The times. [volume] (Richmond, Va.) 1890-1903, 1892-02-28

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HMFNsr,Fl being included among
4 pII2lyFCl frivolities. but in the
elTh h7kgI cause of instruction as
well as enjoyment. does
not bow its head in penltental humillty or
clothe itself in sack-cloth ana ashes, out
happily continues its good WORK OF putting
its little leaven' OF culture IN Society III ING
hope of leayening the whole.
Some of the numerous card clubs have agi-
tated the supiect of continuing likewise dur
ing Lent, but, on dit. the game Is caIieu auI
no more Of 1t in 'jollle, goodlie cohlpsh'e
until the Easter festivities. ihere u Ouo
hour in connection with these spOrtlVe Orgahl-
cations which will ever be hallowed 10y
brightest memories, the mystic hour OF III
with It's sign of beaux and signal OF supper
The insignia Of these happy occasions has
unfailngly been
Cards and women draw the limo
Until eleven, then men and wine
There Will also be series of 'at-homes'
during Lent. gwen by Mrs Moncure Perkins
on Wednesday afternoons. at her nome on
south Third street. which are anticipated
with great deal of pleasure. At one time
there was a charming custom OF lenten en-
tertainment in our city. After early services
a long walk in the fragrant spring mornings
would be followed by q dainty breakfast,
which u score of rosy-cheeked girls would
linger over and find a sweeter, tresher ENJOY
ment than any midnight supper OF the de-
parted winter
Every entertainment Of the week just pass
ed seemed 20 CLEAN with that peculiar bright
ness which shines upon blessings as they
take their flight
The browning gayety was the elegant cotil-
lon given by Dir. LOWS Ginter III honor OF
his guests OF its beauty and enjoyment so
much has already been written that Its theme
has become an oft-told tale The eXlul-
site beauty of the favors and souvenirs was
the most marked feature OF ITS brilliancy
and Will make treasured remembrances
of most brilliant event Baskets or huy-
Ter candy were presented TO ell OF the mar
RED ladies' while very handsome bureau sill
yer. fans, jeweled scarf pins and various
novelties in fancy fayOrs were the trophies
shown by the bellies and beaux of tho evening.
The evening prior 90 tho cotlllon very en-
joyabe euchre party was given by Mr. Ginter
that his young guests might be presented 10
some of those with whom they would dance
the evening following.
Tho Greenbrier Stop Club" was enter
tanned by Mr.. and Mrs. Barton Grundy on
Wednesday evening, when one of the hand
soonest events of the season was enjoyed by
their guests. The loIors of theevening were
shared by Miss Lena Branch and Mr.. Carter
Branch who. with the host and hostess, made
every guest cordially welcome TO their lavish
hospitality.
The decorations were both elaborate and
artistic and filled every nook ana corner with
their fragrance and vivid color of bloom, as
well as graceful effects wrought by majestic
palms. The hail was full Of spicy O dOrs
of carnations in countless number massed with
FERNS while at its rear was q dense bower of
taliest palms which md from view the string
band OF music, which throughout the even
inc filled the air with its enlivening
strains. The parlors were dressed IN
the gayest attire of gorgeous yellow
and crimson tulips and pink and white hya-
ciuths while the table in the dlnlng-rOOm,
where was spread one Of the most superb re-
pasts ever seen in our city. was respondent
with American Beauty roses and u prOfuslun
Of lilies of tho valley When the excitement Of
the game was over ordinations of delight
were heard on oil sides over the exquisite
prizes. all of which were from Ililanys Mrs.
Frank Christian won a large eut-gass
dish: Mrs. Charles Il. LathrOp a silver
paper-knife. feur do lis handle.
Mrs. Robert S. Bosher a cut-gass pitcher,
and Mrs Edward Christian. silver stamp
box: Miss Bessie Lay a silver pin cushion,
and Mrs. j. Kerr Branch silver paper
hanger. A souvenir was presented 70 each
guest, which was pack OF cards IN the most
artistic of satin cases, upon one side OF which
was painted IN miniature pile OF cards, ana
on the other "Greenbrier Stop Club. and
the date. At II O'clock that happy
hOur--when the gentlemen were
welcomed TO the finishing pleasures. the
tables were spread and laid for the most ele-
CANT Of course suppers. comprising many
rare dishes and fine wines Those present
were. Mr.. and Mrs +. r. Scott, Mr.. aud Mrs.
George y. McAdams, DR.. and Mrs. X. q.
Cabell. Mr.. James r. Branch. Mr. and Mrs. j.
Kerr Branch Mr. and Mrs. Z. Il. lathrOp,
Mr.. and Mrs Il. 5. Bosher, Alr. and Mrs. ~.
Christian. Mr.. and Mrs William Royal Mr.
and Mrs Finders. Mr.. and Mrs. Otway Allen,
Mr.. and Mrs. j. q. Lowell, Dir. and Mrs. }. 4.
Welsh. Mr.. and Mrs Egbert Leigh. Mr.. and
Mrs A. L. Harris. Mr. and Mrs. James
Dooley. Mr.. and Mrs Frank Christian Mrs.
Ed. Buck. Mr.. and Mrs. James Allison,
Mr. and Mrs. Robert Boykn. Mr.. and Mrs.
Charles Workman. Sr., Dir. and Mrs. q. D..
Langhorne, Mr. and Mrs. Tazewell Elicit
Misses Jennie Marsh Leila Myers, Bessie
Lay. Mary Lyons Camilla Scott. La Fond
Palmer Elise Strother Irene ianghOrne and
Helen Christian, Messrs. William Massie
J. T. Anderson. Charles Boiling, Llghtioot
Wormeey, Joseph Bryan. William Grant,
John Lyons and Roosevelt Page.
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The tea given on Wednesday afternoon by
Mrs. Frederick Il. Scott in honor of her
daughter. Mrs. Hugh Campbell, was one OF
the pleasentest Of the season and enjoyed by
large number of charming and elegantly
dressed ladies' The hours were from 70 :,
and the warmth, light and fragrance within
the interior of this beautiful home was a
grateful contrast 10 the chill and rain OF the
Wintry twilight without. Mrs. Scott wore al
elegant costume Of black velvet and duchess
lace. Mrs. Campbell. black silk. Jet and
pale blue trimming. aud Miss Frances
Scott. white corded silk and lace:
The chocolate was gracefully served
by Miss Mary Lyons, the tea poured by Miss
Helen Stringfellow and the flower and dainty
laden table presided over by Misses Mary
Peoram. Elise Strother. Florine Noting,
Mary Thomas and Maude Stringfellow
some of the many ladies present we're Mrs.
y w Mckinney Mrs. John Dunlop. Mrs.
William Trigg. Mrs. 5. b. Buckner Mrs. {.
p Tathrop. Mrs j. q. Lowell, Mrs Frank