Y.W.C.A.

Sun (Christchurch), Volume 1, Issue 8, 14 February 1914, Page 10

Y.W.C.A.

GARDEN PARTY AT RICCARTON. Green lawns, bright flowers, and pretty frocks all contributed to the gay scene that was presented at 13 ? grounds of Mrs John Deans,- Riecarton, this when a Garden Party in aid of the funds of the Y.W.C.A. was held under the patronage of her Excellency Lady LiverpqpJ. . ' \ Her Excellency arrive* shortly after four o'clock, and was accompanied-by Captain Eastwood, A.D.C. 'Mrs Kaye, president of the YiW.CA., in a brief address, welcomed Lady Liverpool, and expj;ossed the appreciation of the committee for her Excellency's kind patronage and interest. At tho conclusion of MrsrK;:ye' % s speech, a tiny maiden in a daintily embroidered white muslin frock, presented her ladyship with a bouquet of pale mauve swoct peas. In the course of her reply, Lady Liverpool expressed her pleasure at being present at the function, and explained that she already had a-bowing acquaintance with the Auckland and Wellington of the Y.W.C.A. llcr Excellency wished the C'jristohnreii branch every success. During the afternoon an '.. ;i air concert, of musical --aml oJoi-Ui .oiiary items was given. Afternoon >te.t was dispensed at littlo tables luider tho trees, and the pleasure of tho afternoon was enhanced,by selections ..i'rqui a string band. Altogether tho function was most successful, and the proceeds from tho entciiainn.eht should amount to a not inconsiderable sum.