WOMEN'S CORNER.

Press, Volume LVII, Issue 17123, 19 April 1921, Page 2

WOMEN'S CORNER.

The Lady Editor will be pleased to receive for publication m the "Women's Corner" items of social or personal news. Such items should be fully authenticated, and engagement notices must bear the signa- ' tures of both parties. Correspondence is invited on any matters atfecting, or of interest to, women. Dr. and the Misses Morkane, who have been for six weeks at the seaside, return to their home on Cashmere Hills to-day. Mr and Mrs G. F: "Watts, Lansdowne, Wairau Valley, and Mrs Sweet (England) have returned from a motor trip to Mt. Cook, and are spending a few days at Warner's before returning home. Sara. Lady Campbell, is paying a brief visit to town, and is staying at the Clarendon. Mrs Frank Scott has returned from the south. Mrs J. R. Flower (Ashburton) is visiting Christchurch. Mr 'and Mrs A. C. Paterson (Dunedin) arrived in town last night, and are at the United Service. Dr. and Miss Robertson and the Misses Park (2) (Sydney) left yesterday for Kaikoura. Mrs T. O. Guthrie and Miss Brenda Guthrie leave to-morrow for Australia. Mr and Mrs Chas. Murray and Mr and Mrs Jack McArthur have returned to Marlborough, after spending a few days in Christchurch. Miss Maud Tabart and Mrs and Miss Peggy Palmer, who have been staying for a few months' at the United Service, returned to "Glenholme,'' Cashmere Hills, yesterday. Mr and Mrs J. N. Ormerod and family and Mrs Omerod'e Bister, Miss Robinson (Fendalton) left last night for Wellington en route for England, where they intend to spend a six months' holiday.

Mr and Mrs \V. T. Smellie, Green Island, Dunedin, are visiting Christchurch, and are staying at Warner's. Miss Montgomerie (Wellington), who is visiting friends in Christchurch, is at present staying with Mrs W. Martin, Kilmore street. Mrs Miller (Invercargill) and Miss Hardy (Napier), who have been staying with Mrs'L. W. Comerford, Leinster road, go north to-night. / Archdeacon and Mrs F. G. Evans (New. Plymouth) are amongst the guests at the Clarendon. Mrs Hope (Fairlie) is visitingxher mother, Mrs S. Steele, Kilmore street. Miss Carrie Lanceley, the popular singer, is staying at Warner's. Mrs Frank Smallbone (Nelson) returned from Timaru on Saturday, and is spending a few days in Christchurch.

Mrs. John Stevenson yesterday afternoon gave a,, iarewell tea for the Misses Mander-Jones, of Melbourne, who have- been visiting her, Mrs Stevenson received her guests in a beautiful gown of champagne-coloured georgette ; Miss Mander-Jones wore a graceful rose-pink taffetas dress, while her sister was in blue georgette. Amongst those . present were: —Mesdames Westenra, Millton,.Jellett, Maurice Fell, J. H. Hall. B. B. .Wood, Deverell, Cnas. Reid, Wardrop, R. Allan, Day, J. H. Williams, Ken. Williams, Misses Jenkins (Sydney), Joan Fulton, and Sylvia Westenra. Miss Sijella Murray, who has many friends in'Christchurch, writes most interestingly from Monte Carlo, where, when the last mail left, .she was staying with Dame Melba,- from.-whom she is fortunate enough to be receiving tuition. She tells of the many wellknown people—authors, composers, and titled folk—swho were seeking health or fortune at this famous resort, and of the deep and universal concern when Melba contracted influenza, from which she has now fully recovered. On the return journey to" England this month. Dame Melba and Miss Murray intend to spend a few weeks in Paris, and on arrival in London Miss Murray will continue her studies under a master selected by. Melba, who herself intends to leave in June for an Australian tour. Miss Murray mentions that one of the

songs Madame is teaching her is an "Ave Maria," composed by Mrs H. H. Loughnan, of Christchurch, of which Madame Melba thinks very highly. There .are few Christchurch girls as popular, and deservedly so, as Miss Stella Murray, and her friends will be delighted to hear that she is so happily combining business with pleasure. Miss Gledhill, of Palmerston North, who had been in Christchurch on a lengthy visit, gave a delightful afternoon tea at the "Beresford" to a few of her lady friends before returning north. Amongst those present were:—' Miss Gledhill, Mrs J. Corbett, Mrs T. Bailey. Mrs T. Bettle, Mrs J. H. Suckling, Mrs T. C. Pugh, Miss Corbett, and Miss Bailey. Every colour has its day. Not very long ago jade-green was an obsession; then henna or rust-colour had a_ turn, and is still popular, though pride of place must now be given to flamingopink and coque-de-roche, which are the leading colours for gay little hats of soft suede cloth to be worn with sombrehued gowns.

