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THE ENQUIRER, CINCINNATI, THURSDAY, JUNE 15, 1939 8 4D (D II IE BRILLIANT WEDDING Nuptials Impressively Solemnized flHO giveth this beloved) nuptials will ever forget this lm- which there Is a tinge of purple. 3 daughter to this beloved! presslve wedding ritual, to which Her broad-brimmed hat was of daughter to this beloved toast-colored straw. the officiating clergyman, garbed sum, was ine queBiiun in -A jrrgELPHINIUM in all the lovely graduated cerulean hues of these i'liSl 1 tatc'y seasonal blossoms Bet the decorative keynote of the i tea which Mrs. Henry Albert Lackman gave yester-a day afternoon at the Cincinnati Country Club to present her tall, blonde-haired debutante, Miss Ann Hopkins Lackman. This spacious, white-pillard clubhouse, which adapts Itself particularly well to so generous a hospitality as this function proved 'to be, was yesterday transformed Into a veritable garden, so many and so lovely were the flowers sent this hostesss and her guest of honor.

iTheae were arranged in the broad entrance hall, the many-windowed overlooking the golf course and swimming pool, and particularly in the lounge. Ornamental pihes, so tall that their needled boughs towered high bove the heads of the guests, were massed at the far end of the lounge. Which were combined In the vivid robes of their religious office, lent new meaning by their Impressive pronouncement of the Episcopal marriage service. Fraught The long tea table was decorated with lilies and tall Ivory tapers, a few of the intimates of the hostess presiding In turn at this center of hospitality. After receiving the felicitation of their friends, the bridal party and the out-of-town guests assembled at the residence of Mr.

and Mrs. Dietz on Fairfield Avenue for a buffet supper and the joyous ceremony of cutting the wedding cake before the churchly dignity and paternal love as yesterday afternoon Reverend John Howard Mellsh, rector of Holy Trinity Church, Brooklyn, officiated at the marriage of his son, Reverend William Howard Mcllsh, to Miss Mai-y Jane DieU, the daughter of Mr. and Mrs. William Conrad E. Diets.

jhese trees framed the receiving with new meaning were the traditional vows, as Mr. Nelson presided at the wedding ceremony, and Mr. Melish pronounced the benediction over his son and daughter. TARISII RECEPTION. Immediately following the ceremony the bridal party assembled in the spacious auditorium of Christ Church parish house lor a joyous reception, not only the triends of thig bride and groom and -line and provided a verdant background for the massive white urns, PP: i vi -r- III 1 which was placed on a separate table near the windows, where delicious Rhine wine punch was enjoyed by these guests.

bride and groom departed on their placed on high pedestals veiled In foliage In which were massed perfect spikes of delphiniums, varying Reverend Frank H. Nelson, the Assisting in the gracious respon beloved rector-emeritus of Christ Church and a friend of long stand from palest blue to a royal purple, sibilities of the afternoon were Mrs. Lackman's sister. Mrs. William wedding journey, the destination of which they would not reveal.

The bride's golng-away frock was of cream-colored alpaca, worn with fitted coat of black silk and a small black hat. and accentuating the shell-pink tint Swiffler of Chicago, who with her ing of the groom and of his family, of the long-stemmed rosebuds which formed the center of each of these daughter, Miss Wtlma Swiffler, ar of their families, but likewise every member of the parish having been bidden to this aftermath. also officiated at this impressive rived in town on Monday, and three of the hostess' cousins, Mrs. John Hoffman, Mrs. Jacob Tuechter, nuptial service, Reverend William Howard Mellsh being the assistant rector of this Important parish.

MEMORABLE CEREMONY. Seldom, If ever, has Christ Church and Mrs, E. A. Wagner Upon their retuin to town about the first of August Mr. Melish and his bride will be established with the latter's parents until their plans are more definitely fixed and until they can secure just the place which suits their needs.

Mrs. John A. Hoffmann looked especially lovely In her gown of ature blue chiffon with a stunning plaid design in tone of black and white. Her large cartwheel chapeau The receiving line, which Included Mr. and Mrs.

Dietz, Rev. and Mrs. John Howard Mrlish, the bride and groom, and the bride's attendants, taking their places before a verdant background of foliage decorated with clusters of June lilies. Mrs. Diet looked espnclally handsome in a gown of violet-red chiffon worn over a taffeta founda been the setting of a more memorable i4 r4 I "4 1 A rv 1 of black straw was banded in soft and stirring ceremony than that which took place yesterday afternoon at half after 4 o'clock in the presence of a large company which arrangements.

