Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1890-06-18
SOCIAL MATTERS.
A Beautiful Home wedding-Personal
Notes Of Interest.

Notes OF Interest.
Miss Mary E. Wilson, daughter Of ex-Marshal
aad MrsA A. A. Wilson, and Lieut.. George b.
Davis of the army, were married at the home
OF the bride, No. 1000 street, last evening al
7:30 O'Clock Rev. Father Chappele officiating
IN an impressive manner. The drawing rooms
were empowered in draperies of asparagus
vines and decked with a great profusion OF
Margnerites. In the northeast corner was an
arch backed by palms and composed OF
Marguerites and vines, and in front
Of it railing topped by the pre-
vaiing field flower. In this pretty
nook Father Chappelle was ensconsed to per-
form the ceremony. Mr.. and Mrs. A. A. will
son stood at the door to receive the guests
Mrs. Wilson wore q becoming toilet Of pale
gray brocaded in a pattern of leaves in a darker
shade. IL was demi-trained, and the bodice
was cut In Ponlpadour and edged with lace
The elbow sleeves were edged with lace frills
ard she wore gray gloves. The ex-marshal
Jasmine. Behind clump of tall plants in the
second drawing room q band Of musicians were
stationed. and from the dining room door pass
ing through the second drawing room and
crossing the first to,the Marguerite fringed arch
two broad white satin ribbons were passed,
marking broad path that was wholly uno:-
eupied until as the sunset hour ap-
preached the hidden band sent ont
the merry strains Of the Swedish
wedding march. and the candidates
Tor matrimonial honors appeared in view of all
present, walking arm in arm and apparently as
undisturbed as il they we're traversing some
well-kept walk in a much-secluded garden.
The brides eyes were cast upon the floor and
the groom directed her footsteps steadily to-
ward the gates of Marguerites. The bride wore
strained dress Of rich white corded silk, made
were laid in heavy plaits and the front
was draped with duchesse lace. The
bodice was high, the high collar
being fastened with the diamond pin that
was the gift of Mrs. Cleveland; the sleeves we're
long and she carried a large bouquet of white
sweet peas and Cape Jasmine. The tnlle veil
fell about her. back and front, from the top of
her head where it was fastened with 9 bunch
Of orange blossoms. The groom was in evening
toilet and wore q boutonniere of sweet peas. Al
the close of the service Father Chappelle con-
graduated the pair, and Lieut. and Mrs. Davis
turned toward the large company with which
the rooms were filled. The company parted
md allowed Mrs. Wilson to pass directly
toward her and greet the newly made wife,
Others then pressed forward and the reception
became general. moment before the mar
riage service the telegraphic congratulations
Of e1-President and Mrs Cleveland were
received. In the dining room a table
forally beautiied was loaded with ices
W great variety Of colors and designs. Cakes
were served with the ices, and punch and
lemonade were also served. The happy pair
were still standing under the arch shortly after
soclock, when Cardinal Gibbons arrived and
pronounced the benediction- Before the re-
ception closed Lieut.. and Mrs. Davis depar ted
for a bridal tour through the north. The bride
wore upon this trip dress of brown cloth,
made with an English waistcoet of brown and
pale yellow-striped cloth. They will visit New
York and Buffalo, where Mr.. Davis mother re-
sides, and Niagara Falls, returning here in a
short time to prepare for their journey to Fort
Leavenworth, Kan, where Lieut.. Davis is
stationed.
Capt and Mrs w. Ross Browne entertained
few friends at their pretty home, No. 1905 Caro-
line Place, last evening. The porches and arbors
were hung with Oriental lanterns continuing
the effect of the house illumination far into
the garden. Among those present were Rev.
