Macon County News Items - Schools Illinois State Chronicle (Decatur, IL) March 13, 1856 School Examinations On Tuesday last the public examinations of the various schools commenced. Mrs. Powers' school exercises came off in the forenoon. We were not able to be present, but understand that the exercises reflected great credit upon both teacher and pupils. Prof. Remberg's school examination came off the same day. The exercise in the forenoon were confined to the classical department. In the afternoon we were present and were agreeably surprised at the advancement made by the pupils. It was a glorious day for both student and teacher, and the interest manifested by the spectators present, could not be otherwise than encouraging to Prof. R. and his amiable lady. We would like to speak of each one of the scholars, whose ready replies to the most difficult questions brought forth apprebative smiles from visitors, but our space will not permit. In the evening a public exhibition was given of which a report may be found in another column. Wednesday morning we repaired to the school room of Prof. Coleman, and were again most agreeably entertained throughout the forenoon. The exercises were of a varied character. Master Frank Crissey showed great proficiency in Algebra, solving a very difficult question. The classes in Grammar, Geography and History, under the charge of Mrs. Coleman, conducted themselves with credit. Master Pugh and Miss Montgomery's exercises at the black board were very good. Examination in History was one of the best, and we were glad to see that this important branch had been so well attended to. At the risk of being called partial, we must award the first premiums to Master Barnes and Miss Barnes, though the palm was disputed with a zeal worthy of the object. The class in chemistry gave proof of industry in this branch. Declamations - There were some six or eight, by both Masters and Misses; and the little fellows in imitation of the boys of an older growth, did the cheering in regular style. We have not obtained the names of the young orators, and will, therefore, have to forgo the pleasure of publishing their names at this time. We must not forget to state that the exercises were agreeably interspersed by vocal music from a large portion of the school, under the superintendence of Mrs. Marshall. This, to many, was the most interesting feature of the programme, the pieces being of a lively character and well adapted to school children. At the close of the examination, Prof. Coleman made presents to the following pupils. To Master Chas. Koehler for having been regular in his attendance of the school out the whole session, at the regular hour, a fine book worth $2. To Master Edwin Goodman for constant attendance, though not punctual to the hour, a fine book. To Master Melvin Barkis, for uniform good conduct, a fine book. Illinois State Chronicle (Decatur, IL) March 13, 1856 The Exhibition Exercises Of Prof. Remsburg's school on Tuesday evening, at the Universalist Church, attracted a densely crowded audience of ladies and gentlemen, and interested them for three or four hours, without symptoms of weariness. It is almost impossible to give a faithful sketch of the proceedings, but we can truly say that it conferred great credit upon teachers and scholars, and that there was nothing approaching a failure, in the performance of nay of the young ladies or gentlemen. The exercises were entreated by excellent music, from several of the young ladies of the school, assisted by Messrs. D. L. Bunn and U. L. Hildebrandt, and Miss Ellen Benn, whose reputations as sweet vocalists is well-established. The programme commenced with a prologue by Master Coleman Carter. A well-spoken declamation from Master Corwin Johns followed. Essay by Miss Mary Bunn - an imaginative sketch. Humorous declamation by Master Trest Risden. Music - Round - Misses Mary Bunn, M. Wheeler, Lizzie Humphrey, and M. Leiby, assisted by Messrs Bunn and Hildebrandt. Declamation by Master M. Mason. Dialogue by Clay Oglesby and Polk Wheeler - well sustained. Essay on "Painting" by Miss E. Greenleaf. Declamation by John Kline, Music - Duett - by Miss M. Bunn and Mr. D. L. Bunn - "Mary of the Glen." Declamation by Fred. Jones - brief and pithy. Declamation by Henry Carter - well delivered. Dialogue, in which nine young ladies participated. Declamation by Theodore Dunman - One of the best displays of the evening, the age of the speaker considered. Essay by Miss Julia Mason on "Good Manners." Declamation by Chas. Burnett - distinct and well emphasized Music - Trio - "Farmers' Girls". Declamation by Charles Oglesby. Dialogue by Henry Martin and Martin Jones - "The Frenchman and Tutor." Essay by Miss Mary Jones - "Eventide." John Lutrell recited in good style Saxe's humorous poem. Solo and Chorus - "Lily Lee." "Declamation by Scott Glore. Dialogue by Masters Scott Glore, Michael Jones, J. Renshaw, Jno. Lutrell, Geo. Cade, and Wm. Cade. Essay by Miss Ellen Humphrey - "Distance lands enchantment to the view". Declamation by Michael Jones. Music - Solo - by Miss Mary Bunn - "Bobbing Around." Declamation by Thos. Capps - well recited. Dialogue by Edward Carter as Robin Roughead and Jacob Jones as Snacks. Essay by Miss F. Risdon. Declamation by Henry Martin. Music - Chorus - "Mountain Bugle." Declamation by Geo. Rust - delivered in animated style. Essay by Miss Lizzie Humphrey - "Westward the star of empire takes its way." Declamation by Jacob Jones. Song - "Kitty Clyde" - Miss M. Bunn. Declamation by Master Jones. Dialogue by Miss Mary Wheeler and John Read - sustained with spirit. Quartette - "Far,far, from my own native mountains." Essay by Miss M. Leibery - "Fear of growning old." Declamation by John Read - well done. Music - "Moonlight chorus." Declamation by Edward Carter - pronounced by many present the best of the evening. Dialogue by Thos. Capps, Geo. Rust and Miss M. Leibey, in which Miss L. gained much credit for her self-possession. Essay by Miss Mary Wheeler - "The Stranger's heart." Song - "Carry me home to die." Prof. Remsburg then reviewed the history of his enterprise, and concluded with an address to his pupils. The valedictory, by Albert Teegarden, followed; and after one more song, the audience were dismissed highly gratified with the performance. We have made no comment upon the essays, for where all did so well, it would be difficult to decide to whom of right the palm belonged. Decatur Daily Republican (Decatur, Illinois) > 1890 > June > 14 Sangamon Street School The following pupils have been admitted to the High School from Sangamon Street School: Ben Baldwin, Fred Cassell, Robert Chronister, Frank Faries, Homer Erwin, Robert Chronister, Jos. Sanderson, Effie Stultz, Jessie Troy, Donna May, Tillie May, Florence Mills, Flora Mills and Rosa Schiem. Jennie Montgomery, principal. HOME ©2008 Genealogy Trails