Morning herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1837-1840, 1840-01-28
Fashionable lnt.lligenos--B all iu
E0urth street.


Was presented on the occasion OF an assembling Of
all that was lovely and accomplished at the house
of certain fair widow of late gallant commander
In cur navy in Fourth street. the night of tae 10Th
instant, and whose daughters had during the past
season, at Saratoga and New Brighton, made small
havoc among the hearts of those who frequent these
celebrated places Of resort-and more p rticularly
among the gallant and handsome officers of her most
gracious Majesty Vio&ora-whe, for want of an OPP
portunity to display their courage npon their rebel
enemies in Canada must needs try the susceptible
CT Cur fair countrywoman. The cards OF invita-
ton had been issued for some days, and many a
lovely breast beat high with expectations of con-
quests TO be made; aud indeed a fairer field could
scarce have offered itself than on this occasion
The rooms were brilliantly lighted, rich chande.
liers were suspended from every nook and corner
candelabras and branches occupied each vacant
mantle and pier table; flowers, the most beautiful
which the affords, scattered around In
rich profusion; gems twinkled in every head dress;
diamonds sparkled in every bosom, sending forth
flashes which completely bedimmea the already
g!aring light Beauty there in all its loneliness
even yet more respendant than the spark ling gems,
and one could truly say, with Tom Moore:
Rich and the gems she wsie,
And bright gold ring her hand she bore,
But oh! her beauty was far beyond, 81.
The scene was enlivening, elevating, enchanting
The still young and beautiful Mrs. ). vouchsafed
me graceful nod from tho opposite side of the room
Die Vernon, with her countenancs sparkling with
animation, met me with an outStretched hand and
hearty welcome; and as pressed her s,ft hand, in
the hearty shake, metheught l were touching some.
thing holy, and thrill ran through my veins, the
tho aght Of which now brings with it nought but
JOY and gladness. Her more pensive sister, the
elder Miss N. (now longer pensve) was esped
in the opposite corner, holding splendid boquet,
and enjoying apparently delightful tee tete with
the &C complished Mr. IL while the less fortunate
and disappointed Mr. b. stood cycling them from
distance; absorbed in thought and barely able to
drawl out syllable, ''y-e.s,' 20 question put
TO him by fair lady On his right. Turning to dis.
cover who this fair lntruler upon his brown study
might be, beheld the rosy countenance aud dignif.
ed form of Miss l.. of An street surrounded by
crowd Of admirers, while her father the Aide man,
stood peeping in at one of the side DOORS looking
com placently on and enjoying the scene much as
though the attention was paid to his own honored
self Miss c. Of Fourth street, also appeared re.
markaby well. This young lady makes her first
enree into society tuIs winter, and extremely oung
though she is, already attracts much admiration
She bids fair 10 be fine specimen OF her sex, both as
regards size and beauty. Bowling Green Harry was
engaging her In animated conversation. recounting
of his marvellous adventures in Paris, and seem
ing like pigmy in her shadow. The fair lady
moved Ittlc 10 the right, ana i saw nOtnIss
more of him, small portion of his hair, above
her shoulder. l cast nv eye aroand the room in
search OF his beautiful brother the Giraffe; not find
ing him, however, my eye rested upon the exquisite
Mr.. y. OF Stone street, leading oft a co i0n with
he fair Miss N. of Great Jones street, his quzzing
glass hanging negligently from his neck, which ever
and anon he twirled most gracefully. Occasionally
he cast his eve downwards IN order to direct their
alton 10 the fine polish aud neat fit of his fancy
boot, which set of his dapper foot most admirably;
his tout ensemble savoured strongly Of foppshness.
He pouring soft words into the lady's ear, aud
she seemed TO look up to him oracle port sets
her down a millionaire and this &C. seems sutii-
ciento en-. age the attention Of N. She has however
cheated the dentist too long OF his dues.
just beyond, in the same dance, beheld the gen
tie smiling countenance o! Miss Of Bunker stalk
ing that paragon OF something, young Of Broad
way. All that is lovely aud beautiful aud inelec.
tual seems united in this young lazy; her fsare,
countebance, manners unexceStionabls: but her
dress might be improved. The handsome Captain
s. and the self sufficient DIR. G. of the Astor were
near by. enga -ed IN animated discussion uponkthe
merits of the VIGOROUSLY beautiful Miss l.. of Duane
street, decidedly the belle of the evening seemed
rather disposed To be retiring aud less animated than
usual q. with the usual silly smile play ing about
his mouth stood directly IN front OF the pier glass
and occasionally Withdrawing his gaze from the ia
object of his remark direc It towards his fac
sin,iis. Eyeng himself with great self-complacency
he then directed ii towards has own beautiful little
foot, which compressed TO half IT, original size
in neatly turnsd opera boot. There his eye rested
moment and satis fed that all was right he flourish.
ed his hsnd, which was uncovered, in order 10 dis
play the brilliant diamond on his finger, and pushed
through the crowd TO seek partner Cor the
..,iion.
The little exquisite, Mr.. L was endeavoring 10
act the agreeable to Miss p. OF Wavery place
This young lady has not yet figured much in the
fashionable world. She bears the listing gushing cha
racterisc Of her family She appeared 10 great adj
vantage this evening Just behind the on the soia
sat the curly headed Mr.. ). of Bridge street. gay
entertaining a Portly married lady. This young
sprIg Of the law said 10 be lineal descendant Of
the celebrated John Of Pocahontas memory, he
bearing the cognomen Of his illustrious ancestor
III is also tyro among the fashionables-town Cos.
sip long since sat him down as having wooed and
won the heart Of young LADY, but report says that
he has lately retired IN disgust. ;. was unusually
quiet this evening-seemed somewhat melancholy
pcnchant for corners and conversation with those
ladies who have been lingering for season ia the
bower of Hymen.
Mr. ". Of Great Jones street, was near by in fine
spirts-he made great hit this evcnIng-Is the
EN-, led proprietor of a dukedom on Long Island -
All the ladies are signing after him, and each feels
honor,d when he coadcscends 10 smile. Mrs. IL.
the great iORess OF tie evening, at the head OF
the room, entertaining the 4rea; gr sy bear, Judge
D. doubtless; ree0OuntiDg some oi her hair breath
escapes among the tedOuins. Intelligence and ami
nation were beaming IN her surprisingly lovely
countenance. Embossed vclvcts and figured bro
cades answer verv well Tor fancy ball dress, but
are not quite the thing for private patty.
The Suyvesantr, who were 6xpcc'ed,.bat at a late
hour. Mt in their apology owing to ldden sickness
in the family. while the never e. be sufficiently
adorod Miss C.'s OF Broadway, were absent Tor the
same reason,-Niss G.. Of Long Island was most
anxiously looked for, but PROBABLY prior engage
ment deprived the assembly Of one Of its most dash
irg and brilliant ornaments
Much credit - due 20 Mr. Il. for the able