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Les diagrammes suivants illustrent la mAthode. 1 2 3 32X 1 2 3 4 5 6 / §e§tinpor)ial§ IN KAVOru (»K HOWARD MURRAY. B. A. OK THE UNIVERSITY OF LONDON, ENGLAND. CIdssico/ Moster in tkr. I[,tlif,t.,' Annh-mif : ,iud l.,vt)tr>r i„ Clasnirs hi DaJ/iotisi,' ('ii/h/^i' im,/ rnirrr.sifi/, lldlif,!.,; X. S. C" A>' I>I 1>.\'1'K FOIt TIIK HElJi^ID nyt^^STERSHIF OK TIIK IHoutvciil MxQh i^chooL ■^.,-^. '•N.: 4- HC Classical ■ . . /\ ' * f - ■ ■ f : • >'%:■- . ■- ; ,. -^ f ;^ 7 ' 1 ■>■ , -N ^ . '" ■ ■' -■ -■' I I> .^ T E — FOK THE OF THK ©tontvcal gifllt f^clioot. (V '//. n ^.^ CONTENTS. Letter of Application.... ^^*'* 5 Testimonials : I. From the Rev. John Forrest, D.D., Prmdent of Dalhotisie College and University, Halifax, X. S. 7 II. From J. f{. MacGreoor, M. A., D. Sc. (London), F.R.8.S E av'' C, Mmiro Professor of Phynics, and Secretary of the Faculty of Artn in Dalhomie Colleye and UnirerHitv, Halifax, N. S. * g IIL From John Johnson, M A. (Dublin), AfcLeod Professor of Cla-mcs in Dalhomie Col/eg,- and Cnivtrnty, Halifax, iV. 5'. ; formerly Assistant Head Master in the Montreal High School , , IV. From Charles Macdo.vald, M. A. (Aberdeen), Professor of Mathematics in Dalhomie College and University, Halifax, N. S J3 V. Fro7n Georoe Lawson, Ph. D., LL. D., F.I.C., F. R. S. C, McLeod Professor of Chnnistry and Mineralogy in Dal- homie College, and University, Halifax, N. S 15 VL From James Liechti, M. A., McLeod Professor of Modern Languages in Dalhomie College and Univn-sifu, Halifax X.S -^ ' ,^ VIL From James Seth, M. A. (Edinburgli), Muuro Professor of Metaphysics and Ethics in Dalhoime College and Univer- sity, Halifax, X. S. ; formerly Assistant Professor of Logic and Metaphysics in the University of Edinburgh. . . 19 Vm. From Alfred J. Chirch, M. A., Professor of Latin in University College, London; Translator of Tacitus; A uthor of ' ' Stories from Homer, " " Stories from Virgil. '' ''StoriPs from the a reek Tragedians," ^^ Roman Life in the Days of Cicero," " Two Thoxisand Years Ago," Ac. . . 20 tn IX. From^ Alfred Goodwin, M. A., Professor of Greek University College, London ; formerly Fellow of Balliol College, Oxford ; Editor of Xenophon's Cyropadia, d-c... 22 i CONTENTS. X. FromH. H. BrT ""«"»« KnfK „f* • 1 T^- '^"ojai snips. In his first year he ooth attained First r;iH«« n; f- i.- . ^j«"' "e atta^o,] First oTsHisHn r ? ^""' ''" "«"'" '"'''' rii.st (,IJss JJistinction and won First Pri?es in all ^,e s„,,ect. of tl,e .-ear, viz .Classics, Mathematics Wia^l Psychology, and Ohe.„i»trv. a fact which is espociaHvLte worthy hecause an.ong his competitors were two n^ who subsequently distinguished theu.selves at lar.e ZZ^ abroad m subjects which they were then stu^yin,. llh Tea 1 Zle" r^t r " n'"""'^' ^'"'''^-^J)- I" his third } ear he made First Class Distniction in all the suhiects of the year, won F.rst Prizes in Classics, Metaphvsics and F." , and was bracketed first in Experin.ental Physics He at eou"e f , H ■ :r',"™"'''^™'^''' P-"™ of ^hat 'equired toi- Honours in Matheniatic- At this stage bis course at this College was cut short bv s^i p atibuled huu, of pursuing his studies at Universitv Col ege, Lo„,l„n, and Edinburgh University. The Profe sors «n,ler whom he stu.lied in these institutions will do bt" ;I|I y, 10 testify to the accuracy of the reports which reached us from time to time, tiiat his career had Ijeen quite as marked as his hrilliant record at this College had led his teachers here to expect. I was especially interested in noting, that while he gave his main strength lo Classics, the persistence of his interest in Mathematics was shown bv his winning a First Prize in that subject at University College, London. Four years ago Mr. Murray was appointed to the Classical Tutorship in this College, an office tenable for two years only. He discharged the duties of this office in a most admirable manner, showing himself to be possessed of all the qualifications of a successful teacher. The appreciation of his work by the Governors and Faculty was shown by his appointment subsequently to a special Lectureship in Classic-^. As Tutor and Lecturer his relations with his colleagues have always been of the most pleasant kind. I may say in addition that he has on several occasions shewn himself to be an effiictive public lecturer. These facts seem to me to prove that