Women's World

Poverty Bay Herald, Volume LX, Issue 18204, 27 September 1933, Page 9

Women's World

ZDaily Round

People and Parties

Mr and Mrs 11. Braekstoue, accompanied by Miss Braekstoue, left Gisborne on Sunday for New Plymouth, where they will make their future home.

Miss Florence Matthews, who is a member of the nursing staff of Cook Hospital, left last week for Palmerston North, where she is spending her annual holiday.

Mrs Pen'hey, Wellington, is the guest of Mrs Anderson, Clifford street. Mrs J. E. Dunne, Kaiti esplanade, left this morning for Thames, where she will visit her sister, Mrs Flan'nigan, and her brother, 'Mr J. D. Parker. Mr and Mrs B. Hobbs, Hastings, who have been guests at the Masonic Hotel while visiting Gisborne, returned to Hawke's Bay yesterday. Mrs J. T. T. Bush, who has been visiting her parents, Mr and Mrs A. T. Hookey, Whitaker street, returned to Tikitiki on Sunday. Mr and Mrs Fairfax Fenwick, whose marriage was celebrated recently in Carterton, arrived in Gisborne on Sunday after’spending a holiday at Auckland, and have taken up their residence in Russell street.

Mr and Mrs Gordon Wilson, Tolaga Bay, were the guests of Mr ‘and Mrs D. * J. Parker, Kaiti esplanade, last week-end.

Mr and Mrs T. J. Foster, Rakauroa, are arriving in Gisborne to-morrow to be the guests of Mr and Mrs C. E. Robinson, Fox street, while on a brief visit.

Mrs C. R. Skeet, Clifford street, left recently on a holiday visit to Napier and Wellington. Mrs D. L. Muir, Kaiti esplanade, has been the guest of Mrs 11. B. Williams, Turihaua station, for a few days this week.

Miss Muriel Barker, Gisborne, who has been staying with Sirs. Orbcll, The River, Waikouaiti, has arrived in Ashburton to stay with Miss Jean Newton. Mrs Mcßae and Miss Nancy Mcßae, of Springhill, Frasertown, have returned home after a visit to Wellington, where they met Miss Carr Mcßae on her return from London.

Mr and Mrs A. T. Spain, who spent the week-end with friends in Gisborne, returned ’to Napier on Monday. They were the guests of Mr and Mrs A. L. Muir, Heta street.

Mrs G. M. Reynolds, Ormond, accompanied by Miss Prue Reynolds, left this morning for Auckland. Miss Ivy Colebrooke, who lias been the guest of Mrs D. J. Parker, Kaiti esplanade, returned to Tolaga Bay on Monday.

Mrs 11. D. dcLautour, Wairoa, accompanied by Miss Valerie dcLautour, is visiting her parents, Mr and Mrs 11. B. Lusk, Napier.

Mr and Mrs R. U. Burke, Northcote road, accompanied by Miss P. Burke, are leaving for Lake Rotoiti on Friday on a short holiday visi't. Miss Olivo Kay, the winner of the Australian and New Zealand women’s golf championship, will be a competitor at the New Zealand women’s golf championships, to be held in Wanganui next month. Mrs. Douglass, 8.A., mistress of the household at Friends’ School, Wanganui, has been appointed honorary secretary of the junior branches of the League of Nations Union in New Zealand.

Matron M. Roberts, who has been appointed matron of the hospital at Apia, Samoa, was farcwclled at a largely attended social gathering at Opotiki. Mr. F. J. Short, chairman of tho Opotiki Hospital Board, presented a cheque to Miss Roberts, who lias been matron of tho Opotiki Hospital for a number of years.

Masses of yellow spring bulbs and Iceland poppies, pink tulips, and pink and cream hyacinths were artistically arranged in the Pioneer Club reception rooms, Wellington, when club members met to welcome back Mrs. G. W. Forbes, who was accompanied by Misses Bertha and Jessie Forbes.

