MRS SULLIVAN HONOURED

Press, Volume LXXII, Issue 21727, 9 March 1936, Page 2

MRS SULLIVAN HONOURED

WORK FOR RELIEF OF DISTRESS

SUN-PORCH FOR KARITANE

HOSPITAL

During the last few years “the Mayoress’s baby cupboard” has been emptied, and replenished many times; it has met the demands of numerous organisations working for the relief of distress in the city and suburbs, and has brought happiness into many homes where mothers have been grateful for the little warm garments that have helped to safeguard the health of their children. Mrs D. G. Sullivan, with the assistance of the late Mrs J. S. Neville, made that cupboard her Special care, and despite her many civic duties had always found time to Perform the numerous duties which its eeping imposed on her. On Saturday afternoon, the women who have worked with her behind the scenes gathered to honour her and to present to her some tangible token of their appreciation. Women throughout the city have responded to the appeal for a suitable recognition of Mrs Sullivan’s work, and on Saturday the Choral Hall was crowded with representatives of numerous women’s organisations, men and women who know of the good work that has been done, and who have been assisted by the former Mayoress, and wished to show their gratitude by their attendance. Mrs W. F, Kent-Johnston, chairwoman. and other members of the womems executive, welcomed Mrs Sullivan, who was accompanied by the Hon. D. G. Sullivan, their daughter, Miss Kathleen Sullivan, and the .De-puty-Mayoress (Mrs Andrews). Beautiful bouquets of gladioli and begonias werq presented to Mrs Sullivan and Mrs Andrews, who, with the other honoured guests and executive members, were seated on the platform, which had been beautifully decorated with fuchsias, gladioli, pot plants, and greenery. , “No greater honour can be accorded a woman than to be honoured by her fellow women,” said Mrs Kent-John-ston, in her address of welcome. Women of wide religious thought had gathered to honour a woman who had done her duty nobly and well as the first lady of Christchurch, said the speaker. During the difficult years that Mrs Sullivan had been Mayoress she had always been ready to lend a hand, and women in distressed circumstances had found in her a sympathetic friend. Mrs Kent-Johnston read a tribute from Mrs T. E. Taylor, who had been associated with Mrs Sullivan in kindergarten work. Tribute from Social Workers Miss E, Cardale. on behalf of the social workers in the city, thanked Mrs Sullivan for giving peace of mind to many poor expectant mothers. Mrs W. McKgy. as one of spectators who has watched with Interest the work that had been done by the “inner circle” of women working for the relief of distress, said that Mrs Sullivan was one of those in the long line, of womerf who had followed Florence Nightingale’s example in working for those in need and distress. Adjutant Wood, of the Salvation Army*s|peaking on behalf of the mothers and children who had been assisted;' expressed her appreciation of Mrs Sullivan’s work, With her numerous civic obligations, there had been no need for her to show her sympathy in the way she had done. Love had been the great compelling force which had constrained Mrs Sullivan to give her services so freely, said Adjutant Wood. Many women could say what an inspiration she-and her helpers had been. She had visited the homes, and had learnt to know the people. It had not been easy for her to do that work because she was a 1 woman of a quiet and retiring nature. Miss M. G, Havelaar read a letter of appreciation from the Sisters of the Mission and from Lady Wigram, president of the women’s executive of the Christchurch branch of the Red Cross Society. "Mrs Sullivan did all the odd jobs no one else wanted to do," said Mrss Havelaar, who explained that the committee set up to recognise Mrs Sullivan’s work had given a chance to everyone who wished to show their appreciation to do so by helping to raise funds for a sun-porch at the Lady King Karitane Hospital. The porch will be known as the “Daisy Sullivan” porch, and children will share some of the sunshine that Mrs Sullivan has brought to the lives of many children in Christchurch, said Miss Havelaar. Presentation She asked Mrs Sullivan to accept a handsome Morocco travelling case with amber-coloured fittings as a personal tribute from the people of Christchurch. In replying, Mrs Sullivan said that she could not have carried on her work without the help that had been so freely given to her. The Hon. D. G. Sullivan said that he was proud of the tribute that had been paid to his wife, and was pleased that mention had also been made of Mrs Neville’s great help in this work for the community. Mrs Sullivan was fortunate to have her effort to help recognised. So many people had tried to help all through their lives,but few had received a similar tribute. Plunket Society Mrs J. Stevenson, acting-president of the Plunket Society, expressed the thanks and appreciation of the society for the gift of a sun-porch to the Karitane hospital. At the conclusion of the meeting, members of the executive entertained Mrs Sullivan at afternoon tea. Musical Programme Mrs R. J. McLaren arranged the musical programme which was as follows; Songs, “A Dream of Home” (McNab), “Ireland” (Macklnnon and Macgregor), Mrs M. Simpson (Sydney); “The Praise of God” (Beethoven), “My Task” (Ashbord), Mrs Tristram Willcox; humorous items, Mrs Berk Windsor. Miss Bessie Pollard and Mrs McLaren were the accompanists.

