WOMEN'S CORNER

Press, Volume LXI, Issue 18480, 7 September 1925, Page 2

WOMEN'S CORNER

The Lady Editor will be pleased to receive for publication in the "Women's Corner" Items of social or personal news. Such items should be fully authenticated, and engagement notices must bear the signatures of both parties. Correspondence is invited on any matters affecting, or of Interest to women. Mr and Mrs Edgar Stead ("Ham." Riccarfon), who have been for a trip to Knrope, are returning to Christchureh to-morrow .morning. Mr and Mrs Jrving Carney, -who are at. present.in America, are r.i;turni>;g to Christchureh at'the end of the mouth. Mr and Mrs F. 11. Dudley and family, who have been spending a month's holiday in Sumner, returned 1o their home in Winchester street, Merivale, on Saturday.

Mrs Harold Richards (Sydney') is the guest of her mother, Mrs 11. C. East (Piipanui road ). Miss Jessie Jlardie ("Christchureh) is at prese.it the guest of Miss Flsa Plimmer, Roxburgh street, Wellington. Misses Hilda and Corunna. Shannon, Florence Cornelius, and Dorothy Kennett (Rakaia) were the guests of Mr and Mrs fc>. Donkin (Hinds) during the week. Miss Olivo Kay (Whangarei), the voung Auckland golf champion, will bo a competitor at the Manawatu Ladies' Golf Club open championship in October. ■ j

Mr and Mrs E. M. Hunt (Wellington) arc guests at Warner's Hotel.

Mrs T. K. Sidcy (Dunedin) is staying at the Clarendon Hotel.

Mesdames H. Cassey (London) and Low (Dunedin) are anions those staying at the United fiervicc Hot<3.

An enjoyable concert was given to the. inmates of. Rannerdale Home on Saturday night by a. concert party or.ganisnd by Airs Wilding, who was assisted by Mrs Grcsson, Madaryc GoworBurns, Mr and' Mrs Loughnan, Dr. Irving and l)r. Cooke. Many friends, especially on the West Coast, will be sorry to hear that Mrs Fair, sen., and Miss Ella Fair of Wellington, who are spending the winter in Sydney, are both reported to be il) in hospital. After a round of visits among friends and relatives in the North Island, Miss May 0. Brown, who, as. "Sister Scatterjov," is well known in Christchureh, paid a short farewell visit to her parents at Murray-Aynsley Hill, and left last week for Sydney hy the Maheno. Her marriage, which was postponed from July, will take place this month.'

The Wembley Club is holding a grand carnival dance in St. Mary's" Memorial Hall, Manchester street, to-night, when many entertaining-novelties-will be introduced, and a snowball ballet be danced by pupils of the 'P. Beade Wauchop School. | Miss Kellaway, who is to be married shortly, waa entertained recently by a number "of 1 friends at la '"kitchen afternoon." After 'a • musical • programme Miss May Hockridge asked the guest, on behalf, of those present, io accept the gifts with all good wishes for the future. As Miss Kelleway came forward to open the parcels little Betty O'Brian presented her with a pofey of spring flowers. Those present were:—Mesdames Kellaway, Parker, Nelson, Pearson, T. Ilarrig, J. Ballagh, Moreland, McGregor, Foster, B. Oliver, Bruce, B. Pickering, ' --Timmings, O'Brian, F. Wright, Tuer, Barrett, T. B. Jones, S. B. Wright, A. J. Harris, J. Keltie, P. Phillips, H. Oliver, Felton, ii. Derrett, Allen, Carter, Adams, G. C. Derrett, McKenzie, Misses Kellway, Hockridge, Grey, Ironside, Oliver * (2), Maffey (2), Symons, Adams, McGregor, A. Presfiidge, Nelson, and McKenzie. A very enjoyable evening was given by Mr and Mrs H.. Stewart at their residence, North Avon road, Richmond, on Friday eve-ling, to celebrate the coming-of-age of their eldest daughter, Olive. During the evening the guests indulged in games, competitions, and dancing. At supper, th<j guest of honour, Miss Olive Stewart, amidst applause, cut the cake, which was decorated with 21 candles and numerous black kewpies, and the usual toasts were honoured. Amongst those preseut were Misses Myra Stewart, Daphne Stewart, Nettie Brown, Ellen Griffith, Margaret Beaton, Alice Caven, Poppy Buist, Bell Taylor, Plorric Rowse, Messrs Clarence Stewart, Bernard Stewart., Colin Griffith Cecil Dickinson, Cyril Shcehan, Maurice i Efford, Jack Kearney, Bert Hallidav and Arthur O. Hahn.

Selby Shoes, in latest styles, are now on view.at Pannells', 105 Manchester street. Display includes Glace, Patent Black Suede, and Black Brocade. 6

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A ballroom class for boys is a new departuie at the Peters-Gray School of Dance, Drama a*id Mime. 98 Victoria street. The class is held every Saturday from 6.45 p.m. to 7.45 p.m Intending pupils please ring 'nhone 3717 - * P7006 SPRING CLEANING! . Spring Cleaning! Who doesn't shrink from it? A disagreeablo job at best Curtains to be washed, winter clothes to be cleaned, paints to be made sunshiny; floors to be made spotless, the house to be made wholesome from top to bottom. If ever you needed Verbena Soap—it is right now. 6

Fully eighty couples were present at. the popular weekly Jane© held on Saturday night, at Dixieland. t As usual, all the arrangements were excellent, and spirited music was supplied by Sutherland's Orchestra.

