SOCIAL AND PERSONAL

Evening Star, Issue 21718, 12 May 1934, Page 20

SOCIAL AND PERSONAL

Will correspondents please note that items intended for Wednesday’s ‘ Star ’ must be in the office by Tuesday afternoon, and'those intended for insertion on Saturday by Thursday afternoon, or at the latest Friday morning. In the latter case they must bo brief. Miss (Ruth Haggitt (Christchurch) is a visitor to Dunedin. Miss Ethel Pearce is trie guest of Mrs E. Bingham, “ Broonigrove,” Naseby. Mrs S. Clarkson has gone to Auckland, where she will make her home. Mrs T. M'Crorie and her daughter, Mrs R. Little, are at present spending a holiday in Roxburgh. Mrs D. Stewart (Wanganui) is the guest of Mrs James Rogers, Dundas street. Mr and Mrs ,W. Casey have returned to their home in Clyde street after a holiday in the north. Miss Phyllis Cameron (Christchurch) is the guest of Miss Gwen Haggitt, Maori Hill. Mr and Mrs T. Tyrol I, who are shortly leaving for Wellington, have been the guests of honour at many delightful farewell parties.

Dr and Mrs Medley Bellringer left by tbe Port' Wellington for England. Mrs W. 0. M'Kellar and Ivgr two children are visiting in Southland. M iss fsobel Reed has returned to her home after a holiday in Invercargill, M iss Adams, Wanganui, is the guest of Mrs Porteous, Scarba street, Roslyn. Mrs .1. Gilmore, of Waikouaiti, left on Wednesday by the express to join the Wanganella at Wellington en route for Sydney. She is accompanied by her daughter, Mrs P. Walker, Mount Royal, Palmerston. Mr and Mrs Maurice O'Connor entertained friends at their residence on Monday evening. Amongst those present were Mr and Mrs M. Newall, Mrs Rae, Mrs Edwards, Mrs Brown, Mrs Conroy, and the Misses Marjorie O’Neill, Kathleen Demvard, Netta Edwards, Nonic Conroy, and Mr Campbell and Mr J. Boyle (Winton). The many friends of Mr and Airs Frank M. Reid, late of Dunedin, and now resident in Wellington, will be pleased to hear of the marriage of their only daughter, Edna May, to Lionel Edwin Wyatt, of Barnet, England. Airs Wyatt will be leaving for her new home in England early in the new year. Every Wednesday and Saturday afternoon tea may be obtained at the Pioneer Hall, where the Loan Exhibition of Contemporary British Art is at present on view. Alany parties have been given already, where the guests have spent their time amqng the many beautiful and interesting pictures. On Wednesday Airs P. R. Sargond, Mr Halsted, and Aliss F. Al. Cargill were among those who invited friends to spend the, afternoon in this delightful way. The annual meeting of the Punga Croquet Club was held in the club’s pavilion on Wednesday, Alay 9. Aliss Brown, the president, presided over the meeting, which, despite the wet weather, was well attended. The treasurer read the tiiuhicial report for the past year. There was a small credit balance which was approved as quite satisfactory. The balance-sheet and annual, report were adopted, and the meeting men elected the officers for the incoming year:—President. Aliss Brown ; vice-presidents—Alesdames Penrose. AFDonald, and Beaumont; treasurer. Airs Horn; secretary, Aliss Tayler; committee—Alesdames Buchlcr, Buckland, Fergusson, Haddock, Halstead, Rigby, and Aliss Adams.

Airs Denton Jmecli was hostess at a delightful four-table bridge party on Wednesday . evening at the Otago Women’s Club, when the guest of honour was Airs Philip Benliam, of South Canterbury. Airs Leech received her guests, wearing a black frock with flowered cape, while Airs Benham’s frock was of black ring velvet, relieved with touches of silver lame. Among the guests present were Alesdames J. B. Dawson, Paton, Dunlop, Thos. Brown, Professor Strong, and Miss Edith Howes.

