Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1892-11-29

Secretary Elkins' home on Mcpherson square
is being put in trim for the return Of his family
who are expected shortly.
Ex-Gov. jackson Of Maryland and family are
spending the winter at the Arlington.
The victorious foot ball team were yesterday
the heroes of the day nj Annapolis and the
guests of the ladies of the Naval Academy who
gave in their honor q 4 to tea in the
hall above the boat house. The blue
and gold of the academy co,ors foated
in every direction and were worn by every lady
Mrs Phythian wife of Commander Phvthian,
made delightful little speech in presenting
Capt. Trench ofthe foot ball team a handsome
SIX banner Miss Phythian presented each
cadet with a yellow chrysAnthemum. The team
had the place of honor on the platform. and all
the guests were presented individually and
very jolly afternoon followed. in which a boun-
teous refreshment table and fine floor for
dancing were good and sufficient reasons.
Miss Nellie Bartle and Mr. Robert Farnham
Miller will be married tomorrow at noon at the
Church of the Ascension.
The Columbia Athletic Club will give a re-
ception on Thursday erening from 10 IL, a,
which dancing viii close the evening.
Mrs. Richard Nottingham and her infant
son are visiting Col and Mrs. Rutherford, and
will be with them until after the Christmas
holidays.
A pleasant surprise party was given to Miss
Annie Brannd at her residence last Thurs
day evening. Among those present were Misses
Reintzel, Morgunl. Collier. Brand. Steidel.
Benhahl, Mrs. King. Mrs. Brannd. Miss D. Ward
of Philadelphia, Messrs. King. Olinger, Beavins,
Steidel, Denham, Hall, Mann, Brannd, Webb
and W. Cornwell.
Mr.. and Mrs. VIM. NJ. Hodges we're rendered
pleasant surprise Thanksgiving eve at their
residence, 52S 7th street southeast. Music aud
dancing were kept up until a late hour, when
the dining room was thrown open and supper
was served. Among those present were Mr..
and Mrs. Charles Hooper. Mrs. Susie Horton,
Mr.. and Mrs. @. S. Drury, Mr.. and Mrs.
Wheeler, Mr.. and Mr.. B. +. Mccartney, Mr..
and Mrs ]. W. Thorowgood, Misses Maggie and
Jessie Caywood, Miss Bette Guinand. Miss
Clara Martin, Messrs. @. II. Willett, NJ F. Mar
tin, J. S. Martin, jr., VIM. Willett and S. II.
Martin.
Ex-Mayor James W. Ayers Of Camden, n j..
is visiting his daughter. Mrs Charles E. Bogia,
No. 23S LIST street northwest.
Mr.. and Mrs. Msyorga of the Nicaraguan le-
CATION are at present in New York city. at the
Victoria Hotel. Their start for home has been
delayed owing to the illness of'their child, who,
unfortunately, contracted pneumonia. The
child is improving and should his health per-
NIT the family win leave for Nicaragua .pout
the 10th of next month.
Mrs. Judge Thomas F. Miller and her two
cnl.uIen are II Atanta. "a, az guests OF EOltOf
Evan Z. Howell of the Atlanta Constitution.
A few days ago there a social gathering at
the Howell mansion. which was given for the
Young folks. The Atlanta Consultation says Of
the merrymaking:
The two tiny hostasses received their guests
in the sweetest and most cordial fashion and in
their pretty little frocks looked ike the pink
and blue princesses that come out like morning
glories in fairy tales Little Susie wore quaint
frock Of white silk, embroidered in blue, and
slippers and stockings to match the en-
broidery.
Little Bessie dressed in the sweetest Of
empire white silk gowns run through with baby
ribbons, and she was as bright and sparkling "a
a sunny stream in midsummer.
After refreshments were served the children
had great deal OF fun over fshpond. artIs-
tically arranged in a pretty bower. Here
countless treasures were drawn forth by the
small hands-doils, picture books, bags of bon
bons, everything to delight the heart of a
child.
At the wedding OF Miss Willamette Owings
Of Calvert county and Mr. Vim. T. Duvau Of
Anne Arundel county, which occurred at
Friendship, Md. November l., the bride wore
a gown of white silk. trimmed with lace and
orange blossoms: her veil of tuIle fastened
with the same lovely flowers. She carried an
| exqnisite bunch Of white Japanese chrysanthe-
NUNS, and was attended by her sister, Miss
| Lily, Mr.. d. Duyall, Miss Ethel Brice. Mr.. S.
| Owiugs, her brother, and Miss Annie Petit
| bone, who maid of honor. The ushers
| were VIM. T. Hutchins of Friendship and John
Pettbone of Annapolis. The church was
crowded with friends of the bridal couple.
The wedding took place in the NJ. E. Church
South, and the ceremony was performed by the
| Rev. J. R. Andrew. assisted by Rev. F. F.
| Griffith. The church was trimmed with au-
tumn flowers. handsome floral bell. under
which the bride stood. being feature of the
occasion. A wedding breakfast was served al
| the home of the bride. After the marriage
| Mr.. and Mrs. DuvaiI took the boat at Fair
Haven for an extended wedding tour. On
| their return they will reside near Annapolis.
Lieut. F. G. Hodgson. aid-de-camp to Gen.
E. A. Carr, I. S. A.. has changed his address to
| SIC 18th street.
| Miss Jessie Graves of Seattle, Wash, Is visit
ing her brother, Mr.. Clarence G. Allen, 1451 s
/ street.
| Miss Gotta Stockbridge has returned from
Seattle where she visited several months with
Miss Graves, formerly of this city.