WELLINGTON.

New Zealand Graphic, Volume XLVI, Issue 6, 9 August 1911, Page 63

WELLINGTON.

August 5. Poster BallAit er a postponement and a great deal of hard preliminary work the Poster Ball came off most successfully in the Town Had on Thursday night. There was a general buzz and excitement going on, especially in the gallery, Where onlookers were allowed in for a moderate fee, and the interest taken in the poster competition was very warm indeed. Among so many excellent costumes the judges found it extremely difficult to make the awards, but many of the unsuccessful posters found balm in the. extra applause they received from the spectators. A general glance at the assemblage showed that laundry maids and Indian chiefs were very much to the fore, but in addition there were numberless others of al! dose Options. The best carried-out post.-r was considered to be that of the fe.' Zealand Shipping Company (Miss Bur wiiose white satin frock was tie' an-,l with tiny life-buoys, and had tin? - ripping Company’s flags in red and hive -atin arranged on the skirt, white iiio-.-e flags appeared in her hair (Littlejoint and Son were the donors). Miss 'But:, as a wedding cake (Godber’s), "on die prize (given by Grady’s), for t'v : Pettiest .poster. Her three-tiered bwas of white silk with bows of f'Oti < ribbon and garlands of orange blossom. while silver bells, horseshoes, slipper, nil adorned the tiers, the topmost *'• which—a wonderful erection —formed hoi head-dress. Very handsome was Aliss Greenwood’s poster, the robe of Mil rich brocade in pale shades of brown having a panel and sleeves of brown satin, the whole thing outlined in 'l'wvn ; , n j gold-framed miniatures. This (worn by Miss Lingard) secured the prize for the best photographic. Among jue many laundry representatives, the pidg, yi r 3 yj Gilmer first prize, 'he b.oked V ery trim and neat in white mushn, exquisitely got-up with “Victoria ■ •uin.iiy" in gold on the streamers of 1 : 'ip. Other excellent posters were "orn by Miss Mogg (Whitcomb and • "hose white satiiu frock' was W.led with red and black playing 'he nn.l her coronet was gowned in the w l 'Collins (Dr. Morse's TnIr'iU ''l')’ a lndian garb of buff s,' ~,n nnd treaded; Miss Olive sr •> c . Aloore’s Rembrant's Studio) v.l,;i^' 1 , eia ? w ’tT> bands on her (StaiJ • < ’ , ' a l* er *es; Miss Litchfield Bio i ?’ ai ’d Co.), a white satin dress, will, o? Wn n,non draperies caught up ’"an t V( T labels, and a white trade to indicate the firm's WooI!on' U Y. M ‘ ss Clark ’(Wellington en Company), a smart RiuaiM

Costume of blanketing, the stripes bordering the basque and skirt; Miss Standidge (Standidge and Co.), a harem costume of white satin, the tunic having brushes, palettes painted on, her headdress was contrived out of an oil-can; Miss C. Butts (Naismith’s Laundry) had a bright and effective costume of sctfrlet with white cap, apron and streamers; Sliss B. Fitzgerald (Wellington Candle Company) was in white satin with a pale tunic lettered in gold, and a tiara of tiny coloured candles in her hair. The Misses Maloney (Miss Walker’s Millinery Salon) were noticeable in maize charmeuse Josephine costume with modish hats of stretched black satin with the firm’s name in tiny yellow roses; Nelson, Moate and Co.’s teas were well advertised by a man in the picturesque Cingalese garb with a gold tea-pot as head dress.

