The Grenada sentinel. [volume] (Grenada, Miss.) 1868-1955, 1900-05-26

trict attorney unstinted applause and
admiration. 1t was on q high plane
from start to finish. His selection for
The occasion was like all the other az.
pointments for this commencement, the
very best that could have been made,
MIR. Thames felt highly complimented
oy the invitation to make this address.
1t was a great opportunity, and he was
fully equal to it.
The Grafton vas followed by an in.
cident not indicated ON the program
n presentation of a gold trowel to
Grand Master B. V. White, by Colum-
bus Lodge No. s and the college au-
thorities. The grand secretary was
selected for this pleasant duty. After
explaining the use of the trowel. in
operative and speculative masonary. he
stated that he had assisted in LAYING
the corner-stones of a score of public
buildings, that on two occasions the
handsome trowels used were presented
to the grand master, but this was the
nrst time that the grand master has
been presented with a trowel of such
precious metal and exquisite workman
ship. He would not say that Grand
Master White was more worthy of such
a compliment than any of his illustrious
predecessors In the high station of
grand masters, but certainly none were
more deserving, or could appreciate
more this delicate and generous recog-
milton OF the Office and the man. The
grand master, with much feeling. ex-
pressed his thanks for the beautiful
token; assured the donors that it would
De priced as a thing of beauty and a
JOY forever, and that 1t would be the
most precious bequest to his children.
1t was Q o'clock when these exercises
came to close, but they sustained the
attention of all to the end.
The Art and Industrial Department.
Made splendid exhibits of the work of
the session. Hundreds of visitors passed
through the rooms during the after
noon. They saw theory reduced to
practice in every department of work.
There are two other industrial de-
partments--or two combined in one
tina might be appropriately and profit
ably added to the NEUTRALITY-SUSPICIOUS.
ture and horticulture. This suggestion
is made by one whose opinion this
writer values very highly--Miss Kate
Markham Power. She charged me to
communicate it to the trustees, and l
do SO through this medium. Scores of
women residing in or near the great
cities make good support in the cult
walton of flowers and vegetables, and
a practical knowledge along those lines
would be of substantial benefit to anv
housekeeper.
The Annual Concert
By the Bach Society took place on Mon
day night. and was a delightful sue
cess. The twenty members on the pro-
gram included instrumental and vocal
duets and quartettes, all worthy
OF the public approval bestowed. The
were complimented with almost
perfect attention during their perform
ances. A gentle admonition from the
president, at the start, was all that was
necessary to insure perfect order to the
We have seen it so different, on
other occasions, at other places, it is q
genuine pleasure to note this evidence
Of consideration and refinement.
An informal reception to Gov. LONGING
Ind Senator Money took place in the
at the close of the concert.
The Graduating Exercises
Took place on Tuesday morning, and
occupied from II am. until 1870 .. m.
large audience had assembled.
prayer by Rev. DR.. John L. John
son, and an instrumental duet by Misses
and Young, President Kin
introduced the orator of the
lay, Hon. fernando D. Money. Col.
never writes a speech, and never
'efers to a note, but in his public ad-
dresses depends very largely on the &C.
for his inspiration. And there
vas enough in the scene before him to
an hour and twenty minutes.
shall not undertake to stretch it. |
Il was all about woman-her sphere, |
Ter opportunities and her privileges.
It bristled with gems of sound and
advice, pleasantly expressed.
Mr.. Money said he wouldn't give the
of one good woman for that of a
of statesmen; that the advice
# a woman might seem a small thing, |
he who doesn't take it is a fool. He
the graduates to get married, |
provided they had offers worthy of
hem. He said the normal condition of
woman is that of wife, mother, nurse
md cook, but cooking could be done
~ proxy.
Governor Longino presented the d.
'lomas and certificates to the graduates
nd p~rofcients, and in doing SO made
ONE exceedingly appropriate remarks
o the young ladies. The governor had
lst intended to remain over to the
exercises, but he was very
willingly prevailed upon. 1t was his
irst visit to the college, and it is very
afe to say that it will not be his last.
Normal diplomas were awarded to
he following young ladies:
Stella Baylis, Marion county; Bessie
Clay; Mary Gay, Oktibbeha; Ag-
es Haley, Copiah; Mary Montgomery,
iarshall; Carrie Pevey, Scott; Lena