SOCIAL AND PERSONAL.

Dominion, Volume 5, Issue 1263, 19 October 1911, Page 9

SOCIAL AND PERSONAL.

Wedding at the Synagogue. A very pretty wedding was that of Miss May Newman, on.y aaugnter of Mr. and iUrs. B. Newman, of \\ eiiiiigion, and Mr. .Leo Manoy, ol Motueku, which took placo in tne Synagogue very quietiy yosioruay afternoon, urny immediate relatives ami intimate friends being invited. The l(ev. Jir. \ an Stavcren cunduetc-d the service.; The bride wore a graceful gown of wiuto satin with pearl embroideries outlining the bodice, and with soft-iooking siue panels of satin, caught in at the ends with largo pearl medallions draping the skirt. Tht iong court train was lolded Kick at the hem, and fastened with medallions of pear.s. A circlet of pearls was worn on her hair, over which was carried the long tulle veil, caught in with one or two 'sprays of orange b.ossoms, and sho carried a beautiful shower-bouquet of white hotirj.uso carnations, lilies of the valley, and ntaiden-hair fern. Miss Manoy, tho one bridesmaid, wore a pretty frock of pal® pink crepe de chine, tho tunic frock of ninon being finished with coral and grey beading, and a large biscuit-colourcd Tagel straw hat, wreathed with pink roses. She carried a bouquet of pale pink and dark red cyclamen fastened with long streamers. Little Miss Marjorio Arndt, wearing a dainty whito frock with Valenciennes lnco and pink ribbon, and a large poke bonnet, trimmed with pink, and ner almost equally small brother, Master Harry Arndt, wearing a white cowboy suit and hat, were a charming pair of attendants, the little girl carrying a tight little nosegay of pink flowers. Mr. S. Jacobs was the best man, and the canopy-bearers were Mr. Harry Manoy, Mt. Reginald Manoy, Mr. 1. Nathan, and Mr. Otto Newman. Mrs. Newman wore a dress of saxc blue satin, veiled .with black .marquisette and lace, Orientil embroidery bordering the sqnnreeut yoke. A black toque, with touches of blue, and black plumes, was also worn, ,and she carried a bouquet of pale pink roses. A reception, at which only relatives were present, was afterwards hc-ld at the home of t.ho bTide's parents. The travelling costume worn by Mrs. Manoy was of b'ue-grcy cloth with touches of emerald gr~en and self-coloured braiding, and a Tagel motor bonnet trimmed with green. The future home of the bride and bridegroom will be in Motueka. Wedding at Feilding, A pretty wedding took placo in St. John's Church, Feilding, yesterday* when, Mr. George Turnbhlli' ~ of Maliino', was married to Miss Glencora Francis, eldest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. R. G. Francis, of Colyton. The bride woTe a handsome gown of white satin, veiled with ninon. Tho bridesmaids, Miss Elsie Francis (sister) and Miss Wheeler, wore frocks of pale blue satin, with tunic frocks of ninon, and black hats lined with blue. Mr. Bruce Luxmore was the best man, ond Mr. R. Bagnall the groomsman. After the ceremony a reception was held in the Parish Hall, a.nd later in the afternoon Mr. and Mrs. Turnbull left for the north. The Rev. Innis Jones officiated. Wedding at Poukawa. On Tuesday, at Poukawa, tlie marriago took.place of Mr. William Ormiston, son of the late Mr. William Ormiston. of Inverness, and Miss Florenco Maud Henneum, of Poukawa. The Eev. E. Waugh performed the ceremony. The bride, who was given away by her father, wore a cream silk dress and veil and orango blossoms, and carried a shower bouquet mode by Mrs. M. Campbell, of Horonui. Miss li. Downing, wearing cream crepe do chine with pretty hat t'o match, was her bridesmaid, and her sisters, Miss Doris and Miss Gladys. Henneum attended her as bridesmaids. 31 r. C. Henneum was the best man. After the ceremony a reception was held by the bride's parents, a largo marquee being erected for the occasion. Tho "Orphans" to the Rescue. Yesterday afternoon a meeting was con veiled by Mrs. W. H. Field at her. homo'oil tho Terrace to consider arrangements in connection with a forthcoming entertainment which is to lie given by tho Wellington "Orphans" in aid of the hospital hinds. There was a largo attendance, and the matter was gone into with enthusiasm. Miss Kichmond was called upon to take the chair, and commenced proceedings by speaking briefly concerning tho object in which they were all so interested. Hie liev. Mr. Evans (chairman of tho Hospital Hoard), at her request, weni into details concerning the needs of the hospital and ways in which that need might bo met. At Palmerston tho "Urphans" had given so successful an ontertainmcnt for the purpose of assisting