IN TOWN AND OUT

Sun (Auckland), Volume III, Issue 813, 6 November 1929, Page 4

IN TOWN AND OUT

SOCIAL NEWS

NOTES Miss Allen, of Morrinsville, is staying: at the Grand Hotel. Mr. and Mrs. Simmons, of Taumarunui, are at the Albert Hotel. Mr. and Mrs. H. C. Hardcastle* of Rotorua, are guests at the Central Hotel. Miss Helen Bullock, of New Plymouth, is the guest of Mrs. G. A. Lee, Omahu Road, Remuera. Miss Myra* llosking, of Whangarei, is visiting Auckland and is at present the guest of Mrs. F. Ruddle at Takapuna. Miss McLean, acting-principal of the New Plymouth Girls’ High School, who has been visiting Auckland, has returned home. Among those staying at Arundel are Mr. and Mrs. W. O. Rose, of England, Mrs. I. Evans and Miss M. A. Smith, of Wellington. Miss Margaret O’Connor left for England by the. Aorangi. She intends paying a visit also to the Continent and will be away for some time. Visitors at the Grand Hotel include Mrs. M. Case, of New York, Mrs. J. Attwood. of Western Australia, and Mrs. J. Henkel, of Sydney. AN ENGAGEMENT The engagement is announced of Kathleen Mary, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. A. S. Wallace, of Te Awamutu, to Cyril Reece, son of Mr. and Mrs. A. J. Parker, of Stanley Point, Devonport. SUCCESSFUL FAIR CHURCH AND SCHOOL FUNDS CONCERT IN EVENING A highly successful fair was held recently in the Studholm Street School, Morrinsville. A generous response was mad© to the appeal for produce and goods, and the stalls were well laden and generously patronised by the public. As a result of the fair, the school funds will benefit to the extent of £ 46. Those in charge of the various stalls and competitions were as follow: Sweet sth.ll, Jean Gummer; cake stall, Stella Cornish; produce stall Elsie Gray, variety stall, Clara Wyatt; morning and afternoon tea, Olive Money; soft drinks, Marion Jones; Aunt Sally, P. Wliitechurch; nail-driving competition, PI. McGregor; putting . competition, C. Smith; ringing the bottle, N. McGregor. The concert held in conjunction with the bazaar on Monday evening was also most enjoyable and successful. The hall was filled, and the church funds will benefit to the extent of over £2O. The evening' was in the hands of visitors from Morrinsville ana Te Aroha. A feature of the concert was a number of selections by pipers from the Hamilton Caledonian Society. It is several years since the skirl of the pipes has been heard in Morrinsville, and those with Scottish blood thrilled to the music. The pipers and drummers received warm applause, and were encored each time they appeared on the stage. SUCCESSFUL BAZAAR MORRINSVILLE EN FETE VARIETY OF STALLS A bazaar, held in of the Knox Presbyterian Church, in the Strand Theatre, Morrinsville, on Monday, attracted a large crowd of buyers. The stalls, which were artistically decorated, were laden with produce and useful goods, which found a ready sale. The bazaar was organised by the Presbyterian Ladies’ Guild, the object being to raise funds for the reduction of the debt on the church. The proceeds totalled over £9O. Those assisting at the stalls were as follow; Plain: Mrs. T. Martin and Mrs. W. Morrice; fancy, Mrs. J. L. Faulkner and Miss G. Bright; aprons, Mrs. Barford and Mrs. Hartley; children’s: Mesdames Finlayson, Simpson and Gibbs; produce, Mrs. Arndt and Mrs. McLachlan; sweets and flowers, Mrs. Bartley and Mrs. W. Martin; Christmas tree, Mrs. Patten; afternoon tea, Mrs. Wilson and helpers. INTERESTING ADDRESS* UNITED POLITICAL PARTY THE WOMAN’S STANDPOINT The women’s branch of the United Political Party held a meeting in the Society of’Arts Hall last evening, when Mrs. N. Von Sturmer was in the chair. An interesting address on politics, from the woman’s standpoint, was given by Dn R. M. Beattie, who, in dealing with finance, land and taxation, unemployment problems and Questions of public health, particularly stressed the urgent need of more creches in Auckland. This was essentially a woman’s problem, and one of vital importance to the many mothers who without the assistance thus provided would have no opportunity of escaping even for a short time each day from the pressure of domestic cares. Dr. Beattie also expressed the opipion that more recreation grounds were needed and that Motuihi Island would make an* ideal site for a rest home where delicate women and children could be sent to recuperate. On behalf of those present, Mrs. Von Sturmer thanked the speaker warmly at the conclusion of his address.

