THE LADIES' PAGE

Otago Witness, Issue 3859, 28 February 1928, Page 63

THE LADIES' PAGE

BY

Esther

TABLE TALK.

Monday. A large number of social functions have been given during the week for Mrs Willie Sargood, of Melbourne, some taking the form of morning teas and bridge parties.

On Monday evening Miss Sise invited guests to bridge in honour oi Mrs Willie Sargood at her residence, Queen street, when an enjoyable time was spent.

Mrs Gallaway invited a few friends to afternoon tea on Wednesday afternoon at the tea rooms, Sandymount, when several guests motored out and spent a pleasant time, the guest of honour being Mrs W. Sargood.

On Wednesday morning Miss Ulrich invited friends to her residence in Cumberland street, to morning tea to meet Mrs Sargood.

The Horticultural Society held its autumn flower show in the Early Settlers’ Hall on Wednesday afternoon, when there was a splendid’attendance. Masses of gladioli were exhibited all round the room, and excellent blooms of many new varieties were shown, some being of quite new colourings. A wonderful display of fiowers of the Phmnix Company’s was shown to great advantage by its background of a rich black velvet curtain, which threw the colours of the flowers out most exquisitely. Asters of many varieties and colourings were to be seen down the centre, whilst some very fine blooms of sweet peas caught the eye of everybody. The table decorations were very artistic, and one of deep orange Montbretia and maidenhair fern was very light and pretty, also one of orange marigolds with yellow Moutbretia, whilst a scarlet geranium one was distinctly brilliant. Many beautiful bowls and baSkets there were, all so artistic that it must have been a distinctly difficult task for the judge to place them in order of merit. Congratulations go out to the society.

Miss Betty Reeves was a hostess at a small dance on Friday evening at her homein Park street in honour of Miss M. Macassey (Wellington), when an enjoyable time was spent amongst the young folk.

A number of parties have been given during this week and last week in honour of Mrs Arthur Barnett. Miss L’nda Barnett, and Mrs Robert Hudson, all of whom left on Friday morning for an extended trip to England and many foreign countries. A large circle of friends was at the Railway Station, with good wishes for a very happy and successful trip.

Mrs James Hutchison entertained friends at bridge at the Otago Women's Club on Wednesday in honour of Mrs Roland Fulton, who is leaving very shortly for England. Amongst those present were Mesdames Ramsay, Marshall Macdonald, Hilton, de Clive Lowe, Barron, Halsted, Leslie Mills, Lough, G. Gallaway, Evans, Phillips, and Brewer, Misses Cook and Wilkin.

Mrs Leslie Mills invited a number of guests to a dinner party at her residence, “ Piccadilly,” when a most enjoyable time was spent after dinner in dancing and playing pingpong. Some present were Mr and Mrs T. Bridgeman. Mr and Mrs Guy Sinclair, Mr and Mrs D. Reid, Misses Reid, Milne, Acton Adams, Clapperton, L. Williams, Reeves, Finch, Johnstone (Timaru), Hartmann (2), and M. Thompson, officers of H.M.S. Laburnum, Messrs Sinclair, Holland, Vallange, Edmond, Gore. Wilson, Hislop, and Laidlaw, and Dr Gcerin.

On Thursday afternoon Mrs E. Halsted gave a large bridge party at the Otago Women’s Club, when bridge was played in two rooms. Mrs Halsted received her guests in the bridge room, and was gowned in smart cinnamon brown, with a small closefitting hat of the same colour. Guests present were Mesdames James Friedlander (Auckland), Maurice Myers (Wellington), Brewer, Cameron, Haggitt, Duncan, Bundle, Wilson, Benjamin, Matheson, Finch, Hutchison, de Clive Lowe, Henderson, Cheeseman, Black, Scherek, Cotterill, Gallaway, Phillips, Oldham, Theomin, Lough, Bridgeman, Edmond, and Barclay, Misses Graham, Reynolds, Neill, and Finch.

A delightful farewell “at home ” was given by Mrs William Hudson and Mrs Ambrose Hudson at the Somerset Lounge for Mrs Robert Hudson and Mrs Arthur-Barnett. The room looked charming with its beautiful floral decorations. The hostesses received at the entrance. During the afternoon delightful music was enjoyed, supplied by Messrs Gordon and Beath. Songs were also rendered by Mrs Smeaton, Mrs F. Anderson, Mrs Allan Gray, and Mrs Wilson, and much appreciated by the guests present. Delicious afternoon tea, cakes, and ices were enjoyed at small tables. Amongst the guests present were Mesdames Hudson, sen., L. Hudson, Graham, Jacobs, Gamble, Smellie, Barnett, Hanlon, Finlayson, Oram, Chance, Watson, Hislop, Robertson, Logan, Elsoin, Timson, Matheson, Smith, and Gray, Misses Reid, Greenslade, Curline, Timson, etc.

Mrs Marshall Macdonald gave a small luncheon party at the Otago Women's Club in honour of Miss Linda Barnett. Other guests present were Misses P. Cheeseman, L. Williams, Feichley, Clark, Campbell, Nicol, etc.

On Wednesday Mrs Eustace Macassey gave a morning tea party at the Tudor Hall in honour of Miss Molly Macassey (Wellington) and Miss Muriel Frazer. Present were Misses Haggitt, Neville, I. Hart, Flach, B. Reeves, and Roberts.

On Friday Mrs E. Theomin entertained the three 'musicians —Messrs Leo, Jan, and Mischel. Cherniavsky—at a luncheon party.

The St. Clair Ladies’ Golf Club opened Its season in beautiful weather on Monday, when a large attendance of members was present. Medal matches and putting competitions were played throughout the day. Mrs T. K. Sidey (president) welcomed the members in a few well-chosen remarks, and wished the club all success for the forthcoming season. Later in the day a motion of appreciation for the work done by Mrs J. Kilpatrick. -the late secretary, who has gone to Oamaru, was passed. Delicious afternoontea was provided by the club.

On Friday afternoon Mrs M’Kellar gave a most enjoyable “ at home ” at her residence, Pitt street, in honour of Mrs Willie Sargood and Mrs Barclay (Australia). The hostess received in the drawing room, and was gowned in a charming black chiffon velvet

robe. Delicious tea and dainties were muck enjoyed in the dining room, where the table was artistically arranged with crystal vases filled with deep pink sweet peas and gypsophila. Mrs Sargood. was attired in a navy gown, with hat to match, and Mrs Barclay in fawn, with a hat of the same colour. Others present were Mesdames Ramsay, E; L. Macassey, Oldham, Macassey, Finch, P. Barr, Laidlaw, J. Sinclair, Hazlett, Cogan; Cotterill, L. Wilson, and Matheson, Misses Shand (2), Graham (2), Webster, Macassey, Sise, Farquhar, and Ramsay.

