On prospects drear!
And forward, though I canna see,
I guess and fear.
Robert Burns.
CHAPTER XI.
ORATORICAL DEPARTMENT.
The author believes he is here presenting such selections as will be accepted as masterpieces.
Mr. Bryan's speech at New Haven, where he was disturbed by students is taken from his book, the First Battle, and is here offered to show the wonderful composure of the speaker, rather than to present a fine or eloquent speech.
The New York Sun's editorial, and the resolution of the council of Indians will show the difference of opinion that exists between commercial editors and the men of nature. It is obvious that these students were disturbing a public meeting, and to justify them is to wink at crime, scorn at justice, mock at the freedom of speech and excuse ignorance.