Cameron County press. [volume] (Emporium, Cameron County, Pa.) 1866-1922, 1906-10-25
Teachers Institute Continues.

Prof Green, whose topic was 1.-THE Keystone
State in Literature" In strong forceful lam
guage the speaker urged upon all the crying
need of more intimate knowledge, of more
familiarity with writers and poets in Pennsylva-
mia, who has added to the literary world such
talented writer's in prose and poetry as DIR. S.
Wier Mitchell, Stephen Foster, Bayard Taylor
and others of equal genuineness and merit. DIR.
Howerth followed Prof. Green. The Dr's. sub
ect THE Raw Material of the Public
school, He spoke of the necessity of arousing
the interest of the child in school and school
work, by the employment of any or all legiti-
mate methods and of the equally important task,
when once that interest has been aroused. of
directing the same to the lasting good of the
child.
In the place of the regular ntermission
short period of time was spent in singing. fol-
lowing this DR.. Becht, to the great satisfaction of
his hearers, spoke "The What and How in
Arithmetic" Owing to limited time in which
to speak, the DIR. omitted the 'How" of his sub
ject and devoted his attention only to the
What" His plea was for elimination of use
less matter in Arithmetic and the substitution of
practical, that arithmetic may be of real value to
the child when he leaves the school and enters
into his life's work. One thing specially urged
upon teachers was the absolute necessity of urg-
ing and impressng upon pupils the vaue of ac-
curcay flst last and always. After Dr. Becht's
talk, Institute stood adjourned until 1880 in the
afternoon.
The afternoon session was opened usual by
singing; following this DIR. Howerth spoke at
great length upon the subject he lightly touch
ed upon in the morning, viz: ''The importance
ofdirecting interest, once aroused, in the right
channel"-his forcibe, witty and interesting re-
| he tI,,
listened to with great attention Miss Collins
then introduced an old friend to Cameron county
! teachers, Prof Sweeny of Elk county who made
brief, interesting address, followed by the pre-
septation to the audience of Prof. Tietrick of
Jefferson county, who in turn gave an earnes.
address of short duration. Both addresses were
carefully followed by the hearers. DR.. Becht on
The Spelling Problem" claimed and held the
entire attention of his audience for the next
period. The use of devices, original or other
wise was commended by DR.. Becht in the en-
deavor to make good spoilers out of the "rising
generation; incidentally, too, in the of his
remarks the speaker paid his respects to the list
of the three hundred words spelled phonically
and endorsed enthusiastically by our presi-
dent.
DR.. Green followed DR.. Becht with a most
charming talk on "The Westminster Abby"
which was quite enjoyable, and far less ex-
pensive than actual visit, to that most inter
esting building. Prof. Yoder sang a solo and
was so happy in his selection and rendition that
an encore was vigorously demanded. Prof
Yoder complied with the demand and gave
very humorous little song, that was much en-
ioyed. Thursday morning session opened with
devotional exercises by Rev. Robertson of the
Episcopol church. followed by singing. Dr..
Green OccuDie6 first mi nd to he
disguised pleasure and profit went hand in hand.
DR.. Howerth spoke during the next period on
Educational Forces'-the ones touched on be-
ing Heredity, Environment and Effort. The
| committee on the reading course for the next
year, reported the two books selected to be Rec-
tation by DR.. Hamilton and Essentials in Ameri-
| can History. Prof. Yoder sang solo, "Swng-
ing in the Grapevine swing" enjoyed by all
DIR. Becht added to his talk on "What in Arith-
metic, by mentioning some of the useless sub
| jects that could with mutual profit to teacher
| and pupil be omitted from our text books.
The afternoon session opened promptly at 1880
| with singing. Dr. Howerth spoke during the
| first period on "A Literal Education" less frills
| less obtruce, more real everyday material that
| can be used in every walk of life Miss Collins
! then introduced Prof. Ira N. McCoskey of
| Clinton county who responded in few well
period on THE Gospel of the Higher Education"
proving concusively to all that it pays to be edu-
Gated and ifthe pay corresponds to the amount
| of education, the most sordd mind must appre-
! ciate the fact that Education Pays" This was
! DR.. Becht's last talk and was most powerful
| plea for the birthright of every chid-on educa
| ton. Prof. Yoder sang "A fine solo and respond
ed to encore. DR.. Green occupied the last
period with "A Peep at a Century of Literature"
most charming talk general lines, highly
enjoyed.
Friday morning, the last session of Institute
was opened by music after which DR.. Green led
in prayer. The first period of this session was
chosen by DR. Green for his farewell address,
the subject being October in Literature" He
strongly urged upon the teachers The choosing of
reading lessons to fit in with existing conditions,
also the observance of noted birthdays occurring
in October. DR.. Howerth followed with Il last
talk, his subject being ''The Finished Product"
The DR.. Spoke of the value of concentration in
education, even to such degree as to produce
Observation-Disclosures, that being but temporary
result of lasting benefit, also of the value of
teaching the child to express himself clearly,
concisely and with exactness, ana of the import
ance ofan aesthetic and social training in school.
Miss Collins read letter from Senator Lands in
regard to the Stevens Memorial, in which he
stated that Cameron county, averaged higher in
contribution than any other county, concluding
Miss Collins spoke a few of farewell to the teach
ers in which she urged upon them the great inn
portance of attending the Educational Reunions,
of being faithful in their work and keeping
before them a high standard. At the conclusion
fher remarks, the 10th annual Institute of
Cameron county stood adjourned for the last
time.
The evening entertainments given during In
stitpte week, as part of the same, were ofa
high order and were unanimously enjoyed by all
in attendance. While ali were of
high grade there were certain features of each
that were epecially enjoyed, as for instance the
fine quartette singing Of the DeKovens and the
solo OF Sing me t. Sleep the violin playing of
Miss Blanch Sears on Tuesday night and the
Dainty Dolly Warden" of Thursday night.