WEDDINGS

Evening Star, Issue 21093, 4 May 1932, Page 13

WEDDINGS

HAYWARD—JONES. A very pretty wedding was solemnised in the Hanover Street Baptist Church on Saturday evening, April 23, when Lilian Estelle, only daughter of Sir and Sirs George S. Jones, of Islington street. North-east Valley, was united in matrimony to Herbert John-, second son of Mr J. B. Hayward, of Claremont street, Roslyn, the officiating minister being Rev. E. S. Tuckwell, B.A. The church was prettily decorated with chrysanthemums in autumn tints, the guests’ pews being tied with bronze ribbon. The bride looked charming in an ankle-length frock of'"ivory satin, her veil of embroidered silk tulle being arranged with orange blossoms and fell in soft folds to form a graceful train. She carried a beautiful bouquet of white roses, chrysanthemums, and frcosias, and was attended by two bridesmaids, the Misses Jessie and Ivy Kay, who also wore ankle-length gowns of turquoise blue and peach satin respectively, with black felt hats and trimmings to tone, and carried bouquets of bronze chrysanthemums. The bridegroom was attended by Mr Allan Kay and Mi- George Austin as groomsmen. Messrs J. Pullen and R. Johnston made very efficient ushers. At the conclusion of the ceremony a beautiful solo was rendered by Mr George Salmond. On leaving the church the bridal party was met by a guard of honour formed by the Hanover Baptist Harriers, of whom the bridegroom was an honoured member. Later a reception was held at the Strand Salon, where Mr and Mrs Jones received their guests, Mrs Jones wearing a French frock of black lace and georgette and black felt hat relieved with white, an a bouquet of tiny roses. The Rev. E. S. Tuckwell presided, the usual toasts were honoured and telegrams and cables were read. Mrs Jackson Purdie and Mr George Salmond added considerably to the enjoyment of the evening. The happy couple left later by car for the north amidst showers of confetti and good wishes, the bride travelling in a navy tailored costume, a small navy hat, and a beautiful fox fur.

YOUNG—SMITH. On Wednesday, April Id, a very pretty wedding was solemnised in First Church, Dunedin, when Winifred, only daughter of Mr and Mrs Andrew Smith, of Macandrew Bay, Dunedin, was united in the bonds of holy matrimony to Roderick John, eldest son of Mrs T. Young, Scotland street, Dunedin. The ceremony was performed by the llev. W. Allan Stevely, M.A., while Dr V. E. Galway presided at the organ. Mr Harold Bain was responsible for the tasteful decorating of the church with a beautiful blending of autumn foliage. The popularity of the young couple was evinced by the large attendance at the church. Preceded by the bridesmaids and to the strains of the ‘ Wedding March,’ the bride entered on her father’s arm looking very charming in parchment satin cut on princess lines with fitting lace sleeves from the elbow. Her beautiful veil of lace and tulle was held in place with a Juliette cap of pearls, she carried a muff of rucked satin trimmed with lily of the valley and streamers, which completed an extremely pretty picture. The bride was attended by three bridesmaids—Miss Ruby Sargeant, who was attired in a parchment lace frock, made on fitting linos with a skirt flaring below the knees and trimmed with georgette rucking; .while: Miss Ngaric Walls - (cousin of the bride) and Miss Hilda MTntosh were attired in softly flounced ci'eam georgette frocks. All three wore velvet turbans of green rose and blue respectively, and carried bouquets to tone. Mr Colin Clark, Dunedin, was best man, while the groomsmen were Mr Jack Smith (brother of the bride) and Mr Tom Young (brother of the bridegroom). Mr Harold Bain and Mr Jack Walls carried out the duties of ushers. During the signing of the register Mrs Robinson sang ‘Thanks Be to God.’ After the ceremony a reception was held at Tudor Hall, where Mr and Mrs Smith and Mrs Young received their guests, Mrs Smith wearing a handsome gown of black lace and georgette with a black hat relieved with white. She carried a bouquet of crimson roses. Mrs Young (mother of bridegroom) wore a graceful gown of navy blue and georgette, with a becoming velour hat finished with a fawn feather. She carried a bouquet of autumn tints. Some 120 guests attended the reception. On the following morning Mr and Mrs R. Young left by car for the north. MAORI MARRIAGE. A few days ago at the historical Taiaroa Heads settlement of Otakou an event of unusual interest took place in the marriage of the great-grandson of a Rangitira to the beautiful greatgranddaughter of a Rangitira. The contracting parties were Mr Teone W. Taiaroa and Miss Raukawa Ellison. The bridegroom is a great-grandson of the notable chief Taiaroa, of Taiaroa Heads, and the bride is a great-granddaughter of the still greater chief Karetai. Karetai was the great paramount chief of ancient Native lineage, and his might and prowess figure prominently in the oral traditions which have passed down the centuries. It is extremely interesting. Taiaroa was also a great chief, and he rose to power and prestige by his own dauntless courage and individual prowess. Over two hundred guests witnessed the marriage, and participated in the wedding festivities. Daintily attired in a beautiful dress of parchment satin, with lace coatee and lace veil to match, and carrying a lovely shower bouquet, the bride entered the Maori church at Otakou on her father’s arm, and, accompanied by her bridesmaid, Miss Mari Ellison, gowned in crepe satin, with pretty bouquet of bronze chrysanthemums. ‘ Mr T. Parata Ellison acted ns best man. The church was profusely decorated, the chancel and altar in a chaste floral setting of white with a touch of pink colour. The marriage ceremony was performed by the Rev. A. J._ Seamer. superintendent of Maori Missions, and president-elect of tbe New Zealand Methodist Church. Ho was assisted by

tho Rev. T. A. Pybus, of Port Chalmers. The service was fully choral, and rendered uniquely interesting by the presence of the talented Maori Choir now visiting Dunedin. The members of the choir represent leading Native families of tho North Island. Tho Rev. W. E. Moore presided at the organ. Notable amongst the wedding guests were Mrs Dick and Mrs Wilson (nee Harwood), who as children were present at the wedding of the bridegroom’s great-grandfather, the great chief Mutinga Taiaroa, when on April 3, 185'J, ho was wedded, according to the rites of the church, to Karoraina, that ceremony being performed by the Rev. George Stannard (Wesleyan pastor). Tho wedding breakfast was laid in the Maori meeting hall, where the young couple received costly presents and hearty congratulations. Tho toasts were responded to in Maori and English.