WOMEN'S CORNER

Press, Volume LXI, Issue 18367, 28 April 1925, Page 2

WOMEN'S CORNER

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

Mrs Dinwiddie (Napier) is visiting Mrs W. I. Bolam (Rugby street). Mrs C. Murre? Jackson (Jackson's road) is spending a few days at "Hanmer House," Hanirer.

Miss Irene Thompson returned _to Christchurch on Saturday from Kaikou:a, where sh«» was the guest of Mrs Xoel Trolove (Clinton Valley). Miss Elsie Lilly, of t';e Zenr.na Bible and Medical Mission, is staying in Christchurch, and is the guest of Mrs and Miss Menzies (Hackthorne road, Cashmere Hills). Miss Betty Rider left last night for her home in Huntcrville, after an extended visit to the,.south. Mrs Cowans (Oust), Mrs and Miss Pavtoc (Christchurch), Mr Hillier (New Brighton), Mr A. Denton, Mr C. Denton (D.omettl. Mrs Inkstone, Miss Inkstone (Christchurch), Mrs Bonnington (Ashburton), Miss Bonnington (Ashburton), Mr Buckley (Christchurch), Miss Buchanan (Christchurch), are among the recent arrivals at the New Brighton Cafe, New Brighton. Miss Hull, principal of the Kindergarten Association, will give an- address at the Mothers' Thoijght Guild to-morrow on "The Aim of the Kindergarten Association.'' The engagement is announced of Marjoria. second daughter of Mr and Mrs McClelland (River View, Kimberley) to Norman, youngest son of Mr T. and the late Mrs Kelly (Christchurch). A foursome golf match, in which a senior and a junior plav together, will be held by members of the Christchurch Ladies' Golf Club at the Shirlev Links to-morrow. Players are to choose their own partners and opponents.

Miss Hummer ("Kummerstcin," Masterton) is the guest of Mrs York, Sumner.

Visitors at Godley House, Diamond* Harbour, during the past week were: Mr and Mrs Donaldson Smith, Mr and Mrs Knight. Misses Woods and Searle, Messrs Smith (3), W. O. Campbell, E. Hudson and G. Woods. At the Avonside Nursing Division's meeting on Thursday evening, Miss Pike gave a helpful address on "First Aid in Maternity" and, after replying to questions, was accorded n. hearty vote of thanks. Mrs Bell, first officer, presided over a fair attendance of members.

An enjoyable "gift evening" was given at the residence of Mr and Mrs T. W. Silvester.. in honour of their *hiece, Miss D. Silvester, who is to be married on The evening was spent in music and games. Amongst those, present were Mesdames H. Silvester,. .T. Silvester, -.Dun-anil, Walls, Brown. Howison, Misses D. Silvester, S. Silvester, JMcLcary, W. O'Rourke, M. Marshall, Simmons, D. Steinmetz, R. Collier, Messrs Silvester (5), Dunmill, Hartigan, W. Greig, W. Gray, Buckley, E. Brown, H. Brown, G. Howison, and McLeary. : The Excelsior Euchre Assembly will present an attractive programme to euchre players to-morrow night at the Caledonian Hall. The winners will be presented with orders ranging in value from £2o. For the convenience of patrons municipal election results will be announced during the evening.

The "Wentworth Cabaret Club will hold its usual weekly dance in the "Winter Garden on Saturday night, when Bailey's Band will supply the music. A delightful evening was spent by 'the members of the Canterbury branch of the New Zealand Federation of University Women at "Te Whare" on Tuesday last. A number of new members were welcomed. During the evening musical items were given by Mrs W. Wilson, Mi's Mansell and Miss M. Kennedy. Miss Sims, who has lately returned from Honolulu, brought greetings from the Federation there, and gave a most interesting account of the work of the Honolulu branch. Arrangements were made .for a sale to be held shortly in aid of the Crosby Hall Endowment Fund.

