AUCKLAND.

New Zealand Graphic, Volume XXVII, Issue VI, 10 August 1901, Page 275

AUCKLAND.

Dear Bee, August 6. OPERA DRESSES. Mrs C. M. Nelson wore black satin, and white opera cape; Miss Nelson was in black satin, paillettes on corsage; Miss K. Nelson, apple green silk blouse, and a black satin skirt; Mrs (Dr.) Lindsay wore black moire, with tucked net sleeves, white brocade opera cape; Mrs (Prof.) Egerton was in black satin, with cream Maltese lace caught with red ribbons on low corsage; Mrs Brett, black satin, black opera cape, with chiffon ruchings edged with white; Mrs Rainger, rich black brocade, with garniture of shaded crimson roses, white opera cape, with white ostrich feather trimming; Mrs Alfred Nathan wore an effective pale blue theatre corsage, with gold tinselled net sleeves, black satin skirt, pink brocade cape and diamond necklace; Mrs Talbot Tubbs, black evening dress, with cream Maltese lace on decolletage; Mrs Pond, pink silk blouse, black silk skirt; Miss Pond, white silk; Mrs J. XV. Rees, black silk gown, with a white silk vest; Miss Rees, pretty light evening dress; Mrs Self, cerise silk blouse, white lace collar, black silk blouse, Mrs Moss Davis, black brocade, with sequin bodice; the Misses Davis wore white silk frocks; Mrs E. Dufaur, white silk blouse, trimmer! with lace and black satin skirt; Miss Dixon, white silk; Mrs John Chambers, azure blue silk; Mrs U. Lloyd Brett,

black silk, with touches of pale blue, and a white opera cape; Mrs V. Rice, gowned in violet satin, with a white design and a white satin yoke; Mrs R. M. Watt, blue surah silk; Mrs I. Alexander, grey brocade, with amethyst silk sleeves and velvet points on low corsage; Mrs Dignan, black evening gown; Miss Banks wore black satin, with paillettes on corsage; her sister also wore black satin; Mrs Maitland, black silk gown, white cape; Miss Buddle, blue silk bodice, with cream lace bolero, black skirt; Mrs (Dr.) Lewis, black, white opera cape; Miss Lewis, white; Mrs Wiseman looked well in white satin, veiled in black sequined net; Mrs Rathbone, black silk, with white vest and revers strapped with black velvet; Miss Lennox, black, with white cape; Miss K. Lennox, black, black cape, with touches of white; Miss Ruddock, black, white opera cape; Miss Myers, white glace silk blouse, black silk skirt; Miss E. Myers, pink silk; Mrs Shakespear, black gown, corsage bouquet of crimson roses; Miss Brigham, pale blue velvet blouse, black skirt; her sister wore white; Mrs XV. S. Douglas, black and silver Oriental silk bodice, black silk skirt ; Miss Dacre wore a blouse composed of blue satin ribbon and white lace insertion, black skirt; Mrs Peacock, black, white cape; Miss Peacock, primrose satin; Miss M. Peacock, white silk: Mrs Sowerby-. black velvet gown; Miss Pittar, crimson silk blouse, black skirt; Mrs Cheeseman. white silk, crimson roses; Miss Keesing, black silk, with pink silk yoke and sleeves; Miss Peacocke, ruby silk, white cape; Mrs De Montalk, pink; Mrs Brown, black evening gown. SMART SOCIETY BALL. The evening fashions of the season were admirably’ pourtrayed at the ball given for the benefit of the Society tor the I’roteot.ion of Women and children and the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals last Thursday. The Choral Hall looked its best amidst cool palm decorations and crimson bunting; the luxuries of smart folk, new gowns, and more youth and beauty than I have seen at a dance for a long time. I must not forget the supper laid in the ante-room, amidst lovely fresh daffodil and jonquil decorations, and dishes that would have gratified the greatest, epicure. The music supplied by Meredith’s band was, as usual, ot a high standard. Such a ga.iaxy of lovelygowns was there everywhere around that I have but vague visions of chiffon and lace. Amongst those present I noticed Mrs Goodall, who was gowned in black velvet, en traine, with Maltese lace deftly arranged on the bodice; Mrs C. M. Nelson wore a black velvet gown, with berthe of rich cream lace and cluster of red flowers; Miss Nelson was in a black evening gown, brightened with crimson roses; Miss K. Nelson looked charming in ivorysatin, with corsage bouquet of cloth of gold roses; Mrs Alfred Nathan, black silk and chiffon, embroidered with jet; Mrs Sidney Nathan, lovelywhite brocade.with touches of the new shade of blue; Mrs Dargaville, black satin, relieved with white; Miss Dargaville looked well in a black trained satin, with garniture of crystal trimming and white chiffon; Miss Julia Nathan wore a beautiful Limerick lace gown over flesh pink silk; Mrs (Dr.) Parkes beautiful ivory brocade, with ruffling® of black chiffon and jet butterflies, was very effective; Mrs F. Baume wore a white silk, with numerous flounces, and an elegant black cloak; Miss Levi, pink crepon, en traine; Mrs A. E. Devore was gowned

