Devils Lake inter-ocean. (Devils Lake, Ramsey Co., Dakota [N.D.]) 1884-1905, 1900-06-15

spacious hall Of the school and the
program was opened by selelec-
ton by Prof. Marshalls' orchestra.
Then several of the smaller schol-
ars came on the platform. These
scholars had only been in the
school one term, and were in the
primary grade. They wrote exer-
cises on the board prompted by
their teacher, their writing was re-
markably good for the short time
they have been in the school. The
little deaf scholars were attentive
and we'll behaved during the en-
tire exercises.
Torrents Larson, whose home is
in Kellys, Grand Forks county, was
the first graduate to deliver his es-
say. He delivered his essay by
hand vocabulary, which was orally
translated by Supt. Bangs. The
subject Of his essay "The cause of
the the Boer war" was we'll handled
and he delivered his essay with
much earnestness, showing that he
understood it we'll.
An exercise in lip reading fol-
lowing showed much training and
intelligence in that branch of
teaching.
Leister Williams, of Grand Forks
next delivered his graduating es-
say on "Heroism." In his essay
the arguments and composition
we're good,a and the subject was han
died in an impressive and earnest
manner.
The hymn America in deaf
and dumb vocabulary by several
small scholars made beautiful
spectacle.
The oral exercises by several
small scholars formed q most
touching rendition. The scholars
have been taught to talk, but
being unable to hear, they have to
depend on other senses to make
them aware of what they say.
The voice sounds very peculiar
and different from that of a per-
son with hearing power.
A recitation by Christopher
Anderson, showed that boy to be a
natural impersonator. His mo-
tions and actions during the rendi-
ton of his recitation :'Fhe Little
Red Hen" we're true to life.
Miss E&e Smith, of Portland,
Traill Co., delivered her essay on
"Work" in touching manner
Her valedictory. bidding farewell
to the superintendent and teachers,
made an impression upon all.
The presentation of diplomas
by Lieut.. Gov. Devine followed
Gov. Devine opened with a pleas.
ing address, stating that he was
glad to be present on so important
and interesting occasion. It was
wonderful what great results had
been acquired in the education of
the deaf. The deaf did not always
have such great advantages.
There was a time when there we're
no fine schools, or we'll trained
teachers for their education
Their minds had hitherto been
handicapped. What a blessing
that the deaf children in our new
state are being made to see, heal
and understand the beauties Of
life. He took this opportunity tc
congratulate the efficient principal
matrons and teachers on their sue
cess. He further stated that the
state had not performed it's full
duty by them until it had provided
an Industrial department in con-
nection with the school, where
trades could be taught It was his
belief that the state would do this
in the near future. Then the
governor presented the diplomas,
saying he hoped that by the edu-
cation they had received they
would reflect honor on the institu-
ton and on the state, which has
given it to them.
After the benediction by Rev.
Turner, Supt. Bangs invited all
who desired to inspect the school
rooms and work of the pupils.
The Inter-Ocean representative
took advantage of this opportu-
nifty and was struck with the ele-
gance and completeness of the
building throughout. Much praise
is due Supt. Bangs for the able
manner in which he has conducted
the school.