Chicago Daily Tribune Newspaper, November 20, 1881, Page 18

= ~Gtesis proceed to. the dimine-room singi: 1a THE CHICAGO TRIBUNE: SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 88I—TWENTY-TWO PAGES. SOCIETY. An Entertaining and Instructive Chapter on the Subject of Luncheons. What Modern Etiquet Requires of Hostess and Guest—The. Talk- ing Bores. Don't Urge.Your Guests, but Let Them Eat What They Want—Flowers and Their Uses. The Weddings of the Week—Those Who Are Contemplating Mat- rimony. The Usual Melange of Receptions, Club Parties, and All That. Gossip for the Ladies—The Latest Frivol” ities of Fashion—Personal Notes. LUNCHEONS. Written for The Sunday Tribune. Now that the senson has fairly sct in for the general round of entertainments and hospitali- ties, we will give a cbapttr on the unceremo- njous and inconsequential tittle meal—lunch- eon. Smalliuncheons are given on many occa sions,and are both delightful and enjoyabio, particillarly if tne hostess and company present ure ready conversationalists. So much rests with the hostess, on these occasions that, unless naturally clever, witty, and sparkling to a cer- tnin degree. she should endeavor to acquire that grace of manner so charming in a. lady receiv- Ing and entertaining. Just what to say and how to say it on these occasions isan art in itself, and happy is the Indy who has become proticient. Jt is her privilege to put all present at their case without the least appearance of desin. ‘There is no formal circle to petrify the stranger. on bis entrance, no bar to. barmiess mirth and gayety; the opera, the fashions, the theatre, the concert are discussed with wit and intelli- gence, and even good sense muy be introduced &t pleasure. ‘Then dors the hostess purticulurly sbine. With her it rests whether the entertuin- ment be dull or bright and animated; with a it~ tle acuteness of discernment and a deszree of taste and refinement she can lead her guests into an easy and towing channel of lirht, happy, vontersstion. ** The tone of good conversation,’ suys Rousseau, “is flowing and natural: it is neither heavy nor triv olous: ft is lively Well-bred persons are neither Dolsterous nor loud in speech or manner. Neither ao they affect great weakness, and speak in so Jow a tone as to be almost inaudible, requiring the guests to drop their knifes and torks and place their bands to their ears. like Nidia in the storm, if they hope to catch a singte ‘ord. Happily for us of the present time both affectation and coarscuessare rarely seen among euitured people: both are positively vulsar. We read of the “dietressing. coarseness” and “-es- sential vulgarity" which marked the fasbion- able class down to the exrly part of tho ninc~ teenth century, and we find that such behavior was quite the mode, much to the misery and disgust of all sensible people. ‘That the votce can be. cultivated in speaking ug well as in singing. should be rememvercd. and we bope to see the day when this reform will be universal, and the speaking voice as ussiduous- ly cultivated as the singing Voice. What tore shocking to our nerves than sharp, loud, ringing tones? What more beautiful and sovthing tha a soft, low, genue. melodious voice? — soth without noise.” Queen ‘Anne'and Queen Mars were distinguished for their clear and distinct pronuacin won. their sweetness of intonation und srace of enuncia- tion. Under the .carefui training of Mrs. Bet- an actress. ther acyuired these ments. Do not titter during your conversation, and call _ that sort. of embellishment ‘laughing. Noth- ing is more refreshing and pleasant to the ear nan a musical laueh. We once heard of a young lady who rau_the scale of C major every time She Inughed. This is 2 musical Jaugh in- ‘deed, but ‘ore which we would burdly recom- mend. Goldsmith aseerts thet a loud laugh be- speaks a vacant mind. But in his day we are told that merriment wes carried to positive rudeness, even among the nobility. The sweet- est, clearest voice must use choice and correct ianguage. or what-availeth its sweetness? Vul- ganty is Surely indicated by coarseness of lan- guage. Refined and pure words und ideas como spontaneously from the heart. Give preference 10 the simple home words of our Ianguage, with correct snd accurate grammatical distinetness. Avold stateliness at a luncheon party: though the company should searcely descend to hilar- fty, 20 restraint or a shadow of formality should appear. We are now speaking of small luncheons. Large luncheons are properly banquets. They take that character by invitations being offi- cially issued. For banguets or receptions a much more elaborate program is arranged. ‘These entertainments are given usually on oc- easions such a8 these: lawn-tennis parties, or some sem-oflicial occasion. The luncheon proper does not take the character of a banquet. For these emall gatherings invitations are either given verbally or written on cards. as circumstances will allow. A few days’ notice only is required, and a week's notice the lonzest me ustaity given. .Many hostesses give their friends carte blanche invitations to lunchecn, but, asa rule, ladies do not avail themselves of this privilege, or fagoa de parler, but await a more direct and special invitation. Gentlemen, on the contrary, do avail themselves very often of these proffered hospitalities, and are gener- ally welcomed with genuine pleasure by the ladies. When a gentleman “drops in” ia this unexpected manner ali ceremony is waived, and heis expected to offer attention and take any luce at the table. Where. on the other band, 8 jady comes in unexpectedly, she requires—ac- cording to etiquet—that speciat attention be shown her{n the matter of place at table and other little attentions which cannot politely be disregarded. r The hostess, when giving invitations for a Juncheon party, would endeavor to equalize her number. Where as many gentiemen us ladies are present the meal passes off a3 smootnly again as where the ladies are in the majorit Besides, it relieves the hostess in a great meas: ure, as gentlemen always assist the Indy of tho house in giving attention to her lady gucsts. The usual bour for luncheon is 2 o'clock, and quests are expected to arrive within ten min- Utes of the time set. Although punctuality {s not imperative, it is in better taste, and shows respect to the wishes of the hostess. On being admitted the guest will say to the servant, * Mrs. G. expects me.” The servant would, as at morn- ing culls, precede the visitor to the drawing- room. The visitor will then be announced as at morning culls, and be received by the hostess, If the guests Were not acquainted, the hostess would introduce them, making several intro- ductions at once, instead of separately, this be- ing the informa! mode of. making unimportant introductions. Should guests be invited to mect a friend, special care should. be ken to see that each one present bus an introduction tothe stranger. Ludics do not remove their bonnets or wraps at luncheon, unless the wrap be very warm, when it would be removed in the dining- room, before sitting down to tuble, the lady at tho same time removing ber gloves. All guests are shown to the drawing-room before luncheon, ‘but, should a guest be unfortunate enough to arrive late, he will be shown into the dining- room atonce. Gentlemen will carry their bats withthem in the drawing-room, if the party be small one; but if_a larze one, they will leave them in the hail. From ten to fifteen minutes is the time usually allowed between tho arrival of guests and the serving of incheon, which “must be served — punctually at the -hour named. The servant an- nounces luncheon ‘by’ saying, ~ Luncheon is served.” if a man servant; or “ Luncheon is on the tble, ma’am," if a maid servant, the former being too pretentious where a butler is not kept. Drs hostess will usk, on the announce- ment bs-the servant, “Shall we co to luncheon?” side by side. no ceremony being observed, ex- cept in the case of a distinguished guest, whe: the bost—it he were present—would tak distinguished euest down if a lady, butif agen- tleman, the hostess would lead tle way to the dining-room by the side of her distwzuished visitor. Each gentieman would take a place by the side of a lady or between two nt table. late arrival would make his way to the hostess, make some polite excuse for being late, then wletly drup into the seat prepared for bim, and join in the general conversation. Yolunility is specially to be avoided. There are many sensible, clever,. worthy people who are very guod conversationalists, and seem to be perfectty willing to du all the talking. ‘This is annoying, and breaks up the geaceful and easy Bow of gencral conversation. Jostead of deing an acquisition. 