News For Women

Press, Volume LXXI, Issue 21604, 15 October 1935, Page 2

News For Women

CARNIVAL DANCE Mr and Mrs Leo Bowden combined with Frascati, Ltd.. and the, staff of the New Railway Hotel to hold a very successful carnival dance in the ballroom of Frascati last night, and the guests spent a pleasant time dancing to music supplied by the Bailey-Marston orchestra. The effective floral decorations were carried out with lilac, broom, fuchsias, and spring blossoms. The organisers were Mr and Mrs Leo Bowden, Mr and Mrs L. M. Gregory, and Mr and Mrs G. Petty. Mrs Bowden's frock of blue georgette, had flared shoulder sleeves, the bodice, slashed at the back, being finished with a flame-coloured rose at the side of the neckline. Mrs Gregory wore a shell pink taffeta frock, a panel Qt frills being inset in cascade effect at the back of the skirt, and her coatee Was of white fur. Mrs Petty's frock of gold lacquered lace was mounted on chocolate brown crepe de chine, a band of matching velvet holding folds of the material to the throat in front, and she wore also a white fur coatee. Amongst those present were Mesdames Colin Morrison, C. A. Lang, J. Shanahan, M. Chappie, L. Broad, R. Dowie, A. G. Hembrow, L. C. Tyler, L. Marston, T. D. Glubb, C. R. Woods, R. J. Hobbs, H. Robinson, Missss Nancy Neilson, Screen Gibb, Dorothy Denby, Anne McCracken, Joyce Gregory, Rona Condon, V. Speirs, Mary Hamilton, Irene vial, Grace Parr, Jessie Jeffrey, Gwen Mullins, Rosaleen McKendry, A. Harvey, Lorraine Watkins (Wanganui), Ethel Jolly, Helen Osman, Betty Taylor, E. Salt, Mavis Whyte. Stella Nesdham, Edna Lister, Kathleen O'Brien, Doris Marshall, Phyllis Newth, Phyllis Mclnemey, Bobbe Harris, Nancy Meredith (Grevmouth), Isobel Brown, A. Wooldridge, N. Patrick, June McDonald, M. Chamberlain, Olive Tibbs, D. Hobbs. Mavis Pickett, Sylwen Smith, Jo Brice. D. Mason, E. Brlce, JoseShine Halcrow, Marie Birchfield, ancy Patten, Myrtle Seibe, Dolce Patten, Joy Finney. Ann Leathern, Jean Graham, M. Conyers, Barbara Dowell, Ziska Zander, and Joy McGillivray. STUDIO PARTY Miss E. A. Prebble, A.T.C.L., entertained a number of her junior pupils at the studio, Stanmore road, to give the pupils an opportunity of performing before an audience. The studio was decorated with bowls of lilac and spring flowers. The following contributed to the programme:—Piano solos, Misses Yvcnne and Zena Johnson, Nocline Jarvis, Betty Blair, Nola Olliver, Patricia Cottie,. Shirley Greenwood, Betty Beken. . Joan Harding, Joan Downie, Coleen Nicholas, Masters Christie Slade, and Jack Stanley; song. Miss " Coleen Nicholas; recitations, Misses Patricia Woods, Pamela Findlay, Masters Warren St>ence, Kenneth Stacey, Frederick Coy, and Peter Woods.

CUEJRENT. KOTES Mrs Laws, who has been spending some months visiting her son-in-law and daughter, the Rev. A. K. Warren and Mrs Warren, St. Mary's Vicarage, Merivale, will leave on her return journey to England on November 8. Mrs W. Willes (Warwick House) will leave on Thursday for Wellington. Rev. and Mrs A. H. Acheson (Waimate), who have been guests at" "Otahuna," are at preesent Mrs Willes' guests at Warwick House. Mr and Mrs Gerald Morrison (Cashmere Hills), who have been visiting Britain, are returning to New Z aland via America. They are due in Auckland at the end of this month, and are expected in Christchurch on November 2. The Rev. W. H. Orbell and Mrs Orbell (Akaroa) are the guests of Miss Orbell. Merivale lane. Miss V. Hynes ("Otahuna," Tai Tapu) will leave to-morrow night for Wellington, where she will stay for a few weeks Mrs J. P. McQuilkin. (Rossall street) is paying a visit to Dunedin. : Mrs Douglas Macfarlane (Rafa Downs, North Canterbury) is visiting relatives in Wellington. Miss Jessie Wilkin (Fendalton) will leave to-night for Wellington, where she will be the guest of Miss Gladys Sommerville during the New Zealand golf championship meeting. Miss Delia Lorimer has returned to Christchurch after spending a short holiday in Timaru. Miss Alison West-Watson (Bishopscourt), who has been continuing her studies at Oxford University, will return to Christchurch to-morrow morning. Mrs Percy Cox, who has been spending some months with her mother, Mrs F. Dunnage, left yesterday on her return to her home in Persia. The Misses Hassell ("Carshalton," Timaru), who have been on a visit to Wellington, have returned home, accompanied by their sister, Mrs J. Barrie Martin (Wellington). Miss Molly Orbell (Pentlow, South Canterbury) has returned from a visit to Mrs D. W. Wes..enra (Dunsandel). Mrs Bruce Murray (Godley Peaks, South Canterbury) is the guest of Miss Loo Cai twright, Timaru. Mrs F. S. Batchelor (Dunedin), who has been staying with her daughter, Mrs Haiold Elworthy, Craigmore, Timaru, returned home yesterday. Miss Eileen Crawford, who has been staying with Mrs John Studholme (Middleton Grange, Riccarton) returned to Wellington last nignt. The congratulations of the Diocesan Synod to Mr and Mrs Chailes Bean, on the celebration this year of their golden wedding, were offered by Bishop West-Watscn. in his address at the opening of Syflod yesterday. Mr and Mrs Frank Thompson left last night for Hunterville, where they will spend a fortnight's holiday. Miss Duicie Fleetwood (Leinster road) will leave this week to be the guest of Mrs A. J. Blakeley (Clifton, Waikari) for the Goodman-Blakeley wedding. Miss V. Graves has returned to Hanmer Springs from Springfield, where she has been spending a holiday with Mrs G. Lapthorn. Miss Dorothy Duthie (Dunedin), who has been staying with her sister and brother-in-law, Mr and Mrs Lee Smith (Waikari) will return home this week. Miss Mary Hiatt (Pahau Downs), Miss Ena Fleetwood (Leinster road), Miss Betty Webb (Murray Place;, and Miss Gertrude Browne (Latimer square) will stay with Mrs A. J. Blakeley (Clifton, Waikari) for the Goodman-Blakeley wedding on Saturday. Bishop and Mrs Richards, who celebrated their golden wedding this year, were offered the congratulations of the Diocesan Synod by Bishop West-Watson in his address at the opening of Synod yesterday. Mention of the jubilee wedding