PERSONAL AND SOCIAL

Otago Daily Times, Issue 22894, 30 May 1936, Page 25

PERSONAL AND SOCIAL

Nurse E. Macale has returned to Balclutha.

# * * Miss Eileen Moody is visiting Wellington.

Mias Mabel Black, of Mersey street, Oamaru, is on an extended visit to Dunedin,

Mrs M, Halley left this week for Central Otago, where she intends to spend a short holiday.

Mr and Mrs & H. Morrall, of 655 George street, will celebrate their golden wedding on Friday, June 5. They were married at All Saints’ Church by the late Very Rev. Dean Fitchett, M.A., on June 5, 1886. They will be at home to all friends on the afternoon and evening of that day. • * * *

On Wednesday evening the Wakari branch of the Home Economics Association held its fortnightly meeting at the residence of Mrs James Bauld. The lecture was arranged by the Home Science Extension Bureau, the subject being “ Winter Clothing for the Small Boy." Mrs Bauld demonstrated the making of the various garments in an efficient manner.

The May meeting of the Signal Hill branch of the Home Economics Association was held on Tuesday evening at the home of Mrs Thompson, Opoho. The speaker was Mrs F. C. Cooper, who gave an account of her tour through Otago and Southland, when visiting the 22 branches of the Junior Homemakers’ Club. Members were interested to hear what a boon such a club was to girls In remote country districts. Mrs Harris thanked Mrs Cooper for her Ipleasant address.

* * The May meeting of the Mornington branch of the Home Economics Association, was held in the Presbyterian Bible Class' room on Monday, when, in the absence of the president, Mrs Dodd was in the chair. A large attendance of members was much interested in a practical demonstration given by Mrs Rose on the making of rucked cushions in a variety of patterns and designs, and also the making of a hurnpty, A hearty vote of thanks was accorded the demonstrator by Mrs Nicholson. Social chat concluded an instructive evening.

The central branch of the League of Mothers met in the Y.W.C.A. on Thursday afternoon. In the absence of the president, Mrs Herrington presided. The meeting opened with the league hymn and prayers and Scripture reading. The thought for the afternoon was given by Mrs Gibbs, “While it is good to be careful, it is bad to be full of care," Mrs Herrington then spoke on the "Atmosphere of the Home and Its Pervading Influence.” Mrs Brydone was the soloist for the afternoon.

The attainment of the twenty-first birthday of Miss May Taylor, daughter of Mr and Mrs John Taylor, of Highland Park, Mosgiel, on Saturday last was celebrated at her parents’ residence. The usual toasts were honoured, and dancing was indulged in till a late hour. Among those present Ivere: Mr and Mrs Eason, Mr and Mrs Brown, Mesdames Reekie and Fyfe, and Misses D, and J. Reekie, M. J. and D. Taylor, L. Walker, B. Brown I. Kenny. J. Kenny, M. Sproyle, Pickering, W. Taylor, S. Waldie. C. Miller, P. Pryde, and W. Graham.

The members of R Squadron, Legion of held a successful social gathering at the Returned Soldiers’ Association social hall on May 21, the occasion being the annual ladies' evening, attended by over 70. The musical part, of the programme was in the capable hands of Signora Stella, items being contributed by Misses Beverly M'Sloy, Betty Cairns, Ray Mantell, Joan Stewart, and Lucy MTntosh, Mrs Evejyn M'Kenzie, and Mr Robert Applegarth, and national dances by Miss Warren. The group singing competition caused much amusement, likewise the paper-tearing competition. The latter was won by Miss Betty Stewart. The evening was brought to a close with dancing.

The Kaikorai branch of the W.C.T.U. hold its meeting on Tuesday. There was a good and enthusiastic gathering. After tho opening exercises Mrs Orr led the devotions, the theme being the need of vital connection with God. Members were asked to do their utmost to secure new subscribers to the White Ribbon paper, also to encourage children to a Band of Hope or L.T.L., as there seemed to be a leakage after the cradle roll. There are two temperance organisations in the district for the children. Members were asked for united effort to stop unseemly exhibitions on processions and elsewhere. A paper was rend on “The League of Nations.” Individual sympathy and help were asked for.

