WELLINGTON.

New Zealand Graphic, Volume XL, Issue 24, 10 June 1908, Page 63

WELLINGTON.

Dear Bee, June 5. The numerous holidays we have had lately are almost enough to make one giddy with -trying to remember the reason for them. ,/The Prince of Wales’ Birthday was a glorious day, Ijke so many we .fcayh had lately, and all Wellington was out holiday-making. Races at Otaki attracted the sporting people, while hockey and golf matches fiietween rival towns and districts were responsible for much (if the travelling, A great many people went out to Trenthaip for golf. The popular ‘ ganie of Progressive Hearts was revived at AN EVENING PARTY given at the Hutt by Mrs. Harry Rose, for her guest, Miss Greenfield. Miss Cuff and Mr. Tidy handed in the lowest scores and received prizes, while Mr. Fulton and Miss Greenfield shared the consolation prizes. The drawing and din-ing-rooms were thrown into one for the players' convenience, and supper was laid

in the morning room, the tables being charmingly done with spring flowers and sprays of foliage. Elsewhere were bowls of rich-hued Chrysanthemums, giving an effective splash of colour. Mrs. Harry Rose wore white taffetas veiled in guipure lace, and finished with frills of lace; Miss Greenfield (Ballarat) wore ivory radium silk with bertha of lace; Miss B. Greenfield, white silk with an overdress of Russian net hemmed with plaid silk, having a smart sash of the same; Mrs. J. Rose, ivory crepe de chine. Among the guests were Miss Foster in pale blue chiffon glace, with epaulettes of lace; Miss Lee, black peau de soie, with Honiton lace bertha; Miss Treadwell, rose pink chiffon taffetas with tassels of silver and touches of lace; Miss Johnstone, white crystalline with lace bretelles; Miss Bodmin, rose-coloured radium silk, with lace bertha and sleeves; Miss Brickhurst, white eolienne and lace; Mrs. C. Allen, white crepe de chine and lace; Miss Cuff, chiffon taffetas and lace. A VERY PLEASANT “AT HOME” was given by Dr. Edith Huntley at her residence, “The Eyrie,” Kelburne, on Tuesday evening. The house is quite picturesque, and has wide balconies from which some charming views may be seen. There was some very good music, among the performers being Mrs Glover-Eaton who sang delightfully, and Miss May Newman, whom it is always a pleasure to listen to. Other items were contributed by Mesdames Levi, McVilly, and Mr Corrigan. Dr. Edith Huntley wore maize silk, with an overdress of black lace; Mrs T. Hislop, black chiffon taffetas, with white lace berthe; Mrs Corrigan, black pailette, handsomely trimmed with gold tissue and sequins; Mrs Glover-Eaton, black corded silk, black chiffon sleeves; Mrs McVilly, cream satin and lace; Mrs J. P. Campbell, black silk eolienne, with touches of pale blue velvet; Mrs Sprott, black taffetas and white lace; Mrs Kendal, black brocade, lace fichu and ruffles; Mrs Young, pretty frock of pale grey silk eolienne; Miss Ostler, black crepe de chine, with berthe of point lace; Miss McLean, blue chiffon taffetas; Mrs Levi, handsome black frock. Among others present were Mesdames Atkinson, Ostler, W. Young, Richmond, Rev. T. H. Sprott, Hon. T. W. Hislop, Messrs Corrigan, Richmond, Atkinson, Campbell, Hoggard, Bretherton, and Dr. Young. On Wednesday evening the Rev. J. Kay and Mrs. Kay were “AT HOME” AT THE VICARAGE, WA DESTOWN, to the united choirs, and Sunday school teachers of the churches at Wadcstown and S. Anne, Northland. Some very good music was supplied by members of the choirs, and guessing competitions created much amusement. Mrs Kane gave another of her delightful “AT HOMES” on Tuesday afternoon, which was largely attended. The decorations were quite a feature, especially at this time of the year, when flowers may be said to be “off.” The looms were bright and gay, a few late chrysanthemums made a charming spot of colour. The tea tables were done with trails of autumn-tinted leaves and lycopodium, and tall vases of mimosa gave a very artistic effect. During the afternoon there were songs and recitations, notably one of the latter by Miss Harding-Maltby. Mrs Kane wore black crepe de chine, with yoke and ruffles of white lace; Miss Kane, pretty frock of violet cloth much braided; Mrs F. Fisher, old rose cloth, hat with large roses; Mrs S. Wheeler, pale blue cloth, blue hat with black tips; Mrs Bucholz, Indian red cloth, hat to match; Mrs Stafford, black cloth, with white vest, large black hat; Mrs Tringham, cream serge, heliotrope hat with shaded chrysanthemums; Mrs McEwan, cream serge, brown hat with shaded roses; Miss Vida Bristow, pale green Shantung silk, green hat; Harvey, green frock, with touches of cream, black hat; Mrs Sinclair, eiel blue, hat to match; Miss Reid, tabae brown, brown hat with cream ospreys; Miss Ketnber, pink frock ..with touches of brown, pink hat with brown roses; Mrs McCarthy, pretty white and black gown, large picture hut; Mrs Bristow, blue tailor-made; Mrs Smith, biscuit cloth, much braided; Mrs Etherington, black and white checked tweed, Eton coat, black toque; Mrs T. K. Macdonald, handsome black gown, black anil white ha Miss Seed, brown silk, cream ▼eat; Miss E. Haise, pale blue cloth,

