■ Ex Etbns SEYMOUR DURST When you leave, please leave this book Because it has been said "Ever thmg comes I' htm who waits Except a loaned book." Avery Architectural and Fine Arts Library Gift of Seymour B. Durst Old York Library Digitized by the Internet Archive in 2013 http://archive.org/details/recordsofzodiaca01zodi RECORDS OF THE ZODIAC THIS BOOK HAS BEEN COMPILED AND ONE HUNDRED COPIES PRINTED IN ACCORDANCE WITH A RESOLUTION OF THE SIGNS ADOPTED AT THE TWO HUNDRED AND FORTIETH MEETING FRANCIS R APPLETON J P MORGAN. JR. RECORDS OF THE ZODIAC AS THEY APPEAR IN THE MINUTE BOOKS 1868-1915 NEW YORK PRIVATELY PRINTED MCMXVI THE ZODIAC DINING CLUB, founded in the City of New York in the year 1868 by a group of well-known men, has enjoyed a successful and uninterrupted career of forty-seven years, covering a period notable for the marvelous growth and development of the City, and the marked changes which have taken place in social life and customs. These Minutes of two hundred and seventy-two meetings, kept as they have been with great care, cannot fail to interest those who have shared in the proceedings recorded, as well as many who will recognize ties of blood and association with the Original Members of The Zodiac and their successors. Possibly some future student searching among ancient records may find in this volume a note of value concerning the life and manners of the past. V CONSTITUTION Article I. This Club shall be known as The Zodiac. Article II. It shall be composed of twelve members, which number shall not be increased. Article III. Any vacancy which may occur in the Club shall be filled by the unanimous choice of the members. Article IV. The Club shall meet at dinner on the last Saturday of every month between November and April both inclusive. Article V. The dinners shall be given at the New York Club, at the Union Club or at such other place as the majority of the members shall decide. Article VI. Each member shall, unless absent from the country, contribute five dollars toward defraying the expense of each of the regular dinners, and the cost in excess of this contribution shall be borne by those present at each dinner. Article VII. At each monthly meeting, the place of the next meeting shall be agreed upon and a caterer shall be chosen, whose duty it shall be to make the necessary arrange- ments for the ensuing dinner. Article VIII. Besides the regular dinners above provided for, there may be other dinners of the Club on the last Satur- vii clay of each of the remaining months of the year, provided that six members of the Club shall agree thereto, and the cost of these dinners shall be entirely defrayed by those present. EDWARD E. POTTER J. P. GIRAUD FOSTER EDWIN A. POST BROCKHOLST CUTTING WM. HOLLY HUDSON HENRY H. WARD JAMES H. STRONG WM. CUTTING A. C. MONSON W. L. CUTTING rich'd. CHURCH J. W. CLENDENIN J. HAMPDEN ROBB LOUIS MESIER EDWD. A. BIBBY H. S. FEARING G. S. BOWDOIN W. TURNBULL PH. SCHUYLER PETER MARIE W. F. CHRYSTIE HENRY W. BIBBY New York, February , 1868 CHARLES LANIER HENRY E. HOWLAND OSMUN LATROBE J. PIERPONT MORGAN S. B. FRENCH LEWIS CASS LEDYARD JOHN G. MILBURN FRANCIS R. APPLETON H. WALTERS WILLIAM BAYARD CUTTING JOSEPH H. CHOATE NELSON W. ALDRICH ROBERT BACON HENRY VAN DYKE J. P. MORGAN H. P. DAVISON R. V. LINDABURY F. K. STURGIS viii ORIGINAL MEMBERS EDWARD E. POTTER JAMES H. STRONG J. P. GIRAUD FOSTER WILLIAM CUTTING EDWIN A. POST A. C. MONSON BROCKHOLST CUTTING W. L. CUTTING WILLIAM HOLLY HUDSON RICHARD CHURCH HENRY H. WARD J. W. CLENDENIN At the eighth meeting, Saturday, March 27th, 1869, Mr. Strong moved that "the signs of the Zodiac be assigned by lot; that they should be drawn by the caterer and Mr. Hudson." The caterer and Mr. Hudson proceeded to draw with the following result: GEMINI .... . MR. POST TAURUS .... MR. STRONG CANCER .... MR. MONSON SCORPIO .... MR. CHURCH LIBRA . MR. FOSTER SAGITTARIUS . . MR. B. CUTTING CAPRICORNUS MR. W. L. CUTTING AQUARIUS MR. W. CUTTING VIRGO MR. WARD LEO MR. POTTER ARIES .... MR. CLENDENIN PISCES .... MR. HUDSON ii THE SIGNS ARIES J. W. Clendenin February 29, 1868 Henry E. Howland Elected February 23, 1901 Henry van Dyke Elected December 28, 1912 Richard V. Lindabury Elected December 4, 1914 TAURUS James H. Strong February 29, 1868 Louis Mesier Elected January 26, 1895 John G. Milburn Elected November 25, 1905 GEMINI Edwin A. Post February 29, 1868 William Bayard Cutting Elected January 30, 1909 Robert Bacon '. . . . Elected December 28, 1912 CANCER A. C. Monson February 29, 1868 Osmun Latrobe Elected March 29, 1902 Frank Knight Sturgis Elected January 29, 191 5 LEO Edward E. Potter February 29, 1868 J. Hampden Robb Elected March 29, 1890 Joseph H. Choate Elected March 25, 191 1 VIRGO Henry H. Ward February 29, 1868 Henry S. Fearing Elected February 22, 1873 William F. Chrystie Elected January 28, 1888 Lewis Cass Ledyard Elected December 27, 1902 si LIBRA J. P. G. Foster February 29, 1868 Peter Marie Elected January 29, 1887 J. Pierpont Morgan Elected November 28, 1903 J. P. Morgan Elected November 29, 1913 SCORPIO Richard Church February 29, 1868 Francis R. Appleton Elected January 26, 1907 SAGITTARIUS Brockholst Cutting February 29, 1868 Edward A. Bihby Elected January 29, 1870 George S. Bowdoin Elected February 28, 1880 Henry P. Davison Elected January 31, 1914 CAPRICORNUS W. L. Cutting February 29, 1868 Philip Schuyler Elected January 30, 1886 Henry Walters Elected January 26, 1907 AQUARIUS William Cutting February 29, 1868 Charles Lanier Elected November 27, 1897 PISCES William Holly Hudson February 29, 1868 William Turnbull Elected January 31,1880 Henry W. Bibby Elected January 27, 1894 Seth Barton French Elected December 27, 1902 Nelson W Aldrich Elected March 25, 191 1 xii THE SECRETARIES WILLIAM CUTTING AQUARIUS JAMES H. STRONG TAURUS PETER MARIE LIBRA JAMES W. CLENDENIN ARIES HENRY W. BIBBY PISCES LOUIS MESIER TAURUS J. HAMPDEN ROBB LEO FRANCIS R. APPLETON SCORPIO xiii HONORARY RETIRED LIST James H. Strong — Taurus Retired November 24, 1894 Edwin A. Post — Gemini Retired November 28, 1908 Richard Church — Scorpio Retired January 26, 1907 Osmun Latrobe — Cancer Retired December 30, 19 14 THE MINUTES The Zodiac FIRST MEETING It having been decided, at an informal meeting, to have the Initiatory Dinner at t lie New York Club House, on this Saturday, February 2()th, 1868, the following gen- tlemen are present: Edward E. Potter, J. P. Giraud Foster, Edwin A. Post, Brockholst Cutting, Wm. Holly Hudson, Henry H. Ward, James H. Strong, Alonzo C. Monson, Walter L. Cutting, Wm. Cutting, Sec'y. J. W. CIcndcnin. Caterer. — Gcn'I. Edward E. Potter having been se- lected to act as caterer, presented the following menu: Oysters on the deep shell Potage a la Bagrancion Hors-d'oeuvres Bouchees a la Reine Terrapins a la Maryland Entrees Filets de volaille au Supreme Asparagus Roman punch Roast Saddle of mutton — String beans Lettuce — Cheese — Pudding glace Mixed cakes — Fruits In addition to the Wines &c. ordered by the caterer, the following contributions were presented By Mr. Foster Chateau Lafite 1848 " " Hudson (Blandy ?) Madeira " " Ward Brigham's Amontillado 1840 " " Potter Jamaica rum saved from the wreck of the ' Lambs' Mr. A. C. Monson was appointed caterer for the next meeting to be held at the New York Club House, March 28th proxo. On motion, the question of adopting a name for this Association was referred to the following committee: Edwd. E. Potter Chairman, H. H. Ward, Wm. Cutting. 3 SECOND MEETING Saturday March 28th, 1868 New York Club House Present: A. C. Monson, caterer; Edward E. Potter, J. P. Giraud Foster, Edwin A. Post, Henry H. Ward, Wm. Holly Hudson, Brockholst Cutting, Walter L. Cutting, Wm. Cutting. Menu: Little neck clams French peas Potage — Printanier Roast — Chapon aux truffes Fish — Striped bass Lettuce — Cheese Sauce Hollandaise Ice-cream, Napolitaine Releves — Marrow bones — Spring lamb Oranges — Bananas The following contributions of wines were made: Montrachet by Mr. Foster Latour Blanche " " Monson Laubenheimer 1858 " " Post Sherry " " " Madeira Brahmin 1828 " " Ward Plantation rum " " Monson It was decided that the next and last regular meeting this season should be at the American Jockey Club House at Jerome Park, Saturday, April 25th, with Mr. Wm. Cutting as caterer. The cost of this dinner was Dinner 85.00 Wines, &c. 3.43 58.43 4 THIRD MEETING Saturday April 25th, 1868 American Jockey Club House, Jerome Park Present: Edward E. Potter, J. P. Giraud Foster, Edwin A. Post, Win. Holly Hudson, Henry H. Ward, James H. Strong, A. C. Monson, W. L. Cutting, caterer Wm. Cut- ting, Sec'y. J. W. Clendenin. Menu: Soup — Printaniere Broiled chicken Cost of dinner excessively extortionate. Mr. H. H. Ward was appointed caterer for the next regular meeting in November next, at the New York Club. Fish — Salmon — Shad Bouchees a la Reine Roast lamb — green peas Tomato salad — Gruyere cheese Ice-cream — Beignets souffles Apples — Oranges — Bananas 5 FOURTH MEETING Saturday November 28th, 1868 New York Club House Present: H. H. Ward, caterer; Edward E. Potter, J. W. Clendenin, A. C. Monson, Win. Holly Hudson, W. L. Cutting, Brockholst Cutting, Wm. Cutting. Menu: Oysters Soup — Consomme a la Royale Petites bouchees a la Reine Fish — Salmon trout Sauces Hollandaise et Genoise Releves — Saddle of mutton Pommes de terre a la Duchesse — Haricots verts Entrees — Chartreuse de perdreaux Cauliflower Crepes a la Provencale Roast — Canvas-back ducks Mixed salad — Cheese Marrow bones Entremets Sucres — Coques habillees Assorted fruits The following were the donations of wines, &c. Latour blanche 1847 Caswell Sherry Laginsland (Rhein) 1862 Madeira Cost: by Mr. Monson " " Ward imported by W. C. Otis and presented by Mr. Ward. The Otis wine from Chs. L. Livingston by W. L. Cutting. Dinner Wines &c. S4.80 6.13 Mr. J. P. Giraud Foster was chosen as next caterer, the dinner to be given at Delmonicos. At this meeting many other important questions and business discussed, the matrimonial pool was sold, a copy of the bids accompanies these minutes. Note. — Allusions to bets and pools are retained as they appear in the minutes, but these bets and pools do not appear "at the back of the book" in this printed copy. 6 FIFTH MEETING Saturday December 26th, 1868 Delmonico's 14th St. Present: J. P. Giraud Foster, caterer; H. H. Ward, W. L. Cutting, Edw. E. Potter, Win. Holly Hudson, Brock- hoist Cutting, Edwin A. Post, James H. Strong, Wm. Cutting. Menu: Huitres Sorbet Consomme a la Brunoise Canvas-back ducks Bass, Hollandaise Fromages Selle de mouton a 1'Anglaise Excellent au cafe Souffles de cailles Fruits, etc. — Dessert Choux-fleurs Villevoy Cost of dinner, without wine, 54.00 Walter L. Cutting was chosen caterer for the next meeting to be at Delmonico's. / SIXTH MEETING Saturday, January 30th, 1869 Delmonico's Present: Walter L. Cutting, caterer; H. H. Ward, Ed- ward E. Potter, Wm. Holly Hudson, J. W. Clendenin, Edwin A. Post, Wm. Cutting, Jas. H. Strong. Mr. E. H. Coster presented thro' Mr. W. L. Cutting a bottle of Madeira known as the Gerard Coster Wine. The innocent beverage of the Lambs, known as "Lambs Milk" was introduced at this meeting and adopted as the special beverage of this Association. Mr. Wm. Cutting having tendered his resignation as secretary, the same was on motion accepted, and Mr. James H. Strong was unanimously elected secretary to fill the vacancy. Mr. Edwin A. Post was chosen caterer for the next meeting to be held at the New York Club House. Menu: Huitres Sorbet Cailles rotises — Salade Charlotte a la Parisienne Biscuits Tortoni Fruits — Desserts Consomme aux quenelles Bass — Sauce Hollandaise Selle de mouton a I'Anglaise Grenades de volaille a la Perigord Cost of dinner without wine, $4. 8 SEVENTH MEETING Saturday February 27th, 1869 New York Club House Present: Jas. H. Strong, acting caterer in place of Ed. A. Post, who was prevented from acting; Walter L. Cut- ting, Wm. Holly Hudson, J. W. Clendenin, H. H. Ward, Edward E. Potter, Wm. Cutting. Menu: Huttres Bisque de crabes Consomme a la Royale Filets de sole au vin blanc Olives — Celery Selle de mouton a l'Anglaise Petits pois francos Croquettes de pommes de terre Chartreuse of guinea-chicken Red-head ducks Lettuce — Fromages de Brie & Roquefort Ices — Excellent au caf£ Fruits assortis Mr. Clendenin was chosen caterer for the next meet- ing at the New York Club House. Cost of dinner S4.00 Wines &e. $1.35 EIGHTH MEETING Saturday, March 27th, 1869 New York Club House Present: J. W. CIcncIcnin, caterer; Edward E. Potter, J. P. Giraud Foster, Wm. Holly Hudson, Henry H. Ward, Wm. Cutting, W. L. Cutting, Richard Church, James H. Strong. Menu: Huitres Puree d'asperges Consomme de volaille aii quenelles Alose Grillee, Sauce Hollandaise Concombres — Olives — C£leri Terrapins a l'Augustin Celeri au jus — Petit pois francais Chapon au truffes Salade de tomate au Bermuda Laitue de Boston Fromage de Brie & Roquefort Glace Napolitaine Fruits assortis Caf6 noir Cost of dinner Wines 85.82 $4.33 per head Wines: Chablis No. 1 Hay Sherry Champagne Lambs Milk Bordeaux Burgundy Port Madeira by W. L. Cutting " Richard Church Meeting called to order and Mr. R. Church ap- pointed caterer for next meeting 24th April to be held at Delmonico's. The Committee on the name of the Association were relieved at their own request. Mr. Ward, seconded by Mr. Foster, moved that the name of the Association shall be The Zodiac. Carried unan- imously. 10 Mr. Foster moved that the construction of the Con- stitution is that no person not a member of the Association should be admitted at any meeting. Carried. Mr. Strong moved that the Signs of The Zodiac be assigned to members by lot and that they should be drawn by the caterer and Mr. Hudson. Carried. The caterer and Mr. Hudson proceeded to draw with the following result : Gemini Mr. Post Taurus « < Strong Cancer ft M on son Scorpio < < Church Libra < < Foster Sagittarius < < B. Cutting Capricornus «< W. L. Cutting Aquarius <« W. Cutting Virgo c< Ward Leo << Potter Aries < < Clendenin Pisces << Hudson After discussing much punch made by the caterer and making several bets recorded in the last part of this book the meeting adjourned. 1 i NINTH MEETING Saturday, April 24th, 1869 Delmonico's Present: R. Church, caterer; J. P. G. Foster, H. H. Ward, E. E. Potter, E. A. Post, W. L. Cutting, W. H. Hud- son, Wm. Cutting, J. H. Strong. Menu: Huttres ConsommS Printanier Truite, sauce Genevoise Selle d'agneau au tomate farcie Poulet a 1'Aquitaine Sorbet Becassines Salade Glace de choux-fleurs Fruits et dessert Wines: Haut Sauternes Sherry Amontillado Schloss Johannisberger Champagne Delmonico Ponche a la Romaine Bordeaux Pichon Longueville Romanee Madeira Leacock very good Murdock good Brahmin extra good Brandy Rum Schloss Johannisberger Madeira Leacock & Murdock Brahmin Brandy Rum presented by J. P. G. Foster for trial presented by H. H. Ward " W. L. Cutting " E. E. Potter The caterer, Brother Scorpio, had cards beautifully executed of the Signs of The Zodiac placed respectively on the members' plates. The minutes of the previous meeting were read and approved. 12 Brother Pisces was appointed caterer of the next meet- ing to be held in November and the place selected was the New York Club. Brother Libra moved that an extra meeting be held in May and that Brother Gemini be caterer and appoint the place giving due notice to all members who wish to partake. All present joining except Bro. Scorpio. Carried. Brother Scorpio invites the Zodiacs to dine with him on his birthday the 15th June 1869 at Bclvidcre. Brother Libra moves that Bro. Scorpio's invitation be accepted. Carried. Brother Virgo moves that at the extra meeting in May each member has the privilege of inviting any one person he wishes on giving notice to the caterer five days in advance of the meeting. Brother Aquarius moves to lay the motion on the table. Lost. Previous question carried. Resolution carried. After much conviviality and hilarity, the meeting ad- journed. {Note by Secl'y. — The May meeting did not come off in consequence of the diffi- culty in finding an appropriate place.) 13 TENTH MEETING Saturday Nov'r. 27th, 1869 New York Club House Present: Wm. H. Hudson, Pisces, caterer; H. H. Ward, Virgo; J. W. Clcndcnin, Aries; J. P. G. Foster, Libra; E. A. Post, Gemini; A. C. Monson, Cancer; W. L. Cutting, Capricornus; E. E. Potter, Leo. Menu: Hultres Consomme a la Royale Petite bouchee a la Reine Bass a la Chambord Chartreuse de perdreaux Pommes a la Duchesse Boudin a la Richelieu Petits pois francais — Haricots verts Terrapin a 1'Augustin Choux-fleurs a la Hollandaise Sorbets Red-head ducks Jelly de groseille Salad de laitue et celeri Fromage de Brie Glace Napolitaine Fruits Cafe Wines: Vin de Grave Pemartin Steinberger Cabinet Roederer Imperial Sherry Lamb punch Chateau Margaux Madeira of 1809, 1810 & 1812 presented by S. Ward presented by H. H. Ward presented by W. H. Hudson from Charles Livingston through W. L. Cutting. Brother Gemini appointed Secty. pro tern. Brother Pisces produced pickled scallops, which were pronounced admirable. S. L. Ward presented a cheese to the Signs, which was ordered to be stored in a jar for the next meeting. The memory of our lost Brother Sagittarius was drunk standing and in silence. 14 It was resolved that the next regular dinner take place on the 1 8th Dee'r. instead of the 25th, the regular day, & that the dinner be at the New York Club. The election of a brother to take the place of Brother Sagittarius be postponed to the next meeting. {Note. — At an informal meeting Deer, it was agreed that the dinner of Dec'r 18th be further postponed to the 2d of Jan'y. 1870.) 15 ELEVENTH MEETING Sunday Jan'y 2d 1870. Postponed from 25th Dec'r 1869 At New York Club Present: Edwin A. Post, caterer; A. C. Monson, H. H. Ward, Walter L. Cutting, Wm. Holly Hudson, J. P. G. Foster, Wm. Cutting, J. W. Clendenin, James H. Strong. Menu: Hultres Potage — Terrapins Consomme — Royal Bass au gratin Selle de mouton a I'Anglaise Pommes Duchesse — Haricots verts Vol-au-vent a la Toulouse Petits pois francais Cepes farcis a la Dunelles Faisans Anglais Salade de laitue ceMeri Fromage de Roquefort & Brie Boudin glace a la Nesselrode Fruits — Dessert — Cafe Wines: Chablis De Wolf Sherry Rauenthaler Berg Champagne, Roederer, dry Sillery Brown Sherry of 1818 Punch a la Romaine Bordeaux, Latour, 1862 Madeira, 1st Marchioness, 1807 2d— 3d Rapid, 1818 Rum presented by H. H. Ward presented by E. A. Post presented by E. A. Post " W. L. Cutting Minutes of last two meetings read and approved. Mr. Monson appointed caterer of next meeting on the 29th Jan'y to be held at the New York Club. Brother Cancer nominates Mr. Edward A. Bibby to fill the vacancy existing. No other nomination was made. Each member placed his vote in a sealed envelope and handed it to the Sect'y. who was instructed to hold them till the votes of the two absent members were received and then to open them all. If an election was consummated to 16 announce the result to the person chosen before the next Regular Meeting. Brother Gemini, in addition to the many fine wines he had already produced, opened a bottle called Monongehela W hiskey, which was pronounced by the Signs present after deep thought & much tasting to be the best peach brandy ever drunk. It even improved the rum punch made by Aries out of the rum presented by Capricornus, which was said to be the highest praise possible. The meeting adjourned after sundry pools recorded in back part of this book. 14th January 1870 The votes of the two members who were absent from the meeting of the 2d Jany. having been received, the Secty. as directed opened the envelopes and found that Mr. Ed- ward A. Bibby had eleven votes and he is therefore elected a member of the Zodiacs. Taurus, Sect'y. 17 TWELFTH MEETING Saturday Jan'y 29 1870 New York Club Present: H. H. Ward, A. C. Monson, Ed A. Post, Ed E. Potter, Walter L. Cutting, J. P. G. Foster, J. W. Clendenin, William Cutting, James H. Strong. Menu: Huitres Consomme a la Royale Petites bouchees a la Reine Bass bouille, sauces Genoise et Hollandaise Selle de mouton a l'Anglaise Pommes de terre a la Duchesse — Haricots verts Salmis de cailles a la Dauphine Petits pois francais Cepes grilles au naturel Chapon aux truffes Salade de laitue Fromage de Roquefort & Brie Celeri, mayonnaise L'Emigrante en glace Omelette soufflee Fruits — Cafe 1 Wines: Schloss Johannisberger, 1848 Madeira Latour Blanche, 1847 Champagne Punch a la Regence Lafite Rum Peach Brandy or Monongahela Whiskey Liqueurs presented by A. C. Monson " H. H. Ward " A. C. Monson presented by W. L. Cutting " E. A. Post Minutes of last meeting read and approved. The Sect'y announced that Mr. Ed. A. Bibby received an unanimous vote. Mr. Bibby was then declared elected. Mr. William Cutting was appointed caterer for the next meeting to be held at the New York Club. The meeting adjourned. 18 THIRTEENTH MEETING Saturday February 26th, 1870 New York Club Present: William Cutting, caterer; J. W. Clendcnin, J. P. G. Foster, H. H. Ward, W. L. Cutting, Edwin A. Post, Wm. H. Hudson, Ed. E. Potter, Ed. A. Bibby, James H. Strong. Menu: Oysters Printaniere soup Bass bouille a la Hollandaise et Genoise Petites bouchees a la Reine Ballotines de volaille Petits pois fran^ais Croquettes de pommes de terre Selle de mouton a I'Anglaise Marrow-bones Salade de laitue Fromage de Roquefort & de Brie Omelette soufflee Biscuit glace Fruits & dessert Cafe Wines: Chnblis Brown Sherry Champagne, sample Mumm's Dry Punch a la Romaine Chateau Margaux, 1858 Sherry, Exhibition Madeira, 1826 Old Madeira Madeira, Constitution Liqueurs Livingston Rum Presented by H. H. Ward Presented by J. P. G. Foster " Wm. Cutting " Wm. Cutting " W. H. Hudson " W. L. Cutting Minutes of last meeting read and approved. Mr. Edward E. Potter appointed caterer for the next meeting to be held at the New York Club. The Club then proceeded to the initiation of Brother Sagittarius, some time after which the Club adjourned. 19 FOURTEENTH MEETING 26th March 1870 New York Club Present: Edward E. Potter, caterer; H. H. Ward, Wm. H. Hudson, W. L. Cutting, Ed. A. Bibby, J. P. G. Foster, Edwin A. Post, A. C. Monson, J. W. CIcndenin, J. H. Strong. Menu: Oysters Bisque Boiled shad, butter sauce Saddle mutton — Currant jelly Potato croquettes — String beans Salmi, Redheads — French peas Wines: Sauternes, Johnston Hay Sherry Liebfraumilch Dry Sillery Chateau Lafite, 1865 Roman punch Bloomfield Sherry Madeira, Mentor Black Cork, City Hotel Old Port from C. Livingston Madeira, Juno Old Peach Brandy, 90 years old Livingston Rum Pea-hen, roasted bread sauce* Salad of lettuce — Cheese Nesselrode pudding Fruits and dessert Coffee • By W. Holly Hudson. presented by J. W. Clendenin presented by H. H. Ward " J. P. G. Foster " A. C. Monson " W. L. Cutting " E. A. Bibby " A. C. Monson " W. L. Cutting Minutes of last meeting read and approved. Mr. J. P. G. Foster was appointed caterer for the next meeting to be held at Delmonico's. Mr. Monson moved that the Secretary of the Zodiacs be directed to purchase for the Club the large china punch bowl presented to the New York Club by Mr. Geo. Wella, and the punch ladle presented by Mr. Archie Dickson to the same, in case the furniture of the New York should be sold. Carried. Punch made of the Livingston rum and Monson's Peach Brandy by the caterer. 20 FIFTEENTH MEETING Delmonicos Present: H. H. Ward, caterer; W. Clendenin, A. C. Monson, J. H. Strong. 30th April 1870 I. I ludson, J. \\ . Becassines r6tises Salade Peches a la Conti Excellent au cafe Fruits — dessert Cafe H. H. W. H. H. W. Menu: Clams Consomme aux quenelles Truites, Genevoise Filet de boeuf a la Metignat Ailes de poulet aux concombres Asparagus Wines: Chablis Caswell Sherry Johannisberger Blue Seal in memory of G. S. Bowdoin Champagne, Delmonico's Romanee Lafite 58 Minutes of last meeting read and approved. The punch bowl belonging to New York Club was bought at the sale for Si 75. The ladle having been presented to H. H. Ward, Presi- dent of the New York Club, by the Board of Directors, could not therefore be purchased. J. P. G. Foster was appointed caterer for the next meeting, Novr. 26th, place Delmonicos. Punch was made by J. W. Clendenin, of Antigua rum presented by H. H. Ward and pronounced "better as good." The meeting then adjourned. 21 SIXTEENTH MEETING Delmonicos Nov r. 26th 1870 Present: J. P. G. Foster, caterer; Wm. H. Hudson, H. H. Ward, Ed A. Bibby, W. L. Cutting, Edwin A. Post, Richard Church, J. W. Clendcnin. Menu: Huitres Consomme Napier Bass — Hollandaise Selle de chevreuil, sauce aux groseilles Filets de volailie a la Patti Sorbet au Kirsch Canvas-back ducks Salade Glaces aux noisettes Fruits — Dessert, &c. Wines: Haut Sauternes Sherry, Delmonico Pommard Clos de Vougeot Magnum Madeira from Baltimore Ludlow Madeira from Chas. L. Livingston O. O. Habersham Grenada Rum, 1846 Santa Cruz Rum presented by Edwin A. Post " W. L. Cutting " J. P. G. Foster " J. P. G. Foster " R. Church The Baltimore Madeira presented by Gemini which was bottled before 1827 was pronounced "High Cockolorum" or Cockrouchy. Pisces gave the health of the absent Signs which was drained. The Santa Cruz rum of 1807 presented by Scorpio was voted too good for a toddy and reserved for a test rum. The toddy was made of the Grenada rum presented by Libra, by Aries. Gemini was named as caterer for the next meeting to be held at Delmonicos 31st Dec'r 1870. The meeting adjourned. 22 SEVENTEENTH MEETING Delmonicos 31st Dec'r 1870 Present: J. P. Giraud Foster, caterer, acting for E. A. Post; H. H. Ward, W. L. Cutting, Ed E. Potter, William Cutting, Ed A. Bibby, J. W. Clendenin, Jas. H. Strong. Menu: Huitres Consomme Rachel Bass au gratin Selle de mouton Anglaise Cuisses de volaille Macedoine Choux-fleurs au gratin Sorbet Faisans anglais Pouding Nesselrode Fromages Fruits & Dessert Cafe Wines: Chablis Pale Sherry Champagne, Grand Vin Sec Clos de Vougeot Brown Sherry Madeira, Wilson Hunt presented by Wm. Cutting presented by Wm. Cutting "J. P. G. Foster Minutes of the last two meetings read and approved. The health of the absent Signs proposed by Virgo and drunk. Aquarius was appointed caterer for the next meeting to be held at the Union Club 28 Jan'y. 1871. Toddy made of Grenada rum presented by J. P. G. Foster. After drinking to the Old and New Year, the meeting adjourned. 23 EIGHTEENTH MEETING Union Club 28 Jan'y 1871 Present: William Cutting, caterer; Edwin A. Post, J. P. Giraud Foster, Richard Church, Henry H. Ward, A. C. Monson, J. W. Clendenin, Edward A. Bibby, Walter L. Cutting, James H. Strong. Menu : Raw Oysters Consomme a la Royale Bouchees a la Reine Bass a la Hollandaise Saddle of mutton Peas — String beans Potatoes a la Parisienne Marrow-bones on toast Roman punch Canvas-back ducks Celery, mayonnaise Salad — Cheese Tutti-frutti Fruits Coffee Wines: Chablis Pale Sherry Latour Blanche Champagne, Grand Vin Sec Latour '64 Johnson's Madeira (Purdy's wine) Grenada Rum presented by Wm. Cutting " A. C. Monson presented by W. L. Cutting " J. P. G. Foster " J. P. G. Foster Minutes of last meeting read and approved. Edward A. Bibby was appointed as caterer of the next meeting on 25th Feby., place Brunswick Hotel. Toddy made of Grenada rum presented by J. P. G. Foster, by Bro. Aries. Bro. Cancer proposed the health of the absent Signs, which was drunk. 24 A resolution was offered In Bro. Cancer that each one of the Signs should have his photograph taken and presented to the Club on the next meeting and, for the sake of uniformity, to have them taken by Kurtz, the size to be "Imperial Carte de Visitc" and that Bro. Gemini be appointed a committee of one to arrange with Mr. Kurtz. Some bets were made and a pool sold which are recorded in the back of this book, after which the meeting adjourned. 25 NINETEENTH MEETING Brunswick House 25th February 1871 Present: Walter L. Cutting, caterer; Edward A. Bibby, Wm. H. Hudson, H. H. Ward, Edwin A. Post, A. C. Mon- son, Richard Church, Wm. Cutting, James H. Strong. Menu : Oysters Consomme Royale Salmon — Hollandaise Pommes, Duchesse Bouchees a la Reine Saddle of mutton Peas — Haricots verts Capons Lettuce salad Ice-cream Fruits Coffee Wines: Chablis Sherry Latour Blanche Champagne, Grand Vin Sec Sorbets Lambs Punch Bordeaux Brown Sherry DeWolf Sherry Madeira, 1806 Ludlow Pendleton Rum A. C. M. presented by E. A. Post " H. H. Ward " Edwin A. Post " Walter L. Cutting " H. H. Ward Minutes of last meeting read and approved. Ed. A. Bibby was appointed as caterer of the next meeting on the 25th of March, the place to be Delmonico's. Health of absent Signs proposed by Bro. Pisces and drunk. This being the third anniversary of the meetings of The Zodiacs, the health of the founder Brother Leo was drunk with Honors. 26 Brother Gemini suggested that when the Signs were photographed that each one should have in his buttonhole his proper sign and offered to leave with Kurtz their re- spective symbols. Approved. The meeting afterwards adjourned. ^7 TWENTIETH MEETING Delmonicos 25th March 1871 Present: Edward A. Bibby, caterer; Edwin A. Post, A. C. Monson, J. P. G. Foster, Walter L. Cutting, W. H. Hudson, Edward E. Potter, William Cutting, Richard Church, H. H. Ward, James H. Strong. Menu: Huitres Consomme Royale Petites bouchees a la Reine Alose — Ravigote Selle d'agneau Wines: Chablis, Delmonico's Sherry Rudesheimer Marcobrunner Grand Vin Sec, Del. Sorbet Bordeaux Port Exhibition Sherry Colt Rum St. Croix Rum Cotelettes de filet de boeuf a la Russe Chapons rotis Cheese, de Brie & Roquefort Glaces montees Fruits — Coffee presented by Libra presented by Sagittarius " Virgo " Pisces " Cancer The minutes of the last meeting were read and approved. Taurus was appointed caterer of the next meeting, Saturday, 29th April, to be held at the Arion Club or else- where at the discretion of the caterer, and he to notify all the Signs in ample time. A bet was made between Scorpio and Capricornus re- corded in the back of this book. The meeting adjourned. 28 TWENTY-FIRST MEETING Arion Restaurant 29th April 1871 Present: James H. Strong, caterer; Richard Church, J. P. Giraud Foster, Edwin A. Post, W. Holly Hudson, H. H. Ward, J. W. CIcndcnin, Walter L. Cutting, A. C. Mon- son, Win. Cutting. Menu: Huttres Consomme a la Royale Puree d'asperges Petitesboucheesa la Reine Hortense Truites au bleu, sauces Hollandaise & Genoise Filet de bceuf a la Portugaise Ris de veau a la Talleyrand Poulet de grain a la grasseur Petits pois nouveaux Aspic de foies gras en Bellevue Asperges en branches Punch a la Romaine B£cassine anglaise aux cressons Salade de laitue — Fromage Omelette soufflee Glace a la Napolitaine Fruits, &c. Wines: Chateau Yquem, 1861 Sherry, Amontillado Latour Blanche, 1849 Ruedesheimer Berg Champagne, Carte Blanche Margaux, 1848 Sherry Brown Madeira, Rapid, 1810 Ward Monson Foster Clendenin Post Wm. Cutting Monson Post The Secretary having forgotten to bring the minutes of the last meeting, the reading of them was dispensed with. Brother Leo was appointed caterer for the next meeting to be held at Dclmonicos 25th November. Brother Cancer proposed an extra meeting to be held at the Jockey Club on the 8th June. Carried. Brother Virgo moved that Brother Cancer be appointed caterer. Carried. The meeting adjourned. 29 TWENTY-SECOND MEETING Delmonicos 25th Nov'r. 1871 Present: Edward E. Potter, caterer; Edwin A. Post, J. P. Giraud Foster, H. H. Ward, Wm. Cutting, Edward A. Bibby, W. L. Cutting, Wm. Holly Hudson, J. W. Clen- denin, A. C. Monson, James H. Strong. Menu: Oysters, half-shell Red Head ducks Consomme Westphalienne Salade Bass aux eperlans Dauphine Poires Richelieu Selle de mouton Anglaise Excellent au cafe Paupiettes de dindonneaux Fruits — Dessert Artichauts Italienne Cafe Wines: Chablis Sherry Yquem, 1847 Champagne, Delmonico Pichon, 1848 Madeira, Rapid, 1817 Thorne Rum by Gemini " Cancer by Gemini " Pisces Foster Minutes of last two meetings read and approved. Bro. Pisces appointed caterer of the next meeting 30th Dcc'r, 1 87 1, to be held at such place as he may choose, he to notify the Signs. Brother Taurus presented his photograph to each of the Signs and to the Club. Brother Pisces moves that all the Signs interchange their photographs and present one to the Club at the next meeting. Carried. 30 Bro. Pisces moves that the health of the absent Signs be drunk. Carried. Bro. Taurus moves that the Zodiacs condole with Brother Cancer on the last bottle of his Yqem of 1847 having been drunk. Carried. Meeting adjourned. 31 TWENTY-THIRD MEETING Pinard Restaurant 30th December 1871 Present: Wm. Holly Hudson, caterer; J. W. Clcn- denin, Wm. Cutting, H. H. Ward, Edwin A. Post, W. L. Cutting, J. H. Strong. Menu: Oysters Consomme a la Royale Bass roasted au gratin Petites bouchees a la Peine Filet de boeuf aux champignons Haricots verts — Pommes de terre Salmis de perdreaux Petits pois Roman punch Roast ducks Lettuce salad — Cheese Pudding a la Nesselrode Fruits, &c. Cafe Wines: Sauternes Sherry " 1796 Champagne Bordeaux Madeira, Old Ropes, 1805 Constitution 1812 Jamaica Rum by Aquarius " Virgo by Pisces " Gemini Taurus Minutes last meeting read and approved. Bro. Cancer appointed caterer of next meeting, the place to be selected by him and he to notify the Signs. Pisces moved the health of the absent Signs be drunk. Carried. Brothers Capricornus and Pisces presented their pho- tographs to the Signs. After much singing, and much applause, the meeting adjourned. 3 2 TWENTY-FOURTH MEETING Pinard's Restaurant 27 Jan'y. 1872 Present: H. H. Ward, A. C. Monson, caterer; Wm. Holly Hudson, Wm. Cutting, Edwin A. Post, J. W. Clendenin, W. L. Cutting, R'd. Church, J. P. G. Foster, J. H. Strong. Menu: Oysters Selle de mouton Chowder Petits pois Potage a la Royale Lima beans Bouchees a la Chasseur Salad — Cheese Chapon braise — Sauce celeri — Ice-cream Pommes de terre parvenus Jelly Terrapin Fruits Punch a la Romaine Coffee, etc. Wines: Barsac Sherry Bordeaux, B. & G., 1865 Champagne, Roederer Bordeaux 60 62 Bankhead Sherry Ludlow Madeira Rum, Jamaica Grenada Wm. Cutting A. C. Monson E. A. Post W. L. Cutting The Secretary not having the minutes of the last meet- ing with him, they were not read. Brother Scorpio was appointed caterer for the next meeting on the 24th February, the place to be Pinard's. The health of the absent Signs was drunk. Brother Gemini brought photographs for the Club of Brothers Aries, Cancer, Gemini, Capricornus and Taurus. 33 TWENTY-FIFTH MEETING Pinard's 24th Feby. 1872 Present: Richard Church, caterer; Edwin A. Post, J. P. G. Foster, H. H. Ward, Walter L. Cutting, A. C. Mon- son, W. Holly Hudson, Wm. Cutting, J. W. Clendenin, James H. Strong. Menu: Oysters Chowder Cromesquis de Crabe Filet de venison Pointes d'asperges Pommes de terre Vol-au-vent a la Financiere Macaroni au gratin Chapon roti Salade Cheese Plum pudding glacS Jelly — Cakes Brandied fruit Fruit Coffee Wines: Barsac, B. & G., 1868 Sherry Champagne Sherry Roman punch Chateau Lafite Jamaica Rum, very old Grenada " Wm. Cutting Ed. A. Post R'd. Church J. P. G. Foster Minutes of two last meetings read and approved. Aquarius appointed caterer of next meeting to be held at Delmonico's on the 30th March. Health of absent Signs drunk. Cancer moved that the secretary be empowered to have the book of the minutes of the Club bound handsomely and that the expense be divided among the members. Carried. The meeting adjourned. A bet was made, recorded in the back of this book. 34 TWENTY-SIXTH MEETING Delmonicos 30th March 1872 Present: William Cutting, caterer; W. II. Hudson, E. E. Potter, E. A. Post, J. P. G. Foster, J. W. Clendenin, R. Church, W. L. Cutting. Menu: Huttres Potage Crecy Bouch£es au salpicon Truites, sauce Genoise Filet de boeuf aux tomates farcies Chapons braises a la Parisienne Sorbet Selle d'agneau roti Salads Fromage Glaces montees Fruits — Dessert Wines: A bottle of Cote-Rotiered wine and a bottle of Grenada Rum A bottle of pale Sherry presented by Libra by Aquarius In the absence of the Secretary, Aquarius was appointed acting secretary. Brother Aries was appointed caterer for the next meet- ing, 27th April 1872, the place to be Knickerbocker Club. The meeting adjourned. 