ORANGE BLOSSOMS.

New Zealand Graphic, Volume XX, Issue XIX, 7 May 1898, Page 580

ORANGE BLOSSOMS.

MR AND MRS ROBERT BARTLEY. The fiftieth anniversary of the marriage day (April 24th, 1848) of Mr and Mrs Robert Bartley, of Devonport, Auckland, formerly of Jersey Island, weU-knowm and respected citizen#, was celebrated on Monday, April 25, in the form of a tea and banquet. The whole family was represented, viz., four sons, four daughters, thirty-two grandchildren, and one great-grand-child, all the sons and daughters being married, except one son, who is now in Christchurch; also Mr and Mrs Bartley’s relatives, Mr and Mrs Edw. Bartley, Mr and Airs Queree (a niece of Air Bartley) and Mrs Swinnerton (niece of Airs Bartley). The only outsider was Air Fred. Jeune, a Jersey man, who welcomed the pair on their arrival in Auckland in the Joseph Fletcher, October, 1854. The decorations ou this happy occasion were in keeping with the golden wedding, white and gold on the table, the mantelpiece and the piano, whilst Airs Bartley was presented with a lovely bouquet of golden chrysanthemums. There were two tables, one for adults and one for the children, laden with good things, a handsome wedding cake occupying the place of honour. The toast of the bride and bridegroom of fifty years ago (Mr and Airs Bartley) having been duly honoured, their eldest son, Mr W. Bartley, presented his 1 parents with a pleasant memorial of the day, a beautifully executed shield of photographs of the whole family, children, and grand-children surrounding pictures of Mr and Airs R. Bartley. This handsome gift was carried out by Barony, Karangahape Road. The toasts of ‘Sons and Daughters,’ ‘Sons - in - law I ,’ ‘Daughters - in - law,’ ‘Grand-child-ren.’ ‘lsland of Jersey,’ and ‘The Press ' followed, being carefully sandwiched with songs and musical selections. The mutually agreeable evening was ended by the refrain, ‘God be with you till we meet again.’ Air Bartley, who was married in Jersey Island, was a carpenter by trade, and, on his arrival in Auckland, carried on the business of builder and contractor. He had also a timoer yard, and Mr George Holdship, the founder of the Kauri Timber Company, was one of his apprentices. When Mr Bartley retired from business he was appointed manager of the Auckland Timber Company, only resigning when the company was changed to the Kauri Timber Company. He was much esteemed while holding this position. After enduring bravely the burden and heat of early colonial days, Air and Mrs Bartley are now enjoying a happy old age at their pleasant residence. Clarence-street, Devonport. Many congratulatory telegrams reached them last week from all parts. MR STUBBS TO MISS ROBERTSON. A pretty and fashionable wedding took place on Easter Wednesday at St. John’s Church, Feildiug, the- contracting parties being Mr Francis Charles Stubbs, of Gisborne, and Miss \ iclet Emmeline Robertson, of Feilding. The bride, one of the loveliest ever seen, wore a very beautiful white silk dress, trimmed with chiffon, and the orthodox veil and orange blossom, and was attended by her cousin, Miss Alary Seymour, of Tvntesfield, Marlborough. Alias Elsie Stubbs, sister of the bridegroom, and Miss Minnie Stevens, daughter of Mr J. Stevens, M.H.R., of Bulls. All jhe bridesmaids wore white silk frocks trimmed with yellow silk, and floral toques of Marguerite daisies.

Mr A. C. Stubbs was best man, the other groomsmen being Messrs 8. Griffiths and Didsbury. The church was crowded with guests and well wishers of the young couple. The vicar, the Rev. A. S. Innes-Jones, performed the ceremony. The bride was given away by Mr H. L. Sherwill, J.P. A reception was afterwards held in the Foresters’ Hall. Mrs Robertson, in black satin, relieved with yellow, and bonnet to match, received the numerous guests. Mrs Stubbs, the bridegroom’s mother, wore black satin and a very pretty bonnet of green satin, trimmed with autumn leaves and roses; Miss Stubbs, pale heliotrope silk frock, hat en suite. The very handsome cake was made and presented by Mrs F. A. Moncton. Mr F. G. Lethbridge, M.H.R., proposed the health of the bride and bridegroom, which the latter replied to, and also proposed the health of the bridesmaids. After the reception the happy couple left for Palmerston North, where they spent a brief honeymoon previous to going to Gisborne, where they will reside. The bride’s going-away dress was of green cloth, with velvet hat to match. In the evening a dance was held in the Foresters’ Hall, Mrs Stubbs, mother of the bridegroom, acting as chaperone to the young people. Over a hundred beautiful and valuable presents will assist largely in furnishing the young people’s new home; and testify to their popularity.

