Ellsworth American. [volume] (Ellsworth, Me.) 1855-current, 1874-12-03
Letter from Boston.
Prom our Boston Correspondent
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From our Boston Correspondent
BosToS Nov 30.
RECEPTION ~ HONOR OF cHAs. BRApLAUGn
Probably no Engii,hman ever came TO our
shores who has received moro attention than
Mr.. Charles Bradlaugh. Several reception,
have been rendered him, but none exceeded in
elegance and brilliancy the one given him last
Friday evening, by Mrs.. Abbott Carleton al
her residence, % Union Park. The parlor.
were beautifully decorated with smilax and
flowers; baskets Of lovely floral offerings were
on the table,, and pretty little bouquets with
trailing vines filed every niche and corner OF
the rooms. About one hundred and iifty per-
sons were gathered there 10 meet the distin-
guished guest, most OF whom arc well known
in the musical, literary, and political circle. Of
Boston and vicinity. Many of the ladies were
richly and elegantly dressed, which added to
the beauty Of the occasion, and fine music was
furnished by few prescnt. About half past
nine, Rev. DR.. Miner made few very pleasant
and congratulatory remarks in his apt manner.
and was followed by Hon. Geo d. Loring who
spoke wittily and to the point. Mr.. Bradlaugh
then responded, and in finely chosen words
thanked the friends present, for the manicsta-
tons OF kindness shown him. Mrs. Carleton
then asked Mr.. J. b. Smith to say a few word,
he came forward, and in touching and feeling
language mentioned the name Of Charles Sum
ner, who had paid Mr.. Bradlaugh 50 much
homage during his previous visit here; to
which Mr.. Bradlaugh tenderly replied, and
I spoke in the warmest terms of one with whom
som ham
the evening Mr.. Smith presented Mr.. b. with
complete set of the works of Charles Sumner
which was accompanied by the following note
Dear Brother Brddldugh -
Please accept the legacy that Sumner len TO
The world. From your Friend,
b. SMITH.
AT ten o'clock supper was announced and
the company adjourned TO the dining-room
where ample provision had been made for re-
freshments. The company dispersed a, about
eleven o'clock, and all expressed themselves "a
having passed very pleasant evening. Mr.
| Bradlaugh left Saturday morning for the WDr
where he will make short lecture tour
THANKSGIVING DAY.
| We had most lovely day for Thanksgiving
and it passed of about As usual, in family
gatherings where the principal occupation was
eating and drinking and feasting. Union ser
vices were held in many of the churches. but
judging from the crowded trains on the rail-
roads, one would think they must have been
poorly attended. Much was given TO the poor
and it is thought that they were all provided
with the necessary food, for at least that day.
and it made many gathering far happier, for
knowing that they had contributed to the needs
of others and helped brighten other homes be-
| fore their own table was ladened SO heavily
with the luxuries of the day.
MISCELLANEOUS ITEMS.
The great Dramatic event of the week will
be the opening Of the new Globe Theatre on
| Thursday evening, on which occasion a portion
| Of Days Fifth Avenue Theatre Company of
New York will play, assisted by other able
talent. 1t is the handsomest theatre ever
erected in this city.
Owing to DR.. j. q. Hollands inability to
finish his new lecture, he will not lecture in the
Old Bay State Course As advertised next
Thursday evening. Instead will be given a
concert by the Temple Quartette, Miss Afie
WINERY, and 3. Shuebruk the cornet PLAYER.
A fair IL being held at the great Catholic
Cathedral, and crowds Of people visit them
night and day to examine the rich articles
sGsgsd for sale,