Notes for Women

Otago Daily Times, Issue 21359, 12 June 1931, Page 12

Notes for Women

PERSONAL AND SOCIAL

Dr and Mrs C. North hare returned to Dunedin.

' Miss C. Conn will leave to-day for Lake Wanaka. ' ’ -

Mr and Mrs Robert Lee are at present making a short stay at Christchurch.

& Misses Letty and Barbara Williams left by car on Tuesday for Hororata.

Mrs Thomas Brown will return from Timaru during the week-end.

, v Miss Betty Reeves is paying a visit to Miss Noel 1 Storey, “ Venlaw Station,” Wyndham.

Miss Vera Trotter, of Hastings, is the guest of Mrs John Macpherson, Moana crescent.

Mrs Cecil Wood, of Christchurch, is the guest of Mrs Leslie Wilson, Albert street.

The Rev. A. L. North and Mrs North are the guests of Mrs E. N. Herrington, “ The Lodge,” Knox( College. *

Miss Ladbrooks has left on a holiday visit to Wellington, -where she will be the guest of Mrs L. M. Inglis.

Mrs A. H. Munro (nee Miss Vera James) left by the through express yesterday for Auckland.

Mrs W. A. Saunders (St. Clair) left by the mid-day express yesterday on a visit to Sydney.

Mr and Mrs Cracroft Wilson, of Christchurch, who have been the guests of friends in Dunedin, have returned to their home.

Miss Eleanor Atkinson Jones, of Kirkland Hill, Roslyn, is at present staying with her aunt, Mrs W. G. Jones, Mount M‘Kay, Matarae.

* * Sis Mies Eliza Scott v left by the express yesterday, on her way to Jamaica, where she is to take up missionary work. There was a . large crowd oh thb station to see Miss Scott off. * sis sis , The engagement is announced of Marjory, daughter of Mr W. H. Ott and the late Mrs Ott, of Invercargill, to Robert, son of Mr and Mi's C. S. Eree, of Macandrew Bay. " . . ■

Mr and Mrs A. B. Hore were visitors to Dunedin for the Shea-Coyle wedding. After spending Show Week in Dunedin they motored to their home at Kyeburn during the week-end.

Mrs Hugh Gourley, jun. ; was hostess at a kitchen evening ” given on Wednesday at her residence, Clark street, in honour of- Miss Elsie Webster, a brideelect.

Mrs Denton Leech left yesterday for Balclutha and Tahakopa in the interests of the League of Nations Union. During her stay at Balclutha, which was on the invitation of the local branch of the League of Mothers, she will be the guest of Mrs Grigor. ,

The final year nurses were entertained on Monday evening at a tea given at the Otago Women’s Club by the matron of the Dunedin Hospital (Miss Tennent). Eleven other nurses and the tutor-sister, Miss Smith, were the other guests present. ¥ * # ¥ On the evening of June 4 the members of the Literary Circle of the St. Clair Women’s Club met at Mrs Grigg’s resi dence, Forbury road, St. Clair, when an interesting paper on the life and works of Sir Walter Scott was read by Miss E. Grigg. Supper brought' to a close a pleasant evening. ¥ ¥ ¥ Housewives will have a good opportunity of doing their week-end shopping to advantage in Stuart Hall, Frederick street, to-day, for the Knox Church Young Women’s Society will hold its annual salc of home-made cakes, sweets, flowers, and produce. Afternoon tea will be served in the hall, and the sale will be open both morning and afternoon, ¥ ¥ ¥ Mrs John Macpherson was hostess at an afternoon tea given at her residence, Moana crescent, yesterday. The guests present were Mesdames P. R. Sargood, E. L. Vallange, J. Paton Dunlop, InnesWalker (Kenya Colony), H. Mandeno, P. Priest, J. A. Sim, H. W. Bundle, and Dyke, and Misses Platts and V. Trotter (Hastings). ¥ ¥ ¥ Mrs Edgar Shand, of Kokonga, ''entertained guests at a luncheon party given at the Otago Women’s Club on Tuesday in honour of Mrs Glazebrook, of Hastings. Those present were Mesdames W. 0. M'Kellar, J. C. Shand, J. ; 8. Sinclair. Max Friedlander (Auckland)!' A. C. Stephens, Clappcrton, Reid. Gerald -Fitzgerald, and Lewin, Mias Fleming, and Dr Marjorie (Barclay. ¥ ¥ ¥ A very successful military and Aero Club ball was held in the, Britannia Theatre in Balclutha on Wednesday night. Fully 135 couples were present, and the Grand March was led off by Colonel and Mrs Grigor. The hall was beautifully decorated with coloured lights and streamers. Excellent music was supplied by the Clutha Dance Band, and the supper was greatly enjoyed. Colonel Barrowclough headed a contingent of visitors from Dunedin, some Of whom had made the journey by air. •{* & An enjoyable social evening was spent by members of the Otago Ladies’ Bowling Association with their friends in the Early Settlers’ Hall on Tueday. Pro gressive euchre and progressive bridge were played in the supper room, and dancing was indulged in in the larger hall. Over 200 were present. Th£ floor was in perfect condition! for dancing. -,nd the music of the band added greatly to the enjoyment of the dancers. The wish was expressed'hy a number of 1 those present that other socials on the. same lines should' be run, monthly during the winter, Mr J. Rigby and' Mrs J. Wallace made efficient M.C.’s. After supper, Mrs G. Adess, president of the Ladies' Bowling Association, presented the Donald Stuart Banner to Mrs Hicrginson. president of the Dunedin Ladies’ Bowling Club For going through the interclnb games last season without a defeat. Mr W. Easton responded on behalf of the Dunedin Ladies’ Club. You’ll enjoy staying home much more these cold evenings if your fireside furniture comes from Hayward’s, the Premier Furnishers, 141 George street. See the pieces in their showrooms. They are a revelation in comfort at low cost. —Advt. W ¥ ¥ • Special classes for children and individual tuition for adults in French Conversation Madame Saldaigne, College and Otago University Lecturer, 36 Cargill street.—Advt i Ladies, have your permanent waving, marcelle and water waving done at Stock Exchange hairdressers and tobacconists. Highly-skilled service under direction of Miss Miller. Phone 11-560.—Advt.

