Rutland weekly herald. [volume] (Rutland, Vt.) 1859-1877, 1868-01-30

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who did not wish the hours more slow
that brought the occasion 10 its close
First in the order Of arrangements Were
a series of tableaux, which challenged the
admiration Of every beholder The cos
TUNES and masks greatly aided IN setting
off the scenic representations to fine adj
vantage, and the gaze was riveted upon
the living statuary,
The table was tastofully arranged and
elegantly adorned, as well as heavily load
ed with substantials and luxuries. The
good things offered disappeared with Won
dcrful celebrity and were as quickly re-
placed by hidden stores THAT seemed in
cxhaustible,
The walters, in their masks and cos
tunes. were the observed Of all Observers
Their unique appearance naturally became
a prominent feature Of the entertainment
and contributed much Ia the pleasure OF
the guests. II was happy conception
most happily carried out,
The Welsh Band Of Fairhaven dis
courscd music Of a high order, intcrspersed
with lighter pieces, affording variety
that was complimentary 10 their taste as
well a. mos, pleasing TO the ear Of an adj
miring assemblagc
Much credit is due to 7, W, Hyde, ESD,
who had the general supervision and man.
agemcnt of things in the hall, during the
evening, lie kept everything in as good
order rs was practicable in a room crowd
ed by over three hundred persons,
The politenesS Of the young people, and
their Difference and respect 10 their
seniors, was the theme Of commendatory
remark by those advanced in the walks OF
lie; and as these could not but feel graf
flied by the young life in which they min
glci, 50 they could not refrain from doing
their best Ia render themselves agreeable
and attractive 70 their young friends. II
i exceedingly pleasing TO see lively youth
and venerable age commingling in such d
manner that the disparity of years is for
gotten, without transcending the proprie'
tie, belonging TO the different periods o.
life. 80 was il on this festive occasion
Age was there, but it had no austert
brow, frowning severity upon the limo
cent gaiety Of youth youth was there
beaming with beauty and gladness, but II
had no giddincss displeasing to the
thoughtful and sedatc mind The charms
Of the youthful were recognized and ad
irired by the aged, and in return tn,
Young were attracted and fascinated by
the kindness, the interest, and the virtues
Of their superiors in age, experience and
attainment
The happy blending and toning Of diff
icrent lfe-periods into each other, fur
nishes the strongest argument in favor o.
frnnnent gatherings fnr snaial intercourse
and rational enjoyment There is need
Of improving all the means we have fol
strengthening the various ties by which
the extremes of society can be bound to
gether in mutually agreeable relations
We therefore favor mite societies, aid
societies, sunday school excursions, pie
MICS. and festivals. They may take the
place of Objectionable things, and sup
plant the desire for trivial amusements
II is due 10 say that no liquor Is fur
ni-hcd at tile HydcNille Hotel, where the
Festival was held, and that Mr.. Heath
the new landlord, eNerted himself nobly
10 make everything pleasant and delight,
ful He will soon have the best appoint
81 house in this part of Vermont. and
will doubles, receive liberal public pat.
raua.,. Few Incn viii do more t" de
serve II