Western Reserve chronicle. [volume] (Warren, Ohio) 1855-1921, 1870-08-17

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s:sl, L.. n. Roll call; devotional ex
e~reises; minutes Of previous days reaJ
n and approved. Mrs. Smith, 30 minutes
on Methods Of Teaching. Mr.. NorthroI
so minutes on Object Teaching. Mr.
z Hunter spoke very Interestingly OF
Method OF Teaching Spelling.
2P.M. Roll call. Nh. Northrop high
" entertained the Institute on the sub
iset nj Object Teaching, with his i'm
4 ,roved apparatus. he appeared before
The Institute having q tin bucket filled
Win APPLES, potatoes, beets and onions.
Cutting and carving these into various
forms. be proved how easyit isfor every
! teacher to explain the form Of the earth,
andalwHys have at hand cylinders, cones,
cnbes. and other solids and surfaces.
z.soP.n The Institute was favored
with music by the juvenile class now be-
ing taught by Mr.. Brown, Of Dsns's Mu-
steal Institute. Mr.. Eorthrop then de-
lfvered q very ablelecture on "The Bible
in School"
THURSDAY, Aug. lis :SOA.N N. Roll
call; devotional exercises; music; min
utes Of previous day read and approved.
Mr.. Northrop, 80 minutes on Language
and Vocal Culture. Mrs. Smith, so min
utes on First Lessons in Geography.
Pr. n. Roll call. The Institute was
agreeably surprised at the arrival Of Prof.
E. D. Babbftt author Of the celebrated
system OF penmanship Of that name,
who proceeded to present a plain and
easy system, which has many merits.
The question, "Ought lady teachers to
receive the same wages as gentlemen2"
was discussed with much interest, the
weight OF opinion being that they should
for the same labor.
7:SOP II. Music by the Warren Cor
net Band. An excellent essay on the
subject "Our Ignorance Is Teachers, -
was read by Miss R. E. Crockett Mrs.
Smith then lectured on flaws OF Winds
and Rains" to a large audience Of teach
ers and citizens.
1t Is a matter of general remark that
the court room, so easy Of access from all
parts OF the city, so nicely shaded, with
its numerous large doors and windows
affording free passage to every current
Of air in motion, is delightful place for
a summer session Of the Institute. Du-
ring the day it is roomy and pleasant,
and especially inviting at night when
lighted.
FRIDAY, Aug. l2th.-s: 80 A. NJ. The
exercises to-day were quite interesting.
Mr.. Rabbit teaches penmanship. Mrs.
Smith Geography, and Mr.. Northrop
speaks on School Government, and an
swers the numerous questions that now
crowd the budget box" He also gives
US several Interestingly lessons In gymnas-
tics.
2P. N. We nave the pleasure OF hear
ing Mr.. Hinsdale, President Of Hiram
College. His pOrtly form, genial appear
snce, and suggestive remarks awaken
lively snticipations Of a treat tonight
when he is to lecture. Interesting re-
marks are made by Mr.. Hunter, on Or
biography, and how to study and teach
it
The following resolutions were passed
unanimously and with a very hearty re-
spouse:
l. ReSOIUed-That a vote Of thanks be
rendered Mrs. Smith, Mr.. Northrsp and
Mr.. Rabbit for their very entertaining
and instructive lectures, their kindness,
and efficient labors among Us. and that
we, as teachers, VIII hold them in CRATE
full remembrance for the benefit we have
received.
2 Rssohed-That q vote Of thanks be
rendered Mr.. Dana for hiE kindness in
furnishing music for the Institute.
5. BeSoJUed-That We also tender a
vote Of thanks to Mr.. n. S. Pratt for q
cry excellent organ which he procured
especially for our use.
L ResolDed-That q vote Of thanks be
rendered Mrs. GoOdale for the beautiful
bOQuets which have adorned u table,
and to all others who have kindly aided
in making our Institute pleasant
5. ReSoIUed-That we viii, ifpossible, |
be present at the next session OF the In
stitute, and viii faithfully labor to make
that session a success.
6. ReSolUed-That at our next regular
session we viii have one day set apart
for the joint instruction and benefit Of
teachers and school officers, with a view
TO securing a better cooperation, and that
ali officers under school laws, are cOrdi-
ally and earnestly invited to be present
The following resolution was offered
by Mr.. Hunter;
ReSOlUed-That the higher branches,
50 called, should not be taught in the
common schools.
Amer it became evident that there was
disposition TO discuss this resolution,
upon motion, the resolution was tabled
for further consideration at the evening
session.
17:S0P.M. The resolution offered st the
afternoon session by Mr.. Hunter, was
taken from the table and q substitute
offered to the effect that we as teachers
would not encourage the study Of the
branches in our common schools.
Substitute lost, and original resolution
then passed by a very decided majority. I
On motion Of MI. Hurlbut, the thanks
Of the Institute were rendered Mr.. Hun
ter for his labors in its behalf. D
Mr.. Edwin D. Kennedy, Treasurer Of
the institute, madehis reporto { disburs-
ments, which amounted to SSI9,I6. Up
the consideration OF this report by
the Institute, the very satisfactory an
nouneement was made that while no ex-
pense had been spared in preparing for
a successful session, yetwe had not spent
quite half OF our $40 which belonged to
the Institute at the beginning Of the ses-
sion President Hinsdsle then I~ectured
the "Franco-Prussian War" ,
On motion Of Mr.. Northrop, the thanks
Of the Institute and audience were voted
ar. Hiasdale for his "Yery instructive
and timely address"
On motion Of Miss Gilmer, the thanks
OF the Institute were voted Mr.. Mills for :
the able ann in which he had pre-
and a hearty God-speed in his
chosen life labor.
The Institute was then declared by the
President to be adjourned, subject to. the
call Of the Executive Committee.
JAMES P. Mills,
President.
JOIN h. ETALE, Secretary,
MISS LUCY LANE, Assistant
Ohio r. & ]. School for GIrls-Lstter
from the Marion,