WOMEN'S CORNER

Press, Volume LXI, Issue 18362, 21 April 1925, Page 2

WOMEN'S CORNER

The Lady Editor will be pleased to receive for publication in the "Women's Comer" item 3 of social or personal news. Such items should be fully authenticated, ' and engagement notices must, bear the signatures of both parties. Correspondence is invited on any matters affecting, or of interest to, women.

Miss C'hloe Withers, who has been in Christchurch for the golf tournament, returns to Geraldine on Thursday. Mr and Mrs Fred Parson, Miss Dorothy and Master Fred Parson, who have been staying at Governor's Bay since Christmas, returned to North Beach yesterday.

Miss Betty Cotterill and Miss Molly Cato leave on Saturday for Dunedin, where they will take part in the golf tournament next week. Mrs W. T. Ward and Miss Veronica Ward (Manchester street North) are leaving next week for a trip to Sydney. Miss Glendining and Miss Kyle (Dunedin), who have been iu Christchurch for the golf tournament, are motoring to Dunedin to-day. Mrs Bennett ("The Corners," Methven) a,;>d Mrs Gordon Candy (Anama), who have been visiting North Canterbury, have returned to their homes.

Mr and Mrs F. Roberts, who were touring in South Canterbury and North Otago, spent a short holiday at Victoria House, Geraldine, before returning to Dunedin.

Miss Maberlcy Beadel and Miss Kathleen Bristcd leave early next week for Dunedin, to take part in the golf tournament which opens at Balmecewen on the 29th inst.

Mrs E. A. Wickes and Miss _ Daisy Wickcs arrive from Grcymouth this evening. They leave New Zealand by the Makura early next week, and intend touring America and England. While in Christchurch, Mrs Wickes will be the guest of her daughter, Mrs Stuart Godfrey, St. Albans. Mr and Mrs D. K. Macdonald and Sister Jean Porteous, who have been spending a holiday at Victoria House, Geraldine, returned yesterday to Dunedin.

The ladies' of Halswell and Tai Tapu are holding, a sale of poultry, lamb and cakes, in aid of Nazareth House, in Everybody's Theatre on Friday morning.

Mr and Mrs W. Black and family ("Waihao Grange," Waimate) and Mrs A. F. Smellie motored to Hanmer Springs last week. Mrs T. Richards ("Roseville,'.' Rakaia), who has been the guest of Mrs J. Mervin Harrison (Waihao Downs), returned home yesterday. Mr and Mrs P- R- Combes (Sutton, England), arrive in Wellington to-day by the Maheno. They will come sp.uth to be present at the wedding of Miss Monica Hflmilton, which takes place in the first week in May. Mr and Mrs M. Betliell (Pahau Pastures), Mr and Mrs W. Tainc (Dunedin) and the Misses Coffey • (London) are staying at Warner's Hotel. Mr, Mrs and the Misses Roxby (England) and Miss S. Mackay (North Canterbury 1 ) • are among the guests at the United Service Hotel.

The death occurred at St. Andrew's Manse, Palmerston North, last week, of Mrs Brown, wife of the Rev. G. T. Brown, after a long illness. Mrs Brown was formerly Miss Ruth Tipping, of Sydney, and was a school-teacher, but was widely known before coming to New Zealand as a leader of the youth movement of the Presbyterian Church of New South Wales, anfl as the editress of the "Witness," the orgau of the cause. , She was jnarried in 1921, in Sydney, and resided in Masterton and Palmerston NoTtli.

New ideas in cookery are seldom brought to Christchurch housekeepers first-hand, but Miss Beck, who has just» returned from England and America, where she has been studying the latest ideas in cookery, is giving the first demonstration for the Home Economics Association on Friday evening at) Y.M.C.A. Hall. There is no doubt that there will be a record attendance to hear Miss Beck's lecture.

CHIC PARISIENNE. At last the new winter furs have arrived in Christchurch for Madame Menere, 127 Cashel street, opposite Beaths'. Wonderful styles embracing novel effects." "There is about them a chic distinctiveness eminently Parisian. An inspection will be a delight for you. Call to-day. M 6631 Stocking Repair Service. Don't throw "away Silk Stockings that are laddered.. Send them to "Leicester House," Hosiery Specialists, whose expert will, for a few pence, repair invisibly and satisfactorily. The. big saving is yours! Address 382 Colombo street, Sydenham, opposite Picture Palace. • 1134 CHILDREN'S SHOES. ' ' Warm feet for' children are ensured with the Brown Sandal Strap 'Shoes with crepe rubber soles obtainable from Pannells', 105 Manchester Btreet, at 4 to (5, ss- Gd; 7 to 9, 6s 6d; 10, 7s 6d; 1L to 12, 9s; 13 to 1, 9s 6d. P6655 The "Charm of Youth may be Jours The marvellous beauty secrets ol ancient Egypt preserve and restore youth. Grey hair restored without dyes. Superfluous' hair removed painlessly una permanently. A delightful complexion ensured. Egyptus ; Toilet Rooms, Fletcher's Buildings, Colombo street. Phone .5158. —(i