2 man or woman who can de such an eculist will be x damper on the com pany. Even if it bé un undoubted fuct that you are a better talker than most present. or should you enjoy so much hearing your own voice and your own witty remarks, remember that etiquet demands this gacritice. It bas been said that he is most agreeable who thinks out of society as ‘well as init. Those who meet for mutual enter- tainment must throw off all feelings of superior Power in every respect—in rank, birth, station, or aitainments—and must win their laurels bY Deing agreeable, Be careful that you do not in- troduce any subject that will be likely to offend or wound. | A writer on this subject says: You will not rail. against babies to married women, vier saeer at modern literature to a man with n. beard, for, if he is not a Crimean officer. he is sure to be’an author." ‘Treat every one with deticacy and consideration. An amusing story. is told of Mme. de Stati, who is said to have been an inveterate talker.’ She was one evening introduced ton gentleman by a friend at her own home, who, ber friend informed her, was very talented and sumething of anauthor, After cessantly for two hours his lenve, in company dd ubdsented bimsell in- . and did not ty afterwards having been talked the stranyer rose to with the friend, who mediately atter. the introduction, return until ready to depart. Shor! the jueod called upon Mme. de Stadl and asked: ane How did you like my friena? |, You found him very intellectual, did you not?” WVery, very, returned that (ady, with eathu- siasm; “the most entertaining, and charming tmaan Ihave met ina tong time. ‘The man was deaf and dumb, but the lady bad enjoyed her own discourse so ‘well that she had not noticed that ber visitor had not spoken one word. ‘This love of talicing is an unpardonable fault, and will not advance your popularity in society. Let xood sense and good feeling ritide you aright in this particular. a8 in all things, ‘Luncheon usunily lasts from three-quarters to an hour, during which time the hostess would see that each guest wus delicately helped to vhatever each one preferred. She would not importune any one to accept of any dish which they nad once refused. The antiquated polite ness which urges the hostess to persecute her quests to eat or drink whac ther did not eboose, Or more than {3 agreeable, is now obsolete, and has no place in the modern code of etiauet, ‘True politeness consists [n allowing each rucst to partake of what is most agreeuble. to him or herself. When we do meet one of the venerable followers of the old code—n few: exist to this duy—we actually suffer under the pressing sys- tem of overluading. How are we to escape? It ig impossible, unless we have the cool effrontery of the penguin, Who could refuse the luscious dishes forced nus with the most amiable and kindly motive? Who could rebuke whut 0 evidently — springs from yeere hospitality? No, wo must sit und stuff, sera ike risk of our lives, Therois a tradi= tion in the old country of a gentleman who was pressed to such adexree by a distinguished naval ofticer that he fell off his chatr in a fit from over- eating. We are happy to say that things were not-gencraliy curried to such extravagance as that. Giving abundantly, and urging its ac- veptunce 10 a degree of ingistaney, is vers” vul- gar, and marks the breeding of the person. No such persecunon is permitted in tne refined so- ciety of the preseut day. Luncheon is served a In Russe or not, both Fruits, jellies, beim equally soo taste. wa: and sweets of all kinds would be phiced on. the lable. Wine may be served at lineheon, or not. We have noticed, at some of our best houses, an absence of wine on these occasions, and see in this the ndvantageous working of une of the most sensible and popular reforms of the pres- entday. Wine, at large receptions, shoud be served for those that desire it—never taking but the one kind—but at smnall gatherings the ab- sence of wine isa marked improvement. Fin- wer-lasses tre seldom nsed at Iuncheon. Soup should be served in small bowls, placed in fine china soup-plates, and be eaten from the bowl. At sume luncheons the servants leave the dining-rooin as. soun | as the guests are helped to tne joint fowl and vegetables. In this case the hostess would help the puests, assisted by the xentlemen, to entriés and swects; but where the servants re- main in the room everything is hanged by them. It is equally fashionable to uetain the servants or distuiss them, the latter being considered the most unceremonious. ‘The host has many privileges ata Iuacheon party. Henecd not, unless he feel disposed, £0 into Inneheun, even if be be in the ho Jess the party were given asa complim 0 stranrer, when he would of course wake a point of being present. It rests with his inclination whether be returns or not with his zuests to the drawing-room, although. it would be more courteous tado so. On their return to the draw- inz-room, they Indies wilt draw on their gloves quietly abd unobtrusively. Etiquet does vot allow the ghests to tarry longer than twenty or thirty minutes after their return to the draw~ jng-Foom. The hostess will snake bands with her guests on their departure. The servant would notify the ladies having carriages of their arrival. Tae company disperse, after a pleasant hour or so, passed without ceremony, wherein they have often been permitted to enjoy the company of persons of note and eminence, of witand wisdom, politicians and statesmen: “Chiefs out of war. and statesmen out of place.” vers should always adorn the lunch-table. They should be of choice Kinds; feros und moss add’ greatly to the arrangement and cifect. Spraysef ferns. mingled with fruit, give a re- ing and charming uppexrance. Flowers r fail to add pleasure. ‘They scem_to have ii ining Joy, in their varied tints and delicate odors. They are as. necessary to the table us china and silver, and should never be omitted. They come into social life giudness, and present to the eye # beauty and complication which 1s truly enebanting. Exch dlower bas a beauty peculiar to itself which will readily blend with some other of its kind with exquisit effect. SAVILLE. MATRIMONIAL EVEN Monday tast, in Brooklyn, at the residence of the bride’s father, Mr. Daniel C. Robbins, Mr. James O. Cleaveland, of the firm of Cleaveland, Shelley & Co., wholesale dry gouds, of this city, was married to Mis3 Louise Robbins by the Rev. Dr. Henry C. Bellows, pastor of All Souls’ Unitarian Church, New York City. The ushers were Messrs. Charles B. Macdonald and Watts