WEDDINGS

Press, Volume LXXII, Issue 21775, 6 May 1936, Page 2

WEDDINGS

LATHAM—MONTGOMERY

Yesterday at St. Andrew's Church, Little River, the wedding was celebrated of Hilda, younger daughter of Mr and Mrs W. H. Montgomery ("Wairewa," Little River), and Thomas Fitzherbert, eldest son of the late Mr F, H. Latham, and of Mrs Latham, of Wanganui. The ceremony was performed by Bishop C. West-Watson (Christchurch) assisted by the Rev. A. H. Barnett. The wedding music was played by Mrs C. Cradock. The wedding aroused widespread kindly interest, not only in Canterbury but in Otago, where the bride's grandparents, Sir William and Lady Allen, are prominent residents, and in Wanganui and the Wairarapa districts, where the bridegroom's family is well- j known.

All sections of the community in Canterbury were interested, for the Montgomery family has been closely identified with the history of the province since 1860, when Mk* (afterwards the Hon.) W. Montgomery arrived in New Zealand, and a few years later became a member of the Provincial Council and later a member of the House of Representatives, Colonial Secretary and Minister for Education. The bride's father was also a member of the Legislative Council and of the Canterbury College Board of Governors, while the bride herself has taken a prominent part in many activities. She is a fine horsewoman, and rides to hounds with the Christchurch Hunt. She is well known in flying circles and has a pilot's certificate. She has distinguished herself ] at winter sports gatherings, and is keenly interested in farming. Mr Latham is also skilled in ski-ing and shares her enthusiasm for hunting. For the wedding yesterday girl guides of Little River had decorated the church effectively with roses, dahlias, gladioli, clematis, and autumn leaves in colours to tone with the bridesmaids' frocks.

The bride was escorted by her father. Her bouffant frock of fine ivory d'Alencon net appliqued with ivory velvet was mounted on ivory silk taffeta, the bodice being finished in front with small velvet bows studded with brilliants and the long sleeves rucked at the shoulders, were fitted to form points over the hands. A berthe effect across the shoulders lengthened into long sash-ends at the back and a wide stitched belt of velvet was fastened at the waistline. Appliqued velvet motifs also trimmed the net train arranged from the waistline in a graduated flounce which widened to form a scalloped hemline. Her long tulle veil, which formed a second train, was held to the head with orange blossom, and her bouquet was composed of freesias and begonia 6. She wore also a diamond and platinum necklace, the gift of her mother. Miss Ruth Wynn-Williams (Christchurch). Miss Nancy Teschemaker (Blenheim) and Miss Mary Latham, the bridegroom's sister, were the attendants. Their frocks of japonica pink silk taffeta had large double frills edged with a deeper shade of pink moire trimming the necklines which were made high in front and formed V's at the back, and similar trimming weighted the long skirts which were slit in front and had pleating inset at the back. The stitched belts were clasped with silver buckles, and the long sleeves- were edged at the wrists with wide frills to match the trimming at the necklines and hems. Their uncommon head-dresses were composed of japonica pink begonias mounted on taffeta plaits, and they carried bouquets of begonias and freesias to tone. Miss Susan Grigg, who attended as flower-girl, wore an ankle-length frock of soft white net made with puffed sleeves, and finished with a sash of japonica pink taffeta to match the bridesmaids' frocks. A circlet of rosebuds in her hair toned with her Victorian nosy of roses and freesias. Master Tony Latham, the bridegroom's small brother, who attended as page, wore an Eton suit.

The bridegroqm was attended by Mr Ormond, as best man. and Messrs John Rolleston and Ormond Wilson as groomsmen. Sir Bruce Stewart and Mr Brian Wynn-Williams were ushers. About 250 guests were entertained by Mr and Mrs Montgomery at "Waiyewa," where a large marquee had | been erected on the lawn. Mrs Montgomery wore a model frock of Chinese blue maltessa crepQ, the bodice being made with a small yoke and new front fullness, and the dolman sleeves trimmed at the shoulders and wrists with small buttons and loops. Her hiplength coat was of cream beaver fur, and her Rebou model hat of Chinese blue velvet had a tiny shirred eyebrim, the front of the crown being arranged in pleats to give a Russian halo effect. Her bouquet was composed of red roses and fuchsias. Mrs Latham's model ensemble was of nut-brown silk taffeta, the frock having a bodice of narrow box pleating which also formed a basque. The wide belt was trimmed with stitching, and the full skirt was weighted with stitching at the hem, to match the trimming on the cape coat. Her hat of brown peach bloom felt was trimmed with a toning feather mount surrounding the crown, and she carried a bouquet of gold roses. Lady Allen (Dunedin), the bride's grandmother, wore a wineberry velvet frock, silver fox furs, and a black feathered hat. Miss Rona Allen's beige coat frock was trimmed with brown organdie flowers and a brown belt, and she wore also a handsome fur stole, and a hat to tone.

