SOCIAL AND PERSONAL

Dominion, Volume 20, Issue 136, 5 March 1927, Page 19

SOCIAL AND PERSONAL

Mr. and Sirs. L. B. Beale returned from, Christchurch yesterday.

Dr. and Mrs. Harty have returned from a visit to Taupo.

Mrs. J. 15. Jenkinson (Feilding) is visiting Wellington and will be in town for a week.

The committee of the Plunket Society announces that when the Truby King Karitane Hospital is in full swing, which will be within six weeks, the committee intends to hold an afternoon tea to which will be invited all members of the society, who will then have an opportunity to see the hospital fully equipped.

A general meeting was held by the Petone Plunket Branch on Tuesday to confirm new rules concerning the establishment of sub-branches and the power to raise money by mortgage or debentures. There were present: Mesdames Kirk (in the chair), Cook, Cliilman, Tregear, Lochore, Packard, Hansford, Johnston, Burborough, Louissou, Gower, and Miss Stanton. The ordinary meeting followed, at which much routine business was transacted. Money was received and checked for the Karitane Hospital appeal, the committee having worked strenuously for this object. The committee requested Nurse Aitken to meet them at a morning tea when they wish to express their appreciation of her conscientious and enthus iastic work during her relieving term of nine and a half months. Nurse Aitken reports: Visits to homes, 145; to rooms, adults, 27 J; to babies, 342; total, 518. Donations acknowledged:— Mr. Donovan, £L-ls.; Mr. W. Croft, £1 Is.; Mr. W. Hartley, 10s.; Mr. R. Short, £1 Is.

The Victoria League of Wellington has arranged for a unique lloral tribute which will be presented to llei Royal Highness the Duches of York on her arrival in Wellington. This is a basket of New Zealand plants, ferns, flowers, and berries. The basket is a very' large one, and has been specially designed by Miss Gray for the purpose. Over one hundred specimens of New Zealand plants will be included, and among them is a branch of Nortbofagus cliffotioide fascia, or red beech, a -rare specimen, since it is the only plant bf its kind in the world It was found at Elfin Bay, Lake Wakatipu, and the leaves are permanently red. This particular specimen came from the garden of Mr. G. Simpson, in Dunedin. The plants have been gathered from all over New Zealand, and are bedded in moss so that they should last a long time. Dr. Cockayne has compiled a list of the names of all these plants, which will accompany the gift, and he and many others interested in New Zealand plarft life have assisted Miss Gray in obtaining the specimens. The basket will be sent to Government House this afternoon by the Victoria League to await the Duchess’s arrival.

Mrs Smith, 88 Willis Street, has suits, frocks, and coats for children in wool, and brilliant dainty matinee coats are in crochet silk.—Advt.

“Home Sweet Home” is made clean and bright by using C O. Waxshine, the great linoleum polish. It’s mother’s favourite. Procurable from all grocers —Advt.

Weddings to be artistic must have bouquets to harmonise with frocks Miss Murray, 36 Willis Street. De liveries anywhere in Dominion —Advt

Mrs. J. G. Coates was entertained by the Wellington Lyceum’Club on Thursday afternoon, on the occasion of her return to Wellington. The room was decorated with pink lilies, birch, and hydrangeas. Mrs. Coates was received by the president, Mrs. J. C. Anderson, and members of the committee, Mesdames E. Smythe, J. Aston (a vicepresident), J. J. Clark, Goodwin, Wylie, and Gill, in returning thanks for her welcome the guest of honour spoke of some of the functions she had attended in England and elsewhere, referring especially to a League of Empire luncheon at the London Lyceum Club, at which she was present. She expressed pleasure at being back among her friends and with her children. Tea was served by Mesdames Wylie, Oakley, S. Aston, and H. Lyon (bon. secretary), and a programme of music was given by Mrs. Ray Brown, Airs. Treliarne and Miss Erances Henry. An apology was received from Lady Stout, who is still in Auckland.

