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121 A PICTURE OP CASTLE GARDEN. 121 ,j' Only because he told the business men of the time that character was more precious than riches, and that every man should have a chance. And lastly-^For a few minutes' stand in Castle Garden, New York, and watch the monster liner unload its human cargo. Do you observe that wooden-shoed Dutchman and sturdy, "a yard around the waist" frau? Just see the soft, innocent smile of wonder on their faces. Ah, there's a "Dago"; and that's a Swede; but see that red-headed Irishman; and then you whisper to your companion — "What a pretty looking lot to become American citizens"! It must not be printed what you said, as you would be ashamed, yes, and in fact, would in your sober moments, condemn yourself as a ninny for having such views. "VVhy? Because that young Teuton and his wife wiU rear the finest specimens of manhood and womenhood in the whole world; and because of being given a chance, will increase the wealth and power of our government, as well as materially better their own condition; and that son of the vickings will make as good an American as the American born; in fact, it is proverbial that Danes, Swedes and Nor: wegians are the best of citizens. Ah, but what of the Italian? He will solve the Negro question in the South! Ask any Southern land-owner who has used and is using Italian and Negro labor; and see if he don't inform you that the Italian is far superior to the colored man for industry, thrift and reliabiUty. This may be a new thought to you, but the statement is made advisedly; and right here, the colored help of the Southern States are warned to brace up,