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Z. B. SPENCE, PRESIDENT R. N. CHESTNUT, PRINCIPAL

SPENCE’S BUSINESS SCHHOL [SIC]

“GOLDSBORO’S PRIDE”

This is truly the age of progress, and the old times when a young man or woman could enter business life and make a success of it without any special training has passed, and now it is the carefully trained and highly educated man or woman who makes a success of life. This is the purpose of Spence’s Business School, which has been located at Goldsboro for the past three years. During this time the work that the school has been doing, and the care and attention shown to their pupils, have been such that the attendance has continually grown and to-day Goldsboro has a school that is a leader in regards business education and training in the State. This school is conducted by the founder, Prof. Z. B. Spence, who is President, while he is ably assisted by instructors who are thoroughly skilled in business training, work.

The properties of an instructor are peculiar and only a few people have them in any degree, but the work which Prof. Spence has done in the time he has been conducting his school here has won for him the esteem and confidence of all who have had dealings with him.

Spences’ Business School occupies the third floor of the Peoples Bank Building, facing Kennon Hotel; has large spacious rooms, plenty of light, windows being on all sides. They have both day and night school. The courses taught in the school are same as taught in the leading colleges throughout the United States. The school issues a Handsome Diploma and positions are secured for graduates.

Book-keeping – One of the finest systems of book-keeping is used which is known throughout the United States, being taught in all the leading colleges. The course is simple, yet it covers everything pertaining to the work. Full explanation is given on changing books from Single to Double Entry; closing books, when to Debit, Credit, and Close almost any account imaginable. In every way the System meets the fullest demand of the business world. The instructor of this department is a master of the work and those taking the course here will surely be pleased. Every person should know book-keeping.

Shorthand – We simply cannot say too much about the system of Shorthand taught in this school – Barnes Pitman. This course is very simple, undoubtedly the best, being taugth [sic] in the largest colleges all over the United States. Graduates are taken to 100 words per minute, new matter. The work of the Stenographer is exceedingly fascinating and remunerative, and the ever increasing demand for competent Stenographers is ample to guarantee pleasant and profitable employment.

Typewriting – In the department the Touch method is taught. It enables the operator to use a typewriter without observing the keyboard, enabling him also to perform a greater amount of work in a given time, with less effort and exertion, and allows those who acquire this method to successfully demand a greater remuneration for their services, in consequence of having been more economically and satisfactorialy [sic] rendered. The school is supplied with new Typewriters.

Penmanship – It is with pleasure that we mention this course. Of all the schools, those desiring to become skillful writers will find no better place than at Spence’s Business School. Prof. Spence himself is instructor of Penmanship, and the beautiful pen pictures on the walls of his school speak for themselves. Prof. Spence is a master penman, and not only does he know how to write, but he knows how to instruct others, as well, in this valuable art. The course in Penmanship includes, Business writing, Artistic Card Writing, Flourishing and Pen Sketching. Every one should know how to write a good hand and for those who desire to better their writing we assure you that it will pay to investigate this school.

Drawing – This course is also taught by Prof. Spence. The course covers Designing, Cartooning, Comic Sketching, Black and White Crayon Drawing, Color Work, etc. The course is comprehensive and fully meets the modern requirements of the times.

Telegraphy – IN ALL THE SOUTH, we feel safe in saying that you will find no better Telegraph School. There are reasons. The school is furnished instruments, switchboard, battery, supplies, etc. by the Western Union Telegraph Co., while they have the main line wires furnished by the Atlantic Coast Line Railroad Co., thus allowing the students the benefit of the real work handled over same. No better Telegraph Course can be found.

We could say more concerning the school, but fee that the above should be sufficient guarantee that this school is just what it claims to be. The extracts from letters received by the school should be convincing. Letters such as these can be shown from students all over the conutry [sic] who are now holding responsible positions. Have you a catalog? If not write the school for one to day.

EXTRACTS FROM A FEW OF THE MANY

LETTERS TO SPENCE’S BUSINESS

SCHOOL.

By your method of teaching drawing was able to in short time to make beautiful pictures. Now do beautiful color work and consider the training I received from you to be the best.

MISS E. DAWSON, Kinston, N. C.

Seven months with you made me a competent operator. Your penmanship course is the best. Any one desiring a Business course should attend your school.

M. V. POLK, Hampton, S. C.

I consider Prof. Spence’s ability in the art of Penmanship, Typewriting, Telegraphy and all courses taught by him equaled by few and surpassed by none.

R. P. KING, Greensboro, N. C.

It is seldom one sees a teacher who takes a greater interest in his students. His method is simply grand. Will at all times recommend his school as best.

MISS ELIZABETH FERREE, High Point, N. C.

Knew scarcely nothing about Telegraphy. Spent three months and seven days in your school. You secured me a position. To-day am Manager for the W. U. Tel. Co., making good salary. A good word for you at all times.

CHAS. KNOTT, Manning, S. C.

His courses all he claims. Am now with A. C. L. R. R. Co. Mr. Spence is one of those few “ten talented” men and deserves much credit. Will always recommend his school.

W. A. STALLINGS, Goldsboro, N. C.

I unhesitatingly pronounce his school thorough in every respect. Will gladly recommend his school to any one interested in a business Course.

MISS MAJJIE MOYE, Goldsboro, N. C.

Have made as high as sixty-five dollars in two weeks. Had it not been for Prof. Spence, would to-day be working in some grocery store. Will speak a good word for him as long as I live.

HUGH TILLMAN, Washington, D. C.

Knew nothing about the work. Am pleased with course at Spence’s Business School. To-day working for Southern R. R. Co. and making good money. The school is as good as can be found.

L. B. GOODWIN, Goldsboro, N. C.

Took Shorthand and Typewriting just a few months at Spence’s Business School. Am now holding position as Stenographer with Carolina Rice Mills. The work as taught by Mr. Spence is thorough in every respect and any one wishing a Business course will make no mistake in entering his school.

MISS LESSIE FAULKNER, Goldsboro, N. C.

Cannot say too much for Prof. Spence’s school. About five months study in Book-keeping took me to my present position with Goldsboro Gas Co. Am well pleased with the course and simply cannot say enough for the school.

J. L. ROBINSON, Goldsboro, N. C.

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