Towanda daily review. [volume] (Towanda, Pa.) 1879-1921, 1881-05-18

and thoughts. People must learn to think
and act for themselves, gathering from the
wide fields of history, literature and science
the accumulations of ages of thought and eX-
perience, they must digest and make it their
own. Besides the practical advantage OF
education in all kinds of business it cOnduces
largely to success in life in adding to our en-
joyments. Carlyle who had explored the
world of knowledge felt mingled pity and
reverence for his father whose life was limit
ed to a circle of fifty miles and whose knowl-
edge was derived from his bible and the oral
memories of old men. knowledge is u per-
ennial fountain refreshing, invigorating and
delighting the mind while life remains and
sends better soul into eternity. A suitable
business or employment is essential to sue
cess in life. The rich as well as poor should
not be without means of earning a living.
The accumulated wealth of years may vanish
in day; the uncertainties of business life
make it necessary for all to have care that
misfortune comes not upon them unprepared
Establish yourselves in some of the great
grooves of necessary employments. be they
what they mag. Establish yourselves by
fitness, by thOrOughness, by patience and by
determination. Blessed are those who keep
clear of the dark shadow of debt, and enjoy
luxeres that are paid for. In whatever bus
mess you engage let it bear the impress OF
your integrity. Let truth, honor and honesty
be YOUR notices and success cannot be far off
st. Paul said he that giyeth in marriage do.
eth we'll; but he that giveth not in marriage
dOeth better. Paul was called to immense la
Dor in propogating the religion of Christ, in
perils often, in WEAKNESS, hunger, thirst colo
and nakedness, he planted the seeds of ch ris
tianity throughout the civilized world. Such
labors would have hardly been as successful
with the additional cares of family. To-
day no doubt many are so situated that it is
best for them not to marry. With these eX
ceptiOns success in life includes a suitable
marriage. Suitable because the bonds OF
matrmony which with congenial persons are
capable of developing the purest, noblest anC
most delightful traits of human character
are also capable of becoming iron chains OF
discord and dispair. If youth ever has wis
dom, let it be shown in marriage. Love is the
great theme of the ages The poets sing of it
MUSICIANS laud il and all nature proclaims it.
1t heals contentious. softens trials, lightens
labors, strengthens hope and pOurs flood o.
sunlight apon all around. David Wilmot
whose genial face was seen not long ago in
! Towandg and whose name and fame extend.
, ed throughout the Unian. once advised 8
young man to let politics alone. Politica
life is full of anxieties and those who pursue
it as a business or gain are unwise. 1t is our
duty to keep ourselves well Informed as tC
public events and as to the character of pub
lie men so that we can vote understanding
Our government must be preserved, the
principles for which our fathers fought anC
died must be sustained, Though politics az
business is not desirable, still there is nc
reason why an honest man should refuse al
office that comes within his reach and is
worth having. Through political wire-pull-
ing to the Winds perform yOnr duties hon
estly believing that
"-All things good await
Him who cares not to be great
But as he serves or saves the State:
Not once or twice in our rough island story
The path of duty was the way to glory"
There can be no plan of a successful life
which does not recognize our dependence
! upon the over ruling power of the divine
creator. In the midst of the cares, response
bilties and and Affections of life we need the
helning hand of the Almighty and must call
upon him in prayer. Low is the spirit that
feels no gratitude for endless benefits; dul
is the clay that kindles not with love for The
Creator of love itself. Deep in our hearts
sQould be the pelpc ual fountains of love anc
alteration for the most High There can be ne
true success in life for those who do not OBJ
serve this first and greatest commandment
Abou Ben Adhem merely asked to have hi'
name written down as one who loved his fell
low men; bat when the list of those whom
God had blest was shown "Behod Ben Ad
hem's name led all the rest!' Love is the
very sunshine OF lie Cne Wluer III eXIends
among men. the more happiness it difIuses
| Love sent aid to burning Chicago, food t(
starving Ireland and docetrs and nurses to
feyer-stricken Vicksburg. The hlghes
| achievement that any human being can hope
| for is to be one of Gods factors in the glori
Gus work of establishing universal happiness
My words may inspire hope and resolution il
some; and remember that mistakes and fail
ures may discourage you often, but rise hope
| fully when you fail, and never be discouage'
| for God is always in reach of prayer. b
| SOLDIERS SONS.-All soldiers sons owe