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| Tenth New York cavalry members. |
Cortland Evening Standard, Wednesday, August 30, 1899.
WITH THE VETERANS.
TENTH NEW YORK CAVALRY ASSOCIATION HOLDING ITS REUNION.
The Thirty-eighth Annual Reunion of the Tenth New York Cavalry Association, Which Began Yesterday in Cortland, Is Proving to be a Joyful Gathering for the "Old Boys."
If there is anything that stirs the old soldier's heart it is to live over again those scenes of nearly four decades ago and tell again those stories which never grow old. Last night was one of those occasions. The veterans of the Tenth Cavalry association gathered in Grand Army hall last night for their annual campfire, and right heartily did all enter into the spirit of the occasion. Col. T. C. White of Buffalo, the president of the association, presided at the meeting. The address of welcome was delivered by County Judge Joseph E. Eggleston in his own inimitable manner, full of patriotism and oratory. He referred to the patriotism of the old soldiers and the examples which they formed for the soldiers in the late war. His remarks proved to be the cue for the remarks that followed during the remainder of the evening.
Colonel White responded to the address, expressing heartily the thanks of the association for the sentiments expressed in the judge's remarks. He felt proud that he was one of that number to whom the highest possible compliment that could be paid are the words, "these men did their duty."
Adjutant L. P. Norton gave instances of soldiers being shot by his side, and attributed the fact that he was not shot to the will of Providence for he was right there when the bullets came.
Comrade C. W. Wiles read an interview with the governor of Iowa regarding the acts of certain men in connection with the last war in which he declared his intention of standing by the patriotic, regardless of what might come.
John Cowles of Chicago was called upon for a speech, but he declined with thanks and was followed by J. R. Birdlebough of Cortland, an honorary member of the association. Mr. Birdlebough was 15 years old June 5, 1861, and enlisted for the war the next September, and he thought he was the youngest old soldier in attendance, which was probably true. He gave a rattling good patriotic talk and wound up with the remark that the strength of the republic lies in the hearts of the people.
Comrade Mark Brownell of Cortland was next called upon, but he avowed that he was no speechmaker and declined. The rest of the evening was devoted entirely to storytelling and remarks by nearly every one present, including many members of other regiments who had dropped in.
A business meeting was held at G. A. R. rooms this morning, when further reports were heard from officers and several financial matters were attended to. Another business session will be held this afternoon, and to-night a banquet will be served.
WAR ALMOST CERTAIN.
An Alarming Turn Taken In the Transvaal.
ENGLAND'S DEMANDS ENLARGED.
President Kruger Will Not Comply With Them and Will Be Sustained By the Boers—An Open Revolution In the Cape Town Assembly. Transvaal News.
LONDON, Aug. 30.—The Cape Town correspondent of The Daily Mail says:
"A pitiable scene was witnessed at the railway station here on the arrival from Johannesburg of 150 children whose parents are too poor to come themselves. It is estimated that 15,000 people have left the Transvaal since the crisis began.
"In the house of assembly the government announced that it was considering a proposal to afford greater facilities for women and children to leave Johannesburg.
"Bechuanaland is in a state of ferment, owing to fears of a Boer raid. Colonel Baden-Powell's forces there are wholly inadequate to protect such an extended frontier, and the Boers appear to be quietly concentrating in the western part of the Transvaal.
"A Boer spy has been arrested in Ramattabama camp in British Bechuanaland."
AN ALARMING TURN.
Great Britain's Demands Enlarged Which Will Not Be Acceded To.
LONDON, Aug. 30.—The Pretoria correspondent of The Dally Chronicle says:
"Events have taken an alarming turn. Great Britain, at the request of the Uitlanders' council, has enlarged the original demands of Sir Alfred Milner, the British high commissioner and is adopting the view of Cecil Rhodes that President Kruger will never withstand an ultimatum.
"I have, however, high authority for asserting that President Kruger, the volksraad and the nation will unitedly resist an unconditional demand for giving effect to the Milner program, but will concede reforms on the conditions already reported."
