SOCIAL AND PERSONAL

Evening Star, Issue 22143, 25 September 1935, Page 4

SOCIAL AND PERSONAL

Will correspondents please note that items intended for Wednesday’s ‘ Star 1 must be in the office by Tuesday afternoon, and those intended for insertion on Saturday by Thursday afternoon, or at the latest Friday morning. In the latter ease they must be brief. Miss Molly Downes, of Wellington, is a visitor to Dunedin. Mr and Mrs Charles Batchelor left on Tuesday for their home at Miller’s Flat. Mrs Beckett and Miss Winifred Beckett returned yesterday to their home in Waimate. Dr and Mrs F. Fitchett arrived in Wellington to-day by the Wanganella, on their return from Australia, After spending three weeks in Invercargill, Miss Ngaire Walls returned to E'er home town on Wednesday last. Miss Violet Tnrton ; of Wellington, is the guest of Dr Winifred Bathgate, Clyde street. Miss Joan Fenwick, of Wellington, is the guest of the Misses Ramsay, Loudon street. Dr and Mrs A. G. B. Fisher, wlio have been staying at Woodbury and Timaru, have returned to Dunedin. Sir Liudo and Lady Ferguson arrived in Wellington to-day by the Wanganella on their return from the medical conference in Melbourne. Mrs D. 11. Corson, of Oamaru, is paying a'short visit to Dunedin and is the guest of Mrs F. G. Runnerstrum, Royal Terrace. Mrs E. I. Halsted, accompanied by Miss Ruth Phillips, left by to-day’s express to connect with the Wanganella, en route to Australia. Mrs Marshall Macdonald will be the guest of Mrs W. J. Crawford, 179 Carroll street, during her stay in Dunedin. Mrs Norman Buchanan and Mrs J. M. Fraser left by to-day’s express to join the Wanganella on a Holiday visit to Australia. Mrs Charles Bowkcr, who has been the guest of her daughter, Mrs Aubrey Stephens, Hawthorn Avenue, will return to-morrow to her home in Timaru. The Music Circle of the Otago Women’s Club will entertain Madame Muriel Brnnskill on Friday afternoon in the club lounge at 3.30. All club members aro invited. Mrs C. Paterson and Mrs A. Chapman wore joint hostesses at a “ kitchen ” evening in honour of Miss Joan Moiklejchn, who is to be ah October bride. A very pleasant time was spent, and many useful gifts received by the bride-to-be. The staff of the S.T.R. entertained Miss Joan Meiklejohn at the Strand Salon recently in honour of her forthcoming marriage. The guests spent a most enjoyable time in dancing, while musical items were rendered during the evening. The bride-to-be was the recipient of Some beautiful gifts. A very enjoyable evening was spent at tbo residence of Mrs J. H. Denton in Ellis street, on tho occasion of the twenty-first birthday of her eldest son, Janies. The house, was filled with guests, and Mr MTnnes, on behalf of Mr Denton, presented the guest of honour with a watch and chain. - The party was a most enjoyable one. One of the Tew Royal residences that is not being “ spring cleaned ” during the summer holidays is No. 3 Belgrave Square. Tho Duke’and Duchess of Kent only moved in during April, and everything there is still too new to require renovation. Tho Duke and Duchess returned to London from the Continent early in September. They went straight to their town house, where everything was ready for their arrival. Miss J. Johnson left on Saturday last for Cromwell to join the hospital nursing staff. Prior to her departure Miss Johnson gave a supper party to a few of her friends. Those present were Mesdames H. L. Goughian, Hugh Gonrley, Misses A. Gourley, M. Prisk, E. Vorrath, Messrs Hugh Gourley, H. L., Coughlau, R. Matthews, J. Hamilton, and L. Stapp. The newspaper families of Birkenhead and Camrose aro again being linked in marriage. The engagement is announced of the Hon. William Michael Berry, second son of Lord Camrose, to Lady Pamela Smith, younger daughter of the late Earl of Birkenhead. Lady Pamela, although only 21, is a novelist, and a recogxiised authority on circus and gipsy customs. Miss B. Woodhousc presided over tho monthly meeting of the Otago Women Teachers’ Association, held in the Teachers’ Club rooms on Monday last. Those present had the privilege of hearing Mr James Fleming, whose informal talk on ‘ Some Points On Good Speech ’ proved both pleasant and profitable. Miss O. Hayward, in expressing members’ appreciation, thanked -Mr Fleming both for his talk and for the gramophone records with which he had concluded. When the Queen stays with the Pxuncess Roval at Harewood House, the visjt is just as delightfully informal as that of any mother staying with a beloved married daughter, There aro calls on well-known Yorkshire folk in the neighbourhood, and, usually, Royal mother and daughter find time to go to both York and Harrogate in search of tx-ea-sures in the antique shops. There is always a kind of grand tour of the home farm—the Princess Royal’s province—and tea in the garden is a festive business each day if the Queen is thei’e for it. In her talk at tho Theosophieal social last Saturday afternoon, Miss B. Starkey emphasised the fact that both joy and sorrow are necessary in the ■education of man, and that the understanding of Cod’s plan brings an added interest in life. Some enjoyable songs were contributed by Misses Agnes Guy, Edna M‘Lcan, and Enid Aitchesou, while Miss Dorothy Johnston, who was the accompanist, also contributed a piano solo. The room was decorated with large vases of spring ilowers. An informal chat during afternoon tea brought the proceedings to a Ixappy close.

