SOCIAL AND PERSONAL

Evening Star, Issue 23864, 19 April 1941, Page 14

SOCIAL AND PERSONAL

Will correspondents please note that itami intended for Wednesday's 'Star' mast be in the office by Tuesday afternoon, and tboie intended for insertion on Saturday by Thursday afternoon, or at the latest Friday morning. Id tbe latter case the; mutt be brief. Mrs Gerald Mathias (Cave) is the guest of Mrs Leslie Wilson, Albert street. Miss Ruby Hammond is at present on a visit to'J.'emuka, before continuing her journey.to the North Island. Mrs Alexander Mackenzie (Mount Nicholas Station) is the guest of the Misses Wilkin,. Royal Terrace. Mrs John M'Donald, president of the Otago Croquet Association, returned yesterday after attending the tournament at Alexandra. Sisters Kerr and Malcolm, who were on the staff of the Southland Hospital until about a year ago, will serve on the hospital ship Maunganui. Dr Catherine Hill Duke, a medical officer of the Malayan Government, has arrived in Auckland on a short visit to New Zealand. Mrs A. L. Norwood and Mi6s -Joy Norwood have returned from Christchurch, where they spent the Easter holidays. Mrs Alec Matheson is visiting Wellington as the guest of Mrs W. Ewart. Lady Sidey is also a visitor to the northern city. Miss Elsie K. Morton, who has been touring in the South Island and while in Dmiedin was the guest of Mrs F. G. Soper, left to-day for Christchuroh en route to Auckland. Mrs Leslie Fairbrother, who has been ' the guest - of Colonel E. R. Smith and Miss Smith, London street, 'left "on Wednesday on her return to Carterton. Mrs Morrah, who is the auest of her sister, Mrs R. G. Sise, Albert street, entertained guests at a picture party yesterday afternoon, and afterwards tea at the Otago Women's'Club. Mrs Charles Rattray (Dunedin) and Mrs David Bush (Parnassus) arrived in Christchurch from the North Island on Wednesday. Mrs Rattray will spend a few days at the United Service Hotel before returning to Dunedin. Knox Church Young Women's Society is holding its annual sale of home-made enkes. sweets, flowers, and produce on Wednesday nest, April 2-3, in Stuart Hall, Frederick street, from J 10.30 a.m. to 5 p.m. Afternoon tea will be obtainable. '■'■ Miss Helen Paske. who has lived at Tavistock road, South Woodford,-Essex, for 40 years, celebrated her one him- i dredth birthday a few weeks ago. She received a message of congratulation

from the King and Queen. Miss Faske’s father, a Suffolk rector, lived to be over 90. She refuses to take shelter during a raid warning. Tho Musselburgh Rise branch of the Home Economics Association held its first meeting of tho year in the Presbyterian Church Hali, Queen’s Drive. The president (Mrs Muir) welcomed old and now members. Mrs Leary gave a most interesting demonstration on the making of felt posies and slippers, Afrs Harris thanking her on behalf of members. Supper brought a very pleasant evening to a close. A jewel case made of paua shell was presented to Her Excellency Lady Newall this week when for the first time she met and addressed a large gathering of New Zealand women. The gathering was an “ at home ” given in her honour by the Wellington Society for tho Protection of Women and Chil--1 dren. About 300 women were present. In thanking the society for its gift, Her Excellency said that it would remind her of the first time that she had come before tho women of the Dominion without her husband. At the April meeting of the Tomahawk Women’s Institute Mrs Saunders, the new president, occupied the chair. The institute song was sung, and the creed read in unison. The motto was: “ God bless the door that opens wide to strangers as to kin.”. The evening was “ grandmothers’ night,” and members dressed accordingly, the prize for the best impersonations of a grandmother going to Mrs Mathieson and Mrs T. Smith 1, Mrs Smaill and Mrs King 2. A demonstration on tho making of a felt shopping bag was given by Mrs Wootton. Both competitions—cocoanut ice and the best article made from a flour hag—were won by Mrs Mathieson. A solo, 1 Mother Machreo.’ was rendered by Mrs Drain and heartily applauded. The hostesses were all the members. The first meeting of the Kindergarten Graduates’ Association for 1941 was held at Airs- F. T. Anderson’s home in London street. Tho president (Mrs A. M‘Gregor) welcomed all the graduates, extending a special welcome to Mrs Collier, of Christchurch, and to Misses Taylor and Samuel, new members. ’The following office-bearers were elected;—President, Mrs A. M'Gregor (re-elected) ; vice-presidents, M iss Duthie and Miss G. Stewart; secretary, Miss Holland; treasurer,’ Miss Lewisham; committee—Mrs Hiscoke, Misses Johnstone, Bams, M‘Ara, and M'Caul. Miss Stewart expressed thanks on behalf of those present. Tho pre-school centre at Anderson’s Bay is to be the special interest of the Graduates’ Association this year. Tho monthly meeting of the Dunedin branch of the W.D.F.TJ. was held on Tuesday afternoon at the home of Mrs ,1. R. Brown, Rawhiti street, Mrs Skinner presiding over a fair attendance of members. Arrangements for the forthcoming provincial : conference, which is to be held in Dunedin in June, were discussed, and this branch will provide the afternoon tea at the. conference. Mrs J. R. Brown and Miss