Carver, of Chicago, Henry: Sivane, of New York, and the bride’s brother. The bridal tollet was made of white corded silk, trimmed with old point lace, ‘made with train and low corsage. The veil was of old Venctian point lace. There were no bridesmaids. A large number of prominent society people of New York and Brooklyn were present. Many pres- ents were displayed. Mr,and Mrs. Cieaveland are now residing at the Grand Pacific Hotel. The marriage of Frank L. Fullen, ot Chicago, to Miss Emma Samee, daughter of Charles Samse, Esq., which occurred Wednesday, Nov. 16, at2 p. at the residence of the bride's parents at Oswego, Ill, was one of tho most brilliant events of the season. The ceremony was performed by the Kev. Mr. Jackson, of Aurora, and was attended by a large circle of friends of the participants. The bride was richly dressed, as were also ber attendants. The marriage was performed under a large horse- shoe of natural flowers, presented by the friends, interwoven with the strains of beautiful music and the fragrance of lovely flowers. The newly-married couple left on the 5 o'clock train tor Chicagu, where they are now at home to their friends at No. 5{ North Asbland avenue. nts were numerous and costly. sduy afternoon, at 4 o'clock, at No. 519 Second street, Louisvilie, Ky.. Mr. Eraest W. Heath, of this city, was married to Miss Flor- ence Hamilton, daugbterof the late Willinm B. Hamilton. The ceremony was performed by the Rey. J. W. Pratt, and was very impressive. “The Chicago people present were ex-Mayor and Mrs. Monroe Heath, Etliott and Mrs. Durand, Mis3 Myrtle Heath, Charles W. and Mrs. Parker, Mr. Jobn Hi. Wood, Mr. George Milligan, Mr. Arthur Heath. Mr. and Mrs. Ernest W. Heath are ex- pected in Chicago by Wednesday, and will reside tor the winter at No. 2 enue. ‘A very pleasant wedding occurred Thursday evening, Nov. Ii, at the residence of | tho bride's pazents. Mr. and Mrs. J. W. Parker, No. 92 Wal- nut street, the parties being Miss Clara A. Par- ker and Mr. Jobn F. Alexander. The Rev. Dr. ‘Thomas performed the marriase ceremony. Athulf-past 7o’elock Thurday evening, Nov 7, 188, an Joliet, Mr. Frauk Orton, Ticket Agent ut Lincoln. was united in’ marriage to Miss Carrie M., daughter of Chaplain Willixm J. Rutledze, of the State's Prison. Miss Itut- ledge gruduated some years ago with the daugh- ters of Judge Brown and Mayor Mathers from the Methodist Femate College at Jacksonville, and since then bas been a successful teacher in the public institutions at Jacksonville and Lin- coln, The delightful ceremony was conducted by the bride’s father In his best and most grace- ful munuer. Guests were present trom Indian- apolis, Springtiefd, Jacksonville, and Lincoln, and tho newly-married purty received many valuavle anu handsome presents, and will make their future home ut Lincoln, 1. In Kenwood, Thursday evening, ut 8 o'clock, ‘Miss Florence E. Kilbourne was united in watri- mony to Mr. Theodore F. Sherwood. The: wi ding, which was very quiet and was witnessed only by the immediate relatives, was celebrated at the residence of the bride's uncle, Mr. C. R. Crosman. Mr..and Mrs. Sherwood willbe at home at No. 1 Langley avenue. 3 Arthur J. Mitebell, Manager of the American Miller, and Miss Elia S. Thompson, were married at the residence of the bride's parents, In Ortu- wa, Il, Wednesday, Nov. 16, 1851, and took their departure for Chicago, where they will reside. No cards. PROSPECTIVE BLISS. 3iiss Laura A. Hornsby, of this city, and Mr. J. ©. Goodrich, of New York, will be united in mar- rlige Thursday afternoon at 5 o'clock at No. 417 Fulton street. riage of Miss Lillie Winston and Sr. Grover will ur Wednesday evening, Nov. 30, St. James’ Episcopal Church. The marriay: 3 rank M. Hovey, of this ‘ellie M. Martin, of Hannibal, Mo., : p at the residence of her sister, Mrs. B. F. Baker, No. 533 West Adams street, next Thursday evening at § o'clock. “The engagement of Miss Jennie Rubel and Newton Morganroth fs announced. SOCIAL HAPPENINGS. The first of «series of receptions to be given by Post 28,G.A. I, during tho winter season, was held ‘Thursday evening last nt tho Second Hegiment Armory, and, despite the inclement weather, was very largely attended. Following the opening overture by Pound's orchestra was an address by the Rev. Dr. H. W. Thomas, deliv-- ered in that earnest, cheerful, and entertaining style peculiar tothe Doctor. He paid a glowing tribute to the noble work of the G. A. -R. and the men who compose the organization, and dur- ing bis remarks facetiously alluded to. a recent batde In which he was worsted. He was fre- quently applauded... The event of the evening waz the presentation of a hundsome stand ot colors from the friends of the post, the presenta- tion adaress being very gracefully made by Miss Ada McCormick. ‘The response on the part of the post by the commander, Gen. R. M. Smith, was aj:masterpiece of oratory. Dignified, scholarly, eloquent, the sentiments uttered struck airesponsive cord in the hearts of the veterans present, and-not a few eyes were ‘ticiputions witi ve fully real dimmed at the fecling allusions to Jaimes Garfield, whose name graces tho Nationat col- ors. After the colors were turned over to the sufe-keeping of the post. Dr. Thomas, on behalf of the members of Post 28, in a neat little speech full of sentiment presented Miss McCormick with a basket of fresh-cut flowers, beautiful m design, which tho fair and tniented recipient re- ceived with thanks, The Ion, E. W. Mason, qwhose name appeared on the program, was un- nyoldably absent. The first part of the program concluded with the recitation of ‘Sheridan's Ride,” and a humorous selection by Prof. Wal- ter-C. Lyman, The affair was a pronounced success—socially and Muancially—and reflects credit upon the able management of the com- mittee. composed of the following well-known gentlemen of Post 25—viz.: A. Wiltiams, D. S. Bolkeom, Dr, A. W. Gray, liam H. Reed, Leon C, Welch, S. M. Randolph, and A.D. Sumn- ner. ‘The second part of tho prosrain was filled in with dnucing, which was prolonged until after midnight. ‘The whole affair was highly enfoya- bie, and every one went away well pleased. ‘The members of the Qui Vive Club inet at the residence of Mr.Jobn C._S! elected tor the senson of 188l-'82 the f ollicers: President, Cy B. Pratt; Viee-Pre: Fred A. Menzie; Secretury, Frank. C. Meuz! ‘Treasurer, John C. Shirra. This club is now comprised of xbout twenty gentlemen members, and promises to be ono of tho successtul organi- zauons of this seusou. ‘Thursday evening, Nov. 7, they held their third reception at Academy Hall. Dancing was the order of the evening, and with the belp of Fitzgerald's orchestra a very pleasunt evening was pussed. The club hns now among its members the followin well- known gentleuien residing on tho West Side: 1, C MeLenn, W. 2G, Browne, C.D. Bogart, Frank Menzie, Joba C.Sinrra, 1. Craw, Le C. Pied Mengie, John Evans, 0.C. French Heath, Charles Houghton, ©. E. Pratt, J. G. Dietrien, Fred Ottrey, Fred Brown, William Jieath, und Mr. Porter, The next reception given by them will consist of a literary, musical, dra- matic, and dancing program, and will be held ey it very pleasant entertainment was given last Weduesday evening by the Loreley Musicul and Dramatic Chub at the residence of bis Roaor Mayor Harrison, No. 231 Ashland avenue. A program of eight numbers, which had been pre- pared py Mr. 