TABLE TALK

Otago Witness, Issue 4048, 13 October 1931, Page 55

TABLE TALK

DUNEDIN, October 12. Mrs A. D. Bell returned to Shag Valley on Wednesday.

Miss Rattray returned from Sydney last Tuesday.

Dr Ada Paterson has returned to Wellington.

Miss Gwen Hislop has returned from Wellington.

Miss Tenncnt (matron of the Dunedin Hospital) has returned from Wellington.

Mrs AA’. Alenlove, of Athol, is also staying with her father, Sir John Roberts.

Miss Peggy Hunter-Weston has gone north for a holiday.

Miss Margaret Halsted has returned from Timaru.

Mrs L. Hudson returned on Tuesday from a trip to England.

Mrs Mandeno and Miss Peggy Mandeno have returned from Auckland.

Miss Helen Kerr has returned to Cave, Canterbury.

Miss Ronaldson, of Wellington, is staying at “ Leith House.”

Mies Bromley Cocks has returned to Christchurch.

Miss Rose Tabart returned to Christchurch on Thursday.

Mr and Mrs H. B. Douglas, of North Canterbury, and Mrs Colin Douglas, of Waimate, are staying at the Grand Hotel.

Mr and Mrs J. Roberts, of Selkirk, Scotland, arrived on Saturday, and are the guests of Sir John Roberts, Littlebourne House.

Dr and Mrs C. E. North have returned from Queenstown, and are at present staying with Mrs Merrington, “ The Lodge," Knox College.

Mrs J. A. Cook, Mrs Frank Fitchett, and Mrs Allan Orbell went to Christchurch during the week for the Christ’s College sports.

The engagement is announced of Edith Shand, only daughter of Mr and Mrs Gilbert Winslow, of “ Mount Benger,” Roxburgh, and Charles Donald, -eldest son of Mr and Mrs H. D. Stronach, of Maori Hill, Dunedin.

On Saturday the Dunedin Jockey Club's spring meeting was held at Wingatui. The morning was warm, but very threatening, ending in heavy showers of rain early in the afternoon. The dressing was generally tweed tailor-made suits or long coats.

On Wednesday and Thursday the Dunedin Horticultural Society held its spring show in the Pioneers’ Hall. The exhibits of narcissi were indeed beautiful, red cups and Barrii varieties having reached a wonderful stage of size and colour. The polyanthuses were exceedingly line, again wonderful colours having been raised. Pansies, violas, and all other spring flowers were well represented.

Mrs AA 7 . 0. M'Kellar was hostess at Mount Lodge, Melville street, when a tennis match was played between past and present St. Hilda’s College pupils. The pretty garden was looking charming with masses of spring flowers. Tea was served outside, and added to the enjoyment of the afternoon. Present were Misses M. Ritchie, B. Oram, R. Phillipa, Barton. V. Livingstone. Al. Reeves, P. Stronach, P. Abraham, G. Curtis, S. Fitchett, M. Fairbairn, J. Nevill, Al. Mumford, L. Rice. Al. Scott, Stokes (2), H. Cox, and L. Barton.

Friday was Daffodil Day in Dunedin, the proceeds going to the Plunket Society. The stalls of beautiful spring flowers presented a charming sight at the street corners.. The weather was fine and warm during the morning, but a change took place in the afternoon, when a heavy downpour of rain set in, making the conditions very unpleasant for the stallholders, who stuck nobly to their task of selling. The excellent results of the day’s takings amounting to over £4OO must have been very gratifying to the helpers.

At the meeting of the Poetry Circle of the Otago Women’s Club on Tuesday a thoroughly Scotch programme was given, consisting of the works of Robert Burns. Mrs S. Battersby gave a delightful account of his life and work. Many extracts were given by the speaker and by other members, the following being read: —Extracts from the ninetieth

Psalm, “ The Cottar's Saturday Night,’ ‘‘Tam o’ Shanter.” “Man Was Made to Mourn,’’ “ The Deil's Awa ’,” “ Caledonia,” “Auld Lang Syne,” “To the Unco Guid," “ Bonny Doon.” “To the Toothache,” “ May,” “To Alary in Heaven.” “To a Mouse,” “ The Selkirk Grace.” The annual meeting followed, with the election of office-bearers for the following year. On Thursday Lady Sidey gave a delightful afternoon tea at her residence, “ Corstorphine.” The garden was looking charming with a wealth of spring flowers. The guests enjoyed a walk through the grounds in the lovely sunshine. Lady Sidey received her guests in the drawing room attired in a handsome gown of black chantilly lace, relieved by a touch of cream georgette. The room looked charming with pink camellias. Tea was served in the dining room, where the table decorations consisted of yellow narcissi in crystal vases. Present were Lady Fenwick. Alesdames E. C. Hazlett. James Hutchison, R. Gilkison,

Thomas Brown, R. Jack, Maurice Meyers, R. AA 7 . Glendinning, J. Glendinning, Dickie, AV. Evans, D. Phillips, E. 1. Haleted, R. Ewing, Rose, J. A. Hanan, A. Duncan, H. E. Barrowclough, and A. Burns, and Misses F. Reid and E. Glendinning.

Last Monday evening a most successful bridge drive was held in the Tudor Hall, organised by the Otago Lawn Tennis Club, Miss Maidie Cook and a committee being ‘responsible for the arrangements, which were carried out most satisfactorily’ and proved very enjoyable as well as remunerative. Lovely cinerarias and other spring flowers decorated the hall. Present were Mr and Mrs Garth Gallaway-, Mr and Mrs Douglas Ramsay, Mr and Mrs Fotheringham. Mr and Mrs A. N. Haggitt, Mr and Mrs Batham, Mr and Mrs J. R. Laidlaw, Mr and Mrs G. C. Cox, Mr and Mrs Hobbs, Mr and Mrs Lawry, Mesdames Scherek. AV. 0. M'Kellar, Jenkins, Riley, F. Fitchett, A. Duncan, Abraham, Tyrie, Scorgie, J. A. Cook, H. Barron, AL Myers, A. B. Haggitt, Terry, Laing, E. Lake, Friedlander, InnesWalker, D. M. Reid, R. Clapperton, Acton-Adams. Lough, Bundle, Wise, D. Brewer, E. Duthie, R. Sise, T. Fergus, Hazlett, Cameron, Leslie Mills, F. Parker,

and Penberthy, Misses K. Greenslade, J. Abraham. R. Phillips, D. Hislop. B. Reeves, Jackson, B. Black, J. Allan. F. Allan. F. Denniston, B. Williams. S. Al'Pherson, I. Hart, C. Ramsay. Cook (2), Scott, Spillman. A. E. Stevenson, Macandrew. E. Shand. F. White, W. Hislop, and Pryde. Messrs Bundle. J. Edmond, Sleigh, George Sise, G. Dick, R. Sise, Boddy, M'Arthur, Carr, Fulton, M. Sidey. R. Reeves. Holland. S. M'Pherson. A. Andrew, Mand no, George Black, and G. Reid, and Dr K. Ross.

Fine weather favoured the St. Hilda’s College sports meeting at the Caledonian Ground, Miss Peake, sports mistress, managed all the events mo»t capably. At the conclusion afternoon tea was provided. Mrs Harman Reeves presented the prizes. The Senior Cup for school trophies was won by Miss Diana Abraham, and the junior by Miss Pat Rutherford. Present were Bishop Richard-, Miss D. G. Blackmore (principal). Canon E. R. an I Mrs Nevill. Archdeacon ami Airs Fitchett,

the Rev. Lionel and Mrs Richards, the Rev. S. J. Cooper. Dr and Mrs Roland Fulton. Dr and Mrs Falconer, Mr and Mrs Harman Reeves, Mr and Mrs G. R. Ritchie, Mr and Mrs R. Al. Rutherford (Milton), Mr and Mrs A. Mumford, Mr and Mrs C. O. M’Kellar. Mr and Mrs Hubert Price, Mr and Mrs J, Ruther-ford-Paterson, Mr and Mrs Paul Evans, Mesdames E. R, Harty, Robert Lee, Howard Dodgshun, H. Abraham. J. E. Macassey, Gordon Bell. George M'Lean, Oscar Owles. Innes-Walker, Hoani Parata, J. W. Smeaton, E. T. Porter, Cooper, J. Hardy-Johnson. Ford, Stanley Arthur, A. A. Failbairn, and Buchanan, and Misses Abraham (3), Denniston (Christchurch). AA 7 . Cox. G. Hanlon, J. Nevill, R. Phillips, J. North, E. Johnson, D.

