SOCIAL GATHERINGS.

Auckland Star, Volume LXIII, Issue 260, 2 November 1932, Page 12

SOCIAL GATHERINGS.

A bridge evening to help. raise funds for the Progressive Association was held at Mairangi Bay on Saturday. The prizewinners were Mrs. Greenbury and Messrs. Woodard and Greenbury.

The next luncheon talk to the members of the Lyceum Club will take place on November 10, arid will be given by Miss Elsie K. Morton, on "See New Zealand First."

A fancy dress dance was held in the Pukeatua Hall on Friday, when gay streamers, bunting and graceful lycopodium made an appropriate setting.'The children gave a very pleasing series of folk dances. ■» • • • The girl citizens of the Y.W.C.A. held a week-end camp at the Y.W.CA. holiday house, Blockhouse Bay. The theme of the camp was Alice in Wonderland and all the inhabitants were changed into characters from Alice. The rabbit, the mad hatter, the King and Queen of Hearts, the duchess and all the rest were there. Miss Audrey McCrea, who has recently.returned from abroad, was camp director, and all campers gained much from,her talks of .camps in other countries and from her experience in work with girls. Singing, stunts, lobster quadrilles on the croquet ground, treasure" hunt, discussions and open air service and a closing campfire ceremonial made camp a joy to all who were fortunate enough to be there. * • *. * On: Thursday evening last the Ellerslie Ex-servicemen's Club held i its first ladies' night in the Masonic Hall. The president, Mr. Lan Simson, on behalf of the club, welcomed the guests, and spoke on the importance of such organisations having the ladies' support and co-operation. During the evening musical items ■ were given by Miss Tibbetts, Mrs. Simson and Mr. McLeodj and the club's orchestra rendered a few selections. Several competitions were also held, and cards and dancing indulged in. Among those present were:— Mesdames lan Simson, Mclsaac, Parsons, Bartlett, Kite, Day, Prior, Ivan Taylor, Willan, Chapman, Richardson, Ford, Budin, Pinches, Caudwell and Buchan. The ex-servicewomen were represented by Mrs. Simson and Mrs. Rogers. * * « * There was a good attendance at a dance held under the auspices of the Waiterimu Rugby League Eootball Club, when the president of the South Auckland Rugby League, Mr. R. T. Hill, presented the trophies won by the club during the football season. Mr. J. Foote received the trophies on behalf of the club- .captain.. Among those present were: Mesdames C. Hinton,, R. T. Hill, N.' Ea,st, J.-Cheyne, J. T. Grundy, J. •Mc<sovern,-W. Corry,B.; Little, Storey, L. ' Barnett,- H.. Ireland, R. Grundy, Misses M. Wallace, M. Hill, L. Fitness, E. Wallis, - M.' Wallace, V. Fitness, L. Higgins, J. Harrison, J. Ritchison, B. Hill,; M.'Hill, E. Peglice, • E. Cheyne, E. Waugh; J. Watt, E.-Mills, B. Hinton, E. Hinton, E. Spencer, L. Turner, B. j Laird, E. Newton, M: D.Gleeson, B.

Partridge, S. Patterson. „ *■ »'.''■■*'"'# • To aid the funds of the Navy League an enjoyable ■ bridge party was i given yesterday afternoon in the reception hall of-Milne and Choyce. Iceland poppies were- attractively arranged- for decprations. The guests were received by Miss A. Basten, who wore a blue ensemble, and hat to tone. Among those present were: Mesdame* J. A. F. Glasgow, W. H. Hamblin, Katterfeldt, B. Marquet, E. Smith, Leith-Napier, J. Best, Pike, M.. R. Shera, J".-. Dawson, W. Coltmau, J. McDougall, T. Collins, F. Harrison, C. Haryie, G. Blanford, M. W. Stark, Hudson, A. J. Maughan, Coulter, < jC. Dixon, R. Wright, J. W. Craven, 11. Streater, J. B.O'Loughlin, J. W. Browne, .A. M. Seaman, Jessup, 6. Horspool, A. ' I Coutte, T. Palmer, Gallaugher, Brand, ', Western, J. Patcrson, .Tobson, Webber, j C. Colhrook, Misses J. Soniniervillo, Hnigli, Morton,. R. Bent, Craven, Wright, ,Hadtteld and D. Knox. The prize whs i I won. by Mrs. Coltman* I

