THE DEPARTMENT OF HOME AFFAIRS.

Southland Times, Issue 19389, 1 November 1924, Page 16 (Supplement)

THE DEPARTMENT OF HOME AFFAIRS.

SOCIAL ROUND

m TOWN AND COUNTRY. (By “Dorothy.”) Mrs J. L. Gilkison and family left during the week for Queenstown. Miss Mabel Dodd, of Dunedin, is spending a few weeks’ holiday in Invercargill. Mrs W. T. Hazlett leaves this momin for Dunedin and Christchurch for Cuj Week. Mrs A. Jones (Dunedin) is at prese’ the guest of Mrs Alex Sutherland (Ys. row street). Mrs R. Berndtson, of Riverton, is at present the guest of Mrs W. F. Scandrett, Gladstone. Mr and Mrs H. G. Ward, Trafalgar, motored to Dunedin and spent last week-end visiting friends there. Miss EMa Hastings, of Dunedin, spent last week-end with friends here. She returned home on Wednesday. Mrs H. P. McClatchy, of Dunedin, is at present the guest of Mrs Geoffrey Ward, Rodney street. Mr and Mrs James Macalister and Dr Gladys Macalister leave on Wednesday on their trip to the Old Country. Mr and Mrs J. T. F. Micthell expect to leave Invercargill for their new home in Auckland in the last week of this month. Among the visitors at the Trail-Moffett wedding on Wednesday, were Mr and Mrs Walter Trail, Stewart Island, and Mrs Wm. Trail, of Auckland. Miss Mae Matheson, of Dunedin, arrives to-night to take solo parts in the Southland School of Highland and Classic Dancing’s recital on Monday evening. Last Tuesday afternoon the Garden Circle of the Southland Women’s Club spent a happy time visiting the Lennel gardens and Mrs F. D. Morrah’s, Gladstone. This Circle is holding its annual meeting on Tuesday. The engagement is announced of Miss Meta Rapley, daughter of Mr and Mrs T. W. Rapley (Wellington), to Mr L. L. T. Bush (“Awapiri,” Marlborough), younger son of Mrs and the late Mr J. L. Bush (Invercargill). Mr and Mrs Rhynd, Mr and Mrs George Morris and Miss Molly Morris, of Wellington, arrived in Bluff on Thursday last by the steamer Arawa from Timaru. They spent a most delightful afternoon on the Otutara links yesterday. While in Invercargill they were guests at the Grand Hotel. Gore races were a big attraction for holi-day-makers on Labour Day. Although the weather was cold, quite a number attended the race meeting, many from Dunedin and Christchurch, as well as Invercargill. Bluff and Riverton also had their share of picnickers. The cake weight guessing competition at the South Invercargill stall on Children’s Day, was won by Mrs Hope, 101 b Bozs, and Mr Strathem 101 b sozs. The weight of the cake was 101 b 6Aozs, making each of the above competitora 14ozs out. This makes it necessary to equally divide the cake W’hich is to be obtained at Mr Jenkins’ Grocery Store, South Invercargill. Quite a number from Invercargill took advantage of the excursion to Queenstown on Labour Day. Although the weather here was cold, Queenstown supplied its visitors and sight-seers with a beautiful day and many charming light frocks were to be seen worn by the ladies. This excursion gives one plenty of time to see the best of Queenstown and the Gardens are among the most exquisite to be seen. Rowing and other pastimes on the Lake were indulged in. The Lake itself is a picture at present, with the willows out on the water’s edge. Some of those who took the trip on Monday were: —Mesdames C. S. Longuet, G. H. Wilson, Misses B. Wilson and M. and A. Fraser. j Hie Ladies’ Hockey Association held a big dance in Ashley’s Hall on Wednesday, j as the last of a most successful and enI joyable dance season. A few of those present were: —Mr and Mrs Tattersfield, Mr and Mrs Colbran, Mr and Mrs Ashley, Mr and Mrs Anthony, Mesdames Alsen, Battin, Misses Godward, Kilby, Bell, Tattersfield, Humphries, Leek (2), Thomson (2), Olsen, McGillivray, McGregor, Marshall (2), McLennan, Shivvers, Hall Goodwich, Lynch, Johnson, Burt, G<eddes, Clark (2). Forbes, Hodge, Harvey, Anthony, Hawke, Ashley, Jenkins Davis, Wilson, Stott (2), McConachy, Messrs Ashley, Tattersfield (2), Hodge (2), Smith, Cruickshanks, Crosbie, Wills, Wilson, Carnie, Hannah, Drain, Rout, Gilman, Peters, Taylor, Nelson, Pope (2), Green, Coakley, Latham, Morgan, Harland, Mills, Thomas, McCleary, Vernon, Young, Cameron, Fitzpatrick, Murray, Barlow, Bonney, Melvin. The Music Circle of the Southland Women’s Club held a large open evening in the Jubilee Hall last night for which an excellent programme of music was arranged. After the programme a 4 supper was supplied by the members of the Circle. The programme was as follows: —Piano duet, Valse Brilliante (Moszkowski), Misses Erskine and Edie; songs (a) Two Roses (Gilbert), (b) Shadow March (Del Riego), Mrs Copeland; trio, Bonnie Dundee (Bantock), Mesdames Anderson, Brown and Garrett; violin solo, Legendo (Wieniawski?, Mrs Miller; duet, Barcarolle (Offenbach), Misses Mehaffey; piano solo, Rhapsody (Brahms), Mrs Anderson; one act play, “Followers” (Harold Brighouse), Mesdames Hobbs, Denham, Macdonald and Mr Hobbs; violin duet, March Militaire (Schubert), Mrs Millar and Miss Crofts; song, Have You Any News of My Boy Jack (German), Mrs Garrett; duet, Foreign Children (Lehmann>, Mesdames Anderson and Brown. WEDDINGS. TRAIL-MOFFETT. A very pretty wedding was celebrated at St. John’s Anglican Church on Wednesday morning, when Miss Dorothy Moffett, only daughter of Mr and Mrs T. D. A. Moffett, Gala street, was married to Mr Robert Henry (Roy) Trail, son of Mr and Mrs Walter Trail, Stewart Island. The bride, with her father and attendants, entered the church to the strains of music played by Mrs Chas. Gray. The Church was beautifully decorated at the altar by girl friends of the bride. The tall vases were prettily arranged with violet and white hyacinths and evergreens. The bride wore a graceful and very sweet gown of powder blue georgette, plain bodice, and tucked skirt with a long trail of silver roses at one side. Her veil of blue tulle was exquisitely arranged and she carried a pretty bouquet of pink

