TABLE TALK.

Otago Witness, Issue 3426, 11 November 1919, Page 55

TABLE TALK.

Saturday evening. Last Saturday, evening Mr and Mrs Oldham gave a picture party and delightful supper afterwards at their residence in Stuart street. Amongst those present were Mr and Mrs Black, Mr and Mrs Cheeseinan, Mr and Mrs Jas. Dunlop, Mesdames Cogun (Christchurch), M'Master, Geo. Roberts, Misses Neill, Mackerras. On Monday evening Mrs Riley gave a very enjoyable bridge party. Present were Mesdames Hilton, P. Fitchett, Cook, Black, A. Denniston, Misses Reynolds, Bell, Graham, Ulrich, Neill. On Wednesday Mrs Wallace (Roslyn) gave a email afternoon tea. There were present Mesdames Riley, Gall away. Leech, Hilton, Misses Rattray, Neill, P. Sise, Graham. On Tuesday evening Mrs Acton Adams gave a, small fox trot and jazz party at her residence (Melrose). Amongst those present were Colonel and Mrs Falla, Mr and Mrs Kain, Misses Stock, Douglas (2), Kempthorne, Cheessman, U. Rattray, Edmond, Messrs Sinclair, Sise, Dawson, Edmond, Captain Shcnnan, etc. Several members of the Pantomime Company were also present, end Mr Yates and Miss Dickenson gave an exhibition of dancing and some hints in various steps. During tho week a number of small afternoon teas have been given for Mr Cogan (Christchurch). On Saturday morning the foundation stone woe laid for the building of a, new free kindergarten, to be called the “ KelseyYaralla,” the site being in Trent avenue, between Leith and Clydo streets. The Albany Street School Band was in attendance, and, after the guests had assembled, played “The King.” Then Mr Axelsen opened the ceremony by offering a short prayer. Mrs R. Gilkison, president of tho association, addressed a few remarks to the company then asked Miss Kelsey, M. 8.8., to lay the stone, as she was the first secretary to tho association, and had served as a member of committee and os president with unsparing energy. Miss Kelsey then laid the

stone. After making a .few remarks as to the great benefit derived from the free kindergarten, Sir James Allen gave a short address, expressing much pleasure nt being al>lo to be present at the ceremony, and said Dunedin North had been waiting SO years for this kindergarten, but in spite of the lack of the splendid building they are going to have, most excellent work had been done all the time in such buildings as were possible to bo had. Amongst those present were Sir James and Lady Allen. Miss Allen, Mrs R. Gilkison, Mrs W. H. Reynolds, Mrs Ulrich, Mrs John Boss, Mrs George M'Lean, the Mayer (Mr Begs), Professor White, the Hon. J. A. Hanan, Mr T. K. Sidey, Hon. J. T. Paul, Messrs Geo. Denniston, W. Fels, J. B. Hemming, etc.

Mr J. C. Marshall, Miss Cargill, and party have gone for a visit to Akaroa.

Mr and Miss Downie Stewart returned en Tuesday from Wellington.

Miss B. Farquhar has returned from Wellington, end is staying with Mrs George Roberts.

Mr and Mrs Bridgcman have gone to Auckland for a visit.

Miss Bridgeman -end Miss Eiilalie Roberts have gone to stay with Mrs Laidlaw at Matakanui.

Mrs Dyer and Miss Neill are spending the week-end at Waikouaiti.

Mrs and Miss Edmond have gone to Christchurch for the Carnival Week.

Mr and Mrs Sydney Nbill have taken Dr King's cottage at Karitane for rome weeks. Mrs Neill went out with, her children during the week.

Sir John and Lady Sinclair returned this week from Wellington.

Mrs Walter Raymond (Timaru) is staying with her mother, Lady Sinclair.

Miss Una Rattray went to Christchurch for the race week.

Mr P. C. Neill, accompanied by" Mr Rattray and Mr Ffenwick, motored to Hanmer Springs last week. • .

The Otago Boys' High School sports were held on Saturday at Carisbrook under most delightful weather conditions, the day proving warm and bright. A fairly large number of spectators were present. Afternoon tea for a small charge was served by iLigii School Girls, and everything went off most successfully.

