WOMEN’S WORLD

Manawatu Standard, Volume LII, Issue 119, 20 April 1932, Page 11

WOMEN’S WORLD

Miss Ward, of the staff of the Kairanga School, is leaving at the end of the present month to take up work under the Wellington Education Board at Petone. Mrs Arthur Martin, of James Line, Kelvin Grove, who has been visiting Mr and Mrs J. M. Rule, Ballance, has returned home. Mrs G. Nuthall, an aunt of Miss Betty Nuthall, the English lawn tenras champion, has arrived in Auckland, where she will make her homo with her Eons. Miss Betty and Miss Joyce Nathan, of Wellington, and Miss Betty Wilson, of Wanganui, are the guests of Mr and Mrs C. Louisson, North Street, for’ the races. Mrs Henry Mahon Jervis, of Auckland, celebrated her 100th birthday yesterday when four generations of the family were represented at the gathering. Mrs Jervis came to New Zealand in 1849 as a girl of 17 years. A gift evening was tendered Miss Vera Amer on Friday by the residents of Makino. Approximately. 200 local and district friends of the bride-elect were present and the building was taxed to its utmost to accommodate the number.

Mr and Mrs James Taylor, of- St. Kilda, Dunedin. who have been touring the island, included in which was a period spent in the far north amongst the passion fruit orchards of the well-known Iverikeri and Russell districts, left this morning from Palmerston North, where they have been the guests of Mrs Ta.ylor’s brother, Mr J. R. Wingate, on their return journey south.

On Sunday afternoon there was an attendance of about 100 Methodist Bible class members of Palmerston North at the Cuba Street Church for an “after camp impressions” rally. Mr A. J. McLeavev presided in the earlier meeting which was held in the church where, after a period of devotion, impressions were given of the Eastef camps at Woodvilie, Napier, Hastings and Marton. Rev. J. D. McArthur presided at the tea which followed, when Rev. A. N. Scotter, of St. Paul’s, was warmly welcomed to the Manawatu Bible class ranks. At the tea additional reminiscences of the camps were given.

There passed away at Waipukurau on Monday evening Miss Elizabeth Bailev. daughter of the late Mr and Mrs W. A. L. Bailey, of Feilding. Miss Bailey had not enjoyed good health since the Hawke’s Bay earthquake but her passing was unexpected. _ She was well-known in the Feilding district, having lived there until the death of her father, after which she took up her residence with her sister, Mrs A. Foot, Bank of New Zealand, Waipukurau. She was at one time a member of the Feilding Golf Club and an enthusiastic tennis player. She leaves three sisters, Mrs A. Foot (Waipukurau). Mrs Clifford (Napier), Mrs W. Jamieson (Napier) and two brothers, Mr Harry Bailey, of Morrinsville. and Mr Wailter Bailey, Stanway, besides cousins in Taonui, Feilding and Sandon. To her relatives the sympathy of a large circle of friends has bee r extended. MANAWATU LADIES’ GOLF CLUB. A Ladies’ Golf Union silver and bronze medal competition was played by the Manawatu Ladies’ Golf Club yesterday. Mrs H. C. Collinson did a brilliant round of 80, her card reading as follows:—Out, 44540554 3—40; In 54454554 4—40. Following were the best cards handed in: Silver medal.—Mrs Speechley, 93 18—75; Mrs H. C. Collinson, 80—4— 76; Miss W. Scott, 91 —14-—77; Miss M. Guy, 87—9—78. Bronze medal.—Miss R. Rutldge, 109 —31 —78; Miss Kearins, 99—20 79; Mrs L. Cooper, 105—25—80; Miss Rogerson, 107—27—80; Miss K. Nash, 108—27—81. Juniors (over 14 holes). —Mrs A. Oliver, 86—3—83; Mrs B. Marsack, 96-12—84; Mrs A. McKegg, 89—3— 86. EUCHRE AND DANCE. The Awahuri Hall Committee held the first dance of the season last evening, when about one hundred people assembled at the hall where euchre was also played. Mr A. Mickelson was the M.C. for the old time and modern dances, for which Mrs A. H. Marshall contributed an extra. The euchre competitions were in the hands of Mr A. Henson. The gentlemen’s prizes were won by Mr T. Tutty and Mr M. George, and the ladies’ prizes by Mrs B. K. Bennett and Mrs A. H. Marshall. During the evening the ladies’ committee served supper.

