The daily dispatch. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1884, 1854-09-30
EDUCATION.
RICHMOND FEMALE INSTITUTE.
rIlAE 6esf anaaion ne &hia IusfifYta will

tween Marshall and Clay. The work has already adj
sanced sufficiently fer 70 warrant the assurance that
sill the parts OF the building designed for school pur-
psses win be ready fore that time. And, sh uld
there be any delsy in nhns the other parts of the
hoose, designed tor tosrdeis, suitable accomnods-
tious will bs provided elsewhere, to occasion no
iuconv enience or extra expense to those who may
desire TO board in the Institute.
PROMPT ATTENDANCE.
Importance 70 every scholar to be present tae
first day. Pupils will be received ct any period of
The session.; but when they enter late, there is an
Inconvenience to the teacher, arising frou, the de
rangsment OF classes and still greater disadven-
tsge to the scholar from her want Of acquaintance
with the portions of books already gone over
INSTRUCTORS.
In the outset of Institute of this character, lay
ing claim to public confidence, without having nsd
opportunity reputation, it seems proper that
the rus ees should give distinct Information regard
ing the teachers into whose charge parents arc in'
Rev. BASIL MANLY, ia, President of the Inst.
tnte, is extensively known a. the PASTOR ior ,our
He is a Master OF Arts of the Univ of Alabams; a
graduate Of Princeton Theological Seminary, and has
had much familiarity with the operations OF the
hisber Institutions of learning in our country. His
undivided nergea will be given to the Institute, and
his attention win be directed not merely to the
classes which he may himself instruct, but also to
the progress of every scholar, in every department
of instruction from the highest to the lowest.
Of ths
chair of Mathematics, &C., in the Columbian College,
TO accept the Professorship of Ancient Languages
his position the experience of several years of
previous occupation as teacher and the warm recon-
mendation of those with whom he has been associ-
ated. The ample and beautiful set of apparatus,
which has been procured, will lend him unusual ia
cties for instruction 1t is not surpassed we pre-
sumo. for practical purposes of illustration by the
apparatus o any colfege in the State.
Mrs EMMA HoLCoMBE, of the celebrate ed Institute
of Mr.. Bacon, at La Grange, Ga, and previously
gagged a teacher for number of years in Lousi-
ana, will take charge of the higher English branches
Miss ELIZABETH V. NELSON of Norfolk, Va, was
in her well known school in that city. Her atten.
ton will also be devoted to the English branches.
Miss JANE C. STANARD has established reputa-
der her own manage which needs ne COM
ment She will give instruction in En- glish studies
Mademoiselle NINA CHoLLET, a niece of Prof.
Arnold Guyot of Harvard College, has enjoyed such
position, both in French and American circles az
to give her unusual advantsges She will instruct in
french and German; and, as she will reside in the
rate pronunciation and ready of the French lam
guage will be afforded to the boarders. The system
pupils, in the earliest stages of study to use the
language readily, and to learn French somew hat
asa French child would learn it.
NJ. JOSH PHI MICHARD, well known instructor in
Modern Languages, of this city, win give lessons in
Spanish and italian.
Mr.. JOHN DUNDsRDALE, Organist of ST. Paurs and
Musical instructor in MIR. Hoge's school for some
years. has been selected to take charge of the Must
cal Department, and his long residence here and
eminent success, preclude any necessity for remarks
He will be assisted by his daughter, Miss EMILY
DUNDERDALE. She has just concluded course of
musical training under the celebrated Madame Sc.
gum, by whom she Is highly commended as compe-
tent to reflect honor both upon herself and her
teacher.
Miss sALLIE suLLy enjoys the deserved reputation
of being excellent performer and instructor the
Harp. and will give lessons that instrument
Other musical teachers will be provided if neces-
sary or if parents prefer any other Professors of Mu.
SIC residing in the CITY, their services can be OBJ
tanned
Mira EMILY CRUDE, formerly of Richmond, and re.
ANTI nf fhn NanA ITrfAn CO.
ing Ornamental Needle Work. &c. Her skill in
theHe branches, and her energy as teacher,
ply attestsa.
Mrs. GEoRGIANNA MONROE, of Winchester Va,
has been selected Matron. She has filled this i'm.
such as Miss En- gishs, Georg wn, and Mr. Bakers
at Winchester.
In ne the purpose expressed In the outset of this
enterprise has been steaaily kept in view-to have
none bat the very best teachers connected with the
Institutes: and no pains nor expense has been spared
that seemed necessary to attain this object. And
the design to obtain the best teachers that could
be met WITH from whatever quarter they might
come, it isa gratifying fact that many of these
from the South.
DEPARTMENTS OF INSTRUCTION.
The study is extensive and liberal 1t is de-
signed to afford TO young ladies opportunities for
tai training corresponding to those which young
as the Oo
sponsibie sphere which well educated woman must
occupy, seems to demand.
studies will be pursued 1t proposed that the
advanced classes of this D apartment may take the
initiatory steps in learning French This will give
them great advantage " hen they come to the more
scientific study of the language.
In the Collegiate Department, which contemplates
. iNus years course; the higher English branches
Ancient or Modern Languages To those who have
cessfully completed this courseincuding at least
one other anguage. Ancient Modern, besides Eng
lish-a Diploma will be given, at the Annual Com
mencement.
In the Ornamental Department, Vocal Music will be
taught to the whole school, ssa part of the regular
course, and without any extra charge. 1t is relied
upon valuable coadjutor.in promoting cheerful
ness good order and health.
Instruction will be given the Organ, Harp, Pia-
no and Guitar; in Solo and Quertette Singing and in
Drawing, Painting, Ornamental Needlework, &c.
BOARDEEs IN THE INSTITUTE.
The young ladies' who board in the Institute will
be regarded mem bers of the family of the Presi-
dent, and will be expected to conform to such
strctions and rules seem required by this principle
detailed code of guatons in regard to the conduct
of the boarders. They will be simply required to act
Those who make the earliest application hare choice
of rooms Though they all furnished slike, there
may still be some preferences between them Young
choose their room mates, but where no selection is
made, the President will assign them.
TERMS PER SESSION OF NINE MONTHS
HAT payable Oct l, 1854; the remainder March /,
PREPARATORY DEPARTMENT.
English Studies. 3ou w
III W
COLLEGIATE DEPARTMENT.
English and Scientific Studies..............S50 90
Ancient and Modern Languages, each........ 20 90
ORNAMENTAL DEPARTMENT.
Piano, with of Instrument........$7 $40 90
Organ or rp......................... ~ w
Guitar gu w
Drawing Painting, Embroidery. Ac....$ $40 to SO 90
BOARDING DEPARTMENT.
Board, fuel lights, &C.. uded).."....S2O0 90
- No extra charges. Pupils provide Books and
Stationery at their own expense. In cases of pro
tracted sickness deduction viii be made for alb.
sence.
w- Psmpelets containing the Plan of the Institute
may be obtained at the BOOKSTORES of Messrs Harold
Murray, James Woodhouse, Chas. WORKMAN, Geo.
M. West, J. w. Randolph "A. Morris, w. A. Buffers
and Knowles Walford.
e. Applications for admission, or inquiries in
regard to other particulars nay be addressed Rev
BASIL MANLY, jr. President of the Institute, Rich
mond, Va. J. B. JETER,
se 1l-ot14oc President of the Trustees.
NOTICE. hereby inform the public
IN that by an agreement this day entered into be-
tween Simon Lichenstein and myself l have an.
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