On Tuesday evening Mrs V. Jacobs gave a dinner party in honour of Mr and Mrs Robert Hudson and Mr and Mrs Arthur Barnett at the Carlton Hotel.

Mrs M. Cameron gave a morning tea party at her residence, Driver's road, as a farewell to Miss B. Croft, who is leaving for England on Monday. The guests present included Mrs Hay, Mieses M. Reid, B. Reid, Mallard, Spedding, etc.

Mrs Roland Fulton was the guest of honour at a bridge party given by Mrs Lough at the Otago Women’s Club on Mondav afternoon. There were Mesdames Hartv Phillips, Barron, Hudson, Hutchison, Hanlon, Smeaton, Halsted, Bundle, Hislop (Auckland), and Fotheringham, Misses Horton (Blenheim) and Wilkin.

. 9? Tuesday Mr and Mrs Jeffrey Barnett invited guests to a dinner partv given in honour of Miss Linda Barnett. The guests ■present were Mr and Mrs Allan Gray, Miss B. Oram, Miss J. Watt, Mr J. Gilkison, Mr G. Buck, and Mr D. Smith.

A delightful afternoon ”at home ” was given by Mrs Burnside at her residence, St. Clair, on Tuesday afternoon. There were present Mesdames Dunlop, Fisher T K Sidey, Lawson, Crawshaw, Stephenson, E. l’ Macassey, Thompson, M’Arthur, Martin Fitchett Cailis, and Black, Misses Cutten, Jones, and Henry. ■

On Thursday evening Miss Lily Holmes gave a bri.jge party at her residence; Union street.

The fete in connection with the Free Kindergarten, which was held on Saturday afternoon, proved a huge success. The weather was all that could be desired. and the lovelygarden and grounds of Mr Solomon’s, where Were seen to great advantage m the brilliancy of sunshine. Sir Charles S.atham opened the fete. There were many forms of attractions, the tea tent and ice tent be ng well patronised, also the sweets, fiow-er and produce stalls. The baby showheld during the afternoon was the cause of much interest, whilst a fortune-teller had a queue waiting all the time. The band played delightfully, and judging by the large attendance present the kindergarten should benefit very considerably, thanks to all those who contributed and gave their able assistance.

A small bridge party was given by Miss M. Stephenson at her home in St. Clair for Miss M. Macassey (Wellington). Present were Mrs Maurice Myers (Wellington). Misses N Barr, Haggitt. J. Halsted, M. Haisted, and - M. Fraser (Wellington).

Mrs A. Emellie gave a farewell tea party at her residence, “ Irmo," Green Island, in honour of Mrs Arthur Barnett and Mrs Robert Hudson, when a delightful time was spent. Amongst the guests present were Mesdames W. Hudson, A. Hudson, Smith, V Jacobs, C. Graham, R. Hudson, and Elson? (Christchurch).

The seventh annual croquet championship tournament was opened at the Punga lawns Mrs Bridgeman (the president), in a few well-chosen words, welcomed all present, rhere were competitors from invercargilL Balclutha, Christchurch, and Oamaru.

Mrs Harman Reeves and Mrs Carney (Christchurch) motored through to Queenstown during the week.

Mrs C. Rattray, Mrs Frank Fitchett, and Miss Gwen Gallaway left by motor on Friday for the Franz Josef Glacier.

Mrs J. F. Reid, who has been the guest of the Misses M’Lean, Elder street returned to Oamaru on Wednesday.

xr wn- ERCARGILL, February 25. Mrs William Cunn ughani, of Oxford, Canterbury, with her small daughter, is at present staying in Invercargill. Miss Doreen Tennent, of Napier, who has been visiting Invercargill, is at present eu ro .te home.

Mrs and Miss Gabites, of Hawera, who have been the guests of Mrs F. Tucker of Gala street, have returned home. Mrs Trelcaven, of Christchurch, vas the guest of Mrs C. B. Snow, of Yarrow street on her return from Stewart Island. Oii Frida, she left for the Lakes.

Mrs R. B. Caws, of England, a former resident of Invercargill, is at present visiting friends here.

Mrs W. F. and Miss Witchel, of Dunedin, are the guests of Mrs Mervyn Mitchel, of Dunedin.

Mr and Mrs G. St. V. Kcddcll are the guests of Mr and Mrs W. Scaife at Olcndhti Station, en route from Queenstown. The engagement is announced of Bessie, younger daughter of Mr and Mrs G. 8 Edie, of Birchwood Station. Southland, to Robert Waddell Muirhead, of the National Bank of New Zealand, Tuatapere, and son of Mr and Mrs R. Muirhead, of Mosgiel. Amongst those who have returned from Sanders Cup Week at Stewart Island were: Mesdames W, S. Todd, A. B. Moffett, G. I. Moffett, 11. B. Farnall, Horace Macalister, Alan Macalister, J. T. Bain, W. A. Oliver, and W. G. Tait; Misses M. Todd. V, Bews, E. Moffett, E. Oliver, M. Pears (Etavale),a. d Brodrlck ; Mr and Mrs C. G. Smith, Mr and Mrs Harland and son (Dunedin), Mr arid Mrs T. Anderson (Port Chalmers), Dr and Mrs Torrance, Mrs G. R. Waddell, Mr and Mrs Mabson. Mr and Mrs H. F. R. Miller, and Mr and Mrs W. H. Johnston (all of Bluff).

A delightful afternoon was spent at the Southland Women's Club on Friday, when Madame Gitta Alpar was the guest of members of the Music Circle. Large bowls of pink, blue, and lavender larkspur made the reception room particularly attractive. Miss Crofts introduced Madame Gitta Alpar, explaining the object of her visit to Invercargill. She then read two letters of introduction, one from Sir Robert Stout and one from the Mayor of Wellington. Musical people all through New Zealand had willingly assisted Madame, Miss Crofts added, and the people of Invercargill were doing their best in the very short time at their disposal. Madame Alpar. in her charming, broken English, then spoke of the very great

kindness she. had received from all New Zealand. She hg.d found so many good hearts, accomplished artists, and wonderful accompanists. She explained a little of the folk music of Hungary, drawing a charming picture of her native land with its cot-

tages and bright gardens. At the gate of each cottage was a desk where little folk, boys and girls, played, danced, and sang. Madame Gitta Alpar never sings in private houses, but yielded to the wishes of the members of the Music Circle, and sang two Hungarian felk songs, with a vivacity and charm which delighted everyone. Mrs A. E. H. Bath played the accompaniments. On Thursday evening of last week, Mr gnd Mrs G. S. Edie, of Birchwood Station, Southland, entertained a large number of friends at a dance to celebrate the coming ȣ age of their daughter, Bessie. The wool-

