Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1871-12-21

vate, was largely attended by the most prom.-
nent people in the city, and was throughout a
most elegant affair. The brides dress a
Paris work of art, being composed of white silk
elabOTately trimmed with satin and profusion
of the costliest lace. Her veil of illusion COM
plet,ly cnveloped her form. and fell over her
face. She wore it in this way all the evening,
ami II had the effect of toning down the flush OF
excitement which suffused her face. Mr.. Hale
is good locking. and has the reputation OF con-
derahie ability. Indeed he is considered one
OF rising men OF the lower house OF Congress.
MIS-. Chandler was dressed in rich rose-colored
SIX, low neck and short sleeves, with necklace
and her ornaments of diamonds. Her dress
was almost covered with costly lace. The rooms
we're fragrant with the perfume of flowers The
po' zeal idea OF marriage bell was beautifully
carried out in one composed OF the choicest
vi lite flowers, with tongue of scarlet geranium.
This was suspended from the arch between the
hlst and second parlor, while large ball of
flowers depended from the doorway TO the third
PaTlor. Eyergreens were tastefully draped
over all the entrances, while baskets of
no Se1s were on all the stands and mantels.
he President and Mrs. Grant and the Vice
+ esldent and Mrs. Colfax were among the few
lr s1nt at the Ceremony, but did not remain
hng afterwards. Sir Edward Thornton at
tend ii the reception, but Lady Thornton was
suffering frt m a cold and was not present
Srsatiy to The regret q her friends. who had
Judge Bradley and his pretty petite Young daugh-
'er we're presd mt. Miss Bradey'wore becoming
toi ct of Iose-coored silk. Mr.. and Mrs James
{. k,Inedy were ACCOMPANIED by Mrs Rich
II ond Aulick. Mrs. Kennedy was locking en-
ut mely well, and wore an exquisite dress OF lilac
gauze deliberately trimmed with the same ma
terlal and rich lace. Mrs. Aulick. a. all times
handsome, appeale | TO the greatest advantage.
Htr dress was heavy black silk, with black
lace RIFLES over white muslin side plcatings:
the corsage was deccIlette, showing the per-
ltct neck and shoulders, white and smooth
as they were sculptured i'm marble
oudge SWayne was present with his son AMI
daughter. Miss Swayne wss looking very
charming, and as usual was surrounded by gen.
Tie men who appeared to appreciate her animal
ed conversation. She wore "A mauve silk trained
skirt, with an oy,rdress of white muslin and
Ial ard MIS-. Creswen were ACCOMPANIED by
MISS NJ ,lntyre. Both ladies were faultlessly
Gre: sed and looked very handsome. Mrs. Ores
wells dress of an indescrihable shade of
SILK, one OF the new shades of leather color.
tr mined with the same and brown velvet and
fringe in beautif ii designs. Among some OF the
oher ladies, VIII sc toiiettes were conspicuously
elegant, were Mrs Secretary Fish, Mrs. Senator
COrtett, Mrs. Williams, wife of our new cabinet
offcer, Mrs. Senator sherman, Miss Fcnton
MIS-. General Babcock, Airs. Moore, the Misses
flsier, Miss Steele, Miss Van WICK, and Mrs.
Brtw WIN Among the other gentlemen and ladies
Of dktinCton who attended were Secretaries
Delal o Fish, RobesOn. Belknap, and Boutwell,.
The latter accompanied by Mrs and Miss Bout
"el;i Judge Williams, Senators Sherman, An
thony, Fenton, Logan and Frelinghuysen. Gen.
Eorace Porter, General Babcock, Commissioner
Strains OF music were waited from a room
set apart for the Marine band; but there was no
danclng, though many pretty feet were longiDgly
beating time when a lively galop or waltz was
played. The supper was enjoyed with the re 81
OF arpetites sharpened by the cold weather out
slde. Before leaving, every one visited the
roc ms set apart for the display of the offerings
OF loving and generous friends The gift from
Mr.: and Mrs. Chandler was the most prominent
as II was service OF solid silver the frosting
and workmanship were exquisite Silver for
choice specimens of iewelry. There was brooch
OF solid piece of pink coral, oval i'm shape, and
very long; this was set around with large pearls
There was pair of handsomcly-chasedg gold
bands for the arms, and necklace and ear rings
OF gold as fine as lace work. Mrs. Creswells
present was a superb bronze. An exquisit.
