Hui Marae.

The customary calm of the Women's Common Room was a trifle ruffled on the night of the 8th March. Men who were listening curiously and enviously—from the outside, of course—said "ruffled" was not the word, "shattered" was more like it.

Sour grapes, laddies! This evening was the welcome gathering to Freshettes, which was brief, bright and thoroughly enjoyed. We heartily thank Dr. Platts-Mills, who delivered the welcome address, which was as interesting and simulating to the Old 'Uns as to the New 'Uns.

In response to the order, "Oh, turn some of the girls out of the easy chairs to make room for the guests," a zealous helper turned out one of the youngest and cheeriest of our honoured guests—the wife of a member of our teaching staff! The sincerity of the compliment could not fail to bring its own forgiveness.

The presence of the wives of so many of the teaching staff was appreciated by all Hui Maraeites. These ladies helped greatly to make the evening the jolly affair it was.

The Committee sincerely thank all members who so admirably assisted with the Tournament catering. Without their co-operation the task would have been too colossal. Keep it up, Girls!