Chauncey Depew Quote

It's pleasant to hear these nice words while I'm still alive. I'd rather have the taffy than the epitaphy.

Chauncey Depew

It's pleasant to hear these nice words while I'm still alive. I'd rather have the taffy than the epitaphy.

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About Chauncey Depew

Chauncey Mitchell Depew (April 23, 1834 – April 5, 1928) was an American attorney, businessman, and Republican politician. He is best remembered for his two terms as United States Senator from New York and for his work for Cornelius Vanderbilt, as an attorney and as president of the New York Central Railroad System.