PERSONAL PARAGRAPHS

New Zealand Graphic, Volume XXI, Issue XXIII, 3 December 1898, Page 725

PERSONAL PARAGRAPHS

His Excellency the Governor, the Countess of Ranfurly, Lady Constance Knox. Viscount Northland, Captain Alexander (private secretary to His Excellency), and Mr Garland, arrived in Auckland on Saturday evening. A special train conveyed them from Mercer’, where they witnessed the Regatta. A formal welcome was tendered to the vice-regal party at the railway station by His Worship the Mayor (Mr Peter Dignan), the Town. Clerk (Mr P. A. Philips), and the city member (Mr J. J. Holland). The evening was beautifully fine and warm, and a drive to the top of Mt. Eden was welcomed as a pleasant change after the long train journey. A capital view of the surrounding country was obtained, and then the distinguished visitors returned totheir present Auckland head-quarters, the Star Hotel.

The vice-regal party were present at S. Paul's Church on Sunday morning for divine service, ami in the evening the Countess of Ranfurly,attended by Captain Alexander, went to St. Matthew’s Church for evensong..

On Monday there was a luncheon for the vice-regal party on board H.M.s. Tauranga. and in the evening they honoured the Banjo, Guitar, and Mandolin Club with their presence at the concert in St. Benedict's Hall, conducted by Mr Arthur Towsey. On Tuesday the foundation stone of Knox Church, Parnell, was arranged to be laid by His Excellency the Governor at Parnell in the afternoon, and in the evening Lord Ranfiirly was to present the certificatesto the pupils of St. John Ambulance Association in S. Benedict's Hall. On Wednesday His Excellency will open the new Cost ley wards for the Children's Hospital; in the evening there is a concert (under vice-regal patronage) in aid of the funds of the Society for the Protection of Women and Children and the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals. This promises to be a good concert, and takes place in the Opera House. On Thursday, the great event of the early summer for Auckland, the opening of the Exhibition, takes place. His Excellency the Governor will perform the ceremony, and in the evening the vice-regal party will attend the performance of the ‘Golden Legend’ in the Choral Hall in connection with the Exhibition.

Captain Wellesley, A.D.C., did not accompany the Vice-Regal party to Auckland, and has gone on a trout fishing excursion along the rivers in the Dannevirke district.

Miss Walker, the Secretary of the new Ladies’ Club, has been working very assiduously to make the undertaking a success, and a large number of intending members have now given in their names. A meeting at which the final arrangements were made in connection with the formation of the club was held on Tuesday afternoon, November 29th, in the Masonic Hall, Princes-street.

The Premier and Mrs Seddon returned to Wellington from Palmerston on Tuesday last.

Miss Katie Young’s numerous friends, both in New Zealand ami abroad, will be pleased to see her name amongst the number of successful candidates for the Senior Practical Music Examination of Trinity College, held in Chrisstchurch, by Dr. Edwards, a short time back. Miss Young, who is only 16 years of age, has now worked up her senior pass, but the number of marks gained has not yet been returned. Her first Theory Pass was obtained in 1894. and since then each year her musical examinations have always proved most satisfactory.

H.M.s. Tauranga left Wellington on Thursday en route for Auckland, and while there will be placed in the Calliope Dock for a general overhaul; and the officers and crew will also take part in the opening of the Auckland Exhibition on the Ist.

Mrs Masefield, ‘Manama.’ Pelorus Sound, has gone up to Blenheim from Picton, to act as one of the judges of home produce nt the Agricultural Show, which is being held to-day.

Mr and Mrs \V. Bid will. ’Pihautea.’ are the guests of Mr and Mrs Arthur Pearce, in Wellington, for the spring races, this week.

Mr Richard Cameron. manager of the Auckland Savings Bank, had a wonderful escape from shipwreck. He. with his wife, had taken their passage on the ill-fated Mohegan, but ow ing to a severe attack of influenza, Mrs Cameron was unable to travel at the time the Mohegan sailed. This steamer was wrecked off the Cornwall Coast, and otwe hundred lives were lost. Mr and Mrs Cameron left London by the s.s. Marquetta. They intend to visit their sons in San Francisco, en route for Auckland.