anniversary recently of Mr H. Holland, M.P., was made at last night's meeting of the executive of the Canterbury Justices of the Peace Association, and it was decided to seiid a letter of congratulation to Mr and Mrs Holland. NEW VOGUE— ANGORA NECKWEAR. • Fashion's latest vogue—knitted Angora Collars. Very easy to knit. See special supplement In Patons and Baldwins" new Specialty Booklet No. 25. Also 11 latest and loveliest designs for light-weight Jumpers. Complete instructions. Illustrated. Sjnd 7d in stamps to Patons and Baldwins, Ltd., Box 1441R, Wellington. —3 TENNIS SHOES VALUE! Don't pay fancy prices. The lowest prices in Christchurch at Robinson's in High street (opposite High street Post .. Crepe Sole Tennis Shoes, white or suntan, for 2s 6d. —l WHAT WIVES AND MOTHERS HAVE TO "PUT UP" WITH. That" hacking, retching, first thing in the morning Cigarette Cough that wives and mothers have to put up" with can oe quickly cured the ugly phlegm "cut" aWa. if you take TAVENER'S "PLUS 4" Cough, Cold, and Influenza Mixture, 2s 6d and 4s 6J at all Grocers, Chemists, and Storekeepers. —i YOU OWE IT TO YOURSELF! To look one's best Is the aim of every woman. Smartness is best expressed by the coiffure. Proficient operators at The Annette Toilet Salon. 277 a High street (opp. Melody Lane), will work wonders with your hair—- ' Phone 41-042 for appointment. —l VISITORS TO CHRISTCHURCH. We confidently recommend Hotel Stonehurst Christchurch. to intending travellers. This leading private hotel is, centrally situated within convenient distance of theatres, parks and gar- .% Has splendid table, bathroom f s£ i, . , i ies> Barage», etc. 12/6 per day. *8 10s weekly. Uonceslsoiw for parties, etc. „_i

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AFTERNOON PARTY Mrs A. H. McC. Acheson, of Walmate. who is visiting Christchurch, was hostess yesterday afternoon at a very pleasant party given at Beach's Tearoom. Mrs Acheson formerly lived for some years at Lincoln, and has many friends in and around Christchurch. Her guests yesterday were Mrs W. Willes, Mrs Laws, Mrs J. A. Julius, Mrs F. N. Taylor, Mrs A. C. Purchas, Mrs W. S. Bean, Mrs Hubert Jones, Mrs R. E. Alexander, Mrs A. K. Warren, Miss Lucy Sanders, Miss V. Hynes, Miss Blanche Sanders, Miss M. Enright, and Miss Jean Erwin. GOOD COMPANIONS Last night, members of the Good Companions Club enjoyed an entertaining musical programme given at the home of Mrs C. S. Thomas, Inhes road. The reception and dining rooms were beautifully decorated with spring blossoms, and tulips shading from pale pink to flame. ... Folk songs, and modern and classical selections were included on the evening's programme, presented by the following artists: —Songs, Dr. P. Stanley Foster, accompanied by Mrs W. R. Carey; musical trio, Misses Dora Deal, Bessie Pollard, and Noel Cape-Wil-liamson; pianoforte solos, Mrs W. R. Carey; songs, Miss Muriel Reid, accompanied by Miss Blanche Atkinson; songs, Mrs Rhys Morgan, accompanied by Miss Atkinson. Amongst those present were Mrs C. S. Thomas, Miss Mary Thomas, Dr. P. Stanley Foster, Mesdames W. R. Carey, Rhys Morgan, J. Wilson, Misses Blanche Atkinson, Dora Deal, Bessie Pollard, Noel Cape-Williamson, Muriel Reid, J. Horth, Ranee Broughton, Mollie Daily, Alice Royds, Winnie Broughton, Stephanie Scott, Mary Gill, Dorothy Read, Mary Royds, Joan Hanna, Gwen Smyth, Doreen Hight, Mavis Reese. Jom Hart. Mvrtie stsen, Githa Hand-Newton, Ruth Royds, Phyllis Newman, Myrtle Stephens, Margaret Clark, Jean and Edith Tod, K. Joseph, Dorothy and Eileen Kernahan, Ngaire Caffin, Barbara Nicholson, June Stewart, Ann Thompson. Betty Neave, Jean Wilson, Beryl Brown, Betty Smithson, Gwynneth Hobbs, Joan and Sheila Lynskey, Betty Barrett, Helen Haskins, Dorothy Hervey, Joyce Tanner," Joan Cuningham, Kathleen Blackwell, Ann Todhunter, Joyce Drayton, Joan and Nina Davison, Aubrey Shepoard, Mary Pearson, Joy Donald. M. G. Johnston, Audrey Haworth, Frances Mart?'n. JoaTn and Phyllis Digby, Hu'a Stables, Audrey Gardiner, and Sybil Corsbie. QUEEN CARNIVAL GATHERING AT UNITED SERVICE HOTEL An afternoon gathering, aftermath of the Queen Carnival, was held yesterday in the lounge of tho United Service Hotel. Mrs E. Boulton was hostess. There were present the Mayor (Mr D. G. Sullivan, M.P.), the Deputy-Mayor (Mr J. W. Beanland), Mesdames J. R. Cuningham, Kenneth Eallantvne, J. R. McKenzie, Herbert Hill, and E. Edridge, Misses Joan Cuningham, Betty Cotterill, and Patricia Simpson, the Hon. W. Hayward, M.L.C., Messrs E. Edridge, J. R. McKenzie, A. C. Maxwell, S. F. Marshall, J. Maling, G. King, and G. Strathmore. The Mayor said that he appreciated greatly so pleasant a social conclusion to the carnival. He appreciated no less the opportunity of complimenting the ladies who had acted as queens for the carnival on the brilliant display they had made at the coronation ceremony. He felt that he was there expressing to them not only his own gratitude, but the gratitude of the entire community. He had heard many times the suggestion that the ceremony should be repeated. Whether it should be, he considered, was a matter tor the queens themselves to decide. Organisers for the carnival had, after, all, received from the ladies all the help to which they were entitled, and a great deal more. Their compensation for the work they had done, he continued, was the satisfaction they must surely have had from being prominent in a deserving and necessary cause. Another reward was the friendships which had been made among those who had helped in the work, said Mr Sullivan, and he had heard that they were many. Mr J. R. McKenzie congratulated the winning queen, Mrs A. L. Cropp. She had worked zealously throughout the carnival and was deserving of her success. He mentioned the executive committee, whose efforts and patience had been of the greatest assistance to every group, and to whom the success of Hie carnival was very largely due. Personally, he said, he thought the repetition of the coronation would be thoroughly appreciated. The Deputy-Mayor, the Hon. W. Hayward, and Messrs Maling, Edridge, King and Strathmore