Franklin Sentinel newspaper, 1900, Part 187

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every reason to prize. He said that the end of education was to put them in pos-

session of themselvee. The world today States had a need for educated men.

le looking for strong men and women,

for man now holds mightier forces than safely. The work doue in institutions ever before, and unless these forces were like .these would bring to the front men

rightly used there was going to he trouble. You are going out to sink or

to do is to take care of yourself and pur- sue happiness, Happiness is a coy crea- ture and is won only hy industry, and even then only secondarily. Use the

hest force God has given you; keep the

relish and joy of your young life. Life

is a diviue opportunity. Keep the sense of the peril of life. The world ie wild and lawlese and devilish. Keep ever in

mind the Lord Jesus Christ. God has His place for every man. The world bae need of men and women brave enough to battle with sin, vice, disease and death. Take the side of the oppreesed against the oppressor; take the side of

righteousness. Beware of insincerity ; he honest of heart. "To thine own self be true." He then awarded the diplomas. Benedictiou was also pronounoed by Dr. Pullman and the class united for the last time as a class in the oollege yell.

THE ORADUATES.

il Mollie Garfield Higgins, Bar Harhor,

*Harriet West Kellough, East Boston. | Myrtie Methyl Lougee, East Douglas. | Mary Louiee Mann, Franklin. *Clara Marshall, Nasbua, N. H. tAlice Elizabetb Phillips, West Med- |ford

*Edith Ardelle Phipps, Watertown. *Edna Gilmore Smith, Wakefield. | Clara Babson Woolford, Pigeon Cove. # William Victor Burnell, Boeton. Jamee Currler Clough, Enfield, N. H. James Murry Gallison, Frauklin. Winthrop Young Haycock, Calais, Me | Earl Roy Jenneas, Barton, Vt. "Arthur Ray Marshall, Manchester, N. H. #Ernest Presoott Nowell, Reading. tGeorge Edward Peareon, Salem. tiInrry Elmer Richardson, Eaet Auro- ra, N. Y.

Il Academie | College Preparatory $ Technical Preparatory

of echool days would come back with tender and enuobling influences.

was introduced hy Prof. Peirce by the remark that usually the addresses were all directed to the young men, but this time he desired the young ladies to have

guished guests, the complimentary re-

marks in regard to the pupil's and school, and he cau hardly fail to be encouraged to contione iu the work which he is doing, realizing as he must, the impor- tant influence it Is to have upou the life of the community and nation.

young meu and auother for the young women. However, the last twenty- five to the cuisiue of Dean academy when she Mrs. Livermore paid a deserved tribute said she could hardly bring herselt to believe that all the toothsome dainties were products of the Dean housekeeper. Her compliments found ready response in the hearte of every one of the nearly 225 guests at the tables. year have evened up the sexes; doors are opening in all directione for women. Now they are warmly welcomed iu ecience, lu art, in medicine, ou munici- pal boards, as trustees of estates, eto. Athletics is also doing much to emnucl- pate woman, improving her health, There was an unusually large number of former students at graduation, abow- ing how they cherish the memories of their sohonl life there, which la the prerequisite for happy living. Don't try to be a public woman. Remember that the bulk of future teaching muet be hy women, and they ought to be magnificently equipped. Every moment that the Salem Cadet orchestra wae playing was oue of plese- ure, as there is no finer body of instru- meutalista to be bad thau these musi- oians. Their playing is a distinct treat. The outsider eees only the social aud recreativo life of Dean. To the faltbful teachers who are doing so much for their young charges withiu those walls every moment must seem fraught with responsibility. How well the young people eball carry out the lessons learned there depends entirely npon themselves, and from this time on the responsibility She was glad to note that the "twen- tieth century baby" was coming out. Daughters should be taught how to keep bouee. She related her despairing attempts, and told how ehe delighted to etep out of her kitchen into the world of literature. She epoke of her experience in seeking admission to Harvard oollege, with five othera, simply ae listeners, President Quiuoy frowned upon their presumption, and she impetuously told lilm she hoped God would annihilate ev- could have It all to themselves. ery woman from Eve dowu to the young- est Infant, and then he (Qulnoy) and God has been shifted outo them. Many prayerful thoughts and earneet and high hopes will go with the students as they go out into life to make the most of themselves, That they will continue to

Publlo womeu live in glass bouses; they are obliged to behave; they can't ! "out up". She deplored the fact that be a credit to Dean is assured.

extreme.

car on Tuesday aud was compelled to

NOTES. suspend work for a few days owing to the mujury. The accident was caused by getting bis heel caught between the car and the side platform.