There was an excellent attendance of members aud guests at-the Wentvrorth Cabaret Club carnival in the Wider Garden on .Saturday night, and the function proved a great success. Music, was "supplied by Bailey 's Jazz Band and Large's Jazz Baud.

The retiring Governor-General of Australia, • Lord Forster. intends to \ isifc Ne»v Zealand, •aocorr.-pa'ued by Ladv Forster. before returning to England, via Vancouver. In New Zealand Lord and Ladv Forster will meet their daughter, the Hon. Mrs Pitt Rivers, who has just left London for Australia, and who last year took part in "the -Sydney Repertory' Society's productions. It is understood that she will l>e a member cf a theatrical company uliicli *yll produce Sir James Barrie's plays Mrs I'itt Rivers visited Wellington a few years ago with her husband, who was on the GovernorGeneral's staff Captain I'itt Hi vers is a keen ethnoioszm and is deeply interested in studying the Australian aborigines.

A very successful ."old lime" dance and progressive euchre tournament was held by the bowling section of the .Belfast. Sports Chili on Saturday night,, the Town Hall being taxed to utmost capacity. Music was supplied for dancing by Mrs P. Thomas, Messrs; F. Comyns, sen., and A. Johnson, and Mr F. .Rudkin was the M.C. Prizes for cards' were given by Mrs Martin, and were won by Mesdames Bowden and ('oniyns, Messrs (Mumford and' A. (i lend inning. Much appreciated musical items were contributed by Miss N. AVoods, Mr and Mrs R. Hall, and the lyric four—Messrs ('. Barnes, G. Brown, 11. Rudkin, and F. J. "Wotton.

A very enjoyable evening party was given recently by Mesdames Cook (Blenheim) and Scott, at the latter's residence, " Dillonsdalc, " Charwell Forks. Progressive five hundred occupied the first part of Ihc evening, the winners being Miss Gibson and Mr Riches, the consola'tion prizes falling to Mrs Johnston and Mr Norrie. After a dainty supper dancing was enjoying, the evening closing with the singing of "Aukl Lang Syne." Amongst those present were Mesdames Scott, Cook, Soushail, Johnston, Roberton, Misses' Gibson (2), Cook, Roberton (3), Scott., Messrs Scott, Snushall (2), Gahit.es, Johnston, Norrie, Roberton, and Riches.

GOLF BALL AT HORORATA. A very successful function eventuated ill the Public Hall on Thursday night, when the annual golf ball was held. The hall was. beautifully decorated with pretty coloured poppies and streamers of old rose and black (the club's colours) suspended across the ceiling. Hie walls wcro decorated with greenery and the stage was furnished as a urawing-room, and the suppertables were gay with spring flowers.' Excellent njusic was supplied by Bradford 's- Orchestra (Christchureh); extras being played bv Messrs- S. Parker and D. Mitchell. Much credit is due to'the untiring efforts of the committee,' and Mr C. D. McGarry, honorary secretary, as the function -was an outstanding success.

Among those present were: Mrs. W. Stone, who wore peacock blue georgette; Mrs W. B. Wiilsteed, eoft black satin; Mrs Aici'arlanc, blue crepe de chine; Mra C. D. Mcliarry,. sea green Bilk m&rocain; Mra Jekyll, iienna satin with overdress of radium lace; Mrs G. C). Derrett, royal blue and fawn silk m&rocain; Miss Busch,. black georgette with, bead trimmings; Miss Mavis Gray, black souple satin; Mrs '£. E. Pearson, blue georgette; Mrs Banett, peacock blue satin; Mra J. H. Pearson, grey crepe de chine;' Mrs .Ryan (Rueseli's -Fiat), black ,eilk, m&rocain; ....Mrs Smith-. (Springfield), black, with ovetdrees of black lace; ' Mies Uapps,. blue jsilk;•.J4ra v lJailey, jade, green brocaded m&rocain; Mrs A. Bailey, navy, blue silk marocain; Mra Christie (Sydney), rose pink shot taffeta, with fur trimmings; Mrs McAdams, jade gTecn satin; Mrs S. Thwaitee, black' panne velvet; Miss Ward, mauve art silk; Miss Hinks, pink art silk; Miss Brown, black, with overdxeas of gold and black lace; Mrs C. E. Smith (Christchurch), peach satin with gold lace trimming; Miss Sharp, blue shot taffeta; Mrs T. Adame, navy blue jersey silk; Mra H. Oliver, brown jersey silk; Mrs R. Allen, navy blue crepe de chine; Miss P. Oliver, black georgette;. Miss E. Thorne, blue 6ilk marocain; Miss Oliver, mauve georgette; Mra H. Boyle, black couple satin; Mrs M. Horwood, shot taffeta; Miss I). Symons, ! blue silk marocain; Mias M. Wills, blue crepe de chine, with grey trimming; Miss C. Wills, geranium pink crepe de chine and georgette; Mre T. Simpson, black pariae velvet; Mrs C. pollings, black satin, with overdress of beaded hinon; Miss C. Harwood, pink silk marocain; Miss Jarman (.Darfield), black chiffon velvet with blue trimmings; Mrs "W. Pole {Darfield), beautifully bppded blue' georgette; Miss "Wright (Sheffield), silver blue shot taffeta; Mrs Carter," jada green marocain; Miss M. Ryan (Russell's Flat),. gold andi green satin marocain; Mrs R. Oliver, black silk marocain; MiBS Clinton (Darfield), black georgette, with silver trimmings; Mrs G. Timmings, black satin; Mrs J.. Ballagh, peach satin, with overdress of silver tissue; Mrs T. Gill, rose pink beaded georgette; Mrs A. J. Harris, rose jrink satin marocain; Miss Coffey (Springfield), green satin marocain; Miss McMeekan (Springtield), black satm marocain; Mies Ford (Greymouth), flame velvet with bead trimmings; Mias R. Beveley tJCimberley), blue crepe de chine and silver trimmings; Messrs J. H. Pearson, J. Oiiver, O. C. Pearson, W. Stone, W. B. Wiilsteed, H. Richards, C. D. McGarry, T. E. Pearson, W. R. Oliver, D. Pearson, E. Sime, A. Oliver, D. Adams, T. Adams, H. Thorne, D. McHugh, H. Hill, B. Powell, A. J. Harris, G. C. Derrett, £\ Barrett, H. Beattie, S. Thwaitee, C. Oollings, S. Watnon, S. Codings, J. McKenzie, ,J. Watson, J. McFarlane, S. Parker, Q. Wright (Sheffield), J. O. Jude (Sheffield), T. Gill, Earl, Joyce, J. lionsid.e, T. Simpson, J. Creighton,.' H. Harris, W. Pole (Darfield), H. Morland, T. Curran (Christchureh), Bagga (Christchurch). G. W. Gray, Reveley (Kimberley), A. Puller, J Ballagh, W. Patterson, C. E. Smith (Springfield), Cox (Christchureh), Hendren (Springfield), G. Maybury (Ashburton), L. Giddens (Akaroa), Whiting (Aflhburton), Homes (Kimberley), Bull (Darfield), J. H. Reeves (Chrietchuicli), W. Page, Ferguson, Lennox, 'C. FX' Smith. ; (Christchureh), and E. Smith i Springfield). :

