J^IRD CENTER CARTOONS Digitized by the Internet Archive in 2008 with funding from IVIicrosoft Corporation http://www.archive.org/details/birdcentercartooOOniccurich BIRD CENTER CARTOONS A Chronicle of Social Happenings at Bird Center^ Illinois PICTURES AND TEXT Br JOHN r. McCUrCHEON CHICAGO A, C, McCLURG 1904 CO, 4i 4^^ p\ Copyright A. C. McClubq & Co. 1904 Published March 30, 1904 Theficturei and text appearing in this volume are used v>iti tie kind permisiioa of " The Chicago Tribune " excepting three full- page dra-wings ivhich are reproduced through the courtesy of *' The Chicago Record-Herald," UNIVERSITY PRESS ' JOHN WILSON AND SON * CAMBR1DGE| U. S, A. A WORD ABOUT BIRD CENTER 7 HE pictures and text in this collection are intended to chron- icle the social happenings in a small community. Beyond this, there has been no definite purpose in the work. If the collec- tion seems to satirize some forms of gayety in the smaller communities, or if it should happen to poke a little good-natured fun at some of the ornate pretensions of society in the larger communities, so much the better, for then the book may be endowed with a mission. Tou will find Bird Center ites in large cities as well as in small ones, and it is to be regretted that there are not more of them. For they are all good, generous, and genuine people, and their social circle is one to which any one gifted with good instincts and decency may enter. The poor are as welcome as the rich, and the one who would share their pleasures is not required to show a luxuriant genealogical tree. There are no social feuds or jealousies, no false pretenses, and no striv- ing to be more than one really is. No one feels himself to be better than his neighbor, and the impulse of generosity and kindness is common to all. In the words of Mr. Winthrop K. Biddle, of Philadelphia, Pa., " there is not a cross word in the history of Bird Center'' John T. McCutcheon Chicago, February 20, 1^04 Ivi 196186 CONTENTS The Fourth of July Lawn Fete The Reception to Mr. Pumphrey The Horse Show The Church Bazaar The Grand Opening of the New Country Club The Picnic in Hornbeck's Grove Captain Fry's Party The Mysterious Stranger The Marriage of Mr. J. Milton Brown TO Miss Lucile Ramona Fry The Gala Day at the County Fair Mrs. Riley Withersby's Grand Social Function The Labor Day Field Sports The Arrival of the Ninth Rollicking Little Walpole Naming the Ninth Rollicking Little Walpole The Return of the Travellers The Baby Show The Harvest Home Party The Foot Ball Game The Hay Wagon Function A Night in Bohemia The Mysterious Stranger Speaks The Swap Party The Thanksgiving Supper The Dancing Club Entertainment The Mysterious Stranger's Story The Grand Bal Poudre Mr. Figgey's Party The Christmas Tree The Surprise Party The Grand Masquerade Party The Skating Party A Literary Evening The Arrival of the Automobile » These Cartoons concern the Social Doings and jldventures of the following People Rev. Walpole, "a man to all the country dear." Mrs. Riley Withersby, the "Grand Dame" of Bird Center. If everybody were as good as she, there would be no need of churches. Capt. Roscoe Fry, who fought at Gettysburg, Pa. He will tell you many an interesting anecdote of that memorable fight. Mr. J.Milton Brown, the well known artist of the Bird Center Tintype Studio. He has no ene- mies in Bird Center. Mr. Smiley Greene, the popular undertaker. A man of infinite good humor and the soul of exu- berant joy. He will cheer you up no matter how far down you are. Mr. J. Oscar Fisher, " ye editor." He will put your name in the paper if you are among those present. " Mine Host " Mort Peters, of the Bird Center House. If you should visit Bird Center, Mort will entertain you by the day or week, American style, with dinner at noon and supper at six. Mr. Gus Figgey, of Chicago, the busiest man in the world. He " gets busy " and hopes you will do the same. Mr. Winthrop K. Biddle, of Philadelphia, Pa. He came out of the East to woo one of Bird Center's fairest daughters. He was slow but sure, for he finally won her, and we hope he will live happily ever afterward. Mr. Chris C. Newbower, who takes a drink now and then, but principally now. Chris is only an " innocent bystander " in social doings. Mr. Elmer Pratt, who can always be counted on to carry water at the picnics. Elmer wears a pompadour. Mr. Riley Peters, the village frivoller. If you are a young lady visiting in Bird Center, Riley will do the honors and propose to you with his fingers crossed. Mr. Wilbur Fry, " he plays musical instru- ments." When you attend a social function at Bird Center, you will see Wilbur and his mandolin. Mr. Orville Peters. Orvillc is the musical col- laborator of Mr. Wilbur Fry. Mr. Ernest Pratt, of St. Louis. Ernest has come to visit his brother Elmer. He wears whiskers and sings in the choir. If the prairies are set on fire, Ernest can prove an alibi. Mrs. Rev. Walpole, mother of the nine rollicking Walpoles. Judge Warden, of the Superior Court. He has been mentioned for Congress, for the Senate, and for Governor, and if he were a democrat he would be mentioned for President. Dr. Crosby Niebling. " Doc " will get a cure out of you if there is any cure in you. Mr. Wes Kidwell, the station agent, father of little Homer Kidwell, who won third prize at the Baby Show. Attorney D. I. Black, who doesn't take society seriously, but who drifts in when functions are going on. Mrs. Roscoe Fry, wife of Captain Roscoe Fry. Her mission in life is to interrupt the Captain when he tells about Gettysburg, Pa. Mrs. J. Milton Brown, nee Miss Lucile Ramona Fry, formerly daughter of Captain Fry. She stands for the elevation of her sex. Mrs. Smiley Greene, who gives the cues for her husband's jokes. Miss Myrtle Peters, daughter of Mine Host Mort Peters. Myrtle is a debutante and has nothing else to do. Mrs. Doc Niebling — just Mrs. — that's all. Miss Flossye Niebling, nee Flora. Now you know her. Miss Mae Niebling. When she was a little girl. May was a brunette. Now she 's an old maid. Mrs. D. I. Black, a mural decoration at social functions. A very good-hearted lady. Miss Kate Warden, a graduate of Bryn Mawr, who has Mr. Biddle, of Philadelphia, jumping for the fly. Miss Barnard of Xenia, Ohio, reported en- gaged to Mr. Riley Peters. Miss Applegate, of Veedersburg, Ind., re- ported engaged to Mr. Riley Peters. Miss Pickett, of Danville, 111., reported en- gaged to Mr. Riley Peters. Miss Meadows of Madison, Wis., reported en- gaged to Mr. Riley Peters. Miss Matlock, of Fond du Lac, Wis., reported engaged to Mr. Riley Peters. Miss Minerva Maltby, of Decatur, 111., reported engaged to Mr. Riley Peters. Miss Norma Cousins of Lafayette, Ind., reported engaged to Mr. Riley Peters. Miss Elsie Burbank of Morristown, N. J., not reported engaged to Mr. Riley Peters. The Mysterious Stranger. You can find out all about him if you look through the book. I 'THE FOURTH OF JULT LJWN FETE JUDGE HORATIO S. WARDEN From a daguerreotyp* ll ' Attorney D. I. Black was called away during the reading of the Declaration of Independence on the Fourth. "I've heard it before and I don't reckon they 've revised it lately," said he. Captain Fry was enthusiastic in his praises of the decorations on the lawn at Mrs. Riley With- ersby's. "It takes me back to the Battle of Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, when I see all these patriotic emblems," said he, proudly. "It's a masterly production," said Mine Host Mort Peters, referring to the Declaration of Inde- pendence read by Judge Warden at Mrs. Biley Withersby's Fourth of July Lawn Fete. ter spent Waure- ftve been nd Miss ■d to their tine their M. J. led m the eld at the I Stubbei-t fLchea upon rue" at the the Advent- ht officiated d to Boston ame her du- 's School of Miss Cran- In Worces- to be held gregatlonal of prayer: t. Mathews pon '"Jona- <• of Rellg- ■Jg Rev. G. talk upon ssons, and ■g meeting Iressed by rd..Thurs- atlbn," byi FOURTH OF JULY LAWN FETE A delightful affair was the Fourth of July- lawn fete given last Saturday at the home of Mrs. Riley Withersby. A full quota of the Bird Center elite was present and all voted that the glorious natal day of our independence had never been so fittingly observed before. Judge Warden read the Declaration of Inde- pendence, which was listened to with keenest interest by all present and was thoroughly en- joyed. Miss Lucile Bamona Fry sang " The Star Spangled Banner " and was accompanied by Messrs. Orville Peters and Wilbur Fiy on the mandolin. The spacious grounds were tastefully decorated under the direction of Mr. J. Milton Brown, the well-known artist of the Bird Center tintype studios, and Miss Lucile Ramona Fry, herself an artist of no mean talent. In the evening the scene reminded all those present of a veritable fairyland. Ele- gant refreshments were served and were pre- sided over by Miss Myrtle Peters and Mae Niebling. Among those present were Mrs. Riley Withersby, the Rev. Walpole and wife and eight rollicking children, Mr. Smiley W. Greene, the popular undertaker, and wife and children ; Mr. Cyrus Hornbeck of the State bank. Judge Horatio S. Warden, Capt. Boscoe Fry and wife, "Mine Host" Mort Peters of the Bird Center house and wife. Attorney D. I. Black and wife and children. Dr. Crosby Niebling and wife, Messrs. Winthrop K. Bid- die, who is here from Philadelphia, Pa., on business; Elmer Pratt, Homer Withersby, Orville Peters, Riley W. Peters, Wilbur Fry, Garfield Black, and "ye editor," J. Oscar Fisher ; Misses Flossye Niebling, Bar- nard of Xenia, O. ; Lucile Ramona Fry, Kate Warden, who is home from Bryn Mawr for the summer ; Mae Niebling, and Myrtle Peters. — J. OSOAB F18HER. uuuoequeil until the Maria Kasbaa to act as suburban log detair Quite ' school tr Monday the hall The Friday much eq Chub of the 1) cers fori bar, prf MUsC treas.; Gilson, Stiles, , At th^ last Tof chosen « treasure' fbsigned. The lai to the wok annual in« Mrs. Wm. . Daniels, see H'^CvTciieoH ; » -"j •" J li • • • • 'J'HE RECEPTION TO MR. PUMPHRET THE MYSTERIOUS STRANGER From t hutjr sketch by Mrs. LncUe Bamona Pry- Brown I I ;:iib.. Hon. Ephraim Pumphrey ia one of those men •who will be most heard in the House of Repre- sentatives. Mr. Chris C. Newbower says that ■when the Hon. Ephraim orates you can hear him a mile. Congressman Pumphrey is very popular -with the ladies. It is estimated that m the last cam- paign he kissed nearly two thousand babies and said that each had a great future ahead of it. " What a splendid head," he says, admiringly. And then he studies the baby's features intently for a moment and adds confidently, And what a remarkable resemblance it bears to some ot the pictures of Abraham Lincoln when he was a child." Mr. Pumphrey was elected by over 2,000 majority. trill present «pherd boy," iDg, Jan. 28. a leap year ling, Feb. 12. 1 the Luther be given by «ce, in town 16. lusually cold bluebirds aiid me. He and in April, ac- ailer. n. 28, is the Jed citizen — Kre remember six years old. Dting oD the- Wednesday, aerally occur at the fact is . Burprised at bis place on Uuicbins of .iih leave this stored in town. the lowest of- 5° below zero. or the whole « the coldest The above bermometers Reception in Honor of the Hon. Ephraim Pumphrey, Congressman-Elect Bird Center united in paying nomage to a distinguished statesman last Thursday even- ing. Hon. Ephraim Pumphrey, the silver tongued orator of the Middle West, the man whose magic eloquence has held vast audiences spellbound, the man whose magnetism has electrified all who come in contact with him was the recipient of a magnificent reception at the K of P hall. He shook hands with all and had a pleasant word for each and every one. All of our leading citizens were present and applauded enthusiastically the timely remarks made by the well known statesman. In the course of his remarks, Congressman Pumphrey congratulated Bird Center on its civic patriotism and said that he saw a splen- did future ahead for this thriving city. In the great applause that followed, Captain Fry sprang up and proposed three cheers for our next governor — Hon. Ephraim Pomphrey and they were given with a right good will. Among those present were Mrs. Kiley Withersby, widow of the late Eiley Withers- by ; Kev. Walpole and wife and children. Dr. Crosby Niebling and wife. Judge Horatio S. Warden, Mr. Smiley W. Greene, the popular undertaker, and wife and children ; Captain Roscoe Fry and wife, Mine Host, "Mort" Peters, of the Bird Center House, and wife ; Attorney D. I. Black and wife, Messrs. Win- throp K. Biddle, of Philadelphia, Elmer Pratt, Homer Withersby, Orville Peters, Riley W. Peters, Wilbur Fry, and "ye editor," J. Oscar Fisher ; Misses Flossye Niebling, Barnard, of Xenia, Ohio; Lucile Eamona Fry, Kate Warden, who is home for the Thanksgiving vacation ; Mae Niebling, and Myrtle Peters. Chris C. Newbower was also among those present. —J. Oscar Fisher. 1 Mrs. C. A Miss Ssit Sunday wi There common U than a wee of them ovei members of here and the funerals. Mr. Bo terday in cal comp', been doit nesB in A pects to B, turning to Tomorri UnilariaD will speak most importi that at Calb ma. Miss ' hoan Bcho^ practicall;! saving of service b cordially serrice ot Leominste ard Stone Howard ^ q'HE HORSE SHOW CAPTAIN ROSCOE FRY A gallant veteran of the Civil War From a daguerreotype Mr. J. Milton Brown, the well known artist, and Miss Lucile Ramona Fry, herself an artist of no mean talent, did the decorations for the Horse Show. They were much admired. Mr. Cyrus Hombeck was a guest of Mrs. Eiley Withersby at the Horse Show. Messrs. Wilbur Fry and Orville Peters dig- coursed sweet strains at the Horse Show. You can always count on Messrs. Wilbur and Orville. J. Oscar Fisher, of the Bird Center "Argosy," was indefatigable in getting names and costumes at the Horse Show. will present epherd boy," jDg, Jan. 28. a leap year ling, Feb. 12. 