Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1891-04-24
SWEETS OF SOCIETY.
Pleasures, Past snd Prospective, in Social
Circles of the Two Cities

Circles of the Two Cities.
Never before has the Pittsburg Club Theater
been graced by as pretty an entertainment as
was given there last evening by the pupils OF
Mrs Rebecca Boardman; and seldom, IL ever.
has It encompassed an audience Of more refine
ment than that which witnessed the entertain
ment The performance was very justly called
aesthetic, as everything about it, from the
young ladies to their poses and costumes, was
of the highest aesthetic attainment. The pro-
gramme consisted principally of Delsarre
exercises and tableaux, varied slightly
with musical and recitatiye numbers. The
young ladies were all gowDsd in pure white,
which gracefully outlined the forms and fell
in classical folds with each pose. The prertiest
number on the programme was doubtless the
Grecian dance, in which the entire class Joined.
Another number, little Sara and Paul Board
man were the recipients Of an ovation at the
conclusion of their minuet. in which Sara re-
lated Grandma's recollections Of the stately
dance and they both illustrated it
Miss Irene Sample contributed to the enter
tainment with vocal solo, 'Come to Me-" and
Mr.. F. P. Smith did likewise with several solos.
"The Roman Girls Confession" reclted by
Mrs. Boardman. was a dramatic incident of the
class, was rapturousiy pretty and presented
in three parts, consisting OF: First part
Supplication; entreaty: divine supplication;
resign alton, and submission. Part sec
ond-Home happiness. Part third-Leaving
home; in sight of home; heavenly home.
The statue scene was very picturesque. and
consisted of representations ofPerdita, Sorrow,
Pleasure, Minerva and Mischief.
In the Delsarte movements the following
were given: Harmonic poise, breathing exer-
else, waist movement opposition OF head and
arms, reaching and pushing. retiring step. at
traction. repulsIon; normal attitudes. viz,
repose, respect and indecision; concentrIc atti-
tudes. viz, reflection. grief and defiance; eccen-
trio attitudes, viz, animation, suspense and
vehemence. fall of dying gladiator.
The Young ladies who took part in the eXer-
cises Of the evening were Misses May Moor
head, Florence Topper, Lula Boardman, Rebe
Boardman, Jessie Michales Estelle Oxley,
Sarah HARRISON. Agnes Patterson, Carrie Will
helm. Rita Stevens. Sara Boardman, Paul
Boardmap. Linda Boardman, aud Mamie Saw
yer, accompanist.
The nrst wedding ceremony performed by
Chancellor Holland, though not by any means
the first performed by Rev. W. J. Holland,
was that which united Miss Mary b. Johnston,
daughter of Mr.. F. s. Johnston. and Mr.. +. F.
Davidson, at O'clock last evening. The we'd
ding was celebrated at the pretty Bellefeld
home of the bride and was elegant in every de-
tail. The invitations were limited to the fam
lily connections and intimate friends necessarily
SO. as they alone were sufficient to throng the
spacious apartments of the Johnston residence.
The bride, who is winning and engaging,
and enjoys exceeding popularity among
clad in white faille franchise wedding gown,
| fashioned On train and decollete. Her
bouquet was OF roses and valley lilies. Little
Blanche johnson, as flower girl, dressed in
simple Kate GreenawaY costume and carrying
basket of roses and lilies, attended her sister.
Mr.. Harry Johnston, brother Of the bride,
ofiiciated as best man while Mr. david @
son Is of the firm of Davidson d Co.,
Federal street, and prominent young business
man. After the ceremony the company repaired
was served by Luther. Upon the return from
their nuptial journey Mr.. and Mrs. Davidson
will occupy charming home in Bellefeld.
1t has long been an acknowledged fact that
the excellent bread furnished by the Woman's
Exchange is strong incentive for young peo-
pie Of this city to marry and go to housekeep-
ing, and the jellies, preserves and salads fur
nished at the same place are reinforcements to
the incentive. A deliciously tantalizing ex.
hibition of these dainties was made for
and attracted far more attention than
did the painting and needle work.
The latter, however, did not suffer for
attention as guests literally. thronged the
apartments throughout the day, coming for
lunch and spending the afternoon as it were.
The Reception COMMITTEES, consisting OF
number Of the board Of managers and officers,
were kept busy accepting and acknowledging
the compliments showered supon the rooms,
which have lately received a thorough remod-
cling and refurnishing, and which were further
adorned with spring blossoms. apple. peach and
cherry, that mingled their fragrance with the
dainty perfume of the fancy room and the de-
licious odor of the cake department. The
luncheon room did big business and the sales
for the day were heavy, though not such as
would warrant the Exchange in retiring from
future business.
AN informal reception was rendered Miss
Sybil Carter, distinguished missionary who
has lately returned from China and Japan, at
the st. Andrews Church parlors yesterday
afternoon. The lady was the recipient Of con.
siderable social attention, prompted Dy her own
graciousness and intelligence and by the repu-
tation she SO justly has Of being wonderfully
clever woman and q remarkably successful
missionary. Preceding the reception, which had
IS an attribute delicious collation., Miss Carter
delivered a charming and earnest talk upon
missionary work. She did not confine herself TO
experiences in China and Japan, but came
nearer home in interesting reminiscenees Of
last summers stay among the Dakota Indians
Christianity. according TO Miss Carter, IS the
solving of the Indian question and the saliva
tion Of the race. II is accomplishing wonders
among the savageS the greatest OF all being
personal cleanliness. and next to that industry.
Miss Carter Is enthusiastic regarding the work
in China and Japan. as indeed she is concern
ing all missionary work. She Will talk this
evening in Trinity chapel.
AN important event in the life Of Miss Jessie
Fulton, the youngest daughter of the late
John Fulton, and in the existence Of Mr.. Will
lam Muirhead, as well, was their marriage last
witnessed the ceremony, though many wish
the young couple unlimited happiness and
prosperity. The bride is a member of long
Established Allegheny family. charming
young lady and a thorough business woman
as well. she having for some years
past held the position of bookkeeper
In large Allegheny business house:
stylish chapeau, Miss Fulton presented an at
tractive appearance. and the ceremony, as per-
formed by Rev. DR.. Richardson was impressive
Fun NJ Mnirhaad n
promising young electrician of Allegheny, and
with his bride, after the wedding, Will reside
with his parents on jackson street until the
completion Of a new home which is building on
the same street.
BREApINe sPEER, professor Of physics in
the Pittsburg High School. lectured last even
ing in the rooms of the Pennsylvania Railroad
Department, Y: NJ. c. A. on Twenty-sigh:h
streer The subject was "1he Moon" and
with the assistance of a magic lantern the aud
ience became quite familiar with this rather
distant planet and could detect upon Its sur.
face all its mountain ranges, volcanoes and
plains.
REV. FATHER GALLAGHER was excessively
pnsy for a brief space Of time at high mass
yesterday. He had double wedding on bands,
and in his usual happily impressive manner
united Miss Ella Shannon and Mr.. Anthony
Kunkler, both Of Twentieth street, and Miss
Moiiie o'Donnell and Mr.. Frank Burkley. of
Tenth street. The weddings took place in st.
Johns Catholic Church.
Social Chatter
The Allegro Climb gave a reception hop last
evening, at Braun's Academy.
THE Newport Club will give its first recep-
tion at Braun's Dancing Academy TONIGHT.
MISS EMMA BARcHFIELD was married last
evening to e. z. Wilds, the Penn avenue bust-
ness man.
REV. ]. A. BALLANTYNE lectured last even