The Uuited Workmen entertained about 45 from Ames lodge of Woonsocket

also to initiate one candidate. The visit ing brethren and Master Workmau Cody made speeches, a collation was served aud a fine time enjoyed,

Don't forget the public meeting of the Greenbalge Literary society tonight.

The programu will consist of a drama, en- titled "Cousin Frank," piano duets, vo- cal and mandolin soloe and readings. A hearty invitation to attend 18 given to all. Come and bring your friends. Ad- mission free.

Iu regard to the lecture] by Dr. Morris in the Methodist church next Tuesday evening on "That Mysterious Man, " ex. changes speak most blghly of hie elo- quence, the value of bie thoughts, and the entertaining way in which he ;pre- eeuts them. It is a lecture that no one sbould fail to hear, as it will aid the churoh and repay the listener ae well. [OTHER LOCAL NEWS ON SECOND PAOE.]

Richardson's Market.

12 a. m., I.15 to 5 p. m., 7 to 8 Saturday Now, before the treee leaf fully, is the best time to arrange for photos of your home, either exterior or interior. Call tomatoes, choice beets, juicy rhubarb, and see samples and let me quote prices. the succulent string beans, etc. Freshi | Business honre during the summer, 8 to killed poultry, home killed veal, selected cuts of beef, prime pieces of corned beef, evenings. the best butter In town, strawberries, full baskets and finely flavored fruit. We will leave you a box daily if you de- eire during the season.

CALKIN, Photographer, Depot St. Send your boye to Ochee's barber ebop for a "clip." They will be more comfortable.

Ths vocal selectiou by Mr. Richard- son was thoroughly enjoyed, his fine voice being under excelleut control and cultivation. He was followed hy Mr. Pearson, who showed conclusively the advantages of a collegiate educatiou. It is mainly objected to because it is mis- understood. It ie considered unprofit- able because, it is asserted, it unfits young mea for hard work. This ie not 10. Nothing that one learns is valuelese.

Que learns one thing in order to know abother. As knowledge is capital, it is impossible to have too much of it. The main thing ie tbe discipline one gets and the use he makes of bie knowledge. At college be gaine an experience valuable in bis struggle with the world. He comes la contact with all sectione of the country and learns that he and his eec- tion are but the small part nf a mighty whole. He is thus better fitted for his lite work

"The Sunken Bell" was finely done, and though rather more pretentious than Is usually attempted, could hardly bave been improved upon. Mr. Maraball's conception of hie part was excellout and his acting strong. Mles Phillipa han- dled her part with pleasing grace, und Mr. Jenness was foroeful and clear. The applause was enthusiastic and well merited, "The Coming of the Birds," by Miss Pbipps, was a delightful wood picture, and ebe evidently bas an eye for seeing many thilnge about the woodle and folds that ordinarily escape the ons. wal observer. She happily described the habits of our eougstere nud other birds, likening them to partlolpauta in a chareli, wltb officers, organ, listeuers, . Engilalt

and haste. It was doubly effective be. cause he had lived what he wrote.

Miss Longee made a happy turn to the thoughts by her essay upon "Our New

meats, salmon, croquets, rolls, coffee, cake, fruit jellies, ice cream, ices, etc. Dr. Cushman asked the blessing and for nearly au hour the guests bestowed Porto Rico, Manila, etc., but instead ebe their attention upon the damties, and described the various pictures which now hung upon the walls of Dean, aud which repreeeuted love on the part of

former classes and individuale. These pictures taught the pupils lessons; they spoke of love and loyalty, and could not

At the close of the banquet Prof. Peirce said that at times it seemed ss if the country failed to look with approval up- on the attempts at education, but with the coming of the June days the interest

walls of Dean. He spoke of the educa- tinnal condition of Nantucket at one time, due to the wise foresight of Cyrus Pierce. He praised the instructors at Dean and felt that their work would be lasting.

all who had grown gray in the fostering care of the school, the alumni and all Dr. Roblin attached himself ;to Dean St. Mary's school graduating exercises will be held in the Opera house on Thurs- day evening, June 21. by a humorous story. He felt that what the class bad learned would; go with them through life. He advised against au unwise pessimism, and also against an unwarranted optimism, suggesting a wise normalism. He would advise pa- tience. If Puritan and Pilgrim mothers Mies Nellie Razee has just returned had made substantial gifts. Beautiful attained so much, how much more would be required of women of today, to from a several days' visit in Springfield.

the audience for something enjoyable, and as they drew the gifts from the bag pictures had been douated, gracing the

Dancla the accompanying remarks were re- walls. The school had had its losses, in whom so much is given. Set about your classee graduating, which was at the work with loyal hearts, intrepid spirits ceived with laughter and- evident enjoy- ment. It was a novel and interesting same time an element of strength, as and undaunted souls before your fellow- men and your Maker.

change from the stereotyped method of they went out into the world better

"dealing iu futures." equipped to fight its battles, broadening the school's influence.

