SOCIAL GATHERINGS.

Auckland Star, Volume LIX, Issue 214, 10 September 1928, Page 10

SOCIAL GATHERINGS.

The Birkdale Social Club held their weekly whist drive in the Birkdale Public Hall on Thursday night. The prize winners were: Ladies, Mrs. Smithson 1, Mrs. Benfell 2; gentlemen, Mr. R. Harkins 1, Mr. H. Cosnett 2.

As a final festivity for the winter holiday, a very jolly children's dance and party was given by Mrs. W. Marshall on Saturday at her home in Clifton Road, Takapuna. The large reception room was used for dancing, and was prettily decorated with streamers and balloons of all available colours. Amongst the guests were Mrs. E. Close, Mr. and Mrs. H. Symonds, the Misses L. Williamson, M. Deighton, B. Ellis, M. Barton, E. Spriggs, E. M. and H. Marshall. and X. Horrocks; also P. Horrocks, B. Ellis, J. Kissen, P. Deighton, M. Close, J. Richardson, W. Foreman, T. Yarnton, and F. Williamson.

The usual monthly meeting of the Te Atatu Women's Institute was held recently, but owing to a very wet afternoon tnere was a epaTse attendance of members. The president, Mrs. Paton, took the chair. Miss Ellis, who was to have given a demonstration on basketmaking, was compelled to postpone her visit on account of the weather. Only nece«>sary business, which included the discussion of remits for the annual meeting of the Provincial Federation, was gone on with. This being completed, afternoon tea was dispensed by Mrs. Pijacini and Mrs. Adamson, and the meeting was closed in the usual way. The institute gave another of their dramatic and musical evenings, which appeared to be much enjoyed by a large attendance, amongst whom were a number of visitors from Henderson.

| A Cheery dance was held in the University Hall on Saturday evening by the law students, excellent music being provided by Walter Smith'B orchestra. Among those present were: Miss K. Hackett, blue fringed crepe de chine; Miss Osborne, apple green taffeta; Miss V. Lowe, aimond green beaded georgette and shoulder wrap; Miss Jean McCormick, peach coloured satin; Miss J. Rowley, pink georgette; Miss Wilson, cyclamen chiffon and silver; Miss Peggy Hume, blush pink taffeta and Bilver; Miss R. Peyez, pillar box red georgette; Miss Maisie Milne, ivory fringed georgette; Miss S. Bircher, cherry taffeta; Miss K. Morpeth, pastel pink georgette; Miss Fenwick, lace frock over pink; Miss G. MeConnell, lavender chiffon velvet; Miss M. Hawley. crimson georgette, beaded in crystal; Miss E. Lamb, blue taffeta •. Miss Pickmere, jade green satin, worked in beads; Miss Vermont, nattier blue taffeta and silver; Miss V. Williams, hyacinth blue taffeta and georgette hem-. Miss Osborne, apple green taffeta: Miss .T. Rowley, corn georgette and silver embroideries; Miss Wann, cream chiffon; Miss R. Dale, pink tarteta; Miss D. Shrewsbury, black ring velvet and silver lame; Miss L. Rosser. rose floral crepe fleuri; Miss N. McElroy sunkist georgette; Miss Haves, re. blue taffeta- Miss P. Gash, pink frilled chiffon: Miss Hughes, gold and ivory brocaded satin: Miss O. Wernhnm, cream chiffon: Miss Brodv, ivorv lace gown: Miss Whitehouse, Burgundv shot taffeta; Mi«s Miller, coral pi n "k satin, shawl to tone.

At the annual meeting of the Tau-1 marunui Pioneers' Association, the Mayor, Mr. G. E. Manson, said he had been asked by the president, Mr. F. M. Carroll, to refer to the excellent work Mr. and Mrs. F. T. Brown had done for the association, and as a mark of appreciation of their services he presented Mrs. Brown with a silver rose bowl an<'. Mr. Brown with a pipe.

Ihe Manure wa Catholic queen carnival continues to create considerable interest locally and in surrounding districts. There was a good attendance at a social and dance held in the Alfriston hall on Saturday evening in support of the town queen (Mis 3 Helen Marshall). The function was organised by Mr. B. Peguero, assisted by Madam Aileen Frost and an energetic committee. Popular items were interspersed with the dancing, contributing artists being as follbwsSongs, Misses Mavis Gibbs, D. Nelson, Joan Everingham, Madam Aileen lrrost; elocution. Miss Connie Gilbertson; fancy dancing, Miss Diana Lodge. The dance music was dispensed by Kiddell's Orchestra. A dainty supper was provided by the ladies of the committee.