35 TWENTY-SEVENTH MEETING Knickerbocker Club 27th April 1872 Present: J. W. Clendenin, caterer; Wm. Cutting, E. A. Post, W. H. Hudson, J. P. G. Foster, W. L. Cutting, A. C. Monson, J. H. Strong. Sherry Mumm's Extra Dry Chateau Margaux, 1848 Madeira, Corbyn, 1834, and Gyrdon Scotti & Co. presented by Gemini Grenada Rum by Libra Minutes of the last two meetings read and approved. Libra appointed as caterer of the next meeting, Nov'r. 1872, and to select the place and to notify the Signs. The health of the absent Signs was drunk. The meeting adjourned. Menu: Little-neck clams Consomme a la Royale Alose garnie d'eperlans Timbales a la Palermitaine Ris de veau gelee — Puree de marrons Pommes de terre Duchesse Selle d'agneau Petits pois — Bermuda potatoes Punch a l'lmperiale Becassines anglaises au cresson Charlotte de peches Fromage de Roquefort Glace a la Napolitaine Fruits — Dessert Cafe Wines Haut Sauternes 36 TWENTY - EIGHTH MEETING Delmonicos 30th Novr. 1872 Present: J. P. G. Foster, caterer; R. Church, Wm. H. Hudson, Ed. E. Potter, W. L. Cutting, E. A. Bibby, A. C. Monson, E. A. Post, Wm. Cutting, J. II. Strong. Menu : ConsommS aux ravioles de gibier Canvas-backs Cassolettes a la Reine Poires Richelieu Bass. Hollandaise Glaces montes Filet de bceuf a 1' Egypt ienne Fruits Carpes de volaille Dessert Sorbet au Kirsch Cafe Wines: Sherry Chablis Champagne, Monopole Burgundy, Romanee by Libra Madeira, 1810, Ludlow " Capricornus Sternberger Cabinet, 1862 " Gemini Jamaica Rum " Libra The secretary having forgotten to bring the minutes, he was appointed caterer for the next meeting to be held at the New York Club on the 28th Dec'r 1872. The caterer announced the death since the last meet- ing of Brother Virgo and expressed in the name of the Signs their regards for their late brother and their regrets at the loss of a friend endeared to all of them for a long time by his kindness, his courtesy, his friendship and his honour. The memory of Brother Virgo was drunk, standing and in silence. The Secretary stated that he hoped to be able to procure for the Club photographs of our late Brother. The meeting adjourned. 37 TWENTY-NINTH MEETING New York Club 28th Deer 1872 Present: James H. Strong, caterer; J. P. G. Foster, R. Church, W. H. Hudson, W. L. Cutting, Wm. Cutting, A. C. Monson, E. A. Post. Menu : Oysters Bisque Bouchees au salpicon Turban of fillet of sole a la Regence Potatoes a la Parisienne Saddle of mutton a la Duchesse Green peas Fillet of grouse Cauliflower fried a I'ltalienne Breast of turkey a I'Ambassadeur Asparagus, butter sauce Roman punch Canvas-back ducks Cheese Charlotte russe Ice-cream Fruits Coffee Haut Sauternes Cabinet Sherry Mumm's Extra Dry Champagne Chateau Nunhadon, 1858 Clos de Vougeot Port Chateau Yquem Habersham Madeira 000 Ludlow " 1810 by Pisces from Mr. Duflon by Pisces from Mr. Jones " Pisces from Mr. Duflon " Gemini " Capricornus The minutes of the last two meetings read and approved. Brother Capricornus appointed caterer to choose the place and notify the Signs. Brother Cancer moved that a photograph book be pro- cured to hold the photographs of the Signs and that Brother Gemini be a committee to procure the same. Carried. The election of a Brother was postponed to the next meeting. The meeting adjourned. 38 THIRTIETH MEETING Delmonicos 24th Jan'y 1873 Present: W. L. Cutting, caterer; J. \V. Clendenin, Ed. A. Post, A. C. Monson, Ed. E. Potter, J. P. G. Foster, Wm. Cutting, J. H. Strong. Menu : Huitres Queues de bceuf Red snapper, Hollandaise Selle de mouton Cotelettes de chevreuil, sauce poivrade Choux-fleurs au gratin Chapons au cresson Salade Fromages Glaces varices Gateaux assortis Fruits Dessert Wines: Chablis Sherry Champagne Pommery Sec Chateau Margaux, 1844 Burgundy, Romanee, 1865 Madeira, Ludlow, 1810 Jamaica Rum by Aries " Gemini " Capricornus " Libra Minutes of last meeting read and approved. Gemini appointed caterer of next meeting and to appoint the place and notify the Signs. On motion of Brother Cancer it was resolved that at the next meeting the Zodiacs proceed to fill the vacancy in the Club. After some matrimonial pools recorded in the back of this book, the meeting adjourned. 39 THIRTY-FIRST MEETING Delmonicos 22d February 1873 Present: Edwin A. Post, caterer; Richard Church, Wm. H. Hudson, J. W. Clendenin, J. P. G. Foster, Wm. Cutting, A. C. Monson, W. L. Cutting, James H. Strong. Menu: Oysters Consomme Petites bouchees Sole — Smelt Selle de mouton Cotelettes de cailles Petits pois Spinach Canvas-back ducks Choux-fleur au gratin Salade Parfait au cafe Fruits Cafe Wines: Chablis Sherry Champagne, Romanee Sec Monopole Clos de Vougeot Romanee Madeira, Bingham Rum by Gemini " Gemini " Libra Minutes of last meeting read and approved. Brother Aries appointed caterer of the next meeting, 29th March, he to choose the place and to notify the Signs. The Signs proceeded to fill the vacancy caused by the death of Virgo. Brother Libra nominated Mr. Henry S. Fearing. The ballots were received and placed in sealed envelope by the secretary who was directed to proceed as instructed in previous election. 40 Brother Cancer offered a resolution that all pools in which Brother Virgo was interested either as a purchaser or purchased be cancelled and that this be a precedent. Brother Pisces offered an amendment that all bets on Brother Virgo and all bets of Brother Virgo be cancelled. By vote, amendment lost. By vote, resolution of Brother Cancer, carried. The meeting adjourned. The Sectry. reports that on receiving the votes of the Signs absent on ballot to fill vacancy he opened the envelope containing the vote of 22nd Feby and found Mr. Henry S. Fearing unanimously elected. He notified Mr. Fearing and received his acceptance. The Secty. then requested the caterer to send the New Brother notification of place of meeting. Taurus Sect'y. 41 THIRTY-SECOND MEETING Pinard's 29th March 1873 Present: J. \V. Clenclcnin, caterer; W. L. Cutting, Ed E. Potter, R. Church, E. A. Post, Wm. Cutting, W. H. Hudson, E. A. Bibby, J. P. G. Foster, J. H. Strong. Menu : Oysters Roman punch Chowder Chapon Potage Printanier Salade Shad and Cucumber Cheeses Passaic smelt, presented by PIsces Omelette soufflee Saddle of mutton Ice-cream Epinards a la crdme — Pommes de terre Brandy peaches Terrapin Fruits Artichauts Cafe' Wines: Chablis Sherry Rauenthaler by Virgo Roederer, Carte Blanche Chateau Margaux, 1848, B. & G. by Aries Chateau Lafite, 1858, B. & G. " Aries C6te-R6tie " Libra Cryder Sherry " Virgo Madeira, 1796 " Virgo Jamaica Rum " Libra Minutes of the last meeting read and approved. The Secretary read the acceptance of Mr. H. S. Fearing. Brother Pisces appointed caterer of the next meeting, he to notify the Signs of the place. Brother Pisces called the attention of the Signs to the neglect of some of them about their photographs and his 42 confidence that those who had not had them taken would present them to the Club at the next meeting. By request the Sccty read over all bets recorded and was directed to cancel certain ones as coming within the resolution of 22nd Feb'y 1873. The meeting adjourned. 43 THIRTY-THIRD MEETING New York Club April 1873 Present: Wm. Holly Hudson, caterer; Ed. A. Bibby, J. P. G. Foster, Henry S. Fearing, Edwin A. Post, A. C. Monson, Wm. Cutting, James H. Strong. Menu: Wines: Clams Bisque printaniere Kennebec salmon — Sauce Hollandaise Bermuda potatoes Filet of beef, Champignons Squabs, truffle sauce Haut Sauternes Sherry Edelweiss Ruinart Verzeney Buloid Sherry Chateau Laflte, 1863 Roman punch Rauenthaler, 1862 Madeira, 1797, Norman Constitution Old Rum " de Pau Asparagus Saddle of mutton Green peas Snipe on toast Ice-cream Strawberries Fruit — Cheese — Coffee by Aquarius " Pisces by Virgo by Virgo Pisces Virgo Taurus Minutes of last meeting read and approved. Sagittarius appointed caterer of the November meet- ing, he to notify the Signs of place. Resolved that Bro. Cancer be authorized to buy one dozen bottles or less of Plantation Rum at not more than $15 pr. bottle, for the Club. Resolved that Bros. Gemini and Taurus be appointed a committee to procure a photograph of our late Bro. Virgo for the Club and members if such can be procured satis- factory to them. The meeting adjourned. 44 THIRTY-FOURTH MEETING Delmonicos 29th Nov'r 1873 Present: J. P. G. Foster, acting for E. A. Bibby, ca- terer; Ed. E. Potter, W. L. Cutting, J. W. Clendenin, Wm. H. Hudson, A. C. Monson, Ed. A. Post, Wm. Cutting, Jas. H. Strong. Jamaica, 1848 The minutes of the last meeting read and approved. Leo appointed caterer of the next meeting, he to notify the Signs of place. The meeting adjourned. Menu: Oysters Ox-tail soup Anglaise Bass a la Hollandaise Pommes de terre Selle de mouton Colbert Epinards Timbales de terrapin a la Wenberg Ailes de volailles a la Lorenzo Petits pois Choux-fleurs au gratin Red Head duck Salade Fromage Glace aux noisettes Mondains Wines: Sauternes Sherry Bordeaux, Ordinaire Champagne, Pommery Sec Chambertin, 1865 Bloodgood's Antigua by Libra 45 THIRTY-FIFTH MEETING Pinards 27th Deer 1873 Present: Ed. A. Bibby, caterer; J. P. G. Foster, J. W. Clendenin, Walter L. Cutting, Wm. H. Hudson, Ed. A. Post, A. C. Monson, Wm. Cutting, James H. Strong. Minutes of the last meeting read and approved. Gemini appointed caterer of the next meeting. He notified the Signs it would be held at Dclmonicos. The health of absent Signs drank. Bro. Cancer moved that the Secty. be requested to purchase a photograph book for the Zodiacs and to bring it to the next meeting with the photos already sent in. The meeting adjourned. Menu Raw Oysters Chowder Potage Royale Bouchees de ris de veau Terrapins a la Maryland Saddle of venison Partridges a la soubise Roman punch Canvas-back ducks Celery salad Cheese — Ice-cream Cakes — Fruits — Coffee Wines Haut Sauternes, Barton & Guestier Sherry Champagne, Roederer Chateau Margaux, 1868 White Port Jamaica Rum, 1848 by Aries " Libra 46 THIRTY-SIXTH MEETING Delmonicos 31st Jany. 1874 Present: Gemini, caterer; Aries, Capricorn US, Aqua- rius, Leo, Pisces, Sagittarius, Taurus. Minutes of last meeting read and approved. Brother Leo appointed caterer of the next meeting, he to choose the place and notify the Signs. The Secretary reported that he had received the pho- tographs of Brothers Cancer, Capricornus, Gemini, Aries and Taurus, for the Club; also, that he had not as yet been able to procure a proper photograph album for the same. The meeting adjourned. Menu Oysters Ox-tail soup a I'Anglaise Bass a la Royale Selle de chevreuil Epinards Filets de volaille Montpensier Croquettes de terrapin Red Head Duck Salade Fromage Glaces Fruits, &c. — Gate Wines Latour Blanche Sherry Champagne Bordeaux, Chateau Alison Burgundy Madeira, Habersham 000 Old Jamaica Rum by Gemini " Gemini " Gemini 47 THIRTY-SEVENTH MEETING Delmonicos 28 Feby 1874 Present: Leo, caterer; Libra, Aquarius, Aries, Capri- cornus, Pisces, Taurus. Menu: Hultres Tortue claire Bass, Hollandaise Selle de mouton a I'Anglaise Ris de veau — Puree haricots verts Sorbet Chapons aux marrons Fromages Glaces Fruits Cafe Wines: Chablis Sherry Champagne, Delmonico Sec Pommery Sec Bordeaux, Alison A Rum by Libra Minutes of last meeting read and approved. Brother Cancer appointed caterer of the next meeting, he to appoint the place and to notify the Signs; he to be informed of his appointment by the Secty. The Secty. reported the receipt of a large photograph of Brother Pisces for the Club and of seven small ones of Brother Scorpio for distribution. After much discussion, Brother Pisces offered and Brother Libra seconded the following: Resolved: That the Secretary inform the Brother Signs who have not yet sent in their photographs for distribution to the other Signs that they are requested to send them for the next meeting, the last Saturday in March. Passed unanimously. 48 Jfyertru jFffflarr/ THIRTY-EIGHTH MEETING Delmonicos 28 March 1874 Present: Brother Cancer, Brother Scorpio, Brother Aquarius, Brother Pisces, Brother Caprieornus, Brother Libra, Brother Sagittarius, Brother Aries, Brother Taurus. Menu: Oysters Consomme printanier Truite de riviere, Genevoise Salade de concombres Selle d'agneau, sauce a la menthe Terrapin Philadelphia style Artichauts Hollandaise Petits pois nouveaux Chapons farcis Salade Cheese Glace Fruits Dessert, &c. Wines: Latour Blanche, 1847 Sherry Pommery Sec Pommard Ludlow Madeira Rum by Aquarius by Capricornus " Libra Minutes of last meeting read and approved. Taurus appointed caterer of next meeting, he to notify the Signs and appoint the place. Brother Sagittarius presented his photograph to the Club and Signs. Meeting adjourned. 49 THIRTY-NINTH MEETING Delmonicos 25 April 1874 Present: Taurus, caterer; Scorpio, Pisces, Aries, Cancer, Capricornus and Gemini. Menu: Hultres Tortue claire Truite de riviere, sauce Hollandaise Salade de concombres Filet de boeuf aux tomates farcies Ailes de volaille a la Patti Terrapin a la Wenberg Petits pois nouveaux Asperges, sauce a la creme Becassines aux cassons Salade From age Excellent au cafe Fruits & dessert Wines: Chablis, old Sherry Hock, Liebfraumilch Champagne, Pommery Sec Bordeaux, Pichon Lafite, 1848 Madeira, Black Cork Johannisberger, 1865 De Pau Rum by Gemini " Cancer " Gemini " Taurus On motion of Bro. Cancer, minutes of last meeting dis- pensed with. Brother Scorpio appointed caterer of the next meeting in November and to appoint place and notify the Signs. The Johanisberg presented by Brother Gemini was unanimously pronounced superb. Pools sold and recorded as usual. 50 FORTIETH MEETING Pinards 28th November 1874 Present: Scorpio, caterer; Virgo, Leo, Libra, Aries, Capricornus, Cancer, Gemini, Pisces, Taurus & Aquarius. Menu: Oysters Chowder Bass, Hollandaise Saddle of mutton Pommes Parisienne Epinards a la creme Terrapins Canvas-back ducks Salad — Cheese — Ice-cream Cakes — Fruit — Caf6 Wines: Haut Sauternes Brown Sherry, Cryder, 1825 Pommery Sec Champagne Roman Punch Lafite, 1861, Johnston's Grape juice. Dr. Barrow, 1818 Madeira 000 presented by Virgo presented by Virgo " Gemini Minutes of last meeting read and approved. Bro. Virgo appointed caterer of the next meeting, he to select the place and notify the Signs. Brother Aries having while in England procured a book to contain the photographs of the Brother Signs presented it to the Club. Resolved that a vote of thanks be given to Bro. Aries & that he state the cost of the book & that the Signs should be assessed for the expense. The meeting adjourned. FORTY-FIRST MEETING Knickerbocker Club 26th December 1874 Present: Virgo, caterer; Cancer, Capricornus, Aquarius, Sagittarius, Aries, Pisces, Libra, Gemini. Menu: Celery — Olives — Radis — Beurre Hultres Creme d'asperges Bass a la Chambord Saddle of mutton Choux de Bruxelles Pommes a la Parisienne Terrapin a la Philadelphia Wines: Johannisberger, 1864 Pale Sherry Brown " Pommery Sec, Knickerbocker Club Latour Plantation Rum Grenada Rum Sorbet Canvas-back ducks — Currant jelly Celery, mayonnaise Fromage Stilton, Brie Fruits assortis Tutti-frutti Glace Cafe by Virgo " Aquarius " Virgo by Aquarius " Libra Moved by Bro. Cancer and seconded by Bro. Pisces that the reading of the minutes of the last meeting be dis- pensed with. It was moved and seconded that Brother Secretary inform the next caterer (according to his list) that the Signs will dine at Delmonicos in preference to anywhere else on the last Saturday in January. The caterer notified by the Brother Secretary of the house and day of the dinner. Absent Signs drunk. The meeting adjourned. Signed Gemini, Secty. pro tern- s' FORTY-SECOND MEETING Delmonicos 30th January 1875 Present: Caprieornus, eaterer; Cancer, Virgo, Aries, Aquarius, Leo, Sagittarius, Pisces Secty. pro tern. Menu: Hultres Puree de volailles Bouchees a la Reine Bass a la Royale Selle de mouton Colbert Terrapin a la Wenberg Epinards Choux-fleurs au gratin Chapon farci Salade Glace Fruits & Dessert Cafe Wines: Haut Sauternes Sherry, Imperial Ludlow Madeira, 1810 Lorman Madeira, 1796 Grenada Rum Rum presented by Capricornus " Virgo by Virgo presented by Mr. Isaac Bell through Capricornus th< the The reading of the minutes dispensed with. Moved and seconded that the Secretary inform next Caterer of his duty &c. Resolved that the thanks of the Zodiacs, through Caterer, be presented to Mr. Isaac Bell for the rum (which was duly appreciated) sent to the Club and in which his health was drunk with all the honours. The meeting adjourned. 53 FORTY-THIRD MEETING February 1875 (Meeting held, but no record made.) 54 FORTY-FOURTH MEETING Delmonicos 27 March 1875 Present: Aries, caterer; Gemini, Secty pro tem, Libra, Caprieornus, Sagittarius, Aquarius, Cancer, Scorpio, Pisces. Menu: Hultres Consomm£ de volaille Alose Maitre d'hotel Selle d'agneau, sauce a la menthe Poulet nouveau Monpensier Casserole de veau au gratin Petits pois — Fonds d'artichauts Sorbet Becassines bardies Salade Poires a la Florentine Pouding Nesselrode Fruits Dessert Wines: Marcobrunner '65 Sherry Pommery Sec Clos de Vougeot, 1870 Chateau Argensen Jamaica Rum Grenada Rum by Libra " Virgo The reading of the minutes of the last meeting dispensed \vi ith. Brother Gemini appointed caterer of the next meeting, he to name the place and notify the Signs. Absent members drunk. The meeting adjourned. Signed Gemini, Sec. pro tem. 55 FORTY-FIFTH MEETING Delmonicos April 1875 Gemini, caterer; Cancer, Sagittarius, Aries, Virgo, Aqua- rius, Taurus. Menu: Huitres Consomme Charnet Saumon, genevoise Selle d'agneau — Tomates a la Reine Paupiettes de volaille — Puree de marrons Ris de veau Bearnais Petits pois — Haricots verts Asperges Sorbet Dalmatie Pluviers bardis Salade Charlotte a meringues Glace — Fruits — Dessert Cafe Wines: Haut Sauternes Sherry Champagne, dry, Delmonico's Clos de Vougeot Madeira, 1815 Unknown Jamaica Rum Grenada " by Virgo by Gemini " Virgo Minutes since November read and approved. Brother Sagittarius appointed caterer of the next meeting, he to select the place and notify the Signs. Absent members drunk. Meeting adjourned. Cost of dinner. SS7.88 56 FORTY-SIXTH MEETING [ Vlmoiiio >s 27th Novr 1875 Present: Sagittarius, caterer; Cancer, Virgo, Capricornus, Pisces, Gemini, Leo, Libra, Aries, Taurus. Menu: Hultres ConsommS Careme Eperlans, sauce Tartare Selle de mouton a I'Anglaise Petits pois Perdreaux, sauce au celeri Artichauts Sorbet au Maraschino Canvas-back ducks Salade Glace Napolitaine Fruits, Cafe, &c. Wines: Chablis Sherry Champagne, Nap. Cab. Leoville "68, B. & G. Rum, Medford Grenada by Libra " Virgo by Aries " Virgo Minutes of last meeting read and approved. Resolved that the day for the next regular meeting falling on Xmas, the meeting will be held on the 1 8th Deer. Brother Virgo was appointed caterer of the next meet- ing, he to select the place and notify the Signs. The Secty. made a report of matured bets and pools which were settled. Some new pools sold, recorded on last page of book. The meeting adjourned. 57 FORTY-SEVENTH MEETING Knickerbocker Club 18 Dec 1875 Virgo, caterer; Pisces, Capricornus, Aries, Scorpio, Cancer, Taurus. Oysters Potage a la Reine Rissoles a la Cardinale Codfish, sauce aux crevettes Selle de mouton — Port-wine sauce Epinards au jus Terrapin a la Maryland Champignons frais grilles Canvas-back ducks Lettuce salad Omelette soufflee au Maraschino Fromage — Camembert & Brie Bombe glacee Fruits Cafe Wines: Haut Sauternes, Closman Sherry Champagne, Perrier Jouet Chateau Latour, 1864 Sherry, Cryder by Virgo Madeira, Lisman, 1796 Rum Minutes of last meeting read and approved. Brother Scorpio appointed caterer of the next meeting, he to select the place and notify the Signs. Brother Cancer invited the Signs to meet at his house on Monday next at 2 o'c P. M., to visit the Works at Hell Gate, and afterwards to lunch with him. Accepted. The meeting adjourned. 58 FORTY-EIGHTH MEETING Delmonicos 29th Jany 1876 Present: Caprieornus, caterer; Aries, Leo, Pisces, Aqua- rius, Sagittarius, Libra, Taurus. Menu: Oysters Tortue claire Filets de bass vin blanc gratines Selle de mouton a l'Anglaise Ris de veau — Champignons frais Epinards — Petits pois Pommes Croquettes Sorbets au rhum Chapon rSti Salade Glace Napolitaine Fruits — Dessert — Cafe Wines: Chablis Nosica Sherry Champagne, Nap. Cab. Sec Madeira, Anna Brandy, Panet Rum by Taurus from O. Jackson & Bro. by Taurus from O. J. & Bro. " Libra Minutes last meeting read and approved. Brother Leo appointed caterer of the next meeting, he to select the place and notify the Signs. Brother Leo presented some verses which were sung by the full choir of the Signs. It was moved by Brother Pisces that they be placed on the minutes of the Club. Carried. Note. — It is greatly regretted that these verses were not recorded in the minutes. 59 FORTY-NINTH MEETING Knickerbocker Club 26 Feby 1876 Present: Cancer, caterer; Capricornus, Sagittarius, Aries, Scorpio. Menu: Oysters Consomme & la SevignS Bouchees de crabes a la Diable Bass a la Regence, salade de concombres Selle de mouton — Currant jelly Petits pois a la Francaise Bermuda potatoes Pate de foie gras a la Bellevue Salade de laitue Peches a la Conde Fromage — Camembert — Brie Glace a la Napolitaine Fruits assortis — Cafe Wines: Sauternes Sherry Champagne, Cremant Imperial, M. & C. Old Brandy Jamaica Rum of 1834 Medford Rum 1864 by Cancer by Cancer " Aries The Secty being absent, Bro. Aries was appointed Secty. pro tern. Bro. Leo was appointed caterer of the next meeting, he to select the place & notify the Signs. The meeting adjourned. Cost of dinner, S62.50 Per head present, 5.50 6o FIFTIETH MEETING Delmonicos 24th March 1876 Present: Leo, caterer; Aquarius, Scorpio, Pisces, Aries, Libra, Capricornus, Cancer, Taurus. Menu: Oysters Tortue claire Bass raye a la Menagere Salade de concombres Bouchees de ris de veau a la Financiere Selle de mouton a I'Anglaise Pommes croquettes — Petits pois verts Sorbet a la Romaine Salade Chapon farci aux mnrrons Fromage Parfait au caf6 Fruits — Dessert — Cafe Wines: Chablis Sherry Champagne, Delmonico Jamaica Rum by Libra The minutes of the last two meetings read and approved. Brother Scorpio appointed caterer of the next meeting, he to select the place and notify the Signs. On resolution of Brother Aries absent Signs drunk. Meeting adjourned. 61 FIFTY-FIRST MEETING Pinards 29th April 1876 Present: Scorpio, caterer; Aries, Cancer, Gemini, Virgo, Capricornus, Pisces, Aquarius, Sagittarius, Taurus. Menu : Little-neck clams Terrapins Printanier a la Royale Asperges, sauce Hollandaise Chowder Sorbet Bass, sauce Joinville Pluviers aux cressons Saddle of Iamb, mint sauce Salad — Cheese — Fruits Bermuda potatoes — Green peas Strawberries — Cafe Ris de veau — Epinards Wines: Sherry, Cryder presented by Virgo Marcobrunner " " Scorpio Pommery Sec Chambertin Madeira, "Old Wine of my Grandfather" by Scorpio Grenada Rum, 1847 " Virgo The reading of the minutes of the last meeting dispensed with, the secretary having forgotten to bring them. Brother Aquarius appointed caterer of the next, he to select the place and notify the Signs. Brother Aries moved that hereafter each member shall send to the secretary on or before the last Saturday of No- vember in each year $30 to provide for the penalties that may be due for absences from the meetings of the year. Carried. The meeting adjourned. 62 FIFTY-SECOND MEETING Delmonicos 26th St. & St 1 1 Ave. 25th Novr. 1876 Present: Aquarius, caterer; Leo, Pisces, Aries, Capri- cornus, Gemini, Virgo, Cancer, Libra, Taurus. Menu : Oysters Consomm£ a la Conde Sheep's head, sauce ravigote Pommes Croquettes Selle de mouton Laitue Tomates farcies Cailles Toulouse Petits pois Sorbet au rhum Canvas-back ducks Salad Glace — Tomates Surprise Fromage — Fruits — Caf6 Wines: Haut Sauternes Sherry, Cryder Rauenthaler Berg Champagne Bordeaux, Pontet Canet Grenada Rum presented by Virgo " Cancer by Virgo Minutes last two, read and approved. Taurus appointed caterer of the next meeting, he to select the place and notify the Signs. Subscriptions of $30 each received from Aries, Virgo, Aquarius, Cancer, Leo, Pisces, Capricornus, Libra, Scorpio and Gemini. The meeting adjourned. 63 FIFTY-THIRD MEETING Delmonicos 30th Deer 1876 Present: Taurus, caterer; Aquarius, Cancer, Sagittarius, Aries, Pisces, Virgo, Capricornus, Libra, Gemini. Menu: Oysters Riz a I'oseille Bass, sauce Hollnndaise Selle de mouton a I'Anglaise Choux de Bruxelles Poulet Saute, Bordelaise Petis pois Sorbet au Kirsch Grouse rSti Salade Cheese Glaces — Fruits — Dessert Cafe Wines: Haut Sauternes Exhibition Sherry Champagne, Pommery Sec Mumm's Extra Dry Madeira, Buel, 1794 Grenada Rum presented by Libra presented by Pisces by Virgo Minutes of last meeting read and approved. Brother Aries appointed caterer of next meeting, he to select the place and notify the Signs. The meeting adjourned. 64 7/ ';///*„, ft ',//,,,,. FIFTY-FOURTH MEETING Pinards 27th Jany. 1877 Present: Aries, caterer; Gemini, Virgo, Libra, Cancer, Aquarius, Sagittarius, Pisces, Leo, Capricornus, Taurus. Menu : Oysters Chowder Consomme 1 Royale Terrapins a la Maryland Selle de mouton. Southdown Pommes Croquettes Epinards Choux-fleurs au gratin Sorbet Chapons aux marrons Salad Cheese Ice-cream — Fruits — Cafe Wines: Haut Sauternes Sherry & Punch Rauenthaler Pommery Sec Latour Chambertin Madeira, Binninger Old Applejack presented by Virgo presented by Aries " Virgo The reading of minutes of last meeting dispensed with. Brother Capricornus appointed caterer of the next meet- ing, he to select the place and notify the Signs. Moved and seconded that all the Brother Signs who have not presented their photographs to the Zodiacs be requested to present them at the next meeting. Carried. The meeting adjourned. 65 FIFTY-FIFTH MEETING Pinards 24th Feby. 1877 Capricornus, caterer; Libra, Leo, Aquarius, Pisces, Sagittarius, Cancer, Virgo, Aries, Taurus. Menu: Oysters Macaroni au gratin Chowder Sorbet Vol-au-vent a la Toulouse Pate de foies gras English mutton-chops Chapon pique aux marrons Bermudas Salad — Ice-cream — Brandied fruits Epinards a la Creme Fruits — Dessert — Cafe Wines:- Haut Sauternes Sherry Champagne, Pommery Sec Madeira, Ver de ho presented by Libra Ludlow, 1810 " " Capricornus Antigua Rum, from Geo. Bowdoin Grenada Rum " Virgo Minutes of the last two meetings read and approved. Brother Scorpio appointed caterer of the next meeting, he to select the place and notify the Signs. Should he be unable to serve, Brother Pisces to act in his place. The health of George Bowdoin and the memory of his father drunk in the rum sent by him. The meeting adjourned. 66 FIFTY-SIXTH MFETING Pinards 31st March 1877 Present: Scorpio, caterer; Cancer, Gemini, Sagittarius, Pisces, Aries, Aquarius, Libra, Capricornus, Taurus. Menu : Oysters Chowder Printanier Royale Vol-au-vent a la Toulouse Spring lamb, mint sauce Bermuda potatoes Petits pois Ris de veau — Epinards Sorbet Chapon aux marrons Salad Cheese Mince pie, presented by Cancer * * * Ice-cream — Fruits — Cafe Wines: Haut Sauternes Marcobrunner, 1838 Sherry Champagne, Pommery Sec Madeira, Rapid Rum, 1834 presented by Scorpio " Aquarius presented by Libra " Cancer Minutes of last meeting read and approved. Brother Cancer appointed caterer of the next meeting, he to select the place and notify the Signs. The meeting adjourned. 67 FIFTY-SEVENTH MEETING Hotel Brunswick 28th April 1877 Present: Pisces, caterer; Scorpio, Capricornus, Cancer, Taurus. Menu: Oysters Consomme Condorcet Bouchees de volaille £ la Reine Bass raye, sauce Bavaroise Filet de bceuf pique aux champignons frais Ris de veau a la Colbert Pommes de terre a la Duchesse Asperges a la Hollandaise Sorbet au Kirsch Becassines aux cressons Glace a la Diane chasseuse Gateau — Petits-fours Fromage — Fruits — Cafe Wines: Vin de Graves Sherry Marcobrunner Champagne, Brunswick Madeira, Constitution Grenada Rum presented by Pisces " Libra Minutes of last meeting read and approved. Brother Cancer appointed caterer of the next meeting, he to select the place and notify the Signs. The meeting adjourned. 68 FIFTY-EIGHTH MEETING Knickerbocker Club 24th Novr. 1877 Present: Cancer, caterer; Libra, Pisces, Capricornus, Virgo, Aquarius, Leo, Aries, Scorpio, Sagittarius, Taurus. Menu: Oysters Radishes — Olives — Celery Tortue verte Consomme a l'lmperiale Timbales a la Palermitaine Filets de soles a vin blanc Selle de mouton — Currant jelly String beans au gastronome Terrapins, Knickerbocker style Canvas-back ducks — Salad Petit pot de creme au chocolat Fromage de Pont-l'Eveque & de Brie Fruits — Glaces — Cafe Wines: Haut Sauternes Sherry Rauenthaler Berg Champagne, Perrier Jouet Latour, 1864 Grenada Rum Cognac, V. O. P. " Grande Fine Champagne presented by Cancer " Aries " Cancer by Virgo " Cancer Minutes of last meeting read and approved. Brother Virgo appointed caterer of the next meeting, he to select the place and notify the Signs. The Secretary received subscriptions of $30 each from Cancer, Libra, Pisces, Scorpio, Aries, Leo, Capricornus, Sagittarius, Virgo and Capricornus. The meeting adjourned. 69 FIFTY-NINTH MEETING Knickerbocker Club December 1877 Present: Virgo, caterer; Aries, Pisces, Aquarius, Cancer, Sagittarius, Capricornus, Taurus. Menu: Huitres Caviar sur toast — Celeri — Olives — Radis Bisque of crab Cromesquis de gibier a l'ltalienne Striped bass a la Hollandaise, garni d'eperlans frits — Pommes Duchesse Selle de mouton — Port-wine sauce Pommes au gastronome Haricots verts Terrapin a la Knickerbocker Macaroni au parmesan Canvas-back ducks — Jelly Salade de laitue Omelette soufflee au Maraschino Fromage de Brie — Stilton Glace Diplomate — Fruit — Cafe Wines: Steinwein Sherry Rauenthaler Champagne, Pommery Sec Latour, 1864 Rum, Grenada Brandy, V. O. P. presented by Cancer by Virgo by Virgo " Aries Minutes of last meeting read and approved. Sagittarius appointed caterer of next meeting, select the place and notify the Signs. Minutes approved. ie to 70 SIXTIETH MEETING Pinards 26th Jany. 1878 Present: Sagittarius, caterer; Cancer, Pisces, Capricor- nus, Aries, Libra, Virgo, Taurus. Menu: Chowder Croquettes de clams Selle de mouton Pommes Chateau Epinards a la Creme Terrapins a la Maryland Pate de foies gras en Bellevue Sorbet Canvas-back ducks Salade Fromage Omelette soufflee Fruits — Ice-cream Cafe Wines: Chablis Pemartin Sherry Pommery Sec Duminy Sec Chateau Latour, 1874 Arnold Rum Grenada Rum Charlatan presented by Libra presented by Virgo by Virgo Minutes of last meeting read and approved. Libra appointed caterer of the next meeting, he to choose the place and notify the Signs. Absent Signs drunk. The meeting adjourned. Cost of dinner. S72.25 71 SIXTY-FIRST MEETING Pinards 23d February 1878 Present: Libra, caterer; Leo, Virgo, Aries, Aquarius, Cancer, Pisces, Taurus. Menu: Huitres Chowder Vol-au-vent Toulouse Saddle of mutton Haricots flageolets Pommes Duchesse Terrapin a la Maryland Sorbet Chapons piques Salade, mayonnaise Fromages Fruits — Ice-cream — Cafe Wines: Steinberger by Pisces Sherry, Pemartin " Libra Rauenthaler Berg " Cancer Perrier Jouet Champagne Chateau Lafite, 1865 Blake Madeira by Libra Arnold Rum Old Plantation Rum by Libra Minutes of last meeting read and approved. Brother Leo appointed caterer of the next meeting, he to select the place and notify the Signs. Cost of dinner, 580.15 72 SIXTY-SECOND MEETING Pinards 23d March 1878 Present: Leo, caterer; Libra, Scorpio, Capricornus, Aries, Cancer, Pisces, Taurus, Sagittarius. Menu: Oysters Tortue verte Alose grillee — Concombres Petites bouchees de clams Spring lamb, mint sauce Bermudas — Tomates farcies Terrapin a la Maryland Timbales a la Milanaise Sorbet English Snipe aux cressons Salad Fromage Ice-cream — Cakes — Fruits Cafe Wines: Haut Sauternes Sherry Pommery Sec St. Julien Chateau Bechville, 1870 Old Antigua Grenada Rum Jamaica by Cancer " Libra Minutes of last meeting read and approved. Brother Aquarius appointed caterer of the next meeting, he to select the place and notify the Signs. Bro. Pisces moved that Bro. Sagittarius be appointed a committee of one to obtain the photographs of those Brothers who have not already sent them to the Club or the Brother Signs. Carried. The meeting adjourned. Cost of dinner, JS75.85 73 SIXTY-THIRD MEETING Delmonicos 27th April 1878 Present: Aquarius, caterer; Cancer, Scorpio, Pisces, Capricornus, Aries, Libra, Sagittarius, Taurus. Menu: Huttres Consomm6 Colbert Brissotins au Supreme Escalopes de bass a la Venitienne Selle d'agneau a l'Anglaise Filet de bceuf a la Cheron Ailes de volaille Perigueux Sorbet a la Romaine Squabs rStis Tomates Petits pois — Asperges, flageolets Pudding au Sabayon Mousse aux bananes — Gateaux Petits-fours — Fromage Fruits — Dessert — Cafe Wines: Chablis Sherry Champagne, Monopole, dry Pontet Canet Arnold Rum presented by Aquarius Minutes of last meeting read and approved. Bro. Sagittarius reported no progress. He was re- quested to continue his efforts. Bro. Taurus was appointed caterer for the next meet- ing, he to notify the Signs and select the place. The meeting adjourned. 74 SIXTY-FOURTH MEETING Pinards 30 November 1878 Present: Taurus, caterer; Gemini, Libra, Aries, Sagit- tarius, Scorpio, Capricornus, Cancer, Virgo. Menu: Huitres Potage tortue verte Chowder Red snapper — Hollandaise Vol-au-vent a la Toulouse Cotelettes de perdreaux — Puree de marrons Petits pois Terrapin a la Maryland Sorbet Pate de foie gras a la Strasbourg Canvas-back ducks Celery salad Fromage de Brie & de Roquefort Parfait au cafe Fruits & Cafe Wines: Vin de Graves Sherry Champagne, Pommery Sec Bordeaux, St. Julien and Bechville des Mirail Mulgan Madeira, Ceres, bottled 1792 1800 Grenada Rum, Charlatan, 1844 Liqueurs and brandy presented by Cancer " Scorpio " Cancer, from J. C. Wilmerding presented by Virgo Minutes of last meeting read and approved. At Brother Virgo's request, he was appointed caterer of the next meeting, he to select the place and notify the Signs. The Secretary received subscriptions of S30 each from Cancer, Virgo, Libra, Capricornus, Aries, Scorpio and Gemini. The meeting adjourned. Cost of dinner, S77.20 75 SIXTY-FIFTH MEETING Knickerbocker Club 28th December 1878 Present: Virgo, caterer; Sagittarius, Capricornus, Ge- mini, Aquarius, Cancer, Taurus. Menu: Huttres Ecrevisse a la Bordelaise Caviare on toast — Olives — Celery Artichauts a la Hollandaise Tortue verte, claire Virginia ham Timbales a la Rothschild Salade de laitue Chicken-halibut — Sauce Hollandaise Pouding Cabinet Selle de mouton — Currant jelly Fromage — Camembert — Stilton Choux de Bruxelles Glaces Cracked corn fritters Fruits assortis — Cafe Wines: Haut Sauternes Sherry Chateau Yquem, Evariste, Dupont & Co. presented by Sagittarius Champagne, Geisler & Co. Latour, 1864 Sherry, Amontillado presented by Cancer Charlatan Rum " " Virgo Minutes of the last meeting read and approved. Aries appointed caterer of the next meeting, he to select the place and notify the Signs. Aquarius' and Sagittarius' subscriptions were received by the secretary. Health of absent Signs drunk. The meeting adjourned. Cost of dinner, $66.82 76 SIXTY-SIXTH MEETING Knickerbocker Club 28th January 1879 Present: Aries, caterer; Virgo, Pisces, Capricornus, Cancer, Taurus. Menu: Huitres Caviare on toast C£leri — Olives — Radis Tortue verte, claire Consomme a la Chatelaine Petites bouchees a la Montglas Codfish, sauce de Homard Selle de mouton — Currant jelly Croquettes de pommes — Epinards a la Creme Terrapin a la Knickerbocker Chapon rdti au cresson Jambon Petit pot de creme au chocolat Mince pie a l'Astoria Fromage — GlacS — Fruits — Caf6 Wines: Haut Sauternes Manzanilla Sherry Pommery Sec Bordeaux Latour, 1864 C6te-R6tie White Port, 1815 Old Grenada Rum Liqueurs presented by Cancer presented by Virgo " Aries " Virgo Minutes of last meeting read and approved. Brother Pisces appointed caterer of the next meeting, he to select the place and notify the Signs. The meeting adjourned. Cost of dinner, 558.43 77 SIXTY-SEVENTH MEETING Knickerbocker Club 22d February 1879 Present: Pisces, caterer; Virgo, Aquarius, Aries, Capri- cornus, Leo, Cancer. Menu: Huitres Olives — C£leri — Beurre — Radis Bisque of crabs Timbales a la Rothschild Shad grillee a la Maltre d'H6tel Concombres — Tomates Selle de mouton — Currant jelly Bermuda potatoes — Haricots verts Pat£ de foie gras en croute Macaroni a I'ltalienne Mongrel goose — Apple sauce Salade de laitue Baba chaud au Kirsch Fromage de Roquefort Glac£ a la Nesselrode Fruits assortis — Cafe Wines: Haut Sauternes Sherry, London Dock Johannisberger, Blue Seal, 1870 Pommery Sec Chateau Latour, 1864 Constitution Madeira, 1798 Old Jamaica Rum (Saml. Colt) Liqueurs In the absence of the secretary, Aries was elected secre- tary pro tem. The reading of the minutes of the previous meeting was dispensed with and the secretary was requested to notify the caterer of the next meeting, who will select the place and notify the Signs. Health of absent Signs drunk. The meeting adjourned. Cost of dinner, 571.16 presented by Capricornus " Cancer presented by Pisces 78 SIXTY-EIGHTH MEETING Knickerbocker Club 29th March 1879 Present: Capricornus, caterer; Aries, Pisces, Libra, Cancer, Scorpio. Menu: Huitres, Blucpoints Olives — Celeri — Olives beurre Chicken gumbo a l'Americaine Consomme a l'Exclinac Rissolettes a la Moderne Striped bass, sauce aux crevettes — Concombres Saddle of spring lamb, mint sauce Petits pois Francaise Bermuda potatoes Champignons frais saut£s a la Rennel Faisan chaponne aux marrons Jambon a la Zodiac — Salade de laitue Petit pot de Creme au chocolat Fromage de Brie & Camembert Fifth Avenue Bombes Fruit — Cafe, &c. Wines: Haut Sauternes Sherry Moet et Chandon, Grand Cremant Pommery Sec Latour, 1868 Latour, 1864 Ludlow Madeira, 1810 Charlotte Town Rum Grenada Rum St. Croix Rum presented by Capricornus presented by Cancer by Capricornus by Cancer Reading of the minutes on motion dispensed with. Cancer appointed caterer of next meeting, he to point the place and notify the Signs. Meeting adjourned. ap- 79 SIXTY-NINTH MEETING Knickerbocker Club 26th April 1879 Present: Cancer, caterer; Libra, Aquarius, Capricornus, Aries, Taurus. Menu: Little-neck clams Olives — Radis — Beurre Consomme a la Fleury Tortue verte, claire Saumon, sauce Hollandaise Concombres Selle d'agneau, mint sauce New string beans Croquettes de pommes Champignons frais sur toast Asperges au beurre fonde Chapon au cressons Jambon au Zodiacs Salade de laitue Bavaroise au caf£ Fromage — Fraises — Creme a la Vanille — Cafe Wines: Haut Sauternes Sherry by Capricornus Pommery Sec Grand Vin Cremant Chambertin Rum Minutes of the last meeting read and approved. Brother Scorpio appointed caterer of next meeting, he to appoint the place and notify the Signs. Health of absent Signs drank. Meeting adjourned. Received from Pisces Si 5. 