. History of Illinois Republicanism, embracing a history of the Republican party in the state to the present time ... with biographies of its founders and supporters ... also a chronological statement of important political events since 1774. place among men in whatever walk of life,and to gain prestige as a leader in thought and action. In his youth he wassurrounded by disadvantages which seemed almost unsurmountable, but hisnecessities taught him that what is done must be done through himself who follow that precept are worthy and well qualified to perform almostany duty, and will,
. History of Illinois Republicanism, embracing a history of the Republican party in the state to the present time ... with biographies of its founders and supporters ... also a chronological statement of important political events since 1774. place among men in whatever walk of life,and to gain prestige as a leader in thought and action. In his youth he wassurrounded by disadvantages which seemed almost unsurmountable, but hisnecessities taught him that what is done must be done through himself who follow that precept are worthy and well qualified to perform almostany duty, and will, in almost all cases, make a complete success of life. It isthrough these efforts that Mr. Gorrell has attained his present responsible posi-tion in the life insurance world. He is a native of Ohio, born July 10, 1838. and his early life was spent upona farm in Athens county, that state. His father was a minister in the MethodistEpiscopal Church and was so charitable and unworldly that often his meanswere very limited. Owing to this he was unable to give his children the educa-tional advantages they so much desired. After receiving his primary trainingin the common schools young Gorrell decided to better his condition if possible. 470.
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