A very successful bridge and 500 afternoon was held on Friday in the bowlers' pavilion in connection with the Takapuna Croquet Club, with Mrs. Cutler and Mrs. Davies as hostesses. There was a large gathering of players, both games being keenly contested. The winners were:—For bridge. Mrs. Hayden; runners-up, Mrs. Stubbs and the sealed numbers, Mrs. Nagle and Mrs. O'Halloran; and in 500, Mrs. Retter. Among the guests were:—Mrs. Blackwood, Mrs. Audley, Mrs. Lewins, Mrs. Hayden, Mrs. O'Halloran, Mrs. Brinsden, Mre. Cooper, Mrs. Bolland, Mrs. McKenzie, Mrs. Black, Mrs. Seton, Mrs. Foster, Mrs. Newall (president of Devonport Croquet Club), Mrs. Swan, Mrs. Salmon, Mrs. Hart Smith, Mrs. Tidmarsh, Mrs. A. W. Clark, Mrs. M. Thompson, Mrs. Taylor, Mrs. Burton, Miss G. Williams, Mrs. Bray, Mrs. Elliott, Mrs. Nagle, Mrs. Cros'lier, Mrs. Stubbs, Mrs. Retter, Mrs. Tresize, Mrs. Collins, Mrs. Roche, Mrs. Allnutt, Mrs. O. Clarke, Mrs. Marks, Miss Burton, and Mrs. Angrove.

A delightful dinner party was given by the Associated Churches of Christ on Saturday evening, at the Penrith Reception Rooms, to welcome Dr. and Mrs. Buraham, of St. Louis, U.S.A., who are touring the Dominion, and are en route to Australia. Mr. T. J. Bull presided. Appropriate speeches of welcome were delivered by Mr. A. A. Creamer, the Auckland president, and Messrs. W. Taylor, R. G. Dick, C. Garrett, G. Moyle, H. Callam. and Mrs. H. Callam. Mrs. and Dr. Burnham both addressed the large gathering in a charming manner, and thanked those present for the wonderful welcome bestowed on them. The following guests attended: Mr., Mrs. and Miss Creamer, Mr. and Mrs. Glaister, Mr. and Mrs. Garrett, Mr. and Mrs. Moyle, Mr., Mrs., and Miss Greenwood, Mr. and Mrs. H. Callam, Mr., Mr?., and Miss Dick, Mr. Perkins, Mr. Leng, Miss Bagnall, Dr. Drury, Mr. and Mrs. Manifold, Mr. and Mrs. McDonald, Mrs. and Mis? Nunn. Mr. and Mrs. Vickev, Mr. and Mrs. Craig, Mr. and Mrs. Lang, Mrs. and Misses Evans, Mr. and Mrs. Ramsey, Mr. and Mrs. Ross, Mr. and Mrs. Bryan, Mr. and Mrs. Sherwin, Mrs. and Miss Yockney, Mrs. Latimer, Mrs. Bell. Mrs. Linehani.

The Waitemata Women's Progressive League held its monthly meeting at Mrs. Paul Kingdon's residence, Bayswater, on Wednesday night, the latter part of the programme being of a social nature. Dr. W. J. C. Wilkie. who presided, in outlining the activities of the league, mentioned that 112 families, representing about ">(X* individuals, had been clothed, and 7001b of sugar, 1001b of flour, 40 sacks of coal, £9 worth of meat coupons, 300 packets of rolled cats, and other goods were now being distributed deserving cases. Votes of thanks were passed to Mesdamw Maw, iMngdon, Middleton and Mr. Trinder for their assistance in the distribution, and o e Takapuna ex-service men for leir co-operation, but more particularly dance in S n b r t L th ioSr n « 1 Takapuna. 7 Vnnt eocieties

Mrs. J. Miles was the hostess at an enjoyable bridge party at her residence, Taumarunui, last week. The drawingroom was prettily decorated with spring flowers, and the prizes were won by Mre. •Joyce. Miss Stevenson and Mrs. Lynskey. * * » »

To raise funds for the Anglican Church, Taumarunui, a successful children's dance wa» arranged recently by Mrs. Melrose and Mre. Jones. The winners of competitions were as follow:—Miss P. Ginders, Mist W. Leydon, Mr. N. Campbell and Miss Paula Ginders.