VISITORS TO HOLIDAY RESORTS * — : —~ The Ca£e, New Brighton; Mrs Hagan (Rangiora), Mrs Ross, Miss Ross (Methven), Mrs Woods (Oxford), Mrs Butterick (Ashburton), Mr Simpkinson (Christchurch), Mr and Mrs J, E. Armstrong, lan Armstrong (Mount Clair, Akaroa), Mrs B. Vogan, Miss Marjory Vogan (Duvauchelle Bay), Mr Bowden, Mrs Seager (Ashburton). To-night at the Caledonian Hall, the Select Old-Time dance will take place. The programme has been specially arranged, alter a close study of the recent "questionnaire” entries of patrons. Only one encore will be allowed each dance, to allow of the large programme. The medley has been extended to suit the wishes of patrons. The Evans-Campbell Band will be in attendance. The usual lucky spot and Monte Carlo dances will be included. The gallery is open for spectators, and Mr W. Hall is master of ceremonies.

A SUMMER DAY

RAGES AT MOTUKARARA ENJOYABLE MEETING The Banks Peninsula Racinig Club’s summer meeting, held at Motukarara on Saturday, was ohe of the most enjoyable of the many successful gatherings held by the club during recent years. The officials had an anxious time in the earlier part of the week, for heavy rains had flooded the course, and they feared the track would be unfit for racing. Fortunately, drying winds on Friday and warm sunshine on Saturday worked wonders on the sodden ground, but, notwithstanding this stroke of good luck, the centre of the course on Saturday was still dotted with shallow lakes, over which flocks of seagulls hovered, their wings gleaming in the brilliant, sunshine, their cries sounding strange in such surroundings. As is usual at Motukarara, the picturesque racecourse, with its fine trees and natural grandstand, proved a pleasant meeting place for city and country friends, and the kindly residents of Banks Peninsula extended generous hospitality to visitors from the city, from South Canterbury, and to a large contingent from North Canterbury, It was a day when printed silk frocks and wide hats were very much in the picture, and linen and light woollen suits were much favoured. Mrs Walter Parkinson, Wife of the president, wore a black marocain ensemble, spotted in white, and a black pandan hat, with small green feather mount at one side. Her daughter, Mrs Leonard Coop, wore a mastic linen tweed suit, brown and mastic finelychecked blouse, and mastic hat banded with brown.

After the Peninsula Cup race, Mrs Parkinson decorated the winning horse (Tunneller) with the blue ribbon, and Mr Parkinson presented the cup to the owner, Mr D. McFarlane, who said it was the first cup he had won. Mr Parkinson regretted the absence of the patron of the club, Sir R. Heaton Rhodes; he thanked Mr A. Louisson for giving the cup for competition, and congratulated Mr McFarlane on his success.