INVERCARGILL, November 8. Mrs J. M'G. Watson and Miss _ Watson returned home on Monday from their motor tour north. Mrs Macalister left by Mondays express for a visit to her sister in Timaru. Mr S. Watson, who returned homo from England a while ago, has gone north to start on the land Mi"a Vigner gave a- dance to her pupils lest week in Ashley's Hall. She invited her fox-trot class to join, and all had a most enjoyable evening. Some present were Misses Campbell, St.. George, Muir, Logan, Semon, Stout, Collins, Strettle, Greig, Guthrie, Broughton, Hogg, Croft, Bews, Messrs Gilmour, Broughton, Irwin. St. George, Mitchell, Hobbs, Williams, Dundas, Morrah, Wilson, Wilde, Hinton, Bell, Dale, Douglas, etc. Mrs Morrah has returned horn© from her visit to Queenstown. ,•..«.., Mrs' J. G. Maodonald gave a very delightful little dance at her residence in Don street. Besides Dr and Mrs Maodonald there were present Mr and Mrs. Hall-Jones, Dr and Mis Gar. Crawford, Mr and Misa Treddell, Miss Hogg, Mr and Mrs Lean, Mr and Mrs Haggitt, Miss H. Macdonald, Mr Douglas, Mr Royas Mr and Miss Tucker, etc. Mrs'W. Quinn left for Dunedin on Monday for a short holiday. Miss Rodger is paying a visit to Mrs Wade, Ness street. Mrs Dolamore (Gore) who has been visiting her sister, Mrs Clapcott, left for home Tuesday. The Pantomime "Goody Two Shoes was produced for two or three nights hero to crowded house. Some present were Mr nnd Mrs Hasrgitt, Mr and Mrs W. Quinn, Mr and Mrs Hobbs, Mr and Mrs D. Gilmour, Mr and Mrs R. Gilmour, Mr and Mrs O'Biorne, Dr and Mrs Ewart, Mr and Mrs E. Russell, Mr and Mrs Broderick, Mr and Mrs D. Cullibertson, Mr and Mrs Webb, Misses H. Macdonald, Tucker, Bews, Broughton, St. George, Crofts, Seamore, Guthrie, Logan, Campbell, Louseley, Strettle, Stout, Moffett, Messrs Douglas, Dundas, Bell, Dale, Gallendar, St. George, Smith, Macalister, Ives, Irwin, Morrah, Guthrie. Sister Mcore ; just arrived from England, is giving very interesting lectures to mothers in the Y.M.C.A. Hall. The lecture was aided by practical demonstrations. OAMARU, November 7. Mrs J. A. Sutton gave a very enjoyable little dance for young people at her residence, Tees street, last Friday evening. The weather was very unfavourable "for the Waitaki Boys' High School sports, which took place on the school grounds on Thursday. But the grounds being sheltered, the onlookers did not find it unpleasant. In the evening a large number of parents and friends of the boys' were entertained at the school. The first, part of the programme consisted of musical items. The second half was an athletic display, in the quadrangje, which attracted a large number of spectators. In th*? art studio was an excellent display of drawings by the boys. What with chemical experiments, etc., there was something to inteiest everyone. Later in the evening the gymnasium was cleared, and dancing indulged in by. the younger guests. Mrs and Miss Ward, who were tho guests of Mrs Humphries, havo returned to Dunedin. Miss Keddie has returned from Timaru. Miss Robinson is visiting Waimate. Miss Scherek (Dunedin), who was the guest of the Misses Piper, has returned home.

TIHARIT, November 6. Miss Wigley (Park lane) is at present in Wellington. Mrs Howley (Sarah street) 13 spending some weeks at Palmerston North. Mr and Mrs Rawnsley (Ravenslawe) are in Christchurch for a fortnight. Miss Orbell (The Levels) returned this week froni England, where she has been doing war work. Mr and Mrs Innea, who were at the Hydro, have returned to Haldon. Mrs H. Reeves (Christchurch) is staying with Mrs Gresson, Selwyn street. Miss Gossett (Christchurch) is staying with ■Mrs Giles, Otiritiri Miss S. Johnstone (North Canterbury) is staying with Mra Palmer Chapman, Kingsdown.

