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Laa cartaa. planehaa, tablaaux, ate., pauvant Atra filmto i daa taux da rMuetlon diffAranta. Lorsqua la doeumant aat trap grand pour Atra raproduit an un saul cllchA, 11 aat film* A partir da I'angia aupArlaur gaueha, da gauelia A droita, at da haut an baa, an pranant la nombro d'Imagaa nAeaaaalra. Laa diagrammas suivants illuatrant la mAthoda. 1 2 3 1 2 3 4 5 6 [private.] LETTER FROM THE LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR OF NEW BRUNSWICK, TO THE COniSHERS IIIER THE ACT OF ASSEIBLY, 17th victoria, RELAXIMG TO KING'S COLLEGE, FREDERICTON. FREDfiRIGTON, N. B. 1854. i'::tUufcA3>A ijij,-dln.' LETTER, &c. Government House, Fredericton, August 3rd, 1854. Gentlemen, — Tlie Provincial Secretary has been directed to forward to you the Commission issued by me in pursuance of the Act of last Session. I am desirous, at the same time, of placing in your hands certain observations of ray own, which I do not call by the formal name of " Instructions," because I have no desire to fetter or control in any way the discretion which the law vests in you. The confidence which I have in that discretion is sufficiently shewn by your ap- pointment. I might content myself with referring yon to my letter to the Chancellor of King's College, of September 28th, 1852, and the other papers published with it in the Journals of the Assembly of 1854 : indeed I cannot now address you 'without the risK of repeating what will be found in those documents. My wish, how- ever, is to offer such remarks as may perhaps, whilst they gtiide your inquiries, keep strongly before you the objects to be aimed at in your report. I may add, that any additional information, or any assistance which I can afford to you, by personal conference or othewise, will be most readily given. From the papers already printed, and from all that has passed, it is obvious enough that the real problem to be solved, is this — *' In what manner can the establishment and endowment of " King's College be rendered most generally useful to the people " of tiiis Province, by contributing to the promotion of sound " learning and superior education ?" I say that this is the problem to be solved, because the Act in pursuance of which you are appointed implies an admission that such a result is practicable. The proposition originally made in the Assembly was to withdraw absolutely and entirely the whole endowment derived from the Provincial Treasury ; the authority to appoint your Commission was carried as an amendment to that proposition, and certainly involves the expectation, or at least the hope, that means may be devised for extending the utility of the foundation to which it relates. It will probably very soon occur to you that the one indispen- flable condition for securing any such result is a general and in- creasing confidence in the Institution itself, on the part of the parents and guardians of our young men. Without this nothing :fi^' can be done. Whatever is taught must be in itself such, and mnst be so taught, as to meet the wants and be within the reach of our farmers, our lumbermen, our shipbuilders and our merchants. We must therefore be prepared to offer such instruction as will have sonte immediate bearing on the progress in life of tiie young man whom we profess to educate : without fultilling this condition we shall never get him to our school at all. But the essence of a College or University requires, moreover, that such an institution should embrace a wider range of study, and should combine, with useful knowledge, those elements of classical literature, and of uLstract science, which serve to raise the character and refine the taste of every class in every country. All our pupils will not profit by the ofi'er of such teaching, but in every large number there exists a certain proportion of happier natures, eager to seize on the opportunity of imbibing more refined tastes and higher knowledge. The native of this Province wlio desires deliberately to forego the chance of imparting such instruction to those who are willing to accept it, must profess at once that he intends the Legislators and the Gentlemen of New Brunswick to sink contentedly to a level lower than that of their brethren in Canada or the United States. Few, however, would venture to prove their patriotism by openly expressing such a wish for themselves or their children. Indeed, the more urgent is the pressure of the material wants in a society such as this, the more important is it to secure the chance of offer- ing to all, that liberal cultivation which may serve to leaven the mass, and soften, while it elevates, the character and feelings of the whole. 