SOCIAL AND PERSONAL.

Dominion, Volume 8, Issue 2318, 27 November 1914, Page 2

SOCIAL AND PERSONAL.

Wetltling at Pahiatua. A quiet wedding took place on 'Wednesday morning at St. Peter's Church, Pahiatua, when Mr. Kenneth Groves, of "Bush Grove," Masterton, was married to Miss Laurie Kathleen Hughes, second daughter "of' Mr. John Hughes, ""Waireka,". Pahiatua. ' Tbo cereinoriy was performed by the Rev. L. H. Fonn. The bride, who was given. away by her . father,' . wore . white satin,' with a crepe he chine overdress, and 'touches of gold. Her hat was of Brussels lace, trimmed with gold Toses, and she carried a bouquet of roses. Miss Raymonde Hughes (sister) • was bridesmaid, and wore a gown of white crepe de chine, with'overdress, of apricot broche,'and sash of violet panne. Her bat was of white crepe de chino, with touches of apricot and violet. Mr. Norman Groves (brother of the bridegroom), acted, as best man. The guests wdre afterwards entertained at "Waireka." The bride and bridegroom left in their motor for the north, the former wearing a navy crepe do' chino costume and white hat.

Ear! Roberts's Message. A few weeks before his death Earl Roberts addressed the following message .to the ohildren of the Empire:— "Y.ou havo ajl heard of the war; you have heard of the fighting forces sent from every part of the Empire to help the' Mother Country.' Why are we fightbig? Because the British Empire does not''break its promises, nor will it. allow small nations to be bullied. Now, the British Government promised, with all the .groat Powers of Europe, including Germany, that no army should set, foot ou the territory of 'the'little'nation of Belgium without her leave, in other words, she 'guaranteed the ' neutrality of Belgium.' Germany, however, w-as bent on war, and'on.dominating other nations. Britain 'did her. best to keep the'peace, but Germany—breaking her word—marched her/ armies mto Belgium'to try and conquer France. Children of the Empire, this is why we are at war—to hold our promise, to help bur friends, and to keep the. flag of liberty flying; not only over oiir own Empire, but over tho whole world. God save our King'and Empire."

St. Mary's Homes. One of the most successful sales of work yet held at St. Mary's 'Somes, at Karon was that which took place there yesterday .afternoon* Many visitors were present from, town, and as usual tho work which was exhibited for sale offer* ed irresistible attractions, and v in the end was completely sold. It included the famous basket work, plain sewing, and beautiful Montmellick and "Richelieu work, flowers and sweets. Owing to a soaroity of 'cane through the war, there was not so much of the basket work as usual, and naturally it was the first to go. Flowers and home-made sweets were a'new departure, Mrs. Van Slyke having charge of the former and Mrs. Hayes the lattor. Miss Bray, with the, assistances of the matrons of the homo and several of. the girls, was in charge'of the sewing and basket work. Tho Richelieu work'is quite a new de-parture;-arid was greatly admired, the traycloths,' table centres, etc., finding .ready, purchasers. . Miss Parlane, the matron, received the visitors, and afternoon tea was deftly -handed round by the girls. Among : those present were Mrs. Coleridge, Mrs. Harper, ■ Mrs. C. Johnston, > Mrs. John Duncan, Miss Baber, Mrs. Kemp, Mrs. Han'sell, Mrs. Anderson, Miss Dawson. Mrs.. Woodward, Mrs. Isaacson, Mrs. Hobday, Miss 'Powles, Mrs. Wilberfoss, Mrs. Blundell, and many others. The sum.of £34 was tho result of the. sale, a satisfactory ending to some months of patient sewing. ; .'...•■ Presentation. ..On-Tuesday evening Miss Marie Young, head typist in the Town' Clerk's office, was presented by her fellow members'of the staff with a handsome solid silver afternoon tea service, on the occasion of. her relinquishing clerical work to be married. Tho presentation was made by the Town Clerk'(Mr. J. R. Palmer), who referred to the excellent service Miss Young had rendered during the six years she had been connected with the staff, ■ service of such a conscientious and thorough character that, if continued in domestic life, should tend to make a happy home. He wished Miss Young all happiness for the future, and regretted that he would be without her valued assistance. Other members of the staff also spoke ui praise of Miss Young' and her work. The marriage, takes place in January, after which Miss Young's home will be in Dunedin. , . Among the visitors staying at "Balmoral" are Mr. and: Mrs. Cardale, who arrived from Christchurch; the Misses Haybittle (Feilding), -Miss Winstauley (Blenheim). Mrs. Hugh Williams returns to Masterton to-day from a brief visit to Wellington. Miss Haybittle (Feilding) was a passenger by the TJlimaroa from Sydney on Tuesday. The Misses Kasterfield, daughters of Professor. Easterfield, of Victoria University College, were passengers by tbe. 6teamer IndrabaMh, which arrived, in Auckland from London on Monday evening. Thoy are returning to Wellington after having been absent from the Dominion for thr§o years. Mrs. W. Dalziell (Manawa, .Timii) is visiting Wellington. . Mrs. Campbell and Miss Campbell, of Karori; leave to-day.on a visit to Napier. The marriage took place at the residence of Mr. and Mrs. R. Neilson, nganui, of Miiss Florence Neilson, to Mr. William Joseph Robinson,' son of Mrs. Josoph Robinson, of Riverton. Tho ceremony was performed by the Rev. Mr. Calder. The Misses' Winnie, Millie, and Dorothy. Neilson were' bridesmaids, arid Mr. F. Gibson was best man. In Toplfi /to numerous inquiries Miss Mileom states that the person who is lucky enough to discover paste, powder, or liquid to remove superfluous .hair permanently would confer a blessing as well a 9 accumulate a fortune. Science proves that nothing has been discovered. The hair will grow again; and Miss Milsom challenges any person to prove' the contrary. Electrolysis (performed by a skilled person) is the only treatment known to science that will kill the hair root, thus removing it for ever. The battery Miss Milsom uses has not its equal in the colonies having all tho latest improvements. The operation is pairJegg and leaves no scar. Foreign advertisemonts may mislead; but experience .teaches."; All treatments tor falling,and grey hair, delightful faco manipulation. Clients taught'to attend themselves:. All preparations for hair and- face sbooked. Miss Milsom, Barrett's Buildingß, i 'doors aljove "Evening Post," 91 Willis Street. Tel. 814-Advt.