WEDDINGS. CACCIA BIRCH—POAVLES. A wedding of considerable local and district interest was solemnised in St. Andrew’s Anglican Church, Bulls, yesterday, when the contracting parties were Charlotte Rachel, daughter of Colonel and the late Mrs C. G. Powles, of Flock House station, Bulls, and Thomas Thoresby Caccia Birch, youngest son of Mr and Mrs Caccia Birch, of “AVoodhey,” Palmerston North. Rev. B. White was the officiating clergyman. Friends of the bride had transformed the interior of the church, which was most artistically decorated with red and white dahlias and daisies. The bride, who was given away by her father, was charmingly attired in a full-length clinging gown of parchment lace, flounced in front and falling in cascades at the back. The bodice was caught in a beautiful old pearl and amethyst brooch, while her beautiful hand embroidered tulle veil was caught simply at the back. She carried a spray of orange blossoms and a sheaf of lilies and freesias. The bridesmaids were Miss Erinora Richardson (chief), cousin of the bride, of Eketahuna, Miss Nancy Evans, of Wellington, and Miss Alison Kirkcaldie, of Wellington. They were dressed in ankle-length frocks of delphinium peau d’ange, fashioned with a bustle effect, and wore bolero jackets with bouffant sleeves and tie collars. They also wore pnrma caps and tiny velvet flowers, while their bouquets and shoes were to tone. Mr Brian Keiller, of Palmerston North, carried out the duties of best man, while Mr John Russell, of Hastings, and Mr James Nelson, also of Hastings, acted as groomsmen. The bridegroom’s mother, Mrs Caccia Birch wore a Lido frock trimmed with black pony skin, and a black hat with a blue mount. A quiet reception was held at Colonel Powle’s residence at Flock House station after the ceremony', when the wedding guests included only relatives and a few close friends. On arrival at Flock House the happy couple walked from the gate to the house under an archway of macrocarpa boughs borne by the boys of Flock House. A marquee was erected on the lawn and the reception was favoured by fine sunny weather. The bride’s travelling dress was of Burgundy wool georgette, over which she wore a red flecked nobby tweed coat, with high fur collar. Her hat and shoes were to tone. HODDINOTT—GILBERT. At St. Cuthbert’s Church, Gwelo, Southern Rhodesia, on March 5, the wedding took place of Miss Mollie Gilbert, of Gwelo, and Mr Jack Hoddinott, of the British South Africa Police, Que Que,, son of Mrs J. Candy, of Palmerston North. Rev. Lionel Bell officiated: The bride looked extremely pretty in an angle-length white satin gown and Brussels lace veil, with a neat spray of orange blossom; her bouquet being of pink roses. As bridesmaid was Miss Hazel Futter, wearing a charming frock of pink crepe-de-chine and pink crinoline with lace hat to match and a bouquet of La France roses. Mr E. A. Streeter, of the B.S.A. Police, acted as best man. After the ceremony the guests motored to the house of Mh and Mrs Chisnall, where the reception was held. A fine collection of presents was on view and, together with the attendance of at least eighty friends, proved the popularity of the couple. Later Mr and Mrs left for Bulawayo and the Victoria Falls, by aeroplane, piloted by Captain Douglas Mail, the bride dropping her bouquet from the ’plane on leaving to the friends who had gathered to witness her departure. Inis was believed to be the first occasion in South Africa that a honeymoon couple has left by air. Mr and Mrs Hoddinott are very well known, both in Gwelo and Que Que, and their many friends at those centres wished them every happiness and success at Mazoe, where they are making their new home. LONDON WEDDING. EXCEPTIONAL INTEREST. LONDON, April 19. The wedding of Lord Hyde, the King’s godson and heir of the Earl of Clarendon, and the Hon. Marion Glyn, a daughter of Lord Wolverton, attracted exceptional interest. Ten thousand people, including a host of city girls who went without their lunches in order to be present, surrounded the Abbey to see Their Majesties and the bride. The bride was married at the high altar, an honour usually reserved for Royalties. The Qu%en wore a beige pink cape, coat, toque and shoes. A gasp of admiration accompanied the arrival of the dark-haired bride, who was gowned in cloth of gold, with a Brussels lace veil. Her shower bouquet was of cream and gold orchids and her head-dress was of orange blossom. Thp pages wore gold satin breeches £tnd golden-tinted lawn shirts. The bridesmaids were gowned in gold satin, covered with gold net._ Gold and green leaves were entwined in their hair. They carried flame-coloured tulips streaked with gold. The trainbearers included Peter Ward, Lord Dudley’s grandson. Though women spectators broke the police cordon, the issue of tickets to guests prevented gate-crashing. AOKAUTERE WOMEN’S INSTITUTE. At the monthly meeting of the Aoknutere Women's Institute, Mrs Groves presided over an attendance of 24 members and three visitors. Proceedings commenced .with the singing of the institute song. The president extended a hearty welcome to new members and visitors, also to Mre Hasloch, a member of the Tiritea Institute, who was present by invitation. There was a large amount of business to transact, this being the first meeting of the institute since tho annual meeting. The president said it had been agreed at the previous meeting to alter tho meeting day from the second Wednesday to tho first Wednesday, this to take effect from the next meeting which will be held on May 4. Mrs Pinfold and Miss Nancy Field were appointed delegates to attend the half-yearly council meeting at Palmerston North. On account of finance, it will not be possible to send delegates to the council meeting which is being hold in Wellington this year. The geranium was chosen as tho Institute flower. A competition for a prize donated by Mrs McKinlay was won by Mrs Chowan and Miss Nancy Field (tie for first place), Miss Fiold winning tho draw: Mrs Lankshear, Miss F. Vowcll and Mrs A. Brill (tie for second); Mrs Orr, Miss Chrissio Field and Miss Thelma Lankshoar (tie for third place). A very interesting demonstration of organdio fantsy yyork waa given by Mrs Hasloch, At its conclusion Mrs Kyle proposed a very hearty voto of thanks to Mrs Hasloch who had given an able demonstration. This s#as seconded and carried by acclamation. A dainty afternoon tea was served by, the hostesses, Mrs Krjsfehscn, Mrs Fraser and Miss Baker. Mrs Chowan kindly consented to take charge of tho points books for tho. ensuing year. , ’ , , The’ meeting terminated with tho Bulging of the - National Anthem. —Aokautere correspondent. ' •• •• • • - • |

