WOMEN'S CORNER

Press, Volume LXII, Issue 18676, 27 April 1926, Page 2

WOMEN'S CORNER

#— The Lady Editor will be pleased to receive for publication in the "Women's Corner" items of social or personal news. Such items should be fully authenticated, and engagement notices must bear the signatures of both parties. Correspondence is invited on any matters affecting, or of interest to, women. Mr niid Mrs John MeCrory (Fenunlton) aro leaving next week for England, Canada, . and Europe, and will be absent about two years. .Miss Munro, Lonsdale street, New Brighton, is spending a holiday in Dunedin, where she is the guest of her aunt. Miss Emily Dunham has returned from Dunedin, where she was staying with Mrs G. F. Taylor. Mr and Mrs W. Henderson (Puriri street, Riccarton) ar e spending a short holiday in Dunedin. Miss L. K. Kelland (Timaru) is staying at the Royal Hotel. Lady Stout arrived from Wellington on Sunday. Mrs J. S. Thomson leaves for the south to-day to visit her son and' daughter-in-law, Mr and Mrs J. R. Thomson (Queensbury Hill, Central Otago). Mrs Wolseley Kain, who has been staying with Mrs J. O- !'• 'Vernon, returns to Geraldine to-day. Mrs G. Murray-Aynsley is motoring to-day to Timaru, where she will spend a few days. Miss Rose Gterard leaves to-day for a short visit to Timaru. Mrs Vesey Robinson returned yesterday to lier home at Amberley. Mrs Stringer (Auckland), who has been visiting her son, I>r. Bruce Stringer, has returned to the noith. Mrs Meikle has arrived from the north on a visit to her nephew, Dr. Bruce Stripger (Papanui road). Mrs P. J. Fryer (Knowles street) went to Dunedin yesterday. The engagement is announced of Edith Mary, third daughter of Mr and Mrs J. A. Powell, "Ardlogie," Waihao Downs, to Hugh Lowry, younger son of Mr and Mrs W. Jennings, Fitzgerald avenue, tbristchurch. The engagement is announced _of Miss Elsie Elaine Hayden, of Christ- ~ church, to Mr Ronald Ranby, of Rangiora. • The engagement is ■ announced of Kathleen Gertrude, only , of Mrs"A. L. Bernhard, Ngaherc, WestCoast, to Hector, fourth son of Mr and Mrs C. Holstein, Okain's Bay. Among the recent arrivals at Warner's ' Hotel are Mrs G. S. Cray (Timaru), Mrs M. Bethell (Pahau Pastures), and Mr and Mrs Bursell (Marlborough).. ... Mr and Mrs Leslie Jones (Wellington), Mrs R; Smith, (Wellington), and Me and Mrs Bernard Walker (Chips* ' ste&dv "iflu'rrey)"are-Tat--ith«; f 'i6larendon Hotel. Recently arrived guests at the United Service Hotel are Mrs W. Philpotts and Miss Philpotts (Picton), Mrs Ellingharn (Pahiatua), and Mr and Mrs Metcalfe (Auckland). At the meeting of the Society for Imperial Culture on Saturday evening, Mr J. McDonald, of the Dominion Museum, Wellington, and honorary secretary of the National Art Association of New Zealand, wns guest of honour of the Society, and was accorded a warm welcome by the president and members. SLEEP WELL AND BE WELL. It is well-known that sound sleep means sound health, but the former is impossible when one's feet are cold. It is easy to have warm feet by purchasing one of the new season's hot water Hbottles at E. Cameron Smith's, Cathedral square. All the best makes from ss. —6 A course of treatment at the Egyptus Rooms, under direction of Miss Cecile Kennedy, will give your Bkin a nfew firmness .of texture, a fresh youthful consistency. Your coiffure will be designed to best lit your personality. Fletcher's Buildings, 769 Colombo street, 'Phone 5158. —6 WASHING BLANKETS. It is really surprising how soft and fleecy blankets are after being washed with Verbena Soap. The blankets will dry like new, because of the rich soap suds of Verbena, and the fact that there is no ingredient in Verbena that possibly can shrink, thicken, or discolour the wool. —6 Satin Shoes, Court style, in colours for the risncing season. We have only a few pairs left, which we are reducing to 6s 6d per pair. Pannell and Co., 105 Manchester street. P7091

