PERSONAL AND SOCIAL

Otago Daily Times, Issue 24415, 28 September 1940, Page 14

PERSONAL AND SOCIAL

Mrs Thomas Anderson, of Port Chalmers, has left for Auckland.

Mrs A. Gilchrist, of Ashburton, is the guest of Mrs A. J., Thompson, of Fernhill Flats.

In view of her approaching marriage, the ladies of the Central Mission Guild Choir entertained Sister Hazel at afternoon tea on Tuesday. Musical items were contributed, and the guest of honour was presented with a hanging mirror as an expression of love and esteem. Members conveyed to Sister Hazel their sincere wishes for her future happiness and prosperity

Mrs Gilkison, author of “ The Question,” which won first place in this year's one-act play-writing competition at the Otago Women’s Club, entertained to luncheon in the club yesterday the members of the cast in the play’s recent successful presentation They were Mesdames E. Eastgate, Wakefield Holmes, Hervey, O. C. Stephens. Elsie Stephens. F. G. Soper, and Eric Murray.

A Royal Australian Air Force marriage of interest was celebrated recently in Melbourne, the bridegroom being Maurice, eldest son of Mr and Mrs A. E. Hodge, of Isis street, Oamaru. and Lucille, youngest daughter of Mr and Mrs L. J. Johanson, of Melbourne. The marriage was solemnised in All Saints Church. St. Kilda, Padre Donagan officiating. Fellow members of the R.A.A.F. formed a guard of honour.

The Hon. Mrs Patrick May, with her two daughters, and Mrs Grenside, with her two sons, have arrived from England. Mrs Grenside is the guest of Mrs George Buchanan, of Christchurch. Mrs May will'join her in a few days, and they will take up residence in Fendalton'. Mrs May was formerly Miss Patience Du Croz. and Mrs Grenside was Mrs Barbara •Du Croz. At one time they lived in Dunedin, and they have many friends in the Dominion

The forthcoming Air Force Queen Carnival Ball will be the effort of the officers, n.c.o.’s and men of the R.N.Z.A.F.' Station, Taieri, in aid of funds for the Air Force Queen. They will have the assistance of an enthusiastic ladies’ committee in arranging an evening which should please dancers and gallery spectatprs alike. Interludes will include exhibition ballroom steps by Mr J. Hall-Green and partner, and ballets by the Constance Potts School of Dancing. Music will be provided by Jim Murray’s Swing Stars..

The Kaikorai branch of the Lady Galway Patriotic Guild held a. displav of garments made for refugee children on Wednesday. These articles included many warm quilts, outfits both for girls and boys, quantities of underclothing and socks, and a collection of lovely baby clothes. There was a large attendance and all present nlade most congratulatory remarks on the standard of the work done, especially as the majority of the garments had been made from old clothes and unravelled wool. During the afternoon the Mayor and Mayoress paid a visit and Mr Allen complimented the guild on the work, telling them that in their own quiet wav each member was doing war work. Tea brought a pleasant afternoon to a close.

The annual meeting of the Literary Circle of the Otago Women’s Club took place in the lounge of the club on Tuesday night. Mrs Galway, moving the adoption of the annual balance sheet and report, congratulated Miss A. McDougall and her committee, and commented favourably on the varied and delightful programme that had been submitted throughout the year. Mrs Fairbairn. seconding the motion, endorsed all Mrs Galway’s remarks, and said how much she herself had enjoyed all the monthly meetings. The election of office-bearers resulted; Chairwoman, Mrs S. Park; vice-chair-woman, Mrs O. C. Stephens: commitHervey, Wakefield Holmes, and A merson, Misses Ross, Farnie, and McDougall. Miss McDougall thanked the meeting for all the nice things that had been said about her, and paid a tribute to her committee, every member c r which had worked so splendidly and loyally. She especially thanked Mrs E. Anderson --for her unfailing support and efficient work as secretary, and said that, surrounded as she had been by loyal and helpful' workers, she had found her position as chairwoman an easy and pleasant one

