Richmond enquirer. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1815-1867, 1843-07-18
WASHINGTON COLLEGE.

examination
on Thursday, the 22d. We have often before spoken
Of the thorough scrutiny and test OF The aca
requirements and progress of the students which ae
furnished by The manner in which these examinations
are conducted and are happy to be able 10 sas ta
the young gentlemen Of the institution passed tnionfn
the recent severe trial to which they were subeced,
with great honor and success, On the afternoon Of
,ha 2St,an Grafton was delivered according to Pry-
-",y Societies of the College, by Thomas s. Book,
Esq f, Of Buckingham II an eloquent effor, one
winch will add to the fame OF its talented autho:, and
which reflects little credit upon the taste and dg
ment of the Societies in their selection Of speaker
for the occasion.
| Thursday, the Goth, the day appointed for the
exercises of the commencement. The proceedings at
the Presbyterian Church opened with prayer
by the Rev. Mr. Nadal. Then followed the speeches
and music in the following order:
Sautatory Address, by Crawford c. Strayer of Rock
ngham, Va
Progress of Philanthropy, BY VIM. L. Connesey, of
Rockbridge, Va.
The Past, by Alexander L. Hogshead, of Monroe,
Va.
The Future, by James II. Lacy, of Fayeue, Ten
Cincinnati Address, by John l.. Campbell, of Lex
ng,on, Va.
Dialogue, by VIM. T. Fleet, of X. q O., and w.
L. T freshman Of Charlotte.
American Literature by Beverly T. Lacy of Fuyete,
Tennessee.
Moral Education, by J. Henry Smith, of Lexington,
Va.
valedictory Address, by David C. Anderson, of Pen
dleton, Va.
The class which has just graduated is considered
one Of the most talented which has ever left the walls
of College, and the addresses of those Of them
who spoke at the recent commencement, were of a
character TO warrant the correctness of this opinion
They were far, far above the ordinary standard Of
nencement speeches, in all that constitutes true elo
quence We trust that the future of these young
graduates may fulfil the expectations excited by their
present success-that the stars which have e1hi
blted their ustre above the verge Of the HORIZON may
ascend TO high place in the literary and political frma
ment, and at some future period, form together bril-
liant galaxy on which the eyes of the country will lin.
ger with as much delight as those which have now be
held their rising
We must not omit TO acknowledge the excellent and
inspiring music with which the audience were favored
during the intervals between the addresses The band
deserves the thanks and applause of the community for
It's valuable services on the occasion.
Degrees were then conferred upon the following
young gentlemen, and with a brief but impressive ad-
dress from the learned and amiable President the pro.
ceedngs ended:
Crawford {. Strayer, William L. Conuevey, Alex.
logshead James II Lacy, John l.. Campbell w.
T. Fleet, w. Z. T freshman, b. r Lacy, j. Henry
Smith, ID e. Anderson, w. Z. Gannaway, and w.
T. Davidson.
In The evening, the Address to the Society of
Alumni delivered by the venerable Dr. Alexander,
oil frinceton IN the presence OF crowded audience.
Great as were the expectations excited by the fame
and high standing Of the Orator, assured they
were fully realized And great is the debt of gratitude
which the Society owe him, for effort VIII ch he
persevered in making notwithstanding the suffering
he endured from the oppressive heat of the day, and
the great crowd by which he was surrounded. All
who were present. unite in warm commentators Of his
address, as a profound and mastery production an
address in every way worthy the eminent gentleman
who delivered H.
We cannot take leave OF the College, without the re.
newed expression Of our sincere WISH that may prove
powerful instrument in diffusing The blessings OF
knowledge, and awakening attention and zeal for the
interests of education throughout Virginia It's ia
Tented and worthy President and Professors deserve
they will receive, The appreciation of parents, whose
have been entrusted to their care as well as oil
the community, for the devotion and fidelity with
which they have successfully performed their ardu
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