The "Come In" Club, the social club for girls, will reopen on Saturday, May Ist. The committee of St. Margaret s College Old Girls' Association have issued invitations to a dance to> be held in Dixieland on Monday, May iOth. On Saturday last the staff of Messrs ,J. 11. McKenzie, Ltd., gathered together to say good-bye io Miss Alex Kinvig, who'has resigned her position on account of tier approaching marriage. Miss Kinvig was presented with a handsome xylonite toilet set, as a token of appreciation and esteem in which she was held by all members of the staff. On Thursday evening was held the usual monthly meeting of the \\omen s Progressive Club, Governor s Uny. at which there was a moderate attendmce. After the minutes were read, a discussion took place regarding the position best suited to moor the divingraft, presented by Mr Fraser. A iettor was read from Mr Benson, questioning the advisability of _ having a raft in the place advised. The whole question was referred to future meeting. Most of the members passed the rest of the evening in embroidery, while Mrs Pairman save a monologue and played several piano selections. Manuel Hyman and his Exhibition Cabaret Orchestra are shortly to visit this City. Owing to previous arrangements only one dance can be given, and this will take place at the Winter Garden on Tuesday next. May 4th. A limited number of tickets only are to be issued. They are obtainable at The Bristol. At Ballantyne's, yesterday afternoon, Mrs H. T._ J. Thack'er, president of the Christchurch Ladies' Guild, of the British and Foreign Sailors' Society, gave a farewell tea in honour of Mrs J. H. Hall, who acted as president during Mrs Thacker's absence, and who is herself leaving shortly on a visit to England. Those present were: Mrs J. H. Hall, Mrs J. K. Archer, Mrs Merry (Sumner), Mrs H. R. Hamilton, Mrs Partridge, Mrs J. B. Beckett, Mrs S. R. Webb, Mrs Tait (Opawa)*, Mrs Curnow (Lyttelton), Mrs Hugh Acland, Mrs W. F. Tait, Mrs J. S. Thomson, Mrs J. G. L. Vernon, Mrs Erwin, Mrs Treleaven, Mrs C. R. Kiver, Mrs Derisley Wood. FAREWELL AT PREBBLETON. A highly successful gathering took place in the Prebbleton Hall on' Friday evening, the "occasion being a public farewell to Miss Griffiths and Miss Mabel Griffiths, whoj after a residence of some fifteen years in this district are removing to New Brighton; and who, by their many activities and readiness to assist all who appealed to them in times of need or sickness, have become almost indispensable in the neighbourhood. The gathering took the form of a social, musical items being contributed by Mrs T. Foster, Mrs T. Lund, Miss Olive Roscote, Miss Bessie Carpenter, Mr Jack Hartnell, and Mr Yates, while Menzies Foster, a tiny tot of six, delighted everyone with her dancing of the Highland Fling in costume, a recitation, and' a* song. Accompaniments were played by Mrs Foster, Mrs W. 0. Downey, Miss Smithers, and Mr Yates. The dance music was provided by Miss Mabel Griffiths, Miss Dorothy Savage, and Mr Bob Longstaffe. In presenting Miss Griffiths With -a handbag, containing a roll of banknotes, Mr A. Gallagher said that her place would indeed be hard to fill. She had been, ever ready to respond when called upon to help in sickness, being always willing to do even more than was asked of her. He wished her, on behalf of her many friends in Prebbleton, happiness and health in her new home; He aiso read an apology for absence from Mr J. W; Kingan. Miss Mabel Griffiths, who has been a valued member of the Tennis Club, was tho recipient of a silver teapot' from the members of that organisation, and the president, Mr A. Maxey, in his presentation speech, extolled her many good qualities, and spoke of the very great assistance she has always willingly given in musical affairs in the district.' Responding for the guests, Mr J, Garrett thanked those present for tho sentiments they had expressed, and also for their generous gift, and assured them that they would always find a warm welcome from the Griffiths family awaiting