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St. Paul daily globe. [volume] (Saint Paul, Minn.) 1884-1896, 1885-02-18
A SUCCESSFUL RECEPTION.
The Lavish Hospitality of St Paul Agai
HnndC.-neir nisnlavni.

The Lavish Hospitality of St Paul Again
Handsomely Displayed.
The Christian church to-iay sprinkles
ashes upon her head and enters upon her
penitential season, spreading a cloud of gloom
over all social christendom. The gay world
is accustomed on the DAYS preceding Lent to
drink deeper draughts than usual OF the wine
Of social enjOyment, and TO hold its most
elaborate fetes. The brilliant reception at
the state house in st. Paul last night was a
fitting climax 10 the gay social season just
passed, not only for the city but for the entire
Northwest; for while it was primarily re-
ceptiou given By the municipality to the
governor and legislators Of the common
wealth, the plan Of it hroadened out so as 10
include in tbc participants not Only st. Paul
and those whom it particularly desired to
honor, but people from all over the state and
its euvirons; So that in fact, it was recep-
tion given to the brightest and best, and also
the faircst Of the citizens Of the golden
Northwest by lis capital city.
The mere gathering together Of such nota-
bic men and women would be an occasion
Of greet importance, but all the accessories
Of music, flowers. brilliant toilets, the dance.
and ali the other elements of grand recep-
ton. together with the Specification of distin-
guished and stately courtesy whieh the occa-
sion showed forta. undoubtedly made the
event supreme in the social annals of the
Northwest.
81. Paul, always hospitable, always gener-
Gus, when she assumes the role Of public tn
tertaner added another spray 10 her iaurels
last night. No detail OF arrangement which
could conducr 10 the comfort of her guests
was omitted, while the breadth Of concep-
ton and magnifccnce Of design which char
acterized Tie lete, far surpassed all previous
attempts nurthwcs. Of Chicago to entertain a
rom r,4pv rr,tlDr s..trsr
St. Paul daily globe. [volume] (Saint Paul, Minn.) 1884-1896, 1885-02-18
THE MAYOR AND CITY OFFICIALS.

The Reception in the House Chamber.
Precisely at O'Clock the brass band
stationed under the big dome struck up the
notes Of the march Of welcome and the Work
Of receiving the brilliant throng commenced.
The reception committee and city officials
beaded BY the Hon. c. D. o Brien occupied
a station at the entrance 10 the house
chamber which, at this hour, presented
scene of captivating beauty. The reception
committee were easily recognized By natty
red badges while the CITY officials were desig-
mated by badges Of plain white silk. Mayor
O'Brieu occupied the center Of semieircle or
Gordon Of officials, the latter group consisting
of the following gentlemen: Aid. Smith,
Van Slvke, Dowlan, O'ConnOr and Johnson,
ana City Clerk Prendergast; Dr. Schiffmann,
president of the board of education; Messrs.
Barrett, Terry and Koch, of the board Of
public works; Commissioner Hoyt, of the
water board; Capt. Starkey, City Attorney
Murray, County Commissioners Hazard and
Mitsch, Fire Commissioner Watson, and
Secretary of the FIRE Board William O'Gor-
man, and Chief Black. and the following
citizens committee on reception:
Judge Greenleaf Clark, Judge Goodrich,
Drs. Leasorc, Jones and Boardman,
Col. J.. s. Prince, Capt. II. A. Castle. Maurice
Auerbach, Il. P. Hall, Capt Bunker, John
Summers, P. Bow!in. Stone German, Mr.. A.
Dufresne, ex-Gov. Marshall, DR.. Day, Capt.
Berkey, Judge Nelson, F. Willius, Gen.
Sanborn. D. W. Ingersoll and Chas. H.
Schliek.
Stationed on either side OF the spacious
yestibule leading 10 the house chamber were
two rows of police officers, representing the
pick of the force. They were marshaled by
Chief of Police Clark, Capt. Bresette and
Lieut. Walsh.
The guests were met al the vestibule by
the committee on introduction, the mem-
bcrs Of which escorted the visitors 10 the
house and presented them in turn to the
mayor and the city officials. This commit
tee Was headed by Mr.. George Squres and
was made up of Capts. Bean and Bunker,
Mcssrs. Theodore Schumacher, \. VI. Pea
body, D. w. Lawler and Mr. Hyndman, and
they discharged the delicate honors OF the
evening in the most faultlessy correct aud
satisfactory manner.
The first notes Of the band had hardly
ceased to vbrate when the guests began to
enter. The long and fashionable concourse
was led by Gov. and Mrs. Hubbard, Col,
Lamson and Mrs. Johns, and Lieut.. Tear
aud lady. of Ft. Smelling.
Then followed the most fashionable and
glittering procession Of beauty, wealth aud
galantry that has ever graced any social as
prnhlagc of 81. Paul.
If the reader will imagine this stream Of
humanity Iu constant progress for an hour
and three-quarters, without a moments
cessation; hc will have a tolr-ahy fair idea
Of the size or extent OF the brilliant cortege.
Il Is estimated that within the time desix-
mated the mayor ind bis aides must have
grasped the hands and bid welcome 10 at
least 5000 guests.
St. Paul daily globe. [volume] (Saint Paul, Minn.) 1884-1896, 1885-02-18

