THE DEPARTMENT OF HOME AFFAIRS.

Southland Times, Issue 19720, 28 November 1925, Page 20

THE DEPARTMENT OF HOME AFFAIRS.

SOCIAL ROUND

IX TOWN AND COUNTRY. (By “Drindella.”) All communications to this column must be signed before they can be considered. Mrs W. Ewart is visiting Queenstown. Mrs G. Cruickshank returned from Duned.n on Monday. Mrs Fleming, Dunedin, is the guest of Mrs W. Handyside, Gala street. Miss C. Johnstone of Tauranga is the guest of Mrs A. L. Wyllie, Esk Street. Mr and Mrs Newson, of Wellington, are staying at the Club Hotel.

Mr and Mrs Cowans, of North Can.erbury, are at present staying at the Club.

Mrs W. J. Barclay and Miss Guthrie are also at Queenstown. Miss Nora Royds returned last week from an extended holiday in Christchurch. Mrs J. L. McG. Watson, Forth Street, is at present visiting the Dunedin Exhibition.

Last Tuesday Mrs Stanley Brown entertained a number of friends at her home in Don Street, to an evening of music. Mrs Summers and her daughter, of Invercargill, have gone for an extended holiday in the Wairarapa. Miss Margaret Gilkison and Miss Jenny Thomson are at present in Dunedin visiting the Exhibition.

Mr and Mrs Abbey Jones and Miss FynesClinton returned from Dunedin on Saturday. Mrs J. McDonald of Cainard Station, Fairlight, left for Dunedin last week and was present at the opening of the Exhibition. She returned home on Saturday. Mrs Walter Brown, of Sumner, Christchurch, who has been staying with her sister-in-law, Mrs 0. Rice, Lewis street, returned home last Monday. Mr and Mrs T. W. Vickery returned during the week from an extended holiday in Australia. They stayed two nights at the Club before returning to their residence in Earnslaw street.

People at present on the Milford Track are: Dr. and Mrs Levis (Sydney), Miss Carver (London), Mr Brown (Remuera, Auckland), Mr Harris (Timaru), Mr and Mrs Allen (Invercargill). The engagement of Miss Frances Elizabeth Green, sixth daughter of Mr and Mrs F. Green, 188 Liddel street, to Mr Peter Welsh, younger son of Mr and Mrs John Welsh, 44 Clifton street, is announced. Members of the St. John’s Nursing Division are reminded of the meeting to be held on Tuesday evening, December 1, at the Brigade Rooms, Esk Street. All ladies interested are cordially invited to attend, as this will be the last meeting o£ the year. Miss N. B. Waterman, of Oxford, Canterbury, arrived in Invercargill on Wednesday on a visit to her sister, Mrs A. Dewe, Earn street. Miss Waterman spent some time in Dunedin and visited the Exhibition, of which she cannot speak too highly. Recent guests at the White Star Hotel, Queenstown, include:—Dr and Mrs Levis, Miss Dorothy C. Watkins, Mrs A. Craig Davidson, Miss A. N. Davidson and Mr A. G. Seeley, (all of Sydney); Mr and Mrs McCreath (Gore) ; Mrs S. Gudsell (Ashburton) ; Mrs R. H. Rhodes, and Mr Hill (Timaru) ; Mr A. B. Martin, (Martinborough) ; Mr Stubberfield, (Wellington) ; Messrs S. A. Kew, J. Greenfield, R. Watson, and H. Don, (Dunedin) ; the Misses C. M. Tait and V. B. Worsdell (Christchurch); Mr and Mrs T. H. Dardington, Mr T. J. Paddington, Mr and Mrs L. Bray of (Onehunga). Mrs R. J. Gilmour gave a 0 bridge party at the Women’s Club on Thursday evening, the newly-arranged lounge making an ideal room for entertaining. Those present were: Mesdames W. Handyside, J. Bush, Pottinger, F. D. Morrah, D. Cuthbertson, Fleming (Dunedin), P. L. Porter, J. L. McG. Watson, B. Hewat, C. B. Snow, H. Macalister, G. Macdonald, H. O. Haggitt, J. McLeod, P. Thomson, F. A. Barclay, F. W. Hall-Jones, L. Webb, A. Gilkison, C. Jones, C. B. Tapley, G. I. Moffett, J. Macdonald, A. le H. Hoyles, J. G. Macdonald, J. T. Prain, I. Carr, A. H. Mackrell, the Misses FynesClinton, Bedford, Brodrick, McCaw and Pilcher.

The December number of the Australian “Life” is to hand. Its comprehensive section—“ The History of the Month” contains accounts of the Australian welcome to their new Governor-General and h ; s wife, Lord and Lady Stonehaven; of the Prince of Wales’ return home; science and theology extensive politics; spiritists; and other subjects of present-day interest. The scope seems to me particularly wide, and each subject is discussed lucidly and disinterest-, edly. Professor Ossendowski’s article describing his three meetings with the infamous Rasputin casts some interesting light on this already much discussed character. A rather startling article by the New York writer, William E. Shea, casts serious doubts on Admiral Peary’s Polar expedition, which he is inclined to think never reached the Pole. Besides the usual features, the magazine is richly supplied with special stories and articles by men prominent in the world of art.

The Invercargill Swimming Club’s dance held at the Y.M.C.A. Hall on Wednesday evening was well attended, over 100 couples taking the floor. The hall was artistically decorated in navy and red, the club’s colours, and the use of gold and silver balloons lent a pleasing and effective contrast. The floor .had been especially worked-up for the occasion and dancers expressed themselves favourably regarding it. As supper was served upstairs there was no break in the programme, and the dancers held the floor from 8 p.m. to 1.30 a.m. without any appreciable loss of members. The music was supplied by Clark’s melody orchestra. Extras were played by Mr O. Wilson (Invercargill), Sister Stewart (Southland Hospital) and Miss A. M. Balch (Winton). Mr S. T. August acted as M.C. The social was a genuine success, and thanks are due to the chaperones, Mesdames Duncan, Landsay, Matthews and Meadows, club-captain, Miss M. Barrie, and deputy-captain Mrs J. Reidy, and committee members, Misses Chapman, McGregor, and Winsloe, for their share in the organisation. For the benefit of non-dancers progressive euchre was played in the lecture hall had about 15 tables sharing in the tournament. Gentlemen’s Ist prize Mr Coates, ladies’ Mrs {Smith, 2nd Mrs Parry; Booby Mr Jenkins and Mrs Johnstone. The Club funds should be considerably augmented by Wednesday evening’s social, and dance, and Mr S. G. August, to whose untiring work as secretary, its success was largely due, deserves the hearty appreciation of the Chit.

