The Wadsworth dispatch. [volume] (Wadsworth, Nev.) 1892-1899, 1896-07-08
That Grand Ball.

The proportions OF that summer pa
vilion were such that over one thousand
dancers could trip the light fantastic
upon the polished floor at one time.
Nevada has never seen the like of such
a structure for such a purpose and the
chances are that it will not at any future
time unless times improve.
Erected in a large grove upon the
banks of the beautiful Truckee river, in
the midst of an artificial lake, a fairer
site could moi be chosen.
It's center pole was the trunk OF a
stately tree that pierced the roof, and
the leaves and branches ornamented
and shaded the structure.
W. can imagine nothing more
picturesque, nothing more beautiful,
nothing more inviting than the pavilion
under the starry sky that evening, with
a multitude Of lights shining forth a
welcome to the guests of the Trainmen.
And then the scene inside. 1t beg
CARED description with its decorations OF
bunting, pictures, colored lights, en-
men assembled there to pass the night
in Pleasures train.
1t was fitting that the music for this
grand occasion should be in keeping
with other details and Hastings
orchestra is undoubtedly the peer of any
band in the State. The satisfaction
given was complete and well might it be.
The guests enjoyed it until 8 O'Clock the
next morning and did not think they
could have too much OF such a good
thing.
The program Of dances was unique. 1t
consisted of an imitation OF a trainman's
lantern and was true in every detail.
The pencil was suspended by two satin
cords, the ends of which were made into
~tassels of different calors. The order
OF dances contained tw~enty-nine well
arranged numbers. The program is a
beautiful souvenir and will grace the
homes OF the guests TO remind them OF a
night OF enjoyment and happiness.
Great care had been taken with the
floor and it was in first-class condition.
With that music, on that floor, with a
charming partner, one could not help
being in the seventh heaven of delight
when the bell rang.
The pathway through the grove was
lit up by numerous torches which were
very ornamental as well as useful and
made a pretty sight for those approach
ing the pavilion.
Every convenience was prepared and
one had but to consult his wishes to feel
entirely at home, comfortable and salts
fed. Nothing was overlooked AMI at
tention was given every want.
The Committee OF Arrangements con-
sisted of: NJ. A. Melvin, Il. c. LaForge
and J. 7. Walker. The Reception Com
mittee we're: f. C. Costello, J Il. Nulty,
G. o. Porter, &. T. Hinkle, l.. B. Ladd,
and n. S. La Point. The Floor Com
mittee were: f. S. Dennis, E. A. Lewis,
R. V. Costello, c. w. Ramsey, A. Charter,
j. A. Knowles, j. Gernant, S. b. Roberts
and j.. p. Costello.
NJ. A. Melvin WAS floor manager and
be was ably assisted by G. S. Denton
and e. @. La Forge. The boys on the
floor took especial care to see that every
guest had all the dancing he or she
wanted and such attention makes the
guest feel welcome. In fact it is n of
the details that has power to make or
mar a social function of this kind. We
are happy tS say the duty was well
done.
On the inside cover were the names OF
the officers OF the Lodge:
G.. s. Denton-Past Master.
f. 5. Dennis-Master.
r. V. Costello-Vice- Master.
A. G. Webb-Secretary.
j. t. Walker-Financier.
+. A. Lewis-Journal Agent.
c. A. Wahlstrom-Collector.
F. Ames-Conductor.
+. c. Costello-Chaplain.
j. A. Knowles-Warden.
j. Gernant-Inner Guard.
7. P. Lewis Outer Guard.
The affair deserved to be the great
social success that it was. The boys
worked early and late to make it So 1t
takes money, y great deal of labor, good
management and a number OF other
requisites to handle such a proposition
and do it well. The magnitude of the
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