1 think, however, that the sharp and distinct line which in older countries separates the School from the University, cannot in every case be draw'n in a less advanced state of society ; nor is this to be wondered at. It is the same in other pursuits. In a European capital the wholesale and the retail dealers are persons almoat in different classes of society ; in America no such clear distinction 6an be said to exist. It may be questioned perhaps whether one cause of the failure of King's College is not to be found in the struggle to maintain in too clear and definite a form this very difference between a School and a College. The Collegiate School at Fredericton is, I believe, a very useful Institution. It is governed by the College Council, and derives its resources from their funds. It may be for you to oonsider whether a closer connection between these two establishments would or would not be beneficial to both. It is possible that the upper classes of the School might advantageously attend the lec- tures of some of the College Professors, and on the other hand, the les£ advanced students of the College might profit by accurate grammatical instruction in the School. » must »f our iants> 19 will iditioik e of a itution », with smd of ine the t profit r there on the nrledge. >go the lliiig to iors and a level States. ' openly Indeed, society of oflfer- wen the gs of the , in older in every hi8 to be European diuoat in stinction le failare intain in a School ry useful d derives oonsidec ishments I that the I the lec- ler hand, accurate Thia appears possible, because, as you well know, a College in a Province like New Brunswick receives young men, or rather boys, at such an age that their previous instruction has been scanty, and their conduct and progress cannot be trusted wholly to a sense of right or the impulse of proper feeling. For this reason too, timong others, it will be a part cf your duty to inquire whether the discipline hitherto enforced at King's College has been sufficiently stringent in its character, not only as regards attendance at lectures, but also with reference to the individual freedom of egress and the moral iiabits of the students residing within the walls. 1 doubt much whether such an amount of personal liberty and discretion as forms part of the essence of academical life in Europe can be safely conceded to youths of the class and age likely to frequent King's College, Fredericton. In considering all these topics you will bear in mind the absolute necessity which exists for inspiring parents and guardians with full and complete confidence on two points, first, the utility of what is taught; second, the soundness of the morality ana discipline. Unless this confidence can be produced no large ircrease in the number of pupils can be expected, and without an increase of pupils increased usefulness is impossible. It is not desirable to profess to teach too much, but what we do profess to teach should be taught thoroughly. There are every- wliere young men of peculiar aptness for learning who will teach themselves if they have but the opportunity placed before them ; but these are not the mass. As a general rule, I myself believe that academical instruction, in order to deserve its name and be thoroughly effectual, must partake of a double character : it must be partly professorial and partly catechetical. The large views, the combined interest which belong to any branch of science or knowledge are best conveyed by lectures, but the indolent or the careless profit little by mere lectures. A pupil should be prepared fnr receiving the instruction given in a lecture by previous reading, and he should be clo'^cly questioned from day to day so as to ascer- tain that he has i',<' ^hed and assimilated the facts and principles conveyed by oral tehi'hmg or illustrated by experiment. Facilities might perhaps be given at King's College to persons desirous of following any particular course of study without becom- ing regular pupils of the establishment or taking a degree. The progress of such persons might be attested by a certificate of com- petency granted after examination by the Professors whose lectures they had attended. The success of Mr. Cregan's course of Civil Engineering and Surveying during last Winter, is at least ' encouraging. It has sometimes occurred to me as possible that the professorial lectures at King's College may hereafter be made available for th^ 6 iinprovemeat, of the higher class at least, of our School ToRchers. It may be a very material point fur your consideration, whether, if tlie Normal School were again moved to Fredericton, it would be possible to organize some connection between it and the teaching of King's College. Such nn arrangement would tend to raise very greatly the general standard of education throughout the Province. 