PERSONAL AND SOCIAL

Otago Daily Times, Issue 22005, 14 July 1933, Page 15

PERSONAL AND SOCIAL

WOMEN’S DIVISION N.Z. FARMERS’ UNION

A pleasant surprise gift evening was extended on Monday night at her home, St. Chur, to Miss Joy Nisbet, who is a bride elect, and an enjoyable evening was spent in music and games. Amongst those present were Mesdames 13. French, J. Boult, E. Levido, and M. Nisbet, and Misses A. Stewart, J. Eadie. N. Edwards, D. Sansom, M. Juriss, M. Tidy, A. Woods, P. Campbell, and R. Nisbet.

Recent guests at Wood's Private Hotel were:—Mr K. Lucas, Mr J. Farrow (Hobart), Mr T. Black (Auckland), Mr and Mrs H. J. Yerran (Christchurch), Mr G. Cameron (Adelaide), Mrs J. Pelvin (New Plymouth), Mr and Mrs J. L. Scott, Mr M'Gillvray, Mrs M. Fleming, Mr L. Mathison, and Mr R. Brown (Oamaru), Mr arid Mrs Blackler (Pleasant Point), Mr and Mrs C. R. Sheat (Milton), Mr J. M. Rose, Miss Rose, and Mr R. M‘Corkindale (Waitahuna), Mrs S. Greer (Patearoa), Mr J. M'Lean (Ranfurly), Miss Burke (Geraldine), Mr W. Robertson and Mr F. G. Glover (Middlemarch), Mr and Mrs S. Munro (Temuka), Mr R. Blaikie and Mrs Davidson (Gore), Mr W. B. Kenworthy (Roxburgh), Mr G. Bennett (Miller’s Flat), Mr J. F. Strang, Miss Davidson, and Mr Conaghan (Tnvercarpill), Mr H. Ayson (Waikaia). Mr J. C. Patterson (Wendonside), and Mr and Mrs J. O’Connell (Macraes).

Outside, fine rain falling from S o’clock till midnight; inside, warm lights, the' glow of fires, Edith Cavcll chrysanthemums against buffet and window-seat, and a polished floor reflecting the swing of skirts. The music was so compelling that to dance was a delight. The scene w r as the Tudor Hall of the Savoy when, last evening, the John M‘Glashan Old Collegians’ Association, represented in decorations by the school flag and the crest above the fireplafce, held their annual ball. Mr and Mrs A. R. Harris, the latter in a handsome gown of rose-pink, received the guests in the lounge and welcomed them to what proved to be one of the happiest dances of the season. During the supper interval the Roland sextet, dressed in then-old-world frocks, played a selection ol Viennese music. The guests of the association present were Mr and Mrs C. M. Gilray, representing John M'Glashan College, Mrs'Sutherland Ross, Mr and Mrs L. A. Rhodes (Otago Boys’ High School), Mr A. T. Francis and Miss 0. Waghorne (Waitaki Old Boys and Girls’ Association), Mr R. D. B. Paterson and Miss E. Jones, and Mr W. Johnson and Miss Enid Paterson. Others present were Mr. and Mrs J. A. Dunning, Misses R. Thompson, S. Hanning, D. Manhire, W. M'George, R. Burton. D. M‘Stay. D. Watson, M. Gray, M’Kellar, L. Sidey, M. Wilkins, L. Barnett, A. Scott, R. Kindley J. Boot, A. Trengrove, B. Marker, Mathison, B. Hamer, H. Miller. M. Stedman, M. Brent, M. Birch, B. Drake, J. Miller, Anderson, I. Dawson. A. Browne, C. Browne. H. Paterson, Mollison, Pike, E. Howard, D. Austin, H. Davies, S. Mooney, W. Philp, Abraham, M’Arthur, B. Burnett, M. Ibbotsou, A. M’Culloch, G. Mathias, 13. Champtaloup, M. Brown, R. Porteous, C. Ramsay, B. Standage, C. E. Glendinmug, M Lyon, H. Rees-Jones, Graham. A. Stevens, J. Wilson, W. Buss, C. Rosevear, B. Debenham, 0. Bnckell, L. Aspinall, Harward, D. Bremner, I. Clark, P. Ibbotson, and M. Matheson; and Messrs W. W. Small, E. M. Elder, J. Lucas, B. Quennell. E. G. M. George, E. Watson, A. D. Mollison, H. C. Gray, Reeves, L, R. Burt, R. Reeves, J. MBarnett, S. D. Smith, J Barnett, A. K. Ibbotson, I. A. Mitchell, I. Styche, F. Smith, R. C. B. Greenslade. J. R- Johnson, E. W. Elder. R. Greens hide, A. Wise, J. M. Sidey. H. Jolly, R.\\. Elder, A. W. Barnett, F. Brady, H. J. Dodgshun, G. I. Dudley, J. B. Steven, K. L. Anderson. L. D. Edie. I. P. Milne. M. Austin. A. Smith, W. F. Duncan, S. B. Jacobs, Wright, (3. Yule. C. Begg. A. W. Sutherland, A. I. Guild, A. C. Drake, B. Guthrie, G. E. Thomson, N. Begg, J. Borne, 1. W. Rilev, G. Riley. J. F. Ross. J. Thomson, I. Ross, C. Robertson, A. W. Gray, A. Cunningham, R. Remington. G G Gray, R. Aspinall, J. W. Begg. H. C. Holmes, D. Brickell, K. 0. Ramsay, E. G. Smith, and F. Begg.

