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Mr. Williams states also that such a prejudice exists among the acquaintences of the young ladies teaching those schools he fears they will many of them abandon the project - that unless the scholars pay more regularly, it will be impossible for him to continue, He says they do not lack the will to pay - but the money - that with a little aid, and resolute teachers, these schools might be made a success.
Dr. Easter of the Episcopal Church has spoken to me in connection with the establishment of a large school for Colored children under the direction of his Church. He states that a good teacher would be required (a gentlemen) in order to make it a success - and that he does not think such an one could be found among southern people. Who would accept the position - I have not been able to find a suitable person for the new position - thus far-
I find many colored children receive instruction in the white families where they work