Miss Bessie Macpherson is at present spending, a few days in Otautau. Miss Macandrew, of Macandrew’s Bay, Dunedin, is the guest of Mrs A. B. Haggitt, Northend. Mrs Denniston Cuthbertson was hostess at a small bridge party on Wednesday evening. Mrs Menlove of Castlehill Station, Athol left for Dunedin last week in order to visit the Exhibition. Mr and Mrs Duncan Macpherson of Elies Road left by motor yesterday for the Dunedin Exhibition. Mrs W. T. Hazlett and Miss Kitty Hazlett returned by motor from Christchurch on Tuesday night. Mr and Mrs A. McAlister of Lumsden, and their little daughter, are at present visiting the Dunedin Exhibition. Mr and Mrs Frank Berndston of Christchurch are the guests of Mrs Berndston’s sister, Mrs Eustace Russell, Herbert Street. Mrs and Miss John McCrostie, of Rodney street, left this week for a holiday in Queenstown. Mannequins who show off frocks in the smart West End shops are usually paid a fee for each parade, as much as £8 or £lO being given to a particularly successful girl. The engagement is announced of Thelma only daughter of Mr and Mrs Alfred Crosby, ’Wellington to Richard Nathan, son v of Mr and Mrs Chatterton, Gore.

Miss Ruth Brookesmith is at present down from Auckland on a vacation of three months, and is staying with her parents in Dalrymple Road. Little Peggy Olliver entertained a number of her little friends at tea on Monday at her home in Hollywood Terrace, in honour of her birthday. On Wednesday evening Miss Phyllis Drewe entertained a few friends at bridge, the prize-winners being Miss Lyndall Scandrett and Mr Horace Smith.

Mr and Mrs J. Houston, of Wellington, have been visiting Invercargill,, and have gone on to the Dunedin Exhibition. While in the south, Mr Houston visited the Milford Track.

The engagement is announced of Ruby E. Perry, only daughter of Mr and Mrs W. Perry of Spey Street, to James M. Harris S.P.O of H.M.S. Dunedin, third son of Mr and Mrs D. Harris of Mary Street.

Mrs O. W. H. Strettell and Miss Nancy Strettell leave by this morning’s express for a few days at the Exhibition. While in Dunedin they will be the guests of Mrs Strettell’s daughter, Mrs J. Macdonald, Anderson’s Bay. Contrary to surmise Eleanora Duse, the world-famous actress, left only £BOOO when she died. This was bequeathed to her only daughter, Mrs Bqllough, who is the wife of a Cambridge don. The beautiful home in Asola, however, went to a life-long friend, Miss Katherine Onslow, who was with the actress when she died in far-away America. Last Monday afternoon twenty-six ladies, members of the Gardening Circle of the Women’s Club, visited the beautiful gardens at- “Lennel,” North Invercargill the picturesque home of the Misses Thompson, who are still abroad. A picnic afternoon tea was dispensed in the grounds and a thoroughly enjoyable afternoon was spent in the glorious sunshine. Miss B. Favell, of Dunedin, who has studying at the Royal Academy of Music for the past year, has gained her certificate for teaching. She intends to leave for Australia and New Zealand by the Barrabool. The sailing date has (subject to strike delays) been given as November 26th. Prior to her departure from England Miss Favell was to spend some weeks on the Continent visiting chiefly centres of musical interest, such as Paris, Milan, and Vienna. She has had a very useful and instructive time in the Mother Country, and is confident of taking back back with her much valuable knowledge.

In an interview on her return from America, Miss Rennie, instructress of domestic science at the Welling Technical College, said: “There is no question of the fact that women hold a high status in America. They are considered and recognised in every sphere of life, and what they say counts. And another thing! It is considered no longer that three-score years and ten is the ordinary span of life. Instead, the Americans are looking upon 100’years as the allotted span, and it is wonderful how full of vim and intellectual strength they are at seventy or more years. Mrs Garlin Spencer, a noted writer and lecturer, is over 70 years, and still lectures at Toronto University, and Miss Barrow, who is on the staff of the Food Department at Columbia University, is also over 70 and still lectures.” Another point that impressed Miss Rennie was the interest which women in America took in the life outside their homes. “For one thing,” she said, “they can do this because they are not household drudges. Their homes are fitted with such wonderful mechanical labour-saving appliances that housework is reduced to a minimum. In that way they have the time to give to outside matters.”

In the West Riding of Yorkshire, about three miles from Tadcaster, is situated the tiny village of Healaugh. With its neat, garden-fronted cottages and ivy-covered church, Healaugh is typical of any English village, writes Evelyn Porter in the Landmark. Here it was, more than two centuries past, in one of those thatched cottages, that the original Darby and Joan of almost legendary fame actually lived. Healaugh will ever be famous as the home of this model couple. The Darbys were quite well-known people round Tadcaster in those days, and the name can be seen on several of the tombstones in Healaugh churchyard. Most of the family were, well-to-do farmers or blacksmiths. The cottage where Darby and Joan lived out their long idyll, and until fairly recently occupied by their descendants, also no longer stands. Of the lives of i this humble people, little or nothing is 1 known beyond the fact that they loved [each other and were phenomenally happy, jit is probable that no violent tragedy or delirious joy came to disturb the even tenor of their days. From youth to manhood, and manhood to old age, life flowed calmly, sweetly, surely. Perfect peace and contentment were theirs, and in “the white flower of a blameless life” they found happiness. How thoroughly the Plunket Society is established in Wellington was well shown at the Christmas party which was held by the society in the Town Hall on Saturday afternoon, says a Wellington exchange. Long before the hour fixed for the party there was a constant stream of children with their mothers, and sometimes with their fathers as well ,making their way to the Town Hall, and when it finally began the big chamber was filled, upstairs and downstairs. The stage had been specially arranged to represent a house-top with three chimneys, and it had also been extended so that everybody would be able. to. see what was taking place. Black curtains festooned with