Scoular, Alondy. H. Porter, F. Macdonald, Glasgow, Hilf. Paterson, A. Thorp, and D. Champtaleup. INA ERCARGILL, October 10. Miss Bessie M’Gregor, of Mount Linton, spent the week-end with Miss Marjory Todd, Northend. Air and Mrs L. W. Spencer, Albert street, are spending a holiday in Christchurch. Miss Jacobson, who has been the guest of her sister, Mrs A. M’Nab, at Stewart Island, stayed overnight with Mrs J. G. Petrie, Earns’aw street, on her return to Christchurch. Mr ami Airs C. S. Longuet, Gala street, were in Dunedin last week. Air Longuet judged at the Royal Daffodil .Show. Aliss Dorothy Sutton, of The Willows, Otapiri. is the guest of her sister, Airs Percy Callender. Roxburgh. AJiss Phyllis Shand, Earns],aw street, is the guest of Aliss Alary Falkiner, of Waikawa. Airs E. E. Broad. Duke street, returned from Dunedin on Tuesday. Aliss Prue Smith, who spent last week at Burwood, returned to town on Saturday with Aliss Kitty Hazlett and Aliss Peggy Lainge, of Christchurch, who is her guest. Airs J. Chilwell entertained a numbei of friends from town at afternoon tea in her pretty Underwood garden on Friday. The Misses Rowley, North road, entertained a number of relations at afternoon tea in honour of Airs AV. AA 7 . Squires, of Nelson, on Friday. Mrs AA 7 . AA 7 . Squires, of Nelson, who is at present the guest of Airs G. I. Moffett. Wellesley, leaves for Dunedin on Friday on her return home. On Alonday afternoon, Airs F. Al. Corkill entertained a number of friends in the garden of her Otatara property. The sun was warm and bright, and tea in the open seemed twice as nice. Those who motored over were Alesdames Charles Gilbertson. R. A. Douglas. F. D. Alorrah. T. S. Tomlinson. A. AT. Macdonald, T. Al. Macdonald, F. G. O’Beirne, P. B. Alacdonald, AV. Quinn, Garfield Crawford. T. F. Alacdonald. J G. Alacdonald, Ritchie Crawford, A. le H. Hoyles, F. G. HallJones. A. T. APCaw. R. Stout, and Spencer Rowley (Shanghai), and Altsses Tucker. AA'yllie, L. Henderson, and O. Morrah. OAAIARU, October 10. Dr Elspeth Fitzgerald and Aliss Inglis have returned from Dunedin. Aliss Betty Sutton has returned from Auckland. Aliss Browne, who has been staying with her sister, Airs A 7 ennal, has returned to AA'el'jngton. Airs Thompson. Brookstead, who has ben staying with her parent, Airs Preston, has returned. Airs AV. P. Reid has returned from Dunedin. AVAIAIATE, October 10. Aliss Buchanan, of Christchurch, is visiting friends in AA 7 aimate. Airs Alatherson and Miss Alona Afatherson, who have been staying in Timaru, are the guests of Dr D. G. Alatherson, Kurow. Airs Pitts and Aliss Alary Pitts, Queen street, are visiting Christchurch. Aliss Al. Smart, Parsonage road, has returned home from a visit to her sister, Airs Al. AA 7 . Hamilton, of Christchurch. Airs E. C. d’Auvergne and Aliss Alary d'Auvergne, AVaihao Forks, have returned home from a visit to Christchurch and Timaru. Air and Airs lan Alacdonald. AA T aihao Forks, left during the week for their new home at Palmerston North. Airs D. A. Stewart, of Timaru, is the guest of Airs L. Collins, High street. Airs E. C. Studholme, “ Te Waimate,” is the guest of her mother, Airs AVells, of Christchurch.

TIAI-A.RU, October 9. Air and Airs J. Alowbray Tripp, “Silverton,” are spending a few days in Christchurch. Airs AV. A. Aloore, “ A’enard,” has returned from a visit to Lady Kinsey in Christchurch. Aliss Olive Lyon, of England, is the guest of Airs F. Brittan, Christchurch. Airs F. J. Rolleston and Aliss Rosamond Rolleston, Le Cren's terrace, have left for Christchurch. Airs 11. Fisher, “ Shenley,” Albury, has left to spend a few’ days in Christchurch. Mr and Airs A. J. Alullins, Hampton House, have been staying with Air and Airs Wilfrid Howell at Cave. - Aliss Alison Good, of Hawea, has arrived to stay with Airs Stone-AA T igg, Waihi School. Aliss Lou Cartwright, Orbell street, has been staying with Miss Peggy Chapman at Salisbury. Airs AA 7 . H. Hclmore and Miss Elena Helmore, “ Koromiko,” and Aliss Betty Cossins, "Ardnaquere,” have left to spend a few days, in Christchurch. Airs A 7. F. Boyle has returned from a visit to Auckland, and is staying with her mother, Airs Howard Tripp, Wai-iti road.

Airs AA 7 . H. Hargreaves, of Kakahu. and Airs Arthur Nichols, “ Kuriheka,” are spending a tew days in Christchurch. Aliss Tripp, of Orari Gorge, i s spending a few days in Fairlie.

Aliss Rosa Tripp. AA’ai-iti road, has retu'ned from a visit to Cheviot. Airs L. E. Finch. Park lane, is spending a few days in Christchurch. Airs G. Pinckney, “ Glenaray.” is staying at the Bungalow for a few days. Aliss Evelyn Pinckney. “Glenaray,” has left to spend a few days in Christchurch. Airs AA’ilfrid Howell, of Cave, has returned home after a short visit to Timaru. Aliss Buchanan, of Christchurch, who has been staying with the Alisees AVoollcombe in Trafalgar street, has left for AA’aimate. Aliss Betty Harper was hostess on Saturday afternoon at her home at AVaitawa when she gave a delightful tea party, to which each guest brought a useful kitchen utensil for Aliss Betty Cossins, "Ardnaquere,” whose marriage to Air Desmond Unwin will take place on November 18. The drawing room was gay with spring flowers, bowls of hyacinths, primroses, and anemones making effective decorations, while in the dining room the table was arranged with yellow and orange ranunculus and bowls of primroses. Aliss Harper received her guests wearing an attractive frock of blue and white spotted crepe de chine made with a flounced skirt and close-fitting bodice, and Aliss Cossins wore a dark blue chiffon frock patterned in green and beige under a blue crepe de chine tailored coat and a small navy blue hat to match. The guests invited included Airs Keith de Castro, Airs Charles Tripp (Southland), ami Misses Nan Cossins. Peggy Unwin. Evelyn Pinckney (Southland), Janet Paterson. Joan Hargreaves. Alary and Rosamond Rolleston, Alargery Gibson. Lou Cartwright, Peggy Chapman. Dendrah Rhodes, Elena Helmore. Diana Orbell, Rosa Tripp, Nancy Bond, Cecil and Elizabeth Elwortbv. Sylvia Orbell, Kathleen Robinson, Catherine Johnston, June Orbell. Olive Lyon, Jessie and Alary Alackcnzie, ami Joyce and Enid Edgar Jones. Aliss Betty Cossins. “Ardnaquere.” was the guest of honour at an enjoyable bridge party on Wednesday night which .was given by Aliss Lon Cartwright at her home in Orbell street. The drawing room was gay with spring flowers. Aliss Cartwright received her guests wearing a charming frock of petunia-coloured marocain finished with jewelled shoulder straps, while Alias Cossins v»re a frock of Burgundy lace made with A’andyke points let into a flared skirt of georgette of the same shade. The guests invited included Alesdames K. de Castro, D. H. Buchanan. E. A. Scott, F. G. Al. Raymond, Alerven Raymond, John Temple, 11. Sinclait-Thomson. A. J. Alullins. and G. H. R. Ulrich, and Alisscs O'Brien, Nan Cossins. Peggy Unwin, June Orbell, Alargery Gibson, Kathleen Robinson, Mary and Rosamond Rolleston, Peggy Chapman, Elena Helmore, Rosa Tripp, and Janet Paterson. At their home in Sefton street yesterday afternoon the Aliases Janet and Helen Paterson were hostesses at a delightful " bedroom ” tea party which they gave in honour of Aliss Betty Cossins, “Ardnaquere,'-' whose marriage to Air Desmond Unwin will take jilace next month. Bowls of wallflowers and daffodils were arranged in the rooms with tall vases of forsythia and bowls of anemones. Aliss Janet Paterson wore a frock of biscuitcoloured crepe de chine patterned in red coin spots and made with a short Eton coat. Aliss Helen Paterson's frock of soft blue floral shantung was made with a flounced skirt, while Miss Cossins wore a maize-coloured georgette frock patterned in brown and yellow and a hat of the same shade of yellow finished with a bandeau effect in brown. The grucsts invited includes Alesdanies K. de Castro, •’n' ■ ■l' em Ple, G. 11. R. Ulrich, Charles Tripp (Southland), and A. J. Alullins, and Alisses Nan Cossins, Peggy Unwin, Alargery Gibson, Alary and Rosamond Rolleston, Evelyn Pinckney. Elena Helmore, Dendrah Rhodes. ' Rosa Tripp, Peggy Chapman, Betty Harper, Jessie and Alary Alackenzic, Enid Edgar-Jones, Sylvia Orbell, Lou Cartwright. Diana Orbell. Joan Hargreaves, June Orbell, and Olive Lyon.

