Farewell to Headmistress

Sun (Auckland), Volume III, Issue 837, 4 December 1929, Page 4

Farewell to Headmistress

SCHOOL REUNION OLD GRAMMAR PUPILS The Auckland Girls' Grammar School in Howe Street was the scene of a farewell function last evening in honour of Miss Morrison. retiring headmistress of the Epsom Girls' Grammar School, and miss F. McDonald, who is retiring from the staff of the latter school. A large number of old Grammar School girls were present, many of them having been pupils at a time when there was but the one grammar school in Symonds Street, this being used for both boys and girls, with the late Air. J. W. Tibbs as headmaster. The guests were received by Aliss Iv. Edgerley and Airs. Morpeth, vicepresidents of the Old Girls* Association, who arranged the evening. In a brief speech, Aliss Edgerley expressed pleasure at the large gathering, on whose behalf she was to say pleasant things. Always foremost were the memories of those who had helped to build up the fine traditions of the school, and now the names of Miss Morrison and Miss AlcDonald were added to the list. They were leaving after many years of devoted service, in which by their high qualities, they had won the esteem and affection of all with whom they came in contact. Both old girls of the school, they had put aside opportunities of advancement and given their lives in the service of the school. Aliss McDonald, as president of the Old Girls’ Association, then asked Miss Morrison to accept two pictures and three books of engravings on behalf of those present. A bronze readinglamp was presented to Aliss AlcDonald by Aliss Edgerley, who spoke feelingly of the unceasing service she had given to the Old Girls’ Association in her capacity as president. All sincerely hoped that sue would still be present at many of their meetings. SOCIAL EVENING

After a reply by Aliss Alorrison and Aliss AlcDonald, thanking those present for the gifts, the hall resounded to the cheery singing of “For They Are Jolly Good Fellows,” and a social evening of games and competitions was begun. . An enjoyable programme of musical and elocutionary items had been arranged. Those contributing were all old Grammar School girls. Aliss AI. | Haresnapo gave a pianoforte solo, also ; acting as accompanist for the songs ; given by Miss Myrtle Burris, Aliss * Helen Taylor, Aliss Lola Solomon and Miss T. Salmon. Aliss Doris Merser and Miss Bessie Merser gave humorous recitations. Supper was served in an adjoining building, which had been charminglyarranged with golden lilies and blue delphiniums, tne school colours. Streamers in the same shade gave a touch of festivity to the scene. Aliss Alorrison wore an ankle-length frock of black Chantilly lace, with a crimson rose on the shoulder. Aliss AlcDonald was in crepe de chine in a deep rose beige f shade. Aliss Edgerley was wearing a frock of floral ring velvet with long side draperies. Airs. Morpeth had on a black georgette frock. Afiss E. AI. Johnston wore a black georgette frock with panels of fine gold embroidery and coatee of black ring velvet. Members of the committee were: Airs. Alexander, Aliss Nora Gallaher, M iss E. Penrose, Miss Rewa Ross, Miss R. Innes, Aliss Laurel Brinsden, Miss D. Alills and Aliss Bessie Merser. AAIONG THE VISITORS Among those present were: Airs. C. B. Plummer, Mrs. Finlay, Airs. S. Heap, Airs. Lavers, Mrs. Shone, Mrs. S. Walker, Airs. L. Thomas, Airs. K. Ward, Airs. Alelville, Airs. W. H. Graham, Airs. Gardner, Airs. G. Entrican, Airs. O’Connor, Airs. Arthur Nicholson, Airs. H. Wilson, Mrs. N. W. R. Thomas, Mrs. W. Edgerley, Aliss Warnock, Miss Fjinlay, Aidlle Uhlamann, Aliss AlcClymont, Miss Haresnape, Aliss Fordyce, Aliss C. Gray, Aliss I. Gray, Aliss A. Gray, Aliss AI. Taylor, Aliss F. Taylor, Miss C. Carrie, Aliss Sloman, Miss McCulloch, Miss E. Cooper, Aliss Spencer, Aliss innes, Miss AI. Freeman, Aliss K. Crookes, Aliss Bruce, Miss AI. Dine, Aliss Rona Dawson, Aliss Patterson, Aliss G. Warnock, Aliss Lynn Court, Alisses AI. and K. Granville-Jones, Miss S. Bruce, Aliss Kathleen Gordon, Miss Enid Jacobs, Miss Virtue, Miss E. Penrose, Aliss AI. Solomon, Aliss Bessie Budd, Aliss R. Gurr, Miss Fay Brooking, Aliss Buchanan, Aliss Gebbie, Aliss Cooper, Miss AI. R. Ensor, Miss Durrieu, Aliss Duleie Alills, Miss Baxter, Aliss Andrew, Aliss Joyce Carr, Aliss Spargo, Miss Partridge. Aliss Lavers, Aliss Sheat, and Miss L. Solomon. SUCCESSFUL CONCERT ALBANY WOMEN’S INSTITUTE On Saturday, November 30, an excellent programme was presented in the Coronation Hall by the Albany Women’s Institute, assisted by members of the Greenhithe AY.I. and others. Miss Edna Peace, of Auckland, received enthusiastic recalls for her two numbers, “The Reason” and “Hine e Hine,” and gave in response “Salaam” and “Annie Laurie.” Mr. and Mrs. Okell (violin and piano) gave finished renderings of “Legende" OVieniawski) and “Serenade” (Franz Drdla). Miss Freda Crosher’s monologues at the piano were features of the entertainment and she was twice recalled on each occasion. Mrs. Tate, of Greenhithe, gave an elocutionary number which was encored. A very amusing comedy sketch, “At the Bathroom Door,” was given by members of the Greenhithe Women's Institute, and a cornedv sketch (without words), given by the Albany Comedy Players, evoked much laughter. Other items were: A gavotte danced by Gladys Collins, a child of 9 years, in Old English costume: an Irish jig danced by Elsie Schofield, Rae Charman and Vera Hunter( in costume): and a ragtime dance by Misses Freda Crosher and Enid Bruton. In the absence of the president, Mrs. Bruton, through sickness, Mrs Phillips, vice-president of the institute, ably presided. The accompanists were Mr H Hooton and Mrs. Okell.

