The Indianapolis journal. [volume] (Indianapolis [Ind.]) 1867-1904, 1885-05-03
Washington, Pa, next June, and win accept the
invitation. The societies have made . good

invitation. The societies have made . good
| selection.
J.B Bennett, so widely-known in insurance
circles, met with quite a mishap. While run,
ming to catch q train, in Delaware, O., he fell
and fractured his leg so badly that he will be
confined to his home for some time, at 639 North
Illinois street.
Mrs. r. NJ. Pursell give q reception to Mr.. and
Mrs. Elmer Fursell on Thursday evening, at her
residence, on Bellefontaine street. About fifty
| guests were present to offer congratulations to
the young couple. Refreshments were served,
and the evening was spent in q most social and
entertaining manner.
The social and musicale given by Mrs Atkins
on Friday evening was we'll attended, and
proved a success in every respect. Miss Nc
solos. Mrs. Flora Hunter rendered a piano solo,
and Misses Stowell and Dollen played a piano
duet to the perfect satisfaction of all present.
. Mrs. j. L. Fugate, 1926 North Meridian street,
will entertain the Free Kindergarten Society on
Thursday, May7, from 2 to 5 P. NJ, assisted by
7. c. Day, Mrs. M. E. Wooden, Mrs. Alice
Finch, Mrs. L. G. Huford, and Mrs. j. r. Hus-
sey. Each member will receive an invitation,
with the privilege of inviting one or more
friends.
Miss Katharine Lewis entertained the
Eighteen German on Tuesday evening, in a
most delightful manner. A number of new
them 'Portia and the .Casket," and
Oracle and the Priestess" Mr.. Moody
acted as leader. The faye fayors were .;1s
nets and ash receivers. Those present were
| Misses Compton, Butler. Porter. Steele, Holli-
day, Herod, Wright, Farquhar, Barry, and Nc
Ouat, and Messrs. Moody, Steele, Lynn Martin
dale, West, Holcombe, w. Hord, John Walker,
Gordon, Carey, and Prouter.
DR.. Herman S. Rocker, a young man of whom
any State may be proud, the son of Calvin F.
Rocker, went to Philadelphia as a medical
student with DR.. Parvin, graduated from Jeffer-
son Medical College in March, 1884, before he
was twenty-one years old, competed for the posi-
ton ofjresident physician and surgeon to Block
ley Hospital, which he missed only on account
of his youth, remained with DR.. Geo. Mcclellan
to practice for a competitive examination before
the United States Naval Board of Examiner in
June next; but, upon advice, again competed for
Blockley Hospital, succeeded, and entered upon
the duties of his position on the last day of
April, 1885. He will make his mark in his pro-
fession.
The Church Worker has the following: 'The
following graceful letter tells the history of the
beautiful painting that adorns the Bishops pres
emit study, and is characteristic of the noble
churchman who is the donor:
EVANSVILLE, Oct. %. 1873.
'sRt. Rev. J. G. Talbot:
Dear Bishop-When in Italy making observations in
galleries Of paintings. it occurred to me that the Holy
Trinity, after Raphael, might be an acceptable paint
ing for the Bishops residence. Acting upon the con-
sideration, / made the purchase and ordered the
| for our house. came safely to hand, and today, / have
sent it by railway, freight paid, to you. Please accept
it, if agreeable to you, to be placed in the Bishops resi-
| the tour of the world, our thoughts were often turned
to those far away. and among them our beloved
Bishop. Truly yours, CHARLES VIELE.
The ~nuptails of Miss Lille Latham and Mr..
Charles III. ComStock, of Cleveland, were cele-
| brata1 ON w adpeSdav QvapiuC aft the family
mansion on East Washington street. before
| about sixty guests, comprising the more init
| mate friends Of the bride and her parents. Rev.
Haines performed the ceremony, Miss Jessie
Hughes acted as the brides attendant, and Mr..
| James Coggswell as the groom's best imam. Ac-
| cording to the latest wedding vogue, the
Misses Smith acted as ribbon bearers.
The bride was becomingly attired in a white
| corded silk, combined with silver hrocade and
duchesse lace. The bridal bouquet was of
nephitos roses. The conventional veil was fast
| ened with a cluster of white ostrich tips. Miss
Hughes wore a combination of white and yellow
silk deliberately trimmed with AoVnees Of white
1 Sssauet long of y''l Ssrechs si'V'S' Neil ana roses .
finished her toilet. Among those
present were: Mr.. and Mrs. Kelly, of Cleve.
land; Mr.. Comstock, brother of the groom, of
Michigan; Mr.. and Mrs. Smith and daughter. Of
Terre Haute; Mr.. and Mrs. E. B. Martin
dale, Mr.. and Mrs. Henry Latham,
Mr.. and Mrs. O.. H. Hasselman,
Mr.. and Mrs j. r.. Mckee. Mr..
| and Mrs. W. j. Mckee, Mrs. John Holman, Mr..
and Mrs. S. #. Bowen, Mr. and Mrs. Hervey
Bates, Mr.. and Mrs. Morris Ross, Mr.. and Mrs.
G.. Martindale, Mr.. and Mrs. {. G. Foster, Misses
Mary Elder, Daisy CASTOR, Lou Igoe, Julia and
Anne Sharpe. Lee Beatty, Helen Wright, and
Messrs. Elder, Fraser, Latham. Wright and
Sharpe.
Music.
Mr.. Fl. G. Levi is in New York.
Miss Mary Morrison is a most accomplished
pianist
The next Mendelssohn concert will be given on
the 10Th of May.
The When band is recognizing, with Mr.. Joe
| Cameron as leader.
Miss May Birkenthal is developing into one of
the finest violinists in the city.
The little tambourine player, Miss Dollie
| Oberly will soon be rendered a benefit.
Madame Heine is preparing a grand concert,
to be gwen at Plymouth Church on the 29th of
May.
Mrs. Edward Egan has conferred a favor on
her many friends by taking up the study of
music again.
Miss Susie Kackley sang CONSIDER the Lilies, /"
at the Third Christian Church anniversary last
Sunday evening.
Miss Louise Kissner, of Terre Haute, and
Miss Cora Allen, of Connersville. are taking voice
lessons in this city.
The liquid melody and exquisite harmony of
the Mexican orchestra will be heard at the
Museum next week.
Mr.. E. Fuller, a former music dealer of this
city, but who is now a resident of Columbus, was
in the city last week.
"Linger Longer" is the title of Barclay Walk
er's latest waltz, which is now being published
by John Church & Co.
Mr.. Schumacher has composed a gavotte, dedi-
| Gated to b. - r. = s., three ladies of the society
| called the 'Gesellschaft.
Mrs. Alice Wharton, who recently removed
| from this city to Mooresville, Ind, has met with
very dattering success as a teacher.
Mr.. Perry Ingalls, first commenced his studies
in music ON the flute. which Instrument be