The south Kentuckian. [volume] (Hopkinsville, Ky.) 1879-1883, 1880-01-06
LAFAYETTE.

Christmas was inauguratct in La
fayettc some time before its actual
advest. Commencing with the social
hop. given by the young gentlemen
OF the more than two weeks ago. We
were not in attendance but under
stand, from reliable authority, that il
was a decided success on the part OF
the two young gentlemen who were
chief managers, and who displayed
mdiSputed gallantry on that occa-
sion, one of them escorting fivcyoung
ladies', the other aiae thereby eclips-
ing 1.-The traditional seven p The
gayeiios many rated there have con-
tinned up to the present with undi-
unfinished zest.
| Tuesday, Dec. 23rd. Mrs. A. P.
Coils entertained the little folks,
while those of larger growth storm
ell Mrs.J. Y. Hester.
Wednesday, 24th.-Much to the
annoyance OF everyone it raincd and
sleeted from early morn until night
fall, in consequence the oyster supper
for the benefit of the Methodist
church, was postponed. The inclem-
cncy OF the weather did not in the
least impede the coming OF "Santa
Claus" The Chrstmas-tree at the
High School was prolific souce OF
enjoyment and amusement and show
ed clearly and coDclusivciy that it
had beenisuccessfully engrafted, the
yield was abundant and ofevery va
riety of fruit, from "a banana and n
stick of candy" TO an elegant watch
and chain. fit indeed be true that
coming events cast their shadows
BEFORE" then the presentation of
those six door mats should rather
prepare certain young lady of our
acquaintance, (who looketh well to
the ways of her household.) for
"some body's &C ming despite the
weather and while the amiable and
generous donor rather fears repeii-
ton of household melodies, unlike
Longfcllow has no desire ITO leave
the foot prints behind" him.
On the 25th Dir. and Mrs. N. M.
Edwards opened their hospitable
doors to the young people. 1t is
needless to say that the evening was
a most enjoyable, one and all left
wishing that Christmas came oftener
than once year.
Friday evening the debating club
kindly added 10 the pleasure of the
holidays. Subject: ais the fear Of
pnnishmenta greater incentive to ex-
ertion than the nope of reward." The
arguments on both sides were forci-
bic, eloquent and 10 The point, replete
with wit and humor. The jury gave
their decision in favor of the aifirma-
tive. The young gentlemen, Messrs.
Boyd, Hall, Carter and Merry Ed
ward, who spoke, are each of decided
promise, and destined to fill posts of
honor, no matter where thrown.
Saturday evening. The debuian-
tees still nnsatisiied and irrepressible
storlnod Capt YIN. Hester. Mrs.
K. W. Tuck, MS hostess, won golden
opinions" from all. In addition to a
feast ofreason and a flow of soul, the
music was q decided feature in the
evenings entertainment, to which
Miss Addie Oldham and Jennie An
Gin contributed q greatldeai.
Sunday.--Bro. Ledford filed the
Methodist pulpit. Bro. Moblcy, on
account Of the weather, was unable
to keep his appointment OIL Sunday
evening.
Monday.-Mr. r. J. Cooper and
wife received and entertained the
young ladies and gentlemen of the
town in their happiest style.
Tucsday.--The young gentlemen
somewhat encouraged by their lust
venture, gave another of their "inim-
liable social hops" at which the bells
and beaux chased The glowing hours
with flying feet until the wee sma
hours avant the twal.'
Wednesday. The elite of the town
and country were entertained delight
fully at DR.. G. j. Northington's, and
this ends the weeks completeness
We trust all our readers have had al
merry Christmas. We turn from
death to life, from shadows to sum
shine, from the dead old year 10 the
new, hoping and wishing that it may
bring individually, renewed joys !;
politically, peace and prosperity and
to Lalayette--a rail road |! "
Mr.. Samuel Brame' and bride, nee
Miss Bette Myze, of Cadiz, passed
through town this evening, en- route
for their home in the country. They
have the best wishes of many friends
for happy future. Jos.
OLIVE BRANCH.