THE SOCIAL ROUND

Sun (Christchurch), Volume VII, Issue 2026, 12 August 1920, Page 4

THE SOCIAL ROUND

Many New Zealand people will be interested to hear of the continued success of Miss Dorothea Spinney, whose single-handed renderings of ancient Greek plays gave much pleasure here a year or two ago. Miss Alice Michaelis, of Melbourne, who passed through NewZealand recently, brought news of Miss Spinney, and stated that university eircles in America had given her every encouragement. Miss Spinney hopes to visit New Zealand again at a later date. Last night a dance, organised by Mr R. H. Stillwell and Mr L. Armstrong, was held in the Art Gallery, the proceeds being in aid of the War Memorial Fund. The same pretty decorations that were put up for the Assembly Ball the night before were used, and an enjoyable time was spent by the dancers, music being supplied by Sutherland's orchestra. Supper was served during an interval, those in charge of the arrangements being Mrs and Miss Elston, and the Misses Stillwell. Mr TT. Sutherland r.nd Mr R. 11. Stillwell acted as M.C.'s. One of the jolliest dances of the season was held last evening in the Excelsior Hall. Lyttelton, bv the Holy Trinity Young 'Men's Bible Class. There were about 1-10 present. The hall was beautifully decorated in an original design with the colours red and bliie predominating. A feature of the entertainment was the dance music by Mrs Gorst, who was assisted by Messrs' B. Herdman and the brothers J. and K. I'liiumer. Messrs S. Tredennick and L. Norton officiated as M.C.'s. Much praise is due to Mi- C. Beaumont for the efficient manner in which everything was arranged. The committee in charge were: Mrs F. G. Norton, Mss S. Tredennick, Mrs Plimmer, Mrs Beaumont. Mrs Shepheard, Mr B. Herdman , and Mr J. Plimmer. Mrs Tempiar, vice-principal of Mt. Pleasant School, Vancouver, is amongst the oversea visitors in Christchurch at present. She has consented to give a short talk on Friday afternoon to members of the Home Economics Association, and others interested on the Parents' and Teachers' Associations, which flourish in Canada, and apparently accomplish many desirable objects. The talk will be given in the Home Science room at the Normal College, between the hours of 4 and 5 o'clock. It is hoped that there will be a good attendance to show that an interest is being taken in the matter, which, as it •teals with the subject of education, is naturallv one of importance. The Christ's College Old Boys' Association, following upon the Town v. Country match, played yesterday afternoon, held a "free-ami-easy" evening in the Masonic Hall. Mr T.'W. Hungerford presided. Mr J. C. N. Grigg re-1 ferred briefly to the progress of the Canon Hare Memorial, stating that some j £56 only was needed in subscriptions to complete the amount required for the Hare Memorial. Speaking of the Soldiers' Memorial Hall, Mr Grigg stated ! that already some £16,000 had been j collected. The price of building and I labour had risen, but, whatever difficul- [ ties might be in store, nothing must j stand in the way of the completion of I the hall. Mr Grigg told several amusing reminiscences of college days, and, during the evening, songs were given by Messrs A. L. Crop]) ami Manning. and stories told bv Messrs (;. S. Thomas, "E. R. Webb and Pr Douglas Anderson. __Pr Anderson and Mr R. Lake officiated at the piano. Mr ('. Parsons gave a clever conjuring exhibition. Yesterday's weather was a good deal more propitious than that of the opening flay of the trotting programme, and there was a large attendance at Addingtou, including many of the visitors to town. The chilly temperature made most people cling very firmly to wraps and coats, although in a few instances they were discarded, and usually disclosed something very smart in the way of costuming. The new colourings seemed more in evidence than at any meeting during the week, a very stylish costume being carried out in the burnt sienna tone that seems to be the latest. A tall, dark wearer showed it off to advantage. The warm dull, rust-red

shade was also exploited, and looked very appropriate and cosy in the prevailing climatic conditions. Furs, of v course, were worn by all who possessed them. Amongst those present were noticed Mr and Mrs J. IT. Williams, Mr and Mrs Cecil OHivier, Mr and Mrs Jack Buchanan, Mr and Mrs David Crozier, Mr and Mrs Erik Rutherford, Mr and Mrs George Rutherford, Dr and Mrs Maurice Louisson, Mrs Walter -Parkinson and Miss Rita Parkinson, Mrs Guv Ronalds. Mrs Y. G. Dav, Mr and Mrs Leo Rothschild, Mr and Mrs David Friedlandev, Mr and Mrs George Reid, Mr W. 11. Norton and Peggv Norton. Mis IT. P. Pope, the Misses, Morkanc. Mr-- J. f?. Neville, Mrs Alfred Bun?. Mr and Mrs Ilenrv Harris. Mi-; H. .1. Raphael. Mrs Duncan Baurhop. Miss Isobel Rutherford. Mi-=« Frances White and Mr and Mrs David Friedlander. Coloured Hair C o inl» and Clasps.—A Parisian novelty shown at Salon Celia is a beautiful range of hair combs and idasps in mother-of-pearl in pale blue, moonlight blue, maize, amber, rose, etc. The delicate colouring of these ornaments gives a pretty finish when worn with a frock of similar shade and their subtle sheen biings out the lustre of the hair. No. 6 Royal Exchange Buildings .8 No lady should be without Martin's Apiol and Steel Pills. Sold by all chemists and stores throughout Australasia. .13

At the Christchurch Boys\ High School gymnasium, last evening, the annual winter entertainment of the school was held. Mr C. B. Bevan-Brown presided. The first portion of the programme was as follows: —Piano solos, played by G. H. Arnold and C. L. Martin; violin solo, V. Colgan; violin and piano duet, .7. and W, Haberfield; songs, W. M. Stewart, C. L. King, C. Milne and F. B. Davy; and recitations, T. McGillivray and C. L. King. The second part was devoted to a parody on "Hamlet," bearing the - title "Rosencrantz and Guildenstern." The play, produced under the direction of Mr MeNab and Mr Rowe, was performed by the following cast: —King Claudius, C. L. King; Queen Gertrude, W. Drury; Orphelia, G. Pickles; Rosencrantz, F. W. Petre; Guildenstern, F. J. Jacobs; First Player, G. H. Arnold; Second Player, C. Milne; Hamlet, I. W. Donnelly.' At the conclusion of the performance, Mr BevanBrown congratulated the performers, and the proceedings closed with the singing of the School Song, F. B. Davy being the soloist. Correct corset design is essential to health, comfort and beauty. That is the reason why B. and C. Corsets are so very popular. Besides having the best style ami the highest quality, B. and C. Corsets save money. They are British made, and their price is not affected by the' foreign exchange rates. All leading Drapers stock them. .(3