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Cortland
Evening Standard, Wednesday, April 28, 1897.
THE PROJECTOSCOPE AT C. A. A. HALL.
The
people of Cortland will on Wednesday, Thursday and Friday nights have an
opportunity to see the greatest and latest invention of the wizard, Thos. A.
Edison, the projectoscope, a machine that puts life into pictures. This will be
one of the greatest attractions of the season. This marvel of the nineteenth
century will be brought here at a great expense.
It is
almost unnecessary to describe the effects of this wonderful machine. As one
looks upon the screen the ocean appears, the waves break upon the rocks, the spray
rises and falls in showers, the dripping rocks are at one time covered and the
next minute left bare by the receding tide. Soldiers will be seen at drill, mounted
policemen on a charge, firemen going to and fighting a fire, trains of cars at
lightning speed will be seen to cross the stage, the dancer dances for you,
every step reproduced upon the screen.
In
connection with the projectoscope, Prof. Foley's famous dissolving views will
be presented, and illustrated songs by Signor Bacigalupa, the great Italian baritone
singer.
About
the C. A. A.
The board
of governors of the C. A. A. met last night, and formally accepted and decided
upon the date, Thursday, June 17, for the state circuit bicycle races. Some
fast men are expected, as the state circuit races are at Binghamton on
Wednesday, at Utica on Friday and at Syracuse on Saturday. Officers for the
meet will be chosen next Wednesday night.
H. H.
Pudney has been chosen by the association as its collector, to look after the
collection of dues.
Lamont
Was His Pupil.
Jefferson Kingman of this city had for his
guest yesterday, F. M. Benjamin, an old schoolmate. The latter is a prominent attorney
of Cortland county, and at one time had for his pupil, Hon. D. S. Lamont,
ex-secretary of war. Mr. Benjamin refers to this fact with considerable pride.
He asserts that Lamont's success was due to a worthy ambition, early formed, to
attain a lofty position in life.
The friends of Mr. Benjamin believe however,
that the dream of the aspiring law student was, in a measure at least, made
easy of realization because fortune placed him in the way of so astute and agreeable
teacher as Mr. Benjamin.—Binghamton Republican.
INSTITUTE
AT HOMER.
Normal
Teachers Contribute to Interesting and Instructive Sessions.
The teachers' institute of the
Second District convened for its second session Tuesday
morning. After opening exercises Prof. A. B. Blodgett, the lecturer of the
previous evening, occupied the first period. His remarks were spirited and to
the point. Self-control, he considered, to be the most important requisite for
success in a teacher. Control yourself, be master of every situation and you
can govern your pupils.
A vote of thanks was extended to Prof.
Blodgett for his most helpful talk.
After recess Miss Helen M. Goodhue of Cortland
Normal took up the subject of drawing. Her remarks were not theory, but actual
practice. Lapboards and paper were distributed to the members of the institute
and she conducted a class in perspective drawing. The exercise proved very
helpful to those preparing for the uniform examination. She will continue the
work to-day.
Dr. Cheney, not being present at the opening
of the afternoon session, Conductor Sanford
occupied the time with a talk on "Physiology and Hygiene." He reviewed
the temperance law of last winter appealing to the teachers to enforce the
spirit as well as the letter of the law.
About 3 o'clock the members were delighted to
see the genial countenance of Cortland's
popular [Normal School] principal at the door. Dr. Cheney's face wore the bloom
of healthful exercise. From the preface of his remarks he would have one
believe that he encountered a gentle (?) northern breeze in his ride to Homer.
But bicycle exercise has not lessened the doctor's enthusiasm. His subject was,
"Some Essentials of a Good Teacher." The first essential, said Dr.
Cheney, is good health. A good physique should belong to every teacher. The second
requisite is a good mind, i. e., a well informed, a well disciplined mind, one
able to observe and use good judgment. The third essential is a good heart, i.
e., a good soul, a good self.
The evening lecture by Hon. Charles E. Fitch
was well attended. He repeated the lecture on "Ulysses S. Grant,"
delivered Monday evening in Cortland, an outline of which was given in
Tuesday's STANDARD. The lecturer impressed his audience with his familiarity
with history, freedom of manner and command of English. The department
displayed excellent judgment in selecting a man so admirably fitted to present
important features of history.
