distance and the tide for freedom from oppression and abuse.
I lay
beside him as, wet and chilled, he listened earnestly for the splashing
of oars or for other sounds which might indicate that his flight was
discovered. I heard the creaking of the windlass as the anchor was
raised, the sails unfurled, and the vessel moved out upon the ocean.
I shared with him his utter loneliness and despair when he realized
that he could never see home and kindred again. I had a vision of the
beautiful girl standing upon the rocks, and felt the power of that look
of kindness and sympathy which changed and directed his life. I saw
him toiling through the long days and into the nights, his heart and
energies fixed upon securing the prize he sought. I listened as he told
his love, and heard her earnest, loving acceptance. I went into their
home, the abode of happiness and contentment, lighted by her love and
devotion to her husband and children. I went into yonder meeting-
house, which he helped to build, and saw Rachel leading her children
into the sanctuary that they might learn holy things and the better,
truer duties of life. I thought of her meeting the suffering, trials and
sorrows of motherhood, "the holiest thing that lives." It is the glory
of womanhood that she has the power to meet bravely the pain, the
trials and the sorrows of life, lighting up the dark places with her love
and loyalty.

Rich as the gold-veins, glittering bright,
Pure as the dewdrops in morning light,
Sweet as the honey from flower and bee,
Deep as the depths of the boundless sea,
Holy as the heaven-rays shining above,
Bright with vernal beauty is woman's love.

Just two hundred years have passed away since she flashed the glance of kindness, sympathy and sweetness that directed his destiny and mine, and today, I, her great-great-great-grandson, pay this tribute of reverence and respect for woman and the memory of Rachel Tower.

Members of this society will be proud of the fact that among their number is General Luther Stephenson (Member No. 264), the John Tower Descendant mentioned above as the first soldier who took the oath of allegiance to the Union at the opening of the Civil War. During the war General Stephenson was brevetted for gallantry on the field.

After a final selection by the orchestra, Rev. Geo. W. Burke, at the request of the President, made a few closing remarks. He then pronounced the benediction.

At the conclusion of the exercises some of the visitors were obliged to leave by early evening trains for their respective homes. Others remained to enjoy a continued welcome at the home of Mr. Daniel N. Tower. We should also add that the old Hingham Homestead was not neglected. It was kept open for visitors, and during the day and evening many found opportunity to enjoy again the hospitality of the President of the Society, and his family. Since the events of this chronicle occurred we have heard much of automobile trips by moonlight from Cohasset to Hingham, and report has it that a personally conducted party, under the leadership of Oliver Tower, repaired to a Hingham hostelry. There, after a substantial meal, as guests of the Corresponding Secretary, discussion of T. G. S. business, interspersed with the reminiscences and anecdotes of our cousin, Luke Tower, from western New York state, occupied them far into the night. These and the like unrecorded post-reunion gatherings were much enjoyed.

It is with regret that we announce the death of the following members:

Member No. 252, Edwin Murray Tower (7), died September 23d, 1910, at Buffalo, N. Y.

Member No. 156, Mrs. Mary Binney (Tower) Malcolm (9), died July 3d, 1911, at Newtonville, Mass.

Member No. 53, Miss Anna Elizabeth Tower (8), died November 9, 1911, at Cambridge, Mass.

Our Recording Secretary and his family mourn the loss of a father, Miner Tower (7), who was a member of our Society (No. 299), and for many years a resident of Florida and North Adams, Mass. He died October 2d, 1911, at his late home in North Adams.

He was a man who fairly represented those sterling characters who settled the rugged Berkshire Hills about one hundred and forty years ago. The very type of man who made Ethan Allen and his Green Mountain Boys famous in song and story. A rugged farmer nearly six feet in height, he met his death by accident in following his occupation of butcher.

All those who were fortunate enough to attend the first reunion will remember with pleasure meeting George P. Tower and Peter S. Tower of Youngstown, N. Y. These elderly gentlemen came over 400 miles to attend this reunion.

It is with extreme sorrow that we are obliged to record the death of Peter Smith Tower (8), Member No. 35. He died October 4th, 1911, at Youngstown, N. Y. A member of our Society, an honored citizen of Youngstown, N. Y., and a faithful employee of the United States Customs Service.

