The weekly Ottumwa courier. [volume] (Ottumwa, Iowa) 1857-1872, 1865-08-17
I I'VE JESUS.
ACADEMY OF THE VISITATION
OTTUMwA, IOWA,

ON Tuesday, the 25th October, 1894 the Sisters Of
"eVistation opened an Academy for the instruction
Of young ladies' in all the branches of n thorough
English and Classical education, including instruc
| ton in German, French, and Latin, Crayon and
Penc Drawing, Painting In Oil md Water Colors,
with lessons IN Vocal Music and on the Piano. Harp,
and Guitar, also in all kinds of Needle work.
lhe site of ottumwa is pleaeant. and healthy, be-
ing situated the beautiful Des Moines. For gran
deur and sublimty .he scenery Of the surrounding
country Is surpassed by few places 10 this or any
neighborin g State. The communication by railroad
renders the Academy easy Of access at all seasons of
the year. 81" hr,F FHar-N,. -'..-. .-.
Ca Although but recently established In this place,
yet other institutions of the order have existed and
ourished through out the length and breadth Of the
land since 1899, when the first Academy of the ST.
taton opened at Georgetown, 90, since which
time they have enjoyed reputation exceeded by
none in the country.
The Sisters of the Visitation although protesting
the Catholic faith will all times respect the rsli-
gious belief of ther pups-no discussion upon these
matter being permitted. Special attention will bs
given to the morals and manners as well as the
The scholastic year is divided into four terms Of
| eleven weeks each-commencing LIST September and
closing the 18th july During the year there will he
four examinations. semi annual report 10 trans
mitted to the parents Of each young lady giving M
account Of her proficiency In her studies.
At the end Of each month the pupils will be as
senlbled in the presence OF their teachers, and
report made of their progress in their studies,
and attention to the rules Of the school, To excite
them to emulation all who have distinguished them
selves in their respective classes as we'll as by
emplary conduct will be awarded by the Superior.
to the improvement OF the young ladies, a Musical
Society is formed, composed of those who learn
Music, either vocal or Instrumental. Al the end Of
each quarter this society win give Concert, the la
dies of the institution being and to which pa
rents ofPupils are invited ...s .....--.. ....
To contribute to the exact Observance Of rules ana
polite and anna BILE department., the young ladies
are divided into two circles. A Grown and Gold
Medal is awarded to the first in the senior circle
Crown to the first in the junior circle.
Letters written or received by the young ladies
are examined by the Superior previous to delivery.
TERMS.
For board and tuition in the common and higher
English branches, per annum.. .-.4i6u,0 90
...-. fer Quafter.... ................. ~ ,W
For washing, per Iuat ter 800
For bed and bedding, per quarter ........... 3,s0
DAY SCHOLARS
For instruction the Piano with use of instrs-
na %yns with use Of instrument, a asSS
Guitar, - - ..............l IL 10
Vocal lessons. in class ............ :. 80 -. 1910
frNats iessou5 -. ........... $500. 1910
For lessons in n ench and German, by native
Instruction in Oil Painting, per TERM. -. 400
- Water Colors, F" 80. 500. 100
-" Crayon and Pencil Drawing -. $40
Tuition in the lst aud Fad classes quarter 1910
. . gu oIoo
~ ahdoth ............ eoO
Boarders are required to bring with them the Or
binary uniturs consis OF knife and fork,
(slver fork preferreG) silver spoon, tumblsr, four
table napkins six towels two dark colorsd dressing
gowns, and the usual articles Necessary for the
toilette. ....
In addition to the above the Sister. Of y Vista.
ton teach the parish school for the benefit OF those
who may not attend the Academy.
TERMS IN THIS DEPARTMENT
For the older aud more advanced pupils per
rerms Tor the above charges in variably in aivanss.
No dcductlCn made except III case Of serious ill
ness. Physicians fees paid by the parents.
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