On. Friday afternoon, in Begg’s showroom, Princes street, a very attractive and interesting exhibition of pictures by the Sydney artist, Mr Tom Garrett, was opened by Air P. L. Halsted. Among the art lovers who were present were Mr and Airs Russell Clark, Air and Airs J. G. Johnston, Air and Airs A. Sidey, and J, Alofftt, Mesdames Robert Kennedy, E. C. Reynolds, De Beer, Thos. Brown, Philip Benliam (South Canterbury), Misses Israel, Kelsey, Black, Porter (2), Benson, Benjamin, Stuckey, Alessrs P. L. Halsted, P. R. Sargood, H. Alandeno, F. Barron, O’Keefe, F. R. Brown. D. A. Scott, J. Roberts. Neilsou, R. H. Fraser, Kennedy.

In order to give members of the various croquet clubs an opportunity to meet in a social way the Otago Croquet Association arranged a card party, which was held last Tuesday night in the Tudor Hall. Notwithstanding the inclemency of the weather, there was a good muster of croquet players and their friends, thirty-nine tables taking part. The games were progressive and were enjoyed by everybody. Airs APDonald apologised. for the absence of Airs Briggs (president of the association), who was unable to be present on account of illness. Play continued for a couple of hours, and during supper the scores were taken, Airs Price being tbe winner of the prize for the bridge section and Airs Hands for the 500.

i A tea party was given by the committee of the Literary Circle of the Otago Women’s Club ypsterday afternoon in honour of Airs R. Afunn, of Pittsburg, and Airs J. Barr, of Auckland, who is travelling through tbe dominion with her. The visitors were very interesting, and much pleasure was taken in listening to their views regarding New Zealand and New Zealanders. Tea was served beside the fire in the lounge, live bow] of roses in the centre of the tabic being in keeping with the bouquets of roses with which the guests of honour had been presented. There were present: Mosclamps Kastgalc (chairwoman), who received the_ guests, Galway. Ewing. Xinnno. Borrie, and Sloan Brown, and Misses Ross. AFDougall. Nicholson, and Service.

At the Veclic on Monday 'evening a pleasant little function took place, when the executive committee of the Otago Women’s Hockey Association took the opportunity of making a presentation to Mrs R. Hudson in recognition of the great work she has done during her long period as president of the association, The presentation, which took the form of an enamel and gold flower brooch, suitably inscribed, and showing the colours of the province, was made by Miss Hill, the chairwoman of the executive, who. in a happy little speech, expressed their real regret at losing Mrs Hudson from the office of president. An illuminated copy of the minute passed hy the committee, recording the gratitude of the Hockey Association, was handed to Mrs Hudson. In thanking the association for the gift, Mrs Hudson said that her work in connection with hockey had always been a pleasure, and had brought its own reward, and that, as patroness of the association, slip would continue her interest in the welfare of the game in Otago and in the girls. The opportunity was also taken of offering congratulations to Mrs ,T. Duncan, who has been a member of flie executive for many years, on the occasion of her marriage, and of presenting her with a clock as a mark of esteem. The presentation was made by Mrs Hudson, and Mr? Duncan suitable replied.

A delightful " pantry ” evening was given last Monday in honour of Miss Dorothy York, who is a bride of the month. The guest of the evening, who looked charming in navy-blue crepe de chine with apple-green trimmings and cowl neckline, was the recipient of some very useful gifts. She was again the guest of honour at a kitchen evening held at the residence of the Misses Norah and Hilda Heck, Musselburgh, last Saturday evening. The time was passed very enjoyably by games and competition’s, the guessing of the many gifts proving a very popular competition.

Miss Gwen Haggitt was hostess at a jolly morning tea party at her residence, Maori Hill, yesterday morning, when the guest of honour was Signora Aida Bulmas (Wellington), who is returning to the north after fulfilling musical engagements in Dunedin. Those present were Mesdames D’Arcy Haggitt. John Haggitt, Ji Barnett, T. N. 11. Bundle, W. D. G. Hartley, Hugh Speight, Misses Joyce Watt, Phyllis Cameron (Christchurch). Despite the fact that the weather was so bad on Monday evening a verybig gathering of members and friends were entertained by Every Girl’s Club in the cosy- rooms at the Y.W.O.A. The decorations were beautiful, mostly autumn blooms and red leaves, which were artistically arranged Misses Pearce, Wilkinson, and Cairney. The programme was varied and most enjoyable—songs by Mrs Scott, accompanied by Mrs 11. T. Little; two dance items Jby Miss L. Stevens’s pupils, accompanied by Miss Dorothy Scoullar at the piano; and games, competitions, and recitations, interspersed with dancing, and the usual dainty supper, served at 10. with the singing of 1 Auld Lang Syne,’ brought a very happyevening to a close.