Charles E. Hatfield, '82, was glad to he back at Dean, and paid a loving tribute to Chester B. Smith. Miss Clara Car-

Miss Maun'e effort was one of the fine things of the programme as sbe made a There had been a severe loss in the

plea for the ideal in life. Many of our ! death of four members of the board of penter, '86, of Valley Falls, was living ideals are nearer to truth than our real trustees, Messrs. Whittier, Ballou, Smith

things In literature the temperament of and Ray, who had given of their time,

tbelr devotion, their money and their

the author oolors all that he does; in sculpture it is the same. Children love loyalty. Mr. Ray had come to seem al-

the fairy stories of their childhood and most a part of the school itself, and

without him it could almost be said ex. Istence would have been impossible.

The school must now look to the grad-

uates for support, for loyalty, for devo-

exercises were brought to a close. Then Mr. and Mrs. Carl B. Johnson attended

followed the annual alumni meeting in the parlor, electing the officers for the on Wednesday, Mrs. Johnson being a former graduate.

urer, Miss Lulie B. Shaw; executive committee, Charles A. R. Ray, James M. Gallison, Miss Clara Carpenter.

In the evening the reception to the

class was held in the gymnasium, which

Wrentham Universalist church next Son- day afternoon at 4 o'clock, instead of Wrentham centre, as previously an- nounced.

W. Elkerton has taken the bake shop formerly occupied by E. Lovell Metcalf on Central street and will open a new bakery there as soon ae necessary repairs are made.

A hall team made up of some of the best local players and ex-leaguers from

out of town will play the Hyde Park quire of W. A. Wyckoff. team tomorrow afternoon at Indian Rock park.

about eeventy-five participating in the

who could grapple with the prolems of

the future and solve thom. He theu re-

swim. Banish the idea that all you have | lated with touching pathos hits from "Tom Brown at Oxford," aud "The ing every moment, with little thought

Newcomes," ehowing low the memories

a chance. Mrs. Livermore said she

thought the days had gone hy when it was necessary to have one thing for the

The gem of the afternoon'e addresses Prof. Peirce had every reason to feel proud yesterday at the success of the graduation, the presence of the distin-

wae that by Mrs. Mary A, Livermore, who

and "D. A." were accentuated with

England had come to depend upon her

educated men. Ae we were now about to enter upou a new colouial era the United

white and red lights, making a most brilliant effect. Large mirrors were also placed at the head of the hall. After

the reception the social was enjoyed,

grand march. This number was in- Lake Pearl was well patronized Tues- creased later as the dancing began. The costumes were unusually elaborate aud the young people appeared to be enjoy- day evening by Franklin people. A fine concert, given hy the American brass band, was part of the evening's eujoy- ment. Dancing was also indulged in.

that this was the closing scene of school Conductor Mark Knowlton bad his

life. The picture was delightful in the right arm injured by a fall from a trolley

After selections by the Salem Cadet orchestra, prayer was offered by Pres. Capen. The orchestra again favored the Claus lives, though as person he does not exist. The invisible spirit of our inner heing affects ue, and though shad- owy and unreal become later living truths. In her valedictory she spoke of audience, and Jamee Murry Gallison, a son of Dr. A. J. Gallison of this place, delivered the salutatory, feeling assured that the presence of friende there indi- cated their interest in the class, He welcomed them most heartily. To the they ebould no longer be a class but in- statement that athletics was a waste of dividuals. They were to go out for | thie district.

greater trials and joys. Here had been

laid the foundation for life work.

time lie dissented, iusieting that wisely directed it gave broad shoulders, clear brains, sinewy muscles, a sound body and a sound mind. The foot ball teams of Eugland were vital forces in the bat- tlo of Waterloo. Athletics trained the moral nature, induced temperate habits, brought about control of will, taught tbem to accept defeat without despair, aroused a healthy and wise enthusiaem, and helped round out the whole nature, thus benefiting the whole student and making him better able to fight the bat- tles of life.

tutious of learning not only here but in charmingly decorated, a large number of

England. He traced the history of Har-

electric lights having heeu put in. An

arc light bung in the centre, circled by incandescents draped with colored paper, while at either eud of the hall the "10013

vard, Yale, the preparatory schools of England like Eton, Winchester, Rugby, the colleges like Oxford and Cambridge.

