ST MARGARET'S COLLEGE

Press, Volume LXXI, Issue 21653, 11 December 1935, Page 2

ST MARGARET'S COLLEGE

DISPLAY OF HANDWORK Teachers as well as parents are often surprised by the excellent work done oy pupils who have developed their talents in'their leisure moments, for although many may excel’at scholarship there are others who find pleasure and an avenue ior self-expression in hand craft of various kinds. A display of school work gives students of both classes an opportunity to show what excellent work they can do. - Last night, a large number of visitors accepted the invitation of Mrs C. L. Young and the staff and pupils of St. Margaret’s College to attend the annual display of handwork, and many others who were unable to be present will be given an opportunity to see the display to-day from 8.30 to 10.30 a.m. An added attraction last night was a short play presented in the gymnasium by members of the Senior Dramatic Club under the direction of Mrs Bernard Beeby. Great interest was taken in the room, which the girls had furnished with their own handwork. The carpentry class had contributed bookcases, occasional tables, upholstered seats, boot boxes, dressing tables, a wardrobe, a window seat, a table and bookcase combined, a dinner waggon, and a cake stand. Lampshades, pictures, vases, mats, curtains, cushions, and seagrass stools helped to give a finished appearance to the room, and the flowers used in the decorative scheme had been arranged by the girls. Several articles on the hobbies table had an almost professional finish. Smocked and embroidered blouses, a reading lamp, an attractive girdle made from cellophane paper, a book of sketches, and posters were amongst the exhibits.

Garments which pupils had designed, cut out, and made themselves, under supervision, were shown together with the girls’ notebooks, and peasant and Richelieu embroidery had been used lor several original designs on linen, one of the outstanding exhibits being a white linen chapel cloth beautifully embroidered. The “art gallery” received much favourable comment by visitors, the lino cuts, printing, paintings, and posters from the various classes bding of a high standard. Downstairs, the children of the kindergarten and primary standards had their special display. The rudiments of knitting and embroidery had been mastered by the smallest girls, and as much of the embroidery is destined for Christmas gifts, great care had been taken to keep the work neat and clean. Original designs had been employed in the marquetry work, the colouring and polishing being very good for such young pupils. Raffia work, paper folding, toys made from waste material, paper cutting, boxes made from painted eggshells, papier mache, and attractive vases were amongst the things which the children had arranged for exhibition. A bouquet of flowers was presented to Mrs Beeby in appreciation of her work for the Drama Club. Members of the club who presented the play during the evening were Misses Norah Freeman, Mary Norris, Alison Parr, Marjory Field, Rona Wear, Ailsa Crompton, and Noeline Vale.

CHRISTMAS PARTIES

This week “Father Christmas” is paying a round of visits to the seven kindergartens controlled by the Christchurch Free Kindergarten Association. and the small pupils of the Linwood kindergarten were amongst the first to welcome him at their Christmas party held yesterday afternoon. From] the gaily decorated tree, he took a gift for each pupil, and members of the parents’ anu local committes also received gifts from mysterious packages in charge of the director and staff.

In welcoming the visitors, Miss H. Hull (principal) stated that the association hoped soon to have a kindergarten building of its own in the Linwood district, and she asked parents and their friends to assist the local committee by attending the' various functions which will be held to raise funds for the equipment needed for the new kindergarten. Next year the silver jubilee of the kindergartens in Christchurch will be celebrated, and it would be a milestone in the history of the association if the two new kindergartens were completed by that time, she added. Miss Hull thanked members of the local committee for their untiring efforts in the interests of the school.

Bouquets of flowers were presented by one of the little girls to Miss Hull, and to Mrs Keith Hadfield, treasurer of the association, to Mrs D. M. Hill, convener of the parents’ comipittee, Mrs Taylor, convener of the local committee, and Mrs Retallick. A posy of flowers was also given to Miss M. Martin (director). After a programme of Christmas carols, dances, and gantes given by the pupils, afternoon tea was served.

