Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1876-12-07
Nallomell l'0ral Mems.


Another of those pleasant "silyer wedding fes-
rivals" for which Hallowell is becoming some
what celebrated, was observed with all the attend
ant Accomplishments, at the residence Of +. DE-
rome Day, Esq, Pleasant street, on Monday eve
ming last, on which occasion q beautifnl silver
service was presented by the Masonic Lodge of
this city, and other valuable articles OF silver ware
by friends and neighbors of Mr.. Day and his es-
Unable wife, who unitedly and gracefully ac-
knowledged the favors thus unexpeet.ngly and
appropriately bestowed upon them. The compa-
ny commenced TO assemble at an early bour IN
the evening; and before nine O'Clock the house
was filed in every part with old and young, each
and all apparently DESTROYS of contributing their
full share to make the occasion one of unalloyed
social and fraternal enjoyment AT about o clock
a bountiful repast was served; an exercise that
seemed to he universally enjoyed and appreciated
with no dissenting voice or inharmoniOus muir.
muir After all were filed 20 their utmost capacity,
and the baskets full of fragments had been gath
cred up, the assembly was called to order by Judge
Knight, who with that authority and dignity b.
longing to his official station, summoned the thigh
contracting parties" to appear before him. Then
was presented the unusual if not uuheard Of spec
tscle OF Knight and Day confronting each other,
each in the full glory of unclouded effulg ence
Ordinarily night fades into twilight and twilight
into day, according to natural laws established
in the beginning" but in the case as presented
on the memorable evening referred to, Knight
er, with no intervening adjuncts. Another re-
markable feature Of the occasion was the presence
of the longest Day Of the year on the 4th of De-
cember-thus again reversing supposed irrevoc
able law, and interfering materially with the har
mony of our entire solar system But these min
or incongiuties were scarcely noticed as the
Judge proceeded with his learned and eloquent
address, in which the mysteries of Masonry were
unveiled to satisfactory extent, finally culminat-
ing in poetic measure, declaratve of the consum-
nation of the Joyous silver wedding" beau
tiful wedding ring was also presented, and grace
fully placed upon the appropriate finger of the
blushing bride of quarter OF century. Mr..
Day responded to the presentation speech in APP
propriste and feeling terms; assuring his friends
assembled, of his appreciation Of this pleasant
and unexpected demonstration Of regard and fra
ternal interest. AT this juncture the Hallowel
Quartette Club rendered several appropriate selec
lions in the artistic style usual with that company
Of amateur vocalists, which were enthusiastically
encored as they richly deserved Short and pitby
speechmaking followed at intervals, participated
in by DR.. Thompson of Augusta F. A. Day, Esq,
Of Iowa, brother of the bridegroom; Mr.. Allen
d. Niles, J. D. Lord, ESQ.,. Major Z. Rowell and
others of this city. During the evening, the Hall
DWELL Cornet Band furnished q variety of their
choicest music, while the ''old folks" INDUCED in
"psalms and hymns and spiritual songs of ye olden
time, making even the rafters ring and agitating
the mansion generally to its very foundations. At
a reasonable, if not seasonable hour the company
dispersed, carrying with them memories of an
evening spent most pleasantly in social re union
such cannot fail of comforting benefits upon all
who participated on the occasion.
Skating on Cascade pond seems to be in order
with the young folks these moony evenings.
Our streets are now dry and dusty as in sum
mer time, with no present prospect of a change.
Ice in the river remains decidedly thin, so that
it is dangerous crossing without boat.
The first anniversary of the Hallowell Temper
ance Refoi III Club will be observed with appro-
pirate ceremonies this Thursday evening, at
Wilson ii all, Ga which occasion speeches may be
expected from members of our own and neighbor-
ing organizations, and other temperance workers
who may be p esent. The Augusta Reform Club
and Ladies Temperance Union Of that city; also
Willow Vale and Pleasant Valley clubs of West
Gardiner and Litchfeld, have been invited, and
have sisuited their purpose TO be present. Sup
per will be served in City Hall at about five or six
o'clock, al CT which the various organizations will
proceed TO Wilson Hall, where interesting exer-
cses will occupy the time allotted to the satsfac
ton and edfcauon we doubt not Of all who may
be so fortunate as to be present. The meeting
will be pubic, and all are invited to attend Those
contributing supplies for the tables at City Hall
are requested TO leave their offerings at the hall
early this afternoon; and that q generous
ponse will be made to the call for and in this i'm
portant department of material and practical en-
joyment, cannot be doubted. The intellectual
feast will come off later in the evening, when all
will be interested to learn of the successful pro-
gress OF temperance reform work In this city dur
ing the past year.
The winter term of our city schools will com
mence on Monday next, under the instruction Of
the teachers heretofore employed in the various
departments. The Classical and Scientific Acad-
envy commenced the winter session on Monday
last, with increased attendance and interest.
On Tuesday last the body Of John O'Donnell
Jr., only son Of Mr.. John O'Donnell of Rocklsnd,
formerly of this city, brought to this city for
iEterment. MIR. O'Donnell died in Rockand in
August last, at the age of about 26 years. He
was young man dearly be loved by all who knew
him.
The Hayes and Wheeler flag again floats in all
the resp,c4dent glory of conscious pride and hon.
est victory.
may be enjoyed, though the risk of encountering
thin ice mars the fun to an alar ming degree.
Preparations for cutting ice are not at present
so far advanced as last year at this time. There
will be ice enough, however, in due season.