There were never any cases of unruly conduct, or a disposition to shirk.

With scholars who were slow of comprehension, or to whom recitations were a burden, on account of their modest or retiring dispositions, he was specially attentive, and by encouraging words and gentle assistance would manage to put all at their ease, and awaken in them a confidence in themselves.

He was not much given to amusements or the sports of the playground.

He was too industrious, and too anxious to make the utmost of his opportunities to study.
"He was a constant attendant at the regular meetings for prayer, and his vigorous exhortations and apt remarks upon the Bible lessons were impressive and interesting.

There was a cordiality in his disposition which won quickly the favor and esteem of others.