IN TOWN AND OUT

Sun (Auckland), Volume II, Issue 367, 30 May 1928, Page 4

IN TOWN AND OUT

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NOTES Mrs. H. Carr, of Auckland, is visiting Wellington. At the Hotel Cargen are Mr. and Mrs. E. Taylor, of Arapuni. Miss V. Ross is a visitor from Wellington to Auckland. Mr. and Mrs. G. E. Gale are Wellington visitors to Auckland. Mr. and Mrs. Robert Aitken.. of Dundin, are visiting Auckland. Mr. and Mrs. P. Wakefield, of 'Wellington, are visiting Auckland. Mrs. S. Porritt has returned to Stratford from a visit to Auckland. Mr. and Mrs. C. Wills are visitors from Christchurch to Auckland. Mr. and Mrs. P. A. Bates, of Wellington, are visiting Auckland. Mrs. R. Main Hathaway, of Remuera, is paying a visit to Palmerston North. Mrs. W. Dalziell, of Masterton, who has been spending several weeks at Rotorua, is visiting Auckland. Mrs. E. Edmonds, of Sydney, and Mrs. MacPherson, of Palmerston North, are among those at the Albert Hotel. * * * Miss Ina Thomson, of Napier, who has been the guest of Mrs. J. P. Stuart, Mount Eden, for some weeks, has returned home. * * * Mr. and Mrs. E. Collins, of Newbury, Mr. and Mrs. C. R. Kerr, of Te Kuiti, and Mr. and Mrs. A. Fraser, of Gisborne, are staying at the Central Hotel. SAILORS ENTERTAINED NAVY LEAGUE FUNCTION Crews of the ships at Calliope Dock were entertained by the Devonport sub-branch of the Navy Deague in the Harbour Board shed last evening. The shed was gaily decorated with flags strung across the walls and flowers and foliage. Music was supplied by the Kit Kat Orchestrd. Ladies of the committee were as follows:—Mrs. R. L. Cleland, Mrs. H. Melvin, Mrs. Cleal, Mrs. Palmer, Mrs. V. Wrigley, Miss Bulimore, Miss J. Munn, Miss Wrigley, Miss Spraggon, Miss Tatton, Miss P. Redmond, Miss Melville, Miss Johnston, Miss Casbolt, Miss Wyatt, Miss Rogerson and Miss Purser.

NURSES’ REUNION AFTERNOON AT HOSPITAL A very pleasant afternoon was spent at the Nurses’ Home, in the Auckland Hospital grounds, yesterday, when a reunion of the trained nurses of the Auckland Hospital was held, under the auspices of the Hospital Auxiliary. Miss Taylor, lady superintendent of the Auckland Hospital, and Miss Rudd, lady superintendent of the infirmary, were hostesses for the afternoon, and received the guests in the bright social hall. Bowls of vivid chrysanthemums and autumn-tinted flowers were a cheery note, and a general air of cosiness pervaded the room. During the afternoon several songs were sung by Mrs. Cook and Mrs. Kelly; Sister Dobson gave some enjoyable pianoforte solos, and Miss Mavis Grevatt contributed several items with her harp. Altogether, a vej-y pleasant hour or so was spent in renewing old friendships and exchanging reminiscences. A delightful afternoon tea was served by the present staff of sisters. Among the guests were: The Mayoress, Mrs. A. D. Campbell, patroness of the Auckland Hospital Auxiliary; Mrs. Alfred Kidd, president of the auxiliary; Dr. BuckleyTurkington, Mrs. Casement Aickin, Mrs. Tracy-Inglis, Mrs. Hardie Neil, and Miss Cummings, matron of the Mount Pleasant Hospital.

