The bridal pair took their place in the center of the apartment.

Pearls, diamonds, and jewelry glittered on the bride with such luster, that it was almost painful to the eye to look upon her.
The minister, after asking God to bless the assembled guests, and those he was about to unite in the holy bonds of wedlock, proceeded in a very solemn and impressive manner with the marriage service.

The ceremony concluded, and good wishes having been expressed over the sparkling wine, the man of God took his leave, two hundred dollars richer than when he came.

The company were all very happy, or appeared so; mirth reigned supreme, and every countenance wore a smile.

They were seated at tables loaded with luxuries of every description, and while partaking, a band of music enlivened the scene.
All business was suspended for several days, the wedding party making a tour of ten days to Niagara Falls.