Pink and white chrysanthemums and greenery decorated St. John’s Church, Tay street, Invercargill, on Wednesday afternoon, when, at half-past 2, the wedding was solemnised of Shelagh Mary, younger daughter of Mr and Mrs Edmund ft. Wilson, of Grey street, Gladstone, and Coline Roe, youngest son of Mrs Story and the late Robert Story, of “Venlaw, Wyndham. The Ven. Archdeacon J. A. Lush performed the ceremony, and the bride was given away by her father. The bride was attended by her sister. Mrs A. R. Dunlop, who was matron of honour, and two bridesmaids. Miss Nouie Story, sister of the bridegroom, and Miss Sylvia SuoW, Helen Williams, of Wellington, niece of the bridegroom, and Jacqueline Watson, Morven, Ohai, were flower girls. Mr Alex M’Phail, of Gisborne, was best man. and Messrs D. Story, brother of the bridegroom, and N, Wuson, brother of the bride, were groomsmen. Messrs A. ft. Dunlop and J. F. Dundag were ushers. The bride wore a gown of parchment silk velvet cut on long, sweeping lines, with a divided train ruched slightly at either side. The long sleeves were {full at the shoulders and were fastened with tiny buttons at the wrists. The soft drapings at the square neckline were edged with gold. Her exquisite hand-worked lace veil had been worn by her great-grand-mother. It fell from a double circlet of orange blossom and was set well back on her head. She wore gold sandals and carried a shower bouquet of cream chrysanthemums and freesiaa with trailers of maidenhair fern. Her ornament was, a triple rope of pearls. The bride’s attendants were dressed alike in Victorian frocks of fiesta rose pink taffeta. The full skirts fell from closely-fitting bodices with short-ruched sleeves. The large circular collars were upstanding at the back and gathered into a folded knot at the front. The swathed sashes were gathered into an upstanding fold at the back and fell in long ends? The deep hemlines were stitched and so were the edges of the collars. They wove silver shoes and green petalled caps with large stiffened eyeveils of pink tulle, and earned sheafs of cream chrysanthemums. Each attendant wore a pair of marcasite earrings. The flowergirls wore frocks made on exactly the same lines as the bridesmaids’, and carried posiea of deep cream abutilons and wore bows of silver ribbon in their hair. Each wore a marcasite bracelet. The reception was held at Elmwood Garden, where Mr .and Mrs Wilson and Mrs Story received their guests. Mrs Wilson wore a trained gown of black uncrushable velvet latticed at the neckline and on the shoulders with silver. Her shovel hat was of velour, and her bouquet was of her carnations and roses. Mrs Story wore a tailored model frock of black matalasse, with collar and jabot of white crinkly crepe threaded with gold. Her hat was of black velour, and she carried a posy of violets. For travelling the bride wore a model frock of brown crinkly wool georgette with a cravat of dusky pink silk velvet. The same pink edged the sleeves and pockets and attached the large round buttons to the front of the bodice. Over it she wore a brown Country Life coat with wide lapels of Persian lamb and a circular folded collar. Instead of buttons a wide stitched holt held the coat in place. Her halo hat was brown, and so were her shoes and accessories. On their return Mr and Mrs C. R. Story will live at Venlaw.

Misses Peggy and Mary Ibbotson have returned home after a visit to the North Island. * * * Mrs W. A. Armour, of Wellington, is staying at “ Craigmore Lodge,” Roslyn. Yesterday, her sister, Dr Grace Stevenson, gave a tea party'for her at the Savoy. * * * Miss Winifred Stenhouse.l director of the College of Arts and Crafts at Kirribilli, Sydney, arrived on Tuesday to spend a vacation with her mother, Mrs R. A. Stenhouse, Anderson’s Bay. * * The Misses Weir, who are visiting New Zealand, and have been staying with Miss F. M. Cargill, Belmont lane, will leave on Tuesday for the North Island before joining the Rualune on July 15 on their return to England. , * * * When the Stirling League of Mothers met, a week earlier than usual, Mrs J. Reid, provincial president, was present, and reported on her visit to Wellington in November, 1935, as a delegate to the Dominion Council. There are now 87 branches, with a membership of v 7000. Mrs Reid spoke earnestly on the aims of the league, urging mothers to realise their great ami solemn responsibility. Home and children were two of God’s greatest gifts. In home and children lay a mother’s greatest work. There was a splendid attendance, and three new members were enrolled. Miss May Bell brightened proceedings with a pianoforte solo.

