Notes for Women

Otago Daily Times, Issue 21362, 16 June 1931, Page 12

Notes for Women

PERSONAL AND SOCIAL

Ml’s Terence Bridgeinan is speeding a holiday in Canterbury.

Mrs Irwin Hunter; of Queenstown, is a visitor to Dunedin;

Miss Effie Gilkisoli, of Nelson, is the guest of Mrs Robert Martin, Highgate.

Mrs j. S. Sinclair and her children have returned from a visit to the North Island.

Mr , and Mrs Hislop and stepson; of Dunedirt; are spending a few days at Queenstown.

Mrs J. G. Duncaii, who has been the guest of Mts J. O’Driscoll, of Highgate, has tetlirned to her hortie at Gore.

4-4 4 Mi’s A. A. Finch left Dunedin on iTi’iday for Australia, where a lengthy holiday will be spent;

Miss Humphreys; of Christchurch, -is the guest of Mias Denniston, Melville street.

Lady Sidey, who arrived in Dunedin on Saturday from the north, will leave toniorroW for Wellington;

Mr and Mrs R; H. Nicol, of Puketirb (Gatlins district), afe the gueSts ot Mr and Mrs J. Cahieron; “ Springfield,” Sutton.

The engagement is announced of Lenore. daughter of Mr and Mrs R, Currie, o£ Dalmore, to James Wilkie,. Son of Mr and Mrs J. Shiele, of Hamilton,

Miss Effie Gilkison Waß entertained last Thursday at a tea party given by Mrs Robert Martin at het residence, Highgate. b *, * *

The engagement is announced of Rita, eldest daughter of Mr and Mrs Charles Claxton, of Christchurch, and Leonard, only Son of the late Mt John Ashton, of Dunedin, and Mrs A. J. Inkster, of Christchurch.

Miss Iris Montgomery, of Christchurch, grandaughter of Sir James and Lad.v Allen, of “ AraUa,”. Clyde street, has been appointed judge of the dancing sections at the West Coast Competitions Society s festival to be held at Greymouth at the end of August.

On the eve of her departure for the North Island, Miss Wilson, captain of the Roxburgh Company of QM Guides, was presented with a small gift by Miss Duncldey (district captain), on behalf of the Guiders of Central Otago. Miss Wilson carries the best wishes Of the Guiders with her, and will be greatly missed in the Guiding field ih Central Otago. * * *

The engagement is announced between Lieutenant-commander Harry L. Howden, of the Australian Navy, son of the late Mf Patrick HoWden, Of Edinburgh, and Furneaux, Queen Charlotte Sound, New Zealand, ahd Vanda Mary, only daughter of Mr W. Saunders Fiske and of the late Mrs Fiske, of 35a Hyde Park Gate. London. The wedding Will take place shortly at Hankow, China. * # *

“To Uphold the Sanctity of Marriage” was the subject of an interesting address given to a Combined meeting Of the branches of. the Mother# Union lafet Thursday at St. Paul’s schoolroom by Mrs Wallis, of England. The speaker was welcomed by the senior Vice-president, Mrs Fulton, and the secretary Mrs A...R. Falconer, and a vote of thanks was passed by Mrs Butler. * * *

Mrs Aufrere Fenwick entertained friends at an afternoon tea party given at her residence, “ Fairy Hill, Cliffs road, St. Clair, on Friday. Among the guests present Were:—Mesdames Eustace MaCassey, P. R. Sargood, J. C. Newton (Christchurch), Harman Reeves, E. C. Reynolds, J. A. Roberts, and J. A. Cook; Misses M. Downie Stewart, Webster, H. Williams, and H. Denniston (Christchurch).

4 * *;• Washing, dyeing, and drying', the process of preparation of rafna essential to obtain good results, before using for fancy work, was the subject of a talk given by the vice-president of the Janelield Women’s Institute (Mrs Bowie) at the monthly meeting, held last Friday. The president. Mrs Irvine, who presided over an attendance of 16 members, proposed a vote of thanks to the speaker at the conclusion of the talk.

Mrs P* R. Sargood was hostess at a delightful tea party given yesterday afternoon at her residence, Newington, in honour of Mrs Leslie Mills. The graceful and colourful Iceland poppy was used as a decorative scheme for the drawing room. Among those present were:—Mesdames J. R Laidlaw, Donald Reid, Guy Tapley. and George Dickinson; Misses N. Fenwick, .1. Batchelor, Abraham (2), A. Acton-Adams, S. Macpherson. I. Reid) H, Fenwick, P. Stronath. ahd'M. Reid.

