SOCIAL AND PERSONAL

Evening Star, Issue 22382, 4 July 1936, Page 25

SOCIAL AND PERSONAL

The Misses Joan and Hetty Rayner will leave to-morrow for the north en route to Los Angeles. Mr and Mrs Gifford, of Christchurch, who have been visiting friends at Fairfax and Groper’s Bush, returned to Dunedin yesterday, and are the guests of Mr and Mrs AV. Gifford, 9 Queen’s Avenue, Musselburgh. \ A tea party was held this afternoon at Wychwood, when Lady Ferguson entertained all those who had helped at the birthday party at the Otago Women’s Club last month. The guests numbered about 60. Great interest is settling around the Gainsborough picture, which has just arrived in Dunedin, to be hung in the Art Gallery. Dr F. S. Batchelor has issued invitations for an “ at home ” to be held next Wednesday, when the first view of the masterpiece will bo obtained. There was an interesting development in Y.W.C.A. circles this week when a travel club was formed, enthusiasm—for it being engendered by the visit and talk of the Misses Joan and Betty Rayner. A committee of members met and planned a series of talks on different countries that they wished f;,o visit by “ proxy,” and an interesting time is ahead for every lover of travel. The Glentui branch of the Home Economics was held at Mrs Cooper’s home, Opoho, on _ Wednesday. Mrs Cooper read the ‘ Aims of the Association.’ Mrs Reilly instructed the members in the making of cane and raffia trays. The vice-president, Mrs J. H. Williams, thanked Mrs Reilly on behalf of the members for a most instructive afternoon. The Fellowship of Australian Writers is shortly to honour Ethel Turner, author of ‘ Seven Little Australians ’ and more than a score of other children’s botes. In private life sho is Mrs H. R. Curlcwis, wife of Judge Curlewis, of the New South Wales District Court. She is a blue-eyed, bustling little person, with greying hair and a pink-white complexion many a | girl would envy. She keeps that fresh outlook on life which has made so much of the charm of her writing during the last 40 years. More than a million copies of ‘ Seven Little Australians ’ have been sold, and it has been translated into Danish, Norwegian, Swedish, Dutch, French, and Czechoslovakian. Lady Anderson, wife of the Gover-nor-elect of New South Wales, Sir Murray Anderson, who has been seriously ill’ is a New Zealander. She was Miss Edith Muriel Teschemaker, daughter of the lato Mr W. H. Teschemaker, formerly of the Waimate district. Her cousin, Miss Rosemary de Sausmerez, has just arrived in. Sydney to be her secretary. She is a daughter of General Cecil tie Sausmerez, formerly of the . Royal Artillery, and now of Sunuinghilt, Berkshire. Her family,-owes its unusual name to French ancestry, but for many generations they have lived on the island of Guernsey, in the English Channel. She is interested in welfare activities, and is a keen sportswoman.

The Y.W.C.A. Business Girls’ Lyceum members were hostesses at a buffet tea in honour of Misses Joan and Betty Rayner. The room and tables wore decorated with holly berries, which made an attractive setting for the occasion. When the guests of the evening arrived they were presented with shoulder sprays by Miss Elizabeth Dash, president of the lyceum, who, alter tea, formally welcomed them, Miss Frances Ross, president of the association, also welcoming them on behalf of the association. Miss Joan Rayner then addressed the gathering, and gave an interesting account of how she and her sister topk up the work of being troubadours, before describing experiences in England and Germany, and sharing in a very charming way some of the philosophy of life they had gained on their various travels. Miss Betty Rayner, too, spoke of some of their adventures with a caravan in Sweden. Miss Isabelle Leather, president of the Senior Council, later expressed the thanks of the meeting for the talk given by the sisters, and three cheers were given for them before they left the hall.

