Women’s World

Poverty Bay Herald, Volume LX, Issue 18273, 16 December 1933, Page 11

Women’s World

Wde ZDaily Round

People and Parties

Dr. and Mrs lb .1. B. Hall am relurniii" from Wellington liming the week-end. Mrs F. B. Pnlniret is leuving Gisliorne on Monday lor Auckland, where she and Mr Pnlniret are to make their t ill lire home. Airs 11. Ilegarty, Harris street, .and her (laughter, Miss Moya Ilegarty, are returning from Auckland on Monday. Dr. and Mrs H. Colliding Rice, Harris street, are leaving on Monday for ,lellicoe Point, Lake Taupo, where they will spend Christ mas and New Year. (Vjitnin Pox, Aueklniul, arrived in Gisborne on Thursday to spend a few days as the guest of Dr. and Mrs W. A. Bowie, Kaiti esplanade. Miss Mailge MaoaiilaV leaves orf Tuesday for Hamilton, where she is to be one of the. bridesmaids at Miss Nell Pit tar's wedding shortly after Christmas. Mrs. Agnew Brown, Stout street, returned westorday after a visit to To Puia Springs. Airs. F. Pollock, Taiiiuaruniii, is visiting her..mother, » .Airs. MeLe.o.d, t'rawl’prd road, for the Christ mas holidays. Mr. Y. C. R, Mitford, Russell street,, accompanied by his daughter, Aiiss Natalie Mitford,' returned yesterday after attending the breaking-up ceremonies at Wanganui Boys’ Collegiate School. Air. and Airs. 0. Ornierod, who have been staying at Wainui Beach, returned to tlie Waimata Valley on Thursday. Air. and Airs. George Carter, Stout street, returned from the East Coast this week. Mr. and Mrs. F. AVrey Nolan. Russell street, accompanied by Alisses P. Price and P. Nolan leave to-morrow for Paihia, Bay of Islands, where they will spend the Christmas and New Year holidays. Mr. and Mrs. 11. Bright., Gisborne, ivere recent visitors to Auckland. The members of the literary circle of the Women’s Club recently paid a much appreciated visit to Mrs. W. A. Smith at her home in Derby street, in order to give a performance of the one-act comedy “Acid Drops,” which they had presented at their last open evening at the club, to enable their hostess to see the play. Airs. Smith, who had been an interested and active member of the circle, was unfortunately prevented by illness from, taking part, in this production, in which she was originally allotted a part, and from attending the performance, so the kind thought of the circle was very pleasing to her. There were other friends of the hostess present; all onjoved the afternoon’s entertainment,'ami the social gathering which followed. There was a good attendance at the popular fortnightly dunce held by the McLeod Dancing School at the OUdtellovvs’ Hall. Mangapapa, on Tuesday evening. The music was provided by Mrs. Aitken’s orchestra, and Mr. D. N. McLeod acted as M.C. The programme comprised modern dances for the most part, while a few request sequence dances were introduced. 'I lie new blues waltz, which is becoming very popular, and the tango, with its fascinating time, were features of the programme. Enjoyable extras were, played by Miss Bettv Coggrave, and a dainty supper was banded round informally. Sir Thomas and Ladv Wilford and Miss Wilford have settled down very romfortablv at Northwood in the house belonging to Mr. and Mrs. Henry Wood, writes a London correspondent. In the middle of December Ladv Wilford and Miss Wilford will leave for Peru, where the wedding of the latter will take place to Mr. Edward Penrose-Fitz.Gerald. Aiiss Wilford has been in Paris for her trousseau. Her Molyneux wedding dress is of nacre tinted'crepe satin, with train 21 1 yards in length, which begins quite low on the skirt—from the back of the knees. The corsage, made with a vdecollctago, has a draped effect at one side. The entire gown is cut en bias, giving a clinging effect. The enveloping tulle veil, of the same delicate tint as the dress, forms a crown round the Read, and extends to meet the edge of the satin train. Numerous 'beautiful wedding presents are arriving. lona College Break-up Gisborne pupils of lona College, Havelock North, figured among those who registered successes in connection with the annual break-up competitions ami other ceremonies associated with the end of the school year. The annual dramatic production of the college was Graham Moffat s play, A Scrape of the Pen,” and was performed with great credit by a number oi pupils, among whom were numbered Misses Jean Muir and Margaret Jobson, both of Gisborne. Miss Muir took the parth of Mattlia Inglis, and her performance was described as most convincing throughout, her acting of the part of an irascible old man reaching a really high level. Miss Jobson took two minor parts, appearing as a Highland shepherd, and also as a performer of Highland dances, with much credit. The production as a whole bore the imprint of artistry, and was obviously influenced by a. coach born north of the Tweed. Miss Stollery, of the lona Col lege staff, who prepared and produced the play, was accorded enthusiastic acclamation at tlie close of the performance. In the annual swimming sports, tne two Gisborne girls named above were also prominent. Miss Muir was runnerup for the senior cup, coming second in the senior speed event of 50yds., tying for second place in the senior dive, winning the senior backstroke race of 26yds., and also the egg and spoon race, mid being placed second in the 25yds. senior speed event, and tying for first place in the life-saving competition. Miss Jobson won the open dive for competitors not entered for cup events, and was third in a speed event of 25yds, m the same category. Both Gisborne girls contributed materially to the points aggiegate'of their house, in the inter-house competitions. Coming-of-age Party On Tuesday evening a delightful party was given by Mr. and Mrs. lb L. gnson at their home in Clifford street m celebration of the twenty-first birthday of their twin daughter and son, Miss Gladys Ferguson and Mr. Jack kerguson. The hostess received her guests wearing. a smart frock of diagonally striped silk crepe in hydrangea blue and grey tellings. Miss Gladys Ferguson wore a iei.\ pretty frock of pale pink lace. The dining room was Geared »»v dancing, and made a very attractive ball

