The daily dispatch. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1884, 1854-08-08
ny ]. A. COWARDIN.
EDUCATION.
RICHMOND FEMALE INSTITUTE.
rIHHE TRUSTEES OF THIS INSTT.

rIHHE TRUSTEES OF THIS INSTT.
Il TuTE take pleasure In announcing that its ex.
erc'ses will commence on MONDAY, NE second Of
The buildings, In process of erection. which are
planned expressly for this purpose WIN afford accom-
grounds of the Institute offer delightful shade and
privacy for recreation during recess hours; while
for exercise and amusement in unpleasant weather.
Nothing win be omitted which contribute to give
the young ladies who may reside in the family of the
Presdent, the security comfort, and enjoyment of
we'll ordered home. The total amount expended, in
& .e.ce1 n .nd the
feel assured that those who obtain their education
this Institute viii regard the advantages offered them
fully 'a;c:so'fHiPRs cofHRsE OF tsaff fNsTRucTIoN.
Instruction will be provided in every branch usu.
when is desirable send children to school, to the
highest STAGES of education There will be three De.
psr.@s1n1 g, cossSis I pspament and
Department of Music and ornsmental Brsnchea.-
Each will have Its distinct officers individually re-
sponsble for the progress Of the pupils under their
chsrse-whiie all will be conducted IS one harmoni-
ous system, under the constant supervision Of the
f'e'idsI.Ri Ip.RikkpARAroRY kfT saso nffds fpdEsRAkrmENr.
The usual English studies will be commenced and
prosecuted under the charge OF two experienced is-
dies and sill pains will be taken to ensure borough
In this fundamental part of education by frequent
reviews and examinations conducted by the President
himself. Vocal Music viii be taught without any
extra charge The rudiments of the science may be
acquired. in this way with manifest advantage, at
ss % b. ss bs
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 ofcommon words and phrases; that
French may be learned someachat as French child
learns IT, The task will be made easy, and converted
into pleasure, by commencing In the proper way,
and nder skfui instructor so that there shall be
COLLEGIATE DEPARTMENT.
onFf btsSa rfrna lafao fo,
years course, and require in order to entrance upon
them familiarity with English Grammar, Geogra-
phy Arithmetic and the other studies OF an academic
course.
A prominent place will be given, throushout this
department the critical study of English, the his
toy Of it's formation, its doms, the style of its most
eminent authors and also to the attainment OF skill
in the practical use OF it by frequent exercises in
Italian and Spanish languages will be Taught by well
qualified instructors. A gentleman of eminent at
tsiuments and successful experience has been ap-
pointed Professor of Mathematics and Physical
Sciences. And, the sum cf $4,000 having been appro
priaed for the purchase OF scienthc apparatus Is
believed that the pupil here will enjoy great IA
css in these branches az in any OF the Colleges Of
|, he State.
Science, Biblical Literature, Rhetoric, Logic. the
Principles of Taste, and the Evidences of Christian
with familiar lectures, and frequent examinations,
written as well as oral And the same plan will be
g1Iso.d in oths5 s studies az s, as agpfcabs;
The whole School will be regularly instructed in
the scence, well as trained N the practice of Vo
csl Music 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 health, SIS well as In
forming the vocal organs and cuivstius 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
Qua1tette Singing will be formed
Much attention will he paid TO the formation of a
attainment of skill in Drawing, Psintiug, Embroi-
dery 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 to make the ELEGANCE and attractiveness
of accomplished and intel ectual young lady; and
40 far in them lies, nothing has been spared,
shal be withheld ths1 TFs Rsy promote this result
tHslf payable in adpance Oct L. 1854; the remainder
March l. 1861
PREPARATORY DEPARTMENT.
Engnsn STUDIES. $50 10
french. l0 To
COLLEGIATE DEPARTMENT.
English and Scien' ic Studies s............ $50 90
Ancient and Modern Languages each. 20 90
ORNAMENTAL DEPARTMENT.
Mus1c-fiano, with use OF Instrument. $50 90
Gp;tar u Gu Gu Vo oo
Drawing, Painting, Embroidery c.....S20 to so 90
BOARDING DEPARTMENT.
Board tfuel lights &c, includedl S2o0 90
R- No extra charges Pupils provide Books and
Stationery at their own expense. In cases of pro
tracted sickness a deduction will be made for ab-
sence, Applications for admission, or inquiries in
may be douIe5seQ 10 rev.
BASIL MANLY, jr, President Of the Institute, Rich
mond, Va. ). B. JETER.
Jy 14-3m President of the Trustees.
ENGLISH CLASSICAL AND MATH-
LEMATICAL SCHOOL, by S. T. .PENDLETON
4th street, between Main and Franklin stree s.
The subscriber gradusted at the V. NJ Institute Ju
ly. 1e4S, since Engineered two years, and taught
school four years Intending to remain at the bus.
uess for several years, if not permanently, he will
naturally use every exertion to give satisfaction.
Session, from lst Sept to lst July.
TERMS:
Ordinary Euelish Branches. $35 and $40
For Higher English Branches and Lsngua-
ges...................,.,,., 45 and S5i