began in the house chamber and thence on
ward for an hour there was constant crush
for the room, all anxious to be presented to
the functionaries there assembled, and com
ing away with a smile of complacency as IL
having done praisew orthy deed, or perhaps
of delight at having gotten away without ab-
solute dismembermeut.
For, very early in the game, 1t became
evident that the reception was going to be
grand crush This was inevitable, because
the city had so many to honor and the COM
mittees had been SO profuse with invitations.
1t was no less the fact that the number Oh
people anxious to avail themselves OF this
hospitality was immense, ard the re-
suits Of this reciprocity OF good 1eei-
lug severely taxed the capacity OF
the house. A green storta door
case had been put just within the Wabasha
street entrance where the guests ar
rived. but so great was the rush Of people 10
get in that the doors were open most OF the
time between the hours of and 10. For
the first hour the navigator about the build
ing would not notice any great press, but by
$50 O'Clock the railways were blocked, the
entrances to the rather ineouvenient cloak
rooms were flied with people eager
to get in and out, and the stairs
were almost inaccessible. The crowd
was good natured, however, and there was no
time in the evening when by the exercise Of
patience and tact one could not reach almost
any point in the building. The architect did
not, however, evidently have any such event.
as this in his mind when nc planned the
building, or he would have added 10 it few
more stairways.
on WITH THE DANCE.
After the presentation to the mayor and
the other receivers, the visitors passed into
the senate room aud so into the hall, where
they again took up their wandering march.
The senate and house galleries were van
tage ground where one could get fine view
of the brilliant scene and they were
eagerly sought for and croWueu
the whole evening. The dancing in both
houses commenced about 10 O'Clock, ana
was INDUCED in by great numbers. The out
going tide commenced to flow shortly after,
but the numerous votaries Of the muse OF the
many twinkling feet kept up their worship at
her shrine until late in the morning.
St. Paul daily globe. [volume] (Saint Paul, Minn.) 1884-1896, 1885-02-18
THE WORK OF THE DECORATORS.
Ten Wagon Loeds OF Flowers and Plants
Beautified the Capitol.