In spite of the bad weather a most enjoyable dance was held at Kumeu on Saturday evening under the auspices of the combined Wharepai and Rebekah Oddfellows, of Kumeu. Lodges from surrounding districts were well represented; and visitors attended from Auckland; Hobsonville, Henderson, Helensville and Waimauku. Two competition dances were held, the winners being Miss K. Reber and Mr. J. Hannah and Miss Thora Dane and Mr. W. Chatfield. Supper was served by the combined social committees.

To mark the close of the conference held by the members of the Auckland Provincial Federation of Women's Institutes last week, an enjoyable social gathering was held on' Friday eVening in the Victoria League rooms. Bowls of arum lilies i ( nd early summer flowers made the rooms gay and stands of greenery added to the effect. On arrival, the guests, who included Mrs. Dudley Dorman, of Norfolk Island, the first president of the Auckland federation, were received by the present president, Mrs. S. V. Irwin. Enjoyable vocal items were rendered by Mesdames P. Lee, J. H. Wyatt and L. Parry, the accompaniments being played by Mrs. Natusch. Supper was served during an interval in the programme and the evening concluded with social intercourse.

A farewell social was given in the Himiera Hall in honour of Mrs. J. Mercer, who, as Miss TJna Hoflfey, was assistant mistress at'the.Hinuera School for six and a-half years. In voicing the appreciation of the parents of the splendid work done by Mrs. Mercer: in the'-school, Mr. T. .de Renzy, secretary of'the'school committee, expressed the keen regret felt at her departure. • Oi) behalf of the residents of the district, Mr. W. Maud, chairman of the school committee, presented' Mrs. Mercer with a beautiful silver tea service.' suitably inscribed. Last week the children of the school assembled at the hall; to bid farewell to Mrs. Mercer. ..On .behalf of the pupils, Heather Germann spoke of their regret at losing Mrs. Mercer and asked Betty Cunningham to present her with a morning tea set from.the senior pupils. Jocelyn Russell handed; Mrs. Mercer a cake plate from the .i.junior children and Lorraine Russell presented her with a bouquet.

The members of the .Catholic Women's League attended in large numbers' the fair held in the league rooms on Thursday and Friday, October 27 and 28. The fair was opened by Bishop Liston, who was accompanied by Monsignor Cahill, and received by the president,. Mrs.-Pil-ling. Well-stocked stalls were assembled in the council room, * the ■■ lounge being arranged as a cafe chantant, where afternoon tea and refreshments were, served to music in the afternoons, and an enjoyable programme of dramatic items, songs, recitations and -dances in the evenings. The .stall holders were: Cakes, Mesdames Hamilton-Smith and Hugh Wright, assisted by Mesdames Mac Lean, Macarthy, Snedden, Tole, McGinn and Miss Fitzpatrick; sweets, Mesdames C. Clarke and Bradley, assisted by Misses M. O'Brien, R. Murphy, Foley, N. Brodie, E. Cork, R. McVeagh, Kelly, Wright, Hackett, Keady, Somerfleld and Dpvey; flowers, Mrs. Garland, assisted by Mesdames ' Gutteridge, Dickson, Wright, Misses Wells and Nolan;, provisions, Mrs. Joseph and Miss Ormond, assisted by Mrs. Dunne; novelties, < Mesdames

