SOCIAL AND PERSONAL

Evening Star, Issue 21820, 8 September 1934, Page 20

SOCIAL AND PERSONAL

Will correspondents please note tliat items intended for Wednesday's ‘ Star ’ must be in tlie office by Tuesday afternoon. and those intended for insertion on Saturday by Thursday afternoon, or at the lalc'sl Friday morning? In the latter case tbey must bo brief. Engagement notices must be signed by one, and vvhero possible, by belli of Hie parties concerned. Mrs James Park has returned from a long visit to Queenstown. Mrs W. F. Alexander and daughter have returned from Christchurch. Miss Vivienne Grey is the guest of her sister, Mrs Ulrio Smith, Invercargill.: Mrs Norton Oram has returned from a visit to Hawke’s Bay. Miss Noelino Parker left for the north on Monday on a short vacation. Mr and Sirs J. E. Galbraith, who have been wintering in Auckland, returned this afternoon to Dunedin. Mrs Percival James, of Wellington, is the guest of her mother, Lady Fenwick, Alva street. Mias Hay, Hampden, who has been the guest of Miss Betty Black, will leave at the week-end for Invercargill. Mrs W. MacKehzio and Miss Knsor left to-day for Wellington en route to Australia. Lady Myers, who has been the guest of Airs Maurice Myers, has returned to Wellington. The engagement is announced of Margaret, only daughter of Air and Airs T. AFFarlane. of Duke street, Dunedin, .to J. Dorsey Warren, of Bullock Hill. Baugiora. second son ol Mr J. W. Warren and the late Mrs Warren, of Greciulale, Canterbury. Airs Warrington Taylor was hostess at a very enjoyable “ pantry ” afternoon given at her home in Lambert street in honour of Airs Charles AVilson, a recent Wellington bride. Each of the guests brought a gift of jam to help to stock the new pantry. Others present were Mesdnnies George Bell, .1. D. C. Edgar, O. G. Cox, K. AV. 11. Glasgow, A, J. Gillman, AT. E. O Sullivan” W. A. Blacky. J. E. K. Mirams, Misses J. Wilson. li. Martin, B- Alitcholl, and Cox. Among the hostesses who have given bridge parties in aid of the funds of the League of Nations Union (Otago branch') are Mrs Ilobt. Gilkison, Airs Rose, Aliss Tennant, and Airs Denton Leech. Others who have contributed generously are Mrs H- Alitchell, Aliss Mnllin, and Alias White. Further promises for bridge evenings have already been received by the secretary, Airs Denton Leech.

The engagement is announced of Kdith, youngest daughter of Mr W. IC. C. Reid. and Gerald, son of the late Mr G. IT. Wliitcombc.

Miss Peggy Mandeno has gone to Wellington to be present at the HuttonBlair wedding, which tabes place there on Tuesday next. She is the guest of Dr and Mrs Gibbs, Willis street.

A very pleasant, afternoon was spent at Mrs Arthur Wilkinson’s charming home in Queen street on the occasion of a drawing room meeting to further the membership of the League of Nations Union, a large number of ladies being present. The Rev. C. H. Olds, of Trinity Church, most kindly took the place of the Rev. E. S. Tuck well, 8.A., who was indisposed, and gave an interesting talk oh the aims and objects of the league.

The Port Chalmers League of Mothers met on Tuesday evening, when Mrs Gleghorn presided over a good attendance of members. The subject for the evening, ' Gardening,’ was taken by Mrs Orr Campbell, who spoke of the lily, its origin and cultivation. Several coloured plates of very beautiful lilies were shown by the speaker. On behalf of the members Miss Farqubarson moved a vote of thanks. A solo was sung by Mrs Maopherson, and was much appreciated. At the close of the address a large birthday cake, the gift of Mr Gleghorn, was cut by the patroness, Mrs John AVatson.

