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THE SUNNY SOUTH, ATLANTA, GEORGIA, DECEMBER 3 1892, 13 a handsome Worcester vase was won by Mrs. Chandler, and the booby was triumphantly carried away by Dr. Connolly. Delicious refreshments were served during the evening and all present enjoyed a thoroughly good time. It is never too late to mention a happy event. Mr. M. B. Prewitt and Miss Laura E. Kendrick, of Hender son, Texas, were recently united in matrimony. Cordele, Ga.,November 19—(Special) —The Ilissus Club, one of the most flourishingorderS of this city, tendered a Grover Cleveland banquet to a num ber of its friends at the Suwanee hotel last night. There was thirty plates laid and the occasion proved to be one of the most delightful events in the so cial history of Cordele. The table was handsomely decorat ed with flowers and evergreens, Na tional and club colors made beautiful drapings for the walls ofthe large din ing r<*o:n. The beauty and grace of the ladies vied with the gallantry and chivalr> of South Georgia’s young man in making the evening one of con tinued pea^nre. Mr. C. C. Cutts, the handsome toast master, introduced the speakers in his graceful and solicitous style. The address of welcome was deliver ed by Mr. B. Griffin, and responded to on behalf of the invited guests by A. B. Johnston, of Birmingham. The toasts were were responded to as fol lows : “The Ladies,” R. E. L. Shipp. “Young Men in Politics,” Mat J. Pearsall. “The Ilissus of the past,” J. W. Bivins. “The Ilissus of the Future,” w. V. Wardell. “Our Meeting,” F. J. Bivins. “The Ilissus and the Future of Cor- de'.e,” Joseph E Bivins. “Our Honorary Members,” J. E. D. Shipp. The recital of Miss Ketner and Mr. Win. Owens, on Tuesday evening was an immense success. Even Miss Ketner’s warmest ad mirers were surprised at the strength and power of her rendition of certain numbers of her selections, and her exquisite beauty of person and charm and grace of manner united with her real talent to make her entirely irre- stible. Mr. Owens was received with the well-deserved enthusiasm which al ways greets his efforts. The program was as follows: 1. Song. “Ask nothing more,” Mar- zails. 2. “Absolution,” E. Nesbit. 3. Song. “Storm and Sunshine,” Buck. ( a. “Twilight Idyl,” R. J. Bur- 4. < dette. (b. Scene between Lady Con stance and King Philip, from “King John.” Act 3 scene 4, Shakespeare. 5. Song* “Were I the Stream,” Lloyd 6. “Aux Ttaliens,” (violin and piano obligato) Owen Meredith. A Thanksgiving reception was held, on Thursday evening, at the Y. M. C. A. Building, and a large number of visitors were greeted and entertained, with that warmth and cordiality, which makes of the Y. M. C. A. such a charmed spot. The parlors were prettily decorated and many ladies were present to make all welcome. Refreshments were served and a de lightful program rendered. The roll of Jthe States was called ; and' twenty- two were represented. Mr. Milner, of New York, gave sev eral clever selections upon the xylo phone. Dr. Lee sang one or two merry glees and the Y. M. C. A. quartette offered their quota of music. Rev. Mr. Matthews, of Calhoun, Ga., spoke for a short tune on the text; “The half has never been told.” Mrs. Mary E. Bryan read the follow ing impromptu poem, entitled,Thanks giving : “Gire thanks, and wliy!’’ the cynicsr-eers, ••To him who works His mighty will, enthroned amid the rolling spheres. Fre-onlered auu unchanging still 1 The tread ot centuries Me hears AS fall of leaves on autumn days. What need has Me or pra' ers or tears? Ten thousand-suns about him blaze, He neees not, asks not, mortal praise.’’ Believe it not; this world outswung, golden chains of praise are hung To the great center of their being, Tne ail-regarding as all-seeing. Praise links us to bis throne; the flower Breathing i n sweets and at twilight hour, The thrill a giori .us sunset brings, The quiver ot a Wild bird’s wings, The mother’s si rb, surcharged with bliss. The rapture of ove’s innocent kiss, The noble discoii-ent of souls. Yearning foi i^n r, purer goals. ▲II tilings t a m y untold, u raise, wbat are they but unconscious praise? ■tertisl luce ■» of thauksgiving, From all thing? earthly, ail thiugs living. Never through all her changeful days Has bhd our laud moie cause for praise, The oloud that seemed to hover nigh And threaten anarchy and strife, Is gone—the danger passes by; ▲ now of promise spans our sky— Promise of happy, plenteous reign; And Hope springs neshaud fiee again, Bees all o r South to progress bent. With not a bar its wav to balk, The winter of its discontent Mai* summer by this Bon of York. Never, in oar country’s proudest hoar Stood she in such grand height as now. Now, when the crowns of wealth and power, Knowledge and culture gi< t her brow, While faith and courage light her eyes And point to deeds of high emprize. “But sin is rife,” the doubter cries, “Aye, sin is rife. Sere, as of old Its b) dra head it raises bold.” hnt see! its power to withstand. An array of brave Christian knights. Hearts up—the guardians of onr land; They watch the depths, they gnard the heights. A brotherhood linked hand in hand— Rriglit-eyed, strong-bit wed they stand, An army under Christ’s command— Our standing anny, brave and true. And Oh! to see them on review, With all their fair auxiliaries, That nobly help to swell their ranks, The brave sight thrills ns through ana throngh, And swells oar hearts with fervent—thanks. Miss Nellie Gannon on Friday even ing last entertained a select party of friends at her beautiful home on Pied mont avenue An artistic and agree able musical programme was given. During the evening delicious and dainty refreshments were delightfully served and the affair was in every res pect an enjoyable one. On Wednesday evening, Mr. and Mrs. M. P. Snelling celebrated their wooden wedding at their home, No. 12 West End avenue, West End. Music was rendered during the even ing that was highly enjoyed. Delici ous refreshments were served. Some very lovely presents were re ceived. On Thursday evening, Mr. and Mrs. Jacob Haas gave a delightful dance at their elegant home, 321 Washington Street, in honor of their daughter,Miss Blanche. There were present about sixty invited guests and dancing was indulged in until a late hour. During the evening delicious refreshments were served. On Thursday afternoon Mrs. F. G. Howard gave a children’s party at her home on Formwall Street, the occasion being the celebration of the fifth birthday of her son, Alonza. There were about twenty-five little folks present and a happy evening was spent. Delicious refreshments were served. At High Shoals, on Thursday even ing, Dr. Allie Shelnut and Miss Mary Williams were united ^in marriage by the Rev. Mr. Barnard, of Athens The ceremony was witnessed by a number of friends and the church was j prettily decorate;’ for the occasion. The attendants were Miss Roena Medlin, first bridesmaid, and Mr. Jack Medlin, best man; Miss Sallie Wil liams, Miss Sallie Mitchell, Miss Jessie Frazier, Miss Jennie Williams, and Mrs. Radwell, Mr. Ed Center, Mr. Al bert Preston, Mr. E. P. Frazier, Mr. J. Medlin and John Radwell. On the evening of Thursday, the 24 instant, Dr. Isadore Dyer, a prominent young physician of New Orleans, and Miss Amelia Wise, a petite and charm ing young lady of Brooklyn, N. Y., were quietly married at the residence of Dr. E. H. Barnett. Only the family of Dr. Barnett and Dr. and Mrs. M. B. Hutchins being present. The bride and groom left for New Orleans at II o’clock p. m. On November 10,1892, at the resi dence of the bride’s brother, in Honey Brook, Pa., Charles R. Haskins of At lanta, Ga., was united in marriage to Miss Clara Dorian, of Honey Brook. There will be at home to their friends at their residence on St. Charles avenue, after the 24 instant. No cards. A quiet, but happy marriage occur- ed on Sunday afternoon, at the resi dence of Mr. J. J. McMahon, on Raw- son street. The contracting parties were Mr. Joe Clay and Miss Emma Guild. Rev. Virgil C. Norcross performed the cere mony. On Thursday evening, at the home of the bride’s parents on Hunter street, at 7.30 o’clock, Miss Fannie Irwin land Mr. Thomas Hendrix were united in marriage, After the ceremony Mr. and Mrs. Hendrix left for a wedding trip. They will be at home in Atlanta after December 1st. A romantic marriage occurred here on Tuesday in which ("many Atlanta people will be interested. The contracting parties were Miss Julia Palmer of this city, and Mr. Ed. W. Harker, of Augusta. It seems that some opposition had been brought to bear, and so the young people decided to take matters in their own hands. The knot was tied about half-past 1 on Tuesday afternoon. The happy couple then left for their future home in Au gusta. The bride ]is well-known and has many friends in this city. The groom is also well-known in Atlanta, having been for some time salesman for Kahn Bros. They have the best wishes of many friends. Cave Springs, Ga, November 24.