In the fancy dress class (apart from posters), Mrs J. Fuller was awarded first place. As “Minnehaha,’’ she had the costume of an Indian chieftainess, the white kid tunic slashed and fringed and embroidered in beads, three eagle feathers were stuck in the fillet on her hair, and her fringed and embroidered moccasins Were most effective. Areally beautiful gown was worn by Mrs V. G. Macarthy as Lady Teazle. Over a quilt-d petticoat of pale blue satin was a robe of pink brocade, the paniers looped up with tiny flowers, and her hat was a huge black velvet one. Mrs Macarthy waived her award of first prize, as she was a member of the Ball Committee. Mrs J. Tripe looked well in white satin, with a fichu of lace; her hair was powdered to suit the period. Mrs Douglas Jackson was poudre in pale blue charnieuse draped with lace; Mrs Mathew Holmes had a quaintly becoming attire of the early Victorian epoch, with many ringlets, and black sandal ' shoes. Wonderfully bright and gay the Town Hall looked with an ever-shifting panorama of fancy dres son the dancing floor, while above were long draperies of rod, white and blue muslin and garlands of red and blue flowers. Palms bordered the stage (which were furnished gratis by the Scoullar Co.), and along the edge were closely set baskets of red camellias, the same cheery flowers being lavishly used in the supperroom. The vice-regal table was fragrant with golden wattle, yellow ribbons, and yellow cosaques carrying out the scheme. The judges of the competition Were: Mrs Field, who wore white satin veiled in black lace; Mrs Wilford, black charmeuse, with a burnous of veiled silver tissue; Mrs Ross, in pastel charmeuse and ninon. With them were Dr. Collins and Mr Wardell. During the evening the prizes were presented by His Excellency the Governor, who was present with Lady Islington and a party from Government House. Lady Islington wore ivory satin deftly draped with ninon in a subtle shade of blue, which was enriched with delicate gold needlework. a diamond circlet sparkled in her dark hair, and she had also a long chain of diamonds; her picturesque wrap was of transparent black ninon. Miss Stapleton Cotton’s vivid green charmeuse had dull gold embroideries, and in her hair was a wreath of leaves. Mrs Guise was in white satin, with a tunic of diamante ninon. Their Excellencies were attended by Mr Guise and Captains Shannon andi McDougall. A.D.C.’s. Many congratulations were bestowed on the committee, who arranged the ball, some of the most conspicuous members being:—Dr. Elizabeth Butts-Mills, wearing lotus blue ninon embroidered in dull gold, the tunic opening over white and gold lace; Mrs. Leckie, black chiffon velours, embroidered in jet, and finished with lace; Mrs. McViear (who presented Lady Islington with a bouquet of violets on behalf of the society),. black charmeuse, with a tucker and sleeves of lace;

Mrs. Gordon Reid, rich blue crepe de chine, with crystal galon; Mrs. Neil McLean, black charmeuse, with jet embroideries; Mrs. Fisher, mist blue ninon, with a tunic of lace and net; Mrs. Fitchett, -white satin with sleeves, empiecement of lace; Mrs. Corliss, emerald green ninon, with an overdress of black chiffon, the two ’colours intermingled with the dull gold embroideries; Mrs. Sydney Kirkcnldie, black ninon over ivory sa l in, with touches of vivid rose colour; Mrs. Winder, black satin and jet; Mrs. Gray, black charmeuse, with a tunic of black jetted ninon; 'Mrs. Elgar, ivory satin supreme, which resolved itself into a deep hem of black satin, over it being a graceful tunic of Chantilly lace, Mrs. Corlgan, pale mauve charmeuse, with a tunic of mauve crvatal-sewn ninon; Mrs. Tan Dunean, n handsome gown of golden brown brocade, with magyar bodice and sleeves of gold trellis

net; Mrs. Atkinson, black velvet and lace; Mrs. Coull, ivory satin with bands of cerise, and an overdress of black ninon; Miss Clark, pale blue ninon en tunique over white satin; Miss McLellan, pale blue crepe de chine: Mrs. 'Richardson, black jetted ninon: Mrs. Duncan, wore black ninon with entre deux of lace and embroideries of jet: Mrs. Letchfield was in black velours and lace; Mrs. Christie, pastel crepe de chine, veiled in ninon: Mrs. Fell, black satin and jet; Mrs. Chatfield, black charmeuse with lace and jet embroideries: Miss Brandon, ivory crepe de chine and lace; Miss Otterson, white charmeuse with crystal embroidery; Miss Hell. white chiffon satin with touches of palest pink; Miss Wylie, a Josephine gown of ninon; Miss Tweed, an Empire frock of charmeuse. draped with ninon; Miss Simpson, palest blue liberty satin, with 'tucker and sleeves of lace; Miss Miles petal pink crepe de chine. with a ninon tunic; Miss Kane, ivory crepe de chine, and lace; Miss Winder, sea blue charmeuse; The Exhibition Ball. Friday was rather a busy night as regards entertainments, so the exhibition ball was not so well attended as it would otherwise have been. Green baize screened off the somewhat gaunt and bare dimensions of the hall, and aided by palms, ferns, and flowering shrubs, made pleasant little retreats here and there. The orchestra, placed in the centre of the dancing place, gave tuneful and enticing music; a gay splash of colour, was afforded by strings of flags, and on the supper tables were crystal vases of spring flowers and deftly tied bows of pink ribbon. Mrs. Ballinger wore black crepe de chine, with jet embroideries, and a lace scarf ; her daughter was in charmeuse with a ninon tunic; Mrs. Luke, black velvet and jet; Miss Luke, ciel blue chiffon taffetas, draped in ninon; 'Mrs. Nathan, black charmeuse finished with lace; Miss Nathan, ivory satin and ninon; Mrs. Newton, black satin veiled in ninon embroidered in steel; Mrs. Seaton, black satin and jet; Miss Johnston, primrose satin veiled in ninon of the same shade; Mrs. Norwood, white paillette silk and lace; Mrs. Johnston, black chiffon taffetas and jet; Miss Bull, white charmeuse; .Miss M. Bull, pale pink satin veiled in ninon with crystal embroideries; Miss Quilter, mole ninon over geranium satin; Mrs. Fletcher, mole-coloured velvet. Civil Service Ball. A revival in the way of annual balls is that given by the Civil 'Service people. It is some years since the last ball, but the new committee is strong and influential. and success seems to be certain. A date towards the middle of the month has been selected, and •invitations are already out. Hockey Dance. The Gregg Hockey Club dance was a most enjoyable one, and 'went with a great swing and spirit. The Town Concert Hall was just comfortably filled, and the decorations of red and blue flowers and lycopodium were well carried cue, white narcissi being used for the supper tables. Mrs. F. M. B. Fisher wore ivory satin, with Irish crochet lace and fringe; Mrs. Revell, rose-pink messalinc; Mrs. Pitt, ivory crepe de sole and lace; Miss Nathan, ivory satin, the ninon tunic edged with fringe; Miss Ward, satin eharmeivse draped in ninon with silk embroideries; Miss 'McGrath, ivory chiffon •taffetas with lace sleeves and touches of silver; 'Miss Pickering, black velvet Princess dress; Miss Sullivan, pale blue sole de chine and lace; Miss Grey, livory satin with (pearl embroideries; Miss Lyons, cream satin and lace. Rinking. Rinking still holds its own as a popular winter sport, and Mrs. Walter Johnston’s party went oil’ extremely well. By now nearly everyone is expert on skates, so there are no longer the accidents Which obsessed the linkers, and filled the onlookers with sudden amusement or ■wild alarm in turn. The Kilbirnie Rink is in good condition, and by tram or motor is within easy reach, and on Thursday afternoon there were no out siders present. Afternoon tea was eagerly enjoyed Q>v everyone, ns even looking on seems thirsty work, perhaps on account of the dust. Carrying a cup of tea and a plate of cake while rinking demands skill and nerve, but one m»n aecmnnlished It successfully, althoii"h ■*. one time a catastrophe seemed imnune"'. Mrs. Johnston wore a Shantung gown in * peculiar shade of vienx rose, with «,