tn a black brocaded satin, and wore lovely daffodil silk cloak; Miss Lillian Devore looked charming in a white tucked silk; Mrs Hohnes, exquisite white brocade, en traine; Mrs I. Alexander, white satin, veiled in rich black lace; Miss Z. Thorne George looked sweetly pretty In white satin, ruffled with chiffon; Mrs Elliot Davis wore her lovely white satin, with a spray of pink roses on the low* corsage; Mrs (Dr.) King was in black, embroidered with jet; Mrs Lyons, salmon pink satin, with over-skirt of soft creamy lace; Mrs E. Ashton, black, with corsage bouquet of pink roses; Mrs (Dr.) Lowe looked well in a very pretty blaek net gown, embroidered with silver galoon; Mrs Edmiston, black satin gown, softened with lace, transparent sleeves; Miss Edmiston wore an effective coral pink silk, with decorations of creamy lace and black bebe ribbon; Mrs Lusher, black silk, spangled with jet, white mousseline de soie fichu; Miss Essie Holland was graceful in white silk; Mrs Arch. Tayler wore a harmony of black and daffodil satin; Mrs Benjamin, elegant black brocade, with touches of white, white aigrette in coiffure; Mrs Moss Davis wore a black satin striped voile, embroidered with jet, and a spray of violets on the low corsage; Miss Moss Davis, rich ivory white satin, pink roses on low corsage; Mrs (Dr.) Knight, pretty black satin, the bodice embroidered with sequins, long grey cloak; Mrs Myers, handsome black gown; Miss Lillian Coomber looked charming in white brocade; Mrs Haslett was in black satin, with long transparent sleeves; Mrs St. Clair, black evening gown; Mrs (Dr.) Lindsay looked exceeding well in a white figured satin, with cape en suite; Mrs McK. Geddes was gowned in black silk; Mrs Henry- Wilson, handsome black satin gown; Mrs Montgomery, elegant heliotrope brocaded satin, the bodice being thickly- encrusted with pearls; Miss Cruickshank was graceful in black satin with suggestions of pink; Miss Fanny Hudson wore a dainty frock of white silk with long lace sleeves; Mr (Dr.) Grant, pretty black evening gown; Miss Muriel Whitson (debutante) wore soft white silk; Mrs A. B. Donald, black brocade; Miss Donald was in black with shoulder straps of white roses; Miss Winnie Leys wore a handsome black Brussels net over black silk; Miss Belle Moir, azure blue brocaded satin blouse and a black skirt; Miss B. Atkinson, black evening gown with pink shoulder straps; Miss Ethel Atkinson wore Nile green satin; Miss Peacocke, pretty white satin; Miss Borlace (Wanganui), Nile green brocade; Miss Reid was in black with garniture of shaded pink roses; Miss Horton’s white silk veiled in spotted chiffon was very much admired; Miss Annie Berry, soft white silk; Mrs XV. Sharland looked very well in ivory white silk with touches of black velvet; Miss Richardson wore a rose pink silk much tucked, and with tiny frills round the skirt; Mrs J. R. Hanna, black brocade, with jet corsage; the Misses Mabel and Effie Hanna wore pretty white silk frocks brightened with pink roses; Mrs Littler, black brocade, en traine; Miss Keogh, black with white lace sleeves; Miss Fanny Preece, blue evening dress; Miss Allson wore a very pretty blue satin draped with white spangled gauze; Miss Laird looked well in black, her sister wore white with garniture of shaded roses; Mrs Leckie’s yellow satin with violet velvet was much admired; Miss Dolly Scherff looked