80 SKVENTIbT H MEETING Knickerbocker Club V \ cinlxT 1S79 Present: Scorpio, caterer; Capricornus, Cancer, Libra, Virgo, Aries, Taurus. Menu: Huttres Tortue verte, claire Timbales a la Moderne Black bass a la Maitre d'Hotel Pommes Duchesse Selle de venaison — Port-wine sauce Petits pois — Pommes Parisienne Wines: Rauenthaler Berg, Auslese, 1868 Manzanilla Sherry Champagnes, Bonaparte & Pommery Sec Chambertin Chateau Margaux, 1869 Sherry Grenada Rum, Charlatan Antigua Terrapins a la Knickerbocker Celeri au jus Red-head duck — Currant jelly Poires a la Richelieu Fromage de Brie — Stilton Glace Napolitaine Fruit — Cafe presented by Cancer presented by Virgo " Libra Minutes of the last meeting read and approved. The deaths of Brothers Pisces and Sagittarius were re- ported by the Sccty to the Club and it was ordered that a minute be recorded expressing the deep regret of the Club at their loss. Their memories were drunk in silence. Brother Libra was appointed caterer of the next meet- ing, he to select the place and notify the Signs. Cost of dinner, S64.33 The meeting adjourned. The Secty. received subscriptions (S30. ea.) from Capri- cornus, Virgo, Scorpio, Cancer, Libra, Aries & Aquarius. On 27th Deer, received subscription of Gemini. 81 SEVENTY-FIRST MEETING Union Club 27th Deer. 1879 Present: Libra, caterer; Cancer, Aries, Capricornus, Virgo, Taurus. Menu: Oysters Green turtle, clear Cromesquis a la Union Club Filet de bass raye, farci au gratin — Potatoes Breton Roast saddle of Southdown mutton Celeri au jus — Pommes de terre en Surprise Stewed terrapin a la Maryland Sorbet au Kirsch Roast wild ducks Hominy balls Lettuce, mayonnaise Cheese — Fruits — Dessert Ice-cream Cafe Wines: Latour Blanche 64, Closman Sherry, Thompson Dry Cliquot, Yellow Label Burgundy, C6te-R6tie, 1868 presented by Libra Rum, Charlatan " " Virgo Antigua " " Libra Minutes of last meeting read and approved. Brother Virgo appointed caterer of the next meeting, he to select the place and notify the Signs. The Secretary read the resignation of Brother Aquarius. On motion, the Secretary was requested to inform Brother Aquarius that his resignation had been presented and laid on the table until the next meeting, that it had been received with great regret and that he be asked if it was not possible for him to withdraw the same. 82 It was then resolved that the meeting proceed to fill the vacancy in the Club caused by the death of Brother Pisces. The Secty. received the votes of all present and he was instructed to inform absent members and obtain their votes and to report the result at the next meeting if possible. The meeting adjourned. Cost of dinner, $57.97 8 3 SEVENTY-SECOND MEETING Knickerbocker Club January 31st 1880 Present: Virgo, caterer; Scorpio, Aries, Taurus. Menu: Oysters Bisque aux ecrevisses Chicken-halibut a la Hollandaise Concombres Selle de mouton — Port-wine sauce Croquettes de pommes de terre Epinards a la Creme Sorbet au Kirsch Wines: Haut Sauternes Amontillado Sherry Pommery Sec Margaux Lafite. 1868 Rum Leo, Cancer, Capricornus, Chapons farcis aux marrons Jambon a la Fearing Salades de tomates et de laitue Entremets en Surprise Fromage de Brie & Camembert Glace — Tutti-frutti Fruit Cafe presented by Cancer " Virgo The Secretary being absent, Brother Virgo was chosen to act in his place. The reading of the minutes of the last meeting was dispensed with. Brother Leo was appointed caterer of the next meeting, he to select the place and notify the Signs. A communication was received from Brother Aquarius "that though the kind expression of friendly feeling and fellowship" (the action in regard to his resignation at the last meeting) "shall always be treasured most sacredly, I am most reluctantly compelled to ask that my resigna- tion be accepted." 84 It was moved that his resignation be accepted & that the secretary be requested to notify him of the same & also to state that the Zodiac deeply regret being obliged to part with him as a Brother Sign. The Secretary announced a unanimous vote in favor of the election of Mr. Wm. TurnbuII to fill the vacancy of Pisces. Cancer moved that the Secy, be requested to notify Mr. TurnbuII. Carried. It was moved by Scorpio & seconded by Capricornus that hereafter all voting for a new member be taken by writing the name of a candidate on a ticket. Carried. It was moved by Brother Cancer and seconded by Brother Aries that an election to fill the vacancy in the Club caused by the death of Brother Sagittarius take place at the next meeting and suggested the name of Mr. George S. Bowdoin and that the Secretary notify the Brother Signs. Carried. The meeting adjourned. 85 SEVENTY-THIRD MEETING Knickerbocker Club 28th February 1880 Present: Leo, caterer; Pisces, Gemini, Cancer, Capri- cornus, Aries, Virgo, Taurus. Menu: Huitres Consomme a la Orleans Creme d'asperges Black bass a la Maitre d'HStel Concombres Saddle of spring lamb, mint sauce New green peas — Bermuda potatoes Jambon au epinards PSte de fole gras en Bellevue Wines: Haut Sauternes Starin Sherry Rauenthaler Berg, 1868 Pommery Sec Cuvillier Nults, 1865 Chateau Margaux, 1870, and Grand Mouton, 1869 Brown Sherry Grenada Rum " 1857 Chapon farci aux marrons Tomato salad Mince pie a la Astoria Fromage de Brie & Camembert Fraises frappees en caisses Glace aux fraises a la vanille, presented by Virgo Cafe presented by Cancer presented by Virgo presented by Gemini " Cancer " Virgo " Cancer The minutes of the last two meetings were read and ap- proved. Brother Taurus appointed caterer of the next meeting, he to appoint the place and notify the Signs. The election of a new member to fill the place of Sagit- tarius took place. After the ballot the Secty. announced that George S. Bowdoin was unanimously elected. The Secty. was directed to notify Mr. Bowdoin of his election. The meeting adjourned. The Secty. received Si 5 from Brother Pisces for dues. Cost of dinner. 870.96 86 SEVENTY-FOURTH MEETING Knickerbocker Club 27th March 1880 Present: Taurus, caterer; Scorpio, Libra, Virgo, Aries, Cancer, Sagittarius. Menu: Oysters Bisque d'ecrevisses Cromesquis a la Demidoff Shad grillee a la Maitre d'Hotel Concombres Quartier d'agneau, mint sauce Tomates farcies — Pommes Pari- sienne Vol-au-vent de volaille a la Toulouse Petits pois nouveaux Asperges a la Hollandaise English Snipe aux cressons Salade de laitue Charlotte a la Rothschild Fromage de Camembert & Gruyere Biscuits glaces Cafe Wines: Steinwein, New York Club Sherry Pommery Sec and Napoleon Lafite, 1858 Margaux, 1869 Port Wine Old Barbadoes Rum, Bloodgood presented by Cancer by Cancer " Libra The reading of the minutes of the last meeting dis- pensed with as the Secty. had forgotten to bring them. Brother Gemini appointed caterer of next meeting, he to select the place and notify the Signs. The meeting adjourned. The Secty. received Sio from Brother Sagittarius for dues. Cost of dinner, S69.81 87 SEVENTY-FIFTH MEETING Knickerbocker Club 24th April 1880 Present: Gemini, caterer; Libra, Cancer, Aries, Capri- cornus, Sagittarius, Scorpio, Leo, Taurus. Menu: Little-neck clams Tortue verte, claire Rissoles a la Pompadour Long Island trout, sauce Hollandaise Concombres Selle de mouton — Currant jelly New green peas — Bermuda potatoes Spring chicken a la Marechale New string beans Asperges a la vinaigrette English snipe Salade de tomates & laitue Riz a la Congaid Fifth Avenue bombes Fromage de Brie & Stilton Fraises Cafe Wines: Haut Sauternes, 1865 Sherry Pommery Sec Cuvillier Mouton Rothschild, 1869 Lafite, 1858 Habersham Madeira Starin Sherry, C. 13 Grenada Rum presented by Gemini presented by Gemini Minutes of the last two meetings read & approved. Brother Aries appointed caterer of the next meeting, he to select the place & notify the Signs. Proposed and seconded that there be an extra meeting in May or June. Carried. Brother Cancer was appointed caterer, he to select the place and notify the Signs. The Meeting adjourned. Cost of dinner, S82.35 88 J^/f/r/tr/rt/ C/uirc/i SEVENTY-SIXTH MEETING Knickerbocker Club November 1880 Present: Aries, caterer; Cancer, Sagittarius, Capricor- nus, Pisces, Gemini, Scorpio, Virgo, Libra, Taurus. Sherry, Manzanilla Rauenthaler, 1868 Pommery Sec Creme Imperial Chateau Margaux Medford Rum presented by Cancer Grenada Rum Minutes of last meeting read and approved. Brother Pisces appointed caterer of the next meeting, he to select the place and notify the Signs. Resolved, that as the next regular day for a meeting would be on Christmas, the next meeting be held on the 8th Jany. 1881. The Secty. received subscriptions from all the Signs. Menu Huitres Green-turtle soup, clear Rissolets a la Pompadour Chicken-halibut a la Hollandaise Terrapins a la Knickerbocker Canvas-back ducks Celery, mayonnaise Peches a la Conde Fromage Fruits — Creme de Nougat Cafe" - et sauce de homard Selle de mouton, port-wine sauce Choux de Bruxelles Potatoes, Boston style Wines Chateau Yquem Cost of dinner, $91.85 8 9 SEVENTY-SEVENTH MEETING Union Club 8th Jany. 1881 Present: Pisces, caterer; Leo, Cancer, Capricornus, Sagittarius, Libra, Aries, Taurus. Menu: Oysters Consomme de gibier Persigny Boudin de volaille a la Union Club Filet de Louvine a la Joinville Roast saddle of Southdown mutton Pommes Brabant — Choux de Bruxelles Stewed terrapin a la Maryland C£leri glace au jus Sorbet au Kirsch Roast canvas-back ducks Lettuce salad Cheese Fruits — Dessert — Ice-cream Cafe Wines: Rauenthaler Berg Amontillado, 1846 Champagne, Clicquot Chateau Latour 74 Margaux, 1848 58 Lafite 64 Port, very old Rum, Antigua, 1847 presented by Pisces Sagittarius Reading the minutes dispensed with. Brother Sagittarius appointed caterer of next meeting, he to select the place and notify the Signs. The Caterer moved that a letter be addressed to Brother Scorpio expressing their regret at his enforced absence and 90 their sympathy with his sufferings, and that this be signed by all the Brothers. Carried. Brother Gemini was appointed to carry the above reso- lution into effect. Meeting adjourned. Cost of dinner. $80.60 Brother Aries presented and read to the meeting a curi- ous account of another Zodiac Club formed some years ago in London and composed of authors and publishers.* * See minutes of the 261st meeting, page 318. 9i SEVENTY-EIGHTH MEETING Knickerbocker Club 26th Jany. 1881 Present: Sagittarius, caterer; Gemini, Libra, Capricor- nus, Aries, Pisces, Cancer, Taurus. Menu: Huitres Pur£e de concombres & la Princesse Printaniere a la Royale Creme frite au parmesan Black bass a la Maltre d'Hdtel Pommes Parisienne Selle de mouton — Currant jelly Pommes Chateaubriand Choux de Bruxelles Pate de foie gras en Bellevue Chapon roti farci aux marrons Celery, mayonnaise Petit pot de cafe a la Chantilly Fromage Creme de Nougat Fruit — Caf£ Wines: Johannisberger, 1868 Sherry, Manzanilla Veuve Clicquot Ponsardin, Yellow Label Lafite '58 and '70 Port Port Antigua Rum presented by Sagittarius presented by Sagittarius presented by Sagittarius Minutes of last two meetings read and approved. Bro. Capricornus appointed caterer of next meeting, he to select the place and notify the Signs. The health of Bro. Scorpio and his speedy and entire recovery drunk. The meeting adjourned. Cost of dinner, 875.82 9 2 SEVENTY-NINTH MEETING Knickerbocker Club 26th Feby. 1881 Present: Capricornus, caterer; Aries, Pisces, Cancer, Leo, Libra, Taurus. Menu: Oysters Bisque d'ecrevisses Consomme a la Su£doise Chicken-halibut, sauce Hollandaise Cucumbers Selle de mouton — Currant jelly Epinards au jus — Tomates farcies Vol-au-vent de ris de veau Petits pois Champignons frais sur toast Chapon roti aux cressons Salad of Lettuce Souffle aux pommes Camembert et Brie Glace — Fruit — Cafe Wines: Rauenthaler Berg, 1868 Veuve Clicquot Sherry Medoc Chateau LaGrange Latour '70 Port Grenada Rum presented by Cancer The Minutes of the last meeting read and approved. Brother Cancer appointed caterer of the next meeting, he to select the place and notify the Signs. The health of absent members drank. The meeting adjourned. Cost of dinner, S66.65 93 EIGHTIETH MEETING Knickerbocker Club 26th March 1881 Present: Cancer, caterer; Sagittarius, Libra, Capricor- nus, Aries, Taurus. Wines: Johannisberger, Blue Seal, 1870 presented by Cancer Sherry Veuve Clicquot Chateau Lafite, 1858 Latour, 1870 Antigua Rum, 1847 Minutes of the last meeting read and approved. Bro. Libra appointed caterer of the next meeting, he to select the place and notify the Signs. The meeting adjourned. Menu Oysters Consomme a la Metternich Shad a la Maitre d'Hotel Cucumbers Selle d'agneau, mint sauce Bermuda potatoes Champignons frais sur toast Asperges, sauce Hollandaise English snipe on toast Tomato salad Petit pot de creme au chocolat Fromages de Brie & Roquefort Strawberries Ice-cream — Caf6 Cost of dinner, S61.00 94 EIGHTY-FIRST MEETING Union Club 30th April 1881 Present: Libra, caterer; Gemini, Cancer, Leo, Capri- cornus, Pisces, Aries, Sagittarius, Taurus. Menu : Little-neck clams Printaniere a la Royale Raviolis a la Milanaise Filet de sole a la Normandie Cucumber salad Roast saddle of spring Iamb, mint sauce Tomates farcies — Petits pois Supreme de volaille a la Dauphine Artichauts a I'Anglaise Asperges aux branches Sorbet au Kirsch Roast English snipe au cressons — Lettuce Fromage — Strawberry pudding — Glace a la Nesselrode Wines: Johannisberger, 1846 Chateau Yquem, 1864 Sherry Veuve Clicquot Lafite, 1868 Latour, 1864 Lafite, 1864 presented by Libra presented by Sagittarius Minutes of last meeting read and approved. Brother Virgo appointed caterer of the next meeting, he to select the place and notify the Signs. Meeting adjourned. Cost of dinner, S84.ll 95 EIGHTY-SECOND MEETING Knickerbocker Club 26th November 1881 Present: Virgo, caterer; Aries, Libra, Pisces, Capricor- nus, Sagittarius, Cancer, Taurus. Menu: Hultres Selle de mouton — Jelly Green turtle, clear Celery salad Petites bouchees a la Montglas Ice-cream Napolitaine Striped bass Hollandaise, cucumber Fromage de Roquefort & Brie sauce Fruit Terrapin a la Knickerbocker Coffee Artichokes fried a la vinaigrette Wines: Sauternes Sherry Ruedesheimer presented by Virgo Champagne, Irroy Sec Chateau LaGrange Chateau Lafite, 1870 Gardiner Howland Rum, 1820 presented by Aries Minutes of the last meeting read and approved. Brother Taurus appointed caterer of the next dinner, he to select the place and notify the Signs. On motion it was resolved that owing to the enforced absence of Brother Scorpio he has been placed on the ab- sent list & that the Sectry. be requested to inform him of the same & return the check sent by him for the payment of his dues for the current year. The meeting adjourned. Cost of dinner, £82.00 Yearly dues reed, from Libra, Aries, Cancer, Capri- cornus, Virgo, Sagittarius, Aquarius, Pisces & Leo & Gemini. 96 df T/' C/rtif/f,n'/i EIGHTY-THIRD MEETING Knickerbocker Club 31st Deer 1881 Present: Taurus, caterer; Gemini, Pisces, Aries, Virgo, Cancer, Libra. Menu: Oysters Tortile verte, claire Julienne Chicken-halibut, sauce Hollandaise Pommes de terre Selle de mouton Pommes Duchesse — Choux de Bruxelles Terrapin Canvas-back ducks Celeri, mayonnaise Pudding glace Diplomat Stilton — Brie Fruit Cafe Wines: Haut Sauternes Sherry Veuve Clicquot, Yellow Seal Latour, 1874 Sherry Madeira Charlatan Rum presented by Sagittarius " Virgo Minutes of the last meeting read & approved. Brother Leo appointed caterer of the next meeting, he to select the place & notify the Signs. The Sectry. read a letter from Brother Scorpio returning his check as he hoped soon to be able to be present at the meeting & promising soon to send a saddle of mutton to the Zodiacs. The health of Bro. Scorpio drank with the best wishes for his speedy recovery & early appearance at the meetings & the Sectry. was directed to hold the check & to send the thanks of ""he Zodiac for the saddle. The meeting adjourned. 97 EIGHTY-FOURTH MEETING Union Club 28th Jany. 1882 Present: Leo, caterer; Aries, Libra, Cancer, Sagittarius, Capricornus, Taurus. Menu: Oysters Green-turtle soup, clear Cotelettes d'ecrevisses a la Comtesse Striped Bass garni, sauce Hollandaise Roast saddle of Southdown mutton Pommes de terre — Haricots panaches Timbale de macaroni a la Parisienne Stewed terrapin a la Maryland Sorbet au Maraschino Roast capon a la Pennington Lettuce salad Fromages varies Ice-cream Fruit — Cafe Wines: Haut Sauternes Sherry Pommery Sec Chateau Latour, 1874 Jamaica Rum, 1793 presented by Cancer Minutes of the last meeting read and approved. Brother Gemini appointed caterer of the next meeting, he to select the place & notify the Signs. Pisces (TurnbuII) next. 98 EIGHTY-FIFTH MEETING Knickerbocker Club 25th February 1882 Present: Gemini, caterer; Scorpio, Libra, Capricornus, Sagittarius, Aries, Cancer, Taurus. Menu : Oysters Julienne, strained Puree de concombres Caviare on toast North Carolina shad grille Concombres — Pommes Parisienne Saddle of mutton, raised and pre- sented by Scorpio Wines: Haut Sauternes Sherry Rauenthaler Pommery Sec Chateau Latour, 1874 Antigua Rum, 1847 Minutes of last meeting read and approved. Brother Aries appointed caterer of next meeting. He to select the place & notify the Signs. Meeting adjourned. Bermuda potatoes Chaudfroid de pluviers Fresh asparagus Spring chicken Salade de tomates Souffle de pommes Fromage de Gorgonzola Fruit — Cafe 99 EIGHTY-SIXTH MEETING Knickerbocker Club 25th March 1882 Present: Aries, caterer; Scorpio, Libra, Sagittarius, Virgo, Pisces, Capricornus, Cancer, Taurus. Menu: Oysters Creme d'asperges Consomme Royale Petite timbale Milanaise Broiled shad — Concombres Pommes en serviette Selle d'agneau, mint sauce Petit pois frais — Bermuda potatoes Ris de veau piques Financiere Asperges fraiches, sauce Hollandaise Punch Capon — Lettuce salad Tomato salad Gorgonzola cheese Fruit — Coffee Wines: Haut Sauternes Veuve Clicquot Pommery Sec Vin Brut Rauenthaler Chateau Lafite, 1870 Sherry, Elixir Grenada Rum, Charlatan presented by Aries " Virgo Minutes of last meeting read and approved. Brother Pisces appointed caterer of next meeting, to select the place & notify the Signs. Next Sagittarius. He Cost of dinner, glOl.91 100 EIGHTY-SEVENTH MEETING Knickerbocker Club 29th April 1882 Present: Pisces, caterer; Scorpio, Gemini, Leo, Sagit- tarius, Aries, Libra, Capricornus, Cancer, Taurus. Menu : Little-neck clams — Brown bread Julienne strained Croustade Parisienne aux truffes Fresh salmon, sauce Hollandaise Cucumbers — Potatoes Roast saddle of lamb, mint sauce Fresh peas — Bermuda potatoes Asperges, sauce Hollandaise Grass plover Lettuce and tomato salad Vanilla ice-cream — Strawberries Gorgonzola and Camembert cheese Coffee Wines: Haut Sauternes Sherry Veuve Clicquot Chateau Lafite, 1870 Margaux, 1869 Madeira, Murdock, 1817 Antigua Rum, 1847 presented by Sagittarius " Pisces Minutes of last meeting read and approved. Brother Sagittarius appointed caterer of next meeting, he to select the place and notify the Signs. Meeting adjourned. Capricornus next. IOI EIGHTY-EIGHTH MEETING Union Club 25th Novr. 1882 Present: Sagittarius, caterer; Cancer, Capricornus, Pis- ces, Scorpio, Taurus. Menu: Oysters Green-turtle soup Chicken-halibut, sauce Hollandaise Terrapin a la Maryland Saddle of Southdown mutton Pommes Duchesse — Haricots verts Celeri au jus Sorbet au rhum Red-head ducks Lettuce salad Fromages varies Ice-cream — Fruits — Cafe Wines: Sherry Veuve Clicquot Chateau Lafite. 1870 Margaux, 1860 Antigua Rum presented by Sagittarius Minutes of last meeting read and approved. Brother Capricornus appointed caterer of the next meet- ing, he to select the place & notify the Signs. Subs S30 each reed, from Capricornus, Cancer, Scorpio, Sagittarius, Pisces, Aries, Leo & Taurus, Virgo & Gemini. Cancer next. 102 EIGHTY-NINTH MEETING Knickerbocker Club 30th Deer 1882 Present: Capricornus, caterer; Libra, Cancer, Virgo, Aries, Gemini, Sagittarius, Taurus. Wines: Rauenthaler, 1868 Sherry Veuve Clicquot Lafite, '75 Madeira, C. L. Livingston*** Minutes of last meeting read & approved. Bro. Virgo appointed caterer of next meeting. He to select the place & notify the Signs. Cost of dinner, 877.10, $2.15 ea. Libra; subscription $30 received. Cancer next. Menu: Oysters Green turtle, clear Sheepshead, sauce Hollandaise Cucumbers Saddle of mutton — Currant jelly Brussels sprouts — Lima beans Vol-au-vent de perdreaux Canvas-back ducks Celery salad Glace tutti-frutti Gorgonzola cheese Fruit — Caf§ 1810 Habersham Madeira presented by Capricornus by Pisces 103 NINETIETH MEETING Knickerbocker Club Jany 30th 1883 Present: Virgo, caterer; Scorpio, Libra, Aries, Cancer, Capricornus, Sagittarius, Pisces, Leo, Taurus. Menu: Oysters Green turtle Croustade Parisienne Black bass a la Maltre de Hotel Cucumbers Saddle of mutton Pommes Parisienne — French peas Artichauts francaises, sauce Hol- landaise Pate de foie gras Celeri, mayonnaise Ice-cream — Fruit — Caf6 Wines: Rauenthaler Sherry Jurancon Veuve Clicquot Ponsardin Lafite, '69 Grape juice, H B Madeira, M. & B., 1809 Grape juice, 1814 Antigua Rum presented by Aries presented by Virgo " Pisces Minutes of last meeting read & approved. Brother Cancer appointed as caterer of next meeting. He to select the place & notify the Signs. 104 NINETY-FIRST MEETING Knickerbocker Club 24th Febry 1883 Present: Cancer, eaterer; Aries, Capricornus, Scorpio, Taurus. Menu: Oysters, Blue Point Fresh asparagus Green turtle, clear Chapon farci aux truffes Chicken-halibut, sauce Hollandaise Ice-cream Roast loin of spring lamb, mint sauce Gorgonzola cheese Peas — Potatoes Fruit — Caf6 Pat6 de foie gras, presented by Virgo Wines: Rauenthaler Berg, Auslese presented by Cancer Sherry Pommery Sec Mouton Rothschild, 1875 presented by Cancer Medford Rum Various Madeiras " Aries The table was decorated by a beautiful and excessively fragrant basket of violets raised & presented by Cancer. Minutes of last meeting read and approved. Brother Libra appointed caterer of the next meeting. He to select the place & notify the Signs. The Secretary was requested to present the thanks of the meeting to Brother Virgo for the Pate he sent. The meeting adjourned. (Church next.) S9.50 to credit of next dinner Cost of dinner, $45.50 105 NINETY-SECOND MEETING Union Club March 31st 1883 Present: Libra, caterer; Scorpio, Sagittarius, Gemini, Capricornus, Taurus. Menu: Oysters Printaniere a la Royale Cromesquis a la Union Club Boiled shad, sauce Hollandaise Cucumber salad Supreme de volaille Pet its pois Ris de veau bouillis a la creme Artichauts sautes Sorbet au Kirsch Roast lamb, mint sauce Pommes Bermuda Haricots verts Fromages varies Lettuce salad Ice-cream — Fruits — Cafe Wines: Rauenthaler Berg Sherry Pommery Sec Veuve Clicquot Clossman's Latour, 1874 Jamaica Rum presented by Libra Minutes of last meeting read and approved. Brother Scorpio appointed caterer of next meeting, to select the place & notify the Signs. Meeting adjourned. He 106 NINETY-THIRD MEETING Delmonico's 28th April 1883 Present: Scorpio, caterer; Sagittarius, Capricornus, Libra, Leo, Aries, Cancer, Taurus. Menu: Clams Consomme Colbert Creme de choux-fleurs Olives — Radis Alose grillee au beurre de homard Selle d'agneau a la Colbert Ailles de volaille a la Bearnaise Pluviers sautes a la Bourguignonne Sorbet au Kirsch Doe-birds — Salad Petits pois — Tomates — Haricots verts Gateaux varies — Petits-fours Fromages Fruits and desserts — Cafe Wines: Chablis Sherry Pommery Sec Veuve Clicquot Margaux, '69 Lafite, '70 Old Port, 1820 Madeira, Charleston Antigua Rum presented by Sagittarius " Cancer " Sagittarius Minutes of last meeting read and approved. Brother Taurus appointed caterer of next meeting, he to select the place and notify the Signs. Meeting adjourned. Cost of dinner, 877.00 107 NINETY-FOURTH MEETING Knickerbocker Club 24th Novr. 1883 Present: Taurus, caterer; Cancer, Virgo, Sagittarius, Scorpio, Aries, Libra. Menu: Wines: Oysters Green turtle, clear Chicken-halibut, sauce Hollandaise Boiled potatoes Saddle of Southdown mutton Potato croquettes Choux-fleurs a la creme American peas Marshal Sherry, original importation Pommery Sec Latour, 1874 Mouton Rothschild Old Port Grenada Rum Terrapin a la Maryland Artichauts francais a la vinaigrette Canvas-back duck — Currant jelly Chicory and escarole salad Savarin au rhum Ice-cream Gorgonzola and Brie cheese Fruit — Cafe presented by Cancer presented by Sagittarius " Cancer Minutes of last meeting read and approved. Brother Libra appointed caterer of next meeting, he to select the place & notify the Signs. The Sectry. presented the resignation of Brother Capri- cornus. On motion of Bro. Libra it was Resolved: That this resignation be laid on the Table & that the Secretary be requested to notify Brother Capricor- nus, that it is the earnest and unanimous request of the meet- ing that he will withdraw his resignation. The Secty. acknowledges the receipt of S30 from the following members: Virgo, Gemini, Cancer, Scorpio, Aries, Sagittarius & Libra. Meeting adjourned. Cost of dinner, $64.00 108 NINETY-FIFTH MEETING Union Club 29th Deer 1883 Present : Leo, caterer; Cancer, Aries, Virgo, Pisces, Libra, Sagittarius, Scorpio, Capricornus, Taurus. Menu: Oysters ConsommS a la Jonathan Cromesquis a la Union Club Striped bass, sauce Hollandaise Saddle of Southdown mutton Pommes Duchesse — Haricots verts Choux-fleurs au gratin Sorbet Capon a la Pennington Celeri, mayonnaise Fromages varies Ice-cream — Fruit — Cafe Wines: Haut Sauternes Sherry Pommery Sec Chateau Lafite, 1868 Grenada Rum presented by Bro. Cancer Minutes of last meeting read & approved. Bro. Gemini appointed caterer of next meeting he to select the place & notify the Signs. The Secretary reported that Brother Capricornus had withdrawn his resignation. The Sectry. acknowledges receipt of subscriptions from Broths. Pisces, Capricornus & Leo. Meeting adjourned. 109 NINETY-SIXTH MEETING Union Club 26th Jany. 1884 Present: Gemini, caterer; Aries, Sagittarius, Cancer, Virgo, Pisces, Libra, Scorpio, Taurus. Menu : Oysters Clear green turtle Boiled red snapper Cucumbers Boudin a la Richelieu Petits pois Saddle of Southdown mutton, currant jelly Croquettes de pommes — Flageolets Fonds d'artichauts farcis Stewed terrapin Sorbet Roast spring chicken Tomato salad Cheese — Fruit — Cafes Wines: Rauenthaler Berg Sherry Pommery Sec, Vin brut Mouton Rothschild, 1875 Madeira, Buchannan, 1797 Madeira, Mouse Antigua Rum, 1847 presented by Gemini Minutes of last meeting read and approved. Brother Aries appointed caterer of next meeting, to select the place & notify the Signs. Meeting adjourned. He Cost of dinner, S98.47 I 10 NINETY-SEVENTH MEETING Knickerbocker Club 23d Feby 1884 Present: Aries, caterer; Scorpio, Libra, Virgo, Sagitta- rius, Capricornus, Leo, Cancer, Taurus. Menu: Oysters, Blue Point — Brown bread Green turtle, clear Puree de celeri aux croutons Broiled black bass, tomato mayon- naise Saddle of spring lamb, mint sauce French peas — Flageolet potatoes Ris de veau Financiere — Fonds d'ar- tichauts Fresh mushrooms Terrapin a la Maryland Ph. Chapon farci aux truffes Lettuce salad Compote de peches au riz Ice-cream Gorgonzola & Camembert cheese Fruits — Coffee Wines: Rauenthaler Berg Sherry Pommery Sec, Vin brut Chateau Mouton Rothschild, 1875 Clossman's Latour, 1870 Johnson's Margaux, 1869 Grenada Rum, 1847 Charlotte Town Rum presented by Virgo Apple Brandy " Cancer " Virgo Minutes of last meeting read & approved. Brother Pisces appointed caterer of the next meeting. He to appoint the place and notify the Signs. Meeting adjourned. Cost of dinner, 890.00 I I I NINETY-EIGHTH MEETING Knickerbocker Club 29th March 1884 Present: Pisces, caterer; Aries, Sagittarius, Scorpio, Libra, Gemini, Cancer, Capricornus, Taurus. Menu: Little-neck clams Consomme cosmopolite North River shad, maltre d'HOtel Fresh tomatoes, mayonnaise Boiled potatoes Saddle of spring lamb, mint sauce Fresh okra — New peas — Pommes Duchesse Asparagus, sauce Hollandaise Pat6 de foie gras en Bellevue Salade de laitue Chapon farci aux marrons — Haricots verts Glace tutti-frutti Strawberries Gorgonzola & Camembert cheese Fruits and coffee Wines: Rauenthaler Berg Sherry Chateau Yquem, 1865 Pommery Sec Chateau Mouton, 1815 Madeira, Juno, 1821 Madeira, Murdock, 1819 1817 Grenada Rum Charlotte Town presented by Cancer presented by Aries " Pisces Minutes of last meeting read & approved. Brother Sagittarius appointed caterer of next meeting, he to select the place & notify the Signs. Meeting adjourned. Cost of dinner, $95.20 112 NINETY-NINTH MEETING Knickerbocker Club 26th April 1884 Present: Sagittarius, caterer; Pisces, Capricornus, Libra, Leo, Scorpio, Taurus. Menu: Little-neck clams Oysters Printaniere a la Royale Puree aux pois verts aux croutons Boiled Oregon salmon, tomato mayonnaise, anchovy and Holland- aise sauce Saddle of spring lamb, mint sauce New peas — Bermuda potatoes Supreme de pluviers a la Perigueux New string beans Asparagus, sauces Hollandaise et a la vinaigrette Broiled spring chicken Westphalia ham Apple souffle — Cheese Strawberries Ice-cream — Coffee Wines: Johannisberger, 1868 Sherry Veuve Clicquot Geisler Chateau Lafite, 1870 Reserve Port Grenada Rum presented by Sagittarius presented by Sagittarius Minutes of last meeting read and approved. Bro. Capricornus appointed caterer of next meeting. He to appoint the place and notify the Signs with the re- quest that he make the dinner a memorable one and incur for that purpose such expense as he thinks necessary and appropriate for the Centenary Dinner of the Club. Meeting adjourned. Cost of dinner, S70.ll "3 CENTENARY MEETING Union Club November 1884 Present: Capricornus, caterer; Leo, Pisces, Sagittarius, Virgo, Cancer, Aries, Libra, Gemini, Scorpio, Taurus. Menu: Oysters, half-shell Consomme a la Grammont Hors-d'oeuvre Croustade a I'Union Terrapins a I'Americaine Saddle of mutton — Currant jelly Pommes grille — Choux de Bruxelles Timbale de macaroni a la Parisienne Petits pois Celeri farci a I'Andalouse Canvas-back ducks Salade Cafe mousseux — Cheese — Fruit — Cafe Wines: Haut Sauternes Sherry, Thompson *Moet & Chandon Brut Pommery Sec Latour '68, Johnson *Johannisberger, 1866 *Johannisberger, 1870 Romanee, 1865 Clos de Vougeot, H. 18, 1830 Starin Sherry Ludlow Madeira Jamaica Rum presented by Pisces " Cancer " Pisces by Sagittarius " Capricornus " Scorpio Minutes of last meeting read and approved. Cancer appointed next caterer, he to select the place & notify the Signs. The Table to commemorate the Centenary Dinner was beautifully decorated with a very beautiful Menu for each Sign with his monogram gotten up by the Caterer. The Secretary acknowledges the receipt from each Sign of his dues. The meeting adjourned after a vote of thanks to the Caterer for the handsome way he had performed his duties. 1 14 ONE HUNDRED AND FIRST MEETING Knickerbocker Club 27th December 1884 Present: Cancer, caterer; Capricorn us, Aries, Pisces, Sagittarius, Taurus. Menu : Oysters, half-shell — Brown bread Printaniere a la Royale Hors-d'oeuvre Petites bouchees a la Montglas Terrapin a la Maryland Saddle of venison, sauce homard Brussels sprouts — Potatoes, mashed and baked Fresh mushrooms on toast Canvas-back ducks — Fried hominy Celery, mayonnaise Brown bread ice-cream Gorgonzola & Camembert cheese Fruits, nuts, &c. Coffee Wines: Marcobrunner Sherry Pommery Sec Lafite, 1870 Sherry Antigua Rum, 1847 presented by Cancer Reading of minutes dispensed with. Virgo appointed caterer of next meeting, he to select the place & notify the Signs. Meeting adjourned. Cost of dinner, $59.54 115 ONE HUNDRED AND SECOND MEETING Knickerbocker Club 31st January 1885 Present: Virgo, caterer; Libra, Cancer, Aries, Leo, Pis- ces, Sagittarius. Menu : Oysters, half-shell Calf's head, clear Fillets of striped bass a la Normande Cucumbers — Pommes de terre a I'Anglaise Petites bouchees a la Montglas Terrapin a la Maryland Artichokes, sauce Hollandaise Saddle of mutton — Currant jelly Celeri, mayonnaise Haricots verts Pommes Duchesse Brown bread Ice-cream Gorgonzola & Camembert cheese Fruits, nuts, &c. Coffee Wines: Chateau Yquem Amontillado Sherry Perrier Jouet Champagne Chateau Lafite, Johnson, 1870 Charlatan Rum by Virgo The Secretary being absent the minutes of last meeting were not read. Brother Libra appointed caterer of next meeting, he to select the place & notify the Signs. The meeting adjourned. 116 ONE HUNDRED AND THIRD MEETING Union Club February 1885 Present: Libra, caterer; Gemini, Capricornus, Pisces, Sagittarius. Menu: Oysters Clear turtle soup Bouchees a la Reine Chicken halibut au gratin Sweetbreads — Fresh mushrooms Lamb chops — Green peas Sorbet au Kirsch Roast capon stuffed with chestnuts and truffles Lettuce salad Mousse au caf£ Cheese — Fruit Cafe Wines: Thompson Sherry Champagne, Pommery Sec Latour, 1874 Clos de Vougeot, 1865 Center Madeira Murdock " Brown Sherry, Hambro presented by Libra " Sagittarius Secretary being absent minutes not read. Brother Scorpio appointed caterer of next meeting, he to select the place & notify the Signs. Meeting adjourned. Cost of dinner, 569.10 117 ONE HUNDRED AND FOURTH MEETING Union Club March 1885 Present: Scorpio, caterer; Libra, Gemini, Sagittarius, Leo, Pisces, Aries, Taurus. Menu: Little-neck clams Pommes quillen — Haricots verts Printaniere a I'lmperatrice sautes Petites timbales de gibier a la Talley- Sweetbreads with fresh mushrooms rand Roast Capon a la Pennington Baked Shad farcie a I'ltalienne Lettuce and tomatoes Bermuda potatoes Crushed strawberry ice-cream Roast saddle of spring lamb, mint Cheese — Fruit — Cafe sauce Wines: Chateau Contet , Sherry Pommery Sec Moet & Chandon brut Chateau Lafite Brown Sherry presented to Sagittarius by Hambro Antigua Rum, 1849 Minutes of last meeting read & approved. Bro. Taurus appointed caterer of next meeting, he to select the place & notify the Signs. Cost of dinner, §91.01 Il8 ONE HUNDRED AND FIFTH MEETING Union Club 25th April 1885 Present: Taurus, caterer; Libra, Scorpio, Pisces, Sagit- tarius, Cancer. Menu : Little-neck clams Consomme Royale Broiled North River shad Bermuda potatoes Cucumber salad Saddle of spring lamb Fresh string- beans Fresh asparagus Sweetbreads — Fresh mushrooms Roast capon Boiled tongue Tomato and lettuce salad Strawberries and ice-cream Cheeses — Fruit — Coffee Wines: Chateau Contet Sherry Pommery Sec Chateau Lafite Very old port presented by Pisces The Secretary having forgotten the minutes of the last meeting they were dispensed with. Bro. Leo was appointed caterer of the next meeting, he to select the place & notify the Signs. 119 ONE HUNDRED AND SIXTH MEETING Knickerbocker Club 28th November 1885 Present: Leo, caterer; Sagittarius, Cancer, Scorpio, Aries, Libra, Pisces, Taurus. Menu: Oysters Green turtle, clear Creme de choux-fleurs Petites bouchees aux truffes Bass raye, sauce Hollandaise Cucumber salad — Potatoes Ailes de perdreaux truffees Stuffed peppers — Champignons frais Saddle of mutton Brussels sprouts — Potatoes Red Head ducks Fried hominy — Celery salad Plombiere glacee Cheese — Fruit and nuts Cafe Stewed terrapins, presented by Brother Sagittarius Pears presented by Bro. Cancer Wines: Haut Sauternes Sherry Pommery Sec Chateau Latour, 1874 Rum presented by Mr. Edward Bell Minutes of last meeting read & approved. Bro. Gemini to be caterer of next meeting, he to select the place & notify the Signs. The Secretary having announced the death of Brother Capricornus it was resolved that the caterer and Sect'y. prepare a brief notice of our expression of regret of our loss. The memory of Brother Capricornus was drunk standing & in silence. 120 It was resolved that the death of Walter L. Cutting, Caprieornus, having occurred on Oct. 17th 1885 the Zodiac places on its minutes an expression of deep regret at the loss of one, who was endeared to its members by the ties of long association and whose engaging qualities always added to the pleasure of the meetings of the Zodiac. The meeting adjourned after requesting the caterer to express their thanks to Mr. Edward Bell for sending them the Rum with which to drink the memory of Bro. Caprieornus. 121 ONE HUNDRED AND SEVENTH MEETING Knickerbocker Club Present: Gemini, caterer; Scorpio, Pisces, Cancer, Taurus. Menu : Oysters — Brown bread Green turtle, clear Foudou en caisse aux truffes Oyster Crabs frits Saddle of mutton Brussels sprouts — Potatoes 26th Deer. 1885 Sagittarius, Libra, Aries, Fonds d'artichauts farcis Canvas-back ducks Celery, mayonnaise Plum pudding Cheese — Fruits — Nuts — Cafe Wines: Haut Sauternes Sherry Pommery Sec Chateau Latour, 1847 Antigua Rum, 1874 Minutes of last meeting read & approved. Brother Pisces appointed caterer of next meeting, chang- ing with Bro. Aries, he to select the place and notify the Signs. It was resolved that the meeting proceed to fill the va- cancy caused by the death of Brother Capricornus. The members present voted & the Secty. was requested to obtain ballots from the members who are absent. The meeting adjourned. Cost of dinner, 583.68 Dues received from Gemini & Pisces. 