loom with its artistic decora! ions of rarnalions and sweet peas. Miss Phyllis Wheeler played foi some of the dances, and music for the remainder of the programme was supplied by radio, dancing being much enjoyed. Between dances three amusing competitii ns were held, the winners being Misses Daseley and I). Cains, and Air. S. Vincent respectively, each of whom received an attractive prize. A delicious supper was served in tile breakfast-room, where the table was charmingly decorated with pink flowers, while pride of place was given to 1 the prettily decorated cake, which was iced in white with touches of pink, and surmounted with 21 small kewpies tied with pink ribbon surrounding two large kewpies to match. Dining supper t|ie health of ,the two guests of Lonor was proposed by Mr. S. Vincent ill a suitable speech, anil responded to by Mr. Jack Ferguson on behalf of himself and his sister. Among the other toasts honored were, those of the host rami .hostess, and to two ot the guests, who also happened to be celebrating their birthdays that day. 1 The guests included Mr. and Mrs. E. A. Collett ; Misses P. Wheeler, M. Ferguson, G. Bullock, M. Torrie, M. Harries, M. Daseley, G. and D. Cains, R. Alackay, I). Fraser, D. and Af. Clark, and L. Jamieson; Messrs T. White, A. .Falconer, .A. Torrie, S. Vincent-. T. Cole.bourne, Williamson, R. Clark.. E Webb, B. Chrisp, and .1. Ferguson. Party for Bride-elect A delightful 5 o’clock linen gift tea was given on Thursday by Aiiss Afoira Martin at her home in Palmerston road in honor of Aiiss Greta Dcnv, whose marriage is to take place at the end of the week. . The drawing-room, where the guests were entertained on arrival, was artistically decorated with, delphiniums and pink and mauve sweet scabious. Community singing was greatly' 'enjoyed, after which tea was served in the dining-room, where a large bowl of sweet peas adorned the table. After tea the guest of honor was presented with a number of .attractive linen gifts, for which she thanked her friends in a few suitable words. The 'party then proceeded to one of the.picture theatres io complete a very happy evening. The hostess was wearing a smart ensemble of white crinkly 'crepe, relieved with a. tricolor belt ol corded silk in red, white, and black. Her sister, Miss Nancy Martin, wore a graceful frock' of brown and white striped crinkly crepe, finished with a blown collar tied on one shoulder. A smartly tailored frock of white silk pique, fashioned with a V neck and Cape sleeves, was \\'orn by the guest of honor. . The guests included Mrs F. Pollock (Tamil arunui), Misses Hazel Cox, Kitty Parker, Josephine Hogan, Nancy ijul Rati Parker, atid Patsy and Nancy .Martin. , Coming-of-age Celebrations “Yarrow Braes,” Ormond, the home of Mr and Mrs ]). .1. f.'utttming, was the scene of, a jolly gathering this week, when Aiiss Maude Gumming, the eldest daughter of the host and hostess, celebrated her twenty-first birthday. A number of young people assembled and commenced the (‘veiling with an “xcitiug game of hide and seek ill the plantation nearby, and then proceeded to ;i neighboring shed, which had been transformed into a delightful ballroom, and decorated for the occasion with balloons and colored paper streamers. Dancing and games were greatly enjoyed, and later in the evening the party returned to the house, where their elders were enjoying themselves, to partake of refreshments. A delicious supper was served, the table being prettily decorated, while pride of place in the centre was given to the tempting birthday cuke, which Mrs Pardoe, a friend of the family, had kindly iced. Twenty-one eupids, one of which was a large otic holding the gold key, surmounted the prettily iced cake. 'The key was taken from the cake by Mr Gumming, who tied it to his daughter’s wrist with the ribbon streamers attached. The guest of honor, who looked charming in her pretty pink San Toy frock, in a pleasing little speech thanked her friends for coming to

