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New Zealand Graphic, Volume XXV, Issue XII, 22 September 1900, Page 554

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Miss Hislop.AVellington, has returned from her lengthy visit to Auckland.

Miss Bourne, Nelson, has returned to England by the Gothic, which left Wellington on September 13th. Mr and Mrs Newman (Raugitikei) and their little daughter have gone for a trip to the Old Country in the Gothic.

Mrs Wardrop, Christchurch, is staying with Mrs Heaton Rhodes in Wellington. Miss Quick, Wellington, has returned to her home from Nelson.

Mr and Miss Nisbit, Australia, who have been in Wellington for the last two or three months, left by the Mokoia for their home last week. Mrs McPherson. England, is paying a visit to her old friends in Hawke’s Bay before leaving New’ Zealand again. .Mr James Muir, hydropathic specialist and meteorological observer to the Government, Te Aroha, has been offered and accepted an important position as travelling representative in the colony, for the New Zealand Hug and Export Co. Previous to studying hydropathy’, Mr Muir had two years* experience at the hand-loom weaving in Kilbarchan, and six years’ in the manufacturing of, woollens in Glacgow. Mr Muir proceeds from Auckland to Wellington next week to the Wellington Woollen Mills in connection with his appointment. Mr., and Mrs. Firth, Wellington, are spending the holidays in Nelson, where they are the guests of Mr. and Mrs. Littlejohn.

Bishop and Mrs. Wilson arrived at Christchurch last week on a brief visit, and are the guests of Bishop and Mrs. Julius.

The Misses Townend, of Christchurch, joined the Gothic in Wellington last week, going Home by her for a trip to Europe.

His Excellency the Governor opened the Wellington Academy of Fine Arts on Saturday, at the East Gallery in Whitniiore>-street. The pictures are »ery numerous, and the exhibition is unusually interesting.

The admirers of Lieut.-General Baden-Powell in the Wellington district., are sending him an 18-carat gold cigar ease, in memory of his gallant defence of Mafeking. The case is very beautifully chased, and represents Baden-Powell in the trenches at Mafeking, directing the defence Of the garrison, and the words “ ’Twas nobly fought,’’ are inscribed above. The case was manufactured by Messrs Littlejohn and Co., and reflects great credit on the firm.

Mrs Rattray (Dunedin) is staying in Wellington with Miss Izard. The Wellington Star Boating Club are to open the rowing season on the 29th in st., and His Excellency the Governor and Lady Rnnfurly have promised to attend the opening ceremon v.

Miss Douglas, daughter of Sir Arthur Douglas, Wellington, is the guest of Lord and Lady Ranfurly at Government House.

Mr James Mills, general manager of the Union Company, is paying a visit to Wellington fnom Dunedin.

Mr Arthur Duncan ha»s won the championship of the Wellington Golf Club, Messrs Jackson and D. Pryde being the runners-up. The boys of Nelson College have erected a tablet iu the College to the wworv <»f Gunner Monl’ar and Troo-

per Pooie, who were old Nels n <’ 1lege boys. The tablet, which is of brass, is a very handsome one, and was designed and executed by Mr W. Bock, of Wellington. A most interesting leeture on "Schiller,” was delivered at the Girls’ High School, Wellington, by Mr J. W. Joynt, M.A., on Tuesday evening. Lady Constance Knox and the Hon. Hill-Trevor were among the large and fashionable audience.

Captain G. C. B. Wolfe, who has been engaged for the last two sessions as Committee Clerk at the House of Representatives, has resigned his appointment, having been appointed Commanding Officer of Volunteers for the Nelson District. His colleagues of the Parliamentary staff presented him with an address, and a case of silver mounted pipes, as a parting souvenir.

The Rev. W. Gray Dixon, of St. David’s Presbyterian Church, Auckland. has returned from Sydney, whither he went to get married. On Thursday last a social of welcome was given in honour of his bride at the St. Sepulchre's schoolrnsom. The room was very beautifully decorated. Speeches of welcome were made and replied to, and a very excellent musical programme was gone through. The Ven. Archdeacon Dudley was amongst those present, and with his usual charm of manner welcomed the Rev. Mr Dixon and his wife to the neighbourhood. The event of the evening was the presentation of a handsome marble clock and splendid silver salver from the congregation. The presentation was made by Mr Patterson, who presided, during the evening. Mr and Mrs Dixon may well feel proud of their popularity, as evidenced by the enthusiasm shown at the social.

Mr A. L. Smith, who has left Dunedin for South Australia, was. before his departure, the recipient of a. handsome presentation from the employees of the Massey Harris Co., whose head traveller he has been for years. The presentation consisted of an address and a case of pipes, with a. dressing case bag for Mrs Smith. Mr G. Dunnet., French Consul, Auckland, returned fuom Sydney by the Elingamite last Monday. Mr James Kirker, manager of the South British Insurance Company, Auckland, left by the Zealandia on Monday for Sydney.

Mr and Mrs Robert Frater, and Miss Frater, of Takapuna, were passengers by the Zealandia from Auckland for Sydney. After visiting the principal cities in Australia they will return via the Bluff.

Among the passengers who left Auckland by the Zealandia for Sydney were Mr and Mrs Isidor Alexander and Miss Ale- inder.

