SOCIAL AND PERSONAL

Evening Star, Issue 21751, 20 June 1934, Page 4

SOCIAL AND PERSONAL

Will correspondents please not* that items intended for Wednesday’* ' Star * must be in the oflice by Tuesday afternoon. and those intended for insertioa on Saturday by Thursday afternoon, or at the latest Friday morning. In th* latter case they must bo brief. Miss I l '. Brookes. Rcinucra, Auckland. is the guest of Mrs Allred fbbotson, Royal terrace. Mrs C. M. Prime, Auckland, is the finest of Mrs H. 0. M’Farlane, English avenue. M iss Agues Dodds, of Nelson, is visiting Dunedin, and is the guest of Mrs Bovan Dodds, Miehic street, Roslyn. Mrs A. A. Craiimiond, Wellington, is at present visiting Dunedin, and is the guest,of her iriotjjer, Mrs A. Black, Littlebourne. 1 Mrs A. B. Haggitt and Miss Joyce Haggitt are visiting Wanganui to be present at the marriage of Mr Bryan Haggitt to Miss Wilson. The engagement is announced of Margaret (Isobel) Gavina, eldest daughter of Mr and Mrs J. W. HClarke, of IJ2 Condon street, Dunedin, to Harold Clarence, only son of Mr and Mrs G. H. Wickett, of Auckland. Miss E. L. Wilkins will leave on Friday for Wellington and Whangarci, wiiere she will be the guest of her sister, Mrs N. Powell. Mrs H. Pinel, Remuera, Auckland, is the guest of her mother, Mrs Gilbert Buchanan, St. Leonards. Miss Story, of Venlaw, who is on her way to the North Island, is spending a few days as the guest of Mrs Gerald Fitzgerald, High street. Mrs Ibbotsoii is visiting her daughter at Waitati. Mrs F: D. Muirhead is the guest of Mrs tV. Gibb, Invercargill. Mrs J. B. Smith, who has spent the past two years abroad, returned to Dunedin on Saturday evening, and is at present the guest of her daughter, Mrs R. B, Tennent, Bangor terrace, Ivcw. Mias Dorothy Chirk left to-day on a visit to Mount Linton .Station, Southhind. Mrs E. J. Moon, of Christchurch, who, with her two small sons, came to Dunedin for the Parton-M’Goorge wedding, is the guest of her sister, Mrs H. W. Boddy, Coven street, Roslyn. Mrs H. A. Gamble and Mrs W. A. Dawson were farowelled on the Dunedin station on Tuesday as they set forth for their trip to Honolulu.

The engagement is announced of Alice, elder daughter of Mr and Mrs J. H. yhopperd, .Maori Hill, to George, eldest son of Mr and Mrs Edwards, Xortli-east Valley.

Jn Hie report ol the meeting ot the Society of Women Musicians, held last Monday, the names of Misses Marjorie APDowell and Ruth Moore were inadvertently omitted as being the performers of the piano duct ‘ Barcarolle from Suite ’ (York Bowen).

hr Norwood, of the City Temple, London, Dr Merrington, the Rev. E. S. Tuckwoll, the Rev. H. E. Bellhouse, and the Rev. A. Mend visited Larnach’s Castle on Saturday morning as the guests of Mr and Airs J, Jackson Purdie. Dr Norwood expressed great pleasure at the beautiful castle and its environs and the wonderful view obtained from the tower.

Miss Daphne Murdoch, who filled the title role in the Operatic Society’s musical comedy ‘ Sally,’ left on Thursday on a business trip to Sydney. Miss Murdoch, while in Sydney, will attend Hillcastle’s Instructional School for a course in hairdressing, and will be away about two months.

Airs AI. Bain was hostess at a very enjoyable bridge party of four tables at the Otago Women’s Club on Saturday evening as a farewell to Airs R. Aloffat, who is leaving here to reside in Wellington . Airs J. Loudon and Airs J. R. Blues were the prize winners.

The Columba College Parents’ Association is holding a “ bring and buy ” sale on Friday next in Constance Hall. Miss Cargill lias consented to open this function at 2..‘10 p.m. Buyers will find much to interest them, especially in stocking the week-end larder.

Air and Airs James Begg entertained guests at a dinner party on Monday evening in the Otago Women’s Club, given as a farewell to Air and Mrs Colin Gilray. The beautiful mahogany table looked particularly attractive with its setting of lace mats and brass bowls filled with winter berries and red leaves reflected in its polished surface Other guests were Air and Airs. H. L. Cook, Air and Airs D. Al'O'regor Reid. Air and Air? A. C. Cameron, Air and Mrs T. C, Ross, Air and Airs H. D. Skinner, Airs C. Alackie Begg, and Professor T. D, Adams.

