IN TOWN AND OUT

Sun (Auckland), Volume IV, Issue 998, 14 June 1930, Page 20

IN TOWN AND OUT

KIRS

NOTES

Miss -M. Findlay, of Ashburton, is visiting: Auckland and is staying at Hotel Stonehurst. * •* * Miss Mary I-.ee, of Remuera, is on a visit to New Plymouth, and is the guest of Mrs. Bullock. * * * Mrs. A. E. Hammer, of Omahu Road, Remuera,, who lias been visiting Dunedin, has returned. * * * Mrs. Steele, of Auckland, is visiting her daughter, Mrs. Alan Wyatt, Thames Street, Morrinsville. * * * Miss Sylvia-Colson, of Bassett Road, Remuera, leaves on Monday for a six weeks’ holiday at Rarotonga. * * * Mrs. Eric Hewat, of Wanganui, is on a visit to Auckland and is the guest of Mrs. J. A. Moir, St. Stephen’s Avenue. Parnell. Mrs. G. A. Lee, of Remuera, who is accompanying her husband on a business trip to Queensland, left ■by the IJlimarou yesterday. Miss Gillespie, who arrived in New Zealand with their Excellencies the Governor-General and Lady Bledisloe, is at present the guest of Mrs. Arthur Elwortliy, of Home tSation, Timaru. * * Miss Bora West, 0.8. E., of England, who arrived in Auckland several weeks ago, is very ill in the Auckland Public Hospital. Miss West is a prominent Englishwoman and is known as a politician, public speaker, writer and collaborator with Mr. Lloyd George.

Military Ball

I “B’ r COMPANY OF NORTH | I AUCKLAND REGIMENT 5 ' ENTERTAINS I i SUCCESSFUL DARGAVILLE FUNCTION Streamers of red and black, the colours of B Company, North Auckland Regiment, decorated the hall at the military ball held in the Theatre Royal, Bargaville, on Wednesday evening. The sides of the large theatre were adorned with a profusion of greenery, relieved in artistic fashion by festooned bunting, while the side pillars carried decorative effects in the colours of the regiment. The stage was also appropriately set off with bunting and greenery, and the regimental general efficiency cup, won by B Company for the second successive year, and also the sports cup, held by the company, were prominently displayed there. Organised by the officers, noncommissioned officers, and men of the local territorial unit, details of B Company of the North Auckland Regiment, the dance proved a success despite the inclemency of the weather. Owing to family illness the officer commanding the, regiment, Lieut.Colonel C. J. W. Lockie, and Mrs. Lockie. were unable to attend. Regimental Sergeant-Major S. S. M. Noble, M.M., represented regimental headquarters. Major J. G. Coates, M.C.. and Mrs. Coates, led the grand march, followed by Major A. E. Harding, M.C.. and Mrs. Harding, Lieutenant J. B. Cranston, and Mrs. Cranston. Mr. A. E. Harding and Mrs. D. Boys, all members of the official set:. Lieutenant B. T. Jones, Lieutenant M. do R. Petrie, and. C.S.M. A. H. Hitchcock efficiently carried out the duties of M.C.'s. The music was supplied by the Jazzaramba Dance Band, and extras were played by Mrs. A. T. Brady and Miss Waratah Wakelin. Q.M.S. C. Clements was chairman, and Sergeant Brian Rrush secretary of the committee responsible for splendid organisation and conduct of the function. Among those present were: Mrs. (.oates, who wore a gown of primrose georgette; Mrs. Alister Finlayson, anklelength apricot celanese taffeta; Mrs. J J. fc?mith, embossed lemon georgette; Mrs A T. Brady, blue taffeta; Mrs. H. Pickard, cyclamen taffeta; Mrs. G. M. Kirton. niacK satin, silk lace overdress; Mrs. v\ alker, blue satin, with orange spray: Mrs Roy Uyfe, blue taffeta, cream embroidered shawl; Mrs. Gould, white laceMrs. Pat Chaplin, champagne taffeta, relieved with gold; Mrs. Cranston, blue and silver taffeta; Mrs. Geo. Skudder, white crepe de chine, and silver lac* with white shawl. Miss M. Cook, in pink georgette, silver lace; Miss V. Rout, leaf green georgette with gold lace to tone; Miss A. Ridings (Whangarei), green satin picture frock; Miss Melba Smith, crimson georgette; Miss N. Cooksey, pale pink satin, uneven hem; Miss A. Clements, blue satin, with uneven hemline; Miss ,T. Hawkins, embossed cherry georgette; Miss Rose Stanaway, lemon and flame georgette; Miss Phyllis Massey, powder blue georgette, with diamente trimming; Miss V. Ben- I nett, black satin embroidered with gold; Miss E. Finlayson, primrose georgette; Miss.'W. R. Halpin, nile green panne velvet; Miss Jean Gordon, gold crepe de chine; Miss Iris Antonelli, blue satin, with silver lace. Miss Phoebe Nathan, black sequined tulle; Miss F. Clements, delphinium blue satin, silver lace; Miss Gwen Coote. eau de nil georgette, with tulle ruchings; Miss I. Meharry, flame satin and evening shawl; Miss F. Hamlin, blue rayon; Miss G. Dreadon, ankle-length frock of yellow celanese satin; Miss Eileen Nash, coral pink lace; Miss E. Malam, pink taffeta, with silver trimming; Miss F. Wakelin, beaded green' georgette; Miss E. Edmonds, blue and silver tulle over satin; Mrs. Margaret Bird, ankle-length daffodil georgette: Miss Evelyn Sanford, pink crepe de chine, with lace overdress; Miss Colleen Williams, green satin, with evening shawl; Miss Mary Walters, old gold ring velvet and crepe de chine; Miss Dawson, blue and brown Jaoe, with shawl to tone: Miss N. Lewis, gold shot taffeta, and gold lace, with floral crepe de chine cape; Miss E. Jones, green and silver lace; Miss W. Wakelin, silver lame and net, with sequin trimming; Miss P. Harding, red chenille velveteen; Miss Edna Davis, tangerine crepe de chine, and black velvet; Miss M. Lewis, ankle-length leaf green sflk lace; Miss Gwen Toogood, orange chiffon, ankle-length; Miss Jean-

