WOMAN’S WORLD

Gisborne Times, Volume LXVIII, Issue 10722, 20 October 1928, Page 3

WOMAN’S WORLD

SOCIAL AND PERSONAL

Mrs. W. G. Sherratt and Miss M. Shei-ratt were visitors to Hawke’s Bay, this week.

Mrs. F. J. Williams, “Waiparo” was a Tokomaru Gay visitor to'Gisborne this week.

Mrs. J. Jamieson and Mrs. W. L. Rutledge were Poverty Bay visitors to the Hawke’s Bay A. and P. Show. Mrs G. Gaddiim (Moliaka) is staying with her- mother Mrs. T. JexBiake. Clifford Street. ,

Mrs. T. ,\V . Steweli i(To.'£?:>nniru:) is staying with her mother Mrs. H. B. Williams, . “Naurea,” Patutahi.

Miss Elsie . . ! Thomas, who has been the' guest of. Mrs. Nieholls iii Christchurch is' at present visiting Wellington.

Mrs. 0. Seymour and Miss M. Seymour, (Whangara) left on 1 Wednesday for Ghristchurcli_ to attend tlie Lincoln College sports.

Mrs. G. McLean (Auckland) arrives in Gisborne to-day and will he the gifcst of her daughter, Mrs. F. B. Barker, “Te ■ Ilapara.” .

Misses Jessie Telford (To Karaka) and Betty -Chrisp leave shortly on a visit to Christchurch where they will be the guests .of Mrs M. Donnelly, Kiccarton.

Miss V. C. Morris-Evton of Wood Eaton Manon, Stafford, England, who is touring Neiv Zealand, is at present the guest of Mrs. W. A. Bowie, Haiti. .

The committee of the local Plum ?cet Society has received with much regret the resignation of Nurse El 1 lott, who has accepted a position as Plunket 'Nurse in Wellington and leaves shortly to take up her new duties. Nurse Elliott who for the past six and a half years has been stationed in Gisborne will be very much missed not only in town but m the country districts. ■ '

Many friends -in Gisborne will be interested to hear of the engagement of Miss Marcia Selby Tuppen, only daughter of Mr. and the,late Mrs. E. C. Duppen, formerly or Blenheim Grange., Bedford, now liv ing at Plummers Plain, Horsham, Sussex, to Captain Gordon Hamilton Price late R.H.A. now of Wellington .

The New Zealand Church Missionary Society yesterday received the following cable message from'. Shatneen, China, states a Nelson P.A. message, regarding the ventured missionary, Miss Blanche Tobin; •‘Brigands guarantee , Miss Tobin's life and health; settlement expected today.” The cable message was signed by the Hev. Mr Blanchett, who was sent to arrange for the -release- cf Miss Tobin.

PARTIES FOR BRIDE ELECT

A BATHROOM TEA

On Wednesday afternoon Mrs. K. G. Runciman of Tokomaru Bay, was hostess at the home of her mother, Mrs. A. L. Muir, Hoi a Street, in honor of Miss Nancy Stock whose marriage to Dr. E. B. Jard.no. oi Wairoa, takes place early next month. The weather was particularly delightful and the pretty garden terraced to the river was looking very attractive with its gay flower beds, many of the guests enjoying the sunshine and the view from the wide verandah. The lounge was artistically decorated with bowls of lovelv pale pink stocks and tall vases of blue delphiniums, while in the drawingroom a charming scheme of decoration wo - carried out in delicate shades of funk slender vases of carnations and stocks being used with delightful effect, tea being served from a flower deck table.