1 the Luther be given by Dce, in town lusually cold iluebirda and me. He and in April, ac- (iller. n. 28, is the Jed citizen — (re remember six years old. Dting on the Wednesday, nerally occur It the fact is surprised at bis place on Uutcbins of .iih leave this stored in town. the lowest ot- 6° below zero. or the whole s the coldest The above hermometers to Littleton ieral of Mrs. een a valued Qg from an him to his {ndents met breaking bis i Chapman are now cir- «rs, showing id a licensed n compound ion organized f Npw Jersey, Many Groton te Chapman Measure indi- THE HORSE SHOW The Bird Center Horse Show last Saturday was one of the most brilliant affairs of its kind ever giveu in Bird Center, if not in the entire country. Society was out en masse, and all agreed that it was a great success. An admis- sion fee of 25 cents was charged, which barred the presence of those not strictly in the exclu- sive circles of local society. Perhaps the most notable exhibit was the spanking team of Mr. Smiley W. Greene, the popular undertaker, who himself handled the reins, assisted by Mrs. Greene, and two of the little Greenes. This exhibit was awarded first prize by the two judges, Dr. Niebling and "mine host" Mort Peters of the Bird Center house. There was some talk of favoritism in this award, as it is well known that the doctor and Mr. Greene have mutual business interests, but this criticism came only from disgruntled ex- hibitors who failed to land the coveted blue ribbon. The boxes were crowded with our best people, particularly that of the Eev. Walpole, who was present with Mrs. Walpole and his eight rollicking children. The grounds were tastefully decorated under the) direction of Miss Lucile Ramona Fry and Mr. J. Milton Brown, the well known artist of the Bird Center tintype studios. Messrs. Orville Peters and Wilbur Fry discoursed sweet strains, add- ing greatly to the pleasure of the occasion. ADDITIONAL NOTES ON THE HORSE SHOW Miss Lucile Ramona Fry and J. Milton Brown, the well known artist, occupied a box at the horse show aud received many encom- iums on the skill and taste shown in the decorations. Miss Kate Warden entertained a box party, among those present being Mr. Winthrop K. Biddle of Philadelphia, Pa., and Mr. Elmer Pratt. Miss - ■ Barnard of Xenia, 0., who has been visiting Miss Mae Peters, has decided to prolong her visit a week. Mrs. Riley Withersby entertained Mr. Cyrus Hornbeck of the bank at a box party. Mra. W. wore her new Paris hat, about which there has been so much pleasant gossip re- cently. It was the cynosure of all eyes. — o— Judge Horatio S. Warden and Attorney D. L Black were prominently seen in the arena. — o — Capt. Roscoe Fry said the sight of so many beautiful steeds reminded him of the great cavalry charge at the battle of Gettysburg, Pa. — o — Homer Withersby, accompanied by Miss Myrtle Peters, drove his thoroughbred. Kaiser, to his new buckboard. — o — Garfield Black and Miss Flossye Niebling occupied a box. — o — Miss Barnard of Xenia, O., was obliged to leave her box on account of the sun hurting her eyes. She was accompanied by Mr. Riley W. Peters. Mr. Chris C. Newbower was also among those present. He was an hour and a half in passing a given point. — J. OSCAB FiSBER. baa lurtber pro hayfork one day he was pushing and down h6 fld distance of ovet is a brave, stui^ badly wrench^ everything in . kept right on * Mies Helef New York Brunswick,, Owing to L Washington, given up. Tuesday, J« Boston will fa, ment of the Mr. Kendall, Harold Lil the M.i.T. thif night's abSeno If anyone Wi brother C. F. the parliament^ leading item il news. Twenty-six bv of the town is gi' we want. Who with the hot w( June '03'? A great deal for Mr. and It^ den death of .' day, at the) Both parents when they lef ently in bis was supposed the care of hi: and died be moned. He old. Mrs. C. 4 H., for a fei Miss Mar Stone, startet. in Salem, III., only sixty mile the mildness of^ matter to bear ly. To THE EDITf your correspond! the express but was done Mr, ■' • • • • ••••• • 4 •*• 'J^HE CHURCH BAZAAR MR. WINTHROP K. BIDDLE Of PhUadelphia, Pa. From a group pictvtre of the Princeton Glea CSlab i Judge Warden and Attorney D. I. Black re- gretted very much that important legal business prevented their attendance at the Church Baaiar. " It beats all how these business matters coma up just when a fellow wants to go somewhere," said Mr. Black, affably. Judge Warden echoed those sentiments. Mr. Smiley Greene, the popu- lar undertaker, was unable to be present at the Church Bazaar as he was obliged to attend a commit- tee meeting at the K. of P. Hall. "I was represented, though," said Mr. Greene gayly, " I sent my wife, my pocket-book, and two children to the bazaar and my wife and the two children got home safely." Mr. J. MUton Brown, the well- known artist of the Bird Center Tintype Stu- dios, was obliged to be absent from the Church Bazaar last Fri- day eve. J.Mil- ton Brawn has been entertain- ing a persistent specimen of Job's comforter for several days, and he did not feel like mixing with the festive throng. Doctor Crosby Nie- bling was also unable to be present at the Church Bazaar, a.s he was detained by pro- fessional business. One of Mrs. Kidwell's chil- dren was under the weather somewhat and Doc had to get it out. Mr. Winthrop K. Biddle of Philadelphia, Pa., was unfortunately unable to be present at the Church Bazaar, but he .sent a proxy with instructions to vote for Miss Warden as the most beautiful young lady. Mr. Chris C. New- bower was also not present at the Church Bazaar last Friday eve. "I forgot all about it," said Mr. N., " and besides I was short of funds." ter spent Waure- eve been nd Miss 'd to their ting their M. J. aed m the eld af the I Stubberi ^ched ■ upon tue" at the me Advent- tit officiated /d to Boston Ume her du- 's School of Miss Cran- in Worces- . to be hold THE CHURCH BAZAAR One of the grandest times ever indulged in by the people of this vicinity was the Church Bazaar held last Friday evening A goodly crowd attended and suffice to say, all united in voting the affair a pronounced] success. Many and varied were the forms of amuse- ment, and it is with pleasure that we learn that the function was a great financial suc- cess. Over sixty dollars were added to the coffers of the church, and will be applied to the church debt. Among those present was Rev Walpole who passed to and fro with words of kindness for all. Miss Kate Warden was voted the most beautiful lady in Bird Center with Miss Mae Niebling and Miss Myrtle Peters for place and show, re- spectively. Miss "W. received 128 votes at five cents a vote. The fortune-teller's booth was the most prominent center of attraction, where each and everyone was warned to be- ware of a dark man or a dark woman. Grab-bag, and other diversions were extremely popular, and when at last the gay throng departed for their homes, there was an unmistakable conviction that the affair had been a grand success. read by the r earlier Iife,cl| previous to t' attitude towi of the day. followed by ters. through simple, so fa but all of th meaning, M^! them all. "' oil held later; J. Batt to be e Id the after by Prof. C. 9 theological vine messr quality of' right hao Wm. O. council. W. Tupi mentally to the peo. BosroD. I I ^HE GRAND OPENING of the NEW COUNTRY CLUB ATTORNEY D. I. BLACK From a daguerreotype I i: If you are interested in golf yon will be glad to read about the score made by Mr. Elmer Pratt at the Bird Center Coun- try Club. Read J. Oscar Fisher's great desciiption of the opening of the Bird Cen- ter Country Club, in this week's " Argosy." Mr. Smiley Greene, the popular undertaker, and wife and children, were among those present at the opening of the Bird Center Country Clut. Banker Cyrus Hom- beck was prominent in the view taken by J. Milton Brown at the opening of the Bird Cen- ter Country Club. The Rev. Mr. Wal- pole, accompanied by Mrs. Walpole and the eight rollicking little Walpoles, attended the opening of the Bird Cen- ter Country Club. ,v. Robert N. tdox CoDgre- ^k place 00 aFt one. At ';il called at '. J. Batt of ,r, llev C. C. A paper was ag record of id fellowship 'bis present >1 questions .nation that older minis- ,oi qtiestioDP, enedictioD jtor. tbe'delight- during the welt chosen ion and G. 'Miss Carrie' Sety and pastor plifting services there is not the ifOD of either. ' ^elia Frost of \nerat of Mrs. \||t week. No this servict*, ^ here and \s OD warm THE GRAND OPENING OF THE NEW COUNTRY CLUB The opening of the new Country club last Saturday was perhaps one of the most auspi- cious events that Bird Center society has ever witnessed. All of our local society leaders assembled early at the commodious clubhouse to do honor to the occasion and to witness the installation of the new six hole course that has been laid out in the meadow back of Mrs. Riley Withersby's bam. Mrs. Withersby had kindly tendered the use of her land for the golf course, and many were the thanks that were showered upon her for her public spiritedness. It was originally proposed that the compliment be paid her of naming the club the "Mrs. Riley Withersby Country Club," but she modestly suggested that it be called the Bird Center Country Club. Her only con- dition stipulated in donating the land was that no intoxicating beverages be sold and that Sunday playing be not indulged in. The club house was tastefully decorated by Mr. J. Milton Brown, the well known artist of the Bird Center Tintype Studios, and Miss Lucile Ramona Fry. Potted palms, graceful festoons of drapery, and Japanese lanterns were used with telling effect, making the scene one of exquisite beauty. Messrs. Orville Peters and Wilbur Fry enlivened the occasion with dul- cet strains of "merry mandolins." On the whole, it was a gala day in local society, and one long to be remembered. Mr. J. Milton Brown took a view of the members and an- nounces that he will present a copy to each one present. Mr. Brown is to be compli- mented on his public spirit and is a valued member of our community. ADDITIONAL NOTES Mrs. Withersby asked as a special conces- sion to the older players, many of whom have never played golf, that bogey be made easy for them, so the house committee made 48 strokes bogey for the six holes. — o— Mr. Winthrop K. Biddle of Philadelphia, Pa., made the course in 27, which is 21 under bogey. — o — The Rev. Walpole and wife and eight rol- licking little Walpoles were present and were in the view taken by Mr. Brown. The Rev. Walpole kindly told Mr. B. that two copies of the picture would be sufficient for his family, but the gallant artist intends to send one to each and every member regardless. — o — Homer Withersby lost his hat and was absent when the view was taken. — — Riley Peters had a good one on Dr. Nie- bling, who is somewhat near-sighted. He said that " Doc " would have to use a short club and tee his ball a foot and a half off the ground so that he could see it. Mr. Chris C. Newbower was also present, but did not have his picture taken. Chris says that he is n't much of a society man. Miss — — Barnard of Xenia, Ohio, and Riley Peters occupied the hammock at the club- house when the picture was taken. We regret that Miss Barnard returns home early next week. — o — Miss Applegate of Veedersburg, In- diana, is soon to visit the Frys. Tbursday, Ja the examinati 10.15 in the f Concord was Hiller of We read by the r earlier life,c| previous to I' attitude towt of the day. followed by ters, through simple, so fa but all of th meaning, M^ them ail. "' cil held later; J. Batt to bee In the afte' by Prof. C. ' theological vine mess' quality of right bao Wm. O. council. W. Tupf mentally to the peOk Boston. 1 ** Remembt represent d man elemeo Loomis, w^ thirty-thre^, bered by al( brother is t was pronout ijomething ful bospiiali^ noon hour, al choir. M'lBB A. Cook were Phelps, organ Inspiration must have ct of the; day.i slightest clO) News it* Rutland offic Dolly Patten one could be,. as during he^ charge of tbf terms of fri^ . able womaii Walter Tl. J'HE PICNIC IN HORNBECK'S GROVE MINE HOST MORT PETEES Of the Bird Center House From a daguerreotype The Rev. Walpole attended the picnic at Bird Center last Saturday. He was accompanied by- Mrs. Walpole and the eight rollicking little Wal- poles. The picnic was given under the auspices of Capt. and Mrs. Fry. Banker Homteck was very attentive to Mrs. Riley Withersby, widow of the late Hon. Riley Withersby, at the picnic given at Bird Center last Saturday. If you are interested in the mat- ter you should read J. Oscar Fisher's great report in this week's "Argosy." Miss Lucile Ramona Fry is engaged. If you are interested in matrimony, by all means see this week's " Atgosy." Mr. J. Milton Brown, the well known artist of the Bird Center Tintype studios, attended the picnic held last Saturdajr. For certain reasons he attracted much attention, all of which will be explained in this week's " Argosy," BO establish a imery for the from the un- .polig has jast (ion with hoaor i midshipman. second exam hty- three out :d for inefE he A. F. Co- tont of JVIan- e years. He >. W.'Canney of self and ch right and ightoQ farm, loyalty of a It slipped as upper scaffqld tndin^ below, a it. Mr. Hanson nd in spite of a has spurned liniments and id friends in i ia now at jfeeks' visit, e's family in tity may be Ilo quartet of .(i entertain- r.his season. stadies at larly a fort- 'low neatly ythiog in ok at the ' yorough nt parts weather ing fault part of 'expressed In the sud- Wednes- 'eat road, time, and itSLS appar- onvuliions THE PICNIC IN HORNBECK'S GROVE A most delightful affair was the basket pic- nic last Saturday under the auspices of Cap. and Mrs. Roscoe Fry in Hornbeck's Grove. The function was given in honor of Miss Applegate of Veedersburg, Indiana, who is spending a few days with the Fr}'s, and, in addition, the occasion was taken advantage of by Capt. Fry to announce the engagement of his talented daughter, Miss Lucile Ramona, to Mr. J. Milton Brown, our well known artist, thus killing two birds with one stone. The grove was beautiful in nature's own deco- rations, which, without disparagement of the magnificent decorating that has been done at previous affairs by Mr. Brown and Miss Fry, was most pleasing to the eye. A sumptuous repast was spread and the ground fairly groaned under the weight of the elegant viands. While the ladies prepared the collation, the jolly pic- nickers sat around in pleasant contemplation of the gastronomic joys in store for them, and for an hour preceding the feast the festal board was truly the cynosure of all eyes. Mrs. Riley Withersby brought the fried spring chicken, which was voted capital. Mrs. Mort Peters brought the veal loaf and olives ; Mrs. Smiley Greene, wife of the popular undertaker, won many friends with her luscious Saratoga chips ; Mrs. Rev. Walpole brought the deviled eggs, and Miss Kate Warden's brandied peaches were par excellent. But why enumerate all the delicious things and the lovely women who brought them ? Suffice to say that there was potato salad, grape jelly, chocolate cake, angels' cake, sardines, sandwiches, watermelon preserves, and an endless string of etceteras. The afternoon was pleasantly whiled away in various outdoor sports — throwing horseshoes, etc., etc., and Messrs. Orville Peters and Wil bur Fry discoursed sweet strains on their tune- ful mandolins. ADDITIONAL NOTES Rev. Walpole and wife and eight rollicking little Walpoles were prominently seen at the picnic. Capt. Fry has traded his roan for Mort Peters' bay. The gallant captain says that the bay reminds him of the horse he rode in the battle of Gettysburg, Pa. Mr. Elmer Pratt won many encomiums for carrying water from the spring, which was several hundred yards away. Miss Warden presented him with a nosegay, which was very much admired. — o — "Doc." Niebling said he would have to eat heartily, for he reckoned