BETTER LATE THAN NEVER.
Life is like a race where some Bucceed While others are beginning ; 'Tis luck in some, in others speed, That gives an early winning ;, But if you chance to fall behind, Ne'er slacken your endeavour ; Just keep this wholesome truth in mind, " 'Tis better late that never J "
And if you keep ahead 'tis well, But never trip your neighbour : 'Tis noble when you can excel By honest, patient labour ; Bui if you are outstripped at first, Press on as bold as ever ; Remember, though you are surpassed, " 'Tis better late than never ! "
Ne'er labour for an idle boast, Or victory o'er another ; But while you strive your uttermost, Deal fairly with a brother ; "Whatever your station, do your best, And hold your purpose ever ; And if you fail to do the rest, '* 'Tis better late than never ! "
Choose well the path in which you run, Succeed by noble daring ; Then, though the last, when once 'tis won, Your crown is worth the wearing ; Then never fret if left behind, Nor" slacken your endeavour ; But ever keep this truth in mind, " 'Tis better late than never ! "
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Tuapeka Times, Volume III, Issue 215, 14 March 1872, Page 7
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190BETTER LATE THAN NEVER. Tuapeka Times, Volume III, Issue 215, 14 March 1872, Page 7
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