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“Mathematics may, be briefly defined as the science of quantities, and is one of the most important of disciplining studies which engage the practical student.”

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Rufus Choate
Rufus Choate

Rufus Choate was a distinguished American lawyer celebrated for his exceptional oratorical abilities and legal acumen. Born on October 1, 1799, in Somersworth, New Hampshire, he passed away on July 13, 1859, in Boston, Massachusetts. Choate's career spanned several decades, during which he emerged as one of the most influential figures in American law. more

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