WOMEN’S WORLD

Waikato Times, Volume 99, Issue 16596, 12 September 1925, Page 15 (Supplement)

WOMEN’S WORLD

By “Gipsy”

Miss Nan Douglas has gone to Dannevirke for her vacation.

Mrs O’Meara has returned from a health holiday at St. Ilelicrs’s Bay.

Mrs Nicoll, from Birmingham, is staying with her cousin, Mrs E. B. Walker.

Miss McLaughlin, of Auckland, has been staying at the Hamilton Hotel.

Mrs W. C. Ring, of Hinuera, is staying with Mrs A. Bond.

Mr and Mrs J. Renwick, who have been staying with their daughter, Mrs R. Kemp, have gone on to Te Aroha.

Mrs E. J. Mears has been to Auckland for a short holiday. ■ • • •

Dr. Eva Day is visiting her uncle and aunt, Mr and Mrs A. Gifford, at River Road.

Lady Cooper and her daughter, Mrs. 7. Emerson, of Wellington, who have been visiting Auckland, are the guests of Mrs. Magnus Johnson, River Road.

Mr Justice Stringer and Mrs Stringer intend leaving England on their return to New Zealand some time In November.

Miss M. Chadwick late of “SOnning,’’ has joined the staff of St. Cuthbert’s, and takes with her the best wishes from all who knew her in Hamilton.

The musical circle of the Arts and Crafts are busy rehearsing some new music for the “At Home” to be held on Tuesday next. Mrs F. M. Spencer is the convener of this branch, and the members are determined to make the evening a big one.

Miss N. Scott, who has severed her connection with “Sonning,” has gone to Auckland, prior to taking up a position in the South. She was the recipient of numerous small tokens of affection from her pupils before she left.

Lady Violet Astor, who Is travelling 'with the Empire Press Delegation, is greatly interested in everything that touches upon the welfare of women, politically and socially. She is president of the Women’s Unionist Conservative Association for the constituency represented by her husband, Major J. J. Astor, M.P. Each constituency in England- has a similar organisation, by means of which members of Parliament keep closely in touch with the women electors. Although Lady Vjolet has not stood for Parliament, she is, like many Englishwomen, keenly interested in politics, and follows them closely in many directions. It has been said of her by one who recently met her in Wellington: “Lady Violet does not think in streets—she thinks in terms of Empire.” And that is not very characteristic of women in general. As daughter of Lord- Minto, a former Governor-General of Canada and Viceroy of India, she has seen much life in the overseas Dominions, and was keen to sec still more while in New Zealand.

A JOLLY DANCE. (One of the jolliest dances given in llamilton this season was lhat given by Mr. B. Dawson, in St. Peter’s Hall last Tuesday night. The hall was prettily, decorated with red and gold streamers intermingled with Chinese ianlerns and gold and silver balloons, while at the door was a huge Japanese sunshade, from which was suspended a large lantern and streamers, the whole effect giving the impression that one was entering a carhiVal scene. The supper was served in the club room adjoining the hall and the tables were beautifully arrayed with a wealth of good things amidst vases of spring flowers. The music was supplied by Scotts’ popular orchestra and there were many regrets when the last dance ;vvas announced. Among those present I noticed Mesdames Perham, Griffiths, Comerford, Flavell, Bawes, Dold, Craike and Cron; Misses D. Chainey, Wilkes (2), W. Elliott, Perham (2), S. Wright, P. Ilooper, J. Jenks, L. Scott, E. Murray, M. Anchor, D. Landman, Frost (2), D. Ilowlett, K. Peebles, M. Tombs, M. McLoughlan, P. Garner (Auckland), Bourne, Elliott, M. Livingstone, Miller, Ebbett (2), M. Geary, Tapp, Fairburn, Moore, Johns, Cosson, Jenkins, Craike, Dold, Scotenay and Cavanah.

