The evening times. [volume] (Grand Forks, N.D.) 1906-1914, 1912-10-23
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state with us. but we are particularly
glad to have representatives Of edu-
%cational institutions among us.
I'VE realize that the future gen.
Grafton is dependent on the knowl-
ing is good. their citizenship will be
GOOD; II your training is bad; their
citizenship will be bad. The school is
one Of the greatest forces in the
training Of citizenship.
II trust you will have a good meet
ing. I am surprised to see such a
large attendance. It speaks well of
your association, and 1t shows you
are interested in your work."
In responding to the address Of well
come delivered by Mayor Murphy.
State Superintendent Of Public In
struction Taylor said:
1T becomes my pleasant as we'll as
serious duty to respond briefly to the
hearty words Of welcome and your cor
dial greeting to the teachers Of our
beloved state who have chosen the
beautiful and prosperous city Of which
you are the chief executive in which
to hold this our tw%enty-sixth annual
meeting. I know that I voice the sen
tIments OF, the 5000 men and women
who are engaged in the work Of
teaching in the public and private
schools Of North Dakota when I say
that we thank you most heartily for
your kind words Of welcome and the
noble sentiments you have expressed
towards us.
"Ladies and, gentlemen. the mayor
has spoken to US not only in his ca
pacity as the official representative Of
this city but he has spoken to us as
one Of u. A ma who from personal
experience knows the trials and tribu-
lations that beset the teacher. for he
has been himself. and I for one
believe that the great success that has
come to him in the commercial world
he was at one time a teacher. It is
certainly most encouraging to hear
the good words from one in the busi-
ness world who has an intimate
knowledge Of school affairs. He has
viewed the field Of education from the
standpoint Of teacher. school officer,
taxpayer and patron Of the public
schools.
IT can say that It is good for us to
be here. Our surroundings during this
meeting are such al to be most COM
ducive to a most successful gathering.
Here we are assembled in a city which
IL thoroughly imbued with the school
spirit. Our university which is rapid
~ taking Its place among the strong
OF our III ID mere 10.
Gated. In this city Is found n system
Of public school which has compare
lively few equals and no superiors in
cities Of similar slze anywhere in the
United States. We have the envire-
ment Of stately churches Of every de-
nomination. magnificent public build
ings. extensive parks and beautiful
streets and avenues. and what is more
important than all. we are among a
liberal cultured people who appreci-
ate education at its true value. I'm
der such surroundings. is It not our
w fault II our meeting IL not all that
It ought to he.
"And now just a few words to the
teachers. We have come here for a
most serious purpose. Let US remem-
her that this In no place for personal.
private or political interests to enter
IN. We should 20 about our work In
a manner betting those who have
voluntarily entered a high and mighty
calling. Lot us remember that w do
not only affect ourselves but also ev-
erv citizen of his state and also will
affect the generations that are to fol-
low US. In a very short time we must
give way to u surcessors 20 may we
all strive to contribute our share to
the great forces which WIN be felt