Mrs Mark Hauau was hostess at a very enjoyable three-table bridge party on Monday evening at her home in Poplar Lane, Mornington, given in honour of two brides-to-be, Miss Patricia Campbell and Miss Jean Begg.

The Maori Hill branch of the League of Mothers met in the Sim Street Hall on Thursday, Mrs Creo Brown presided over a large attendance. Madame Winnie Fraser gave an intensely interesting talk, relating her experiences fluring her travels in America, England, Scotland, and the Continent. Miss Dorothy Mackay delighted the gathering with her songs. Mrs H. L. Paterson, on behalf of the league, thanked Madanio Winnie Fraser and Miss Mackay for the pleasant afternoon they had provided.

The monthly meeting of the Roxburgh branch of the Women’s Institute was held on Wednesday last, Mrs Graham presiding. Miss M. Kinaston, who was the delegate to the Dominion conference, read a very interesting report. A group demonstration on ‘ Raised Wool Embroidery,’ by Mrs H. Henderson, and ‘ Butterfly Pictures,’ by Miss G. Watson, was instructive and much appreciated. The competition, “ The Best Papier Mache Article,’ was won by Mrs Parker. The hostesses for the afternoon served an enjoyable afternoon tea.

A delightful little tea party was given on Monday afternoon in the Otago Women’s Club, when the members of the French Circle met to wish Mrs James bon voyage on her return to England. Aime. Saldaigne, in presenting Mrs Janie* with a posy of natural flowers in red, white, and blue colours, said how pleased everybody had been to have her as a member of the circle, and wished her a pleasant trip back to the Homeland. Mrs James charmingly replied, expressing her appreciation of the friendly spirit in the French Circle, and saying how much she had enjoyed her visits to it. Miss Alves, who is leaving on a holiday visit to Auckland, was also presented with a posy. Afternoon tea was later served, the table decorations being yellow spring flowers. Others present at the party were Mesdames W. J. Williams, W, Garrett, Iverach, Beaumont, Ilaynor-Bell, and Spedding, and Misses V,' Jacobs, F. Campbell, Spedding, Thomson, and F. Allan,

On Wednesday last a concert was held in the Kaikorai Catholic Hall to augment the funds of the “ Queen of Hearts ” stall at the carnival to be held in February next. A brilliant programme was arranged by_ Signora Stella, comprising operatic arias, songs, instrumental solo, choruses, and elocutionary and dancing items. The hall was well filled, and after an enjoyable concert, dancing was indulged in till a late hour. A feature of the programme was the presentation of ‘ Ciri-biri-hin,’ Signor Stella being the /soloist, with chorus by the Musicale, The accompanist for . the evening was Signora Stella. Among those taking part were Mesdames E. Stone, M'Farlanc, and Montague, Misses Vanda Duncan, It. Mantell, M. Baker, L. M'lntosh, S. Smith, Morina Carroll, Joan and Betty Stewart, June Holmes, Anna Briasco (violin), D. Rodgers, Baby Montague, Annette and Ray Ingram, Cairns, and Al'Latchy (3), and Messrs I). Stuart, F. Rodgers-, R. Appleearth, J. Devereaux7 J. Montague, T. Kennedy, C. Al'Guire, and Tano Fama (who delighted everyone with clever impersonations).

Messrs Brian Al'Kenzie, G. Bowerbank, and N, Stevenson were joint hosts at a most delightful party on Friday evening, given in honour of Miss Eileen. O’Keefe and her fiance, Dr R. W. J. Murray, of England. Those present were Misses Margaret Sinclair, Diana Murray, Helen Thompson, Mary Alexander, Dorothy Hay, Billy Murray, Ngairo Murdoch, Bilbo Hay, Margaret Murray, Margaret Lawson, Ngaire Taylor, Gwen Wright, Pat Stevenson, Helen Murray, Cynthia Stewart, Molly Scott, Nance Orbell, Daphne Thompson, Ann Stevenson, Ruth Williams, Beverly ; Al'Kenzie, June Murdoch, Betty Irvine, Mario Anderson, Janet Stevenson, Joan Hay, Cynthia Wilson, Sylvia Murray, Betty Gerald, Pat Williams, Honor _ Price, Joan Alexander, Bettine Sinclair, Jayne Moore, Dorothy Stuart, Marjorie Hay, Sydney Hamilton, Geraldeno Sinclaire, Noel Anderson, Joan Dawson. Heather Al'Kenzie, Betty Fitzgerald, Messrs D. Reid, R. Stewart, B. M’Kellar, E. Hay, M. Williams, D. Price, B. Stevenson, R. Murray, J. Alexander, R. Wilson, G. Sinclaire, C. Johnson, M. Sinclair, B. M'Kcllop, O. Johnson, G. Murray, K. Ramsay, Drs Wright, I. Milne, D. Irvine, K, M'Kenzie, N. Hay, L. Patterson, J. Gerald, M. Falconer, 1. Hay, G. Murdoch, A. Aitken, J. Anderson, J. Thompson, N. Murdoch, M. Murray, B, Fitzgerald, R. M'Kenzie, I. Stevenson, M. Anderson, H. Aitken, J. Freeman, D. Stewart, M. Dawson, G. Black, E. Smith, W. Hamilton, M. Bain, and John Murray.

