The Anderson intelligencer. [volume] (Anderson, S.C.) 1914-1917, 1914-08-07
STEVENSON REUNION

On Saturday. the first day of Aug
Observation-Disclosures and sisters of the
had the opportunity of again assem-
bling ut "Edgewood Farm" the beau
tiful grove and home of Mr.. and Mrs.
J. A. Stevenson, for their annual re-
union, being about the center two miles
place in all respects for this occas-
ion, being about the center twa miles
west or Townville and being on the
two counties.
They arrived between the strokes Of
nine and eleven o'clock and were in
vited In the house, where each one
was soon engaged in merry CONVEX
satiOn. Laughing and talking were
soon heard in the house and yard. and
each one was enjoying themselves to
the highest, talking of the present,
past and the future times.
Just before dinner, fruits were serv-
ed consisting of peaches, apples,
grapes and figs. which was immense
iy enjoyed by all present. Soon after
each one was kindly invited to the
grove where tempting dinner await
ed them. The table so feet long,
was laden with all kinds of good
things. which pleased the old and the
young. This was very beautiful
place to eat and was very cool, too.
the large oak boughs were playing to
and fro with the cool breezes. Just
before the dinner was served the Rev.
w. B. Hawkins was requested to give
thanks, after which all began to de-
vour the things the good ladies had
80 willingly prepared.
Iced tea and fruits were served
while eating. There were about 100
friends and relatives to enjoy the eat
ing.
After they finished some remained
IN the grove and others went to the
lone. where they were entertained
for quite a while with sweet music
consisting OF instrumental and vocal
duets and solos. The music waB grace
fully rendered on the piano by Misses
Jeanette Bolt, Lila and Inez King, Una
and Fannie Stevenson. The little ones
entertained themselves by play
ing in the little brook which runs
near the grove. This was great sport
for the little fellows and they were
greatly charmed over the pleasure OF
playing In the cool water.
Rev. w. S. Myers surprised all OF
them by taking their picture. He also
took one oil the old ladies. Rev. w. B..
Hawkins and the smaller children.
All the living sisters OF the late Mr..
and Mrs. John A. Stevenson were
present to enjoy this reunion, these
being Mrs. Matilda McJunkin, sister
OF the former. Mrs. Adelia Haynie and
Mrs. Jane Martin, sisters OF the latter.
All the brothers and sisters were
present on this day but Mr.. W. E.
Stevenson and family, Of Lavonia. Ga.
They were hindered on account OF
sickness in the family.
They began to leave about 4:30 after
a very pleasant day spent In eating,
talking and laughing. The day Will
long be remembered as a great reun-
ion of, Joy. peace and happiness on
earth, but nothing to be compared
with the one in heaven to be held bye
and bye. We should all try and be
among the number entitled there and
wo hope all Gun meet next year for the
annual reunion. Those that enjoyed
the day were:
Mr.. and Mrs. j. A. Stevenson and
family, Mr. and Mrs. ]. A McPhail. and
family. Mrs. =. A, Bolt and children,
Mrs. Jane Martin, Mr.. and Mrs. w, G.
King and family. Mr.. and Mrs. c. c.
Harris and baby, Rev. W. B. Hawkins
and son, Charles, Rev. w: S. Myers
Dr. Max Hobson Mr.. and Mrs. Harri-
son Price, Miss Alice Price, Mr.. Guy
He, ar and sister Miss Bernie. Mrs
Ja-.s Queen. Messrs. J. d. Stonecypher
fIrxys.nd Bill Dobbins, Jr., all OF Town
Iville.,fs s5,,ti,, :,
Mr.. and Mrs. j. L. Stevenson and
family, Mr.. Tom McLees end sister
May jackson, all OF Anderson. 4.
Mr.. and Mrs. r. "A. Reeves. and fam.
lily, Mr.. and Mrs. J.. w. Reeves and
Mr.. w. r.. Stevenson, Mr.. and Mrs
Ezra Cromer and baby, OF Cross
Roads. IS. 4 I.
Mr.. and Mrs. Lee Welborn and
| children, OF Hopewell. 4.
!. Mrs. Matilda MEG nkln and daughter
Niles Betsy of Starr.
Mrs. Adelia Haynie, Mr.. and Mrs
Eugene Mitchell and family. Miss
Weepy Cobb, Messra. hn-a Masor
and Mitchell .of TWestmi1ster. .
Mr. and N:s. Willis Newton Mr. ant
Mrs; Thos: p, Hobson. Miss Aims
lHobson and brother OF Sandy Spnnga
Messrs. Leon Harris and laureni
] Sheldon of Fair Play. ~,