News For Women

Press, Volume LXXI, Issue 21648, 5 December 1935, Page 2

News For Women

CURRENT NOTES Mrs E. Scotland and Miss Scotland (Wellington) were visitors to Christ church for the Aitken-Green wedding. Mrs J. C. Holmes gratefully acknowledges the following donations for November for the Templeton Farm School for Disabled Children: His Lordship's Hotel 10 s, Clarendon Hotel Is 6d, and Masonic Hotel Is. Miss D. Heather and Miss E. McCormick (Auckland) were amongst the visitors from the North Island who came to Christchurch yesterday for the Aitken-Green wedding. Mr and Mrs G. H. Mayer, and the Misses Marion and Joyce Mayer (Wellington) are the guests of Mr and Mrs C. L. Green, Watford street. Mrs C. H. Wagstaff (Rossall street) and her sister, Miss A. C. Spence, are spending a holiday at The Lodge, Hanmer Springs. Mr V. S. Jarrett and Mr and Mrs Dwiar (Christchurch) were recent visitors to The Chateau, Tongariro. Miss M. Ellyett (Murray Place) will leave Christchurch this week to spend a holiday with Mrs R. J. Le Cren, West Coast. Mrs A. Stocker (Spotswood) is the guest of her sister, Mrs F. W. BickneU. (Cashmere Hills). Mrs Laurie Wilson (Cashmere Hills), who has been on a visit to England, is expected to return to Christchurch early next week. Mrs W. H. Blundell (Te Kuiti) is visiting Christchurch, and is the guest of her sister, Mrs R. W. Morrow, Holmwood road. Mrs Howard James and Miss Lesley James (Carlton Mill road) will return to-day from a trip to England. Mrs Giles (Wellington) is visiting her aunt and brother, Miss Daly and Mr Daly, Carlton Mill road, Merivale. Mr and Mrs W. J. Aitken (Kereone, Morrinsville), who were visitors to Christchurch for the AitkenGreen wedding, will return home today. The engagement is announced of Ruth Alice, second daughter of the late Mrs Williams, and of Mr H. J. Williams (Somerfield), to Charles Sneddon, youngest son of the late Mr and Mrs James White, West Coast. SMARTER CANVAS SHOES. Don't get the idea that Canvas street shoes are not smart! . . . just take a look in our windows at these lovely White Canvas Ankle Bar and Court Shoes . . . only 8s lid at Robinson's in High street (opposite High street Post Office). —1 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 be quickly cured and the ugly phlegm "cut" away if you take TAVENER'S "PLUS 4" Cough, Cold, and Influenza Mixture, 2s 6d and 4s 6d, at all Grocers- Chemists, and Storekeepers. —1 HAIR RESPONDS TO SPECIALISED CARE. Keep your hair youthful—fresh, attractive, healthy. Consult Mrs Cameron Smith for information, advice, and all hair treatments. Mrs Smith gained specialised knowledge in France under Gaston Bouddu, the foremost French hair expert Call at the Pharmacy, E. Cameron Smith, Ltd., Cathedral square. -—6