Mr. Chapman presided at the monthly meeting of the Wellington Red Cross Committee yesterday afternoon. It was decided to hold the annual street day appeal in May. An embroidered cloth offered by Airs. Boulter for Red Cross funds was accepted. Sister Lewis reported that classes in first aid had begun and home nursing would begin shortly. - A number oi classes were already arranged and would be held at headquarters in the evenings, Petone, Chilton House School, Lower Hutt-and also Kilbirnie. About 90 garments had been given away during the montli to necessitous cases, and advice has been given in several cases. At a meeting held early in the month all members had promised help should they be needed in the case of an epidemic occurring. The report of the Junior Red Cross Secretary, Aliss Lissington, stated that correspondence had' been received from teachers at Kaipara Line, and Te Kohanga Schools, and Sister Lewis was interviewing other schools. The juniors of England have sent a beautiful banner as a token of friendship to the juniors of New Zealand. The presentation will be made bv Airs. M. Myers, who received the banner when in England, and brought it out with her. This ~ will take place on March 12. Nearly all the' circles ' are corresponding with overseas schools. In the Februarv issue of the Canadian Red Cross a most appreciative article appears on the portfolio prepared by the Waione Junior Red Cross Circle, Dannevirke, and also one prepared by the Juniors of Lyall Bay. The former sent three large portfolios, entitled, “Our Afaoris,” “Tauber,” and “Sheep Farming” .The article savs: “The book on Alaori Life,” is a little masterpiece. and will provide excellent supplementary reading for the group in Port Colborne, who receive it.

Reboux has launched another model on the millinery world. In plum coloured velvet, with a crease in the crown, this hat at Miss Samson’s is quite a definite success. For afternoon receptions, wide brimmed felts are correct in many cases, and a hat of this description is in bois de rose felt, trimmed with velvet in a deeper shade. Dull win ■ antelope makes a model, trimmed with velvet and finished with a Parisian brilliante ornament. A hat in black felt, wide, trimmed, has a vagabond crown and is trimmed with panne velvet. —Advt.

Wedding in Blenheim. At Weslev Church, Blenheim, on the evening of'Alarch 1 the marriage took place of Joan, only daughter of Air. and Airs. E. AL Rose, of “Kai Iwi,” Blenheim, to Edward Greig, eldest son of Air. and Mrs. D. Greig, of Blenheim. The marriage was solemnised by theRev. Bateup (I’lcton), and the church was prettily decorated for the occasion. The bride, who was given away by her father, wore ivory embossed georgette, set off with a handsomely embroidered white veil (nearly 200 years old, and lent by an aunt of the bride). This was arranged with the usual orange blossoms and fell over a silver tissue train. She carried a shower bouquet composed of pale pink and white carnations and maidenhair fern. 3he bridesmaids were Miss' Kathleen Wemyss, of Wellington, who wore a frock of pale green taffeta, with a panel of silver lace frills, Aliss Dorothv Alartin. of Wellington, in heliotrope taffeta. Aliss Winnie Davis (cousin of the bride), in pink taffeta, Aliss Sinclair Breen (cousin fo the* bride), in blue taffeta. All the frocks were made in the same pretty style, and each wore a silver band round her head, and carried a posy of pink and blue hydrangeas, pink roses, and maidenhair fern, and silver lace. Aliss Cara Evatt (cousin of the bride) was flower girl and wore a pink velvet frock with velvet hat to match, and carried a gold basket of rose leaves, which she scattered as the happy couple came out of the church. Air. C. Saunders carried out the duties of best man, and Alessrs. H. Greig (brother of the bridegroom), R. Agar, and R Davis (cousin of the bride) were groomsmen. After the ceremony a large reception was held at the Alasonic Hall, where Air. and Airs. E. Rose (the parents' of the bride) welcomed the guests on arrival. Alls. Rose wore a gown of black georgette with a panel embroidered in colours down the front, and a black satin hat, and carried a bouquet of pink and mauve flowers. Airs. Greig (mother of the bridegroom) wore black moracain with a rose pink hat, and carried a bouquet of pink tiger lilies. Aliss Greig (sister of the bridegroom) wore peacock blue taffeta, relieved with silver lace ar.d blue hat. Others present included Airs. Evatt (aunt of the bride), who wore a handsome gown of black satin, black satin hat, and carried a bouquet composed of pink flowers; Airs. T.'Davis (aunt of the bride), itt black satin charmeuse, black satin hat; Airs. Pawson (Auckland), (aunt of the bride), embossed flame coloured gown, fawn hat with pink; Airs. C- Parker (aunt of the bride), black satin, black hat; Airs. Crump (aunt of the bride), black satin, black hat; Airs. E. Reid, champagne coloured georgette, black hat; Airs. J. Rose (aunt of the bride), black georgette embroidered in white,’black satin hat; Aliss Lorna Rose (cousin), floral chaimeuse and pink hat. The bride’s travelling dress was a bois <Je rose crepe de chine and velvet hat'to match, and she wore a foxfur, the gift of the bridegroom. The honevmoon is being spent in the North Island.