guimpe of net, her black satin hat had suit, upstanding plumes; Miss Coleridge was in a violet tailor-made, and a sailor hat with roses; Miss I. Coleridge, blue cktli and a tegal hat with a vivid touch of cerise. Among ths l guests were: Mrs. Turnbull, in black souple cloth and a black and white net blouse; Mrs. Elgar, navy cloth and black hat, with blue plum< <; Miss Brandon, dark blue doth ami black «iat, with tiny Howers; Mrs. T> mearr. black tailor-made and black plumed hat : Miss Burnes, blue coat, and skirt, hat with black wings; Miss Miles, eie\ coat and skirt, black and cerise hat'. Personal. Pending the arrival of the leading New Zealanders who are returning from the Coronation, there is no pronoftneed gaiety ai present. No doubt when the Ruapehu's passengers land there will be an ou'.iurst of congratulatory “At Home” receptions. All this week parliamentary people seem to be arriving and taking up their winter quarters here. Mr and Mrs Arthur Myers hr. ■ taken Mrs Seddon’s house on Golder’s Hill, and are in oceupalion there. The Hon. Mr Buddb and Mrs Buddo arc in rooms on the Terrace, ond in the same locality are Mr and Mrs Hine and Dr. and Mrs Buck. Sir Henry and Lady Miller are staying et Miss Pye’s, in Mulgrave-street, and Mr. and Mrs. Kerries are further afield at Miss Malcolm’s, where Mr Fraser (M.P. for Wakatipu) and Miss Fraser have had their permanent home for the past few years. At the same place are Sir Joshua and Lady Williams for their stay in Wellington. Mr Buick (M.P. for Palmerston), with Mrs and Miss Buick, are installed) at Caulfield! House, in Sydney-street. Mr and Mrs Newman (Rangitikei) have tak-n a furnished house for the session. Mr and Mrs Dunean (Marlborough) are staying with Miss Speed, in Hobsonst reet. Ihe Hon. Mr, Mrs and Miss Sinclair have come back from their flying trip to Sydney, and have settled down here again. Mrs James Allen is coming up from Otago for a few weeks. Dr. and Mrs Horton have returned after their wedding tour, and are staying with Mr and Mrs Fulton for two or three weeks before their final departure. Lateron Mr and Mrs Fulton will follow them to England, aftdl will probably settle down in that country, so as to be near their daughter. It will probably be next year before tiny are able to complete their arrangements and get away. Mrs Wilson (Wanganui) is in town for a week or two, staying with her parents, Mr and Mrs Kennedy. Her many friends are welcoming her arrival, as she has not been in Wellington since her marriage a few months ago. When she returns to Wanganui Miss Ewen is to accompany her for a visit.

OPHELIA.