TAKING NO CHANGES. Don't take chances with your hair while on holiday and be disappointed. Before going away 'phone 41-042 for an appointment and let The Annette Toilet Salon give you a beautiful Eugene Permanent Wave—soft, natural, becoming. 277 A High street (upstairs). —2 FIGURE FASCINATION. To look your best it is essential not only to retain but to portray your good proportions in perfect fitting garments. Goodmans are renowned for perfect fit and balance in Coats, Costumes, and Frocks, and yet at very reasonable cost. Remember we are the actual manufacturers selling direct We welcome all old customers at cur new address, 644 Colombo street (5 doors past Mason, Siruthers), and will be pleased to add to the multitude of Canterbury womenfolk, who for years have recognised our values and return again and again. We stock all odd sizes, no matter how awkward. Note: Goodman's new address, 644 Colombo street, 5 doors past Mason, Struthers. —6 ST. ANNE'S HOME Yesterday morning, a large number of visitors accepted the invitation extended by Sister Catherine and the staff of St. Anne's Home, Papanui road, to inspect the home, and to see the display of beautiful needlework done by the girls. This hand-work, which is supervised by Sister Catherine, who is an authority on fine needlework and ecclesiastical embroidery, is one of the most outstanding displays of its kind held in Christchurch each year, and the carefully finished work includes sets of dinner table mats in original designs, embroidered handkerchiefs, sachets, tray cloths, organdie throwovers, knitting, crochet, and handbags and firescreens in tapestry work. Several of the girls were in charge of the sales tables where needlework and marmalade jam were sold to assist the girls' recreational fund. A number of supporters assisted in serving morning tea, tables and chairs being arranged on the lawns in the shade of the trees. The gardens, bright with lupins, roses, and rhodendrons were much admired by the visitors, many of whom brought Christmas gifts for the girls. CROCKFORD'S CLUB Prepared hands were played at the ciub on Tuesday night. With each hand was sent round a travelling score with the correct solution to be looked at after the hand was played. The results were afterwards marked with points for correct bidding and play. The players who did best were as follows: North and South—Mrs E. Crawshaw s and Mrs F. Moginie with 94 points 1; Mr and Mrs R. Law, 74 points, 2; Mrs H. "Wauchop and Mr P. Agar, 7 points 3. East and West—Miss V. Sapsford and Mr H. P. V. Brown, 10 points 1; Mrs A. Cook and Mr A. Hunnibell, 7J points, 2; Mrs G. Morgan and Miss H. Loughnan, and Mrs N. Laver and Mrs A. S. ; Geddes, % points equal, 3»

The Lady Editor will be pleased to receive for pmbUeatltHi in "News for Women 1 * Items of social or personal news. Such Items should be tally authenticated, and engagement notices mast bear the signatures of both parties. Correspondence is invited m. aay matters affecting, or of Interest to. women.

QUEEN'S CLUB AFTERNOON PARTY Beautiful roses and large bowls of lupins and pink and ,red peonies were used for decoration at the Queen's Club yesterday afternoon, when a very enjoyable party was held. The president, Mrs J. F. Studholme, who returned this week from a visit to Britain, was warmly welcomed by the members, and was presented with a posy of mixed flowers by Mrs John Stevenson, who has been acting-presi-dent of the club during Mrs Studholme's absence. Amongst those present were several other members who have recently returned from overseas, and some country members who spent a happy afternoon greeting friends, playing bridge, and enjoying a film which was shown after tea. Those present were Sirs J. F. Studholme, Mrs John Stevenson, Mrs Deans, Mrs John Anderson, Miss D. Anderson, Mrs H. D. Acland, Mrs Jack Anderson, Mrs F. A. Ardagh, Mrs L. A. Bennett, Mrs R. Beals, Mrs F. W. Eicknell, Mrs W. H. Blundell (Te Kuiti), Mrs M. Bethell, Mrs C. Beadel, Miss Bromley Cocks, Miss M. Cocks, Mrs T. Cowlishaw, Mrs W. H. Clark, Mrs T. L. Crooke, Mrs F. Courage, Mrs A. K. Firth, Mrs Roderick Anderson, Mrs Gerald Westenra, Mrs Gordon Fulton, Mrs M. H. Godby, Mrs Heathcote Gray, Mrs F. E. Graham, Mrs Hunter-Blair, Miss P. Harley, Mrs J. D. Hall. Miss A. Ironside, Dr. Jessie Scott, Mrs H. Kitson, Mrs H. S. Lawrence, Mrs H. G. Livingstone, Mrs R. W. Morrow. Mrs W. J. Moore and Miss D. Moore, Mrs Donald McLean, Mrs Guy Pascoe, Mrs John Grigg, Mrs E. T. Reece, Mrs Guy Ronalds, Mrs A. Stocker (Spotswood), Mrs W. G. Scannell, Sirs J. Turnbull. Mrs R. D. Thomas, Miss Hilda Williams, Mrs T. Y. Wardrbp, Mrs J. A. S. Wait, Miss E. Wilson, Miss L. Wilson, Mrs Philip Hume, Miss Gwen Fleming, Miss R. Winter. Miss V. Hynes, Mrs W. F. Paterson, Mrs R. E. McDougall, Mrs J. F. Buchanan, Mrs C. C. Davis, Mrs Douglas Deans MEDICAL MISSIONARY Dr. Nola Ivory, who arrived in Wellington by the Marama, has returned home on furlough after spending four years in East Bengal as a member of the staff of the New Zealand Baptist Missionary Society. Dr. Ivory is .the daughter of Mr H. Ivory, of Wellington. She was the first woman doctor to go to India from the New Zealand

