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Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1914-04-01

Friends of Levi T. Williams will doubt
less be pleased to learn that he has
bought out the late John S. Hamilton's
interest in the coal business conducted
by Hamilton & Co for the past p years.
The business will be continued at the
same place and under the same name.
Martin L. Hughers of the clerical force
will remain in his employ. 1t will be
Mr.. Williams aim to extend the same
courteous and fair treatment to his trade
in the future as the old firm has in the
mast
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1914-04-01

The Women's Home Missionary So
ciety of the Methodist church met
Tuesday evening at the parsonage and
nassed a pleasant evening. The mite
boxes were opened and a goodly sum
received for the carrying on of the
work of the society. refreshments
were served. The following entertain
ment was furnished: Piano solo, MRS.
A. Gillespie: reading, Mrs. p. C. II.
Smith: vocal solo, Mrs. sutherland
reading, Miss Edith Wilson; solo,
Mrs. Sophie Dill; duet, Mrs. Manson
and daughter; reading, Miss Emma
Woodward.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1914-04-01

The Mems Club of the Congregation
al church met Tuesday evening at the
Parish house together with many
members of the parish and friends. A
musicale was enjoyed and refresh
ments served. The Mems Club and 9TH
er organiza lions connected with the
church have purchased new Vietrola
church have purchased new Vietrola,
the music of which was much enjoyed
Tuesday evening.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1914-04-01
Republicans Elect Delegates

The Republican voters of Hallowell
met in City hall Tuesday evening for the
purpose of electing delegates to attend
the State convention in Augusta April 3,
and their choice resulted in the follow
ing: Alternates, ]. F. Bodwell. Ben Ten
ney, G. b. Warner, ID. C. Skillen and +.
s. Wingate; alternates. A. L. Longfellow,
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1914-04-01

Mexico has nothing on Farmingdale
AT present and the trouble of the lat
ter town has taken a new phase as
there was a meeting of the old fire
company held Monday evening at the
hose house. This company re-organ-
lied, presented the roll to the select
men and received their acceptance OF
the same. It is reported that legal tai
ent has been engaged to straighten
ont the tangle if tangle there be.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1914-04-01
Ezra j. philbrook

Ezra ]. Philbrook, aged II, died
Tuesday evening at his home on can
nard street, South Gardiner. lie is sur
vived by a wife, one daughter, Mrs.
Ernest C. Hall of South Gardner,
three sons, Clinton of Pittston, Ben
iamin c.. of Gardiner and Earl OF New
York. Funeral arrangements Will De
announced later.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1914-04-01
Called to Portland Passionate

A meeting Monday evening of the
parish of the historic First Parish
Unitarian church unanimously called
tine acting pastor, Rev Charles r. JOY
to the passionate, as the successor to
Rev. DR.. John Carroll Perkins, re-
signed.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1914-04-01

Deputy Sheriffs Lewis of Augusta,
Bucklin of Litchheld, Emery of Manches-
ter and Jones of Readfeld entered and
searched the residence of Mrs. Angelina
Galizia, corner of Winthrop and Warren
streets about o'clock Tuesday evening,
taking 81 quarts of whiskey as evidence
of illegal sale. The case will be given
a hearing in the municipal court at 9
o'clock Wednesday morning.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1914-04-01

John Dunn and Will Mccormick who
have had employment with the McCor-
mick Lumber Co. at Freeport the past
winter, returned home Sunday. They re-
port the roads in a terribly bad condition
through the country. sz==5=.fx5s
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1914-04-01

The many friends of F. Asbury john
son. who has been i'll at his home on
Highland avenue, are much pleased to
learn of his improvement in health. Mr..
johnson was able to be upon the street
for a short time on Tuesday.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1914-04-01

Hiram E. Littlefeld has had build
ing moved from his lot on Fountain
street to Bridge street, near the north
end of the bridge. He has built an adj
dition and is to have a store on the
lower floor and atenement above.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1914-04-01

Mrs. Helen Abbott of Boston arrived
III this city Tuesday evening and has ac-
cepted a position as trimmer in The
Fashion millinery parlors of Mrs. II. r.
Treworgy.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1914-04-01
Hold for Serious Offence

