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Rh "Races'"; and very many other articles. These papers were published in various magazines and weeklies; and Professor Kelly Miller's clear thought and vigorous and admirable English style make his articles welcome contributions to the leading reviews and magazines.

His literary taste is cultivated; he has studied the English masters of style and thought. Among the books he has found most helpful are, Macaulay's Essays, and Spencer's Synthetic Philosophy. As a relaxation he enjoys gardening. His own study has mainly shaped his career; and he feels that "it is the divine right of every one to better his condition." He is a member of the Academy of Political and Social Science; of the Association for the Advancement of Science, and is vice-president of the American Negro academy. He has discussed public policies from a non-political standpoint. He advises young Americans of all classes to have "courage, sustained effort, confidence in self, and faith in God."

He married Annie May Butler, July 18, 1894. They have four children living in 1906. {nop}}