PERSONAL AND SOCIAL

Otago Daily Times, Issue 22204, 6 March 1934, Page 14

PERSONAL AND SOCIAL

Miss Edna Newne Is at present staying in Christchurch at the New City.. Hotel. Miss Joan Ritchie is the guest of Mrs W., T. Ritchie, .Te Tawa. v * * *, Mr* J. M.. Scott, of Christchurch, is spending av few days in Dunedin. . *';% vf . » ;■ \ Miss Helen Scott, of Christchurch, arrived in Dunedin to take a domestic science course, at Studholme House. .. i ; '.'W ’ ♦,! .* ;<■ % Mr and-Mrs Leslie Scott, who have been visiting Timaru and Christchurch, have returned to Dunedin. « ♦ * Mrs Donald Burnett and Miss Marawell Burnett, of Hakatarames, are on a visit to Dunedin. ♦ * * . -; , ' Mr# C. S. Edie, of BirchwOod station, and Miss Adams have returned after staying with Mrs Adams, of Timaru..

* ♦ ■ *■ ■ . Miss Margaret Renton, who has been spending several months in Christchurch, has returned to Dunedin.

Mr* H. 0. Stuckey and Miss Freda Stuckey arrived from Invercargill on Thursday to take up their home in Dunedin.

Mrs H. H. Fisher, of " Stenley,” Albury, is paying a short, visit to Dunedin. 1 ¥¥ ■ •

Mrs Burnett, Miss Burnett, and Mr Robert Burnett, of Hakatarames, are staying at the City Hotel.

Mrs Hugh Macdonald, of Invercargill, accompanied by Mrs John Atherley, are on a visit to Dunedin, where they intend •pending a week looking up old friends.

Mr and Mrs F. W. Parker and Mr and Mrs W. R. Sinclair left on Saturday on a motor tour through the North Island.

The engagement Is announced of Lulu, only daughter of Mr and Mrs Rcid-Smitb, of Takaka, and Robert Rosa (Bank of New Zealand), eldest son of Mr O. D. Cameron,' of 04 Islington street, Dunedin.

Min Andri Bevin, an ex-Girton College girl, .who is at present Dunedin, will give « song recital on Saturday week in Begg’s Concert Chamber. Mias Bevin has for the last five years been studying in England, Italy, and Germany. She is accompanied by her mother.

On Saturday at the Savoy Mrs Martin wa« hostess at a morning tea party given in honour of Mrs Merrett Wilkinson, who is leaving on a trip to England. Those E resent were Mesdsmes P. Anderson, L. .illy, A. Gillman, and F. Statham, and Misses Dorothy Lake and Norah Martin.

Mrs R. E. Sligo and Miss Marjorie Hensley were joint hostesses (in the unavoidable absence of their mother, Mrs C. Hensley) at an enjoyable gift party held in the Vedic Cafe on Saturday afternoon in honour of Miss. Eunice Wilson, who is to be an Easter bride. After tea, several amusing competitions were indulged in,, the winners of which , were the bride-elect and Miss Sadie Holmes respectively;

St. Ignatius’s, Church at St. Hellers, Auckland; was the, scene of a pretty wedding on Monday,' February 28, when Lorraine, youngest daughter of Mr and Mrs J. C. Gray, of Dunedin, and formerly of Wyndham, was married to Mervyn, son of Mr and Mra H, Poland, ot Paeroa; the Rev. Father O’Byrne offieiat-, ing. A reception was afterwards held at "Glendowie. Golf House/ 4 St. Hellers, the boms of Me and Mrs Bruce Gray.

Prior to their departure for Balclutha, Mr and Mrs J. 8. Bennett were entertained on Thursday evening by their raanv friends, at the home of Mr and Mrs J* Devenney, of Wedderburn. On behalf of the residents of Wedderburn, .Mr Robert Inder presented the departing couple With a substantial cheque, at the same time wishing them every success and prosperity in Balclutha, where Mr Bennett intend# taking up farming. During the evening songs and musical items were rendered.