The monthly meeting of the Clyde branch was held on Friday, July 7. The president (Mrs Annan) was in the chair. The “ box ” secretary (Mrs Bould) presented the Home Science box on “ Smocking.” This box proved very interesting, and was considered by members to be the best yet to hand. During the evening Mrs Annan, on behalf of the branch, presented Mrs M‘Arthur with a fountain pen in recognition of her services as branch secretary. Mrs M‘Arthur suitably replied. The members of the. Fruitgrowers’ Association were entertained at supper. Hostesses for the evening were Mesdames Campbell and Lindsay.

An enjoyable afternoon was spent in the Otakou Hall on Tuesday, when the Otakou branch of the W.D.F.U. held its meeting. Mrs Potiki (president) presided over a good attendance of members and visitors. An impromptu social half-hour was indulged in. Various items were much appreciated and greeted with laughter. A bring-and-buy sale of articles not to exceed 6d were so keenly sought for that it was decided to have another next meeting. A vote of sympathy was passed with the Wilson family and relatives, of Lower Portobello. in their recent sad bereavement, and a letter of condolence was sent to the family. Hostesses for the afternoon were Mrs Ellison and Mrs Taiaroa, }{« # %

A full attendance of members of the Omakau branch met on July 6, with Mrs Charles in the chair. A good deal of business to hand was discussed. Mrs Leask. who was the delegate at the Dunedin Conference, gave an interesting account of the proceedings there. Mrs Scoulnr and Mrs Jones were hostesses for the afternoon. A pastry-making competition was held, this being divided into two classes. Miss Clouston was awarded first prize for pastry fingers and Mrs Leask first for the best pie. All the pies and cakes —a splendid collection—were handed on to the unemployed men. The president welcomed several visitors and n new member to the branch. A vote of thanks to the chair closed an interesting meeting.

On Thursday, July 6, at Miller’s Flat, when the Women’s Division of the Farmers’ Union were the guests of the Farmers’ Union, a pleasant evening was enjoyed. Mr J. Davies, from the Agricultural Department, gave an interesting address on “The Education of Young Farmers,” making plain the _ necessity of training the lads of the district in this essentia] work. Master Clifl’e Tamblyn, one of the boys from this district who attended Young Farmers’ Week in Dunedin, gave a three-minute talk on his experiences during that time. During the month books well worth reading such as “ Pcucarrow,” by Nellc Seaman; “Cheerful Yesterdays,” by 0. J. T. Alpers, and “ Tides of Youth,” by Nelle Scanlan. were distributed amongst members. The Farmers’ Union supplied the supper.