also spoke. The Mayor expressed his personal thanks to the organisers of the carnival, Messrs A. C. Maxwell, S. F. Marshall, and J. Mathison. APOLOGY A sincere apology is tendered to our numerous clients to whem it was impossible to attend in the hectic rush of last Friday evening. We are grateful to the public of Christchurch for appreciating our values, but also realise that each person requires careful individual fitting, a service we take great pride and joy in. In order to relieve the pressure at rush hours, we offer a special discount of 10 per cent, cash to those who are genuine buyers betv.een the hours of 9 a.m and 12 noon on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday of each week till the end of October. PENROSE'S SHOE STORE, 697 Colombo street, Christchurch. —6 LADIES WHO ARE ADMIRED. There are many ladies in Christchurch more than pleased with their stylish, perfect fitting coats and cor, tumes bought at very moderate prices from Goodman's (Actual Manufacturers selling direct to the public*. Goodman's have the reputation of being able to fit ladies ho matter how difficult their size and to make them look smart in their well-cut garments Note New Address: 748b Colombo street, opp. Frank A. Cook, upstairs, next to Minsons. Open Friday nights " ' —6 CATARRH SUFFERERS. Nose choked up. Frontal Headaches, clots of discharge running from nose iht back of throat, glassiness of eyes taste gone, bad breath, head noises. Sneezing, burning sensation at back oi eyes. Tavener's ANTI-CATARRH IS THE CURE. One month's treatment 3s 6d (posted 4s 6d). Sold everywhere or Tavener, Chemist, next Beath's, opposite Ballantynes. —3

PARTY AND PRESENTATION MRS CHARLES F. SMITH HONOURED Mrs Charles F. Smith, who for many years has been the very efficient and very helpful secretary of the Hagley Ladies' Golf Club, was enthusiastically honoured yesterday when members of the club entertained her at an enjoyable golf party and made her a presentation, Nearly 80 members met at the links where a one-club match was played. Prizes, given by Mrs R. M. Adams Mrs H. T, Adams, and Mrs A. C. Bretherton, were won by Miss Melva Wake, Miss N. West, and Mrs A. P. King, and putting prizes given by Mrs J. H. Stringer were won by Mrs M. Cramond and Miss E. Stewart Tea was served in the golf house, after which short speeches were made by Mrs Stringer and Mrs A. C. Bretherton, both of whom thanked Mrs Smith for the work she had done for the cub, for her devotion to duty, and for her kindness to players. They said that the gathering had been arranged to show the members* appreciation of her thoroughness, and to prove their affection and esteem. Miss Nicholson, on behalf of about 100 members, then presented Mrs Smith with a . gold wrist watch. Mrs Smith expressed her gratitude to players for their kindness, and said that she enjoyed hei* association with golfers. CANTERBURY WOMEN'S CLUB ARTS AND CRAFTS EXHIBITION Each year members of the various circles of the Canterbury Women's Club hold an exhibition for the purpose of showing the type of work that is done in the clubrocms, for although the club's social and musical activitias are well known, few persons realise the great variety of arts and crafts that have been mastered by the women wno meet in their own particular nooks of the building each week. In opening the exhibition yesterday afternoon, Mrs R. T. Tosswiil (president) drew attention to the high standard of the work, which, she said, reflected great credit on the club. She also thanked the directors of the circles for their assistance. Perhaps the 'most noticeable contribution to yesterday's display wai the artistic arrangements of flowers which enhanced the colour tonings of the work. Vases of clematis, abutilonr, flowering elm, primroses, polyanthus, lilac, and greenery had been used in this decorative scheme, and in the centre of the room a dinner table, arranged by the president, with crystal ware and silver, was centred with a large bowl of primroses and heuchera, the beautiful cloth of hand-made filet iace and Venetian work being much admired. Original designs on panels, bookends, bowls, and vases were amongst the well-polished articles on the marquetry tables; an innovation in the basketry work was the lining of seagrass and raffia baskets and bags, and the padding and lining of trays and work baskets. Exhibits in this section included a high basket for soiled linen, artistic vase containers, and a colourful note had been Introduced in one of the trays by the enamelling of the base. The Mothers' Club of the Lyttelton Young Women's Christian Association also showed several articles made under the supervision of the circle director. Finely knitted socks, summer jumpers, bed jackets,. and socks, framed pictures and trays of fine needlework and woolwork, cushions embroidered in original designs, supper cloths with deep borders and corners of crochet, trousseau work, and fancy needlework that were displayed showed that women of to-day have been as well trained in the execution of needlecraft as their grandmothers. Visitors were given the opportunity to compare the work of various periods, for articles lent Included tapestry chair covers made more than 50 years ago, hand-made lace on net foundations in the French and Irish style, and a wool paisley shawl madon a hand-loom more than 100 years ago. Other articles included an apostle jug in Staffordshire pottery from the great exhibition at the Crystal Palace in 1851, examples of cloisonne ware, snuff boxes more than 100 years old, a Bible and pictures more than 300 years old, a lined metal tea service, a beautiful old scarf in net work, a Persian prayer rug, and hand-woven linen sheets and pillowslips made in 1827. On the walls were arranged water colours of typical Canterbury scenery, and oil paintings. Directors of the various circles were: Marquetry, Mrs D. Pullar; basketry, Miss E. Grand; gardening, Mrs H. Suckling; flowers, Mrs Boon; fancy needlework and knitting, Mesdames C. M. Roswell and F. G. Hobbs. The appointments for the president's table had been kindly lent by the D.I.C.

