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Evening Post, Volume CXXII, Issue 33, 7 August 1936, Page 15

HERE AND THERE

Children's Party.

A children's party held recently in aid of the Tawa Flat Plunket Society was, although there was boisterous weather, a distinct .success. Messrs. Edgcombe and Wickham, kept the children well entertained with games, competitions, etc. A delicious sit-down tea comprising everything that children enjoy at. a party, evoked many satisfied ejaculations, and paper hats completed a charming picture. Among the willing helpers were Mesdames Edgecombe, Hawken, Wickham, C. Mexted, M. Mexted, Hunt, jun.,; R. Cook, J. Hook, and Harris. "Daffodil Ball." An energetic committee composed of members of the' Eastbourne Plunket Society is making arrangements for • a "daffodil ball" in the Day's Bay pavilion on August 15. The decorations will introduce a "spring touch" and it is hoped to have the pavilion thoroughly transformed for this occasion. Fancy dress will not be worn, and as this ball is probably the largest social event of the year in the east harbour bays, it is hoped that the Plunket Society funds will benefit. A Presentation and Farewell. The committee of the Pukerua Bay sub-branch of the Plunket Society recently bade farewell to Mrs. R. C. Gardner, one of its most valued members, who is leaving the district. Mrs. C. Gray, the president, provided a de-

lightful afternoon tea, and made a presentation of china to Mrs. Gardner, with the best wishes of all the members of,the commiUee.v Pleasant Party. Mrs. Foley gave a' pleasant party recently in honour of Miss Joyce. Burns, daughter of Mrs. S. Burns, Sydney Street. A very happy evening was spent, and at supper-time toasts were given by Messrs. N. Burns and K. Mills, to which Miss Burns responded. The supper-room was gaily decorated with flowers in shades of lemon and gold. Among the many guests present were Mr. and Mrs. Banks, Mr. and Mrs. Wildbore, Mrs. McKay, Mrs. Foley, Mr. and Mrs. Craig, Mrs. Stedman, Mrs. Burns, Mrs. Mcßae; Misses E. Keay, N. Burns, J. Burns,. G. Perry, J. Sharp, H. Buck, M. Douglas, C. Mills, N. Gordon, J. "Wilcox, L. Taylor, B. Gollie, M. Ellray, S. Taylor, J. Thomas, I. Dixon, E. Merritt; Messrs. B. Howell, I. Keay, C. Keay, L. Baker, N. Burns, H. Douglas, J. Lowery, L.' Mills, K. Mills, L. Mills, Mcßae, B. Foley, L. Foley, H. Laracy, T. Hindle, L. Wilcox. T. Janes. J. Dodds, J. Moseley, D. Curtis, B. Adams, E. Laracy, and J. Thomas. ' Dickens Fellowship. Mr. E. C. Smythe, who at a recent meeting of the Dickens Fellowship presided, gave a brief address on the contents of the last "Dickensian" which contained a^ great deal of interesting matter. Two appreciated songs were, rendered by Mrs. Wainwright, and Miss Bray told many things about her wanderings in "Dickens London," and her attendance at the Liverpool conference, all of which interested those present greatly. Then followed the "Supper Party" from "Nicholas Nickleby," excellently rendered by the Dickens Dramatic Club, the following members taking part: Mesdames Prince and Page, Messrs. Coomber, Page, • Prince, and Master Prince^ Miss Morrell spoke about "Christmas Books" and Mr. Sladden gave a reading of the "Schoolboy's Story," which concluded a good programme. Much regret was expressed at the resignation of Mrs. N. Cruttenden as secretary. Mrs. Cruttenden is a foundation member of the original Dickens Fellowship in London and was the founder of the Wellington Branch. A Happy Gathering. A very pleasant gathering was held recently at the Wesley Ladies' Guild, Wellington Central, when Miss Richards, who has for many years been asosciated with the guild, entertained the members to afternoon tea. An enjoyable programme was provided, songs, duets, and elocutionary items being given by members of the Welsh Choir and others. A pleasing little function was the presenting to" Miss Richards of some choice china and a beautiful of Iceland poppies. Mrs. Paris, who made the presentation, was also handed a posy of freesias. Sincere thanks and good wishes were expressed to Miss Richards.