Women's World

Poverty Bay Herald, Volume LXI, Issue 18551, 10 November 1934, Page 11

Women's World

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if)r. Viviaii Blackburn and Mis. Blacklihrn, are oil their yvay. front- Ijlhgkmd to Ani.-uia', India', ‘tlih ibriner, who is an officer m the Royill Air “Force, having been transferred there ffolu Ninth Weal'd, England. Before- tlie.r .ilepaiture Irony 'Engiiapd . Pr- and -Mrs. Blackburn spent;an enjoyable, three weeks’ .holiday touring in 'Cornwall and'Wales., Mrs. 11. D, Chrisp, Harris street, and her sister, Mrs. J, Kelly, Hastings, harts just been' to. Auckland to meet tlieir cousin, ‘ Miss ‘McLean, f of .Kent, '’ England, o'n her arrival in New Zealand. They’are'now on their way to'Hawke’s Hay, visiting )Yaitomo” Caves en'route. ■ 'Mr. and Mrs.. Arthur Peel, London, who are passengers to New Zealand by the lonic,-are expected to reach 'Gisborne nfxt week to , stay with Mrs. Peel’s mother, Mrs. Agnew Brown, and sister, Mrv/G..Carter." , . *

■ Miss Stella Murray', the well-known New Zealand singer, recently had a motoring holiday bin,/ the Scottish Highlands. On October 14 she took part in a broadcast programme to Canada, arranged by the '8.8.C. Mrs. Cotterill and Miss Sally Cotteri 11,. Gisborne, are the guests of. Mrs. Weston, Heretaunga, Wellington. Miss Shona Williams, Gisborne, .'who has been visiting Wellington, is at present in Christchurch. ' She will later spend some time •, fn 'Wellington before returning to "Gisborne, ; lately Clara M; Mafchaniley and the Hon. Alice T. Whitdey are passengers by the Rarigitaiie' for New Zealand. They are due to arrive on November 21.

Dr. Ann Simpson, of Aberdeen, Scotland, who is particularly interested in child welfare, arrived on a holiday visit to New Zealand by the Marama. During her stay in New Zealand she hopes to visit most of the places of interest as well as studying the Plunket system as practised at the Karitane homes. Di. 'Simpson is a sister of Miss Beatrice Simpson, of the staff of the Rowett Institute of. Scientific Research, Aberdeen, who was in New Zealand on exchange two years 1 ago. Engagement An engagement is announced he tween .Richard, eldest son of Mr. I'd. McCullough, Gisborne, and the late Mrs. M. McCullough, of Ireland, and Ivy Gertrude, youngest daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs., A. W. ilodder, elf New Plymouth.

Morning Tea Party On Wednesday, mo.rnijig Mrs W. A. Bowie, was hostess lit.- a delightful party .given at The ‘ ‘Mary Elizabeth ” in honor.of Miss Helen.Thomson’, Wellington, who Is spending a holiday iii Poverty Ray. A delicious tea was served ,at one long table, which wgs artistically decorated with bowls of beautiful roses in mixed warm colorings. The guests indulged in social chat, the morning passing very happily. The hostess was wearing a ’charming, fjroek of heavy white windswept silk crepe finely printed in 'brown, and a widebrimmed hat. of deep orange colored straw.’ * . ■ ■

The guest, of honor wore a smartlymodelled suit of navy (blue linen, and a smart straw sailor hat. with a navy blue hand.

The guests were Mesdaines A. S. Muir, R. G. Crawford, J. G. Nolan, N, 11. Bull, W. L. Irwin, E. : J. Stock, A. L. Singer, H. B. Williams, G. ,Kells, R. L. Maclean, F. Kahlenberg, A. 3‘. Stock, S. D. Nathan, W., .Hamilton Irvine, .and G. I. Parker;' Misses M, Sh'ermtt, A. Giay, E. Thomas, R. Barry and M. Rees. Garden Party

“Yolverton,” tho beautifully .situated home of Air and Airs T. Corson ia Riverside road, was the scene of a very enjoyable .garden party on Thursday afternoon given by the Poverty Bay Gardening Circle. The hostess, who is a member of the circle, put her grounds at the disposal of members for-one of their series of garden parties held during the summer months..