FANCY DRESS BALL. The fancy dress ball held in the Motumaoho Hall last Thursday was a great success. The hall was prettily decorated with greenery and coloured streamers and with the many coloured costumes the scene was a gay one. The excellent music was supplied by the Elite Jazz Band, while.extras were played by Misses A. Barlow, Strevens and Mr. Dernier. Mr. Gordon Chambers acted as M.C. and Misses Finlayson and Jones and Mr. B. J. Sarich acted as judges. Prizes were awarded to Mr. Boy McMiken, most humouri ous costume, Jew; Miss Finn, N.Z. Flax; Messrs. D. Bell and J. Barlow', Negro and Negress;; Geo. Bell, Red Cross Nurse; children—Nola Were, Topsy; Beryl Douglas, Cat. Others in fancy dress were: Misses Ella Barlow, Quaker Girl; Thursa Dernier, Witch; E. Gifford, Columbine; 0. Gifford, Pierrette; Miss Finn, N.Z. Flax;/G. McLeod, Good Luck; M. Farrant, Starlight; D. Dernier, America; Messrs. A. Ferguson, Baby; G. Chambers, Pierrot; L. W. Wooderson, Arab Sheik; T. Parlour, Fireman; Jack Barlow, Negress; Denis Bell, Negro; R. McMiken, Jew; Ray Gifford, Toreador; C. Crawford, Highlander; Geo. Beil, Nurse; Clcrn Bluett, At 3 a.m.; Alf. Gifford, Pierrot; Alwyn Squires, Patent Groats Baby; T. Goble, Fireman; children —girls; Nola Weir, Topsy; Ellen Mazengarb, Japanese; Dorothy Bluett, May Queen; Phyllis Bluett, Powder Puff; Kath. Gifford, Rainbow; Beryl Douglas, Cat; Edna Farrant, Sunmaid Raisin Girl; Lily Mazengarb, Negress; Bangi Barlow, Rainbow; Mazie Were, Peanuts; Betty Gifford, Rosebuds; Gwen Bluett, Miss Muffct; Edna Bluett, Ladybird; Inez Douglas, Fairy; boy: Charlie Bluett, Teddy Bear. AN ENJOYABLE DANCE. Miss Nan Douglas gave a jolly little dance on Monday evening at the residence of her parents, Dr. and Mrs Douglas. Everyone present thoroughly entered into the spirit of the evening, and had a real good time, the music and excellent supper being no mean factors in the general enjoy- / men! j Needless to say Dr. and Mrs - Jjeuglas and their daughters did their utmost to ensure the pleasant hours spirit there. Amongst those present were Misses K. Stewart, A. Wallis, K. Wilson, M. Sawle, Pulliam. M. Manning., N. Brown. X. Beeves. X. .Manning, Stomach, T. Brown, and M. Gardiner.

MARK OF APPRECIATION. Mrs J. A. Kelly, wife of the headmaster at Hillcrest, was the recipient this week of a graceful mark of appreciation from the committee and children for her thoughtfulness in providing daily cocoa for all the pupils during the winter. Mrs Hewitt, in making the presentation, spoke in high terms of the unfailing kindness of Mrs Kelly, and asked her acceptance of a handsome salad bowl, just as a small token of appreciation felt by those who had benefited.

The Misses Margaret Young and Foster handed Mrs Kelly bouquets of violets and freizias, and the children gave an enthusiastic round of applause as the happy little ceremony ended. The deputation who presented the gift were Mesdames E. M. -Masters, wife of the president of the School Committee, M. Hewitt, wife of the secretary, A. Crawford, H. Saunders, and A. Davies. WHITIORA CROQUET CLUB. At the annual meeting of the Whitiora Croquet Club there was a good attendance. The retiring president, Mrs. 11. Jenkin, presided and the annual report was presented, stating that the 192-1-25 season had been a very successful one.

The following officers were elected for the coming season: President, Mrs. D. G. Andrews; vice-president-, Mrs. Blomficld; secretary and treasurer, Mrs. G. Evans.