Mr. Murray is unusually well fitted to discharge the duties of the post to which he aspires. He has studied a wide range of subjects, with marked success in all, and with special success in the important departments of Classics and Mathematics. He has given some years of profound stud}' to Latin and (Ireek, atid made himself a thorough Classical scholar. And as a teacher he has proved himself able to expound a subject clearly, to stimulate the enthusiasm of his pupils, and to win their respect and afiection. I have therefore every confirlence in recommending Mr. Murray most heartily to the Directors of the Montreal High School. J. C4. MACGREGOR, D. Sc. (Loml), F.R.S.E., F.R.S.C, Professor of Phynics and Sfc'y Faculty of Arti, Dalhounie College, Halifax, Ualhotjsie College, Halijax, March 5th, 1891. 11 JII. />^w John Johnson, M. A CDublini \r t ^ n .■ As...an, Hca,i M„sUr in „.e Mj^^'f^J^l t;!/"'"'"''^ I have mud, pleasu,« i„ Warinj; witness to the .rreat ab,l,t,es both as teaehe.- an.l classical scholar of Mr Howar,! Murray B A (L„n,,o„), „,,o is now a Candida.^ Montrla" "' '" ^""""'^"'^ °' "^ High School of from'lsfm",?'''"'""""'"'"' "°"^^^ '" ""« Universitv, from 1S,0 to I88) ormttinR one Session, was a hrillian n sucf diH- '";■ f ""'' ""^ '"■^"^^■^' "-»"'l^' ''-«-«on French nof to ?■ '"'^ " ^'''"''»- ^'-"-""ties and ilench, not to mention others. In Classics especially he was tar .supenor to all students that had up to'th: li, e con,e under „,y care, and ha., seMom been equalled since On w.nning in his Third Year the Gilchrist Scholarship of the value of £,0(. sterling a year for three year., offeS by the Gdcbrrst Trustees of London, England for con pe t.t,on a„,„ng all Canadians, he was obliged aecor.Hn" t„ he conditions of the Trust. ,o continu: hi f „ London and Edmburgh, How he .listinguished hinrself It hose U„,ver,„t,e.s, will be seen '.„n, tlfe favorable testt ■„o„.„I,s he reee,ved fro» the Professor, under W,om he After the completion of his course abroad, he was at once appointed by the Governors of this tJniversity Munro Tutor .n Classics. ,n which capacity he had almost Complete charge, under my supervision, of the Cla,ssicai work ot' the f" •::",„'' r' -'> '« rl^arins with me the advanced His teaching m the B. A. Honours Course in Classics, n.. work in both departments was thoroughlv satisfactory to myself and to the Senate, and by a happy r.i.ture If kindhness and firmness, he won both the likin-r and the respect of all his students. " ^ i ■T* ■ 12 So well were; his teHchin<:j and manner appreciated by all who had an opportunity of knowing them, that the School Cominijssioner.s of Hnlifax, at the end of his term as Tutor, offered him, without any application on his part, the post of Classical Master in the Hi^jh School, which was then beinfj reorufanized. The wisdom of their choice is proved by the able manner in which, for two years, Mr. Ixlurray has conducted the work of his department, as vouched for by the annual reports of the Supervisor of Halifax Schools. The Senate of this University also has been glad to avail itself again of the services of Mr. Murray, who, as Lecturer in Classics, continues to take part in the advanced Classical work of the College. Mr. Murray therefore combines qualifications that are not often, I think, found existing tonether: f(^r 1. He was boi'n and educated in Canada. 2. He is a distinguished alumnus of several Univer- sities, Canadian and British. *], He is a sound Classical scholai-, and well trained in the other branches of School and College education. 4. lie has had .several years experience, as a teacher, in a Canadian High School and a Canadian University. 5. He is a thorough disciplinarian, and has the gift ot winning the respect and good-will of both pupils and parents. 6. By cliaracter, manners, and personal appearance, he is well fitted to uphold the dignity that attaches to the position of Head Master of the Montreal High School. JOHN JOHNSON, M. A. Trinity College, Dul)liii, Forrneiiy one ofthf Mfixfem of the Montreal Hhjh School, Professor of Classics, Dalhottmc Univvrmly, Hall/ax, Xova Scotia. DALHorsi£ Colle(;e and Univeksity, Halifax, X. S., March Sril, 1S91. 