02372cam a22003013u 4500 19165 UtSlPG 20260610133440.0 m cr n 260607r2006||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d UtSlPG en iso639-1 E300 Evarts, William Maxwell, 1818-1901 Eulogy on Chief-Justice Chase : Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2006 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2006-09-03 Produced by The Online Distributed Proofreading Team at http://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive/American Libraries.) "Eulogy on Chief-Justice Chase" by William Maxwell Evarts is a commemorative address delivered in the late 19th century, specifically in 1874. The work falls under the category of a historical account and pays tribute to Salmon P. Chase, a prominent American statesman, and Chief Justice of the United States. The eulogy captures Chase’s significant contributions to the law and his influence on American society during a tumultuous period in the nation's history, particularly surrounding issues of slavery and the Civil War. In his address, Evarts outlines Chase's illustrious career, detailing his background from humble beginnings to becoming a leading political figure. The eulogy emphasizes not only Chase's accomplishments as a lawyer and statesman but also his moral integrity, dedication to justice, and commitment to the principles of equality. Evarts highlights notable events in Chase's life, such as his role in the establishment of the Republican Party and his tenure as Secretary of the Treasury during the Civil War, where he successfully managed the nation’s finances amidst immense challenges. Ultimately, the text serves as both a celebration of Chase's legacy and a reflection on the values he upheld, offering lessons for future generations. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Chase, Salmon P. (Salmon Portland), 1808-1873 https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/19165 60550 60550