PENWOMEN’S LEAGUE DATES FOR JUNE rPHE League of New Zealand Penwomen have arranged the following fixtures for the month of June: Friday, June 1, 3 p.m.: Lecture, ''lndia To-day,” by Miss Laura Bunting. Tuesday, sth, 7.45: Literature Study section, A. A. Milne, Paper by Miss Dorothy Griffith. Friday, Bth, 3 p.m.: Impromptu Speaking Section. Tuesday, 12th, 7.45: Drama Section, Rehearsal of Plays for Recital. Friday, 15th, 3 p.m.: Lecture, “Venice,” Mrs. Isobel Maud Cluett. Note.—Management Committee to meet at 10.30 a.m. Tuesday, 19th, 7.45: Journalism Section, original stories, reading and discussion—limit 500-550 words must be observed. Friday, 22nd, 3 p.m.: Annual Meeting—Birthday of League. Tuesday, 26th, 7.30: Music section —rehearsal for recital. Monday, 25th, 7.45: Art Section—lecture, Mrs. Lucrezia Vigers, “Flower Painting.” Friday, 29th, 3 p.m.: Afternoon tea —final arrangements for recital. A public recital of original work in drama, poetry and music will be given under the auspices of the League of New Zealand Penwomen on Friday evening, June 29, 8 p.m., in Lewis Eady Hall, Queen Street.

METHODIST HOMES ANNUAL GIFT AFTERNOON There was a large attendance at the annual gift afternoon, held yesterday in the Pitt Street Metho.dist schoolroom, for the benefit of the children of the Auckland Methodist homes and orphanage. The committee has under its care 124 children in the three homes—Wesley and EpwQrth (Mount Albert), and Epsom Home (Buckland Road), all of whom are clothed by the committee. At the request of Mrs. A. C. Caughey, president of the committee, the Rev. W. Elliott, president of the Methodist Conference, occupied the chair. Opportunity was also taken to bid farewell to Mrs. Armitage, who as matron of the Mount Albert homes for eight years had done splendid work. On behalf of members of the staffs, the children, and numbers of friends, Mrs. Caughey presented Mrs. Armitage with a purse containing a cheque for £IOO. She referred to the matron’s zeal in her work, and her untiring, devoted interest in the children. Mrs. Armitage returned thanks in a short speech. A welcome was extended to Miss Johnson, from Canada, who is to succeed the retiring matron. Speaking of the work done by the homes, the chairman said that there were now four such institutions in the Dominion, for which the Methodist Church was- responsible. Between them they cared for between 2DO and 300 children. The Revs. G. Bond and S. Griffiths also spoke of the work being carried out by the homes.

IN FANCY DRESS FOR SCHOOL FUNDS A most enjoyable fancy dress ball in aid of school funds was held in the Maiho School. Woodleigh, on the evening of May 25. The dance was well attended. The hall was decorated with native greenery and the multicoloured costumes, together with the throwing of streamers, lent a carnival air to the scene. The ladies’ prize was won by Miss 1. Foley, in a goi-geous Eastern costume, and Mr. M. Manson, who masqueraded as a nurse. secured the gentleman’s prize. Among those present in costume were: Mesdames Caughley (Witch), Madill (Indian Belle), Snodgrass (Schoolgirl), Imrie (Night), Misses M. Griffin (Basket of Roses), E. Manson (Daffodil), A. Harris (Red Rose), Cornes (Cowgirl), K. Green (Bourneville Cocoa), P. Green (Ballet Girl), I. Foley (Eastern Costume), J. Griffin (Black Domino), F. Harris (Night), Messrs. P. Foley (Harlequin), H. Snodgrass (Baker), M. Manson (Nurse), F. Caughley (Miss New Zealand). A. Imrie (Hussar), K. Griffin (Schoolgirl). Also present were: Mesdames Griffin, Marshall, Green, Handley, Misses Marshall, Kirkwood, Messrs. Smith, Oates, Dey, T. and H. Manson, Scott, D. and W. Marshall, Foley, Hislop, Bates, Harris.