FIRE BRIGADE DANCE. On Tuesday evening the members and friends of the Hamilton Fire Brigade met in the Alexandra Hall to spend a few hours socially. The hall was tastefully decorated with coloured lights and Chinese lanterns (which were kindly lent by Mr Jack Loughl:n). Cards and dancing were indulged in till the small hours. The evening went with a great swing from the outset. The secretary Mr Geo. Davies, who acted as M.C., had every detail.well in hand, and was ably assisted by a band of firemen. Those who were fortunat6 enougli to be present on Tuesday evening were loud in their praise of those in charge of the hall, the supper and the musical portion of the programme. The following were the successful winners in the euchre tournament: — Ladies, Mrs McColl 1, Mrs Richardson 2; men, Mr McColl 1, Mr Gough 2.

JOYLAND. I regret to hear from Mr J. Loughlin that he has definitely decided -to close Joyland after October 6. From its inception on March 20, 1922, Joyland has filled in a long-felt gap in the social life of Hamilton, and has been run with credit. To the organiser and to the town one could always count on a good evening’s enjoyment, qt a reasonable price, and be quite sure of a cleanly-conducted entertainment.. it is rather sad to think we shall know no more the gay dressings, balloons, moving ..light, effects, the colour maze, which always evoked such merriment; the delightful music of Scott's orchestra, and the carnival spirit of Joyland’s winter evenings. However, .Mr Loughlin is giving a farewell ball, which will be a fitting ending to his three seasons of good catering for the dance lovers, and will always remain as a souvenir of the happy nights spent at the well-named Joyland.

The ball is to be the biggest effort the management has yet attempted. There will be an extra special orchestra, supper specially catered for, a wireless broadcast will be installed, and many new novelties will be introduced; while all the old ones are to be re-introduced. The illuminations outside are to include an enclosed promenade beautifully lighted, ar.d the balcony is also to be transformed into a fairy bower, while the inside decorations will far eclipse all previous attempts. ' Each dance is to be a novelty, representing probably one from each of the previous evenings, such as “ Chinatown,” “ On Our Selection,” 11 Bal Masque,” “ Tokio,” “ Arabian,” and many other joyous nights, and also the latest specjcular effects are to be used.

BALLROOM DANCING OF TO-DAY. A NEW FOX-TROT. Major Cecil H. Taylor, president of the Imperial Society of Dance Teachers, in declaring open the 21st congress of •the society, which was held at the Ilolborn Restaurant, said that outside (he. ballroom the standard of dancing was never so high. In the ballroom, however, neither in London nor out of London could it be said that dancing to-day was good. It had deteriorated in the past couple of years, and, through the fox-trot, had become chaotic. Orchestras, especially those that broadcast, declined to play at slower tempo, and as the British foxtrot, as distinct from the American fox-trot, could not be danced at their present speed, it seemed useless to teach it. The prospects of a new dance being forthcoming for the winter were remote, although one heard of a new fox-trot called the “Charleston.” That one was desired there was no gainsaying. Jt would come, but from which source he could not say. They had that morning witnessed a demonstration of the “Charleston,” but, although there were possibilities in it, there were also great dangers. In the walk itself they saw the negro, and in the wrong hands it might lend itself to. extreme vulgarity. The valse was finding great favour, and the public also wanted the tango, but the modern band, consisting of saxophone, banjo, and trombone, could not get the proper rhythm. During the winter a new Savoy Orchestra would broadcast a tango three or four times every week.

WEDDING DONALDSON—OLD. At Ihe Presbyterian Church, Morrinsville, on Wednesday, the wedding took place of Miss Old and Mr John Niven Donaldson, son of Mr and Mrs \V. 11. Donaldson, of Taihapo. The Rev. M. Richardson officiated. The bride was given away by her brother, Mr R. E. pid, and wore a pretty nigger brown costume, with rich oriental embroidery, and cinnamon hat. The newly-married couple left by the express for Auckland.

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