WOMEN'S CORNER

Press, Volume LXVIII, Issue 20493, 11 March 1932, Page 2

WOMEN'S CORNER

Mr and Mrs G. T-eslic Rutherford and Miss Betty Rutherford, who have been spending a few weeks at their house at Sumner, have- returned to Macdonald Downs, North Canterbury. Miss Betty Kiver (Papanui road) lias returned from a visit to Mrs JNapier, Waimate. Mrs H. G. Hurst (Fendalton), who has been visiting the "Westland Glaciers and Hokitika, will return to Uiristchurcli to-morrow. Miss Joan "Williams (To Parae, Masterton) is visiting Miss Diana Allen, Fendalton. Mrs J. A. Steel (Merivale), who lias been visiting friends m Grey mouth, will return to Christchurch to-mo Mrs Louis Campbell, who returned a few mouths ago from Engl and, is at present the guest of Mrs Herbert-Acton-Adams, Tipapa, North Canterbury. , Miss Betty Sutton (Oamaru) is the guest of Mrs H. J. Beadel, Papaioa street. Miss Dorothy Walton (Park lane, Timaru) arrived in Christchurch yesterday and is the guest of Madame Winnie Fraser, Durham street North. Miss Marion Royds (Invercargill) is staying with Miss Linley Ileydman, Fendalton. Mrs Owers, accompanied by Misses N. Owers and R Waddmgton, Methven, are visiting Sumner. Should the wteather be unsuitable for tennis this afternoon, the large tennis party arranged by members of the British Sailors' Guild will resolve itself into a bridge party which will be held in the United Club's pavilion. The matron of the Tuberculosis Institution wishes to thank the following for gifts of papers, magazines, and books: —Mrs Cracroft Wilson (Cashmere), Mrs J. C. Bradshaw (Cashmere), Mrs J. P. Colville (Cashmgrc), Mrs Gimblett (Woolston), Miss Prances (Cashmere), W.C.T.U., licv. A. H. Norm (Cashmere), Mr P. H. Harris (Cashmere), Mr Leonard Clark (Cashmere), Mr W. Copeland (Opawa), and Mr W. Tuck (Cashmere). Arrangements are now complete for the garden party to be held at Rannerdale Homo to-morrow afternoon. Should the day be wet, the party will be held in the Navy League Hall. Gloucester street West. Sir Henton Rhodes will perform the opening ceremony at 2.30 p.m., and during the afternoon music will be provided by Dorry's Band and the R.S.A. Orchestra. In addition to the many stalls, for which generous stocks have been promised, there will be character reading and ventriloquism, r.nd Mrs E. J. Chennells lias kindly agreed to give an exhibition of spinning and weaving. Homo Portraiture—Miss Ethel Galwey, of Lower Hutt, Wellington (late of Gwen Fullerton's Studio) is visiting Christchurch.' Appointments may be made with, the General Trading Co., Cathedral Chambers, Cathedral square. 4543 THE BEST KNITTING GUIDE. You do not need a teacher. -Just get a copy of "Woolcraft." Mtead the instructions, study the illustrations. Everything clearly explained from the first stage. Patterns for working over eighty garments. All illustrated. Send 9d in stamps to Patons and Baldwins, Ltd., Box 1441R, Wellington. —4 Sanitarium Muscatels are the first choice of the produce of the leading vineyardist in South Australia, where some of the world's finest grapes are grown. Dried in dustproof houses, protected from dust and grit, especially treated to retain flesh and flavour for one to two years, packed in airtight cellophane, and accompanied by a positive guarantee of quality—the finest muscatels money can buy are to be had at the Sanitarium Shop, 708 Colombo street, Christchurch. —3 BRIDGE PARTY. Many large bowls of mixed flowers decorated the reception-rooms at "Medbury," Fendalton, last night, when Mrs E. J. Chennells gave a delightful bridge party, at< which the guests of honour were Miss Ethel Gebbie and Dr. Pollock, who ase to be married next week. Mrs Chennells wore a handsome frock of wine-red velvet, and Miss Gebbie wore a frock of oyster satin and net with dinmonte shoulder straps. The guests were: Mrs E. G. Gebbie and Misses Ethel and Jean Gebbie, Mr i and Mrs H. G. Livingstone, Misses Adelaide Minnett, Kathleen Hon re, Elizabeth Morris, Dr. Pollock, Dr. Gordon Rich, Dr. Turner'Jennings, Messrs H. Solomon, Crosby Morris, and lan Gebbie. ■ MORNING TEA. A very cheery little party was given yesterday morning by Miss Ella MacGibbon, in honour of Miss Ethel Gebbie, who is to be married next week. The drawing-room was decorated with flame-coloured antirrhinums, and the dining-room, where tea was served, with pink roses and pink antirrhinums. A competition, which aroused much interest, was won by Miss Gendie Maling. T v . Those present were Miss Joyce MacGibbon, Misses' Ethel and; Jean Gebbie, Ruth Haggitt Gendie Mahng, Kathleen Hoare, Marjorie Studholme, Vivyan Dawson. Rosemary Harley, Lois Ollivier, Adelaide Minnett, Agatha TTpham, and Mrs Winstone Fhilp. REUNION DANCE. The second dance of the Normal District High School Old Pupils' Association was held in Jellicoe Hall, Gloucester street, last night., Music was supplied by the Collegians' Orchestra. Miss M. Coleby, president of the Association, who wore a floral net frock, received the guests with Mr C. G. Parish, hon. secretary. Guests of honour who attended were Mr and Mrs W. Colee, the latter wearing navy georgette, &nd Mr and Mrs T. J. Donnelly. Mrs Donnelly wore a georgette frock with touches of white. Members of the committee present were Misses Elsie Riley, C. Hauna, E. Hanna, R. O'Connell, and Messrs A. McNally, R. Keenan, and A. Brown. Others present included Mesdames W. H. Smith, W. Rowntree, Marriott, Misses R. Smith, Dorothy Francis, Rosiline Donaldson, C. Goward, E. McDonald, M. Allard, Isobel Francis, E. Picsse, Mildred Hoolce, Marion Jackson, Ivy Stratch, Rcta Reddecliffe, D. Downing, Merle Rippan, Joyce Belmer, Gladys O'Connell,. Myra Macneill, 0. Taylor, Nan Lion, Jean Douglas (Rangiora), and Jean Perrett.

