Chicago Daily Tribune Newspaper, January 28, 1877, Page 9

THE CHICAGO 'TRIBUNE: SUNDAY. JANUARY 28 1877—SIXTEEN PAGES. Y THE WORLD. On the Usher at the Fash- jonable Wedding. . The Future of the Fiance Left in His Reck= less Hands., Notable Fashionable Events of the Week in Chicago. Weddings in This City and the East - Lively Times Among the Clubs. Ths New York Correspondent Di- lates on the New Styles of Millinery, something Concerning New Styles of Goods and an Adorable Toilet. Costumes for Old Ladies==-The Wedding of a Doll-==Fash- ion Notes. Grand Reception at Janes- ville---Pleasure-Seek- ers in the Sub- urbs. The Grand-Opera Ball at Parise-- Marriage of a Musician’s Daughter. CHICAGO. TEE USHER AT FASHIONABLE WEDDINGS. To the Editor of The Tribue. Cu1CAGO, Jan. 25.—Your generosity in afford- g space to my last communication emboldens me to sttempt still further criticiem of the pe- alieritics of social life as I have seen it, and if you think my opinions worthy of publication, I il gladly send you my views on matters that tave attracted my attention. Heve you ever noticed tbe usher at the fash- fomable wedding of theday? Have you ever wosidered him in his bearings, scparated from ¥s duty of finding ou a seat specdily and with- ot undue ostentation? If you have not, let me show him to you, commending your gociety man to the study of the bird as affording him, per- aps, an avocation to which he is better adapted. Ushers at weddings are ecssentially the de- velopment of civitization: In the early history of the world there i no mentlon of them, and #twas not until socicty had been formed on its rescnt basis that the absolute necessity of the usher at the nuptial ceromony became manifest. A loborious search through the account of Adam 1d Eve’s wedding fails to discover the exist- eace of ushers, and, bad there been any, it would probably have appearcd, as the chroniclers of that day, like those of this, are minute in their description of the bride's costume. Nor do we find any mention of the ‘ubiquitous usher in all ‘History, down to the establishment of society as ftat presentexists, whenit was ascertained that amarrisge was not binding upon either of the partics unless the bidden zuests had been pre- viously seated by 3 band of gentlemen, whose Iater functions were suarching up the aisie, with Tery 6tiff backs and remarkably rizid arms, just f advance of the oridal cortege. The invention o the usher is shrouded in mystery, but it is supposed that he came in with troins and low- zecked dresses. It is Jomentable that his first appearance is not tecorded. but since there is o satisfactory explauation of his arrival, it will be uecessary to acept him, and examire him as Leis and as he should be. The usher of to-dzy appears atthe church door in solemn black, except as to hair, which & generally of a golden hue, and parted &quare- Irin the middlc, as indicative of his impartiality fn the reception of gnests and utter indiscrimi- zation in toe seating thercof. His necktic is of suowy silk, emblematic of his motives and the modcration of his- nature. His coat is of the swallow-tall, or the Prince Albert, pattern, when Lis'indulgences in lawful avocations sre sufli- deutly remuncrative; and the latter when the {ace of the earth neglects to yield to him what be considers his fair abundance. Iis feet are small and_ shapely, and his gloves fit or not, in proportion to his “irugality in purchase. Asa mlf. he wears a mustachic, morc or less clearly defined, and his cheeks arc shaven closely, and Jordercd with care. Ordiarily, he s youth- ul, and generally he is uuixposcd to have 2 cool, careful eye to the wants of the large community whom heis_supposed to mold into a shapely sudience. Ifhebe an usherof inexperience, assumes an esse and grace which meke him the most interesting ele- ment of the performance, while, if he be an usher of experience. he succeeds in impressing a strong recollection of himsclf upon the minds of all with whom_he comes in con- If he be an usher of domestic manufac- ture, his prerogative is to rub the palmof bis glove unon that of every especially young and pretty lady who approaches, bearing always in mind the necessity, forced upon_him, unwilling thereto, of enubbing all the elder ladies who gmr come within his reach. If, on the contrary, cbean usher from a distence, some out-of- town friend of the family, it is permitted of him to enub everybody, the snubs to be charzeable }a the different manners obtaining in different ocalities. The organization of a force of ush- SX& partly domestic and partly imported, isa mé?t'fn‘ffi"’ h;lzd?nce ommcdd they bcconr;e a e W i "QIE;i dore: ng and a wonder to admiring ¢ assumption of the usher, that not only the immediate ceremony, but also the after- ¢ of the wedded, depeuds upon him, is not al- 1 d:hu’ unreasonable. His position as usher fl:! bim aright to consider himself the first :!"] mkruwet ‘Dersonage, upon whom devolves bl importance of the occasion as in him ;fd!s or should dwell the exclusive attention ".,,“” gucsts, He becomes, as it iwere, the i;_ ime-mover in the affair, which without him Tuld be as naught, and he sces, with a clearer Son than any around him, how utterly aban- “hflfll and lost the ceremony would be did not by sbining fumine the service. These “'-“55 aflect Lis bow, which is from the hips %, and his walk, which is from the shoulders s_"'fl'l: and inspirc his dorsal colutun with a mflLhtpess and rigidity not always appertain- b E 10 s collar when his dutics becotne ardu- ous. Helives inthe frazrance of his own per- nality, and breathes the perfume of his own Tesponsibilities. 1Ihe one solemn moment of the nsher’s life pretswhen he is asked for information. The i umption that it is one of his dutics to tell mi‘}hlnzsmkcs him aghast. The suppoeition ety should stop turning on onc lcel and ot u“filhc knuckles of one glove into the palm ,m" er to answer a question, brings com- fuite dlsruntion to his ideas snd’ fovolves him bregie of bewlldered indignation and well- lespair. If a steanger accost him with 2 “"‘m‘“‘ inquiry as to the name of the bride, he b mes, us the sepulchre, whited, and wonders T iyaurbody could pussibly want to kmow what b ¢'sname js. As if 3 bride’s name made uhfllm:rcnce in the number of ushers neces- lhibw n'nke the occasion high-toned! As if ride's name should cut any possible degree i m"flm_?mmmd with the usher’s pame! —As Tk bride's name could interest any human be i"huhadcv:l’ beard of sn usher! If he e : ed the name of the officiating clergy- Wi iife loses every charm for him. witsip b3 the officiating clergyman to do o3 the wedding? What responsibilities fall \0an an officiating elergyman? What subluriary m: ‘i‘“ asvhody Bave for an officiating clery- ! Jfinterrogated as to the name of the Sroo, his_eyes become stony with horror. woom! Why, there isn't sny. A person who 0uid azk for the name of a groom can't under- e;he mdfiment\l principles of {_‘;e mar- ere isn’t any groom. There are fll:eeushers, but a groom, never! But, shonld 1ok c2sual inquire the names of the ushers, be is Ormied in a three-ply explosion that they are Brown,” Veitch, Jones, Cottrell, Smith, snd Washington, or some o w |{! ;l:;: gn flluumi(otrter names, though these B the soclety that gavebirth to the usher §3§.‘.’$n suceeed in ieaching him that heisan b cfl'ecbm“’" than the whole show, it would be o offect a washing out of thegenus, —a calamity uc"cn orable that it is not t6 be contemplated. Hence we have the peculiarly-situated institu- |:hlilL'h wwldn to exist is to suggest mourning, and e die is to disentegrate thesocial systemw. some usher suggest a means of relief? Banpara PECE. | SARCASM. G Soclety Editor Tribune. B I!‘IGAGO, Jan. 22.