Baptist Church, and she has charge of a hospital of 21 beds in three wards, eight cots in a nursery ward, and two beds in a small midwifery ward. This hospital was established by Dr. C. North (Dunedin) in 1901, and was used as a general hospital for men and women until Dr. Ivory arrived in Bengal, when it was converted into a hospital for the treatment of women and children only. Thousands of patients from near and distant villages are treated there each year. After a year's furlough, Dr. Ivory will return to India to resume her duties. "QUEEN OF THE SEASONS" CONTEST WOOLSTON METHODIST TENNIS CLUB Some time ago the members and supporters of the Woolston Methodist Tennis Club arranged a "Queen of the Seasons" contest, to raise money to pay off the debt on their courts. Last night the contest culminated with the crowning of the successful queen—Miss Meg King, queen of autumn. The coronation ceremonies were held in the Woolston Oddfellows' Hall, and were preceded by a programme of concert items. There was a large attendance. The first part of the programme, which was arranged by Mrs M. Cochrane, was as follows:—Recitation, Miss Rhona Hill; vocal solo, Mrs W. G. Wright; recitation. Miss Betty Burt; vocal solo, Mr Bithell; dance duo, Misses L. Taylor and J. Harper; vocal solo, Miss E. Jackson; recitation, Miss R. Hill; vocal solo, Mr G. Macann. The coronation ceremony was performed by the queen of the year, Miss M. McAllister, who was attended by Misses Jean and Eileen Harvey as maids, and Lawrence Newton and Ray Spicer as pages. Miss King, the successful queen, was attended by Misses Doris Carter and Yvonne Harris as maids, and Ray Calvert and Allan Newton as pages. The lord high chancellor was Mr D. McHarg; the herald, Mr H. Blackburn; Father Time, Mr W. McHarg; and the trumpeters, Messrs J. Ellison and W. Falkingham. Mrs W. Melhuish was the pianist The other queens were Miss D. Taylor (Sumner), Miss I. Phiipott iwinter), and Miss K. Radcliffe (spring). BRIGHTON JOY CLUB Members of the Brighton Joy Club gathered for their weekly social at the home of Mrs E. Martin, Palmers road. A novelty competition for the best article made from one yard of print was judged, and resulted as follows: Mrs T. R. Taylor 1, Mrs C. Whitley 2, Mrs H. Benson h c. Progressive "500" was played, the winner being Miss M. Wright. Mrs G. Beauchamp won a competition. Final arrangements were made for the sale of work made by members of the club for competitions during the year. It was agreed to give assistance to two members affected by sickness. It was announced that the next social would be held at the home of Mrs F. J. Bromley, River road, on Tuesday evening.

COLUMBA COLLEGE

OLD GIRLS' ASSOCIATION The Christchurch branch of the Columba College (Dunedin) Old Girls' Association hold various entertainments during the year to keep members in touch with one another, the final function for this year being a luncheon party held yesterday in Ballantynes tea rooms. The college colours, blue and gold, were used for the floral decorations on the tables. Amongst those present were Mesdames Guy Beadel, Lance Jewell, W. A. C. McDonald, Eric Watkins. L. R. R. Denny, Eric Trist, Lance Stevens, D. S. Dodds, E. J. Moon, L. R. Webley, D. Lill, Haddin Barr, McCurdy, H. H. Barnett (Napier), W. S. Allan, Misses Noeline Benjamin, Margaret Whetter, Molly Taylor, Freda White, Nola Edmonds, Marion McCrostie, Joyce Austin, Betty Murdoch (Ashburton), May Campbell, Elaine Wickenden, Marjorie Sharp, Belle Muirhead (Ashburton), Jean Mowat, Mollie Walker, Alma Smith, Mary Taylor, Ruth Miller, Betty Scott, Nancy Hurrell, Dorothy Hurrell, Margaret Blackwell, Phyllis Rainey, Gwen Boon, Betty Chamberlain, and Enid Orr. PIONEERS HONOURED