THE ROYAL VISITORS. Ladies coming to Wellington to greet the Duke and Duchess of York are extended a rova) welcome to the premises of Cher and Co., expert furriers and ladies’ tailors. We achieve some remarkable results in all fur work. Address, 120 Alanners Street, Royal Oak Buildings.—Advt.

Airs. Recd has returned to Wellington from Dunedin.

Aliss Al. Barry, of Gisborne, is the guest of Airs. Young, Lower Hiltc.

Aliss Cohen, of Wellington, is spending a holiday with her sister, Airs. H. H. De Costa, in Gisborne.’

Aliss Aluriel Douglas, of Christchurch, is visiting Wellington as the guest of the Alisses Haise, Tinakori Road.

Lady Statham is in Wellington for the festivities in connection with the Royal visit.

A verv enjovable afternoon was spent on the Waimarie Croquet Chib’s lawns on Wednesday, when the members oi the club, assisted bv a number of the Artillery Queen’s Committee, made an effort to raise funds in aid of the Artillery queen (Aliss E. Norwood). During the afternoon several competitions were plaved. The winners of the competitions were: Rings. Airs. Foster; hurry sCurrv, Alesdames Bock and Strand; golf,'Airs. Alexander; French, Airs. Savage. Afternoon tea was provided by the Girls’ Committee and much enjoyed.

The dressing and general mounting of “Frasquita," the spectacular J. C. Williamson comic opera, by Franz Leliar (composer of “The Alerry Widow”), to be presented at the Grand Opera House this evening, are described as being most beautiful, and in exquisite taste. Miss Alarie Burke, who is said to have added to her laurels by achieving a wonderful success in the title role, wears some gorgeous costumes, and these have a special appeal to women by reason of their variety and richness. The transition of Frasquita from the gailyattired wandering gipsy dancing girl to the beautifully-formed woman of the second and third acts synchronises most artistically with the progress of this charming opera, and provides fine opportunities for colourful and attractive dressing. These, it is stated, have been made the most of by the skilful producer and the costiimiercs, with the result that throughout the evening a picturesque community is presented whose frocking (to quote a southern writer) “offers a new standard of excellence for musical comedy producers to emulate.” Aliss Thelma Burness also wears some attractive girlish frocks, while the chorus and ballets provide a kaleidoscopic picture of gay colour, beautiful dresses, and wonderfully striking spectacular effect.

The marriage was solemnised recently at St. I’cter’s Church, Wanganui, by the Rev. Alalcolm, of Airs. Jean Millicent Codins, late of Wellington and Ohakune, to Air. John Lawson Cameron, oi Wanganui.

Airs. W. Saleen and Aliss C. Bridge, of Gisborne, have come to Wellington to witness the festivities in connection with the Royal visit.

Airs Al. L. Holden, of Potiawa, and her guest, Aliss Lulu Cohen, of Sydnev have loft Gisborne for Wellington, where they will witness the festivities consequent on the Royal visit.

