WOMEN'S CORNER.
The Ladv Editor will, be pleased to receive" for publ.catioa m the "Women's Corner' items of social or personal news. Such item, should be fully authenticated, and engageraent notices must bear the signatures of both parties. Correspondence is invited on any matters atfecting, or of interest to, women. Mr and -Mrs G. L. Rutherford returned to Macdonald Downs yesterday, after a brief visit to town. Mr and Mrs Arthur Elworthy (Holme Station), the Misses Elworthy.. and Mr and Mrs Henry Elworthy, arrived from Timaru yesterday, and go on to the West Coast this morning.^ Mr and Mrs J. Bruce Christio arrived from the South yesterday, and are staying at Warner's. The Misses Low (Dunedin) are in Christchurch on their way to Akaroa. Mr and Mrs Sise (Thinedin) are staying at "Warner's. Dr. and 3frs Lloyd Clay (Wellington) arrived from the South yesterday on their return home. Mr and Miss Munn (Auckland) arc staying at the Clarondon. Mr and Mrs A. Leslie (Timaru) are in town. Mrs Frank Davison (Lowry Peaks. Culverden), and. Mrs Pattenden (Hong Ivong). who arrived "from the north yesterday morning, are staying at "V\ arnor's. Mr and Mrs J. W. Dance (Dunedin) | are staying at the Clarendon. The engagement is announced of Miss Bessie I<\ Poore, only daughter of Mr and Mrs C. H. B. Poore, of Christchurch, to Mr Reginald C. . Mason, Auckland, younger son of Mr and Mrs T. G. Mason, of Christchurch. At the last meeting of _ the Creche and Kindergarten Association, the resignation of Mrs Steele, .collector for the schools, was received. It was decided to send a letter of thanks for her past services to Mrs Steele (who is removing to Australia on account of illhealth), and to wish her a speedy return to good health.
A lady school teacher from Harelock, Hawke's Bay, who lias been staying in Palmerston North, lost a bag containing bank notes to the value of £100, says the "Manawatu Standard" of a recent dato. The loss was more particularly embarrassing owing to the fact that she was «on heft- way to America, and had been held up owing to the shortage of boats. Her relief can be better imagined than described when a citizen who had found the money returned it to her next morning. v Mrs F. Cowper (Havelock) and her children are visiting her sister, Mrs J. S. Neville, at Sumner. An unusual case of strangulation was brought under the notice of the Sydney City Coroner recently, when an inquiry was held into the death of Myrtle Gunn, aged two, who lived with, her mother in Lefchhaidt. Evidenco given was that on December 21fit the child was playing in the backyard, in her mother's absence, when she caught her head in a loop of an old blouse that was hanging low from the clothes-line. She was found in this position soon after, and a doctor was called in. His efforts could not revive her, however, and she died the same day. A verdict of accidental death was returned. ! The death occurred on Tuesday of j Mrs Emma Thompson wife of Mr John Thompson, who for the past 23 years has been secretary of the Wellington Society of Boilermakers and Iron Shipbuilders. Mrs Thompson was born in Kent, England, 67 year ago, and with her husband arrived in "Wellington on November 9th, 1875, in. the ship Howrah, remaining a resident of that city ever since. "It's quite impossible to tell the ago of a woman from her appearance and dress nowadays," said Mr E. R. Abigail, solicitor, in the Central Summons Court in Sydney. "You see a woman going along in a short dress, and you tako her for a mere girl. You are surprised nest day when you see the same woman with two or three children.'' Signor Cappelli, who is under engage- . rnent to Messrs iSiller and Sons, has as his special accompanist Miss Ivy Akersten, a native of Nelson, who received her early musical education with the Sisters of St. Mary's Convent here (says the Nelson "Colonist"). Since then she has made music her profession, touring Australia and jNow Zealand for many years with several celebrities of vocal and instrumental fame, and being for some time orchestral directress for Ha.vward's and Fullers' picture theatres in different- centres. Miss Akersten is a daughter of Mr J. R. Akersten, of Havolock. The engagement is announced of Mifg Isabelle Holmwood Shand, eldest daughter of Mrs I. J. and the late Mr Sydney Major Shand, of Kiwitea, and formerly of Christcliurch, to Mr C. V. Lingard, son of Mr and Mrs Rawson Lingard, of To Awa, Feilding. .There was again a large attendance at the Sweet Pea and Carnation Society's Show yesterday. The blooms have maintained their freshness to a surprising degree, and there was much admiration expressed by visitors for the brilliant array of bloom. Undoubtedly the show is the most successful tho society has held to date. Proceeds are in aid of the Royal Horticultural appeal on behalf of the uevastated