TABLE TALK.

Otago Witness, Issue 3870, 15 May 1928, Page 63

TABLE TALK.

.. . Monday. The Horticultural Winter Show, which was held on Wednesday and Thursday of this ’ was Indeed beautiful, and one was glad to see that a large number of people found their way to the Pioneer Hall, Early Settlers' Buildings, where the show was held. On entering one stood with amazement at the tables of massive chrysanthemums in ail sizes and colours. There were some remarkable blooms in the large double, and many new varieties of single. A huge brown, cane basket standing on a pedestal of its own was most artistically decorated with yellow, bronze, and cream chrysanthemums, and large sprays of autumn leaves. Many of the baskets in competitions were very decorative, perhaps the most striking being Miss A. MTntyre’s, composed of gold and red chrysanthemums and foliage. Her bowl was also conspicuously artistic. Lovely decorative tables were shown, some entirely arranged with chrysanthemums and autumn fo.iage, whilst an exceeding pretty one had large brass vases arranged with yellow bronze berries and bronze chrysanthemums.

We were all glad to welcome Miss Maude Royden to our midst. She was met at the Brown House on Thursday by a number of influential citizens. Amongst them being the Mayor and Mayoress. Afternoon tea was enjoyed at the Brown House, which was beautifully decorated for the occasion with bronze chrysanthemums and autumn leaves. It being a clear day, Miss Royden enjoyed the view of the entrance into our city. After tea Miss Royden .proceeded to Lady Allen’s residence, where she stayed during her visit to Dunedin. In the evening Sir James and Lady Allen entertained a number of guests at a dinner party in her honour.

The lectures, which Miss Royden gave on Thursday and Friday nights at the Burns Hall, were much enjoyed by the very large audience that was present. Every available seat in the house was occupied and numbers of people were turned away.

On Friday afternoon a large reception and “ at home ” was given at the Otago Women’s Club in honour of Miss Maude Royden. The large lounge, where the guest of honour spoke, was beautifully arranged with pots of chrysanthemums and foliage. Tea was enjoyed in the luncheon room, the polished tables being decorated with pink flowers. At the table where the President, Lady Ferguson, Miss Royden, and members of the committee were seated the decoration was a bowl of . pink blossom and maidenhair fern. Lady Ferguson (president) welcomed the guest of honour in a few well-chosen remarks. saying how interested everyone in New Zealand w’as to have the opportunity of meeting Miss Royden, and hearing her remarks and addresses, which should greatly benefit those privileged to hear her. Miss Royden, who was the recipient of a beautiful bouquet of begonias and autumn leaves, given by the Gardening Circle, then rose to speak. Her address was mostly about women’s vote, and how much had been dene for child welfare in New Zealand through the various organisations of women. Miss Royden was attired in a charming robe of black figured chenille velvet, relieved with georgette, yoke sleeves, a long black georgette cloak, and a small black velvet hat. Lady Ferguson wore heliotrope figured georgette, with a long plain georgette cloak lined with figured material similar to the dress. Her black picture hat of crinoline straw had a large bunch of pink roses at one side. The club was packed with members, all sitting accommodation being filled very early, so the late-comers had to content themselves with standing. Some noticed present were Lady Ross, in black : Lady Sim, black, with black picture hat; Mrs Hewitson, in a black robe, with close-fitting black hat ; Mrs Sutherland Ross, white cloak, and a large white hat, with a tuft of feathers at one side ; Mrs J. Hutchison, oyster grey cloth coat, with fur collar and cuffs of grey, and a grey cloche hat: Mrs J. M. Ritchie, long black satin cloak, and a black velvet hat ; Mrs Marshall MacDonald, wine satin coat, with hat to match ; Mrs Matheson, fawn coat and skirt, and fawn hat ; Mrs J. M. Gallav.’ay, fuchsia coat, with skunk collar and cuffs, and hat of same shade; Mrs Chubbs Johnson, black cloth coat, with grey fur, and black hat; Mrs Charles Begg, navy blue marocain, and a blue hat to match ; Mrs Laidlaw, puce cloth coat, and a black, close-fitting hat Mrs Oldham, black velvet cloak, with Oriental trimming, and a fawn and black hat; Mrs Edmond, black satin cloak, and a black hat; Mrs Taverner, black, -with a black, close-fitting velvet hat; Mrs Gilkison, long grey cloak, and black satin hat ; Mrs T. K. Sidey, brown costume, with hat to match ; Mrs Le Cren, black, with small black toque; Miss Ross, old rose costume, with picture hat of same shade; Miss Neill, black cloth costume, and black felt hat with velvet; Miss Webster, navy costume, and navy silk hat; Miss G. Webster, navy blue; Miss J. Nicolson, cherry coloured costume, and a small black hat; Miss Hutchison, black, and a black hat with a floral ribbon ; Miss Rosevear, brown ensemble; and Miss Reynolds, long black chenille cloak, with brown felt hat. Also present were Misses Hichley, Puechegud, Moncrieff, Allen, Shackleton, Brown, Dr Radcliff Taylor, etc. During the afternoon a string band played delightfully. On Wednesday evening the bridge drive at the Women’s Club, arranged bv the Gardening Circle in order to raise funds for the cup and prizes given each year to the best kept railway station garden, proved a great success, there being a large attendance present. The lounge, the card room, members’ room, and dining room were all filled with players. The rooms were most beautifully decorated with gold and bronze chrysanthemums, and delicious refreshments were much enjoyed during the evening. Some noticed at the tables were Lady Ferguson, Lady Sim. Mesdames Allen, Solomon, Hanlon, Phillips, James, Melville, Grcenslade, Batchelor, Hutchison, Wilson, Barron. Anderson, Faulkner, Crawford, Blues, M'Gowan, Loudon, Shicl, Lough, Gallaway, MacDonald, Emmerson, Primmer. Ruffle, M'Queen, Lees, Fotheringham, Wise, Ringland, Finlayson, Lee-Smith, Cheesernan, Matheson, Finch, Edmond, Hunter, Wilson, Hazlett, Duthie, Hudson, and Alexander, and Misses Mills. Neill, Jackson, Moodie, Wilkin, Jopp, Nicolson, Phillips, Martin, Duthie, Hart, Roberts, etc. On Wednesday the Gardening Circle was lucky in having Mr G. A. Donaldson, famous for his roses, give an address on growing, planting, and pruning roses, and the most suitable soil for roses to grow in. Miss Martin, the Circle’s chairwoman, Introduced the speaker, who had kindly brought with him specimens of roses in order to illustrate the correct way to prune them. Mrs W F Edmond prr sed a vote of thanks at the conclusion o. ..lie meeting. The Y.W.C.A. Every Girls’ Club held the first of its social evenings on Wednesday when the hall was prettily decorated with autumn leaves and chrysanthemums. Miss Jen Reid, who was hostess for the evening, welcomed the guests, who numbered