KING COUNTRY JOTTINGS

Tlio Taumarunui district q Carnival, which has been conW* successfully for several months p*.? was fittingly concluded by the Cor * ation of Aliss Mona Olsen, of Owh * * the country candidate, as Qu©efc J the Carnival. Previously, the winning Candida, „ m the three sections were crowned their own districts. Miss ois . ** Country Queen at Owhango. MiL' V!* lian Cheese, as Timber Queen I Manunui. and Miss Edna pi.-_ Town Queen at Taumarunui ** was a big attendance of tin-7»..i . witness the final ceremony t 0 Theatre Royal, and the proviL"* were carried out with e\ Joli.-nT 1 ngs Cision. Following the .oromuLi’T' Miss Olsen, a very enjoyable dm . n u * held. Mr. \V. Melrose acting « J*? The financial result of he was greatly in excess of expect m and will considerably funds of the Anglican Parish in th® district. n me The bachelors of Heao (0h... district), conducted a very ball, w hich attracted many from outlying districts. The m,Y.T* was provided by Mrs. 11. TiiomMmx orchestra, and the bachelors their many guests with a dainty sup. * . . Mr. and Mrs. E. Edwards, were th« guests at a party at the residence Mr. and Mrs. J. Miles, Taunwu-t.nuf tho event being in the nature ot » "surprise.” to mark the 30th anni versary of the guests' wedding , happy programme was arranged bridge taking up a large part of the proceedings. Airs. Managh won the bridge prize, and Mrs. Reardon the hidden number. Mr. and Mrs. Edward* were the recipients of numerous congratulatory messages. * * * The Methodist Church authorities at Ohura, conducted a Summer Fair in aid of the funds, those taking part being;—Orange grove stall. Mrs. Aicheson and Mrs. Don: produce staJL Airs. Hartley and Mrs. McHarrie; guild stall. Mrs. H. 'Williams and Airs. Dawber; tea stall. Airs. Davidson and Airs. Harley; jumlt.? stall, the Rev. Mr Alexander; sweet stall, Miss J. Robinson and Aliss AlcKay. Competitions resulted: Nail driving. Airs. F. Brown and Air. Poutawera: chain stepping, Mr. R- Millen; cake, Mrs. Gee;* judging length of stick, Mrs. Eagan: candle lighting. Mrs. A. Koorey; doll’s bed number. Airs. E. Alartin. Items were contributed during the evening by Airs. Jenks. Mr. Alexander and Mr. Hartley, Airs. R. B. Turnbull playing the accompaniments. * * *■ Air. John Bogey, who for some time lias been connected with the Bank of New Zealand, at Ohura, was given a farewell party at the local Council Chambers prior to his departure for Te Aroha, where he will be married. Mr. AlcClenaghan was in the chair, and in the course of his remarks when proposing the guest’s health, referred to his keeness as a sportsman, and to hta courtesy as a bank official. Other speakers complemented tl:eee remarks, and Air. Bogey suitably responded. * * *

At the residence of Mrs. McAnelly, Sunshine Town, Taumarunui. a pleasant gathering took place with the object of bidding farewell to Airs. Tyack prior to her departure from the locality. Games and musical items filled out the programme, anc Mrs. Bragge. on behalf of. those present, presented Airs. Tyack with a crystal sugar basin and cream Jug. The recipient made a graceful response. To receive her guests Airs. McAnelly wore a frock of rose taffeta.

A pleasantly diversified programme was submitted to the numerous patrons at the annual dance arranged by the Raurimu Girls’ Kahanga Club, and added still further to the popularity of this bright band of young people. Ia addition to a well-balanced dance schedule, humorous sketches and other items were staged by members of the club, and the talent displayed fully merited the applause so generously given. The Merry Five Orchestra supplied the dance music, extras being given by Airs. W. McNamara M:. McNamara held the post of M.C.