Curious enough. while it maintains the system of universal military service. it keeps its political thinking free and forward looking and nourishes no imperialistic designs. It has a keen sensitiveness to social Justice. As far back as 1877. it passed a Factory Act. limiting working hours and giving other protection to the worker. while in the United States a segment of our people still are trying to convince the country that this kind of legislation is detrimental. The Swiss immigrants to this country have been a great asset. They are industrious. selfrel4ant. and intelligent. We have been the beneficiaries of outstanding achievements by such men of their nationality as Albert Gallatin. a Secretary of the Treasury.
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Swiss immigrants are industrious, self-reliant, and intelligent.