IN TOWN AND OUT

Sun (Auckland), Volume 1, Issue 76, 21 June 1927, Page 4

IN TOWN AND OUT

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Mrs. A. G. Armitage, of Waiuku, is at present staying at the Commercial Hotel. * * * Mrs. Jasper Parrott has returned to Wellington and is staying with her sister, Mrs. W. P. Somerville, during the absence of her husband, PaymasterLieutenant Parrott, of H.M.S. Diomede. * * * Mrs. P. S. Crisp, of Auckland, is at present in Dunedin where she is staying with her mother. * * * Mr. and Mrs. T. R. Wreaks. of Whangarei, are staying at the Star Hotel. * * * Visitors to New Zealand from America include Mr. and Mrs. E. J. Gay, of Detroit. They are at the : rand Hotel. * * * Among the guests at the Star Hotel s Miss B. R. McQueen, of Wellington. Mr. and Mrs. Hunter, of Thames, ,ave arrived in Auckland and are at the Albert Hotel. Wellington visitors at the Albert Hotel include Miss T. Higgins. * * * Mrs. R. Heaton, of Matatoki, is staying at the Albert Hotel. The National Council of Women will hold their monthly meeting in the Old Grammar School Buildings, opposite St. Paul’s, Symonds Street, on. Monday, June 27, at 7.30 p.m. AN ENGAGEMENT The engagement is announced of Olive, elder daughter of Mr. and Mrs. R. C. Philpott, of Papatoetoe, and Henry, second son of Mr. and the late Mrs. W. M. White, of Devonport. WOMEN’S NATIONAL RESERVE AT WELLINGTON There was a cheerful little gathering in the Wellington Lyceum Club room on Saturday afternoon, when the executive of the Women’s National Reserve entertained the members of the Girls’ Club in recognition of their services in looking after the Soldiers’ Memorial 'Cemetery. Mrs. M. Holmes, the president, was present, and welcomed the guests, speaking to them about the Memorial Cemetery and what had been done. She congratulated the girls on their fine effort in placing the marble steps at the entrance, and the loving care they had expended on the cemetery in supplying flowers every week and caring for the graves of deceased soldiers. She thanked the club on behalf of the reserve for their cars. Miss Black, who has recently been on a visit to Australia, and was there during the visit of the Duke and Duchess of York, gave an account of her trip. She described the wonderful decorations at the big balls at both Sydney and Melbourne, at one of which the ballroom was made to look like the courtyard of an old castle, while the supper-room was reached through a vista of Australian bush. Miss Black was in Canberra and described the city as far as it has been built. She said that the present tendency was to build a certain size of house in different portions, and no one could build without reference to the commission. Districts are named after a national flower, with the principal street called after the capital of the country. There is a Manuka district, with a Wellington Avenue, so that New Zealand is represented. Miss Black showed a- number of pictures which made her address the more interesting. • AFTER MANY YEARS A Farewell Function Just over 24 years ago Mrs. A. J. Langmuir, with her husband, took up residence in Taumarunui. During that period she has seen the town grow from a rough native village to a modern and progressive borough, and has always taken a keen interest in the social life and activities of its residents. Much of her leisure time has been expended in furthering the work of the Presbyterian Church and Dr. Barnado’s Homes, and she is one of the old identities of the district in connection with these institutions. At the residence of Mrs. C. W. Davis, Taumarunui, Mrs. Langmuir was recently tendered a farewell afternoon by the members of the Presbyterian Women’s Guild and the P.W.M.U., a large and fully representative gathering being present. Mrs. J. P. Bailey, another old identity, on behalf of the gathering, presented the guest with a beautiful handbag and a box of handkerchiefs as a mark of the esteem in which she was held. Reference was made to the recipient’s sterling qualities of friendliness, and her interest in the work of the church and its allied organisations. Mrs. Langmuir left on Monday morning for Christchurch, where she will iji future reside.' MAYORESS OF ROTORUA ENTERTAINS Two “At Homes” givep recently by the Mayoress, Mrs. T. McDowell, at her residence, to ladies of Rotorua, resulted in large and enjoyable social gatherings By this means a more intimate understanding has been established among the ladies of Rotorua, a circumstance that augurs well for the future success of functions and enterprises in which a strong collective effort is necessary. Rotorua, as perhaps the leading health resort in the Southern Hemisphere, makes a strong demand upon a class of work possible only by women’s organisations. and to the Sunshine League and the Women’s Club, both local societies, credit is due for the amelioration of much physical distress and suffering.

