The New York herald. [volume] (New York [N.Y.]) 1840-1920, 1848-05-22
CuMRxlLANp, Maryland, April, 1913.


~ nsents, &C., &c.
write from Cumberland, which is already the
city of Western Maryland-yearly, and l might
also add daily, increasing in wealth and impor-
lance. Its fame and progress have attracted the in
dlvidual enterprise OF your great commercial EN-
porlum. We are already indebted to the advenu-
rous spirit of your capitalists in developing our
mineral wealth, with which nature has SO nunifi-
Gently endowed US. You must not infer however
that the minds and energies of our citizens are on
ly devoted to money We have time to devote also,
TO pleasure and relaxation.
On Wednesday evening last, the residence of the
leading member OF the bar, Colonel T. ]. Mex
was thrown open for the entertainment of the
bench, bar, and his numerous and fashionable
friends. The residence of the Colonel is hand
somely constructed, comprising elegance and COM
tort The grounds about the stately mansion are
admirably laid of, and it requires but glance to
satisfy the mind that the proprietor is gentleman
whose Judgment In matters of taste is unexcepton-
able. We regret that the weather was unfavorable,
as It was the intention of our entertainer to iumi
nate the shady walks and avenues OF his spacious
grounds. AS II was, we were denied the pleasure
OF stroling by moonlight through his fower-decked
plats and blooming parteres Nothing Was left
undone. however, within the hospitable mansion,
to promote the pleasure of the numerous guests
The man of taste could be grati6ed by inspecting
the works of art which decorated the noble hall
the epicure could feast his eyes and palate with
table prefrsely loaded with every delicacy; the adj
mirer OF beauty certainly could be gratihed when
ne surveyed the lovely fair who graced the ball
room.
;. We disccmed among the gay dancers our presi-
ding Judge, whose polished manner and dignifed
carriage would be always noted. He is still sin
gle, and 1t did amaze US when we gazed with ad-
miration upon his graceful movements through the
cotillion that ne had lived thus long without part
reclaimed Judge W, recently recently; appointed, also
seemed to enjoy the evening, and shared in the
dance with as much life as the youngest of the gay
tthrong. Judge NIL did not join in the dance ;
his appearance Is not youthful as his colleagues
he has an eye for beauty, however, as he gazed
with evident admiration on the many fair faces
which graced the room. Mr.. p, the oldest and
most distinguished member of the bar, was there,
and his generally thoughtful countenance was often
illuminated by the contagious enjoyment and HI
larity OF the company. Mr.. s., Of the Frederick
bar, was there-,dstinguished not only for his pro-
fesslonal knowledge, but also for every accom-
tleman. Colonel T., formerly of the army, was
present-a high toned gentleman, warm, impulsive,
and chivalrous.
Before pass to the ladies', l should honor with
passing notice our young prosecuting attorney,
MIR: B.. He is young man-at least his face
indicates youth--but his hair has become prema-
turely gray. His most intimate friends ascribe it
to his devotion to his profession-the censorious
ming, he was rather acitum but as the wine circu-
lated freely-tor which he exhibited no manifest
aversion, and partook with no sparing hand-he
became the gayest of the gay.
The most conspicuous among the ladies was
Miss s., of your State, and descendant
OF one of the pilgrims who reached our shores
In the Mayfower, more than two hundred years
since. Her fine figure and intellectual face at
tracted marked notice. Miss T, of Cumber-
land, who has not long returned from the metropo-
lis of the Union, where she doubtless made many
conquests and caused pangs in breasts which
never felt pang before, attracted, by her
appearance, her grace of manner and charm of
conversation, much attention. Miss W, noted
tor her grace, especially in the waltz attracted
many admirers. Miss MEG, of Washington coun-
~, who Is noted for her buoyancy of spirits and
liveness OF manner, was surrounded by group of
admirers. Among the married ladies', was the
lady. of the house, who did the honors with as
much dignity the lord and master. Mrs.
C-h also attracted considerable notice, and
very deservedly. She had just returned from a
tour east. She is, | am told, in delicate health;
but on this evening, radiant in smiles and beauty,
she looked anything but the invalid am doubt
full whether even the king of terrors himself could
rob her beaming countenance of a single charm
Mrs. p, the former belle of Cumberland, has yet
lost none of her attractions.
Amid so much beauty it is impossible to desig-
nate some without doing injustice to others who
may be omtted-in fine, it was the party of the
season, the gayest Cumberland has ever known
There were lovely women, agreeable men and
choice wine. 1t is unnecessary to add that the
dance, the revel and the song were prolonged until
after the witching hour.