MR CREAGH TO MISS WILLIAMS. On Monday, April 25th, at Napier Cathedral, the marriage took place of Mr B. Creagh, son of Captain Creagh, and Miss Lizzie Williams, youngest daughter of Mr I. Williams. The bride wore a pretty cream gown, a tulle vei’, and sprays of orange blossom. Her sister, Miss Clara Williams, and Miss Creagh, sister of the bridegroom, attended her as bridesmaids, and wore becoming cream frocks and cream hats, trimmed with white flowers and violet velvet. The Dean of Waiapu performed the marriage ceremony. The groomsmen were Mr C. Williams and Mr A. Creagh. The bride and bridegroom left for Wellington late on Monday afternoon by the Te Anau, and there was quite a display of flag* flying at the Spit in honour of their wedding. MR SCHOLLUM TO MISS FITZPATRICK. At St. Benedict’s Church, Auckland, on April 13th, the wedding of Mr W. Scholium, of Morrinsville, to Miss Katie Fitzpatrick, one of Auckland’s favourite sopranos, was celebrated by Father Egan. The bride, who was given away by her brother, looked charming in a silk mohair gown relieved with white silk, gcftered chiffon and pearl passementerie, white velvet hat, with ostrich tips. She wore a gold chain with brooch of two lover’s knots set in diamonds and rubies, the gift of the bridegroom. A lovely bouquet of white hyacinths and maiden hair fems completed her toilet. Two bridesmaids were in attendance, Miss Quinlan, a friend of the bride, and Miss Flossie Fitzpatrick, sister of the bride. They' were dressed in striped pink silk lustre trimmed with moss green velvet ribbon and chiflon, black velvet picture hats, relieved with blush roses. Mr Sshollum (brother of the bridegroom) acted as best man. After the ceremony the bridal party adjourned to the residence of the bride’s mother, where the wedding breakfast was partaken of. A number of toasts were honoured, after which Mr and Mrs Scholium left amid the congratulations of all assembled, for the Puhoi; from there they return to their future home at Morrinsville. The bride was the recipient of many telegrams from all parts of the colony. 'l'he presents, including several cheques, were numerous and costly. MR ROSE TO MISS DIXON. Ai llawera, on April 27th, a pretty wedding took place at the bride’s parents’ residence, when Mr William Rose, of the Customs Department, Wanganui, was maried to Miss Clarice .Tare Dixon, fifth daughter of Mr Sam Dixon, of Wilson-street. The room .had been prettily decorated for the occasion. The bride was dressed in a ruby coloured Russian costume, trimmed with velvet, and a gold and white silk vest She also wore a spray of orange

blossom, which was fastened by a handsome gold brooch with a heart set in pearls and rubies, a gift of the bridegroom. She also carried a beautiful shower bouquet. Miss Bertha Dixon acted as bridesmaid, and was attired in a dark electric blue dress, with gold shot silk and laee. The groomsman was Mr Alf. A. Willis, and the ceremony was performed by the Rev. G. Bond. An excellent lunch had been provided for the guests, some of whom came from Blenheim, Stratford, Wanganui, and Pihama, after which the young married couple left by the train for New Plymouth en route for the Hot. Lakes, where they spend their honeymoon. The presents were handsome and numerous.

