. History of the Handel and Haydn Society (founded 1815). rt marking theanniversary. It was immediately after the death of my mother that I joinedthe Society, so that the Handel and Haydn Society is closely con-nected with the sorrows as well as the joys of my life. I have enjoyed every day I have been with you, for music hasbeen a comfort in sorrow and a stimulating and uplifting influenceat all times. I would be glad to continue my service indefinitely,but it cannot be. I appreciate the honor you have conferred onme by electing me eight times as your President, and I must nowask you to
. History of the Handel and Haydn Society (founded 1815). rt marking theanniversary. It was immediately after the death of my mother that I joinedthe Society, so that the Handel and Haydn Society is closely con-nected with the sorrows as well as the joys of my life. I have enjoyed every day I have been with you, for music hasbeen a comfort in sorrow and a stimulating and uplifting influenceat all times. I would be glad to continue my service indefinitely,but it cannot be. I appreciate the honor you have conferred onme by electing me eight times as your President, and I must nowask you to choose my successor. While my health is good, my physician orders me to withdrawfrom a number of positions that make demands on my time andstrength if I am to avoid a breakdown from overwork, and I amsure you would not wish to force such a fate upon me. I appreciate the loyal support I have received from officers,directors and chorus, and I thank you most heartily for the honoryou have given me in allowing me to serve you as your Presidentfor so long a ? <^#
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