Birmingham age-herald., 1895-06-09

the majestic oaks and luxurant shrub bery swung innumerable Chinese Ian terms, While just over the raised pavi ion for dancing was suspended a large electric light. with oYerh cad the full moon rising in all her resplendent glory and smiling a benediction far into the valley below. Within the house each apartment was a bower of gorgeous beauty Exquisite Mareschal Neil rose buds, maidens hair ferns, graceful Sm- lax and tall pahnettoes were the lavish decorations of parlors hall, dining room and stairway. An Italian band fur nished the sweetest music and the most elegant and dainty refreshments were served. Merry groups were dotted over the lawn, or found cosy hooks in which to whisper the old, old story, the entire house and grounds of this elegant home being at the disposal and pleasure of the guests. Mrs. Fucker who is much ad- mired for her patrician grace and beau tiful repose of manner, was most charming hostess. General and Mrs. Fucker were assisted in their gracious hospitality by their lovely daughter, Miss Louise Rucker, and their very at tractive guest, Miss Georgia Lee of Memphis Miss Mary Fucker and Miss Lucille Fitzsimons the pretty young debutantes, in whose honor the fete ing, and looked most bewitching in their soft, airy costumes of snowy whiteness. Perhaps the most striking figure of that brilliant gathering wfas the distin- gushed form of the host. with his empty sleeve and his chiValrouS Scorn of all things mean and low. His knightly services added much to the pleasure of the occasion, and contributed no small measure to the pleasure of the guests. The lawn fete" will ever be remembered by those who attended as one of the most brilliant social functions ever giv- en to two lovely debutantes, who are so gladly welcomed within the charmed cir- cle of society.
 The members of the Cadmean circle are requested to meet promptly at 9 o'clock Monday morning at the residence of Mrs J. Morgan Smith, Highland ave nue.
 The Chimes of Normandy. Up to Date," will be presented at O'Briens opera house Tuesday evening with matinee Wednesday at, ? o'clock p. m. MT Ed Williams. one of the finest musi- cal directors in the south, will have en- tire charge of the orchestra. MT. New conner. one of the most brilliant and gifted musicians ever known to the dl- vine art. has consented to preside at the piano. The other members of the or chestra are all artists and need no intro- duction to Birmingham public.
 One of the prettiest scenes in the opera IS III -lle OlQ NIcH lIlt 1ldtQulS pulls aside the curtain, revealing the pictures of his ancestors. Then, instead of pictures, beautiful statues will be placed (which will be represented by a number of lovely girls) forming the tabeau, Court of Heaven" Hebe, Venus, Diana, Minerva, Juno and other classic figures will compose the group. Each detail of the opera has received careful attention, in order to give cred itable performance to the public, The opera will be taken to Huntsville Fri day morning, leaving here in time to give a matinee at Decatur that after noon, and reaching Huntsville for pre- sentation Friday night, returning to Birmingham Saturday morning at an tarly hour
 The Clionian Literary circle was charmingly entertained by Miss Page Friday afternoon at o'clock. The pro- gramme which was arranged by the hostess, consisted of interesting read ings from various authors, interspersed with delightful music and recitations. Miss Page was assisted by Mi House and Blinn, two of the brightest members of the club. Dainty refreshments were served, and after much pleasant inter- change of thought the club adjourned to meet next with Miss Blinn, on Twen- ty-second street, South Highlands.
 Miss Kitty Jones is the lovely guest of Misses Fannie and Kate Meade, on the South Highlands.
 
 Miss Kathleen Hooper and Miss Katie A. Smith are at Blount Springs for a f visit of two months
 Miss Blake, a beautiful belle from Nashville, is visiting her brother, MT Sam Blake, at North Birmingham.
 Nf Tot xyio r,f the Van Norman institute of New York z city, and a most accomplished and ele- gant woman, is visiting her relations, MT. and Mrs. w. B. Leedy. on South Highlands.
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