TABLE TALK

Otago Witness, Issue 4041, 25 August 1931, Page 55

TABLE TALK

DUNEDIN. August 24. Mrs Easther has returned from Oaiuaru.

Miss June Batchelor has returned from Timaru.

Mrs Maurice Meyers has returned from Christchurch,

Mr and Mrs J. C. Stephens have returned from Timaru.

Mrs Arthur Ibbotson is staying in Christchurch with her parents.

Mrs J. G. Young and her children are visiting Mrs Bowker, Dunback.

Miss K. Bartholomew is staying with Mrs R. Jopp, Alexandra.

Miss Airini Brewer has returned from’a visit to Christchurch.

Miss Joan Oram, who has been staying in Wellington, has returned home.

Miss Olive Booth of Christchurch, is staying with Mrs Walden Fitzgerald, Royal Terrace.

Mr and Mrs Ralph Chaffey left on Tuesday for their home in North Canterbury.

Miss Anita Tapley, of Invercargill, is the guest of Mr H. L. Tapley, London street.

Mrs W. White, of the Levels, Timaru, is staying with her mother, Lady Fenwick, Alva street.

Miss Betty Lane has returned to Ashburton, after finishing a course in massage.

Mrs Ivo Carr entertained a few friends at bridge on Thursday afternoon at her residence, High street.

Mrs James Black, of Moray place, gave a small luncheon party at the Otago Women’s Club on Tuesday. Present were Mesdames J. M. Gallaway. R. Kennedy, P. R. Sargood, and Miss Farquhar.

The engagement is announced of Airini Woodford, eldest daughter of Mr and Mrs Douglas Brewer, Merlin street, Roslyn, to Dr Edward Kenmure McLean, second son of Mr and Mrs Duncan AlTLean, Waipawa, Hawke’s Bay.

The engagement is announced of Joan Alice, second daughter of Mr and Mrs Norton Oram, Highgate, Roslyn, to William Kenneth F, elder son of Dr and Mi’s David Macmillan, Prestwick, Manchester, England.

The St. Clair Women’s Literary Circle met at Mrs Brook’s residence, Albert street. St. Clair, when the members spent an enjoyable evening. Two plays were read, “ The Pot of Broth,” by IV. B. Yeats, and “ A King’s Hard Bargain,” by Lieu-tenant-Colonel W. P. Drury, C.B.E.

The Play Reading Circle met at the Otago Women’s Club on Tuesday evening. Mrs R. Gilkison was in the chair, owing to the absence of Mrs A. C. Stephens (chairwoman). There was a good attendance of members, who greatly enjoyed the miscellaneous programme, consisting of five short plays, one entitled “ Half An Hour ” having been written by Miss Eileen Service.

A farewell afternoon was given for Miss Jean M’Neur, M.A., on Thursday in the First Church Hall by the Ladies’ Association of the P.W.M.U. and friends. The function was most enjoyable. Mesdames Stevely, Watt, Dick, and Sister Elinor made very appreciative references to the guest of honour, expressing the best of wishes for her success in her future life, in the mission work in Canton, China. A presentation of books was made to Miss M'Neur, who gracefully replied. Afternoon tea was then served, when all present took the opportunity of saying goodbye.

On Tuesday Mrs W. Laidlaw gave an enjoyable afternoon tea at her residence, Pitt street in honour of Signora da Pozza and Miss Annie Cargill (Rome). The hostess received the guests in the drawing room wearing a becoming silver grey chenille embossed georgette. Tea was served in the dining room, where a bowl of jonquils was prettily arranged in the centre of the table. Also present were Lady Williams, Mesdames J. Al. Ritchie, Watson Shennan, J. Al. Gallaway, Aufrere Fenwick. Stanley Batchelor, Macassey, J. Shand, E. L. Macassey, J. A. Roberts, Misses F. Cargill, M. Cargill. Graham, Webster, Macassey, Galla-way, E. Hart, I. Rattray.

Mrs Russell Ritchie gave a delightful afternoon tea on Friday at her residence. George street. Signora da Pozza and Miss Annie Cargill (Rome) being the guests of honour. Mrs Russell Ritchie received her guests in the drawing room

wearing a becoming red frock with white collar and culls. Miss Joan Ritchie, who assisted her mother, wore a smart pastel blue shantung silk. Tea was served in the dining room where a crystal bowl of iceland poppies adorned the table. Present were Mrs J. Al. Ritchie, Mrs G. R. Ritchie, Mesdames Stanley Batchelor, F. Fitchett, Misses F. Cargill, Gilkison, Rattray, Webster, Richardson (2).

Last Tuesday evening the charity ball to raise funds for the St. Vincent de Paul Society took place in the Town Hall, and proved a brilliant success. Bishop Whyte was supported on the stage by the official party, including the matrons of honour. Mesdames J. Richardson and A. F. Quelch. Mrs J. Richardson wore a handsome model French gown of dull black satin beaute charmingly adorned with diamante trimming on back and front from the normal waistline in a sunray design; Mrs A. F. Quelch being attired in a very becoming model gown of black georgette underlaid with black satin de luxe and a rich wrap of black and gold lame. A full report of Lie function appears on page 7 of this issue.

A very successful evening was spent by the St. Clair Women’s Club when the unmarried members provided the programme for the evening which was divided into two, the seniors taking the first part and the juniors the second. Miss M’Dougall opened the programme by reading a paper on “ Women’s Work in the World.” Then followed a reading entitled “ Their Reasons,” by Misses Blyth and M’Dougall. The next item was written by Miss M’Dougall called “An Afternoon Call,” those taking part being Misses Blyth, M’Dougall, D. Grigg, Routledge. An illustrated song, “ Riding Down to Bangor,” was very amusingly carried out by Misses Hunter, D. Grigg. Snowball. Pearce. Blyth, and Brook. The second half of the programme was given by the junior members and proved very bright and attractive. They appeared in national costumes representing India, China, Ireland, and Holland. The following contributed to the latter portion of the programme: Misses Ombler, Thomson, Green, Barton, Brook, qnd Keyes (2).

On Thursday St. Hilda’s College annua) bazaar was held in the large hall which presented a gay and fascinating appearance decorated with house colours. Each liouse was represented by a stall. Lawrence House produce stall was carried out in Chinese design, and those assisting were Misses Coulston, Iliff, I. Macdonald, Joan Nevill, and Ena Porter. Nelson House as a work stall was surrounded by a trellis, work with blue and gold effectively decorated. Misses Peake, Armstrong, Leila Rice, and Margaret Luck were at this stall. Wellington House took charge of the flower stall, which was very attractive. Misses Macdonald, Betty Tait, and Margory Humford were well patronised in selling their flowers. Havelock House sweet stall ’had many attractions, some being decorative owls filled with sweets and hanging from branches. Misses Stella Fitchett, Glasgow, Patterson, and Helen Cox were very •successful in their sale of goodies. The Old Girls’ stall was in charge of Mesdames Dodgshun, T. Bridgeman. Harty, Fitzgerald, Smeaton, Stephens Gibbs, Davidson, Featherstone, Irwin. Misses Conn, Alondy, Hanlon, Halsted, and Richards. Mrs Lord and Misses Nance Watts, and Vina Webb presided at the tea stall. Mrs Richards officially opened the bazaar. In the evening a very successful entertainment took'place.

On Thursday evening the Pirates Football Club held their annual dance in the Concert Chamber of the Town Hall. The visiting football team from Australia being the guests of honour, including Mr T. C. Davis (New South Wales), Mr S. Malcolm (captain), and Mr Bennett (Queensland) who is travelling with them. The committee were Messrs Len. Wright (secretary), W. Statham, W. Walker, IV. Noble, F. Grant. The chaperons were Mrs Donald Stuart, who wore a handsome gown of black satin, with black and gold lace draping the skirt, and coatee of chenille velvet; and Mrs R. L. Fairmaid was attired in black georgette with insets of gold lame and coatee of red chenille velvet. Mr Styche (president) welcomed the visitors on behalf of the club, and called for three cheers, which were heartily given. Present were Mr and Mrs Percy Priest, black and gold lace; Mr and Mrs Hugh Speight, floral lame with coatee to match, fur collar; Mr and Mis Cavanagh, beige lace and georgette; Air and Airs Keith Mitchell, saxe blue embossed velvet; Air and Airs S. Paris, black ring velvet with spray of white flowers; Air and Airs H. Harris, black lace frock with black and silver cloak; Air and Airs St. George, pastel blue taffeta with coatee of chenille velvet to tone; Air and Airs Haub, Air and Airs Wheeler, Air and Airs Grant, Air and Airs Brugh, Airs Innes-Walker, Airs Carr. Aliss Kathleen Pike was the debutante that evening, and she looked very charming in a pretty frock of white net banded with rows of white satin ribbon. Miss Peggy" Stuart, forget-me-not blue georgette; Aliss Leslie Brewer, pastel blue crepe de chine: Aliss Alay Brewer, pale yellow georgette; Aliss Peggy Brewer,

apricot georgette; Miss Paddy’ Palmer, old rose brocade; Aliss Alackay, blue lace; Aliss Joan Priest, white lace; Aliss Eiieen Hanlon, black ring velvet; Aliss IV. Speight, soft blue satin; Aliss Alary Statham, floral green georgette; Edna Greenslade, floral georgette; Aliss M. Robertson. green floral georgette; Aliss W. Sunderland, black georgette with net yoke and diamante ornaments; Messrs Donald Stuart, Norman Brewer, R. Tapley, J. Alanson. J. Fitzgerald. A. Kingston, J. Hook, J. Green. L. Hudson, A. Regan, Watson, Todd. Caradns, R. Young, L. Pullar, and H. Cameron.

