The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1885-12-28

be addressed to Mrs. ROSE BAILEY care of the
Journal
Mr. Ed Kistner leaves to-day for Chicago
Mrs. Fannie Barth has returned from her visit
to Kokomo.
Miss Jennie Holloway leaves to-day for visit
to Terre Haute.
Mrs. Harry Woodburn, of Minneapolis, is Wis
iting her mother and sisters in this city.
Mrs. A. NJ. Meyers OF Washington, Ind, is
expected to visit friends in the city during the
week.
Mr. J. NJ. Kerr, a former attorney of this city,
has editorial charge of the Federal Reporter, at
st. Paul. MINI.
A progressive euchre party will be given this
evening by Miss Minnie Wells at her home on
North Delaware street.
Prof. Geo B. LOOMS, of this city, has been
offered good position in St Paul, Minn as
musical instructor. He has the offer under con-
sideration.
Mr.. and Mrs. ]. W. Copeland will give re-
ception this evening at their residence, on North
Meridian street, to their son, Mr.. John 0. Cope
land, and his bride.
Walter Reade, who for fourteen years past
has been the organist at the First Baptist
Church, has rendered his resignation. He goes
to ST. Paul, Mimi, where he takes the position
of organist OF the First Baptist Church, of that
city, of which Rev. H. G. Mabe is now pastor
A card party given by Mrs. A. Seig on North
Alabama street. last evening, was charming
occasion, in which only her more intimate
friends participated. The house was prettily
decorated with flowers, and delicate refresh
ments were served. Among those present were
Mr. and Mrs Kahn Mr.. and Mrs. H. Bamber-
ger, Mr.. and Mrs. Gundlefnger and Miss Flor
ence Bamberger
Lyra Hall presented holiday appearance
yesterday. having been prepared for the Christ
mas celebration of the German Freethought'
Sunday school Festoons Of evergreens were
profusely used for decoration, with holly
gathering. A delightful programme was rem
dered by the children, and large number Of
beautiful gifts distributed, while christmas
greetings were exchanged amid the utmost good
feelings of all present.
The concert given by the City Band, at Men
nerchor Hall, last evening, drew out an enthusi.
astic audience. A fine programme was rendered
in excellent style. Part first opened with a
striking march by Clauder, followed by the over
ture to 'O:helo." composed in Rossinis most
happy style The 'Serenade for Flute and
Horn was one of the most pleasing selections
cluded with well.arranged selections
from "Mikado." introducing Three Little
Maids from School" Kokos song of tom tit, y
Mkado's solo and the moon song of ''Yum
Yum" Mr. H. Shoemaker opened the second
part of the programme with a clarinet solo from
the opera of ''Sonnambula," which recalled a
similar performance heard last summer at the
exposition grounds, by the clarinet soloist of
the Mexican band. Mr. Shoemaker did not
suffer in the comparison, last evening, and, with
out doubt, could hold his own in contest with
the Mexican musician. His execution is thor
oughiy artistic and finished. Mr.. Fred LOOMS
was heard in baritone solo, "Thy Sentinel Am
l." 1t was rendered with the full, melodious
quality of tone for which his voice is noted. Mr.
Perry ingalls, played Hartman's difficult cornet
solo, 'Lebewohl," and covered himself with
honor This gentleman has great skill as per.
former, and plays with subtle expression that
charms his hearers. Miss o. Schellschmidt,
to sing on account of severe cold. The or
chestra concluded with part third of the pro-
gramme, which embraced an overture by Keller
Bella, Strauss enhancing Thousand and one
Night waltzes. and potpourri by kiesler. A
concert like the above is credit to the musical
interest of the city, and the City Band should be
heard often