help her enjoy her evening, expressing the hope that they had enjoyed it as much as she had. She also said she 'was sorry her elder brother, Gordon, could not be with them, as she had wished. Alessrs. Colin Jones and \Y. Moore spoke in turn, each thanking Mr and Alls Gumming for a very pleasant evening, and requesting the assembled company to join in singing “For They are Jolly Good Fellows,” this request being heartily responded to. Among the guests invited were Air and Mrs Winning, Mr and Mrs A. Sherriff, Mr and Mrs Pardoe, Air and ADs Carmichael, Mr arid Mrs Lovelock; Alisses Lovelock, lb, 1)., .1., and f). Fleming, E. (trey, 1. Friar, E. Dixon, M. Emmerson, .1, and B. Btiscko, F. and 11. Jones, 0. Mac.che, Dorothy and Mvrl Cumining; Messrs. Lovelock (2), AV. Moore, R. Jones; J. Sherriff, B. Alley, G. Gumming,' G. Kemp, G. Buscke, L. Grev, and F. Emmerson.

National Council of Women The National Council of Women held ,a. very successful “bring and buy” last week at the home of Airs Jamison, Kabuliu street. There was a good gtte.ndnuce of members, who hold a short businfe meeting prior to the social function, the president, Alts W. F. Goffe, being in the chair. Good business was done at the stall, and the guests spent a very enjoyable afternoon. The drawing-room, where the guests were entertained, was prettily decorated with yellow flowers. A hearty vote of thanks to Mrs Jamison for her hospitality was proposed by the president, and carried unanimously. Dance at Manutuke On Tuesday evening a very enjoyable dance was held in the Alanutuke Alemorial Hall by the hall committee. There was a large attendance of dancers, over 150 couples being present The floor was in excellent order, and the hall looked attractive with its decorations of colored paper streamers. The dance 'music was played by Mrs Menzies’ orchestra,'and extras contributed by Airs Chiles were much appreciated, while the duties of Al.'C. were capably carried out by Alessrs. A. Barber and S. Shanks.