MR HOLMES TO MISS REID. The marriage of Mr M. S. Holmes, sou of the Hon. M. Holmes, M.L.C., to Miss F. E. Reid, daughter of Mr F. Reid, of Elderslie, was celebrated in the Enfield Church (North Otago) on April 14th by the Rev. J. Standring. The church was beautifully decorated with flowers and foliage. The bride was attired in a white satin Princess robe, with train from the shoulders, the front being draped with lace, fastened at the side with orange blossom and myrtle. The sleeves were of laee, and an embroidered tulle veil, with the usual orange blossom, completed the costume, together with a lovely shower bouquet, a pearl and sapphire brooch, and an opal and diamond bracelet. The four bridesmaids, Miss Reid and Miss C. Reid (sisters of the bride). Miss L. Holmes and Miss E. Mac Lean (nieces of the bride) wore dresses of

white Surah, with white chiffon sleeves and bodice*;, trimmed with lace and pearl passementerie, apple yreen chiffon sashes. Leghorn hats, with ostrich plumes, topaz bangles, the gift of the bridegroom, and they < arried beautiful shower bouquets. Mr J. B. Reid was the best man, and the groomsmen were Mr F. Mac Lean, Messrs J. F. Reid and D. H. Reid. After the ceremony the wedding party drove to Elderslie, where breakfast was laid for over 100 guests in a marquee on the tennis lawn. On the menu cards were engraved pictures r-t Elderslie and the Enfield Church. After the toasts were honoured the guests viewed the beautiful presents, which included, from bridegroom to bride, diamond and sapphire ring and gold watch and chain; Mr Reid, piano and cheque; Mrs Reid, sewing machine, house linen, and teaset; Hon. M. Holmes, diamond ring; Miss Holmes, breakfast set; Mr Mac Master, diamond and opal bangle; Mrs MacMaster, silver cake tray; Mr J. F. Reid, saddle and bridle; J. B. Reid, pearl necklace; E. H. Reid, silver fruit knives and forks; Mr Bumhill, handpainted dessertservice,; MrsnndMisses McLean, cheque; Elderslie employees, handsome clock; Mr and Mrs Holmes (Anamoa), dinner service; Mr J. Connel (London), silver tray and tea service; Mr Brydone, silver sugar bowl and tongs; Mrs R. Anderson (Scotland), cheque; Mr and Mrs Oliver, pearl and sapphire pendant; Mrs Miller. silver tea kettle; Dr. and Mrs Garland, silver tea kettle; Mr and Mrs Bargood, silver-mounted carvers; and over 150 other valuable presents. The following are a few of the dresses. The bride’s travelling dress was of electric blue cloth, skirt and coat, with vest of embroidered white

satin, white felt hat, electric blue velvet and white wing; Mrs Reid (mother of the bride), royal blue velvet, Duchesse laee collar and cuffs, blue velvet bonnet, white pinnies, blue ami yellow brocaded cloak, trimmed with sable, shower bouquet; Mrs G. Mac Lean (Dunedin), sister of the bridegroom, black satin, white satin iront, veiled in jewelled net, bonnet to match; Mrs T. C. Dennison (Oamaru), sister of the bride, black and red brocade, picture hat, tartan crown, black plumes and red ospreys; Mrs Mac Master (sister of the bride), pale grey cloth costume, revers and collar of yellow silk, veiled with guipure lace, grey ehip hat, with yellow feathers; Mrs C. W. Reid (sister-in-law to the bride), skirt of pale grey, white chiffon blouse, with zouave of white satin, trimmed with silver, white felt hat, black feathers and pink roses ; Miss Holmes (sister of the bridegroom), black dress, trimmed with violet, bonnet, with violets; Mrs Allan Holmes (sister-in-law to bridegroom), black dress, trimmed with heliotrope chiffon, bonnet to match; Mrs J. Holmes (sister-in-law to the bridegroom), black satin dress, with shaded blue embroidery, bonnet to match; Mrs F. White (Dunedin), sister of the bridegroom, sage green costume, trimmed a darker shade; Mrs Menlove, black brocade lace mantle, floral bonnet; Mrs Garland, blue cloth braided in black, toque to match; Mrs Wait, black and white satin, bonnet to match; Mrs IT. J. Miller, black satin, floral bonnet; Mrs Oliver (Dunedin), yellow and white silk, with Oriental embroidery and Venetian lace, black velvet hat. with feathers. It would require too much space to describe in detail many more handsome and effective costumes with all the pretty accessories that give such completeness to a really harmonious toilette. Elderslie is an ideal place for a wedding, with its beautiful grounds, picturesque lakelet and islands, and the white swans, tame enough to be fed from the pretty boathouse.