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Anecdotes for Boys
ANECDOTES
FOR
BOYS.
ENTERTAINING NARRATIVES AND ANECDOTES,
ILLUSTRATIVE OF PRINCIPLES AND CHARACTER.
BY
HARVEY NEWCOMB,
AUTHOR OF “HOW TO BE A LADY,” “HOW TO BE A MAN,” ETC.
SIXTH THOUSAND.
BOSTON:
GOULD AND LINCOLN,
59 washington street.
1851.
Entered according to Act of Congress, in the year 1847,
By Gould, Kendall and Lincoln,
In the Clerk’s Office of the District Court of the District of Massachusetts.
STEREOTYPED BY S. N. DICKINSON, BOSTON.
PREFACE.
I have noticed that young people are fond of reading anecdotes, narratives, parables, &c. This taste of theirs sometimes leads them to devour all the trash that comes in their way, with no other object than mere amusement. But, if properly guarded, it may be the means of conveying truth to their minds in a form not only more attractive, but more readily understood. The design of this book is, to supply reading of this kind, which shall be not only entertaining but instructive. I never write for the amusement of the reader merely. But I am glad if he is entertained at the same time that he is instructed.
This book is not a mere compilation of stories. Its main object is to illustrate truth and character. No anecdote has been admitted but such as could be turned to this account; and if suited to this purpose, the question has not been asked whether it was new or old. But nearly every one has been entirely rewritten, presented in a new dress, and made to bear on the object in view. The work was suggested, while writing my last two publications, “How to be a Man,” and “How to be a Lady.” I had designed to illustrate the topics there treated of, in this manner, but could not find space. The favor with which these works have been received, has encouraged me to undertake something of the kind separately. I have prepared two volumes, one for boys and one for girls, but the matter in each is entirely distinct. The same anecdote is in no instance introduced into both books; though in some cases the topics are similar. They form a pair, for the rising youth of both sexes; and if they shall contribute in any degree towards forming their characters, after the true model, my object will be attained.
Grantville, Mass., Sept. 1847.
CONTENTS.
CHAPTER I.
The Boy makes the Man.—Benedict Arnold—George Washington—Gov. Ritner—Roger Sherman. 9
CHAPTER II.
Filial Piety.—George Washington—obey God rather than man—a son’s love—filial piety rewarded—filial tenderness—filial impiety punished—think how you will feel when your parents are gone—benefit of obedience—reward of disobedience—conscientious obedience—cheerful obedience, sullen obedience, and disobedience. 16
CHAPTER III.
Social Virtues and Vices.—Brotherly affection—the golden rule—gratitude and benevolence—manners—overcome evil with good—use of the tongue—contention—punctuality. 31
CHAPTER IV.
Bad Company and Bad Habits.—Green, the reformed gambler—profaneness—playing truant—ruin of a deacon’s son—bad books—intemperance—going to the theatre—gaming 70
CHAPTER V.
Industry—Labor, &c.—An Indian story—business first and then pleasure—industry. 90
CHAPTER VI.
True Greatness.—Anecdotes of President Jefferson, Chief Justice Marshall, Chancellor Kent, and Dr. Franklin. 97
CHAPTER VII.
Advantages of Honesty.—Colbert—two opposite examples—fruits of dishonesty. 101
CHAPTER VIII.
Pursuit of Knowledge.—Reading—love of learning—dislike of study. 109
CHAPTER IX.
Miscellaneous Subjects.—Fickleness—independence of character—contentment—the old black sheep. 115
CHAPTER X.
Religion.—Religious knowledge—the Sabbath—early piety recommended—uncertainty of life. 124
ANECDOTES FOR BOYS.
CHAPTER I.
THE BOY MAKES THE MAN.
A MAN’S character is formed early in life. There may be some exceptions. In some instances, very great changes take place after a person has grown