tho hospital funds there that he had written to Dr. Arnold Izard asking him if the "Orphans" Committee could arrango to give a similar entertainment in Wellington. Dr. Izard promised, on behalf of the "Orphans," to provide tho programme for tho entertainment, either to be given entirely by the "Orphans" or with tho assistance of outside local talent—whichever appeared best. They would assist, he (ueo thought, by going upon the committee—some of them. It was decided that November 24 would be a suitable date on which to give the entertainment, tho Town Hall being secured for it. Tho following committee was then appointed Lady Ward, Lady Findlay, Miss Payne, Mrs. llardwicke Smith, Mrs. Wylie, Miss Coates, Lady Gibbes, Miss Kichmond, Mrs. Field, Miss Ward, Miss liutts, Miss M'Gregor, Mrs. Corliss, Mrs. Darling, Miss Holmes, Mrs. Coull, Mrs. Salmond, Mrs. Tewsley, Mrs. CI. Winder, Dr. Platts-Jlills, Miss M. Jones, Miss Buddo, Mrs. Corrigan, Mrs. F. Samuel, Mrs. F. Lcckie, Miss Lorna M'Lean, Dr. llardwicke Smith, Dr. Arnold Izard, and the Eev. Mr. Evans. Miss M'Gregor was appointed secretary of tho Ladies' Committee. Various subl committees were also formed to deal with j different matters, and a Central Commit- ! tee, consisting of Mrs. F. Samuel, Mrs. Salmond, Mrs. F. Leckie, Mrs. Tewslev, Mrs. Wylie, Mrs. Darling, Airs. llardwicke Smith, Mrs. Field, Mr. C. 11. Smith, Sir. Evans, Dr. llardwicke Smith, and Dr. Izard, was nlso appointed, to whom all final reports arc to bo made. EXPIIRI lINC'E V. DIPLOMAS. After fourteen years of solid work and 6ludv as a Ilair, l*aee, and Skin Specialist, "Miss Milsnm jail show numbers of living results, to prove the etiieacy of her methods and knowledge. She tiolds hundreds of testimonials from all over tho world. Diplomas count for little - experience counts for much. Her preparations tind favour because they proiluce results. Miss Milsom diagnoses ail cases, treats and teaches ladies aud gentlemen their own home treatment, which is nectscary to complete success, ilair restored to natural colour without injurious dyes. Delightful Face Massage, Shampooin(r Mauicuriug, Hair-dressing tau"ht llairwork of every description. Featherweight Natural flair Pads, iroin ss. Electrolysis (permanent and painless, qualified under Madam Barclay, New York). Telephone 811. Miss Jlilsom (opp. Stewart, Dawson's), Willis Street. Wellington,'

St, John Ambulance Work at Palmerston. The report submitted on Tuesday evening to tbo annunl meeting of the l'almorston Nursing Division of St. John Ambulance Association (Mrs. 11. Jlowlcm presiding) showed that a first-aid class had boen formed, and all those who had presented themselves for'examination were ruuly to take the second course. Misses Outram, Morton, and Haydon had qualified for medallions. Considerably over one hundred cases of accident and sickness had been attended by the nursing sisters, representing hundreds of visits paid, and the balance-sheet showed .£l9 13s. to credit. At the conclusion of tho business, Dr. Stowe presented five-year service certificates to Mesdames H. Mowlem, Schwartz, M'Gregor, Morgan, Metcalf, and Gill, and Misses Kerslake and Collinson. The last-named lady, who has been on a visit to Engi'and, was afterwards entertained at a social as a welcome home by her friends on the Nursing Division. A Send-off. The members of tho two teams of the St. John Ambulance Brigade and the four fneinbers of the Nursing Division who are going to Christchurch at the end ot the week to take part in tho competitions held in connection with their work, were t'ne guests of honour at a very pleasant evening arranged by tho Nursing Guild, and heid in Godber's rooms at Courtenay I'iaco last night. Such a cheery "sendoff" should do much to hearten them tor the contest which begins on the Monday following their arrival in Christchurch. Demonstrations of stretcher drill, hand drill, tlireo methods of restoring the apparently drowned, etc., were given by the urigado teams, and bandaging, first-aid work, and various other exhibitions by the nursing team. The ovening was not altogether devoted to serious wcr.;, however for, later on, music and recitations wero given, and supper was served. Mr. Seed, who represented Colonel Barclay, Commissioner for the brigade in - New Zealand, in a brief speech returned thanks on behalf of the guests for tho pleasant evening which they had spent, and Mrs. Balcoinbe Brown replied. The members of tho Nursing Guild who are goin.i to Christchurch are Mrs. Gyles, Miss Carrol!, Miss Patterson, and Miss Christian, with Mrs. W. B. Fisher in charge. Ambulance workers from \&fious parts of 1 tho Dominion will bo preset iat the conference. ' . A Pleasant Gathering. On Tuesday evening Mrs. Carwell Ccnl;e gave a very pleasant evening at her residence, Wadestown, in connection with the approaching marriage of her eldest daughter, Miss Ethel Cooke. Some 25 friends were present, and were entfrtained with songs, instrumental music, gramaphone selections, and competitions. Miss Cooke received many useful presents; Mrs. Cooke was dn?