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| Paul Kruger. |
Kruger's Views of the Transvaal.
LONDON. Aug. 30— The Johannesburg correspondent of The Morning Post says: "President Kruger, in the course of an interview regarding the crisis, said he considered the Boer position best defined by Psalm 83."
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| Cortland County Fairgrounds and racetrack, 1894 map segment. |
THE CROWD IS HERE.
EVERYBODY DELIGHTED WITH THE FAIR EXHIBIT.
The Fair Building Is Full of Booths, of Exhibits, of Exhibitors and of Spectators—Tents are Full of Exhibits and Shows—Great Display of Live Stock— The Balloon the Center of Attraction—Music Everywhere.
The fair is now in progress. The weather is perfect. The exhibit is the greatest ever seen upon the Cortland county fair grounds. The crowd is immense. It has probably not yet reached the numbers of some of the best days of the fairs in previous years, but it is certainly in excess of any second day before this, and if the skies continue clear, to-morrow and the next day will score the high water mark. The best thing is that everybody is interested, almost excited over the event.
The display of livestock is unprecedentedly large. Especially do the Holsteins and Jerseys outnumber any previous year. More particular reference to these exhibits will be given later. There are many fine horses and colts, and sheep and swine. They all look so comfortable too protected from the rays of the sun either by the stable roofs or by the tents, while a cool breeze sweeps over them.
The hall itself is full to overflowing. A portion of the exhibits will be referred to to-day, and others will follow to-morrow. It is worthy of note in the first place that the decorations of all the booths this year are unusually handsome. A great amount of taste has been displayed in making them dainty and attractive, and there is scarcely a booth that is not in some way a work of art. The goods are displayed with much taste and the whole effect cannot fail to appeal to every one.
Taking the usual course of the crowd and entering the south front door of the hall one first comes upon the left to the booth of M. L. Decker, the veteran sewing machine man. This is rendered attractive with American flags and bunting of the national colors. He exhibits the Standard and the New Home sewing machines and also some beautiful samples of the work done upon them. Mr. Decker has offered a New Home Ideal machine as a premium for the best made kitchen dress, and the competition on this is sharp, over thirty dresses having been entered.
In a part of Mr. Decker's booth J. L. Marritt exhibits ladies' shoes and takes orders for the same. Across the aisle in a large double booth handsomely adorned with pink and white, W. W. Bennett shows a full line of the popular Sterling ranges and heaters.
Next on the left is a large display of Worcester salt, made at Silver Springs, Wyoming county, N. Y. This is designed for butter, cheese and table use. Lieutenant Governor Woodruff is the treasurer of the company manufacturing it, and C. W. Ryan of Cortland is the local agent.
C. C. Spencer shows the Cedric bicycles and notes the fact that he will attach coaster brakes to any wheel. He also has bicycle fixings and attachments of all kinds.
Palmer & Co. has a long double booth. It is separated into two divisions, the larger being devoted to the drygoods department, and the smaller to groceries. The latter is presided over by Mr. and Mrs. F. W. Lanigan. Only flour, baking powder, soda and coffee all of their own brands, are shown. From 1 to 2 o'clock this afternoon rolls and coffee were dispensed free to show the quality of the flour and the coffee. The same will be done to-morrow and Friday.
The dress goods department is in charge of Mr. and Mrs. Henry D. Palmer. The effect is very dainty, with evergreen ceiling, lace curtain hangings and soft tints worked in in a pretty manner. Here are shown a choice line of dress goods, including pure silk crepons, novelties in ladies' wear and the well known skirts of their own make. At the end of the booth, merely for a suggestion, are a Barnes White Flyer and a Keating wheel, both of which Palmer & Co. sell.
Across the aisle Mrs. G. T. Chatterton has a very pretty display of her own skirts which now have become so famous. They are made in various colors in silks, sateens, Italian goods and imported moreens.
