Sunday Chicago Bee

Capacity Crowds Greet Charming Soloist From N.Y.

Mrs. Elma Fairweather, soprano of New York City was presented in two recitals last week in Chicago. The first one, which was on Monday night, was held at St John Temple, with Dr. W M Bennett and Dr. O. W. Williams as the sponsors; the second one was on Tuesday evening at St. Stephens A. M. E. church on the west side. Rev. Eugene Thompson was the sponsor. Capacity crowds greeted the artist both evenings.

Mrs. Fairweather has a very soft rich voice and she has been proclaimed as one of our most outstanding soloists of New York City. Her charming personality her poise, and her general stage demeanor have won for her a rather unique place in the hearts of all Chicago.

Albert Fairweather, her gifted young son, was the accompanist and he, too, proved to be quite a musician with great possibilities.

A large enthusiastic group greeted the talented artists and many social courtesies were shown the visitors by relatives and friends, during their short stay in the "Windy City."

One of the most enjoyable as well as colorful receptions and dinner parties, was tendered Mrs Elma Fairweather and son, Albert of New York City by their cousin, Mrs. Louise Kelly, in her beautifully appointed home on Wentworth avenue last Wednesday evening. Mrs. Kelly was beautifully assisted by her two gracious daughters, Mrs. Guerney Montjoy and Mrs. Imogene Glover. Cut flowers were placed at various vantage points throughout the home and a most delicious course dinner was thoroughly enjoyed by the happy group. Impromptu speeches were made by each of the guests. Dr. W. M. Bennett. a cousin to the honored guests, was the toastmaster. With his witty remarks and spicy comments, the party was voted one of the most enjoyable of the season.

Those present were: Mrs. Elma Fairweather and son, Albert of New York City; Mr. and Mrs. Cassius Montjoy, Mr, and Mrs. William Glover, Mr. and Mrs. James Simpson. Mr. and Mrs. Orlando Phillips, Dr. and Mrs. W. M. Bennett, Mr. and Mrs. Jerry Glover. Mrs. Ruth Watkins, Mrs. Marie Hall, Miss Grace Graves. Miss Gloria Hedrick. Mr. Leonard Glover, and Mrs, La Ursa S Hedrick