The Newberry herald. [volume] (Newberry, S.C.) 1865-1884, 1873-07-16
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Nix. En!rol: It has l".rn ny 'I'a>r, :"
,c. an a,c ,;vnAi cory oI yonr paper, and
brin. lavorably impressed with is genera!
tone, and tie marked interest you manifest
,! in the educational! welfare Of our country,
and most especially Of the youth of New
berry, have ,hought, that perhaps ie"
items in reference to the recent commence
ment Of the Furman University might be
appreciated.
Furman University is located in the
beautiful city of the mountains" which
cannot be surpassed for health, refinement
of her c!tizens, anG general moral in-
tluence. Dnring the last session l63 stu
dents were enrolled in the Collegiate and
Preparatory departments; and Of that num-
Der not single one drank, and very few
ever used protaue language. The Uni
versity is conducted OH the clectic system.
The student is allowed to pursue whatever
course OF study he chooses. The standard
for graduation is very high, perhaps higher
than epy institution in the State. The
examinations are very rigid.
The students that receive hono-s may
we'll be proud Of their distinction, for no
honor is conferred, unless the student has
undergone the most searching test, as 10
his proficiency i'll his branch Of study. 1t
is no uncommon Thing for Young men of
considerable merit to tail; though any
young man with fair capacity can pass the
examinations, if lie applies himself very
closely al through the session.
Gen. D. II. Hill, OF y. c., delivered the
commencement address. 1t was very prac.
tical; aud clearly cvinccd the Generals
wonderful power Us l writer and iorcible
thinker. His advice 10 !Oung men and
ladies WAS very salutary. Though his ad-
dress was somewhat political, still it was
well received by all parties.
The Commencement Exercises proper,
took place on Thursday, June l9Ih. Ger.
tilicates Of honor were conferred on several
Young men, among whom were, MeSSrS. J.
bucket, of the Senior Class. and J. X. p.
Gogsans, CT the Intermediate, Of Newbcrry
County.
After the comforting OF certificates Of
distinction, the following graduates deliver
ed addresses: parties and Party Spirit,
G. McC. Williams; "John Calhoun" H. T.
Cook "A Right of Law" c. P. Erwin
THIS was very logical speech for young
man in his "tecns." He showed very co.,
cluSively that it was the right Of the law to
prevent the sale and manufacture of ardent
spirits, and secondly that it was its duty to
do so. He was followed by Mr.. Knott, on
the subject, Means o. Mental Improve
ment Neglected." and then Mr. f. c. Dar-
gan made d splendid and concise address
on the Political Economy Of the Pulpit" "
Mr.. John Duckett was then introduced,
and delivered an eloquent address on the
"Charactcr Of Oliver Cromwell" The
audience looked for this address with a
great deal of interest. Mr.. D. had made
several public speeches during the session,
and had made a very happy impression
by his oratorcal ability. He had deliver
ed the Anniversary Grafton Of the Adel-
phian society, and mad been highly COM
p!imented, both by lis apdience and the
Grecnvife press. He by no means dis
appointed the expectations Of the people,
but surprised great many who had never
heard him on former occasions. Newberry
may well be proud of her son. 1t is said
that he has undergone hard struggles to
educate himself, but he is reaping q rich
reward for his efforts. Though lie did not
stand quite as high in his class as some
others, yet he was regarded rs the most
promising young man in the University, on
account Of his talents and iadom!table
energy.
The University is clased until September,
when it is expected that at least two 40
ditonal professors will be added to the
faculty. Board has been reduced to $3.50
per month in private families. 1t is 10 be
hoped thai asaFes Of young men will
matriculate nt the opening Of the R24'
session. The Greenville people will gladly
welcome all that come among them.
GREENEILLAlN.