"What studies do you wish to pursue?" asked one gentleman.
"I want to prepare for college. I shall wish to study Latin, Greek, mathematics, and anything else that may be needed."
"Have you studied any of these already?"
"Yes, sir."
"Where?"
"At the Geauga Seminary. I can refer you to the teachers there. I have studied under them for three years, and they know all about me."
"What is your name?"
"James A. Garfield."
"There is something in that young man," said one of the trustees to Mr. Williams. "He seems thoroughly in earnest, and I believe will be a hard worker."
"I agree with you," was the reply.