— Last evening at the Methodist Church, Miss Hattie Connor and Mr. William Sidney, both of this place, were united in marriage. The bride it the daughter of Mr W. O. Connor, president of the "state institution for the education of the deaf and dumb. She has many friends in Atlanta. Mr. Stevens is well known in Atlanta having been pastor of St. John’s church in this city. He is now pastor of the Methodist church at Cave Springs. Mr. and Mrs. Stevens have the con gratulations of a large circle of friends. On Tuesday evening at 8:30 o’clock at the residence of Mr. R. J. Griffin, 21 Howard street, occurred the marriage of Miss Minnie Lee Barnes and Mr. Charley Bloom, both of Charlotte, N.C. Miss Barnes is a sister of Mrs. Griffin and youngest daughter of Mr. W. B. Barnes, of Charlotte, a gentleman of much railroad fame and ability. She wore an elegant costume of gray cloth, trimmed in Persian braid, with hat to match and carried in her hand a’.bouquet of brides roses. Her only ornament was a lovely diamond pen dant, a gift from Mr. and Mrs. Griffin. The presents were many and very pretty, among them a beautiful watch, set with diamonds, from the groom. The happy couple left at 11 o’clock for Columbus, Ga., their future home. On Wednesday evening a very quiet but happy marriage occurred at 79 Johnson avenue, at which Mr. Edwin L. Merchant was united in marriage to Miss Gussie Ozmer. Rev. J. B. McClesky, of Grace chnrch performed the ceremonj*. The wedding was very private and only a few friends of the contracting parties were present. Mr. Merchant is the son of Mr. John R. Merchant and he has many friends to wish him unbounded happiness. One of the prettiest marriages re cently witnessed in Eastern Georgia was that of Miss Carrie Bailey to Mr. James Goodrich, which occurred at Harlem last week. The ceremony was performed by Rev. Chauncey M. Williams, the dis tinguished Episcopal minister of Au gusta. The bride was gowned in an elegant white silk, made en train and was given away by her brother, Mr. Thomas D. Bailey, of South Carolina, Mr. Wm. Goodrich, brother of the groom, acted as best man, and Miss Belle Howard Hicks, of Atlanta, as maid of honor. The bridesmaids were Miss Mattie Lou Paschal, of Harlem; Miss Poliie IFaii-on, of Grovetown: Miss Sarah Carroll and Miss Ida Good rich, of Augusta. There were no groomsmen. The bride carried a beautiful bou quet of chrysanthemums; her maids bouquets of pink roses. The parlors were adorned with very elaborate flo ral decorations. The presents which came irom local friends and from Augusta, Atlanta and other places were handsome and numerous. Miss Bailey is one of the most char ming young women in the State and Mr. Goodrich has been indeed fortu nate in winning her. Savannah is to be the home of the couple. The marriage of Mr. Robert Aber crombie Hyer to Miss Lizzie Fannin Jones, which occurred at Pensacola, Fla., on the evening of November 24th, was one of the most brilliant oc casions which has marked the present social season of that place. The bride is the eldest daughter of Mr. Boykin Jones, and a niece of Col onel W. D. Chipley, and the groom is well known in Atlanta and is con nected with some of the finest people here. Mr. W. H. Franklin, of this city, and Miss Gladys E. Emmick, of Elmore, O., were united in marriage last Tues day evening at the residence of Rev. H. Sanders, Fifth avenue, New York. A happy event occurred near Smarr’s Station, on Wednesday, when Miss Joe Lee Rumble was united in marriage to Mr. C. L. Green, of The Rock. The marriage took place at the residence of the bride’s parents, near Smarr’s, in the presence of a few friends. The newly wedded pair have the best wishes of their many friends. From