pink roses made an admirable setting for the scenes, and pink roses also bordered and festooned the front of the stage. The procession of decorated vehicles, in which sat the “Plunket flowers,” was the opening event, and some of these had been most effectively carried out. Following the pageant came a sale of replicas of the living dolls that had appeared upon the stage. A novelty that specially appealed to boys was the Pirate Ship, from which toys and treasures were sold. Sir Truby King and Lady King were among those who were present at the party, and Lady King was presented with a bouquet. An interesting description of a scene in Carlaw Park is given in the New Zealand Herald, when real approval is given to the sports training of about two hundred girls —quite a different aspect to that usually given when athletics for girls are in question —and the writer is most ungrudging in kindly comment. It is described as “one of the most picturesque and interesting sights seen in Auckland for may a day—two hundred girls in training for the great inter-house sports rally held last Saturday. The first gathering of the kind was held last year with conspicuous success, and the second was even more successful.” The idea was originated of forming a sports’ association of business girls, and thirteen business houses have joined the ranks, as well as odd members from others. About three hundred girls and young women took part on Saturday, and they had been practising and drilling with great energy and success Some of the girls have had opportunity of practising team games on the roofs or in the basements of some of the big places, and the result, according to the writer, is “bright cheeks, clear eyes, and a general air of fitness.” Mass drill and marching have been carried on twice a week either at the Domain or Drill Hall, under the supervision of Sergeant-Major Laffey “who” continues the writer, “put Miss Auckland through her paces so admirably at the opening rally at Carlaw Park last year. On that occasion she made a remarkably good impression, and there is no doubt that this success will be repeated. So, with zeal and enthusiasm, Miss Auckland snatched a bun or an appple after her day’s work in shop or workroom, and hastened away to Carlaw, where the gold of sunset lay on the young oaks in the domain, and the birds sang their good-night songs from the depths of the thicket beyond.” The account is so inspiring that it is to be hoped that other cities besides Auckland will make an effort to get the business girls together in a sports body, to their own benefit and that of the people generally, for health in the young citizens is a most valuable asset. WEDDINGS. HOWIE—ANDERSON. A pretty wedding took place on Monday at St. Paul’s Presbyterian Church under happy auspices. The sun, obscured for several days by dismal rain, shone out as if to give an especial blessing to the occasion, and, in addition, the Rev. H. G. Gilbert, formerly of St. Paul’s, was present to conduct the ceremony. The bride was Miss Evelina Anderson, daughter of Mr and Mrs James Anderson, of Thames street, Invercargill, and the bridegroom Mr Jefferies Howie, Bank of New South Wales, Blenheim, formerly of Waikiwi, Invercargill. The bride, entering the church on the arm of her father, looked beautiful in a frock of chenille embossed georgette and a graceful veil daintily arranged with two bands of orange blossom. Miss Gladys Anderson, as bridesmaid, wore a charming frock of buttercup crepe de , chene, in Victorian style, and black satin poke hat. The bridegroom was attended by Mr Hallam Howie, of Wellington. During the retirement of the bridal party to the ; vestry, Mr Ramsay Howie contributed a ■ violin solo, Bach’s “Air for the G String,” with organ accompaniment by Mr R. N. Lightbody. ( Mrs Anderson, attired in a handsome , gown of black satin Oriental, received the guests at the Orphans’ Club Hall, Earnslaw street, where the wedding breakfast was set. . Notable among the guests was the grandmother of the bridegroom, Mrs Thomas Todd of “Belgravia,” who, at the age of 94 was still able to fully enjoy the happy occasion. The bridal couple, amid the congratulations of their friends, left on a motor tour, the bride attired in an ensemble suit of burnt oak marocain with hat to match. REES—BROWN A very popular wedding was solemnised on Wednesday by Rev. Father Marlow at the residence of the bride’s mother, Bath street, Riverton, when Elsie, second youngest daughter of Mrs R. Brown was married to Harold, only son of Mrs Rees, Wellington. The wedding took place on the verandah which was gaily decorated with the bride’s colours of pink and white. The bride who looked charming in a frock of white georgette veiled with silver lace with beautiful hand embroidered veil and bouquet of pink and white roses, appeared on the arm of her brother-in-law, Mr W. Hannan, to the strains of the wedding march played by. Miss Rose Craig, of Gore. Her sister Doris, as bridesmaid, was daintily attired in a frock of robins egg blue charmeuse with apron of georgette and silver lace, and bouquet of roses and sweet peas. The office of best man was carried out by Mr W. Marnane. After the ceremony the guests adjourned to the dining room where a sumptous breakfast was partaken of, and the various (toasts honoured and numerous telegrams were read. The guests were received by Mrs Brown, who was wearing a gown of black merve silk with lace trimmings. Mrs Rees, mother of the bridegroom, was attired in a frock of brown crepe de chene with hat to match. The happy pair were the recipients of many useful and costly presents and cheques. They left for the North Island where the honeymoon will be spent, before settling in their home in Wanganui. The bridegroom’s present to the bride was a handsome fox , choker And suitcase, and the bridesmaid’s present was a string of pearls. The wish of the bride was that her bouquet be placed on her father’s grave and the bridesmaid’s was placed on the monu- . ment. VIAL—JENKINS. A very pretty wedding was celebrated on Monday, November 9, at St. John’s Church, . Tay street, when Frances Lilian, eldest daughter of Mr and Mrs John Jenkins, Teviot street, was married to Harold James, t youngest son of Mr and Mrs S. Vial, Owaka, the Rev. Lush officiating. The bride was given away by her father; Miss Ida Jenkins : attended her sister as bridesmaid. The bridegroom was supported by Mr Charles Lockhart, who ably carried out the duties : of best man. The bride was charmingly ' attired in a frock of white crepe-de-chine, yoke effect with tiny bows, and caught at . the sides with paqpls of pleated georgette ■ trimmed with silver leaves. The veil was attached to a coronet of silver lace, and ’ orange blossom. She carried a shower bouquet of arum lilies and white lilac, which put the finishing touch to a very dainty toilette. The bridesmaid was attired in a ' frock of shell pink brocaded crepe-de-chine, i also made yoke effect with panels of pleated I georgette, caught at the sides with hand- • made French flowers. She wore a daintily ' arranged veil of pink tulle, and carried a ' bouquet of pale pink heliotrope flowers. I After the ceremony a reception was held > at the residence of the bride’s parents, where the usual toasts were honoured. The ' happy couple left by train for Queenstown, the bride travelling in a smart navy blue costume, with a small saxe blue and grey ’ hat. The couple were the recipients of ' numerous presents and congratulatory J telegrams. ’ NUTTALL—PHILLIPS. r A very pretty wedding took place in the j Tuatapere Presbyterian Church last Wedi nesday, the contracting parties being Mavis ; Eleanor, eldest daughter of Mr and Mrs , J. M. Phillips, Tuatapere, and Norman, ) youngest son of Mr and Mrs J. Nuttall, , Longwood, Southland. At 11 a.nr, the bride t entered tho church on the arm of her father, b looking verTinec in a frock of figured art i silk, with which was worn the usual, veil.