13 IV. From Charles Mac')ONAI,d, IM. A. (Aberdeen), Professor of Mathemntics in Dnlhousic College and University, Halifax, N. S. My friend, Mr. Howard Murray, B. A. (Lond. Univ.), havin(( asked nie for a testimonial in support of his candi- dature, I have much pleasure in testifying to his eminent qualification for the position he seeks, on the grounds (1) of his scholarship, (2) of his past success as a Teacher, (3) of his gentlemanly manners and address. (1.) When an Undergraduate at Dalhousie (,'ollege, he was, among the students of his year, hy far the best in Classics. He at the same time distinoui.shed himself in Matheniatics, which for two Sessions he studied with me. In his First Session, he secured, at the Sessional Examina- tions, an honourable place in the First Rard< ; but in the Second Session he distanced all his competitors, easily winning the prize of the year for distinction in Mathematics. As the work of that year includes subjects commonly ranked as part of " the Higher Mathematics," (and is there- fore not requii'ed of the ordinary student), it was evident to me that, had Mr. Murray from this time chosen Mathematics as his special subject of study, he could have won riistinction in it similar to that he has since won in the field of Cui'^sics. He was, in fact, in ovdm&ry parlaiiCQ and as things go, a (jood Mathematician, and had the faculty of becoming a better one. Having thought it wortli his while, after his Third Session here, to win the Gilchrist Scholarship, Mr. Murray did not complete his course with us, but, according to the terms under which that Scholarship was held, continued his studies at University College, London, whence from time to time we heard of his Classical successes, but of these, others can speak more definitely th^n I can. 14 i i (2.) To much nnd exact scholarship, Mr. Murray adds success as a Teacher. As Classical Master in Halifax High School, the reports, published hy authority, say that he has infused new enthusiasm and life into its Classical curriculum. ])urint( the two sessions that he was Classical Tutor in this Colle.;e, (1887-8, 1888-9), he conducted his classes entirely to the satisfaction of the Professor of Classics and of the members of the Faculty, and with much acceptance to the students of his, in some cases, large classes — which fact will bo rightly thought by some to be a proof of ability and efficiency. I may add that such is Mr. Murray's enthusiasm for Classical studies that, on his own suggestion, he has been this year appointed, the Professor of Classics strongly recommending, College Lecturer or the Advanced Classical Course. (3.) Mr. Murray is a man likely to be respected by youths of the school age. Pleasing and gentlemanly in address, with a suavity that yields but is at the same time firm, being also thoroughly competent to impart instruction (as the youths well know) ; he is one with whom I, an old and experienced teacher, consider disorder or insubordina- tion is impossible. And this is a matter of vital importance. To all this I may add that, outside professional aspects, he is one with whom it is pleasant to associate. So that, taking into account not only his Classical but also his other attainments, his past success in educational work, and his possession of those other qualities which youth and age alike respect, I do not think the High School of Montreal could well have a better man at its head than Mr. Murray. CHARLES MACDONALD, M. A., Profi'Hhor of Mathematics. Daxhousie College, Halifax, March Gfh, ISOl. 10 ay adds ax High b be has Classical ]!lassical cted his issor of th much e classes ! a proof 1 is Mr. his own •rofessor r or the cted bv lanly in nie time truction an old lordina- ortaiice. aspects, 50 that, lis otlier and his and age ontreal lurray. A., V. Frotn George Lawson, Ph. D., LL. D., F. I. C, F.R.S.C, McLeod Professor of Chemistty and Mineralogy in Dalhousic College and Uni7>ersify, Halifax, IV. S. It affords me great pleasure to express my sense of the eminent titness.in every respect.of Mr. Howard Murray,B.A., for the important and responsible office of Head Master of the Montreal High School. His special aptitude and remaikable success in Classical studies, as well as his pro- ffciency in Mathematics and other subjects embraced in the ordinary (.'ollege Course, will be certified bj' my colleagues, and others better qualified than myself to do so. As regards my own depaitment, I need only say that he took the highest place in the Inorganic Chemistry Class of his year, being far ahead of all the rest in a class of able