Rutland weekly herald. [volume] (Rutland, Vt.) 1859-1877, 1869-04-08

A Golden Half Century surpris,
Tie ahisth aasi,ellssry of ~ "a,
ariage Of Harlow Hoslosa and sally Hotcl
kiss occurred on the Both of March, 1856!
During large. portion of this Ion
period, they have had a numerous family
consisting Of several children that hay
come under their fostering care, boarder
and Others in their employ, there neve
has been birth in their house, nor
funeral procession move from their dwell
ing; but, strange as it may appear, Their
have been goodly number of marriage
In their family, which are facts worthy o
notice. These circumstances being known
to the good people of East Poultney, ant
also being aware that he and Mrs. Hos
ford were about to let the anniversar,
pass unnoticed, they determined to take
the matter in their own hands and give
| them surprise, which was accomplished
In very pleasant manner, as the sequel
will show.
On the evening of March 31st, while
the chimney of Mr.. Hosford's house was
on fire, the blaze extending perpendicular
lily about four feet above the house, light
ing the hills on both sides, amid the cry
OF fire the guests began to assemble well
prepared to perform what they had un-
dertaken. The arrivals continued, not
outstanding the very unpleasant travel
Ing, until their small house was well filed
with pleasant and cheerful company
Among the guests were two physicians,
whom Mr.. Hosford informed, they were
not sick, which was agreeable to then, as
they were present for different purpose
than administering to the sick. There
were also among their friends "a deputy
sheriff and justice of the peace, so they
were prepared for any emergency; but all
were peace-abiding citizens, therefore
their services In an official capacity were
The dwelling being rescued
from the devouring element, Mr. Hosord
and family surrendered their right to rule
It for the time being, to their guests to do
as they pleased. The house was soon
lighted and the tables spread
With everything to please the taste with
mt any exertion on the part of the host
md hostess, thus they were justified in
making the surrender, and were happy in
LONG SO to the kind friends who had thus
avored and surprised them.
The repast at the table having ended
Nth sufficient to spare, saying nothing of
he bridal loaf, untouched, and which was
indy presented to the bridegroom and
ride OF fifty years, for which many thanks
'ere returned, Mr.. and Mrs III. were
len requested to take seats in the parlor +
de by side, not knowing. what was TO
efan them, but still willing to confide in
leir friends that no harm was intended.
ley cheerfully complied with the request. !
Q their surprise, the Rev. Thomas Tobin
'oa presented himself bearing a large |
I'd elegant silver pitcher and salver, ac- $
by two goblets lined with gold. I
I'd addressed the couple in an appropri-
and apt manner, presenting them with t
csc tokens of friendship in behalf of t
nors present, and absent The Reverend II
continued his remarks present. t
g line black ebony cane, surmounted
til a golden head. His address was
ry much to the edifcation and instruc- a
N Of all present. This was to the COM h
etc surprise of Mr. Hosford, and much b
his embarrassment. Mr. H. replied
Acknowledgements in manner which :,
Heated his complete surprise at the rich :.
nation of his friends. He then called "
the assembly to sing Old Corona
n which was admirably done, to the "
lowing words:
"An hail the power Of Jesu5 name NJ
Let Angels pfostrate fall n.
BRING forth royal dIadcn,
" And crown him Lord OF all - OF
After which the evening was spent in - :,
agreeable and sociel manner. LONG, TO !.
roneInhar..l ~ oil VINO participated. II
IN the ID day of April, Rev Mr.. Tobin W,
led at Dir. Hosford's dwelling. and pre- I'M
ted Mrs Hosford beautiful gold pin } u
sleeve buttons, from young couple in h.
tland, who designed them to accom- IN
y the other gifts, but failed to reach lea
iltney IN time, as the parties could lea
be present, but sent their regrets and ei
1 wishes
II. and Mrs. Hosford would present the ha
owing acknowledgement to all their sa,
nds who contributed to these rich and fro
4ly priced gifts the following i hii
Cdld na
o all those friends who have made So
80 rlch donations, 70 uumerited and rot
<pected on our part, the more wh
thoughts dwell upon it the more we
,,ufprlsed. We care not able to express !
heartfelt gratitude, but hope "A kind not
.,dencc will richly reward You all. and at
10 you to walk the golden city which go
revelator John saw in his vision. | the
Srrenty-two years Of age the third erie
Of March last. Mrs, Hosford will be tina
nty the sixth day Of May next. We int,
joined IN marriage on the 3Oth day wss
larch, \. ID. 1919, by the Rev. Clark wal
drck, the first pastor of the Baptist bro
ca III foultney. Elder kendrick pre.
February 29th, A. ID. 1924, in the chr
year of his age. And after these "Fo
years, through the goodness of God. edu
re now permitted to subscribe our i :,
pur
HARLOW AND SALLY HosFoRD. nlar
st Poultney, April the 4, A. ID. 1869. ~
e editor Of the HERALD may be per- 80
tn
md Mrs. Hosford, on their golden sic. y
'ers4ry, and wish them many happy fair,
yet i'll their united relation of viii
and and wife, not forgetful of their NOV
Kind courtesies and bountiful hos NJ, NV
ty III former years, and add an Incl Min,
or two to the narrative of this festal the
ION, which are of interest. of u
ey were for many years the popular char
n g II t.