¥ * '•On June 10 the monthly meeting of the Mornington branch of the League of Mothers was held in the Baptist Sunday School Hall, the president (Mrs Dodd) presiding over a good ,attendance, the headmaster of the Mornington School (Mr Turner) addressed the meeting, taking as his subject “The Child; His Training at Home and at School.” In moving a vote of appreciation, Mrs Dodd thanked the speaker for his particularly instructive address.

A very enjoyable afternoon was spent at Hawea on Friday last, when the Women’s Division of the Farmers’ Union held a “bring and buy” sale. ,A large number of visitors was present, including 22 members. Professor Strong, of the Home Science Department, gave an interesting discourse on the £ Aims and Objects of the Division.” She also explained just what the community chest was doing for the farmers’ wives. The president, in moving a vote of thanks to Professor Strong, said how very pleased they all were to have her with them that afternoon. As a result of the sale the community chest will benefit to the extent of £7. Afternoon tea brought the function to a close.

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. * * *

Ladies, have your permanent waving, marcelle and water waving done at Stock Exchange, hairdressers and tobacconists. Highlv-fikilled service under direction ol Miss Miller. Phone 11-560.—Advt.

Direct from the world’s centre of fashion is a Black Coat of outstanding cut, large size; its Elizabethan collar is Persian lamb, value 18 guineas; reduced to 12 guineas. Another from London, very exclusive, made for the average figure is in Bottle Green, value 10 guineas, reduced to 14 guineas. A Coat of rich nigger facecloth, in outsize, has collar and cuffs of natural skunk, price £ll reduced to 7 guineas. A Black Facecloth Coat, with mole Coney fur. is reduced from 6 guineas to 4 guineas « Lucia’s ” extraordinary reductions. — Advt.

Items of social interest and topics relating to the home are Invited. Coin* municationa 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, it a guarantee of genuineness.

At the annual meeting of the Taierl sub-branch of the Royal New Zealand Society for the Health of Women and Children, the district nurse reported for the year ended March 31, 1931, as follows: New eases, 47; old cases, 93;—total, 140; natural fed, 37; complemented, 6; artificial, i; number of visits to homes, 259. As the work of this branch is growing it is the wish of the committee, with the generous eiipport of the public, to have the liui'Se stationed on the Taieri. ■r ■¥ A very enjoyable evening was spent on June 5, when Mr and Mrs, J. O’Driscoll, of Highgate, entertained about 80 guests at a social evening in the Embassy. Salon in honour of the coming of age, of their daughter, Doreen. The hall, in which dancing took place, was beautifully decorated with coloured lights and streamers. During the supper interval the usual toasts were honoured. . Dancing was continued until the early hours of the morning, and “Auld Lang Syne” and “For She’s a Jolly Good Fellow” brought the function to a elose.

The Janefield, Brighton, and Taieri Women’s Institutes have joined forces for the purpose of a special meeting, •which is to.be held on June 23 in Kiximont Hall) East Taieri, the object being to meet Miss Stopps, the general organiser of Women’s Institutes in New Zealand This lady is well versed and enthusiastic in institute matters, and it is hoped that there will be a good attendance of members present at the meeting. The combined institutes have extended a hearty welcome to any ladies who may desire to attend. The' monthly meeting of. the Taieri branch will be held on June 18,

The Juhe meeting of the West Taieri branch of the Women’s Division of the Farmers’ Union Was held on the evening of June 11, when Mrs T. B. Grant presided over an excellent attendance of members. The resignation of the secretary (Mrs George Bathgate) was accepted With regret, anti Mrs T. HoWell was elected to the vacancy. Members were rCfnindedthat a lecture, arranged by the Home Science Extension Department, Would be given on July 6, and an “ Old Photograph ” evening ’would be held on July 9. Miss Mabel Prentice gave ah interesting account of a recent trip to i the South Sea Islands, including the Fijian, Toiigan, and Samoan groups. She exhibited many beautiful curios obtained from these plates. Supper was the concluding item on the evening’s programme.

The first anniversary of the Lawrence Women’s Institute, Was celebrated On June 1 in the Presbyterian Sunday School Hall by a birthday party, at which sdme 70 ladies attended. The proceedings openep With the sihging of the institute song, after which the president, Mrs Barton, welcomed the Visitors. A programme of songs, musical items, humorous sketches, and competitions Was presented to the audience, these being thoroughly enjoyed After a dainty supper had been partaken of the birthday cake (made by Mrs Paul), beautifully Jced and decorated and adorned by its one candle. Was brought in and cut by Mrs Edwin Smith, of Greenfield, Who was one of the originators of the institute in Lawrence. Mrs Mftlr, on behalf of the visitors, moved a hearty vote of thanks to the institute ladies for the Very pleasant evening they had had, after which the evening was brought to a dose by the singing of the National Anthem.