The Baptist church of Homer has been very
kindly offered for the lecture Thursday evening. Dr. Sanford will give his illustrated
lecture, "Winter in Florida and the Bahamas," notwithstanding all
previous announcements to the contrary.
To-night at 8 o'clock Prof. Wm. G. Ward of
Syracuse will give a lecture on
"Michael
Angelo."
The program for to-morrow is as follows:
THURSDAY MORNING.
9:00—9:15—Opening
Exercises.
9:15—10:00—Subjects
Taught in Primary Grades, Miss Eggleston.
10:00—10:15—Recess.
10:15—11:00—Teaching English, Conductor
11:00—11:15—Recess.
11:15—12:00—Methods
of Teaching Reading, Miss Eggleston.
AFTERNOON.
2:00—2:15—Opening
exercises.
2:15—3:00—Seeing
and Hearing, Conductor.
3:00—3:15—Recess.
3:15—4:00—First
Lessons in Reading, Miss Eggleston.
INSTITUTE
AT CORTLAND.
Very
Delightful Reception at Central School—Exercises To-day.
Miss Rice occupied two periods Tuesday
afternoon in a manner at once instructive and interesting. This part of her
work was full of suggestive hints by which the drawing work may be made practical
in illustrating other subjects. In her talk upon grammar Miss Caroline Monell
Curry spoke of the functions of words, and the value of judicious questioning; illustrating
what she said by a class exercise in which the point of the lesson taught was
developed in a manner to prove the value of the theories already advanced.
The reception given at the Central school
building last night by the superintendent and teachers of the public schools,
was greatly enjoyed. The addition of rugs, chairs, tables and lamps had
transformed the large upper hall into a beautiful receptionroom [sic], where the
guests were received by Prof. and Mrs. Smith, Mr. and Mrs. Stillman, Miss Turner
and Miss Van Hoesen. Music by McDermott's
orchestra, conversation in great abundance and refreshments combined to make a
most enjoyable evening. Then there was the initial contest, in which the prize,
a silver teaspoon, was awarded to Miss Minnie Jones of Marathon, but from which
all had a share of fun.
WEDNESDAY MORNING.
As yesterday, the institute joined in the opening
exercises of the Normal. Prof. McLachlan's subject was, "The Genesis of
Method." He spoke of the importance of skill in various departments of
labor, so illustrating the supreme importance of skilled labor where not
inanimate material, but living and immortal souls, is to be worked upon. He
said that good methods are important, subject matter more so, but above all,
sterling integrity of character. This, the teacher must possess, and this he
must impart to his pupils, or his mission is imperfectly performed.
Supervisor Downing is no stranger to the
teachers of this county; he was welcomed heartily, and his address upon "English"
listened to with closest attention. "The purpose of studying English is to
make all the pupils (as far as possible) masters of the mother tongue.''
It is not too much to say that no stronger
or better work has been done in this institute, than Miss Curry's upon "Language."
This study should begin before the study of grammar, be continued through, and
long after grammar is finished; a careful, systematic training, leading the
pupil to use correct language instinctively. To this end, study literature,
art, nature, and through these cultivate imagination and stimulate the
spiritual side of nature.
To-night Conductor McLachlan lectures upon "John
Brown" at Normal hall.
The program for to-morrow is as follows:
THURSDAY MORNING.
9:00 Opening
Exercises.
9:15 Mental
Arithmetic, Conductor.
10:15 Geography,
Miss Gale.
12:15 Advanced
Reading, Conductor.
AFTERNOON.
1:30 Geography,
Miss Gale.
2:30 Intermediate
Reading, Conductor.
3:30 Class
Exercises in Reading, Miss Cleary
Setting
a Good Example.
Editor Branday of the Whitney Point Reporter
will erect a temporary building for his office at Whitney Point at once. As
soon as he gets in shape he intends to build a brick block which will be the
pride of the village. For a time his paper will be published from the office of
the Broome County Herald at Chenango Forks. Mr. Branday will go to New York
this week for the purpose of purchasing a new outfit to replace the one burned.—Binghamton
Republican.