he would have a busy night ahead of him, judging from the way the young folks tackled the tempting viands. — o — Mr. Riley Peters and Miss Applegate occupied a hammock during the afternoon. Miss Applegate says that Bird Center is the loveliest place she ha.s ever visited. Miss Lucile Ramona Fry made a beautiful engraving of the scene. Miss Lucile has un- doubted talent as a sketch artist and won many encomiums. — — When Capt. Fry announced the engagement of his daughter to Mr. Brown at the end of the feast, much pleasant interest was manifested by all those present. Congratulations were showered on the happy young couple, all of which were taken with becoming modesty. It is understood that the wedding will take place in August, soon after pension day. — J. OSCAK FiSHEK. Bishop 7, he retur* been to 1 a dlvislo^ this couit months al asked wh', autlforlzeo Of latei among the fairs that the mattj When qq .lect he I Tlerney 3 news of, be expec' til the d' is said ) Ity, that divided, which I^ sons In the time nounced ■ About sumnion/ consults they w the di^ well- liv tlon ha« the div| Januari will be part of' New H state an portant in the Hi> cese will New Lion6 possibly Ml In these French-Can, practically a they are qui of living aif called Irlshi almost the In other paf reason extj choosing t^ cese. The Rev.", of the Catl^ spoken of a He Is one on the diocese.' spoken of I3 Shanley of ' Hartford. H^ National Cat? and for severg the ConnecticU, Tierney has al terest. The p» most acceptabt dian, element, O'Keefe of Wai In the town tiff county. Its p' cotton and wo^ QAPTAIN FRT'S PJRTr REV. WALPOLE " A man to all the country dear ' From a daguerreotype SmUey Greene, the popular undertaker, tried to cheer up Capt. Fry m his hour of trouble. If you are interested in underUkers and trouble, read the account in the Bird Center "Argosy. This little girlis a Bird Center girl, and she sym- pathized with Capt. Fry in his hour of trouble. But she did not know what the trouble was un- til she saw J. Oscar Fish- er's great story In the " Argosy." Mr. J. Milton Brown, the well known artist of Bird Center, and Miss Lucile Ramona Fry, the talented daughter of Capt. Roscoe Fry, may not be married after all. Misa Lucile Bamona be- lieves that she should stick to her gallant father in his hour of trouble. ■awmill in lit seven or i as much as load from the ias some good tmsters. Wm. to have drawn land to eleven will present epherd boy," jDg, Jan. 28. a leap year ing, Feb. 12. I the Luther be given by oce, in town 16. lusaally cold iluebirds and tne. He and in April, ac- ailer. 1i. 28, is the •»ed citizen — >re remember ■six years old. Oting on the ' Wednesday, oerally occur It the fact is .^surprised at bis place on Uutcbios of dth leave this stored in town. the lowest of- 6° below zero, or the whole 8 the coldest The above hermometers to Littleton ieral of Mrs. Mn • valued OK from an oim to bis ;ddents met breaking his e Chapman are now cir- ers, showing id a licensed n compound ion organized f New Jersey, Many Groton (le Chapman ''leasure indi- ^nsworth, a >st weeic at t. He bad CAPTAIN FRY'S PARTY A full quota of our local society circles assembled last Thursday eve at the pleasant home of Capt. Fry on Little Round Top hill, where a most delightful time, replete with good cheer and conviviality, would have been had but for the recent financial misfortunes that have befallen our beloved fellow citizen. When the merrymakers gathered they were surprised, not to say astounded, to find the Captain laboring under some great sorrow. He at once became the cynosure of all eyes and many were the anxious inquiries as to the cause of his dejection. At length he explained the cause, the details of which are — viz. : It seems that Mr. Cyrus Hombeck, Pres. of the Bird Center Bank, holds a mortgage on the Fry homestead and had threatened to foreclose unless some delinquent payments be immediately made. Mr. Hornbeck doubtless selected the present time for his demand because of the approaching happy nuptials of Miss Lucile Eamona Fry and Mr. J. Mil- ton Brown, reasoning that the Capt. would make extreme efforts to pay the claim rather than undergo the humiliation of being evicted on the eve of the wedding. Capt. Fry was just on the point of recalling the invitations for his party when Mr. Hornbeck sent a note saying that the payment of the claim had been guaranteed by a person whose identity he was required to keep secret. It is assumed that the mysterious benefactor knew Capt. Fry's pride would not permit him to accept an unsecured loan and hence had taken this means of relieving the Captain's embarrass- ment. Capt. Fry cannot imagine who has befriended him and he fears that pity instead of old friendship has actuated the kindness. He declares that he would rather work on the streets than be an object of pity. The editor of the Argosy interviewed Mr. Hombeck, who said : " Business is business, and a mortgage is no respecter of sentiment." It is well known that Mr. Hombeck, who has matrimonial desires, wishes to obtain possession of the Fry homestead, partly on account of its location and partly on account of its historic associa- tion. During the Black Hawk war a notable skirmish occurred there and in the late fifties Abraham Lincoln once spent a night in the old house. Society is agog and on the qui vive regarding the mysterious friend and further developments are awaited with interest. — o — ADDITIONAL SOCIETY NOTES Miss Applegate of Veedersburg, Ind., who has been visiting the Frys, left for home Friday morning. Mr. Riley Peters saw her off. Capt. Fry says that he is half glad his trouble came, because it showed him how many good friends he has. — o^ Mr. Winthrop K. Biddle of Philadelphia, Pa., who has been in our midst some weeks looking for investments, has decided to remain several weeks longer. — o^ " Doc " Niebling expressed his sympathy in his characteristic bluff way. He called Capt. Fry an old granny and told him to draw on him for any amount. — o — Mr. Smiley Greene, our popular undertaker, did grand work in cheering up Capt. Fry. Smiley regrets that the dull season prevents him extending more substantial assistance. — — Many were the encomiums about Miss Fry's beautifid water colors that adorn the walls of the front room of her pleasant home. — o — It is possible that Miss Fry's marriage to Mr. J. Milton Brown may not take place. She feels that all her efforts should be devoted toward rendering financial help to her father in his hour of trouble. If she can obtain lucrative employment doing art work she hopes to render much assistance, whereas if she weds she can render none. Mr. Brown has offered her a splendid position in his tin- type studio. Miss Elsie Burbank of Morristown, N. J., is soon to be the guest of her aunt, Mrs. Riley Withersby. A little bird tells us that Mr. W K B of P , Pa., is in our midst for a tenderer purpose than a business investment. Here 's our hand, W ! — J. Oscar Fisheb. of Mrs. Jr* day. Rev. C father, 1 this weel On acci day evenii Brook line' ent at the the installi consequen until the Mario' Nashua to act as suburban log detair Quite/ schuol U Mondaji the ball The Friday much eq Chuf of the i) cers fori bar, pr/ Miss E' treas.; Gilson, Stiles, , At th( last Tu« chosen • treasure' rbsigned. The lai to the woL annual me Mrs. Wm. . Daniels, sec treasurer aa The ladiei plans to ser' vestries Tue six to eight is hoped foi^ requested f with thei^ solicitatioi Bo News ii'' of the ladie. Tbarsday e. officers wer prei" ; Mrs, L. W. Rich*., er, treat. Ernest Bar trip to Nova i W. H. Gore linocket, Me., their house it family. L. W.Ricl ;•. J' HE MrsTERIOUS STRJNGER DB. NIBBLING From a daguerreotype The children of Bird Center are behaving un- usually well since the mysterious stranger came to town. All the Bird Center children are afraid the mysterious stranger may pop around a comer and get them. They are al- ways on the qui vive for his appearance. always felr. in by the tonns- |V. Robert N. kIox CoDgre- 3ok place on art one. At ';il called at '. J. Batt of .r, Rev C. C. A paper was Jg record of id fellowship his preseDi il questions ination that older minis- ,oi question f, ere concerned, lome doctrinal erect and met private coun- by Rev. W. (Ctory. b was given , of Hartford r, " The di- ■' power and ^life." "The VvenbvEeV. !on behalf of ', Rev. Geo. We mast be " Charge Loomis of people was, ven ministers, but the hu- Rev. Elibu x>rate here 'eli remem ind like his benediction nor. the'delight- during the welt chosen ion and G. Miss Carrie ^ety and pastor oplif ting services there is not the Von of either. ^elia Frost of tnerat of Mrs. \yt week. No thii servicr, \e here and \i 00 warm ^uly vener- 'committee THE MYSTERIOUS STRANGER Perhaps never before have our social circles been rocked to their foundations more than they have been during the past week. A mysterious stranger has appeared on the streets of our bustling city and many are the speculations as to his identity. The whole town is agog over the mystery and little else has been the subject of conversation since his advent in our midst. He is a veritable enigma. Ko one knows who he is or whence he comes from. He simply appeared like a bolt from a clear sky. Some think that he is an emissary of the czar, here on some secret mission. Others contend that he is a detec- tive and still others hint at some dark sinister mission. Sufficient to say however that thus far he has baffled all attempts to solve the mystery. The editor of the " Argosy " inter- viewed a number of prominent citizens regard- ing him. Airs. Riley Withersby — "I first saw him at Mr. Peters' lawn party last Wednesday. I was sitting talking to Rev. Walpole, Mr. Greene and Mrs. Greene, and J. Oscar Fisher of the Argosy. We were discussing the creation of a salon where our local artistic and literarj' lights might meet this winter. Suddenly this stranger appeared and leaned against the fence regarding us with intense interest. I have no theory as to his iden- tity." Capt. Fry — "I first saw him at Mr. Peters' lawn party. Mort Peters and I were discussing the mistake made by Lee at Gettys- burg. I was arguing that Gen. Gordon should have had a free rein, when all of a sudden, Mort called my attention to the strange looking man standing by the fence. He looked to me like a Confederate spy. " Chris C. Newbower — "I first saw him last Wednesday at Mort Peters' party. I was setting by a tree listening to Orville Peters and Wilbur Fry playing the mandolins, when I looked up and saw a queer looking man in black. He stopped for a few moments, and then with a kind of a sneer, walked on. That 's the last time I seen him." J. Milton Brown — "I first saw him at Peters' lawn function. Miss Fry and I were discussing art, when my attention was called to the stranger. He certainly was a queer looking specimen." Riley Peters — "1 first saw him at father's lawn fete last Wednesday. He looked like a nihilist to me." Mr. Winthrop K. Biddle, of Philadelphia. Pa. — "I did n't see the stranger. I was talk- ing to Miss Burbank, whose brother made a trip up the Nile with me, and we were so interested that I didn't know the man had been there until he was gone." Mr. Elmer Pratt — " I first saw the stranger at Mort Peters' lawn party. My, but he soared me at first. He must be a detective. I tried to call Kate Warden's attention to him but I don't think she saw him until it was too late." — o — ADDmONAL XOTES Quite a number of Bird Centerites enjoyed the dulcet strains of the mandolins at "Mine Host " Mort Peters' lawn fSte last Wednesday. — o^ The wedding of Miss Lucile Ramona Fry and Mr. J. Milton Brown, the well known artist, has been set for a date sometime this month. It may be remembered that Miss Fry decided last week that she shouldn't marry while her father needed her help in his finan- cial troubles, so her new decision comes as a happy surprise. The identity of the unknown friend who guaranteed the payment of Capt. Fry's mort- gage last week has not as yet been divulged. More anon. — J. Oscar Fisheb. wifA T. W. Han', left hand man a. had further pro hayfork one day he was pushine; and down he fie distance of ove^ is a brave, stuiC badly wrench^ everything in kept right on * Mies Helef New York Brunswick,^ Owing to i, Washington, given up. Tuesday, 3k Boston will ttt, ment of the Mr. Kendall, ' Harold Lit the M.i.T. ihii night's abteno If anyone w> brother C. F the parliament^ leading iten) ii news. Twenty-six bt of the town is gi\ we want. Whoi with the hot w^ June '03? A great deaV for Mr. and Af den death of ' day, at the! Both parentr when they let ently in his was supposed the care of hii and died be moned. He old. Mrs. C. A H., for a fei Miss Mart Stone, starteL in Salem, 111., only sixty mile the mildness of*^ matter to hear i^. To THE EDlTt your correspond* the express bus was done Mr, - has been tomtf business has be*, at presents Om » » ft ft • L t. t ' « ft * •.* .ft t I.*- 'J'HE MARRIAGE OF MISS FRY AND MR. BROWN CYRUS HORNBECK Of the bank. He looks like his picture From a daguerreotype Sing out the wedding bells! Mr. J. MUton Brown and Miss Lucile Eamona Try were mar- ried last Tuesday and are spending their honey- moon at Niagara Falls. They were wedded sooner than expected in order that they might take ad- vantage of the excursion rates to the Falls. Trunk and telescope of Mr. and Mrs. J. Milton Brown (n^ Miss Lucile Bamona Fry) as they ap- peared at station. It is suspected that Mr. Wil- bur Fry, the groom's best man, did the decorating. There was so much rice thrown after Mr. J. Milton Brown and Mrs. J. Milton Brown (n^e Lucile Ramona Fry) that a small boy was sent out to gather it up. No one knows who sent him, but it is suspected that Mr. Cyrus Hombeok of the bank ia the frugal party. Clock presented to Mr. and Mrs. J. Milton Brown (n^e Miss Lucile Eamona Fry) by Mr. El- mer Pratt. A pretty bit of sentiment is exhibited here, for Mr. Pratt placed the hour hand at 1, in- dicating that the happy recipients were now one. They were much touched by it, and Mr. Pratt de- serves many encomiums for his cleverness. Mr. and Mrs. J. Mil- ton Brown (nee Lucile Kamona Fry) en route to Niagara Falls. Mr. Eiley Peters got off a good joke on them. He put a number of new tin kitchen utensils in their car, with the names of the happy couple. All the passengers saw the joke, but up to the hour of leaving Mr. and Mrs. Brown had not noticed it. evening Boston. returned her home ner vaca- spendlng iida 6 visiting ter spent Waure- five been tid Miss fd to their ting their M. J. aed in the eld at the IL Stubbei't ached upon rue" at the '.he Advent, nt officiated .