Women's World

Poverty Bay Herald, Volume LXIII, Issue 19025, 27 May 1936, Page 10

Women's World

People and Parties

Mr. mill Mrs. 'l'. G. Kemp, I’ulifi. are away on ;i visit Up Tmiii:im”:t and 11 :> mi Lt on.

I-iontoii£int-<-oinmanilor Peter Dawnay, who Ims been posted to the Now Zealand Division of the Koval Navy, and his bride, Lady Angela Dawnay, sister of H.R.H. the Duchess of Gloucester, are passengers by the Mataron, which is due at Wellington from Eng-

land on .Tune 17. ! Mr. and Mrs Robert Coleman, of New Plymouth, celebrated quietly a few days ago their platinum ivedding. ■ Mr. Coleman, who is 88 years old and Mrs. Coleman (nee Miss Ann Knott), 8(1 years old, were married at West bttrv, Wiltshire. England, on Mnv dd, 1871.

Dr. Kathleen Pill, from the New Zealand Presbyterian Mission Hospital in Canton, is spending her first furlough in London and is taking n course oi' study at Moortields Eye Hospital, where she has Keen successful in passing her first section of the D.O.M.S. degree. Dr. [‘ih spent the Easier vacation in Scotland with the Rev. 0. S. Brown and Airs, Brown.

Dr. Elibabeth Bryson left Wellington this week on route to Budapest, | Hungary, to attend an international Women's Week, from July 8 to Id. ' From there she will go to Cracow for ■the International Conference of University. Women, to he held front August Id to 2d. Dr. Brvson will later visit ’ London and will return to New Zealand in the spring. •Sister N. Bowden, who is at present on the staff of St. George’s Hospital, Christchurch, has been aji■poinred to the position of home sister at the Hawera Hospital. Sister Bowden has had experience in hospitals in Ashburton, where she commenced training in IftdS prior to taking up her present position in Christchurch. Sister 0. G. Leicester, who has been theatre sister at the Hawera Hospital for the last seven years, has resigned and Staff-Nurse E. W. Wilmot has been appointed to till the vacancy. Mr. and Mrs. C. E. .Matthews, Waerenga-o-kuri, who are the guests of Mr. and Mrs. Pat Murphy, ‘‘Waikare,” Jokomaru Bay, are leaving on Saturday on a holiday visit to Auckland. Mrs. Vincent .Barker and Miss AL Barker, "Ulverstone.” accompanied by .Mrs. W. A. Bowie, left yesterday for lluwke’s Bay to attend- ‘the riavnesGlendining wedding, and they will'later proceed to Auckland.

Air. and Airs. H. Buchanan, who have been the guests of the latter’s parents, Air. and Airs. W. G. Shcrratt, Wlmtanpoko, have returned to their home in Tail tape.

Miss 11. Nolan. “Otipi,” is,a Gisborne visitor to Hawke’s Bay for the I InvitesGlendining wedding. Airs. Hamilton, .Singapore, who has been staying at the Masonic Hotel while visiting her sister, Aliss Whitcombo. has left for Auckland.

Aliss Connie Symns, Hastings, who has been the guest of Airs. W. K. Andrews, Afangapapa, is now staying with Mrs. J. W. Blathw ayt, Fox street. -Miss Gretehon Skeet, Russell street, is the guest of Mrs. 0. Aloore, Te Ilau station, Whatatnfu.

Miss Alona Blair, Iranui road, left yesterday on a brief visit to Hawke’s Bay. where she is the guest of Airs. Adam-Bell, Havelock North, for tin Haynes-G.leiidining wedding. Miss T. Donald, who has hoen the guest of-Mrs. ,J. Lnve'lle. Pa ran street., returned to Auckland on Monday. Mr. and Mrs. 11. 11. Smith, lluronga road, and Air. and Mrs. D. B. Barry ■were the week-end guests of Mr. mid Mrs, A. \\. Bright, Toroniiro station, Whatatiitu. Mr. and Airs. E. ,f. Stock, Tolaga Bay,- were (lie guests of Mr. and Mrs. H. Ilogorty, Harris street, this week. -Mrs. D. Brown, Te Puke, who has hern the, guest of .Mrs. 11. P. Hamilton. Upper Stout street, returned to her home vest erdav.