lie Leach, blue silk and satin; Mis: .larie McNamara, primrose satin; Mis: ocelyn McKenzie, lemon polka dot tull< .nd crepe de chine.

EMISSARY OF WORLD FELLOWSHIP WELCOMED BY AUCKLAND Y.W.C.A. AFTERNOON RECEPTION FOR MISSYUKI KIMURA SAN The little Japanese visitor to New Zealand, Miss Yuki Kimura San, who is travelling on behalf of the Y.W.C.A. of Japan as an emissary of world fellowship, was welcomed to Auckland by the World Fellowship Committee of the Y.W.C.A. yesterday afternoon at an enjoyable reception. The guests were introduced to Miss Kimura in the lounge, and then passed into the hall, which had been very charmingly arranged with foliage and flowers. Bamboo and palms banked the stage, intermingled with hydrangea blooms and Iceland poppies. Mrs. Bradstreet, president of the Y.W.C.A., extended greetings to the guest of honour, after which she was formally welcomed by the chairman of the "World Fellowship Committee, Mrs. Todd Smith.

Miss Kimura wore a japane: ;imono of deep amethyst tones wr

wide scarlet sash, and was a charming little figure as she rose to speak. She outlined briefly the work done by the Y.W.C.A. in her country, speaking of the five large associations at Tokyo. Nagasaka, Yokohama, Kobe and Kyotu. The Tokyo association was used annually by 4,300 people. Apart from Japanese members, there weer also international members, many of them being Korean students, while Americans, Russians, British and a few Indians belonged to the Y.W.C.A., more especially in the port cities. “That large combination of races in the Y.W.C.A. makes us feel more sure of our oneness,” said the speaker. A wide field of activity was covered as in addition to the usual departments there was a business girls’ department, a high school girls’ club and an education department. The work of the latter department was very visible in- Japanese associations, as shorthand and typing were taught to girls who desired a business career, while English classes were also held. Western cooking methods were included in the Y.W.C.A. classes, and in Tokyo a big domestic , science department was erected, where Western cooking and Western etiquette were taught. Miss Kumura also spoke of the valuable work for the associations done by voluntary workers, in most places as many as 50 helping regularly in the cafeterias, the various classes or in the inquiry office. The work of the secretaries was also touched upon by the speaker, who said that in Tokyo there were about three American secretaries, three Canadian and about 16 Japanese.

Tea was served after Miss Kumura’s address, and songs were sung by Mrs. Owen and Miss Phyllis Johnson, Mrs. Webster playing the accompaniments. Afterward, by special request, the Japanese visitor told the story of her conversion , from Buddhism to the Christian faith.