A large number of residents gathered at the Springbrook School to say good-bye to Mr and Mrs Martin Sullivan, who are leaving the district to live in retirement in Timaru. The time was spent in dancing, music being supplied by Miss Carrie Smallridge, Messrs Matthews and E. Sinclair. Mr L. Allen was master of ceremonies. After supper, Mr W. A. Schmelz (chairman), on behalf of the residents of the district, expressed regret at the departure of the pioneer guests who have lived in the district during the last 53 years. Mr Schmelz apologised for the absence of Mrs Sullivan, who was unable to be present. Mr J. Stowell spoke of the high esteem in which Mr and Mrs Sullivan were held, and said that during their half-cen-tury of residence, their home had been open to all. Mr Cloake expressed regret at the departure of the pioneers, and Miss B. Movie and Mr H. Arden also spoke. Mr R. Williams, on behalf of the residents, asked Mr Sullivan to accept a walking-stick and two pipes, and also a travelling rug lor Mrs Sullivan. Songs, sung by Mrs Arden, were greatly appreciated. Among those present were Mr and Mrs W. Schmelz, Mr and Mrs W. Emery. Mr and Mrs H. Cloake, Mr and Mrs A, Hastie, Mr and Mrs J. Fielding, Mr and Mrs J. Winchester, Mr and Mrs J. Drinnan. Mr and Mrs H. Emslie, Mr and Mrs H. Underhill, Mr and Mrs A. Craig, Mr and Mrs J. Baird, Mr and Mrs H. Arden, Mesdames A. O'Loughlin, Cook, Scannell, S. Winchester. J. Allen, J. Johnston, Thorns, C. Hall. Kane, Misses Myra Cloake, Marie Schmelz, Minnie Rouse, Bessie Moyle, Alma Preston, Hazel Wilkie, P. Midgley, Maureen Emery, Jean Milliken, Jean Robb. Margaret Milliken, Winnie Arden, K. O'Loughlin, Jessie Fielding, Mary Scannell, D. O'Loughlin, M. Winchester, Nellie Scannell, M. Wright, Ngaire Allen, Hazel Lange, Agnes Scannell, Rene Cook, Hazel Coupland, Katie Topp, Dorothy Wilkie, Muriel Wilkie. Esther Arden, Agnes Foley, A. Arden, Carrie Smallridge, Jean Kinross, Gwen Hillary, Ivy Kinross, Marion Wilkie, Phyllis Hastie, Nell Slattery, Dollie Hartnett, Nellie Hartnett. Dorothy O'Loughlin, Kathleen Bishop, Messrs H. Milliken, P. Scannell, E. Trott, C. Scannell, J. Allen, B. Scannell, J. Stowell, T. Scannell, A. Wilkie, P. Preston, H. Cloake. J. Scott, G. Scott, J. Foley, J. Newbegin, R. B. Williams. J. White, J. Rouse, S. Rogers, W. Smallridge, W. Rouse, R. Thompson, A. Bishop, A. Thompson, W. Smith, E. Bishop, E. Cosgrove, W. Davey, W. Hartnett, S. Sauer, J. Milliken, H. L. Thoroughgood, R. Russell, R. Pye. H. Cloake. J. Hore, T. Hughes. A. Vincent, E. Rogers, and