A pleasant evening was by some 35 couples on the 21st inst. in St. Luke’s Hall, when the members of the Oamaru Ngaio Girls’ Club entertained friends. An interesting programme of dances interspersed with games was carried out under the managepient of the committee with the Rev. W. L. S. Harbour as M.C., the successful competitors in the novelty dances being Miss 0. Uttley and partner and Miss J. Brown and partner. Supper was set in the supper room. The hall was tastefully decorated with flowers and greenery and streamers of white, pink and green. Paper hats, streamers and snowballs added to the brightness of the party. The evening concluded with the singing of “Auld Lang Syne.”

MrS P. Leith Ritchie was hostess at a delightful tea party at her home, "Norwood,” yesterday afternoon, in honour of Lady Carncross. The hostess received her guests in a gown of black tulip satin. During the afternoon, musical items were much enjoyed, and Lady Carncross gave great pleasure with her reminiscences of past visits to this city. Ten was served in the billiard room, where lemon Iceland poppies, various shades of roses, pale pink ixias, green maidenhair fern, and lemon candles made a rainbow-like effect against a green linen table cloth, and the blue walls of the room. A posy of early primroses was presented to Lady Carncross. There were present: —Mrs E, T. Cox, Lady Sidey, Lady Hutchison, Mesdames P. M’Laurin, G. A. Lewin, Thomas Brown, J. L. Salmond J. A. Hanan, J. Hogg. A. Ibbotson, G. M. Aikman, M. Bain, P. G. Dick, R. _T. Little, J. Dews, Taylor (Taumarunui), Gash, Taverner, and W. J. Cattan, and Misses Salmond, Copeland,' and Cattan,

On Saturday last the women’s branch of the Dougjns Social Credit Movement in Dunedin Held a successful reception in the Theosophieal Hall, in honour of Mr D. M. Sherwood, of London. The hall was artistically decorated with chrysanthemums upd autumn foliage. There was a large attendance of members and friends from all branches in and around Dunedin. Mrs Knights, president of the women’s branch, in welcoming Mr Sherwood, assured him of the pleasure lus visit had been to all Social Creditors in Dunedin. Mr Sherwood, in replying, spoke in humorous vein of his experiences sinco leaving England last year. Short addresses were also given by Miss M. H. M. King and Mr Callender. During the evening a presentation was made to Mr Sherwood, to which he suitably replied. A pleasing programme of musical and vocal items was contributed by Miss Mavis Macdonald, Miss A. Cameron, Miss Mona King, Mr R, Hanna, and Mr John Kennedy. * * *

A wedding of interest to South Canterbury people was recently celebrated at St. Joseph’s Church, Ternuka, when Nora Margaret, youngest daughter of Mr and Mrs W. Hickey, of Clandeboye, was married to Stuart Ernest, eldest son of Mr and Mra E. o.* Shaw, late of the Crown Hotel, Temuka, but now resident in Christchurch. The Rev. Father Outtrim, S.M., performed the ceremony, and Miss Edna M'Garva presided at the orgon. Nuptial mass formed part of the ceremony. The bride, who was escorted by her father, was attired in a frock of white satin cut on classical lines, having a softly-falling cowl .peckline and long sleeves, puffed to the elbow with tiny ioopa and buttons from the elbow. Her skirt was closely fitting and flared fully into a train, and she wore a girdle of white satin finished with silver tassels. The/long tulle veil was held in place with a coronet of orange blossom, and her bouquet way composed of white chrysanthemums, asparagus, and maidenhair fern. The bridesmaid was Miss Mamie Hickey, who wore a frock of oink satin made with cowl neckline and buttoned down the back. The sleeves were puffed to the elbow and finished with tiny loops and buttons falling softly over the wrists. The skirt was closely fitting and flared to form a short train, and she wore a girdle of pink satin’finished with silver tassels. A picture hat of pink felt completed the ensemble. Her bouquet was similar to that of the bride, except that the chrysanthemums were of pink shade. Mr Edward Shaw, brother of the bridegroom, was best man. On leaving the church the bride was presented with a' white satin horseshoe by her cousin, Francis Radburnd. After the ceremony the guests were entertained at the Coronation Tea Rooms, where they were received by Mrs Hickey and Mra Shaw. Mrs Hickey was attired in a black satin frock relieved with fawn with a black felt hat trimmed with a silver buckle, Her bouquet was of shaded roses ami maidenhair fern. Mrs Shaw was dressed in a tailored costume with hat to match, and she carried a bouquet of red velvet roses and maidenhair fern. The travelling costume of the bride was brown tailored, with fawn georgette blouse and hat to match.

