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WILLIAMSON SCHOOL 9 TO gizaialq Hdllillizrmsun ANY persons of large means are philanthropic, but often their philanthropy is not productive of permanent good because they lack the power of foresight. It was not so with Mr. Williamson. He was a man of broad vision, and among other things he saw that the apprentice system in vogue in the mechanical trades was operated more for the advantage of the employer and journey- man than for the instruction of the apprentice. He determined to do all in his power to make it possible for the young mechanic to reap the benefit of his own efforts. With this purpose in view, he drew up his deed of 1888. endowing the Williamson Free School of Mechanical Trades. The work of the school is to instruct boys in the principles and methods of a number of trades in such a way that the advantage lies entirely with the apprentices. Ever since its founding, the school has been subjected to criticism. However, criticism did not hinder the work that our honored benefactor had started. The school maintained its standards and soon criticism was changed to praise. Mr. Williamson was marked by many admirable characteristics. He loved and desired to aid those in poor circumstances. He had the means at his disposal to carry out his desire and he used his means in an intelligent way. It is our fervent desire that the good work of Williamson may inspire other philanthropists to use their funds in just such a manner. Editor.
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THE MECHANIC ISAIAH V. WILLIAMSON
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10 THE MECHANIC MEMBERS OF THE CLASS OF 1921: Dear Young Friends: As the time draws near for your departure from Williamson, I am sure you grow more concerned about your future growth and development. This important matter will be transferred to you, thereby putting the entire responsibility in your hands. 'lt is indeed a responsibility since those who have gone before have made a record for graduates of Williamson which requires keen interest, sincere effort, and a substantial determination to maintain. You are well qualified to contribute your share, and to avail yourselves of every opportunity before you. This, I am sure, you will do with great pride and pleasure and prove to your employers that Williamson men grow better with each succeeding class. Those of us who have had the direction of your aifairs during your stay at Wil- liamson feel privileged to make this demand of you, and I personally wish for each member of the graduating class a full measure of success and prosperity. Very sincerely your friend, r 99- CX ' President.
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