Mrs J. L. Watson was hostess at an after-,-noon tea, given in the Mary Elizabeth Lounge on Friday in honour of her daughter-in-law, Mrs Menzies 'Watson. The lounge was beautifully decorated with large bowls of yellow chrysanthemums and daffodils. Among those present were Mesdames Tucker, Christophers, H. Macdonald, Wyllie, O. W. H. Strettell, T. S. Miller, Chilwell, B. W. Hcwat, R. N. Todd, J. B. Sale, W. Hunt, W. A. Oliver, G. St. V. Keddell, H. R. Gibson, J. G. Macdonald, and P. B. Macdonald; Misses Dundas, S. Hogg, L. Henderson, N. Strettell, M. Miller, M. W’ebb, and A. Jones. There were eight tables for bridge at the Southland Women’s Club on Monday evening. Mrs Cochrane won the prize for the highest score, and Mrs Pasley the prize for the hidden number. Those present were Mesdames Boyd, A. C. Mac Ewan, Cochrane, P. H. Vickery, G. M'Donald, J. Sutton, H. O. Stuckey, R. Crawford, J. Macleod, F. D. Morrah, W. Handyside, J, G. Macdonald, H. J. Farrant, W. G. Clark, Pasley, Hackworth, N. C. Kensington, J. B. Sale, F. J. Lcughnan, C. C. Jennings, J. T. Carswell, T. Robinson, and H. O. Haggltt; Misses J. Campbell, Young, Perrin, Brodrick, Haclj-

well over 100. Miss Batt (secretary) intro duccd Miss Moncrieff, who is shortly departing for China, where she is to be the secretary of the Y.W.C.A. there. A delightful musical programme, as well as competitions and games, had been arranged, and was much enjoyed. A. delicious supper and the singing of the National Anthem concluded a veri happy evening. Mrs W. Burt gave a most enjoyable afternoon tea party at her residence, Queen street on Wednesday afternoon, the principal guests of honour being the ladles of the Dunedin Bowling Club. Mrs Burt received her guests in the drawing room, which had been artistically arranged with autumn foliage and chrysanthemums. A most delicious and dainty tea was partaken of in the dining room, the table being charmingly decorated with roses. Mrs Burt was attired in an elogant black marocain robe. Some present were Mesdames Hutchison, Thomson, Bentley, Higginson, Nelson, Gillies, Faulkner Smith, Mac Kay, Stephens, Sewell, Easton, Whitehead, Dale-Alexander, Meenan, Duthie, Hayward, Walker, and Flett, and Miss V. Hutchison. A most enjoyable social was given on Wednesday evening by the Otago Women Musicians’ Association in the Somerset Lounge. Miss Barth, the new president, welcomed the guests, and presented Miss lorston, the retiring president, with a bouquet of flowers, thanking her on behalf of the club for the excellent work she had done for the club in the past years A musical programme was then enjoyed with ’ competitions, after which a delicious supper and a few words from Miss Yorston.brought an enjoyable evening to a close. Me^»?r s 1. the cler &y °f Dunedin welcomed Miss Maude Royden to our midst at a luncheon, given in her honour at the Somerset Lounge on Friday. The hall was beautifully decorated with pot plants and large vases of chrysanthemums, and with ? ® mal l New Zealand flag on Miss Royden’s table. Oyer 80 quests were present. Amongst the number were the Rev. W. Walker Dr Merrington, Sir Charles Statham, Sir James Allen, the Mayor and Mayoress Lady Sim Sir George and Lady Fenwick, Slrs J- Hutchison, Mr and Mrs T. K. Mr and Mrs Sutherland Ross, Mrs< Professor and Mrs Hewitson, Miss Collinson. Miss Rosevear, Dr Fisher, and Rev. G. Miller. On Thursday evening Sir James and Lady ALen entertained Miss Maude Rovden and a number of guests at their residence. Arana,” Clyde street. Messrs J and F. Edmond gave a most delightful dinner at their home in Melville street, after which dancing was enjoyed. Some present were Misses N. Barr A. Acton-Adams, D. Acton-Adams (Canterbury), Reid, Batchelor, and Finch, and Misses \ allange, Colbeck, Dawson and Wilson. Mrs Laidlaw has returned to town after spending a short visit with Mrs F Bell of Shag Valley. ’ Mrs Sholto Douglas, of Canterbury, who has been on a visit to Dunedin, left for the north on Friday. Mrs J. M. Ritchie, accompanied bj’ the Misses M’Laren, left for Moeraki on Saturday. Signor and Signorina Squarise have left for a visit to England and foreign countries. Mr and Mrs Charles Chapman, who have been on a visit to Christchurch, returned on Thursday. Dr and Mrs Cameron, after a visit to Mrs Angus Cameron, of Leith street, have returned to Wellington. OAMARU, May 12. Mrs Scott, of Eden street, has returned from Dunedin. Mrs Nichols, of Kurlhiku, has returned from the south. Miss M’Caw is the guest of her aunt in Reed street. INVERCARGILL, May 12. Mrs Denniston Cuthbertson, of Duke street, has returned from Dunedin. Mrs G. I. Moffett and her two vounger daughters are the guests of Mr A. C. Rowley, of Cllfddn. Mrs and Miss Story, of Venlaw, were the guests of Miss Roe, of Spey street, during tne week. Mrs Frank Carswell, of Tokanui, is the guest of Mrs Hugh Carswell, of Victoria avenue. Mr and Mrs J. Macleod leave on Monday by motor for a holiday in Christchurch and Wellington. Mrs T. R. Abercrombie and Mrs F. J. Robinson left for Dunedin last Saturday morning. Mrs and Miss Forster, of Sydney, are the guests of Mrs A. E. Lea, of Ocean Beach. Mr and Mrs T. Menzies Watson, of “ Morven,” have returned from their honeymoon, and are the guests of Mr and Mrs J. L. Watson, of Forth street. This week’s hostesses included Mesdames J. F. H. Alexander, Roland Taylor Hart, nnd Owen-Johnston (afternoon teas) ; John Macdonald, A. C. Mac Ewan, and Miss Mamie Kensington (bridge) ; and Miss Anita Tapley, who gave a large young people's dance in the St. John’s Hall on Thursday evening. Miss J. Thomson was hostess at a bridge evening given on Thursday in honour of Miss Sally Hawke. Those present were Mesdames Tressider and Chilwell ; Misses Hawke (2), K. Anderson, M. Gilkison, K. Wilson, K. Hazlett, G. Gray (Dunedin). M. Ott, M. Todd, S. Hogg, M. Logan, L. Henderson, Oughton, and M'Queen. Mrs C. B. Broad was also a hostess for Miss Hawke during the week.

worth, Waymouth, Brown, N. Strettell, and T. Mac Ewan. The Cabaret Circle of tho Southland Women’s Club held its opening night on Saturday. The reception room was decorated with greenery and large bowls of chrysanthemums. Those present were the president of the club, Mr and Mrs Walte< Bews, Mr and Mrs W. Hunt; Misses M. Todd, M. Ott, Lawrence (2), M. Webb, A. Jones, K. Wilson, N. Strettell, I. Lindsay (Bluff). M. Collins, Giller, and S. Hogg; Messi s G. Reed, H. Smith, G. Todd, Tobin, C. Praln, B. Stout, A. Dunlop, J. Hamilton (Bluff), J. Strettell, N. Nisbet, and I. Carswell, etc. TIMARU, May 11. Miss Barr, Girls’ High School, is visiting Dunedin. Mrs Murchison, of Blenheim, is the guest of Mrs Lewis Mathias, Fairview. Mrs Norman Orbell, Totara Valley, has returned from some weeks’ visit to New Plymouth. Mrs Howard Tripp, with Misses Margaret and Rosa Tripp, Wal-itl road, have gone to Auckland and Hawke's Bay. Mrs J. C. Templer, of Waimate. who is with Miss Wright. Secheron, Wal-itl road, for the golf tournament, will motor home on Sunday with Mr Templer. Mrs Egerton Reid and Miss Jane Reid, of England, are at Elderslie, Oamaru. Mrs C. E. Shallcrass, Otlpua road, is visiting Mrs Erroll Shallcrass, Ashburton. Mr and Mrs Arthur Elworthy, Holme Station, will leave on June 9 for a holiday trip to England. The engagement is announced of Mildred Isobel, second daughter of Mr and Mrs J. Goldie, of Totara Valley, to Herbert H. Chesnew Williams, only son of Mr and the late Mrs W. E. Williams, of Hokitika. The Misses Woollcombe, Trafalgar street, have returned from a fortnight in Geraldine. Mr and Mrs J. E. Peter, Geraldine, are back from a visit to Kaikoura and Christchurch. Madame Guy Maunder, of Timaru. is spending a few weeks in the North Island. Mrs R. L. Wigley, Highfleld, is visiting Queenstown. Miss Alice Thomson, Bidwill street, left on Thursday for Queenstown. Mrs Henry Knubley,. of Happy Valley, is staying with Mrs William Raymond. Nile street. Miss Barbara Webb will return to Christthurch to-morrow after a visit to Mrs J. P. Newman, Nelson terrace. Mrs Scoular, of Dunedin, is the guest of Mrs Gerald Martin, Wilson street. Mrs Wilfrid White, Summerhill, Levels, will motor to Dunedin to-morrow to spend he holidays with Sir George and Lady Fen••ck. Miss Beatrice Webster, of Timaru. of the ching staff of Marsden School, Wellington, .< —ending her vacation in Auckland.