shed, where the dance was held, was quite transformed for the occasion, being decorated with palms, white, pink, and heliotrope streamers. Coloured balloons and Japanese lanterns gave it quite a festive air. One corner was arranged as a drawing room, while at the other end the supper tables were concealed by curtains until later in the evening. Mr and Mrs Edie and their daughter received their guests, Mrs Edie wearing a black georgette frock hand-worked in Oriental colours, and Miss Edie lavender georgette patterned in sequins of a deeper tone. During the evening songs were rendered by Miss Edie. Mr Eric Williams (Dunedin), and Mr Watson (Winton). Oldfashioned dances war* included in the programme, and were especially enjoyed by the older guests. Those present were: Mr and Mrs Eric Edie. Miss Adams (Dunedin). Mr and Mrs C. Gardner (Clifden), Mr and Mrs Bruce. Mr and Mrs Langford, Mr and Mrs Morris, Mr and Mrs Porteous (Ohai), Mr and Mrs M'Gregor (Mount Linton), Mrs Tennent (Invercargill), Mr and Mrs Mazengarb, Mr and Mrs Curow, Mr and Mrs S. King (Tuatapere), Mr and Mrs Perrelle (Winton). Mr and Mrs R. Findlay (Taieri) ; Misses Harris, Hyde, Morrell. Glendlnning, Lawson, Hervey, D. Gillies (Dunedin), Gordon, Petchell, Berndston (Riverton), K. King (Invercargill), M'Quilkin (Ashburton), M'Gregor (Mount Linton), Porteous, Evans, Whitefield (Ohal), Hamilton (2). Curow, Gillies, Guthrie, Somerville (Tuatapere), and Gardner (2) (Clifden) ; Messrs O. Edie, Matheson. Perrelle, Watson, Lilico (Winton). Edie (2) (Thornbury), Williams, Hyde (Dunedin). Gardner (2). M'Laren (2), Gardiner (Clifden), Guthrie (2), Muirhead, Perry (Tuatapere). M'Donald. Mills, Keal, Templeton, S. Watson, Kelly (Ohai), Stringer, Cooke (Orawia), M'Gregor (Mount Linton). Irving. Williams (Otautau). Hazlett (Centre Hill), and Speight (Redcliff Station). A pretty wedding was solemnised at First Church on Thursday morning, February 23. when Mary, daughter of Mrs J. M'Lean, of Pine Bush, was married to Frank Charles, elder son of Mr and Mrs C. P. Johnson, of “ Grace Hill,” Mornington, Dunedin. The church was beautifully decorated .with mauve and pink flowers by friends of the bride. The Rev. J. L. Robinson officiated at the ceremony. The bride, who was given away by her brother, Mr James W. M'Lean. of Coronet Peak Station, Queenstown, wore a long-sleeved French model frock of white georgette charmingly beaded in silver. Her white tulle veil was beautifully embroidered and arranged with a cap and coronet of orange blossom. She wore silver shoes and stockings, and carried a bouquet of cream and pink flowers, looped with streamers of *■ cream ribbon. The two bridesmaids were Miss Georgina M'Lean. sister of the bride, and Miss Edith Johnson, sister of the bridegroom. They wore dainty twin frocks of almond green georgette, with tight-fitting bodices trimmed with rows of tucks and slightly-flared skirts with picoted hem lines. A mauve flower adorned the shoulder of each frock. Delightful poke bonnets of green georgette showed touches of silver.

Both wore silver shoes and stockings, and carried bouquets ,of pink and mauve flowers. Mr Harold Johnson, brother of the bridegroom, was best man, and Mr William M'Lean, brother of the bride, was groomsman. Early .in the afternoon the young couple left by motor on their honeymoon. The bride travelled in a coat of Prussian blue with collar and cuffs of grey Persian lamb, and small blue felt hat with ornamentations of Bteel. On their return Mr and Mrs Johnson will reside at Ben Lomond Station, Queenstown. OAMARU, February 24. Mrs Darling and Miss Darling have returned from a few weeks’ holiday at Lake Hawea, Mrs Cameron and Misses Cameron, of Papakaio, have returned from Dunedin. Mr and Mrs Grater, who have been visiting friends in Wellington, have returned te Oamaru. Mrs W. Mitchell, Wharfe street, is spending a few days in the country with Mr and Mrs Roy Mitohell. On Wednesday a most enjoyable impromptu dance was held in the Bungalow in honour of the Australian cricketers. Some present were Dr and Mrs SmithMorton, Mr and Mrs Fred. Jones, Dr and Mrs Alan Church, Mr and Mrs M Culloch, Mr and Mrs Maude, Misses Betty Sutton, Noeloen and Betty Reid. Tul Grave Loloa Swindley, Edith Hawat, Campbell, Alice Corson, Romans, Macpherson, and Audrey Kemp. Mrs Cuthbertson gave a very delightful danco on Wednesday in honour of Miss Brenda Cuthbertson. Several parties have been given, the guest of honour being Miss Rita Roxby. Hostesses have been Mrs M'Donall, a ” round ” afternoon ; Mrs Wright, a “work basket” afternoon ; and Miss Betty Reid, a “ gift ” afternoon ; and Miss Phyllis Tomlinson. WAIMATE, February 25. Mr an«l Mrs G. Springer, of Harris’ street are visiting North Canterbury. Mis E. B. Fraser, of Hanis street, has returned from Timaru. Mrs IT. Buddenklau, of “ Downlands,” has returned from Dunedin. I*. Beckett, of Dunedin, is visitin" M annate as the guest of Mrs T. S. Medlicott. Greylands.'’ Captain and Mrs G. Hennessey, of ” Garryowen ” Morven, have returned from Christchurch. : . vn< l Mrs Karl Dale have returned to Waimate aftdr spending a few davs in Timaru. Mrs H. C. Foster and Miss Valmai Foster are visiting Dunedin. In honour of her approaching marriage Miss M. Falloon, of Waihao Forks, was tendered an enjoyable afternoon at the vicara.ge. and made the recipient of a hat box - Those present were Mesdames Chard and Falloon, Misses Falloon, Wilson, Elderton, and Dugdale (2). The competition was won by Miss H. Dugdale. TIMARU, February 24. Commander and Mrs George Dennistoun, Mount Peel, are the guests, of Mr and Mrs Inr Robinson, of Marlborough Mrs George 'Wright, of Wellington, is the Euest of Mrs F. A. Raymond, Beverley road. Miss M. Moody, Te Weka street, left to-day on a two months’ visit to Christchurch, Weillngton, and Auckland. wnr r L Hazlett, who was with Mrs Wilfrid White, Summerhill, Levels, returned to Dunedin yesterday. The engagement Is announced of Albert John, second son of Mr and Mrs James Ellport, of Timaru, to Lilian Constance second daughter of Mr and Mrs W. H. Hartley, of Timaru. Mrs Herbert Le Cren has returned to Mornington after visits to Fairlie and Timaru. Mrs Ernest Howard, Park lane, who is spending a few’ weeks in Dunedin with Mrs Henry Reid, will return to Timaru” on Tuesday. Captain and Mrs Huyshe-Elliott, who were at the Bungalow, have returned to Roxburgh accompanied by Nurse Mee. ‘ Mr and Mrs George Gould, of Christchurch, who were at the Hermitage, are spending the week-end in Timaru.

