Social Notes from Pt. Moresby.

From Our Own Correspondent.

Pt. Moresby, June 16.

Miss Beatrice Grimshaw, The

famous novelist of the South Seas, gave an “At Home” on June 1 at her residence on Port Road, Port Moresby. The lounge, which is furn ished in old English style, was decorated with tropical flowers and was also set off by beautiful tapestries from the Is lands and unique pottery and curios from her many excursions. The guests included Lady Murray, Mesdames Gore, Lyons, Jewell, James, Brossey, and others.

Lady Murray has presented a cup to the Golf Club of Port Moresby to be played for by the ladies of the Club.

In consequence, there has been renewed interest in the game, associates can be seen on the links mornings and after noons playing and practising their shots, now the weather has become cooler.

Lady Murray leaves for Samarai by the “Montoro” to-day to meet His Ex cellency, Sir Hubert Murray, who has left by the “Laurabada” to try cases in that district. Sir Hubert is accom panied by the Hon. H. L. Murray, Of ficial Secretary.

Matron’S Ball.

The matrons of Port Moresby held a ball on June 3 in the Institute Hall, some 200 guests being present. The hall, stage and stairway were decorated with cherry trees in blossom and bam boos, and resembled a Japanese garden.

His Excellency, the Lieut.-Governor, Sir Hubert Murray, and Lady Murray were present. The ball was considered to be the most successful one held in Port Moresby for years.