H. B. Hubbard, the grocer and crockery man, shows only china, but his booth is a little gem. There are choice patterns of dinner, tea and toilet sets, the first two mentioned in open stock and all of the latest patterns and prettiest colors and designs. Odd pieces of china and handsome jardinieres join in setting off the whole.
E. A. McGraw has a display of wheels and carriage hardware and everything one can think of in the line of carriage supplies and those for heavier vehicles. All are tastefully arranged.
The Fair store of Cortland and Homer has selected lamps as a single line of their large and varied stock to exhibit, and a prettier display of lamps was rarely ever seen. Each bears the price mark so that it is plain to all which one to select in accordance with the length and fullness of one's purse. The dinner set to be given for the handsomest baby is also on exhibition. The baby show will occur Friday afternoon at 2:30 o'clock.
Dey Brothers of Syracuse have a long booth on the west side under the care of Mr. George E. Bates, son of Mr. and Mrs. Henry Bates of Cortland, who has long been one of their leading salesmen. They show samples of various lines from their large stock of goods—rugs, portieres, tapestries, dress goods, wraps, etc. There is a pretty fireplace with mantel ornaments, a tea table spread and young ladies apparently about to sup. A dancing girl run by a motor attracts the attention of the crowd. A sewing machine is also in operation.
L. R. Lewis has a prominent booth in the center of the hall which is prettily decorated with yellow and white. Here he exhibits his Perfection milk coolers and the Farmers' Favorite Feed cookers and Agricultural boilers. This is a center of attraction for all dairymen and many are examining closely into the recognized merits of the exhibits.
Mrs. Darby-Turner is near by [sic] with a display of ladies' goods that pleases all of that sex. There are hair goods, switches, wigs, fancy hair plus, combs, pins, toilet preparations and soaps and hosts of articles that a male reporter can get no idea of or for what purpose used. They simply all form a part of the general effective make-up, the particulars of which are a puzzle and a mystery.
O. W. Walter's long booth is an attractive for the music loving. Ivors & Pond and Langdon pianos are exhibited and are shown off by Mr. Chas. Mee, Sr. A gramophone is also in operation whenever the pianos are still. A further description of the exhibits must be reserved till to-morrow.
There is music all through the hall from one source or another. This afternoon the Cortland City band gave a concert on the grounds.
The huge balloon was inflated this morning and was this afternoon to begin operations in carrying passengers on high for a consideration. The oriental fireworks were also displayed this afternoon.
There are races this afternoon and there will be more to-morrow. Beard & Peck's wedding at 2:30 o'clock to-morrow afternoon will also be one of the leading attractions.
FIRST FIRE AT THE FAIR.
Kilfyre Extinguished It in Less Than Five Seconds.
The first exhibition of the Kilfyre dry compound fire extinguisher occurred at the fair grounds at 11 o'clock this forenoon and was witnessed by a large crowd of spectators. An 8-foot box lined with tar and kerosene was set on fire. The flames spread over the box and rose twelve feet in the air. The compound was thrown from the tube directly upon the fire which was extinguished in five seconds from the effects of the gases generated. The fact that no water was used shows the great value of the compound in case of a fire as it does away with all damage by water. Exhibitions will be given to-morrow at 11 A. M. and at 4 P. M. at the east end of the race track.
FIVE STATES MILKMEN.
Circular Letter of Secretary Coon—Status of the Organization.
H. T. Coon of Little York, secretary of the Five States Milk Producers' association, has mailed the following circular letter, which speaks for itself, to all branch unions:
I am in constant receipt of letters asking what is being done in the F. S. M. P. A. In a few words I will say to the more than 300 sections and their membership: That our executive committee is in New York doing their utmost for the organization and is meeting with much encouragement and things seem to be coming our way. Let us remember that this is a great undertaking and that it takes time to perfect a scheme of so vast magnitude. No sane person to-day disputes the fact but we have been gainers by the organization of the association and that much is still to be gained by that means only.