them at New Brighton. . Some of those present were: Miss Griffiths, who wore navy silk with fawn embroideries; Miss Maude Griffiths, almond green georgette with biege lace panels; Miss Mabel Griffiths, ciel blue crepe de chine with ivory lace godets; Mesdames F. Carpenter, W. Kolkman, P. Smith, Fairburn, G. Walker, W. Hands, G. Chesman, T. Craythorne, Avant, Middleton, W. Haynes, J. Gallagher, J. Hartnell, W. Gallagher, G. Longstaffe, C. Barr, G. Millar, J. Kingan, A. Maxey, J. Smith, who wore steel grey marocain; A. Gallagher, black crepe satin; W. Downey, grey jersey silk; Cherry, black satin and lace; L. Gallagher, black velvet; G. Ash, turquoise blue georgette; T. Foster, floral crepe de chine; T. Lund, cinnamon silk crepe; W. 0. Downey, raspberry chiffon velvet with georgette sleeves; G. Downey, shell pink printed georgette; J. Houston, apricot crepe de chine; H. McNally, black crepe de chine; J. Savage, black satin with lace tunic;"J. Yeatman, black velvet; H. Prebble, silver grey silk crepe; C. Hands, bottle green crepe de chine; F. Hobson, powder blue crepe satin; Misses M. Middleton, A. Rogal, lavender art silk; R. Rogal, mauve silk broche; M. Cooke, petunia velvet; D. Savage, rose shot taffeta; N. Coleman, black satin; Bessie Carpenter, henna crepe de chine; Bertha Carpenter, jade crepe satin; Olive Roscoe, almond green silk marocain; P. Yeatman, cameo pink crepe de chine; V. Collings, powder blue silk; V. Yeatman, shell pink marocain; Dean, petunia crepe de chine; Mullins, blue and gold frock; M. Carruth, shell pink art silk; Smithers, rose pink georgette; Messrs A. Maxey, J Smith, A Gallagher, S. Harris, G. Millar, J. Garrett, J. Hartnell, G. Walker G. Longstaffe, J. Cooke, Marshall, 0 Neill, Housten, Haynes, G. Chesman, G. Ash, Yates, F. Carpenter, G. Carpenter, '!. Smith, L. Gallagher, C. Barr, H. Prebble, H. McNally, G. Goodman, C. Goodwin, Craythorne, E~ Walker, R. Walker, R. Longstaffe, J. Longstaffe, Vf. Downey, G. Downey, T. Maxey, W. 0. Downey, F. Hobson, L. Prestidge, S. McNally, W. Hartnell, W. Hands, C. Hands, J. Hartnell, jun., Taylor, Yeatman, L. Chappell, E. Chappell, W. Kolkman, L. Kolkman, and others. RECIPE FOR SOLID CAKE One cup of butter, 1 cup of sugar, 4 eggs, 2 cups flour, 1 teaspoon baking fowder, \ cup of grated Gold Reef 'ineapple. Beat sugar and butter to a cream and then add 1 egg at a time, then sieve the baking powder and flour. Then mix with a little milk and the grated Gold Reef Pineapple, the flour and baking powder last, and bake in moderate oven for one hour and half. —6

HOSPITAL EXTENSION. After ascertaining the immediate outlay necessary to build and equip an institution suitable for the purposes of j a general hospital, the authorities of | Lewisham Hospital have decided to postpone the erection of their new building till later on. The sum of £II,OOO now in hand will be held, and added to until the required sum is reached. They intend, however, to extend the private hospital building, so as to provide considerably more accommodation for deserving and necessitous cases than is at present possible. This work will be proceeded with without delay. s. ANNE'S GUILD. A Council meeting of St. Anne's Guild was held on Wednesday, April L'lst, at 4.30 p.m., at Church House. Present: the Right Rev. the Bishop of Christchurch (in the chair), Dean Carrington, Archdeacon Taylor, Dr. lning, Messrs S. E. McCarthy, E. G. Hogg7 Mcsdames Roberts, Turner, Alg"a° Williams, Orbell, Hcrvey, Hunter, Batchelor, Misses Overton and Mellraith. Apologies for absence were received from Sir Francis Boys and Rev. H. O. iianby. The Finance Cpmmittee reported that the Guild was now on a better financial footing than formerly nnd was being helped considerably by the annual contributions from all the parishes in the district. The House Committee reported that seven new girls had been admitted during the month, their ages ranging from 13 to 17. Through the generosity of many friends the new bedrooms had been