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Public Schools of the State of Kansas Teachers Grade Certificate     It is hereby certified that Gertrude Brown has been examined in all the branches required to be taught in the common schools and having furnished evidence of good moral character and ability to govern, is entitled to a Third grade certificate for the County of Wordson. This certificate shall be valid Six months, unless sooner revoked.     The following is her standing in the several branches on a scale of 10. Orthoepy Geography 7 Physiology & Hygiene Theory & Practice of Teaching Orthography 5 Mental Arithmetic 6½ Map Drawing Reading 7 English Grammar 9½ Vocal Music Penmanship 6½ Written Arithmetic 6 U.S. Constituion & History Dated at Kalida this 28th day of March 1874.

 

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