Miss Ivy M’Donald, of Christchurch, is on a few weeks' visit to Timaru. Miss Greta Paterson, o Timaru. who, with Mrs Hawkins, has been in charge of the domestic side of the Y.WC.A f'r :ni'.ig Hostel in Auckland, has been transferred to Gisborne, where she will commence her duties in June 1. ASHBURTON, May 11. Mrs Victor Mulligan, Maronau, is the guest of her mother, Mrs J. C. Clarkson, Mrs Hugh Acland and her children, of Christchurch, aro spending a holiday at Mount Peel. Mr J. Brown (Lowcl'ffe), Mr and Mrs S. J. Thomas, Mrs H. C. Segers, and Miss Wott are visitors at the Hotel Federal, Christchurch. Mr J. Hudson Keys, Musswellbrook, New South Wales, is staying at the Somerset Hotel, Ashburton. Miss Edith Knight, of London, will arriv.e in Now Zealand in August on a 12 months’ visit to her brother, Mr F. H. Knight, Taurangi Home. Ashburton. Miss Knight, who is an alpinist, will be given the opportunity to climb Mount Cook. Mrs Fisher and her children have gone to Timaru to spend the school holidays. Mrs Tonks is staying at the Hydro Hotel, Timaru. Misses E. and A. Gates, Peter street, have left on a visit to Auckland. Mrs E. Vesty and Miss Vesty are visitors at View Brae, Hanmer Springs. Sir John and Lady Luke, of Wellington, were the guests of Mrs W. H. Collins, Walnut avenue, for the week-end. Mrs D. Lynch and her son left for a holiday trip to Wellington and Masterton this week. Mr and Mrs W. Johnson. Chertsey, spent the week-end with friends in Timaru. CHRISTCHURCH, May 11. A fete organised by Lady Rhodes was held at the Rhodes Memorial Convalescent Home on Saturday. The Convalescent Home, after 40 years usefulness, now requires some minor improvements and repairs. Unfortunately a keen east wind blew boisterously, but the stallholders, who displayed their wares in sheltered nooks, did record business, and the fete proved a great success. Those who completed their purchases early had tea in the big dining room, or watched the Highland dancing, or listened to the delightful concerts arranged by Dr Crooke, who spent the whole afternoon accompanying the performers on the piano. Girl Guides, Brownies, and Brown Owls assisted the various stallholders, doing their bit with the greatest cheerfulness and earnestness.

Miss Maude Royden, who arrived in Christchurch op Tuesday morning, is the guest of Mrs West-Watson, at Bishopscourt. She

was the guest of honour at a luncheon given at the Winter Garden. The members or the Canterbury Women’s Club also h .Id a reception in her honour. The large reception room, crowded with members anxious to do honour to Miss Royden, was gay with gold and amber chrysanthemums ond bowls of exquisite roses, and Miss Royden was presented with beautiful fragrant posies of primroses, violets, orchids, and maidenhair. Miss Royden, who was accompanied by Mrs West-Watoon and Miss Jenkins, who acted as her secretary during her Christchurch visit, was received by Mrs J. A. Flesher, president of the club, and Mrs Holland. Mrs C. A. Fraer, president of the National Council of Women, was also present. The honoured guest was wearing a black satin gown, with pointed draped panel in the bodice, lined with ivory satin, to match a similar panel on the skirt, falling below the hem line. Her small black velvet hat, with upturned brim, was finished with a brilliant ornament, and her wrap was of musquash fur. Mrs Derrick Giuld and Miss Barbara , Gould, who are staying with Mrs Arthur Elworthy; Miss D. Anderson, who is staying with Mrs Ulrich ; Misses Maberley Beadel and Halmai Loughnan, who are staying with Mrs E. G. Kerr ; Miss N. Le Cren, who is staying with Mrs E. J. Le Cren ; and Misses R. Cracroft Wilson, Gwitha Shand, E. Parsons, and Barbara Clayden are in Timaru for the golf tournament. Amongst those who are spending the school holidays at the Rakaia fishing huts are: Mrs George Buchanan, Mrs P. Wynn Williams, Mrs H. S. E. Turner, Mrs W. Day, Mrs M. Powrie, Mrs Guy Scott, Mrs O. T. J. Alpers, and Miss Dorothy Day. Mrs William Deans is visiting Wellington. Mrs Cecil Olllvier is at Coe’s Ford. Miss Menz es, from Havelock North, is the guest of Mrs Deans, at Riccarton House. BLENHEIM, May 9. On Monday evening at the Women’s Club in High street, Mrs A. C. Fell entertained a few friends by means of a bridge party, which she gave in honour of her mother, Mrs Hayhurst, of Timaru, who is at present on a visit here. The rooms were tastefully arranged with bowls of yellow chrysanthemums and autumn leaves, and a dainty supper was dispensed. The prizes were won by Mrs H. M’Callum and Mrs H. Harris. Mrs Fell received her guests attired in a lovely black georgette gown relieved with touches of creme lace. Mrs Hayhurst wore black satin. Others there were Mesdames Murchison, B. Clouston, A. E. Weld (Flaxbourne), G. Andrew (Birch Hill), B. Moore, A. Latter, Stocker, L. Chaytor (Marshlands), A. J. Maclaine, Ba-gge, and Major and Miss M. Bell. The first of the series of cabaret dances took place the other evening at the Masonic Ball Room, which was prettily decorated for the occasion with streamers of red and black. A delicious supper was arranged in the supper room, the tables being decorated, with chrysanthemums and autumn leaves. Some of those there were: Mrs Boag, who wore pink satin marocain, relieved with pink lace; Mrs H. Robertson, blue beaded georgette; Mrs Barry, pink tinsel frock; Mrs Johnston, black taffeta ; Mrs Wilkinson, black beaded georgette; Mrs Gray, black georgette; Misses B. Griffith, red georgette, with gold lace ; G. Colt, red georgette; F. Horton, blue georgette; J. Noble-Adams, silver lace with black georgette; and Matthews, yellow stencilled georgette ; Messrs Barry, Robertson (3), King, Johnston, Gray, Vavasour, Dilamore, Mitchell, Hammond. Jeffries, Stanton, Penney, etc. Mr and Mrs G. F. Watts, of Lansdowne station, left Blenheim yesterday for Wellington, and leave this week for a trip to South Africa. Mr and Mrs H. Howard are on a short visit to Wellington. Mrs Morfie Wood is visiting friends in Nelson. Mrs J. Gow is visiting relatives in Wellington. Miss Dorothy Martin, of Wellington, is visiting Mr and Mrs E. Rose at “ Kai Iwi.” GREYMOUTH, May 9. Mrs and Miss Topliss left ou Tuesday for Christchurch. Mrs A. Adams is visiting Wellington. Mrs Mercer returned from the North Island yesterday. Mr and Mrs H. Allison are visiting Greymouth. During their stay they will be the guests of Mrs F. Harley, of Cowper street. Mrs Simmonds, of Wellington, is the guest of Miss Pratt, of Buccleugh street. Tho Bridge Club held the opening night of the season at Mrs J. Hannan's, of Winnie street, on Tuesday last. The prize for the evening was won by Mrs Harry Hambleton. A most enjoyable fancy dress party was held at the residence of Mrs Coates, of Alexander street, on Friday evening. some of those present were Dr Raines, Misses Coates, Anderson. Hambleton (2' ■' y, M’Brearty, Smuts-Kennedy, Carr, and Berry, and Mesdames Hainu.u. u a, oeovc, . . , Hickman, Garde, M'Quecn, Cunningham, and Davis. WELLINGTON, May 11. It does not always happen that a muchlauded and heralded visitor is a complete success, but it can well be said of Miss Maude Royden “ behold the half has not been told me," for no telling can explain her charm. Miss Royden arrived by the Makura from San Francisco, and was fortunate in finding one of Wellington’s best days awaiting her. Sunshine, clear cool air, and a hearty welcome, even enthusiastic, was enough to cheer anyone less ready to be pleased than the distinguished visitor to the Dominion. A civic reception was accorded at the Town Hall, and the Mayor remarked in his welcoming address that Miss Royden was the first “ lady in her own right ” who had received such a distinction. She came, accompanied by the Mayor, the Prime Minister, the Bishop of Wellington, Sir Robert Stout, Sir Frederick Chapman, and a number of ladies of equal distinction, and found the Concert Chamber quite filled with citizens, men and women, ail ready to greet her. The Mayor spoke in welcome, also Mr T. Hislop, on behalf of the City Council; the Prime Minister was cordial and kindly, and something to say for the good work done by women in the Dominion. The bishop paid a tribute to the beauty of Mist Roydeu's character and writings, and cheerfully remorked that if she would only stay in New Zealand he could offer her a parish—and perhaps she would in the future succeed him In his “ job ’’! Miss Royden, in her reply, charmed everybody, for her sincerity and modesty were delightful. She declared that she had come to New Zealand to learn, not to teach, and was keen to find out what women had accomplished with the franchise, which had been theirs for so many years. She mentioned several ways in which she had already found out their influence and good work, and said that she I was eager to hear more. She was not | looking for anything spectacular, and was i glad that there was no talk of the foolish and unbecoming sex war. which was such a dangerous thing. It looked to her as if all had pulled together, and that was the ideal in a world where there was so much to be done. The best efforv of every person was needed. Miss Royden found herself at home at once, and was impressed with the brightness of the place and people, feeling that the newer country, which had been fortunate in being such a distance from the centre of war, had recovered better, and was delightful after the shadows of the Old Country. In the afternoon there was a very pleasant party given by the Bishop and Mrs Sprott at Bishopscourt, where most of the members of committee, social workers, representatives of churches and other religious bodies had the pleasure of meeting Miss Royden, and having some conversation with