furnished and were now in use. The vegetables grown by the girls had found a ready sale and a number of regular customers had been found to take weekly supplies. Some discussion took place over tho starting of a fresh industry to-employ the increased number of inmates during the winter. ° Money had been collected for the purchase of a new sewing machine, which was badly needed at the home, in order that the girls might learn dressmaking. A very generous 'friend was responsible for the whole of the old building being papered. A letter was received from the Salvation Army authorities stating that their rescue home in Papanui road was being closed to fcirls. This would mean that St. Anne's would be the only institution in Christchurch whose sole object was work amongst girls. On behalf of the Council, the Bislion wished Mrs H. S. E. Turner, who is leaving for England, a very happv holiday and a speedy return. ODDFELLOWS' BALL AT GLENTUNNEL. The-members of the Loyal Coleridge Lodge of Oddfellows, Manchester Unity, celebrated the 43rd anniversary of the opening of their Lodge, with a ball in the Public Hall on Friday night. There was an attendance of over 150 people, including members of the Ashburton, Malvern, and Tinwald Lodges. The floor was in good order, and thisj combined with the .excellent music ' of the Glentunnel-Hororata Orchestra, made dancing a pleasure. Brothers W. G. Smith, P.G., aiid W. G. Hunt carried out the duties of M.C.'s. Extras were played by Mrs W. F. Owen, Misses Ivy and Rita Gilmour, and Ida Oliver. The dances were interspersed with vocal and instrumental items given by the following:—Mesdames W. Critchley and W. J. Teale, Misses Ivy and Rita Gilmour, Messrs R. W. Felton, J. W. Green and F.. Isherwood. The accompaniments for the songs were played by Mrs W. Crjtchley and Miss Bessie Powell. The supper room, where the tables were tastefully arranged with, pink cosmeas, was in the charge of the wives of Oddfellows. The grand march was led by N.G. Bro. W. B. Powell and Miss Frances E. Turner. Amongst the many present were:— Mesdames J. Asquith, cerise chiffon velvet; J. V. Beatty, navy crepe de chine; F. Ferguson, black satin, cherry trimmings; D. Hartstonge, pink brocaded crepe de chine; F. S. Hinks, black satin, red trimmings; B. J. Longstaff, cerise silk marocain, jade green embroideries; W. Critchley, carnation georgette; G. D. Marsh, navy marocain; S. C. Marsh, saxe blue crepe de chine; W. F. Owen, black crepe de chine; H. C. Page, ivory brocaded satin and georgette; J. Powell, figured marocain; H. Rennie, grey frock; W. G. Smith, lomon satin; J. Tizzard, black , silk; E. S. Watson, fawn satin and georgette; A. M. Wilson, grey silk marocain and georgette, bead trimmings; Mesdames E. Charles, James Tarling, J. Price, W. J. Teale, J. Marsh, M. H. Gibson, H. Weastell, C. Chapman, J. Jewell, F. W. Hunt, and D. J. Dickie; Misses M. Cox, bottle green crepe de chine; M. Dickie, wine crepe de chine, gold lace; E. L. Ditfort, blue satin marocain, gold lace; .L. Gracie, tomato taffeta; I. Gilmour, saxe blue velvet; K. Harwood, powder] blue georgette; Dulcie Hinks, blue marocain;. Dora Hunt, brown velvet; Zalio iLeeming, saxe blue; M. Macintosh, brocaded crepe de chine; Thelma Maffey, red frock; O. Maffey, paon blue velvet; P. Maynard, saxe blue satin with godets of rose crepe de chine; B. Mitchell, cream fugi silk, blue trimmings; Gladys Nicol, mauve brochc silk; Ida Oliver, black velvet; P. Oliver, apricot marocain with gold trimmings; M. Petersen, rose crepo de chine; Bessie Powell, almond green marocain; Bona Price, mauve crepe de chine; M. Rollinson, black velvet, fur trimmings; B. Thornton, sky blue georgette; Thelma Weastell, green satin with silver trimmings; D. Willis, blue satin; Misses Rita Gilmour, B. King, Johansen, Watson, E. Watson, M» Marsh, and Burkitt. VALEDICTORY. The guides and members of the staff of the Hermitage, Mt. Cook, assembled in full force in the pavilion at the Hermitage on