Ten Wagon Loeds OF Flowers and Plants
Beautified the Capitol.
The floral decorations were profuse and
costly. the salient angles Of the great build
ing being softened and decorated by masses
of tropical foliage. a row Of evergreen trees
graced both sides Of the main hall. In the
center Of each hall, beneath the rotuada,
we're arranged octagonal pyramids Of foliage
and flowers, noticeable among which were
bigouins. gerauiums, ferns, nrimroses and
calla lilies. Upon the summit Of each pyra-
mid lowered feathery palms. The arch-ways
on eacn side of the rotunda and throughout
the Railways were brilliantly draped with red,
white and blue bunting, interspersed with
fcstoons Of smiax. Every corner was shaded
by an evergreen tree, and upon either
side Of the main stairway, placed on
the baluster posts as pcdestals were mounted
huge vascs filed with lovely plants in bloom.
The gallery ratings overlooking the rotunda
were also frstoourd with smilax and hidden
by palms and cactus in bloom. Ia the sem
ate hall the presidents desk and platform
were hidden from view hy tue staging for the
accommodation of the orchestra. The rail-
grated by igst3ons Of -milaI and hunting,
puuctuatrd by magnificent cailas. The
base of the platform WAS broad
baud Of red. From the chandeliers
depended loops " the omuipresent
smiiov, which did duty ia a hundred deco
Eltiye forms. The sides Of the hall we're
dnped with the national colors in bold loops
aud slrelmcrs. Tnc floor was covered with
white duck which, To- the observers in the
galleries. fUrmcd Il clear background Tor
bright faces, flashing silks and satins and
numerous military uniforms, ghttering
brayrly with cold aud bright badges.
In both the senate chamber and the hail Of
Representatives, ss well as in the passages,
dazzling electric lights illuminated the scene
with tire glarc OF tropical suuburst. The
latter hall WIS iu decoration similar 10 the
senate chamber. Here. also, four electric
lights shed q radiance under which beauty
became even more beautiful. Under its
scorchiug vet mellow quality, fair faces were
nCluw With delicate color and the eyes OF the
dancers flashed in respondent excitement.
The space decorated was so large that the
actually immense quantity ~ flowers and
foliage present was hardly apparent TO the
casual observer But as a matter OF fact, at
least ten wagon loads were found necessary
- make an effective showing.
Considering the fact taat the florist, car
peuter aud decorator iii not get chance 70
work until Yesterday noon, the completeness
ot the result achieved in their respective
lines seems the more wonderful. The d@-
signcr of ihc whole effect vas Emil ". u
rici Buuiy furnished the flowers, Messrs
Walter ~ Drchcr were The decorators. and
NiIckcu X Eocmcr the carpenters. There
were about tWcuty additional electric lights
IN operation.
St. Paul daily globe. [volume] (Saint Paul, Minn.) 1884-1896, 1885-02-18
viii Not Marry Her.

> peClal 10 tue OIooe.
CHICAGO, Feb. IA few DAYS ago Hub
bard Verlyden, an empioye In Armour's
packing house, was held TO the criminal court
on the charge Of being the betrayer Of Miss
Caroline Sybers. The lady in question was
elegantly attired, as well as good looking and
accomplished. After giving her evidence
the lady announced her willingness to give
the defendant everything be wanted to make
him contented and happy provided he would
marry her. The proposition was
refused with seorn by the stlcker
Of hogs, and Justice Ingersoll
committed him. The publication OF this
item it seems has created great stir among
certain men who are anxious to marry the
woman on the conditions she offered Verify
den. The justice, since the facts became
known, has been in receipt OF twenty-five
letters from men Of all ages and descriptions.
Some sent their photographs, while others,
less fortunate, were prOfuse in writing upon
their accomplishments and qualifications.
The justice distinctly says he is not a natri-
mouiaI bureau, and hopes the love-sick
swsins who are unable TO support themselves
will cease sending their epistles 70 him.
St. Paul daily globe. [volume] (Saint Paul, Minn.) 1884-1896, 1885-02-18
GaFrOtPd and Robbed.

NEW YORK, Feb. 1.-THE police are at
work to-day on a genuine case of garroting
and highway robbery that occurred last night
in Third Avenue. Samuel Cardwel, director
of the Murray Hill bank, was the victim.
Cardwell is a prominent real estate dealer,
besides being engaged in the dry goods busi-
ness. On closing up his real estate Office
last night, he started TO go TO his house, two
doors away, carrying his available cash and
the most important securities in a tin
box under his arm. The box con
tanned Murray Hill bsnk stock GER
tifcates To the value of SIS, 900,
and about $3.50 in money, besides some
papers Of value only 10 the owner. Cardwell
had not gone three steps before two men
mufiled in heavy overoats and sloucb hats
rushed from doorway upon him. One
threw his arm around Cardwelrs throat
while the other tore the tin box from Card
wells grasp. This done, both ran away and
made their escape Cardwell notified the
police and gave description Of the thieves.
Later the police saw two men In the neigh
borhood Of the robbery who answered the
description Of the men and pursued them,
but they escaped. The bank certificates arc
not negotiable.
St. Paul daily globe. [volume] (Saint Paul, Minn.) 1884-1896, 1885-02-18
Within the portal were stationed Detectives
Dan OConnor and Kenally, and officers also
stood guard at the cloak rooms.

