Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1893-12-26
THE SOCIAL WORLD.
Pretty Holiday Entertainments of Various
Kinds.
at . Baltimore We'd
dfng-PersOnal Notes Of
Interest.

the Arno last night. This was AN old
fashioned holiday gathering, even having
a real New England candy stew added to
the usual Christmas accessories. The candy
fulfilled the usual destiny of candy On such
occasions and turned to sugar, much to the
regret Of the yonug women. who wished to
show how well they could handle the soft
sweet in handsome evening gowns. and
much to the delight Of the men, who prefer
a closer attention to decorated Christmas
bowls.
Music and dancing ended the evening.
Those present were Representative and Mrs
Sayers, Representative and Mrs. Bell Rep
resentative and Mrs. Hutcheson, Represen-
tative and Miss Robbins, Mrs. Lacy, Miss
Lacy; the Misses Wheeler. the Misses
Hutcheson, Representatives Cousins and
Mercer, DR.. Norris Messrs. Barrett, Nc
Phaul, Mclean. Roberts and Lindsey.
Among the many notable Christmas din
ners in Washington yesterday one given by
Representative and Mrs. j. c. Hutchinson
of Texas at the Hotel Arno was very en-
joyable. 1t was served in one OF the pretty
private dining rooms OF the hotel, and went
its various courses amid handsome floral
decorations and fine old wines. Mr.. Hutch
eson's charming wife and daughters have
already made many friends in Washington,
and WILL no doubt, be notable figures in the
coming season. In addition to the Arno
circle present were Representatives Cous-
ms of Iowa and Mercer of Nebraska, two
very popular congressional bachelors.
Representative Robbins of Alabama was
host on Christmas afternoon for a very en-
joyable coaching party. Mr.. Robbins is a
famous whip. His trap was filled with
pretty girls. happy in the clear. spring-like
weather through a long drive, extending
from Cabin Johns to Arlington. The usual
coaching horn was assisted in its noisy
duty by Christmas horns in the hands of all
the party, much to the distress of the Oft
split atmosphere With Mrs. Joseph ID:
Savers for a chaperone. the party consisted
Of Mr.. Robbins and Miss Abbott Of Mime
sofa. Miss Robbins and Mr.. Barrett Of
Virginia. the Misses Hutchinson OF Texas
and Representative Bell of Texas
Mr.. and Mrs. Joseph Dague gave a dinner
party yesterday. at which they had a number
Of guests. and in the evening, assisted by
their nephew and niece. Roscoe and Ruth
q company Of young people in a very pleas
ant manner. Music and games were the
chief features of the evening, followed by a
coy tea which added to the enjoyment OF
the occasion.
Miss Jessie Henkel Of West Virginia is
visiting her cousin. Mrs. L. c. Studer. and
her family on Rhode Island avenue.
Mrs. Joseph H. Crawford will be with her
mother, Mrs. Joseph Tyssowski. 1881 Rhode
Island avenue, this winter, and will be at
home on Wednesdays.
Mrs. ]. s. CHAMBERLAIN Of New York is
spending the holidays with Miss Minnie
Degi at 2l3 H street.
MISS susie " hagan VIII san Tor far1s IN
January.
Mrs. F. c. Roe Of Watkins. N. Y, is visit
ing her parents. Mr.. and Ms. F. G. Schultz
at 1525 SD street.
The home of Miss Gertrude Lowrey, on
Rhode Island avenue. was the scene OF a
pleasant gathering Of her friends Christmas
night. Several solos were rendered by Miss
Emma Brown. followed by dancing. which
was enjoyed until a late hour. after
which an elaborate supper was served. In
Guiding those present were Miss Katie
Brown. the Misses Tuley, Miss Emma
Brown, Miss Stella Lowrey, Mr.. Rowan B.
Tuley. Mr. Jules r. KAN. Mr.. J. NJ. Gwin
and Mr.. Louis c. Kane.
