Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1888-09-06

ties Of mind and heart, and who in
after life will bring happiness to our homes.
lessen the divorce lists aud be able 10 do
good to all.
Rev. George r. Palmer Of Augusta vas
the next speak er, and his very neatly word,
consignment. 1t was proper that the BULL
ing should be called Bailey Hall in recogni-
ton of tie great liberality of those who
have contributed to its building, but it might
with appropriateness be called Phoenix Hall
from the rapidity with which it has risen
from its ashes. Mr.. Palmer emphasized the
value of the education of the spiritual nature.
The pulpit and the school desk should go to-
zether-we should educate and eyangelize
in all our training of the young.
Miss Hannah L. Pratt was the next speak
er, and addressed the audience in her ear
nest, pleading manner, and with good effect.
All who came here to seek instruction
should Initiate the teaching of Socrates, who
said to those who were seeking the best edu-
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see" Those who study here with this aim
in view will become polished and beautiful
Sous and daughters. From the ashes of tho
past may there come a glorious spirit TO re-
iedicate into a blessed service for education
and for our Saviour, B.iley Institute.
Alfred II. Jones of China made a fine
speech in which he reviewed somewhat the
early history Of the school, its former strug-
sles and its resent good triumph. He made
d strong plea for a correct physical educa-
tion, saying we cannot have good moral
sound body in which to hold the heart, mind
and soul.
Mrs. Hannah J. Bailey of Winthrop read
very well written address, in which she
reated of the idea of practical, sanctltied
education and in which she spoke earnestly
in behalf of temperance the good work now
being done by women, and closed with a
strong argument in favor of universal suf-
trage.
The venerable friend, Eli Jones, of China,
now in his so year, was the next speaker,
and he made ole of the best speeches of the
lay, full of historical information and per
,onal "reminiscences of the Seminary from
is establishment in 1850 to the present
time To some of these facts we shall refer
to again, not having space at command in this
.Ssue to give full report of his remarks
A letter was read from DR.. Pepper, Presi-
lent of Colby University, regretting his in
ability to be present. The exercises closed
by singing the hymn. God be with Ms till
we meet again. At the close of these ex-
rrcises the large company of invited guests
repaired to the dining room, where most
elegant and substantial dinner was served.
Prominent members of the society of Friends
were present from different parts of the
State, and all rel piced in the completion of
this elegant structure which has been built
at cost of about 500, 900, and is one of the
finest educational structures in the State.
We must reserve for subsequent issue,
many interesting facts in connection with its
history, which we are unable to give this
morning.
The fall term will begin Wednesday, Sept
18th, and it is expected that there will be Is
scholars. Mr.. Liudley II. Jones will bt
steward and Mrs. Lindley Jones, matron.