The clarion. [volume] (Jackson, Miss.) 1883-1888, 1885-06-24

Cameron of.North Mississippi Conference
closed the services with a warm and pa
thetic prayer.
On Monday, the 18th inst,
THE JUNIOR CLASS
delivered orations and essays. \ spectator
who is familiar with ordinary commence
ment exercises of the average College, after
a glance at the programme, would be i'm
pressed with the originality OF the subject
selected by the Cadets Of this Institution.
There YOU have nothing about the Death
Song Of Orpheus," the Sweet Strains of
Virgil OF" Classic Greece" nor Ancient
Rome" but instead thereof such solid
matters are discussed as are OF special in
terest to the farmer, stock breeder and me-
chanic.
The young men of this class are above
the average, and convinced their auditors
that they were much concerned on the prac-
teal affairs of life.
The subject, Science and Agriculture"
was ably handled by Mr.. S. A. Morris, in
an easy, graceful way and on a special line
of thought.
Mr.. W. T. Lee drew nice determinations
between ancient and Modern Agricul-
ture," and gave many facts connected with
the subject worthy of preservation by all
who heard him.
Intensive Farming was well treated by
Mr. u. Query, and much praise must be
given this gentleman for the peculiar orig
ration and delivery Of his address.
Butter Making was no doubt of great
est interest to all, and was especially en-
ioyed by the ladies. This subject was
treated by Mr.. T. r. Mason in lucid and
mastery manner. Mr.. \. has given close
attention to this important branch of
| household economy.
Drainage" by Mr.. S. A. Wilkinson, was
well treated His address was instructive
and did not fail to elicit warm applause.
"Steam and its Application was discuss
| ed by Mr. c. NJ. MCGEE, who had closely
examined the subject.
| "Our Atmosphere" was beautifully treat
ed by Mr. j. NJ Magruder. This subject,
| while scientific in its character, was handled
| in a scholarly manner and the speaker, by
! his graceful delivery and perfect command
of language, held the attention of the au-
dience without effort and delighted all
with his lucid explanations.
| ''The Curiosities of Vegetation was the
theme of Mr.. W. B. Stark's address, and
he must have given great study and care
to its preparation. His address was admi-
rable.
OBSTRUCTION of our Forests and Proba-
| bic Consequence" was Mr.. w c. Wei
born's subject. He explained that the in
discriminate destruction of our forests
would be productive OF much evil, showing
conclusively that great physical changes
in climate and soil were the outgrowth of
such course.
AS before said, this class gives evidence
of much promise and bears the indelible
stamp Of practical and useful education.
At o'clock P. NJ,
TIE szIRMIsH DRILL,
by the cadets, was witnessed by large and
appreciative multStude This drill was
especially interesting to the old soldiers
present, and many enthusiastic compli-
ments were bestowed by them on the
| cadets and Lieut.. Buck, their commander.
At $50 P. NJ. the Literary Societies held
| their
COMPETITIVE DEBATE.
The question discussed "ResoIved, that
the statesman is a greater civilizer than
the poet" attracted the liveliest interest
Messrs. r. p. de Grafenried and E. S.
Watson of the dialectic represented the
affirmative, while Messrs Dunbar Row
land and J. F. Duggar of the Philotechnic
presented the negative. Both sides were
well discussed, and the able arguments
presented by each speaker sets forever at
rest any doubt about agricultural boys
possessing literary attainments These
young men are worthy specimens of what
can be done at an agricultural school.
After the arguments were closed they
we're submitted 10 the judges, viz: Ex-
Gov. Stone, DR.. Landrum and Judge
, IL. ! l.. !
tive.
Tuesday, 16 inst, was not without its
attractions, and Notwithstanding the early
morning was threatening with lowering
clouds and occasional showers, the atten-
dance was very large. On this day the
STATE HORTICULTURAL SOCIETY
held its meeting Dr. Mckay, the Straw
berry King, President of the Association.
called it to order at II o'clock a. M, for
the transaction of such business as demand
ed attention. After explaining the pro-
gress made by the organization the presi-
dent introduced Dr. d. L. Phares, that
Nestor OF Mississippi scientists and educa-
tors who made an eloquent speech on the
subject OF our horticultural interests Adj
dresses were also made by the President,
Mr.. Cassell and other prominent horticuI-
turists, all showing the great resources of
our State in this particular. and calculated
to materially promote the general inter-
ests OF the entire South.
An earnest appeal was made to the
College authorities to aid the Association
In the propagation of plants, a request
which viii doubtless be granted. This
Association, like all other Industrial orders
of the State, looks to the College for prac-
teal information, and fully realizes the
necessity OF the fostering influence of this
Institution.
THE STOCK EXHIBIT AND SALE
Took place on this day also. The College
herd OF blooded cattle, together with selec-
tions from the herds OF Hon. ". B. Mont
gomery, Hon. II. L. MsldroE. Hon. J. :.
Montgomery and others, were on exhibit
The cattle put upon the market were
readily sold and commanded good prices
The planters of the State are always par
ticularly interested in this feature of the
Commencement exercises On this dav we
wltnesseda large number of grangers present
who were delegates from the State Grange,
investigating the different departments of
the College. They all expressed themselves
as highly pleased with everything they
saw and seem to regard the College with
afiectionate pride as it is specially designed
to promote their interests.
At $50 o'clock P NJ,
THE SENIOR CLASS
Delivered their graduating orations and
essays. The hall was beautifully ilIu-
minated and decorated. Everything being
suggestive OF the character of the Instit;I-
ton and occasion. There were probably
no finer representatives Of Southern youno
manhood who Left the Colleges Of the coun-
try this year than the members of this
class. Certainly none were more thorough