W. Milliken. I'OST-WEDDING DANCE ~ To celebrate the marriage of their daughter Dorothy, to Mr A. J. Aitken (Morrinsville), Mr and Mrs C. L. Green (.Watford street; entertained a number of friends at a dance held in the Automobile Association's rooms, Worcester street, last night. Music was supplied by Fritz Seymour's orchestra. Amongst those present were Mr and Mrs W. J. Aitken, Mr and Mrs A. J. Aitken, Mr and Mrs G. H. Mayer (■Wellington), Mr and Mrs McCracken, Mr and Mrs Price, Mr and Mrs S. Jameson, Mr and Mrs Stapp, Mr and Mrs Russell, Mr and Mrs Steene, Mr and Mrs Symes, Mr and Mrs Ring, Mr and Mrs F. D. Sargent, Mr and Mrs Murray Smith, Mr and Mrs Wade, Mr and Mrs E. Scotland (Wellington), Mr and Mrs Bassett, Mr and Mrs G. Cowper, Mr and Mrs Furby. Mr and Mrs G. Cameron, Mr and Mrs Hurst, Mr and Mrs J. Hudson, Mr and Mrs Hammett, Mr and Mrs Milne, Mr and Mrs P. Halligan, Mr and Mrs Nicholls, Mr and Mrs Wright, Mr and Mrs Gudgeon, Mr and Mrs Kennett, Mr and Mrs Moginie, Mr and Mrs Templer, Mr and Mrs Thompson, Mr and Mrs Whyte, Mr and Mrs Edridge, Mr and Mrs Pickering, Mr and Mrs Morris, Mr and Mrs Hurst, Mesdames Baxter, Cropp, Morgan, P. Wilson, Crawshaw, J. F. Green, Bethune. Heaps, Misses Pamela Rawnsley, N. Thomson, Laura and Marion Baxter. MacCormick, McCracken, Beth and Nancy Green, Marion and Joyce Maher (Wellington), E. Price, Jameson, D. Read, N. and D. Russell, T. Scotland, S. Wright, T. Wright, J. Shand, A. Chamberlain, M. Webley. G. Clarke, Marjorie Tingey, Nancy Frater, J. Galvin, Kathleen McNamara, N. Corby, J. Baird. R. Woodward, D. Heather, Hilary Sargent, N. Sandford, K. Bell, J. Coussens, A. Jones, S. Lindsay, N. McDougall, N. Menzies, B. Smith, S. Smith, Gwynneth Talbot, Mary Talbot, Pat WauchoD. Grose, B. Harrison, S. James, J. Chester, J. Drake. A. Thompson, Joyce Cooper, Barbara McKillop, Elaine Perry, J. Harrison, B. Andrews, R. Morgan. Messrs C. W. Price. J. W. Rolleston, D. H. Symes, A. C. Wright, G. W. Green, P. M. Talbot, C. A. Slee, Bain, Bassett, E. Read, G. Wade, W. Price, T. Dawson, J. Coop, R. J. Allen, P. D. Shea, R. N. Milne, A. H. Harding, L. R. Hewitt, D. H. Symes, R. and T. Morten, L. Milne, M. O'Brien, M. Pearson, J. Seabrook, P. Byrne, E. Cameron, M. D. Clarkson, G. Cooper, C. Cunningham, J. Drew, S. I\irby, J. Fogarty, F. Hall, A. Mcßae, J. March. F. Price, B. Quirk, G. Simpson. J. Shacfelock, B. Thompson, J. Todd, B. VPashbourne, R. Freva, J. Harrison, H. McElrov, M. Biggs, Williams (3), C. Pearson, P. Jamieson, H. Bradley, J. Templer. D. and K. Smith, J. Harley, and E. Thomson.