122 ONE HUNDRED AND EIGHTH MEETING Union Club January 1886 Present: Pisces, caterer; Sagittarius, Scorpio, Libra, Aries, Gemini, Cancer, Taurus. Menu: Oysters, half-shell Clear green turtle Stewed terrapin, Baltimore style Saddle of Southdown mutton Pommes Duchesse — French string beans Choux-fleurs au gratin Roast capon stuffed with chest- nuts Lettuce and celery salad Rice pudding with fruit Cheese — Fruit — Cafe Wines: Chateau Courteau Sherry Moet & Chandon brut Perrier Jouet Pommery Sec Beaujolais Chateau Lafite, 1870 Port, Ticonderoga presented by Pisces The minutes of last meeting read & approved. Brother Aries appointed caterer of next meeting. He to select the place & notify the Signs. The Secretary reports that all the ballots to fill the va- cancy in the Club were in favour of Mr. Philip Schuyler. The Club declared his election & the Sectry. was re- quested to notify Mr. Schuyler. The meeting adjourned. (Sagittarius next). 123 ONE HUNDRED AND NINTH MEETING Union Club 27th March 1886 Present: Aries, caterer; Cancer, Pisces, Scorpio, Sagit- tarius, Gemini, Capricornus, Taurus. Menu: Oysters Consomme Colbert Cream of sorrel Boiled chicken-halibut, lobster sauce Cucumber salad Roast saddle of spring lamb Vol-au-vent a la Toulouse Punch au Maraschino Broiled spring chickens Lettuce and tomato salad Mousse au cafe Cheese — Fruit Croquettes de pommes — String-beans Cafe Wines: Haut Sauternes Sherry Chateau d'Arche presented by Sagittarius Pommery Sec Perrier Jouet Chateau Haut Brion Chateau Lafite, 1870 Elixir Sherry presented by Aries Madeira " " Capricornus Minutes of last meeting read and approved. Brother Cancer appointed Caterer of next meeting. He to select the place & notify the Signs. The Secretary announced the death of Brother Libra on the 26th Febry. The memory of Brother Libra was drunk standing & in silence. It was resolved that the Zodiac place upon its minutes its expression of its deep regret at the loss of J. P. Giraud Foster, Bro. Libra, one of its original members, who was 124 endeared to its members by the ties of long association and affection and whose qualities always added much to the pleasures of the meetings of the Zodiac. Resolved that the action of the caterer, in, after consul- tation with such members as he could reach, postponing the dinner of the 27th Feby. be approved. The meeting adjourned. 125 ONE HUNDRED AND TENTH MEETING Knickerbocker Club 24th April 1886 Present: Cancer, caterer; Sagittarius, Scorpio, Leo. Menu: Oysters — Brown bread Pur£e of clams printaniere Petite timbale a la Richelieu North River shad Kenebec salmon, sauce Hollandaise Cucumber salad — Tomatoes Supreme spring chicken, truffes aux champignons frais New string-beans Spring lamb, mint sauce New peas — Pommes de terre Maltre d'Hatel Asperges a la Vinaigrette Golden plover Lettuce and dandelion salad Cheese — Fruit — Nuts — Cafe Wines: Haut Sauternes Sherry Pommery Sec Chateau Lafite, 1870 Pell Sherry and Brown Sherry presented by Cancer The Sectry. being absent, Leo appointed Sectry. pro tern. Brother Sagittarius appointed caterer of the next meet- ing, he to select the place & notify the Signs. Meeting adjourned. Cost of dinner Surplus S45.73 S4-27 126 ONE HUNDRED AND ELEVENTH MEETING Knickerbocker Club 27th Novr. 1886 Present: Sagittarius, caterer; Scorpio, Leo, Pisces, Aries, Gemini, Cancer, Taurus. Menu : Oysters — Brown bread Green-turtle soup, clear Boiled chicken-halibut, sauce Hollandaise Cucumbers — Tomatoes Terrapin, Philadelphia style Saddle of mutton — Currant jelly Cauliflower — Potatoes, hashed and fried Pain de fole de volaille Stuffed peppers Red-head ducks Celery, mayonnaise — Fried hominy Peanut ice-cream Cheese — Fruit — Nuts Cafe Wines: ChMeau Yquem, 1865 Sherry Roederer Grand Vin Sec Pommery Sec Chateau Lafite, 1870 Chateau Mouton, 1869 Madeira, 1810 presented by Cancer presented by Sagittarius presented by Sagittarius The minutes of last meeting read & approved. The Secy, announced the death of Brother Virgo. His memory was drunk standing & in silence. On motion it was resolved that the members of the Zodiac express their deep regret at the death of Brother Virgo (Henry S. Fearing) who was endeared to them by his manly and social qualities. 127 Brother Taurus was appointed caterer of the next meet- ing he to select the place & notify the Signs. It was resolved that the next meeting take place on the first Saturday in January instead of the last Saturday in Dcr. that being Christmas day. Subscriptions recevd. from Cancer, Gemini, Aries, Scor- pio, Sagittarius, Leo, Pisces & Aries. 128 ONE HUNDRED AND TWELFTH MEETING Knickerbocker Club 1st January 1887 Present: Taurus, caterer; Gemini, Cancer, Leo, Pisces, Sagittarius, Aries. Menu: East River oysters Green turtle, clear Creme de petits pois aux Croutons Ravioles Fried oyster crabs Terrapins a la Knickerbocker Saddle of mutton String-beans — Potatoes hashed and fried Ailes de perdreaux a la Financiere New peas Canvas-back ducks Celery, mayonnaise — Fried hominy Mousse cafe Cheese — Fruit — Cafe — Nuts Wines: Marcobrunner Manzanilla Chateau Latour, 1874 Roederer Brown Sherry presented by Cancer presented by Cancer Minutes of last meeting read and approved. Bro. Scorpio elected as caterer of next meeting he to select the place & notify the Signs. Ballot for members to fill the vacancy caused by the death of Brother Libra. The members present sent in their votes. The Secty. was requested to have communication with the absent members. Cost of dinner, 863.81 129 ONE HUNDRED AND THIRTEENTH MEETING Knickerbocker Club Present: Scorpio, caterer; tarius, Aries, Gemini, Taurus. Menu : East River oysters Julienne — Bisque of crabs Petite timbale a la Richelieu Savannah shad a la Maltre d'Hotel Cucumbers — Tomatoes Saddle of mutton, presented by Sagittarius 29th January 1887 Libra, Cancer, Leo, Sagit- Brioche aux pommes — New potatoes — Haricots verts Fresh mushrooms on toast Canvas-back ducks Fried hominy — Celery, mayonnaise Apricot pudding Cheese — Fruit — Nuts — Coffee Wines: Haut Sauternes Sherry Roederer Grand Vin Sec Latour, 1874, Clausen Sherry Elixir presented by Taurus Minutes of last meeting read & approved. Brother Leo appointed caterer of next meeting he to select the place & notify the Signs. The Secty. reported the election of Mr. Peter Marie in place of Libra & that he had notified him of his election so that he might be present at this meeting. The Secty. received from Bro. Libra $20.00 for his dues. The meeting adjourned. 130 ONE HUNDRED AND FOURTEENTH MEETING Knickerbocker Club 26th Febry. 1887 Present: Leo, caterer; Libra, Sagittarius, Gemini, Aries, Pisces, Scorpio, Cancer, Taurus. Menu : East River oysters — Brown bread Green turtle, clear Creme de celeri Petite timbale a la Richelieu North Carolina shad a la Maitre d'Hotel Tomatoes — Cucumber salad Spring lamb, mint sauce Petit pois — New potatoes Fresh asparagus, sauce Hollandaise Philadelphia capon farcisaux truffes Lettuce-tomato salad Brown bread Ice-cream Cheese — Fruit — Cafe Wines: Haut Sauternes Sherry Roederer Grand Vin Sec Latour, 1874 Minutes of last meeting read & approved. Bro. Gemini appointed caterer of next meeting he to select the place & notify the Signs. ONE HUNDRED AND FIFTEENTH MEETING Knickerbocker Club 26th March 1887 Present: Gemini, caterer; Aries, Sagittarius, Scorpio, Pisces, Cancer, Leo, Libra, Taurus. Menu : Rockaway oysters Bisque d'ecrevisse Julienne Cromesquis de clams Pompano grille a la Maitre d'HStel Cucumbers — Tomatoes Spring lamb, mint sauce New peas and potatoes Terrapin Philadelphia squab New string-beans Pate de foie gras — Lettuce salad Omelette soufflee Cheese — Fruit — Cafe Wines: Haut Sauternes Sherry Roederer Grand Vin Sec Chateau Latour, 1874 ( Port presented by Sagittarius Amontillado Sherry •« « « The Secty. having forgotten the minutes they were not read. Brother Pisces elected caterer of next meeting, he to select the place & notify the Signs. Libra next. 132 ONE HUNDRED AND SIXTEENTH MEETING Knickerbocker Club 30th April 1887 Present: Pisces, caterer; Aries, Gemini, Libra, Leo, Cancer, Taurus. Menu : Little-neck clams — Brown bread Fish chowder Chicken okra, clear, strained Foie d'oie en caisse aux truffes Broiled kingfish Maitre d'Hotel Cucumbers — Tomatoes Saddle of spring lamb New peas — Potatoes Fresh Asparagus a la Vinaigrette Broiled spring chicken Lettuce and chicory salad Boiled Virginia ham (Todd) Strawberries and cream Cheese — Fruits — Nuts Cafe Wines: Rauenthaler Berg Sherry Roederer Grand Vin Sec Chateau Latour, 1874 Madeira Habersham presented by Pisces Minutes of last meeting read and approved. Brother Libra appointed Caterer of next meeting he to select the place and notify the Signs. Meeting adjourned. 133 ONE HUNDRED AND SEVENTEENTH MEETING Knickerbocker Club November 26th 1887 Present: Libra, caterer; Pisces, Gemini, Aries, Leo, Cancer, Taurus. Sherry Roederer Grand Vin Sec Chateau Latour, 1874 Minutes of last meeting read & approved. Brother Capricornus elected as Caterer of next meeting he to select the place & notify the Signs. As absence from the city prevented Bro. Capricornus from serving as caterer, Bro. Aries kindly serves instead. Menu: East River oysters Green-turtle soup, clear Petite timbale a la Richelieu Fillets of striped bass a la Mornay Cucumbers Saddle of venison — Currant jelly New string-beans — Hominy croquettes Stewed terrapin Red-head ducks Fried hominy Celery and lettuce, mayonnaise Cafe mousse Cheese — Fruit — Coffee Wines: Chablis presented by Cancer 134 ONE HUNDRED AND EIGHTEENTH MEETING Knickerbocker Club 31st December 1887 Present: Aries, caterer; Cancer, Leo, Sagittarius, Gemini, Taurus. Menu : Oysters — Brown bread Green-turtle soup Creme of Cauliflower Petites timbales a la Rothschild Boiled chicken-halibut Oyster-crabs — Spanish onions and cucumber salad Saddle of mutton Baked Potatoes farci — Peas Terrapin Cygnet, presented by Sagittarius Canvas-back ducks — Hominy croquettes Plum pudding Ice-cream — Cheese — Fruits Cafe Wines: Barsac Sherry Champagne, Roederer Grand Vin Sec Latour, 1874 presented by Cancer The Sectry. having forgotten them, the reading of the minutes was postponed. Brother Capricornus was elected as caterer of the next meeting, he to select the place & notify the Signs. The meeting adjourned. 135 ONE HUNDRED AND NINETEENTH MEETING Knickerbocker Club 28th January 1888 Present: Capricornus, caterer; Gemini, Libra, Leo, Sagittarius, Cancer, Taurus. Menu : Oysters — Brown bread Chaudfroid de caille Fish chowder a la Weda Philadelphia capon farcis aux Fried oyster-crabs — Spanish truffes onion salad Lettuce and chicory salad Saddle of mutton — Currant jelly Bombe glacee, Fifth Avenue Terrapin a la Maryland Cheese — Fruits — Coffee Wines: Steinberger Cabinet, 1868 presented by Capricornus Sherry Champagnes Irroy & Veuve Clicquot Chateau Latour, 1874 Charlatan Rum Minutes of last meeting read and approved. Brother Cancer appointed caterer of the next meeting he to select the place and notify the Signs & to remember that it is the Twentieth Anniversary of the first meeting of the Club. It was resolved to ballot for the election of a member to fill the vacancy caused by the death of Bro. Virgo. The seven members present deposited their ballots with the Secty. and he was requested to communicate with the three absent members and request their votes. Meeting adjourned. The Sectry. reports that he has received ballots from all the Signs & that Mr. Wm. F. Chrystie was elected & that he sent Mr. Chrystie notice of the fact & he accepted in the accompanying note. Cost of dinner, 574.53 I 3 6 ONE HUNDRED AND TWENTIETH MEETING Knickerbocker Club 25th February 1888 Present: Cancer, caterer; Virgo, Aries, Gemini, Sagit- tarius, Capricornus, Leo, Taurus. Menu : Oysters — Brown bread Bisque of prawns Green turtle, clear Petite timbale a la Rothschild Boiled chicken-halibut, sauce Royale Spanish onions, tomato mayonnaise Spring lamb, mint sauce New peas — New potatoes Fresh mushrooms on toast Roman punch au Kirsch Philadelphia capon farcis aux truffes Lettuce and chicory salad Pate de foie gras Ice-cream — Cheese — Nuts — Fruit — Cafe Wines: Rauenthaler Berg Marshal Sherry Roederer Grand Vin Sec Lafite, 1870 Blue Seal Metternich, 1870 Madeiras — 1809, E. H. 0. 1830, 1798 Unknown, 1809 Pearsal, 1809 Unknown presented by Cancer presented by Cancer presented by Capricornus " Cancer " Sagittarius " Gemini Minutes of last meeting read and approved. Brother Taurus appointed caterer of next meeting he to select the place & notify the Signs. The Secty. announced as the result of the balloting to fill the vacancy caused by the death of Brother Virgo that !37 Mr. Wm. F. Chrystie was elected & read his letter of ac- ceptance. Many fine Madeiras were brought by different Signs in celebration of the 20th Anniversary of the Club & in a vote taken for the best three, the following result was obtained: First Choice Second Choice Third Choice No. 2 for Pearsal, 1809 (4) 3 for E. H. O., 1830 (3) 4 for 1798 (7) 2 " M. & B., 1809 (6) 3 " Pearsal, 1809 (4) 2 " E. H. O., 1830 (4) 1 " E. H. O., 1830 (3) 1 " (Cancer) Unknown (2) 1 " M. & B., 1809 (2) 1 " (Gemini) Unknown (5) 1 " 1798 (7) Meeting adjourned. 138 ONE HUNDRED AND TWENTY-FIRST MEETING Knickerbocker Club 31st March 1888 Present: Taurus, caterer; Cancer, Sagittarius, Leo, Aries, Gemini, Virgo, Libra. Menu : Oysters — Brown bread Bisque prawns Printaniere Colbert Petites bouchees au salpicon Delaware shad, broiled Tomates — Mayonnaise — Concombres Spring lamb, mint sauce New peas — New potatoes Ris de veau braise aux champignon frais New string-beans Fresh asparagus a la Vinaigrette Roman punch Spring chicken, broiled Lettuce and chicory salad Ice-cream — Cheese Strawberries and cream Cafe Wines: Barsac presented by Cancer Marshal Sherry Roederer Grand Vin Sec Lafite, Johnson, 1870 Madeiras, same as dinner of 25th February Minutes of last meeting read & approved. Brother Sagittarius appointed caterer of next meeting he to select the place and notify the Signs. The Sectry. reported having received the Photograph of Brother Capri- cornus. 139 ONE HUNDRED AND TWENTY-SECOND MEETING Knickerbocker Club April 1888 Present: Sagittarius, caterer; Cancer, Leo, Scorpio, Gemini, Aries, Virgo, Pisces, Capricornus, Libra, Taurus. Menu: Little-neck clams Mock-turtle Americaine Printaniere Colbert Broiled kingfish Maitre d'HStel Cucumbers and tomato salad Spring lamb, mint sauce New peas — New potatoes Ballotlnes de plover aux cham- pignons frais New string-beans Fresh asparagus, Hollandaise sauce Punch Philadelphia capons farcis aux truffes Roast ham — Lettuce and dandelion salad Ice-cream — Strawberries — Cafe, &c. Wines: Chateau Yquem Sherry Roederer Grand Vin Sec Chateau Mouton, '70 Margaux, '69 Old Port Elixir Sherry Madeira 00 000 presented by Sagittarius presented by Sagittarius Taurus Sagittarius Libra Minutes of last meeting read & approved. Brother Virgo appointed caterer of next meeting. He to select the place & notify the Signs. Meeting adjourned. At this meeting all the Signs of the Zodiac being present & by the courtesy of Brother Libra a Photograph (by flash light) of the Group at Table was taken & impressions thereof presented to each member of the Club. 140 ONE HUNDRED AND TWENTY-THIRD MEETING Union Club 24th November 1888 Present: Virgo, caterer; Leo, Cancer, Capricornus, Libra, Sagittarius, Aries, Taurus. Menu: Oysters Green turtle, clear Consomme Rissoles Montglas Boiled striped bass, sauce Hol- landaise Saddle of mutton — Currant jelly String-beans — Potato croquettes Terrapin a la Maryland Roast red-head ducks Celery, mayonnaise — Hominy Assorted cheese Mousse au cafe Fruits — Cafe Wines: Sauternes Sherry Perrier Jouet, extra dry, special Roederer Grand Vin Sec Lafite '70 presented by ViRGO Port, very dry Brother Scorpio appointed caterer next meeting he to select the place & notify the Signs. If he is prevented Bro. Leo will serve instead. Meeting adjourned. The Sectry. acknowledges receipt of dues from Libra, Cancer, Sagittarius, Leo, Pisces, Aries, Virgo & Capricornus. 141 ONE HUNDRED AND TWENTY-FOURTH MEETING Knickerbocker Club 29th December 1888 Present: Leo, caterer; Sagittarius, Aries, Pisces, Virgo, Libra, Cancer, Taurus. Menu: Oysters Green turtle — ConsommS Colbert Terrapin a la Knickerbocker Saddle of mutton — Currant jelly Brussels sprouts — Croquettes de pommes Macaroni a la Milanaise Canvas-back ducks Fried hominy Celery, mayonnaise Plum pudding, sweet sauce Cheese — Fruits — Nuts, &c. Coffee Wines: Barsac Sherry Perrier Jouet Roederer Grand Vin Sec Chateau Latour, 1878 Lafite "74 Old Port presented by Aries " Aries " Sagittarius Minutes of last meeting read and approved. Bro. Scorpio appointed caterer of next meeting, he to notify the Signs and select the place. As Bro. Scorpio is not able to serve, Bro. Pisces will act in his place. 142 ONE HUNDRED AND TWENTY-FIFTH MEETING Knickerbocker Club 20th Jany, 1889 Present: Pisces, caterer; Sagittarius, Virgo, Libra, Leo, Aries, Cancer, Taurus. Menu: Rockaway oysters Green turtle, clear Terrapin a la Maryland Saddle of mutton — Currant jelly Sprouts — Potatoes Fresh mushrooms on toast Canvas-back ducks Fried hominy Celery salad Cheese — Ice-cream — Nuts and fruit Cafe Wines: Barsac Sherry Steinberger Cabinet, 1862 Roederer Grand Vin Sec Chateau Latour, 1878 Johnson's Lafite, 1870 Port Madeira presented by Virgo presented by Aries presented by Sagittarius " Aries Minutes of last meeting read & approved. Brother Scorpio appointed next caterer he to select the place & notify the Signs. Meeting adjourned. 143 ONE HUNDRED AND TWENTY-SIXTH MEETING Union Club February 1889 Present: Scorpio, caterer; Cancer, Sagittarius, Aries, Pisces, Virgo, Leo, Libra, Taurus. Menu: Oysters Green turtle, clear Bouchees of fresh mushrooms Boiled codfish, scallop sauce Potatoes Saddle of mutton — Currant jelly New string-beans Sweetbreads a la creme French peas Sorbet au Kirsch Roast pea-hen stuffed Salad — Cheeses Biscuit glace Coffee Wines: Sauternes, Montrachet Sherry Johannisberger, Blue Seal, 1870 Roederer, Grand Vin Sec Haut Brion, 1870 Clos de Vougeot Sherry, Hidalgo * * * * Madeira, 1850 Southern Ark Glen presented by Cancer presented by Virgo " Sagittarius " Libra " Pisces Minutes of last meeting read & approved. Bro. Libra appointed caterer of next meeting he to select the place & notify the Signs. This being the 2ist anniversary of the Club, the mem- ory of all the Brothers who have died was drunk in Silence. 144 ONE HUNDRED AND TWENTY-SEVENTH MEETING Knickerbocker Club March 1889 Present: Aries, caterer; Sagittarius, Virgo, Leo, Pisces, Cancer, Taurus. Menu : Little-neck clams Green-turtle soup, clear Creme of string-beans Petite croustade a la Princesse Chicken-halibut, Hollandaise sauce Spanish onions — Tomatoes Spring lamb, mint sauce Peas — New potatoes Fresh asparagus Philadelphia capons farcis aux truffes Lettuce salad — Cheese Ice-cream Fruits — Cafe, &c. Wines: Steinberger Cabinet, 1868 Sherry Haut Brion Chateau Lafite, 1870 Leoville, 1878 Roederer Grand Vin Sec Irroy Madeira, Southern Cross, 1818 Newton & Gordon S. B., 1818 Sherry, Hidalgo presented by Libra presented by Cancer presented by Pisces " Sagittarius Minutes of last meeting read and approved. Brother Libra appointed caterer of next meeting he to select the place & notify the Signs. Meeting adjourned. 145 ONE HUNDRED AND TWENTY-EIGHTH MEETING Knickerbocker Club April 1889 Present: Libra, caterer; Cancer, Aries, Sagittarius, Pis- ces, Leo, Taurus. Menu: Little-neck clams Chicken okra. clear Cremeof string-beans Petite timbale a la Hollandaise Broiled kingfish a la Maltre d'H6tel Cucumbers — Tomatoes Saddle of lamb, mint sauce New peas — New potatoes Fresh asparagus, Hollandaise sauce Broiled spring chickens Lettuce and dandelion salad Ice-cream — Strawberries Cheese — Fruit, &c. Cafe Wines: Sparkling Moselle Steinberger Cabinet, 1862 Perrier Jouet, reserve Chateau Mouton, Rothschild, 1868 Haut Brion, 1878 Lafite, 1870 Leoville, 1878 Madeira, 1818 Southern Cross L. B., 1818 Black Cork Sherry, Hidalgo presented by Libra presented by Libra by Cancer Pisces Sagittarius Cancer Sagittarius Minutes of last meeting read & approved. Brother Cancer appointed caterer of the next meeting he to select the place & notify the Signs. Meeting adjourned. 146 ONE HUNDRED AND TWENTY-NINTH MEETING Union Club November 1889 Present: Taurus, caterer; Scorpio, Aries, Virgo, Cancer, Sagittarius, Pisces. Menu: Oysters Green-turtle soup, clear Rissoles a la Flamande Terrapin Saddle of mutton — Currant jelly Mousse au cafe 1 String-beans — Potato croquettes Fruits — Cafe noir Chicken saute, truffles, mushrooms Roast red-head ducks Hominy — Celery, mayonnaise Assorted cheese Wines: Marcobrunner Christ Church Punch, bottled 60 years Perrier Jouet reserve Thompson Sherry Haut Brion, 1870 Gordon Sherry Madeira, Southern Cross Brandy, Hennessy presented by Taurus presented by Sagittarius Minutes of last Meeting read and approved. The Secretary reported the death of Brother Leo since the last meeting. The following resolution was offered by Brother Libra and accepted by the Zodiac. The memory of Bro. Leo drunk standing and in silence. " In the name of us all I propose that the Secretary note on the minutes the heartfelt regret of the Zodiac at the loss of our valued Brother Leo, who was taken from us in May last. — Upright, brave, a fine scholar, and most courteous and delightful comrade, and withal distinguished in the hour of 147 his country's peril, for his prompt patriotism and gallantry, his loss is mourned by all who knew him, but it is especially felt by the Brotherhood to whose genial suggestion more than twenty years ago it was indebted for its birth." Meeting adjourned. Cost of dinner, £74.69 The Scctry acknowledges receipt of subscriptions from Virgo, Cancer, Pisces, Sagittarius, Libra. NOTE Edward Elmer Potter, Brevet Major-General of Volunteers, died of pneumonia at No. 44 East 21st Street, on the 1st day of June, 1889, in the sixty-sixth year of his age. The funeral services were held at Grace Church. General Potter was born •n New York City in 1823 and was graduated from Columbia College in 1842. After graduation he studied law here and then went to California, returning later to New York. Soon after the beginning of the War of the Rebellion he was appointed Cap- tain and Commissary of Subsistence from New York. He held this commission from February to October, 1862. He afterward recruited a regiment in North Carolina, of which he was made Colonel. His war service was chiefly in operations in North and South Carolina and East Tennessee. On November 29, 1862, he was promoted to be Brigadier-General of Volunteers. He was brevetted Major-General of Volunteers on the 13th of March, 1865, and resigned from the army on the 24th of July in that year. After the war he lived at Madison, New Jersey, and in New York City. In a New York Times notice of him it was stated, "He rose by bravery and capability from Captain to Brigadier-General." 148 ONE HUNDRED AND THIRTIETH MEETING Knickerbocker Club December 1889 Present: Cancer, caterer; Sagittarius, Aries, Libra, Virgo, Gemini, Taurus. Menu: Oysters Green turtle, clear Terrapin Saddle of mutton — Currant jelly Peas — Potatoes Pat£ de foie gras en Bellevue Wines: Barsac Sherry Steinberger Cabinet Grand Vin Sec, Roederer Chateau Lafite, 1870 2 Brown Sherry, bottled 1834 Grape Juice 2 Black Cork Madeira 1834 Pomona Peach Brandy, over 100 years Whiskey, '62 Canvas-back ducks Fried hominy Celery and beet salad Ice-cream — Plum pudding Cheese — Fruits Coffee presented by Cancer by Cancer Minutes of last meeting read & approved. Bro. Virgo appointed caterer of next meeting he to select the place & notify the Signs. 149 ONE HUNDRED AND THIRTY-FIRST MEETING Knickerbocker Club 25th January 1890 Present: Virgo, caterer; Cancer, Pisces, Scorpio, Gem- ini, Aries, Libra. Menu: Oysters Green turtle, clear Boiled chicken-halibut Cucumbers and tomatoes Saddle of mutton — Currant jelly Flageolets Potatoes hashed and baked Terrapin Redhead ducks — Hominy Celery and beet salad Pate de foie gras Ice-cream Cheese — Fruits and coffee Wines: Barsac Sherry Roederer Grand Vin Sec Madeiras, &c. Brown Sherry Black Cork Pomona Unknown Peach Brandy, 1790 Whiskey, 1860 Creme de Noygau presented by Cancer Owing to the absence of the Secretary the minutes were not read. Sagittarius appointed caterer of next meet- ing, he to select the place & notify the Signs. 1 50 ONE HUNDRED AND THIRTY-SECOND MEETING Knickerbocker Club 22d February 1890 Present: Sagittarius, Cancer, Libra, Taurus. caterer; Scorpio, Aries, Virgo, Menu: Blue Point oysters Bisque d'ecrevisses Printaniere Colbert North Carolina shad a la Maitre d'Hotel Fried oyster-crabs — Cucumbers and tomato salad Saddle of spring lamb, presented by Sagittarius New peas and mushrooms — New potatoes Fresh asparagus, Hollandaise Philadelphia chapon farci aux truffes Roast "Tod" ham Flageolets Pate de foie gras Lettuce and chicory salad Ice-cream — Cheese — Fruits — Cafe Wines: Ruedesheimer Berg, 1875 Sherry Roederer Grand Vin Sec Mouton Rothschild, 1869 presented by Sagittarius Chateau Margaux Amontillado, special Hidalgo Sherry S. B. Madeira Travers " Madeira Minutes of last meetings read & approved (2). Brother Pisces appointed caterer of next he to select the place & notify the Signs. Gemini alternate. On motion of Brother Cancer it was resolved to ballot at next meeting to fill vacancy caused by the death of Brother Leo. Meeting adjourned. 151 ONE HUNDRED AND THIRTY-THIRD MEETING Union Club March 1890 Present: Pisces, caterer; Cancer, Aries, Libra, Virgo, Scorpio, Gemini, Capricornus, Taurus. Menu: Clams, half-shell Bisque of lobster Normande Consomme Royal Bouchee of fresh mushrooms Filet of black bass, Victoria Potatoes Saddle of spring lamb String-beans Sweetbreads a la Pompadour Fresh asparagus Roast capon Bennington Lettuce — Tomato salad Assorted cheese Mousse a cafe Coffee Wines: Clos Blanche de Vougeot Monopole Sherry Chateau Yquem, 1866 Perrier Jouet, reserve Chateau Haut Brion '70 Lafite '70 Port Madeira No. 1 No. 2, Southern Cross No. 3, Special Eden Chartreuse presented by Capricornus by Capricornus " Sagittarius presented by Libra by Sagittarius Minutes of last meeting read & approved. Brother Gemini appointed caterer of next meeting, he to select the place & notify the Signs. The Signs proceeded to Ballot for a member to fill the vacancy of Leo. The Secty. reported the election of Mr. J. Hampden Robb. The Secty. also reported the acceptance of Mr. Robb. The meeting adjourned. 152 ONE HUNDRED AND THIRTY-FOURTH MEETING Knickerbocker Club 26th April 1890 Present: Gemini, caterer; Leo, Cancer, Libra, Scorpio, Aries, Pisces, Sagittarius, Virgo, Taurus. Menu: Little-neck clams Bisque of crabs Consomme Imperial Petite bouchee of fresh mushrooms Kennebec salmon, sauce Hollandaise Cucumbers — Tomatoes Saddle of spring lamb, mint sauce New potatoes — Green peas Breast of chicken farci aux truffes New carrots — Fresh asparagus, sauce Hollandaise Pate de foie gras en Bellevue Golden plover — Lettuce and dandelion salad Ice-cream — Cheese — Fruit — Cafe Wines: Moselle, Ruedesheimer Berg, 1875 Sherry Roederer Grand Vin Sec Irroy brut, special Chateau Lafite, 1870 1878 Margaux, 1848 Madeira, Marsh & Benson, Juno 1829 or 1830 Eclipse Marsh & Benson, 1816 Lansing, 1835 presented by Libra Pisces Sagittarius Minutes of last meeting read and approved. Brother Leo signed the Constitution. Bro. Capricornus appointed caterer of next meeting he to select the place & notify the Signs. 153 ONE HUNDRED AND THIRTY-FIFTH MEETING Knickerbocker Club 29th November 1890 Present: Aries, caterer; Virgo, Libra, Sagittarius, Pis- ces, Gemini, Scorpio, Leo, Taurus Menu: Blue Point oysters Creme St. Germain Clear green turtle Timbale a la Rothschild Boiled striped bass, Hollandaise sauce Oyster-crabs — Cucumbers — Spanish Onions Saddle of mutton — Currant jelly Duchesse potatoes Boiled cauliflower, cream sauce Fresh artichokes a la Vinaigrette Canvas-back ducks Celery, mayonnaise Ice-cream Cheese — Fruits Coffee Wines: Barsac Sherry Ruedesheimer Berg I rroy — Perrier Jouet Haut Brion '74 Chateau Margaux '70 '69 Chartreuse presented by Aries " Bowdoin Minutes of last meeting read & approved. Brother Leo appointed caterer of next meeting he to select the place & notify the Signs. The Secretary reports receiving subscriptions from Cap- ricornus, Libra, Scorpio, Virgo, Gemini, Sagittarius, Pisces, Leo & Aries, & Cancer. Meeting adjourned. 154 ONE HUNDRED AND THIRTY-SIXTH MEETING Manhattan Club 29th December 1890 Present: Leo, caterer; Pisces, Sagittarius, Gemini, Aries, Cancer, Virgo, Taurus. Sherry Moet & Chandon Irroy brut Musigny, 1870 Romanee, 1870 Mouton Rothschild, 1870 Sherry presented by Scorpio .Minutes of last meeting read & approved. Bro. Libra appointed caterer of next meeting he to select the place & notify the Signs. Meeting adjourned. Menu Caviare on toast Oysters Clear green turtle — Consomme Royale Broiled smelt split, Maitre d'Hotel Cucumbers — Small onion salad Timbales Palermitaine Saddle of mutton, onion sauce Potatoes Red-head ducks Celery salad Omelette celestine Port Salut — Gorgonzola Fancy ices — Cakes Fruit — Coffee Wines Montrachet 155 ONE HUNDRED AND THIRTY-SEVENTH MEETING Knickerbocker Club Present: Libra, caterer; Leo, Virgo, Aries, Gemini, Can Menu: Blue Point oysters Green turtle, clear Filet chicken-halibut, Bechamel sauce Cucumbers — Tomato salad — Parisienne potatoes Fonds d'artichauts, sauce Musco- vite Saddle of mutton — Currant jelly 30th Jany. 1891 Sagittarius, Pisces, Scorpio, cer, Taurus. Stewed celery — Peas Terrapin, Philadelphia style English pheasants, bread sauce Lettuce & Escarole salad Stuffed eggs of anchovy and truffles Gorgonzola and Camembert cheese Creole ice-cream — Fruits — Nuts Coffee, &c. Wines: Barsac Sherry Roederer Grand Vin Sec Lafite, 1870 Richebourg, 1881 by Libra Steinberger Cabinet (Tilden's Wine), 1868 presented by Libra Victoria Port, 1860 Absolute Nectar Minutes of last meeting read & approved. Scorpio appointed caterer of next meeting he to select the place and notify the Signs. 1 56 ONE HUNDRED AND THIRTY-EIGHTH MEETING Union Club 28th February 1891 Present: Seorpio, caterer; Pisces, Aries, Sagittarius, Leo, Cancer, Libra, Gemini, Taurus. Menu: Oysters Green-turtle soup Filet of bass au gratin a l'ltalienne Cucumber salad — Onion salad Soufflee au Parmesan Saddle of lamb — Stuffed tomatoes Spring chicken saute Stuffed mushrooms — Peas New asparagus, sauce Hollandaise Roast plovers Lettuce salad Cheese — Mousse au cafe Fruits Demi-tasse Wines: Haut Sauternes, 1876 Thorp Sherry Moet & Chandon brut Irroy Leoville, 1869 Lafite, 1870 Madeira Bordeaux, from cellar of Libra (J. P. G. Foster) presented by Sagittarius presented by Sagittarius presented by Libra Minutes of last meeting read & approved. Cancer ap- pointed caterer of next meeting he to select the place & notify the Signs. 157 ONE HUNDRED AND THIRTY-NINTH MEETING Knickerbocker Club 28th March 1891 Present: Cancer, caterer; Aries, Gemini, Scorpio, Leo, Pisces, Libra, Sagittarius, Taurus. Menu: Small Blue Points Chicken-giblet soup Creme d'haricots verts Petite timbale a la Rothschild Boiled salmon, sauce Hollandaise Tomatoes — Spanish onions Spring lamb, mint sauce Fresh asparagus, sauce Bechanel PUte de foie gras Bellevue Philadelphia capons farcis aux truffes Roast ham Salads — Ice-cream Fruit — Cafe Wines: Chablis, 1874 presented by Cancer Sherry Champagnes: Gold Lac Krug Roederer Grand Vin Sec Moet & Chandon, Imperial Grand Vin Johannisberger, Blue Seal, 1870 presented by Cancer Chambertin, 1865 Clos de Vougeot Sherry Madeira Black Cork Pomona Apple Jack, bottled 1859 Minutes last meeting read and approved. Brother Taurus appointed caterer of next meeting, he to select the place & notify the Signs. Meeting adjourned. 158 ONE HUNDRED AND FORTIETH MEETING Knickerbocker Club 25th April 1891 Present: Taurus, caterer; Aries, Leo, Libra, Pisces, Sagittarius, Cancer. Wines: Barsac Sherry Steinberger Cabinet (Tilden), 1868 presented by Libra Roederer Grand Vin Sec Moet & Chandon Sec Chateau Lafite '78 Old Sherry presented by Cancer 2 Madeira " " Scorpio Pomona " Cancer Minutes of last Meeting read and approved. Bro. Capricornus appointed caterer of next meeting he to select the place & notify the Signs. Meeting adjourned. Menu: Little-neck clams Bisque of crabs Creme d'asperges Petite timbale a la Palermitaine White bait — Brown bread Kingfish Saddle of spring lamb New peas — New potatoes Savory of prawns — Asparagus English snipe Lettuce and chicory salad Ice-cream Cheese Fruit — Coffee 159 ONE HUNDRED AND FORTY-FIRST MEETING Knickerbocker Club 28th November 1891 Present: Sagittarius, acting for Capricornus, caterer; Cancer, Libra, Virgo, Aries, Taurus. Menu: Blue Point oysters Terrapin, Maryland style Club fish chowder Red-head ducks — Fried hominy Saddle of mutton — Currant jelly Celery, mayonnaise New beets — Brussels sprouts Ice-cream Potato croquettes Fruits — Cheese — Coffee Wines: Sherry Perrier Jouet, reserve Grand Vin Mouton Rothschild '69 presented by Capricornus Chateau Lafite '78 Old Port " " Sagittarius Minutes last Meeting read & approved. Bro. Gemini appointed caterer of next meeting he to select the place & notify the Signs. Meeting adjourned. Cost of dinner, 850.66 Subscription, 55.00 Surplus to next dinner 54-34 Subscriptions received from Sagittarius, Pisces, Cancer, Virgo, Libra, Gemini & Capricornus & Aries. 160 ONE HUNDRED AND FORTY-SECOND MEETING Knickerbocker Club 26th December 1891 Present: Gemini, caterer; Aries, Sagittarius, Taurus. Menu: Rockaway oysters Green turtle, clear Creme St. Germain Petite timbale a la Palermitaine Boiled Pompano, sauce Holland- aise Fried oyster-crabs Cucumber salad Saddle black-tailed doe French peas — Pommes farcies Fonds d'artichauts farcis Terrapin Roast woodcock Escarole and chicory salad Plum pudding — Cheese — Ice-cream — Fruits — Coffee Minutes of last meeting read & approved. Bro. Sagittarius appointed caterer next meeting he to select the place & notify the Signs. Meeting adjourned. 161 ONE HUNDRED AND FORTY-THIRD MEETING Knickerbocker Club 29th January 1892 Present: Sagittarius, caterer; Libra, Scorpio, Gemini, Aries, Virgo, Taurus. Menu: Rockaway oysters Green turtle, clear Creme St. Germain Chicken-halibut, soft-clam sauce Oyster-crabs — Spanish onions — Cu- cumbers Saddle of lamb, presented by Sagittarius Peas — Spinach — Potatoes hashed with cream Terrapin Pate de foie gras Philadelphia capon farcl aux truffes Roast Virginia ham Escarole & chicory salad Ice-cream Cheese — Fruit — Nuts, &c. Cafe Wines: Barsac Amontillado Sherry Champagne, private cuvee of 1880, Krug & Co Chateau Yquem, 1874 Lafite, 1875 Leoville, 1869 Latour, 1869 Oliveira Madeira, 1822 Reserve " 1818 Prince of Wales Port Brandy, 1801 presented by Sagittarius Libra Sagittarius Minutes of last meeting read & approved. Brother Virgo appointed caterer of the next meeting he to select the place & notify the Signs. Meeting adjourned. 162 ONE HUNDRED AND FORTY-FOURTH MEETING Union Club 27th February 1892 Present: Virgo, caterer; Aries, Scorpio, Capricornus, Gemini, Sagittarius, Cancer. Menu: Oysters Green-turtle soup Filet of bass, soft-clam sauce Tomato and onion salad Saddle of lamb Colbert String-beans — Bermuda potatoes Terrapins Stuffed capon with chestnuts Lettuce salad Gorgonzola and Brie cheese Ice-cream Fruits — Nuts, etc. Cafe Wines: Steinwein Chateau Latour Blanche, 1870 Lafite, 1870 Burgundy Port Sherry, Duff Gordon Madeira, Oliveira Brandy, 1801 Sherry Champagne, Perrier Jouet special reserve presented by Virgo Sagittarius On motion, duly seconded, Resolved — That the dinner hour for the remainder of the present season be half past seven o'clock. Minutes of the last meeting read & approved. Brother Aries appointed caterer, he to select the place and notify the Signs. Meeting adjourned. Aries, Secy, for the Meeting. 163 ONE HUNDRED AND FORTY-FIFTH MEETING Knickerbocker Club 26th March 1892 Present: Aries, caterer; Cancer, Capricornus, Gemini, Libra. Rockaway oysters — Brown bread Soup, chicken and okra, clear Boiled chicken-halibut with sauce Hollandaise Salad of Spanish onions and tomatoes Saddle of lamb New peas — New potatoes Terrapin, Maryland style Broiled spring chicken on toast Salad — Fonds d'artichauts Ice — Cafe mousse Cheese — Fruits — Nuts, etc. Cafe — Liqueurs — Apollinaris water, etc. Wines: Rauenthaler Sherry Perrier Jouet, Special reserve Chateau Lafite, 1878 presented by Aries Margaux, 1869 1870 Minutes of last meeting read and approved. Brother Libra appointed caterer, he to select the place and notify the Signs. Meeting adjourned. Cost of dinner, $56.48 Subscription, 55.00 1.48 Cost of each, .29 Aries, Secy, for the Meeting. 