men who could steer the ehip of state

again the delightful life at Dean. She spoke of the loving and patient work of the teachers, and said that if Deau

should suddenly be blotted nut of exist-

ence ite influence would go on and on in ever broadening circles. Prof. Wren of Tufte spoke of his pleasure at being agaln baci at Dean, and the afternoon's

Back of all was the interest in the schools. He gave a hearty welcome to

Miss Kellonghi's fine voice was ehown to decided advantage in a vocal selec friends of the school. Every year brings

tion, winning warm applause for the its gains and its losses. The school

singer and the eoug. The appearance of galued in strength and influence aud the class prophets, Edna Gilmore Smith power every year. Kind friends had

and William Victor Burnell, the two been raised up to assist the school. MIrs. youngest members of the class, prepared | Goddard, Charles Booth, Mrs. Morse

ish war were entbusastically received, as he brought again to memory many of the fearful things our soldiers were joy one of Dean's famous institutional forced to suffer through incompetency banquets, exceeded uowhere and rarely excelled. The tables looked very iu- viting and were loaded with salads, cold

Possessions." Of course everyone ex pected she was going to speak upou

there was surely no lack of appreciation red schoolhouse." He had at one time

on the part of any who partook.

fail to have a potent influence upon the lives of the students, increasing their taste for the beautiful and sweeteniug now increased. In good old New England everything tended toward the

their lives. She referred most touching. building up of mind and character.

Miss Edith Hodge; secretary and treas-

D. C. Coates on Pond street picked green peas from his own vines yesterday, which, so far as we can learn, are the first of the season.

Rev. Mr. Selleck will preach at Weet

was largely attended, and oue of the most enjoyable yet held, The room was

cherish tbem, even though aging years prove them to have been unreal, yet they taught a leeson. The spirit of Santa

Miss Woolford's etories in regard to the stars, believed by the ancients, were interesting indeed, showing an intimate knowledge of astronomy as well as myth . ology, many of the stories being new to hor audience. The next event, the ecene from the "Merchant of Venice," was Amely done, hoth Miss Higgins and Miss Garfield receiving the warmest commen- dation.

last evening, a degree team coming here lawn with a dull mower. Bring it to Rose's machine shop, and he will put it in perfect order. It will cut better, quicker and with far less exertion.

THE SENTINEL. FRIDAY EVENING, JUNE 15 1900.

The . Franklin . Sentinel.

Published Tuesdays and Fridays.

CARL B. JOHNSON, Editor and Proprielor MRS. C.B. JOHNSON Associate Editor.

Subscription Price $2 a Year In Advance.

Eole-ed at the Post Office at Franklin. Mass., as second-class malier.

Secretaries ot associations will confer a favor by sending us as early in the week as possible such matters as interest the public-election of officers, entertainments, etc.

Few people realize how much the stn- dent life nt Dean enlivenx the place nutil the summer months, when the grounds and buildings are deveiled. Franklin is fortunate indeed in having the institut- tion here, and its absence would be a distinct loss educationally, financially and meinlly.

Mr and Mrs. Anthony Viquiert and family and Ernest Artrue returnrd on Tuesday after spending a ten weeks' vacation visiting relatives in Reims, France, and alas viewing the Pants expe sition. Miss Lanue Lassans of Paris accompamed them and will spend a short vacation here.

There is talk of a new summer resort at Wrentham, near Lake Peail and Hu the line of the electric railway There Ix plenty of capital back of the owner. xlup of the property and the natural facilities are gund for an enterprise of the kind. Wrentha n is the puissessor of many spits which Natme has made de- hightful to the eye, and with a lew mind- ern conveniences for comfort they can be made attractive for the many

The sunday morning service al the Universalist chuich will he devoted to Inie Sittiday school interest. A concert program has been prepared under the direction of a committee for that purpose. The church will he decorated and the services will be full of interest Among the musical selections will be the follow- ing: elmir, selected; welcome mug, lit- Itle girls; wing, Mabel Snow and Marton Grant; Song, "Bindie's Sec el," Exmalı Metcalf: song, Berueile Hawkins; NODE Florence Grant; chan, selected

James S Timithaker, who lives In the Monat district, expects to have the ap printiDent to inral mail delivery ronte to be established m coonection with the postoffice here. The salary is to be $500). with which the messenger innst supply his own team. The runte extends from the ntlice here to the Mount district, thence to South Franklin then to Union- ville, through Poud street to Goat corner, along Partridge street to the Richardson place, ou Lincoln street to Brook street to the vicinity of City Mills, up Chestnut street to the office, a distance of about 18 or 20 miles.