Mr Blow, the Vnder-Secretary of the Public Works Department, left Wellington on Tuesday last for Auckland. in order to arrange the valuable collection of woods which are being exhibited in the Auckland Exhibition by his Department.

Mrs Captain Worsp. Auckland, is at present on a visit to her daughter. Mrs W. Thornton, of ‘Maungakawa,’ Cambridge.

Mrs H. Glasgow and her little girl have returned to Christchurch from Nelsen.

His Excellency the Governor, accompanied by Lady Ranfurly and a large party, intend leaving Wellington about the beginning of January on a tour from Blenheim to Christchurch. via Nelson, and the Buller and Otira Gorges.

The Rev. A. H. Sedgwick. Vicar of I'icton. and Mrs Sedgwick, are expected back from Neison this week.

The Misses Horton (2). of Blenheim. are staying with Mrs ureenfield, Nelson.

Mr R. C. Kirk, of Petone, was on Saturday last returned, unopposed, as Mayor of Petone, for the ninth time, the past six years of office having been consecutive.

Mr and Mrs James Enabling, from flpawa. Christchurch, have removed to Blighs Road. Papanul.

Mr P. Mules returned to his home in Nelson last week from the Dunedin University.

Mr Joseph Maxwell, of Wellington, left London by the Orient s.s. Orient for Australia, on the 7th of October.

Sir Robert Stout is to deliver a lecture in the Education Board’s office. Wellington, under the auspices of the Wellington Provincial Association, on the question ’Why Have Manufactures,’ on Monday next.

Mr J. Glasgow, of the Christchurch University, is spending the first part of his vacation with his brother in Nelson.

Mr J. D. Connolly. United States Consul in New Zealand, left for San Francisco by the R.M.s. Alameda on Saturday. It is said he hopes to open up a first rate trade between New Zealand and the States.

Major Maddocks. the staff officer of the Commandant of the Forces, is undergoing his examination for a captaincy in the Imperial Army, in Wellington this week.. Lieut.-Colonel Newall and Major Messenger officiating as supervisors.

The popular accountant of the Bank of New Zealand, Auckland. Mr Buckleton. with his wife and family, are holiday-making in the Waikato.

The Rev. A. H. and Mrs Sedgwick, of Picton. are spending a week in Nelson.

The Bishop of Wellington and Mrs Wallis, accompanied by her parents and sisters. Colonel, Mrs and Miss Williams, left for a tour up the Wanganui River this week, proceeding by special conveyances on to Tokaano, Wairakei and Rotorua, and before returning the party hope to achieve the ascent of Mount Tarawera.

Mr and Mrs Clark, of Christchurch, are in Wellington, staying with Mrs Grace.

Miss Large, the soprano singer at the Exhibition concerts, arrived in Auckland from Napier earlv last week.

Mr R. J. Blair, the popular Mayor of Wellington, is at present absent from the ’Empire City,* visiting his farm on the Forty-mile Bush. Mr Edward Pearce, the late President of the Wellington Racing Club, is to be entertained by the stewards of the Club at luncheon on the first day of the Wellington spring meeting.

Mrs W. H. Shaw, of Fendalton. Christchurch, who has resided at New Brighton for the last few years, has rented a house in Normans Road, Papanui. and is removing there with her family this week.

Captain Chapple, and his son-in-law, Mr Harvey, of Picton, have gone up North to the Hot Lakes, for the benefit of the former gentleman, who has been in delicate health for some time.

Miss W. Ellis, of New Plymouth, is paying a visit to Auckland.

The Rev. J. A. Asher, of Gore, has received a call to S. Paul’s, Napier.

Mr Frank Thomson, who has been on a trip down South, has returned to New Plvmouth.

Mr A. W. Bennett has gome to Dunedin on a business visit.

Mr C. Mae Diarmid, and Mr W. Beckett, who have been on a short visit to Auckland, returned to New Plvmouth last week.

Mr A. G. Fell, president of the Picton Rowing Club, was presented lately with an enlarged photograph of this year's champion fours: Fredericks. Smith. McCormick, and Seymour. The presentation was made by Mr George Smith, captain of the elub.

A large number of distinguished visitors have arrived during the last few days for the opening of the Auckland Exhibition. The? Minister cf Justice, unfortunately, is delayed in Wellington owing to the illness of his wife. The Under-Secretary for Public Works. Mr Blow, was in Auckland on Wednesday, in order to personally superintend the arrangement of New Zealand woods in the Exhibition. sent by the Works Department.