her. The guests were received in the hall, and tea was set in the dining room, where Mrs Coleridge was assisted by Miss Campbell, Mrs Kelly, and others. Among those present were: Archdeacons Hansell and Johnson, the Rev. Dr Gibb, the Rev. E. Weeks and Mrs Weeks, the Rev. Mr and Mrs Ashley Jones, the Rev. Mr and Mrs Woodward, Dr Platts-Mllls, Dr Ada Paterson, Mrs Hall, Mrs K. Evans, Mrs Glover, Mrs Hoare, Miss R. Jenkyns, Miss Medley, Miss Greenwood, Mrs J. Myer, Mrs E. Hadfield, Mrs W. B. Montgomery, Mrs Preston, Mrs Macdonald, Mrs Gordon Troup, Dr and Mrs Hardwick Smith, Mrs Johnson, and many others. A delightful afternoon was spent at the residence of Mrs Hutchison at Island Bay, when she gave a garden party for the members of the Municipal Croquet Club and other friends. The party took place at her home in Trent street, when the beautiful and uninterrupted view of the straits, the green lawns, and fine garden were much admired and enjoyed. Five competitions, which occupied the first part of the afternoon, were won by the following:—Tunnel. Mrs Cox ; target, Mrs Small ; ladder, Mrs Dixon ; French, Mrs Breeze; angles, Mrs Manttan. Then followed a dainty tea, when Mrs Rodgers, on behalf of the guests, thanked Mrs Hutchison for her hospitality. A treasure hunt followed, and great fun was had In the search. The afternoon was a particularly pleasant one. The “ private view ” of pictures at the Art Gallery was a little more “ private ” perhaps than usual at the winter exhibition. Inasmuch as there was not nulte such a crowd as usual, there being other powerful attractions elsewhere. The Mayor of Wellington (Mr G. A. Troup) opened the show, and urged that a great and special effort should be made to accomplish the scheme of the Art Gallery, Dominion Museum, and

carillon, to be placed at the Mount Cook site iu Wellington, for which Government is giving some assistance. The poor housing of the Wellington collection of pictures is always a grief to the artistic, and it is hoped that the new scheme may appeal to the citizens, and that the city may cease to be unhappy about its gallery. Mrs Troup accompanied the Mayor, wearing black georgette with touches of blue, and a handsome silk wrap patterned with roses. Miss Troup was in georgette with a buttercup satin coat. Among those present were Miss D. K. Richmond, Miss Blair (Edinburgh), Mr and Mrs E. W. Hunt, Mr and Mrs H. M. Gore, Mr and Mrs Hempton, Dr Robert Stout, Professor and Mrs Adamson, Professor and Mrs Florence, Mrs Henry Hall, Professor and Mrs Sommerville, Mrs W. D. Stewart and Miss Helen Stewart, Mr and Mrs Charles Wilson, Mrs and Miss Dyer, Colonel Carbery, Mr and Mrs Muray Fuller, Mrs and Miss Bennie, Mrs J. Tripe, Mrs Rattray, Miss Hall, Mr and Mrs J. B. Finlay, Mr and Mrs Jackson, Mr and Mrs Coleridge, Misses Putnam, Mr and Mrs H. Vickerman, Mr and Mrs Gray Young, Dr and Miss M'Lean, Mrs J. P. Firth, Dr Fell, Mrs Rhind, Mrs Ashbolt, Mr and Mrs Earnshaw, Miss M’Eldowney, Miss Greig, and many others. Miss Doreen Gifford has left to spend the holidays in Christchurch. Mrs H. M. D.dsbury is paying a visit to Nelson. Mrs W. Strang, of Palmerston North, Is a visitor to Wellington. Mrs F. J. Rnlleston has returned to Timaru from Wellington. Miss J. M. Clark is spending the holidays at Hastings. Mrs King, Kelburn, has returned from a visit to Hamilton and Aucklond. Mr and Mrs F. E. Tomlinson have left by the Makura for Sydney

