In this simile is seen what an appropriate emblem the palm is of the
American character. May that simile be perpetual! May it be the pride
of the American youth to sustain it! Let no danger, no difficulty, no
oppression, let nothing whatever be an impediment in the path of the
young American to fame. And in whatever department of life his lot may
be cast, let him study, let him labor, and let him pursue his way with
persevering diligence. Then may he obtain the point of success at which
he aims.
Boys, let your eyes be fixed upon the model I have set before you in
the character of the immortal Washington, and let your mind and heart
be ever on the motto, PALMAM QUI MERUIT FERAT. And when, after the toil
of years, you have won the laurel, while you are proud of the American
character, your country will be proud of you.
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