OBITUARY. DAMS CHRISTINA MASSEY. SERVICE FOR THE DOMINION. The death occurred at her residence, Parliament Street, Wellington, yesterday, of Dame Christina Ellen Massey, wife of the lato lit. Hon. W. F. Massey, former Prime Minister of New Zealand, says the Dominion. She had been ill for a considerable time. It was known early yesterday that she was failing, and she passed away at about five o’clock. Dame Christina was the eldest daughter of the late Mr Walter Paul, who was a farmer for many years in the Auckland district. She was born near Sydney in January, 1863, and she was married on April 5, 1882. For many years she resided at Mangere with her husband, and thev were exceptionally well known in the district, the name of Massey being associated with nearly all the local activities. In these Mrs Massey participated, and she will be remembered for the everready support she was prepared to give Irer husband throughout liis busy life. During Mr Massey’s term of nearly 13 years as Prime Minister, Mrs Massey lived at the Ministerial residence, Tinakori Road, Wellington, and here throughout the troubled years of the war she was a continual inspiration for those social workers who undertook such valuable services for the men at homo and abroad. She was always known as a quiet woman, but she was an untiring worker, and her energy was often taxed to the limit in the constant round from 1914 until long after the Armistice in 1918. Thousands of people throughout the country will remember her as a familiar figure at Mr Massey’s side at public and private functions, but apart from that she was engaged in all manner of activities in which the call on the Prime Minister’s time prevented him participating. Mrs Massey accompanied her husband to the Imperial Conference of 1916-17 during the war period, and sire was also with him- at the Peace Conference in Paris in 1919. She again visited London when Mr Massey'went to the Imperial Conference in 1921. The order of C.B.E. was conferred upon her in 1918 in recognition of her excellent social services, and in 1926, the year after Mr Massey died, she was honoured with Dame Grand Cross, British Empire Order. The war found in Mrs Massev one who realised as much as a non-combatant could wlrat it meant. Without loss of time she set to work to establish a club in Wellington in which the men when they came in on leave from the camps could spend their leisure. That club, in Sydney Street, became known from one end of New Zealand to the -other, and wherever New Zealand soldiers went the names of Mrs Massey and the club were mentioned in the same breath. In the ceaseless work which the war years brought she would not relax because she felt it her duty to enter into every aspect of the nation’s life and io give a lead where possible. Though of an unassuming nature, her high sense of duty would not allow her to take merely a nominal lead, and site was never prepared to call upon her many assistants to do more than she was willing to do herself. She set a wonderful example of service regardless of personal fatigue which told on her after many years of work. Mrs Massey is survived by five children. The sons are Mr J. N. Massey, M.P. for Franklin; Mr W. W. Massey, M.P. for Hauraki; and Mr P. J. Massey, of the Auckland legal firm of Earl, Kent, Massey and Northcroft. The daughters are Mesdames C. W. Salmon, of AVellington, and Laurence Taylor, of Auckland. ■ The funeral will take place to-mor-row, and a service will be held at St. Andrew’s Church, The Terrace, an 10.45 a.m. Dame Christina will be laid to rest alongside her late husband in the tomb at Point Harwell Memorial. Special provision for this was made in the Massey Burial Ground Act of 1925. » .1., .—.—l