Horace NJ. Twambley, aged 60, an
itinerant siiging school teacher. who
says his home is in Yarmouth. was
before Justice w. ]. Sargent of Brew
er Monday, charged with a statutory
offense. He was bound over and sent
to Jail in default of $1,000 bonds.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1914-04-01
Edith r. Drawn

Edith f., aged 81 years, wife of
George w. Drawn, died Tuesday noon
at her residence, 20 Cherry street, af-
ter protracted illness. Funeral SER
vices will be held from her late resi-
dence Thursday afternoon at o'clock.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1914-04-01
Gard of Thanks

The Ladies' Aid of the First Univer
salist church wishes to thank all those
who participated in their recent fair"
for their efforts in making the occasion
a success, especially the members of the
Hallowel fire department
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1914-04-01

The Live Wires and the Rlairs will roll
again next Thursday evening at the
Unique alleys. Manager Ivers of the
Live Wires has received a letter from
Lewiston aggregation who desire a game
next week They will probably be ac-
commodated.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1914-04-01
Her 86th Birthday.

Mrs. Thankful Jewett Tuesday cele-
brated her Seth birthday at her home in
Farmingdale. She received many re-
membranes and flowers from absent
friends and during the day received
many callers.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1914-04-01

The following marriage intentions are
recorded at the office of the Gardiner
city clerk: George w. Harris and Clara
V Lawrence. both of Gardiner Alpine
A. Landry and Marian Airline Richard
son. both of Gardiner.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1914-04-01

Aunt Jerusha's Quilting Party"
was presented Tuesday evening at the
Free Baptist church. There was
large attendance and all parts were
skilfully taken, giving much enjoy
ment TO those present.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1914-04-01

Fred A. Niles. foreman of the Maine
Central painting crew. whose train has
been in the Gardiner yard all winter.
win start out with it Wednesday for
Rumford
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1914-04-01
t Letter to
Or. Kilmer G. Co.,
6inghamton, N. Y.
Prove What Swamp Root Will Do For
You

Send ten cents to DIR. Kilmer & Co.,
Binghamton, N. Y, for sample size
bottle. It will convince anyone. You
will also receive booklet of valuable
information, telling about the kidneys
and bladder. When writing, be sure
and mention the Augusta Daily Ken
nebec Journal. Regular soc. and $1.00
size bottles for sale at all drug stores.
ADV. ar go
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1914-04-01

The Fashion store is a veritable pa
geant of gorgeous loneliness. That
Easter bonnet" in a multitude of be-
coming styles is arrayed for the adj
miration of the women.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1914-04-01

Mrs. William Heath of this city,
who underwent surgical treatment a
few days ago at the Augusta General
hospital is reported as getting along
as we'll as could be expected.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1914-04-01
LIVE WIRES WIN

A close and interesting roii-oh tooh
place Tuesday evening at the unique al
leys, when the Live Wires lived up 10
their name and trimmed the strong wa
terville aggregation by the narrow mar
gin of 10 pins Harold Harrington was
high on singles and totals. leading ms
nearest competitor by 26 pins in the total
The summary:
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1914-04-01

The Samuel Grant Chapter will meet
Wednesday afternoon with Mrs. A. I.
Reynolds, Lincoln avenue. The paper
will be upon THE Naval Battle of
Machias, June u. It's.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1914-04-01

Captain r. f. Carlton and Mate
William Mcdonald will leave today
for Southport and bring the City of
Augusta to Bath, where she will be
put in readiness for the seasons
work
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1914-04-01

Mr.. and Mrs. Carl A. Reed returned
Tuesday to their home in Palmer,
Mass, after passing a week with Mr..
Reeds parents in this city.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1914-04-01

Miss Nola Houdelett, registrar of
Bates College, who has been the guest
of Miss Julia Clason, returned Tuesday
to Lewiston.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1914-04-01

The Ladies' Auxiliary of the NJ. E.
church, Randolph, will meet Thursday
afternoon, April 2, instead of Wednes-
day, with Mrs. Willard Morrow.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1914-04-01