Amongst the many present were Mr and Mrs Arthur Eiworthy, Mrs John Montgomery, Mrs Gilbert Grigg, Mrs Charles Reid, Mrs J. F. Buchanan and Misses Helen and Nancy Buchanan, Mrs J. H. Hall, Miss D. Bone, Mr and Mrs J. H. Grigg, Miss Alison Addison (Wellington) f Mr and Mrs Vesey Robinson, Mr and Mrs Wilfrid Beadel, Mr and Mrs Leicester Harris, Mr and Mrs E. J, Cordner, Mr and Mrs Leonard Coop, Mr and Mrs Ebenezer Hay and Misses Joan and Anne Hay, Mr and Mrs A. S. Duncan, Mr and Mrs H. A, Nutt, Mr and Mrs George Turrell, Mr and Misses Bradley, Mr and Mrs H, D. Greenwood, Mrs E. F. Nicoll, Mrs Andrew Rutherford, Miss Emily Rutherford, Mrs Bruce Douglas, Miss Berrie Mcßae Peacock, Mr and Mrs Cyril Gray, Mr and Mrs Bert Witte (Ted-( dington), Mr and Mrs H. S. Williams, Mr and Mrs Frank Egan, Mr and Mrs Eric Gray, Mr W- A. Gray, Misses Maude and Laurie Gray, Miss Marion Reese, Mrs R. Triggs, Mrs Arnold, Young (Irwell), Mrs John Parkinson; Miss M. Henderson, Dr, and Mrs Ernest Cooke, Dr. and Mrs H. L, Widdowson, Mrs W. M. Cotter, Mr and Mrs George Fleetwood and Miss Dulcie Fleetwood, Mrs John Ramsden, Dr. and Mrs H. V. Drew. Mr and Mrs C. H. Sykes, Mrs M. Ryan' and Miss Nance Ryan, Mr and Mrs C, G. Wilkin, Mr and Mrs J. M. Saunders, Mr and Mrs A. A. Stitchbury (Wellington), Mr and Mrs C. C. Davis, Mr and Mrs Maurice Davis, Mr and Mrs A. V. Hutchinson, Dr. and Mrs Edgar Reay, Mr and Mrs Allan Matson, Dr. and Mrs P. Stanley Foster and Miss Patricia Foster, Mrs John Moore, Mrs Gordon Rich, Mr and Mrs D. Burnside, Mrs J. Rennie, Mrs Wagner, Mr and Mrs Fred Withell, Mrs R. Young (Naseby), Mrs Alan Johnstone, Mrs Guy Ronalds, Miss R. Cracroft Wilson, Mrs A. S. Gurney and Miss J. Gurney, Mr R. M. Morten and Miss Nell Morten, Miss Helen Harris, Miss Nona Hampton, Mr and Mrs Norris Gardiner, Miss Gladys Burnside, Mrs J. M. Templeman and Miss Monica Templeman, Mrs W. E, Whitcombe, Mrs David Taylor, Miss Govan, Mr and Mrs Godfrey Rail and Miss Rosemary Hall, Mr and Mrs Harry Dampier Crossley, Miss A, Prins, Mrs A. L. Holmes, Mr and Mrs Bert Reese, Mrs E. Hodgen, Mrs R. Bryan, Mrs E. G. McCullough, Dr. E. McCullough, Misses T. and M. Davis, Mrs W. G. McDonald, Mr and Mrs Dan McCormick, Mrs Bernard McKenna, Miss Isla Mortlock, Mr and Mrs R. W. Morrow and Miss Anne Morrow, Mrs F, C. Wooler, Miss McVeigh, Mrs D. Crozier, Mrs Maurice Louisson, Miss P. McGallon, Mr and Mrs Harmar Macdonald, Mrs I. Weston, Mrs E. Sheedy, Miss Jessie Gebbie (Teddington), Mr and Mrs St. J, J. Dunne, Mrs George Murray-Aynsley, Mrs W. Anderson, S" n. (Winchmore), Mrs C. Emerson, rs Bell, Miss Muriel Hartle, Mr and Mrs Harley Blrdling, Mrs Robert Templeton and Miss Ray Templeton, Mrs O. H. Burns, Miss Marjorie Milsom, Miss Eileen Thompson, Mrs Bert Wheeler, Mrs C. Wheeler, Mrs W. Toomey, Mrs W. Anderson (Woodend), Mr and Mrs Guy Nicoll, Miss Joan Cottrell, Mrs J. R. McKenzie, Mrs Pryce Jones, Miss B. Nurse, Miss Isobel Wright, Miss Elisabeth Tipping, Mr and Mrs Erik Rutherford, Mrs G. L. Rutherford, Mr and Mrs P. M. Collins, Mr and Mrs W. F. Soper, Mr and Mrs R. Adair, Miss Annie Welsh, Mr and Mrs Ira Sewell, Mrs J. G. Parish, Miss Audrey Tutton, Mrs H. K. -Kippenberger, Mrs L. M. King, Mrs C. Holliss, Mr and Mrs J. L. Vergette, Mrs Duncan Ogilvy (Auckland), Miss Mcllroy, Mrs Basil Whitcombe, Mrs Burnett Dalgety, Mrs V. J. McKibbin, Mrs Peter Wilson, Miss Gladys Gray, Miss D. Humphreys, Miss G. Clark (Nelson), Mrs B. P. McMahon, Mrs Fred Armstrong and Miss Betty Armstrong, Mrs Cecil Bonnington, Mrs T. Y. Wardrop, Mrs T. L. Cowlishaw, Miss Joan Lee, Mrs G. Leslie Rutherford and Miss Bertty Rutherford. Mrs W. Hayward and Misses Hayward. Mr E. X. Lelievre and Miss M. Lelievre, Dr. and Mrs J, P. McQuilkin, Mr and Mrs J. S. Hawkes, Mr and Mrs Alex McDonald, Miss E. Atkinson, Miss R. Macfarlahe, Miss M. Morrison, Misses June Wright, Katharine Hay, Judith Firth, B. Sainsbury, Phyllis Brass, Eileen Nutt, Mr Walter Clifford, Sir Charles Clifford, Messrs David Anderson, F. F. Reid, James Maling. Godfrey Westehra, Ivor Gray, R. H. Livingstone, W. R. Lascelles, F. G. Bristed. P. H. Wood, G. Blakeley. Commander Eric Rhodes, Messrs J. Matson, Arthur Nicoll, W. M Ollivier. T. McKellar. G. Nutt, J. Griffiths, W. Westenra, Alan Montgomery (Auckland). SOCIETY FOR IMPERIAL CULTURE The council of the Society for Imperial Culture met recently and approved the draft of the syllabus of lectures for the current year.i The lectures will form a series of studies of the modern world And present day culture, as it is affected- by recent scientific and technical developments; In addition to' the lectures, musical items will be given at the various meetings.