DICKENS LECTURE VICTORIA LEAGUE READINGS An interesting lecture by Mrs. Kenneth Gordon very pleasantly occupied the second series of winter lectures given at the Victoria League last evening. The speaker was introduced by Mr. Townley Little, chairman. The wonderfully descriptive powers of Charles Dickens was the subject of Mrs. Gordon’s address. Dickens had the power of making the reader see just what he saw, stated Mrs. Gordon, and the keynote of his style was simplicity. Students should realise that what is finest and best in literature is not grandiose phraseology, but absolute simplicity. Extracts from “David Copperfield,” “Little Dorrit,” "Bleak House,” “Great Expectations,” “Our Mutual Friend,” and “A Tale of Two Cities,” were read by Mrs. Gordon, in support of this contention. Character sketches and readings from Dickens were given by Miss Staham, who gave a reading from “Nicholas Nickleby; Mr. Clarkson, a reading from "David Copperfield”; Mr. Kenneth Gordon, a reading from “Dombey and Son”; and Mrs. Gordon and Mrs. D’Authreau. a character sketch, “Betsy Prig and Sairey Gamp.”

COMING-OF-AGE PARTY A very enjoyable party was given by Mr. and Mrs. Whittle at their residence, 8 Hauiti Road, Otahuhu, on Saturday evening, in honour of the coming-of-age of their son Raymond. The evening was spent in dancing, community games and competitions, with a number of musical items interspersed. The supper tables presented a dainty appearance, with masses of brightly-coloured blooms and overhead was hung a canopy of multi-col-oured streamers. Mrs. Whittle received the guests in a gown of viola purple crepe de chine, with insets of coffee lace. Among those present were: Mrs. F. Bennett, gown of vieux rose repp. Mrs. G. Rose, black silk repp frock. Miss H. Whittle, frock of wistaria mauve crepe de chine, with gold lace trimmings. Miss T. Bennett, frock of alice blue crepe de chine, trimmed with gold lace. Miss E. Cornelius, frock of dawn pink crepe de chine, trimmed with silver lace. Miss F. Dennerty, frock of sea-gf*een ta.f£eta. Miss G. Cornelius, frock of cyclamen crepe de chine, inset with coffee lace. Miss M. Christian, frock of viola crepe de chine. Miss L. King, frock of georgette, with silver lace trimmings. Miss 1. King, frock of black satin. Mis P. Bradly, orange taffeta frock and cream shawl. Miss D. Logan, sedge-green crepe de chine frock. Miss W. McAnulty, frock of black crepe de chine. Miss M. Twaits, apricot crepe de chine frock, with relief of gold. Miss L. Greenhalgh, frock of lichen green crepe de chine. Miss M. Goldsmith, cyclamen taffeta frock, with gold relief. Miss H. Greenhalgh, frock of black crepe de chine. Miss E. Ayres, frock of eau de. nil green crepe de chilis, Miss P. Walker, frock of blue and white crepe elise. Miss E. Speed, carmine crepe de chine frock. Miss Z. Walsh, frock of orchid mauve crepe de chine. Miss M. Speed, canary crepe de chine frock, with inset of silver lace. Miss A. Walsh, frock of mauve crepe de chine. Miss O. Mildenhall, wistaria mauve crepe de chine frock. Miss R. McCracken, frock of twilight blue hatienne. 6 da^'c’hine^ 1 ' Cowly ’ frock °f pansy crepe MISSION TO SEAMEN VICTORIA LEAGUE CONCERT Sailors filled the Mission to Seamen Institute last evening, when the girls’ branch of the Victoria League presented an interesting musical programme. The chaplain, the Rev. H R. Vickery, presided. Items were given by Misses I. Underwood, E. Ballantvne, L. De Renzv E. Langsford, E. Adkin, P. Renner’ Richardson, McCulloch and Messrs. R M. Smith and Studd. & & rit Sr Sf Sr ;i* ITCHING PILES CURED TRIAL TREATMENT FREE Mr. W.S., Napier, writes:—“Your Zann Double Absorption Pile Cure has given me great relief. I feel like a new man, and have told other sufferers of your wonderful treatment.” Try the “Zann” remedy at our expense. We will mail a generous trial treatment in plain wrapper, if you mention this paper and send ninepence in stamps for packing and postage Address, the Zann Proprietary. Box 952, Wellington. Stocks of “Zann“ obtainable from Bridge Drug Stores, Karangahape Rd., and A. Eccles, Chemist, Queen St., and Branches, Auckland. 7

