2020-01 Putnal
This lot is closed for bidding. Bidding ended on 1/18/2020
A great Virginia related Staunton Female Seminary advertising card, issued by Rev. J. I. Miller, as principle, ca. 1878, which boldly touts that "Mrs. Gen. J. E. B. Stuart. Competent and Kind" is one of their "corps of teachers." The printed, 12 mo. card, goes on to declares that, in part: "Session opens Sept. 5th, 1878. Its corps of teachers including Mrs. Gen. J. E. B. Stuart. Competent and Kind. This school is noted for its opposition to extravagance, for superior discipline, good board, with the most thorough and practical instruction. Terms: $210 per scholastic year." In response to Staunton's already established religious seminaries. The Staunton Female Seminary was opened in 1870 and was located in three stylish brick buildings at the south end of Fayette Street and sported a host of modern amenities including gas, heating apparatus, ventilation and bathrooms while the grounds were highly ornamented with trees, flowers, fountains and water fountains. Staunton Female Seminary did not fare as well as some of its sister schools and closed by 1896. Very minor spotting does not distract, else VG
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