students. Mr. Murray began his studies in Dalhousie College in the Session of 1876-77, — thereafter remitted his course for a year to take the position of Head Master of the Stellar- ton High School. He resumed his studies at Dalhousie and continued with us from 1878 to 1880. Throughout his whole course, he distinguished himself in a remarkable manner as a diligent and highly successful student. He accepted the Headmastership ut the Guysborough Academy for one term, and thereafter that of the New Glasgow High School for a year, — wlien he won a Gilchrist Scholarship. After continuing his course at London and Edinburgh under the terms of his Scholarship, the position of 'T'utor in Classics in this University was tendered to him, and accepted. When in accordance with rule his Tutorial term expired, he accepted the Classical Mastership in the High School of Halifax, (now known as the Academy), a position which he now holds with great acceptance to the authorities, and to the com- 'r J6 munity He is also Classical Lecturer in this University 1 hroughout his whole career, both as Student and Teacher Mr Murray has uniformly given the greatest satisfaction' discharging every duty in an exemplary manner. Mr Murray, as an able, industrious and conscientious man, thoroughly trained in academic studies, experienced in teaching, irreproachable in character and habits firm and gentle in manner, with that modesty that becometh merit may be commended with the utmost confidence to the a tention of the authorities of the Montreal Hi..h School. Should his application be successful. I know tluxt his loss to Halifax will be severely felt. GEORGE LA VVSON, Ph.D.. LL.D., Professor of Chemistry. Dalhousie University, Halifax, N. S., March 5th, 1891. MM niversity. Teacher, isfaction, cientious lerienced its, firm jecometh idence to al Hitjh low that D.. n 17 VI. I-yo,. James L.pxhti, M. A., McL.oc Professor of Modem Lan^nur,,^es tn Dalhousic College and University^ H^fa,, xl I l.ave ^.roat pleasure in testifying to Mr. Howanl Murray s al.il.ty as a toaclier an.l e.lneationist. Mr Murray present Classical Master of the Halifax High School is I un.lerstan^. a candidate for the Hearl Mastership of the Montreal H,gh School, a position for which I believe him eminently fitted, both with regard to his moral arul to his intellectual qualifications. As a student Mr. Murray's career was a brilliant one. Fron, the very start he exhibited all the (,ualities belon.nno^ to an intelligent, pains-taking, an.l conscientious woHner^ ^Stories from Virgil^ ^ Stories fron the Cr k TragecUansr ^ Roman Life in the Days of Cicero^ " tS. Thousand Years Ago,'' £~r. ^ Mr. Howard Murray attended my Latin Class during the Sessions of 1881-82 and 1883-84, and showed himself to be a most industrious and intelligent student. He obtained the prize in the Junior Class in the former Se- s.on and in the latter that in the Higher Senior. I may exp ain that the Junior Class is commonly attended by students preparing for the Intermediate Examination at d^da^prr'n' "^ ^'"''°"' '"^ '^^ ^'^^'^^ '^-^°'' by can- didates for Honours or youths reading for Scholarships at the Universities of Oxford and Cambridge. n„nr/1'' '"/^'!' '^^'' '^""°^ b' ^b^^^^'^^d without the qua ihcation cf advanced knowledge, I may say scholarship in the true sense of tlie word. University College, London, March 5th, 1SS7. ALFEED CHURCH, M. A., Professor of Latin. ' S * IV« ■■■ IX. From Alfred Goodwin, M. A., Professor of Greek in University College, London ; formerly Fellow of Balliol College, Oxford- Editor of Xenophon's Cyropadia, &^c. ' Dear Mr. Murray : Your work in my class here was always regular and well done, both in the Junior where you got the prize, and subsequently. I wish you success in your candidature. Yours truly, ALFRED GOODWTN, Professor of Greek, Late Fellow oj Balliol College, Oxford. University College, London, March 5th, 18S7. ;f 22 From S. H. BUTCHER, M. A, Ll. D, Professor of Greek in the U7uversity of Edinburgh ; formerly Fellow and Praelector of University College, Oxford, and Fellow of Trinity College, Cambridge; Translator of Homer's Odyssey; Author of " Demosthenes" Qr^c. Mr. Howard Murraj^ has attended my Greek Class in Edinburgh University for two Sessions. I can confidently reconiinend him as a sound and sensible scholar, who is clear-headed and thorough in his work. He can be generally trusted to make his way safely through an unprepared passage of Greek and to master its difficulties. In general intellectual abilities, and in the power of getting up a subject he has shown himself to stand hightmong good competitors. S. H. BUTCHER, Ll. D., Profeamr of Greek in the Univtrsity of Edinburgh. University of EoiNBtiRGH, March Sth, 1887. 