TNVERCARGIGLL, August 22. Airs T. Al. Alacdonald. Grey street, left on Thursday for Auckland. Airs IV. J. Barclay has taken her children to The Rocks. Air and Airs James Alacalister are visiting Christchurch.

Air and Airs F. A. Webb are visiting Christchurch.

Airs S. K. Sleigh, who has been staying with her brother, Dr R. H. Hogg, Spey street, for some time, has returned to Dunedin.

Air and Airs J. F. H. Alexander. Thames street, are spending a few days in Dunedin.

Airs W. P. Reid, Central Otago, was the guest of Aliss Kathleen Anderson, Victoria Park, last week-end. Aliss Bessie APGregor, Alount Linton, was the guest of Aliss Marjory Todd, Earnslaw street, during the week. Aliss Lilian Kennedy, “ Otautau, was the guest of Miss Rae Stuckey. Earnslaw street, during the week. Aliss Alolly APGregor, Alount Linton, returned on Tuesday from an extended holiday in Wellington and Christchurch. Dr and Airs G. H. Uttley, Kelvin road, are visiting Timaru for the secondary schools' tournament. Aliss Tait, who was their guest, has returned to Hawke’s Bay. Aliss Anne Giller, Alossburn, was the guest of her aunt, Airs J. Chilwell, Underwood, on her way home. AlrsT. R. Abercrombie, Riverton, was the guest of Airs H. D. APHugh, Thames street, during the week. Air and Airs E. R. Wilson, Aliss Kitty Wilson, and Air A. R. Dunlop motored to Christchurch on Saturday for the holidays. Aliss Yvonne Levvey is down from Christchurch for the vacation.

Aliss Bentham, Timaru, ’is the guest of her sister, Airs T. S. Tomlinson, Swinton street.

Aliss Peggy Holmes and Aliss Joyce Wright, Auckland, who were dancing in the “ Sons o’ Guns ” Company, stayed with Aliss Hackworth, Spey street, during the Invercargill season. Air and Airs A. Struan Gardner, Lillburn Valley, were the guests of Air and Airs E. B. Pilcher, Spey street, during the week.

Aliss Olive Booth, Christchurch, is spending the week-end with Airs F. H. Bennetts, High street, Rosedale. Aliss Alariou Royds has returned from Littlebourne, where she was the guest of Airs Sandford Cox.

Aliss Lousley and Aliss Reid are visiting Queenstown for the holidays. Aliss Olive Alorrah was entertained at morning tea by Airs L. B. Rowe, Albert street, on Friday. Airs R. J. Gilmour, Herbert street, was a bridge hostess for Aliss Olive Alorrah on Tuesday evening. Others present were Alesdames C. F. A. Jones, W. J. Barclay, F. G. Hall Jones, A. B. Aloffett, Aliss Hackworth, and Aliss Lousley. On Thursday evening, Air and Airs F. C. Rowley entertained three tables at bridge in honour of Air Spencer Rowley, who leaves on September 3 for Manila (Philippine Islands). Their guests included Air and Airs Spencer Rowley, Dr and Airs J. G. Alacdonald, Alesdames G. I. Aloffett, C. Otway. W. Handyside, J. B. Sale, Alisses Alolly Rowlej’, and S. Hackworth. Prizes were won by Air Spencer Rowley and Airs Handyside.

Skating is still the most popular pastime amongst young and old in this city, and numbers of midnight skating parties have been arranged this winter. Over 200 people were present at the large party arranged by an energetic committee from the combined banks on Tuesday, at the De Luxe Rink.

A one-act play, “ Legend,” was read at the Play Reading Circle of the Women’s Club on Tuesday in conjunction with a prose reading from “Nicholas Nickleby,” a new departure for this circle. The play cast was as follows: —Airs Reid, Airs L. B. Hutton; Airs Walters, Aliss Perrin; Air Fallowes, Aliss Samuel; The Stranger, Aliss Kathleen Anderson; chorus, Mrs T. S. Tomlinson. For the prose reading, Airs R. S. Al'lnnes read the part of Squeers, Aliss Perrin his wife, Airs C. E. Watts the part of Nicholas, and Aliss Kathleen Anderson, Smike. Airs T. S. Tomlinson again read the chorus.

OAAIARU, August 22. Airs Orbell, Reed street, who motored to Timaru for the Orbell —Tripp wedding. has returned. Aliss Nony Reid left on Thursday for Auckland, where she will be the guest ot her sister, Dr and Airs Allan Macdonald, Alount Albert.

Mrs Allan- Orbell, Waikouaiti, and Airs H. Orbell, who motored to Timaru for the Orbell—Tripp wedding, have returned.

Airs Cuthbertson has gone to Geraldine for a short holiday. Alisa Brenda Cuthbertson has returned from Dunedin.

Airs Thorpe Preston has returned from Christchurch.

Airs Thompson, who spent the weekend in town, has returned to “ Brookstead,” Bortons.

WAIMATE. August 22. Mr and Airs J. A. Firman. Queen street, have left on a three weeks’ tour through the North Island. They plan travelling via Nelson and holidaying a week in Auckland.

Aliss Patriqia Richardson, of Studholme Junction, was a debutante at the Charity Ball held in Dunedin recently. Mrs C. Coventry and her children, Opie street, are spending the school holidays at the Waitaki Huts. Airs Hugh APFarlane, IVaihaorunga, who was the guest of Airs Westmacott, Timaru, has returned home.

Airs A. A. Scott, Alii) road, has left to spend a holiday with friends at Temuka and Fairlie. Aliss Janet Studholme, “ Te Waimate,” was one of the bridesmaids at the Tripp —Orbell wedding in Timaru. Aliss Studholme’s frock was of net in the uncommon shade of pale coffee. The plain bodice, with long sleeves, was finished by a cavalier cape, which fell to the waistline at the back, tied in a flat bow in front, and edged by narrow net frilling. The long skirt was made with an unusual effect of deep flounces short enough to show the cherry-coloured shoes. A bandeau of cherry-coloured satin, narrowed in front, was covered with tiny velvet flowers of the same gay shade, and she carried a spray of red japonica. Other Waimate visitors at the wedding included Air and Airs E. C. Studholme, Aliss Carlisle Studholme, Air David Studholme, Captain and Airs Neill Rattray. Captain and Airs George Hennessy, Aliss Alarion Al'Lean.

TIMARU. August 22. Airs J. G. Coates (Wellington), who has been visiting Christchurch, has arrived in Timaru as the guest of Airs R. 11. Rhodes, “Carne.” Sealy street. Airs Coates has been asked by the Women’s Auxiliary to come to Timaru and address the women supporters of the Reform Party. The address will be given on Wednesday at the Little Playhouse. Air and Airs A. J. Mullins, Hampton House Flats, who were the guests of Air and Airs B. H. Howell, “ Alatata,” have left to stay with Air and Airs W. H. Howell, Alount Nimrod. Aliss Cora Wilding. “ Fownhope,” St. Alar tins, has left for Geraldine to assist Aliss Ladbrooke in conducting the first Health Camp to be held under the auspices of the recently formed Sunlight League.. She will be in Geraldine for three weeks.

A marriage has been arranged between Alister Patrick, younger son of the late Air and Airs A.’ Boyle, of Christchurch, and Rosa, younger daughter of Air and Airs Howard Tripp, of Wai-iti road, A jolly dance was held at the Broadway Cabaret in honour of the marriage of Aliss Nancy Orbell and Air John Tripp. Among those invited were Air and Airs H. Sinclair-Thomson, Dr and Airs F. F. A. Ulrich, Air and Airs G. H. R. Ulrich, Air and Airs J. A. Alullins, Air and Airs K. de Castro, Airs V. Boyle, Alisses Cecil and Elizabeth Elworthy, June Orbell, June Batchelor, Peggy Williams, Evelyn Pinckney, Alary and Rosamond Rolleston. Kit Ormonde, Cara Pinckney, Diana and Sylvia Orbell. Nonie Pinckney, Janet Studholme, Dendrah Rhodes, Catherine Johnstone. Margery Gibson. Peggy Unwin. Lou Cartwright. Alary and Nancy Bond, Janet Paterson. Betty and Nan Cossins, Rosa Tripp, Elena Helmore, Scota Steward, Peggy Orbell (Waikouaiti), Alessrs C. and J. Acland, J. Hargreaves, B. Shaw, R. and J. Alorris, E. and J. Kerr, G. InnesJones, I. Hamilton, T. Johnstone, E. Elworthy, H. Elworthy, P. and H. Stevens, P. Gresson, Wright, H. Pinckney, Steward, G. and L. Chapman. R. Burdon, R. Harper, D. and B. Unwin, J. Rolleston, P. Boyle E. Wilson (Dunedin), B. Thomas, A. Elworthy, and Commander D. Boyle. The popularity which the South Canterbury Drama League has attained was shown when the Scottish Hall was filled with a very large audience. Four plays were given, each receiving much applause. Those present included Dr W. H. Unwin, Air and Airs G. Webster, Airs and Aliss Bowler, Aliss Wilson, Airs A. A. Scott, Dr and L. S. Talbot, Airs L. E. Finch, Airs A. Wigley, Alts W. Raymond, and Aliss Dorothy Raymond, Air and Airs A. E. Lawrence. Air and Airs F. I. Washbourn, Airs R. H. Rhodes, Airs F. L. Barker, Air W. H. Walton and Dorothy AValton, Airs P. AlacLean, Airs Alurchison, Airs R. Hurst. Aliss Olive Bound. Airs W. Priest, Aliss Elsie Hassall, Aliss Doris Hart, Air and Airs Minehan, Aliss Evelyn Pinckney, Air F. J. Rolleston and Aliss Rosamond Rolleston. Airs J. Temple, Airs Eric Scott, Dr and Airs F. F. A. Ulrich, Aliss Ulrich (Dunedin). Aliss Wade, Air and Airs E. G. Kerr, Airs H. Alayo, Airs F. E. Whitehead,

Miss Lily Macdonald. Airs G. E. Gabites, Mis C. Bowker, Airs Jones and Aliss Doris Jones, Air and Airs W. D. Campbell, Air and Mrs W. Thomas, Miss Ailsa Campbell, Mrs Donald. Airs C. E. Kerr, Aliss Betty Kerr, Aliss Alargaret Kerr. Air and Airs J. , 9 Aliss Culverwell, Aliss Barr, Rev, T. Stinson and Airs Stinson. Aliss Alargery Gibson Airs W. G. Tweedy. Airs J. Al. Scott, Airs G. H. Cossins, Aliss APLaren, Mr and Airs B. Tripp, Mrs K. de Castro, Miss Nan Cossins. Aliss Knubley, Aliss IV. Paterson, Aliss Janet Paterson. Dr and Mrs IV. Burns. Airs D. B. Shand, Air and Airs A. Wheeler, Aliss Inglis. Airs G. Robinson, Aliss AlacLean, Aliss Alary Mackenzie, Aliss Hay, Aliss Knubley, Aliss Blandford, Aliss Revell, Dr and Airs Little, Aliss O'Brien. Aliss P. Chapman, Airs and Aliss Clissold, Airs Whiteombe, Airs E. J. Le Cren, Dr and Airs C. A. Paterson Airs G. 11. Andrews.

