WOMEN'S CORNER

Press, Volume LXVII, Issue 20382, 31 October 1931, Page 2

WOMEN'S CORNER

The Lady Editor will be pleased to receive for publication *j in the "Women's Corner" items. of social or personal news. ;j:| Sucli items should be fully a uthenticated; and engagement £: notices must bear the signatures of both parties. Correspondence is invited on any matters affecting, or of interest to, women. J.. v.v : iiv.v v.* v.y v y '• • & ..... ~

Mrs Maitlaud Rich, who has been spending a few weeks with Mr and Mrs Geoffrey Rich (Cave), is returning to Christchurch to-morrow. Mrs J. C. Westall (Riqcarton) is visiting Auckland. Miss Margot Eussell (Hawke's Bay) is visiting her sister, Mrs William Deans, Sandown. . Mrs J. B. Eeid (London) is spending a few days in Christchurch, , and is staying at the»United Service Hotel. Mrs J. Anderson, Francis avenue, returned from the South by Thursday evening's express. f An interesting programme has be-an arranged for the vocal recital, to be given by the students of Mrs J. _W. Palk, in the Art Gallery this evening. Mr. John Boschetti will be the assisting artist, and Miss Althea Stack will be at the piano. Mr and , Mrs Sutcliffe arrived from , the north yesterday, and are staying at Warwick House. Miss L. E. Bussell returned last week, via Australia, from a trip to England, and is . staying with her brother on Cashmere Hills. Mr and Mrs J. W. Fair (Timaru), who have been spending a few days in Christchurch, are returning south today. ' . Mrs ; Alex Johnston (Blenheim) arrived yesterday on a . visit to relatives in Christchurch. The engagement is announced of Margaret Jean, elder daughter of Dr. and Mrs John Stevenson, Christchurch, to Gordon Blair, second son of Mr a,nd Mrs A. ' J. McCredie, Christchurch. Under the auspices of the Hospital Lady' Visitors' Association, a sale of patients' work,* flowers, and cakes will be held in the waiting-room ■ at ; the Christchurch Hospital next Wednesday, commencing, at 1 p.m. The Society for the Protection, of Women and Children, which for the past twenty-four years has carried on its: good work in Christchurch, is appealing for .public support in the Street; collection which will be held on Novem-. ber 6th. This year the Society will lose the Government grant, and unless gen-' eraus*support., is 'forthcoming from the .public') some of the Society's work will haye to be discontinued. Misses Lucy and .Mary Hogg (Cashmere Hills) are returning to New Zealand by the Maloja, which left England on October,l6th., Miss Lucy Hogg went'to England" about eight years.ago,. and after taking honours at Cambridge, has been on the staff of the Sherborne School for Girls, Dorset, a school which now ranks close to Cheltenham and St. Leonard's for scholarship. Miss Hogg will take up a position .88 teacher of history, at the Auckland Diocesan High School in February. " - *"• -

