Quote by Rutherford B. Hayes
The filth and noise of the crowded streets soon destroy the elasticity of health which belongs to the country boy.

Summary
This quote suggests that the dirty and loud environment of bustling city streets can have a negative impact on the physical and mental well-being of someone who grew up in a rural or countryside setting. The pollution and constant commotion disrupt the natural vitality and vigor that the person had in a more natural and serene environment.