Said society having for its object to extend sympathy and bortherly love to any one of its memebers who has happened to become disappointed in such affairs as have their origin with the irrestable little Cupid. Also to encourage and work up the sentiment that the woman--since she now has a right to mingle in politics and occupy the pulipt--ought to have a right to propose to whom she sees fit; and last but not least to work with the greatest energy against any proposed taxation of bachelors.

The society is strictly secret. Like any other society, it has had its ups and downs. During the last two years, quite a number of its members have been dropped on account of their inability to withstand the glowing temptation of matrimonial life.

Others have joined, however, and the society is in a flourishing condition. Through the energy and perseverance of the present Ancient Grand Deputy Bachelor, E.A. Sor, the membership has, since the beginning of the new century, more than doubled. The writer had the pleasure of being present at their last regular open meeting, which was held at the Bachelors Hall, the 29th ult. [note: ultimo, i.e. last month] and, indeed it was pleasant; it was delightful to see the ancient fellows hug each other and muttering words of encouragement never to give up the "chosen path of celibacy."

The present officers are: Gust Berg, A.G.D; C.E. Peterson, A.V.G.B; Gust Sturm, A.G.S.; John Sarnbloom, A.G.C. also instructor in the art of cooking; L. Erickson, A.G. chaplan; A. Davison, A.G.V.G.; Gust Berg, A.G.O.G. and John Berglund, A.G. magician.

The following are additional members, who have joined during the last few months and are in good standing with probably two or three exceptions: John Svedlund, Ole Erickson, Aug. A. Peterson, John N. Johnson, Arvid Hake, Peter Lundin, C.E. Johnson, C.J. Strand, Chas. Johnson Jr., P. Schyttner, William Forsberg, J. Holm, Emil B. Erickson and Andrew Floodman.

After some preliminary work, the meaning of which I could not grasp, the above mentioned meeting was called to order by the A.G.B. and the program for the evening carried out. The debate on the subject "Resolved: That Marriage Is a Failure," brought forth a volume of eloquence and lasted over an hour. The essay, "How to Bake Bread" was well received, as was also "Patching an Old Pair of Trousers," "Making the Pumpkin Pie as Mother Did It" and "The Art of Scrubbing." A declamation, "I Love to Be a Single Man, No Wife to Bother me" was received with great enthusiasm.

But when the chief musician lifted up his head and sang:

Cynthia, Cynthia. I've been thinking what a nice world this would be,
If the girls were all transported far beyond the Northern sea

Fortunately the noise gradually subsided and all was quiet and orderly again. Then they proceeded to wind up the entertainment with an old-time bachelor banquet. P. Schyttner figured as toastmaster. Arvid Hake responded with a toast on the subject, "The Proper Study of Mankind Is Man, the Most Perplexing One Is Woman." Chas. Johnson Jr. on the subject, "En qvinna, som tiga kan ar en Guds gafva." C.J. Strand spoke on the subject "The Craft of Woman Surpasseth All Understanding." C.E. Johnson expressed his thoughtson "What Is Home Without a Mother?" Willie Forsberg gave vent to his feeling in a little spring talk on "How to Raise Chickens With Profit." John Holm talked with dignity and conviction on the subject, "The Lord of the Creation." Andrew Floodman spoke with eloquence about "The Henpecked Husband," impressions received during his travels. Emil B. Erickson, "The Power of Prose," and Peter Lundin, "Love's Dream Is O'er."

When the last named gentleman concluded his speech, a tear or two was seen glistening in many eyes, and the napkins were freely used in wiping away the unexpected accumulation of moisture. The incident was a pathetic one and certainly left upon your humble correspondent a lasting impression. The members of the Bachelors Bachelorum are a lot of tenderhearted sympathetic souls.