RECENT WEDDINGS

New Zealand Mail, Issue 1715, 11 January 1905, Page 25

RECENT WEDDINGS

VON ZEDLITZ—FITZHERBERT. (BY "ERIE”) There was much kindly ainxiety as to what Wednesday's weather would be. A very large ciiole oi friends wished the sun ot happiness to same on the bride of that afternoon. Actual rain kept off, and all were thankful for it. The marriage of Miss Alice Maud Fitzherbert, eluest daughter of Mr and Mrs W. Fitzherbert, to Professor G. *v . von Zedlitz, son of Baron von Zedlitz, of Newlcirch. caused much Interest in the Lower liutt. where the bride and lier parents are so ividely and kindly known. The bride’s gr and parents, cjtr VV iiliant and Lauy Fitzherbert, were amongst the earliest settlers in the district. idler aunt and uncle, fciir iraurck and Lady Lucktey, bemg equally well known ana respected. The quaint little church was tasieiuliy decoratea oy the girl friends ■>f the brine, and the service was fuily choral. Mr Robert Parker, orgamst of St. Paul’s Pio-cathearal, pressed at the oigan. The bride were au extremely pretty gown of white sat.n with lace yoke and frills of chiffon and lace. The skirl, whicn was gauged at the waist, was quite wiciioui any train. A i-.vely ve.i was lent lor the ceremony in'hrullilmenv of the old rhyme auout a bmde s toilette —•“Something old, and something new. So mething borrowed, and something blue.”

The bride's bouquet was composed of exquisite white rosea anti other flowers and maidenhair, The eight bridesmaids were tlie bride’s four sisters, _M «sses Isa, Dorothy, Kitty, ana Eileen Fitzherbert, and Miss Sybil Fitzherbert (Palmei ston), cousin oi the bride, and Miss Olive Gore. Miss Judith Purdy, and Miss Mur.el Ritchie. They wore very charming costumes of ivory satin with yokes of tucked chiffon and frills of lace fastened with blue silk embioidered motifs and sashes oi' blue eli.ff ->n with voluminous and flowing mids. They wore gold necklets with blue enamelled pendants, the gifts of the bridegroom. They had very pretty wreaths of pink i. ay, worn in place of hats, with most becoming effects, and carried bouquets or sweet- peas. Mr F. Latham was best man. 'Pile ceremony was penormed by the Bishop of Wellington, assisted by the vicar, Rev. Joshua Jozies.

There was a large reception at "Ma-rs-den,” the residence of the bride’s parents, after tli9 ceremony. Tlie numerous guests found the bridal party in a picturesque group under a spreading tree on the lawn, where the good wishes and congratulations were received. There was a large marquee also erected on the lawn, where on a platform wa>s a table with tlie lovely big wedding cake surmounted by a silver- vase filleel with white roses and summer irias. The wedding party were in a semicircle round this table and the effect of the group was charming. The bride cut the cake with due rites, and there was an anxious quest for the ring. Dr Newman proposed the health oL the happy pair in a felicitous speech, and the professor replied in a happy manner. Mr Harcourt proposed tne health of the bride’s parents, 'which was drunk with great heartiness, and Mr Fitzherbert duly replied. Mrs Fitzherbert wore a very charming grey gown with tiny black spots, and a becoming toque of white chiffon and black velvet bows. It had tulle strings, a pink rose or two under the edge. Her bouquet was of lovely carnations. The bride’s going away dress was of cream silk canvas, with a sash of silk with chine rosebuds and a large white hat with lovely plume round it and a pink rose at the back. Mrs Hoi worthy (aunt of Die bride) wore a pretty pale grey de soie gown and black picture hat. Mrs Henry Fitzherbert (Palmerston) had a white linen gown with velvet bows, and black chiffon hat. Mrs Riddiford wore a charming confection of tourquoise blue with soft shades of cream lace and black hat. Mrs A. Pearce had a lovely ivory gown witii embroidered tucks and bands of coloured silks and picture hat. Mrs Buicombe Brown wore a French grey voile gown with cream vest, and pretty black hat. Miss Riddiford (Palmerston) wore a floral silk muslin with many lace- frills and pink hat. Miss A. Brandon had a stylish black voile costume and black hat. Mrs Rankin-Brown wore deep biscuit crepe de chine costume and hat with blue velvet bows.

