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Newspaper
Henry Republican
Location
Henry, Illinois, United States of America
Date
Jun 21, 1888
Page
6
The Class of 1888 held commencement at Bickerman Opera Hall with six graduates. Edna Albertson was valedictorian and Stella Johnston salutatorian. the remarks emphasized humanity, duty, and daily acts of kindness, with references to Abigail P. Ele, Howard, Wilberforce, Clarkson, Martyn, and Bradford Smith.
Essay argues life is a universal game of playing where minds grow through self expression. It contrasts bright, sunlit personalities with somber, cautious types and praises the decisive actor who acts with purpose and integrity.
A reflective meditation on actors unseen behind the curtain and the final judgment to come. The piece evokes mortality and shared human fate as generations repeat old tales and endure the same life arc from birth to death.
The essay argues success comes from a single clear purpose pursued with full effort. It cites Napoleon and William III as models, urges choosing a noble end, and notes a good name and lasting achievement outweigh fleeting praise. It ends urging devotion to a noble aim before death.
In medieval discourse the oration links chivalry with national ideals. It portrays the knight as the symbol of chivalry and the ultimate youth’s aspiration to earn a knightly name through deeds.
A preacher urges businessmen and workers to uphold knightly virtues. Wealth obsession erodes ethics, while noble labor aims lift society. The Knights of Labor are examined for tempering strikes with moderation, reconciliation, and mutual respect for rights.
Miss Libbie B. Horan presents an essay on Chance arguing that opportunity shapes talent and glory more than luck. The piece cites Baron Munchaugen’s imagined country where chance rules and notes how fortune influences praise or blame, with Grant as a prime example of opportunity revealing latent genius.
The author argues that success comes from ability and taking chances, not luck. He cites historical examples from science and war, urging young people to seize opportunities at hand, work diligently, and trust in God for greater tasks, rather than wait for fate to intervene.
This piece argues that desire drives action and success. It traces wish as a force from youth to manhood, citing Demosthenes as a model of disciplined effort and wealth built through steady work rather than luck or schemes. It warns against chasing gold over patient labor.
The passage reflects on effort and desire, arguing that wish alone yields nothing without action. It includes a benediction of thanks to teachers, board, and classmates, and bids farewell as students leave school to pursue future endeavors.
A short promotional note warns against cheap imitations of Dr King's New Discovery for Consumption Coughs and Colds. It urges buyers to insist on the genuine product and mentions a free trial at Trini battles and Dr Powell's drug store with large bottles priced at $1.
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