Recent guests at Wood’s Private Hotel include: Mrs Coyle and Miss Coyle (Kyeburn), Mr Laverty (Taieri Mouth). Mr and Mrs Farquhar. Mr Gussette (Balclutha), Miss Turnbull. Mr McLauchlan (Middlemarch), Mr Crossan. Mr Johnston (Goodwood) Miss Findlay. Miss Peterson, Mr Murray (Milton), Mr Moir, Mrs Smaill (Kaitangata), Mr Campbell (Winchester) Mr Omand, Mr and Mrs Wallace (Roxburgh). Mrs Hanrahan (Ranfurly). Mr and Mrs Williams. Mrs Bell, Miss, Somierell (Oamaru), Mrs Craig. Mr Grantham, Mr Johnston (Wellington). Miss Armitage, Mr Williamson (Oturehua). Mr Robson (Berwick), Mr and Mrs Greaves (Palearoa) Mrs and Miss Inglis, Miss Ward, Mrs and-Miss Campbell (Invercargill). Mrs Potts (Riverton), Miss Collins (Auckland),' Mrs Smith. Mrs Richardson (Crbmwell), Misses Johnston (2, Mosgiel). Mr and Mrs Walker (Tapanui) Mr' Evans (Lawrence) Mrs Meyers, Mrs Wilson, Mr Meyers, jun, (Miller’s Flat), Mr and" Mrs Robinson. Mr and Mrs Ferris. Misses Robinson (2). Mr Corrigall (Alexandra), Miss Elder, Miss Cuniings (Timaru), Sergeant Quartermairi (Christchurch). Mr ■ Buller. Mr Rosf Mrs Ross, Miss Ross, Miss Phelan (Palmerston South), Mr and Mrs Currie (Hyde). Mr McDonald (Otikerama). Mr McCorkindale (Waitahuna) Mr and Mrs Thomson, Miss Alwyn Thomson (Warepa). Mr and Mrs Blackmoro (Waimate). n- * The acidity which causes blood nressure. skin troubles, irregularity, and general ill-health is quicldy removed with R.U.R.. the World's greatest scientific health remedy for a 11.—12

The St. Clair branch of the Home Economics Association held a happy social evening on Tuesday at the home of Mrs Knox, of Massey avenue. Trump whist was played, and the serving of a dainty supper brought another successful year to a close. * * * Prior to her marriage o.i Saturday last, Mrs T. J. Tyrie (nee Phyllis Mary McClelland) was entertained by the Miller’s Flat branch of the W.D.F.U. at the home of Mrs G. Peters; by Mrs T. Stone, who gave a “ kitchen ” afternoon at her home; and by Mrs H. Armitage, who. assisted by Miss Jean Armitage. gave a “ gift ” evening. * * * There was an excellent attendance of members at the September meeting of the Otago branch of the International Federation of University Women held on Thursday evening in the Medical School. Miss Morton, who presided, mentioned that a collection would be taken both before and at the general meeting in aid of the funds of the Otago Provincial Patriotic Council. The speaker of the evening was Dr Soper. He touched on aspects of science which involved international hostility, economic readjustments, problems of nutrition and of the prevention of diseases. The talk was given with a wealth of illustrative detail and interesting sidelights which made it a delight to every member of the appreciative audience.

Literary Circle Study The Literary Circle of the Otago Women’s Club seems to go from success to success, and, each monthly meeting sees a bigger attendance than the last. The September meeting was in the capable hands of Mrs Wakefield Holmes, who dealt with the life and works of Sir Walter Scott. In an extremely interesting manner she told of his life, with all its ups and downs, its successes and failures, its trials and triumphs, its literary ambitions and achievements. Her audience was deeply interested by it all. but particularly by the description of Abbotsford, _ Scott’s beloved home. After speaking of his earlier works, nearly all of which lay in the field of poetry, Mrs Wakefield Holmes dealt with Scott’s more famous novels, which showed such an amazing insight into human nature. During the evening there were various illustrations of the poet’s work. Those supplying these interludes were Mrs R. J. Laurenson. who sang “Ave Maria ” (words from “The Lady of the Lake,’’ music by Schubert), accompanied by Mrs Peter Dick; Miss Grace Farhie, who presented a sketch of Bailie Nichol Jarvie from “Rob Roy”; Mrs Peter Dick and Mrs A. de Beer, who played, as a duet, Mendelssohn’s overture to “ Singal’s Cave ” by Scott; Mrs Gilbert Black, who sang “ Jock o’ Hazeldene and Mesdames Laurenson, Hartley, Black and Holmes, who rendered a part song, “ Oh, Hush Thee. My Baby.” A scene from “ The Heart of Midlothian ” was dramatised by Mrs Holmes, and acted by Mrs L. Eastgate. as Queen Caroline. Mrs R. J. Laurenson as Lady Suffolk, Mrs V. Galway as Jennie Deans, and Mrs O. C. Stephens as the Duke of Argyle, At the close of the evening Mrs Merrington proposed a vote of thanks to Mrs Wakefield Holmes and her helpers for a delightful evening; and Mrs English, a visitor from Auckland, who is the senior vicepresident of the Lycium Club there, spoke, bringing greetings from her club, and saying how delighted she was that she had been privileged to be present at the Literary Circle’s meeting.