Miss J. Fnllcrton-Smith. Afarlou. is the quest of Aliss Leggy Gunn. Warnin' road.

Aliss P. Price, Russell street, is visitind Hawke’s Bay for the Ha.ynes-Oleu-dining wedding. Mrs. G. Stock, who has been the guest ol Mr. and Airs. F,. J. Stock, Tolaga Ray, has returned to her home in Domett street..

Mr. R. 0. Youn't, Tokomarn Bar. was the week-end guest of Mrs. R. U. Burke, NorLluole road.

Mrs. Lnyhotirn. Wellington, who lias been the guesi of Mrs. F. Austin. Otnkn. has relumed In her home. Twenty-five years ago Mr. and Airs. Charles V. O’Connell. now of Tolaga Bav. were married at, 81. Mary’s • -hnwli. Gisborne, ly Alonsignor Lane. Mrs. O’Connell, a member of a wellknown Poverty Bay family, has seen many changes in a quarter of a century. Mr. O'Connell. a son of the late Mr, Daniel O’Connell, J.P., and Mrs. G’Connell, “Kilgory.” County Clare, Ireland, came to New Zealand 30 years ago. and was one of the first to take up farming when tiro Ngntnpn block was cut up 27 years' ago. ■ • ■

Wfie %ai\y Uiound

Mr. and .Mrs. 11. Barron, Tolaga Bay, and their two children, who have been spending the holidays as the guests of .Mrs. \V. E. Colic. Ormond mad. reliirncd to the Coast dining the weekend Mr. and Mrs. Gordon Hannah, wlm have been the guests of Mr. and .Mrs. B. .S. Gaiilton. Alatawai. have returned to their home in Napier. Dr. and Airs. 11. A. Angell. Clifford street, who have been visiting Waipawa, are expected home to-day.

Mrs. \V. Caseley. Itutene road, was a Gisborne visitor to Wellington last week.

Miss Nancy Forsyth, Napier, is the guest of Airs. George .Scott. Te Karaka. Sir George and Lady Shirtcliffc left Wellington by (be Tarnaroa on Alonday to visit England. Their niece. Aliss Barbara Bassett, accompanied them. Pre-Nuptial Bridge Party

.Mis Peggy (Linn, whose marriage to Mr. IJedley Beeves lakes plaee next month, was the guest of hoiionr at a charmingly arranged bridge parly given by Mis. B. R. U. Burke at her home al Ormond on Friday afternoon. Bridge tables were sel out in I lie sit - ting-mom. which was cosy with a huge log tire, and ariislically decorated with howls of elnysantliemiuus. and autumn leaves. A delirious afternoon tea was sorted in ihe dimng-Mom. 'the table being attractively adorned with a howl of golden chrysanthemums. Mrs. Burke was wearing a smart frock of navy crepe maroeain. The guest of honour looked charming in a flock of i list coloured wool trimmed at the. neck with fawn suede cloth, and worn with a bat to tone. Bridge Evening

Mrs. A. .1. Barnard was hostess at a charmingly arranged bridge party, held at her home in I turn It urn road on Friday night. Bowls of chrysanthemums, autumn berries, and hydrangeas were used with artistic effect for the decoration of the drawing-room, while a- huge lug lire added to the atmosphere of charm. At the conclusion of play the four bridge tallies wore pushed together, forming a long table from which a sumptuous supper was served. The winner of a prize for the highest score was Air. F. Kennedy.

Mrs. Barnard welcomed her guests wearing a becoming frock of brown embossed georgette. relieved with touches of beige. Among the guests were Mr. and Mrs. F. Kennedy. Mr. and Airs. Bean; Alesdnmes 11. F. Forster. H. 11. DeGosla. W. F. lies. W. Sinclair. A. \V. J. Maim. 11. McLernon ; Alisses .f. Adams, and P. DeGosla; Alegars. T. Cornwall and F. 11. G. Galvin. Juvenile Dance

On Saturday night Mrs. Eric l.oisel was hostess at a delightful young people’s dance al her home in Tolaga Bay, given in honour of her two guests. Aliss Philippa Murphy, and Miss Bernice Jlogg, Wellington.

