The record-union. [volume] (Sacramento, Calif.) 1891-1903, 1898-03-13

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Wednesday afternoon, at the resi-
dence of Mrs. l.. Tozer, Professor hlhs
gave lecture to a number OF ladleS
on the subject of Mental Culture
Monday evening Rabbi Simon gave
the children of the Jewish Sunday
school a fancy-dress party at Pythlan
Castle. The little ones all looked
charming in their quaint Costumes and
thoroughly enjoyed themselves. Rappi
Simon gives two of these delightful
parties every year. and in this way
gives many of the children an interest
in their work.
The Bendix Club met at the club
rooms on last Wednesday evening. The
following pieces We're analysed and
played; Novelette, No. 81 Schubert's
''Impromptu. op. 49," and Beethoven s
Sonata, op. 90" Great enthusiasm
was manifested by all present.
Mrs G.. Prentiss entertained a few
friends at seven-handed eucher on
Wednesday afternoon. The guests were
invited to meet her sister, Mrs. Ruby
Manning, of San Francisco. Dainty re-
freshments We're served during the at
ternoon. and delightful time was en-
joyed by all.
1t would not be possible to arrange for
a more delightful reception than that
given Monday afternoon by the Native
Daughters in honor of Mrs. Belle Con-
rad, the Grand President. The affair
from start to finish was replete with
surprises in regard to the magnificent
decorations. Palms lined the entrance
and on the stairway was a frame work
made to represent a tunnel completely
covered with acacia and Illuminated
with Japanese lanterns. In the hallway
was a profusion of palms and plants
and here a coy corner was arranged. IN
the main hall the decorations were per-
lection and it was transformed into q
bower of beauty, the prevailing color
being yellow. 1t made one feel as if
quite out in the country to see the guam
titles of beautiful wild flowers. The
skIlful hand of the artist was every
where in evidence Two of the windows
were covered with yellow crepe paper
TWO windows We're transformed into a
scene of butterflies on a golden back
ground Ferns. brakes and large
punches of buttercups screened the re-
naming windows. In different parts Of
the hall sofas, cushions and easy chairs
had been arranged forming hooks and
corners which We're very inviting to the
guests. Lamps with yellow shades
threw a pretty, soft glow over the festal
scene. Tea tables were scattered here
and there and dainty refreshments were
served during the afternoon.
The scene was one of briliancy and
sociability long to be remembered by
the participants. 1t was not a matter
for wonder that so many made a good
old-fashioned stay, for Changers Hall
from the entrance to the end was in gala
dress, and the happiest possible recep
ton was given by the Native Daughters
to their guests. The music for the occa-
sion was furnished by the Misses John
son and they were stationed within a
beautiful nest Of palms, and discoursed
sweet strains during the reception. Mrs.
+. II. Hawley, Miss Elizabeth Wright
and Horace Croker added much to the
enjoyment Of the guests by their de-
lightful solos.
Too much praise cannot be bestowed
upon the Executive Committee for the
care, labor and excellent taste devoted
to the preparation of this delightful re-
ception, which was so highly successful
in every particular. The following
ladies acted on the different committees:
Invitation, Misses Luther, ellis and NJ
I'll, 30.
Clark, Gett. McWilliams. Nickel Mar
tin, Curtis, Bowman, Littlefield. Barton
Anderson. Prouty, Madeley, King. Fin
ME and Griffiths, and Misses Johnson
Miller Scott, ellis. Schroth. Luther f.
Johnson, b. Johnson, Eilers and Woods
Refreshments, Madames Finnie Brock
enfield and Misses Crofton and Witten-
brock. Music, Mrs. Nickel and Mrs.
Schwilk. Reception. Native Daughters
Mrs. T. Marten was Chairman of the
Decorating Committee in the hall and
Miss Annie Luther of the Entrance and
Stairway
On Thursday evening the home of Miss
Lou Mccormack, 1414 Eighth street
was the scene Of a charming informal
reception to Professor T. NJ Griggs of
Stanford by the Crisgs c. L. Club. The
reception room and Darlors were beauti-
fully decorated for the occasion. palms,
acacia and wild flowers predominating.
Immediately after Professor Griggs' ad-
dress before the Lecture Association the
guests arrived and were received by a
reception committee. Neale's orchestra,
stationed in the hall, furnished delight
ful music during the evening, and dainty
refreshments We're served in the dining
room. The formation Of the club was due
t. the inspiring addresses of Professor
Griggs bsfore the last teachers institute
and from a small beginning has widened
into five circles of enthusiastic workers,
Including many members outside OF the
school profession. The club follow a
course of ethical and classical reading
as outlined by Professor Griggs Among
l.