PERSONAL AND SOCIAL

Otago Daily Times, Issue 24409, 21 September 1940, Page 16

PERSONAL AND SOCIAL

Mrs John Tripp returned yesterday to her home at Kurow.

Mrs James Ritchie left yesterday to spend a fortnight at the Levels, Timaru.

Mrs L. G. Fleming, of Rosebery street, has left for Gore to be the guest of her sister, Mrs F. Parsons.

Pi'ior to the marriage on Wednesday of Mr John Dickison and Miss Irene Clement, a “kitchen” evening was given in their honour by the residents of Conical Hill.

The monthly meeting of the Townswomen’s Guild was held on Tuesday evening, the president, Mrs R. S. Black, being in the chair, A motion of sympathy was extended to Mrs J. E. Macassey, and also to Mrs J. Y. Love, each of these members having suffered the loss of a son. Mrs Black was congratulated on having been elected to represent the Townsyvomen’s Guild as a member of the committee of the Women’s War Service Auxiliary. Professor A. G. Strong gave an interesting and enlightening address, her subject being “ The United States of America.” The speaker explained, the system of Government, the geography, industries, people, and problems of the States, and spoke of the present closer relationships existing between Britain and America. Mrs L. Y. Lilly thanked the speaker ; on behalf of the members of the Guild.

¥ ¥ ¥ An enjoyable afternoon was spent at the Astor Cafe on Monday afternoon in aid of the Christian Brothers garden fete. Among those present were —Mesdames Watson-Sheahan, Carroll, O’Connell, Daly, Clements, Claffey, Murrow, , Dew, McGuire, Hungerford. -Condon. Fahey, Blackwood, Culling, arid Misses Drumm, Clements, Pollock, Kelleher (2), O’Conner, McKeweon Hogan.'McQuillan and Kennedy. * ¥ ¥

The members of the Cecelia Choir were welcomed on the evening of September 13 by their conductor, Miss Meda Paine. The occasion was the choir’s annual party, held in the small lounge of the Otago Women s Club, Trump whist and other amusements were enjoyed by Mesdames D. Anderson, G. . Duncan, F. Hyder, C. Briggs, 'Whitworth; HarVey-Stewart, Vans tone (an ex-member from Opotiki), and Misses G. Gemmell, P. Hawcridge, J. Maydon, M. Park, C. Hinchcliff, O. Barth, F. Davys, T. Paine, B. Paine, B Allan, H. Henderson. A. McNee, B. Dempster, A. Tyrie, J. Ashton, M. Hutchings, G. Wilson, and E. Wilson,

The September meeting of the Musselburgh ' branch of the League of Mothers was held on Tuesday evening, and was presided over by, Mrs McConnell. Mrs Race brought the thought for the month, “Let’every hour be winged with joy, and very day a blessing.’’ Spiring flowers were brought for the wards of the Public Hospital. The president introduced as the speaker for the evening, Miss Vial, who as Vocational Guidance Officer for girls in Dunedin, was .able to give members much valuable advice as to the correct training required for girls _by present-day employers. The inestimable value of secondary education was stressed considerably, for it was "during the transition period between childhood and adolescence that education was so necessary. The benefits gained through social contacts,'as well as tne knowledge and poise, acquired, proved of great, value in* later life, besides assuring- girls of readier and more profitable employment, the speaker said. Mrs McConnell proposed a hearty vote of thanks to Miss Vial.

* # * v The Roslyn branch of the-League of Mothers held its monthly, meeting on Tuesday last, when Mrs;F. S. Laycock presided, and read from Psalm, xci, verses 1 and 2. Arrangements were made for members to attend the branch rally on September 26 in the R.S.A. Hall, in honour of the Dominion President, who is at present visiting Otago and Southland. A parcel of wool was distributed for the knitting of scarves and pullovers. Mrs Dow read a paper on " Hebridean Life,” which had been prepared by Mrs Magnus Johnson, who was unable to be present. This was interspersed with Hebridean folksongs, delightfully interpreted by Mrs Don. Mclnnes, ‘demonstrating _ how the Islanders had songs to suit their various occupations. The accompanist > was Mrs Dunne. Mrs Finlayson voiced, the appreciation of members. The thought for the day was, “ If you have gracious words to say, O give them to our hearts to-day; but if your words will cause, us sorrow, pray keep them till the last, to-morrow.” Mrs de Beer, convener, advised that the date for the League of Mothers to take charge of the dug-out in the Octagon had been postponed until November.