The spacious drawing-room, which was .■loured for dancing, was beautifully decorated with bronze and gold marigolds. Iceland poppies, and autumn foliage. The dance music, was supplied by Miss Phillis Day, while enjoyable extras were played by .Misses M. Morris. M. Williams,' and J. Kaltlenberg. A delicious supper was served in the dining-room, the room being artistically

decorated with African marigold?.. .Iceland poppies, and autumn leaves. The; ■ ame decorative note was ('.allied out. 'll the sitting-room. where bridge tallies were arranged for the card enthusiasts. .Mrs. Loisel welcomed her guests wearing a becoming frock ot pastel figured crepe marocain. Her sister, Miss .1. Dunlop, who assisted with the entertaining, was wearing a graceful frock of chocolate brown taffeta. Miss Philippa Murphy chose a dainty frock of floral chillon. while Miss Hogg wore white crinkle crepe trimmed with a berry sash, and cape. Among ihe. guests, were Mr. and Mrs. A. 11. .laekinaii. Mr. and Airs. Oswald Williams. Mr. and Mrs. 11. H. Williams.; Mrs. S. D. Nathan: Misses 11. Nolan. A. Anderson (Hawke’s Hay). Ik Hooves, I. Parker. M. Williams, P. (lamhrill. .1. Williams, N. Shelton, A. Sherriff, J. Williams. M. Pennell. P. Nolan, .1. -Volt. ft. Seymour, Al. Morris, and J. Kahlenherg; Messrs. P. P. Parker, 11. and W. Pi. Maude. P. Donnelly, P. and IS. Murphy, W. Pidwill, D. Powie, 11. ! McDonald (('anterbury), D. Parker. I’. Williams. D. (lardener (('antorlmry), 15. ami .1. Williams, d. Jackman. I’. Reynolds. J. Dowding. If. Shelton. D. Beale, S. Dodgshun. and .). Barton.

Engagement The engagement is aiitininiced ol William Edward, only son of Air. am! Mrs. E. A. Langford, Kpreydon, Christehurcli, to Phyllis Ivy, daughter of Air. and Airs. Percy Beale, Whataupoko, Gisborne. Bath-room Morning-Tea Party

Mrs. J. V. Blatliwayt and he i sister, Aliss Mildred Hamilton, were joint hostesses at a delight fill morning tea party given in honour of Miss Joan .Margolimit h. who is to be married shortly to .Mr. L. Turner of Palmerston North. The party was held al the former's home hi rox street on Saturday morning.

The guests wore entertained in the drawing-room, wliieh was uitracti\civ arranged with howls of chrysanthemums, and Iceland poppies, and made cheery with a bright log lire. Tea was served in the dining-room, the table being enhanced with a howl of African marigolds, and later the guests adjourned to tin ■lrawing-room, where the guest of honour, assisted by her bridesnia id-to-be, Aliss Eleanor .Matthews, opened the numerous parcels, revealing an assortment of gifts tor the bathroom, for which she thanked her friends in a happy little speech.

Airs. Blatliwayt was wearing a smart ju nipt i suit of brown woven wool, while Aliss Hamilton chose a graceful frock of blue crepe maroeain trimmed with a white organdie collar.

The guest of honour wove a becoming frock of figured maroeain, and a sage green coat and hat. The guests included Alesdanies Charles Aiargoliouth. 11. P. Hamilton. 1). Brown (To I’iikej, V. S. Gaiilton. .). Kay. \V. Bruce, and J. Lavelle; .Misses E. and E. .Matthews. 11. ( luisp. S. Barton. Al. •Macaulay. L. t.'lirisp. S. Ginminl. T. Donald (Auckland). I!. Waiiehnp. and AL Pullingcr.