■d to Boston Ume her du- 's School of Miss Cran- in Worces- to be hold igregatlonal of prayer: I. Mathews pon '"Jona- f of Rellg. \g Rev. Ci. talk upon ssons, and ig meeting Iressed by rd.,Thurs- atibn," by fite pastor ^ PYlday ' meeting. jsident of » will ad- plted wltM jchurch bn 1th— Ho-w- yi, Arthur churches: Mrs. Milo hor. ' company .»t at the 61 reopened vlnter term, »rs: Prlncl- Miss Jessie eonard. Miss Hammond, MIss' Ruth s Miss Nel- .hool are the S3la I. Bai- Mtss 3essi<> THE MARRIAGE OF MR. J. MILTON BROWN TO MISS LUCILE RAMONA FRY At the pleasant home of Capt. Roscoe Fry iu this city last Tuesday eve occurred the liappy nuptials of Mr. J. Milton Brown, the well known artist, to Miss Lucile Bamona Fry, one of Bird Center's fairest daughters. The event was one of the most beautiful of tlxe summer, everything combining to make the nuptial scene one long to be remembered. The parlors in which the ceremony was per- formed were artistically decorated with aspara- gus fern, intermingled with sweet peas, etc. Promptly at 8 P. M. as the strains of Mendel- sohn's wedding march, played by the Messrs. Orville Peters and Wilbur Fry on the man- dolins, filled the house, tlie bi'idal party entered the rooms, prepared for the occasion. The bridegroom was attended by Mr. Riley Peters and Miss Flossye Niebling acted as bridesmaid. The groom and best man looked their finest in the conventional attire for such occasions. The bride was very charming in a bridal gown of white silk mulls, overdress shirred, trimmed with medallions and silk bows. She carried a bouquet of white bride roses in her hand. The bridesmaid carried pink roses and wore a dress of pink mulls trimmed with cheny lace and ribbon. They advanced to a position 'neath a canopy of fern, where they stood while Rev. Walpole, dre.ssed in conventional black, conducted the beautiful and impressive ceremony which united for life the destinies of two young people loved and respected by all who know them. Following the congratulations an elegant repast was served, after which Mr. and Mrs. Brown (nee Miss Lucile Ramona Fry) departed for their honeymoon trip. They were accompanied to the depot by a merry crowd, and as they boarded the train were showered with rice and old shoes, much to the delight of many onlookers. That their married life may be long and happy is the sincere wish of a host of friends. ADDITIONAL NOTES ANENT THE NUPTIALS Mr. Riley Peters was the first to kiss the bride. It was somewhat of a surprise that the wed- ding occurred so soon, but it was Mr. Brown's wish to take advantage of the excursion rates to Niagara Falls that the happy event was set earlier than anticipated. Mrs. Roscoe Fry was visibly moved by the ceremony, but Miss Flossye Niebling consoled her with the argument that it had to come sooner or later. Such is life. Mr. Homer Withersby looked spick and span in his new Tuxedo. They could hardly hold Mr. Smiley Greene, the popular undertaker, when tliey began to kiss the bride. Dr. Niebling, in congratulating the groom, paid many encomiums to the sterling worth of the bride, and was thanked with becoming modesty. — o — After the ceremony Mr. J. Milton Brown took a flash light of the decorations. Capt. Fry was describing Pickett's charge at the battle of Gettysburg, Pa., to Rev. Walpole, and the sudden explosion startled him so much that it was some time before he gained his composure. The mysterious stranger who has been dark- ening our streets for a week was observed hanging about the premises. Ye editor saw him, but said nothing, as he could not verify it. This far there is no clew to his identity. Many were the beautiful presents received by the happy couple. They were dbplayed in the parlor and attracted much favorable comment. — J. Oscar Fisher. TeoovtffWN thiee nioiil Roman C. was soon t\ basl.s thani by church > A report/ Rome twl/ one was c) was cony Bishop T| he returl been to 1 a divislo^ this couit months o? asked wW. authorized Of Iat,e among th^ fairs that the matt) When qt7 .lect he TIerney ' news of, be expeC til the d' Is said ti Ity. that divided., which la sons In the time nounced , About summon' consult!? they W the di\ well la tlon ha the dlv Januarj win be part of New H state an portant In the Hi, cese will New Lon6 possibly Ml In these French-Can, practically a they are qui of living aij called Irishi almost the In other pal reason extj choosing t^ cese. The Rev.; of the Catl^ spoken of a He la one ofi the diocese.' spoken of la Shanley of Hertford. Ht National CatI and for severs the Connectici, TIerney has ai terest. The p» most acceptabl dian , element ■ O'Kecfe of Wat & • • 'J^HE GALA DAT at the COUNTT FAIR MRS. ROSCOE FRY From a dagaerreotypo Last week was the County Fair at Bird Cen- ter, and all the best cir- clea were among those present. Mr. Smiley- Greene, the popular un- dertaker, entered into the spirit of the occasion with much zest. Smiley is a great favorite with the children, and even the old people can't help liking him. Read about the Fair in this week's "Argosy." Riley Peters got off a good joke on the chil- dren out at the Bird Center Fair last Thurs- day. He painted one of the prize pumpkins so that all the little boys and girls were quite star- tled. Riley is a great practical joker. Mr. Cyrus Homlieck entered his trotting mare Gypsy Queen for the Mrs. Riley Withersby sweepstakes, but was beaten by an unknown horse, entered under the name of Capt. Fry. There is considerable speculation as to who o\vns the strange entry. Mr. Hornbeck is much vexed about the matter, and vows to be revenged. Here is something that will interest all the la- dies. It is a prize quilt that was exhibited by Mrs. Wes Kidwell at the Bird Center County Fair. There are 6,245 pieces in the quilt and twelve years were consumed in making it. If you are interested in prize quilts see the account in the " Argosy," Riley Peters played a good joke on Elmer Pratt at the Bird Center County Fair last Thursday. El- mer had a new pair of shoes, and they hurt him so much that he went behind the floral hall to rest the shoes. Riley took Kate Warden around, and Elmer was hopping mad. He says Riley Peters has about as much idea of a joks as a shoat. .poll's has jast tioD with hoaor 1 midtbipmaD. second exam htjr- three out td for iaeffi he A. F. Co- ient of Man- e Tears. He C VV. Canney of self and th. right and jghtOD farm, lo^lty of a It slipped as npper scaffold indinz below, • %. Mr. Hanson ad in spite of a has sparned liniments and ^d friend* in i is now at weeks' visit. «'s family in citjr ma/ be tlo qiurtet of d entertain- ^■his season. ■todies at ^rljr A fort- ow neatly rthing in 9k at the yorough nt parts weather ^ng fault part of ixpressed B the sud- Wednes* ■eat road. THE GALA DAY AT THE COUNTY FAIR Last Thursday was the gala day at the County Fair. All the Bird Center smart set determined to make the occasion a social sue cess, and therefore attended en masse. And truly they succeeded, for it was widely adver- tised that our social leaders would he present, and this attracted large crowds eager to he among those present at a function graced by our society people. Over 3,000 admissions were recorded, and Old Sol smiled through the entire afternoon. In the evening the crowd was augmented by many people from the city, who sought surcease from toil in the dizzy diversions of the social vortex. ADDmONAL NOTES ON THE EXPOSITION Rev. Walpole and four of the rollicking little Walpoles were among those present. Mrs. Walpole was not present. Mr. J. Milton Brown, the well known artist of the Bird Center Tintype Studios, was pres- ent with his bride, Mrs. J. Milton Brown, n^e Lucile Ramona Fry, formerly daughter of Capt. Roscoe Fry. Mr. Smiley Greene, our popular undertaker, was a persistent patron of the merry go round. He invited ten children to join him in a can- ter and finished first, with a time allowance of eight seconds. Mrs. Riley Withersby and her niece. Miss Elsie Burbank of Morristown, N. J., occupied prominent seats in the amphitheater. They were accompanied by Mr. Winthrop K. Bid- die of Philadelphia, Pa. Capt. Roscoe Fry was the grand marshal. — — In the Mrs. Riley Withersby sweepstakes there were four entries. Cyrus Hombeck, our local banker, entered his mare, Gypsy Queen, and thought he had a sure thing, but an unknown horse, entered under the name of Capt. Roscoe Fry, captured the coveted trophy. There is considerable speculation alK)Ut the matter, for Capt. Fry says that the horse does not belong to him, and that he does not know the owner. It is as much of a mystery to him as the identity of the person who paid the mortgage which Mr. Hombeck threatened to foreclose. An early solution is hoped for. The mysterious stranger was observed lurk- ing behind the floral hall, and attracted much attention. It is now rumored that he is a foreign nobleipan seeking an American bride, and in consequence all our buds are on the qui rive about him. A baby show is on the tapis in Bird Center society, and may occur some time in Sep- tember. — J. OSCAK FiSHEE. day evenii Brooklioe' ent at the the instalU conaequev until the Maria Nashoa to act as suburban ing detair Quite / schuol U Moodajr the hal^ The Friday much ei| Chub of the ij cers fori bar, prf MissS' treas.; , Gilsoo, Stiles, , Atth^ last Tof chosen « treasurs rbslgned. TbelM to the woi annual m^ Mrs. Wm. . Daniels, see treasurer an The ladie, plans to ser vestries Tue six to eight is hoped fa requested i with thei( solicitatioi News li of the ladiei ^(^moii^ MRS. RILET WiTHERSBrS GRAND SOCIAL FUNCTION MRS. D. I. BLACK From a daguerreotype Mrs. Riley Withersby had real colored waiters down from Chicago at her party last Thursday evening. It was the most recherche function ever held in Bird Center, and you should see a pic- ture of it in this week's "Argosy." Mr. and Mrs. J. Mil- ton Brown (n^e Miss Liicile Ramona Fry) greatly enjoyed the oil painting of Mrs. Riley Withersby. It was painted last year by a celebrated New York artist, who makes a spe- cialty of society women, and is a splendid like- ness. Mrs. Withersby considers it the best pic- ture she has ever bad painted. Capt. Roscoe Fry greatly admired a paint- ing of the battle of Get- tysburg, Pa. The Capt. says he was shot so many times at that fight that he got used to it. Miss Kate Warden •was obliged to leave Mrs. Riley Withersby 's party early on account of a severe headache. Even Elmer Pratt could not induce her to remain. Rev. Walpole and four of the rollicking little Walpoles were present at Mrs. Withersby 's party last Thursday in Bird Center. They were much impressed by the grandeur of Mrs. W.'s residence. her home ner vaca- spending nda i^ visiting ter spent Waure- ftve been tid Miss "d to their ting their M. J. aed in the eld at the ^ Stubbei-t ached upon jue" at the \he Advent- ht officiated /d to Boston Ume her du- '8 School of Miss Cran- in Worces- to be hold gregational of prayer: I. Mathews pon "Jona- r of Rellg- 'ig Rev. a. talk upon esons, and g meeting Jressed by rd. Thurs- atlbn," by ' ate pastor ». Friday • meeting. ^sident of , will a.d- Qited wlta ichurch bn Jth— How- Vi, Arthur churches: ^rs. Milo hor. ' company >it at the 61 reopened vlnter term, ers: Prlncl- Mlss .Jessie eonard. Miss MRS. RILEY WITHERSBY'S GRAND SOCIAL FUNCTION Perhaps never before in the history of Bird Center has there been such a grand social func- tion as that given last Thursday eve at the palatial residence of Mrs. Riley Withersby. , All of the city's best circles were among those present and that a par excellent time was had was the universal opinion. An orchestra from Chicago rendered exquisite strains and a caterer from the same metropolis dispensed the elegant viands. The big drawing room was a scene of almost Eutopian splendor and many were the encomiums paid the charming hostess for her magnificent hospitality, which was truly on a most oriental scale of luxury. Just before refreshments were served Mrs. Withersby explained that the purpo.se of the gathering was to form a local culture club, similar to the famous salons of Paris, where culture could meet in wholesome communion and the feast of reason mingle with the flow of soul. The suggestion met with unanimous approval, so that throughout the coming win- ter all the wit and genius of our progressive city will doubtless scintillate with dazzling effulgence. ADDITIONAL NOTES Mr. Chris C. Newbower was also present. Chris thought Mrs. W. was going to start a saloon and was one of the early arrivals. He spent the evening looking at the views. — o — Real colored waiters from Chicago served the collation. Mine Host "Mort" Peters of the Bird Center House was not present. — — It is rumored that Mrs. Withersby will soon give another function. Mr. Peters will serve and Messrs. Orville Peters and Wilbur Fry will furnish the music. — — The mysterious stranger, who has been re- cently mystifying Bird Center, came up on the porch and solemnly surveyed the gay as- semblage through a window and then dis- appeared. Eev. Walpole and four of the rollicking little Walpoles were prominently seen among those present. Mrs. Walpole was not present. Mrs. Lucile Ramoua Fry- Brown, nee Miss Lucile Ramona Fry, wife of our well known artist, Mr. J. Milton Brown of the Bird Cen- ter Tintype Studios, rendered " Robin Adair " on the piano. She received many encomiums. Ye editor's dog ' ' Spot "was frightened out of two years' growth by the polar bear rug that adorns Mrs. Withersby 's drawing room. Mr. Winthrop K. Biddle of Philadelphia, Pa., was attentive to Miss Elsie Burbank of Morristown, N. J., who is visiting her aunt, Mrs. Withersby. — J. Oscar Fishee. this weel On acct day eveni Brookline ent at the the installi consequea until the Mario'' Nashua to act as suburban ing detail Quite / schuol tf Monday the ball The Friday much eQ Chub of the it cers fort bar, pr/ Miss E treas.; , GilsoD, Stiles, , At th< last Tttf chosen « treasure rbsigned. The lai to the woti annual me Mrs. Wm. . Daniels, 6ec treasurer aq The ladiei plans to ser vestries Tue six to eight is hoped foik requested t with thei( Bolicitatioi B» News li of the ladie. Thursday e. officers wer J'HE LABOR DAT FIELD SPORTS MRS. MORT PETERS From a daguerreotype At the great field day sports last Saturday in Bird Center Mr. Smiley Greene, the popular undertaker, won the prize for " hop, step, and jump." The prize was a fine buggy whip, worth 91. Mr. Greene's children were much frightened ■when they saw their papa hopping ahout. They could not understand such strange maneuvers. They thought he had gone crazy. Mr. Elmer Pratt won the running high jump and received a fine box of fragrant Havanas. His jump has never been equaled in Bird Center but once before. Ye editor, J. Oscar Fisher of the Bird Center "Argosy," gallantly rescued the Rev. Walpole's silk hat at the Labor day field sports at Bird Center last Saturday. It was just at the finish of the seventy-five yard dash for ladies, and Miss Flossye Niebling was bearing down under full sail when one of the rollicking little Wal- poles ambled out in the danger zone. Mr. Fisher received many encomiums for his presence of mind. Right in the midst of the Labor day field sporti last Saturday the mysterious stranger who has been lurking around Bird Center rode up and solemnly gazed at the festivities for a few mo- ments. He then galloped away and was not seen again. As yet there is no solution of the mystery, although it has been discovered that the horse answers to the name of " Frank." A slip of paper was found two miles south of town last Wednesday bearing the name " Hamilton Bullwiiikle," but whether it is the mysterious stranger's name we are not prepared to state. imttert. Wm. Q have drawn land to eleven will pretent epberd boy," tog, Jan. 28. a leap year •in|;,l we want. Wboi with the hot W9 June '03? A great deaV for Mr. and &f den death of .' day, at the! Both parents when they lei ently in his was supposed the care of hii and died be mooed. Ua old. Mrs. C. 4 U.