gardens of France and Belgium. There hav6 been many strange .reversals of fortune.due to tho Russian revolution (remarks a London paper). But is there one more strange than that of Count Michael de Torby, son of tho Grand Dhke Michael of Russia? His father was wont to give regal entertainments at Keele Hall and Kenwood. His sisters, tho Countess Nada and Countess Zia, were counted among the leaders of London fashion. Now Keele Hall and Kenwood have boon disposed of, and Count MichaeJ, the Grand Duke's only son, has gone into business as a dress designer. It was the one trade about -which the youth felt he had a spccial knowledge. Recently a display of wonderful gowns designed by Count Michael was held at the Chinese Salon. Hanover squaro. An entrance fee of a guinea was charged, and the originality of tho designs and colours justified even this expenditure. The frocks were also interesting as giving a clue to the winter fashions. It is a bold step for a - Russian count of 20 years to ret up in business in rivalry witli Paquin, Poiset, and Lucile; but the experiment was justified by its success. Count Michael can count plenty of rich customers among his relatives and personal friends. One of these is his older lister, the Countess Zia, who married Major Sir Derrick Wernher, the inheritor «f the millions which bis father, Sir JuTms, took from the South j African diamond mines. j
FBOK LONDON. At a considerable cost, Mrs Rolleston, Hair Specialist, has succeeded in obtaining from London a specific used with universal and immediate success for the purpose of preventing the hair falling, restoring vitality to the hair follicles, thus promoting a new growth in place of each hair that has fallen. There are special instructions provided with the use of this particular Hair Lotion but these Mrs RoUeston gladly furnishes, as they trill r.o doubt prora of great value. TChere there is dandruff apply a lubricant to the j scalp (Virginian Scalp Food is a good one) as soon after convalescence as deemed advisable; shampooing the hair on the following day; dry the scalp as 6peedily aB possible by means cf a- hair dryer or strong sunshine, otherwise vigorous rubbing with warm towels. When dry, part the hair in sections, and brush the scalp with a fine nail-brush or tooth-brush (sterilized) cau- j tiouslr, to remove loose hair, as the scalp, alter illness, is sensitive; but as fimrly as it will permit. Apply the Lotion (which will cause, in some instances, a slight tingling for a few minutes) with a small sponge, and massage very gently until dry. Kepeat the brushing and massa-ge process with Lotion daily—but less frequently if the scalp is very sensitive. Price, 6s 6d Postage, Cd extra. HES ROLLESTOX, Hair Specialist, Dominion Buildings, Cathedral square. S
CRECHE AMD KINDERGARTEN JtSSOCTATION. At the monthly meeting of the Crecho. and Kindergarten Association, 31rs Taylor presided over a good attendance. Before proceeding to business, Mrs Taylor, in a short speech, addressed the members, stating that although all present realised the value of kindergarten work, every member must seek to make the public take a greater interest in child-welfare. The war was over, and the work of the kindergarten schools must go forward. Mrs Peppier said that there was certainly great need for new schools in crowded suburbs. *■ The soorotary (Miss L. Tatarb) read an application from Miss Todd to become probationer in the kindorgarten schools. A letter was received from Miss K. Paterson resigning from the committee of tho Association, owipg to taking up duties as nurse at the Sana- , torium. Mrs Taylor said in respect to probationers for the schools, K there were several prospective girls, all of whom wore very suitable. The secretary was instructed to write Miss Paterson regretting hor resignation. Correspondence was read from the contractor for the new school at Philipstown. It was resolved to await instructions from the Government before proceeding further in the matter. A resolution was passed for progress payment in connexion with the new building. Mrs Taylor reported from the executive that it had been suggested the annual meeting of the Association bo held during the last week in February, and the postponed festival take place on March 12th, in the Colosseum. These arrangements were agreed to. Mrs Taylor said that she had been promised help from several ladie6 and gentlemen who were interested in kindergarten •work. It was decided to havo work, cake, and flower stalls. The sale of all goods would take place in the morning, the Colosseum being open at 10 a.m. until 1 p.m. It would then close •until 2 p.m., and; at three o'clock the children would give their display, demonstrating'the teaching of the Montessori, methods. The annual meeting was fixed for February 19th, in the Y.M.C.A.