23 XL From the Rev. Allan Pollok, D. D., Professor of Church History in the Presbyterian College, Halifax, N. S. Mr. Murray, the Classical Master of the Halifax Hiirh School, has been known to me from boyhood. His father, the late Dr. Murray, was a fellow -citizen of mine in New Gla.sgow, for nearly twenty years. Mr. Murray has from the first been known to me as a diligent scholar and a successful student. After studyincr at Dalhousie College he won the Gilchrist Scholarship, and was thus enabled to pursue his studies with a view to the degree which he afterwards took in the London Univer- sity. After spending some time in Edinburgh and enjoying exceptional advantages in Britain, he returned to this country to act as oi\e of the Tutors in Dalhousie College. Having completed the appointed term in this capacity, he was appointed to the Halifax High .School, where he has been most successful in raising the character of the teach- ing and widely extending the reputation of the school. I cannot speak of Mr. Murray's gifts and acquirements as a scholar and a teacher, with the special knowledge of those who have been associated with him as his Professors and fellow-laborers. There are many who can do this with the accuracy of complete information ; but as to his general character and past history, [ can speak with more confi- dence than most persons, and I know that he has been not only respected but beloved for his many excellent qualities. Having a well balanced mind and his acquirements not being restricted to any one branch of knowledge, but extended over the field represented by Mathematics and the Ancient Classics, he possesses that knowledge of different branches of study, and that sympathy with them, which is \ i i!, I'i^ 24 required in the Principal of an important and influential I ubhc School. His urbanity and good temper are well calculated to prevent such differences as sometimes arise in public institutions, and when such may arise, to smooth away all irritation and promote harmony. I consider Mr Murray, both in character, accomplishments and disposition* well fitted to occupy a high and responsible position in' carrying on the work of education. Presbyterian College, Halifax, 10th March, 1891. ALLAN POLLOK. 25 ial ell in fch !r. n, n *■• > -f • XII. Prom the r^^ j^^^ ^^^^^^^ ^^^ ^^^^^^^^^ ,/ y/,^;,,«, ^^^ Hibltcal Literature in the Presbyterian College, Halifax, N. S. Mr. Howard Murray, who is applying for the situation of Head Master of the High School of Montreal, is a person eminently qualified for such a position. As his testimonials show, his career as a student, both at Dalhousie College of this city and abroad, has b-^n exceptionally brilliant." He also ranks high as an educationist. His reputation as a successful teacher in Guysboro', New Glasgow, and other parts of this Province, easily secured for him the position he now hold,, in the Halifax Academy. In this institution he IS giving entire satisfaction. His methods are scientific and he inspires his pupils with love for their work Physically as well as intellectually, nature has been kind to Mr. Murray. He possesses a splendid physique and enjoys perfect health. His gentlemanly manners and kind- heartedness, have won for him a host of friends in this city Should Mr. Murray be successful in his application, we shall much regret his removal from Halifax, for we can ill spare such men ; but at the same time we cannot grudge him any promotion to which his high professional qualifi- cations justly entitle him. JOHN CURRIE, D. D., Halifax, 9fh March, 1891. Professor oj Hebrew in the. Presbyterian College, Halifax, iV. 5'. f 26 XIII. !: I From the Rev. D. M. Gordon, B. D., Halifax, N. S. I have much pleasure in certifying that Mr. Howard Murray B.A. (Lend. Univ.), is held in the highest esteem in this community by all who know him, both as a gentleman and an educationist. Mr. Murray, having been a Gilchrist Scholar and a graduate of London University, was for two years Classical Tutor in Dalhousie University. All who take an interest in our County Academy were specially thankful when he was appointed Classical Master in the Academy, the position he now holds. Mr. Murray informs me that he is an applicant for the Head Mastership of the Montreal High School. His removal would be a great loss to Halifax ; but I am sure that, were he appointed to such a position, he would bring to it the diligence and devotion to duty which, combined with his scholarship and amiability, make him so successful in his present position. DANIEL M. GORDON, B.D. St. Andrew's Manse, Halifax, N. S., March Srd, 1S91. i- IL. . 