Two most fascinating competitions caused much amusement, the first, “Our visit to the Zoo,/’ being won b v Miss Mavis Muir. ' Miss Madge Macaulay and Miss Peggy Seymour tied for first place in the ‘‘Missing Word’ competition, ihe latter winning the draw A varied assortment of useful gifts were received by the brideelect who delved from a large basket mysterious parcels. containing many quaint offerings. Mrs. Muir was wearing an elegantfrock of navy blue and rose beige spotted crepe de chine with a flounced skirt. ' , ' Mrs. Runciman was extremely smart in a navy blue crepe de chine frock patterned in cerise and- w.iite made with a pleated skirt bordered ■frith navy blue and a tunic bodice trimmed with bands of navy, a white georgette vestee .and j abbot adding a charming finish. . Miss Taylor wore a becoming frock of French voile in pastel shades, over; a cyclamen underdress, ornamented with a cream lace collar and cuffs. Mis s Stock was wearing a pr.ettv frock of fawn and blue floral geor* y~H,e over peacock blue c.epe de chine fashioned with a plaii bodice with scarf collar and a flounced skirt ed"ed with flame colored georgette. Her hat was of primrose- straw with touches of flame, blue and gold. Mrs. G. Stock chose a smart two piece suit of crepe de chine with a black accordeon pleated skirt and a figured jumper in /of jade green, - bla.ck and white, and a bla.ck hat caught on one side ith a feather mount.

BRIDGE. Miss Nancy Stock was the guost of honor at a very delightful bridge tea given by Miss Doris Broadlmrst at <r Highfield” on Thursday afternoon. , The tables were arranged in the drawingroom which was most nrtist'eally adorned with sprays of flowering peach and slendei* vases of inland poppies. Tea was- served in tr.e dining-room a 'gi;een floating ruvJ of pastel tinted roses'adding eoJorJuJ charm to the table. After a most enjoyable aiternoon s play the prize ler a hidden number was awarded to Mrs. .Dawson GhrispThe hostess was wearing an attractive frock of floral rayon m lovely shades of pink fashioned -with a lull skirt and a close fit-dim, bodice piped with, black. Miss Margaret Broadhurst was smart in a red and white spotted French voile with red trimmings made with a plain bodice and a full skirt gaged at the waist. , The guest . of, honor chose a charming frock ,of apple, green and rvhite spotted rayon/ ornamented with a* white organdy collar and’ cuffs finished, with tiny ; frills edged with green, and a white straw hat. , Among the guests were: Mesd'ames M. Li Holden, K.-|G; Reiman (Tokomavu), R. . Watson (Waimata), D. Chfisn,‘ Misses N. MacHolden, M. and E. He-, e-artv 31. -Barker, P. Seymour, A. Barker, C- Bright. B. Chrisp, R. Matthews, Puflett, E. Matthews, M. Macaulay, A,. Ormond and M. Muir/'-. :' ■; . ’ '■ '

‘WELCOME HOME” RECEPTION

EXPENDS HONOR MISS NORMA WILSON.

One of the- most delightful social functions held during the season eventuated on Thursday evening, when Mesdame s R. 0. Fisken and W. F. Goodman combined to tender a welcome reception to Miss .Norma Wilson on her return to her home town, from the Amsterdam Olym-| p.ad. ‘ 1 ' The function, which 1 was of a private -nature, was attended by a very large, gathering of friends of the three families concerned, and the evening was. one to be remembered for its charming atmosphere of sociabil.ty, jollity and good-will. Every, possible arrangement to ensure the •success of the evening had been attended to with meticulous care, and the aim of the two well-known excellent hostesses was achieved—Miss Wilson was iij-ttingly honored, and a radiantly happy evening wa s oxper.onced by every one who attended.

