The Memphis appeal. [volume] (Memphis, Tenn.) 1886-1890, 1888-10-04

The home of Mr.. Jos. Specht, on Madi-
son street was last night the scene OF one
OF those Joyous gatherings which is always
so closely associated with marriage. In
anticipation of the event. notable gath
ering OF the friends of the host had as
sembled and filed the large hall which
had been converted into a reception-room
for the occasion. 1t was brilliant with
colored lights and decorations Of moss and
holly, while great bowls OF natural flowers
shed a delicious fragrance throughout t,e
room. Among the large crowd were
number Of most prominent Memphians,
while others equally as well known were
represented by regrets or by handsome
remembrance to the bride.
The happy young bride in this pleasant
and memorable affair was Miss Genevieve
Specht, second daughter OF the well known
citizen, Mr.. Jos. Specht, ST. In musical
and social circles she has occupied such q
prominent place that it were needless to
refer TO her popularity and success. Pos
sessed OF u finely trained soprano voice,
she has freely contributed her services to
all occasions demanded by the exigcncies
OF social and charitable work. For years
she has been leading member OF ST.
| Peters choir, whose excellent work is
widely and favorably known.
In large circle OF friends she has been
n conspicuous figure, endearing herself 10
| each and all by generous and sympa-
thetic nature. In gainingso accomplished
a bride Mr.. John j. Barry has been an
other one OF the lucky men who have
drawn prizes in the lottery Of life.
The groom himself is conspicuous fig
urc in local affairs. He is one OF the best
known and most popular OF the large mum
Der OF magistrates who control county al
fairs. lie has for years held position
which has brought him no little share OF
local fame for honesty and integrity. lie
promises TO fill yet higher positions, TO
which his reputation and accomplishments
entitle him.
These two happy personagcs, arm-in-
arm, stood before the prizes. IN the pres
ence Of the assembled guests last evening
and pledged the VOWS which guarantee
them future Of unmiXed happiness. The
Rev. Father Edelan pronounced the
words which, in the Catholic faith. made
them one until death, while the low
strains OF the organ, under Prof. Winklers
charge. added impressiveness to the scene.
The bride wore crepc-de-chine, with
natural flowers in her hair and hOquct Of
same in her hand. The groom wore the
customary evening suit and looked the
proud and happy individual which the &C.
casion demanded.
Immediately after the ceremony tho
choir from St. Peters church took up tho
| Lav aud roudsraI nm aDurOpriufn yppul
chorus, which made the room ring with It's
sweetness and melody. The guests pressed
forward and extended the congratulations
so appropriate in an event OF this kind.
The doors OF the reireshment room were
then thrown open and all were served 10 a
rcpast which is only seen on marriage
nights. The flow OF wine was only cx-
hausied when wo3ds could no longer DO
found in which TO toast the happy pair
After hasty change OF toilet the bride
and groom left for the depot in timo 10
catch the train TO Cincinnati, their first
stopping place, after which they proceed
further east ior two weeks visit.
In an upper room the handsome and
varied array vi presents were arranged for
inspection and from the hasly survey
made by an APPEAL reporter he carried
away confused impressions Of china and
and glassware in endless assortment, aud
silycrwarc, IN which connoissour would
rcyel. Everything in the way OF n suit.
able remembrance was represented and
the bride and groom start with every
equipment Tor a successful aud comfortable
household.
THg ArrrL Joins in the hearty congrat-
ulations which follow the couple on their
hone ymoon trip.