Miss K. Fitzgerald had an ivory voile with touches of rose colour. Mrs (Dr) Kendal wore a floral muslin gown and picture hat. Mrs Larnach wore a handsome black costume and hat. Mrs Bothell had a pretty green canvas going away gown and hat. Mrs Hugh Beetham wore a lovely blue voile gown with beautiful ruffles of Brussels lace. Miss Harcourt and her sister had cream cloth costumes. Miss M. Waldegrave had a light green canvas gown ana white liat. Miss Duncan had a light costume and pretty coat of grey cloth and black hat. A'oongst other guests were Mr and Mrs Duncan, Mrs and Miss Butts, Mr and Mrs W. H. Turnbull, Miss Johnston, Dr and Mrs Purdy, Mr, Mrs, and Miss Brandon. Professor von Zedlitz has built a pretty house on the hill at the back of Mr Fitzherbert’s residence, only a short distance from the bride's old home. WALSH—FAN TH AM. On the 27th Dececmber at St. Mary of the Angels Church, Boulcott street, Wellington, by the Rev. Father O’Shea. Gertrude B. Walsh, youngest daughter iof Mr E. J. Walsh, was married to Richard, youngest son of the late Mr Arthur A. Fantham, J.P., Kg m ant View Farm, Hawera. The bride was given away by her father, and was attired in white chiffon over glace silk. The bodice had deep shoulder yoke of ruched chiffon edged with Horiton lace, the trained skirt with two accordeonpleated frills looked very becoming trimmed with horseshoes and true lovers’ knots with the customary tulle veil and orange blossoms. The bride also wore a pearl pendant, the gift of the bridegroom. She was attended by four bridesmaids, Miss Annie O'Brien, Miss

Agnes Walsh, Miss Fanny Whelan, and miss Nellie O’Neill, their dresses being white muslin, trimmed with champagne lace Miss O’Brien’s dress with broad belt of mandarine colour and picture hat with mandarine roses. The three others wearing picture hats with pink roses and broad belts of forget-me-not blue. Their gifts from the bridegroom were: —Miss A. O’Brit n, peairl dagger brooch: Miss A. Walsh, emerald and diamond ring; Miss F. Wlielan, gold watch; and Miss O’Neill, gold cross. The bridegroom was attended by liis brother, Mr F. Fantham, Mr J. Fay, and Mr R. Sievers. After the ceremony a reception was held in Spiller’s Hall, where a large number of guests were entertained. The happy couple left by the 4 p.m. train for the Wairarapa. The bride’s travelling dress was a navy blue tailor-made costume, with mushroom halt of cornflour blue to match. The presents were valuable aud useful, and the following is a list:—Mrs T. O’Neill, Hawera, very handsome chairs and table; Mrs Sexton, Hawera, card table; Miss Walslx, brass fender and iron; Miss M. Walsh, coal shuttle; Mrs Redmond, silver and cut glass jam dishes; Mrs ■ Whelan, handsome salad bowl; Misses Carrigan, pretty vases; Mr M. Murphy, beautiful silver ealce basket; Mr P. McArdle, oak and silver salad bowl; Mrs Aldridge, silver breakfast cruet; Mr and Mrs McPharland, silver tray; Miss R.. Moar, large fern pot; Miss Ada Marshall; very handsome vases; Mrs F. Hilton, beautiful salad bowl; Mr and Mrs Dwyer, very handsome dinner cruet; Miss Lily Collins, large fern pot; Mrs Pender, handsome pair vases; Mrs Midlane, silver salt cellars; Miss Williams, very handsome umbrella stand; Mr J. Smith, set handsome tea spoons; Mr Quinn, handsome silver and oak biscuit barrel; Mr Patterson, pretty cheese crock; Mr Walsh, cheque; Miss Richards, set silver spoons; Mies Hickmott, Christchurch, set silver spoons; Miss A. Walsh, copper kettle and silver jewel case; Miss C. Mcßain, handsome fruit dishes; Mrs Downing (Upper Hutt), silver bread knife and fork; Mrs Snodgrass, very pretty cosy; Mr .1. McQuire, silver mustard pot; Mrs Simeon, very handsome ball stand; Mrs Levy, handkerchief satchel; Mrs Slattery, very handsome silver candlesticks; Mrs J. Bren ton (Greytown),. silver butter knife; Miss Nellie Whelan and Mies E. Kelly, very pretty afternoon tea set; Mrs Beekensale, set silver spoons, Mrs Craig and family, handsome water jug and glasses; Mrs Molt, very pretty butter dish; Mrs Hyde, handsome jug and glasses; Mr W. McGoldrick, set silver butter knife and jam spoon; Misses A. and M. Hutchen, very handsome silver egg stand; Mr J.