-, for a fev Miss Mar Stone, startei in Salem, 111.,, only si.xty mila the mildness of^ matter to bear 1^. To THE EDIT* « « J^ A MING THE NINTH ROL- LICKING LITTLE WJLPOLE MRS. DR. NIBBLING From a dagaeireotype Capt. Fry suggested several appropriate names for tne ninth rol- licking Walpole. If you are interested in babies and baby naming you should read all about it in thia week's " Argosy." Acting upon the sug- gestion that the friends and neighbors of the Rev. Walpole meet to suggest a name for the ninth rol- licking little Walpole, Mr, Smiley Greene, the popular undertaker, in- vited the Bird Center so- cial world to gather at his home to select a name. Mr. Greene acted as chairman. Mrs. Lucile Ramona Fry-Brown, wife of J. Milton Brown, rendered a difficult selection on Mr. Smiley Greene's cot- tage organ. Mr. Brown turned the music and won many encomiums for his easiness of maa- Ye editor, J. Oscar Fisher of the Bird Center " Argosy," was ap- pointed recording secre- tary and jotted down the various names suggested for the ninth rollicking little Walpole. Some of the names suggested were quite entertaining. Mr. Chris C. Newbower was also present at Mr. Smiley Greene's baby naming party, but took no active part. Chris says he is a bachelor and has had no experience in naming children. Mr. N. greatly admired a fine crayon pictuia of Mr. Greene. Klegant refreshments were served at the baby naming party given by Mr. Smiley Greene. No expense was spared. Olives and almonds re- mained on the table through the entire sup- per. 4" .polig bag jost (ion with honor i midsbipmaa. second exam hty- three out ■A for ineffi he A. F. Co- fenC of Man- e years. He C W. Canney of self and th right and igbioD farm, loyalty of a It slipped as upper scaffold idinz below, a Mr. Hanso'n d in spite of a has spurned iniments and )d friends in d if DOW at weeks' visit, u's family in city may be 'lo qusrtet of li entertain- this season. studies at larly- a fort- ^ow neatly ythiog in ok at the 'yorough rit parts weather ling fault part of oressed tie sud- edoes- ^t road. time, and MM appar- nnvulsions tie was in SUGGESTING A NAME FOR THE NINTH ROLLICKING LITTLE WALPOLE On last Thursday eve there gathered at the hospitable residence of Mr. Smiley Greene, the popular undertaker, a gay galaxy of our best social leaders. The purpose of the conclave was to suggest and, if convenient, select a suitable and appropriate cognomen for the nintb little Walpole that arrived a couple of weeks ago. Mr. Greene and his charming wife welcomed the guests one by one, and after the customary preliminaries, such as extend- ing greetings, etc., all were led into the parlor, where chairs sufficient for all were arranged in rows. Mr. Greene, by common consent, acted as chairman, and ye editor, J. Oscar Fisher, was selected as recording secretary. " Ladies and gentlemen," said Mr. G., "you are all aware, of course, of the purpose of this meet- ing. Rev. Walpole has been good enough to express a desire that his good friends of Bird Center select a name for his youngest child, and I hope you have all come with some splen- did suggestions." Mr. Elmer Pratt at once arose and said he thought " Birdie " would be appropriate, as it would always be a graceful tribute to the name of our beautiful little city. "The suggestion is an excellent one," said Mr. Greene, " but this is a boy, not a girl, and I'm afraid we cannot consider it." Everybody had a good laugh on Elmer and he was much mortified at his mistake. Mrs. Lucile Ramona Fry-Brown, nde Miss Lucile Ramona Fry, then arose and submitted the following suggestions : Irving Longfellow Wal- pole, Tennyson Keats Walpole, and Emerson Walpole. Mrs. Riley Withersby warmly com- plimented the last suggestion, but said she thought the first two were unwieldy and not euphonious. Capt. Fry suggested Meade Wal- pole, McClellan Walpole, and Sheridan Wal- pole. Dr. Niebliug suggested Lorenz Walpole, in honor of a distinguished surgeon. Ye editor suggested Greeley Walpole, Dana Walpole, and Gordon B. Walpole. Among other names sug- gested were Matthew, John, David, Luke, Sylvester, Claude, Clarence, William, Ezra, Amos, Livingston, Stuyvesant, Montgomery, Marmaduke, Winston, and many others. A number of ballots were taken and the number finally narrowed down to Emerson, Sheridan, Wesley, Winston, Stuyvesant, and Roosevelt. A deadlock then occuiTed and at a late hour no decision could be arrived at. It was then suggested that ye editor invite suggestions from the readers of the " Argosy," and he now asks his readers to submit suggestions. Ele- gant refreshments were served and a most enjoj'able time was participated in. ADDITIONAL NOTES Miss Matlock of Fond du Lac, Wis., arrives next week on a visit to Miss Flossye Niebliug. — — Mr. Riley Peters has ordered a fine new suit of clothes. — — Intense excitement exists in Bird Center as a result of the invitation extended for sugges- tions to the baby naming competition. — J. Oscar Fisher. I A repor Rome twi one was cj v.as cons' Bishop 7 he retuH been lo 1 a divisioi this couii months a? asked wh», autiforizea Of Iat,e among: the fairs that the matt When qw lect he j Tierney ' news of be expec til the d* Is said I ity. that divided, which i4 sons In the time nounced . About , summon' consult* they vf the dn well la tlon ha, the dlvi Januarj « will be part of New H state an portant in the Hi cese win New Lend possibly MJ In these French-Can, practically a they are qui of living an called Irlshi almost the In other pa reason exti choosing tl cese. The Rev. of the Oath spoken of si, He Is one ot the diocese.' spoken of Is Shanley of Hartford. Ht National Cat! and for severs the Connecticu Tierney has al 'J' HE RETURN of the TRAVELLERS J. OSCAR FISHER Editor of the Bird Center "Argosy" From a tintype by Mr. J. Milton Brown Large Crowd Gathers. Bird Center, Oct. 3. — [Special.] — A large crowd gatliered at tlie depot to witness the arri- val home of the Bird Centerites who have been absent from our midst for a few days attending the centennial celebration in Chicago. A right royal welcome was extended the travelers. J. Oscar Fisher, Special Correspondent. What Mrs. Riley Withersby Said. Bird Center, Oct. 3. — [Special.] — The first question asked by Mrs. Riley Withersby on her arrival from a few days in Chicago was : " Have you selected a name for the ninth rollicking little Walpole ? " When informed that the name Tim- othy Withersby Walpole had been selected she was much touched, and at once announced that a nice present would be sent to the bouncing boy. J. OSOAB FiSHEB, Special Correspondent. The Wanderers Have Returned. Bird Center, Oct. 3. — [Special.] — Mrs. Riley Withersby, Mr. J. Milton Brown, Mr. Smiley Greene, the popular undertaker, and Mr. Riley Peters have returned from a visit to the centen- nial jubilee in Chicago. All are well and report having a grand time. J. OscAK Fisher, Special Correspondent. epherd boy," 40g, Jan. 28. a leap year JDg.Feb. 12, I the Luther be given by oce, in town 16. lusually cold iluebirda atid me. He abd in April, ac- ailer. H. 28, is the ■»ed citizen — Kre remember Bjx yean old. otiog on the Wedneeday, oerally occur It the fact ie . Burprited at bis place on Uutcbins of . Mrs. C. A Miss iSai Sunday wi There common t than a wet of them ov( members oi here and tbi funerals. Mr. Bo terday in cal comp-, been doit ness in A pects to s, turning to Tomon Unitarian will speak most impot that at Cat) ma. Miss houn scho practically saving of service b cordially . service ot News Leomittste ard Stone Howard r vember, .' tacked •! by Stone not recc him froL-y TheW day with i Frank B the grip. J ,J J » . a * * *»* » fHE HARVEST HOME PARTT ' ^™^ =^ fe. J.MiaoN BROWH - TlMItPES O 0"*D tcNTcft,. i-i^ MRS. J. MILTON BROWN Nie Miss Lucile Ramona Fry, formerly daughter of Capt. Fry From a tintype by Ur. J. Milton Brown Mr. Riley Peters was a regular cutup at the Harvest Home Party held last week in Bird Center. He played so many jokes tnat folka considered him perfectly killing. Mr. Elraer Pratt had a splendid makeup at the Harvest Home Party held last week in Bird Center. He won many encomiums. Attorney D. I. Black was among those present also. He voted the cider par excellent. Mr. and Mrs. J. Mil- ton Brown were also present at the Harvest Home Party Held in Bird Center last week. They did the decorations in the bam. Mr. Smiley Greene, the popular undertaker, was the life of the party at the Harvest Home Party held in Bird Cen- ter last week. A Harve.. Arthur churches: Mrs. Milo lior. ' company ««■ ■ 'Ruth THE HARVEST HOME PARTY IN MRS. RILEY WITHERSBY'S BARN Right royally did Mrs. Riley Withersby ehtertain the social elect of Bird Center last Thursday eve. It was the occasion of a Har vest Home festival held in the large and com niodious barn belonging to the charming hostess, and everybody attended costumed de rigeur in country style. The barn was appro- priately decorated in seasonable fashion, large yeUow pumpkins blending in harmonious sympathy with shocks of com and sprigs of ruddy sumach. Japanese lanterns and strings of golden ears of corn were festooned grace- fully hither and thither, while interspersed here and there were great bunches of parti- colored autumn leaves, the whole making a scene long to be remembered. A barrel of sweet cider helped to enliven the festivities and attracted much favorable comment. Mr. J. Milton Brown, the well known artist, and his talented wife, Mrs. Lucile Ramona Fry- Brown, did the decorating and were warmly complimented upon the results of their taste- ful genius. Messre. Orville Peters and Wilbur Fry discoursed sweet strains" on fiddle and banjo, and it was not until the wee small hours that the rollicking merrymakers ad- journed to the arms of Morpheus. ADDrnONAL NOTES Rev. Walpole was among those present and courteously joined in the Virginia reel, win- ning many friends for the liberality of his broadmindedness. Congressman Ephraim Pumphrey, who is ip Bird Centar on legal business, also attended, and he announced that he expected to have Congressman Landis of Indiana as his guest, but Mr. Landis telegraphed at the last moment saying he could not be among those present. Many and varied were the old fashioned tunes played by the talented orchestra. " We 're just as good as town folks be. And a good deal better if the truth were known," was a popular refrain. When the Virginia reel was danced the guests all united in singing — " With a hand in the hopper and another in the sack, Ladies step forward and gents fall back." Another jolly old timer that came in for attention was — " Possum up a gum stump, coon him in the hoUer, Johnny in the grapevine, fat as he can waller." Mr. Riley Peters entertained the crowd with many a quip and joke and was voted by Miss Pickett of Danville to have been the life of the party. May there be many Harvest Home parties is the wish of all Bird Center society. -J. OSCAB FiSHIR. ^^.ctuiinaci 10.15 in the H Concord was Hilier of We read by the r earlier life.ct previous to t' attitude towt of the day. followed by ters, through simple, so fa but all of ih meaning, Mil tbem all. ' cil held later; J. Uatt to be< Id the aftei by Prof. C. f theological vine mes8{ quality o(' right hao Wm. O. council. W. Tupf m<;ntaliy to the peOk Boston. I " Remembt represent d man elemeo Loom is, wk thirty -ihre^ bered by alt brother is « was proDoat Something ful hospiialiv noon hour, al choir. Aliss A. Cook werr Phelps, orgao Inspiration must have cf of the day.i •lightest clO) News it!. Rutland offiw Jersey, Many Groton le Chapman Measure indi- The Bird Center Business Men Play a Busi- ness Men's Team from Americus, 111. A little nonsense now and then is relished by the wisest men." Truly was this proverb exemplified last Saturday afternoon when a goodly crowd assembled on the qui vive to see prominent business men of Bird Center meet and vanquish a business men's team from the neighboring town of Americus. Un- dertaker, editor, hotel keeper, etc., united for the nonce and threw aside their conventional dignity in a rollicking game of football. It may aptly be said that it was a great game, replete with brilliant plays and provocative of great enthusiasm, and that all who witnessed the contest went away well rewarded for their trouble in attending. Capt. Fry acted as umpire and referee, and what he said was final. The score was 76 to 42 in favor of the home team and there were no serious accidents. Mr. J. Milton Brown, the well known artist, was temporarily hors de combat, but soon was convalescent and continued through the game. The line-up : BniD CESTKR BUSINBSS MES WEIGHT " Mine Host " Mort Peters . . 210 J. Milton Brown 12C Chris C. Newbower .... 