Evening star., 1909-03-05

in it. The waistband was formed OF three
strands of the same shining stones and
was about two inches wide. The en-
broidery covered the waist and with point
lace formed the close sleeves, which
reached to the elbow. Strands of rhine
stones and beads fell from the shoulders
in the back, but the effect Of the front OF
the waist, following the present modes,
was close and smooth.
Mrs. Taft's jewels, more than she has
ever worn before. were q high dog collar
of pearls that had four inch-Wide diamond
clasps. and fine gold chain, from which
fell four pear shaped pearls corsage
ornament in diamonds was also worn. In
her hair, which was, as usual. dressed in
a softly wound pompadour effect, she had
a diamond spray standing nearly three
inches and showing at the points a num-
Der of large and brilliant stones. A curl
ing white aigrette fell over her hair and
a dianfond-studded barrette completed the
exceedingly pretty effect.
Mrs. Sherman.
Mrs. Sherman wife of the Vice Pres
ident, wore one Of the most beautiful
costumes seen at the ball. On founda-
ton of heavy white satin a tunic of white
lace heavily embroidered in silver and
crystal fell in graceful folds. The upper
part of the bodice had draped scarf eff
feet Of silver tissue, and the silver and
crystal ornaments were repeated in the
long train and the closely fitting sleeves.
She wore single diamond ornament in
her cofffure and a diamond brooch.
The Presidents Daughter.
Miss Helen Taft, the Presidents daugh-
ter, was at once escorted to the Pres
ident's box on arrival. She had no part
in the ceremonies of the evening save as
looker-on. Her dress of dainty white
mousseine was girlish and pretty and her
beauty, which will be in evidence a year
or SO hence more than 1t appears now.
was enhanced by its simplicity. The dress
had touch of blue satin. forming cor
sage trimming. a high folder belt and
also appeared in little bow OH each sleeve.
She had a glistening ornament in her
hair. which was dressed, as usual. in a
fluffy pompadour with she'll combs and
barrette. She carried a bouquet of pink
sweet peas. One of the younger army
officers was in attendance. as was also
her brothers and the younger members Of
the cabinet families.
In contrast to the pink cheeks of the
Presidents daughter was her gray-haired
great AUNT, Miss Torrey, who had place
of honor on the front row of the box and
remained there, except during supper, all
evening.
Taft Family Party.
Mrs William A. Edwards, wife of DR..
Edwards of Los Angeles, only sister of
the President, blue tulle spangled in gold
over blue satin. with girdle Of Persian en-
broidery studded in gems.
Mrs. Henry w. Taft of New York, Pa
risian gown Of crystal-covered gauze over
apricot silk. with panels of crystal-covered
lace and diamond ornaments.
Miss Louise Taft. her daughter blue en-
broidered chiffon cloth over blue silk. with
scarf Of deep blue, covered in gold sequins
and edged with gold fringe.
Mrs. Charles p. Taft Of Cincinnati,
handsome princess robe Of ruby velvet.
partially veiled in fine French lace. with
jeweled inserts and ornaments Of antique
gold and rubies and diamonds
Miss Julia Taft. her daughter. white
panne velvet, combined with silver tissue
with sleeves Of silver net. with embroid-
cry on the bodice and skirt panels.
Mrs. Horace Taft Of Watertown, Conn.,.
white silk and lace. made empire, with
touches of pearl passementerie on bodice
and skirt. pearl and diamond ornaments.
Miss Della Torrey Of Milbury, Mass,