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COMMERCIAL COURSES

Commerce 305. Bookkeeping.—First Term. 8:30; Jefferson Hall.
Fee $5.00. Mr. Webb.

This course is outlined to give the student a working knowledge of the principles
and methods of modern bookkeeping in as short a time as is consistent
with thoroughness. Many exercises involving the various kinds of business
transactions are systematically recorded in the proper books. The student is
drilled in making statements and closing books at the end of fiscal periods. Text-Book.—To
be announced.

Commerce 306. Shorthand.—Both Terms. 2:30; Jefferson Hall.
Fee $5.00. Mr. Webb and Mr. Loveland.

This course is outlined to meet the wishes of those who have had little or no
experience in the study of shorthand. The Manual of Gregg Shorthand is covered.


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The lectures thoroughly explain the principles of the system and their application
in actual work. After completing this course the student will be able to do the
additional practice necessary for skill and speed without the aid of an instructor,
if it should be impossible to continue the work in school.

Commerce 307. Shorthand, Advanced Course.—Both Terms. 10.30;
Jefferson Hall. Fee $5.00. Mr. Webb.

The purpose of this course is to meet the needs of those who are sufficiently advanced
in shorthand to take dictation. Proper time will be devoted to review of
principles. A considerable quantity of material will be dictated for transcription.
This class will not be conducted unless at least six students apply for the work.

Commerce 308. Typewriting.—Both Terms. Hours to be arranged.
Jefferson Hall. Fee $5.00. Mr. Loveland.

This course is so outlined that advanced students as well as beginners can be
accommodated. The touch system is taught. The method of teaching employed is
one that requires the least expenditure of time and energy on the part of the
student. Text-Book.—To be announced.

Commerce 309. Commercial Arithmetic.—First Term. 9:30; Jefferson
Hall. Fee $5.00. Mr. Loveland.

Moore and Miner's Commercial Arithmetic. This class will not be conducted
unless at least eight students apply for the work.