Airs J. B, Peterson was hostess at a morning tea party on Saturday in the Savov in honour of her sister, Airs A. A. Cirammoud. of Wellington. Other guests were Alesdames Norton Oram, Richard Hudson. •!. Ringland, F. Anderson. S, Glendining. F. Halligan, and Aliss Clare Black. On Tuesday evening Mrs F. T. Anderson. London street, gave a bridge party in Airs Crammond’s honour.

Much interest centres round the initial production of ‘ The Dover Hoad to-morrow evening ,by members ot the University Dramatic Society. the members of the cast are all well-known local amateurs, many ol whom have already won their laurels in the Repertory Society’s performances, This year s production should be of special interest, as it is a departure from last year's successful venture. Mr A. A, Milne’s subtle comedy should make a strong appeal to tbo playgoing public.

Miss E L, Wilkins, who has resigned from the staff of the massage department of the Dunedin Hospital, was the Ernest of honour at a very delightful afternoon tea party given on Friday last hv Miss Roberts (principal) and Sir Weedon. of the massage staff. The partv was held in the massage rooins, which were prettily arranged with flowers. Tho guest of honour was the recipient of many gifts—from Miss Roberts a silver cigarette case, from Mr Weedon a ■ picture, and from the students a beautiful lustre ware bowl accompanied by a bouquet and a bos of exquisite flowers. On Thursday afternoon the nursing sisters of the hospital farewelled Miss Wilkin at a party held in tho Nurses’ Home, when she was presented with a volume of the ‘ Memoirs and Poems of Rupert Brooke.’

The Roxburgh Women’s Institute hell its monthly meeting on June IT, when there was an attendance of sixty members, with a sprinkling of visitors. Business took up a good deal ol tune owing to the May meeting having to be abandoned on account of sickness. The work' that had been exhibited at the Winter Show was on exhibition, and was a great attraction.' Mrs Burgess sang a solo, ami Miss I. Vernon recited, both items being much enjoyed. A competition for eggless cakes was won by Mrs Waters (fruit) and Miss M. Patterson (plain). Mrs Waters also took second place in each class. Afternoon tea was dispensed, and the meeting was brought to a conclusion witli singing the National Anthem.

A well-attended meeting of the Port Chalmers W.O.T.U. was held in the Currie Street Hall on Thursday. Mrs Mira ms presided, and extended a warm welcome to the members of tho Salvation Army Home League, who were present. The meeting was opened with praise and devotions, led by Miss Johnstone. A letter was read in connection with the forthcoming scientific temperance examinations,, which are open to all Band of Hope and Sunday school children. Mrs Mirams expressed the hope that there would he a number pf entrants this year, as last year’s candidates gained fifth and thirteenth places for New Zealand At the conclusion of the business Mrs Mirams introduced Mrs Bedford, district delegate to the convention, who read a most interesting report of the jubilee convention, which was closely followed by all present. Following her report, Mrs Bedford gave a short talk on ‘ Winding Up the Clock of Our Lives,’ all told in a simple and homely, yet must inspiring, way. Miss Farquharsoii thanked Mrs Bedford for her fine report end her most cheering talk. A duet was rendered by Mesdames Farquliarson and Price, solos by Miss X, M'Pliorson, and a recitation by Mrs Tresidder. Mrs Ballc thanked the union on behalf of the Salvation Army Home League for a very interesting and pleasant afternoon. Afternoon tea was handed round, and the meeting closed with the benediction.

On Saturday evening, in the Rotunied Soldiers’ Association’s social room, a jolly party was held in honour of Miss Mavis Galbraith, eldest daughter of Mr and Mrs W. P. Galbraith, of Macandrew road, on the occasion of her coming of age. Coupled with this event was the announcement of her engagement to Mr F, S. Gubbins, youngest son of Mr and Mrs G. Gubbins, of lew. Over fifty guests were present, and spent a thoroughly enjoyable evening. Under tho capable management of Mr F. S. Gubbins (M.G.) events moved speedily and well, ‘ Auld Lang Syne ’ terminating the happy time at 12 p.m. Excellent music throughout was provided by Mrs Rowe. Those present were;—Mr and Mrs W. P. Galbraith, Mr and Mrs G. Gubbins, Mrs Hall, Mr and Mrs W. H. Hal), Mr and Mrs J. Stewart, Mrs 1). Hutcbeon, Mrs R. Angus, Mr and Mrs H. AVootton, Air and Airs D. Vorley, Aliases E. Galbraith, A. Hall. E. Sherwood, I. Gubbins, A. Eccles, M. Forno, E. Hollow, I. Hope, M. Fowell, F. Kennard, D. Porteous, 0. Plunkett, F. Shelton, M. Turner, V. King, B.' Douglas, J. Knox, M. AFLeod, F. Wadsworth, I. Berti, E. Robinson, A. AVallace, Erica Vorley, Alessrs W. H. Galbraith. G. L. Warren, C. Bird, L. AFCormiok, R. Spinner, P. Wellington, C. Cousins, E. C. Scelye, A. Lysaght, J. Robinson, M. AlTndoo. J. Thomson, AI, Elder, R. Alorton, 0. Morrison, G. Hanson, R. Vial, I. Armishaw.

