The weekly Butte record., 1866-05-19

Tx wRDpuec-Ar. and Mrs. C. F. LOTT, eel
ehrased the tenth anniversary Of their wedding
day % wednesday Evening last. As the tenth an
niversry Of snch occasions is technically known
the Tin Wedding they were visited BY large
number Of guests. who carried With them . great
yariesy of tuware consisting of household utensils
Of evefv description, both useful and ornamental.
Creature comforts were spread in ample profusion
for quests. and amidst music and dancing by the
young folks, and the recounting of youthful expe-
rience BY the aged, the evening wore pleasantly
away. The marriage cermony of the anniversary
occurred at about II O'Clock, ~, and performed
by Judge CEoss, of Sacramento; or, by Judge SAP
FORD, of Butte; or, by "some other man" whose
name our reporter did not distinctly understand.
The bridal party assembled in the parlor, and we're
supp orted on either side, BY . numerous array of
ladies and gentlemen. The fair and blooming hos
tess had courageoasly considered her nerves equal
to the occasion, and did not take chloroform. -
The ceremony consisted in part of = presentation
OF the tinware, with an explanation Of the useful
ness OF the various articles. and given in we'll
articulated sentences by the Tin Clergyman nearly
as follows Dearly beloved brethren and sisters
the spirit moveth US in sundry places to re unite
this worthy couple by the SOLDER ngiron appropriate
to this Tin anniversary. l approach the duty de
volving upon me with great embarrassment Z
know not why have been chosen from among the
more able men present for this service unless it is
because Of my familiarity with SMALL CAPS and
regular news issue in sheets The experience of the
Bridegroom will enable him, at least, TO understand
that s much easier for this your unaspiring tin
parson to prepare along article for insertion In the
RECORD, than to make . speech. Who will give this
Woman away! {Cousiu Judge CRoss, with appa
rent great joy and gladness-"I will. and here is
the ring.'' The Tin preacher continuation
former occasion, the company then present, were
asked to state their objections to the union Of this
couple. or forever after hold their peace-in readi
ness; in this rejoinder, that occasion, rebut
ting testimony is admissible CAS- nothing but
uproarous assent was heard, the improvised oficia
ting tinker, taking tin crater in his hand, contin
ued)-"This is presented to the gentleman. as the
greater Of the two; it will be found servicabe in
variety of ways. but principally for rasping your
horse radish and preparing it for use. This Lager
beer pitcher is presented to the Lady, as being
larger than the CRATER, and is symbolical Of the
supreme power Oh the woman IN the auairs OF tne
household. This tin bread is presented to you
both; il is divided into compartments, one for the
staff of life, one for cakes and sweetmeats, and
another for bakers yeast, which lesvens the whole
body Of the dough, and causes it to rise with new
light and life. You will place the ring upon the
finger of the lady, and accept of this Towering pot,
as refreshing and invigorating reminder of the
roses which this goodly company join in wishing
may line your path to the silver anniversary of the
event we celebrate, where they hope to meet you.
together with lots OF little Lofts and again extend
you their congratulations. Let US prey"
Judge SAFFORD led of in gallant charge upon
the Bride, and those outside commenced charirari
on the tinware. A collation. was spread and toasts
and genial flow Of spirits followed, until the COM
pany separated for their homes.