The records of the last meeting were read and adopted. The treasurer reported $10.57 on hand. A list of the members who have died during the past year was read. Secretary Snow, declining further service on account of increasing infirmities, George A. Grant was chosen secretary.
The election of officers was as follows: President—Col. S. P. Richmond; Vice-Presidents—Maj. William E. Mason, Capt. O. A. Baker, Capt. Linus Hayward; Chaplain—C. A. Snow; Treasurer—Lieutenant Joseph Gibbs; Secretary—George A. Grant.
Executive Committee—Same as last year with the exception of the election of George A. Lackey, to fill the vacancy caused by the death of Capt. A. R. Wright.
Communications from Quartermaster Penniman and Honorable Philip M. Crapo expressing their regrets at being unable to be present were received. The meeting adjourned.
George A. Grant, Secretary.
The Third Regiment Association held its meeting this year in Fall River, July 26, 1900. They were the guests of Richard Borden Post, G. A. R. Fall River is the home of Companies C and D. The morning rain made it hard for many to attend.
Order was called at 11 A. M. The president’s speech was full of tenderness. Invocation by Chaplain Snow. The treasurer reported $28.03 on hand. The comrades stood at attention with uncovered heads while the secretary read the names of those who have passed away during the year.
The old board of officers was elected to serve another year, with the exception of G. A. Grant, who was elected treasurer to fill the vacancy caused by the death of Lieut. Joseph Gibbs. It was voted that our next reunion be held in Middleboro on the last Thursday in July, 1901. Mrs. Jennie Gibbs was voted an honorary member of this Association. The treasurer reported $29 in the treasury.