Thompson, set silver butter knives; Miss A. Watson, silver bread knife and fork; Miss Watson, silver butter knife; Mrs Scockley Jones, silver bread fork; Miss Kate Myers, silver toast rack; Mr and Mrs Rout, silver butter knives; Mrs E. Arno d, very handsome chair; Miss Daisy Moller, large Teneriffe tray cloth; Mrs Ross, serviette rings; Mrs Sexton, household linen; Mrs H. Sullivan and family, silver crumb plate; Miss El. Collins, very pretty fruit basket; Miss L. Lawless, handsome ornaments; Miss A. Marshall, clock; Miss Nazor (Ilutt), painted fire screen; Mr R.. Sievers, lovely silver tea pot; Mrs Fay, handsome dinner cruet; Mrs Beauchamp, handsome set carvers; Miss Annie O’Brien, silver sugar scuttle; Miss Fanny Whelan, silver hot water jug; Mw Goldwater, very pretty honey pot am’ stand; Mr and Mrs B. Barker (Hawke’s Bay), silver cream and sugar basin; Mrs Kelly, lovely silver tea pot; Miss Kelly, handsome set carvers; Mrs G’Shanressey (Christchurch), silver sugar scuttle; Mr W. Butler, handsome biscuit barrel; Misses E. and M. Smith, silver afternoon tea spoons; Miss MeVein, very handsome vase; Mrs Oakes, toilet vases; Mr F. Fantham, cheque; Mr and Mrs Rooney (Waikoxi, Auckland), handsome travelling rug; handsome vases and work boxes. senders names mislaid. SWANSON—SCOTT. A very pretty wedding was solemnised on Wednesday, December 28tli, at St. John’s Church, Trentliam, by the Rev. Cecil Smith, when Mr Edward Swanson, of Whiteman’s Valley, was married to Miss Edith Scott, of Trentliam. The bride, who was given away by her brother-in-law, Mr F. Luers, was dressed in crepe de chine, with flowing train, and flounce of Brussels lace worked by the bride’s mother. The bodice had a dee]) shoulder yoke prettilv trimmed with Brussels lace and chiffon. The bride’s veil, which was beautifully embroidered, was caught over a coronet of orange blossoms. The bride, who carried a lovely shower bouquet, was attended by three bridesmaids. Miss Scott (Sydney), sister of the bride, gowned in cream silk, trimmed with Brussels lace, and lace hat with ostrich feathers; and Misses Eu..j and Jnssie Luers, her nieces, wearing pretty white muslin frocks and white liats trimmed with blue ribbons. They also wore pearl and ruby brooches, gifts of "he bridegroom. Mr J. Gorrie Was best man. The church was tastefully decorated bv friends of the bride; a wedding bell made in flowers by Mrs Connell and Miss Gassie Connell being consmeuous. Mrs J. W. Williams played

! the ‘'Wedding March.” After the cere- | mony tlie guests were entertained at [ afternoon tea at Mr Luers’s residence. Tne bride’s travelling dress was blue voile with Victorian yoke of handsome lace, and a cream hat trimmed with pink roses. Mrs Scott (mother of the bride) wore black figured voile with point lace, bonnet of jet and steel; Mrs Leurs, cornflower blue dress trimmed with point lace, white silk front, liat with yellow roses; Mrs Hagan, black silk mantle, bonnet relieved with white; Mrs Russell, cream figured lustre, hat to match; Mrs Swanson, black costume, hat .with feathers; Mrs J. Cheetham (Palmerston), white gown with lace trimmings, elxiffon hat; Miss Allan (Wairarapa), white figured chinelle, white hat with red poppies; Mrs C. Cotter, pale pink silk gown, white hat; Mrs Connell, pretty cream silk blouse, black picture hat; Mrs Langriuge, cornflower blue costume relieved with white, pretty hat with cornflowers; Mrs A. Cliote, blue costume and black hat; Mrs Jane, black costume and cream hat. The bride received numerous presents. The bridegroom's gift to the bride was a gold watch. Th® honeymoon is being spent in Wanganui. WICKES— ZEIGLER, (Greymouth Correspondent.) A very quiet but pretty wedding place at the residence of Mrs Zeigler, Tainui street, on Boxing Day, when Emily, third daughter of the late Mr Zeigler, was united in file bonds of holy matrimony to Arthur, fourth son of Mr Edmund Wickes. The Rev'. R. Stewart tied the nuptial knot. The bride, who was given away by Mr Gillies, her brother-in-law, was attired in a gown of white satin, much tucked and trimmed with Irish crochet. She wore the usual ve’l and orange blossoms and a spray of white heather. She was attended by her sister. Miss Dora Zeigler. and Dr Aiken officiated as best man. The bridegroom’s present to the bride was a handsome gold bantde, and to the bridesmaid a gold necklet and heart pendant. The bride’s present to the bridegroom was a gold albert. After the wedding repast the V'ouug couple left overland on their which to be a leisurelv tour “Mew Zealand. In the ©veiling Mrs Ze-igler entertained many friends at a dance. D’A TiI—PEA RLESS. \ l; St. John’s Church, Wakefield, last Wednesday M'ss Violet Maud PearLss, eldest daughter of Dr W. R. Pearless,

