The Birmingham age-herald., 1908-12-17
NEWS OF THE DAY IN SOCIETY WORLD Brilliant Wedding At St. Mary's-
 sn-the-HighIa ldS NOTES HERE AND THERE Marriage of Miss VanHoose and Mr. Daves-Miss Truss Gives Pro-
 gressive Luncheon-lnvita-
 tions-PersonaIs.
NOTES HERE AND THERE
By MYRTLE MILES.

The church of St Mary s-on-the- High lands was the scene of a beautiful we'd ding last evening when Miss Anna Van Hoose, the daughter of Mr. and Mrs J. 4. VanHoose, became the bride of MT. William Allen Davies. A brilliant and representative gathering witnessed the event. At S:50 o'clock the nuptial cere- mony was pronounced and the fact that this sacred office was performed by the brides father added beauty and solem- nlty to the ceeasion The Rev. Dr. Will lcughby Claybrook, the rector of St. Marys assisted.
 The chu.cl was exquisitely adorned with flowers and smilax. In the chancel gorgeous palms formed a verdant back ground for bouquets of white roses that were perfect specimens of the florists art. That portion of the church reserved for the especially honored guests was indi- cated by large, full bows of white satin ribbon. Preceding the ceremony a splen- did musical programme was executed by MT. Fred L. Grambs, who presided at the organ. In the hush that follows the opening notes of the wedding march en- tered the ushers, MT. Hill Ferguson, MT. Robert b. Newman, Mir Hugh Martin, MT. Ransom Mabry and MT. Chase Per kins
 Miss Mary Ruth McLester, the first bridesmaid, next advanced down the long central aisle An attendant already at several brilliant weddings of the winter, Miss McLester has not looked more lovely at any than last evening in her pctur- esque bridesmaid frock of white liberty satin with rich trimmings of brocade and embroidery. She, as did each of the bridesmaids, wore becoming yellow satin bands twned in her hair in the semblance of that graceful coiffure decoration, the bandeau.
 Eacn bridesmaid carried a gorgeous bouquet of golden yellow roses and valley lilies tied with broad yellow satin rib- bon.
 Miss Marjorie Weatherly was the next bridesmaid to enter. She was exquisite in a white messalne gown made direc- toire The corsage trimming was Irish laces and graceful sash was bordered in fringe She was followed by Miss Susie McLester, a charming figure In white messaline satin made with the graceful draped overskrt that has char acterized number of her gowns this season. The drapery was caught with buckle of gold and white enamel and edged with broad fringe
 Miss Annie LeGrande's bridesmaid gown was made of white messaline hand-em- brodered in the panel effect, and With touches of tulle about the throat Her grdle was embroidered in pearls.
 Miss Jennie Bridges gown in which she looked particularly lovely, was made of white messaline heavily embroidered and trimmed with touches of gold about the throat.
 Miss Linley Graham was graceful and beautiful figure in a white messaline gown drapej and caught with a buckle studded In brilliants. Rose point lace garnished the corsage, and the sash end- ed in fringe.
 The groomsmen were Dr. Gaston Tor rance. pr, Kennon Bedford of Boligee, Dr. Joseph Leland and MT. Edward Snow of Tuscaloosa, MT. Foster Fitzsimmons or Atlanta and MT. Edward Crawford
 The group gathered about the altar was joined by Mrs. James McLester van Hoose, the matron of honor Mrs. Van Hoose, who is one of the most beautiful of the seasons brides wore her wedding gown, an imported hand-embroidered chiffon robe. with real lace trimmings.
 Miss Helen VanHoose was her sister s maid of honor. She was strikingly hand some in an embroidered gown of golden yellow messaline with touches of gilt. The yellow coiffure decoration and large bouquet of yellow roses and valley lilies prettily accertuated the color note.
 The bride was given in marriage by her brother, MT. James McLester VanHoose. There have been no more graceful or lovely brides than was she in a season notable for the number and brilliance or its marital events. She wore a superb bridal gown built of chiffon duchesse. The corsage was trimmed with rose point and duchesse laces and pearls. A short sash of duchesse lace was gracefully caught in the back of the bodice. The bridal veil was daintily edged with rare lace and caught with orange blossoms and valley lilies.
 brilliant reception at the home of MT. and Mrs. J. A. VanHoose followed the marriage, and assembled together Birminghains most exclusive circles. The brides family Is one of great prominence socially. Mr. Davies, though he has not lived in this city many years is ex- tremely popular in club and business cir cles and counts his friends by hun dreds.
 The spacious family residence was place of rare charm when made ready last evening foi the many invited guests. The bridal party received with MT. and Mrs. VanHoose and MT. and Mrs. Davies in the drawing room, which was deco rated with Wn1te rOSeS duu Southcln Sihi- lax. Mrs. VanHoose received her guests in a pearl gray messaline gown elabo- rately trimmed with laces and braid and with touches of gold. Mrs. William Williams French who assisted her mother looked most attractive in reception frock made of pink crepeena and orna- mented with cream lace. Miss Kathleen VanHoose was girlishly attractive in white silk made empire. Miss Carrie Le- land of Tuscaloosa wore blue messaline.
 An orchestra played throughout the evening. In the dining room the brides table was c: :pamented to suggest the color scheme of the wedding. It was covered with white lace over yellow satin and the centerpiece was a huge bouquet made or yellow flowers while lights from a group of tapers shone through yellow shades.
 MT. and Mrs. Davies departed last even ing for a brief wedding journey to the southern coast. They will return before Christmas and be at home with MT. and Mrs. w. G. Estes.
 Mice Jucv Truss gave an elaborate and