Ferns were also used to outline this' setting, their paler green fronds emphasising the vivid tones of the rosebuds and other exotic blossoms which ran the gamut of that which Ingenuity In the matter of flower arrangements can devise. THE RECEIVING LINE, tn this picturesque setting Mrs. Lackman and her slim, attractive daughter took their places to welcome their guests. Mrs. Lackman worn a gown of ciel blue, the bodice being of sheerest lace and the flaring skirt of organsa.

Her brond-bi immod hat completed this ensemble to perfection. The bright particular star of the blue ribbon. Mrs. Jacob Tuechter chose for this occasion a chalky white silk crowded every available inch of this THE PHELPS RESTAURANT 506 E. Fourth St.

LUNCHEON AFTERNOON TEA DINNER (ffwrrniioFia MA lOd.l stately religious edifice. gown topped by a becoming match ing hat. tion of the same tone. Her hat was a brimmed one, and her shoulder bouquet of orchids. The groom's mother was gowned In chiffon of that tone of blue In Promptly at the appointed hour Rev.

Mr. Nelson and Rev. Mr. Mel-ih took their places in the white- Mrs. Edward A.

Wagner, Who presented her debutante to society at atiandsnme tea on Tuesday aft ernoon, wore a clel-blue crepe gown carpeted chancel, Illuminated with countloBg candles, while white snapdragons and other snowy blossoms arranged only upon the altar em f4 Swmmm ft figured In palest chartreuse. Mrs, William Swiffler of Detroit afternoon was a picture-book drbu- was a handsome figure in hnr blank phasised the gold decorations and vaulted ceiling, and provided a dig and white printed frock with a chic tante In her flowing gown of delicate silk net. Oracefull bouffant as to skirt, the square necked nified, yet beautiful frame for the black chapeau. Her daughter, Miss Wllma Swiff- bodice with its tiny puffed sleeves awe-lnsplring plighting of the bridal troth. ler.

wore a tailored white silk frown were delicately printed in deep wine. As the groom and his best man, Miss Constance Pogtie wore with his brother, Mr. John Robert MeliKh of Brooklyn, took their places at her powder blue linen frock an off- Her garden hat of white straw, with blue velvet banc' and long streamers which fell almost to the hem of her gown, wni worn well back on her blond curls, the brim the-face chapeau of navy blue the chanoel steps, the vested choir trimmed In veiling. of Christ Church, both men and women, entered the church, and drooping at the front to shade her I Ul II made their way, singing from the sparkling eyes in an extremely be Presiding at the tea tables were this season's charming galaxy of debutantes, all of whom looked especially charming In their pastel 421 Rare Slrwl 123 ANNOUNCE A SECOND "Twin Chair' Sale! Buy 2, 4, 6, or More Fine Texteel Garden Chairs, In Pairs, Now At These Low Prices hymnals which each held, down the central aisle to the choir stalls atj coming manner. Her 'kwers were a large, very graceful arm bouquet either side of the chancel.

hued summer frocks, Miss Harriet Woods, the dehu- As they took their places in this of delphinium and pink roses. FLORAL TRIBUTES. smilax veiled enclosure, their won tanle daughter of Mr. and Mrs, A OuUtanding among the many unique floral tributes sent this debu Alfred Woods, wore a becoming frock of chartreuse silk topped by a quilet bodice of this same chic hue. Her brimmed leghorn chapeau was adorned with a wide grosgrain derfully trained voices were raised in the joyous strains of the traditional wedding march.

I Leading the bridal processional were the ushers, Messrs. Fred Norton Leonard of New York, Mr. Wal-1 ter Frederick K6etle of Kew Gardens, Long Island, Rev. Robert E. Leake, rector of St.

Albans, Bexley. Ohio: Mr. William Stephen Dietz, llboon of orchid tint. Miss Mary Carothers wore a tai lored gown of dubonnet silk dotted in white, her wine-hued chapeau being banded In white ribbon, Mr. RolBnd Ernest Deltz, Mr.

J. Miss Greta Van Antwerp looked tante, who has a very charming personality, was that which her grandmother, Mrs. David Hopkins, brought with her from her home in Philadelphia. This was one of the smart, very modern, photograph frames which are that In name only, since they are merely crystal-clear glass, held by clasps of shining metal. In lieu of a picture, delicate matden's-hair fern was pressed between its shining surfaces, while exotic orchids of rust red and chartreuse were silhouetted against this background.