On June 30 a very pleasant evening was spent in the Kaikorai Bowling pavilion when the president of the Ladies’ Club, Mrs AV. H. Beath, entertained the' lady members, with their husbands and members of the Men’s Club. After an hour spent in playing cards the prizes won' during the year were presented, the winners being:— Green champion, Mrs R, Forsyth; run-ner-up, Mrs J. B. M'Connell; junior shield, Mrs J. B. M'Connell; runner-up,-Miss L. Christie; pairs* Alcsdames J. D. Fletcher and R, Forsyth. _ A short programme of songs and recitations was then presented by Misses A. M'Connell. and A. Bell (Stirling), and Messrs J. B. M'Connell, J. Johnson, J. Devcreux, and A, S. Frame. The accompanists were Airs Alonvood and Aliss L. Hawke. Supper was served and the singing of ‘ Auld Lung Syne ’ brought an enjoyable evening to a close. Those present were Messrs and Atesdames W. IT. Beath, 0. B. IJfton, S. Deverenx. A, Alorrison, H. Aforrison, S. Smith, J. D. Fletcher, AV. Rendall, G. Baker, J. B. M'Connell. Paterson. J. Johnson. J. Fraser, AA r . Clark, Owens, and Blair; Alesdames Billing, J. Jackson, AV. AA r ilson, Pickett, Thomas, Lindsay, Clyde, H. C. Frame, Al'Donald, Forsyth, Philip, Alorwood, and Dodds; and Alisses L. Hawke, A. M'Connell, and A. Bell; Messrs T. Tily, J. Devercux. and A. S. Frame.

Tim St. Clair branch of tho League of Mothers Union met on Thursday last in tho Albert Street Hall, Mrs G. F. Booth presiding, over n largo at tendance. Before opening tho meet ing Mrs Booth asked members to stand in silence for a few moments as a mark of respect to the late Mrs Ernest Dawson (Dominion secretary of the league). An admission service was then held, four now members being welcomed. Tho thought for the month was given by Mrs Anderson: “If instead of a !*rm or oven a flower wo could erst the gift of a lovely thought into tho heart of a friend, that would he giving as the angels give."’ Dr Monlioimev addressed the meeting, taking as his subject, ‘ What tbe German Government is Doing for Women and Children.’ He briefly reviewed the (•audition's of tho past TOO years. Jl

1 was found that owing to women work- [ iug in factories, the birth rate had declined, and so the Government devised means of improving the home life of families and also ways of helping old people. In this respect various insurances providing against accident and sickness were instituted. Dr Monheimer contrasted domestic conditions in German homes with those prevailing in New Zealand, and also explained the educational systems in primary and secondary schools. During tho afternoon songs were rendered by Mesdames M‘Lauchlan and Martindalo and Mrs Routledge gave a recitation, , Mrs G. W. Johnstone, in happy manner, voiced tho thanks of the members to Dr Monheimer and the performers for an enjoyable programme. The meeting closed with the singing of the league hymn.

