Personal Paragraphs.

New Zealand Graphic, Volume XXIV, Issue XXI, 26 May 1900, Page 995

Personal Paragraphs.

£ His Excellency the Governor has announced that owing to the war no State balls are this year being given by the Governors of English colonies in honour of Her Majesty’s Birthday, and consequently there will be no dance this year at Government House, Auckland, to commemorate the event, tlliere will be a levee on Thursday afternoon, the 24th. and a grand State dinner at night. On the evening of June Oth the Earl and Countess will hold a reception in honour of Her Majesty’s Birthday. • His Excellency, Lord Ranfurly, performed, on Friday afternoon, the pleasing ceremony of unfurling the British colours at the Mount Eden Public School, and on Saturday afternoon took part in a similar ceremony at Parnell, the latter function eventuating just after the receipt of the official news of the relief of Mafeking. His Excellency was accompanied by the Countess and Lady Constance Knox. The Premier and his family, accompanied by his two private secretaries (Mr Hamer and Mr Andrews) left Wellington in the Tutanekai on Thursday morning, en route for the South Sea Islands. Among the other passengers for the excursion to the Islands were Dr. Teare, Mr E. Tregear and Mrs Tregear, Miss Hennah, Mr F. Sears, and Mrs W. H. Hales. Excursions are to be made to the various islands, and the .party will remain away about a month. An occasional correspondent writes to- us off Aden on board' the German S.'S. Barbarossa, that there ■ are quite a large number of New Zealand people Out of the 865 passengers on board that favourite boat on their way to the Paris Exposition and the Old Country. The passage from Sydney so far as Aden has been an exceptionally fine one, and games were indulged in by all. Miss K. McMillan, of Remuera, carried away the first lady’s prize for progressive euchre, and will be well in in the bucket quoits; Miss P. Gibson, of Dunedin, first in four headed cribbage; and Mr C. Williamson, of Takapuna, Auckland, first in draughts tournament. Mrs Kilgour, of Auckland, is in great request for her charming songs at the frequent concerts given in both saloons; and Miss Orchard, daughter of the Rev. Orchard, Christchurch, has proved herself the possessor of a very sweet voice. Mr Thomas Allen, of Mt. Albert, Auckland, seems to drop into the chairmanship for all entertainments as (naturally, as he would at Alt. Albert itself. It is his intention. I believe, to leave the ship atlshmailia.aud spend xa month oh the-Kile .and iu the. Holy • Land before going on to Europe. - Mr and ’Mrs John Aiken, of-Christ-bliureh. were, in the latest news of 4 hem, in Rome; and intended- going on to Florence in about ten days* time. They were greatly enjoying the sights and had been at a service where the Pope had been carried in by four men, seated on a high backed chair, when he was taken to the altar, chanted something, and gave the benediction in a clear voice. Mr Harden (Wellington), Inspector of the Bank of N.S.W., has been making an official visit to Blenheim, but returns home this afternoon. Mrs Chaytor. “Marshlands,” Blenheim, is staying in town with Mrs Edward Chaytor, who has taken Mrs Mclntire’s house for a time. Mrs Thorp (Motueka) arrived in Blenheim from Nelson on Saturday, and is staying with the Misses Chaytor at “Marshlands.” Captain and Miss MeClatehie, who have been visiting Mrs A. Mclntosh, of New Plymouth, have returned to their home in Hawera.