Mrs Evatt, jun., and Mrs Guy Tapley have returned from Marlborough, and left for Christchurch. Mrs Garfield Crawford has returned to Invercargill from Wellington after a visit to her sister, Mrs Allan, who has s'.nce left for England. Mr and Mrs H. G. Kerslake returned by the Maraina from Sydney. Miss Greig has left for a holiday visit to Napier. Miss Shrewsbury, who has been tho guest of Mrs Troup, has left for the north. A very enjoyable afternoon rec ption was given to the visiting delegates attending the Educational Conference by the Hon. R. A. Wright, Minister of Education, and Mrs Wright on Wednesday at the social hall of the Parliamentary Buildings. An orchestra played a pleasant acroinj.animent to the hum of conversation, and afternoon tea was served. The tables were charmingly arranged with chrysanthemums of shades of pink, yellow, cream, and bronze, a shade to a table, the effect being very good. They came from the garden of Mrs Tamplin, at Lower Hutt, and were much admired. Mrs Wright received in an effective gown of peach georgette over silk, trimmed with radium lace to tone, her hat being of the two shades to match. Mrs J. G. Coates was present, wearing deep grey ring velvet, pleated and draped, with touches of pink, her' hat being to match. Some brief speeches were made. Mr Wright, in a cheery speech, bade all welcome to Wellington, and expressed his interest In the conference. He was sure that the good feeling existing between the teachers and the department, was due to the fact that the difficulties of the latter were understood by many, especially by a few who had been parliamentarians. It was not always possible to meet wishes, even where they were ever so reasonable, and ho often regretted that fact. The Prime Minister added his welcome, and spoke of the great responsibilities of teachers, for on them largely rested the formation of the characters of the young ones of the Dominion. He was sure that the standard of the past, which had been shown In the reputation made by the soldiers of New Zealand, would be maintained. He added a cordial welcome to the delegates. Several of the visitors replied, and thanks were given to Mr and Mrs Wright for their hospitality.

Boil clothes pegs before using and they will last twice as long.

WAIRARAPA, May 10. A quiet wedding was eolemulsed at the Presbyterian Church In Greytown on Tuesday, when Archer, second son of Mrs and the late Mr J. Wood, of Greytown, was married to Mary Elizabeth, daughter of Mr an I Mrs Brown, of Coun.y Derry, Ireland. Miss R. M. Anderson attended as bridesmaid. Mr W. Gates was best man. At Alfredton, on Wednesday afternoon, Kathleen, only daughter of Mr and Mrs K. J. Didsbury, of Pah Flat, was married at St. Aidan’s Church to Richard, second son of Mr and Mrs Archie Nelsen), of Per', Pahiatua. Misses Vernon, Hammond, Woodward, and Nelson were In attendance, and Messrs Shackleton and Inglis were best man and groomsman respectively. The wedding took place at Fea'herston on Saturday evening of Hilda Primrose, daughter of Mrs E. Rowe and the late Mr Sexton, of Pontypridd. South Wales, to Alllston Herbert, second son of Mr and Mrs H. Clark, of Featherston. Misses Hazel and Agnes Clark and Hazel Denton were bridesmaids, Mary Gordon, of Featherston, flower girl. Mr A. Gooding acted as best man, and Mr M. Gooding was groomsman. A pretty wedding took place at Featherston on Saturday last, the contracting parties being John Thomas (Jack), son of Mr and Mrs Joseph Hlggison, of Greytown, and Ivy Irene, daughter of the late Mr and Mrs Edlln, of Petone. The matrons of honours were Mrs Fred. Hlggison and Mrs Lyster. Mrs H. Miller, Cole street, Masterton, w’s the guest of honour at a bridge porty this week, the hostesses being Mesdames Dayly, Grant, Goldsman. and Pointon. A number of friends paid a surprise visit to the home of Mrs R. Charles on Friday night on the occasion of the approach In<marriage of Miss N. Charles. The engagement is announced of Ada Mary, only daughter of Mr and Mrs F. W. Burling, of Carterton, to Alfred Howard, youngest son of Mrs J. Ray and the late Mr J. Ray, of Belvedere, Carterton. A very enjovable "kitchen” evening was given by Mrs ,W. J. Durrad at the vicarage, in Featherston, on Tuesday evening in honour of Miss Nancy Charles, whose marriage takes place next week. Miss Daniell has returned to Martinborough after a holiday at Palmerston North. Mrs J. Turner, of Pahiatua, has been the guest of Mrs Harold Beetham for a few days. Mrs Mellor,, of Wellington, is staying with her daughter, Mrs H. H. Daniell, Masterton.

Miss G. Muir, of Wellington, is visiting Mrs James Wood, at Greytown. Mrs . Mason, of Pahiatua, is visiting Mrs Hugh Drummond,, of Masterton. Miss Wilton has returned to Masterton from a holiday at Paraparaumu. Mrs Carey has returned to Masterton from a holiday in Wellington. Miss Dagmar Is the guest of Mrs Hubbard, of Mastertoh. Mr and Mrs Dalziell, Masterton, are in Rotorua for a holiday. Miss Ethel Boot, of Dunedin, is staying with Mrs A. D. Low, Masterton. Mrs H. T. Wood, Masterton, is visiting Hawke’s Bay. The Misses Morrison, Lansdowne, are staying in Napier for a few weeks. Miss E. Williams, Masterton, is in Wellington. Dr and Mrs Hudson, of England, are the guests of Mr and Mrs J. Andrew, Masterton. Mrs Carey, Lansdowne, was a visitor to Wellington last week. Mrs Herbert Caselberg and her children are the guests of Mrs Alfred Caselberg, Masterton. Mrs H. C. L. Robinson, Masterton, is visiting friends in the South Island. Miss Marjorie Saunders, of Newbury Line, has left for her home after visiting friends in Masterton. Mr and Mrs De Nize, of Auckland, are visitors to Masterton. „ FEILDING, May 11. Miss Horneman, of Wellington, has been the guest of Miss Goodbchere, Kimbolton road. Mrs Stocker, of New Plymouth, is the guest of Mrs St. Paul. Mr and Mrs B. Wolff, of Whangarei, are the guests of Mrs Parkes, Denb'gh street. Mrs D. P. Buchanan is visiting Nelson’ Mr and Miss Sandford, of Melbourne, are the guests of Mrs Sandford, Denbigh street. Mrs Evans, West street, has returned from her holiday. Mrs Gould, of Auckland, has been the guest of Mrs John Graham, Highfield road. Mrs Melville Andrews is visiting Stratford. Miss M Kenzie is spending her holidays in Rotorua and Helensvllle. Mr and Mrs Sidney Jenkinson and their ol lP s T ao P have boen visiting Mr and Mrs J. E. Jenkinson, “ Pukeora ” . 13S , Dorothy Bonsfleld’ has joined the staff of Sis.er Sugden’s private hospital at Napier. - Mr and Mrs Colquhoun are spending a holiday at Waipukurau. , a "? Mrs Eric Woollams have returnel to Feilding.

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i A. Murlson, of Wellington, Is visiting, Palmerston North. Mrs A. W’right, of College street is spending a holiday In New Plymouth. Mrs A. Collier, who has been the e-uost of Mrs A. Smith, of Palmerston North hao returned to Auckland.

