THE TIMES, NEW BLOOMFIELD, TA., JANUARY 1, 1878. THE TIMES. PENNSYLVANIA R. E. MIDDLE DIVISION. On and alter June '3Sth, Tralua run sa fnllowi WE8TWAH1) EASTWARD. Way: Mail, Arn. Pass Tr'irXr'n I l"Rri-iiAti i I STATION!, j J'li iMnll'Atl'.t M(TI. Acc. El. Tr'ui E. A. M. V.M P. If. r.M. l.m P.M. 'P.M. l.lll 1.13 .80 A.Hll HnnHnhnru. 8. lit 1U.MI 1.411 t.46 ltix'kvllin, I. 6a! 6.M MarynvIHe, S.IW; It. lrt lMinimuiou, 9 31 4,1 Hally'a II. 41 .6S Newport i.Sftj 7. HI Mllleratnwn, ft.OH 7.2rt Tlumiiiaoul'll. .2S) 7. 4D I Mexico......... 8.291 7.6J I Tiirt ltoyill.... 7.6H, 145 8 as 8 13 7 47 7.H3 IW 7 no I M i Ml U.M 19.93 7. u lo.so W8 7. m 6f4 t.U n.ao (1.43, ".Hill tl.lH III ff.M .4 AM lu mi 1U.1 8. KB 8.W Minim LevYiKtnwn J., ii. w e.nii f in il in n An II id 4.UU ; i i 10.S4 B.IKl 5! . 10. Ill 4.47 I . K.:'.7 4.1 T.:' 'I K.M S.M Bill- , .I4 M 6.ID A.M. P.M. P.M. 11.14 4.S7! 4.M ft.WI! .!14' 7. !M P.M.i , , Ainli-rnotra,. .. MrWj tinvu... : N. Humtltmi. . imil is.ao I.HI HtmtlnKdon,. ( Tyrone Altomm V.M tWl'lttHhuriir F.xpreMa leftvea IlarrlMmrir at ll.i Dunnamion 11. 8K (ilairi; Newport II. H (Hint) m II P.M. .(1 ar- riTea at 1'iiiHiiiirK I1H.IUA. M. tWOotntr West, the W;iy Ptiaen,rer leave Hartlf burff Daliy the other trains llully except Huiitlnv . twtitynu Rant, the Atlantic Kxpre" leave A-ioona Dally, the other tralna Dally exeept Hunilay. faTaelflr Kxprei Weft will atop at Pmicamiou at 4.63 and at Newport at 6.17 a. iu., when flavin il. FOR 1873! oo oo OO OO ill? Sis I i i i , Jan. 1 31 41 5 July 1 2 8 9 Si 41 l 6 10 11 12 13 17,18 1920 7 8 9 io;iiii2 n!i!i9 HilS'Wl 21 22 2! 14!1!1B! 24 25:26 311.. ... 1 2 7 8 9 1415 lrt 21 22 23, ,28.. ..I 1 2 7 8l 9, 14 1518 21 22 2:1 21 22 23 24 25 26.27 23,29,301311., .. .. 28,29,30 Fob. Aug .. .. .. .. 1 2 S 4 5 fl 7 8i 9 10 11'12 1314'15 16 17 18 19 20:21 22 23 24 25126,27 28,29 30J31 41 5: 6 ll!12 1.1 18 19 20 25!26,27 Mch 4 Ri 6 1111213 18.19 20 24,26 27, Sept 2 A 4 5 01 7 9:10:11:12 1314 16:17 18H9 20 21 22 23 24 25,26,27,28 29,30, Ap'r 1 2! 31 8 910 4 51 ! Oct. 2' 31 41 111213 7 8 9 10 11 12 15:18 IT: 18 19 20: 14'15ll617!l8 19 22 23 24 29,30j.. ..I.. 1 61 71 8 1314 IS 20 21 22 27,28 29 25:26,27, 2n'21 22 23 24 2i,26 27128:29,30,31 .. May 234 910111 16 17:18 23 24 2S, 30 311. J Nov. 3 14 'fi 16 '7 8 Wll 1213!14 15 16 17ll8!l9 20:21:22 23 24l25!2ti 2728;29,30 Jun. ;.,!! 3 4! 6 10,11112' 17 1819 24 23i26 6! 7 8 13 14 15: 20 21 22' 2"i28i29: Dec. 2 3 4! 5 81 7 9 10 11 12 13 14 16117 18 19 20 21 22 23,24 25 20,27,28 29 30:311.. I. . I.. Uriel Item. The Murpby nieeUng begins in the Presbyterian church this (Monday) eve ning at (H. Mr. James Liddick, residing at Buf falo Lock, In this county, killed four hogs this season that weighed 10151bs. About one hundred and fifty men ire employed at chopping wood on the Pii.o Grove estate. They receive 28 cents vr cord. Among the notables present at the Institute was Mr. Humes, the poet of Bandy Hill. He has now adopted " Ex celsior" for his motto. The citizens of New Buffalo seemol to enjoy Christmas day exceedingly. J ise ball, croquet and music by the bind, were the main features of the occasion. A child of Henry Rice, of this pace, was severely scalded on Monday oi last week by tipping over a bucket cf hot water that had been set on the loor. The child is, however, rocovering. The " Weather Buek," of HowiMwp., turns out to be a good hunter as veil hb a fisher. On a recent trip to teven Mountains he and his party Bn9 tllree deer. ( A Webster City, Iowa subscrllfcr says: that Wheat is selling there for m, cents, Corn 15 cents and Pork at f ' 20 per cwt. The Wheat and Corn crow were good. Will the young person win either stole,or took by mistake a pair f Kickle plated shears from the count i in the store of F. Mortimer on Wednesday afternoon, return them and thm save an unpleasant exposure V A few days since Mr. J. W. loule, of Centre twp., cut himself so I idly that he was compelled to relii uish his school for a time. Miss 11a Burns takes his school till Mr. Houli gets out again. On Saturday night hut, tb barn of Mr. W. W. Wanbaugh, in Jvw Kings ton, was destroyed by fire, tcrtherwith one and a half tons of hay, The cause of the fire was the work of jthe incen diary. 