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Nolan, and Cothren, after which the Institute adjourned until 9 o'clock the following morning.

After calling to order, and registering the names, the following committees were then appointed:

On Criticism--Mary Boynton, Hettie Proseus, and Ellen Story.
On Reporting--T. S. Allen, G. Carter, and W. E. Clifford.

Exercises were then conducted, in Geography, by Mr. Warner; in Mental Arithmetic, by Prof. Hovey; in Language, by Prof. Pickard; and a ten minutes speech by Alex. Wilson.

At 2 o'clock Mr. Wilson conducted an exercise in Mental Arithmetic; after which there was a general discussion upon the best method of conducting recitations.

Mr. Rogers then conducted an exercise in Written Arithmetic, and the exercises concluded with a ten minutes speech from Prof. Nolan.

A 7 o'clock P. M. an address was delivered by Prof. Pickard in regard to the nature, influence, uses, and objects of Teachers' Institutes.

The following resolution was introduced by Judge Cothren as a proper subject for discussion:

WHEREAS, The State, by enacting a Free School law, and providing for the education of all her children, has recognized the great principle that it is the duty of the State to educate her children, therefore,

Resolved, That the State should complete her work by enacting a law enforcing the attendance of every sane child in the State, in some school, long enough to acquire a common school education.

A discussion was kept up until the close of the evening by Messrs. Cothren, Hovey, Gray, Nolan, Curtis, Commins, Pickard, Warren, Foster, Allen, and Wilson.

After the opening exercises on Wednesday morning, Mr. Warren con ducted an exercise in Geography, and the school of Prof. Nolan was introduced. Mr. Pickard explained the rain gauges. A drill in language was conducted by Mr. Foster. Mr, Warren talked ten minutes upon "Things versus Words." Prof. Hovey continued with remarks on the same subject; and, after a discussion on general subjects, the morning exercises were concluded with a drill in language by Prof. Pickard.

After roll call and music, an invitation was extended to the Institute by Mr. Allen, in behalf of Mr. Bracken, to visit the Zinc Furnace and Copper Diggings, which was, on motion, accepted.

Messrs. Wilson and Rogers conducted exercises in mental arithmetic, and arithmetical combinations, and the latter closed with an exercise in practical arithmetic.

At 6 o'clock the members of the Institute in a body visited the Zinc Furnace, and expressed themselves much pleased with the visit and the attention shown them.

Prof. Nolan opened the exercises of the evening with an address on "Teachers' Responsibilities," after which the following resolution, presented by B. C. Rogers, was taken up and discussed:

WHEREAS, It is an observed fact that men regard most what costs the most, there

fore,

Resolved, That all the school funds of the State ought to be distributed according to the aggregate attendance in each district, rather than, as at present, according to the aggregate number of youth between the prescribed ages residing in the district.

The discussion was maintained by Messrs. Rogers, Curtis, Pickard, Hovey, and others.

Mr. Gray offered the following resolution, which was laid over for discussion until an other evening:

Resolved, That female teachers should receive equal pay with male teachers, for the same services as well rendered.

It being suggested that the ladies take part in the discussion, Misses. Proseus and Story were appointed to furnish essays on the subject.

On Thursday morning, after opening the exercises, Mr. Hovey illustrated his method of teaching Physical Geography, with remarks upon natural divisions, winds, etc.

Miscellaneous exercises occupied a few minutes, and Mr. Foster gave instruction in reading and elocution.

At two o'clock, P. M. it was announced that a report of the various Institutes of the State would be prepared by Chancellor Barnard, copies of which would be furnished for twenty five cents, when many of the teachers subscribed for the same.

A drill in arithmetical combinations was conducted by B. C. Rogers; and spelling exercises by W. E. Clifford and Prof. Hovey.

The question of prizes was then generally discussed.

Printed programmes containing the order of school exercises were recommended to all teachers.

After a drill in written arithmetic, an invitation to visit the school houses of Messrs. Nolan and Wilson, was accepted.

On Friday Mr. Gray conducted an exercise in reading, and Mr. Warren in mathematics. Prof. Hovey then resumed his lecture on Winds and Currents, and explained the philosophy of the trade winds, the theory of storms, etc. After a discussion of the manner of conducting primary schools, Mr. Foster spoke on the subject of thoroughness in teaching, and closed by reading Bryant's poem, "The mosquito."

At 2 o'clock, P. M, Prof. Hovey lectured on Geographical Names; Prof. Pickard on the English Language, and Mr. Rogers on the Association of Ideas; Prof. Hovey resumed his remarks on Physical Geography, illustrating the cause and operation of the Tides and the Gulf Stream. The

essays of Misses Story and Proseus, on the subject of the wages of female teachers, were read.

The Institute epened with music at 7 o'clock, after which Chancellor Barnard delivered an address replete with practical suggestions in regard to our system of schools, and showing the duty of the people in relation to them.

Judge Cothren addressed the teachers in behalf of the people of Mineral Point in a short but able address, after which Mr. Foster, from the committee on resolutions, reported the following, which were adopted:

solved, That in the Teachers' Institute we have a means of culture not found in any other source of equal extent, and that we shall long cherish the memory of the one now closing.

Resolved, That, as teachers, we will use our best endeavors to secure a larger attendance at the next meeting of our Institute.

Resolved, That we cordially approve the plan of Object Lesson so ably presented by Messrs. Hovey, Warren, and others, and that we will strive to prepare ourselves to make such lessons profitable to our schools.

