Traffic Department Dance For City Mission

Dominion, Volume 28, Issue 226, 21 June 1935, Page 4

Traffic Department Dance For City Mission

Dancing space ’was almost at a premium on the floor of the Pharmacy Hall, Cambridge Terrace, last evening, when a most successful dance, organised by members of the Wellington City Corporation traffic department, was held, in aid of funds for Mrs. Knox Gilmer’s City Mission fund. The hall presented a gay sight, with its many dancers, and its somewhat novel mural decorations. The orchestra, which was most generous with its encores, was housed on a quaintly decorated dais, and feather palms surrounded the sitting-out places at the corners of the room. The supper-room was tastefully decorated, the flowers on the tables being arranged in vases in which were sprigs of foliage. Also on the tables were streamers of blue and gold, the department’s colours. . During the evening, items were rendered by Messrs. T. Broughton and G. Sutherland, the latter giving his in Scotch costume. Exhibitions of the latest dances were greatly appreciated, and much amusement was created by the novelty dances, for which there were tempting prizes. The committee responsible for the success of the dance comprised Mesdames Broughton, Tickner, Seaton, Redding, West, Hood, Cook, Messrs. F. Tickner, W. McKeen, F. Coles, J. Cook, H. Redding, T. Broughton. C. Hood. The hosts and hostesses for the evening were the chief traffic inspector, Mr. L. S. Drake, and Mrs. Drake, the latter wearing black ring velvet and georgette, with diamante clip; and the assistant-chief traffic inspector, Mr. F. McCourtie, and Mrs. McCourtie, the latter in mus-quash-brown velvet and lace. Apologias for absence were received from the Mayor, Mr. T. C. A. Hislop, and Mrs. Hislop, and the town clerk, Mr. E. P. Norman, and Mrs. Norman. Dancing continued until a late hour, when the playing of the National Anthem brought to a close a thoroughly enjoyable evening. England Bound Mrs, H. W. Kersley gave a farewell party at the D.I.C. tea rooms yester day afternoon for Miss E. M. Martin, who will leave for England on a homeward trip shortly, after a lengthy holiday in New Zealand. A basket of orange berries decorated the attractive tea table and the guests were Mrs. A. L. Wall, Miss L. Finlay. Miss B. Kersley and Miss M. Martin.

St. John’s Hostel Dance

A cheery party was held at St. John's Hostel, Willis Street, Wellington, on Wednesday night in honour of the matron, Miss Hetty Campbell-Peart, and Mr. S. G. Mclntosh, who will shortly be married. The room for dancing was tastefully decorated in orange and lemon and the lighting effects threw into relief the frocks of the dancers. Mr. It. E. Old acted as M.C., and opportunity was taken by Mr. C. E. Palmer, on behalf of the residents, to present Miss Campbell-Peart and Mr. Mclntosh with a silver serving set and ash tray to convey to them their best wishes for a happy future. Those present included: Mrs. Lorna Puflett, Misses Jean Shallerass, Doris Orr, Nancy Preston, Gladys Clark, Pauline Stafford, Noreen Norton, Nancy Thomson, Margaret Julius, Jean Jeff-

ries, Pamela Moynihan; Dorothy Bush, Ellie Ashby, and Messrs. W. B. Gosnell, J. M. Wilson, B. D. A. Greig, J. S. Reid, J. M. Stephenson, J. 0. Townsley, M. Gage, IV. I. Gibson, L. 11. Marchant, R. E. C. Belitson, L. G. Piper, J. 11. Hall, C. Brown, H. Anderson, A. E. Bone, W. E. Davidson and T. Lang.