and a boquet of orange blossom and arum lilies. The bridesmaid, Miss Irene Nuttall, as sister of the bridegroom, wore a frock of turquoise blue georgette, with white hat and also carried a boquet. The bride’s mother wore a tunic frock of navy blue taffetta de luxe, with Oriental trimmings, she also wore a grey hat, and a spray of orange blossom, with an ostrich feather marabout to match, and white gloves. The mother of the bridegroom was attired in a navy blue costume, with a black silk hat with red trimmings, and a black fur to match. Mr Walter Hodges acted as best man. Rev. S. Waddell conducted the ceremony, while Miss J. Jenkins officiated at the organ, and played the Wedding March as the bridal party left the church. The guests were then entertained at the home of the bride’s parents, where the wedding breakfact was held, and the usual toasts duly honoured. The bridegroom’s gift to the bride was a brown suede handbag, and the bridegroom received a silver-mounted walking stick from the bride. The happy couple left by motor for Invercargill, the bride travelling in a tunic frock of cinamon brown, with hat, gloves and stockings to match. The honeymoon will be spent first at the Exhibition and then at Christchurch. Their future home will be at Longwood. TROW—POLLARD. At the Anglican Church, Riverton, on Wednesday, a pretty wedding was celebrated when Miss Sylvia, third daugher of Mr arid Mrs C. Trow, South Riverton, was united in the holy bonds of matrimony to Mr Stanley Pollard, of Wakapatu. The bride entered the church on her father’s arm, wearing ivory crepe-dq-chene, trimmed with pink satin ribbon, with orange blossoms. She also wore the usual veil, and carried a lovely bouquet with white satin streamers. She was attended by her sister, Molena, who looked charming in a champagne knitted silk frock, trimmed with rose buds. She also wore a black hat with touches of champagne,- and carried a lovely bouquet, with satin streamers. Mr Jack Shaw, Gladstone, Invercargill, acted as best man, and carried out his duties in a most able manner. The bridegroom’s gift to the bride wps a handsome travelling case. The bride’s gift to the bridegroom was a silver shaving outfit. The bridegroom’s gift to the bridesmaid was a camera, and to the best man a set of military brushes. The bride’s mother was attired in a becoming nigger brown velvet costume, with black hat and osprey. Mrs Pollard (the bridegroom’s mother) wore a navy blue costume with hat to match. After the ceremony, which was was performed by the Rev. C. P. Webb, the guests and the happy couple motored to Invercargill to the residence of the bride’s aunt (Mrs Harris) where a most enjoyable time was spent. The bride and bridegroom

left by the early express for the north amidst showers of confetti and good wishes. The bride’s travelling dress was a nigger brown costume with hat to match. The presents were both numerous and costly, showing the esteem in which the young couple were held by their numerous friends in the district. ALLEN—BALCH. Simply but effectively decorated with white lupins and white broom, the Winton Presbyterian Church was the scene of a picturesque wedding on Tuesday morning, when Ruby, third daughter of Mr and Mrs R. C. Balch, was married to Arthur Ford Allen, son of Mr and the late Mrs P. Allen, of Invercargill. The service was fully choral, the choir and organist, Miss Gilmour, being in attendance. The bride, who was given away by her father, was handsomely gowned in white orocaded crepe-de-chene with long georgette .sleeves, beaded cascades on the skirt, and a cluster of orange blossoms on the left shoulder from which floated silver ribbon streamers. A handsome hand embroidered veil fell from a circlet of orange blossoms and silver ribbon. She wore white stockings and silver shoes and held a posy of arum lilies, while roses and pale pink sweet peas. Miss Minnie Balch, bridesmaid, was robed in white brocaded morocain, a white net veil hung from a silver coronet, and she wore white stockings and shoes. A posy of arum lilies, white roses and sweet peas completed a charming toilette. Two dainty little flower girls, Phoebe and Ruby Balch, nieces of the bride, were attired in lavender and apple green organdie frilled frocks, golden bandeaux encircled their heads, and they carried baskets of sweet peas and asparagus. Mr W. Officer, Aparima, supported the bridegroom. The reception was held at the Central Tea Rooms where Mrs Balch received her guests wearing a braided nigger brown morocain costume and a small cinnamon hat. The officiating clergyman, the Rev. W. H. Norton, presided and the usual toasts were honoured. The bridegroom’s gift to the bride was a beautiful grey kid handbag, to the bridesmaid an ivoroid toilet set, and to each of the flower girls a silver armlet. The bride gave the bridegroom a walking stick and the best man a silver cigarette case and holder. Many costly and handsome presents' were received by the happy couple, who left by motor for the north followed by the good wishes of a large circle of friends. For travelling the bride was dressed in a navy rep. cloth ensemble suit relieved with French grey trimmings, a red scarf, and a chic red hat. The guests included:—Mr and Mrs S. Mitchell. Mr and Mrs B. Cross (Invercargill), Mr and Mrs Allen (Makarewa), Mr and Mrs A. Paterson (Mossburn), Mr and Mrs Moss (Feldwick), Mr and Mrs R. M. Gilmour, Mr and Mrs J. T. Hamilton; Mesdames Davis (Eastern Bush), F. Shirley (Dunedin), Norton and F. Egerton; Misses D Allen, N. Ronan, A. Robertson (Invercargill), E. Stewart (Ermedalel, Gilmour, M. Watson, E. Wilson, Archer, P. Fletcher, M. and L. Egerton; Messrs Davis (Eastern Bush) and Allen (2, Invercargill). WINTON NOTES. (From our Correspondent.) Mrs Tait (Invercargill) stayed with her daughter, Mrs E. R. Davis during race week. Mr and Mrs James McNeill (Morton Mains) have been on a visit to their daugh ter, Mrs C. McKenzie. Mr and Mrs R. Torrance (Christchurch) and Mrs R. A. Anderson (Invercargill) were the guests of Mrs H. Anderson “Brookdale’’ Hokonui, during the week. Mr and Mrs Albert Wilson (Dunedin) and their small son are the guests of Mrs R. Wilson. Mrs A. W. Walker (Bluff) is on a visit to Mrs J.. A. Wilson Mesdames Kissell and Wilkes (Invercargill) were the guests of Mrs J. T. Butler for the Show. Miss Golden (Fortrose) is staying with Mrs J. Watson. The Rev. R. and Mrs Morgan (Paeroaj have been renewing cld acquaiuta.iceships and while here were the guests of Mrs J Keith, Boggyburn. Mr Henry Cowie (Scotland) is visiting relatives in the district. Mrs F. Shirley and her two children (Dunedin) are the guests of Mrs R. C. Balch. Miss Jervis (Invercargill) and Mrs J. Thomson (Otautau) have been staying with Mrs R. Me Dow all. Mr H. L. Stone acts as postrii aster during Mr Davis’s absence on annual holidays. Mr and Mrs Davis left for Dunedin this morning. Mrs. H. McGilvray (Warepa), Messrs T. Logan (Otama), N. Moore (Tapanui), T. R. Eades (Edendale), and R. M. Paterson (Arrowtown) acted as judges of various classes at the A. and P. Association ( ’s annual show. Miss Gracie Wilson has received advice that she has passed the Senior Free Place Examination. The engagement is announced of Catherine, second daughter of Mr and the late Mrs Angus McNeil, Lochiel, to William, eldest son of Mr and Mrs V. Macdonald. Lochiel. On Tuesday afternoon, at her beautiful home, Lady Barkly, Mrs A. Gerrard, entertained a few friends in honour of the Rev. and Mrs Morgan, of Paeroa, North Island, and formerly of Centre Bush. The hostess received her guests in a pale golden brown crepe-de-chene model gown. A most enjoyable afternoon was spent, musical and elocutionary’ items being contributed by some of those present; after which the guests adjourned to the dining room where a most delicious afternoon tea was partaken of. Those present besides the guests of honour included: —Rev. and Mrs Norton, Mrs J. Henderson, Mrs J. Keith, Mrs Grant, Mrs Hammond, Mrs F. Cowie, Mrs J. Stewart, Mrs W. Keith, Mrs Rouse, Mrs W. J. Cowie, the Misses Grant, McKenzie, McGregor, Henderson, Bitchener (Waimate), Swale, McDonald, M. B. Cowie, and Mr Henry Cowie (Scotland). Winton A. grade plays Bluff on the local tennis courts to-day. The home team comprises:—Miss Watson, Mesdames W- D. Cowie, R. M. Martin, C. M. Lindsay, Messrs G. Lindsay, H. P. Cowie, Barham and Henderson. A bronze fern bowl was the complimentary' souvenir handed to Miss R. Balch on the eve of her marriage by the teachers and scholars of the Winton Presbyterian Sunday , school. Both the superintendent, Mrs J. P. McWilliam (who made the presentation) and Mr T. Walker referred in appreciative j terms to Miss Balch’s long and faithful services as a teacher and wished her much happiness in her new home in Invercargill. Suitable response was made by the recipient.

