The Middlebury register. [volume] (Middlebury, Vt.) 1850-1882, 1872-01-09
edly called upon, he would read speech.
But for the sentiment.

hhN "a iish ineIn lof ltS hppncatlOn.
Upon this resolution offered by Mr..
Bailey, Gov. Slade made remarks trac-
ing the rise and progress of the company
from its beginning, the efforts that had
to be made to educate the voters OF the
village to see the utility and necessity Of
organizing fire company and of procur-
ing an engine. This was doue, aud an
engine procured, but its power and capac-
ity was ent rely inadequate to cope with
50 powerful an element as fire. How
step by step the people were educated to
see the necessity of obtaining another
nd a better engine. And finally that
was done, and tonight finds US in better
condition to stay the devouring element
than ever before In closing he paid a
fitting tribute to some of our deceased
members.
The committee was called upon to
finish their report; and j. Cobb, the
other part of the committee said he had
few settlements which might be proper
ly denomnated the windy sputterings
from the nozzle Of the hose pipe, but he
would read them
Our Foreman-May he be Longworthy Of our
esteem and confidence, for his untiring efforts to
make this company united and effective one.
Music-"A charge to keep have"
To which Mr.. Langworthy made a
fitting acknowledgement for the Kindness
shown to him by the members of the COM
pany, and promising that he should feel
under renewed obligation to do all he
could to keep up its good reputation.
Our lst Pipeman-Quick to detect the approach
Of danger, he proves himself good cod-water
man. Great Brooks from little fountains flow
Music-"We won't go home till morning
Mr.. S. Brooks being called, responded
nearly as follows.
The word Brooks to Inc has signif-
cant meaning. 1t does not mean Otter
Greek, the receptacle of all the filth of
the village. But it means that little
stream ofpure water, born, and t4kes its
rise in some secluded spot among the hills
or in the forest. And as soon as it can
go alone, it commences, by its example,
to point out to man, the only sure path
that leads to usefulness and wisdom 1t
proclaims by its ripping voice, as it
pursues its onward, unceasng march,
here | come,-as ready to give as ] am
to receive.
And as it le.cends to the plain, it con
tributes more to the health growth, and
happiness Of the vegetable, the animal,
and the human race, than any other one
thing. When thus pursuing its course
unmolcsted it imparts to Us Il valuable
lesson of thr most christian like character
Under other circumstances it portrays our
frailtie, aud passions, you put rocks
in its path, how it Will fret aud ioam.-
If you beat it with the storms of abuse,
its once clear, pure waters, assume u
muddy unhealthy and repulsive condition.
If we dam it, how it mocks our angry
passions; rising, and swelling until its
banks Of discression, is overhowed BY i'm
pulse. Propriety is pOwerlcss Good
sense is absent. Friends are OF no ac-
count. But all alike must submit to its,
reckless, dangerous, and drowning pro-
cess
The soberest man in the company-Never since
adams day was seen longer or more deaconish
face.
Music-"The Rowing Sailor" with variations.
Mr.. Dan. Adams was loudly called for,
but failed to come to time owing to en-
gagencnts beyond his control.
Our lst Assistant Foremau.-He will 60 in for
shoncang his speech, but before he is through.
he will give us cracker, Whatever he an
dertakcs to do, is done up broun'
Mr.. Conner excused himself from max
ing speech, on the ground that he had
not been notified, that a speech would be
required.
Soap i, Il necessary and useful article hence oul
company cannot do with Soper
Mus;c-''A stitch in time saves nine
Mr. Soper arose and made some pleas
ant and sensible remarks, and asked tC
be excused, as, he had other and more
pressing engagements to fulfill.
Our Proyiders-May the ligaments that bind
them together in business, be like the siames-
Twins, Zone and inseperable.'
Mr.. Swiney said that he felt gratifei
that he had been prompted to show to
the company that their efforts in theil
behalf in saving their property, was
duly appreciated. He said that he, here
rendered his thanks to them for their sue
cessfu efforts to save their property.
Mr., Burrows said that he felt that they
had not done, too much for men who had
labored so zeaously to save them from
destruction. He said he was glad to
meet them on this festive occasion.
Col. Tracy, as in battle, always where the fire
RACES.
Mu.ic-"The Girl lelt behind me"
The Col. was called for, but did not re.
port for duty.
Mr.. Brooks read kind of personal
sentiment as follows:
Our Clerk As the Cobb sustains and support.
the corn during its growth, until its maturity, s.
may his influence be over this company to hol,
them in their proper places, and thus secure un
ion in effort, which is strength
To which Mr.. Cobb, responded By say
ing that Of course it was expected that
he would respond to such a sentement .
sentiment that aimed directly at his heart
The sentiment speaks of my efforts t
keep up the dignity of manhood among
its members, and my influence to keep VI
the spirit of oneness in the company. HI
said whether he had accomplished tina
desirable end or not, his aim had been tt
do SO. And closed, by saying that h,
enjoyed occasions like the present, anC
hoped that the company would, in future
often get together in this social name
and thus cultivate closer acquaintanc
with one another, and be mutually bene
fitted. To Messrs. Swiney and Burrow
he rendered the thanks of the company
for their generous appreciation of thei
services at the late fire.
After which Col. Knapp was calle,
for, and he said he would spare them th,
inAiction of speech. but as he had shole.
his appreciation Of the generosity G
Messrs. Swiney & Burrows at the table
he would now cypress his appreciation {
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