Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1873-01-25
Society.

Yesterday was one OF the worst days possible
for visiting. There was Seet on the ground and
snow in the air. Even carriage company did
not venture to make many calls. The Friday
ladies were at home as usual, and were very
cordial in their greeting to all who called, very
naturally appreciating the compliment Of yisi-
tors more than on bright day.
In the evening Judge and Mrs. Strong, as
sisted by their daughters, had a reception,
which was attended by a select company. The
invitations for this were not general
The hop at Wizards was a great success,
as how could it help being, when n large bali
room, fine music and elaborate and bountiful
supper were provided all which good things
some OF the most brilliant members of WASH
OF those whose names are well known present,
of whom the following are a few Mrs. Demas
Barnes was elegantly dressed in a rich pink
silk train. with white silk trimmings: superb
jewelry of emeralds and diamonds. Miss Banks
dress was in the oriental style, reminding one
of visions of Lallah Rookh. Mr.. and Mrs. 5. s.
Cox we're accompanied by two lovely young
ladies from New York-Miss Atwater and Miss
Van Clcek. Both were dressed in perfect taste,
and ranked high among the bellies of the eve,
ming. Judge and Mrs Ferris were accompanied
by their young daughter, one Of the happy
debWtGntes of the season. Both mother and
daughter enjoyed the dance. Miss Cake was
very much admired, and wore a lovely dress Of
ashes OF rose colored silk, mingled with blue.
Mrs. W. b. Shaw was much admired, ard
was richly dressed in white pulled tulle
over white silk, with powdered hair.
Mrs. Charles Fisher was accompanied by her
two sisters, the Misses Fisher, who are ALWAYS
| bellies. Mrs. Gen. Scofeld and her daughter
seemed &c enjoy conversation with their mary
friends. Judge and Mrs. Macarthur lent their
aid in making this a memorable occasion, for
after all, what odds is it even if host and hostess
provide bountifaily for the enjoyment of an
| their part towards each other? Mr.. and Mrs.
George Alfred Townsend were among the most
noted present. Governor WarmOth's fine al
pearance and ready conversation rendered him
| quite lion. Judge Poland mingled with the
company, and gave Zest 10 all conversation in
which he took part. Senator Mrs. and Miss Co Q
and Miss Whiting were present,-the ladies rs
usual charmingly dressed and looking bewitci-
| ing, and Senator Cole as always most agreeable.
| Senator, Mrs. and Miss Stewart, were of the
distinguished guests. Mrs. Stewart wore white
| faille. with overdress of illusion. dotted with
green and green trimmings; Miss Stewards
fresh pretty face was the more attractive from
] the flOunces of which alternated with the dead
| leaf shade of brown. Mr.. and Mrs. Mason,
guests OF Mr.. and Mrs. Townsend, added ty
their presence TO the pleasures of the occasion
Mr.. Mason is the editor of the Cleveland Leader
| Then there were MIR. Shaw, MIR. Clifford War
| den, and Mr.. Copeland, the successful CORES
poDlents. Mr.. Copeland was accompanied by
| his pretty little wife. There was Mr.. Ginery
Twitchell, Mr.. and Mrs. LLOYD Williams and
\ daughters, DIR. Magruder, Mr.. Evans Mrs
Reed, Of the marine corps, and General and Mr. !.
hours began to increase.
Tho Hath anniversary Of the birthday of
| Robert Burns is to be celebrated by a reception
| this evening at the residence Of Thomas Wilson
Esq. president of the club, for which cards o.
| invitation have been issued. Mr.. and Mrs
Wilson will be at home from until IL O'Clock
| Among the pleasant things Of a social char
acter looked forward to with special interest is
the annual grand charity ball for the benefit OF
/ the ChilGIen's Hospital II takes Mace This
| year on the 18th of April at Masonic Temple
! and viii doubtless be ne event of the season.
| "A distinS.e wedding took place at Reading
| Pa, last week, between Mr.. Edgar wellee, sou
Of the ex-Secretary Of the Navy, and Miss Sue
Hale, Of Reading. very large and fashiona.
| BILE audience thrOnged the Episcopal cathedral
| ceremony by Bishop De Wolfe Howe. The mar
ried couple left the same evening for a shor,
trip south, after which they Will reside at Hart
| ford. The bride will be pleasantly remembered
here az ONE OF the young lady visitors at the res
| idence Of Mr.. Welles while living In Washing
ton.
4 -Airs K. ID. r. n. Southwark, IL at home Sat
| urday evenings at her residence, Prospect Cot
| tage, Georgetown.