The Misses Campbell and Strickland were joint hostesses at a pleasant evening on Thursday, when the Port Chalmers Girls’ Club met to spend their last social evening with Mies Winifred Miller, who is leaving to-morrow to join her fiance in Hongkong. During the evening Miss Miller was presented with a handsome picture of Scott’s Memorial which overlooks Port Chalmers, the picture being autographed on the back by all the members of the club.

Mrs Alex. Martin gave an enjoyable eight-table bridge party on Thursday evening at her home in High street, when the guest of honour was Miss Roddie Duncan, a bride-sleet. Other players were Mesdames Renfrey Hams and J. Scouler, Misses Billie Mitchell, Betty Harris, Naomi Pratt, Nancy Evans, Joan Morrell, Edna Laing, Ruth Hay, Dons Watson, Nancy Brcmner, Mollie Boyd,.Gwen Close. Rewa Clinch, and Elizabeth ami Messrs M. and L. Nlchol Noel H&y. -l. Kemnitz, Bruce QuenncU, F. and N. Allan Frank Evans, G. Moffatt. W. Evans. Ren. Harris, lan Paterson, K. Johnstone, MJoel, M. Leech. L. Hams, and Lloyd Martin. * * *

The Church o! the Blessed Sacrament, Gore, was the scene of a pretty wedding, when Nellie -Florence, eldest daughter of Mr and Mrs Janies Columb, of Hyde street, was married to Timothy ( Ted J, third son of Mr and Mr* William Cronin, of Coutt’s road, West Gore. The. Rev. Father F. Columb, of Riverton, the bride s brother, assisted by the Rev. lather J. Bell, of Wellington (a cotisin) performed the ceremony and celebrated the Nuptial Mass, The wedding music was played by Miss S* Inder. When the bride arrived at the church a guard of honour ■was formed by members of the Children of Mary Sodality, in full regalia. The bride wore a frock of soft ivory satin and lace, the bodice made with long sleeves with shoulder puffs of lace and the skirt falling from a shaped basque of lace at the waistline to form a short train. The lon* bridal veil of embroidered tulle was arranged with a coronet of orange blossoms and she carried a lovely bouquet of cream roses, lilies and maiden hair fern. The bridesmaids. Miss Winnie Columb and Miss Mona Walsh (Mcnzies Ferry), wore dainty frocks/of blue floral organdie made with tight fitting bodice, and short puffed sleeves of tiny frills, inset# of frilled godets at the hemline and finished with a soft bow at the back. Their picture hats of blue organdie were finished with a lemon coloured bow and they wore cream mesh gloves with organdie cuffs and cream kid shoes. Victorian posies of dainty lemon coloured flowers completed very charming toilettes. Mr Maurice Cronin attended as best man and Mr Pat Cronin was groomsman. Messrs L. and J. Columb carried out the duties of ushers. After the ceremony a reception wa* held at the Gaiety Hall. Later, when the couple left by car for the north, the bride travelled in a smart coat of beige camel-hair cloth worn over a frock of cherry coloured otterman satin, small beige hat and carried a musquash fur coat.

Last, evening, the first meeting for 1934 of the Play Reading Circle of the Otago Women’s Club was held in the dub lounge, where the chairwoman, hfiss Sheila Neilson, welcomed those present. Van Druten’s interesting play, " The Distaff Side,” was. read, with the following taking party^—Mrs Morrell, Mrs, Venables; Mrs Wakefield-Holmes, Mrs Mi 11ward ,vMiss Anita Winkel, Mrs Frobisher; Mr« Sutherland Roes,' Mrs Fletcher; Miss Billie Mitchell, Boland; Miss Dorothy Clark, Alen; Mrs Gilkison, Christopher Venables; Sheila Neilson, Theresa Venables; Miss May, Miss Spicer; Mrs Sparrow, Rose; Mr s Laumwon, Toby Chegwiddes; Miss Farnie, Charles Hubhard; and Mrs Fairbairn, Gilbert Baize.