Resolved. That we express our acknowledgements to Prof. C. E. Hovey for the efficient and praise-worthy manner in which he has conducted the exercises of this Institute, and our entire confidence in him as a man, and in his ability as a teacher and intellectual guide.

Resolved, That we recognize in the person of Chancellor Barnard an efficient leader in our great work, and that in his arduous labors we assure him of our hearty co-operation.

Resolved, That we tender our thanks to Judge M. M. Cothren for the interest he has manifested in our proceedings, and for his able closing address.

Resolved, That we tender our sincere thanks to the citizens of Mineral Point, whose generous hospitality we have enjoyed, for their uniform kindness to us throughout the entire session of this Institute, and for the interest they have exhibited in the exercises by their presence and attention.

Resolved, That a copy of the proceedings of the Institute be furnished for publication to the press of this city, and to the State Journal of Education,

Mr. Wilson offered a resolution returning the thanks of the Institute to Prof. Pickard for his valuable services, but which, at the special request of Mr. Pickard, was withdrawn, he claiming to be only a private in the ranks of the teachers.

The following items of interest were read to the institute: Number of members, 57; average age, 25 years; number that have taught, 36; average time, 3 years; average wages, $30 per month; number who design teaching for life, 29

Prof. Hovey thanked the Institute and the citizens of the place for their kindness and courtesy to him, after which the Institute anjourned sine die.

EAU CLAIRE.

The exercises of the Institute commenced at the Presbyterian Church, in the village of Eau Claire, on Monday evening, October 31. In the absence of Chancellor Barnard, Prof. C. H. Allen delivered a short address, explaining the objects of Teachers' Institutes, and showing the necessity of more thorough preparation on the part of teachers to fulfill the duties of their calling. Prof. Allen was followed by A. J. Craig, Esq., editor of the Wisconsin Journal of Education, in an address upon the subject “What should a system of Public Instruction effect, and what kind of a system is required?" which was replete with valuable suggestions as to reforming and perfecting our common school system, and was continued upon another evening.

The exercises of each day consisted in drilling the teachers present on the various branches taught in our schools, with an exposition of the different methods of teaching, and discussions, as to the best means of imparting instruction, and upon questions raised in relation to the regulation and government of schools. The evenings were chiefly devoted to discussions and lectures on the subject of education. During the session "The Chippewa Valley Teachers' Association was organized, of which W. W. Allen was elected President, and Roderick Elwell, Secretary. The Institute closed on Friday evening, at which time the following resolutions were unanimously adopted:

Resolved, That we, teachers, citizens and friends of education, feeling deeply interested in the improvement of schools in our vicinity, tender our sincere thanks to Messrs. Allen and Craig for the zeal and ability with which they have conducted the exercises of this Institute, and the interest they have imparted to them; that the instructions we have received will ever be cherished by us, and will stimulate us to assist in elevating the standard of our public schools, and in discharging the duties which may devolve upon us as parents and teachers, with greater care and fidelity. Resolved. That our time has been pleasantly and profitably spent during our stay here, and that we consider Teeachers' Institutes as among the best means for qualifying ourselves for our vocation, and for promoting the efficiency of our common school system.

Resolved, That it is the earnest desire of the teachers of the Chippewa Valley that the advantages of a Teachers' Institute may again be afforded them at an early day, and that they will return to participate in similar exercises with increased numbers, and with renewed zeal.

Resolved, That we consider the Journal of Education, the organ of the Department of Public Instruction, a valuable work, and one which should be sustained by all who purpose to follow teaching as a profession, or who are interested in the great and noble work of educating the young.

Resolved, That as the members of this Institute are in a very great degree indebted for the privileges we have enjoyed, to the efforts of our worthy friend and citizen, S. H. Peabody, we tender him our sincere thanks, and regard him as a true man and lover of education.

Resolved, That we hereby tender our thanks to the citizens of Eau Claire and vicinity for the generous hospitality with which we have been entertained during the session of the Institute.

BOARD OF NORMAL SCHOOL REGENTS.

MADISON, Nov. 22, 1859.

THE Board met, pursuant to a call signed by three members of the Board.

Minutes of the meeting of June 22 read and approved.

A draft of the Annual Report of the Board to the Governor was read, and adopted, and ordered to be considered as the Report of the Board, when completed.

The Report of the Committee on the Course of Study, which was made at the last meeting, was called up, and the course recommended was approved and adopted.

The Board then listened to the outlines of the plans of Dr. Barnard, Agent of the Board, for future operations, and this plan was approved, and was ordered to be attached to the Annual Report, when the Agent should have it written out.

Mr. Bean offered the following resolution, which was adopted:

Resolved, That the plan of operations for the Agency of this Board, presented by Dr. Barnard in his report of this date, be approved.

SILAS CHAPMAN, Secretary.

The following was the course of study adopted:

First Year-Higher Arithmetic, Algebra, Latham's English Language, or any similar standard work on the same subject, Plane and Solid Geometry, Drawing, Anglo Saxon Roots and Derivations, Chemistry, Theory and Practice of Teaching.

Second Year-Trigonometry and Surveying, Botany, Physiology, Natural Philosophy, Geology and Meteorology, Rhetoric, Physical Geography, Astronomy, Theory and Practice of Teaching.

Third Year-Constitutional History, Latin, French or German, Comparative Philology, Logic, Intellectual Philosophy, Analytical Geometry, Calculus, Descriptive Geometry, Drawing, Educational History.

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