A wedding of much interest was solemnised at the Church of the Sacred Heart, Craigie avenue, when Isabella, youngest daughter of Air and All's James Aleehan, “ Waimea House,” Sefton street, was married to Air Noel Newton, of Bradford-on-Avon, England. The ceremony was performed by the Very Rev. Dean Holley, S.AI. The bride, who is well known in musical circles, looked very charming in a gown of rich parchment tinted satin, made with long, tight sleeves and close-fitting bodice. The full flared skirt formed a slight train. Her long tulle veil was lightly embroidered and was worn far back on the head, with pendants of orange blossom on either side. Cream court shoes, a double string of pearls and creole pearl ear-rings made a charming finish, and she carried a bouquet of deep red anemones. The bride was followed by two little flower girls (her nieces). Alisses Helen Geaney and Afarie Aleehan, who were dressed in quaint frocks of parchment chiffon, made with yokes and stpiare necks; their long, fully flared skirts were rucked to the bodices and they wore embroidered crinoline straw hats of the same shade, trimmed with flat satin bows. They wore pearls and carried little cream beaded bags (the gift of the bridegroom) and also posies of red anemones. The two bridesmaids, following the bride, were Aliases Eileen O’Aleeghan and Dorothy Prictor (Wellington). They also wore parchment tinted frocks of chiffon, simply made with fitting bodices, belted at the waist, and caught with pearl buckles, they had long. tight sleeves and the skirts were fully flared, almost touching their parchment tinted shoes. They wore pearls and carried bouquets of red anemones and also the bride-bride-groom’s gift (which were French beaded bags). The best man was Air Alartin Aleehan. and the groomsman was Air Nor. man Aleehan (brothers of the bride). The bridal music and voluntaries during the service were played by Air N. D. Mangos. and Ave Alaria was sung by Mrs IV. I. Tait.

After addressing a meeting of the Women’s Auxiliary of the Timaru Reform League, Airs J. G. Coates was entertained at afternoon tea by Airs J. C. Al’Kenzie at her home in Queen street. The other ladies present included members of the committee of the auxiliary. Airs Coates, who has been the guest of Airs R. H. Rhodes Carne,” Sealy street, during her stay in Timaru, motored to Gordon’s Valley one morning and lunched with Airs P. A. Elworthy. The Opposition Leader’s wife addressed a country gathering this afternoon, and was to leave for Wellington by the 4.34 p.m. express train.

A picturesque wedding was solemnised in St. Alary’s Church, when Nancy Spence, younger daughter of Air and Airs R. L. Orbell, “The Croft.” was married to John Owen Howard, elder son of the Rev. H. H. Tripp ’and Airs Tripp, of Dicheat Rectory, Bath, Somerset. Archdeacon H. W. Alonaghan conducted the wedding eermony. and the bridal music was played by Mr A. W. V. Vine. Tall arum lilies and sprays of japonica were effectively arranged on the altar, and against a background of soft greenery glowed masses of golden gorse and broom. The bride, who entered the church on the arm of her father, wore a beautiful dress of gleaming ivory satin, and added to the charming combination of the beautiful satin and Brussels lace was the romance that the bride’s frock had been made from her mother’s wedding dress. The yoke of Honiton lace was mounted on ivory silk net, which matched the long net sleeves, and the simple close-fitting frock, which fitted the figure to the waistline. fell into a skirt of graceful folds which formed a short train at the back. A beautiful veil of Brussels lace mounted on filmy silk net formed the head-dress and train, and the veil was drawn into a little cap shape to fit the head by a spray of orange blossom, which finished in a tiny cluster at one side. A long rope of pearls, ivory shoes and stockiflgs, and a sheaf of arum lilies finished this very attractive picture. The bride was followed by a pretty little train-bearer. Aliss Geraldine Ulrich (cousin of the bride), whose dainty frock of ivory silk net exactly matched the bride’s train. Her frock was made with a tiny frilled cape, and her long skirt fell almost to the ground in a flounced effect. She wore little jvory shoes and a bandeau of coloured satin studded with velvet flowers of the same shade encircled her

fair curia, while a little red ivory brooch was pinned to her frock (the gift of the bridegroom). A very picturesque retinue of bridesmaids came next in unusual irocks of cafe an lait. Miss June Orbell (sister of the bride), Miss Peggy Williams (cousin of the bridegroom), Miss Janet Studholme (AA’aimate). Aliss Alary Rolleston, Aliss Elena Rolleston, and Alisa Cecil Elworthy were all dressed alike in frocks of net in the uncommon shade of pale coffee colour over crepe de chine of the same colour. The plain bodices, with long sleeves, were finished by cavalier capea which fell to the waistline at the back, tied in a flat bow in front, and edged by narrow net frilling. The long skirts were made with an unusual effect of deep flounces short enough to display their cherry-coloured satin shoes. Bandeaux of cherry-coloured satin, narrowed in the front, were covered with tiny velvet flowers of the same gay shade, and they carride sprays of red japonica. Each bridesmaid wore an attractive clip brooch of diamante and coloured brilliants, the gift of the bridegroom. The best man was Air Basil Shaw and Air J. Acland was groomsman, while the ushers’ duties were carried out by Alessrs J. Hargreaves. C. Acland. R. Harper, and G. Hunter-Weston. The guest list was lengths- and most representative. After the ceremony a reception was held at “ The Croft,” where Air and Airs Orbell received their guests in the hall, which was artistically arranged with dried flowers and leaves in autumn tints and everlastings, statice, and globe artichokes. Airs Orbell wore a becoming frock of Burgundy crepe de chine patterned in a gay floral design. The well-cut skirt was made with inverted pleats and the bodice was lightened by a shell pink georgette collar and jabot edged with a narrow knife-pleated frill. Her attractive hat was made of very fine brown straw and trimmed with narrow ribbons of Burgundy and beige. She carried a bouquet of freesias. The bride and bridegroom received the guests in the drawing room, where the vases were filled with sprays of red japonica and wands of feathery primus. A large marquee was erected on the tennis court, where small tables were decorated with flat bowls of floating spring flowers, anemones, iris stylotis, and primus, while the bridal table was arranged with vases of white Christmas roses and freesias, and primroses were strewn round the wedding cake. Aliss Ulrich, of Dunedin, aunt of the bride, wore a beautiful frock of black charmeuse. The corsage was made of white georgette veiled in black lace, and the long skirt was fully flared. With this was worn a short coat of black panne velvet with collar and cuffs of soft grey fur. Her small black hat was of fine pedal straw and trimmed with a white camellia. Sh&aearried a bouquet of red anemones. iWT. F- A. Ulrich (aunt of the bride) wore a smart suit of flecked marocain in shades of henna and lido blue. The collar and cuffs were finished with a stitched band of blue, and her dark blue Bangkok hat was plain except for two little blue bows in front. Airs G. H. R. Ulrich (aunt of the bride) wore a charming frock of smoky blue crepeline. The bodice was made with the fashionable bolero effect, with a scalloped edge to watch the blouse of white georgette, and the smartly cut skirt was finished with wide inverted pleats. Her hat of fine straw was of a darker shade of blue and she wore blue lizard skin shoes to match. Later in the afternoon Air and Airs J. O. H. Tripp left for the north for their honeymoon, the latter wearing a smart frock of honey dew and blue patterned ring velvet, made with a flared skirt and finished by a soft collar and cuffs of honey-coloured georgette. Over this was worn a well-cut cloth coat of the same attractive fawn shade, made with a deep collar and cuffs of squirrel fur, and her hat of the same shade was very small and close fitting, and was made of the finest straw and caught at one side with a jewelled clip brooch. She carried a pretty blue suede bag and wore blue lizard court shoes to match, and also wore the bridegroom’s preset, which was a beautiful little cornelian necklace.

ASHBURTON - , August 22. Air and Airs A. Bushell and Aliss Alargaret Bushell motored to Invercargill for the week-end. Aliss Al. Bushell remained as the guest of her sister, Airs Bolam. Air and Air H. Nicoll have returned from Christchurch, where they attended the races. Air and Airs A. Nicoll and Air and Airs G. Nicoll and Air and Airs. F. Seldon have also returned from Christchurch.

Airs Arthur Grigg is returning to-day from a visit to Christchurch. Airs J. A. Rouse has returned to Burwood from Ashburton. Airs J. G. Coates was a visitor to Ashturton during the week. On Tuesday she was entertained by the women of the

Cavendish Club at morning tea. She addressed a meeting of 300 women at St Andrew’s Hall during the afternoon. Air and Airs D. Jones accompanied Airs Coates.

