The morning news. [volume] (Savannah, Ga.) 1887-1900, 1898-01-30


muller. Mrs Hobart was gowned Ia. sill
yer brooade, interviewer with threads of
gold, the decollete bodice lavishly decora-
ted with rare old lace and exquisite orn-
aments Of diamonds and pearls. The hos
tess, who is termed the most beautiful wo-
man in Washington. upon this occasion
appeared in a toilet of white and gold
brocade, with apron of pearl embroidered
net. The jewels worn were a superb neck
lace of diamonds with diamond and en-
erald pendant, and a tiara of diamonds
havlngs In the center one priceless emer-
aid.
The black Ora gon against field of yell
low was conspicuous at the Chinese lega-
tion on Tuesday when the minister and
Nine. Wee received formally for the first
time In this country. The legation Is one
OF the finest IN the city and is rich IN
curious and valuable possessions brought
from the far East by the present minis,
ter. The large entrance hall was lined
with palms, while the gallery above the
stairway was draDed with Chinese Hags
Nine. Wee wore a gown of ciel blue satin
made in the fashion of her native land
and close-fltting head dress of strands
of pearls. Her diamond earrings were
marvels in size and brilliance The deco
rations in the ball room were specially
fine, the national colors being displayed
everywhere, and the flowers and music
were of the choicest. Bridesmaid roses
and pink candles adorned the, superbly-
laid collation. table and the dining room
was the center of abrasion by reason Of
the wonderful tea served by Nine Yang.
wife of one Of the attaches. This attract
i've little woman. as well as several other
ladies' Of the legation, appeared in ORR
entail costume
But, oh, the tea 1t was something to
gloat over and revel in TO drink it was
~ Two 4 1T
OF memory Such tea cannot be obtained
elsewhere in Washington, and IL 1t were.
there would be few purchasers, for the
equivafent of $50 a pound is the price. 1t
is generally considered that the English
are famous tea-makersf. Not so. They
are merely tea consumers, and the British
embassy which has a reputation for the
serving of this insidiouk beverage. must
apply to the Chinese legation for lessons
in the art. Lady Pauncefote and her
charming daughters should go into execu-
tive session with Nine Wee and learn the
secret of Chinese tea brewing
The British embassy, by the way. is soon
to be a bright and particular star IN the
social armament, upon the occasion of the
bal poudre," which will set all the FASH
lonaDle world a-hunt for red
coats and knee breeches, and
a-choosing of French gowns and
court-plaster patches. How glorious
lean
Sir Julian himself, In periwig and paste
welcoming his guests and emulating Eng
lands future king as a Knight of Malta
or some equally ancient dignitary And
how regal will be the gentle Lady Paunce-
fote as Maria Antoinette or Nine. Reca-
merl
The Letters are once more food for COS
sip, and this time II Is Miss Daisy LET
ter, one of the seasons debutantes, who
Is reported to be engaged to a son Of Semi
tor Wetmore. No one knows whether the
report is true or not, ana until the mother
of the young woman is heard
from-and Mrs. Letter comes TO
the front frequently as a cham
pion of the family's public record
society must remain in doubt as to wheth-
er some of the Letter wealth will become
the property Of the youthful VIII Wet
more.
It Is delightful TO contemplate horse
show in Washington. The very name and
title Is Synonymous with a swell society
function, and this city, of all others. Is
calculated to make 1t a success. Unless
present Indications fail, the gladsome
month Of May viii bring to the capital
this social sporting event, and the pro-
motors of the great equine exhibit will
be the same Mr.. Field, who managed the