Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1873-02-21

Society
No dancing reception OF h. season presented
a more brillisst appearance than taet of Mrs.
Albert Ray, yesterday afternoon. The gas in
the ballroom was lighted; many of the young
ladies we're in evening dress the Mrsic was de-
lghtful, and every one seemed in the best Of
spirits. Mrs. Ray was assisted by Mrs. Ross
Ray and Miss Mason, who rarelyi.eft her post
to join the thrOng OF dancers. Miss Ella
Ray, in one OF her exquisite toilets, which are
always adjusted with the style OF a Parisenne
infused fe and animation I'm thedancin g room
where she moved about with the ease and grace
Of sylrh. Many Of the most beautiful dancers
were on the floor at one time, among them the
graceful daughter OF the President, whose UNI
affected natural manner is theEhe of adini-
ration. The wonder with all is that Miss Nellie
Grant remains so unspOiled. There were pres
ent at this reception Mrs. Fish, Mrs. Deiano
Mrs. Creswell, Miss Mcintyre, Madame de
Noaiiles, Mrs. General Rickeft.. DIR. Magruder.
MI. Edwards, Miss Wool, Mrs. COstin, Mr.
CostiE, MIR. Hill, Mr.. Gilmore; Q nd Miss Stew art
who wore an elegant dress OF Nile green silk.
with pOiOnaise Of black silk richly brOcaded IN
colors, and trimmed with fringe; n black sash.
with brocaded ends. was gracefully disposed
about the drapery. Mrs Trabue and Miss Da-
vies, ct Louisville, were also among the callers
here.
- Mrs. and the Misses FTelinghuysen held a
crowded reception, which Ess elegant, as all
their entertainments are. Among those present
at this reception were Mrs. Gen. Marcy and her
intelligent young daughter; Colonel Floyd
Miss Lee, Mrs. Judge Richardson, Mrs. Free
man Clark, Miss Clark, MIR. FranauelO, Mr.
Charlton, Mr.. Hengervar, AMI many others.
- Mrs. Redfern held beautiful reception in
her charming house, which Has rendered bril-
liantgithout the aid of music dancing. Mrs.
Redeem was assisted by young lady relative
Nearly all those before messioned were among
her callers.
Mrs. James c. Kenneiys was one Of the
delightful houses that was Opsa yesterday. The
many strangers in the city are much gratified
by the cordial hospitality tiey receive here
during their sOjOurn Of a few days.
The beautiful and amisbls Mrs. Senator
Cole gave another dance to the young folks,
thereby rendering her daughter and niece very
happy, not only on their own account, but
because OF their friends. Miss Eva Stevenson
received with them. most agrees BILE company
was present, and six O'Clock found them still
dancing.
Madame Blacque received wis., her usual
grace and elegance. Her parlors were crowded
with the members Of the diplomatic corps and
the best society OF the city. Ma6emoiselle
PrutigrOso aided her sister in en- tertaihing.
Mrs. Austin p. Brown had dancing at her
reception yesterday afterno on, Nv hich vas quite
largely attended and seemed to be greatly en-
jOyea.
Sir Edward and Lady Thornton gave their
last card reception last evening. They are so
charming as host and hostess that they receive
few regrets, and their company is always select
and elegant. The house is Beautifully arranged
for the display Of dress, as there is a retunda
with the drawing rooms opening from it, and
while in one room those in the other rooms can
be seen. The company meet here only for con-
versatiOn, which Is alwayssprightly and piq uant,
for there are many suggestive elements brought
together. OF course the chief topic of converse
ton just now are the affairs of Spain, as our
society IL affected BY events in that country mas
much as there is fear that the Spanish minister
may be recalled. Admiral Polo Is too great an
acquisition to be parted with without regret.
Another marked feature Of the entertainments
at the British Legation, if the guests could only
bring an appetite with which to enjoy 1t, is the
delicious supper served on such occasions; but
after half . dozen luncheons and possibly a
dinner left only little while before there Is not
much desire left for even an elegant table.
"A very pleasant masquerade party for
young people was given at the residence Of Mr..
John Alexander, on X street, last evening. The
attendance was quite large and the display Of
fancy dresses was exceedingly creditable and
preliminary Of the costumes being well worthy
a more important occasion.
Mrs. Grants afternoon receptions will be
held on Saturday OF each week from to 5 p. m.
until further notice. T..
Airs. Sherman viii be obliged to foreg0 the
pleasure Of receiving her friends on Friday
evening, the 2lst inst.
The Marquis and Madame yoailIes have is
sued inyit.tioss for IN evening reception for
next Tuesday, the 25th inst. . ssT. leI .
Invitations are out for another Of the
charming hops at Wizards Hotel, to be held
February 18th.