SOCIAL AND PERSONAL

Evening Star, Issue 23527, 16 March 1940, Page 18

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 be brief.

Mrs R. S. Black is spending a few days in Wellington.

Mrs Wilkin left this morning on a visit to Wellington.

Mr and Mrs G. It. Talboys, Lawrence, are visiting the North Island. Mrs H. Betts, Hawera, is the guest of her mother, Mrs G. J. Inder.

Miss Margot Darling, Oamaru, is the guest of Miss Rona Allen, Arana, Clyde street.

Mr and Mrs W. G. M'Kinlay, of Lawrence, are visiting the Exhibition in Wellington. Mr and Mrs W. M. Beveridge have returned after a delightful holiday in the North Island.

Mrs E. Aslin is visiting her daughter, Mrs R. J. M‘Laron, of Christchurch, before leaving for Wellington

Mr and Mrs H. J. Guthrie returned this afternoon from attending the Rotary conference at Palmerston North.

Miss Agnes B. Cassidy, the youngest student of law ever to bo called to the Bar in Ireland, was admitted on January 23 at the Four Courts. Dublin. Sbo was only 21 years old.

The Rev. A. J. AVardlaw and Mrs Wardlaw have returned to the Manse, Wuitahuna, after spending their annual vacation in the North Island.

Miss Annette Barnett has relumed from a visit to Timaru.

Mrs David Smith returned on Wednesday from a visit to the North Island.

Mrs Heath, of Tauranga, is the guest of her sister, Mrs Norton Oram, iligligate.

Mr and Mrs Arthur Twliigg; St. Clair, will leave at tho week-end on a visit to tho North Island.

The Misses Clare and Yvonne Stevenson loft on Thursday for Wellington to he present at the Hunter Johnson —Hill wedding.

M iss Frances Rattray is spending the week-end as the guest of Mr.s G. H Cassius, Timaru, before returning to Dunedin.

Mrs Edgar Hazlett has returned from tho North island, and has as her guest Mrs Eardley Fenwick, of Wellington.

Mrs Alex. Miller left by tho through express on Wednesday for Timaru, where she will be tho guest of Mrs Charles Hudson.

Mrs A. Leo Smith, of Rangiora, is at present in Dunedin, and is the guest of her mother, Mrs E. F. Duthio, Stafford street.

Mr Carl Straubel, of the literary stalf of the Christchurch ‘ Press,’ and Mrs Straubel, who have bocii spending a holiday in Dunedin, returned north yesterday.

Mesdamos E. N. Merriugton, W. L. Dodd, and G. H. Scddon, of the Otago Provincial Committee, are at present in Wellington attending the Dominion Conference of the League of Mother's.

After the meeting of the women musicians on Monday evening the president, Mrs H. C. Campbell, gave a delightful supper party at the Savoy to some of the members. Her guests were Mrs J. Leech, Mrs Beaumont, Mrs W. Scott, and Misses Emily Logie, Meda Paine, Mary Martin, Ada Sinclair, Ruth Moore, Stella Bayley, L. Rattigau, and Jessie Jones.

Mr and Mrs Reginald M'Kay arrived last Wednesday on a visit to tho former’s parents, Mr and Mrs A. M'Kay, of Clyde street. They return to their home in Sydney at the end of tho month.

Mrs J. Brown gave a most enjoyable “ pantry ” evening at her residence, (Richardson street, on Wednesday in honour of Miss Joan Wilson, whose marriage took place this afternoon.

Sister C. illrundcll, who is on the staff of.the Chalet Hospital, left by the midday express yesterday on a visit to the Centennial Exhibition, Wellington, whore she expects to spend about three weeks.

Mrs E. J. Smith was. hostess at a mah-joug party at her home in Hawthorne Avenue, the guest of honour being Miss .Marjory Mumford, of .Melbourne. The other guests wore Misses Elizabeth Begg, Margaret Elder, Pat and Pam Miles, Lorraine Dawson, Lorraine Limlou, Joyce Throp, and Mary Buchanan.

Tho first meeting for 19-10 of the Miller’s Flat branch of the W.D.F.U. was held last week. The roll call took the form of an explanation by each member, “ Why she joined the W.D.” Later Mrs Mud go gave a demonstration on the making of uncooked sweets. The hostesses were Mrs B. Smellie and Miss Hyde.

Mrs R, Cutlibertson, Misses Joan Wilson, and Daphne Morrison have been hostesses at “ kitchen ” and “ bathroom ” evenings given in honour of Miss Marion Morrison, whose marriage takes place next Wednesday. The bride-to-be was the recipient of many useful gifts from her many friends.

Under ideal weather conditions, the Kaikorai lady howlers entertained on Tuesday last the Waikonaiti and Portobcllo lady howlers. Mrs W. 1). Wilson (president) welcomed all the ladies, and rinks were played, the home club being the winners. A very happy afternoon was spent by all, during which afternoon tea was served. The presidents ofbotk visiting clubs thanked tho Kaikorai ladies for their hospitality, and expressed their wish for many such afternoons in tho future.

A very enjoyable “gift” evening was held on Tuesday last at tho home of Mr and Mrs Mitchell, Shetland street, in honour of Miss Joyce Isaacs, who is to bo an Easter bride. Among those present were Mesdamos Mitchell, Tattersfield, G. Thompson, and Misses J. Mitchell, M. M’Laughliu, P. Cook, P. French, J. Lawrence, A. Phelan, J. M'Keimc, M. Lothiam, N. Matheson, E. Meldrmn, M. Mitchell, N. Gore, E. Chcyne, and J. Darling.

