WEDDINGS

Press, Volume LXXI, Issue 21646, 3 December 1935, Page 3

WEDDINGS

BANKS—REECE Last night at St. Augustine's Church, Cashmere Hills, the marriage was celebrated of Joan, elder daughter of Mr and Mrs C. H. Reece, Huntsbury Hill, to Henry Bursell, only son of the late Mrs Banks and of Mr Leonard Banks, Banks avenue. Shirley. The Rev. O. FitzGerald performed the ceremony, and Miss J. L. Black was the organist. The church had been beautifully decorated for the occasion with arum lilies and iris germanica. Mr Reece escorted his daughter, who wore a frock of ivory satin, cut on classical lines, the bodice being crossed in front, and the left side softly swathed to form a long scarf collar, which was draped over the right shoulder. Two flowers of cream velvet gave a finishing touch to the V neckline, and the long tight-fitting sleeves formed points over the,hands, The skirt was slit in front, and formed a train at the back, and the waistline was defined by a wide, swathed sash of satin. A halo of-orange blossom held in place her tulle veil, which was worn over the face, and she carried a white suede prayer book, which had belonged to her grandmother.

Miss Noel Reece, the bride's sister, who attended as bridesmaid, wore a Wedgwood blue muslin, frock patterned with white pin spots. The bodice was gathered at the round neckline, and the short sleeves were tied at the elbows with bows of the material. The skirt was shirred at the waistline and weighted at the hemline with three rows of tucking, and a. white chenille velvet sash was tied at the back of the waist. On her hair a wreath of white picotees was arranged, and similar . flowers with 3ove-in-the-mist composed her, bouquet.. , Mr A. Reece, the bride's brother, was best man.

After, the ceremony, a reception for relatives was held at the home of the bride's parents. Mrs Reece wore a navy blue frock of crepe de chine patterned with clusters of white spots, the cowl neckline being faced with white satin and held in place with two white satin flowers. Her navy blue hat was of lisere straw, and she carried a bouquet of tea roses. Mrs Neal Irwin (Masterton), sister of the bridegroom, wore a black and white spotted frock of crepe de chine, trimmed with a white collar, and her hat was of black straw.

For travelling the brjde wore a suit of clay-beige herringbone suede crepe, the coat being trimmed with pleating of brown georgette. Her widebrimmed hat was of dull brown straw, and she wore also a brown fox fur.

HULME—NEALE The marriage was celebrated recently at St. David's Presbyterian Church, Sydenham, of Heather, eld-est-daughter of the late Mrs Neale and of Mr F. A. Neale (St. Martins), to Norman, only son of the late Mrs Hulme and of Mr W. H. Hulme, Christchurch. The ceremony was performed by the Rev. L. M. Rogers and Miss G. Benton was organist.

The bride, who was given away by her father, wore a trained frock of ivory satin, relieved with shirring at the neckline and on the sleeves. Her hand-embroidered veil was held in place by a coronet of orange blossom, and she carried a sheaf of Christmas lilies and roses.

Miss Mary Neale, .who attended her sister as bridesmaid, wore an anklelength frock of pink floral georgette, the neck yoke cowled at the front and buttoned at the back, being edged with-fine pleating. Her picture hat toned with her frock, and she carried a bouauet of carnations and roses. Mr Horace McDonald was best man. After the ceremony the guests were entertained at the Winter Garden. The bride's aunt, Miss Helen Beattie, wore a frock of black satin and a hat to match, and carried a posy of gold coloured roses. Mrs Hargreaves, aunt of the bridegroom, wore a frock of brown marocain, patterned in red and green tonings with a hat to tone. Her posy was of autumn coloured flowers.

.For travelling the bride wore a frock of floral blue marocain, a coat to match, and a blue straw hat.

QUINN—KENNEDY

The wedding was celebrated recently at the Catholic Church, Rangiora. of Gertrude Rachel, eldest daughter of the late Mrs Kennedy, and of Mr John Kennedy (Femside), to Laurence Patrick, second son of Mr and Mrs Patrick Quinn, of Fendalton. The Rev. Father Leen performed the ceremony, and celebrated nuptial mass. assisted by the Rev. Father Fogarty (Geraldine). Miss Dorothy Brady was organist.