174 Orrille Peters 131 Wilbur Fry 152 Smiley Greene HO J. Oscar Fisher 142 Winthrop K. Biddle, of Phila., Penn. 158 Biley Peters 147 Homer Withersby 163 Elmer Pratt 131 Centre . . . Bight guard . Left guard . . Right tackle . Left tackle . . Bight end . . Left end . . Right hall back Left halfback Full back . . Quarterback . AUKRICUS BUSINESS MEN WEIOHT Centre . . . Newt Pumphrey 174 Bight guard . Jake Noblock 228 Left guard . . WiU Nesbit 163 Bight tackle . R- H. SmaU 127 Left tackle . . Johnson 214 Right end . . Frank Potter 117 Left end . . Charley Hitchcock 198 Right half back Alf Clevison 182 Left half back John Michaels 213 Full back . . Hector Jonea 174 Quarterback . William Small 218 ADDrriONAL NOTES Rev. "Walpole and several of the rollicking little Walpoles were interested spectators. Mrs. Riley Withersby and Miss Kate Warden viewed the contest from a vehicle. A little bird tells us that we may soon have a pleasant piece of news to announce in regard to Miss Kate. Elmer Pratt, while making a long dash down the field, stopped to tie his shoe and lost the ball. Elmer said " Kings ex," but not soon enough to prevent the right guard of the opposing team from falling on him. The mysterious stranger, whose movements in and about Bird Center have caused much speculation, rode up and watched the game for a few moments and then galloped swiftly away. Capt. Fry is certain that he has seen the man before, but he cannot quite place him. He is not certain whether it was at the Battle of Gettysburg, Pa., or some place else- where. " I never forget a face," says Capt. Fry, " but I find it hard to remember names and dates." Let us hope for an early solution of the mystery. Cyrus Hombeck of the Bird Center Bank watched the game for a few moments and then left in disgust. " There 's no fool like an old fool," said he as he watched Mort Peters par- ticipating in the game. Mr. Hornbeck has raised the rent on the Tin Type Studio of Mr. J. Milton Brown. — J, OSCAK FiSHEE. the exammati 10.15 in the ti Concord was Hiller of We read by the n earlier life,c| previous to t' attitude towi of the day. followed by terSk through simple, so fa but all of th meaning, Mtf them all. "" cil held later; J. Batt to be e lo the after by Prof. C. 9 theological ^ vine messif quality o^ right hao Wm. O. council. W. Tupf mentally to the peo. Boston. I ** Kemembt represent n man elemen Loom is, wk thirty -ihre^ bered by all brother is 4 was pronoQt Something ful hospiiali\ noon hour, al choir. Miss A. Cook wer( Phelps, organ Inspiration must have c( of the day.i slightest cl<^ Nbws it. Rutland offit Dolly PatteHi one could b ^ , q'HE HAT WAGON FUNCTION MB. SMILEY GREENE The popular undertaker, and wife From a picture by Mr. J. Milton Brown Bird Center was agog last week in the brilliant whirl of social functions held in honor of Miss Ce- celia Pumphrey, daugh- ter of Congressman Pum- phrey. Miss Pumphrey is a guest at the resi- dence of Mrs. Riley Withersby. Among the many functions was a grand hay wagon party in honor of Miss Pum- phrey. Mr. Smiley Greene, the popular undertaker, at- tended the hay wagon party given last week in honor of Miss Pumphrey. Spoiley drove his spank- ing team and was accom- panied by Mrs. Greene and two of the lesser Greenes. Mr. J. Milton Brown, the well known artist of Bird Center, secured gome excellent photos of the grand hay wagon party held in honor of Miss Pumphrey, daugh- ter of Conp'essman Pmn- phrey. tt Have drawn sand to eleven trill present epherd boy," jDg, Jan. 28. a leap year ling, Feb. 12. } the Luther be given by oce, in town \6. lusually cold tluebirds atid jne. He and in April, ac- filler. U. 28, is the Jed citizen — ure remember six years old. Oting on the Wednesday, Derally occur It the fact is surprised at bis place on Uutchins of jth leave this stored in town. the lowest of- 5° below zero. or the whole 8 the coldest The above bermometers to Littleton leral of Mrs. een a valaed Qg from an nim to bis I'ddents met breaking bis e Chapman are now cir- ers, showing id a licensed n compound ion organized The Hay Wagon Function in Honor of Miss Pumphrey, Daughter of Congressman Pumphrey All Bird Center united last week to do homage to Miss Cecelia Pumphrey, the beau- tiful and charming daughter of our congress- man. Each member of local society vied to outdo the others in the lavishness of his enter- tainment, so that the week was an unbroken round of social gayety that played hob with the business and commercial interests of the town. Several stores were closed in order that the enjoyment of the various functions might not be interfered with. Seven elaborate din- ners, six luncheons, and several breakfasts were given, and in addition there were driving parties and other functions galore. So that it is little wonder that Miss Pumphrey enjoyed herself to the fullest extent and left Bird Center with a heart full of gratitude and a mind thronged with pleasant memories. Per- haps the most gala of all the functions was the elegant hay wagon party given last Thurs- day, which was attended by a full quota of our society leaders. It was originally planned that the merrymakers go to Hombeck's Grove, where a large bonfire was to be held, but Mr. Hornbeck asked too large a rental of the premises, so the party drove out to the farm- house of Fremont Clevinger, where fried chicken, etc., v>u se.vui. Mine Host Mort Peters and Mr. Wes Kidwell tooled the two hay wagons, respectively, and won many enco- miums for their excellent skill. Miss — Pickett of Danville, 111., and Mr. Riley Peters were present on a tandem, for it is Mr. Peters' intention to make cycling a social fad again, as it was several years ago. Mrs. Riley Withersby drove out, accompanied by Miss Pumphrey, in a beautiful picture hat which enhanced rather than otherwise, her pleasing appearance. Mr. Winthrop K. Biddle of Phila., Pa., and Miss Kate Warden also were guests of Mrs. Withersby. It was a source of general regret that the chicken dinner had to be hastily discussed in order that the party be back in town in time for the dinner given that evening by Mrs. Smiley Greene. All in all, a most delightful function was the hay wagon party. — — ADDITIONAL NOTES The mysterious stranger was present as an onlooker. Captain Fry is sure that he has seen the man somewhere before, but try as he may he cannot remember the circumstances. Rev. Walpole was present and occupied a seat of vantage on Mort Peters' wagon. Rev. W. believes that it is not necessary for a preacher to be sanctimonious in order to be good. It is rumored that Mr. Riley Peters is en- gaged to Miss Pickett of Danville. Up to the hour of going to press the rumor could not be verified. Mildred, cord June Mrs. C. A Miss Sat Sunday wi There common ti than a wee of them ovei I members of here and the funerals. Mr. Bo terday in cal comp been doit ness in A pects to s, turning to Tomontv Unitarian will speak most importf that at Calb ma. Miss ' boun scho^ practically saving of service b cordially . service ot News Leominste ard Stone Howard a vember, t tacked an by Stone not recc him frotv TbeW day with & Frank H the grip. The bal is expecte depot. Don't > town ha? . Mr. » ^ NIGHT IN B HEM I A MISS FLOSSYE NIBBLING Daughter of Dr. Niebling From a tintype by Mr. J. Milton Brown " There ninst be no formality here," said Mr. Smiley Greene at the Bohemian function held in Mr. J . Milton Brown's tintype studios. " Take off your coats if you want to, for this is a night for nntrammeled revelry." Last Thursday night was a night in Bohemia for Bird Center society. Mr. J. Milton Brown, the well known artist, gave a Dutch supper in his studio, and every one conspired to give the oc- casion the true artistic atmosphere. Mr. Elmer Pratt was dressed to rep- resent a student of the Latin qviarter in Paris, France. Mr. J. Milton Brown the well known artist was attired as Svengali at the studio party. It required a keen imagi- nation to think that one was not in the Latin quarter of Paris instead of Bird Center. Mrs. J. Milton Brown, n^e Miss Lucile Ramona Fry, was attired as Trilby at the Bohemian affair given in her liege lord's studio last Thurs- day evening. She added much to the artistic at- mosphere. Miss Flossye Niebling presided at the chafing dish and made a Welsh rarebit that would have been most toothsome had the alcohol not given out. Rev. Walpole was prominently seen at the Bohemian festivities held last Thursday in Mr. J. Milton Brown's tintype studios. He had diffi- culty in keeping the rol- licking Walpolea out of the darkroom. ner vaca- spendlng Ads ^ visiting ter spent Waure- five been tid Miss 'd to their ling their M. J. led in ' the eld at the 'i. Stubbei-t ached ' upon hie" at the \he Advent- bt officiated id to Boston kime her du- 's School of Miss Cran- in Worces- , to be held \Bregational of prayer: I. Mathews pon '"Jona- r of Relig- "Jg Rev. G. talk upon ssons, and g meeting Jressed by rd.Thurs- atlbn," by ate pastor ^ Friday >' meeting. (jsident of * will ad- nited wltri ' jchurch bn 1th— How- ji, Arthur churches: ^rs. Milo hor. ' company dt at the 61 reopened vinter. term, 6rs: Princl- Miss .Jessie «onard, Miss A NIGHT IN BOHEMIA Like some brilliant function in the Latin Quarter of Paris, France, was the post-nuptial Dutch supper given in the Tin Type Studio of Mr. J. Milton Brown under the auspices of himself and talented wife last Thursday even- ing. To many of those present it was the first glimpse of the real, rollicking, Bohemian life led by artists, and as such it was a more than memorable event. Truly, it was a night of revelry, and all our local society people threw aside the conventionalities of modem society and gave themselves up to the fascinations of untrammeled gayety. Mrs. J. Milton Brown, who will be remembered as having formerly been the daughter of Captain Roscoe Fry, arranged the details of the affair, and it is needless to say that success crowned her efforts with a prodigal hand. Many of the guests were attired in true artistic style with velvet coats and flowing ties, and, as if to accentuate the artistic atmosphere, Mr. Brown was dressed as Svengali and Mrs. Brown as Trilby, two well known characters of the Latin Quarter. At an early hour Mr. Smiley Greene announced that every one should be as Bohemian as possible. Smiley took off his coa*, rolled up his sleeves, and passed the cob pipes, so that soon the artistic atmosphere was prevalent. Mr. Chris C. Newbower said he didn't know how to be Bohemian, but would keep his hat on if that would help any. Several of the ladies presided at the chafing dish and the frankfurters were most tooth- some. Tea was served and other tempting delicacies regaled the inner man. One of the rollicking Walpoles created some consterna- tion by inquiring of Bev. Walpole if they were going to have ice cream, a question that embarrassed the hostess exceedingly. Another of the Walpole children, not realiziog the social nature of the affair, inquired frequently whether Mr. Brown was going to take a photo- graph. Notwithstanding these circumstances the post-nuptial affair was a grand success. May there be many more of them. ADDiriONAI NOTES Congressman Pumphrey and his son Newt were present. The congressman made a short speech, in which he said the country was prosperous and that he would get a new post- office for Bird Center. He went to Washing- ton Saturday, and before leaving said that he would not vote for the naval increase unless he gets the appropriation for the Bird Center P. O. Congressman Pumphrey, who is our most eligible widower, entertained Mrs. Withersby with a glowing account of the attractiveness of Washington to those in official life. She was much interested. — — Miss Meadows of Madison, Wis., is visiting Miss Myrtle Peters. Mr, Riley Peters is doing the honors. Capt. Fry has not yet been able to remem- ber where he has seen the mysterious stranger. — J. Oscar FishekT day evenii Brookline ent at the the inittaUi coosequeor until the Maria Nashua to act as suburban log detair Quite r school tr Mondaji tbu bal^ The Friday much ei) Chuh of the 1p| cars fori bar, pr/ Mies F' treas.; . GilsoD, Stiles, , Atth^ last Tuf chosen » treasure rbsigned. The lai to the woL annual me Mrs. Wm. , Daniels, tec treasurer an, The ladiei plans to ser' vestries Tue six to eight is hoped foit r^queeted f with thei^ eolicitatioi BO News li of the ladie. Thursday e officers wer /^tOjfm^oH ^3^ 'J^HE MTSTERIOUS STRJNGER SPEAKS ^ii. J.MinoN BROWN • T'W T^PE^ ^"J MISS MAE NIBBLING Daughter of Dr. Ntebling Prom a tiutjrpe by Mr> J. MUtou Brown THRILLING SENSATION. Bird Center Agog Over Mysterious Stranger. INTENSE EXCITEMENT! STARTLING DENOUEMENT. All About Bird Center Sensation. THE MYSTERIOUS STKANGER. INTENSE EXCITEMENT! Captain Fry's Revelation. THRILLING STORY I CAPTAIN FRY REMEMBERS. Bird Center in Throes of Excitement. Little Knots of People Discussing Latest Developments. ^ ^^ 'mi^ ^^^ ET '""^^mamm by the towns- V. Robert N. kIox CoDgre- j>ok place od art one. At ';il called at '. J. Batt of ir, Uev C.C. A paper was ag record of id fellowship bis preseDi 'I questions .nation that older minis- ,oi qtiestioDF, ere concerned, 'JProt H. G. tetant:. Miss THE SWAP PARTY AT THE SMILEY GREENES' Right royally did Mr. and Mrs. Smiley Greene, the popular undertaker and his wife, respectively, entertain the elite of Bird Center last Thursday evening at their hospitable home. It was a swap party. Were you ever at a swap party ? You can swap away any- thing you don't care to keep. Everybody brings the things they wish to trade, all care- fully wrapped up, so that you don't know what you 're trading for. It 's tiude sight un- seen, and everybody keeps swapping until he gets something better than he started with. Ye editor ended the evening with a broken vase, a pair of ex-suspenders, and a broken pipe. The last swap of the evening was when Mr. Riley Peters swapped with Rev. Walpole. AU the company gathered around as the good parson undid his package. " Ah, Riley, I 'm afraid you are going to play a joke on me," said Rev. Walpole, as he noticed the amused interest of the throng around him. Several of the rollicking Walpoles clamored to know if the package contained candy. At length, after having untied several inner packages, and dreading the laugh that he felt was to be at his expense, Rev. Walpole came to a little box. It contajned a beautiful gold watch, with the following inscription: "To Rev. Wesley Walpole, from his loyal friends of Bird Center. A man is he to all the country dear." Rev. Walpole attempted to express his thanks, but broke down, and silently grasped the hands of his devoted friends. After this the assembled company adjourned to refresh the inner man with the tempting viands that fairly made the table groan. Mrs. Greene was much mortified to find that Messrs. Omlle Peters and Wilbur Fry, who were out on the hall stairway rendering the mandolin music, had not been notified that supper was being served until it was nearly over. ' ' I may be wedded to my music," said Wilbur, resentfully, " but I occasionally like to frivol with a piece of cake." All had a good laugh at their expense. The party closed at the witching hour of midnight, and the guests soon sought the arms of Morpheus. To say they had a good time is putting it mildly. ADDITIOlfAI NOTES Miss Kate Warden is in Chicago shopping. Bird Center society is exchanging many a knowing wink. Mr. Winthrop K. Biddle has returned to his home in Philadelphia, Pa., to spend Thanksgiving. He will return immediately afterwards to look after his interests here. — o— Mr. Chris C. Newbower was also present at the swap party. Chris said that he had nothing to swap unless some one wanted to swap a few fish stories. Miss Meadows has returned to her home in Madison, Wis. Before leaving she said there was no truth in the report of her engage- ment to Mr. Riley Peters. — o^ Miss Maltby of Decatur, 111., is soon to be a guest at the Nieblings. — o — Mr. and Mrs. Mort Peters expect to intro- duce their daughter. Miss Myrtle, to society this winter. A number of debutante luncheons will be held. — J. Oscar Fishek. back of the thirty-two i Mildred, cord June Mrs. C. A Miss Saf Sunday wi There commoo ti than a wee of them ovei members of here and the funeral*. Mr. Bq terday in cal comp'. been doit pess in A pects to s, turoiag to Tomorri UnitariaD will speak most import) that at Calb ma. Miss ' houn 8cho< practically saving of service b cordially . service ot Nkws Leominste ard Stone Howard < vember, t tacked ao by Stone not recc him frotv The W day with & Frank B the grip. Thebal is expects depot. Don't ) town haj Mr. » girl boi Mr. a Hersey staliatio tional cl Harry fHE THANKS- GIVING SUPPER J.MllMM mv» • 1IMWES o MESSRS. WILBUR FRY AND ORVILLE PETERS Who always bring the music From a tlntyp« by Mr. J. Milton Brown One of the Rev. Walpole's children was found to be weeping after it had eaten its fill at the Thanksgiving Supper. The rollicking youngster was deploring the fact that he had eaten so much turkey that he had no room left for the ice cream. " Such is life," observed the Bev, Wal- pole, sententiously. One of the turkeys that played a star part at the Bird Center Thanksgiving supper weighed twenty-eight pounds, and was brought up on Fremont Clevinger's farm. Fremont and his wife were fond of "Sultan," such being the name of the majestic fowl, and were loath to part with him. fo«d from the i»s some (;ood imsterg. Wm. ti have drawn sand to eleven will present epherd boy," jDg, Jan. 28. a leap year ling, Feb. 12. ) the Luther be given by oce, in town 16. luBually cold iluebirds and me. He and in April, ac- aUer. 