VISITORS TO CHRISTCHURCH Warner's Hotel: Mr and Mrs Scothand, and Miss Scothand (Wellington), Mr and Mrs A. W. Gray (Geelong, Victoria'!. New City Hotel: Mrs Hollands (Wellington), Miss E, A. Sinclair (\yanganui), Miss E. Roberts (Napier). Coker's Hotel: Mr and Mrs G. Blyth (Auckland), Mr and Mrs E. T. Burns (Picton),

WEDDINGS

AITKEN—GREEN Last night, at St. Mary's Church, Merivale, the wedding was celebrated of Dorothy Mary, youngest daughter of Mr and Mrs C. L. Green, Watford street, to Arthur James, younger son of air and Mrs W. J. Aitken, Kereone, Morrinsville. Canon Staples Hamilton performed the ceremony, and Mr A. Worsley was the organist Pink lupins, roses, and Iceland poppies had been arranged with Japanese maples in the church, and made an effective background for the frocks worn by the bride and her attendants. . Mr Green escorted his daughter, who wore a frock of magnolia chiffon velvet, the high neckline of the bodice being slightly cowled in front and fastened at the back with a silver buckle to match the clasp of the velvet sash, which was arranged to give a pointed yoke effect in front of the waist The fullness of the long sleeves was caught at the elbows into tight fitting cuffs, which were fastened with small crystal buttons striped with silver, and the long oval train, formed by the skirt, showed beneath her cream tinted veil of cut tulle. The veil, which was worn over the face, as the bride entered the church, was held to the head with a silver coi'onet trimmed with orange blossoms and buds, and she carried a sheaf of Christmas lilies. The bridesmaids were Miss Nancy Green (chief) and Miss Beth Green, the bride's sisters, and the Misses Marion and Joyce 'Mayer (Wellington). Their frock were of orchid pink chiffon mounted on taffeta, fullness being given to the skirts by deep inset godets of matching tulle. The V necklines were edged with silver leaves and velvet flowers in a deeper shade of pink, and the little shoulder sleeves were slightly puffed. They wore also pink lace mittens, and silver girdles at the waistlines matched their halo head-dresses of silver leaves. Paul Scarlet roses in a deeper shade of pink than their frocks were arranged in their sheaves. Mr C. W. Price was best man, and Messrs J. W. Rolleston, D. H. Symes, and A. C. Wright were groomsmen. Mr G. W. Green, the bride's brother, and Messrs P. M. Talbot and C. A. Slee acted as ushers. After the ceremony the guests adjourned to the Automobile Association's Rooms*, Worcester street, where a reception was held. Mrs Green received the guests, wearing a handsome frock of black ninon patterned in floral design in blue, green and petunia tonings, the long full sleeves showing beneath the fur-trimmed bell sleeves of her black ninon coat. Her hat of black straw and taffeta was relieved with blue and pink flowers, and she carried orange shaded gerberas and tritonias. Mrs Aitken wore a cape frock of grey silk crepe trimmed with touches of green, and a wide-brimmed hat of green straw. She carried a bouquet of red roses. For travelling the bride wore a frock and knee-length cape of beige Bedford cord, the square-necked neckline and pockets of the frock being trimmed with large brown buttons to match her halo hat of brown felt, and clusters of brown flowers gave a finishing touch to neckline of the cape in front Mr and Mrs A. J. Aitken will make their home at Morrinsville.

GIBBS—KEITH (SPECIAL TO THE PRESS.) NELSON, December 4. Dr. and Mrs Hamilton Gibbs left Nelson late yesterday afternoon by aeroplane for Wellington, their marriage having taken place earlier in the afternoon. The bride was Miss Beatrice Alisa Neill ("Trixie") Keith, daughter of Dr. J. N. Keith and Mrs Keith, of "Blair Athol," Wakapuaka, and the bridegroom is the only son of Dr. S. A. Gibbs and Mrs Gibbs, Hardy street. Nelson. The bride was a prominent member of the Nelson Repertory Club and of the Nelson Operatic Society. After six years' study of medicine in Scotland, Dr. Gibbs has Deen spending a holiday with his parents in Nelson, and during the last few months has taken part in a number of provincial golf championships in various parts of the Dominion. The bride and bridegroom will leave Auckland for England next Friday. A 5 o'clock party was held at the home of the bridegroom's parents in Hardy street Among the guests were Dr. and Mrs Keith, Dr. and Mrs Campbell-Smith, Dr. and Mrs Williams, Dr. Lorimer, Mrs Percy Adams, Mrs Washbourn, Mr and Mrs J. Adams, Mrs Barr. Mrs Moncrieff, Mrs Castleberg, Professor and Mrs Easterfield, Mr and Mrs Richmond Fell, Mr and Mrs C. H. Broad, Mr and Mrs Richmond Fell, jun., Mr and Mrs Robison, Mr and Mrs Wiggins, Mr and Mrs Hugh Leggatt, Mr and Mrs Evan Leggatt, Mr and Mrs Ashlev, Mr and Mrs R. Beattie, Mr and Mrs Roger Hunt, Mrs R. H. Davies, Mr and Mrs Vernon Rout, Mrs Lowe, Mr William Rogers, Mr Izard, Mr and Mrs R. Stedman, Misses Gibbs, Miss L Lucas, Miss B. Mabin, Miss M. Macfarlane. Misses Clark, Miss K. Johnston, Miss G. Hoby, Miss P. Childs, Miss M. Carmichael, and Miss Jamieson.