The Rev. G. Alillcr (North-East Valley, Dunedin), who was the guest of his son, Dr G. I. Aliller. for a few days has returned to Dunedin.

Mr AV. Cobb, of the staff of the Ashburton Courthouse, who was recently married, has returned to Ashburton.

Air and Mrs S. Chaffey, Alount Possession, went to Timaru to attend the wedding of Aliss Nancy Orbell and Al" Tripp.

Air A. Lane. Air R. Al. Dunlop, and Air G. Feild are guests at the Hotel Federal. Christchurch.

Air and Airs G. B. Newton and the Aliases J. and S. Newton haf'e returned fiom Christchurch.

Aliss J. Rawnsley has returned from Christchurch.

Air and Airs Ross Brodie, Rangitata, went to Timaru on Alonday, when the South Canterbury D raina League gave four plays in the Scottish Hall.

Airs Ashley Dean (Methven), is staving with her mother. Airs F. 11. Pyne, Ater:vale, Christchurch.

Airs Trevor, Carter's terrace, is the guest of Airs Albert Roberts, Wills street.

CHRISTCHURCH. August 21. The weather was fine, but cold for the concluding day’s racing at Riccarton on Saturday. Amongst the many present were Alesdames 11. A. Knight. J. AV. Woodhouse. G. Aitken, D. AV. AVestenra, H. O. D. Aleares, Lady AA’ard, Alesdames G. Alacdonald, Shirreff-Hilton, Alisses Arolia Clifford and Al. Anderson, Alesdames J. F. Buchanan. AA’. Beadel, AV. H. Symes. Al. H. Godby, T. F. Gibson, John Montgomery. E. AVanklyn, 11. Barker, Miss P. Boyle, Alesdames N. Guthrie, AA 7 . Deans, Aliss O. AFllraith, Alesdames AA’. O. Campbell, A’. Robinson. D. Gould, G. Gerard, K. Arehtr, AA 7 . 11. Cooper, D. Rutherford. C. Reid, Aliss D. Bone, Airs G. Reid, Aliss Nanearrow, Alesdames AV, H. Orbell. C. L. Orbell, Aliss Cracroft AA’ilson, Alesdames A. Thomson, C. Williams. G. Helmorc. 11. Gray, R. Cracroft AVilson, N. Rattray, Alisses P. and G. Acton-Adams, Alesdames Al. Gresson, and Pat AA’ard, Aliss Betty Nanearrow, Alesdames Angus Alacdonald (Southland), G. Leslie Rutherford, E. J. Cordner, Alisses Q. Cordner, P. Ronalds, D. Rhodes, and S. Orbell, Alesdames J. F. Cracroft AA’ilson, A. Nicholl, L. Coop, N. Le Cren, J. Cook (Dunedin), Aliss F. Den-_ niston (Duiredin), Alesdames 11. St A' Alurray, G. AA’ood. G. Rutherford, P. Hall, Jack Anderson. Alisses Pearl Harley, N. Gard’ner, B. Holmes, A. Acton-Adams (Dunedin), H. Alontgomery, Helen Buchanan, Lois Ollivier, Mrs 11. J. Raphael, Aliss T. Raphael, Alesdames L. Alacfarlane, and Gerald Anderson, Aliss Isobel Turrell, Alesdames Godfrey Hall, Leslie Averill, Al, Louisson, J. AA 7 . K. Lawrence, F. G. Gibson, E. Bentley Davison, Alisses J. Overton, P. AA’J-nn-AVilliams, Betty AA 7 ebb, N. Hoare, and Peggy AA'illiams. Over 400 dancers, including many visitors to Christchurch, attended the Winter Garden Cabaret on Saturday evening to celebrate the termination of Race Week. Amongst the guests invited were the members of the Otago University Rugby team. The supper tables were decorated with vases of spring flowers and foliage, and a spirited programme of music was supplied by the Bailey-Marston Orchestra.

During Race AA’eek Aliss Elena Helmore (Timaru) and her cousin, Alias Chrystobel Bowen, arranged a very enjoyable skating party at the Olympia Skating Rink, Dundas street. Those present were Alesdames Gordon Rich, N. Rattray, J. F. Cracroft Wilson, E. J. Cordner. Alisses E. Helmore, C. Bowen, J. Studholme, A. Cooper, A. Upham, D. Orbell, C, Johnstone, P. Ronalds, C. Pinckney, N. Pinckney, H. Rich, P. Orbell, P. Powrie, P. ActonAdams, A. Acton-Adams, P. Williams, J. Jones, B.- Guthrie, P. AA 7 ynn-AA 7 illiams, N. Gard’ner, P. Brewer, N. Blunden, Q. Cordner, K. AVesteura, J, Gard’ner, D. Rhodes, A. Brewer, Al. Weld, D. Day, R. Tripp, G. Alaling, M. Studholme, C. AA 7 ilson, P. Kitto, AL Kitto, Alessrs J. F. Cracroft AVilson, G. Francis, H, Weld, AL Studholme, AV. Day, C. Acland, P. Boyle, E. Johnstone, N, Gard’ner, H. Pinckney, AV. Westenra, R, AA 7 estenra, J. Courage, R. Nedwill, J. Rolleston, R. J. S. Bean, Al. Acland, P. Alaling, H. Helmore, E. AV. Reeves, H. AA’ilson, D. Orbell, and B. Poulton. Aliss Catherine Hardie, who is to be married early next month, was the guest of honour at a very enjoyable “ pantry ” party given by Aliss Estella AA’oods. The drawing-room was gay with chrysanthemums and violets. After tea had been served the honoured guest opened the parcels, and thanked the hostess for her hospitality and the guests for their gifts.

Those present were Alesdames J. AA 7 oods, W. Hardie. T. P, Sewell, Alisses Catherine Hardie, Edna Dickson, Jessie Hardie, Edna Caven, Aluriel Dickson, Alabel Hardie, Alice Caven, Gladys Sewell, Josephine Dickson, and Ophir Caven. Alost of the visitors who were in Christchurch for the races last week returned to their homes on Saturday and Sunday. Many country people left for home from the racecourse, and a large contingent went north by the ferry steamer on Saturday night.

On Wednesday afternoon, at her home in Leinster road, Aliss Alary Scarvell, A.T.C.L., entertained her pupils and their parents at an enjoyable party, to mark the end of the term. The reception room was decorated with spring flowers, and the pupils, many of them tiny children, but all having decided musical talent, gave a very pleasing recital, illustrating the work done during the term. The children enjoyed a “party tea.” after which Airs and the Alisses Scarveil dispensed tea to the adults, amongst whom were Dr and Airs Frank Scott, Dr and Airs Douglas Anderson, Alesdames Hamilton Gould, P. F. Alann, H. Acton-Adams, Aliss Johnson, Alesdames AA’alcot AA’ood, H. E. Alusgrave. Aliss Alusgrave, Alesdames Geoffrey Hamilton; and Ashley Dean. Alisses J. Alacfarlane, E. AVilson, and Al. Thacker. Airs Alichael Campbell and Aliss Rose Campbell, who have been visiting Airs Arthur Poulton. Leinster road, have returned to Kowai Bush.

Alias Nancy AVilliains (Alasterton), who was the guest of Aliss Diana Allen. The Alill House, Fendalton, for Race AA’eek, has left for North Canterbury to stay with her sister. Airs Colin Deans. Aliss Anthea Loughnan has left for AA’ellington where is the guest of Airs R. H. Ellis.

Air and Airs AA'. J. AA’ratt (Fendalton), who have been spending the winter months in Auckland, have returned to Christchurch. Airs Lyn Lawrence and her children (Fendalton), have left for a holiday to Otira. Airs H. Kitson and her children have left for Otira, where they will spend the school holidays. A marriage has been arranged between True, younger daughter of Air and Airs P. L. Wright, “ Bicton.” Napier, and Frank, youngest son of Airs and the late Air R. G. Petre, Christchurch. A marriage has been arranged between Alistcr Patrick, youngest son of the late Air and Airs A. T. Boyle, Park terrace, Christchurch, and Rosa, younger daughter of Air and Airs Howard Tripp, AA’ai-iti road, Timaru.

AA’ELLINGTON, August 21

A very pleasant afternoon party was given at Parliament House by Alesdames Ansell, Hawke, Endean, and D. Jones. The hostesses stood at the entrance and received the guests, of whom there were about 200. The tea tables were very charmingly arranged with crystal vases and bowls, daffodils being freely used with feathery bush foliage, while the lower bowls were arranged with deeptoned cinerarias. Around the room were handsome pot-plants, many foliage ones being used, with cyclamen of many shades interspersed. Delicious tea was served, and conversation flowed on merrily. Airs Ramsay sang several songs, giving much pleasure, her accompanist being Aliss Vandersloot. ' Among the many present were Airs G. AV. and the Alisses Forbes, Lady Statham. Lady Luke. Lady Sidey. Airs and the Alisses Veitch, Mrs and Aliss Taverner. Lady Pomare and her daughter, Lady Carncross and Aliss Carncross, Airs Ransom. Airs S. G. Smith, Alisses Hawke, Airs Browne ((Christchurch). Airs and Aliss T. Rhodes. Alesdames Sprott, Thorne George. Lysnar. Hugh Campbell. Hogan. AA 7 . 11. Field, Hislop (New Plymouth), Alunro, Al aver, Lee Alartin. Healey. C. Turrell. Earle. G. H. P. Davidson. Vincent AA’ard, Bernard AA’ood. 11. Holland. Eastwood, Kyle, Cramond. Longmore, Linklater, O'Shea. R. A, AA’right. Collett, Earnshaw. Bollard. Guthrie. Al'Neil, K. S. Williams. Didsbury, AA’ilkinson. A. Sievwright, Alisses Downie Stewart. Carncross. Loy, Simpson, Lee Alartin, Lysnar, and many others.

