The Waterbury Democrat., 1937-10-26

ing to the occasion and dwelling deeply in the art of oratorical ex- precision, but others are only capa- ble of jumping up quickly and say ing, T wish him luck" while their faces change colors three or four times and they immediately retire to their seats. It is a question among those, who attend these events, which is the most popular. The timid one, who arises and mumbles, T wish him luck" seems to have his admirers, as does the graduate of a public speaking class, who sees the opportunity of prac- Using the art he has tried to per- feet.
 Of course, the prospective groom, who is as 1t should be, the honored guest, at these dinners has to listen to many sad attempts at humor. But 1t is quite evident from the usual expression on the face of the honored guest, that he has other problems to think about, which he knows, will have to be taken care of in the near future. But, after all, he knows that he will receive some sort of a present at the get-together which will overcome all the jibes that are cast in his direction during the evening.
 These affairs will, know, take place as long as the world keeps functioning on an even keel. There will be tickets printed, committees appointed, and masters of ceremo- nies trying to make favorable irn- precision before the gathering as long as the sun shines, and noth- ing can be done about 1t.
 Kindly pardon me if you are bored with the above blast, but I just had to get 1t of my chest, and I hope you will read the following paragraphs, which gives an idea of the usual opening speech delivered by the timid masters of ceremonies, to wit:
 Gentlemen:-
 We are here to honor young man, who is about to enter into the bonds of matrimony. The league of benedicts into which this young man is going to enter Is not new in the good old world; but it is new to him. We all, heartily and sincerely wish him the best of everything, which is about all that we can really do. The married state has it's ups and downs and every person. who en- ters into this state of bliss should be willing to cheerily accept the bitter with the sweet. If this is done there should be no serious trouble. Although those little spats between the contracting par ties are prone to make their un- healthy appearance.
 There have been numerous def- initions put forth attempting to explain the primitive procedure. Many of them are very sensible, some are humorous, others are profane, nevertheless there is one which think sums up the idea as follows: Marriage is like @ city under siege. Those that are in prefer to get out; those who are out want to get in. This expla- nation covers 1t in a concise man. ner, missing of course a great many of the generalities, How ever, we again wish the potential benedict we are honoring tonight all the good luck there is under Gods great canopy called the sky"
 The most of you, men, here are more familiar with this mans past life and should be able to re- late some interesting anecdotes that have happened.
 Some of you are already in-and others of you heer are contemplat- ing the fatal step. So, the ones, who are in should be very willing to advise the candidate the many devious ways that exist and the ways and means of overcoming them. Those, who are planning to enter should keep their ears open, and benefit by what is told by those gentlemen of experience. We are going to enjoy very wholesome and palatable dinner, which should take care of the in- ner man, and as food has a ten- dency to make a person feel in a relaxed and contented mood we should have a very enjoyable eve- ming.
 We'll, everyone has a good time # the fodder is acceptable.
 Yours for more testimonial banquets, A'
 AJ. v. WAEKWH.