WAIKATO, Mav 10. The Rev. Frank Harley, who has been vicar of Frankton for the last eight years was given a highly successful farewell on Tuesday, prior to his departure for England. During the evening the Rev, Harty was the recipient of several presentations which he very suitably acknowledged. The Ladies’ Guild provided a dainty supper and those present spent a very happy time’ The following ladies were present:—Mesdames F. B. Jolly, C. Gibbons, J. Prenton, N. D. Ross, Kent-Johnstone, Drube Billcot, Breckon, Keat, A. Beale, G. Coombes N. Sandford, Zellman, Warneford. R. Clark Nelson, Godfrey, Holloway, Melville, Bell’ Rolfe, Leok, Fawcett, Brookes, Andrews' Hawker, Madill, Rayson. Porter, Finlayson’ M’Nicol, Shirley, Buckland, Tutman, Clough’ Vautier, Bevan, Lowry, Hardcastle, N. Johnson, Roseman, and Simpson, Misses Jolly Beale, M. Ross, Vautier, de Renzy Close’ Cracknell, Rickitt, Porter, Scott,’ Bliss’ Frlcker, Andrews, Hall, Morton, Clapham’ Davis, Rycroft, Banks. Hill, F, Jolly, Beaver D. Sandford, and J. Banks. The cabaret evening, held in Alexandra Hall on Saturday night, was a huge success The music was splendid, sunplied by the Maori orchestra, encores being frequent. Several pol dances and songs by the Maoris were also enjoyed by those present. The ladles present were:—Mesdames H. Douglas G. A. Hurdwood, E. R. Gresham, R. G Guy’ R. B. Cranwell, Colin Taylor, Jenkins a’ Griffiths, H. N. Eiling, W. H. Hume, A. R. Brown, King, Beehan, A. N. Sims, N. Johnson, R. W’orlcy, L. Tompkins, and L. Swales, Misses J. Banks, E. Hammond, A. Wilson, K. Oliver, T. Brown, M’lndoe, B. Manning’, Bertlesen, B. Vickery, E. Guy, C. Chitty T. Monckton, S. Wright, D. Sweeney, F Peacocke, B. Roach, Allwood, V. Cann M Douglas, Wilkinson, E. Hill. Burley, Wyatt, Jackson, N. Monckton, N. Douglas and I<’ Wilson. At Cambridge on Monday an enjoyable bridge evening was enjoyed by a number of Mrs Calvert’s friends. The rooms were decorated with rich chrysanthemums and cactus dahlias. Those present were :—Mesdames A. H. Nicoll, Tod, N. Banks, B. Couper, M. Wells, J. Sawyers, and G. G. Taylor, Misses Calvert, S. Brann, A. Cox Gwynneth, and M. Christophers. A delightful farewell afternoon , tea was enjoyed at the home of Miss Rlro Brewis, of Hamilton, on Friday. The guest of honour was Mrs M. E. Thomson, who has been spending some months in Hamilton. The guests were Mesdames A. S. Brewis, A. R. Brown, E. C. Brewis, Les Swalles, W. A. Graham, T. T. Lusk, E. P. Cowles, E. M. Cowie, A. E. Manning, N. H. Hume. H. Douglas, C. Gibbons, and H. J. M'Mlllan, Misses White and G. Roche. The races at Hamilton were well patronised both days, and the course was In splendid order. Most of the ladies present, wore coats and furs. Those present were Mesdames V. Chitty, N. Banks, A. H. Nlooll, G. Taylor, J. C. Gray, Hooker, S. Cooper, E. Nickle, E. R. Gresham, J. Chlttv, H. M’Mlllan, Caro, A. E. Manning, - Pinfold, W. J. Stevens, Cranwell, Barton, Lawrence, A. English, H. Greenslade, R. Hayward, L. H - Douglas, G. Smith, Rollings, D. Williams, C. Gibbons, Valdera. a”-»*n<»haw-

C. ,B. Wake, Seymour, F. Spencer, Milroy, Munro, W’. Gray, L. Tompkins, Colin Taylor, Beehan, M’Cann, K. Browne. S. Bennett, T. C. Fraser, L. Cussey, R. Hannon, Kingston, Brower, and W. D. Ross, Misses A. Brown, Banks, Newell, Stevens, H. Taylor ■ Hart, K. Oliver, C. Hunter,. Wyatt, G. Cussen, xiorrlsn, H. Heywood, Baker, Hammond, Anserine, Rothwell, B. Manning, Clemow, Miller, E Seavill, M’Cardle, L. Cussen, Chitty, Wilson, Wallace, and Elliot. „ „ „ WAIMATE, May 12. Mrs C. Coventry returned home on Thursday, after spending a holiday In Queenstown and Invercargill, Mrs E. D. Giles, who has been staying with her daughter, Mrs H. Macfarlane, of Waikora,” Walhaorunga, has returned to Christchurch. Mrs Godfrey and family, of Wellington are staying with Miss Godfrey, of Rhodes street. , Miss Borrie, Mrs J. C. Templar, and Mrs Neill Rattray were competitors in the South Canterbury golf tournament, held in Timaru last week. Mr and Mrs W. Thomas, of the rectory, Timaru, spent the last week-end in Walmate. Mr and Mrs R. F. Algie are spending a few days In Dunedin. Mr and Mrs H. B. S. Johnstone and family leave early in June for England, where they intend to stay for a year or two. Miss A. Jones returns to Waimate to-day from Wellington, where she has been spending a holiday. A team from the Timaru Golf Club met a Waimate team on the Adendale links on Thursday. The Waimate Ladies' Golf Club supplied an enjoyable luncheon and afternoon tea. The match was won by the visiting team by 15 games to 6. POVERTY BAY, May 9. A Committee of young folk of Tokomaru Bay organised a plain and fancy dress dance, which was held In the Rugby Hall. The function was highly successful, and most enjoyable, and most of those present attended in fancy dress. The decorations were very artistic, and Japanese lanterns, tree ferns, and multi-coloured streamers charmingly utilised to make a fitting setting for the revel. Dancing competitions were won by Mrs Jackson, Miss Grant, and Mr M’Gregor. Among the many present were :—Mesdames George Oates, Lumsden, Todd, Mouat, Bignall. Gambrill, Beale, Johnson, Tankard, Kay, M’Donald, Hockley, Carroll, Langdon, Wickens, Thompson, Moody, Jackson, Corbett, Pollock, Heald, and! Harris, and Misses Oates (2), Porter, Burdett, K. Beale, Sim, Glennie, Smith (2), Ellis, R. Beale, Carey, Jackson, Carroll, Miller, Sheahan, M’Cullock, Kay, Plowright, Moody, Pepper, White, Cockery, and Conole. Dr Buckley Turklngton, Auckland Provincial Commissioner of Girl Guides, and Miss Powell, English camp adviser, are visiting Gisborne. A well-organised rally of the district’s Girl Guides companies. Brownies, Boy Scouts, and Wolf Cubs took place at the Garrison Hall, Gisborne, and the visitors, as well as many others interested in the movements, witnessed an exemplary parade. Addresses on Girl Guide topics proved Instructive, and afternoon tea was served toward the close.

