The colored American., 1902-08-23

and MIS-. George A. Myers, of CIeVe-
land 0, entertained their numerous
friends in honor of Mrs. K. NJ Hall
and daughter of Baltimore, Md, who
are the guests of Mr. and Mrs. Chas.
". ChesnUtt.
The large extension table. covered
with immaculate damask, was taste
fully decorated in red, making a very
beautiful effect, and harmOnizing with
the decorations of the large and
handsome dining room.
Around the base of each of the four
red decorated globes, on the chandel-
i-r over the center of the table, was
tied a large bow of the same color,
from each of which, extended a
streamer to each of the four corners
of the table, where another large bow
was tied, so that the ends of it touched
the hOOr.
Under the center of the chandelier,
hung a large bell, made CT red i'm
mortelles, typical of the welcome
supper bell" around it's top was tied
q red bow, which hung in graceful
folds. the elimination Of the festOons.
From each of the four arms Of the
chandelier, in the center of the ta-
lLa. was a large Oval-shaped cluster
of iacuuemenot roses, with floral
etreamers, extending to Lear each end
and the side Of the table, intertwin-
ing. IN graceful lines. around the bases
of the candelabras, which were sur
rounded red lace shades.
From each corner of the table, fol
lowing the StreamerS, overhead, eN-
tended rows of silver forks and spoons,
while here and there. were placed
beautiful cut gass dishes, containing
olives. pickles, assorted salted nuts
and bon bOns.
The supper. served by PoindeXter,
CIeveland's leading caterer, was done
i'm his uusa tahmellccngt,;e eajcsSaashe
i'm his usual matchless style, and con-
sisted of cold ham and tongue,
chicken salad lettuce sandwiches OF
heart-shape. brown bread sandwiches
of crescent design coffee, Neapolitan
ice cream. and assorted cakes.
After the feast dancing was indulS-
ed i'm. until late Tor early) hour.
During the evening, at the request
of Mrs and Miss Hall, Mr.. Harvey
Williams sang several very beautiful
selections to the delight OF all. II
was the cOncensus of all that Mr.. Viii
liams never appeared to better advan-
tage: and he was warmly cOnSfaJu-
lated.
The massive sterling silver punch
bowl. which was conveniently loOaICt
i'm the hall greeted one on mis- arrival,
refreshed him during his stay. ana
hade each one good night and adleu
upon his departure.
the excellent music rendered our
ing the evening, was furnished by Mar
tins famous orchestra.
The following is a partial list OF
those who were invited:
Hon and Mrs. John P. Green OF
Washington: Hon. and Mrs. Jere A:
rir0wn. of Washington; Mrs. ROberI
Douglas of Washington; Miss Lima
lean of Washington; Mr.. NeYlI!e
Thomas of Washington; Miss FIossle
Ash of Detroit Mich; Miss EJhel
Cheek Of Detroit, Mich; Mrs. Mar
iarie Hoplzins. of Alexandria, va;
mss NJ. r. Lee. of Charleston, ,. u;
Hon and Mrs. w. H. Clifford. Mr. ana
Mrs Charles w. Chestnut, Hon. ana
mrs 7 f. Benson, Mr.. and Mrs Ihos-
II EdmOnds. Mr.. and Mrs. G. ). Rlch-
ardson. Mr.. and Mrs. Andrew Ches-
mutt Mr.. and Mrs. J. Walter Wits;
Mr. and Mrs. Apo Johnson MI anu
Mrs. Lewis Chestnut, Mr.. and MTS'
Ja,,erson COn. Mr.. and Mrs. }. l.. Bolu-
p7 Mr. and Mrs George Smith, MI
and Mrs. Vim. r. Green, Mr. ana MI9'
q T Rurdine Mr.. and Mrs. Jonu
ChesDu+t. Mr.. and Mrs. John !. Iouu;
Mr.. and Mrs. Chas. Smith, MI anu
Mrs John H. Cousins. MIR. ana MLS'
Thomas Walker. Mr.. and Mrs. n. -
Dawson Mr.. and Mrs. Benz. RIcks'
W. aod Mrs II. T. Fubanks. Mr.. ana
lTre r Tavlor. Mr. and Mrs. Hor-
Mrs H9ml ton /