Ten Years Wedded
A Serenade and Presentation of a Handsome Gold Chain.
To a casual observer passing the residence of Mr. B. F. Colburn early lust Tuesday evening, nothing would attract the attention to indicate that by 8 o’clock it would be the scene of music and festivity. The premises wore a deserted appearance, the house was all shut up and a condition of complete desertion was evident.
Ten years of married life is a place in a lifetime not to be passed over without notice, at least so the Band thought, and it determined to make it at least a memorable one by showing its appreciation of Mr. Colburn’s services to the Band by giving him unawares a serenade. His wife was admitted into the secret with a few friends, and the plans skilfully carried cut.
Mr. and Mrs. E. A. Morse, to aid the scheme, entertained the couple at supper, and with it an invitation came to spend the evening, which was accepted. Meanwhile, the Band and a few friends took possession of the tent and house, and when all was ready word was sent to Mr. Colburn that a man wanted to see him at his home. As soon as he was in sight the Band struck up a lively air, and the surprise was complete.
Their leader wits presented through Mr. W. II. Gay, with a handsome gold chain; and Mr. Colburn responded to a short and pointed speech which Blaine might well envy for the expression of feeling it conveyed.
Mr., and Mrs. Colburn were also recipients of oilier useful and beautiful presents from their many friends.
After a few selections the Band was invited into the house for refreshments, and was entertained in a royal manner, following which, after a closing selection by the Band the party broke up, delivering the occasion a most enjoyable one and a complete success and ongoing, wished the host and boatos« many years more of happy wedded life.