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Margaret had close links with Geneva where she had spent some years as a student while her parents had been wardens of t
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"Margaret had close links with Geneva where she had spent some years as a student while her parents had been wardens of the Quaker Hostel there and where she had gone back as secretary to Gilbert Murray"

- James Meade

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Margaret had a strong connection to Geneva, Switzerland, where she had actually spent some time as a student while her parents were wardens of the Quaker Hostel. After her research studies, she returned to Geneva as the secretary to Gilbert Murray. This quote recommends that Margaret had a strong affinity for Geneva, which her parents had a role in the Quaker Hostel there. It likewise implies that Margaret was a capable and reliable employee, as she was depended work as the secretary to Gilbert Murray. This quote paints a picture of Margaret as a hardworking and dedicated individual, with a strong connection to Geneva. It also recommends that her parents were respected members of the Quaker Hostel, which Margaret was able to develop on their legacy.

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England Flag This quote is written / told by James Meade between June 23, 1907 and December 22, 1995. He/she was a famous Economist from England. The author also have 12 other quotes.

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