and blue flowers mingled with maidenhair fern. The matron of honour, Mrs Archibald Hawke, wore a sweetly pretty frock of brown and gold silk morocain gracefully arranged, with brown, hat decorated with shaded wallflowers, and her bouquet was also of brown and gold. Miss Julia Snow (cousin of the bride) made a pretty little bridesmaid, wearing a simple frock of pink net and quaint Early Victorian bonnet, and carried a posy of pink flowers md maidenhair fern. Mr Edwin Trail, brother of the bridegroom, was best man. mmediately after the ceremony, two tiny ots, Peggy Oliver and Peggy Snow, wearig sweet frocks of pink and green organdi '.spectiyely led the bridal party from the lurch, showering a path of petalled roses every colour, which gave a very pretty ect. The guests, who were the relatives the bride and bridegroom, proceeded to jr parents’ home, where a sumptuous we fixing supper was arranged. The guests were received by Mrs T. Moffett, wearing a handsome dark blue duchess mousseline satin gown, with heavy flounces of radium lace, and black hat, and she carried a gorgeous bouquet of blue and cerise with maidenhair ferm Mrs W. Trail wore a smart gown of black silk with hat to tone, and carried a shower bouquet of pink and blue mingled with maidenhair fern. Later in the day Mr and Mrs R. H. Trail left for Queenstown on their honeymoon amid showers of confetti, and followed by the best wishes for their futue happiness. Mrs Trail travelled in a grey silk knitted coat and skirt with smart sleeveless suede coat and blue and red hat. After their honeymoon Mr and Mrs Trail will make their home at Stewart Island. O’CONNOR-LAMBETH. The marriage took place in First Presbyterian Church, Frankton Junction, on the evening of Tuesday, October 14, of Mr James Louis O’Connor, of eldest son of Mrs C. M. and the late Edward O’Connor, of Dunedin, and Miss Margaret Florence (May) Lambeth, elder daughter of Mr and Mrs Charles Lambeth, of Hamilton (late of Invercargill). The Rev. Alex. Hardie (uncle of the bride) officiated, assisted by the Rev. Macdonald Aspland. The service was fully choral, and friends had tastefully decorated the church for the occasion with arum lilies and foliage. The bride, who was given away by her father, wore a very graceful frock of ivory satin mousseline, slightly draped, and daintily finished with touches of silver. The train, which was also embroidered with silver, hung from the shoulders, and the veil ivas prettily arranged with sprays of orange blossom. Silver brocaded shoes, cream stockings and a beautiful bouquet of cream flowers gave the finishing touches. The bridesmaid, Miss Irene Muir, of Hamilton, was attired in a delightful frock of white net, effectively embroidered in gold, with capette falling daintily from the shoulders, white stockings and gold shoes. She wore a circlet of golden leaves on her hair, and carried a pretty bouquet of old gold flowers. The duties of best man were successfully carried out by Mr T. P. O’Connor, of Dunedin, brother of the bridegroom. Following the ceremony, a reception was held by the bride’s parents at the Kia Ora rooms, which presented a charming picture with gay decorations and beautiful flowers. The guests were received by Mrs Lambeth, who wore a frock of black silk morocain with drapings of georgette, and finished with gold beads, a black georgette hat relieved with floral tints, and a black marabout stole. She carried a dainty bouquet of mauve flowers. The toast of the bride and bridegroom was proposed by the Rev. Macdonald Aspland, and numerous other toasts were duly honoured. After the reception the happy couple left by car for Rotorua. McKENZIE-FERGUSON. A pretty wedding was solemnised in the Presbyterian Church at Nightcaps on Friday, parties being Miss Agnes Ferguson, eldest daughter of Mr and Mrs H. Ferguson, and Alexander McKenzie, youngest son of Mrs and the late D. McKenzie. The bridesmaid was Miss Annie Ferguson, sister of the bride, and the groomsman Mr Allen, of Kaitangata. Miss Evelyn Parks was flower girl. Rev. R. C. Boyd was the officiating minister. The bride looked charming in a white crepe-de-chene frock. At the wedding breakfast, set in the supper room . of the Coronation Hall, about 50 couples were entertained, and the usual toasts were honoured. The happy couple left by motor, en route for Wellington, where the honeymoon will be spent. TANGNEY-CULLING. On Monday at