The Birkenhead Residents and Ratepayers' Association held their monthly old-time dance in the Foresters Hall, Birkenhead, on Thursday night last. Although a boisterous night, there was a good attendance. Dancing was enjoyed until well on to midnight. Judging by the spirit in which every one entered the various dances, old-time dancing has come to stay at Birkenhead, and the Ratepayers' Association is to be congratulated in providing*a long-felt want iu the district. Miss . Stayte supplied the music.

New decorations in various shades of fuchsia and deep gold were used for Miss Spencer's studio dance on Saturday evening. New musical items were provided by Mr. Jack Rowe and his band. Among the many pretty gowns worn were: Miss Spencer, powder blue taffeta and gold lace, with uneven hem; Mrs. G. Anderson, black crepe fleuri and scarf; Mrs. V. Reys, blue georgette, with bands of blue velvet; Mrs. C. Lewis, black ring velvet gown; Mrs. H. Schmidt, wistaria georgette, panniers of taffeta; Mrs. Reid, flame embossed chenille; Mrs. J. Burfoot, ivory ninon, rose shawl; Mis? McLeod, coral pink satin and silver lace; Miss Lord, bronze velvet; Miss G. Herring, china blue brocade and silver; Miss R. Wickham deep pink georgette; Miss E. Wickham, pastel pink chiffon and lace; Miss E. Casey, black Chantillv lace gown; Miss J. Pomeroy, black satin and georgette; Miss E. Sharp, salmon pink crepe de chine; Miss N. Donkin black georgette and lace; Miss G. Ballantyne, old rose ring velvet; Miss M. Ballantyne, larkspur blue satin; Mis? D. King, silver lame skirt, pink georgette bodice'; Miss Kln S, goblin blue taffeta; Miss M Dunn, early period pink crepe de chine; Miss Blackwell, blue ninon and crystal beads; Miss A. Stewart, nattier blue satin and silver; Miss Milne, black satin and georgette; Miss Howard, apricot chiffon and gold lace; Miss Heald, light orange satin, with gold lace; Miss' J. Cox, mauve and silver; Miss Kent, gold lame and gold lace skirt; Miss Smith, moonlight blue taffeta, with silver lace; Miss G. Bowen, black satin, floral embroideries; Miss Wheatley, apple green taffeta; Miss Blanlield, apricot satin and silver fringe; Miss McAdam, apple green crepe de chine; Miss Warren, sunglow velvet frocks; Miss Craig, black tulle and georgette; Miss M. Smyth, shell pink satin and ninon; Miss Potter, ivory tulle; Mis? J. Wallace, purple ring velvet and gold lacc.

A gala night was held at the Click Clack Cabaret on Saturday evening, when exhibition dances were given by Mr. Clyde Howley and there were ten musical items. Among the many pretty gowns were: Miss J. Mitchell, pale pink taffeta, shoulder posy; Mrs. St. Clair Woollams, gold lace frock with uneven hem; Mrs. McFarlane, ivory corded silk; Miss Carr, white chiffon and silver motifs; Miss Ashton Warner, pale pink taffeta; Miss Latimer, coral pink taffeta and silver lace; Miss Lennard,* almond green taffeta and silver; Miss Garrett, powder blue georgette and cream lace; Miss L. Archer, shell pink chiffon and flowers; Miss X. Armstrong, cyclamen crepe fleuri; Mrs. Lee, flowered georgette and diamante trimming; Miss Keys, pink satin and chiffon; Miss Ensor, I apricot georgette, uneven hem; Miss j Wendell, black georgette? Miss E. Tay- I lor, white lace frock; Mrs. P. Lewie, sequin georgette and shoulder sprays; Miss Holland, apple green ninon and silver lace; Mrs. MacCormack, cherry and gold brocade; Miss Jones, gold tissue and gold lace; Miss Clarke, turquoise blue taffeta, with frilled skirt; Miss T., Franchi, black beaded georgette; Miss! Stohls, powder blue chiffon; Miss Tye, pink georgette; Miss Morgan, cream ninon and black satin sash; Miss O'Connor, white beaded georgette; Miss K. Xaidi, black and gold georgette; Miss Stokes, shot taffeta; Miss Graham, ivory lace over black chiffon; Miss E. Gardiner, cherry crepe fleuri and silver lace; Miss Downs, blue shot taffeta, uneven hem; Miss Savers, white embroidered muslin; Miss Lee, burgundy shot taffeta.