wag married to Mr O. J. G. D’Ath, totf Otaai. The church was beautifully de-cor-ted for the occasion. The Nelson Bearer Corps formed a guard of honour through which the bridal party walked into the church. Canon W. S. Lucas, assisted by the Rev. O. R. Hewlett, vicar of Wakefield, performed the ceremony. Miss Faulkner, the organist, prayed the "Wedding March.” Afterwards, a large number of guests were entertained at the residence of the bride’s parents, "Fellbridge.” The bride was dressed in a gown of ivory satin, tastefully trimmed -with old famdy Brussels lace and chiffon; the veil also of Brussels lace, together with the customary orange blossoms and dainty shower bouquet completed an altogether charming toiler. The chief bridesmaid was Miss Barnford and the other three were the sisters of the bride, Misses Marjorie, Nancy, and Joan Pearless. The wedding presents consisted of an exceptionally beautiful and, valuable collection. The bride and bridegroom left for Nelson, on their way to Wellington and Otaki amid a shower of rice. TAYLOR—DAVEfY. (From Our Pahiatua Correspondent.) The marriage of Miss Marion D'avey to Mr Murdoch Taylor took place at the residence of the bride’s sister, Mrs H. Baysh, of Konini, on Boxing Bay. The bride was attended by her nieces, the Misses Ivy and Myrtle Daysh, as bridesmaids, and Mr P. Taylor, brother of the bridesgroom, acted as best man. After the ceremony, which was performed by the Rev. Hugh Leach, the happy couple drove to Woodville, en route for 'Wanganui, where the honeymoon is being spent. DAVY—NASH. (From a Lady Correspondent.) December in these southern, latitudes is the proverbial month of roses and of weddings. Ohe of the prettiest weddings celebrated in Waipawa, was that of Mr Llewellyn Davy and Miss Caroline M. Nash, on Wednesday last. The day was one of brilliant sunshine and all nature seemed dressed in her best. St. Peter’s Church was filled with relatives, and well wishers all attired in pretty dresses. The decorations were very artistic and symbolic. Mrs E. H. Taylor and Miss Madge Absolum were the decorators. Mr Davy was a trooper of the New Zealand Third Contingent to the South African war, and passed through some thrilling experience during his service. The ceremony was performed by the vicar. Mrs Swain was organist, and played the "Wedding March.” Mr Nash gave his daughter away, and Mr C. Nash was best man. The bride was charmingly attired in a dress of cream silk, the bodice being shirred very finely, and pouffed. The trimming was of silk lace, and a collorette of cream satin, trimmed with three rows of satin ruching. fell over the bride’s shoulders. The skirt was trained, the upper portion in fine gathers, the hem flounce headed with gauging. She wore a wreath of real orange blossom, a Brussels net veil, carried a shower bequet of arum lillies and convolvoli, and wore a green--stone and gold padlock bracelet, the bridegroom’s wedding day gift. Her bridesmaids were Miss Sadie Nash, (niece), who wore a dainty frock of white tussore silk, early Victorian bonnet, and carried a basket of flowers, and Miss Lillie Ferguson, who wore a pretty dress of cream voile, trimmed with silk insertion, and a silk fichu, a white chiffon hat, trimmed with ostrich tips and tied with chiffon ties, and carried a bouquet. Each young lady wore a gold brooch, the bridegroom’s ecuvenir of the happy occasion. Mrs'Nash, mother of the bride, wore a handsome gown of black figured rep, a black bonnet relieved with white. Miss Davy, sister to the bridegioom, wore a pretty dress of hailstorm muslin, the skirt trimmed with sets of duo flounces, edged with insertion, a black hat, and carried a bouquet. Miss Tester, (niece) wore a costume of white, hat trimmed with pink daisies. Mrs C. Nash wore a costume of shell blue voile and white hat.