The ladies of the Caversham Croquet Chib hold a most enjoyable little function in the Tudor Hall on Wednesday last, tho object being to honour Mesdames Carrington and Jenkins, who were successful in winning the B grade doubles at the recent tournament. Mrs Nowsou (vice-president) congratulated the winners, and presented each with a beautiful sheaf of gladioli. Both recipients suitably responded, and a dainty afternoon tea followed.

A pleasant evening was spent on March 5 at Mrs D. G. M'Millau’s home, whore members of the Nelson Girls’ College Old Girls’ Association met to discuss business matters, elect tho new committee, and outline plans for the year. Any old collegians who are interested in this branch and would care to become members arc invited to make inquiries from Mrs M'Millan, the president, whoso address is 329 Highgate, Roslyn.

A very pleasant and interesting afternoon was spent on Monday last, at the homo of Mi's Joseph, Preston Crescent, when tho hostess presided over the monthly meeting of the Kaikorai branch of the Otago Home Economics Association. There was a good attendance of members, who were pleased to welcome three new members to the group. Mrs Knight kindly demonstrated the making of dainty little smocked check aprons, so popular at present. Everyone’s colour scheme seemed to vary, which created a lively splash of colours roimd the room, and everyone spent a liappy and busy hour with thread, needle, scissors, etc. A dainty afternoon tea was served, Mrs Stewart thanking Mrs Joseph for the use of her home.

The Radiant Health Club held its weekly meeting on Monday, when the president, Mrs Brooks, presided over a good attendance. A discussion took place regarding the ban placed on the importation of fresh pineapples, this fruit being classed as a luxury, despite the fact that £IO,OOO worth was sold yearly. Tho value of this fruit for various throat troubles is well recognised. Tho second part of ‘ln Tune with the Infinite ’ was read and discussed.

A very enjoyable social was bold in tho Sunday School Hall of the N.E.V. Baptist Church on Tuesday evening to do honour to the church treasurer, Mr W. D. Bonfell, and his bride-to-be, Miss C. Thomson. 'The room had been tastefully decorated for tho occasion. Musical items were rendered by Mr Frank Duncan and Mr A. M‘Lay, who also admirably filled the role of M.C. The pianists for ibo evening were Madam von Hook, Miss M. Beadle, and Mr J. Blackman. At the conclusion of the ganios, eulogistic speeches were made by representatives of the church, and its various departments, in reference to the sterling worth of the happy couple, who were also the recipients of some beautiful gifts, which testified to the esteem in which they are hold by church members and adherents. A dainty supper brought a most successful function to a close.

The Waitati Women’s Institute held its annual meeting on Tuesday, Mrs O’FCe presiding. The motto taken was “ Hard work makes for more happiness than does an easy chair.” The roll call was “ Subscriptions, please.” Tho annual enp was non by Mrs R. Clark in a baking competition, while placings in the aggregate points for the silver button resulted in Mosdames It. Clark and Toolcy being equal. A collection of money was then taken to provide parcels for tho troops overseas. Officebearers are as follows:—President. Mrs Ferguson; vice-presidents, Mesdanios O’Pee and Wiley; secretary and treasurer. Mrs Claringbold; committee— Mosdames Beatty, Burrell, Connor; Heather, Munro, Robertson, sen., W. Robinson (Press correspondent). South, Thomson, and Toolcy. A hearty vote of thanks for her services was passed to Mrs O’Feo, the retiring president. Tho hostesses were Mesclaracs Ferguson, Watson, and Wiley.

The Practical Psychology Circle of tho Otago Women’s Club held its first meeting for 1940-in the small lounge. There was a good attendance, and Miss Olivo Mercer (chairwoman) presided. The subject for discussion was ‘ Demonstrating Through Suggestion.’ It was shown that suggestions _ could bo conveyed through films, reading of books, conversation, and various other ways; these acted constructively or adversely upon the individual through the action of the subconscious mind. The conscious mind ought to be alert and reject all suggestions that did not make for health and progress. Members who took part were Mesdames Gilkison, Ritchie, Cowan, Stewart, Tyson, Roberta, and the Misses Crowe, Pickles, Fenwick, and Little. Afternoon tea was afterwards served.

On Thursday afternoon the Wesley Church Ladies’ Guild met at the parsonage to make a, presentation to Mrs H. C. Orchard (president), who is shortly leaving for Timaru. The vicepresident spoke of the happy four years spent together, and voiced the guild’s appreciation of the many kindnesses shown by the minister’s wife. Tho gift was a leather handbag with chromium bar. Mesdames R. and W. Rotting gave musical items which were much appreciated, and several competitions created amusement. A dainty afternoon tea concluded an enjoyable afternoon.

In a wardrobe at Buckingham Palace hang the King’s civilian suits, brushed and put away 1 for the “duration.” Since the war broke out, the King has worn only the service uniforms of the fighting forces. He even wears uniform when he receiyes Ministers and officers of high command. The King works a 16-hour-day, and receives dailyreports from the Admiralty, the War Office, and the Air'Ministry. Apart from the chiefs of-staff, he is the bestinformed man in . the Empire on what is going on in the war zone. The King and Queen meet only at their simple meals. While the King works in his study the Queen is fulfilling her wartime engagements of visits to hospitals, A.TI.P. centres, and nursing organisations.