Glorious weather/ with bright sunshine, favored the gathering, and there (was a very large attendance, the function proving most successful. The garden, in its-pretty setting near the river,■ was looking its best, the choice collection of roses which is its main feature being in bloom. . With a picturesque plantation of native trees and' cabbage-tree palms for .a background, the rose garden, containing only cultivated roses, with its lovely fragrant blooms and dainty buds, looked very pretty and was greatly ad mired. ' The ' guests were most interested in the roses, and were dolighted to find a number of new specimens.’ • 1

Comfortable chairs and settees were placed in the shade of trees on the lawn' in front of. the house for the .accommodation of the guests, and afternoon tea was handed round to them there -by the following hos-

tosses D. MeJCeaguo, A. Stoneham, S. 11. Phillips, C. G. Crone, 'll. Williams, Hewitt, and F. E. Ormistim. A hearty vote of ■ thanks for hjcr hospitality was accorded Mrs Gorsop by circle members. Mrs Corson rceeivod Ivor guests 'wearing a becoming frock of black erepe-de-,chine printed in a sprigged (lefeign .in red, and trimmed with touches of green, worn with a black jsilk three-quartor coat, and a small black straw hat. Her daughter, M|-s Innes-Jones, of Christchurch, in a smartly-fashioned' brown marocain en - semble Worn with a red belt anil a picture hat of mushroom beige straw, her daughter-in-law, Mrs Alan Corson, •wearing figured pique voile in white, blue arid retd, with a delphinium blue ijtralv 'hat, and Miss Nancy 'Chrisp, smartly ‘froeked in black apd white checked crepe, .worn with a white sailor, hat trimmed with black, all assisted the hostess in the entertainment of the guests. Gift Afternoon

A very pleasant gathering was held at tho residence of the Rev. J. H. and Airs. Boyd, Mangapapa, by the teachers pf Knox Sunday school. The purpose of the gathering was to receive gifts either in the form of presents or in cash for tile Sunday school Christmas tree, to bo held next month. There was a large attendance. A large array of presents, as well as iss in cash, was received. Mr. Boyd expressed. his satisfaction, on behalf of tho teachers, , at the splendid response.-

; .During tho afternoon, songs'were rendered' by Mesdames Schwabe and Wallen apd Mr'. Boyd. Four competitions were won .bv Mesdames Carrington Wellby, Walleil, Mills, and‘L. Bedstone.. Tennis at Kaiti '

Tlie lady members of the Gisborne Lawn Tennis Club held a very successful progressive tournament at the Kaiti coutis on Wednesday afternoon, there being a good attendance ot players. Some close games were contested and the aiiCiiioon proved very enjoyable. The toumainnet, was played in two sections, uie ..winners ot each playing oh m the final. The successful- competitors were Mrs. C, H. Wells and Airs. E. Harper, and the rupuers-np Airs. B, Mncebe and Mrs. E Smith.

Those taking part were Mesdames (•!.. ii. Sed(.jon. CL. 0; Clil’ton, E. Harper, C. If. Wells,VlC. G.‘'Bntfiefs, E. Smith, Wil son. and B. Hacche; Misses V. Enniard, S. Biirtou, I’. DeCosta, E. Barker, L. D.ivys, P. Gunn, J. Irvine, D. Jeurie, M. Smith, I).- Adams, P. Crawford, IJ. and R. Fisken, R. Sinclair, M. Macaulay, and D. Barton. ’ • Gisborne Business .Women’s Club There was a large attendiuieo of members at the meeting held by the Gisborne Business Women’s Club on Tuesday evening at Le Grand Cafe, Mrs Hugh Jones presiding. Miss Oqn,stance Osborno concluded her interesting account of her impressions apd' .experiences while travelling abroad, a most appreciative audience following her ■ talk • with close attention.