Over 100 residents of Brighton and Kuri Bush gathered at Greybrook, Brighton, on June 11 to welcome Mr and Mrs G. M'Leod on their return to Brighton after an absence of 20 years. Dancing and card-playing were indulged in, and after a dainty supper had been partaken of Mr Macintosh, on behalf of the residents, in a happy speech, welcomed Mr and Mrs M'Leod and family. Some amusement was caused when Mr, Durtn (of Dunn and Conor, builders of the new home), presented Mr G. M'Leod, jun.. with a key to unlock the door of the house. This key is made of solid brass, and weighs about 2lb. Attached to the key was a large bow of tartan ribbon. Amongst those present were: Mesdames Gibb, Craigie, M'Coll, Macintosh, Bush, Gregg, Pets. Baxter, Kennedy, Oeeves, Storey, Hobbs, and Cameron, Misses M'Coll (2), Braid (2), Pett, Marshall (2), Macintosh, Burton, Craigie, Miller, Davidson, Williams, and Baxter.

St. Joseph’s Cathedral Was the scene of a charming wedding on the evening of April 15, the occasion being the marriage of Bridget Ellen, eldest daughter of Mrs KilgOur and the late Mr W. Kilgour, late of Cromwell, to Victor Leslie, second son of Mr A. Meikle and the late Mrs Meikle, of Dunedin. The bride was escorted to the altar by her brother, where the Rev. Father Tylee officiated. The bride looked sweet in an ankle-length gown of white radium silk lace, with satin slippers to match, and a silk lace veil, falling to form a train, this being held in place by sprays of orange blossom. She carried a bouquet of bride lilies, and was attended by Miss Annie Eecles and Miss Kathleen Kilgour (her sister), who were attired in ankle-length frocks of blue crepe do chine, and silk crinoline hats, and carried bouquets to match the frocks. Following the religious ceremony the guests adjourned to the Kia Ora Tea Rooms, where a reception was held, and the usual toasts were honoured. A feature of the evening was a wireless greeting to the bride from 4ZO, wishing the young couple a happy and prosperous future.

Tudor Hall presented a very animated appearance last evening when the members of the Girl Guide Association held a bridge drive to augment the Guide funds Among those present were the Mayoress (Mrs R. S. Black), Lady Ferguson, Mesdames J. M. Gallaway, D.. Phillips, Batchelor, Hutchison, A. M. Cameron, R. Fulton, Glendining, E. I. Halsted, C. de R. Andrews, B. Aslin, G. Benson, G. Barnett, Arthur Barnett, J. G. Dykes, G. Crow, J. Barnett, C, C. Cox, A. de Beer, E. R. Harty. Keith Comeron, R. H. Stevenson, A. Martin, J. S. Jack, G. Black, A. Cameron, Vivian Jacobs, W. Hudson, Couch man, W. Boyd, Barclay, Gamble, Harrison, Fairmaid, Gregory, Howes, Heenan, Wil son, Laing, • Smith, Scott, L. Broad, and Hill, Misses L. Barnett, Cook, A. Greenslade, Garrett, J. Haggitt, Shand, A Stevenson, L. A. White, Jacobs, M. White, B. Stevenson, Murray, M'Callum, and Hay, Dr G. Barnett, Messrs M. Myers, R. Thomson, C. de R. Andrews, Phillips, R. H. Stevenson, J. S. Jack, Vivian Jacobs, J. Barnett, Glover, Heenan, J. G. Dykes, Anderson, and E. Calder, and the Rev. Mr Richards.

The lounge of the Otago Women’s Club presented a brilliant appearance last Thursday on the occasion of the Gardening Circle’s flower show, and members ami visitors generally were unanimous in their praise of the splendid blooms exhibited and the manner in which they were ar-' ranged. One of the outstanding features of the show was the exhibit by Mrs E L. Vallange, which attracted considerable attention. Some of the flowers exhibited were antirrhiniums, Christmas roses, scabious, stock, roses, carnations, sweet peas, japonica, marigolds, violas, godetia, poppies, barberries, polyanthus, geranium, hydrangeas, cineraria, larkspur, candy tuft, pink cornflowers, geum, crab apple, cowslips, and primroses. The committee is grateful to the following members who sent iu contributions which made the show was a successful one;—Lady Ferguson, Mesdames E. L. Vallange, Edgar Hazlett, P. R. Sargood, Leslie Mills, Leslie Wilson, W. H. Smith, Myles, Shaeklock, Macfie. M'Cnrtby, W. Wilson, W. Thomson. Benzoni, Campbell, Lee Smith, H Guthrie, C. A. Shiel, Angell, B. Ellis, Varnon Smith, Sloan, Brown, Loudon, Tannock, H. W. Bundle, M'Gowan, Simpkin, H Mandeno. Kidd, and Williams, Misses Mercer, Roberts, Goldsmith, M‘Hutcheson, Martin, Secular, Ryan, and Kirkland.