pretty in black, the bodice being embroidered vith sequins, forget-me-nots in her hair; Aliss Kennedy, white Milk with lace fichu; Miss Whitson was in black satin and silver; Miss Thomas, buttercup satin; Miss Ihtwbod looked sweet in white with cluster of pink roses on her shoulder; Mrs Gulliver, black brocade; Miss trances George, dainty white frock with decorations of satin; Miss Muriel George looked well In a soft cream gown with chou of ruby velvet on low corsage; Mrs Markham looked disting uee in black; Mrs Suggate, white brocade; Mrs (Dr.) La wry wore black satin relieved with white; Miss Kent was in white silk with shoulder straps of pink roses; Mrs J. J. Craig, elegant black satin and lace; Miss Claire Smith, black and pink; Mrs Haszard, black satin, the bodice deftly arranged with real lace; Miss May Cameron was charming in white with chous of turquoise velvet; Miss Dunnett was in a stylish black evening gown; Mrs (Dr.) McDowell wore black satin and jet; Miss Williamson, white lace over heliotrope, violet velvet berthe and belt; etc., etc. A LARGE “AT HOME.” Miss Hewin entertained a large number of her friends on Friday evening at St Benedict’s Hall, the evening being spent in progressive euchre and dancing. The hull (one of the best in the city for such a function) was tastefully decorated with bunting and greenery, graceful palms being arranged about the room on high wicker stands. The stage, with its artistic background, had the pleasing effect of a summer arbour, and was arranged with drawing-room lounges for accommodation of those who wished to enjoy a chat while looking at the dancing. Progressive euchre was played until 10.30, when light refreshments were handed round. The winning players were Miss Ledingham. who was presented with a lovely veil case made of green plush and white satin, and Mrs Devore, a very pretty glove case. Mr Angus won the gentlemen’s first, a cigarette case, and Mr E« Ashton carried off the second. a shaving and magnifying glass. During the interval between euchre and dancing Mr Walton and Mr Clegg contributed songs, and as both these gentlemen are singers of no mean order their items were highly appreciated. Miss Essie Holland, who accompanied. also played beautifully a pianoforte solo. With the exception of an interval for supper dancing occupied the remainder of the evening, the music being supplied by an orchestra Supper was served in the ante-room, end here also the decorations were most complete, and the table laid in really artistic fashion with the more substantial refreshments, together with the daintiest and most tempting of fruits, confections and wines. The fable was arranged in the form of the letter H. the initial letter of the hostess’ surname. Miss Hewin’s compliment to her many friends was truly handsomely given effect to. and that all appreciated thoroughly her hospitality may in some manner recompense her for her anxiety for their enjoyment. Miss Hewin was assisted In welcoming her guests by her sister (Mrs F. B. Winstone). Amongst the dresses I noticed the following: —Our hostess looked charm-

ing in an exquisite sea foam brocade, en traine, flouuced with green chiffon, the bodice being encrusted with pearl and crystal trimming, roses in coiffure; Mrs F. 15. Winstone looked exceedingly well in ivory brocade; Mrs (Dr.) King wore a handsome black silk with jet incrustations; Miss Cooper was in black with touches of turquoise blue: Miss May Cameron looked pretty in a black satin with jet bolero and chou of pale blue ehiffou in her hair; Mrs (Dr.) Grant was gowned in a black evening dress with crimson velvet bow in coiffure; Mrs AV. Johnston, black silk evening gown: Mrs E. T. Hart, shell pink silk blouse with creamy lace bolero and a black men - , skirt en traine; Mrs (Dr.) Lindsay looked extremely well in black silk and jet. white aigrette in coiffure; Mrs Haslett, black evening gown; Mrs AAoodroffe wore an effective white net embroidered with chenille over buttercup silk: Mrs R. M. Watt, azure blue merv. bodice and floral muslin skirt, clusters of pink roses on low corsage; Mrs Ernest Ashton, black silk gown; Miss Holland, yellow silk; Mrs A. E. Devore, handsome black gown with lace sleeves; Mrs Angus, black tucked ehiffon over pink silk; Miss Kennedy, white silk, the bodice strapped with rose pink velvet; Miss Savage wore chenille spotted chiffon over white satin; Mrs Isemonger, black chiffon over crimson satin; Miss Wright, apple green striped satin: Miss Atkins, white brocaded satin with chiffon rufflings; Miss Ledingham wore black satin with rich cream lace deftly arranged on bodice: her sister was in pink satin; Miss Choyee. black dress, blue rosette in coiffure; Miss Towsey looked graceful in white spangled gauze over pink satin; Miss Westwood, black evening gown; Miss W. Westwood, white silk with folds of vieux rose velvet forming square on corsage; Miss Crowther, dove grey silk, en traine. with touches of violet velvet; Mrs Lusher wore black with a pretty white mousseline de sole fichu, caught on the left shoulder, with dark red roses ; Miss Essie Holland, white satin with suggestions of heliotrope; Mrs W. Blaikie looked distinguee in a daffodil silk blouse with a black satin skirt; Mrs Frank Turner was charming in white silk brightened with yellow silk; Miss Turner wore black and crimson; Mrs Murray Bell wore white silk; Mrs Edgar Walton, white silk, pink cape: Miss Ross (Whanganui) was in a soft cream gown; Mrs Ryrie wore black satin and diamond ornaments: Miss Ryrie was in a tucked merveilleux. corsage filled in with black lace, and lace sleeves; Mrs Suter (Switzerland) wore black silk with touches of mauve; Miss Suter, pale blue with lace sleeves; Miss Ayling was pretty in pink: Mrs Kronfeldt wore an elegant black silk with jet: Mrs Dawson, handsome black satin: Mrs Lovell, blue silk: Miss Dickey, white silk: Mrs C. Brown, biack. Gentlemen: Messrs F. B. Winstone. Dr. Grant, Crowther. Dell, Angus. R. M. Watt. Dr. King. E. .Ashton. Grierson, Donald. F. Turner. Dr. Goldie. Coombe. ,T. J. Holland, E. T. Hart, Brown. Atkins. Savage. Woodroffe, Kronfeldt. Dawson. Beetham (Samoa)’ Brodie. Diddams. Keeble. A. R. Watson. Alexander. Redman. Neville, J. Dickey, Earl. Irving. Pritt. The institution of the Rev. AV. H. Wilson took place last Friday evening

