The daily dispatch. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1884, 1854-07-29
BY y. A. COWARDIN.
EDUCATION.
RICHMOND FEMALE INSTITUTE.
rNHE TRUSTEES OF THIS INSTI

II OG ALAN AANoA n
i TuTE take pleasure In announcing that its ex
ercises will commence on MONDAY, me second o.
October neIf.
The buildinss in process of erection. which are
planned expressly for his purpose, will afford accom-
rnodations for from $50 20 500 pupilA The ample
grounds of the Institute offer delightful shade and
privacy for recreation during recess hours; while q
large room in the attic provides suitable retirement
for exercise and amusement In unpleasant weather
the young ladies who may reside in the family of the
President the security comfort, and enjoymen OF
well erderes home an ns Total amount expended IN
vii: scarcely fall short of 6o 00o and the Trustees
feel assured that those who obtain their education in
this Institute will regard the advantages offered thu m
COURSE OF INSTRUCTION.
,ir studied by youns ladies' from the earliest period
when s desirable to send children to school, to the
highest stages OF education There will be three De-
rarstory Department., Collegiate Department, and
Department of Music and Ornamental Branches.-
Each will have its distinct officers. individually re-
chsrge-while sill will be conducted one harmoni-
on. sys,em, under the constant supervision of the
f'''''ei'Ri PREPARATORY DEPARrMENT.
e,The usual English studies will be commenced and
prosecuted under the charge OF two experienced la
dies and all pains will be taken to ensure thorough
ness this entail part of education by frequent
reviews and examinations conducted by the President
himself. Vocal Music will be taught, without any
extra charge. The rudments of the science may be
acquired in this way with manifest advantage at 4
early periO0. IL proposed that tEe more az
venced classes Of thi. Department hall take the n
tiatory steps in learning French. Oral instruction
together with exercises on the black board will here
be principally relied on. great point will be gain
ed by early familiarity with the proper pronunciation
and the meaning fcommon werds and phrases so that
French may be learned somclrhat a French child
learns The task will be made easy, and converted
into pleasure. by commencing in the proper way,
and nder skilful instructor that there shall be
nothing to UnteGyn when they come to the more
COLLEGIATE DEPARTMENT.
The studies of this department contemplate four
years course, aud require, in order entrance upon
Them a 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 sty of its
eminent authors; and also to the attainment of skill
in the practical use of it by frequent exercises in
Composition. The Greek, Latin, French, German,
Italian and Spanish languages will be taught by well
qualified instructors. gentleman of eminent at
taiuments and successful experience has been ap-
Sciences. And, the cf $1,000 having been appro-
prsted for the purchase of scientific apparatus it is
believed that the pupil here will enjoy as great IA
ctes in these branches in any of the Colleges of
he State.
Instruction in History, Moral Philosophy, Mental
Science, Biblical Literature. Rhetoric, Logic. the
Principles of Taste, and the Evidences of Christian
lily will be given by combining the of text books
with familiar lectures, and frequent examinations,
written as well oral. And the plan will be
pursued in other studies as far as applicable.
DEPARTMENT OF oRNAMENfAL BRANCHES.
the science, well trained in the practice of Vo-
cal Music, as part of the regular Course aud with
out any extra charge The introduction of Singing
frequent exercise, has fine effect in promoting
cheerfuiness good order and haalth, well
forming the vocal organs and cutyating the taste,
In instrumental Music the most thorough and faith
full instruction will be afforded on the Organ, Piano
Harp and Guitar; and advanced Glasses for Solo and
Quaftette Singing will be formed
Much attention will he paid to the formation of
pure and correct taste in a the fine arts and to the
attainment of skill in Drawing, Painting, Embroi-
dery and Ornamental Needlework, &c.
In short, 1t will be the aim of the Trustees and of
the Faculty of instruction. afford the pupils of this
Institute opportunity to learn, within its walls, all
that goes to make the elegance and atractiveness
of accomplished and intellectual young lady; and,
far as in them lies, nothing has been spared,
TERMS:
(Haif payable in adrance Oct l. 1884, the remainder
March /, 1851
PREPARATORY DEPARTMENT.
Engtlsh Studies $50 C0
FRENCH. lU tO
COLLEGIATE DEPARTMENT.
English and Scientific Studies $50 90
Ancient and Modern Languages, each. 20 co
ORNAMENTAL DEPARTMENT.
Music-Piano, with of Instrum ent....... $40 90
organ or Harp. p......................... 10 20
o9,lar n .''''.:.:... eo W W
BOARDING DEPARTMENT.
Board, (fue lights, &c, included S200 90
ER No extra charges. Pupils provide Books and
Stationery at their own expense. In cases of pro
tracted sickness deduction will be made for sb.
sence. Applications for admission, inquiries in
regard to other particulars may be addressed Rev.
BASIL MANLY, jr, President of the Institute, Rich
mond, Va. J. B. JETER,
jy l4-Sn President of the Trustees.