The daily dispatch. [volume] (Richmond [Va.]) 1850-1884, 1854-08-02
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RICHMOND FEMALE INSTITUTE.
rIsHE TRUSTEES OF THIS INSTI

RICHMOND FEMALE INSTITUTE
VsHE TRUSTEES OF THIS INSTI-
Il TUTE take pleasure in announcing that Its ex.
ercises viii commence on MONDAY. the second ef
Octebey nert
The buildings, In process of erection. which are
planned expressly for this purpose will afford accom-
modstions for from $50 to 500 pupils. The ample
grounds Of the Institute offer delightful shade and
priyssy for recreaton during recess hours; while
large room in the attic provides suitable retreme
for exerc se and amusement in unpleasant weather
Nothing will be omitted which contribute to give
the youns ladies who nsy reside in the family OF the
President, the security comfort and enjoyment of =
a;0 Ts srsnnas sudns arnure and sppara.u
will scarcely fall short Of $50 ooe and the Trustees
feel assured that those who obtain their education in
this institute will regard the advantages offered then
as fully '1s5yGiPRss coyGRsE oF sEsf
Instruction will be provided In every branch usu,
when it 10 desirable send children TO school, to the
highest stages OF educaton. There will be three De-
psratory Department, Collegiate Department, and
q Department. of Music and Ornamental Branches
Esch will have its distinct officers individually re-
spousible for the progress OF the pupils under their
charre-while ell will be conducted as one harmoni-
ous system, under the constant supervision of the
''' PREPARAToRY DEPARTMENT.
The usual En- gsh studies will be commenced and
prosecuted under the charge Of two experienced la
dies and all pains will be taken to thorough
ness in this fundamental part of education by frequent
reviews and examinations conducted by the President
extra charge. The rudiments of the science may be
acquired, in this way, with manifest advantage, at
very early period 1t is proposed that the more al
ysnced classes of this Department shall take the ni
tistory steps in Learning French Oral instruction,
together with exercises on the black board will here
be principally relied on. A great point will be gain
ed by early familiarity with the proper pronunciation
and the meaning fconmon words and phrases so THAI
French may be learned somewhat as French eaile
into pleasure. by commencing in the proper way,
and nder skifu instructor, that there shall be
nothing uniearH when they come to the more
'''Sh''"' CoL{LEGiATE COLI DEPARTMENT.
The studies of this department contemplate four
wears course aud require in order to entrance upon
them familiarity with English Grammar, Geogra-
ply Arithmetic and the other studies of an 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 style 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 Spanish languages will be taught BY well
qualified instructors. gentleman of eminent at
tainments and successful experience has been ap-
pointed Professor of Mathematics and Physical
Sciences. And, the sum ct $1,000 having been appro-
pated for the purchase of scientific apparatus, it is
believed that the pupil here will enjoy as great IA
cilitesin these branches as in any OF the Colleges OF
she State.
Instruction in History, Moral Philosophy, Mental
Science, Biblical Literature, Rhetoric, Logic, the
Principles of Taste and the Evidences of Christian
lily win be given by combining the of text books,
with familiar lectures, and frequent examinations,
written as well as oral. And the same plan will be
bsia bEPARTMENT 'o0 OF oRNAMENFFAL BRANCHES.
The whole School will be regularly instructed in
the scisnce as well as trained in the practice of vo
eel Music, part of the regular Course and with
out any extra charge. The introduction of Singing
frequent exercise, has fine effect in promoting
cheerfulness good order and health, well as In
forming the vocal organs and cuItivatng the
In Instrumental Music the most thorough and faith
full instruction will be afforded on the Organ, Piano.
Harp and Guitar; and advanced Classes for Solo and
QuaTtette Singing will be formed. .rT.s
Much attention will he paid to the formation of a
pure and correct taste in all the fine arts and to the
attainment of skill in Drawing, Painting. Embroi-
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 of this
Institute opportunity to learn, within its walls, all
that goes to make up the elegance and attractiyeness
of accomplished and intellectual young lady; and,
far as in them lies, nothing has been spared, or
shall be withheld, that may promote this result
(Haf payable in adpance Oct |, 1854; the remainder
March l. 1861
PREPARATORY DEPARTMENT.
English Studies. $50 co
~ W
coLLEGIATE DEPARTMENT.
English and Scientific Studies s............".S50 90
Ancient and Modern Languages, each........ 20 90
ORNAMENTAL DEPARTMENT.
Music-Piano, with use of Instrument. .."...S70 90
Organ or Harp. p......................... 80 0C
Drawing, Painting, Embroidery. &c..... $50 to so 90
BOARDING DEPARTMENT.
Board, tfuel lights, &c. included). 90
a. No extra charges Pupils provide Books and
Stationery at their own expense. In cases of pro
tracted sickness deduction will be made for alb
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,
jy l4-Sm President of the Trustees.
ENGLISH CLASSICAL AND MATH-
lIEMATICAL SCHOOL. by s T. .PENDLETON
on 4th street, between Main and Franklin stree s.-
The subscriber graduated at the V. Institute, Ju
Iy 1913, since Engineered two years, and taught
school four years Intending to remain at the bust
ness for several years, if not permanently, he will
naturally use every exerton to give satisfaction.
Session, from lst Sept to LIST July
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Ordinary English Branches. SS5 and $40
For Higher English Brsnches and Lansua-
ges..~. 10 and Dot
One half payable strictly in advance; one.hslf pay
able lst Feb.