Madison, Ga., comes the an nouncement of the marriage, at Har mony church, on Sunday, of Captain James H. Ainslie and Miss Bennie Ballard. The church was beautifully decora ted in evergreens and flowers,the bri dal couple standing under a floral arch, and oh a rug of pure, white chrysanthemums. After the ceremony, the company assembled, repaired to the residence of the bride and groom where a delightful repast was served. Both Captain and Mrs. Ainslie have numbers of friends in this section who wish for them all happiness in their new life. Invitations have been issued to the marriage, on next Thursday evening, December lit, of Miss Dora Gordon, of this city, and Mr. Y. T. Young, of Asheville, N. C. The wedding will occur at the home of the bride’s moth er on Victoria street. It will be a quiet affair. Miss Gordon is a young woman well Known and loved. She is a graduate of the Girl’s High School of this city. Mr. Young is a prosperous young bus iness man of Asheville. They have the congratulatious of a large circle of friends. Cards are out to the marriage of Mrs. Alice Josephine White and Mr. Theodore Burney, which occurs Tues day afternoon, December 6th, at the Church of Our Father. A reception will be held at the home of the bride’s mother, Mrs. Mc- Lellan, on Spring street, aud at mid night the bride and groom leave for Florida. Mrs. White is well known in Atlan ta and throughout the South, as one of the cleverest and most charming wo men, who have ever taken a stand in the world of busy workers and held a position whereby the force and lofti ness of her mentality and gracious womanhood. Mr. Birney has recently formed a partnership with Judge Anderson. He has the reputation of being a law yer of unusal force and culture. Mrs. A. E. Cloud has issuad invita tions to the marriage of her daughter, Miss Rosa Cloud, to Dr. Jno. Frances Cowan, which occurs at Jonesboro, Wednesday evening, December 7th. Mrs. Jessie Wagner, of Rome, has returned home after a delightful visit to friends here. crooker, of Cinoinn&tl, who has been spending some months in Hillman, Ga., In pursuit of health, to give on Thankgiving Day a supper to the en tire neighborhood. Provision was made for hundreds who enjoyed to the full extent the sumptuous repast and the kind thought whiob prompted it. Mr. Erkenbrocker is one of the men who know how to enjoy, in the truest way, their wealth. Ms. and Mrs. Robert Pigott will soon take up their residence in the cottage on West Peachtree, formerly oecupled by Mr. and Mrs. Walter Rhett. Atlanta in general and the North Side in particular will gladly weloome these pleasant people. Miss Nena Kenner, after a charm ing visit to Mrs. Ballard, on Crew street, has returned to her home in Dalton, mmoh to the regret of her nu merous friends here. Mrs. D. A. Stratter and Miss Eloise Stratter, of Richmond, Ya., are the guests of Mrs. Folly, on £Courtland street, where they will remain until after the holidays. Miss Dora Harris, a oharming and accomplished young lady from Little Rock, is the guest of hor cousin, Mrs. Goodwin, on Jackson street. Mrs. Henry Moffett and Miss Abhie Moffett,of Savannah, are the guests of Mrs. Crawford, on Windsor street, Mrs. M. E. Walker and Miss Eunice Walker, of Richmond, Va., are the guest of Mrs. J. M. Wallace, 268 Jack- son. It was a generous, kindly thought which prompted Mr. Albert Svken- Mrs. Hendree, is in Macon, the guest of her daughter, Mrs. R. E. Park. Mr. and Mrs. J. Quinton Adams, Who were married in Raleigh, some weeks since, have arrived from their bridal trip. They will make their future home in Atlanta. PERSONAL MENTION. A correspondent writing from Rome pays a deserved tribute to one of At lanta’s most brilliant young attorneys, Mr. Blewett Lee. Rome, Ga., November 23.