'T. K. Edwards and M Melville occupied the first part of the evening, and ted of readings by Mrs. Auniu Cowell-tlob- and M Jennie Hunter, and musical se- leetions Kittie Richards, Miss Kittie muiline Rommeiss, and Messrs. Dunn. 0. C. Snyder, and Dr. C. ra little welcoming address b; Mayor Harrison, in his bappiest vein, thore fol- dan bour or two of informal sociability. large parlors were well tilled by the mem- bers of the clab and their friends, there being about 10 persons present, among whom were Mr.and Mrs. F 3, Mr. and Mrs. W. J. Leadbeater, Walter M. Pon and Mrs. James Soper, erstone, Mr. and Mr: Mrs. A. W. Adcock, M: and Mrs. Ct ir, and Mrs. E. rand Mrs. rr. and Mrs. lL. W ‘kK, Mr. und "Y. Battis, Mr. ‘Thad Dean and Miss Dean, Thomas Walkup and Miss Lou Walkup, Mr. IL, Prettyman and Anme J.P Lina “Harrison, Miss Grace Douyia! ‘auline Sebaifer, M anders, Miss Mi 8, and s Lillie Allie Pulm ss je Smurt, iss and 3 An engagement party was given tast ‘Tues eveuiny by Mr, und Mrs. Gabriel Rubel at their : HL South Green street, the oeca- sion bemg the engagement of their daughter, Jennie Rubel, to Newton Morganroth. ‘Those present were Mr. and Mrs. J. &. Morzauroth, Mrs. Henry: Morjanroth, Geo 2, Miss Hannah Morganroth, Joseph Mor; Max Rubel, S: Miss Sarab’ Hirsh, M1 potd, Miss Bertha Leopol Rubei, Tsane Rubel, Tra Simon Rubel, Mrs. Jncob A. Rabel, Mr. and Mr Jsane Wolf, M Bert! Wolf, Miss Etife Wolf, Mr. and Mrs. Ricin and daughters. Mr. and Mrs. Jacob Powell, Mr. and Mrs. M. Hirsh, Mr. and Mrs. Isaae Rubel, [ke Hirsh, and Mr. Joseph Leopold. Dancin’ was kept tip ull alate pour. Apollo's drill corps will * receive” this week at the Palmer Honse, This ball bas been anxiously looked forward to. by party-oers who have ceived cards, nnd Itis safe ty say that their an ed. pd, a novelty for the ladies ha: d—a lemonide fountain, with * ”" Rebeces will be intuit costume for ‘The grand march will occur at and te. banyuet at TL o'clock. Carringes will drive from Wab:sh avenue west on Monroe street to the private entrance of the Palmer. obtuin their checks, and return by the same route. About? o'clock is mentioned a3 the Lour for carrinues to call. ‘The C. LC. held its second reception at the residence of Miss Josie Ives, No. 264 South Leavy- itt street, Inst Tuesday evening, There were a jJarge number present, and a delightful evening was spent. The Kosedales will give their first reception at Brucker. Mr Mr. and Mrz. Moses ubel, Charles Rubel, leyer, Mr. and Mrs. Rubel, Mr. and Mrs. a Wolt, ‘Mis3_ Hannah s before Martine’s. South Side Academy Thanksgiving evening. The Miszes Stary and Emma Pull, who for the St two months have been visiting in returned howe Monday were agreeably surprised ut their home, No. North Halsted street. by their many friends. Among those who were present were Mr. ant ‘Mrs. J. Ables, Mr. and Mrs. F. Brody, the Mary Pull, Emma Pull, Emma Boerner, Rerthe Birk, Ida Swissler, Josie Jeckel, Pet Andrews, Hilda Andrews, Jennie Thomas, Netlice Thoimas, Mary Dusso, Lizzie Gazzolo, Louise Bodecker, Carrie Free, Jouise Dusso, and Messrs. Henry Swissler, Wili Abies, Frank Gazzolo, Frank Pull, Will Birk, Will Severn, Dave Dasso, Ton; Jeckel, Pau! Dasso, Clark. Joon Free, Law: ‘A very interesting entertainment was last Thursday evening ut the rooms of the Union Catholic Library for the benetit of the Donfini- can Sisters. The first part of the program con- sisted of a piano soto by Miss A. Knott, a rend~- ing by Mr. H. F. Scull ‘lophone solo by Mr. H. H. King, cons by the Misses F. Lynch, ida Busbeeck, and Augusta Lender, and Mr. Jobn Botand. Miss Ida Busbeck and Miss Lebder de- serve great praise for the creditnble manner in which they acquitted themselves. The enter- tainment elosed with the farce * Box and Cox,” with tho following gentlemen in the ca: Messrs. W. J. Dontin, J. J. Stapleton, and T. F. Xemy. ‘A ‘very pleasant little operetta was given ‘Thursduy evening at No. #44 South Lincolu street by Robbie Pearce. assisted by the Misses May ana Orne Martin, Edith Burt. and Masters Willio Shaw und Massie Silversinith. The en- tertainment was highly appreciated by about H.rty frieads of the young amateurs. {rs. Mattie Springer, of No. 423 West R: pb strect, celebrated her uth birthd 16 in tha company of many of her friends. ‘Among those present were Mr. and Mrs. Joseph Hardway, of Bloomlugton, Hl: Mr. and Mrs. Williain Divine, Mr, and Mrs. J. Vibbert, Mr: Deakin, wife of Manager Deakin, of the waukee Opera-House; tho Misses Stone, Nillee, Fry, Arnoid, and Hart, and Messrs. Hurdway, Kothmel, Borrows, and Eberhard. . The affair will long be remembered by all those present. The Ailtunce Literary and Social Ctub held its second meeting of the Season at the residence of Mr. and Mrs. C. LH. Clemons, No. 47 South Car- penter street, last ‘Thursday evening. The rer- ular exercises consisted of a paper by Prof. Bierbower upon the “Manhood of Christ,” pt and Louisiana whieh was a very able effort; two violin solos by Miss cline Mantz; and two'songs by Mr. iL “Let Me Die by the Sea" and “My mony those present were Dr. R.N. Mrs. Dr. Willard, Prof. and Mrs. Hager, Mr. and Mrs. John HB. Sherwood, Mr. 1. Jouns, Miss E. L. Carr, Mr. WS. Minkler, Dr. Odclia Blinn, the two Misses Ketz, Miss Carrie Sunith, Mrs. William Dodge, Mrs. L. Cole. Mr. C, BY Hotmes, Miss Belle Besley, Mrs. J. R. Battey, Mr. C.F, Dibble, Miss MeCilntock, ‘and Sir. Herbert wert. The Mistletoe Pleasure Club will give a re- eeption Tounkagiving nicht at thelr ball, corner of Lake and Wood streets. . A large number of the musical and dramatic friends of Mr.'T. K. Edwards, in recognition of the inany occasions on which his eneerfui wed in their benalf has been: exaibited, bave tendered him a musical and dramatic benetit at Central Musie-Hall, Thursday evening, Deel. Dr. F. Ziegfetd will take the musiext and Mrs. Anni Cowell-Hobkirk the dramatic dircetorship, as- sisted by Miss Etta Butler, Miss Kittie Wallace, Miss Fidelia Dinsmore, Mrs. Melville Clark, Miss Pautina_Rommeiss, Miss Auna Rotnmelss, Miss Mollie. Prindiville,’ Miss Jennie Hunter,” Miss Kate Oesterle, the Chicago Lady Quartet, Dr. F. iexfeld, Mr. Edward Heimendanl, Mi. Otto Oesterle. “ Mr. Louis Fatk, Mr L.A. De. C.'T. Barnes, Mr. Henry 'T. Hart, and Pierce. The numbers as arranged include n rendering by Miss Dinsmore of the jark Sous,” by Bishop, with flute obligato by Mr, Otto Ocsterle; readings Ly the well-known artists, Miss Mollie Prindiville, Miss Jenuie Hunter, and Mis Kate Oesteri¢; “and instru- imental music by Messrs, Fuk, Heiuendanl, and Oesterle: while the Lady Quartet Is too ‘well Kuown to tend to x question uz to the ples 7 part they will assume. ‘Tne recognized abliity und talent of ali the tudies and gentlemen whose natnes are mentioned in connection with the entertainment, together with the personal popu- larity of Mr. Edwards, cannot fail to insure for the beneticiary the high measure of success whieb {5 anticipated. Justice and Mrs. D. Harry Hammer will give tholr exgnth annual bachelors" dinner Thanks- £ ay att p.m, at their residence, No. Bois Wabash avenue. . A pleasant and novel entertainment wasziven Thursday evening by the Young Ludics'C.'T. U. ut the home of the Misses Huggins, No, 252 Tne diana avenue. Ten young tadics of the union, isses Root, Huggins, Culbertson, Murphy. ‘hurch, Wood, Pickering, Wade, Roberts, aud White gaye the “Boston Drill,” under the cap- taincy of Miss Lula Faulkner, their uniform be- ing sweeping caps and xprons, thelr knupsicks dust-pans, and their arms brooms. The Misses Eva Adanus, Dolly Atwood, Florence Henderson, and Messrs. Charles S. Lee and F. M: Steels fur- nished sume excelient music. Last Wednesday evening a very pleasant sur- prise party was given to Miss Millie B. Ni the residence of her purents, No. place. elaware Anumberof her young friends were Present, and the evening wus passed very plcas- antly in games of all kinds and music. At 11 o'clock the young people enjoyed a generous Fone, and departed at midnight perfectly A meeting of the French Club was held last evening at Mrs. Gillette's, No. 306 Michizan ave- nue. Mr. end Mrs. Charles Murray celebrated the | rounded by gathered ruities of Venetian lac A. {| tenth annivorsary of their marriage Tu evening ut their residence, No. St Mads street. ‘Pho Socint Circte of the Eighth Presbyterian Church young people held their -sevond circle Friday, nt tho residence of the-pustor, the Rev. J.