The Scranton tribune. [volume] (Scranton, Pa.) 1891-1910, 1902-07-09
A SCHOLARSHIP
WORTH WINNING

is usually given to half dozen states.
Within their bounds they harbor an
even half hundred lakes, from the gliln-
nering surface of which Is reflected
the beauty of surrounding mountains
and woodlands. Together they have
over 1000 acres of virgin forests, top
ping mountain ranges with an average
elevation of more than thousand feet.
Many beautiful lakes characterize 1t
as the Lake Country" In Sussex
county alone lie forty of these charming
bodies of water, among which are
Swartswood, Culvers, Morris, Grinnell,
and Lake Hopatcong all Of these are
near by and add to the beauty of the
scenery and sources Of enjoyment.
Sussex county is q region OF virgin
forest and mountain nearly one-third
of 1t is in woodland just as the Creator
planned 1t. To the north and west lie
the Blue Ridge Mountains and to the
south and east the Alamuchy and
Sparta Mountains. These ranges vary
in height from one thousand to two
thousand feet.
The railroad enters Newton by a
heavy upgrade of several miles. From
continuous, and on a high eminence
overlooking the village and command
ing a beautiful view of many miles of
distant country, stands the Newton COL
lcgiate Institute and Military Academy.
Very few schools can compare with this
in point of healthfulness and natural
beauty of location. The elevation Is
over 500 feet above the level of the sea
and is specially free from all forms of
malaria or pulmonary diseases.
The location of the school grounds Is
upon beautiful plateau, comprising
fifteen acres, giving ample room for
recreation and enjoyment Beautiful
elms and naples add to the natural
beauty and charm of the surroundings.
History.
The school, known as the Newton
Collegiate Institute, was organized in
1854 and is now nearing the half-cen-
tury mark of successful operation. Its
first name was the Newton Presbyterial
Academy, but in 1856 it's name was
| changed by an act of the legislature to
| the name it now bears.
During these years it has devoted it.
| men: it's roll of graduates might we'll
| be considered an enviable one. as many
of them figure prominently in society,
| in the field of Christian work. in the
| learned professions. and in public life.
Design.
The object is to provide tirst-clas SIS
| school at moderate cost. where parents
fa To-, To- I,a
| mitted to it's care. 1t is not so large
but that each boy may receive that
personal supervision and care ncccs-
sary to the proper development. moral
ly, mentally and physically. TO that
end, it is under military orsaniza ton,
believing that it is the best means of
inculcating habits of attention. obedi-
ence and a correct and manly bearing.
The formation of character, cultiva-
tion of truth and honor are regarded
as even more important than what may
be learned from books. Whatever
would tend to produce a broad, intelli-
gent mind is here placed within reach,
careful oversight in regard to physical
culture, conscientious training in NOR
ais and manners, as we'll as Il thorough
| drill in all the details of finished aca-
demic education.
The Preparatory Course fits for all
| colleges and universities.
| The Business Course gives thor
ough training for active entrance in
| business life.
The Junior Department covers pri-
mary and grammar grades and is in
| tended to lay thorough foundation
for the higher courses
Athletics, base ball, foot ball. tennis
| and gymnasium work receive their due
attention.
Buildings.
There are three spacious and we'll
constructed buildings connected with
| the school, consisting of the school
| homo, the recitation hall, gymnasium
| and bowling alleys.
There are no dormitorios; pupils oc-
| cupy single or double rooms, as may
| best suit their needs.
Each division is furnished with bath
rooms, hot and cold water, and every
necessary convenience to promote
health and comfort. All rooms and
halls are eated-new apparatus
having been recently introduced All
boys occupy single beds supplied with
| the best hair mattresses.
Dennis Library and Reading Room.
| These are in the village and only a
| few minutes walk from the Institute.
The library contains several thousand
| volumes of choice books. The reading
] room is furnished with the city and
other daily papers, together with
weeilies and the leading periodicals.
The reading room is free to all and the
use of the library may be obtained for
small sum. One important advantage
to the Institute is that free tickets to
this library are given to those students
who distinguish themselves for scholar
ship, correct department or for excel
lent attainment in any branch of study.
1t affords abundant study, free of eX-
pense, and at the same time stimulates
all tn compete for this privilege,
Study.
All school work and study are per-
formed under tho watchful care nf