The Dominion Bazaar. : The Dominion Bazaar was well attended last evening, and excellent business was transacted at the various stalls.' Mr. J. 6. Turner's mandoline and guitar orchestra of twolve players contributed selections during the evening, and an exposition of Swedish drill by. the Marist Brothers' boys was much enjoyed. The bazaar will again be continued this evening, and another attractive programme of entertainment will be giveiu

Croydon Boys' Sports. >As usual, the annual athletic sports of the Croydon Boys' Preparatory School were the source of attraction to a great many parents and friends who went across to Day's Bay yesterday afternoon to view them. It is not quite a year since the school was removed from the city to the. Bay, and the change from the limited space of the city to tho freedom and spaciousness of the Bay was one that needed no comment, so obviouß jvero its attractions and advantages. The keenest interest was taken in the various events, even the'very small • boys throwing themselves into the races with ardour, and some, good'records resulted, although in some cases nervousness presented the competitors from doing themselves justice. Thiß was particularly the case in regard to the high jump senior championship. . Several consolation races were run, including some very tiny little girl onlookers, who had their race, which resulted with three-winners.. Undoubtedly though, the fathers' race was quite one of tho chief attractions of the afternoon, and was entered into with abandon by tho entrants. Eagle eyes, however, discounted the agility of tho'winner by discovering a hole in the bottom of his sack, which was unfortunate. Her Excellency tho Countess of Liverpool arrived carjy in tho aftornoon, and later on distributed tho prizes to tlie winuers. The visitors wei» entertained at afternoon tea in the dining-room. Beautiful roses decorated the tables, and some .of the. loveliest, deep apricot, in colour, were grown,-by:Miss Sommcrvillc herself.' . The Countess of Liverpool was presented with a bouquet of dark crimson roses. Among those present were: Mrs. Sommerville, ■ Mrs. H. D. Bell, Mrs. Pvolleston, Miss Bell, JlVs. Lan Duncan, Mrs. Bayley, Mrs.Dalziel (Tenui), Mrs. Arthur Duncan; Mrs. lovm, ,Mrs'. Hugh Williams (Masterton), Mrs. ,T. Young, Mrs. W. Turnbull, Mrs. W. Johnston, Mrs. W. Bhindell, Mrs. 0> Bunnv (Masterton), Miss'Hannay, Mrs. Forrest. Mrs. and Miss War'biirton, Mrs. H. Kirkcaldie, Miss Wheeler, Mrs." H. Didsbury, Mrs. I'itchett, Mrs. Bir•kett. Mrs. Zohrab, Mrs. Scott, Mrs. and Miss, Watson. . .

Mr. and Mrs. 0. A. Richardson and .their little daughter returned to Wellington on Wednesday from a visit to England. ■ Mrs. Henry Hall and Miss Young returned to, Wellington yesterday from a visit to Mount Cook." '' " ' .''.,-' .. Mr. and Mrs. D. Cameron (Hinakura) the Empire Hotel.- : The/Wellington District Nursing Guild ,'of St. John .has heen .informed by -tho City. Council that .--their application for a donation to their funds will bo con'sidercd later on, when the various other societies' applications are being dealt with.) ■;.'-,- . : ( . ~ For Face Massage, Shampooing, all Hair ; freatments, and Eleotrblysis, Mrs. Rolles- ' ton's is reoommended. Spacious Private -Rooms, Qualified Assistants, and Personal 'Attention. Switches and Transformations •of every shade-a speciality. Hair guaranteed to keep its colour, 258 Lambton Quay.*