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

PARTY AT "OAKFORD." At her home, "Oakford," liiucarton, yesterday afternoon, Mrs G. Hampton Rhodes entertained a number of her friends at a delightful bridge party, given to augment the funds of the All Nations Fair. The reception-rooms were decorated with hydrangeas; gladioli, and dahlias, and the dining-room with bowls of roses. The guests were Mrs W. Rolleston, Mrs John Grigg, Mrs Arthur Reeves, Mrs Beauchamp Lane, Mrs Jack Anderj son, Mrs T. L. Cowlisliaw, Mrs J. Dryden Hall, Mrs J. H. Hall, Mrs M. H. I Godby, Mrs Maitland Rich, Mrs Russell Beals, Mrs Willes, Mrs William Irving, Mrs James Hay, Mrs 11. D. Acland, Miss Joan Lee, Miss Suttor (Sydney), Miss Blanche Sanders, Miss E. Aitken, Miss 11. Miles (Wellington), and Miss L. Sanders. , TENNIS PARTY. To help the good work which is being done by the committee of the All Nations Fair, Miss Jura Paterson arranged a tennis party at which she entertained a number of her young friends yesterday afternoon. Tennis was played on three courts, and when a light rain set in late in the afternoon the guests adjourned indoors and played games in the drawing-room. Those present were Misses Linley Ilerdman, Elaine Perry, Jean Stevenson, Margaret Hayes, Betty Orbell, Margaret Talbot, Betty Webb, Dulcie and Ena Fleetwood, Joan Hart, Joyce MacGibbon, Joan Buchanan, Myrette Watson, Margaret Clark, Wilmot Macbeth, Marion Royds (Invercargill), and Faith Herdman. ALL NATIONS FAIR. At the invitation of Mrs Edwin Hamilton, a drawing-room meeting was held yesterday afternoon at her house, 104 Papanui road. Among those present were Mrs J. D. Fairhurst, Mrs J. Todhunter, Mrs E. J. Cordner, Mrs W. Chapman, Mrs Knubley, Mrs It. E. McDougall, Mrs A. T. Chapman, Miss B. Nurse, and Miss Scott. The Mayoress, Mrs D. G. Sullivan, welcomed those present, and introduced Mr George Harper, chairman of the Citizens' Relief Fund Association, bettor known as the Pound Scheme. Mr Harper, in an interesting address, gave a clear history of tho origin and the working' of the Pound Scheme. He pointed out that through recently-im-proved co-operation with every one of •the local relief committees, overlapping was now practically impossible. He gave great praise to those who, for two years, had worked hard in helping to give relief to the many thousands of unemployed in the City. Ho reminded his hearers that the Mayor's support of the Pound Scheme, given in the form of a weekly grant of £4O, had helped to make it possible to carry out the giving of regular rations . and clothing. During the winter months the demand often exceeded the supply. During the coming winter the need | for relief would be greater than over, and the speaker had no hestiation in urging all present to support the All Nations' Fair to their utmost, as funds would be urgently needed. A question was asked: Docs the Mayor's Fund get any percentage of the money raised through the unemployment tax? The answer was an emphatic no. The Mayor's Relief Fund, Mr Harper said, depended entirely upon money raised by private donations, community dances, and similar gatherings. Mrs Cecil Wood made an eloquent appeal to all present to support the fair, as she could assuro them that those who would be helped would be those workmen and their families who had given good service to the community at largo during the good years, and who now, through no fault of their own, were in dire distress. She would like those who had been trying to carry on so bravely, and who, after two years of struggle, now were beginning to lose heart, to feel that the women of Christchurch stood behind them and would help them and their families. "We want help' to stock, the