1 A lively time was had atOuncannon on Christmas eve. A dancevas held at Pennel's Hall, and at one line a war was imminent. Peace washtored after one man was put down 8ta in a sum mary manner. Mr. Ramuel S. Walker, It Hamilton township, Franklin count;, has a cow three-quarters of the shorthorn breed which recently gave birth to a calf, which weighed, when tweff hours old, 120 pounds. I , ' On Saturday afternoonf. week, an unfortunate iramp had bo legs cut oft', near Thompsontown, o the middle division of Pennsylvaniaiilroad, while attempting to Bteal a le. He was taken to Mifflin on the f st passenger train west, where he has fence died. About the meanest jtck any low lived scamp can do, is tofyace a bench or other obstruction acrojim sidewalk on a dark night. Boys wh$ lo those tricks are in a fair way to bringip in the pen itentiary if they do not B et with a still worse end. jt . Considerable ex cltemep exists in the upper end regarding thej rs that have been raging on the rtountnins. The parties causing the fire ire threatened with violenoe by person ivlng near the mountains, and a subscjrber writes us that legal proceedings lute already been instituted against souiersons. List of Unclaimed Letters remaining In the Post-Ofilce at New Bloomfleld, Per ry County, Ta., January 1st, 1878 : Henrietta Anthony, Mm. Kate Bcrnhelaet, Mle Anna Brown, William Hughe", Lnther KarrB, James McCnlley, (foreign), Ml An na O'Donel, James M. KowelB, Mls Mary 8. Phatto. Mrs. Myron Trlckner, (laeby E. Wolf, Samuel M. Weltner, To Pro. C. 0. Persons calling for the above letters, will please say they are advertised. SAM'L. ltOATII, P. M. Surprise Parties. A very pleasnnt surprise party gathered at the residence of ltev. J. Edgar, pastor of the Presby terlnn church of this place on Christmas eve. The members of his church brought in many well filled baskets, whllo loads of wood, chickens, flour, etc., were brought in by others. The gathering whs a pleasant surprise to the pnitor, ami exceedingly creditable to his con gregation. The Methodist congregation of this place also made a similar call on Mr. C leaver, their pastor. Death's Doings. In the past week two of the old residents of Centre twp., have hren called to their long home. One of tliem was Mrs. Mary L. Moore, relict of Mr. William Moore. Her illness was short and her death was unexpected. Phe leaves such a record, that her chil dren and friends can safely feel thut she lins been called to a better world. The ether death we refer to is that of Mr. John Both, one of the oldest residents of the township. He was a successful firmer and a gentleman who was held in high esteem by his many friends. He was confined to his room for mauy months, but bore his sufferings with Christian resignation, and his friends can feel that death to him was a great (aln. Far Fetched. Isn't it about timetliat the Cou n ty Superln tenden t stopped brlngl n g persons here from a distance to instruct teachers and' citizens at the Institute, when we have actually better talent at home. There is no doubt that in the Institute just held, the best speakers, both in point of instruction and man ner of delivery, were those of our own county. We heard a great mnny per sons express their opinion upon this subject, and they were unanimous in saying that the home talent was not only fully equal to the imported, but was actually the best. If this to, and it is no doubt true, isn't it time io stop importing speakers and exporting the money paid for their services V ' If Institutes must be held, suppose the next Superintendent tries the exper iment of depending upon the clli&en& of the County for aid in making tie Insti tute a success. j Church Notices. Preaching in Lutheran church next Sabbath at 1(H A. M. Preaching in the M. E. next Sabbath at 1(H A. m. Sunday school at 9 A. i. Presbyterian preaching next Sunday at 11 A. M., and 04 P. M.,Prayetnieeting every Wednesday evening at (1 o'clock. Sunday School at 3 o'clock P. II. Does This fit You ?