1 throw this out merely as a suggestion, nnd I am by no means confident that it could be easily carried into rffeut. Another doubtful question may be the expediency of cn'iiting in the College Grounds a small model farm on which prnctical illustrations of scientific Agriculture might be aflTonji-d and explained. As I have already observed, however, it would not be desirable to attempt too much at first. ^■: • '* ■ - < In your Weport you will have in some degree to discuss the difficult subject of religious discipline and instruction as connected with King's College. 1 need not tell you that no religious test could eonsistently with the spirit of our institutions be imposed on Students admitted to the College, or on Candidates for a degree. At the time of entrance of a pupil, his parents or guardians might perhaps be called on to do one of two things ; either to allow him to profit by such religious teaching and religious wori^hip us were ofTered by the ordinary regulations of the (])ollege, or to name and arrange with some \linister in Fredericton at whose hands they desired the boy to receive religious instruction. It would then be the business of the College authorities to receive from such I'astor or Minister, weekly certificates shewing how far the Student had attended at the Minister's house and at the usual place of worship. For the character of the instruction so imparted the parents and the person whom they selected would be wholly responsible : the College authorities would only see that the young man availed him- self of it. 1 see no device other than this, or something resembling this, by which a College, open to all, and established and conducted at the public expense in these Colonies, can now enforce on its Students religious instruction of any kind. It is possible that some parents might wish their children to board in the house of the pastor to whom they entrusted their religious tuition ; nor do I know that under proper restrictions and safeguards, such a permission would be inconsistent with Acade- mical discipline— but I doubt not, that all these points will receive your best consideration. It will be for you to weigh carefully the arguments in favour of paying the Professors of the College by a salary only, or partly by u salary and partly by fees. The latter system certainly gives rach Professor a strong interest in increasing and maintaining the number of his class, whilst the ])artial endowment by salary prevents his entire depeudeuc^" on nierr popularity. ■ ; • ■ ; hether, t would lid the tend to >ii^hout id I am ffect. iitin^ ill trncticat Wi\ ftiid d not be :us9 the )niie(jtfd lous test posed on egree. ns might Ihtw hill) I us wer»' ame and luds tiiey 1 then be :h I'astor dent had • worship, ents and ible: the iled hiui- senibling onducted ce on its dren to ted their tions and A cade- receive avonr of lartly by ly gives niing the v ealnrv You will bear in nimd that King's College is a Royal Founda> tion, and that any change in its charter or its general objects ought to be submitted for the pleasure of the Queen. There is one point especially on which I think it necessary to offer a caution. It is not in any way probable that a plan for re-organixing the College and extending its utility woula neces- sarily dispense with the services of all those who now give instruction there ; but if you should feel it your duty to recommend any personal changes, you may naturally suppose that the Legis- lature would be reluctant to destroy entirely tne prospects of any gentleman who had come to this country, ana abandoned the pursuit of his profession elsewhere, in reliance on the public faith. Now it might perhaps occur to you that any indemnity or retiring allowance recommended on such considerations, would be most conveniently charged on that portion of the endowment which is derived from the Civil Lut. It by no means follows however, that Her Majesty would be advised to assent to such an application of any part of this fund, which was originally assigned to the College for the purpose of carrying on its active functions. On the other hand, I have no doubt that any proposition of this kind made by you, on sufficient grounds, would meet with due con- sideration, though I cannot pledge myself that it would be con- sidered admissible, even if approved of bv the Legislature. This among others is a reason why I wish that the Government should be in possession of your Report by the 1st of November next, in order that an opportunity may be am>rded of submitting the whole of your suggestions and advice to the Secretary of State for the Colonies. , . 