Saint Mary's beacon. [volume] (Leonard Town, Md.) 1867-1983, 1872-03-07

Poin: Lookout. I
March Srd. 1872 |

Bleak aud Jrear though the Winter
has been, this section Of eur county has
tecn gaycr than any preceding one for
the lass SIX years. attributable somewhat
to recovery from the wars consequent
depression. bu, more particularly to the
fact that our younger generation arc ma
king their debut upon the boards Of soctc-
~. Gu, of as We are during this gloomy
period from the more excitable world. there
is fortunately. in our midst. an elemen, Of
| intelligence and hospitality that serves
admirably the purpose of willing away
most agreeably the tedium of this pcnt up
season. As illustrated in the hearty vel
come 10 genial 6rcsides. the pleasant con-
vening for Tcrpsichoreaa enjoyment,
graocd by the beauty aud vivacisy of the fair
sex. and the urbanity Of ST. Inigoes gentle
men.
L, not having been my fortune 10 attend
the many social gatherings that have been
given. / can only speak Of tina, which
took place at Point Lookout on the 18th
ult given by the Chesapeake Clab.' an
organization lately formed by the gentle
men of the Point with the view Of pleas
ant evenings among themselves, as also an
occasional Reunion with their outside
friends under tho Clubs hospitable aus
pieces. which was most delightfully."- inaugu-
rated or tiie evening aforesaid by dance.
supper, aud loves sweet nothings.
| The entertainment was given at the
"Iilla." and under the management Of
Club members, the arrangements were as
comfortable, commodious. and recherche.
rs could have been desired by the most
fastidious. Entering the passage way. on
the right was the ballroom. on the left
the supper-room. and in the rear Of both
room for gentleman. with appliances for
rigging up" Above. were two rooms
set apart for the ladies, where all the vrdina-
~ essentials for toilette mysteries were sup
piled; and. at the head of the stairs (for
this occasion) was the private Club room.
looking very inviting with IFS fro,hy egg
nog. its ingredients for Tom and Jerry"
wines. and plain liquors. 4 very popu-
lar room | assure you. Descending from
this coy spot with the roots of ones hair
tingling, and CHANGING in upon the sup
per-room. We found a lengthy table ar
! ranged with great taste by the kindness
of Mrs. Co.. Mrs ii. and Miss e., with a
side table covered with roast. baked, and
boiled turkeys; old and new hams. beef.
''possum &c, aud another. containing n
delicious assortment OF contectious. Gol-
den. silver. Washington, club. aud jelly,
other varieties of cake. Awaiting the
honr OF appointment were great luscious
| Point Lookout oysters TO be served in style
tina: would have satisfied the daintest ep-
icurc. The rooms were thoroughly light
cd and heated, the music excellent. aud
the evening s enjoyment was commenced
with the most agreeable impressions,
which were happily sustained throughout
by the interchangeable and courteous attcn-
! tion of the Club to each and every CUES,
whose enjoyment seemed their only con
Germ. To Mr.. S. &. belonged the pleas
ant duty of receiving the guests. direct
ing them to their apartments, and gencr-
ally supervising the comfort of the ladies.
4 task he performed to the satisfaction OF
all, as well rs. himself. Mcssrs. II. and
ii. {. cared that the respective wants at
the supper table were puuctua!ly and
correctly answered while Messrs d., q. :,
b. Ii. 5. and +. S. attended gener ally to
the different requirements.
To mention this delightful party would
be incomplete we're l to neglect the chief
charm Of the evcning-viz: the ladies and
their toilcttes; yet, before so much that
dazz!cd your correspondents unaccus.omed
eyes. he deemed it better to defer to the
opinion Of more critical judges of beauty
and furbelow, and give you the on dit vi
the assembled ones by majority.
Who was the Le ie is generally the first
question. There are so many distinct adj
vocates for the respective claims of their
fair ones present. that. per force, was
compelled tor submit this most importan,
decision to the Club, whose verdict,
must say, was unanimously sustained tina,
Miss N. f.. daughter of our deservedly
popular citizen j. A. T.. stands, or rathel
danced that night the ackuo wledged belle
Of course yoa want to know the style and
dress Of declared belle among such attrac.
ton. Well. Miss f. is tall we'll formed
light brown hair, dressed with back braid
looped up and pendent carls. an UNUSUAL,
bright full brown eye, rather fair complex
ion. afable smile. and animated manners
Her dress, black with lace collar ant cuff.
and plaid trimmings.
Admiring eyes. and constant applica.
tions for her hand (fcr the dance. Mr.. l.. J
points Miss l.. L., daughter of our es.
teemed citizen j. II L., as one of the
chief attractions of the evening. This il
Miss LIS 6rst Winter ..out" and she prom.
Uses one of the most charming acquisitions
to old st. Mary's society. | would ad.
wise Mr.. L., TO tighten his horseback.
Her style blonde-her dress 4 drab trim.
med with black velvet.
Opposite is daughter Of the ..old Do.
mirion," Miss MI, whose bright ewes
and winning manners held unclaimed q
circle of admirers. She has light hair
handsomely braided in form Of chignon,
with crimps in front-hazel eyes that fash.
ed tender things unmeaningly. and a
neat figure becomingly draped in maroon
with white awiss over-skirt auted and
trimmed with lace.
And there. too, were those favori,es of socie
ty, the Misses G.. and J. NJ, in dress. deport.
ment and attraction, what they always are
| perfect ladies