A lovelj- display of spring flowers was shown at the Bay Hall on Wednesday afternoon and evening, when the Timaru Horticultural Society held its annual spring show. The attraction of the show were the beautiful bulbs that were sent down by Sir Heaton Rhodes from his well-known garden, but there were some very fine exhibits of flowers, flowering slirubs, daffodils, primroses, polyanthus, and many other spring flowers from limaru gardens. Among those present were the president (Air AV. J. Hogg), Mesdames A. AVigley, F. L. Barker, R. H. Rhodes, AV. T. Ritchie. E. G. Kerr, E. A. Scott, G. H. Cossins, K. de Castro, W. D. Campbell, J. H. Inglis, Rooney, Seager, J. Scott. R. Parry, Knowles, G. Elliott, Walter, L. S. Talbot, AV. C. Burns, AV. H. Walton, AV. White, H. J. Brewer, AV. Raymond, A. C. Hudson, D. B. Shand, T. Holdgate, J. Price, AA 7 . Anderson, Blodorn, A. Grant, Ashton, AV. A. Aloore, G. AVebster, and A. Jones, and Alisses O'Aleeghan, June Orbell, Stocker, Fergusson, Dendrah Rhodes, Anderson, Todd, Halsey, and Dorothy AValton.

At the Gaiety Skating Ring on Saturday night a fancy-dress carnival was staged, and the hall was decorated with coloured streamers and lights. Prizes were given for the following:—Best fancy costume : Lady—Aliss Helen Fox (mandarin) : most original. Miss Hester Wigley (yokel). Best fancy costume : Men--Alr B. Thomas (lady of the harem): most original. .Mr L. Mangin IKu Klux Klan). Otbe’s were : Misses Elena Orbell (Black and White). Diana Orbell (a lady’s groom). Sylvia Orbell (Apache). Edith Arthur (cowboy). Nancy Bond (skater). Audrey Scott (Jingle Bells). Dorothy 'Walton (alpine climber). Nancy. M’Keague (pierrette). Nohi AA'oodw.i'd (black and white pierrette). Rita Sidey (gipsy). Peggy Campbell (tennis), Naric Campbell (M s Wiggs of the ('abbage Patch). Alary Stirling and Jean Sellwood (winter sports girls). Doris Shea (pierrette), Al. MacDonald (Oranges and Lemons), and Joan Greenall (skater). ASHBURTON. October 19. Mr and Mrs J. B. Laing are spending a few days in Christchurch. Mr Laing retires at the end of November from the Ashburton managership of the Bank of Austr.ila.sia. Mr and Mrs Laing will be much missed on leaving Ashburton. Mrs G. Scott, of Wellington, who spent a few davs with her mother. Airs R. Thomas. " Borathat." Carters terrace, has returned home. Aliss Bremner. of Alosgiel, is the guest of Air and Alts Aliddlemas. Hinds. Air and Airs G. Nicol] motored to Christchurch on Wednesday. Lady Nosworthy and. het niece. Al'Pilbrow, of Palmerston, who is her guest, have gone to (.'hristehurch to be present at the Christ’s College sports. Air Godfrey Harper. Ilackthorne. is also in Christchurch for the college sports. Aliss Little is a guest at the Hotel Foil er al. Christch ureli. Airs Redmond Neil. Barossa, Alount Somers, is in Christliurcli for the college sports. The marriage of Alargaret Jean, sixth daughter of Air and Mrs 11. 11. Cain, and Ansley Lawrence, only son of Air and Airs A. Moore, of Ashburton, was solemnised on Wednesday afternoon by the Rev. Air Al’Neur, of Pleasant Point. The ceremonv was performed at the residence of the bride’s parents, “St. Elmo.’’ Temukn. The bride wore a simple gown of white satin. Her’veil fell gracefully from a headband of orange blossom, and she carried a sheaf of choice spring flowers. Her bridesmaid was Aliss Grace Cain (sister), who wore a frock of lido blue satin, and a blue hat to tone, and who carried a bouquet in marigold tints. The bridegroom was attended bv his cousin. Air Br uce Feehney, of Ashburton. After the ceremony, a family reception was held. Air and Airs Moore left later for the south, the bride wearing a nigger brown celanese frock, with a felt hat to tone, and carrying a smart tweed coat in fawn and brown shadings. The future home of Air and Airs Aloere will be at Lynnford. Ashburton. Airs Pettey and Aliss Dorothy Petter, who spent some months in Christchurch, have returned to Ashburton and taken up their residence in Havelock street. Invitations are cut for the wedding of Aliss Jean Nicoll and Air AA’. Hazlett on November 4 at St. Stephen’s Church, Ashburton. Airs Bolam. of Invercargill, is the guest of her mother. Airs A. Bushell. Burnett street. Aliss Al. Bushell, who was the guest of her sister, Airs Bolam, has returned home. Aliss P. Miller. who lias been the guest of Airs H. Bonifant, “Avoca,” AA’akanui, has returned to Ashburton, and is the guest of her brother, Dr Aliller, Burnett street. CHRISTCHURCH. October 9. On Thursday night at her home in Fendalton, Airs Beals entertained a few of her friends as a most enjoyable bridge party. Those present were Alesdames Fox, Rich. J, Turnbull, Neil Guthrie, Charles Reid, and Harold Barker, and Alisses Cracroft AVilson and Dorothy Humphreys. On AA’ednesdnv evening a surprise party organised by Air C. R. Kingston visited the home of Air and Airs I. S. Kingston, Lower Riccarton. The guests, who spent a most enjoyable time in dancing, games, and competitions, were Mr and Airs I. Kingston. Air and Airs F. A 7. Harris, and Alisses D. Mullins, D. Kars, G. Mullins. AT. Peters, and E. Oliver, and Alessrs AV. Kingston. G. Pierson, R. Kingston, W. Sills, L. Kars, G. Crutch, and G. Kingston. Alisses Alargaret and Stella Dougall gave a very enjoyable bridge party at their home at Clyde road, Fendalton. Amongst the guests were Alcsdames Cook (Auckland). E. England, S. Bates, Ballan, AL Crawshaw. C. Hadfield, Peter AA’ilson, A. E. Steere. and A’ernon Stapp, and Alisses Caddick, T. Forman, and Hanna. The prizes were won by Airs Cook .and Airs Hadfield. A very large number of guests was present at an enjoyable bridge partyarranged by Airs Palmer, Airs Hadfield, and Airs Stallard, members of the United

Croquet Club. The proceeds of the party which was held in the United Clubs pavilion, were in aid of the Hawke s Bay croquet greens which were damaged byearthquake. The afternoon tea table? which were arranged at one end of the pavilion, were gay with spring flowers. Airs J. A. Cook (Duncd : n). Airs 11. S. •S. Fenwick and Aliss Norrie l-enwick (Dunedin). Air and Airs O’dham (Dunedin). Dr and Airs Frank 1-itchett (Dunedin). Air and Airs Finch (Timaru). Air and Airs Guyon Alaedonald (Orari). Air and Airs J. Mowbrav Tripp (Geraldine). Airs Alan Orbell (Waikouaiti), Airs Pinckney (Glenaray). Airs H. Fisher (Albury) Airs T. Young (Wellington), and Airs E. IT. AA’illiams (Dunedin) are visitors tc Christchurch for the Christ's College sports. Dr and Airs T. Al ill. who. since tlieit arrival in New Zealand by the Rangitiki,

spent a few days in Dunedin, have returned to Christchurch. They spent a veryenjoyable holiday in Britain, and also visited Berlin and A’ienna. Airs IT. ATurray-Aynsley has returned to Christchurch after a visit to friends in the Noith Island.