Mrs J. G. Skinner (Amoy, China), sister of the bride, wore a frock of holly green satin, the uncommon bodice having a cowled neckline and epaulets of gold lame. She wore also a black caracul cape, and a black felt turban trimmed with cire straw. For travelling, the bride wore a pompadour blue model ensemble, the tailored frock of wool angoralaine with a self-shadow check was finished at the neckline and waist with miniature cart-wheel roulleaux composed of blue and silver lame, similar trimming being introduced at the wrists of the long tailored sleeves. The tailored coat had a roll collar of silver grey fox fur and was buttoned at the waist with silver buttons. Her hat of hydrangea blue sheer angora cloth was made in smart cloche shape with an eyeveil and a large bow in front. Mr and Mrs T. F. Latham will make their home at Wanganui.

HIATT—IiACEETH

The marriage was celebrated quietly yesterday morning of Wilmot Borlase, only daughter of Mr and Mrs W. Macbeth, Aikman's road, Merivale, to Herbert Charles, second son of Mr and Mrs F. H. Hiatt, Pahau Downs, Amuri. The ceremony was performed in St. Mary's Church, Merivale, by Canon Staples Hamilton, and Mr A. Worsley was the organist. Mi- Macbeth escorted his daughter, who wore a becoming frock of sapphireblue wool georgette, the high neckline being relieved with a cord of shellpink satin, which was weighted with pink and blue tassels. The back of the bodice was fastened with three pairs of gold filigree buttons, and the very wide sleeves were turned back to show the lining of shell-pink satin, similar material lining the sash at the waistline. The three-quarter length coat to match had wide sleeves and a wide stitched collar, and was fastened at the neckline with two gold filigree buttons to match those trimming the frock. Her halo hat of sapphire peach bloom velour was relieved with paler blue cire ribbon, and she carried a bouquet of pale pink begonias relieved with touches of cream and primrose. She wore also a strand of pearls, the gift of the bridegroom. Miss Cushla Mitchell, who attended as bridesmaid, wore a frock of botte-

celli-blue wool sheer trimmed with braid fastenings at the neckline and waist, the full sleeves being caught in at the wrists. Small navy blue buttons trimmed the bodice and the pockets' of the skirt, and her felt hat to match was trimmed with velvet. Pink begonias were arranged with pale yellow abutilons and freesias in her bouquet. , , Mr Richard Hiatt attended his toother as best man. After the ceremony, Mr and Mrs W. Macbeth entertained the guests at a buffet luncheon held at their home in Aikman's road. The bride's mother was wearing a handsome black ensemble of silk matalasse, the frock being relieved with touches of silver lame at the neckline and on the sleeves and belt. Her black velour hat was trimmed with an ostrich feather mount across the" crown, and she carried a posy of freesias and violets. The bridegroom's mother wore a Udo-blue tailored suit, a beige georgette blouse, a grey squirrel fur, and a blue velour hat finished with a chromium buckle. She carried red roses.

The bride travelled in a brown tailored checked suit, a .rush silk blouse, and a brown halo hat to match, Mr and Mrs H. C. Hiatt will make their home at Spotswood, Hororata.

RETHMAN—COULTER

The marriage was quietly celebrated at St. Columbus Church, Hornby, of Mr Keith Rethman (Timaru), son of Mrs Rethman, Rhodesia, Africa, to Margaret Eleanor, daughter of the late Mr and Mrs T. Coulter (Islington). The ceremony was performed by the Rev. Hubert Jones.

The bride, who was escorted by her brother, Mr T. Coulter, wore a frock of beige crepe suede, flecked with brown, and a halo hat of brown velvet. She carried a bouquet of flametinted flowers.

