Pittsburg dispatch. [volume] (Pittsburg [Pa.]) 1880-1923, 1892-06-12
OCCASIONS OF THE WEEK.
Social Gatherings That Interest the Peopl,
of the Two Cities


Social Gatherings That Interest the People
of the Two Cities
The commencement exercises Of the st.
Thomas parochial school at Braddock, were
held in the St. Thomas University Hall on
Wednesday afternoon, from to 9. There
were eight graduates this year. The hall
and stage were exquisitely draped and
beautified by flowers and plants. The pro-
gramme was very excellent and was COM
posed of piano solos, duets, trios. q "wand'
drill by 10 boys, choruses by young ladies,
etc. Some of the most pleasing numbers were
scenes from MARY, Queen OF Scots" in
six acts presented in 20 characters by young
ladies appropriately .gowned and operetta,
"GrandPa's BirthSsy" followed follow , sung by 50
Grandpa The Photograph Gallery" a
funny sketch, was also q pleasing feature,
and chorus, kissing Papa Through the
Boyle. the well-known pastor Of the First NJ.
e. Church, Braddock, read an admirable ad-
dress. Thomas Addenbrook, a Braddock
school board member, made an address.
Dickey, of the Presbyterian Church, and
Rev. S. J. Shaw, OF the o. p. Church.
Wednesday evening, juno !, Miss Laura
Wentz, one Of the most popular young school
teachers on the Heights, was married to
George Albert Carson, q well-known physi-
clan of Mt Vernon, Iowa. The ceremony took
place at the residence of the BRIDES parents,
1877 Meridian street. Duquesne Heights. The
preceded by the little flower girl. Marian
Wood ward, and the.two maids OF honor, the
Misses Anna A. Wehner and Sadie Wolf
marched to an altar in the rear of the house,
where the Rev. Mr.. Ballyntyne made them
one. The presents were numerous and ele-
CANT. Mr. and Mrs. Carson left the same
evening for an extended trip to the East be-
fore leaving for Mt. Vernon, Iowa, the home
Of the groom. and where the young couple
will be at home after September l.
A very pretty family wedding was cole
brated on Thursday evening, June ., at
8 o'clock, uniting the futures Of Miss Kittie
B. Allen, OF Columbiana, O., and Mr.. j. W.
Hill, OF wheeling, W. Va. Tho ceremony
brother.in-law, W. T. Hamilton, 28a Wash.
ington avenue, Allegheny. The nuptial ser
vice was conducted by the Rev. j. L. Full
ton. D. D., of Beaver avenue. After which
the bridal party repaired to the dining room
to partake OF an appetizing repast. Miss
Allen is ono of Columbiana's fairest blondes
and looked lovely. Her flowers were white
pinks. Both have host of friends, which
was evident by the many presents received
with best wishes. The groom's present was
a handsome diamond ring. Mr.. and Mrs.
Hill lett the next day for their future home,
A delightful lawn fete was that given on
the grounds of st. Stephens Episcopal
Church, Friday evening. The arrangements
were all made by the young ladies of the
congregation, and they reflected great credit
upon their thoughtfulness and executive
ability. The booths were prettily decorated
with flowers and colored lamps, making q
beautiful effect against the the dark green
of the trees. The music was inspiring and
the weather all that could be desired. The
moon did her part, by showing almost her
fun fate to the merry-makers, and there
was not a single incident to mar the general
pleasure. There was q large attendance
guests coming from all parts Of the two
cities. The proceeds went into the church
fund, anu a large sum was realized.
The Young Peoples Society or Christian
Endeavor Of the Presbyterian Church, Of
Williamsburg, will give lawn fete tomorrow
and Tuesday evenings. They will be held
on the beautiful grounds attached to the
of Mr.. Robe TT Ferguson, Hampton
Place. The young ladies have been hard at
work on their preparations for weeks and
have spared neither time or labor to make
the event the most notable one of the season
for Wilkinsburg. The spot Is a magnificent
one, and provided the weather is good there
being anything less than delightful.
On Monday evening last delightful chill.
drens' birthday party was given at the home
Of Mr.. and Mrs. William Grusch, Linden