To ■ the mus'-c of the Gulbransen, kindly supplemented by , numerous selections rendered by Mrs. Heeitey in her admirable and characteristic style, the young folks ' danced the hours away. The drawingroom and diningroom had been cleared for the occasion and the lead-light sliding wall between was arranged so as to throw the two rooms into one and forming a spacious ball-room. Community singing was indulged in, and the tossing of. streamers and dispersal of balloons added to the festive'spirit. A charming scene awaited ' the guests at supper time, for the huge garage was transformed into a commodious banquet hall. The four walls were completely obscured with large flags interspersed with foliage, and overhead, flowering shrubs and greenery were suspended to effective advantage, whilst* Chinese lanterns swinging from the ceiling gave a picturesque effect. Two long . tabjjos running the length of the building and crossed by another at the top sere most attractively a'■ranged. Beautiful bowls of ranunculi, lilac, and choice red roses enhanced iiie lestive board, which was heavily laden with a sumptuous and choice array of delicious comestibles. The Mayor, Mr. D. W. Coleman, was chairman, and the following boast- list was musically honored: ’■‘Guest of Honor,” proposed , by the chairman and responded to by Miss Ailson ; “Parents of Miss Wilson,” proposed! by Mr O. Pr-nce anil responded to by Mr. . W, - Wilson; ••Hostesses-,” proposed ‘-by Mr. J. lleency aud responded to bv. Mr. Joe Martin. Suitable speeches accompanied each toast and some of the remarks In humorous vein drew forth peals of merriment, whilst Miss Wilson's' .achievements on the running track were referred to with pride by the speakers. Rousing cheers for “Norma,” “her parents, ” “the hostesses,” and “the chairman, ” terminated the. Banquet, and guests iiled hack to the ball-room and danced till the early hours of the morning. The evening was brought to a conclusion by the singing of “For She’s a Jolly Good Fellow,” “Auld tang Syne,” and the National Anthem.

Mrs. Fisken was charmingly gowned in a simply cut frock of black embossed chenille georgette, over which was draped a black crepe do chine shawl emlToideref! with cherry chenille. 8 Mis. Goodman chose .an attractive robe of black taffeta and georgette, the full skirt of which was trimmed with beige, lace,. and the corsage was finished with long closely headed ties.

The guest of honor was attired u an exquisite frock of eau do nil georgette with fluted florenee, richly embroidered in butterfly design with silver and crystal beads. Mrs. \V. Wilson wore a handsome gown in. black and gold lace modislilv modelled.

Mis s Ena Fisken chose a pretty frock of black satin, with deep yoke of black lace, and hem of peri-win-kle blue georgette. •Miss Josie -Goodman wore a dainty frock of sweet-briar pink silk and silver lame.

Some of those present were: Mesdames O. Prince, oriental crepe de chine in Ascot tans; J. Egan, black crepe de chine : Honan, russet and putty floral georgette frock, blue scarf; Murray, zinc velvet: A. W Mason,, floral crepe tie chine in tones of blue and pink; Jas. Pirie, sandalwood taffeta/ J. Heeney, gold lace frock over orange crepe de chine, worn with a black crepe de chine Hawaiian cloak hand-painted /with flowers; D. W. Coleman, midnight -blue crene de chine touched with beige; Misses Dorothy Barry, royal blue shot ■ taffeta with vandvked horn; Molly Coop, maize georgette with frills of blue net; Tamson Coop, cherry shot taffeta- offset with silver flowers; Leslie Coop, skv-blue taffeta with scalloped hem trimmed with bead discs; Daphne Jeune, duckegg blue eml'ro'dered taffeta, piped with cherry and finished with gold 1.0 n< Patsy Martin, beige lace over ravens wing blue crepe de chine,- girdled with blue -velvet ribbon; Peggy De Costa, pink, frilled! net frock, floral or-a-nge and wine sliawl:. Dorothy Vaughan, ‘ pale green taffeta with tulle hem ; Moira Pirie,. black - crepe de chine frock, and white scarf emllroidered with " violets ; Sheila. McLeod, cobalt taffeta daintily embroidered in pastel shades: Marion Ouseley, shell-pink georgette with sdver lace yoke and uneven hem: Ruth Cederwall, maize taffeta frock with tulle hin bow, and white, shawl heavily fringed; Reid Norton, sunset crene do ciiine: Irene Honan, apricot taffeta; iJill Zachariah. zino satin lame and gorse georgette frock .with transparent lace hem; A. Coleman, floral crepe de chine in pastel shades: Kathleeen Egan, pale peach georgette; Moira O’Hallornn, apricot taffeta frock, heavily, fringed handpainted sliawl; Tu/i Ferris, black taffeta and nink georgette; Thelma Owen, foxglove shot taffeta wth bin how and feather posy;.Elbe Buscke, orchid pink charmeus© shot with silver and trimmed with self flowers round the hem: Howell. (Wellington), black crepe; de chine frock, floral "fringed" scai'f: and Messrs R. C Fisken, W. Wilson. O. Prince, A. W. Mason, D. IV. Coleman, Rov Murdock. Ohas. Thomas. Je/k Bright. Stanley Goodman. Dave Miller, Colin Lowndes, Randall Witters, R. Fisken (inr.). Frank lies, Geo. Rocoek. Ranji Mann. Colin . Pirie, Joe Martin, Ralph and! Bill De Costa ‘Jack Zachariah/ Jack , Sceates, J. Egan, Hi F'isken, Ward Plcjcock. Stuart Shanks, Geoff. McConnell, Harrv -and Frank Martin, J. Heeney, Ri. and H. Honan, AI. and A, Owen, R. Cederwall.