-Some of nf custom ers have apparently forgotten Iliat store accounts need to be paid. I wilt money and a little attention to this ij'jtice will save costs. F. MORTIMER. Boiiortcd ftflHE Times. T Twenty-Eighth Annual Session if the Perry County Teachers' Instijite. New Bloomfield, Peiy Co., Pa., December 24, 1877. The Convention was calle to order by Trof. Silas Wright, Co.,Supfrlntendent. The regular session was opened by Rev. Jno. Edgar, with readiig Scripture and prayer. Next In order vus the elec tion of institute orllcers, V. E. Baker, was elected Vice President Harry H. McKeehan and Geo. W. McQiunes, were elected Secretaries, lie time for opening and closing the eesion was de cided ; that we meet at 8 A M., close at 12 M. Meet at 1 P. M., clce at 4 P. M. Evening sessions subject to circumstan ces. Prof. Wright then lellvered the Annual address to the teasers ; closing by declaring the regular lininess opened and then introduced Mih M. Sanford of Swarthmore College, 'a. Miss 8., spoke to the young teaiers, saying, "Do not be satisfied wih doing only what you are paid for. fou will find three classes of pupils in every school. 1st. The small class wlo always do right. 2nd. The small cltss who always do wrong. 3rd. The luge class who always go with the mnjirity. Do not be over anxious whethir your pupils love you or not. Be sinsliiny. Bear and forbear." Music, " Woik for theXight is Com ing." . ' Followed by a " Word Jxerclse," con ducted by I. E. McGinn. Music, "There's Musloln the Air." " Accent exercises," b; Miss Sanford. Followed by J. Edgar a el W. E. Baker, who critized the accefc of the words used. It was conceded, hat Worcester was best for critical ufe, and Webster for definitions. Adjourned to 6:30. Monday Ev-.nino Institute opened win music, " Ho, Ho, Vacation days arejfere." Wallace Bruce, of Jiughkeepsle, N. Y., was introduced asivening lecturer. Subject: Washlngtonlrving. Prof. Wright remaried that this was the second time he hil the pleasure of introducing Mr. Brum to a Bloom field audience, and the thiil time to a Perry County audience. I In the analysis of 1-ving, Mr. Bruce referred to his work in the order in which they were written beginning with " Knickerbocker," written in his twenty-sixth year. He spoke of tills as the finest blending of the classic and the comic in our literature, and gave illustrations of Irvlng's style. He then passed to the Sketch Book the most charming collection of essays In our language, and gave as an analysis, essays of character and sentiment, English Pictures and American Legends, and Illustrated tills analysis by selections from "The Broken Heart," "The Wife," "Rip Van Winkle" and the "Legends of Sleepy Hollow." He then took up "Brainbridge Hall" and other works. Mr. Bruce closed his lecture with a brief and comprehensive sketch of Ir vlng's life and travels in many lands. Adjourned. Dec. 25. Institute called to order by Pres. Wright, opened by the reading of the 10th Psalm and prayer by Rev. J. J. Hamilton. The first exercise was a rmper by Miss Alice Conrad, subject, "What are the points of a good reading book!"' good solid mattei. The higher numbers should contain abstracts of Physiology, Philosophy, Hygiene and other science. In speaking of reading J. J. Hamilton said enunciation and articulation are cardinal points. W. E. Baker said San ders series are such as not to admit of his criticism. Music, "Upldee." Miss Sanford talked upon the subject of reading. Principle points. 1st. Create a desire for the noble. 2nd. Drill is the watchword. 3rd. Teach tone by contrast. 