164 r ONE HUNDRED AND FORTY-SIXTH MEETING Knickerbocker Club Saturday 30 April 1892 Present: Libra, caterer; Cancer, Virgo, Sagittarius, Gemini. Menu: Little-neck clams — Brown bread Chicken and okra, clear Salmon, boiled, lobster sauce with cucumber and tomato salad Ris de veau a la Financiere and fried eggplant Saddle of spring lamb, mint sauce — New peas and new potatoes Wines: Barsac La Reina Sherry Steinberger Cabinet, 1868 (Tilden) Roederer Grand Vin Sec Irroy brut Chateau Lafite, 1875 (cachet du chateau) Cognac, Grande Fine Champagne, 1830 ing. Fresh asparagus, sauce Hollandaise Broiled spring chicken — Lettuce and dandelion salad Cheese Canadienne ice-cream and strawberries Coffee — Liqueurs — Apollinaris water presented by Libra presented by Libra presented by Libra Minutes of last meeting read and approved. Brother Cancer appointed caterer for November meet- Cost of dinner, Subscription, 849.62 55.00 $5.38 Surplus paid to order of J. H. Strong Secy, by Libra's cheque (P. Marie). Meeting adjourned. Libra, 165 Secretary pro tern. ONE HUNDRED AND FORTY-SEVENTH MEETING Union Club November 1892 Present: Aries, caterer; Cancer, Gemini, Libra, Sagit- tarius, Scorpio, Virgo. Menu: Oysters Terrapin, Maryland style Green-turtle soup, clear Roast canvas-back ducks Boiled chicken-halibut, sauce Hominy — Celery, mayonnaise Hollandaise Mousse au cafe Saddle of lamb au jus — Brussels Cheese — Fruit — Nuts, etc. sprouts Coffee — Liqueurs, etc. Wines: Chablis Sherry Irroy brut Perrier Jouet, special reserve Magnum, Chateau Lafite, 1870 presented by Aries Chateau Margaux, 1869 Lafite, 1878 Elixir Sherry presented by Sagittarius Madeira, unknown Howard March, 1829 Minutes of last meeting read & approved. Brother Cancer appointed caterer for next meeting. On motion duly seconded, Brother Libra was appointed Assistant Secretary. On motion, duly seconded — It was Resolved, That subscriptions to the Club ex- penses be paid hereafter by members whether absent or not from the United States. Subscriptions for the Season of 1892 & '93 were received from the following members — Aries, Cancer, Gemini, Libra, Pisces, Sagittarius, Scorpio, and Virgo. Meeting adjourned. Cost of dinner. 878.60 Subscription, 50.00 $28.60 Cost to each. 4.08 Aries, Sec'y Jor the Meeting. 167 ONE HUNDRED AND FORTY-EIGHTH MEETING At the Residence of Cancer, No. 36 E 37th St. Saturday, December 31, 1892 Present: Cancer, caterer; Aries, Gemini, Scorpio, Libra, Sagittarius, Virgo, Pisces, Capricornus. Absent: Leo, in Europe; and Taurus, in Rhode Island. Menu: Oysters Consomme de tortue aux quenelles Olives — Almonds — Celery Wines: Rauenthaler Berg, Auslese. 1862 Amontillado Sherry Perrier Jouet Champagne special Chateau d'Yquem sur Salines, 1874 Chateau Lafite, 1874 1870 1869 Pat6 de foie gras a la Cuillero Canvas-back duck Hominy — Jelly Plum pudding a la Solferino Fromage Coffee White Port Imperial Sherry Murdock Madeira, 1823 Cognac, Grande Fine Champagne, 1830 Gibbons' Apple Brandy, over 60 years old Liqueurs Terrapin Saddle of mutton a I'Anglaise aux champignons Pommes Gastronome Minutes of last Meeting read & approved. Flash-light photographic group of the Signs taken after dinner. Brother Scorpio appointed caterer for next meeting. Brother Cancer desired the Signs to accept his hospitality. The usual assessments and subscription were therefore dispensed with. Libra, — Assistant Secretary. 1 68 ONE HUNDRED AND FORTY-NINTH MEETING Union Club January 28th 1893 Present: Scorpio, caterer; Aries, Cancer, Capricornus, Gemini, Pisces, Sagittarius, Virgo. Menu: Oysters Soup, green-turtle, clear Chicken-halibut boiled, sauce Hollandaise Saddle of mutton au jus Stuffed tomatoes Mousse de jambon Moderne Terrapin Sorbet Roast capon stuffed with chestnuts — Celery, mayonnaise Cheese Ice-cream — Coffee Wines: Steinberger Cabinet, 1868 Moet& Chandon, Imperial brut Roederer Grand Vin Sec, 1889 Madeira: The unknown and Howard March of 1829 Chateau Lafite Liqueurs presented by Libra, and his health was drunk presented by Sagittarius Minutes of last meeting read and approved. Brother Pisces appointed next caterer, he to select the place and notify the Signs. Meeting adjourned. Cost of dinner, 880.48 Subscription, 50.00 830.48 Cost to each, 3.81 Aries, Secy, jor the Meeting. 169 ONE HUNDRED AND FIFTIETH MEETING At Union Club Saturday 25 February 1893 Present: Pisces (Wm. Turnbull), caterer; Capricornus (Philip Schuyler), Gemini (E. A. Post), Virgo (Wm. F. Chrystie), Aries (J. W. Clendenin), Scorpio (Richard Church), Cancer (A. C. Monson), Libra (P. Marie). Sagittarius (G. S. Bowdoin) appeared after dinner. Absent: Leo & Taurus. Menu: Cape Cod oysters Gumbo soup with crabs Black bass au gratin — Tomatoes and onions Lamb chops a la Henri Quatre Fresh string-beans a la creme Wines: Thompson Sherry Champagne: Irroy brut, 1884; Moet & Chandon. White Seal, 1884 Chateau Latour, 1874, N. Johnston & Son presented by Cancer Grape Juice Madeira " Sagittarius Thomas Meyer's Madeira " Libra (T. M.): put into demijohn by Mr. Meyer in 1852. Minutes of last meeting, owing to non presentation of Minute Book, not read. Brother Gemini appointed next caterer, and should he be unable to act, Capricornus to take his place. Meeting adjourned. Cost of dinner, S86.88 Balance S36.88 Subscription, 50.00 Cost to each, Y% 4.61 Libra — Assistant Secretary. 170 Fresh mushrooms a la minute Asparagus, Hollandaise sauce Roast capon stuffed with truffles and chestnuts Ham — Escarole salad Cheese — Ice-cream — Coffee ONE HUNDRED AND FIFTY-FIRST MEETING At Knickerbocker Club Saturday 25 March 1893 Gemini, caterer; Cancer, Aries, Virgo, Sagittarius, Scor- pio, Pisces, Libra. Capricornus arrived after Dinner. Absent: Leo & Taurus. Menu : Little-neck clams — Brown bread Cream of soft clams — CroQte au pot Petits croQtons de moelle Boiled North River shad, sauce Hollandaise with cucumbers and sliced tomatoes Roast saddle of spring lamb, mint sauce — Green peas and new pota- toes Wines: Thompson Sherry 2 Chateau Lafite, 1870 1 " Yquem, 1874 1 Murdock Madeira, 1817 1 Chateau Lafite, 1877 1 " Margaux, 1870 1 White Port 1 Chateau Vigneaux, 1864 Champagne, Dagonet brut, 1864 Roederer Grand Vin Sec Minutes of two preceding meetings read and approved. Brother Capricornus appointed next caterer. Cost of dinner, $79.45 Subscription, 50.00 829.45 Cost to each, 3.68 Libra — Assistant Secretary. 171 Mousse de jambon a la creme — Stuffed peppers Fresh asparagus — Cream sauce Roast spring chicken — Lettuce and beet salad Cheese — Fruit — Ice-cream, &c. presented by Cancer by Capricornus " Sagittarius " Gemini ONE HUNDRED AND FIFTY-SECOND MEETING At Knickerbocker Club at l l / 2 o'clock Saturday, 29 April 1893 Present: Capricornus, caterer; Gemini, Cancer, Aries, Virgo, Sagittarius, Pisces, Libra. Absent: Scorpio, Leo, Taurus. Menu: Little-neck clams — Brown bread CroQte au pot and creme St. Germain Petites soufflees au fromage Boiled Kennebec salmon, sauce Hollandaise Cucumbers — Tomatoes Saddle of spring lamb, mint sauce Wines: Before dinner — Sherry and Boker's Bitters — Orange Bitters [Caviare and Anchovy, both on toast] Club Sherry Johannisberger, Blue Seal, 1870 Chateau Lafite, 1870, 2 bottles Margaux, 1870 Extra old superfine White Port Amontillado Sherry Very old superior March Madeira Antigua Rum, 1847 (punch brewed by Aries) Champagne, Irroy brut, 1884 Moet & Chandon, 1884 1 pint Johannis Water Minutes of last Meeting read and approved. Brother Sagittarius appointed next caterer, and should he be unable to act, Leo to take his place. Cost of dinner, $72.80 Balance 822.80 Subscription, 50.00 Cost to each, yi 2.85 Libra — Assistant Secretary. 172 New peas — New potatoes Philadelphia capon, braise aux champignons — Fresh mushrooms Fresh asparagus, sauce vinaigrette Rhode Island goose, apple sauce Lettuce and dandelion salad Ice-cream — Cheese — Fruit, &c. presented by Capricornus " Cancer " Capricornus " Sagittarius " Cancer " Capricornus " Cancer Subscriptions for winter 1893- 1894 — Nov '93 to April '94, cived by Peter Marie. G. S. Bowdoin Sagittarius A. C. Monson Cancer Wm. F. Chrystie Virgo J. W. Clendenin Aries Hampton Robb Leo Phillip Schuyler Capricornus Peter Mari6 Libra James H. Strong Taurus Richard Church Scorpio Edwin A. Post Gemini $30 paid 25 Nov "93 30 paid 25 Nov. 30 paid 25 Nov. 30 paid 25 Nov. 30 paid 30 December '93 30 paid 27 Janry. 1894 30 paid 25 Nov. 1893 30 paid 27 Jany. 1894 30 paid 30 December 1893 30 paid 30 December 1893 Add 24 Febry — Henry W. Bibby — Pisces — new brother — for dues 15 paid 24 February 1894 Paid in, 5315 To G. S. Bowdoin, To J. H. Robb, To Richard Church, To Wm. F. Chrystie (Virgo) To Peter Marie (Libra) To Aries (Clendenin) Caterer 25 Novembr 1893 S50 Caterer 30 Decembr " 50 Caterer 27 January 1894 50 Caterer 24 February " 55 Caterer March 55 Caterer 28 April " 55 Total paid out, S315 P. Marie — Secy. 173 ONE HUNDRED AND FIFTY-THIRD MEETING At Knickerbocker Club 7.30 Saturday November 25, 1893 Present: Sagittarius, caterer; Cancer, Virgo, Aries, Libra. Scorpio, having been unavoidably detained, appeared at about 9 p. m. Absent: Gemini, Capricornus, Taurus, Leo. Vacancy by death: Pisces. Menu: Cape Cod oysters Green turtle, clear Olives — Salted almonds — Celery — Radishes Boiled chicken-halibut, Hollandaise sauce Quartered tomatoes Oyster-crabs a la Knickerbocker Saddle of Southdown mutton — Brus- sels sprouts — Hashed fried pota- toes Terrapin, presented by Sagittarius A superfine pate de foie gras, pre- sented by Sagittarius Sorbet Red-head duck — Celery, mayon- naise Biscuit glaces a la vanille — Petits frais Fruit — Cheese Cafe noir Wines: Before dinner, Club Sherry and Bitters At table: Rauenthaler Berg, Auslese, 1862 presented by SaGiTTARius Club Sherry Champagne: Irroy brut and Roederer Grand Vin Sec Chateau Lafite, 1878 presented by Sagittarius Mouton Rothschild, 1869 Chateau Haut Brion, 1875 3 bottles assorted Kuhn (of Philadel- phia) old Madeira 1 bottle Italian Chartreuse Apollinaris Water 174 The caterer having announced with feeling a tribute to the memory of our honored and lamented associate \\ illiam Turnlnill whose demise occurred in the interval between the 1 52///.<, /// ONE HUNDRED AND FIFTY-FIFTH MEETING At Knickerbocker Club Saturday 27 January 1894 at iy> Present, Order of Seats: 2, Cancer; 3, Gemini; 8, 6, Aries; 9, Virgo; 5, Libra. Absent: Taurus. Vacancy: Pisces. Menu : Cape Cod oysters Green-turtle soup — Pot au feu Roasted shad, sauce ravigote Broiled black bass Maitre d' Hotel Quartered tomatoes — Spanish onions Saddle of Southdown mutton French green peas — Bermuda potatoes Wines: Barsac Amontillado Sherry Moet & Chandon brut Roederer Grand Vin Sec Chateau Yquem, 18— Lafite, 1870 Port, 1815 " 1825 White Port, no date 2 bottles old Madeira, no date Fine Champagne Cognac, 1830 Monsons Apple Brandy, 1859 i, Scorpio, caterer; 7, Leo; Sagittarius; 4, Capricornus; Broiled mushrooms on toast Terrine de foie gras Philadelphia capon farci Lettuce salad Bombe mignonne — Petits-fours Fromage — Fruit Cafe presented by Cancer Sagittarius Libra Cancer Sagittarius Cancer Minutes of previous meeting read and approved. Virgo appointed next caterer, & Libra his substitute. Cost of dinner, Less subscription, 565.00 Cost of dinner to each, ^ of S15.00 50.00 Say, cost, 1.67 Subscription for the Season 1893-94 received from Cap- ricornus & Taurus $30 each and deposited with Libra (see folio 173). Adjourned. Libra — Assist. Secretary. 177 ONE HUNDRED AND FIFTY-SIXTH MEETING At Knickerbocker Club Saturday 24 February 1894 at 7>£ Present: Virgo, caterer; Leo, Cancer, Gemini, Scorpio, Sagittarius, Aries, Libra, Pisces (Henry W. Bibby) his first appearance. Absent: Capricornus & Taurus. Menu: Before dinner: Caviare and anchovy on Terrapin a la Maryland Terrine de foie gras, presented by caterer Philadelphia capon farci — Romaine salad Bombe mignonne — Petits- fours toast and sherry Cape Cod oysters, half-shell Clear green-turtle soup Broiled shad — Quartered tomatoes — Spanish onions Knickerbocker sirloin steak — Epinards au veloute — Pommes de terre Duchesse Fruit — Fromage — Cafe Wines: Steinwein Cabinet Club Sherry Moet & Chandon Champagne, 1880 Roederer, 1880 Chateau Yquem Mouton, 1874 Old Port Brown Sherry, Madre 4 rare old Madeiras, viz: 1. L. B. 2. Old Kuhn 3. Unknown 4. Blue Pipe 1 bottle fine Champagne Cognac, 1832 presented by Virgo presented by Scorpio presented by Caterer " Sagittarius presented by Sagittarius " Cancer Minutes of last Meeting were read and approved. The Secretary reported that at the previous meeting the Signs had proceeded to ballot for the vacancy of Pisces — 178 that the audit had resulted in the unanimous vote in favor of Mr. Henry W. Bibby — whose presence this evening we all welcomed with pleasure. A letter from our esteemed Brother Taurus was then read tendering his resignation as Secretary on account of ill health. Brother Cancer, rising, referred with much feeling to his lifelong companion Si. friend and, recalling Brother Tau- rus' unremitting services as Secretary from the very incep- tion of this organization, expressed his deep sorrow at the causes for the Iatter's resignation as Secretary and was about to present the resolution that is given further on, when he yielded the floor to the other Signs who together with Cancer and Taurus are the sole survivors of the original Zodiac still connected with the Brotherhood, viz: Brothers Scorpio, Gemini and Aries. After these Brothers had given expression in equally warm terms to the high regard and warm feeling they enter- tain for the retiring Secretary, Brother Cancer offered the following resolution which was adopted spontaneously by all: The Signs hereby express their heartfelt appreciation of the brotherly services, long devotion and unbroken courtesy of their esteemed Brother Taurus during the 25 years of his Secretaryship, dating back to the inauguration of this Broth- erhood, and beg to offer their deep sympathy as to the cause of his resignation, and only in deference to his wishes do they regretfully accept his withdrawal as Secretary. They beg to add their earnest prayer that the causes which ordered the present suspension of his services may soon pass away and that he may again resume his ever wel- come participation in their meetings. Brother Cancer then moved that the Secretary pro tern notify Brother Taurus of the action of the Brotherhood. 179 It was then moved to proceed to an election for a per- manent Secretary. Brother Libra was unanimously elected. Our new Brother Pisces handed in his subscription of ($15) fifteen dollars for the three months covering February, March and April 1894, and the same were deposited with Libra, Secretary (see folio 173). Libra appointed caterer for March meeting, and Aries his alternate. Cost of dinner, 864.00 Subscription, 55.00 89.00 Dinner to each, i, 1.00 Adjourned. Libra — Secretary. 180 ONE HUNDRED AND FIFTY-SEVENTH MEETING At Knickerbocker Club Saturday 31 March 1894 Present, 9: Libra, caterer; Cancer, Gemini, Scorpio, Leo, Virgo, Aries, Pisces, Sagittarius. Absent, 2: Taurus and Capricornus. Menu: Little-neck clams Chicken-and-okra soup Consomme printanier a la Royale Broiled North River shad and chicken- halibut, sauce Hollandaise Broiled ribs of spring lamb — Epinards veloutes — Hashed potatoes fried brown Pat£ de foie gras en croQte New asparagus Philadelphia capon farci a la salade de truffes Glace framboise — Petits-fours Fromage — Cafe Wines: Batard Montrachet, 1870 Chateau Latour Blanche, 1884 (cachet du chateau) Club Sherry Roederer Grand Vin Sec, Moet & Chandon brut Richebourg, 1881 Chateau Lafite, 1870, N. Johnston & Sons Victoria Port, 1862 Rare old brown Hidalgo Sherry 50-year-old Bourbon Whiskey 60-year-old Cognac presented by Leo " Caterer presented by Caterer Sagittarius Caterer Cancer Minutes of last Meeting read and approved. The Secretary read a letter of thanks from Brother Taurus, for the resolutions passed at the February Meet- ing, and expressing his regret at his inability to attend this evening. Brother Pisces sang a genial Irish song. 181 Brother Cancer was placid at times. Gemini vehement in re Pollard vs Breckenridge. Brother Aries appointed caterer for the April meeting and Brother Cancer his alternate. Cost of dinner, $63.38 Subscription, 11 X S, 55.00 Balance, J8.38 I , J0.93 Adjourned at 11.30 p.m. Libra Secretary. 182 ONE HUNDRED AND FIFTY-EIGHTH MEETING Knickerbocker Club Saturday April 28th 1894 Present: Aries, caterer; Cancer, Gemini, Leo, Pisces, Sagittarius, Scorpio, Virgo. Menu : Little-neck clams Chicken with okra Puree of new peas Broiled North River shad Tomatoes — Spanish onions Chateaubriand mignon Sauce Bearnaise Tomates farcies, Provencale Pommes de terre, Gastronome Asperges bouillies, Hollandaise Pate de foie gras en croute Broiled spring chicken — Lettuce salad Creme Vierge a la fleur d'orange Cheese — Fruit — Coffee Wines: Amontillado of 1830 presented by Cancer Rauenthaler Berg of 1862 Chateau Latour of 1878 by Aries Lafite of 1878 Margaux of 1869 Of 1870 Champagne, Irroy brut and Roederer Grand Vin Sec Liqueurs The minutes of the last meeting were read and ap- proved. Brother Cancer expressed great regret at the absence of Brother Libra. Brother Cancer was appointed caterer for the next meet- ing in November, his alternate being Brother Taurus and his second Brother Pisces. Cost of dinner, Received from Brother Libra, subscription, S61.35 55.00 Balance Cost to each, S6.3S 0.80 Aries, Secretary Jor the meeting. 183 Subscriptions for winter 1894-1895, Received by Secre- tary Libra (Marie). Sagittarius (Bowdoin) S30 Paid 24 Novbr 1894 Cancer (Monson) 30 Aries (Clendenin) 30 Scorpio (Church) 30 Gemini (Post) 30 Libra (Marie) 30 Pisces (Bibby) 30 27 Novbr Leo (Robb) 30 26 Janry 1895 Capricornus (Schuyler) 30 12 Decmb. 1894 Virgo (Chrystie) 30 26 J any. 1895 Taurus (Mesier) elected (Feby) for Feby, Mch & April 15 Total reed. S315 Paid out To Caterer Pisces (Bibby) 24 November 1894 S50 Cancer (Monson) 29 Decemb. 1894 50 Gemini (Post) January 1895 50 Capricornus (Schuyler) Feby. 1895 55 Leo (Robb) March 1895 55 Sagittarius (Bowdoin) April 1895 55 $315 184 ONE HUNDRED AND FIFTY-NINTH MEETING At Metropolitan Club 24 November 1894 Saturday Present: i Pisces, caterer; 2 Cancer, 3 Aries, 4 Libra, 5 Scorpio, 6 Gemini. Absent: Leo, Sagittarius, Capricornus, Virgo, in Europe. Taurus — appointed Hon. Member at this meeting. Menu: Cape Cod oysters Clear green turtle Boudin de gibier Richelieu Boiled striped bass, sauce Holland- aise Oyster-crabs — Spanish onions — Cucumbers Supreme de volaille farcie — Puree de marrons Stewed fresh mushrooms Saddle of venison — Currant jelly Soufflee of sweet potatoes — French peas Coquille de ris de veau a la creme Stuffed peppers Red-head duck — Fried hominy Celery, mayonnaise Camembert cheese Chocolat soufflee Fruit — Nuts — Coffee Wines: Milk punch (with the turtle soup) Chateau Grillet, 1878 Imperial Sherry Rauenthaler Berg, 1862 Moet & Chandon, 1889, cuvee '36 Roederer Grand Vin Sec Chateau Lafite, 1870 (Johnston) Musigny, 1869 Old Port Gracie Madeira, 1837 Golden Sherry (much approved) by Caterer by Cancer " Caterer " Cancer " Caterer The minutes of last meeting were read and approved. Brother Cancer, having exchanged his offer of caterer for this meeting with Brother Pisces, was appointed caterer for the next meeting in December, his alternate to be Brother Gemini. 185 The Secretary then announced the receipt of the Book referred to below from Mr. Daniel B. Fearing, of Newport. On motion of Brother Cancer, it was Resolved, that the thanks of the Zodiac be presented to Hon: Daniel B. Fearing for his kindness in presenting, through Brother Taurus, the Book entitled: "The Influence oj the Zodiac on Humanity," and that the Secretary send a copy of this resolution to Mr. Fearing. The Secretary then read the following from Brother Taurus: "144 East 35th St 19 Nov 1894 " To the Zodiac. Dear Brothers: It is with great sorrow that I find the condition of my health is such that it is obligatory for me to resign my membership of our much loved association. I have refrained from doing this for the last two years hoping to find myself able to join you again. But I find it to be im- possible, for old age will have its way. It is with real grief that I am compelled to say to all goodby. Yours truly & fraternally Taurus." Brother Gemini then moved that, while out of deference to the wishes of Brother Taurus, it becomes our sad duty to accept his resignation, Brother Taurus be made an Hon- orary Member of the Signs, who will be happy to receive him at any time as a guest. Passed unanimously. 186 Brother Libra having proposed that members who no- tify the Secretary of their intended absence during the six months beginning with the November dinner, shall be ex- empt from the annual dues; on motion of Brother Gemini the consideration of the question was laid out until the ensuing meeting, when a fuller attendance might be expected. Cost of dinner, Subscription, 862.00 50.00 K cost to each 812.00 2.00 Libra Secretary. 187 ONE HUNDRED AND SIXTIETH MEETING At Knickerbocker Club 29 December 1894 Present: Cancer, caterer; Pisces, Scorpio, Aries, Gemini, Virgo, Leo. Menu: Buzzard Bay oysters Green-turtle, clear, soup Bouchees a I'Andalouse Olives — Radishes — Celery — Almonds Terrapin a la Maryland Saddle of Southdown mutton Epinards au veloutG — Pommes de terre roties Pate de foie gras en croOte Red-head ducks — Celery, mayonnaise Bombe mignonne — Petits-fours Fruit — Fromage — Cafe Wines: Barsac Sherry Rauenthaler, 1862 1862 Moet & Chandon Roederer Grand Vin Sec Romanee, 1869 1865 Pomona Madeira Murdock Hurricane " Gibbons Apple Jack, 1825 Pisces Cancer Pisces Leo Cancer The minutes of last Meeting read and approved. Brother Gemini appointed caterer for next meeting, his alternate being Capricornus. On motion of Brother Aries, the resolution proposed at the last meeting by Brother Libra was considered, and adopted as follows: 1 88 Resolved, That any member notifying the Secretary of the Club of his intention to be absent from the State of New York for Six Months from the lirst meeting of the Club in November shall be exempt from the payment of the customary subscription for the cost of the dinner. Cost of dinner, Less subscription, 858.17 50.00 4 cost to each 18.17 1.17 Libra — Secretary — absent from meeting. 189 ONE HUNDRED AND SIXTY-FIRST MEETING At Union Club Saturday 26 January 1895 Present, 10 Signs: Gemini, caterer; Cancer, Leo, Virgo, Scorpio, Sagittarius, Capricornus, Pisces, Aries. Vacancy: Taurus. Menu: Cape Cod oysters Green-turtle soup Boiled chicken-halibut, soft clams sauce — Cucumbers Saddle of lamb, mint sauce Terrapin a la Union Club Sorbet Roast capon stuffed with chestnuts Virginia ham — Salad Cheese — Mousse au chocolat Stuffed peppers — Bermuda potatoes Fruit — Cafe & liqueurs Wines: Montrachet, 1865 Musigny, 1869 1870 Mouton, 1875 White Port (very old) Madeira, 1840 Murdock, Madeira, 1830 Madeira, 1834 Grand Vin Sec Sherry presented by Leo " Pisces " Leo Sagittarius from Union Club The minutes of last meeting were not read — the reading deferred to February meeting. Brother Capricornus appointed next caterer, Sagittarius his alternate. Brothers Leo and Virgo having each paid their sub- scription for the current winter, the Secretary announced that all Dues were paid (see page 184). 190 The Signs then proceeded to ballot immediately for a member to fill the place of Brother Taurus resigned, and Mr. Louis Mcsier was unanimously elected — and the Secretary requested to notify him. Cost of dinner S87.68 Subscription SO. — S37.68 Cost ,V to each S3. 7 7 Libra — Secretary. 191 ONE HUNDRED AND SIXTY-SECOND MEETING At Union Club Saturday 23 February 1895 Present: Capricornus, caterer; Gemini, Cancer, Virgo, Libra, Scorpio, Pisces, Aries, Taurus (Louis Mesier) his first appearance received with warm welcome. Absent: Sagittarius. Brother Leo was not present at the beginning, but the Signs who knew his ways, predicted that he would turn up in the end and after a protracted interval, their prophecy was fulfilled. Menu: M. C. oysters Potage Pierre le Grand Boiled Pompano, sauce Hollandaise — Cucumbers Spring lamb, mint sauce Puree of chestnuts — French peas Private terrapin Sorbet a I'orange Roast spring chicken Salade Veronica Assorted cheese Ice-cream Cafe Wines: Club Sherry Marcobrunner, 1862 (Leyden's) presented by Caterer Special reserve, 1889 Irroy brut Johannisberger, 1870, Blue Seal (Leyden's) presented by Caterer Chateau Grenier, 1865 " " Pisces Chateau Lafite, 1870 " Caterer Mouton Rothschild, 1869 No. 168 old March Madeira, from Kuhn's " 51 " " The minutes of two previous meetings were read and approved. 192 Brother Leo appointed caterer for next dinner, in place of Sagittarius. Cost of dinner $83.88 Subscription 55. 828.88 Cost t*u to each $2.88 Brother Taurus, the new Sign, paid his subscription for the remaining three months, February, March, April (Si 5) to the Secretary. Libra — Secretary. 193 ONE HUNDRED AND SIXTY-THIRD MEETING At Knickerbocker Club Saturday 30 March 1895 lyi o'clk Present (8): Leo, caterer; Cancer, Aries, Sagittarius, Taurus, Pisces, Virgo, Libra. Absent: Gemini, Scorpio, Capricornus. Menu: Oysters, small Rockaway Bisque of crawfish — Calf's feet, clear Olives — Celery — Radishes — Almonds Planked North River shad with roe Cucumbers — Bordeaux onions Roast spring lamb, mint sauce New green peas — Pommes roties New asparagus, sauce Hol- landaise Chapon roti aux truffes Boiled Virginia ham — Lettuce salad Bombe mignonne — Petits-fours Fruits — Fromage — Cafe Wines: Chateau Latour Blanche, 1874 Steinberger Cabinet (Leyden's), 1868 Sherry Moet & Chandon, Brut Imperial \ Roederer Grand Vin Sec White Port, about 1825 New Madeira, 1865 | Gibbons Apple Jack presented by Caterer by Libra from Club by Cancer The minutes of February meeting read and approved. Brother Sagittarius was appointed next caterer and Brother Scorpio his alternate. Cost of dinner $64.95 Subscription 55. 59.95 Cost to each H £1.25 Libra — Secretary. 194 ONE HUNDRED AND SIXTY-FOURTH MEETING At Metropolitan Club Saturday 27 April 1895 Present, 9: Sagittarius, caterer; Cancer, Taurus, Pisces, Libra, Leo, Scorpio, Gemini, Virgo. Absent, 2: Aries, Capricornus. Menu: Little-neck clams — Brown bread Bisque of clams — Printaniere Colbert Broiled kingfish Maitre d'Hotel Cucumber — Sliced tomatoes Ris de veau brais6 aux champignons frais — Stewed fresh mushrooms Saddle of Iamb, mint sauce New peas — New potatoes Fresh asparagus, hot and cold Pate' de foie gras Wines: 1 bottle Rauenthaler Berg, 1862, Auslese 1 " Chateau Yquem, 1874, Barton & Guestier 1 " Royal Port, 1815 1 " Hidalgo Sherry 2 " Chateau Latour, 1875 2 " " Mouton Rothschild, 1875 2 " " " " 1869 Roman punch Philadelphia capon aux truffes Virginia ham Lettuce and chicory salad Cream cheese and groseilles — Bar-le-Duc Camembert cheese Bombe glacee and strawberries Cakes — Nuts — Coffee 4 bottles Madeira, viz.: Oliveira, 1848 Sercial, 1830 Kuhn (Philadelphia), 1790 McKim of Baltimore, 1838 In all, 14 bottles of the highest grades each in its class, presented by the Caterer. Brother Scorpio was appointed next caterer, Virgo his alternate. Cost of dinner 582. Subscription 55. 527. S3. Cost to each J Libra — Secretary. 195 ONE HUNDRED AND SIXTY-FIFTH MEETING Union Club November 30th 1895 Present: Seorpio, caterer; Aries, Cancer, Leo, Pisces, Taurus, Virgo. Menu: Wines: Oysters Green-turtle soup, clear Boiled chicken-halibut, soft-dam sauce Potatoes Persillade Saddle of mutton — Currant jelly Stuffed tomatoes Sauternes Sherry Champagne, Irroy brut Madeira, White String Red Richebourg of 1869 Old White Port Terrapin a l'Union Club Ruddy ducks Celery, mayonnaise Assorted cheese Mousse au chocolat Cafe & liqueurs presented by Sagittarius " Pisces " Sagittarius The minutes of the last meeting were read and approved. Subscriptions for winter 1895- 1896 received by Secretary. Capricornus (Ph. Schuyler) Sagittarius (G. S. Bowdoin) Gemini (E. A. Post) Libra (P. Marie) Cancer (A. C. Monson) Virgo (W. F. Chrystie) 830 Taurus (L. Mesier) 830 j?30 Aries (J. W. Clendenin) 830 830 Leo (J. H. Robb) 830 $30 Pisces (H. W. Bibby) 530 830 Scorpio (R. Church) 830 $30 Brother Virgo was appointed Caterer for the next meet- ing, his alternate being Brother Libra. Cost of Dinner Subscription received from Libra, Sec'y — 867.75 55.00 Balance Cost to each 12.75 81.82 Aries — Secretary for the Meeting. 196 ONE HUNDRED AND SIXTY-SIXTH MEETING At No. 6 East 37th St., the residence of the Caterer, Libra December 28, 1895 Present (io): Libra, caterer; Aries, Cancer, Scorpio, Pisces, Gemini, Sagittarius, Leo, Taurus, Virgo. Absent: Capricornus. Menu : Morris Cove oysters New York Yacht Club chowder (Com- modore Edgar's recipe) Cheese soufflees Planked North Carolina shad Cucumber salad — Potatoes Parisienne Filet de bceuf a la Financiere Green Peas — Hominy croquettes Epinards a la creme Roast English pheasants — Celery salad Pate de foie gras Plum pudding Ice-cream Roquefort cheese Cream cheese and Bar-le-Duc Groseilles blanches Grapefruit frappe au maraschino Coffee Wines: Montrachet, 1865 Sherry Piccarelli Chateau Latour Blanche, 1869 Moet & Chandon, White Seal Chateau Lafite, 1865, cachet du Chateau. Eschenauer Benecke & Co. Chateau Lafite, 1870, N. Johnston & Son Clos de Vougeot, 1865, C. Maret & Compte Leger-Belair Prince of Wales Port, 1811 Old Pale Sherry, Peter Harmony & Co., 1856 Murdock Madeira Hurricane Old Cognac — Liqueurs 197 presented by Cancer Minutes of last meeting read and approved. Virgo appointed next caterer, Aries his alternate. Brother Cancer desired the Secretary to note on the minutes that the Signs had viewed with gratification the electrical Stars forming part of the Zodiacal decoration of the ceiling of the Library of Brother Libra; the Caterer for the evening. Approved while taking their liqueurs. Adjourned. Libra, — Secretary. Dec 28/95 the unexpended balance in Secretary's hands is $275. As this is to be applied to the four meetings of January, February, March & April, 1896, there will be applicable as subscription to each of the four dinners, $68.75. 198 ONE HUNDRED AND SIXTY-SEVENTH MEETING Union Club Saturday January 25th 1896 Present: Virgo, caterer; Aries, Cancer, Gemini, Pisces, Sagittarius, Scorpio, Taurus. Menu: Oysters Green-turtle soup, clear Boiled live cod, soft-clam sauce Potatoes Persillade Saddle of mutton — Currant jelly Stuffed tomatoes Terrapin a l'Union Club Small spring chicken, roasted, giblet sauce Pat£ de foie gras — Salad Assorted cheese Mousse au chocolat Cafe et liqueurs Wines: Sauternes Sherry Latour Blanche, 1869 Champagne: Irroy brut and Roe- derer Grand Vin Sec Chateau Lafite, 1878 Old Brown Sherry " Madeira " Peach Brandy Union Club presented by Virgo Union Club presented by Virgo " Taurus " Virgo Aries was appointed caterer for the next meeting and Cancer his alternate. Received from The Secretary, Libra, 868.75 Cost of dinner — 66.63 2.12 To be returned to the Secretary — Aries — Secretary Jor the Meeting. 199 ONE HUNDRED AND SIXTY-EIGHTH MEETING Union Club Saturday 29 February 1896 at 7.30 Present (io): Aries, caterer; Cancer, Pisces, Taurus, Gemini, Leo, Sagittarius, Scorpio, Libra, Virgo. Absent (i): Capricornus. Menu : Cape Cod oysters Terrapin a la Union Club Clear green-turtle soup Roast capon Filet of bass a la Grant Celery, mayonnaise Potatoes Persillade Assorted cheese Saddle of venison — String-beans Biscuit glace Egg plant Julienne Cafe Wines: Chablis, 1881 Steinberger Cabinet, 1874 Sherry Leoville, Lascases Chateau Margaux, 1869 presented by Aries Sherry, March & Benson, 1845 " Virgo Brother Cancer appointed next caterer, Pisces his alternate. Libra resigned as Secretary (after the present Meeting), & Brother Aries elected in his place. The retiring Secretary (Libra) hands over to Brother Aries, his successor, a cash Balance of 855. originally set aside for the March dinner. 55. " " " " April dinner. 27.50 cash, viz. 555 originally set aside for Decbr not used S137.50 Less 27.50 / Less * 13 " 75 added t0 Jamy - " 13.75 added to Feby. Libra — Secretary. 200 ONE HUNDRED AND SIXTY-NINTH MEETING At No 14 East 63d St, by invitation of Brother Cancer, Caterer, at his residence, Saturday, March 28th 1896 Present: Cancer, caterer; Aries, Gemini, Leo, Libra, Pisces, Sagittarius, Scorpio, Taurus. Absent: Capricornus and Virgo. The minutes of the 1 68th Meeting were read and on motion, duly seconded — Approved. Menu: Huitres Salade turquoise Potage Marmite — Creme St. Germain Jambon Croustades a la Nacaire Pate en croOte Planked shad — Concombres Glace Zodiac Carre d'agneau Bourgeois — Asperges a la Gateaux — Bonbons Hollandaise Fromage Petits poussins grilles Cafe Le 28 Mars "96," 14 East 63 Street Wines: Amontillado Sherry Chateau Latour Blanche of 1869 Latour Grand Vin Sec Perrier Jouet reserve Haut Brion of 1875 Chateau Lafite of 1870 Johannisberger, Blue Seal of 1870 Brown Sherry of 1809 Madeira, very old, unknown, Pomona, Black Cork, and Murdock of 1815 Very old Gibbons Apple Brandy, Rye Whiskey, and Bourbon Whiskey Liqueurs The Secretary stated that he had received from his pred- ecessor, Brother Libra, the balance of the dinner fund, amounting to $137.50. Brother Pisces was appointed Caterer for the next meeting, he to select the dining place and notify the Signs, Brother Taurus is his alternate. Aries — Secretary. 201 ONE HUNDRED AND SEVENTIETH MEETING Saturday, April 25th 1896 at The Metropolitan Club Present: Pisces, caterer; Aries, Cancer, Gemini, Leo, Scorpio, Taurus, Virgo. Absent: Libra and Sagittarius. c apneornus, Menu: Little-neck clams with brown bread Printanier a la Royale Creme d'oseille a la Francaise Croustade de fromage Metropolitan Boiled Kennebec salmon, sauce Hollandaise Tomato mayonnaise Saddle of spring lamb, mint sauce New peas — Pommes Volney Wines: Sherry Rauenthaler Berg of 1876 Champagne, Moet & Chandon of 1886 Roederer Grand Vin Sec Chateau Palmer of 1874 Latour of 1868 Yquem of 1883 Romanee of 1875 Liqueurs Timbale Napolitaine aux champi- gnons frais Champignons frais farcis Roast spring chicken Virginia ham — Asparagus salad Cream cheese and Bar-le-Duc jelly Ice-cream — Strawberries Cakes, etc. presented by Pisces " Libra On motion duly seconded, it was Resolved — That the cost of the dinner $83.53 be paid from the funds in the hands of the Secretary, and that the balance of the same S53.97 be carried forward to the credit of the following season. After dinner Brother Libra came in. Brother Taurus was appointed caterer for the next meeting on November 28th, 1896, he to select the dining place and notify the Signs. Brother Gemini is his alternate. Aries — Secretary. 202 ONE HUNDRED AND SEVENTY-FIRST MEETING Saturday November 28th 1896 at The Union Club Present: Taurus, caterer; Aries, Cancer, Gemini, Leo, Scorpio, Libra, Sagittarius, Pisces, Virgo. Absent: Capricornus. Menu: Cape Cod oysters Clear green turtle Boiled chicken-halibut, soft-clam sauce — Potatoes Persillade P3te de foie gras, presented by Sagittarius Wines: Sherry Roederer Grand Vin Sec, Irroy brut Chateau Yquem of 1874 1 White Port 3 Madeiras — Blue Pipe, Pomona, and Sercial — and 1 Eden Char- treuse 2 Chateau Lafite of 1874 1 Romanee Conti 1 Antigua Rum Small tournedos of beef a I'Union Club — String-beans Celeri braise a la Moelle Saddle of venison Londonderry — Stuffed green peppers Salad and cheese Ice-cream — Caf£ presented by Cancer Sagittarius Taurus The minutes of the 170th Meeting were read and on motion duly seconded — Approved. Cost of the dinner — Paid by Sec'y- from subscription fund Balance 15 cost to each — 203 875.54 55.00 820.54 82.05 The Secretary stated that he had received the subscrip- tions for the season of 1896 & 1897 from all the members of the Club. On motion, duly seconded, Resolved That the balance of $53.97 in the hands of the Secretary from the season of 1895 & 1896, be retained by him awaiting further instruc- tions from the Club. STATEMENT OF FUNDS Received from 11 subscriptions to Season of 1896 & '97 = 8330.00 Balance on hand from season of 1895 & '96= 53.97 Total receipts— 8383.97 Paid on a/c of dinner of Nov 28 $55 — 55. Balance on hand 8328.97 Aries Secretary. Brother Gemini was appointed caterer for the next meeting, he to select the place and notify the Signs — Brother Capricornus is his alternate. Aries, Secy. 204 ONE HUNDRED AND SEVENTY-SECOND MEETING Saturday, December 26th 1S96 at the Union Club Present: Gemini, caterer; Aries, Cancer, Libra, Pisces, Sagittarius, Taurus, Virgo. Absent: Capricornus, Leo, Scorpio. Menu : Cape Cod oysters Green-turtle soup — Chicken Imperiale Boiled sheep's head, Hollandaise sauce Cucumber salad Saddle of yearling lamb au jus Potatoes Chateau Chicken a 1'etouffee a la Zodiac Wines: Roederer Carte Blanche Irroy brut Haut Sauternes, 1869 Chateau Lafite, 1865 Chambertin, 1870 Brown Sherry, 1834 Prince of Wales Port, 1815 Magnum of Chateau Lafite, 1874 Davies Madeira, Baltimore, 1834 Kuhn Philadelphia Demijohn 119 Liqueur Brandy of 1801 Cost of the dinner Paid by Sec'y. from subscription fund Balance Cost to each Y% of same — Fresh string-beans Sorbet Roast quail Virginia ham braise Celery, mayonnaise Camembert cheese Mousse au chocolat Cafe presented by Leo presented by Taurus presented by Sagittarius 860.89 _55.00 85.89 .74 The minutes of the 171st meeting were read and on motion duly seconded approved. Brother Capricornus was appointed caterer for the next meeting on January 30th he to select the place and notify the Signs. Brother Leo is his alternate. 