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most liberal and sympathetic men in the aiding of other young 

 men to get a start. He has taken longer chances with men in 

 more serious straits than almost any other benefactor of youth. 

 Among the well known firms that received their impetus from 

 Mr. Cozzens is that of Ellsworth & McNair. These men came 

 to the horse market without capital but their character and 

 upright methods were early recognized by Mr. Cozzens and he 

 backed them without limit. Today this firm counts its capital 

 in millions and has the largest equine sale business in America. 

 Mr. Cozzens' gratefulness to Mr. Sherman has made him feel 

 in duty bound to pass on kindness to everyone he can find, and 

 his generosity has been a big factor in many business lives. 



