Waterbury evening Democrat., 1907-06-19

been said "To start in life with con- paratively small means seems so necessary as stimulus to work that 1t may almost be set down as the se- cret of success" The overcoming of obstacles or disadvantages always gives one strength and self-confid- ence Nobody should be discouraged at his circumstances whatever they may be, but should remember that nothing can withstand hard labor.
 The second main reason for failure, the lack of a single noble aim and ambition in life, is probably the greatest cause for an unsuccessful life. "One of the first conditions of success is a settled purpose which is to shape the whole" It is of the greatest advantage for a person to de- eide as early as possible to what par ticular business or profession he is to devote his life. He, who, early in life, chooses a certain line of work, a course of study, or branch of science, Is the one who will make the most of himself and will be of the greatest benefit to the world.
 "He who follows two hares is sure to catch neither" or He who would do some great thing in this short life must apply himself to the work with such a concentration of his forces as, to idle spectators, who live only to amuse themselves, looks like insan- ity" It is most important for one to find some definite work and stick to 1t. Tt is the single aim that wins" One, who does not have a settled pur- pose in life is like ship at sea, with out a rudder, at the mercy of the winds and waves.
 But it is wonderful what concen- tration will do. Scientists have es- timated that there is enough energy in less than fifty acres of sunshine to run all the machinery in the world, if that energy could be concentrated, or that the rays of the sun, if focused by burning glass would melt solid granite or change diamond to vapor. What the suns rays could accom- lplish, if concentrated, illustrates the value of the concentration of ones energies. It is he who does some one thing better than anyone else who achieves the greatest success, like Milton, whose one aim in life was to write a great poem. But failure is almost certain for him, who, leaving himself in the hands of chance. ac- cepts whatever line of work comes in his way, and changes as often as ob- stacles appear.
 Now we leave our high school life e oth ha, nr oil ctndiac 1af fac bear in mind that success does not depend on the attainment of wealth and honorable position but upon the right development of our ability. Let us also remember that to win success we must have one dominant aim in life and must be willing to work and endure hardships. He who would win must labor for the prize" And let us above all lay the foundations of strong and rugged character-that character so beautifully exemplified by our motto. Caste Integreque Vivamus."
 The time has now come when we must say farewell. We, as many a class before us has done and as many class hereafter will do, must leave forever our Alma Mater.
 Before we go we would say a word to our teachers. To you, members of the faculty, we give our sincerest thanks for your faithful care and in- struction and we deeply appreciate your interest in our welfare. We trust that we can fulfill your hopes and expectations and we know that we shall be better men and women for having known and associated with you for so many years.
 Classmates. our places will soon be filled by others. but there is a greater work for us to do. Therefore let us not spend our time fin vain regrets for what is past, but let us with eager and cheerful hearts look forward to what there is for each of us to do. and let it be our greatest aim to make our lives useful to others. To- day we are all here together but we go "To-morrow to fresh woods and pastures new"