The transfer of Dr and Mr s J. J. Crawshaw from Seaclif! tip Nelson has removed from Otago two of Dunedin’s most popular young people. On Wednesday, evening, to bid farewell to Dr and Mrs Crawshaw, who left next morning for the north, the staff of the Seacliff Mental Hospital assembled in one of the‘ dining rooms and, in the presence of; a number of friends, asked Dr H. D, Hayes, to present the guests of honour with a picnic hamper and a golf bag Horn the staff, and a fountain pen from the Village Hall Committee, of which Dr Crawshaw, had been chairman. .Several members of the staff also spoke and expressed their-regret at the coming departure. The was pleasantly* spent, items adding interest to the proceedings, y

A pleasant function was held at the residence of Mrs Marshall, “ Avbca Park,” Totara, bn Wednesday; in the form of a pantry afternoon for Miss Dorrie Clark, who i B shortly to he married* Miss Clark looked Very smart in, a brown wool frock with sitk and! chenille beret and scarf to tone. The musical items were rendered,by Miss A. Ballantyne (piano), Miss M. Ballantyne (violin), Mrs Johnston Kirton, and Miss Betty Stephens (songs), with a humorous recitation. Afterwards the visitors adjourned to the garden where some competitions were held; Mrs Sinclair being winner of the No. 1 competition and Mrs Howell of the No. 2 competition. During an interval Miss D. Clark wa ß presented with a handsome bouquet of roses by Mrs Marshall, and with several presents. Miss Clark thanked those present for their gifts, and Mrs R. B. Meek, on behalf of the visitors, thanked Mrs Marshall for her hospitality. Among the guests were Mesdameg Marshall, Clark, Howell, Sinclair, Slierwin, Ballantyne, Bottle, Scarff, Hawkins, Ross, Matches, Dunn, Buzan, Morrice, D. Smith, Morgan, Breen, Kirton, Bruce. Meek, Carng, Barr, and George, and Misseg D. Clark, V. Clark. M. Clark, Fulton (3), M’Donald, Beadle, Martin, Stephens (3)., Bottle, Sinclair, Wilson, Kirton, Ross, Allnut (Wellington), Ballantyne (2), and Sherwin,

The first meeting of the year of the North-East Valley Women's Christian Temperance Union was held in the institute. There was a fair attendance of members. Misg A. Gray (president) was in the chair. Mrg’ Green (recently appointed evaugalistic superintendent) led the devotional exercises. Correspondence was received from Miss Henderson (Dominion secretary) regarding convention matters. The remits coming before conference regarding the position of headquarters was discussed. Misses Gray and Begg were appointed delegates to conference. Orders for the conference issue of the White Ribbon were taken. Miss Gray mentioned that Mrs Don was still in bad health, and sympathy with her was expressed. She also referred to the departure of Mrs,Miller (vice-president) from North-East Valley), saying how much Ml’s Miller would be missed and how she had worked for the union in many ways. Several other -ladies apok^vof : ‘Mrs- Miller’s good work for the union. Mrs Miller replied, saying how she had enjoyed her association with the union and hoping Qg she was just going as far as Christchurch, that she would still be connected with the W.C.T.U., and hoped to visit the Valley sometimes. The treasurer reported the financial result of t’ig "Bring and Buy” sale. A donation to the New Zealand fund was allocated.

