PERSONAL AND SOCIAL.

Otago Daily Times, Issue 20701, 26 April 1929, Page 18

PERSONAL AND SOCIAL.

Miss Jessie Russell is visiting Oamaru as the guest of Mrs Maxwell Douglas. • * • M V Mrs W. B. Steel have gone to Christchurch for a short visit. * * • Mrs D. Phillips has returned to the city, * * * Mrs C. E. Chapmah has returned to the city from a holiday spent at Palmerston. • * * Miss Bland, who has been visiting Timaru as the guest of the Misses Woolhas returned to the city. • • * Iran Cosima Wagner, the second wife of the composer, has lost the sight of both eyes. She is 9t years of age. * • • Miss Alice Pascoe, of Christchurch, is the guest of Mrs H. S. Fenwick. Musselburgh. Mr and Mrs Gladstone Robinson are tiie guests of Mrs Watson Shennan, High street. Mrs Brookes, of India, is the guest of her daughter, Mrs R. Dawson, “ Calton,” Dunottar. • * • Miss Turton, of Wellington, who has been staying in this city for a few weeks, has gone to Timaru. • * « Mrs J. M. Paterson will leave the city to-morrow for Wellington, where she will stay for a Week or 10 days. • • • Miss Eona Allen returned to the city on Saturday from, a long convalescence spent at Hanmer Springs. • » • . Mrs C. W. Birch has returned to the city from a long holiday spent at Temuku and surrounding districts. • * * Mr and Mrs C. Stanley Smith, who have been been the guests of Dr and Mrs Torrance, at Bluff, have returned to Dunedin, ♦ * • Mr and Mrs Richard Hudson and Mrs W. R. Hudson, who are at present on a holiday visit to Timaru, are expected to return to the city in a day or two. Lady Allen entertained Mrs Patrick Marshall and Mrs Riley to luncheon on Wednesday at her residence, “ Arana,’ Clyde street. • • • The Attorney-general (Mr T. K. Sidey ) and Mrs Sidey and Archdeacon Whitehead were guests on Tuesday at luncheon at “Arana,” Clyde street, Sir James and Lady Allen’s residence. * * •» On Tuesday afternoon the women candidates for the council and Hospital Board addressed representatives from the various women’s bodies at the Otago Club rooms. * * * Mr and Mrs S. C. Sutherland will leave Dunedin to-morrow for Wellington, whore they will join the Rangitiki en route for England. # * • . Mrs Tom Johnson, of " Hope Hill,” Allanton, who has been paying an extended visit to her mother at Alexandra, is at present the guest of Mrs A. W. Johnson, of Cromwell. • • • The musical evening which was to have taken place.to-day at the Otago Women’s Club rooms, and for which Mr and Mrs Roy Spackman were to have been responsible, has been postponed until June 28. • • * The engagement is announced of Mabel Edith, second daughter of Mr and Mrs E, Goodall,_ of Bndger street. Mornington, Dunedin, to Clarence Armstrong, youngest son of Mrs Holmes and the late Mr Holmes, Green's road, Papanui, Christchurch. • • * The engagement is announced of Mabel' Cynthia, ■ youngest daughter of- Mr and Mrs A. L. Woods, of Wellington, to James Arthur, second son of the late Captain Sir John Rea and Lady Rea, of Maidenhead, England. • « • Mrs R. Dawson entertained a number of friends at a successful bridge party on Tuesday, the occasion being the visit of her mothev, Mrs Brookes, to this city. The players were Mesdarhes Douglas Ramsay. Cheeseman, B. Haggitt, Gallaway, J. 1 Black, and Wallis; Misses Ensor, Reynolds, Gilkisou, and C. Williams. • * • Mrs J. M. Gallaway gave an afternoon tea at her .residence, Musselburgh, on Wednesday. Those present were Lady Williams, Mesdames George Roberts, Gladstone Robinson (Timaru), W Menlove (Athol), Cox, Angus Cameron, Laidlaw. Garth Gallaway, J. E. Macassey, and Watson Shennan, Misses Gilkison and Rattray. • • • Mrs Hunter entertained friends to morning tea at her residence, George street, on Wednesday, in honour of Mrs S. C. Sutherland, who, with her husband, will leave Dunedin to-morrow en route for England. Other guests present were Mesdames Norman Brewer, J. M. Paterson, R. Elliott, A. Nicholson (Invercar gill), and Ringland, and Nurse Cupples. ♦ * * At the meeting of the Dunedin League of Mothers which was held on AVcdnesday afternoon, Mrs S. A. Leary gave a vex - y enlightening account of her work in connection with the education of the deaf. Specimens of the work accomplished by the inmates of the institutions demonstrated tlie valuable assistance given to these inflicted people. Following the talk vocal solos rendered by Mrs F. W. Robinson and Miss P. Anderson and pianoforte solos by Miss M'Dowell were much enjoyed. Mrs S. M. Park proposed a hearty vote of thanks which was carried unanimously. ,» * a Princess Elizabeth has had her miniature painted on ivory. It is being copied trom one of her recent photographs, in which she wears a frilled pink frock and her favourite string of coral beads, a gilt from her uncle, Prince George. The p, ln ! atul ' e was the Duchess of York’s Christinas, present to the Queen, who has a much-prized collection of family miniatures in her sitting room at Buckingham i a lace. The Queen has a new bracelet which contains the miniature portraits £>• three grandchildren—Princess Elizabeth, with her two little Laseelles cousins on either side. The idea is a rephea of the bracelet the Queen had of her six children when they were young. Linoleums in all the newest designs and colourings from 5s 6cl a yard, 6ft wide. Only the best British makes m stock.—C. and W. Hayward. Ltd.— Advt. * • • Note.—When deciding on your Gloves or Stockings, go to the specialist. London Town Hosiery Parlour where you buy direct Liotn mill at the lowest cost.—lß6 George street (3 doors from Terry’s).Advt. • • • Beauty, desirable and fleeting, may be ; Gained and preserved. Every woman should make it her delightful duty always to appear at her best. Ar occasional facial mak»e a tremendous difference Make an appointment at the D.S.A Beauty Salon.—Advt. * • • Miss Duke. 101 Higbgate, Roslyn. has Now Resumed Dressmaking Classes. Ring for Appointment.—Advt. • • • During the absence of Mr and Mrs W D. Napier from New Zealand Miss Dorothy Napier is undertaking the man agement of “Tr Kiteroa,” the populai guest house and health resort at Wai mate. Modern house, with electric light and, drainage. Ideal winter climate: beautiful garden, unique bird life, extensive view. For illustrated descriptive circular, containing full particulars, ad dress Miss Dorothy Napier, P.O. Box 10, Waimate. Telephone 151, Waimate.— Advt.

