beauty of which is heightened by a large and
handsome portrait of “ Stuart’s Washington,”
set off with the words “Mount Vernon,” in
“Fine Old English,” typical of the home of
this great and good man, and the Grammar
Schools of the Section ; the whole beautifully
ornamented and draped in varied style, with
many handsome American flags of all sizes,
kindly loaned by the pupils and friends of the
schools for the occasion.
The teachers of this section have all contri
buted one day’s labor in aid of the Sanitary
rorßTii SECTION
This section has two tables, one for goods,
and the other for refreshments. Before the
Fair opened, this section paid over to the Co
mmission over $6OO. As the refreshment table
is very popular, and the collection of fancy ar
ticles very large, the section will increase this
sum to a handsome amount.
FIFTH SECTION.
The fifth section of public schools has four
stands and a Post Office in operation at the
Fair. Two of the tables are filled with arti
cles made and contributed by the white teach
ers and children; and the other two by the
colored. The stands are handsomely deco
rated with a profusion of flags, and trimmed
with ivy leaves. The collection comprises
many articles of great value, the handiwork of
the teachers, who have all been zealous in the
good work. Without being accused of partial
ity, we may mention the Misses S. Bitter, S.
Donnelly, and Mrs. Scollin, as munificent con
tributors. A valuable donation was also re
ceived from Mrs. Samuel Castner, of the Fifth
Ward. Messrs. Kenney, Gaw, Greble, and
Kelley, gentlemen directors of the ward, have
been very faithful in attending and assisting
during the Fair.
The net proceeds of sales since the opening
of the Fair will average about thirty dollars
per day to each table. The Section has a fund
of about six hundred dollars, which will be
handed over in bulk at the close of the Fair.
A committee of ladies has been in attendance
every day and are zealous saleswomen, all
being anxious to promote the good work. Nine
hundred and sixty tickets have been sold to the
children for admission on the day set forth by
the committee. Among the articles displayed
is a handsome chair cover by Miss Ecstein;
also a fancy shell basket by Miss Anne, and
innumerable articles of children’s wear and
fine needle work by the other teachers of the
Section. The “ grab game ” has been carried
on very successfully at the tables, and has re
alized much profit as well as amusement. In
connection with the above tables is a bouquet
stand filled with choice flowers furnished fresh
every day. The display of fancy articles by
the colored children of the schools in this sec
tion is very attractive, and reflects great credit
upon the pupils.
Ottb D>_a.i Xi~sr IF 1 .a.ir.:e.
SIXTH SECTION.
This section has been very active in promo
ting the interests of the Fair. Soon after the
School Department was called upon to aid the
Sanitary Commission, a meeting of Directors
and teachers was held to devise ways and
means for that purpose.
A committee was appointed to procure the
services of some distinguished person to lec
ture for the benefit of the Section, and, under
its auspices, Dr. Moriarty delivered a lecture
in Concert Hall.
The services of Signor Blitz were also se
cured for an afternoon and evening entertain
ment at Sansom-street Hall.
The pupils of the Boys’ Grammar School
gave two entertainments, consisting of recita
tions, dialogues, &c., in New-street School
house.
Two magic lantern exhibitions were given
under the auspices of the New Street Primary
School.
The lady teachers of the section formed an
association, and with many of the pupils, met
every afternoon for seven weeks previous to
the opening of the Fair, and employed them
selves in making various articles of use and
ornament, to be sold at the Fair. The teach
ers and scholars have been indefatigable in
their labors, and have at all times manifested
a willing spirit in response to every call. The
table furnished at the Fair is one of the most
beautiful in the department, and the sales will
realize a handsome addition to the sum already
given to the treasurer. Fancy and useful
articles in great profusion are spread out be
fore visitors, and the lady attendants are very
obliging.
SEVENTH SECTION,
This section occupies Table C, Station No.
10, in the department assigned to schools. In
the early part of April this section held a meet
ing, by order of the Board of Directors, and
organized by electing a President, Secretary,
Treasurer, and Managers, to aid in carrying
into effect the purposes of the Great Central
Sanitary Fair. The pupils of the grammar
school formed a similar organization, and com
menced working. But the work was to them a
new experiment, at least to a majority. The
directors, tlierfore, ordered that the teachers
should appropriate two afternoons in each
week especially to direct and assist the pupils
in the girls’ school ; the teachers of the boys’
“grammar secondary,” and all primary schools
giving their own time to preparation of useful
articles for the Fair.
The time has been short, but in zeal and de
votion to the great cause in which all are en
gaged, none have excelled this Section, consid
ering its opportunities. The schools are in a
locality in which the pupils come chiefly from
the working classes, but all have cheerfully
done what they could. The teachers have
contributed of their income a fractional part,
and given unceasingly their time and abilities,
counting naught a “ sacrifice” that is to give
aid and comfort to their brave brothers on
the battle-field.
TENTH SECTION.
This Section has a beautiful display both in
the decorations and the variety of their goods.
A handsome Afghan is one of the attractions
of this table. A case of wax fruit was sold
here for $lOO. Children’s clothing of all
styles can be found at this table.
FOURTEENTH SECTION
The schools in this section furnish two tables,
both of which are well stocked with fancy and
useful articles. For the past two mouths, the
teachers and pupils of the section have been
industriously plying their fingers, preparing
for the great Sanitary Fair. The sympathies
of the entire section were enlisted in this great
mission of mercy. Already they have given
ten entertainments for the benefit of the Sani
tary Commission, and have netted a considera
ble amount of money, which will be increased
largely by the close of the Fair. So abundant
were the donations to the tables at first,
set apart for the display, that an additional
table was secured. Among the beautiful ar-
ticles for sale at the tables of this section we
were particularly pleased with a basket of wax
flowers, remarkable for its natural appearance
and the delicacy of taste displayed in the manu
facture.
Though the table has been already noticed
for the sombre appearance of the background,
yet the taste manifested in the selection of
articles, and the arrangement of the goods,
together with the smiling countenances of the
lady attendants, give a cheerful view.
FIFTEENTH SECTION,
The one table devoted to this section is well
filled with goods. In addition to the variety
of fancy and useful articles displayed here,
the young ladies of the Grammar School of the
section have made an elegant vase of wax fruit
intended for presentation to Mayor Henry.
Subscriptions are being received for this pur
pose. Two handsome canes, made of the
wood of the Rebel iron- clad Merrimac have
been presented by Mr. Pliny Chase, and chan
ces for these prizes have been fixed at fifty
cents.
SEVENTEENTH SECTION,
There is a fine collection of silver-plated
ware presented to this section, and the sales of
these, together with the fancy goods, will net
a large sum to the Commission.
THE NINETEENTH SECTION.
The schools of the nineteenth section have
taken an active part in the preparations for
the Great Sanitary Fair.
A concert was given at the Academy of Mu
sic, April 25th, by the pupils of the girls’
grammar and secondary schools, by which five
hundred and seventy-five dollars were realized.
By means of contributions from teachers and