The AA’ellington Orphans’ Club adventured on a second “ ladies’ evening.’’ held at the AA’entworth Cabaret, and this proved quite as enjoyable as the first, and was even more largely attended. A good musical programme began with an orchestral piece, “Pique Dame.” given under leadership of Orphan Harold Godier, who also was accompanist for the evening. Signor Cesaroni. Air Herbert AA’ood Aliss Godier. Air Brough, Air Glading. the “ Alariekura Choir” (ladies). Aliss AA’. Seymour. Air T. Hill, Aliss Al. Freeman, and Air Gardner all contributed excellent items. Orphan Odlin, introduced by Orphan Dr Izard, presided, and Alessrs T. S. Philpotts (hon. secretary) and the committee all assisted in entertaining. After supper dancing followed, and the evening could be reckoned as a very pleasant one. Al. and Alme. Balokovic were muchentertained people while in AA’ellington, Baron Fleetwood, the accompanist, being a guest of honour with them, also Dr APCollom, all of the Northern Light yacht which caused so much interest in AA’ellington. The Pioneer Club gave a pleasant afternoon reception for them, at which some good music was given by the Glee Circle, and some solos by members, the programme being arranged by Alesdames Alitchell and Ginn, the latter being the accompanist. The English-speaking Union gave a luncheon party at Kirkcaldie’s Jacobean Room, at which there was a large attendance of members, all anxious to meet such interesting people. Air Harold Johnston (president) welcomed them all, and spoke of the delight which Al. Balokovic’s music had given in AA’ellington. He urged the point that while languages differed, music spoke to all alike, and was a bond of union to all countries. Al. Balokovic, in his reply, said that he felt at a disadvantage in speaking, and would always rather speak to people through his violin. He had some nice things to say about New Zealand and its people, for he and his party had received so much kindness, and the weather was beautiful while they were in the Capital City, so that they could hardly believe that August is a real winter month. Another pleasant party given for Aladame Balokovic was that by Mrs Bernard AA’ood, who asked many Parliamentary and other ladies to meet her

at morning tea. The concerts were well attended and a great success, and the visitors left for Auckland full of good impressions.

The Athenian Club held another of the pleasant evening parties, which are so popular with members and friends. Air and Airs A. H. Young were host and hostess for the evening, and there was again a large gathering of guests. The Pharmacy Hall was well filled, and the programme included a number of novelty dances and a “ wagon supper ” which proved to be most popular. The programme was provided by Aliss Alary Cooley (monologues), Airs Benson, and Air Hancock (songs), Aliss Reece (violin solos), Airs Lionel Somerville (piano solos). The artists each received a gift from the hostess, who wore sapphire blue velvet and a coatee to match. The accompanists were Airs AA’alker, Alisses Ormi Reid and A’. Boesley. Aliss G. AValshe and Air APC’osker gave an exhibition dance. A party from the Charley’s Aunt Club included the following guests: Air and Airs Tracy, Air and Airs Lenden, Alesdames Tucker, Ashenden, Lissack, Bennett, and Snell. Others present included Air and Airs G. Castle, Mr and Airs Georgeson, Air and Airs Bradley, Air and Airs Parkin, Aliss P. Georgeson. Air and Airs N. Griffiths, Air Sherwood (president), and Airs Sherwood, Air AV. J. Anderson (secretary), and many of the “ younger set.” A successful dance was held at St. Francis Hall by the Northland Catholic Tennis Club, there being a large number present, and the arrangements all made for the pleasure of the guests. The floor and music were of the best, and extras were played by Aliss Stassen, while novelties added much to the pleasure of the evening. The club colours, maroon, blue, and white, were used freely in the decorations, and many beautiful flowers added to the good effect. The supper also was excellent, and the decorations a feature in the supper room. The committee consisted of Alisses G. Oxpring (in floral taffeta), L. Oxpring (black chiffon). Al. APDermott (cerise velvet), H. Quirk (black lace and georgette), Al. Plank (pink taffeta), also Alessrs J. Byrne. AA’. O'Shaughnessy, A. Rayner, R. AA’. Johnson, J. F. APDermott, and A. Al. Kitching. There was a large attendance of devotees of tennis, as well as many older people. It is anticipated that there will be a good sum of money to be handed over for the re-building of the Alarist Brothers’ house, which has been for a long time in need of renewal. Airs Taverner has returned from her brief visit to the south. Air and Airs AA’arwick Gregory have returned from a visit to Christchurch. Air and Airs Pat AA’ard have returned from a visit to Sir Cyril and Lady AA’ard, Christchurch. *

Air and Airs L. 0. H. Tripp are the guests of Aliss Tripp at Orari Gorge. Airs J. G. Coates has returned from a brief visit to Timaru and Ashburton. Aliss Alilliccnt Grose, AA’adestown, who has been visiting Airs Ollivier, Christchurch. has returned.

Aliss Longmore, AA’ellington, is a visitor to Christchurch.

Aliss J. Atkinson is leaving shortly for Alangatainoka. Air and Airs A. Parsons and Airs J. Dewsbury were among those who left for Sydney by the Alonowai.

Airs C. B. Trimnell and her daughter are visitors to Christchurch. Airs Garth Gallaway (Dunedin) is among the visitors to AA’ellington. Airs State, Alarlborough, is visiting AA’ellington. Airs H. Ronaldson. who has been visiting her parents. Air and Airs G. Chapman, Lower Hutt, has returned to Christchurch. Aliss Anthea Loughnan. Christchurch, is the guest of Airs R. 11. Ellis.

AA’AIRARAPA, August 20. The wedding was solemnised by the Rev. AA’. B. Pickering at the Alethodist Church, Pahiatua, recently, of Grace Evelyn, second daughter of Air and Airs P. Dowsett, of Alangatainoka, and Roy Lionel, eldest son of Air and Airs A. E. Harrowfield, AA’hakaronga, The bridesmaids were Alisses Alena Harrowfield and Florence Dowsett, the little flower girl being Hazel Harrowfield. Alessrs B. and L. Harrowfield carried out the duties of best man and groomsmen respectively. A reception was held. A’isitors were present from all parts of the AA’airarapa at a successful members’ “ Ingleside ” held by the AA’airarapa Caledonian Society in the Alasterton Alunicipal Hall on Thursday night. The ball and supper room were artistically decorated. The haggis was piped in in the customary manner by Piper AA’. Harvey and Pipe-major Murdoch APKenzie. The family and friends of Airs AL Thorbj’ celebrated her eightieth birthday recently at an enjoyable gathering in the Church of Epiphany Sunday school room at Alasterton. About 70 guests from all parts of the district were present. Airs Thorby played a eet of lancers on the piano. At supper she cut a birthday cake decorated with 80

candles. Air A. T. Whyte, of Carterton, proposed the health of Airs Thorby, and this was responded to by Air A. G. Thorby. Airs Thorby was born at St. Alary’s Ewington, London, in 1851, and came to New Zealand in the sailing ship Rakaia in 1880. After residing at AA’ellington, Auckland, and Alasterton, she took up her residence at Hastwell about 40 years ago. The engagement is announced of Elspeth, second daughter of Air and Mrs N. E. Donald, “ Rotopeko,” Lansdowne, Alasterton, and granddaughter of the late Hon. C. H. Alills, to Arthur Edmund, eldest son of Air and Airs A. E. Preston, of Wellington. The engagement is announced of Olive E., eldest daughter of Air A. J. and the late Airs Patchett, of Pahiatua, to George L. Stafford, of Pahiatua. At the Anglican Church, Eketahuna, on Wednesday, Gwendoline Alice, youngest daughter of Air and Airs A. Dunlop Newman, was married to Leslie, only son of Air C. Symmens. of Otane, Hawke's Bay. The Rev. Air Gerrard, of Pahiatua. officiated, and Airs F. G. Bath presided at the organ. The bride wore a frock of pink taffeta, and Alisses A. Dunlop and N. Edge were ’bridesmaids. Thgy wore frocks of satin and taffeta, ankle length. Air A. AA’illiams acted ae best man-, and Air H. Al. Daniell was groomsman. Airs Dunlop received over 40 guests at the reception. She wore a navy blue celanese frock.

The engagement is announced of Barbara (Trix), youngest daughter of Airs A. AA’illis, of Pahiatua and the late John AA’illis, of Hawera, to Ronald H. Foreman, of Apia, Samoa. Aliss G. Hart, Alasterton, is visiting AA’ellington. Air and Airs A. Al. Oldridge, who have been visiting AA’ellington, have returned to Pirinoa.

Aliss E. Rutherford, Tararua street, Alasterton, has returned after a holiday epent at Pori.

Air and Airs Atkinson, of AA’ellington, are staying with Air and Airs J. H. Atkinson, Pirinoa. Airs S. Tomlinson, Pownall street, Alasterton, has returned from a holiday spent at Wanganui, New Plymouth, and Rotorua.

Dr J. Alaunsell and Aliss Alaunsell are the guests of Air and Airs Trevor Beetham. “ Towcett,” Alasterton. Airs Charles has returned to AA’ellington from a visit to Alasterton.

Dr and Airs Johnston, formerly of Carterton, are the guests of Airs AY J. Alartin, “ Huangaroa,” South AA’airarapa. Airs George Pain lias returned to Alartinborough from a visit to AA’ellington.

Aliss Jean Alalmo. Home Bush, who has been visiting “ Chateau Tongariro,” National Park, has returned to Alasterton.

Air and Airs C. A. Burling, Pownall street. Alasterton, are spending a holiday at Pongaroa.

Aliss G. Collinge, Alasterton, is spending a holiday at Island Bay. Airs A. AA’arreu, Pirinoa, is visiting AA’ellington. Airs N. H. Prior, Perry street, Alasterton. is visiting AA'ellington for the weekend.