Both modern .and old-time dances figured on the programme. A delicious supper was served by a ladies’ committee comprising M (‘/.dailies .1. Dilution, A. Barber; J. Kane, W. Jones, J. Bradford, and F. lb Pien-y, and Miss M. Atkins. The supper tables were charmingly, decorated with delphiniums and gaillardias. Women’s National Reserve

A very successful “bring and buy” was held on Tuesday afternoon by the Women’s National, Reserve at the home of the president, Airs AY. E. Goffe, Ormond road. There was ,a good attendance of members and their friends, all of whom spent a very enjoyable afternoon in tint garden, the weather being ideal. 'The stall, tit which business was very brisk, was arranged in a picturesque summerhouse,' , During the afternoon a. letter received front Miss Wiltshire, of the welfare branch of the National Reserve, was read, in which the writer expressed thanks to the local branch for its donation towards the Christmas- tree for women and children at the Porirua Mental Hospital. The altered plans for the women 's rest to be built by the National Reserve were shown to the guests, and were .very much admired. In connection with this building, it was announced that a campaign for raising further funds for carrying out the plans will be commenced in the now year. A novel competition was entered into with enthusiasm by those present, the successful competitor being Miss A. M. Hyett, and the winner of the consolation prize All's €. Bruce. The guests were shown through Air Goffe’s fine'Maori museum, which they found most into resting, all expressing pleasure at the opportunity of seeing such a unique collection of curios and relics. A dainty afternoon tea was provided by tlie president,' 'whose hospitality u'as much appreciated, a unanimous vote of thanks being accorded to her for a most enjoyable afternoon.

An Auckland Wedding The marriage took place very quietly in St. Aida ns Church. Hemuera, Auckland, on Tuesday of .Miss Marie Elizabeth" (Hetty) Harr, third daughter of Sir James Parr, of Victoria avenue, and the late I .ml y Parr, to Mr. Marshall Seifert, of Melbourne. Victoria. The ceremony was performed by the Rev. R. L. Connolly. The bride, who was given away by her father, wore a charming gown ol Patou pink dull silk moulded to the figure, with a cowl neckline and skirt Haring into a small train. 'The sleeves, cut away from the shoulders, fell into a soft draped effect bordered with heaver fur, and after tapering to the elbow, finished in long close-fitting lines to the wrist. A picture hat of the same shade of pink, trimmed with flowers at the back, was also worn, and she carried a shower bouquet of gerboras to match. Tn attendance upon the bride was her sister.. Miss Christine Parr, who wore a frock of peach-colored silk. net. The cape sleeves were finished with niching and mulling bordered the hem of the very full flared skirl. Her picture hat and shower bouquet, were to tone. Mr. J. IT. Parr was the best man.

Following the ceremony the bridal party and immediate relatives, including Mrs.- W. F. Bnmidage, aunt of the bridegroom, of Larcbriiont. New York, who had arrived from Australia the previous day. were entertained by Dr. and Mrs. L. A. Spudding at their home in Remuora road. The bride travelled in a frock of beige crepe patterned in brown, and small brown straw hat to match. Christmas Party at Women’s Club The Gisborne Women's Club was the scene of a very enjoyable social gathering on Thursday evening, .when members celebrated the last of the year s social evenings with a special Christmas 1 unction.

The reception -room was beautifully decorated in keeping with the festive occasion, brightly colored paper streamers being interlaced overhead, while from them depended gay balloons, and about the room were vases and howls of hydrangea. gladioli, and other flowers, and a wealth of greenery.

The president. Mrs. C. 11. Seymour, wearing a becoming frock of eau-de-nil lace, welcomed the members. 1 here was a very large attendance, and the evening’s entertainment proved to be a very jolly and was much appreciated. The first half of the programme was a one-act play, “Acid Props.’ - presented by the literary circle by special request, the comedy having been previously enacted successfully by the circle. 1 lie parts wore taken hv Mosdames E. 1 rowell. N. Hooper. T. G. Lawless. 0. S. Vincent. IT. Holmes, and F. E. Hill, and

Miss Arnold, and the introduction was read by Mrs. 11. lv. Hill. Vocal solos, followed by encore numbers, were given by Miss Uiia Grosswell and Mrs. McGregor, and ail those present joined in singing well-known Christmas Carols, the accompaniments being played by Miss Arnold. During the community singing a surprise was given to members by the entrance of the Christmas spirit, suitably attired and laden with balloons. This unexpected visit enhanced the air of festivity which prevailed and caused much amusement and pleasure. Supper was daintily served, the hostesses being Mesdames H. Holmes, E. T. Doddrell C. Tatters field, 11. It. Rendon, and F. K. Hill. A Napier Wedding The Methodist Church, Napier, was the scene of a very pretty wedding on Tuesday, the church being decorated with blue delphiniums and gaillardias by girl friends of the bride, to tone with the frocks worn by the bridal party. The bride was Miss Jessie MacDonald. second daughter of Mr. and Mrs. G. A. MacDonald, of Meeanee, Napier, and the bridegroom Air. Victor li. Anderson, youngest son of AJr. and the late Airs. G. I. Anderson, of Dannevirke.

