TO CELEBRATE

Thumbing through our archives from the past 124 years, we can’t help but smile at the happy faces of wonderful people who have graced our pages. With wedding season upon us, we’re spotlighting special couples who are celebrating big anniversaries this year. Read on to see their engagement and wedding announcements from yesteryear, accompanied by a photo of the couples today. Cheers to love in Our Town!

65 Years

Mr. and Mrs. Whitney Edward Kerr (Mariella Gibson) toast their future with an old French loving cup at the home of her mother, Mrs. Campbell Ellis, scene of reception after chancel rite January 2nd at St. Andrew’s. The Whitney Kerrs’ son, now in KCU law school, and his bride reside at 1306 West 44th Terrace.

Reprinted from the January 18, 1958 issue of The Independent.

50 Years

Mr. and Mrs. Bartley John Readey III (she was Ann Parker North) leave St. Paul’s Episcopal Church on April 28th, bound for the small, at-home reception given by her mother, Mrs. George Longan Gordon, and Mr. Gordon. He is the son of Mrs. Bartley John Readey, Jr., and the late Mr. Readey. The couple had a short trip to Carmel and will be at home in mid-June in Westwood.

Reprinted from the May 12, 1973 issue of The Independent.

“Take time to think about the experience of your guests. How do you want them to feel when they enter the reception? Warm, welcome, and excited are a few great adjectives. Decide how to make those things happen with your team. Maybe it is the music, the smell of the food, or fun signature drinks (or, maybe, all three!) that guests can begin to enjoy the moment they enter the reception. Thoughtful, intentional planning leads to a successful wedding!” – Kindra Browne, Simple Elegance