The ' club’s annual donation of Christinas gifts to the 'Returned Soldiers’ Association was presented to the secretary, Mr W. Oakden, during tho evening. Air Oakden, on behalf 'of the. association, expressed thunks for the gifts in ft suitable speech. Tennis at Whataupoko

Ou Wednesday afternoon the weekly tournament was held by lady members of the Whalaupoko Tennis, club, and- vyas very much enjoyed, the games being closely contested and the weather alt that could be desired, There was a large number 'of members' taking part, the winners being Airs'. E, P. Kelleher and Miss Pickering, and the runners-up Mrs. E. R„ Pitcher and Airs, Pi A. Clark. Afternoon tea was daintily served in the pavilion, the tables looking attractive with their vases of aquilegias and abntilons.

Among those present were Alesdames G. ,T. Robertson. L. Clare. H. H. Barker. G .- H. Lnekett, F. MacDonald, 11. B. Turbott, W. Alason, E. P. Kelleher, A. McGregor, A!. K. Boon. C. Young, R, Sloane, L, Teece, P. A. Clark, f\ R. Pitcher, J. Strawbiidge, and J. H. Sunderland: Aliases N. Stubbs, D. Pickering. AI. Ouseley. N. Martin. L. Nalder, R. Stephenson, D. Greaves and J. Des Barres. Morning Tea Party

On Tuesday morning Airs W. A. Smith entertained the executive committee iif the Women’s Club at a most enjoyable informal -party at her home in Derby street 'in honor of Airs Lovell-Smith, secretary of the 'Hastings Women’s Club, who was spending a few day's in Gisborne. The drawing-room was fragrant with the scent of the beautiful roses with which the room was prettily decorated. A delicious morning tea was served, and conversation was carried on, the topics being varied, though club matters provided subjects of mutual interest. : Airs Lovoll-'Smith has left on a fortnight’s visit to the country, but it is hoped a club' function will bo arranged for her on her return to Gisborne.

G-arden Party at-‘ vYelvertcn : ’ Yesterday afternoon in glorious weather the pretty garden of “Yelvcrton,’ the home of Mr. and Airs. T. Corson, Riverside road, was again the scene of a very delightful garden party, given on this occasion by Mrs. Corson in aid of the Gisborne Bowlers’ Croquet Club. The majority of the guests were members' of the elub, and for their entertainment original competitions were arranged, and entered into with keen interest.

“Crazy Croquet” was won by Mrs. E. Faithful in the A division, and by -Mrs. H. Gilmer in the B division. "Heifer Skelter,” played in was won in the A division by Aleidanies W. A. Jennings and ,L. Nasmith, and in the B division by Mesdames 11. 11. DeCosta and E. A. Moncriefl', and "Hoops” was won by Mesdames W. A. Jennings and R. Fisken in the A and B grades respectively. Each winner was presented with a charming prize by the hostess. Exquisite roses bloomed in profusion in the garden and were greatly admired. A delicious tea was served at small tables on the lawn, which was also furnished wit’ll easy chairs, the guests enjoying refreshments in' great comfort and in most picturesque surroundings. Mrs. Corson received-her guests wearing a smart black silk ensemble, and a black hat. Her daughter from Christchurch, Mrs. Innes-Jones, wore a tailored frock of natural Shantung, and Airs. Alan CorsOnwas prettily froeked ia blue floral crepe-de-chin'e. The .guests included .Mesdames I’. Mann, E. OrinistoU, Bruce Muir. H. 11. ’DeCosta, N. Gandell, W. M. Jenkins, I. Stephenson, P. A. Munro, R. Fisken, A. Stoneham, T. G. Lawless, 11. Gilmer. A. J. Nicol, W. E, Kennedy, J. S. YVauchop, H. F. Forster, E. Faithful, A. E. Gardiner, Oliver, J. Nasmith, W. H, Chrisp. E. A. Aloncrieff, W. J. Simpson, E; T. Doddrell, 11. C. Wade, and, W. A. Jennings; Misses. F. Ormiston, Alilligent, and E. Colobourne.