St. Thomas’s Church, Winton. the marriage was solemnised of Miss Freda Evelyn Mary-Culling, youngest daughter of the late Mr and Mrs Felix Culling, of Invercargill, to Mr Bartholomew Tangney, son of Mr and Mrs F. Tangney, of Invercargill. The bride, who entered the church accompanied by her brother-in-law’, Mr W. Kerr, Browns, was becomingly attired in ivory crepe-de-chene, trimmed with orange blossoms. Her veil was held in place by ' a wreath of orange blossoms which had been worn by her mother, and she carried a sheaf of arum lilies and an ivory bound prayer book. The bridesmaid, Miss Mary Lister, Invercargill, niece of the bride, wore an almond green embossed morocain gown, picture hat to match, and carried a Victorian posy of lilies of the valley. Two little flower girls, Miss Freda Kerr, niece of the bride, and Miss Valmai Tangney, niece of the bridegroom, were in attendance. They looked sweet in flounced frocks of white silk with net mob caps, and carried baskets of anemones. Mr Gerald Tangney (Invercargill) supported his brother. The Rev. Father Hunt conducted the service and celebrated nuptial mass. Miss Rose Driscoll was organist. The gifts were: to the bride a pearl brooch and an amber necklace set in gold, to the bridesmaid and flower girls gold armlets, and to the bridegroom a case of pipes. After the ceremony the guests repaired to the Central Tea Rooms, where a sumptuous wedding breakfast was partaken of. Later Mr and Mrs Tangney left amid showers of confetti for the North Island, where the honeymoon is being spent. The bride travelled in a coat frock of autumn brown gabardine, hat to tone, and a mole fur coat. AFTERNOON TEA. j FAREWELL TO DR GLADYS MACALISTER. Yesterday, a most delightful afternoon tea was given by Mr and Mrs Alex Sutherland in Lewis’s Lounge. The occasion was a farewell and celebration. Dr Gladys Macalister, who leaves with her parents, Mr and Mrs James Macalister on Wednesday for the Old Country to finish her medical studies, was among the first pupils Mr Sutherland had. 'Die Southland School of Highland and Classic Dancing has the honour of celebrating its twenty-first birthday this year, and Mr Sutherland took this opportunity of doing so yesterday, when a number of pupils and past pupils were

j present. Many of Mr Sutherland’s pupils | are in other parts of the world. Two are lin America, several in Australia, one in Auckland and 'Miss Madeline Vyner is in Christchurch, but unfortunately could not be present. After a delicious tea was partaken of Mr Sutherland made some very complimentary remarks about the guest of honour. He apologised for a number who could not be present. In speaking of Dr Macalister he said it was gratifying to hear that she had graduated at the Otago University this year. He felt sure that ho could speak for those present when he said that they were pleased that through her arduous studies at the University she had prosecuted such a successful and distinguished career. He hoped that Dr Macalister would enjoy her sojourn in the Homeland and he felt sure she would make good use of the vast experiences she would have while away and that she would feel the benefit of them when she returned. Mr Sutherland told some interesting stories of his early experiences as a dancing instructor and said he felt that he had to thank those present for the existence of thc School. In hoping that Dr Macalister would

thoroughly enjoy her trip he called on Mrs James Smith (his first pupil) 'to make a small presentation to Dr Macalister in remembrance of the days spent at dancing. Dr Macalister was the recipient of a beautiful silver jewel case adorned with a greenstone emblem of New Zeaalnd. On rising to reply there was loud applause for Dr Macalister and during a very happy speech she said that it was with mingled feelings she rose to reply to Mr Sutherland’s reinarks. She was quite overwhelmed by them and she would always carry the present with her as a token of remembrance of happy days spent in the School. She regretted that dancing days were over and wished to congratulate the School on its progress. While on her trip she intended taking great interest ih the national dances in the various places she hoped to visit and if she came ’back she hoped to be able to give tbe School some useful hints. In conclusion Dr Macalister hoped that the Southland School of Highland and Classic Dancing would grow even larger than it was, and thanked Mr Sutherland for the pleasure it had given her to be present, and for the beautiful present which she would always treasure. After further refreshments the party adjourned to Mr Sutherland’s rooms where Mr Sutherland had a class of tiny tots, and the rooms brought back to those present memories of many happy hours. Some of those present were:—Mr and Mrs Alex Sutherland, Dr Gladys Macalister, Mesdames S. Lindsay, Jas. Smith, Tresider, A. Jones (Dunedin), Misses Betteridge, Lipscombe, Hawke, Rein, Rankin, Gilchrist (2), Mehaffey, Manson, Greig, McLaren, Wesney, Ward, Padget Couling. QUEEN CARNIVAL. SOCIALS FOR THE CANDIDATES. (From our Correspondent). Great interest is being taken in the Queen Carnival to be held in connection with