THE SOCIAL ROUND

Auckland Star, Volume LX, Issue 83, 9 April 1929, Page 10

THE SOCIAL ROUND

PERSONAL ITEMS.

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M -• M Tfi'sketh. of K"inii"ia. returned yc-'i'd.iy b\ uu'lor irum Cambridge.

Mi-\ T. 1)11ni•:j 11. (if Huiiten ille. is at pi. -i'ii: in Auckland. iU tlie lira ml Hotel.

M:«. \\". K. Bush will hnue on Friday fur I I'l' lieu Innne in Brisbane, Queensiaiid.

M -. A. Hoid. of N'or'hwood, England. : b ii- ' i'.'g the Dominion and is at Hotel Cm rgen.

Mm. F. L Payne, of London, is a vi-itnr to the nonunion and is at Hotel (. .1 rgeii.

Mrs. ff. Horrocks has returned to her hi mi c after an enjoyable holiday at Kntorua.

Mr. and Mrs. ff p. I.iebert motored through from Wellington during the week -end. • • • •

Mr. and Mr«. Bown motored from Wellington yesterday and are at the tlrainl Hotel. » ♦ » *

Mrs. -L Red pa tli, of Christchurch, is speti/Tmg a. holiday in Auckland and is at. the Grand Hotel. ••• • \

Mrs. Alan Leonard, of Reinuera. lias returned home after a short holday ?nent at Waitcvmo. * • * •

Mrs. Facer and Miss Facer have returned to Street, Northeote. from their Faster holidays at Deep Creek.

Mr*. F. Howard, of Dunedin. accompanied by Miss Howarth. are spending m holiday in the North Island and are at present at "^tonehurst." • • • •

Arnonz the Star Hotel guests are Mrs. W. A. Hulton, nf Taumariinui, Mrs. fi. Andrews,'of Kohukohu, Mrs. C'. M. Page, of Rotorua. • • * •

Mrs. Kdwnrrt Blair, of Epsom, who ha=> lieerf for a. motoring tour, which included Cambridge, Uapier and Wairakei, i-< now .at Helensville.

Mr>. fohn Fuller, sen., who has been touring for two months and visiting Picton. Blenheim and the South Island, has returned to Auckland.

MUa Ida Walker, who has been on a walking tour of the West Coast, has returned to Auckland. Miss Walker has recently come bade to Auckland after upending some years in Australia and lately as a member of Madame Melba's Opera Company.

Miss Myers. nf the Pukekohe Post Office l staff, has been transferred on promot ion to a senior position in the Wariganui office, and leaves within a few days to take up her new duties in that otfire.

Lady M. F. Plrilp, of Sydney, and her sister. Miss H. Munro. accompanied 1»v Mrs. C. S. Murray and Mrs. S. Ferguson, were passengers on the Aorangi passing through Auckland on a world tour. They intend visiting Honolulu and Vancouver, 'hen crossing to England and tfto Continent before returning home.

Mrs. D. Coates-Hogg, of Wanganui. and Mrs. Robert Hamilton, of Kaitaiki. Kan mil, left by the Niagara to-day on a visit to America and Canada. While there they will make a sketching tour of the Rockies, later returning by motor across the States. Mrs. Coates-Hogg ■will meet her son, Mr. Noel Coates-Hogg. who has been studying at the Buick School of Engineering, and has come first in his examination out of a class of twenty-two. which is very creditable for a young New Zealander in the home of mechanics, the United States.

Many music lovers in New Zealand ■will remember with pleasure the playing of Miss Adelina Leon, when she toured New Zealand with her 'cello. The last mail brings the news that Mi*s Leon was giving a recital at the Wigmore Hall, London, when she was to be assisted by Ethel Hobday and Arnold Bax, the well-known English composer, whose works have appeared frequently in programmes of the London Philharmonic Society and other London concerts. A sonata composed by Arnold Bax was performed as a duet by the composer and Miss Leon.

WEDDINGS OF THE WEEK.

GRACEY—BROWN.

