HERE AND THERE

Evening Post, Volume CX, Issue 49, 26 August 1930, Page 13

HERE AND THERE

A Pleasant Afternoon. A very pleasant afternoon was spent recently when Mrs. W. Atkins, Sherwood street, Lower Hutt, entertained a number of friends of Miss Bita Williams on the occasion of her approaching marriage. Musical items were given by a number of the guests, and some very enjoyable competitions were held. Among those present were Mesdames M'Kain, Boyes, Lowe, Shearer, Beid, Misses Williams, Atkins (3), Donnelly, Vaughan, .Melrose, Carroll, Harriss, Smith, Parlanc, Lucena, and Keltic. Wellington East Girls' College. A delightful bridge evening was held recently at the residence of Mr. Jackson, president of the Wellington East Girls' College Association, for the purposo of adding to tho funds which the Ladies' Auxiliary is continuously raising for tho improvement of the College surroundings. The number of players present indicated the keen interest of members of tho auxiliary. The president and his wife cordially welcomed all the players. During the serving of an enjoyable supper Mr. Jackson presented prizes to the following winners: —First, Mrs. Sturzaker; second, Mrs. Cox; consolation prizes, Mrs. A. Duncan and Mr. Dixon. The evening concluded with many expressions of appreciation of the action of Mr. and Mrs. Jackson in . arranging such a pleasant gathering. "French Leave." A tradition of more than' SOU years was broken at Oxford on 3rd March, when St. John's College Mummers presented their annual play with a girl in the cast, states an exchange. The play chosen was Reginald Berkeley's "French Leave," and Miss Sylvia Sharpe, playing the part of the officer's wife who visits her husband in the battle area, was the first woman to appear in a production by the Mummers since their foundation in 1602. Previously they had always adhered to the ancient custom of having women's parts played by young men. Melba's Flat in Paris. There is no talk of Melba returning to Australia, at least not for a year or so, states an exchange. k She is living in Paris, and travellers report that she has a wonderful flat, furnished entirely in the modern manner and, of course, in the greatest luxury. Exquisite handpainted panels adorn her grey and silver bedroom with its built-in bed and silken canopy, and the carpets, thick and soft, are hand-woven in exquisite colours. The lighting is concealed and burns from glass panels in the walls in the modern manner. ■'■ . Rongotai College. . The usual end of term dance in connection, with Bongotai College was held at the Taia Hall, tinder the auapiees of the school and the Old Boys' Association. A joint committed from, both was responsible for the excellent arrangements. Over 170 guests were present. Excellent music was supplied by the orchestra, and the duties of M.C. were ably discharged by.Mr. X, M'Donald. Among those present were Mr. and Mrs. F. Martyn Renner, Mr. G. Benner, Miss Hodgkinson, Mr. and Mrs. Heron, Mr. and Mrs. Walsh, Messrs. H. T. M. Fathers, J. E. Tier, B. W. Edwards, Mr. Lang, Lieut.-CoL and Mrs. Avery, Captain and Mrs, Burge, Mr. and Mrs. Wallace, Mr, and Mrs. Ayson, Madame Bligh, Mrs. Holmes-Edge, Mrs. Davidson, Mrs. Miller, Messrs. Tipping, Conner, Miller, Tahiwi; and' a large number "of the school prefects and members of the Old Boys' Association. As a result of tho great siiecess of the function, it will probably become an annual one, as it will serve the purpose of bringing the present and past pupils more closely together. . , ■ Prince of Wales's Birthday. The Prince of Wales spent his birthday very quietly at York House, states an English writer. The morning and afternoon vere kept free for him, but he had an official engagement at night when he attended the annual dinner, of the Dogra Brigade. The Prince attends each year the dinner of one of the Indian brigades, of which he is colonel-in-chief, and, in spite of the fact that, it was his birthday, rather than disappoint his brother officers he : decided to attend their dinner, since "it had been fixed for the 23rd.- The Prince never cares to give too much importance to his birthday, but his small niece and nephews consider it a most outstanding event, and Princess Elizabeth and the two sons of Princess Mary prepared a special surprise present which they handed to the Prince themselves. An Indian Poetess. ■ . . A woman whose name is prominent in present-day Indian affairs is Mrs. Sarojini Naidu, who is describedin an overseas paper as one of the most practi-cally-minded women-who has ever taken part in public life. She is one of the two women who have occupied the position of president of the All-India National Congress, the other being Mrs. Annie Besant. As well as being a firstrate business woman Mrs. Naidu is also a poetess of considerable ability and a most eloquent speaker. A Scottish Sculptress. An interesting visitor to Johannesbury recently was Mrs. Kennedy, better known as Miss Hazel Armour, tho Scottish sculptress, states an exchange. Mrs. Kennedy's usual work is figure modelling and portrait work in bronze. She first appreciated tho fascination of the South African native as a model when she visited tho country three years ago, and on her last visit she mado studies of which sho intends to make use later. A Sadder and Wiser Man. Why should men be forced to stifle in stiff collars and tight-fitting clothes with the mercury at 76 in the shade? So thought Mr. John Mackenzie, a young poster artist, at Brighton, when tho sun was making up for lost time the other afternoon. Then a bright idoa struck him (states an English exchange). Mr. Mackonzio ordered a natty littlo suit of tropical shantung shorts, embroidered with purple braid, and a jacket to match. For his head ho purchased a coloured panama; as footgear he wore a pair of scarlet sandals. Thus arrayed he sallied forth. And this is what happened, as he related it. His fiancee had hysterics and broke off her engagement. A dog bit him on t*he leg. He lost an important contract. A maiden lady called him a menace to Brighton. Mr. Mackenzie is now a sadder and wiser man. He is gqing back to trousers and bowlers! Eoseneath Basketball Club. A successful danco was held by the members of the Roseneath Basketball Club in Miss Margaret O'Connor's Studio, to celebrate the winning of tho sixth grade championship and seven-a-side tournaments. The ballroom was very gay with balloons and streamers, and the music played by the orchestra was much ..appreciated. There were many beautiful dresses worn, among them being thoso of Miss Brenda Clarke (club captain), in white georgette; Miss Miriam Lycett, in green goi'gette; Miss Juno Willson (club secretory), green georgette and satin; Miss Joyce Downos, green georgette and silver; Miss (Jwen Joblin, floral taffeta; Miss Nancy- Bagant, green taffeta; Miss Fanny Glazer, lemon orgame} Miss Bita Clarke, green satin

