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Another V.A.D. Circle Formed,

Forty-five members of the younger set of the Victoria League, in response to the appeal to Wellington women to train for national service, have formed a V.A.D. circle. The first meeting, which was held on Tuesday night, was opened by Captain Galloway, honorary secretary of the Red Cross Spciety. He expressed appreciation of, the younger Set's .initiative, and also took the opportunity of thanking the members for their kindness to the Red Cross Society. Sister Richards gave the lecture, and both she and Captain Galloway were thanked on behalf of the members End-of-Season Dance. A most enjoyable time was spent recently, in the Masonic HalL Petone, when members and friends of St. Augustine's Tennis Clufc foregathered on the occasion of the end-of-season dance and presentation of trophies won during the season The decorations were of multi-coloured streamers and Chinese lanterns and spirited music was provided by a dance band. The committee comprised Mrs. W. Warrington (who wore turquoise cloque), Miss A. Scott (fuchsia taffeta), and Miss M. McBride (magnolia lace), and Messrs. Warrington T. Clark. K. Landon, M. Mitchell, J. Lambourne, T. Gray, and V. Weatherley. After supper the Rev. H. S. I. Kenney presented the various trophies and prizes and referred to the very happy and successful season which had been enjoyed by club members. Others present were Mr. W. Warrington, Mr. and Mrs. E. Pawson, Mr. and Mrs. G. Rouse, Mrs. Lanham; Misses V. Blythe, L. Butler, A. Bowden, E. Edney, M. Eggleston, F. Evans, M Ford, E. Flux, R. Gillon, M. Heron, I. Higgiris, *L. Jenness, B. Johnston. B. Kane, S. Lee, P. Laery, L. McKercher, M. Magrath, N. Parrant, N. Pawson, M. Spevin, J. Urquhart; and Messrs. R. C> Le Land, J. Baker. T. Clark, J. Evans, K. Fauvel, T. Grey, K. Grey, G. Hunter, B. Hurliman, T. Jones, J. James, E. Kingdon, J. Kyle, J. King, J. Lambourne, XL. London, M. Mitchell, R. Okeby, D. Parata, M. Rose. R. Swain, D. Spevin, J. Spen.ce, O. Udy, and V. Weatherley. Hataitai Red Cross Society. A gratifying report and balance sheet was submitted at the first annual meeting of the Hataitai sub-centre of the Red Cross Society. Mrs. A.. L. Laurenson presided, and introduced Captain Galloway. He congratulated the branch on its successful year and gave an interesting talk on the history of the British' Red Cross Society. The committee placed ~m record its appreciation of the work done by the president, Mrs. Laurenson, Mrs. Hart (who organised and conducted classes), Mrs. McDonald, Captain Galloway, trustees of the church and school. Mr. Smith (auditing), and many other helpers in the district. The election of officers resulted as follows:—President, Mrs. A. L. Laurenson: hon. secretary, Mrs. C. P. Ridge; treasurer. Mrs. J. H. McKay; committee. Mesdame? Smith. Craig. Hay-Barclay. Cathie, Reid, Binnie, Jack. Officer. McGregor, Cockerill, Hart. Wallace. Rough. Shakes, and Miss Bickwell. ' j Red Cross Social Club. j The fifth annual meeting of the Red Cross Social Club was held recently, the majority of those present having joined the club when it was first formed. The annual report was read by Mrs. Angus, who later thanked the members for their co-operation I throughout the year. The election ofl officers resulted as follows:—President, Mrs. E. G. Downes; vice-presidents,' Lady Shirtcliffe, Mrs. Alexander Gillies Mrs. L. H Angus. Mrs. Webb; joint

secretaries, Mrs. Fowler and Mrs. Stevens. It was stated that the Red Cross Social Club was formed with I the object of furthering the humanitarian work of the Red Cross Society by raising funds to help the sick and distressed. Members of the club were always ready to assist any charitable work, and were full of enthusiasm for their work, which could be described in one word —"Service." "New Zealand Homes." "New Zealand Homes" was the subject of an address given by Mrs. de Muth at a meeting of the Te Whare Puni circle of the University Women's Club Man's mastery over material gave greater scope for artistry in building, she said Individual expression in the choice of colour made for beauty. The need was stressed of cultivating the young mind in home-mak-ing and decorating. The standard of New Zealand homes was discussed with j a desire for better housing conditions. Institute Meeting- at Levin. There was a good attendance of members at a recent meeting of the I Levin Women's Institute, which was held recently in the Oddfellows' Hall. The newly-elected president, Mrs. H. iS. Powell, was in the chair. PresentaI tions were made to the retiring officers, Mesdames C. E. Thorpe (president), W. Ransom (secretary), and Inglis (treasurer). Eleven new members and five junior members were elected. Mrs. McCartney, who was the winner of the points prize for the monthly competitions, was presented with a salad set.' After (he business of the meeting was conducted the evening was spent socially. Songs and elocutionary items were contributed by Mrs. Allen, Mrs. McAneny, and Miss Monro. Mrs. Meddings and Miss Wilson were the | winners of a competition. Supper was | served by* the members of the committee. Drama Club- Re-opens. The first meeting of the Wellington College Old Girls' Drama Club was held in St,. Peter's Clubrooms, Willis | Street, early this week. The following officers were elected:—Misses J. I Lankshear, N. Guineven. M. Heine-! raann, P. Innes. R. Bitossi. and B. Urquhart. A one-act play was read. I Plimmerton Women's Institute. The Plimmerton Women's Institute met at St. Andrew's Hall recently,, when members and visitors were wel-j corned by Mrs. McDermid, who pre-j | sided at the meeting. Mrs. E. Guyton was elected as secretary and Mrs. S. Griffith-; as treasurer. Mrs. J. i Hume addressed members, her su,D----i ject being the Women's Institute Court |L. the forthcoming Centennial Exhibition: and the guest speaker for the afternoon was Mrs. L. Hill, who. ck?- ---'• lighted her audience with a most in--1 teresting and educative description of her trip to England. Afternoon tea was served. League of. Mothers Meet. An Easter message wa^ given by Mrs. Blamires in her talk to the Island Bay-Berhampore branch of the League of Mothers at a recent meeting. Mrs. Janson, president, thanked Mrs Blamires for her inspiring ' address and presented her with a spray of red roses. Mrs. f. Williams sang two appropriate songs and received a posy. Miss Davison gave the thought for the month, "He who does a kindness to another does a greater one to himself." Afternoon tea was served. Floral Initials. Newer than posies or flower bouquets are floral initials made up of small blooms, such as grape hyacinths, polyanthus, rosebuds, and mimosa, states the "Daily Telegraph." These are being

made up in a new nower salon. L-ast season some debutantes complained that bouquets were awkward to hold when dancing; flower initials are a novel solution of the problem of a gift of flowers. Lace instead of ribbon as being used to tie bridal bouquets for spring weddings. Cigarette Holders for Guests. Details for smoking form an important part in the planning of modern reception rooms, writes a correspondent in the "Daily Telegraph." Cigarette holders of fine white paper were provided, for instance, by Lady Carlisle in her new home in Chelsea in draw-ing-room, study, and dining-room. They ; are stacked in coloured glass vases that i match coloured glass bowl table lamps in green, plum, and amber colour. Book-match folders are now more popular than the miniature boxes. Lady Curzon and Lord Holden are. among those who have their initials stamped on the match folders Lord and Lady Rosebery have their cigarettes initialled. These are made rather longer than usual.