Airs Gower, who has been the guest of Airs A’ivian Donald, Lansdowne, Alasterton, has returned to AA’ellington. Aliss Al. Thurston. Cole street, Alasterton, is visiting AA’ellington. Aliss B. Cooper, who has been visiting AA’ellington. has returned to Alasterton. Aliss E. Todd, Essex street, Alasterton, is the guest of Mrs Emerson, of Taihape, Air and Airs H. AA’. Dagg, of Hamilton, are visiting Alasterton.

Aliss L. Ixose, of Upper Plain. Alasterton, is visiting Palmerston North, where she is the guest of Aliss A. Pickering.

Airs J. D. C. Crewe and Airs G. Stock, of AA’akeman street. Pahiatua, are spending a few days in Napier. Aliss Jean Richardson. Blenheim, has been visiting her aunt. Airs A. Knox, of Kaikoa, Pahiatua, AA’airarapa. Airs J. G. Swainson, AA’akeman street, Pahiatua. is staying with her mother, Airs C. Avery, of AVanganui. Airs D. C. Collins, Featherston, has returned after spending a holiday at Palmerston North,

FETLDING. August 21. Air and Airs AA’ilfred Perry. “ Highden.” have returned from New Plymouth. Aliss Al’Donald, of AA’anganui, is visiting Airs Al’Clure, Highfield road. Aliss Alcorn, of AA’ellington, is the guest of her sister. Airs Shannon, at “ Alahoe,” AA’aituna AA’est.

Aliss Alolly Aides, who was the guest of Airs Rutherford at Te Awa, Kiwitea, returned home on Tuesday and left on Thursday for a visit to New Plymouth. Aliss Bee Dormer, of Cheltenham, is visiting AA’ellington. Airs S. Dent, of AVellington, has been visiting relatives in Feilding. Aliss Alorrie AA'alsh returned from AA’ellington during the week, where she has been the guest of her cousin, Aliss Aleg Knyvett.

Mrs S. M’Beth, of Kiwitea, gave a very jolly bridge party and gift after, noon in honour of Aliss Jessie Cornfoot, whose marriage is to take place shortly. Among the guests were Alesdames H, Hare. J. Buchanan (“Cunninghams”), A. Ross (Foxton), P. Mason, K. Alerrick, F. Leithbridge. and the Alisses Q. Goodbehere, AL Bailey, G. APKenzie, Al. Hocking, A. Hare, R. Swainson, P. Cornfoot, and others. The prizes were won by Aliss Jessie Cornfoot and Airs P. Alason.

During the week AliSiS G. M'Kenzie also gave a very pleasant kitehen tea in honour of Aliss Jessie Cornfoot. The party was held at the home of her aunt, Mrs AL R. Al'Ewen, at Aorangi. Mrs C. Webster has returned from New Plymouth, where she was the guest of Mrs David Blackley. PALMERSTON N.. August 20. On Friday evening, the N Squadron of the Legion of Frontiersmen gave a very jolly dance in the P.D.C. Restaurant. At the entrance to the room was the Legion's badge, set over the Union Jack. Splendid music was provided by Larkin’s Orchestra. Pleasure was added to the occasion by a demonstration of a " quick step ” by Miss Gwen Gibbs ami Mr Maurice Osborne. For an encore, they gave a Viennese waltz. Both dancers were warmly applauded. A very nice supper was served and ably supervised by the committee and members of the squadron. The committee were Troopers Hill, Al’Nicol,. Patterson, Wearne, Warren, and Wynne, headed .by Q.AI.S. G. Louisson. In addition, to Captain Allen, in command of the squadron, and Mrs Allen. Q.M.S. and Mrs Louisson. there were present Major and Mrs Potter, Captain and Mrs APCaskill, Lieutenant and Mrs Bengay, of the Territorial Force, and many others. Miss Valda Peat has returned to Timarn from Palmerston North. Mr and Mrs Oxenham. Fitzherbert avenue. were recent visitors to Wellington. Mr and Mrs F. AVylds, Taranaki, are visiting Palmerston North.

Miss L. Ross, of Upper Plain, Masterton, is visiting Miss A. Pickering, Palmerston North. Mrs D. C. Collins has returned to Featherston from Palmerston North.

Mrs Gregor MacKenzie, of AVaipukurau. has been visiting Mrs A. Wilson, Palmerston North. and Mrs J. Hill, of Palmerston • North, are visiting Hawera.

Miss Jean Speedy, who has been visiting friends in Waverley, Marton, and Palmerston North, has returned to her home in Takapau.

WANGANUI,. August 21. Mrs T. Dix was hostess recently at her home in Gonville, when she entertained Scouts and Cubs of St. George’s College. Mr and Mrs lan APEwan. of Palmerston North were guests of Mr and Mrs E. M. Silk, College street. Mrs J. C. Wickham, president of the W.D.F.U., spoke at the Otaki branch meeting on Thursday. Mrs Ronald S. Hatrick. St. John's Hill, is the guest of her mother. Mrs D. A. Duncan, “ Otairi.” Hunterville. Mr and Mrs Hugh Stevens kindly assisted Mr and Mrs R. L. Thompson at their residence in Richmond street, Wanganui East, when Baby Thompson, the Wanganui East Plunket candidate, was assisted with voting. There were 11 tables set for bridge and the winners for the evening were Mesdames J. Ross and L. G. Walker. Mrs A. J. L. Johnston, of “ Del Rosa,” was hostess at a bridge and “ rummy ” card-evening on Wednesday. Bowls of iris tingitana and violets decorated the

drawing room and lounge, where tables were set for games, and Mrs Johnston received her guests in an embossed georgette gown in tones of rose, blue, and black. Mrs Jackson and Mr G. Allan won the prizes, and Miss Jane Frethey the highest score prize. Musical items were appreciated from Misses J. Landson (Opawa) and Mary Gulliver (Napier). Mr Fraser Neilson rendered delightful accompaniments. Mrs G. Weekes was a visitor to Marton last week-end. Mrs E. Walpole, Wanganui East, was hostess at an enjoyable afternoon tea party in honour of the Wanganui East Plunket baby on Thursday. Mrs D. Watson, who has been the guest of Mrs C. Paterson, has returned to Remuera. Auckland. Mrs Roland Reid, St. John's Hill, was a visitor to Wellington last week. Miss Rosalind Jackson, of Rotorua, who has been visiting her parents, Mr and Mrs R. J. Jackson, “Everton,” Victoria avenue, has returned north. The Westmere Hall was attractive! y decorated with black and gold streamers on the occasion of the Queen Alexandra Mountcd’s ball. Among those present were Mesdames Rutherford, Bruntlett, Smith, Misses J. Coombes, E. Shepherd, J. Gawse, AL Bowler, A. Fantham. Perrett, Rice, W. Wootton, Currie, Carver (2), Adlam, Waters, Smith. J. Simons. J. Brownlie. Stewart, Clutterbuck (4), M. Williams. Captain H. Edmondson, Lieutenants Laws, Al'Alinn, Hartwell, Congrieye, Luxford, Clutterbuck, Thompson, Sergt.-major Rutherford, Corporals Prouse and Brownlie, Frontiersmen Wilks and Black, Messrs Knowles, Carr, Suche, Roche, Morrison, F. Smith, Perram. Mrs Rayney Jackson, of Turakina Valley,, entertained a large number of guests on Friday afternoon in honour of Baby Claire Taylor, the City Plunket candidate. A number of guests motored out from town and Marton. Mrs Jackson wore a becoming gown of black ring velvet, and Mrs H. 0. Taylor wore a dainty

frock of beige, while Miss H. Rogers wore an adelphi bine frock. Among the guests were Mesdames E. Al. Silk. Taiboys, Searle, Moffett, Brodie, Lawrence, R. Brown, M'Donald, Ulric Williams, C. Pierce, R. Brown, H. Keesing, H. Wilson, Cutfield. C. G. Roddy, T. W. Wilberfoss, M. Reid, L. Duigan, H. D. Robertson. A. G. Cross, A. H. Boyes, R. E. Hewett, Bach. Harvey, TV. Scannell, P. O'Neill. AV. A. Izard, T. Blennerhassett, Glasgow. Campion, Cameron. Hornby, A. J. Crawford, IL Jackson, Coghill, Harris. J. Alillward. Nicholls, I. Higgie, Swan. S. Davis, M Nab, Misses C. Hammond, Simpson. R. Jackson, Harrison, Stanford, and Crowther.

Miss Angus Wellington is the guest of Miss Clark, Liverpool street. Mrs R. Seal has returned to 'Wan gauui after a visit to Dannevirkc. Miss Alison Bradmore ami Miss Al. Harvey, of 'Waverley, visited New Plymouth this week for the golf ball. Miss A. Al'Allum has returned to Dunedin from a holiday in Wanganui and Wellington. Mrs M'Kenzie Forbes and Miss E. Forbes are visiting Palmerston North. Mrs Tattle, of Nelson, is the guest of Airs A. 11. Boyes. Selwyn street. Airs E. Walton, who has been visiting Air AT 7 . Walton, of Gonville, has left for Invercargill, where she will reside with Airs Stanley Brown. Airs Peter M'Laren is visiting Auckland.

Aliss Longton, of AA’ellington, is the guest of Mrs W. L. Burgess, Liverpool street. Airs Yule and Aliss D. Yule, of Napier, are guests of Dr and Mrs G. Robertson, A'ictoria avenue.

