The Portland daily press. [volume] (Portland, Me.) 1862-1921, 1876-11-25
THE L. o. o. f. FAIR.


| Yesterday afternoon the skies which nave
| been clouded since the opening of the Odd Eel
lows fair, cleared much to the pleasure of ALL
| The effect was as expected, much larger at
tendance at the fair both afternoon and even
ing But two days remains in which to visit this
fine display of articles, and all who have not
awaited themselves of the opportunity should do
so without delay. Notwithstanding the num-
Der of articles brought in since the opening the
tables begin to show vacant places. This is
not to be wondered at, as the articles were all
put at exceedingly low prices considering their
real value, and the visitors have taken advan-
tage of the bargains and purchased literally.
If the sale continues at this rate there will be
but few articles remaining at the close of the
fair Monday night.
The Haskell Silk Company make fine dis
play Of silk from their mills at Saccarappa. II
may not be generally known that such flee
goods were manufactured in this vicinity. The
case containing these goods is on the general
table and it is quite feature of the fair. Ga
this table is to be found Schumachers fine
picture of the "Lake of the Four Cantons"
This is one of Schumachers very best paint.
ings and it is much admired by all who have
seen it. The picture will be ratified and the
chances are selling rapidly as would be ex-
pected. In order to keep up the reputation of
the institution the managers of the fair have
procured a few chips from the great elm ON
Boston Common. They are not for sale but
simply to gaze upon. The Florence oil stove
exhibited by Mr.. Banks attracts much atten
ton and is admired by all who have ever used
this useful article The furniture from the
warerooms of Deane Brothers still holds its
place on the stage, and all who examine it
long for the possession of it. The committee
are prepared to name some very reasonable
prices on it.
The voting for the scales at the drug store
goes on lively, and there promises to be some
rivalry among the friends of the different drug
gists for the prize. Yesterday the vote stood
&C for Banks, 81 for Turner, 81 for Sturgis %
for Smith and large number Of scattering
ballots. 1t looks as though the final contest
woule be between Ban ks and Turner, but Stur-
gis is liable to squirt, as he has lots of friends
who would delight to assist him to win the
prize.
VI AhOhOoJ CfOhihS ~hA' cAoA I'LL OhOlo LILO
fair fine benefit He is to furnish the re-
freshment room, provide the walters and all
and give the entire proceeds to the fair. This
is one of the best donations yet and it will be
well appreciated by all members of the Order.
1t is also expected that Past Grand Master
VIM. H. Barnes of New York, will be present
on that evening, and will entertain the visitors
with hu morous Rotations, etc.
Among the many pleasing paintings in the
art gallery is the ''Old Canal Lock" at Wind
ham from the brush of Fred Kimball, one of
Portlands young artists The gallery is pat
ronized better each day and last evening there
was an unusually large crowd in attendance.
1t is one of the most pleasing features of the
whole fair
A fine warm fur cap from the store Of Bur-
nell on Middle street, can be seen on the En-
campment table. Some one can get it cheap.
Mr.. Lucas, the brick maker, has sent the fair
500 bricks, which are not on the tables, but can
be found if wanted. They may be in better de-
mand after some of the hats bet on the election
are paid.
The hall was fairly thronged with people last
evening, and the several attractions were lib
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concert music during the evening
Ancient Brothers Lodge furnished the re-
freshments, and as expected, the supply was
more than sufficient for the multitude. This
evening Machigonne and Eastern Star En-
campments will furnish the refreshment room.
During the evening several raf1es were drawn.
The elegant backing case on Ivy Lodge ia
BILE was drawn by EMrs. D. W. Coolidge, while
the wax cross and pictures went to A. S.
Spauldng
On Beacon Lodge table the case of stuffed
birds was drawn by W. A. Cummings, the
black walnut centre table to G. W. Cash, and
the gentleman's dressing case to Will Rich.
At the encampment table the Spanish camp
chair was drawn by A. Mese1ve.
AT the general table the imported ladies
companion was drawn by G. A. Perry, and the
fancy chair by G. f. Williams.
The committee wish it unders TODD that the
tickets which have already been sold for the
fair are good for Monday night, W lille different
tickets will be required for the pr omenade con-
cert Tuesday evening.