DR.. Addison OF Trinity Church and family,
Rev. DIR. Elliott Of Ascension, Dr. and Mrs
Talbot, Prof. ]. W. jerks Of Browne Univer-
Nty, Mrs. Grover Gen. and Mrs VIM. Henry
Browne Col. and Miss Scott of California ana
Mrs. Gray. Miss Iovnse nd read delightful paper
upon the ancient Greek Homes, az described
IN the "Iliad" Prof. jerks gave q graphic de-
scription of some of the wonderful natural
pbenomena he had witnessed in his travels in
Europe and America Mrs. W. Ross Browne ex-
poets 10 leave the city for Summer Rest"
her sesshore home at Vineyard Haven, Mass,
on Monday.
Miss Mabel Stewart. daughter Of Senator and
Mrs. Stewart. has arrived in the city from her
school in London. Ont. Mrs Stewart and Miss
Stewart have invited Mrs. Louise Patterson to
be their guest for the summer. and they all de-
part on Saturday for Nevada.
Mira Ida W. Wilmington and her daughter
Nellie leave tomorrow 70. the mountains for a
fortnight
Ar. A. L. BARRIERS yacht the Trophy, carried
merry party of young people down to Mar
shall Hall yesterday, where they spent q very
pleasant day, and returned on the Charles
Manchester. Among those who went were
Misses Jessie Miller, Mamie Ransdell, Bessie
Ways, Rose and Frances winger, Lorena Bar
Der, Daisy Davis, Marie Young, Messrs Aspin-
wall, Lobentine, Inch, Hamlin, Barber Young
and Davis. The yacht has gone to New York
with Mr.. and Miss Barber and Mr. g. T. Davis
and his sister, Miss Daisy Davis.
Mrs. A B. Williams 1885 18th street. deliy-
cred an interesting address on Text books in
the cellar at the commencement at Elmire
College last week
Mr.. and Mrs. Neil Belt left Monday for a few
weeks visit to Rockville From there thew in
tend going north for a couple Of months, not
returning to their home till October or No
vsmber.
There was pretty wedding this morning at
the residence Of Mrs. A. j. Barker No 3l2
street northwest. the contracting parties being
Miss Emms VI. Bailey. daughter of Alison L.
Bailey OF the census Office, and Mr. John r.
fltzsimmons Of Alton. Kan. Rev. Thomas d.
Addison, rector Of Trinity Church off;ciated
After An elegant breakfast the newly welded
couple, accompanied by Mrs. Minnie Newell
let Tor Chicago. whence they will proceed to
their home In Kansas.
The wedding Of Miss Fanny B. Bergman
and Mr.. VIM II. ShoIes will take place tonight
At the L Street Baptist Church at 8 O'Clock.
kev. j. j. Muir will officiate.
very pretty June wedding took place last
evening at the Union NJ L. Church. the con-
trseting parties being Mr.. w. l.. Stuard and
Mss Minnie Hilton. both of this city. Rev.
Joei Brown. assisted by Rev. c. W. Baldwin.
ofhciated. The ushers were Messrs Walter 1.
Taylor. Henry c. Fisher. James NJ Hilton and
johu 1. Meany. The bridal couple were the
recipients OF numerous and handsome presents
Mr.. ". II. Gibson and family of East Capitol
street will leave for Filomont, Va, for his
health.
MIA Wilt Hedisn Of Baltimore 10 spending
the week with her mother. Mrs G. L Ennis. at
the latters new home, No. II36 Sth street
pleasant dance was given last evening at
the Analostan Boat House and was greatly en-
loyed by those present among whom were Miss
Bryan, the Misses Darneille, Miss Silvey,
Mss McCalmOnt, the Misses Compton
Miss Sprigg and Miss Blackjack, Lieuts Carr
Bryan. Caperton, Beatty, Messrs Johns, Ruff.
Irimble, Harvey Page and Thomas
Mr.. and Mrs. Joseph s. worthington gave
delightful party at their country residence,
Fair View, Monday evening to celebrate the
sixteenth anniversary OF the birthday OF their
Daughter. Miss Sally, aud to herald her intro
duetion into society. The debutante was
dressed in toll ~ air