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Historic leaves, volume 4, April, 1905 - January, 1906, The Charlestown schools (search)
week for 30 scholars. The school for girls (over seven years of age) was kept six months, and also closed in November. In April (1820) it was voted to pay Miss Carlisle, the assistant, one-half as much as to Mr. Prentiss, the principal. October 20, J. M. Wilkins, of No. 1, resigned suddenly, much to the regret of the board. He received their commendation. Edward Sawyer was appointed his successor, at a salary of $800, if he continues two years; if less than that time, only $700 per ann Thompson was engaged for the month of August. September 1, Henry Adams was engaged, and began his labors there, at a salary of $600. In October the school in district No. 1, under Messrs. Sawyer and Gordon, was examined and gave satisfaction. October 20, Cornelius Walker succeeded Mr. Sawyer as teacher. The female school, under Luther S. Cushing and Miss Sprague, was kept six months. The examination was highly gratifying, especially Miss Sprague's work. May 3, 1824, this school opened again,