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I streamers by Mesdames Quebe Spinneweber said the words ! and A. P. Perry a shower of rice I which made them man and wife, fell from a pink silk bag suspend- After the ceremony the nuptial ed above. A butler then appear- mass was said by Father Spinne-ed bringing a large box orna- weber, the music for which was mented in ribbon bows, which he furnished by the Matinee Musical delivered to the bride-elect. Sup- Club, of which the bride was a plementing this the hostess pre- much-loved member. Mr. Robert sented Miss Marshall with a sil- Lee Hale accompanied on the ver spade, the handle adorned violin throughout the ceremony with bow of pink maline and and mass.streamers of ribbon holding tiny horseshoes and wedding bells, requesting that the spade be used to remove the sawdust from the box, when her future would be unearthed. The fortune proved to be a box of valuable gifts from friends. At the conclusion of the shower, hot chocolate and fruit cake were served during which time Mrs. C. M. Sessions gave a toast to “The Bride.”BROOKS-MARSHALL.One of the most beautiful wedding ceremonies that has been seen in Rockdale was that which united Miss Lila Marshall of this city, to Mr. William J. Brooks of Austin, at St. Joseph’s Catholic church Tuesday morning at 9:30 o’clock, the beautiful ring cere-After mass the bridal party repaired to the hospitable Marshall home, where an elaborate wedding breakfast was served.Mr. and Mrs. Brooks were then accompanied to the train by a number of friends and relatives, where the usual rice shower and throwing of old shoes was had. They went to San Antonio for a brief honeymoon, after which they will be at home in Austin.The bride was attired in a going-away coatsuit of broadcloth, with moleskin trimmings, with hat, shoes and gloves to match. Her only adornment was a beautiful platinum bar pin with diamond setting, the gift of the bridegroom. She carried a shower boquet of Bride’s roses and liliies of the valley.Mrs. Bauer, matron of honor,“PUSHING TO THE FRONT”ORSUCCESS UNDER DIFFICULTIESBy Dr. Orrison Swctt MardcnGreat inspirational writer. Especially designed to arouse the best in boys and girls, young men and young women—Hear your pastor on endorsing this as the greatest book of its kind—the book that makes men and women.Miss Watkins will be glad to show this masterpiece of literature to all who are interested in putting the best in their homes.Cut PricesOnNewMillineryIn order to reduce my big stock I am offering 25% discount on all Trimmed Hats to close out$10.00 Hata are now $7.50 $5.00 Hata are now 3.75 $2.00 Hata are now 1.50Many Othera in ProportionLarge stock to select fromJUST RECEIVED—a few choice selections in thenewSilver and Gold Lace, anincluded in discount sale.White Pattern Hats, notMrs.DoraPooleTHE OLD RELIABLE MILLINERmony of the church being used j wore a blue Georgiette in all its impressive solemnity by gown with gold trimming, Rev. Fr. Simon Spinneweber of Cameron.The beauty of the church altar was greatly augmented by artistic arrangements of ferns and white crysanthemums, and a large concourse of relatives, friends andwell wishers were gathered to witness the ceremony.Promptly at the hour Mrs. Sam B. Perry, at the organ, began the strains of Mendlesohnn’s wedding march, accompanied by Mr. Robert Lee Hale on the violin. The bridal party marched in preceded by the ushers, Messrs. J. Q. Baldridge and Will Vogel, followed by the matron of honor, Mrs. J. E. Bauer, and the bridesmaid, Miss Vanderpool of Galveston. Then came the bride, never before so lovely, on the arm of her father, Mr. W. H. Marshall. At the altar rail they were met by the bridegroom and his best man, Mr. Ralph Nuhn, of Austin. While the bridal party was standing Mrs. W. A. Coffield sang “Oh Promise Me,” after which Fatherto match. Miss Vanderpi bridesmaid, wore a gown white taffeta with Georgi* crepe, hat to match. Both lt;ried shower boquets of roses.The wedding presents many and beautiful, and inent among them was a chessilver, the remembrance ofemployers of the bridegroorr Austin.The bride is a native daug]of Regal Rockdale, havingreared from childhood here,ever being known and lovedher brightness, her beautyher sweet disposition. No i popular girl has ever gone from the portals of our little and in congratulating the „ groom The Reporter and all friends, whose name are are sincere and earnest, foi know that he has indeed wlt; prize. Mr. Brooks is a prlt; ing young business man of Capitol City, and is a g of integrity and standinMay happiness and attend them.
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Rockdale Reporter and Messenger
Rockdale, Texas, US
Thu, Nov 30, 1916
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