CHAPTER VII.

Return to Geauga Seminary.--Works at Haying through the Vacation.--Teaches a Higher Grade of School.--First Oration.--Determines to go to College.--He visits the State Capitol at Columbus. 48

Hiram Institute.--The faithful Janitor.--Miss Almeda Booth.--James is appointed Assistant Teacher.--Critical habit of Reading.--Moral and Religious Growth.--Debating Club. 53

Ready for College.--His Uncle lends him Five Hundred Dollars.--Why he decides to go to Williams.--College Life. 58

Return Home.--Appointed Professor, then President, of Hiram Institute.--His Popularity as a Teacher.--Answers Prof Denton.--Marriage. 67

Law Studies.--Becomes Interested in Politics.--Delivers Oration at the Williams Commencement.--Elected State Senator.--His Courage and Eloquence. 74