the Winton Band and A. and P. Association combined carnival. Competition is very keen and supporters are doing their best to get their particular queen crowned. A very successful concert and dance was held in the Browns Hall last Friday evening in aid of the Band Queen (Miss Enid King). A very good programme of songs, recitations and choruses was given by a Winton Party, while the Winton Municipal Band rendered several selections, which were much appreciated. Mr M. Watson also gave a bagpipe selection. An enjoyable dance was held in the Oreti Hall on Friday evening last to augment the funds of the Wool Queen (Miss Annie Miller). There was a large gathering present, and the evening proved successful from every point of view. A strong committee to support the Wool Queen was formed. A concert and dance, the proceeds of which also go towards the Wool Queen, was held in the Dipton Hall on Wednesday evening. The large audience showed their hearty appreciation of the programme, which was contributed by the Winton Hockey Girls’ Party, Mrs J. B. Cowie, Miss M. Brown, Messrs F. Tilley and G. Lindsay, and the Limehills Darktown Minstrels (consisting of Messrs H. Hammond, F. Flannery, E. Paul and F. Hogarth). Mrs McArthur kindly acted as accompaniste. A guessing competition for a handsome picture, given by Dr. Gow, was won by Mrs Jas. Milligan. The dance, which followed, was thoroughly enjoyed by all, a waltzing competition being won by Mr and Miss Miller (Oreti), with Mr Clark and Miss McDowell (Dipton) second. OTAUTAU. (From our Correspondent.) The members of the Otautau Croquet Club tendered Mrs Mclntyre, who has been a very active member, and who has taken a very keen interest in the game, a farewell “afternoon” on Saturday last, prior to her departure for Dunedin, where in future she intends to reside. very dainty tea was partaken of, and at an interval Mrs Hall, the President, referred to the activity displayed by the guest in the Club’s welfare, and on behalf of the members wished her every success in her new sphere. Amongst those present were the following: Mesdames Hall, Porteous, ‘ Mclntyre, Saxelby, O’Brien, Sinclair, Burns, Stevens, Brass, Chandler, Lumsden, Misses Gould and ’ Shaw. Mr and Mrs R. Kirkland (Mataura Island), and family spent the week-end with Mr R. Wyeth, Orawia. Mr and Mrs McNeil, Orawia, are spending a short holiday in Dunedin. • Mrs A. C. Rowe, Otautau, is at present spei<iing a holiday in Dunedin. Rev and Mrs I. K. Mclntyre, who have been residing in Otautau for nearly twe years, left on Wednesday afternoon for their new home at St. Clair, Dunedin. They were farewelled at the station by a few of their friends. Miss Galbraith, of Dunedin, is at present on a visit to Otautau. The attendance at the Otautau Athletic Society’s dance in ,the Town Hall on Wednesday evening was not so large as anticipated, nevertheless 25 coppies spent a very enjoyable time to splendid music supplied by an orchestra, comprising Mrs T. H. Cuppies (pianfe), Mrs Grieve (violin) and Mr M. Coulter (cornet), while Mr R. B. Collett made an efficient Master of Ceremonies. A good supper was dispensed at a convenient interval. The following were noticeci amongst those present: Mesdames Coulter (2) and Collett, Misses Templeton, Burns, Fisher, Mclntyre, Hope (2), GaiBraith, Dowler, Laidlaw, Walker, Morgan, Spencer, Bell, Pollock, Smith (2), Connell, Cosgrove Kane, Davis, Hassed, Dooley, McKenzie, Webb, Kirkpatrick and Jones, Messrs Finnegan, Irving, Sadlier, Fahey, McKenzie, Harrington, Dawson, Anderson, Hamilton, Martin, Walker, Collett, Coulter (3), Sinclair, Bone (2), Smith, Souness, H. R. Williams and Connell. CLIFDEN. DANCE AND PRESENTATION (From our Correspondent.) On Friday the Clifden and Eastern Bush bachelors gave a delightful dance in honour of the Western Star Ladies’ hockey team, which has been successful in winning the Western District Banner this season. The bachelors, headed by Mr P. C. Gardner, ‘Chairman, and Mr J. H. Wray, secretary, 1 had the Clifden Hall very tastefully decorated in thG hockey club’s colours; the music being supplied by Jellyman’s orchestra, while Messrs J. McLaren and A. Watson acted as M’s.C. The Riverton, Tuatapere, Ohai, and Otautau Clubs were all represented while an apology was received from the Nightcaps Club for their absence. During the supper interval Mr J. Lillico, on behalf of the bachelors, congratulated the young ladies on the good records they had achieved this season, having nine wins and one draw to their credit; only one point being scored against them; at the conclusion of the applause which followed, Mr G. Amos, on behalf of the residents of the districts, presented each member of the team with a trophy, and said he hoped that they would endeavour to do as well next season. The