Rev. H. F. Harding celebrated his S7th
birthday last Saturday very happily with
young friends and old. He surely should
be called 81 years young.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1914-04-01

The regular meeting of John B. Hub
bard State Relief Corps. No. SO, will be
held in G. A. r. hall Wednesday at the
usual hour. $3.50 - y##
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1914-04-01

Mrs. Oscar Childs and Mrs. Harry
Briggs and daughter Virginia have gone
to Auburn for several days visit with
friends.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1914-04-01

Miss Doris Cornish of Brunswick is
the guest of her grandfather, r. A..
Wentworth, Temple street. for the re-
mainder of the week.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1914-04-01

f. D. Lawrence, who has been ill
for sometime past, Is to resume his old
position as yard brakeman on the NJ.
c. r. r. Wednesday.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1914-04-01
SOUTH GARDINER.

Ezra ]. Philbrook, aged II, died at
6.S5 o'clock Tuesday evening at his
home here. The funeral will be held
at 2 o'clock Thursday afternoon.
Friends are requested to please omit
flowers.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1914-04-01
Poslam Soap
Safest For
Baby's Bath
New Size is Cents

POSLAM SOAP is the one soap that
you may feel absolutely safe in using in
the nursery. 1t is non-irritating. Abso-
lutely pure. 1t soothes the tender skin,
protects from infection and disease; is
superior for the skin because it contains
9oslam, the great healing remedy.
Acts as tonic and beautifier for any
skin, improves the complexion, removes
foughness. Unsurpassed for shampooing.
sold by all druggists everywhere.
CTO DRUGGISTS-Al jobbers now
supply Poslam Soap at N A. r. ID.
prices. ADV.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1914-04-01

Workmen commenced yesterday on
the erection of the new fire escape on
the Johnson Opera house.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1914-04-01

The Catholic, Benevolent Society will
meet at the usual hour this evening with
Miss Adelaide Leighton, No. Page
street fansz
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1914-04-01

st. Matthews Lenten service will be
held at 730 o'clock this evening at the
home of Mrs. Matte A. Fuller, Winthrop
street
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1914-04-01

Mr. and Mrs. Q. A Nichols returned
Tuesday from weeks visit with friends
in Carmel.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1914-04-01

Mrs S p Dean and son Carl will go
to Portland Wednesday morning, where
they will visit friends for a week.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1914-04-01

Mr.. and Mrs. o. P. Ellis of Augusta
were guests Tuesday of Mr.. and. Mrs.
Edwin w. Ellis of this city.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1914-04-01

Herbert Shea went to Boston Tuesday
where he will be the guest of friends for
several days.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1914-04-01

Helen, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Ray
Clary, Farmingdae, fell Monday evening
and sustained a fracture of her left fore
arm
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1914-04-01

Miss Esther Gilman will leave Wednes-
day morning for Boston, where she will
be the guest of friends for a week.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1914-04-01

George Palmer went to Portland Tues
day on a short business visit
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1914-04-01
LIVE WIRES.
Al NO TIC {.

Regular dance Thursday evening, d
A. r. hall. McMasters' Orchestra.
aprd2t
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1914-04-01

The Benevolent Society will meet at 2
O'Clock Thursday afternoon with Mrs.
Frank S. Wingate. Middle street.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1914-04-01
Prevents crip-cures Grip.

LAXATIVE BROMo QUININE removes
the cause There is only one "BROMO
QUININE." Look for signature of e.
w GROVE. 25c.-Adv. WITT
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1914-04-01

Mrs. NJ. J. Mccormick and three chill
dren. John, Francis and Louise. re-
turned home Friday after an extended
visit with relatives in Bath and Auburn.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1914-04-01

Receipts from the use of national
forest resources were greatest in Ari-
zoua last year.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1914-04-01