The monthly meeting of the St. Clair League of Mothers was held in the Albert Street Hall on Thursday. Mrs Booth welcomed the speaker. Rev. AA 7 . Hamblett, who took for his subject ‘ The Sanctity of Marriage.’ Mr Hamblett spoke of marriage from the three aspects set forth in the Prayer Book, and stressed the fact that home life forms the basis of national life. In the present day there was an everincreasing need for greater loyalty to marriage vows, and marriage should be regarded as a life-long, union. The home still holds the most lasting influence, and what a child learns there remains in the background of all thought throughout later life. Mr Hamblett’a address was followed with closest attention, and Mrs Wilson voiced the thanks of the meeting in a few graceful words. During the afternoon Mrs Robson rendered two delightful songs, and .Mrs Lawrence a singularly appropriate recitation. The Indies responsible for arranging the afternoon’s entertainment were Mesdames AA r arwick. Green, and Robson.

The largo number of members who gathered in the lounge of the Otago Women’s Club on Friday afternoon to boar a debate on the subject of rating on unimproved values showed the interest taken in such matters. Lady Ferguson was in the chair, and introduced the speakers—Mr AV. R. Brugh, who took the affirmative, and Mr C. B. Barrowclongh, who spoke against the proposition. Mr Brugh had so little to advance in favour of the proposal that Mr Barrowelough’s task was a comparatively easy one in consequence. At the conclusion, a motion was passed —“ That this meeting affirm the present system of rating.” Mrs AA 7 . B. Taverner, on behalf of those present, thanked the speakers for their explanation of the position.

The Baveusbourne branch of the League of Mothers held its monthly meeting in the Masonic Hall on Thursday. Mrs Cairney (president) presided over a good attendance, four now members being enrolled. Mrs Orr Campbell gave an interesting and instructive address on gardening, sowing, and planting of flowers and shrubs. At the close of the address Mrs Thornicroft thanked the speaker for her helpful and interesting talk. During the afternoon a competition was held, Mrs Densera . winning the prize with most points. Afternoon tea was served, and the meeting closed with tho singing of the doxoiogy.

Home Economics Association Display. Oa Friday, September 11, in the Concert Chamber of tho Town Hall, tiu> different groups of women connected with the Home Economies Association who meet regularly to study the most scientific and economical way of running a home will hold a united display of all their efforts. Six of thoso groups will have individual hays, and on them will be shown every description of home craft, sewing, etc. Another group has made itself responsible for an exhibition of articles made out of sugar bags; whilst another two have undertaken the management of a flower gardening stall. There will be homo-mado cakes and produce for sale, and tea will be served in the afternoon. Various prepared school lunches showing correct food values will bo made up, and there will be tried recipes of soups, puddings, savouries, cakes, etc., sold. A special feature'will he a milk bar. This is quite new to Dunedin. Everything will have as its staple item milk. A united display of knitted articles and cushions will be made. Mrs Leary, one of the members, has out of scraps made an exhibition of toys which look as if they had come out of a most expensive establishment. In the evening there will bo an oldtime dress parade. Professor Strong will open the exhibition at 2.30 p.m., and it will remain open tilll 10 p.m. Tho proceeds are to help to support a student who will be at the extension bureau to give help by letter nr phone to anyone in domestic difficulties.

