Taylor University - Ilium / Gem Yearbook (Upland, IN)

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The Gem of 1913 T lis, the eighlh numlxT of the Gem, goes forth to |oin its predecessors, witli a feehng of its unworthi- ness to enter into equal competition with those which have gone before. They were indeec] books that were a credit to Taylor University. This book has not been published vith the idea alone, that it would surpass the other numbers, and set such an ideal as would discourage any future publication. A grander pur- pose has been sought. Phis purpose is, that it might be a mirror reflecting Taylor University as it is. The members of the Staff feel that the labor, which they have expended upon this book, has not been without its rich reward They have tried to do something for their Alma Mater that will make her heart re)oice; lust as a mother would be glad that her departing boy tries to do something, or leave something that will bless his mother. Some books may be written and they may pass into his- tory; thus standing as monuments of the past. Other books may be written and their contents read by the multitudes, and yet they might soon pass away. Why some books should live, and others die, is a ques- tion readily answered. It is because their existence depends upon the nature of their subject matter. If this should be inferior and lacking in depth, then the life of that book would be short. On the other hand, if the matter were of the very best, then the book would be read by future generations. The Gem Staff have sought to bring before the reader only such things that we know vould uphold the standards of our school. Should any one take exception to this state- ment, we ask that you read again, and gather the wheat from the chaff. We wish to thank those who by word and deed, have contributed so willingly to the pages of this book. There have been many who have tried in every way to make it a grand success. We realize that if we had not had this assist- ance, the Gem might never have been a realization.