The morning call., 1893-04-03

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Under different circumstances the COM
Ing Of Mrs. John W. Mackay to the land of
her childhood would have been hailed with
delight by the leaders Of society in San
Francisco but the very object and cause Of
her visit throws a halo of sadness over the
event that can only be repelled by the ac-
tual recovery Of Mr.. Mackay from the
effects Of the attack recently made on his
life Then indeed would enc and all rally
round the hoEanza king and queen and
give them right royal welcome, and at the
same time offer their congratulations on the
recovery If the sturdy miner II is only
those who have had long experience in So
ciety circles in London that can properly
appreciate the position held by Mrs.
Mackay In the leading metropolis Of the
world-and 10 gain that position something
more than the actual owning Of millions is
necessary; refinement and personality must
also be taken into consideration, and 1t
must be said in favor of Mrs. Mackay that
no American lady has ever accomplished SO
much or retained such a position, which is
now impreEnable, so long as she has done
Mrs. Ronalds is another great favorite in
high London society, but lacks the wealth
10 keep up such an establishment as that
maintained by Mrs. MackRv. The absence
Of the most charming of ali American enter
tainers In London will be felt during
the coming season. which promises to be
more than usually gay. 1t Is to be hoped,
however. that the necessity Of her visit
here will soon disappear; that she Will stay
long Is doubtful, but as soon as M Mac
kay's condition viii permit society in San
Francisco ought to take some steps TO show
iis appreciation of a brief visit from the
leading social star of the State, and who is
recognized as such in every capital in
Europe. A bali or dinner to celebrate the
recovery OF the bonanza king, and the
presence Of his charming wife, would be a
fitting compliment
Are You Going?
The Olympic Club Fair is now the ex-
citing topic of conversation, and the rivalry
and enthusiasm among those who will take
part In the event are very encouraging to the
management. There will be quite an array
of society people in charge of the different
booths, and when the doors open on Mon
day, April II, there will be scene at the
Pavilion never before witnessed in San
Francisco. Every one, man, woman and
child, is anxious to see the Coliseum"
Everyone has read Of its wonders and many
who have Travelled have seen it in ruin, but
what will be seen at the Pavilion, will be q
faithful reproduction Of the great building
as 1t was IN the time of Cesar Augustus
The wonderful City OF Babylon will also be
reproduced in miniature, and at the piano.
roma q peep may be had into every princi-
pal city of the Old World. Every attention
will be paid TO insure the comfort Of the
most fastidious, and Ludwig VIII cater to
the wants of the inner man in his usual
skiliful manner. All sorts of entertain
ments are being arranged By the ladies' to
mako their booths attractive, and the
Empress Of Rome will nightly receive and
entertain noble Romans, tut without the
toga none viii be admitted to her august
presence. The Patrons Salon Will be
a feature Of the Fair and the Ollm-
pic Club booth will be of gigantic
proportions. Temple Fortuna" ami lie
Nouveau Gree" will vie with each other
In attracting the gided youth Of the city to
part with their golden eagles, and chances
at the knife and ring game will be presided
over by one whom il will be difficult TO pass
by. Souvenirs Will be offered for sale By
pretty girls, sweet perfumes VIII be dis
peRsed by willing hands at less than cost,
and each aud every ocs present viii be-sbie
to have his or her picture taken at mo-
menps notice. Gypsles will be in camp,
and If you cross their palms they viii 10
the rest; and all this and more is being done
for the Olympic boys by the ladies Of San
francisco. Alameda will make grand
cOntT button; thirty young ladies have vol
unteered 10 come daily across the bay bear
ing the product of their gardens for the
benefit of the cause, and sweet blossoms
will be ObIainable for mere trife, and no
one should be permitted to take a seat
around the arena without a floral decnra-
tiOn-they will not, either If the Alameda
girls have any say on the subject. All is
progressing as lively as possible, and an
enjoyable and successful week may be prog
nOstlcated.
Engagements.
The wedding of Miss Emilia Caro- and
the Count Ascanio Simbaldi will take place
to-day.
The engagement of Miss Tilie Goedecke
and Mr.. Lawrence Bauer IS announced.
The wedding OF Mss Dell E!vra Sewell
and Mr.. William Frederick Megannon will
take place in the Church Of the Advent,
Eleventh ana Market streets, On Wednes-
day evening. April Il
Invitations are out for the wedding Of
Miss Mary E. Cooney and Mr.. Gus,ave
Wendell Elmer, which is fixed to take place
on Tuesday morning April II, in the Sacred
Heart Church at half-past 10 o'clock.
The wedding of Miss Jennie Stewart and
Mr.. Howard Turner will take place next
Wednesday in Grace Church at half-past s
o'clock.
Miss Louise Payot and Dr. Henry L. Cur
It's will be married on Tuesday evening at
go Ellis street.
Miss Gertrude Matthews and Mr.. / A.
Mcdonald Of Oakland will be married
shortly. The ceremony vii. take place in
81. Mary's Cathedral
Miss Jennie McCutcheon End Mr. John
Montgomery OF Oakland will be married
next Wednesday.
The wedding of Miss Lydia Calvert and
Mr.. W. b. Pierce will take place next
Thursday.
The engagement of Miss Gertrude Wilson
and Mr.. l.. u. Peck is announced.
Lauter- Radston.
Miss Julia Radston and Mr.. Siegfried
Lauter were married on Sunday evening,
March 26, at the home of the brides par
ents, MI and Mrs J. w. Radston, on Turk
street.
The parlor was beautifully decorated for
the happy event, and during the ceremony
the bride and groom stood under a bower
OF lilies. An elaborate wedding BANQUET
followed and the health and happiness Of
Mr.. and Mrs. Lauter were drunk in bumpers
oil champagne.
The newly welded pair will spend the
honeymoon in the interior of the State and
after a few weeks viii return 10 their new
home in this city. The reception day viii
be duly announced.
Miller-Doheney.
A very pretty wedding took place on
Wednesday, March 8, at high noon, at the
residence of J. C. Mielke in San Diego.
when Mr.. William G. Miller, second son of
Mr.. John A. Miller a retired mine owner
and capitalist of Pittsburg. Pa, was mar
ried to Miss Louise j. DOheney. principal OF
the Oldtown School in San Diego, and also
graduate of the High and Normal schools
Of this city.