The Australian Society. On Thursday evening lust the R.S.A. social hall was a scene of gaiety when, ’midst bowls of. bluegum and with the Australian Hag adorning the wall, over 100 local Australians and ,their friends entertained tho visiting Australian footballers. Mr H. M. Mackay (president) and Mrs Mackay received the guests, and extended a cordial welcome to the members of tho visiting team, and expressed the hope that they would enjoy every minute of their stay in this beautiful country. The manager (Mr T. Storey) responded on behalf of the team, and introduced tho members to those assembled. . Mr 0. Anderson (president of tho local association) also spoke a few words of welcome. A most enjoyable time was spent in dancing, and at intervals niusioal and elocutionary items were rendered as follow; —Song, Miss Ray Mantell; humorous recitation. Miss Ngairo Glue; song, Mr Donald Stuart, with violin obbligato by Miss Anna Briasco; piano-accordion selection, Miss Muriel Caddie. The accompaniments were played by Signora Stella. During the evening Mr R. S. Black made his first appearance since his accident, and also spoke a low words of welcome to the visitors. Supper was served in the dining room, and dancing continued till midnight, to music supplied by Mrs C. Clayton. Mr Beal and Mr D. Mackay acted as M.C.s. The “ lucky spot was won by Mrs H. E. Shiel and Mr Briggs and Miss Muriel Hare and Mr Clayton. Among those present were: Mr and Mrs C. Anderson, Mr and Mrs Haige and Miss Haige, Mr and Mrs A. Smith, Mr and Mrs Woodhead, Mr and Mrs Morewood. Mr and Mrs H. M. Mackay, Mr and Mrs H. E. Shiel, Mr and Mrs H. A. Newall,-Mr and Mrs C. Clayton, Mr and Mrs A. Glue, Mr and Mrs A. H. Gallagher, Mr and Mrs R. Lewell, Dir and Mrs G. Andrews. Mr and Mrs F. G. Paape, Mr and Mrs J. Stoddart, Mr and Mrs Morrison, Rev. and Mrs Pywell, Mr snd Mrs J. Cunningham, Mr and Mrs Parker, Mr and Mrs Huggins, Signior and Signora Stella, Mr and Mrs Beal, Mr and Mrs R. S. Black, Mr and Mrs Lennox, Mr and Mrs Frank Duncan, Misses B. Harlock, Gaynor Paape, Muriel Hare, Thelma Newall, E. ‘Thompson, Dawson, Evans, Griffiths, Mitchem, M'Cauljft, A. Winkel. Fairweather, Morrison, N. Glue, Gleason, O. Carroll, Parker, Joan Priest, Thompson, D. Russell, M. Caddie, Manning, M. Grear, Mesdames Myles, Junes Walker, Thompson, J. Keenman (Melbourne), Messrs A. A. Paape (patron), J. Temple. J. Thomson, D. Mackay. T. Mackay, L. Deans, M'Rae, H. Jackson, Briggs, and T. Storey. Coming-of-Age Dance. 1

The coming of ago of Joy, daughter of Mr and Mrs 6. W. Reid, was celebrated last night in the Strand Salon by a most successful dance. Mrs Reid, who received the guests, wore a dress of ciel blue crepe, with gold lame, and Miss Joy a dress of wind-swept satin. Her great-aunt, Mrs W. Abernethy, who was also present, wore a gown ot navy crepe. .During supper the guest of the evening was presented with the traditional key by her uncle, Mr J. R. Reid, of Invercargill, who proposed the main toast. Also present were Mr and Mrs \V. Kindley, Misses Nancy Proece, Peggy Ramsay. Rat Leihy, Audrey Ainge, Nelda Brown, Grace Miles, Barbara Kinder, Nancy Neale, Ada Inman, Joan White, Dawn Smith, Joy Rao, Mattie Edgar. Helen Stav’ely, Pat Martin, Mary Rout, Helen Scott, Joy Clarke, Helen Recs-Jones, Elvira Wycherley. Biddy Lamg, Ruby Muir, Nancy Palmer. Chicha Eipe, and Messrs George Edgar. and M. Nicol, Len Logan, B Reid. Neville RushMunroe, lan Patterson, Douglas He id (Wellington). Graham Fox, A. K. Thbotson, Gavin Moffitt,'' WTnston Reid, George Jennings, Colin Watson, Dave Finlayson, John Bell, John Kerapthorne, Dick Walton. Jock Stavo.lv, Fred Pit its. John Boyd, John Hannah, .and Henry Williams.