'a. 28, is the ■»ed citizen — ire remember six years old. Oting on the Wednesday) oerully occur It the fact is surprised at bis place on Uutchins of .e Chapman THANKSGIVING SUPPER IN HONOR OF MISS MYRTLE PETERS "Mine Host" Mort Peters of the Bird Center House was the host at a superb func- tion held at our local caravansary last Thurs- day evening. It was originally intended that the occasion be a sumptuous supper in honor of the brave men and women who landed at Plymouth Bock, Mass., 283 yrs. ago, but the plan was later changed to include the intro- duction of Miss Myrtle Peters to society. And perhaps never before did a young bud make her maiden bow to the great vortex of society under more auspicious circumstances. The host of social leaders; the great dining room echoing with inspiring strains ; the splen- did repast that might have done Lucullus proud ; all conspired to make the occasion one long to be remembered. The table was deco- rated with turkey wings and flowers, a happy idea for which Mr. Riley Peters won many encomiums. Judge Warden made a few happy remarks before the tempting viands were brought in and dwelt eloquently upon the years of social triumphs that now lay before the young debutante. " All honor to woman- hood," he said. "The nation's greatness rests with the hand that — " At this point he paused with impressive effect, and in the eloquent silence was heard the small voice of one of the rollicking Wal poles, "Are they going to have ice cream, ma ? " The judge sat down in great confusion, and many were the jokes at his expense. A telegram was re- ceived from Mr. Winthrop K. Biddle from Philadelphia, Pa., wishing all Bird Center a happy Thanksgiving day. Before the enter- tainment closed a letter signed by all present was sent to Captain Fry, expressing the hope that liis proverbial good health would soon return. ADDITIONAL NOTES Mr. Chris C. Newbower looked in at the festal board and was spied by Rev. Walpole, who insisted that Chris straightway join the merry throng. — 0— It is rumored that Mr. Riley Peters is en- gaged to Miss Maltby of Decatur, 111. Kiley refused to be interviewed on the subject, but Miss M said that she had not heard the rumor. A debutante luncheon will be given on Monday by Mrs. Smiley Greene for Miss Myrtle Peters. The following will be present : Mrs. Riley Withersby, Mrs. D. I. Black, Mrs. Dr. Niebling, Mrs. J. Milton Brown, Miss Flossye Niebling, Miss Mae Niebling, and Miss Kate Warden. A debutante tea will be given on Tuesday by Miss Kate Warden for Miss Myrtle Peters. The following will be present : Mrs. Riley Withersby, Mrs. D. I. Black, Mrs. Dr. Nieb- ling, Mrs. Smiley Greene, Mrs. J. Milton Brown, Miss Flossye Niebling, and Miss Mae Niebling. A studio tea will be given by Mrs. J. Milton Brown in honor of Miss Myrtle Peters next Wednesday. The following will be pres- ent : Mrs. Riley Withersby, Mrs. D. I. Black, Mrs. Dr. Niebling, Mrs. Smiley Greene, Miss Flossye Niebling, Miss Mae Niebling, and Miss Kate Warden. — — It is rumored that a bal poudre is to be an event of the near future. Mrs. J. Milton Brown has charge of the function, and it promises to be a great success. — J. Oscar Fisher. Rev. C father, 1 this weel On acci day evenii Brookline' ent at the the install) consequeif until the Mario' Nashua to act as suburban iDg detair Quite / Echuol u Monday the hall The Friday much ei) Chub of the sj cers fori bar, pr/ Miss E' treas.; , Gilsoo, Stiles, , Atth^ last Tuf chosen « treasure rbsigned. The lai to the woi annual me Mrs. Wm. , Daniels, sec treasurer aa The ladiei plans to ser' vestries Tue six to eight is hoped foi> requested / with thei^ solicitatioi Bt) News li of the ladie. Thursday » officers wer pres ; Mrs, L. W. Ricbn,, er. I real. ^^CuT^eM J'HE DANCING CLUB ENTER TAINMENT MR. GUS FIGGEY Of Chicago, the busiest man iu the world IVom a photograph bjr a well-known photographer ^AiiltDnS\ctim Oigp cBwrBft. STimio. I ctiftpcanTai*-- ^-^ STUDIO Portrait of Mr. Riley Peters and Miss Applegate of Veedersburg, Ind. Riley is a great hand with the girls, especially the visiting young ladies. This is a portrait of Mr. Winthrop K. Biddla of Philadelphia, Pa. He became acquainted with Miss Kate Warden when the latter was attending Bryn Mawr. A little bird tells us that he has come all the way to Bird Center to be near her. Mr. Elmer Pratt is also a suitor for her favor. Who will win the prize ? OlROCgNTgft. J^idnn We are indebted to Mr. J. Milton Brown, the well known artist of the Bird Center tintype stu- dios, for this excellent picture of the Rev. Wal- pole, Mrs. Walpole, and half of the rollicking little Walpoles. These worthy citizens of Bird Center will appear in greater detail in to-morrow's "Argosy." _ B IRQ _jt artftgi*. SToijiO, Portrait of Mr. Smiley Greene, the popular un- dertaker, and wife. If you are interested in them, see this week's "Argosy." They are always among those present at all social gatherings. he A. F. Co- i«DC of Man- e years. He ' W. Canney of self and b right and igbtOB farm, loyalty of a It slipped as apper sca£Fold indin? below, a tt. Mr. Hanson nd io spite of a has spurned liniments and «d friends in i is now at weeks' visit, e's family in tity may be llo quartet of {i entertain- this season. stndies at arljr « fort- Mrs. Smiley W. Greene, Wife of the Popular Undertaker, celebrates Thanksgiving by entertaining the Dancing Club The Dancing Club met at the home of Mrs. Smiley W. Greene on Thanksgiving eve. A full quota of our fellow townsmen attended and all agreed on parting that a most enjoya- ble time was had. Mrs. Greene was beauti- fully gowned in a blue and white creation trimmed with sprays of immortelles. Elegant refreshments were served and the occasion was rendered quite Bohemian in character by the presence of our talented local artist, J. Milton Brown of the Bird Center Tintype Studios. Rev. Walpole and family dropped in for a few moments during the early part of the festivi- ties. ADDITIONAL SOCIETY NOTES Chris C. Newbower was also among those present at Mrs. Smiley W. Greene's dancing club entertainment. Chris says that he is not much of a shining light in the social whirl. Miss Barnard, of Xenia, Ohio, who has been visiting the Misses Niebling, has decided to remain here a week longer. Here 's to you, B y P s. is a brare, 'stmt badly wrenche everythldg in kept right on ' Miss Relet New York Brunswruk,^ Owing to i Washington given up. Tuesday, 3< Boston will fi^ ment of the Mr. Kendall, Harold Lil the M.i.T. thi> night's abSeno If anyone w> brother C. F the parliamentl leading itern ii news. Twenty-six bt, of the town is gi> we want. Wboi with the hot wr June '03? A great deal' for Mr. and if den death of . -^.r^ A" ' \ ^/^(^fcneo'' 'J'HE MYSTERIOUS STRANGERS STORY MR. CHRIS C. NEWBOWER Who attends anyway From a tintype by Mr. J. Milton Brown .. • • • "South of Mason and Dixon's lino they call me ' Cannonball ' Peyton, because I happened to pick up a live bombshell and toss it into a river two seconds before it exploded. My comrades seemed to think it was a commendable act." — Extract from the story of Col. Calhoun Peyton, the Mysterious Stiaoger. "Down in Texas they call me 'Tombstone' Peyton. One day when Capt. Lawton was chas- ing Geronimo a bunch of Apaches surrounded the post, set fire to the fort, and corralled eight of us out in the garrison cemetery. Seven of ua ■were killed, but I managed to hold off the Indi- ans until reinforcements came. I don't deserve any credit for it, but the boys have called me ' Tombstone ' ever since." — £!xtract from the story of Col. Calhoun Peyton, the Mysterious Stranger. " He was a stranger and a cussed Yank, but he was a noble man and a hero." — Extract from the story of CoL Calhoun Peyton, the Mysteri- ous Stranger. " After Appomattox I swore that I 'd never be reconstructed, and, by Jeemses' River, I never ■will be. Down in Virginia they call me ' Unre- constructible ' Peyton.' — Extract from the story of Col. Calhoun Peyton, the Mysterious Stranger. MS some good imaters. Wm. Q have drawn sand to eleven will present epherd boy," jDg, Jan. 28. a leap year ingiFeb. 12. I the Luther be given by oce, in town lusaally cold iluebirda atid me. He and in April, ac- iUer. n. 28, is the Jed citizen — ire remember six years old. ating on the- Wednesday, Derally occur I the fact is surprised at his place on ' Uutcbios of ith leave this tored in town, the lowest of- 5° below zero, or the whole e the coldest The above hermometers to Littleton leral of Mrs. e«n a_iralued ig from'an him to bis indents' met breaking bis THE MYSTERIOUS STRANGER'S STORY The readers of the Argosy may remember that considerable curiosity has been occasioned by the presence in Bird Center of a stranger whose actions have habitually been surrounded by much mystery. A short time ago he entered the Bird Center House, where a function was in progress, and tapping our honored towns- man, Captain Fry, ou the shoulder, he uttered a mystifying speech. " Captain Fry, you are, indeed, the most fortunate of men." The Cap- tain fainted and became seriously ill, for the voice was one that seemed to come from a man who he supposed had been dead over forty years. Last Friday evening he had so far recovered as to be able to tell the story and many of his friends gathered at the hospitable Fry homestead to hear the truth. " Aly friends," began the Captain, "I ivill tell you who this stranger is. " At that moment the curtains parted, and standing before the assembled guests was the mysterious personage himself. ' ' Stop ! " he cried. ' ' I will tell the story." The company was thunderstruck. "My name is Col. Calhoun Peyton of the Confederate States of America. I have never been recon- structed, so that to-day I am probably the only living secessionist. I was in Pickett's charge at Gettysburg and was shot to pieces. A Yan- kee soldier stopped and gave me water and asked if I had any message to send home. ' Yes,' said L ' You 're a Yankee and I hate you, but you re a noble man just the same. Take this old sword and give it to my mother. It was my father's in the Mexican war and my grandfather's in the war of 1812. Tell her that it has honored the name of Peyton to the last.' The Yankee took my name and told me his name was Eoscoe Fry of the Eleventh corps, under Meade. For nearly two months that Yankee soldier clung to that battered old blade and finally managed to get through the lines and reach the Peyton homestead in Vir- ginia. The sword is still in our family and the Peytons have honored the name of that unknown Yankee hero for over forty years. I swore that I should find him. I have searched the war records and have visited scores of Frys throughout the land. I found him in Bird Center, and by the great Lord Harry, he shall soon know how substantial is the gratitude of a Virginia Peyton. I have found him in finan- cial distress, but before the week is over he shall see that I can also help a man that is down. My address is Col. ' Cannonball ' Pey- ton, Virginia. A letter with that address will reach me. Ladies and gentlemen, I wish you good-night, and to Bird Center, farewell for- ever." And before he could be stopped he had gone. Bird Center is agog over the event and further developments will be awaited with interest. J. Oscar Fisheh. Mildred cord June Mrs. C. A Miss Sai Sunday wi There common ti than a wee of them ovei members of here and the funerals. Mr. Bo terday in cal comp been doit Dess in A pects to 8, turning to Tomorr Unitarian will speak most importi that at Catb ma. Miss ' houn 8cho< practically saving of service b cordially service ot News Leominste ard Stone Howard a vember, v tacked an by Stone not recc him {roLv TheW day with Ik Frank H the grip. The bat is escpecte depot. 'J'HE GRAND BAL POUDRE MR. WES KIDWELL The genial station agent Ftom a tintjpe by Ur. J. Milton Brovn Mrs. J. MiltonBrown — n^e Miss Lucile Ramona Fry, formerly daughter of Capt. Roscoe Fry — visited Chicago last week to procure wigs, etc., for the Bal Pondre. When she tried on a Marie Antoinette coiffeur the wigeur ejaculated: " Ah, charmante, mademoiselle ! " " Madame, if you please,'' answered Mrs. J. Milton. " Ees it pos- seeble ? " exclaimed the wigeur. Mrs. J. Milton tells the story with much pride, for the French- man evidently considered her too youthful looking to be married. Bird Center society leaders gave a grand Bal Poudre last week. Several telegrams were sent to Congressman Pumphrey in Washington asking him to dauce in one of the quadrilles. When the honorable gentleman learned that he would be expected to powder his hair and wear silk knee breeches he wired his regrets. " I may want to run for office again,'' he said. Many were the regrets in local society circles, for the Hon. Ephraim has a handsome figure. Mr. J. Milton Brown, the well known artist, appeared at the Bal Poudre with hair powdered white and with silk stockings and knee breeches. At first glance a man would easily suppose that the centuries had parted and that some grand courtier of the time of the Grand Monarch stood before him. Mr. Brown's artisticnature prompted him to enter into the spirit of the occasion with unrestrained zest. He won many encomiums on his natty appearance and was constantly the center of an admiring throng. Last week must have been the busiest week in the history of Bird Center, if all the stories th9 men told were true. Mrs. J. Milton Brown asked Judge Warden, Attorney Black, and Dr. Niebling to dance in the quadrille. " Men are so scarce, she said. But Judge Warden had some impor- tant court work to attend to; Attorney D. I. Black had to work day and night on a com- plicated brief, and Dr. Niebling said that he ex- pected to be busy on the night of the quadrille. There was much regret on account of their in- ability to appear in wigs and breeches. Q have drawn sand to eleven will present epherd boy," jog, Jan. 28. a leap year dng, Feb. 12. 