CABARET DANCE. The Toe H Cabaret,in aid of the funds of the Boys' Club, which was held at the Winter Garden last night, was most enjoyable, and, thanks to the generosity of the proprietors of the Winter Garden, and of the BaileyMarston Orchestra, the financial result should be most satisfactory. The members, of , the committee responsible for the arrangements were MesdamesJ. G. L. Vernon, W. H.-C.ow-per, S. Parr, Guy Cotterill, Misses Kathleen Hoare, Joy Tennent, Messrs J. G. L. •Vernon, Heathcote Helmore, E. H. Livingstone, O. A. Y. Johnston, T. L. Jiones, J. Bruorton, with L. J. le Cren as honorary secretary. Honoured guests were the Rev. Owen Williams, the Toe H padre, and Mr? Williams, who wore a frock of black, georgette' patterned in floral design in shades of rose and green, and mounted on black satin. Mrs W. H. Cowper wore an uncommon frock; of finely striped black and old gold crepe :de chine; Mrs Guy Cotterill wore a frock and coatee of black fisher net; Miss Kathleen' Hoare's pretty frock was of apple green, satin, and Miss Joy Tennent wore a frock of dark green 'patterned georgette inset with' plain georgette. • ■ Other ladies present were . Mesdames T. L. Jones, E. H. Livingstone, Rossmore Cracroft Wilson, B. Wynne-Yorke, Maurice Warren, R. Ronaldson, D. D. Bailey, Geoffry Wood, Frank Scott, W. Matson, E. C. Jamieson, E. Chivers, Harman Warren, Eobinson E. Hall, Lawrence Gee, Hallows Wood, Gerrit van Asch, Allan Hobbs, George Turrell, Douglas Anderson, F. G. M. Ravmond, F. ; G. Bristed, H. J. Beck, Jack Eedpath, Guy Cotterill, G. G. Aitken, Keppell Archer, M. J. Burns, Lionel Cooke, D. Spencer (Greymouth), Frank Palmer, Peter Hall, Ivan Wood, Stuart Godfrey,, Gordon Coull, Alex Johnston (Blenheim), Allan Matson, Misses Agnes Taylor, M. F. Andrews, Jean Eliott, Mary Nutting, Emily Plato (Wellington), Margaret Clark, Nancy Gard'ner, Barbara Bloxam, Edith Hart, N.; Story,' Claire Perry, Betty and Yvonne Baxter, Mabel Loversidge, ■Betty Macdonald, Ethel, Banks, Hamorton, Dora Warren, Madeline? Meares, Nan van der Molen, Eileen Johns, Lorna 'Forbes, : Marjorie StUdholme, Lois Ollivier, Iris. Edmonds, Marguerite Minson, Elisabeth .Tipping, Meta Nixon, Ailsa Nelson" (Wellington), Botty Cotterill, • Margaret Stevenson,. Jean Pierson, Peggy Lake, Joy Rawnsley, Patricia Eonalds, Peggy and Joan Dean, Nancy Gibson, May Andrew, Euth Wynn-Williams, Jean Pedler, Frances Harrison, Nancy McMullan (Kaiapoi), Joan Simpson, Alice Pasco6, -Joan Cooper, Nancy McDougail, Marie ; Smith, Connie Smith, M. Nelligap.

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OBITUARY.

MRS ANNA YUILL DALZELL. Qn Tuesday last Mrs Anna Yuill Dalzell, widow of Mr James Dalzell, died peacefully at her residence, Mt. Grey Downs, Sefton. Mrs Dalzell came from Scotland with' her father, Mr Alexander McCallum, and her two sisters, in the Cathcart, in 1874. They settled at Mt. Grey. Downs schoolhouse, where Mrs Dalzell and her father were appointed teachers. ; Mrs Dalzell married in 1875, and has lived-in the Sefton district, ever, since. Ijler husband died eleven years ago. Being gifted with a pleasing, singing voice, Mrs Dalzell took part in all the entertainments for the good of the district. Her . untiring energy, spirit, hospitality, and thoughtful kindness endeared her to a large number of friends. Mrs Dalzell is survived by four daughters, three sons, and six grand-children. Her funeral was attended by a great many relatives and friends, and many beautiful wreaths were placed on the grave.

home economics '• ASSOCIATION.