The new rose-coloured decorations at the Dixieland Cabaret formed a delightful setting for a large number of dancers who went in search of a happy time on Saturday night. The latest dance music was played by the orchestra, under the leadership of Mr. Harry Neilson, and was much appreciated by everybody. Among the dancers were: Mrs. H. Graham, flame velvet and gold lace; Mrs. Robinson, silver lace over pale pink, with pink georgette skirt; Mrs. Ivan Eccles, frock of black ring velvet and gold lace; Mrs. B. Jones, cyclamen taffeta; Mrs. C. Emmanuel, rose Slid silver frock; Mrs. X. D. Carter, black beaded ninon over green; Mrs. 0. Preston, frock of black georgette; Mrs. McCullv, black georgette and silver lame; Mrs. G. Harley, emerald green georgette and silver lace; Miss J. Graham, leaf green georgette and taffeta; Miss D. Ford, cherry-colourcd georgette with silver embroideries; Miss Evelyn Ford, black taffeta and lace; Miss M. Clifford, cameo pink georgette; Miss Haszard, flame and gold georgette; Miss M. Beale (Tauranga), shot gold and green taffeta: Miss M. Wright, silver tissue and ivory georgette; Miss B. Andreassen. shrimp pink georgette and silver lace: Miss Adams, black georgette frock: Mi«s Bailey, mimosa ring velvet; Miss D. Moirs, amethyst taffeta; Miss Mitchell, black ring velvet with 'floral trimming: Miss R. Edgar, flame georgette with sequin trimming; Miss T. Cox, blue crepe de chine; Miss M. Puck, cameo pink beaded georgette; Miss J. Russell, buttercup satin and £reorgette: Miss Ballantvne, shell pink lace frock: Miss M. Mortesen, amethyst rinp: velvet; Miss Wingate, ivory chenille velvet frock; Miss G. Cooper, white georgette with French floral trimming; Miss Didsbury, biscuitcoloured laee over crepe de chine; Miss Brown, frock of gold and fuchsia lame with tulle skirt; Miss Edgar, cherrycoloured georgette: Miss X. Overton cream velvet; Miss Plumb, cyclamen ring velvet and silver lace: Miss Pike, black ring velvet frock; Miss D. West, sea green crepe de chine; Miss Burt, honey-coloured georgette and lace; Miss R. Fenton, shell pink georgette; Miss Berridge, gold and flame silk; Miss Edarcumbe. green and silver brocaded frock: Mi--* Cofield, silver lace over ivory crepe de chine: Miss M. Carter, larkspur blue georgette with diamante trimming; Miss =H. Dale, black charmeuse with scarlet shoulder posy.

Tamaison Couch celebrated her twenty-first birthday in the Victoria Hall, Birkenhead, on Saturday night last, the hall being tastefully deeorated for the occasion. Games, dancing and musical items made a very delightful evening. The guests were: Miss Tamaison Couch, in vieux rose ray de chine, lace petals; Miss B. Dunn, jade green silk; Miss S. V. Wright, pink satin and ninon; Miss J. Dunn, powder blue crepe de chine; Miss O. Sutton, vieux rose crepe de chine; Miss Gumman, black velvet; Miss J. Hill, blue panne velvet and blue shawl; Miss B. Stayte, cyclament taffeta; Miss J. Stayte, pink crepe de chine; Miss R. Harpon, blue taffeta; Miss L. Thorburn, pink taffeta; Miss Couch, floral ninon; Mrs. Kelly, black satin; Mrs. R. Kelly, black velvet; Miss Lunny, pink ninon; Mrs. Woods, black crepe de chine; Mrs. Ripley, floral georgette; Mrs. Norton, navy crepe de chine; Mrs. Gracie, lemon taffeta; Mrs. Hill, black satin and fawn; Mrs. Lunny, duchess blue crepe de chine; Miss Tucker, black velvet; Miss Chant, blue taffeta and silver lace; Miss G. Dunn, vieux rose crepe de chine; Miss H. Dunn, black velvet; Miss Swan, bltxe velvet and sequins. The supper table was carried out in white, pink and lemon, with vases of lilies and violets. Music was supplied by Miss B. Stayte and Mrs. R. Kelly.