—While reading Barbara eck’s letter in last Sunday’s paper, something to your advantage oceurred to me. An extraordinary youth, who is an old maid, lkewise an old bachelor, also a womap, with a Jenkins thrown in, as it were, ought to preside over no department but himselves. A brilliant future lics before her, and him, and them. The Siamese Twins became rieh and famous, but '\rhq_t are two in two, compared with five in onc? Five souls with but o single thoughit; five hearts that beat as one! Or do you always thiuk five thoughts at once? “:A:L_}nsr:;lg_.o :| bfl‘l{'i_:;lln,—no ]g\-e briltiant futares . Will you L v sui.r;:zvslaone of thv:m!j iy Wow metn ould you not write a legitimate domestic drama, and be all the actors ls‘il! Title: *The Mysterious family, or United 1 Stand.” Plot— Finale of plot: The youth marries the woman; the 0ld bachelor marrics the old maid; Jenkins d'&scnbcs the weddings. Don’t you think it would draw, and bring money and fame? I give you this idea as a mift, but, as virtue is :d\l':l_\‘,s’ rewarded, “ I humbly crave this gracious l‘)‘q::!l;l y:fxl xu})pose you will say in the drama? are fa “‘]nm_flc"” famous may Ibe your very first would like to ask your ages, nativiies, incidents of infniies. i, (is thos the reason you were named * Etcetera??) It would also "be instructive to knmow twhich is whichest, and who was the first of vou. Did the old bachelor appear first, or did they all come together simultancously combined? And how did they like it? And does each have rights and wrongs which the others are bound torespect, oris it a frec and independent com- munity? And does the extraordinary youth bethink himself in cold blood for the benttit of his health, or with a view to expounding? Aund does Jenkins’ bird constantly fit, and harp, and deplore! Poor boy! No wonder he flaps his wings! . But this sarcastic flapping will be very effect- n'cB §n the wegding seene: i less you, dear contractors—be happy ! [Flap. Lace vells, white satins. éTlm), "Eap.me‘éfl soup-knives, gold. Five hundred butter-spoouns, glaled. }l‘\gve hul;ldred_flsh»hl?uksh‘mlxed. No ames. o curds. No cake. lap! ! . Flap!] The curtain falls. Bt Fep 1 have enjoyed your “sarcastic” remarks, and I think I have read you out of Society Cor- ner.” Once before I was on the very brink of asking you to say somcthing on a subject partly connected with socicty, but I find there are so many of you, I refrai Miss METHUSALAH. IN GENERAL. INFORMAL PARTY. A social event which will long be remembered by those who were so fortunate as to participate occurred Friday evening, at the residence of Mrs. Whitman, No. 1777 Wabash avenue. The compliments and best wishes of the party were tendered to Mr. and Mrs. Ed Startevant, whose appreciation of the “surprisc” wasmade mani- fest during an entire cvening of unmingled en- joyment. At an early hourin the eveninga large sleigh, drawn by four spirited horses, and completely filled with a pleasant company of people from the West Side, drove up to the door of Mrs. Whitman’s residence, and were heartily received by the surprised inmates. It was very evident daacing would be induiged in, and theretipon the spacious parlors were relieved of furniture, the carpets were -suugly covered with canvas, aud soon the entire party were engared in the pleasures of the dance, cmided by the inspiring music of W. W. Pound. A "pro- gramma consisting of fourtecn choice num- bers and four extras. had been prepared by the management, £0 that, without creating the tire- some formality of duncinz partics on a larger scale, it avoided the confusion fucident to sur- prisc parties zencrally. At 11 o'clock the entire company descended to the dining-room, and found the ladies had prepared refreshments in variety and quality to an extent that rivaled the best. efforts made by Eckardt. Enjoyment ran high until a late hour, and the company dis- I-;ersed, each one carrying hone the happyrecol- cctions of an evening well and profitably spent. their friends Friday cvening at their residence, correr Ashland avenuc and Smith street. The evening was devoted to vocal and instrumental music and_dancing, after which refreshments were served. _ Among those present were Mr. and Mrs. T, J. Gannon, Mr. and Mrs. Shaugh- nessy, Misses Nellie and Mary Smith, Misses Josic and_ Maegic Powell, Misses Abbic and Maria McHugh, Miss Dinen, and Messrs. Kearns, Conway, Condon, Kenny, Fogarty, Burke, Dr. Schafer, and others. CUILDREN'S PARTIES, A very clegant cnildren’s party was_given Friday cvening at the residence of J, H. Me- Avoy, 145 Calumet avenue, in honor of Master Charles and Miss Cornelia McAvoy. The voung ladies all 1doked very charming and danced away to the music ol Jolnnie Hand, and en- joyed the clegant supper by Wright. Among hose present were Miss Sallie Carter, Claude Buel, Agzic Crouch, Mary Utis, Jeaunic Adsit, May' Otis, ‘Jesste Grey, Jennic Ellison, Julia Hunt, Maggie and_Annie Taylor, Lucy Stiles, Maude and Edith Morris, Emily Lyons, Josie, Kellogg, Eva Seave§ Maude Meech, Nellic “Thorne, Carric Hill, Mamie DuVernet, Mamic Nutt, Borthe Oakley, Josie Hancock, Nannie Humphrey, Nellie Leach, Adele Wheeler, Fan- nie Mauran, Fannic Stone, Annie Philpot, Katle Van Schoack, Louie Watson, Marv Kelloge, Gracle Buck, Madge Calhoun, and Messrs. Hall, Price, Thrall, Cooley, Bournique, Kimbark, Morton, Gridley, Seavey, Badger, Aldrich, Her- Cornell, Buck, Powel, Til- Tick, Van Schaack, dony Sharpy Leach, Crouct, Roberts Porry, Watson, Myers, McLaire, Sargent, Mauran, Ellison, Alien, Nutt, Heald, Macdonald, Miller, Barrell, Comstock. ** SUGARING-OFF.” A number of West Side zentlemen gave their friends a good old-fashioned sleigh-ride Friday evening. The party congrezated at Miss Mattic J. Baldwin's, §9 Warren avenue, and at 7:80 p. m. they filled up two mammoth sleighs witl some fifty personsand startea for Oak Park. Arriving there, they stopped at the residence of G. Lasher, Esq., and partook of o bounteous sueply of goo 28, Sot the least enjoyable feature was the old- time * sugaring-ofl,” something of a novcltg to many. Among those present were Mr. an Mrs. Joseph G. Peters, Mr. and Mrs. Charles Peters, Mr. and . Mrs. Durant, Mr. and Mrs. Story, Mr. and Mrs. George Colvin, Miss M. J. Baldwin, Miss Fannic Sladden, Miss _Allic leyner, Miss Belle Heyner, Aiss Ester Brown, Miss Orr, Miss Crumbaugh, Miss M. E. Gilbert, Miss Ella Morrell, Miss Libbic Bowen, Miss Amelia Laue, Miss Jeanie Mocller, Miss Odlin, Miss Ora Turner, Miss Julia Richardson, Messrs. Charles Lasher, W. S. Lasher, C. A. Thayer, A. W. Howe, J. A Sioane, F. &, Pond, Charles IL._Smith, George Allcock, A. G. Gioodmaa, Fred Windocs, Pease B. Hartwell, and others. Mr. and Mrs. Jacob Schram gave 2 children’s party at their residence, No. 262 South Wood strect, Monday evening in honor of the 9th Dirthday of their daughter Berenice. About seventy children partook of their hospitality, and enjoyed themselves up to a iate hour. PRIVATE THEATRICALS. Unity Church Fraternity will give private theatricals Tuesday evening at the church for the benefit of the Larrabee-Street Industrial Scliool. The first plece is *Naval Eugage- ments,” with the following cast: Admiral Kingston Lient. Kingston.. Mr. Harvey .. Mr. Root Short. ‘Wilkinson Denni: Ar. Kirkland Mie. Ponti ley Wilkinson Miss Mortimer, Miss Minnic Treat The _concluding Dummy,” a pieze is he comedictta, by Maj. Kirkland, with the follow- ing cast: Mr. Kirkland Mr. Ladd . ert Ayer Dudley Wilkinson A SLEIGHING PARTT. Thursday evening a_gay_sleighing-partv left the residence of Mrs. Fee, No. 275 West Monroe strect, and visited the home of Misses Etta and Josic Gibbs at South Evanston, where music and dancing, interspersed by most sumptuous repast, occupied the time of the merry party until an early hour in the morning, when' they again soughi the sleizh and departed for howe. _Among thie party were Mr. and Mrs. L. A. Stole, Mr. and Mrs. W. 1L Holstein, Mr. and Mrs. C. . Osborne, Prof. and 3rs. N. S, Byrae: Miss Faunic_Hancock, Miss