HAWKE'S BAY. August 21. The Napier Golf Club ball, which has always been the ball of the season, was again a great success, in spite of all the disadvantages caused through the ’quake. The Drill Hall had been converted into an artistic ballroom with flags, greenery, and pot plants. The savoury supper was set on the stage, and all room available was arranged as sitting-out places for the non-dancers. All parts of Hawke’s Bay were well represented. Airs T. H. Lowry (“Okawa”) wore a handsome gown of black lace and a black velvet wrap; Airs F. N. Fussell, black ninon flowered in bronze and colour; Airs H. S. Hindinarsh, canary ninon in flojal effect; Airs Leahy, cameo pink georgette; Mrs A. Alayne, Nile green satin; Airs W. AVood. petunia lace and georgette: Airs R. Stead, ivory lace; Mrs R. D. Kettle, ciel blue georgette and lace; Airs E. A. TV. Henley, black silk embossed georgette with coatee; Airs Von Kettle, black georgette embossed in colour, two-tiered skirt; Airs Gilray, black lace relieved with gold; Airs R. Sutton, flame georgette; Airs Chrisp (Gisborne), black georgette with trail of natural flowers; Airs J. Kelly (Hastings) wore her court presentation gown of cameo pink georgette massed with crystal beads and trail of natural flowers; Airs 11. AA’ylie, moonlight blue georgette; Airs H. Ziele, floral taffeta with tunic skirt; Airs Ivan Logan, floral ninon; Airs A. L. Falls, frock of floral lame; Airs J. Harris (Clive), black fisher net; Airs Dalgleish, black lace; Airs W. J. Geddis, black lace; Airs AL Brodie, black georgette with ivory relief; Airs Ford North (Auckland), canary net; Airs B. Aymes, cherry red satin; Airs B. Dinwiddie. floral georgette frock with natural flowers on shoulder; Airs Stout, black satin; Airs H. Newton, black lace; Airs G. Waterworth, black lace: Airs Swanseger, black lace withflame relief; Airs TV. Harrison, black ninon: Airs Barnard, black fisher net; Airs Sanderson (Glenroes), black georgette: Airs J. Alason. black ninon and lace over ivory satin; Airs A, Powdrell wore her wedding gown of ivory satin, and coatee with small button roses: Airs Poley, black panne velvet; Airs W. Fisher, old gold satin; Airs Comman (Hastings), ivory satin and net; Airs T. Lockyer, gold- lame relieved with black; Mrs Gardiner, ciel blue georgette; Airs Clark, floral georgette; Airs Fitzgerald, black satin: Mrs Van Asch, black beaded frock; Airs Alorris, dainty frock in floral ninon; Airs H. Douglas, mulberry lace; Airs L. Rhodes (Hastings), bronze lace; Mrs Bone (Hastings), black taffeta and lace; Airs H. Tonkin, cherry red georgette; Airs F. Fryer (Hastings), black lace; Airs G. Falkiner (.Hastings), cherry red lace; Airs Spain, black lace; Airs Alackenzie (Olrig), crimson satin and net; Airs P. Canning (Waipukurau), floral ninon; Airs Heighten, flame floral georgette; Mrs Dunsford, blue georgette and metal lace; Airs Lawrence (Te Awanga), ivory satin with trail of natural flowers; Airs D. Tattersail, black ninon flowered; Airs Westerholm, cherry red georgette; Airs John, moonlight blue velvet; Airs Stevenson, black lace; Aliss S. Tanner (debutante), ivory velvet; Miss Van Asch (debutante), cream georgette; Aliss B. Landels (debuttante), palest pink georgette; Aliss S. Graham (Alaraekakaho), blue taffeta; Aliss Sproule, floral ninon; Aliss H. Bernau, chestnut brow n lace; Alias"K. Geddis, green georgette; Aliss F. Weber, cherry embossed georgette; Aliss Lang Guthrie, black ninon flowered; Aliss H. Coleman (Havelock North), green georgette with natural flowers; Miss Alonckton

(Waipukurau). floral taffeta; Aliss Gretchen Von Dadelszen (Hastings), pale blue satin; Aliss Al. Thorne George, cornflower blue lace; Aliss D. Smith, moonlight blue lace with coatee; Aliss P. Candy (Hastings), cameo pink georgette; Aliss A. Af’Leod (Hastings), black lace, frill net skirt; Ali.-is Al. Campbell, white ninon with pink flowers: Aliss N. Steed, green satin net skirt; Aliss A. Ormond, apricot satin; Aliss E. Loudoun, gold lace; Aliss AlTlardy, lacquer red georgette; Aliss R. Herbert, black ninon; Aliss Al. Brodie. canary georgette; Aliss F. Hannah, cinnamon' lace; Aliss G. AA’illiams, cameo pink georgette; Aliss J. Cato, black lace and ninon; Aliss Lopdell. palest green georgette with tiny frills; Aliss Bonny Simson (Hastings), ivory net embroidered in silver; Aliss Nathan (Wellington), palest pink lace; Aliss Campbell, black ninon; Aliss F. ALCaskill, floral blue ninon; Aliss AL Dalgleish, floral ninon; Aliss Wyvie Williams (Hastings), pale blue fisher net; Aliss N-. Gleeson, palest pink net; Aliss Davis (Puketapu), cameo pink taffeta; Aliss Pattullo. black ninon and lace; Aliss Harvey, black ninon flowered in pink and blue; Aliss Joblin, blue georgette; Aliss H. Bell (Havelock North.), ivory georgette with satin; Aliss S. Fowler (Hastings), frilled net in rose shades; Alisa B. Bradley, ivory orsrandie over satm; Aliss B. Alenzies,’ blue’lace; Aliss S. Davidson (debutante, Havelock North), embossed velvet in cream; Aliss AVilliams, deep pink ninon; Aliss Roach (Hastings), rose pink georgette; Aliss Joan Landels (Hastings), Nile green satin with lace; Miss Rona Simpson, black fisher net; Holt, cherry red georgette; Aliss I>. Williams, taffeta frock in cherry; Aliss Al. Newton, black net with inlets of velvet; Aliss B. Reid, flame taffeta; Aliss Russell (Hastings), moonlight blue georgette; Aliss Cuming, ciel blue taffeta; Aliss Maxine Edgar, black floral ninon; Aliss ”-. B’lU, black taffeta with flowers; Aliss Pmckney, irory ninon with cherry relief; Aliss Joan Swanseger, leaf gree n georgette; Aliss N. Howell. Nile green taffeta and net; Alias Symes (Hastings), palest pink georgette; Alias B. Canning (Waipukurau), ninon i n floral design; Aliss Holderness (Hastings), ivory satin and lace; Aliss Hardy Gibson, wine fisher net and velvet; Aliss Trotter, palest pink georgette; Aliss Al. Al Kay, cornflower blue taffeta: Aliss Drummond, green satin and lace; Aliss V. Harris, black lace and satin; Aliss Al. Hamilton (Gisborne) pink and blue taffeta;. Aliss Chapman’ cherry red georgette. A very enjoyable bridge tea was held at Airs Dudley Kettle’s home, “ Whareerangi,” m aid of the Golf Club ball. Alostly members of the Golf Club were piesent. Airs Kettle wore a dainty frock of green georgette. There were present Mesdames F. N. Fussell, Leahy, F. Fryer R. Lowry J. Alason, T. Gilray, Simpson’ H. Humphries, ApCaskill, Bernau Cox A. Alayne, AV. Wood, Ruddock, GoringJohnstone, Harvey. Cashmore, Lawrv Cornford, E. A. AV. Henley, Pattullo,’ Sproule Averill. J. I. Cato. J. Lowry, C - Harrison, Scoullar, Somer-sett-bnnth, Alorris Seccar. Jefford, Napier, Roberts H. Lusk, and Glenny. and Misses Gon ng-Johnstone, Joan Landels, A. Ormond. J- Weber M. Edgar, J. Cato, H. Bell Sproule, Rees, ALKay. APGregor, E. Lopdell, Simpson, Williams, and others.

Miss Al. Hamilton, of Gisborne, is a visitor to Napier. Aliss ; Nathan, of Wellington, was in Hawke s Bay on a short stay. Airs Fitzsiinmons, of Auckland, has returned after a visit to her parents, Air and jJlrs Ringland, at Napier. Aliss Joblin, of AVaipukurau, was in Napier during the week. All and Airs D. Corbett, of Napier have returned after visiting Air and Airs’J D C. Crewe at Pahiatua.

Miss Al. Bartrani. of Tolaga Bay, is a visitor to Hawke’s Bay. A quiet wedding took place at St Andrew’s Church, Hastings, when Alargaret younger daughter of Airs K. AAfliite and the late Air J. Douglas, of “Te Mahanga,” was married to Hugh, son of Dr and Airs Anderson, late of AVaipawa, Only relatives and very intimate friends were present.

Airs Eric AA’ellwood, who has been the guest of her mother, Airs F. Alvers, Alount View road-, AVanganui, has returned to \v aipukurau.

Aliss L. Welsh, L.A.8., of AVaipukurau, is leaving for Auckland, where she will enter the public hospital for training. Air and Airs T. Alassey and family have left Hastings for England, where they will make their home.

Air and Airs E. 11. Alatthews, of Napier, have left for England, where they will in future reside.

POVERTY BAY, August 19. Airs A. Stoneham is on a visit to Airs Bay Tyndall, of Boulcott terrace. The engagement is announced of Douglas, son of Air and Airs A. J. Nicol, of Gisborne, to Edna, daughter of Air and Mrs A. C. Green, of Wanganui. Dr and Airs Slater, of Wellington, are the guests of Air and Mrs Charles Bull, of Gisborne.

