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President Taylor's death in 1850 he became once more Secre- 

 tary of State, under President Fillmore. He was candidate 

 for presidential nomination in 1852 but was defeated by both 

 President Fillmore and General Scott. His health began 

 to fail rapidly and on September 8, he left Washington for his 

 home in Marshfield. His death occurred October 24, 1852. 



For sheer power of intellect and personality, Daniel Webster 

 stands without equal in American history. His independence 

 of thought and his tremendous personal courage have been a 

 source of inspiration to hundreds of young lawyers since his 

 day, and his example has furnished consolation to more than 

 one statesman who has braved popular opposition. His demeanor 

 and carriage exhibited a loftiness of ideals that won respect 

 and confidence in any company, and he died admired both by 

 British and American statesmen and literary men. 