MUSICALE The musical circle of the South Canterbury Women's Club, Timaru, concluded a successful season last night, when an enjoyable musicale was held. The programme was provided by members of the Glee Club—Mesdames N. D. Mangos, A. C. Mclnnes, W. I. Tait, Misses Bernadette Mangos, Audrey Holdgate, M. Bowler, Betty Holdgate, Mecsrs G. Andrews and H. Fearn, Mrs C. Ballantyne, president of the circle, received the guests, wearing a black panne velvet and gold lace frock. Those present were Mesdames J. S. Turnbull, C. S. Bruce, Guy, G. Bowker, P. F. Mann (Christchurch), J. R. Wright, E. Bowler, F. W. D. Atkin, V. C. Meehan, G. D. Virtue, G. H. Andrews, W. I. Tait, N. D. Mangos, S. T. Turnbull, Arthur Talbot, R. D. King. D. B. Shand, H. Scott, H. H. Dobie, L. Waters, G. Hart, Bruce Murray, J. W. Adams, A. A. C. Penuefather, Thompson, W. D. Revell, J. G. Duncan, H. Bannerman, Dick, C. Bowker, L. J. O'Connell, C. E. Kerr, D. Kemshed, W. D. Campbell, Kelland, 11. W. Hall, H. Holdgate, A. C. Mclnnes, Misses M. Bowler, Bernadette Mangos, Ivy Oliver, Fussell, Kohn (Wellington), Stubbs, Hazel Rule,-Loo Cartwright, Kathie Harrison (Christchurch), Revell, Maude Howden, M. Kelland, Audrey and Betty Holdgate, Ann Gabites, Barbara Mclnnes, Sharp, and H. Wood-

OBITUARY MRS H. DAVIES The death occurred recently erf Mrs H Davies, a greatly respected resident of the Amuri. . Mp ,. Mrs Davies, who was the eldest daughter of Mr D. Eeng—one of the earliest settlers of the district-was born in Culverden 56 years ago, and has redded all that time in the Amur* district, chiefly at Rotherham. She is by her husband three Messrs Robert, Daniel, and Gordon Davies, of Rotherham, and six daughters Mn* J- Carmichael (Hawke'B Rav> Miss M. Davies (Temuka;, Ses a 7 M-fa, and W. Davies in which Mrs Davies was held, was shown by the large• attendance'at the funeral. The Rev, Mr Larsen conducted the service and the pall-bearers were Messrsi C. and Jb. Popplewell, C. Hand and G. •Flintoft. Wreaths were sent by the family, Mr and Mrs Hand, Mr and Mrs Mcintosh and family, Munro family, Mr and Mrs Parker and family, Miss B. White, Mr and Mrs T. C Robinsdn and family, Mr and Mrs Walker and familv, Mr and Mrs G. Reid, Mr and Mrs G. Flintoft, Mr and Mrs D. Davir son, Mr and Mrs T. Harland and family, Mr and Mrs Dampier-Cross-ley Mr and Mrs J. J. Gallagher and family, Mr and Mrs G. Jelfs and famiiy, Mr and Mrs J. Flintoft, Rotherham Bible Class, Mr R. Leng,Rotherham Presbyterian Church, Mr and Mrs G. Popplewell and family, Mr and Mrs R. Walsh, Mr and Mrs Carson and family. Nurse Moody and M Poulter. Mrs Hare, Mr and Mrs White, Mrs R. Miln, Mrs Thomson and son, Highfleld Estate, Rotherham Hospital, and Mr and Mrs J. W. Boag and iamily. LINEN SHOWER Attractive gifts of linen were - bestowed on Miss Sheila Cordner yesterday afternoon, when she was the honoured guest at a pleasant party given by Mrs Donald Robison, at her home in Brenchley avenue. Miss Cordner's marriage to Dr. H. Turner Jennings will take place at St. Mary's Church, Merivale, to-morrow afternoon. Mrs Robison's guests were her Bister, Mrs Gladstone Ward, Mesdames Tyndall Harman, H. E. W. Roberton, Melville Dearsley, Gerald Shecman, Noel Gard'ner, Frank Cox, Misses Sheila and Quita Cordner, Joan Turnbull, Theresa Ward, Helen and Lyndsey Thomson, Eleanor Denhiston, E.isabeth Tipping, Agatha and Pauline Upham, Jean Ballantyne, Katrine Louglinan, Helen and Nancy Buchanan, Phillippa Acland, Nancy and Joan Gard'ner, Janet Williams, Celia Reese, and June Wright. CROQUET CLUB The United Croquet Club opened the season on Saturday. There was a large gathering of members and visitors from the Timaru, Rangiora, New Brighton, Elmwood, Cashmere, Mount Pleasant, Opawa, Linwood, and Spreydon Clubs. Various competitions were played and the winners were Mesdames Cccks, Hadfield, Palmer, and Betts, and Miss Bell. The prizes were given by Mesdames Pullar. Blunt, and McClelland, Messrs G. Richardson, and S. McCullough. Amongst those present were Mr and Mrs A. Murray, Mr and Mrs J. Anderson, Mr and Mrs Travis, Mr and Mrs F. Blunt, Mr and Mrs Lloyd, Mr and Mrs Dunn. Mr and Mrs Irwin, Mr and Mrs Holdsworth-Smith. Mesdames Morton, Edmonds, Parkinson, Bates, Malcolmscn, Stswart, Rawlinson, Turner, Hadfield, Palmer, Barnes, Keetley, Evans, Lee, Pratley, Kellaway. McClelland. Roxburgh. Pargeter, Midgley, Cooke, Barnett, McJarrow, McGimpsey, Patchett, Rogers, Were. Price, Grey, Cocks, Bosomworth, Pullar, Horton, Hampton, Burgess, Kilner. Suckling, Brazier, Hamilton, Adkins, Maddren, Golding, Corrick, Chaplind, Smith, Ashby, and Scott, Misses Gerard, McMillan, Bell, Keetley, Brown, Collinson, Harris, and Maze, Messrs A, Ross, G. Richardson, and S. McCullough. WELCOME HOME PARTY A "welcome home" party was held at the Beckenham Bowling Clubs pavilion when Mr and Mrs E. R. Collett (Spreydon) entertained a number of friends in honour of Mr and Mrs Raymond Collett, of New York, who are visiting New Zealand. Several interesting competitions and some amusing items added variety to the evening's programme, and the music for dancing was played by Miss Maisie Ottey. At supper time, Mrs Collett, jun., cut the "welcome cake," which was decorated with American and New Zealand flags. Among those present were Mr and Mrs Raymond Collett, Mr and Mrs E. W. Collett, Mr and Mrs L. Graham, Mr and Mrs M. Hall, Mr and Mrs R. Pearce, Mr and Mrs C. Skelton. Mr and Mrs H. F. Collett, Mr and Mrs D. Skelton, Mr and Mrs F. Skelton, Mr and Mrs N. Neill, Mr and Mrs H. Keenan, Mr and Mrs W. Grenfell, Mr and Mrs W. O'Callahan, Mr and Mrs R. Davey, Mr and Mrs A. Hand, Mesdames J. Bashford, A. McGregor, A. Colenso, A. McDonald, Misses Zora and Romila Adkins, Pat Cairns, A. Crawley, Molly McLachlan, Rita Pearce, K. Palmer. Rita Ufton, Edna McDonald, Constance Corser, Molly Maxwell, Constance and Norma Collett, V. and C. Jones, Cecilia Taylor, Joyce Houghten, Una Skelton, Norma Earnett, Ada Skelton, N. Longworth, Yvonne Caldow, Wyn Parkes, Messrs J. Poulsen, L. and E. Collett, H. and M. Dacre, A. Collett, C. Reynolds, R. Peprce, E. Rogers, G. and P. Skelton, F. Taylor, C. Bnshford, R. Collett, W. Maxwell, M. Parses, E. Taylor, R. Taylor. D: and L. Hall, T. Collett, and 0. Sprosen. PLUNKET SOCIETY A committee meeting of the Li"ColnTai Tapu sub-branch of the Plunket Society was held in the Frcrbyterian room, the following being present: