Wedding of Wide Interest

Gisborne Herald, Volume LXVI, Issue 20028, 29 August 1939, Page 12

Wedding of Wide Interest

Von Dadelszen—Gardiner H.H. Families United A wedding of wide interest uniting two well-known Hawke’s Bay families took place at St. Luke’s Church, Havelock North, on Friday afternoon, when Sybil Mary Michael, younger daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Reginald Gardiner, Havelock North, was married to John Herman, elder son of Mr. H. R. von Dadelszen, also of Havelock North. The ceremony was performed by the Rev. S. F. N. Wavmouth and the Rev. S. R. Gardiner, the bride’s cousin. A wealth of fragrant spring flowers in creamy shades, with lovely pink blossom arranged artistically about the church, made a charming setting for the wedding.

The .bride entered with-her father, to the strains of Handel’s “Wher’er You Walk.”

Lovely Bridal Gown

Her lovely Edwardian period gown of pearl satin and chiffon was copied 'from her mother’s model wedding gown, the graceful and youthful lines being admirably suited to the bride. A soft chiffon ruffle with ruched edge formed the heart-shaped neckline, and the bodice, slightly shirred down the front, was fastened at the back with tiny satin buttons and loops, finishing just below the waistline. The long fitting sleeves with high shoulders were ornamented at the wrists with chiffon ruffles. A cascade effect was featured in the lc*ag chi'ffon-trained skirt. Two deep flounces of accordion-pleated chiffon, with ruched edging, fell softly over the satin foundation from just below the hips in front, and at the back was an added flounce, the three being caught at the sides with chiffon rosettes at tire top of each flounce. Her tulle veil, becomingly arranged with a coronet of orange blossom, worn by her mother oh her wedding day, was worn with a point over her face when the bride entered the church. She wore a simple pearl necklet, and carried a beautiful bouquet of magnolia stolata, freesias and carnations.

Bridesmaids in Turquoise Taffeta

Two bridesmaids and a flower girl attended the bride, Miss Faith Gardiner, the bride’s sister, chief, Miss Sheila von Dadelszen, the bridegroom's sister, and little Janet Gardiner, the bride’s niece. Turquoise French taffeta fashioned the frocks of all three ’maids, that of the little flower girl’s being a miniature of those of the older ’maids. Dainty shoulder veils of turquoise net caught with topknots of pink blossom added a charming finish to their frocks. Both bridesmaids wore the bridegroom’s gift of graduated iridescent pearl necklets, and the little flower girl also wore his gift of a long seed pearl necklet. The bridesmaids carried bouquets of pink peach blossom. The little flower girl made a pretty picture in her toe-length frock topped with a bandeau of pink flowers and carrying a posy of pink blossom. Mr. Michael von Dadelszen, the bridegroom’s brother, was best man, and Mr. Jack Kennedy, Auckland, was groomsman. The ushers at the church were Mr. Goring Kennedy, Auckland, and Mr.. James von Dadelszen. Reception at Club

The reception was held in the Women’s Service Club, Hastings. Mrs. Gardiner wore a distinctive gown of black and vintage shot chiffon velvet, and her black hat of Bangkok straw had a little rosette of black and vintage into which was tucked a Parisian pearl ornament. Her bouquet was of vintage-red cyclamen and carnations.

. Mrs. von Dadelszen was in a smart frock of navy American suede crepe embossed with a clover design. She wore a navy shiny straw hat trimmed with pink and clover flowers, and carried a bouquet of mauve cyclamen and hyacinths. The bride travelled in a model frock in Madonna rose in a fine matt wehve of gossamer wool, and an upturned hat to match with a rose and 1 turquoise bow in front. A swagger fur coat in dove grey with grey bag and accessories completed the ensemble. Mr. and Mrs. John von Dadelszen will reside in Havelock North.

Among the invited guests were Mr. and Mrs. P. B. Latley, Kopuawhara; Mrs. G. Guy, and Mr. G. E. Piesse, Gisborne.

Informal Party

The charmingly arranged party, given by Mrs. Len Lunken at her home in Harris street last week afforded a number of friends a pleasant opportunity of farewelling Mrs. S. L. Dryland prior to ‘her departure for Auckland. Iceland poppies and daffodils were used with artistic effect in the decoration of the drawing-room, and supper was served informally from a flower-decked table. The hostess wore a becoming frock of bottle green cloque accented with touches of gold. Mrs. Dryland was smart in a frock of black faille printed in a conventional design in green and white, and a white Angora bolero. Basketball Dance A bright and cheery dance was held by the Y.M.iC.A. basketball 'team in the assembly hall at'the Y.M.C.A., Fitzherbert street, on Saturday night, for the benefit of its funds.

The music was supplied by Stuart Skeet’s orchestra, and each number was repeatedly encored, the keen atmosphere being an added stimulus to dancing. A Monte Carlo waltz competition was a popular item, Miss Doris Carter and partner emerging the winners, A delicious supper was served informally.

The committee responsible for the successful organisation of the dance included Misses M. Bickford, M. Patterson, T. and D. Parker, V. .Thorstenson and R. Ferguson.

