WOMAN'S WORLD.
[By' Imogen.i
SOCIAL AND PERSONAL,
Wedding in St. Paul's. Yesterday afternoon, in St. Paul's ProCathedral, the ninrriugy took placo of Miss Dora Perkins, elder daughter of Dr. and Mrs. Perkins, of Wellington, to Mr. Lionel Hitchings, son of Mr. V, Ilitehings, of Levin. The Rev. A. M. Johnson and Archdeacon Harper performed tho ceremony. The briile, who was given away by her father, wore a, gracefully, simple gown of white aulin trimmed wit it rose po|nt. The bodice was made with a one-sided effect, with sleeves finished with clusters of white ninon roses, ami the skirt slightly draped with a fish-tail train, over which fell the long court train of pink ninon, draped with old fam- . ily'Jace. Miss Marjorie Jlitchings and Miss Joan Perkins were the bridesmaids, and wore pretty frocks of blue ninon over white satin, the skirts being banded with blue aud tho bodice outlined with pink beads. Their wide hats were of flowered brocade with blue streamers. Miss Nora llitchings and Master Dermot Hitchings were also in attendance, and they received from the bridegroom a gold bracelet and a set of military hairbrushes respectively. To Miss Joan Perkins was given a watch, and to Miss Marjorie Hitchings a gold curb bracelet. The 1 bridegroom's gifts to the briJo were a fur I coat, cap, and muff, and all the table silver. The best man was Mr. M'Shane, and tho groomsmoJi Mr. Johnston. Mrs. Perkins wore a gown of red charmeuss trimmed with black ninon and laee, with a fish-tail train and a red velvet hat with black brim and horon'9 plumes. The bridegroom's mother wore a graceful dress of black ninon over white satin, tvith touches of white lace and a hat trimmed with black feathers aud a red posy. A reception was afterwards held by Dr. and Mrs. Perkins. Mrs. Lionel Hitchings travelled in a costume of vieux rose Ottoman silk, with a brocaded hat to match and a coney seal coat, one of the gifts of the bridegroom. Dance at New Plymouth. Mr. and Jlrs.« Newton King, of NewPlymouth, gavo a largely-attended "at home" 011 Friday evening, in honour of tho birthday of their second ton. Tho night was beautifully lino and moonlit, and tho dancers were enabled to wander outside in the beautiful gardens, which had been lit with Chinese lanterns. The balconies wero enclosed, and turned into oomfortablo sitting-out places, while tho hall and staircase had been banked with masses of fern and foliage. The supper tables had been decorated with violets and many other spring flowers. lira, King wore 'a gown of black velvet, relieved. wntli cream lace, and a satin coat. Among those who wero present were: Mrs. Humphries, wearing black brocade w;ith creaui lace; Miss Iv. Humphries, in black suquinned laco over white satin; Mrs. C. Bayly, whit© satin veiled with ninon aim touches of black velvet with pale blue; Miss A. Wilson, black lace over white satin; Miss G. Shaw, black velvet; Miss G. Kyngdon, apricot charmeuse with silk lace trimming; Miss M. Fookes, black velvet; Miss G. Fookes, cream satin with lace overdress and pink roses; Miss ClarK, white voile with embossed flowered panels of lace; Miss Bedford, - grey satin veiled with violet ninon; Miss IJ. Bedford, white satin and lace; Miss E. Bayly, blue satin with hand-painted violet tunic; Miss D. Whitcombe, saxe-blue silk; Mi.ss Matthews, cream satin with pink roses; Miss Pike, peacock blue shot silk gown with black lace trimming; Miss Turton (debutante), white satin with overdress of ninon trimmed with silver lace; Miss Whitton, saxe blue silk with pink roses; Mis§ H. Lepper, cream satin with ninon overdress; Miss Wkeatley, shell pink satin with gold embroideries; Miss Ferries, Wedgwood blue silk with black and gold trimming; Miss Colville, black satin with gold and blue Oriental overdress; Miss Webster, white satin the ninon overdress slashed with pale blue; Miss ■Crook, white satin with ninon overdress trimmed with silver embroideries; Miss E. M'Allum, maize satin with lace tunic; Miss L. M'Allum, red silk and black lace tunic;, Miss J. Hempton, white satin and short lace tunic; Miss Arden, cream satin and pink roses; Miss Kirkby, gold embroidered ninon over white satin; Miss Renaud, cream satin with Bilver trimming; Miss Brewster, pale pink satin trimmed with pink of a darker shade; Miss Thomson, pale blue satin trimmed with narrow white lace; Miss M. Thomson, vieux rose satin veiled with ninon; Miss Stills, pale reseda charmeuse; Miss Carrington, black velvet draped with white lace; Miss Greatbach, cream satin with pink roses; Miss Penn, white satin plashed with pale blue; Miss K. Penn, pink satin with overdress of cream lace; Miss Cupel, pale blue taffetas;' Miss N, Capel, primrose taffetas with cream lace; Miss Douglas, black silk; Miss Hammond, white satin; Miss Dempsey, French grey charmeuse with pink roses; Miss Grant, pale pink satin; Miss Simpson, primrose silk with cream lace; Miss D. Simpson,_ white silk with eeincturo ' of ' pink satin; Miss Winfield, palo pink satin.