ORANGE BLOSSOMS Ralls—Skudder A pretty wedding was solemnised at St. James’s Church, Kerikeri, North Auckland, last Wednesday, between Mary Adeline, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Skudder, of Kerikeri, and Ernest Stephen, elder son of Mr. and Mrs. E. V. Ralls, of Towai, late of Tarapuwa. The bride, who was escorted by her father, wore a charming gown of white silk, softly veiled with silver lace, while a beautiful veil of silverembroidered tulle fell from a chaplet of orange blossoms and silver leaves. Two maids attended the bride, Ihe Misses Eunice and Winsome Skudder, her sister and niece, who wore pretty

frocks of lettuce-green and shell-pink crepe de chine respectively. Each had a dainty cap and veil of tulle to match, caught with a wreath of silver leaves, and each carried a harmonising basket of dainty flowers. Mr. Alex. Riddell acted as best man, while the wedding was solemnised by the Rev. Mr. Conolly, of Waimate North. The service was fully choral, Miss Hemp presiding at the organ. The guests were afterwards received by Mr. and Mrs. Skudder at the residence of Mr. and Mrs. Cleave, which had been lent for the occasion. Mrs. Skudder wore a becoming frock of navy blue gabardine, with a black toque, when receiving her guests, and the mother of the bridegroom, Mrs. Ralls, wore a silver grey gown of crepe faille and a black hat. When the bride and groom left later by car for a tour of the Far North, the former wore a charming ensemble suit of duchess blue and sunset sedan cloth, with a dainty hat to match. They will later take up their residence in Towai. DAY—REID The wedding was celebrated at the Church of St. Benedict’s, Auckland, of Miss Esma Reid, eldest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. J. Reid, Valley Road, Mount Eden, Auckland, to Selwyn, youngest son of Mr. and Mrs. A. W. Day, Clevedon Road, Otahuhu. The Right Rev. Dr. Liston officiated, assisted by Rev. Monsignor Ormond. Organ music was supplied by Miss N. Ormond. The bride made a charming figure in her gown of pale pink satin chaminade, with an overdress of finely-worked sequins. The veil of fine silk tulle and silver lace border was held in place by a lovely coronet of pink and silver. A beautiful bouquet of pink and white roses, with long silver streamers, was carried. The bridesmaid, Miss Maisie Reid, wore a frock of apricot lace over crepe de chine, with bandeau of golden gauze, rosebuds, and tulle streamers. Her bouquet was of autumn shaded flowers. The duties of best man were carried out by Mr. M. Alexander. Artistically decorated was the Domain Kiosk for the reception which took place after the ceremony. The bride’s travelling frock was apple green silk repp, with white felt hat and large fox fur, the latter being the gift of the bridegroom. Mr. and Mrs. Day intend to reside in Hamilton.

