PERSONAL AND SOCIAL

Otago Daily Times, Issue 22822, 5 March 1936, Page 17

PERSONAL AND SOCIAL

Mrs Stanley Jardine, of Wellington, who has been on a short visit to friends in Dunedin, will leave by the mid-day express to-day; She will visit relatives at Christchurch for a few days before returning to Wellington.

Miss Rebecca Margaret (Ena) Henderson, youngest daughter of Mr and Mrs John Henderson, of Arrowtown, was married on February 26 to Robert Edgar, fourth son of Mr and Mrs G. Harvey, of Wienga, Central Otago. The wedding, a, quiet one, was solemnised at the home of the bridegroom’s parents by the Rev. David Heggie, of Cromwell. Miss Nancy Henderson attended her sister, and the bride’s brother, Mr John Henderson, was best man.

A double wedding of South Island interest waa celebrated at St. Giles Presbyterian Church, Kilbirnie yesterday (says a Press Association telegram from Wellington). The brides were Marjorie and Dorothy, twin daughters of Mr and Mrs Alex. Bell. Mr Bell formerly held important positions in the education service in Timaru and Invercargill, and later became secretary of the Council of Education, and when he retired was assistant director of education. The bridegrooms were Phillip Webb, of Wellington, who was married to Marjorie, and Ralph E. M. Greene, of Dunedin, whose bride was Dorothy. The ceremony was conducted by the Rev. E. J. Orange, and was attended by many friends of the parties. Canterbury was particularly well represented by old friends of the parents of the brides. * * # Miss Phyllis Murray, of Dunback, who was a February bride, was the guest ol honour at various functions in the district. The first of these was given by the Women’s Institute, a large number of whose members were present at a pleasant social afternoon. In appreciation of her able help to the institute, Mrs Kelly (president) presented Miss Murray with a picture and a bouquet and slioulder spray as an expression ol good wishes in her new sphere of life. Mrs Stanley, Mrs Chapman, Miss Bell, and Mrs Leishman endorsed the remarks of the president. Miss Murray, in an appropriate speech, thanked all for their handsome gift and good wishes. _ The Dunback Church Committee and friends in the district entertained Miss Murray at a social evening. In recognition ol her long service as organist and Sunday school superintendent, Miss Murray was presented with a clock and two rose bowls. Mrs Leishman, in making the presentation, spoke of the guest’s excellent work in the guild, Busy Bees, and Bible class. A gift of a crystal water jug and a set of tumblers was made by a Sunday school scholar. Messrs Leishman, Campbell, and Blaikie also spoke in appreciation of Miss Murray’s high qualifies, and said how hard her place would be to fill. Miss Murray, in a graceful speech, thanked the friends for their kind remarks and beautiful gifts. Songs and recitations were rendered, and a pleasant evening ended with the singing of "Auld Lang Syne.” Miss Murray was entertained on Tuesday evening by her Dunback tennis friends, Mrs Denmead making an excellent hostess. Mr Kelly (past president) made a present- of a sum of money to purchase a token in memory of many happy days spent on the courts. Other speakers mentioned the guest's sportsmanship, and the esteem in which she was held. After Miss Murray had thanked the speakers for their very kind remarks, a most enjoyable evening was spent with games and songs. On Saturday evening Miss Murray was the guest at a surprise party and kitchen evening given at her home by the girls ot the district. A happy time was spent with games, music, and items. Mr Murray, on behalf of his daughter, thanked all for the many useful gifts and the pleasant evening. The singing of “Auld Lang Syne ” brought the evening to a close.

WOMEN’S DIVISION N.Z. FARMERS' UNION

Reports of meetings of branches are requested, but they should be furnished promptly, for the publication of reports that are not supplied within a week from the date of the meeting cannot be assured.

When the Herbert branch met, Mrs Marshall (president) occupied the chair, and made feeling reference to the death of King George V, members standing, in silence as a mark of respect. A motion of sympathy was also passed with Mr and Mrs A. Paterson and family in their recent bereavement. A darning competition was won by Mrs J. E. Hill, with Mrs Marshall second, the prizes being given by Mesdamcs Campbell and Reid. Mesdaraes Reid and W. Wilson acted as judges. The 15 minutes’ entertainment, arranged by Mesdamcs C. Thompson and Marshall, included a musical competition. won by Miss J. Hooper, with Mrs Isdale seccmd. In November and December the' branch had visits from Miss MacMillan and Miss Crowe, of the Home Science Department, who gave talks on associated country education. As a result a junior Home-makers’ Club is being formed.

Mrs Chapman (president) presided at the meeting of the Waitaki branch. She gave an account of the business transacted at the meeting of the North Otago Executive, with special reference to the housekeeping scheme. Mrs Walker (Oamaru) gave a lecture on her recent tour through the British Isles and the Continent, 1 illustrating her talk with photographs and maps. Pupils from the Waitaki School yere present. A* the conclusion of the talk Miss Smart thanked Mrs Walker for her address.

THE WOMEN’S INSTITUTE

Reports of meetings of branches are requested, but they should be furnished promptly, tor the publication of reports that arc not supplied within a week from the date of the meeting cannot be assured.

The president (Mrs Cowan) presided over the February meeting of the Awa-moa-Alma Women’s Institute. The agenda for the annual general meeting of the North Otago Federation, to be held on April 3. was read and discussed. Nominations for the Executive Committee were proposed and seconded. The motto was: “Do vour best, and rejoice when others do better,” The roll call was answered with a Scotch joke. Miss Pattlc gave a gift for competition, the winner being Mrs V. Perry. The hostesses were Mesdamcs Cowan. Williams and Miss Pattle. -jfi >£ The Clydevale Institute met on Thursday, Mrs R, Dunlop presiding. Prior to commencing business, members stood in silence as a mark of respect to the late beloved King George V. The motto was "Truth is like a lighted lamp, in that it cannot be bidden away in the darkness* because it carries its own light,” and the roll call “A travel talk,” by five members. Nominations were received for the annual election, also suggestions for next programme. It was carried unanimously that a letter of appreciation, fo>; services given, be sent to Mrs A. I. Miller, and also to express regret at the severing of her connection with the institute* Mrs Hyslon demonstrated on the making of a bandy work bag. Mrs Martin extending a vote of thanks to Mrs Hyslop for her kindness. A competition for best collection of vegetables, one of each, resulted in Mrs Mowat being placed first with Mrs

M'Pcayild second. Hostesses were Mesdamfcs It. Dunlop, H. Dunlop and Martin. In a report of Miss Stops’s recent meeting it was stated that Miss Stops was responsible for the founding of Clydevale Institute. This honour should have been placed to the credit of Mrs Caldwell and Mrs E. Smith.

The Brighton Women's Institute met in Hislop Hall on Thursday, February 27. In the unavoidable absence of Mrs Milsojn (president), Mrs Caldwell (vicepresident) was in the chair. Suggestions were received for the new year’s programme. The motto was “ Coming together is a beginning: keeping together is progress: working together is success.” During the evening Miss Kirby, wiio was formerly a teacher at Cook Islands, gave her impressions of school, home, and community life out there. Miss Kirby was accorded an attentive hearing. An illustrated booklet showing samples of work done by home institutes for the annual exhibition was sent by Mrs Shand. The competition, “A variety of sweets,” was won by Mrs G. M/Leod. The hostesses wefe Mesdames Smith and D. M'Call and Misses Meston and Pett.