The annual meeting of the Waikouaiti branch of the women’s division of the Farmers’ Union was held recently, when the following officers were elected for the ensuing year:—President, Mrs C. Hallum; vice-president, Mrs Woods; secretary and treasurer, Mrs J. A. Townsend. The balance sheet for 1928-29 showed a satisfactory credit balance. The total membership now numbers 23.

Sunday, besides being a day of worship, is a family day. - Members of a family group who separate for their work every morning in the week, see more of each other on this day. They have more leisure for home and for the interests of those who share it with them. It is for this reason that girls who have to live away from home often find it a long and lonely clay. The Y.W.C.A. has decided that in future the lounge in Moray place will be kept open on Sundays until 9 p.m, The Senior Club girls have undertaken to be in charge to serve tea for the sum of fid, and to welcome every girl who cares to come in and read magazines, talk over the fire, or join in the singing.

The little turnover wool socks originally created for golf and sports wear have been adopted by the Parisiennes (states a writer in an exchange). Hurrying along all the Paris streets you see them; from a distance they look like ankle bracelets. All colours are worn, but most women are wearing white. Perhaps they do so to show they' can afford many pairs, for they soon get. muddy. When white socks are worn black shoes and stockings accompany them, a black coat trimmed with ermine, black hat, and white gloves, borne women wear little socks with a pattern on the turnover, and woolly gloves with the same pattern on the gauntlet, but that is a little too “loud” for Paris. It is rumoured that the Frenchwomen’s demand for socks is so great that the shopkeepers have had to cut down and adjust men’s socks to meet the demand. For those who do not like the little socks, there are gaiters to below the knee, or imitation gaiters; a short pullover stocking with buttons ail up the front of the leg. * * « A wedding of considerable interest to Clutha Valley residents was solemnised at the Presbyterian Church, Balelutha, on March 27, the contracting parties being George Alexander, third son of Mrs Miller and the late Peter Miller, of Clydevale, and Mabel Taylor, youngest daughter of Mr and Mrs J. Percy, of Matakanui, Central, Otago. The Rev. M'Neur was the officiating clergyman, while Miss Miller, sister of the bridegroom, presided at the organ. The bride, who entered the church on her father’s arm, was attired in a dainty gown, the bodice being of crepe de chine and the skirt composed of tiny georgette frills. Silver slippers and stockings, an embroidered tulle veil surmounted by a coronet of orange blossoms, and a handsome bouquet of hothouse flowers completed a charming toilet. The bridesmaid, Miss Ellen MKersey, of Dunedin, wore a dainty frock of eau de ml georgette designed on the same lines as that of the bride. She wore a bandeau of green tulle and gold leaves, and carried a bouquet of lemon and lavender shaded flowers. The duties of best man were carried out by Mr March Miller, brother of the bridegroom. After the ceremony the guests, numbering about 60, adjourned to the “ Renown ” Tea Rooms, where a wedding breakfast was partaken of, and many congratulatory messages read. Mr and Mrs Percy received the guests, Mrs Percy being attired in a navy rep gown with coat, hat, and scarf to tone, and she carried a bouquet of cream roses. The bridegroom’s mother wore a black marocain gown with hat and coat to match, _ also a handsome skunk stole. She carried a bouquet of red roses. Mr and Mrs Miller later left by car for the north, the bride travelling in a fawn rep frock with coat: hat, and shoes to tone, also a fox fur, the gift of the bridegroom. • • * • ■ .On April 2, at First Church, Frances Eileen, elder daughter of Mr and Mrs R. Craighead, of Hillgrove, was married to Robert Brown, second son of Mr and Mrs E. Beardsmore, of Milton. The Rev. Mr M'Neur, of Milton, officiated at the ceremoney, and Dr V. E. Galway presided at the organ. The church had been decorated for the occasion by friends, making a pretty setting for the bride, who entered on the arm of her father. Her gown was of ivory crepe de chine, the bodice and long sleeves being trimmed with rows of pin tucks. The three-tiered skirt was pleated at one side and finished at the waist with a spray of orange blossoms. The bride carried a bouquet of white lilies, asters, and maidenhair fern. Her veil, which was lent to her by her cousin, was of tulle, daintily embroidered with silver, and was held in place with a coronet