Women's World

Poverty Bay Herald, Volume LXIII, Issue 19031, 3 June 1936, Page 10

Women's World

People and Parties

Dr. Mary Watson, Wellington, arrived in Gisbornc on Moiulay to bo the guest of Mrs. H. T. Holdcn, Rnnuroa station.

Mr. and Mrs. I. Stephenson, Stout street, are visiting Hawke's Bay and Wangnnui. Mrs. P. J. Kifld. Wellington, is the guest of. her, sister. Mrs. R, HallCrease, .Russell street.

Miss Nell Steele, Tahuuga., was the week-end 'guest of Mrs. A. J. Stock. Domett street.

Mrs. A. J. Nicol, and her daughter, Mrs. C. Cairns, have returned from a brief visit to Napier Miss X. Mitford, Russell street, is the guest of Mrs. R. Fraser, Hamilton. Miks V. Dodd, Harris street, is the guest of Miss Kath. Sherriti, Waikohu: Mr. and Mrs. 11. H. Dods, Whatatutu. are visiting Auckland for the Ellerslie races.

Mrs. It. Jackson. Wellington, and Misses H. and 15. Jackson, who have been visiting Uisborne. left, on Monday for Te Awamutu. . ■ Miss Hilda Sherriff, Waikohn, who lias been on a brief visit to Wellington, is the guest of her aunt. Mrs. 11.

E. Dod, Harris street. Mrs. A. M. Georgctli left to-day on an extended visit to Palmerston North. Mrs. A. C. .Steele, Tahuuga, was the week-end guest of her sister, •"_Miss G.

Bus well. ~ . Mr. and Mrs. Cecil Graham, VVaimata. were the. week-end guests of Mr. and Mrs. H. Telford, To Kanaka, Mr. and Mrs. H. Telford. Tc Karakn, accompanied by Miss Rose Telford, left yesterday for Hamilton. Miss Cecily Gudgeon, Tikitiki, returned to the Coast yesterday after a brtel' visit to Waihi, where she was the guest of Mrs. Kenrick. Miss Keitha Kcnrick, who has been spending the school vacation with her mother," Mrs. Kenrick, Waihi, has returned to the Coast. Mr. and Mrs. Baden llacche, Stout street, accompanied by Mr. Max Hopkinson, Whatatutn, are, visiting Auckland, and later they will make a motor tour of the North Island. Lady Goldfinch and Miss Helen Goldfinc'i.'of "Australia, who "have ,been visiting Auckland, have left for Rotonia. Bridge and Mail Jong Afternoon

MisJs Peggy Guiih, whose marriage to Mr. Jlcdlev Peeves-is to be eelchnitod mi Juno 10th, was the guest of honour at a delightful bridge and man Jong parly given bv Mrs. K. Sherratt in ju-r home at Wailii'rere yesterday afternoon. Card ttrblos " were set out. in the drawing-room, which was- artistic.allj decorated-with bowls of camellias and jonquils, and a bright log'fin- added to 'the 'cheerfulness, of the room. Lovely bowls-of autumn flowers and foliage were'used with aritistic.effect Cor thVdecoration of the dining-room where" a delicious afternoon tea was served.

The hostess looked smart in a tailored frock of blue plaid serge. Miss Gunn chose a becoming jumpei Miit .of blue woven, wool, worn with a jijnk jersey, and a small blue felt hat. Among the guests were Mesdaines W. L. Irwin, 0, I. Parker, B. B. U. Burke .and P. Pittar; Misses A. Thomas. .!. and M. Blair, .1. PullerlonSmith (Mai-ton), C. Beece (ChrisV church)', B. Kemp. T. Gardner, P. and P. Burke, and J. Bloomfield. ' "Miscellaneous" Afternoon

Miss Joan Margoliouth, who is lo be married short.y, was Hie guest of Honour at a delightful afternoon given by Mrs. rf. li. bmith and Mrs. C. Pv. Pyke, iVlamituke, and held at. the formers nome in Haronga road yesterday after-

noon; , The guests were entertained in the cirawing-room, which was prettily decorated with bowls of African marigolds and autumn berries, and made cozy with a bright log fire. A delicious tea was served in the (lining-room, Ihe table henig adorned with a bowl of golden gleam nasturtiums.

