WELLINGTON.

New Zealand Graphic, Volume XLV, Issue 18, 2 November 1910, Page 63

WELLINGTON.

October 28. At Trentham. Unusual variety has characterised tills last week's amusements. On •Saturday ‘ there were a good many people at Trent ham for the last day of the races, which was blessed with fine weather. Alany of the visitors from other places had not waited for Saturday. as it would have meant spending Sunday in Wellington as well, but all

the near at hand places were wen represented, as the day was excellent for motoring. Their Excellencies Lord and Lady Islington came from Featherston in their big car, which negotiated the Rimutaka-road —s* mmh dreaded by motorists —in ’good style. Lady’ Wington was wearing a tweed tailor-made, in a Hue black and white cheek, braided in black, black hat, with black feathers and a lace veil; Miss Stapleton-Cotton, who was with her, wore a shepherd’s plaid eoat and skirt, and an all-round turban of black velvet.

'Phe Vice-Regal party were entertained at luncheon and afternoon tea by the president of the Club (Mr J. B. Harcourt). Miss Harcourt wore a sapphire blue frieze coat and skirt, and a rustic hat of the same shade, with a eluster o£ clover and grasses; Mrs Elgar, black velvet tailor-made, and black hat with electric blue pleureuse plumes; Mrs W. Turnbull, black cloth, smartly strapped and braided, black hat with blue flowers; Mrs J. Dunean, green eloth coat and skirt, with kilted muslin collar and cuffs, black hat with flowers; Mrs Johnston (Highden), a black cloth Princess dress, smartly braided, black and white toque; Mrs Pharazyn (Wairarapa), pastel blue taajor-made and pale blue hat with flowers; Mrs S. Harcourt, pale grey cloth, ■braided in the same shade, grey hat, garlanded with flowers; Mrs G. Nathan (Palmerston), grey coat and skirt, grey and blue hat; Mrs McLean, dark green tailor-made, black hat W’reathed with flowers; Mrs D’Arcy Chaytor, dark serge tailor-made, faced with black, black hat, with marabout eockade; Mrs R. Sinclair, natural tussore tailor-made, and burnt straw hat, lined with black; Mrs C. Richardson, buff Shantung, black hat, wreathed with marguerites; Mrs Boyd, navy tailor-made, and black hat; Miss Burnes, dark blue coat and skirt, black hat; Miss Kennedy, green tailortmad«>, )and green hat wreathed with mimosa; Miss Pearce, blue frieze tailormade, and black hat lined with palest blue; Miss Blundell, black and white shepherd’s plaid tailor-made, grey hat, with flowers; Mrs Tripp, electric blue coat and skirt, and- hat of the same shade; Mrs Abbot, black, white shepherd’s plaid, white hat, with pink and blue roses; Mrs Biss, sapphire blue coat and skirt and black hat; Mrs Tweed, petunia, doth tailor-made, and black hat; Mrs Leckie, electric bine corded Shantung, with a design in black Shantung, black hat with roses. A Complimentary Dinner.

It was in honour of their new President (Lady Ward) that the Women’s Social and Political League gave a complimentary dinner on Thursday night. Palms and narcissi decorated the tables, the vases being connected with strands of ribbon in the same hues. Afterwards there was a little concert, in which several of the guests took part, among them being Miss Eileen Ward, Miss Donaldson, Miss Luke. Mrs. Morris, and Mrs. Moore. Eady Ward wore white eharmeuse with a draped tunic of jetted net and diamond ornaments; Mrs. Seddon (the retiring President) was in black satin and jet; Mrs. Mackenzie, black crepe de chine; Mrs. Keay Brown, black satin and jet; Mrs. Moore, black eharmeuse; Mrs. Dyer, black ninon de soie; Mrs. Fitchett, black chiffon velours, with sequin embroideries; Mrs. Vosseler, pale blue crepe de chine with crystal and silver galon; Mrs. Luke, black velvet and lace; Mrs. Morris, black eharmeuse; Miss McLean, white crepe de chine; Miss Eileen Ward, primrose ninon de soie over white satin, the tunic and sleeves edged with crystal embroidery; Mrs. Izard, pale blue chiffon taffetas; Mrs. Field, black crepe de chine over glace; Mrs. Buddo, black satin with fichu of lace; Miss Morris, ivory satin with a good deal of gold about it; Mrs. Lervey, white crepe de chine with pearl and gold passementerie; Mrs. Corrigan, inanve satin with lace and embroideries; Miss Lewis, vieux rose eharmeuse with lace and net sleeves. The Levien Home.