The Baptist Church, Waihi, was the •cone of a pretty wedding when Miss CJiadys I. Brown, eldest daughter of Mr. and M rs. S. H. Brown, was married to Mr. Charles J. Gracey, son of Mr. James Cracey and the late* Mrs. Gracey. The popularity of the bride and groom was attested to by the large gathering of friends and well-wishers, some relations coming from as far away as New Plymouth. Pastor S. J. Gilbert officiated. The bride, who entered the ehuTch on the arm of her father to the strains of the wedding march played by Miss Morgan, wore a dress of ivory <repe de chine trimmed with silver lace and diamante buckle, and surmounted by a tulle veil with coronet of orange blossoms. She was attended by her sister, Miss Merle Brown, and Miss Violet Collier as bridesmaids, attired respectively in dresses of pink and mauve crepe de chine. The bridegroom was supported by the Rev. Albert Keller and Mr. Samuel Hamilton. The wedding breakfast was held in the Salvation Army Young People's Hall, about 70 guests attending. Despite his 84 years. Mr. C. J. Brown, of Thames, journeyed to Waihi anil joined heartily in the proceedings.

ENGAGEMENTS ANNOUNCED

The engagement is announced of Amelia Vera, second daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Cr. F. Thompson, of Taumarunui, to Osmond John, eldest son of Mr. and Mr 3. John Morey, of Mount Eden, Auckland.

The engagement is announced of Alvi rea May. only d Mi-lt'er of the Into Mr .Arthur Conti'dl .in I }'r . ( <>ii■ i. ri

Mrs. Albert St-nr-nt. of •!.» M-10-diitiu-c Kaurimu, to Richard, eldest son of Mr. fd Jfa, "Win. Astop, ol HuntJy, Wai-

SOCIAL GATHERINGS.

On Saturday evening: Mr<. .f. O'Brifii, 11f Tanmarunui. a bridge evening lor her ;jue~t. .Miss Edwards. of Auckland. I'ri/.es with won by .Mr. Beeche and Mi'. Managh.

Mrs. (i. !'. Mini-oil was hostess at a bridge evening in Tanmarunui in honour of Mrs. White, of Wellington. The drawing room of her home was prettily decorated with .Michaelmas daisies. The prizes were won by Mi-s Ford and Mrs. Beeehe.

The members ( >f the Lyceum Gardenmg Circle paid a visit to Mr. Harry (ioldie's beautiful garden, in St. George's Bay Road, to-day. and. after viewing the beautiful flowers, were entertained to t.ea by Mrs. Goldie.

On Thursday night an enjoyable party was held at the residence of Mr. and Mrs. Stevenson. of Xihoniho. Matiere. to celebrate the twenty-tirst birthday of their daughter, Kitty. The flowers tluit decorated the rooms were presented to Mi»s Stevenson by the school children of Nihoniho. Those [■resent were: Misses Shannon. Irving, 1. Brown, S. Margan. K. Williams. R. Si'ott. .lorgenson, Manning, Rosevear: Messrs. F. -lulian. It. Weinlmrg, C. Manning. X. Dillimore, .T. Ross, A. Ross, A. .lorgenson. <;. .Torgenson. S. Morgan, C. So wry, (_'. Ryan, -I. Gordon, Smith.

If you >ee a woman who is apparently wearing her lull back to front, do not accuse her of carelessness. She is merely obeying with her u*ual alacrity the latest dictates of Dame Fashion, writes our London correspondent, who has decreed that all trimmings on both dresses and hats are to be worn at the buck. Hats which are absolutely plain in front are elaborately embroidered at the back. These have taken the fancy of the Queen of Spain, who has ordered several to be sent to Madrid from Paris. Some of the new buckles are made of looking glass. Worn at the back of a hat, these should be distinctly useful to the person behind.

The UMial monthly meeting of the Te Atatu Women's Institute was held on Thursday. The meeting was opened with the singing of "Jerusalem." Mrs. <!ill taking the solo. This being the institute's birthday, the president. Mrs. Paton, wished the members many happy birthdays and all success. A most interesting address was given by Mrs. Stuart, of Henderson, on Tahiti, and this was followed by a roll call on "How to Keep \ oung. ' Afternoon tea was dispensed by Mesdames Tickle, Miller and Pain, at which a birthday cake given by Mrs. Paton was lit and cut, these honours being drawn for. Mrs. Pain drew the honour to light the cake and Miss D. Semadino had the honour of cutting it. A hearty vote of thanks was accorded Mrs. Stuart for her address and the singing of the National Anthem brought the meeting to a close.