87 XIV. From the Rev. Robert Laing, M. A., Managing Governor of the Halifax Ladies' College. Mr. Howard Murray, son of the late George Murray, M. D., of Pictou County, is a native of New Glasgow, Nova Scotia. He received his preliminary education in the New Glasgow High School. He then entered Dalhousie Collefre. where he became distinguished for diligence and ability as a student. After leaving Dalhousie Mr. Murray entered University College, London, on the Gilchrist Scholarship for the Dominion of Canada. His career here was one of marked distinction. During his course in the Collec-e he took four First Prizes, — two in Latin, one in Greek and one in Mathematics. In the examinatioas of the University of London he was always placed in the First Division. He also passed the Honours examination in Latin in this University. Mr. Murray takes rank as a man of ripe and extensive scholarship. In this and in all other respects, he is eminently qualified for the position for which he is applying. F" is a man of sterling character, of marked genialty, and of good social qualities. His scholarship is of the highest, his industry is unceasing, and his influence over the young is very great. Without any qualification I sincerely believe Mr. Murray to be in all respects pre-eminently qualified for the position of Head Master of the Montreal High School an institution of learning in the success of which I feel, and shall always feel, the deepest interest. ROBERT LAING, M. A. Halifax Ladies' Collkgk, March 11th, 1891. 28 '■* XV. From ALEXANDER Grant, Esq., M. P. P., Mayor of Stellarton. To WHOM IT MAY CONCERN: I have much pleasure in saying that Mr. Howard Murray IS known to me as a gentleman of sterling worth He fil ed the position of Head Master of the Stellarton Hicrh School for one year, 1877-1878, and discharged his duti^es very satisfactorily. I was one of the trustees at that time and knew him to be a very energetic and successful teacher. Very respectfully, ALEX. GRANT, M. P. P., Stellarton, Mayor. March 3rd, 1S91. lit L, 29 on. ard lies me ful XVI. From the Trustees of the County Academy, Guysborough, N. S. This is to certify tliat Mr. Howard Murray has had charge of the Guysborough Academy for one term, and has conducted himself as a gentleman, and as a teacher exhibited firmness and kindness that has earned for himself the respect and esteem of both pupils and parents, and as far as we may judge from so short an acquaintance, we can recommend him to any Board of Trustees desiring his service. We would add that Mr. Murray leaves this section on his own account, as the Trustees offered him a continuance of the situation. JAMES H. BUCKLEY, \ J. McG. CUNNINGHAM, \ Truitet^. A. H. McGILLIVRAY, J GUYSBOROUOH, Oct. 30th, ISSO. m dm 30 ! I ^i( :| ii r XVII. From Harvey Graham, Esq., Chairman of the School Committee^ New Glasgow^ N. S, It gives inc jj^reat pleasure to testify to the rare abilities as a teacher of Mr. Howard Murray. Mr. Murray heM the position of Head Master of the Now Glasgow High School for one year, in 1880-81, during which time I was Chairman of the Board of Trustees, and I can only speak of his work in terms of the highest praise. In his own classes the order and discipline maintained were perfect, and the pro- gress made by the pupils extremely gratifying, Mr. Murray's duties as Head Master, included super- vi.sion of all the public schools of the town, and the entire management of all the grading examinations. He was thus brought into close intercourse with all the other teachers, and this i)iturcourse was always characterized by the greatest harmony and good feeling. During Mr. Murray's term of offico, he obtained leave of absence to compete for the Gilchriso Scholarship, and having proved successful in the competition he left us in order to continue his studies abroad. Universal regret was felt at his leaving, and on the eve of his departure he was presented by the citizens with a vahiable gold watch as a token of their appreciation. New Glasgow, March 9th, 18D1. HARVEY GRAHAM. 