O'Leary and Scruby, assisted by Misses Fogarty, Scruby and Mrs. Healy; mystery room, Miss Peggy Flynn and Mrs. Beddoes; refreshments, Misses E. Browne, A. Bryant, Mrs. Hugh Maguire, assisted by Mesdames Stichbury, Rauch, Meyer, Wathew, Misses Smith, Drysdale (2), Wathew, Maemanemin, Clements, Flynn; entertainments, Mesdames R. Cruickshank and Hansen. Included in the programmes for the evenings were three excerpts from "Twelfth Night," arranged by Mrs. Bartley Baxter, those taking part being Misses Leah Buddie, Yvonne Watson, Lorraine McElroy, Messrs. Alan Harper and Edward Churchouse. Graceful dances, arranged by Miss Mabel Johnson, were contributed by, Misses Irene Isaacs, Joan Charlton, Betty Fulton and Nance Lamb., Madame Mary Towsey contributed much appreciated vocal solos. Others contributing to the very enjoyable programme were Misses Ethna Cork, Mary Cruickshank,' M. Mitchell, Mrs. Cantwell, Mr.' Cooke and Misa Tinline.

A mock court, by which a substantial sum was raised for the Women's Institute queen, Miss Lovell, was held at the cabaret, Brown's Bay, recently. Parts were taken by Messrs. Bell, Mullmger, Lovell, Mitchell, Whistler and others. A number of cases were tried and there were some amusing incidents during the proceedings. Votes for the various queens were recorded and Miss Lovell is leading this date. # * * *

The annual inspection of Epsom Nursing Division of the St. John Ambulance Brigade was conducted by Mr. (J. J. Tunks, commissioner. Mr. F. J. Hutchinson, assistant-commissioner, Mr. A. W. Probert, district superintendent, Mr. Hitchon,, district officer, and Mrs. Cammell, lady corps superintendent, were also present. The commissioner signified his approval of the secretarial work, accounts and equipment, and presented the brigade and divisional awards. The second service badge was awarded to Mrs. Roughton and Mrs. E. Jordan; five years' certificate, Miss K. Haselden, Miss M. Bull, Miss A. Armstrong and Miss I Duray; certificate of commendation Mrs. E. Jordan. The Epsom Bandaging Cup, judged by Dr. Elaine Gunwas won by Miss E. M. Buller, with 96 marks; Miss E. Ernest was runner-up with 88J marks. The Ethel Snelling Cup was awarded to Miss A. Armstrong for divisional work. The re-examination of the division was taken by Dr. McDougall assisted by Dr. Watson, all members passing in the Ist class, the medallion and label and pendant examination. An activity of Epsom nursing division is the Alison Henderson Linen Guild. The making of bandages and varments for the sick folk attended by the St. John Ambulance district nurses, is its chief work. Associated with this <uiild are members who worked during the war period at Epsom Convalescent Home. Contributions of old linen would be very acceptable, and can be left with Miss Dawson, 10, Fairfax Road, Epsom, or Miss Gardner, secretary, 3, .New Street, One Tree Hill.

At lier residence, "Wharema," Dargaville, last week, Dr. Margaret Roper „ave a garden party to bid farewell to Mrs. H. B. Armitage, who leaves early next month for Waiuku, where she will in future reside. The grounds commanding an extensive view of the Northern Wairoa River, were ideal for the purpose. During the afternoon a clock golf competition was won by Mrs. F. E. Gould, the croquet competition by Mrs. F. S. Goulding, the treasure hunt by Mrs.. G. S. Mitchell. The hostess, Dr. Margaret Roper, was assisted by Mesdames E. R. Munn and E. J. Brock. Among, those present were:—Mesdames H. B. Armitage, F. J. Hosking, F. J. Dargaville, E. K. Coates (Matakohe), M. H. Wynyard (Auckland), F.. A.Jones, T. E. Jones, B. Coleman, B. S. Angus, T.'G. Aicken (Paparoa), Rodney Coates (Matakohe), C. S. Rush, R. Gibson, F. E. Barnard, G. S. Mitchell, V. Trounson, J. A. Marshall, F. C. Gould, G. N. Hayes, J. G. Wilson,.C. H. Crump, E. A. Harding, N. O. White, G. N. Hayes, E. Merton, H. Massey, S. G. Barker, F. E. Gould, M. Greville, L. Grinlington, Keith Buttle (Auckland), F. L. Mangan, E. R. Munn, C. L. Bagriall, H. J. Goldthorpe, Jas. Hosking, A. H. Grant, E. J. Brock, Misses A. and M. Coates (Matakohe), Coleman, Trounson, M. H. Harding, O'Meara (Gisborne), Symons (Hamilton), Massey, Molly Harding.