1 enclose in this letter a copy of some correspondence on the subject of King's College which has already taken place between His Grace the Duke of Newcastle and myself, and which may in- terest you. The larger sphere of usefulness which is hinted at in this correspondence, as formerly attainable by a University in these Colonies is I fear now purely speculative. It may also be useful to place in your hands the enclosed printed Prospectus of the course of Education proposed to be adopted in King's College, London, for the new department of " Civil Ser- vice and Commerce." I have obtained this paper from my friend Dr. J elf, the Principal of King's College, because, I thought it pos- sible that the practical character which has been given to this course may be such as to meet some of the wants of a new country, or may, at any rate, supply some hints with reference to the course or study which it is most expedient to promote in this Colony. I have the honor to be, Gentlemen, your obedient servant, .. ..u; .,n EDMUND HEAD. Mctsri. Hon. J. H. Gray, .,.,''i. ' '' • " Dr. R,v«rinn, • John W. Dswioii, Es-i . •6 ■"■'i\Ui >'\ ENCLOSURES. I un No. 1. (Copy.)— No. 25. ' 'f'* ' ■ ^■tHPt'ilr, " Government House, .^ , .„„ . Fredericton, 9M ^/)n7, 1 853. My LORD Duke, — I think it my duty to place in your Grace's hands copies of a letter addressed by nte as Visitor of King's College, Fredericton, to the Chief Justice as Chancellor of tliat Institution. This College was founded by Royal Charter in the year 1827, whilst Sir Howard Douglas was Lieutenant Governor of New Brunswick. The Charter was amended and altered by an Act passed in the eighth year of Her present Majesty. Since its foundation it has struggled on without producing any effect proportionate to its endowment, and without securing to itself the confidence of the people of the Province. In 1851 an Address was presented by the House of Assembly, praying me to stop the allowance paid from the Provincial Revenue under the 3rd Section of the Act of Assembly, 9 Geo. IV. c. 29. 2. Upon this Address I was advised by the Law OfHcers of the Crown that no action could be taken ; because so long as the Act itself was unrepealed, and so long as the sum stipulated was paitl from the Civil List^ the money granted from the Provincial Reve- nne was du^ to the, Corporation and could not be withheld on an Address of one Branch of the Legislature. Entertaining as I do a very deep sense of the importance of preserving an endowment in aid of the higher branches of Educa- ' tion, I did not hesitate to act on this advice. At the same time I have kept steadily in view the hope of stimulatii.g some healthful movement on the part of the College which might cause the public to place confidence in the Institution itself. o. On my return from England therefore last autumn, I addressed the enclosed letter to the Chancellor. The College Council in consequence of this letter appointed a Committee, consisting of the Bishop, the Attorney General, and Mr. Justice Wilmot, for the purpose of conferring with me. After some delay I have met this Committee. They have reported to the College Council, and the result has been, certain additional Statutes which 1 have approved as Visitor, and of which 1 now enclose a copy for your Grace's information. Yoiir Grace will see that it is the intention of the Council to take a first step by organizing a plan forgiving instruction in Civil Engineering, and by some minor changes, which will at any rate convey to the public a notice that we are preparing to do some- thing likely to make the College more generally useful. 4. My printed letter will explain the defects and the difficulties "F 9 t» ur.7 » sc, * I, 1853. 11 r Grace's of King's or of that rear 1827, r of New >y an Act lucing any ecuring to Assembly, i\ Revenue IV. c. 29. cers of the as the Act i wns paiil cial Reve- beld on an lortanoe of of Educa-' line time I e healthful the public addressed buncil in sisting of ^ilmot, for have met kuncil, and I have r for your Council to >n in Civil ; any rate do some- difficulties under which we at present labour. I ought to add, liowever, a few words in explanation of the peculiar position in which we are placed. 