Los Angeles herald., 1892-01-28
IN SOCIETY.

Miss Emma Childs, daughter of the late
o. w. Childs, who in his lifetime was a
prominent banker in that beautiful city
of the south, Los Angeles, has been Wis
iting some friends here, says the San
Francisco Examiner of Monday, and
they and those with whom she has be-
come acquainted since her sojourn
amongst us have endeavored to make
her stay agreeable in every way they
could devise. The young lady was quite
prominent in society circles at Monterey
last season, and consequently many
were pleased at the opportunity of re-
newing the acquaintance.
A matinee tea on Monday afternoon,
at which the young lady was present,
was given by Miss Marie and Miss Kate
Voorhies, and was quite success.
Music, instrumental and vocal, the serv-
ing of light refreshments and the taste
full surroundings served to make the
hours pass pleasantly. The Misses
Voorhies were assisted in receiving their
guests by Miss Childs, Miss Scott, Miss
On Saturday afternoon Miss Hager
gave a tea, to which the friende of the
family had been invited, at the resi-
dence of her mother, Mrs. John S. Ha-
ger, Cough and Washington streets.
Miss Childs was the special guest of the
afternoon, and assisted her hostess in
receiving the many ladies and gentlemen
who thronged the elegantly appointed
parlors.
On the occasion of her 10Th birthday,
Tuesday night, Miss Pearl Straube was
the recipient of most delightful sur
prise party at her residence, No. 276
Fremont avenue, by a large gathering
of her intimate friends. Early in
the evening guests began to assemble to
her surprise, but she soon OWNED the
reason and was delighted at the tribute.
The evening was most enjoyable one;
games in addition to vocal and instru-
mental music being indulged in by some
of the elder guests as we'll as the young
people. The enjoyment reached its
highest when a charming repast was
laid bare and disposed of in manner
that evidenced its excellence. Among
those present we're:
Mr.. and Mrs. Dupuy, Mines. Magne
and Straube, Misses M. Dupuy, Effie
and Grace Briggins, Estella, Maude
and Belle Shields, Pearl Gleason Pearl
Straube, Marguerite and Carmen Hare,
Lotta Reed and Ada Shields; Messrs. L.
G. A. Straube. DR.. E. A. de Cailhol,
George Karstens, Willie, Bennie and
Charlie Straube, Fred Brock, Leslie
Briggins, ]. Dupuy, Hal Gleason.
The singing Of Mr.. j. Dupuy was
highly enjoyable and especially deserv-
ing of mention.
Mr.. and Mrs. William Gardner Cogs-
well announce an evening of song for
Friday evening at 106 North Spring
street. The following ladies and gentle-
men will participate: Mrs. Cogswell,
soprano and pianist; Mrs. Modini- Wood,
soprano Miss De Merritt, mezzo soprano
Miss Coleman, pianist; Mr.. Forest
Cheney, violinist Mr.. Modini- Wood,
tenor and Mr.. Cogswell, tenor.
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This week promises to be an eventful
one at the Redondo hotel, as number
OF persons are booked to arrive, and
among the social events there will be
hop tomorrow evening, given by the
Chesterfield club of this city. 1t is to
during the evening, and the party will
return to the city by special train on the
Redondo line.
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The Pasadena Tennis club announce
an open tournament for Washington's
birthday. A gold and silver medal will
be given for the winners of the gentle
mans singles. Only three players from
each club can enter.
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A drive whist party was given last
Monday evening by Mrs. Y. Rogers, of
956 South Broadway, in entertainment
OF her brother, F. L. Rogers, promin-
ent stock owner of Arizona, and his
friend, w. Benham.
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An enjoyable dance was held at Kra-
mer's hall last Tuesday evening by
number of young gentlemen in honor of
number of the young women of the
south side of the city.
The next German of the Cotillon
club takes place on Friday evening.
Lieutenant Meyler will lead the German.
The high school commencement exer-
cises have been set for February 18th,
at the Grand opera house.
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A musicaleIwas given by Mrs. J. E.
Platter in honor of Miss Mccormick, of
San Francisco, last night.
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Miss Florence Jones is visiting at
Riverside.
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Miss Emma Childs returns home
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