Delaplane, Kristin

Mar 23, 1997

Abstract: The year was 1883 and a new Good Templars Lodge was established in Allendale with 23 members. But the big news that spring with the Good Templars was their May Day Temperance Picnic to be held at Oiler's Grove. J.M. Oiler would provide water, feed and a stable for up to 500 horses at 25 cents per animal. The Good Templars were given permission to sink a well on the grounds.