Savannah morning news. [volume] (Savannah) 1868-1887, 1885-07-23
ADWoRCE IN HIGH LIFE.
Gen. shOFman's Niece Demands n Sepa-
ration from Her Husband.
From, the Mem York World

upon Washington society. She came
from Brooklyn and was the niece of Gen.
Sherman, with whose family she lived
while at the capital. Her name was
Mary Frances HoVt, and she was
daughter of Samuel n. Hoyt, "a brother of
Jesse Hoyt, and heiress TO at least 81 ,00O,-
/ 600. AT that time Miss Hoyt was % years
old and exceedingly attractive. She was
of medium height, with form nearly per-
! feet. Her features were regular, and
her complexion, though neither strict
! ly blonde nor brunette, was remark
ably clear and fine. But her browning
/ beauty was her hair which was beaut-
/ full brown IN color, and of texture unsur-
passed by the finest silk. Lustrous dark
brown eyes completed the picture of an
unusually attractive woman. Miss Hoyt,
moreover, was as accomplished as she was
handsome. Highly educated, sharp at
repartee. and trimming over with delight
ful small talk, a sweet singer and a fin
ished pianist, she possessed all the quail
! ties which are essential in a reignlng So
ciety belle.
1t is not strange that such star should
draw around her worshipers without
number Society accorded her proml-
nent position, and scores of admirers lost
no time in paying due homage to youth,
her wealth. Several offers OF marriage
were received, but none suited the rather
fastidiOus young ladY's fancy. Over
whelmed with countless compliments and
eager attentions, her head WAS turned by
fawning tlattery and no one would she
recognize as an accepted sutton, But, as
is always the case with women, her time
came, and soon. Towards the close
of the seasOn she became acquainted
with gentleman who represented one Of
the first families of Baltimore. He was
about ~ years old, with fine figure and
handsome features. For years he had
| been a favOrite in Washington society.
A brilliant man OF the world, he had been
courted and praised till he thought more,
perhaps, of himself than the facts war
ranted. His name was james X. Ray
mond. The intimacy OF the two young
people ripened into love. He proposed
and was accepted. 1t was thought a
good match by all parties concerned.
! Each seemed to entertain for the other a
profound affection mingled with high re-
spect, and all went merry as marriage
| bell.
After a short but blisstul engagement
they were married in one Of the most
/ fashionable churches IN Baltimore IL
was an event Of no little social impor-
| lance. Senators and Congressman.
prominent army friends and associates of
Gen. Sherman, as well as old Tecumseh
| himself in his brightest uniform, gave
dignity TO the wedding by their presence.
Congratulations to the handsome pair
were numbeTless. and in accordance with
his invariable custom, the COMMANDMENTS
| Chief OF all our armies was the first to
kiss the bhlshing BRIDE. Columns were
printed in the newspapers regarding the
event, and Baltimore was in tlutter Of
excitement for weeks.
Thus auspiciOusly was ushered in a
married life, which gave every promise Of
being an extremely happy one. The hus-
| band had little money, but Mr.. Hoyt be-
| slowed handsome dover upon his daugh-
! ter, and for time the young couple tasted
all the sweets there are IN life in perfect
| contentmeut They lived in Baltimore.
making frequent visits 10 Brooklyn, then
| moved to pleasant little town in New
jersey, where Mr.. Raymond engaged in
business, his wife supplying the necessary
| capital. The venture did not prove sue
cesssui, and becoming discontinued with
| their quiet life, the young couple returned
to Baltimore. Several more attempts
were made by Mr.. Raymond to gain a
foothOld IN the business world, but all re-
suited in failures.
During the first year of their married
| life, however, everything moved smoothly,
but at the expiration of that time hidden
thongs began to appear. BOtn were high
strung and incapable of brooking opposi-
ton. Household jars became alarmingly
frequent, and the discussions finally
became so violent that both
were glad to separate. Mrs.
Raymond returned to live with her
parents at No. 204 Park place, Brooklyn.
Her husband returned to Washington to
make one more venture in business. This
unfortunate and unsatisfactory condition
OF things continued until June p, when
Mrs. Raymond surprised her husband by
beginning an action tor divorce. The suit
WIS brought in Westchester county, and
the story was kept studiously quiet by
all connected with il. Indeed, it was
hoped that the business might be trans
acted without attracting the attention Of
the press. Becoming satisfied, however,
that this was impossible the action was
transferred on Saturday to Kings county,
and trial will be had ia September.
Mrs. Raymond asks for IA divorce on the
ground that her husband has been unduly
intimate with other women. She also de-
clares that be has failed 70 support her.
IN his answer Dir. Raymond makes a
cOunter-charge of the same character.
He denies cry allegation preferred IN
the application, and asks that a divorce
bc granted him on the ground that his
wife has been unfaithiUl. No dates are
gwen, but Frank S. Heath, Of Washing
ton. relative Of Mrs. Raymond, is men
| toned.
When Mrs. Raymond made her first APP
plication she hoped that no objection
would be offered, and to avoid publicity
she asked for no alimOny or counsel fees.
But the character of the answer has
changed the complexion Of things. and
the light will be carried on 10 the bitter
end with no favors expected or given. A
reporter called upon Lawyer Henderson
Benedict, who has charge Of Mrs. Ray
mond's case, but found him very reticent
| and only willing to say that he felt very
confident Of winning. From an intimate
| friend Of the family, however, 10 was
learned that Mrs. Raymond has fully
made up her mind 10 proceed regardless
OF the consequences. She scorns
any imputatiOn against her char
acter, and is satisfied that the
allegations against ner husband can be
proven beyond question. Her family are
also said Go be as firmly determined 10
end the matter once for all. aud Will be-
OF great assistance, as her father Is
wealthy and brother OF the late Jesse
/ HOyt, about whose possessions there has
! been such contestin the courts. Mr.. Hoyt
Is also the executor and principal legatee
OF his brother Mrs. Raymond IL conse-
! quantly heiress 70 several millions.
During his pr0tracted visits 10 Brook
/ lyn Mr.. Raymond became a member OF