A quiet but pretty wedding was solemnised at St. Paul’s Catliedial, un; edin, on Tuesday night-, bebiuary la, when the marriage was celebrated of Eileen voungest daughter of Air. mid Airs. Percy H. Alartin, of Dunedin, and John Hugh, only son of Airs. Margaret Hennessy and the late Air. John Hennessv, of I’ongaroa, Wairarapa. The Rev. V. G. Bryan King performed the ceremony, and Air. Hevwood presided at the oigan. The bride, who was given away by her father, looked charming in a simple frock of white georgette, relieved with dainty flowers in shades of pink, lavender, and green on the skirt. Her beautifully embroidered tulle veil was held in place by a circlet of orangeblossoms, and her bouquet was ot white lilies and roses and maidenhair fern. The Alisses Alinnie and Jessie Alartin (sisters of the bride) and Aliss Nancy Jeff, who acted as bridesmaids, were becomingly dressed in frocks of beaded georgette m shades of green, apricot, and lavender respectively. They wore silver coronets, and carried beautiful bouquets in colours to match their frocks. Air. Douglas Smith was best man, and Mr. Harry Smith was groomsman. Alter the ceremony a reception was held at the Somerset Lounge, Savoy, which looked charming with its decorations of pink larkspur and suspended wedding bells.

"Posy- pockets” are a fancy of the hour. They are made of clusters of artificial flowers, which match the colour of the frock, and are stitched on to the side of the skirt with many-coloured threads (states a London correspondent). For instance, a frock in shades of mauve and violet crepe de chine will have a posy pocket recalling parma violets stitched on the left-hand side of the skirt, or a model in mauve and blue may be decked with a posy of bluebells. Even more general is the vogue of posies, fashioned from wool. Lastly, the posy craze has persuaded certain girls, who cultivate a charging demureness, to wear flat bunches of artificial flowers over the ears, in place of the, conventional jewelled earrings. these ear-posies may take the form of go Id roses, which hang from the hair with gleaming buds; again, a central flower may be surrounded with tiny buds, and the whole surrounded by a frill of silk lace, suggesting a miniature bridal bouquet of the Early Victorian pattern.

FROCKS OF THE PAGEANT "QUEENS” The frocks of the Queens in the Searchlight Tattoo, now being held at Newtown Park, deserve sonic attention. Thev are historically accurate, anti are the same as those worn at the famous Wemblev Exhibition. , . The frock of “Berengana (Aliss Doreen McCubbin) is of mauve brocade with a high waist and full skirt, longer at the back than in front, and with tight sleeves that have an over-sleeve which ends at the elbow. She wears a small crown and a short veil. Her maids of honour have flowing gowns in purple and wine-coloured brocade, and wear veils of net which fall from a fillet round their heads. “Boadicea” (Mrs. Z. B. I’ocock) wears a long white gown banded with blue, and with full sleeves. She wears a veil also and a bandeau of golden leaves. Iler maids have frocks in the same stvle. . ’“.Margaret of Anjou” (Miss. A. Rubenstein) wears a rich gown of white edged with fur, a bright green velvet mantle banded with ermine, aud a pa e green veil. Her maids dress m P alc green edged with ermine and brilliant red and gold brocade. Like the princesses in the old fairy stories, they wear conical-shaped headdresses with a veil hanging from the top. “Queen Anne” (Miss Eileen Norwoocl) wears a panniered frock of pink, with a pointed bodice and bertha collar. The underskirt is quilted and liar rows of lace at the hem. She wears a large, black hat with a white plume, and a white curled wig. Her maids have frocks of the same style in shaded blue and white. They also, wear big hats and wigs. * . “Victoria” (Aliss Muriel Fraser) wears a pink crinoline frock, the skirt trimmed with rows of ribbon and lace. She wears a poke bonnet with pmk ostrich feathers, and a satin bow. under the chin. Her maids wear crinoline frocks in green, yellow, black, and pink, with bonnets to match. “Britannia” (Miss Noeline Bevan) wears the conventional costume which we have come to associate with “the ladv on the penny,” and her maids arc dressed to represent the various British colonies.