Saturday night, when a complimentary social was tendered to Mr D. C. Clark, manager of the Hermitage, who is to be married to-day. Mr J. Richards, an officer of the Mt. Cook Motor Company, Ltd., spoke in glowing terms of Mr Clark's popularity with tne visitors to Mt. Coojc, and of the good-fellowship which existed between bin', and the staff, for whose comfort and welfare he was always solicitous. jvlr Clem Williams, chief guide,' on behalf of the assemblage, presented the guest of honour with a solid leather suit-case, inscribed with his initials, and wished him .he greatest happiness and prosperity in the future. Cheers for Mr Clark and his bride to be terminated a happy evening. NO "SHAM" ABOUT THIS SHAMPOO. "Koenut" Emulsified Cocoanut Oil Shampoo is made from the finest materials, and is free from all harmful properties. It is a most efficacious hair, treatment for infant or adult. "Koenut" cleanses, invigorates, and gives th« hair a beautiful, thick, lustrous appearance. "Koenut" is sold at all chemists and stores, 3s 6d & bottle (several months* treatment). Send two penny stamps for free sample to "Koenut," P.O. Box 1052, Christchurch. —1

WEDDINGS. TALBOT—YOUNG. A very pretty wedding took place recently at St. James's, Riccarton, when Evelyn, only daughter of Mr and Mrs D. J. Young, Colombo street, was married to Rangi, youngest son of Mrs and the late Mr John Talbot, Woodlands, Temuka. The Rev. 11. Nelson Wright was the officiating clergyman, and Mr Lummis, organist, played suitable nuptial music. The church was beautifully decorated for the occasion by friends of the bride. The bride entered the church on the arm of her father, who subsequently gave her away. She wore a frock of ivory brocaded silk marocain, cut on straight lines relieved with godets in the skirt, and a spray of orange blossom at the side. The long court train of the same material, which hung from the shoulders, was caught with clusters of orange blossom, and lined with shell pink georgette softly rucked. Her beautiful hand-embroidered veil was arranged from a coronet of orange blossom, and touches of pink lent colour to her shower bouquet of white hothouse flowers. A string of pearls completed this very dainty toilette. She was attended by two bridesmaids, Miss Amelia Walker, cousin of the bride, and Miss Christina Talbot, niece of the bridegroom, both dressed alike in soft apple green silk marocain with godets of silver lace. They also wore silver shoes and stockings, and in their hair bands of silver tissue leaves, with streamers of silver ribbon at one side. Their bouquets of flame and russet colouring blendeu witlrtheir frocks. Little Noeline Wright, cousin of the bride, acted as train-bearer, and wore a petalled frock of shell pink georgette, embroidered, a circlet of pink rosebuds, with pale blue and pink streamers on her hair, and she carried a posy of pink and blue flowers, finished with ribbon streamers to tone. Mr Prank Talbot, the bridegroom's brother, acted as best man, with Mr Flewellyn Young, cousin of the bride, as groomsman. . A reception was afterwards held at the Winter Garden. Vases of gold and bronze chrysanthemums decked the tables. Mrs Young, who received the guests, was gowned in smart black silk marocain, with pointed apron panel, finished with motifs in vivid Oriental colourings. Narrow panels hung from the shoulders at the back, finished with coloured silk tassels. .With this was worn a black liat relieved with silver tissue, and black osprey mount at side. She also wore a black ostrich feather stole, and her posy was of scarlet roses and fern. Mrs Talbot, the bridegroom's mother, was attired in a black ottoman silk coat worn over a grey satin frock, smart petunia hat. She carried a posy of scabious.. , Among those present was the bride s grandmother, who wore a black " silk coat over a black satm frock, a black hat with osprey mount, and carried an uncommon posy of red daisies and maidenhair fern. Mr and Mrs B. Talbot