Mitra Ell* Tripp, Orari Gorge, who arrived from England last week and weut on to Napier, has now returned south. Mr and Mri J. Radoliffe, of Timaru, left Jr.it week for England. Mise Margaret Tripp and Miss Rosa Tripp, Wai-lti read, are en a visit te their brother, Mr Charles Tripp, of Gere. Mtb Donald Macfarlane and Miss Peggy Macfarlano, ef Sydney, former residents of Timaru, are the guests of Mr» Simon Mackenzie, Otumarama. The engagement is announced of «Mervyn, youngest son of the Rev. A. C. and Mrs Lawry, et Timaru, to Eleanor, youngest daughter of Mrs Willcox and the late J. F. Willcox, of Christchurch. Mrs St. Jeha Buckley, of England, who was with Mrs R. H. Rhodes, Carne, Sealey street, is now with Mrs J. C. Miller, Orari. Miss Betty Harper, of Waitawa, is with Miss Margaret Harper, White Clifts, North Canterbury. Mrs and Miss Elworthy, La Cren’s terrace, returned yesterday from a fortnight in Christchurch. Mr and Mrs Arthur O’Callaghan, Chalmers street, left yesterday for their future home in Rketahuna. Miss Mabel Falloon, who has been organist of the Waihao Downs Anglican Church for the past eight years, and who is to be married in the near future, was presented with a dinner wagon at a largely attended gathering held at the vicarage. The engagement is announced of Myrtle, youngest daughter of Mr and Mrs S. J.. Greene, of Timaru, and granddaughter of the late Captain Tall, R.N., to James Thomas, elder son of Mr and Mrs J. W. Chamberlain, of “ Crosshill,” Southburn. The engagement is announced between Mr Allan James Shackleton, elder son of Mr and Mrs G. J. Shackleton, of Waimate. and Miss Mildred Stokes, eldest daughter of Mr and Mrs P. Stokes, of Urmistou, Manchester. Mr Shackleton is a switch-gear engineer of the Metropolitan-Vlckers Electric Company, Manchester, and is chairman of the Metropolitan Vickers Overseas’ Association. ASHBURTON, February 25. Xiis-a Clark is the guest of Mrs Hart, of Wai-iti road, Timaru.Miss Joan Jennings has returned to Wei lington. Mr and Mrs A. Bushell have gone on a motoring trip to Lake Wan aka. Mr Christian and Miss Hilda Christian have left for Wellington, where Miss Quristian's wedding will take place. Mrs E. B. Newton and Miss Jean Newton have returned from Christchurch. Dr and Mrs Cooke, of Lincoln, have been staying at the month of the Rangitata, where Dr Cooke has enjoyed some fishing. Mrs T. Peltey is' the guest of Mrs C. W. Nicoll. of Grigg street. Miss D. Grigg, of Blenheim, was the guest of Mrs H. B. Naylor, of Cameron street, for a few days this week.

Mr Yonks, of Christchurch, is the guest of Mrs T. Thomas, of Peter street west. Dr G. J. S, Fisher, accompanied by Mrs Fisher, left on Friday to attend the medical conference in Hamilton.

CHRISTCHURCH, February 25. The Canterbury Jockey Club held its summer meeting on Saturday. For a race meeting it was an ideal day, and seldom has the gathering of feminity on the lawn looked more attractive. Amongst the smartest frocks were those of black lace and georgette, but there is no gainsaying the charm of the beige and biscuit-coloured frock In soft materials, while gaily patterned ninon and more serviceable crepe de chine give an Irresistibly festive air to their wearers. Wide hats were generally worn, and jaunty parasols and a great variety of smart bags added colour to the scene. Mrs George Gould, wife of the president, wore an elegant gown of vellum tinted georgette, embroidered lightly with beads, and mounted on a slip of black satin, banded with pervenche blue, and a wide black straw hat; Miss Gould wore an uncommon frock of sea-green georgette and lace, and a small straw hat of the same shade. Amongst others present were Lady Clifford, Lady Rhodes (with whom were Mrs Alister Clark, Melbourne, and General and Mrs Douglas, England), Mrs Joseph Studholme, Mrs C. G. Dalgetty, Mrs Deans, Mrs Vernon, Mrs Symes, Mrs J. Cracroft Wilson, Mrs G. L. Rutherford, Mrs D. W. Westenra, Miss Elworthy (Timaru), Lady Campbell, Miss Boyle, Mrs W. M'Rae, Mrs Arthur Chapman, Mrs A. Elworthy, Mrs J. Stevenson, Mrs A. M. Jameson, Mrs W. Bond, Mrs T. Y. Wardrop, Mrs T. Cowlishaw, Mrs Redmond Neill, Mrs Dampier-Crossley, Mrs Norton Francis, Mrs M. Gresson, Mrs H. D. Acland, Mrs Loulsson, Mrs F. G. Gibson, Mrs J. C. Miller, Mrs Paul Thomson, Mrs A. K. Firth, Mrs Arthur Grigg, Mrs J. Lawrence, Mrs V. Robinson, Mrs K. Archer, Miss Bromley Cocks, Mrs J. H. Hall, Mrs J. Woodhouse, Miss R. CracroftWllson, Miss Nancarrow, Mieses Enright, Misses Morkane, Mrs H. Barker, Mrs D. Gould, Mrs M. Deans, and the Misses Pinckney.

Mrs W. H. Symes, Worcester street. • who has been visiting Miss Gladys Sommerville in Welliugton, has returned to Christchurch. Miss Robinson, of Foxton, is the guest of her sister, Mrs A. E. Flower, Christ’s College. Miss Clem Ceates, of Greymouth, who has been staying with Mrs Fred. Anderson at Opawa, has returned to the West Coast. On Saturday night Mrs Wardrop and Miss Joan Lee were joint hostesses at a very enjoyable bridge party, given in honour of Mrs Tom Cowlishaw, who has just returned from England. Amongest the guests were Lady Campbell, Mesdames Nancarrow, J. Turnbull, C. Reid, H. Elworthy, C. J. Miller, Stevenson, Stevens (England), W. O. Campbell, Rich, Gibson, Jellet, J. Montgomery, J. Lawrence, J. Anderson, V. Robinson, b’. Acton-Adams, J. Hay, J. D. Hall, Kingscote. M'Hlwraith, and F. Cowlishaw, Misses R. Cracroft-Wiison, Bone, M. Cocks, Millais (Wellington), Loughnan, and Aitken.