The annual lodge bail, held at Warepa on Friday last, was an unqualified success. A large . gathering of dancers attended from far and near. Excellent' music, dispensed by tbo Clutha Dance Band, was enjoyed by all and there wore repeated demands for encores. An extra was played by Mrs George Holden and Mr A. Dawson. Before supper was served ihc grand march was held, this spectacular event being led off by N.G. Bro. D. D. Edwards and Miss dean Earqubar, followed by about sixty couples. The artistic decorations of the hall, with the dainty hues of the ladies’ frocks and the glittering regalia of the lodge members, made the scene a picturesque one. As M.C.S. Bros. Robert M'Kerrow and Len Earqubar kept the dance going with vigour throughout. A “ lucky spot ” waltz was won by Mr and Mrs J. M‘lntosh. Among the ladies present ivere Mesdames R. M'Kerrow (nary satin), L. Edwards (navy crepe de cliine), J. Cook ffloral crepe suede). A, .1. Christie (green crepe morapain), J. Al’lntosh (blown satin), Ayson Robertson (pink satin beaute), J. Whitson (black lace), A. Melvin (Wain-era; navy taffeta). G, W. Holden (Waiwcra; ivory windswept satin), C. G. Xaish (black ring velvet), Mesdames J. Gear and E. S. Earqubar, Misses Alina Edwards (Dunedin ; black satin), Violet Edwards (Dunedin; white satin, sequined cape), Evelyn Earqubar (Dunedin; blue satin and capo). Thelma Callan (Wain-era; tomato satin), Naomi Dunn, (Balclutlia ; black satin and lace), Annie Fletcher (Alii ion; pale green georgette), Eileen Johnstone (Balclntba; lemon satin). .loan Earqubar '(pink georgette and organdie). Joan Johnstone ((lame velvet). Lexie Johnstone (bine crepe suede), Eileen Ayson (blue georgette, white cape), Aloxa Ponder (cerise crepe), At. Davis (scarlet and black crinkly crepe), R. Fazakorley (Stirling; green georgette), Muriel Cross (buttercup silk crepe, silk velvet ant] gold tissue coat), Enid Dee. (midnight blue sand erepe), Olga Whitson (red satin, white fur), Eva Shanks (neacock green crepe), Elsie Pannett < Waiwevn; pink crepe de chine and lace). Ellen Gordon (gold windswept satin), Thelma Scott (pink satin), Afabel Ayson (purple velvet), May Burnbv (green satin and organdie), Ella Murdock (Pembroke ; black crinkly crepe). Alav Roxburgh (Maclennan; pink satin)." W. Klein (apple green satin). G, Cocker! 11 (rose pink taffeta). A. Cairns (Knitangata: nil green French crepe), Dorothv Sinclair (Balclutha: white organdie and satin), Hilda Little (floral green georgette). Pearl Sinclair (Balclutha; pink angelskin satin), J. Duncan (scarlet satin), X, Hopkins (Clinton; black satin), FKellahnn (Clinton: lemon georgette), Mary Henley (Balclntba; black lace), Doreen Xicol (Waiwcra ; green windswept satin), Dolly Brownlie (pmk satin). Beta Spence (Glenomarn ; pen-cor-k blue moracnin). E. APLaren fred satin), Alice Blair (cherrv satin). I? : dd ,n (bhu-k windswept satin), Bnvd (floral .morwtte), L. Alofl'at (pink satin), P. A'‘Xutt (Owaka ; floral georgette), G, Downes (floral georgette), Olive Cook (green satin). Mrs Tan Watt, and many others. A happy ami enjoyable hall terminated at 2,40 a.in. with’ the singing of ‘ A old Lang Syne and the National Anthem. o

