The united opinion. [volume] (Bradford, Vt.) 1881-1970, 1899-08-18
UNION VILLAGE.

UNION VILLAGE.
Mrs. Clement Sargent of Lynn, Mass,
is visiting relatives here.
Ed. Hood of Derry, N. H., was in town
last Friday looking after his creamery in
terests,
Mrs. Edward Whitcomb returned to
home at Underhill last week, after hav-
ing spent several weeks with her mother,
Mrs. Walker, at the Walker cottage.
Charles Hutchinson of Manchester was
a guest of L. G. Ellis Saturday.
Miss Minnie Bartlett is spending the
week with her uncle, L. d. Parker at
South Strafford.
Miss Grace Lord of Norwich is visiting
friends here.
Miss Lillian Buck of Brookfield is the
guest of her friend, Miss Isabel Pierce.
Mr.. Kennison of Boston and viii Gil
man of Montague City, Mass, were re-
cent guests of Mrs. A. F. Ruggles.
Mrs. M. A. Pearson and grand daugh-
ter, Miss Dolly Rollins, are the guests of
Mrs. j. S. Campbell.
Will Dawson and family of Boston were
entertained at Frank Canfield's last
week.
II. A. Stevens gave a very interesting
report of the Orange County S. S. con-
vantion recently held at Wells River, in
Sunday school last Sunday morning.
Haviland Wilmot returned to his home
in Denver, Col, last Tuesday.
At the Ladies Aid society held at Mrs.
pointed to make arrangements for fair
to be held the first of October, the pro-
ceeds to help furnish the parsonage,
Owing to the inclemency of the wealth
er last Thursday the lawn party at M. s.
Pierce's was postponed until last Wednes-
day evening. Ice cream and cake were
served and good time reported.
Mrs. S. L. Bates of Burlington is with
her mother, Mrs. Walker.
Several from the M. E. society are
planning to attend the Claremont camp
meeting Aug. 22-29, inclusive.
Mr.. and Mrs. Charles Enright and Miss
Flora of Medford, Mass, are visiting
their many friends here.
One of the most pleasant events of the
season occurred at the residence of Mr..
S. G. Senter Monday evening, Aug. 14th,
it being his eightieth birthday. People
are fond at paying respect to those of an
earlier generation, and when so univer-
sally esteemed as Mr.. Senter approaches
notable anniversary it is fitting that
friends should take marked interest in
the event. 1t was beautiful evening
and all nature seemed to rejoice with
this happy household. The grounds
around were trim and attractive, the
house inside was profusely decorated
with cut flowers. 1t was complete sur
prise to Mr.. Senter. He was asked to
step into the parlor which he found filled
with friends to greet him. He was equal
to the occasion and with his usual quick
wit said, "Y on did this we'll" A social
time was enjoyed by all. During the eve
ming a collation. was served, a beautiful
birthday cake was the center of attrac-
ton and all tested its qualities. A fine
easy chair was presented by his daugh-
tiers, after which Mr.. w. D. Knowles, in
behalf of his friends and neighbors, in a
few well chosen words presented him
with beautiful bible. Mr. Senter re-
sponded in feeling manner. A poem
written by Mrs. l.. A. B. Knowles was
read and by request is given below.
Goodnights were said and Mr.. Senter was
bid God speed and wished many happy
returns of the day.
| Time which moves so rapidly on,
I o you has passed swiftly away,
And you hardly can credit the truth of this,
| You are eighty years old today.
Eighty years old Oh can it be true,
| For your heart seems young and bright,
AS you look in the faces of those you love
They all seem so cheerful and bright.
What matter years have din1ned your sight,
| And silver threads your hair;
Your heart is light your life's crowned
With blessings rich and rare.
| Three children came to bless your home.
| They are here with you today,
| Till now the years SO swiftly passed,
And you are eighty years old today
| Many friends have passed away,
| And some you loved so dear;
| How strange it seems that only few
| Have seen their elghtieth year.
Not all of sunshine your fe has been,
| Of sorrow you've had you share,
| But today you thank your Father above
For His kind and loving care,
| mi. 4t,,o
| And taught you to seek His face,
And in every hour Of earthly need,
He has given sufficient grace.
| When down hfe's western hill you're gliding,
| May love and JOY remain with you,
And every clou+ a silver lining
OF golden glory shining through.
| And now you're nearing the Heavenly port,
And when life's work is DER,
| May He bear you safely DER the stream
| Just across to the evergreen shore.