PATTERSON—FIRKEN A very pretty and popular choral wedding: was solemnised in St. Mark’s Church, Te Aroha, on Wednesday, when' Gloria Firken, eldest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. F. U. Firken, was married to Mr. Albert Patterson, of Te Aroha. The Rev. R. L. Connolly officiated. The bride, who entered the church on the arm of her father, wore a beautiful dress of white georgette and silver lace. Her beautifully embroidered veil hung from a coronet of orange blossoms, and she carried a shower bouquet. She was attended by her sister, Miss Margaret Firken, as bridesmaid, who was charmingly attired in a pink georgette dress with mauve hat, and little Miss Ethel Firken, niece of the bride, as flower girl. Mr. Manning carried out the duties of best man. A reception was held at a Te restaurant, where about 60 guests assembled. The bride travelled iu a mulberry ensemble suit with hat to match. Mr. and Mrs. Patterson will reside in Te Aroha. WESTBURY—WOODLEY There was a large gathering of friends and relatives at the Methodist Church, Morrinsville, on Wednesday morning, when Miss Irene M. Woodley, eldest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. W. C. Woodley, of Tatuanui, was married to Mr. Percy J. Weslbury, eldest son of Mrs. and the late Mr. A. P. Westbury. The church was prettily decorated by friends of the bride. The Rev. E. Sage officiated. The service was fully choral and organ music was supplied by Mrs. Sage. The bride wore a very becoming frock of white satin crepe de chine, trimmed with lace, and the orthodox veil. She carried a pretty bouquet of roses, jonquils and maidenhair fern. ±he bridesmaid, Miss Doris Woodley, sister of the bride, looked charming in a dress of pink crepe de chine, trimmed with champagne lace and pink posies. She wore a silk net cap, with pink trimmings. Mr. Leslie Woodley, brother of the bride, was best man. About sixty guests were received at a reception at a Morrinsville restaurant, the usual toasts being honoured. Later Mr. and Mrs. Westbury left by car for Wellington. CONNELL—WALLACE Exceedingly pretty and of considerable interest was the marriage of Miss Una Wallace, eldest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. W. Wallace, of Claudelands, to Mr. Les Connell, youngest son of Mrs. Connell, of Dominion Road, Auckland, and the late Mr. Robert Connell. The ceremony took place on Wed-

nesday, June 8 in St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church, Hamilton, which had been beautifully decorated by friends of the bride. The Rev. H. G. Gilbert officiated and Mrs. Gilbert supplied appropriate organ music. The bride, who was given away by her father, looked very winsome in a dainty frock of white georgette, handpainted in pale pink. A train of pale pink silver tissue, lined with pink georgette hung from the shoulders, and the silk-embroidered veil was arranged under a coronet composed of silver tissue, sprays of orange blossoms and a band of smafll pink rosebuds. A lovely bouquet of pale pink cyclamens and maidenhair fern completed the toilette. Miss Peggy Wallace, chief bridesmaid, looked charming in a frock of Betty blue georgette over mousseline de sole. Her silver bandeau had touches of blue and her bouquet was of cream and apricot roses. Miss Vera Connell (niece of the bridegroom), as second bridesmaid, wore a pretty frock of pink georgette over 3ilk and carried a bouquet of pink and lavender cyclamens. Mr. Fred Connell, of Auckland brother of the bridegroom, was best man, and Mr. Allan Wallace, of Auckland, brother of the bride, was groomsman. Over seventy guests from all parts of the Waikato assembled at the; reception held at the residence of the bride’s parents in Clarkin’s Road. The

