Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1885-02-24

Tine sunny weather of YESTERDAY afternoon
made it very pleasant for calling and a number
OF ladies were out, many of them simply leav-
ing their cards at houses where the hostess had
not announced her intention of receiving either
formally or informally during the lenten W eeks
AS a general rule, however it seems to be nm
derstood that unless formal notice has been
gwen TO the contrary, ladies will continue to be
was also noticeable yesterday afternoon that
an unusually large crowd of promeuaders were
on the streets. and at no time this winter has
pennsylvania avenue seemed more alive with
handsOmely-cl ladies.
The residence of Senator Blair on East Capt.
tol street, presented brilliant scene last even
ing. me occasion was reception given TO the
sons and daughters of New Ham psiIire. resident
ana visiting here, and il brought together n
large and notable as>emblaSe. The chief feature
OF the evening was the presence OF the New
Hampshire Club. then in Washington on its
way home from New Orleans and to meet its
members and the other children OF the granite
parts OF the country were invited The occasion.
though somewhat informal and unpremedi-
lated; was u very delightful one IN every way
and thoroughly enjoyed by all present.
Mr.. Edwin w. S. Moore, of West Virginia. and
Miss katherine w. Lee, daughter of the late
Capt. W. :. Lee. of Illinois, were married yes
terday afternoon at the First Presbyterian
church in the presence of many friends The
bride wore IL handsome travelling suit of brown
fricOt trimmed with plush. hat to match and
carried in her hand u lovely bouquet of rare
flowers. After a short tour north Mr. and Mrs
Moore will return here in time for the inaugu-
raj ceremonies.
Hon. John w. Daniel left this morning for his
home in Iynchburg. Last evening he dined
with a number of his congressional friends at
Mr.. William ID. Cabells residence. 1914 IItb
street, where he has been entertained during
his stay in the city. He will return here before
the Inauguration.
Mr.. Noble ID. Larner gave reception at his
residence on street last evening in honor of
Mr.. A. +. Chapman, OF Boston.
The Capital Bicycle Club gave a "pound party
in their club rooms last night i'm celebration of
WaShin2tons birthday. The interesting liter
airy and musical program arranged for the occa-
sion gave general pleasure to the large gather
ing OF friends of the club.
The National Lodge, No. 12 A. A. NJ. gave
a very handsome and enjoyable dancing recep-
ton at the National Rifles hall last night.
which reflected great credit upon the managing
committees.
Abner's hall was very prettily decorated last
night in honor of the full dress reception of the
Union Veterans 1st company, which attracted
a large ana select party OF friends. Dancing
began at . O'Clock and continued for several
hours, and the occasion was one of complete
pleasure to all.
There was grand reception ball last night
at Marini's. given in honor of Washington's
q. %. r.. which included a varied and exceed
ingly interesting program. The 0kercises
opened with music, after which several ad-
dresses were made by the Grand Patriarch and
others, and then the dancing began lasting till
a late hour.
The New Hampshire Club, en- route home
from New Orleans, were entertained at dinner
at the Riggs House yesterday by Mr. Stilson
Hutchins, editor of the Post, who, it will be re-
membered is a native OF that state, and also a
member elect of her legislature.
Mrs. Frelinhuysen's last reception will take
place tomorrow afternoon.
Mrs. Halliday has issued invitations for
another reception and tea this week
Invitations are out for a dancing reception to
be given by Mrs. Senator Sabin Oh Friday even
ing.
Progressive Euchre parties are regarded as the
most popular social pastimes for the Lenten
season, and several are announced to occur this
week and next.
Mr.: and Mrs. Franklin Steele have returned
from their trip to New Orleans. Mrs. Steele's S
sister, Mrs. Leahy, is still here, but expects to
return to her home in Chicago early next week
Mrs. Brown, wife of the Ex-Governor of Ten
nessee, and Miss Brown, both of whom now re-
side in ST. Louis are at Wizards.
Miss Clara V. Randall, formerly of Washing
ton, is visiting Mrs. II. II. Talimadge 1913 r
street.
Mrs. Manning, wife ofHon. Van H. Manning, OF
Mississippi arrived in the city on Saturday last
on a visit to Mrs. Fuller, 2OS New Jersey ave
nue. southeast.
guest of the Misses Schneider on X street.
Mrs Laurence NJ. Keitt, and Miss Keitt, OF
South Carolina, are at the Metropolitan.
Miss Southall and Miss Whitehead, of Vir.
| ginia, are the guests of the Misses Van Zandt
on 18th street, for stay of some weeks.
Prof. VIM. Mathews, author of "Getting On in
| the World and other popular works, is guest
with his wife, of Mr.. and Mrs. Horatio King.
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