■ A MORNING TEA. On Thursday the ?»lisses invited a number ; of mends. I« a verv. enjoya-’8? tea s.t “Aitpn.” The weather was delightful and the guests were'able to wander at frill about the' lovely gfirden which was looking : particularly beautiful frith ijfes fride stretcheiOpf vivid green

lawn surrounded by wonderful copper ..beech; s, and man v bright flower beds ablaze with spring flowers, .While the masses of roses were a sheer joy. b'. . Indoors the rooms were gav with lovely <. flowers, /the. kr/ange looking most attractive, with a huge fire and gold and scarlet decorations. . The drawingroom; was artistically adorned w’th slender vases of pastel shaded ixias, while the. diningroom Was ornamented with .'gorgeous, tulips, roses adding beauty and fragrance to the tea. table.

Miss Barker was wearing a graceful frock of marocpin ill a lovely .shade of brown;; Miss E. Barker wore a becoming frock of floral ninon in .different sltades of. bluej Miss L. Barker was: smartly '-frbcked ip black •and. white, checked -taffetas, Miss M. Barker -wore rose pink and pastejsliaded 'embroideries.' •:

'.Some of the'guests included: Mesdames P. B. Barker, R. Barker, V. Barker, Agriew Brown. F. 'Parker (Auckland), G. , M.' Willianispn,, .Brad-, ley Smith, \Y. B-‘ AVillockj I'fClarlylo Wiilson, G. Stock; Masses N. and L. Tucker, M. T.'‘Craig, E, Williamson, B. Bradley arid M. , Barker. /

BREAK-UP DANCE

HIGHLY SUCCESSFUL AND ENJOYABLE, function.,;

Adults and juveniles alike spent a delightful evening at the Assembly Hall on Saturday, when a jolly dance was given by Misses Millar and Galliehan arid pupils. ALbut -three hundred dance enthusiasts attended, ,and blithesomely tripped the light fantastic to the latest melodies rendered by Mrs. Thomson’s band of skilled instrumentalists.

The orchestral Hand was gay with streamers in shades of green and gold, and the overhead decorations of the ball-room consisted of festoons and trails of Black and white paper ribbons artistically arranged. In the supper-room a dainty and effective scheme was carried out in Ascot tans to tone with the Iceland poppies, utilised in the floral adornment. Streamers radiating from a. common centre festooned to the walis over tables charmingly appointed . and heavily laden with a wealth of delicious home-made culinary confections. Old fashioned. Bras« candlesticks topped by gay' shades m tones of orange, yellow, tan and pink, interspersed with crystal vases, supporting choice Iceland poppies ran tjio length of (he festive boards, and added an old-wort,* touch together with delightfully blendum color notes to the scene Although throe sittings at suppei were necessary to cope with the crush, it was found that provision had been too generous, therefore with customary kindnesses Miss Millar remembered the Creche children and next day forwarded to them a very much appreciated parcel of delicious cakes, .etc. The programme of dances was specially enjoyable, and the floor was n excellent, .order,- whilst- the extras were contributed Hv Mrs. Feeney, and Miss Phyllis Wheeler and Peggy He Costa. When the hour of midnight struck guests were loth to leave the scene, and many linsrered after the lastnote of music had died away. The valued assistance rendered It Mrs. .Worley and Miss Cora Oman was feelingly referred to by Miss Millar who greatly appreciated their gener ous and voluntary help. Mi.--; Millar was cha • o ugly givn"d in rich deep liJe-uiue ini-die Milanese satin embossed with silver, and fashioned with Blue embossed corsage, and flared skirt, panelled ip ‘ilvei\ whilst a striking and beautiful striped Persian shawl was draped round her shoulders. Mrs. AJorley wore a most becoming robe cleverly contrived from lavendpr georgette and silver lace. Miss Cora Oman chose a pretty and verv effective toilette of white brccaded taffeia embossed with ]>ink 3‘ose-buds.