-M. Worrall, D.D., No. 1i6 Warren avenue. Despite the ‘very inclement weather a fargo assemblage of young people gathered, and en- Joyably rendered a tne program. 4 Fbo Young People’s Association of Puul's Universalist Church inaugurated a series of parties Thursday evening at Prot. Bournique’s South Side Academy. Nowwithstanding tha in- clemency of ‘the weather, the attendance was very fluttering to the. management, und there is every reason to believe tho series will prove ex- ceptionaily successful. Tno second reeeption occurs Thursday evening, Dec. 1 ‘The Euterpean Club met at the residence of Miss Gaunt, No. 771 West Monroe street, ‘'hurs- day evening. ‘The second annual reception and banquet of the gtoyal Arcanum will cecur at the Palmer HouSe Nov. 29. ‘Miss Lotta Harland, of tho North Side, ente: tained a few of ber friends last ‘Tuesday even- ing. Dancing was induized in by all undil a ‘onnbly Inte hour, Among those present were the Misses Eva, Etta, and Lydia Hitriand, Jennie Itichards, Miss Jobnson, Miss Seipp, Mr. and Mrs. Blattner, and Messrs. Ed Wood, Will Parker, C. P. Switt, and Oscar Blattner. Daoneiors of the Calumet Club gave a very elegant German at Hourntque’s Academy, on ‘Twenty-fourth street, Monday evening. Lt was the second of this delightful form of eutertain- mnents, Which the bachelors now propose to inukk an annual feature of society on the South sid ‘The MHnois Club gave the frst of a series of musical; entertainments at its club house on Ashland’ avenue lust Saturday eventog, which wasn jurge and elegant atfair, tho most plens> ing feature bemg the presence of the Indie: The tloors were canvassed, und Mund furnishes the musi, but, on account. of the. large com- puny present, dancing was lightly indulged in. A_ concert, dress parade, and exhibition drill by St. Bernard Commandery, No. 5, KT. was: held inthe Exposition Building Friday evenmg. ‘The regular monthly reception of the Chicago Press Cinb will occur Saturday evening. The Mount Holyoke Alumna ot the North~ west wiil hold thoir eighth annual reunion atthe Grand Pacitie Hotel Saturday, Nov. 26, from 10 to Lo’elue ‘The Cong! evening No. 57 We Battery D, obey ranged to open its newurmory on Michi; nue on the evening of Dec. 5 with a grand 1 ception, whieh, ft hopes, wilt be w grand atfair, and provide it with the means of discharging 0 large portion of the oblizations incurred in cou- nection with the ereetion of the building. Mrs. 0. W. otter bas issued cards for three afternoon receptions to be given from 12 to 3, Nov. 22 and 29 and Dee. 6, at her residence, No, 52 Deurborn uvenue. A musicule and stn old-fashioned tea- wilt be given at LA. Assembiy Hooms ‘Tuesday ening, Dec. i, ander the auspices of Metro- politan Louse ik. of He ‘The employs of the press-rooms of Iand, MeNally & Co. will give their first tomind bail at Brand's thul, corner of Erig and Clark strcots, ‘Thanksgiving Ei The commit pared neither pains nor expense to f yable allnirs of ft receive as a souvenir m made to order ii sic Wil be under the di ‘of. Pound with tifteen pieces. <3 Club were entertained Thursday ir.and Mrs. George G, Parker, of Ake this one the season, PERSONAL. s Calahan, who has been spenuing the summer with the family of Dr. Clarence B. De Wolfe, has returned to her home In St. Louls. Dr. Ed. Bert, who has, been absent from the city with his family for several months, bas re~ turned in full bealth and will resume his prac- tice within a few days. Mrs. Hiram EB. Nourse and Mrs, § ficla, of ‘troy, Wis., have returned to their ru homes after ‘tarrsing fora while with their brother, G, H. Kiting, at No. 36 Thirty-eignth street. : Russell Catlin, of Burlington, Kus. has been spending a few days among his old friends in tbout Chicago. ‘Tilton and daughter Magyie, of San Francisco, have been visiting Mr. und’ Mrs. fra Brown tie pu: Mr, aud Mrs. utend about . F, Heald have left the city on ew Urleans, and will return ‘son is stopping at No. and Mrs. Kimberly is stopping at No. Is ¢, C. Dana is down with ty Mrs. John &. Uas and Miss st Mouday for Frankfort, K. end the winter. . W. Bowman, editor of the Home Vis- n fowa visitng friends there, aud will return Monday. Mr. and Mrs. John B. Durand, of this elty, will spend the winter at Nice, France. Before re- turning to Atmerica they will make a tour through Spain and Ezypt. Miss J A.Crighton, of Elgin, returned to the city Thursday, and will spend the: winter with her sister, Mrs. M. Q. Brown, of West Adumis street. George Lord, Esq., of Rochester. N. Y., well known in raftroad circles, has been here in the city tor the past tea days, a guest at the Leland jorel. ‘ Mr. Charles W. Ellis, of New York City, is visiting old friends in this city, and is the guest of his sister, Mrs. Luman Alleu, of Calumet avenue. Mr. Ed Scholtz, of Denver, who has been the guest of Mr. Koilin Matson, returned to the West Monday. Mr. and Mrs. George C. Ball have returned home after an absence of several weeks in New Orleans. Mr, Austin extended business trip. Mr. Coarles 13, Gibson is visiting in Sandwich, Hii, hfs old home. Mrs. C.C. Bonuey and Miss Florence Bonney arrived lust evening from the East, where they have been for several weeks. Dr. A. B. Kobbins. of Denver, arrived Thurs- day, and will remain till this afternvon, when. he feaves for St. Louis. Miss Adeline M, O'Hara. who graduated at Park Institute with bign honors last June, lett just week for the Convent Loretto Abbey, ut Toronto, Canada, to perfect berself in music, painting. and other xccomplishments. Mr. Curles i. Crane, who recently married Miss Cornelia Sinitn, at ‘Paterson, N.J., is now West Washington street. ind Mrs. William F. Tucker returned Sun- iy inorning from a five weeks’ Colorado trip. Mr. A.B. Keith, of Boston, bas been in the city Aucing. the week on his return from St. Louis. : Mr.and Mrs. C.S. Hutchins, of No. 2107 Mich- igan avenue, teave Monday for the East, where they will stay for two weeks. ‘mong the passengers on’ the Scythia, which tiled last Wednesday, was M. S. Roof, of No, 289 Tilinols street. Mrs. Roof will spend che win- ter with relutives and friends in London. Murphy has returned from an LATEST NEW YORK MODES. New York Evening Post. Dress skirts grow shorter and fuller. Chamois-leather gloves are much worn, Ostrich plumes ornament dresses as well as bonnets. Bluck fox and black Russian hate are fashiou- abie fur trimmings. Hussar jackets, of scarlet cloth, trimmed with military braid and tiny gold buttons, are worn by girls in tneir teens. Very handsome silk circulars, lined with fur, can be bought for $50. This reduction ts caused by the greater popularity of the dolman. wisit toilets are made of vin de champagne satin, embroidered with sliver blossoms and leaves, and combined with pale primrose velver. Mother {ubbard bonnets of dark olive green beaver or plush, trimmed with full ostrich plumes asbade darker, held by targe antique wold buckles, are exceedingly becoming to blondes. Autumn costumes of dark green cloth are trimmed with many rows of tine gold braid, put on straight. The first effect is very’ good, but the glitter of the tinsel soon wears oif, und then the etfeet is very dull and dowdy. Kittens’ and monkeys’ heads are rivaling the autumn owl in popularity. They are seen upun the outside of new plush and fur muffs, made up in envelope fushion. New wilt buttons also show the faces of both the monkey and the En- sslist colley in bronze enamel. White cashmere and white vigoene will be tnuch used for handsome evening toilets this winter. ‘These materials lend theinselyes inost elfectively to the graceful drapings, gagings, and plaitings now ia vorne, and the soft crenmy: materiuis “ure exceedingly becoming to -both blonde and brunet. Tandsome cloak etasps to fasten conts of dark green plush or vetvet are made of aqua marine and mock emeralds; end for cuats of a dark wine color ure star buttons set with imitation rubles. These coats are fustened by silk cords which wind around the buttons, reaching from the throat to about an inch below the waist line. Party and ball dresses are imported having no Sleeves to speak of. Sometimes a narrow band adorned with garulture, correspanding with that Upon the skirt, is seen.’ * Penri sleeves,” about four inches in length, are much in vogue, and with them, to correspond. is worn a Medici coliar mnade of the same bends. These are very eette with evening toilets of white surah or athe. Entire evening dresses are made of. pale- tinted plush, which are most generally cut princess style, with long panels ‘of the same ouds taced with delicate gold color, or with a shade of satin several bues darker than that composing tho dress. ‘These pancls and other. Portions of the dress are otherwise tritamed with coft frills of costly White lace, und furge satin ‘bows placed here’and there upon the skirt. Pretty Marie Stuart caps are made of Persian netting, with pearls the size of reen peas sewn closely Rround the edge as a bordering. These capa are very much Gepressed on the top of the bead, with full curves at euch side, which ate Kept in shape by a fine wire run under the bend- ing. Other dainty caps for evening wear are imade of one large tower and a few buds, sur- One model exhibited 13 made of one great pint ros of prodigious size, and anothor of an enor- bae rose and buds, each nearly simoth- plaitings of Spanish blonde lace. A very becoming coltfure fora younz girl -is made by plaiting the intr in flat braids, thea winding it closely round the head, first crossing it low in tho nape of the neck, thon currying It up over the crown, where it Is eecurcly fastened. Over this, with bionde bair, {3 worn a French net of gold silk, with tiny gold beads threaded in the meshes. With dark hair silver nets are very elrective. This coitfure is very pretty with evening dress. very stylish visiting dress, intended for 2 brite, is of doe-brown satin, worked up the fronting set pattern, with gold and shaded brown bends. Allaround the skirt are placed bias two-inch shirred bands of alternating dark: and light brown satin, put on perpendicularly, with wt finger length of space between each cluster of bands. ‘The corsnye Is a deep-polnted Cuirass of ehestnut brown’ satin, with a wide falling collar and deep cuifs of the paler shade, embroidered with beads matching the skirt front garuiture. Dancing dresses are mado short enough this season to display the clegant littlesutin sanduls, delicately hund-painted or. hand-embroidered, aswell asa bit of the daitny. silk stocking, x favorit cular of which isa pule peach-blossom pink, embroidered with white rosebuds and white Ilies-of-the valley. | Another, French fancy equally the voxue is_to wear rich white luce stockings over silk ones of a delicate tlesh- color, and with them the arched Stephanie slippa of satin, fastened by French diamond ucsles. ‘The “baby” costume will be a very fashiona- Dic party aress for young girls this winter. {tis guid to be exceedingly popular in Paris, A handsome tollet of this description shown by n Iway importer hus «short round skirt of e niio’s veiling, nearly covered with finely- plaited flounces, Over this is a shirred Hunga- ritu tunic edged with Polauzn lace ruiles, ‘The bodice is gatuercd full, Ike a baby's watst, to a © oyer the shoulders, and also to a belt, Which is very wide. Around the waist is a broad white satin sash, which is carried behind and Ued in long foops and ends. Conspicuous among fall goods designed for walking dresses ure Scotch and English cheviors. in every. variety of color: dark royal blue, dark bronze, plum, ruby and olive belng most fay edz these goods Vein crossed by hair-lines old gold, seariet, or Hezbter sbudes of the mono- ehrome'volor of the fabric itself. As a trim- ming for these stylish goods comes u plush- striped cheviot, i Persitn colorings, which, when used, transforins 4 quiet-looking dress into avery gay costume. Many ladies, however, prefer the plain cheviot dress, with several rows of fine muchine stiching us a finish. ‘The much-abused pole bonnet, in its new, mouitied proportions. 1 this fall one-of the most iar shapes in the endless list of head- ‘The wide britns of some of the Iztest styles are wore rounding in sbapeand not so narrow about the eurs us fornierly, -making tiem much more bt to the wenerality of scuopy, calache shape ‘These new hats are worn and they can be had in ‘They give a quaint and picturesque Jook to the frees of sweet 16, as well us 4 stutely and high-bred air to the'matron of mature years. sertion made by one or two fashion arly-in the year bas proved true— arn to crinolive was inevit- 1 is looming up in in- sinz proportions, ‘The small bustle was fone ce replaced by i much larger one, and now the fulterinolet, reaching from the bett to the fuot of the skirt in the buck, is seen, and It is to be feared that fas stop short of nothing but that hideous rotundity waich Leigh Hunt calls **1eSs wn hablliment than an inclosure.” FASINONS FoL er's azar, There wi rked changes made in cutting genticmen’s clothing, though pantaloons are nurrower than thoze of fust seuson, and all couts are. shorter, including the Pri bert frock coats, dress coats, murning cutnways, sacks, und also overc ‘The suit tor business, traveling, and morning weur is made entirely’ from piece of English or Scoteb suiting in neat plaids, checks, or mi of. color. The coat. may be" one or four buttons, or an English eutaway with the same pumber of buutons. ‘The vest, cut high like the coat, has a collar or not, according to the funcy of tke wearer. ‘The trousers are very close-tittinz. ‘The semi-dreas suit, worn to ail entertainments given in the: daytime, consists of u Prince Aibert double-breasted frock coat of ck or dark vlue twill th, and the vest of the sume clo e to mater the coat. sers th, with y effect, lor pre for these. ‘fhe it remains Unchanged in” shape, except tit the coats sre shortened 2 trifle. “Youn; men of fashion now wear this suit to all enter- tinments in the evening, putting it on for 6 o'clock dinners, making evening culls fn it, wear- ing it fo the theatre, where formerly it Was selz dom seen, and going theuce to recepuons. Overcoats are made of Elysians and fur-beaver cloths, aud are most often sucks, shgbtly short- cr than those of last year, but occasionally a reoat is ordered. d scarfs of satin, with black or very dark grounds nearly covered ‘with small incri- cate tiguresin guy colors, ure now fusbionuble for ‘ f, whether laid in folds or thé Wearer, must be broad tied in a bow by enough to fill up all the space inside the neck of the vest, and conceal tne white shirt front. For full dress the nurrowly folded white lawn ties are chosen; some bluck satin ties folded in the sme say