The bride elect, who wss for three years secretary’ to the Presbyterian Girls’ Guild, was entertained at the residence of the president, Mrs. S. Smith, on Friday. The time passed all too quickly in music and competitions won by Misses M. Balch and M. Watson. After a delightful afternoon tea Mrs Smith voiced the good wishes of the members and asked her acceptance of a fruit bowl. Miss Balch replied thanking the donors for the gift. Items in the programme at the carnival on Friday evening called forth great applause. Songs were given by Mr G. Lindsay (accompanied by his little daughter, Isabel) and the Convent boys and girls; recitations by Miss Annie Murphy and Masters R. Scully and J. Connolly; dances by Miss Ethel McDermott and Master R. Heller. The Rev. Father Hunt and the Carnival Committee are deeply grateful to the people of the district for their genrous support and to the performers and all others who contributed to the success of the carnival. Further competition results are:—Mirror fire screen, Mr H. P. Cowie; silver entree dish, Mrs M. T. Jones; box of tea, Mrs P. Joyce; gold armlet, Mr P. Murphy; 3-piece crepe set, Mr Joseph Deegan ; £5 note, J. H. Sarginson; half sovereign, Miss Chrissie McKay; golden butterfly, Mr Murtagh; painted fire screen, Miss Maggie Kilkelly; marquetry fruit bowl, M. Adair; pair water colour paintings, May Knowler (Te Wae Wae) ; pair water colour paintings, A. C. Mills (Otautau); pair water colour paintings, Des-

i mond Crosbie; pair panel pictures, J. • Burke; fugi silk trousseau, C. Creedon j (Christchurch); mysterious parcel, Mr John ■ McCarthy; embroidered cambric nightgown, Mrs J. Kilkelly; pair vases, Mr W. J. Arthur; I pair D.B. sheets, Mrs Banks; travelling rug, IMr J. O’Donnell; pair pictures (parrots), ; Mrs Butler; pair ernaments, Rev. Father Hunt; lamp shade, Miss M. Deegan; hand I mirror, Mrs Crawford; long box chocolates, I Mra F. Brumby; pair pictures (cricketers), . Mr T. Gullick; box chocolates, M. E. Wilson; I water colour painting, Miss M. Deegan; i table centre, Mr W. F. Egerton; picture (Holy Flower), Mrs Banks; wedding cake.. Mrs Murtagh; pair hunting pictures, F. Grimwood; watch, B. Munro; raffia bag, Mrs Murtagh; doll, Mrs P. McGrath; fairy doll, Flora Mcßae; eiderdown quilt, Mrs A. E. Ward (South Hillend) ; tin biscuits, Mr T. Gullick. After the ordination and induction service on Tuesday evening, large number of parishioners from all parts of the district gathered in the Oreti Hall to welcome the Rev. J. S. and Mrs Pate to the community. The Revs. Fordyce (Riverton), Rosa (Browns), Bickerstaff (Otautau), J. H. Robertson (Woodlands), W. H. Norton (Centre Bush), F. Evans (Limestone Plains), M. A. Gow (Waianawa), J. A. Riley (Oteramika) extended fraternal greetings and good wishes. Ensign Shearer apologised for the absence of the Drummond Salvation Army officers, and conveyed the goodwill of the corps. Messrs W. Watson, representing the congregation and session, J. Findlay, the Oreti Sunday School, and F. Sutton, the Drummond Bible Class and Sunday School, also spoke a few words of welcome to the Rev. J. S. Pate and Mrs Pate, and Mrs Pate senr. On behalf of the Heddon Bush ladies, Miss Watson presented the ordination cushion to Mr and Mrs Pate and in doing so expressed the hope that their sojourn in the district would be very happy indeed. In handing over the reins of government to the newjy inducted minister, the Rev. W. French prayed that his labours in the Master’s vineyard would be richly blessed. Mr. Pate said he felt highly honoured in being appointed the first minister of the Oreti charge. He thanked the Heddon Bush ladies for their gift, the speakers for their kind sentiments, and the people for their enthusiastic welcome. As a token of appreciation of his services as interim moderator, Mr W. Watson presented the Rev. W. French with a “parting shot” of a substantial cheque. Mr French made suitable response. The addresses were attractively interspersed w’ith vocal items from the Oreti Sunday School children (under Miss M. Woods), the Drummond Junior Girls (under Miss Allison), a combinde choir (under Mr J. Findlay), Mrs D. Lilico, Messrs Tait (Mataura), S. M. AUott and F. Tilley, mandoline solo, Mr Galloway (Invercargill), and a ’cello solo, Mr Allott. The accompanists were Mrs Allott, Misses Allison, Cowie and Gilmour. An excellent supper was afterwards dispensed by the ladies.