DANCE AT DARFIELD. The Darfield Memorial Hall was the scene of a very enjoyable gathering on Friday evening, when tho Hall Committee organised a dance to raise funds to extinguish the debt' on the building. In spite of very bad weather conditions, there was a good attendance and the fund benefited considerably thereby. The decoratiou of the hall was carried out under the supervision of Mrs J. 0. j Redfern and consisted of large hanging j receptacles filled with' branches of pussy willow and bamboo foliage. Splendid* music was' supplied by Bradford's Orchestra. The supper was 'given and served by the ladies of tho district, Mrs D. Gillanders and Mrs Jas. Reid being in charge of a band of helpers. The tables were gay with plum blossoms and yellow narcissi. Among those present were: Mr J. Narbey (president), and Mrs Narbey, Mr W. Pole (secretary), and Mrs Pole, Mr and Mrs Mr and Mrs George Warren, Mr and Mrs J. Clinton, Mr arid. Mrs W. Mullholland, Mrs D. Gillanders,' Mrs G. H. Judd, Mrs D. - McMillan, Mrs J. 0. Redfern, Mrs Dysarfc, Mrs J. Painter, Misses M. and E. Redfern, D. Judd,. R. Anderson. G. Barker, J. Gillanders, S. Naismith, Hennessy, A. Painter, N. Taylor, C. Westwood, D. Robinson, .Una .Clinton, L. Taylor, F. Rushbatch, R. Bone, B. Rushbatch, S. Boyd, C. Mee, and King, Messrs Robinson, H. Gillanders, "Westwood (2), E- Shipley, R. McMillan, A. Otten, G. Boyce, Mee (2), B.' Hammond, S. Taylor, J. Boyd, W. Shipley, J. Reid, R. Reid, E. Syme, J. Syme, J. Judd, H. Judd, W. Bowers, ,G. Dysart and Slattery.

FANCY DRESS PARTY. .St, Michael's Hall was crowded with children and adults on Friday evening, oil the occasion of. the annual -fancydress party. Many of the costumes worn by the children were carried out in an effective and artistic manner. Games and dancing provided amusement for the little guests, who also enjoyed a delightful supper provided by the parents. Among those present were:

Wanaka Anderson (Gipsy), Kara Camp bell (Cabaret Dancer), Hirji Rowland (Folly), Nancy Wright (Eton Scholar), l'hyllis Walter (Carnival Bells), Rona I Thompson (Pierrot), Peggy Taylor (Coming j and Going), Joan Harker (Maori), Thelma Boon (An Old-fashioned Girl), Doreen Oliver (Ballet Dancer), Jean Abraham | (Japanese), Belle McMillan (Lamp I Shade>, Lorna Jones (Ladybird), Winnie | Inglis (Niffht), Olive Harrington (Rose) i Harry Warren, Jack Crisp (A" Demon)' Cecil Franks (Sailor). Geoffrey Stagg (Illustrated Song), Geoffrey Strong (Greek : Boy), Warwick Jarvis (Cowbov), Wilfred Bourne (Ghost), Douglas McMillan (Airplane), Ken Patten (Rajah), Ralph Bovce (Mexican), Lenard Bate (Jester), Max Adam (Russian), Jack Bourne (Tennis Girl), Rowland Alston (Gloom), Raymond - Davies (Demon). Ernest Armiger (Robin Hood), Betty Bennoni (Keep Off tho Grass), j iJetty Dillimore (Chinaman), Joan Telford ; (Evening), Myrtle Nelson (Dutch Boy) | Veronica Wooler (Indian Girl), Inez Dono- ] Van (Gaiety Girl), Valmai Dodge (Imp). Ellen Beet (Balloon Girl), Irene Palmer J (I)utch Girl), Mavis Osborne (Spanish I Gipsy), Una Duggan (Pom-poms), Joan I Cocks (Ja/7. Period), Mariorie Dillimore . (Jn/7. Pjorette). Mollie Morrison (Columbine), Gerald Wilby (A Naval Officer) Chester Pike (Spanish Troubadour). Robert 1-hil (Colonel), Jack Glasson (K.K.'K ) i , w' u J- , Martln (Cricketer), Wynn Bmorton (Buffalo Bill) Thep Dunell (Jcstor), Tom | Shirley (Chinaman), Dawson Douglas I I David Coppcrfield), Max Davies (Cow- ' boy) Winton Ellison (Girl); Arthur Harding (Indian Squaw), Reg. Blake (Page), > '!?fU. c , B " u , rne (Prog), Sarrell Campbell ( Why Did I Kiss that Girli"), Clifford j Hill (Cricketer), Keith Bates . (Pierrot)-, i vsorval Ginn (Cricketer)., Nancy Luxton ! (Nurse), Iris Hawker (Chinese Girl), Iris Duncan (Sunflower.), Lorraine * Harker (Bee) Peggy Anderson (Gipsy), .Isobel Reese (Circus Girl), Kdward Pail (Indian f-olin 7.>unlop (Father Christmas), Union "\\ (Rose), Dorothy Taylor ■ (Kittle Bo I'ccp), Winnie Cross (Fashion • Plate), hditli Howbyes X Pillar-box), Gwen , Hoon (Tin Soldier), Rona Wilson (Blue- | hell), Nunry Patten (Herald), Joan Sendall | (Baggy Breeches), Merle Campbell (AmeriI can Sailor), Selma (Eastern jLady), Ruby Bird (Daffodil). Lester'Wilson- (Tennis Player), Tom McClea (Mad { Hatter), (JTven Glasson (Rose), Marjorie Hill (Spanish Lady), Joan McMillan (Tea, f'up), Elizabeth Taylor (Jack-in-the-hox), Betty McKay (Little Miss Vanity), Valma Walker (Spanish Danger), Unah Mackie (Brown Moth), Dick Joseph (Old English Schoolboy), Dick Mason (All Black Footballer), Betty Owen (Kvening Star), Marv Womorplcy (Mistress Mary), Honrv "\ValtcT (No Afore Strikes), David Brooker (Nigger), Harold Restall (Balloon Pierrot), .Raymond R-ossiter (Red Indian), Xor.man Work (Time fo Retire), Rita Brooker (Queen of Clubs). Nancy Hawpon (Daffodil), Stanley. Bell (New BookO, Victor Garth, (Dittle Baggy Breeches), R-as' Price (Prog)/ Donglas'Bailey : (Dutch Boy), Frank Gracie -(New Zealand Hockey Rep.), McCatisland J>enys (Mon?c), Humphrey Taylor (Rutlr4), Stanley Whitepides (Cricketer), NiUa Brooker (.Flower Girl), Jean MclCcnzio (Goblin), .Monica Bmorton (Good* Night), Margaret Cowell (Blue Bell), Patricia, Davies (Chicken), Elaine Hancock (Pierrette), Shirley Higfrins (Japanese)., .rhyllis Thompson (Pink Rose),' Zit.a Laycock (Cupid), Sheila Ainsworth (Red Rose), Lulu Real' (Fairy), Noel Buchanan (Mouse), 1 Daphne . Buchanan (Golden Butterfly), Marie D«nn (Red Riding Hood), Jovco Graham- (Everting Star), Melba Irons (Flower Girl), Marie Wilson (Red Rose). Xolfl Fail (Chicken), Eva Rrnnio (Fairy). Mary.. CoWell (Almond Blossom). Dorotliy Palmer 1 (Fairy) Betty Williamson (Fairy). i Kdna Bell (Dancing Girl), May Bruorton (Good Morning), Vera Box (Pierrette). Rae Buchanan (Farmers Wife and Three Blind Mice), Molly Dunn (Chick), Dance Dunlop (Merry-go-round),, Dorothy Grarie (Humming Ton) Marione Handcock (Butterfly). Avis Irons (Knit-ting-needle Bag): Gwen MeKay; Prestidpe (Rainbow), Isabell Steel (Daffodil) Freda Williamson (Rainbow), Una Laveock • (Christmas ..Crackers), Melvm Pritehard (Icebergs), Beverley / Mcllbray (Japanese), Robert Christie, Athol Cole, Ronald : Cook (Parrot), Swart, Dopglas, Leslie Fail (Pirate), William Harding, James Mathews (Naval Officer), Frederick -Price, Jack Reynolds (Monkey). John fitepjiens.on (Black Cut), Bernard .Thomson (Rajah). Eric Vivian (Baker Bby), . Jack Wilson (Cowboy), Richard 'Wbrsltey (Boy ■ Blue), Maurice Hill (Swagger), Richard Rothweli, Ralph Dngean (Chinaman), Clarence Bntterworth (Pierrot)',- Jack • Gmndy (Lion), Kdward Woraley (Felix), Iris Parsons (Chicken), Trixip Dunlop . (Time-to-re-tvre), Olga Cocks (Pink Fairy), Winnie Hawker (Rosebud), Nalda Nelson • (Starlight Fairy), Jessie McClea (Gipsy Dancer), Hazel Mummery (Jolly Stick), John Mcllroy (Cowboy), Jim Wilson (Cowboy), Letty Naylor (Rainbow), Renee Cook (Merry-go-round), Billy Brien (Pierrot), Jack Logan (Pierrot). Noel Duggan (El{), Joyce Robertson (Fairy), Betty Brien (Balloon), Mar- j jorie AinswoHh (Daffodil), Jean Graham (Daisy), Marjory Irons (Cook). Pat Lnxton j (American Sailor), Mavis Maddren (Irish Girl). Gladys .Petrie (Flower Girl), Albert Brooker (Schoolboy), Peggy Glaxton (Little Lord Fanntleroy), Pearl Irons (Red Riding Hood), AlisTer Clifford (Indian), Clifford Shirley (Punch), Owen - Frampton (Cowboy). ,

