University of Rhode Island - Renaissance / Grist Yearbook (Kingston, RI)

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st HONORABLE NORMAN S. CASE Governor of Rhode Island Twenty-six

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Governor Case 9 s Message Wealth is the goal of most men. Some desire power, political or social ; a few want distinction in literature or art and a very few will be satisfied if they can do some good in the world. All of these objects are more or less interwoven, so that the inspirations of men are multiplex, but they all can be summed up in the one word “success.” They seek to accomplish some definite thing in life, and to do so they will have to be both dili- gent and persistent. The quality that is most needed is steadfastness of purpose. Many become discouraged just before reaching the point of achieving their purpose. Harsh though the judgment of the world may seem to be, it is, nevertheless, just. I suggest that you start out in life with right principles. You must be honest and true in spite of all discouragements. A single lapse will destroy the good reputa- tion you may have established, but if you remain steadfast to right principles you either will succeed in your purpose or you at least will have the satisfaction of know- ing that you have fought a good fight. Chance plays its part in success, but those who deserve and win it, strive, watch, and continue steadfast. At Kingston you have laid a substantial foundation. The world is before you and as you go out into it do not forget that Dr. Edwards has shown you the way to your desired goal. His interest in you and this institution is deep. Steadfastness of purpose has been his aim and that of his competent assistants throughout your years here. I congratulate Dr. Edwards, the faculty, and this class upon the commendable record made and entered upon the books of Rhode Island State College. Norman S. Case Governor Providence, R. I., April 2, 1930. Twenty-seven