Mrs. Frank Annis is Ill at her home
with an attack of pneumonia.
Thomas b. Grant of Boston is passing
a brief vacation in this city.
Mrs. Nora Grant of Bangor arrived
Monday for a brief visit
Mrs Annie Lessard left Tuesday for
visit in Foxboro. Mass.
Mrs c. S. jackson left Tuesday for a
visit with relatives in Grafton, Mass.
Mrs. F. T. Bradstreet left Tuesday for
visit in New York.
The boat service between Bath and
Boothbay Harbor was resumed Monday
Albert l.. Thompson left Tuesday for
st. Adams. VT.
Mrs. Arthur Winslow was a week
end guest of Mrs. Leslie Reed.
John A Hanson of Augusta was a
visitor Tuesday in this city.
Gardiner Lodge, No. 8, I %. o. F.,
will work the Third degree on Thurs
day night.
Miss Flora f. Spear of West Gar
diner left Tuesday for visit with her
cousin, Mrs. Leila Jenkins of Auburn
Mid week service Wednesday eve
ming at the Free Baptist church, sub
ject, Power"
Judge and Mrs w. C. Atkins arrived
Moray night from weeks trip to New
York
The women's Mission Circle of the
First Baptist church will meet at 3 T. NJ.
Thursday at the parsonage.
e. c. Bosworth has received his re-
appointment as deputy fish and game
warden for the State.
ROBBIE Marston has moved from his
former home on Sheldon street, Farming
dale, to Augusta
Miss Gertrude Allard of Brunswick,
who has been guest at the home of her
aunt, Mrs William LaPlain, returned
home Tuesday.
Charles White of Skowhegan was ar
raigned Tuesday morning before Judge
Atkins and was fined So for drunkenness.
He paid.
Mrs. NJ j. Mccormick and three chill
dran John Francis and Louise, re-
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1914-04-01

j. F. Varney. H. w. Reed, C. E. Turner
and C. E. Harvey.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1914-04-01

Thomas B. Grant of Boston is passing
a brief vacation in this city.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1914-04-01
GARDINER LOCAL MATTERS

Mrs. Frank Annis is Ill at her home
with an attack of pneumonia.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1914-04-01

Charles White of Skowhegan was ar
raigned Tuesday morning before Judge
Atkins and was fined So for drunkenness.
He paid.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1914-04-01

Miss Gertrude Allard of Brunswick,
who has been guest at the home of her
aunt, Mrs William LaPlain, returned
home Tuesday.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1914-04-01

Robbie Marston has moved from his
former home on Sheldon street. Farming
dale to Augusta.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1914-04-01

Mrs. Nora Grant of Bangor arrived
Monday for brief visit.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1914-04-01

E. c. Bosworth has received his re-
appointment as deputy fish and game
warden for the State.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1914-04-01

Mrs Annie Lessard left Tuesday fol
visit in FoXboro, Mass.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1914-04-01

The Womens Mission Circle OF the
First Baptist church will meet at +. NJ.
Thursday at the parsonage.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1914-04-01

Mrs. c. S. Jackson left Tuesday for a
visit with relatives in Grafton, Mass.
Daily Kennebec journal. [microfilm reel] (Augusta, Me.) 1870-1975, 1914-04-01

Judge and Mrs. w. c. Atkins arrived
Moray night from a weeks trip to New
York
The day book. [volume] (Chicago, Ill.) 1911-1917, 1914-01-30

thing for the old leagues, in that it
will force them to develop young
sters to take the positions vacated by
the jumpers. He also thinks the
players will be benefited.
Hearken to Mr.. Evers' statement of
how the players viii be aided. It is
good, sensible dope.
81 believe" said Evers, eff the Fed
erals carry out their plans and man
age to establish a third major league,
that it will have a marked effect upon
baseball. l am not considering the
money that will be lost -or the cost
The day book. [volume] (Chicago, Ill.) 1911-1917, 1914-01-30
WINTER SPORTING DOPE FROM EVERYWHERE
EVers Says Federal League Is Good
Thing for Young Players.

John Evers, manager of the Cubs,
just back from a trip through the
South, with the signatures of several
of his players to contracts, cannot
see much financial gain for mag
mates of the new Federal League.
But John says he, thinks the adj
vent of the new circuit will be a good
The day book. [volume] (Chicago, Ill.) 1911-1917, 1914-01-30
AID WoIgast Whips Rudy UnhoIz-
Weighs Too Much.