Guy Fawkes Frolic at Bayswater Decorative Scheme in Bine and Gold GAY SCENE AT CLUB-HOUSE The Bayswater Clubhouse presented a gay appearance last evening l , when a large number of dancers assembled for the annual Guy Fawke’s dance. Mr. Harry Heilson’s Dixieland Orchestra played the latest dance numbers, which were enjoyed by all. Exhibition dances were given by pupils of the Margaret O’Connor Studio, and included items by Miss Joan Morris, Miss Molly Ballantyne, Mr. F. Skeet and Mr. Frank Easson. A delightful supper was served downstairs by a committee, blue and yellow flowers being charmingly arranged as table decorations. Among those present were: Mrs. Lidgard, who wore a pastel pink satin and tulle frock; Mrs. Inkster, navy georgette; with an overdress of lace; Mrs. Deacon, crepe faille, in a pale salmon pink shade; Mrs. McKay, apricot satin frock, with deep hem of ecru lace; Mrs. Bach, pale bronze satin and lace; Mrs. J. Williamson, ciel blue lace over satin, with shawl to tone; Mrs. Burgess, old gold georgette; Mrs. Smith, petunia shaded georgette, with uneven hem; Mrs. Edwards, black embossed chenille georgette; Mrs. Brinsden, black lace frock, with blue shoulder spray, and shawl to tone; Mrs. Ekman, beaded frock in powder blue; Mrs. Lawrence, apple crepe de chine; Mrs. Harrison, crushed rose crepe de chine; Mrs. Easson, black satin beaute; Mrs. Taylor, cream lace frock; Mrs. Burnett, sea green taffeta; Mrs. Lock, chose silver lame, with black laco overdi*ess; Mrs. J. Lane, briar rose satin frock; Mrs. Finlay, flame satin, with uneven hem; Mrs. A. Jones, delphinium blue georgette; Mrs. W. Cook, black lace frock. IX BLUE AND SILVER. Miss Ci. Benjamin wore blue and silver taffeta, and lace; Miss T. Sweeny, whit© chenille georgette and blue shawl; Miss G. Hill, palest pink satin and ecru lace; Miss Impey, daffodil satin and tulle skirt; Miss C. Clarke, salmon pink satin, with hem of tulle; Miss Miller, orange chenille; Miss Gunn, blue crepe de chine and pink shoulder flower; Miss Russell, turquoise blue georgette and taffeta bow; Miss F. Kendall, gold lame and tulle; Miss N. McLeod, silver lace and white georgette; Miss Pickworth, flame satin with diamente buckle; Miss llurfit, pastel blue satin over pink; Miss Bowen, cream lace and shawl; Miss Castles, cyclamen lace and satin; Miss Armitage, white satin; Miss Joy Verran, salmon pink taffeta and silver lace; Miss Benton, black ring velvet; Miss 1. Tucker, cream embossed georgette; Miss Mavis Wilson, vieux rose ' taffeta; Miss King, green spotted net; Miss Worthington, chartreuse green taffeta and pink georgette; Miss McDowell, delft blue georgette; Miss E. Whitcombe, apricot taffeta; Miss J. Whitcombe, sea green shot taffeta. Miss M. Cal do w was in pastel green taffeta; Miss Picksworth, briar rose taffeta, with black wrap; Miss Patty Forrest, black satin, with royal blue reliefs; Miss Madge Edwards, white crepe satin, with shawl to match; Miss Mahon, fuchsia taffeta and net;. Miss Ivel, hedge green crepe de chine and gold lame; Miss Jean Bertram, cornflower blue taffeta; Miss T. Brodie, floral tissue; Miss Doreen Mackay, cameo pink georgette and silver lace; Miss W. Codd, mauve ninon; Miss Beardmore, phlox pink georgette over silver lace; Miss Condon, green chenille georgette; Miss l-larrison, old rose georgette, with blue shawl; Miss Hopkins, silver lame corsage and pink tulle skirt. Miss Doreen Clark chose an anklelength frock of blue georgette; Miss C. Foster, black taffeta and georgette; Miss Dick, frock of guipure lace; Miss Raeside, water green georgette; Miss Jeanette Denton, black lace with scarlet shawl; Miss Ailsa Powell, larkspur blue frilled taffeta; Miss Joan Morris, chartreuse green crepe de chine, with gold lame girdle; Miss Molly Ballantyne, flesh pink georgette, with taffeta hip bow. SHOWER PARTY DANCING AND COMPETITIONS The Morningside Hall presented a gay appearance last Monday evening