The bride was escorted by her brother, Mr Maurice Kennedy. She wore a frock of magnolia satin matalasse made oh princess lines, the cowl neckline being caught with a diamond clasp. Her. long veil of embroidered tulle was. held in place by a coronet of orange blossom, and she carried a shower bouquet of arum . lilies, roses, carnations, and maidenhair fern.

Miss Josephine Kennedy, sister of the bride, and Miss Mary Moran, who attended the bride, wore frocks of ice blue and petal pink silk crepe made with long panelled skirts, the necklines being softened with shir-' ring. Their wide-brimmed picture hats were trimmed to match their frocks, and roses and carnations were arranged in their bouquets'. Miss Winifred Miles was flowergirl. Her frilled frock of lemon georgette had a lace yoke, and was finished with a lemon satin sash. She wore a head band of blue and pink velvet flowers, and carried a posy of flowers to tone.

Mr Edward Quinn, brother of the bridegroom, was best man, and Mr Ronald Morris was groomsman. A reception was held at the Celtic Hall. Miss Margaret Kennedy, sister of the bride, Wore a frock of rust coloured silk crepe, and a cream straw hat trimmed with velvet flowers. Her shoulder spray was composed of cream roses. The bridegroom's mother wore a navy and red ensemble and a navy blue hat, and she carried a bouquet of red roses.

The bride's travelling suit was of nigger-brown cordalaine, and with it she wore a beige crepe blouse, and a wide-brimmed hat of neora straw. She carried a nigger-brown fur-trimmed coat.

WILLIAMS—M'DO WELL

The wedding was celebrated recently at St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church of Jean Hamilton, fifth daughter of Mr and Mrs McDowell, of Kirkcaldy, Scotland, to Eric George, only son of Mr and Mrs Williams, Grafton street, Sumner. The Rev. J. Lawson Robinson performed the ceremony. White lilies and pink tulips had been effectively. arranged in the church. The bride was given away by her brother-in-law, Mr Fogo (Dunedin). She wore a frock of delustred white satin made with a trained skirt, the high neckline in front being softened with cowl folds. - Her veil of handembroidered tulle was worn with a halo head-dress, and she carried a

bouquet of deep cream roses and lilies of the valley. A trained frcck of apple green 1 ring velvet, trimmed with silver,'lame was worn by the bridesmaid, Miss Grace Williams, the bridegroom's sister. The uplifted brim of her- small hat to.- tone was'trimmed with flowers, and she carried a posy of pink carnations and tulips outlined with green tulle. Mr E. McLean (Dunedin) was best man.

After the ceremony, the guests were entertained at the Hotel Federal. The bridegroom's mother was"" assisted by Mrs Fogo, the bride's sister. Mr Williams wore a frock of blue self-striped silk marocain, trimmed with brilliant clips at the neckline, her straw hat to tone being relieved with touches of lemon to match her bouquet. Mrs Fogo's ensetpble of deep cream and rust satin was wqrn with a rustcoloured hat, and she carried a bouquet of scarlet flowers.

The bride travelled in a dove grey ensemble, a lemon crepe de chine blouse, and a hat to tone. Mr and Mrs E. G. Williams will make their home in Christchurch.

WOHLMANN—STONE (MUSSS ASSOCIATIOK TBLEOEAM.) AUCKLAND, December 2. The wedding took place quietly in Auckland this morning of Ward George Wohlmann, Commissioner of Police, and Miss Christine Laura Stone, of Auckland. The ceremony was performed by the Rev. E. D. Patchett, at the Epsom Methodist Church at an early hour.

