SOCIAL GATHERINGS.

Auckland Star, Volume LXIV, Issue 247, 19 October 1933, Page 14

SOCIAL GATHERINGS.

Miss Dawson gave an interesting address at the arts and crafts section of tho League of New Zealand Pcnwomen on Monday, when Mrs. Tonkin (convener), presided. Miss Dawson showed the members how to use pastels and chalks, also explaining the make-up of tho different chalks and crayons, and how they could be used to advantage in tho composition of pictures. A vote of thanks was accorded Miss Dawson. Tho meeting closed with supper.

A delightful dance was held in the Puketurua School in aid of tho cricket club. Air. O. Darby supplied the music. The Monte Carlo was won by Miss J. Deed and Mr. A. C. Aikman. A beautiful cake, donated by Mrs. H. Barnett, was won by Mr. 11. Ivingseott. Supper was served by the committee ladies. Among those present were: Mesdames J. Heappy, R. Aikman, T. Mullane, Misses X. Deed, J. Deed, A. Barnett, E. Helleur, B. Stewart, I. King, E. Gray, M. Bent, N. Bent and Mrs. Brown. » # • *

A successful bridge evening was held last evening in St. Michael's Hall, Belmont, when Mrs. Piggott was hostess. Mrs. Buckley served supper. The ladies' prize and the special prize were won by Mrs. Osmers. The prizes for the highest aggregate scores during the series were won by Mrs. Osmers and Mr. Ogilvy. Among those present were Mesdames McCullough, Heard, Dr. Wilkie, G. West, J. Edwards, Shanley, Alexander, Butcher and Ogilvy and Misses Verran, McCullough and Taylor.

A matter of moment to many women is the opening of a clubroom in No. 12, third floor of Warwick Chambers, Queen Street, for women who are interested in the study of economics. This is the outcome of a meeting organised by Mrs. Kirk to discuss the present financial situation. The room is available for use at any time, and arrangements have been made for meetings on Fridays at 2 p.m., when women speakers will give addresses on economics, viewed from different angles, and general discussions will be invited.

The Mother's Club, Y.W.C.A., held its meeting on Tuesday, when Mrs. Charles Dickens presided over a good attendance of members and friends. The speaker for the afternoon was Mrs. John Barr. who gave a very interesting description of her recent trip to California and also told of an interesting day spent in Hollywood. The address was enjoyed and appreciated, and Mrs. Barr received a hearty vote of thanks at the conclusion. Afternoon tea was served by the hostesses, Mesdames Morris, Goldie and Pocock.

The opening of the Arohanui Tennis Club was held at its courts on the main road, St. Helier's, recently. The day being' beautifully fine, a large crowd of past and intending members, numbering between 70 and 80, were present to make one of the most successful functions that has been held since the club's inception. Mr. J. K. Hume, the president, in performing the ceremony, referred to the growth of the club and the fine work done by the past presidents, Messrs. Lovegiove, Browning, and Campbell, who have since been made life-members. In his short address, he expressed the hope that everyone would unite in making the present season a success. Mr. Neil, an ex-champion of the Nelson province, then played exhibition games with Messrs. J. Hume, M. Birks, and J. Negus, and displayed a fine repertoire of strokes. After partaking of refreshments, players proceeded to make the most of a splendid afternoon. The annual meeting was held some time previously, and it was agreed to affiliate with the Auckland Lawn Tennis Association. The following officers were elected for the 1033-31 season: Patron, Dr. Horton; president, Mr. J. K. Hume; vice-presidents, Messrs. Williams, Bollard, L. J. Keycs, Munro, Naismith, G. Hogan; hon. auditor and solicitor, Mr. Lovegrove; hon. secretary, Mr. K. Perkins; hon. treasurer, Mr. M. Birks; club captain, Mr. W. Heerdegen; committee, Misses 0. Negus, B. L-eith, McHugh, R. McDonald, G. Browning, M. Roberts, Messrs. M. Birks, N. Negus, K. Perkins,] W. Heerdegen, Smith, and N. Williams J

The Paeroa Girls' Bridge Club met on Tuesday evening at the home of Miss Jamieson, when the first prize was won by Miss Argall and the hidden number by Mis« Silcock. Those present were: Mesdames Fathers, White, Misses >T. Nicholas, Real, Williams, Tierney, Jamieson, Silcock, Argall, Turner, Thorp and Poland.

