Emmons County record. [volume] (Williamsport, D.T. [i.e. N.D.]) 1884-current, 1891-05-29
on resolutions, Mr.. G. Lepeltak, Mr.. H.
W. Allen, and Miss Alice Redoute.

on resolutions, MIR. q. Lepeltak, Mr.. II.
w. Allen, and Miss Alice Redoute.
Superintendent Cathro explained that
county examinations were to guard
against unqualified teachers. he then
spoke of the necessity of normal-school
training, believed institutes TO be the
best substitute for them, advised the
formation of reading circles and recon-
mended local meetings for teachers. He
thought that at least tive papers on edu-
catlonal subjects should be read by each
teacher. Responses to the queries were
made by Msssrs. Cathro and Sifton, the
critics report was read and the institute
adjourned to meet Thursday morning at
8 O clock.
THURSDAY.
MORNING SESSION.
Institute opened with singing, followed
by prayer.
The first subject expounded was "Psy-
chology." Mr.. Sifton spoke of the ben
eats derived from its study.
The institute adjourned to meet at 1:So
o'clock.
AFTERNOON SESSION.
Opened with singing, followed by an
interesting discussion ON Reading" in
which the teachers took an active part.
Prof Sifton recommended spelling from
readers. Mr.. G. Lepeltak read paper
entitled Common Faults Found in the
Schoolroom. Mr.. Devine spoke on
''The Reading Circle" and advised teach.
ers to join. He remarked that "hurryins
too fast is the deficiency of commo1
Schools"
After the critics report the institute
adjourned to meet Friday morning at 8
o'clock.
FORENOON SESSION.
Institute opened with music. Roll.call.
Sentiments from those present Thurs
day queries were read. In response to
/ query IN regard to teaching by the
phonic method, Prof. Devine told of an
instance where he convinced an sbjecting
| parent of its beneficial effects. Narcotics
and the evils resultant therefrom were
| considered. Alcohol has its place in ma-
terial medicine. e
Prof. Sifton talked on Habits He
| said that men who are cruel acquire the
habit of cruelty in youth by punishing
| animals and insects.
Closing remarks were made by Prof.
| Sifton. One of the things which brought
| him here, he said, was to advertise the
normal school at Valley City. He spoke
| of the school and its surroundings, and
among other things Of the little grove in
which the school is located, and to which
he attributed its location at Valley City.
| Prof. Devine also spoke concerning the
| Valley City normal school. LaMoure
| people wanted 1t there, but when the
committee saw that grove it settled the
question. He confirmed everything that
Prof. Sifton had said favorable to the
school, spoke of Miss Bates abilityas q
taacher, and thought it absolutely neces-
sary that teachers should have profess
sional training. Hesaid II know from
experience just Whist difficulties teachers
place of the soldier-.arbltration the place
of war. The success and maintenance OF
the government of the United States is
greatly in the teachers hands.
Adjourned to meet'at 3 p. m.
AFTERNOON SESSION.
Institute met pursuant to adjournment
and was opened with singing, Then fol.
lowed as1discussloa on "Penmanship,
teachers. Supt. Andrus took up the topic
Local Geography" He explained the
plan on which our township division Is
based, and the meaning Of "base line, u
guide meridian" range" and "town
ship" and named and located the
eighteen postof11ces of the county.
The following preambles and resolutions
were presented by Mr.. Lepeltak, from the
committee on resolutions, and were unaD.
imously adopted
WHEREAS, We, the teachers of EN-
mons county, here assembled as an insti'
tute, have been newly inspired and better
lprepared for our work by the untiriRg
efforts and earnest and able instruction,
given by Prof. J. W. Simpson, Of Valley
City; Deputy State Superintendent F
W. Cathre, Of Bismarck Supt. J: n. De-
vine, of Lahoure, and Supt. w: B. An
drus, Of Winona.
WHEREAS, The success Of the schools
of this county is due in great measure
to the earnest and untiring 1abors of Su'
perintendent w. B. Andrus.
WHEREAS, The citizens of Williams
port have kindly and Hospitality enter
tained us and made our stay very pleas
ant Therefore, be 1t
Resolved, 1. That we hereby expires!
-FOUR hearty appreciation Of the efficient
instruction and excellent lecture given
BY Prof. Sifton.
Q. That we express our heartfelt thanks
t. Deputy State Superintendent Cathre
for his presence at this institute and fol
his encouraging words and able instruc'
tions.
3. That we express our heartfelt thank.
and appreciation of the instructions ant
most excellent lecture given by Supt. De
vine.
4. That we express our hearty appreci
alton Of the earnest and untiring efortl
of our county superintendent, w. B. An
drus, TO make the schools of our county
q success.
5. That we use the new ideas and in
spiratlons gained at this institute to max,
our work In the school-room more effect
i've and the world better by making ou
pupils coed American citizens:
g.: That we express our sincere thank
to the citizens Of Williamsport for thei
kind hospitality in entertaining US ant
making our stay pleasant.
Z. That we express our thanks to tn,
school board Of Williamsport for thei
kindness in allowing us the use Of th'
After singing "aod Be- With Us Til
We Meet Again" the institute adjourned
Tuesday evening the teachers ant
their friends met at the Williamspor
school house. Music and recitation
were the principal feature Of tho evening
| Wed nesday evening Prof Sifton dell7
cred y lecture to . good sized sudleuce.
! Thursday evening Prof. Devine lee
tured on American Civilization
The lectures were well attended AM
highly appreciated by all present.
MARY D. FARRELL, Secretary.
A Grand Jury.
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