PERSONAL AND SOCIAL

Otago Daily Times, Issue 24325, 15 June 1940, Page 12

PERSONAL AND SOCIAL

Dr and Mrs N. K. Cox, who have been staying with Mrs A. J. Campbell, of St. Kilda, for' some months, will return to Christchurch to-day, ¥ ¥ ¥ Miss Zeta Ewing, of Wanaka, who has been staying with her cousin, Mrs J. Donaldson, of St. Clair, is'the guest of Miss Margaret Bolt, of Oturehua. ¥ ¥ ¥ Mr .and Mrs A. J. Chrystall will arrive from Temuka on Monday for the marriage of their son, Mr Maurice Chrystall, to Miss Pat Hanlon. Mrs E. R. Harty was a hostess at afternoon tea in the Savoy yesterday in honour of her sister. Miss Pat Hanlon. The guests included Mesdames Richard Hudson., F. Avent, Lyndon Macassey, James Dodgshun, James Dunlop, R. D. B. Paterson. A. T. Waugh, and Misses Marion Crow. Scott, Mary Scott, Willocks, Hazel Smith and Chris Hudson. ¥ ¥ ¥ Advice has been received by her parents, Mr and Mrs E. H. Calder, of Tennyson street, that Miss Sheila Calder, who enrolled a year ago as a student at the Glasgow Academy of Music and Dramatic Art, came first with honours in the academy s annual examinations. Miss Calder is also studying dancing, and was one of the principal performers in an entertainment staged for patriotic purposes, which ran for a week at the Lyric Theatre. ¥ ¥ ¥ The Dunedin Travel Club’s effort on behalf of the Red Cross • appeal amounted in all to £348, which amount included a donation of £25 by Mr and Mrs R. Hudson. £lO 10s by Mrs W. Brinsley, sen., and anonymous donations of £25 and £5. The fur coatwhisky raffle resulted:—First prize, No 1387. Miss Duthie; second pnze ; No. 2985, Mrs Ballard; third prize. No. 2522, Archer; fourth prize. No. 2764, Mrs McFaull: fifth prize. No. 3551. Mrs H. L. Sprosen. The Kaikorai branch of the Home Economics Association held its monthly meeting at the home of Mrs Gayser, of County road. It was regretted that the speaker, Mrs Orr Campbell, was unable to be present owing to illness. Mrs Stewart (vice-president) was m the chair, in the absence of Mrs Joseph, who is on holiday in the North Island. Mrs Joseph sent the thought for the month, “ Some people grumble because roses have thorns. I am glad tnat thorns have roses.” All members were willing to knit for the soldiers when required. ¥ ¥ ¥ The Leith Ladies’ Bowling Club held its annual meeting in the pavilion on Wednesday afternoon, with the vicepresident, Mrs Miles, in the chair. Mrs S. Hutchison was the winner of the lucky number at afternoon tea. The election of office-bearers for 1940-41 resulted:—-President. Mrs Miles; vicepresident, Mrs ‘D. Hutchison; junior vice-president, Mrs Birrell; treasurer, Miss Gunn: honorary secretary, Mrs Stinson; delegate, Mrs Birrell; committee. Mrs Etheridge and Mrs Burnside; selector. Miss Gunn; Ties Committee— Mesdames Sanderson, Lawson, and S. Hutchison. ¥ « » Mrs Qualter, who presided at the monthly meeting of the Musical Circle of the North Otago Women’s Club, extended a welcome to'Mrs E. E. Butler and Dr Bevan Brown, who provided the entertainment, which was devoted to English folk songs and folk dance music. Dr Bevan Brown spoke on the subject in a very interesting manner, and illustrated his remarks with wellchosen songs. The accompaniments and folk dances were played by Mrs Butler. ' Mrs Tait, proposing a vote of thanks to the performers, remarked that in these days of trouble it was encouraging to hear of the great love of the people of England for their country and their determination to make a resolute stand. ¥ ¥ ¥ The'first of a series of social evenings sponsored by the King Edward Technical College Ex-pupils’ Association was held in the Crawford Lounge on i Thursday. An enjoyable time passed all to quickly with games, competitions, and items. Miss Alice Gillies sang two delightful solos, accompanied by Miss Florence Gillies. Mr Baughen acted as M.C., and Mr C. Cosgrove officiated at the piano. Those present were Mr and Mrs L, D. Mclver, Mr and Mrs Glengarry. Misses E. R. Begg, J. Stevenson, J. Jardine. D. Reid. M. McAleese, E. Frost. A, Gillies, F. Gillies, A. K. Munro. M. Shrimpton, H. Foley, L. Geary. E. McConnachie, C. Tucker, S. Hill, F. Anthony. D. Idour, D. Kerse. M. and J. McKinnon, M. Crosier. B. Grace. D. Geary, D. Blackie, L. Idour, N. Wynn. B. Madigan. B. Gall. B. Pettit. G. and M. Harris, P. Thorn. L. Idour. J. Ferens, E. Naumann, and Messrs Burt, Hope, S. J. Paine, A. Baxter. H. C McDonald. J. Ferens, J. Sykes, G. Roberts, J. McDonald, R. Murray. D. McKenzie, H. Roberts. J. McLeod, E. Hely, E. Edsell, S. Munroe. S. Spence, A. Idour, C. Cosgrove, ¥ * ¥ An enjoyable dance was given last Saturday evening at the Crawford Lounge by Mr aijid Mrs P. A. Vallance. of Otira, to celebrate the coming of age of their daughter May. The guests were welcomed by Mr and Mrs Vallance, the latter wearing a gown of royal blue velvet. The guest of honour looked charming in white georgette and silver. Mr Vallance presented his daughter with the traditional key, which was later autographed by those present. Miss Vallance suitably replied. Mr Colin Henderson ably carried out the duties of M.C. The guests included Mr and Mrs T. Henderson, Mr and Mrs E. Holt. Mr and Mrs J. Davies. Mrs J. Taylor. Mr and Mrs Wingham. Mrs D. McDowell (Invercargill). Mr and Mrs A. McDonald, Misses A. Vallance. M. Henderson, D. Henderson, J Henderson, B. Dunn, B. Connor, M. Edwards, D. Renton. J. Hull, J. King. A. Cain, J. Foster, A. Foster, G, Williams. M. Thompson. A. Mong, D. Brown. M. Vivian, A. Andrews, E. White, M. Taylor, A. Taylor. M. Crawford. M. Thomson, I. Wood, C. McMillan and Messrs A. Holt. J. Docherty, R. S. Holt. T. Gerrard, G. Steel. C. Ross (Christchurch). S. Smith. J. Montgomery. B. Wright, B. Galvin. C. Henderson, A Giles, H. Bertenshaw, G. McDonald. I. Stewart, L. Burns, J. Matthurson. S Shrimpton, A. McDowall (Invercargill), L. Osten, H. Henderson, K. Grant, D. Partridge, R. White, D. Wylie, J. Donaldson and I. Gordon. ¥ ¥ A naturally healthy bloodstream, gained with R.U.R.. cleanses the entire body—keeps your nerve sheaths, muscles and organs young and virile. R.U.R. sells on sincere recommendation and health value. —7

