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Newspaper
Athens Banner
Location
Athens, Georgia, United States of America
Date
Jun 19, 1913
Page
2
The calendar notes a Woman's Christian Temperance Union meeting at 6 PM at the Christian church and the Tribble-Dick wedding at 8 PM this Thursday.
Miss Sara Frances White married Morris Yow of Toc oa last night at nine in a country home ceremony attended by a large assembly. Rev. E L Hill officiated with elaborate decor of smilax, pink tulips, Easter lilies, and electric lights across a grand, romantically lit setting.
A bridal season unfolds in Athens as Ruth Tribble and Sam Dick wed at the First Presbyterian Church with a reception at 419 Milledge Avenue. Notable guests travel from Atlanta, Philadelphia, Paducah, and beyond to honor the couple and their families. The Sturgeon Rothe engagement pairs Ida Marie Sturgeon and Dr. H H Rothe, with plans after a San Antonio visit and a future Athens home.
Miss Miriam Haselton hosted a refined afternoon tea in honor of Miss Carnee Davis with visiting Lucy Cobb girls taking part. The hostess’s home featured artistic ferna Brown-eyed Susans and Queen Annes lace decorations and a lattice arch on the side porch framed the gathering.
A bright event showcased wicker furnishings and palms with ferns as a cozy corner for young belles and beaux. The receiving line included Haselton and numerous out of town guests from Columbus Atlanta New Orleans and Russell Ga. About two hundred guests enjoyed refreshments while Miss Haselton impressed as hostess.
Important notice states the regular monthly meeting of the Woman's Christian Temperance Union will convene this afternoon at five o'clock at the Christian church. It notes postponement due to bad weather and invites all interested in the work.
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