used before a singular noun to mean one of a group, when it is not a particular one
From this reading In honor of his very first honeymoon, hence his first opportunity to escort a beautiful and blushing bride to the cozy little manse he had so painstakingly prepared for her reception, the Reverend David indulged in the unwonted luxury of a taxicab.
completely and without qualification; used informally as intensifiers
From this reading And happy in the consciousness of being absolutely correct as to detail, they were driven slowly down the beautifully shaded avenues of the Heights, one of the many charming suburbs of St. Louis,--aware of the scrutiny of interested eyes from the sheltering curtains of many windows.
acquittedadjectiveUS /əˈkwɪtɪd/
declared not guilty of a specific offense or crime; legally blameless
From this reading Being born and bred in the ministry, Carol acquitted herself properly before the public eye.
used to join words or parts of a sentence that go together
From this reading MANSERS The introduction of Mrs. David Arnold Duke, nee Methodist, to the members of her husband's Presbyterian flock, was, for the most part, consummated with grace and dignity.
annoyancenounUS /əˈnɔɪəns/
the psychological state of being irritated or annoyed
From this reading Only one untoward incident lingered in her memory to cloud her lovely face with annoyance.
ArnoldnounUS /ˈɑːrnəld/
English poet and literary critic (1822-1888)
From this reading MANSERS The introduction of Mrs. David Arnold Duke, nee Methodist, to the members of her husband's Presbyterian flock, was, for the most part, consummated with grace and dignity.
at the same time that; because; in the way that
From this reading And happy in the consciousness of being absolutely correct as to detail, they were driven slowly down the beautifully shaded avenues of the Heights, one of the many charming suburbs of St. Louis,--aware of the scrutiny of interested eyes from the sheltering curtains of many windows.
avenuesnounUS /ˈævənuːz/
plural of “avenue” — a line of approach
From this reading And happy in the consciousness of being absolutely correct as to detail, they were driven slowly down the beautifully shaded avenues of the Heights, one of the many charming suburbs of St. Louis,--aware of the scrutiny of interested eyes from the sheltering curtains of many windows.
(sometimes followed by “of”) having or showing knowledge or understanding or realization or perception
From this reading And happy in the consciousness of being absolutely correct as to detail, they were driven slowly down the beautifully shaded avenues of the Heights, one of the many charming suburbs of St. Louis,--aware of the scrutiny of interested eyes from the sheltering curtains of many windows.
delighting the senses or exciting intellectual or emotional admiration
From this reading In honor of his very first honeymoon, hence his first opportunity to escort a beautiful and blushing bride to the cozy little manse he had so painstakingly prepared for her reception, the Reverend David indulged in the unwonted luxury of a taxicab.
beautifullyadverbUS /ˈbjuːtəfli/
in a beautiful manner
From this reading And happy in the consciousness of being absolutely correct as to detail, they were driven slowly down the beautifully shaded avenues of the Heights, one of the many charming suburbs of St. Louis,--aware of the scrutiny of interested eyes from the sheltering curtains of many windows.
earlier than; in front of
From this reading Being born and bred in the ministry, Carol acquitted herself properly before the public eye.
beingauxiliary verbUS /ˈbiːɪŋ/
the -ing form of “be”
From this reading And happy in the consciousness of being absolutely correct as to detail, they were driven slowly down the beautifully shaded avenues of the Heights, one of the many charming suburbs of St. Louis,--aware of the scrutiny of interested eyes from the sheltering curtains of many windows.
blushingadjectiveUS /ˈblʌʃɪŋ/
having a red face from embarrassment or shame or agitation or emotional upset
From this reading In honor of his very first honeymoon, hence his first opportunity to escort a beautiful and blushing bride to the cozy little manse he had so painstakingly prepared for her reception, the Reverend David indulged in the unwonted luxury of a taxicab.
brought into existence
From this reading Being born and bred in the ministry, Carol acquitted herself properly before the public eye.
bredverbUS /bred/
inflected form of “breed” — call forth
From this reading Being born and bred in the ministry, Carol acquitted herself properly before the public eye.
a woman who has recently been married
From this reading In honor of his very first honeymoon, hence his first opportunity to escort a beautiful and blushing bride to the cozy little manse he had so painstakingly prepared for her reception, the Reverend David indulged in the unwonted luxury of a taxicab.