Miss N. Daly, who is well-known to New Zealanders, particularly, perhaps, to those who have travelled on the Continent with her touring parties, is coming to New Zealand on a visit. Sho will leave Homo by the Akaroa oil October 6, accompanied by her brother. About 10 days will be spent in Wellington on arrival, and then a general round of travel in the North Island will be begun. Christmas, as now planned, will bo spent in Christchurch, which will bo the headquarters for the South Island. In January, Air. and Miss Daly will leave for Australia, where there are many friends to be met, and on March 1 they will join the Moldavia at Adelaido on their return journey. Engagement

An engagement is announced between Leighton Hayes, of TokOmaru Bay, son of Mr. and tho late Mrs. fc. Perkins, of Kamo, North Auckland, and Grace Elizabeth, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. H. C. North, of Stratford. Viceregal Ball

There were over SCO guests at the ball given by Their Excellencies tho Governor-General and Lady Bledisloe at Government House, Wellington, last. Friday evening, when 34 debutantes attended, states a Wellington exchange. The long ballroom was decorated with the hothouse flowers that thrive so wonderfully in the Government House conservatories.

Rear-Admiral Robin Dalglish, 0.8., R.N., and officers of the Australian Squadron, were present, in uniform, and with tho military and air force uniforms of members of tho New Zealand Services, added to the brilliance of tho scene.

Lady Bledisloo wore a gown of white satin embroidered with diamante, with ostrich feather trimming at the shoulders. On her head she wore a diamond tiara and carried a fan of huge white ostrich feathers.

Lady Day was in a dress of crimson lace, with matching georgette coat. Miss Diana Harris wore pule cyclamen crinklo crepe with shoulder straps of diamante. The debutuutes, announced by Lieutenant Rodney Thomson, entered one by one with the ladies who presented them, made their •curtsies, and took their places on the other side of Urn room. The crowded ballroon. waited in silence while the dignified ceremony proceeded, breaking into a bum of talk when the last presentation was over.

Debutantes included Miss Rosalinda Arkwright (Marton), Miss Molly Bishop. Miss Zena Clarke, Miss Diana Goldsmith. Miss Madge Castle, Miss Peggy Kain. Miss Kathleen Kempthome, Miss Jean Knox-Gilmer, Miss Betty Tonge, Miss Kdtia Houlker (Nelson), Misses Marion and Joyce Mayer, Miss Margaret Munro. Miss Marjorie Murray, Miss Molly Neale, Miss Ula Ramsey, Miss Paulino ShaylcGeorge (Lyttelton), Miss Betty Sladden, Miss Noni Moore (Nelson), Miss Helen Moodic, Miss Jill Moodio (Napier), Miss Adrienne Beore, Miss Natalie Tart.ahover. Miss Rosalind Stott, Miss Patricia Martin, Misses Neva and Betty McLaren. Misses Ngaire and Doreen Cobbc, Miss Rosamond Riddiford. Miss Oriel Pollock (Napier), Miss XeHie Steele (Napief), Miss 6etty SwiatyuMe,

Cabaret at Le Grand Cafe Contrary to expectations, there was not a large attendance at the cabaret at Le Grand Cafe on Friday evening, but a very jolly lime was enjoyed by those who were present. Dance music was provided by Chrisp’s orchestra, and supper was daintily served. Among those present were Mr and Mrs G. Gregory (Whatatutu), Mr and Mrs G. C. Clifton, Mr and .Mrs J. Oman, Mr and Mrs G. Chrisp, Mrs I. D. Brannvell; Misses D. Sharp, L. Horne, E. and P. Dennis, U. Snowball (Auckland). V. Zackariuh, 11. and F. Cox; Messrs. J. Zachariah, S. Skeet, J. Mi rams, Abbott, V. Bolton, Kennedy, and T. MeKeague. New Zealand Women Golfers

“The fe w of us who have been privileged to see the New Zealand ladies' golf team in action are all the better for the experience,” writes an Australian critic. “To have known a team of true ‘sportsmen’ such as tins has done us all a world of good. Their companionship and their true allegianco to their captain and the Golf Union which sent them over should be a lesson to us.

“The captain-manager, Mrs. Guy Williams, is a personality we are not often fortunate enough to meet. She plays a fine, steady game of golf aud her influence is felt on all sides. Her motherly attention to the team tor Z 4 hours of the day has been one of the main reasons for the undoubted success of the tour.