5. It may seem strange to your Grace that an Institution founded so many years ago in direct imitation of the English Universities should have been thought likely to meet the public wants then, and yet, that as the Province increased in wealth and in importance the appreciation of Education of the higher kind should seem to have decreased. It must be recollected, however, that a large portion of the settlers in New Brunswick at the end of the last century were American Loyalists, who brought from an older and more advanced country a feeling for British Institu- tions and a desire to promote knowledge of a higher kind. These persons, and many of their sons, could feel a pride in the notion of possessing a University of their own, which has ceased to animate the next generation not imbued with precisely the same feelings, and more sensible of the immediate necessity for gaining their own livelihood and supplying their material wants. The same diflfi- culty has been experienced in many of the Colleges and Univer- sities incorporatea in the United States. Some details on this subject will be found in my letter. I need not observe too that the system of Government .-nd the amount of local action in the Colonies hus altered materially since the original Charter was granted. It is not surprising, therefore, that a different view should be taken of many questions. 6. 1 think it very much to be regretted that, instead of founding two Colleges such as that at Windsor in Nova Scotia, and that of King's College at Fredericton, some on* Institution was not origi- nally organized as a College or University for all these '* Lower Colonies," as they are termed, includiog Prince Edward Island. Nor am I sure that some such plan might not be advantageously discussed, even at the present time. Windsor, I believe, is either extinct or in a very languishing condition. 1 cannot flatter myself that agitation on the subject of King's College will cease. This very Sesnon a return of the whole ex- pense incurred in the construction and endowment of King's College has been moved for in both branches of our Legislature. When this return is made some action may probably be taken. 7. It is obvious enough that one University would amply meet the wants of Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, and P. E. Island. By united means such an Institution might be worth something, whilst our separate efforts will be comparatively valueless, and will, in all probability, end in leaving all the three Colonies without one Institution capable of imparting a superior education of any kind. King's College is a Royal Foundation : it would therefore be mani- festly improper for nie to discuss any plan affecting its future ■M 10 existence without first submitting my views to HiT Majesty's advisers. Should your Grace think it worth while to communicate on the subject with His Excellency the Lieutenant Governor of Nova Scotia, and with the Lieutenant Governor of P. E. Island, the possibility of executing some such scheme might be considered in these Colonies. 8. I have sometimes thought that the most feasible plan would be the creation of a body, resembling in its principle the University of London, by which the examinations should be regulated, and degrees should be granted, whilst the instruction was given in In- stitutions affiliated to the University, and situated locally in the different Provinces. In this way the existing Buildings and any local endowments might be turned to account, whilst the jealousy which would ensue from the position of the whole institutionin a single Colony would be obviated. Such separate establishments might discharge different functions. General Literature, Classics, and pure Mathematics, might be taught in one, whilst instruction in Natural History, Piiysical Science, Engineering and Agricul- ture, was given in another. The government of any such Univer- sity as a whole would consist of a Body of Trustees representing the several Provinces, controlling the action of the different Colleges, and regulating tiie examinations on which the degrees were conferred Jf a Medical School were desired, such a School might be established in some large city like Halifax or Saint John where an Hospital could be made applicable to the purposes of clinical instruction. 9. The condition of things in British North America, would make it essential that no religious tests of any kind should be allowed, and that no religious instruction according to the creed of any one denomination, should form an autlioritative part of the University course. A plan somewhat resembling that of the Qneen's Colleges in Ireland, by which pupils should reside with proper persons of their own religious persuasion licenced by the University, and answerable for their religious teaching and moral guidance, would be most likely to find favour with the public. From the debate in the Canadian Parliament of February 25th, I infer that there is a tendency to adopt some such scheme in Canada. One thing is clear — whatever our own convictions