Mesdames J. W. Colder (in the chair), 1. W. Weston,'W. A. Johnston, Sister Scott, and Miss Haughton. It was decided to send to the central comm'ttee a contribution to the Kpritane Hospital. A garden party w'U be held on Thursday, November 28. for Plunket mothers and those interested in the society, Dr. and Mrg W. A. Johnston having lent their grounds for the occasion. TENNIS CLUB'S DANCE A pleasant dance was held in the Gaiety Hall, Papanui, to celebrate the opening of the season of the Waimairi Lawn Tennis Club. There was a large gathering of the club members and their friends. Music was supplied by Mr Fred Whitelaw's Orchestra. The committee responsible for the success of the entertainment and supper arrangements included Mesdames H. S. Chetwin, K. O. Andrews, and A. E. Dawson, Misses A. Spooner* L. Guild, D. Fulton, and L. Balch, Messrs H. S. Chetwin, C. C. Crocker, W. H. Jones, and W. E. Shaw. Those present included Mesdames W. E. Shaw, Burwald, C. Shaw, C. C. Crocker, E. Tullett, G. Radford, G. Moor, H. S. Chetwin, K. O. Andrews, Pearce, C. Stockdale, T. W. Andrews, A. Ecroyd, and A. E. Dawson, Misses Marian Watson. L. Guild, Nottingham, Ella Grieve, Joan Holloway, Muriel Gottermeyer, Doris Fulton, M. King, Zoe Gamble, Irene Hill, M. Wright, Anne Spooner, Dorothy Gasson,Gwefl Mogridge, Rossiter, and Mona Logan.

WEDDINGS THOMAS—HOGG The marriage of Mary, youngest daughter of Mrs C. Gluestein (Leeston) and of the late Mr W. Hogg (Killinchy), to Reginald, youngest son of Mr and Mrs W. M. Thomas fMotukarara), was celebrated recently by the Rev. N. A. Friberg at St. John's Church, Leeston. Miss R. Bowden was the organist. The bride was escorted by her step-father. She wore an ankle-length frock of pale pink tree-bark crepe, cut on classical lines and made with a cowl neckline, and full sleeves gathered into tight cuffs. A halo of orange blossom held in place her pale pink veil, and she carried a bouquet of pale pink hyacinths, sweet peas, and maiden hair fern. •.Miss Marjorie Martin, who attended as bridesmaid, wore a frock of lemon ripple crepe made with a cape collar trimmed with fine pleating and finished' with a spray of lemon and blue flowers. Her white straw hat was banded with lemon ribbon, and her bouquet was of freesias, daffodils, and pale blue hyacinths. Mr Henry Thomas was best man. After the ceremony a reception was held at the home of the bride's, parents. Mrs Gluestein was wearing a brown figured frock, and a hat to tone, and carried a bouquet of daffodils, marigolds, and freesias. The bridegroom's mother wore a ' winecoloured ensemble, and a wine straw hat, and carried a bouquet of flowers to tone. The bride travelled in a brown suit, a pale pink blouse, and a hat to match. Mr and Mrs R. Thomas will make their home at Greenpark. NOURISH— BIGHAM A quiet wedding was celebrated recently at the home of Mr and Mrs J. Bigham (Islington), when their eldest daughter, May, was married to Eric, only son of Mr and Mrs H. Norrish, of Beckenham. The Rev. L. Rogers performed the ceremony. The bride, who was given away by her father, wore a frock of pale pink crepe de chine, and a wide-brimmed hat to match, and carried a bouquet of lilies and pale pink rosebuds. Miss Dulcie Bigham, ■who attended her sister, wore a Marina blue crepe de chine frock, and carried a bouquet of narcissi and freesias. Mr H. Standeven 'was best man. When Mr and Mrs K. Norrish left for a motoring tour in the north, the bride was wearing a black tailored suit, a shell pink crepe de chine blouse, and a felt hat to tone. \. * MOGRIDGE—GREIG The marriage was celebrated recently, at the Rugby Street Methodist . Church, of Leila Alice, younger daughter of Mr and Mrs George G. Greig ("Birch-holm," Papanui), to Arthur George, youngest son of Mrs Mogridge ("Farnham." Blenheim), and of the late Mr Mogridge. The Rev. H. S. Kings performed the ceremony, and the organist was Mr Williams. During the signing of the register, the "Song of Thanksgiving," was sung by Mrs C. Mears. The church had been prettily decorated • by girl friends of the bride, with pot plants and flowers in shades of pink and blue. The bride was given away by her brother, Mr G. A. Greig (Scargill). She wore a trained frock of magnolia satin, made with a square neckline and medici collar of Chantilly lace, the full sleeves being gathered into tightfitting cuffs, pointed over the hands and fastened with small buttons. A plaited girdle, weighted with tassels, defined the waistline, and her embroidered veil of tulle 'was arranged from a halo head-dress of Chantilly lace and orange blossom. She carried a bouquet of cream'roses and hot house flowers, relieved with touches of pink. Miss Myrtle Beer and Miss Valmai DoJik. niece of the bride, were the attendants. Miss Beer's frock was of peach pink angel skin lace, a deep hem of matching taffeta 'widening into a train at the. back. A swathed taffeta sash was finished with hand-made flowers to match the trimming, at the draped neckline, and her halo hat of taffeta was relieved with' a posy of pink, blue, and silver flowers. She carried a bouquet of pink hothouse flowers. The younger bridesmaid wore an ankle-length frock of peach pink taffeta, trimmed with frills and finished with a swathed sash, and her chaplet was of blue and pink forget-me-nots to match her posy. Mr Gordon Woodham, cousin of the bridegroom, was best man: A reception was held at the Winter Garden, where the bride's mother received the guests, wearing a black pinstriped tailored suit, a white georgette blouse, with a fur stole, and a black hat relieved with touches of white. The bridegroom's mother -wore a frock of black satin with a vestee of lace, a black silk coat, and black hat with white trimmings. The bride travelled in a tailored .suit of navy ribbed worsted, an ivory crepe de chine blouse, with a navy and white spotted bow and a navy straw hat. She wore also a long fur stole. English and French is being taught to German children "without tears'* by the use of Punch and Judy shows. The puppets are made to upraid each other in the foreign language. Martha Hoffschlager, writing in the journal of the National Socialist Teachers' Association, says that in schools where this experiment has been tried, children enter so much into the spirit of the game that when Mr Punch turns to the audience asking questions in the foreign language they readily answer.