The Otahuhu Free Kindergarten held its annual children's plain and fancy dress ball in the Otahuhu Public Hall last Friday evening. The judging of over 100 children in fancy costumes, many of which were very original, made the task of the judges no light one, but the following awards were finally made by Mesdames Massey, Rugg, Haine and Mr. Rugg:—Original and fancy dress: Under seven: Anita Carson, cotton reel; William Leydon, chef; Rosella Bath, pack o' cards; Noel Hotham, rajah; Ivan Kemp, plum pudding. Over seven years: Violet Pee, pillar box; Ann Coppins, willow pattern; Denis Hogan, Digger of yesterday and to-day. Specials: Dawn and Alan Lane, Darby and Joan; Norma Pee, washing day; Ronald Cornelius, duck shooter; Peggy Somervell, Chinese; Joan Coppins, radio girl; Kathleen Crow 1 and Mavis Game, nosey parkers; Joan O'Toole, Egyptian water carrier; Florence Hallworth, aeroplane girl. During the evening Mr. A. Pilcher, chairman of the parents' committee of the kindergarten, expressed the committee's appreciation of the parents' 'efforts to make the ball such a success, and the Mayoress, Mrs. H. T. Clements, congratulated the committee and the kindergarten staff on their splendid work. The lady judges, the Mayoress and Mies Marshall, director of .the kindergarten, were presented with bouquets by the children.

On Saturday a pleasant evening was spent at the residence of Mrs J. P. Grant, Balgowlah, Hobson Street, when a number of young people were entertained to celebrate the coming or ace of their twin daughters, Misses Vera" and Thelma Grant. Supper was served in the dining room, which was beautifully decorated in pale blue and pink. Music, dancing and games were indulged in. Humorous items were contributed by Miss Grace Walker (Henderson) and step dancing by Miss Minnie Ramsdan. Those present included Mesdames H. Grant, G. Hanford, Pollard, Jones (Sydney), F. Corbndge,_ Ramsdan, Misses Ivy and Nola Hanfoid, Philis Baker (Henderson), leggy Jacques, Hazel Dunford, Minnie Hogg, Joy Stratton, Avice Jones, Lena and Chrissie Bremner, Kathleen and Grace Walker (Henderson),: Eileen Smith, Lena Boyd, Isobell McLeod, Violet McClellan, Lily Hill, Minnie Ramsdan. i .-.#'■■ ■ * * *

A meeting of the Business and Professional Women's Round Table Club was held on Monday last, at _ the Y W C.A. social hall, when the president welcomed Miss Bethel, who brought .Meetings from the sister club in Wellington. After dinner, Miss Vera Zimar, nave a talk on Zionism from a national standpoint. She told how, 50 years ago, nn organisation called the Lovers of Zion established small colonies in Palestine, working under enormous difficulties under Turkish rule. However, they had the same aims, the same enthusiasm, and the same ideals as the modern Zionist movement, which was founded by 'Dr. Herzel. The Jewish colonies in Palestine are composed ct people from all countries, there being 15,000,000 Jews scattered,throughout the world. Three : languages are spoken: Arabic, by the Arabs, English, because the' countrv is British mandatory territory; and Hebrew, which is being revived by the Jews. Telebes, the Jewish ci*f, has a population of 45,000, of which a great proportion are academic and highly cultured people, who have given up great possessions and positions of high standing to work for their race in Palestine. It is a matter of interest to Aucklanders that it is in Telebes that the infant welfare centre (the idea of which originated in Auckland) is established, and that the work being done by it has caused the name of New Zealand to be much beloved there.