Wallingford/Jarlov Family Trees

Otago Witness , Issue 2188, 6 February 1896, Page 43

WEDDING AT KERERU, Dear Emmeline,— A very pleasant wedding ceremony was performed in Kereru on January 22 by the Rev. Mr Clarke, of Otaki, the parties united being Mr Laurence Williamson, third son of Mr W. Williamson, of Dunedin, and Miss Annie Dunlop, eldest daughter of Mr Hugh Dunlop of Kereru. The Bride, who was given away by her father, was tastefully attired in pretty white silk material trimmed with satin and pearl, with veil to match, and the usual oranjge blossoms. The bridesmaids were four in number— Miss Maggie Dunlop, dressed in white muslin trimmed with heliotrope; Miss Williamson, pure white; Miss F. Chatwin, in heliotrope trimmed with cream ; Miss Eva M'Levy, in white muslin trimmed with blue. The bridegroom was attended by his brother, MrJ. Williamson, Mr David Dunlop, and Mr Hugh Dunlop. After the ceremony was over the friends adjourned to the schoolroom, where an excellent breakfast was prepared, the tables being beautifully arranged. They certainly reflected great credit on Mrs Maher, who had the management of them. The Rev. Mr Clarke referred to the esteem in which Mr Williamson and Miss Dunlop were held, and in doing so I'm sure he echoed the sentiment of the many friends who were present, who wished them a very happy life together. The afternoon was spent in playing various gamea on the green, and after tea the schoolroom was prepared for the dance, which was kept up till morning. The music was excellent, and those who were fond of dancing passed a pleasant time. Mr W. Marshall acted as M.C. There were 122 people present, including friends from Wellington, Manakau, Levin, and Shannon. The wedding presents were numerous and beautiful, showing the universal esteem in which the happy couple are held. Mr and Mrs Williamson left by the 8 am train on Thursday for their home in Levin, a goodly number of friends going to see them away, some of whom threw rice plentifully. I am sure that their friends and acquaintances join in wishing the happy pair life-long health and happiness.— J.B.