The bride, who was given away by her father, looked charming in a model frock of blue crinkle crepe, with fawn trimmings, shoes and hat to match, and a bouquet of delphiniums, carnations and roses. Aliss Merle Hill, niece of the bridegroom looked very sweet in a frock of apricot flecked silk marocain, with hat and slioes to tone. Her bouquet was of deep cream roses and maidenhair fern.

The best man was the bridegroom’s cousin, Mr. Percy Anderson.

The bride’s mother wore a model frock of brown floral marocain.

The reception was held at the residence of Mrs. \V. J. Jlill, sister of Die bride, who wore a smart frock of beige crepe de-chine. Many very handsome presents were received, amongst them being a brass (ire kerb from the office and drapery staff of the W.F.U.A. Air. and Airs. V. Anderson left by car for a, tour of the north, the bride travelling in a smart brown costume, with hat, handbag, gloves, and shoes to match. The bridegroom’s present to the bridesmaid was a necklace of amber, and to the bride a handbag. Patutahi Women’s Institute

The monthly meeting of the Patutahi / Women’s Institute was held in the local ! hall on Tuesday afternoon, the prcsi- | dent, Mrs. G. Y. .Smith, presiding.

j Before proceedings commenced, the | president moved a deep vote of coiidol- ! once with Mrs. Bryson in the loss of | her little son, and the members all stood iin silence as a mark of sympathy and 1 respect.

] A warm welcome was extended by the 1 president to visiting members of the j Wharerata Women’s Institute who were • present.

! After the singing of the institute song, ! community singing was enjoyed, the ac- ' companiments being plaved by Mrs j Walker. A very able lecture on diet was delivered by Dr. N. Muir and followed with close attention by her audience, who received much valuable information regarding the proper use of food and the qualities of various forms of diet. The speaker kindly answered many questions asked by members after her address. Mrs. G. V. Smith proposed a very warm vote of thanks to Dr. N. Muir, which was carried with acclamation.

i The competitions for the, meeting resulted as follows: —Plain sponge sandwich cake.- —Mrs. R. Eade, 1; Miss Rita Atkins, 2 ; Mrs. Turnbull, 3. Home-made beach hat.—Mrs. H. Atkins, 1; Airs. McCulloch, 2. Afternoon tea was served by the hostesses for the meeting, Mesdames Hogan, Waddell, G. Dods, C. Tietjen, and ,1. Robb and Miss Una Kirk. The meeting was brought to a close by ail present singing the National Anthem. St. Winifred’s School Break-up The annul prize-giving anil bre.akingup ceremony of St. Winifred’s School, Fitzher'ben street, was held yesterday afternoon in the school grounds. The wether was all that could he desired, it 'being very warm, with bright sunshine. There was a large attendance 01. parents .and friends, 'who were seated on chairs on the lawn during the prize-giving and the performances by the pupils which followed, these taking place at one end of the lawn in the shade of the lovely old trees.

