The Dickinson press., 1893-11-11
Phelan Retention aud Ball.

The new Kllnefelter opera House
was the scene Monday evening of
perhaps the largest and most brilliant
gathering ever assembled in Dickin.
son, the occasion being a farewell re-
ception and ball given in honor of
Mr.. and Mrs. j. F. Phelan who left
this week to take up their residence
in Fargo.
Weather and place were all that
could he desired.
After cordial greetings, nearly ev-
cry one Joined in the grand march,
led by Mr.. McCloy and Mrs. Phelan.
MI. Phelan and Mrs. McCloy. The
plan was to form the monogram, j +
P; and from the gallery these letters
could be plainly traced rs the line
wound in and out.
At signal, the ~promenaders halt
ed, forming Il double crescent about
Mr.. and Mrs. Phelan; and Represen-
tative Simpson. in Il happy manner
assured the guests of the evening of
the high esteem felt for them by the
people of Dickinson, and in behalf Of
their friends, he presented Il solid sill
yer tea service and tray, a dozen SOL
id silver forks and Il dozen silver
knives with pearl handles. Mr.. Phe-
Ian, although completely surprised,
responded in Il few we'll chosen words.
Maj. Fleming then spoke in behalf
of Fargo. saying that what was Dick
inson's great loss was Fargo's great
gain; that Fargo would be proud to
welcome Mr.. and Mrs. Phelan in ev-
cry rel ,tion-business. church, sOcir-
ty, school.
Otto Dosskey followed the Major,
voicing the sentiment of the rtilroad
boys. He said that the Missouri di-
vision had never been in so good con-
lition us under Mr.. Phelan and they
did not expect it would ever be so
good again.
After II brief social season, dancing
began and was heartily enjoyed until
supper was announced. Tables were
spread upon the sprclous stage and,
with the rows of gas jets overhead,
were a pretty sight us the curtain
was raised. The supper was careful
ly prepared hy Messrs. William and
Kihm and served under the personal
supervision of MI. kim. Ninety
six covers were laid at once and it
was found necessary TO set a part of
the tables u third time. Several of
the cakes bore the legend, "Phelan."
After supper dancing was resumed
and it was nearly morning before all
the numbers on the program had been
performed.
Four years ago Mr.. Phelan was pro-
noted to the position of superintend'
ent of the Missouri division. Some
jealousy existed at the time because
he was SO young. But he was u self.
made man, energetic and progressive,
and soon proved himself one of the
ahlest men in the employ of the
Northern Pacific company; and his
division has had the name of being
one of the best, as MI. Dosskey said.
Mr.. Phelan is quite a writer; and
his articles on electricity and rail,
reading find ready publication in lead
ing periodicals.
We are sorry to lose the Phelans
from Dickinson; but realize that they
gain some things in going to an Older
town. Weare glad to have had then
here so long and we wish for then
success and pleasant relations ii
their new home.
Following are the committees fol
the PHI elan reception:
Arrangements.-A. C. McGillivray, w. A. Nc
Cloy, Fla. Hickman, d.. S. Littlehales, w. 7
Best, Frank Lish, H. D. Stephenson, j. Ricss
beck and B. F. Fowler.
Reception.-J. j.. Freeman and wife, E. j
Bardwell and wife, G. n. VanLeuven and wife
{. H. klincfelter, Jr., and wife, j. C.Haskins an
lady, DC. Thompson and wife, Frederic We've
and wife, H. A. Davis and wife, l.. H. Rudisell
and wife.
Invitation.-J. B. Thompson, j. C.F Parker
T.. P. Mccormick, j. S. Veeder, Archie CAM
bell, ]. W. McQuay, NJ. l.. Ayers, F. s.. Cur
ningham, Fred Rau, s. g. Baker, Ed. Nichols
Ed. Kcan, A. L. Nichols, j. NJ. Conway.
Fioor.-W. A. McC!oy, H. p. Stephenson, j
w. Currie, Henry Rees, Alexander Montague, {
W. King, w. H. Morris, Geo. E. Stablcr.
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