black hat. . Others present were Mesdames Young. Denniston, Kennedy, Ful-. ton, Misses Jones, Hassell, Robertson, Finch, Ward ami Stafford. A GAY LITTLE DANCE was given at the Sydney-street schoolroom on Monday night for the stallholders and assistants at the Dominion Bazaar in aid of the Basiliea, recently held in the Town Hall. The hall was prettily decorated with palms and pot plants, whilst the stage was fitted up as a drawing-room, and made a cosy rest-ing-place between the dances. Flem-

Ing’s band supplied the* music. Among the guests were Col. and Mrs. Collins, and Major Hughes, D.S.O. PERSONAL ITEMS. Miss Hannah has gone to Sydney to join Mrs. ami the Misses Hannah, who intend to spend the winter there. Mr. ami Mrs. Jaekson, who were here lately for a time, have returned to Masterton. Miss Harding is back after a round of country visits.

Miss K. Mackenzie has gone to Sydney for several weeks.

Dr. and Mrs. Palmer (Watrarapa), have gone back after a stay here. Mr. ami Mrs. Mac Ewan are going* to England for a trip in a few months' time. Dr. Pollen is back after a trip to Nelson. Miss Stafford, who has been paying a round of visits in Marlborough, is back in Wellington again. Mr. Andrew has gone back to Otaki after a week or two here. Miss Gibson (Melbourne) is re-visiting Wellington after an absence of some years. She is staying with Mrs. Malcolm Ross. Mrs. Glover-Eaton, who has made many warm friends here, has left for Australia en route to the Old Country. She came out a few years ago with an invalid son, whose health was at first so much benefited by the change that his sudden death two or three months ago—came as a terrible shock. Mrs. GloverEaton’s departure is a great loss to musical circles. She received many tokens of esteem, including a handsome cheque from the choir of St. John’s, and takes with her universal sympathy. She hopes that her grief may be. alleviated by rejoining the other members of her family from whom she has so long been separated. Miss Barsht is visiting friends in Dunedin. * Mr. and Mrs. Godden, who are recent arrivals from England, have decided to remain in Wellington for an indefinite period. Mrs. Godden i s an artist who has exhibited with much success at the Paris Salon and at other famous art institutions. She intends to- set up a studio here. Mrs. and Miss Gill are back after a stay in Blenheim. Mrs. Stanton Harcourt has returned after her trip to Sydney, where she accompanied her mother and sister (Mrs. and Miss Dean). The latter are now on their way back to the Old Country after several months spent in New Zealand and Australia. Miss M. Macdonald, who has come up from Dunedin for a visit, is staying with Mrs. Monro, at Haitaitai. Miss Hunter has returned to Napier after a sojourn in Wellington. Mrs. W. Bendall (Palmerston) is visiting relations here.

Mrs. Costello (Timaru) is paying a round of visits in Wellington, and is at present the guest of Mrs. C. Tringham, Talavera Terrace. Mrs. Brandon (Wanganui) lias been here staying with Mrs. Ewart. Mrs. H. Eliott (Christchurch) is here visiting her mother (Mrs. Kennedy). Mr. and Mrs. J. Duthie (“Waiwehi,” Lower Hutt) have gone th Auckland and Rotorua for a trip. Mr. and Mrs. Eiehelbaum are paying a visit to Christchurch. Mrs. and Miss Binney (Auckland) are staying here for a few days before going to England by the Turakina. Miss Macpherson (Dunedin) is staying with Mrs. Simpson. Mrs. Amelius Smith has returned to town after a round of visits in Taranaki and Feilding.

OPHELIA.