204, THE PORTRAIT GALLERY 
PRESIDENT TayLor’s death in 1850 he became once more Secre- 
tary of State, under PRESIDENT FitLMorE. 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. 