NEW ZEALAND-MADE GOODS LECTURE CAMPAIGN

In continuance of the lecture campaign which Miss E. Melville is conducting on behalf of the Auckland Manufacturers’ Association, she visited Wellsford and Port Albert this week. In spite of very inclement weather, successful meetings were held in both centres. During the lecture a series of line lantern views was shown, depicting various manufacturing industries, and showing how one industry assists another by providing scope for a great variety of workers. Much interest was aroused bv tiie exhibition of various articles “made in New Zealand,” such as a lady’s hat, handbag,- fur necklet, dress, silk stockings, and toothbrushes. A number of women signed the pledge-card, promising to ask first for New Zealand-made goods, and provided the price and quality are satisfactory, to give them preference over the imported article, thereby assisting to relieve unemployment. MANUREWA GIRL GUIDES PLEASANT SOCIAL AFTERNOON A very pleasant social afternoon was given by the Manurewa Girl Guide Committee at the local town hall on Wednesday. Mrs. McCallum, chairwoman, introduced the Commissioner, Miss SethSmith t who gave a very interesting address on the wonderful work and the objects of the Girl Guide movement. and hoped that every assistance would be given by those present and others who are interested. Those present were:—The Countess of Orford, the Commissioner, Mrs. McCallum, chairwoman, Mrs. Cole. lion, secretary, Mrs. Johnstone, captain, Miss Nelson, brown owl, Mesdames Sexton, Lupton, Haughev. Pilcher, senr., Pilcher, junr., and White. Musical items were given by Miss Nelson and Mrs. Pilcher, junr.. and recitations bv Mrs. Butterworth ar.d Mrs. Carroll.

The very pleasant gathering was concluded by a dainty afternoon tea, which was provided by the committee.

RHYTHM CLUB DANCE AT MANGERE BRIDGE On Tuesday evening the Rhythm Dance Club held its fourth dance of the season in St. James’s.Hall, Mangere Bridge. Attractive prizes were won by Miss Massey and Mrs. E. Foley, with their partners. Among those present were:—• Mrs. Erdman, black crepe fleure with diamente trimming and Eastern shawl; Mrs. E. G. Foley, leaf-green satin; Mrs. G. N. Harden (Waverley). peach bloom satin; Miss Ngaire Camp, mushroom crepe de chine; Miss S. Parker, vieux rose embroidered taffeta; Miss J. Rickards, nile green and scarlet crepe de chine; Miss Jessie McKenzie, nile . green crepe de chine; Miss K. Massey, daffodil silk lace; Miss Sybil Massey, lido blue satin beaute and driamente, with shawl to tone; Miss P. Mancktelow, palest green printed crepe de chine.

DOMINION ROAD PARTY

bride;-elect HONOURED An enjoyable evening was given on Thursday to Miss Rose Shepherd, in the Zealandia Hall, Dominion Road, in honour of her approaching marriage. Mrs. A. Bernand, wearing black and silver lace, and Mrs. V. G. Penn3', in white faille, with silver lace appliques, received the guests. The evening was spent in dancing and games, interspersed with items by Mrs. V. G. Penny, Mr. Kendell and Master J. Molloy. The hall was prettily decorated with streamers and coloured lanterns. Among those present were: Mrs. S. A. Rollings, who wore black lace over satin; Mrs. L. Lowther, gold .Brocaded satin; Mrs. R. Rollings, geranium reel crepe fleuri; Mrs. T. Multen, apple green courtella; Mrs. McDonald, black embossed velvet; Mrs. T. Shepherd, black crepe de chine, relieved with amber; Mrs. Deane, peach georgette and shyer lace; Mrs. Vaile, black panne velvet; Mrs. Lewis, cyclamen taffeta and black net; Mrs. T. V. Howell, cigar brown crepe fleuri; Mrs. J. Fowler, moonlight blue satin, appliqued in silver; Mrs. Young, duchess blue charmeuse. Mrs. May, wearing green and silver lace; Mrs. Newdiek, buttercup georgette and ecru lace; Mrs. Barker, old rose taffeta and gold lace; Mrs. Cecil George, lacquer red taffeta and gold lame; Miss Rose Shepherd, flame georgette and gold lace; Miss D. Rutland, eau de nil geor£'ett.e. trimmed with diamente; Miss Cecilia George, peach embossed georgette and diamente; Miss A. Gordon. bla«-*k ring velvet and silver; • Miss Victoria Marcus, mauve satin with red and naw taffeta frills; Miss O. Mills, oyster lace and apple green lame: Miss P. Gearson, green sequined corsage and floral taffeta skirt.