OBITUARY

MRS GEORGE WATSON

The death is announced of Mrs George Watson, formerly of West Melton, a daughter, of pioneers and one who had seen many changes in Canterbury, Mrs Watson, who was born at Fendalton, was the eldest daughter of the late Mr John Hill, who arrived by the Sir George Seymour, one of the historic First Four Ships, in December, 1850, and who later became pioneer settlers of the West Melton district. Mrs Watson, who went to West Meßon as a child, was educated at the local school and throughout her residence in the district played her part in the life of the community. In the early ’eighties she was married to Mr Watson,' another of the pioneers of the district, who for more than 40 years took part in the control of local affairs and occupied seats on various bodies. Just after the close of the Great War Mr Watson retired from active farming operations and went to live at Opawa road, his plan being to spend the remaining years of his life in retirement. Eventually, however, he found the mohotony Of retirement unattractive and again sought a more active life. Consequently he returned to the land, and securing a block of country at Sandy Knolls engaged in farming for some years. Later, owing to failing health, he again relinquished farming, retiring to Cholmondeley avenue. He died four and a half years ago. During the whole of her life Mrs Watson took her full share of the activities of the communities in which she lived. She was a staunch Anglican and took a keen interest in all spheres of church work, hef activities being much appreciated by the adherents of the church at West Melton and of St. Mark’s, Opawa. A few months ago Mrs Watson's health began to fail, and her death was not unexpected. She is survived by two sons and three daughters—Mr William Watson (Waitara), Mr George Watson (Sandy Knolls), Mrs E. D. -Hunter (Timaru), Mrs Alfred Jlulston (West Melton), and Miss Elsie WatsOn (Christchurch). /Anothag son, Mr Leonard was kip| d in '(France during the 'Great War.