Mattie Stockwell, Miss Olive Hoodley, 'Miss Nichols, Miss Mobley; Messrs. F. W. Porter, J. L. Chase, H. H. Chase, F. Mason, W. Leeper, A. Neckerman, J. E. Davis, J. Skiff, L. C. Dallibs, J. 8. Stevens. SCHOLAR'S SURPRISE. Mrs. A. T. Hardick was happily surprised_on Friday cveningat her residence No. 776 West Monroe street, by a company of the )nrfier pupils of the Kinz School. Mrs. Hardick is Prin- cipal of the School,and cach winter her scholars do her the honor of mecting ber and partici- pating in a social evening’s cnjoyment free Among those who shared in the pleasures of the evening were the following: Mr. and Mre. C. E. Benson. Mr. and Mrs. J. E. Taylor, Mr. and Mrs. F. L Pearce, Mr. and Mrs. William Cochrane, Ar. and Mrs. C. W. Dunklee, Mr. and Mrs. G. A. Kelsey, Mr. and Mrs. Ed Startevant, the iss vans, Miss McElw Miss Sturtevant, Miss Whitman, Miss Mamie \Whitman, Miss Ashler, Miss Emma Lovejoy, Messrs. T. F. Vaughn, Worthinzton, Evaus, and E. Crae. FIRST REGIMENT RECEPTION. The second annual reception of the First Regiment I. S. G. will take place at the Graud Pacific lotel on Thursday eveninz, Feb 8. Great preparations are making for the affair, and it promises to eclipse in splendor the oc- casion of last season, which proved to beso popular, and attracted the largest assemblage of the winter. Tbe regiment has already carned a eplendid reputation for the character of its entertainments, and an cffort is makinz to have the reception this year the leading oue of the sinter, from a social standpoint and in point of elegance. The entire second floor of the hotel has been sccured for the purpose, and what portion is not given over to the promenaders and dancers will be used for the purposc of re- ception and as dressing rooms. The three Jarge aitors facing on Jackson street and the grand corridor will be used for dancing, and a supper will be served by the proprictors of the hotel in the muin dining-ball. The parlors and cor- ridors will be decorated in an claborate manner for the oceasion, and some tusteful designs for the purpose are now making. The music witl be furnished by Pound’s full orchestra of six- teen picces. ' 5 Tt is anticipated that the entertainment will attract an unusually large and select audience, and scrupulous care is being exercised in the issuing of invitations. The cards of invitation were being sent_out vesterday, and consist of 2 plain Piric card, with copper-plate inscription, Dbeing executed in great taste. The invitations have been limited, and no additional cards will De fssued by the: Committee after Monday of next week. The following zentlemen will act as a recep- tion committee, all of whom have Lindly con- sented to served, and will be present on that evening: Gen. A. C. Ducat Mr. L. Z. Leiter, Gen. A. C. McCiurg, Gen. J. K. Stockton. Mr. W F. Coolbaugh, Mr. O. S. A. Sprague, Mr. Georze ‘Armour, Mr. Louis Wall, AMr. Eraukiin Veazh, Gen. L N. Wuterman, en. St NieG. B. Kellogg, Gen. E. N. Morgan, Licut.-Col. Samuel B. Sherer. It is expectes that the Governor and several of the other State officers will also grace the occasion, the same as last winter. The fioor committee will be announced hcre- atter, and will be composed of members of the Feziment. In all its details the afluir, promiscs to-be manamed withi the greatest taste, and will undoubtedly be the grand climax of the social season, before the beginning of Lent. The pro- gramme and other details will be published Bext weck. A number of tickets have been placed in the hands of members 0} the regi- ment, at Jansen, McClurg &-Co.’s, W. B. Ki ¢ Cooke & Co.’s, and Culver, Puge, Loync Co.'s, for the accommodation of those desiring o attend, and can be secured by those holding invitations. TESPERIA LODGE PARTY. Hisperia Lodge will give their annual ball and banquet at the “parlors of the Tremont ouse Tucsday evening, Feb. 20. The tomlreul‘l:es arc as follows: Exceutive—Messrs. J. W. Col- lins, James Smith, C. B. Wilson, F. E. Eggles- ton. Floor—James §. Wheeler, Aug, Melsted, J. V. Heary, H. H. Pond, Georze Campbell, George_ Andrin. Reception—Messrs D. J. Avers, B. Frank Howard, JiI. ITealex, Charles R. Hewett, Luther Laflin Mills, J. W. Gostz, W. J. Plows. The musi¢ will be furnished by Poand’s full orcufistm, and the supper provided mont House. by e T?sx'm&'mr LITERARY SOCIETT. The * Centeuary Literary Soclety,” un orz:‘mi- zation composedt of the young people of (,’cu: tenary M. fi Church, held its_rezwlar ‘monthly mecting at the residence of Miss Fanaie Brazle- ton, No. 72 Throop streety Tuesday evening. A mesting var of more than usual interest to the members, belng the fitth numzcrssggcu( plrt: ion omfilwnsmlnv of = vocal solo byQMr‘ n $ne, oot reading Dy Miss Nellie' Smeetb, e by Mr. E. Shuabie, and the society paper by the Editress, Mrs. Coleman, entertained the sudience. FOR THIS ARE WE DOCTORS. Thursday evening, Jan- 13, Dr. E. Ht“eig Thomas entertained about Lwenq—nve\g bis friends at the n'_sigcuec o{‘ J:g:;clfi;:‘ezs,w{ex u?«: Division street. _monz those present were b it Jellie and Winnie Owens, Miss_Nellie e fiss 3 Tojeris the ks Ligte o 1Ty es, Miss Lizzie OwcDs, 2 8 ar, M e Rowlands, and Messrs. J. L Davis Robert Griffiths, D. D Cadwalader, 3 los!:swm- iams, Evan Jones, Hugh Evans, and Peter - RECEPTION- The Misacs :;{cwsmu m:!tccnflned s mumber of from school restraint. The parlors were filied and all scemed to enter into the spirit of the hour with a will. Refreshments were served at about 9 o'clock to which all did ample justice. They departed witn the wish #that the hostess might annually entertain them mauy years to come,” and the feeling was reciprocated. Among those prescut were Miss Loura Furney, Miss Lizzie Weston, Miss Bertha Farson, Miss Florence Mattiiews, Miss Lizzie Newnian, Miss Imogene Ford, Miss Nellie Drury, Miss Mag- gic Bishop, Miss Ella Gibbs, Miss Hattic Rolf, Miss Annfe Charters, 5fiss Nina Clancey, Miss Bessic Bryan, Miss Grace Klumb, Miss Etta 3 Carrie Norton, Miss Isa Day, Miss Frankie Hurd, Miss Allic_Bartlett, and Messrs. Furney, Warren, Norton, Hamm, Carrell, Hurd, 5}. and J. Fyfe, Speucer, Matthews, Clancey, an ones. NORTH CHICAGO LIGNT-GUARDS. The North Chicago Light-Guards held their third reception Friday evening at Lincoln Hall, 985 and 467 North Clark _street. The weather being alt that could be wished for, a large party was the result. There were several clegant toilets displayed by the ladies, and La Petre’s was excellent. Among those present wel Miss Nellie Crittenden, Miss May New- ell, Miss Millie Clybourn, Miss Eila Wolll, Miss Minuie Tyler, Miss Emmia Garrctson, Miss Lulu George, the Misses Shattocl, Dr. and Mrs. Mill- er, Mr. and Mrs. F. H. Hale, Miss Phe:he Rehm, ses Woltz, Licut. I I. Bowler, Lieut. Leo Ernst, Georze Woods, James C. Hutchins, Jr., 0. F. Driscoll, New York, Wilson A. Peck, Fred Barnard, Charles Ortmaver, Mr. Norcross, Monmouth, Charles Redner, Col. N. Petre, James Daugherty, Frof. Becker, Henry Mach, Henry E. Shattock, and others. A PLEASANT SURPRISE was tendered Mis bie Bentell, at her resi- dence, No. 1029 an avenue, Friday. cven- ing, by 2 namber of her friends, who succeeded by a social strategy in taking possession of the house during the abscnce of the young Jady st a neighboring friend’s. About 8 o'clock the surprisers began to arrive Joaded with _baskets of ~ good . things and accompnnicd by tausic. Withthe lights in the front parlor darkened, and every appearance of the usual quiet, Miss Beutell entered the par- Jors entirely unconscious what awaited her. The surprise was complete, the music striking up. one of Strauss’ waltzes in the meantime. An rivaling many morc preten- which was furnished by served sbout midnight. A few more dances were then indulged in, and the party retired. Among those present were Mr.and Mrs. Richard Bradley, Dr. and Mrs. Blackburn, Misses Nora _Liothzerber, Blanche