The Maori Hill League of Mothers held its September meeting on Thursday afternoon, Mrs Sharp presiding, and welcoming the grandmothers, who were the guests of the afternoon. Mrs Scott, a great-grandmother, read a portion of Scripture, and Mrs Ellis and Mrs Pickering presented each of the 14 grandmothers with a beautiful posy of spring flowers. Those who contributed to the programme included Mrs Naylor (“Songs My Mother Taught Me’ and "Belgian Lullaby”), Mrs Middlemans (“Old Fashioned Rhymes” and *e Banks and Braes”),Mrs Scott (“In an Old Fashioned Town”), Mrs Bezett (“ Love’s Old Sweet Song,” with humming accompaniment by the choir), the choir (“Lullaby”), Mrs Ellis (“Mother Maohree”) and Mrs Robinson (“The Second Minuet”). During the singing of the last song Mesdames Billing arid Walker danced a graceful “Minuet,” the three performers being in costume. The accompanist for the afternoon was Mrs Dickson. Mrs H. Turner gave an entertaining account of some of her experiences while living in London. Interspersed between the musical items were “helpful thoughts” given by a number of the grandmothers. . Mrs Fairbairn, on behalf of the guests, proposed a vote of thanks to the performers and to the committee members, who acted as hostesses. # # Skin rashes, lassitude, headaches and genera] ill-health disappear when you take R.U.R. at least twice a week. RU.R. is a laxative, liver and kidney stimulant and blood purifier.—9.

Mrs Philip Nevill, of Christchurch, who has been visiting Waimale, is now the guest of Mrs E. R. Nevill.

Miss Gwencia Coombe. of Milton, left for Wellington by the through express on Thursday,

Mrs F. E. Shrimpton will return to Dunedin to-day after an absence of 18 months abroad.

Miss Lorna Hutton will leave on Monday for Wellington, whence she will travel by air to Auckland to connect with the air services to Malaya, where her marriage will take place to Mr William T. Dunne, late of Dunedin

The members of them Leith Ladies' Bowling Club were the guests of the past president, Mrs Burnside, at a tea party held at the Savoy on Tuesday. A kind gesture during the afternoon was the presentation of a cup by Mrs Burnside 'for competition annually in the Champion Singles, the cup to be named the Burnside Cup. The president, Mrs Miles, expressed thanks to Mrs Burnside.

On Daffodil Day, October 4, the Plunket Society will hold its annual Street Day. Stalls will be set up at street corners, stocked with flowers and produce. The Society realises the many demands made on the public, but hopes for the generous response always accorded this object. Every baby born in Dunedin and suburbs is entitled to the help and advice of a Plunket nurse if its parents so desire, and for this purpose much money is needed. It is hoped to raise £SOO by the effort on Daffodil Day.