HOUSE-WARMING PARTY An enjoyable house warming was given by Mr. and Mrs. J. Irwin at Tahora Avenue, Kemuera, on Saturday evening. The reception hall and lounge were decorated with large brass bowls of chrysanthemums, and the drawing and dining rooms in mauve and violet. Mrs Irwin received her guests in a gown of mauve georgette with an uneven hem of silver lace. Among those present were:— Mrs. Irwin, sen., black georgette and lace. Mrs. Douglas, black crepe de chine and lace. Mrs. Cavanah, black velvet relieved with rose. Mrs. Littler, pink taffeta. Mrs. Watson, black crepe de chine embroidered in scarlet. Mrs. W. Irwin, cinnamon velvet. Mrs. P. S. Freest, parma violet embossed in crystal. Airs. Quinn, black silk heavily embroidered in white. Mrs. A. Duffin, henna taffeta embroidered in gold. Airs. Taylor, floral silk. Aliss Quinn, biscuit georgette and lace. Aliss Tompsitt, blue georgette encrusted in silver. Aliss Thelma Duffln, sunset taffeta and silver lace. Aliss J. Freest, lemon georgette. Aliss Cavanah, pink and silver. Aliss Watson, mauve crepe de chine. Aliss N. Bartlett, white crepe de chine.

ZENANA BIBLE MISSION WORK OF AUCKLAND BRANCH The Auckland branch of the Zenana Bible and Medical Mission has experienced a difficult year on account of the prevailing financial stringency, according to the review of the president, the Rev. R. G. Coats, speaking at the annual meeting held last evening at the home of Mrs. J. T. F. Mitchell, Gillies Avenue, Epsom. Air. Coats said that the New Zealand quota was £1,500, but this year they could give only £920. Receipts had totalled £1,128, and expenditure £1,128, which included a cabled remittance to London of £920 and £lO2 in connection with the visit of Aliss Leitch, who had done a great work on her recent tour of the Dominion. The president hoped they would give till it hurt. There was no particular merit in giving of abundance. Three hundred and ninety-five pounds was given by the Auckland branch. All last year’s officers were re-elec-ted, with the exception of the hon. treasurer, Air. Ambrose White, who was unable to continue in ofiice. The Rev. A. W.McMillan was elected to the committee. Alueh appreciation was expressed of the work of Aliss E. B. AI. Brain. A resolution was passed recording thanks to Aliss D. J. Dannefaerd, hon. secretary. At the conclusion of the business portion of the meeting, an interesting talk upon the book, “Mother India,” was given by Air. McMillan. “Nothing,” said the speaker, “had so stirred India as this book, save the exposure in 12J16 of the conditions of living of the indentured Indians in Fiji.” Various statements of the writer were traversed, and Air. McMillan, who has had several years’ experience of missionary life in India, said that while there was much that was true of the darker side, not enough recognition was given of the finer side of Indian life. Nor did Miss Mayo give recognition to the courageous efforts that are being made by Indians themselves to bring about reforms in certain directions. Miss Mayo has shown only the seamy side, but nevertheless, from personal knowledge, he knew that, unfortunately, although a few points were exaggerated, the greater part of this seamy side was true. He was, in fact, amazed that a person who had only spent six months in India should have gained such a thorough knowledge of Indian life. In concluding, he stated that by giving India the Gospel of Jesus Christ was the surest way of uplifting the womanhood and girlhood of India. The Zenana Bible' and Aledical Alission was doing that through its various activities in schools, zenanas and hospitals. The society has over 300 women workers in India who represent practically all the evangelical churches.

COFFEE SOUFFLES Coffee souffles will meet the need for something new in the way of sweets when your stock of changes is almost exhausted. Place a quart of milk and half a pound of coffee in a pan and allow to steep for an hour. Strain, and add to the liquid five ounces of flour, three ounces of sugar and a small pinch of salt; mix well, and heat gently till the mixture boils, stirring all the while with a wooden spoon. Add the yolks of five eggs, and then the whites, which should first be beaten very stiff. Stir lightly and fill souffle cases with the mixture. Bake in a moderate even, sprinkle with fine sugar and serve.