Arizona republican., 1913-07-20

tric lamps. was imprOvised a floral altar on which bloomed tall. grace full, Japanese lilies, while at either side stately white candlesticks held twinkling torches.
 Banked high at the rear of the al- tar were potted plants. ferns and lilies. and leading to it was an aisle outlined with white satin ribbons that reached to the broad stairway, down which the bride and her attendants passed.
 Tn the drawing room, with it's delicate furnishings. American Beau ty roses provided striking contrast to the more dainty coloring A tall Japanese basket held large cluster of these long stemmed gIorics, and the mantel was banked with roses and ferns. The floral decorations formed a wonderfully effective set ting for the bridal party Miss Van Nuys was gowncd for the event in ivOryWhite satin, made with q long court train that trailed from beneath draperics falling from the shoulders while across the front of the beauti- ful creation, reaching from the tulle bodice almost to the skirt hem was
 
 quisite collar was an heirloom that had been worn by the brides grand mother. the late Mrs. Annis L. Lan- kershim, for whom the bride of last evening was named.
 "A long tulle veil. caught into a band of orange blossoms. enveloped the gown. and the bridal bouquet was of large. white orchids with spray orchids trailing over her arm. Her gems included sapphire and diamond ring set in platinum, which had been presented by the groom.
 Miss Kate Van Nuys, who attend ed her sister as maid of honor. was in coral pink chiffon, that sparkled with crystal trimming, and the gowns of the bridesmaids, Miss Echo Allen and Miss Helen NewIin. were similar in color, although differing slightly in design. They carried PompadOur canes, topped with Jap anese lilies.
 "E. Poynter Schweppe of New York attended his brother as best man. and the groomsmen were James Slauson and William H. Schweppe. while James Wilkenson, Gurney NeWlin and William Kay Crawford did duty as ushers. Benton Van Nuys escorted his sister to the altar and she was given in marriage by her mother
 The marriage service was read by the Rev. J. Whitcomb Brougher. D. D., pastor of Temple Baptist Church, and Arend's Orchestra played the wedding march, while a vocal scIec- tion by Harry Clifford Lott was a feature of the ceremony.
 Following the marriage, supper was served in the grounds. which had been decorated with trailing rose vines that appeared to be growing and were in full bloom
 Surrounded by a group of small tables, a rose-lined canopy shaded the brides table. and over the white cloth were arranged many orchids. while a large standard in the center was completely covered with Cecil Bruner roses.
 The large garage. as well as the grounds, had been arranged for serv- ing supper, and here Mrs Van Nuys was at the head of a table about which were gathered a group of her special friends. This place, long, roomy and brilliant with many lights, was completely lined with Santa Cruz white oak, branches of which were caught into lattice work and here and there appeared roses that gave a touch of special brightness to the fragrant green walls and ceiling
 Throughout the event was notably beautiful as befitted the wedding of young woman gifted not only with wealth but also with a sweet and Winsome personality that has en- deared her to many friends.
 The groom, who came here from Phoenix, Ariz., at one time had very large business interests in Porto Rico, and he is man of affairs who has won many staunch business and social friends here, although he is yet comparatively newcomer in Los Angeles. He and his bride have gone for a honeymoon trip"