Miss Hargreaves (Oamaru) is the guest oi Mrs Hope. Tuinanoka. Miss Hislop (Geraldine) is- the guest of Mrs Cartwright, Highficld. Mrs Collie and the Misses Collie (3) and Mrs Fraser (Dunedin) have roturned homo after spending- a short holiday here. CHRISTCHURCH, November 6. Mrs Macbeth gave an afternoon tea last week as a farewell to Mrs Egerton Redd, who is returning to her home in the eouth shortly, after spending' several months- In Christchurch. Among the guests were Mrs Andrew Anderson, lira Morton Ollrvcr, Mrs Ferrar, Mrs S. G. Raymond, Miss Haargieaves, and Mien Thompson. Another afternoon tea party was given on Wednesday by Miss Dorothy Humphries, Fendalton, in honour of Miss Helen M'Hwraith. Among those present woro the Hon. Eileen Plunket, Miss Sylvia Fox, Miss Nancy Thompson, Miss Ella Helmore, Miss Rata Gibson, and Miss Betty Cotterill. A very delightful exhibition of plain and; fancy dancing was given at To "Wharo on Thursday evening by Miss Cox's pupils. Children of all ages took part, from tiny little tots of four or five upwards, and they quite charmed the onlookers with their dninty movements. Some of the little fancy frocks worn were very pretty and most effective. Among the large number of parents and friends present were Dr and Mrs Aoland, Mr and Mrs. Cyril Ward, Mr and Mrs J. Vernon, Dr and Mrs F. A'Court, Mr and Mrs W. Clark, Mr and Mrs A. Firth, Mr and Mrs G. Merton, Dr and Mrs Molineaux, Mrs G. Gerard, Mrs Morton Anderson, Mr» T. Gibson, Mrs John Stevenson, Mrs Overten, Mrs F. Robinson, Misses Robinson, Mrs Prins, Misses Prins, Mrs Marshall, Mri Ne-ave, Mrs Macdonald.

Mrs Leonard Clark and Mrs Andrew Anderson were hostesses at small tennis parties on Friday afternoon. Mrs Edmonds, Miss C. Edniohds, and Mr J. Edmonds (Dunedin) are staying' at -the United Service for the races.

I>ady Fenwick and Mrs Hazlett (Dunedin) havo gone up to Ennmer after a short stay in Christchurch. Mr and Mrs A. E. G. Rliodes have taken Mr lan. Buchanan's house in Rossall street ■while Mr and the Hon. Mrs Tahu Rhodes are living l at Te Koraha.

L-ady Clifford and Miss Molly Clifford returned to Christchurch on Thursday after a visit to the North Island. Mr and Mrs Beckett and the Misses Beckett (Sumner) have moved into their now: homo on Papanui road. Miss Dorothy Anderson has returned from, a trip to the North Island, where she has been playing in several golf tournaments. She was winner of the Herotounga .Championship and runner-up at Hamilton.'. Miss Mancy Thompson (Ceroldine) is the guest of Miss Sylvia Pox. Mr and Mrs S. G. Raymond and Miss Maureen Raymond, Heater, street, are staying at the United .Service until they leave for a trip abroad, and the Hon. Charles Lcuisson and Mrs Louisson have gone into their house. Miss Jearl Bwvden and Miss Mary Maodonald, who have been staying in Tirnaru, returned on Saturday.