Social Afternoon Last Friday afternoon the members of the Women’s Club held a most enjoyable social afternoon in their club rooms. The hostesses were Mesdames Jeiuto, Ingram, Jennings, 'l'. G. Lawless. Alelxeo. and Aliss E. ('mod.

Artistically arranged howls of African marigolds and autumn leaves were used for the decoration of the reception room, and a happy lime was spent in pleasant social chat. One visitor. Airs S. Wood, i’irongia. was welcomed.

During the afternoon Airs. W. E Gnll'e read an interesting article on "Arts and Crafts.” drawn up by Airs. 11. Colwell, A tick],'iiid. who is Ihe convenor of Ihe arts and crafts circle of the National Council of Women.

A dainty afternoon tea. was served by the hostesses, and handed round informally. Presentation to Choirmaster .v jmty evening was spent hv the .iiciUDcrs ot trie laipusi iaoeruane choir „..-,i J iinrsuay, wuen they pain a surprise call ujion .in', and Airs, u . if. i\emp ~i iiii'ii' resilience, ttunsell street. I litll .or. ivt-injj lias been choirmaster ai i,in- i anernurte, mu pressure ot imsi.7c.,s nas made U necessary lor Air. ivemp to withdraw from this particular oltice. me evening was spent iiuppiiv wiln games and competitions, while Air. K. 11 . Hamolcy, urn present clioirniasler, conducted his choir m hearty rendering of favourite anthems, items ware also contributed by .Messrs. P. Williams and A. Ansell. During the evening the pastor, the Rev. E. W. Batts, stated that the real reason of the visit was to bring to Air. Kemp an expression of the very deep appreciation of the choir and church concerning their former choirmaster's splendid service. Air. Batts acknowledged his own indebtedness to the messages of the choir, and particularly eulogised the enthusiastic and devoted spirit in which Mr. Kemp had performed his many duties. He was glad, he added, that while Mr. Kemp was relin,pushing his baton, he was still keeping his place, as a valued member of the choir. Mr. >S. C. Glare, church secretary, also spoke, paying a tribute to Air. Kemp’s gift for music, and thanked him for what, he had done. At this stage, member; of the choir 1 rought into the room a beautifully designed and inscribed, music cabinet and bookcase, which Mr. Batts presented to Mr. Kemp as a token of vpprelint ion from members of his choir. The gift was a splendid piece of workmanship, made by one of the choir members, Mr. A. Ansell. In reply, Air. Kemp thanked members for their gift and also for their support during his lengthy term of otHce, and

urged all to continue in their ministry of song under the leadership of Air. Ilambloy. The gathering was brought to a conclusion with family worship. Flag Five-Hundred & Bridge Party Air. and Mrs. L. L. Winter gave a de.ightiid bridge and five-hundred evening al their home in Palmerston road last Wednesday night, to aid the Pari; (101 l Chili's fund lo furnish the ladies’ clubhouse. Card tables were set out in Ihe drawing room and breakfast-room, which were beautifully decoialed with bronze marigolds, and autumn tinted chrysanthemums, and dining the. evening a dc 1 ii-ions supper v.a: served inlormally The winners of the five-hundred prizes were Misses ,1. Weaver. E. Twislieton. Z. Armstrong, and Air. L. L. Winter. A In idge .prize for the highest score was won Ly Mr. ,1. Bray After supper a jolly time was spent

round llu; pi;ino with community .singing, the aeeompanisi being Mrs. t'. King. Tlic hostess reeeivd her guests wearing a graceful frock of fioral satin, cut with long' light sleeves, and a amid skirl, anil trimmed at the neckline with a spray "f while gardenias.

Among those present were Mr. and Mrs. li Gilmer. Mr. ami Mrs. lb Grant. Mr. and -Mrs. bee. Mr. and Mrs. F. Williams. Mr. and Mrs. Westmoreland. Mr. and Mrs. lb Ilazclmore. Mr. and Mrs. ■I. Fox. Mr. and Mrs. 11. Ilaekitt. Mr. and Mrs. W. A. Hall, and Mr. and Mrs. I. !lan;ies; Mesdames F. Swift. .!. Johnstone. Ilridee. Armstrong. G. King. 11. Meimeer, and W. Robertson ; Misses J. and Z. Armstrong, lb Cox, T. Twisle lon. .J. Weaver, and M. Howard ; Messrs. J. Kilearriff, J. Brav. J. Williams. G. P. Wilson, J. 11. Martin, and G. Bavliss.