“Miss Kay is undoubtedly tile best lady golfer we have seen in Australia. She’ is to bo married early next year, but, according to her, golf is one of the. conditions of the contract, so she will be here next year to defend her title.” City Band Dance Despite the heavy rain and stormy weather on Monday evening, there was a good attendance at the City Band dance held in the Oddfellows’ Hall, Manga pa pa, and the function was very jolly and enjoyable. The dance music was supplied by Mrs Monties’ orchestra, and extras played by Miss Wilson and Mr Vagge were much appreciated. Mr McKnight ably carried out the duties of MX., and the popular Monte Carlo w,altz contest was won by Mrs Dolman and Mr Samson. A dainty supper was served by the following committee: Mesidumes Woods, Reid, Davies and Varlcy. The members of the band and the dance committee are actively engaged in making preparations for the forthcoming Regimental Band dance to be held on Show night next month in the Blue Room. The function promises to In: most successful. Social Afternoon A very enjoyable aftwuoou was spent last Friday by members of the Gisborne Women’s Club, when they held one of their monthly social gatherings at the dull) rooms, Albion buildings. The, large reception room was charmingly decorated with spring flowers and foliage, artistically arranged by Mrs I). MeKeague. The blooms included some beautiful sweet peas contributed by Mrs Foster, Aberdeen road, and some very fine ranunculi grown by Mrs C. H. Seymour, Mangaone. The president, Mrs C. If. Seymour, welcomed the members, and all enjoyed a very pleasant time, social chat being indulged in, while those present, having brought their handiwork, knitted or sewed. During the afternoon Mrs Phil Barry and Miss Dorothy Sharp 1 gave charming vocal solos, and Miss Anne Hampton contributed a clever recitation and a musical monologue to a most appreciative audience. The accompaniments were played by Mrs E. Hampton.

A delicious afternoon tea was served, the hostesses being Mesdames Tiffcn, Nisbctt, D. MeKeague, and Buckley, and Misses Tucker and MeAra.

Afternoon Party at Turihaua Mrs. If. J). Williams invited several of her friends to tea at her home at Turihaua station oil Monday afternoon, and although the weather was disappointing a delightful time was spent by the guests. Early in the afternoon, before the rain commenced, a number of the guests walked round the pretty garden, which was gay with lovely blooms, flowering shrubs, and bright herbaceous borders. Particularly beautiful were the beds of cinneraria in many varieties of colors, some fine ranunculi, wallflower, and many species of polyanthus and primroses, these all being very . much admired. At the approach of rain shelter was sought indoors, where the beauty of the garden was reflected in the charming floral decorations, large bowls of ranunculi, primroses, flowering currant, and wallflower adorning the drawing-room with artistic effect, while lovely sweet peas were prettily arranged in a central bowl , on the table in the dining-room, where tea was served. Among tile guests were Mesdames W. B. Willoek, E. 11. Mann, W. G. Slierrafct, H. G. Wellbourne, C. L. Margoliouth, Bradley Smith, Gerald Kemp, R. Sherratt,, G. M. Dodgshun, W. R. IS. Willoek, It. Barker, Selby, R. Maclean, J. C. N. Thomas, D. L. Muir, aud; F. B. Barker; Misses Willis, E. Myhill, E. Davies, and E. Williamson.

Women’s Club Literary Circle The monthly meeting of tho literary circle of the Gisborne Women’s Club was held on Monday afternoon in the club reception rooms. In the absence of the convener, Mrs. N. Hooper, the chair was taken by Mrs. X. G. Lawless. Apologies for absence were received from Mesdames E. Trowell, W. E. Gotfe, D. MeKeague, N. Hooper, W. A. {smith, and Miss Hampton. A one-act play, “Margaret Dash,” by J. M. M'aur, was read. Tile parts were taken as follows: —Airs. Wingate, by Mrs. T. G. Lawless; Miss Dash, by Mrs. Clement; and Farah by Airs. 0. H. Ferris. Mrs. Lawless read extracts from “Silver Trumpets,” by Fay Inclifawn, entitled “Hard of Hearing.” Mrs. Clement read an amusing piece from “Literary Lapses,” bv Stephen Leacock, entitled "How to be a Doctor,” and another humorous extract from the same work, entitled “Hoodoo McFiggis’ Christmas,” was read by Mrs. Holmes. The readings proved both interesting and entertaining, and were much appreciated by the audience.

Afternoon tea was daintily served by Mesdames C. H. Ferris and E. Hampton, the hostesses of the meeting. Presentation and Farewell Party Last Friday evening the home of Mr. and Mrs. N. Gilchrist, Te Hapara, was tho scene of a happy party given in honor of Miss Neva I’altridge, who was leaving the staff of Te Hapara School to take up her‘duties at I'a.luiahi School. The function took tho form of a “hard up” party, and the costumes worn caused much amusement, being varied and decidedly comical. The guests included members of the staff and friends

During tho evening Master Harley Gilchrist presented the guest of honor with a beautiful shower bouquet of cinnerarias and maiden-hair fern, tied with streamers to tone, and made a happy little speech while handing over the flowers. Severed interesting competitions afforded much amusement, and were won by the following guests: Misses N. Kay, D. Emerson and A. Allen, consolation prizes being awarded to Mrs. l’altriclge and Mr. L. East.