Coin Afternoon

Mr§, T. B. Strong welcomed over 100 members and friends of the Women’s Social Progress Movement to her home in Thompson Street yesterday afternoon, and a very pleasant tinie was spent in the warmth and comfort of her drawing-room. It was a coin afternoon to assist the funds of the movement, and Mrs. R. Pearson, acting-president, took the opportunity of speaking briefly about its aims and ideals, and the work they hoped to do in the near future. A competition caused much amusement. and there was a delightful programme of music and recitations Mrs. Wilfred An-’-ews gave great pleasure with 'her singing, with a violin cbblig’ato played by Mrs. H. S. Robertson. She responded to several encores, and Mrs; Robertson also played violin solos, accompanied by Mrs. B. L. Dullard. Miss Jean Dallard’s recitations were much enjoyed. Afternoon tea was served. Votes of thanks were passed to Mrs. Strong for her geuerosity in lending her house, and- to those who had contributed to the programme. Farewell Tea Party Mrs. P. W. Robertson gave a delightful afternoon tea party.yesterday afternoon to enable her to say good-bye to some of her many friends before she sails for England. The reception-room was gay with fragrant spring flowers, rose pink camellias, feathery pink heath and leculia and a delicious tea was served to the pleasant accompaniment of friendly conversation. Mrs, Robertson w’ore a smart black braided coat over a black frock, with an oyster satin and net jabot. She wore a small black hat and a posy of red rosebuds. Miss Monica Robertson wore a tunic suit of navy blue, with scarlet belt and collar. Her hat was navy blue. Among the guests were: Mrs. and Miss Bucklin, Mrs. T. A. Hunter, Mrs. Robison, Mrs. Tringham, Mrs. J. S. Elliott, Mrs. C.. Nathan, Mrs. Penseler, Mrs. Frank Leckie, Mrs. G. Muntz, Mrs. Brandon, Mrs. Litchfield, Mrs. Stanton Harcourt, Mrs. Thodey, Mrs. Pat Marshall, Mrs. Moncur, Mrs. Grenfell Morgan, Mrs. Hugh Vickerman, Mrs. Hassell, Mrs. Bowerbank, Mrs. Pharazyn, Mrs. Kemp, Mrs. Moore, Mrs. Geoff. Shirtcliife, Mrs. Cohen, Mrs. C. ’White, Mrs. McConochie, Mrs. Pope, Mrs. Clayton, Mrs. Parker, Mrs. Maudesley, Miss Butts, Mrs. Marsden, Mrs. Heslop, Mrs. Williams, IJJjs. Sinclair Thompson, Mrs. Cotton Maclean, Mrs. Buxton, Mrs. Gibson Stott, Mrs. Gray - Young, Mrs. Murphy, Mrs. Campbell, Mrs. W. Pearce, Mrs. Frank Grear, Mrs. B. ’’Mundell, Mrs. F. Nathan, Mrs. Von Zedlitz, Mrs. Phil Nathan, Mrs. Nairn, Miss Joan Carey.

Afternoon Party

Poppies of every shade of narcissi were arrayed at the drawing room of Mrs. Duncan Bauchop’s home in Easdale Street yesterday afternoon, when she invited a number of friends to meet her sister-in-law, Mrs. F. H. Hinds, Whitianga, Mercury Bay, who Is staying with her. In the dining,room, the colour scheme was shades of violet, attractive bowls of violets being placed at intervals on the dining table. Large fires in both rooms created a Warm and cheery atmosphere. During the afternoon Miss Imelda Fama gave some greatly appreciated piano solos. Mrs. Bauchop received her guests wearing a frock of jubilee blue silk marocain and velvet, and her guest was in brown and white silk.

Among those present were: Mrs. G. A. Bucklin, Mrs. Vaughan Morgan, Mrs. J. Payne, Madame Nihotte. Mrs. Masdubost, Miss Archibald, Miss Matthews, Mrs. Symon, Mrs. Florance, Mrs. Boyd-Wilson, Mrs. Hassall, Mrs. H. D. Raphael, Mrs. 11. F. O’Leary, Mrs. Owen, Mrs. Ferguson, Mrs. B. Mills, Mrs. 11. G. Miller, Mrs. Armour, Miss’ E. Myers.

Bridge Afternoon

A successful bridge afternoon was held at the St. John Ambulance rooms on Tuesday in aid of the funds of the Wellington centre. The hall was decorated with spring flowers and comfortably heated. Mrs. J. S. Elliott, who acted on behalf of the association as hostess, met the guests on arrival, and thanked them for their attendance and support of the work carried out by the association. She was ably assisted by Mesdames C. B. Gaby, E. M. Osborn, and C. Meachen. The association desires to thank the various ladies whp were unable to arrange tables, but who made various contributions, including cakes and sweets. It is hoped that a further bridge evening will be arranged in the near future.

Hockey Club Evening

An enjoyable evening was spent in the Jewish Ladies’ Club on Tuesday, when the College Old Girls’ Hockey Club held their first “mother and daughter” evening. An energetic committee. headed by Misses Mollie Cooper, Joyce Yeateman and Ria Walker, had provided for the entertainment of all present. Several items were given, among them being a very amusing play, “Through the Ages,” which was staged by six of the hockey girls. The happy evening was brought to a close by the singing of “Auld Lang Syne.” Among those present were: Mesdames Bitossi, Yeateman, Wiflin, Hallewell, E. Cooper. Carr, and Misses B. Charles, I. Pickering, P. Hilkie. P. and M. Rofe, D. Hill, M, Wiffin, M. Wagg, and R. Bitossi. Mr. and Mrs. D. Baird, Yarrawonga, Victoria, and formerly of Totara Flat, West Coast, who are touring New Zealand, are the guests of Air. and Mrs. W. D. Campbell. Longburn.