Among the many present were: Mr. and Mrs. Ct. Witters. Mr. and Mrs. H. Blaek, Mr. and Mrs. Fultou, Mr. and Mrs. Chas. Matthews, A[t-. and Mrs. W. F. Cederwnll, Mr. and Mrs. F. R. Ball, Mr. and Airs J. Nieol, Air and Mrs. Poeock, Air and Mrs. ft. Albertson. Mr. and Mrs. M elver. Air and Mrs Melior, Mr and Mrs. Air. and Airs. Lang? Mr. and Mrs. f.ee, Air. and Airs. Jvnnnv. Mr. and Airs. Lee, Air. and Mrs. McConnell. Air. and Mrs. Slight Mr. and Airs. Alortimer,' Air. and Airs. Trane, Air. and Airs. Isaheth, Air. and Airs. Lsckett. Air. and Airs. F. Collin, Air. and Airs. Sharpies: Ale-sdames A. Zachariah,. F. Goodman, G. Evans, Langridge. A. Coleman. J. 11. Dennis, Ashworth, Legge W. Paltridge, Dwyer, J. Jones. J. Kegney, Jukes, Green'; Alisses Eileen Evans, Alarjorie Rloore, Alildred Ranger, AVinifred O'Halloran, Nancy Coleman. Joan Adair, Aislafiie (3), Tvau e (2), Jocelyn Coleman, Josie Goodman, Freda' and Peggy Cox. Jean Allen, J. and N. Hunt, C and it. Aliller, Denton (2), AI. Bam, Patsy, Aloira and Nanev Martin. Grace Smith, Harris. T. Buscke, Tui 'Ferris, E. and T. Foss, 1., P. and B. Dennis. M. Cumming, AVdhams (2), Lorna Ferris, AI. Jones,-T. and M; Bennett, AI. Campbell D. Colin, P. Lange. D. Nicol, R- Cederwali R and At. Witters, J. Silverwood. P Hudson. B. Cox. T. Bennett. Af Nicol, J. Shorter, D. Young, B Parker It. Preston, N. and R. AVluthread. E. and H. Cox, R. Scott N Roberts, R. Edwards, A. Walker. N Candy, N. Morrison. G. Trail. A. and J. Phillips, Harris’, M Chambers, N. Jones, D/ Goldsmith* B. Walker, AI. Atldn, E, Thompson,, i. Nossistcr, A. Carson, J. Dun combe, E. Good;, J. Dow C. Mitchell L, Haines, S. Brhdfield, Alost. G Smalo J. and AI. Guinn, D. Dingle. E. Doyle, B. AlcCready, R. Sinclair, C Edwards Kcanv (3), E. Goldsmith. D. Green, AI. Talbot, P. Wheeler 1. Jukes, N. Langridge, AI. and N Isabeth, J. Dwyer, A\ r . Paltridge. H McKnight; and Alcssrs D. AliUcr, C. Hunt R. Bloore, N. Beattie. J. Keane, it. J. Hughes, 0. AVnlkcr, V. .BlafcklYirh, A. Berridg|e, Reid, AI. ALcintyre, J. Traltord, G. and J. Wilson, P. Irnies. It. Quinn, O. Julian, J. and T. Jones, R. Simm, and Alasters Rex. Cederwali, L. Cowan, Rex. Jones, iKinley Black, Revel Kinder. Ellis Evans, Frank . Collin, Bill Carson, D’Arcv Heeney, J. Hogan, Arthur Lockett, Peter Bennett, Frank Rook, Allan Smith, Jack Fry, Bruce and Jack White, and JBernie Baker.

