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This Class upon graduation had thirteen speakers, several of whose orations were spoken of on account of their “excellence of style, and chastity of delivery.” The Freshman Class up to this Commencement numbered forty six. Five of these failed to rise in their examination, the Thursday before Commencement. These five, it is thought, were reserved as a nucleus around which the next Frosh might cluster. Nine applied for admission into college, and strange to say, two of these failed to enter. The Sophomore stood their last examination the Friday before Cora« mencernent. Into the hall they went as thirty-eight Sophomores, and left as thirty seven Juniors—one remain ing Soph. On the Monday of Commencement week, the Junior class was examined in Natural Philosophy and Mathe matics. Tuesday morning was de voted to Junior class orators. Tues day evening to Society Junior ora' tors, and Wednesday, was given up to the graduating class. In Memoriam, Demosthenian Hall, ) Oct. 15th, 1870. $ The telegraph has announced to us the death of Gen. Robert E. Lee. We meet to-day to commemorate the sad event. Our hearts are filled with sor row. His fame has encircled the globe. He has now passed from us to live for ever in the pages of history; and the brightest page of all modern or aucient times, will be that recording his virtues. His name, through all ages, will be the great exemplar of what is true and noble in human character. Words can add nothing thereto. Therefore, be it Resolved, That in the death of Gen. R. E. Lee, the Demosthenian Society has been deprived of the greatest man whose name illumined her honorary roll. Resolved, That in common with all who honor heroic virtue, true nobility, and Christian excellence of character, we deeply lament his death. Resolved, That his elevated character, as illustrated by his honesty of purpose, his firm adherence to principle, his devo tion to duty, his quiet submission to cala mity—has furnished not only to the young men of the South, but to the young men of the world, an example of the Christian hero and Christian gentleman, forever to be held in sacred reverence. Resolved, That while we will cherish his memory with ardent affection, we will strive to emulate the virtues of him, who has taught us by his own words and example, “ that human virtue may be equal to human calamity.'’ Resolved, that in respect to his memo ry, we wear the usual badge of mourn ing ; that a copy of these resolutions be published in the Georgia Collegian, and a copv of the same be forwarded to his family. And also, that a copy be spread upon a page of our minute book, dedica ted to his memory. A A. Murpiiey, 6 J. L. Hardeman, R H. Gcetchius, j- § P. W. Martin, | S W. A. Jester. J o ...The Southern Presbyterian learns that there are now one hundred and seven students at Davidson College N. C. Col. Wm.J. Martin has en tered upon his duties as Professor of Natural Science. THE GEORGIA COLLEGIAN. For the Georgia Collegian. Wesleyan Female College. This institution, located at Macon, opened on the 3d of this month, un der more favorable auspices than ev er before. Its standard of ship, always high, has been raised, and is nearly equal to the standard of any of the Male Colleges in the country. Its numbers have been in creased, and it stands out £l shining light to the world. This institution is the oldest Female College in the world. Until the people of Georgia, the first in every pursuit, broke the force of prejudice, female education was looked upon as unimportant.— But here the mind of woman, being in advance of any other part of the world, made such rapid progress in the acquisition of knowledge, that a few of the citizens of the State de termined to open a Female College. It was first organized as the Georgia Female College, undor the Presiden cy of Rev. Geo. F. Pierce, now a Bishop in the Methodist Church South. The indications of the power of the female mind in Georgia, which gave rise to the undertaking, still continued to encourage the origina tors of the enterprise, bonce the CoK lego was established on a permanent basis. It was then transferred to the Methodist Church, whence arose its present name. The Faculty of the institution is complete, and consists of some of the leading men of the State; all are characterized by extraordinary tal ent and great zeal as educators. The present Senior Class is the largest, and by far the most talented class ever in attendance upon the College. They make the best avers age, write the best' essays, and tract more attention than any of their predecessors; and if we were allowed to prophesy, we would pre dict that it is better than any of its successors ever will be. Their exhi