Items of social interest and topics relating to the home are invited. Communications must be accompanied by the name and address of the writer. Notices of engagements must be signed by one at least of the principals, or by some responsible person, as a guarantee of genuineness.

Prior to her marriage, which took place on June 3 at Roxburgh, Mrs R. D. J. Vautier, nee Miss Noel Stfachan, of Roxburgh East, was the recipient of many tokens of her popularity. These included presentations from the Young Women’s Bible Class and the Roxburgh East Dramatic Club, in both of which institutions she took a keen interest. A “handkerchief ” afternoon, given by Mrs T. Sandes and Miss Gilchrist at the residence of the former, and a “ surprise ” evening by the residents of Roxburgh East, proved very enjoyable, and were further demonstrations of the kindly regard in which Mrs Vautier is held by her numerous friends.

There was a large attendance of members at the St, Clair Women’s Club, held on Monday last, when the president (Mrs E. H. Ombler) was in the chair. The programme for the evening was in the capable hands of Mrs W. J. Williams, who gave a comprehensive survey of the life and works of Katherine Mansfield. She illustrated her points with humorous extracts from “ The Prelude” and “At the Bay.” Assisting her were Mesdames Archbold, M'Clatchy, and E. H. Ombler, who read “ Germans at Meat,” “ The Ply,” and “ The Wind Blows.” At the close of the evening Mrs N. Speight moved a vote of thanks to Mrs Williams for her address. Supper and the singing of the National Anthem concluded an enjoyable evening.

A very successful children’s poster and fancy dress dance was held in the Queenstown Garrison Hall on Friday evening under the auspices of St. Peter’s Ladieo Guild. The music was supplied by Miss Elsie Fraser (piano) and Miss Rene Hales (violin). Mr F. Padget carried out the duties of M.C. The following awards were made for the best costumes’ —Poster (under eight): Girls —Margaret Scott (Weldon’s children’s fancy dress fashions); boys—George Nelson (Sergeant Dan) Over eight; Girls—Frances Tal lentire (support district industries, or Reid’s Wakatipu Mills); boys—Alexander Robins (Gold Leaf tea). Fancy dress prizes; Under eight, girls—Gennor Robinson (Welsh woman); boys—Malcolm Mann (period gentleman). Over eight; Girls—Daphne Sew Hoy (gipsy), boys—Anthony Eyton (pirate).