4th. Be the exponent of what you would have your pupils be. Closed by reciting " The Bell of the Atlantic." Music "The Blue Bells of Scotland," after which Wallace Bruce read " Ham let." He recommended the organiza tion of Shakesperlan clubs. Music, " Meek and Lowly." Answering of queries. Can pupils learn to speak and write correctly by parsing and analyzing sentences t Re ferred to G. W. Gehr. Mr. Gehr took a negative position. Revs. J. J. Hamil ton and Jno. Edgar, Messrs. 8. E. Buck and L. E. McGlnnes, took very strong affirmative grounds. The result was that accuracy Is gained only by parsing and analysis, they are kindred. Mr. Edgar said that analysis should be sub ordinate to parsing. A motion offered by W. E. Baker, re questing C. A. Barnet, Esq., to read a selection from Longfellow at It o'clock, A. M., Wednesday, was seconded and unanimously agreed to. Adjourned. 1 P. M. Pres. in chair. Music, "Sun of my Soul." A paper by L. E. McGlnnes, " How I teach Penmanship." 1st. Classify pu pils. 2nd. They should have books suited to their ability. 3rd. Be syste matic in opening and closing exercises. 4th. Be careful to have the pupils hold the pen correctly. He gave illustrations on tne board. Select reading by Miss Alice Conrad. Subject, " May Days." Referred questions. Has any thing great been accomplished in u prosaic mood t answered in the negative by W. E. Baker. Where is the rainless district of South America V answered by Miss M. Uhler, giving the line separating the wet and u ry. How is a letter made to form more than one sound answered by E. .W. Snyder, J. J. Hamilton and W. E. Baker. What islands of Oceanica belong to Great Britain V Miss Lizzie Huflerd an swered, Australia, New Zeuland and Tasmania. A talk on composition, by Miss San ford. Excellence, attention on part of the teacher will lie copied and adopted by the pupil. Elegance of expression. Be cautious how you critcise. Reading exercise. Conducted by J. J. Hamilton, eight pupils in the class. The exercise was interesting. Music, " Robinson Crusoe." E. H. Potter, of the firm of Potter, Ainsworth & Co., N. Y., Then gave u talk on penmanship. Adjourned. Tuesday, 7 P. M. Miss May Uhler read a paper on "Historic Places of Pennsylvania." Spoke of the founding of Phila. Harris Ferry (now Harrisburg) Pittsburgh and many other places of note, the massacre of Wyoming and Cherry Valley, battle grounds of Bran dywlne and Fort Du Quesne, and La fayette's visit to the Interior of the Key stone State. Music, " Joy and Gladness," Christ mas Anthem. Prof. Wright then intro duced to the Institute, M. Marianna Gibbons of Phlla. as evening lectures. Her subject was Wm. Penn and his times. She began by giving the early history ofPenna.,a Quaker wedding. In 175(1 the backwoods consisted of the most fertile portion of Lancaster county. Pennsylvania's growth was rapid com pared to that of some of the other colo nies. This progress was due to Wm. Penn. Sir Wm. Penn, the father of the " Great Apostle" gained the victory of Lowestrelfe over the Dutch in 1065. This she declared to be one of the most im portant events in human history. The slanders of Macaulay were spoken of at length. Miss G., denied that Penn had at any time treated the Indians as the great English historian asserts. The lecturess closed with an earnest plea against political corruption. Music, " Work for the Night is Com ing." Adjourned. . Wednesday, 26, 9 A. M. Institute opened by thereadlngof the 23rd. Psalm, and prayer by Rev. J. J. Hamilton. E. H. Potter talked on spelling, com position and Natural History. He brought out the following points. Teach spelling by writing with pen. Teach geography by map drawing. Teach Nat ural History by finding the tastes of you pupils. Take for subjects, the fly, cockroach, wasp, spider, and things with which tbey are at all times associ ated. " The study of English History" by W. E. Baker, was the next paper read. ' The destinies of an oppressed people were decided by the patriotism of speakers like Patrick Henry, Adams