Republican vindicator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1857, 1857-06-27
Examination at The Institution Of the
Deaf and Dumb and the Bird,


The Annual Examination of the pupils at
this Institution took place on Wednesday
last, in presence of the Board of Directors
and others. These examinations are always
interesting and while every one must SYM
pathise with the unfortunates of that Jnsti-
tuition, it is a source Of consolation to them
and their friends that the loneliness of their
situation can be so much alleviated by the
advantages Of a good and thorough educa-
tion--and that the pupils are well taught at
this Institution, is so obvious to those who
attend these Examinations that the remark
Is made by all--shat the scholars acauit
themselves in Il degree far surprising that
of those who are blessed with the possession
Of all their senses. The examination of tho
classes Of mutes on Wednesday, in Afith-
meiie, Geography, Grammar History, &C..
showed proficiency truly astonishing, and
which reileetea great credit upon themselves
and the corps Of able and efficient Teachers
by whom they we're instructed That sys-
tenn Of instruction must be perfect and the
Teachers must bc men who devote all their
energies to the great and good work of i'm
parting knowledge. which exhibits such
proof Of competency and efficiency on their
part, aud such advancement on the part of
tho pupils.
The Blind too. are as well instructed as
the Mutes.-progress as rapidly and an
swer with readiness that astonishes all.
Indeed, it Is wonderful to hear pupil solve
the most difficult .slgebraie problem, by an
operation entirely mental, and give the re-
suit III much less time than could be done
by many who are blessed with sight. This
department. VIC believe, is under the man
agement Of Mr GRAY, an accomplished
scholar, end enc who is rendering valuable
service
The Mpsie class is under the mana 70.
ment Of Mr.. GRAHAM, who is an adept in
his profession, and whose delight it is to
have wali-toncd and well-tuned instru-
ment before him. The elementary branches
IN the Blind Department are also taught b.
Mr.. GRAHAM and Mrs Co1EaAH, and every
one Hho has witnessed the examination Of
Their pupils will bear testimony 10 the abili-
Y aad tlloronghness with which they have
been tanah!. In this connection, it would
he ibYisioas not 10 make honorable mention
of Af. teVttr.. jon Turner, and s. 2.
FlSN, Teachers IN The Deaf Mute Depart
ment, to whose nntiring exertions and aami-
rab}e skill, nlueh is due Cor the progress Ct
the pupils under their care
DR.. iIaRRlLAr is Principal of tie fastita-
ton, and to his fine taste and excellent man
aeement the business of the Institution is
Under admirable order-sueb as every friend
ef the unfortunate and of the State would
most heartily approve.
Tile asties Of Steward sse t,erolved Rpen
wv. WILSON and Lady. i9rg and favera-
by contested with the Institution. and Who
are wellzskiled IN the duties Of the Office
they are called upon to perform
On .ThafsIa tic annual exhibition sesl;
place in presence of an immense crowd of
SPECTATORS, many Of thcm from abroad. -
These exhibitions are designed principally
to slew the proficiency made By the pupils
in tie various branches taught-the award
of medals, distribution of prizes, &C. and
VIC hui speak the common sentiment Of t3iat
large assembly when We say that no pre,i-
Gus exhibition ever gave greater satisfae-
ton. At The aloso the various meaals and
gifts were distributed, AND two addresses
delivered in tie siga language, one by Mr..
Bear, of Rockingham, and the other by
Miss Sappington. of Frederick, both Of
whom have completed their education and
took an aifsetionate leave Of their fellow pu-
pills. After the close of these exercises. an
eloquent and touching address was deliver
ed by Pm. WILLIAMS, ESD of Winchester,
one of the Board of Visitors, which met u
heartlXJesponse from all present,
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