Mrs Hugh Reeves is visiting her sister, Mrs C. H. Gresson, Tirnaru. Mrs J. Gillon (Wellington) is staying with Miss Lichfield 1 , Andover street. Mr and Mrs Gage Williams (Auckland) and Miss l Una Rattray (Dunedin) are* th» guests of Mrs George Helmore for : the Cup meeting. Miss Hope "Wood (Avoneide) entertained ft number of her friends to a delightful little tea party on Tuesday afternoon. The guests included Misses Cracroft-Wilson (2), K. Lame, H. Gould, B. Wood, J. Bowdon, D. Pratt, B. Cotterill, G. Moore, R. Gibson, M. Maodorald, S. Fox, E. Tcschemaker, and B. Helmore. BLENHEIM, November «. A dainty tea was provided at the Marlborough Lawn Tennis Grouml.3 last Saturday afternoon by Mrs and Miss Marie Lightfoot. Some of those present were Mcsdames Andrew, Murray- (Hillereden), Rolling, Orr, Huddleston, White, Grace, Bastings, Wiffen. (2), Mowat, Larubie, Misses T. Townshend, I. Coull, Neville, Wolferstan, Jenkina, Clouston, Mowat, Barnett, Murphy, Do Castro, Messrs Thompson, Ness, Wiffen (-2), L. Griffiths, M'Callum (2), Relling, Dr Bennett, etc. Mr and Mrs C. Mills have gone to Christchurch for Carnival Week. Mrs L. Griffiths is visiting ChriatchuToh. Mrs Selvvyn-Chambers (Hawke's Bay) arid Mrs L. Mowat have motored to Christchurcli for Carnival Week. ''/■:' Mks Vavasour is visiting Wellington. Miss Chaytor (Marshlands) has gone across to Wellington for a short holiday. Miss Tripe who has been, the guest of the Misses Chaytor at Marshlands, has -returned to Wellington. Mrs D. Lester has returned from a trip to the North Island. _ # Mrs Mason has returned from a short visit to Wellington. Mrs J. White has returned from WeJlinarton Mr and Mrs T. Renwick (Dumgrce) have returned from visiting Nelson. Miss Baillie (Gisbomc) is the guest of Mrs A. Nathan at Eltham Lodge. Mrs B.' J. Harvey has returned from a short visit to Wellington, having gone across to meet her husband, just back from Honolulu. GRETMOUTH, November 5. Mr and Mrs J. Morgan left last Thursday to spend a holiday at New Brighton, where they have taken a house. We hope they will both be benefited in health by tho change. ■ Mr and Mrs Cooke left for Christchurch last week, Mr Cooke being on annual leave. Mr A. E. Bretherton, inspector of Publio Trust Office, :'s relieving Mr Cooke. Mrs J. C. Gittos is visiting her eister, Miss Muff, in Christchurcli. Miss Scully, of the Telephone Department, arrived by last night's Otira express, and is staying at Revington's Hotel. Mr and Mrs Mullan (of Westport) aro stayins; at Revingtcn's Hotel. Mrs Dr Monso?i (Westport) is a guest at Revington's Hotel. Mr Gordon Brebnei, of tho Bank of New Zealand staff, has received notice of his transfer to Oamaru. Tho Trinity Debating Club will be sorry to lose him, as he was one of their most promising members, being a winner at the Competitions recently held in Greymouth. Mr Mervyn Smith, recently returned from active service, has Tesumed his position in the local branch of tho Bonk of New Zealand. Mr J. Aitken, ledgerkcepor in the Hokitiks branch of the Bank of New Zealand, has been transferred to Greymouth. Warrant Officer W. A. Ring, who left with the Sixth Reinforcement, returned from actct* service last week. Mr Ring, who hod

jone to Wellington to meet his son, accompanied him on his return.

Mr and Mrs T. Wickes, along with several other sport 3, left yesterday to attend tho Christchurch races.

WELLINGTON, November 7.

An interesting visitor to Wellington at present is Miss Louise Mack. (Mrs Creed), who is giving lectures on her experiences as a war correspondent. Mis»» Mack baa a vivid personality, and has met so many interesting people that a conversation with her is like a tour among well-known places and personalities. Mrs Creed is related on her husband's side to Mr Prendergast Knight and Mr Henry Hall, of Wellington, and on Tuesday afternoon Mrs Hall gave an "At heme" to meet Mrs Creed. There were a largo number present, including Mrs W. F. Massey (who has recovered from her recent illness), Lady Ward, Mrs Sprott (wife of the Bishop), the Mayoress (Mrs J. P. Luke), Mrs F. Chapman, and other well-known people who were introduced to the distinguished visitor and enjoyed a few moments' conversation with her. Louise Mack was V.A.L\ as well as war correspondent, and she wore her uniform on this occasion. Mrs Hall VWaa in navy blue charmeuse embroidered in self-colour and finished with fringe. On Thursday Louise Mack was the guest of honour at the Pioneer Club, and members had the privilege of meeting her. Lady Findlay and Mrs A. B. Atkinson received in the absence of the president (Lady Stout), and Mrs Atkinson formally welcomed Miss Maok, who said a few words 1 to the members on how she became a war correspondent. Mrs J. P. Luke thanked Miss Mack, and also Bai.i a few words of welcome. Afterwards tea was served in the clubroom.

Sir Robert and Lady Stout have loft for • holiday in Botorua. On Monday Lady Stotit gave an afternoon •©a for Miss* Louie Halso, who is to be

married to Mr Burdekin, of Nelson,. very soon. It was a "shower" tea, and the bride elect received some really beautiful gifts, and even cheques were "showered" on her. The good wishes expressed were particularly hearty, for Miss Halse is a great favourite, and her friends are very pleased at her engagement.

Lady Stout was a.lso hostess at a shower tea for Miss Lydia Field on Friday last, and again the bride to be had a number of dainty aifd pretty gifts from her friends. The parcels were kept unopened, and a competition of guessing their contents was held, and won by Miss Molineaux. Mrs Wallace M'Konzie helped Lady Stout in looking after tho tea on both occasions, and the rooms .were. decorated with beautiful flowers, many of which had been sent to Lady Stout by Lady Liverpool from Government House.

