The daily dispatch. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1884, 1854-07-22
BY J. A. COWARDIN.
EDUCATION.
RICHMOND FEMALE INSTITUTE.
THE TRUSTEES OF THIS INSTI

u
4 TUTE take pleasure In announcing that its ex
eTei.es will commence on MONDAY, ne second q
October aegt
The buildings In prcces. Of erection. which are
psnned expressly for this purpose will afford accom-
modaiions for from 80 to soe pupils The ample
grounds of the Institute offer delightful shade and
privacy for recreation during recess hours while a
large in the attic provides suitable retirement
for cxerc ise and amusement in unpleasant weather
Nothing will be omitted which contribute to give
the young ladies who may reside in the family of the
President the security. comfort and enjoyment of
we'll ordered horne The total amount { \ pc nded In
cIudng grounds, building furniture, and apparatus,
will scarcely fail short Of $50 ooe and the Trustees
feel assured that those who obtaa their education
this Institute viii regard the advanta offered thu
fully jusnfyips so b syss an "n,lsy ,lC,,o.
Instruction will be provided In every branch
.y studied BY young ladies'. from the earliest period
when it is desirable 10 send children TO school to the
highest stages oteduestion There will be three De-
partments Of instruction in the lnsitute-a Pre-
parstory De apartment, Collegiate Department and
Department CT Music and Ornamental Branches.-
Each will have its distinct officers individually
srons5e for the progress Of the pupils under their
GUS systen. under the constant supervision OF the
Psesident. Rev. BASIL MANI.Y, Jr
PREPARATORY DEPARTMENT.
The usual English studies will ba commenced and
prosecuted the charge of two experienced Ia
dies snd ali pains will be taken to ensure thorough
sss in this ia pda. tai part OF education by frequent
reviews snd examinations conducted by the President
himself Vocal Music viii be taught, without any
extra charge. The rudimeuts of the science may be
acquired in this way with nantes. advantage at q
yery early period 1t is proposed that the ad-
vanced classes of ths Department shah take the in-
tiatorY steps in learning French. Oral instruction,
together with exercises the black board will here
be principally relied great point will be gain
ed BY eaIy fsuillauty with the proper pronunciation
French may be learned somcirhat French child
teams M The task will be made easy and converted
into pleasure, by commencing in the proper way,
snd under skiiful instructor that there shall be
nothing to aHlearH when they come to the more
scientific study of the language.
COLLEGIATE DEPARTMENT.
The studies OF this department contemplate four
years course aud require in order to entrance upon
them g familiarity with English Grammar, Geogra-
phy, Arithmetic, and the other studies of academic
course
ptomine ut place will be given throughout this
department, to the critical study of English, the his
toy of its formation, its idoms, the sy of its most
eminent authors and also to the attainment OF skill
Composition. The Greek, Latin, French, German,
Italian and Spauish Languages will be Taught by well
qualified instructors. 4 gentleman Of eminent at
jsiuuents ana successful experience has been ap-
pointed Professor of Mathematics and Physical
Sciences. And, the of $1,000 having been appro
psted for the purchase Of scientific apparatus, it is
believed that the pupil here will enjoy great ia
ciites in 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
will be given by combining the of text books
with familiar lectures, and frequent examinations,
pursued in other studies as far applicable.
DEPARTMENT OF ORNAMENTAL BRANCHES
The whole School will be regularly instructed in
cal Music, part of the regular Course, and with.
out any extra charge. The Introduction of Singing
frequent exercise hes fine effect in promoting
cheerfuiness good order and health, as well as IN
forming The vocal organs and culiivatng the taste.
In instrumental Music the most thorough and faith
FIJI instruction will be afforded on the Organ, Pisno,
Harp and Guitar; and advanced Classes for Solo and
QuaTtette Singing will be formed.
Much attention will he paid to the formation of
pure and correct taste in all the fine artB and to the
attainment of skill in Drawing, Painting Embroi.
dery and Ornamental NeedlewOrk, &c.
In will he thA nil OF he Trns nd nf
the Faculty of Instruction to afford the pupils of this
Institute opportunity to earn within its walls all
of accomplished and intellectual young lady; and,
go far as in them lies, nothing has been spared, or
'hai be withheld 'hfI TERMs EsS promote this result
(Eiat payable in ddrance Oct l. 1854; the remainder
March ], 1852
PREPARATORY DEPARTMENT.
English Studies. $50 90
COLLEGIATE E DEPARTMENT.
English and Scientific Studies $50 90
Ancient and Modern Languages, each......... 20 90
ORNAMENTAL DEPARTMENT
Music-Pisno, with use of Instrument. $40 90
Organ or Harp. p......................... 80 90
DRAWING Psntns Embroidery to 90 90 CO CO
BOARDING DEPARTMENT.
Board, fuel lights &c, includedl. l.........S20o 90
~ No extra charges. Pupils provide Books and
Stationery at their own expense. In cases of pro
tFacted sickness deduction will be made for ab-
sence. Applications for admission, or inquiries in
regard TO other PARTICULARS may be addressed to Rev.
BASIL MANLY, jr, President Of the Institute Rich
mond, Va J. B. JETER
jV I4-Sm President of the Trustees
COUTHERN FEMALE INSTITUTE
~ The next session of this Institution will crn-
on the first Monday in next October and end
on the first Gay ofJuly.
MRS. GEN. PEGRAM viii receive young ladies
into her family as boarders and visit the lecture
Iooms daily.
Board per session. $3.50 00
Tuition. ........................... so co
French ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS. 20 90
italiin OBSERVATION-DISCLOSURES. 20 90
Latin do.......................... Is co
One-half payable ist October, the rest on 18th of
February. INSTRUCTORS;
d. LEE POWELL,
ROBT. MORRISON,
g. PERSICO,
MADEMOISELLE VASSAS.
For further information address
MRS. GEN PEGRAM or
ROBT. J. MORRISON.
iy ll-eo3w Richmond.
CLASSICAL AND MATHEMATICAL