SOCIAL AND PERSONAL.

Dominion, Volume 7, Issue 2154, 21 May 1914, Page 2

SOCIAL AND PERSONAL.

Wedding in St. Paul's,

The wedding took place in St. Paul's Pro-Cathedral yesterday afternoon of Miss May Gladys Marmout, daughter of Mr. J. \Y. Marmout, of Molcsworth Street, to Mr. Duncan G. Campbell, of Christchurch. The Itev. C. 11. iiarvcy performed the ceremony. Tins bride, who was given away by her father, wore a charming gown of white satin, trimmed with pearls, ahd a lace tunic, and carried a bouquet of white flowers. She was attended by her sisters, the Misses Beryl and Elodie Marruont, and Miss Imclda Fama, who ait wore- white satin frocks, trimmed with swansdown, and carried bouquets of bronze chrysanthemums. The bridegroom was attended by Mr. Onslow Bengc and Mr. Lmtis Fama. Mr. and Mrs. Campbell loft later in the afternoon for their future home in the south, th® bride wearing a brown travelling frock, a mole fur toque, and sable furs. A reception was held at the residence of the bride's parents. The presents included a handsome Doulton vase from Sir Joseph and Lady Ward. Wedding at Christchurch. The marriage took place an Monday in the Papanui Church, Christchurch, of Miss Vera .Muriel Bright-, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. It. W. Caldwell, of James's Avenue, Papanui, to Mr. Alexander H. 0. Irvine, of Palmersten North. The bride -was given away by her brother, Mr. George Bright, and wore a gown of cream satin charm-euse, with a veil and wreath of orango blossoms. She carried a bouquet, of white flowers, the gift of the bridegroom. The chief bridesmaid was Miss A. Peck, the second being Miss M. Genu. They wore white hailstone muslin and hats trimmed with tangerine, and carried bouquets of chrysanthemums and silver purses (gifts of the bridegroom). Wedding at Hawera, The wedding took place at Hawera last month of Miss May Walker, eldest daughter of Mr. T. H. 'Walker, of Hawera, to the Rev. Archer 0. Harris, late of Rongotea. The ceremony was cnnductcd by the Rev, H, Harris (fat her of the bridegroom); assisted by the Rev. E. 0. Blamires. The bride was gowned in white ninon over silk and lace, and woro a veil with orange blossoms. She carried a sheaf of pin is. roses. The bridesmaids were the Misses Vera ;m<i Olive Walker (sisters of the bride), who wore dresses of primrose ninon over satin, with caps to match, and carried sheaves of cosmos and daisies. The bridegroom was attended by Mr. Cocker as best man, and Mr, P. Brookes as groomsman. After the reception, which was held at Wesley Hall, the Her. and Mrs. Harris left by motor-ear far the north, tho bride travelling -in a navy -tailored costume and black velottr hat with lancer plume, Their future .tiMio will bo at the Parsouagc, Midhurst.

At Home to Lady HdlcJer. A -largo and representative, gathering of \v'.C.T..U. members and iriends mot in the Constable Street rooms on Tuesday afternoon in honour of the visit ot Lady Holder, president of the South Australian W.C/i'.U. There wore over 80 present, among whom wore Mrs. Evans (district president),, his Worship the Mayor and Mrs. Luke, the Revs. J, Dawson, G. B. Cook, and Knowlgs Sniith, the Hon. C, M. Luko and Mrs. -Luke, Lady' Stoat, Slesdames Cook, Dawson, A. M. Atkinson, Knowle-s. Smith, and Kerslay, Tho room was tastefully decorated, and afternoon tea provided. Mrs. Evans, on behtilf of, the W.C.T.U., estendfid to Lady Holder a very hearty welcdme, and his Worship the Mayor welcomed her an behalf, of the citizens. The Xte'v. Mr. Dav.-soii, who had met Lady. Holder when visiting Australia, spoko on behalf of the New Zealand Alliance; Mrs. A. R. Atkinson, on behalf of tho Central' L'ition, welcomed Lady Holder, and . said although outside it was cold and dreary, yet inside tho hearts of the White Ribbon sisters woro warm with love for their, visitor, whom W.C.T.U, women the world over were delighted to honour. Lady Holder expressed her thanks for the welcome, and gave a most interest-. ing address on t.ho World's Convention held lately at Brooklyn, U.S.A., when 34 countries were represented. ' She referred to the loss sustained to the union by tho death of Mrs. Cole, and also to the World's Union by the passing away of Mrs. Stephens. Regret ffas-cx-pressed that the visit of Lady Holder was to be such a short one. The Hon, C. M. Luko proposed a Very; hearty vote, of thanks to me d'fetmgnislicd visitor for her address. Misses Ward, Chappie and Crowes contributed soh.gs during the afternoon, altd Mrs. Ward actc-d'as accompanist.

