The Canton advocate. [volume] (Canton, D.T. [S.D.]) 1877-1897, 1884-12-11
DECEMBER DAYS.
Amusements and the Attendance =
Dancing Rather Lively-SOcial Mat

i Such meteorological condition as has
been the predominating rule the past foul
weeks would crush the denizen of win
ter-stricken eastern state into shapeless
nonentity-fatten him into silly do odle
bug or volatile mugwump. 1t is simply
stunning. Indian summer in the middle
of December is something a little unusua
to these frozen blizzard districts. and as q
consequence the surprise is somewhat
overpowering But for all that, the ex
pectation of equality of winter frigidity
stares us ia the face, and it is expected
that a double dose will be rendered us in re,
taliation for what is now being undergone,
In the social line matters have been some,
what bubblesome, and assimilated into
order make up the average quota for the
weekly roundup.
HOME THEATRICAL.
A home theatrical company has been
organized in this city, composed Of the
stage-talented portion of the city's social
circle, and under the captain-generalship
of w. NJ. Chapman of the EIroy Comedy
Company will first appear next Thurs
day night, at Bedford Hall, in ''Ticket Of
Leave Man" The play is one that run
1900 nights in London, 500 nights in New
York, but will appear in Canton one
night only. Besides containing all the ell
ements tn at tend to make a drama in
teresting, the rendition at this city
by talent from our midst will make the
evening doubly interesting to those who
delight in the perfection Of a theatrical
performance. The caste is comp osed of
Mr.. and Mrs. Fred L. Stevens, Mr. and
Mrs. G. G. Bagley, A. c. Milliman, G.
E. Judd, Chas. T. Wells and j. w. Tay-
lor, besides the minor characters. Re-
served seats are now on sale at Gaalaas'
jewelry store, at thirt-fve cents.
SOCIAL.
A pleasant party of trends of Mr.. and
Mrs. Arthur Rudolph surprised them at
their home last evening. Early in the
evening the Gate City Band gave them a
delightful serenade, which was the signal
for the company to gather, all of whom
were royalty entertained by our esteemed
towns people, the host and hostess
Owing to the large party the night before
many sent in regrets, being indisposed last
evening, but those fortunate enough to be
present will long remember the social occa-
sion. A tempting repast, and an old set
tiers dance, music furnished by Capt.
Harlan, were interesting features. The
presents were useful and ornamental, the
band presenting a valuable and handsome
teapot. Much credit is due Mrs. j. Kel-
ler for arranging affairs for the anniversary.
A supper and entertainment will be
given by the ladies of the Presbyterian
church at Bedford Hall, beginning We'd
nesday afternoon, December II, and
lasting through the evening. A sump-
tuous dinner will be served at clock,
for the reasonable sum of 25 cents. The
entertainment will consist of music, tab
leaux, Fourteen Scenes from Real Life, "
and an art exposition. There will be on
exhibition and for sale fine collection of
fancy work Oysters, ice cream and cake
will be served to order during the eve
ming Everybody is invited to come and
enjoy the afternoon and evening with
them.
The Ladies Guild of the Episcopa
church will hold popcorn sociable at
the residence Of Mrs. E. j. Dean on Fri
day evening, Dec. l9, to which all are
cordially invited.
The Woman's Relief Corps will meet at
the residence of Mrs. j. W. Carter next
Tuesdry, afternoon. All are requested to
report at the time.
The Ladies Aid Society of the Congre-
gational church held very pleasant So
cial and oyster supper at Bedford Hall
last evening
| An NJ. E. social was held at the resi-
dence OF N. J. House last Tuesday eve
ming.
THE DANCERS.
Among the notable gatherings Of the
year 's4 the leap year ball given last Tues
day evening will rank favorably in point
of attendance and interest. The affair
was instigated by the Woman's Relief
Corps auxiliary of General Lyon Post, an
organization that was perfected last Fri
day. Although the invitations were is
sued but three days prior to the ball the
outcome was as successful as though weeks
had been spent in prior preparation, and
credit is due the ladies-Mrs J. Keller,
Mrs. j. W. Taylor, Mrs. Della Adams
and Mrs. Chas. Marker for the happy
manner in which they organized and man
aged such an extensive dance.
Invitations will be issued this week by
the Masonic fraternity for their grand ball
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on the Goth of this month. 1t is propos-
ed to make this the most select and exten.
siye party of the year.
Z. Wendt is paying the highest market
price for chickens and turkeys. Call and
get quotations. Shipping them in large
lots once week he is enabled to pay the
highest rate.
If you buy dollars worth Of goods Of
Syverud he expects to give you your
moneys worth and nothing else.
Magic lanterns at Keller & Mold holi-
day store
Largest line of crockery in the city at
Heard's
At the jewelry store OF NJ. L. Syverud
there is confusion in unpacking and assort-
ing the stock Of siIver-ware and jewel
ry for the holidays.
The Exposition.
! To accommodate through travel to New
Orleans and Florida, Texas and California
points, via New Orleans, the Illinois Cen
| trail railroad will, on and after December |