The Saint Paul globe. (St. Paul, Minn.) 1896-1905, 1897-05-01
MAY DAY TO BEacELEBRATED.
DANCED IN; UNIFORM.

PYTMANs DANCE, IN; UNIFORM.
Second Partyrby vDivisions- 2 and 13
Proves a Pleasure to- All Con-
cerned.
A charming success in every way was
the testimonial concert rendered Mrs.
Russell Dorr, the president Of the Schu-
bert club, in Park Congregational
church last evening The auditorium Of
the church was filled withsa fashionable
and responsive audience, composed Of
the most prominent musical people OF
both cities, and the programme render
ed was dainty and artistic. Mrs. Sckef-
fer, always a careful musician, played
with even more care than usual and
with the most delicate shading. Miss
Lamprey's work was remarkable for
Its breadth Of tone and was more than
usually steady. Miss Lamprey is easy
and natural, and the lack of all trace
of mannerism is to be noticed in her
work always Mrs. Bertha Harmon
Force, who has a brilliant dramatic
voice, has improved greatly since her
last appearance in st. Paul, and since
last heard her voice has broadened
and gained in richness. Mrs. Scheffer
appeared in four numbers, giving Sc
lections from Chopin, Schumann, List
and Wagner. In her second selection
she gave a group of three numbers
which contrasted beautifully, Schu-
mann's Nachtstueck being remarkable
for it's depth of feeling, and Chopin's
etude for dainty execution Miss Lam
prey received a perfect ovation. Her
numbers were repeatedly encored. She
gave selections from Mendelssohn.
Wieniawski, Ries, Schubert, and Gs a
final encore played the always tecutl-.
full AVE Maria" from the "CaVaier1a
Rusticana.' Mrs. Force sang selections
from Massenet, Spicker and Grieg, Mrs.
Porteous accompanying her.
Following the programme there was
reception to Mrs. Dorr and the artists
of the evening in the parlors CT the
church. Mrs. Dorr, Miss Lamprey, Mrs.
Force and Mrs. .Scheffer were assisted
in receiving by Mrs. R. M. Newport
and Mrs. N. P. Langford. Mrs. Dorr.
wore a handsome costume of black vel
vet en- train. Miss Lamprey was at
tired in white silk with over dress OF
white chiffon, and green velvet at the
low cut neck; Mrs. Forces gown was of
brocaded blue and white silk. Mrs.
Scheffer wore pink silk and chiffon.
Mrs. Newport was attired in black silk
and jet, and Mrs. Langford wore 7bla ok
silk. Russian tea was served from two
prettily arranged tables, At the first,
which was in red; Mrs. Mccormick; in
black velvet, blue chiffon and Get; Mrs.
E. w. Osborn, ain .blaclzisilk and cream
lace, and MRS Downs, inidblack silk,
presided. The second table was III pir k,
and was in charge of Mrs. Ansel OPP
penheim, in pearl cloth and blue chif-
fon vest; Mrs. Haydn Cole, 6plack ara
gold silk, and Miss Greve, pearl corded
silk. Members of the social committee
of the club assisted about the rooms
There were 900, people present.
The second social hop for which Divisions
and IL, of the Uniformed Rank Of Knights
OF Pythias have been for some time making
preparatlons, was given last night at Bowlby
hall, and proved to be a thoroughly en-
joyable affair participated in by a large num-
Der of the gallant sir knights and their
ladies. The two big halls were thrown into
one and the floor beautifully waXed so that
the dancers enjoyed the evening to the full
est extent. A programme Of sixteen numbers
was danced through, the floor presenting a
most attractive appearance, with the bright
gowns OF the women, set off against back
ground OF the quiet. but tasty, uniform Of
the order. unique feature Of the evening
was the exhibition given by Messrs. Arthur B.
Mallette and Lawrence c.. Jefferson, with
foils and sabers.. very substantial supper
Temple No. 2, Rathbone Sisters. The pro-
gramme itself was q neat specimen of the
lithcgrapher's art, the insignia Of the Uni
formed Rank being done in harmonious
evening were as follows: Reception commit
tee-Col. E. H. Milham, Fred Corris, Robert
Ross Col. G M. Orr, John Navratil Charles
Upright, John Thompson, Capt. M. N. Goss,
bridge.
Today is May day and will be duly cele-
brated at the Town and Country club by an
attractive programme of events which will
open the regular summer season of the club.
In the forenoon there will be a reception, tea
being served by aides OF the club, on the
grounds. Following there will be a series of
lawn sports, for which suitable prizes will be
awarded. golf and bowling tournament
will comprise the chief sports. In the evening
there Will be dancing In the club house,
which has been prettfly decorated for the
occasion. Previous to the dance programme
there will be supper for all those who care
to remain for the evenings entertainment
In the afternoon Mrs. D. A.. Monfort and
Mrs. L. c. Hull, Of Minneapolis, will preside
at the tables, assisted by group Of twenty
FIVE young women from both Cities The
women in charge of the arrangements are
Mrs. E. w. Peet, Mrs. Robert Rantoul Miss
Mable Horn, Miss Mcknight, of Minneapolis,
and the men are Finley Shepard of ST. Paul,
and Messrs. Chase, Earl and Arnold, of Min
neapolis. This will be the first of series
of afternoon teas which will be given at the
club house each alternate Saturday afternoon
during the season.
The first lawn social of ttfe season was
given yesterday afternoon by Mrs. H. Mar
0uardt at her home on Carroll street.
Mrs. James Middleton and Mrs. Edwin
Middleton give q, thimble tea this afternoon
at their home on Pleasant avenue
Miss Gertrude Hops will give a special
singing drill in the primary union this after
noon The lesson, Paul Begins His First
Missionary Journey" will be taught by Mrs.
W. Richeson. Topic, Choice and Value Of
Supplemental Lessons" Mrs. G.. M. Grover.
Mrs J. H. Randall Twill have charge of the
training class.
The West Side German Dramatic club
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