205 Aries — Secretary. ONE HUNDRED AND SEVENTY-THIRD MEETING Saturday, January 30th 1897 at the Union Club Present: Capricornus, caterer; Aries, Cancer, Gemini, Leo, Sagittarius, Scorpio, Taurus, Virgo. Absent: Libra and Pisces. Menu : Cape Cod oysters Puree of shrimps — Consomme Royale Boiled black bass, Hollandaise sauce Cucumbers Saddle of black-tail deer a la London- derry Stewed fresh mushrooms — Potato souf- flee Wines: Champagne: Duminy & Co., of 1874 Roederer Grand Vin Sec Johannisberger, Blue Seal, of 1870 2 Mouton Rothschild of 1869 \ Kuhn Madeira of 1822 Champagne nature Veuve Pommery Vin Brut Old Brown Sherry, 1834 | Prince of Wales Port, 1815 Stuffed green peppers Ruddy ducks — Celery, mayon- naise Assorted cheese — ice-cream Caf6 & liqueurs presented by Capricornus presented by Pisces The minutes of the 1720! meeting were read and on motion duly seconded. Approved. STATEMENT OF FUNDS Balance on hand from 172d meeting $273.97 Paid on account of dinner of January 30 S55.0O " for new minute book No. 4 5.75 60.75 Balance on hand $213.22 Brother Leo was appointed caterer of the next meeting on February 27th, he to select the place and notify the Signs. Brother Sagittarius is his alternate. Aries — Secretary. 206 ONE HUNDRED AND SEVENTY-FOURTH MEETING Saturday, February 27th 1897 at the Union Club Present: Sagittarius, caterer, having exchanged with Leo; Aries, Cancer, Gemini, Leo, Libra, Capricornus, Pisces, Taurus, Virgo. Absent: Scorpio. Menu : Cape Cod oysters Vegetable soup Paysanne Boiled bass, sauce Hollandaise Fried oyster crabs — Tomato salad Terrapin a la Zodiac, presented by Sagittarius Saddle of yearling lamb au jus Fresh mushrooms, stewed Bermuda potatoes Pate de foie gras en croute, presented by Sagittarius Roasted capon and Smithfield ham — Salad Assorted cheeses — Ice-cream — Cafe and liqueurs Brandy of 1801 presented by Sagitta- rius Wines: Sherry Champagnes: Irroy brut Roederer Grand Vin Sec Chateau Yquem of 1874 2 Chateau Latour of 1875 1 Mouton Rothschild of 1875 1 " " " 1869 1 Port Wine of 1815 1 Hidalgo Sherry Madeiras: 1 Sercial of 1816 1 " " 1827 1 Kuhn * * No 119 1 Newton Gordon of 1819 presented by Sagittarius 563.33 Balance $8.33 55.00 Cost to each { \ of same .83 Cost of the dinner Paid by Sec'y. from subscription fund The minutes of the 173d meeting were read and on motion duly seconded. Approved. Brother Leo will be the caterer of the next meeting on March 27th, he having exchanged with Brother Sagittarius, he to select the place and notify the Signs. Brother Scorpio is his alternate. Aries — Secretary. 207 ONE HUNDRED AND SEVENTY-FIFTH MEETING Saturday March 27th 1897, at the Union Club Present: Libra, caterer; Aries, Gemini, Pisces, Sagit- tarius, Taurus. Absent: Cancer, Capricornus, Leo, Scorpio, Virgo. Menu : Cape Cod oysters Sorrel soup aux croutons Boiled bass, soft-clam sauce Potatoes Persillade Boneless capon a I'ancienne Green peas Wines: Club Sherry Champagne, Irroy brut Batard Montrachet, 1870 Grand Vin Musigny, 1870 Chateau Latour, 1868 Lafite, 1870 Steinberger Cabinet Imperial, 1868 Old Duncan Port Wine Liqueurs Asparagus Roast snipe — Salad PSte de foie gras Assorted cheeses Mousse au chocolat Cafe presented by Leo presented by Libra The minutes of the 174th meeting were read and on motion duly seconded, approved. Cost of the dinner Paid by Secy, from fund Overpaid and divided 554.50 Balance on hand from 174th 55— Meeting— 8158.22 [50 Paid on account of dinner of March 27th— 55. Balance on hand $103.22 Brother Scorpio will be the caterer for the next meeting on Nov. 27th 1897, he to select the place and notify the Signs. Brother Virgo is his alternate. Aries — Secretary. 208 ONE HUNDRED AND SEVENTY-SIXTH MEETING Saturday, April 24th 1897, at the Union Club Present: Leo, caterer (he had previously exchanged with Sagittarius) ; Aries, Cancer, Gemini, Libra, Pisces, Sagit- tarius, Scorpio, Taurus. Absent: Capricornus and Virgo. Menu: Small Blue Point oysters Gumbo with soft-shell crabs Boiled Jersey bass with soft-clam sauce Potatoes Persillade Ribs of yearling lamb au jus Puree of cauliflower Fresh asparagus Wines: sherry Champagne: Irroy brut Gold Lac of 1889 BUtard Montrachet of 1870 ] Chateau Yquem of 1864 [ Alto Douro Port J Hochheimer Don Dechaney, 1868 Liqueurs Pate de foie gras en croute Roasted plover Beets and fetticus salad Assorted cheese Ice-cream Cafe presented by Leo presented by Libra Cost of the dinner S81.66 Paid by the Secy, from fund 55.00 Balance $26.66 Cost to each gth of same — 2.96 Balance on hand from 175th meeting — Paid on a/c of dinner of this date, April 24/97 Balance on hand carried forward to the next season S103.22 55.— J48.22 The minutes of the 175th meeting were read and on motion, duly seconded, approved. Brother Scorpio will be the caterer for the next meeting on November 27th 1897, he to select the place and notify the Signs. Brother Libra is his alternate. Aries — Secretary. 209 ONE HUNDRED AND SEVENTY-SEVENTH MEETING Saturday, November 27th 1897, at the Union Club Present: Scorpio, caterer; Aries, Cancer, Gemini, Leo, Libra, Sagittarius, Pisces, Taurus, Virgo. Absent: Capricornus. Menu : Cape Cod oysters Gumbo special with crabs Live codfish boiled with soft-clam sauce Potatoes Persillade Saddle of mutton, currant jelly String-beans Terrapin Sorbet Wild turkey roasted and stuffed with chestnuts Mayonnaise of celery Assorted cheeses Iced mousse au chocolat — Cafe Wines: Chateau Ferran Club Sherry Champagnes: Irroy brut Roederer Grand Vin Sec Mouton Rothschild of 1878 " 1874 Duncan Port of 1850 Montrachet White Port Madeiras: Davies Baltimore, 1838, Kuhn Blue Pipe, McKim, Balto. Liqueurs presented by Libra " Leo " Sagittarius Cost of the dinner— 890.52 Paid by the Secretary from the subscription fund 55.00 Balance £35.52 Cost to each T V of same — 83.50 210 The minutes of the 176th meeting were read and ap- proved. The Secretary stated that he had received the subscrip- tions of Aries, Capricornus, Gemini, Leo, Libra, Sagittarius, Pisces, Scorpio, Taurus and Virgo. STATEMENT OF FUNDS Balance on hand from last season — 548.22 10 subscriptions for present season — 300.00 8348.22 Paid on account of dinner of today, Nov 27/97 55.00 Balance on hand — §293.22 It was Resolved, That the vacancy caused by the resig- nation of Aquarius on December 27th 1879 (William Cut- ting) be now filled. The nine members present cast their ballots and the Sec- retary was requested to obtain the ballots of the two absent Signs. It was Resolved — That in consequence of the date of the next meeting of the Club falling upon Christmas day, it be deferred until the Saturday following, January 1st 1898. Brother Virgo will be the caterer for the next meeting, on January 1st 1898, he to select the place and notify the Signs — Brother Aries is his alternate. Aries — Secretary. For an addendum to the above — Minutes of November 27/ 97, see Minutes of meeting of January ist/'98, page 213. Aries — Secretary. 2 1 1 ONE HUNDRED AND SEVENTY-EIGHTH MEETING Saturday, January 1st 1898, at the Union Club Present: Virgo, caterer; Aquarius, Aries, Cancer, Gem- ini, Leo, Libra, Pisces, Sagittarius, Taurus, Scorpio. Absent: Capricornus. Menu : Cape Cod oysters Green-turtle soup Boiled striped bass, soft clams, Boniface sauce Mousse de jambon Moderne Saddle of mutton, currant jelly Stuffed green peppers Pat£ de foie gras Sorbet Roast ruddy ducks Celery, mayonnaise Assorted cheeses — Ice-cream — Caf6 Home-made mince pie, presented by Pisces Wines: Harmony Sherry of 1848 Champagnes: Irroy brut Roederer Grand Vin Sec — Club Romanee Conti Mouton Rothschild of 1875 Old White Port 2 very old Sherrys Liqueurs presented by Virgo presented by Leo " Sagittarius " Leo " Virgo Cost of the dinner S93.49 Paid by Sec'y from subscription fund — 60. — Balance $33.49 Cost to each T \th of same 3.05 The minutes of the 177th meeting were read and on motion, duly seconded amended as below and approved. The Secretary stated that he had received the subscrip- tions of Cancer and Aquarius. 212 STATEMENT OF FUNDS Balance on hand from 177th meeting 2 subscriptions received 8293.22 55.— Paid on account of dinner of Jan'y- 1/98 8348.22 60 — Balance on hand — 8288.22 Brother Aries will be the caterer for the next meeting, he to select the place & notify the Signs. Brother Cancer his alternate. On motion of Brother Leo, duly seconded and carried, the following was added to the minutes of the 177th meeting on November 27th 1897 — "The secretary stated, that he had received the votes of all the Signs for a member to fill the vacancy caused by the resignation of Aquarius (William Cutting) and reported the unanimous election of Mr. Charles Lanier whom he had notified and whose acceptance he had received. The Secy, informed Brother Virgo, the Caterer, of Mr. Lanier's election in order that he might be invited to the dinner of Jany 1st. Aries, Secretary. 213 ONE HUNDRED AND SEVENTY-NINTH MEETING Saturday, January 29th 1898 at the Union Club Present: Aries, caterer; Aquarius, Cancer, Capricornus, Leo, Libra, Pisces, Sagittarius, Scorpio, Taurus, Virgo. Absent: Gemini. Menu : Cape Cod oysters Soups: CroQte au pot and Puree St. Germain Filet of bass with oyster-crabs Saddle of mutton with currant jelly French string-beans New carrots a la creme Broiled fresh mushrooms on toast Terrapins on chafing-dish Sorbet Roasted capon stuffed with chest- nuts — Salad Assorted cheeses Ice, Mousse au chocolat Cafe Wines: Club Sherry Rauenthaler Champagnes: Irroy brut. 1889 Roederer Grand Vin Sec Old Harmony Sherry Magnum of Haut Brion, 1874 Romanee of 1865 South Side Madeira Blackburn Madeira of 1834 Liqueurs presented by Virgo " Aquarius " Leo " Sagittarius " Capricornus Cost of the dinner S104.12 Paid by Secretary from fund 60. — Balance $44.12 Cost to each t \th of same 4.00 The minutes of the 178th meeting were read and ap- proved. Brother Cancer will be the caterer for the next meeting, he to select the place and notify the Signs. Brother Pisces is his alternate. Aries — Secretary. 214 ONE HUNDRED AND EIGHTIETH MEETING Saturday, February 26th 1898 at the Knickerbocker Club Present: Cancer, caterer; Aries, Gemini, Leo, Libra, Pisces, Sagittarius, Scorpio, Taurus, Virgo. Absent: Aquarius and Capricornus. Menu: Oysters on shell Soup, Consomme — Printaniere Bisque decrevisses Planked shad a la ravigote Cucumber salad Spring lamb, mint sauce Bermuda potatoes Petits pois a la Francaise PSte de foie gras en croOte Canvas-back ducks Romaine salad Asparagus boiled, Hollandaise sauce Ice-cream — Bombe mignonne Petits-fours Assorted cheeses Cafe Wines: Johannisberger Cabinet of 1884 Club Sherry " Irroy brut of 1889 Roederer Grand Vin Sec Johannisberger Cabinet Imperial, 1876 Club Musigny of 1887 Brown Sherry of 1809 Madeiras: Brahmin and Pomona Pomona of 1822 Antigua Rum of 1847 presented by Cancer Sagittarius Cancer Cost of the dinner §95.70 Balance $35.70 Paid by Secretary from fund 60.00 Cost to each fa of same S3. 57 The minutes of the 179th meeting were read and ap- proved. Brother Pisces will be the next caterer, he to name the place and notify the Signs — Brother Taurus is his alternate. Aries — Secretary. 215 ONE HUNDRED AND EIGHTY-FIRST MEETING Saturday, March 26th 1898 at the Union Club Present: Pisces, caterer; Aries, Aquarius, Cancer, Cap- ricornus, Leo, Libra, Sagittarius, Scorpio, Taurus. Absent: Gemini and Virgo. Menu : Cape Cod oysters Clear oxtail soup Boiled striped bass, soft-clam sauce Salad of Bermuda onions Spring lamb, mint sauce and green peas P3te de foie gras Sorbet Small spring chickens with water- cresses Cold asparagus Omelette soufflee au chocolat Assorted cheeses Cafe Wines: Club Thompson Sherry " Roederer Grand Vin Sec " Moet & Chandon of 1889 Montrachet La Guiche of 1869 Chateau Yquem of 1874 Haut Brion of 1874 and Musigny of 1875 Habersham London Sherry of 1880 Sercial Madeira of 1809 Brandy of 1791 Sercial Madeira Harmony Sherry presented by Leo " Cancer " Aquarius " Pisces presented by Cancer " Virgo Cost of Dinner 582.02 Paid by Secretary from subscription fund 60.00 Balance 22.02 Cost to each yV of same — 2.20 The minutes of the i8oth meeting were read and ap- proved. Brother Taurus will be the next caterer, he to select the place and notify the Signs. Brother Gemini is his al- ternate. Aries — Secretary. 216 ONE HUNDRED AND EIGHTY-SECOND MEETING Saturday, April 30th 1898, at the Union Club Present: Taurus, caterer; Aries, Cancer, Gemini, Leo, Libra, Pisces, Sagittarius, Scorpio, Virgo. Absent: Aquarius and Capricornus. Menu : Small clams Fresh asparagus, Hollandaise sauce Clear oxtail soup Pate de foie gras Kingfish a la Meuniere Zodiac punch Cucumber salad Boneless spring chickens Noisette of spring lamb a la Cleo Salad Green peas Omelette soufflee au chocolat Mousse de jambon en surprise Ice-cream — Assorted cheeses — Cafe Wines: Club Sherry " Champagnes: Irroy brut and Roederer Grand Vin Sec Batard Montrachet of 1870 presented by Leo Steinberger Cabinet of 1868 " " Sagittarius Mouton Rothschild of 1878 Romanee Saint Vivant of 1878 i « t* aurus Apple Jack Toddy Habersham Sercial Brandy of 1791 presented by Pisces Cost of dinner §82.62 Balance 522.62 Paid by Secretary, from sub- Cost to each ^ of same 2.26 scription fund 60. — The minutes of the i8ist meeting were read and approved. STATEMENT OF FUNDS Balance on hand from 181st meeting 5108.22 Paid on account of dinner of this date, April 30th 60. — Balance on hand forward to season of 1898-'99 $48.22 Brother Gemini will be the next caterer, he to select the place and notify the Signs. Brother Capricornus is his alternate. A c Aries — Secretary. 217 ONE HUNDRED AND EIGHTY-THIRD MEETING Saturday Nov. 26th 1898 at the Union Club Present: Gemini, caterer; Cancer, Leo, Sagittarius, Scorpio, Virgo, Libra, Taurus, Capricornus, Pisces. Absent: Aquarius. Menu : Cape Cod oysters Clear green turtle — Consomme Royale Boiled chicken-halibut, Hollandaise sauce Fried oyster-crabs Saddle of black-tailed deer Londonderry Stuffed green peppers Potatoes Bourgeoise Fonds d'artichauts farcis Terrapin a la Maryland Sorbet Chaudfroid of quails — Salad Assorted cheeses Mousse au chocolat Cafe Wines: Latour Blanche Veuve Clicquot, 1892 > Roederer Grand Vin Sec J Chambertin, 1870 Lafite, 1870 Old White Port Madeiras: Sercial, 1816 White reserve, Baltimore, 1822 Blue Pipe, 1815 Union Club presented by Leo Union Club presented by Sagittarius Cost of Dinner $104.75 Paid by Secretary 55. Balance S49.75 Cost ^ of same to each $5 The minutes of i82 Roederer Grand Vin Sec J Chateau Lafite /74 \ Musigny /65 J Musigny /81 Old Grape Juice, Madeira Potatoes, half shell Mousse of Virginia ham Fresh asparagus Squab-chicken broiled — Salad Assorted cheese — Ice-cream — Cafe Union Club presented by Aquarius presented by Leo " Sagittarius Cost of Dinner Paid by Secy. Cost to each 65.80 SO. 15.80 2.— The Minutes of 204th Meeting were read and approved. STATEMENT OF FUNDS Balance Feb 22 163.25 Dinner Mch 29 50.— 113.25 Col. Osmun Latrobe was duly elected a member of the Club taking the Sign Cancer. Brother Aries will be next caterer, he to select the place and notify the Signs. Brother Capricornus is his alternate. Pisces, — Secretary. 244 TWO HUNDRED AND SIXTH MEETING Saturday April 26th At the University Club Present: Aries, caterer; Gemini, Taurus, Libra, Sagit- tarius, Cancer, Pisces. Absent: Virgo, Leo, Scorpio, Aquarius, Capricornus. Menu: Oysters Clear green-turtle soup Hors-d'oeuvre varies Soft-shell crabs fried, sauce Tartare Spanish onion and tomato salad Noisette of spring lamb a la Meteor New peas a la Francaise Wines: Rauenthaler Berg Solera Palma Sherry Moet & Chandon /93, cuvee 20 Mouton Rothschild, 1878 Bermuda potatoes rissolles New asparagus, cream sauce Grapefruit au rhum Golden plover aux cressons Celery a I'Universite Strawberry ice-cream Cheese — Fruit — Cafe All University Club Cost of Dinner 77.60 Paid by Secy. 60. 4) 17.60 2.52 The minutes of 205th Meeting were read and approved. STATEMENT OF FUNDS Balance March 29 113.25 Dinner Apl. 26 60. 53.25 5. Received from Br. Cancer 58.25 Brother Capricornus will be next caterer, he to select the place and notify the Signs. Brother Leo is his alternate. Pisces, — Secretary. 245 TWO HUNDRED AND SEVENTH MEETING Saturday November 29th 1902 At the Union Club Present: Taurus, caterer; Cancer, Gemini, Sagittarius, Scorpio, Leo. Absent: Aries, Virgo, Libra, Capricornus and Aquarius. Menu: Cape Cod oysters Fonds d'artichauts Pompadour Bisque d'ecrevisses Kitten punch Boiled sheep's head, soft clam sauce Roast canvas-back duck Potato croquettes Celery Salad — Currant jelly Saddle of Canada lamb au jus Cheese Sweet peppers, Marrow string-beans English plum pudding, hard sauce Cafe Wines: Thompson Sherry Clicquot, 1895 Roederer Grand Vin Sec Montrachet, 1865 Chambertin, 1820 White Port, 1834 Antigua Rum, 1847 Union Club presented by Leo presented by Sagittarius " Taurus Cost of Dinner 58.36 Paid by Secy. 50.00 H) 8.36 Cost to each 1.40 The minutes of 206th meeting were read & approved. The Sec'y. pro tern acknowledges the receipt of dues for 1 902-1 903 — Sagittarius, Libra, Capricornus, Taurus, Aqua- rius, Gemini, Cancer, Leo. STATEMENT OF FUNDS Cash reed. 240.00 Dinner Nov. 29th 50.00 190.00 246 The death of Bro. Pisces was announced. It was resolved that the death of Bro. Pisces having occurred on August 24th 1902, the Sec'y. be requested to place on the minutes an expression of deep regret at the loss of a friend whose kindness, courtesy and honor was highly appreciated by his Brother "Signs." His memory was drunk in silence, standing. On motion of Brother Sagittarius, seconded by Bro. Leo, Louis Mesier was elected Sec'y. to fill the vacancy caused by the death of Henry W. Bibby. Brother Capricornus will be the next Caterer, he to se- lect the place and notify the Signs, Bro. Leo is his alternate. Taurus — Sec'y. pro tern. 247 TWO HUNDRED AND EIGHTH MEETING Saturday. December 27th 1902, at the Metropolitan Club Present: Capricornus, caterer; Cancer, Gemini, Aries, Taurus, Sagittarius, Leo, Aquarius. Absent: Scorpio, Libra. Menu: Cape Cod oysters Chicken gumbo Terrapin a la Baltimore Vol-au-vent a la Financiere Canvas-back duck Celery salad, mayonnaise Roast Virginia ham, sauce Madere Camembert and Stilton cheese Ices — Cakes — Fruit Coffee Wines: Irroy, 1884 Moet & Chandon, 1893 Sherry Musigny, 1869, 1865 Haut Brion, 1869 Metropolitan Club presented by Aquarius Cost of Dinner 93.76 Paid by Secy. 50.00 H) 43.76 Cost to each 5.47 The Minutes of 207th Meeting read and approved. STATEMENT OF FUNDS Balance Nov. 29th 190.00 Dinner Dec 27th 50.00 140.00 Reed from Bro. Aries 30.00 170.00 248 The death of Bro. Virgo was announced by the Secy. It was resolved that the death of Bro. Virgo (William F. Chrystie) having occurred on the 3d Dec, 1902, the Zo- diac places on its minutes an expression of deep regret at the loss of one, who was endeared to its members by ties of long association and whose engaging qualities always added to the pleasure of the meeting of the Zodiac. Bro. Leo will be the next caterer, he to select the place and notify the Signs, Bro. Cancer is his alternate. Taurus, Secy. The Sec'y. reports that Mr. S. Barton French was unani- mously elected to fill the vacancy caused by the death of Bro. Pisces, also Mr. Lewis Cass Ledyard to fill the vacancy caused by the death of Bro. Virgo. 249 TWO HUNDRED AND NINTH MEETING Saturday. January 31st, 1903, at the Union Club, 5th Ave. & 51st St. Present: Leo, caterer; Sagittarius, Cancer, Capricornus, Taurus, Aquarius, Gemini, Virgo. Absent: Aries, Pisces, Scorpio. Menu: Oysters Oxtail a 1'Anglaise Terrapin Fonds d'artichauts a la Pompadour Saddle of Canada lamb au jus Bermuda potatoes — String-beans "Wines: Sherry Champagne, Gold Lac and Clicquot Antigua Rum, 1847 Montrachet, 1870 | Romanee, 1868 \ Richebourg, 1870 J Mumm's Special, 1895 White Port Cost of Dinner 77.80 Balance 32.80 Paid by Sec'y. 45.00 Cost to each H) 4.10 The minutes of the 208th meeting read and approved. A delicious Pate de Foie Gras was presented by Sagit- tarius. The Secy, announced the death of Bro. Libra (Peter Marie) and on motion his memory was drunk in silence, standing. Bro. Cancer will be the next caterer, he to select the place & notify the Signs. Bro. Sagittarius is his alternate. Taurus — Secy. 250 Roast capon — Spinach Pate de foie gras en croQte Salad Assorted cheese Ice-cream Cafe Union Club by Leo by Aquarius " Sagittarius TWO HUNDRED AND TENTH MEETING Saturday March 28th 1903, at the Metropolitan Club Meeting, Saturday Feb'y- 28th 1903 was postponed until Saturday, March 28th. Present: Cancer, caterer; Virgo, Capricornus, Taurus, Gemini, Aquarius. Absent: Scorpio, Leo, Aries, Sagittarius, Pisces. Menu: Little-neck clams Petite marmite strained Bisque of oysters Quenelles Boiled Long Island Trout Sliced tomatoes and cucumbers Mousse de ris de veau Champignons frais Roast Philadelphia capon with truffles Virginia ham New peas — New potatoes Fresh asparagus, Hollandaise Pate de foie gras — Lettuce salad Camembert and Stilton cheese Pouding glace — Strawberries Cakes — Nuts Wines: Montrachet Musigny, 1878 Chateau Lafite, 1878 Moet & Chandon Irroy, 1884 Carte d'Or Metropolitan Club Received from the Estate of Henry W. Bibby, our late Treas. S58.25, being a balance due the Club. The minutes of the 209th meeting read and approved. It was moved & seconded that a cablegram be sent to Bro. Sagittarius "We Missed You" signed Zodiac. Bro. Aries will be the next caterer, he to select the place and notify the Signs, Bro. Gemini is his alternate. Taurus — Secy. 251 TWO HUNDRED AND ELEVENTH MEETING Saturday Nov. 28th 1903, at the Metropolitan Club The Meeting appointed for Saturday April 25th 1903, was postponed without date, as most of the Signs were absent from the City. Present: Sagittarius, caterer; Gemini, Pisces, Virgo, Taurus, Aquarius, Cancer, Aries. Absent: Scorpio, Leo & Capricornus. Menu: Cape Cod oysters CroOte au pot Cream of new peas Boiled chicken-halibut, Holland- aise Oyster-crabs Sliced tomatoes and cucumbers Terrapin a la Baltimore Vol-au-vent a la Financiere Noisette d'agneau — Pur£e de marrons Pommes soufflees Pate de foie gras Redhead duck — Fried samp Potato and truffle salad Camembert and port-du-salut cheese Savarin au fruit Cakes — Nuts Coffee Wines: Thompson Sherry Scharch Hoffberg St. Marceaux Champagne, 2 Bottles Clos Vougeot 2 " Musigny, 1865 1 " White Port 1 " Grape Juice Madeira Metropolitan Club presented by Bro. Sagittarius The minutes of the 2ioth meeting read and approved. Cost Of Din. Nov. 28th 1903 85.35 Paid to Sec'y. 55.10 8) 30.85 Cost to each 252 3.85 STATEMENT OF FUNDS Balance on hand Dinner Nov. 28th 1903 124.35 55.00 (.9.35 300. Reed dues for 1903-1904 369.35 The Scc'y. acknowledges the receipt of dues from Bros. Capricornus, Leo, Gemini, Pisces, Virgo, Taurus, Aquarius, Sagittarius, Cancer, & Aries. Bro. Aries will be the next caterer, he to select the place and notify the Signs. Bro. Virgo is his alternate. Mr. J. Pierpont Morgan was unanimously elected to fill the vacancy caused by the death of Bro. Libra (Mr. Peter Marie). Taurus, — Secy. 253 TWO HUNDRED AND TWELFTH MEETING Saturday January 23d 1904 at the University Club The meeting Saturday Dec. 26th 1903 was postponed to this date. Present: Aries, caterer; Virgo, Pisces, Aquarius, Cancer, Libra, Taurus. Absent: Gemini, Leo, Scorpio, Sagittarius, Capricornus. Menu: Cotuit oysters Bisque of crabs a la Norfolk Consomme de volaille Sevigne Hors-d'oeuvres varies Soft clams a l'Ancienne Saddle and rack of spring Mint sauce Peas a la Francaise — Bermuda po- tatoes rissolees Terrapin, Maryland Club Grapefruit au Kirsch Canvas-back ducks — Fried hominy Celery a 1'Universite Parfait noisettes Cheese — Fruit Coffee Wines: Amontillado Sherry Rhine Wine, 1893 Moet & Chandon, 1893 Chateau Latour, 1878 Clos de Vougeot, 1893 Cognac, 1805 University Club The minutes of the 211th Meeting read and approved. Cost of Dinner S112.00 Balance on hand Paid by Secy. 112.00 Dinner Jany 23d 1904 Reed, from Libra 5369.35 112.00 $257.35 20.00 §277.35 Bro. Virgo will be the next caterer, he to select the place and notify the Signs. Bro. Pisces is his alternate. Taurus — Secy. 254 TWO HUNDRED AND THIRTEENTH MEETING Saturday March 26th 1904 at the Union Club The Meeting February 29, 1904 was postponed to this date. Present: Virgo, caterer; Aries, Cancer, Taurus, Pisces, Libra, Gemini, Capricornus. Absent: Aquarius, Leo, Scorpio, Sagittarius. Menu: Oysters Green peas Green-turtle soup Fresh asparagus, Hollandaise Planked shad Maitre d' Hotel Pate de foie gras a la gelee Tomato salad Lettuce Saddle of Canada lamb Assorted cheese Bermuda potatoes Bourgeoise Ice-cream — Cafe Breast of chicken Chatelaine Wines: Club Sherry ] Moet & Chandon, 1889 \ Union Club Lafite, 1878 The minutes of the 212 Meeting read & approved. STATEMENT OF FUNDS Cost of Dinner $83.23 Balance on hand $277.35 Paid by Secy. 83.23 Dinner for Mch 26th / 1904 83.23 $194.12 Bro. Pisces will be the next caterer, he to select the place and notify the Signs. Bro. Aquarius is his alternate. Taurus — Secy. As Bro. Virgo was unable to serve as caterer, Bro. Pisces kindly acted in his place. 255 TWO HUNDRED AND FOURTEENTH MEETING Union Club Saturday November 26th 1904 at the Union Club The April meeting, postponed Present: Taurus, caterer; Gemini, Leo, Virgo, Sagit- tarius, Cancer, Libra. Absent: Scorpio, Capricornus, Aries, Pisces, Aquarius. Menu: Cape Cod oysters Bouchees of fresh mushrooms Clear green turtle Boneless capon Parisienne — Peas Boiled striped bass Canvas-back ducks — Hominy Fried oyster-crabs Celery, mayonnaise Cucumber salad Assorted cheese — Ice-cream " Cafe Wines: Sherry White Wine Roederer Special Clos de Vougeot, 1893 Chateau Latour. 1870 Brandy Rainwater Madeira presented by Sagittarius The minutes of the 213 meeting dispensed with. The Sec'y- acknowledges the receipt of dues for 1904 & 1905. Sagittarius, Capricornus, Gemini, Taurus, Leo, Libra, Cancer, Virgo. STATEMENT OF FUNDS Cash on hand Mch 26th 1904 £194.12 Dues for 1904 & 1905 240.00 434.12 Cost of Dinner 85.70 Balance 348.42 Bro. Virgo will be the next caterer, he to select the place & notify the Signs. 256 TWO HUNDRED AND FIFTEENTH MEETING Friday Dec. 30th 1904 at Virgo's new house 2 East 87th Street Present: Virgo, caterer; Gemini, Pisces, Capricornus, Cancer, Aries, Libra, Leo. Absent: Taurus, Aquarius, Scorpio & Sagittarius. Reading of minutes of last meeting was dispensed with. Brother Pisces to be the next caterer; he will select the place and notify the Signs. Brother Libra is his alternate. Leo, — (Acting) Secty. 257 TWO HUNDRED AND SIXTEENTH MEETING Saturday Jany. 28th 1905 at the Metropolitan Club Present: Pisces, caterer; Libra, Aquarius, Leo. Absent: Gemini, Scorpio, Virgo, Sagittarius, Capricor- nus, Taurus, Cancer, Aries. Menu: Congle oysters Chicken gumbo Celery — Olives — Almonds Terrapin Saddle and ribs of spring lamb Fresh peas — Saratoga potatoes Virginia ham braisee Fresh asparagus on toast Canvas-back duck, samp & hominy Heart-of-lettuce salad Hot mince pie Camembert and Roquefort cheese Coffee Wines: Royalty Sherry Hock Perrier Jouet. 1884 Savarin Brandy Romanee Gelee, 1868 Chambertin, 1870 Metropolitan Club presented by Leo The minutes of the last Meeting were dispensed with. Brother Libra to be the next caterer; he will select the place and notify the Signs. Brother Aquarius is his alternate. Cost of Dinner $94.07 Paid by Secty 55. 539.07 Leo — Acting Secretary. The February meeting was postponed as most of the "Signs" were absent from the City. Both the March and April meetings were not held for a like reason. Leo — Acting Secretary. 258 TWO HUNDRED AND SEVENTEENTH MEETING Saturday November 25th 1905 At the Union Club Present: Leo, caterer; Aries, Sagittarius, Aquarius, Cancer, Libra, Capricornus, Pisces, Virgo, Scorpio. Absent: Gemini. Menu : Cape Cod oysters Oxtail a l'Anglaise Puree of lentils Terrapin Fonds d'artichauts Pompadour Saddle of lamb au jus Fresh string-beans Roast capon stuffed — Salad Pate de foie gras en crodte Cheese — Ice-cream — Caf§ Wines: Thompson's Sherry Krug, "98 Roederer Charente Brandy Blue Pipe Madeira Kuhn XX Leacock Madeira Chambertin, '70 Romanee Gelee, '68 Union Club Brother Sagittarius Scorpio Leo The minutes of last meeting were read and approved. Cost of this dinner $114.66 Paid by Secty. 55. — 7 ' ff $58.66 Cost to each member present $5.86j4 The death of Brother Taurus was announced by the Acting Secretary (Brother Leo) and on motion his memory was drunk standing and in silence. On motion Brother Leo was duly elected Secretary and Treasurer of the Club in place of Brother Taurus deceased. 259 The Secretary reported that he had received from the Estate of our late Secty. Brother Taurus the sum of $348.42 being money belonging to the Zodiac, and that he had duly deposited same in the Fifth Ave. Bank to the credit of the Club. Mr. John G. Milburn was duly elected a member of the Club to take the place and Sign of Brother Taurus. Brother Libra will be the next caterer; he to select the place and notify the Signs, Brother Aquarius is his alternate. Adjourned. Leo — Secretary. 260 TWO HUNDRED AND EIGHTEENTH MEETING At the Union Club Saturday December the 30th 1905 Present: Libra, caterer; Aquarius, Cancer, Leo, Sagit- tarius, Taurus, Aries, Scorpio, Virgo. Absent: Gemini, Capricornus and Pisces. Menu : Cape Cod oysters Bermuda potatoes Bourgeoise Oxtail a I'Anglaise Celery braise with marrons Terrapin Canvas-back duck Saddle of Canada lamb au jus Salade Gambetta Cheese — Cafe Wines: Club Sherry 1 Krug, '93 | Union Club Haut Brion, '90 J Musigny, '69 Sagittarius Holmes Madeira Forget-me-not Madeira > Libra Monte Carlo Brandy, 1809 J The minutes of the last meeting were read and approved. Cost of this dinner, $110.62 Cost to each of the Paid by Secty. 60. — 9 members present $5,623-1} $50.62 STATEMENT OF FUNDS Amount received from Executor of Brother Taurus $348.42 Received for annual dues & payments for 217th Dinner 408.61 $757.03 Less Amt. paid by Secretary for dinners: Nov. 25th 1905 $114.66 Dec. 30th " 55. 169.66 Amount on hand $587.37 Brother Aquarius to be the next caterer, he to select the place & notify the Signs, Brother Scorpio is his alternate. Adjourned. Leo — Secretary. 261 TWO HUNDRED AND NINETEENTH MEETING Saturday January 27th 1906 At the Metropolitan Club Present: Aquarius, caterer; Virgo, Sagittarius, Taurus, Cancer, Leo. Absent: Gemini, Scorpio, Pisces, Capricornus, Aries & Libra. Menu: Fresh caviar Congie oysters Oxtail soup Celery — Olives — Radishes Almonds Boneless terrapin Yearling lamb, mint sauce Wines: Thompson Sherry Krug, '92 Chateau Lafite, 1887 Chambertin, 1865 Musigny, 1865 Fine Champagne, 1808 C. L. Special Cigars Pedro Murias Flageolet beans — Pommes puree Broiled incubators Fresh peas Pate de foie gras Salade Demi-deuil Camembert and Gorgonzola Coffee Metropolitan Club Brother Aquarius The minutes of the last Meeting were read & approved. On motion it was unanimously resolved that the thanks of the Club be tendered to Brother Aquarius as an appre- ciation on the part of the Signs of his kindness and trouble in having prepared and presented to the Club the form of invitation now in use by the Secretary. Brother Capricornus to be the next caterer, he to select the place & notify the Signs, Brother Cancer to be his alter- nate. Adjourned. Leo — Secty. & Treasurer 262 TWO HUNDRED AND TWENTIETH MEETING Saturday February the 24th 1906 at the Union Club Present: Capricornus, caterer; Taurus, Sagittarius, Virgo, Leo. Absent: Gemini, Scorpio, Pisces, Aquarius, Cancer, Aries & Libra. Menu: Oysters Green asparagus Clear green turtle Special spring chicken Planked shad Maitre d'HStel Salad Gambetta Cucumbers Cheese Bouchees of sweetbreads and fresh Cafe mushrooms Wines: Krug '93 Lafite "70 Charente Brandy Convent Sherry Kuhn Madeira McTavish Madeira Richebourg, '70 The minutes of the last meeting were read & approved. Brother Cancer to be the next caterer; he to select the place and notify the Signs, Brother Sagittarius to be his alternate. Cost of Dinner 860.18 Amount on hand 8527.37 Paid by Treasurer 60. — Today's Dinner 60. (Paid by caterer) "H Balance remaining f4^7~37 Adjourned. Leo — Secty eY Treasurer. Union Club Brother Sagittarius Brother Leo 263 TWO HUNDRED AND TWENTY-FIRST MEETING Saturday March 24th 1906 At the Metropolitan Club Present: Cancer, caterer; Aries, Sagittarius, Taurus, Virgo, Aquarius, Leo. Absent: Gemini, Scorpio, Pisces, Libra & Capricornus. Menu: Fresh caviar Grapefruit au Kirsch Chicken gumbo Cream of fresh mushrooms aux quenelles Broiled shad and roe Tomatoes en surprise Wines: Graves Sec Krug. '93 Chateau Leoville, '70 La Tache Romanee, '90 Cognac Savarin, 1824 Hurricane Madeira Upman Cigars Mousse de ris de veau with fresh mushrooms — New peas Saddle of lamb — Eggplant broiled Potatoes Duchesse Virginia ham braise aux epinards Fresh asparagus, Hollandaise sauce Assorted cheese — Lettuce salad Biscuit Tortoni — Cakes — Coffee Metropolitan Club Brother Sagittarius Aquarius The minutes of the last meeting were read & approved. Brother Taurus presented the Club with a seal in crystal of 12 facets, a Sign of the Zodiac being cut on each facet. On motion the unanimous thanks of the Club were ten- dered to Brother Taurus for his very interesting & welcome gift. Cost of Dinner Paid by Treasurer Cost to each of the 7 Signs present S85.40 60. 5525.40 $3.63 Balance on hand Paid on a/c this Dinner Balance remaining $467.37 60. 5407.37 Bro. Sagittarius to be the next caterer, he to select the place and notify the Signs. Bro. Virgo to be his alternate. — Adjourned. Leo — Secretary er Treas. 264 TWO HUNDRED AND TWENTY-SECOND MEETING Thursday April 26th 1906 at the Union Club (The day and date of this meeting was fixed by unanimous request of the "Signs"). Present: Sagittarius, caterer; Aries, Taurus, Scorpio, Cancer. Absent: Gemini, Pisces, Virgo, Libra, Aquarius, Capri- cornus & Leo. Menu: Oysters Croustade of fresh mushrooms Oxtail a l'Anglaise Small soft-shell crabs Saddle of yearling lamb Potatoes Lyonnaise Green peas Fresh asparagus Chaudfroid de volaille Salade Demi-deuil Cheese Cafe Wines: Chateau Latour Blanche, 1874 Beaune of 1878 Musigny of 1869 Madeiras: By Sagittarius McTavish of 1819 Blue Pipe of 1815 And Cognacs Krug, 1893 Haut Brion, 1890 Cost of Dinner Contributed by Treasr 867.32 60.00 Balance charged to and paid by Caterer S7.32 The minutes of the last meeting were read & approved. 265 The following cablegram was received by Brother Sag- ittarius from Paris and was duly answered by wire: "Libra, Leo, Aquarius send greetings & Love to Signs." Brother Virgo to be the next caterer, he to select the place & notify the Signs. Brother Taurus to be his alternate. Adjourned. Acting Secty. 266 TWO HUNDRED AND TWENTY-THIRD MEETING Saturday. November 24th 1906 at The Union Club Present: Taurus, caterer; Libra, Sagittarius, Virgo, Aquarius, Cancer, Aries, Scorpio. Absent: Gemini, Pisces, Leo & Capricornus. Menu: Cape Cod oysters Green-turtle soup Broiled live cod. Holt sauce Potatoes Persillade Saddle of Canada lamb — String-beans Roast ruddy ducks Fried hominy Celery, mayonnaise Assorted cheese — Ice-cream Cafe Wines: Moet and Chandon, 1884 Brother Taurus Louis Philippe Brandy " Sagittarius Montrachet, 1875 " Leo Musigny, 1870 Chateau Lafite, 1878, (Union Club) Brother Taurus having consented to act as caterer for to-night's Dinner in place of Brother Virgo, the latter will be the caterer for the next Dinner. He to appoint the place and notify the Signs. Brother Pisces to be his alternate. Adjourned. Acting Secty. 267 TWO HUNDRED AND TWENTY-FOURTH MEETING Saturday December 29th 1906 at Brother Virgo's new apartment at 27 East 72d Street Present: Virgo, caterer; Taurus, Pisces, Aquarius, Cancer, Leo. Absent: Gemini, Scorpio, Aries, Libra & Sagittarius. Wines: Duminy, 1884 Lafite, 1878 Margaux, 1877 Mouton Rothschild, 1877 Madeira. 1809 Cockburn Port, 1844 All furnished by Brother Virgo The minutes of the last two meetings were read and approved. Before doing so, however, the Secretary an- nounced the death of Brother Capricornus and all standing and in silence the Signs present drank to his memory. On motion the dining hour of the Club was changed from 7.30 to eight o'clock. On motion the thanks of the Club were tendered to Brother Aquarius for the copies in wax of the Signs of the Zodiac taken from the Crystal seal presented by Brother Taurus. Brother Pisces to be the next caterer, he to select the place and notify the Signs. Brother Leo to be his alternate. Adjourned. Leo — Secty. & Treasurer. 