, At the conclusion of the evening service on Thursday last, Ascension Day. the adult members of St. Mary’s Choir (Mornington) wore the guests of the vicar and Mrs F. V. Fisher, at the vicarage, some thirty being present. A very pleasant musical evening was spent, and at supper-time the vicar, on behalf of the choir, presented the retiring organist and choirmaster, Mr J. H. Aldridge, with a smokers outfit. Mr Fisher expressed the regret of all at Mr Aldridge’s departure, stating that his two years’ stay with them had been most happy and helpful. Mr S. P. Miram.s also expressed the good wishes of all, and Mr Aldridge suitably responded. Mr and Mrs Aldridge and their small son Trevor leave for Christchurch next week. Mrs W. P. Stericker. accompanied by her daughter, Miss Zee Stericker, will arrive in Wellington from Sydney by the Makura on Monday after having spent a few weeks in Australia. Mrs Stericker. who is the wife of Mr.W. P, Stericker, vice-president of the British American Tobacco Co. Ltd., intends staying in Wellington for a few days and then motoring to Auckland "to catch the Niagara for Vancouver. She and her daughter hope to arrive back in England about mid-July.

The Macandrew Bay Women’s Institute met on Thursday evening, May 3, when sixty-eight members and friends were present, Miss Maxwell presiding. Mrs W. .Robinson gave a most practical and helpful talk on ‘ Hints for Plain Sewing,’ ably demonstrating her subject. Mrs C. Free then spoke on the uses of wool, explaining the method of cleansing and treating the wool until it is ready for the filling of quilts etc. The competition “ an old shoe ” -a as won by Mrs Clifford. A social halfhour followed, when two visiting members were made welcome.

The annual meeting of the Caversham Croquet Club was held in the club’s pavilion on Monday. Mrs J. L. Briggs presided over, a good attendance, and moved the adoption of the report and balance-sheet. The president congratulated the club on its financial position, and . thanked the members of the committee for their support during her term of office. The following were elected to the various offices for the ensuing year:—Patroness, Lady Sidey; president, Mrs C. J. Allen; vice-presidents, Mesdames Melville and Archer; secretary, Mrs D. S. M'Pherson; treasurer, Mrs Carrington; committee—Mesdames Anderson, Briggs, Dempster, Graham, Birt. and Kempthorno; club captain, Mrs Will; deputy captain. Mrs Newson; Match Committee—Mesdames Will. Newson, Graham, and Archer; delegates to Otago Croquet Association, Mesdames Allen and Will.

At the dining rooms of Cadbury, Fry, Hudson Company’s buildings a very successful social evening was extended to the Planet ladies’ cricket team to honour the meritorious win of the A grade cricket shield. The guest of the evening was Mrs R. Hudson, patroness, who contributed two songs in a very pleasing manner during the evening. Unfortunately Mrs A. Hudson, the president, was unable to attend, owing to illness. Mrs R. Hudson made three presentations to the team. The first went to Miss Dorothy Broadfoot for the best all-round girl, the second to Miss Jean Little for the most runs scored during the season (269), and the third to Miss Margaret Buttars, the best fielder, holding twenty-six catcbes for the season. On behalf of the team and president, Miss Mary Freeman (the captain) made a presentation to the coach. Mr M. Michie. for his, services during the past season. Among those present were the parents and supporters of the team, and Mrs Taverner and Miss Perkins (vice-presi-dents). who congratulated the team on its verv fine performance, and wished the 'club every , success in the future. A varied programme of items, games, and dancing contributed to a verv eniovablc evening. Mbs M. Allen officiated at the piano, and Mr V. Kelly vow successfully performed the rnuics of M.C. Simper was provided.

