Bellows Falls times. [volume] (Bellows Falls, Vt.) 1856-1965, 1899-06-17
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; liable bower of beauty. At the early morr
ing hour, all was life and interest about tn
home and at 10 80 A NJ. the immediat
trends OF bride and groom had gathered I
witness the union of Alvah w. Lawrence
formerly of this place now of Maiden, Mass
George r. Wiley. The wedding march, eX
ecuted by Miss Gertrude Wiley, summone
the bridal party to the altar. The ushers, 1
y. Hoban and Frank Mason, the best mar
Mr.. burning of Maiden, Mass, Rev. w. A
rattle and the groom, the daintily attire,
pride IN her gown of white, with bridesmaid
Miss Mabel Roundy of Rockingham, com
pleted the happy circle and waited thu
spoken word which fell from the lips OF Rev
w. A. Tuttle and pronounced charming
ceremony. Then came ths cC.,,.ai u0ugrath
lations and expressions of best wishes. A de
llclous wedding breakfast was social hour
and merry making was in order and showers
OF rice greeted the happy couple. The gift;
were numerous. Mr.. and Mrs. Lawrence
took the P. NJ. train for Boston and pro
| ceeded thence to their home IN Maiden
which had been made ready to receive them.
| Mr.. and Mrs. Lawrence have many friends 10
| this, their former home, who extend them
| joyful wishes.
oPERETTA.
The operetta, CHERRY Milkmsids," took
place Friday evening as advertised and
proved perfect success, taxing the seating
| capacity OF the opera house to its utmost. The
queens part was supported by Mrs. Fletcher
OF heene, who far surpassed the expectations
OF her friends. Her high tones were clear,
sweet and resonant, captivating the audience
as was shown by the liberal applause. Mrs
hunt of Charlestown taking the loie Of Juan
ita, supported her part in excellent manner,
showing good voice training, pleasing her
audience with the rendition of her work, es
peclally so in the solo, "This honor is very
perceptible." Miss Kendall, native of this
town now of Charlestown, charmed her form
or friends with her attractive manner and
very sweet voice, in her solos and acting,
particularly in Pray thee, sir, by what man
ner OF right" Miss Hadley of Chester assumed
the role of Monica, rendering her part most
artistically, Chester should be very proud of
this young artistic. Mrs Morse, Fred Morse,
Mr.. Colby, Arthur Robinson, Mr.. and Mrs,
Hoag, Miss Powers did exceptionally fine
work, especially Mrs Morse, who was ever
in her efforts from beginning to end,
sddii 6 largely 10 its interest; the same might
also be said of MI. Cetby and Mr.. Robinson |
The chorus of % voices sang with good taste |
aud expression, displaying careful drill and
assisted by an orchestra compo sed |
of home talent which did very good work |
The stage settings were superb and in per.
Itct harmony with the demands of the oper-
alta. The costume of queen was IN perfect |
Beeping with her part, and the others as well,
while the maids we're very pretty in milk
N aid attire of red skirts, black bodice and
ghite sEirlpec. nth bread brimraed fancyhats |
This closes one of the best operettas ever
,iven IN Springfield, as was manifested by an
enthusiastic audience, including many from
,ut of town. |
LIBRARY ENTERTAINMENT.
More than month since the desire of
aides, prominent in Springfield society, has
cen loan exhibition including ancient and .
modern art, which should display the COL
ections in town, and call from remote hid
ngs all articles of interest, that would afford
and entertainment. The ladies
ave been indefatigable in earnest effort, and +
MS week has witnessed its eliminating sue .
ess, generous and valuable accumulations in .
ach and every department. Much surprise r
nd pleasure is evidenced in the success !,
chieved. The main floor of the hall was
ntlined with furnished apartments, the | !;
ncient upon the right, the modtro striving u
" ascendency upon the left. The camera a
khibit is one of the first to be admired; the n
loughtful interest of Karl Perry was mani 9
sted in arranging for inspection the work b
ON Its earliest inception, which assumed in a
le early days the silhouette, an excellent :,
,eclmen OF which was noticeable in the like q
ass o OF John and Sarah Proctor taken about y
W years since. The daguerreotypes, ambro- -
pes, tintypes and photographs proclaim the =
.ogress in the last century in development q q
photography. Amateur work proved very a,
teresting. Walter M. White, had some q q
lolce work; the views of o. Lyon were very
ear. DIR. Pomroy's camera work was most
11nty, and each and all of the eight contrib
ors received much praise. The arrange
ent was excellent and the light all that =,
uld be desired. The picture that received u
. most attention perhaps was the mourning =.
cture painted by Miss Catharine Fiske, once :, y
preceptress of famous girls school at =,
eene, N. ID; This old time painting in con- z.
ast with today's artistic development pro- \
ked many smile.
stepping across the hall there were to be u
ln una variety of antique china, covered
snes, pltchers, plates, platters, ct cetera fir
70 ahcient lantern, sapyoke. augur and ds
70 e, hetchel, were also here to be seen.
mere WAS perhaps no more entertaining II
q 9, instructive apartment than the kitchen, / oc
Tn lts festoons of home made blue counter "
1es. = - mere was the fireplace with crane
its Kettles, the shelf above with pewter al
ps ana plates; warming oven and foot
bloned chairs, the toasting racks, and a be-
lderlng display of other things deserve Il,
IRE attention than space permits, There nj
s an excellent collection of well preserved al
Wter. The dining table, with its homespun lxr
TN, was iadened with much of interest. trI
n
ny cups and mugs. Among the plates, were vo
ne known by their titles and pictures: yyl
nding of the Pilgrims, The States, The wi
ndlng of Lafayette, American Independ- sc
=. -. inohuuient, etc. IN thls de- tin
tment were discoverable pair of glass an
'anters, $50 years old, handsome punch
vi, q tea set of lustre ware, tawdy set, and
ny other articles indispensable in days
le by. The handsome sidebosrd was duiv
nired, with the writing desk, card tables. mr.
Iirs and other furnishings that completed
exhibit
here was also an interest centering around to'
sleeping room equipped with It's high post
stead, once the pride of DIR. Caldin Hub ro,
d, MADE up with spread in tufted work, tie
napdIwork of Mrs. Calvin Hubbard.
2 10 years of age, and tesching. She used FIR
iIlse u at g. m. to ply her needle upon tnis gre
ltaoie counterpsne. This room was furn- !
ed with light stand, bureau 200 years old. a.;
N which were a work box, candle sticks tlo
cushion, that old needle work. The old We
non chairs, mirror, wash stand, bowl and y
'her, warming pans, lustre ware vases, OF
ne spun blanket and quilt catalogue this pas
,restingly furnished room. Ch
ne modern suite was rich and handsome Ch
its drapeTies and rugs and up-to. date her
1lshlngs. At the head ofthe north side of I
hall the Cozy Corner, with lounge pai
ked with cushions, and near by the dainty bee
clock teatable, opened into the adjoining VIII
option room, fitted up with willow chairs. .
K table, handsome lamp, handpaintedl scb
bon dish. @ SCI
he parlor cabinet was decked with beauti. -n-
vases OF Royal Worcester aud Crown IN
oy, attractive candelabrs, q very hand Dol oI
le flower boat. Ferns were an added atiI
action n a eff 1N of