The engagement Is announce! of Eleanor, youngest daughter of Mrs Willcox, of Christchurch, to Mervyn, youngest son cf the Rev. A. C. and Mrs Lawry, of Timaru. Also of Olga, younger daughter of Mrs and the late Joseph VZacked, of Chrlslchurch, to Cyril, elder son of Mr and Mrs John K Poulton, of Christchurch.

BLENHEIM, February 22. The visiting Wellington bowlers, representing no fewer than 10 of the clubs in the Wellington Centre, were the guests of the Blenheim and Riversdale Clubs on Saturday afternoon. The weather was ideal, and the Blenheim green was in excellent order, although one pr two of the rinks at Riversdale were somewhat on the rough side. Afternoon tea was dispensed at both clubs, and a large number of ladies were present. Some of those there were Mesdames C. Mills, Bull, G. Rudd, Girling, Whiteford, Thompson, Mogridge, Barlow (Morfinsville), Harvey, and Wibblin, Misses Mills (2), Neville, etc. Yesterday afternoon a pleasant little bridge party took place at the residence of Mrs A. Duncan, in Eltham road. A dainty afternoon tea was dispensed in the sitting room, and the prize was won by Miss Meikle (Lyttelton). Mrs Duncan wore a floral frock, and others present were Mesdames Young, Wilson (Wellington), C. Mills. G. Rudd, Harvey, P. Monro, J. Mills, Bastings, Leech, Rose, etc. The Misses Stevenson, of Christchurch, are visiting Mrs Stevenson in Monro street. Mrs B. A. Moore is visiting Dunedin, having taken her son to place him at school there. Mrs A. Macnab, who has been on a trip to England, has returned, and has taken up her residence at •' The Barton,”

Mrs Lindsay, who has been visiting her daughter, Mrs A. Adams, at “ Langley Dale,” has returned to Auckland. Mrs B. U. Barlow, of Morrinsville, who has been visiting Mr S. M. Neville at “ Thurston,” has returned. Miss V. Farmar is visiting relatives In Wellington. The engagement is announced of Miss Annie Rudd, fifth daughter of Mr J. Rudd, of Blenheim, to Mr A. Carey, manager of the Bank of New Zealand at Greymouth. WELLINGTON, February 24. A pleasant dance was given by Mr and Mrs Adam M’Kay to celebrate the coming of ago of their duaghter, Nora, the party being given at their own home. The grounds were lit up with coloured lanterns, and decorated with streamers, balloons, snowballs, and flowers, and novelty dances added much to the pleasure, of the evening. Mrs M’Kay received the guests wearing black georgette, with touches of coral pink. Mias Nora M’Kay was in pink georgette, with sequinned trimming. Among the guests wore Mieses Mollie M’Donald (Wanganui), Lexie M’Arthur (Dunedin), Molly le Quesne (Hastings), M. Wright. D. Hubbard, M. Hart, N. Laing, U. Boddington, V. Hubbard, D. Cameron, M. Barrer, A. Eton, M. Jackson, S. Barrer, and J. Drummond, Mesdann-s Vennell, M’Leod, Barrer, Wright, Reynolds', and a number of others. The Wellington Navy League gave a very successful reception on Wednesday evening in honour of the visiting delegates attend ing the League Conference, held in Wellington. The party was given at the Fioneer Club, the rooms being decorated with hydrangeas, asters, lilies, and roses. A bnei but most enjoyable programme was given bv Misses Buckmaster and Willcocks, and Messrs Wyllie and Hinge, Miss Hilda ChudIcy singing some songs and playing the accompaniments. Supper was served, and a number of the visitors were introduced to the members, a pleasant time being spent Sir Alexander a-nd Lady Roberts receiver’ the guests, who included Commander and Mrs Vaurien, Captain and Mrs Olphert, Miss Seymour (Picton), Mr and Mrs J. Darling, Mrs Larnach, Mrs W roughton (Auckland), Dr and -Mrs Adams, Mr and Mrs Armour, Mr and Mrs J. Studholme (Christchurch), Mrs and Miss Hewitt (Marton). Mr and Mrs W. G. Reid, Mrs Finch. Miss Hall, Miss Edwin, Mr and Mrs Strachan, Mis Harding (Petone), Mr Pollock (Napier), Ir Johnston (Wanganui), Mr J. C. Crawford, Miss Russell, Mrs W, Luke, Miss Shirtclirl, Mr and Mrs A. E. Brown, Mrs and Miss Rose, Mr and Mrs W. G. Reid, Mrs Howard Reid, Mies Sanders (Christchurch), MisGrieg, Mrs Pow, Mr and Mrs J. Findlay. Dr H. Bakewell, Mr Hollis, and a number of members of the girls’ branch of the league. Sir Alexander and Lady Roberts gave a delightful afternoon party to the delegates attending <he Navy League Conference on Thursday. The party began with a motor drive, starting from town, round the Queen’s Drive to Miramar, Seatoun, Rongotai, Lyall Bay, Island Bay, Brooklyn, to the Lower Hutt, where all drove to Sir Alexander Roberts’s residence. Lady Roberts received the guests, wearing deep blue georgette over white, and a hat to match. The beautiful garden was much admired the zinnias, asters, lilies, geraniums, and late roses bein-r in great profusion, while the fernery was very pleasant in the heat. Afternoon tei was set in the dining room, the table being decorated charmingly with pink shaded asters in a crvstal bowl, set under a shaded lamp. Ices followed the tea, and wore much