Hopkins, who arrived in town yesterday, found many friends "in this gay throng, for she formerly resided at Terrace Park. Her especially charming In her powder Rawson Collins, and Mr. Starbuck Smith, Jr. blue silk frock printed In rose and yellow flowers. Miss Carolyn Warner chose THE BRIDESMAIDS.

They were followed by the bride's Carlson Portrait. attendants, who entered in single frock of chalky white crepe with a softly draped bodice and topped by a white straw hat worn far back MRS. JOSEPH DICUS MESSLER file and made their way slowly down the long Isle, marked with Its on her golden curls. of henor. Clustered In her blonde ITH serene dignity mm and the brothers of the bride, William ihp Long of Newcastle, Pa and Hugh towering Cathedral tapers and large clusters of daisies at each "7 -7-i h'fJt-i'? i V'J lip I jj -g 95 II Jw eac'1 4 A.9 Miss Jane Wagner's stunning coat of tan was enhanced by her frock beauty impressive curls were two crimson roses.

Adding an arresting note of con pew head. Included In this group were Mrs. Richard Peterson of jrnwn was a handsome one of shell A marriage 6f Miss Ellw- McDlarmld tchty. -J beth Louise Gamble, the Immediately following the ushers trast to these lovely ensembles were the garlands of. fragrant summer flowers which these attendants car Bronxville, N.

Y.j Mrs. Alexander of turquoise linen trimmed at the high rounded neckline with a white pique bow. Miss Betty Deupree's frock of ashes of roses crepe was topped by a quilted Jacket. Miss Margaret Hall chose a linen ded, these unique lols proving ex Letch of Evansville, Miss Jean Richardson, Mrs. Alvln H.

Knoll, Mrs. Edward Crawford Elsey, and pink chiffon, the long skirt and Jwidlce with Its short coatee being ISuihanced by applique of sheer lace. 3eT large hat was decorated with a iluatcr of pink cornflower. She -rwme on only for her aranddaugh-jFat's debut, but her friends hopr rv persuade her to remain in town UlTjeaat until the week end, THE TEA TABLES. ceptionally effective both in their originality and in their decorative aspect.

Made up of single blossoms of gladioli, deep blue delphinium, gown of aquamarine hue which wan decorated from the high rounded neckline to the hem with fluffy eggshell tassels. i were tne Dnaesmaias Misses daughter of Mr. and Mrs, Cecir Eleanor Polrler, Annabelle O'Brien, tluggins Gamble, to Mr. Joseph 'Elsa Thompson. nd Linda Shercr DIcus Messier, the soh of Mr, and of Greenwich, Conn.

These charm-Mrs. Joseph Watson Messier 0rj mald of whom are tall and i slender looked exquisite in their Springfield, Ohio, was solemnlisedj ROwng of aqua.maHne net. These last evening at half after six o'clock frocks with their becoming square at the Avondale Presbyterian necklines and high puffed sleeves, This stately religious edifice, with! wcre encircled from bodice to hem i (with narrow bands of stitched Its majestic white Corinthian pillars and gracefully sloping archways.j The matrons-of-honor, Mis. Hugh was made doubly effective by the McDiarmid Ritchey (Mary Corinne exquisite floral arrangements. Full- Gamble), the elder sister of the Miss Margaret Gruen.

Miss Mary Elizabeth Critchfield of Hartford, was the maid of honor, her mother having served in this same happy office at the marriage of Mr. and Mrs. Dietz. She has since childhood been an intimate friend of their daughter and indeed was her classmate at Wellesley. Her gown wbs of cornflower pink XX I di, il- i red roses, and white daisies, and tied with blue and purple satin ribbon, these wreaths wcre looped in graceful swirls.

THK BRIDE. Entering on the arm of her fath i. n- l. in i iuiic oiiniaiii pone oonnci 2 (or only i-. looked especla Iv well with her 2E.

broad sun room, whose wide froc endows frame gllmps, of the golf gh ourse, the blue-green waters ofn, na blue nsemble er, who gave her in marriage, the bride, whese charm and gracious manner have wctn her countless in wine silk, polka-dotted in white. bride and Mrs. Jackson Wright 3ttite boxes filled to overflowing chiffon, the skirt softly shirred at the waistline and the draped bodice Miss Frances Rickctt's twinkling Ha rlr pvp onH Kim in at IaL- a tr (Madeline Potter) wore simitar blown white peonies, the multi-petaled centers of which were rh vivid pink and red petunias. fi-lnnHa rntK In rMnrlnnnM a fho gowns of a stunning shads of Kaai whnr Smith Pnlirtre from i having a V-shaped neckline and inesc ceu.r., ui set off by her silk gown printed in Here's your opportunity to buy two smart, light Texteel (the new spring action, cushion-type metal) terrace or garden chairs almost at a price you would expect to pay for one. These amar.lng chairs are as comfortable as an upholstered lounge chair, yet completely weather resisting.

