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Engagement and Wedding Announcements


CARSON-EVANS.
Greensboro Ga., Nov. 8.—Notably beautiful among the season's weddings was that of Miss Virginia Evans and Mr. Samuel Carson of Atlanta, which took place at the Baptist Church Wednesday in the presence of a brilliant assemblage. The church was decorated for the occasion with palms, ferns and white chrysanthemums, which, massed at the altar made a beautiful background.
Mrs. Linton Johnson of Madison, sister of the groom, sang before the ceremony, "Love Me and the World is Miner
The bridal party, which included Miss Kate Evans, maid of honor, and Miss Emelyn Ponder, of Forsyth, bridesmaid, Rev. A. Linton Johnson and R. B. Combs, of Madison; J. W. Evans, L. W. Smith, of Greensboro, ushers. The pews which seated the family and intimate friends of the bride and groom, were marked by bouquets of white chrysanthemums tied with white satin ribbons, The bridal party entered and crossed In front of the altar. The bride entered with her sister,, Miss Katharine Evans, and was met at the altar by the groom and his best man, Mr. S. W. Carson of  Atlanta.
During the ceremony, performed by Dr. C C Carson, of Valdosta, and Rev. A. F O'Kelly, of Greensboro, Miss Nelle Hall played 'Hearts and Flowers." .
The bride was charming In her wedding gown of Filipino silk. a gift of Major P.E. Trippe of the Philippines, a cousin of the bride. The long veil was adjusted with orange blossoms and the bridal bouquet was of magnificent bride's roses.
Miss Katharine Evans, maid of honor, wore white net over pink silk elaborately trimmed in lace and carried an armful of pink carnations,
Miss Emelyn Ponder, of Forsyth, wore net over mescaline and carried an armful of white carnations.
Mr. and Mrs.Carson left on the 6 o'clock train for Florida and upon their return home will be at 54 Merritts Avenue, Atlanta, Ga.
The bride as Miss Virginia Evans has been one of the most admired and beloved girls in Greensboro's society. Mr. Carson Is the son of Mrs. M. M. Carson and Is prominent In the business and social worlds of Atlanta.
Date: 1907-11-09;  Paper: Macon Telegraph

MARRIAGE   AT GREENSBORO
Special to The Chronicle.
Greensboro, Ga. Aug. 21.—Miss Anna Turnbult, formerly a teacher in the Greensboro High School and Rev. H. W. Joiner, pastor of the first Methodist Church. Greensboro, were married at the home of the bride's mother, near Tugalo. Ga. The marriage was a quiet home affair. Only the relatives; and a few friends were present Rev. W. L. Pierce, of Athena, officiated. Mr. Joiner was pastor of the Asbury Methodist Church. Augusta before coming; to Greensboro. Immediately after the ceremony. Mr. and Mrs. Joiner left for Washington D. C
Date: 1910-08-22; Paper: Augusta Chronicle

STUDDARD - ANDREWS
Mr. and Mrs. J. V. Studdard. of Greensboro announce the engagement of their daughter, Addie Belle, to Mr. Corley R. Andrews, the wedding is to take place in May.

CALDWELL—TUCKER
Mr. and Mrs. Robert Lawton Caldwell, of Greensboro, announce the engagement of their daughter, Laurie LeGare, to Mr.John H. Tucker, of Athens, the date of the wedding to be announced later.





 



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