Beginning in 1877, the local branch of the International Order of Oddfellows (I.O.O.F.), a benevolent society, began to decorate the graves of their departed brethren annually. This practice is still carried on on the second weekend of August, although now a general practice, rather than an Oddfellows event.
The following articles from the Evening Guide describe the activities if the day, as well as listing the departed brethren being honoured: