Puntney, 50th Wedding Anniversary 1901

PUNTNEY

Posted By: Joy Moore (email)
Date: 3/9/2020 at 15:15:24

Source: Decorah Republican Feb. 21, 1901 P 2 C 2

On Wednesday last—February 13th— those most excellent people Mr. and Mrs. William Puntney were privileged to celebrate their Golden Wedding anniversary They were married in Dublin, Ind., and four years later—arriving on the 27th day of May, 1855,— came to Winnesheik county and selected for their home the southeast quarter of section 27 in Canoe township, where they have ever since resided
Their union has been blessed with seven children—three sons and four daughters. All of these children, with their families, were present, viz:
Frank Puntney, living at home.
Clinton Puntney, wife and daughter, of Bridgewater, S. D.
Mrs. Eva Lange, husband and son, of Canistota, S. D.
Otto Puntney and daughter, of Savage, Neb.
Mrs. Dora Headington, husband and three daughters, of Decorah.
Mrs. Lucy Lange, husband and son, of Bluffton.
Mrs. Cora Rose and husband, of Monroe, S. D.
Also Mr. Moritz Lang, of Bluffton
What is most remarkable is that not a death has occurred to break this circle of children and grandchildren, and all of them were present at this anniversary, save one grandson and daughter-in-law, who were compelled to remain at home in Nebraska.
A half-century of married life—a journey of fifty years with the same companion—sharing each other’s joys and sorrows—mutually interested in all things;—that is a long period and a rare experience. Such a blessing does not come to many, and it is no wonder that the descendants of such a couple all came home to share in the celebration of this golden wedding anniversary.
As one sees this joyous meeting of parents and children it calls to mind, "Only a child again just for to-night,” and we put away the cares of life for a time to share in the joys that come to but few on those rare occasions.
This being a golden wedding—not 30 to 1—this estimable couple were remembered by being presented with the following elegant and useful presents.
One gold-trimmed silver tea set of six pieces.
One gold-trimmed silver cake basket.
Four gold watches, with chains.
One gold wedding ring.
One gold brooch, set with pearls.
One gold Masonic watch charm.
One gold clock.
Two golden oak easy chairs.
One china gold-trimmed fruit dish.
One sofa pillow, embroidered with gold.
One box of cigars.
One box of bonbons.
Covers were laid for twenty-six at the feast that followed. The decorations were in green and gold. It is impossible to mention the many good things we had to eat, or paint a picture of the table and its contents. I heard something about a pleasant pain, and I thought of—
"O give me back the appetite I had long years ago.
When I a lad, and thinly clad, with cheeks a ruddy glow;
When distance 'tween the three day meals was cause for much annoy.
A distance quite, in fact too great, to suit a growing boy,”

Mr. Puntney was heard to remark that, “with so many good wishes he should start toward the diamond anniversary with more courage than ever.”