The daily dispatch. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1884, 1854-08-31
EDUCATION.
RICHMOND FEMALE INSTITUTE.
THE TRUSTEES OF THIS MSTI-

Il TUTE take pleasure In announcing that its en-.
sssases nt. VIII commence on MONDAY. ns ssromd NJ
The bnildinss In process of erection. which are
modaons for from 80 e sdo pav. Ths
grounds Of the Institute offer delightful shade ana
sscg @ 10, m rsshss.sn ere during Isce. hours while
Nothing win be omitted whieh can contribute to i've
President the security comfort, and enjoyment OF :
well ordered homo. The total amount expended iu-
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feel assured that those who obtain their education in
this Institute win regard the advantag ges offered them
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Instruction will be provided in every branch usu.
Ally q.d s the I'D
hghes stages OF education There will be three De-
partments of instruction in the Institutes Pre-.
Department OF Music and Ornamental Branchea--
Each will have its distinct officers. individually re-
'ponsble for the progress OF the pupils under tnsir
system, under the constant supervision OF the
President, Rev. BASIL MANLY, yr.
PREPARATORY DEPARTMENT.
The usual English studies viii be commenced and
prosecuted under the charge Of two experienced Ia
dies; and ell pains will be taken to ensure taorou
reviews and examinations conducted by the President
himself. Vocal Music will be taught, without any
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very early period 1t 10 proposed that the more ad
vanced classes of thia Department shall take the in
together with exercises the black board will here
be principally relied on. A great point will be gain
ed by early fsm,isr,y with the proper
French may be learned somesohat French child
learns it, The task will be made easy, and converted
and under sfiful instructor 20 that there shall bs
nothing to untearn when they come to the more
COLLEGIATE DEPARTMENT.
The studies OF this department contemplate four
years course and require in order to entrance upon
ply, Arithmetic, and the other studies of academic
course.
promir ent place will be eiven throughout this
department the critical study of English the his.
tory of its formstion its doms the style of its most
eminent authors; and also to the attainment of skill
Composition The Greek, Latin, French, German,
Italian and Spanish languages will be taught by we'll
aasnnea i ,ns,racsu ,S @ ssn.aesn OF sminene at
pointed Professor of Mathe matics and Physical
Sciences. And, the sum cf $4,000 having been appro-
prated for the purchase of scientific apparatus, 1t is
believed that the pupil here will enjoy great ia.
cltes in these branches as in any Of the Colleges of
the State.
Instruction in History, Moral Philosophy, Mental
Science, Biblical Literature Rhetoric, Logic, the
Principles of Taste, and the Evidences of Christian
il will be given by combining the of text books,
with familiar lectures, and frequent examinations,
written as weIl as oral. And the plan will be
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The whole School will be regularly instructed in
the science. well trained in the practice. of Vo
cal Music, part of the regular Course, aud with
out any extra charge. The introduction of Singing
frequent exercise has fine effect in promoting
cheerfulness good order and health, es well as In
forming the vocal organs and cultvatipg the taste.
In instrumental Music the most thorough and faith
full instruction viii be afforded the Organ, Piano.
Harp and Guitar and advanced Glasses for Solo and
QusItette Singing will be formed.
Much attention will he paid TO the formation of a
and correct taste in all the fine arts and to the
attainment of skill in Drawing, Painting Embro
dery and Ornamental Needework, &c.
In short, it will be the aim of the Trustees and Of
the Faculty of Instruction to afford the pupils this
Institute opportunity to learn within its walls all
that goes to make up the elegance and attraetveness
of accomplished and intellectual young lady; and
far as in them lies nothing has been spared, or
shall be withheld, th.t may promote this result.
TERMS:
HAT payable in Advance Oct |, 1854 the remainder
March /. 1861 tE
PREPARATORY DEPARTMENT.