Lewisburg chronicle. [volume] (Lewisburg, Pa.) 1850-1859, 1855-02-23
Friendly Testimonials.

ent parties, ID various sections OF the Com.
nonwealth, few CT the complimentary
notices called forth by the selection Of the
Corresponding Editor of this paper to fill a
chair in the new State Administration
"The Editor of the Penn'a School Journal,
while on visit 10 Harrisburg las, week made
the acquaintance of the Superintendent, and
Deputy 81 Teriniendeni Of Common Schools, and
late number Of his valuable journal speaks
in terms highly complimentary Of both officers.
lie expresses the opinion that the System is in
good hands, aud that he will be able 10 chron-
icle much progress during the coming three
years. The Journal says, Col. CURTIN was
fJr many years an active and effective Director
Of Common Schools in Bel!eionte, where he
resided. In that capacity, it was our fortune
20 pond with him, and 10 learn his devo-
;!un ;c the school interest. Maj. HIcKoK seems
10 be clear minded, energetic, and devoted 10
The work before him. Good service 20 the good
cause MAJ be expected from im."-Hurris6 g
Herald.
The Scncol Department, is placed in the
hand, cf HENRY G. HIcKoK, Of Union county,
VII has been chosen Deputy Superintendent.
Our acquaintance with this gentleman is but
+9Il
rrcssi0n upon US. He is lawyer, and editor
Of an Independent Journal, trom which how
ever he nas partially retired. We think the
interests of This important Department have
been placed IN competent and safe hands
Hasfi:. gigr Commonwealth.
Nj Ii ckok is finished scholar. and per-
feet gentleman ,and 10 doubt will make a good
and popular otticer.-Sefrsgrovs Demokrat.
We have known Mr.. HicKcK for number
Of years, and always found him gentleman
in every sense Of the word. He brings 10 the
o.iice strong mind and willing heart, with
ample ability 10 manage the affairs Of his
oilice in a manner which will be profitable
10 the cause Of education, and credi,able 10
the Administration. HIS antcceden,s have
heretufure been Democratic, characterized by a
spirit Of independence, and always possessed
;n1riness 20 award a political opponent his
Just -.MNintoun Sentind
Henry c. Hickok Esq, 4 Democratic lawyer
Of Lewisburg, and heretofore the editor OF the
Chronicle, has been appointed Deputy State
Superintendent Of Common Schools, by Gov.
Pollock. He has the talent 10 make useful
officer, and the Governor either could not find
better Wing for the place, or Mr.H. has "seen
Sam'-peghaps -BioOmsburg Star.
The selection is good one. MrHieKoK is
a gentleman of sound discretion land Zealously
devoted 10 the great educational interests OF
our Commonwealth. He viii doubtless do all
ihai can be done by that department in promo
t,ng the prosperity of our Common Schools.
THIS interest Is an important one, and We are
glad il Is consigned 10 willing and experienced
hands Warren Nail.
II e. Hiclsok, Esq, formerly Of this county
has been appointed by Gov. Pollock, Deputy
Superintendent! of Common Schools of Penn'a.
4 better selection could not have been made.
Nr.H. is an ardent friend Of Common Schools,
and his well-stored mind will enable him Ia
discharge the duties Of the Office with great
Advantage 10 the State and credit 10 himself
Persons having anv business at the School
Department will find him an amable and obi
gIng otficer.-Perry Co. Dem. Adr.
Gov. Pollock has announced his Appoint
raents. These are al well and
faroratly known throughout the Common we III.
They all formerly acted with the Wing party,
except Mr.IIIcKoK, who for many years was a
prominent man in the Democratic ranks, bui,
Ike thousands Of others, identified himself
with The American land labored yea
iuusvfor the election Of fPoloch-EI!Dn |Fhig
Friend HICKoK, of the School Department
0.-i4.S Va iiic ttLti Vi iHc iOop
school districts Of the State. Certainly the
berth is not bed Of roses. Blu, if tact and
industry are available il surmoun,ing the diff.
.icuitieS Of The situation, H.C. Hickok will get
over them with colors fvng. His patience
and vigilance have been nur,ured IN the bes,
possible school for the rearing Of those viz
,ues--'he editoria! department OF newspap-
er.-San6ury Gazette.
We know Mr. Hickok personally, and regard
him as most excellent and competent officer.
The Department will be puIc,ually attended
to.-C0ium5ia Democrat.
There were also equally fattering ed
itorials, in the Peur'a Telegraph, Suubu-
ry american, Philada. Sun, Daily Ne,es,
and other cotemporaries far and near,
which have escaped our scissors. The FORE
going, however, certainly create as many
drafts for talents, integrity, and ability, as
any modest man would dare to accept, or
endorse,-In his absence, NC his cocater-
ers would express our sincere thanks for
the many warm and friendly expressions
the even, has elected from not only breth-
rcn, but also from foemen Of "the quill -
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