' Much kindly interest was taken in the marriage, celebrated on .Thursday after noon at St. John'* Church, Latimer square, Christchurch, of Phyllis Agnes, younger daughter of Mr* Rowberry, of "Garfield," Oknti Valley, Little River, and the late Mr Richard Wakelin; of Barry’s Bay, and Thomas Bennett, only ton of Mr* Champion, of Christchurch, and the late Mr Thomas Champion, of Dunedin, The Rev. J. T. M‘William performed the ceremony, gnd Mr Claude Davie* was the organist. The bride was given, away by her brother, Mr A. L. Wakelin. She wore a frock, of ivory sand crepe made with ajmke softly gathered to the skirt and bouffant sleeves, tapered to form points over the hands. The skirt was flared from the knees in deep scallops, each scalllop being trimmed with tiny frills. A sash tied in a llow at the back gave a finishing touch to the waistline. A coronet of orange blossom buds with clusters of blossoms at each ear held in place her veil of hand-embroidered tulle, which formed a train, "and she carried an arm bouquet of white and cream begonias, gladioli, and carnations with maidenhair fern. Miss Olive Wakelin, who attended her sister as bridesmaid, wore a close-fitting frock of coral pink sand crepe, the deep frilled collar being caught with a posy of flowers at the throat. Tiny frills trimmed the, puffed sleeves, and a large bow gave a finishing touch to the back of the frock. Her straw hat toned with her frock, and pink rose* and begonias were arranged in her posy. The bridegroom, who is a wellknown swimmer, was attended by Mr Alexander Stokes, who is also well known ns a swimmer. A reception was held at the Winter Garden, where the lounge was decorated with flowers in autumn shades. Mrs Rowberry received the guests wearing a black suit and a hat of wine velour. She carried a bouquet of scarlet roses and carnations. , The bridegroom’s mother wore a black tailored suit and a black Bangkok straw hat trimmed with flowers. Her bouquet was of, gold roses and begonias. For travelling, the bride wore a frock of turquoise blue crinkly crepe trimmed with dove grey buttons, and a blue hat trimmed with n posy of coloured flowers on the crown. Her tailored coat was of navy blue diagonal tweed.

Mrs W.' J. Bardsley has returned to Christchurch after spending nine months in thO North Island. She will stay in Christchurch and Timaru for a fortnight.

The St. Clair branch of the League of Mothers held its first meeting for the year last Thursday in the Presbyterian Church room, Albert street. Mrs Booth presided over a well attended meeting. Mrs Walter Boss, president of the Central League, was warmly received and presented with a spray of carnations and roses. An interesting diary describing her voyage from England via .Suez to Australia and New Zealand in August, 1920, was read by Mrs Boss and much enjoyed. Mrs Ross was thanked heartily.

Representatives from all the circles in the Otago Women’s Club were present at a tea party arranged by the committee of the Civic Circle in the club lounge yesterday afternoon as a farewell to Mrs John Begg, chairwoman of the Civic Circle, who is shortly leaving for England. The party was delightfully informal and well-attended. At a suitable interval, Mr a Porteous, deputy chairwoman, said farewell to Mrs Begg, and, on behalf those present, wished her “ Bon Voyage.” Ut # *

