Wheeling register. [volume] (Wheeling, W. Va.) 1878-1935, 1901-02-23

ington advocated we cannot go astray.
In ms farewell address, which was the
document Of such documents, he warn
ed the people against the dangers -
tneir country that might arise at any
time in the future. He warned them
against partisan movements, and have
we not seen this come to pass. He
said that II we are patriotic it is not
for what the country has been, but
what it is and is to be. We look back
and worship Providence for what 1t
has done for us, and wonderful it. So
much the more should We cherish and
praise the memories of those like
Washington who have gone before us.
On motion of Mr.. Elwood Humes, the
young men rendered a hearty vote OF
thanks to the ladies who had SO kindly
assisted in the banquet. The doxology
was sung, after which the closing pray
er was made by the Rev. C. NJ. Oil
plant.
The Colonial tea given last evening
at the home of Mr.. and Mrs. George
w. Bremen on North Main street by
the young people of the Second U. P.
church was perfect in every detail.
Rarely, If ever before, has there been
an affair of such elaborate appoint
ments. The house was magnificently
decorated in colonial colors. National
emblems on the background of the
Revolutionary buff and gold. Cherries
and little hatchets were hung in every
conceivable place, enhancing material
ly the general effect. There were also
on display some rare old pictures Of
George Washington and his wife.
The costumes worn by the young
people in charge were exceptionally
handsome. In some instances the
gowns OF the young ladies dated back
to Revolutionary times and were at
once beautiful and curious. A very
large crowd was in attendance and a
very satisfactory return a realized
from the affair.
The following literary and musical
programme was rendered during the
evening.
Piano Sophie Waltz
Mistress Roemer and spinster Hill.
Vocal .Grandma's Advice
SDinster Bessie Crockard.
anu e. tlDll4Cs ohE0l jan
Spinster Mary Hall.
recitation .........
Master Wheeler.
Vocal Solo. mann. The Heart Bowed Down
MIR. VIM. Hill.
Piano Solo..................Au Aud Lang Syne
Spinster Stella Crockard.
Bones .......,...
Master Lee Bremen
spinsters Ruth Hail. Jennie Hin,
Messrs. Robt. and VIM. Fill.
Piano Old RoSin the Bow
Mistress c. O.. Roemer.
Spinster Ruth Hall.
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A well planned surprise party was
given Howard Nesbitt last evening at
his home, No. 2259 Market street, in
honor of the anniversary OF his birth.
The usual social diversions were the
order Of the evenings entertainment.
Those present were Misses Bertha
Reed, Laura Ne5bitt, Fanny Petrie,
and Helen Cowden; Messrs. Will Fee,
George Caldwell, Walter McLure and
the host.
Mr. and Mrs. Ray Naylor entertain
ed a number of friends Thursday eve
ming at their home on Virginia street.
The affair was in honor of the ami
versary of Mrs. MAYORS birth. The
occasion was an enjoyable one. Quite
a number of young people were pres
ent. The usual social advertisements
were the order of the evenings en-
t~ertainment. At a ~seasonable hour ex-
cellent Tefreshment was dispensed.
Among the guests present were Mrs.
Wiltshire, Of Pittsburg, and Mr.. George
Melvin, of Pennsylvania.
The "at home" given by the Crangle
Band and the primary class of the
Sunday school at the Second Presley
terrain Church yesterday afternoon was
a social and financial success. The
fixing of admission fee was a novel
feature of the afternoon. each of the
visitors being charged two cents for
every foot OF his or her height. The
hours of entertainment were from two
to five O'Clock.
Mrs. Margaret CoWen announces the
marriage of her daughter. Miss Marie,
formerly OF Bellaire. Ohio, to Mr.. Mox-
ley Blumenberg. of Washington. D. G..
The ceremony was performed by Rev.
Father Bart. of st. Matthew's church,
that city, on Tuesday evening, February
18th. The young couple are well known
in the social set of Washington, where
they will make their future home. Mr..
Blumenberg holds a prominent position
at the capitol.
UPchurch Lodge No. 20, A. o. u. W,
held an enjoyable social session at it's
ledge roOns in honor Of the birthday
anniversary of two members, Messrs.
w. NJ. Zach and H. c. Higgins. The
evening WAS devoted to card games
and ether social diversions and a