and tulle; Miss Joau Gallagher, green georgette; Miss Peggy Pegram, green lace-. Members of tho seventh grade team were also present. The hostesses were: Mrs. L. M'Grogor (president), in black georgette and lace, and Mrs. W. Downes, in mauve georgette. Mr. W. Nicholson was M.C. Miss B. Burnoy and Mr. K. Spry gavo an exhibition dance, Miss Burney wearing lemon georgette and silver. Among the guests were: Miss K. Bhodes and Mr. A. Taplin, Mr. F. Fauvel, Mr. J. Bowie, Mr. A. Earnshaw, Miss B. Powrie and Mr. F. Simpson, Miss E. Lowe, Miss I. Hall, Mrs. W. Nicholson, Mr. F. Clarice, and Mr. W. Downes. ■ \ A Three-year-old Hostess. Patricia, Lady Mountbatten's elder daughter, is a most self-possessed little person( states a London exchange). One day a groat friend of her mother's called at their town house,: and there was no one in to receive her but Patricia, who was then three years old. Patricia sat gravely on ■■ the ; ... extreme edge of a very big chair, and when the guest rose to go Patricia led. her to the door and rang the bell for-tho lift— a perfect little hostess at the-ago. of three! . , ■ London's "Lido." :.:;>■.:: London now has its ow.n: Lido—:at half-past 4L' d 'clock on Monday afternoon, 18th June, a rioV era was opened in the history of Hyde Park, states a writer to "The Leader." Mixed bathing was allowed oh the Serpentine, and Mr. Lansbury's'plans for brighter London parks have reached yet another stage in their fulfilment. There is no doubt about the success,of Lansbury's Lido. The spell of hot weather has assured its triumph, and already different arrangements have boon made, about the bathing hours. Now, oh week days, there is to be all day bathing, although Sunday hours are remaining the same for tho.present, that is, from 6 a.m. to 10 a.m. On tho first day that mixed bathing was allowed 1000 people had entered the Serpentine by 2 o'clock, in the afternoon, and in honour of the event the bathers appeared ia - tke brightest bathing suits,'rp. that,the Serpentine presonted a very animated scene indeed. Many working girls are " already forming the habit of bringing a picnic lunch with them to-the Lido, having a swim beforehand, and.thgn lying, in the sun, eating their sandwiches at perfect peace with the^wprlcL, ■ -

On 14th July, at Folkestone the marriage took place; of Mr.. J.: B. Peyton Sadler, the Sherwood ; .Foresters', to Mrs. Margaret Mary Crawford, daughter of Mrs. Tumbull and the late Mr. W. H. Turnbull, of Wellington. ,_\ • .;/.