Newport weekly independent., 1902-02-28

M WaAu " duQ longing for the hasten ing of the wedding anniversary of Dr. and Mrs. J w. Coffman, to which in- vitations have been out for several \ weeks, but little did the invited sus- pect that real wedding was in store TOT them and not until the ceremony was being performed, was the situa- tlon grasped. It was beautiful and t1mely Thought to unite upon this vening, tho anniversary of wedding n.y. i've mile posts back in the x lives of the happy receiving couple Y ard the leading to Hymen's altar for the uniting of their lives of two, young # 1n years. Back upon the past, the nrst might look with contented peace < aud Joy, for in the good things of this world and the love of friends, they x nave been richly blessed. The latter, With the ardor and confidence of the 70 young, might anticipate the unfoldI ds pages of what the future holds in st/o,re. for their lives bonded in holy ws1alock The Coffman residence at t.ne corner of >Ihird and Walnut stro sets is well arranged for receivjjpg s and upon this occasion was beauagesiful in the hand some furnishings and flower decora- 'o',s N slliiAbs ' Afbn.x, palms, carnations and ' | roaigg,ss ss1ig,ss. As the guests entered
 liquiway, they were cordially re-
 stx by Mesdames Estelle Claridge
 F. T Ward, and from that mo-
 1t, the company were made to feel home and free to enjoy themselves. The reception was characterized in
 appointments as both elegant
 $aomplete; the decorations were
 griful, the music inspiring, the re-
 nenents elaborate and elegant, the
 ality and merriment of the oc
 delightful and charming.
 parlor presented most invit-
 appearance, the bay window aorned with smilax and palms, the nnch- bowl being fairly covered with roses and smilax. The tasty beverage was gracefully dispensed by Misses Mayme Gillian and Allie Ward. All through the evening, negro string band, from the hall, discoursed sweet music.
 THE WEDDING.
 Promptly at 9:30, to the strains of Mendlessohn's march, played by Mrs. Estelle Claridge, the bridal party en- tered the parlor, Dr. and Mrs. Coff- man entering from the rear parlor ollowed by Miss Mayme Gillian upon " the arm of her brother, Lab Gillian. From the reception hall, advanced the groom, Mir. F. H. Heinrich accom- panied by MT. E. l.. Boyce.
 Rev. l.. H. Richardson, standing in >front of the bay window, in very beautiful and appropriate talk, con- veEged the anniversary and the wed- ding, following with the marriage rite, which was remarked by all, to have been very impressively and beautifully performed.
 The bride was indeed charming in pretty white null chiffon creation with white taffeta neck and waist, and carried handsome boquet of brides roses.
 Mrs. Coffman was gowned in a very becoming dress of rich blue fou- lard.
 The costumes of the receiving ladies received many compliments. Mrs Claridge wore black silk, point lace and white silk front, Mrs. Ward 3 black grenadine with point lace There were many other attractive toilets which lack of space forbids mention.
 After the wedding ceremony, Dr. and Mrs. Coffman received theil friends and the bride and groom the congratulations and good wishes oi all present.
 The guests were then invited to the aining hall where a most sumptuous Spread of five courses awaited them consisting of oysters; turkey and ham chicken and celery salad, coffee; ol- ives; cream and cake; salted almonds The table contained large centre