Aii amusing competition caused much inteiest, tha winner lieing Dr. Mary Watson, Wellington, while another prize was won by Mrs 11. D. Chrisp. After tea the guest of honour, assisted by her two bridesmaids-to-be, .Misses Noeline Margoliouth and Eleanor Matthews, opened the parcels, which contained an assortment of useful and lovely "ifis. for which she thanked her friends. Mrs. Smith was wearing a becoming frock of navy blue crepe marocain, trimmed with braid. Mrs. Pyke looked smart in a brown woven suit worn with a gay orange and fawn scarf. The guest of honour wore a nigger brown tailored suit trimmed with pin 'neks and worn with a. fawn fell hat banded with'"brown ribbon. Anion 1 * the guests were Mc-dames W. I*ll -lands, IT. D. Chrisp, P. A. Petlit. R. R, fiamhrM, P. N. Mnir. 11. T. Ilol•len. V. Si Caulton, C. Orahani. R. hiillv, D. H. P.arrv, and W. .Jackson; Mioses T 5. and S Chrisp, M. Hamilton. X. Bruce X. Bain. M. Foster, L. Chrisp. V. Pcl.til'. J. Irvine, R. Wanehop, R. Scott. D. Barton, N. Pvke. M. Broadhurst. E. and F. Matthews, 11. Shornff, C. Renshaw (Taurangn), and T)r. Mary Watson (Wellington).

X!>6e %ai\y Round

Races at Ellerslie The Auekalnd Racing Club's winter Carnival, the week during which Auckland is the centre of interest in sporting circles, opened at the Ellerslie racecourse on Saturday in perfect weather. Throughout the day the grounds were bathed in warm sunshine, which no doubt was partly responsible for the excellent attendance.

The dressing, as is usual at this lime nl the year, was strictly tailored and interesting. Harris tweed and fine woollen suits were favoured by the large majority, while smart plainly-cut frocks of line wool under matching tweed coats were equally smart. ."-'nine lovely furs were to be seen, in necklets of silver-tox and stone-marten, short fur capes and long coats. In most cases, however, these were not worn until later in the afternoon when the sun had lost iis brilli-

Hals were very important and showed a even I variety of shapes and colours. Jaunty Robin Hood hats. Breton sailors, close-lit ling turbans and folded berets all appeared, and nearly all were trimmed with quills, wing- or tiny birds. "Pantry" Afternoon

Mrs. Hugh Telford and her two daughters, "Mrs. V. S. fa niton and Mrs! C. Graham, were hostesses at a charmingly arranged "pantry"' tea held at, Mrs. Telford's home, "Ngio." Te Karakn, and arranged in honour of .Miss Joan Margoliouth. who is to be married next month to Mr. C. Turner. Palmerston North.

A huge log lire, and attistic decorations of hydrangeas, Landino berries, and autumn foliage created an atmosphere of charm in the sitting-room, where the guests wevo entertained. A delicious afternoon tea was served ill the dining-room, which was cosy with a bright log lire, the table being adorned with low bowls of rust-coloured nasturtiums, intermingled with maple

