The Rutland daily globe. [volume] (Rutland, Vt.) 1873-1877, 1876-07-19


Scientific education calls into exercise the
receptive and r, f],ctivc powers. The stu
dent DOES not get interested enough in the
college course To stimulate him to the pur-
suit of scieniic studies as disciplinary.
Classics have b en- greatly overestimated.
The speaker argued az come length against
mathematics as II developing process. Lit
erature ditclOses the human spirit, its forces
and inspiration. Literature addresses IT.
self to our humanity and have place in
the curriculum for that study. Man
owes much 10 the impassantd books he
has read, and much to liberal culture.
Its chief value is the development and en-
largement of the soul. Culture is not re-
ligiOn, but perfect culture inc les religion.
Culture slso has its commercial value.
The speaker made an earnest plea for the
education vi the emo,iOna and the poetical
sensbilities of mans nature. 1t Is to liter
ature that we must look for the best culture
and discipline for the practical duties of
lite. Are we not forgetting that private
virtue is the foundation of the social fab
brio, lest men cell their manhood for
power and place.
In conclusion the orator discoursed upon
national virtue. The culture most needed
is that which shall bring out the love of
man al God, rather than pelf and power.
AT the close the speaker repeated portion
of Whittier's beautiful hymn.
The Grafton was listened to with atten-
tion throughout, although nearly two hours
in delivery, while all did not agree with
him in his estimate of classical and math-
ematical studies as a disciplinary process,
yet, it as whole was well received.
THE POEM.
After music, Philip Battell delivered
poem, it being the semi-centennial of his
graduation. We we're unable to Judge of
its merit because it was scarcely audible to
majority of the audience. Those who
were able to hear it pronounced it we'll
conceived and meritorious production.
HONORARY MEMBERS.
In accordance with custom, the orator
nominated as an honorary member of the
alumni, Hon. Horace Fairbanks of st.
Johnsbury, which was greeted with ap-
plause, and unanimously confirmed.
The poet nominated as honorary men,
Der Arthur Bot of Albany, N. Y, which
was confirmed.
This concluded the exercises at the
church.
The procession was reformed and
marched to the Addison house where the
alumni dinner was served.
ALUMNI DINNER.
The alumni dinner was served in mine
host Schofeld's best style, and in great
variety, and courteously served by atten-
tive walters. The divine blessing was in
voked by Rev. Mr.. Anthony, of Peabody,
Mass.
After the cloth was removed Rev. E. p.
Hoo ker made brief address, and called
up ibt following named gentlemen, who
responded in brief after-dinner speeches
Hon. JG .es Barrett, of Woodstock Rev.
John W. Chlckering, d. D., of Washing
ton; Phillip Battell, Esq, Rev. Harvey d.
Kitchell, u. d., Rev. George N. Board
man, D. D., of Chicago Rev. S. w. Ma
gill, D D., of Cornwall; Henry Clark, of
Rutland; Rev. J. w. Guernsey, of Wood
stock; Rev. J. F. Montgomery, of
Turkey. President Hubert closed the
speaking with a pleasant address, saying
that to-dny had been given up to remin-
iscences Of the past. Tomorrow would
pertain to the future of the college,
Rev. Aldace Walker, d. D., of Waling-
ford, returned thanks, and the assembly
dismissed.
We are compelled 10 postpone an alb
stract of the several speeches until our mex.
issue.
The Midd,etuTy cornet band diecoursed
most excellent music on the march, at the
church, and during the dinner. This band
presents flne appearance in their new and
snowy uniform and bids fair TO be among
the best musical orgabiz atoms in the state,
as it is now the best in southern Vermont
PARKERIAN PRIZE SPEAKING.
The annual competition for the Parker
ian prizes took place at the congregational
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audience, Notwithstanding the intensity of
the weather. The following is the
PROGRAMME.
Music.
10.
New England out IN the cold Anonymous.
K. r. Brainerd, st. Adams.
2.-Extract from a Speech Before the Peace
League az Paris. .......... .Pere liyaclnthe.
william Dawson. Putney.
Music
' II, ". Huihcrt, Mlddiiabury. '0H'
4.-The Declaration OF Independence,
Carl Schurz.
Henry Wade, Waterbury,
Music,
IS
5-Danger OF the Spirit of Conquest. .Corwin.
j, W. Atwood, Salisbury.
6.--The Old South Church. Wendell Phillips.
William j. Fish, Hampton, N. Y.
Music.
Elizabeth Stuart Phelps.
ID. p. Hardy, Auburn, NY.
S,-The Battle OF Lookout Mountain,
G.. II. Boxer
NJ. B. Manley, Factory Point.
Music.
Award OF Prizes.
We are not apprzed of the report of the
committee on prizes.
COMMENCEMENT CONCERT.
The annual commencement concert by
the the Temple quartette and the Germania
band of Boston, Carl Eichler conductor,
takes place this evening 1t will be a rich
musical treat well worth trip to Middle
bury to hear.
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A Card.
Mr. Edward Little and family desire to
return thanks to their friends in Fairhaven
who 20 kindly assisted in the last sad
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