and others. Events which requlreyears to develop them can be read in an hour. The student of history learns to " labor and to wait" in times of great political commotions. Chorography and Topog raphy are essentials in learning the facts of battles and military tactics. His tory does not record a single instance of a happy government ruled by priesthood or prelate, hence liberty in religion and free education are safeguards. A mon grel language Is an evidence of mixed descent. The experience of England should teach us to avoid those missteps which drove her to the wall during the fierce fire of continental commotions. Important lessons are learned at fear ful cost. Music, " Who Is He In Yonder Stall." A tulk on Ancient History was then given by Miss Sanford, " There is no good lost," " Evil will not thrive." As examples: Ctesar, the Gracchi; Char lenlgne, each a history In themselves. The castes, and as results, take the superstition and degradation of the Egytlans. Physical drill, conducted by L. E. McGlnnes. Chas. A. Barnett, Esq., as per request read a poem from Longfellow, entitled Monturl Salutamus. Music, " Deck the Hall with Boughs or Holly." Queries answered Penn studied law at Lincoln's Tnn, wherels ItV Answered by J. W. McKee. The Ins of Court were four In number. The "Inner Temple," 41 Middle Temple," " Lin coln's Inn" and " Gray's Inn." They were situated between London and Westminister the place for holding the Kings' Court. Lincoln Inn became an Inn of the Court in 1310. Named from the proprietor the Earl of Lincoln during the reign of Edward II. What town in Siberia is largely en gaged in the tea trade V Miss A. Segar answered Kiakhta. How would you have your pupils correct incorrect sen tences? B. F. Buck waiter answered, by constant drill, avoid Inaccuracies. Are the sentences, " I feel badly," "Theatr bites keen, "correct? W. E. Bak er,J. J. Hamilton.Chas. A. Barnett, 8. B. Kerr, G. C. Palm, J. Edgar, J. Kretzlng B. F. Junkin participated in the discus sion. The weight of opinion favored saying bad when we refer to the state of the mind or body ; badly if we refer to the sense of feeling. . Adjourned. Wednesday 1 P. M., called to order by Pres. Wright. Music, " There's Music in the Air." A paper was read by G. C. Palm, sub ject " Heating and Ventilating. Ex plained the paper by an illustration on the board. A paper, " Transitive Verb," by 8. E. Buck, gave definitions as given by va rious authors. One of the chief diffi culties is for pupils to determine whether a verb has an object on which the action terminates. Gave as a "general rule," that a verb which makes sense with me, thee, him, her, it and them after it, is transitive. There are verbs that may be used in a transitive sense. As definite of a transitive verb, Mr. B. said any verb that has a direct object after it or before it is transitive, be that object noun, pronoun, infinitive or clause. Music, " River, River." Pronouncing exercise, geographical names. Conducted by 8. B. Fahnstock. Query. Is a contract binding, made between school directors and teachers to the effect that if teachers do attend In stitute, they will not take the time off their term ; answered by W. N. Seibert, Esq. : " Such contract is void, because against public policy, and the teacher is not bound by it. Mr. Edgar presented further question : What effect has the argument that the waiver of the exemp tion law by individual, proves that a teacher can waive ? answered by Seibert. That is no argument, the exemption law is for the personal, benefit of the indi vidual ; he can waive his personal privi lege, but he can not waive that which is not for hlB benefit, but for the benefit of the public, as Institutes are. Question by G. C. Palm. Are not Directors a part of the public ? answered by Seibert; " Yes ; but that avails not, as the law is mandatory on them to allow the time. " Physical exercise regulated In the Primary SchoolB," a paper by Miss A. M. Pussmore. Points : If moral train ing is necessary, physical is imperative, teach that sickness is a crime, the result of carelessness; have your rooms clean, no dust ; teach one movement at a time. Music, "Robinson Crusoe." Miss Sanford. A talk. Adjourned. 