WOMEN’S CLUB

Hawke's Bay Tribune, Volume XVII, 26 November 1927, Page 11

WOMEN’S CLUB

COMMITTEE WELCOME MRS LOWRY. A pleasant little afternoon tea was given for Mrs T. H. Lowry by the committee of the Women's Community Club at the rooms on Tuesday. Bowls of sweet peas brightened nooks and corners. In the absence of the president (Mrs W. G. Stead), Mr s E. C, Cla/k--son (vice-president) asted as hostess. After tea was handed round, Mrs Lowry spoke most entertainingly ol her recent travels, all present being extremely interested in her narration. The various soldiers’ memorials leen were described, also Edinburgh Castle and the impressive Military Tattoo at Aidershot. The time passed all too quickly for those listening to Mrs Lowry’s graphic descriptions. Those present were Mrs E. C. Clarkson, Mrs Waterworth. Mrs Lovell-Smith, Mrs W. McKenzie, Miss Fitzßoy, Mrs Simson. Mrs Harris, Mrs F. Douglas. Mrs Lloyd, Mrs A. 1) S. Whyte. Mrs Gilbertson, Mfs O’Meara, Mrs Stratton, and Mrs (Juartley. MUSICAL PARTY FROM NAPIER. A musical treat was given to the members of the Community Club on Thursday evening, when Mrs W. T. Drake, L.A.8.. of 'Napier brought out a little concert party. Each item was excellent, and the members showed their appreciation bv all being encored, and even then demanding still more. The Rev. W. T Drake proved himself an announcer of considerable wit and humour, and his easy manner and amusing remarks made the whole evening a most informal and happv one. 'AU (he members were greatly amused and laughter was hearty, when at the end of the pioi. the Rev. Drake gave an excellent and whole-hearted representation of the Maori haka, at which he is obviously a past-master. The rooms were prettily decorated with roses, and looked very restful with the yellow glow from the light shades, and the easy chairs arranged in groups. Coffee, cakes and sandwiches were enjoyed after the items, and everyone lingered to talk with the visitors, who were cordially thanked by Mrs.E. C. Clarkson (vicepresident). The following programme was given:—Mrs W. T. Drake (songs), “Sognai” (Schira), “Thou Art Like a Lovely Flower,’’ “Oh, Fair and Sweet and Holy,” “Where the Beo Sucks.” Also with her husband, the Rev. Drake, the following duets were sung: “Springtime” (Newton) and “Jheum, a Boat Song.” The Rev. Drake gave “The Windmill” and “A Song of Waiting” as solos. Miss Ethel Cooke ,of Napier, was trebly encored for her delightful singing of “Waiata Maori” (Alfred Hill) and also gave “Waiata Poi,” “Ombre Mai Fu” (Handel), and “Spreading the News.” Miss Jessie Waddington, A.T.C.L., played Beethoven Sonata. Ist movement, opus 11. Shadow Dance, and Hungarian Dance. Songs given by Miss Dolce Head were “0, Western Wind,” “Homing My Ships ’> and “Long Ago.” Mrs Bromley Hill, a gold medallist of Trinity College, played all the accompaniments with exceptional taste and expression. Among those present were Mrs Clarkson, Miss Fitz Roy, Mrs Waterworth, Mrs Lovell-Smith, Mrs W. McKenzie, Mrs Gilbertson, Mrs Lloyd. Mrs Kruse and Miss M Kruse, Mrs Webber, Mrs Newton (Napier), Mrs Budd, Mrs Woods, Mrs de Denne. Mrs P. H Barr, Mrs Woodward, Miss Evans. Mrs Pufflett, Mrs Perrin, Mrs Elphick. Mrs Bee, and others.