During the afternoon Hie guests enjoyed a stroll, round the picturesque, old garden, the autumn shrubs, and rockeries -being greatly admired. After tea, the guest of honour, assisted bv her bridesmaids-to-be, Misses Noeline "Margoliouth and Eleanor Matthews, opened the parcels, revealing a useful assortment of articles to slock the pantry shelves, for which she thanked her friends in a charming liltle speech. Mrs. Telford welcomed the guests Wearing a smart frock of navy crepe-de-chine, relieved at Ihe neck with bright trimmings. Farewell Morning Tea Party On Tuesday morning the committee ol j the Gisbornc branch of the l'lunket Society gave a delightful morning tea i party in the "Mary Elizabeth" as a farewell'to Mrs. W. A. Smith, who is leaving shortly to reside in Dunedin. The lea table was prettily decorated with bowls of bronze and gold African marigolds. Later the guests adjourned lo the lounge, when' the acting-president, Mrs. .1. Blair, made a delightful speech mentioning Mrs. Smith's association with the l'lunket Society since its beginning, and also her work as secretary for a number of years. At a. "Save the Baby Campaign" held here 18 years ago, Mrs. Smith was the energetic, secretary, and as the result, of that campaign the Plnnket Society had been able to build their attractive rooms in Palmerston road. In asking Mrs. Smith to accept a handsome leather shopping bag. as a small token of appreciation from the Plnnket committee, Mrs. Blair expressed regret at her departure from the district, but wished her future health and happiness in her new home. The remainder of the morning was passed in social chat and reminiscences of early Plnnket activities. The "guest of honour looked smart in a black" tailored cost nine and black felt hat. Those present included Mesdaines J. C. N. Thomas. S. D. Nathan. H. L. Primrose. J. Blair, W. B. Goffe, .1. S. Wauchop, R, R. Gambrill, W. Cave, R. Dobson, .1. <>. Musgrave, 11. Bennett, and G. C. Jones; Misses V. Burnard, Brooke-Taylor (2). and Clark.

"Kitchen" Evening Mrs. Hill and Mrs. Walworth were joint hostesses at a most enjoyable •'kitchen" evening at the kilters home in Maki street on Saturday night, given in honour of Miss Vena Walworth, who was married on Monday to Mr. Norman Garland, Wairoa. The drawing room, which wa.s cleared for dancing, 'looked attractive with a huge log lire, and artistic decorations of autumn flowers and foliage. A dainty supper was served in the sitting-room, and later the guest of honour, assisted by her bridesmaid, Miss R. Chapman, opened the numerous parcels containing a useful assortment of articles for the kitchen, for which she thanked her friends.

Mrs. Walworth was wearing a smart frock of black crepe-de-chine. Mrs. Hill those a becoming frock of nipmnn marocnin cut on fitting! lines.

Mrs. Hell wore a smart blue jumper !tnd skirt. '

A "raeeful frock of navy blue, relieved with touches of white, was worn bv the guesl of honour. Gift Party Miss \'. Walworth, who was man-ice on Monday to Mr. N. (iarland, Wairoa, .vas the guest of honour at a charmingly arranged "gill pcriy given by Mrs. Chapman and tile Misses )!. and A. Chapman a!, their home in Mangapapa road on Saturday. Mixed bowls of autumn flowers and a

i.rigiu log tire created a cheerful atmosphere ill the sitting-room, where ihe ■jut-sis were entertained. Amusing compel it ions were arranged for the entertainment of the guests, the winners being Mesdames Hill and Walworth and Miss il. MeKcn/ie.

On arrival the guest of honour was presented with an amusing and artistie■ll, made bouquet, the presentation be:rr made bv little* Avon Davy. After en Miss Walworth, assisted by hei ! . i.hsmaid, Miss Rona C'hapiuan. opened • ei paneis, which contained many use- ;••■! gilt-, for weich she thanked her f.-i -fir's in a suitaTile speech. M s. Chapmar welcomed Ihe guests ■■■■ iirin • a navy blue ficmrcd crene-de-'l>ine frock, trimmed with navy blue. Miss R. Chapman chose a smart navy '.'ve ensemtle. while Miss A. Chapman wore a royal blue juniper soil trimmed with scarlet buttons and belt. The guest of honour looked .smart in a

smocked Russian blouse worn with a iiiivv skirt and navy felt hat.

Mis. Walworth was wearing a becoming frock of navy and white, spotted flat crepe, and a hat lo tone. The guests included Mesdaines Bell. Hill. R. Humphreys. L. Davy, McKinnon. and Godding; Misses Glassford, P. Tier. D. Linden. J. Green, li. Whinray, I',. Pocoek. /.. and li. Clayton. (I. McKen/ie and N r . Peyton. Dance at Wainui

A most enjoyable dance organised by Mesdaines L. \V. Cooper and .1. L. Cowan was held in the Wainui Hall on Friday night, the proceeds going towards the hall fund:-.