CarolnounUS /ˈkærəl/
joyful religious song celebrating the birth of Christ
From this reading Being born and bred in the ministry, Carol acquitted herself properly before the public eye.
pleasing or delighting
From this reading And happy in the consciousness of being absolutely correct as to detail, they were driven slowly down the beautifully shaded avenues of the Heights, one of the many charming suburbs of St. Louis,--aware of the scrutiny of interested eyes from the sheltering curtains of many windows.
make overcast or cloudy
From this reading Only one untoward incident lingered in her memory to cloud her lovely face with annoyance.
an alert cognitive state in which you are aware of yourself and your situation
From this reading And happy in the consciousness of being absolutely correct as to detail, they were driven slowly down the beautifully shaded avenues of the Heights, one of the many charming suburbs of St. Louis,--aware of the scrutiny of interested eyes from the sheltering curtains of many windows.
consummatedadjectiveUS /ˈkɑːnsəmeɪtəd/
brought to completion
From this reading MANSERS The introduction of Mrs. David Arnold Duke, nee Methodist, to the members of her husband's Presbyterian flock, was, for the most part, consummated with grace and dignity.
make right or correct
From this reading And happy in the consciousness of being absolutely correct as to detail, they were driven slowly down the beautifully shaded avenues of the Heights, one of the many charming suburbs of St. Louis,--aware of the scrutiny of interested eyes from the sheltering curtains of many windows.
cozyadjectiveUS /ˈkoʊzi/
enjoying or affording comforting warmth and shelter especially in a small space
From this reading In honor of his very first honeymoon, hence his first opportunity to escort a beautiful and blushing bride to the cozy little manse he had so painstakingly prepared for her reception, the Reverend David indulged in the unwonted luxury of a taxicab.
curtainsnounUS /ˈkɜːrtənz/
plural of “curtain” — hanging cloth used as a blind (especially for a window)
From this reading And happy in the consciousness of being absolutely correct as to detail, they were driven slowly down the beautifully shaded avenues of the Heights, one of the many charming suburbs of St. Louis,--aware of the scrutiny of interested eyes from the sheltering curtains of many windows.
patron saint of Wales (circa 520-600)
From this reading MANSERS The introduction of Mrs. David Arnold Duke, nee Methodist, to the members of her husband's Presbyterian flock, was, for the most part, consummated with grace and dignity.
detailnounUS /dɪˈteɪl/
an isolated fact that is considered separately from the whole
From this reading And happy in the consciousness of being absolutely correct as to detail, they were driven slowly down the beautifully shaded avenues of the Heights, one of the many charming suburbs of St. Louis,--aware of the scrutiny of interested eyes from the sheltering curtains of many windows.
the quality of being worthy of esteem or respect
From this reading MANSERS The introduction of Mrs. David Arnold Duke, nee Methodist, to the members of her husband's Presbyterian flock, was, for the most part, consummated with grace and dignity.
being or moving lower in position or less in some value
From this reading And happy in the consciousness of being absolutely correct as to detail, they were driven slowly down the beautifully shaded avenues of the Heights, one of the many charming suburbs of St. Louis,--aware of the scrutiny of interested eyes from the sheltering curtains of many windows.
compelled forcibly by an outside agency
From this reading And happy in the consciousness of being absolutely correct as to detail, they were driven slowly down the beautifully shaded avenues of the Heights, one of the many charming suburbs of St. Louis,--aware of the scrutiny of interested eyes from the sheltering curtains of many windows.
a British peer of the highest rank
From this reading MANSERS The introduction of Mrs. David Arnold Duke, nee Methodist, to the members of her husband's Presbyterian flock, was, for the most part, consummated with grace and dignity.
escortnounUS /eˈskɔːrt/
someone who escorts and protects a prominent person
From this reading In honor of his very first honeymoon, hence his first opportunity to escort a beautiful and blushing bride to the cozy little manse he had so painstakingly prepared for her reception, the Reverend David indulged in the unwonted luxury of a taxicab.
the organ of sight
From this reading Being born and bred in the ministry, Carol acquitted herself properly before the public eye.
opinion or judgment
From this reading And happy in the consciousness of being absolutely correct as to detail, they were driven slowly down the beautifully shaded avenues of the Heights, one of the many charming suburbs of St. Louis,--aware of the scrutiny of interested eyes from the sheltering curtains of many windows.
