The herald., 1896-08-30

which has the foundative support of a
number Of wealthy ladies residing at
prominent cities in the east, with the
cooperation of friends from abroad, the
full details Of the order are withheld
from the public at large for proper
presentation of the same in the near
future. The formal announcement of
the opening of the order for honorary
and regular membership, it is promised,
will be shortly heralded, An enthusi-
astic patronage is not only already
pledged by many leading artists from
Europe and the east, together with peo-
pie of eminent culture and wealth in
America, but will find a heart interest
manifestation springing up from the
bosoms OF all true natures possessed by
lovers OF music, drama and joyous feS-
tivities.
1t will be theSfirst national or inter-
national demonstration known to his
tory in honor of womankind, and in
which the languages and highest senti-
ments of the nations of the world shall
be harmonized through one grand fes-
tival and celebration in the arts each
year. 1t will strike a responsive chord
in the hearts of all mankind, with an
adhesion to the cause, insurmOuntable
Sentiment rules the earth, and in this
instance is strengthened by, not alone
love in the background, but by the evil
ucIII care dIQ IHdDdRetI1GDI
In plans enacted, which shall appeal to
the lofty sentiments of the people of all
nations.
The methods employed at this early
stage In the preliminary work of forma-
tion and to devise the best means for
the advancement of the cause, have
needfully been of a secretive character
From the conception and birth of the
order, none has been apprised in writ
ing of its objects. Even those who have
already subscribed as patronesses, com
prising some of the prominent families
of America. have done so voluntarily
as a result of knowledge through per-
sonal contact with the founders.
But the time is near at hand when all
citizens OF repute, as we'll as those who
stand high in the professions, shall be
cordially extended equal rights for for
mai recognition and membership One
young lady of inestimable character and
possessions Of wealth residing in New
4 ork' IS SAID to have subscribed a mu-
nificent sum.
The order will partake of the nature of
q soundiy organized stock company for
the benefits of the subscribers members
and the cause, as well as the favored
community where the temple of roses
Is to be built. 1t is beyond peradventure
of doubt that Los Angeles enjoys the
brightest prospect. since 81 site in close
"A l.
nent railroad official is believed to have
rendered such site, which is near the
Pacific: though it may be relied upon
that those persons who are to again visit
Los Angeles in a few days and who have
this colossal project in hand, are not
to be easily cajoled into entertaining
scheming overtures that shall not best
conserve the interest, success and dig
nifty of the order and enhance its
growth. Their decisions, when made,
on this point, will insure attractive fea-
lures of the most pronounced charms
and the steadfast patronage of all who
are to belong thereto. That the summer
land California SO universally known as
the paradise of the world, is the choice
of location, there is not a doubt
Through the courtesy of the visitors
having the business in hand, a general
outline, with copy of the architects s
prospective has been accorded after
much effort to secure same and it is
given as their reason for Withholding
the names of the early participants that
there are many other prominent per-
sopages who are to be seen In due sea-
son, whom they do not wish to slight