Wedding Bells

Poverty Bay Herald, Volume LV, Issue 17610, 28 October 1931, Page 9

Wedding Bells

Ball—Greenwood A very quiet but pretty wedding took place at the Methodist parsonage, Palmerston road, on Monday, when Florence, youngest daughter of Mr and Mrs J. Greenwood, Cobden street, was married to Kenneth Goodwin, eldest son of Mr and Mrs W. G. Ball, of Napier. The marriage service was conducted by the Rev. W. J. Elliott. The ceremony took place in the morning, being attended only bv near relatives of the bride.

The bride was charmingly attired in a very pretty gown of shell-pink satin bcaute, cut in Empire style with a fitting bodice, long sleeves finished with points over the hand, tucks at the waist, and trimmed with effective sprays of embroidery done in silver thread and beads, which finished tile V neck at the back. The neckline in front was rounded, and lower down on the bodice in front was another silver spvav. The skirt was gracefully flared, and at the back formed into a train effect. With this dainty frock was worn a silk net veil, with a lover’s knot embroidered in one corner In ribbon. It was lent by a friend and was oO years old. The veil was fastened to the head with prettily-arranged bunches of orange blossom placed over the ears. The shoes were of delicate pink satin, and the hose also toned with the bride’s frock. This pretty bridal toilette was finished with a becoming necklet jf pearls, and a sheaf of lilies was carried. Mrs J. Greenwood, mother of the bride, wore a becoming frock of black crepe-de-chine, relieved with touches of white crepe-de-chine, and a black hat modelled on fashionable lines. Mr and Mrs Ball left later on a motor tour, taking a northern route. Ideal Day for the Show The weather was perfect for tho opening day of tho Poverty Bay Agricultural and Pastoral Society’s Show yesterday, when the sun shone in a cloudless sky, and the absence of the westerly wind which usually prevails at this season made, the conditions ideal. Cool summer frocks were the order of the day, and these, worn with the new season’s hats, made a pleasing picture against the green of tho lawns; some of the hats were white, and others in bright colors, while many were in floral materials, all being a welcome change from the more sober colors and heavier materials worn during the winter months. As usual, a great many country people were present, and besides being 'ip event of interest to farmers and exhibitors generally, the Show is an event o f social importance, when many acquaintances are renewed, and visitors meet many old friends. Yesterday many lwppy reunions took place, and despite hard times there wore no signs of depression on tho cheerful faces of the people, who showed keen enjoyment in their surroundings. Morning Tea Party

A charming morning tea party was given by Mrs. W. A. Bowie on Saturday in honor of Mrs. A. MeKillop, of Christchurch. The table wa« tastefully decorated with vases of the graceful long-stemmed bodon.

A smart, suit of navy foulard, with small white spots, a becoming navy felt hat, and oyster satin blouse were worn by the hostess, and the guest of honor wore a smartly tailored suit of brown tweed in a small broken check design, with a tailored blouso to tone, and a. beige felt hat. Pretty buttonholes of lily-of-the-valley were worn by all the guests, who had purchased them from members of tho Plunkct Society, who held a sale of those choice blooms on Saturday in aid of their funds. Among those present were Mesdames E. Adair, R. G. Crawford, D. L. Muir, A. L. Singer, W. Hamilton Irvine, L. Miles, and Miss M. Rees. Bridge Party Mrs. M. J. White, of Harris street, entertained some of her friends at a very enjoyable bridge party last evening, when interesting games were played at four tables, some of the guests being country visitors whg are in Gisborne for the festivities this week.

The draw ng-rooni looked charming with its pink shaded lights, and prettily' arranged spring flowers ; the mantelpiece was decorated with vases of Argentine pea and African daisies, and in one corner was a bowl of beautiful mixed spring flowers, while some handsome bearded irises were artistically arranged in another part of the pretty room, the neutral coloring of which was a pleasing setting for the bright flowers and the pretty colored coverings of the bridge tables. Mrs. White wore a very graceful frock of deep beige lace. A delicious supper was served in the dining-room, where a large bowl of beautiful roses adorned the table. Gisbomo Lawn Tennis Club The members of tlic fiisborne Lajv.n Tennis . Chib held/'tlie'ir . opening day for the eeason on Saturday afternoon, when a good attendance of visitors anil members wore 'present. The weather was not ideal for tennis, being rather chilly, and too windy for thorough enjoyment of the game. A dainty tea was served in the pavilion, ou tables gaily decorated with mauve bin aria and bright Iceland poppies, some of which were arranged in tho handsome To Araroa challenge rose bowl of silver ou an ebony stand, which was won last year by the club, to bo held for the year. Among those present were Mesdames T. L. Lawless, E. M. Harper, W. Neal, N. 11. Bull, Allison, K. F. Reed, D. E. Chrisp, J. Bright, C. 11. Bull, W. L. Irvine, 11. Smith; Misses M. Bull, S. Ormond, M. Ruflett, M. Macaulay, ,M. Lysnar, N. Mnrgoliouth, Hopkinson (2), V. Dodd. M. and J. Reed, Hunter, Smith, Bassett. W. and E. BarnsGraham, M. Blair, V. Burnard, and M. and E. ITegarty; Messrs. N. H. Bull, C. L. Margoliouth, Palmer, D. Barry', ,T. and L. Bright, D. B. Chrisp, Langhome, Hunter, M. Margoliouth, W. Kolm, Barlow, Shorland, McKay, A. Stock’ Allison, Lancaster, Broadhurst, and R. Pearson.