the front of the human head from the forehead to the chin and ear to ear
From this reading Only one untoward incident lingered in her memory to cloud her lovely face with annoyance.
firstadjectiveUS /fɜːrst/
preceding all others in time or space or degree
From this reading In honor of his very first honeymoon, hence his first opportunity to escort a beautiful and blushing bride to the cozy little manse he had so painstakingly prepared for her reception, the Reverend David indulged in the unwonted luxury of a taxicab.
flocknounUS /flɑːk/
a church congregation guided by a pastor
From this reading MANSERS The introduction of Mrs. David Arnold Duke, nee Methodist, to the members of her husband's Presbyterian flock, was, for the most part, consummated with grace and dignity.
intended to be given to, or used by, somebody
From this reading MANSERS The introduction of Mrs. David Arnold Duke, nee Methodist, to the members of her husband's Presbyterian flock, was, for the most part, consummated with grace and dignity.
showing where something starts, or who sent it
From this reading And happy in the consciousness of being absolutely correct as to detail, they were driven slowly down the beautifully shaded avenues of the Heights, one of the many charming suburbs of St. Louis,--aware of the scrutiny of interested eyes from the sheltering curtains of many windows.
(Christian theology) a state of sanctification by God; the state of one who is under such divine influence
From this reading MANSERS The introduction of Mrs. David Arnold Duke, nee Methodist, to the members of her husband's Presbyterian flock, was, for the most part, consummated with grace and dignity.
hadauxiliary verbUS /hæd/
the past form of “have”, used to form the past perfect
From this reading In honor of his very first honeymoon, hence his first opportunity to escort a beautiful and blushing bride to the cozy little manse he had so painstakingly prepared for her reception, the Reverend David indulged in the unwonted luxury of a taxicab.
enjoying or showing or marked by joy or pleasure
From this reading And happy in the consciousness of being absolutely correct as to detail, they were driven slowly down the beautifully shaded avenues of the Heights, one of the many charming suburbs of St. Louis,--aware of the scrutiny of interested eyes from the sheltering curtains of many windows.
a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading In honor of his very first honeymoon, hence his first opportunity to escort a beautiful and blushing bride to the cozy little manse he had so painstakingly prepared for her reception, the Reverend David indulged in the unwonted luxury of a taxicab.
HeightsnounUS /haɪts/
a high place
From this reading And happy in the consciousness of being absolutely correct as to detail, they were driven slowly down the beautifully shaded avenues of the Heights, one of the many charming suburbs of St. Louis,--aware of the scrutiny of interested eyes from the sheltering curtains of many windows.
for this reason
From this reading In honor of his very first honeymoon, hence his first opportunity to escort a beautiful and blushing bride to the cozy little manse he had so painstakingly prepared for her reception, the Reverend David indulged in the unwonted luxury of a taxicab.
belonging to a woman, girl, or female animal already mentioned
From this reading MANSERS The introduction of Mrs. David Arnold Duke, nee Methodist, to the members of her husband's Presbyterian flock, was, for the most part, consummated with grace and dignity.
used when the woman or girl doing the action is also its object
From this reading Being born and bred in the ministry, Carol acquitted herself properly before the public eye.
belonging to a man, boy, or male animal already mentioned
From this reading In honor of his very first honeymoon, hence his first opportunity to escort a beautiful and blushing bride to the cozy little manse he had so painstakingly prepared for her reception, the Reverend David indulged in the unwonted luxury of a taxicab.
honeymoonnounUS /ˈhʌnimuːn/
a holiday taken by a newly married couple
From this reading In honor of his very first honeymoon, hence his first opportunity to escort a beautiful and blushing bride to the cozy little manse he had so painstakingly prepared for her reception, the Reverend David indulged in the unwonted luxury of a taxicab.
a tangible symbol signifying approval or distinction
From this reading In honor of his very first honeymoon, hence his first opportunity to escort a beautiful and blushing bride to the cozy little manse he had so painstakingly prepared for her reception, the Reverend David indulged in the unwonted luxury of a taxicab.