268 TWO HUNDRED AND TWENTY-FIFTH MEETING Saturday Jany the 26th 1907 Present: Pisces, caterer; Leo, and Cancer. Absent: Gemini, Scorpio, Menu: Fresh caviar Oysters Crabs au gumbo Celery — Olives — Radishes — Almonds Terrapin Spring lamb, mint sauce At the Metropolitan Club Sagittarius, Virgo, Taurus, Aries & Libra. String-beans — Pommes Duchesse Jerusalem artichoke a la creme Squab Guinea chicken Metropolitan Endive salad Hot mince pie Camembert cheese Coffee Wines: Moet & Chandon, '85 by Aquarius Lafite of "74 " same Moselle, Graacher Krug, '92 [ Metropolitan Club Brillat Savarin Cognac, '24 J The minutes of the last meeting were read & approved. Cost of dinner $88.21 Paid by Treasurer 55. 833.21 Cost to each of the Signs present 84.07 Balance in Treasurer's hands 8617.37 Paid on a/c this dinner 55. 8562.37 (balance remaining) Brother Scorpio having informed the Club that owing to his constant absence from the City (he is now a resident of Rochester) and his present state of health, he would in 269 all probability be unable to attend the Dinners and asked for an indefinite leave of absence; it was Resolved, that the regrets of the Signs be expressed to Brother Scorpio, with their best wishes for his prompt resto- ration to health, — and at the same time it was Voted that Brother Scorpio's name be placed on the Honorary Retired List of Signs and someone be elected to fill his place and take his Sign on the active list of the Club. Mr. Henry Walters was elected to take and assume the Sign of Brother Capricornus, deceased, and Mr. Francis R. Appleton was elected to take the place & Sign on the active list made vacant by the retirement of Brother Scorpio. Brother Leo to be the next Caterer, he to select the place & notify the Signs. Brother Aquarius to be his al- ternate. Adjourned. Leo — Secty. & Treasurer. 270 TWO HUNDRED AND TWENTY-SIXTH MEETING Saturday February the 23d At the Union Club Present: Leo, caterer; Libra, Taurus, Sagittarius, Pis- ces, Capricornus. Absent: Gemini, Aries, Scorpio, Cancer, Aquarius & Virgo. Menu: Oysters Clear green turtle Terrapin Mousse de jambon Moderne Saddle of yearling lamb au jus Fresh string-beans au beurre Bermuda potatoes Fresh asparagus, Hollandaise sauce Roast capon Bennington — Broiled fresh mushrooms on toast Assorted cheese Nesselrode pudding Cafe" Wines: Murdock Madeira, 1818 Louis Philippe Brandy, 1809 Chablis, CIos Grenouville, 1884 Musigny, 1870 1878 Chateau Leoville, 1874 Veuve Clicquot, 1899 Krug, 1893 given by Sagittarius given by Leo Union Club The minutes of the previous meeting were read & ap- proved. The cost of Dinner was Paid by treasurer Cost to each of the Signs present Balance in Treasurer's hands Paid for this Dinner $94.52 60.— 534.52 85.75 5622.37 60.— Balance 5562.37 27I The Secretary read a letter from Brother Scorpio (Church) thanking the Club for their action in placing him on the Honorary Retired List of Signs. The Secretary also read a letter from Brother Gemini, accompanying his gift to the Club of a copy of "The Influ- ence of the Zodiac upon Human Life." On motion it was voted that the Secretary be instructed to inform Brother Gemini of the acceptance of his gift and to express to him the hearty thanks & appreciation of the Signs. Brother Aquarius to be the next caterer, he to select the place and notify the Signs. Brother Aries to be his al- ternate. Adjourned. Leo — Secty. & Treasurer. 4 272 TWO HUNDRED AND TWENTY-SEVENTH MEETING Saturday March 23d 1907 At the Metropolitan Club Present: Aquarius, caterer; Aries, Pisces, Virgo, Tau- rus, Sagittarius, Cancer, Capricornus, Libra, Scorpio, Leo. Absent: Gemini. Menu: Oysters Crab au gumbo Celery — Olives — Radishes — Almonds Boneless terrapin Saddle and ribs of spring lamb, mint sauce Wines: Steinberger Cabinet, 1875 Murdock Madeira, 1822 Balfour Liqueur, Brandy, 1801 Thompson Sherry Clicquot, 1899 Haut Brion, 1890 Fresh string-beans — Pommes pure6 Fresh asparagus, Hollandaise Broiled squab Guinea chicken Romaine salad Camembert cheese — Coffee given by Aquarius given by Sagittarius Metropolitan Club The minutes of the previous meeting were read & ap- proved. The cost of the dinner was Paid by Treasurer Cost to each of the Signs present was Balance in Treasurer's hands Paid for this dinner Balance S106.57 60 — S46.57 S4.23 S562.37 60. 502.37 Brother Aries to be the next caterer, he to select the place & notify the Signs. Adjourned. Leo — Secty. €f Treasurer. 273 TWO HUNDRED AND TWENTY-EIGHTH MEETING At the University Club Saturday April 27th 1907 Present: Aries, caterer; Virgo, Sagittarius, Aquarius, Taurus, Scorpio. Absent: Pisces, Cancer, Capricornus, Gemini, Libra, Leo. Menu: Astrakhan caviar Cape Cod oysters Cream of fresh mushrooms Consomm£ de volaille, Sevigne Hors-d'oeuvre varies Soft clams a l'Ancienne Saddle of spring lamb, mint sauce New lima beans Bermuda potatoes fondant New asparagus, sauce Hollandaise Grapefruit, au Kirsch Spring ducklings — Apple sauce Boston lettuce salad Fresh strawberry parfait Cheese — Coffee Wines: Amontillado Altissimo Rauenthaler Rothenburg, 1893 Krug, 1898 Chateau Mouton, 1870 Brillat Savarin Brandy, 1824 Musigny, 1865 Port, Miles River, 1851 " Tuke Holdsworth, 1870 University Club given by Bro. Scorpio The cost of the dinner was 875.18 Paid by the Treasurer 60. 815.18 Cost to each of the Signs present was %2.ffo Balance in Treasurer's hands Paid for this dinner 5402.37 60. $342.37 Brother Cancer to be the next caterer, he to select the place & notify the Signs: Brother Scorpio to be his alternate. Adjourned. Leo — Secty. & Treas. 274 TWO HUNDRED AND TWENTY-NINTH MEETING Saturday November the 30th 1907 at the Metropolitan Club Present: Cancer, caterer; Sagittarius, Taurus, Scorpio, Virgo, Aries, Leo. Absent: Gemini, Pisces, Capricornus, Aquarius, Libra. Menu: Fresh caviar Grapefruit au Maraschino Chicken gumbo Celery — Olives — Radishes, &c. Boiled pompano, Hollandaise sauce Pommes Windsor Mousse of sweetbread Montmorency Roast young turkey stuffed with chest- nuts Virginia ham braisG Spinach — String-beans a la creme Ruddy duck — Hominy — Samp Celery, mayonnaise Hot home-made mince pie Assorted cheese Coffee Wines: Sercial Madeira, 1816 Royalty Amontillado Veuve Clicquot, dry, 1899 Rauenthaler Berg, Auslese, 1893 LaTache Romanee, 1893 Chateau Margaux, 1893 Brillat Savarin Brandy, 1804 Brother Sagittarius Metropolitan Club The cost of the Dinner was 598.28 Paid by Treasurer 60. $38.28 Cost to each of the Signs present was fS.-jVif Balance in Treasurer's hands 8342.37 Less amount paid for this dinner 60. 8282.37 Bro Scorpio to be the next caterer, he to select the place & the Secretary to notify the Signs; Bro Libra to be his alternate. Adjourned. Leo — Secty. &" Treasurer. 2~5 TWO HUNDRED AND THIRTIETH MEETING Saturday December 28th, at The Harvard Club Present: Scorpio, caterer; Libra, Pisces, Aquarius, Sag- ittarius, Leo, Aries, Cancer, Taurus. Absent: Gemini, Capricornus, Virgo. The "Signs" were so pleased by the beautiful Menu- Card which Brother Scorpio had had made for this dinner, that on a motion by Brother Libra it was ordered that other Cards of a like character be made and the Secty. & Treasurer was directed to pay for same out of funds now in his hands and have one of such Cards sent to each Sign. Wines: Leisler Moselle 1 XXX Sherry Clicquot, '99 Otard Brandy, 1835 Chambertin, '70 Miles River Port, "47 Harvard Club given by Leo " Scorpio The cost of the dinner was £140.90 60. paid by Treasurer The cost to each of the Signs present $80.90 59 Balance in Treasurer's hands Paid for this dinner 8282.37 60. S222.37 The minutes of the 228th and 229th meetings were read and approved. 276 '^t^ynp^tcmto 28,13117 !- French Lanier HOWLAND MlLBURN Walters BOWDOIN Appleton Morgan ''-4 Post Latrobe ROBB L E DYA R D On motion it was ordered that the extra cost of each dinner (over & above the $60. paid to the Caterer by the Treasurer) should not hereafter be paid that evening to the Caterer by the Signs present at each Dinner, but that they should pay the Sccty. & Treasurer their share whenever so advised by the Secty. & Treasurer what that share was. A motion was also unanimously carried directing the Secty. & Treasurer to express to the members of the Har- vard Club the thanks & appreciation of the Zodiacs for the excellent & pleasant dinner they had enjoyed in the former's Club House. Brother Libra to be the next caterer; he to select the place and the Secretary to notify the Signs. Brother Sag- ittarius to be his alternate. Adjourned. Leo Secty. €f Treasurer. 277 TWO HUNDRED AND THIRTY-FIRST MEETING Saturday January 25th at Sherry's Fifth Ave. & 44th Street (Sherry's private apartments) Present: Libra, caterer; Sagittarius, Taurus, Cancer, Leo, Aries, Pisces, Virgo. Absent: Gemini, Capricornus, Aquarius, Scorpio. Menu : Huitres Canadienne Marmite speciale Shad grillee Moutarde Spring lamb a la Brocke Pommes Nouvelles Petits pois, bonne femme Chaudfroid Dandolo Canard tete rouge Salade Savarin aux fruits Fromage Cafe Wines: XXX Sherry Madire Krug, '89 "C. L." Irroy, "80 Lafite, '65 Cognac, Goddard, 1800 Cafe Anglais Pedro Muria Cigars All given by Brother Libra The cost of the Dinner was $120 60 Paid by Treasurer. $60 Cost to each of the Signs present, 87.50 The Treasurer reported that he had paid Tiffany & Co. for the Menus ordered from them as directed and that the 278 I report of the finances of the Club including this evening's dinner was as follows: Balance in Treasurer's hands Jany. 9/08 $580.47 (including Annual dues) 102. — (since deposited) 5682.47 180. Paid Tiffany for menus $502.47 60. Paid for this dinner $442.47 balance The Secretary & Treasurer called the attention of the Signs to the interesting fact that the February Dinner would be the 40th Anniversary of the Club, the Signs having dined together for the first time on the 29th of February, 1868. The celebration of the event was left entirely in the hands of Brother Sagittarius who was appointed Caterer for that evening (Brother Taurus being his alternate), he to select the place, and the Secty. to notify the Signs. Adjourned. Leo — Secty. ey Treasurer. 279 TWO HUNDRED AND THIRTY-SECOND MEETING Saturday February 29th 1908 at The Union Club Present: Leo, caterer; Capricornus, Aries, Cancer, Taurus. Absent: Gemini, Aquarius, Scorpio, Sagittarius, Virgo, Pisces, Libra. Menu: Lynnhaven Bay oysters Green-turtle soup Terrapin Capon brais£ au jus Virginia ham and spinach Fresh artichokes, Hollandaise sauce Punch Canvas- back duck Samp and hominy Salad Fruit pudding Cafe Wines: Veuve Clicquot, sec, 1899 Krug Thompson Sherry Richebourg, 1875 Brillat Savarin Brandy Musigny, 1878 H. St. J. S. East India Sherry, 1838 Superior Alto Douro Port from Union Club presented by Brother Leo The cost of the dinner was 884.39 Paid by Treasurer 60. 824.39 Cost to each of the Signs present was 84.87K Balance in Treasurer's hands §442.47 Paid for this dinner 60. 8382.47 280 The minutes of the last two meetings were read & ap- proved. Owing to illness Brother Sagittarius was unable to act as caterer for the present dinner Brother Leo taking his place. It was however unanimously decided that Brother Sagittarius should act as caterer at the 40th Anniversary of the Club celebration of which was postponed till Saturday November 28th 1908. Brother Capricornus to be the ca- terer for the next meeting (March 28th) he to select the place and the Secretary to notify the Signs: Brother Taurus to be his alternate. Adjourned. Leo — Secty. &" Treasurer. 281 TWO HUNDRED AND THIRTY-THIRD MEETING Saturday March the 28th 1908 at the Union Club Present: Capricornus, caterer; Taurus, Aries, Leo, Sag- ittarius, Aquarius, Cancer. Absent: Gemini, Pisces, Virgo, Libra, Scorpio. Menu: Caviar Oysters Clear green-turtle soup Terrapin Saddle of lamb au jus Celery braise Fresh asparagus, Hollandaise sauce Roast guinea chicken Salade escarole Camembert Ice-cream Cafe Wines: Clos de Vougeot Blanc, 1890 Veuve Clicquot, dry, 1899 Richebourg, 1875 Newton Gordon, 1827 Fine Champagne, Habersham, 1840 East India Sherry from Club presented by Brother Sagittarius The cost of the dinner was 580.21 Paid by Treasurer 60. 820.21 Cost to each of the Signs present was $2. r Y T Balance in Treasurer's hands S382.47 60. 5322.47 The minutes of the last meeting were read and approved. Brother Taurus to be the next Caterer he to select the place, and the Secretary to notify the Signs. Brother Sag- ittarius to be his alternate. Adjourned. Leo Secty. & Treasurer. 282 TWO HUNDRED AND THIRTY-FOURTH MEETING Saturday April the 25th 1908 at the Metropolitan Club Present: Taurus, caterer; Cancer, Aries, Sagittarius. Absent: Aquarius, Gemini, Pisces, Virgo, Capricornus, Scorpio, Leo. Menu: Little-neck clams Fresh asparagus on toast Potage saute Chaudfroid of Spring Duckling Celery — Olives — Radishes — Almonds Salad a la Tosca Boiled Penobscot salmon, Holland- Brie and Gorgonzola cheese aise sauce — New peas Fresh strawberries and ice-cream Rack of spring lamb, mint sauce Cakes — Coffee Tomates farcies — Bermuda potatoes rissolees from Club presented by Brother Taurus Sagittarius Paid by Treasurer towards cost of dinner 860. Actual cost of dinner 49.90 Amount returned to Treasurer $10.10 Balance in Treasurer's hands $322.37 Paid for this dinner 49.90 S272.47 As already noted, Brother Sagittarius to be the next Caterer (celebration of our 40th Anniversary); he to select the place and the Secretary to notify the Signs. Brother Virgo to be his alternate. Adjourned. Taurus — Secty. & Treasurer pro tern. 283 Wines: Sherry Burgundy Moet & Chandon, 1884 Balfour Brandy, 1801 TWO HUNDRED AND THIRTY-FIFTH MEETING Saturday November the 28th 1908 at Sherrys Present: Sagittarius, caterer; Aries, Libra, Cancer, Taurus, Scorpio, Virgo, Pisces, Aquarius, Leo. Absent: Gemini, Capricornus. ZODIAC CLUB In Commemoration of the 40TH Anniversary Sagittarius, Caterer MENU Oysters Gunther Coves Oxtail soup Terrapin Vol-au-vent Financiere Saddle of yearling lamb Pommes rissolees — Petits pois francais Virginia ham aux epinards Canvas-back duck Samp — Fried hominy Fromage — Dessert WINES Morgan Cocktail Chablis Superior Haut Brion, 1890 Musigny, 1870 Clicquot, 1899 Krug, 1900 St. James Sherry Murdock Madeira, 1818 1 Blue Pipe " 1815 \ Louis Philippe Brandy J Pedro Murias Cigars of 1902 from "Sherry's" presented by Brother Sagittarius presented by Brother Libra Balance in Treasurer's hands $272.57 Paid for this dinner 55. 8217.57 284 The minutes of the last meeting were read and approved. The Secretary presented the resignation of Brother Gemini which on motion was accepted and with regret. By unanimous vote Brother Gemini who is one of the orig- inal Signs still living was elected an Honorary Member of the Club. This Meeting being in commemoration of the 40th Anniversary of the Club, the Secretary read a short History of the Club prepared by a former Secretary of the Signs our late Brother Taurus, also extracts from the old minutes with account of the first meeting (Feby. 29th 1868). The next dinner coming the day after Christmas it was decided to postpone that Meeting till Saturday January 2d, 1909. Brother Virgo to be the next caterer he to select the place and the Secretary to notify the Signs; Brother Aqua- rius to be his alternate. Adjourned. Leo — Secty. & Treasurer. 285 TWO HUNDRED AND THIRTY-SIXTH MEETING Saturday January 2d. 1909 at the Metropolitan Club Present: Virgo, caterer; Aries, Aquarius, Sagittarius, Taurus, Cancer, Libra, Capricornus, Scorpio, Leo. Absent: Pisces. Menu: Caviar Cotuit oysters Oxtail a I'Anglaise Celery — Olives — Radishes — Almonds Boned terrapin Saddle of mutton — Jelly Jerusalem artichokes a la creme Pommes Chateau Philadelphia capon stuffed with chestnuts Virginia ham Heart of lettuce, mayonnaise Hot mince pie Cheese — Coffee Wines: Irroy, '84, In magnums presented by Brother Aquarius Miles River Port " Brother Scorpio Cockburn Port Imperial old pale Sherry Cigars, Pedro Murias, 1904 Louis Philippe Brandy Chateau Margaux, 1870 Balance In Treasurer's hands 217.57 Deposits (dues &c.) 340.10 557.67 The cost of this dinner was 130.35 Paid by the Treasurer 55. leaving 75.35 or S7.53K as cost to each of the Signs present. The Minutes of the last Meeting were read and approved. Brother Aquarius to be the next caterer, he to select the place and the Secretary to notify the Signs. Brother Aries to be his alternate. Adjourned. Leo — Secty. €f Treasurer. 286 TWO HUNDRED AND THIRTY-SEVENTH MEETING Saturday January 30th 1909 at Sherry's Present: Aquarius, caterer; Sagittarius, Taurus, Virgo, Aries, Cancer, Scorpio, Leo. Absent: Pisces, Libra, Capricornus. Menu: Huitres Points d'asperges sur toast Potage oxtail Jambon Virginie diable Terrapin au naturel Salade d'endive riche Pintade grille Flan aux pommes Petits pois — Carrots — Onions et Laitue Cafe Wines: Krug, 1900 Clicquot, 1899 > All from Sherry's Chateau Margaux, 1877 ] Balance in Treasurer's hands 502.67 Cost of this dinner 5165.64 Less paid by Treasurer 55. $110.64 or S13. cost to each of the Signs present. The Minutes of the last Meeting were read and approved. The following verses by Brother Virgo and composed by him in answer to the notice of this dinner were ordered to be inscribed upon the Minutes: "Sister Virgo with pleasure Will come to the Dance She will tread you a measure That your Soul will entrance Will you wish to chastise her? For hugging you so? Why not then re-baptize her Since she's misnamed Virgo? She will eat things delicious She will drink Vintage Wine And with Arms meretricious Her dear Charlie entwine." 287 Mr. William Bayard Cutting was elected at this meeting to take the Sign of Gemini, vacant by the resignation of Mr. Edwin A. Post. Brother Aries to be the next caterer he to select the place, and the Secretary to notify the Signs; Brother Scorpio to be his alternate. Adjourned. Leo — Secty. & Treasurer. 288 TWO HUNDRED AND THIRTY-EIGHTH MEETING Saturday March 27th 1909 at The University Club (No meeting was held in February owing to the absence from town and illness of a large number of the Signs.) Present: Scorpio, caterer; Sagittarius, Cancer, Leo. Absent: Taurus, Capricornus, Aquarius, Virgo, Aries, Pisces, Libra, Gemini. Menu: Astrakhan caviar Gunther Cove oysters Sorrel a la Francaise Varies — Hors-d'oeuvre North Carolina shad and roe broiled Maitre d'Hotel Sliced tomatoes Philadelphia capon boned and roasted New peas Bermuda potato rissolees New asparagus, sauce Hollandaise Cold Virginia ham Alligator pear and lettuce salad Fresh strawberry pudding, maras- chino sauce Cheese — Coffee Wines: Sherry Veuve Clicquot, 1899 Pol Roger, 1898 Brandy, 1835 Musigny, 1865 Miles River Port, '57 University Club Brother Scorpio Balance in Treasurer's hands £447.62 §5.30 received Cost of this dinner §54.70 back by Treasurer. Paid by Treasurer 60. The minutes of the last meeting were read and approved. Brother Cancer was appointed to be the next caterer, he to select the place and the Secretary to notify the Signs; Brother Aries to be his alternate. Adjourned. Leo — Secty. & Treasurer. 289 TWO HUNDRED AND THIRTY-NINTH MEETING Saturday April the 24th 1909 at the Metropolitan Club Present: Cancer, caterer; Sagittarius, Aries, Scorpio, Taurus. Absent: Gemini, Leo, Pisces, Virgo, Aquarius, Libra, Capricornus. Menu: Fresh caviar Mashed potatoes a la creme au gratin Little-neck clams Endive salad * Oxtail a la Francaise Fresh asparagus, Hollandaise sauce Boiled Penobscot salmon, Hoi- and melted butter landaise sauce — New peas Assorted cheese Mousse of sweetbreads Strawberries and ice-cream — Cakes Fresh mushrooms a la creme Coffee Roast squab Guinea chicken The wines were Clicquot of '99 from the Club and various other wines donated by Brother Sagittarius and Brother Taurus. Balance in Treasurer's hands 8392.92 Cost of this dinner & paid by Treasurer 40.08 Brother Aries was appointed the next caterer, he to select the place and the Secretary to notify the Signs; Brother Libra to be his alternate. Adjourned. Leo — Secty. & Treasurer. 290 TWO HUNDRED AND FORTIETH MEETING Saturday November 27th 1909 at the University Club Present: Aries, caterer; Sagittarius, Libra, Virgo, Aqua- rius, Scorpio, Cancer, Leo. Absent: Capricornus, Taurus, Pisces, Gemini. Menu: Oysters Green-turtle soup Crab flakes and oyster-crabs a la Dewey Fresh mushrooms broiled, on toast Canvas-back duck — Hominy Celery salad a l'Universite Hot mince pie Bisque Victoria — Cheese Coffee Wines: Amontillado, 1844 Miles River Port, 1850 Johannisberger Krug, 1898 Chambertin, 1889 Brandy, 1847 Brother Aquarius Scorpio University Club Balance in Treasurer's hands 8252.84 Cost of this dinner $104.11 Less paid by Treasurer 60. $44.11 or S5.51 to each of the Signs present. The minutes of the two last Meetings were read and approved. Brother Libra was appointed caterer for the next meet- ing the date of which was changed by unanimous consent from Saturday December 25th to Monday December 27th; he to select the place and the Secretary to notify the Signs. Brother Virgo to be his alternate. Adjourned. Leo — Secty. & Treasurer. 291 TWO HUNDRED AND FORTY-FIRST MEETING Monday December the 27th at Sherrys Present: Libra, caterer; Virgo, Aquarius, Cancer, Leo, Taurus, Scorpio, Aries, Sagittarius. Absent: Gemini, Capricornus, Pisces. Menu : Salade Florentine — Huitres Points d'asperges sur toast Oxtail a I'Anglaise Canvas-back ducks Terrapin Duchesse Plum pudding Langue de veau Mornay Fruit — Cafe Haricots de Lima — Pommes Hollandaise Wines: Moet & Chandon, '93, cuvee '81 Musigny, 1865 Sherry, No. XXX Krug, 1898, Bass Rock Farm Madeira, Forget-me-not Cafe Anglais Brandy, L. P. B., 1797 Pedro Muria Cigars (large) All presented by Brother Libra Balance in hands of Treasurer after paying for last dinner $192.40 Annual dues (12 ® $30.) 360.— Present balance $552.40 The minutes of the last Meeting were read & approved. Brother Virgo was appointed caterer for the next Meet- ing, he to select the place, and the Secretary to notify the Signs: Brother Scorpio to be his alternate. Adjourned. Leo — Sectry. & Treasurer. 292 Cost of this dinner $193.25 Less amt. paid by Treasurer 60. $133.25 or $14. jVo paid each of the Signs present. TWO HUNDRED AND FORTY-SECOND MEETING Saturday January 29th 1910 at Sherrys Present: Virgo, caterer; Libra, Sagittarius, Aquarius, Taurus, Scorpio, Capricornus, Cancer, Leo. Absent: Pisces, Gemini, Aries. Menu: Oysters — Florentine salad Potage Brunoise Shad grillee Agneau roti Lima beans — Pommes Poussins de pintade Salade Peches de serre flambee Fruits — Cafe Wines: Krug, '98 Musigny, 1870 Bass Rock Farm Champagne Madeira Blandy Sercial, 1818 Louis Philippe Brandy All from Sherry's presented by the Caterer Balance in Treasurer's hands $492.40 Cost of this dinner $195.45 Less paid by Treasurer 60. 135.45 or S15.05 to each of the Signs present. The minutes of the last Meeting were read and approved. A beautiful old English Silver Tankard was presented by the Signs at this meeting to their Secretary & Treasurer, and on motion of Brother Libra it was voted that Brother Taurus prepare the following minute in regard thereto: 293 "On the occasion of this dinner The Signs took great " pleasure in presenting to Brother Leo (J. Hampden Robb) " their Secretary & Treasurer A Silver Tankard as a token of "their grateful appreciation & affection." It was further voted on motion of Brother Libra, that the Records of the Club since its formation be compiled and published, that 100 volumes of such publication be printed & that Brother Taurus & Brother Leo be charged with the matter. Brother Scorpio was appointed caterer for the next meeting, he to select the place and the Secretary to notify the Signs. Brother Sagittarius to be his alternate. Adjourned. Leo — Secty. & Treasurer. 294 TWO HUNDRED AND FORTY-THIRD MEETING Saturday February the 26th at the Harvard Club Present: Scorpio, caterer; Sagittarius, Aquarius, Virgo, Cancer, Capricornus, Leo. Absent: Libra, Taurus, Aries, Gemini. The Menu on a beautifully engrossed card which Brother Scorpio had made is as follows: Menu: Caviar Lynnhaven oysters Petite marmite Terrapin Vol-au-vent of sweetbreads Roast sucking pig Bermuda potatoes Boned squab-pigeons Flageolet beans Pate de foie gras Endive salade Gateau St. Honore Coffee Wines: Sherry Krug, in magnums Nuits, 1889 Louis Philippe Brandy Chateau Brandin Cigars All from Caterer Balance in the hands of Treasurer S432.40 Cost of this Dinner S122.95 or S8.97 to each Less paid by Treasurer 60. of the Signs present. 62.95 Before reading the minutes the Secretary announced the death of Brother Pisces, & as customary, the Signs drank to his memory standing and in silence. 295 The Minutes of the last Meeting were then read and approved. Brother Leo was appointed caterer for the next meeting he to select the place and the Secretary to notify the Signs: Brother Sagittarius to be his alternate. Adjourned. Leo — Secty. & Treasurer. 296 TWO HUNDRED AND FORTY-FOURTH MEETING Saturday April 2d at The Union Club (This meeting should have been held on March 26th, but was postponed owing to the absence at that time from the City of most of the Signs.) Present: Leo, caterer; Sagittarius, Virgo, Cancer, Aries, Scorpio. Absent: Libra, Aquarius, Capricornus, Taurus, Gemini. Menu: Seapuit oysters Fresh asparagus, Hollandaise Clear green turtle Roast boneless jumbo squab Bisque of soft clams Virginia ham Terrapin, Union Club Pate de foie gras en croQte Saddle of spring lamb Florentine Chiffonnade salad New peas au beurre Assorted cheese Wines: Krug, 1900 Clicquot, 1900 Moet & Chandon, '89 Very old Cognac Vierge LaTour Blanche, '74, and Romanee, '68 Union Club From the Caterer Balance in Treasurer's hands 5372.40 Cost of this Dinner $89.70 or $4.95 to each Less paid by Treasurer 60. of the Signs present. 829.70 The minutes of the last meeting were read & approved. Brother Sagittarius was appointed caterer for the next meeting he to select the place, and the Secretary to notify the Signs: Brother Cancer to be his alternate. Adjourned. Leo — Secty. & Treasurer. 297 TWO HUNDRED AND FORTY-FIFTH MEETING Saturday April 30th 1910 at The Metropolitan Club Present: Sagittarius, caterer; Aries, Cancer, Scorpio, Virgo, Leo. Absent: Libra, Aquarius, Capricornus, Taurus, Gemini. Menu: Hors-d'oeuvre varies Fresh asparagus, Hollandaise and Cotuit oysters melted butter Oxtail a la Francaise Pate de foie gras Boiled Penobscot salmon, Hollandaise Hearts of lettuce Vol-au-vent a I'Andalouse Assorted cheese Spring lamb, mint sauce Savarin au rhum panache New peas — Stuffed green peppers Coffee Wines: Krug of "98, and Musigny, '87 Murdock Madeira of 1817 and Cafe Anglais Brandy of 1797 Metropolitan Club From Sagittarius Balance in Treasurer's hands 5312.40 Cost of this Dinner S72.49 or Sl.^Vo t0 eacn °f Signs present. Less paid by Treasurer 60. S12.49 The minutes of the last Meeting were read & approved, and Brother Cancer was appointed caterer for the next meet- ing; he to select the place, and the Secretary to notify the Signs: Brother Taurus to be his alternate. Adjourned. Leo — Secty. &" Treasurer. 298 TWO HUNDRED AND FORTY-SIXTH MEETING Saturday November the 26th at The Metropolitan Club Present: Cancer, caterer; Capricornus, Scorpio, Sagit- tarius, Virgo, Aquarius, Leo, Aries. Absent: Gemini, Taurus, Libra. Menu : Fresh caviar — Cotuit oysters Oxtail a la Francaise Celery — Olives — Radishes — Almonds Broiled chicken-halibut, Egg and Hol- landaise sauce Fried oyster-crabs — Tomatoes en sur- prise Roast suckling pig, presented by Brother Scorpio — Apple sauce Grilled sweet potatoes — Broiled fresh mushrooms Golden plover sur canape Celery and pineapple salad Hot mince pie — Pumpkin pie Cheese and coffee Wines: Clicquot, 1899 (English) Amontillado Sherry Haut Brion, 1899 LaTache Romanee, 1889 Martell Brandy, 1835 Metropolitan Club Balance in hands of Treasurer $252.40 (Total cost of dinner 76.19) Less paid for this dinner 55. or $2.65 to each of the Signs present. S197.40 The Minutes of the last meeting were read & approved. It was voted, that as the next regular Dinner of the Club fell on New Year's Eve, that same should be postponed for one week, and given on Saturday January 7th 191 1. Brother Taurus was appointed caterer for the next meet- ing, he to select the place, and the Secretary to notify the Signs. Adjourned. Leo — Secty. ey Treasurer. 29.) TWO HUNDRED AND FORTY-SEVENTH MEETING Saturday January 7th 1911 at Union Club Present: Taurus, caterer; Libra, Cancer, Virgo, Capri- cornus, Aquarius, Sagittarius. Absent: Leo, Scorpio, Gemini, Aries. Menu: Canapes of fresh caviar Cape Cod oysters Crab gumbo Celery — Olives — Radishes Salted almonds Terrapin, Union Club Leg of hothouse lamb Menagere New string-beans saute Roast canvas-back ducks Fried hominy — Currant jelly Garcia salad Pears a la Richelieu Camembert cheese Special coffee Liqueurs Wines: Martini cocktails Amontillado Passado Pol Roger, 1892 Krug, private cuvee, extra sec, 1889 News of the serious illness of Bro. Leo was received with great regret. Bro. Libra presented the Signs with handsome table linen, embroidered with the Signs of the Zodiac, the linen being first used at this dinner. Bro. Virgo was appointed to make a suitable acknowledgment of this gift to the donor expressing the thanks of the Signs. Total cost of dinner 8103.45 Paid from Treasury 55. Share of each person $6.92 48.45 Bro. Sagittarius appointed caterer for the next dinner. Adjourned. Scorpio — Acting Secretary & Treasurer. 300 No dinner was held on Saturday January 28 191 1, owing to the death of Bro. Leo which occurred on January 2 1 St. James Hampden Robb was born on November 23, 1847. He became a mem- ber of The Zodiac in 1890 taking the Sign of Leo and succeeding Gen. Edward E. Potter, the Founder. Col. Robb studied at Harvard. Being obliged by ill health to leave the Uni- versity before taking a degree, he received a Bachelor's degree in the last week of his life which caused him to express great satisfaction to know that his name would thereafter be enrolled among Harvard men. He leaves an honorable name and one well known for the numerous public offices he has held, among them being State Senator, Park Commissioner, Chief of Staff 1st Brigade N. G. N. Y. He has served The Zodiac as Secretary and Treasurer since 1905. As in the sky The Zodiac borders the path of the Sun, here on earth it may justly be said Bro. Leo was the Constellation around which the other Signs traveled in a well arranged and pleasant path. Whoever of the Signs succeeds him in office will be fortunate to attain to any degree the success and respect which Brother Leo commanded and enjoyed. 301 TWO HUNDRED AND FORTY-EIGHTH MEETING Saturday, February 25th 1911, at Metropolitan Club Present: Sagittarius, caterer; Cancer, Capricornus, Tau- rus, Scorpio, Virgo. Absent: Aries, Gemini, Aquarius, Libra. Menu : Fresh caviar Cotuit oysters Oxtail a la Francaise Planked shad Boneless terrapin Fresh asparagus Broiled breasts of Philadelphia chicken Roast Wiltshire ham Pate de foie gras — Salad Camembert and Gorgonzola cheeses Chateau Yquem, 1874 Champagne Veuve Clicquot, 1899 Chateau Haut Brion, 1890 Clos de Vougeot, 1887 Murdock Madeira, 1822 Balfour Brandy, 1801 The wines all from the cellar of Bro. Sagittarius, the caterer for the evening. The death of Bro. Leo, James Hampden Robb, was referred to with much feeling and a toast was drunk to his memory, all standing and in silence. On motion Bro. Scorpio was chosen to be Secretary and Treasurer to succeed Bro. Leo who had held the office since November 25, 1905. Total cost of dinner $77.41 Paid from Treasury 50. — Share of each person $4.57 Adjourned. Scorpio, — Secretary and Treasurer. 302 g5? 9? //A TWO HUNDRED AND FORTY-NINTH MEETING Saturday March 25th at Metropolitan Club Present: Virgo, caterer; Aquarius, Aries, Cancer, Scor- pio, Sagittarius. Absent: Taurus, Gemini, Libra, Capricornus. Wines: Clicquot, 1899— Louis Philippe Brandy— Haut Brion, 1899 The minutes of the last meeting were read and approved. There being two vacancies in the membership, Mr. Joseph H. Choate and Mr. Nelson W. Aldrich were proposed and each received the unanimous vote of the Signs present. The absent Signs being informed and their consent and approval being had Mr. Choate and Mr. Aldrich were duly notified of their election and the Secretary received from each of these gentlemen a note to say that he accepted with pleas- ure the invitation to join the Signs. Mr. Choate takes the place and Sign of Leo succeeding the late Mr. James Hampden Robb. Mr. Aldrich takes the place and Sign of Pisces succeeding the late Mr. Seth Barton French. Total cost of the dinner S70.80 Share of each person 83.46 Paid from Treasury 50. Aries to be caterer for April dinner. Adjourned. Menu: Cotuit oysters Fresh asparagus, Hollandaise sauce Squab-chicken Metropolitan Potage saute Planked shad and roe Rack of spring lamb Green peas — Bermuda potatoes Romaine salad Nesselrode pudding Scorpio — Secretary ey Treasurer. 3«3 TWO HUNDRED AND FIFTIETH MEETING Saturday April 29, 1911 at The Brook Present: Aries, caterer; Cancer, Gemini, Leo, Pisces, Sagittarius, Taurus, Scorpio, Virgo. Absent: Aquarius, Capricornus, Libra. Menu : Caviar Pate de foie gras en croOte Cotuit oysters Escarole salad Sorrel soup Apple pie a I'Anglaise Wild trout American cheese Capon a la Brook Lemon ice Bermuda potatoes — Green peas Coffee The wines were Veuve Clicquot 1899 and Pichon Longue- ville 1893 — For a liqueur the Caterer offered "Methe- glen" an ancient product of Honey made in New Jersey and celebrated we are told in the annals of the Yale Alumni. After duly tasting this Cordial some of the heroes present called for Brandy. The minutes of the previous meeting were read and approved. The meeting was notable by reason of the first attend- ance of the two Signs recently elected, Brothers Leo and Pisces. To each of them was presented for a souvenir a menu card illustrated with the Signs and names of the mem- bers, in color. Total cost of the dinner $143— Paid from Treasury $60 Share of each Sign present $9.22. The Secretary to be caterer for November. Adjourned. Scorpio — Secry & Treasurer. 304 TWO HUNDRED AND FIFTY-FIRST MEETING Saturday November 25th 1911, at Metropolitan Club Present: Virgo, Aquarius, Cancer, Taurus, Leo, Libra, Sagittarius, Pisces. Absent: Aries, Capricornus, Gemini, Scorpio. Menu : Caviar Cotuit oysters Oxtail soup Boiled chicken-halibut Mousse of sweetbreads Fresh mushrooms Roast capon stuffed with chestnuts Virginia ham — Spinach Salad — Hot mince pie — Pumpkin pie Wines: Krug 1898, magnums Haut Brion Madeira, supplied by Bro. Sagittarius Bro. Scorpio, Secretary and Treasurer, having sailed abroad today for the winter asks leave of absence and re- ports that Bro. Cancer has consented to act as Secretary pro tern in his absence. The Treasurer makes the following statement for the Season 1910-191 1 . Received from the Estate of Mr. J. Hampden Robb, balance in his hands as Treasurer $582.13 Sundry dues from Signs, their share of dinners &c. 129.03 $711.16 Cost of four dinners less share of Signs 356.43 Illuminated Menu cards 35. Leather Box for Records 10. Balance forward 309.73 $711.16 Cost of dinner $89.86 Libra caterer for Dec'r. — Adjourned. Cancer — Secretary pro tern. 305 TWO HUNDRED AND FIFTY-SECOND MEETING Saturday December 23 1911 at Sherrys Present: Libra, caterer; Pisces, Gemini, Cancer, Tau- rus, Virgo, Sagittarius, Aquarius, Leo. Absent: Aries, Capricornus, Scorpio. Moet & Chandon, 1893 Musigny, 1877 Mouton Rothschild, 1875 Forget-me-not Madeira Constitution Madeira Cost of dinner, $175 Virgo caterer for January. Adjourned. Menu Oysters Potage chiffonnade Terrapin a la Morgan Suckling pig Cailles Louisiana Canvas-backs Ice-cream — Fruit, etc. Wines Duminy, 1884 Cancer — Secretary pro tern. r 306 TWO HUNDRED AND MEETING FIFTY-THIRD Saturday January 27 1912, at Metropolitan Club Present: Virgo, caterer; Pisces, Aquarius, Sagittarius, Cancer, Capricornus, Taurus, Gemini, Leo. Absent: Libra, Aries, Scorpio. Menu: Fresh caviar Broiled mushrooms Cotuit oysters Capon stuffed with chestnuts Oxtail soup Virginia ham Boneless terrapin Cheese Spring lamb Wines: Krug, 1898 Lafite, 1878 Cost of dinner $122.01 Capricornus caterer for February. Adjourned. Cancer — Secretary pro tern. 307 TWO HUNDRED AND FIFTY-FOURTH MEETING Saturday February 24, 1912 at Sherrys Present: Capricornus, caterer; Leo, Virgo, Cancer, Sagittarius, Taurus. Absent: Aquarius, Pisces, Aries, Gemini, Libra, Scorpio. Menu: Petites canapes Celery-fed fowl a la Walters Oysters Samp — Celery Oxtail soup Strawberry ice-cream Terrapin Fruits Supreme de volaille Wines: Krug, 1898 Chateau Haut Brion, '81 Cost of dinner S30.00 : Sagittarius caterer for March. Adjourned. Cancer— Secretary pro tern. 308 TWO HUNDRED AND FIFTY-FIFTH MEETING Saturday March 30, 1912 at Sherrys Present: Sagittarius, caterer; Aquarius, Taurus, Can- cer, Virgo. Absent: Libra, Scorpio, Aries, Capricornus, Leo, Pisces. Menu: Oysters Asperges, Hollandaise Oxtail soup Supreme de volaille Pascal Fish Salade Timbale Sherry Cheese — Fruit Wines: Clicquot, 1899 Musigny, 1865 Haut Brion, 1881 Cost of Dinner £91. The Signs heard with deep regret of the sudden death on March i of Bro. Gemini, Mr. William Bayard Cutting. He was elected a Member of The Zodiac Jan. 30, 1909. A toast to his memory was drunk, all standing. Taurus caterer for April. Adjourned. Cancer — Secretary pro tem. 309 TWO HUNDRED AND FIFTY-SIXTH MEETING Saturday April 27th 1912, at Sherrys Present: Taurus, caterer; Sagittarius, Aquarius, Leo, Virgo, Capricornus, Cancer. Absent: Libra, Scorpio, Aries, Pisces. Menu : Cape Cod oysters Supreme de pintade Pascal Potage sautS Asperges nouvelle, sauce Hollandaise Sole Anglaise Fromages assortis Ris de veau aux champi- Fruits gnons Wines: Moet & Chandon. 