Montgomery County sentinel. [volume] (Rockville, Md.) 1855-1974, 1882-02-03

same again, and thus succeed Senator Cor
man. 1t is also reported with much conf
dence that Mr.. Cotton is the choice of Sena-
tor German for President of the Canal
Fashionable society is already much ex-
ercised at the near approach Of Lent. Ash
Wednesday occurs this year on the 22nd of
February, and of course puts an end to fes-
tivities Of every kind Ordinarily Lent is
welcomed as a grateful relief from the ex-
citing rounds of fashionable dissipations-a
breathing space between the Winter and
Summer campaigns, but this season it comes
rather soon. The bellies of society will not
have wearied of the round Of Germans, re-
ceptions, operas, theatre parties, &C., and it
is to be feared that few Of them will be pre-
pared by the 22nd Of February to enter
| placdly upon the season Of fasting and self
sacrifice. The Laao Of society, prescribing the
strict observance of Lent is as rigid as the
canons of the church, and society must be
obeyed. For many fascinating young
lady, therefore, Lent will this year imply
something more than formal observance
of the fasts and religious duties prescribed
/ by the church. 1t will mean the surrender
Of conquests scarcely completed, the forced
abstention from enjoyments which have not
yet lost their freshness and charm, the pre-
mature retirement into sackcloth and ashes
Of young debutantes who have not yet tired
Of their ball costumes. How hard it is to
be slave to society, and yet the world
presses against the collar as willingly as the
dunn beast of the pillow.
In conversation yesterday with W. w.
Rapley, Esq, one of your most active and
enterprsing citizens, Mr.. II. remarked that
whilst he appreciated the confidence of the
many who had expressed the desire to have
him act as President of the Agricultural
Society, yet private interests of considerable
magnitude rendered it absolutely impossible
for him to SO act. Mr.. II. expressed much
regret at the seeming stagnant condition Of
the Society, and said that 1t was great mis-
fortune to the agricultural interests of thu
county that it was not in a flourishing con
dtion. Its proximity to the National Capt.
tai, its easy approach, its beautiful natura
beauties and facilities, and situated in q
rich and populous country, it ought to bt
an ornament as well great impetus to the
agricultural interests Of the county. You
correspondent is satisfied that Mr.. Rapley
is just the man that this Society needs a
this time.
]. w. Albaugh, Esq, formerly OF Balt
more, Maryland, but now of New York anc
Long Branch, who purchased few months
since the Fowler estate in Berry's district, i!
hard at work identifying the entire prop
erty with shade trees of every variety and
will shortly add the most finished and artistic
improvements for his future residence. 81
far Mr.. Albaugh likes Montgomery bette
than his home in New York or Long
Branch Why should he not? All strangers
who visit or make Montgomery their home
find but one falkland that is the intolera
BILE bad condition Of the public roads. |
your people want to invite immigration into
their midst, this matter must be looked into
The National Theatre is the great fashion
able centre of attraction in the way o
amusement at Washington this winter
The very best talent of the country has beer
employed. The great tragedian of the age
John Mccullough, is playing to crowded
houses this week. The Wednesday an(
Saturday Matinees, at reduced prices, affort
a iare and delightful opportunity for par
ties throughout the county to hear thi
distinguished actor. Mccullough plays OF
Friday, King Lear; Saturday Matinee, In
gomar, and Saturday evening, Richard Ill
The Gladiator, his great piece, is in prepare
ton. Those who are fond OF splendid act
ing should not loose this opportunity
Emmtt is to succeed Mccullough.
ORION.
Washington, Feb 2nd. 1882.