Further results in the Carnival Competitions were:— Christmas Cake, No. 54 Dan Crawford; Pair Pictures (Cricketers), No. 1 Dan Crawford; Marquetry Rose Bowl, No. 204 Mrs Matheson; Poker Work Fire Screen, No. 114 M. Rabbitt; Black Painted Cushion, No. 74 Mrs Matheson; Pair Water Colour Pictures, No. 9 Mrs M. Dysaski; Painted Oval Mirror, No. 187 Mrs A. Marr (Sutton) ; Water Colour Painting, No. 67 F. O’Donnell; Pillow Shams, No. 49, D. McTavish (Drummond) ; and Silver Afternoon Tea Spoons, No. 76 J. Wilkins. Mrs Tait (Gladstone) stayed with her daughter, Mrs E. R. Davis, during race week.

Mr and Mrs James McNeill (Morton Mains) have been on a visit to their daughter, Mrs C. McKenzie. Perfect weather favoured the annual meeting of the Winton Jockey Club held this week. The gathering was a larger one than usual and included representatives from all parts of the district. The course is set amidst beautiful surroundings, the bush and snow capped mountains forming a picturesque background. In keeping with the skies the ladies chose raiment of the brightest hues and with their smart Japanese sun-shades, created a blaze of colour on the lawn and grandstand. Members of the Winton Jockey Club met in Jamieson’s tearooms on Wednesday to do honour to Mr W. F. James, totalisator contractor for the past 25 years. The President, Mr W. D. Cowie, presided and gave the loyal toast of “The King.” In proposing the health of their guest, Mr W. Swale referred to his long term of office. His services had always been highly satisfactory and he and his staff held the confidence of the public of Otago and Southland. As a token of the appreciation of the dub he asked Mr James to accept an enlarged and beautifully framed photograph containing insets of the photos of the presidents since 1900, photos of the handsome silver cup (donated by Mr James), the winner of the cup (Happy Day), and the view of the presentation of the cup. He also paid tribute to the excellence of the work of the photographer, Mr E. A. Phillips. Dr Gow, Messrs W. Norman, T. Hamilton, J. O’Shannessey, W. D. Cowie supported the previous speaker’s remarks. Responding Mr James thanked the Club for its generosity and kindness. He valued the gift and would always treasure it. He hoped the Club would be as prosperous in the future as it had been in the past. Other toasts honoured were: —Racing and Kindred Sports, by Mr P. de la Perrelle, responded to by Dr. Gow and Mr J. O’Shannessey; Totalisator Staff by Mr T. Hamilton, responded to by Mr G. Williamson; The Photographer by Mr F. Moore, responded to by Mr Phillips; The President and Secretary by Mr Swale and responded to by Messrs W. D. Cowie and H. A. Pierce. During the evening songs were contributed by Messrs. H. Bedford, Duff and Grant. Mr G. E. H. Davis is on annual leave. Mr H. L. Stone acts as postmaster during his absence. Miss I Hutton (Bluff) was the guest of her cousin, Mrs Heal last week. RIVERTON GOSSIP. (From our Correspondent.) Miss Jessie Wright is at present on a visit to friends in Queenstown. Miss Younger, South Riverton, has been spending a short holiday in Waianiwa. Prior to his marriage, Mr Norman Nuttall, who has been an active member of the local band, and is well-known in musical circles, was met by members of the band on Tuesday evening and presented with a handsome set of carvers. Mr Hannan (bandmaster), in making the presentation, referred to the good services rendered the band by the recipient, and hoped Mr Hannan and the future Mrs Hannan every success for the future. Mr Nuttall suitably responded, thanking the members for their handsome present. Although he was joining the ranks of the benedicts, he still hoped to have time to continue a bandsman.— (Applause.) Mrs Garrett, of Invercargill, has been the guest of Mr and Mrs L. W. Petchell, | South Riverton. Mr and Mrs J. Wilkins, Dunedin, are on a visit to friends. Mr Bert Johnstone, of the local Postal Department, has returned from Gore, where he has been on holiday. Mrs Cummings, of Launceston, Tasmania, who is a native of Riverton, and who is a sister to Mrs William Stirling, has been looking up old friends during the week. It is some time since she left here, and naturally misses the faces of many of her old friends and acquaintances. Staying at the Railway Hotel—Mr and Mrs Mclntyre, Invercargill; 'Mr Reaa, Wanganui; Mrs Rees, Wellington; Mr Dickson, Wellington; Mr Hannah, Christchurch; Mr Wildon, Wellington; Mr Simpson, Christchurch ; Mr Butcher, Wellington ; Mr McLean, Ohai; Mr Beer, Mossburn. Miss Winscombe, of Sydney, was a visitor to The Rocks during the week. Mrs Ritchie, of Dunedin, has been down for the Rees—Brown wedding. Miss Minnie Boivin, of Invercargill, is staying with her grandmother, Mrs John Boniface. Miss Dulcie McNeil, of Invercargill, is staying with Mr and Mrs S. L. McNeil, South Riverton. Miss L. Robinson, Otago Central, is on a holiday to the seaside.