The relectmen met Friday evening with the full board present. The bills approved were mostly for regular ex- penses and those sent in from the school committee. Representative Burringtou appeared for consultation iu regard to a proposed bridge at Quincy, the bill for which has passed the senate and is before the house. The bridge is of no particu- lar benefit in this part of Norfolk county, but it is proposed to bave the county contribute a large sbare of the expeuse, which will he heavy. Judge Ruggles reported to the board that Judge Bond of the superior conrt, to whom the mat- ter was presented, declined to approve the proposed curfew law.

About fifty members of the Woon- socket Epworth league, together with a large delegation of leagne members from Holliston, were entertained last Wednesday by the local chapter in the Methodist ebnrch. "The church was very prettily decorated with an ahun- dance of wild flowers and the commit tees In charge presented a very enter- taiulog as well as profitable program. The mandolin solos by Prot. Fred. B. Hicks of Woonsocket, the Ladies' quar et from Hullistou, readings by Miss Sadie Holbrook of Norfolk, vocal duets by Mrs. C. L. Stewart and Miss Bly of Franklin, together with remarks by the pastors, were among the interesting features. After the entertainment re freshments were served and a social hour followed.

The railroad commissioners gave a bearing in Boston last week on a petition of the Milford, Holliston & Framingham Street Railway company for permission to operate the line of the Milford, Attle- horn & Woonsocket company between Caryville and North Bellingham, as agreed between the companies, The commissioners were apparently favora- bly disposed toward granting the re- qnest, but desired the companies In se cure Ibe written consent of the Belling ham selectmen, and to furnish for the commissioners copies of the vules of the company directors whereby the op- eratiun of the line was sanctioned. The commissioners gave a hearing yesterday to the railway company fur leave ta at grade on South Main street, Milford.

The Late Oliver Dean.

The Boston Globe has been polishing a list of rich men of Boston 50 years ago. taken from a book polished at that 1 me. Among The fist is the following in irla inn ta the late driver De in :

** Dean, Oliver-Som Compar ced 1000; physician Native of Franklin 11 health obbged him to quit practice and he traveled in Enge Engaged in In Amskeng enterprise, Was Here ful, became pirsidert of Framingham bank ; is now president of the Dela ne corporation at Manchester; the founder of Dean."

The widow of The Dean is still a text- dent of Wrentham and in always ready 1} to assist any good uliject That mintes tre her metice

CASTORIA.

For Sale-An open bngev and twu second hand harnesses all in good con

Bears the Signature Chart Fletcher.

An Eesuomical Move.

Mr. Sprigge-My dear, it won't be neerssary for you to go to the auction at Mr. Sellout's to-morrow. Mrs. Spriggs-There muy be two or three things there that I want, and. be- sides, I enjoy going to anetious.

"There won't be any auction there." "Why not ?"

"I stopped In to-day and bought every thing be bad at private sale." "Everything? Private sale ? Are you crazy ? What In the world did you do that for"!"

"Because I didn't want you in go to- morrow and pny three or four prices for everything."-N. Y. Weekly

Appearances Deceitful.

"I, struck a new one the other day." raid the man who is about to move. "when I went to see n house of which a faithful Irishman was custodian, 'Too small, too small,' I said, as soon as I saw the place.

"*Go nisy, sor,' he replied. 'till I sbow yez t'rough. Yez'll foind the house much larger on the Inside than It is on the outside, sor. "-Cleveland Leader.

No Apparent Motive. Jack the Kisser was brought into court.

"Are these the complaining wlt- nesses?" asked the judge.

"We are." they answered. The judge inspected them,

"Officer." he said, "take the prisoner to the detention hospital for examina- tion as to his sanity. This is not a criminal case."-Chicago Tribune.

\ Question of Dencent.

O'Brien-And so Jaykers is proud av his descint, is he?

MeTurk-Yes; he is terribly stuck up about it.

O'Brien-Well. hegorra. Oi've a bit av a descint meself to boast about. Oi descinded four stories wanst whin the lauder broke and viver sphilled brick !- Baltimore Sun.

Gnt What She Wanted.

"George." she said. iu a nervous whis. per. "yon must give me time-you must give me time."

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Franklin Sentinel newspaper, 1900, Part 187

Author: Publication date: 1900 Publisher: Number of Pages: 436

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Publication date: 1900
Publisher:
Number of Pages: 436