The free lance. (Fredericksburg, Va.) 1885-1926, 1911-01-07
STAFFORD
sport" Tells of the Many Festive
Occasions in Whitewater Section.
Widewater. "a. Jan. 5. l9ll.

Whitewater. Va, Jan. 5, 1911.
Christmas is always time of joy in
old Stafford and of home gatherings.
Many seeking their fortunes in other
States return to enjoy their Christmas
cheer at their old homes, which takes
many forms, especially the consump-
ton of all the available dainties Of the
season. Prominent among them is al
ways the famous bowl Of egg-nogg,
cocktails and apple jack and all cling in
moderation to the old time custom of
their popular drinks at Christmas tide
only. There is nothing which keeps
alive the old traditions of past genera
tions as these annual gatherings, full
of love and good cheer to all. The
smart set here were kept steadily oc-
cupied in filling and accepting engage
ments to dinners, luncheons, germans
and teas in honor of the home corners.
Among the most prominent and en-
ioyable functions OF last week was the
dinner to the older set at p. m, and
dance to the junior german club from
9 to 3 p. m, by Mrs. Robt. Amber
Moncure, at Fleurreys, their attractive
home, in honor Of Miss Julia and Mr..
Henry Moncure, who were at home for
the holidays. The affairs were delight
ful in every detail.
Mr.. and Mrs. Alfred j. Pyke gave a
delightful german TO their attractive
daughters, Misses Hannah and Anita,
who were at home from Mt. St. Agnes
College, Md, for the holidays. This
most enjoyable affair will be long re-
membered by all fortunate enough to
be present.
Beautiful entertainments were also
given by Mr.. and Mrs. Henry Moncure
at Woodstock, and Miss Mamie Snead
made a charming hostess at delight
full dance given at her home. At each
occasion elegant refreshments were
served such as Stafford people are only
capable Of serving
Christmas and New Years festivities
will end tomorrow, Friday, night at DR..
Ralph Hills beautiful new home, which
will be a fit closing for such a merry
Christmas.
Miss Mary Robinson Waller is home
again after a visit Of seven weeks in
Norfolk and Portsmouth, where she
was constantly entertained. -Four re-
ceptions were given in her honor. Miss
Waller left for Washington Monday on
a visit.
Mr.. Burke and sister, of Texas, were
guests Of Miss Julia Moncure for
Christmas.
Major and Mrs. John Mason Lee had
their usual family dinner at Westwood,
their attractive home.
Mrs. John Mason Lee, Jr. also enter
tanned at family dinner at her pictures
que. beautiful home on the Potomac.
We are pleased to report Major Lee
much improved from his late acct dent.
With the aid Of his clutches he can 60
around the grounds of his home.
Mr.. John W. Waller, of The Plains,
who has been delighting his friends at
Garrisonville the past week, returned
to his home today via Washington for
a short visit. Little Miss Emily Wick
life Waller went with him and will go
to school in Washington the present
session.
Misses Harriet, Caroline and Kathryn
Moncure returned to Richmond Monday
TO resume their studies.
We have made another charge on the
ranks of the clergy and hope to have
our pulpit filled acceptably by Feb. LIST.
Invitations have been received here
to the wedding of Mr.. Thomas Armat,
formerly of Fredericksburg, Va, anc
Miss Mary Brinkay. Of Louisville. KY,
formerly of Washington. Mr.. Armal
is well and favorably known here anc
has best wishes Of friends and relatives
Another wedding. the contracting
parties prominent here and abroad. vii
take place at Concord, Mass, Jan. 81
Mr.. John T. Bowditch, well known II
sporting circles in Virginia and Massa
chusetts, will lead TO the altar Mis-
Aline Bradford, a noted belle Of Con
cord, Mass. Mr.. Bowditch is we'll ant
favorably known in sporting circles
everywhere. has travelled in ever
quarter Of the globe and spends hi
winters at the various Virginia clubs.
Sport.