More than superficial interest is being shown in Shanghai in. the fleeting visit of Mrs. Raymond C. McCabe who is returning to Washington after spending some time with her parents, Dr. and Mrs. J. C. Ferguson, of Peking. - Mrs. MeCabe whose hus band is in the Bureau of Far Eastern Affairs, will be swept into a round of parties immediately upon her arrival here next Wednesday. Among. the entertainments planned for her are a hutlet supper at which Mrs. Essen M. Gale will be hostess, another banquet gathering to be given in her honour by Mrs. H. F. Seitz, and third party at which Mrs. J, S. Potter will be hostess. Mrs. MeCabe Cocktail Party will say goodbye to China on the 21st when she will sail for home in Mr. "Bill" Painter also gave gargantuan cocktail party at his redence, 12 Kinnear Road, on Thursday night. There were far too many guests to enumerate—over a hundred at Toast, The spirit was one of "Auld Long Syne" and the words can't believe you're really going" were heard over and over again, An Revoir Surely one of' the most successful parties seen at the American Consu~ late for many long weeks was the reception tendered to the American community in honour of Mr. and Mes Nelson Johnson who are now en route to the States accompanied by their small son, More than 300 persons thronged the spacious apartment of Judge and Mus. Milton J. Helmick who proved the! graciousness as host. and hostess Past doubt, Talk turned. to home, and more than one present envied the American Minister 19 China and his wife their opportunity to re-visit Washington and to rediscover America as only those who have spent much time away from it can do. A generous sprinkling Army and Navy officials added that touch of the picturesque which is be found only where officiatdors forefathers. Chatting amiably with the scores who greeted her and wished her bon voyage and a happy return to China, Mrs, Johnson, charmingly gowned in dark georgette, received with Mrs. Helmick, Mr. Johnson and Judge Helmick. Despite the various "dignitaries present, the whole atmosphere was most informal, and in the tradition of Shanghai, the tea-table a centre of attraction.
There, charming hostesses assisted Mrs, ""Helmick in caring for ber numerous guests. Baskets and great Douguets of autumn flowers were ranged throughout the receiving room, the library and the dining. room. Incidentally, more than one complimentary remark was heard or the Judge's library, a room completely Planned and furnished by Judge Helmick which reflects his own simplicity in its carefully thought-out appointments.
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