The Embassy Salon was the scene of festivities.on Friday night last week, when Mr and Mrs W. Collie, Lindsay road, Caversliani, entertained about eighty guests in honour of the coining of age of their eldest daughter, Jvy. The o-nest of honour, who looked charmiim in a close-fitting gown of cream sand crepe and lace, short sleeves, and long white kid gloves, with a, smart coatee of cream, accompanied by Mr A. Marshall led off the inarch waltz, and from then onwards the guests were entertained with games, dances, and items, the Monte Carlo dance being won by Mr Reid and Miss Ramsay. During supper the chairman, Mr H. Jones, read several congratulatory telegrams and letters several coming from the JSortli Island" The usual toasts were honoured, and Miss Collie was presented with the key, which was afterwards autographed by all present. Miss Daphne Allan gave a splendid performance in her dancing of the Irish hornpipe and the Irish reel; Mr Cooper gave several mouth organ solos; and songs were rendered by several of the guests. Among those present were Mr and Mrs Donaldson, Mr and Mrs B. Collie, Mr and Mrs Z. Dunn. Mr and Mrs R. Parker, Mr and Mrs C. Parker, Mr and Mrs Singleton, Mr and Mrs D. M'Laren. Mr and- Mrs H. Jones, Mr and Mrs H. Lanham Mr and Mrs J. Graham. Mrs W. M'Lauchlan, the Misses H. Cox, D. Allan J Ramsay, H. Greenfield, G. and.M. Borne, J. Chisholm. E. Sturgeon, R.,E., and B. Simpson. B. Barrow 1. TohiH, M. Parker, N. Allan, M.M'Laren, Thelma Collie, Olivwyn Collie, E. Barton; Messrs P. Byrene, N. Isaacs, T. Mason, Greenfield. Blackie, Simpson. Duncan, Titchener. Cuthbert, Harris Rem, Cooper, Parker. Hopkins, Collie (o), and A. Marshall.

Savoury Pancakes. One large tablespoonful flour, three tablespoonfuls milk, one egg. one teaspoonful chopped onion, pepper, salt, a litle chopped parsley, and cheese cream. Mix to a smooth batter the flour, milk, and egg, add the onion, seasonin'*, and parsley, and leave to rest. Cook in hot lard in the usual way. and lay the folded pancakes on a hot dish. Cover with cheese cream and brown under the grill. To make the cream cut up 4oz of Cheddar cheese, and put it into a small saucepan with two tablespoonfuls of cream or unsweetened tinned milk, a teaspoonful of mustard, half an ounce of butter, and a few drops of vinegar. Stir over the fire until the mixture is smooth and thick, and pour evenly over the pancakes. French Pancakes. ' Two ounces each of flour, butter, and sujiflr 5 two half a pint wanned milk. , , , . Cream the butter and sugar, beat in the eggs one at a time with the flour, and add the milk last. Divide the mixture into six buttered saucers and bake in a hot oven for twenty to thirty minutes. Turn on to a sugar-sprinkled paper, put a little jam into the centre of each pancake and fold over. Arrange on the dish for serving, and sprinkle with a little very fine castor sugar. Sweet Pancakes. Four ounces flour, one egg, half a pint milk, a pinch of salt. Add the salt to the sifted flour and turn into a basin, making a well in the centre. Break the egg into this, and, with a wooden spoon, work into the flour adding the milk by degrees until a smooth batter is made. Beat the mixture for two minutes, leave to rest for two minutes, then beat again. Set aside for at least an hour before commencing the cooking. Put a little lard into a clean, small omelet or frying pan and set it over the fir© until a blue smoke rises. Give the batter another beating and pour a small quantity of it into the hot pan, allowing it to spread evenly to the sides. As the pancake cooks on the under side tip the pan forward to allow it to slip to the side. Turn with a slice or toss sharply so that the pancake will fall with* the uncooked side downwards, continue cooking until the second side is nicelv browned. Turn out on to a siumr-dustcd paper, and told nr roll. J,iU- on the dish for serving, and keep hot When all the pancakes have been prepared, sprinkle each with a few drops of lemon juice and garnish with neatly-cut pieces of lemon. Orange, honey, jam, or golden svrup served with the pancakes, instead of, lemon, makes a pleasant change.