02512cam a22003373u 4500 61823 UtSlPG 20260610134426.0 m cr n 260607r2020||||utu|||||o|||||||||||||| d ca22000225 UtSlPG en iso639-1 PS Ellenbecker, John G., 1867-1945 The Old-Time Spelling School; In Three Parts Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2020 1 online resource : multiple file formats text txt rdacontent computer c rdamedia online resource cr rdacarrier Release date is 2020-04-13 Pt. I. Golden valley -- Pt. II. The contest -- Pt. III. Musical. Produced by MFR, David E. Brown, and the Online Distributed Proofreading Team at https://www.pgdp.net (This file was produced from images generously made available by The Internet Archive) "The Old-Time Spelling School; In Three Parts" by John G. Ellenbecker is a nostalgic poetic work written in the early 20th century. Composed in a reflective style, the book pays tribute to the communal and educational spirit of rural America during a time when spelling bees were a significant social event. It explores the experiences of pioneer families in Kansas and highlights the importance of these spelling contests in fostering camaraderie and competition among students from nearby schools. The book is divided into three parts: "Golden Valley," "The Contest," and "Musical." In "Golden Valley," the author recalls the joyful memories of spelling schools where young and old came together to demonstrate their spelling prowess and entertain one another. "The Contest" captures the excitement and tension of a significant spelling competition between different districts, showcasing the hard work and dedication of the participants. Finally, "Musical" shifts to a celebratory atmosphere as local talent is showcased through music and performances, culminating in a joyful community gathering. Overall, Ellenbecker's work serves as a heartfelt remembrance of simpler times and the foundational role that education and community played in the lives of early settlers. (This is an automatically generated summary.) Original publication data not identified Stories in rhyme Spelling bees -- Poetry https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/61823 102647 102647