OLD
LADIES' COUNTRY HOME.
More
Room Wanted—An Effort to Secure Help for Building.
The Old Ladies' Country Home which was
started last fall on a farm west of Cortland,
has become so popular that it is already full and more room is needed for
sleeping apartments. Several applicants are already waiting to be received. It
has been proposed to ask the pastors of the churches to look into this matter and
to take steps which may lead toward securing the money for building the addition.
We would be glad if each pastor would appoint two ladies in his church to take
the matter in charge and we would welcome to our doors every pastor and all interested
who may come to see what we need and how we are getting along.
We would
recommend as treasurer of the proposed fund Dr. W. J. Moore or Mr. J. A. Jayne.
MRS. E. M. MOORE, Matron.
Recent gifts to the Home include
subscription to Christian Work, Mrs. E. S. Pomeroy,
Homer; seven cans fruit and pickles, Mrs. Edgar Harrington, Cortland; washbowl
and pitcher, a friend; cabbage salad, Mrs. Jane Hatfield; four towels, a friend;
sheets and pillowcases, a friend; bedquilt, a friend; Christian Herald, Mrs. J.
A. Jayne, Cortland.
New
Musical Instructor.
From 2 to 5 o'clock Monday afternoon, May 3,
Mr. A. B. Kingsley will be at the music studio of the late Miss C. A. Covil in
the Wickwire building, where he will be pleased to meet all the pupils who were
formerly under her instruction, with their parents. Mr. Kingsley was formerly a
pupil of Miss Covil, and is now a pupil of Dr. Geo. A. Parker of Syracuse university.
Having had a number of years' experience in teaching and being thoroughly
conversant with Miss Covil's methods, pupils could be advanced without embarrassment
from a change of teachers.
Purchased
Lake View.
Mr. Charles E. Rowe, who has rented his hotel
opposite the fair grounds, has purchased the Lake View House in the eastern
part of the town of Willet, this county, near Smithville Flats. This is a
summer hotel and is located on one of the prettiest small lakes in this
section. The place is fast gaining favor as a pleasure resort. Mr. Rowe says
that the hotel is for sale or rent.
BREVITIES.
—The remains of the late Dr. E. Winter were
taken from the receiving vault at the cemetery this morning and removed to
Marathon for interment.
—All subscribers to the Cortland Baseball
association are requested to meet at Fireman's hall this evening at 8 o'clock for
the purpose of organizing.
—J. C. Seager, 71 North Main-st., has
carpenters at work making marked improvements upon his house, one of them being
a very artistic front veranda.
—Prof. A. C. McLachlan will to-night deliver
his lecture upon "John Brown" before the teachers' institute at
Normal hall a t 8 o'clock. The public is cordially invited.
—Mr. H. C. Hemenway of 130 Clinton-ave. has
a White Pekin duck that recently laid an
egg that measures in circumference one way 7 1/4 inches and the other way 8 5/8
inches in size.
—The Fortnightly club to-night at the residence
of Mr. T. H. Wickwire give the play "The Chaperon" for the benefit of
the Woman's Auxiliary of the Y. M. C. A. The
entertainment begins at 8 o'clock sharp. Ladies are requested to remove their
hats.
—New
display advertisements to-day are—H. O. Stone, Dry Goods, page 8; Dey Bros. &
Co., Boys' Clothing, page 4; Warner Rood, "The Twelve
Temptations," page 5; Case & Ruggles, "Dress Goods,"
page 6; I. Whiteson, We Quit Business, page 6.
—W. J. Mantanye as attorney for the
mortgagee, Mrs. Arminda B. Corwin, sold at mortgage foreclosure at the courthouse
this morning the farm of ninety-eight acres known as the Pendleton farm located
south of the village on the Pendleton-st. road. The mortgagee purchased it at
$1,600, subject to prior claims amounting to $3,825.
HOMER.
Gleanings
of News From Our Twin Village.
HOMER, April 28. Those wishing to see W. H.
Foster with regard to licenses can do so on any day of this week except Friday
afternoon after 9 o'clock at which time he will be in Marathon.
A son was born to Mr. and Mrs. Michael McCallan,
Sunday evening.
