The Morristown gazette. [volume] (Morristown, Tenn.) 1867-1920, 1878-06-19
CONFINEMENT AT BRANNER
3 INSTITUTE.
NOISY GREER, June IA, 1878


To the Editor Of the AOrristown Gazette:
We had the pleasure last Tuesday eve
ming Of attending, the Second Annual
Commencement of Branner Female In
stitute. As everybody was anxious to
secure seats, they began to gather early,
and before the hour had arrived for the
opening of the exercises, the hall was
filled to OVERLOOKING.
At the appointed time, the young la
dies came filing through the door to the
sweet music of the piano, and proceeded
to occupy seats in semi-circle on the
stage. The scene was a brilliant one,
and presented on the stage a beautiful
tableau. Indeed, :he clamps shOne
bright DER fair women" They were
dressed in snowy white, with an occa-
sional one in deep black, betokening the
loss of loved ones.
The large stage was tastefully deco.
rated with evergreens and flowers, and
the walls were almost covered with
beautiful landscapes and portraits.
These paintings were executed by the
students of the Institute, and as speci-
mems of art reflect great credit upon
their authors.
The exercises were opened with
prayer by Doctor Rowley, of Albany,
Indiana, after which the programme
was proceeded with, consisting of in
strumental qusrtettes, DUETS and solos,
essays, recitations, etc. All of which
were rendered to the satisfaction and
delight of all present and exhibited
that thorough training, and discipline,
that can only accomplish such happy re
results.
It is needless to say that the music
was both beautiful and grand and We
make special mention of the pieces rem
dered by Misses Love Branner and Dora
Darling. Their singing was worthy of
Prima Donna, and received loud ap-
plause from the crowded hall.
The essays by Misses Jennie Wallace,
Nellie Binkley and Dora Darling, were
excellent in composition, and gracefully
rendered.
REGULATIONS by Misses TIA Hubbard,
Jessie Gilmer, Lilly Murphy, and 9TH
ers, were worthy of special mention.
The recitation: '' Throwing Kisses" by
little Nalie Hayworth, of five summers,
and baby of the Institute, was remarka-
bly, well rendered for her age, and gave
unmistakable evidences of the careful
training given her by Mrs. Branner, who
has her under her special charge.
| A noticeable feature Of the occasion
was the easy and graceful demeanor of
the young ladies throughout the exer-
cises. They seemed to be perfectly free
| from the awkwardness and embarrass-
ment that so frequently accompanies
such exhibitions, and were as much at
home as if they had been in their own
parlors entertaining friends. It showed
that IN important branch Of their edu-
cation had not been neglected, as is too
frequently the case that is, the Guilt
Walton of social ethics or etiquette. 1t
renders their manners free and easy, and
is Just as essential to their success in
life as a knowledge of the rules and ak
IONS, laid down in their ordinary text
DOCKS Inc one QudilH6S tncu A0I UuSl-
ness life-the other for social life. The
accomplished lady must possess both in
order to have her education complete.
After the programme had been gone
through with, prizes were awarded to
the following persons Miss Love Bran
ner, a silver cup, for best composition
Misses TIA Hubbard, Jessie Gilmer and
Lilly Murphy also received prizes in the
preparatory department.
After the presentation of prizes, Doc
tor RowIey came upon the stage, and in
brief address, congratulated the Fac
ulty and young ladies upon the success
full close of their second annual COM
mencement, and bespoke for them a
bright and prosperous future. At the
conclusion of his remarks the audience
was dismissed and we went away feel
ing highly pleased, entertained and re-
freshed. 1t was, indeed, an intellectual
feast and we feel proud that such an
Institution exists in our midst. We
trust that it will continue to flourish
like green bay tree, and receive the
success it so richly deserves.
Yours truly, SPECTATOR.