may be as to the principle of edncation which is best in the abstract— no plan which clashes with popular feeling, or inspires the smallest mistrust among those who are to profit by it, can succeed or be maintained for any length of time. 10. Your Grace will no doubt remark, that it is rasy to write vaguely as I have written in this Despatch, but that the real difli- culty of any such scheme will meet us when we attempt to obtain concerted action on the part of three different Legislatures, and ■fciL M, ,-:'- ;i*>aMfe^ij% 11 when vre try to frame the practical details necessary fur carrying out any such plan. 1 am quite aware of these difficulties, and 1 fully appreciate their magnitude. They are likely to be at least as great in New Brunswick as in any one of the other Colonies. Indeed 1 do not feel sure that they would not be insuperable, but I have thought it right to explain to vour Grace the considerations on this subject whicli have repeatedly forced themselves on my ovra mind, and which have induced me to do what 1 huve done. II. If it be your Grace's pleasure to consult the Lieutenant (Tuvernors of the other Colonies on the general bearing of tlie whole subject, you will no doubt learn from them whether tliere be any prospect that an ari-argement of the kind would find favour there. 1 could not properly communicate with them directly in such a matter, until 1 had submitted it to your Grace. I feel far from sanguine as to the probability of success under any circumstances, but 1 cannot reconcile myself to the notion that half a million of Her Majesty's subjects in these three Colonies are likely, in the course of a short time, to be left without any provision of any kind for education in the superior brunches of know edge. I may appear to be catching at a straw, in hinting at sue i an alternative as I huve suggested above. In the meantime, so far as King's College, I'ledf ricton, is concerned, I shall spare no effort which it is in my power to make, in order to increase its utility, and to inspire the ^population of New Brunswick with a desire to profit by any ndvuntages which it may afford. One thing alone is clear— it cannot go on long in its present condition, and unless a rapid change can be effected, ivi attack upon its existence, if not made in the present Legislative Session, cannot be very remote. I have, &c. &c. ■f-.'i (^^igned) His Qrace the Duke of NewcMtle, iVc. &•. &e. EDMUND HEAD. No. 2. (Copy.) — No. 2'). Downing Street, Itk May, 1853. Sir,— 1 have to acknowledge your Despatch, No. 25, of the'Jth nltiino, enclosing a Letter addressed by yon to the Chief Justice ud Chancellor of King's College, Frederictou. 2. I atn very sensible of the importance of the views developed ill your Despatcli and in that letter, and concur generally in your opinion that the establishment and maintenance of some central institution, either in the shape of a jointly established College, or ill that of a Board like the University of London, conferring degrees *1 12 on the Scholars oi" local Colleges, (whicli latter alter:: :( probably offers the best prospects of success,) might, if the expt- . riiiont were ably conducted, confer great advantages on the Provi:ioes which you have named. 3. As the best method which at present occurs to nie of furthering these views, or at all events of promoting information and discus- sion respecting them, 1 have transmitted an extract of your Despatch, and the enclosed letter, together with this answer, to the Lieutenant Governors of Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, and Newfoundland, t- rsif.; -''i:' no f '»!)rr;' / . r • - . I have. Sic. .1 li! (Signed) Lieut. Qovcrnor Sir Kiliniind Head, Jcc. &c. Sic. Newcastle. ,-»<') .•Ti' .1, ■.! 1 No. 3. " • KING'S COLLEGE, LONDON. y f > DEPAFITMENT OF "CIVIL SERVICE AND COMMEIICK. " This Department is intended, (1) for Gentlemen expecting; Appointments, or intending to offer themselves as Candidates for Appointments, in the Civil Service of Her Majesty's Government, or in that of the Honourable East India Company ; and (2) for Gentlemen preparing themselves for Mercantile, Legal, or other similar occupations. The course c»f instruction will embrace — Latin, and Ancient History ; Mathematics, Arithmetic, and Book keeping ; French and German ; History, general and political ; Geography ; English Literature and Composition ; Law, municipal, international, and commercial ; Political Economy. Instruction can also be obtained, witiiin liie College, in (ireek, Italian, Spanish, Chinese, the Oriental Laneuages, Uotany, Chemistry, &c. ; but, as these do not form part of the regnhir course, an extra fee is charged for each of these subjects. The different Classes are conducted by the following Professors and Lecturers: — Religious Instruction, according to the principles of the United Church of England and Ireland, by the llev. E. H. Plumptre, M.A. Chaplain, late Fellow of Brasenose College, Oxford. Latin, and Jncient Historif, by the Rev. R. W. Browne, M.A. late Fellow and Tutor of St. John's College, Oxford, Protipssor ; and the Rev. J. S. Brewer, M.A. of Queen's College, Oxford, Lecturer. Mathematics, by the Rev. T. G. Hall, M..