The vessel had been duly cleared at the custom house, and every article required for the voyage had been received.

The boys were ordered to put on their best suits, and at nine o'clock a steamer came off, having on board a large number of the parents and friends of the students.

The forenoon was given up to this interesting occasion.

It was a beautiful day, with a gentle breeze from the westward, and at twelve o'clock, all hands were mustered on deck for religious services, to be performed by the chaplain, in the presence of the friends of the pupils.
Mr.Lowington was a religious man, and the position of the Rev.Mr.
Agneau, as chaplain on board, was by no means a sinecure.

Services had always been held twice a day on Sunday.