Miss D. Mclntyre by some of her Thames friends, in honour of her approaching marriage to Mr. George. Dancing, games and competitions occupied a very enjoyable evening. Miss McCulley and Mr. Culpitt also contributed vocal items. THAMES PLUNKET SOCIETY STREET STALL PLANNED The Plunket district nurse covered 409 miles in her motor-car during visits for the month of October, according to the report of Nurse Johnstone at the monthly meeting of the Thames Plunket Society, presided over by Mrs. E. N. Miller, last Thursday. The treasurer, Mrs. A. S. Gray, stated that the £lB6 13s 2d in hand was not sufficient to meet expenses until the end of the financial year. To augment the funds the meeting decided to hold a street stall collection on November 29. A letter of thanks was forwarded to Miss Deeble for acting as secretary for the three months of Mrs. Mackay’s illness. Nurse Johnstone reported having paid 231 visits to homes, and attended to 660 patients at the various rooms. Thirteen new babies had been attended to during t'he month. Among the ladies present were: Mesdaraes Masefield, Gray, Hetheringto’n, Gemming, Purnell, McLaren, Green, Liggins and Mackay, hon. secretary. Apologies were received from Mesdames Clendon, McCarroll and Johnson.

Hamilton Lyceum Club Has Party MASSES OF ROSES DELIGHTFUL MUSICAL ITEMS On Tuesday afternoon, in the lounge of the Lyceum Club, Airs. E. F. Fey.cocke gave a delightful party prior to the marriage of her daughter Frances. The lounge was beautifully decorated, for the occasion with bowls of rosesMrs. Peaeocke was wearing a. becoming frock of navy blue georgette and a navy hat with a lace brim. Miss Peaeocke was in a frock of red and biscuit crepe de chine and a biscuitshaded ballibuntal hat. During the afternoon Mrs. Bouillon sang, and Airs. H. J. AlcAlullen played pianoforte selections. Ices were served, and later a delicious afternoon tea. A competition was won by Airs. Cleary and Aliss B. Alanning. Among those present were: Airs. H. J. Greenslade, Airs. H. Haseler, Mrs. J. Gray, Mrs. P. B. Jolly, Mrs. Bouillon, Airs. H. J. McMullin, Mrs. T. Jolly, Airs. P. E. Stevens, Airs. N. Ratcliffe, Airs. C. Sutcliffe, Airs. S. Simmons, Airs. Vere Chitty, Airs. AlcLernon (Napier). Airs. H. Ferguson, Airs. H. T. Gillies, Airs. A. Alatthews, Airs. N. Collins, Mrs. H. Serjell, Airs. J. Chitty, Mrs. W. A. Olivei*, Airs. W. Carr, Airs. J. E. Page. Airs. Swales, Airs. Swales, Airs. Wyvern Wilson, Airs. IT. G. Barnett, Arrs. A. Yule, Airs. A. Gifford, Airs. C. Hume, Airs. Aleek, Mrs. L. Shepperd, Airs. O. Monekton, Airs. W. Tudhope, Airs. Hall, Airs. H. E. Gaze, Airs. Alontgomerie, Airs. P. E. Cleary, Airs. Cussen, Airs. P. Gannaway, Airs. E. Cossen, Airs. Southey Baker. Mrs. Jull, Airs. J. 13. Smith, Airs. Howard Hammond, Airs. IT. Ferguson. Airs. J. Strong, Airs. R. Clark, Mrs. A. S. Brewis, Airs. Whyte, Afrs. Hopkins. Other guests were: Aliss Hammond, Aliss Jnnes Taylor, Aliss Betty Taylor, Aliss D. Clark. Alias K. Wilson, Aliss V. Christian, Aliss Al. Clayton-Greene, Miss F. Clayton-Greene, Alias B. Vickery, Aliss AT. Gillies, Aliss Wyllie, Aliss Dougherty, Aliss TC. Oliver. Aliss Kelly, Aliss Ne\yland, Aliss B. Yule, Aliss E. Ward, Miss