Benjamin, Agnes Ryan, Ella Ryan, B. Y. Wilcoe, Nellie King, Miss Ilyland, Miss Woodburs, Misses Mamie Layden, L. Lewis, Etta Whelan, F. M. Estabrook, Messrs. J. Roberts, Farrington, Burke, G. Blair, A. Flour- ney, H. McKennon, Herman Lesser, Myers, Hamlin, M. Nugent, . ayden, Arthur Dunne, R. A. Whelan, and others. . ST. STEPHEN’S PARTY. The ladies of St. Stephen’s Church gave avery plcasant party on Frid: f‘c\'cning last, at the corner of glinton and Twellth rirects, andthere \ere prescut and participating in its enjoyment about fifty couplea. - The near approach ‘of the Lenten séason, perhaps, 2dded zest to the en- jovinent, and, if it was_protracted fo a some- hat later hour than usual, those present will easily absoive themsclves. ‘These parties arc noted for their informal character, and ail parts of the city were represented, and the couniry, t0o0. The ladies were looking their very prct- ticst, and the zentlemen, when tier beleld so many sparkling cycs and blushing cheeks, might well be forgiven il they were thankful that, the Saint who makes matches—St. Valentine—was soncar at hand. Itwas the merriest of evan- iugs, and sentiment seemed in keepiug with the tcone. The mrows of Cupid fiew fast and far, and her husband riveted many a chain for the motherof Love. The parties after Easter will be resumed. FRATERNITY SOCIABLES. . One of the partics of the series miven under the auspices of Unity Church which are becom- ing so popular under the title of * Fraternity B oba? took place Wednesday cvening st Martine's North Side Academy, as Was previous- 1y announced in THE SUNDAY TRIBUNE. There were some eighty couple present. and, as usual 2 raost delizhasul time was the expeience of all present The programme consisted of sixteen selections. Refresbments were served in the supper-room at 10:30. The musie, by Prof. Martine's Academy orchestra, was one of tac treats of the evening. The managers were Messrs. Frank B. Hosmer, William Le Baron, J. 1. Jotnsom, . Willlame, Heary T. Fry, and L. A. Carion. o SOCIELY NOTES. ‘Evanston will shorily be the scene of another ‘brilliant wedding. Compauy F of the Becond Regiment gives its first grand military hop at Ublich Hall Friday. The Assemblies will give 2 serles of three partics, commencing probably about Feb, L. uxcellent_supper, tious affairs, the ladies, was Two parties will be given before Lent and one after. - Thursday evening Mrs. P. B. Turnley, No. 352 North LaSalle street, entertained a select company of fricnds. - A grand military concert and ball willbe given by the Sccond Regiment: band at Twelfth Street Turner Hall Wednesday. Mrs. John B. Lyons, No. 262 Michizan avenue, will zive_ a rcception Monday afternoon and evening from 4 to 9 o’clock. Mr. and Mrs. William Pim celebrated the fourth amniversary of their wedding, at thefr residence, Thursday evening. Mrs. Morton entertained o number of her. friends Monday evening at her residence, No. 471 West Washington street. 5 Miss Jennic Miller, of No. 1467 Prairic avenue, entertained a few friends informally, but most pleasantly, last Tuesday evening. Thursday evening, Miss Jennie Titcomb gave a private ** Germau™ at the Palmer House, and a most delightful affair it proved, ‘The young men connected with the firm of Keith Bros. will ,fivc a brilliant party at the Palmer House, in about two weeks. The Scandinavisn Convention Masquerade will be given at Aurora Turner Hall to-morrow evening. The proceeds will be devoted to char- itable purposes. A charitable dramatic and_musical entertain- ment was given at the residence of Mrs. A, M. ‘Paine, 253 Indiana strect, Tuesday evening, for sweet charity’s sake. Friday evening, Master Charlic and Miss Cor- nelia McAvoy entertained a larme company of their young friends at the residence of their pa- rents, No. 145 Calumet avenuc. A party was given Pridey night at the hall r Clinton and Twelfth strcets, under the auspices of the ladies of St. Stephen’s Church. Nevans’ Band struck up at §:80 sharp. The annual ball and banquet of the St. George’s Benevolent Society will take place at the Sherman House Thursday cveninz. The proceeds will be donated to charitable purposes. On Jast Wednesday cvening, the 24th inst., Bournique’s Academy was the scenc of an inter- esting and social gathering, the occasion being one of the Professor’s semi-monthly receptions. As usual, a full attendance of about ninety couples were present. Tuesday cvening there will be a grand ama- teur “soirec magique” at Standard Hall, cor- ner Michiran avenue and Thirtcenth strect, the proceeds to be distributed through the Pastoral Aid Socicty of Trinity Church. The manage- ment is in competent bands, and the object de- serves encouragement. There was a very pleasaot surprise party at the ecidenee of Mr. Br d: Downoy, No-2i3 South Green street, tendered to him by a large circle of friends, under the directorship of Miss Annic Leonard. The festivitics of the evening consisted -of music, feasting, and dancing, par- ticipated in by all present with evident satisfac- tion and delight. An event of marked interest in literary ecir- cles will occur Saturday evening at Trinity M. E. Church. The entertainment is to inangurate 2 scries of social gatherings, to be given under the auspices of a proposed lyccum. ~ Dr. Tiffany will lecture on ** \Vashington Irving.” A fine musical programme is being arranged, of which turther particulars will be given. The ‘young people of St. John's Episcopal Church” held a sociable at the residence of Mr. Andrew Pearsou, No. 79 Park avenue, ou Tues- day evening. During the evening a Young Peo- ple’s Guild was organized, and _un election of officers resulted as follows: President, J. N. Holden; Vice-President, W. D. Gregory; Scere- tary, C. N. Bishop; Treasurer, Miss Mary Par- malec. Friday evening Miss Mamie Couch, daughter of Judge Couch, No. 61 Bryaut avenue, Cottage Grove, entertained a large company of ber young frier:ds in a manner which left nothing to be de- sired. 1t was par excellence tie social event of the scason in that part of the city, and what with music, dancing, feasting, and “other social pleasures, the young people had “noend” of cojoyment. A ¥ Dickens Party " will be given by the La- dies’ Aid Society of the Second Universalist Church, Tuesduy evening, Jan. 80, at Martine's West Side Ac:dcmg. Many of Dickens’ famil- 1ar characters will be introduced, also the trial Pickwick vs. Bardell. The entertainment will commence at 8 o'clock and be followed by dane- ing and supper._ The floor_committee ior the ovcasfon are: Messrs. C. R. Clurk, J. G. S. Best, and O. W. Nash. Mr. George R. Day was successfully surprised at his residence, No. 1641 Prairic avenue, Thurs- day evening, by a large party of young people. Fitzgerald’s parlor orchestra furnished the mu- sic, sad the cvening was spent merrily. Among those present were Mr. and Mrs. F. S, Day, Miss Bostwick, Miss Wilson, Miss Etmers, Miss Ruks, ‘Miss Chumasero, Miss Harrison, Miss Huntoon, Miss Winslow, Miss Williams, the Misses Church, the Misses Cushing, Messrs. MacDon- ald, Harmon, Taylor, Hagan, White, Chumase- ro,’ Parks, Lootiis, Abrams, Miller, Hurbert, Cushing, Winslorw, aud others. PERSONAL. Miss Gussie Foster is visiting friends at Joliet. Miss Annie M. K. Groff, of Toledo, O., is the guest of Miss Fannie Lyon. ‘Miss 1da A. Pomeroy, of Providence, R. L, is visiting triends in this city. Mr. and Mrs. James F. Greer left Wednes- day for Boston, and will be absent about two weeks. Mr. and Mrs. James W. Ny¢, who have been visiting Washington, D. C., for some time, have returned home. Mr. and Mrs. Ashiey Partridge, of Whitewa- ter, Wis., have been visitidy fricnds in this city during the weck. Miss Jennic Hammond, of Clinton, Wis., who has been visiting her [riends in this city, has de- parted for * the wilds of Wisconsin? again. Miss Georgie Bennett, of hiand Park, has been