CHRISTCHURCH.

New Zealand Graphic, Volume XXXI, Issue III, 18 July 1903, Page 201

CHRISTCHURCH.

Bear Bee, Jus» 7. The Christehunh Hunt Club had a delightful DAY WITH THE HOUNDS at Meadow-bank on Tuesday. A special train from Christchurch took out the party, and a drag conveyed the nonriders from the station to the homestead, where Mr. and Mrs. George Rhodes made all most heartily welcome. A light repast was ready on arrival, and then a short run or two. after which the whole party reassembled for luncheon, which was served in the handsome diningroom. More sport followed, the drag party getting some good views, and all again returned to Meadowbank for afternoon tea. Before starting back to town three hearty cheers were given for Mr. and Mrs. G. Rhodes. Among those riding were: Mr. and Mrs. A. E. G. Rhodes, Miss Rutherford, Miss M. Elworthy, Mr. and Miss Bassett, Messrs. Elworthy, W. Bond, Stead, Neave, Parkinson (2), Ballantyne, Clarkson, Rutherford and others. Driving were: Mrs. G. Rhodes, Mr. and Mrs. E. V. Palmer, Mrs. W. Bond, Mrs. J. Bond, Mrs. Kettle, Mrs. Rose, Mrs. Woodroffe, Mr. and Mrs. Haydon, Mrs. Bassett, Mrs. Jameson, Misses Elworthy, Stead, Tabart, Kettle, Cleveland, etc. On Friday the Hon. C. and Mrs. Louisson celebrated THEIR SILVER WEDDING, and gave a progressive euchre party, followed by a little dance in the Art Gallery, which was greatly enjoyed by all present. Mrs. Louisson wore a lovely silver grey erepe de chine gown, trimmed with aecordion-pleated chiffon frills and lace, and diamond ornaments; Miss

Louisson, white silk, trimmed with fine lace, and pink sash; Miss M. Louisson, a similar gown, with blue sash. A delicious sit-down supper was served, at which Mr. A. E. G. Rhodes proposed the health ot Mr. and Mrs. Louisson, and then dancing began. Among the guests were Mrs. A. E. G. Rhodes, in a handsome white satin gown, and diamond ornaments; Mrs. L. Haymon (Wellington), pale blue satin, trimmed with chiffon and lace; Mrs. 11. Harris, black satin, trimmed with Honiton lace; Miss Harris, black satin, relieved with yellow; Mrs. Stead, black satin and crepe de chine, diamond ornaments; Miss Stead, pale blue crepe de chine, trimmed with lace; Mrs. P. Campbell, black satin; Mrs. R. D. Thomas, blaek satin and Honiton laee; Mrs. H. Wood, blaek gown, relieved with violets; Mrs. (Dr.) Jennings, black brocade, trimmed with white lace; Mrs. W. Stringer, black lace, over white satin diamond ornaments; Mrs. de Vries, pink satin and ficelle laee; Miss Julius, black chiffon and satin; Miss Thomas, soft white silk; Miss Babiugton, black chiffon and silk, much tucked; Miss S. Kohn, white lace over satin; Miss Croxton, pale green erepe de chine; Miss MeClatehie, white satin and ficelle laee; Miss Symes, yellow silk, trimmed with laee; Miss K. Thomas, cream laee gown over satin; Miss Kettle, blaek net, relieved with yellow; Miss Steele, pale pink silk; Miss Ballin, soft white silk and chiffon; ete.

A great crowd went to see THE SKATING CARNIVAL on Thursday evening at the Colosseum. Some of the figures performed in fancy dress were very pretty. The pastime of rinking has become a very general one, and there are now numbers of graceful skaters. Among the most regular visitors are: Mr. and Mrs. H. Quane, Mr. and Mrs. Norton, Mr. and Mrs. Wood, Mr. and Mrs. Woodroffe, Mrs. J. C. Palmer. Mr. and Mrs. J. Fairhurst, Mrs. and Oie Misses Louisson, Mrs. and Miss Waymouth, Mr. and Mrs. N. Macbeth, Mr. and Mrs. Sabine, Misses Stead, Kettle, Williams, Wilson, Gossett, Newton, Cotterill, Ballin, Snow, Wilding, Elworthy, ete. . .

From private letters received in Christchurch news comes of Mrs. Howie (who now sings under the name of Princess Tc Rangi Pai) that she was touring with the New Zealand Band, and creating a most favourable impression. The NewZealand Band also conies in for much praise wherever it has played. DOLLY VALE.