Social News

Northern Advocate, 5 November 1932, Page 5

Social News

PERSONAL. Dr. C. D. Costello and Mrs Costello of Whangarei, left for England by the Port Gisborne yesterday. M

Mrs .T. J. McCormick motored through from Rotorua last week-end and is spending a holiday with her mother, Airs Poole, King Street.

Miss A. E. Henderson, who was a Presbyterian missionary in India for BD years, is visiting Whangarei. She is the guest of Airs Elliott, at the Alanse.

* * * * The Girl Citizens of Whangarei were very pleased to be asked by the Alayor to attend the Whangarei Borough Council meeting on October 31. '"M The girls appreciated this exceedingly and gained much helpful knowledge therefrom. A most interesting evening was spent by them all.

KAITAIA GOLF CLUE. The Kaitaia Golf Club held a most successful ball in the A. and P. Hall, Kaitaia, excellent music being supplied. Miss M. Urlich and Mr C. Harrison played extras. Visitors attended from the surrounding districts. Among those present were:—Mesdames A. Christensen, J. Feeney, A. Gray, E. King, T. S. McMillan, A. C. Smeaton, T. Salvair, A. Wilkinson, Waddell. Misses Z. Bcrghan, B. Bardsley, Barley, Campbell, E. Christensen, D. White, N. Dodds, P. Dean, D. Evans, M. Evans, I. Gracie, U. Evans, L. Gallagher, M. Gracie, V, Gallagher, C. Holder, E. Imeson, A. Jones, E. Kunieich, D. Mclntosh, B. Wagener, M. Waltridge, M. Urlich, D. Thornell, L. Taylor, A. Tracey, Smith, M. Stehr, IG, Stewart, C. Rowe, L. Robinson, D. / Puckcy, N. Maria.

LEAP YEAR BALL. A successful “fifty-fifty” dance was held in Otaika Hall on Friday evening, October 28, when the first half of the programme was directed by the ladies, who had the privilege of asking the gentlemen to dance. One of the local young ladies performed the duties of Mistress of Ceremonies in a verp efficient manner until supper time, when the usual M.C. took charge. The hall was beautifully decorated for the occasion, the walls being lined with nikau. Branches of manuka, on which bloomed large coloured flowers, added to the decorative scheme. The front of the stage was hidden by a massed effect of lycopodium and mock apple-blossom. The colours predominant in the decorations were mauve, pink, and gold. .Several novelty dances were on the programme, the Monte Carlo being won by Miss T. Wall bank and Mr Humphreys, and the Statue one-step by Mr' and Mrs G. Stainton. The music was excellent, the rendition of classical and jazz music do- \ lighting one and all. s The hall was comfortably filled, and the floor was not unduly crowded.

[The Lady Editor is always glad to receive news of social items—weddings, dances, parties, etc.—for inclusion in her page. Engagement notices must bear the signatures of both parties. Communications should be addressed to Lady Editor, care of the “Northern Advocate. ” To facilitate inclusion, all communications should reach this office not later than 4 p.m, on Friday. No copy can be accepted after 10 a.m, on Saturday.]

ENGAGEMENTS. The engagement is announced, and the marriage will shortly take place, of Mary Stirling, elder daughter of Mrs E. M. Russell, Mt. Eden, and the late Alexander Russell of Wanganui, to Douglas Alexander Bird, of Whangarei. » * * * The engagement is announced between Gladys May (Pat) Baird, youngest daughter of Mrs AT. Baird, of Kaikohe, and Alexander John, youngest son of the late Mr and Mrs W. M. Blair, late of Queensland, Australia.

WEDDING. W ATER AIAN—WEIR. Christ Church, Whangarei, was the scene of a very pretty wedding ou Wednesday, the 2Gth October, when Prances Tennant, younger daughter of Air and Airs W. Weir of Auckland, was married to Alfred Clarence, only son of Air and Airs C. Waterman, of Waipapa. The bride, who entered the church with her father, looked charming in a gown of ivory satin cut on princess lines, with insets of angel skin lace and falling into a train at the back. A very beautiful veil was arranged with a coronet of orange blossoms, and she carried a bouquet of white roses and lilies of the valley. The bridesmaid, Aliss Ena Almao, of Auckland, wore a frock of apricot satin, with hat of the same shade. Her bouquet was composed of red roses. The little flower girl, Beverley Rowlands, looked sweet in frilled apricot erepe de chine, with lace mittens and head-dress to match.

The bride’s mother was attired in a navy maroeain ensemble, with navy hat, and carried a bouquet of gerberas and sweet peas. The bridegroom’s mother wore a frock of nigger brown maroeain with fox fur and nigger browm hat. The after rejoicings were held at the Commercial Hotel, where the hostess, Mrs Cyril Powell, wearing a charming gown of cherry and cream silk crepe, with hat and shoes to tone, received the guests in the lounge, which looked gay with bowls of Iceland poppies and aspidistra palms. The dining-room, -where a sumptuous repast was served to some 60 guests, was decorated in colours to tone with the bridal party. The duties of toast master wore in the capable hands of Dr George Walker, and the usual toasts were honoured.

After the reception Mr and Mrs Waterman left by car for the South, where the honeymoon is to be spent, the bride wearing a, smart travelling frock of autumn brown crepe satin, with small brown hat to tone.