Mrs Woodroffe (Hillsborough) was hostess at a particularly charming "white" party, given in honour of Miss Peggy Fcrricr, who is shortly to be married. The drawing-room was decorated with white flowers, the lights were softened with white shades, a beautiful white bell was suspended from the ceiling, and each guest, brought a white gift for the bridcrdect. In the diningroom, where delicious afternoon tea was served, the tables were decorated with crystal vases of white chrysanthemums, while in front of tho guest of honour was a large heart made of White chrysanthemums and maidenhair fern. Mrs Copeland Smith assisted her mother in the entertainment of her guests, amongst whom were Mrs Alfred Evans, Mrs Vernon Mathews, Mrs E. Caughley (Wellington), Mrs J. G. Hawkins, Mrs Polhill, Mrs Eicliard Williams, Misses Margaret Anderson, Dorothy Sandston, Hazel Evans, Gcraldinc Anderson, TSolandc Ferricr, Gwcn McPhail, and Ina Warner.

CHIC PARISIENNE. At last the new winter furs have arrived in Christchurch for Madame Menore, 127 Cashel street, opposite Beaths'. Wonderful styles embracing novel effects. Tliere is about them a chic distinctiveness eminently Parisian. An inspection will be a delight for vou. Call to-day. M 6631 The beauty of Cleopatra, renowned throughout the ages, was never marred by . superfluous hair. Ancient toilet secrets, preserved to this day, successfully removed all traces of this disfigurement. You. too, can '.-njoy this treatment, which does hot employ needles or any harmful preparations. Consult ( Egyptns, Hair Specialists. ' Fletcher's Buildings, Colombo street (near Armagh street), or ring 'phono 5158. —G anotheiTepidem IC, Another epidemic has succeeded theInfantile Paralysis—an epidemic among all sections of . tho community—the usual early winter crop of colds. As a. consequence tho demand on Kofgq, the irreat cough cure, has been a very heavy one, reports Mr E. Cameron Smith, Chemist, Cathedral square. SB70? | CHILDREN'S SHOES. Warm feet for children are ensured with the Brown Sandal Strap Shoes with crepe rubber soles obtainable-from I Pannells', 105 Manchester street, at 4 to 6, 5s 6d; 7 to 9, 6s 6d; 10, 7s 6d; 11 to 12, 9s; 13 to 1, 9s 6d. P6655

Miss Maud Seymour. 8.A.. l;-;s been appointed to act us relieving teacher at the Girls' Hiph School during the absence in Australia of Miss Hardie. Mr G. M. Butterwartli, well known in tennis circles, '--.nd his daughter, Miss Butterworth (formerly of Christrhurch). have taken over an oldfashioned river side inn, The Kings Head Hotel, Shepperton-on-Thames, Boating, tennis courts, t.ef.utiful gardens and comfort are the principal attractions.

Mrs 0. Potts. West Lytteltor/. was hostess at a delightful girls' party on Friaa'v evening, given a; a farewell for Miss Peggy Rhind, who is leaving for school. Dancing, games and competitions were enjoyed. Those present were Misses Peggy Rhind, Margaret and Mariorie Hunter. Joan and Eileen Mahar, Patricia Ronalds. Ruth Miller, Mary Crawford, Myra' Sutton and Eileen Phinket. Miss Lilly, of the Zenana Bible and Medical Mission, is visiting Christchurch and addressing meetings to aieuse and sustain interest in tho Christian work amongst the women and children of India. Two drawing room meetings have been held, one at the residence of Mrs Turnbull, Holniwood road, and the other at Mis Munzie's home on Hackthorne rond. The greatest interest and sympathy, were aroused bv Miss Lilly's earnest narrative of the resc.ied children, and the wonderful way even little ones of four years old had grasped deep spiritual truths.

A surprise partv o-ganisod by Miss Helen Bowman, visited the residence of Mr am) Mrs C*«ers, St. Albans, on the occasion of the birthday (1 their only daughter. A very pleasant evening was spent in music, gam?« and competitions. Songs were rendered by Miss Griffiths. Other 'items wore given by Mr C. GiMths, Miss U. Jackson and Miss M. Sto?.t. The evening was brought to a close with a streamer dance and the singing of "Auld Lang Syne." Those present were Mosdames Bownrsn and Overs, Misses Helen; Bowman, Gwen Owers, Maude Stout, Ursula Jackson, Margaret Beaton, Mildred Garbutt. B. Griffitr.s, Messrs M. Hefford, F. Owers, G. Owers, G. Gr.rbutt, H. Garbutt, E. Lane and C. Griffiths. Attention is drawn to the announcement in today's "Press" of (the seventh annual, meeting of the local branch of the Zenana Bible and Medical Mission. Supporters of this work rejoice over the progress made in the enlistment of practical sympathy of so many men and women whose hearts have, been touched by the need of our brown cousins in India and of the ample opportunity l of expressing their interest through the workers of this old-established mission. A new set of coloured slides descriptive of the life at Jaunpur—one New Zealand centre, and of the work being done there will be used by Miss Elsie Lilly in her talk to-night. A large attendance of the missionary-hearted community of Christchureh is expected.

