Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1907-06-15

remarks and Mr.. Harry Standiford, direct
or, gave "reminiscences illustrating the OBJ
stacles that had been encountered in max
ing the fair a success and made special
reference to the tireless efforts that had
been put forth by the president of the
board. who, he said, never failed to be pres
emit day and night where there was work
to be done. He could not, he said, be given
too much credit for the splendid results that
had been accomplished.
Greatest Reason for Congratulation.
Mr.. Thomas c. Noyes spoke Of the great
est reason for congratulation in the build
ing of the temple. Il would not give 2
cents" he said, for the success of this
Masonic fair If it were merely a money
success. 1t has been a success in more
than financial aspect. 1t has been sue
cess in developing Masonry, and that is the
test to which 1t must be put.
Mr.. Noyes spoke of the need of develop
ing Masonry along lines of highest aspira-
ton and said that any organization that
fails to advance and improve Is tending
toward diSntegration.
IF we desire to advance and elevate Ma
sonry," he added, eve can do more in that
direction by trying to live little closer to
Masonic standards than by mere ambition
to build up membership. By such living we
will attract the right kind Of men to our
order
ord made by President Smith when be be-
came soldier In the war for the Union
and said that he mad given the fair the
same energy and fidelity that had made him
a loyal soldier He said all Masonic bodies
In the District should come to the support
Of the movement by purchasing temple
bonds whenever they have money to be in
vested.
Selection of President.
Mr.. Frank A. sebring. third vice presi-
Il IoI IT,
president, and said that every day that
followed that selection gave additional
proof that no mistake was made.
Mr.. Greed NJ. Fulton paid a glowing trib-
ute to the splendid qualities of the man in
whose honor the meeting was held Speak
ing of his work in connection with the
building of the temple. he said:
1.-THE work of our dear brother here to-
night will be more lasting than the metal
ir that bowl. Artists may spread beautiful
pictures upon canvas but they Will eVentu-
ally fade away. The sculptor may chisel
upon cold marble, but in the course of time
his work will crumble. But when a man
comes to mold human character he makes
better citizens of his fellow-men. and he
crea ties force that lives when other works
of men crumble. Our brothers work is for
the upbulding of All institution that is to
mold human character, and his personal in
fuence uplifts those with whom he comes
in contact. His is the highest and most
lasting success"
rendered an Ovation
Mr. Smith was given an ovation when
he arose to accept the splendid testimonial
Of his friends and fellow-workers.
mo one not in my situation" he said,
can appreciate my feeling of pleasure in
being your honored guest this evening.
When l was elected president Of the board
of control of the Masonic fair I thoroughly
he Of the pndpr-
taking and the honor by Masonic friends
conferred upon me.
I'm order, however, to make the fair
great success, it was necessary for me to
select gentlemen of ability to fill the posi-
tions as chairmen of the various committees
and can assure you from the depths Of my
heart that 1 am. indeed, proud to preside
over the board Of control. as its president,
when composed OF such gentlemen as you,
who 1 had the honor of appointing. and
whose good advice, wise counsel and sound
judgment were instrumental in making the
fair the greatest one ever held in this city,
and the most successful in every way and
1t could not have been accomplished. In my
opinion, by any other number of gentle
men selected from our city. Indeed, have
no language to form words to express my
sincere gratitude to each and every men,
Der of the board Of control, and 1t will al
ways be a great pleasure to me so long as
my memory shall last to have and to hold
in my heart warm spot for each and
every one of you. 1t Is human to err. and
If have made any mistakes. can assure
you they were of the head and not OF
the heart. as have endeavored to be fair,
just and square in every instance. and II
any estrangement has come to any one
from any acts of mine, I wish to say that
L harbor no Ill feeling against any one. as
my obligations as a Mason have taught
me to be charitable, and as man and a
Mason I am always willing to forgive and
ask to be forgiven, as 1 want to live in
perfect harmony with my fellowmen, es-
pecially my brother Masons. This beauti-
full testimonial which you have presented
to me as a token of your esteem will
always be cherished by me, and will al
ways bring to memory this pleasant occa-
sion and my dear friends who SO kindly
presented 1t to me.
when I accepted this position presi-
dent 1 did so out Of the purest desire on
my part to raise a large sum of money.
which might be used in the building Of our
much-coveted temple, and no one but your
selves can feel the pleasure that 1 do In
knowing that we accomplished what we
expected to and that the board of control.
who gave me such excellent support. and
go down in Masonic history as Masons good
ana true, and will have this beautiful tes-
timonial, given to me by you, bearing