husband'snounUS /ˈhʌzbəndz/
possessive form of “husband” — a married man; a woman's partner in marriage
From this reading MANSERS The introduction of Mrs. David Arnold Duke, nee Methodist, to the members of her husband's Presbyterian flock, was, for the most part, consummated with grace and dignity.
inside something, or within a place, period, or state
From this reading Only one untoward incident lingered in her memory to cloud her lovely face with annoyance.
a single distinct event
From this reading Only one untoward incident lingered in her memory to cloud her lovely face with annoyance.
indulgedverbUS /ˌɪnˈdʌldʒd/
past form of “indulge” — give free rein to
From this reading In honor of his very first honeymoon, hence his first opportunity to escort a beautiful and blushing bride to the cozy little manse he had so painstakingly prepared for her reception, the Reverend David indulged in the unwonted luxury of a taxicab.
having or showing interest; especially curiosity or fascination or concern
From this reading And happy in the consciousness of being absolutely correct as to detail, they were driven slowly down the beautifully shaded avenues of the Heights, one of the many charming suburbs of St. Louis,--aware of the scrutiny of interested eyes from the sheltering curtains of many windows.
introductionnounUS /ˌɪntrəˈdʌkʃən/
the act of beginning something new
From this reading MANSERS The introduction of Mrs. David Arnold Duke, nee Methodist, to the members of her husband's Presbyterian flock, was, for the most part, consummated with grace and dignity.
lingeredverbUS /ˈlɪŋɡərd/
past form of “linger” — remain present although waning or gradually dying
From this reading Only one untoward incident lingered in her memory to cloud her lovely face with annoyance.
limited or below average in number or quantity or magnitude or extent
From this reading In honor of his very first honeymoon, hence his first opportunity to escort a beautiful and blushing bride to the cozy little manse he had so painstakingly prepared for her reception, the Reverend David indulged in the unwonted luxury of a taxicab.
United States prizefighter who was world heavyweight champion for 12 years (1914-1981)
From this reading And happy in the consciousness of being absolutely correct as to detail, they were driven slowly down the beautifully shaded avenues of the Heights, one of the many charming suburbs of St. Louis,--aware of the scrutiny of interested eyes from the sheltering curtains of many windows.
appealing to the emotions as well as the eye
From this reading Only one untoward incident lingered in her memory to cloud her lovely face with annoyance.
luxurynounUS /ˈlʌɡʒəri/
something that is an indulgence rather than a necessity
From this reading In honor of his very first honeymoon, hence his first opportunity to escort a beautiful and blushing bride to the cozy little manse he had so painstakingly prepared for her reception, the Reverend David indulged in the unwonted luxury of a taxicab.
mansenoun
a large and imposing house
From this reading In honor of his very first honeymoon, hence his first opportunity to escort a beautiful and blushing bride to the cozy little manse he had so painstakingly prepared for her reception, the Reverend David indulged in the unwonted luxury of a taxicab.
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From this reading MANSERS The introduction of Mrs. David Arnold Duke, nee Methodist, to the members of her husband's Presbyterian flock, was, for the most part, consummated with grace and dignity.
a quantifier that can be used with count nouns and is often preceded by “as” or “too” or “so” or “that”; amounting to a large but indefinite number
From this reading And happy in the consciousness of being absolutely correct as to detail, they were driven slowly down the beautifully shaded avenues of the Heights, one of the many charming suburbs of St. Louis,--aware of the scrutiny of interested eyes from the sheltering curtains of many windows.
plural of “member” — one of the persons who compose a social group (especially individuals who have joined and participate in a group organization)
From this reading MANSERS The introduction of Mrs. David Arnold Duke, nee Methodist, to the members of her husband's Presbyterian flock, was, for the most part, consummated with grace and dignity.
The faculty by which the mind stores and remembers information and knowledge.
From this reading Only one untoward incident lingered in her memory to cloud her lovely face with annoyance.