Recent guests at the White Star Hotel, Queenstown, include; —Mr A. J. Barncastle, Mr J. M'Gregor, Miss G. J. Smithson, Miss N. Palfreyman (Sydney), Mr jST. Heath (Auskland), Mrs F. J. Alford (Waikato), Mr S. Hancock (Wellington), Mr and Mrs R. A. Baker, Miss H. Nicholls. Mr E. Rigby (Christchurch), Mr R. L. Wigley (Timaru),.Mr C. Elms (Hermitage), Miss C. M. Forrest. Miss B. Griffiths, Mr A. N. Vondeerloot, Mr R. J. Kelly (I)uuedin),i Mr C. Kelliher (Martains Bay), Mrs Norton Taylor, Mrs R. Cairns, Miss G. Griffiths, Mr T. R. Taylor (Invercargill), Mr G. M. Turner (Stewart Island), Mr A. G. Gardner (Lillburn). Mr G. Frye, Mr G. M'Lean, Mr F. M'Lean, Miss Clark (Alexandra), Miss W. Codings, Miss E. V.' Bovett. Miss S. Bovett (Lake Wanaka), Mr F. Jones. Mr S. M'Lean, Mr I. M'Lean, Mr J. M'Lean .(Cromwell), Mr R. Taylor (Greenstone).

The marriage was recently solemnised of Hazel Isabel, daughter of Mr and Mrs John Kerse, of St.' Kilda, and John Reginald Watt Mathieson, son of Mis John Mathieson, of Tomahawk, the Rev. D. Heggie- being the officiating minister' The church was prettily decorated for the occasion by friends of the bride. The bride was escorted by her father, and wore a gown of parchment-coloured satin made on straight lines. She wore the orthodox orange blossom with a tulle veil exquisitely embroidered in silk, ivory satin slippers with hose to tone, and carried a beautiful shower bouquet, In attendance as bridesmaid and flower girl respectively were Miss Muriel' Kerse and Doreen Kerse, the former wearing an apple green georgette frock and cham pagne-coloured felt hat trimmed with apple green silk ribbon, and carrying a toning bouquet, the latter girl being at tired in a pink crepe de chine frock frilled to the waist, with hat and bouquet to tone. The bridegroom was attended by Mr James Brunton as best man. A reception was later held in the Bungalow Ten Rooms, where Mr and Mrs Kerse. assisted by Mrs Mathieson, received the guests. When the bride and bridegroom left later on their wedding tour, the bride was wearing a nigger brown suit with a hat and shoes to match and a fur stole, the gift of the bridegroom. Mr and Mrs Matbicson’s future borne will be at Tomahawk..

“Manama,” the spacious residence of Mr and Mrs H. Pitt, of Lawrence, was gaily decorated on June 4, when a large party assembled, to celebrate the coming of age of their daughter Betty. The warm glow of Chinese lanterns which decorated the wide / veranda, together with ,the gleam from prettily shaded lights through the large windows, made an attractive sight on the snow-covered trees and lawns. Mrs Pitt received her guests, wearing a gown of black crepe de chine, with a fur-, trimmed bridge coat of black velvet. Miss Betty Pitt wore a frock of red lace Dancing took place in the large drawing room, which was cleared for the occasion, the music being supplied by Mr W. Pitt, of Greenfield. A set supper was served in the dining room. The toast of the evening was proposed by Mr G. Glen, Mr Pitt responding on his daughter’s behalf. The singing of “ Auld Lang Syne ” at about 2 a.m. brought to an end a very gay and happy party. Among those present were Mrs W. Pitt (Greenfield), blue floral satin celanese; Mrs Glen, black and silver frock, floral brocaded tinsel bridge coat; Miss P. M'Kinley. black floral georgette, coatee to match; Miss M. Hart, primrose ring velvet, blue embossed georgette coatee: Miss M. Prisk. bine floral georgette and tulle frock, black floral bridge coat; Miss P. Parkill, green floral georgette frock; Miss E. Marshall, ruby velvet frock, black floral velvet coatee; Miss L. White (Balclutha), rose pink satin and tulle, black lace coatee; Messrs W. Pitt (Greenfield), Glen, Brooks, Prisk. Anderson, Serle, and G. Cross (Greenfield). ,