Garden Party at Waerenga-a-hika A delightful garden party was held yesterday afternoon at -St. Luke’s vicarage, Wacrenga-a-hika by the Rev. It. and Airs Hodgson, to enable the parishioners to welcome and meet His Lordship the Rt. Rev. 11. W. Williams,'; Bishop of Waiapu, and Mrs Williams,- who had just arrived- from Hawke’s Bay. Perfect, summer weather -prevailed throughout the day, and the large number nf guests had i very enjoyable time in i he pretly garden. Beautiful roses and irises were the most admired features of tho garden,' which was an ideal spot, for -smdi a gathering with its shady fi-eqs and spacious lawns, and beds of bright (lowers. Two novel* competitions proved' very popular entertainments. One. .a fruit contest, was won by Mrs Barrow, and iho other, putting, by Aliss Halbert, the winners being presented with suitable rewards. The guests were each requested to bring a gift for the Christmas tree, at the Wuorenga'-a-hika Church fete, tc be held on December G in the college grounds, and the numerous parcels so collected were opened by Airs Hodgson and Misses. A. .Gray and Halbert on the lawn, the guests watching the proceedings with interest as the many and varied attractive gifts were freed from their paper wrappings. Afternoon tea was daintily served under the trees on the lawn, and His Lordship and Airs Williams renewed acquaintance with the guests. Garden Party at “The Laurels” A very successful garden party was held by St. John’s Ladies’ Guild, Mangapapa, "on Thursday afternoon at “Tim Laurels,” the home of Air. and Mrs. C. H. Ferris, who had kindly offered their pretty garden for the function, the hostess being a guild member. The weather was ideal for ail entertainment out-of-doors, and the guests spent a delightful afternoon in the sunshine. The beautiful roses and pretty flowering shrubs and other summer blooms were very much admired, providing bright notes of color against the contrasting green of the lawns and surrounding shady trees. The Functio’n took the form of a ‘‘jumble” afternoon, each guest having been requested to bring a donation for the, jumble stall at the forthcoming sale of work to be held by the guild in the

Pui'i.’ili Unit on Wednesday, November 23. in aid of church funds. Two interesting competitions engaged the attention of the guests, under the supervision of Mrs. Dennis. -Mrs. tlarvoy was successful in winning first prize in* both these contests, and Mrs. Simpson and Mrs. Clare heinr.i awarded other prizes, all receiving charming gifts. A dainty afternoon tea was served in the garden by guild members. Before the departure of the, guests, the president'. Mrs. A. Clare, on behalf of the truild. thanked those present for their attendance-and support, and Mrs; Ferris for her muclv appreciated hospitality; Mrs. Ferris received,, the guests,’ wear:ne a smartly modelled- frock of black and white figured marqcaiu and 4 JV'hitc hat. Sale of Work and Concert at Mangapapa ■ •• «. - On Thursday afternoon a very, successful sale of work was held by the Alangupapa Methodist Ladies’ Guild at theMangapapa Methodist Church in ajel of church lunds. The Rev. H. Daniel introduced the Mayor, Mr. J. Jackson, who formally declared the fete open, and the stalls ready for business, at-tiie Same time complimenting • the organisers on their splendid display of goods and tjie well filled, attractive stalls, Mrs. J. W. Hudson, president of the guild, presented the Mayoress, Mrs. Jackson, with a charming floral bouquet. The Malls were prettily decorated with colored paper streamers, the stallholders being, as follow: Cakes, Mesdaines Hudson, Harrison and Hughes; produce, Mesdames Mead and Lentell;sweets, Mrs. Carter and Miss N. Glauville; tea rooms, Mesdames Oolebournu, Preston, Hargreaves and Harding; ice creams, Mrs. Hoe. Several novel competitions were held, these being Organised by members of the Girls* Club. At the concert in the evening a delightful programme was presented to a most appreciative audience, each, artist receiving hearty applause, aiid the items being very well received. Vocal solos were sung by Mrs. A. C. Coleman, Misses Lois Davys and Moore, Messrs. A. Ansell and S. Vincent, and Master W. Dunsmpre. A dialogue in costume was given by Misses Audrey Turnbull, Valda and Helen Haley, and L. McNee, and recitations were rendered by Miss Lois Davys and Mr. Stan Vincent. An item by the children’s choir was in Mrs. Coleman’s charge, and a character sketch that followed was by Miss. Pamela Pollock". Mrs. Coleman and Mrs. Renner gave a vocal duet, and Misses Joy Seaiey, Joan and Lois ■' Coleman, aud Juan Laton a vocal quartet. The pianoforte accompaniments were played by Mesdames H. Daniel and Garland and Miss Glanville. Miss Z. Carter was successful-in a cake weight estimating contest, while Airs. Hudson was presented with, a handsomely embroidered supper cloth in another competition, and Miss Tarr was also a prize-winner. ’'