A very enjoyable farewell afternoon was given on Saturday by Miss Alma Knight, of Shipherd's Avenue, Epsom, for her cousin. Mrs. Dr. Ray Bcllringer, who is leaving shortly to take up her residence in Christchurch. Songs were given by Mrs. Grace Nicholson, Mrs. p]va Simpson, Mrs. Ray Bcllringer, Miss Doreen D'Authreau. and Miss Beryl Poulton. Mrs. Humphrey Steward acted as accompanist. A verv amusing competition was won by .Miss B. Poulton. Miss Knight received her guests wearing a frock of navy and rose georgette. Oriental braidings. Mrs. Dr. Bcllringer, burnt, pink crepe de chine and black face cloth en.sen,»b!e suit, trimmed with black skunk, and a tight-fitting black and pink felt hat completed the costume. Amongst those also present were: Mesdames G. F. Robinson \V. J. Vaughan. G. Edwards, R. Dickinson. S. E. Ward. S<|uirre!l. Misses Madge Clarke. Mona Craig. Roma D'Authreau, Kate Ince, and M. Flavell.

When asked for tlip rhyme and reason of her being in New Zealand. Miss M. K. Wilson, a prominent member of the Guide movement in England. said: '•Really speaking. I am here to help along guiding in New Zealand." Occasionally the Old Country received a call from the Dominions for an organiser, or someone who could introduce new ideas to grow here, and Mi>s Wil.-on was appointed. Her position in England was really similar to that occupied bv Mi?s Mona Burgin here. In England Mis-j Wilson was Provisional Commissioner the district of Ayrshire, Scotland. She arrived in Auckland on February 12, and has toured both islands, visiting Guide companies and Brownie packs, and holding training classes for Guides and Commissioners. She intends leaving Auckland on Friday for South Australia, where she will conduct a six-week-' tour in that country. M' Wil-lii -r:i!n.l tl-at sh" ha- f.>m>i.l ;.ui 'i:!-,' righ; ; hruitgiinn New Zealand to be on a very good footing. It was in a flourishing state, and was making satisfactory advancement generally.

To lie in the fashion nowadays you must pive a party more original and ccccntric than anybody else's. Competition is keen and the task becomes more and more difficult, write our London correspondent, but .Mr. Sheridan Ku-sell seems to have thought of somethin,i: that, so far. is unique. Mr. Russell is a 'cellist and a nephew of Sir Laudon Ronald. the well-known conductor and song writer, and he invited his quests tn an "uncooked bottle party" in the kitchen of his Hat after iiis concert at the Grotrian Hall recently. The quests were requested to take aprons, eggs and any other ingredients they needed. They then had to cook and eat the eggs.

A delightful party was held by Miss Alice I'erry on the occasion of her birthday at their residence, Fisherton Street. (irev Lynn. on Saturday night last. The hostess, who entertained about ")l> guests, was gowned in red satin and silk net trimmed with gold. During the evening games and dancing were held ill the hall, which was gaily decorated with streamers. Among those present were: Mesdames I'erry, jun.. Oakes, Montgomery, King, Kagle, Re.v, Misses J. Coulter. E. Laing, A. Walters, K. Brett. M. Coulter, M. Morrow. K. Perry. K. Buchanan. C'. Thornton. M. Fribence. M. Oakes, R. Riddell, M. Thornton, M. Keesing, E. Oakes, R. Walters, B. Oakes.

A successful "At Home" was hold by the members of the Auckland District Methodist Young Women's Bible Class Union on Saturday afternoon at the Domain Tea Kiosk, when Mrs. Harvey Cook, president of the New Zealand movement, and Miss Kae Barrell. secretary. were entertained. On arrival the guests were received by Mrs. F. White, president of the Auckland Union, and were presented with beautiful bomjuets of autumn-tinted flowers, brown and gold being the colours of the union. Miss Lei Sewell. travelling secretary of the Student Christian Movement, and Miss Elsie Sewell, travelling secretary of the Bible Class movement, were present and a number of members from southern unions also attended. After the speeches of welcome had been given, songs were sung by Miss Jean Buttle and Miss Lena Hendra gave recitations. Tea concluded a most enjovable afternoon.