Aliss Brom’ey Cocks. Ranfurly street has returm <1 from a visit to Dunedin Airs Noel Buchanan and Airs BuchananMatson. having left Hawke's Bay with the intention of living in Christchurch, are at present staying at Air F. 11. Pynes house, Naseby street.

Mrs Frank Poulton. Shirley, anil Airs Guy Pascoe. P< terborough street, have left to spend a holiday at Castle Hill. The engagement is announced of AA’illiam Gillies, youngest sou of Air John and the late Airs AlacLcay. of Pekct Harbour. Punta Arenas. South America, and Ann Claxby. only daughter of Air anil Airs Hugh Ensor, of ’’ Rakahuri,” Canterbury.

The marriage took p'ace on AA’ednesday at St. Alark’s Church. Opawa. of Ida Eileen, only daughter of Air and Airs A. Hunnibell. of Opawa. and Edward AA’altei elder son of Air and Airs T. AA’. Brundell. of Nelson. The bride, who was given away by her father, wore a beautiful frock of parchment satin, made with A - shaped neckline. a long. close-fitting bodice, slightly gathered at each side ot the shaped front panel, and a fully-flared skirt, falling into a train. Over her closefitting cap of exquisite Honiton lace fell the tulle veil edged with the lace, worn over the face, and caught with a halfcirelet of orange blossom at the back. Sh--carried a sheaf of palest pink roses and carnations and white’ cyclamen. The bridesmaids. Aliss Alargaret Peate and Miss Alargaret Lance, wore long sleeveless frocks and long-sleeved coatees of primrose georgette with shaped frills outlining the coatees and trimming the skirts in slanting lines from the hip-line to the hem. Their shoes matched their widebrimmed green straw hats inset each with three bands of velvet ribbon and finished with a bow of velvet across the back. They carried sheaves of Iceland poppies and tulips shading from primrose to orange. Air Bob Griffin, of Nelson, was best man. and All- Cecil Peate was groomsman. The Rev. H. AV. Smith performed the ceremony, and Air Baker was the organist. The wedding reception was held at the home of the bride’s parents at Opawa. Airs Hunnibell wore a handsome frock and three-quarter length coat of black georgette patterned with pink roses and green leaves, the coat having collar, cuffs, and hem of light brown fur. Her black hat with satin crown had a brim of tulle upturned in front, and between the layers of tulle were two flat pink flowers. Her bouquet was of pink tulips and hyacinths. Amongst the guests were the bridegroom’s sisters. Airs J. Griffin and Aliss Irene Brundell. of Nelson, and Airs St. John, of Christchurch. AA’hen leaving for the wedding tour, the bride wore a smart tunic frock of bright navy silk wide biskra collar, revers, and cuffs, while crepe flecked with biskra and made with her small bowler-shaped straw hat to match was upturned at one side, and trimmed with a feather mount. BLENHEIAI. October 9. On Saturday afternoon the Blenheim Bowling Club was the scene of considerable attraction. The weather was extremely pleasant, and there was a verylarge assemblage of members, their relatives, and friends. The large green, with its soft green surface, was wonderfully attractive, and the surrounding gardens and well-kept flower beds lent a verypretty setting. AVith a short opening speech the president of the club. Air E. J. Harvey-, declared the green open for the season, after which Airs Harvey- came forward and threw the first jack. The wives and relatives of the members then entertained the visitors and players at a dainty- afternoon tea which they dispensed in the pavilion situated on the grounds, overlooking the lovely green lawns. Some of those present were Alesdames Harvev, C. Alills, F. Bull. Bagge, AA’bibley, Thompson. Couch, F. Broughan, P. Wilkinson, P, AViffen, Green, Livingstone, Stockwell,

Macintosh, Cunningham, Harrison, Hille, Brooks, Smith, and C. Parker, and Alisses Alills (2), Thompson (2), Neville (3), Hille, Claudia Alills, E. Thompson, Livingstone (2), Hubbard, and Redwood. On Thursday- afternoon, at St. Alary’s Convent, past and present pupils of St. Alary's School held a most enjoyable reunion in honour of Sister Alary Alacoque, to celebrate the attainment of her fiftieth anniversary as a Sister of Alcrey. The hall was beautifully decorated with green palms and coloured streamers. awl arranged as a large, cosy drawing room with lounges, easy- chairs, and small tables daintily decorated with spring flowers. The youngest pupil (Shona O'Brian), frocked in white satin, met the guest of honour at the door of the hall, and presented her with a lovely bouquet of white abutilons and maidenhair fern, after which a chorus of welcome was sung by all the pupils. The Rev. Father O Reilly,, in a few happy words, spoke of the desire of past and present pupils to do honour to their old teacher, and called on Airs F. Broughan (the oldest pupil present) to read an address of congratulation. In a charming speech Airs Broughan recalled treasured memories brought to mind by the jubilee, and on behalf of herself and old pupils presented the very populajubilarian with an exquisite posy of yellow primroses and forget-me-nots, also a lovelygold purse (worked by an ex-pupil), with cheque enclosed. The response was made by the A cry Rev. Dean Holley, who had come from Timaru for the event. He referred to the jubilarian's long awl valued record as a teacher, and thanked those responsible for the gathering. The Rev. Father Knight read out a large sheaf of congratulatory telegrams received from ex-pupils all over New Zealand, who were unable to attend the function. The pupils, many of whom had not met for some years, sang a number of old school turns, some having been taught by the guest of the afternoon. Delicious tea. daintily served, was much appreciated, and during this period the sister cut her three-tiered cake, made by some of her pupils, and tipped with 50 candles. Then came singing by Mrs O'Sullivan. Airs AA'intringham, and Aliss B. Alurpliy, and a duet brilI liantlv played by Aliss-’s E. AA'intringham and E. Alorrison. The accompaniments were nlayed by Airs AA’. R. Allen. “ Auld Lang Syne " concluded a most enjoyable afternoon.

On Tuesday afternoon at her residence in Alonro street. Airs A. Fell gave an enjoyable bridge party in honour of Airs E. Hay. of Christchurch, who is here on a visit. Two rooms were cosily arranged for bridge, and attractively decorated with yellow native kowhai. primroses, and daffodils. Aliss Anderson was fortunate in winning the prize fot* highest score, and Aliss Macßae was presented with the consolation prize. Airs Fell received her guests in a charming frock of delphinium blue georgette, and dispensed a very daintv afternoon tea. Airs Hay was wearing a smart black georgette frock piped with red. and smart black hat. Othns present were Alcsdames de Castro. Stocker. F. Dillon (Leefield). C. Rutherford. T. Renwick (Dumgrce). Brockett. Griffiths. F. Reid. Churchward. B. Aloore (AA’ellington). AlacNab. Tesehemaker. Latter. L. Chaytor, AL AA’ood. and L. Clouston. and Alisses Chapman (2). Rutherford, and Bell. Air and Airs A. S. Duncan. Airs IT. E. Button, and Airs C. AA’. Coles (Christchurch), who have been visiting Blenheim in connection with the death of Airs Andrew Duncan, have returned home. Airs B. Clouston. of S-t inglands, who has been visiting Airs 11. Lissaman at AA'aireka. has returned. Airs B. A. Aloore. of AA’ellington. is visiting Airs AA’. T. Churchward at Springlands. Airs J. T. Alowat and Airs Goyder have returned from an enjoyable visit to AA’ellington. AA’ELLINGTON. October 9. The Navy League Ball, always a pleasant one, was a most successful function this year. In honour of Rear-admiral Blake, and the officers of H.AI.S. Diomede, some of whom have left New Zealand since, it was given at the Adelphi Cabaret, and masses of lovely flowers were used to supplement the usual tasteful decorations. Rhododendrons, camellias, branches of cherry blossom, and spring bulbs were used, and in the corners of the dance hall were groups of arum lilies and feathery greenery. A “ winter garden ” was made, and was a delightful place for those who were sitting out. Part of the success of the dance might have been traced to the dancing the lancers, which began the programme. Alany had only partly remembered them, and the efforts to keen up with the nTusic made for merriment all the time. This certainly broke up any stiffness, and set the pace of jollity, which prevailed all the evening. A polka followed later, and was a revelation to those who had experienced only the “ trotty ” American dances which need so little exertion. However, there were many who knew the dance, while others tried it. with very varying success. The official lancers was danced by Lady Norah Jellieoc. Airs AA. Perry, Airs J. Findlay,-Lady Alyers, Airs Frazer, Airs Grant-Dalton, Airs P. Alarshall, Airs A’. Boyle, who were partnered by Rear-admiral Blake. Sir John Hanham. Commander Crutchlev. Alajorgeneral Sinclair-Burgess. Air AA’. Perry (president of the AA’ellington Navy League), Captain J. S. G. Fraser. R.N.. Squadron-leader T. Al. AA’ilkes. and Air AA’alker. Among those present were Lady Buckleton and her daughter. Lady Roberts, Alcsdames AA’. H. Bremner. GrantDalton. J. T. AA’ebster, C. C. Aliles. and D. C. Peacock, and Alisses C. A’oung. Booth. P. Blundell, Al. Shand. Reid. J. Nielson, S. Todd. M. Rutter. A. Perry, P. Kerruish, H. Mackenzie. N. Fotheringham. P. Alarshall. A. Addison, T. Meadows, C. Stewart; and many others.