making a visit to Miss Fanuy G. Matthews, of 238 Ewing street, for the last few weeks, very much to the gratification of many friends. Theodore Pinc, the artist, who was stricken with paralysis in Colorado, passcd through the city on Wednesday in improved health. Ue was o his way to the East, where he will remain with his wife’s relatives until spring. The following persons from Chicago have visited Boston during the past week: A. T. Mer- riman, 1. P. Farnum, M. 11 Marston and wife, G. M. Wells, A. A. Putnam, M. Hanunabs, F. E. Hubbard, D. H. Hills, W. R. Rowell and wife, S. W. Andrews, ¥. C. Hammond, G. W. Weber, J. M. Oates, A. Reed, O. C. Fairbanks, 8. H. Graliam, A. Bradford, E- J. Powell. MATRIMONIAL. M'GOVERN—VAN ARSDALE. The marriage of Miss Kate C., youngest daughter of G. Van Arsdale, Esq., with Mr. John J. McGovern, of the telezraphic depart- ment of THE TRIBONE, was celebrated Thurs- day cvening at the residence of the bride’s pa- rents, No. 627 West Monroe etrect. The cere- mony was impressively and happily pronounced Dy the Rev. E. P. Goodwin, D. D., pastor of the First Congregational Church. The contracting parties were attended upon this 2uspicious occa- sion by Miss Adclle M. Kittredge and Miss Lizzie A. McKinnon as bridesmaids, and Mr. John P. Ledyard and Mr. Edward W. Butler. The house througbout was tastefully decorated with choice flowers and draped with smilax. A sunptuous wedding sup- per was spread in the dining-room and heartily cnjoyed by the company. The presents were very rich and beautiful, among which were: An clegant full set silver service of six pieces, from the bride’s brothers; silver caster, cut-glass bottles, Mrs. A. F. Rob- ertsou; silver cake-pasket, gold-lined, Mrs, E. A. Warne, of Philadelpbia; silver water-pitcher, goblet, and salver, R. Morris Van Arsdale; sil- ver spoon-holder, gold-lined, Mrs. C. H. Kobr, of Philadelphia; silver butter-dish and Lknife, Mr. and Mrs. W. 8. Kessler; silver zoblet, gold- lined, Horace G. Torbert, of Creston, Il ; silver and cat-gloss sugar-bowl, Sue R. Warne, of Philadelphia; silver and cut-glass pickle-caster, Dr. 1. Brown; silver butter-dish, Mr. and Mrs, L. W. Yagy; case silver naplsin-ringe, zold-lin- ©d, Mr. and 5. Jos. J. Peacacks; silver xold-lined spoon-holder, W. T. Cushinz; bronze and cut- plass inkstand, Messrs. Stuart, Small, and TFitz-Gerald: statuctte in glass case, Miss Lizzie A. McKinnon; glass vase wax flow- ers and cross, Miss Adelle M. Kittredge; Tennyson’s Pocms, illustrated, Mr. and Mrs. C. 2. Corwin; clegant Russia album, J. P. Led- yard: pair colozne bottles, C. W. Butler silver Ppickle caster, Mr. and Mrs. W, Heary Potter: in cushion and st toilet mats, Mrs. L. 8. Hills; Parian marble bust, Mr. and Mrs. H. H. New- hall; two panel pictures, Mr. and Mrs. W. A. Hutchinson; bracket, H. O. Rockwell; crayon icture, Miss Lizzie Granger; lloral ‘linzdom, Warren S. Kessler; boauct holder, Brother Charley; silver pickle easter, E. C. Felton; sil- ver pir_'dc caster, Mrs, Kingman and daughter; Lord’s Prayer in Indiaink, Asa F. Robertson; ofl palnting, Mrs. Stanpard.. The Iollov\;igg, :?::nz others, were present: Dr.E. P. Good- “with hat to mateh: A. Hutchinson, Mr. and JMrs. | Warren 8. Kessler, Mr. and Mrs. W. H. Potter, Mr. and Mrs, L. B. Hills, Dr. H. Brown, Mr. and Mr. William W. VanArsdale, Mr. and Mrs. B. W. Brainard, Mr. and Mrs. Asa F. Rob- ertson, Mr. and Mrs. James F. Small, Mr. E. C. Felton, Horace Greeley Torbert, Esq., of Cres- ton, 111, Mr. and Mrs. Georgze E. Woodwell, Mr. T. Z. Cowles, Mr. Frank Lyman, Mr.and Mrs. H. H. Newhall, Mrs. Kingman and daughter Belle, Mrs. Rathbun, Mr. William Hill,” Mrs. Jane Fitz, Mrs. Helen Stannard, Mr. and Mrs. T. V. Brophy, Miss Jennie McCullough, Mr. Will- iam Cushing, Miss Bella Brookes, Mr. and Mrs. C. 8. Corwi \[r. and Mrs. Benjamin Smith, the Rev. J. B. MeClure, Mr. and_ Mrs, Fisher, Miss Lizzic Granger, Mr. H.'O. Rockwell, Mr. T. H. Bush, Mr. J. H. Pedrick. The bride and groom repaired to thelr future residence, No. 633 West alliomau street, and will be ‘““at home to their iends, LEWIS—TREDENNICE. Wednesday evening, at 7 o’clock, in Trinity Episcopal Cliurch, the marriase: of Miss Mollie Tredennick with Mr. Samuel ' B. Lewis, of the firm of Ortmeyer, Lewis & Co., was celcbrated, the ceromony being performed by the Rev. Dr. Sullivan, asslsted by the Rev. Dr. Des Briscy. Tne bride and groom entered the church at- tended by Miss Tredennick, sister of the bride, and Mr. Edward Leywis, cousin of the groom, Messrs. William Veitch, C. E. Cottrell, and L. Washinaton umdufin{; as_ushers. The bride was att{red becomingly in black ros grain silk, ‘A very quict rezeption oc- curred at the residenc 1057 Michigan av- cnue, only the immediate relatives of the con- mcllng parties being present. ENGAGEMENT GOSSIP. The engagement of Miss Ester Jackson with Mr. S8am Jackson is formally announced. : ‘The marriage of Miss Minnie Dunlap, daugh- terof George L. Dunlap, Esq., with Mr. Ho kins will be celebrated Thursday evening, Feb. §, at 6 o’clock, in St. James’ Episcopal Church. A reception will follow the cercmony at the residence of the bride’s parents, cormer Dear~ born avenue and Oak strect. BARKER—TOWNSEND. Last Tuesday Miss Justine Van Renssclaer Townsend was married at Albany to Licut. Bar- ker, of the First Artillery, U. 8. A. The bridal gifts were numerous, handsome, and, strange to say, varied. There wereat least 200 presents in all, and yet not so much as a fish-knife_was duplicated! An elegant gold triple necklace, studded with pearls, was “the gift of rs. G. W. Childs, of Philadelphia, to- gether with an exquisitely bound edition of the works of the English poets. A rich necklace of four strings of tortoise-shell balls was much ad- mired, aud still another of turquoise and gold. A water carafe of Vevetian glass, with fizures in intaglio, and goblet to correspond, were pre- sented by one of the groomsmen. A brilliant background for one of the several tables loaded with presents was made by two immense round silver platters, adorned with repousse heads of Louis XTV. of France and his Queen, Maria Theresa of Austris. Dr. Eugene VanRensselaer, uncle of the bride, presented, among other gifts, a very sensible aud practicel complete traveling toilet set, in silver, comprising a great number of articles, all inclosed in an ebony case not more than fitteen inches square and elght inches high. Another of Miss Townsend’s uncles gave Tier a very handsomne set of table silver. DBeside an extremcly artistic silver tea-set of singularly good repousse work, there was a small Centen- nial Exhibition of single pieces of silver of all sorts and sizes,—bowls, pitchers, vases, salt: cpergnes, and the like. 3rs. Hoffman, wife of ex-tiov. Hoffman, sent some very beautiful Dresden porcelain, and a magnilicent ormolu clock with candelabra to match, was the gift of one of the many unclesof the bride. Therewere ivory-carved brushes, combs, hand-glasses, and” other utensils of the toilet; fine artists’ proof cngravings; fans of point lace with silver and golden sticks, and of black Spanish lace with tortoise-shell sticks; card-reccivers in Scvres china; bronze and cloisonne enamel and silver screens, made up the brilliant medley of sifts. Mueh admiration was excited by a par- ticularly finc set of English diamond-cut glass- ware, and by an artistic old Majolica vase, the gift of the pastor of St. Petor's Church, as well as by a cup and saucer of rare Oricntal (proba- bly Persian) porcelain, fuclosed in o rich, and fantastic case. The bridal gifts filled 2 large room on the seeond floor of Mrs. Townsena’s residence. B MUNSTER—LYNCil. ‘Wednesday _cvening Miss Blanche J. Lgn:h, daughter of Dr. lenry C. Lynch, one of the best known business men in St. Louis, and Mr. William F. Munster, of Brighton, England, member of Parliament, and a gentleman whose standing is very high among the best society in old England, were marricd at St. Vincent’s Ro- man Catholic Church ag St. Louis. DOUBLE WEDDING ANNIVERSARY. One of the most sociable events of the season was the anniversary of the donble wedding of Mr. end Mrs. Alex Chapman and Mr, and Mrs. Ed De Veney, at the residence of the former, 140 South Sangamonstreet, on the 20th inst. Among those present were Mr. and_Mra. Hollister, Mr. and Mrs. James De Veuey, Mr. and Mrs. 1L C. Fritch, Mr. and Mrs. Marcicr, Mrs. Dunn, the Misses_De Veneys, Misses;Boyce, Miss_McCol- louch, West, Vallignette, Messrs, Dr. Earl, O. Marry, Ed Adcock of Galesburg, J. C. Worrell ©of Geueseo, Mr.