Bridge Party Miss 11. Nolan was hostess at a small but delightful bridge party oil Saturday evening given in honor of Miss Diana Allen, of Christchurca, ■who is visiting Gisborne. The rooms were gay with beautiful roses and bowls of mixed spring blooms, artistically arranged. A pretty frock of beige lace and georgette, with a coatee to match, was worn by the hostess, and the guest of honor wore a charming long-sleeved gown of white georgette with largo coin spots in bright green, and a sash of green to match. Some interesting rubbers were played, and a dainty supper provided during the evening. Among the guests were Mrs F. Wrey Nolan; Misses M. Macaulay, \. Thomas, N. Moncktou (Hamilton), and N. and S. Cottcrill. Ruatoria Women’s Institute The monthly meeting of the Ruatoria Women’s Institute was held in the Manutnhi Hotel, Ruatoria, ou October 22, when there was an attendance of 34 members. Mrs. Wick,steed gave a short account of the council meeting held in Gisborne on October 9, at which she had been present, all of which was of much interest to the members. She then introduced Miss llees, of Gisborne, who gave an exceedingly interesting address on “Women’s Work in the World,” telling of the wonderful work being carried on by the women at Home, and many of her experiences among the various women’s institutions during her last visit to England, especially mentioning the work of the police and her visit: to Holloway' gaol. Miss Rees also spoke of the great improvement in the management of the gaol since women had had a share, ai it. She related some very' amusing experiences. At the conclusion of her address, a very nice afternoon tea was served by Mesdames Burton, Hickey and Ryan. The meeting proved one of the best yet held and was enjoyed by all. Frocking in “High Jinks”

The frocks to be Worn in the musical comedy “High Jinks,’’ which opens in the Opera. House to-night, are very pretty and effective, and some original costumes will be worn by the dancers in their ballets and by members of the chorus. The color schemes in the different scenes are very striking and harmonious, and are artistically varied by the use of colored spotlights. Miss Margot Barnard as Florence wears a becoming nutse’s uniform in white linen, and later appears in a nut brown suit, prettily fashioned, with a brown beret to match. In the last act she wears a white ninon evening gown, trimmed with silver sequins, and a handsome cape of white fur. As Madame Rabelais, Miss Cecil Barker wears a frock of brown lace and georgette very smartly cut with a twotiered flared skirt of lace bordered with bands of georgette, and with it is worn a large white flower on one shoulder, and a string of crystal beads. The part of Mrs. Marion Thorne is taken by Miss Alys Edwards, whose striking costume in the first act is of floral georgette, in a largo design of rose pink shaded to vermilion, on a black ground, with which is worn a necklet of vermilion beads. She appears later in a. pretty tailored coat of saffron color, worn over a finely pleated white skirl and a fine woollen jumper of saffron—this and the coat are finished with effective touches of scarlet, and worn with a white felt hat. In the final scene her frock is of floral georgette in green and beige colorings, cut on graceful lines. Miss Joan Hill, as Sylvia Dale, wears in the first scene a simple morning frock of Sky blue linen, with a deep white yoke, blue collar and tie, and a white leather belt, and a becoming white beret. Sho changes later into a smart toilette of black and white, the skirt and little bolero jacket are of black worn over a blouse of white spotted in black, and the hat is white. Her evening frock is in a becoming shade of amethyst carried out in taffeta,, with a square neck, cut low, and two-frilled skirt.

As Adelaide Fontaine, Mrs. W. A. Bowie appears first in a charming gown of dove-grey marocain, trimmed with tucks, tho skirt ending in four largo scallops, forming an uneven hemline. With it is worn a blue velvet new fashioned bowler hat, trimmed with brown ostrich feathers, blue shoes and blue crystal’beads round her neck. Her next costume is of floral ninon in shades of flame and tangerine, gracefully fashioned, with wide frills on the skirt, which is ankle length, and a leghorn hat trimmed with blue roses, and grey shoes. In the seaside scene she wears a striking pviama suit of navy, with trousers very wide and bell-shaped at tho ankles, bolero coatee of navy, and a blouse of red, white, and blue horizontal stripes, and a huge red beach hat of shiny straw. In the evening si?cne her gown is of deep saffron with a frilled skirt, very gracefully cut, and worn with it is a brilliant coatee of gold sequins. A pretty blue necklet, and a large blackfan completes this becoming toilette. Miss Josephine des Burros as Chichi wears some very striking costumes suitable for her role as a dancer. Her first appearance is in a morning frock of red and pale primrose. The skirt, collar, and band down the front of the corsage are red, and tlie bodice of primrose with red snots. Her beach pyjamas nro very becoming and original in design, in pale lemon, with elaborate Chinese embroidery oh the bottom of the trousers, which are bound with black. Her largo beach hat is in a deep shade of apricot, with bands of black and, various colors running round the edge of tho brim. On her next appearance Miss des Barres appears in a very charming frock of lemon silk net. trimmed with satin in the same shade, .and the skirt is composed of narrow net.frills with a sash of deep bine velvet, encircling her waist. A dainty evening gown of maize georgette over apple green lace is worn during tho final scene, and on one shoulder is finished with a. large green flower. Some very pretty effects are attained by the frocks worn by the ballet dancers and chorus girls. Pretty organdie frocks in various pastel shades, with tight corsage and full skirts, and large pokebonnet .shaped hats to match are worn in several scenes, tho greens, two shades of blue, apricot and pinks blending admirably. Chic little ballet dresses in Puritan grey, and again some in black, very short and full in tho skirts, are very effective, and the dances executed bv the wearers of these costumes are charming, some very uncommon and intricate. Some of tho chorus girls appear in one scone in quaint blue piervol dresses, while others wear gay bathing suits in various bright colorings in the seaside scene, making a very picturesque background for the move conventional attire of ffio principals.