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God in witnessing the prosperity
of this Academy in believeing
that the labours for its [?]
its continued & increasing usefulness
have not been in vain.--

We consider this as a ^very
important institution. Its influence
upon the community is extensively
felt. We are extrememly anxious
that this should be a good ^{& salutory}
influence-- Whether it be good
or bad will ^greatly depend , young
gentlemen, on the habits & character
you form while members
of it.-- From what we have seen
& heard of your conduct & improvements
our hopes are ^greatly encouraged.

You form young gentlemen though
an important though small portion
of the youth of our country.