Your choice of green, yellow or blue with white frame. Buy two or more In pairs today and save. tinged with palent pink, combined French Iris. This deep lavender Ytnm urvuisieu wnu uciimhiiiuui gnyest hues. i i i Viiia wna DVll-amit hAnnmlni, which alma mater she graduated js0ftlv draped sleeves, several years ago.

she was Presi- The Kwn the olh(T Upnd-dent of the entire student were thi? game bpcomlt1R was never more stunning. Her "t1? thywer? in queenly carriage, stately grace tone of blue chiffon two being handsome features-were set off UI'e. 9' rntloet blue, jmw p.n w.n Mlg8 julleft9 Esselborn wore a WU" lwlnlnK arrangements 01 -rplece being sentinelled by tal BtunlnRly cut f0B 0f charteuse green foliage, held aloft at 1 Whlte topped pewhead the slender fl.me-tlpped i iiv wniTn tapers which marked the double Wright. Otnntes of the year took thrlt Miss Joan Shaw, whose white silk and two of sapphire hue. white-clothed aisles leading to the Miss Margaret Gamble, the young- turban framed her chestnut curls, chose a gown of beige crepe.

Completing these ensembles were chancel. broad-brimmed leghorn hats, the est Bister of the bride, the maid of honor, was a stately beauty, in her gown, in color and style was Massed -t the chancel behind the perfection by her bridal gown. Fashioned of snowy white net, this gown with its high straight neck- Contlnurd On Tage II. white satin prle-dleu was a wide- identical with those of the matrons spreading panasche of these same edKes of which were outlined In lace, and banded in blue velvet ribbon, which fell In long streamers down the back. Each also wore K1 snowy blossoms flanked on either side by seven branch candelabra, this decorative triangular atrange- -places during the houts of this nos-Sttatlty.

the only additions to this t-osebud group being Miss Con-Ptance Pogue, an Intimate friend of 2iisB Lackman, and the letter's cnus-nn. Miss Wllma Swiffler of Chl-cago. All these attractive girls worn "as a charming adjunct to her smart afternoon frock, the debutante's a cluster of pink rosebuds Ijuid single, perfect delphinium blox--mi outlined with shell pink tulle. A broad garland of these same -flowers outlined the punchbowl an oval pin of pearls and BON VOYAGE mont being completed by smaller Miss Mary Norrls Wright's white silk gown was printed In emerald green. Miss Betsy Sunderland Keller enhanced her piquant beauty with a frock of softest blue silk printed in white.

Miss Nancy Sullivan was a chic figure in her white crepe frock printed in vivid tones. Among those who assembled to pay their respects to this hostess and her charming debutante were: Mm. Arthur Atnlgt. Mn. Clvdi Ab the gift of the bride to these attendants.

Their flowers were laige clusters of Shasta daisies, arranged clusters of white peonies at either side of the chancel. Rising to loftj heights from a shower of delicate woodwardla fern, which formed a verdant background for this effec in a graceful cascade bouquet. THE BRIDE. Poised and serene, the bride, who entered on the arm of her father, was a memorable picture In her bridal gown of softest whitr, satin. bott.

Ml Blnnchj Alter, Sin In UARIEMQNT INN tive floral array, were the gleaming golden pipes of the organ whose mellow tones rose to a triumphant crescendo at the approach of the bridal procession. THE BKIDAL TARTY, As the groom, his best man. Dr. AMcm, Mm. Wlllium ft.

Alt! Mm. Ruh-nrd Auntln. Mr. Jofcph B. Andrw, Mr.

Jnp-ih Anrirewt, Jr. Mn. Bnlllnppr, Mm Natalie BhII-Inuer, Mri R. Klrkwnnd Hroi1. 1iii Kulh ttrinlit.

Mrit Ana V. Guttrrfli-M. ktim -A family dinner hrrr vill raae Mh- Mraln of Mai.l'a-Day-Off Betty Buu'-riil(l, Mn Walter A. Buch. Joseph Pratt of Boston and the officiating clergyman, Dr.

