The Washington Republican Washington County Friday June 29, 1900 Last Tuesday, J.L. EARNEST was pleasantly surprised at the home of his son, M.M. EARNEST. It was his 75th birthday anniversary so he was invited to spend the day with his son's family. When he reached the home he found his seven children all present and a very enjoyable day was spent. Though Mr. EARNEST is 75 years of age he is in good health, is cheerful and leads a retired and happy life with his wife in a comfortable home in this city. May he yet have many happy years added to his life and enjoy many more birthday anniversaries. His children present were Mrs. M.J. CROW of Franklin county, Mrs. Belle MILLER of Clay Center, Dr. W.M. EARNEST of Lushton, Neb., Mrs. Kate CUPP and Mrs. Alice BEGGS of six miles north of here and Mrs. Eva DARBY. J.H. BEGGS, Geo. CUPP, Rezin DARBY and 21 grandchildren were also present.