PIIESBYTERIAL ASSOCIATION. NORTH AUCKLAND ANNUAL MEETING. The annual meeting of the North Auckland Presbyterial Association was held in the Presbyterian Sunday School Hall on Wednesday last, the Rev. W. Elliott, Moderator of Presbytery, presiding and giving the address. Thirteen branches responded to roll call, representatives being as follows: Kaitaia 3, Dargaville 0, Waihou Valley 2, Okaihau 2, Waipu 3, Matarau 4, Whakapara 2, Titoki 4 } Hikurangi 2, Kauri 5, Kamo 3, Mangapai 7, Maungaturoto 2, and Whangarei 10. Various reports were read, showing that progress had been made during the year. Three new branches have been formed —one at Kaitaia, one at Okaihau and one at Whangarei Heads — and the membership roll has increased from I<)4 to 235. Subscribers to “Harvest Field” and the Maori Mission Birthday League also show an increase. Oriental goods to the value of £3l 2/8 were sold, a decrease on last year’s amount.

A motion of sympathy was passed with the Rev. X. 0. White, of Dargavillc, in the loss of his mother, who died at Anderson’s Bay, Dunedin. The late Airs White was one the fast diminishing hand of pioneers of the Presbyterian Women’s Missionary Union. She represented Canterbury on (lie first committee in UK).', and was elected second president. She also took an important part, in framing the constitution of the union and was the first business manager of its magazine, “Harvest Field,” and always felt a financial obligation towards this branch of the union’s work - ., which she so ably fostered in its early days. Through her long life of SO years she was an active church -worker. A solo contributed by Mrs Stevenson was very much appreciated. The following officers were all reelected for the ensuing year.—President, Mrs Elliott: vice-presidents, Mesilanies White and Stewart; secretary, Miss R. Killen; treasurer, Mrs P.yrt; Departmental secretaries, Mesdames Weir, McTnnes, Fairley, Allcoek, Shar man, A. McLeod, and Misses 'fhbmas and E. McLeod.

LADIES’ GARDENING CLUB,

Ou Monday afternoon the members of the Ladies’ Gardenia" Club bad an opportunity of visiting a part of the town which was new ground to a good many of them, and of studying results obtained from working clay soils. Invitations had been extended to visit the garden of Alesdames Bothell, Halladay and Leatherin', and the club was delighted with the charming shows that greeted them. Mrs Leatherin'’s garden exhibited the possibilities of the cultivation of a slope and a brilliant display of almost every variety of flower and colour greeted the guests as they climbed up and down the paths. There were many exclamations. at the glorious view of the Heads obtained from this, as from all three of the gardens. Ml's Bothell’s garden was a picture of brilliance and neatness. The rose and carnation beds, created much interest, as did the great variety of flowering shrubs neatly labelled. The litle stone models gave a quaint touch to the garden.

Airs Halladay had very kindly invited the club for picnic tea, and there the members repaired where “n pleasanter spot was never spied.” A cup of tea in a real old-world garden, sitting on a velvet lawn by an arch of honey-suckle or on a verandah looking across the blue ocean, was very refreshing, and a perfect day did much to make the whole afternoon enjoyable.

WOMEN’S INSTITUTES. KAAIO ANNUAL AIEETING. The second annual meeting of the Kamo Women’s Institute was held iu the'hall on Wednesday, November 2. The following officers were elected: President, Airs A. T. Young, re-elected; vice-president, Airs Andrews! committee, Alesdamcs Edge, Whiteman; press correspondent, Airs AlcTnnes; secretary, Airs Wineflcld, re-elected. A demonstration on basket-making was given by Airs Young. It was decided to have a social afternoon for the December meeting and to invite members from other institutes to be present. The meeting closed with the National Anthem.

PARUA BAY. The November meeting of the Parua Bay Institute was held this week. Various thrifty .ways of utilising old clothes were described by members. A cushion cover competition was won by Mrs Gladding, with Mrs D. Ross second. The foil call, “What My Husband says about the Institutes,’’ brought some amusing responses. Afternoon tea followed. MAROMAKU. A meeting of the Manomaku branch of the Women’s Tustituie was hold at the residence of Mrs Atkins, Mrs Ross presiding.

An interesting roll call, “Most Disliked Household Tasks,” was most amusing, calling forth some pleasant arguments.

The competition for bonk ‘titles was won by Mrs Boss, Mrs Christie and Miss D. Bouse.

Mrs Brydnn gave an interesting demonstration on bead mat-making, which was greatly appreciated. The meeting closed with a hearty vote of thanks to Mrs Atkins for the use of her residence.

KIRIPAKA. A very successful and well attended meeting of the above was held at. MrsJohnson’s residence, Kiripaka Boad on November 3. Mrs Cheoseman presided. Mrs A. Clark, president of the Whareora branch, gave a short, but very instructive address, and also a very interesting demonstration of the making of roses from butter*. The competition, which was won by Miss Joan Smithcrs, of the most" origiginal article made from “something costing nothing,” brought forth a varied assortment of useful ns well as ornamental articles. The hostesses for the afternoon were Mrs Johnson and Miss Ellin.

HANDCRAFT EXHIBITION. Women’s Institute handcrafts always form a centre of attraction at local shows, and in view of the widespread interest displayed in this branch of Institute activities, the Dominion Federation has decided to hold an exhibition in Wellington on November 23 and 24, which Her Excellency, Lady Blcdisloe, has graciously consented to open. This exhibition will be the largest and most comprehensive one yet staged by the New Zealand organisation, and will include all forms of handcrafts from all parts of the Dominion. A special feature will lie examples of the many uses to which primary products can be put, by using simple home methods and implements, and will include home-cured skins, home-spun wool and home-made dyes from native plants.

In addition to their other many and varied handcrafts, the institutes are keenly interested in the revival and encouragement of old and beautiful crafts, which have more nr less fallen into disuse.

Examples of these will be on view, and demonstrations of various kinds will lie in progress throughout the exhibition, The whole display will prove that W. I. stands for “ Wide Interests ” as well as Women’s Institutes.