O. Bar The V-shaped neckline was elab-l orated by delicate shirring, which also outlined the waistline, the skirt flaring to form a long train. The elbow-length sleeves wer softly diaped, and the bodice decorated with a handsome pin of seed prai ls. Her veil of precious lace, which Mrs. Dietz had secured for her daughter's wedding day during a sojourn in Venice, was exquisite against the soft satin of her bridal r.

(wear iir-rnnen. mi. Ernrt bck-ir, Mt. Arthur Brytr, Mn Wllllnir 1. Blutr, Mr.

Bvirly Butts. Mm Rnhert Bliirk Mikp Brhrci Bthr. Mrs. Vle-Inr Braithnr. Mm.

Arthur Broomll, Mm. Churleii Bnx-miin. Mrs. Chetfr B-mn. Miss Mctntdeii Bwn.

Mrt. J. Kflth Brnwninii. Mre. Ch9rl Bishop.

Mlna M.irllvn Mm. Arthur Buxtnn. Mlia Janet Buxton, Mm. Prentis BurliriRham. Miss Mary Bull.

Mm. W. Hrhtrt Bll. Mn, Ralph Bartitt, Mm Pan B-rtdot, MIm Berlha Ba'ier. Mm.

Braun. Mim Mary Rananm Covtll, Mm. David I I rett Rich took their places at the chancel atrps, the bride's attendants led by the matrons of honor entered from the vestry. Thi3 charming galaxy marched two by two with measured tread down the left aisle to the vestibule, where they met the bride. The processional then made its way up the right aisle led by the ushers, Messrs.

John Irrys of Minneapolis, Frederick Wallace of Springfield, Carl Fried, of Springfield, David Gamble, Edwin Gamble, and James Gamble, gown in which there was the slightest tone of pink. This delicate mesh was draped over her dark curls to Covtll, Mm. Christian Caldwtll, Mm- natrn u. carntntm. Marv softly frame her face, and was FRESKI COOL MILK topped immediately above her brow Mm Frank Cornell, MIm Patricia Cornell, Mm Ktlur Copt.

Mm Pearl Cnltiral, Ml Beuy Cuilla, Mrt Howard Cox, Mm. Allan Grain, Mim Judith Coliton, by a cluster of fragrant lilies of the valley and stephanotis. It's Refreshing! Continued On Fag It. These same waxy-petaled blos if 1 J-Sl soms formed her bridal bouquet, which was caught by a broad bow of white satin ribbon. Few who were present at these WE COULDN'T FIND A FOURTH For A Charming Threesome IN THE EAST.

Mr. and Mrs. Orville Ciane de parted on Tuesday by motor for the East via White Sulphur, Williamsburg, Washington, and New Of World -Famous Sporls Sfyris York, where they will spend sev eral days visiting the World's Fair there. From New Y01 Mr. Crane will go on to New Haven for his 25th class reunion at Yale Uni And now, during our Special "Twin Chair Sale" you can buy two of these larger Texteel garden chalra at a price so low you'll be amazed.

Extremely comfortable, and practtrally wear-proof, these attractive perennials will "bloom" In your garden for years to come. Green with white frame. Buy two or more. In pairs now at this lower price. versity.

Following these delightful visits Mr. and Mrs. Crane are looking for ward to enjoy a sojourn on the Connecticut coast before wending their way homeward. .95 .65 rach 12 iv20 2 or on Complete color and size assortment in our three famous sports skirts all at 6.50 Classic 9'gored Sfir( 0 Sharkskin- Cajsc 0-gorcd Sk'irl of French Flannel. Five-gored, tnopockel Skirl of Salyna.

AhCADE nflO MCE STREET A smart Texteel glider in yellow or green, with' Superfluous Hair Truths Why tnlmtt an nnlhtlv growth if si 1.1 oi HAIKf Our mrt hurt prrnianrnt-Iv. palnlFMly and hrmlrly dratrnya tlM rrniln nmklni ream v. th Impiiaallilr. I'OST IN MODIiRATK. CON HI I.TAHO, Whittleton of Inc.

103 NK-AVK Ill lXi. HOI 9 Up (. I'Hmt HB37. 13 Yearn In Cincinnati. white frame to match above chairs, each 32.45 International N-w.

MR. AND MRS. RALPH QUINN The photograph above was snapped aboard the Holland-American Line's flagship Nieuw Amsterdam, on which Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Quinn sailed on Tuesday from New York for London, where they will spend a week or so before going on to Paris, Norway, and Sweden.

They will return to Cincinnati on August I VISIT CLOSSON'S TODAY AND SAVE 6.

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