Mrs H. O. McFarlane is the guest of Mrs J. Chilwcll, of Uiaderwood. Southland, * * * Mr and Mrs H. A. S. Smith, of Ceylon. Mrs A C. Forsyth, and Miss Elespie Forsyth are spending a holiday at Mrs Forsyth’s house at Queenstown, ¥ ¥ ¥ The old girls of Columba College are advised that the next meeting of the “Friends of the Navy Working Club” will be held in the National Party rooms on Tuesday at 7.45 p.m. * St s> The committee of the Victoria League will be in charge of the Octagon dug-out on Friday next, and will be grateful to members for donations of cakes, jams and produce, etc., for sale. ’ ¥ ¥ ¥ Miss Nola Shearer, whose marriage will take place shortly, was the guest of honour at a “gift” evening given by Mrs John Leech, when the numerous guests were entertained with games and music. tic St St Mrs R. J. Forman, of Takapuna, Auckland, who has been visiting her daughter, Mrs James Dickie, of Waipahi, returned home by air on Saturday morning. ¥ ¥ ¥ The fortnightly meeting of the Halfway Bush branch of the Home Economics Association was held at the home of Mrs A. Bain, jun., on Thursday. Mrs Twoedie was re-elected president, Mrs McStay was elected vice-president, and Mrs Snook secretary. Miss 'Ferens gave an interesting talk oh London, and was thanked by Mrs Mawhinnev ¥ ¥ ¥ , The hall of Columba College was bright with flowers yesterday when the pupils held their spring service, which was conducted by members of the Sixth Form. After each child from the nursery school upwards had presented a vase, arranged by herself, a programme of spring poems and hymns was given by the girls. The flowers, which had been massed on tables during the service, were then collected and taken by the prefects to Hospital inmates and the residents of Ross Home. • ¥ ¥ ¥ Mesdames Turnbull and Whitaker, with their helpers, were hostesses at a 14-table bridge party held in connection with the Watea Croquet Club on Wednesday at the home of Mrs Turnbull, of St. Clair. The rooms were tastefully decorated with spring flowers. The president, Mrs J. Wilson, thanked the hostesses for a pleasant afternoon. The prize-winners were Mesdames Gibson, Knox, McCullough, Rhodes, McDonald, Davidson. Beck and Miss Stewart. jfc H* ’ # The Kaikorai branch of the League of Mothers held its monthly meeting on Wednesday last, when Mrs Dawson presided. The thought for the month, brought by Mrs Thompson, was “ Today’s good is to-morrow’s happy memory.” A humorous play. “ Engaging a Maid,” was greatly enjoyed, those taking part being Mesdames Spiers, McKellop, Ellis. Aitken, Duncan, Hanna and Bould. The speaker for the afternoon was Mrs A. J. Fox, who gave, an interesting talk on home nursing, showing the correct method of making and applying hot fomentations and kindred poultices. Mrs Spiers thanked the speaker. ¥ ¥ ¥ The combined annual meetings of thd local associations of the Dunedin South and Central Districts of the Girl Guides’ Association were held in Wilson Hall on Thursday. Mrs J. Hobditch presiding. In her opening remarks the president of the south district gave a resume of the work that is being done by the district committees. Mrs J. A. Hanan, moving the adoption of the annual reports, congratulated the committees on maintaining all their activities, and especially on their service to the Empire. The’ speaker stressed the fact that the Girl Guide movement was a great builder of character. The elec tion of officers resulted:—South district: President, Mrs James Mooney, secretary, Mrs O, E S. Wood; treasurer, Mrs F. G. Hall. Central district; President, Mr G, H. Parkinson; secretary and treasurer, Mrs Derek-Smith. After the business meeting an enjoyable programme was given by the Guiders. Mrs S, M. Park passed a vote of thanks to all workers in the Guide movement.

Mrs Macfarlane presided at a combined meeting of the Balclutha and Stirling branches of the League of Mothers held at Balclutha on Wednesday. Mrs English, the new Dominion president, gave an inspiring address on the aims and objects of the league, and was presented with a lovely spray of flowers by Mrs Renton. Two numbers by the league choir were much enjoyed. ' Votes of thanks were passed by Mrs Coatsworth, president of the Stirling branch, and Mrs Macfarlane. Prior to the meeting the president entertained Mrs English and the committee members at a luncheon at the Mon Desir Tearooms. Mrs L. Smith voiced the appreciation of those present and presented the hostess with a spray of flowers.

Cooking and serving a meal in a plane several thousand feet above the sea might sound a rather impossible task, but apparently the stewards on the flying-boat Awarua find it no trouble. The variety and the quality of the courses ;an be judged from the following examples:—The breakfast menu offers grapefruit, cornflakes, grapetnuts, scrambled eggs on toast, grilled bacon, breakfast sausage, egg salad, brown or white bread, scones, butter, jam, honey, or marmalade, tea, cocoa, or coffee, and fruit in season. For luncheon there is cream of tomato soup, cold buffet—roast duckling and apple sauce, country ham. roast lamb, luncheon sausage, salad in season, potato salad, maedone of peaches, cream, various kinds of cheese, biscuits. coffee, and fruit in season