A STYLISH WEDDING

Lake Wakatip Mail, Issue 2128, 23 October 1896, Page 5

A STYLISH WEDDING

On Wednesday morning, 14th October, Pembroke presented quite a gay appearance with numerous flags flying from the buildings, owned respectively by Mrs Russell and Mr Sachtler. The occasion for this was the marriage of Miss Edith Hedditch, daughter of Captain Hedditch of Pembroke, to Mr James Knowles of Queenstown, formerly of Cardrona. The bride, who was suitably attired in a white cashmere costume trimmed with white silk and the usual veil and wreath of orange blossoms, was attended by her bridesmaid, Miss May Russell, who looked charming in a pretty peacock blue cloth costume trimmed with plush to match and also with cream lace. Miss Russell wore a nice brooch, the present of the bride groom, and a cream arafane picture hat which looked very stylish. Mr Stockwell, of Cardrona, performed the duties of best man for Mr Knowles.

The wedding took place at the residence of Captain Hedditch and the ceremony was performed by Mr Grant. Many old friends and relations were present in order to wish the young couple good luck. After the ceremony was over the wedding party adjourned to Mrs Russell's Hall where a splendid breakfast was laid out. Poultry, hams, etc., there were in abundance, while of jellies, custards and other delicacies there was no end. After due justice had been done to the viands, Mr Stockwell addressed the guests about 30 in number. He spoke eulogistically of the bride and bridegroom and then, asking the guests to fill their glasses, he proposed the health of the happy pair. The toast it is needless to state, was drunk with enthusiasm. Mr Knowles responded. Captain Hedditch, the father of the bride, then arose and proposed the health of the hostess which was also heartily drunk. Mr Theodore Russell responded on behalf of his mother, Mrs Russell.

The wedding party then adjourned—the bride to change her wedding dress for a handsome terra cotta travelling dress. About a quarter to twelve the bridal party were under whip for Queensfown, where Mr Knowles intends to live. Showers of rice of course greeted them on starting. A few friends followed them in another buggy for a few miles, and then the final good byes were said.

In the evening a great number of ladies and gentlemen were present at the dance, and the hall was crowded, though not uncomfortably so. The supper reflected as much credit on Mrs Russell as the breakfast in the morning had done. When all enjoyed themselves immensly and went home at about 3.30 a.m. Who was the belle of the ball I would not venture to say, for amongst such a galaxy of beauty, it would be hard to pick the queen. As regards the descriptions of the dresses I hope some lady correspondent will supply you with them as that subject is not my forte, and I fancy to err in describing a lady's dress is a serious offence in the eyes of the fair sex. During the evening songs were given by Misses Russell and King and by Messrs Thompson and Stockwell.