Mr and Mrs Forrester, of Invercargill, are spending a holiday at The Rocks. Mrs Gow, of Winton, is visiting friends at the seaside. Mr M. K. McDonald, who has been on an extended holiday throughout Scotland, has returned to Southland, and was looking up friends in Riverton during the week. Miss Grey, Wellington, is spending a holiday in the south. Mr and Mrs D. Jones, of Taranaki, are visiting her parents—Mr and Mrs George Merrie, South Riverton. Miss Doris Brown, of Gore, is staying with her mother, and is down for her sister’s wedding. Mrs Tommis, of Invercargill, has been visiting her sister, Mrs Charles Trow, South Riverton. Mrs and Miss McLeod, of Auckland, who have been doing the Exhibition, spent a day at the seaside during the week. The visitors intend another visit before making the home journey. At the Great Western—Mr K. Melville, Dunedin; Mr Fullerton, Christchurch; Mr Fahey, Dunedin; Mr Mcßride, Nightcaps; Mr T. Roughan, Dunedin; Mr Dyer, Sydney ; Mr D. Gain, Dunedin; Mr Churchill, Dunedin; Mr R. Luke, Christchurch; Mr Watson, Dunedin; Mr W. Brown, Invercargill; Mr R. Bremner, Dunedin. Mrs Rees, Wellington, has been spending a few days in the south, and was present at her son’s wedding on Wednesday. Mrs Fred Church and family are spending a holiday at The Rocks. Mrs C. E. Johnstone, who underwent a slight operation, has sufficiently recovered to be able to get out and about again. The Cappy Ricks play on Saturday evening was well attended, notwithstanding the bad night. The country districts were well represented. The performance was a good one, and the promoters should be well pleased with the financial results. Despite the continued unfavourable weather for this time of the year, there are a large number of visitors at the seaside. Those who have visited the Exhibition speak highly of what is to be seen, but many complain of the high tariffs at the hotels. Several who have been here for the first time speak highly of Riverton as a watering place. Mr A. C. Mills left on Tuesday for Dunedin, and after visiting the Exhibition, will spend a holiday in Otago Central. Mr Mills, who has been in ill-health, has been granted two months’ holiday from the National Bank. Before returning to duty he intends visiting the North Island. A number of the fair sex were present at the Winton Show on Wednesday. Wednesday was a busy day locally. Two local girls changed their names, while two other young ladies well-known locally, were married in other parts of the district. The Aparima bowlers went to Nightcaps, while Otautau paid a visit to Riverton. Despite unfavourable weather, several parties went picnicking, while others enjoyed a ramble through the bush. Mr and Mrs McLean, Wanganui, are on a visit to Southland, and are looking up old friends in the province. The visitors intend staying a month in the south. Miss Thomas, West Coast, is staying with friends. Mr and Mrs G. Henderson are staying at “The Rocks.” Father Buckley, who has been on holi- | days, is expected home this week. During his absence Father Marlow, Invercargill, has filled the vacancy, and during his stay here, he has made many friends, and is an eloquent and fluent speaker. Miss Stirling, Invercargill, has been staying with friends. i Mr S. L. Beer, who has been on a visit ' to the Exhibition, returned home on WedI nesday. Mr Beer speaks highly of the great j show. Mr W. Armstrong, senr., has been confined to his room. His many friends will wish him a speedy recovery. Mrs James Hodges, Bath Road, has been visiting friends in Invercargill. Mr W. Foster and family are at present staying at “The Rocks.” Mr John Horr, of Hekia, who has now passed his 92nd birthday, was in Riverton during the week, and, for his advanced age, was looking exceedingly well. He still enjoys a chat anent the good old days. Mr Stewart McNeil, after a business and pleasure trip to Dunedin, returned home during the week. The night before her daughter’s (Elsie) wedding, the Riverton Band and many wellwishers of the bride met at Mrs Brown’s residence, where a musical evening was spent. A a suitable interval Mr. Hannan, the conductor, returned thanks to Miss Brown for the many valuable services she had given on behalf of the band. He also wished her every success and prosperity in her married state in the North Island. Mr Rees suitably replied, and after partaking of an excellent supper, the proceedings were brought to a close with the singing of Auld Lang Syne and the National Anthem.

GORE CHAT. (From our Correspondent). Mrs S. Cowan has returned from a visit to Ashburton. Miss Madge Collins has returned to Dunedin. Rev. O. Michelsen, who has spent 47 years of his life as a Presbyterian missionary in the New Hebrides, is on furlough in New Zealand at present. He is spending a few days of his furlough with his daughter, Mrs J. Hunter, Coutts Road, Gore. He purposes returning to the New Hebrides in a few weeks’ time. Mrs D. L. Poppelwell has returned from a visit to Dunedin. Mr and Mrs E. R. Bowler are on a visit to Dunedin. Mr and Mra J. Mac Gibbon (Wellington) are on a visit to the Misses Mac Gibbon, East Gore. The Rev. J. A. Asher (Napier), who has been staying with Dr. and Mrs J. M. Walters, Ashton street, is on a visit to Invercargill Mr and Mrs McWilliams, who had been spending a few days with the Misses MacGibbon, East Gore, have returned to Riverton. A wedding of local interest took place recently at the Presbyterian Church, Wairoa, Hawke’s Bay, when Miss Dorothy Single, only daughter of Mr and Mrs F. Single, was i married to Mr Charles CulleiT, formerly of ' Gore. I Miss Ida Mac Gibbon gave a delightful 1 musical evening at her home in East Gore i on Monday evening. I Mrs R. B. Bannerman gave a very enjoyj able bridge party at her beautiful new home I in Ardwick street on Friday afternoon of ! last week. A prize for the highest score i was won by Mrs F. Wallis, junr., and a i concealed number prize by Mrs C. R. Green. I A dainty afternoon tea was dispensed in the j dining-room, the table being decorated with , a silver bowl of iceland poppies. Those present were Mesdamea A. J. Hawke, H. C. Mac Gibbon, D. Harvey, D. M. Cochrane, H. F. Grant. D. B. McKenzie, A, L. Dolamore, M. Green, P. Thomson, J. A. Blaikie, Misses McHutcheson, Bowler (2), Gibbs and Collins (Dunedin), On Friday evening of last week Mr and Mrs R. B. Bannerman entertained a large number of their friends at a delightful bridge party. The hostess wore a cham-pagne-coloured frock, tunic effect and trimmed with lace insertion, Those present were Mr and Mra E. R. Bowler, Mr and Mrs 0. Sutton (Waikaia), Mr and Mrs D, 8, MacKenzie, Mr and Mrs J. M. Boyne, Mr and Mrs T. L. Piller, Mr and Mrs W. Hammond, Mr and Mra A. A. Mac Gibbon, Mrs D. B. McKenzie, Mr and Mrs C. R. Williamson, Mr and Mrs R. L. Grant, Miss McHutcheson, Mr and Mrs A, J. Hawke, Mr and Mra Roxby (Pomahaka). Mr and Mrs J. A. Edwards and Mr M. Royds. Prizes for the highest scores were won by Mrs Williamson and Mr Roxby. The members of the Anglican Young People’s Club held a very enjoyable social in the Town Hall on Monday evening to raise funds for the members of the Girls’ Bible Class who are going to camp. Dancing formed the principal features of the evening. The music for this was all that could be desired and was supplied by Wallis’ Orchestra. A waltzing competition was held and after a very even contest the competition ended in a tie between Mr J. Broome and partner and Mr G. Clifford and partner. For those who desired some milder form of