Aiif -INTERESTING EXHIBITION. The annual exhibition promoted by tho Home Economics Association was held last night in the Masonic Hall, aiid was attended by a large number of members. The'exhibition consisted of a display of, articles made for the many competitions held during the year, and consisted- of various useful articles made from old felt hats, sugar bags, old "tins, old stockings, a yard of cretonne, 'aiid any article not costing more than one shilling. . 'One of the exhibits made from a Eugar bng was a cushion, with several designs on it, and the following lines: The goods that once we threw away, We have learned to use at the H.E.A. From a yard of cretonne competitors had made hats, work boxes, bags, beach bag, shoes, umbrellas, and suchlike. From old tins there were made engines, pin boxes, spice boxes, cake tins, string tins, and hassocks. From old stockings there were made children's frocks, jumper suite, gloves, hats, gaiters, and mats. Articles, the cost of which did not exceed one shilling, included dolls, blotters, string bags, d'oyleys, bibs, aprons, peg bags, and cushions. There was an exhibition of handpainted china, clay models, and barbola . work by Miss Edna Brace's pupils. There was an interesting display of trays, baskets, and similar ware. The Rose Bowl, which has to be won. three years in succession, and which is awarded to the . competitor who secures the greatest number of points in ttie competitions held during the year, was won by Mrs F. Greenslade, with Mrs Barrel! second, Miss . Holder third, and Miss Killner fourth. The prize for the best articles made of New Zealand wool was won by Mrs 11. Borland. They consisted of child's woollen frocks and woven slippers. The entries included quilts, rugs, cosies, shoes, table scarf, and woven articles. The prize for the H.E.A. tray-mak-ing class, Miss Grand, tutor, was won by Miss Wright. On the motion of the president, Miss McKee, votes of thanks were accorded to all who had assisted to make the exhibition a success, to Miss Gilmour, who arranged the musical programme, and to those who had helped with the competitions, and to the judges. Miss Grand presented Mrs J. S. Kelly with a hand-made plain work basket for having lent a room for the wicker tray-making class; and Miss Grand and her pupils presented her with a crystal. vase. During the evening the following programme was given: Piano solo, Mrs Robinson; instrumental trio Miss Nancy Hume's partv: song, kr McLaren; song, Mrs Bolock; recitation. Miss Cusack; duet, Miss Jennings and Mr Wynne-Yorke; song, Mrs Lyttle; instrumental trio, Miss Hume's party: song, Miss Jennings, with violin obbligato. by Mr Elson; recitation, Miss Cusack; song, Mr Wynne-Yorke. Supper was served at the close of the programme.

WOMEN'S INSTITUTE. HINDS. The monthly meeting of the Hinds •Women's Institute was held in the Public Hall on Wednesday afternoon, Mra Hanna (president), presiding over a good attendance. The silver cup >\vas presented to Miss Jessie Johnston for most points gained in competitions during six. months. The delegates (Mrs Hockley and Mrs Rickard) reported on the half-yearly conference, which was ,-held in Geraldine on October 28th. The display of home-made Christmas novelties included many dainty and inex- , pensive articles. The hostesses for the afternoon were Mrs Hockley. Mrs fIWU, and Mra MoPhereon,

WEDDINGS.

COTTON —HUNTER. A wedding of interest took place on .Wednesday evening at the Colombo Street Baptist Church, when Ivy, daughter of Mr and Mrs G. R. Hunter, Hereford street, was married to William. James, younger son of Mr and Mrs J. Cotton, lloseberry street. The •ceremony was conducted by the Rev. J. K. Archer, and. the Church was prettily decorated by friends of the bride. The bride, who entered the church with, her father, wore a long-sleeved white satin gown, with fitting bodice and skirt, gracefully flared to the ankles. Her veil of Brussels lace and net was worn ■ well back on the head, and held in place by a circlet and posies of orange blossom. She carried a -bouquet of lilies of the valley, pink rosebuds, and maidenhair fern. She was attended by four maids, Misses Dorothy Bourne (chief bridesmaid), Doreen Athfield, Sybil Hunter (sister), and Thelm* Hunter (cousin). They wore similar frocks of sunset pink with fitting bodices of satin and full skirts of tulle. Large tulle hats and shoes of the same shade were worn, and a novel note was introduced by the carrying of floral muffs, composed of blue violas and pink tulips. The duties of best man were carried out by Mr G. Hunter, jun., and Mr C. Kennedy was groomsman. Ushers at the church were Messrs R. Lvoris and C. Martin. On leaving the •church, the bride was presented with a silver horse-shoe by Valerie Millar. A reception was held at the Winter Garden, where about 170 guests were received by the bride's mother, whose frock was of black georgette and lace. She wore a model hat of black ballibiintl straw, and carried a bouquet of scarlet tulips and maidenhair fern Mrs Cotton, mother of the bridegroom, wore a frock of nigger brown marocain, with model hat to tone, and carried a .bouquet of gold abutilons and gold roses. Miss Spencer, aunt of the bridoj wore an apricot georgette frock with a floral taffeta coatee, and a black straw hat. Her bouquet was of freesias and cream rosebuds. After the reception, a dance was held, the music being oiipplied bv the n inter Garden orchestra. When Mr and Mrs W. Cotton left for a • tour of Auckland and Rotorua, the latter was wearing a lemon and 'lido blue floral georgette frock, a lido blue wool georgette coat, and a skunk necklet, with hnt to tone with her frock.

