Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1870-07-07
qualities generally despised by men as incom-

qualities generally despised by men as incom-
patible with true manliness. Christ has said,
blessed are the meek" Are men seeking
their blessings by this channel? To sum up
all in one word, we are taught the reality of
character. Not that woman should become
versed only in the arts of worldly life, but
that she should possess that grace of charac-
ter that is real and depends upon the religion
of Jesus. An assumed grace becomes repug-
flowers that are beautiful in the home circle
and in the walks OF life. The school would
send forth its pupils with minds well trained
women able to think for themselyes-but
above all, it would send forth true Christian
women, with the ability to beautify home as
the home at Bethany was graced by her who
sat at Jesus feet Those who day by day
have led these pupils to the fountain of knowl-
edge have not done so for mere professional
or mercenary motives, but have been actuated
by Christian principles. Their reward Will be
found in the faithfulness of those who have
been under their charge. He trusted that
they would ever be taught of Christ, and at
last be welcomed to the eternal mansions Of
rest The Bishop was assisted in the opening
and closing services by his brethren in the
clergy from abroad who we're in the city for
the purpose of attending the exercises at St.
Catharine's Hall.
The graduating exercises took place yes
terday afternoon, at the Hall, according to the
following programme:
ORDER OF EXERCISES.
/. Music.
2. Oyerture-"MassanieIa a hands, Misses
Lerned and Dixon. Aubcr.
3. Prayer.
"Gipseys Warming Class. Benedict.
8 Composltion-Little Things.
8. observation-disclosures into the World Of Books
Z. Piano Solo--"Homel Sweet HomeV Miss NJ.
Simonds. Ihalberg.
s. imposition Women of History.
8. Comprehensive Battles of Life.
10. Solo and Chorus-From "L'Elisire DlAmore. y
Miss Lerned and Class. Donizetti.
IL. Compositon-The Record of the Rocks.
IL. Comforting VI Diplomas.
ID. Parting Song-Graduating Glass. l. Ensign.
IL. Doxology.
Is. Benediction
We shall not undertake to give q synopsis
of the essays. They were all very fine and
on practical subjects, dealing with matter of
fact and incidents of history. Perhaps we
may be allowed to say that the composition on
"The Record of the Rocks" superior.
As the teachers refused to give the names of
the fair writers we know not whom we are
commencing in making the statement. The
compositions were read by Mr.. Bridge and
.la nd al 9TH both
tlemen are excellent readers, there would
have been an added interest to the occasion
had the writers stood with manuscripts in
hand and themselves uttered the thoughts
which they had put upon paper.
The music, both vocal and instrumental,
showed that that part of the educational couse
at St. Catharnes had been well sustained.
The ceremony of comforting the degrees
upon the graduating class, was performed in
an impressive manner by Bishop Neallcy who
presided during the exercises. The following
young ladies received diplomas
Mary J. Houdlette, Richmond.
Alberta Wolhaupter, Portland.
Susie p. Clement Portland.
Harriet J. Dixon, Damariscotta.
Catharine Murdoch, Portland.
Emma J. Walker, Augusta.
Anna J. Perry, Gardiner.
After these interesting exercises the Bishop
complimented the school and its management
in the highest terms. He did not like board
ing schools; thought them poor places for
pure girls; but he was sure from close in
spection of St. Catharine's, that a young lady
was as safe within its walls as anywhere out
side of the influence of the best OF homes.
The course Of study was equal to the best
schools Of its class in the country. He hoped
that the graduates would do much to help the
school forward in its work
The parents of the graduating class were
generally present, as well as friends of the
school in the city and elsewhere. The Misses
Bridges who have charge of the school, were
congratulated on the success of their labors.
There are now at the school "a boarders and
rs day scholars, with a prospect of an in
crease at the commencement of the fall term
in September, which will necessitate more
room. This the Trustees will provide, and
the school, which is situated in one of the
most beautiful spots in Maine, will be blessed
with continued prosperity.
In the evening there was a brilliant recep-
ton at the Hall, numerously attended.
An exchange says the ship-yard at Kenne-