I can hardly express in words my deep feeling and sympathy for them, knowing as I do, the many serious handicaps and obstacles that will confront them in almost every walk of life.
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I might go on discussing this subject at great length, but after all is said, done, and written, my own book of experiences will best show what these obstacles are, and how I managed to overcome them to some extent.Major Taylor
I would advise all youths aspiring to athletic fame or a professional career to practice clean living, fair play and good sportsmanship.
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There will always be that dreadful monster prejudice to do extra battle against because of their color.
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I have also noticed that when a rider who had confidence in his ability was defeated, after doing his level best to win, always received an ovation from the gathering.
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In a word I was a pioneer, and therefore had to blaze my own trail.
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An athlete must have ability to reach the top, but many who have ability and who do not live clean lives never have and never will be champions for obvious reasons.
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