Mr W. G. \. ood, of Napier, who is leaving there ■ >r Wanganui, was prior to his depart :e presented with a handsome tr: iling rug by Mr George Marshall, o.: Ivehalf of /the United Cricket Club. (or which M± Wood has for some ti. , ■ past been at most able secretary.

Mrs Lines, of the Bank of New South Wales, iapier, is leaving there for a visit to luripapanga.

The many friends of Miss Hilda Hit eliings atre delighted to see her back in Napier again after her long residence in England. Dr. and Mrs Ronald, of Napier, hate left for a visit to Sydney. Mr W. H. Cooper, of Napier, is leaving for Wellington. Last Saturday he was presented with a set of razors from his fellow clerks in the firm of Messrs J. Vigor Brown and Co.

Mr. Mrs and Miss Boult have arrived from Auckland. They are staying with Mrs Banmehr, of Hastings, and intend giving a grand concert in the Athenaeum Hall, Napier, to-night. Mr Tuke, of Waipukurau, has left for Napier to take charge of St. Augustine’s Church there.

Owing to her approaching marriage with Dr. Irving, of Christchurch, and late of Napier, Miss Tutin has resigned her appointment as matron of the Napier Hospital.

Miss Ferry, of Masterton, who has been paying a long visit to her sister, Mns McKay, of Napier, returned home last week.

Mrs Sidey, of Dunedin, has left her aunt, Mrs Davidson, of the Bluff Hill, Napier, nnd has gone to stay with her mother, in Auckland.

Miss I. Goldwater from Auckland is ■pending her term holidays with her parent ■ iu New Plymouth.

Mr NobJf. of the Auckland Post has been on si short visit to New Plymouth, but lias now returned.

Mr Pridham, of New Plymouth. on account of ill health has gone for a trip to Auckland aud Rotorua. Miss Walker, of New Plymouth, has g-one for a trip to Auckland.

Mr and Afrs Burg, who have been on a visit to Wellington, have returned to New Plymouth.

Last Thursday evening at the Criterion Hotel, New Plymouth, a number of friends assembled to bid farewell to Mr Garry, conductor of the Town Band. Mr Dockrill (Mayor) after making an appropriate speech, presented him with a purse of sovereigns. Mr Garry suitably responded. Captain Taunton, on behalf of the Guards, also presented Mr Garry with a very handsome silvermounted cane aud cigar case, as a souvenir of their appreciation of his assistance at several of their socials held at the club.

The numerous friends in Christchurch of Mrs Howie will be glad to bear she is on her way back to New Zealand. It was considered probable at one time that she would proceed to England.

Mr and Mrs F. M. Wallace have returned to Christchurch after a very enjoyable week in Wellington, the first part of which they spent with Mr and Mrs Embling. the remainder with Mr and Mrs John Prouse. On Tuesday Mr Wallace put in rehearsal “The Ode,” composed by Mr Maughan Barnett, of Wellington, the words by Mr O. Alpers (Christchurch), for the opening day of the Exhibition. The chorus numbered over 200, and all seemed greatly pleased with the music.

Mr and Mrs T. W. Stringer, Christchurch. had a pleasant week in the Empire City, and returned on Sunday.

Mr and Mrs John Anderson are making a short visit to Wellington. Mr and Mrs Joseph Palmer are baek at “Woodford,” Papanui, after spending the winter at Sumner.

Mrs J. Deans, Riecarton, in recent letters from her husband and daughter, hears they are spending a delightful time in Scotland, and greatly enjoying the scenery there.

Mr and Mrs J. A. Randall, after spending a week or two at Clearwell, came up to Christchurch, and are staying with Mr and Mrs Malet, Ar-inagh-street, until they leave for England by the Gothic.

Mrs J. Hjime returned from Wellington recently, and has been staying with Mrs G. Merton, Park Terrace. The late news from South Africa must make her feel hopeful of very soon seeing her husband back.

Miss Wilson (Dunedin) is on a visit to her sister, Mrs It. Brown, Holly Road, St. Alban’s. Mrs J. H. Hall and the Misses Hall, of Riecarton, are at Sumner for a month.

Mr and Mrs Bloxam aud family are spending the holidays at Sumner. Miss Mills (Dunedin) is visiting her sister, Mrs J. H. Beswick, at Fendalton.

Miss Ollivier has returned to Christchurch, and will take charge of the housekeeping at Christ’s College for Mrs Andrews, beginning her duties at once. She is looking remarkably well, and all her old friends are glad to welcome her back.

Bishop Wilson, of Melanesia, is paying Christchurch a short visit, and is the guest of Bishop and Mrs Julius at Bishopscourt. However, it is not all holiday with him. He preached to crowded congregations at St. Michael’s on Sunday morning, while at the Cathedral in the evening many were unable to obtain admission. On Monday evening he lectured at St. Michael’s schoolroom on mission work, and especially in connection with the Melanesian Islands.

Deep sympathy is felt for Mr A. S. Collins, of Nelson, and late of Kaikoura, whose daughter (Mrs WilsonSmith), husband, and child perished in the recent fire at Martinborough. Also for Mr J. Collins, one of the masters at Christ’s College, a brother of Mrs Wilson-Smith's, and who has many friends iu Christchurch.