Farewell parties have been given recently in honour of Airs Ben Bayless, and she herself was hostess at one to which many friends were invited. Air and Mrs Bayless with their two young sons arc leaving by the Niagara on'their return to America, and will be much missed by AA’ellington friends. Their party was given at the Palm Lounge at the Hotel St. George, which was attractively decorated with Iceland poppies, cherry blossom and other flowers. The tea tables were arranged in tones of yellow and mauve, and an excellent tea was served. Airs Calvin Hitch and Mrs Kulm received the guests with Mrs Bayless, the latter wearing an em-

broidered black chiffon frock and a- baku straw hat. _ Airs Hitch was in black lace, and Airs Kuhn in floral chiffon. Among those present were Alesdames J. B. MacEwan, B. Ahl, E. Kaula, AV. AA’atson, G. Alorgan, Hallard, B. Gotlieb, Formichella, Prevost. Triughanu J. Foster, P. AA’ard, A. Tennent. B. Nagle, and others. Air and Mrs Erreld Alartin gave a picture party followed by a dance as a farewell to Air and Airs Bayless, this being a particularly pleasant party too. at which many friend's had the chance of bidding farewell to the popular guests of honour. The English-Speaking Union, which has been very active this winter, gave a very pleasant luncheon party at Kirkcaldie’s Jacobean Room recently in honour of Judge Collyer, of Chicago. a visitor to New Zealand. The tables were daintily decorated with Iceland poppies and maidenhair fern, and there was a good attendance of members to make a “ friendly gesture ” to the visitor. Judge Collyer was cordially welcomed by the chairman, Air A. Leigh Hunt, who spoke briefly of the aims and objects of the E.S.U.. emphasising the fact that while Great Britain and America stood firmly for peace in the world, there was little likelihood of war. Judge Collyer, who has a nice sense of humour, spoke of his pleasure at finding ladies present. as he had imagined the E.S.U. to be “ only a man show.” However he adjusted his remarks to interest the feminine part of the assemblage, and told of his recent visit to Japan. He was of opinion that the AA r estern women had much to be thankful for in the fact that the divorce lairs were not anything like those which obtain in Japan. There a man has only to go to the nearest street corner and wave his arm. and declare three times that he divorces his unworthy wife—and the thing is done! The wives in Japan, according to the judge have a very “ thin time,” for when they have put a meal be-

fore the great man of the house, they re> tire modestly while he eats it, and what is left is their portion—if any. The judge was of opinion that never anywhere had he seen so many babies as in Japan, they ' simply swarmed everywhere. Altogether it was an informative and pleasant talk. After the lunch many of those present had an opportunity of meeting the guest of honour, who seemed to be making very pleasant impressions, as well as getting them.

Harriers might certainly be expected to be very energetic people, and those who attended the Olympic Harriers’ Club dance had no reason to complain of lack of amusement and pleasantness, as the members had spared no trouble to make it the success it undoubtedly was. There were not so many present as anticipated, but the prevailing epidemic no doubt was responsible for the absence of a good many. However, a most enjoyable evening was spent, and admiration given to the very fine trophies won during the season —especially the one for the 20-mile race—was very hearty. The AI.C.s.. Alessrs Alorris and D. Barn, looked after the guests well, and were responsible for much of the success of the dance. Among those present were Alesdames Seatchard in blue satin; Cainnbell. green floral taffeta; AA orkman. floral georgette: and Briggs, apricot satin: and Alisses E. AA 7 . Gibb, white net over satin: Daley, black georgette: Al. Alorris, cerise crepe de chine: G. Alorris. white lace; Barn, floral georgette: Austin, apricot georgette; Thorburn, floral ninon; Philp, Ellis, Al'Gavin. AL Howie, and’ man?- others. Airs J. C. Peacock. Airs Duncan Alenzies. Airs D. Stout, and Aliss Enid Bell have left to attend the golf championship meeting at Rotorua. Aliss Lulu Dver left a tew days earlier. Aliss Gwen Hislop, wfio has been the guest of Mrs 11. F. Norman, has returned to Dunedin. .Anions thos<- who have recently returned from England, are Airs H. D. Crawford and her son. Air J. C. Crawford. .AJrs AA H. Rose. Clifton terrace, is visiting Christchurch, nnd staying with he’’ daughter. Airs Lorimer. Airs Guv FiiP/m. Miss Alardie AVard, and Miss Aluric] AA’ylie have left for Rotoru.'i for the "olf rhamnionshin meetin< T . Air and Mrs K. Al •’son. Kelburn. are anmne fI IP visitors to Christehmeli. Ab’s ,T. Haimau. of Greymoutb. is visitin" AA'.’ l Airs C. R. A i’-'-eriu’”>. Kelburn. has reti’- n.-.jl from a visit to Rotorua. Ab-Stronach Paterson and Mrs A’in- ; A\ aid motored up to Rotorua for the : qo lr I I Airs AA’. 11. L’uPon has left bv the llenmera for a fF« r spending I P '-opr jo New Zealand. | Aliss R'-l + y ”’lio has boon the guest of Aliss Joan AA’ebstor for some iveeks. has f,, r’lo’isfelun’rh. AH’.AT? \p \. October 9. -An onjovahje evenin" was spent at Te Dirae on Frid’v bv the nmne friends of Air nnd Airs K. Scott, of Rawhitu. Air and Airs Scott were presented with a canteen of cutler.v on behalf of the settlers.

A surprise partv of over 60 guests visited Airs AA. A. Burling and her daughters. Rojierts road. Lansdowne, Alasterton. recently to welcome them home after a trip to Honolulu. Ihe ball held by the combined committees of the AVairarapa Ladies and Alen s Hockey Associations at Carterton on AA’ednesday night, was a signal success. The dancing floor of the King’s Theatre was well filled, dancers coming from all parts of the AA’airarapa. Ihe engagement is announced of Gladys Elizabeth (Betsy), only daughter of Airs AV. R. Parker and the late AV. R. Parker, of ’’ Pukio.” Featherston, and AA'illiani Fleming, youngest son of Air and Airs Thomas Connell, of ” Cecil Lodge,’’ Auglicr, County Tyrone, Ireland. the enrolment ceremony of the First Featherston Company Girl Guildes took place this week, when 30 Girl Guides were enrolled. The Greytown Football Club’s annual ball, held on Alonday night, was not as well attended as usual, although visitors were present from all parts ot’ the district. The marriage was solemnised at the Anglican Church, Pongaroa, AVairarapa, recently of Alice Rhoda, eldest daughter of Air ami Airs A. J. Bassett, AA’aihoke A alley, and AA’illiam Edward, second son of Air and Airs F. 11. Buckingham, Pongaroa. Aliss Freda Buckingham was bridesmaid, and there were two flower girls, Nola Bassett and Beryl Buckingham. Air E. Buckingham was best man, and Air AA'. Bassett groomsman. Aliss AA 7 . A’. Coster, who has been transferred from the Dalefield School to Brooklyn, was farewelled prior to her departure by parents and friends at a social evening in the Dalefield Hall. The chairman of the School Committee. Air C. Abbott, on behalf of the residents of ihe district. presented Aliss Coster with a silk eiderdown and a travelling rug. FEILDING, October 9. 1 n view of her approaching marriage Aliss Amy Hare, of Lackey’s Line, Feilding. was, on AA’ednesda.v afternoon, given a very jolly “ kitchen ” tea by a few old family friends. The club rooms* of the AA’.D.F.U. had been requisitioned for the occasion, and the pretty lounge, ever bright with its beige rose and blue colouring, was turned into a veritable bower of beauty, with cherry and peach blossom and narcissi. Aliss Alargaret Johnston was the winner of two interesting competitions that closely held the attention of those present. A most delectable tea was dispensed, the table being a delight to behold, with forget-me-nots, grape hyacinths, and primroses. A huge bon-bon fashioned with blue crinkled paper made a unique and charming receptacle for the gifts showered upon- the ’’Ucot of honour by a host of friend.,. Aliss Hare was wearing a smart frock ot grey and maroon flecked tweed, with beret to match. Among the guests were Alesdames Bevington-Jones, Gordon Hare, Herbert Price (Karariki), F. C. Lethbridge, Henry Hare, D. P. Buchanan, J C. AA’ebster, F. Horniman. J. C. Hare, G. Phillips, O. Laughton, C. B. M’Clure, C. Liixmore, Hugh Hare, Jack Buchanan, Al. Aleyrick, and J. Alason, and Alisses Al. Gossett. L. Hare. E. Lethbridge, K. Buchanan, P. Goodbehere, Al. Bailey, A. Phillips. D. Duthie. H. Cornfoot, Al. Johnston. N. Pratt, B. Dernier, F. Con-