GIFT PARTIES

Miss Mae Burrage, whose marriage] will take place this week, was the I guest of honour at a "variety" gift party given by. Mrs Line (Kipling street) and the members of the Spreydon speech readers' circle. A happy time was spent with competitions and games. The winners of the various comper titions were Mesdames .Henry, Burnside, Flood, and McGowan. Amongst those present were Mesdames Line, Burrage, White, Pruden, Burnside, Snelling, Woodcock, Flood, Lundon, Moffett, McGoWan, Coombs, Murphy, Voyce, Fletcher, Robinson, Misses Mae Burrage, Morna Jeffries, Isabel Rutherford, G. Lynham, Joseph, Jones, Lundon, Woodcock, Truman, White, Burns, Fletcher, Scott, Messrs V. H. Line, S. Henry, H. Williams, Pruden, Stevens, Hore, Cairns, Flood, C. Murphy, D.JVlurphy (2), Eade, and J. Murphy.

Miss Hilda Johns, whose marriage will take place shortly, was the guest of honour at a "pantry" gift party given by the ladies' section of the Shirley Bowling.Club in the club's pavilion. Those present were Mesdames Johns, Bowden, Rountree, Rowlands, Bryant, Mewton, Turner, Ramsay, Dingle, Woods, Petrie, McCall, McCree, Norcliffe, Mcintosh, Frankland, Nicholas, Cameron, Hadley, Wass, Kington, Rundle, Rundle, jun., Graham, Morrison, Craze, Sugg, Hannam, Keen, Suckling, Bertram, Halliday, Shearman, Olliver, Misses Hilda Johns, Harper, B. Olliver, and G. Johns.

In honour of the approaching marriage of Miss Edith Jackman, Mr and Mrs R. Rundle (St. Albans) entertained a number of friends at their ..The time passed pleasantly with "flag 500" and music, and supper was served by the hostess; Miss Jackman received many useful gifts for her future home. . Prizes were won by Mr W. E. Stickings, Miss Ethel Thomas, and Mr R. Rundle. ~,■■•:, Amongst those present were Mr and Mrs R. Hight, Mr. and Mrs E. G. Cooper, Mr and Mrs A. J. Nicholas, Mr and Mrs H. J. Taylor, Mr and Mrs J. Sugg, Mr and Mrs H. J. Fyfe, Mr and Mrs C. Aldridge, Mr and Mrs J. Rundle, Misses Edith Jackman, Nell Jackman. Estelle Worthy, Gladys Fyfe, Colleen Nicholas. Lill Cookson, Ethel Thomas, Messrs R. Fyfe, L. Aldridge, D. Fyfe, Arthur Hight, A. Stapleton, E. B. R. Jackman, W. E; Stickings, and D. C. Pool.

Miss Kathleen Bishop, whose marriage will take place early this month, was entertained at a "kitchen" gift Earty given by her friends' at the ome of Mrs N. Z. Merrett, Neville street, Spreydon A pleasant time was spent in games and competitions, and afternoon tea was served ,on the lawn. Competitions were won by Mrs W. L. Hill, Misses yiolet Gray, and Bess Hosking. Those present included Mesdames N. Z; Merrett, R. Bushby, E. Taylor, T. Ruston. P. Hosking, G. Bushby, G. Hosking, N. Knight, D. Merrett, E. R. L. Knight, E. Richardson, W. L. Hill, W. Hamilton, Misses Kathleen Bishop, Bess Hosking, Thelma Merrett, Nan Ruston, Ruby Walker, Julie Brosnahan, Ivy Wilson, Elsie Houghton, Violet Gray, Connie Dennis, and Ann Merrett.

Miss Jea—lette King, whose marriage will take place this month, was the guest of honour at an enjoyable party given by Misses Alison and Beryl Gough at their home at Sumner. Each guest brought a gift for the kitchen of Miss King's future home. A competition was won by Miss King, and pianoforte solos were played by Miss Nola Hopkins. < The guests were Misses Jeannette King, Honor Plimmer, Ngaire Osborn, Jean Frizzell, Bertha Frizzell, Joan Corsbie Wray Corsbie, Williams (2), Avenal Holcombe, Rita Boot, Rona Rudkin, Nola*Hopkins, Molly Bankier, Phyllis Smith, and Gwen Andrews.