The second of the series of six tournaments and dances given by the committee of St. John the Evangelist Catiholic Church, was hfcld in the Town Hall, Little River, on Friday night. There was & good attendance. Owing to the following day being An>zac Day,, euchre was only played until 9.30 p.m., after which the hall was cleared and dancing was kept up until five minutes to miidnight. 'Supper was given by the ladies of the Church Committee, and a very pleasant evening was spent by all. The prizes were won as follows: —Ladies' first. Miss Grace Falvey; gentlemen's first, Mr B. Stevens, jun.; ladies' second, Mrs Win. Lewthwaite; gentlemen's second, Lewthwaite. The committee instituted an innovation in having second prizes, instead of booby prizes. The music was supplied by Londriganjs Band, and Mr Steven Giddens made an efficient M.C.

The seating accommodation -of the Y.M.C.A. concert hall was taxed to its utmost capacity on Friday night, the occasion being a cookery demonstration by Miss Beck.' s Mrs George Cooper, the president of the Home Economics Association, introduced Miss Beck, who has just returned from a visit to England and America with a number of new ideas. Miss Beck gave a demonstration of the making of savouries in which almost every variety of green vegetable was used. The table set with dainty dishes created much interest, and found a ready sale, the supply being in no way equal to the demand. Miss Beck was assisted by Miss Graham, and at the close of the meeting a hearty vote of thanks was accorded both ladies. Dr. Lillian Storms, from Dunedin University, will lecture at the next meeting on "Diet and Nutrition."

THE LATE MRS ROSA NICHOLLS. Mrs R. Nicholls passed away early on Monday morning at her residence, 118 Dean street, Christchureh. The deceased lady was the widow of the late Mr Alfred Nicholls, master of Akaroa District. High School. Mrs Nicholls resided in Akaroa for over thirty years, where she was very highly respected. She took a keen interest in the welfare of the Anglican Church, and was well known for her generosity, kindness, and sympathy in times of sickness and trouble.

After leaving Akaroa, she resided in Christchureh for the past 18 years, where she made hosts of friends, and helped in many good works. For the past four years she had been practically an invalid.

The funeral took place on Wednesday in the Anglican portion of the Linwood Cemetery. A short service was held at the house, many very old friends being present. The Rev. S. Hamilton, vicar of St. Matthew's, Christchureh, assisted by the Rev. Jasper Smythe, late vicar "at Akaroa, and a very old friend of the family, conducted the burial service. Mrs Nicholls leaves one son, Mr Alfred Nicholls (Wellington), and four (laughters—Mrs Smith (Wellington), Mrs Leslie, Mrs Higgins, and •Miss Nicholls (Christchureh). Many beautiful wreaths were sent from friends, among wliom were Mrs Owers, Mr and Mrs Baker, Mrs Leslie, Mr and Mrs Caven, Mrs Creedon, Clarence Creedon, Mr and Mrs E. Narbey, Mr and Mrs Locke, Mr and Mrs Christie, Mrs Grubb, Mrs O'Callaghan, Mrs G. Smith, Mrs L. Smith, Mrs Coventry, Miss Johnston, Miss Harband, Miss Rogers, Miss Sloan, Mrs Berry, Mrs Curtis, Mr Palmer, TMrs Funnell, Nurse. Mcintosh, Wellington Money Order Tost Office Staff, Richmond School Staff. • Amongst the mourners wero: Mr Alf. Nicholls, Mrs Leslie, Mrs Higgins, Miss Higgins, Miss Nicholls, Mrs Creedon, Miss Sloan, Mrs Chittenden, Mr and Mrs E. Narbey, Mrs Caven, Mr Higgins, Mr W. Baker, Mr and Mrs Locke, Mr and Mrs Sweeney, Mr H. Hamilton, Mr and Mrs H. Holland, Mr Carroll, Mr G. Home, Mr F. H. Penlington, Mrs Coventry, Mrs Hall, Mrs Page, Mrs G. Smith, Mrs J. O'Callaghan, Miss Johnston.

