The Saline County journal. [volume] (Salina, Kan.) 1871-1893, 1886-07-08

LA-1as lME GAu1@ VS. uUuGL I1AAHo /
Of Prof. Thoroman and numbered
seven members: Misses Mary Blsh-
op, Yerna PeAler. Maggie BrottOn,
Chattie Brotton aud Stella Niles, and
Messrs. RoIla Kirk and Emmett Ne
Carty.
The anthem, "PrAlse and Thanks
giving" was rendered by q large
chorus, after which Rev. Priest in
vOked the divine guidance.
Maggie Brotton was the first speak
or, subject: "a Plea for Higher Cul-
ture." Miss BrOtton's production
was not well committed which de-
tracied materially from an otherwise
well written essay.
Mr.. Kirk on "The Mission Of His
tory" gave an interesting and
earnest talk. The speaker dWelt
upon the origin Of History and the
use Of Historical study.
EDUCATION OF TIE MASSES"
was discussed by Miss Mary Bishop.
The Grafton was not long, but was
marked by originality and depth OF
thought. Miss Bishop was followed
by Miss PealeF on the subject,
SUNLIGHT"
The speaker compared sunlight to
many objects and qualities, but most
fittingly TO . kind and sunny dlspOsi-
ton, which carries light and happi-
ness wherever it goes. The illustra-
tions were all very appropriate.
"The Loss and Gain account" was
treated by ChsttIe BrOttOn. Miss
BrOttOn compared the occupations
and professions and the advantages
disadvantages Of teaching and other
occupations. The production was q
good one, full Of original and sound
argument.
1.-THE PUBLIC SCHOOLS OF 1885.
Under this subject Mr. McCarty
set forth some Of the evils Of our
school system, which would soon be
bettered or at least ought to be. Mr..
McCarty Is q practical teacher and
has felt many Of the evils OF which
he spoke.
Miss Miles subject: beyond the
Alps lies Thine Italy," was the last
speaker. Her speech was q very
beautiful composition and well rem
dered, Miss Niles manner on the
stage is especially pleasing.
The Diplomas were we'll presented
by DR.. Bishop in few words well
spoken.
Rev. Slmkins pronounced the Ben
edictiOn.
FRIDAY EVENING.
On the last evening occurred the
graduating exercises OF the Scientific
and Classic classes, in charge Of Miss
Stewart and Prof Fertlg. Fhe exer.
eises were begun by a chorus after
which Rev. Campbell in q short
prayer invoked the presence Of God.
G. A. Laubsngayer was the first
speaker Of the evening. His subject,
"Ahl There Is something here un-
fathomed by the Cynic's sneer." Mr..
Laubengayer's speech was an earnest
plea for truth. The production was
characterized by its show Of investi-
CATION and breadth Of thought. Mr..
Is. Cox was the next speaker on
"NAUGHT ABIDING Is BUT CHANGE"
The speaker showed that change In
the natural world is life, and that
change is stamped on every organ in
your body. The different arts and
sciences were used as examples.
WHAT IS SUCCESS ?"
was the theme of Miss Anna John
stOn's oratiOn. This was an excel
lent oratlOn, abOundlng In excellent
examples and beautiful thoughts.
This was among the most brilliant Of
all the exercises.
Mr.. w. d. Struble gave a most in.
teresting talk on "The Great Pyra-
mid" As this production may ap-
pear IN toto we reserve all comment.
Chas. Swisher. the only member Of
the Classic class was introduced by
Prof. Fertlg. His subject was: "Time
the factor the product what ?" The
speech was q brief review Of the
worlds progress and abOunded In
hope Of better age to come. Upon
Messrs. Struble, Cox and Laubengay-
er and Miss Johnston was conferred
the degree OF Bachelor of Sciences,
and upon Mr. SwisheF the degree Of
Bachelor Of Arts. DR.. Bishop repre-
seuted the Board Of Trustees 10 this
and addressed the classes. The ad-
dress will be published next week.
The decorations Of the stage and
chapel were modest aud tasteful.
Everything had an air Of Beatness.
The class notices were suspended on
invisible threads In q unique manner.
During the whole exercises the audi
snoes :were large, and the most
orderly the writer the has ever
zen. Music was q prominent part Of
the programme. Rev. GOtwald pro-
the benedietiOn, after
which came the good-byes and con-
The occasion will long
be remembered.