On Monday an afternoon tea party was given in the reception rooms of the Town Hall by the president (Mrs E. Aslin) and members of the National Council of Women in honour of Miss M. R. Sherx-iff, who, after four years of service, has resigned the position of honorary secretary There was a large attendance of members, and a delicious tea was served. An enjoyable musical and elocutionary pro gramme was contributed by the following;—Mrs Freer Paton, Misses E. Shep hard, R. Yatgs, and G. Burt, with Mrs H. C. Campbell at the piano. Mrs Aslin, in thanking Miss Sherriff for the great help she had been to the council, said that members were pleased to know that Miss Sherrill would still represent the Women’s Club and Vocational Guidance Committee on the council. To the Mayoress, Mrs Aslin conveyed the council’s thanks for the use of the beautiful rooms which had helped so much towards the success of the party. She also thanked the performers for their contributions. In returning thanks for the hospitality extended to her. Miss Sherriff assured members of her continued interest in the council. The proceedings ended with the singing of “ For She’s a Jolly Good Fellow.” Those present were the Mayoress (Mi’s R. S Black), Mesdames Alexander, Andrews. Anderson, Benson, Brickell. Barrowclongh W; Bridgman, Brown, Cameron. H. C. Campbell, Orr-Campbell, Downing. Evans. Herbert. Hudson. Foster. Jones, Kirkland. Leary. Denton Leech, Megget. Merrington, Nicholson, and Watson; Misses Little (2), Shex-riff (2), Powell (2), Mackenzie, Aslin, Evans, Finlayson. Green. Holford, Murray, Pilkington, Tait. and Wilson.

'On Tuesday, at the Otago Women’s Club, Mr E. A. Hamel gave a very interesting lecture on “ Chrysanthemums and Pot Plants ” to the members of the Gardening Circle. Mr Hamel explained why the chrysanthemums were not so good this year, and advised the members to cut down all that would not flower. He showed the best kinds cd cuttings to take and how to plant them. At the conclusion of the lecture Miss 0. Mercer proposed a very hearty vote of thanks to Mr Hamel for his instructive lecture, this being carried by acclamation.

The Beaumont Women’s Division of the Farmers’ Union held its monthly meeting on Tuesday. A competition for the best thing made of tin brought some good entries, Mrs Edgar showing an original idea in a knife basket with compartments and green lining. A well-made coal scuttle won first place (Miss Iris Collins), while Mrs Hayes was second with a doll’s cradle on rockers. Miss Hopkins, of Lawrence, showed poker working on leather and on wood, donating the former to the branch fdr sale, and also showed the making of a bead posy. Mrs Dwyer (president) showed looped knitting.,

On June 9 the monthly meeting of the Waitati Women’s Institute was held in the library. The president (Mrs Ritchie) occupied the chair. Tlje meeting was opened by the singing of the institute song. Business was dealt with and a lengthy report of the meeting of delegates of the Otago and Southland Federation was then read. An interesting, competition was won by Mrs Fanis. A roll call was followed by a demonstration given by Mrs Ritchie on picture framing. Afternoon tea was then served by the hostesses, Mesdames Fauls and Ferguson. The meeting was brought to a close by the singing of the National Anthem.

The charm of the unknown added to the attraction of a very delightful programme which. the Society of Women Musicians gave to its members on Wednesday evening, as with the exception of the performers no one was aware of the selections made. Miss Logie made her initial appearance as president of the society, and in her introductory remarks emphasised the necessity for each member guarding the ideals and interests of the society lest there should be any retrogression from its present high standard, laying particular stress on the importance of regular attendance at the meetings. The following programme was then submitted, each performer prefacing her item with a few remarks about the composer or the type of music illustrated:—Pianoforte solo, “Jesu Joy of Man’s Desiring,” Bach (Miss Anna White); vocal soli —(a) “Gentle Shepherd,” (b) “The Sapphire,” from a Jewel Cycle-Pergolesi (Mrs Munro)) pianoforte soii—(a) “Study," Paganim-Liszt, (b) “Sing a Song of Sixpence,” Livens (Miss Dora Hancock); vocal solo, “ Spirit Song, Haydn (Miss Myra Stokes); violin solo, “ Final Movement of Sonata, ’ Cesar Franck (Miss Stella Bayley); pianoforte soli —( a ) “Fugue from Variations on a Theme by Handel,” (b) “ Ballade in D minor,” Brahms (Miss Ruth Moore); vocal solo, “ Winds in the Trees,” Goring Thomas (Miss Phyllis West); 13th Nocturne,” Chopin (Miss Valent Davidson); vocal solo, “Behold, I'itania, from “Mignonne” (Miss Evelyn Shepard). It would be invidious to single out individual names where each rendering was excellent. Mrs Raynor Bell, in proposing the customary vote of thanks, said that it would be a step in the' right direction if the same procedure of introductory remarks was adopted on rne ordinary concert platform, especially in connection with encores, where the composer’s name should always be given. S e felt sure that such a course would be welcomed by all intelligent listeners.