ladies had long distances to go to practice, but they had stuck to it in all weathers, and the people of the district appreciated their efforts; he concluded by asking those present to sing “For They Are Jolly Good Fellows” which was done right royally. As the team did not include a speechmaker in their kit, the captain called on Mr Carnegie Gardiner (the Club’s President) to say a few words on their behalf. Mr Gardner in replying said that it was very gratifying to note the keen interest taken in hockey and he desired to thank the residents for the practical manner in which they had shown their appreciation. COLACBAY. CITIZENS’ BALL. (From our Correspondent.) On Friday evening last, 17th inst., one of the most successful Balls held here for some years was given by the citizens. The commodious Drill Hall, which was tastefully decorated with scrubs and ferns, was almost taxed to its capacity, some 60 and 70 couples taking part in the grand march. Friends from all parts of the district were present, including Invercargill, Riverton, Orepuki, and Tuatapere, and credit is due to the energetic committee for the efficient manner in which the programme was carried out. The music supplied by Love’s Orchestra left nothing to be desired. At a suitable hour refreshments were handed around, after which dancing was carried on until the small hours brought a most enjoyable function to a close. NIGHTCAPS. QUEEN CARNIVAL CROWNING CEREMONY. (From our Correspondent.) A fitting conclusion to the successful Queen Carnival was enacted in the Coronation Hall at Nightcaps, on Friday. The Hall was densely packed from end to end numbers being unable to gain admission, and a section of the assemblage occupying the corridor had to retire in order to allow space for the Royal Procession. The stage decoration was beautifully arranged by Mesdames Thomson, McLeod and Donnelly, assisted by an energetic Committee. Coloured spotlight effects by Mr A. H. Holmes enhanced the effect. Mr Thos. Thomson acted as choirmaster, and Mrs P. Grant as accompaniste. A short musical programme preceded the ceremony. Items rendered by the following received well-merited appreciation: Miss McGregor, recitation (encored) ; Mrs Barnsfield, solo (recalled); Miss Mclntyre, solo; Miss Joan Fisher, monologue; Mr E. Ottrey, song; Dr Tennant, song; Miss Fisher, song; Miss M. Renowden, song; Mr Clapp, song; and Mr Boyd, song. The arrangements were under the direction of Messrs D. Sinclair, junr., and J. O. Clapp, the latter acting as Herald and Master of Ceremonies. At the conclusion of the ceremony the hall was cleared for dancing, the grand march being led off by The Queen. Miss Valli, and Dr Tennant (Archbishop), followed by the court dignitaries. A densely packed floor made dancing almost impossible, nevertheless a merry and delighted throng jostled each other until the time of dispersal. Dance music was supplied by Sherman’s orchestra. Mr Thos. Robertson, ably carried, out the duties of M.C. The following were presented with honours: Princess Kitty, Miss Muir, Nightcaps; Princess Olive, Miss Thomson, Ohai; Mrs Cleveland, Mistress of the Robes; Mrs Macky, Lady in Waiting; Mrs Donnelly, Helper in Stalls; JVlrs Shedden, Directress of Stalls; Mrs J. -C. Forde, Manageress of Stalls; Mrs T. Quested, Charge of Tearooms; Mrs Guttery, Assistant Secretary, Ohai; Mrs Cantrick. RIVERTON GOSSIP. (From our Correspondent.) A very enjoyable evening was spent at her parents’ reeddence, South Riverton, when Mrs Heyler was met by a number of her former friends, and wished bon voyage on her way home. Musical items, cards, etc., filled in a pleasant two hours. Miss Wilson, Hawke’s Bay, is at present on a visit to friends. Miss Stenhouse, Invercargill, is staying with friends. Misses Pearsey and Winton were the guests of Miss Hunt at the Rocks during the holidays. Mrs Hayler after visiting 'her friends in the Western District and Bluff, returned to her home in Melbourne on Friday Mrs Sam. Bailey is still confined to her room, but is improving slowly. Mr Silas Beer is on a visit to Dunedin. Miss Haywood, Thombury, is on a visit to the seaside. Mr Hancock left on a business visit to Dunedin during the week. Mr and Mrs T. Begley were on a visit to friends on Monday. Mr E. Patrick left on urgent business for Wellington on Friday. Mr lan Baxter, Tapanui, spent a short holiday with his parents at South Riverton. Mr W. Bulman has left for Dunedin, where he enters the Post Office staff. Miss Lillian Munroe, Temuka, is spending a week’s holiday with friends in the Western district. Mr William Robertson has taken up his duties at the Post Office. Mr and Mrs James Sangster returned to Invercargill after spending two weeks at the seaside. Mr Pont, of Invercargill, has been staying at the Great Western Hotel. Mrs A. Lindsay, of Invercargill, has been staying with friends at the seaside. Miss Myrtle Hislop, of Invercargill, has been visiting friends. Mr J. Steel, of Otautau, has been visiting Riverton and staying at the Great Western Hotel. Mrs Weir returned to Invercargill after spending a holiday with her daughter, Mrs Orr. Miss E. Watson, of Invercargill, has been staying at the Great Western Hotel. Miss Sangster, of Invercargill, has been staying at the Great Western Hotel. Miss Waldie, after a holiday in Dunedin, has returned home. Messrs Smith (2) and Philpott (2), who have been camping out, returned home during the week. Mr W. H. Smith, of Sydney, is on a visit to friends in the Western District. He was much impressed with the Rocks settlement and the beaches.