DOYLE—SCANNELL. A very pretty wedding 'took place in ''"the Catholic Church, St. Andrews, on Wednesday morning, when Norah, y.ohngest daughter of Mr and Mrs D. Scannell, Lyalldale, was married to .George. Felix Doyle, youngest son of Mrs D."Doyle and the late Mr D. Doyle, of Timaru. The church was beautifully decorated for the occasion by friends of the bride. Nuptial Mass was celebrated by the Eev. Father Peoples, S.M;, assisted by the Rev. Father Ginisty, S.M. Mrs D. Cronin, of Timaru, presided at the organ, and Mis 6 Galieny of Dunedin, sang the hymns "Ave Maria" and "0 Salutaris." The bride, who was given away by her father, wore a graceful' gown of soft ivory satin made with a tight-fitting bodice, long 'sleeves, and. an anklelength flared skirt. Her beautiful handembroidered veil was held in place by a posy of orange blossom each side of the forehead and then Ml to form a train. She wore a triple' string of pearls and carried an armlet of white gladioli, lilies of the valley, freesias, and maidenhair fern. Miss Agnes Scannell attended her sister as bridesmaid and wore an anklelength frock of primrose georgette over tangerine. She wore a cream straw hat trimmed with tangerine satin ribbon and a tangerine rose underneath the brim. Her bouquet was of tangerine iceland poppies and fern. Mr B. Galien, of. Dunedin, was best man. After the ceremony about 120 guests were entertained at the residence of Mr and Mrs Scannell, where a large marquee was erected on the lawn. Mrs Scannell received her guests wearing a black celanese coat, a black crepe .de chine dress, and black hat. She carried a bouquet of violet orchids. Mrs D. Doyle, sen., wore a black silk repp dress trimmed with Maltese lace, a black hat, and a black satin coat. Her bouquet was of violet - anemones. Miss Julia Scannell, sister of the bride, wore a navy blue costume and an almond green hat. Miss Mary Scannell wore a navy blue costume, a black hat, and a long brown fur stole. Miss K. Doyle, sister of the bridegroom, wore a navy crepe de chine- dress with amber trimmings, and an amber felt hat. When Mr and Mrs F. Doyle left on their wedding tour the bride was wearing, a dark blue and white pin spot wool georgette frock, a slightly shaped navy blue coat, a blue pandan straw hat trimmed with roses on the upturned brim, and a long dark brown fur stole.

RULE—HALE. A very pretty wedding was solemnised at All Saints' Church, Methven, when Eva Letitia, youngest daughter of Mr C. Hale, of Fairview, Lyndhurst, was married to Mr Raymond A. E. Rule. The Rev. C. L. Sparrow,, of Kaiapoi, officiated, and Miss Lydia Cleeve presided at the organ. The bride, who was escorted by her father, wore a becoming frock of shell pink lace finished with net frills, and long collar of georgette. The beautiful embroidered veil of shell pink tulle, worn off the face, and held in place by orange blossom, formed a train. She carried a beautiful shower bouquet of pink flowers and maidenhair fern. The little train-bearer, Norma Gadd, wore an early Victorian frock of pink georgette, and wreath of gold leaves and pink and blue forget-me-nots. The bridesmaid, Miss Flo Opie, cousin of the bride, wore a dainty ankle-length frock of blue, the high waisted bodice being of crepe satin, the long full skirt of georgette with graduating bands of crepe satin. Her cap was of gold tissue, and she carried a bouquet of pink flowers. As the bridal couple left the church, a small flower-girl, Nona Fazackerley, a niece of the bridegroom, scattered rose petals in their path. She wore an early Victorian frock of 'blue georgette, a wreath of gold leaves and forget-me-nots in her hair. At the church door, the small nephew of the bridegroom, lan Fazackerly, presented the bride with a silver horse shoe. A reception was afterwards held in the Lyndhurst flail, when Mr and Mrs Hale entertained over a hundred guests. The beautiful wedding cake was made by the bride's step-mother. When Mr and Mrs R. Rule left later for the north, the bride was wearing a smart green ensemble with hat of green cellaphane straw. VISITORS TO HOLIDAY RESORTS. New Brighton Cafe: Mr and Mrs A. Martin (Christchurch), Misa P. Barton (Christchurch), Miss Foley (Christchurch), Mr and Mrr J. Hossey (Masterton), Mr and Mrs E. Wethey (Gore), Mrs O'Neill (Christchurch), Mrs D. Richards and family (Little River), mitt Bebinaoa (Wellington),

