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re-opening of some of the schools, and, therefore, two, at least, of 

 our large mission schools were not represented, the pastor and 

 teachers being absent from the city. Of the city schools, that 

 of the church under the pastoral care of Eev. G. J. Prescott was 

 always well represented. 



The work of this Committee commenced with the idea of interest- 

 ing the children of the laboring classes. We feel sure that many 

 children of a larger growth, not belonging to this particular class, 

 will confess to the beneficial influence. The touching spectacle of 

 the procession of little children bearing their plants so proudly 

 through the streets, and presenting them to the Committee, carried 

 its blessing. 



In reporting the financial condition of the treasury, with a balance 

 on the right side, we hope to insure for another 3- ear that hearty 

 co-operation of all friends of advancement, which will furnish a 

 generous allowance of money. 



The amount of cash received by the Committee was $115 00 



Paid for printing circulars, schedules, etc., 14 00 

 " " Advertisement in Boston Herald, 10 00 

 " " Gratuities and Prizes, 81 28 



105 28 



Cash on hand, $9 72 



A list of the prizes and gratuities awarded is subjoined. 

 Respectfully submitted, 



HENRIETTA L. T. WOLCOTT, 



Secretary of the Committee. 



