Cleveland morning leader. [volume] (Cleveland [Ohio]) 1854-1865, 1862-01-16

CIrraIand Inaissala.

Of education but on the contrary, hel
enterprise In this behalf is surpassed by nc
other city in the country. Her institutions
Of learning are numerous, and are conduct
ed by the highest order Of talsnt, and upon
principles which time and experience have
shown TO be the safest and most valuable in
diaOiplining and guiding the youth commit
ted 70 their care, and producing in the mOSt
expeditions and permanent manntr the OBJ
jects for which they are established. Not
the least, If not the greatest, among these,
is the Cleveland Institute, Of which Mr.. R.
F. HumistOn, A. NJ; gentleman of ripe
scholarship, is the Principal. This Insi-
tute is situated on University Heights, about
one mile and a quarter from the Public
Square of Cleveland, and for beauty, health
fulness and freedom from all irritating and
disturbing causes incident 10 cities, no
more desirable and advantageous location
could be asked or had. From its position il
commands magnificent view Of the sur
rounding country for many miles, which in
picturesque richness and variety, is almost
unequalled. The peculiar and admirable
management of this school first engages
the attention, and presents most commend
able feature. 1t is mainly Of a military
character, Of course 90 modified as not to be
oppressive or harsh, but yet sufficiently ri
gorous to insure that degree of discipline
which is necessary 10 secure order in
school of this character, by exscting Obedi-
encs, application TO duty, and ready and
unqualified submission 10 the rules, to which
all areimpartially restricted; The whole
sOme.efeets of this characteristics are readi-
ly apparent, to those familiar with the his
tory of the Institute, in the rapid progress
made by the pupils, and their general mo-
raIs. The moral culture and general habits
Of the students are carefully guarded, and
such precepts sought to be inculoatod as
ahall secure proper regard for duty and
respect for moral obligations. TO this end
daily morning and evening devotions are
held, in which all are required to partici-
pate.
The studies pursued in the Institute are
such as to prepare the stutent for admission
to the best colleges, or for active business
life; and afford to young ladies all the sd-
vantages for mental discipline and culture
common 10 the best. female seminalies.-
Each department of study has its response
bic head in teacher of experience, ability
and reputation, while the whole is under
the careful supervision of the Principal,
who spares no effort to give unity to the
whole system. The number of teachers
vsry from six to ten, and only the best tai
ent is employed.
Attached to the Institute, for the use Of
students in the natural sciences, is an ex-
tensive chemical and philosophical labora-
tory, which is constantly being increased
and rendered more efficient. The appara-
tus is .Of the best class, and the students
have free access TO it for experimenting, un-
der the supervision of the Principal, each
day.
The Cabinet Of Natural History, already
extensive, is being steadily enlarged by the
contributions Of the Professor of Tsxidermy
and the students. It now numbers some
three hunered varieties Of home and foreign
birds, and numerous specimens Of fishes,
quadrupeds, insects, &c. These have bean
prepared with great care, and the excellant
preservation of their natural appearance iB
an evidence of the skill of the teacher of
this branch. Taxidermy, which is beau
tiful and valuable art, Is made an element
in the education Of the students, and in
structiOn in it is given to those who desire
to avail themselves of it without extra
charge.
Another important and advantageous fea-
ture, and and one which should be more
generally attended to in the schools of this
country, is instruction in military tactics.
An accomplished military gentleman, late
an officer in the United States Army, has
charge of this department. One hour each
day-from 8 to o'clock in theafternoon-is
devoted to drill. The proprietY and utility
of this will be readily admitted. The ad-
vanLages claimed for it are, habits of prompt
ness; exactness and unsnimity of actiOn
subOrdinatiOn and implicit obedience to
command; ereetness and grace of carriage J
regard for neatness and cleanliness of per-
son, and gentlsmanly and respectful be-
hayiOr. And it certainly oOEduees to these
in an eminent degree, besides being an eE
cellent means Of physical culture.
| A very fine gymnasium is attached to the
Institute, and regular and systematic train
ing is required of all the students.
In addition to the labors of the Faculty,
a course of lectures is given each term by
eminent scientific and literary gentlemen,
which are free to the students. In this con-
nectiOn we feel called upon to speak of 3
series of lectures on Physiology delivered
the present term ct the Institute by Mrs. B.
G. Wheeler. They we're marked by great
excellence, not less for the clearness and
perbpicuity with which abe handled the
subject, than for the wide range taken
They were largely attended by the citizens
Of Cleveland and vicinity, and most iattsr-
ingly received by all.
In conclusion, We take pleasure in recon-
mending Cleveland Institute as one Of the
most complete and worthy institutions, in
which to prepare for the higher order of
colleges, that We know Of, and it is probably
not surpassed in the country.
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