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H/5/1974 -1-

"Riverside," May 7^th, 1974
Hosts: Bill and Betty Hartge & Rebecca Small.

When the "Horticultural Society" met at
"Riverside", one could almost feel an aura of
memories around us because a couple of
generations ago the family who lived in
their very same wonderful home were dedicated
members. The box which the secretary uses
for the minute book et al, was made and
carved by Charles Iddings, grandfather of
Rebecca Small, great-grandfather of Betty
Hartge. On the secretarys table was a
slender silver vase which had been presented
to his wife, Elizabeth Staker Iddings to
express the gratitude of the group for her
1870-1912 *Many years of recording the minutes.

Before going to dinner which as usual
offered a wide choice from "cover dishes",
Bill and Bettys garden site was admired.
A border of vigorous rhubarb plants
was spectacular. The plot is well mulched
and slopes to the south, perfect for future
vegetables.

Alan Thomas convened the meeting
in the absences of Buzzy Hussman.

Guests were Mason and Tyler Hanland