Ju honour of the coming of age of their daughter. Daphne, Mr and Mrs Ludemann, of Papakaio (North Otago) ■ entertained upwards ot fifty guests at their home on Friday last. Dancing was indulged in during the evening to music generously supplied by Messrs GPringle iind A. Gibson. Games and competitions were also introduced, and altogether a very pleasant time was spent. After supper had been dispensed the usual toast list was honoured. in proposing the toast of the guest of honour ,and presenting her with the “Ivey of freedom,” Mr W. Wilson referred to the high esteem, in which Daphne was held in the district, and expressed the wish that her future would be a very happy one. The toast of the host and hostess was proposed by Mr R. Ledingham, after which the ceremony of cutting tho beautiful birthday cake was performed. As an inter-, hide, Mr L. Gray contributed two very pleasing vocal solos, which were greatly appreciated, The introduction of a “ lucky spot ” waltz resulted in Miss Ella Gray and partner being the winners. A very enjoyable evening was brought to a close to the strain of ‘Anld Lang Syne,’ Among those present were Mr and Mrs Ludemann, Mr and Mrs Ledingham, Mr and Mrs Wilson, Mrs F. Crawshaw. Misses Daphne Ludemann, M. Patterson. M. Lndemann, B. Borrie. G. Morrison, H. Ludemann.. R. Gray, G. Ludemann, M. Niinmo, M. Baton. S. Sanders, M. Ledingham, V. Feathers, J. M‘Vie, N. Ledingham, J- Niinmo. M. Stephens, W, Stephens, E. Gray. B. Stephens. L. Hurst. D. Mayfield. J. Hall. B. Sanders, Messrs D. Ludemann. E. Ledinghmn, G. Pringle, R. F. Ledingham, W. Anderson, A. Ludemann. J. Hall. G. Gibson, L. D. Gray, R. Patou, A. Hall, .1. 'Wilson. L. Ludemann. L. Schaffer, R. A. Gibson, h. E. Marsdcll. W. D. Grnv, A. D. Gibson, E. Ludemann. and M. L. Roberts. Tim guest of honour was the recipient of many handsome gifts.

On Friday last a pleasant evening was spent in the Arthur Street School Hall, the occasion being the coming of age of Aliss Alary Dillon, daughter of Air and Airs AI. J. Dillon, of Fingall street, South Dunedin. The hall was tastefully decorated for the occasion, and a most enjoyable time was spent by everyone. The grand march was led off by the parents of the guest of honour, about fifty couples participating. Excellent music was dispensed by the Sports Band, under the baton of Air Frank Eggers, who kept things going merrily until the small hours of the morning. Tho supper table was tastefully' decorated with and red and gold poppies by Aliss T.arves, who gave the party in honour of her niece. The cake was decorated with twenty kewpies around the cake and one large one in the centre. During supper Air Alexander proposed the toast of the guest of honour, and announced her engagement to Air Jack Sims. At the conclusion of supper the guests were entertained by a ventriloquist (Mr Eggers), who caused much merriment. Among the guests were: Mr and Airs M. J. Dillon (the latter wearing black moracain), Aliss Mary Dillon (black velvet, with diamante trimming), Aliss Dillon (pink windswept satin), Aliss Agatha Dillon (lemon and black crepe dc moire), Aliss E, Dillon (green crinkle organdie, with pink rosebud trimming), 'Mr and Mrs W. Dillon, jun. (black georgette and coatee), Aliss Tarves (tomato windswept satin and coatee to tone). Air and Airs T. Young (white angel skin lace and georgette), Air and Airs AI, R. Scanned (green georgette and chenille georgette bridge coat). Airs Fenby (black figured crepe de clime). Air and Airs C. Sims (red windswept satin, grey velvet capo). Air and Airs Alexander (black moracain). Misses Joy Scanned (green lace and georgette), E. Alexander (black embossed velvet), E. Long (cherry crinkle crepe, ovster cape), E. Strachan (gold lace and satin), J. Strachan (black velvet), AI. Niven (white Hollywood crepe), D. AFGratli (windswept satin), J. Strong (green organdie), T* Tyler (black satin and silver lame). G. Aitken (maroon crepe), D. Short (shell-pink taffeta), B. Ives (red radium lace), Iv, Ives (pink crepe de chine), S. Grass (gold silk velvet), T. Peters (Wellington, black ring velvet), K. Peters (Wellington, black lonia velvet and white fur), Q. Hannah (black windswept velvet and white fur), A . Hannah (white moracain), R. Hannah (red crinkle georgette, beaute cape), M. Ballantvne (black silk velvet), L. Bailantyne (wine satin beaute), O. Alston (black windswept velvet) 1. 1 arsons (black velvet), A, N. and C. Sims, Stewart Prescott, R, Vernon. I, Low, A. Watkins; P. Niven. E. Sutherland, D. Richardson, and Alessrs T. Dillon, E. Floury, G. Wallace; A. Grass, J. Laff'ev. Eggers (3). Joseph (2), L. Hood, H. Wright. F. Smith. R. Jackson, F. Sutton, Neple 12). 1 • Foster, Ferntree. and Masters Michael Dillon and Ron Scanned.