An enjoyable time was spent at the 0. Cafe on Saturday evening, when the staff of Messrs John Edmond Ltd. held ,their first annual .dance. The cafe presented a gay scene, and it can bo safely assumed that everyone thoroughly enjoyed l the function. The music" was supplied by the Revellers’ Dance Band. During the evening Mr C. Barton rendered a solo accompanied by Mr W, S. Houston. Three novelty dances were held, the winners being Mr and Airs Knewstubb, Miss F. Milburn and Mr L. Hall, and Miss A. Wright and Mr L. Reynolds. _ The balloons, streamers, etc., which were distributed, added to the gaiety of the evening. The dance was very capably organised and controlled by a committee comprising Messrs A. C. Kelly, M. N. Yeates, and M. S. Shephard. A very jolly and enjoyable evening was brought to a close with the singing of ' Auld Lang Syne.’ Among those present were:—Air and Mrs Les. Knewstubb, Mr and Mrs C. E. . Miller, Mr and Mrs G. Hollingworth, Mr and Mrs J. Gardner, Misses J. Osborne, 1. Farquharson, P. Harclie, _E. Higgins, B. Fisher, A. Wright, J. Gardiner, E. Silver, D. Alitchem, P. Shephard, A. Chettleburgh, P. Kelly, P. Milburn, E. AX'Dougall, M. Mncligan, D. Porteous, B. M'Moran, AI. Kean, A. Donaldson, AI. Smith, J. Alanson, A. Connor, I. Kraft, and E. Wilton, and Messrs A. C. Kelly, M. Yeates, .1. Shephard, A. J. Warnock, J. Riddell. W. Reynolds, L. Barnett, L. Hall, H. Millow, L. Reynolds, P. Carroll. <l. Morrison, K. Hadfielkl, E. Reid, D. Scott, ,11. Marshall, F. Harridge, L. Gerle, W. Garsidc, A. M'Aloran, B. Huntley, P, Dixon, N. Cherry, B. Walsh, J. Daly, and C. Wilson.

Bach Concept. Miss Cecily Audibert, of Christchurch, who was specially engaged as soloist at the Bacli concert on Monday evening, wore a charming gown of irridescent marocain, with all the fullness drawn to the back, and frills at back and hem; Miss Ethel Wallace, violin soloist, was in black, with silver shoes and a shining silver jerkin: and Misses Alary Frazer and Winifred Gardner, who played with Air Alax Scherek in the three pianos concerto, were in scarlet satin and blue satin respectively, each made with dainty frilled sleeves.

Charming Frocks in ‘ The Skin Game.’ ' The Skin , Game,’ the Dunedin Repertory Society’s play, which will commence a season of four nights at His Alajesty’s this, evening, gives ample scope for varied and interesting dressing. At the beginning of the first act the scene is indoors, in the morning, and Aliss Violet Livingston, as Airs Hillorist, wears a smart navy and light blue jumper suit. Her daughter, played by Alias Joyce Messent, wears a youthful frock of Marina silk, and the more sophisticated Chloe HornMower (Aliss Amta Winkel) is in dusky rose crepe dorville, with a’ smart black hat. In the auction, room scene Atiss Livingston appears in a dark blue costume with a white blouse, navy and white hat, and silver fox furs; Miss Alessent in a white crepe marocain frock patterned in black and scarlet, with a black cire straw hat; and Aliss Winkel in multi-coloured matt crepe with a white Breton sailor hat and white shoes. Aliss Livingston’s next change is to a navy and white striped marocain house frock, while Aliss Winkel plays the dramatic boudoir scene in a crepe de chine tea gown with largo posies on a black ground. The first scene of the third act is also in the morning, and Miss Winkel'wears a blue and white diagonal striped frock, while Miss Messent wears a fresh green and white pique. For the final scene Aliss Winkel is dressed in a beautiful cream satin .evening frock with a black coat, Miss Livingston in a black and pink frock with a smart black cape, ana Aliss Messent in blue georgette with sole frills edged with silver and a silver girdle. Airs Hugh Speight, as a lady’s maid, wears a becoming green uniform, and Miss Ngata Buswell, as a working man’s wife, is dressed in a navy blue costume.

The various sots which form the background for these frocks, are most effective, so that ‘ The Skin Game ’ should be a colourful and interesting production.