BRIDGE. On AVednesday night - Miss M. Heasley entertained a number of friends in a delightful - manner at her home in Stafford Street. Bridge tables were arranged in the drawing-room' which \va s charmingly decorated with roses and Iceland poppies. The diningroom was fragrant with roses, Iceland- poppies shading from cream to deep orange adorning the suppef table. Aliss., Betty Chnsp was awarded the prize for the highest score, Aliss Alolfy Jackson receiving the prize for a hidden number. Airs. Heasley . welcomed her daughter’s guests wearing a graceful frock of black crepe satin and lace. Miss Heasley wore a morocain frock in a lovelv shade of green with a nlain bodice finished with a large silver shoulder flower and n full skirt banded with velvet.'. Among the guests were: Airs. AI. It. Holden; Alisses B. and S. Ohrisp, N. stock, AI. 'Macaulay. Af., Heearty. AI. Jackson, N. and b. 'Chrisp,. V. and E. Crftwshay

GISBORNE. WOMAN'S CLUB

BOOK EVENING

On Tuesday evening members of the Women’s Clulf were entertained at a very enjoyable “hook evening” tendered by the Literary Circle. Each guest was asked to attend representing a book-t Tie. and suitable prizes were allotted for the most correct answers, and the most original, whilst a consolation prize was Hl,so awarded. There were thirty-live entries in the competition, and Mrs W. A. Smith secured the first prize, whilst the prize for the most original fell to the lot of Airs P. Barry. Tlhe prizes were donated bv Mesdamos ML J. Green and Trowel!. Most of the hooks were cleverly represented and Betrayed careful thought, whilst others were rather indefinite.

The ladies appeared, as “The Pathfinder,” “Old Rose and Silver”, “Life’s Handicap,” “To Right the Wrong,” “Tihe Light that Failed,” “Gentlemen Prefer Blondes,” “The Fruitful Vine.” “Lavender and Old Lac©,” “Yellow Poppy,” “That Which Had Wings,” “Gates of Brass,” “The Joker,” “Tom Sawyer,” “The Shadow of the Past,” “l.vanhoe,” “Safety Match,” “False .traces,” “Neither Storehouse or Barn,” “Tho Skypilot,” “The Swan Song,” “Kitty,” “The Weaver of Webs, ’’ “The Butterfly Alan,” “The Keeper*of the Door,” “The Riders of the Purple Sage,” “Hymns Ancient and Modern,” “The Inside of the Cup,” “Diana at the' Crossroads,” “Much Ado About Nothing,” “Hints on Bridge,” “The Unknown Quantity,” “It’s Never Too Late to Mend,” “The Open Window,” apd “infelice,” all of which are by wellknown authors.

A delicious supper wa s served by members of the literary Circle in the soc'a] room which was prettily decorated with ruby carnations, pink roses, and an assortment of anemones and other seasonal blooms.

Among those present were: Mesdntries T. A. Crawford. N. Hooper, E-. N. Sidebottom, AY. F. Cederwall, F. J. Jeune, J. Piric W. J. Green, vV. A. Smith, T Garrett. Geo Smith, M. AY Craig, J. R. Kirk, R. tiep'lurn, Olliver, AYoodward, l’. Barry, Bucklev, Barker, F. R. Hill, K. Tait, AV. J. McGibbon, T. A. Hogg. Trowell, Buckland, AlcJveague, Tilfen. Richardson, AVilcox, Fl!ery,v;md Misses ivy Crawford, Alur!cf Smith, Ellalinc Sidebottom, Grace Bucklev. J. and F. Atkins, Rosie, Ellery, and Matron Clark.