In proof of the statement that we have been gainers I will cite only one month out of the year, June, 1899, which was a record breaker so far as concerns the milk supply reaching the New York market. Of milk alone the daily supply was 287,738 cans, this being 2,855 more than for June, 1898. The excess of cream and condensed milk was 378 cans. All of which means the amount of crude milk supply was 4,745 cans daily in excess of one year ago. Yet the price received by the producer was 15 per cent higher. What have we gained by scattering? What have we to lose by perfecting a solid and permanent organization? No, everything is now in our hands if we only stand solid. We have nothing to discourage us and everything to encourage us. We did not go into this work for a little effect but for complete success.
The things that are now asked for by the New York business men and capitalists with whom your committee is now negotiating are to be found in the enclosed questions. You will be very prompt in answering all of them in full so as not to embarrass the committee in the least. It is very important that we have these facts at once, so please give time to this and return them to me so they may be tabulated and the committee may go ahead and complete the contract as soon as all the details can be worked out. Read to members:
1—Give name of your station and road.
2—Give complete list of names of members of the F. S. M. P. A. now delivering milk at your station, and opposite each name give the average daily amount of milk he thinks he delivers during the year.
3—Give the same kind of a list regarding producers delivering milk at your station who are not members of the association.
4—Give a complete list of members of the F. S. M. P. A. who are not now delivering milk at your station but who have previously delivered milk at your station and opposite each name give average amount of milk he thinks he will deliver during the coming year.
5—Give a complete list of members who are not now delivering milk at your station and who have never delivered milk at any station and opposite each name give the average amount he thinks he will deliver during the year.
6—If more {than one shipping station be represented in your local station give separate lists for each station with name of station.
7—Give full name of owner of your station.
8—Give full name of persons now buying milk at your station.
9—Give names of all places so far as you can, on your railroad or boat line delivering milk to the New York City market not now organized.
Your executive committee is sparing no pains or trouble in bringing the work to a successful termination and if each one of the secretaries to whom this circular is sent performs his duty you cannot estimate the value to your committee of the information thus gained. Please number each answer to agree with the corresponding question and return them at once, carefully made up to: H. T. COON, Secretary, Little York, N. Y.
THE NORMAL KINDERGARTEN.
Names of the New Ones Selected to Fill Vacancies in the Class.
The selection of new members for the Normal Kindergarten was made this morning. The names were drawn in the presence of Miss Lillie H. Stone and Miss Grace K. Duffey by a person not connected with the Normal school, and in no way directly interested in the class. It was found on looking over the list of those who had not graduated from the class that several had moved from town and therefore that there were more vacancies than were previously mentioned.
Sixteen names were drawn out of forty-two handed in, as follows: George C. Ames, Donald Jackson, Burton Jennings, David Parker, Carl Peck, Harold Rood, Montgomery Young, Edna L. Bussing, Marlea Eastman, Mildred Eells, Esther Head, Irene McCarthy, Gladys Morse, Mildred Smith, Laura Stilson, Alberta Graham.
If any parent shall conclude not to send his child to the kindergarten he should notify Miss Lillie H. Stone, principal of the kindergarten department, or Dr. Cheney, as soon as possible. If any of these who are now members of the class do not appear at the end of the first week of school his place will be considered vacant and some one drawn to fill it unless his parent communicates with Miss Stone explaining the absence.
It may be of interest to the public to know how these names were drawn. The names of the forty-two applicants were written on forty-two cards of exactly the same size and color, and all the cards were placed face downward upon a table. The party who drew them was then called into the room. He had never seen one of the cards before, and didn't know what was wanted of him till summoned. He was told to pick out any sixteen cards that he wished to from the lot, and he picked at random with the above result.
Underwood Family Reunion.
The annual picnic of the Underwood family was held Tuesday in the grove of the late Lewis Underwood, 3 1/2 miles Southeast of McGraw. The day was pleasantly spent in a social way, and in renewing old friendships. There were about 140 in attendance. The following officers were elected for the coming year:
President—Norman Underwood, Freetown Corners.
Vice President—Joseph Underwood, Freetown Corners.