Mrs A. P. Gibson and Miss K. R. Gibsou (Wellington) terminated a visit to Dunedin on Tuesday morning, when they left for their home with the intention of spending a few days in Christchurch, en route.

Miss Lucy Hawkes, sister in charge of the hospital, Norfolk Island, who has been staying with Mrs Cecil Cameron, of Berwick, left on Tuesday tor Invercargill, where she is the guest of Mrs Hannan, Leet street, prior to her departure for Sydney and Norfolk Island to resume her duties.

Mrs Alfred Ibbotson gave a tea party at her home, Royal terrace, on Thursday in honour of Lady Carneross. of Wellington. The other guests were: Mesdamea P. M'Lnurin, J. A. Hanan, John Malcolm, Wakefield Holmes, Earle Johnson, P. L. Ritchie, M, Stewart. Logan, Thomas Brown, C. Booth, W. Sinclair, and Cattail, and Misses Marsh (Christchurch). Logan. Permin (2), and P. Ibbotson.

On Wednesday next, at the Y.W.C.A., the well-known social club, the Every Girls’ Club, is entering on its twentythird year of service. It is still under the leadership of Miss Jen Reid and a strong committee. Members tfiis year are making a special effort to get in touch with lonely girls who want friendship, girls from overseas, strangers in the city and girls away from home who miss the touch of home life. This club is an open club for any young woman over the age of 18 years who need not he a member of the association. The committee extends a hearty invitation to young women to attend the social, evening on Wednesday.

¥ ¥ ¥ Dr Siedeberg M'Kinnon entertained Mrs Peter Fraser, Dr Ada Paterson, and Miss Lambie, three Wellington visitors to Dunedin, at an enjoyable party at her home, Maori Hill, on Wednesday evening. The other guests were all interested in health matters —Dr Grace Stevenson. Dr Muriel Bell, Dr Marie Buchler, Dr Emily Nees, Dr Marion Whyte, Mrs A. C. Cameron, and Mrs H. W. Bundle. The evening was spent around a cheery log fire, where subjects dealing with public health, nursing, hours of work, wages, and so on, were interestingly discussed. Dr M'Kinnon wore an attractive gown of pink crepe with a broad black sash. Supper was served in the dining room, where the table was charmingly arranged with autumn flowers.

Mr and Mrs Q.' F. M'Kellar gave an enjoyable party at the Strand Salon on Wednesday evening to celebrate the coming-of-age of their eldest son, Douglas. The evening was spent ip dancing, /interspersed with competitions. Those present were Mr and Mrs M'Kellar, Mr and Mrs J. Fletcher, Misses Wallace, F. Holmes, B. Johnstone, S. Brickell, ,J. Butler, B. Douglass, J. M'Kellar, D. Paterson, S. Wren, J. Hanson/ N. Lord, D. Wither, G. Wright, P. Strachan, R. Wither, N. Dunlop, J, Wither, N. Sagar, P. Lousley and N. Ripley, and Messrs I. Gillanders, R. Sprackett, M'Kellar (3), Reid (2), H. Elder, M. Paterson, D. Scott, A. Wren, D„ Corson, J. Scott. S. Lambert, E. Lewis, S. Young, J. Wither, B. Tuck, D. M'Farlane, G. Gray and J. Pickard.

An afternoon tea concert, arranged by the Ladies’ Auxiliary of the Y.M.C.A., was held on Wednesday and was well patronised by numerous friends. The hall was tastefully decorated with bronze and yellow chrysanthemums and autumn leaves. Owing to the unavoidable absence of the president, Mrs Aslin, Mrs Fairbnirn was in the chair. After the first half of the programme afternoon tea was handed round. At the conclusion Mrs Fairbnirn passed a vote of thanks to the performers who so willingly had given their help for the cause of the Y.M.C.A. Those responsible for the afternoon’s entertainment were Miss Wilson (recitation), Miss Jean Hoggins (violin solo), Mesdamea Moore and Jbhnston (vocal duets), Mend nines Broad, Hartley and Poiriton and Mjisscs Sumner and Tyrrel and Mr J. D. Hanning (vocal solos). Mesdames Johnston and Moore acted as accompanists.