7 P. M. Wednesday evening. Music, " Meek and Lowly. Lecture by Miss Sanford. The "Chil dren at Home." She called attention to the fact that too many children do not receive that training which would fit them for useful, noble life. That pa rents are so engrossed in business and providing for the physical wants of their children, that they neglect their souls. They are not gentle and tender as they should be, and so shut out from their homes and hearts, the glory and blessing which love brings. It is not riches that makes a happy home, but thoughtful kindness and un selfish devotion to the happiness of others. It is of vital importance that children be taught obedience, a lesson which Is sadly neglected. The stability and glory of our nation depends upon the habits of obedience formed in child hood. Parents should study the dispo sition of their children. Music, Song and chorus, " Ffty years ago." A paper by 8. B. Fahnstock. Meth ods of conducting and advantages of a Lyceum." He said Lyceums bind to gether the doctor, lawyer, minister, teacher, director and all In the commu nity. They are purely American. They are schools In which the members may learn some of the finest points of knowl edge. He gave several methods of con ducting Lyceums. Rev. J. Edgar and A. M. Markel, Esq., were appointed as committee to conduct the election of a committe on Permanent Certificates. Committee elected on Permanent certificates, L. E. McGlnnes. S. B. Fahnstock, W. E. Bakor, L. B. Kerr, H. C. Gantt. Music, "Sun of my Soul." Adjourned. Thursday, 27th, 0 A. M. Pres. in chair. Opening exercises by W. E. Baker Scripture and prayer. J. E. Stephens read a paper" Should a definite portion of a teacher's time be devoted to hearing recitations and the re mainder to Imparting instruction ? Mr. S. said that in every school there are those who listen with great attention to sketches of eminent persons, or a talk on objects surrounding them. I would not exclude the text book, but the tacher must draw from the pupil original ex pression. Place before your pupil sources of knowledge that will act as incentives to moral education. Queries Give the principal part of the words heel, dread, close, blind, need, play, live, raise and free. Responded to by J. M. Flicklnger. What do we mean by " ttlun up" and "sign down?" Answered by J.J. Hamilton When the moon is on the opposite side of the ecliptic gives rise to the expression "sign up" and "sign down.'' The expression is the result of Ignorance and superstition. When the horns of the moon aredown.the moon Is South of ecliptic; when the horns of the moon are up, it is North of the ecliptic. 1 here is a chemical action In the moon which has an influence on terrestrial otjects, but the sign up and down 1ms w much influence on the turning up of shingles and rotting of posts as ' a cat sleeping on the garret." To represent the earth's path around the sun correctly, Bliould the circle be drawn on a floor, or on a blackboard ? Answered by J. J. Hamilton, "One is as good as the other." Was Missouri admitted as a State under the " Missouri Compromise" ? J. J. Hamilton. The State was admit ted by the act, but not under it. Are mental conditions of the teacher transmitted to the pupil ? Mrs. Ida Wilson answered, no. Miss Sanford, J. P. Long, W. C. Gantt, J. J. Hamilton, N. E. Baker, G. C. Palm answered. The laws of God and Man hold the teacher responsible for any lack of knowledge which he could gain through one, or any of the advantages he may have. A teacher must make use of all means in his reach. Music, "Work for thenightjis coming." " Methods of Letter-writing," by J. Willis Westlake, of Millersville Stato Normal School. There is no