The Brookhaven ledger. (Brookhaven, Miss.) 1875-1883, 1882-08-03
Rodney and MeadyilIe D0tfinns
MEANWHILE. Jnly 24th 1873;

MEANWHILE Jnly oath, 1882.
EDITOR LEDGER
We attended the closing exercises of the
Poplar Grove school, in Jefferson county,
last Friday, under the auspices of Miss NJ.
Ella Magee. The aim of her work has been
to enable the scholars to study reason, and
work for themselves. The programme was
varied and interesting. The ease, grace
and precision of the examination showed
careful teaching and patient care of their
conscientious teacher. angels of Beuna
VISTA" Miss Roxie Jones, was creditably
rendered. "The Wonderful One Hoss Shay"
Walter Edwards, was spoken in clear and
distinct tone. "rhe Provoking Lover"
Miss Lula Jones, was rendered in charm
ing manner. The Rev. Mr.. Chastian was
introduced and delivered an eloquent and
appropriate address, which was deservedly
applauded. "Give me three grains of corn"
Edgar Edwards, in an admirable manner.
SANDY and Ned" Miss Lena Jones; excel
lent for one so young. "Cover them over"
Miss Mollie Jones; given with fervor. "Mr
Hanback,, on man from the monkey"
Clay Jones; showed he appreciated his
piece, in the way it was delivered. "Cur-
few must not ring tonight" Miss Mary
Gunnels; rendered in such style as to dis
play unusual talent. Rev. J. A. Snyder
was then introduced to the audience. His
address was easy, natural and In such Ian
guage as showed mastery of subject, "Earth-
ly Nobility" Miss Magee, who has brought
the winsome power of kindness to her aid,
has linked the little hearts to her own with
bonds SO strong that she can influence them
readily to- every good and generous habit
to diligence, good behavior and kindly
manners.
The anticipated lawn party, given for the
benefit of the Methodist and Baptist minis
tiers OF this immediate neighborhood, came
off last Thursday night. Notwithstanding
the inclement weather good audience as
sembled at the Courthouse, where the tables
groaned under the delicious viands which
had been prepared by the ladies of Mead
vile for the occasion. Wishing to ascer-
tain the most popular young lady, cake
was presented for sale and votes were put at
five cents each. After a desperate contest
between the friends of Misses Laura Whit
ley and Daulton Smith, Miss Laura was
declared the victor. When the evening ex-
ercises had CLOSED the young folks were in
vited to sociable at the residence of Mr.
Whitley, where they participated in social
enjoyment, and dull care for while was
banished and pleasure reigned supreme
Many thanks to Mr.. Whitley for hospitali-
ties extended. The following committee of
arrangements rendered valuable service:
Messrs. E. H. Wentworth, C. F. Williams,
T. J. Scott, Walter Irving and Capt. J. w.
LeGette.
One Of those social events was given
at the commodious mansion of that
genial and clever gentleman, Capt. s. F.
Williams. The house was crowded with
handsomely dressed ladies, and We were en-
tertained BY the evolution Of the darlings
until the wee small hours of morn. The
fair sex of Meadyille certainly looked
charming. Miss Spencer, Of Summit, who
is the guest Of Mrs. Williams, was present.
She is a very attractive young lady, and
has created quite sensation among the
young men. Much praise is due the Cap
tain and his lady for their hospitality. The
party, ip every way, was q success, but we
hope in the future to record more brilli-
ant affair at the above named place.
w, B,