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METHODIST EDUCATIONAL EFFORT IN OREGON TO 1860 89

the course of study was somewhat extensive. This was in 1856-9, during the principalship of Rev. Thomas Fletcher Royal. The preceptress was Mrs. Mary A. Royal, the pri- mary department was in charge of Miss Mary E. F. Royal. In 1864, the first class graduated. It was composed of Anina Tenna Royal, Stanley Olin Royal, Miller Gould Royal and one un-Royal member. But to return to the course of study. "Physiology, Drawing, Needlework, English Grammar, Geography, Arithmetic, Reading, Natural Philosophy, Algebra, Geometry, Mensuration, Navigation, Surveying, Composition, Declamation, Paley's "Evidences of Christianity," Moral Science, Mental Philosophy, Natural Philosophy, weekly exer- cises in Composition and Declamation through the entire course. Persons wishing to pursue a preparatory college course may take in connection with the above any or all of the following: McClintock's and Crook's "Latin and Greek Lessons;" Bul- lion's "Greek Reader ;" Fisk's "Classical Geography and Chron- ology ;" Davis' "Legendary Geometry." Fees $6, $7, and $8 for primary, preparatory and Academic courses respectively. Tuition in sketching, painting, Latin and Greek and Vocal music, each two dollars extra with contingent expenses of fifty cents. Payment of all bills is to be punctual."

From the same interesting document we gain the following information concerning the government of the institution. I quote it in full :

GOVERNMENT

"The laws of the Institution are few and simple, but are sufficient to secure quiet and order. 33 The object of instruc- tion will be to form correct mental and moral habits, and to cultivate a taste for intellectual pursuits. Punctuality in at- titude at all exercises of the Institution, a careful observance of study hours, and a genteel deportment are required of every student. Visits of pleasure, gathering in groups, taking amuse- ments on the Sabbath Day, absence from rooms at improper hours, writing upon or defacing the furniture or rooms of

33 Compare this with the statements made by old students Mires, Kuykn- dall, etc., in March, 1918, Oregon Historical Quarterly.