R. Vickery, Aliss E. Eggleston, Aliss "W. Alanning, Aliss C. Wallnutt, Aliss F. JTall, Aliss C. Chitty, Aliss B. Alanning, Aliss B. Sou ter, Aliss AI. Stevens and Aliss M. Chitty. Wikihora Croquet Club Opening SUCCESSFUL FUNCTION MANY INTERESTING COMPETITIONS Oil Saturdaj' afternoon the Wikihora Croquet Club had a. very successful opening. Alany players and their friends were welcomed by Airs. Turbott, the president, and all had a delightful afternoon, with competitions, afternoon tea and friendly chat. The competitions were won by Mrs. Dillicar (A players) ; Airs. Ashby (B players); Airs. Aliddleton (target); Airs. Brocklesby (zig-zag); Airs. Sainsbury (clock); and Mrs. C. Alartin (treasure hunt). Among those present were: Mrs. Paterson, Airs. Clayton, Airs. Clavis, Airs. Hennessey and Aliss J. Loudon (Ohaupo), Airs. Cowley, Airs. Graham, Airs. Horsecroft, Airs. Harrington, Mrs. Taylor, Airs. E. J. Edwards, Airs. Aliddletdn, Airs. Wigzell, Airs. Roberts, Airs. Dillicar, Mrs. Brocklesby, Airs. Anderson, Airs. O’Brien, Airs. Halberg, Airs. Edwards, Airs. Cowley, Airs. Green, Airs. Wright, Airs. Peterson, Airs. Thompson, Airs. Speedy, Airs. Thomas, Airs. Sainsbury (Puketaha), Airs. Rowe, Mrs. Aluir, Airs. Ashby ( ), All's. Aleikle (Te Aroha), Airs. Jamieson, Airs. Hyde, Airs. Collins, Mrs. G. Hall (Horotiu), Alls. Spiers, Airs. Green (Huntly), Airs. Robbie (Gore), Airs. A. Andrews, Airs. Nesbett, Airs. "Wilkes, Airs. Scott-Baker, Airs. B. Lowry, Airs. Downes, Mrs. Alitchell, Airs; Osborne, Mrs. R. P. Stewart, Airs. Dunn, Airs. Wood, Airs. Irvine, Airs. Gall, Arrs. W. G. Burrow, Airs. P. Cowles, Airs. Doubee, A£rs. Kibblewhite, Airs. Hodgkinson, Airs. Evans, Airs. Ibbotson, Airs. Runciman, Mrs. Webster, Mrs. Henderson, Airs. Lambeth, Airs. Watson, Airs. F. Ilouse, Airs. W. King, Airs. Blomfteld, Airs. Hawkins, Airs. C. Alarbin, Airs. IT. Coombes, Airs. Johnson, Airs. Grigg, Mrs. W. Fraser, Airs. Proudlock, Airs. Seddon, Airs. Veats, Airs. IT. de Lautour, Mrs. J. Osborne, Airs. Arthur Willey, Airs. Buckland, Airs. Creighton, Mrs. Qualtrougli, Airs. Willey, Airs. Arthur, Aliss Rowe, Aliss Ibbotson, Aliss .Tones, Aliss Bennett, Aliss Paterson, Aliss Veals and Aliss Sanders. Guiding in Auckland I ~ ' I j ANNUAL MEETING OF ] PROVINCIAL GIRL GUIDE | ASSOCIATION TOMORROW j 1 j GROWTH OF MOVEMENT The annual meeting of the Auckland Provincial Girl Guide Association, which will be open to all those interested in this great movement, will be held at the T.W.C.A. tomorrow evening at 7.30 o’clock. The rapid progress and growingpopularity of this work among girls is evidenced by the fact that at the present time the number of Guiders, Rangers, Guides and Brownies totals 3,305, while there are 40 commissioners and secretaries. In large measure the growth of the movement is due to the Guiders and Guides themselves, whose wholehearted enthusiasm inspires other people to active interest and sympathy with their aims and ideals. Various rallies and camps have been held throughout the year, and many competitions and sports, including swimming carnivals and basketball tournaments, have also helped to attract the attention of the public as well as to arouse the keenest interest among the girls themselves. At the meeting tomorrow an address on work among girls from another aspect will be given, -while attention will also be paid to the many interesting results of guiding throughout the province, as evidenced during the past year. BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION JOLLY SURPRISE PARTY MUSICAL ITEMS A jolly surprise