The Amateur Operatic Society staged the "Mikado" on Saturday night. The staging and dressing are both quite exceptional, and great praise is given to Miss Helen Gard'ner, of Dimedin, who plays Yum Yum.. On Saturday afternoon last the Countess of Liverpool went to Heretaunga and presented the trophies won during the week of the Provincial Ladies' iournament. Mrs Marchbanks and Lady Ward (wife of the piesident) received her Excellency. The tournament was conducted in beautiful weather, and has been most enjoyable. The winner, Miss Anderson, is a Christchuroh player, and she beat Miss Tweed, of Wellington. On the last occasion this was played (which was before the war) the positions wore reversed, and Miss Lucy Brandon, of this city, beat Miss Wood, of Christchurch. Among those who were present on Saturday was Miss Rattray, of Dunedin, president of the Ladies' Golf Union.

The House rose on Wednesday night, and members and their wives are hurrying away to their own constituencies. Sir John and Lady Sinclair left early in the week for Dun-

i odin. Dr and Mrs Thacker left for Christ- ' church, on Wednesday night. } Mr and Mrs A.. E. Pearce .and Miss Pearce \ aro returning by the Arawa, arriving - in ■ Auckland this month. Miss Pearce's marriage to Colonel D. Stout will take' place befcre the end of the year.

I WANGANUI, November 4, 1 The Wanganui Tennis Club opsned its season on Saturday, Mrs Colin Hutton being hostess to a dainty afternoon tea. Among those present were Mesdames Hutton, Robertson, Latter, Patrick, Marshall, ' Eiarle, Christie, Wilson, Izett, Reeve, Gifford, Marshall, Misses Montgomerie-Moore, Mary Millward, Doris Powell, 'Susie Lance, Addenbrooke (2), Pearce (2), Phyllis Harden, S. Bates, Darley, Koch, and Wilson.

5 Mrs Pa.ttle-Izett gave a small tea in hon- . our of Miss McDonald (England). Among 1 ' those present were Mesdames Gifford, Marshall, Vermeil (Oamaru), Anderson, Chas. Powell, Peel. Mis pes Cowper, Brewer, Marshall, and M'Donald. Miss Nixon was hostess to a fox-trot party during the week. Present were Mesdames Nixon, B'arle, Inn Johnstone (Waverly), Hazell, Christie, Misses Nixon (2), Cameron, Lance, Messrs Medhurst, lan Johnstone, Bridgeman, D'Arcy, M'Kenzie, and J. Nixon. Mrs Vermeil (Oamaru) is the guest of Mrs John Ballance. Mr and Mrs i J. Craig have returned after some months in Vancouver. Miss Gladys Anderson is visiting Wellington. Miss Lance has returned from the country. Mrs H. G. Brodie (Hawera) spent a few days in town. Mrs Frank Moore is visiting Christchurch. Mrs Mason was hostess to a email tea for Mrs Vennell (Oamaru). Dr and Mrs Whittiker (Palmerston North) were in town for the week-end. Mrs Gifford Marshall is away in Wellington. AUCKLAND, November 1. After an absence of several 3'ears. spent in study in England, and in Paris under Madame Albaui, Miss Stella M'Lean, the popular singer, has again appeared before an Auckland audience. The concert chamber of the Town Hall was well filled for the occasion, and the audience were treated to a varied and artistic rendering of many old favourites. Miss Madge M'Lean, who also has been studying hard, acted as accompanist. Amongst the audience were Mrs M'Lean and Miss Mary M'Lean, Mrs and Mis.} Freda" Hellabv, Mrs and the Misse3 o]iphant (2), Mrs and Misses M'Kail Geddes (2:. Mrs ar-.d Miss Gordon, Mrs and Miss Marriner, Mrs Arthur Myers, Mrs Coleman, and Mr and Mra Roger Fenton. Mrs Colter gave a charming dance at Oaklands, Remuera, her married daughters, Mrs Nam (who was wearing a pretty black frock) and Mrs Edward Dargaville (in black

georgette with finishing touches of blue), ably assisting to entertain , the guests. Amongst, others present were Mrs Buckleton, Mi- and Mrs Harry Mowbray, Mr and Mrs Sidney Thome George, Mr and Mrs Humphrey Clark, Miss Nancy Hanna, Mr and Mrs Arthur Rhind, the Misses Kathleen and Una Holmes, Miss Dorothy Gordon, the Misses Sybil and Muriel Payton, Miss Una Buddie, Miss Overton Smith, '. ho Misses Rathbone (2), and Mliss Phyllis Bicomfield, etc.