ace also worn at dinucrs, ete. The shirt fronts chosen for all ocerstons, for dress us well us for general wear, are of plain linen of three thicknesses, cut in sbield shape, and without any decoration in the way of pleats or embroide! hirt bosom fs never vi ible except with the low-cut fronts of dress- ee when x few tny tucks or cords nay be iencd in the edge, outside of tho single lirge. stud which ‘is now worn on dress over ns. This studisof hammered gold. or plain Etruscan gold, with a Jeweled centre: a diumond, sapphire, or turquoise ts preferred. ‘Yurned-down collars are again restored to tavor tor dress occasions, but are worn very parrow, with a small open space thatis tilled by the smati Low of the white lawn scart. The Jason collar is n popular standing-collar, us it laps stightly end does not have sharp points that are uncom- fortable to the wearer. The English collar, stunding behind and uirned over in points in front, ‘ig still used. ‘There are various other Standing shapes. Some ure like clerical bands; some meet without upping; others leave an inch of space open at the throat: and stilluthers the tops curved at the throat, Instend of being turned over In points.” The cuffs are nar- row, square-cornered, and meet without lap- ping, So Unut, they may be worn with linked sleeve-buttons, ‘Tyrol gloves of tho fine thick skins of the ‘Tyrol xout are now a3 popular with gentlemen as with [adies; they are worn in two-lutton -engths, and are lizhtt; nbruidered on the back in tho natural but shades of the skin. Tun- colored kid~ the fashionable choice fur walking and driving, and these have wide embroidery on the buck in contrast or in self color, and are fastened by two buttons. Men Of fashfon are now very independent about their loves, wearing them only when walking or driving, omitting them in the house when pay- ing visits and on dress occasions, where they are more often carried in the hands than worn upon them. Fushionabie shoes for the street are easy-fit- tmg buttoned zaiters of enlfskin, with double soles, low heels, and medium pointed: toes; sharply pointed toes are not liked by men of tuste, und are also uncomfortable. Dress gzait- ersare of patent-lzather, and some have cloth or satin Vrangais tips. ‘The black sitk dre33 hats worn this winter have crowns of decided bell shape from six to six and a quarter inches deep, with tho ery Much rolled on the sides and measuring from one gud tive-cighths to one and seven-eizhths inches in width.” Undress bats for business and general weur fire stiff round-crowned Der with broader brims than those iately word, and erowus of medium hight. Light-brown is the fashionable color tor such bats, but black and dark-brown are also worn, SOCIETY ToOPIcs. The custom of engaging artists of repute to paint the outsides of houses with artistic designs is being revived in Europe, and two houses ut Munich recently treated in this manner have at- tracted a great deal of admiration. Patti's manager has at Inst consented to let her sing in Cincinnati. _ If be keeps up bis pres- ent prices much longer he will have to take In Jahokiu betore the close of the season. ‘Tho holidays are upon us. Our friend Jno. Kranz, confectioner, $0 State street, is experi- eneing the * Sweetest buy and buy ” ever known in bls manufacturiug and traflicking in sweets. By the way, you should see the tempting display he is making, especially in Freneh erystullized fruits of all kinds. Mulls of plush, satin, and of lace are now made to accompany very dressy opera cloaks and bonnets. ‘Pho bonnets worn for full dress in Paris are very small, and those of white or of shrimp pink plush ind most favor here. ‘A gentleman with undoubted taste is, perhaps, abetter judge of what - becom: n lady in millinery than ove ef ber own sex Is, hence the popularity of Jules Ballenverg’s establishment an this city. Itwas a little embarrassing for one of the gentlemen who uppeared at Yorktown as “a French guest” to have somebody nddress him in French and be unable to uuderstand. ‘The leaders of fashion, the wealthy, the wise, ity eailing at Ratph’s are agreeabty surprised ‘To find boota so bandsome. this all do admit, in style and in quality, und not a mistit, For be seems to please patrons. small and great, At his boot and shve parlors, 125 State. It was Jean Paul who said, * To love early and marry late is to bear a lurk singing at dawn; ut night eat it roasted for supper. A large addinon nas been made to the clusses of young ladies at 411. B. Bryant's Chicago Busi- ness Colleie during the pust week. The course of sbortand and typewriting is very populur with them. Statuary and panel photes are superb, finished in Gehrig's style, 3 West Madison street. With black-lace ruffs no white is worn next the skin, end this is also true of the black-lace -to Venice of old.”"] fichus that are now worn open very low at the thront. Burnham fs offering specially low prices on switebes, all long hair. He bas the: finest and most varied stuck of hafr-ornaments. His water- waves, Waicd he is offering at low prices, are un- excelled, Central Music-Hull Hair Store. Engtish ladies, who utterly ubhor electric lights in ball-rooms, are taking kindly to ‘lime lignta. Order wedding-invitutions from Dunwell & Ford, society stationers, 30 Madison street. Oscar Wilde bas received the most unkindest cut of alt from Prof. Mabatfy, who bas cracily utilized the colleze career of the lily and sun- flower poet nt Dublin as an tllustration of tho thesis that a stupid boy gains more than a brill- fant one from a uulversity training. Ladies can keep their feet warm and dry with- out overshocs by ordering substantial winter boots of Keller, 48 Monroe street, Puimer Hous Walt Whitman snys he can now read Poe's poctry with pleasure, but it used to set him taven". in preparing for your wedding or reception, don’t forget to order your invitations and cards of Skeen tuart, 7 Madison street. White or pule-colored moiré vusques, or else pomted antique waists, are chosen by young ta- dles to give variety to their wardrobes, as they way be worn with dark-velvet skirts as well a3 with white skirts fully trimmed with luce. Mme. Moniz, the only manicure in the West. 191 Wabash av. Hours from2 tod p. m. Gentlemen may cry cashier, and cash there, but when the Bourd of Directors wake up there is cash nowhere. Don't buy a range or. furnace before you call at Hatch & Hreeze's, 50 State street. The Waterloo Chamber im Windsor Castle is to be redecorated in brown and gold after de- signs by the Queen and the Princess Beutrice. For Holiday presents that ‘are fine Go to Joshux Smitn’s tn wood time; His reputation fur ebildren’s pictures 1s so yood—better bave hin) take yours, “No Genttemen,” “We. Von Aridens,” and “urberine” are the titles of the three novels that ure hiving: such an unprecedented sale Opera cloaks long enoumh to envelop the figure are made in the straight Coinese shapes with squire siecyes, und ure us easily put off and on as the simplest circulars. All latest styles In hair goods and hair dressing at the purlor of Miss Sara Reidy, 31 Monroe street. When Charles L was about to‘lay bis head on the block he sighed, and murmured: “tt comes of not advertising in the locul pape! English History. , A. new homeopathic medicine has lately been ed under the nant of MMydrastia ltestor- ve Tonic by Gross & Delpridge, 43 Madison. Princess Beatrice has given £2.00 out of the Proceeds of ber Christmas book tu the support of the Belgrave Hospital for Children. ‘Tho demana for Ceippendale furniture is im- mense, ns shown by the sules made by J. Colby & Co., 217 und 219 State. ‘The Newmarket ‘clonk is a gracetut wrap with square sleeves und box-pleated back made of Enwtish cloth: Outside wraps of unique desizn3 are con- stautly being ordered from our urtistic modiste, Mrs. Tucker. _ Something is due to courtesy at all times, and in. all places, but the oblization of civility is doubly binding where it hus been taught as & purt of good breeding. Fetherly’s brunctte powder gives'a clear com- plexion and does not show on the face. 169 Wa- bush avenue. There are lots of. people who believe that dain coufd have found # great deal better wife by waiting 1 yeurs, Dut he seemed to thick that Eve was his only chance. Wbysicians bave at lust found what they have long sought for, a remedy “without drugs,” for constipation. They prescribe Ficus Carica, or Condensed Figs. For sale by druggists. When x girl rejects uno tfer of marriage she goes through a sleizht of band performance. Wedding cards, Intest styles. J. 11, Birming- ham, stationer and engraver, 13 Dearborn. uslish ussociation for the: improvement calls itselt, with great modesty. 