People and Parties

Tljfeir' ‘Excellencies Lord and Lady Bledisloe, ■ acobifipanled by Miss Sheila Hudson and ■' Captain Jbhn Tweedie, A.D.0., , ‘- > 'arrived'- ’in’" Christchurch on Thursday.,'They,!, are the’guests of the Hon. Sr Heaton Rhodes at “Otahuna.”

. jitr and‘Mrs' Li! it. Reynolds,' who have been visiting England, were paa4 ;scilgors oh thMr return joufnov to S.yd•ney: by-. tho Orohtes, expected jo"reaeh Gisborttd next week.' ■.> Mrs D. L. Muir/,.Kaiti esplanade, returned on Tuesday after • visiting her mother,’ Mrs'-J1 Smith, Mrs L. ’RtiHedge, - accompanied! by her daughters, 'the'Misses J. and’ D: Rutledge, returned to her home at Matawai this week .after visiting her mother, Mrs K. J. Reynolds, “Sandown.” ■

Mrs L. Balfour, Fox street, Poverty Bay divisional commissioner of Girl Guides, and Mrs R. Andrew, Gisborne district commissioner, iesave on Monday lor Hastings to attend the annuai Dominion , conference of Girl- Guido t commissioners, which commences on Tuesday next.-: ■ Miss’Ruth Robertoh, Auckland district-’ commissioner, who 'ha&v'b'deii .the'gikst' of Mrs Lawson. ''Field;AVaimata, Valley, will accompany th : ei«. ‘ , ■ Airs. E. Loisel, Tolaga Bay, left yesteimv" for Hawke’s Bay on a short visit. ; ; Mis.-.H. . p. Burke,Nbrthcote'; road,' who has -been.' visiting Wellington,, is expeeted to return to Cisbome on Monday. Mrs. E. Ewart Brown, Ormond, road, is expected 1 in/Qisboyhe'during the weekend' aft.er. spending a holiday at, Wanganui, Wellington, and Dannevirke. The lit. Rev.'H.'W. Williams, Bishop of .Waiapu,! and Mrs. Williams .. arrived from Hawke’s Bay yesterday and are the . guests, of . tho Rev/ R., and Mrs. Hodgj son, at St. Luke’s vicarage, Waereriga-a-hika, this week-end. llis Lordship expects to leave for Auckland on Monday, but Mrs. Williams, will visit relatives in !< Poverty Bay. J Mi'S. L. T. Biirnai'd, Russell street, •accompanied by her son, Mr. Erie - Burma! d, ■ oh'vacation from Knox .College, D.uncdin, is expected to return to-nlorrow after Visiting Wanganui and Wellington. ' Mrs; T.ovell-Smith. Hastings, and the Misses Lovell-Smith, are spending if days ai Matawai. , , Mrs.'TE'B.'Williams. Turihau station, left yextovdnv. for. Hawke's. Bay--1 Mr?. (L I. Parker, Rawiri street, left . for,. MqlWika yesterday., accompanied her little-daughter,- Louise, -to- sfkywith lifer hrothcr, Mr. Jacjc. Murphy. ; Mrs. W. I. Bruce, who has been stayins with ’Mrs.-TL ’Bruce/, Massey road, . left, on Thursday for her home at KanaLkanaia. I Mias Helen Thomson, Wellington, who . has been the guest of Mrs. H. B. Wil- ! lie m 3 at Turihaua station, is now staving with Mr. S. D. Nathan, Tukurn road.