Mr Wm. Armstrong, senior, after coming through a serious illness, is now able to get about again. Mrs Dugald Macdonald has returned from Dunedin. « Mrs Mercer and child, from Dunedin, are staying with Mrs Bru de Hill, Havelock street. Mr P. Molloy, after a severe illness in the hospital, has now recovered sufficiently to go home. Professor Webb, of Christchurch, is at present at the Railway Hotel. Mr Sheedy, of Gore, is on a visit, looking up friends. Mr Titchener, of Dunedin, has been on a business visit, and is staying at the Globe Hotel Mr and Mrs McDermid, Otago Centre, have been spending a holiday at the seaside, and are staying at the Railway Hotel. Mr and Mrs Scott, Eastern Bush, are at present at the Railway Hotel. Mr Rees has returned to duty after an extended holiday in the North Island. Mr S. Aitken, Invercargill, was the guest of Mr George Dickson during the week-end. Mr R. McKillop, Mrs McKillop and son are from Dunedin, are visiting friends in Riverton. Mr John Matheson shortly leaves on an extended holiday for the north. The many friends of Mrs John McClymont, Thornbury, will be sorry to hear that she is ill in the hospital. Mr and Mrs James Strang and family, of Invercargill, have been spending a few days at the Rocks. Mrs and Miss Wren, of Invercargill, have been spending a holiday in Riverton. Mr and Mrs E. Broad and family have been staying at the Rocks. WINTON NOTES. (From our Correspondent). Miss E. A. Austin (Oamaru) is the guest of Mrs W. McNaught. Mr and Mrs P. Bradley are spending their annual vacation at Timaru and Christchurch. Mr W. Jenkins, relieving officer, is acting as stationmaster during the absence of the former. Dr. Baird, of Wanganui, paid a brief visit to Winton during the week. Mrs J. J. Cosgrove (Dipton) is staying with her mother, Mrs J. T. Hamilton. Miss Maimie Hamilton (Invercargill) spent the week-end with her mother, Mrs W. Hamilton. Mr and Mrs Joyce (Invercargill) spent the week-end with their daughter, Mrs H. P. Cowie. Mr McPhail, Bank Inspector, is on a visit to Winton, and is staying at the Railway Hotel. Mr L. Niven (Dunedin) has been visiting friends in Winton. Mr E. Fletcher Roberts (Dunedin) is a guest at the Railway Hotel. Mrs D. Thomson (Invercargill) has been visiting Mrs Cunningham. Mrs H. P. Young left for Nelson some days ago. Miss Margaret Gerrard returned home on ’Tuesday, alter spending a few days in Invercargill. Two local residents—Miss M. B. Cowie and Mr E. Bedford—were successful competitors at the Gore Competitions. The former gained first place in the Shakespearian Recitation (ladies), first in the Musical Monologue (open), and second in the Prepared Reading (open). The latter came second in the Tenor solo. A mixed team from the local tennis Club motored to Wyndham on Monday and played a friendly match against the club there. The Winton players, Mrs J. B. Cowie, Misses M. M. Clark, P. Cowie, A. Hamilton, Messrs F. de la Perrelle, L. de la Perrelle, Stone, Thomas, Tilley and Walker, were defeated by two sets. A successful concert in aid of the Band Princess (Miss Enid King) was held in the Browns Hall on Friday. Mr J. R. Hamilton occupied the chair. The performers were: Mesdames F. Cowie, J. B. Cowie, McArthur, J. A. Wilson, Miss J. McNaught, Messrs Lindsay and Tilley. Several selections were contributed by the Winton Municipal Band. At the conclusion of the concert an enjoyable dance was held, the music being supplied by McMaster's orchestra. Mr A. Brown acted as M.C. The Centre Bush, Pukearuhe, Dunearn, South Hillend and Winton Presbyterian Bible Classes held a picnic at Lora Gorge on Labour Day. Although the weather was not all that could be desired the outing was a thoroughly enjoyable one. In the evening the members of the local Class met in the Sunday School Hall and passed a merry time in games. GORE CHAT. (From our Correspondent.) Miss Logan who has been on a short visit to Mrs J. E. Rogers, has returned to Dunedin. Mrs Foster (Christchurch), who has been on a visit to her sister, Mrs Cochrane, has gone to Queenstown for a few weeks. Mrs D. S. Mackenzie has returned from a short visit to Invercargill. Mr and Mrs Horn (Otago Central), and Mr and Mrs Elliott (Milton), were the guests of Mrs R. L. Grant for the races. Mrs J. McLean (Roxburgh) has been on a visit to friends here. A quiet wedding was solemnised at the Salvation Army Citadel by Ensign Watkin, the contracting parties being E. V. Moreton, youngest son of the late Mr Samuel Moreton, artist, of Invercargill, and Mrs Mabel Serborne, of Gore. After the ceremony the wedding party retired to a friend’s home for the wedding breakfast. The engagement is announced of Miss Annie S. Bain, daughter of Mr and Mrs Andrew Bain of Invercargill, to Mr EL BlairStewart, son of Mr and Mrs H. Blair-Stew-art, of Gore. Mr and Mrs J. F. Walsh (Mataura), are spending a holiday in Christchurch. The engagement is announced of Miss Ruru Doreen, fourth daughter of Mr E. G. Macpherson, of Wyndham, to Mr Arthur Oliver, youngest son of Mrs T. Henderson, Gore. At a recent meeting of the Congregational Church at Gore, occasion was taken to make some recognition of the services of Miss I. M. Durham, who has been Church organist for the past three years, and a presentation was made of an electric kettle and a large Ruskin vase, the same being accompanied by many expressions of thanks and appreciation. The Spring meeting of the Gore Racing Club was held in fine, but windy weather, the attendance was large on both days, and despite the weather the outing was most enjoyable. The grounds and appointments were at their best, and the club are to be congratulated on providing such an excellent outing for their lady patrons. Amongst those present were Mr and Mrs Sutton (Waikaia), Mr and Mrs A. W. Thomson, Mr and Mrs R. L. Grant, Mr and Mrs Elliott (Milton), Dr and Mrs Rogers, Miss Logan (Dunedin), Mrs F. Wallis, Senior.,

Mr and Mrs J. Edwards (Otikerama), Mr E. Russell (Invercargill), Mr and Mrs Dolamore, Mr and Mrs Shaw, Mr and Mrs H. Wallis, Mr and Miss Bowler, Mr and Mrs W. Hammond, Mr and Mrs A. Hawke, Mr and Mrs C. R. Green, Mr and Mrs J. Boyne, Mrs and Miss Gibbs, Mr and Mrs J. MacDonald (Daimond Peak), Dr Robertson (Tapanui), Mrs J. Green, Mr and Mrs J. B. Nichol, Mr and Mrs Bannerman, Miss McHutcheson, Mr and Mrs A. S. Fleming, Mrs F. Wallis, jnr., Mrs F. Young, Mrs E. A. Pigeon, Mr and Mrs D. S. Mackenzie, Miss Jopp, Mr and Mrs Sinclair (Mokoia), Mrs Hazleton, Mr and Mrs McMurray, Misses Fleming (2) (Balclutha, Mrs G. Hamilton, Miss Gee and Mr and Mrs H. Mac Gibbon. On Friday evening about 40 residents gathered at the home of Mr S. Robins, who is leaving the district, and entertained the family. Mr R. Johnston presided, and after referring to the object of the visit, and complimenting the guests on their many good qualities and popularity, he kept things going in a merry fashion. Games were indulged in, and songs were contributed by Mrs Hayward, Mrs Moore, Miss Doris Moore, Mrs McSweeney and Mrs Templeton, while Mrs F. Smith and Mrs McSweeney eave pleasing items on the piano and violin.

