St. Paul daily globe. [volume] (Saint Paul, Minn.) 1884-1896, 1885-04-19


ing death-grip on a plate of sandwiches,
ady'S fan, napkin and
aoher small articles; the while he bends an
endearng glance upon his vis-a-vis, and his
countenance wears an expression of unut-
terable idiocy.
No. the spirit of the winteris dead within
MS. and the gaze of all is turned expect
antlv forward to the season of lawn tennis,
of equestrian excursions and lakeside wan
derings. Perchance even then. as of yOre, will
the callOw representative of the culture of
the effete East be again beguiled into I'M
dertaking prolonged pedestrian tours with
certain of st. PauPS bellies whose feats
of endurance in lOng-diStance walking are
already matters of renown; and it may be
that again, as of old, the too-confiding
vonth from Il luxurious Eastern home will
he brought ANONYMOUSLY back in wheel
harrow. while his fair companion tramps
with unweared gait and hilarious spirits by
his side, administering homeopathic doses
of mock sympathy and regret that she had
nwittingly Over-estimated his strength.
Perhaps this may happen again, but it is a
safe prediction that the victims of siren
wiles will not be of this years importation.
By an all winters course in the gymnasium
the dupeS of last summer consider that they
have placed themselves beyond the reach of
tbis danger at least. These diversions and
others of a similar nature are being planned
for the summer months to come. Mean
while social enjoyment in st. Paul is at
rather low ebb.
EVENTS OF THE WEEK.
Pre-eminent among the social events of
thp week was the ball given by the Bach
elors' club on Friday evening at the Metro
politan. The high character of the enter
taiuments given by this club has been so
well known that the greatest praise that can
he awarded the ball of Friday night is con-
viewed in the statement that it was in every
reSpect the equal of its predecessors. The
halls were decorated in manner at once
tasteful and striking. About one hundred
couples participated in the dancing, which
was continued until l a. m. NumberlesS
gorgeous costumes were displayed among
the brilliant throng, which included the
cream of st. Paul society. At II o'clock
AN elaborate supper was served. The
ladies' reception committee was composed
of Mesdames Finch. Bend, Young, Brooks
and Glenny. The floor was in charge of
Messrs. Potts, Sibley, Gordon, Proudft,
Hamilton and Boyle.
The lOng-talked-of production of the
''Serious Family" by the Dramatic club
took place on Thursday evening The rep
reservation was extremely successful, and
was greeted by a crowded audience with
emphatic evidences of appreciation. All
Old members of the club were invited to be
present. which invitation was very gener-
ally accepted, resulting in an enjoyable re-
union. The usual hop followed the dra-
matte portion of the program.
On Friday evening the Juvenile classes of
Prof. Beggs received their friends at Tur-
ner hail. The little people danced from s
to 1920 o'clock, when the floor was taken
possession of by the adults, who danced
until 1 a. N. The reception committee was
as follows: Ladies, Misses Lillian DecOs
ter. Helen Warner, Lindeke, Abbie War
ner Stella Freeman, Josie Kallman; gen.
tlemen, Willie Lindeke, Thompson War
ner. Albert Lindeke, Ruben Warner, George
Wedelstaedt.
The death of Lincoln was cOmmemorated
with appropriate exercises at Turner hall
on Wednesday evening by the st. Paul
Turn Yeren. Addresses were made by
George Davis and Charles Lienau. Choruses
were effectively rendered by the German
singing societies, followed by a living pyra
mid of turner's, representing Liberty strik-
ing the chains from the slaves. Seibert's
orchestra furnished the music. The Occa-
sion was highly successful.
On Saturday, April IA, reception was
rendered by representatives of the e. A. r.
posts of st. Paul to members of the Grand
Army who, on Friday night, presented
testimonials to citizens of Minneapolis. A
visit to the capitol and drive about town
were followed by supper at the Merchants,
after which the reception took place. The
event furnished an occasion for the re-
union of Grand Army comrades, which was
highly appreciated.
Graduating parts for the senior class of
the st. Paul high school have been awarded
to the following persons as result of COM
petitiye examination: Albert Savage, Kate
Banning, Florence Fairchild, Bertha Rob
bins and James d. Armstrong have been
selected to deliver essays at the commence
ment exercises i'll June.
On Thursday evening delightful enter
taimnent was given by the Little
Workers" of the Dayton avenue Presby-
terrain church. Music and recitations were
followed by supper. The proceeds are to
be devoted to a childrenS window in the
church.
The Gospel Temperance union held an
interesting song service on Sunday last in
its rooms on Seventh street. Mrs. Bailey
conducted the singing with marked abil
ity. An address from Rev. Nc &. Dana
was listened to with great interest.
\ number of people assembled in College
hall on Friday evening, the attraction be-
ing a concert given by Miss \. Mclver,
mezzo soprano; Harry Drake, tenor; John
Shea, baritone; J. c. Hanley, baritone, and
Miss a. Haas. el0cutionist
The annual contest of the State Orator.
cal society, which took place on Friday
evening at Jackson street church, resulted
in favor of Mr.. Van Fossen of Hamline,
who will represent the state at the inter
collegiate contest in May.
The pupils of Monroe school gave recep-
ton and entertainment on Thursday even
ing, which was repeated on the following
evening. The reception was in charge of
the teachers, Miss Mcguire, Mrs. Whitman
and Miss Haggerty.
On Thursday evening there was full
dress evening party at Liedertafel hall,
under the direction Of Prof. Klest. \ dis
play Of fireworks was given before the
dancing
The marriage of Lieut. Jerry O'Shea to
Miss Bertha Oleson took place on Saturday,
Father Stanley officiating. Mr.. O'Shea
was formerly first sergeant of the Emmett
light artillery.
The marriage of C. B. Birchall and Miss
Kate Towlerton took place on Tuesday at
81. jo>eph'S church. The couple started
Tor a prolonged Eastern tour after the
wedding.
ON Wednesday afternoon Mrs. o. c.
Green. assisted by her daughter, Miss
Schetfer, received large number of friends
NJ her residence on Summit avenue.
The Junior Pioneer association failed to
muster quorum ut Tuesday nights meet
Ing at the court house. Johnnie Sloan is
busy drumming up members.