Ninety years ago in the town of Harmony, a little son was born to Cyrus and Sarah Butler Bartlett, who was named Darius Hamlin Bartlett, and today Mr. Bartlett, who to a host of friends is known as "Ham," is observing this anniversary of his natal day at his home on Madison avenue. Mr. Bartlett, a few weeks ago, was presented with the Boston Post gold headed cane.
Mr. Bartlett has a sunny disposition and he is possessed of a fund of humor, which with his sterling character and integrity during many years of merchantile [sic] activities have made him respected and beloved by a large circle of acquaintances and friends.
Mr. Bartlett's father was a merchant and in his early boyhood, Mr. Bartlett began his business training, assisting in his father's store. In the fall of 1858 he began his merchantile career, by establishing a business with a cousin, Henry Bartlett; known as H. and D.H. Bartlett. The principle business was handling farm products purchased from farmers from miles around and shipped to near by cities and supplying the farmers with all that their families needed in exchange for their produce. After the death of Henry Bartlett, in 1861, D.H. Bartlett clerked for a few years, and again opened a store in Harmony which he operated successfully.
In the Spring of 1884, he moved to Athens, having sold his business in Harmony. In Athens he conducted a general store which he purchased of Albert Wade. Mr. Bartlett came to Skowhegan and in 1892 took over what was known as the Fletcher store, where is now located the Farmers' Union. Mr. Bartlett's last business activities were in this store, which business he sold to Patterson and Goodrich in 1902. Although for some time he was a partner of a meat and provision business conducted on Water street, in the store now occupied by Smith and Casey.
Mr. Bartlett is an attendant and supporter and attendant [sic] of the Federated church and within a few days he was present at a supper and entertainment, much enjoying the affair and adding greatly to the pleasure of the other guests by his cheer and brilliant repartee. He is strong for temperance and enforcement of all alws [sic]. His affiliations were few, but in 1861 he became a mason.
Mr. Bartlett has held responsible public offices, being past master in Harmony and also served his native town as clerk and threasurer [sic]. He has served as both representative and senator in the State Legislature.
On Christmas Day in 1881 Mr. Bartlett married Della Leighton, daughter of Wayland and Mary Emery Leighton of Harmony. Mr. Bartlett died Dec. 29, 1926. A beautiful and happy home life was enjoyed by Mr. and Mrs. Bartlett who delighted in entertaining royally their relatives and friends. Mr. Bartlett, an expert gardener, raised the choicest vegetables for his table and many beautiful flowers for home decorations. A niece of Mrs. Bartlett and her husband, Mr. and Mrs. Willis C. Hobart have established their home at the Bartlett residence and are making Mr. Bartlett's reclining years comfortable and happy.
Mr. Bartlett's many friends extend best wishes for today, and anniversary day that few are permitted to enjoy, and wish for him other birthday observances.
(no newspaper name or date on clipping, Mar. 3, 1928 written on clipping in ink, clipping glued to a piece of white paper to preserve it)
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