Pupils, parents, and friends spent a very enjoyable time at the New Brighton Free Kindergarten yesterday morning, when the annual Christmas parly was held. Among those who were present were the Mayor and Mayoress of New Brighton (Mr and Mrs E. L. Smith),, the DeputyMayor, and Deputy-Mayoress (Dr. and Mrs W. T. Glasgow), the Rev. and Mrs F. Gardner Brown, Mrs H, T. J. Thacker (president of the Christchurch Association), Mrs Keith Hadfleld (treasurer), Miss H. Hull (principal), Mesdames Aiken and Rhodda, of the Sydenham kindergarten. Mrs Thacker congratulated the committee and the teachers at the kindergarten on the satisfactory state of the school, and expressed pleasure at the interest displayed by the parents of the children. Miss Hull explained the programme to be given, and advised mothers to enrol new pupils without delay.

The Mayor spoke of the increasing interest which was being shown in the kindergarten and its work, and said that owing to the number of children under the control of the committee, a move was now afoot to obtain a suitable section in a central position on which to build a new up-to-date schoolroom. Dr. Glasgow, in a brief address emphasised the disciplinary advantages of a kindergarten. The Mayoress, and Mrs Glasgow also spoke, the latter cqngratulating the teachers on the excellent training given to the children. An, interesting programme of Christmas carols and action songs was presented by the children, and later Santa Claus arrived and distributed gifts to the children from a well-laden Christmas tree. Bouquets were presented to Miss Hull, and to Mesdames Thacker, Hadfleld, H. A. Bishop (convener of New Brighton branch), G. Bundy (secretary), and the teachers.

Morning tea was served by the committee.

CYCLE CLUB’S DANCE

Members of the Spreydon Novice Cycle Club held their fortnightly dance in the Coronation Hall, Spreydon. Novelty dances were won by Miss P. Seaboum and Mr A. Brooker, Miss F. Morland and Mr A. Brooker. Miss D. Line and Mr M. Kirk, Miss J. Quanty and Mr W. Thompson, Mrs P. Seabourn and Mr M. Kirk. Mr B. Sparks won a competition, and Mr H, A. Mazey was master of ceremonies.

At ,Rangi-Ruru to-morrow afternoon the annual tennis match between old girls and present girls of the school will be played, commencing at 2,30..

