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Editorial
November 29, 1870
Orleans Independent Standard
Irasburg, Barton, Orleans County, Vermont
What is this article about?
An editorial stressing veracity as the foundation of manly character, quoting parents' trust in truthful children, and warning children against lying while urging them to embrace truthfulness.
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OCR Quality
98%
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The ground-work of a manly character is veracity or the habit of truthfulness. That virtue lies at the foundation of everything said. How common it is to hear parents say:
"I have faith in my child so long as he speaks the truth. He may have many faults , but I know he will not deceive. I build on that confidence."
They are right. It is a lawful and just ground to build upon. So long as the truth remains in a child, there is something to depend upon; but when the truth is gone, all is lost, unless the child is speedily won back again to veracity.
Children, did you ever tell a lie? If so, you are in imminent danger. Return, at once, little reader, and enter the strong hold of truth, and from it may you never depart again.
"I have faith in my child so long as he speaks the truth. He may have many faults , but I know he will not deceive. I build on that confidence."
They are right. It is a lawful and just ground to build upon. So long as the truth remains in a child, there is something to depend upon; but when the truth is gone, all is lost, unless the child is speedily won back again to veracity.
Children, did you ever tell a lie? If so, you are in imminent danger. Return, at once, little reader, and enter the strong hold of truth, and from it may you never depart again.
What sub-type of article is it?
Moral Or Religious
What keywords are associated?
Veracity
Truthfulness
Moral Character
Parental Trust
Children Lying
Editorial Details
Primary Topic
Importance Of Veracity In Character Building
Stance / Tone
Moral Exhortation
Key Arguments
Veracity Is The Foundation Of Manly Character
Parents Trust Children Who Speak The Truth
Losing Truthfulness Leads To Loss Of Dependability
Children Must Return To Truth To Avoid Danger