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... given to what is commonly called text - book knowledge . Possibly more manual training might be provided , and certain simple trades more fully taught . Certainly there should at least be more provision for elementary mechanical drawing ...
... given to what is commonly called text - book knowledge . Possibly more manual training might be provided , and certain simple trades more fully taught . Certainly there should at least be more provision for elementary mechanical drawing ...
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... given to the condition of the feeble - minded . The per- petual custodial care of such adults , especially of women , is now generally recognized as a State duty . The most impor- tant measure for their welfare has been the ...
... given to the condition of the feeble - minded . The per- petual custodial care of such adults , especially of women , is now generally recognized as a State duty . The most impor- tant measure for their welfare has been the ...
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... given . CHANGES IN THE BOARD . The treasurer of the Board , Mr. C. B. Tillinghast , has been acting secretary since May 19 , when leave of absence was granted to Mr. Hill . Since that time Mr. Tillinghast , without compen- sation and ...
... given . CHANGES IN THE BOARD . The treasurer of the Board , Mr. C. B. Tillinghast , has been acting secretary since May 19 , when leave of absence was granted to Mr. Hill . Since that time Mr. Tillinghast , without compen- sation and ...
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... given as follows : artisans and mechanics , 26 ; farmers , 13 ; traders , 11 ; superintendents and foremen , 7 ; railroad employees , 5 ; salesmen , 3 ; bookkeepers and clerks , 3 ; engineers , 2 ; contractors , 2 ; pro- fessional men ...
... given as follows : artisans and mechanics , 26 ; farmers , 13 ; traders , 11 ; superintendents and foremen , 7 ; railroad employees , 5 ; salesmen , 3 ; bookkeepers and clerks , 3 ; engineers , 2 ; contractors , 2 ; pro- fessional men ...
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... given by Mrs. Florence Howe Hall , on " The Cardinal Points of Good Manners ; " by Mr. Edward H. Griggs , on " St. Francis of Assisi " and on " Savonarola ; " by Mr. A. E. Kempton , on " Nova Scotia " ( illustrated by stereopticon ) ...
... given by Mrs. Florence Howe Hall , on " The Cardinal Points of Good Manners ; " by Mr. Edward H. Griggs , on " St. Francis of Assisi " and on " Savonarola ; " by Mr. A. E. Kempton , on " Nova Scotia " ( illustrated by stereopticon ) ...
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Page 195 - In place of a part or the whole of this test, the candidate may present an exercise book, properly certified by his instructor, containing compositions or other written work done in connection with the reading of the book.
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Page 234 - WHOEVER has made a voyage up the Hudson must remember the Kaatskill mountains. They are a dismembered branch of the great Appalachian family, and are seen away to the west of the river, swelling up to a noble height, and lording it over the surrounding country. Every change of season, every change of weather, indeed every hour of the day, produces some change in the magical hues and shapes of these mountains; and they are regarded by all the good wives, far and near, as perfect barometers.
Page 148 - General History of Connecticut. From its First Settlement under George Fenwick to its Latest Period of Amity with Great Britain prior to the Revolution, including a Description of the Country and many curious and interesting Anecdotes. By a Gentleman of the Province. London : 1781.
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Page 62 - The only true equalizers in the world are books; the only treasure-house open to all comers is a library; the only wealth which will not decay is knowledge; the only jewel which you can carry beyond the grave is wisdom.
Page 47 - I give and bequeath to the Boston Public Library the sum of $5,000 as a fund, the income of which is to be used for the purchase of such old and rare books as shall be fitly selected to augment the collection known as the John A. Lewis Library.
Page 195 - Anabasis, directed to testing the candidate's mastery of the ordinary' forms, constructions, and idioms of the language.
Page 15 - With the Statements of Commander U. Cagni upon the Sledge Expedition to 86° 34' North, and of Dr. A. Cavalli Molinelli upon his return to the Bay of Teplitz. Translated by William Le Queux.
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