party was held at the home of Airs. H. Ambler, Gordon Boad, Northcote, recently, it being the occasion of their son Norman’s birthday. An enjoyable programme of musical and elocutionary items was given and was much appreciated. Those contributing were:—Airs. Walmsley, Airs. Goulden and Alessrs. Aspenal. Burns and Blackwell. Airs. Ambler received the guests in a frock of old gold georgette with sequin trimming. Among those present were: Airs. Fieldsend, who wore a frock of naples blue silk and lace; Airs. Blackledge, black silk and lace frock; Airs. Ayalmsley, betty blue crepe de chine. Airs. Goulden, mist-blue crepe ripple, with uneven hemline; Aliss F. Goulden, orange satin, with overdress of lace; Aliss Al. Blackledge, green charmaline, with posy to tone; Aliss Hadfield, pale blue crepe de chine and silver lace; Aliss Stace, black satin, with diamente trimming; Aliss Wilde, vieux rose satin frock, with uneven hem.

Celebration at Kakahi MARRIAGE FESTIVITIES BELLS AND STREAMERS An enjoyable dance to celebrate the marriage of Aliss Susan Smith, eldest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. J. TV Smith, to Mr. Leonard Brough, second son of Mr. and Mrs. Brough. of Kakahi, which took place at St. John's Church, Ohakunc, was held in the Majestic Theatre after the ceremony and reception. The hall was decorated with mauve streamers and red and white bells. About 150 guests were entertained, excellent music being provided by Woodlock’s Orchestra, Mrs. Gordon, senr., and Mr. Havler supplying extras. Mr. Dave Cunningham acted as M.C., everyone having a very jolly time. Mrs. J. F. Smith received the guests wearing a frock of biscuit crepe de chine, with silver lace. AMONG THOSE PRESENT Mrs. Grahanf, aunt of the bride, was wearing a frock of radium lace and georgette; Mis. L. Wright, navy crepe de chine; Mrs. Hoode (Wellington), black chenille velvet; Miss Lynn (Wellington), black chiffon velvet; Mrs. L. Smith (Paekakariki), black satin; Mrs. C. Hoode (Wellington), vieux rose crepe de chine and lace; Mrs. J. Hoode, electric blue chenille velvet and georgette; Miss Downey, floral crepe de chine; Airs. Foley, wedgwood blue; Mrs. Bolsted, blue crepe de chine; Mrs. Havler, biscuit crepe de chine; Mrs. Mitchell, vieux lose cashmere; Mrs. Young, floral rayon; Mrs. P. Wood, navy crepe de chine. Mrs. Marshall chose red crepe de chine; Mrs. Benbow, beige and fawn repp; Miss Pedersen, vieux rose and grey milanese silk: Miss Cave, navy knit silk; Mrs. Pownall, rose milanese silk. Airs. Alisehrewski, blue silk marocain; Airs. Pedersen, beige wool crepe de chine; Mrs. Danaher, red crepe de chine; ATiss Brough, apricot crepe de chine; Mrs. Thomas, embroidered navy crepe de chine; All's. Gordon, senr., black pailette silk with oriental trimmings; Airs. Hutchison, floral rayon; Aliss E. Clemmett, gold and rose taffeta; Aliss It. Goldfinch, electric blue crepe de chine; ATiss Loveridge, ivory satin; Miss E. Goldfinch, nile green satin; Aliss M. Benbow. vieux rose silk and lace; Airs. F. B. Alischewski, black georgette. BLACK SATIN AND GEORGETTE ATiss A. Presnell was in black satin and georgette; ATiss AT. Ferguson, submarine crepe de chine; ATiss B. Rean, apricot taffeta; Mrs. Coure, blue georgette; Airs. Foster, lemon taffeta; Airs. A. White, apricot taffeta; Aliss Jingle, red velvet; Aliss AT. Baldwin, vieux rose crepe de chine; Miss A. Young, white embroidered rayon; Airs. Larsen, black satin; Airs. Randell, green georgette and silver; Aliss Ashley, salmon crepe de chine; Aliss A. Ashley, salmon crepe de chine; Aliss