The first of a series of novelty dance parties for the 1934 season was held >u the Gardens Tea Kiosk on Saturday evening. On this occasion the hosts —Messrs Max Wilson and Val P.ickerill—presented a delightful and varied, programme, which included two lucky spot dances, a Monte Carlo, a sealed- envelope competition, and a picturesque streamer dance. About 60 couples responded to their invitations, and, judging by the predominating spirit of gaiety, all had an enjoyable evening. The big floodlight, with its changing colours, moved continuously amongst the dancers, revealing some pretty frocks and shedding a soft glow of radiance over all. The musical arrangements, which were in the hands of Mr Val Pickerill, were everything that, could be desired. Extras were played by Mr Maurice Tyrell. The lucky spot winners were Miss 0. Juriss and Mr C. M’Dohald and Miss 0. Pearce and Mr J. MTntosh. Amongst those dancing were:—Mr and Mrs A. Poyntz, Misses D. Clark, F. West, J. Clarke, N. Moodie, N. Green, .M. Coghill, G. Johnson, E. Adam, D. Roberts, J. M’Lean, R. Henery, T. Dawson, 0. Pearce, P. White, A. Newman, S. Medder, H. Haley, M. Jober, A. Fujton,R. M’Donald (Adelaide),M. Clanville* I. Boyes, N. Jones, N. Goughian, M. Cleary, M. Flannery, R. M’Leod, E. Bichan, F. M’Lachlan, 0. and M. Juriss, M. Hungerford, C. Connors. E. Christie. M. M’Lachlan, A. Brass, Kay, Pickerill, I. Graham, G. Bain. L, Samson, B. Boreham, B. MacFnrlane, B. MTndoe. N. Walker, D. Stabb, G. Lawrence. M. Templeton (Napier), and N. Williams, and Messrs R. Finlayson, K. Burran, J. Campbell. R. G, Park, J. Dickson. J. 0. Ward, A. L. Ward, R. Barclay, M. Tingey, H. Laidlaw, E. Edwards, N. Usherwood, P. W. Herbert, M. Newey. J. MTntosh, S. Williams. R. Coombs, J. K. Woods. W Chapman, K. Chapman. J. Spence, A. D. Manson, S. Rutherford. D.,M‘Elrea, E. Wilson, R. Davies, R. Souter, W. Douglas, C. Macdonald. L. Swallow, N. Jolly, J. C. M’Lachlan; G. R. Miller. R, Howison, J, Lupp, S. Fogg. M, Tvrell, W, M’Kechnie. J. Webber. J, Callander. A. W. Pike. R. J. Kelly, H. Lynch. J. Anderson, J, I. Hortie, W. Wallace, A. Melville, W, Tuttle, R. Adamson. Alexander Wilson, and D. Horton-Gould.

’ At the invitation of Lady Sidey about 150 ladies were, entertained by her at her residence, Corstorphine, on Friday afternoon, the object being to stimulate practical interest in the welfare of the Symphony Orchestra. The hostess, who wore a handsome gown of black lace and georgette, was assisted by her daughter-in-law, Mrs Stuart Sidey. The reception rooms were gaily decorated with flame coloured dahlias and autumn foliage. The pleasure of the gathering was greatly enhanced by the music which was rendered bv some members of the orchestras—-namely, Mrs R. B. Johnston, Mrs Boxwell, and Miss Ngaio Garland (violins). Miss L- Rattigan (viola), Mr A. Webster, (bass), and Mr.Pettitt (piano). Miss Meda Paine sang a group of three songs very charmingly, and Mr Leech also gave great pleasure' by. his singing, Miss Ida White playing the accompaniments- Miss Ngaio Garland contributed a dainty Spanish dance on the violin, Mr Pettitt accompanying her on the piano. At the conclusion of afternoon tea the guests gathered in. the hall, where Lady Sidey invited Mrs J. A. Hanani who is president of the Ladies’ Auxiliary of the Symphony Orchestra, to address' the gathering. Mrs Hanan, who wore a becoming dress of navy silk marocain, in a happy speech thanked Lady Sidey for the delightful tea party Much she, had given them, and also the musical. artists who had helped'considerably to make the afternoon so-enjoy-able. She then gave a short history of the orchestra, formed as it was when the picture shows discontinued employing orchestras and substituting therefor mechanical music; the orchestra’s object was to keep up the combined practice of classical music, which had been helped by the. generosity of M. de Rose who, possessing _ a very fine library of ■ orchestral music, had lent it to the members for their _ use, as well as conducting and training them, for which services be had had no 'monetary return. Proceeding, Mrs Hanan said that we should feel proud of possessing an orchestra which presented such ahigh standard of-work as this one. Dunedin, besides being an educational centre, was an extremely musical and artistic one, comparing more than favourably with the larger cities in that respect. The artistic class was the one which had suffered most by the depression, and yet the life of any community was at its highest stage of development when: the arts and sciences flourished, so it behoved all to assist as far as they were able those who ministered, to the aesthetic and cultural side of life. She urged those present to become subscribers to the organisation and so make it possible to give the professionals among them a fee for each performance, as was done in other places. The programmes for the forthcoming season were exceptionally fine, M. de Rose having engaged various artists from other places to take part in them.