Pine Bluff daily graphic., 1908-07-08
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SOCIETY.
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\ Beautiful Reception.

One of the most thoroughly charm ing social functions known in Pine bluff for many seasons was the birth day reception given by Mrs. $. NJ.
 laSlor Tuesday afternoon ill honor or her mother, Mrs NJ. w. Bell, who on that day reached her eightieth milestone on the roadway of Life In difference to this golden period of life, and to the name of the honoree, the prevailing tone of the decorations were white and gold, and little golden bells were used profusely, the pretty idea giving pleasing effect and elicit Ing much admiration. Between hall and parlor huge streamers of yellow satin ribbon tipped with the tiny bells. and forming a drapery back ground for the dates in dark green lS2S-19OS. Receiving ill the parlor ! with Mrs. eI3ll, the guest of honor, were her daughter, Mrs. s. M Taylor, her granddaughter. Mrs. K. T. Rob- erts. and little great-srandson, Taylor Roberts -four generations being thus represented in addition 10 these the receiving line was composed of elder ly ladies and some others of Mrs. i Bells best friends as follows: Mrs. Etta Smith, Mrs. Rufus Mills, Mrs. i s. C. Alexander, Sr., Mrs. V. A. Jones, Mrs. Sue Triplett, Mrs. King White, Mrs. " J. Mills, Mrs. John L. Buck, i Mrs. Junius Jordan, Mrs. McEwen, Mrs. R. G. $. Austin, Mrs. J. R. Westbrook, and Dl. and Mrs. J. l. Norris. White roses, and white crepe myrtle decked tables and mantel ill this room, the color note being fur nished by a cluster of the golden hued sunflowers in front of the man. tel. Receiving in the hall were pr. and Mrs. w. D. Buckner, Mrs. w. 70. Taggart, Mrs. Charles Owens, Mrs. IF. L. Diley. Mrs. Walter Goodwin and Mrs. J. w. Adams. Master w. o . Taggart received cardA at the door, In the reception room at the left of the hall were sew eral tables laden with many dainty and lovely gifts by which Mrs. Bells friends had endeavored to show their regard and appreciation of her. The guests were made wei come in this room by Mesdames N. T. Roberts, J. R. Ledbetter, A. E. Grace, J. M. Hightower and Hubert Strange From a table tastefully dec orated with nasturtiums, punch was served by Mrs. F. E. Renfrow, Mrs. J. NJ. Elliott, Mrs. R. F. Lee and Mrs. W. H. Matthews. The dining room was. a beautiful study, be- decked with brilliant nasturtiums, the table arrangement charming all be- holders. A large birthday cake form ed the centerpiece, bearing the name Bell" and the dates 1S2S-190S in gold lettering. Surrounding the Cake and forming a star, were so tiny gold ef bued candles in gilt holders, while suspended from the chandelier hung a
 
 which were many tiny little golden bells; seen by the soft lights the eff feet was very lovely. Assisting in the dining room were Mrs. Sam Vaulx, Mrs. Charles Leverenz, Mrs. w. A. Lee, Mrs. James Goodwin, Mrs. Arthur Mills, Mrs. Tracy Mills, Mrs. Charles Gordon. Delightful ices, cakes and hints were served. Dur ing the afternoon many of Mrs. Bells friends called, all eager to greet and wish for her the best that the future years can bring, and whose congrat- ulations she received most graciously. The afternoon closed with pretty ceremony, when the house-party as sembled in the dining-roOm to cut the birthday cake. Standing by the table, which was encircled by Mrs. Bell and the ladies nearest her age. Dr. Nor
 ris read the following appropriate lines, the sentiment of which was echoed in the hearts of all present: This is your birthday. On the Calendars of those who love know You it is marked with gold,
 As both a holy and holiday
 You make us happy and you
 Make us good, by simply being with
 you.
 You bestow and think you are receiv-
 ing like
 A rose that marvels at the fragrance
 of the breeze.
 We are most glad since you were
 sent to earth
 IL was while we are here; not hasten
 ed down To shine amidst the shadows of the
 past, Nor kept to grace some joyful future
 day. But come to share our present as
 it is And leave tomorrow better for your