WOMEN'S INSTITUTES SOUTH CANTERBURY FEDERATION About 400 members of Women's Institutes throughout South Canterbury, including delegates from 38 institutes between the Waitaki and the Rangitata, assembled at Waimate for the half-yearly meeting of the South Canterbury Federation of Women's Institutes. Miss A. T. Williams presided, and the visitors were given a cordial welcome by Mrs J. C. Hurst. The president, in the course of her address, outlined the objects of the federation and the institute movement, and said that there were now 32,000 members united in the common cause of home and country. Organised womanhood, she said, was a powerful force for good in the community. An official welcome to the town was extended to the visitors by the Mayor (Mr George Dash), who traced the history of the institute movement from its inception 40 years ago in Ontario, Canada. Mrs Gillingham (Fairlie), gave an interesting address on the hospitality scheme organised by the Women's Institute of Fairlie, which she stated was for the promotion of friendly relationships. Mr McCaskell (Christchurch) in speaking of native birds and forests, made a strong plea for their preservation. The competition for the "most humorous impressions of the conference held in Auckland," was won by Mrs D. Barnes (Fairlie), and the competition for "six new ideas for institute meetings" was won by Miss Whatman (Waihaorunga). ' "SPORTS NIGHT" DANCE AT BRIGHTON To celebrate the opening of the summer sports season, the St. Faith's Young Men's Club organised a successful "sports and request night" dance, which was held in the Parish Hall, New Brighton, last evening. The hall was decorated with red, white, and blue ribbons, and sports materials, and on the stage were the bicycles used by W. J. McDowell and T. Dixon, first and third respectively in the "Rpund the Gorges" road race, and the cup won by W. J. McDowell. The organising committee comprised Messrs C. Seaward, B. Rice, T. Dixon, W. McDowell, P. Warner, B. Napper, and W. Fitchett. The supper arrangements were in the hands of Mesdames M. Napper, W. F. Fitchett, and C. Catterm ole. Mr Warner was master of ceremonies, The music was played by Miss Maisie Ottey's orchestra, and extras were given by Mr R. Pockson. Those present included Mesdames W. Codyre, M. Napper, W. F. Fitchett. and C. Cattermole, Misses Kathleen Evans, Nancy Wroth. May Moorfott, Rita Cattermole, Moana Turner, Joy Fisher, Ngalre Cattermole, Dorothy Moses. Joan Beardsley, Phyllis Seaward, Lorraine . Branch. Rita Hulme, Lola Johnstone, Patricia Boyland, Joan Tindall, Joyce Cattermole, Marjorie Tindall, Marie Treleaven, Noeline Prettejohns. Mona Stevens, Merle Gudge, Beth Waters#. Daphne Waters, May Rice. Noel Muirson, Muriel Hulme, Joan Miller, Gloria Bamfield, Edna Smith, and Joan Napper; Messrs G. Glasson, N. Seaward. M. Dickson, R. Pockson, D. Parsonson, W. McDowell, T. Dixon, F. Hobbs, C. Bodger, P. Warner. L. P. Kirk, R. Drewery, C. Seaward. N. Iggo. N. Hulme. C. Skinner. G. Wear, B. McKenzie. A. E. Cockle. R. Comfort, A. Hewett, R. Hewett. J. Gibson, N. Rodgers, W. Rhodes, H. Goddard. A. Hill, W. Miller, and J. Houlden. PARTY AT TEMPLETON Members of the Templeton Women's Institute held their second birthday party in the Templeton Oddfellows' Hall, which had been decorated with the institute's colours, royal blue and gold. There was a record attendance, more than 300 visitors being present, including representatives from the Prebbleton. Lincoln, Hornby, and Ladbrooks Institutes, and Broadfleld branch of the Women's Division of the Farmers' Union. Items were given by Misses Daphne Fowler and Jean Marsh, Risna Marsh, and Marion Wright, Lorraine Jeffs, Vera White, Francis Henshaw, Messrs D. Allingham, Campbell, and Dann. Miss Peggy Kissel was the accompanist. A mock wedding, staged by members created much amusement, the cast being as follows: —Mr Maxey, Mrs A. Scott, Mrs J. Gordon, Miss Francis Henshaw. Misses Kathleen Hinton, Mavis Dixon, Nell Stewart. Rose Clinton, Rene Kennedy, Peggy Kissel, W. Taylor. Mr and Mrs G. Henshaw, and Mrs N. Clinton. Sprays of flowers, presented to Mrs H. B. Kissel (president) and Mrs R. Johnston (secretary), were given by Mrs J. F. Wright. The birthday cake, given by Mrs H. B. Kissel, had been iced by Mrs Maxey. Prizes for the most points gained during the year were awarded as follows: —Mrs H. Curragh and Miss Kathleen Hinton (equal) 1, Mrs J. F.Wright 3. A baby's plate was presented to Mrs Martin's baby. During the evening novelty dances were won by Miss Chappell and Mr Tiplady. Mr and Mrs Gallagher, Miss Rona Marsh and Mr Drake. Dance music was supplied by Fred. Smith's orchestra, extras being played by Miss Marj. Hampton, Mr Stewart, and Mr A. Cameron. Messrs H. L. Kissel and Campbell were masters of ceremonies. The King and Queen recently received at Balmoral the first of 1000 bunches of grapes to be cut from the Royal vine at Cumberland Lodge, Windsor Great Park. The remaining bunches were sent to hospitals in different parts of the country. The vine, of the Black Homburg variety, has been flourishing for about 200 years. It is claimed to be older than the famous vine at Hampton Court.