ST. MATTHEWS CHUECH GARDEN PARTY AT “ABBERLEY” ' On Saturday afternoon the diamond jubilee celebrations of St. Matthew’s Church, St. Albans, commenced with a garden party, held by the courtesy of Mr J. H. Kirk in the beautiful grounds of his home at “Abberley.’’ Abberley road. About 400 present and past Sarishioners and friends gathered on ie archery lawn, where Bishop WestWatson was welcomed by the vicar, the Rev. J. F. Feron. In his address to the visitors the bishop said that the historical account of the parish showed clearly that it had had its ups and downs, but under the leadership and guidance of the Rev. J. F. Feron wonderful progress was being made. He was pleased to see Canon S. Hamilton, one of the past vicars, with them that afternoon, and added that he was continuing to give loyal service to the diocese. The bishop also referred to the Rev. F. C. Main, at present curate of the parish, who was shortly leaving to take up the cure of Waihao Downs. In conclusion the bishop expressed the wish that the parish of St. Albans would continue to.prosper in the years ahead. Afternoon tea was served by members of the Ladies’ Church Council. Photographs were taken of groups of past parishioners, and an opportunity was given of renewing old friendships. The music played by the Ist’ Canterbury Regimental Band was greatly appreciated, and the visitors Enjoyed the beauty of the well-kept gardens and grounds of “Abberley.” ROWING CLUB’S DANCE A successful dance was held at the Canterbury Rowing Club’s sheds, Fitzgerald avenue, on Saturday night, when members of the Canterbury Rowing Club combined with members o! the Canterbury University College Rowing Club to celebrate the regatta and the recent launching of the university’s, “eight.” The dance-room was effectively decorated with black and white streamers. Amongst those present were Mesdames D. S. Boyd. F. Oborn, R. Whitbrock, B. Taylor. Misses Cora Flipt, R. Haines, Pat Cornish, Doris Toon, Joan Nome, Margot Wall work, Myra Billens, Pat. Coote, Kathleen Burns, Aldwyth Jones, Kerr, S. King-Mason, Betty Nunnerley, Joan Gibson, Eunice Steinmetz, Mary Grimes, Dorothy Neale, Grace Shand, Grace Martin, Joan Potter. Gwynneth Talbot, Elsie 1 Pye, Esme Colombus, Marjorie Whelan, Pam Rawnsley, Joan Drake, Nance Shand, Nancy BrOudleigh (Timaru), Milne, Kaara Trent, Joyce Cooper, Ena Fleetwood, Molly Evans, Nan. Wallace; Doris Whitbrock, Robin Turner, Patricia Powrie, Katherine Westerira, Betty Shand, Alison Beadel, Nan. Barrow. Dawn East, Billy Henderson, Kathleen Taylor, Billie Oliver, Kura Smith. Banter, Cushla Ennis. Elvie Green, Mavis Barter,, Mary Stevens' Betty Leonard, Elsie Waite, Sally Doleman, Sheila Tennent, Alice Feron, T. Slowey, Claudia Slowey, and Myrtle Manning.

