 The trees, under which they have been born, and have played in infancy, flourish undisturbed ; though, by cutting them down, they might open new streets, and put money in their pockets. In a word, the almighty dollar, that great object of universal devotion...  Wolfert's roost: and other sketches - Page 19by Washington Irving - 1855Full view - About this book
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