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Newspaper
Charleston Gazette
Location
Charleston, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Aug 30, 1925
Page
13
Charleston social circles eye a revival of the drawing room and afternoon tea as older generations push for restored home gatherings this fall. Mentors, aunts, and grandmothers anticipate rekindling the genteel salon tradition once common before the war, while younger residents test cautious revival efforts despite past misfires.
Mian Genevieve Wyatt rides Red Lily from White Sulphur with Alfred Liveany and Evelyn Caldwell of The Pines in Lewisburg winning the first hurdle. Second row features Evelyn Caldwell on Maple Tree jumpers and Judge Charles S. Dice riding Dardanella. Ann McClanahan on Lady Page. Batty Smith on Colleen. Bottom shows Mrs Allan Waters with her blue ribbon mara Maye Flower, a nationwide winner.
The Taylors are honored by Sunday school classes at the First brotherhood Enirvanat church with yellow and white decorations and framed tokens. A large list of attendees and organizers includes Mrs. Taylor and Mrs. Byrd among many names with gifts and farewells observed during a community gathering.
The Ligget Cameron wedding occurred at Dr Cameron's Mace Road home with only family and close friends present. Rev Tilean Youne officiated as Cameron's daughter wed in a palm and fern decorated setting with an altar of Toltiage. After the ceremony the couple left for a trip through the east and Canada.
Members of Charleston circles of the Kings Daughters vote to send a large delegation to the Wear Winwinla convention in Huntington. Plans outline hundred delegates from Huntington chapter with listed officers and participants and a series of local events preceding the meeting.
Mrs N S Starr celebrated her daughter's birthday with a formal party at the Haventh sondaiversiary venue. Guests included Mrs Hurl Hendley Mrs Say Tray and many relatives with refreshments served and a display of gifts and greetings throughout the event.
A social gathering at Mrs Johnson's home honored official Mrs Foman, with attendees including Mrs Wood, Miss Coffey, Mrs Sullivan, and Mr Mathews. The event appears tied to a West Virginia charitable or civic group and featured several local residents and supporters.
A Woman's Club announces a substantial series of programs and events featuring speakers from various communities. Notable participants include Mrs. I 8 Shatter, Senator Clyde Titccher Arai Jiu, and Mrs Benedt Cater, with meetings set across multiple dates and venues, highlighting literature, music, and community service activities.
The Blumbergs mark twenty years of marriage with an anniversary celebration invitation. The notice requests guest confirmations and mentions Mr and Mrs M Bl. Blumbara of Michigan as hosts. The event is planned for an evening gathering with family and friends, aiming to honor the couple’s partnership and milestone.
Society takes interest in showing of horses with beauties and horses attracting local crowds. The article notes renewed public fascination with equestrian displays beyond Kentucky and mentions notable spectators and events at the fair.
Sigma Chis held their annual banquet in the Yost room of the Huffover hotel with many members listed among the attendees. The piece notes a social scene around horse shows in southern West Virginia including attire trends and spectators from Lewisburg White Sulphur and neighboring communities.
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