The Clifton clarion., 1888-07-25


 looked forward to with a great deal of interest and expectation took place last Saturday, the 21st inst, being the celebration of the tenth anniversary of the marriage of Mir. and Mrs. J. Abraham. The event proved to be probably the finest private social event ever held in Clifton or perhaps in the county. Friends of the hosts to the number of between fifty and seventy-five gathered to partake of the festivities and to extend their congratulations, and the scene presented was a very pretty one. The ladies were all elegant ly and tastefully attired, while quite a number of the gentlemen appeared in full dress.
 Dancing commenced at about g o'clock in the hall formerly oc- cupied by the Clifton Social Club, which had been most appropriate ly decorated with evergreens. The terpsichorean festivities were thoroughly enjoyed by the partici- pants, and dance succeeded dance with 8 frequency and regularity quite remarkable considering the warmth of the weather. At about II o'clock the ceremony of the tin wedding was performed by Col. Egan, who discharged his duty in 8 most appropriate and dignified manner.
 After the ceremony the con- pany repaired to supper. It was here that Jake distinguished him. self and the table presented very handsome appearance. The very best the market afforded was offered his guests and in great abundance. Mumm's e1try dry and other wines, together with a number of temperance drinks, were poured forth lavishly, and no one had cause to feel thirsty. Toasts were drank and responded to, the bachelors related their ex- periences with the tender passion. and wit and laughter was the order of the time. An hour and 8 half spent at the table put every one in good humor for dancing again, which was resumed with added vigor until 4 I'm.
 Great praise is due Mir. and Mrs. Abraham for the success of the entertainment afforded, which would have been credit to them even in a city, where the facilities for entertaining would naturally have been much more varied. No expense was spared, and the guests departed more than pleased with the pleasure afforded and breath ing hearty congratulations and wishes for the future health, wealth and prosperity of the hap oily married couple.
 Among the ladies present we noticed:
 Mrs. J. Abraham was richly att tired in black silk and lace, with diamond ornaments.
 Mrs. Sholes wore 8 handsome black silk with trimmings.
 Mrs. Wells of Gro appeared in an elegant Irish poplin, trimmed with black lace.
 Mrs. York of York's ranch wore a light tan silk.
 Mrs. John Torrance looked lovely in white null and Irish point lace.
 Mrs. Dr. Lacy presented a charming appearance in pink satin and Spanish lace.
 Mrs. c. M. Pier was very taste fully attired in plum silk, with pink satin basque.
 Mrs. G. M. Heggie was neatly attired in a dress of white mate rial, with lace and ribbon trim mings.
 Mrs. Lulu Bass looked attrac- tive in . black blocaded satin.
 Mrs. H. Hill wore white lace and looked nicely.
 Miss James was tastefully st- tired and looked charming in blue satin. with Spanish lace overdress.
 Miss Abraham was lovely in turquoise blue and Oriental lace.
 Miss Whelan was very attrac- tive in rose pink, with an Oriental lace overdress.
 Miss Torrance was richly at tired in cream null and Irish point lace.
 Miss Wright looked attractive and was neatly attired in white India muslin.
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