An Afternoon Tea. Yesterday afternoon Mrs. A. L. Herdman entertained some of the wives of members of Parliament at a small tea, given at her home in Kelburne. The guests we're received in the drawingroom by tlio hostess, who wore a graceful frock of saxe blue silk with a cream lace yoke bordered with Oriental embroidery. Fragrant spring flowers decorated the )»om, and the songs and recitations contributed by Mrs. F. M. B. Fisher and Mrs. Malcolm Ross wore much enjoyed. Among those present wore: Miss Eraser, Mrs. Taylor, Airs. Murphy, Mrs. Buick, Mrs. Constable, Miss Buick, Mrs. Von Haast, Mrs. J. Dutliie, Mrs. Hine, Mrs. C. Earle, Mrs. Guthrie, Mrs. Millar, Sirs. Lee, Mrs. Statham, and others. The Misses Mackersley (Hastings) are in Wellington, and are staying at the Grand Hotel. Mr. and Mrs. Cameron (Turakina) aro visiting Wellington, and are staying at the Grand Hotel. Miss Foljamb leaves New Zealand by the Niagara for Vancouver, en route for England, on August I'. Mrs. and Miss Hitchings (Levin) aro spending a few days in town, and are staying at the Royal Oak. Mrs. D. Caselberg has returned to Mas-, terton from her visit to Wellington. Dr. and Mrs. Lndwig Diehl, who have been touring,the North Island, join the Tahiti on Friday for San Francisco. Mrs. .T. D. Grady (Grant Road) is visiting Fiji. Intending subscribers to the Octavia Newman Memorial Fund are reminded that the list closes on July 20. All subscriptions should bo forwarded to Mrs. E. Iladfield (hon treasurer), 18 Hill Street. Mrs. Rolleston announces that sho has a choice, selection of novel Hair Ornaments from Paris- These aro adapted to present styles of hairdressing, and should h? worn at tlic special social events this week.* 1
Miss Milsom desires to bring under the notico of ladies and gentlemen the very latest methods and preparations for hair and fnce treatments. Guaranteed cure for Alopecia, Areata (or bald Bpots), Genuine treatment of the scalp for oily, dry, perished, grey and falling hair. Positive cure for Dandruff and Irritation. Write for Miss Milsom's book (free), containing full instructions for home treatment. Every client taught homo treatment. Scientific Face Massage, astounding results after one courso, with thorough lesson, ill Is. Shampooing—Electrolysis (permanent and painless), Hair-work; every description, latest Natural Hair Pads', Switches, etc. Hair-dressing taught. Manicuring. Personal attention. Strictly confidential. Miss Milsom, King's Chambers. Wellington. Telephone 814.* Violots arranged In dainty posies or pretty Violet boxes; delightful gifts for friends; delivered or mailed anywhere in Dominion by Miss Murray, Vice-Regal Florist, 3G Willis Street.—Advt. Defiance Butter. All Grocer*'
MATTERS OF INTEREST FROM FAR AND NEAR,
Honouring Miss Richmond. A very largely-attended reception was held by members at the Pioneer Club looms lust evening in lionuur of Miss Kichinond who is retiring from the presidency of the club, u position which she has Held ever since iu inception. Alany similar functions have been held there in the course of its existence, but that of last night must certainly lake rank as being one of the most successful, although at the same time, there was ;i very strong leeling of regret expressed at thi) prospect of losing Miss liiclimond lrom the post she lias filled with such tact and dignity. Although leaving on a visit to England, Miss liiclimond will not bo altogether lost to the club, ;ia 011 lier return to this country sho will become one of the club's vice-presidents. Tho common-room had been charmingly decorated with foliage and spring flowers, and supper was laid 011 small tables in the strangers' room, the decorations there being of flowers and foliage. The guest of honour was received by Mrs. (Jluitiield, vice-president, who acted as . hostess for the evening, and Mrs. J. Darling. Mrs. Devine, Mrs. Fitchett, and Miss Rotheiiberg (members of the committee) also assisted her in receiving members and their friends. Tho brief speeches which were made by some of the officers and members of the club, expressive of- tho appreciation felt for the work which had been