Putnam patriot., 1914-09-18
Pomf[et Bi-CeRtennia| Celebration Prominent Speakers Praise the Old
 Town and Civic History
Pomiret Festival.

The celebration of the 200th Anni- versary of Pomfret's existence as a town and for which extensive prepara- tions had been in progress for months, is now thing of the past. Clear, bright weather favored the,throngs of people who came from far and inear to witness the Old Home week ohser.. vance and the wonderful pageant which was presented both. "Wednesday and Thursday afternoons.
 The festival was held on the grounds of the Dunworth Lodge estate; the owners, Mir. and Mrs. William ". Chapiu kindly granting its use for this purpose,
 l Hundreds were present the opening 1 day. On the broad Eastern piazza of l the house the speaking was held. Chief Host and Chairman of the day Charles W. Grosvenor, opened the ceremonies which consisted of singing "Ameriea" followed by prayer by Rev. Harry A. Beadle pastor of the Congregational church. Welcome address, by Hon. 1 Chas. F.. Searls of Thompson, who was born in Pomfret, il being also the birthplace of his parents and grand parents.
 l Judge Charles 0. Thompson spoke of the settlers of Pomfret and their de- scendants. "Abington Parish by Miss Mary Osgood of East Hartford. "Pomfret,n by Darius Mathewson of written by Rev. John P. Trowbridge of West Groton, Mass, was read by Mrs. B F. Learned of Norwich, as MT. Trow bridge was unable to be present. The speaking the second day was held in the main tent. The exercises were opened by singing the old hymn, "Oh God beneath thy guiding hand n Prayer was offered by Rev. MT. Fuller of Abingdon. "History and Traditions of Pomfret,H very in- teresting paper was read by MT. Math' ewson
 A survey Of fomfret was given by Ralph Sabin, who spoke of many in- town. Miss Ellen Osgood of East Hartford gave splendid review of | the Women of Pomfret, citing many names famous in literature and art. She also gave glowing tribute to the Pomfret women of the Revolution who bore their part as bravely and loyally as did the men, although but scarce mention Is made of them in the an- nals of that time
 A bountiful New England dinner was served each day in the dining room of the Chapin mansion. In the 1 tent the Swedish coffee booth, English 1 tea room and Irish tea room also re. ceived generous patronage. The two large tents on the grounds were thronged with visitors.
 | In the first tent was a magnificent display of ferns, flowers and potted plants from the estate of Miss F., ]. Clark of Pomffet and Boston, arranged by MT. Ash. Fruit and vegetables were also exhibited in this tent, by E. E. Brown, '. D. Wicks, NJ. Angel, l.. fitts, F.. w. Johnson, Joseph Elliott, c. A. Johnson and c. l.. Ransom. The latter had a,iine display which was labeled as the foundation of New England dinner from Wolf Den farm. There were many exhibits of cut flowers and in the fruit exhibit were pyramids of.apples and pears topped by sprays of black berries.
 Everett Brown the authority on apples, had q new exhibit which at tracted a great deal of attention. A miniature me del farm with all access ories, consisting of house with all modern improvements completely fur nished; farm animals, horses, cattle and poultry, dogs and cats; barn filled with hay, the farmer and his family and the necessary help all in their proper positions MT. Brown made the buildings him. otli hiih iOl bah OtSi PhitIno- ing the tiny furniture.and belongings for the farm wherever he could find them. It was d marvel of precision and ingenuity.
 Tn the main tents were beautiful ex- hibits Of artistic photography and needlework also of cakes, bread and preserves. The School exhibit of the work of various schools was the center Of interest to the parents and children
 Four prizes were won by the Centre school; two by the North school; spec. ial prizes by the ElIiotts and Landing school.
 In the house was a wonderful ex- hibit of old time articles, many Of which were loaned by Mrs. Ereedley, one of our summer residents. iHer col lsction included old gowns of silk and muslin; ancient bonnets, many rare samplers, which added to the samplers brought by others made the collection unusually large and interesting.
 Rare old china, silverland cut glass also articles Of beautiful luster ware were shown; the latter were loaned ny | Mrs. FfeedIey. the latter also loaned <