The Washington times., 1894-10-28
SOCIAL SAYINGS AND DoINGs.

The indescribable charm OF society at the
National Capital during the social season is in
a great measure due to the assemblage of
titled nobility, of great literary lights, and
social lions of foreign countries, who form
the brilliant diplomatic corps of Washington.
The ambassadors and ministers plenipoten-
tiary are usually men of family, who estab-
lish their homes here during their incum-
bency in Office. The residences occupied by
the foreign ministers are located in the fash
ionable northwest section and a number Of
them are notable for their elegant architectu-
raj proportions The interior decorations of
these homes differ greatly from the style of
furnishings of the average American home of
wealth The luxuriousness of the South and
Central American embassies lends an un-
equalled grace to the .salve" go generously
extended. The elegance and real worth
manifest at the British French, and Japanese
legations impress the visitor with the solldlty
OF these political institutions.
Many changes have been made In the per-
sonnel of the diplomatic corps, and familiar
figures at the clubs and at receptions have
been transferred to other missions. Sir Ju-
liam Pauncefote, of the British embassy. will
not return until the 1st of December, when he
will be accompanied by Lady Paunceforte
and daughters. 1t is expected that Miss
Audrey Pauncefote will make her debut in
society this winter, and that this event will be
the occasion of some charming entertain
ments. Mr. William Goshen, secretary OF the
embassy, has been appointed TO the embassy
at st. Petersburg. Mr.. Hugh Cough, the
newly appointed secretary, will arrive IN De-
cember, and with his wife will take a promi-
nent part in society. Mr. Cough has lived IN
all parts Of the world, having been charge
d aifaires at Rio de Janeiro, Madrid, Greece,
Berlin, Rome, st. Petersburg, and Stockholm,
whence he is transferred TO Washington.
Lady Cough is the eldest daughter of the Earl
of Longford and will be a charming acquisi-
tion TO society.
Baron Won Saurma-J Jeltsch. German am
bassador, will not entertain largely his
winter. His daughter is as yet too young to
enter society, and devotes much OF her time
to study under the guidance Of her COVER
ness, Miss Eckert. Baron Won Ketteler is in
Germany on leave and will not return until
after Christmas.
One of the leaders in fashionable society
who recently returned from abroad was heard
one afternoon this week chatting pleasantly
on the latest fad among society women on
! the other side of the water. Those who are
| blessed with pretty hands wear an immense
| ring on the first finger of the right hand. 1t
used to be considered the heighth. of vulgarity
/ to place ring on the index finger, but now
| this decoration is en- regle. The ring must be
/ a serpent one and must not partake OF the
! slender and graceful daintiness OF the mar
quise. 1t must be solid, big, and sedate
/ in its appearance. The feminine mind, al
ways desirous of unique effects, is charmed
| by the contrast between the little white frivo-
! lous looking hand and the big, plain ring.
It is extremely doubtful that the fad will be
FN1fr htr ha 1nlf fn n rT1aF a
woman here.
The post OF Chevelier de Tavera will be
/ filed by Baron Hegenmueler, the new Aus
! trian minister, who will reach Washington
with his bride some time in December. The
| baroness will be the first Austrian lady TO
| grace that embassy, and will no doubt be
feted by society.
Senior and Mrs. Romero, who spent the en-
tire summer at White Plains and Cape May,
/ have recently returned. There will be, as
usual, a brilliant series of entertainments at
the Mexican legation. which are usually
/ largely attended, for Nine. Romero is a most
| popular and charming hostess.
Baron and Baroness Faya. of the italian
| embassy, will remain in New York city until
! December. The rumor of the retirement of
! Baron Fava from diplomatic service has been
denied. Baron Fava is a personal friend OF
! the King of Italy. and should his retirement
become aimatter OF diplomatic expediency the
baron would receive a large pension, as is the
custom in that country.
Sonora Arriaga. the beautiful wife of the
Guatemalian minister, has endeared herself
to Washingtonians by her charming per-
sonality, and though she does not expect TO
take prominent part in society this winter
] she will entertain N q small
DR.. Cavalcanti, secretary Of the special
| Brazilian mission. has won many warm
! friends in distinguished literary and scientific
| circles here. for the fame Of his attginments
as writer preceded his arrival from Brazil.
Baron Ric-Branco, who is envoy eXtraordi-
nary TO this mission 10 settle the boundary
dispute with the Argentine Republic, is again
/ with Us this winter. Acting as consul gen
eral OF Brazil at different courts of Europe
| for many years. Baron Branco is a most
charming raconteur. In his own country be
is known as the best authority on the colonial
history and geography of North and South
America.
The marriage of Miss May Huyck, second
daughter of Mr.. and Mrs. J. Van Ness Huyck
and Mr.. Frank Cornelius Bates, of Boston.
will take place the latter part Of November.
The groom is a son of the late Joshua and
Lucy lUN IuitS. VI DbSlOu, duu 10 wei
known in Washington. The wedding will
take place at the home Of the brides mother
No. 1892 | street. Rev. Father Boone of Bal
timore, officiating. The bride is TO make her
future home in Boston, much to the regret oil
her large circle of friends in this city, among
whom she was a general favorite.
wedding OF great social interest to take
place the latter part Of November will be that
OF Miss Christopher Whitehead, daughter oi
Mrs. j. S. Whitehead. to Mr.. Victor Kauff-
man. Mrs. Whitehead and daughter are still
in Paris, but are expected home about the 5tf
of November.
Judge Charles c. Mott, of the Court o
Claims, reached home yesterday. Mrs. Mott
who is still in poor health. wi II remain at hel
summer home In Massachusetts until the 18th
of next month. The marriage of Charles c.
Mott. jr., and Miss Julia Hildt will take place
the latter part of November.
Assistant Secretary McAdoo, of the Navy
left last night on a trip to northern and mid
die New York He will visit Cohoes, Peeks
xiii, New York City, and Wilmington. Mrs.
McAdoo will accompany her husband.
Judge Lamereaux. of the Interior Depart
ment, has gone on trip to his home in Wis
consin.
Mr. and Mrs. Joseph A. Gamble celebrated
the twenty-fifth anniversary of their marriag
at their residence, No. 1117 Tenth street