The Seattle post-intelligencer. [volume] (Seattle, Wash. Terr. [Wash.]) 1888-1914, 1892-09-18
nacention to : Paator.


H. z. Nymsn, Mr.. j. Towle. Mr.. J. OHars, Mr..
A. McKinnon.
Reception to . Pastor.
The reception given to its new pastor, Rev.
Kenneth J. Duncan, by the Second Presbyterian
church, Wednesday evening, was well attended
and was very enjoyable occasion. Rev. 7. ~
Gum, D. D., synodical missionary for the state,
introduced the new pastor in very pleasant
manner, and Mr.. duncan responded in the same
spirit Addresses were made by Elder Fande-
vanter. OF Kent; by DR.. Stewart. OF Sumner, and
by DR.. Ross, of Spokane Refreshments were
served by the ladies and . social time enjoyed.
A Birthday Surprise Party.
very pleasant surprise party was given to
Mr.. J. Riordan on his I'D birthday at his home,
last Wednesday evening, by his friends. The
evening was devoted to music, cards, ETC., after
which refreshments were served. The names
of those present are: Mr.. and Mrs. J. F. Henry,
Mr.. end Mrs Sumner, Mrs. Riordan. Mrs. Good,
Miss Annie johnson, Miss Caddie Weber, Miss
Kitty Anderson. Miss Eva Stewart Mr.. McLel-
Ian, Mr. Judson. Mr.. Winters, Mr.. Belling, Mr..
Isaac.
Mr.. Backus Gives . Dinner.
On Thursday evening Mr.. n. +. Backus gave
an elaborate stag dinner in honor OF MI T. +.
Shelby. select coterie of gentlemen sat down
to an elegant banquet table that was loaded
with the choicest viands OF every description.
Those who had the good fortune to be present
were Mr.. p. r. Shelby, Judge Thomas Burke,
Mr. d. H. Gilman, Mr.. E. O. Graves, Mr.. w. r.
Forrest, Dr.. A. p. Milton, Mr.. H. C. Henry, Mr..
Z. A. Strout, and the host, Mr. NJ +. Backus.
Sunday School Teacher Surprised.
Mr.. J. B. Dowd, one of the most popular
teachers in the Sunday school of the Second
Methodist Protestant church, was rendered .
Fri iubf hv fbo hopa nfh IL
class who wanted 70 show him how well they
appreciated his efforts in their behalf. They
gathered at his house ON Oak street near Thomas
and gave him q fine time. The evening was
spent in music, singing and playing innocent
games and at about II o'clock all retired, having
had q most pleasant time.
Organ Fund Circle Reception.
Tuesday evening the Organ Fund Circle of
Plymouth church held their last reception at
Richard Winsor, jr.'s. at Kirkland. The guests
were taken over and back from Seattle on the
steamer Edith E., which was chartered for the
evening. The house and grounds looked charm
ing lighted by Japanese lanterns, especially the
house, which was lighted throughout by
candles. Mrs Winsor was assisted in receiving
by her sister, Miss Bingham. of Michigan.
Dinner by MI. and Mrs. w. 8. Relfe.
Mr.. and Mrs. W. 6. Relic gave q dinner on
y.
Arthur 8. Chandler, Mr.. Tracy II. Robertson and
Mr.. Howard d. Thomas, IT, The affair was
quite pleasant and was thoroughly enjoyed by
all the guests. In addition TO those in whose
honor the dinner was given, there were present
Mr. and Mrs w. s. Relfe Miss Blanche Relic,
Miss Genevieve Relic and Mr.. L Relic.
Mrs. +. j. Humes' Luncheon.
On Tuesday afternoon Mrs. 7. J. Humes gave
a Charming luncheon at her home, on Joy street
The kind hostess was assisted by Mrs. G. +.
Zimmerman and Mrs. Wilson. The hours were
from to o'clock. The parlors were decorated
with cut flowers and ferns. The lunch was
served at O'Clock in the spacious dining room
The evening was wound up with music and
cards.
Prof Il. ID. Crandall's Concert.
On the evening Of September Is Prof E. D.
Crandal will at Plymouth Congregational
church give q concert which will be character
ized by an excellent programme. Among those
who will take part are the following: Mrs
Marie 8. Story, who Is well known a. . graceful
and accomplished singer, Mr.. Delius, Prot c. E.
Roberts, Mr.. n. M. Grout and Others
Latona Social News.
The members of the. Union sunday-school
have decided to give a church entertainment
Friday, September %. in the Christian church,
Gladstone street, LatOna. consisting of music,
singing, dialogues, Rotations, readings, etc. A
nice lunch will be provided.
Future Social Events.
The next exhibit OF the Seattle Art League
will be given Cd the last Thursday OF this
month.
The first concert OF the Evening Musical Club
will be given on the evening of Monday, Sep
TENDER g.
The ladies OF Grace Methodist Episcopal
church will serve a New England dinner at the
Suburban hotel. corner Alton and Jackson
Streets from to O'Clock ON Tuesday evening
The Ladies' Musical Club will begin the work
of its fall season on Friday afternoon, Septem.
Der q. at Petis' Chambres de Musique. Invita-.
tions will be issued to both active and associate
members
On Tuesday night, September 20, at the First
Christian church, on Seneca street, will be given
an auction sale of baskets of refreshments
There will also be given a short musical pro-
gramme.
Mr.. S. s. Weeks has rendered the services of
himself and orchestra, in all six persons, to the
North Seattle Baptist church for a vocal and In
strumental concert for the benefit of the church
organ fund. The orchestra will be assisted by
some Of the best local talent The conces, will
be given Friday, September %, at Pettls' Cham
bres de Musique, Front street.
Personal Social News.
DR.. E. W. Young went to Tacoma Tuesday.
Mr.. c. J. Smith has returned from Portland.
Mr.. Harry J. Sheaie has returned to school at
Boston.
Mr.. Edwin Ripley went to New Westminster
Thursday.
The Hon. w. II. Calkins was in the city on
Wednesday.
Mr.. Fred A. Johnson will leave tonight for
Portland, Or.
has returned
On Wednesday morning Mrs. W. A. Hardy left
for California
Mr.. Jacob Furth has returned from his trip to
San Francisco.
Mr.. and Mrs G. Fl. Park have returned after