done for it by Miss Richmond, wero heartily seconded by all present. Mrs. Chatfield, as a vice-president, spoke of the impartiality, tho tact, and the graciousness with which Miss Richmond lmd filled the position, and ended by wishing her, on behalf of all members, a very pleasant .visit to England. Mrs. Fitchett, on behalf of the committee, expressed the appreciation which was felt for the admirable work which was done by Miss liich-' mond, and of the constant interest which she had taken in all that coucerncd tho club. All regretted losing her. Mrs. Fitchett also read a letter from Dr. Platts-Mills expressive of her regret in. not having been able to be present. Miss Amy Kane, .speaking as an ex-officer of the club, and also 011 behalf of members, referred to • the really hard work which Miss Eichmond had done. Giving parties was only one of the lighter aspects of club life. Behind that there was . solid drudgery to be performed, and having been behind tho scene herself, she was able to speak from knowledge of all that Miss Richmond hnd performed. Another thing which everyone had appreciated wag the graciousness which Miss Richmond had always displayed in every situation that arose. Miss Myers, as one of the original commitlce members, of whom there was but one left now, also paid her tribute to Miss Richmond. Mrs. Devine, on behalf of tho members, presented Miss Eichmond with a travelling-rug and straps and a beautifully-fitted-up leather handbag. Miss Richmond, in reply, expressed her appreciation of the kind wishes that had been expressed, and of the gifts which she had just received. In all that had been done she had received fhe loyal co-operation of the committee. Sho touched upon the early days of the club's history, of tho critical days of its inception, as tho outcome of Miss Isitt's inspiration and efforts. Sho was sure it had come fo stay. She also spoke of the way in which the club had been assisted by the press of the city.
An exceedingly good programme had been organised by Jlrs. Darling. Tho musical portion of it was contributed to bv the Misses Putnam (2), Mr. Allwright, Miss Doniiard, Mrs. Kilmartin, and Mr. H. N. Fletcher. The clever little oneact play, "A Lesson for Two," with which it concluded, was "fo'iien part in by Jliss Hardinge-Maltby as Miss Woffington Oldlield; Miss Kate Oldfield (her niece) by Miss Buth Wallace; and Captain Jervi<s by Mr. Godfrey. It was very muchenjoyed by those present. Mrs. Chatfield wore a gown of black satin, with an overdress of jet embroidered net; Miss Eichmond wore a dress of floral silk, veiled with shot blue and violet ninon, tho bodice aud skirt draped wit'n beautiful old lace; Mrs. Darling wore grey with berthe of point) lace; Mrs. Fitchett, black, with violet overdress and touches of lace; Mrs. Devino was in black ninon and lace, over white silk; and Miss Rothenberg wore cream net over silk, with touches of cerise. Mrs. Atkinson (vice-president) arrived later in the evening, and was dressed in black laco and. net, relieved with lace. Among others present were: Miss E. Eichmond, Miss Blake, Mr. and Mrs. Burnett, Jliss M. Fell, Mr. Justice Chapman and Mrs. Chapman, Mr. and Mrs. Atkins, Mr. and Mrs. Cotrigan, Mr. and Mrs. Webster, Lady Gibbes. Madame Cope-Dowsing, Mrs. J. Myers, Miss E. Myers, Miss Harding, Jliss "Nash, Jliss Harrison, Jlrs. Knight, Jliss Bodmin, Jliss Ilelyer, Mi9s King, Miss Chapel. Jlr. and Jlrs. E. Levvey, Jtrs. Levy, Jliss Isaacs, and many others.
A Social Evening, iV very pleasant and successful "social" wus given on Monday night by the scholars of the Vivian Street Baptist Chinese Mission in the Schoolroom, for the teachers and friends. A good_ programme of songs an:l recitations, interspersed with games, was given. The following contributed items:—Hymn by Chinese scholars; songs by the Misses J. Small, Pees. Hore, Cartnell, and Mr. Holland; recitations by Miss Pees, Messrs. Lam Fong, .Ye Soon, Lambert; and a flute solo by Mr. Doo Din. Short speeches wero also made by the Chiue.se Consul and tho Rev. Brainsby, after which supper was handed lound. '
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