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and appreciate the advantages which instruction in the elements of education confers upon the fortunate possesser, and gradually perceive the worth of knowledge for its own sake, independent of the pecuniary advantages its possession confers. The proficiency of the pupils and the marked attention noticed in many cases on the part of both parents & teachers is the signal of success; and there can be no doubt that the feelings of pride in their children and love for them, will as in the case of white people be found a sufficient stimulus for them to exert themselves as much as possible to send their children & go themselves to school, - and it is confidently expected that a wider attendance and still more liberal support on the part of parents, will be had by all the schools which may be started in this Sub District this winter.

Respectfully Submitted
John A McDonnell
S.A. Com