The members of the Anglican Harrier Club held the second of a series of monthly dances in the Otago Motor Club’s rooms last week, when about 30 couples were present and a very enjoyable evening was spent in dancing, and bridge for those who did not indulge in the terpsichorenn art. A “Lucky Spot” dance ivas held during the evening, the winners being Miss Churchill and Mr R. M'Dougall, who each received a small gift. Among those present were:—Mrs P. W. Breen, black ninon;-' Mrs L. M'Millan, blue lace; Mrs W. Burridge, eau de nil lace; Mrs E. Thompson, white satin; Mrs C. Baxter, black georgette; Miss I. Robertson, blue floral georgette;. Miss M. Campbell, green georgette; Miss I. Davis, blue satin; Miss J. Forbes, black velvet; Miss R. Sunderland, black crepe de chine; Mies L. Gare, black floral ninon; Miss J. HaUb, salmon georgette; Miss F. Archer, black floral ninon; Miss Stevens, white moire; Miss Churchill, lemon lace; Miss L. Greenalh blue georgette; Miss Baxter, white georgette; Miss Thompson, bjack Velvet; Miss Stewart, blue taffeta; Miss K. Kirk, blue georgette with red coatee: Miss D. Russell, green floral silk; Miss M, Hardman, powder blue crepe de chine; Miss M. Brewer, green georgette: Miss M'Lean, delphinium blue georgette; Miss B. BreWer, apricot georfette, and Miss Jacobs, white lace; Messrs W. Breen, Bews, M'Millan, Benzoni (2), Robertson, Taylor. Smith, Pollock, Hook, Morrison (2), Holmesj Moodie, Stewart,. Wright, Cameron, Walker, Wilson, M'Dougall, Forbes, Deaker, Baker, Price, Tyrrell, Baxter, D. W. Breen, Andrews, R. O. Johnson, M. Crowe, J. Dunlop, and W. W. Burridgc.

The Caversham Presbyterian Church was prettily decorated on the evening of May 26, when Alice Joyce, only daughter of Mr and Mrs fit. V., Goodsir, of Tawanui, Was married to John Alexander, elder son of Mr and Mrs H. A. Forbes, of Outram, by the Rev.,R.,FergusOn Fish. The bride wore an ankle-length gown of white satin over shell pink, fashioned in princess style, with side flares curving Over the hips. Her silver-embroidered veil was worn off the face with a circlet of orange blossom, and she carried a bouquet of pink and white chrysanthemums and sweet peas. Slle Was attended by Miss Ada Beckley, who wore a frock of blue and lemon, georgette, designed on the same lines 6s that of the bride, and she wore a blue felt hat and blue Satin slippers to tone, and carried a posy of antumn-tinted chrysanthemums. Little Pamela Sheddnn made a sweet flower girl attired in a blue georgette frOck, with frills falling from a fehort-waiated bodice to her ankles, and a silver bonnet with blue streamers. She carried a posy to tone. Mr Walter Goodsir attended the bridegroom as best matt, and Messrs E. Homan and H._ Goodsir Were ushers. Mrs H. V. Goodsir later received her guests at the “ Hydro,” wearing an ensemble of blue_ wool crepe and a bat to tone, and carried a spray of bronze pansies. She ivas assisted by Miss Ina Forbes (the bridegroom’s sister), who wore a blue cefanese frock and 6 beige hat, and carried a spray Of red roses. The young couple left next morning by car tor a four of Central Otago, the bride wearing a blue French crepe de china frock, with coat, hat, and shoes to match.