way, M. Fox, M. Beattie, R. M'Clure, R. Swainson, and E. Ewen. Miss Ida Carey, of Hamilton, is the guest of Mrs C. A. J. Levett, Feilding. Miss Roma M'Clure, of Highfield road, is visiting friends in Wanganui.

WANGANUI, October 9. Mrs Stewart, of Marton, is the guest of Airs R. Lilburn, St. John’s HilL Mrs Norman R. Bain, of St. John’s Hill, was hostess at an enjoyable bridge afternoon last Tuesday in aid of St. Chad’s Queen candidate. There were 11 tables in play. The Misses Ashmore, of No. 3 Line, Wanganui East, motored to New Plymouth for the week-end. The Victoria League made a special appeal to its members for books for the annual drive for the lepers at Makogai Island this week. A very happy afternoon was spent, and a fine collection of books displayed at the league rooms, which were decorated with choice spring blooms. Tea was served, the convener being Miss Zeisler. Those taking part in the entertainment arranged were Misses J. Currie, J. Treloar, M. Currie, J. Thomas, P. Lewis, H. Franklin, J. Christie, B. Wilson, M. Hutton, B. Gardner, Af. Peck, N. Russell, N. Burgess, K. Zeisler, and N. Hales. Miss Molly Anderson, of Wanganui River, was the guest of Mrs G. Drew, Gonville, this week. Mrs lyan Davidson, of Braeburn Hotel, is spending a short holiday as the guest of Mrs L. A. Elliott, Feilding. Airs Russell Grace and Afiss Nancy Grace, accompanied by Airs AL Earle, motored to Rotorua last week for the New Zealand Ladies’ Golf Tournament. Airs D. Priest, Makirikiri, is spending a holiday at Christchurch. Miss C. Lewis, Fordell, and Aliss B. Gaisford. of Bulls, have returned from a trip to Rotorua. Afiss Grace Avery, New Plymouth, is the guest of Airs A. G. Winstone, Durie Hill. Aliss .N. Tremewan, of Palmerston North, is spending a holiday with her sister, Airs John Coull, St. John’s Hill. Aliss A 7 alerie Hardcourt, of Napier, is the guest of Airs A. H. Webster. The Afisses Reina and Hazel Jones motored to Wellington this week to meet Afiss A. Jones, who returned from a trip spent on the Continent and Great Britain. Afrs Douglas Campbell, of Pongaroa, is the guest of Afrs H. G. Skeet, Carlton terrace, Gonville. Air and Afrs G. Weekes Were visitors to Palmerston North this week. Afiss Jordan, Carrick street, St. John’s Hill, is visiting Wellington. Afrs B. L. Blyth and Aliss G. Higginbottom are spending a holiday at Auckland. Air and Afrs Alan Cameron, of “Alarangai,” No. 1 Line, accompanied by Air and Airs H. D’Arcy motored to Auckland this week. . Afrs F. Wagstaff was hostess at an enjoyable afternoon in aid of St. Lawrence’s Church, Aramoho, last Wednesday. Mr and Afrs G. Al. Currie, of Kai-Iwi, were visitors at the Auckland races lastweek. Afiss Harper, St. John’s Hill, motored to Wellington for a few days during the week-end.

PALMERSTON NORTH, October 9. ' Members of St. John’s Tennis Club, Feilding, gave a very successful dance in the Parish Hall on Tuesday evening. The half was decorated with baskets of flowers and streamers, and splendid music was supplied by a professional orchestra. Among those present were Afisses E. Wales, in ivory frilled taffeta; W. Wales, red satin and lace; L. Scott (Christchurch), black taffeta and fish net; AL Brandt, black georgette; I. Gibsone, black satin; R. Vincent, yellow floral georgette; E. Boddy, blue taffeta; M. Benge, ivory taffeta; N. Pike, blue georgette; B. Warren, green crepe de chine; A. James, green lace; L. Warren, red crepe de chine; N. Guthrie, black lace; A. Lindstrom, blue velvet; L. Moore, black georgette; Al. Af'Connen, green net; L. Pearce, black lace; Af. Green, pink georgette; G. Anthony, green georgette; R. Benge, white frilled georgette; S. Pearce, green georgette and net; N. Neilson, white taffeta and chenille georgette; E. Hope, flame satin; Af. Laurenson, green lace; L. Street, cream lace; V. Baltrop, pink georgette; H. Hocken, blue taffeta; Af. Bourke, red georgette; B. Bridge, orange taffeta; Af. Stewart, blue georgette and chenille; E. Stewart, yellow georgette; D. Jackman. white lace; AL Herdman, black lace; P. Afalcolmson, white marietta; A. Alsop, lemon georgette; V. Foster, red satin; G. Watts, bl&k lace; E. Collins, black georgette; B. Cutten (Palmerston North), blue and gold lace;

S. Oliver (Palmerston North), white embossed crepe de chine; E. Manly (Palmerston North), orange satin; Af. Howell (Palmerston North), white frilled georgette; J. Hayward, mauve georgette; B. Clough, red satin; R. Viles, blue floral georgette; R. Smith, green floral georgette; A. Green, blue frilled georgette; and Af. Waugh, black lace. Last Saturday evening a very enjoyable dinner party was given at the Afidland Hotel by Afiss Grace, in honour of the coming of age of her neice, Aliss Afarjorie Grace, of New Plymouth. Aliss Grace received the guests in the lounge wearing a graceful frock of black panne velvet and white fox fur. The lounge had been arranged with Iceland poppies and cherry blossom. Those present were Misses Marjorie Grace, who wore a pretty frock of powder blue georgette; Afuriel Grace (New Plymouth), ivory moire taffeta; Alarcella Grace, shell pink georgette and green chenille bridge coat; Afavis Squires (New Plymouth), black georgette and lace; W. M'Dougall, black georgette and floral bridge coat; and N. Hallett, white satin; and Afessrs Gerald Grace (New- Plymouth), Raj- Grace (New Plymouth), B. Tatrell (New Plymouth), H. Palmer, P. O’Shea, F. and H. Swindell, and D. Lylian. Afiss Nesta Tremewan is the guest of Airs John Corill, of Wanganui. Afiss Afarjorie Bolton has returned from Wellington. Mrs N. Sinclair is spending a holiday in Auckland.

Air and Airs Ernest Blundell, of Wellington. are visiting Palmerston North. Airs R. Abraham is visiting Wellington. Airs lan Al'Ewan is visiting Auckland. Afrs R. Bale is visiting Aire P. A. Al’Hardy, of “ Aramona,” Hawke’s Bay. Airs R. D. Gambrill is visiting Mrs C. N. Beggs, of Wellington.

