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Newspaper
Sedalia Weekly Conservator
Location
Sedalia, Missouri, United States of America
Date
Jun 13, 1903
Page
2
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Editorial voices thank the teachers' Institute for scholarly timely contributions in this issue. They argue for strong law against criminals of any race and urge Sedalia to rely on individual citizen energy and thrift for progress, praising Roosevelt as a fearless leader fulfilling duty.
The article argues that the journalist and teacher wield the greatest influence, shaping future progress through three goals: genuine Americanism, eradicating racial prejudice, and building Christian character. It insists these agencies must instill true citizenship, virtue, and manhood, or risk a nation rich in resources but lacking character. It cites dangers of prejudice and societal ills as hindering civilization.
The Western Christian Advocate argues teachers shape morals more than textbooks, urging public schools to employ men and women of strong Christian character. It cautions against demagogic or saloon influence, stresses consistency between teaching and life, and cites Garfield and Harriet Beecher Stowe as role models.
George R Smith College announces fall term opens September 22 and closes December 11, winter term December 14 to February 19, spring term February 22 to April 28. The college aims at thorough christian education with health training, refined social culture, morals, and personal religious life. Six departments include Primary and Grammar, Academy or College Preparatory, Art, Music, Industrial Arts, and Liberal Arts with various courses and degrees.
A summary of student work rules at the college explains that residents may work on campus or in the grounds with willing supervisors. Pay is liberal, and students may earn up to about $2000 per month. Applications should be sent to the President before arrival. Some students find city homes for employment, though college liability is limited for off campus work. Outside residency requires parental or guardian written request and is restricted to those with established habits and character.
Expenses include four weeks of board and laundry plus instrument or vocal lessons, instrument rental, typewriter use, and furnished room with bed items. Students supply bedding. a $0.50 per month allowance is deducted from ministry candidates’ tuition. all bills payable in advance to the college president in Saint Louis, Missouri.
Blind Boone the Negro pianist rushed home from Nebraska to Kansas City after learning his wife was ill. He paid 200 dollars for a special Wabash train, one coach and engine were provided, as the train sped to Columbia to reach his bedside.
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