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68 It cannot be emphasized too strongly that variety of mental occupation, and an active interest in many things, do more than anything else to keep the mind clear and agile, and ward off the torpor so often associated with senescence, or even middle age.

When mental and intellectual impairment is involved at this period, it is almost invariably a reflection of physiological weakness. When this takes place, it is a great deal more difficult to restore the bodily vigor than at the high-tide of manhood.