Staying at the- New Commercial Hotel are: Mr. and Mrs. Corkett, Timaru; Mr. and Mrs. Batiste, Wangantii; Mi', and Mrs. Ryan, Christchurch; Mrs. Hyne.s, Melbourne; awl Mr. Ilairniiitl, Sydney. Miss M'Vay (Napier) is staying with her. sister, Mrs. ( J. C. Allan, in Wellington. Miss Wol fen stein (Blenheim) is visiting Wellington Mrs. Duthie (Auckland) is staying at the Royal Oak. Mrs. W. Martin (Ma-rtmborough) is visiting Wellington. Mrs. F. Dilion (Leefteld, Blenheim), who has been staying at Miss Malcolm's,'intends .returning to Blenheim to-day. Miss Barker ; (Hastings) is staving l with Mrs. Alas. Crawford, Mr. and Mrs. Balcombe and family have come in froim t-ho Upper Hutt, and - are staying at Kenilwortb for the winter. Mrs. Maitlaml (Pieton) is staying, with her sister, Miss Speed. Dr. and Mrs, Walker arrived in Wellington from Blenheim on Tuesday, and are staying at the Windsor 'till they leavo for England. Mrs. and Miss Morris (Napier) are .staying at the liova.l Oak. Miss W. F. Eraser (PaJ.merst.on tfortli) is visiting Wellington. ' Miss Chapman (Hastings) is visiting Wellington. ' Mrs. Ifiley returned to Wellington yesterday by the Willochra from a visit to Sydney. The engagement is announced of Miss E. Wilson, youngest daughter of Mr. E. A. Wilson, Ferry Road., Cbmtelmf-eh, lo sfr, S. W, Moult; yottnaest son of ■Mr. E. Moult, Thompson Street, Wellington. For permanently removing suiieribinii'" hair, Mrs. Rotleston guarantee? a euro in KlectrolysK Jar which she holds Uie highest diploma tiWained in Jjoston, uTs.A.: also medical ■ references, Personal attention. S-iiS Limibtofi Quay. Telephone 159 D.* / •

Wartgatitii Women's; Reform League. , ■ Tiio Warigiiniii braneli oi the Women's Pislitiia! Reform Lcagtte was hekl on Monday afternoon in Dtastin's Rooms, Mrs. I). (!. l'olson . (president) was in the chair, and expressed her pleasure at the good attendance (50 members being present), and the interest maintained in the league. After the usual business, 31r, Pinrni, the selected candidate for the constituency, spoko at some length on matters of particular interest to women. He was accorded a very hearty vcte of thanks. The 'campaign may be said to have commenced, in earnest, and the members of the Wanganiti branch hope to arouse the interest of those inclined to be apathetic, aril yet in sympathy with tiro iires-c-nt Government. Afternoon tea, which is particularly acceptable these cold, bk-ak days, ! «as provided and much enjoyed. The whole of the proceedings were marked with enthusiasm, which is _ eiieour.igm>; to those responsible for the- arrangements.

Feildrrig Notes. A most enjoyable dance was given hy Mrs. Cirton. at her residence last- week. Among thos-e present were: Mesdamcs Johnstone and Kilt-on, Misses Kir ton, Hayirittle, Wya'tt, O'Halloran, Fetch, Levin., and Jones, Messrs. Hawke, Garkeet, Goodbehere, Fetch, H.ojtlt, Atkinson, Jacobson, Morton, Ellis, Logic, Barton and many others. Mrs. Fitz.ge.rald (Wellington), who has been visiting her son, has returned to Wellington. Mrs. Ross (Gisborne), who lifts been the guest of Mrs. G. Elliott, has returned to her home.