The supper served by the Salvation Army in
their hall last evening was very largely attended and its pecuniary benefit to
the corps was a great one. Besides benefiting the army from a financial
standpoint a great deal of praise and honor is reflected upon them for the
giving of meals to poor children, who very seldom have a wholesome meal of
victuals at their homes. Aside from the matter of feeding the hungry the
Salvation Army of this place has done a great deal of good work in the way of
clothing the poor, taking care of the sick and becoming friends of all those who
are in distress and trouble. Surely the people of Homer will consider it a
pleasure to do anything in their power to help along this good work. The army
at the present time need funds very badly and those wishing to help them in any
way will kindly express their desire to the treasurer of the corps, Mrs. Gates.
Gershom W. Bradford and W. J. Perkins of
Cortland were in town on business yesterday.
Isaac Smith of Syracuse made a business trip
to this place yesterday morning.
Mr. Albert L. Spicer, who for some time past
has been visiting friends and relatives in Pitcher, returned to his home yesterday.
Mi. Fred C. Atwater was in Moravia on
business yesterday.
On Friday evening of this week a dancing
party is to be given in G. A. R. hall by the Assassination club. Music for the
occasion is to be furnished by Babcock's orchestra. Arrangements are being made
for a very nice party.
Adj. Allen will speak in the Methodist
Church this evening on the work of the Salvation Army.
McGRAWVILLE.
Crisp
Local Happenings at the Corset City.
A large crowd was near the old cemetery Tuesday
evening watching for the ghost, but he seemed to be disgusted with the
treatment he received on Monday evening and did not reward the weary watchers.
School is closed this week on account of the
teachers' institute held in Cortland.
Any one who misses the "Merry
Milkmaids" operetta on Thursday evening, April 29,
will be sorry all the rest of his life. Following is the cast of characters:
Queen, Mrs. W. J. Buchanan.
Dorothy (the bride,) Miss Nellie Manzer.
Monico (Indian fortuneteller), Mrs. Charles
Healy.
Margery, Mrs. F. H. Forshee.
Janet, Miss Jessie Pritchard.
Clara, Mrs. Lee L. Wellman.
Juanita, Mrs. E. B. Wood.
Captain (Farmers' Brigade,) E. Fancher
Kinney.
Jolly Farmers, C. C. Wilcox and Louis Marks.
Myrtle, Miss Nellie Benjamin.
Maude, Miss Lena Masten.
Fay, Miss Lena Parker.
Ruth, Miss Maude Beers.
Alma, Miss Maude Purchas.
Blanche, Miss Maude Kelley.
Judge, Lee L. Wellman.
Commodore and Beggar, Rollo Dibble.
Farmer Joe, Fred D. Graves.
Doctor and Peddler, Charles D. McGraw.
Anita, Miss Lida Rumsey.
Farmer Jim (bridegroom,) Fred Maricle.
Farmers' Brigade, Arlie Ensign, John D. Gutchess,
Jr., Howard Masten, Alonzo H. D. Mudge, Jr., George Hoag, John Riar.
Pianist, Mrs. Lena Healey.
Violinist, Prof. F. D. Hollenbeck.
The operetta [all local cast] is given under
the management of Miss Winifred Amelia Smith. Prices 20 and 25 cents. Reserved
seats at C. D. Fish's store.
Miss Bertha Ramsey, who has been in Ithaca
for treatment, returned home to-day.
The McGraw Corset Co.'s paper box department
received orders for over 50,000 boxes Tuesday.
Mr. Brucher and Miss Minnie Hinds of DeRuyter
were guests at R. Clegg's Tuesday.
Mr. and Mrs. J. K. Greenwood have gone to
South Otselic to attend the funeral of Mrs. David Rogers who was formerly a
resident of McGrawville.
Hon. Delos McGraw and his sister, Mrs. H. M.
Kingman, went to Cincinnatus to-day to spend the summer at Mrs. Kingman's home.
There was a narrow escape from fire at the
postoffice Tuesday night caused by a lamp falling. Burning oil was scattered, but
was extinguished without any serious damage.
Wm. Martin has started out delivering a load
of nursery stock just received.
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