guide notes.

I [BXCLtrSITB TO THE PRESS, j ' [By The Pbovxncui< Secretary.] I ' "For the benefit of Guides and Guiders an arrangement has been made by which notes concerning the Girl Guide movement will appear under this heading each Saturday morning. A special feature will be the dates of tho various badge examinations for the current month, as a reminder to intending competitors. The names of successful candidates will also be published."—Girl Guides' Association, 67 Worcester street West, Christchurch. The results of tho various inter-pro-vincial competitions are now to hand. The Jellicoe Shield for team gaining most points in Child Nurse, Sick Nurse, and Ambulance Badge work was won by Southland, Canterbury being placed third. The Lady Alice lergusson Cup tor needlework and knitting was won by the Auckland Province with 136 points, Taranaki gaining 132 points, and Canterbury 131 points. The Louisson Shield for needlework and knitting and which is for competition amongst Post Guides in the various provinces, was won by the Ist Canterbury Company, who also held the shield in 1930. The points gained were 38 out of a possible 40. The First-class badge and All-round Cords have been awarded to Montf Stevens and Marie Cramp, of the Burwood Company and Pamela Manhart of th#> Styx Company. ■The Pioneer's Badge will be held on November 6th. Mrs B. B. Irwin, District Commissioner. for East Christchurch, be examiner. A rally of Rangers, Guides, and Brownies of the East Christchurch District, is being held in the Linwood Park to-day. There will be a march past by the Guides and a "trot" past by the Brownies and various interesting competitions have been arranged, ft is anticipated that three Ranger Companies, ten Guide Companies, and six Brownie Packs will participate. * » • It is with deep regret that we note the death of Elsie Mullaney, a Post Ranger attached to the Opawa Ranger Company. Elsie was a true example oi what a Ranger should be. and her cheerfulness and her thought for others throughout her severe illness, created a lasting impression upon all. It was a privilege to know her. Members of the Opawa Ranger Company attended the funeral, and the Executive was represented by Mrs Banks. Wreaths sent by the Executive and the Opawa Ranger Company, embodied respectively the colours of the Post Guides and the Rangers. «. » * The Guides of the 30th Christchurch, Colombo street Baptist Company, with their mothers and members of the Guide Committee, celebrated their first birthday at a party on October 16th, when items given by the members of the company were much enjoyed by those present. During the evening Miss Cocks (Deputy Provincial Commissioner) presented the inter-patro! cup to the Poppy Patrol, and five Guides received service stars. A banquet followed, and numerous toasts were honoured, and the cake, which was the gift of the committee, was cut by Miss Mcllraith, District Commissioner.

MANUFACTURERS.

WOMEN'S AUXILIARY. A meeting of the Women's Auxiliary of the Canterbury Manufacturers' Association was held in the Board room of Messrs Hoare and Kingscote's offices. In the absence of Miss Li Tabart, Mrs A. W. Boyce presided over the following members: —Mesdames McCully, Haesel, McCracken, Bishop, and Fricker, and Misses Kennedy and H. K. Lovoll-Smith. Apologies for absence were received from. Mrs Machin and Mrs Thomas. A letter was received from Mrs Sowden, tendering her resignation as a member of the executive. The secretary was instructed to write to Mrs Sowden conveying the regret of the members of the executive, and expressing a hops that she might find it possible to rejoin later. Letters were also received from the president of the Mothers' Union, stating that an invitation had been extended to the various branches to arrange a meeting in connexion with the educational ctun-, paign being conducted by the Women's Auxiliary ; from Messrs Bradley Bros., extending an invitation to the executive to visit the factory; from the Dunsandel branch of the W.D.F.U. inviting the secretary to speak at a meeting on November 26th. A draft copy of the Canterbury Manufacturers' Index, now in course of publication, was shown. The question of distribution was discussed and members agreed that it would be advisable to give a copy to every member joining the Women's Section. The opinion was expressed that the index would be a very useful book to keep for reference, and would fulfil a need.