parent who does not want his child to know how to write letters. If you want a Eositlon In store or bank you often fail ecause you do not know how to spell, often the result of pronounciation. A good letter requires good grammar, good composition, and should conform to that which is recognized in good society as proper. An iudiflerent letter shows ig norance. A neat letter shows culture, education and exactness. Letter-writing should be taught in the common schools. If pupils do not wish to write composi tions, get them to write letters to their brothers or some one in the school. In this way, you teach composition and letter-writing at the same time. Miss Sanford recited "Sandalohon" from Longfellow. Rev. J. J. Hamilton gave a mathe matical exercise with illustrations on the blackboard. Music, " Home, Home, can I forget thee?" C. A. Barnett, Esq., read a selection from Longfellow, Keramos. The subject of spelling was then taken up by Miss Sanford, who spoke of the im portance of drill in spelling. Though we do some new let us not forget the old. Even the little children are patient in a spelling recitation because they know they can master their words. Be fore recitation, pronounce all the words for your pupils. Assign short lessons. Adjourned. 1 P. M. Music, "How Gentle God's com mands." ' Is uniformity In school books desira ble ? How should they be selected ? How may it be most speedily reached? Pre sented by L. B. Kerr. Uniformity is desirable, there is no question but that it would be a great move onward. The teacher should have a voice with the director In selecting books. Intro ducing books gradually is a wrong move. After considerable discussion the sense of the Institute was taken on the first portion of the question resulting in a unanimous decision favoring" uniformi ty In school books." The Pres. then closed the discussion by proroguing it until 6:30 P. M. History and Geography, by S. B. Fahnstock. Teach History and Geography togeth er at the beginning of the history recita tions let the pupils draw a skeleton map. Say of North America, locate San Sal vador show what nations discovered and settled each portion of the U. 8., distin guishing these localities by a cross, for Spain, a circle for France, three lines for England. In studying the geography of a state, Say Virginia ask where is Jamestown ? It was destroyed during Bacon's Rebellion. Hdw did Capes Charles and Henry derive their names? What prominent explorer settled and explored the Virginia of 10117? Capt. Smith. J. Willis Westlake resumed the sub ject of letter writing. "Primary methods in addition and penmanship." Theo. Lightner. Illustra ted on the board. Reading by Miss Sanford, " Edinburg after Flodden." The Committee to attend the Stat teacher's association was appointed, con sisting of 8. B. Fahnstock, J. E.Ste phens, L. E. McGinnes, A. l'assmore, L. E. Huflerd, Alice Conrad. 6:30 P. M., Thursday evening. Reci tation by G. W. Gehr, "The Judge and the Witness." The question " How should school books be selected ?" Mr. Kerr favored a committee being elected from the In stitute to select if not an entire, a part of a series. We cannot go behind the law. How shall we reach the Legisla ture ? W. E. Baker. Instead of getting nearer we are getting further and farther away from the desirable end. It is not the fault of the teacher, the director, or the citizen, it is the fault of the law. Not the fault of the director, because it is not his line; it is the educator the intelligent teacher with the director; and all who are interested In education. These should select the books. G. C. Palm, Let every teacher talk the mat ter over with the director bring every thing to bear, and let each director in form himself on the subject and in con vention nextMay let them adopt a series. Mr. Kerr offered the following resolu tion that : "A committee of five teach- CONClCnBD OK EIGHTH PA0E.
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