left later for the north, the bride travelling in an ensemble suit of navy gabardine with tunic of flame patterned marocain Her hat of navy corded silk had a crown, and was trimmed with fine pleatings, and flame-coloured motif. PEARS—BOYD. a verv pretty wedding took place at ~A Peter's Church,. Kaikoura. when Doris Mary, eldest daughter of Mr and Mrs J Boyd, "Kahautara," was united ? ft the holy bonds of ™tnmon y to John Monteith, only son Mrs J. Pears, "Etawah, Nightcaps, was tastefully decorated with autumn leaves and flo *® rs Y h The bride, who entered the cnuicn oh the mm of x her father, who subseauently gave her away, wore a grace ful gown of ivory georgette, daintily patterned in crystal beads. Hanging from ber left shoulder was a tie or white georgette forming a true lover s knot Her beautifully embroidered veil, worn over the face on ent ® n "| tho church, fell from , a coronet of orange blossoms. She carried a, shower bouquet of white begonias and touch of autumn colouring and maidenh.au She was attended by two bridesmaids, Miss Rosa Boyd (sister), clnef bridesmaid, and Miss Molly Pears (sister of the bridegroom). They wore most uncommon frocks of gold chiffon velvet,, made with long bodices and fluted skirts, and from the shouldeis Hung long tie ends of the same material, finished off with gold tassels. Ihev wore soft tulle veils to tone with the wreaths of autumn-tinted leaves and small flowers. They w 9 re gold shoes and stockings and carried beautiful shower bouquets, and wore small penrl necklets, the gifts of the bride--8 The bridegroom was attended by Mr Neil Rein (Invercargill) as best man, and Mr Lochiel Kennedy (Kaikoura) as grooms-man. ■ Mr and Mrs Boyd afterwards entertained a large number of guests at the Club Hotel, where a most sumptuous wedding breakfast was held. Mrs, Boyd (mother of the bride) wore n, smart frock of navy silk marocain. trimmed with touches of bronze, and a navv hat with touches of bronze and blue osprey. She carried a shower bouquet of palest shell-pink roses and maidenhair fern. • . Mrs J. Pears (mother of the bride-, room) wore a graceful frock of grey satin marocain, with black panne velvethat with ospreys and pearl ornaments. She carried a bouquet of red roses and maidenhair fern. Mr .and Mrs Pears, after the reception, left for the north in their own rap, a wedding gift of the bridegroom's parents. Mrs Pears then wore a smart brown repp ensemble suit, with hat of lighter shade. Amongst the guests were: —Mrs McKecnan (aunt of the bride), wearing a smart navv costume and velour hat; Mrs E. Gates, Fendalton (aunt), smart navy ensemble suit and navy hat; Mrs J. D. Boyd (aunt), cinnamon repp frock, hat of same' shade; Mrs T. Stone (Glenroy), navy marocain frock, bright coloured scarf, and navy hat; Miss Gates (Fendalton), ensemble suit of bottle-green repp, felt' hat to match. ' GALLETLY—BISHOP. A very pretty wedding took place at St. John's Church, Barrhill, recently, when Ethel Mary Elizabeth, eldest daughter of Mr and Mrs J. Bishop, was married to Mr Harry Galletly, son of the late Mr and Mrs Galletly, Maronan, Ashburton. The church had been prettily decorated by friends of the bride, and a large wedding bell was suspended over the bridal party. The cefemony was performed by the Rev. J. C. Hawksworth, and Miss N. Dickie played appropriate nuptial music. The bride, who was given away by her father, wore a graceful gown of

