Delaware Valley College - Cornucopia Yearbook (Doylestown, PA)

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THE GLEAN ER 21 the new man forging to the head with his herds and noticed his increased production by the application of modern methods. The results were brought to his notice. However, the farmer was not entirely convinced. He had to admit the things he saw but he considered the proof as insufficient. Where the farmer lacked convic- tion the trained man set about to give further proof of his ability. The farm of half a century ago was the center of producing the needs of the family. The exchanges with the outside were reduced to the necessities not pro- duced on the farm. The growth of our urban population made it imperative to bring about a change. The area of production was further removed and the needs of the city demanded a greater exchange with the producer. The farmer did not grasp the meaning of his position as the new demands were met. Gradually the middleman became the medium through which the trade passed. His first thought was his own interestsg The producer re- ceived the minimum for his efforts. The educated agriculturist, alive to the possibili- ties of introducing business methods to the farm, sought to change affairs. In a modest way he tried the boon of other business ventures-co-operation. His foresight is shown today in the co-operaive interests controlled by the farmer, and which guarantee the producer a just return for his labor. Further proof of the ability of the educated man lie in the organizations which provide in- struction and better social conditions for the farm folk. The easy going, prejudiced farmer is fast becoming the exception. Agriculture is not behind other vocations in requiring a man to be awake to his surroundings. The man who is unable to average up lags behind. The trained man is receiving his due. Not every college man succeeds but the value of a man with enough common-sense to apply his knowledge cannot be under- estimated. T And now to sum up our own chances of success. The last few months gave us oportunity to test the fu- ture. All of us have corresponded with farmers and have found them to be educated and aware of the value of trained men. Last, but not least, they have entertained no doubt as to our ability to fill the positions offered. The graduates of today can feel thankful for the good- will of.the farmer, thankful also for the determination of

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22 THE GLEANER their predecssors to win recognition by good, hard work. What more can be desired if the remainder is ambition in the man himself? Schoolmates, during your stay here we have come into a closer contact with you than the average school affords. We have formed our opinion of you, both in- dividually and collectively. We cannot discuss the in- dividual but as a body you have stood byl us in giving us a constructive Senior year. Today we leave the power in your hands, not to be wrongly used. Gur one wish is to see it used from year to year in the building of as still better Farm School. To the Faculty we extend our thanks for the inter- est in our welfare. The unselfish and impartial stand in our work and studies brought us equal chances 'to pro- gress in the things we chose. Our class is the first to pass through the school under the policies outlined by Dean Ostrolenk. We cannot give to much credit to Dr. Krauskopf for his foresight in developing an institution of this nature., To him and the Board of Directors can be traced the present Farm School, supplied in all its needs. The years to follow will witness greater changes, due to the ideal of one man and the wise course of his associates. Fellow classmates, today we break away and depart our several ways. Break away from the class and all the things we have held in common to set out alone for better or worse!-for success or failure. In closing let me admonish you to stick to farming until you have given it thorough trial. If we achieve success in no matter what degree, let us be quick to place the credit where it is due-to our Alma Mater. Farewell. ' l Q J j, I