Miss Weatherston, the accomplished daughter of the popular manager of Butterfield and Swire's steamships at this port, was married on Saturday, the 8th instant, The fortunate man who won the young lady's hand is Mr. P. E, O'Brien-Butler, Acting British Consul at Chinkiang. The interesting ceremony took place at the Catholic Church in the presence of many friends of the happy couple. After the ceremony the guests were invited to a breakfast, at 12, by the parents of the bride, at H.B.M.'s Consulate. An ample repast was prepared of which all freely partook, many toasts were drunk, and the occasion was one of delight to all resent. H.E. Lu, Taotai of Chinkiang, eneral Wu, commanding the Paokaishan Force, with other: Chinese officials, were present attended by their retinues. A guard of Chinese troops led the bridal party to the Church, whilst the receiving-ship of Butterfield and Swire was gaily decked with bunting. We feel confident that the entire community concurs with the writer in wishing health and happiness to the stalwart, diplomatic young bridegroom" and his lovely bride.
10th August.
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