HORORATA GOLF CLUB ANNUAL BALL The ' Hororata Golf Club's annual ball, which has ' become widely known as one of the most popularfunctions of the year in the district, once more attracted a large number of visitors from Christchurch and surrounding country districts, and a large number of local residents were also • present. An energetic committee, with Mr G. E. Cartwright as secretary, was rewarded for its efforts by the great success of the dance. The decorative scheme throughout the halb was carried out in old rose and gold streamers, shaded lights, and' greenery. Golf sticks and bags and posters bearing the names of the various holes at the links were arranged on the walls. Music was supplied by the EvansCampbell orchestra (Christchurch) and extras were ■ played by Mrs H. A. Oliver, Mrs J. McCnughan (of Coalgate), and Mr L. Westwood (Darfield). Messrs F. S. Barrett and A. J. Harris were masters of ceremonies. Interest was added to the evening's programme by the presentation of trophies won during the year. Mr G. Hall (patron of the club) made the presentations as follows:—Ladies' championship, Miss D. Oliver; men's championship (Godfrey Cup), T. E. Pearson; men's junior championship (Albert Charles Cup), A. J. Harris; ladies (Owen Cup), Miss R. Barretf men (captain's trophy), T. Charles; ladies (captain's trophy), Mrs T H. A Richards; Tisdall cleek, Mrs W. O. Gray; Pearson cieek, J. Oliver; ladies' silver button, Mrs W. Stone; ladies' bronze button, Mrs H. A. Oliverladies* ringer competition (junior), Mrs H. A. Oliver; president's closing day trophy, G. Turner; closing day trophy, given by the president's wife, Mrs W. O. Gray (senior), Miss E. Thome (junior); Hill's trophy, E. H. Sime. Among those present were Mr aud Mrs O Hal, Mr and Mrs T. H. A. Richards, Mr and Mrs T. E. Pearson, Mr and Mrs w blone, Mr and Mrs w. 0. Gray. Mr and Mrs H. A. Oliver. Mr and Mrs H. Ohver, Mr and Mrs E. B. Datoer, Mr and Mrs E I'leminir, Mr and Mrs J. Thome, M h-„ BDd *i. rs F - N - Wright. Mr and Mrs P Ph.lups, Mr and Mrs S., Gibson, Mr and Mrs Collings (Coalgate), Mr and Mrs F fc>. Barrett, Mr and Mb. Murray, Mr and Mrs W. Teale (Glentunnel), Rev. L. N and Mrs Watkins, Mr and Mrs O. Yeatman (Christchurch), Mr und Mrs James (Christchurch), Mr and Mra Andrews (Christchurch), Mr aud Mrs C. Goode (Christohurch), Mr and Mrs A. Ecroyd (Christchurch), Mr and Mrs White (Highpeak), Mr and Mrs T. P. Hight, Mr and Mrs King (Gleuroy), Mr and Mrs Bingham (Glenroy), Mr and Mrs I. Friend, Mr and Mrs Collison (Windwhistle), Mr and Mrs H. Weßtwood (Christchurch), Mr and Mrs O. Monk (Oxford), Mesdames J. Ballugh, H. Breeze, G. ,0. Derrett, B. C. Rutherford, J. Crump, R. Wilkic, R. Kett (Christchurch), J. McCuughan (Coalgate), Robertson (Glentunnel), Misses D. Adams, M. Fuller, M. Jones (Lake Coleridge), J. Barrett, J. Jenkins, M. Jenkins, R. Barrett, E. Chapman J. Newill, I. Phillips, M. McKenz.ie, 11. Phillips, E. Thorne, Edith Thome, M. Thwaites, M. Warren (Greendale), D. Thwaites (Glenroy), Venning (Christchurch), D. Oliver, G. Charles (Coalgate), I. Hore, D. Judd (Waddington), Webb (Christchurch), A. Yeatman (Christchurch), O. Locker, J. Chapman, N. Adkins, P. Smith, Narby (Darfield), A. Stephens (Waddington), M. Payne (Sheffield), Groon (Darfield), M. Hjnks (Darfield). B. Doody (Oxford), N. Doody (Oxford). A. Stewart (Darfield), M. McCaughan (Coalgate, M. Woods, Stevenson (Christchurch), P. Scott Baker (Whitecliffs), J. Collison (Windwhistle), J. and O. Alloway, E Shepherd (Glentunnel), Keeble, V. Quartormain, Messrs G. C. Cartwright, A. J. ! Harris, E. H. Sime, A. D. Oliver. R. Oliver, j J. Oliver, G. Carpenter, H. Simms, Cridgo (Darfield), S.. Thwaites (Glenroy), K. Banks, 1 W. Bell. J. McKenzlc, Hillier. V. Hill, 11. ; Hill, S. Hore, E. Betts, Henderson. C. .Milne (Snowdon), Cameron (Lake Coleridge), R. [ Palmer (Christchurch). J. Williams, C. Gilmour (Glentunnel), G. Hardacker, J. Rich, (i. Turner. H. A. Thorne. R. Rcid (Dar- , field), 11. A. Stevenson, K. Charles, E. Gray, W Judd, R. Judd (WaddinElon). A. Jones (Glentunnel), C. Gray, Rapley, P. Derrett, Hamilton (Glentunnel), S. Hunt, F. Isner<vood, P. Ishorwood. J. Stewart. G. Carter, A. Stone (Glenroy), T. Ti«ard, T Tafling, Hobbs (Glentunnel), L. Jones (Sheffield), R. -Vtkinxon (Annat) K. McMillan (Darfield), 1, Westwood (Darfield). D. M. Dunnet (Chr.stchurcli), R. O. Barrett. M. Youngman (Chnrinz Cross), Harrison (Glentunnel), G. E. Cartwright. aud T. Charters. TENNIS PARTY A successful tennis party, in aid of the fruit salad stall for the Victory Memorial School fete, was held at the St. Albans Tennis courts, Springfield road. The hostesses were Mesdames Hamilton, Hughes, Le Pine, and Nash. , .. » « Those present included Mr A. Ross (master), Mesdames Arthur Ecroyd, T. A. J. Day, S. T. Newton, Lawrence, Wilson, J. Brunton, Broughton, G. Lambert, W. Gabb, C. L. Bowles, G. Blogg, H. B. Dell, Newton, Chilman, F. R. Jones (Wellington), V. Whitcombe, B Martin, G. S. Jonathan, G. Pom-fret-Dodd, P. Carlisle, C. D. Wilson, A. Smith, F. A. Amodeo, C. E. Edwards, G. Clark, G. Fowler, E. Horsfall, J. O'Callaahan, Chrystal, J. S. Roberts, E. G. Sandrey, M. H. Scott, Misses Roberts, D. Gabb, Fiona MacLeod, Nancy Fraser, M. Gudsell, L. Hutton, Yager, W. M. Cook, and P. Pomfret-Dodd. The prize-winners were Mrs G. Lambert and Mrs J. S. Roberts. BOWLING CLUB'S SOCIAL Mr W. E. Turland, president of the Sydenham Bowling' Club, and Mrs Turland entertained club members at a pleasant evening social held in the club's pavilion to celebrate the opening of the season. The time was spent in dancing, and musical items were given by Misses L. Markby, E. Greaney, C. O'Callaghan, and Mr N. Burtt. Mr F. Bishop was master of ceremonies. A Monte ■ Carlo dance was won by Miss Fraser and Mr Dickenson. Mr D. Drummond (secretary) thanked Mr and Mrs Turland for their hospitality, and paid a tribute to the president's interest in the club's development. In responding, Mr Turland expressed the hope that the Sydenham green would be among those selected for use in the forthcoming New Zealand championships. He thanked the performers for their cooperation, arid the ladies who had assisted in organising, the function