The hall was prettily decorated with .dreamers and greenery, and ii deli cious bullet supper was served during the evening. Dance music was played by Mrs, Thomson's orchestra, while enjoyable extras were contributed by Mr. Lnwson. During an interlude two modern dances, the slow fox-trot, and llie quickstep, were gracefully demonstrated by Miss M. Hamilton and partner. A most successful evening closed with the singing of the National Anthem.

Jridge Party Mrs. A. .). Barnard and Mrs. 11. E. iMU'slir were joint hostesses at a deiighttlli bridge party held at the lormer's nome in Hurnhura road on Friday evening.

oix tables were set out in the drawing room, Which was beautifully decorated „nii bowls of hydrangeas, .Nauduia ber-

. s and spring 'flowers, and made cosy witli a brignt nre. During the evening a delicious supper was served informally, .i prize tor tile highest score was won by ..r-,. A. J. Nicol,""while Jhe hidden number prize went to Mrs. K. C. I'isken. Mis. Barnard was wearing a graceful frock, of raisin brown embossed georgette trimmed with touches of beige. Mrs. Eorsier chose a becoming truck if lilac!: velvet, with a patter I corsage.

Among the guests were Mesdaines W. Al. Jenkins. T. G. Lawless. ('. Wade, ,v. .1. Sinclair. R, C. Kisken, L. V. Williams. E. A. Mouciieff. W. E. lies, Jlliver. 11. H. DeCosta, Birch, Dickson, r. Jenne. A. .1. Xicol. E, I-:. Ormislon. ,iikl C. Tatterslield; Misses I'. DeCosta, \). Jenne, J. and D. Adams. C. Ormislon. Johnstone (Auckland). Ilyelt, and LI. Sinclair. Fing-Pong and Card Evening-

Mrs. W. R. ITaslemore was hostess at a delightful evening at Iter home in Mango pa pa road on Saturday night, given m honour of her sister. Mrs. E. Curtis, Wellington, who is her guest. Card .tables were set out in the sittingloom, which wis prettily decorated with howls of autumn foliage The drawingroom, which was arranged with bowls of roses and autumn leaves, was cleared for dancing and ping-pong. daily coloured streamers and balloons were used for the decoration of the breakfastroom, where a delicious bnffel supper was served.

Prizes for the. highest score at cards were won by Miss M. Richardson and Mrs. V. r.u'ller. while the ping-pong ai/es were won bv .Mrs. J. I.ee, and Mr. L. 1.. Winter. '

Mrs. Nasleniore received her guests wearing a graceful model frock of saxc blue maVocaiu.

The guest of honour, Mrs. Curtis, ■lose black crepe-de-chine, trimmed with touches of red.

The giuests included Mr. and Mrs. V. Ruller, Mr. and Mrs. 0. Chamberlain, Mr. and Mrs. L. L. Winter, Mr. and Mrs. J. Lee, Mr. and Mrs. Dempsey, Mr. and Mi's. T. L. Ra'rnsho'w (To Karaka); Misses M. and M. Colebrook, M. Cooney, and M. Richardson; Messrs. W. .lames, J. Harvey, and P. Earnshaw. Women's Division of the Farmers' Union

The Poverty Hay branch of' the Women's Division of the Farmers' Union held its monthly meeting on Friday in Messrs. Pet ties' lounge. The president-. Mrs. T. A. Field, presided over a good attendance of members. Apologies were "i coved from Mesdames J. Blair, T. B. Si.once, and J. R. Read, while two new members. Mesdames J. Jobson, and .1. '■". Benson, were welcomed. Mrs. F. Parker was elected secretary and treasurer, in place of Miss A. Field, who had resigned. Mrs. Morrison was elected housekeeping secretary, and Mrs. " n|ack was appointed press correspondent.

Victoria League Meeting 'the monthly meeting of the Victoria league was held in Messrs. Pel ties' lounge on Monday afternoon, when the president. Miss A. L. Bees, presided r.v. r a large attendance of members.