£«cd in black silk relieved with jet, .Miss Ccoke wore a becoming dross of pale blue silk, and Miss liona Cooke wore a pretty black velvet frock. Dr. Alice M. Collie, of Wellington, returned yesterday from England, via Sydncv. During her absence ill Lngiand Miss Ccilio qualified lor nor M.R.C.b., and L.It.C.P. degrees. Mrs. Edward Collio and her son, Mr. Wenzel U Collie, organist of.' St. Thomas's Church, returned from England via, Sydney by . the Manuka peste'ruay.. Miss Tolhurst and tho Misses Eiddiford (2) returned to Wellington from Sydney by the Manuka yesterday. Miss Mabel Bannister, second daughter of Mr. Robert Bannister, formerly of 'Wellington and Palmerston North and now ot Sydney, is engaged to be married to Mr. A. W. M. Heffernan, son of the Ecv. Richard Heffernan, of St. Paul's Rectory, Canterbury, New South-.-Wales. Miss Lucas (Christchurch) arrives in town to-day and will bo the guest of Mrs. J; Holmes. Mrs. Marshall returned from Sydney yesterday. Mrs. E. .1. Kiddiford was a passenger by the Manuka from Sydney yesterday. Captain and-Mrs. Gardner and family leave for England'by the lonic on November ,i. Mrs. Piko (HeretirungaV returned yesterday from a visit to Sydney. Captain and Mrs. Richardson and their family leave for England by the lonie next "month. Mrs. and the Misses Atkinson arrived in Wellington from Nelson yesterday. Miss D. C. Pall, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. G. li. Dall (ICelburne), is a passenger to New Zealand by the lonic, due October 23. Mr. and Mrs. Howarth (Wang.mui) are visiting Wellington and are staying at Miss Martin's, Bolton Street. Lady Miller left for the south last ovening. Air., Mrs., and Miss Olipliant (Auckland) are spending a few days in -Wellington and are staying at the Hotel Windsor. Mrs. J. Dnncan is expected to return to Wellington to-day from l'icton. Mrs. T. M. Bonrke returned yesterday from a visit to Europe. A very enjoyable entertainment, arranged by Lady Ward, was given at tha Seamen's Mission last evening. Those contributing to the programme were Mr. A C. Steven, tho Hon. R. A. Loughnan, Mrs. B. Wilson, Miss Hardingc-Maltby, Mrs. Kenny, and Mr. Dykes. Ladies who propose being present at the Trentham Raccs on Saturday, or Monday can have every detail of supplied at very short notice at Ivirkcaldie's. Those who have only just decided to be present at tho meeting can havo t'lio choice of very smart blouses and skirts, stylish millinery, exquisite dust coats, fascinating sunshades, gloves, and hosiery and the latest in patent leather shoes. .The "nothing-to-ivear" argument can bo laid aside, for Ivirkcaldie and 'Stains, Ltd., can furnish overything wanted. SUPERFLUOUS HAIR. Destroyed by "Rusma" (Rc-j.). A guarantee given with each case undertaken. Skilled massage, shampwing, manicuring, etc. Mrs. Hullen and Miss Holland, Lambton Quay, ovor "Economic." 'Phone 1017. Ladies will be interested to note thai Mrs. Holleston ba9 just received from England a very large assortment of flair Goods, made of tho best quality English hair, including switches suitable for hair dressing in the newest styles which pacr. purchaser will be taught gratis. Gooiii sold at prices, 231 i Lambton yuav, npy. 'iho Economic.* THE ARTS OF THE HAIRDRESSER. The artistic and effective Coiffeur triumphs, including transformations, toupees, switches, curls, etc.. on view at Miss M'Clou's Toilet Salon, 4 Willis Street, are the result of long study anil experience. These aids to beauty and fashion are constructed of linest first quality hair, and can bo arranged in half a dozen different styles to harmonise with the features of the wearer. All diseases of the scalp skilfully treated. Advice gratis.—Advt. Weddings—ni-nuHful shower touqnets for bride and bridesmaids. Only tho choicest of flowers used, combined with artistic arrangement. , Specially icked to ensure safo delivery, and sent to any part of tho Dominion Miss Murray, 3G Willis Street (Florist to His Excellency Lord Islington). For Bronchial Coughs tatco Woods' Great Peppermint. Cure, In. 64.1