Mr 3. Gosling has gofto to live in Nelson, Jliss M- Spain is the guest of Mrs. Pickering. Mrs. Sttttfart hits returned from Hawke's Bay, Miss Spain and Miss Mason are in Christchurch. Airs. Colrillb (New Plymouth) lws been staying in Feilding. ' The many friends oY Mrs. Hatliday wit bo pleased to learn that she has so far recovered from her recent illness us to return to her home, Airs. A. Wheeler is the guest of Mrs, Wheeler, Mrs. Richnrdsau has returned from the seaside. ■ Mrs. Fitzh-erbort has returned from Hastings. • Mrs. Goodbehere has gone to Hawhe's Bay, Tho Wedding took place at the Catholic Church,. Carterton, on Tuesday afternoon of Mr. Frank M'Kctime, -of Mas-tsrton, to Miss Ivy Gaisly. of Ureytow». Tho bride was given, away bj®her brfttlicr-ia-taw, Mr,' W. Feast, of 'Grevtown, and was attended by' tire Misses Alma and Linda Feast. After the 'Wedding the guests were entertained at tho residence- of Mrs. W, Feast, and later ,the bride and bridegrfom left, for tho south. Tiio engagement is- announced of 'Miss M.vra Smith, late of the Napier Hospital Nursing Staff, to Mr. .I*. W. 3iillier, of the Head. Office Staff of the Marino and Inspection of Machinery Department, Wellington. Miss J. Horton (Blenheim) is. stay-, ing for a few days with Jfra. J., 0, Bidwill, Pihautea. We Mat-rcm of-. St., Mary's Home, Karori, desires to -tliaaUH-tKo {jarishion«fs of St. '•Thomas , B' , 'i3hijifeli > Motueka, for a very geheroos contribution of fruit.' Miss Estelle Beerp has returned . to Wcffitigteii from a visit to Blenheim. At the last .meeting of the Blenheim W.C.T.U. a resolution was passed reafiifming tho support, of that- branch to the platform of the Biblc-in-State-" Schools League. ' .

; Mrs. Fitchett has returned to Wellington from a visit- to Roiorua.

Last Tuesday evening Dr.' 'follmrst Icctttfed in St. John's Sclioohoom to tho members of the Wellington -Nursing Division, Mrs. W. -S.. Moorhouse pfesided, and ovi?r forty ladies were present.. Tho leeMir-e proved most i«torostiiig, and dealt with numerous ailments under tho beading of ''Emergencies." Special icfei'-ence was made to maternity work. A vote of thanks was accorded the doctor for his instructive evening. .

llegrot will -bo felt by "White Ril>bouers" at t.h6 announcement of the deatih, suddenly, at her home, Maine, U.S.A., of Mrs. L. M. N. Stephens, national president of the Women's Christian Temperance Union of America., and world's vice-president. Mrs. Stephens presided at the reoent meetings held iii Maine, at which Lady. Holder was an Australasian delegate, and at the close of t'ho conference want through to Washington, where site contracted a chill, with fatal results.

Hair, like seeds, em never grow unless the soil be suited to it. Diseased scalps have Keen proved to bo associated always with the growth and develoftment "of niierobic life, and thay are easily avoidable bv prompt use of the latest scientific preparations, as sold bv Hiss Mi'soiii. j\li advice given free oii hair and sljin. Each easrt diagnosed,, and clients taught their own heme treatment. Dandruff nositively cured. Miss Mflsont, 84 WiUisStreet (opposite Shertt's Picture-Theatre), Telephone 81-i.* • Miss Fleming, Principal. "The Priory" Private Kindergarten mid Preparatory School, Atis'in Street, advertises that the. tenti commences on Wednesday next. May 27. Arrangements ran also be made, for dav pupils living at a dislante to be eonducted to and from the school.