New members elected were Mesdaines W. Riddel] and T. Leslie.

Mrs. Hugh Jones submitted a report, on the musical evening held on Empire Day. which proved very successful. Payment of accounts was approved. The book ami-magazine committee reported that if had packed and posted over Icwt. of books.

A request, from the headmaster of the Muiiwai School for books to supplein,ml the school library and to distribute among the children was granted. These, books will he forwarded immediately.

The junior branch of the Victoria League held a meeting during the. school holidays, and the girls started ihc work of making toys for children in hospitals al Christmas time. The sewing circle will carry on its work this winter in the members' homes, and all requests for assistance will be dealt with by the secretary. A book aflernonn will be held at the home of the president. Miss-A. L. Rees. on the aflernonn of Saturday, June 13. The next- meeting will be" held on Monday. Julv 6.

Mothers' Union. The monthly meeting of the Mothers' Union, held yesterday afternoon, was preceded by a short devotional service al Holy Trinity Church conducted by Canon A. E. .Hall.

The members then adjourned to the Parish Hall, when 1 the president., Mrs A. !•'. Hall, presided over an attendnhop. of 70 members. Apologies for absence were received from Mcsdamcs |{. .Tonkins, E. Trowoll, W. E. Goffe and Stevens. Welcomes were extended to Mesdaiucs Holloway (Opotiki), Dnnshade, Robinson, and Aires. In welcoming Mrs. Aires, Mrs. f.. Balfour, on belinlf of the members, p/esented her with n gift for her pantry. A fetter, was received from Mrs. W. A, Smith stating that she was leaving the district. Mrs. A. I'\ Hall proposed (liat a letter be sent to her conveying best wish.es to her for the future, and expressing regret at losing her from their midst. Mrs. Hooper seconded the motion, which was carried. Mrs. A. F. Hall read "Why Be Good," which proved very interesting, and was followed by a discussion on the subject. At the conclusion of the meeting a delicious afternoon ten was served by the hostesses. Mesdnmos Weakley, (birr, Humphreys, Hill, Kdney, Watson, Muis, ltawnsley, and Elliott.

Wharekahika Women's Institute

Tin- May meeting of the Wharekahika Women's Instilnle was held in the Ilinc.mniren Hall last Wednesday, Mrs. Williamson presiding over a good iiltcndnnce of members. Three new members were welcomed, Mesdames C. It. K. Wood, 0. Dawncy and L. Jury. The institute ode was sung, al'tei whirli a fair amount of business wat dealt, with.'

It was decided to combine Ihc Rep Icmlier 17 meeting will) a flower show The roll call was Roott'li jokes, sorm very amusing ones being related. Mystery parrels. 6d each, contribntec by members caused an animalei si'ene, every parcel being sold. Tin sales table also did good business

The competitions resulted 'as follows—Seniors, fancy knitted jersey (child's): Mrs. Pearce, 1; Miss 15. Pearce, 'A Plain knitted jersey: Miss Knr'uarigi, 1: Mrs. Patterson, 2; Mrs. I'nhnru, 3. Home-made, butter: Mrs. F. Wilson. 1 ;.Mrs. Jury, 2; Mrs. Waititi, 1 Juniors.—Children's scarf, knitted : J. Urislowe and G. Tawhiro, tie, 1; I-!. Trafford and R. Pearce, tie, 3; Kathleen Waitoa aiu.l K. Tiapa, tie, 5Scones: M. Pearce,. 1; R. Pearce, 2; K. Tiapa, 3. Flowers: Mrs. Pearce. 1; Mrs. Traffoid, 2; Mrs. Pahum and Miss Kuruangi. tie, 3. Collection of flowers: Mrs . Wiliamson, 1; Airs. Pearce. 2.

1\ same of charades by juniors led by Miss J. Williamson was very much enjoyed. ' ' ■ M'esdiunrs Pearce. .Jensen and ,Ju% and Miss B. Pearce served a dainty afternoon tea, The singing of the National Anthem closed a delightful meeting.