Secretary—Mrs. Joanna A. May, Texas Valley.
The next family picnic will be held at the home of Joseph Underwood at Freetown Corners the last Tuesday of August, 1900.
Snyder Family Reunion.
The twenty-sixth annual reunion of the Snyder family occurs on Saturday, Sept. 2, at the usual place one mile west of Etna. Every member of the family is earnestly requested to be present, as this year completes a quarter of a century of these pleasant gatherings. A cordial invitation is also extended to all friends and relatives of the family to participate in this eventful occasion.
A FAMILY PICNIC
Of the Foxes Who Live in and Near West Dryden.
The second annual picnic of the Fox family occurred at Riverside park, Freeville, on Saturday, Aug. 20, and from the fact that it was a reunion of one of the oldest and best known families in that vicinity was an event of more than passing interest to others beside the participants.
While much of Tompkins county was still a primitive wilderness and many of its pioneer settlers were living in log cabins Samuel Fox bought a large tract of land in the town of Dryden near its northwestern boundary. A small village sprang up at this point and for many years was called Fox's Corners. Later the postoffice name was changed to West Dryden.
Samuel Fox was a man of heroic build, tall and massive, straight as an arrow and with a mind as powerful and forceful as his body. The distinguishing characteristics, however, of this robust pioneer were his absolute integrity, united to an almost womanly tenderness. These traits have been particularly manifest in his descendants. It has been a boast of his children and his children's children, down to the third and fourth generations that no stain had ever marred the family name. An exceptionally large number of Samuel Fox's descendants have become ministers of the gospel. More have at some time entered the profession of teaching. For nearly a century, from the pulpit and the teachers' desk as well as through the press, the family have wielded a widespread and aggressive influence for good. Patriotism has ever been a strong element in the family. The Foxes were nobly represented in the war of the revolution as well as in the civil war. The sons in the family have been less in number than the daughters, and not a large number are now left who bear the name.
At the picnic on Saturday last, sixty-seven of the family were present, many of them from neighboring counties, two from an adjoining state. Letters of regret were read from several relatives who could not be present, one of especial interest coming from the far West from a branch of the family which for more than three-quarters of a century has been separated by distance from eastern friends. The Foxes have been among the sweet singers of Israel and though many who have sung most sweetly have joined the choir immortal, and others have grown too feeble with age to sing with former vigor, the singing at each of the reunions has been a pleasant feature. Two long tables loaded to their utmost capacity and made attractive with the fruits and flowers of the season proved a special attraction to the younger members of the company.
The next picnic will be held at the Cortland park, the third Wednesday in August, 1900. A general invitation is extended to all relatives of the family.
BREVITIES.
—The Street Railway association of the state of New York will meet at Ithaca on Sept. 12 and 13.
—The edict has gone forth that earrings are to be worn again, and the jewelers are preparing themselves for an immediate demand for that article of jewelry which was relegated to oblivion ten years or more ago.
—The STANDARD is indebted to some one who forgot to give his name for copies of the San Juan News of Aug. 12 and 13 giving accounts of the terrible storm in Porto Rico. The papers would be a credit to any city in the United States.
—New display advertisements to-day are—A. Mahan, Musical Festival, page 6; Darby & Bentley, Conservatory of Music, page 4; D. C. Lewis, Thousand Islands, page 5; Driscoll Bros. & Co., Carpenters Wanted, page 8; Palmer & Co., Ladies Dress Skirts to Order, page 4.
—After Sept. 1 the three churches in McGraw change the night of holding their weekly prayer-meeting from Wednesday to Thursday to conform to the custom in Cortland. This is doubtless to prevent a conflict between a service in one place and some social event in the other which people in both places desire to attend.
—Special trains will be run to the State fair at Syracuse on Wednesday, Thursday and Friday of next week leaving Cortland at 8:10 A. M. arriving at the fairgrounds at [9:45]. Returning the train will leave the Syracuse station at 6:30 P. M. The special train will be run only upon the days mentioned above.
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