*Owen 'L, Lonark, George Ber- man, Ji. Kratz, J. De Vency, Jr., Thomas De Veney, Dr. J. 11. McDonatd, B. J. MeNulty, and many others. Some very fine instrumental and vocal music was_rendered by Miss Maegie De Venes, Dr. J. 11 McDonald, and B. J. McNulty, followed Ly other amuscments, all of whicl passed off very pleasantly. AMONG THE CLUBS. CLIFTON HOUSE CLUB. The fourth reception of the Clifion House Club occurred Tuesday evening last, and was a pronounced success, both socially and numer- ically, the attendance being larger than upen any previons party of the Club, there being ebout seventy-five couples present. The man- agement were somewhat fashionable in calling the dance, it being about half-past 9 o’crock Dbefore the Grand: March was played and the company filed into the beautiful dining-ball. Messrs. J. B. Breese, E. H. Studicy, C. S. Hungerford, and A. J. Moore officiated as floor- managers, and performed the duties of the position with becoming dignity. The custom inaugurnted by this Club of exctuding gentle- men without ladies from the ball-room until after the first dance, met with unfeigned ap- proval, and it is an example that other clubs might do well to follow. The programme of the evening, a unique and beautifol card, was replete with choice selections, and concluded about 12:30 o'clock. The guests separated thoroughly convinced that the management of the Clifton House Club is in good hands. Among those present were Mr. and Mrs. N, H. TWalworth, Mr. and Mss. Clark Gray, Mr. and Mrs. W. P. Johnson, Mr. aed Mrs. Leo Moses, Mr. and Mrs. E. H. Haines, Mr. and Mrs. L. Jfillard, Mr. and Mrs. Barton Scwell, JIr. and ‘Mrs. W. F. White, 3r. and Mrs. George F. Westover, Mr. and_Mrs. W. F. Chattield, Mr. and Mrs. F. E. Calwell, Mr. and Mrs. Ldwin Wynn, Mr. aod Mrs. Charles G. Breed, Mr. and Mrs. G. B. Munger, Mr. and Mrs. E. M. Muuger, Mr. and Mrs._George Gris- wold, Mr. and Mrs. C. . Post, Mr. and Mrs. C. W, Love, Mrs. Gen. L. W. Wallace, Mrs. Gen. George Boynton of New York, Mrs. John s. Miss Bella_H. Johnson, Miss Nellie Is- tt, wnan, Miss Jennic Hollister, Miss Alice Baker, Miss Tmogene Martine, Miss Nellie Becker, Miss May St. John, Miss Mattic L. Converse, Miss May Rapp, Miss Cook, s Dallen- bure, Miss' McKay, Miss Jennie Lehman, Miss' Mollie Bulkley, Miss Nellic Ives, Miss Kstie Corr, Miss Ida Smith, Miss Altie _Dickinson, ' Miss _ Florence Frizzell, Miss ‘Minuie Walker of Lamont, Miss Carric Munger, Miss Lillie Stott, Miss Clara Wood- man, Miss Ada Jobnson, Miss Ca thorne, Miss Olive Robiason, Miss Ida_ L. Smith, Miss'Rhoda Mogeic Ward, Miss Minnic Bush Jennie Maciler, Miss May Moore, 3 . Miss Eva Lelt of Xew York, Miss Mamic Johnaton, Miss Vessic Westover, Miss Carrie Winslow of Keokuk, Miss Mamie Aodrews, Miss Vinnic Jobustone: Messrs. Jolin C. Lyach, Georse D. Coughtoy, William J. Boller, A. Muose, J. F. Boller, . W. Lawle, M. J. Laa son, 1L Ballard, F._H. Roeschlamb, William J. Breunan, J. B. Dreese, Charles M. Ford, Fre 4, 11, H. Knowles, John W, Seribher, W, F. Wallace, 1. F. Boynton, Charles E, Fiuling, Gwynne Denms, L. 1. Clarke, F. G.. Whiting, 1T, N. Annable, E.T. Mason, T. F. I, 'S, Hungerford, R- L. Webster, H. G. Tlubbell, I V. Kent, doseph A. Sheppard, Will Neely, J. H. ‘Thompson, Emmeit C. Fisher, A. G. Thompson, M. D. Hawkins, Jr., WOODKUPF HOTEL CLUB. The most brilliunt social event of the week was the reception of the Woodrufl Hotel Club, Wednesday ' evening. The pext and last Y of the serics will occur Wednesday even- o, Feb, 7,and will be afull dress reccp- tion. Amonz those present ‘wei r. and Mys, J. W. Boardman, Mr. and Mrs. Edwant Spriog. Gen. and Mrs, I N. Eldredge, Mr and Mre. S. B. Sink, Mr. and Mrs, Fred Ray, Col. and Mrs. Tourtelotte, Judge Church, Jir. and Mrs. Day of Frankfort, Ky., Mr.cnd Mrs. Watson of Indianapols, Mr. and Mrs. Charles E. Coburn, Mr. and Mrs.. J. B. Stubbs, r. and Mrs. . R Lawrence, Mr. and Mrs. C. H. Bill- ingzs, Mrs. Cool; Miss Carrie Morris, Miss Car- rie man, Miss Hettic Hurd of Evanston, Miss Lottle by Miss Gllman of Boston, Miss Josie Fake, Miss Nellic Beecher, 3iss Hattie Chapman, Miss Jennic Danicls, Ms Mattie Aartin, Aiss Fannie Ten Eyck, Miss “ments of the scason, for ¥ May Thomas, Miss 3. T. Mahoney of New York, Miss Emma Bopth, Miss Jennic Chamberlain, Miss Lou Brown, the Misses Beebe, Miss Floreuce Mansfield, the Misses Church; Messrs. E. D. Kimball, Fred Haskell, H. C. Woodrow, C. E. Follausbe, Charles Por- ter, W. B. Brown, Ed Palmer, C. B. Hale, Will- in;n Knight, H: Ludineton, H. C. Fredericks, W. C. Ashwell, A.J. Nesmith, C. A, Paltzer, amon, George A. Gibbs, . Vernon Booth, znd ers. B NAMELESS CLUB. Friday evening, Jan. 19, this popular organ- ization gave a highly suecessful and delightfully i=formal party at Martine’s West-Side Academy. The Floor Committee, Messrs. Wyckof, Onk- ley, Millard, and Moore, were particularly happy in their attention to thecumpany, and it was mumsx% of regret that the last extra was concluded. One of the most _pleasing features - of the partics of the Nameless Club is their informality. The = daneing com- mences at a scasonably ecarly hour, thuns giving ample time for the completion of the programme before ‘wee sma’” hours arrive, and the matter of toilets is left entirely to the good taste of the ladies, who, so far, have shown a degree of good scnse quite com- mendable. The music provided by Pound’s or- chestra is only such as one mizht expect to hear {from fnstruments in the hands of skillful musi- clans. The next party will occur Friday even- ing. Among those present were: Mr. and Mrs. 'C. Crittenden,2Mr. and Mrs. J. L. Vanuxem, Mr. and Mrs. A. C. Wakeman, Mr. and Mrs. 0. G. Bryant, Mr. and Mrs. r. C. Taylor, Mr. and Mrs. Hacox, Mr and Mrs. C: k. Lichrenhein, Mr. and Mrs. J.S. Watson neejFrailey, Mr. and Mrs. A. Pear- son, Mr. and Mrs. F. B. Wyckoff, Mr. and Mrs. J. A. Mason, Mrs, E. A. Driver, Miss Belle Dan- olds; Miss Carrie L. Babcock, Miss Cora Pierce, Miss KittyDanforth, Miss Hattic_Osborn, Miss Hattie Wilbur, Miss Mary Brace, Miss Ida Tom- blin, Miss Ida Bovée, Miss Della St Jobn, Miss Sadie Melntyre, Miss Lou Spear, Miss Lou Hopkins, Miss Lina Yates, Miss Neliie Crittenden, Miss L. Schocmaker, Miss Addie Daot, Miss Hattie Leonard, Miss Etta Barrows, Miss Belle Thomp- som, Miss Allie C.Baker; Miss Nellie King, Miss Lonise Smith_of Oshkosh, Miss Cora Drake, Miss Kinsey, Miss Retta Biddle of Towa, Miss Jeanie Forx, Miss Florence Fox, Miss Oak- ley, Miss Barrows, Miss Ab\)c{ Miss Chandler, Miss E. J, Newland, Miss lda Smith, Miss Marian _ Root, Miss Nellie Hanscom, Miss May Anthony, Messrs. C. . G._ Moore, D. B. Moore, Stewart, A E. A Church, C. C. Landt, A. C. Bau- douine, J. L. Clark, E. F. Engert, G. W. Hig- us,‘Jr. D. Ransom, F. R. Spear, G. W. Oak- ey, M. R. Sweet, Charles Cowan, WWis., F. R. Millard, Thomas Chalmers, A. W. Anthous, E. G. Colburn, C. P. Leigh, C.D. Brown, W. W. Powell, Ed Hizgins, George Taylor, R. B. Run- dell, W. C. Mulvey, Frank Pardee, A. D. War- ren, C. D. Trowbridee, H. A. Smith, Jr., W. D. Newland, Harry Elsroad, A. F. Doremus, L. Arnold. FARRAGUT BOAT CLUB PARTY. The sccond sociable of the Farrazut Boat Club occurredFriday evening, 16, at the sub- urban residence