CHRISTCHURCH.

New Zealand Graphic, Volume XLVII, Issue 26, 26 June 1912, Page 68

CHRISTCHURCH.

June 22.

Afternoon Teas. Mrs. G. G. Stead entertained a few of her friends on Tuesday at her residence, Sumner, at an afternoon -tea. The guests were: Mrs. and Miss Bowden, Mrs. Denniston, Mrs. and Miss Burns, Mrs. H. ’H. Loughnan, Mrs. and Miss Merton, Mrs. Wilding and Mrs. Harley. An afternoon tea was given by Mrs. Richardson at Cashmere Hills on Friday. Those present were: Mrs. G. Rhodes, Mrs. Onslow, Mrs. Denniston, Mrs. Raymond. Miss Thomas, Miss Tabart and Airs. Stringer. Concert. The Christchurch Orchestral Society gave the second concert of their season on Wednesday evening at the Theatre Royal. The vocalists included Mrs. Arthur Meade (soprano), and Mr. Ti'evor Thomas. The programme, chiefly o-f instrumental music, was excellently given, especially the opening overture from “ Semiramide ” (Rossini). The large audience was most enthusiastic. Mrs. Arthur Meade sang “Gai Papillon,” written by Andrew Hawley, and Mallinson’s “ Gloriana,” in her usual charming style. Mrs. Trevor Thomas gave Sargeant’s song, “ Blow, Blow Thou Winter Wind. Mr. Alfred Ilunz was conductor, and Mrs. Twyneham was leader of the orchestra. Mrs. Meade wore a handsome robe of silver sequined net over pale blue silk. Two beautiful bouquets were presented to her. Amongst those present were: Mr. and the Misses Pyne, Mrs. Wilding, Mrs. Blunt, Mrs. J. Williams, Mrs. Bennett, Mrs. Macbeth, Mrs. Stringer, Airs. Herman, Professor and Mrs. Wall, Miss Guthrie, Mrs. Gabbatt, Mrs. Carey. Misses Meir, and Mrs. Peate.

At the Theatre Royal. Mr. Alexander Watson opened his season on June 20th, with Shakespeare’s “Macbeth,” and ‘it was a most interesting and instructive entertainment. Amongst those present were: Mr. and Mrs. 11. H. Loughnan, Mr. and Mrs. Nixon, Misses Bullen (2), Dr. and Mrs. Newell, Mr., Mrs. and'Miss Malcolm, Mrs. Dalgety, Miss Burnett, Rev. J. and Mrs. Cocker, Mrs. and Miss Duncan, Miss N. Duncan. Miss N. Guthrie, Dr. and Mrs. Gow. the Misscss Brown (2). Personal. Mr. and Airs. Savil, who are spending the winter in CJiristchureh, have sent out invitations for a small dance. Captain and Mrs. Macarthur Onslow (Christchurch), left last week for Sydney for a short time.

Miss M. Shaw (Hawke’s Bay) is stay ing with Mrs. George Rhodes at “ Elm wood” (Christchurch).

Miss D. Bennett leaves Christchurch shortly for a trip to England. Mr. and Airs. E. F. J. Grigg (Amberley) have been spending a few days in Christchurch.

Mrs. Gower Burns (Christchurch) is visiting Timaru. Miss Macdonald (Christchurch) is staying with friends in South Canterbury. ■

Mrs. Inman has returned to Christchurch from the North Island.

The Misses Watson (Wellington) are spending a short time in Christchurch. Aliss Babington, (Christchurch) has gone to Oamaru. Alias Knubley, who has been staying in Christchurch, has returned to Timart. Airs. Stead (Christchurch) is staying at her residence in Sumner. Mr. and Mrs. Gerald Stead (BraCßeltfield), have been spending a few days iu Christchurch.