Morning journal and courier., 1880-07-22

J. H. simons. Lucius Hine, Thomas Phillips, Paul Well, Charles B. Hanson, George Blakeman, W A. Beckley Edward L. Fairchild, J. K Bundy Edwin Shelley, J. NJ D. HeDdrick [. Feldman. E. G. Snow M D. Joseph Gorham. Thomas c. Hollis Charles Rnickholdt, Baldwin Beecher, D. D. Twitchen. John Lego, d. H. Northrop' Prof. B. Jepson.
 South Meriden-E. G. Coe.
 West Meriden-Reuben Waterman, Vim. Mix, Meriden-Hiram Francis
 BridQeport-EbeneZer Wheeler, M. F. Wilson. Middetown-J. E. Bidwen, N. D. Tucker.
 Hanlden--Norris Mix.
 West Cheshire-H. H. Fields
 West Haven-Elias T. Main
 Naugatuck-Nm- Hall
 New Britain-W L. Morgan.
 Norwalk-Sylvester Grumman.
 WalIinPford--J. K. Campbell.
 Hartford-O1iver Woodhouse, Geo. W. Hinckley.
 Ansonia-R Wood C. C. Jackson, David T. John son. John Jackson.
 Birmingham-Louis Hotchkiss. Chief Engineer Hendrick, commander of the uniformed body of Golden Rule Encampment, was one of the more prominent gentlemen along, though not veteran, while the pro- lection of the Creek was assured by the pres ence of Chief of Police Webster and Sheriff Hollis. The veterans were gratifed also at the presence of their musical chief, Prof. Jepson, who joined the Ivernia party at Pot Island, where the Professor and family are summering The Grand Master of the State, Mir. Moses, the Grand Secretary, MT. Botsford, and various other dignitaries of the order were in attendance. Sheriff Hollis is president of the Veteran Association, Mir. Botsford secretary, Selectman Feldman treas urer. Among the veterans we noticed ex- Chief Engineer Nettleton, of the old vo1un- teer fire department. A number of the guests of the house were glad to see also the famous Park superintendent. MT. Andruss. The news spread rapidly and several of the own CTS of fine grounds at Money Island, Cover nor's Island and on the main land would the telephone come into operation in this section of the country, now extensively devoted to summer enjoyment. Charles Ruickoldt's cheery presence enliv- ened the occasion-he has been forty years an Odd Fellow-and Paul Veil, Past Grand Master among the Masons, brought together old and prominent friends in very happy manner The steam heating of the country was effectually represented by George Blake man, whose melodious voice gave power and strength to the grand chorus, Health to Odd Fellows" sung after the banquet. The Rev. Dr. Shears pronounced a benediction on the beauty of the scene, and inspired by the scene and the dinner made a very fine after dinnner speech. An ex=chief of police, Mir. Jonathan w. Pond, was still looked upon with awe owing to his position as deputy sheriff, while his long and valued services in Odd Fellowship, though he is in the prime of life, give him an honored distinction among the brethren. Ex-Past Grand ElIery Camp was detained by friends Flying Point, else he would have shared in at the occasion. Several venerable men min gled among the veterans who were strangers, but brothers in the mystic tie. Previous to dinner hilarious greetings, boating, croquet, quiet converse and observation of the islands studding the Sound in the vicinity, and the other beauties of the landscape, oc- cupied the brethren. At the sound of the gong procession was formed and the asso- citation marched into the dining hall. fine dinner was served, the materials abundant and of tempting description, and all being much pleased.
 The chatter of dishes subsiding, President Hollis made few spirited introductory re- marks, setting the ball rolling. He was fol lowed by Robert Wood of Ansonia. MT. Wood spoke forcibly of the benefits of Odd Fellowship. He never regretted the time he had devoted to Odd Fellowship, and warmly spoke of his attachment to the order.
 song, solo and chorus, Heath to Odd Fellows was sung Prof. Jepson leading. Printed copies of the song were passed around Brother Jepson gave the solo, the assembly heartily joining in the chorus. Alp plause followed.
 Grand Secretary Botsford, of this city, was the next speaker His happy remarks awakened new enthusiasm and eicited 8 vol ley of jovial hits at some cheerful allusion. In concluding the mission of Odd Fellowship in ministering to distress and alleviating sor- row and its ties, binding one another in love and increasing in strength, formed the topics.
 Grand Treasurer Feldman was the next speaker. He commended the association s selection of officers, excluding himself, and humorously alluded to the duties of the office of treasurer.
 A solo and chorus to the air, ''Tramp, Tramp" MT. George Blakeman soloist, a song celebrating Odd Fellowship and 'chant- ing it's praises y was rendered. The chaplain, Dr. Shears, was next sum- moned. Odd Fellowship, from what he had seen and read concerning it, and his own personal experience of twenty-five years and more, had done an immense amount of good. The order was national benefit. Its motto was excelsior. It's object was to beueft body and soul The sick, the orphan, the afflicted how many thousands of them had been idyllic story of Damon and Pythias shone in history. There was one also in olden days whose love exceeded that of women, but Odd Fellowship exemplifed this love for another on grand scale The speaker closed with an eloquent tribute to the order, received with much applause.
 The choir drew the exercises to a close, the time being brief for many and the outdoor pleasures very inviting, and the association was called on to sing the Odd Fellows ode. But first Brother Andruss moved a vote of thanks to Brother Stevenson, superintendent of the Shore Line railroad, for special courte- sies provided at moments notice. Brother F. Botsford warmly seconded the motion with eulogy for MT. Stevenson. The vote was passed unanimously and enthusiastically. A motion for a vote of thanks to Landlord Brink. The landlord was sent for. He was out. The messenger announced that he would be due in two minutes. Brother Paul Veil called for ''time'' on Chief Hendricks watch Laughter and applause Some doubting arose as to MT. Frink's presence being se- cured he being busy receiving guests. The difficulty was solved by his appearance Chairman Hollis stated the satisfaction of the assembly, and vote was put and big aye was given in approval of the dinner. Mir Brink bowed his thanks and retired amid ap- plause. The Ode was sung and three cheers were given for Nate Brink and three for the committee of arrangements. Some 20 or 30 of the Veterans returned on the o'clock freight, the rest remaining and returning by the 7:30 train and the boat.
 Summer Notes.
 MT. and Mrs Colburn, of Ansonia, are at Block Island
 George Clark, of the Yale ball nine is at Fishers Island
 MT. Charles Washburn Clark, son of the Rav Gaororo E4 C1a-I- of Chic o;E,, 11-iu coil