TO ALL LOVERS OF FURS. p.OLWILL, THE FUBRIER, has a L*rg< Stock of FURS tnd FUR COATS. Latest Styles for the coming season selling at pre-war prioee. CALL AND INSPECT MY STpCK. Skins of ail descriptions Tanned and Dr«fsed 293 205 HIGH STREET. WEDDING. SMITH-^MARTIN. A pretty wedding _ took place at St. Andrew's Presbyterian, Church, » on Wednesday, January loth, when • Miss Mabel Martin, only daughter of i Mr and Mrs J. Martin, of Dean's - avenue, Lower Riccarton, was married ; to Mr David John Smith, third son of i Mrs J. Smith, of "Masham." ■ Upper Riccarton. The Rev. R. M. ■ Ryburn, M.A., performed the ceremony. The bride, who .was given away by her father, -wore a' dress of whito crepe de chine, trimmed with real lace, and hand-embroidered in silk and. silver, and a tulle veil arranged in mobcap style under a wreath of orange blossoms. She carried a beautiful bouquet of whito flowers and fern, and was at; tended by Miss Gladys Wilson (cousin of the bride), and Miss Crequer. Thoy wore white charmeus© coat-frocks a.nd palo pink Georgette hats triipmed with pink lilac and ribbon, and carried bouquets of pink and white flowere and fern. The two little flower girls were Miss Esma Mould and Miss Rene McLennon, who woro white voile dresses and pink sashes and pink silk mobcops, trimmed with lace, and parried baskets of jjink and white flowers. Mr Alfred Smith attended his brother as best man, and Mr A. Roper was groomsman. After the ceremony Mr and Mrs Martin entertained a large number of guests at tho Town Hall, Riccarton, where the usual toasts were honoured, and a very pleasant evening was spent in dancing, interspersed with musical items. The presents were numerous and costly. During the evening the happy couple left by motor for Kirwee, where their future home will be. PICKLES AND"CHUTXEYS. TASTY AND APPETISING. Chutneys and pickles are ever popular as an adjunct to a cold meat luncheon. The following recipes will be welcomed by the housewife who is anxious to lay in a store of these relishes :— Apple Chutney.—Five large cooking I apples, 3 onions, 1 cup stoned raisins, lib sugar, 2 bottle vinegar, J tablespoon mustard, -J tablespoon black pepper, J tablespoon salt, and } teaspoon cayenne pepper. Mix all together and boil for three-quarters to one hour. To Pickle Onions.—Peel the onions, put them in :i vessel, and cover with salt and water over right. Next day put the onions in the jars, cover with vinegar (whito vinegar is preferable), and drop in about half a dozen pepper corns and a couple of email chillies in each jar, thon cork. Indian Chutney.—Two pints vinegar, 21b sour apples, Jib seeded raisins, chopped fine, Jib brown sugar, two ounces garlic chopped fine, two ounces ground ginger, two ounces salt, one ounce cay
enne popper. Boil the apples in a little of the vinegar till tliey are all a pulp, then add all together and boil for a few minutes. Onions or shallots may he used instead of the garlic. This chutnev will keep vroll and is nicer for being kept. Tomato ( hutney.—For each couple ot pounds of tomatoes, take Ivilf a pound ot sugar ;ind apples, two ounces of salt, half an ounco of mustard seed, one ounce «»f pingw, three or four small onions, a tinv pinch of cayenne pepper, and rather over half a pint of malt vinegar. Creak the tomatoes, quarter the apples, chop the onions, and crush, the mustard. Place with the remaining ingredients (except the sugary in a preserving pan and simmer gently until soft enough to be rubb?d through a sieve. When the vinegar is hot, add the sugar and stir well. After _ the chutney has beon pulped, place it in an earthenware pan for at least twentyfour hours before bottling. Green Tomato Chutney.--When you suspect that your tomatoes will not ripen, make some chutney in this way: lib greon tomatoes. 1 large onion, 3 chillies, cut in small pieces. Sprinkle all with salt, and leave until next day. 3>rain off the brine, and put the tomatoes, etc., in a stewpan, with vinegar to cover, not quito ilb brown sug:ir, and J toaspoonful each of ground ginger and allspice. Boil all together until tender, about forty minutes. You will find it better to peel the tomatoes before salting them. | Rhubarb Chutnoy.