Mr Kerr. Crown Prosecutor, returned to New Plymouth after his short visit to the Taupo District.

Miss Kennell. of the Wellington Hospital. is on a visit to her parents’ residence in New Plvmouth.

Miss Alice Corrick (Christchurch), who has been several months in Melbourne and Sydney, returns in a few days. Her singing is said to have greatly improved, so a treat is in stere for us. as she takes the solos in the next Musical Union concert, to take place early in December.

Mrs Marchant, of Timaru. is to visit her mother. Mrs Tom King, of New Plymouth, as the latter is seriously ill.

Mrs Sidney Nathan gave a musical 'At Home’ on Tuesday afternoon. 29th inst.

Mrs Henry Mace, of New Plymouth is visiting Auckland.

Mrs F. A. Twiname. jun.. who has for long been a member of S. Paul’s Choir, Auckland, was presented the other evening by her confreres in this sacred vocal service, with a beautiful diamond bracelet as a souvenir of her many services to S. Paul’s Church, and their appreciation by the other choir members. Canon Nelson made the presentation. A pleasant social evening was spent on the occasion.

Mr Russel Dymock (Blenheim) spent a few days in Picton during his holidays.

Mr and Mrs Shannon, of Wellington. spent a few days in New Plymouth on their way to Auckland.

Miss W. Hunter-Brown has returned to Nelson after a long visit to friends in the North Island.

Mr and Mrs Wilfred Reunell, of New Plymouth, have gone to pay a visit to their daughter. Mrs Harry Bayly, from there they will leave for Auckland, where they intend to make their home.

Mrs F. Wilding (Christchurch), with her eldest daughter and the baby, go to England by the next trip of the Gothic, and will be absent about seven months.

Mr and Mrs Masefield, ’Manaroa,* Pelorus Sound, are in Picton just now. Mr Masefield, who has been unwell. requiring medical attention and change.

Mrs N. Alfred Nathan, of ’Wickford’, Prinees-street, Auckland, gives a large ’At Home’ on Wednesday, November 30th. Dancing begins at nine o’clock.

Mr R. Laery, of Wellington, has been in Picton for a change.

Mr Robt. McDougall is having built for their future residence one of the finest houses on Papanui Road. It is situated on part of the ’Springfield’ Estate (late Mr J. T. Matson’s), and will be ready for occupation early in the New Year.

Mrs F. Downes (Dunedin) has been spending a week in Picton with her nieces, the Misses Greensill, ’Brooklyn.’

Great regret was felt at the sudden death of Mrs Noble Campbell, of Gisborne, which took place recently, and much sympathy is felt for her husband and relatives. She was a daughter of Mr and Mrs McLernon, of Napier, and only married a short time. The funeral took place two days after and was largely attended by many friends from Hawke’s Bay as well as by those residing in Gisborne. There was a profusion of lovely flowers, and exquisite wreaths were sent from various parts of New Zealand.

Lord Ranfurly. after attending the Manawatu Agricultural and Pastoral Show, went on to Danevirke. where his visit had long been looked forward to, and where he was accorded a hearty welcome. All over the town flags were flying and everything had quite a festive air. He arrived in Danevirke on the evening of Thursday, November 17th. and the next day there was a grand demonstration in his honour. At the Recreation Ground an address of welcome was read, and His Excellency made a short speech in reply; then followed a welcome from the Maoris and an address in response from Lord Ranfurly. interpreted to them by Mr Downes. Afterwards His Excellency was driven about Danevirke and shown the beauties of the town, and later a banquet was held at the Masonic Hotel.

The Rev. Charles Murray, who has left the South Wairarapa Presbyterian Church for Feilding. was presented with a purse of sovereigns and an address prior to his departure. Sir M. O’Rorke left Auckland for Adelaide on Monday to meet his family. who are due in South Australia on the 14th of next month. Mr and Mrs Keith Ramsay are expected in New Zealand in a few days. Many New Zealanders will regret to hear of the death of Mrs Rhoda Carleton Coote. widow of the late Major Henry Coote. M.L.C., of Matahiwi, who departed this life at her residence. ’Burton Fins,’ Petworth, after a brief illness.