Miss May Ridings (Remuera) gave a tea party for her cousin, Miss Corinn© Ogston, Dunedin, who is visiting Auckland. Some of those present were Miss Phyllis Lindsay, Mrs Kebbell Archer, Miss Jauie Williams, Miss Reid (Timaru), Miss Dorothy Morton, and Miss Enid UpfilL Mis King and her sister, Miss Mabel Hopkins, .also gave a tea party during the past week, the guests including- Miss Marjorie Thomas, Miss F. Abbott, Miss Eileen Buckleton, Miss Rita Ashton, Miss Cecil Lamer, Miss Janie Oliphant, and Miss Devore.

Mrs E. D. O'Rorke and jfarnily have arrived from England, and are" making a short stay at Cargen, after which the party travel south. Mr and Mrs M. Cohen (Palmerston North) are staying at the Grand, having arrived in order to meet their son, Dr Louis Cohen, who is returning from England after an absence of many years. Miss Ruby Coleman is visiting relatives in Gisborne. Captain Noel Pharazyn and his sister, Miss E. Pharazyn (Wellington) are staying at the Grand. Novembsr 5. The marriage of Miss Merle Pollen, only child of Mr and Mrs Charles Pollen, of St. Stephen's avenue, Parnell, to Mr Alfred John Price, son of the late Mr A. H. Price and Mrs Price, Havelock Noith, was celebrated at St. Mary's Cathedral on Thursday afternoon of last week. A profusion of manuka- in flower, pink and white stocks, and Toses were used for the decorations, while in the archway was a large floral weddingbell. The ceremony was performed by Archdeacon Macmurray, and Dr Thomas presided at the organ. The bride looked very charming in her gown of white* taffetas, embroidered in a design of tiger lilies in silk and silver thread. The foot of the skirt was held in with elastic, and the hem finished with a headed fringe; from the shoulders was draped a train of lovely' old lace lined with sl:ell-pink ninon; wieath of orange blossoms ani tulle veil were also worn. The bridesmaids—Miss May Eathbone, Miss Sydney Lusk, and Miss St. Hill (Ha-,vke's Bay) were alike in frocks of pale primrose taffeta, and wide sashes of a lovely shade of jade green, and large hats trimmed with flat feathers in palo primrose and jade green ribbon velvet' streamers. Bouquets of shaded- yellow flowers and jade green neckleta (the gift of the bridegroom) were also worn. The bride-

groom was attended by Mr Gordon Lyons, Mr Donnelly, and Mr Macky. After the ceremony a reception was hold by Hi© bride's parents at Manganui, the residence of Mrs Rathbono (cunt of the bride). The Italian band played cheerful music from outside in the grounds during the reception. When the bride went away she was wearing a coat and skirt of putty-coloured silk poplin and smtui black hat, with flowers in a like f,h>-de. The guests were received by Mr and Mrs Pollen, the latter wearing a smait fr«/ck of black crepe de chine, finished vitn black fringe, and toque of violet; Mrs RttUibone (aunt of th/3 bride,) black georgette, handsomely embroidei.ed, and small black hat; Mrs B. B. Lusk, mole-coloured taffeta with finthings of Oriental embroidery, and black hat; Miss Alice Lusk, mole charmeuse, with heavy silk fringe and embroideries, and black hat; Miss Olive Lusk, -=ax3-bluc charmeuse, with black silk fringe and femnrt black hat; JYhs3 Freda Rathbono, jade green georgette with embroideries, and large jade green hat. Amongst the guests were Mrs C. V. Houghton, Mrs Archie Clark, Mrs Howard Richmciid, Mr and Mrs Edward Anderson, Mr and Mrs Ernest Bloomfield, Mrs Col'oeck, Mr and Mrs Sidney Thome George, Miss Una Buddie, and Mrs E. Horton, etc. The next bride will ba Miss Una Holmes, and during the past week lea parties in her lionour have been given by Miss Mamie -Huckleton (Remuera), Miss Nancy Hanna (Victoria avenue), and Miss Ailsa Brown (St. btephen s avenue). Mrs E. D O'Rorke, with two of her sons and her only daughter (who, by tne way, is now grown up, and was presented at Court last season), have left for the south after a short stay in Auckland. Mr and Mrs Harry M'Cosh Clark and family have returned to Auckland after a stay of several years in London. Miss Ida Coleridge (Wellington) is at present in Auckland.