BLENHEIM NEWS

Mrs L. L. T. Bush (Medway Hills) entertained members of the Marlborojugh Women’s Club at an enjoyable bridge party. Bridge was played in the reception room, which was decorated witn bowls of sweet peas, and the supper tables were bright with Iceland poppies.* Prizes were won by Mrs A. C. Nathan, Mrs W. de Castro, and Mrs J. J. McLeod. Mrs Bush wore a black and silver sequin frock.. Those present were Mesdames- J. Stevenson, W, T. Churcnward, Renwick, T. S. Maskew, R. McCallum, J* J. Corry, G. K. Stocker, B. S. Ciouston, E. G. Blick, W. de Castro, L. C. Chaytor, S. T. Evatt, L. H. Ciouston, P. R. Wilkinson, J. J. White, G. M. Spence, A. J. Maclaine, G. Andrew, B. Green, J. J. McLeod, P. Hall, R. Murray, A. A. Edwards, P. Westenra, J. H. Wadworth, and Colin Macdonald, Misses Isabel Rutherford, Amuri Neville, M. Bell, Yvonne Rapley (Palmerston North) (2), Ciouston, Cara Evatt, Dinah Monro, M. Enright (Christchurch), E. Kimball, N. Macdonald, and D. Blick. Mr and Mrs Frank Dillon gave an enjoyable garden party at their home, s ‘Leefleld.” The guests found much pleasure in strolling round the garden, and the swimming pool was very popular with the young people. Mrs Dillon wore a frock of cornflower-blue figured fcrepe de chine and a blue hat. Those present were Mr and Mrs C. G. Teschemaker, Mrs Rowley (England), Mr and Mrs W. Trolove, Mr and Mrs E. F. J. Grigg, Mrs Renwick, Mr and Mrs G. K. Stocker, Mr and Mrs T. S. Maskew, Mr and Mrs Rewi Murray, Mr and Mrs W. T. Churchward, Mrs Vavasour, Mrs A. J. Maclaine, Mr and Mrs C. O. T. Rutherford, Mrs H. Howard, Mr and Mrs A. A. Macnab, Mr and Mrs J. J. McLeod, Mrs W. de Castro, Mr and Mrs H. Hodson, Mr and Mrs Errol Reid, Mr and Mrs H. S. Houghton, Mr and Mrs P. Hall, Mr and Mrs S. T. Richmond, Mr and Mrs J. H. tyadworth, Mr and Mrs P. Westenra, Mr and Mrs L. L. T. Bush, Mr and Mrs A. C. Nathan, Mr and Mrs A. Goyder, Mr and Mrs Colin Macdonald, Mrs L. H. Ciouston, Mrs R. G. Scott, Mr and Mrs A. E. Brookett, Mr and Mrs G. M. Spence, Mrs B. Ciouston, Mr and Mrs L. C. Chaytor, Mrs J. J. Corry, Mr and Mrs S. T. Critchley, Misses M. Weld, Nancy Teschemaker, M. Enright (Christchurch), E. Lewis, Clare Ward, Isabel Rutherford, Irene Horton, G. Trolove, Moira Macnab, Dinah Monro, Lindsay Adams, K. Goodson (Wellington), M. Chapman, M. Bell. P. Grigg, Ray Trolove, W. Dixon (Nelson), D. ~Waddy, Yvonne Rapley (Palmerston North), Mignon Macdonald, Messrs Dillon (3), A. E. Weld, Monro (2), E. Rutherford, P. Vavasour, T. Teschemaker, P. Johnston, S. Ciouston, B. Scott, A. Adams, Tweedie (England), Dr. R. G. Adams and Dr. P. J. Fogarty. Mrs Rowley (England) is visiting her sister, Mrs C. G. Teschemaker. Miss Mary Enright (Christchurch) is the guest, of Mrs Renwick, Dumgree. Mrs A. Rittson-Thomas (Tlrohanga) is visiting Christchurch. EVENING PARTY Miss Rani Stewart, who will be a bridesmaid to Miss April Maclean early in January, was hostess at a pleasant little party held at her home last night. Miss Maclean was presented with many useful gifts for the kitchen of her future home. Those present were Mrs A. Henderson, Misses April Maclean, Rani Stewart,' Gwynneth Talbot, Joan Burt, Anne Bishop, Mabs Puschel, Janet Williams, Kaara and. Tiria Trent, Peggy and Pat Clowes, Joan Seabrook, Amos and Jean Hatherley, Nancy Frater, Joan Corsbie, and lima Berggren.

SUNBEAM KINDERGARTEN A successful fancy dress fair was held at Sunbeam Kindergarten. The costumes were judged by Mesdames Evans, Harvey-Cook, and Kaye-Thom-son, the prize winners being:—Best fancy dress: Girls, under six years, Pauline Laine (Russian); over six years, Nola Hughes (Russian). Boys, under six years, David Goldsmith (Boy Blue); over six years, John Scott (Chinese). Best paper dress: Girls, under six years, Patty Robinson (Rooster); over six years, Paulino Hutchins. Most original costume: Girls, under six years, Ellen McCarthy (Granny); over six years, Noeline Deeming (Mother Hubbard). Boys: Under six years, Eric McNab (Sweetest Thing); over six years, Murray McCaskill (Traffic Signal). Special prizes; Pauline, Barbara, and Mary Dick. Stallholders were: Fancy work, Mesdames Cameron and Henwood; sweets, Mrs Chilman; produce, Mr? Laine; cakes, Mrs Goldsmith; fish pond, Miss Joyce; afternoon tea, Mesdames Shepherd, Day, Kett, and Yorston.