at St. Luke’s Anglican Church. Mt. Albert. The ceremony was performed by Archdeacon Calder, assisted by Ker. J. I*. Cowie and Mr Wilson (Town Clerk). The last, mentioned has been taking- the services of St. Luke's for the last month in absence of a clergyman. The musical part of the service was performed by the united chorus of St. Luke’s and All Saints’, Ponscnby. Mr C. Kingsford, organist of Holy Trinity, Devonport, officiated at the organ. After the service A WELCOME SOCIAL was held in the St. Luke’s Parish Hall, where light refreshments, provided by the ladies of the parish, were handed round. During the evening Mrs Wilson, the wife of the incoming vicar delighted the audience with the song "The Holy City.” Amongst the ladies present were: Mrs Wilson, dark costume, hat with plumes; Mrs Grosvenor, brown costume, sailor hat; Mrs Drower, dark gown, white vest, brown hat trimmed with white; Miss Birdie Drower, fawn costume, turban toque of fawn material; Mrs Lewinberg, black silk; Mrs Hannah, buis coat- and skirt, red toque; Mrs Andrews, navy serge; Mrs Morris, dark skirt, fawn jacket; Misses May, mourning costumes; Miss Selby, mourning costume; Mrs D. Miller, plaid skirt, white blouse, red hat; Mrs Daisley, black; Miss Daisley, dark skirt, light blouse, white hat; Miss Ulaeklock. navy; Mrs Willis, black lustre, black bonnet; Miss Willis, brown: and her sister wore green; Miss Lucas, fawn; Mrs Garrett, mack cotstume relieved with white; Miss Garrett, Lincoln greet bolero and skirt, toque to correspond; and her sister wore brown; Mrs Wiseman, black costume, brown hat; Mrs Jamieson, black; Mrs Barker, black costume; Miss Miller, royal blue costume; Mrs Kerr-Taylor wore violet; and her daughters wore red; Miss Clarke, black; Mrs Cowan, fawn; and her daughters wore brown; Misses Smith, brown; Misses Chambers-Tay-lor, navy gowns, sailor hats; Miss Jackson, mourning costume; Mrs Calder, black; Mrs Waymouth, brown costume, brown toque with autumn leaves; Mrs Hurfit, fawn costume, sailor hat, white fur boa; Mrs Smith, dark skirt, fawn jacket, sailor hat; Mrs Harrison, dark costume, fawn cape, black bonnet; Mrs C. Taylor, black costume with black cape and bonnet; Miss Dixon, dark skirt, navyjacket turned back with fur, sailor hat; Mrs Wood, black costume, white sailor hat with red band; Misses Newall, mourning costumes: Mrs A. Wright, black gown, sailor hat; Mrs J. J. Dixon, black costume; Mrs May, mourning costume. Amongst the ladies who came from Ponsonby were Misses Wright, Williams, L. Williams, Kingsford, Harris, Lawson, Gregory, Mesdames Osmond, Calder, Stokes, Culpan, Lawson, Bedford. A most interesting lecture was given in St. Luke's Parish Hall during this week by Mr Ewington on the “Chinese Question,” which was much apprecated by those who were present. The attendance was very small. The lecturer deserved a much better audience.

PHYLLIS BROUN.