entertainment a euchre tournament was held in the supper-room. The winner of the ladies’ prize was found in Mrs Terry, while the prize supposedly for gentlemen was also annexed by a lady. A delectable supper was provided by the ladies. A very enjoyable Cinderella dance arranged by a committee of young people took place at the Cosy Tea Rooms one evening recently, when among those present were Misses A. Chatterton, Sim (3), L. Foulston, M. Gray, A. Hamilton, L. McDonald, M. Shephard, M. Mclntyre, C. McCrostie, V. Todd, Wylie (2), Turner, M. Thomson, Messrs W. Kelly, J. Sim, R. Wallis, McKenzie, Wylie (2), P. Craig, P. Shave and C. Fleming. On Thursday evening a very enjoyable bridge evening was given by Mrs H. R. Robertson in honour of Mr and Mrs L. Dewar, of Auckland. The evening was held at the residence of Mrs D. Dewar, those present being: Mr and Mrs D. Dewar, Mr and Mrs L. Dewar, Mr and Mra H. R. Robertson, Mr and Mrs T. L. Piller, Mr and Mrs J. Edwards, Mr and Mrs Williamson, Mr and Mrs T. Phillips, Mr and Mrs A. S. Fleming, Mr and Mrs J. McMurray, Mr and Mrs R. L. Grant, Mr and Mrs A. Mac Gibbon, Mr and Mrs R. W. McCreath, Mrs Matthews, Misses 1. Taylor and Blanche Gibbs. The ladies prize was won by Mrs McMurray. MATAURA NOTES. KILTIES’ BAND. FLORAL FETE AND GALA DAY. (From our Correspondent.) The Mataura Kilties’ Band has visions of annexing the championship or at least of getting into the prize list at the band contest to be held at Dunedin in February next. With the object of raising funds to pay the expenses of the band while at Dunedin a grand floral fete and gala day eventuated. The first feature of the day was a grand parade of decorated vehicles from the square to the recreation grounds. The inclemency of the weather did not in any way effect the enthusiasm and quite a number of decorated motor cars and tradesmen’s vehicles, bicycles, tricycles and other vehicles lined up for the parade. Mr P. Amos mounted on Grey Queen,’ was parade marshal. The school children had been given a half holiday and many of them were in fancy dress. They brought up the rear of the procession in weird and wonderful garb. On arrival at the recreation grounds the judging of the various sections was immediately proceeded with. The motor cars and tradesmen’s vehicles went round first. Pride of place was awarded Miss Stewart while second prize went to Mr Ashby. The winning car was most beautifully decorated, resembling an arbour bower in a garden. Mr Ashby’s car was also camouflaged very nicely with crepe paper and greenery. The decorative ingenuity of mankind was certainly seen in the many vehicles present. One and all had spent many patient hours in preparations for the great day and it is regrettable that such wretched weather prevailed. PRIZE LIST. The following is the detailed prize list of the various decorative competitions:— Motor car or tradesman’s turnout.—Miss Stewart, 1; Mr Ashby, 2. Bicycles—Miss Jean Scott, 1; Master Dixon, 2; Miss Proctor, 3. Child’s toy on wheels—Eight children entered for. this and all the vehicles were cleverly and tastefully decorated. A difficult task faced the judges and was at last overcome by awarding first prizes to all of them as follows —Roy Stewart, H. McGibbon, S. Robinson, S. Rouse, J. Grant, G. Burgess, Colin Ashby and Jean Heslin. Pram and push chair—Mrs H. Anderson, 1; Miss Georgina Gilder, 2. Freak team—Scarecrows, 1;’ Charlie Chaplin, 2. Both of these character teams were very cleverly arranged but the first prize winners were well ahead of any other teams in originality. BABY SHOW. A baby show was held during the afternoon with Sister I. Y. Scott in charge. The judges, Matron Stubbs, St. Helens, Invercargill, assisted by Sister Turnbull, had a very arduous task as some 40 babies were entered in the various sections. The following were the prize winners:— Boys up to 6 months—Lex Davidson (Invercargill) and Ralph McDonald, equ .1, 1; Desmond Gilder, 2. Girls, same age—-Phyllis Low (Gore), 1; Irene Mabel Bromley, 2. Boys 6 to 12 months—lan McKelvie, 1; V. Teller, 2. Girls 6 to 12 months—Chrissie Muir, 1; Joyce Haywood, 2; Adele Heaps, 3. Boys 12 to 18 months—Arthur G. McGowan, 1; Bert Cowie, 2. Girls 12 to 18 months— Norma Ashby, 1; Norma Lawless, 2. Baby from largest family—Lewis Johnston and Patricia Henderson (Knowsley Park) tied. Youngest baby—lrene Monaghan. MOTOR DRIVING COMPETITION. A motor driving competition was held which severely tested the ability of the contestants, this being won by Mr G. Halliday (Morris Cowley), 3 minutes, 1 post down, 1; J. Clearwater, 3 minutes, 3 posts down, 2. A hockey match, Mataura ladies v Soccer, was played ending in a win for the latter by 2 goals to 1. The burlesque costumes of the Soccer team provoked great mirth among the onlookers. Throughout the afternoon the pipe and brass bands enlivened proceedings with a series of selections, the action of the brass band in heartily co-operating with the kilties being greatly appreciated. Mr J. Buchanan (president), Mr W. Buchanan (secretary), Mr J. F. Walsh (bellman) and all the other officials worked very hard throughout the afternoon. It was the intention of the committee to hold a competition in Highland dancing but this had to be deleted on account of the rain. A number of children’s races were run off. WYNDHAM NOTES. VALEDICTORY. A very enjoyable evening’s entertainment was given by Mra Bennet to and Mrs McFaul at the latter’s residence on Wednesday evening (25th inst.) in honour of Miss Alexander, who js relinguishing her position on the staff of the local District High School and taking up similar duties in Waimate. The evening was spent chiefly in playing a game of Progressive Five Hundred, the winner being Mr W. Bennetto, who was the recipient of a box of chocolates and in turn handed these to the guest of the evening, Miss Alexander. During the evening the following items were given:—Song by Miss N. Macpherson, recitations by Mr John Hannan and M. C. Rico. The following were present: —Mises A. Bogue, B, Me Laughlan, Nance Macpherson, Booth (Temuka), Farquharaon (Dunedin), J. Wright, M. Button, B. Allison, B. Barrett, Messrs W. Bennetto, J. Hannan, G. Bogue, M. O. Rice, L. Strang, S. Jones, W. A. Allison, junr. and Ronnie (Oamaru). OTAUTAU NOTES. (From our Correspondent), Mr A. C, Mills left on Tuesday for Dunedta, and purposes spending an extended holiday in Central Otago, Mrs R, Aitehisen, Round Hill, was the guest of Mr and Mrs C. Aitehisen during the week. Mrs A. Fisher was the guest of Mr and Mra W. George, Waikiwi, for a few days. Mesdames McKenaie and Borrowdale have been on a visit to Mra A. Gilchrist, South Riverton, Rev. H. Ford left on Monday for Dunedin to attend the Methodist Synod, and returned on Friday evening. Mrs Lumsden, Invercargill, spent a few days with Mr and Mrs L. Lumsden, North Otautau, during the week. Mr J. C. Millar left on Tuesday morning for Dunedin for the purpose of visiting the Exhibition. Miss Macdonald, Timaru, was the gi«est of Mr and Mrs A. Fisher last week. Miss McPhee paid a visit to Mr and Mrs J. R. McDougall during the week. Mr J. McNeil spent a few days with Mr and Mns J. McDougaH, Som street.