First annual Luthor Charity Ball a smashing success

by Mary S Welling

The elite of Metropolis and other urban centers gathered at Luthor manor in Smallville last night to party and donate to charity. The theme of the evening was historical figures, and the guests did not disappoint. Spotted in the crowd were costumes  running the gamut from Robin Hood to Roman emperors. The host of the evening, Lex Luthor, darling son of Metropolis, ruled over the evening unaccompanied and decked out as Alexander the Great.

Other costumes included Cleopatra and Aphrodite worn by locals Lana Lang and Chloe Sullivan.

Lex Luthor as Alexander the Great

Mr. Luthor was quoted as saying that the ball will become an annual event. He also said he has decided to spend some of his considerable fortune helping those who most need it. This year the proceeds will go to orphanages around Metropolis.

The highlight of the evening was a live performance by All-American Rejects. Notable people in attendance were Bruce Wayne (dressed as Zorro) of Wayne Enterprises, and Oliver Queen (dressed as Robin Hood) of Queen Industries, both of whom were schoolmates of Lex Luthor (Excelsior Prep, '98).

Attendees totaled over 500, including community leaders, area agricultural engineers, and even young people from the local high school (see photo).   

 For more photos, please see A3