SUNBEAM KINDERGARTEN. The committee of the Sunbeam Kindergarten met on Wednesday, Mrs J. R, Evans in the chair. The other members ' present were: Mesdames F. A'Court, Carlisle, C. Stringer, H. van Asch, H. H. Wauchop and H. S. Batchelor (hon. secretary). Apologies were received from Mesdames 0. Williamson and -F. W. Freeman. The Kindergarten opened on Monday, August 31st, when 34 children wero present, three new pupils being among the number. When the weather irnr proves, it is hoped that the number will reach the average before the end of the term; the staff intends to pay many visits during the month. The removal of two large willows is a great improvement to the kindergarten garden. The sub-committee was instructed to complete arrangements for oilcloth for kitchen, etc., which will cost about £l6, A further discussion took-place-as-to "Daffodil Day" when, the Sunbeam Committee will be in charge of tables at Ballantyne's corner from 8.30 until 4.30. Contributions wero promised to tile cake and sweet stalls. A vote of thanks was accorded "Mrs Carlisle for organising a bridge partv, which realised £3 profit. Mothers'- subscriptions for the month amounted to ,£1 9s. ' "

PARTY AT ASHBURTON.

( The East Ashburton Memorial" Hall was the scene of a very joyful gatheri ing on Saturday evening, when Mrs A. [ M. Keeley gave a tea and concert in | support of the candidature of her j daughter, Kathleen, the Autumn Queen at the forthcoming East Ashburton [Carnival which is being arranged to ; augment the funds for the purchase 3 new grounds for the school Alf f thre, hundred people p S k tea, which was served by Mrs vJut and her Milling band of wof' S 7 to the concert, which ' • Miss Gates, there was a e th. qneen and her following programme wa» enjoyid largo and appreciative a Pianoforte duet, the Misses JuS ~ Missgs G. Mahoney and V rJXT' songs, Misses Weth^all' mmt ' Messrs Hopwood, F. Pbrw ' Somerville, Williams; mo&olnJ Silcock, C. Andrews; vocal duet, Misses Bishei Mc ' y * rd; recitations, Misses Gladys Mahoney Kathleen iSv and-Master J- Giles; whistl.n jt' Masters Wiloox and Smith- cor).»+ U ? ' Mr Williams; pianoforte SO J?> Chambers, Miss Money tt ' n 5 Fling, Misses Bushell fa' Irit* Heel, Misses G. PaW v C \ ay; B. Jary and 11. Bushellf Master E. Williams. <»lo>

I Coloured. dross-suits, „ a ;i . lounge suits, and j brightly.b lKHi . .lery are . prophesied as the coming style for the> Parisian, knut,"

BARNARDO BALL. The Orange Hall at A?hburtor. presented a gay spectacle on Thursday overling from -j p.m. until midnight, v lien the annual fancy dress ball promoted by the Young Helpers' League to support the Ashburton cot at Dr. Bamtrdo's Hospital. Loudon, was bcl<i. Froni tire until o'clock was de\oted to the entertainment of about. 2.")0 children, who made the most ot the tinv; at their disposal. Cowboys, Chinamen, and sailorboys ■ danced happily with Italian girls, Spanish dancers, and powder-puffs. The lavish decorations were the subject of much favourable comment. For tho success of the function great credit is due to the president (Mrs K. M. Gabites) and tho secretary (Miss S. Ruddock), and their committee, who spared 1:0 efforts in attending to the arrangements. The eause was also assisted by tho following musicians, who gave their service? srratuitouslv: Mesdames H. J. Chapman, A. Mite-hell, and Messrs R- Daybourne, W. S. Osborne, and H. M. Tasker. Among the adults present were:

Miss I. Barber (characterising Pierrette'), Miss K. Kennedy (Pierrette), Miss H. Sharplm (Morning Tuß), Miss Bernie Millichamp ('Harlequin), Miss Eileen Pritehard (King's Herald), Miss B. LaJie (Eastern), Mies E. Smith (King's Herald), Miss N. Bell (Bastern Lady), Miss H. Jones (Gipsy), Mies D. Jone3 (Toy Soldier), Mise C. "Bolton (Pierrette), Miss M. Crother (Tennis Girl), Miss E. Stewart (Fatima), Miss Ruby Lamb (Black and White), Miss P. Kirch«r (Danger Signal) Miee Connio Porter (Pierrette), Miss Elsie Holland (Patchwork), Miss Mildred Pawson (Spanish Boy), Mise M. Barr (Pierrette), Miss N. Kennedy (Waitress), Miss M. Pawson (Eastern Lady), Miss A. Kerr (Dawn), Mrs Smith ■ (Norwegian Peasant), Miss M. Pearce (French Dancer), Miss O. Raphael, Miss Winnie Saunders (Pierrette), Miss L. Amos (Felix the Cat), Miss K. Stewart (Masquerade), Mise Betty Smith (Hawaiian Girl), Miss Edith Anderson (Night), Miss E. Bruco (Butterfly), Miss Nena Buchanan (Good Luck), Miss G. Knight, Mis® J. Mor<ran (Swiss Girl), Miss L. Wills. (Queen of Clubs), Miss G. Soal (Queen of Hearts), Miss K. Bell {lndian), Miss Edna Travis (Rainbow). Mrs A. Walker, Mrs Wisely, Miss Gwen Oakley, Miss M. Smith, Mies Cooper, Mrs White, Miss Newman, Miss P. Bushell, Miss T. Clark, Miss D. McEachen, Mrs Hunt, Miss G. Bolton, Miss R. Ibell, Miss J. Service, Miss Winnie Wright, Miss Eleanor Dyer, Miss Ena Anderson, M-fss E. Grcory, Mies Muriel Oakley, Mrs G. Biishell, Mi?s' Z. Bonnington, Miss Molly Moore, Jli.°s Phylis Anderton, Mrs Standage, Miss I. Neville, Miss M. Stewart, Mrs Shaw, Mrs M. Bruce, Miss Rita Dyer, Mrs P. .pawson, Miss G. Bowden, Miss O. Gregory, Mrs J. T. Miss E. Stewart, Mi«s Hope, Mrs A. Lane,. Miss C. Wilson. Miss Gale, Miss M. Upton, Mise E. , Brown' Mis Wilkinson, MiSs T). Bain, Miss Mar Hefford Miss D. Upton, Mrs 'P. Porter, Mrs .T. Clarion, Miss .R. Bell Miss B. Buxton, Miss I. Steele, Misa IC. Brra-ch, Miss Kittv Brawn, Miss D Bennett., Miss- K. AVithell, Mrs A. Ambrose Miss M. Staples, Mis a D. Stacles, Mirs R Anderson, Miss M, Anderson, Miss A. C.it-c? Mies Edna Hunter, Mips Esraa Miss E. Millichamr,. Miss Madeline C/akiey,' Miis D. Bramley. Miss W. -Bramlpy,. Miss B. R itleage. Miss J. Dunlop, Mis g T. Cowan, Miss •N Miller, Mm A. Wh. ; t«, Miai C. White Messrs Edgar Kennedy (Cricketer), Almi Bruce (Oncket«r), AUan Gillie (Cricketer), Ernest Fooks (Cncke(er), Robert (Cricketer), Clif Galbraith (Kin? Alfred) No-1 Kobilliard (Just • Me), M. Millar' (Pierrot.), (Klu Klux Kl&r), Suzanne Teniiis Set, Misses Loing, Bushell', Jennings, Brown, Lane, Pill;row, and Buchanan: gent«: Messrs B. Lane, A. Lane, ,T. Niool! K. Niceill, It. Lain?, A. Gillies; and L. Grieve Messrs E. Millichamp, W. Boddintrton, Dyhrborg, F. Spiers, Wisely, W. S. White, Johr. Orr, Barnes, K. Johnflon, F. Pawson, C. Clark P Mathers, C. Stewart, L.' J. Cooper, K. Bonnington, J. M. Moore W Patching, 0. "Wright, C. Anderson, A.' Gillies, .J. B. Niooll, J. BohiUiard, R. But-' tenck A DunW M. Muir, J. W. Smith, M Christie, b. Boddington, J. D. Wright, R. 'C. McGregor, Richard Laing, R. Mil iW. .Barr, H. Johnstone, N. JchnRoss. W. R. McPherson, C. Oamp{TO J- Garrick, Stewart Ghnstie, W. N. Wilson, A/ Suthcrlnnd, R. L v Rxgg, Wallace, G. Deal, P. W. Pitcher, E. R. Kastej-brook, H. Knight, M. Moore, O. Bonnington, L. Fooka, C. Kennedy, A. &x>£er, .F. J. Gregory, R. Donaldson, A. Dunlop, F. Holland, C. Miliar, K.. G, Shrimpton, J. R. Upton, T. A. A-inbroso, Muir, J. H. Childs, Pellew G. Field.