Medical Bali. On Thursday evening the Concert Chamber of the Town Hall was tastefully decorated with bine and yellow streamers iand shrubs of greenery lor the annual ball of the Medical Students’ Association. In the course of the evening an inscribed silver cigarette box was presented to Dr W. B. Benham on the occasion of his retirement from the professorship of biology. Dr J. B. Dawson, on behalf of the staff, and Mr D. H. Symcs. on behalf of the students, spoke appreciatively of Dr Benham’s long and valued service to the University. Dr Benham suitably replied. The chaperones of the evening were Mrs J. B. Dawson, attired in honey-coloured lace, and Mrs C. 'R. Burns, in black lace. Among those present were;—Mcsdames T. Fergus, midnight blue crepe with silver girdle and shoes; R. Kirk, blue chiffon; Roland Fulton, black georgette; Jenkins, black lace; Denton Leech, violet crepe do' chine and silk velvet; Speight, flora] georgette; P. Benham, black cloquo; K. Davis, black silk velvet; I. Carr, red cloqne; J. Middlebrook. crushed . strawberry tulle with chenille spots; and D. G. M'Lachlan, gold satin; Dr Marjorie Barclay, Marina bine cloquo; Misses M. Scott, green taffeta and net; D. Rhodes, shell pink pleated georgette; B. Braithwaite, pink water taffeta; M. Buddie, yellow 7 spun silk and green silk velvet capo; C. Stoho, blue taffeta with cloak to match; C. Spenco-Sales, pale pink windswept satin; D. Spoil ce-Sales, green and white diagonal spun silk and black velvet wrap; C. Jones, green silk velvet; F. Winton, blue water taffeta and midnight bine crepe; 11. Yule, white angel skin satin with bine and gold capo; IV. Savage, floral satin; Lois Slowley, green taffeta; A. Stanton, amber shot taffeta; J. Stewart, flame crepe with gold lame; J. Hope, primrose satin with white cape; 11. Porteus, blaek taffeta; J. Pal rick,

white water taffeta with black and white coat; R. Morrison, sapphire blue quilted satin; H. Hislop, red crepe satin trimmed with fur; G. Park, green silk velvet; N. Walls, black talfeta and geranium velvet; S. Macdonald, magnolia lame crepe; N. Bain, blue tinsel crepe wifli georgette drapings; M. Elder, floral satin; G. Shearer, shell pink satin; B. Angell, black cire satin with arum lilies; N. Searle, green lace and white fur coat; R. Henderson, lilac suede satin and white velvet capo; N. Thomson, Marina blue silk, with white fur cape; N. Appleton, silver satin with purple trimmings ; M. Fraser, wine silk velvet; C. Adamson, floral pink marocain ; D. Burron, pink crepe marocain, with gold lame cloak; N. Ongley, pale pink satin and net; D. Francis, shot taffeta with puritan collar; H. Kidson, pale blue satin and net- J. Copland, sprigged organdie; J. Cochrane, blue spot taffeta -M. Cotton, jazz marocain; F. Campbell, sea green crepe; E, Campbell, black pleated satin; H. M’Culloch, pale blue windswept satin; K, M. Peacock, floral marocain; Q. Saintsbury, pink and gold; M. M'Murtrie, black velvet with spray of winter roses; V. Quillium, pink and silver; J. Wood, green georgette; H. Bartholomew, blue lace with silver lame; G. Sim, pink taffeta and net; P. Ardagh, purple ripple satin shot with red; N. Pratt, pink floral chiffon; P. Macalister, parchment oatmeal crepe; and P. Gallaher, green crepe with gold collar; Dr J. B. Dawson, Dr C. R. Burns, Dr D. G. M'Lachlan, Mr J. A. Jenkins, Dr P. Benbam, Dr T. Fergus, Dr R. Kirk, Dr Stuart Moore, Dr O. L. Eaton, Dr R, Fulton, Dr Stevenson, Dr R. Park, and Messrs K. Davis, F. J. Green, E. M. Elder, D. Allen, O; L. Chapman, W. R. Chapman, T. Anderson, R. G. Haiper, N. S. Wood, G. M‘Kay, W. G. Cook, E. Duncan, T, Cawkwoll, J. Matthews, W. R. Lang, L. Simmons, T. Lawson, D. White, P. Feltham, R. J. Feltham, A. B. Adams, T. Q. Fox, N. H. Wilson, C. Frazerhurst, M. Teasdale-Leech, P. M. Lusk, W. D. Nichol, J. K. F. Watson, G. Whitta, F. Korins, D. U. Steven, K, Macnaraara, D. Ryder, A. H. Webb, J. Bartrum, D. C. Cuddie, F. Berman, G. Michelle, F. H.. Sundstrum, W. Manchester, R. G. Macdonald, J. Keeling, N. Begg, L. Wright, F. Herbert, F. W. Guest, P. Brown, J. Fuller, J. S. Rhodes, R. H J. Hamlin, K. L. Park, H. B. Alexander, K. Ross, P. A. H. Moore, and R. J. D. Park.