Staunton spectator. [volume] (Staunton, Va.) 1849-1896, 1881-01-11
Letter From Mt. Scion.
MT. SoLoN, January 18th

MT. SoLoN, January 7th.
EDS. SPECTATOR Notwithstanding the very
extreme weather during the holidays, with q
inches of snow and the thermometer ranging
from Ii degrees below zero on Wednesday to o
degrees below zero at O'Clock Thursday morn
ing, the usual Christmas festivities were en-
joyed.
The oyster supper and Fair, held on Thurs
day night for the benefit of the M. E. Church,
was decided success. The Hall was crowded
to its utmost capacity by lively and brilliant
throng, all of whom seemed intent upon en-
Joy1ng themselves and spending their surplus
change. The fancy tables were tastefully ar
ranged and gracefully presided over by angels
In human garb, whose earnest pleading and
bewitching smiles were irresistible to the aver
age man. The Christmas tree dropped beneath
its load of ornamental and useful articles.
many of which were disposed of at fair prices.
The oysters were served la mode, and the
gusto with which they were enjoyed showed
that the efforts of the sable cook were duly ap-
preciated. Much credit is due Mr.. J. w. Beaver,
whose able management of the whole affair
contributed largely to its success.
On Friday night. an entertainment for the
same purpose, consisting of dramatic plays,
tableaux, &C., was given by the young people
under the management of j. Luther Shepp.
The Last Loaf was admirably presented. ALI
the characters were well sustained, particu-
la rly that of Patty Jones. by Miss Laura Clark
whose cool self possession and entire realiza-
ton and conception of the character she ass
sumed, with her originalIand captivating de-
livery, gave evident indications of ability of no
ordinary measure.
The tableau, the Bridal Wine Cup" was re-
ceived with much applause. Miss Willie Cupp,
who personated the Bride, made a decided hit
In her snowy bridal costume, with flowing veil
and orange wreath. she was simply magn1n-
cent and lovely beyond expression. Her rem
dition Of the appeal not to taste the sparkling
wine brought tears to the eyes of more than
one in that audience
The whole concluded with the laughable
farce-"The mischievous Niger"
A brilliant reception was held at the resi-
dence of Capt. J. H. Todd on Friday night. The
bellies and beaux of the surrounding country
thronged the spacious mansion. All went
merry as a marriage bell, while mirth and wit
held high carninal until a late hour.
A surprise party, on Saturday night, invaded
the premises of DR.. Clark, took possession, and
proceeded to enjoy themselves until the small
hours warned them to djsperse. The worthy
DR.. and his estimable lady entered heartily into
oAO spun 70, oAu bi1Ppcu buc IlSub SblC tOO
with enjoyment as keen as the most juvenile
of their guests.
Capt. Samuel Paul, though slowly improving,
is still confined to his room.
A little son of Mr.. E. M. Floyd, while skating
| on the Paper Mill dam on the "cold Friday"
broke through and came near losing his life.
Mr.. II. F. Hanna. in his attempt to rescue the
little fellow, also broke through, but beyond a
thorough wetting, received no injury.
| On Saturday night last Mt. Scion Council,
No. 50, F. of T.. installed the following officers
President, Theo. Stombock; Associate, Blanch
Paul; Chaplain, Jacob Fifer; Secretary, D..
Bruno; Financial Secretary, ]. R. Piper; Treas
urer, 81. G. Hanna; Conductor, Miller Rogers !;
Assistant Conductor, J. L. Shepp; I. s., J. W.
Hopewell; o. s., b. F. Hanna.
The Temperance Union, composed of the
| Councils Of this and Rockingham county, will
meet in this place on Thursday next, at which
time it is expected some important steps will
be taken regarding the Temperance work.
| Feelings.