Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1893-03-11
SOCIAL MATTERS.
The First Week OF the Cabinet Ladies-Per.
s0nals of Interest.

The First Week OF the Cabinet Ladies-Per-
sona1s OF Interest.
The past week was q notable one, for during
II President and Mrs. Cleveland have settled
down in the White House, and society has had
glimpse, though nothing more than
who are to preside over cabinet homes
for the next four years. Mrs. Carlisle Mrs.
Lamont and Miss Herbert are now old acquaint-
ances. Mrs. Oiney who was only here for a
few days will it is thought take that particu-
lar niche in society left vacant after
the departure Of the Endicott family
four years ago. Mrs. Olney has not cared very
much for general gayeties. but the Back Pay
district IN Boston holds her in high
est admiration and the influence she
mated. Those who had the pleasure Of
meeting the daughters-in-law Of Secretary
Morton hope that they will become permanent
members Of his household here.
or Mrs. Hoke Smith everyone of the
Georgians in town has good word. She is a
will express in marked degree the refinement
Of southern life.
Mrs. Gresham did not come on for the
Inauguration. Mr.. Otto Gresham accompanied
his father. Mrs Gresham was born in Louisville
and her maiden name was Martha McGref. Her
father was a merchant in her native city. When
che met her future husband she living in
Indiana and her marriage took place there
when she was only eighteen years of age.
Mrs. Gresham has been recently described as
of medium height and with figure almost
girlish in its slenderness. She has kindly
face framed with hair which is fast turn
ing white. She is n fluent and pleasant
talker with just little southern accent
In manner she is quiet and unassuming,
dresses well but quietly and in very good taste.
She is a Presbyterian and a constant atten-
dant Of Prof. Swings church In Chicago.
n he has, b.
am very fond Of Washington. but l like it best
out Of the gay season rather than when
all the fashionable world is there
Secretary and. Mrs. Gresham have
but two children, Mr.. Otto Gresham
and Mrs. W. H. Andrews both of whom it is
expected will make their home here They in
tend to housekeep but will probably not settle
down anywhere until after Mrs. Gresham comes
and selects the place.
None Of the new Corners have made a
more delightful impression than the Vice
President and Mrs. Stevenson With unfail-
ing good humor they have answered all the
calls upon their time and in every way pos
slble have shown their appreciation of the
attentions shown them. Every spare minute
at their control has been crowded with
social engagements. They have many more
ahead of the same kind and they will continue
during the limit of their present stay in the
city. Their family circle is precisely what
might be expected with such a genial father
and mother. Mr.. Louis Stevenson proved in
few days what a valuable assistant he will
make for his father The youn ladies are
pretty and charming, and their girlIsh interest
and enthusiasm in what was going on during
the whirl Of events in which they took such a
prominent part was q real treat. Mrs. Stevenson
is so DESTROYS that no Interruptions
shall occur in their studies that they returned
to school again on Monday last She does not
expect her eldest daughter even will enter
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another full year be given to her books.
Mrs. Stevenson does not intend to go house
keeping here until next fall. She will, however,
commence to hold her Wednesday receptions
the coming week and continue to see callers on
that day throughout her stay. Today she was
the CUES. Of honor at luncheon given by Mrs.
Hampden Zane.
On Wednesday next after 8 o'clock Mrs. Ste
venson will be at home to caller in her parlors
at the Ebbitt.
Mr. and Mrs. Joseph b Marvin have returned
to their home, No. 1920 Riggs place, and will
receive Wednesday evening. March 10, from
to II.
Gen. and Mrs. Van vliet, accompanied by
Mrs. DIR. S. p. Morse. Mrs. vanvliet's sister,
leave tomorrow afternoon for Florida.
The Unity Club held very enjoyable meet
ing at the residence of its president, Mr.. II. b.
Noulton. 1924 9Th street northwest on Wednes-
Mrs. A. c. Barney began last night series of
Friday receptions that are to extend through
this month.
The Nicaraguan minister and Mrs. Guzman
are keeping Tuesday evenings for their friends
The Misses Beveridge gave luncheon on
Tuesday last to company of young ladies'.
DR.. Anita Newcomb MCGEE and Miss New
comb are down in Florida. They have visited
Indian River. st. Augustine. Jacksonville and
Miss Newcomb writes that they will be home
soon.
Mr.. John 7. Coughlin Of the Department Of
State. accompanied by his wife and baby
daughter, sailed for Europe on the steamer La
iascoigne OH Saturday. March 4. Mr. Cough
lin is connected with the Boring sea commission
and will be absent several months.
Miss Donna Smith left Washington last
Wednesday for prolonged visit in the south
She will visit Florida before returning.
Mrs. Hampden Zane gave luncheon today
in honor of Mrs. Stevenson, wife Of the
Vice President. and Mrs. Buckner wife of
the ex-governor OF Kentucky. The ladies
invited to meet them were Mrs. Car
lille, Mrs. Lindsay, Mrs. Goodloe, Mrs. Mac
Donald. Mrs Johnson. Mrs. Halliday. Mrs
Curey, Mrs. Wickliffe Preston. Mrs. Cabell. Mrs.
Weld and Mrs. Blackburn. sister Of the hostess