A. Dennison, blue silk and gold lace; Airs. Edwards, lemon crepe de chine; Airs. Bergstrom, figured rayon: ATrs. Alurdie, grey marocain: ATrs. Bilderbeek, floral i rayon; Airs. Waterson, figured art silk; Aliss Williamson, black silk lace; Aliss Bilderbeek, silver tissue and blue satin; Aliss Fetzer, black silk lace; ATrs. Glass, maroon silk; Airs. Fry, mauve silk marocain; ATiss Joy Gordon, black crepe de chine, trimmed with lemon; Aliss Joan Gordon, pink taffeta; ATiss Dinwoodie, cherry georgette and gold lace; Miss Newling, black georgette trimmed with rhinestones; Airs. Gordon, junr., flame tangerine and gold lace, uneven hemline; Aliss O. Perrett, Wellington, mariette green and gold lace, uneven hemline; Airs. Woodlock, eau de nil velvet and georgette. Aliss P. Foster wore primrose velvet; ATiss Johnston, l'ose shot taffeta; Aliss Alarshall, green crepe de chine; Aliss P. Thompson, white rayon: Aliss P. Taylor, white voile: Airs. Taylor, floral rayon; Aliss Dew, navy blue silk; Airs. Thompson, fawn repp; Airs. W. Bradcock, navy blue art silk; Aliss AT. Gordon, black silk; Alls. Robinson, wine repp; Aliss J. Robinson, sky blue silk; ATiss Slattery, pink crepe de chine and gold lace; Aliss Collin, lemon taffeta and net overdress; Aliss List, pink taffeta; ATiss D. Pearce, white georgette; Aliss E. Pearce, blue georgette; Aliss R. Pearce, silver lace over red satin and georgette; ATiss L. Simpson, pink georgette; ATrs. Gibbs, floral rayon. During the evening sweets were handed round by little Peggy Hoode, the flower girl, and supper being served, the delightful evening was brought to a close. WOMEN’S INSTITUTE NEW LYNN BRANCH’S MONTHLY MEETING INTERESTING ADDRESS The New Lynn branch of the Women’s Institute held its monthly meeting on ATonday afternoon in the Foresters’ Hall, with an attendance of 28 visitors and members. Mrs. Howson presided over the gathering. After the business for the month had been discus.sed. nominations for officers and committee were called for. Then followed- an instructive and interesting address cn “Kose Culture.” by Air. Cutler, of Swanson. Airs. Platt also gave great pleasure with her vocal items, and Airs. Thode displayed her great elocutionary ability in two delightful recitations. Afternoon tea, at which the hostesses were Alesdames Reimann, Tliude and Platt, closed a bright and sociable afternoon. TODAY’S RECIPE OAT CAKE Required: One pound of oatmeal, two ounces of butter or dripping, half a teaspoonful of salt, half a teaspoonful of carbonate of soda. Mix all these ingredients into a dough with boiling water. Roll it out thin, cut into rounds with a plain cutter, and bake them in a hot oven until they are crisp. It will take about ten minutes. Do not dry rubber boots too near a lire. Heat some bran in the oven, pour into the boots and leave till cold. Then reheat the bran and repeat treatment till insides are dry.

Gala Event at Kopuarahi bazaar festivities attractive maypole dance A very successful bazaar was held in the Kopuarahi school on Saturday. It was organised by the Church of England community, for the purpose of raising the district’s quota of the parochial fund, but so enthusiastic were the workers that people of all denominations gave their assistance, and 50 per cent, more than was required was raised. A maypole dance, arranged by Miss M. X. Wilson, entertained the visitors while they assembled for the official opening by the Mayor of Thames, Mr. W. Bongard. This being completed, the doors were opened, and some wonderfully arranged stalls were to be seen.