Mrs G. Tindall held a "pantry" gift party at her home at Spreydon to honour her sister, Miss Glover, whose .marriage will take place this month. Competitions were, won by Misses E. Satterthwaite, R. Mayfleld, Martha Smith, and Tiny Glover. Those present were Mesdames Street, J. Glover, D. Joseph, Misses T. Glover, Hazel Street, Gwen Greyson, M. Grant. R. Mayfleld, E. Satterthwaite, A. Grant, Molly Ewing, and Noeline McElroy. ,

BLENHEIM NEWS Mrs A. C. Nathan was hostess at an enjoyable bridge party at her home. "Eltham Lodge." The drawing-room was decorated with roses and irises, and teat was served in the hall, the table being decorated with a bowl of mixed flowers. Mrs Nathan wore a yellow crepe de chine frock. „ Those present wore Mesdames F. N. Dillon, G. K.. Stccker, L. Chaytor, A. J. Maclaine, W. T. Churchward, R. G. Scott, T. Maskcw. L. H. Clouston, J. H. Wadworth, de Castro, J. J. Corry, B. Clouston, A. E. Brockett, Colin Macdonald, C. O. T. Rutherford. Misses J. Anderson, Chapman (2), N. Macdonald, and M. Bell. Mrs A, Cornelius, who has been visiting Blenheim, has returned to Wellington. Mrs A. C. Fell is visiting Wellington.

Mrs M. B. Hope (The Turamil) is staying with Mrs A. A. Macnab, "The Barton." Miss W. Davies (Ngaio Downs) is the guest of Mrs E. W. Rose. • Mrs A. Matthews, who has been visiting Blenheim, has returned .to Hamilton. Mrs H. S. Houghton (Ngaruru), who, has been staying 'with Miss M. Bell; I has returned

FANCY DRESS FARADS A fancy dress parade for children was, held "at New Brighton on Saturday in the .street day appeal .and carnival arranged by the comrilitteer; of the ' Health' Stamp Campaign.

A' large number of children paraded before the judges, the Mayoress of New, Brighton L. Smith),.the Deputy-Mayoress (Mrs W. T. Glasgow), and Mrs"A PeveriuV : The prizes were presented by Ore member of Parliament for the' district (Mr D. G. Sullivan)' ,os follows: —Bost dressed girl,; Frances Watkins (Egyptian Princess) 1, Gvcba Douglas (Summer) '2. Best dressed boy: Pat Lilley (Gentleman .Crook) 1, Gavin Crew (Cowboy) 2. Most original dress, girl: Elaine Toombs (Sweotest Thing Here) 1, Leonora Hawker (Scarecrow) 2. Special prize: Joyce Kiesanowski (City Garden). Boy: Gerald Hardie (Help the Health Campaign) 1, Jobn> Shute (Swagger) 2. Best "poster, girl: Tottia Crawford (Bcath's Sam ; pies). Best- 'poster, boy: John Moir .(Boon's Bread). Cheapest dress, girl: Hhona Herrett (Paper Bag) 1, Shirley Smith (Littlo Jammy Face) 2. Boy: Billy Herrett (Potato to Front) 2. Special prizes: Betty Harron (Shamrock) and Clarence Williams (Jockey). Best decorated girl's bicycla: Billio Christonscn. Best decorated boy 8 bicycle: Ron Toombs. Best decorated pram: Glenwyth Watkins. Best decorated 'tricycle: Johnny and Frank, Palmer.