Dallas were appointed delegates. Sonic knitted articles wore handed in to the secretary, to be forwarded to the Navy League at a later date. A “ bring and buy ” sale is to be held at each meeting; the proceeds will also be handed over to the Xavy League tor comforts for X'ew Zealand boys. A most enjoyable afternoon tea was served, after which Mrs Weudelkeu proposed a very hearty vote of thanks to Mrs Brown for her hospitality. This concluded a very enjoyable meeting. ,

On Thursday evening the Musselburgh branch of the League of Mothers held its monthly meeting, when a splendid attendance of members was presided over by Mrs M'Connell. The thought of the month, sent in by Mrs Race, was “ Begin now to call your problems your opportunities and watch results.” Mrs G. H. Seddon, the provincial president, gave a most inspiring address on ‘ Our Responsibilities as Mothers,’ in which she stressed the need for parents to teach' self-control and discipline to their children and to convince them of the seriousness of their positions as future citizens of the Empire. Not by easy ways, continued the speaker, but only by hard work, can we “ climb the steeps to history,” and the unfailing sympathy and understanding of mother love

can encourage and sustain the young climbers on their first upward steps. Mrs Mew proposed a hearty vote of thanks to Mrs Seddon for the help and inspiration of her talk, and members passed this with acclamation. Prior to the serving of supper at 9 p.m. all present- joined their supplications with those from millions of other loyal hearts in a prayer for the safety and ultimate victory of the Empire. The Maori Hill branch of the League of Mothers held its monthly meeting on Thursday afternoon, members bringing a beautiful assortment of flowers for the Hospital. Mrs Sharp presided, and the meeting was opened with the league hymn and silent prayer for members of the forces. All present stood in silence aa a mark of respect to their oldest member, Mrs Dutton. Mrs Sharp reminded members of the combined League of Mothers’ service to be held at Knox Church on May 4. ,Aliss Shrimpton sang two delightful solos, ‘ Eriskay Love Lilt ’ and ‘ Cloud Shadows,’ and the choir rendered ‘ Fairy Boat ’ and ‘ A Shepherd Lullaby,’ Mrs Dickson being the accompanist. Mrs Harvio gave an interesting and amusing travel talk on India, which she described as a wonderful country, where people in their own way are making a contribution to living much as we do. She mentioned the curious customs of the people, and spoke of Benares, to which all the pilgrims of India go. and which is one of the most wonderful but dirtiest cities in the world. It was a curious sight to see thousands of people bathing iu the dirty, muddy water of the River Ganges in the early morning. Airs Harvie spoke of the skill’and brains of the people, and showed samples of exquisite brocade work, saris, lovely brass work, carving, silverware, shoes, embroidery, etc., and mentioned that India at the present time was making its full contribution towards the war effort. Mrs Secular f hanked the speaker and performers for an enjoyable afternoon.

The North Dunedin branch of the Home Economics Association opened) activities on Thursday last, when Mrs Abbott presided over an excellent attendance. Miss Evans gave a talk with practical demonstration on flowers made from felt or fibre. Patriotic work is included in this year’s programme.

Travel Club. At the Travel Club’s morning tea reception, to be bold on Wednesday next in the Savioy, the speaker will be Mr Russell Abel, from New Guinea, and the hostesses Mrs Maurice Myers and Mrs Dora Smeaton.

Plunket Society. * In the Presbyterian Church Hall, Waverley, a meeting of householders was held, when it was resolved to form a sub-committee of the Plunket Society. The meeting was addressed by Mrs ■J. Begg, Dominion president of the Plunket Society, Mrs J. M’Goorgo, president of the Dunedin branch of the Plunket society, and Mrs P. Walker. The aims of tho society were clearly expressed and many points of interest explained to those present. Lady Sidoy and Mrs Cleghorn also attended. A strong working committee was formed with, Mrs P. Walker as president. A vote of thanks accorded the visiting members of the Plunket Society brought the meeting to a close. Dunedin Hospital Guild. The Dunedin Hospital Guild will commence its 1941 session on Thursday next, April 24, in the hall behind First Church. Tho president, Mrs R. W. Glendinning, will he very pleased to welcome new members. Sewing begins at 10 a.m., and continues throughout the day. As 1942 will be the jubilee year of the Guild, it is hoped to make the present year a record one. Tho annual meeting will be held on Thursday, at 3 p.m. All inquiries will bo answered by the secretary, Mrs David Todd. Charlotte street, Roslyn.