There was a great rejoicing at the Tawin Home, when the “Pound or Yard” Tea brought in donations totalling 740 lbs., besides numerous gifts of materials, garments ami furnishings. The children in the Home number 26, and their upkeep depends on voluntary subscriptions, so the housekeeping is often an anxiety. Now the small inmates will be able to live in clover for some time to come. A flower stall did good business, as there was eager demand for the

beautiful _ roses and lilies of the valley sent from Porirua by Dr. and Mrs. Hassall for the benefit of the Home. The guests were welcomed by the Committee, which included Miss Greenwood, Mrs. Luke, Mrs. Izard, Mrs. Hoby, Mrs. Rutherford, Mrs. Anderson, Misses Marrah, Mac Lean, Young and Archibald. Afternoon tea was refreshing after the walk from the tram, and much pleasure was given, especially to the children, by the music of Signor Vitetta’s siring band, who had generously given- their services for the occasion. Inspection of the Home revealed spotless neatness and a shining cleanliness, together with very healthy, happy-looking children, which made such a favourable impression on the guests that a number of new subscribers were enrolled. Miss Greenwood wore a black eoat and skirt, and a black and white toque; Mrs. Luke, navy tailor-made and black hat; Mrs. Findlay, grey tailor-made and black hat; Mrs. Izard, biscuit cloth coat and skirt, violet hat; Miss Holmes, mole eloth tailor-made and black and white toque; Mrs. Sprott, btaek coat and skirt with white and black revers, black hat; Mrs. Larnach, light tweed tailor-made and smart toque; Mrs. Corliss, mole eloth tailor-made and mole bat; Mrs. Miles, dark petunia cloth dress, black hat; Mrs. Richmond, dark blue coat and skirt and navy hat; Miss Morrah, blue tailor-made and blaek hat with roses; Mrs. Rutherford, grey coat and kirt and black hat; Miss Coates, dark blue frieze faced with black, black hat; Mrs. Hall, striped tweed coat and skirt and pale blue hat.

The Boys’ Institute. The Boys’ Institute benefited considerably by a garden party at Arawa House. Lady Ward and Miss Eileen Ward were very energetic in helping, and they had plenty of willing assistants. .The day ■was a delightful one, and all the arrangements were carefully made and well carried out. Lady Ward wore a black and white shepherd’s plaid tailor-made and a Leghorn hat with tulle and pink roses; Miss Ward had a grey rep linen coat and skirt, a black and white hat, and a pale blue scarf.

A further sum in aid of the Institute was raised by Captain Scott's lecture on his Antarctic experiences. The Town Hall held an enthusiastic and interested audience, which included Mrs. Seott. The explorer and his wife were tremendously cheered before and after the lecture, and there was an eager desire to make Captain Scott’s acquaintance. Mrs. Scott wore an artistic and graceful dress of peacock blue crepe de chine with embroideries of dull gold and copper. A Complimentary At Home. Quite a success was made by the complimentary At Home to Mrs. Sutcliffe, which was held in the Town Concert Hall on Monday night. In his speech the Mayor of Wellington referred to the generous help, Mr. Sutcliffe had always given to any cause she was asked to assist, and he complimented everyone on the result of the entertainment. By special request, Mrs. Sutcliffe gave the recitations, and she received two beautiful bouquets. Palms, ferns and arums decorated the stage. The first part of the programme consisted of a capital concert by some of Wellington’s leading musicians. Afterwards there came a jolly little informal dance, which was (much enjoyed. Mrs. Sutcliffe wore a princess gown of black chiffon velours, with a vest and sleeves of lace; Lady Ward was in black crepe de ehine and lace; Miss Ward, pale blue crepe de chine, the tunic hemmed with silver;Miss LloydHassell, a Princess robe of black sequin net; Miss Campbell, wihite ninon de soie, with silver embroidery; Mrs. Findlay, black crepe de ehine; Mrs. Herdman, white charmeuse draped with black lace; Mrs. Wilford, black velyet, and Irish lace. Afternoon Tea. Mrs. Hamilton’s tea was given to the friends who helped her so willingly at the opening of the Wellington Bowling Club’s season, when, as the president’s wife, she had the responsibility of superintending the afternoon tea arrangements for several hundred people. The Arts Club was the scene of the party on Friday, and very charming the rooms looked with their (harmonious colouring land quaint artistic furniture. Afternoon tea, songs, and various competitions helped to entertain the guests, and there was keen competition for information about the future, as foretold i>y a “wise woman.” Mrs. Hamilton wore a blue cloth tailormade, and black hat with pink rosea.

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