We are very apt to get the idea that education means the memorizing of a number of dates, of being able to state when a certain battle took place, of being able to recall with accuracy this event or that event.
Washington critiques a narrow view of education that focuses solely on memorization of facts.
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I think I never saw a community of people so happy over anything as were the coloured people over the prospect of this new building.
No one section of our country was wholly responsible for its introduction, and, besides, it was recognized and protected for years by the General Government.
I have always looked upon fame as something to be used in accomplishing good.
I was supremely happy in the opportunity of being able to assist somebody else.