Belmont chronicle. [volume] (St. Clairsville, Ohio) 1855-1973, 1875-08-26

tinuation of Mathematical Geography, by
Prof. Burns; and by means of apparatus clear
| iy demonstrated the principles to be applied
in teaching this branch. Lecture on Primary
Teaching, by Mrs Case. Before commencing
the lecture she referred to the matter of sub
scriptions for Monthlies. She began the sub
ject of Phonics. and instructing how to teach
the system.
Afternoon-Lecture on English Grammar, by
Prof. Burns-very instructive. Following this
lecture examination and answering of queries.
Lecture by Mrs. Case, on Phonic Method, il
lustrating by means of a blackboard lesson,
the different sounds of letters and their COM
binations. Lecture by Prof. Burns, on En-
glish Grammar, which completed his course
of instruction in this branch. Following this
lecture, business of the Institute. Nomina-
ton of officers suggested as one matter. Mo-
ton that three ladies be appointed to write
Resolutions. President appointed them, as
follows: Miss Mary B. Gorby, Bellaire Miss
Mary B. Gif1n, Bridgeport; Miss Libbie New
land, Bridgeport.
Evening Session-The opening exerces took
place in Welday's Hall, where one of the lar
gest audiences that ever assembled within-the
walls of that building, came together to wit
ness the exercises. Every seat was occupied
many were compelled to stand, and some to
leave the building. After singing, Prof.
Marsh attempted to recite a piece, The Vag-
aDond, and although there was perfect natu-
ralness in the style of recitation, on account of
the lily ventilated room, and interruption, felt
only partially satisfied with his success. 9th
er recitations, The Topper a very laughable
style of composition; 'Barnardo Del Carpio,'
Mr.. Socrates Snooks, were then given; Song,
The Flower of Kildare by Eva Rice, Mr..
G. Baker, Mary Clayland and Prof. Burns
very beautiful in sentiment, and sung with
effect. Another recitation, The Ghost, won
praise. Duett, by Mrs. Mary Branum and
Prof Burns. Recitation, The Spanking Ma
chine, was amusing and loudly applauded.
Song, by Prof. Burns; subject Rocked in
the Cradle of the Deep showing fine vocal
culture. Remarks by Prof. Marsh, and con-
Guiding with recitation-'Brother Watkins
Farewell Sermon, which was loudly applaud
ed. All things considered, We had profta-
BILE meeting.
Friday mornihg-Whole number of Teach
ers enrolled, 162 Association opened with
devotional exercises by Rev. Alexander
Singing. Roll call and reading the min
utes for Thursday. Business of the Associa-
ton, reading of the names of Committee on
nominations:
A B. c. Mcfarland, Bellaire.
Miss Mary Clayland, Bridgeport
Miss Mary Eagleson, Martins Ferry.
Miss Rebecca Billingsley, St. Clairsville.
Miss Ella Whitacre, Somerton.
Miss Jennie McCrum, Morristown.
Lecture on Reading by Prof. Marsh-con-
cluding this lecture (Which completed his
course for the session., with full and lucid
explanation of the subject of Elocution, its
uses and abuses. Lecture on Geography, by
Prof. Burns. Lecture on Phonics, by Mrs
Case, given in an instructive and appreciative
manner.
Afternoon Session-C Committee on nomina-
tions report, list accepted, committee dischar-
ged, election of officers ensued:
President-Prof. j. NJ. Yarnell, of Barnes
ville -
Vice Presidents-Prof. Pratt, Bridgeport;
Prof. Shreve, Martins Ferry; Prof. Taylor,
Bridgeport.
Secretary-D. W. Shields, Bellaire.
Treasurer-Prof. ]. j. Burns, St. Clairsville
Executive Committee-Miss Mary W.
ger, st. Clairsville; Prof. ]. J. Burns, do;
Pro. ]. n. Taylor, Bridgeport; A. P. White,
Bellaire.
Committee on Resolutions report
WHEREAS, The Teachers of the Belmont
Co. Institute have been Hospitality entertained
by the citizens of st. Clairsville, and received
much valuable instruction from Prof. Marsh,
of Mt. Vernon, and Supt't Burns, of st. Clairs-
vile, and Mrs. Case, Columbus. Therefore,
Resoloed, That we tender our sincere thanks
to the citizehs Of st. Clairsville, for the unu
sual interest which they have manifested, and
for the very kind and pleasant manner they
have entertained us; and to Prof. Marsh, not
only for instruction in Elocution, but for many
valuable lessons in moral training; to Sup't
Burns, for the presentation of broad and eX-
panded views in the study of Language and
Geography; to Mrs. Case, for very interesting
and Practical lessons in Primary Instruction,
and to those persons who SO kindly furnished
music during the Institute.
Motion that the next meeting be held in
Bridgeport. Reading of request, respect
fully asking that the next meeting be held in
Bridgeport, signed by VIII. Morton, Wheeling;
John N. Taylor, Bridgeport; Miss Mary Clay
land, do; Miss L. L. Jones, do; Miss Lena
Adolph, do; Miss Ella F. Curtis, do; Miss
Libbia E. Newlin, do
Motion prevailed that the next meeting be
held there
Motion that the Institute be adjourned to
meet third week in August, 1876.
Exercises closed by singing Long Metre
Doxology, and adjourned to meet in Bridge
port, third week in August, 1876. g.
LIZZIE NEIswANGER, Sec'y.