The Southern Training-School, Graysville, Tenn.
By M. B. Van Kirk
Our school opened according to announcement, September 18, at 9 A. M. Our new chapel, while not entirely finished, was so it could be used. Promptly upon the hour a voluntary announced the opening of school. A program of some length, consisting of speeches by members of the board and faculty, and by others interested in the school, was then given. Following this, the registration took place, eighty-six students enrolling in the training-school and intermediate departments, and about twenty in the normal department. The enrolment has since increased to one hundred eight. An excellent spirit prevails among the students so far this year, and each seems anxious to do what he can to make the school a success. A spirit of cheerfulness and willingness in putting up with some of the difficulties is manifested. We trust our school building will be entirely finished in a few weeks, and each one most thoroughly appreciates the added facilities which our new building gives us. During the past vacation seven of our students have been canvassing, with most excellent success. I think each of them has earned as much as one scholarship, and some have earned more. One of our students served as licensed minister in the Tennessee River Conference last year, and has returned to finish his course this year. Several students who did not attend our school last year have been canvassing and trying to obtain a scholarship. They have met with considerable success. The outlook for the school this year is most excellent. All expect a pleasant and profitable time. A special course for church elders and workers will be given after the holidays. This course will be in charge of Professor Tenney. I am sure that our brethren who have contributed to the $150,000 fund would be much pleased to see what has been done with the money that came to Graysville. We have attempted to spend it wisely and economically, and we believe that the results will bear inspection. We expect to continue our efforts in behalf of the young people in interesting many of them in the idea of canvassing to obtain a scholarship for the coming year. M. B. VAN KIRK.