The following were guests at the Wanuka Hotel for the week ending September I: —Mr I. H. Webb (Southborough, England, Mr L. Steele (Durban, South Africa), Messrs H. A. Rtirison, A. L. Manion (Oaniaru), Messrs G. Abercrombie, G. Shcmvood, .1. A. Hines, K. C. Browott, Mrs Thompson and -Miss V. Smidstrum (Dunedin). Mr Edmondston (Mosraki), Mr IT. Milne (Milton), Mr T. Bickering (Makarora), Messrs J. Larson, A. Humphreys, W. Strang (Waituku), Mr P, Maenamara (Wright’s Bush), Mr L. T. Hotop (Cromwell), Miss M. Harrington (Invercargill), Mr B. Ewing (Kauru Hut), Mr A. J. Nowlands, Mr G. Newlands, Mr C. Ewing, Mr J. Pringle (Kauru Hill), Mr J. Gillies (Five Forks), Messrs J. M‘Gregor, J. Johnston, and G. Campbell, Mr J. Bruce (Totara), Mr J. Sim (Weston), Mr D. A. Henderson (Teschemaker’s), Messrs Oldham, P. Cameron (Herbert), Mr A. E. Smith (Invercargill). Children in Uniform. Producers and the public are not very partial to beginners in the theatre. They usually pass them over in favour of the artist who has made some kind of reputation on the stage. It is an unfair principle, a fact that Miss Anita Wiukel has recognised, and in her forthcoming production of ‘ Children in Uniform ’ she proposes to give some gifted young players a chance to display their talents. All producers will recognise that there are pitfalls in giving leading parts to youngsters who cannot boast much experience, but in Miss Winkel’s forthcoming production with its cast of nccessiy of a younger generation there is so much talent and enthusiasm to achieve the ideal effects that the lack of experience is a minor consideration. In fact, the high standard which is promised by the rehearsals might well be envied by many an adult cast. ‘ Children in Uniform ’ is to be presented in the Concert Chamber for three nights, commencing on September 20, and the proceeds will be in aid of the Dunedin Free Kindergarten Association. Kaikorai Football Club Jubilee Ball. The jubilee ball held in the Early Set tiers’ Hall on Thursday evening was a great success, upwards of 300 couples being present. The hall was gaily decorated, and on the stage goal posts were erected supporting the jubilee dates, 1884-103-1. , Against one post leant the figure of an old-time player of the game holding a ball in his arms. The ball onened with the grand march, led by Mr V/. Sinclair (president of the club) and bis daughter. Miss Margaret Sinclair. A picturesque little ceremony took place at the conclusion of the march, when the whole company lined up eight deep, leaving an avenue down the centre. At the whistle Mr Sinclair kicked the bail up the hall, and the two small sons of Mr M. J. Mowat (a. staunch supporter of the club) came through the gap, dressed in the club's colours, and, proceeding on to the stage, placed the club’s banner between the goal posts ‘while the orchestra played • The Boys of the Old Brigade.’ They then turned and saluted. The arrangements for the ball were in the capable hands of Messrs J. A. Armit, H. V, Perry, J. A. Mowat, F. Ritchie, W. Scrivener, R. Herd, and M. Johnston, who acted as M.C.s. Among the ladies present were Mesdames N. Johnston, J. Elliot,* A. M’Gregor, H. M'Donald, A. Schofield, F. Delargy, J. Armit, Evans, Sonntag, C. Thompson, J. Brooks, Calverley, W. Ronwick, Ira Grant, F. Hanna, E. Wilson, P. Ruston, A. M’Dougall, J. Mitchell, G. P. Booth, S. Ritchie, Larkins, A. Morgan, J. Sutherland, James Torrance, Douglas Buchanan, A. W. Torrance, W. Gurr, J. Murphy, J. Mowat, Airey Black, R. Mason, H. M’lntosb, J. Johnston, J. Kenyon, W. S. Cubitt, M. Johnson, Austin, J. Braithwaite, IV. J. Johnson, G. Armit, MTlardy. Markin', A. M'Donald, Hindmarsh, J. Mcikle (Oamarn), J. Hnrrie. Mchalski. .). Smith, A. Homer, Scrivener. I. Veitch, R. Herd, H. Tyrrell, Gilchrist, Brown, C. Joyce, Glengarry, Earl, Misses Ada Wilson, P. M‘Donnell. M. Geddes, N. Paterson, E. Heenafi, M. Powloy, I. Michie, I. Mercer, W. Wadsworth, F. Bain, E. Welbam. A. Dow, E. Vivian, M. Sinclair, M. Owens, I. Anderson. M. Marks, D. Head, M. Allcock, -lean Brown, G. Armit. Lcckie (Christchurch), Bolting, M. Miller, Edna Johnson. A. Rcnniek, L. Wilson, Freda Cubitt, M. Jack, Pearl M'Jntosb. Rnnn MTntosb, K. Begg, V. M'intosb. H. Miller, M. Johnson, B. Shore, M. Mcssian, J. Shore, F. Aitken, P. Allan, B. Penman, M. Lelliott, E. M'Konzie, Beasley, W. M'Kardy, May Whinray, H. Smith. J. Rankinc, M. Murphy, E. Jones, N. .Ritchie, E. M‘Hardy, A. Wilde, F. Mitchell, M. Armit, K. Stewart, Anne Calverley. F. M'Neill, Iris Hope, D. Porteons, R. M'Leod, P. Glenn, I. Forgussou, W. Warburton, C. Denmead. Webster (3), Eileen Keane, Freda Venn, Ngaire Wallace, N. Keane, Aimer Andrews, and D. Broadfoot.