There was a good attendance of members at the July meeting of the Milton branch, Mrs Jasper Clark being in the chair. Part of the time the ladies joined the men’s meeting to listen to Mr Davis’s address. Mrs Jasper Clark and Airs C. R. Sheat were chosen as delegates to Dominion conference. After business the evening was purely a knitting one. The roll call, “Knitting Stitches,’ was well

responded to and a variety of stitches was shown and explained. There were so many entries for the competition, Something from Two Skeins of Wool.” that it was impossible to toll the best, an array of useful and pretty articles being on view. The display showed plainly that some of the ladies were expert with the knitting needles. Later the ladies joined the Farmers’ Union and visitors. The hostesses were Mesdames A. Finch and D. Grant.

The Henley roll for the year 1933-34 is at the number 49. The July meeting at the hall was the brightest and jolliest yet. Mrs Barth presided, and Miss Sinclair wag the secretary. A competition--words ending in -ship—was won by Miss Craigie. Misses Sinclair and Craigie explained ably the process of weaving, as demonstrated at the recent Home Science School. Mrs Barth thanked these delegates for an apt address. Mrs Munro, Mrs Ryder, and Miss Munro were hostesses. The exhibits in the junior and senior competition were then open to judging. The stands looked like a tiny show. The senior woollen competition was won by Mrs E. Sinclair (bed jacket). The senior baking (date loaf) by Miss Craigie. The junior prizes (given by Mrs IT. Horne and Mrs E. Sinclair) were won by Miss Marshall (baby’s woollen coat) and by Miss Ryder (oven scones). Miss Craigie then thanked the actingsecretary (Miss Sinclair) for her able stewardship.

The monthly meeting of the Waikouaiti branch was held' in St. John’s Schoolroom on July 7, when 23 ladies were present. An exhibition of ancient articles had been asked for, and brought forward a varied but interesting display, including jewellery, shawls, handworked linen, etc., many of which were more than 100 years old. The women then joined the men’s division, where Mr Alan Orbell (delegate of the Waikouaiti branch) gave an interesting talk about the Young Farmers’ Education Week in Dunedin. After supper, for which Mr Reid expressed thanks, a presentation was made to Mrs Shields, whose marriage took place recently. Mr Shield* suitably replied. Berwick branch held_ its monthly meeting on Thursday evening, July 6, when there was a good attendance of members. Mrs Lean - , of Dunedin, gave an interesting talk on “The Blind Children at the Sumner School.” and showed a collection of toys and underclothing which had been made by them. Messrs Graham. Walker, and Wither, who had attended the Young Farmers’ Educational Week in Dunedin, described what had taken place, their talks being much enjoyed.

THE WOMEN’S INSTITUTE.

The Waitati Women’s Institute held its monthly meeting on Tuesday, July 11. A large number attended and four new members joined. The roll call, “Nursery Rhymes,” caused much amusement. The competition was to make a buttonhole in live minutes. This was won by Mrs Ferguson, Mrs Faulds being second. Mrs H. Blacklaw gave an interesting demonstration on “How to Unpick Knitting,” and Miss King spoke on her visit to Leaders’ School, and explained Mr Martin’s demonstration on spinning and weaving. The hostesses were Mesdames King and Wilson,

In the Presbyterian Sunday School Hall on Wednesday, the Waikouaiti Institute held its monthly meeting. Three new members were welcomed and enrolled, and all present answered the roll call, which was “Laundry hints.” Mr M. Tennet gave an instructive demonstration on the pruning of fruit trees, which was much appreciated by all the members. The competition for the day was the “Best article made from a felt hat.” Mrs Potts secured most points and Mesdames Simmons and Graham came second. The remainder of the afternoon was occupied in making arrangements for the birthday meeting. Mesdames Goodley and Holland and Miss Summers were the hostesses for the afternoon.

Tile Taumata Institute held its monthly meeting in the school on Saturday, July 8, the vice-president, Miss Samson, occupying the chair in the absence of the president. Business and correspondence having been attended to, suggestions were called for the next six months’ programme. The roll call, “A Kitchen Accident,” was well responded to. and some amusing tragedies of the culinary department were related by members. The motto for the month was “ In Simplicity Lies True Greatness.” A demonstration of the making of paper flowers was given by Mrs Lawrence, and was much appreciated by all. The competition, “ Something Worked in Wool,” was won by Miss E. Smith, Miss B. Hamilton gaining second place. Mrs A. Carruthers and Miss E. Smith acted as hostesses.