\. late Fellow and Tutor of Magdalene College, Cambridge, Professor ; the Rev. T. 13 A. Conk, M. A. of Trinity College, Cambridge, tiiid T. M. Goodeve, Esq. M.A. of Saint John's College, Cambridge, Lecturers. kn^linh Literature and Afoderti History, by G. W. Dasent, ]isq. D,C\L. of Maftdalene Hall, Oxford, Professor ; and the Rev. 4. J. S. Perowne, M.A. Fellow of Corpus Cliriati College, Cam- bridge, Fjectiirer. 77ie English Language, Composition, i^c, by the Rev. J. J. S. Perowne, I'VlIovr of Corpus Christ! College, Cambridge, Professor. Cfeograp/it/, by Rev C. G. Nicolay, Lectnrer. French, by Isidore Hrasseur, Professor ; and by Lecturer. German, by Adolphiis Bernays, Ph.D. Professor. The Laio of Nations, by Travers Twiss, Esq. D.C.Ij. Fellow of University College, Oxford, Professor. English Lata and Jurisprudence, by James Stephen, Esq. Barrlster-at-Law, Professor. .„,.„„ . , . Commercial Imw, by Leone Levi, Esq. ' ' Political Economi/, by Professor. Arithmetic and Bookkeeping, by J. W. Le Jeune, Esq. Aritli- nietiual Master of King's College School. REGULATIONS RESPECTING STUDENTS. •'" ':■ The Students received into this Department are — L Matriculated Students, or those admitted to the regular and prescribed course of study. Each candidate for Matriculation must produce a testimonial of good character from his last instructor ; and when admitted by the Principal, must subscribe his name to a declaration that he will conform to all the rules and regulations which may from time to time be prescribed tor the good goremment of the College, under the sanction and authority of the Council. No one can be admitted a Matriculated Student under Fifteen Years of Age. The Fees payable by Matriculated Students amount to £12 12s. per Term. The Fees for the first two Terms (except under special circumstances) are to be paid upon entrance, in addition to £4 15s< 6d. for Matriculation. The y/cacfemiffa/ Fear consists of 7%ree Terms: \\z Michaelmas Term, from the beginning of October to the week before Christmas ; Lent Term, from the middle of January to the week before Easter ; Easter Term, from Easter to the end of June. A limited number of Students are admitted to reside in the College, under the charge of a resident Censor. The expense varies from £50 to £60 per annum, according to the position of the rooms. In this amount is included the whole expense of Rent for furnished rooms and of attendance throughout the year, of fuel during the two Winter Terms, and of dinner during the time that Lectures continue. '■ 'li mm H N,«a.- II. Occasional Sill deniH. — The different Classes in tlii.^ Depart- ment are Itkeirise open to any CJenUenien irboseage or occapations roay not allovr them to attend the whole of the Coarse, but who may wish to avail themselves of the opportunity of studying any particular subject. FEES FOR SEPARATE COURSES :- Tbkm. .-$' .,-n- £ t. 4. Latin and Ancitnt Hiitory, ••440 Mathematiet 4 4 Hittory and Enarliih Litoratun , -230 2 2 1 1 3 2 2 2 2 2 5 5 2 12 6 2 3 2 2 Compotition, - Oeogniphjr, ...... Law Fr«noh, ....... German, ....... ChincM Oriental Language*, ... Pditieal Eoonomv, . - . • Arithmetic and Book.keeping, Per Ann £ *. d. 10 10 10 10 5 5 5 5 2 13 6 5 5 5 5 5 5 HOURS OF ATTENDANCE. Chapel, DiTini^, Law, (BUekttone'a CommeB>> tarie*), J Mathematiei, • Latin Ancient Hittorjr, i . • - . French Oeneial Hiitory XngKth Compoeition, ... Modem Hittorjr and Engli«b> Literature, ) German, ....... Gcograpbjr, Aritnmetie and Book-keeping, ThoLawofNationi, - - . M. 10 lot— Hi nj-i2i 11-3 3^ To. 10 9-10 tot— Hi 12t-lt llt-12t li-S 3-4 W. 10 lJ-2 lot-nt Ui-I2i 181-11 2t-4 Th. 10 • a • • lOl-Ut lli-13t • • ISil^li • • 11-3 3-4 F. 10 9-10 lOt-llt 111-121 121-11 • • 11-3 3-4 10 llt-12 loi-nt Fnll particulars upon all subjects connected with this Depart- ment may be obtained by application to J. W. Cunningham, Esq. Secretary. R. W. JELF, D.D. Principal. King't CoUegtt London, j4pril II, 1854. . \Jr^,l ; j..> .,ilj 'i! ihJ^fv,' yi E(5fTf;j"^«B .t.-i^ ., ' j: 4.,,-. ■Jo B)£/U:(^'>;1 •)<;}■<.. ioiJ. ^j-jji'/ T- i Depart- :Dpation8 but who ying any iM r-nr-'tt-nit ». 10 lU-ia 10 .. Hi .. 121 .. ,. •"?" 1 1 il Depart- lani, Esq. ncipal.