Amoiig the children present were.: —Rao Wilki© (Strawberry), Alan' Bray (Pierrot), Ken. Glennia (Indian), John Connor (White Rabbit), liexie Challia (Winter), Bruce Wells (Boy Blue), Jim White, Ronald Biggar (Peaaant), Jim Glennia (Goblin), David McDonald (Pout Box), Val. Challis' (Indian), John Espagne (Cowboy), Clif. Attwood (Bon Ami "hasn't scratched yet"), D. Carson (Officer), Alan Oppenheim (Goblin), Harty Fooks .(Chef), H. Fountain (Captain Vanderbluff), Clifford More (Pierrot), Leslie Bushell (Pierrot), Yvonne Addis, Cecil Anderson, Desmond Corbett ("National" Seeds), Don. : Smith (Cricketer), Billie Birnie (Indian Prince), jack White, Mervyn Mahoney, Bev&n Wilkie (Clown), E-wen Knox (Pierrot), Bruce Knox (Pierrot), Pat. (Blue •Pierrette), Leon Breeze (Brigand Chief), Billy Seldon .'(Soldier), Dudley Atwood (Green Fly), Will. Alexander (Chinaman), Robbie Lloyd (Pierrot), Clemmie Clark (Red Indian), Ross Lane (Cricketer), Pat. Boot (Chinaman), Brian Carson (Plainsman), Bruce McMillan (Parcel) Alan Meikleham (Jester), Malcolm Walker (Naval Officer), Trevor Walker (Chinaman), John Anderson, Dick Caison (Professor Dry as Dust), Owen Mooro (Pierrot), Laurie Smith (Court Jester), Avis Reeves (Pixie), I. Bonifant, Vanghan G&bitee (Rabbit), Margory Moylan (Fairy), Isabel Pritchard (Gipsy), Lyla Moylan (Scots Lassie), Mary Houston (Gipsy), Hine Thompson (Cobweb), 'Nan. Newton (Sailor Boy), Sally. .Newton (RambojwJ.Poty Bushell (Christmas Tree), Sylvia McDonald (Balloon Girl), Marjory Thompson lee Princess), Pawson (Spanish Betty Beach (Gipsy), Ins Murphy (Merry go-Round), Betty Corbett (Ordsr of the Bath), The Una Thomas (Daffodil), Amy Page of Hearts), Gladys Porter (Frolic), W n fred Pilbrow (Italian Girl), Ins Porter(Silver Thames), Ola Murphy (House To Let), fcm - ley Raven (Red Riding (Maori), Joy. John (Maori) Molly Seldon (Winter) Olwen Breeze (Strawberry), Johnstone. .(Evening Star), OUve Clark fPiCT--1 rettc), Muriel Charles (Dattodil), Tait (Red Cross Nurse), Mavis Reid Nancy Clemens, Florrie E *. ev^! 1 . A' Marie Raven (Spanish Dancer), Elsie Watt (Christmas Tree), Ostaan. (Japan**;), Verne White, Margaret White Nolly Osman (Spanish Dancer); Gytho Jes«o Clemens, Elvie Thompson er . Margaret Lloyd (Trumpeter), Kathleen Keig Cat), Mildred Page (Jar.z . Parrot), Isobel Campbell (Gipsy), Ruby Parish, Aileen Addis, Lorna Glennie (Ram), Stella Bray (Maytime), Dons Cral (Girwv) Betty Smith (Rose), Jean Smith (Circtfs), Jenny Lane (Welsh Laxly) Isabel Birnie (Chinese Lantern), Aitei Fleming (Fairy), Adele Foots (Scarlet Dorothy Drummond (Bride), frothy Gale (Pixie), Margo Wait (Balloon Pierrette) MarLrct Bushell (Indian), Connie McMillan prepared for a Bath), Belle Anderson (Pierrette) Kathleen Pawson (Hawaiian Maid), Winsome Attwood (Bndr), Lois B (Petal), Marie Carson (India,?), Joan Hay--8 ton (Sunbeam), Betty Carson (Indian), J°T ■Fitzgerald: (Strawberry), Freda Bwhell (Edmonds' Baking Powder), Macie Rule and Chris. Smith (Dutch Couple), Maimo Kingston (Danger Signal), Peggy Jackson (Winter), MelvaHonston (Christmas Cracker) Mary Lot (Queen of Clubs), Ohve Mahoney (Dame TtoU Gladys Mahoney (Harem Lady), Mary Kt«hTapani Lady) Gwen Bairstow (Gipsv), Vera Smith ■ (Bathroom), Bishop (Daffodil). Biggar (Fairy), iLtty lipagne (IM Dulcie (Sunrise) Esma Ghallia (Clarified Milk), Rita,, Bipe), Betty Keir (Old Duteh Cleanser), Jean Keir (Spanish Dancer), Jes(Water Baby), Mercy Cooper fprench Maid) Muriel Woods (Fairy), ' Huena Shearer (Wasp), Sola (Fledgling), Marjorie Connor (Rosebud), ; Kathleen Anderson (Dorothy Bag), Nora . Fleming (Rainbow), Betty (Evening Star) Molly Frisby (Gipsy), Morva Thomaa , (Bat)' Una Thomas (Box of Chocolat«), ; Gwen Woods (Powder Puff) Audrey Ruddock /(Z™+ T,adv) Rona Lees Rainbow), Ngaio Wi <N«h«. Clarice Glennie (Daisy), HoiMton ( t| Frills Feathere), Gwen S (B»«), Dorotby Campbell (Sweet LavSegers (Danger Signals), M. | Coulter (Autumn). i

BALL AT LE BON'S BAY. The residents of J,e Bon's Bay held a most successful ball on Tuesday. The weather was perfect, and visitors were present from Akaroa and other parts of the Peninsula. Spirited music was supplied by Bradford's Band, which came from Christchurch by car. The hall was decorated with crimson and blue streamers and native fern. The accommodation was taxed to its utmost. there bc-inp; well over a hundred pcoplo present, and a most enjovaile tinif was spent, by all. Messrs J. Gilbert and A. Crotty were efficient* M.C.'s.