At “Plierua," Fifield street, Roslyn, on the evening of JuneS there gathered round the hospitable dining table of Mr and Mrs W. Paterson a little family group (MiSs Paterson, Mr and Mrs James Paterson, Mr and Mrs Calder Paterson, Mr Harold Scales, the Rev. Mr A. Watsou and Mrs Watson, and Rev. W. Allen Stevcly with three Old friends, Mrs H. P. Sheddaii, Mrs G. C. Begg, and Mr George Brown), the occasion being to celebrate the golden wedding of their host and hostess. The table was beautifully decorated with gold streamers and flowers. The host looked very dignified in, the coat which he wore at his Wedding 50 years ago. There was no note of sadness in the gathering, even in remembering those that had passed away. The usual toasts were drunk and honoured. One oould not help thinking that the best part Of the lives bf goon men and women was hot in gathering wealth and in honours of Various degrees, but in the love, service, and quality of hospitality given to others. The gifts were simple and beautiful, consisting of glass, • china, and brass, bunches of glorious. chrysanthemums, and Victorian posies, late cornflowers, roses, and poppies, one posy having been gathered by loving hands from a homely garden. The tqlegrams were numerous, and came from far and near. Later in the evening a delightful surprise party, composed of Mr and Mis August de Beer, Mrs and Miss Salmond. Dr and Mrs Mullin, Dr and Mrs Carswell, and the Misses Muirhead and Sheddan, arrived at the house to convey their good wishes. The absent daughter, Mrs Harold Scales, of Wairarapa, spoke over the wire n' little later, this completing a beautiful remembrance day.

A wedding of considerable interest to Central Otago residents took place on Wednesday, June 3, at Hanover Street Baptist Church, when 'Elsie, younger daughter of Mr W. H. Tregonning, of “ Riverslea,” Waipiata, was united in the bonds of matrimony to Alexander Maxwell, of Dunedin.' The Rev. C. Dallaston was the officiating clergyman, and the organist of the church supplied the nuptial music. The'bride, who was escorted by her father, wore a charming anklelength gown of white satin beaute, with slightly flared skirt and inset lace yoke and cuffs, the bodice being ornamented witli a spray of orange blossom. The embroidered veil, which fell in graceful folds to the hem of the gown, was held in place by a wreath of orange blossom. She wore silver shoes, and carried a beautiful bouquet of white and pink chrysanthemums. The bridesmaids, Miss Alma Roberts and Miss Elsie Tregonning, nieces of the bride, wore very pretty frocks of primrose and pale green crepe de chine, respectively. Their frocks were similarly made, with long flared skirts trimmed at the hems with tiny frills, and having lace yokes and cuffs. They wore beige felt hats, and black satin shoes, and carried bouquets of autumn-tinted chrysanthemums. The two little flowergirls, Joy and Valerie Tregonning, also nieces of the bride, wore dainty long frocks of blue and salmon pink crepe de chine, adorned with rows of tiny frills. Their hats of cream crinoline straw were trimmed to match their frocks, and they carried Early Victorian posies to tone. The bride’s attendants all wore gold bangles, the gifts of the bridegroom. Mr P. J. Fraser attended the bridegroom as beet man, and Mr D. Sharpe as groomsman. As the bridal party left the vestry Patricia Lowery presented the bride with a lucky horseshoe. The reception was held at tile Strand Salon, George street, where about 120 guests were received by Mr W. H. Tregonning, and Mrs Maxwell, mother of the bridegroom. After the sumptuous wedding breakfast had been partaken of, the customary toasts were duly honoured in some happy speeches, and several congratulatory telegrams were rend. The proceedings were considerably enlivened by the humorous remarks and anecdotes of the chairman, the Rev. Mr Dallaston. During the afternoon items were rendered by Messrs H. Ball, and D. and J. Maxwell, Mr L. Williams presiding at the piano. When Mr and Mrs Maxwell left on a brief honeymoon the bride was wearing a smart nigger brown suit and velvet hat, with fur and shoes to tone. Prior to her marriage Miss Tregonning was entertained by her many friends in Waipiata and surrounding districts. Many eulogistic references were made by the Revs. Messrs Baird and Foreman, and Mr L. Bleach to the active interest always taken by Miss Tregonning in all church and social work in the district. Mr George Mathias then made the presentation of a handsome chimney clock, suitably inscribed. Mr R. Tregonning responded on behalf of his sister. Musical items were rendered and dancing indulged in, and a very enjoyable evening terminated with the singing of “Auld Lang Syne.” Miss Tregonning was also entertained by the members of the Waipiata Tennis Club, of which club she has been secretary for some years. In the course of the afternoon the president, Mr George Mathias, presented her with a beautiful gilver teapot, in recognition of her services, and as a token of regard. The many cheques and handsome gifts received testified to the very high esteem in which Mr and Mrs Maxwell are held by their ninny friends.