POVERTY BAY, Octobef 7. A most enjoyable bridge tea was given by Afiss Afargaret Sherratt at her home recently. The rooms were artistically ' decorated -with Iceland poppies. The ! hostess received her guests wearing a | dainty frock of black crepe de chine : trimmed with red and white spotted ’ organdie. Among those present were Afisses S. Cotterill, P. Seymour, P. . Burke, Hegarty (2), Barns-Graham (2), E. Alurplfy. A., E., Af., and 0. Barker, and Af. Blair. Another very enjoyable bridge afternoon was given by Airs L. T. Burnard at her home in Russell street. Airs Burnard was wearing a charming frock of floral ninon -offset with cream ninon. Afiss Vera Burnard wore electric blue erepe -de chine. 'The guests included Afesdames A. L. Singer, AL J. White, S. D. Nathan, D. Muir, R. U. Burke, L. Miles, H. B. Williams. E. Ewart Brown, P. Al’Sweeney, and R. Crawford, and Afiss AL Rees. A joyous “ kitchen ” evening was given by Airs J. W. Holmes and her daughter, Alias Riinu Holmes, in honour of Afiss Bernice Hall, whose marriage to Air George Al’Ara takes place shortlj-. The hostess received in a becoming frock of black georgette with fluted cascades falling from the neckline. Aliss Rimn Holmes wore a dainty frock of powder blue crepe de chine; the guest of honour, a pretty frock of shell pink crepe de chine with a long flared skirt falling in points at the hem, and a cherry velvet jacket trimmed with black fur; Mrs W. Hall, navy sprigged crepe de chine touched with fawn; and Afiss Helen Hall, rose pink crepe de chine. A very enjoyable musical programme. was contributed by several of the guests. After supper the gifts were presented to the bride-to-be, who was assisted in the ceremony of opening the parcels by her two brides-niaids-to-be, Afisses R. Holmes and D. Sim. The recipient suitably returned thanks to the hostess and donors. The guests included Afesdames W. Hall, J. Pirie, H. Jones, I. J. Quigley, AL E. Knox, Bicknell (Putaruru), and C. H. Lowden, and Afisses D. and Af. Sim, I. Petersen, O. Fisher, Af. Pirie, H. Lange, Smith, A. Niven, B. Afoore, and H. Hall. A very pretty wedding was solemnised at Bright Street Afethodist Church, Gisborne. when Edna, eldest daughter of Air and Airs C. S. Bullock, of Gisborne, was united in the holy bonds of matrimony with Cecil Francis, youngest son of Airs and the late Air Cecil Lewis, of Gisborne. The Rev. W. J. Elliott was the officiating clergyman. The church wag artistically decorated by members of the Girls’ Club, and four arches were entwined with spring flowers, backed with baniboo. Hanging from the centre of each arch was a white bell tied with pink bows. Beautiful bowls of sweet peas were placed about the church. The bride, who was given away by her father, was a charming picture in a lovely frock of white duchesse satin fashioned with moulded bodice with bolero effect, a long

hip yoke trimmed with inverted tucks, and a full flared skirt featuring a long train trimmed with a horseshoe composed of orange blossoms. Her veil was of white tulle exquisitely embroidered and scalloped round the edge. The tulle was caught tightly round the head, and a peak of. the net stood upright over the brow. White satin shoes and hose to tone and a beautiful bouquet of white sweet peas and roses veiled in maidenhair fern and tied with satin ribbon completed her attractive toilet. Four charming brides-, maids attended the bride—-Aliss Una Auld (chief) and the bride’s three sisters, Afisses Gladys, Thelma, and Phyllis Bullock, who were frocked alike in sweetbriar pink georgette. The frocks were modelled with long flared skirts and peplum flounces tapering to points in front, lhe moulded corsages were offset with boleros tied in front and caught with sprays of tiny pink flowers. They wore picture hats of crinoline straw with bandeau fronts, each caught with a single pink rose. Shoes of pink satin and hose to tone were worn and bouquets of pink sweet peas and roses carried. Little Pam Lewis (bridegroom’s niece) was a daintyflower girl in her long pink satin frock modelled with tiny frills round the hem, the bodice offset with puff sleeves, bne wore a pink crinoline straw hat trimmed with velvet flowers and tied under the chin with pink satin ribbon, and carried a dainty basket of pink sweet peas and roses. Air F. Iles ablycarried out the duties of best man, and the groomsmen were Alessrs T. Colebourne, E. Auld, and B. Sealey. Following tne ceremony a reception was held at Findlay s lea Rooms, where a large number of guests was entertained.

, DAWKE ® BAY, October 9. Members of the Hastings Orphans’ Club entertained their wives and lady friends at a very enjoyable evening in the Assembly Hall. The Orphans, under the guidance of Mr Peat (chief Orphan) rendered a very good programme of niude. Atter supper dancing commenced to the music played by the Orphans’ orchestra, those present were Afesdames Peat, who wore fl ora i velvet; Roache> black j O Meara, pea green taffeta; Cashmore, Nile green georgette, with a gold tissue budge coat; Alyers, rose pink georgette flnrnl 6t ’’ehing; A. Rainbow. M‘Ph t n,non . : Davis, black lace; vuir’f 011 ’ leaf Sfeen erepe de chine; Af Allister, rose taffeta; Harris, lacquer red georgette; Fail, green georgette; Lean, cherry red georgette; Goddard, =1 f e ® r S ette « design in rose shades. Rivers, Nile green georgette; E. Wall wallflower satin; Palmer, blaek n- i L lldy ’ green floral georgette; Kicl.ettS’ copper georgette; Af‘Alley, black lace, with black georgette- Christie ruby red velvet; 11. C. Baird, laequer red g^ orgette; George, lupine blue 8 gold tissue and lace; fro d ck? e and W Af’- b ac v ge orgette and lace trock, and Aliases Roache, floral georgette; Christie ivory georgette; and loung, black velvet. The Wairere Croquet Club held its Thl IUnS i ast Saturday afternoon. ma le\ e n h -T I b T S light and sun uy made an ideal day for the occasion Aiternoon tea was provided bv Airs T. with^-,TI+ d i i be i tea - T ables wcre dainty ith ciy stal bowls ot Iceland poppies and jonquils. Among those present were AlesT w Ko V e \/’ Y- Lee ’ R - A - Bayhffe, L. Wood. Wa. cher. J. P. Thomson. J. Carter, Al. Burt, Newbigin, K. Al’Leav (Hastings), Bailey Barr. Rough, Creighton Pickering (Hastings), Liffen, Logan, TTi. te k ; Hutclnnson, Arnold, Hastings. Ritchie, C Corner, Chisholm, and Sinclair, and Afisses Francis, Rogers, Blake, Dyford, and many others. Members of the Napier Savage Club entertained their lady friends in their usual hospitable manner. The Trocadero lea Rooms were converted into a social i i j £, thc , e '' ent - Those present included Air and Airs Renouf. Air and Airs An F U tY and Bryant, Air and Airs Holt, Mr and Airs Ruddenklau, Air ana Mrs W ascher, Mr and Mrs Amner, and Air and Airs H. Cottrell, amt Mesdames Foster, G. A. W. Henley. Baker, Ramage, Bennett, Gurr, Ward, and others. Airs J. A. Af’Lcan. Porangahau. is on her mot he r . Mrs E. R. C. Bowen, ot Wellington. Afiss Af. Thorne-George, of Napier, is on a visit to Auckland. Airs L. AL Afonckton, who was in Palmerston North for the golf tournament has returned to Waipukurau. an< l I 1 rank Armstrong, of Akitio, were visitors to Napier for the races. Air and Afrs Charles Douglas, of Napier, were recent visitors to Alorere hot springs. Afiss Dorothy Cunningham has returned to Napier from a visit to Wellington. Aliss Dorothy Cave, of England, is on Hawke’s Bay and is the guest of Lady Russell. The engagement is announced of Christine, second daughter of Air and Airs Whitton, of -Greenmeadows, and William Hugh, eldest son of Air and Afrs -J. F. M’Carthy, of Waipukurau. Airs G. Clarke, of Knight street, Hastings, has gone on a visit to Rotorua. Airs F. D. Herrick, of Dannevirke, is visiting friends in Wellington. Dr and Aliss Edgar were recent Napier visitors to Wellington. .Mrs G. Thorne-George, who has been visiting Taupo, has returned to Napier. Air and Airs R. Al’Leod, of Trentham, who have been on a visit to Hawke’s Bay, have returned to their home. ' Alts Hutchinson was a recent Gisborne visitor to Napier. Airs H. H. Bramwell, who has been on a visit to Napier, has returned to her home in Hawera. Aliss E. AfWay. who lias been the guest of Airs Al'Rae, Clive square, Napier, has returned to Wellington. Airs Powell, who has been on a visit to Aire Harding. “Raukawa,” Hawke’s Bay, has returned to her home in Masterton. Airs Knight, who has been visiting Napier, has returned to Dannevirke. Airs G. Alyers, of Hastings, has returned from a visit to Auckland. Airs R. Carrington, who has been on a visit to Napier, has returned to Gisborne.