Amongst thoee present, were:—Mesdames L. Bailey, who wore black Fatin; R. Mason, peacock chiffon velvet, with, ostrich leather trimming; P. Lennan, peach pink eatin charmeuse; H. Partington, flame satin marocain; S. McKay, orange brocaded maiocain; W. Buddie, azure satin marocain; H. Manson, lace frock of mole and .flame; H. Barnham, blue and gold brocaded eatin; A. Crotty, rose jersey silk; H. Tollan, lavender crochet silk; D. Mora, jade taifeta; J. Mcintosh, beaded mole crepe de chine; J. Ramsay, powder-blue charmeuse and touches of silver; G. McKay, pastel bine satin marocain; J. Gracia, rose crepe de chin«: 15. O'Conndl, black chiffon velvet; J. Dalglish, peacock crepe de chine; J. Truman, ci-el broche and georgette ;i "W. Sharpe, almond crepe de chine; G. Ledge, pc*eh-r)ink satin marocain; W. Gibb, kingfisher MitO~ cain and georgette; P. Byrke, sax«> L!ue, beaded in gold; T. Mora, A. Theln'ng, A. Williams, H. MacPhail, W.'.Dalglish, B. Barker, D. McKay, O. Anderson, W. McKay, Miseea M. Anderson, ivory brocade; W. Leonardo, eggshell-blue fatin marocain; A, McKay, prin?rose''brocaded marocain; H. Lennan, sea-green taffeta, with girdle of pink roses; H. Dillon, grey lace mounted on buttercup peorgette; G. Leonardo, black marocain; D. Harris, lemon and mauve brocaded marocain; M. Cooney, peacock chiffon velvet; P. Leonardo, eggshell-Hue eatin marocain; V. McKay, crocus mauve brooaded marocafn; M. Gurney, kingfisher Taffeta; P. McKay, powder-blue marocain; E. Snowball, black velvet; S. Harris, azure crepe de chine; H. Mora, apricot marocain; D. Mora, cyclamen brocaded marocain; M. Mouldi, saxe Olue; L. Mould, perise • frock ; M. Gilbert, mauve and gold silk taffeta; E. Elliott, emerald •• georgette mounted on emerald silk; M. Crotty, black satin and georgette, with cerise flower; 1.. Barker, coral crepe de chine; E. Gibb,' ivory .charmeuße, with panels of gold ninon; E. McKay, mauve silk; J. Davidson, kins-fisher velvet: E./ Anderson, cream satin: Messrs R. Haynes, A. Cunningham, J. Hampton, H. Manson, R. Pollock, M. Spurr, it. Thompson, D. Gilbert, C. Cossnr, .T. Gardiner, W. Buddie. J. Keileon, 0 Hartley, D. Clark, J. Ramsay, E. May,- L\ Urotty, L. Bailey, H. French, J. Tait, D. McKay, D. Mora, M. May, R. Mora, A. Crotty, -H. Barker, C. Mora, L. Gilbert, W. Dalg'ish, G. Audous, R. Gurney, 0. .Gilbert, L. McKay, S. McKay, C. Gilbert C. Harnett, R. Gilbert, P. Elliott, It. Crotty, Jf, Barnett, C. Barker, A. 'Williams, B. Barker, J. Gracia, J.' Truman, G. Lodgfe, J. Gilbert, J. Manson, I. Barker, .T. Mason,. I. Mcintosh, J. Barker, T. Mora, sen., J. Mcintosh, T. Mora, R. Tollan, P. Lennan.

DANCE AT KAIAPOI. The annual dance of the Kaiapoi Girls' Friendly Society was held in -the Drill Hall on Friday night, and was a well-attended and most enjoyable function. The ballroom was gay with balloons, streamers, and hanging baskets of greenery. Johnston's Band supplied the music for dancing and supper extras were played by Stokes's Band from New Brighton. The M.C.'s were Messrs A. Gordon, J. Jowers. E. Forrest and J. McAllister. A; lucky spot wait* was won by Mr J. Mo mo and Mrs Scott. Progressive euchre was played by non-dancers, the prizes being" won by Mrs G. Green and Mrs Ta vend ale, Mr W. Clements and Mr F. Clark.

GOLDEN WEDDING. Pn Saturday at their residence, 106 Edgeware road, Mr and Mrs H. Zimmerman celebrated their golden wedding. About forty guests assembled in the dining-room, which was decorated with violets and daffodils, and a large wedding cake was on the tea table. Mr O'Connell proposed the toast of host and hostess, and congratulated them on their fifty j'ears" marrjed life. Mr Arthur Zimmerman responded on behalf of his mother and father. Games, dancing and musical numbers were much enjoyed. The following were present: —Mr and Mrs H. Zimpjerman, Mr and Mrs J. Kearney, Mr and Mrs A. Zimmerman, Mr and Mts Yager, Mr and Mrs Dollan, Mr and Mrs A. Tongue, Mr and Mrs O'Connell. Mr and Mrs Edwards, Mrs Attwood, Misses Mavis Attwood, Vera Yager. Dolly McPhail, J. O'Connell, A. O'Connell, It. O'Connell, Muriel Edwards, Messrs Collins. L. Zimmerman, Burrows, Bert Goodland and A. Tongue.