NOTES FOR WOMEN.

Otago Daily Times, Issue 21362, 16 June 1931, Page 13

NOTES FOR WOMEN.

PERSONAL AND SOCIAL

By Phillida. Naturally when evening gowns change, the important accessories which give the gown its .individual touch change too (states a London writer). As skirts and gloves lengthen so do the jewelled necklaces. The necklaces tell a fashion story, showing that the longer necklaces have come back into their own in the various whims of fashion. They are to be found in great variety and abundance and in almost every kind of gem from crystals to diamonds. Bracelets are also popu lar, and many of them are “ ruff ” shape, whilst others match the necklace. * * £ Much interest is being evinced in the private exhibition of pictures which is to be opened to-morrow afternoon at 2.30 p.m., in the Concert Chamber of the Bristol Piano Company. The pictures are from the brush of that talented Dunedin painter-artiste, Mies Kathleen Salmond who, after a two-years’ intensive study in England and on the Continent, has recently returned to her home city. After sight-seeing in London, Miss Salmond proceeded to Cornwall, where she entered the Proctor-Harvey School, and where she passed some seven months in the life class courses, and in sketching the picturesque neighbourhood. During her sojourn in London, where she attended various art schools, Miss Salmond had the honour of having three of her pictures accepted for the British Empire Exhibition at the Burlington Art Gallery. After leaving England Miss Salmond toured through France, Belgium, Holland, and Italy, and in every place visited she transferred to canvas or to paper some captivating piece of scenery or character peculiar to , the locality. The result of this tour will be seen at the exhibition to-morrow, where a delightful variety of subjects in a variety of medium and colour will be displayed. The exhibition will be opened by the vice-president of the Otago Art Society, Mr J. Loudon, and Mr P. R. Sargood will address those present. The exhibition will be open to toe public until June 26.

Ou the evening of June 2, friends and wellwishers attended Knox Church to witness the marriage of Linda Mary, elder daughter of Mr J. S, Y, Morrison, of Palmerston, to Mr A. B. Ross, young est son of Mrs and the late Mr Donald Ross, of Burke’s Pass, the Rev. D. £i. Mason being the officiating minister, ana Mr R. Spackmau presiding at the organ. The church had been charmingly decorated for the occasion by friends of the bride with lemon and lavender chrysanthemums. The bride, who entered the Church on the arm of her uncle, Mr John Morrison, looked charming in a beautiful gown of silk lace over satin, fashioned with long sleeves and a tightfitting bodice, the full skirt hanging gracefully to the ankles. Her only ornament was a rope of pearls. Bhe wore a veil, which was held in place by a half circlet of orange blossom buds, finished wito tiny posies at the sides, and which tell to graceful folds to form a train. Bhe carried a shower bouquet of roses, carnations, sweet peas, and chrysanthemums, masked by maidenhair fern. In attendance was Miss Audrey Bhssell, of I) airlie, who wore an ankle-length lemon-georgette frock, and a headdress of lemon silk tulle, finished with a bow at tfie back. She wore shoes to tone, and carried a bouquet of lemon and pink chrysanthemums. Ihc tiny flower girl, Hazel Winefield, wore a frilly frock of apricot georgette, and a not cap, and carried a posy of pink and Jemon chrysanthemums. Mr D. Ross, brother of the bridegroom, carried out the duties of best man. On leaving the church the bride was presented with two horse shoes, one by little Ann Bowie of Christchurch, and the .-other by Master Leslie Winefield. The reception which leilowed' was held at the Strand Salon, where Mrs Morrison (aunt of the bride) and Mrs Ross received the guests. Mis Morrison wearing a gown of wine crepe de chine relieved with fawn, and a coatee of floral silk velvet, trimmed with black fox fur, and carrying a bouquet of chrj eanthemums to tone, and Mrs Ross a gown of black cclanese. She carried a bouquei of bronze chrysanthemums. At the conclusion of the breakfast the usual toasts were honoured, and numerous congralu latory telegrams from all parts of the Dominion read. The bridegroom’s gur to the bride was a handsome morocco fitted handbag, to the bridesmaid'a signet ring suitably initialled, and to the emad flower girl a gold armlet. The happy ■ couple left later by car for the smite, where the honeymoon was to be spent. Their future home will be at Bauchop a Hill, Burke’s Pass. * > * * Last Friday evening the Dunback. branch of the Plunket Society held a very successful concert and dance in aid of the society’s funds. The Coronation Hall, kindly lent for the occasion, was packed, with the largest and most enthusiastic audience ever seen in Dunback. The ‘ stage was handsomely decorated, while gay posters setting forth the needs and mottoes of “ Plunket ” babies were hung round the walls. Sample meals for a child of three were laid at intervals, and a set of model baby clothes displayed. The local president, Mrs Stanley, .made a short speech explaining the objects of the entertainment and acknowledging the assistonce given to make it a success. This was followed by a concert, arranged by, Mrs Cousins (Green Valley), Madame Martinelli Reggiardo, and Signor Giovanni Stella (Dunedin). Items were given by the Mieses I. and N. Pringle (pianoforte duet). Heather Glover and Flossie Hewitt (recitation), Master Bert Hervey (vocal solo), Mr F, Christopher (cornet solo and character sketch), Girl Guides (dances), Miss Gwen Watson (recitation and dance). Miss N. Bayley and Mr Kelly (vocal solo and pianoforte solo), Mr J. Paterson (Scotch humour), Mrs Cousins (vocal solo), Mr Arthur Snell (vocal solo) and Miss Anna Briasco (violin solos). Signor Stella, who was accompanied by a violin obbligato rendered by Miss Briasco, sang charmingly that delightful ballad, “ Seranata, and in response to two emphatic recalls contributed «0 Solo Mio ” and two small Spanish songs. Madame Martinelli Reggiai'do acted as accompanist in her usual delightful style. • Much appreciation was expressed of the kindness of the artists in travelling out from Duaadin and giving their services. It is seldom that country audiences have the opportunity of hearing such music, and it was fully appreciated; Supper was provided by the ladies of the committee on such a lavish scale that a considerable number of cakes were sold later and the proceeds helped to swell the funds. Great interest was shown in the arrangements for the " ball ” music. Inis was specially broadcast throughout the hall by the kindness of Mr John Stone, of Electrovox, Ltd, Mr Stone brought out his complete “talkie” apparatus from a theatre and arranged for the transmission ol the dance records kindly lent by the Bristol Piano Company. This novelty was highly successful and much enjoyed, while the voice of the M.C. (Mr George Glover), announcing the dances from the niicrophone, was audible all over the building. By permission of the Minister of Internal Affairs a raffle was drawn during the evening under police supervision. The first prize went to Mr Arlington, second prize to Mr Laidlaw* while other events were won by Mr Glover, Mr Hewitt, and M. M'Neil. Towards the end of the evening the secretary, Mrs Bowker, announced that as a result of the entertainment the society would benefit by the highly satisfactory sum of approximately £3O. Mr F. D. Bell thanked the ladies and gentlemen who had done so much to entertain and to help, and also the record audience for their appreciation and financial assistance. The amount received exceeded anything the committee .had dared to for and would enable them to pay thenshare of the year’s working expenses and have a little in hand towards next year. Shortly after 2 a.m. the party broke up amid cheers for the artists, the committee, and " the Plunket Babies.”