appreciated, and then the guests spent a pleasant time in the garden. Most of tba delegates left in the evening for their homes. Lady Pomara has returned to Wellington from the north. Mr and Mrs J. F. Studholme have arrived in Wellington from Christchurch. .„ Mr and Mrs de Gruchy have left for Sydney after a brief visit to Wellington. Mrs R. Tripe has returned from a visit to her daughter, Mrs L. C. Chaytcr, of Blenheim. Mrs Rex Hall-Davis has been the guest of her sister, Mrs Phil Nathan at Karori. Mrs J. M. Park, of Seatoun, has left tor a to Hastings. Mrs J. M'Combs has arrived in Wellington from Christchurch. Mrs Birmingham, of Honolulu, is the guest of her sister, Mrs Alex Young, of Hill street. Mis Melville Crombie and her family have returned to Wellington after spending the holidays at the seaside. Captain and Mrs Gage Williams and Miss P. Riddiford have returned from the south. Professor and Mrs Adamson have returned from a visit to Rotorua. Mrs J. M. Park, Seatoun has left for a visit to Melbourne. Miss Lucy Sandeij has arrived in Wellington to attend the Navy League Conference. Mr and Mrs Duncan M’Kay are motoring in the north. ° Mrs Percival Janies ha-s arrived in Wellington from' Auckland, and will join Sic George and Lady Fenwick in a trip to tho Franz Josef Glacier. Mr and Mrs A. D. Crawford, of Miraw.«r, are leaving by the Rotorua for a visit to England. Miss Taverner, of Bulls, is the guest of Mrs Moore, of Christchurch. Mrs Napier of Auckland, is the guest of Dr Platts Mills, of Karori, having been to Wellington to bid farewell to her sister, Mrs W. J. Grey, who is leaving for England and abroad. Mrs F. K. Hunt has returned to Auckland. after a visit to Invercargill. Mrs Boyd Wilson, of Kelburn, is a visitor of Otaki. Lieutenant-commander Lingard and Mrs Lingard are leaving for England in Aunl. Captain and Mrs \V. I. K. Jennings ‘and daughters have returned from a visit to England. Mrs Austin Henderson is the guest of Mrs Bnscke, ol Auckland. Mrs J. M. Park, of Seatoun, has left for i visit to Melbourne. Mrs David Hamilton has returned to Melbourne after a visit to her mother, Mrs W. G. Reid.

CARTERTON, February 24. The wedding took place at St. Joseph’s Church, Buckle street, Wellington, on Wednesday evening of Kathleen, elder daughter of Mrs K. Gawne, of Wellington, and George, youngest son of the late Mr and Mrs J. Scrimgeour, of Masterton. The ceremony was performed by the Rev. Father M'Crae. The best man was Mr T. Walker, and ths bridesmaid Miss Nance O’Connell. The “ Wedding March ” was played by Miss Eileen Dennehy. A reception was held at the Adelphi Cabaret. A very pretty wedding was solemnised at Knox Church, Masterton, on Wednesday last when Jessie Rosina, eldest daughter of Mr and Mrs A. M. Grimes, was married to Wilfred Lee, second son of Mrs Trevorrow and tho late Mr W. Lee, Hull, England. The Rev. John Davie performed the ceremony.

The bride was attended by six bridesmaids— Misses Winnie Grimes, May Cooper (Pending), Daisy Wilton, Ada Grimes, Winnie Prat (Feilding), and Marjorie Howes. Mr Sydney Leer was best man, and Messrs Albert Grimes and' Leonard Grimes were groomsmen. ■ At St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church, Carterton', on Monday the marriage took y'ace of Miss Elizabeth Agnew to Mr Samuel Thompson, nephew of Mr and Mrs Thomas Conwell, Connolly road, Carterton. The engagement is announced of Miss Doris Amundsen, eldest daughter of Mr and Mrs C. Amundsen, Pigeon Bush, to Mr Frank A. Orchard, of Eastown, Wanganui, and formerly of Cross Creek. The engagement is announced of Ivy, eldest daughter of Mr and Mrs Roberts; of Parkvale, Carterton, to Cyril Stanley, youngest son of Mr and Mrs G. Morris, Masterton. The marriage took place in St. Paul’s Presbyterian Church, Pahiatua, recently of Eleanor Sessford, second daughter of Mr and Mrs Walter Britland, of Dawson street, Pahiatua, and James William, second son of Mr and Mrs J. Swanney, of Mangatainoka. Mrs Kenneth Stewart, Te Ore Ore, is staying with Mrs Clince, Wellington. Sister Slddells has returned to Masterton from Napier. Miss Vera Read, Masterton, has gone for a short visit to Wellington. Miss Linda Smith, Masterton, is the guest of Mrs M’Minn, of Wellington. Mrs C. Bennett has returned to Masterton from a visit to Napier. Mr and Mrs C. E. Graham, of Roxburgh, Otago, with Miss Edna Graham, have been visiting Mr and Mrs D. M. Graham, of Masterton. Miss Pointon, of Napier, is the guest of Mrs Spence Colter, Masterton. Miss Valeda Mantel, of Wellington, is the guest of Mrs A. Stewart, Masterton. Mrs K. Stewart, of Te Ore Ore, Masterton, is visiting Wellington. Mr and Mrs G. J. Goldsman has returned to Masterton from Plimmerton. Mrs H. T. Dawson, of Pahiatua, has been visiting Masterton. Miss Molly M'Donald, of Wanganui, and Miss Lexie M’Arthur, of Dunedin, are the guests of Mrs Adam M’Kay, West Bush road, Wairarapa. Mrs L. Aplin, of Carterton, is leaving for a trip to England very shortly. Mrs Douglas Huntes, of Auckland, is at present visiting Carterton. Mrs J., Prendeville, of the Chatham Islands, is visiting Carterton. Mr and Mrs W. D. Horne, Masterton, are in Wanganui for a short holiday.. The Misses J. and M. Perry, Masterton, are staying in Dannevirke. Mr and Mrs P. C. Dronsfield, Makuri, are the guests of Mrs Hanlon, of Whangamoana. Mr and Mrs George Elliott, Lansdowne, are visiting the Marlborough Sounds. Miss Daisy Hubbard, Upper Plain, has returned from a holiday at Picton. Miss Aima Perry is staying at Lyall Bay, Wellington Miss Alice Payton, Masterton, is visiting Wellington. Mr and Mrs G. Mann, of Wellington, were the guests of Mr and Mrs Spicer, Pirinoa, last week. Mr and Mrs R. M'Dougall have returned to Pirinoa from a holiday to Wellington,.

Miss Purdom, of Palmerston North, is the guest of Mr and Mrs George Busch, Pirinoa. Mrs M’Lean, wife of the late Archdeacon M'Lean, is making a short visit to Greytown as the guest of Mrs W. Bey.