bition as Juniors, would compare fa vorably with the exhibition of any class in the world. We would like to suggest to the Collegian that the same invitation with regard to contributing, be ex tended to this College, which is ex tended to the other Colleges in the State. Trebler. Note. —“ Trebler” speaks loftily of the Son. Class at Wesleyan Female College. We rather suspect that he bas a very dear friend in that class !! Butin answer to his “suggestion,” the Collegian has extended to the above mentioned Collego the same invitation which all Colleges in the State have received; and we now make a direct request of the young ladies there, that they will favor us with contributions. — Eds. Coll. ...Threo things to avoid —Idleness, loquacity and flippant jesting. ...The Five Dollar Sewing Machine purchased by me, January, 1866, from the Family Sewing Machine Company, 86 Nassau street, N. Y., has been in almost constant use ever since. It bas not been out of order once. Has cost nothing for repairs, and I find it simple and reliable in operation, and always ready to sew. Those friends of mine who use them with the new improvements are very much pleased. The one I have I would not part with. Mrs. Ann W. Cuthburt, ocl3m 428 West 36th-stroet, New York. At the last annual meeting of the Society of the Alumni, the fol lowing resolution was offered by Dr E. D. Newton, and unanimously adopted : Resolved , That the “ Georgia Colle gian” is entitled to the sympathy and support of the Society of Alumni, and the Trustees of the University of Georgia be earnestly requested to grant such pecuniary aid as may be necessary for its continuance. D. A. Vason, Pres. W. H. Waddell, Rec. Sec’y. ...In the Theological Seminary in Burmah, conducted by Rev. Mr. Binney, are one hundred young men who have entered the ministry, and who are pursuing the study of the Scriptures with reference to their great work.— Home and Foreign Jour nal. ...It is said that a lady bas entered the Freshman Class of Cornell Uni versity. The College Argus speaking of Cornell says : “ Military discipline is enforced dow, and all have to drill who have not done so one year.”— We wonder if this regulation applies to the female students as well as to the males. € ...Gen. John C. Breckenridge spent a considerable time in Palestine before his late return to Kentucky. When a friend asked him what guide book he found best for that country, ho promptly and emphatically said the Bible was the very best of all. ...The other day, in Buflalo, an excited individual with a carpet-bag in one band and an umbrella in the other and a shawl banging over his arm accosted one of the street gamins with the question, “ Say, bub, which is the quickest way for me to get to the Erie railroad depot?” “Run,” was the laconic response. Couldn’t Escape Railroads. —Mr. Nathan Hall, of Durham, Conn., in 1833, thanked God that he lived “in a billy country where it was impos sible to build railroads,” To day the cars of the Air Line Railroad run through the door-ya *d of his place, between his house and barn, and within four feet of hie side door. ...Many persons have wondered why horse chestnut, horse radish &c., are so-called- A Scotch work enti tled “Etymoasof English words,” says that the original word was “ harsh ” harsh-chestnuts, harsh radish. New Goods! New Goods! 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Uses all kinds of silk or thread direct from the spool; is improved with new self-acting feed, spring tension, self-guider, and uses the adjustable straight needle, perpendicular motion, with powerful lever action. Possesses all the good qualities of the best high priced machines con densed, without their complications or fault. Samples of sewing sent free on receipt of stamp. For certificates, d?c., see descriptive pamphlets, mailed/ree. A thorough practical sewing machine for family use.—“ Tribune.” Avery strong and reliable machine, at a low price.—“ Standard.” This beautiful machine is one of the most ingenious pieces of mechan ism ever invented.—“Democrat,”Ga. Worth many times its cost to the family.—“N. Y. Weekly.” It is quite anew machine with its many late improvements, and sews with aston ishing ease, rapidity and neatness.—“ Republi can,” N. Y. Single machines, as samples, se lected with care, for family use, with everything complete, sent to any part of the country per express, packed in stsong wooden box, free, on receipt of price, $5.00. Safe delivery of goods guaranteed. Forward cash by registered letter, or P. O. MONEY order, at our risk. Agents wanted, male or female, everywhere. New pamphlets containing extra liberal induce ments, sent free. Address FAMILY SEWING MACHINE CO., Office 86 Nassau Street, New York. October I—ly 7