"At Kaitangata Presbyterian Church, on March 25. was solemnised a wedding ot widespread interest in the district The church, «i its picturesque- situation, was beautifully decorated by girl friends ot the bride, and was filled to overflowing with guests and well-wishers. The contracting parties were Vera Muriel, only daughter of Mr and Mrs J. P. Rutherford, of r ‘ Cannesby,” Inch Clutha, and Leonard, youngest son of Mr J. R._ Smith, of Wedderburn. The Rev. F. M Donald was the officiating minister, while Miss Esme Aitchcson supplied the mipliai music. The bride, who entered the church on the arm of her father, made a charming picture in a gown of ivory georgette fallini in soft folds to her ankles, and carrVing a bouquet ot arum lilies, sweet pens, and maidenhair fern. Her Brussels net veil, held in plage by tiny posies of orange blossoms, formed a tram which was carried by the little niece of the bridegroom, Jessie Jose Smith, who was daintily attired in an ankle-length frock of white crepe de chine. Attending the bride was Miss Florence Thomson, wearing an ankle-length frock of smoke blue, floral georgette, with -hat and shoes to tone, and Miss Margaret Renton, in a: frock of similar design and weanifg a pretty floral bandeau. The bride and her attendants all carried bonquets in keeping with the bridal colour scheme, which was the work of Mrs Roy M'Crostie, of Lake Side.” The duties of best man were ably carried out by Mr Norman Rutherford, while Mr Rex Duncan acted as groomsman. During the signing of the register Miss Ada Aitoheson gave a delightful rendering of “ The Holy City.” After the ceremony the guests motored to *• Cannesby,” Where they were . received by the bride’s mother, who wore a gown of black milanese relieved with' pink and a hat to tone, and Miss Smith, who was {rocked in navy celanese and wore a navy hat. The usual toasts were honoured and a number of congratulatory telegrams read.: The happy couple left later by car, en ‘route to Stewart Island, the bride travelling in a blue colunese frock, a brown felt hat, and a handsome musquash coat, the gift of the bridegroom.' Prior to the wedding the many friends of the bride honoured her at several aftcimoons and evenings.

Glorious weather ushered in Wednesday, June 3,, when, at the Methodist Church, Roxburgh, a wedding of interest to both North and South Island residents was celebrated, and Roberta Noel,’ eldest daughter of Mr and Mrs G. Stracban, of Roxburgh East, was united in the holy bonds of matrimony to Eric G., second son of Mr and Mrs R. D. J. Vautier, of Palmerston North. Tlie ceremony was performed by the Rev. Mv A. Rugby Pratt, of Christchurch, assisted by the Rev. G. Peterson, and the nuptial music was in the capable hands of Miss Olive Gordon. The church was tastefully decorated by friends of the bride for the occasion. The bride, who was escorted by her father,' looked charming in a cream satin gown, a wedding veil beautifully arranged with a coronet of orange blossoms, and cream slippers and hose to tone. She carried a lovely bouquet of white chrysanthemums and maidenhair fern. Of the two bridesmaids. Miss Jeannie Strachan (chief), the sister of the bride, was dressed in rose pink geocgette, with a headdress of silver, and slippers and Ixose to tone. She carried a bouquet of heliotrope' chrysanthemums. Miss Annie Young wore a gown of daffodil georgette, slippers and hose to match, and headdress of silver. She carried a bouquet of yellow chrysanthemums, while Miss Pauline Wilson, cousin of the bride, who was dressed in blue velvet with a cap of silver lace, and carried a posy of chrysanthemums, acted as flower girl. Tht bridegroom was attended by Mr Allen Buchanan, of Palmerston North, while Mr Reynold Strachan was groomsman. After the' ceremony an adjournment was mad to the Town Hall, where the numerous guests were hospitably received and en tertained by Mr and Mi’s Stracban, and congratulations showered upon the happy couple. After the sumptuous wedding breakfast had been partaken of the lovely three-tiered wedding cake was cut and the customary toast list duly honoured. The popularity of the young couple was evinced by the sheaf of congratulatory messages and the numerous beautiful wedding presents received. The happy couple later left on an extended honeymoon tour of the South Island, en rqxac to their future home at Tiakitahxina. Ihe bride travelled in a brown tweed suit brown hat, and hose and shoes to match. A very hapnv day was terminated by a social'and dance in the Town Hall, at which the friends of both families spent a most enjoyable evening as the guests oi Mr and Mrs Stracban.