Macon beacon. [volume] (Macon, Miss.) 1859-1995, 1917-11-30
the brides sister, who was matron of

the brides sister, who was matron of
honor. Both attendants were dressed
in u9le green eatin trimmed with pearls
and crystal beads with draperies OF
green and pink tulle In their arms
they carried gorgeous bouquets Of pink
chfysanthcmum tied with immense
bo of pink mallne, he streamers Of
which fl0ate1 gracefully over their
shoulders while lhe towers themselves
hung downward in graceful profusion,
Hbe little flower girls, Misses Maggie
Mai Binion and Virginia BogEcss, wear
ing pretty green 1rocks and carrying
dainty pink bas lets tied with bows of
pink, came Just before the bride, strew-
inc the pathway with roses. Just as
they ascended the steps Of the chsncel,
the bride was seen approaching the al
tai on the arm ofl father. Rita was
never IS lovely as on this occasion, and
hr- gown Of shinmering satin gorgeous
i beaded in pearls, with trimmings of
lace and tulle, while beautiful In the eX-
IRENE served only to enhance her own
.uIthful attr aCtiveness, and the hand
some court-train which hung from the
shlulders added the necessary dignity
20 an erstwhile girlish costume. The
J., coo, which was worn in Cleopatra
e, was most becoming, It's filmy drd-
p ries hiding none of her beauty, but
ra ther forming a halo of loveliness
around her. In her arm she carried
BriGe's roses, their spotless whiteness
and purity seeming so symbolical of the
heart they nestled against
The groom, apprC aching the altar
from the opposite aisle, escorted by his
hest man, Mr. Hurtle. presented a no
less striking appearance. Attlred IN
faultless evening costume, he looked a
perfect type of the ideal American, and
reflected his sterling qualities and
splendid personality in his magnificent
bearing. They met at the altar, these
two, and amidst this fitting scene, sur
rounded by devoted friends and relatives,
were united in the holy bonds of matri
mony. IA Perfect Day" was impress
sively played while our beloved pastor,
DR.. J. E. Jones, said the sacred words
which made them husband and wife.
Immediately after the ceremony they
repaired to the home of the brides par
ents where a most informal reception
was held, including only the bridal party
and relatives of the contracting parties.
As the guests entered they were re-
quested to register, the book being pre-
sided over by Miss Virginia Thompson,
cousin of the bride, and after hearty
congratulations had been extended the
bride and groom, they were then allowed
the pleasure of viewing the many hand
some and costly gifts from numerous
friends in various parts of the state,
proving the wide popularity OF this
young couple. the handsomest being a
magnificent chest of silver, gift OF
the brides parents. There was also
complete set of French china from her
Aunt Sallie" and sterling silver
bread and butter service, this elegant
gift coming from the best man and best
friend of the groom Mr.. Hurtle.
After the usual merry-making betit-
ting the joyousness of the occasion,
dainty pink and green ices were served
and the wedding cake cut, amidst all its
attendant mlrth. At late hour the
guests departed, leaving nothing save
their best wishes for long life of happi
ness and prosperity for this happy
Young couple.
Al the hour OF Midnight drew nigh
Mrs Cochran donned a stylish blue
travelling suit, grey-fur trimmed, with