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On 7. 29. 1896 The Association met
at Plainfield one day earlier than
usual, only 9 members & 10 guests which
included the members of the family
were present. Not withstanding
the intense heat we felt it a privilege
to once more meet at the home
of our valued member Hadassah
J. Moore whose advanced age and
infirm health prevent her attending
our meetings - she passed her
80th birthday on 6. 20. 1896 - her daughter
Esther Moore read two beautiful passages
written for that anniversary by Bessie
Miller Thom. The following sentiment
was given by H. J. Moore

" In all debates, let truth be my
aim - not victory or an unjust
interest, endeaver to gain, rather
than expose my antagonist".

Mary E. Moore's sentiments make a
point of gaining happiness by making
others happy. Jane T. Porter's
continued indisposition prevented
her being with us but she sent
one of her choice contributions
read by Mary E. Moore.