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the real successes of life. "There is a tide in the affairs of men 

 which, taken at the flood, leads on to fortune," but the occasion 

 neglected may never return. Accustom yourselves then to per- 

 form the duties and meet the obligations of life manfully and 

 with confidence, and when the critical moment comes the 

 time when upon the decision you make much may depend 

 you will not be found wanting. 



