I felt almost frightened at the responsibility which came into my hands--of the possible _twist_ which I might give them.
"1871.

I never look upon the mass of girls going into our dining-room or chapel without feeling their nobility, the sovereignty of their pure spirit." The following letter from Miss Mitchell, though written at a later date, gives an idea of the practical observing done by her classes: MY DEAR MISS -- --: I reply to your questions concerning the observatory which you propose to establish.

And, first, let me congratulate you that you begin _small_.

A large telescope is a great luxury, but it is an enormous expense, and not at all necessary for teaching....

My beginning class uses only a small portable equatorial.