The gold leaf. [volume] (Henderson, N.C.) 1881-1911, 1892-12-01
LOVES DREAM.
Oxford and Henderson Clasp Hands
in Unity.
lOXford P.Slic Ledger.

lOxford P;.Hlic LEDGER
Oxford society has been on tiptoes some
time over the grand social event OF the
marriage of one of our most lOvable and
sweetest OF maidens, Miss Eva, the oldest
daughter of Mr. and Mrs. J. NJ. CurriD,
and Mr.. Bailey Owen. of Henderson,
which took place Wednesday evening, at
$50 20 clock, in the Baptist church.
The ediice was most tastefuly and
uniquely decorated with chrysanthe
NUNS, geraniums and roses. There were
flower gates in each aisle, with arches OF
evergreens in the centre Of which was
suspended the letters c. and 0. made OF
white chrysanthemums. The aisles and
pulpit were covered with white, while the
seats for the family and invited guests
were separated by white ribbon. The
pulpit decorations were exquisite, At
the back of this was a bed of flowers
with steeple made OF evergreens. In the
centre of this was bell made of yellow
chrysanthemums. The pillars on each
side of the pulpit had entwined around
them vines interviewer with flowers OF
various hues, with chandeliers on top
containing lighted tapers, and with all
presented a most lovely scene to the i'm
mense thrOng o. ladies and gentlemen
assembled, from town and country, to
witness the nuptual VOWS
Mrs. r. W. Lassiter, with her exquisite
grace, presided at the organ playing the
bridal cho us from opera Lohengrin.
which was sung by Mrs S. w. Parker,
Mrs. J. S. Hardaway, Mrs w. l. Wilkin-
son, Mr.. W. c. Reed and MIR. J. v Rice,
as the bridal party marched down the
aisles in the following order:
Misses Matte Baskerville and Maggie
Currin, tioWe.' girls, holding the gates
open.
c. D. Ray, D. C. Hunt, F. P. Hobgood,
Jr., W. Lands, ushers.
Miss Annie Booth with J. H. Bridgers,
of Henderson; Miss Fannie Hughes with
W. Y. Swain, of Henderson; Miss Lille
Cayce, of Richmond, with J. 2. Taylor,
OF Henderson, Miss Mary Currin with n.
2. Strause, of Henderson; Miss Annie
Upperman, of Louisburg, with w. D.
Currin; Miss Belle Cooper with Henry
Macy, of Henderson; Miss Matte Roun-
tree with H. NJ. Cannon, OF Henderson;
Miss Mary Belle Gregory with w. E. Mas
senburg, of Henderson, attendants.
men came the observed of all obser-
vers, the bride, leaning on the arm of her
father, Mr.. J. NJ. Curtin, and the groom
with his best man, Mr.. J. D. Rose, of
Henderson. Miss Ionic Currin was maid
of honor.
Rev. J. S. Hardaway stepped forward
and in clear, distinct voice performed
the ceremony.
The bride was handsomely attired in
white crystal bengaline point applique
lace and diamonds. The bridal veil was
held in place by lilies of the valley, while
the lady attendants were becomingly
attired in white. Their escorts and the
ushers were dressed in conventional black.
Each waiter carried small bouquets OF
lilies OF the valley.
After the ceremony was over the bridal
party entered their carriages and were
driven to the residence OF Mr.. J. M. Cur
rim, on High street, where a reception
was held and a charmingly prepared and
sumptuous supper was given by MIR. and
Mrs. Currin in honor OF the occasion.
The elegant parlors and dining room
were exquisitely decorated with flowers
loneliness, while the beautiful walls were
resplendant in the sweet flood light of
costly lamps All through the rooms
were elegantly dressed lovely women
and gallant and noble gentlemen. The
The happy couple surrounded by host
of friends receiving congratulations will
be joyfully remembered. The merry
ripple of laughter mingled with the cease
less hum of conversation, made some
wonder if their time would be next to
enter the holy state.
The many beautiful ladies in attrac-
tive costumes, with bright jewels and
brighter eyes and rosy cheeks and snowy
dresses, made a bewitching scene Of
beauty.
In the dining room was q long table
spread with snowy damask, attractively
decorated with chrysanthemums, laden
with a menue suitable for the palate of
the gods of good eating.
The grace and friendly courtesy with
which the charming host and hostess re-
ceived their friends on this happy occa-
sion made one feel at home, and very
naturally the joyous occasion SO eagerly
looked forward to will long be remem-
bered by each happy participant as a
roseate CLEAN of sunlight which will never
entirely fade out.
Among those from distance present
at the marriage were Mrs. Harriet Owen
and Mrs. j. V. Brooks, mother and sister
of the groom, of South Boston, Va, DR..
J. '. Brooks, OF South Boston, Va, Mr..
J. D. Cooper, OF Henderson, and Mr..
Milton Cayce, of Richmond, Va.
The presents received by the young
couple were very numerous, handsome
and costly, filling up a large portion of
one room, Astounding in glittering gold
and silverware. The groom's gift to the
bride was an elegant gold watch and
chain set with diamonds.
Mr.. and Mrs. Owen left on the 1915
train Thursday on an extended tour to
Northern cities, followed with many good
wishes for a long life, Joy and happiness.