The guests were received by the principal, Mrs Vender Jones, who was wearing a pretty frock of reseda green crepe-de-chine, trimmed with hand faggot ting, and a small ‘black hat trimmed with flora! silk to tone with her frock. Air and Mrs Vender Jones, Airs L. Balfour, divisional commissioner of Girl Guides, Canon A. F. Hall, and the teaching staff of the school, comprising Aliases E. Creed Meredith, Corlctt, I. R. Hunt and F. Paeke, were seated in the picturesque corner of the garden ,-u the end of the lawn, which served as platform and stage, the pupils, in their neat apple-green uniforms being seated on the grass at one side. ■ Tire principal, in a suitable speech, welcomed the guests, and introduced Mrs Balfour, who had kindly consented to present the prizes, and then gave a brief resume of the year's work, which had been most successful. She also took the opportunity of thanking, on I behalf of her husband and herself, the staff for their loyal support anil fine work; Canon Hall, Deaconess Heim, 'and parents of the pupils for their i much appreciated help during the year. The speaker referred to the outstandi ing improvement there had been in at- | tendance tins year, and to the good j fortune the school had had in its eonI ncction with Guides and Brownies, j saying it was her ambition to have a pack of Brownies at the school, and | later a Guide company. In eonclusion, Airs Verrier Jones wished everyone present a very enjoyable afternoon. i Airs L. Balfour, wearing a smartlymodelled frock of bottle-green niaroeain, trimmed with touches of white, ‘ thou distributed the prizes, as follows: —• Dux. —June Irvine. Form 111. — Hazel Kinder. Form I. —-Christina Manuel: Standard ill.—Alison Burmini and Jacqueline Rice. Standard 11. —'Margaret Cave. Kindergarten.— limitV Wellboume, l; Priscilla (lambrill, 2. Dramatics. —June Irvine. Scripture. —Senior: June Irvine. Intermediate: Penelope Nolan. English subjects.—‘Pamela Well bourne. Ncedlcwor'ik..—intermediate: Penelope Nolan. Junior: Margaret Cave. Music. Gwynne Bowen. Beginner’s prize Edna Grant. Special prize for pro-gress.—-Barbara Blunt. Boarders’ Cup for housewifery.—Christina Manuel. At. the conclusion of the prizegiving little Binily Well-bourne and Priscilla Gtunbrill presented charming floral bouquets to Mrs Jones and Mrs Balfour. The latter then gave an interesting speech on the Girl Guide movement, after congratulating the school on the year’s progress, and thanking Mrs Jones for the use of the assembly hall for the 'Guides and

Brownies. Among- the items of ini,crest mentioned was tlio fact that. Ihcro are now 2,000,000 'Girl Guides in tin- world —companies 'being in every country except Uussia —-and in New Zealand there are 12,000 Guides, the movement having been started here only 12 years ago. A hearty vote of thanks to Mrs Balfour was proposed by Cation Hall and carried with acclamation. Mrs. Balfour then offered a prize, to be competed for next year, for the pupil displaying the best Guide spirit throughout the year, her kind oiler being gratefully accepted by the principal and pupils. ,\lrs. Jones announced the programme to be given by the pupils, stating that the dances had been arranged by Miss Florence Packe. The first performance was a humorous “Cranford ’ sketch, called ‘‘Followers,” by Harold lirighouse, the characters being east as follows : Lucinda Barnes, June Irvine; Helen Masters, Nora Broadhurst; Susan Crowtlier, April Sherrifi; Colonel Redfern. Hazel Kinder. The girls gave a very good rendering of tile piece, and were dressed in the quaint style of the period. •A Dream of Nursery Rhymes, ' a pretty little play, was then presented, with charming songs and dances introduced, Miss I. K. Hunt playing the pianoforte accompaniments. The junior pupils all took part in this, in costume, representing figures from the well known nursery viiymes or buries. The principal parts were played as follows Tho dreaming child, JLTiseilla Gambrill; fairy, Edna Grant: Boy Blue, Sheila Muir; Mrs. Bond, Christine Manuel; Curly Locks, Lena Robertson; Bo i’eep, Jackie Rice; Jack, Alison Barnard; Jill, Lesley Harris; Knave of Hearts, Penelope Nolan; Queen of Hearts, Gwyirnc Bowen; attendants, Bunty and Bam Wellbourne, Judy Muir, Sonia Laver, Margaret Cave, June and Marie Humphrey. Boy Blue and Mrs. Bond gave a charming vocal solo; the Knave of Hearts a graceful fancy dance; the named characters joined in singing ‘Boys and Girls Come Out to Play, and the whole,company sang “Beautiful Queen” and “When Bov Blue Marries.” At the conclusion of the plays the head girl, June Irvine, called for three cheers for the visitors, and the same for “our holidays.” Tea was then served, the pupils waiting assiduously upon their visitors. Among those present were Mr. and Mrs. A. L. Muir, Mr. and Mrs. W. E. Goffe, Mr. and Mrs. J. B. Broadhurst, Canon A. F. and Mrs. Hall, the Rev. F. I. and Mrs. Parsons; Mesdames J. D. Humphrey, A. S. Muir, 11. G. Wellbourne, F. Wrey Nolan, L. T. Burnard, R. F. Gambrill, N. 11. Bull, S. E, Grant, W. Cave, Bowon (Tokomaru Bay), E. Harris Manuel (To Karaka), R. A. Berge, C. A. Sherri ft', W. Hamilton Irvine, H. Goulding Rice, Hunt, Kirker, J. M. Monckton, E. T. Chrisp, G. Box, H. Blunt, C. Gray, S. T. Gray, J. Kinder, Levinge, W. Neal, T. Y. Cuthbert, G. Cuthbert, G. Winter, J. A. Mackay, H. Chrisp, J. W. Williams, T. Todd, Freeman, Pritchard, G. Carter, Rawnsley, H. A. King, Cato, L. Cotterill, Phillips, Mmdo Macdonald (Kanakanaia), J. Graham, Puflctt, L. C. Parker, A. Whitehead, W. Gambrill, C. J. Bennett. A. Andrews, C, Tietjen, E. A. Muis, LI. Meredith. Appleton, Ousolev; Misses W. Lysnar, M. Rawnsley, L! King. M. Ouselcy, J. Graham, B. Murray, Cato, F. Hunt, V. Burnard, M. Taylor, A. Gray Appleton, M. Rees; Messrs. C. C. Laver, and N. Grey. The visiting children included Alison Muir, Ngaire Neal, Cynthia Cuthbert, Joy Tietjen, Pixie Winter, Valerie and Prudence Nathan, Pamela Chrisp, Elizabeth Cave, Mark Blunt. Gordon Box, and Jennifer Muis. Tennis at Whatanpoko The weekly tennis tournament held by lady members of the Whataupoko Tennis Club was played on Wednesday afternoon in perfect summer weather. The games were closely contested and greatly enjoyed, the win-