A reception was held later at the home of the bride's sister, Mrs C. Worsley. Air and Mrs K. Rethman will live at Timaru.

GRAHAM—WELLS

The wedding was celebrated recently at Durham Street Methodist Church by the Rev. Clarence Eaton of Agnes Jane, second daughter of the late Mr and Mrs J. Wells (View Hill, Oxford), to Collins Edward, eldest son of the late Mrs W. Graham and of Mr Graham, Rangiora. The bride, who was escorted by her brother, Mr E. Wells, wore a frock of brown tree-bark crepe, relieved with a vestee of ecru lace. Her brown straw hat was trimmed with rust*coloured roses, and she carried a bouquet of autumn-tinted flowers. Miss F. Newport, as bridesmaid, wore a flowered cumbrosa frock, patterned in lemon and fawn tonitvgs, and made with a cowJ collar and trimmed with pleatings to match her fawn hat. Her bouquet was of lemon flowers. Mr D. J. Hawke acted as best man. A reception was held at Melody Lane, where the guests v/ete received by the bride's sister, Mrs D. J. Hawke, assisted by Mrs A. Graham. The bride travelled in a navy suit, a white crepe de chine blouse, and a black felt hat. j

DINNER PARTY

At "Kinloch," Little River, last night, Mrs J. F. Buchanan entertained many guests at a dinner party given in honour of the wedding of Miss Hilda Montgomery and Mr T. F. Latham, which was celebrated in the afternoon. After dinner, the guests attended a dance given by Mr and Mrs W. H. Montgomery, at their home, "Wairewa," Little River. Those who enjoyed Mrs Buchanan's hospitality were Mr and Mrs Gerald Anderson, Sir Bruce and Lady Stewart, Mr and Mrs A. A. Hutchinson, Mr and Mrs W. Hutchinson, Commander and Mrs S. Hall, Mr and Mrs George Turrell, Dr. and Mrs G. S. Traill, Mr and Mrs Guy Cotterill, Mr and Mrs G. Carver, Mr and Mrs W. Izard (Wanganui), Mr and Mrs Arthur Grigg, Misses Helen and Nancy Buchanan, Ruth Wynn-Williams, Nancy Teschemaker, Mary Latham, Jacqueline Ormond, Anne FeU, Katherine Westenra, Joan and Anne Hay, Katherine Hay, Louise von Zedlitz, Messrs J. Ormond. Hamish Wilson, W. Day, Warner and Ross Westenra, D. Westenra, B. WynnWilliams, Richard Bethel 1, Charles Rattray, T. McKellar, and M. Wilson.

SOCIAL AT SUMNER

The nursing and senior division of the St. John Ambulance held their first social in the Cadena Tea Rooms. There was a good attendance, including Major Crampton, the assistant commissioner for the Canterbury and Westland districts, Cadet Officer Frank Ashworth, the Mayor and Mayoress of Sumner, Mr and Mrs T. Newburgh, ' the president, Mr G. F. Allen and Mrs Allen, the senior officer, Mr G. Leslie, and Mrs Leslie, the assistant officer, Mr Webster, and Mr G. N. Gardner (secretary) and Mrs Gardner.

Mr Newburgh and Mr Allen both spoke in support of the good work done in Sumner by Mr E. Gilberd, and of the necessity of forming a strong senior division. After Major Crampton had addressed the gathering it was decided to invite those interested to attend a meeting in the parish hall on Tuesday, May 5. The social part of the evening consisted of musical items given by Miss Beryl Gough and Mr Leslie, games, and dancing. Those present were Mrs Retallick, Mrs Whykes, Mrs Lawson, Mrs T. Gough, Mrs R. Mitchell, Mrs Harvey, Mrs McNichol, Misses N. Gardner, D. Stapleton, J. Stapleton, A. Sheridan, D. Plominski, O. Creagh, V. Lawson, P. Harvey, V. Croft, Messrs H, Ford, J. Blackmore, J. A. Lindross, A. Partridge, W. W. Whykes, G. C. Carter, R. D. Allen, M. Lawson, W. S. McCory, J. Parry, M. Weastell, D. Wilson, E. Rippon, L. Bailey, H. G. Bailey, W. Bromley, D. Bromley, B. E. Sexton, and C. T. E. Ford.