The monthly meeting of the Maia branch of the Home Economics Association was held at the residence of Mrs Pickersgill on Wednesday evening. Mrs W. P. Campbell gave a practical and interesting demonstration on the making of trays. ¥ ¥ ¥ The Co-operative Women’s Guild held a very enjoyable social and dance in the Harrop Street Hall on Saturday evening. There were 70 members and friends present. Mr H. Bell acted as M.C., and items were given by Mrs Ikin and Mr H. Bell (songs) and Mr H. MacManus (recitation). Mrs Clayton was the pianist. ¥ ¥ ¥ The Practical Psychology Circle of the Otago Women’s Club met in the small lounge of the club on Wednesday afternoon. In the absence of the chairwoman (Miss Olive Mercer) the vice-chairwoman (Miss Vida Reynolds) presided and made reference to the’' sudden death of Mrs J. Laurenson, after which all present stood in silence as a mark of respect. The subject for study was “ Getting on with people,” which members found very interesting. Those who took part in the discussion were Miss V. Reynolds, main paper, Mesdames R. Gilkison. L. Ritchie, O. Mercer, J. E. McMellan. V. Buttle, I. Tyson. N. Smith. C. F Roberts, Misses E. Pickles, M. Fenwick, J. Crow, C. Arlidge, J. K. Brown. J. Crow. ¥ ¥ ¥ The June meeting of the Opoho branch of the League of Mothers was held on Tuesday evening. Mrs Parr presiding and welcoming three new members. The thought for the month was, “He whose face shows no night shall never become a star." An appeal for volunteers to knit articles for the soldiers met with an admirable response, and the branch decided to link up with a Red Cross sewing bee at present being inaugurated at Opoho. The speakers for the evening were Miss Vial and Mr Conly, authorities on vocational guidance for girls and boys respectively. “To the modern girl,” Miss Vial said, “ despite much adverse criticism, the highest respect must be given, not only for her innate honesty and courage, but for her cheerful outlook towards life.” The importance of secondary education for

girls was advocated by the speaker, not only as a preparation for a career, but also for a fuller life, in which she might be equipped both intellectually and socially to face a world of difficult “ after-war ” conditions. Mr Conly, speaking of the adolescent boy, stressed the * importance of a sound education and the value of a wellchosen career, so necessary in an age of machinery and changing occupations. The evening’s enjoyment was enhanced by several numbers by the choir, including “O Peaceful England ” and “ Carry Me Back to Old Virginny,” and by two pleasing solos by Mrs Trott, of the St. Clair branch, “ Brown Eyes ” and “A Psalm of Love,” ¥ ¥ ¥ That well-known social group, the Every Girls’ Club, will commence its winter activities on Monday next. The club is an open one, and an invitation is extended to all girls living away from home or strangers to the city who care to attend and enjoy a social evening. A small charge of 6d is made for admission, which includes supper The club will meet on the first and third Mondays in the month at 7.30 Part of the evening will be devpted to war work. Wool has been provided and members are asked to bring knitting needles, sizes 7, 8 or 9.