"SAN TOY." "San Toy." produced Inst night at tlio Theatre Roynl I. v .the Christcburch Aiswteur Ojicratii' Society, was .1 groat F.'.i<'<<' , s:<. The r!ii>ri:s was exceptionally {j'iU'l. an<! the Mending of* gay colours

in their Chinese costumes gave an excellent effect. To Miss Iris Montgomery, who produced the many ballets ■mi! dances, much credit is due. Amongst the performers the honours fell to Miss Hazel Fa-ville, who, as the very winsome San Toy, danced and sang, and acted with the greatest spirit and charm. Amongst the men. nearly all of whom entered into their parts with enthusiasm, Mr Hanson Cook's splendid, booming, speaking voice was reminiscent of Oscar Asche. Mr E. G. Seed was a very capable husband of six attractive wives, and Mr Dan McKivett, as Li, was the life and 60ul of the party. Mr Rex. Hobbs clung faithfully to an ultra-Oxford accent, but the surprise of the evening was certainly Mr Frank Morrison, who seemed to have conquered the paralysing nervousness that, on former occasions, has considerably cramped his style, and last night gave a really good performance in which his fine voice was heard to advantage. Miss Rona Vaughan, in an effective ballet frock of rose-pink tulle, banded with gold, danced a pas seul, and the orchestra, of which Mrs G. L. Donaldson was pianist, added much to the success of the production.

ANTE-NATAL CLINICS. FOUR ESTABLISHED IN CHRISTCHURCH. In furtherance of the campaign initiated last year by the Hon. Sir Maui Pomare, Minister of Health, for the purpose of reducing New Zealand's comparatively high maternal mortality rate, lour ante-natal clinics have been established iti Christchureh and have been in operation for some time. Similar clinics exist in the other big centres of the Dominion.

The pioneer of ante-natal work was Dr. J. W. Ballantyne, of Edinburgh, and twenty years ago, realising the need for the care of the expectant mother, he established the first antenatal clinic. As the result of Dr. Ballantyne's appeal, through the "British Medical Journal,'" numerous antenatal clinics and hospital ante-natal departments were established throughout Great Britain. These have proved important factors in reducing maternal | and infant mortality rates. The ante-natal clinics established in the Dominion are on lines similar to those established by Dr. Ballantyne. The four that have been started in Christchureh are as follows:—In conrexion with the Plunket Society aft Carey's Buildings; at St. Helen's Maternity Hospital, Sydenham; at the Essex Home. Linwood: and at the Salvation Army's Maternity Home, Bealey •avenue. Free medical examination isprovided at these clinics, and also reexamination periodically.

So far a considerable amount of work has been done in respect of preventive treatment for goitre. The nurses in connexion with the Maternity Hospital, and especially the Plunket Curses, are receiving special training so that they can carry out ante-natal work in tho most scientific way, the training being on the same lines as in England.

WEDDINGS. PALMER—HORSLEY. A' quiet tut pretty wedding was celebrated on AYedjie&day at- Holy Trinity Church, Avonside, when Elsie, second daughter of Mr and Mrs T. N._ Horsley, of Avonside, "was married to Thomas, second son of Mrs and the late Mr T. Palmer, of Linwood. The bride, who was given away by her father, wore a becoming frock of iivory marocain,. draped and caught at the side with a silver ornament. Her embroidered veil was surmounted by a coronet of orange _ blossom ansi silver cord, and she carried a beautiful bouquet of hothouse flowers. The bridesmaid, Miss Marion Palmer, sister of the bridegroom, wore an uncommon frock of grey velvet and a grey velvet hat. Her bouquet was of pink and mauve flowers and asparagus fern. Mr R. Palmer was best man

After the ceremony, a reception was held at the residence of . the bride's parents, when the hostess, Mrs T. N. Horsley, received heri guests, wearing a smart mole oostume and hat to match.

Later the bride and bridegroom left for the North, the bride wearing a fawn costume, beautifully embroidered, and bat to tone.