Democrat and sentinel. [volume] (Ebensburg, Pa.) 1853-1866, 1861-01-02
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For THE DEMOCRAT AND SENTINEL.
NJ. Editor.-1 had the pleasure of being
present at an exhibition given by the Students
of SAINT Francis College, Loretto, on Friday
evening, Dec. 21st 1860 The Hall where
the exhibition was held, is 60 feet long by 20
wide, and was filled to overfowing by anx-
ious and admiring spectators Aud besides
being beautifully decorated with evergreens
and wreaths tastelclly constructed. was
illumiDed by the radiant smiles OF number
OF the fair sex. who had assembled TO witness
the exercises. and lend encouragement to the
Efforts Of the Students by their many outbursts
OF approval. Immediately in front of the
stage, which was 2 neat structure, or which
the stars and stripes hung out In bold relief.
was painted the American Eagle, looking as
victorious as the first day he tapped his wings
over the British Lion. The exercises consis-
ted chiefly of comic and tragic plays, origi-
nal aud select essays, and music of Brass
and String bands. The Salutatory was de-
ilyered by G- Il. Miller in a manner which
elected the admiration and applause Of all
present. and caused every one present to feel
''at home" during the evenings entertain
ment Then play. Irish Courtesy By
Masters MGrath aud MADAM ATGfath Is
iug somewhat hoarse on the occasion. this
did not in the least iBiura the sweet Irish &c
cent with which his effort vas accompanied,
and which kept the audience in 4 continual
roar Of laughter. Mr. j. Doyle then deliv-
cred an essay which was we'll received. Next
followed play Many minds In 2 minute.
ny Mr. Miller and others, which was perfor-
med 10 mastery manoer. Mr john She.-
tig then delivered an essay 10 the German
language. Mr. Schettig is one Of Canbria's
sons. Not being very veil posted in the
Germsn, could not determine as to the ner-
ats OF this essay, but have been informed
that 1t was remarkably clever effort Mas
ter trIel native Of Georgia, then entertain
ed the audience with song Have YOU seeu
my sister, in a manner which took down the
house. Master Friel is only eight years of
age, but exhibits more natural Wit than any
boy L have ever seen Of his age He was
called out number of times, aud each tiue
favored the delighted Assem- bage with choice
comic song. Numerous highly interesting
plays were performed, in which each Student
acted his part In manner most satisfactory to
the spectators. and with credit to himself and
the institution. VI BeDnet Murphy deliver
ed an Original Grafton which would have
done credit to older heads His theme 1860
anu the changes IL has producad,' was
suited to the times. Mr. Murphy is a native
| of Kentucky, and will ere long bs ranked
among the numerous gifted orators she has
given to the country Mr John Quincy
Adams delivered the Faledictory. He was
listened TO with marked attention, aud the
pathetic manner n which he delivered his
oration drew tears from the professors and
Students. At intervals the brass and string
bands discoursed most excellent mu-
sic. After number of songs By the stu
dents the audience dispersed, highly gratifed
with the evenings entertainment. Too much
praise cannot be bestowed upon those having
charge of this institution for their labors in
behalf of the students committed to their
charge. St. Francis College is now an in
stitution worthy the patronage of all, and is,
L scarcely need add, secondto none iu Penn
sylvania. The healthy location of the iusti-
tuition, and the zeal and acknowledged ability
Of its professors, should entitle il to the con-
sideration of all who feel an interest in the
cause of education That Prosperity may
crown the efforts of the Brothers Is the sin
ceLe wish of SPECTATOR.