The Stark County Democrat. [volume] (Canton, Ohio) 1833-1912, 1892-01-28

Treasurer, J. b. Brothers.
Executive committee, Jos. A. Bour,
George II. Spangler, f. A. Crittenden, l..
r. collars, j. b. Rose.
THE BOARD OF TRADE.
Mr.. McGowau called attention 70 the
fact that there was not sufficient atten-
tion pail by the members to the Associa-
ton. Mr., H. l. Miller desired to say that
the quickest and best way was to join the
institution which has come TO be one of
Canton particular ass sociauons OF pride,
the Board of Trade, The moneyreceived
by membership fees is needed and will be
used to advertise the city ond assist i'm
carrying nn the work OF securing new in
duslries for Canton. The Board of Trade
came in Tor great share OF praise for
their well directed and untiring Efforts to
promote the welfare of the city.
1t was announced at this time that
Landlord Simouds was ready to open the
doors TO the dining hall and all repaired
thither.
Descending the stairway the party en-
tered the dining room, where Landlord
Simonds had everything prepared in
grand style. In this connection IL may
be stated that Mr.. Simonds has few equals
in points of arranging for atfhtr OF the
kind and certainly covered himself with
glory and credit. The arrangement of
the tables was in accordance with the
other arrangements. There were two
long tables each attractvely decorated
with flowers aud fancy edibles and other
more substantial but attractive edibles.
When the party entered they were
greeted with strains OF the sweetest music.
Stationed in the north part of the hall
was
znfMERMAN's ORCHESTRA,
composed of a number OF Canton's best
musicians under the leadership of Mr..
Zimmerman who has gained an enviable
reputation as leader and director. A
fue musical programme had been ar
ranged and a number of solos added
The music was pronounced by all 10 be a
grand success.
Rev. Herbruck invoked the divine bless
ng, after which all became seated.
The Banquet prepared by Mr.. Simond's
competent cook aud served by the corps
of excellent walters who daily attend to
the wants of guests of the hotel, was an
elaborate fair. Every thing was served
in style which was attractive, pleasing
and palatablo. To satisfy one's self that
the feast was all that could have been de-
sired one has but to, glance at the follow.
ing:
MENU.
Raw oysters Consomme Royal,
Olives Sailed Almonds. Celery,
Fillet OF Beef with Mushrooms,
Baked Mashed Potatoes, French Peas
oyster Pattles.
Chicken Salad Lobster Salad.
Turkey, Boiled Han,
Sandwiches,
Chicken, Ham. Tongue,
Vanilla Ice Cream,
Assorted Cakes
Oranges GRAPES Bananas,
Assorted Nuts, Coffee.
After the tifty-one persons present had
RECALLED themselves with the good things
MR.. JOS. A. BoUR
called for cessation of conversation and
having been unanimously chosen toast
master said: Another milestone in the
existence of the Business Mems Associa-
ton ia passed and is marked by this meet
ing and banquet. The past year has not
been without its quicksands and hidden
obstacles. but by reason of the energy and
conservatism displayed by the business
men the past year is not strewn with the
association of young men, and during the
past year there has not been single
death in our membership. lam sorry TO
see that there are not larger number of
ladies present and hope that next year all
merchants will bring with them their
help meets. 1t is right and proper that
they should be with us. We enter this
year with fraternal feeling which makes
all men akin"
The toss!master then introduced as the
first speaker OF tue evening,
HON. JOHN T.. BLAKE.
The Mayor may always be depended
upon to make good speech and enter
tanned his hearers in his customary bril-
liant manner. Among other things he
said: "Asthe representative of the gov
ernment Of this city it is proper that we
compare notes and see wherein some-
thing advantageous can be elected. If
the NJ lyor has been direlect in his duty in
protecting your interests and the interests
of all our citizens, this is the time to con-
fer and set matters Alright. l trust
some of you will bring up questions relat-
luB W yOuT heNSTdl busluSsb luterests anu
if can enlighten you on any points I will
be glad to do so. This organization does
not 40 far enough. 1t is not enough to
meet once year and resolve on one ques-
ton and then not meet again for another
year. You should meet twelve times q
year and discuss questions OF importance
to you and also questions pertaining to
building up the city, paving its streets,
discussing the tax question and other
questions of interest to you and all of us.
In these points we are 30 far behind the
dead mon archies OF Europe that there is
no comparison. Why not discuss the
question of better country roads? You
must organize and make yourselves felt in
every line. Cities are not built in a day,
but by concerted action, Canton will
reach point where il will keep pace with
the times. trust and hope that next year
you will be hale, hearty and prosperous
and will again gather around the banquet
board.n
Mr.. GEO II sPAYGLER,
the retiring president, who has done much
TO make the association q success, was
next called upon. He deplored the alb
sence of many ladies but was particularly
glad to see those who were there. He All
ticipated that next year there would be a
number of speeches from the ladies. He
thought that those interested in the city's
welfare should meet often for the consId-
GRAFTON of important matters. Mr.. Spung-
Ter thanked the members for their kind.
ness aud co operation during his term OF
office.
MR., II. d. MCREA,