The secretary, Miss H. K. LovellSmith, reported that she had addressed meetings of the Mothers' Club at the Y.W.C.A., the, mothers of the Sunbeam «nd Linwood Kindergartens, the Ladies' Guild of the Upper Riccarton Methodist Church, and the W.D.F.U. at Hororata. The executive of the Canterbury W.D.F.U. had been approached and meetings had been arranged for the various branches, one having been held at Ladbrooks. Members of the Women's Section had visited the Kaiapoi Woollen Mills, Aulsebrook's factory, the factory of Lane, Walker, and Rudkin, and Suckling's factory, and a visit to Bunting's brush factory had been arranged. Miss Kennedy brought forward the proposed rearrangement of the sewing schedule for the primary schools' exhibits at the next Winter Show. This had been compiled by a committee of primary school teachers, and was submitted for confirmation.

BRITISH AND FOREIGN BIBLE SOCIETY.

CASHMERE HILLS AUXILIARY. The annual meeting of the Cashmere Hills Auxiliary of the British and Foreign Bible Society was held at the residence of Mrs E. G. Hogg, on Thursday afternoon (October. 29th). There were present Mesdames E. G. Hogg (president), A. W. Andrew (hon. sec.), A. V. Winchester, T. Gibbs, and Misses A. McMillan, Prudhoe, Menzies, Clucas and Rev. A.- W. Stuart, organising secretary of the Christchurch branch. Apologies were received from Mesdames F. R. Inwood D. Reese, and Misses Bishop, E. Clucas, M. Waller, J. Carrick and W. Norris. The sum of £54 18s was handed in, with further sums to oome. It was arranged that a lantern lecture, illustrative of Bible Society activities in Africa, be given by Rev. A. W. Stuart at the Methodist School room, on November sth, at 8 p.m. The secretary was asked to convey the sympathy of the meeting to the Rev. W Baumber on the death of his wife, who was for many years a devoted worker in the branch. Afteriu»n tea closed tii» nMtaog.

ST. ANNE'S GUILD. ANNUAL REPORT. The tenth annual report and bal-ance-sheet of Sft.— Anne'a Guild Society, which will be. presented at the annual meeting at Church House on Tuesday, .that the bare fact that the Horae has been the means "of giving a chance'^SO many girls, most of whom had had no such chance before, is a record to be supremely thankSiil for. The Guild places in the forefront of its report an expression of their gratitude ito 'the large body of supporters who year by year make it possible, in spite of;adverse conditions, to carry on tnia necessary work. "During the past year many girls have left and been placed suitably in service, each supplied with : a complete, outfit and uniform," the, report states.. "There are twovfacts _ which call for notice, in connexion , with our present-, day girls. The-.first of these is the t easing youthfulness of those we are taking in for care and training. Since we are anxious that our work should be preventive, this may be better for the result; but it will be realised that this fact presents added difficulties in the work of the.Home. They are physically unfit for,, heavy: or" contmufed laundry work, deal of personal care and , watchful supervision. Secondly, we have from time to time taken back into the Home, or helped with meals, clothing, or daily work, some of our old girls, who, through no fault of their own, but through the present financial depression, have lost their situations.". The work of Sister Francis, who is responsible for the care and training of these girls, is spoken of in the 'highest terms m trie report. The success of the Society's marma-lade-making venture and of the laundry work, and also the. general work of, the various branches, is referred to in the report.