A pretty wedding was solemnised at Otoko, when Elizabeth Florence, eldest daughter of Mr and Mrs C. A. Evans, of Otoko, was married to Mr Maurice Conway Neave by the Rev. Mr Cameron. The wedding took place on the lawn at the residence of the bride’s parents. The bride was attired in Ivory crepe de chine embroidered in pastel colours, and wore the customary wreath and veil, whilst a lovely shower bouquet was carried. The bridesmaids, Misses Ena Cooper and Doris Evans, were frocked in pink and mauve crepe de chine respectively. Messrs B. White and H. Evans were groomsmen, and Violet Ive was flower girl. The officers, non-commissioned officers, and men of E Company, Ist Battalion, Hawke’s Bay Regiment, opened the dancing season by giving a most successful military ball in the Garrison Hall, Gisborne. The function was a huge success, and was attended by hundreds of dancing enthusiasts. The decorations were carried out on an elaborate scheme. Regimental and national colours, gaily intermingled, canopied the ballroom, whilst a huge lantern formed a centrepiece. The surrounding walls were obscured by flags and bush foliage, whilst Japanese lanterns and coloured electric lights added to the beauty of the scene. A comfortable lounge, furnished with easy chairs and adorned with palms, was arranged for sitting out. The supper room, ■which was gay with overhead bunting, was panelled with bush foliage and ferns, and the tables were enhanced with chrysanthemums. Among the many present were the Hon. K. S. Williams, Lieutenant-colonel and Mrs R. F. Gambrill, Major and Mrs A. S. Muir, Dr and Mrs D. Muir, Dr and Mrs Bowie, Messrs and Mesdames M. Holder, M. J. White, G. Winter, A. J. Dixon, H. Primrose, Swan, and 11. Hamilton, Mesdames T. Holder, Donner, Pyko, and Runciman, and Misses A. Barker, W. Lysnar, L. Holden, Graham, Thodey, W. Pittar, C. Bright, A. Gray, Nolan, Hunt (2), Ormond (2), Chrlsp (2), D. Broadhurst, Pufle’t. Witters, M’lldowie, N. Stock, M’Rae (Wairoa), L. Bain, J. Blair. H. Mander, M. Sherratt, E. Winter, and Wallis. Mr and Mrs Fred Collin, of Kaiti esplanade, celebrated the birthday of their daughter Dorothy by giving a large party at their residence. A number of children attended, most of whom were in fancy dress. The drawing room was cleared for dancing, and the lounge was arranged for sitting out. Exhibitions of Scotch dances were a feature of the evening, and competitions were indulged in. The hostess wore apricot crepe do chine dotted with saxe blue. Among the adults were Messrs and M’esdames Elvers, Shanks, A. Smith, and Jenkins, Mesdames G. Bull, James Pirie, F. Humphreys, and A. S. P” 'ker. rnd Misses H vtunrob r ee-s, D. Nicol, Kcany (2), and I. Bull. Among the children were Dot Collin (Queen of Sprite): Ngaire Collin (puff ball), Heather Pirie (a Romany girl), Betty Quigley (Prince Charmine), Joan Pilmer (pierrette), Lilias Quigley (Old English maid), Ola Patterson (Folly), Annie Knox (clown), Gwen Henderson (gipsy), Dorothy Devery (Spanish dancer), Joyce Redgrave (frost sprite), Ruth Shanks (Scotch lassie), Blanche and Lorna Whinray (bluebells), Ray Pilmer (pink rosebud), Betty Jenkins (a piccaninny), Norma Henderson (Dutch girl), Margery Redgrave (ballet dancer), Rene Clarkson (sunflower), Molly M’Leod (ballet dancer), Betty Skeot (Early Victorian), Bunty Parker (my lady’s hat), Mary and Kath Ryan, Jean Redell, Marjorie Black, F. Collin, and G. Bowman. The birthday of Miss Hilda Sherrlff, of Waikohu, was celebrated by a small party given at her home. Mrs Sherriff wore mauve georgette: Miss H. Sherriff. powder blue taffeta; Miss K. Sherriff, floral georgette; and Mrs A. D. Sherriff. black lace. Misses Vivi and Hilda Nicholls, of Christchurch, are the guests of Miss Marion Hensley, of Whataupoko. Mr and Mrs W. Clark and small son, of “ Opou,’’ sail from Wellington by the lonic for England. Miss Powell, English camp advir.. r to the New Zealand Girl Guides’ Association, is the guest of Mrs J. Jamieson, at ’’ Sandown.’’ Mrs lan Buchanan, of Canterbury, is on a visit to her parents, Mr and Mrs C. H Cato. Mr and Mrs G. M. Reynolds and family, of Ormond, are en route to England by the Niagara. Mr and Mrs G. Wilson, of Tolaga Bay. have returned to the coast after a visit to Feilding. Lady members of the Tolaga Bav Golf Club held a hidden hole competition at the links on Wednesday. Mesdames J. Mo’-rall and st. Kemp provided delicious afternoon tea

A. very pleasant afternoon eventuated, and Misses Hughes and Maddock tied for first place In the competition. WANGANUI, May 11. Miss N. Cowper, of “ Lyncairne,” has returned from a holiday spent at Hastings. Mrs W. E. Campbell and Miss Beth are spending a holiday with Mrs James Campbell, of Brunswick. Mr and Mrs Davidson and Miss Betty Davidson are staying at “ Braeburn.” Mrs Kebbel Archer, of Christchurch, who has been staying with friends in this city, left New Zealand last week for Bradford, England. Mr and Mrs Hartland are spending a holiday at Wellington. Miss C. Hammond was hostess at a delightful afternoon for Miss Wynne Swan, who is leaving shortly on a travel abroad. A number of useful travelling gifts was opened by the guest of honour. Mrs M’Leod, of Sydney, is the guest of Mrs Webb-Jones, of Gonville. Mrs Fleming is spending a holiday in Wanganui, and is staying with her daughter, Mrs C. C. Hutton, of St. John’s Hill. Miss. Patty Wall is spending a holiday in Hastings. Mrs Furrie, of Stratford, is the guest of Mrs H. V. Duigan. Mrs T. Hine was hostess at bridge this week in honour of Mrs Millward and Miss W. Swan, who leave New Zealand this month on a trip to the Old Country. Mrs P. J. Andrew, of Christchurch, is the guest of Mrs G. W. Carrad, of Wanganui. Mrs Vaughan M’Donald, formerly of “ Culworth,” is spending a holiday in the Blue Mountains, Australia, with her daughter, Mrs De C. Quince. HAWKE’S BAY, May 10. A wedding of interest in Hawke’s Bay was that of Maud Evelyn, eldest daughter of Mrs M. S. Thompson, of “ Waiatahora,” Dannevirke, to lan Ranfurly, son of Dr and Mrs Parkes, of Auckland. Mr Selby Thompson gave his sister away. The bride was charming in a dainty frock of Ivory chenille and georgette. The skirt, which was full, had the modish uneven hem, and her tulle veil was arranged with a wreath-of orange blossoms. Her bouquet was of pink and white flowers. The bridesmaids in attendance were Miss Jean Ellingham (cousin of the bride) and Miss Jssls Thompson (sister of the bride), who were frocked alike in cameo pink georgette, with hats in pink felt to tone. Their bouquets were of mauve and pink flowers. Mr R. Craig, of Auckland was best man, and Mr J. Ross, cousin of the bride, was groomsman. A reception was afterwards held at the De Luxe ballroom, when Mrs Thompson, mother of the bride, received her guests wearing a handsome black georgette and lace frock, and black hat, and carrying a bouquet of autumntinted flowers. Mrs Parkes, mother of the bridegroom, was in black crepe de chine, with a black hat. Her bouquet was of mauve flowers. The bride’s travelling frock was of navy blue crepe de chine, and georgette, and a small hat to tone.

Mrs T. Cunningham, of Hastings, entertained her bridge friends at a party in the club tea rooms. Later in the day, afternoon tea was served in the roof garden, the small tables being placed artistically between the plants. Mrs Cunningham received her guests wearing a navy blue crepe de chine