figured marocain, with sleeves and side panels of georgette, and trimmed with brilliants. The veil was arranged i" mob cap style and fastened with a wreath of orange blossom, and she carried a beautiful bouquet of white dahlias, chrysanthemums, and maidenhair fern, w'ith long white streamers. The bride was attended by two of her sisters as bridesmaids. Miss Alice Bishop wore a handsome frock of apricot crepe do chine with silver lace. She carried a bouquet of autumn flowers, and wore a gold armlet, the gift of the bridegroom. Miss Gertie Bishop was prettily dressed in electric blue crepe de chine with silver lace. She also carried a bouquet of autumn flowers and wore a wristlet watch, the gift of the bridegroom. The bride was also attended two little flower-girls, Misses Ruth Fairey and Margaret Jean Holmes, who wore dainty frocks of buttercup crepe de chine, rimmed with picot edging, and head-bands of forget-me-nots. They carried little baskets of roses and gypsophila, with buttercup streamers, and "ore pearl necklets, the gift of the bridegroom. The bridegroom was attended by M r Ferdie Jones 'as best man, and Mr Ingle Bishop, brother of the bride, as groomsman. After the ceremony a reception was held at "Laurel Grove," the residence of the bride's parents, where about eighty guests partook of a sumptuous wedding breakfast, which was served in a large marquee on the lawn. The Rev. J. C. Hawkworth presided, and the usual toasts wfere honoured. Mrs J. Bishop, mother of t.he bride, wore a handsome dress of brown marocain with jazz trimmings, and a black hat with pink and fawn spray. Her bouquet was of apricot roses and fern. Mrs Galletly, sister-in-law of the bridegroom, wore a pretty frock of brown jersey silk, and a blue hat with brown trimmings. Later, Mr and Mrs H. Galletly left t for the south, the bride wearing a travelling.. dress of beaded marocain, with satin trimmings, a blue and gold hat.»and a fur cape, ihe gift of ,the bridegroom. NEW BRIGHTON PLUNKET SOCIETY. FANCY DRESS PARTY. The New Brighton branch of the Plunket Society held their annual children's fancy dress party on Saturday afternoon in the Joyland Theatre. The arrangements were in the hands of a very capable committee of ladies, and the function was a great success. The judging was ably done by Mr and Mrs L. B. Bradstock, who had a very difficult task. Mrs Ross Smith acted a3 pianist for the grand march and games, while Messrs R. Parker and F. J. _L. ■ Scott supervised the children. During the afternoon musical and dancing items were given by Mrs Hulme's pupils. ITie prize-winners were: Boys under 6: Best dress, Lena Arden (Cupid); most original, R. Rondel (Mermaid) ; cheapest, Eileen Eiloa (Bells of St. Mary's); Betty Hobson (Chicken). Boys under 6: Best dress, Terence Tracy (Pirate); most original, M. Diehl (Chinaman); cheapest, Keith Bisman (Clock). Girls under 9: Best dress, "Winsome Dean (Dutch Girl); most original, Eunice Fowler (Wooden Doll); cheapest, Nancy Blaiil ("Sun" Sports Edition). Boys under 9: Best dress, Lloyd Barry. (Father Christmas); most original, Wendel Day (Green Leaf); cheapest, H. Cook (Nigger Boy). Girls over 10: Best, dress, Myrie Treleaven (Early Victorian); most original, Noeline Collins (Swallow); cheapest, Alice Good (Corn Cob);' Joan Smith (Billheads). Bovs over 10: Best and most original. Maxwell Stevens ("White Rooster). Amongst those present were:—Flossie Mo Fell (Moonlight Fairy), Romolo Barry (Gipsy), Lloyd Barry. (Father Christmas), Lorna Richards (Butterfly), Romany Tracy (Daisy Chain), Terence Tracy (Pirate King), Patricia McKenna (Poppy), . Jean Judgo ■(Brownie), Eileen Walls (Folly), Nola Collins (Bluebird), Ngaire Lewis (Folly), Karanga Lewis (Cupid), June Blain (Balloon Girl), Gwen Wood (Maytime), Molly Fowler (Ballet Girl), Ralph Parker (Bridegroom), Marion Parker (Bride), Bona Brown (Buttercup), Joyce W«bb (Page), Joan Palmer (Merry-go-Round),' Betty Walls (Bedtime), Roma Allan (Red Riding Hood), Derek Flavel (Jack of Diamonds), Betty Cooper (Party Frock), Jean Yarrall - Edna Meredith (Pierette), Ray Lawrence (Straw- 1 berry), Colleen Flavel (Canary), Olga Davies (Rose Bud), Esther Goodland (Italian Peasant), Eileen Yole (Early Victorian), Joy Ardern (Advance the Nation), Yena Aidern (Cupid), .Lorraine Branch (Daffodil), Keith Bisman (Big Ben Clock), Daphne Smith (Humming Top), Boy Ford (Booster), M. Jones (When the Leaves Come Falling Down), Betty Hobion (Chicken), Etbne Price (Folly), Innes 'Hulston (Jazz),. Jack McGil'.itray -(Plunket Poster). "