—The La nier Circle held a delightful meeting last Thursday evening in the parlors of Shorter college. The usual programme wa3 not ad hered to strictly. In its stead a fin ished and elegant discourse UDon the ‘ Women of the Confederacy,” was breathlessly listened to by the mem bers of this organization. Mr. Blewett Harrison Lee, of Atlan ta, was the orator of the occasion. Being the son of General Stephen D. Lee, it of course, beats in his blood to be patriotic, but this patriotism voiced itself in an eloquence so touch ing, so refined, so chase, that language gives an inadequate idea of its beauty. Mr. Lee is full of sympathy, and knows full well the art of holding the attention of an audience. He grace fully steps from grave to gay. He at will commands the smile or the tear. The tribue which he paid to South ern women was exquisite. He ladued her as a queen; he worshipped her as the embodiment of all purity, holiness and self-sacrifice; he loved her as the truest type of the trusting, loyal sis ter, wife and mother. His effort w T as replete with humor, pathos and eloquence. The apprecia tion of this masterpiece of finished oratory was evinced by loud and oon- tinued applause during his delivery. This young attorney, whom the Gate City so proudly claims, possesses a deep and thoughtful mind and we pre dict for him a bright record in the an nals of the Georgia bar. In compliment to Mr. Blewett Lee’s address and because we love so deeply the “lost cause” every member on the programme for the evening related in some manner to the Confederacy. Mrs. J. W. Kries and her little daughter, are the guests of friends in Augusta. Miss Lilfian Lochrane is enjoying a charming time in Macon, as the guest of Miss Ida Mangham. Mrs. Bleeker Springs, of Raleigh, N. C., is the guest of Mrs. E. C. Peters. Miss Minnie Turner, of Conyers, is visiting Mrs. Sam Stovall, 187 Wylie street. Miss Montine Thomas, of Gaines ville, is the guest of Miss Gorday Riee and Mrs. J. M. High, at the lattef’s home on Peachtree street. Mrs. Albert Thornton is the gnest of Mrs. James Swann, in New York. Mrs. Alice Josephine White and Mrs. McClellan returned last week from an extended and snocessfnl tour of lectures, during which they visited Houston, San Antonio, Austin, Waco, Dallas, Tyler, Texarkana, Little Rock, Ark., and latterly Rome, Ga. Mrs. Bender, the charming wife of Hon. B. D'. Render, of Meriwether, is in the eity. Mrs. Sarah Bryan, of Floyd county, is in Atlanta. Mrs. D. N. Speer is the guest of Mrs. George Speer, in LaGrange. Miss Katherine Wood, of Rome, is the guest of her cousin, Miss Birdie Crew, on Hains street. Miss Addie Metcalf, of Kentucky, is the guest of her sifter, M>*. Will Plane. Miss Metoalf belongs to a fam ily noted for the beauty and attractive* ness of its women, and fully bears out the reputation of the came, in her own case. She wiii be charmingly en tertained. Miss Mary Owens, of Chattanooga, who on a former visit to Atlanta, made many friends here, is the guest of Mrs. Howard, on Johnson street. Mr. George S. May has arrived in New York, after an absence of several months abroad. Miss Delia Arnold, an attractive young hidy from Senoca, is visiting Miss Jessie Griffin, at 21 Howard street. Mr. Henry Bloom, of Sumter, S. C., was in the city last week, in attend ance on the marriage of his brother. Mr. Jim Robinson is in New York for some days stay. Mr. and Mrs. Paul Romare are es tablished in their handsome new home on North avenue. This charm ing family will be a great addition to the social life of their new seotien. Cards are out to the debut recep tion of Miss English on the 30th. Mrs. J. M. Bill and Miss Pauline Bill are guests o? Mrs. L. R. Allen, 73 Mitchell street. Miss Mamie Curran, after a pleasant visit to Miss Frances Smith, on Wil liams street, has returned to her home in Macon. Mr. J. J. Orchard with his bride are at home to their friends at the Kimball. Mrs. Orchard is a beautiful and brilliant woman and was a great belle in Dallas society. She will prove a decided acquisition to Atlanta’s cir cles. Colonel Thomas P. Stovall and wife, will spend several months with Mrs. H. Z. Orohard, 9S Formwalt street. Miss Katie Lanier, after spending seme time as the gnest of Miss Clara Pause, on Battle Hill, has returned to her home in Chattanooga. Mrs. Howard W illiams, after several months spent with her sister, Mrs. Woolfork, in New York, has returned home. Miss Sadie Williams accompa nied her mother. Mr. and Mrs. C. C. Ryerson. of Brooklyn. N. Y., are the guests of Mr. C. J. Daniel on Forest avenue, Mrs. Charles M. Cobh, of Edgefield, t S. C., accompanied by her two attractive children, i3 the guest of her mother, on Luokie street.