- The childron vresont in ' fancy dress included Greba Douglas (Summer), Shirley Brown (Fairy),/Shirley Hill (Gipsy), Bcvertcy Crew (Balloon Girl), Ngairo Adams (Patches), Gloria Thompson (Jester), Tui ntid Joy Dean (Old English), Alison Blewctt (Jasz Pierrette),- Dorothy Whyte (Egyptian Girl), Valeria' Chartres (Chinese), .Margaret O'Neil (Summer), Frances .Watkins (Bastera Princess), Sylvia Fowke (Elf), Betty Bach (Spanish Lady), Edith Floyd 1 (Moonlight and Roses), Juno Bergstrom (Dutch Girl), Gwyneth Luton (Sprite), Hoy Brown (Prince), Gavin Grew (Cowboy), Jock Leadley (Indian), John Kirby" (Soldier), Philip Kirbv (Dutch Boy), Pat Lllley (Gentleman Crook), Pauline Leathern (Doll), Lena Hawker (Scarecrow), Joyce Kiesanowski (Gardener), Joyce Tindall (Doll), Betty Harron (Miss Shamrock), Maureen Harron (Health Stamps), Margaret Haines (Nurse), Melva Larcombo (Doll in Box), Moya Churchill (Rose), Elaine Toombs (Sweetest Tiling Here), Joan Peters (Doll), Helen Carpenter (Rose Time), Joan Burtt (Sunshine for Health), Melva Herriek (Hiker), Peggy Moir (Brighton' Breezes), Lesley Jones (Early Victorian), Monica Oattermole (Danger Field (Health Camp), Jean Moir (Buy Within the Empire), Jolinriv Moir (Baker), Bronda Moir (Aspro and Lemon), Colin Woodward '(lce Cream), Alan Toombs (Baker), George Lindron (Bread Boy), Baden Watkins ■ (Edmonds' Custard Powder), May Herrett (Bed-time), Bona Hcrrett (Paper Bag), Shirley Smith (Little Jamniy Face), Ambrose Harrington (Indian), Jock Crawford (Maori), David Duncan (Back to Front). Charlie Herrett (Potato Bag). Betty Napper (Rod Roses), Paulino Leathern (I Walk and Talk), Wendy Gudge (Admiral Byrd), Martha Brimmer (Lavender Lady). Hilda Brimmer (Bridegroom), - Beverley Brimmer (Bride), Edna Hardy (Santa Clans). Joan Moir (Chinese), Peart Herrett (Bride), Jtf arjorie Cusnck (Bridegroom), ■ Mary Rogai (Powder Puff), Geprjrina Gray (Why Did I Kiss That Girl I), Peter Watson (Indian). Alan Doreen (Indian). Billy Leadley' (Minstrel), Ted Brown (Golliwog), Clarence HcKeown (Scarecrow), John ,Shuto (Tramp). Jack Hillerovo (Sailor), Gerald ,Hardf« (Health Samp), Joan Leadley ' (Poster).Ngaire Haines (Zenlandia). Wanda Kiesanowski ("Persil"). Theda Brading (Coffee), Rhona Williams (Poster), Lorna Moir (Cigarettes), Tottie Crawford (Samples). Leonard Smith ( Granosc), Denis Moir. (Repairs), Keith Brading. (Poster), Nola, Bos-" sitcr (Ice Cream), Ron Thompson (Cowboy), Eric Burtt (Aviator), Andrew Herrett (Won't You Buy My Pretty Flowers), Glenwyth Watkins (Early Victorian), Betty Moir (Wash Day). Frank and John Palmer, and Clarence Williams (Jockey).

LINWOOD TENNIS CLUB The monthly dance held in the pavilion of the Linwood Tennis Club, Stanmore road, proved very enjoyable, and a large number of members and their friends danced to the music supplied by Minson's Fantail Orchestra. | Members of the social committee of; the club who were responsible for the arrangements included Mesdames S. lies, W. Clinton, Misses C. Dickson and L. Wright. A demonstration dance given by Miss Sybil Griffiths and Mr L. West was much appreciated. Amongst those present were Mesdames J. Wilson, D. Clinton, C. Sprosnan. Cramp, T. Carson, Misses L. Wright, R. Dickson, B, Donovan, N. Corry, R. Newman, K. Reddington, E. Edwards, B. Christie, E. Jowsey, B. Brooks, J. O'Neil, B. Lindsay, A. Woodley, Audrey Hunter, Mollie McTamney, Joyce Sladen, D. Lampitt, M. Rhodes, Lou Cameron, M. r WatchweU, R. Cumberwell, M. Gottermeyer, M. Thompson, S. Griffths, P. Valiant, M, Gill, N. Fdrsyth, Messrs H. Rule, F. Barraclough, F. Baron, M. Sharman, A. G. Booth, C. Sprosnan, E. Shennan, J. Wilson,, W. R. Binns, F. L. Rees, F. C. Binns, J. Hunter,, E. Appleyard, R. Walters, H. R. Escott, A. C. Arnesen, H. Smith, O'Malley, L. Smith, S. E. Evans,. L. CharwelL R. Simes, H. Horsfall, J. Langrish, A. Donaldson, R. Curhberpatch, J. Adams, L. West, -J. Gleason, L. E. AspelL J. Cameron, M. McHeron, and Graham Dickson.

