Evening star. [volume] (Washington, D.C.) 1854-1972, 1895-04-06
THE WORLD OF SOCIETY
Waiting for Easter to Renew the Suspended
Gayeties.
The Latest Announcements of We'd
dfngs, Teas and Dances-Per-
sOnal Mention.

Eouncements Of them anticipate the Easter
festivities. Every day adds to the pleasant
details of what may be expected during
the last two weeks Of April. There is
abundant evidence already on hand to sup
pose that 1t will develop some surprises
of most entertaining character and that
May time will continue to present other
phases of social enjoyment calculated TO
keep the gay world intact until June brings
with it its own program There is not a
shadow of doubt that the controlling im-
pulse now in feminine brains is the pro-
curing of spring finery, and 1t may be
said IN passing that. inasmuch as it is
necessary to have fine feathers for fine
birds. never was spring millinery built on
more harmonious lines. Artificial flowers are
serious rivals to their real models and are
objects of genuine beauty. Inasmuch AS
the choosing OF these tribes contribute SO
much to the placid enjoyment of spring
entertainments, there can be no question of
their paramount importance at this time.
All the Easter gayeties yet foreshadowed
by invitations have been duly chronicled
in these columns. and April's last fort
night will witness a most credtable ac-
tivity. The homecoming of the college
clubs has already filled the air with visions
Of dances-pretty sure to be realities-and
various afternoon teas and supper parties
that will keep the younger set thoroughly
exhilarated.
The Leiter-Curzon wedding becomes even
the date grows nearer. The brides pres
ents are superb in quality and number.
Her trousseau has long since arrived from
the other side, and the burning desire to
see some portions Of 1t, besides the we'd
ding gown, is. however, not APT to be real
lied by her friends on this side of the big
pond. The couple will remain in this coun-
try but very short time. At the wedding
breakfast which will follow the ceremony
only about hundred and fifty guests will
be present
Cards have been issued by Mr.. James E.
Fitch and Mr.. and Mrs. H. F. Oberteufrer
residence Of the former, 17I7 Rhode Island
avenue.
On Monday afternoon, from 4 to 9, the
Yale Giee and Banjo Clubs will be enter
tanned at tea given in their honor by
Mrs. John Hay and that evening a dance
will be given them by Mrs. Clagett. at
which the younger dancing set will be
largely in attendance
Mrs. Edward T. Walker Of Chicago is
visiting her parents. Mr.. and Mrs. John
Burns. AL South Capitol street.
Cards are out announcing the marriage
Meegan. Wednesday. April IL. at 0 o'clock.
at Church Of Immaculate Conception, At
lanta, Ga.
Mrs. W. H. walcott and Miss Walcott
have given a series Of progressive euchre
parties. Their last will be held this even
ing.
Miss Mary Eleanor Hill Of this city and
Mr.. Morgan Louis Steele were quietly mar
ried on the 4th instant in Philadelphia, and
after spending. few days In that city will
take up their residence in Richmond, Va,
their future home.
A few friends of Mrs. Anna Craig-Hills
enjoyed a pleasant evening at her home
Thursday night. Progressive euchre was
played after which the Philharmonic Quar-
tet. composed of Miss Florence Stidham.
Miss Eleanor L. Simords. Miss Grace
Lynne McCulloch and the hostess, gave q
few vocal selections. The others present
We're Mr.. and Mrs. DIR. J. Wilson Davis, Mr..
and Mrs. w. E. Boulter, Mr. and Mrs. NJ.
Al. Ramsey. Mr.. and Mrs. D. p. Craig, Miss
J. kingsbury. Messrs. A. L. Hough, Thad.
NJ. Jones. w. c. Babcock II. A. Mayse and
L. c. Hills. Miss kingsbury carried of the
first ladies' prize and Mrs. Davis the sec
first honors and Mr.. Mayse second.
Thursday evening the second anniversary
of the Sycamore Club was celebrated. Dane
ing was enjoyed until quite late, when re-
freshments were served. after which dane
ing was again resumed until midnight. The
guests and members present were Misses d.
Callan, Lizzie Bushing, L. Brockhagen, r.
Leftingwell. r. Jones, j: Shomo. =. Butter
hoff, A. Rupert. NJ. Clemans. Z. Engle-
hardt, K. Friedrichs. Al Parker. L. Stouffer.
B. Hall, E. Elicit, b. Proctor. /. Sweeney,
Lille Bushing and j. Smith, Mr.. and Mrs.
]. T. Elicit, Messrs. E. w. Smith. H. H.
Butler. H. Gordon. w. Burgess. G: L. Boyd.
c. H. Blumer, E. l.. Santemeyer, W. Miller,
H. Bright, F. George,W Quick, r. Schmidt.
r. Watts, G. A. Freer. E. T. Deru, E. L. Ell
lett, J. b. Carroll. A. NJ. Friedrichs and M.
W. Stouffer.
Miss Kent gave a charming luncheon on
Thursday last. Covers were laid for
twenty, and the table was gorseously dec
Grated with pink ard white tulips and hya-
cinths The guests were Miss Freeman OF
Boston, Mrs. Carpenter. the Misses Aylmer.
Goddard. Bailey, Chapman. Dyer, Wilson,
McNeir. SheclSells. Cross. Meta. MCGOWAN,
Oulanan and Whitwell.
The Brownies" enjoyed a charming
evening at their new club room. 5l4 9th
street northwest. last evening. Mr.. Rolan
was elected president Miss Ella keefer
vice president, Mr.. Pratt secretary. and
Mr.. Munck treasurer for The ensuing
quarter. After the business came the So
clal enjoyments. in which dancing. singing
by Mr.. Deardoff and games were enjoyed.
Among those present were the Misses
Armbruster Keifer. Pearl and Mace Malt
by. Bryan. Boss, Zurhurst. Munck, Card
Deardof. Munck. Hoover. Gait. Bradley,
Garsch. Ray. Meads, Reynolds. Bentzler
and Austin.
Mr.. Robert Collingsworth celebrated his
thirty-second birthday at his residence 757
9th street southeast, Thursday evening
enjoyed, after which refreshments were
served Those present were Mr.. and Mrs
w. p. Collingsworth, Mr. and Mrs A. War
field, Mr.. and Mrs. Finch. Mr. and Mrs s.
Martin, Mr.. and Mrs. w. Sansbury, Mr.
and Mrs. Baily. Miss Blanch Kraft. Mrs.
Langly Mrs. Sullivan, Miss Fannie Thorn.
Miss Eva Thorn and Messrs Cox, FfIIous
Artie Warfleld and Wigfield.
A pleasant reception was given by Miss
Maude Burdette on Wednesday evening DIT
her home, 300 9Th street southeast in
honor of some Of her Virginia friends visit
ing here during the week. A large number
of other friends were also present, and the
evening was pleasantly passed in social
games, refreshments, etc.
Capt. and Mrs. J. b. Simmons have re-
turned from ten days visit to Providence.
r. /.
A merry assemblaee gathered Monday
night last at No. 1927 9th street north.
west to help Miss Nellie NJ. Leadingham
celebrate her birthday. Dancing and MANY
enjoyable games were enjoyed until a late
hour. when refreshments were served.
Among those present were: Mesdames n.
c. White. NJ. E. Ray. R. E. Crump and C.
L. Leadingham; Misses Jeanette Raw.
Bette Butler. Bessie Crump. Annie Boggs.
Fannie Ashbaugh, Tillie Grossart, Lula
Rout. Eessie Leese. Gertrude Allison, Lizzie