| The Complimentary Levee To Captain Studley
The social levee and ball, in honor of Captain J. M. Studley, will be held in Mechanics’ Hall this evening. The arrangements for the festivities have been made in a liberal manner, so that the many friends of the gallant captain will hardly fail to pass a pleasant evening, besides uniting in the testimonial to his worth and services. An interesting feature of the occasion will be the presentation of a sword and belt to Capt. Studley. Persons wishing to contribute articles for the table are requested to send them to the hall during he forenoon. The music is to be furnished by Gilmore’s Band, of Boston, and this will be delightful news to the lovers of dancing. Subscribers are notified that they can procure their tickets on application at the Mechanics Bank or at the door. Tickets will also be supplied at the door, at a reduced rate, admitting spectators to the galleries. |
| City And County The Levee At Mechanics Hall The ball complimentary to Capt. J. M. Studley of the fifteenth regiment, came off in Mechanics Hall last evening, and was highly successful. The space in the rear of the speaker’s platform was very tastefully decorated with the stars and stripes, and bore the inscription. “Captain John M. Studley, fifteenth regiment.” A sword, the gift of members of the Worcester Light Infantry and other friends, was presented to Captain Studley by W. A. Williams, Esq., who made pertinent allusion to the time, when in the ranks of the infantry, Capt. Studley learned his first lessons in military drill. Mr. Williams proceeded to speak of the manner in which Captain Studley fulfilled his duties as a member of the old Infantry organization, when he was suddenly seized with a fainting fit, and but for the timely assistance of several gentlemen near him, would have fallen to the floor. Mr. Williams recovered, but not sufficiently to warrant his making any further remarks. In response, Capt. Studley returned thanks to his friends for this expression or their esteem and generosity. He feared that his services were overestimated, but he was cheered by the reflection that he had ever endeavored to do his whole duty. While he has always cheerfully obeyed the orders of his superiors he had made it a rule to look after and watch over the men entrusted to his care and command. In conclusion, the captain said he was but a poor speech maker, and friends who knew him best expected but little from his oratory. He promised to use the weapon faithfully, and said that no stain of dishonor should ever rest on the blade. The dancing was kept up to a late hour, and everyone seemed well pleased with the evening’s entertainment. |