WEDDING BELLS

Bay of Plenty Beacon, Volume 11, Issue 76, 5 September 1947, Page 4

WEDDING BELLS

MOLE—ANDERSON An essentially Highland wedding of widespread interest in Caledonian, circles in the Bay of Plenty took place in Knox Presbyterian Church, Whakatane, last Saturday afternoon, when Norma, only daughter of Mr and Mrs D. Anderson, of Victoria Avenue, Whakatane, was married to Harry Mole, elder son of Mr and Mrs Fred Mole, of Hamilton. Rev. H. M. Bell performed the ceremony and Mrs. A. Stewart presided at the organ.

The Caledonian Society’s Pipe Band of which the bridegroom was Drum-major turned out in full strength and provided a guard of honour at the church, and later at the Masonic Hall where the reception was held. The Scottish aspect was further enhanced by the fact that the bride was the daughter of the Chief of the local Caledonian Society, and as a result brother Scots gathered from far and near to honour the occasion, which was colourful and impressive.

Piped to the church door by Pipemajor Doug. Paterson, the bride who was given away by her father, very braw in the Anderson kilt, looked particularly attractive in a frock of white cloque fashioned on classical lines. The skirt fell away from the long fitting shirred tight waistline to form a train. The neckline was rounded, and the tight-fitting sleeves reached to a point over the wrists. Her veil was’ of embroidered tulle and formed a second train. It was held in place with a coronet of real flowers, which were matched by the blooms ii? her shower bouquet of daffodils, spring flowers and maidenhair fern. White suede shoes and stockings completed her toilette.

She was supported by Miss Christina Anderson (cousin of the bride) and Miss Betty Mole (sister of the bridegroom) as bridesmaids, who wore charming frocks of floral ninon, high-waisted and with ffrlly flared skirts. Heart-shaped necklines featured the bodice, with short puffed sleeves. Mitten gloves of silk net were worn whilst their hairdresses consisted of a neat spray of spring flowers. Their bouquets w ? ere of irises and white daffodils, and each wore a cameo pendant, the gift of the bridegroom.

Mr Brian Mole (brother of the bridegroom) attended as Best Man, and Mr lan Anderson (brother of the bride) as groomsman.

At an appropriate interval Mr D. Gage rendered the solo ‘l’ll Walk Beside You.’

At the reception, one hundred and thirty guests assembled to do honour to the young couple. They were greeted by the parents of both parties. Mrs Anderson wore a smart frock of black crepe wdth hat to tone and a floral spray of spring blooms, while Mrs Mole selected a navy ensemble with hat and accessories to tone.

Mr Wm. Hurst made an excellent Toastmaster and kept the proceedings in happy vain throughout. Here again the Scottish flavour was emphasised by the number of speakers with a broad Highland accent, especially Mr John Birrell, chief of the Taumarunui Caledonian Society and the number of cablegrams received from Scotland wishing the couple well.

The toast list was as under: ‘Loyal Toast’ Mr W. G. Hurst; ‘Bride and Bridegroom’ Mr W. G Hurst and the Bridegroom; ‘The Bridesmaids’ the Bridegroom, and the Best Man and Groomsman; ‘Bride’s Parents’ Mr J. Birrell and Mr D. Anderson; ‘Bridegroom’s Parents’ Mr C. F. Thomas and Mr Fred Mole Snr.; ‘Absent Friends’ Mr F. Boyack; ‘Officiating Minister’ Mr Doug. Paterson and Rev Bell; ‘Mr and Mrs Doug. Paterson’ Rev. Bell and Mr D. Paterson; ‘Mr and Mrs John Birrell’ Mr D. Anderson and Mr J. Birrell; ‘The Toastmaster’ Mr C. F. Thomas and Mr W. G. Hurst; ‘Auld Scotia’ Mr John Birrell.

At the conclusion of the proceedings, Mr and Mrs Mole, Jn., who were the recipients of many beautiful and valuable gifts left on their honeymoon tour, the bride travelling in a becoming navy costume with hat and accessories to tone.

On their return they will make their future home in Whakatane.