The daily dispatch. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1884, 1854-08-09
By J. A. CowARDN.
EDUCATION.
RICHMOND FEMALE INSTITUTES.
TNHE TRUSTEES OF THIS INSTT-

THE TRUSTEES OF THIS INSTI-
Il TUTE take pleasure In announcing that its ex.
ercises rbi ecmmence on MONDAY, tas second 81
The bulldogs, in process of erection. which are
Planned expressly for hts purpose, will afford accom
grounds OF the Instlfute oer delightful shade and
privacy for recreation during recess hours; while a
os ,e and IN pnpissssnt we.ahs1
Nothing will be omitted which can contribute to give
the youns ladies who may reside In the family of the
we'll ordered home The total amount expe nded. Ia.
cusioe grounds building, furniture, and apparstus
feel assured that those Who obtsn their education in
this Institute will regard she advantages offered them
fully ascofHPRss cofHRsE e ~ WI fssTsnSyf1oN s Isilsy
Instruction will be provided in every branch usu.
ally studied by young lsdes from the earliest period
highest stsees ofeducation There will be three De.
rsrtments Of instruction in the Ins'itute-a Pre-.
parstory Department., Cole eis.e Department, and
Each will have Its distinct officers, individually
sponsieie for the progress OF the pupils under their
oas system, under the constant supervision of the
PREPARATORY DEPARTMENT.
The usual English studies win be commenced and
prosecuted under the charge of two experienced la
dies; and eli pains will be taken to thorough
in this Fundamental part of education BY frequent
reviews and examinations conducted BY the President
himself Vocsl Music viii be taught without any
extrs charge. The rudiments of the science may be
acquired, In this way, with manifest advantage st
very esrly period. 1t is proposed that the more aa-
vsnced classes of this Department shall take the in
together with exercises the black board will here
b- principally relied on. great point will be gain
ed By early familiarity with the proper pronuneiation
French may be learned somewhat French child
learns It, The task will be made easy, and converted
INTO pleasure by commencing in the proper way,
and ndeI skiiful instructor that there shall be
aothiug to untearH when they come to the more
scientific study of the language.
COLIFGIATE DEPARTMENT.
The studies of this department contemplate four
years course and require in order to entrance upon
them familiarity with English Grammar, Geogra-
ply, Arithmetic and the other studies of an academic
course.
prominent place will be given. throughout this
department. to the critical study of English. the his
toy of It's formation, its idoms, the sy lie of its most
eminent authors and also to the attainment OF skill
in the practical OF it by frequent exercises in
Composition. The Greek, Latin, French German,
Italian and Spaniuh languages will be taught by well
qualified instructors. gentleman of eminent at
pointed Professor of Mathematics and Physical
Sciences. And, the sum Of $4,000 having been appro
prated for the purchase of scientific apparatus it is
believed that the pupil here will enjoy great IA
clitesn these branches as 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
y viii be given by combining the use of text books
with familiar lectures, and frequent examinations,
written weIl oral. And the same plan will be
pEPARTmENT Hs1 'qulS OF oRNAMENfaE IN BRANCHES.
, The whole School will be regularly instructed in
the science, well as trained n the practice, of Vo
cal Music, as part of the regular Course, aud with
out any extra charge. The introduction of Singing
as frequent exercise, has fine effect in promoting
cheerfulness, good order and hsslth, well in
forming the vocal organs and culvating the taste
In instrumental Music the most thorough and faith
FIJI instruction will bs afforded on the Organ, Piano.
Harp and Guitar; and advanced Glasses for Solo and
QuaItette Singing will be formed.
Much attention will Re paid TO the formation of
pure and correct taste in all the ne arts and to the
attainment of skill in Drawing, Painting, Embroi-
derry and Ornamental Needlework, &c.
In short it will be the aim of the Trustees, and of
the Faculty of instruction to afford the pupils of 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
so far as in them lies, nothing has been spared or
shall be withheld that TERyMs Esy promote this result
tHay payable in adrance Oct l, 1854; the remainder
March l, 1867
PREPARATORY DEPARTMENT. ..-
Engnsh Stucles.- S30 no
COLLEGIATE DEPARTMENT.
English and Scientific Studies $50 90
Ancient and Modern Languages, each, h,....... 20 90
ORNAMENTAL DEPARTMENT.
Mnsic-fiano, with use of Instrument.......S7 $40 90
Organ or Harp. ....................... so 90
Drawing, Psintine Embroidery, $50 to 50 90
BOARDING DEPARTMENT.
Board tuei lights, &c. inciuded).. 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. Applications for admission, or inquiries in
regard to other particulars, may be addressed to Rev.
BASIL MANLY, jr President cf the Institute, Rich
mond, va. j. 3. JETER,
jy 4-3m President Of the Trustees
ENGLISH CLASSICAL AND MATH-
hEMATICAL SCHOOL. by S. T. PENDLETON,
on 4th street, between Main and Franklin Streets
The subscriber graduated at the V. NJ Institute Ju-
~. 1913, since Engineered two years, and taught
school four years. Intending to remain at the bnsi-
ness for several years, if not permanently, he will
naturally use every exertion to give satisfaction.
Session, from lst Sept to Let July.
TERMS:
Ordinary English Branches. ...........S SS5 and $40
For Higher English Branches and Langua-
ges.-. 10 and S5o
one-haf payable strictly in advance; half pay.
able LIST Feb.
jy 3l-2m s. T. PENDLETON
RICHMOND CLASSICAL AND Ma
THEMATICAL ACADEMY,
On Eteoenth, betaceen Marshall and CIay SIS,
RICHMOND, VA.
MONTAGUE & BASSETT,
SUCCESS TO DR.. S. MAUPIN
TNHE next session of this School will com.
Il mence on the Ist MONDAY of Oct next The
course will be of the most liberal and extensive
character embracing Ancieat and Modern Lanquages
MATHEMATICS Chemistry, Natural Philosophy, besides
the usual English branches
The subscribers pledge themselves to use their ut.
most exertions to maintain the hitherto high reputa
ton OF this institution and hop., by a prompt and