Mr and Mrs T. W. Leys, and Miss I<eys, of Auckland, passengers by the “India” for London, have had an enjoyable passage to the Old Country. Both Mr and Mrs Leys are much improved in health. Mrs A. B. Reynolds, of Ponsonby, Auckland, who has been on a visit to Cambridge, returned last week. Lieutenant Berry, now in South Africa, has been promoted to a senior lieutenancy. He went in charge of the first Hawke’s Bay Rough Riders Contingent, and was formerly a resident in Napier. Lieutenant Harry C. Collett, of Walpawa, who has received a commission, was the evening before his departure presented with a purse of sovereigns from a number of the townspeople. He has always been very active in Waipawa volunteer matters, and will be much missed. Canon Webb, of Gisborne, is on a short visit to Napier. Mrs Lusk, of Napier, is visiting Gisborne. Lieutenant 0. H. M. Hovell, eldest son of the Dean of Waiapu, has left Napier for South Africa. He has received a commission, and travels from Dunedin by s.s. Ormazon. Lieutenant Hovell has always been most interested in sports of every kind, and, although regretting his departure, his many friends in Napier are exceedingly glad to hear of his success. Mrs Kettle, of the Bluff Hill, Napier, gave a small dance last week, which was a great success. The guests wore masks and dominoes, which were removed later in the evening and caused much amusement. Miss Littlejohn, of Nelson, arrived in Blenheim at the end of last week, and has gone to stay with Mrs .1. Bell at “Hillersden,” Wairau Valley. Mr J. Greenfield, of “Vernon.” Blenheim, has gone to make a short visit to Wellington. Mr Alfred Bunting, accountant in the Blenheim branch of the Loan and Mercantile, has six months’ leave of absence, and left on Wednesday for Wellington whence he goes to various places in Europe. Mrs Empson and Miss Eyes have returned to Blenheim from a visit to many places of interest in the South Island, and are now living in Mrs Empson’s house in Maxwell Road. Mr and Mrs A. Simpson, who occupied Mrs Empson’s house during her absence, are now living at Springlaiids. Miss Annie Horton, who has been living near Featherston for a considerable time, returned home to Blenheim last week. Mrs Mclntire (Blenheim) is staying with Mrs G. Watts, at “Lansdowne,” in the Wairau Valley. She is also going to stay with Mrs W. Adams, at “Langley Dale,” but the Wairau River being flooded is unfordable, so her visit is postponed for a short time. Miss West, who has been spending a few days with Mrs Fenton. New Plymouth, on her way from Wellington, has returned to her home at the Thames. Mrs Graves, of Hawera, is at present in New Plymouth, on account of her father’s (Colonel Stapp) health. Miss Perry, of Manaia, is visiting her aunt, Mrs Lawson, New Plymouth. . Mr Horrocks, of Inglewood, has been on a short visit to Wellington. Miss F. Sellers, who has been visiting’ her' relatives in Hawera, has returned to her home in Auckland. . Mrs F. J. and Miss Garrick, of Or- ■ well, Papanui Road, came back from a visit to Melbourne last week. Mrs Morton Anderson is giving a euchre party for Miss Kinsey this week. Mrs Walcot Wood and her two little children are paying a visit to “Swyucombe” (Kaikoura). Misses Royse (Dunedin) and Prosser (Melbourne) are the guests of Mrs -I. T. Peacock, “Hawkesbury,” Papanui Road. Mr Isaac Gibbs was a passenger for Auckland last Friday. He expects to return to Christchurch next week. Mr and Mrs W. B. Common left on Friday by the ’Frisco mail steamer, so they have commenced their travels in real earnest now. Mr Charles Louisson, Colombo-street N., gave a euchre party on Friday night: also Mr and Miss Bishop, Crniimer Square. The night was fearfully wet, but it did not prevent most of the guests being in their places.

Miss Gibson, the late Lady Principal of the Nelson Girls’ College, left Nelson on Monday for her home in Christchurch. Many of her friends accompanied her to the wharf. Mr and Mrs Richardson and their little girl left Nelson yesterday for Westport, much to the regret of their many friends. Miss Monica Bunny, of Nelson, has gone to Westport with Mr and Mrs Richardson. Miss S. Hunter Brown, of Nelson, is iu Wellington for a few days’ shopping. Dr. and Mrs Andrew returned to Nelson to-day after a short holiday trip to Wellington and the Wairarapa. Miss Paton, matron of the Nelson Hospital, is spending a short holiday with her people at Hope. Miss Brabant, of Auckland, who has been staying with her sister. Mrs Richardson, in Nelson, went to Wellington last. week. Miss Stewart-Forbes, of Nelson, has gone for a short trip to Wellington. Mrs W. Trolove has returned to her home in Kaikoura after a pleasant visit to Nelson. Mr and Mrs Holloway, of Nelson, have gone to Motueka for a short visit. The Rev. C. H. Garland, travelling secretary for the New Century Commemoration Fund, is in Nelson just now, and preached at St. John’s Methodist Church on Sunday. Mr Burnes has taken the place of Mr Mac Kay as accountant in the Bank of N.S.W., Nelson. He is a brother of ’Mr A. P. Burnes of that city. The Nelson Operatic and Dramatic Society will shortly stage “The Guv’nor.” Mr W. W. Squires is the stage manager. Mr and Mrs C. Dalgety. Christchurch, have gone to Rotorua on a visit. Captain and Mrs Bone, have taken the house recently occupied by Miss Fairhurst, Cranmer Square, Christchurch, and it is being renovated prior to their removal. Mrs Bloxam entertained a number of her young friends at her residence, Norman's Road, Christchurch. It was unfortunately a very wet day, but it takes more than that to damp young spirits.

