The Astor Hall was well filled but not over-crowded on Tuesday night at the charming dance given by the U.S, Consul-General and Mrs. Jernigan. Sir Nicholas Hannen was there with several other of Mr. Jernigan's colleagues, and a large number of naval officers from men-of-war in port, _as well as visitors from the States and the old country, and H.E. Wu Ting-fang, the newly appointed Minister to the United States, etc. The spectacle in the brilliantly Jighted hall was a dazzling one, for of the three hundred and more guests that were present nearly half were ladies, and dancing which began soon after nine was kept up with great spirit until after one, to the strains of the Town Band under the direction of Commander Vela. Everything that was possible had been done for the comfort and enjoyment of the guests, and Society had cause to feel grateful to the hosts for giving them such a pleasant evening.
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