The Eaton Democrat. (Eaton, Ohio) 1875-1903, 1886-09-02
Teachers. Institute.

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the good work was very excellently arranged
by the present members. Notwithstanding
the small attendance at first, it grew to a very
large attendance at the close of the week.
TUESDAY.
Sup't Corson commenced his very ~instruc.
tive work by giving a lecture on the subject OF
"Physics," which was listened to with great
interest. Followed by "Discussion," which
has been one of the great moving parts of the
programs.
Mr.. Heilman discussed "Some Needs in
Township Schools" wherein he tried to show
the most necessary needs of our schools.
After a short recess Sup't Corson delivered
one of his instructive lectures on Grammar"
a subject which occasions the most lively dis
c%ussions of all subjects debated.
P. N.
The exercises opened with "Spellingo by
j. III. Gibbons, who presented the subject in
a very commendable manner.
Sup't Corson presented that ever Interest
ing subject, "~Arithmetic," in such a powerful
manner that the teachers realized wherein
they were deficient in presenting it.
After a short intermission Commissioner l..
ID. Brown in a very interesting and ~instruc-
tive address presented many important fea-
lures, among which was his presentation of
the Albaugh Bill. He explained the Bill in
all its particulars, thereby showing to all
present the very great Importance of further
legislation in favor of township supervision
and revision of our common school system.
WEDNESDAY.
You will observe that the opening exercises
of each morning consisted of singing, which
was excellent throughout all these exercises.
Again Sup't Corson instructed the Institute
with one of his lively talks on "Physics." He
presented the subject in its primary parts on
ly. just what the live teacher can do before
his pupils.
"Penmanship'' was presented by Gen. W.
in such a manner as to be applicable
to the sixth grade of a graded school.
You will observe that at II O'Clock each day
of "~Grammar," taking up a different
part at each time.
"Reading," by O. p. Conley. His manner
of getting this subject before the teachers and
the parts presented, were some of the most in
and instructive parts connected with
the subject. His remarks laid the foundation
for one of the many lively discussions of the
week.
You will also observe that "Arithmetic'
discussed by the instructor at the same
on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and
Thursday, in different parts and covering all
.he most important parts.
RECESS
Sup't Corson at the same hour discussed
he subject of "Theory and Practice" A lee
explained. He had weighed the subject prop |
,rly, and by so doing presented the more nee
,ssary elements applicable for the better ad-
'ancement of our schools.
THURSDAY.
Experiments by Sup't Corson. During |
lis successful work on this subject the work
became so interesting that there were two
mall boys attracted to the hall to watch these
p~henomenas of nature performed, |
hat they remained with us throughout the
week.
The subject of pronunciation" was ex-
,lained by S. More Surface. He illustrated
he many errors existing in the use of many |
'ommon words of our language; such as dog,
log, in, during, and many others. This was |
ollowed by recess and Grammar" as alrea-
ly spoken of.
Music by two co!ored boys, who gave the
institute some very lively music.
The subject of q S. History" was given
" John Morris. He presented the subject by
aking the foundation from the never-dying |
quotations of the many illustrious characters
Who have dotted our American history. Those
Who failed to hear this excellent lecture miss |
d a historical treat.
"Arithmetic." Recess, followed by a pow
.rful lecture by Sup't Corson on the subject
"Grading and Promotion" He illustrated
he many difficulties coming up throughout
,ur school-work, in respect to examinations,
&c.
FRIDAY.
The leading exercise of the day was execu-
by instructor Corson on the subject of
Reading and Rhetorical Work in Public
a lecture which was overfowing
With instructive information for the teacher.
It illustrated the means by which the enthu-
,iastic teacher could be aided in making the
-ery important subject of reading the most
interesting of the common schools. Teach
introduce supplementary reading into
,our schools.
E. P. Vaughan very ably discussed the SUBJ
to the interest of eyery person present.
P. N.
Music by Mr.. Youpg's little folks was one
If the most entertaining of the musical parts
If the program of the week. Their beautiful
entertainment was heartily endorsed by all
present.
Sup't Corson now delivered one of his best
of the week on the subject of "Public
and their Teachers" In this talk he
to the audience the great necessi-
" and duties of parents, school officers and
what makes a live school and the ele-
constituting the same. All present
ever remember the closing remarks of
Corson.
Our readers will remember the fact thai the
various subjects spoken of above were all fol-
by warm and enthusiastic discussions
Messrs. Vaughan, Gibbons, Riner, Conley,
and many others.
The music throughout the week was of the
most entertaining nature. AS a whole the
week.-mrs. one which. will ever be remembered
the teachers of old Preble. LEONA.