MethodistadjectiveUS /ˈmeθədəst/
of or pertaining to or characteristic of the branch of Protestantism adhering to the views of Wesley
From this reading MANSERS The introduction of Mrs. David Arnold Duke, nee Methodist, to the members of her husband's Presbyterian flock, was, for the most part, consummated with grace and dignity.
ministrynounUS /ˈmɪnəstri/
religious ministers collectively (especially Presbyterian)
From this reading Being born and bred in the ministry, Carol acquitted herself properly before the public eye.
used to form the superlative
From this reading MANSERS The introduction of Mrs. David Arnold Duke, nee Methodist, to the members of her husband's Presbyterian flock, was, for the most part, consummated with grace and dignity.
a form of address for a married woman
From this reading MANSERS The introduction of Mrs. David Arnold Duke, nee Methodist, to the members of her husband's Presbyterian flock, was, for the most part, consummated with grace and dignity.
neeadjectiveUS /niː/
(meaning literally “born”) used to indicate the maiden or family name of a married woman
From this reading MANSERS The introduction of Mrs. David Arnold Duke, nee Methodist, to the members of her husband's Presbyterian flock, was, for the most part, consummated with grace and dignity.
belonging to, or connected with, somebody or something
From this reading MANSERS The introduction of Mrs. David Arnold Duke, nee Methodist, to the members of her husband's Presbyterian flock, was, for the most part, consummated with grace and dignity.
used to mean any person in general, including the speaker
From this reading Only one untoward incident lingered in her memory to cloud her lovely face with annoyance.
and nothing more
From this reading Only one untoward incident lingered in her memory to cloud her lovely face with annoyance.
a possibility due to a favorable combination of circumstances
From this reading In honor of his very first honeymoon, hence his first opportunity to escort a beautiful and blushing bride to the cozy little manse he had so painstakingly prepared for her reception, the Reverend David indulged in the unwonted luxury of a taxicab.
painstakinglyadverbUS /ˈpeɪnsteɪkɪŋli/
in a fastidious and painstaking manner
From this reading In honor of his very first honeymoon, hence his first opportunity to escort a beautiful and blushing bride to the cozy little manse he had so painstakingly prepared for her reception, the Reverend David indulged in the unwonted luxury of a taxicab.
something determined in relation to something that includes it
From this reading MANSERS The introduction of Mrs. David Arnold Duke, nee Methodist, to the members of her husband's Presbyterian flock, was, for the most part, consummated with grace and dignity.
made ready or fit or suitable beforehand
From this reading In honor of his very first honeymoon, hence his first opportunity to escort a beautiful and blushing bride to the cozy little manse he had so painstakingly prepared for her reception, the Reverend David indulged in the unwonted luxury of a taxicab.
PresbyteriannounUS /ˌpresbɪˈtɪriən/
a follower of Calvinism as taught in the Presbyterian Church
From this reading MANSERS The introduction of Mrs. David Arnold Duke, nee Methodist, to the members of her husband's Presbyterian flock, was, for the most part, consummated with grace and dignity.
in the right manner; correctly; suitably
From this reading Being born and bred in the ministry, Carol acquitted herself properly before the public eye.
people in general considered as a whole
From this reading Being born and bred in the ministry, Carol acquitted herself properly before the public eye.
receptionnounUS /rɪˈsepʃən/
the manner in which something is greeted
From this reading In honor of his very first honeymoon, hence his first opportunity to escort a beautiful and blushing bride to the cozy little manse he had so painstakingly prepared for her reception, the Reverend David indulged in the unwonted luxury of a taxicab.
ReverendnounUS /ˈrevərənd/
a member of the clergy and a spiritual leader of the Christian Church
From this reading In honor of his very first honeymoon, hence his first opportunity to escort a beautiful and blushing bride to the cozy little manse he had so painstakingly prepared for her reception, the Reverend David indulged in the unwonted luxury of a taxicab.
scrutinynounUS /ˈskruːtəni/
the act of examining something closely (as for mistakes)
From this reading And happy in the consciousness of being absolutely correct as to detail, they were driven slowly down the beautifully shaded avenues of the Heights, one of the many charming suburbs of St. Louis,--aware of the scrutiny of interested eyes from the sheltering curtains of many windows.
shadedadjectiveUS /ˈʃeɪdɪd/
protected from heat and light with shade or shadow
From this reading And happy in the consciousness of being absolutely correct as to detail, they were driven slowly down the beautifully shaded avenues of the Heights, one of the many charming suburbs of St. Louis,--aware of the scrutiny of interested eyes from the sheltering curtains of many windows.
shelteringverbUS /ˈʃeltərɪŋ/
-ing form of “shelter” — provide shelter for
From this reading And happy in the consciousness of being absolutely correct as to detail, they were driven slowly down the beautifully shaded avenues of the Heights, one of the many charming suburbs of St. Louis,--aware of the scrutiny of interested eyes from the sheltering curtains of many windows.