GRAND DANCE REVUE AT

TOLAGA BAY

MISS ETHNE PALT,RIDGE’S CHARM ING PERFORMANCE.

Last Thursday night the Reypolds’ Hall at Tolaga Bay presented a gay scene when the pupils of Afiss Etline ealt ridge gave a charming performance to a crowded house.

The stage was artistically set out and the items went with a swing, each one calling forth prolonged applause from the delighted audience. _\lr T. AV. Lighton’s well-known orchestra left little to be desired, and greatly assisted - ■ -in- - making -this bright and '.sparkkng,.entertainment such a success.

TLie performers included both Tolaga end Gisborne pupils, and lavish praise was accorded their efforts. The Tolaga Bay pupils included .Misses Enid Reeves, Atargot Alorris, Aleg Kemp, Nancy McNeill. Dorothy vJradl, Pam Alorrall. Gwen Findlay, Peggy Patterson, Sheila Xeilson, Tim Neilson, Ivy, Beryl-and Ufa .MacDonald, Nclene Lincoln, Alary Qallaghan, Jean Donald and Daphne Reedy. The Gisborne pupils included a clever troupe of acrobats and ballet dancers, the soloists being Etline Paltridge, Joan Alellor. Lily Brown, t vonne Bradley and Xma Alurpby. Joan Alellor del glued the audience with a musical monologue and a humorous recitation. The kindness of the Tolaga Bay ladies in providing a dainty tea and supper for the visitors from town ivaV greatly appreciated. “COMING OF AGE” PARTY. M ss Grace Clare, who has just attained her majority, wa s tendered a delightful party at the Cook Street Half on Tuesday to mark tho auspicious occasion. The host and hostess were tier parents, Air and Airs G. Clare, of Te Hapara, and they entertained a nmntier of friends in a charming manner. The hall was gaily decorated with yellow and gold streamers and pretty flowering shrubs most artist.cally arranged by girl friends of Afiss Clare. Dancing was a feature of- the evening, - and Mrs Thomson’s orchestra provided spirited music, to the pleasure of all present. Vocal selections, charmingly rendered, were contributed by Miss B. Aloore (mezzo), Air H. Johns (basso), and Air R. Heyworth (baritone), whilst an original humorous duo by Mi Les Smith and Air H. Johns caused a great deal of merriment. Games were also indulged in with zest, and continued till the early hours of the morning. Air C. Davidson and Air H. Johns proved very efficient Ai’sC.

An excellent supper was partaken of toward the close, and the evening was brought to a termination fly the singing of “For She’s a Jolly Good Fellow’’ and “Aukl Lang Syne.” Airs Clare received the guests in a becoming black georgette frock beaded with sequins. Mis s G. Clare was attractively attired in pink georgette -trimmed with diamante and finished with a large georgette bow caught with a diamante clasp. Aliss A. Grant wore black crepe de chine; and Aliss A. Oborn jade crepe de chine with maize georgette frills. Others present included : —Alesdarnes S. Clare. AV. Clare, 11. Osborn, 0. AA’at kins, F. Jeune, AI. Soderston, A. and L. Coleman; Alisses Treasure and Rae AlcCarty, Rose Hawkins, Eflie Eaton, Elsie oennett, Alurief Thompson, Thelma A!orris, Ina Harris, Alerle and Alary Harris, Barbara and Mary Aloore, Hilda Alorse, Alavis Holmes, Stella Chapman, Vera Greentioe, Kathleen Clare, Alar v Ansell, Nellie and Eileen Sullivan, A. Pickett, A. Gordon, r,. Smith, AI. Downey, E. Lory; and Messrs H. and J. Clare, Rutherlord, C. Edwards, H. Johns,_ J. Ansell, A. jVLc.Laughlan, J. Martin. C. David-, son. J. Preston, AI. Soderston, L. Smith, S. Gray, F. and S. Clare. L. Faulkner. Price, D. Leihcc F. Dobbin, J. Russell, S. Stains, H. Osborn, C. Watkins, F. Jeune. A. and C. Coleman and D. Hey worth.