WEDDING BELLS

Bay of Plenty Beacon, Volume 9, Issue 84, 10 June 1946, Page 2

WEDDING BELLS

MENZIES—WARDLAW A pretty, distinctive wedding of widespread interest throughout the Waimana district was solemnised in the Waimana Church on May 13 last when Nola, eldest daughter of Mr and Mrs W. Wardlaw, of Waimana, was married to Charles Joseph, son of Mr N. and the late Mrs Menzies, of Nukuhou North. The Rev. Nummy of Taneatua officiated, whilst the wedding music was played by Miss P. McConnell. The Church, which had been tastefully decorated for the occasion, made a very charming setting for the ceremony, which included the singing of the beautiful composition “I’ll Walk Beside You” by Mrs G. Mitchell. The bride made a charming picture, as she entered the Church with her father. Her gracefully trained gown, of ivory slipper satin was fashioned on fitting lines, offset with sweetheart neckline, and a low waist. The pearl-studded bodice gave way to full-length sleeves, while her veil of Brussels lace fell in soft folds, and was caught to her head with a coronet of orange blossom. Her white shower bouquet was composed of chrysanthemums, carnations and smilax. Two dainty bridesmaids attended in the persons of Miss Joyce Hodgson and Miss Betty Wardlaw, cousins of the bride, who wore becoming full-length frocks of blue and pink organdie. Their Juliet caps were composed of pink and blue flowers, and each carried a shower bouquet of pink and blue autumn blooms. Little Dale Magner attended as flower girl, wearing a fulllength frock of lilac satin, and halo of the same material. She carried a horse-shoe of carnations and daisies. Mr Arthur Bethelheim carried out the duties of best man, and Mr Ron Wardlaw (brother of the bride) those of groomsman. Messrs. R. Bell, V. Fleming and F. Magner acted as ushers. As the couple left the church, they were presented with a floral lucky horseshoe, by little Barbara Magner. The reception, which took place in the Waimana Hall, included over two hundred guests who were received by Mrs Wardlaw in, a smart claret coloured suit, with velvet applique, and black accessories, and by Mrs John Ruff (the bridegroom’s only sister) who chose a smart black and white frock with black accessories. Each wore a shoulder spray of cream roses. The hall, which again was decorated with nikau palms and leaves, was the scene of a particularly happy gathering. A feature was the tall floral arch which surmounted the bridal table, whilst the three-tiered wedding cake was universally admired. The Rev. Nummy made a capable toastmaster, and saw to it that no dull moments occurred. The usual toast list was honoured, and at an appropriate interval, a much appreciated duet was rendered by Messrs. Fred Ruff and Jack Donnelly. Following the reception, a social and dance took place, the bride’s grandfather (Mr Horsfield) of Napier providing several enjoyable vocal items. . Mr and Mrs Menzies left later on an extended tour, the bride travelling in a smart suit of green checked material with black accessories.