usual toasts were honoured and a happy hour was spent. The bridal couple received many valuable presents. The bridegroom presented the chief bridesmaid with a handsome leather suitcase and to the second bridesmaid he gave a beautiful string of pearls. When Mr. and Mrs. Connell left by car on their honeymoon the bride wore an ensemble suit of crepe-azalea in a deep cyclamen shade, with fawn velvet hat and fawn fox fur. Mrs. Wallace, mother of the bride, wore black crepe de soie, handsomely trimmed with_ sequins. Her smart black relieved with an osprey. Mrs. Connell, mother of the bridegroom, had on a black silk coat and a smart black hat. Mrs. O’Brien, of Wellington, aunt of the bride, wore a wine coloured coat frock and hat to match. Others present included: Mesdames J- Primrose, H. Mercer, G. Fromm, A. Williams, A. AVigg, R. Melndoe, H Millar, J. Baillie, C. W. Harvev, A. Stewart, C. Sing, W. Briscoe, F * w Burley, P. McPherson, J. Joll, p Ne l-' w n ’n G ‘ Waghorn (Cambridge), Ken. ®> G - Parrish. R. Houghton, H. G. Gilbert, McMillan (Cambridge) H Buckley (Matamata), J. j. Rybuni (Ngahinepouri), MisSes R. Burley M Mercer, Henry, L. White, M. Baillie E Millar, A. Ferguson. ' GIBSON—FINLAYSON ~A P r , eU , y Wedding was solemnised at fat. Andrew’s Church, Matamata. on June 8. when Miss Margaret Patricia Go\v% only daughter of Mr. and Mrs p - Finlayson, Hinuera Road, Matamata, was married to Mr. George Walter Gibson, of Kaimiro. Taranaki. Th ® Hev. A ' C * Hampton Dfficiated, and Mrs. S. J. Doull was the organist. The bride, who was given away by her father, wore a beautiful gown of white brocaded crepe de chine, with georgette overdress, relieved with silver lace, and a beautifully embroidered silk net veil, which hung from a coronet of orangle blossoms. She carried a bouquet of jonquils, chrysanthemums, stocks, and cream rosebuds, intertwined with asparagus and maidenhair ferns. The Misses B. Downie and V. Barford were the bridesmaids, the former wearing shell-pink crepe de chine, and the latter a frock of lavender crepe de chine, trimmed with ribbon to tone. Both carried beautiful bouquets. The best man was Mr. J. Gibson, and Mr. P. Finlayson, jun., acted as groomsman. At the reception, Mrs. Finlayson, mother -of the bride, received her guests in a becoming gown of navy silk marocain, with Oriental trimmings. The happy' couple left by train to spend their honeymoon in ttie Rotorua district, and will make their future home at Kaimiro, Taranaki. Among those present were Mesdames E. Finlayson (Arapuni), Weathereli (Cambridge), Logie, Barford, E. G. Banks, Downie, _ Laurenson, Heeps, Beverly, and Miss M. Day (Otahuhu).

WHANGAREI NOTES PUBLIC WORKS DANCE The Public Works Department held a successful dance on Friday evening in Gardner’s Hall, when about 150 couples were present, .taxing the splendid floor to its utmost capacity throughout a most enjoyable evening. Visitors from Auckland, Hclensvilie, Dargaville, Maungakaramea, Tauraroa, and Waipu were present, and also several nurses from the Whangarei Hospital. The dresses worn by the ladies were fully worthy of a ball. and the crowded hall bore a charming appearance. An energetic social committee had festooned the approaches and orchestral dais with nikau fronds. The novelty dances proved very popular, and for the Monte Carlo onestep there were offered numerous and acceptable prizes. The Arcadia Orchestra added further to its popularity, providing a programme of popular dance music, in which one-step and fox-trot prevailed. Extras played by Misses F. Skellern and I. Ross, and Mr. A. Cotterill, were fully appreciated. The three M.C.’s, Messrs. F. C. K>?rmode, I. M. Wright, and R. A. Rogers, performed their task splendidly. A dainty supper was provided at 10 o’clock, after which dancing continued until 1 a.m. Such was the success of this, the initial venture of its kind by the department officers, that it is contemplated holding a grand ball in the Town Hall later in the season. Y.W.C.A. NEWS Monday evening at the Whangarei Y.W.C.A. saw the Arts and Crafts Club hard at work on various dainty and beautiful articles. On Tuesday things were buzzing, for the home nursing class was having a most enlightening lecture, and becoming proficient in its practical work, while the hostel folk were enjoying the sitting-room fire, and the girls’ work committee was busy organising the industries of its department. Plans are well in hand for a community gathering of girl citizens, which will take place on Sunday next in the clubroom, and will be followed by tea and church parade. On this occasion Miss TVJcCrae, secretary of the Auckland Y.W.C A., will be a visitor, and the girls’ work committee will be other guests at the ceremony, which is specially belonging to the girl citizens’ community. The citizens, and helping them the girls’ work committee, are planning a concert to take place shortly. On Thursday afternoon the Y.W.C.Agirls play basketball, and on Thursday and Friday evenings the club girls meet as usual. This year they are trying to carry out their conference theme, “Explorers,”’ and many are the ti'ails explored and the treasures found.