of orange blossoms. Miss O. Gibb, of Christchurch, cousin of the. bride, attended as bridesmaid, wearing a sleeveless frock of eggshell blue georgette trimmed with pin tucks and lace, and wore a bandeau of tulle to tone. She carried a bouquet of pink sweet peas, asters, and maidenhair fern. The flower girls, Daphne Craighead. sister of the bride, and Freda Lane, both wore frocks of shell pink crepe de chine, designed with long bodices and full skirts, and tulle caps to tone, tied under their chins, and finishing with long streamers falling at one side. Both carried baskets tied with eggshell blue ribbons and filled with pink sweet peas. Mr W. Taylor, of Milton, attended the bridegroom. After the ceremony the "nests were entertained at the Lido Tea Rooms by the parents of the bride, Mrs Craighead receiving the guests wearing a gown of black charniclaine relieved with red and a black hat. Mrs Beardsmore, mother of the bridegroom, was attired in a gown beige silk with a hat "to tone and a tailored coat of navy red. Later, when Mr and Mrs Beardsmore left for the north, tile latter was wearing a frock of navy rep and a navy coat trimmed with grey fur with a grey hat to tone. • * * The marriage of Doris Adelle, only daughter of Mr and Mrs Nicholas j. Mathewson, of Caversham, to Claude Crossley Everette, eldest son of Mr and Mrs I. A. Miller, of Ashburton, was solemnised on April 1 in the pretty little church of St. Peter’s, Cargill road, the ilev. Canc.-i Button officiating at the ceremony, aud Miss Favell presiding at the organ. The church was beautifully decorated by friends of the bride, who, before her marriage was the organist of the church. The bridal party entered the church to the singing of “The Voice that Breathed ’O’er Eden.” The bride, escorted by her father, looked very charming in her sleeveless gown of silver 'ace over ivory crc- ’ - chine. She wore her mother’s bridal wreath and handsome eilkerabroiclered veil, the wide silk lace border of which formed train. She wore silver si s and chiffon silk hose, and carried a shower bouquet of white chrysanthemums, roocbmls. sweet pe..s, lilie. and asparagus fern. She Was attended by Miss A Mason, of,St. Clair, and Miss I. Miller, the bridegroom’s sister, who wore pretty frocks of pink crepe de chine, featuring flowing pointed panels and swathed belts. Each wore a bandeau of pink tulle, silver shoes and hose to match, and bouquets of pink lilies, sweet peas, rosebuds, and maidenhair fern were finishing touches to attractive toilettes. Mr Clarence Miller, brother of the bridegroom, was best man, and Mr I, Stalker groomsman. After the ceremony the guests, numbering 72, were entertained at Jay’s Tea Booms, where a dainty breakfast was served. Mrs Mathewson, the bride’s mother, received the guests, wearing a blue satin marocain gown and black hat trimmed with goldeii birds of paradise. She carried a posy of blue flowers and asparagus fern. Mrs Miller, the bridegroom’s mother, was attired in a navy rep gown with hat to tone. Many beautiful presents were received. some of which came from Australia. Later, the young couple left for -the north, the bride travelling in.a blue sheen silk gown relieved with fawn crepe de chine arid blue and fawn felt hat and fur, and black patent shoes.. The bridegroom’s present to the bride was an amethyst ring, and he received from the bride an ebony walking stick. The bridesmaids received dainty “Ainsley” afternoon tea ware.

Owing to flood relief duty, the ladies of the St. John Ambulance Sewing Guild have been unable to devote the time intended to the stocking of their jumble stall. Gifts of needlework, bric-a-brac, novelties of any kind would be most acceptable, and may be left at headquarters, Octagon, on or before Monday, April • < • “People expressed a good deal of surprise that Princess Mary and Lord Lascelles left Buckinghma Palace on foot one afternoon to go for a walk in the Green Park,” states an English writer. • Royalty so rarely do that kind of thing, they said. So perhaps one may remind them that, since her marriage, Princess Mary regards herself very much as a private individual rather than as a Prinness of the blood royal. She dislikes the pomp of State exceedingly, and I remember that when a question of precedence was-being discussed once up in Yorkshire she said quite firmly, ‘ Oh, do let us leave that out of it. lam a private person now, you know.’ adding with a smile, thank goodness.’ The walk, by the way. which the Princess and her husband took that day in the Green Park was a favourite one with the late Lord Knollys, who was so closely associated with the royal household in Eing Edward’s day/ 3