Miss D. Moore and Mr J. Buckley gave several recitations. After a sumptuous supper, provided by the ladies, Mr L. Moore complimented the guests on their well-earn-ed popularity, and expressed the regard of the residents of the district. On behalf of the residents he presented Mr Robins with a roll of notes as a token of goodwill. Mr Robins in responding, spoke of the happy times spent in the district and the many friendships made. The, proceedings closed with “Auld Lang Syne” and cheers for the guests. SOCIAL AT GORE. A very pleasant social evening took place in Holland’s Hall, Gore, on Saturday last, to do honour to the Pioneer Football Hub’s coach, Mr Jack Latham. During the evening Mr Latham was presented with an enlarged photo of the team. Mr F. O’Kane presided, and the following toast list was gone through: “The King”; Chairman’s remarks; song by Mr G. Abe; “Kindred Sports,” proposed by Mr Latham, and I*sponded to by Mr J. Millburn (football) and Mr T. Ambrose (racing; song by Mr J. Jamieson; ‘“Pioneer Football Club,” by Mr J. Murray, responded to by Mr J. Jamieson and Mr T. Gilder; song by Mr J. Denny; “Visitors,” by Mr C. Smith, responded to by Mr C. T. Selby and Mr C. Wilson; song, Mr O’Hagan; “Non-playing Members,” by Mr Latham, responded to by Mr J. O’Keefe; bagpipe selection, Mr C. C. Selby; “Albion F.C.,” Mr T. McDowel, responded to by Mr R. McGill. At 11.45 a very successful and enjoyable evening was terminated by the singing of “Auld Lang Syne.” DUNEDIN NOTES. (From our Correspondent). Staying in Dunedin during the week have been the following Southlanders:— At the City Hotel:—Mrs W. J. Gilchrist, Mr K. Rodgers (Tapanui), Captain Berkeley (Tarras), Messrs J. E. Bent, G. E. Boyd, A. Boyd, J. E. Bews, T. W. Gilchrist, Mr and Mrs Young (Wilden Station), Miss Manson, Mr and Mrs Thomas (Otautau). At the Grand Hotel:—Mr H. P. Fleming (Gore), Captain and Mrs Eliot (Alexandra). At the Excelsior:—Mrs J. Burnett (Queenstown), Messrs A. Wylie, A. E. Wish, C. Hammond, Mr and Mrs J. D. Gilmore, Mr and Mrs B. Tagney, Mr E. Agnew. Mr and Mrs Acton-Adams left at the beginning of the week for Timaru and Mount Cook. Mr and Mrs James Roberts also left early in the week for the Hermitage, Mount Cook. Mrs J. M. Gallaway and Miss Wwen. Gallaway returned from Auckland and Rotorua last Saturday. Miss Margaret Mackenzie, Castle street, is in Geraldine, where she will spend some months. On Wednesday evening last, a very enjoyable hour was passed at the Musical Circle of the Otago Women’s Club, about 30 members attending. Mrt> Wakefield Holmes (President) occupied the chair in the absence of Miss Barron. The election of office-bearers for the incoming year resulted:—Miss Ida White, President; Mrs S. M. Park and Miss Theomin, Vice-Presidents; and a Committee of six. A pianoforte solo, Miss Helen Watson; songs, Mrs F. H. Carr and Miss Theomin; and a competition, “Music and Musicians,” arranged by Miss White, tested the knowledge of all, the greatest number being guessed by Mrs (Dr.) Hall, to whom a souvenir was presented by the chairwoman. On Wednesday afternoon last at Mrs D. E. Theomin’s, the second of Mr Sydney Hoben’s recitals took place, the same ladies enjoying the beautiful programme arranged. Prior to the big number, three solos were given, the study of Leoni’s “L’Orocolo,” a thrilling story of the abduction of a tiny son and heir of a Frisco Chinatown millionaire during the New Year festivities, the music of which is very typical of the people with haunting melodies of the East. This week, on Wednesday, Mrs R. D. Hudson was hostess, when Mr Hoben spoke to his listeners of the Wolf Torrens opera, “The Secret of Susanne,” a dainty, much lighter play; in contrast to that of the previous week. As usual, his playing of three small numbers at the beginning of his performance was much enjoyed, as were the two beautiful songs given by Mrs Hudson in the interlude between Mr Hoben’s contributions. On Friday evening, Miss Perry spoke to members of the University Women’s Association, taking as her subject “Life in the Newer English Universities,” describing to them ‘those facts which might be of most use and interest, and at the close of an instructive address was accorded a hearty vote of thanks. The engagement is announced of Ethel, eldest daughter of Mr and Mrs James O’Connell, Macrae’s Flat, to William, third son of Mr William Moynihan, Spring Terrace, Ngapuna. Miss Agnes Hazlett (Invercargill) is the guest of her uncle, Mr L. C. Hazlett, High street. Mrs Laidlaw went south to Athol to spend a short time with her son. Miss Macandrew (Wellington) is the guest of Mrs Macandrew, at Macandrew’s Bay. The Misses Christine and Agnes Mackenzie, who have been absent for some years residing in the Old Country, returned to Dunedin this week. The engagement is announced of Miss Mina Caldow, formerly of Dunedin, wellknown in musical circles throughout New Zealand, to Mr H. W. Fiddes, barrister, Auckland. Mrs Cameron, Hawera, is the guest of Mrs J. L. Herbert, Anderson’s Bay. Miss