Mr.. and Mrs. John T. Gaskin have sent
out cards for the marriage of their daughter,
Sara Virginia, to Lucius J. Holly, NJ. d.
Wednesday, December %. at II o'clock, at
home after December 81 at 81 18th street
Cairo, Ill.
At the bachelors cotillon last nilht in
Baltimore Miss Louise Morris arrived in
company with Mir. Frederick Gebhart OF
New York. She wore a superb costume Of
lets containing several thousand blossoms.
II was SO large that II almost hid Miss
Norris from view.
The Curious Club will give an informal
holiday dance tomorrow evening.
Miss Frost and Miss Greene will be at
home from 5 until 3 this evening at 1887 S
street.
There will be a large ball given by the
guests of the Elsmere on December -. to
which over two hundred Invitations have
been sent out. Those who attend viii be
| exepcted to present their cards at he door.
Miss Frances Ewing, daughter of James
Stevenson Ewing, United States minister TO
Belgium. and Mr.. Rayliss Beecher OF Mem
phis. Tenn, were married in Baltimore yes
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from Brussels, whs-e she has been with her
| father. Vice President Stevenson gave her
away. Following the bride came Miss
Julia Stevenson, daughter of the Vice Presi-
dent the maid of honor, who wore a beau
tiful costume of white chiffon over SATIN
cut decollete, and trimmed with lace The
bride wore a white satin Empress jose
! phine gown. with pearl trimmings and old
Mechlin lace. The ushers were: Messrs
Elisha Camp Of New York, George Nolan
| ahan Of Washington and Mr.. Lincoln Wei
| don of Bloomington, Ill.
The following persons went over from
Washington In q private car: Vice Presi-
dent and Mrs. A. Z. Stevenson, Judge and
Mrs. Lawrence Weldon. Mr.. and Mrs. Geo
McLanahan, Miss McLanahan, George Nc
Lanahan. jr.. the Misses Stevenson, Mrs
Scott, the Misses Scott. the Misses wend-
I ling. Miss Marion CCckrell, DIR. and Mrs
Hodgson Of New York. Mr.. Elisha Camp
Mrs. Elisha Camp, Gen. and Mrs. Black
and Mr.. Black. Mrs. T. harrington James
| sister of Rev. DIR. Clampett: Miss Winston
| or washington, MIR. and Mrs. Jas. w. Dem
| ny and Rev. Alex. w. Stein, jr., Were also
| in attendance. After the ceremony Rev
and Mrs. Clampett gave Mr.. and Mrs
Beecher a reception at their home Only
| the wedding party attended. Vice Presi-
dent Stevenson also received the guests at
Mrs. Clampett's home during the evening.
| after which all the Washington party re-
| turned to this city.
Marcia Lee Howard Graves three wears
| old. daughter of Mr. and Mrs. l.. s. Graves
| gave an enjoyable santa Claus party"
last evening at her home. 2Jo4 14th street
| for a few Of her little friends
After the guests had all arrived. Santa
Claus bells were heard, and all descended
| to the reception hall, where, in front of
| the fireplace stood tree filled with little
| gifts for the children. Back of the tree
| stood a screen. from behind which Santa
Claus appeared in time to greet the chill
! dren. He then took from the tree the gifts
and presented them. Dallas Wainwright
| tr., made a very clever little Santa Claus
| The little guests were Misses Josephene
| and Baby" Hawley, Bessie Alvord. Sslle
| Wainwright, Helen Cremen. Ruth Emory
| and katherine Brooks; Masters Dallas
! Wainwright. jr, Henry and Arthur Du
| Bots. and Golden Alvord. The parents
and friends who assisted In the enjoyment
of the little ones were Mrs. Senator HawIey
MIR. and Mrs. Dallas Wainwright, Mrs.
Alvord, Mrs. Hobart Brooks, Mrs. Shaw,
Mile. Duncan. Mrs. Spencer, Mrs. and MIR.
Saml Colt and MI. Joel Simpson. Miss Marcia
and her little sister We're the recipients