—"Rhubarb is now in good condition for the purpose, and you will require 41b of it. 4 onions, ilb apples, 21b sugar, 1 ounce mustard seed, lib whole crushed ginger, i ounce capsicums, Jib salt, not qui+e 2 quarts vinegar (when dates were cheap 2lb were added). Cut tho rhubarb small, and peel, core, and chop the apples, and minf.e the onions. Put the vinegar in a. pan to boil with the spices tied in a piece of musliu. Mix the other ingredients in a basiit, and pour over them tho boiling vinegar and spices. Leave for several hours, then boil all together, put into jars, and tie down whon cold. THE WOMEN'S TRIBUTE. One of the prettiest _ incidents of the wonderful week of rejoicing an Britain over the signing of the _ armistice was the tribute of loyal rejoicing paid by the women's corps <to King and Queen. Here rapid organisation had played its part, and evolved a most striking scene out of what might have been lost in the general mass of tribute. (To Mrs Arthur Croxton belongs'the kudos both of the idea and its materialisation; and this not only made a notable occasion more notable, but gave girls whose duty lay out of London their too. For within an hour of the signing of the armistice Mrs Croxton had sent to various centres and arranged for representatives of different sections to come up to London. About five o'clock they lined up in Wellington Barracks—members of the Q.M.A.A.C., W.H.N.S., and V.A.D.; of the Women's Women's Volunteer Beserve, Women's Land Army, Forage Corps, A.S.C., and from Woolwich Arsenal. Led by tho pipers of the Scots Guards, they marched to the palace, ono company after another of khaki-clad girls, the dark blue of the senior service (senior still whore its women are concerned, as was noticed at a recent gathering whore Dame Katharine Furse, Director of the W.It.N.S,, given precedence in presenting some of her corps to the Queen), tho merry Land girls, and tho Arsenal workers in their overalls and closely-capped heads. The King and Queen wjere at tea, having not long since returned , from their first momentous drive, when the cheers of the women and the skirl of the pipes broke in upon their retreat.. Promptiy v the origin of the demonstration was enquired into, and as promptly; the King left the round table with its bowls of outdoor chrysanthemums, and went on to the balcony, the Queen following him when she had put on a long coat of soft blue brocade with big chinchilla collar. Then Princess Mary in her V.A.D. uniform, and Princess Arthur in her nursing dress, too, went out into the chill eveniftg air with their Majesties, while the assembled girls cheered and cheered again. The Queen was manifestly touched by the demonstration, and repeatedly waved her hand, and the King, who was in naval uniform, was immensely delighted, and was heard to say that he was sorry he could not make a speech to the women, but it was hopeless to be heard from the balcony. Dame Katharine Furse and Mrs Burleigh who headed their respective corps, and Lady Ampthill, who came with her were sent for by their Majesties, as was Mrs Croxton, and all heard at first hand of tha real pleasure which the prettily conceived tribute had given. ,
MARRIED THREE SOLDIERS,
STRANGE BIGAMY CHARGE.
I IX)NDON, January 3. I A woman was charged with double ; bigamy at Westminster Police Court, and with defrauding the Commonwealth of separation allowance. The evidence alleged that she married Bertram Adshead in London in 1907. Adshead is now a sergeant in the Australian forces. Subsequently" she married Driver Reginald Paterson at Sydney in 1915, and next Sergeant William Hoban in London in 1918. , Ho ban has since been killod. It was stated that the woman had been drawing about £20 a month as separation allowances and pension. She was committed for trial. Accused fainted several times in the u.ock. '
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