without speed (“slow” is sometimes used informally for “slowly”)
From this reading And happy in the consciousness of being absolutely correct as to detail, they were driven slowly down the beautifully shaded avenues of the Heights, one of the many charming suburbs of St. Louis,--aware of the scrutiny of interested eyes from the sheltering curtains of many windows.
for that reason; with the result that
From this reading In honor of his very first honeymoon, hence his first opportunity to escort a beautiful and blushing bride to the cozy little manse he had so painstakingly prepared for her reception, the Reverend David indulged in the unwonted luxury of a taxicab.
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From this reading And happy in the consciousness of being absolutely correct as to detail, they were driven slowly down the beautifully shaded avenues of the Heights, one of the many charming suburbs of St. Louis,--aware of the scrutiny of interested eyes from the sheltering curtains of many windows.
suburbsnounUS /ˈsʌbərbz/
plural of “suburb” — a residential district located on the outskirts of a city
From this reading And happy in the consciousness of being absolutely correct as to detail, they were driven slowly down the beautifully shaded avenues of the Heights, one of the many charming suburbs of St. Louis,--aware of the scrutiny of interested eyes from the sheltering curtains of many windows.
taxicabnounUS /ˈtæksikæb/
a car driven by a person whose job is to take passengers where they want to go in exchange for money
From this reading In honor of his very first honeymoon, hence his first opportunity to escort a beautiful and blushing bride to the cozy little manse he had so painstakingly prepared for her reception, the Reverend David indulged in the unwonted luxury of a taxicab.
used before a noun that is already known, already mentioned, or the only one of its kind
From this reading MANSERS The introduction of Mrs. David Arnold Duke, nee Methodist, to the members of her husband's Presbyterian flock, was, for the most part, consummated with grace and dignity.
the people, animals, or things already mentioned, as the subject
From this reading And happy in the consciousness of being absolutely correct as to detail, they were driven slowly down the beautifully shaded avenues of the Heights, one of the many charming suburbs of St. Louis,--aware of the scrutiny of interested eyes from the sheltering curtains of many windows.
used before the base form of a verb to make the infinitive
From this reading MANSERS The introduction of Mrs. David Arnold Duke, nee Methodist, to the members of her husband's Presbyterian flock, was, for the most part, consummated with grace and dignity.
untowardadjectiveUS /əntuːˈɔːrd/
not in keeping with accepted standards of what is right or proper in polite society
From this reading Only one untoward incident lingered in her memory to cloud her lovely face with annoyance.
unwontedadjective
unaccustomed or unusual
From this reading In honor of his very first honeymoon, hence his first opportunity to escort a beautiful and blushing bride to the cozy little manse he had so painstakingly prepared for her reception, the Reverend David indulged in the unwonted luxury of a taxicab.
precisely as stated
From this reading In honor of his very first honeymoon, hence his first opportunity to escort a beautiful and blushing bride to the cozy little manse he had so painstakingly prepared for her reception, the Reverend David indulged in the unwonted luxury of a taxicab.
wasauxiliary verbUS /wɑːz/
the past form of “be” used with I, he, she, it, or a singular noun
From this reading MANSERS The introduction of Mrs. David Arnold Duke, nee Methodist, to the members of her husband's Presbyterian flock, was, for the most part, consummated with grace and dignity.
wereauxiliary verbUS /wɜːr/
the past form of “be” used with you, we, they, or a plural noun
From this reading And happy in the consciousness of being absolutely correct as to detail, they were driven slowly down the beautifully shaded avenues of the Heights, one of the many charming suburbs of St. Louis,--aware of the scrutiny of interested eyes from the sheltering curtains of many windows.
(trademark) an operating system with a graphical user interface
From this reading And happy in the consciousness of being absolutely correct as to detail, they were driven slowly down the beautifully shaded avenues of the Heights, one of the many charming suburbs of St. Louis,--aware of the scrutiny of interested eyes from the sheltering curtains of many windows.
in the company of; together with
From this reading MANSERS The introduction of Mrs. David Arnold Duke, nee Methodist, to the members of her husband's Presbyterian flock, was, for the most part, consummated with grace and dignity.