Within the portal were stationed Detectives
Dan O'Connor and Kenally, and officers also
stood guard at the cloak rooms.
THE LUNCH AND WINE ROOM
The lunch was served in the caucus room
aud more admirable place could not have
been selected. An idea o. its elaborate ex-
tent may be learned from the fact that
eight long tables were spread
with total capacity Of 200 covers.
The spread was opened at 9:30 O'Clock, and
from that time on, fresh relays were con-
stantly coming in. In the way of stand up
lunches that OF last night is entitled to great
credit. Itwa gotten up in the approved man
ner Of Col. Allen, who spread himself for
the occasion, and daintier or more tooth
some collection of viands has seldom been
served in this city. The guests ate tanding,
and were served by a corps OF com petcnt
walters under the direction of Mr.. A. Char
bon nnier, the lunch having been prepared by
Frank Loulla of the Merchants.
To furnish forth the feast were required
124 dozen quail, 65 turkeys, 16 hams and As
tongues, besides ton or so of other sub
stantiais and delicacies.
In conjunction with the lunch may be
mentioned the wine room, which was located
in the room occupied by the house committee
on warehouse and grain inspection, an ap-
propriate place by the way.
Liquid stimulants were here served to the
thirsty in unstinted measure, and there was
everything to tickle the taste and delight the
eye, with the money drawer left out.
RECEPTION NOTES.
Mayor O'Brien says it is cloudy day when
st. Paul gets left
A wag suggested that so long as introduc-
tions were in order what was the matter with
receiving knock down to the stuck-up party
on the dome of the capitol.
f The dancing programme consisted of twen-
ty-two carefully selected numbers, ten of
which we're square dances, which were given
on the floor of the house, while the remain
ing twelve were the popular waltz, polka and
galop movements, danced in the senate
chamber
The building didn't fall after ALL
Gov. Hubbard received many com pliments
on the grace combined with dignity he dis
played on the dancing floor.
Col. Alien says the way that 1914 doze n
quail disappeared some one must have been
hungry.
The man in the gallery saw a good deal
that was not down in the programme, but he
won't give the snap away.
St. Paul daily globe. [volume] (Saint Paul, Minn.) 1884-1896, 1885-02-18
GENERAL OBSERVATIONS.
Some of the Outside Features Of the Recep-
ton.
-IOAK ROOM ANSoYAScEs.


CLOAK ROOM ANSoYANCEs.
About the only pronounced annoyance
connected with the reception consisted in the
trouble experienced by the m!smanagment Of
the coat ard cloak rooms, the entrances to
which were besieged by frantic
and scrambling crowd the live
long night. After 9 O'Clock it was
impossible to gain admission TO the
coat or cloak rooms. while the chances for
having overcoats or wraps checked had dwind-
led down to zero. Consequently a ma
jOrity Of those arriving after O'Clock
were compelled to either hang their out
side clothing on the floor or
wear It to the bali rooms.
In short, the service al both the cloak and
coat rooms vas badly demoralized, and 1t
wzs about draw between those who were
anxious to have their wraps checked and
those who we're eager TO recover possession
Of their apparel, while in many in
.snces nothing short Of a search warrant
would nave produced the desired treasures.
When the time for going home arrived con-
fusion was worse cOnfolpded. II was E
splendid opportunity for taking chances, and
that they we're freely taken vas evidenced by
the reckless manner in which costly clothing
was left living around on the door.
THE cgUsH AT THE DOORWAY.
TIE crush for admission at the Wabssha
street entrance was enough to eause conster-
nation in the ranks Of the timid, while the
matter OF getting well inside the capitol vas
not walk over for even the NEST resoIUte
and determined. A. Q O'Clock so!idiy
packed crowd extended from the curb 70 the
doorway and for awhile the scramble as
sumed free-for-aIl aspect
Mast II the scenes and incidents were
Iudicrous in the extreme, but it vas well
bred and good nzture5 crowd on tue whole,
ard they awaited their turns patiently
St. Paul daily globe. [volume] (Saint Paul, Minn.) 1884-1896, 1885-02-18
LET JOY BE UNCUNFNED.
The House and Senate Transformed Into
Raanlifnl Ran Rnnms