Tiniroto Bachelors’ Ball Filled with a merry throng of revellers, the Tinoroto Hall presented a festive scene on Saturday night, when the ‘bachelors of the district held their annual ball, function, as usual, meeting with complete success.

Decorations of greenery and streamers enhanced the genial atmosphere of the ballroom, and the programme was under the supervision of Mr. H. Campbell.

The music was supplied by Baly Brothers’ orchestra, and Mrs. NobleCampbell, Mrs. K. Evans and Mr. E. Baty contributed extras.

A Monte Carlo waltz competition was won by Miss L. Barker and partner, and a spot waltz was another popular novelty number. A delectable supper was served informally, the hosts, who had the assistance of a ladies' committee, waiting on the guests most assiduouslyAmong those present were Mr. and Mrs. T. Fahey, Mr. and Mrs. V. Noble,Campbell, Mr. and Mrs. H. Campbell, Mr. and Mrs. G. Castell-Spence, Mr. and Mrs. K. McKenzie, Mr. find Mrs. T. Hill, Mr. and Mrs. J. Moran. Mr. and Mrs. D. Moran, Mr. and Mrs. W. McGonegal, Mr. and Mrs. B. Baty. Mr. and Mrs. J. Aguew, Mr. and Mrs. T. Thornton.

Mesdames F. Law. Longdill, K Evans, N. Law, and P. Moore.

Misses E. Baty, B. Hill, L. and J. Barker, N. and R. Law, R. Hinton, T. McGonegal, P. Law, S. Richardson, E. Kent, P. Berry, J. Scott, J. Moore V. Karker (Wairoa). D. Delaney. J Mitchell, T. Colvin, Gibson, and G Frood.

Women’s Club Literary Circle The monthly meeting of the literary circle of the Gisborne Women's Club was 'held i*n 'the club’s rooms yesterday afternoon, members present including Mesdames G. S. Vincent, 'chairman, M. Lawless, C. H, Ferris, M. iS. Woodward, 11. 'Holmes, E. Trowell and Miss Clark. Several delightful readings on the subject of "‘Friendship" were presented. A poem, “Someone Like You," was contributed by Mrs. Trowell, and (Mrs. Ferris followed with'“The Friend Who Understands.” Mrs. Vincent read an extract from Emerson, and also a poem entitled “Friendship,” by Weatherly, which had been s6't to music. Three poems, all on the Same subject, 'by Borroughs, W. D. Nedbit and O. W. Holmes respectively, were presented by Mrs. M. Lawless, and Mrs. Woodward's contribution was “Friends Like You.” An extract from “San Michele” in regard 'to Dr. Munthe and the nuns was read by 'Mrs. !H. Holmes. “The ißarretts of Wimpole 'Street” was the subject set down for discussion at the next meeting. Afternoon tea was served informally.

Messrs. S. Sargent, G. Spence B. I McGonegal, A. Kent, H. R. and T. Mossman, T. Goukl. L. O'Neal. B. Berry, A. Moore. B. Vagg, L. and D. Moore, K. Chatterton, M. Deianey, H Patterson, L. Gibson, B. and J. McGouigal, J. Bramley, A. Murray, T. Fahey, B. Tipoki, J. Woollfe, B. Haycicn, B. King, A, Piper, and V. Watt.

Druids’ Social Evening Turanganui Lodge, No. 7, U.A.0.D., held a most enjoyable evening in the Orange Hall last Thursday. Although the Competitions were on, and other clanees, the attendance was excellent, despite the heavy rain that fell. Representatives from six other lodges in the district were present, including Mr. and Mrs. Wallen, from the M.U., 1.0.0. F.; Rebecca Lodge, „, 1.U.0.F., Mr. and Mrs. S. Fryer; Star of Gisborne, 1.0.0. F., Mr. and Mrs. Davison; Rechabite Lodge, Mr, and Mrs. Wallen; Foresters’ Lodge, Mr. Clements; Hibernian Lodge, Mr. and Mrs. T. Haisman, jun.

Mrs. McKinnon was responsible for the music, and Mrs. A. C. Coleman played an extra. Tht duties of M.C. 'were ably carried out by Bro. R. L. _uo iram.

The spot waltz was won by Miss D. McCarthy and partner;' the Monte Carlo waltzes were won by Mrs. Wallen and partner and Mrs.' A. C. Coleman and Mr. Clements.' The catering tor the supper was done by Mr. H. Wootton, and the Druids’ social committee, under the guidance of Bro. 'C. J. McCarthy, was responsible for the excellent manner in which it was served. Members of the social committee were Bros. AlUvood, H. Craill, C. Greaves, Milligan, Hanson, Craig, and R. 'S. Mottram. jvir. Davison, Star of Gisborne Lodge, sang t\Vo songs, and Mrs. A. iColeman gave two whistling solos, these items being much appreciated. Among some of those present were Mr. and Mrs. L. Allwood, .Mr. and Mrs Hadwin, Mr. and Mrs. Pollard, Mr. and Mrs. A. Craill, Mr. and Mrs. H. Craill, Mr. and Mrs. Wilks, Mrs. T. Eeade; Mr. and Mrs. B. Moore, Mrs. Hughes, Mr. and (Mrs. Moore, jun. Misses J. Trigg (Auckland), D. McCarthy, 'P. Ayres and IM. Eade.