4 11^; 1 1 w 31 XVIII. Froni A. H. Mackay, B. A., B. Sc, F. R. S. C, &c., Principal of the Halifax Academy. To WHOM IT MAY CONCERN : This is to state, that to the best of my present know- ledge, Mr. Howard Murra}', B. A. (Lond.), Classical Master in the Halifax Academy, has no superior as a Classical teacher in these Provinces. A. H. MACKAY, B.A., B.Sc, F.R.S.C, Principal Halifax County (and City) Academy. Halifax, N. S., March 11th, 1S9L M ! XIX. From Alexander McKay, Esq., Supervisor of Schools for the City of Halifax, M S. During the last four years I have had frequent oppor- tunities of judging of Mr. Howard Murray's educational work. As a Tutor in Dalhousie University he was exception- ally popular with the students, and gave great satisfaction to the Professors. In the Halifax Academy his work has been characterized by the advantages arising from complete mastery of the subject which he teaches. Whether considered in regard to personal appearance, scholarship, or social qualities, Mr. Murray ranks high above the average Academic teacher. , By the Commissioners, by his colleagues, and by myself he is considered to be a superior teacher, and as adding so largely to the strength of the Academy that, if we were better situated financially, money wonhi not tempt him to leave us. A. McKay, Supervisor of Public Schools. Offipe of School Commissioners, Halifax, March lOlh, 1S91. ]\ i ; ik, 33 , . " ' ' XX. Fr^;« DAVID ALLISON, M.A., L.L. D., Superintendent of Education for the Province of Nova Scotia. Understanding that Mr. Howard Murray is an applicant for the Head Mastership of the Montreal High School, I have no hesitation in affirming my belief in his eminent fitness for that or any similar position. Not only is Mr. Murray a horn scholar, if the expression be an allowable one, but he possesses in an unusually happy and compre- hensive combination, the various gifts which goto make up a successful educator. Others can give more fully and accurately than I the details of his scholastic record,— an exceptionally honorable one,— but our common relation to the Educational Service of this Province for some time past, enables me to speak definitely on points of very great moment in their bearings on the pending appointment. I regard Mr. Murray as an admirable teacher. In the dis- charge of my official du^y as visitor of the County Academies of th'e Province, I have never come in contact with classes giving evidence of more careful, intelligent and inspiring teaching than those taught by him in the Halifax Academv, in which for the past two years he has fille:! the post of Classical Master. In this and in other positions which he has held in our Eflncational Service, he has also given evidence of good organizing ability, and of the comparatively rare but invaluable power of controlling and inspiring the young without any noisy assertion of authority. In my judgn\ent it is a strong recommendation for thfe post in question that Mr. Murray's scholarship is broad as well as exact. While his classical attainments fit him for 34- a University chair, he is no mean mathematician, and has a hirge acquaintance with literature in general. I pen this sincere testimony, finding it hard to repress a feeling of regret that I should be (ever so feebly) contribut- ing to deprive Nova Scotia of services so valuable as Mr. Murray is rendering her. DAVID ALLISON, Superintendent of Education. Education Office, Nova Scotia, March 7th, 1891. ii 35 ■ XXI. : - ; Extract from the Annual Report for the Year 1890, of the Supervisor of Schools, for the City of Halifax, N. S. ^ We have in Mr. Murray the ideal Classical teacher. With a ^brain up to its saturation point of knowledge " in his subject, he is enabled with ease to himself and comfort to his pupils, to put new life into the dead languages which he teaches. In his calm and thorough manner he permits no haziness on fundamental grammatical principles. This, together with a familiar use of idiomatic phrases, partly acquired by the conversational method, will cause his pupils to distinguish themselves in College, and make Classics the recreation of after life.