M. Saunders, Invercargill, is in Dunedin for a brief visit. Mr and Mrs Pinckney, Waikaia, are in Dunedin at present. On Friday afternoon last, Miss Mura Reid gave a delightful tea party in honour of Miss Peggy Emerson, whose marriage to her brother, Mr Donald Reid, takes place at the beginning of the month. Among the guests were noticed: Mesdames Moss, Clapperton, Hay, Sim, Fitzgerald, Glazebrook, Monro, Mills, Misses Emerson, Haggitt, Hartmann, Clapperton, Stock, Finch, Reid, Halsted, Hazlett (Invercargill), Sidey, Johnstone, Burt, Barr, Fulton, Edmond, etc. The Misses Dutton Edmond and Aslin also took part in the reading of “The Lilies of the Field,” which was so much enjoyed at the repeat performance given last week. Miss Hope Fleming, Palmerston North, is the guest of Mrs Beck, Musselburgh. Several farewell functions were arranged in honour of Miss Little, who recently re- ! signed from the staff of Studholme House, | of which she has been a member for the ! past five years, but has been closely as- | sociated with the activities of the Home Science Department for a much longer period. On Wednesday evening last the Home Science Students’ Association gave a dinner party, some 60 guests being present, Miss Blaike proposing the toast of the evening (Mesdames Benson and Strong endorsing the remarks of the speaker) and presenting a handsome handbag, and Pyrex casserole in a silver container, as a souvenir of past days; cheers from the assembled company and the singing of the University anthem following; the rising from table being the signal for everyone to spend the remainder of the evening in dancing. The ‘Party” with which the Literary Circle finished its activities for this year was an unqualified success, large numbers of members attending, besides the 50 ladies who were for the nonce, “Characters From a Book.” No’two alike, old world and new mingled together, the frocking delightful, and the excerpts and acenas much enjoyed by the onlookers, Betsy Prigg (Miss Aslin) and Sairey Gamp (Mrs Morrell) were there and played the famous Mrs ’Arris Scene; so were Alice (Miss May) and Mad Hatter (Mrs Eastgate); Mrs Wiggs (Miss Holland) ; Sam Weller (Mrs Durant) ; Betsy Trotwood (Mrs Williams) ; Queen Catherine (Mrs M. Crorie); Patient Griselda (Miss Howes); Mesdames Ewing and Cowie (Sisters from Cranford) ; Mrs Mataprop (Mrs Wakefield-Holmes) ; Mrs Poyser (Miss Reynolds) ; Omar Khyaam (Miss Joachim), Mesdames Primmer and BrickeU (from Anderson’s Fairy Tales) ; Nurse, Romeo and Juliet (Mrs W. J. Williams), Miss Aynsley, Lavender and Old Lace (Mrs J. C. Stephens) ; Mrs Ruggles (Miss K. Glendinning) ; Mistress Page (Mrs Scoullar) ; Red Queen (Mrs Begg) ; Elizabeth Bennett, from Pride and Prejudice (Miss MacGowan); Dad,

from “On Oar Selection” (Mrs Hervey), Hinemoa (Mrs Rodgerson) * the Chinese Ambassador (Mrs Fraser), etc., etc. The prize foy the best sustained character (by popular vote) was awarded to Mrs Hervey. A delightful half-hour’s chat over supper brought to a close an instructive and enjoyable evening. THE HOME COOK. AN ANGLO-INDIAN SUGGESTION. Over-ripe or “faded” fruit is dangerous to use; an exception, however, is ripe bananas. Blackened, soft bananas are excellent prepared in Anglo-Indian fashion—that is, peeled, crushed with a silver fork, and mixed with whole strawberry jam and a liberal supply of thick cream. INSTEAD OF STARCH. Rice water —that is, water in which rice has been boiled—should never be thrown away, as it is excellent, and at the same time economical, to use instead of starch for certain materials, especially those for which only a slight stiffness is required. Cretonnes and beautifully embroidered linens are improved by being passed through rice water, and net curtains and lace of many kinds get just the right amount of firmness with this preparation. Old lace, that may be ruined with starch, can often be improved by being treated with this method. THE LOW CEILING. } HOW TO MAKE IT LOOK HIGH. People who have low rooms to which they wish to give an effect of greater height may attain the desired result by having the cornice tinted the same colour as the walls. It should be noted that a cornice treated in this way should be of a fairly simple character. If the walls are painted it is an easy matter to have the cornice coloured the same shade, leaving the ceiling white or cream. A good result may be obtained in such a case by making use of the method known to decorators as “paint and wipe,” the mouldings being first painted and then some of the paint wiped off with a rag, giving a shaded effect. • In the case of a room with papered walls a consultation with the decorator, or the foreman painter will probably produce a satisfactory plan for giving the desired “continuous” effect to the cornice. If the room has walls panelled with wood a carved wooden cornice of a design in keeping with the panelling has an excellent effect, and a room so arranged will look much loftier than one of the same height with a white cornice matching the ceiling.