Airs. J. B. McMillan’s sweet stall was particularly attractive, as she had enclosed home-made sweets in containers of endless variety and quaint design. Together with Airs. Braithwaite, she was kept very busy. Business was also brisk at the drapery stall, where Alesdames Aloulder and Bowen presided, and at the cake and produce stall, where Airs. J. Deacon and Aliss White were in charge. The afternoon tea department was controlled by Alesdames Death and Field, and Misses Hudson and Harwood. Ice cream and cool drinks were served by Alisses E. Candy and A. Deacon, while Aliss AT. N. Wilson was in charge of the children’s dips. Winners of the raffles and competitions were as follow: —Tray cloth, Air. F. Pierce; cushion, Airs. J. Galloway; doll, Mrs. T. O’Carroll; table centre. Aliss E. Candy; cushion, Aliss G. Hale; box of chocolates, Air. I. Gifford; supper cloth, Aliss P. McMillan. Alesdames E. Harwood and J. Kerby, and Aliss IST. Hale, all guessed the correct weight of the cake, and divided it. Winners of the cooking competitions were Alesdames J. G. Aliller, for sponge.; A. Braithwaite, for fruit cake; and G. H. White, for bread. KING COUNTRY JOTTINGS FORMATION OF A NURSING DIVISION. Air. H. Seddon Hills, president of the Taumarunui branch of the St. John Ambulance Association, was in the chair at a large and enthusiasticmeeting held to consider the formation of a nursing division of the association. In explaining the objects of the division, the chairman stated that it was a strange trait of human nature that those who did the most good were the least appreciated, and those who undertook the work of self-sacrifice that enrolment in a nursing division involved would probably receive ny*re kicks and half-pence. The motive for the work must be from within—the inspiration of service. After discussion the meeting resolved that a division be formed, to be named the Taumarunui Nursing Division. The following officers were elected:—Lady Divisional Superintendent, Airs. C. R. Murray; secretary. Airs. H. E. Pain. The appointment of a divisional surgeon was left in the hands of the lady superintendent. STAFF PICNIC The annual staff picnic arranged by Williams and Bruce, of Oliura, was held at the beautiful Tangarakau Gorge, the* participants including a number of visitors to whom the wonders of this famed beauty spot were Quit© new. A fine sports programme was carried out during the day, and lunch and afternoon tea was provided. At the close of the day Air. W. K. Williams was given hearty evidence of the appreciation felt by the stall. DISTRICT QUEEN CARNIVAL The sectional contests in connection with the Taumarunui District Queen Carnival officially closed at noon on Monday, the results being announced as: Country section: Miss Olsen, Owhango, 21,612 votes. Timber section: Miss Cheese, Manunui, 14.545 votes Town section: Miss Fierce, 14,715 votes.

BIRTHDAY PAETY In honour of Tier daughter Valerie’s birthday, Mrs. W. Ward gave a bright little party at her residence at Ohura recently. The customary entertainment was provided, the young guest performing the time-honoured ceremony of cutting a very handsome birthday cake. She was the recipient of numerous gifts. TENNIS CLUB BALL Appropriately coloured streamers were used in effective decorations for the Ohura Public Works Tennis Club ball, at which there was a large crowd of merrymakers. The music was protraCd b> " Mrs - H - Thompson’s orchesTE AWAMUTU NOTES Airs, do Lacey Peake presided over the monthly meeting of the Te Awa mutu branch of the Plunket Society on Aionday. J Regret was expressed at the resignation of Airs. G. S. Clarke, owing to ill-health. She had been a valued member for many years. Mrs. C. W Rickie has consented to fill * the vacancy. e It was decided to carry on the society s arrangements in connection vith a Paddy S market to be held on November -8. Many promises of goods have been received from donors. 6 lhe nurse’s report shows 11 new cases for the_month of October; visits to homes, 4o; to rooms, adults 173 vfsits S 378 ’t P °i Ide , r Children 37 : total Msits, 61 8, telephone calls, 47- babio<* under supervision. 176: older clUldrem The box donations tor the month ?han U fn ed t 0 13 “' bcins lower by far than for any month in the pe«t two ances at^the®' 1 the record o£ attendances at the rooms was greater than for the previous month, when the box donations were the highest on rlcord GIRLS’ CLUB EVENING St. John’s Girls’ Club held its final = nt Te S S" spent'. V ' hf ' n a Very ant tTme^'s oomEbmed •v^ , '^ d rs. took * n P°P™r