The age-herald., 1898-06-23

 of the most accomplished, lovable and pop- ular members of the bar. than whom three highehseh haracters, or who were more use- ful and Beloved by their people, could not be found in the union. Not only Tn the legal world, but in all the higher vacations. the members Qf tRs assoeiatlQa may be found at the head this country over.
 Advice to Young Men
 His peroration was filled with splendid advice to both the young men and members of the association.
 Permit me to pause and say to the young men of Alabama and sister states who are here today that in the performance of the duties that devolve upon you in whatever sphere you may be placed in this life perform these duties honestly, bravely and as effectively as 1t is consistenet with your ability to do. Have your own con- victions, especially upon religion and upon all the great public questions that enect your destiny and the destiny of your peo- pie and of your country. Whenever duty requires you to speak or act, do so, not or fensively but firmly and without regard to consequences.
 "Never allow your views or your actions to be controlled and directed by prejudices, but be governed by your judgment and the wisdom you have learned from your own experience and from older heads. While
  duty, and maintain them under all circum- stances, this does not make it necessary for you to be dogmatic and engage in trying to force others to accept your views and con- victions While you should be firm, you should not permit firmness to descend to the low plain of stupid obstinacy and stub bornness.
 Enemy of Shams
 Above all things be the open enemy or shams, deceptions and frauds. By pursu- ing a different course you may deceive your neighbor but you can not deceive the eye of Providence, and a knowledge of this fact will impair you appreciation of your own self-respect. Remember that it is ones own self-respect that gives him the courage to face every danger, to perform every duty without regard to consequences, and to accept disappointments defeats and hardships without explaining. Accord to every man the right to have and maintain his own opinions. If you desire that yours should be substituted in place of his, let it be accomplished by mcontrovertible req sons and unanswerable arguments.
 No Fear of Result
 The immortal Thomas Jefferson said leave truth free to combat Nror, and we need not fear the results. The man who is unable to sustain his opinions by req son and arguments will be judged to be in error.
 Under the direction of the able and eX- perienced educator, Dr. James K. Powers every Alabamlan expects that the unives ty will accomplish greater achievements and extend the spehre of its usefulness beyond anything that it has accomplished in the past Let us all today pledge him and the trustees our loyal and active support" The sentiments of MT. Russels speech were enthusiastically sanctioned by the au- dience, and he was accorded prolonged ap- plause. He is as eloquent as successful in business affairs, and has gained a warm place in the hearts of the alumni by his magnificent address,.
 Commencement Hop
 The annual commencement hop of the University was held tonight in the old Mess hall'' of Woods hall. The college coloTs, crimson and white were hung around in profusion. Hundreds of the friends of the institution were there, and were received by the faculty and the stu dents of the University.
 The hop was led by Frank S. White, '9S, Birmingham, and Miss Belle Clements. It was a programme dance and the score or more of dances were thoroughly enjoy ed.
 Sigma Nu Gamma
 Tonight at the city hall the Sigma Nu Fraternity of the University gave their tenth annual banquet and german. The hall was profusely decorated in bunting of old gold, black and white. the fraternity colors, and under them the dancers formed q handsome picture. The german was led