SUCCESS
A youth who longed for future greatness, Dreamed of doing deeds of fame, Of success and great achievements glory to his name. From her pinnacle so lofty Fortune dazzled him with smiles, Filled him with vain aspirations, And enraptured: by her wiles. Beckoning she led him forward Gaily waving banners bright ; Floating ' Happiness ' above him ; But in vain he reached its height. Now she pointed, smiling coyly, To the glittering banner ' Wealth, ' Which, though he sprang quickly toward it, Vanished seemingly by stealth. But farther on enchanting Fortune Proudly waved the banner ' Fame,' Clu-tehmg space instead of "Honor, He grew weary of the game. " Bravely now, he turning backward, Resolved to no more duty shirk ; Happiness and fame, and riches, Were all found through magic ' WorkJ' . _ — Exchange.
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New Zealand Tablet, Volume 12, 12 November 1908, Page 37
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128SUCCESS New Zealand Tablet, Volume 12, 12 November 1908, Page 37
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