FEILDING, February 24. Mr and Miss Goodbehere have motored to Napier for a week. To celebrate the first anniversary of the Feilding branch of the women’s division of the Farmers’ Union the committee has organised a garden party to be held shortly. Mr and Mrs Fair (Mayor and Mayoress) are generously lending their home in Denbigh street for the function, which promises to be most enjoyable. Members and their friends will have an opportunity of meeting Mrs Polscn, Dominion president, who will be the guest of the Feilding branch on this occasion. Miss Molly Miles has returned from Wellington. Miss Marjorie Bailey has returned from Dannevirke. An excellent opportunity was afforded members of the Feilding Lawn Tennis Club during the week to play off further Cham- • pionship Singles and Handicap Doubles matches. In the ladies’ Championship Singles Mrs Stuckey beat Miss Fish, 6—l, 6—l. Miss Barltrop beat Miss D. Eliott, G—2, o—o. Miss Foster beat Mrs Hassall, v —l, G—o. PALMERSTON NORTH, February 24. Miss Agnes Page, who has been on a Y' 81 * to Palmerston North, has returned to Wellington. Mrs Payne, of England, is the guest of Mrs R. Payne, of Dannevirke. Miss Mildred Sim, of Palmerston North is visiting Nelson. Miss Dinah Brown, who has been staying with Mrs W. L. Fitzherbert, has returned to Inglewood. Miss Stevenson, who has been staying with Mrs Hunter Will, has returned bo Auckland. Mrs N. Mackie, of Palmerston North, is visiting Napier. Miss Spain, of Feilding, is on a visit to Nelson. Mrs A. R. Lyons, of Palmerston North, is staying at Waikanae. Miss Mary M'Lean, of Auckland, is the guest of Mrs Bayle. Mrs D. Collins, of Featherston, is the guest of Mrs L. A. Abraham, of Palmerston North. Mrs S. Trask, of Palmerston North, is on a visit to Nelson. Miss Audrey Hewitt, who has been staying in Palmerston North, has returned to Cambridge. ■ * Miss Nancy Mair, of Hunterville, is the guest of Mrs Hewitt, of Church street. Miss E. Bisworth, of Palmerston North, is at present at Te Kuiti. Miss Helen Wilson has returned to New Plymouth after spending a holiday in Christchurch and Palmerston North.

WANGANUI, February 24. Among those present at the Luxor cabaret last Saturday were:—Mesdamee U. Williams, Earle, Campbell, Miles, Rout. D. Campion, Gallagher, W. Peat, Wilson, and Andrews (Hawera), and Misses Earle (Nelson), Swan, Davidson, N. Burgess, A. Strachan, Cowper, A. and D. Hughes, Johnson, Hatherley, P. Campbell, P. Wall, K. Lewis, D. Neumann, C. Hammond, D. Arnott, Drew, and L. Lilburn.

Miss Morton-Jones was hostess at a pleasant afternoon tea given at the attractive new tea kiosk at Virginia Lake this week. Ladies present were :—Mesdames B. C. Smith, C. Ross. M. Earle, W. E. Quigley, R. Stevenson, W. Stewart, C. L. Duigan, J. Izard, A. H. E. Wall, Collins, J. Craig, H. Lewis, J. Watt, N. Campbell. F. J. H. Nancarrow, N. G. Armstrong, G. M’Beth, Glenn, Turnbull, W. Cave. C. Hutton, Blennerhassett, Enderby, A. Wilson, H. D, Robertson, and N. Pearce, and Misses Bayly, N. Watt, K. Hatrick. Hazel Jones, and R. Jones. The grounds of the lake were looking beautiful after the recent cooling showers. Mrs V. M’Donald, of “ Culworth,’’ Wanganui River, was hostess at a most enjovable afternoon tea in her charming garden on the riverbank at Makirikiri. Those present were:—Mesdames A. G. Anderson, Georgetti, O. Bartrum, W. E. Broderick, D. Priest. Wpon, J. Todd, F. Jardine, A. Satherley, Tye, and Horrocks, anfl Misses Woon and

Anderson. A garden party was arranged by the above ladies, to be held at Culworth next. Saturday in aid of the Church of England. Mrs Wallace Strachan is on a holiday at Christchurch.

Miss D. Arnott, of Dunedin is visiting Wanganui. Mrs A. Haworth, of Wanganui, is at present visiting Wellington. Miss Miller, of Wellington, was the guest of Mr and Mrs Arthur J. Weekes last week.

Mr Parsons, of Spain, and Miss Parsons, of Wanganui, motored to Lako Taupo last week, and did very well fishing. They caught 24 beautiful trout, total weight 1331 b. Mr and Mrs Erank Brettargh were vistiors to Hawera last week. Mrs Humpnrey Williams, who has been on a holiday to England and Wales for some months, returned to this city last week. Mrs A. L. Wright, of Invercargill, is a visitor to this city. Mrs J. Cave of St. John’s Hill, was hostess at bridge on Thursday afternoon. Mrs Cave wore a dainty gown of cherry and blue floral georgette, with paniers of duchess lace, and a large organdi flower at the corsage. Tea was served in the summer house, where cool pot plants and ferns lent a charming background to the tables, which were decorated with thalactrum and yellow violas. Miss Earle and Miss Campbell rendered sweet violin music during the afternoon. Mrs Knight and Mrs Craig won a novelty game. Mrs Rout, of Paparoa, is the guest of Mrs A. D. Brodie, of Wanganui. Miss E. Watson, of Wanganui, is spending a holiday at Kaponga, at th e foot of Mount Egmont. Mr and Mrs Arnold, of Wellington, have been the guests of Mrs E. Turner, Campbell street, this week. They have now left on a motor tour of th e North Island. Mr and Mrs V. H. Richardson, of Gonville, arc visiting Wellington. Miss B. Cowper, of Dannevirke, has returned to her home after a short visit to this city for the Brettagh-Cowper wedding. Mrs Knight has returned to Dannevirke. Miss Hazel Teaze, of Rongatea, who' has boon the guest of Mrs James G. Gampbell, of Bruswick, Wanganui, returned by motor last week, after a pleasant holiday. HAWKE’S BAY, February 24. A quiet and pretty wedding took place in Napier this week when Miss Agnes Griffiths, daughter of Mrs E. Griffiths, Priestly road, was married to Mr Walter P. Barclay, the well-known All Black footballer. The Rev. C. E. Hyde officiated. Their future home will be in Auckland.