The chief visiting team for the recent National Folk Dance Festival in London was that of five Basque dancers from the province of La Soule, in the French Pyrenees. Known as Les Beaux, each dresses in the traditional costume of a carnival character. The leader of the team—the Zamalzain, or Hobby Horse—is famous for his part in the Wine Glass Dance, in which, mounting upon a half-filled tumbler of wine, he leaps clear without spilling the wine or upsetting the glass.

BLENHEIM NEWS Miss Isbel Rutherford was hostess at an enjoyable afternoon tea party held at the Marlborough Women’s Club. The reception room was. decorated with bowls of hydrangeas and yellow daisies, and the tea table was bright with roses and fern. Those present were, Mesdames A. C. Fell, C. O. T. Rutherford. J. 5. Corry. B. Green. J. H. Widwortb, G. G. Teschemafcer, Kimberley, C. Macdonald, H. Y. Monro. A. J. Maclaine, J. J. McLeod, G. F. McLauchlan, Turner (Christchurch), B. Clouston, T. Renwick, L. C. Chaytor, H. J. Stace, L. Clouston, T, S. Maskew, G. H. Andrew, P. Wilkinson, R. 1 McCallwn, S. E. Evatt, P. J. Fogarty, P. Westenra. J. J. White, G. M. Spence, E. F. J. Grigg, E. J. Blick, Misses M. Bell, Z. Clouston, A. Neville, N. Macdonald. B. Burrell (England), D. Blick, D. Monro, A. Chaytor (England), and Urquhart (England). Miss Nancy Grigg (Meadowbahk) left for Wellington on Thursday en route to England, where she will spend some months. Misses G. and R. Trolove (The Shades) are visiting Tauranga, Mrs Turner (Christchurch) is staying with her sister. Mrs C. O. T. Rutherford, Craiglochart. Mrs J. S. Thompson has returned from a visit to Auckland. Mrs Herman Browne has returned from a visit to Wanganui. 7 Mrs H. H. Harris is visiting Wellington. '■ Mrs Leicester Murray (Te Rapa), who has been staying with her Sister, Mrs H, Y, Monro (Bankhouse), has returned home. . , Miss Eileen Barry is visiting Hanmer Springs.. • - * ; Miss D. Furness is visiting Palmerston North. Mrs Terence Watts (The Delta) is visiting Wellington. Miss Irene Horton is staying With Mrs Maurice 1 Hope. (The Tummil). Miss M. Stevenson, who has been for a visit to Auckland, has returned home. i 1 , viKchSuis ws2ht^ d^ s ,?^ ighton and Miss h< Wlghton (Adelaide) are. visiting Blenheim. ' ■ ■ , .

AMBULANCE DIVISION’S DANCE

The New Brighton Ladies* Nursing Division and Men's Division of the St, John Ambulance Association %'eld the “ rs “ , _ a series of monthly dances n St. r Z aith ’ 6 riail, New Brighton. The music wafe played by Mr R. Thornton, and Messrs C. Saw? tell and R. Campbell were joint masters of ceremonies. A Monte ' Carlo dance was won by Miss Prances McDowell and Mr A. Venner, < Among those present were the Maygre ?s °£ New Brighton (Mrs E. L. Smith), Mr and Mrs E. Collard Mr and Mrs C. Sawtell, Mr, and Mrs R. Wayman, Mr and Mrs H. T. Garrard, Mr and Mrs S. Grammar, Mesdames and Burtt, Misses Frances McDoweU Beatrice McDowell, Edith Hill, Constance Wayman, Lucv Woodyatt Betty wLon D. Castles, Aisne Nelson, Joyce Webb, Noeleen Chapman, Peggy BrOOkb-Tay-Wielma Ansley, Betty Walls, and Norman White* Messrs R. Campbell, C. Seaward, T. Dixon, W, Hulme, R. G. Campbell R* Hewitt, R. Aitken, S. Wr6th P A venner, and Ri A. Lowe. ' ”

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