Not only does the proportion of the poor increase with the growth of the city, but their condition becomes more wretched.
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We have seen... that, although England is by far the richest nation of Europe, we have already outstripped her in the race after wealth, and we have only begun the development of our vast resources.Josiah Strong
The city has become a serious menace to our civilization... It has a peculiar attraction for the immigrant.
Josiah Strong
The Anglo-Saxon has established himself in climates totally diverse - Canada, South Africa, and India - and, through several generations, has preserved his essential race characteristics. He is not, of course, superior to climatic influences but even in warm climates, he is likely to retain his aggressive vigor long enough to supplant races already enfeebled.
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There are no more new worlds. The unoccupied arable lands of the earth are limited, and will soon be taken.
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Furthermore, it is significant that the marked characteristics of this race are being here emphasized most.
Josiah Strong
There are many in the Church as well as out of it who need to learn that Christianity is neither creed nor a ceremonial, but a life vitaly connected with a loving Christ.
Josiah Strong
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