XV. A Puny Boy, by Physical Culture, Becomes the Most
Vigorous of American Presidents—_Theodore
Roosevelt_ 173
XVI. A Brave Volunteer Fights His Way to the Head of
the American Army—_Nelson A. Miles_ 188
XVII. Making the Most of His Opportunities Wins a
Coveted Embassy—_Joseph H. Choate_ 196
XVIII. A Village Boy’s Gift of Oratory Earns Him Wealth
and Fame—_Chauncey M. Depew_ 207
XIX. A Chance-Found Book the Turning Point in a United
States Senator’s Career—_Jonathan P. Dolliver_ 219
XX. Varied Business Training the Foundation of a Long
Political Career—_Thomas C. Platt_ 225
XXI. A Magnate, the Courage of His Convictions Makes
Him a Reformer—_Tom L. Johnson_ 234