frock, and a fawn hat. Mrs J. Shand was in black with insets of cherry red, her hat. being in black silk, with cherry red bands. A. iig th gu . ■ i’sa. ■■;es O'Meara, Stratton, Herbert, Stewart, Dinwiddle, M’Caw, J. Landels, Common, Rivers, Thomson (Napier), Ruddenklau (Napier), J. A. Miller, Beamish, Foote (Havelock North), Georgi, A. Tonkin, Olliver, G. M’Leod, Cummings, O. Krogh, and Budd. Miss Cara Johnstone was the guest of Miss S. Williams, St. Lawrence. Otane. Mrs de Stacpoole, Takapau, is the guest of Mrs H. N. Watson, of Palmerston North. Mrs Marchbanks, of Napier, is visiting her mother, Mrs Fitzherbert, of Palmerston North. Mrs A. O. Russell has returned to Wanganui after visiting Napier. Miss Sybil Martin, who was in Dannevirke for Miss M. E. Thompson's wedding, has returned to Auckland. Mrs W. H. Parkes, of Auckland, has returned from a visit to Dannevirke. Miss Gretta Bull, of Napier, has left on a trip to Sydney. Mr and Mrs A. J. Inglis, of Onga Onga, left on a trip to Rotorua. Mrs A. E. Mocindoe, of Roslyn road, Napier, has returned from a visit to Auckland. Miss M’Farlane, of Clyde road, Napier, is on a motor trip to Gisborne. Mrs F. Hill, of Wairoa, is visiting in Dannevirke. Mr and Mrs H. S. Reynolds, of Waipawa, left on a visit to Auckland. Mrs F. D. Morrah has returned to Invercargill from a holiday spent in Hawke’s Bay. Miss N. Cowper, of Dannevirke, is the guest of Mrs Douglas Williams, of Havelock North. Mrs F. M’Leod, of Hastings, is on a visit to Christchurch. Miss D. Butterfield is spending the school vacation with her parents at the vicarage in Wairoa. Mrs and Miss Otton, of Auckland, are visiting Waipawa. Miss Marjorie Fitzherbert, of Palmerston North was a visitor in Napier. Mrs G. Haggitt, of Palmerston North, was a visitor to Napier and Hastings during the week. Mrs J. Shand, Mrs T. Cunningham, and Miss Betty Cunningham, of Hastings, are spending a short time In Napier. Mrs C. Harker, of Hatuma, is a visitor to Christchurch. Dr and Mrs J. ‘Williams, of Gisborne, were the guests of Mr A. Williams, St. Lawrence, Otane, Hawke’s Bay. Miss Rathbone, of Waipawa, is the guest of Canon and Mrs Butterfield, of Wairoa. Mrs E. R. White, of “ Tana,” Takapau, has left on a trip to England. Miss Cox, of Timaru, has been visiting Hastings. . AUCKLAND, May 10. The Click Clack cabaret was decorated to represent a Chinese flower garden last Friday evening on tho occasion of the dance held in aid of the new Auckland Sunbeams’ Free Kindergarten, which is being built In Virginia avenue. The lounge was also prettily decorated and furnished with tables for those who wished to play bridge instead of dancing. Members of the com- , mittee present included Mrs Milne, in a

charming pink sequined frock ;• Mrs Stokes, who wore a frock of black georgette over lame; Mrs Harrowell, geranium red georgette, with side panels of gold tissue; Mrs Kidd, lobelia blue crepe de chine ; Mrs Campbell, black georgette, with lace panels ; Mrs Kirk, green and gold tissue; Mrs M'Kean, cream lace over pearl grey crepe de chine; Mrs Plummer, black georgette; Mrs Ryder, black georgette; Miss Duncan, shell pink georgette and silver lace; and Miss Gannaway, gold lace over bois de rose satin. The projected community club for children at Freeman’s Bay Is finding many sympathisers, and many efforts are being made to raise funds for the purpose. One of the latest is that of the Bridge Circle of the Community Club Ladies' Auxiliary Play and Recreation Association, who are intending to hold a bridge afternoon once a month for the purpose. The first of these was held in the entertainment hall in Eady’s new music warehouse in Queen street last Wednesday afternoon, when over 200 players were present. The arrangements were carried out by the committee, consisting of Mrs F. E. N. Gaudin, Mrs F. Rainger, Mrs Grattan, Mrs A. J. Prior-Williams, Mrs D’ArcyJones, Mrs Quartley, Mrs Eady, Mrs Gresham, Mrs S. G. Brown. Mrs Taylor, and Miss M’Donnell. Mrs N. E. Ferner, who is president of the Association, made a short welcoming speech. Tea was provided and served by the committee. Mrs J. H. Luxford was the hostess last Friday afternoon at a bridge party given by her at the Lyceum Cub for Mrs A. Edwards, of Wellington. Another bridge party during the past week was that given by Mrs Aiderton at her home in Portland road, Remuera, on Friday afternoon. The Devonport Navy League held a social in their rooms at Devonport last Wednesday evening as a farewell to Mrs S. Lucas, who has been an active member of the branch for the past 18 months, and who is leaving the district. Mrs A. C. Day, of Wellington, was the hostess at a pleasant morning tea party held in the Tudor rooms at Milne and Choyce’s last Saturday morning. All shades of chrysanthemums, ranging from pale gold to dark red, were used to decorate the table. There were about. 30 guests, amongst whom were Lady Nolan and Miss Nolan, Mrs and Miss Boyle, Mrs and Miss Tcwsley, Mrs Wilkin, Mrs Wake, Mrs and Miss Coleman. Mrs Nathan. Mrs Fitchett, Mrs Kirker, Mrs Marler, Mrs Bankart, Mrs Lawford, Mrs A. M. Ferguson. Mrs S. A. Stride, Mrs Pritt, Miss Dinah Isaacs, Mrs 11. R. Bloomfield and her daughter, Miss Bruce Hay ; Miss Betty Lackhart, Miss Kiker, and Miss Dunnett. Mrs E. G. B. Moss, who has been spending the summer months at Silverstream, Wellington, with her brother, Mr G. B. Hull, has returned to her flat in Parnell for the winter. Mrs Russell Stevenson, of Wanganui, and her little daughter are the guests of Mrs Joyce, of Orakei road, Remuera, for a few weeks. Mi- and Mrs Hunter-Weston and Miss Hunter-Weston were staying at the Grand Hotel for a short neriod nreparatory to- leaving on a visit to Honolulu. _ WEDDIN G. A wedding which created considerable interest in Ravensbourne was solemnised in St. Andrew’s Church on May 10. the Contracting parties being Miss Dulcie Thomson, tho only daughter of Mr and Mrs A. G. Thomson, and Mr Stuart F. Morris, headmaster of Stoke School, Nelson.' The church was beautifully decorated by Mrs Peter Young and assistants, a special feature being a lovely marriage bell, tinder which the bridal party stood. Archdeacon Whitehead performed the ceremony in an impressive manner, and the service was partly choral, the surpliccd choir boys being present. Miss Kathleen Pickerill officiated at the organ, and played the “Wedding March” as the bride entered the church on the arm of her father, attended by Miss Constance Young as bridesmaid. Mr G. W. Thomson carried out the duties of best man. The bride made a charming picture in an English model frock of white georgette, with an artistic design carried out in sequins and pearls, the latter outlining the petalled skirt. Her veil was of scalloped embroidered net, becomingly arranged on a coronet of orange blossoms. She carried a bouquet of white chrysanthemums, roses, and maidenhair fern. Silver shoes and stockings completed a lovely bridal toilet. The bridesmaid wore a dainty frock of sky blue georgette, with a hem of French point lace, over an underdress trimmed with silver tissue and rows of pastel shaded ribbons. Her picture hat was of black crinoline, with a posy of blue and pink flowers, and she wore silver shoes and stockings. She carried a bouquet of lavender and pink flowers. The bride’s mother was attired in a handsome black satin frock, made with acordion pleating. The flare at the side was caught up with, a diamante ornament, and the vest was of dove grey georgette. She wore a smart toque of black panne velvet and silk, and a chenille coat relieved with silver-grey collar and cuffs. Her bouquet was of red roses and maidenhair fern. Mrs J. W. Morris (Hokitika) wore a smart coat frock of navy rep with touches of fawn fur, and a chic naw felt hat A reception was afterwards held at the Strand Salon, where 50 guests were entertained by their host and hostess. .Later the bridal pair left for their honeymoon, en route for Wellington, the bride wearing a blue crepe de chine frock under a saxe blue velour coat with roll collar and cuffs of grey fur, and a blue velour hat to tone. A very large number of presents, including cheques, were received by the young couple, and prior to the marriage the bride was the guest of honour at several gift evenings. The | scholars and teachers of the Anglican Sunday School presented her with a hand- | some token of esteem. On the eve of her wedding a deputation from the West Harb°ur Brass Band waited on the bride-elect w-hen Bandmaster Davies presented her with a handsome coffee service as a recognition of the musical assistance she had given the band in its entertainments.