Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1872-01-04
Society.

administration of affairs in the clouds above,
and the good old clerk of the weather, who for
three winters presided with so much GENIAL
warmth, and sent such sunshine into our homes,
has been removed, and a cold, unsy mpsthetic
old fellow put in his place. II is a malicious
clerk too. Witness how he spoiled our New
Years day receptions; and his spite continues,
for yesterday was the first reception day of the
ladies of the Cabinet, and lowering clouds and
misty driZzle continued all the afternoon. We
wish there was commune TO cut short his
rain. Those who were brave enough 70 despise
and defy the elements were rewarded by finding
hat they were evidently expected. and that
hospitable provision had been made to make
thom forget and leave behind all that was disa-
greeable. The dark day necessitated the light
ing Of the gas, which, OF course. added bril-
liancy to the receptions The ladies receiving
seemed very grateful for the attention shown by
their guests.
- The house of the new Attorney General
promises TO he a favorite rendezvous for the
season. Mrs. Williams manners are so pleas
ant and cordial that every one soon feels at
ease, and can look around and admire the taste
Of the fair hostess in the arrangement and fur
nishing Of her house. Mrs. Williams possesses
great personal beauty, and looked extremely
well yesterday in dress of blue AMI white
of same, bound with blue silk, and trimmed
across the front breadth. Miss Ramsey
daughter of the Senator from Minnesota, re-
ceived with Mrs. Williams: She is tall, finely
formed girl, with beautiful face, and dresses
With exquisite taste. She wore blue silk, with
BEAUTIFUL lace, and etruscan gold jewelry. This
IS only Miss Ramsey's second season in society
There was table with refreshments i'm the ex-
iehsive parlors, over which many were tempted
10 liHger longer than the time usually allotted
20 calls, where so many were to be made.
- The house of the Postmaster General was
as usual, most gracefully presided over by Mrs
Creswell and her sister. Miss Mcintyre. The
first object that attracts attention upon entering
her beautiful saloon is the bright, cheerful fire
in a low CRATE. This cheers the dropping spirits
Of the moist individuals, fresh from the damp
ness outside, and when the delicate, refined
looking lady takes your hand, and in a sweet
voice bids you welcome, you feel that it is good
to be there. Soon you are drawn to the ball
room by sweet strains of music, and find few
taking just one turn. Every one says something
kind and pleasant, and you feel that the dear
old days have returned, and that the reunions
are as charming as ever.
- Mrs. Colfax was alone in receiving, but she
is now so well acquainted in Washington that
she does not need any one to relieve her of the
embarrassment of meeting strangers. Mrs
Mathews is much better, and was well enough
last evening to come down from her room and
dine with the family.
- Mrs. and Miss Boutwell, received a great
many calls.
- The parlors at the house of the Secretary,of
he Interior were also crowded at times during
the afternoon.
- Mrs. Freeman Clark, the Misses Clark, and
At the house of the Secretary OF War, Mrs.
Bower, Miss Belknap, and Miss Worthington
received. The popularity of the Secretary, as
well as that OF the ladies of his household was
manifested by the great number of calls that
we're made. 1t gives pleasure to the Secretary's
friends that he again has home circle.
- One of the topics OF conversation yesterday
gas, that ere long there may be the opportunity
If attending once more the brilliant receptions
# Mrs. Fish. The Secretary has two houses in
view. One of them is the house OF Mr.. Hoop
ct, corner of 18th and II SITS. Mrs. Fish will re-
turn from New York as soon as a house is secur-
d. Young Mrs. Hamilton Fish was among
those making calls.
Invitations have been sent here from Mil
waukie for the marriage OF Miss Mary Whiting
to Mr.. Francis X. Adams. The ceremony is to
take place at st. Paul's Church, Milwaukee,
January Is, at IL O'Clock a. III. The bride will
have a reception the day she is married, at the
house other sister, Mrs. John NJ. Miller. There
S also a card of Mr.. and Mrs. Miller for rcep-
lions on January 9th and 31st No doubt this
will be brilliant affair, and the numerous
friends of Miss Whiting wish her much happi-
ness
Mrs. f. ID. f. y. Seuthworth, the novelist,
will receive her friends at her residence, Pros
peet Cottage, George town, every Monday even
ing al from to 10 O'Clock, instead OF ON Friday
.yenings rs heretofore.