The task I have undertaken, the task of restoring to a worthy man his own, shall be carried on to the bitterest extremity.

I have put my hand to the plow, and it shall not be withdrawn.

And, furthermore, I go to my work at Washington determined to secure for my native town the appropriation which it so sorely needs.

I shall secure it if I can, even though--" and the sarcasm was hugely enjoyed by his listeners--"I am, as I seem likely to be, deprived of the help of the 'committee,' self-appointed at our recent town meeting.

If I fail--and I do not conceal the fact that I may fail--I am certain you will not blame me.