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Evening Post, Volume CXXVI, Issue 89, 12 October 1938, Page 18

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Boys' Institute. A meeting of the ladies' auxiliary of the Wellington Boys' Institute, held in the Institute Building, Tasman Street, was presided over by the hon. president, Mrs. W. Stewart. The matron reported that there had been several cases of measles in the home during the past month. The matron gratefully acknowledged the gifts of flowers from i Mrs. Murphy, of Pahautahui, a boy's i dressing gown from Mrs. R. Hedges, and oranges and lemons from an anonymous donor. Very satisfactory reports from the visiting committees were received. A motion of deep sympathy was passed with Mrs. J. A. Campbell (honorary member of the auxiliary) in the loss she had sustained by the death of her husband. Weekly Card Party. i The Kilbirnie auxiliary branch of j the Returned Soldiers' Association was "at home" last night, for its weekly card party at the clubrooms, Bay Road. A very enjoyable evening- was spent by the guests, and the resul> of the card games were:—-Bridge, Mrs. M. Leathwick and Mr. B. C. Cull;' "500," Mrs.

C. D. Wood and Mr.H. Milsom; competitions, Mrs. H. Wrigley ahd Mr. J. M. Calder. Supper was served by the ladies' committee during'the interval, and the pre'sideht'^ef^^the ladies' auxiliary,: MrsvH. Q.-Brace; reminded guests of the entertainment, promoted by her committee; to be held in the clubrooms next week for the benefit of the soldier patients at Porirua Hospital. "Six O'clock Party." ; Mr. and Mrs: Bernard Withers entertained a large number of young friends ] of their daughter Mollie and son John J recently at a bright "six o'clock party" i at their home in Wadestown. Mrs. Withers wore a charming frock of chocolate lace fur-trimmed and a georgette redingote to tone. Miss Withers, who helped her mother to receive the guests, wore olive green crepe sashed with oriental lame. The receptionrooms were gay with spring flowers, and savoury snacks were the order of the night. Towards ten o'clock la.number of the guests left for the Crow's Nest, while the remainder stayed and made merry until a late hour. Tight Hats for Race-goers. Occasional showers and a gusty wind made the choice of frocking difficult for those who attended:the last day of the Auckland Hacing Club?s SpringMeeting at Ellerslie on Monday,- states the "New Zealand Herald." Hats had to be of the type which clung: firmly to the head and frocks, coats and suits had to be fairly warm. Most race-goers solved the problem by wearing small felt hats and lightweight suits with a fur or fur cape, while other chose light silk frocks to wear under their furtrimmed or fur coats. The choice of colour struck a fairly sombre note, except for the clover shades, which looked mo 4 attractive in suits and ensembles. The popularity of black was again proved, while the other, popular choice was navy. . Opening of *Truby King House. A great deal of interest is attached to the opening of "Truby King House," the late residence of Sir Truby King, which he bequeathed to the Plunket Society, and which will be opened shortly. Her Excellency, Viscountess Galway, has kindly consented to offici-j ate on the occasion. The committee has arranged this function just at the time when the gardens are at their best, and the rhododendrons will be in special beauty-*they are always a joy to visitors to the Karitane Hospital. Arrangements have been made . for special buses, so visitors will have no difficulty in arriving on "the heights," which otherwise seem rather inaccessible. .-,-■•.■ Coastal Towns' Plunket Society. The coastal towns' branch of the Plunket Society held a vpry successful "barn dance" at Porirua, when over 200 people danced to excellent music. Prizes for the most appropriate dresses were won by Mesdames Morrow and Lambert and the Misses Ryan and Haigh. A delectable supper was provided and served by. the members. Mrs. Gray and her committee wish to take this opportunity of thanking all those who contributed to the success of the evening. A Morning Tea. Members lof the Dominion Advisory Board of the Women's Division of the Farmers' Union who were in Wellington last week, were entertained at morning tea at Kirkcaldie's by the committee of the Wellington" branch. This opportunity of. meeting the officials informally was greatly appreciated by officers and members alike. Mrs. Goodson (president) welcomed the guests and Mrs. Wickham (Dominion president) returned thailks for the pleasant hour all had spent together. Gift of Eggs. A meeting of the Tawa Flat Women's Institute was held recently. Mrs. Leadley presided, and she was given a warm welcome, having rer cently been absent through illness* The roll call ("a funny incident in my life") proved very amusing. Eggs donated by the members were collected and sent to the Plunket Society. Mrs. Leadley gave a short reading on Czechoslovakia. Afternoon tea was served. I