1 the Luther be given by oce, in town lusoally cold tluebirda and sue. He and in April, ac- ailer. n. 28, it the Jed citizen — nre remember six years old. Qting on the Wednesday, nerally occur u the fact is surprised at bis place on Uutcbins of . brother C. F the parliament^ leading item ii news. Tweoty-Bix b( of the town is gi we want. Who with the hot w June '03? A great deal for Mr. and M den death of day, at thel Both parent! when they le. ently in bis was supposed the care of bi| ({(■CuicMPH J'HE SURPRISE PJRTr I MR. RILEY PETERS AND MISS NORMA COUSINS Of Lafayette, Ind. Prom a tintype by Mr. J. Milton Brown Riley Peters is authority for the rumor that if any- body on the bobsled had cold hands it was not his fault. I There was food galore for all who cared to eat at the home of Capt. Fry last Thursday evening. All expressed themselves as being delighted with the sumptuous viands. Elegant refresh- ments were served and all agreed on parting that a lovely time was had. It was a lap lunch that was served at the hospitable home of Capt. Fry by the genial host and hia charming wife. ner vaca- spendlng Ads b visiting ter spent Waure- ave been nd Miss •d to their tins their M. J. led in the eld at the i, Stubbei-t ^ched upon ,nie" at the \he Advent- bt officiated id to Boston Ume her du- 's School of Miss Cran- In Worces- to be held gregational of prayer: I. Mathews pon "Jona- r of Rellg. "ig Rev. G. talk upon ssons, and g meeting iressed by rd.Thurs- atlbn," by ate pastor ^ Friday •' meeting. (SSident of , will ad- nlted Willi ishurch bn Ith— How-i )d, Arthur churches: Mrs. MUo hor. ' company red in town. the lowest of- 5° below zero. sr the whole « the coldest The above hermometers to Littleton leral of Mrs. en • valued g from va bim to his indents met areakiog bis e Chapman are now cir- ert, showioe id a licensed n compound ion organized f N<>w Jersey, Many Groton ke Chapman 'leasore indi- THE GRAND MASQUERADE PARTY Unusually fine was the Masquerade Party held last Thuraday evening in the K. of P. Hall at Bird Center. AH the elite of the town were among those present, and many and varied were the costumes that graced the occa- sion. Indeed, it would he hard to say which was the most elegant, yet suffice to say all were extremely tasteful and pleasing to behold. Mr. Riley Peters, as the dashing toreador, attracted universal attention and greatly amused the young people by his antics. Mrs. Riley Withersby, as Queen Eli2abeth, wore a costume which in point of sumptuousncss easily carried off the honors. Many and earnest were the encomiums that were showered upon " Good Queen Bess," all of which she received with becoming modesty. Mr. Smiley Greene, the popular undertaker, gave a genial rendition of the r61e of Mephis- topheles and endowed that historic character I with graces of manner which one would hardly suspect from his Satanic Majesty. Dr. Niebling appeared as Oliver Ci'omwell of England, and Mr. Elmer Pratt made a dashing cowboy in slouch hat and " chapparels. " Elmer was most successful until he got tangled up in his lasso and had to be extricated. Mine Host Mort Peters of the Bird Center House interpreted the r81e of Friar Tuck in a most pleasing manner, while Mr. Ernest Pratt of St. Louis paid a graceful tribute to his native city by appearing as St. Louis, the patron saint of the exposition city on the Mississippi. Capt. Fry looked warlike as Don Quixote, and was greeted with shouts of laughter as he made a valiant charge upon Mr. Gus Figgey of Chicago, who had been admon- ishing the merrymakers to "get busy." Mr. Figgey appeared as Kapoleon and threw a new light upon the character of the great Corsican. Mr. Winthrop K. Biddle of Philadelphia, Pa., appeared in the uniform of a colonial soldier and won many encomiums from Miss Kate Warden, who made a very charming Dolly Madison. Messrs. Orville Peters and Wilbur Fry looked dashing in their costumes of troubadours, and enlivened the occasion with dulcet strains from merry mandolins. Mrs. Smiley Greene, as Empress Josephine, was tastefully garbed in fullest harmony, while Mrs. J. Milton Brown rendered the r61e of Miss Barbara Frietchie in a manner that evoked much admiration from all present. Miss Minerva Maltby of Decatur was sur- passingly beautiful as Miss Maud Muller, and was generously admired. Some one asked her why she had not brought her rake, and quick as a flash Mr. Figgey shouted, " Why, she did. There he is," and pointed to Mr. Riley Peters, who was quite nonplussed at the sally. Mr. J. Milton Brown made the hit of the evening as Capt. Kidd. He was thoroughly en rapport with his part and looked every inch a pirate chieftain such as was the well known buccaneer, Capt. Kidd. Mr. Figgey sug- gested that Rev. Walpole should have played Capt Kidd on account of the nine rollicking Walpoles that were present, but Rev. W. was attired as a Puritan father, and as such made a decided hit. Mrs. Walpole essayed the part of Priscilla the Puritan maiden in a most happy vein. She carried Ma.ster Timothy Walpole, and Master Wesley Walpole, and made a most pleasing picture. As Mr. Biddle remarked, the anachronism was delicious, a compliment that Mrs. Walpole greatly appreciated, coming as it did from such a cultured gentleman as Mr. B. Mr. Homer Withersby took the r61e of Ivan the Terrible and looked most charming. There were many other beautiful costumes, but space forbids au extended description. Ye editor attempted the part of Sam Weller. The function was voted a grand success, and all departed inwardly hoping that ere long the event will be repeated. — J. Oscar Fisher. Key. C father, 1 this weet On acci day evenii Urookline' ent at the the install! consequer until the Mario Nashua to act as suburban log detair Quite .' schuol tr Monday the hall The Friday much eq Chub of the If cers fori bar, prf MiesE treas.; Uilson, Stiles, , Atth^ last Tof chosfen « treasure resigned. The lai to the woii annual m^ Mrs. Wm. . Daniels, sec treasurer aa The ladiei plans to ser' vestries Tue six to eight is hoped to* requested / with thei^ solicitatioi News vl of the ladie. Thursday ». officers wer pre» ; Mrs, L. W. Ricba,, er, treat. Ernest Bar trip to Nova S q^HE SKATING PARTr THE NINTH ROLLICKING WALPOLE From a tintype by Mr. J. Milton Brown Miss Minerva Maltby of Decatur, 111., who has beeu visiting friends in Bird Center, left for home last Thursday. Mr Biley Peters saw her oSf at the depot. " Now, be sure to write to me often, Riley," said Miss Malt- by, just before getting on the train. "I'll write every day," said Kiley, gloomily. "I don't see how I can live without you." When the train bear- ing Miss Maltby pulled out of the Bird Center depot, Riley Peters sank upon a truck the picture of despair and loneliness. "I'm struck hard," he muttered sadly. "She's the only girl I've ever loved." "Come, come, Riley," said Mr. Smiley Green, the popular undertaker, when he saw Riley Pet- ers mourning for his de- parted sweethfeart. " Be a man and brace up. She '11 be back here again before long and, besides, Decatur is n't so awfully far away. In the mean- time I want you to meet Miss Cousins of Lafay- ette, Ind., who is com- ing in on the west bound accommodation." Miss Norma Cousins of Lafayette, fnd., was met at the depot by Mr. Smiley Greene, whose family she has come to visit. Mr. Riley Peters was also present when the young lady arrived. "Riley, I want you to meet the nicest girl in Indiana. Mr. Peters, this is Miss Cousins of Lafay- ette. You must be good friends while she is here." " Delighted to meet you, Mr. Peters," exclaimed Miss Cousins, brightly. "Are you any i-elation to the Judge Peters of Terre Haute?" Mr. Riley Peters ac- companied Miss Cousins in the surrey from the station and pointed out various points of inter- est for her delectation. " Over there," said Riley, gayly, "is where we are to have our skating party to-night. I speak to have you for my partner in the cotillon." " How lovely ! " exclaimed Miss Cousins. " Why, I adore Bird Center already, and I'm sure I shall love every- body in it." " I hope so," said Riley, meaningly. And Miss Cousins blushed very prettily. Mr. Biley Peters es- corted Miss Cousins of Lafayette to the home of Mr. and Mrs. Smiley Greene, where she is to visit. Riley staid for tea and afterwards read her palm. "You have a wonderful power over men," he read, studying the cross hatching of her palm. " No man can re- sist your magnetic charm of manner." Miss Cous- ins talked of nothing else that evening at dinner but of what a delightful chap Mr. Riley Peters is. -7 ti have drawn jand to eleven yi'M present epberd boy," jng, Jan. 28. a leap year iJDor, Feb. 12. 1 the Luther be given by oce, in town t6. luBually cold iluebirds and :iue. He and in April, ac- liller. a. 28, is the Jed citizen — we remember six years old. oting on the- Wednesday, oerally occur It the fact is surprised at bis place on iiutcbins of ,ndin7 below, s it. Mr. Hanson nd io spit^ of a has spurned liniments and «d friends in i is now at ^reeks' visit. h's family in city may be IIo quartet of ^ entertain- '.his season. stadies at larly a fort- tew neatly ything in ok at the nt parts weather ing faalt part of (expressed 'n the sud- Wednes- eat road. time, and ras appar- nnvulsions tie was in McLean, I be sum- a months' mchester, N. her sister. ,er, Mrs. Geo. western home Bird Center was enlivened during the past week by the arrival of a fine automobile for Mr. Winthrop K. Biddle of Philadelphia, Pa., who is sojourning in our midst. Quite a crowd gathered in front of the Bird Center house to inspect the beautiful machine, and all expressed themselves as being highly satis- fied. Mr. B. took a number of citizens for a spin, and Mr. J. Milton Brown took a snap- shot, which doubtless will be up to his usual high standard of artistic excellence. " What kind of a machine is it ? " asked Capt. Fry of the proud owner. "It's a touring car," an- swered Mr. Biddle. " A bridal touring car ! " shouted Mr. Gus Figgey of Chicago, with a roar of laughter. Miss Kate Warden blushed rosily at this witty sally, and all present had a good laugh at her expense. PETTY POINTERS It is rumored that Mr. Riley Peters is engaged to Miss Norma Cousins of Lafayette, Ind., who is visiting the family of Mr. Smiley Greene. The rumor could not be verified, but the wiseacres smile knowingly. — — Hon. Ephraim Pumphrey, our distinguished congressman, writes from Washington, D. C, that he hopes to rush the bill for a new post- office in Bird Center to a successful conclu- sion. " If the bill is not passed," he writes, " I will block all legislation on the Panama canal. I think that I have the support of Congressman Landis of Indiana and Congress- man Cousins of Iowa, and hope to enlist others in my behalf." Hon. Pumphrey has our earnest moral support and we wish him success in his undertaking. — — Mr. Harve Quackenbush, our local livery- man, has purchased a new surrey for the summer trade. — o — Capt. Roscoe Fry has received notice from Virginia that an estate valued at nearly $60,000 has been transferred to him by Col. Calhoun Peyton. It may be remembered that Col. Peyton was the mysterious stranger who was frequently seen in our midst some weeks ago and whose life was saved by Capt. Fry at the battle of Gettysburg; Pa. We all rejoice in Capt. Fry's good fortune, and there is already talk of running him for sheriff. Here is our hand, captain, with the palm down. — — Mr. Cyrus Hornbeck of the State bank has invited Capt. Fry to embark in a big mining investment with him. He desires the cap- tain to put 350,000 in the venture, but the doughty captain has refused to consider the proposition. Mr. Chris C. Newbower, who has a heart as big as an ox, and a thirst in proportion, is seriously thinking of taking the pledge. When asked why he had been drinking so hard of late he gave the following explana- tion : "Well, you see, it was this way. On Christmas eve I took ray little niece Ce.lia to the church Christmas tree and all the children got presents except her, and that made her cry and made me feel so bad that — well, you know. But lately, Mrs. Withersby has been so nice to the little girl, giving her presents and having her to meals up to her house, that I feel sort of ashamed of myself, so I 'm think- ing of reforming. I don't promise to, but if they don't crowd me, I think it 's likely that I'll brace up and be a man." Here is our hand, Chris. Messrs. Wilbur Fry and Orville Peters were too late to get in the picture taken by Mr. J. Milton Brown last week. These two worthies were practicing some new tunes up in the Oddfellows' hall and did not hear of the pic- ture until after it had been taken. Mr. Winthrop K. Biddle of Philadelphia, Pa., gives the "Argosy" the following interview regarding his future plans : "I shall return to Philadelphia soon to make arrangements for my wedding to Miss Warden, which will prob- ably occur in the spring. We shall go to Europe for a brief trip, and afterwards take up our home in Philadelphia, where we want our Bird Center friends to come and visit us. I 've grown to be very fond of the good people here and I want to say most sincerely that I have never met a more genuine and generous lot of people in my life. And the town itself — well, there is not a cross word in the whole history of Bird Center." We shall be sorry to lose Mr. Biddle and we '11 give him a wed- ding that he '11 not soon forget. — J. OscAE Fishes. Chester for tK has taken poW bouse, bis fa wif«. T. W. Han! left hand man a. had further pro hayfork one day he was pushing and down he At distance of ovet is a brave, stuit; badly wrench^ every thlilg in . kept right oa^ Miss Helei^ New York Brunswrck,, Owing to it Washington, given up. Tuesday, J Boston will fa ment of the Mr. Kendall, -^ Harold Lij the M.i.T. ihii night'*s abfieno If anyone wi brother C. F, the parliament^ leading item ii news. Twenty-six bt of the town is gi we want. Who with the hot wi June '03? A great deal' for Mr. and if den death of ' day, at thei Both parents when they lei ently in bis was supposed the care of hii and died be moned. He old. Mrs. C. 4 H., for a fe'i Miss Man Stone, startet. in Salem, III., only sixty mile the mildness of^ matter to hear ly. To THE EDITt your correspond! the express bus was done Mr. ^ has been somi^ business has be<. at present. 0» non-delivery one^ but notify peoplt ex|ires8age. 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