The daily dispatch. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1884, 1854-07-27
EDUCATION.
RICHMOND FEMALE INSTITUTE.
NHE TRUSTEES OF THIS INSTI.

EDUCATION.
RICHMOND FEMALE INSTITUTE.
TNHE TRUSTEES OF THIS INSTI-
TUTE take pleasure 10 announcing that Its ex
ercsses will commence on MONDAY, the second cf
October ne1f.
The buildings, in process of erection. which
planned expressly for this purpose will afford
fnodations for from $50 TO 500 papila The ample
grounds Of the Institute Offer delightful shade and
privacy for recreation during fecess hours; while
large room in the attic provides suitable retirement
for exerc ise and amusement in unpleasant weather
Nothing will be omitted which contribute TO give
the young ladies may resd. in the family of The
President, the security. comfort and enjoyment of
well ordered home. The total amount expended in
Guiding stonnds building furniture, and apparatus
feel assured that those who obain their education
this Institute will regard The advantages offered them
f''S ''sfGPss coGRsE oF tsEsf fSsrsucyTroN rSsss5sy
Instruction will be provided in every branch usu-
when it desirable to send children to school 70 the
highest stages OF education There will bs three De-
psrtments OF instruction in the Ins'itute-s Pre-
paratory Department., Collegiate Department, and
Department of Music and Ornamental Branches
Each will have its distinct officers Individuals re.
charge-while ell viii be conducted as one harmon
system: under the constant supervision Of the
PREPARATORY DEPARTMENr.
The ususl English studies will be commenced and
prosecuted u.dei the charge OF two experienced Ia
dies and ell pains will be taken to thorough
in this part of education, by frequent
reviews and examinations conducted by the President
sxisa charge. The rudnients of the science may be
acquired. In this way with manifest advantage, at
sanced classes of th. Department sh. Il. take the ini
tistory steps in learning Trench. Oral instruction.,
together with exercises on the black board, viii here
be principally relied on great point will be gain
ed BY early familiarity with the proper pronunciation
and the mea1ing fcommon werds and phrases that
French may be learned somewhat a French child
learns it The task will be made easy, converted
INTO pleasure, by commencing in the proper way,
and nder skiiful instructor that there shall be
scientific study of the language.
COLLEGIATE DEPARTMENT.
The studies of this department contemplate four
years course and require, in order upon
thnm familiarity with English Grammar, Geogra-
phy. Arithmetic, and the other studies of academic
course.
A prominent place will be given, throughout this
department, to the critical study of English, the his
tory of its formation, its idoms the style of its
eminent authors snd also to the attainment of skill
Composition The Greek, Latin French, German
Italian and Spanish languages will be taught by well
qualified instructors A gentleman of em nent at
taGments and successful experience has been ap-
pointed Professor of Mathematics and Physical
Sciences. And the sum of $4,000 having been appro-
prlaed fer the purchase OF scientific apparatus Is
believed that the pupil here will enjoy great ia
ctesin these branches al in any of the Colleges of
he State
Instruction in History, Moral Philosophy, Mental
Science, BIBLICAL Literature Rhetoric, Logic. the
ity will be given by combining the use of text books
with familiar lectures, and frequent examinations,
written well oral. Aud the same plan will be
pursued in other studies as far pplicable.
DEPARTMENT OF ORNAMENTAL BRANCHES.
The whole School viii be regularly instructed in
the science well trained IN tbs practice. of Vo
cal Music part of the regular Course and with.
out any extra charge. The introduction of Singing
frequent exercise. has fine effect in promoting
cheerfuiness good order and h alth, well in
forming the vocal organs and cultiva3g the taste.
In Instrumental Music the most thorough and faith
iqi instruction will De afforded on the Organ, Piano
Harp and Guitar; and advanced Cssses for Solo and
QusItette Singing will be formed.
Much attention will he paid to the formation of g
pure and correct taste in ell the fine arts and the
attainment of skill in Drawing. Painting Embroi-
dery and Ornamental Needework. &c.
In short, it will be the aim of the Trustees, aud of
the Faculty of instruction to afford the pupils this
Institute opportunity to learn, within its walls, all
that goes to make the elegance and attractveness
OF an accomplished and intellectual young lady; and,
90 far as in them lies nothing has been spared, or
snail be withheld that TFss Psy promote this result
(Half payable in adrance Oct l, 1854; the remainder
March l, 1862
PREPARATORY DEPARTMENT.
Engnshh Egh GO
coLLEGIATE DEPARTMENT.
English and Scientific Studies s..............S50 90
Ancient and Modern Languages, each........ 20 90
ORNAMENTAL DEPARTMENT.
Music-Piano, with use of lnstrument.......S7 $50 90
Organ or Harp. 80 90
Drawing, Painting, Embroidery, &c.....S $50 to 50 90
BOARDING DEPARTMENT.
Board tfue, lights, NC, includedl.. 90
~ No extra charges. Pupils provide Books and
Stationery at their own expense; In cases OF pro
regard to other particulars may be addressed to Rev
BASIL MANLY jr, President Of the Institute Rich
jy l4-Sn President of the Trustees.
CLASSICAL AND MATHEMATICAL
SACADEMY-vOLGE PATTON, Richmond
Fa-The second session of this institution will COM
mence the lst Monday in October next, and end
the 18th of July following.
The unde rsgned will spare pains TO give satisac-
tion to their patrons and to instruct Thoroughly in all
the branches taught by them.
The course will embrace the Latin and Greek Ian
guages, Mathematics and English studies French,
Spanish, German and Italian also taus ht
Every pupil is expected to study at least one of the
ancient languages.
For Classics and Mathematics $50 90
For each modern language (extra). .......... 20 90
small extra charge for fuel will also be made.
Ons-h OF the fee is payable strictly in advance,
and the remainder on the 18th of February.
Parents intending to enter pupils, will confer
great favor by informing the undersigned
possible in order that proper arrangements may be
made for their reception.
Competent assistants will be employed if necessary.
GkHEsT EN- . .9LGER' .gras Phi d. Principals.
NIB All commnacations addressed to DIR. Ernest
Noleer, Riehnond will meet with prompt attention.
July 10th, 1854. jy 1l-eo3w
SOUTHERN FEMALE INSTITUTE
~ The next session of this Institution will Gem
on the first Monday in next October, and end
MRS. GEN, N, PEGRAM RI will recev. young ladie.
into her family boarders, and visit the lecture
rooms daily. TERMS
oU UU
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Italian .................-......... 20 90
lain uo ...''....--, 10 w
One-half payable lst October, the rest 18th of
February. INSTRUCTORS:
ID. LEE POWELL.
R0BT. J MORRISON,
q. PERSICO,
MADEMOISELLE VASSAS.
For further information address
MRS. GEN PEGRAM, or
ROBT. J. MORRISON.
jy ii--eoSw Richmond.
K. I'll. L. TIGHE'S
CLASSICAL AND ENGLISH SCHOOL,
Fraaklfa, bet,oeen SirtA and Seceath .Sts,
RICHMOND, VA.
TNHE second session of this School will
l. commence FRIDAY, the 18th of September
next,and close on the 18th Of July following:
The aim of the undersigned is to thoroughly pre-.
pare those entrusted to his care, either for business
for the study of one of the learned professions,
for entering one of the higher classes of our Col
ieges-the course of instruction embracing The An