Rensselaer Republican, Volume 17, Number 33, Rensselaer, Jasper County, 23 April 1885 — Self-Respect. [ARTICLE]

Self-Respect.

John Balkney has great respect for himself. Several days ago a man called him a liar. “o,<l won’t resent it,” said Jqhn, “I’ve got too much respect for myself.” The man knocked him down. “That’s all right,” said John, arising. “I’ve got too much self-respect to fight. If I didn’t think anything of myßelf, you’d hear from me. ” The man kicked him. “Keep on,” said John. “Ah! selfrespect does control a man’s temper.” “Have a drink!” exclamed the man.’ “11l jine yon,” replied John. “O, I see you are begining to have some respect for yourself. No, sir, nothing like self-respect. Well, here’s hopin’.” —Axkansaw Traveler.