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October 9, 1898
The Worcester Spy
Worcester, Worcester County, Massachusetts
What is this article about?
Ex-Alderman Abram A. Rheutan, after 31 years as superintendent of W. H. Hill Envelope Company in Worcester, Mass., receives unexpected gifts—a roll-top desk and a golden envelope watch charm—from employees following his departure due to the envelope trust formation. He plans to rest.
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EMPLOYES ESTEEMED HIM.
Ex-Superintendent Rheutan Remembered by Former Help.
Ex-Alderman Abram A. Rheutan, who has been superintendent of the W. H. Hill Envelope Company for the past 31 years, has severed his connection with the firm as one of the results of the formation of the envelope trust, but he still holds a place in the affections of the employees of the concern. This fact was shown yesterday, when a handsome quartered oak roll-top desk was sent to his home, on Providence street. There was no accompanying note nor was there any presentation speech, but Mr. Rheutan had a suspicion where it came from, and this suspicion was made a certainty with the arrival of a valuable and unique watch charm. The charm is in the form of a golden envelope, bearing on its face the inscription: "A. A. Rheutan, Worcester, Mass."
In the upper right hand corner is a stamp cut into the gold, the red being furnished by means of enamel. On the reverse side of the envelope is the inscription, "Presented by employees of the W. H. Hill Env. Co., Oct. 8, 1898."
The drop of sealing wax on this side of the envelope is represented by a garnet. The presents were entirely unexpected by Mr. Rheutan, but he will convey his thanks to the donors this week by means of a letter.
Mr. Rheutan has made no plans for the future, but for the present he will take a much-needed rest, as this is the first vacation he has had in 40 years.
Ex-Superintendent Rheutan Remembered by Former Help.
Ex-Alderman Abram A. Rheutan, who has been superintendent of the W. H. Hill Envelope Company for the past 31 years, has severed his connection with the firm as one of the results of the formation of the envelope trust, but he still holds a place in the affections of the employees of the concern. This fact was shown yesterday, when a handsome quartered oak roll-top desk was sent to his home, on Providence street. There was no accompanying note nor was there any presentation speech, but Mr. Rheutan had a suspicion where it came from, and this suspicion was made a certainty with the arrival of a valuable and unique watch charm. The charm is in the form of a golden envelope, bearing on its face the inscription: "A. A. Rheutan, Worcester, Mass."
In the upper right hand corner is a stamp cut into the gold, the red being furnished by means of enamel. On the reverse side of the envelope is the inscription, "Presented by employees of the W. H. Hill Env. Co., Oct. 8, 1898."
The drop of sealing wax on this side of the envelope is represented by a garnet. The presents were entirely unexpected by Mr. Rheutan, but he will convey his thanks to the donors this week by means of a letter.
Mr. Rheutan has made no plans for the future, but for the present he will take a much-needed rest, as this is the first vacation he has had in 40 years.
What sub-type of article is it?
Biography
What themes does it cover?
Moral Virtue
What keywords are associated?
Employee Appreciation
Retirement Gift
Envelope Company
Worcester Superintendent
What entities or persons were involved?
Abram A. Rheutan
Where did it happen?
Worcester, Mass.
Story Details
Key Persons
Abram A. Rheutan
Location
Worcester, Mass.
Event Date
Oct. 8, 1898
Story Details
Ex-Superintendent Abram A. Rheutan, after 31 years with W. H. Hill Envelope Company, receives a roll-top desk and a golden envelope watch charm from employees upon his departure due to the envelope trust; he plans to rest after 40 years without vacation.