Mr and Mrs Haydon, Papanui Road, Christchurch, gave a dance on the 22nd at Hobbs’ Buildings, Christchurch. Mrs C. Louisson, Christchurch, gave a book-title evening on Friday for her daughter, who is leaving on a visit to Melbourne for the winter. Mrs 11. W. Bishop and Mrs H. Sims, of Fendalton, Christchurch, gave a subscription dance last week in the Montreal-street Hall, a good many being present. Mr and Mrs James Burnett and family finally left Cl.| iStchureh for Wellington last week. The appointment of Mr Burnett took place some time ago, and Mr Hunter Macandrew has been filling his position in Christchurch several months. Mrs W. G. Edwardes (Wellington), wife of Mr Justice Edwardes, leaves on a trip to Europe by the next ’Frisco mail boat for the benefit of her health and intends also paying a visit to South Africa to see her two sous, who are at present at the seat of war. _ Mrs Colly is visiting Mrs Balcombe Brown in Wellington. Mrs Colly is a niece of Lord Roberts, who is at present commanding in South Africa, her mother being a sister of Lord Roberts’. Miss Duncan (Wellington) is the guest of Mrs Walter Johnston at Highden, Awahuri. Mrs E. D. Bengamin, of Auckland, has returned home after her visit to Sydney. The members of the Northern Club have extended the hospitality of honorary membership to the Auckland Club members during the rebuilding of their premises. Mr Henry Johnston, of Remuera, has left for Melbourne in connection with the business of the Kauri Timber Company", of which concern he is manager. Dr. Stuart Reid, of Auckland, is at the present writing in Oamaru, where he will marry Miss Ethel Connell, who has come out from England for the purpose. Dr. Reid, who is justly popular, will receive many congratulations from Auckland friends. Mr and Mrs Clarke-Johnson, who have been visiting their many friends in Auckland, have returned to Wellington.

Mr Chas. Gledstanrs, formerly of Kntikati and Auckland, who has been visiting his New Zealand home for some months, has returned to the Hebrides, where he is coffee-growing. He expects to be back in about two years’ time. Mr A. Beale, engineer of the Crown mine, at Karaugahake, has been presented with a handsome silver tea service by his friends iu the neighbourhood. the gift being made in view of his approaching marriage. Mr and Mrs Harold Johnston (Wellington) have returned from their honeymoon at Karori, und are now busy getting settled in their new home, Thorndon Quay. Mr David Nathan has returned to Wellington from a trip up country. Miss Githa Williams left Wellington last week for a lengthy visit to England. Mrs Arthur Russell (Palmerston N.) is staying with her parents, Mr and Mrs Williams, Wellington. Mrs George (Auckland) is paying a long visit to Miss Coates in Wellington. Mrs and Miss Bowen, of Christchurch, are visiting Wellington. Miss Johnston's residence in Fitzherbert Terrace. Wellington, now occupied by the Count and Countess de Courte, has Ijeen taken, for the session, by Mr anti Mrs Heaton Rhodes (Christchurch). Miss Tole, of Ponsouby, Auckland, has been on a visit, to Te Arolia. Mrs Edmund Mahony, of Epsom, Auckland, is at present at Te Aroha. Dr. and Mrs Knight, of “Severn House,” Ponsonby, gave a musical evening in honour of Mr and Mrs Clarke-Johnson on Monday evening last week. Miss Mary Macnieol, who has been on a month's visit to friends at le Aroha, is back again in Auckland. Miss J. Dawson,of New Plymouth,and her cousin (Miss D. Slggs, of Manaia) hare gone for a trip to Auckland. Miss Syme, of Hawera, has been paying Mrs Fraser, of New Plymouth, a short visit, but has now returned. Mrs Nicholson and Miss Nicholson, of New Plymouth, have been on a visit to Wanganui. Miss Newland, of Inglewood, is taking charge of Mrs H. Leatham s house while the latter is visiting Wanganui. Miss Godfrey, who was Matron of the Wellington Hospital for many years, has returned from her visit to England, and intends residing at Karori, Wellington, and is at present staying with Mrs Rhodes at “The Grange,” Wellington. Air and Mrs Duncan (Wellington) are staying with Mr and Mrs Arthur Pearce, at the “Camp,” during the alterations to their new residence in Fitz-Herbert Terrace. Mrs Crasdaile Bowen (Christchurch) is paying a short visit to Wellington. Lady Berkly and her family (Fiji) intend spending the winter with Mrs Somerville in Wellington. Mr R. R. Hunt, who has been down South on a trip, is back in Auckland. Mr Hunt's office, which adjoins the Auckland Club, was much injuretl by the fire in that building. Clarice’s B 41 Pills are warranted to cure Gravel, Pains in the back, and all kindred complaints. Free from Mercury. Established upwsvdH et3oyears. In boxes U«d each, of all (jaemiHttf ana Patent Medicine Vendors throughout the World. Proprietors, The Lincoln and Midland Counties Drug Company, Lincoln Iflnlnland -