5. E. whicu letters stund for “simplicity, clezance, nna grace.” Paragon rang Seavey’s Pallas’ furnaces, Hecla parlor stoves. Seavey & Co., $9 State. ing, the bailoonist, sithougzh he landed in a iscousin cranberry bog on bis last ascension, still muintains his theory of 2 general eastward current. Go to Bangs’, 47 State street, for Iichmond ranyes, Laurel parlor stoves, and kitehen ouutits. The dinner service used at tho Boston banquet given in I82t to Latayette isthe property of a fady in Cambri Luss. Light housekeepers uppreciate the purity and excellence of Grant's cundensed coltve. “Tt 13 Depot, 50 Rundolph street, Lanier published a short ro- iger-Lilies” about fifteen years ago, whieb appl Wve eseaped the fitten- ton of his biographers. Along with much that was youthful und crude there was also much that was striking and tine. i. Artistic and fine work always wins. This is proved by the number of fine residences being bapered by D. T. Walker, 2122 Wabash avenue. “Go to the ant, thou slugzard,” is very good advice, but most of them go to their uncle. ‘The celebrated Brown furnace at Brow! ‘Wabash avenue. Talmage says that what ails the ministry is the {net that when a boy’ isn’t good ror anything else they try to make a preacher of him. Wirts & Scholle are rapidly filling orders for fine furniture at 222 Wabash avenue. ‘The power of pleasing is: founded upon the wish to please. The strength of the wish {3 the imensure of the power. * Elite inet photos, elegant in finish, $3 per dozen, at J. K. Stevens’, 108 Dearborn street. White wool costumes are now so much used for day dresses at home thut. they ure being xbanloned for full-dress occasions, except for inisses and very young ladies, Making hair jewelry tor Christmas presents is a specialty at Thome's, 157 State-st. Pretty little jackets of black Jersey cloth are imported for young ladies and misses, und are completed by Triple cotlars of red Jersey cloth. Beuss tire-sets and coal bods, tancy dusters and full tine imported goods for holidays at Hurbe- son &.Judd’s, $8 N. Clark-st. A bouk is soon to be published about the hands of distinguished persons. There ‘are a grout misny obscure. persons who, at a critical mo- ment, could show some surprising hands. Positively great bargains in tnest_ underwear at Cone’s shirt-store, 143 Dearborn street. anny Davenport calls the train of ber new = dees: clone,” because it sweeps every: thing before it. Just exquisit, and, better still, very reasonable, Lovejoy’s frames, $5 State street; elevator. ‘fransparent sleeves ot lace or of beaded tulle, or else the absence of ull sleeves, murk the more elaborate toilets, und also the simpler youthful dresses. Chiropodist and manicure, 191 Wabash-av, ‘Toree ladies during the lust year have made the ascent of Mont Blan Plain velvets are rivaled by those that are brocaded, and by the moleskin plush, which makes softer drapery thun the stiffer velvets. Young man, we think you had better peram- bulate around and see Ward & Co., under Palmer Their business suits are the finest in *, and their overcouts are quite seuson- Stout women are in despair aver tho v UE AA Wraps, egant Designs WILL BE SHOWN MONDAY. Catalogue, with Chart for self-measurement, sent on application. : Goods shipped C. O. D., privilege of examining. SEAL SACQUES length- ened, trimmed, and made , into Dolmans. ; ILL BRONWE & CO., Importing and Manutacturing Furriers, i _I61 State-st._ BLILLINEER XY. TAPORTATION boutfant imported costumes; they ure wonder- ing When their turn will come, for between the clinging robes of the esthete and. the much- panniered gown of the Parisienne, they are hay- lug a bard Ume of it indeed. > CHICAGO. For The Chieagy Trifune. [*Chicazo, tike beautiful Venice, was built on @ morass—a swamp—which had been tooded and often Inundated: yet land and sea have eventually puid tribute to Chicugo, as they did Grand and imperial, from the mighty sen A tuir, proudcity in the past did ris ne, in undivided mzjesty, IE stood, the throne of human enterprise. The tivep was chuin'd, acknowledging that will Whieu tt Creation’s dawn God gave to man; Itg blue, unfuthom’d depths but serv'd to Hit “And shape the workings of the master plan. Fromm ont the waters, yet a thing of earth ‘Yo serve curth’s needs, had stately Venice birth. A As.with the years, so must the mind advance; Genius, and energy, ana will unite "To make 'its products not mere tuys of chance, Tut sometuing neacer to the {ntinit. If learnéd sages in the past could dream To build a city with its streets the seu, Surely the shaping of so vague a scheme Could not be lost upon futurity: Another world touk up the thought with zest, nd—offspring of zexl, x Nution’s fair bequest— Chicago stands, the Venice of the West. Empress of Commerce, Fortune's favorit now, Aclowing future is thy-lot to claim: Among the world's great cities yet wilt thou In lusting characters tnseribe thy uame. Of bow thy prime and how thy aze shail fare, ‘Thy youth a promise proud ‘ang grand con- evive ‘When time Shall garner thee a harvest rare, And not of Deud-Sea fruit, but laurel-feaves. Staneh in thy laws, in truth unswerving be; And these tny buiwarks to prosperity. Pride with the self-proud consciousness of ... pow'r, And worldly ereed of might, thee ne'er al- ure; ‘Theyre but the ignis-fatuus of an hour— ‘Thy country’s guerdon {s a pledge more sure. Mny He, the one great Architect supreme, Who.doth the keystone of thy Nation guard, So bless thy structure that the future theme Of well-earn’d greatness be thy best reward: And when througn dice thy State, botn near and iy Among thom all shall shine, the brightest star. a Mas. Davip HaxLowe. Caicaco, Nov. 19, 185) a Winchester’s ty popnospiit: willcure consumption, coughs, wenk lun chitis,undeneral debility. Establishe: 1 CHOICE: SHADED $3 and $3.50. Fine assortment BLACK PLUMES and BEAVER HATS just received. Stylish HATS and BON- NETS in great variety. WE TAGEDOA, 42 & 44 Blasison-st RUPTURE CURED. RUPTURE oon => IICAGO, April 11, 1331. After suiering many ‘and funding nO DI. PARKER~DeaR § years with a very lurce serotal herntl Teliel from any truss | could tnd, wn eXil and new appliance you not ot Tupture where others bad Tailed, bus cured the bernin. UK Itesidence, 21 Fulton-st., ‘The principle a new oF Ro (danger, ineurret.Savafacturers of Ekaba Stockings, ‘Trusses. ei WBARTLETT, BUTMAN & PARKER, ‘Uftiee 54 Stute-st., Chtcacy, fit fu | FRUIT. {New Figs, Dates, [alsins, and [Nuts test zouds, largest assurt~, Sie fe puckues, usiren~ a lized by best peopte. Goods da jlivered. Both T H RAL LORS, : SSouth Clark-sts 3