• NOTHING SO GOOD. People who have tried all sorts of remedies, for colds state that, there is nothing so good as Kofgo, sold by E. Cameron Smith, -Chemist, Cathedral Square. The very first dose of Kofgo is guaranteed to give immediate relief to even the most obstinate of colds. 58707-860

Appreciation of the work Miss Donaldson had carried out as matron of the Walth'ani Orphanage was expressed at yesterday's meeting of the North Canterbury Hospital Board when it was reported by the chairman (Mr H. J. Otley) that she had resigned. The chairman stated that Miss Donaldson had taken the keenest interest in the welfare of the children, and during her long term of office the home had made good progress.

I Miss Poppio Clemens was the guest of honour at a very pleasant "cup and saucer afternoon" given by Mrs J. and the Misses Jackman at their residence, "Beeehmore," Innes road, on Saturday. Music and competitions wore much enjoyed by the guests. Afternoon tea was served in the dining-room, the table being decorated with poppies and trails of Virginian creeper. A miniature wedding cake was cut by Miss Clemens. Amongst those present were Mesdames J. Clemens, C. H. Lewis, A. ' L. Jones, H. Whitmorc, F. Mazey, D. G. Smith, A. Judge, Misses Ferguson, Atack, Gamble, Moir, and Sutcliffe. This evening at the "Grand" Tea Rooms, the £BO euchre tournament will be held. The prize-winners at tonight's gathering participate in the final for the big orders. Last evening Dr. G. M. Lester gave an address to the members of the Y.W.C.A. on "Tramps and Travels"' There was a large attendance of members, and the doctor described the joys of touring through France and Sweden on foot, and per medium of the bicycle. The address, which was part of a series of parties and lecturettes organised by the Community Club, was greatly appreciated. Last night, the Dean and Mrs Carrington, • gave a small and delightfully enjoyable danre at the Deanery, in honour of the coming-out of their daughter, Molly. The hostess wore a handsome tunic gown of black Spanish lace, mounted on black merv satin, and the debutante was an attractive picture in her pretty frock of cream embroidered Indian net, over cream satin. The guests included Misses Maureen Ray mond, Sheelagh Sadlier, Magdalene Hall, Sheila Tobin, Rosemary Wilson, Elinor Pointer Brown, Mary. Hogg, Joan Maling, Nancy Hewland, Dorothy Lewis, Margaret Ormerod, Gwen .lones, and Judith Mathias, Messrs Colin Acland, Stephen Lester, F. E. Wait, W. Day, Captain Murphy, Captain Morrison, Messrs H. M. Chrvstall, J, 0. H. Tobin, E. Orboll, W. Hall, R. Hall and P. Cooper. Dr. F. V. Be van-Brown was prevented from coming at the last moment.

Miss> Rona Matson gave a delightful dance at her home, Papanui road, in honour of Miss Aileen Minson,i who is to be married to-morrow. The guests were:—Mr and Mrs Alan Matson, Misses Aileen Minson, Dora Warren, Doris Minson, Joan Johnston, Nancy Minson, Aileen Piper, Rata Philps, Joy Tait, Pftyllis Clarkson, Nancy McDougall, Berrie Peacock, Moorhouse (2), Nell Buddo, Messrs Geoffrey Wood, Barrett, R. Talbot;, P. Grant; D. Stewart, L. lc Cren, J. Price, H. Warren, K. Ballaiityne, T, Walker, C. Drury,' W. Moir, and H. Ronaldson. The Ford ear cuchro party will bo held on Thursday next at the' Calcdon-' ian Hall. The last two nights that euchre players will have the opportunity of qualifying for the "final" will be Thursday next and Friday, May Ist. Twenty valuable prizes will be given on each of these last nights, and all the winners will participate in the grand final tournament for the new 5-seater touring car. The final will be held ou May 6th. Euchre players are advised that their non-attendance at the previous Ford car ; euchre parties does, not prevent them from attending the last two nights, as the winning of a prize on any one night entitles one to play in the final.

In ideal weather the golf tournament* was concluded at the Shirley Links yesterday. The Bogey Competition, played in the morning, was won by Miso Gwitha Shand, who reduced her handicap, Miss Chrystall being second. The four-ball bogey match, played in the afternoon, was won by Misses A. and V. Hutton. The putting prizes were won" by Miss Chrystall and Miss Kathleen Bristed, and a charming little silver cup, presented by Lady Boys, for the best putting score during the tournament also went to Miss Bristed. At the conclusion of the afternoon match, Mrs H. S. Lawrence, captain of the Christchurch Ladies' Golf Club, before presenting the prizes won during the day, expressed pleasure at the number of visiting players who this year competed in the tournament, and specially thanked those who had given prizes— Lady Boys for a trophy for the best score, won cn Satin day by Mrs Dodgsliun, and a" putting prize won yesterday bv: Miss Kathleen Bristed. Mrs *T. H. Hall, for the very handsome championship cup won last week by Mrs Dodrrshun, and Miss Dorothy Anderson for the medal mateh won on Thursday bv Miss Betty Cotterill. On behalf of the -visiting players. Mrs Dndgshun thanked Mrs Lawrence and the local plavers for the enjoyable time they ]md spent at the tournanvnt, despite the adverse weather conditions last week.