ning paii' being i\l rs J. Shcrriff and Miss Cairns ( Waipukurau), and -the runners-up Misses P. Do( osta and N. Stubbs. Afternoon tea was served in the pavilion, a crystal vase of carnations adorning the table. The players included Mosdames 11. B. Turbott, F. Pitcher, K. A. Woodward, H. H. Barker, St rawbridge, P. Clark, Sloan, It. Cray, F. McDonald, K. Kelleher, G. Lockett, W. Mason, and ,|. Sherrill; Misses It. Stephenson, X. Stubbs, W. Cairns (Waipukurau), E. Doyle, L. Nalder, M. Ouseley, D. Pickering, and P. DoCosta. Tennis at Kaiti Ideal summer weather prevailed on Wednesday, when the lady members of the Gisborne Lawn Tennis Club held their last weekly tournament of the year. There was a large number of players, and some excellent tennis was enjoyed, the matches being keenly contested, and all the courts occupied until very late in the afternoon. Mesdames W. Maclaurin and E. Harper were the winners of the tournament, while Misses G. Smith and 11. Corson were the runners-up.

The players were Mesdames G. 11. Seddon, W. Blathwayt, 11. V. ‘Stovell, W. L. Irwin, S. Reeves (Tolaga Bay), J. G. Nolan, E. Harper, A. J. Stock, W. Maclaurin, K. G. Butters, ,11. Smith, W. Kolin, F. A. McFadyen, T. Scott, ami S. T. Gray; Misses E. Wilson, S. Barton, S. Williams, M. Bull, P. Price, p. Gunn, 11. Corson, C. Reece (Christchurch), N. Bowen, V. Barker, V. Burnerd, M. Sherratt, G. Smith, Q. Cordner (Chirstchurch), E. Barker, S. Cottorill, J. Irvine, B. Kemp, P. Burke, M. Macaulay, D. Adams, M. Foster and M. Smith.