Iearl fan came from Hamilton Fish. jr.. and a
large bible from the parents Of Mr.. Hale
The entertainment of the Choral Society.
lastevening, at Masonic Hall, was characteristic
OF The energy and good taste OF that organiza-
ton, being most successfully managed through
out. The affair was complimentary to the mac
tive INC mbers of the society, and the prog anime
consisted OF a brief concert which was succeeded
by dance. The musical part Of the programme
was well rendered, the choruses being especi-
ally fine. MrS. Elliot, Who is better known in
New crk As a vocalist than in this city. having
only recently made Washington her home. pos
seSsts soprano voice OF rare power and much
purity. She Is remarkably careful singer. and
our musical circles may feel grattied az the ap-
pearanCe in their midst Ut such an artist
Ar. sherman, the director OF the Choral
Society. conducted with his usual care and ease
Immediately after the concert the seats were
removed, and the audience prepared to spend
the remainder of the evening in the enjoyment
OF the dance, which was suggested BY the Orches-
TIA i'll the gallery, under the leadership of Donch
ATorg the audience were the following ladies
ana gentlemen. patrons OF the Chorals:-BarOn
Won SchlOser, the German Minister; Count Van
Auken, OF the German Legation: A X. Shep-
herd and lady; Ge.eral y. l.. ,Jeflres wife and
daughter; Hallet kilbOurn, w. S. Huntington
Hon. Charles Eldrdge, General and Mrs. Allen
General Mussey, Franklin Philip, Mr. H. Sem
ken, the Misses cellars, OF Georgetown: Mrs
May, Mrs. General Rutherford, Mr.. A s. Solo
mons and daughters, Miss Katy McMa hon, Mr..
Sanders, MIR. Berkau, Mr.. Buxton, Miss Steele
Miss Davis, Mrs. Lawrence. OF Brooklyn; Col
and Mrs. Mason, Miss West. of Louisiana: Mr.
J. HodswoTth Gordon, Miss McCeeney, Miss
Kate Roach, Miss Young, DIR. Young, Mr. and
Mrs. IL. A. Blood Mr.. Brihkm of baltimore;
Mrs. Paschal, Miss Paschal, Mrs. Sherman,
Capt. Laid, OF the Chronicle, and many others
i he ladies were in full evening costumes and
most OF the dresses were extremely elegant and
tasteful. Many of them were well worth de-
tailed description, but we have not space TODAY
for such indulgence. The duties II reception
and the floor were in charge OF Messrs. L. j
Davis, $. X: Bond, II. c. Sherman, s. G
Young D. L. Burnett, j. Jouy, w. II. Burnett
W. a. Widney, +. DToop, DIR. q. y. French III
I. Pearson, and A. Z. Bradley. Throughout
he affair was most ENJOYABLE, and one OF the
CIV dences OF its coed management was that at
W. understand is the first of series of enter
tainments of this character which the Choral,
propose during the season. \ grand maSdue
ball. after the manner OF the New York Lgider-
AranZ entertainments, will be given by The
Cbcrals Immediately before Lent.
TIE Zevely-Upperman wedding last eve
ming brought together large assemblage OF the
friends OF both families, and the reception held
at the residence of the brides parents after the
ceremony was greatly enjoyed by those present
Many OF the dresses were very handsome.
The long-talked-of marriage Of Olive 10
gan and Mr. VIM. Writ Skies took place at their
residence, purchased with their joint earnings
in New York on Tuesday, according to previous
announcement in the presence OF a large COM
pany OF invited guests. The bride wore a travel
ing dress of brown corded silk, corsage made
slightly PompadOur, skirt with demi train and
bouf1ant erskirt Of the stuff the whole trimmed
with vandyked points under box-plaits edged
with pipings, ALI of the same stuff Her Ornament,
were cor al and gold, and her hair was arranged
In the latest style OF French plaits. Mr. Sykes
appeared in Prince Albert coat and waistcoat
OF dark blue diagonal, pantaloons of light gray
scarf fastened with a large coral slide.
and Lavender kids. He wore q bunch of blush
rosebuds on the left lapel of his coat
Referring to the happy pair the New York SIN