The “ coming-of-age ” of Stella, daughter of Mr and Mrs A. Y. Chapman, of Gis-

borne, was the occasion of a large and delightful party given at the Le Grande Lounge. Dancing filled the evening hours with pleasurable enjoyment, and a “ spot ” waltz, was won by Aliss H. Winter and Air J- Smith. Violets, roses, Iceland, poppies, and scarlet berries were artistically utilised to. decorate the banquet tables; a twer-tier, square, and pink birthday cake ■"'as topped by 21 candles, also a number of kewpies tied with pink and blue ribbon. Air W. Chrisp proposed the toast of the evening, and Captain A. Robinson the toast to the parents. IVlrs AV. Chrisp presented the celebrant with a golden key reposing on a royal blue satin cushion. Airs Chapman wore powder bbie georgette patterned in bronze and gold. Aliss Stella Chapman was wearing ivory white crepe, worn with an electric blue embossed chenille bridge coat trimmed with white tur She carried an electric blue ostrich feather fan.

xi Sin g. er S ave a bridge tea to the fol.owing friends at her home on l T ri T? y iZLS esclaraes F - Nolan, D. Chrisp, H. B. Williams, AL Sweeney: and Alisses Al. Hegarty, A. Gaddum, M. Rees, H Alander. M. Sherratt, and H. Nolan. Two bridge evenings were given by Aliss Dorothy Jackson, of Kaiti, on Tuesday and Wednesday respectively, when a number of friends were delightfully entertained. The drawing room was charmingly decorateil with flowers, and the tables were cosily arranged round cheery fires. On Tuesday evening Aliss Jackson wore bronze crepe de chine with a printed velvet bridge coat; and on the following evening, she was attired in wine taffeta. Those present included Alisses F Alatthews. S. Ormond, J. Alargoliouth E. Wilson. Al. Heasley. C. Blackburn, F. Packe, H. Jackson. AL Foster, N. Pasley. AL Thodey, J. Hill. E. Alatthews, A. Ormond, J. Crawford. V. Alatthews. N. Chrisp B. and S. Chrisp. Al. Hamilton, E. Crawshaw. and AL Broadhurst. Airs J. Barnes-Graham was one of this week's hostesses, when she gave a bridge party for. her daughter. Airs Gordon Reeves, of Tolaga Bay. who is at present her guest. Daffodils, violets, irises, arum lilies, and cherry blossom enhanced the appearance of the reception rooms, and bowls of spring bulbs decorated the teatable. The hostess was attired in navy georgette and lace; and Airs Reeves wore bottle green crepe satin relieved with ivory georgette and lace. The guests were Alesdamcs R. LT. Burke. "W. Graham, J. B. Kells. R. AlT.can. 11. B. Williams, A. S. Seymour. J. B. Alorris. F. W. Nolan. L. Cotterill, AV. G. Alaclnurin. A. S. Seymour. and Misses P. Seymour, N. Cotterill, and Sister Read.

The Musical Circle of the Gisborne Women's Club entertained fellow-mem-bers of the club at a “song title” evening, and about 50 guests attended. The representations were excellent, and many were decidedly humorous. Circle members presented five “ song title ” tableaux.

AA’AIKATO. August 20. There was a large attendance of golfing enthusiasts present to follow the finals of the senior and junior golf championships at Hamilton on Friday. Aliss Wilkinson won the senior championship, and Airs Colin Taylor the junior championship. Those present included Alesdames D. Hay. H. Douglas. H. C. Ross. E. J. Alears. L. Day, Lance Tompkins, F. Gruar, A. English, T. C. Fraser, T. A. Alilroy, !•’. Alander, W. Tudhope, Burtenshaw, C. A. Arthur. C. O. Bennett. AV. Batt. R. Th Al’Farland. B. AVake. M. N. Hockin, L. Pettit. N. Radcliffe. J. AL Horton E C. Brewis, R. AVorley, N. G. Sutherland, F. Hardy. G. B. Bartlett, G. Primrose, H. D. Alatthews, J. Clachan. A. E. Al'Cracken, N. Rawlings, N. Peterson, Gordon Brown. P. Harkness, E. J. Stevart, O. R, Farrer, A. James, R. G. Guy, Clive Alatthews, J. F. Strang, F. Baker. Henderson, R. P. Hayward, H. Griffiths, J. J. Standrin, Gribben, H. H. Clark, E. AL Alasters, F. C. House. P. G. Russel l , England. R. English, Ribble, A. W. Sims, and Alisses AL Stevens. A. Coventry, Keddie, K. Alears. ALLean. E. Hammond. A. Provis, Rankin. E. Bell. N. Alonkton. B. Afanning, D. Yule. Al. Gillies. G. Hammend. J. Templer. C. Hunter, D. Clark, D. Eyre, E. Upton, Al. Harrowell, Q. Johnson, P. APWilliam. Mrs W. Garland, of Cambridge, entertained some of her friends at bridge on Thursday afternoon. The rooms were arranged with purple violets and pink camellias. Those present wrnre Alesdamcs Snelling. D. Garland, Nelson, AV. Horne, Innes Taylor. J. Ciemow, La wry, Nixon. Latimer. Bush. Porritt. and Neely, and Alisses Garland and Calvert. - The annual dance of the staff of the AVaikato Times was held in Alexandra Hall on Friday, and was a great success. Those present were Alesdames A. E. Alanning. H. Douglas. K. Eade. A. English P. A. Syers. P. Harkness. L. Scott, W. Davidson, Thomson. E. G. Rothwell, E. S Scrimshaw, and Alisses AA T . Rothwell. Al. Aloody, P. Kelly, K. Redwood, R. Hampton, Penny, E. Leslie. N. Hennessey, J. Thompson. K. O’Brien, C. Al'Cormaek, L. Dent. A. Halliday. Davy, N. Cummingc, E. Ritchie, J. Macßae, Hobbs. Snell, Peebles, J. Campbell. R. Johnson, Graham. E. Lindsay, J. Astler. Al. Foster, L. A’alder. A. Bell. P. APAVilliam. R. Burns. C. Bowen, T. Rindie, R. Hill, j. Hopkins. AL Shiels. AL Clayton-Greene. AL Alajor, AL Campbell. F. -Hall. A. Davidson, D. Alorse, E. Prince. T. Price, P. Alcock, T Judge, E. O’Neill. AL Jones, S. Bowen, AL Alarwood, K. Temm, F. Earle, E. Aloodv. T. Brook, T. Duff, A. Tomlinson, A. Bliss' O. Kirby, Al. Kelly, T. Hawkins, J. Hirst. L._ AVingate. J. Gunter, Al. Zellman, E. AVilliams, J. Robbins, V. Hepburn. F Scott.

The hunt held at Broadmeadows. Cambridge on Saturday was well attended. The hostesses for afternoon tea were Airs T. Harper and Airs AV. Ranstead. Those present included Alesdames J. Allen, AV. Ranstead. T. Pickering, A. Alain, C. Potts, D. Gorrie, S. Pilkington, Moorhouse. S. Holmes, Banks, T. Ranstead, and T. Harper, and Alisses Al. Peake, E. Hope, K. Fisher, B. Crowther. E. Holmes, Al. Bailey, P. Gorrie, J. Phillips, V. Hobson, T. Banks. J. Aloorhouse, A. Brown, Townsend, P. APDougall, G. Noble.

AUCKLAND, August 20. The Lyceum Club was the scene of a very pleasant reception last Tuesday evening, when the women graduates who had received their degrees at the capping ceremony were the guests of the Federation of University TVomen. The guests were received by the president of the Auckland branch, Aliss V. Hay. A programme of entertainment had been arranged, in-

eluding two short plays—“ Rosalind ” and “ The Old Lady Shows Her Aledals ” — and songs and instrumental music. The guests of honour included Alisses I. O. A. Park, E. J. Brownlee, E. D. Edson. E. B. Ashcroft. E. Al. Johnson. Francis Kissling. J. L. Aloncrieff. N. AV. Whyte, and A. AL Jessop. Supper brought the evening to a close. Airs J. Williamson, who is returning from London in October owing to the death of her husband, is expected to arrive by the Rangitata. and after a short stay in Auckland, will spend some time with her sister, Airs TV. G. AA’ood, in Napier.

Airs AV. H. Anderson, of Hastings, is staying at the Hotel Cargen. Commander E. L. Berthon and the officers of H.AI.S. Philomel entertained about 100 children at a very delightful party held at the Naval Base.’ Devonport, last Saturday afternoon. About 50 grownup guests were also present and assisted the officers in the entertainment of the children. Those present included Alesdames E. L. Berthon, D. A. Bingley. T. D. Prentice. AV. P. Vicary, H. P. Chapman, Ciutha Alackenzie, G. T. Robson, H. B. Holmes. L. A. Sherwin. F. Odds. AV. J. Tilsed, and J. A. Watson. All kinds of amusements had been arranged, including a merry-go-round, donkey rides, games, etc., and tea was served in one of the Harbour Board sheds, which had been gaily decorated for the occasion. Perhaps the chief attraction to the young guests was the model, airship filled with some 200 balloons. After being pulled across the sheds it was broken and, much to tlie children’s delight, the balloons scattered everywhere. Great interest was also taken in the fine collection of old ships’ figureheads which ornaments the base, and the boys were keenly anxious to be told their history, which the sailors in their turn wore just as keen to impart. The graduation ball which took place last Friday evening turned the scholastic atmosphere of the University into one of revelry. A large number of’dancers were present, and two lecture rooms approaching the hall were arranged as lounges for those who were not dancing. The officers of the General Baquedano, the Chilian training ship, were guests at the ball, and Sir George Fowlds, who was accompanied by Lady Fowlds, was also present. The Chilian training ship, the General Baquedano, is leaving Auckland for Valparaiso to-morrow, after having been in port for 11 days, during which time they have been most happily entertained by the

Navy League and the citizens of Auckland. and have made many friends among us. Hundreds of people have taken the opportunity of inspecting the vessel since she was thrown open to the public.

Mrs Leslie Bull, of Hawera. has arrived in Auckland for a short visit to friends.

Mrs.M. Turner, of Dunedin, is also a visitor from the south on a visit to Auckland.