Musical Evening A delightful musical evening given by tin*' Victoria League at l.e Grand Late on .Monday night was arranged as- a celebration of jvmpire Day, which felt on (hi! previous Sunday. Large bowls of African marigolds and autumn leaves were used for tin; decoration of the reception rooms, and cii arrival tin* guests were received by Miss A. !.. Bees and .Mrs. J.. Gotterill. Much of the credit for the success of the I unction was due to the energetic organisers. Mesdames Hugh Jones, Cr. A. ieholls and 1. J. Quigley. A delightful musical programme was charmingly rendered, life performers being Mrs. I. Mirlield, who gave a vocal solo, followed by a musical monologue by Miss Betty Quigley. Mrs. P. Barry gave a vocal solo, and Miss (vy Hunt played a pianoforte solo. Miss I. Halbert recited, and the following singers gave vocal numbers: Mesdames 11. J. Poole and F. Neil, Misses M. Parker and l.ois Daws, The accompanists for the evening were Mesdames Garrntliers. I. •). Quigley and I. Halbert. Two amusing competitions caused much interest, and the winners were Mis. T. G. Lawless .and Miss O’Shea.

During the evening .Miss A. L. Bees spoke a few words, and then introduced Mr. Duncan Hall. Geneva, who gave an interesting talk on the League, of Nations.

A delicious supper was served, followed by the singing of the National Anthem, which brought to a close a most enjoyable evening. Wainui Hall Social & Dance

A novel and enjoyable evening was organised by the Wainui Entertainment Committee in aid of the hall funds. Children as well as adults were present. the former wearing fancy dresses. Games, items, and dancing were enjoyed by all present. Music was supplied by Mrs. 0. W. Smith and Miss Gwen Wilson, while extras were played by Mr. T. Martin. The duties of M.C.’s were carried out bv Messrs. J. 0. Andrew and H. F. Lord.

I’leniF’ were given by Mrs. Elliot, violin. .Miss Inn Smith, and Mr. T. Marlin, novelty tap dancink duo, Miss F. Porslon and Master Harold Andrew, pianoforte solos. The committee comprised Mesdames I (.'. Andrew and G. 'l'. Gemini. Misses G. Wilson and E. I’erston. Messrs. F.

Wilson, and ■). Andrew, with the following : Mesdames C. W. Smith and Stokes, and Messrs L. Grey and H. Lord.

Those present included Mr. and Mrs. 11. F Lord. Mr. and Mrs. 11. Weatherly, Mr. and Mrs. Kingi, -Mr. amt MrsG. W. Smith. Mr. and Mrs. Flliott. Mr. and Mrs. L. Gray. Mr. and Mrs. Stokes. Mr. and Mrs. G. Andrew, Mr. and Mrs. .1 Andrew. Mr. and Mrs. F. Wilson, Mr. and Mrs. \\ . Gardiner, Mr. and Mrs. G. Wilson. Mr. and Mrs. Gorrurd. Mr. ami Mrs. Baugiiria. Mesdames Hodgson, 0. M. Gains. Per. ye)-. Miller, and Herbert. Misses G. Cains, M. Collier, T. and B. Smith, Martel, W. and B. Elliot, L. and B. Miller. P. Grit ton, and 0. Rangiuia.

The children present included Joyce Gray, Noll Gains, Betty and Janet Fisher, Doreen Grittou, Joan and Grace Wilson. June and Zoe Garrard, Peggy, Pauline, and Mary Herbert, Harold and Wrey Andrew, Jean Miller, Joy Perver, Bohhv, Beg. and Charlie Smith, Bruce and Jim Fisher, Alan Wilson, Vttl. and Ivan Gray, Nea and Robbie Mason, Betty Stokes, Beg. Harvey, and Hugh Rickard.