After the ceremony, a reception was lield at the residence of Mr and Mrs Nash, and the large party of guests toasted long life ana prosperty to the bride and bridegroom. This was followed by ‘'afternoon tea/* when the beautifully decorated wedding cake was carved. The Vicar proposed in felicitous term "The health of the bride and bridegroom/* Mrs "Davy received several congratulatory telegrams during the afternoon tea time. Among the guests were Mr and Mrs P. Gow (sponsors of the bride at their first public ceremonial), Mesdames Tester and Steed (aunts), Whittington, B. H. Taylor, Bennett, Bev. G. and Mrs Prost, Miss O. Frost, Mesdames Ferguson, Wilcox, Grenside (2), Marker, Searle, Percy, Swain, Adams, Coe, Stephens, and the Misses Adams (2), Eccieon (2), Shanly, Moroney, Coe, Gilmour, Britten, Mogridge, Carr Johnson, Sebley, Avison, Davy, Tester, Nash, Miller and Atwood. Mr Andrew Gilmour, a contingenter. was also a guest. The happy couple left for Napier at 6.5 i>.m. amidst a shower of rice and good wishes. Mrs Davy's going away dress was of chestnut brown flaked tweed. She wore a white chiffon trimmed straw hat, finished with two ostrich plumes and steel buckles. Among the wedding presents were the following:—Toilet set, two .large mirrors, silver salts, large landscape oil painting, cut glass and plated biscuit barrel, silver teapot, plated cream jug and sugar basin, tea service (full set), set of carvers in case, rattan table, two rattan chairs, afternoon tea table, brass fender and fire irons, dinner service (72 pieces), wicker table, large size amber wool hearth rug, Japanese what-not, handsome Indian enbrodiery silk table cover, cutlery, dinner knives, cheese knives, plated forks and spoons, wool dove slips, serviette silver rings in case, fruit dish, three cheques, cream jug and basin, silver-plated breakfast cruet, butter knife, duchess toilet set, pair fern bowls, China cheese dishes, set Dorothy irons, pair candlesticks, patchwork quilt, breakfast .and ornaments, pair salad

bowls, five pairs of vases, glass tray, table mats, pair photo frames, flower stand, bedroom towels, toilet covers, handkerchief eatchets, beautiful hand embrodiery table centre, eider down quilt, mirror, oak and silver biscuit barrel, plated jam dish, oil painting, teapot, cream jug and sugar basin, crumb tray and brush, oak inkstand, easel, butter knife, oak tray, pair salts, teacups, case silver teaspoons, butter dish, door slips, lamp, bread fork, bellows, silk dress and house linen. Mrs Nash entertained her daughter’s friends at an evening party to celebrate the occasion. ASHHURST WEDDINGS. (From Our Own Correspondent.) On Wednesday, 28th December, the wedding of Mr P. Sherratt, and Miss A. B. Rimmer was celebrated at the residence of the bride’s parents. The ceremony was conducted by the Rev. H. Beggs. The happy couple left for the South Island, where the honeymoon will be spent. Another pretty and popular wedding was also celebrated here on Monday, 2nd January at St. Mary’s Church, the Rev. G. Woodward officiating. The contracting parties were Mr Charles Hills, fourth son of Mr J. L. Hills, Hiwinui, and Miss Emma Piercy, eldest daughter of Mr John Piercy, of Ashhurst. The bride, who was given away by her father,

looked pretty in a cream silk voile, trimmed with handsome lace. The bridesmaids, Misses Lind and Ethel W/ucy, sisters of the bride, were tastefuVl.y attired in figured canvas voile, trimmed with gauged frills and insertion, and they also wore picture hats. The bridegroom was attended by Messrs Walter and Ernest Hills, brothers of the groom. The choir sang "The VAice that Breathed O’er Eden” as the Vidal party entered the church. The "Wedding March” was played by Miss Wilkinson. After the ceremony the guests were entertained at the home of the bride’s parents. The honeymoon is being spent in Wellington.

The trucking-vards at Eketahuna railway station are to he enlarged t© accommodate 1400 sheen.