The Saint Paul globe. (St. Paul, Minn.) 1896-1905, 1897-04-12
MUST MAP 1T OUT.
How to Make Success in the Bust
ness World.

How to Make n Success In the Bush
ness World.
Those who listened to T. B. Walkers ad-
dress in the parlors of the Y. M. G. A. yes
terday afternoon went away with many very
rich subjects for thought. This does not
alone apply to the young men who were
there, but applies with almost equal force to
those Of the age of the speaker himself, and
says, " IT'S never too late to learn"
Mr.. Walkers remarks, however, were par
ticuIarly Intended for the young members of
the Y. NJ. G. A. They were designed to aid
the younger element in their struggle with
the world. There were questions which puz-
zled and perplexed every young man. Among
those his education was most important;
what studies he should pursue; what length
of time he should devote to them, and what
occupation they should best fit him for, were
also Of Importance. There were also ques-
tons Of principle for guidance; whether he
should at all times depend upon strict hon
esty, integrity and uprightness, or whether
tricks and shrewd dealings were to be de-
pended upon.
when we gather from the experience of
others who are honest and reliable" said
Mr.. Walker, I'VE may gain time and sue
cess that are otherwise unattatnable. When
we travel over a country entirely new and
unknown to US, with roads running in all
directions, and intending to reach a certain
point beyond, we must find our way from
maps and the know edge and experience Of
others who familiar with the roadways
and the most direct lines to reach our des-
t1nation Otherwise, if rely upon our
own limited knowledge, we may spend weary
days and years in seeking way through
to our point of destiny. At the same time
we must be careful and select only such
guides or maps as have the plainest evidence
Of reliability and truthfulness; otherwise we
may go farther astray by following the mis-
direction Of those who would lead US into
trouble and misfortune.
when l came to st. Paul in 1862 1 be-
came acquainted with James ]. Hill, then
clerk and workman at the wharf, superin-
tending the loading and unloading of steam
ers, and helping at times to roll barrels and
pile up goods. He was then as determined
to protect and care for the interests of his
employers, worked about many hours
day and figured over the interests trusted in
his hands to earn his $40 a month"; he
is now to care for the interests Of the $780,
100000 belonging to himself and others Jointly
His employers could always rely upon him
He worked hard. He put in extra hours and
looked after everything that came in his line
Of work
Charles A. Pilisbury, the most successful
miller in the world handling the largest
business, has made his great success through
his strict reliability, industry, honesty and
integrity. l have had many years Of bust
ness dealings with him, and excepting the
possibility of his death, definite understand
Ing with him In regard to any transaction Is
sure to be carried out his part to as great
an extent as he agreed. Everybody this
world over likes to deal with him. He ad-
justs every hitch honestly and literally. He
does not want a dollar that belongs to any
one else. He works almost as many hours
daily as does Mr.. Hill, protects every interest
in his hands, and has principles of integrity
honesty and fairness to which he refers the
settlement of every transaction"
These two short histories of prominent
figures in the business world were suggested
by Mr. Walker as guides for the young men
Of today. Such men were needed in the
banks wholesale houses, manufactures, rail-
ways and in all the departments of the busy
world. Business of any kind, to prove sue
cessful, required young men of the highest
integrity and educated judgment.
At the conclusion of Mr.. Walkers address
a request made that he speak before
the association upon another subject in the
near future, which request Mr.. Walker prom
ised to grant at as early date as possible.