It is hoped to organize another of these social functions in the near future. ‘ ‘ Kitchen ’ ’ Evening

Miss Paula Fisehbach, who is to he married to Mr. M. Kippenberger next week, was the guest of honour at a delightful “kitchen” evening given by Miss Lornn Hooper at the home of her aunt in Stout street on Friday.

Beautiful autumn tinted foliage adorned the drawing-room, which was cosy with a cheery log tire. All present spent a happy time joining in games and amusing competitions, the winners ol each receiving a small prize. A delirious savoury supper was. set in the dining-room, where howls of marigolds and dahlias were artistically arranged.

After supper the guest of honour, assisted by her bridesmaid-to-be, unwrappedl her numerous parcels, revealing an assortment- of useful gifts, for which she thanked her friends in a suitable little speech. The guests included Mesdames G. Frank-, C. Kelly. P. Fisehbach, Snis (Tolaga Bay), and Donaldson; Misses A. and P. Fisehbach, A. McNamara, V. Forbes, M. Walls. D. Korte (Matawai). and M. Morrow.

Literary Circle of the Women’s Club. A meeting of the literary circle of tiu* Women’s Club was hold in the dull rooms, Gladstone r.oad, on Monday afternoon. Those present were Mrs. 0. Vincent, chairman, Mrs. T. G. Lawless, lion, secretary, and Mesdames F. B. Hill, E. 'Prowell, I). McKeague, X. Hooper, P. Barry, 11. F. .Sinclair,

11. E. Hill, and Miss Clark. Apologies for absence were received from Mrs. I. J. Quigley. It was decided, on the motion of Mrs. Hooper, seconded by Airs. Trowell, that the evening meeting should be discontinued. The subject taken for the afternoon was “Now Zealand Authors,” and ilie interesting readings were greatly enjoyed. Airs. Trowell rend “A Lullaby,” by Hori Alaekaire, followed In’ Airs. Hooper reading “The Alother” and “Bethlehem.” written by Gloria Rawlinson. Mrs. i’. Barry chose “Start’s Last Letter,” by Bracken. “The Old Year’s GoodBye,” from “Journnlese,” by Robin Hyde, was read by Airs. Sinclair, and Mrs. F. R. Hill read a poem by Alary K. Kiteliing entitled “A Home Land For ATo.” As there was insufficient time for all the members to read the pieces they had prepared it was decided to continue with the same subject at the next meeting, which is to be held on .Tune la future the meetings will be held on the Tonrl li Monday afternoon of each month. A “Diplomatic Widow” The whirl and turn of foreign alums have made Mrs. Anthony l-.Uen. the tall, <lark-haired, attractive wile ot the British Foreign .Secretary, a "diplomatic widow,” writes a London correspondent.

A lull in all the hurly-anrly of international politics would l.e welcome, to tier, she indicated in a recent- speech, in iliat it might permit her to see a bitmore of her husband. '

When the pretty- peach-skinned Mrs. Eden promised to marry the handsome, well-tailored Anthony, she had visions of a rather quiet leisurely life with her husband sharing her artistic tendencies. 1 hey both delighted in tine paintings and water-colours.

But politics interfered from the very beginning. Air. Eden was invited to stand for election to Parliament as a Conservative for the Warwick district. Their marriage was put forward. They were married only two days before the by-elections started. That was 12 years ago. Since then Air. Eden has had a rapid rise to political fame. More and more Airs. Eden has found herself waving good-bye to her husband', on his trips to the Continent, or waiting patiently for him to return home from conferences and political meetings.

Eighteen when she married, a year after her debut, -site is to-day a poised, soft-spoken, cultured member of London society, with an air of reserve about her. but not without ability to hold attention from the speaker’s platform if need be.

.She is the third daughter of Sir Geivase Beckett, a well-known London linaneier. She has borne Mr. Eden two sons, Simon, aged 10. and Nicholas. She is credited with having contributed much to Mr. Eden’s success through providing a happy, stable, restful domestic life for him; by aiding him in preserving intact his home life despite his ever-increasing Parliamentary and Governmental duties.