Mrs W. S. Sandroy, of Hani road, who has been for a trip to Kaikoura, Blenheim, Nelson, and Westport, .will return to Christchurch this evening. Our London correspondent mentions that Dr. A. Berriedale Keith, of Edinburgh University, writes that the question of the validity of Indian divorces not based on-domicile affects directly the Dominions, as well as'lndia. Certain Dominion Acts, he says, especially those of the Australian States and or New Zealand,' authorise the Courts to frant divorces to deserted wives, whose usbands have changed their domicile, as the only practical means of alleviating the unjust position of such women. The English Courts have not accepted definitely .this doctrine though it has been supported by judicial dicta. If now the strict rale of domicile is laid down, as on theoretical grounds, may be strongly urged, these Dominion divorces will be invalid in England and parties thus divorced may be guilty or bigamy if they re-marry. It is probable that the matter will require adjustment by Imperial legislation passed with the' concurrence of the Dominions in the method now usual. There is, of course, a precedent for the recognition of divorces based on mere residence in the Matrimonial Causes (Dominions Troops) Act, 1919. which, however, was of temporary duration. "Home Notes," having at heart the welfare of its readers, especially the welfare of the girl's, urges them not to make uo their minds hastily if they are thinking of emigrating 'from England (writes' our London correspondent). Various useful hints are offered, and the writer continues: "You must also remember that with the exception of New Zealand, the climatic conditions overseas are often very trying to the newcomer, and naturally if your health suffers in any way you will not be able to do your best work. The colonial as a ruler do all he can to help the right 'sort of stranger., And it is also well to remember that the war has greatly lessened the many opportunities whereby girls can make good marriages. There are strikes, unemployment troubles, and grave unrest in ther colonies just as hefe in England. So that apart from personal affairs, it w not the best time for emigration. I cannot emphasise this-fact too strongly, for the glowing account of the colonial soldier has led many to believe, that the lands across the seas are modern 'Utopias'."

Miss Emily D&ymont, the onlq woman upon whom Oxford has conferred the degree of Doctor of Music, received it at the hands of the ViceChancellor recently., She wore the robe and hat of the late, Sir Hubert Parry, her first master at the Royal College of Music. "I don't want to stand long on a lonely platform," Miss I>aymont later remarked. "I want women to come forward and do the same thing, for I am convinced women can make a large contribution to the world of iiraisiov It is an old.(fnfshw>ned idea that women cannot do very much but just tinkle the piano a' l little. I. believe the future of women in music is a great one.. Women to my mind are not behind men in execution." Miss Daymond is a daughter of the late Rev. A. C. Daymond, formerly of Eastbourne. She was one of the first students at the Royal College of Music and in 1903 was appointed to the staff.

The initiative, referendum and recall seen, to be involved in a rather p.iti.«..ic w'l] how filed for probate in Meib.virne (says the Melbourne "Argus"). The will was made in December by a widower with one child, a girl, ivithin a month of his death. He left estata valued at £1,009. Of this sum £iHJO is realty. His father and brother were appointed executors, and in the will ttie "suggestion" was made to them that the whole property be realised upon, except articles of interest to the testator's daughter, and invested for "her maintenance and education. Ihe testator said his desire was that she should be placed in control of one of her relatives who might be chosen by her grandparents, uncles, and aunts as most suitable, the selection of this guardian to be by ballot conducted by two disinterested persons; the voting to be by the preferential 6ystem. If at any time subsequent to the election of the guardian, before the girl, Marjorie, attains her majority, any of her relatives are dissatisfied with her progress, condition or conduct, and believe that an alteration in hor personal guardianship would be beneficial to her welfare, they can, by forwarding ,to the executors a request signed by at least three near relatives, demand and secure another ballot or ballots, in accordance with the prescribed method. The father added that, if he had his way, she would be installed in a home, where she would have other children for companions, but he had left that to the decision of the others referred to, hoping their judgment will be unMf*'fi.li.; l ' generous, a»d wise for the sake of his ''darling girlie." Under the will,, the young lady referred to will get the- whole of the estate on her 21st birthday.

USEFUL RULES ABOUT INVALID COOKEUr. 1. Obey the doctor implicitly. 2. Don't worry patients about what they will have; let it be a surprise. 3. Give plenty of variety in food—colour, garnish, etc. 4. Offer small helpings ; little moulds, etc., are more tempting than spoonfuls out of a larro one. o. Let the- tray be laid daintily, and

put on it a small, Bteady vase of Bowers. 6. Use small, light spoons and forks. Large ones are tiring. 7. Avoid letting the smell of cooking penetrate to tho patient's room, and never leave there uneaten food. 8. Time meals punctually. 9.* Have everything m readiness on the tray—salt, bread, etc. 10. Freshen up the room hefore a meal, and let the patient smooth hair, and 6ponge her hands before bringing in tho tray. These details aid appetite. EX-KAISERIN'S FUNERAL. (By Cable—Pmi Aetociation—Copyright) (Australian and N.Z. Cable Association) THE HAGGE, April 17. There was a great gathering of visitors to see the members of the former Royal houses and other notabilities attending the ex-Kaiserin's funeral. The Crown Prince and Prince Adalbert nave arrived. The Crown Prince will remain with tho ex-Kaiser for some days. BANISH TIRESOME COUGHS. At this time of year coughs and colds are prevalent. Don't neglect them, but buy a bottle of Glanville's Special Cough Mixture. This efficacious remedy for chest complaints is wonderfully soothing arid healing. It loosens the cough and clears the lungs from clogging mucous. Sold at 8s fid per largo bottle by tho maker, D. Ferguson Glanville, chemist, High street. 7 The main consideration in dealing with T. Beat and Co., Ltd., 140 Lichfield street, Christchurch, is that they actually manufacture the goods they sell, thus ensuring to the purchaser the best possible value in materials and' workmanship. Motto. "Quality first." 82948-2 AIDS TO PERMANENT BEAUTY. Madam Helen Sands, principal of La Salon Toilette, invites all ladies who wish to have beautiful,.lustrous hair, a milky skin, pink-tipped iiugers and pearly nails, to visit her for careful, harmless treatment, which has such wonderful results. Call on Madam at Stewart Dawson's Buildings, or 'phone 8191. SB94S-5127 Summer sun makes summer sunburn, while dry and- broken hair is often » result of sea bathing. The woman who values hor appearance is advised to visit Ballantyne's Toilet Salon without delay. A rose-leaf skin results from the use of Camellian Massage and t Vanishing Creams, -while under the skilled attention given in this attractively-appointad Salon the hair becomes soft and lubtrous. *