The Misses Weir were hostesses at a delightful party in the Somerset Lounge of the Savoy on Thursday afternoon in order to say “farewell” to friends they had made during their visit to Dunedin. Miss Weir wore a frock of black and white printed silk, with a black hat; Miss D. K. Weir was in black marocain, trimmed with, old cream lace, and a green hat, and Miss P. M. Cargill had chosen black silk and laco, worn with a purple hat. The Somerset Lounge looked delightful and was so artistically arranged with autumn flowers and oak leaves in bronze vases and bowls that the hostesses were inore than pleased with it. Among those present at what was one of the most enjoyable parties of the season were:—Lady Sidey, Mrs S. Batchelor, Mrs Sutherland Ross, Mrs Cotterill, Mrs Digby Smith, Mrs Nevill, Mrs Fraser, Mrs Macfie, Mrs Bernard Petre, Mrs William Petre, Mrs Eardley Reynolds, Mrs Gallaway, Mrs Laidlnw, Mrs Napier, Mrs Richardson, and Mrs Macandrew, Misses Rattray (2), Hart (3). Reid (2), Cutten (2), K. Johnston, Joachim, Jackson (2), Reynolds S, Richardson (2), Macandrew, Maclald, Easther, Israel, and Williams, Major Richardson, and Messrs Johnston (2), W. Cutten, and Tan nock. *# ' *

The University Club held a delightful dance in the clubrooms on Wednesday evening. Dancing took place in the dining room, which was cleared for the occasion, and, in the lounge, a good fire and easy chairs made pleasant conditions for non-dancors. Supper was served in the billiard room, where chrysanthemums made pleasing decorations. In the absence of the president, Dr V. 15. Galway, the guests were received by Mr and Mrs Warrington Taylor on behalf of the Social Committee. The evening was very enjoyable, both modern ana old-time dances being on the programme, and it is hoped to hold another like it later in the year. Among those present were;—Mr and Sirs F. B. Adams, Mr and Mrs G. M. Batham, Mr and Mrs E. K. Clarke, Mr, and Mrs A. J. Gilman, Mr and Mrs J. L. Hobbs, Mr arid Mrs James Hogg, Mr and Mrs Eric Miller, Mr and Mrs C. R. Nicolson, Mr and Mrs H. S. Ross, Mr and Mrs J. A. Robinson, Mr and Mrs A. C. Stephens, Mr and Mrs W. T. Smellie, Mr and Mrs A. H. Templeton, Mr and Mrs John Taylor, Mr and Mrs C. J. Wood, Mr and Mrs I. A. W. Wood, Misses E. King. M. Juriss, Sligo, H. Stevens, L. Pearson, N. Thomson, R. Frapwcll. and P. Grey, and Messrs R. H. C. Galbraith, W, J. "MTnnes, W. J. Mead, J. Robertson, C. J. Robertson, E. G. H. Ruffell. L. M: Satterthwaite, C. Stevens, H. W. Tyrrell, and W. D. Young.

The newest fashion in furnishings, Quilted Bedspreads, serve two-fold purpose during winter months. These are made of glazed chintz, taffetas, or satins, and are lined entirely with wadding, giving scope for variety in design and warmth. Examples of quilting are being shown at the new premises of Doris Haworth, where these exclusive furnishings are made to order. Address: 135 Stuai't street. —Advt.

The Mosgiel Presbyterian Bible class hall was artistically decorated in autumn shades when 50 mothers were entertained at a banquet held in their honour by their daughters. The daughters were Bible class girls and Girls’ Auxiliary members. , All joined heartily in singing "0 God of Bethel,” and alter prayer and grace supper was partaken of and a programme was presented. Miss Margaret Graham, who presided, welcomed the guests, and proposed the toast " Our Mothers.” This was responded to in a toast to " Our Daughters ” by Mrs J. R. Prentice. Short speeches were also given by Misses Jean Stewart, Winnie Gibson, and Allison Gibson and Mrs H. Graham. " Mother Thoughts from Great Thinkers ” was presented bv 10 of the girls. Songs were sung by Miss Jean M'Gresor. Miss Gwen Pullan. and Mrs Whitson, and pianoforte solos played by Miss Jean Hendry. Recitations were given by Mieses Molly Criossan and Ivy Williams. Two short community sings were also part of the programme and favourite stories told by both mothers and daughters. The singing of "Aujd Lang Syne ” brought to a close a successful and happy mother and daughter banquet. Mrs M. E. Atkinson. of Powell River. British Columbia, who has been the guest of the Rev. H. and Mrs Graham for the past five months, was n special guest at the banquet.