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Dr. H. G. Watson. 1Ff5~~~~~HE subject of this sketch, Harry Goldsborough Watson, was born on a farm in Queen Anne County on the eighth of April in the year 1869. This fact of being born on a farm showed much foresight. I~~~IIand was the first step towards greatness. There being no log cabin in the neighborhood, this feature I~ of his birth had to be omitted and is no doubt one reason why he has never become president of the "".,rl#ni"..IIUnited States. His parents, John G. Watson and Mary E. Watson moved to CentreviHe one year after the birth of Harry, and spent their time and money in rearing their children. His father was a hard working man, who was successful in his business and proud of his home and children. His mother was a quiet soul, beloved by all, always thinking of the care and training of her three boys and helping in the care and comfort of many others. After finishing his course at the Public High School in CentreviHe, oneof Harry's first great steps forward was the climb up CoHege HiH and his entrance to Western Maryland CoHege. His father, whose motto was "Be on Time" took Harry to the CoHege three days before school opened, in order to take in the surroundings. A few days later, he was taken in by the boys, and concluded that he was still a farmer. His aim being high, he first roomed in Sky Parlor in Ward Hall. It was not long before he became acclimated and enthused with the College spirit. The four years spent at We3tern Maryland as a student were happy ones. He took much interest in his studies and more pleasure in athletics and other coHege matters. He filled the many usual positions of a college boy; was president of his society, the Webster, and was in the Orator- ical contest. In College matters he was also interested, being one of the editors of the CoUegeMonthly; he also selected 7