COMING-OF-AGE PARTY Mr and "Mrs W. R. Stephens entertained a number of friends at the Beckenham Bowling Club's, pavilion to celebrate the coming-of-age of their daughter Gwen. Humorous recitations given by Miss Ivy Brown, and demonstrations of Operatic and tap dancing by Miss Daphne Stone, were enjoyed. Winners of competitions were Miss Lorna Staveley, Miss Elvina Stephens, and Mr G. Palmer, Miss Rita Pearce and Mr P. Coote, Miss Lorna Staveley and Mr A. Pullan. Mr Norman H. Tulley was master of ceremonies, and music was supplied by Mr R. Ferguson.

Those present were Mr and Mrs W. R. Stephens, Mr and Mrs A. H. Rickard, Mr and Mrs F. G. Anderson, Mr and Mrs H. Boniface, Mr and Mrs W. R. Melhuish, Mesdames K, Mitten, A. Shanks, Stone, L. McClelland, Misses Gwen Stephens, A. Bell, I. Corey, E. Hughes, M. Nelson. M. Sterling, E. Kearns, Nellie Kirkwood, Mona Melhuish, Ivy Brown, Pearl Philpot, Ngati Mete, Joan, Lorna, and Edna Staveley, R. Holmes, Elvina Stephens, Kate Radcliffe, Edith Opie, Rhondda Coveney, Francis Porter, Edith Parsons, Evelyn Coote, Marjorie Anderson, Grace Heslop, Joan Stephens, Beryi Fellowes, Lorna Stephens, Daphne Stone, Rene Williams, Merle Randall, Jean Tulley, Joan Boniface, Noeline Harper, Joan Clements, Alma Bellman, Rita Pearce, Myrtle Hocking, Bee McCaughern, Jean Murton, Messrs W. Dobbs, E. Shennan, J. Benton, R. Anker, E. Robertson, G. O. Perrott, A. N. Dobbs, C. Moulin, A. Massey, ,L. Evans, G. Loudon, B. Cook, P. Coote, B. Reid, H. Boniface, P. Mahar, .N. Walsh, A. Bell (Timaru), W. Hadlee, .R. Duckmanton, G. Palmer, N. Tulley. R. ' Chaston, A. Anderson, R. Pearce, B. Murton, E. Hocking, and A. Pullan.

VISITORS TO CHRISTCHURCH Coker's Hotel: Mr and Mrs H. Parcelle Gisborne), Mr and Mrs W. A. Elliott (Wellington). United Service Hotel: Mrs J. W. Smith, Miss Daphne Smith, Miss Coral Smith i (Invercargill), Miss A. R. Campbell (Glasgow), and Dr. and Mrs B. Fitzgerald (Oamaru). New City Hotel: Mr- and Mrs R. G. Macihtyre (Timaru), Mrs P. L. Miller (Napier), Miss P. Williams (Gisborne), Miss T. Sutherland (Dunedin). Stonehurst Private Hotel: Mr and Mrs J. Dougal. Mr J. H. Nightingall • (Wellington), Mrs I. Clulow (Christchurch). Mr F. H. Hulbert (Auckland), Miss E. W. Rodgers, and Mr and Mrs A. B. Matthews (Hamilton). Hotel Federal: Mr and Mrs J. Stenhouse (Waitaki), Dr. and Mrs Carrington Mail (Geraldine), and Mrs Simpson Hill (Sydney).

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