At the annual children's fancy dress party, organised by the Anglican Women's Club at Putaruru, the fancy dresses covered every conceivable range of character, and the judges awarded prizes to the following:—Best dressed girl, M. Seton (Gainsborough lady); best dressed boy, D. Seton (Chinaman); most original, boy, S. Peinbertoii (Berkshire pig); most original, girl, P. Smith (railway porter); best hard-up, L. Brown (tramp); prettiest paper frock, B. Harvey (canary); specials to rainbow, Jean Colson (paper frock), Laura Bear (black and white picrrette).

A concert, arranged by Mr. Norman Heath, was given in the hall last evening in aid of the Northcote Presbyterian Church, when there was a largo attendance. The Rev. F. A. Thompson conveyed to all who had taken part the appreciation of their effort and of the great pleasure they had afforded. The programme included selections by the Auckland Savage Club's instrumental quartet, Messrs. N. Dimery, H. Hayes, 11. Engel and R. Pawson; songs by Miss Bnnty Stuart (contralto). Miss Jocelyn Fish (soprano), Mr. W. Ewart Crewes, of Wellington (baritone), humour by Mr. Alan McElwain, and elocutionary items by Mr. J. F. Montague. The accompaniments were played by Mrs. P. H. Matthews and Mr. Peter Black.

! A well-attended meeting of the Otahuliu Social Service was held in the Borough Council Chambers last evening, and in the absence of the Mayor Mr. F. W. Grey presided. Reports were received from the different committees and adopted. The ladies' sewing committee reported that practically all the apparel made by them had been distributed, with the exception of a few articles of children's wear. Several cases for inquiry and proposed assistance were reported and discussed. Further grants were made to eases that had been on the books of the association for a considerable time. The offer of tho Pakuranga and Howick Operatic Society to stage a comedy in the public hall on Tuesday evening next, entitled "The Bo'sun's Bride," was accepted with thanks. The proceeds from this comedy are to be equally divided between the association and the Otahuhu Returned Soldiers' Association. The secretary reported that prospects for the sale of tickets were very bright, as the returned soldiers were systematically canvassing the borough. In previous years Christmas parcels had been given to a large number of needy cases, and a sub-com-mittee was appointed to go into this question and report ,to the next meeting.

A successful and enjoyable afternoon was held on Tuesday at Mrs. Rimmer's residence, Parakai House, Helensville, in aid of funds for the Helensville branch of the Plunket Society. In contrast with the coolness of the air outside the pleasant social hall was ideal for the afternoon's games. The. society will benefit to the extent of £4 by the effort. At the conclusion of the play the secretary thanked those present for their help which the committee deeply appreciated. A hearty vote of acclamation was passed to Mrs. Rimmer for lending her house for the occasion. The bridge prizes were won by Miss Simcock, Mrs. Reid (Auckland), and Mrs. Dwerryhouse won the consolation prize. The following were present: Mesdames Cohen (president), Hunt (secretary), Barnard, Lowe, Rennie, Quarrie, Lambert, Grey, Brock, Rimmer, W. Landin, Dwerryhouse, H. Wilson, Livesey. J. Wilson, Best, C. Sandin, Jenkins, Misses Rimmer and Simcock. Visitors staying at the Springs present were: Mesdames Flood, Heard, Reid, Kell (Auckland), Robertson and Ellett (Mangero), Connoly (Paeroa), Rice (Devonport), Robertson (Dunedin), and Miss Wilson (Whangarei). Donations were received *rom Mesdames V. Aitkenhead. Stinson, Dempsey, Ellett, West, D. Lyons, Raines, V. Vercoe, Miss Aitkenhead, Mr. and Mrs. Sharpc (Wellington).

A curious jade green that looks as if it were tinged with brown will be one of the colour sensations launched by one important London fashion creator this season. He is also showing very attractive raisin browns and a sloe purple. Among the many striking modes he will show will be a coat and skirt worn under a long coat, and cut so exactly like it that it will be impossible to tell them apart. Unusual Irish tweeds will be a feature of this collection.