The herald-advance. (Milbank, S.D.) 1890-1922, 1894-06-22
THE WEEK AT THE LAKE
The Big stone Assembly Grounds =
Attracts n Large Gathering 10
the q. A. R. Encam pmcnt and
Odd Fellows Picnic

Odd Fellows Picnic.
The fifth annual encampment of the
l4th division G. 4. r. of South Dakota
was held on the Big Stone Lake Assem-
bly, grounds ON the 18th 18th and 14th, at
which a most enjoyable time was had by
the veterans and their families, who
encamped in tents and cottages furnish
ed by the association. Besides enjoying
the natural beauties OF the location. the
the restful shade of green trees, the
healthful spring water and the delights
of boating and fishing, reunions were
held at the pavilion in the afternoons
and camrfires in the evenings, at which
addresses were given by local speakers
and programmes of musical and literary
entertainment were furnished, including
war stories by the old veterans and
patriotic songs, the whole being en-
livened with music by the Revillo brass
band. Among the particularly interest
ing features was the drill by the Orton-
vile flag corps, a band of twelve little
misses, dressed in uniform of red white
and blue, who went through their eyolu-
tions with precision and promptness
that evoked we'll merited applause at
each exhibition. The lecture and stere-
opticon exhibition by Major Cressy was
not had as intended, the Major having
to give up his engagement or account Of
sickness in his family. Comrade N G.
Nash past commander of the state, spent
Thursday with the comrades, and ad-
dressed them at the afternoon meeting
Before adjourning the following resolu-
tlons were adopted:
Resolved, BY tho members of the 14th
Division OF q. A. r., Department. OF
South Dakota, that the fifth annual en-
campment, held at Simpson Park, on
June L, 13 and IA, 1894, has been one of
unusual interest and benefit to those who
have had the privilege OF attending the
same.
Resolved, That the thanks of this de-
partment are hereby extended to the
president and board IF managers of the
Big Stone Lake Assembly Association
for their cordial welcome and for the
many courtesies extended during this en-
campment. and be II further
Resolved, That We extend fraterDal
greetings TO our comrades and members
Of w 4 G. OF Frank +. Blair Post No
50, Department Of Minnesota, for their
valuable assistance in making this en-
campment u grand success.
Resolved, That we especially desire to
extend TO the Young Ladies Flag Corps
OF Ortonville, our sincere thanks for the
very attractive and important part taken
by them in making this encampment a
school Of instruction as we'll as one Of the
most attractive features Of this encamp.
ment, and we hereby compliment their
captain. Miss Ella Mogren, for her of
ticieney in conducting the same.
Resolved, That the thanks Of this di.
vision are hereby extended to the Re
villo and tlilbank bands for the soul.
stirring AMI patriotic music furnished
during this encampment. We also re
member the ladies who have SO gener-
ously hghtened our hearts with their
patriotic songs and national airs furnish
ed from time to time as desired by the
managers, and in this connection we de
sire to mention Miss Della Bosworth, oi
Milbank, and the Gold family, Of Big
Stone City.
Resolved, That the members of this
encampment desire to extend their full
appreciation for the work done by our
honOred representatives in congress IL
defending the honor Of the &. A. K. and
in this connection we would especially
mention Major Plckler, of South Dakota
who has proved himself worthy Of our
confidence in defending the integrity OF
our nations defenders.
We also extend our thanks to the citi-
zens who have attenda this encampment
and have shown by their encouraging
words and acts that they fully appreciate
the services rendered by the G. A. r.
Last. but not least, we would especla!
ly remember the little lady from Mil
bank, Miss Mary Nazlrene. who bright
ened the lights Of our camp fire with her
recitations so beautifully rendered.
Resolved, That the adjutant be in
strncted to furnish copy OF these reso-
lutions to the newspapers in this dlyi-
sion and also the papers of OrtOnvilIe
Mimi.
Odd + Fellows outing.