Virginia free press. (Charlestown, Va. [W. Va.]) 1832-1916, 1874-07-25
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7 W. lssNl- VT ANiN 4 it L 4 AtN.
I ENGLISH including Grammar, Compost
/ ton. Literature aud Elocutiou.
/ p Geography and History Ancient and Mod
/ trn.'
| g. Latin
| 4. Greek.
B. French.
g. German.
g. Spanish.
s. Pure Mathematics
O. Natural Science
/ To- Surveying and Civil Engineering.
/ H. Mechanical, Architectural and ree-haud
METHOD OF INSTRUCTION.
The method of instruction, In all instances, will
aiu at thorough mental discipline and intellectu-
al culture, carefully avoiding a system which re-
-ult, ouy IN storing the mind with unexplained
/ rules ard facts.
held 90 the mda'e and close of the session. de-
signed as tests Of each BOYS progress and attain
... .js, the result OF which will be communicated
tD the parent or guardian.
Recon DIS ct dali, standing are kept, and month
Ia reports forwarded 90 parent or guardian.
DISCIPLINE
The Discipline % the school is based upon the
absolute authority of the teacher. and the uuquss-
uorirg respect and obedience of the pupil
Whilst tjs Is Gem1uded of an the constant eff
ort /, made to foster seii-rcspcct and scllgoycrn
uent, atd Co cultivate public sentiment IN the
school on the side oi tight and duty.
Vicious habits and neglect of study will not be
tolerated.
No pupil whose example is believed to be PERM
ci0us will be retained in Jhe school
REMARKS.
The Principal has made teaching the business of
bis litc, and claims qualification Tor his work in
liberal education no the best institution in the
South-the University oi Virginia and an eXpe-
ricuce of nine years in The diigcnt Practice of his
profession M Herbert Thompson becomes the
Assistant for the following session. lie holds
diploma as Associate of Kings College, London,
which ranks drst among the Colleges composing
the University of London, and holds testimonials
from eminent men connected with said College,
among Others one from the late Dr. y. W. Miller.
late President of the ROYAL Society. he was edu-
Gated ia Germany previous TO attending hts col
lrEe couise. and speaks and writes with facility
the German and French languages, THIS atlording
facilities rarely offered Tor Obtaining knowledge
of these languages, now become so important not
only elements oi . liberal education but for bus
BodRDING. -.
Hoardcrs % the number Cf twelve will be re-
received into 'he family Of the Principal They
viii be under his immediate supervision and con-
trol. with his assistance and guidance in their stu
dies and subject 90 such rules and regulations as
viii best contribute % their moral and intellectu-
al culture aud personal comfort.
TER 4IS.
FOR DAY SCHOLARS.
English Branches........ ................S 90
Ancient Languages and Higher Mathematics 80. 90
Modern Languages. 1900
Drawing. with material furnished........... 1900
Engineering. with use OF instruments, for
those making this specialty............... 5000
Contingent Zee for Fuel. &c................. l.50
BeARDISG PrruS.
Tuition in all the departments, Board
Washing, Fuel and $3.50 co
Payment in an cases is required in advance. one
half at the beginning Of the Session, the balance
ON the lst OF Fcbrusry. Foi further information
send for Circular.
Testimonial from Trustees.
CgAELEsTowN. July ls, 1873.
Ia Wa. II. Hajle E.q.:
Sm:-As Trustees OF the Charlest0wn Academy.
we desire % express our entire appreciation of
your management OF the Academy during the past
year, and especially our high appreciation Of vo1r
discipline aud diligence which has resulted in a I
zeal and thosoughuess in your pupils rarely seen /
ia any school
Respectfully yours, DC.
HENEY b. DArENPoRr, Dawn HowELL,
THONAS c. GkEEN, ANDREW llUNrER /
JAS. LAW, HooFF, R0B'r T. BRowX.
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