Mrs I. D. Blackie, who is leaving Waipawa, was met by the members of the Waipawa Women’s Institute, and presented with a beautiful china floating bowl. The President (Mrs G. W. Bibby) in making the presentation, spoke of the good work done byMrs Blackie during the time she had been secretary. Mrs Blackie duly responded. A presentation was also made to Mrs Jackson, who leaves shortly for' Wanganui. The President, in wishing Mrs Jackson au revoir, asked her to accept an Oriental sugar basin as a slight memento of her stay in Waipawa. Mrs Jackson suitably responded, and referred to the many pleasant memories that she would take away from Waipawa. Mr and Mrs Dumble, Meanee, who have been holidaymaking at Taupo, have returned home. Mrs W. Deans and her children, of Christchurch, who have been visiting her parents, Sir Andrew and Lady Russell, of Tunanui, have returned home.. Mrs F. C. Candy and Mrs Malcolm Brodie are holidaymaking in Dunedin. Mrs W. N. Mackay, Lincoln road, Napier, has been visiting Wellington. Mr and Mrs Douglas Lane, of Hastings, have been on a visit to Gisborne. Mrs N. Mackie, of Palmerston North, has been visiting Napier.. Mr and Mrs Herbert Humphries, of Napier, are at present in Wellington. Mrs A. Canning, of Hawke's Day, is visiting Wellington. Mrs George Fuszard and Mrs G. Miller, Greenmeadows, have returned home after spending a holiday in Christchurch. Miss M. Pellow, who has been visiting Wellington, has returned to her home in Waipawa. Mrs Agar, of Christchurch, has been on a visit to Napier. Mrs G. Fowler, of Waipukurau, is on a visit to Christchurch. Mrs Monckton, of Waipukurau, is visiting friends in Gisborne. Mrs J. E. Maclaren, who has been visiting Hawke’s Bay, has returned to Wellington. Mr and Mrs Webber, of Hastings, who have been spending a holiday at Rotorua, have returned to Hastings. Miss Doreen Tennent, of Napier, is at present visiting relatives in the South Island. Mr and Mrs J. W. Sandtmann, of Lighthouse road. Napier, are spending a holiday at Morere Hot Springs Hotel. Mr and Mrs J. Purdie, of Christchurch, are on a visit to Greenmeadows, Hawke’s Bay. Sir George and Lady Hunter, of Porangahau, are paying an extended visit to Wellington. Mrs L. Grenside, who has been spending a holiday in Wellington, has returned to her home in Waipawa. Miss Pickett, of Hastings, has left for Wellington to enter the Wellington Training College. Dr and Mrs Anderson, of Waipawa, have been visiting Wellington. Miss Hales, of Wellington, has been on a visit to 'Waipukurau Dr and Mrs G. M’Lean, of Waipukurau, have been holidaymaking at Te Awanga. Mrs A. C. Macalister, of Napier, is spending a holiday at Morere. Mrs Hislop, of Hastings, who has been holidaymaking at Paekakariki, has returned home.Mr and Mrs R. L. Williams, of Hastings, who leave shortly for England, are at present staying at the Masonic Hotel, Napier.

WAIKATO, February 24. A very enjoyable progressive card evening was held at the home of Mrs KentJohnson, Mafama street, Hamilton, on Thursday. The hostess wore a pretty georgette frock. Those present were Mrs G. Valder and Mrs Parkinson, Misses Tizard, G. Hill, E. Scherer, Hogg, Wright, M’Nlcol, Wright, E. Norrish, Nutsford, and N. Scherer.

Mrs E. R. Lee, of Cambride, entertained some of her friends at tennis on Saturday afternoon. Those present were Mrs B. Christophers, Misses B. Lee, A. Nolan, J. Mackereth, Hewitt, D. Nolan, Robinson, O. Christophers, E. Mackereth, and J. Nicoll. A jolly time was spent at tennis on Saturday at Mrs Norman Bank’s home, Cambridge. Play was continued till dusk, some close games being played. Those present were Mrs W. Stopford, Mrs R. M’Caw, Misses T. Banks, Crowther, V. Banks, B. Crowther, Messrs R. M’Caw, J. Horton, King, R. D. M'Farland, and V. Banks. Mrs E. R. Gresham has returned to Hamilton from a visit to Wellington. Miss A. Brown, of Cambridge, is on a visit to Tauranga. Miss J. Denning has returned to Hamilton from a trip to Australia. Miss D. Hall, of Hamilton, has left on a visit to England.

Mrs A. W. Beveridge, of Hamilton, is on a visit to Tauranga beach. Mrs W. H. Parkes, of Auckland, has been staying In Hamilton. Miss F. Pcacocke, of Hamilton, is spending a holiday, in Napier.

Mrs 8. Graham, of Te Kuiti, has been staying with relatives in Hamilton. Mrs Lunnsden, of Hamner, is on a visit to' Hamilton. AUCKLAND, February 23. The Victoria League held an "at home ' last Thursday afternoon in their fehortlar.d street rooms, when Lady Dhapel Wolseley, Miss Janet Murray and Miss Brown, of London, and Nliss WaxXdy, of Sydney, were the guests of honour. Mis H. Bayly was hostess 1. t Saturday morning at a tea party given for Mrs Cave r rance, of Wanganui, who is at present the guest of Mrs Wake, Remuera. Among those present were" Lady Lockhart, Lady Nolan Mrs A. Bayly, Mrs B. Fraser, Mrs C. Tewsley, Mrs Polson Mrs C. Fraser, Mrs Alexander, Airs JU. Murphy, Mrs E, H. Reid, and Misses Fraser, Lindsay, Rees, and Nolan. Miss Goldie is visiting Wellington, where she is the guest of her sister, Mrs Bond. Miss Kitty Horsley left last week on an extended visit to England and the Continent. Alms Bulloch-Webster is the guest of Mrs Horace Hodge, of South Taranaki. Mrs F. J. Roileston and Miss Rolle-ston returned to Timaru last week after a short stay in Auckland. Mrs Leo Horrocks is at present the guest of her father, Mr R. H. Quilliam, in New Plymouth. Lady Stringer gave a morning tea party at the Tudor tea rooms last Saturday, when a number of young people were invited to meet Miss Rose Blair, from vv ellipgton. Among the guests were Miss Stewart, Alis-i Hawken the Misses M. and V. Jackson, the Misses R. and C. Kainger, Miss CarrickRobertson, and Miss Vaile. Mrs Douglas Hunter is visiting Carterton and is staying with Airs H. E. Jackson Kent terrace. WEDDING. A quiet but pretty wedding took place recently at the Strand Salon, when Nora Isobel, daughter of Air S. Dalrymple and the late Mrs Dalrymple, of Auckland, was married to Herbert H. Barrs, son of Mr and Mrs Barrs, of Melbourne. The Rev. Tulloch Yuille officiated. The bride, who was given away by her uncle, Mr J.’ R. Blues, chose for her gown a pretty salmon charmeuse, the uneven hem of which was latticed with silver trimming. She wore a hat to tone, and at the waist line a sprig of Scotch heather, for good luck. A bouquet of pink sw-eet peas completed a charming toilet. The bridesmaid, Miss Kathleen Salmond, wore a soft green crepe de chine, with hat to match, x, 0. Dormer, of Dunedin, was best man. Mis Blues, aunt of the bride, looked smart in black satin with a champagne coloured vest, a pretty violet hat, and a posy to tone. Mrs Fred. Dunn, of Christchurch, cousin of the bride, wore a pink frock and small hat to match. Air and Mrs Barrs left later for the north, the latter wearing a smart navy costume and crimson hat. Airs Barrs leaves many friends in Dunedin who will wish her every happiness in her future home, which will be at Darfield, near Christchurch.