of Silas F. Wright, ‘Esq., south- east corner of Ellis avenue and Brook street. The grounds were brilliantly lighted with Chi- nese lanters and the parlors tastefullydecorated with flowers and evergreens. The company con- sisted of about twenty couples, and a genuine good time was enjoved. Messrs. Iugram, Palmer, nd_Haskell oficiated as floor managers, sud Mr. Wright and his amiable wife were untiring in their efforts to render eversthing as pleasing as possible to their guests. " The programme embraced eleven numbers, with throc extras, and the music was provided by the Great West- ern Light Guard Band, under the leadership of Claudér, and Harms furnished the requisite re- freshments. Alter supper the company wero favored with several exquisite musical selec- tions by Mrs. Wright, Bara Con'lc{, and Miss Warren. The next club sociable will occur about the sccond week in February. Among those present were Mr. and Mrs. Silas F. Wrighit, Miss Sara Conley, Miss Payson, Miss Jennie Milk, of Kankakee, Miss Warren,” Miss Curtis, Miss Morton, Miss Mitchell, Miss Faulk- ner, Miss Nanuie Billings, Miss Jennie Cham- berlain, Miss_Mamie Ficld, Miss Belle Porter, 5 Miss Marie McLain, Miss Lizzie Billings, Miss, ‘Emma Philpot, Messre. T. R. Jenkins, E. 8. Ma- rill, C. S. Downs, P. D. Haywood, J. E. Jenkins, &. 0. Downs, W._B. Miteliell, W N. Perry, H. F. Ware, F.M. Staples, A. 8. Porter, F. O. Smith, R. J. Ingram, E. T. Palmer, F. T. Haskell, and others. SANS PAREIL CLUB. Monday evening Bournlque’s Academy was the scene of the second party of the Sans Pareil Club. The attendance was very much Jarger than upon the occasion of the opening party, and so many familiar faces rominded one more of last year’s sczson than the present one, for while the membership of most of our social organizatlons has changed to some extent and many who were regular attendants last are not going out at all, that of the Sans Parcil is_substantfally ‘the same, with possibly the addition of ten or more. The membership now numbers something like forty couples, already sufiiciently large for the higlicst cnjoyment, without daner o factions. The " management sensibly commence dancing promptly at 8 o'clock and conclude shortly after midnight, thus leaving no room for dissipation. The programme Monday evening included ten carefully-prepared numbers, concluding with & Jimited number of the ‘ German ™ ligures. Hand & Freiberg’s orchestrn provides excellent Tmusic, and Prot. Bournique lends his experience aund skill in the management of the floor. The series will consist of six parties, to occur every two weeks, and the next will be given 3onday evening, Feb. 5. L. D. S. C. CLUB, The regular meeting of the L. D. §. C. Club +was held at the residence of Dr. C. R. Blackall, No. 393 West Jackson street, Friday evening, Jan. 19. There was an unusually large attend- ance, and those present were entertained by & fine programme. Besides the regular members, the following guests werc present: Miss 8. O. Chandler, the Misses Herrick, Miss C. Reid, Miss A. E. Joslyn, Miss Tastin, Mr. George Mills and lady, Mr. Henry Gilbert, Mr. C. Dew, Mr. IL. W. Thomas, and 3r. J. Wisdom. THE QUEER CLUB. 4 This peculiar Club met Wednesday evening at the residence of D. H. Tolman, Esq., No. 1l Park avenue. The attendance numbercd some- thing like twenty couples, who tripped the light fantastic to the music discoursed by Fitzger- ald’s parlor orchestra. The dancing only ceased while an excellent supper was served. The next arty will be held at the residence of Alrs. W. 8. rosby, No. 27 Park avenuc, Wednesday evening, Feb. 7,nnd wilt be a “calico.” Among others present were: Mr. and Mrs. A. E. Clark, Mr.and Mrs. J. A. Plummer, Mr. and Mrs. C. E. Hill, Mr. and Mrs. C. IL Foster, Mr. and Mrs. 8. Crane, Mr. and Mre, C. A. Sturtevant, Mr. and Mrs. D. H. Tolman, Mr. and_Mrs. A. G. Butler, 3Mr. ond Mrs. W S. Crosby, Mr. and Mrs. N. R. Foster, Mr. and Mrs. Jerome Catlin, Mr. and Mrs. W. F. Plerronnet, Mr. and Mrs. Hiil, Miss Conviss, Miss Mamic_Sercombe, Miss Faonie Tuttle, Miss_Clara Tattlc, Miss Faunie Bull, Miss Lucy Bull; Messrs. C. R. Clark, Fre Campbell, E. R. Gordon, P. S. Slnkcy, AL Gordon. ' The Club_will_give a callco hop Wednesday evening, Feb. 7, at the residence of Mrs. W. 8. Crosby, 27 Park avenue. TUE KENEDICT CLUB. Another of the pleasant entertainments of the Benedict Club was siven at Masonic Hall, cor- ner Thirty-first street and Indiana avenue, Wednesday night. The organization is one of the most popular in the city, and its reccptions are beld in high esteem by the suciety of the South cnd of town. The music Wednesday evening was furnished by Wedinvood, and the Gicasion was oncof the most delightul of the season. SURPRISE CLUB. Tast Monday evenine the Surprise Clubmet at. the residence of :Mr. and Mrs. W. F. Peirou- Det, No.063 West Monroe strect, and was, likie 211 the parties of this club, a delightful success. The attendance, though not so large as upon the revious partics, was quite suflicient to render it pleasant to the participants. Hand & Trei- bevr provided excellent music, and the supper, served ab half-past 10 o'clock, proved u re- freshing feature of the entertaiument. This party was = ‘calico/’ and * par- took of all the chamcteristics peculiar to such informal gathcrings. The mext party of the club will oceur Wednesday evening, Jan. 31, at the _residence of Dr. ‘T W. Brophy, No. 53 West Monroestrect. Among others preseat Were: Mr. and Srs. W. F. Peironnct, Mr. and Mirs. Ellsworth, 3Mr. and Mrs. Fred Reed, Me. and Mrs. Albert Mason, Mr. and Mrs. Bowers, Nfiss Mazrie Owen, Miss Nellie Sherman, Miss Annic Walton, Miss Mattic Jounson, the Misses 5 is Clara Miller, Miss Peironnet, Miss SteKnight, Mr. A.G. Alford, Messrs. Bincs, Stump, Nesmith, Southworth, Kzaufman, and others. VESTA CLUB. The Vesta Club gave onc of their delightful partics Tuesday evening at the residence of Mr. and Mrs. Ad Hayoer, No. 707 West Adams street, and the twenty-ive couples present par- ticipated in one of the m pleasing entertain- h the amiable hos- tess, through her courtesy and hospitality, is Jarzely responsible. ‘The parlors were profusely decorated with flowers. THE FUN-SEEKERS. One of the pleasantest affairs of the week was the party given by this Club on Thursday even- in, at the residence of Mr. Charles Woodcock, No. 1174 Prairic avenue. Social games and dane- ing were the twin spirits of the occasion. Dur- ing the evening refreshments were served, con- sisting of deliclons fruita. Dancing contined Zntil 11 o’clock, the time for departure, when 21l bade farewell, to mect at the residence of year. Miss Nellie Williams, 1223 Michi, avenne, on ‘Thui evening, Feb. 1. fi:fiz‘ those pres- Miss Nellie Williams, Miss Allic Peale, Miss Libbie Iverson, Miss Nettie Abbott, Miss Jennic Riggle, Miss Ida Cone, Miss Sadie Peale; Messrs. Charles Woodeock, W. H. Walker, Charles Smith, A. ¥, Hall, T. W. John- son, A. H. Prdham, George Noble. _ LA FAVORITE ASSEMBLY. Last nigiit the La Favorite Asscmbly gave the sixth party of the series at Martine’s West Side Academy, The last party, to oceur Friday evening, Feb. 0, promises’ to be s grandand | brilliant social event, and may be anticipated with no little pleasurc by those who may be 50 fortunate as to be among the ** expected.” BLUE DANUBE CLUS. 2 oS ‘The Blue Danube Club gave its first of a serics of pleasant parties at No. 786 West. Lake street, Wednesdoy night. Asa club, the orzanization is a suceess, and its first_entertainment is pro- phetic of pleasant cvenings to come before the social scason breaks up. Among those who at- tended were Mr. and Mrs. Charles Baldsin, J. S. Kemp, Arnold, Willlam Stanles, J. R. Lewis, Gordoneer, Slayton, {Davls, Sweitzer, Bailey, Chaplain, Frank Blatherwi lallmang Fm\refi. the Misees Curtis, Esterbrook, Thayer, Jeflr English, Newberry, Maxwell, Taylor, Trem: Camp, Clarke, Rogers, Baldiin, Hartwell, May Rogers, Gray, DeLuce, and Rounds; and Messrs. C. Blatherwick, Taylor, White, Wik~ ins, Dr. Damon, Scott, faven, Will Scott, Will- jomson, Nevens, Porter, Keeler, Jay, Thayer, Lelloyne, and others. The next party will be given_at the same place, Wednesdsy evening ‘eb. T, The Idle Hour Pleasure and Debating Club gave the fourth party of its geries at the resi- dence of Mr. Georze” Darche ‘Tucsday evening. Mausic was furnished by Chapelle’s orchestri Among those present were 3Mr. and Mrs. G. Darclie, Miss Emily Deutsch, Misses R. and - Julia Morzan, the Misses Kittie ‘and Mary Bak- Icy. Miss Lottie Clark, Miss Mary E. Wisner, Miss Christina Dawson, Miss Katie Myers, the Aisses Nellie and. Kittle Giftaey, M. J. & My- ers, Mr. D..A. N. Robertson, Mr. T. A, Morgan, Mr. H. O'Brien, Mr. J. Barrow, Mr. F. Hubbell, Mr. G- Darche, Mr, J. Crowley, Mr. T. Turph Mr. Harry Bailey, Mr. J. Haizht, and others. THE ROAMERS. The third of a serics of club parties given by the Roamers took place at the residence of Mr. B. F. Weaver, No. 166 Vincenncs avenue, Wednesday evening. ‘The cvening was agreca: , bly spent in music and dancing, and was greatly . enjoyed by the members of the Club and their invited guests. - The refreshments furnished by the hostess, Mrs. Weaver, were excellent, ‘and the hour spent over them was one of the enjoyable fea- tures of the entertainment. 'Among those present were Mr. and Mrs. B, F. Horton, Mr. ~ and Mrs, W. S. Mead, Mme. Spaulding, Ctipb. i A.J. Spaulding and lady, Mr. and Mrs. Fred Tit- comb, Mr. and Mrs. Rambo, Mr. and Mrs. James Chance, Mr. and Mrs. James Leddy, Mr. and Mrs. Charles Caswell, Mr. and Mrs. George Wi Shaw, Mr. and Mrs. £ T. Shedd, Miss Mamis Stitt, Messrs. Parker, Ranney, J. W. Spalding, Fobes, Manning, and Rogers. ‘The fourth of the series of parties will be giv- en at the residence of Charles Caswell, Esq. . MINERVA REUNION. A quiet number of friends and old members of the Minerva Club called by surprise on their - fricnd and former President, Mr. John Creswell, at his home on Forty-second street, near Lang- ley avenue, Wednesday evening. To make everything complete, the pleasure-scekers met at No. 244 North LaSalle street, and proceeded, " in two large sleighs awaiting them, to the home of Mr. and Mrs. Creswell, ter an hour-and-a- half ride they arrived at their deatination, where . they were kindly received by Mr. and Mrs. Creswell. After a little warming, a string band of four pleces struck up a lively waltz, and the large crowd began to ce. ~Among the num- ber present were Mr. and Mrs. W. A. Boatmai Mr. and Mrs. Fink, Mr. and Mrs. Goodwlili Alr. and Mrs. Charles Horn, Mr. and Mrs. Harry Edwards, Mr. and Mrs. Elliott, Mr.” Joseph Creswell, Miss Maggio E. Crawford,, Miss Tot Melyin, Miss Mary Ford, Miss Agnes Magee, Miss Laure Shultz, the Misses Hemseed, Messrz. Phillips, Elder, Shiek, Green, Dotwnit Powell, Cox, Solon, Toby, Fisher, Brown, an many others. CLUD NOTES. The Occidental Club gave a party at Campbell ‘Hall Fridaypight. The fifth soirce of the Genial Club was held at Greenebaum Hall Thursday night. ' Thg Maple Leaf Pleasure Ciub of the South. %idu gfll give its fifth party Thursday evening, The Queer Club met at the residence of Mrs. Tolman, 114 Park avenue, last Wednesday evening. The Our Club will give a brilliant compll- mentary party next Thursday evening at Mar- tine’s West-Side Academy. The Seven o'Clocks, of Kenwood, werc enter- tained last Mounday cvening by M. Warren Bogue. Music by Fitzgerald. The next party of the South End Clab will be given at the club-hall, 759 Cottage Grove ave- nue; next Wednesday evenine.. . ¥ : The members of the Waverly Club received their friends at the residence of Dr. 8. J. Avery, No. 333 Walalit street, Friday evening, The next sociable of the Farragut swill occur Thursday evening, Feb. 15, residence of H. D. Booth, E<q., No. 830 Wabash. avenuc. The mext regular party of the Vesta Club will occur Tuesday evening, Feb. 6, at the resi- denee of Mr. and Mrs. Charles Hutchinson, No. 168 Warren avenue. The Assembly of St. Paul's Universalist Sosiety will give a party 'I‘nzsd.? evening, Feb. 6, at the residence of G..B. Marsh, Esq., No. 906 Indiana avenue. The members of the Fai t Boat Club in- terested in the recent dramatic entertainment are getting up o sleigh ride, to take place next Monday evening, it the snow does not fall be- fore that time. 2 The Ivanhoe Club met Thursday evening at the residence of the Messrs. Gilbert, No. 400 West Jackson street. An extra party will be given by the club Wednesday evening, Feb. 7, at the residence of Mr. French, No. 652 West Monroe street. ¢ The closing party of the Pall Mall Club wilt oceur mext Thursday eveoing at the Mattesor and promises to be an elegunt affair. A limice number of complimentary invitations have been issued, aud, although the party will not be & large one, a pleasant time may be anticipated. SUBURBAN. HYDE PARK. The annnalreceptionof the KenwoodSeminary was held Wednesday evening at the Seminary building.3The Principal, Mrs. Kennlcott, and her husband, greeted 100 ruests in their pleasant parlors. The school has ninety scholars, and most all of them were present with their parenta and fricnds. The amusements consisted of read ings, music, and lots of fun, as was announced. The readings were given by Prof. Cumnock, who read * W{‘ddy Malone,” “A Maw’s 3 Man for o That," and various other selec- tions from ' Irish and English sathors. Miss Lizzie Cormell gave the poem of * Charlie McCree; or, Come Over the River to Mc,” in a charming and brilliant style. Dano- ing and weneral conyersation followed. © Among those present were Mr. and Mrs. Larminfe, Mr. and Mrs. Endicott, Mr. and Mrs. “Alex McDon- ald, Mrs. Paul Cernell, Mrs. Scott, Mrs. Col- ‘well, Miss Maud Kennicott, Miss Josie Barker, iss Fida Lewis, Miss Mary Barker, Miss Ada Kennicott, Miss Irene Waldron, Mies Ada Mur- ray, Miss Ada_Waldron, Miss Lottie Clarke of Ottawa, Miss Huttie Higby of Belleview, Miss Blood, Miss Lizzie Cornell, Misses Lane, Miss Mable Kennicott, Miss Joile McDonald, Mis Addic Sherman_of Des Molaes, Miss Gertie Williams of Utiea, " Miss Hutch, Miss lda Strong of Ottawa, Miss Bolt, Miss Sargent, Miss Norwood; Miss Buckley, Miss Carric Eils worth of Escanaba, Mich., Messrs. Cummings, Woods, Higley, Kussell, Molineaux, dewett, Rush, Augcstien, Taylor, Calhoun, Benedict, and many others. ‘The Kenwood Club meet Thursday evening. ®uc Forrestyille Clab gave the last party of thelr first series Tuesday evening in theis” hall on Forty-filth strect, corner of Vincennes ave- nue. ‘The invitations werc issued for a phantom party, and mostof the dancers appeared arrayed in shcets, pillow-cases, towels, and all kiods of white goods. They prescuted a chilling scene o those who were not in mask., Among those present were Mr. and Mrs. White, Mr. and JMra. Kimball, Mr. and Mrs. Tower, Mr. and Mrs. W. D. Clark,, Mr. aod Mrs. I S. Clark, Prof. and ez, Von Meerholf, ire. Carter, the Misa- es Ella Walwork, Anna Walwork, Clark, Ella Stevens, Kate Stevens, Etta Carter, Nellio ‘Wren, Tillie Smith, Carric Rounds, }bflg Mans- field, Morzan, the Messrs. Leroy, Beardsley, W. B. McCardy, H.d. Brush, V. Barker, d. W. Simpson, 3adden, Murray, Mecher, F. Carter, J. E. Brennag, J. - Spooucr, C. L. Lott, E. Brash, J. Nasb, T. Morgan, L. K. Beosley, and otlers. A business mectinz of the Club was held _Thursday evening, when it was decided that tho next party would take place onc week from Tuesday. ‘Thursday evening the very alr resounded with the lively jingle of sleigh-bells, and cvery one who was not othgrwise e, was out, eithet with a party or in a single cutter. The destina- tion of a large portion of these pleasure-seekers seemed to be the Hyde Park Hotel, and Messrs. Plerce & Bebjamin, who are ever ready to *“do ™ the sgreeabic and