Lexington weekly intelligencer. (Lexington, Mo.) 1871-1887, 1884-06-21
CENTRAL FEMALE COLLEGE.

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CENTRAL FEMALE COLLEGE.
The closing exercises of this popular insti-
tuition began the first week in this month |
with the public examinations in the various |
departments. They were very interesting |
and the proficiency acquired by the young |
ladies was an indication of the zeal which |
year. The evidences Of earnest and persist |
ent labor and application were discovered |
abundant aud convincing, whether sought in |
the departments of art, the realm of mathe |
matics or amid the intricacies of science and |
philosophy, or the entanglements of the |
classics. The art gallery, where the work Of |
the class in drawing and painting adorned |
the walls from ceiling to floor, attracted an
unusual number of visitors, both from the |
city and from abroad; and all were delighted |
with the magnificent display. Much of this
work is deserving of special mention. but
limited space will not permit. We cannot
forbesr, however, to notice the crayon por-
trait Of Mr.. w. A. Carter, drawn from life by
his gifted daughter Miss Carrie Carter. 1t is
a production of skill and careful labor of
which she may be justly proud. Another
contribution by Miss Annie Mckinley was a
work OF much merit. II was a crayon por-
trait Of her charming sister Miss Lucy Nc
hinley, and was declared a perfect likeness,
| superior in tone and finish. A landscape in oil
| was pronounced by critics to be worthy of the
| brush Of a master. Colors blended into such
HARMONIOUS relations rs to light and shadow
| As to make picture of richness and splendor.
On Friday, June 9th, an entertainment was
given in the college chapel by the primary
department. more extensive notice of which
will be found in another column. The COM
mencement sermon was preached on Sunday
morning, June sth, by Rev. w. B. Palmore,
of Jefferson City. An eloquent discourse on
the history and progress of the Church of
Christ, snd more especially of the Methodist
branch, abounding in historic facts and Civ
ing splendid exhibit of the work accom-
plished by the church founded by the Wes-
leys, and which has done so much to Chris
tianize the world, and bring it under subjec
tion to the will of the King of Kings. He in
dlcated that this church, which, under the
blessing of God had grown so rich and pow
erful, was taking the lead in religious educa-
ton to the end that enlightened messengers
might be sent out to convince the world of
the truths of the gospel, and that she would
not cease her labors until every knee shall
bow and every tongue confess that Jesus is
the Christ, the son of the living God. At
night he delivered a sermon before the young
ladies' Missionary Society OF the college.
taking for his theme, emissions and the Rea-
tion Of Woman Thereto" 1t was an earnest
appeal IN behalf of CHRISTIAN female education
that women may be prepared to go into the
lands of the heather with educated mind and
heart, and convert the benighted people to a
belief IN that God and that religion which
has so elevated her condition in our land and
country. At the conclusion he made propo-
sition to the young ladies looking to the estab
lishment of permanent library for the college
He proposed to raise one dollar for every one
. they might collect during the year for tha
purpose, and offered ten prizes to the pupil
who shall gather the largest amounts. Th'
writer does not desire that the good brothe
who has so generously aided Central Femal
college shall be overburdened, but does wis
that the pupils may be so successful IN thi
great enterprise that he may be just littl
pressed in carrying out his part of the propo
sition.
The music both morning and evening wa
very excellent. Mrs. VIM. Hicks presided 8
the organ and the singing was led by Mis-
Stiff and vocal class, assisted by Messr:
It GratIam aud Fegart, bsssos, and Messr!
Chiles and Conner, tenors.
THE ANNUAL CONCERT
!. on Monday evening, June 9th, at Hagen
Opera House was opened with prayer by til
Il Rev. w. B. Palmore, followed by the pro
gramme, the numbers of which we can onl
briefly notice.
William Telp'-Rossni Misse
+. Prather, S. Searcy, NJ. Green and Matti
Green. These young ladies rendered th
overture with faultless precision. The
tempo was perfect and expression withou
defect and blameless.
The vocal trlo-"Night Fall and Darkness
I-Gordigiani. Misses 8. Searcy, S. Prathe
and N. Young, was sung in most exceller
taste, fine intonation and clearness. Tn
cultivated voices of these young ladies blend
ed harmOniously throughout the measures
this pleasing trio.
Piano solo o-'Capricco," op. 5-Mende
sshon. Miss Edna L. Saufley. Intelligent
interpreted and brilliantly executed by til
young and very graceful performer. He
velocity was extraordinary, and her conceI
ton OF this music far beyond reasonable ex
pectation from one of her youth and practice
The 'Fireman's Prayer" was admirably re
cited by Miss Mollle Colbern. Her fir
stage presence and musical voice emin entl
qualify her for this peculiar work.
Vocal solo-"Non so Perche"-T Matti
Miss Nettie Young. Sung most beautiful
by captivating young vocalist. Her yoic
as mezzo soprano tending to contralto,
rich and deep in quality, superior tone an
z, strong in volume.
Concerto-'Tarrantella, op. So Helle
Misses F. Prather and NJ. Green. Throug
out musical triumph, the phrasing w
mastery, and the tempo so marvelously a,
curate that it seemed incredible that two pc
sons were playing. Those who are acquair
ell with the teclnicaities and difficult con
binations Of this concerto, will concede it
have been remarkable performance givt
entirely from memory.
CuoTus-W w dTDle OF the tOreSt"-J. Ben
dict. Vocal Glass. This was sung in fl
volume, excellent time, parts well sustaine
and good expression. We noticed in I'll
chorus that the voice of our young frien
Miss Virgie Hall, vocal pupil of only ii
months, was prominent and rang out strol
and clear. This closed the, first part, and
the expiration of few moments the audien
was eager to hear the rhapsodies of pa
second, the numbers of which embraced soI
of the finest gems of musical lore known
the world. The Introduction to part secol
was Weber's grand overture, Der Freschu,
This opened with prayer, and during
performance, hush fell upon the audien
etl as if some magic influence had fallen up
the hearts of the cultivated and receipt
people. As 1t progressed it became mo
o., and more surprising and one could di,tingui
violins, flutes, trombOnes. and all the Instr
mentatiOn that enters into the composition
ed grand orchestra. THIS overture is We
difficult, but these young ladies by thorou
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