Herald of the times. [volume] (Newport, R.I.) 1849-1856, 1851-07-31
zEPHYRs FROM THE OCEAN HOUSE.


not visit the Ocean Housc, as we'll an
those in other places, who are uRnbIs TO
make trip to slis delightful place dur
ing the WARM weather, would like TO
know Rste sorsething Of what is go
lug on here; and NJ ! lave ~ lesure
hour ,lfis'inorning, 4 i'psopose to give a'l
such sligh, inkling ofliie al the Ocean
House, the present season.
This Eamohs establishment has never
been under such excellent discipline as
at the present time. n hm been most
thoroughly renovated adfing the past
winter, and many attractive features
added F'Ft isr.iil kept by John 6. weav
er, ESQ, who has been the host ever
since the no use was erected. Mr.. Wea-
YER 10 most kind-hearted and 'obliging
man, and does everything in his power
not only for the actual comfort and &C.
commodation Of his guests, but.even for
the qualification Of the thousand little
whims of the FIVE hundred Of his house
hold. He is assisted by Mr.. Thomas,
formerly Of the Astor House, and who is
one Of the best hotel men in the country.
Mr.. Martin, another assistant, was also
attached to the Ocean last year, and
has been connected with several Of the
principal hotels Of the country, for the
last ten years,-and 10 justly very popu-
lar with tho travelling public. Master
Ben, the proprietor's son, has made his
FIRST appearance in the Office, this sum
mer, and bids fair to make an efficient
assistant to his worthy father.
The tables are excellent, and the ser
wants are well-drilled, and thoroughly
understand and promptly discharge
their duties. All the departments ofthe
house are well ordered and admirably
sustained.
We have the charming German,a
Musical Society again this year indeed
a summer at Newport would not be the
genuine thing withou, them, for they
are an indispensable part Of the amuse.
men,s here. IfpossibIe, they play more
delightfully."- than ever, and their efforts
TO please all are fully appreciated. They
are gentlemen in every sense Of the
word, while as Musicians their talents
are OF the highest artistic order. BY the
way, rumor says that q charming and
accomplished young lady at this house
has won the heart Of one Of the Ger
manlans, and that the attachment 10 ful-
ly reciprocated by the fair one. This is
quite secret and has only been whis-
pered among a few. ] should like TO
give the names of the parties, but as ]
have decided dislike TO medde IN such
matters, too much, will defer it for the
present perhaps | may communicate
these interesting particulars in my next
Zephr from here. At all events, l will
whisper it con6dentially in your ear the
next time see you, as am told that
you can keep secret most profoundly.
Now as to the fair ones who nightly
grace the Saloon. All, ! have now
come 10 he most difficult portion ot my
letter. II would be hard to say who is
unquestionably the belle, as there is al
ways quite diversity Of opinion upon
such subject. However, feel quite
safe in saying that large proportion of
those who are disinterested, award the
palm to the beautiful and amiable Miss
Mary Hyslop, Of New York and am
free to say that almost acquiesce, all
things considered, in this opinion. II is
difficult to find all the virtues and ac-
complisliments Of the sex concentrated
in one fair daughter Of earth, mans great
est blessing, yet his worst annoyer.-
Miss Hyslop is young, naturally gay,
very beautiful exceedingly fascinating,
dances like fairy, looks up at you like
an angel, talks like Cupid's iairest
daughter, in loves own most bcwitch-
ing language. She is very much ad.
mircd and always has a crowd Of our
sex in her train. During the day, az
ter meals, she may be seen promenad-
ing the hall, with several attending up
on her,-and at other times Of the day,
you may see her making some poor feI-
ow happy, for the time being, by having
a cozy little chat with him in the Saloon.
She has been IN mourning for some time,
and consequently does not appear often
on the floor, in the evening with the
dancers. In the Waltz she 10 very
graceful and accomplished.
Miss Ellen Woodbury., daughter of
Judge Woodbury., Of Portsmouth, New
Hampshire, 10 decidedly a belle, and
many think that she nay rightfully con-
test for the honor OF being the belle, with
Miss Hyslop. Miss Woodbury. is very
handsome and very popular, dances
well, converses delightfully."- and 10 much
admired ; she receives great deal of
attention.
The three Misses Slark, of New Or
leans, are very pretty, excellent dancers,
and receive much attention. Two Of
the sisters 80 closely resemble each 9TH