Airs A. W. Parsons, of Waipukurau, is making a short visit to Auckland. Afrs Tiffin, Patangata, is on a visit to Napier.

Airs J. R. Afurphy, Alohaka, is staying with her daughter, Airs G. G. Parker, if Gisborne. Airs Af’Callum, who has been on a visit to Norsewood, has returned to her home in Wanganui. • Afrs Smith, Haumoana, is on a visit to Wellington. Afiss Morrison, of Palmerston North, was a recent visitor to Hastings. Afrs Hugh Davies, who has been visiting friends in Hawke’s Bay, has returned to Wellington. Aliss Af. Griffen v-as a recent Wellington visitor to Hastings. WAIKATO, October 8. The open evening of the Alusic Circle was held in the lounge at the Lyceum Club on Wednesday. The following, contributed items to the programme:— Afesdames G. R. Barnett, Hubert Hammond, and A. W. Sims, and Aliases AL Gillies, P. Sorby, N. A 7 alder, T. L ea k> and H. Heywood. Those present were Afesdames G. Valder, N. H. Hooker, H. J. Greenslade, F. W. Burley, W. J. King, E. Boumillion, A. R. Brown, L. Swales, T. G. Reynolds, H. J. Ferguson, D. Wilson, W. H. Hume, A. Joseph, A. E. Sandford, Dolan, J. D. Smith, A. English, N. Burtenshaw, AV. Seavill, E. Aloss, C. Graham, F. Bullock, and J. W. Warren, and Afisses N. A 7 alder, T. Leak, A. Bourke, Walmsley, Ansenne, F. Jolly, AL Gillies, E. Hammond, R. Sorby, P. Sorby, Af. Jones, Eggleston, N. Drake, Al’Alillin, A. Holloway, and O. Rowe. The annual dance of the Post and Telegraph Department was held in the Alexandra Hall on Thursday night. Those present were Afesdames A. H. Coles, F. Stubbing, J. H. Penniket, K. Fitzgerald, T. Cuming, A. J. Gifford, R. Hendry, Af. Buckland, C. Tasker, C. Honeybun, R. Hooker, C. F. Hall, C. Narbey, F. Harkness, and P. Jolly, and Alisses B. Lee, L. Fleming, J. Ring, Af. Bobbett, L. Cosser, Hennesy, J. Pope, E. Beeche, R. Goodwin, P. Clapham, V. Revell, Al. Bently, V. Kirby, K. Hamilton, Af. Afoody, Af. Barrell, G. Thompson, F. AVhitehouse, T. Hansen, E. Hume, Af. Paton, J. Sayers, P. Penney, B. Michell, E. A eats, P. Davies, P. Langley, D. Watts, N. Fitzgerald, E. AVatson, Af. Edgecumbe, N. Hqpburn, D. Humm, R. Sefton, G. Afartyn, 8.-Louden, A. Graham, J. Burke. V. Grigg, T. Lilley, O. Afoody. R. Joyce, V. Walton, Al. Proudlock, A. Halhday, J. Read, A. Bliss, D. Cook, V. Bliss, J. Edmonds, T. Boardman, E. AValker, E. Cunnold, R. Clark. E. Ritchie, F. Af Garry, M. Phillips, V. Rout. Af. Richards, S. Bliss, T. Gibson, J. Foreman. J. Robertson, H. Woolley, AL Peake, G. Wilson, S. Ai‘Garry, E. Neilsen. L. AfacConnack, G. Westbrook, N. Stuart, J. Hopkins, AL Sarjeant, C. Clayton-Greene, V. Chirnside. E. Cubis, Af. Ramsey, E. Prince, and Af. Baily. A jolly dance was held at the home of Aliss H. Gaze on Saturday, given for the members of the High School Old Girls’ basket ball team. Those present were Afrs 11. Gaze, and Afisses K. Gordon, J. Gaze, Af. Saunders. J. Peacocke, I. APKinnon, A. Gaze, B. Boyes. Af. Houghton, P. Sorby, E. Pearson, E. Robinson, and Af. Edmondson.

A 500 evening was given in the Triangle Tea Rooms at Cambridge on Tuesday by Afiss Al‘Devitt. Those present were Mesdames M'Devitt. Ryan, Afoore, Clayton, Turney, A. Pearce, Afartin, Richards, Alunn, O’Brien, Kelly, Glanville, AVhite, Speight, Rutter, O’Gane, Williams, Afaberly, Tucker, and Nobes, and Afiss Riley. A most enjoyable dance was held in the G. Kingston studio on Saturday night. Those present included Afesdames TaborGregory, 11. Varney, C. Taylor, E. Valentine, G. Browne, and K. Praine, and Afisses T. Afonckton. C. Bond, B. King, N. Bond. B. Taylor, E. Purdie. P. Davies, P. Torphy, G. Thompson, P. Penney, J. Rountree. T. Robson, W. Kelly, Al. Tombs, V. Holland, P. Bently, and M. Worsfold.

AUCKLAND, October 8. The Auckland Racing Club’s spring meeting was favoured with brilliant weather on both days at Ellerslie, and the gardens at the racecourse showed a most attractive and colourful array of flowers. The new season’s models were well in evidence in the form of tailored suits and light-weight flecked and coloured coats, and the new bowler hats with the feather curling round to the back as well as the coarse straw sailor hats were universally worn. Although there was a large attendance of the public present, the absence of the usual number of visitors from the south was particularly noticeable. Dr and Airs Ambrose Spon" have arrived in Auckland from England on a visit to Afrs Spong’s parents, Air and Airs H. O. Nolan, of Afount St. John avenue. The engagement hag been announced of Betty, eldest daughter of Air and Airs Thornton Jackson, of Remuera, and Peter, only son of Afrs and the late Air R. A. Hol way, of Cardiff. Wales. Among the guests at present staying at the' Grand Hotel are Airs AFAlister and Airs R. A. Anderson, of Invercargill; Airs J. S. Bain, of Palmerston North; Airs Norman Sinclair, also of Palmerston North; Lady Newton Afoore and Aliss Aloore. of Afayes Park. Sussex, England; Afrs E. AL Currie, of Kai Iwi; and Mrs T. O. L. Armstrong, of Christchurch; and Airs L. Birdling, also of Christchurch. Airs W. E. Tylee and Afisg Tylee, of Pahiatua, returned to the Dominion by the last' trip of the Niagara after a lengthy stay abroad. Hotel Cargen visitors include Afrs C. Alunro, of Wellington; Airs A. T. Chapman and Aliss AL Chapman, of Christchurch; Afrs R. T. Reid, of Hamilton; Afrg L. C. Rathbone, of Waingaro; and Airs F. W. Learoyd, of Sydney. Mrs Allan Hay and Afiss Hay, of South Africa, are on a tour of the Dominion, and are staying at Royal Court. Airs R. Af. Tolhurst, of Remuera, returned by the last trip of the Niagara from a pleasant visit to Honolulu. Air and Mrs Al. Friedlander, of Lyttelton, sailed by the last trip of the Tofua on the round visit to the South Sea Islands.

The presentation of Shakespeare’s “A Alidsummer Night’s Dream ” by pupils of the Diocesan Girls’ High School in their hall has been billed for three performances. The school hall was well filled last evening when the performers, with a large cast of over 24 name parts, in addition to countless numbers of fairies and court attendants, acted in a way that

showed interested and careful preparation. Gwennyth Hill, as Lysander, and Roma Chatfield, as Hermia. were very charming as lovers; Pauline Afitchell wag Puck, Glenise Adams was the lovelorn Helena; and Pat King, as Demetrius, was also loudly applauded. Important parts were also taken by Joan Edwards, as Theseus; Alargaret Lee. as Egeus; Jean Afilne, as Hippolyta; Joyce Howie, as Oberon; June Beale, as Titania; and Peggy Leary, as Bottom, the weaver. Pamela Singer, assisted by a troupe of fairies and sprites, charmingly danced to the strains of the school orchestra. It is universally conceded that this performance was a triumph for the producer, Aliss L. Bruce, and the scenery, costuming, _ and lighting were in manyrespects quite up to ’that of a professional standard. The funds are to be used for the betterment of the playgrounds of the Diocesan School. The seventy-first dedication festival of St. Alary’s Cathedral, Parnell, took place last Sunday-, and large congregations attended the various services. The collection was in aid of the church fund, and in spite of talk of the shortage of money, over £230 was obtained—quite a record!