1898 Clicquot, 1899 Haut Brion, 1881 Cost of dinner S128.05. The Secretary to be caterer for first Dinner next Season. Adjourned. Cancer — Secretary pro tern. 310 TWO HUNDRED AND FIFTY-SEVENTH MEETING Saturday November 30th 1912, at Sherrys Present: Scorpio, caterer; Virgo, Aquarius, Leo, Taurus, Cancer, Capricornus. Absent: Pisces, Aries, Libra, Sagittarius. Menu: Smith Island oysters Butterballs boned and grilled Chiffonnade a la creme Charlotte meringue Terrapin Morgan Fruit Timbale a la Bouton Coffee Wines: Kmg, 1898 Musigny, 1870 Leoville Lascassar, '80 Bro. Scorpio expressed his thanks to Bro. Cancer for his kindness in acting as Secretary pro tern last season. The Secretary made the following statement of the treasury : SEASON 1911-1912 Balance brought forward $310.13 Annual dues 360. Due from Signs, their share of cost of dinners 275.92 946.05 Total cost of dinners 635.92 Balance forward S310.13 The Secretary read a letter received from Mr. Charles P. Howland, the son of Judge Henry E. Howland, Bro. Aries, informing the Signs of the precarious condition of Judge Howland's health and requesting that his resignation 3ii from The Zodiac be presented, together with the regret of Judge Howland's family that this action has become necessary. On motion the resignation of Judge Howland was accepted with great regret and the Secretary instructed to so inform Mr. Charles P. Howland. Bro. Leo was appointed caterer for the next dinner, the place to be Sherrys, on December 28th. Adjourned. Total cost of dinner Paid from Treasury Share of each present 9.02 S113.10 SO.— J63.10 Scorpio Secy, and Treasurer. 312 TWO HUNDRED AND FIFTY-EIGHTH MEETING Saturday December 28, 1912, at Sherry's Rooms Present: Leo, caterer; Aquarius, Taurus, Virgo, Libra, Scorpio, Pisces. Menu: Huitres Tortue verte Shad grillee Noisette d'agneau Morgan Pommes — Aubergines Cailles roties Celery, mayonnaise Meringue Florentine Gateaux — Fruits Cafe Wines: Krug, 1898 — Musigny, '70 — Haut Brion, '81 The minutes of previous meeting were read and approved. On motion of Bro. Libra, Mr. Robert Bacon was pro- posed for membership to fill the vacancy caused by the death of Mr. W. Bayard Cutting. On motion of Bro. Leo, Rev'd Henry van Dyke was pro- posed for membership to fill the vacancy caused by the res- ignation of Judge Henry E. Howland. Each of these gentlemen received the unanimous vote of the Signs present and were declared elected subject to the consent and approval of the absent Signs, Brothers Sag- ittarius and Cancer. Such consent and approval being sub- sequently had Mr. Bacon and Dr. van Dyke were duly noti- fied and each signified his acceptance of the invitation to join The Zodiac. Mr. Bacon to take the place and Sign of Gemini, Dr. van Dyke to take the place and Sign of Aries. The Secretary records the wish of the Signs at this meeting that he should take the place of the late Bro. Leo, Mr. J. Hampden Robb, on a Committee appointed at the 313 meeting January 29, 1910 charged with compiling and pub- lishing the records of The Zodiac. Bro. Taurus is the other member of this Committee. On motion the date of the next Dinner was fixed for February first instead of Jan'y. 25th, for the better accommo- dation of several Signs. Total cost of this Dinner J120.5S. Share of each Sign present 10.08 Bro. Virgo was appointed caterer for the next Dinner, he to appoint the place and the Secretary to notify the Signs. Adjourned. Scorpio — Secry. eY Treasurer. 314 TWO HUNDRED AND FIFTY-NINTH MEETING Saturday, February first, 1913, at Sherry's Present: Virgo, caterer; Scorpio, Sagittarius, Capricor- nus, Aries, Taurus, Gemini, Cancer, Leo. Menu: Smith Islands Pigeonneau saute sur canap§ Potage Borsch Salade fines herbes Terrapin Morgan St. Honore frappe Selle d'agneau Fruit Pommes, Hollandaise — Haricots verts Caf§ Wines: Cocktails, D. S. E. • Krug, '98 Haut Brion, '83 Musigny, '70 Louis Philippe Brandy The minutes were read and approved. A menu card ornamented with the signs of the zodiac in color was presented to Bro Aries and to Bro Gemini to note their first appearance among the Signs, and their healths were duly proposed and drunk. Bro. Virgo proposed and all drank to the health of the absent Signs Bros. Aquarius, Libra and Pisces. Bro Aries shed a new and goodly ray in this fashion: "SAGITTARIUS." " Life is an arrow, therefore you must know "What mark to aim at, how to use the bow, "Then draw it to the head and let it go." 315 The Secretary read the following order of the Signs which he had received from Mr. William A. Burnham: (March) (April) (May) "The Ram, the Bull, the Golden Twins (June) (July) "And next to Crab the Lion shines (August) (September) "The Virgin and the Scales (October) (November) (December) "The Scorpion, Archer and the Goat (January) "The man who holds the water pot (February) "And Fish with glistening tails." The Secretary was instructed to have a new plate en- graved for the dinner notices as the stationery is all used and the old plate is not in hand, the words in the heading below the seal to be "The Zodiac." On motion the date of the next dinner is fixed for March first instead of February 22nd. Bro Capricornus is appointed caterer for the next dinner he to select the place and the Secretary to notify the Signs. Total cost of this dinner S189.05 Share of each Sign present 14.34 Adjourned. Scorpio — Secry & Treasurer. 316 TWO HUNDRED AND SIXTIETH MEETING Saturday, March 1st, 1913, at Sherry's Present: Capricornus, caterer; Taurus, Gemini, Cancer, Leo, Virgo, Sagittarius. Menu: Huitres Potage oxtail Terrapin Morgan Langue de veau Mornay Haricots verts — Pommes sautees Supreme de pintade Pascal Salade Mousse au fraises Fruit Cafe Wines: Krug, 1898 Haut Brion, 1881 Musigny, 1870 Barnum's Hotel Madeira, 1832 contributed by Capricornus Old Bignon, 1800, Brandy It was noted that this is the 45th anniversary of the founding of The Zodiac on February 29th, 1868. On motion, the date of the next dinner is fixed for March 29th. Bro. Taurus is appointed caterer, he to select the place and the Secretary to notify the Signs. The secretary being absent Bro. Capricornus kept the record. Total cost of this dinner $143.40 Share of each Sign present $10.43 Adjourned. Scorpio — Secretary and Treasurer. 3*7 TWO HUNDRED AND SIXTY-FIRST MEETING Saturday, March 29th, 1913, at Sherry's Present: Taurus, caterer; Leo, Gemini, Cancer, Scor- pio, Sagittarius. The minutes of the previous two meetings were read and approved. The Secretary read some letters received by him from London in reply to inquiries sent concerning a Society reputed to exist in London called the Zodiac Club mention of which is found in our own records years ago. No light is thrown as yet on the subject, every likely covert, as our correspondent puts it, having been drawn blank and enquiries having been made in all directions save Scotland Yard ! Bro Libra's health was drunk with many wishes for his speedy recovery. The Secretary was instructed to cable him that the Signs dining together had drunk his health and sent their love and wishes for many returns of his approaching Birthday. On motion the date of the next din- ner is fixed for April 19th. Bro Gemini appointed caterer, he to select the place and the Secretary to notify the Signs. Total cost of this dinner S140.85, Share of each Sign present S13.48 Menu: Huitres Kingfish grillee Ris de veau aux petits pois Cochon de lait Pommes — Compote de pommes Asperges, sauce Radford Turban Marie Louise Gateaux — Fruit — Caf6 Wines: Krug, '98 — Haut Brion, '81 — Chambertin, '70 Scorpio, — Secretary and Treasurer. 318 No dinner was given on Saturday, April iQth owing to the death of Bro. Libra, Mr. J. Pierpont Morgan, at Rome, Italy on March 31st. 3n flDemodam, % pierpont Morgan "THE COMMODORE HAS COME TO PORT." And is he dead ? He was a living power. When markets reeled and cities were aquake, Through the long night with ready brain awake, He toiled and calmed the world; that anxious hour Like a strong tower, square to all winds, he stood, Silent, but in the utterance of truth. Still gifted with the single heart of youth, His credit grew, made strong in rectitude. Wisdom he joined to right with artless skill To evil minds he was enigma still. Silence the snarling dogs of petty spite! — The empty envies of the baser sort! Honor the man who ruled by royal right! Dip flags, the Commodore has come to port ! —Right Rev. William Boyd-Carpenter. 319 •f TWO HUNDRED AND SIXTY-SECOND MEETING Saturday November 29th, 1913, at Sherry's Present: Aquarius, caterer; Leo, Taurus, Pisces. Menu: Wines: Lynnhaven oysters Mulligatawny soup Terrapin boned au naturel Turkey farci Pommes dorees grillees Chateau Haut Brion, 1881 Krug, 1898 Total cost of dinner Share of each sign present Haricots verts a la creme Fromage Poires flambees Fruit Coffee 867.50 SI. 88 Owing to the Secretary's absence through illness the minutes were not read. The statement of the Treasury is as follows — Season 1912-13 — Balance brought forward Annual Dues Due from Signs, share of din- ners Loan by Treasurer 8310.13 Total cost of dinners 360.00 Tiffany a/c illuminated menus, new invitation plate 417.00 Stenographer copying records 500.00 Repaid Treasurer's loan 81,587.13 Balance on hand 8706.95 83.50 133.44 500.00 163.24 81,587.13 Bro. Leo was appointed caterer for the next dinner, he to appoint the place and the Secretary to notify the Signs. Mr. John Pierpont Morgan Junior was elected to take the place and sign of Libra lately held by his Father. Adjourned. Scorpio — Secretary and Treasurer. 320 No dinner was given on Saturday December 27th, owing to the death of Bro. Sagittarius, Mr. George Sullivan Bow- doin, which occurred at his residence on Park Avenue De- cember sixteenth in his 81st \ ear. His membership dates from February 28th, 1880. Dur- ing the thirty four years, he has been a most active member, showing great interest in the welfare of The Zodiac — being a constant attendant at dinners and a generous contributor to the enjoyment of the company,. His departure makes a great gap in the Signs. After a long life of honor and use- fulness he leaves a great number of friends and associates to hold his memory in affection and esteem. TWO HUNDRED AND SIXTY-THIRD MEETING Saturday, January 31st, 1914 at Sherry's Present: Scorpio, caterer; Aquarius, Pisces, Gemini, Virgo. Minutes of previous meetings were read and approved. The Secretary announced the death on November 7th last of Judge Henry Elias Howland a former member of The Zodiac. On motion, the following minute was adopted: "The Signs have heard with regret of the death of their former Brother Sign Aries. He was elected in February 1 90 1, taking the place made vacant by the death of Mr. J. W. Clendennin one of the Original Members of The Zodiac and continued an active member until his resignation in 191 2 on account of failing health. Judge Howland was well known as a lawyer and of great repute as an after dinner speaker. It is pleasant to recall the many occasions on which he has entertained the Signs at dinner with anecdote and reminiscence." Menu: Oysters Potage Ma Cousine Kingfish laitiere Meuniere Chapon farci desosse Haricots verts Gelinotte sur canapes Salade Gateaux St. Honor6 Fruits Cafe Wines: Krug, 1898 Chambertin, 1865 322 The Secretary announced that Mr. J. P. Morgan, Junior, had accepted the invitation to join The Zodiac. Mr. Henry P. Davison being proposed for membership received the unanimous vote of those present in his favor. The consent of the absent Signs being subsequently had Mr. Davison who is now abroad has been informed of his election to take the place and Sign of Sagittarius vacant by the death of Mr. George S. Bowdoin. It was agreed that the next dinners should be on the last Fridays in the months to suit the convenience of several Signs. Bro Gemini, caterer for the next dinner, he to appoint the place and the Secretary to notify the Signs. Total cost of this dinner $82.85 Share of each Sign present 4.57 Adjourned. Scorpio — Secretary and Treasurer. 323 TWO HUNDRED AND SIXTY-FOURTH MEETING Friday February 27th, 1914, at Sherry's Present: Gemini, caterer; Taurus, Virgo. Menu: Oysters Supreme de pintade Potage Gemini Salade Bass rayS Bonne Femme Pouding Roman Selle d'agneau Fruits Haricots de Lima Caf£ Pommes fondantes Wines: Krug, 1898 Haut Brion, 1881 Chambertin, 1865 Total cost of dinner 558.10 Share of each Sign 0. The Secretary being absent Bro. Gemini kept the min- utes. Scorpio — Secretary & Treasurer. TWO HUNDRED AND SIXTY-FIFTH MEETING Friday, March 27th, 1914, at Sherry's Present: Scorpio, caterer; Aquarius, Taurus, Gemini, Virgo, Libra, Capricornus. Menu: Huitres Potage Cultivateur Sole anglaise, Bercy Ris de veau pique Baron d'agneau Petits pois — Pommes rissolettes Salade Fromage Pouding Romanoff Fruits Cafe Wines: Krug. '98 Haut Brion, '81 Chambertin, '65 The Secretary read a letter from Bro. Aries, now U. S. Minister at The Hague, requesting permission to withdraw from membership on account of probable absence from Amer- ica for some time. On motion the resignation was accepted with regret and with the understanding that Dr. van Dyke would permit his name to be again proposed for member- ship to take the first vacancy occurring after his return to this country from foreign service. The Signs captivated by each others society sat unusually late tonight. Total cost of dinner 115.10 Share of each sign present 7.88 Bro. Taurus, caterer for next dinner. Adjourned. Scorpio — Secretary and Treasurer. 3 2 5 TWO HUNDRED AND SIXTY-SIXTH MEETING Friday, April 24th, 1914, at Sherry's Present: Taurus, caterer; Gemini, Leo, Libra, Capri- cornus. Menu: PotagesautS Sole Dieppoise Agneau de printemps Petits pois Bonne Femme Pommes persillade Asperges, Hollandaise Poussins desosses grille Salade Turban aux fraises Fromage — Cafe Wines: Krug, "98 Chambertin, '65 Haut Brion, '81 Total cost of dinner 114.95 Share of each Sign present 10.99 The Secretary to be caterer for next dinner. Adjourned. Scorpio — Secretary & Treasurer. 326 TWO HUNDRED AND SIXTY-SEVENTH MEETING Friday, December 4th, 1914, at Sherry's Present: Scorpio, caterer; Aquarius, Taurus, Leo, Virgo, Libra, Pisces, Capricornus. Menu: Huitres de Lynnhaven Pommes douces sautees Mulligatawny soup Haricots verts a la creme Terrapin a la Sherry Soufflee aux cerises Dindeau rati farci Fruit — Cafe Wines: Krug, '98 — Clos de Vougeot, '81 — Chateau Lagrange, '87 The Secretary made the following statement of the con- dition of the Treasury Balance brot forward 163.24 per contra Annual dues 360.00 Cost of dinners paid out 438.50 Cost of dinners paid in 140.48 Balance carried forward 225.22 663.72 663.72 The Secretary announced that Mr. Henry P. Davison had accepted the invitation to join The Zodiac tendered to him last season, his Sign to be Sagittarius. Mr. Richard V. Lindabury being proposed for membership received the votes of all present in his favor and the consent of the absent Signs being had Mr. Lindabury was notified and accepted his elec- tion to take the Sign of Aries, succeeding Dr. van Dyke resigned on account of long absence abroad. It was decided to have the next dinner on Wednesday, December 30th, Bro. Pisces to be the caterer, he to choose the place and the secretary to notify the signs. Total Cost of dinner 114.50 Share of each Sign present 6.81 Scorpio Secy & Treasurer. 3 2 7 TWO HUNDRED AND SIXTY-EIGHTH MEETING Wednesday, December 30th, 1914, at Sherry's Present: Pisces, caterer; Aquarius, Taurus, Leo, Virgo, Libra, Scorpio, Aries. Menu : Cotuit oysters Jambon de Virginie aux Champagne Potage Bortsch Salade de laitue et fines herbes Terrapin a la Morgan Plum pudding Solferino Poitrine de dindeau piquee Prin- Fruit — Cafe cesse Wines: Kmg, '98 Chateau Lafite, '78 Musigny, '78 Rain water Madeira Cafe Anglais Brandy, 1797 Bro. Aries, Mr. Richard Vliet Lindabury, this being his first appearance among the Signs was given an illuminated menu card with the names of members and their signs. A letter was read from Bro. Cancer stating that owing to his "continuing indisposition he deemed it his duty to resign from membership in The Zodiac at whose meetings it had been his great pleasure to attend." On motion, Bro. Cancer's resignation was accepted with great regret. The Secretary was instructed to inform Col. Latrobe of this action and to add that it is the wish of the Signs that he should allow his name to remain as an Hono- rary Member to receive the usual notices of dinners and to attend whenever possible. To this Col. Latrobe subsequently replied that he accepted the kind invitation with the "great- 328 Contributed by Brother Libra Aquarius est pleasure and pride" and will avail himself thereof as often "as his condition admits." It was decided that the next dinner be on Thursday January 28th, Bro. Libra to be caterer, the Secretary to no- tify the Signs. Total cost of dinner 107.00 Share of each Sign present S.Siyi Adjourned. Scorpio, Secretary and Treasurer. 329 TWO HUNDRED AND SIXTY-NINTH MEETING Friday, January 29th, 1915, at Sherry's Present: Leo, Aquarius, Virgo, Pisces, Taurus, Aries, Sagittarius, Scorpio; the caterer Bro. Libra although un- avoidably absent had made admirable arrangements for the dinner. Menu: Huttres Gelinotte sur canape Oxtail soup Salade de saison Terrapin a la Morgan Bombe Romanoff Selle d'agneau Fruit — Caf6 Haricots verts — Pommes Bermuda Wines: Krug, 1900 Krug, 1889 Haut Brion, 1890 Musigny, 1878 Cafe Anglais Brandy, 1797 contributed by Bro. Aquarius all contributed by Bro. Libra from his cellar Mr. Frank Knight Sturgis being proposed for member- ship received the unanimous vote of those present in his favor. The approval of the absent Signs being subsequently had Mr. Sturgis was informed of his election which he ac- cepted in a graceful and appreciative note addressed to the Secretary. Mr. Sturgis takes the place and Sign of Cancer succeeding Col. Latrobe resigned. The next dinner is set for Friday, February 26th, Bro. Sagittarius to be the caterer, the Secretary to notify the Signs. Total cost of dinner 85.55 Share of each sign present 3.20 Adjourned. Scorpio — Secretary and Treasurer. 330 TWO HUNDRED AND SEVENTIETH MEETING Friday, February 26, 1915, at Sherry's Present: Sagittarius, caterer; Aries, Taurus, Cancer, Leo, Virgo, Libra, Scorpio, Capricornus. Menu: Huitres Potage Renaissance Sole anglaise, Bercy Noisette d'agneau Petits pois Bonne Femme Pommes fondantes Terrapin Morgan Chapon a !a broche Salade aux fines herbes Glace a la Russe Fruits Cafe Wines: Krug, "89 Haut Brion, '90 Musigny, '78 Madeiras Cafe Anglais Brandy Kohinoor Cigars, each the size of a roller pin, provided by Bro. Virgo proved as good as they were beautiful. Brother Sagittarius and Bro. Cancer each received a picture of the Signs of The Zodiac in color with the date of his election inscribed. Bro. Virgo being the senior member of the Signs pres- ent proposed the health of Bro. Cancer, this being his first appearance among the Signs. Bro. Cancer in making his acknowledgments took no pains to conceal that he felt jus- tified in a greater degree of pride and satisfaction than that which possessed Joseph of old, since Joseph only dreamed that eleven stars made obeisance to him. 33i from Brother Libra from Brother Aquarius Bro. Sagittarius, caterer for this evening being compli- mented upon the perfection of the arrangements, modestly intimated that in his preparations he had borne in mind the observations of two eminent persons: Dean Swift when consulted concerning the courses of a dinner exclaimed "A fig for your bill of fare! Show me your bill of company." A distinguished Senator on being asked what he would suggest for dinner remarked "I know of nothing better than champagne — do you?" The Secretary proposed his usual toast "The Minutes" which were thereupon read and following some disrespectful comments by Bro. Virgo approved. The next dinner — Fri- day, March 26th — Bro. Capricornus to be caterer. Total cost of this dinner 118.30 Share of each Sign present 6.48 Adjourned. Scorpio— Secretary & Treasurer. 332 TWO HUNDRED AND SEVENTY-FIRST MEETING Friday, March 26th, 1915, at Sherry's Present: Capricornus, caterer; Gemini, Taurus, Can- cer, Leo, Virgo, Scorpio, Sagittarius, Aquarius. Menu: Hultres Salade de saison Green-turtle soup Jambon Pascal Pompano Meuniere Asperges, sauce mousseline Selle d'agneau Mousse aux fraises Pommes Bermuda Cafe Celery a la Molle Fruit Supreme de poussins Wines: Krug, 1900 Lafite, 1878 Musigny, 1878 Brandy, Cafe Anglais The wines were contributed by Bro. Libra, whose cellar like the widow Cruse's oil, never fails. Bro. Gemini was warmly welcomed after his long absence. It was resolved that a writ of Ne Exeat be invoked to keep him at home at least until the next dinner. He ex- pressed regret that he could not have been both at home and in France at the same time. Surely, if Gemini meaning the Twins cannot be in two places at once, who can? Minutes of the last meeting read and approved. The next dinner to be on Friday, 30th April. Total cost of this dinner S94.60 Share of each sign present 3.85 Adjourned. Scorpio — Secretary and Treasurer. 333 TWO HUNDRED AND SEVENTY-SECOND MEETING Friday, April 30, 1915 at Sherry's Present: Cancer, caterer; Aries, Virgo, Scorpio, Capri- cornus, Aquarius. » Menu: Clams Asperges, Hollandaise Potage Cultivateur Chapon a la broche Morne parmentie Salade de saison Gigot d'agneau Glace Montpensier Pommes rissolees — Carrots Vispy Cafe Wines: Krug, '89 Lafite, '78 Musigny Rain water Madeira Cafe Anglais Brandy The Secretary announced that he and Bro. Taurus were arranging for the publication of the minutes, as heretofore authorized. All standing and in silence drank a toast to the memory of our late Bro. Pisces. On motion the following Minute was adopted: "We meet here tonight with the Sign of Pisces in shadow and with one vacant chair. Death came to Nelson Wil- marth Aldrich with brief warning on Friday morning, April 1 6th at his home in this City. " Gifted with a most attractive personality and great charm of manner and endowed with a very high order of in- telligence and a mind richly stored he greatly endeared him- self to his close associates. 334 "We, his sorrowing friends, recognize fully the loss that has come to us and know that we will sadly miss him from his accustomed place. Turning from our personal interests we pay our tribute to his public career and dwell with proud satisfaction upon his broad usefulness, his untiring energy and his great services to the nation he so long and loyally served. We feci that coming generations will learn to recog- nize in his wise and farseeing legislative measures safeguards that have efficiently protected and will continue to conserve public credit and avoid future disaster." The next dinner to be on Friday Dec. 3rd. Bro. Scorpio to be Caterer. Total cost of this dinner $65.90 Share of each Sign present 1.00 Adjourned. Scorpio — Secretary and Treasurer. 335 ADDENDA NEW YORK'S DINING CLUBS* WEDAS AND ZODIACS AND OTHER BANQUETING ORGANIZATIONS HOW THE EARLIER CLUBS WERE FORMED AND DERIVED THEIR NAMES— RARE OLD WINES AND ARTISTIC STUDIES IN TERRA- PIN— CO RSA IRS, KITTENS, AND THE ROUND TABLE Perhaps the oldest of New York's dining clubs is that now known as the Weda. It was established in 1838, although for a number of years before that the original members had dined together once a month in the restaurants and hotels in the vicinity of Bowling Green. In those days there was no stenographer at the elbow of every merchant, and the click of the typewriter did not disturb the solemn quiet of the counting rooms. New York's merchants, in the first quarter of the century, wrote with their own hands their own business letters and had no thought of a head correspondent, who dictated to stenographers, who dictated to type- writers. - So it was. When "packet day" came round they had no time to waste in going up town to Park Place, still less further up, to partake of the family noonday dinner. Instead of that the restaurants of Bowling Green or Whitehall Street were patronized to save time. A dozen of those merchants adopted a further time-saving plan by agreeing to desig- nate one of their number for each packet day to arrange for all their dinners. As they prospered and grew older and the cares of the corre- spondence were gradually transferred to junior partners, this monthly dinner became a feature of their quiet lives. The menu was extended, the dining hour prolonged, and in 1838 one of this party of twelve, Mr. Alexander R. Wyckoff, suggested at one dinner that on next packet day they should dine together at Monsieur Delmonico's restaurant, which, * From the New York Sun, February 18, 1893 though rather up town, being on the corner of Beaver and William Streets, would afford them, he had been assured, an excellent dinner at a reason- able cost. Mr. Wyckoff's suggestion was adopted, and he was appointed caterer for the occasion. It turned out to be an excellent repast, sure enough, but the merchants were staggered at the cost — i?io each! The whole commercial community gossiped for days about this excessive extravagance, and the members of the party, to perpetuate the joke on themselves, decided to form themselves into a dining club, under the name of Wyckoff's Economical Dining Association. That was more than half a century ago, but the club still exists, the initial letters of the words of the original title, W. E. D. A., forming the club's present name. As the merchants grew in prosperity they wisely took more time for their pleasure, and their monthly dinners, instead of being an incident to their toil, became a function of their leisure. Their sons and their grand- sons succeeded them in membership, the number of which has never increased. The place of dining has gradually moved up town with the growth of the city, and each year, beginning with November, the Weda Club has six consecutive monthly dinners. Its members are all club men, and in recent past years the dinners have all been at some club, within the last few years almost invariably at the Knickerbocker. For each dinner two members are appointed as caterers, and they devote much time during the intervening month in a diligent and thoughtful consider- ation of their menu. All the possibilities of the world's markets are re- viewed, and the precious stores of their private and their clubs' wine cellars are searched that, to paraphrase Omar Khayyam, the jug of wine to be discussed underneath their bough may be a fitting accompaniment to the loaf of bread provided. Many of the dining clubs, like the Weda, had as their origin some reason for their existence aside from the simple purpose of a good dinner in good company. The Zodiac Club, however, began twenty-six years ago with exactly the purpose which still maintains it. Twelve members of the old New York Club, one for each sign of the zodiac, moved by a common impulse, said: "Let us, for six months in the year, dine together and dine well." That was when the old New York Club occupied what was then known as the David Haight house, on the corner of Fifth Avenue and Fifteenth Street, before the old New York Club disbanded and the present one was organized. It was a comparatively small club, but there are old club men to-day who assert that it was the most attractive club New York City has ever had. Dining was always a great feature of that club, and in those days especially the little dinner parties in the smaller dining rooms, which had been beautifully decorated by Mr. Haight's daughters. In the rear of the house was a very attractive garden, where many a good dinner was served in the summer evenings. Henry Ward was President of the New York Club when the Zodiac Club was formed and he was one of the charter members of the Dining Club. The other charter members were Gen. William Cutting, Brockholst Cutting, Giraud Foster, a noted gourmet of his day; J. W. Clendenin, Gen. E. E. Potter, William Holly Hudson, Walter L. Cutting, uncle of the other Cuttings mentioned; James H. Strong, Richard Church, Edwin A. Post, and Alonzo C. Monson. Of these charter members five are members to-day, six are dead, and one, Gen. William Cutting, who is now in Europe, has resigned. The vacancy caused by his resignation has not been filled, as new members have been elected only to fill vacancies caused by death. This is the pres- ent membership of the club: George S. Bowdoin, Philip Schuyler, J. W. Clendenin, William Turnbull, William Chrystie, Edwin A. Post, James H. Strong, Alonzo C. Monson, J. Hampden Robb, Peter Marie, and Richard Church. Vacancies in this club's membership are filled only with the unan- imous consent of members; the mere suggestion that a proposed name should be withdrawn accomplishes its purpose. The Zodiacs, more per- haps than any other organization of any kind in New York, study the art of dining well. They realize that a shading too much or too little in the flavor of the least important dish is no more inharmonious, and no less so, than one companion at the feast not wholly agreeable. The Zodiacs dined for some years at the various clubs to which its members belong, and at Delmonico's, but of late years the choice has been the Knicker- bocker Club. They dine on the last Saturday of each month from No- vember to April inclusive. Each member has his appointed turn to serve as caterer, and in his turn each caterer is stimulated not only by the spirit of emulation, but by the knowledge that any lapse from the high standard of the club in either wines or viands will be frankly and freely criticised by the other members for the betterment of his understanding. The acknowledged exalted position held by the Zodiacs as diners has doubtless had a considerable effect upon the character of dinners in their class in New York. The Zodiacs were among the earliest to dis- courage the once prevailing dreary multiplicity of dishes. Their courses consist usually, after the oysters, of soup, fish, roast, entree, game, salad, cheese. Sometimes, but seldom, an hors d'oeuvre is properly introduced, and sometimes a confiture. It will be observed that the entree is men- tioned here between the roast and game, and the salad after the game. They are variable and movable quantities in the estimation of the Zodiacs. For instance, it might suit the caterer to serve terrapin instead of fish, in which case there would probably be no entree; if the roast is a capon, the salad would probably be served with it; if it were a saddle of mut- ton, the salad might either be moved down to the game, or else served with the cheese. There are, of course, many other combinations depend- ing upon the question of vegetables, served either with a course or as a separate course. After more than a hundred and fifty dinners the Zodiacs are proud in their consciousness that there are no duplicate menus in their archives. Like the Weda Club, the Zodiacs recognize an enormous change in the quality and character of the wines in the last quarter of a century. There was a time when the merest tyro in the art of dining not only knew exactly what wine went with each course, but could get a decent bottle of each requisite kind if he was willing to pay for it; but sad times have fallen to the lot of the caterer in the matter of wines, especially as to Bordeaux and Burgundy. Now that the bottlers of Bordeaux have to fight for enough stock from the better known chateaux to mix enough of it into the wine they sell to give them countenance in putting the chateaux' names on the bottles, doubt, distrust, and disappointment overtake the dining club caterers. There is trouble also in the sweet white wines. With the dry white wines, especially those from the Rhine districts, there is more peace of mind and palate obtainable, but com- parative confidence remains only in champagnes. It is this that has forced that garrulous beverage from its once lowly position on the menu up to higher stations, until even where sit the dining clubs down, the bottle that pops is sometimes opened with the oysters. But dining club members have cellars of their own, and sometimes the caterer is helped out by a few bottles of decent claret, or some long-necked hock, or oc- casionally with a bottle of Madeira, from a member's private stock. Next to the question of wines, the most troublous pleasure the Wedas and Zodiacs have is the question of terrapin. Fools who rush in where angels fear to tread have sought to establish reputations as gourmets by hotly advocating the Maryland style of cooking the diamond-back. That is a stew practically without sauce, the prepared terrapin being seethed in a chafing-dish in which nothing but some fresh butter has been placed, a wine glass of Madeira being added, for flavoring purposes only, in a stew for eight people. As a matter of fact nine people out of ten have to ac- quire a taste for terrapin cooked in that way, while a terrapin stew with the white cream sauce of Philadelphia, or the brown stock sauce of New York, is palatable to almost every one at once. The ordinary terrapin stew is seasoned, in addition to pepper and salt, with onion, sweet herbs, spiced sauce or walnut or mushroom catsup, and further contains butter, browned flour, brown sherry and the beaten yolk of an egg, and that is what the young enthusiast usually gets when he thinks he is eating terrapin, Mary- land style. If he really got a dish of terrapin, Maryland style, he would not know what it was. But that has nothing to do with the Zodiac Club men. Those earnest gentlemen have been discussing what is the best way to cook terrapin for a quarter of a century and have not arrived at a conclusion. Their views as to whether or not the terrapin flesh should be boned after being boiled and before it is ready for the chafing dish, would make an interesting volume. But there are other dining clubs. The Corsair Dining Club is one of the younger institutions of its kind, but it is rapidly making up for lost time by having its monthly dinners all the year round, instead of only during the winter season as do the other clubs. Mr. J. Pierpont Morgan's steam yacht is named the Corsair, and when, in the winter of 1886, a number of gentlemen who had frequently cruised with Mr. Morgan resolved to continue their asso- ciation as a dining club, their formal organization naturally took the name of the yacht. The members of the club are: J. Pierpont Morgan, Charles Lanier, George Bowdoin, Joseph H. Choate, Benjamin H. Bris- tow, Chauncey M. Depew, William Turnbull, David Eggleston, Charles E. Strong, Phillips Schuyler, William C. Whitney, Frank Thompson, John King, and Frank K. Sturgis, the last named being Secretary. On the third Saturday evening in each month, from November until May, the Corsairs dine together at the Union, the Knickerbocker, the Union League, or the Manhattan Club. In the summer time the monthly dinner is on board of Mr. Morgan's yacht, but on some other evening than Saturday, as most of the members go to their country places on that day. During the yachting season there are at all times two or more members of the club cruising on the Corsair, and it is their pleasant duty to see that the monthly dinner on board is of a character befitting the place and occasion. In the winter the Corsairs adopt the usual dining club plan of taking turns in catering, and the highest evidence that can be given that the Corsair caterers are artists, is that that club's average attendance at dinner is twelve out of a membership of fourteen. It is important to note that this is the highest recorded average. The Cor- sairs permit their caterer to bring a guest to the monthly dinner, and any member may invite a guest, after proper notice to the secretary. The Kittens' Dining Club was formed by some younger members of the old New York Club a few years after the Zodiac. It is much the same in its character and the class of membership. The Kittens, like the Zodi- acs, dine for the sake of dining, wherein another well-known dining club, the Round Table, differs. This latter club takes metaphorically its Book of Verses to dinner with it; that is, it has a less pure and single purpose — it discusses other things than its dinner. This may be accounted for perhaps by the fact that the club is to some extent influenced by foreign- ers, such as E. Lawrence Godkin and Carl Schurz. The natural desire of these gentlemen to discuss the proper manner for conducting the Ameri- can Government sways them even when wine and viands are more obvious subjects for discussion. But such stalwart American members of the Round Table as William C. Whitney have a benign tendency to keep the distinguished organization close along the lines of the true purpose of a dining club.