The Rutland daily globe. [volume] (Rutland, Vt.) 1873-1877, 1876-07-06

| tDeTe came from tne Wesl uTlVlnk bhoWei,
scattering the people in all directions, but
q speedy covering of the tables by the
thoughtfulness of the ladies preserved
them in a measure from disarrangcment
and sad havoc that would have otherwise
resulted. Soon, however, came brighten
ing skies. and the dinner was admirably
served, Notwithstanding the drawbacks, by
the persistent ladies. nothing daunted by
the sad mishaps, even more courteousy
than if nothing had happened.
EXERCISES OF THE DAY.
AT the conclusion of the dinner, the as
sembled multitude were called to order by
Rev. w. l.. Palmer, president of the day.
After music by the band, an appropriate and
patriotic prayer was offered by Rev. j. S.
Mott of Weybridge, former pastor OF the
Methodist church in Middletown.
The baud then rendered patriotic air,
after which the president introduced the
orator of the day, Hon. Walter G. Dunton
of Rutland, who proceeded to the delivery
of well prepared, eloquent Grafton, re-
viewing the causes which led to the estab-
lishment Of our nation, and rapidly sketch
ing our country's history and progress for
an hundred years. We have never heard
Judge Dunton on any occasion where he
entered more into the spirit and enthusi-
asm of the hour, or gave more thought
full utterance of his views upon public
questions, which seemed to meet a hearty
response in his audience. The Grafton
gave great satisfaction to the people, as we
had ample opportunity to know, and re-
ceiyed hearty applause at it's close.
ABSTRACT OF JUDGE DUNToN's GRAFTON.
The speaker opened his address with an
| apology for Col. w. q. Neazey, who was
compelled to fill another engagement in u
distant part of the state, and the late hour
at which Col. Veazey had requested him to
take his place had afforded but little
time for a proper preparation for such an
occasion. The speaker proceeded to the
work in hand, sketcbing briefly the history
of the revolution and the causes which
led 10 the declaration of independence and
the spirit of the fathers. The history of
the United States was the record of con-
slant improvement, and urged this mighty
nation onward. The spirit of independence
restrained by religion, directed by
Law, enlightened by reason and chastened
by virtue, had proved the hereditary char
acteIistic of the American people. The
connections which had swept over the ma
ton during the past century had endowed
cur countlymen with the energy of self.
reliance aud it had acquired new strength
from every prostration he progress OF
manufactures, agriculture and the indus
trial acts had eliminated at the end of the
century i'll the great exhibition now in
progress.
Inc progress Of the country evinced the
wisdom of the republican form of govern
ment. The trainers of the constitution
had the spirit of independence in their
souls. 1t raised them above personal con-
sideraiiODs. 1t led them to sacrifice at the
shrine of their country the reward OF long
and successful warfare. 1t was left tor
us IN the same spirit to maintain the gov
ernment and purity it from corruptions
Hence the necessity of every mans min
Cling more or less in politics. Hence the
interest every citizen should feel IN local
or general affairs. Hence the obligation
to attend the primary meeting and use his
constitutional prerogatve at every election,
| whatever the relative importance of the oc-
casion which demands it, only asking rtla-
tive to the candidate: Is he honest? Is
he capable? He is no good citizen who
habitually wlthholds his vote. Upon the
| citizen there rests the responsibility OF the
purity of the election and the sdministra-
ton of affairs.
Judge Dunton in conclusion delivered
an eloquent peroration, closing with the re-
citation of Whittier's beautiful centennial
hymn.
The choir then rendered in an admirable
manner the beautiful national anthem.
Mie,us Paul, esq, toast. master of the
occasion, then read the following senti-
ment, which had been sent by Hon. Barnes
Frsbie, of Poultney.
Mtddletown. 1t was organized on November
II, 1884. 1t has made record that 1t may well
be proud t. To me 1t is the dearest place on
earth. While life ard reason remain its mem
ores Will be fondly cherished. May the good
old town make as good record in the future
as in sle past.
On call from the audience Henry Clark
of Rutland, came forward to respond
After brief allusion he proceeded to re-
view of SEINE of the more important event,
and features Of the history of the town OF
Middletown. After speaking some ter
minutes the heaviest shower of the day
arose, and he hastily concluded his re-
marks, end the people sought shelter from
the falling rain, which had the effect OF
closing the exercises of the day, and thu
people dispels ed.
The following is the list of regular sent
{ ments proposed, which would have beer
offered and RESPONSES made but for the eud
den breaking up of the celebration.
/. Our country-May the next centennia
witness its continued unity. prosperity and ad
vancement.
Response by Rev. o. Myrick
2. our State-Ryer ready to maintain Its owl
, honor and that of the Union.
Response by Roswell Buel, esq.
-. 3. Our Common Scholastic bulwark OF lib
, erty.' May they ever be kept free from secta
rlanism.
Response by Chas. E. Taylor, esq.
4. Our Soldlers-They have won nationa
glory. May they wear their honors as thos
always ready for the defence OF their country
I Response by Mr.. Edward Buxton.
3. The late war-Msy fraternal love wine on
/ sectional bitterness.
+ Response by Rev. ID. Rose.
, our ladies-Worty successors OF the mother
OF the revolution.
y Response by Hon. Walter G. Dunton.
The programme for the occasion ha
i been well arranged and the celebration, 8
. far as it was consistent to carry it out, wa
J. fine success. The people of Middetwo
. and Ira were never in a better frame {
y mind to enjoy themselves, and are to /
congratulated upon their efforts. Notwitl
g standing all the mishaps and untoward ci
0 cumstances, the centennial anniversary