The Rotnahapa Institute held its monthly meeting on June 22, a good attendance of members being present. The motto for the month was “ Success in Life Does Not Consist in Owning Something, but in Becoming Something.” The roll call, “A Funny Story,” brought forth many humorous responses. The president, Mrs Evans, who attended the federation meeting held in Dunedin recently, gave a full and interesting report of the meeting. A paper tearing competition was won by Mrs Small, Mrs Spence being second. Miss MTlugh. gave an interesting demonstration in “Cane Work,” which was much appreciated by all present. _ A pleasant little incident during the afternoon was the presenting of a Post Office saving box to the first institute baby. Donald M’Kenzie. Mrs M'Kenzie thanked the members for their kindly act. Hostesses for the afternoon were Misses Murray and Whitson. The Women’s Institute held its monthly dance on July 2. Good music was supplied. A lucky number competition was won by Miss P. Scott (ladies) and Mr P. Wright (men).

The Paretai Institute held its monthly meeting in the schoolroom on Saturday, July 1. The president presided over a good attendance of members and visitors. One new member was enrolled and another proposed and accepted. The roll call, “A Household Task I Most Dislike,” was well answered. An interesting demonstration, given by Mrs West, on the making of lampshades, was keenly followed by all present. The competition. “ Best Three Paper Flowers,” was won by Sirs Thomson, Mrs West gaining second prize. Afternoon tea was dispensed by Mesdames Mahoney and Drake. An interesting talk was given by Mrs O. V. Aitkenhead, who was the delegate to the conference held in Dunedin in June. The Women’s Institute June card party, hold in Port Molyneux Hall, was well attended, some 60-odd players taking part. Mrs Dippic won the ladies’ first prize, Mr J. Glover the men’s first prize, and Mrs Bain and Mr S. Algy consolation prizes. This month there was a large gathering at a social evening. Cards and dancing were indulged in. Mrs Burns won ladies’ first prize, Mr Rains men’s first prize, Miss E. Pilgrim and Mr Jack Pilgrim consolation prizes, and Mr J. Glover aggregate prize. In the early hours of the morning au interested crowd of spectators witnessed the drawing or an autograph quilt made by Paretai Womens .Institute members, bliss R. A. Anderson, of Stilling, was the lucky winner.

Awamangu held its usual meeting on July 1, when the president presided over a fair attendance of members. The roll call, “The Farthest I Have Been, and What Interested Me Most,” was descriptive in its way, some members haying travelled far away. The competition, “ The Darned Heel of a Sock,” was won by Mrs C. H. Taylor, with Mrs P. Craig second, and Mrs J. Cochrane third. Mrs A. Begg, of Pukeawa, concluded the demonstration of basket work. The hostesses wore Mrs J. Cochrane and Mrs J. Ramsey. July 7 was the institute’s third birthday, which was held in Pukeawa flail, and took the form of a fancy dress ball, which was a huge success. There was a splendid array of fancy dresses, the judging being done during the grand parade, Mr R. Morgan, of Hillend, secured first as cowboy, and Miss Ho top, Pukeawa, as Eastern lady, secured first for

lady. Mrs Dunlop, of Clydevale, lit the candles on the cake and wished the institute every success. Mrs R. Morgan, of Hillend Institute, cut the cake with the best wishes for the birthday, and Mrs A. Stewart, of the Hillend Women’s Division of the Fanners’ Union, cut a. slice of the cake, with the best wishes for the institute. Mr W. Craig spoke a few words and wished the institute success. A lucky spot rvaltz was won by Mr and Mrs George Cochrane, the prize being given by Mrs D. Cochrane, Awamangu. The Monte Carlo dance was won by Mr and Mrs R. Morgan, the prize being given by Mrs A, Begg, Rukcawa. A happy birthday was brought to a close at 2 a.m.