The House and Senate Transformed Into
Beautiful Bali Rooms
The terpsichorean festivities began with
the graud march led by Msyor O'Brien apt
GOV. Hubbard, with their ladies, after which,
at 10 O'Clock, Capt. Bean stepped TO the
rostrum of the house and announced that
the opening quadrille, "Royal Castle"
would be danced by the city and state officials
and members Of the legislature and their
ladies only. ana all others we're requested 10
clear the floor.
~ this hour the spectacle presented was
bewildering in its animstinn aud bTillianev.
The air pulsated and throbbed with the buzz
aud chatter Of thousands Of voices, while
over and above the din came the Eush Of
sweet melody from the brass ana string in
strumcuss of the orchest-ss.
To tue lively aud familiar airs Of the open
iug qusdriile I've sets formed and danced.
the following being the participants: In the
first set. Hon. c. d. O'Brien aud Mrs Gov
Hubbard. Speaker Gibbs aud Mrs Albert
ScheTer. Gov Hubbard aud lads.
Mai. Nelson and Mrs. johnson Of OyTatnuna.
The second set was mSde up OF Hon. W D.
and Mrs Cornish. Eugene and Mrs Hen
Erickson. Gen. J. II. Baker aud wife Then
came sets composed OF II. P. AMI Mrs. Up
ham. M aud Mrs. J. 3. Hoxsie. q. ". and
Mrs. Hariacre aud Prot. Evans aud lady ::
John ". and Mrs. Willis, +. A. and Mrs
Fisher. II. and Mrs. Dodson and
the daughters of The two latter.
Adit. Gen. MacCarthy and wife. Capt. 7. n.
O'Brieu and Miss Jennie O'Biieu, Judge aud
Mrs. J. J. Egsn. Col. aud Mrs. Griggs,
Geo. II. Sauirrs aud Mrs. Judge Fiaudreau,
Mr.. and Mrs. Samuel Peterson. Harry c.
Hope and lady. Mr.. and Mrs. Maurice Auer
bach. Lieut. aud Mrs. Foss, VI J. Flynn
and Miss Reddiug:nu, Mr.. Sad Mrs. .. II.
Case aud Captain and Mrs. W. ". Brsdeu.
At the Close Of this qusdrille the square
dances in tie house and the round dances
il the senate were literally pa;runizsd the
remainder Of the night, under the efficient
eoor management Of =. \. MontSort. George
c. Souires. c. ". NeInure, ". Il Hyn1Ian
and Cspt Z. :. Ran
St. Paul daily globe. [volume] (Saint Paul, Minn.) 1884-1896, 1885-02-18
Two Men Frozen to Death.

EAST TAwAs, Mich, Feb. 17.-On Thurs
day, John and Abram Johnson, Finlanders.
left here for Gardner's Camp. Saturday three
others left for the same place, but we're COM
pelled to remain at the Block house over
night on account of the severity of the
weather. About three miles FROM there on
Sunday morning they found John Johnson,
unable to move, his hands were frozen and
also the lower part Of both legs. He was
brought here and died during the night. His
brother was found dead about mile further
on, and was partially covered with snow.
The men were out two nights with the mer-
curry 20 9 below zero.
St. Paul daily globe. [volume] (Saint Paul, Minn.) 1884-1896, 1885-02-18
SOCIAL SCANDALS.
Result of Tbeater Party-Commissioner
Evans Gay W1dow-Why He
Disappeared.