A very enjoyable evening was spent by the friends of Mr and Mrs W. Rowe, at their residence, Lincoln road, Spreydon, to celebrate the coming of age of their daughter, Edithe. Mrs Rowe wore mole grey marocain with Oriental trimmings, and Miss Rowe, French embossed eolienne. The evening wag spent in games, dancing, and musical items, the music being supplied by Mr 7,. Pepperell, and other items given by Mr L. Pepperell, E. Kerr, M. and L. O'Connor. During the evening Mr Lassierre presented Miss Rowe with th<» usual key. Mr Beach responding on her behalf. A daintT supper wa s then served, the table being decorated with red roses. Miss Rowe was the recipient of many beautiful presents. Those present were: Mr aud Mrs Rowe, sen., Mr and Mrs Rowe, Mr and Mrs Benson, Mrs Duffull. Mr and Mrs Lassierre, Mr and Mrs Mathews (Rangiora), Mr and Mrs O'Connor, Mr and Mrs Paternal* (Woodend). Mrs Kerr, Mr and Mrs Bun» cess, Mrs Clark, Misses E. Rowe, E. Kerr. E. Hornsbv, P. Harris, E. Ryan, M. Ryan, M. Chamberlain, C. Rowe, Messrs H. Burrows, J. Beach, T. Rowe, H. Rowe. T. Ashby, D. Ashby, G. Hayman, L. Pepperell, L. Moyner, N. Morrison, and S. Bancroft. One pair of Bear Brand Heavy quality silk hose will convince you that it |is the best value ever offered. Only 5s I lid (No. 105) and 4s lid {No. 102) but every pair guaranteed. Sold in all the wanted colours, iu heavy silk, it has the I appearance of hosiery selling at three I times the price. —6 | At least £1,000,000 a year had been lost to- Cork through the withdrawal of the British military and Cork Harboup naval forces, said the chairman of tho Cork, Blackrock, and Passage Railway Co., Sir Stanley Harrington, at a meeting last month.

DANCE AT WAIKUIvU. The Waikuku Hall was the scene cf a most enjoyable party, when Mr uiul Mrs C. H. Morriss entertained a number of friends 111 honour of the comingi I of-age of their daughter Doris. The hall was dec-orated with greenery, and a canopy overhead of orange and lemon | streamers. The hostess wore a navy J niarccain frock, and Miss Doris Morriss, who was the recipient of many beautiful and useful gifts, wore tomato-red taffeta with inset sid6-panels and tinysleeves of cream radium lace. The time passed all too quickly with games, dancing, and competitions, the latter being won by Misses May Baljinger, Jean Morriss, and Mr H. Ballingcr. Musical items were contributed by Miss Lynda Maddison, Miss Kathleen Jenkins, and Mr il. W. Jlolmes, of Christchurch. Miss Hilda Judson acting as accompanist. During the evening several novelty dances were introduced, including a "lucky spot" waltz, which was won by Miss Gladys Bunting and, Mr A. Horrell. Music for dancing was supplied by Miss Eder, while Mr L. R. Morriss was M.O. A dainty supper was served, at the close of which the usual toasts were honoured. Those present included:—Mr and Mrs G. H. Morriss, Mr and Mrs J. Morriss, Mr and Mrs B. J. Archer, Mr and Mrs <T. Pateman, Mr and Mrs Ogden (Wellington), Mr and Mrs J. Stokes, Mr and Mrs F. Stokes, Mr and Mrs G. Minton (Seft-on), Mesdames Judson, Petrie, Ballinger, McMillan, Bunting (Kaiapoi), Misses Liggett (2), Anne Garrett (Kangiora), Hilda Judson, Kathleen Jenkins, Doris Morriss, B. O. Rout, J. Robinson, Nancy Wagner, Edna Bunting, May Bdllinger, Jean Judson, Gladys Bunting, Janet Buckley, Rose Ford, Hilda Bunting, Lynda and Betty Maddison, C. Rowe (Christehurch), Marjorie Bunting, Jean Morriss, Dorothy and Margaret Minton, Messrs F. Morriss, Maddison, F. Kheppard, H. W. Holmes (Christehurch), J. A. Archer, Ash by (Christehurch), Petrie (3)., W. Watson, A. Wagner, R. Bennetts (Christehurch), H. Ballingcr, G. Goodwin, D. Archer, A. Horrell (Rangiora), Morriss (4).