TE HAPU KOA CLUB A moonlight tramp, organised by the Te Hapu Koa Tramping Club, proved very popular with members. The tramp commenced from the "Sign of the Takahe" and continued over the hills via the "Kiwi" to the "Sign of the Bellbird," Kennedy's Bush. Arriving at the rest house at 9.15 p.m. the Te Hapu Koas were welcomed and entertained by Mr and Mrs J. Gilby, and later supper was served in the drawing room. During the evening two amusing competitions, arranged by Mrs Gilby, were won by Mr Noel McCracken, • Miss Dorothy Francis, and Mr R. Evans. When passing a vote of thanks to Mr and Mrs J. Gilby for their kindhospitality, the club captain said that he hoped the tramp would be only one of many trips the club would have j to Kennedy's Bush during the summer months. Those present included Mrs B. Cocks, Misses Dorothy Francis, Pat. Luney, Mavis Lutton, Grace Kinley, Isabel Francis, Nan Ruston, Mavis Green, Rona Glenday, Gwladys Mitchell, Rosaline Donaldson, Thelma Merrett, Myrtle Carlisle, Molly McNaughton, Vera Gasson, Alma Ormandy, Gwen Kinley, Messrs F. Storey, B. Barwick, E. McLeod, Noel McCracken, Arthur Green, A. Fehesenfeldt, Cyril Godfrey, B. Cocks, R. Evans. K. Fehesenfeldt, and B. Hack. BRIDGE AND "500" PARTY A bridge and "500" party was held in the pavilion of the Linwood Croquet Club, Stanmore road. Mrs A. Lee and a committee of helpers had made the arrangements and a dainty supper was provided. Mr Smith presented the prizes, which were won by Mesdames McClurg, Crespin, Henry, May; Gillespie, Messrs Robbins, "Vincent,' Hurley, and Miss Wilson. Among those present were Mesdames Lee, Burgess, Gillespie, Marshall, E. Rountree, Johns, Couper, J. Yates, E, Temple, M." Nash, E. Crespin, R. Henry, H. B. Lee, A. J. Wickes, Hurley, C. Warner, E. Lutton, T. Watkins, A. W. MacGillivray, P, Cowper, Wing, Coulter, Whittington, Wilson, Robbins, McClurg, Carter, Hollondy. W. Small, Parke, Turner, Peters, Smith, E. Kane, Sutcliffe, A. E. Reaby, C. Rissmon, J. Petrie, Good, May, Misses J. Wilson. A. Bruce, Burrows, Short, A. Cowper, E. Dixon, L. P. Sadler, Messrs E. C. Brown, Hurley. Bennet, Good, Vincent, F. Piatt, H. E. Robbins, Scurr, Turner, W. Rountree, Johns, H. B. Lee, H. Carter, H. C. Wilson, Dingle, F. Cowper, Wickes, Ridout, N. Bowles, Car-1 ter, W. Bowles, Smith, Ritchie, and Hyland. Are you thinking of Selling your business? The quickest route between Buyer and Seller is through "The Press" Classified Advertisements—l2 words la, 3 insertions 2s 6d, "Phone 83-358. —6

DANCE AT LYNDHURST The benedicts and spinsters of Lyndhurst held a successful ball in the Lyndhurst Hall, which had been decorated with greenery and spring flowers. Much credit for the excellent arrangements is due to the committee, with Mr and Mrs R. Rule as joint secretaries. Mr C. C. Winn (chairman) extended a welcome to all present. During the evening Miss Betty Opie <Ashburton) and Mr A. Polkinghorne, sang solos, the accompanists being Miss Margaret Opie and Mrs Keith Prebble. Novelty dances were won by Miss Grace Macale and Mr Gordon Macale, Miss Dorothy Magson and Mr A. Newton. Cook's orchestra provided the music, extras being played by Mr K. Cook and Mr J. Cretney. Mr A. C. Gadd- was master of ceremonies. Among those present were Mfesdames Cook, Gilmour, Limbrick, Mangin, Knox Cook, L. Anderson, Woolley, ' Gray, S. H. Anderson, Polkinghorne, Reesby, Gadd, F. Gray, Winn, Symes,' Dwyer, C. Prebble, Wright, Scott, P. Prebble, Ruddenklau, Weily, Rule, R. Chambers, Drummond, Misses V. Prebble, E. Reesby, M. Cook, M. Cretney, Norma Gadd, Ariel Winn, G. Gray, Isabel Cretney, T. Evans, Agnes } Gray, Law, E. Maidens (Jjauriston), McDowell, D. Maidens (Lauriston), M. [Mason, D. Magson (Rokeby), M. Stack,

White, B. Berry, D. Druivnond, N. Brooker, B. Maidens (Lauriston), Cum* ming, Betty Opis (Ashburton), Cor* ran, K. Scott, Margaret Opie (Ashburton), J. Miles (Ashburton), N. Woolley, T. Miles (Ashburton), A. Callaghan, Irwin (Rokeby), D. Breach, P. Miles (Ashburton), Beryl Reid (Methven), Mildred Aitken (Christchurch)," Osborne (Ashburton), Harrison (Metbven), G. Osborne (Ashburton), W. Limbrick, Butler (Christchurch), Jean Gilmour, Grace Macale, and Edna Gilmour. ■ ■ • , VISITORS TO CHRISTCHURCH Clarendon Hotel: Mr and Mrs A. K. Smith (Invercargill). United Service Hotel: Mr and Mrs. JMilne, Dr. and Mrs Russell Ritchie and Miss Ritchie (Dunedin). Warner"s Hotel: Mr and Mrs J. J. Heasley (Timaru) and Mr and Mrs: Alan Grant (Waimate). Hotel Federal: Mr and Mrs B. Nees. Mr and Mrs W. Speight (Dunedin), Mr.and Mrs Baxter (Oxford), Mr and Mrs D. W. Bain and Mr and Mrs Ahfield (Christchurah), Mrs W. Morris • (Invercargill), Mrs Llndop (West Coast), Miss J. McCurdy (Springfield), and Mrs Walker (Nelson). Guests at Stonehurst Private Hotel: Mr and Mrs R. J. Roper (Nelson).; Mr and Mrs B. Nees, Mr and Mrs A. V. Lodge and Miss Lodge (Dunedin), Miss M. Rudd (Greendale), Miss G. Rowe, Miss K. dimming (Lyndhurst), Mr A. E. Hefford (Wellington). " : . Coker's Hotel: Mr and Mrs B. C. Wacher (Dunedin).