After somo diverting games had been played, the guests adjourned to tho dining-room for supper. The tables were prettily decorated with double peach blossom. Following a dainty and novel supper, Mr Gilchrist expressed the sentiments of all present in wishing Miss I’ultridge farewell and all good wishes for her future success. After alluding to the happy associations the stuff had always had with Miss Paltridge, he called upon Mr. G. B. Anderson, headmaster, to make her a presentation. Mr. Anderson spoke in glowing terms of Miss Paltridge’s abilities and the love each member of the staff held for her. lie then presented her with two handsomely bound volumes as a token of their esteem.

The guest of honor expressed her gratitude in a few well chosen words, and later the singing of “For She’s A Jolly Good Fellow,” and cheers for the host and hostess brought a very jolly evening to a close. Methodist Girls’ Club

On Moudav evening the ninth birthday of the Methodist Girls’ C.ub was celebrated at the Methodist schoolroom, Bright street, by a birthday tea, followed by the annual meeting. Despite the exceptionally stormy weather. there was a good attendance of members, and a very happy time uas spent. , The tables were very prettily decorated with the club colors, blue and gold, and vases of dainty flowering currant. Pride of place was given to the attractively iced birthday cake, which was surmounted by nine candles and 33 little kewpies ornamented in blue and gold, and duly cut and distributed by the president, Mrs H. Daniel, each niembero receiving u kewpic with her portion of cake. While tea was in progress the following toasts were honored:—“The King,” ‘‘Our Church,” ‘‘Our Minister,” “Our President,” “Our Vicepresidents,” “Our Parent’s,” “Our Club,” “Absent Members,” and “Kindred Clubs.” At the annual meeting’’ the chair was taken by the Rev. H. Daniel, and the officers for the ensuing year were elected as follows:—President, Mrs TI. Daniel; vice-presidents, Mesdames G. Holmes, Humphreys, D. Ferguson, Russell, and Miss Brokcnshirc; joint secretaries, Misses M. Duncan and G. Richardson; treasurer, Miss J. Houghton; joint tea secretaries, Misses A. Houghton and A. Gibson; reporting secretary, Miss G. Ferguson; pianist, Miss P. Wheeler.

Catholic Ball for Children Following the successful annual Catholic ball last Thursday evening, an equally successful children’s dance was held in the Blue Room on Friday evening, under the same management.. There was a large attendance, children of all ages being present, including some tiny tots, all thoroughly enjoying themselves, and entering into the various games aud dances with zest. Music was provided by radio, (bv means of an amplifier machine loaned by Mr Max R. Fry, to whom the committee expressed special thanks. Enjoyable extras were played by Misses A. Me Cash in and F. Keauy, and Mr J. W. Parker. In addition to the usual dances and games, a grand march, pretty folk dances, and lancers figured on the programme, .being popular items. For tho special numbers the. children had been trained by the Sisters oi St. Joseph and Miss M. Keany. Messrs. F. Murphy and A. Scholium efficiently carried out the duties of M.C.s, while the organisation of tho entertainment was ably carried out by the following committee:—Messrs. J. M. Alley, T. P. Hogan, J. Bradley, G. Buscke,' X. Peterson, F. S. Williams, secretary, and J. Chambers, and the following ladies, who bad charge of the ■excellent, is upper arrangements: Mesdames S. Williams, in charge, M. Keauy, McDonald, Dan. Bhrrv, G. Buscke, Shone, J. Quinn, Gardner, P. Martin, P. Sheridan, Chambers and Arnold, Misses Keany (2), Stugpoole, Williams, and U. Crosswell. The names of Mr J. Chambers and Miss U. Carswell were inadvertently omitted from.the committee in the account of the previous night’s ball, at, which each gave valuable and much appreciated assistance. The young people were given a delicious supper, this being the most important item on the programme in the opinion of many of the children. The evening passed very happily, all ages |huing catered for, special games being 'arranged for the tiny ones, and the adults present deriving much enjoyI lnent in watching the children.