dance at leithfield A fancy dress dance was held at Leithfield in aid of the school's prize fund. Music was supplied by Miss Fitzpatrick. and extras were played by Miss Molly Ashworth (piano) and Pipers C. C. Reid and W. Craig. The duties of masters of ceremonies were carried out by Miss F. King and Mr W. Russell. Prizes were won as follows: —Adult section: Mr and Mrs Stockdill (Darby and Joan). Children: Eileen Johnstone (Pierrette), Pat Jamieson (Chocolate), Peggy Palmer (Grandma), Elsa Stace (Powder Puff>, Graeme Stockdill (Student), Jack Sarich (Nugget), Dennis Maindonald (Grandpa). Others present were Misses Sarich (Russian Peasant), F. King (Sailor). Flora McLean (Japanese Lady), Helen Frame (Early Victorian), Edith Ashworth (Dutch Girl), Lorna Reid (New Zealand, Land of the Free), Tup Ashworth (Chinese Girl), Dorothy James ("The Press"), June Jamieson (Military Girl), Betty Chivas (Sunflower), Helen Frame (Thistle), Dulcie James (Pack of Cards), Marie Coffey (Parcel), Coleen Coffey (Edmond's Baking Powder), June Palmer (Folly), Robin Stockdill (Red Riding Hood). McLean Sisters (Princes in the Tower), George James (Jockey), Angas Reid (Baker), Lester James (Indian), Louis Palmer (Butcher), Barry Reid (Highlander) Martin Coffey (Clown). Kelvin Stace (Soldier), Murray Stockdill (Spanish Boy), lan McLean (Jockey), J. Taylor (Father Christmas), Mr and Mrs W. Dermott, Mr and Mrs Russell, Mr and Mrs F. James, Mr and Mrs H. James, Mr H. James, sen., Mr and Mrs Johnstone, Mr and Mrs C. C. Reid, Mr and Mrs Trail, Mrs Kowai McLean, Mr and Mrs A. Orchard, Mr and Mrs Frame, Mrs Taylor. Mrs Coffey, Mr and Mrs Chivas, Mr and Mrs Parker, Mr and Mrs D. Wilson, Mr a id Mrs Moxham, Mrs Weir, Mrs Jamieson, Mr and Mrs Shearman, Mrs Stace, Mrs Dinneen, Misses Belle Dron, M. Hendren, Molly Ashworth, M. Johnstone, M. Sullivan, Jean Jamieson, P. Fletcher, P. James. P. Boyce. Lucy Kidd, Messrs H. May, W. Craig, A. Gray, G. Fletcher, R. James, F. Kidd, A. Jamieson, P. Croft, H. Aplin, J. W. Sarich, Nicholson, N. Kelcher, H. Rhodes, R. Criglington, Vallance, Hollinson (2), Pawsey (2), Hanna, and Feathery.

The opening dance of the series of summer dances, under the auspices of the. North Beach Surf Club, held in the Memorial Hall, drew a record attendance, and was a great success socially and financially. The second in the series will be held in the Worth Beach Hall on Saturday evening, and will take the form of a summer garden dance. The committee is majting provision for another large attendance The music will be played by Percy Butler and his Serenaderp.

TIMARU NEWS

SOCIAL AND PERSONAL Mrs W. H. Walton and Miss Dorothy Walton (Park lane), who have been visiting England and the Continent, have returned home. Miss Betty Armstrong, who was the guest of Miss Dora Shirtcliff (Highfield), has returned to Christchurch. - Mrs Donald Burnett and Miss Marawell Burnett (Akatarawa, Kurow) are spending a few days at their house in Wai-iti road. Miss Edith Wilkin (Dunedin) is: staying at "Cadogan," Sefton street, j Mr and Mrs C. W. F. Hamilton (Irishman Creek), who have been visiting Timaru, have returned home. Mrs C. A. Paterson (Sefton street), who has been for a visit to her daughter, Mrs Riley (Timaru Creek, Hawera), is expected home to-day. Mrs J. O. Amyes (Christchurch) and Miss Tui White-Parsons (Napier) are the guests of Mrs W. Palmer (Wai-iti road). Mrs Mitchell, who is staying with her mother, Mrs Hamilton ("Ashwick," Fair lie), will leave to-morrow on her return to Vancouver. Mr and Mrs Edward Elworthy, who have been visiting Otago Central, arrived yesterday to visit Mrs T. R. Rhodes (Hadlow Grange), before returning to Four Peaks. MR SULLIVAN TO BE ENTERTAINED Mr D. G. Sullivan's first social engagement as the re-elected member for Avon, is, fittingly, the social and dance accorded in his honour by the city section of his election campaign committee and workers. This dance has been postponed till Saturday, December 7, and is being held in the Canberra Hall, Linwood, at 8 p.m. The combined Brighton committee and workers will do honour separately—at a later date.