MARRIED

Miss Edith Belle Tower (9), Member No. 177 of Springfield, Mass., to Edwin Leonard Bowker, of Cleveland, Ohio.

We offer our best wishes to Mr. and Mrs. Bowker whose marriage was solemnized on October 18, 1911, at the home of the bride's father in Springfield, Mass. Mrs. Bowker is the daughter of Frank Warren Tower, Member No. 158. She is a graduate of the Central High School of Springfield, and has been prominent in musical circles, as well as a successful teacher in kindergarten work. Mr. Bowker is a graduate of Harvard University, and a member of the editorial staff of the Cleveland Plain Dealer. Mr. and Mrs. Bowker will make their home in Cleveland.

SOUVENIRS

The souvenirs at the Cohasset Reunion were of special interest, and the Souvenir Committee which provided them, is deserving of much praise, $10.70 being added to the Society's funds from this source.

NOTICES

The Memorial Committee is now receiving contributions to the John Tower (1) Memorial. An additional amount of one thousand dollars must be raised. Let the response be as prompt and as liberal as possible. Contributions should be sent to Geo. Warren Tower, Chairman Memorial Committee, 791 East Fourth St., South Boston, Mass.

MEMBERS OF MEMORIAL COMMITTEE *

George Warren Tower, Chairman, 791 East Fourth St., So. Boston, Mass. Albert Edmund Tower, 192 Cameron Ave., Detroit, Mich.

Andrew Tower, 186 School St., Somerville, Mass.

Burt Adams Tower, Dillon, Montana.

Carl Vernon Tower, South Hingham, Mass.

Hon. Charlemagne Tower, 228 South Seventh St., Philadelphia, Pa.
Charles Wesley Tower, 72 Sorrento Ave., Springfield, Mass.
Daniel Nichols Tower, Cohasset, Mass.

Daniel Webster Tower, 531 Jefferson Ave., Grand Rapids, Mich.
Miss Florence Estelle Tower, 49 Seminary Ave., Auburndale, Mass.
Francis Earl Tower, Black River, N. Y.

Francis Emory Tower, D. D., 164 Western Ave., Albany, N. Y.
Frank Warren Tower, 63 Spring St., Springfield, Mass.

George Arms Tower, Edgewood, R. F. D. No. 2, Richmond, Va.

George Warren Tower, Jr., 3 Lincoln St., New Rochelle, N. Y.

Henry Franklin Tower, 681 Grant St., Denver, Col.

Isaac Lewis Tower, 209 South Clay St., Greenville, Mich.

James Wallace Tower, 1303 Fifth Avenue Building, New York City.

John Henry Tower, North Weymouth, Mass.

John Ibrook Tower, Old Homestead, Hingham, Mass.

Oliver Tower, 23 School St., Hingham Center, Mass.

Walter Lamont Tower, Dalton, Mass.

Rev. William Braman Tower, 1094 Washington Ave., The Bronx, New York City.

Lucius Warren Bartlett, Hartford, Conn.

Mrs. Mary Ellen Churchill, 22 Lynde St., Melrose, Mass.
Henry Collins Doyle, 61 North Main St., Pawtucket, R. I.

Charles William Gates, Petersham, Mass.

Mrs. Catherine Hurlbut, South Sudbury, Mass.

Miss Julie Annette Shaw, Cummington, Mass.

Rev. Charles Elmer Tower, 332 Sixth St., Mason City, Iowa.

THE ANNUAL REUNION

All

Of the Tower Family will be held on June 7, 8 and 9, 1912, at Detroit, Michigan. In this state alone there are more than 220 John Tower Descendants. who have visited Detroit will recall its beauty and the opportunities which it affords for a good time.

TELL YOUR RELATIVES AND FRIENDS
ABOUT THIS REUNION

Dr. David Bates Tower, 1060 Trumbull Avenue, Detroit, Michigan, will have charge of arrangements for the reunion.

Write to him for information.

Issued this 1st day of March, 1912, by order of the Executive Board of the Tower Genealogical Society (Inc.)

FORM 6-B.