Special IN the Globe.
WASHINGTON, Feb. 17.-Three Of the de-
partrncnts have sensations 10 take the minds
of the chiefs and the clerks off Of the per-
picking problem: "Wbat win become Of
them after the 4tb Of March,
In the interior department lady who has
figured rather prominently in society here
has just been dismissed for general in
efficiency and neglect Of duty. During the
past gear the young lady in question was
absent from the Office over 200 days
alleging sickness as the cause Of
her non-appearance. Everything was working
nicely until she was foolish enough to give a
box parts TO the tbeater and have il published
in the papers, which, coming to the eyes Of
the officials, led to an investigation and later
TO her dismissal
Brief mention was made in last nights
dispatches Of the fact that treasury clerk
had fed charges against Internal Revenue
Commissioner Evans, and that
ADMINISTRATIVE ISEFfIENcY,
violation Of the civil service rules and un-
geutlemanly conduct are some Of the charges.
The specifications are startling. It Is said
that dashing widow, mixed up in the affair.
has been rushed of to San Francisco, where
she ia to receive an appointment in the
mint.
j. A, Clarke, a clerk IN the war depart
mept, has been missing for two weeks.
Since the time be got two days leave Of abb
seuee TO attend TO some private business his
wife and friends have made diligeDt but uh-
ayaiIing search for him. Now the talk In
the adiutsnt generals Office is that Clarke
has gone away With
ANOTHER MAS's WIPE.
The woman disappeared from the city about
the time that Clarke's absence vas first dis
covered. Il 10 said that he told his
wife that be only received salary Of $500
per year and therefore could not give Der as
many Of the comforts Of this life IS she de-
II
St. Paul daily globe. [volume] (Saint Paul, Minn.) 1884-1896, 1885-02-18
CONDENSED TELEGRAMS.

The city government Of Pensacola, Fla,
was abolished By legislative action, but re-
fused 70 give way, and the mayor and mar
shal we're arrested, Provisional officers
took charge of the city.
A Yankton special says there vas light
storm there yesterday. The temperature was
at zero.
Marshall. H., had $4,000 fire yester-
day.
The plumbing establishment Of A. Waltz,
at WiDona, was destroyed By fire Monday
evening. Loss 81, 900.
The American Base Ball association made
out a schedule OF games yesterday in New
York. but It has not yet been made public.
Poker Is The name oi the champion quarter
horse In Montana. Its not sisted what his
height Is In hands, and whether bis jockey
str4ddIes the blInd--ELehznge.
St. Paul daily globe. [volume] (Saint Paul, Minn.) 1884-1896, 1885-02-18
A GENERAL VIEW.
Glance 81 Some of he Main Outlines Of the
Magnificent Fste.


Magnificent Fete.
The time for the reception 70 commence
was st a; 5 o'clock, aud several minutes be
Tore that time the people began To arrive.
They made their way al once 10 tie dressing
rooms. where they disposed uf their outer
garments. and then in twos. threes aud
groups " larger nun, bers, started out ou
tour of inspection OF the building. The first
thug 10 admin, was the excellent taste dis
playod by the architect, the dccora-
tors aud others in orusmeui-
ing The building. Although having
50 short time in which to work, they had
performed their ,abors acceptably, and the
slrca6y quite ornate interior really looked
quite bowery with is wealth Of green and
flowers Toe guests, alter looking about the
lower nall. were not Slow in finding their
wavto the Scc0ud toor. where there was
much to attract The best looking officers
ou the police force. for instance, were pres
eut 10 lar-e numbers arrayed in their newest
full dress auJ standing priIuly sing!y
to coracrs sud in rows along
the eutrancr % the house chslabsr. the verv
emhodimsnts ot official dignity The two
lrc7sIStive chambers werc inviting with their
TASTY decorations and their doors Of snoSy
uhi,euess. while tEc elat-lvate ao-sl pyramids
90 tee center of ;hr rotunja were duly ad-
mined. Martial music truu brass band,
stationed IN one of tie lower hSllwsys,
pleased The ,ar. aud supplied many gap in
the conversation.
TIVE CROWD.