Booker T. Washington: “I hope that each one of you, after you graduate, will surround himself…”

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I hope that each one of you, after you graduate, will surround himself at home with what is beautiful, inspiring and elevating.

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Booker T. Washington

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Washington encourages graduates to cultivate beautiful and inspiring environments at home.

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Booker T. Washington: “I hope that each one of you, after you graduate, will surround himself at home with what is beautiful, inspiring and…”