Millman - John - Mary - 44 anniv - Putnam

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Millman - John - Mary - 44 anniv

Source: Greencastle Banner, 24 Jan 1889 p 1

“Floyd Twp” -- The 44th anniversary of the marriage of John S. and Mary E. Millman was celebrated at their residence on Jan 16 by their friends and relatives. The weather being very inclement for such an occasion the attendance was small, though what were present were treated to fine apples and sweet cider. The dinner was prepared under the guidance of their daughter, Mrs. Tamer Huber. After the reading of Ecclesiastes III, 1-9 all were invited to partake of the bountiful repast, consisting of fine cakes, dressed fowl, and good things too numerous to mention prepared by Mrs. Huber. Mr. and Mrs. Millman were placed at the head of the table while the guests took their respective places around the table, and listed to the old time stories told by Mr. Millman, while dinner was being served. Mr. and Mrs. Millman were married at the bride’s parents, Moses and Charlotte Lewis, now deceased, by Rev. Charles Hunter.  In this township Jan 16, 1845 by Rev. Charles Hunter, deceased. They began life with no capital except what nature had provided. By their economy, they are now reaping the reward of their industry. Mr. Millman having learned the trade of making hats, at an early day, under the instructions of his father John Millman, deceased acquired the habit of buying fur which he has followed ever since, hence the name “John the fur-buyer.”  He has been a life long Republican, served nearly four years in the late war and came out without a bullet mark. They are the parents of 3 children, two of whom survive them, Mrs. Tamer Huber and Montgomery Wade, the other having died 22 years ago. They have led very industrious and peaceable lives, having gained the respect of all who know them. Among the guests were Lawrence Smith and wife, Spencer C. Millman and wife, Jacob Millman and wife, Simpson Evans, wife and three sons, James McBay and wife, Melvin Greenlee, George W. Smitz, John W. Iddings and Arthur Millman. The day having been spent very pleasantly all took their departure to their respective homes wishing the venerable couple many happy days.

Same page under “Floyd Township” – Although it rained hard Wednesday about 15 neighbors and friends gave Uncle John Millman and wife a happy surprise.  After the guests began to gather in, with well-filled baskets, Mr. Millman and wife remembered it was the 44th anniversary of their wedding. Willing hands soon spread a well-laden table, which groaned under the weight of the good things of the land. After dinner an evening of social enjoyment was indulged in. Mr. Millman and wife are still enjoying comparatively good health. When the guests departed they wished their host and hostess many happy anniversaries of their wedding.
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