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EQUITABLE FREIGHT RATES(Continued from Pago I.)The supper began at 7 o'clock and so smoothly did everything move that by 10:10. the banquet was concluded. The supper was served by Robert David-s( ii. chef of the Eagles' club in whosehall the meeting was held, and as usual. added lo the reputation of the chef and his capable assistant. Themenu was:Oyster Cocktail. Long Island Wafers Spanish Olives, Pickles,Roast Beef, Brown Gravy,Cold Roast Pork,Potatoes Duchess Ice Cream, Assorted Cakes,Coffee. Cigars,High school boys did the serving, the force consisting of Alton Bennett, Bernie Pearce, S. Mills Dean, A. E. Vaughn, Karl Umlor, Seth Ashton, Stanley Snyder, Andrew Kldred.After the invocation by the Rev. R.S. MacGregor of the First Methodist church, the attention of the assembly was devoted entirely to the dining portion of the evening and it was 7:15 when President Umlor rapped for order. Mr. Umlor stated that to say that the officers of the board of trade were gratified at the excellent attendance, was putting it mildly. “We have been honored by guestsfrom abroad coming many miles andI that you have shown your appreciation is a matter of gratification to ev-eiy officer and every member of theboard.” Mr. Umlor then read a letter of regret from S. M. Lemon of Grand Rapids, who was unable to attend because of the death of an old friend. Mr. Lemon expressed his regret at being unable to be here and thanked the board for the invitation.The president explained that last night's meeting was one of the first of a series that would be held and every citizen interested would be invited to be present. These meetings will not be executive in character but will be more for the exchange of ideas. Mr. Umlor then introduced Tlios. T. Bates to act as toast master.Toastmaster’s Address.In taking the chair, Mr. Bates stated that if the board of trade ever needed a slogan, “Be ready” should In adopted and each and all should he prepared, Mr. Bates stating that hlt; was quietly sitting at the other end ol t hlt;' table when he was called forward and informed that he was to preside. We are here tonight foi business and not to hear ourselves talk. We can talk any time,but we are here tonight to listen to our friends who have come to give us information and t he benefit of their ideas.” He thanked the chair for the compliment bestowed upon him and then began the pro-aram.The first num ter was a musical selection by the Moblo family orchestra which was so much enjoyed, theywere recalled, the Irish selection on the harp and violin being very well received.E. A. Stowe.Mr. Bates stated tnat it was almosttit I i 11 1 l*fAl 1 11 f'l* IV A SkfOWt'
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Traverse City Record Eagle
Traverse City, Michigan, US
Thu, Feb 25, 1909
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