Ad Wolgast easily whipped Rudy
Unholz at Fond du Lac last night,
forcing him to quit in the second
round to escape needless punishment,
but there were several things about
the Cadillac mans appearance that
did not give his friends cause for I'M
bounded joy.
Ad refused to weigh in stripped.
but in his street clothes, with an over
coat on, tipped the beam at 149
pounds. That would make him scale
in the neighborhood of 138 or 40
pounds in his fighting toys. Unholz
weighed 1271a ready for action.
Ad will find himself in difficulty
when it comes time for him to tangle
again with Charley White if he lets
his weight climb recklessly. He must
keep in condition perennially if he
expects to battle again for the light
weight championship.
Last nights fight as battle was
nothing to rave over. Unholz was
under weight and weak, and was easy
for his beefier opponent Wolgast
foored Unholz four times in the
opening round In the second Ad
slapped the Boer to the floor and the
Iatter's second heaved a towel into
the ring.
Against man like Unholz, VOL
CASTS weight was an advantage, but
with a fast, aggressive man like
White in the ring the Cadillac bear
cat will find the going too fast if he
is not in perfect condition.
Freddy Welsh, British lightweight,
won by big margin from Leo Kelly
in eight rounds at St. Louis last night.
Welsh placed his blows accurately
and wore Kelly down.
Wildcat Ferns took decision from
Charley Pierson in Is rounds at Jop-
lin, Mo. Ferns was better at every
angle of the battling and twice slam
med Pierson to the floor. He could
not deliver a fnisher.
Charlevoix county herald., 1914-03-07
GEORGE W. BRACE

"a MONROE AVE,
BELL MAIN 1913. CITIZENS 1906
GRAND RAPIDS. MICH.
Charlevoix county herald., 1914-03-07
Seldom Fewer Than so Guests Pres
ent and Only Contributions to the
Wedding Feast Are Expected.

The number of invitations vary &C
cording to the means of the brides
parents, but there are seldom less
than 30 assembled, and often as many
as To- did al q young. A iay or two
before the ed, ing the various guests
send their gifts not tu t. bride, but
to her par 'nts, consi ting generally
of contributions toward the expected
feast, and beyond participating in
much revelry and good cheer the
bride and bridegroom do not derive
any benefit. One friend contributes,
say, eight pounds of golden butter
piled high on a platter fringed with
greenery; another a score or two of
eggs or some chickens. A lamb, joints
of beef or cask of fine Ole ale follow
in quick succession, and in this way
the parents frequently receive more
prOVeI.dcr tnan tan be consumed at
the festivity, and their sole expense
consists of hiring of plates and dishes
from the nearest stores in the town
where the farmer sells his grain and
buys his wife's groceries and ribbons.
For months before the wedding the
bride, with her mother and sisters,
have been hard at work at the loom,
spinning and weaving all the linen
for the person as well as for the
house, which store, together with a
pair of young horses, a couple OF
cows and a pair of sheep, invariably
form a part of her marriage outfit.
Bridal ornaments are not heirlOoms,
as in Norway. The Danish peasant
girl wears a simple crown of myrtle
with her National costume-varying
with the district, but always charm
ing-and pots Of myrtle are careful
" cherished by girlish hands through
the long Winters in anticipation OF
the great event. Her sole heirloom
is the great oaken dover chest, heav-
lily clamped and often finely carved,
that holds her goodly store of linen.
At II o'clock on the wedding morn
ing all the guests meet at the house
of the bride, driving up in carts, and
when she is ready the long procession
starts for the church, headed by two
outriders, who are the "best men,"
Next follows cart containing the
band, comprising three or four brass
instruments, and the village fiddler.
After them comes the cart containing
the bride alone, both parents remain
ing at home to put the finishing
touches to the festive board, already
spread. Behind the bride comes the
bridegroom, also alone. He sits in
the middle of his vehicle, in all the
conscious glory of new tall hat and
vast cloak with man capes, worn
even in the summer time as lending
a dignity suitable to the solemn occa-
sion and as a mark of distinction.
Near the church children strew flow
ers, as well as near the brides old
home, where there is also an archway
draped with flags. Returning from
the church, the bride and bridegroom
sit together, the band preceding them,
heralding their approach with gleeful
strains New York Weekly