The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1900-07-20

1pOh tht PidCC pChtoths ~ 40 tWitV
bless'd;
1t blesseth him that gives and him that
takes
Our judiciary robed in the spotless
| ermine, emblematic of purity, have con-
tinued to wear 1t unsullied and un-
| stained. Their judicial fairness and
ability is the pride of our profession.
Their opinions and decisions rejecting
| credit to themselves, and serving as
| landmarks to future generations, stand
forth in bold relief that all may enjoy
the benefits to be derived therefrom,
and as we voyage on we may trim our
I sails accordingly.
Our OBJECTIONS" and exceptions"
are always noted, and so carefully pre-
served that when unearthed and resur-
rected they often lose their identity
and vanish into forgetfulness.
Always mindful of the many
obstacles in the road to success and
fame, they forget not the Junior men,
bers of our profession, and the clientage
they represent, and their appeals are
always heard, considered and passed
upon, and not only the comforting word
but the helping hand is extended, that
so often cheers the hearts of the youth
full barrister, and is the means of the
upbuilding of his future and profession
al career. How well do we remember
the benefits thus derived and how
lasting our obligations ever to be re-
membered as the star to guide us on
happiness.
Courts alone unlock and unmarks dis
honest and unfair dealings and stand
for absolute honesty and equity be-
tween men for the protection of the
innocent and the punishment of the
guilty.
That thus by their acts enduring
fame crowns them with greater dis
tinction and renown, and when chosen
to greater prominence and weightier
trials each member thereof Is envied
and admired.
"And when he dies, he leaves lofty
name
A light, a landmark, on the cliffs o:
fame"
"Our profession"-ours by choice, ours
to enjoy and ours to transmit
1t is said that lawyers and judges are
born, that they are endowed by nature
with natural talents especially adapt
ed to the work of the profession.
Is this not accounted for in the fact
that it is the work Of choice and devo-
ton, and that we are in full accord
and sympathy with our labors and
duties, working with good cheer, hope
full Of results, together with a full
realization of the Importance and re-
sponsibility of the work begun.
When sickness enters the family the
physician is summoned and by his
professional aid and skill the lives Of
loved ones are spared and prolonged.
When financial difficulties arise and
the home is in danger, or the life or
liberty Of a person involved, the lawyer
is appealed to. We crave not for riches,
rather for reward, we deny not justice
and right because they come to us in
poverty, and discriminate against none.
Looking backward we are re-
minded of the days and years
of application and preparation,
of the building of the castles
and the hope expectant, minds
Webster, the eloquence Of Cicero. or
the diction of an Erkski( and wait
ing for the opportunity to present it
self to stand forth in full membership, |
and enjoy fellowship with the already |
duNOCdttS.
Then do the labors just begin, and |
by their work we shall know them. 1t |
is a work of inflexable devotion, of |
indomitable resolution, of continuing |
energy, and above all, of determined |
and fixed purpose. 1t fully illustrates
the prophecy of Solomon:
"Seest thou a man dilligent in his |
business; he shall stand before kings, |
he shall not stand before mean men,"
Energy begets destiny"-No truer
saying was ever uttered and no failure
marks it's followers. Honesty of pur-
pose, devotion to cause, diligence in
labor, together with a fixed purpose,
are marked characteristics of the sue
cessful lawyer.
Let us then be up and doing
With a heart for any fate"
1t is said there Is requisite to the
orator, the acuteness of the logician,
the learning Of the philosopher; the
almost skillful harmony of the poet;
the memory of Juris-C Consult; the
voice of the tragedian and the gestures
Of the most finished actors.
Looking forward we realize how little
we have accomplished and the great |
work yet to be done. We receive our
inspiration in the hope of our success.
We are to carve out our own destiny. |
When differences are encountered, and |
for a moment we are disheartened and |
clouds gather and seemingly the storm |
Is approaching, be not discouraged but |
that sleepless eye Is ever |
us, and that all our honest |
efforts will be rewarded, and all things |
work together for our good.
The success of the others and the |
fame Of our illustrious sons should |
nerve US to energy and inspire us to |
more glorious achievements. Our in |
fiuence Is felt everywhere, whether in |
the halls Of congress or upon the battle |
field. Thus we must realize the i'm |
portance of the constant elevation and |
publication of our work In every de-
partment, to a discountenance Of
methods, to upbuild
and to crown our work with
enduring fame. Gladstone wisely and
said: