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Dedication explained

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Booker T. Washington dedicates his volume to his wife, Margaret James Washington, and his brother, John H. Washington, acknowledging their patience, fidelity, and hard work in contributing to the success of Tuskegee.

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Mrs. Washington
Dedicatee of the volume, recognized for her patience, fidelity, and hard work.
John Hatcher
Dedicatee of the volume, recognized for his patience, fidelity, and hard work.

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