The Jersey City news. (Jersey City [N.J.]) 1889-1906, 1890-11-19
CHURCH PLEASURES.
Under the Sea at st. Mark's-An Odd
Effect in the Way of Bazaars.

A unique specimen of a church bazaar
called ''The Grotto Under the Sea-" was
opened last night at the new chapel hall
of st. Marks parish last night. A trans
parency OF fish shape, artfuiiy formed.
was suspended outside and apprised the
passerby of the activity within
Those who entered were greeted with
most uncommon ana fantastic sight.
The interior OF the chapel was so decorat-
ed as to represent submarine view.
From the ceiling were Suspended iunum-
cradle fish effigies of various colors in ex-
traordinary positions. Large masses OF
sea weed. in which were entwined fishes,
shells and marine fantasies, enveloped
the roof and sides of the booths. At the
extreme rear of the room. in a small en-
closure, was o representation OF McGinty's
final abode. Light greens and blues COM
mingled in charming confusion. The
scene was screened by coiored gauze
netting. through which were to be seen
rocks, wrecks, sea weed and fishes. The
scene was dimly lighted and the effect
was startlingly realistic This was the
work of the assistant rector, Mr.. Ker-
shaw.
At the first booth. ''The Crystal Cav
ern. sweet sea water was dispensed BY
Misses C. Warbrick, E. Tilden arc NJ
Shefer. Candy and ice cream were also
sold here by Mrs. Phelps and the Misses
NJ. Conell and L. Johnes.
In booth two-"The Sunken Steamer"
articles of bric-a-brac and ornaments
of beautiful designs were for sale. This
was presided over by Mrs. A. L. McGill,
Mrs. j. B. vredenberg, and the Misses A.
Mortimer, M. Van Worst, S. Van Worst,
f. Jordan, f.. Gilchrist, Mrs. w. +. Sweet,
Mrs. E. Mann, Mrs. J. Coraukes, Miss B.
Cordukes and Mrs. Bartleman-
"The Blue Fish Bower was attended
by Mrs. w. L, Marsh, Mrs. W. C. Lnt-
kins, Miss j. 0lmstead, Mss Manners,
Mrs. j. G. Crawford. Mrs. c. Elgin, Mrs.
A. J. Loomis, Mrs E Ransom. Miss
Edgeworth, Mrs. Adamthwaite, Miss l..
Blackburn and Miss C. Montgomery
The next booth was Goldfish Corner"
Aprons were for sale here. The booth
was attended by Misses 5. Gardner. Z.
Hodges and Mrs Webster. Refreshments
could be obtained in corner of the room
called The Life Saving Station On
duty here were Mrs. John Van Worst,
Mrs. Page, Mrs. Thorn, Mrs Hemming,
the Misses NJ. Wayne, H. Wayne, n.
Davies and ]. Black.
The art exhibition was under the care
of Mrs. Gibson. assisted by the Misses NJ.
A. Dali. Emerson and f. Williams.
During the evening musical selections.
under the direction of Mr.. C. Elkins, were
rendered by ''Our Glee Club."
On each night a special programme has
been prepared TO entertain the visitors.
On Monday night an operate perform
ance will be given.
Parish Fair of Grace Church.
The opening of the parish fair OF Grace
p. E. Church in the Sunday school build
ing last night was largely attended. The
long hall was tastefully decorated with
small American flags.
The first booth noticed on entering was
presided over by Mrs. Bennett, from
whose prettily decorated table beverage
was dispensed in small cups.
The ST. Agnes Guild booth, which next
claimed attention, was attended by the
Misses Fleming, Etti ngwood and Tripp.
Embroidery work, painted plaques and
fancy articles OF antique design were here
displayed for sale
The next booth on the right was the st.
Margaret Guild booth. Il was attended
by Mrs Stone and the Misses Ten Nelson
and White. Dolls aud confectionaries
were sold at this booth
The next booth was the booth of St.
Mary's Guild At this booth were Mrs.
King aud the Misses Medol and King. A
device OF fortune called Japanese pud-
ding was the sole attraction.
st. Htlda's Guild booth was the next
noticed. This booth was IN charge of
Misses Birdsall and Smith. Bric-a-brac
was here exhibited for sale the booth
Of the Grace Social Society was the next
encountered. This was under direction
of Misses Terwilliger. Johnston and lie
Blanc. who dispensed lemonade 70 the
thirsty.
Tomorrow night supper will be served
on the American plan There Will also
be music by the sAeolian Orchestra, " as
sisted by Mrs. Bearse and Miss Cranmer.
Thursday night will be the closing night
Of the fair. The feature OF It viii be a
tea party, and cup and saucer will be
presented, a. a souvenir, To every pur-
chaser Of = cup OF tea