EVENING PARTY; The Misses Doris and Gwen Wansbrough were hostesses at a "china and crystal" evening party, held at the home of. their aunt, Mrs J.' Haigh, in honour of Miss Nancy Hamilton, who is shortly to be married to Mr J. R* Faulls. The evening passed pleasantly with music, games, and competitions, the winners of the competitions being Miss Laura Ellis and Miss Marian Spencer. The guest-of-honour received many gifts of china and crystal, for her future home. Among those present were Miss Nancy Hamilton, Mrs P. F. Hamilton, Mrs J. Faulls, Mrs J. Haigh, Mrs Dudley Wilson, Mrs Graham Parr, Misses Betty Hamilton, Hazel Haigh, Laura Ellis, May Anderson, Sadie Gribble, Marian Spencer, Heatherbelle Scott, Marjorie Turton, Molly Morgan, Doris and Gwen Wansbrough.

"KITCHEN" PARTY, At her home in Cranford street Mrs Graham Parr was hostess at a kitchen evening party, given in honour of Miss Nancy Hamilton, whose marriage is to take place shortly. An enjoyable time was spent in competitions and games. Miss Hamilton was the recipient of many useful gifts. Those present included Mesdames J. Faulls, P. F. Hamilton, A. Godfrey, Scott, D. V. Wilson, Misses Nancy and Betty Hamilton, C. Purves, Grace and Phyllis Parr, Laura Ellis, Doris and Gwen Wansbrough, Winnie and Edna Talbot, Marian Spencer, May Anderson, Sadie Gribble, Mernie and Rosa Hookham, and Alma, Olive, and Kath King. DANCE ARRANGED. This evening the Rosemary Dance Assembly will hold a naval carnival at the Ferry Road Kail, in honour of the visit of H.M.S. Diomede. An invitation is extended to the sailors of the ship. The programme, music for. which will be supplied by L. Grummitt's Orchestra, will include all kinds of •oraltim,

The jubilee celebrations "will begin to-morrow morning, November Ist, when a service will be held in the Cathedral at 8 a.m. At the 11 o'cloak service many of the representatives of the old pioneers and builders of the Cathedral will be present, together with those who attended the dedication service in 1881. Tor these, some seats have been reserved, and they are reminded to bring their invitation cards. All!those who have received invitation cards are asked to enter by the door. ■ In■ connexion' with the eelebration, a 'gatden party is'to be held at Bishopscourt on Saturday, November 7th, beginning at •; 3 p.m., and to this gathering all members of the community interested is the Cathedral are invited. There will be a small charge of sixpence to defray expenses. GIFT PARTY. In celebration of Miss Hetty Madeley's approaching marriage, Mr and Mrs Watkins offered their home in Seddon street, Bangiora, to girl friends of the bride, in order to honour her, at a gift party last Wednesday even-' ing. Miss Madeley received many beautiful gifts, and in the absence of Mr Gordon Wilson Mr Syd. Turner, on behalf of Miss Madeley, thanked the givers and. Mr and Mrs Watkins for their generosity. Competitions, games, and dancing on the lawn were enjoyed. Competitions were won by Miss Madeley, ATinn jj Fitzgibbon and Mr N. Trustrum, and Miss P. Devlin and Mr S. Turner. Musical items were given by Misses Dorothy Ayers, P. Devlin, and Winnie Amor, and Mr Len Ching. Those present included Miss Hetty Madeley, Mr and Mrs I. G. Watkins Misses Benne Shilton, Winnie ton, Melva Jamieson, P. Devlin, Mavis Watkins, Laura Devlin, Bita Fitzgibbon, Zeta Horniblow, Joan Fitzgibbon Dorothy Ayers, Hilda Wood, Winnie Amor, E. Berry, Joan O'Neil, Edna Skevington, Edith Newick, Irene Newick, Edna Stringer, Messrs Syd. Turner, Archie Douglas, Arthur Cox Ernie Doggett, Jim Pritehart, Harry Coey, Jim Watkins, Len Chine, Jim Jeffrey, Bon Edlin, Cyril Knight, Ted Heney, Tom McGrath, Gordon Wheeler W. Laine, Dick Harlow, and Norman Trustrum.