stalls, and please come and buy, and urge others to do the same," she concluded. MEETING OF EXECUTIVE. A meeting of the executive of the Ali Nations Fair Committee was held yesterday in the City Council Cham- j hers, Mr J. W. Hillary presiding. Mr S. W. .Jameson, chairman of the I Street Collection Committee, reported j that 250 collectors had already promised their assistance. Arrangements were also being made for a number oi : addresses over the radio on the necessity of relieving the distress prevalent in the City. Mr Jameson himself agreed to speak on one evening. A suggestion was put forward by Mrs Cecil Wood, on behalf of the Women's Committee, that the prices for adihission to the fair be lowered, but it was pointed out that the tickets were already printed. Mr H. G. Livingstone, reporting for the Ticket Committee, stated that tickets for the fair had been printed and would be placed in the hands of house-to-house' canvassers. The question of providing badges for stall-workers was referred to this committee. ANNUAL MEETING. , At the annual meeting of the Y.M.C.A. Ladies' Auxiliary, held in the Cosy Corner of tho Y.M.C.A., there was a full attendance of members. Mr A. J. McEldowney, general secretary of the Association, tliauked members of the Auxiliary for the splendid work they had done during the year, and asked for their co-operation in the year to come. Mr K. G. Archer outlined the work which the Board had suggested tne Auxiliary might undertake to raise funds. The animal report and balance-sheet were presented and the following officers were elected: Mrs H. L. Voller, president (re-elected); vice-presidents, Mrs J. I. Royds, Mrs 8. 11. Webb, Mrs A. Borrows, and Miss Borrie; treasurer, Mrs S. L. PaFtridge; and secretary, Mrs Cameron; executive, Mrs Sustens, Mrs Batchelor- Miss Graham, Mrs Archer, Mr;; Peters, and Mrs Russell. • It was decided to hold a jumble sale at the Hibernian Hall next week.

VICTORIA LEAGUE. ANNUAL MEETING. The annual meeting of the Canterbury Branch of the Victoria League was held in Jcllicoo Hall yesterday afternoon. Mr 11. D. Acland presided, and with him on the platform were Mrs E. G. Hogg (president), Miss C. Gosset (secretary), Mrs J. Mowbray Tripp, and Mr F. A. Macbean (hon. treasurer). Annual Report. The annual report, which was read by Miss Gosset, stated that the objects of the League had been faithfully carried out during the year. The Victoria League had received a great honour when H.R.H. the Princess Alice, Countess of Athlono, had accepted the invitation to become president of the parent League in London. Mrs Hugh Acland and Mrs Carey Hill had attended the general annual meeting held in London in June. The membership stood at 515, 78 of whom were life-members. Twenty-one new members were elected during the year. Several members had had introductipns to the Home Office. The biennial conference had not been held, owing to the financial depression. Memorial wreaths had, as usual, been placed at the foot of Queen Victoria's statue, in Victoria square, on Empire Day, and in front of the Cathedral on Anzac Day and Trafalgar Day. A contribution had been sent towards the Dominion wreath sent in ice to London to be placed on the Cenotaph on Anzac Day, and the London headquarters' wreath placed on Queen Victoria's statue in front of Buckingham Palace on Empire Day. A donation of £5 had been given towards the Returned Soldiers' Association's children's Christmas tree, and £2 2s to the Navy League in London, in response, to a special Trafalgar Day appeal. The committee had collected £IOO at the street collection on Poppy Day. The Navy League and Victoria League essays competition had been held. Eight hundred and four essays were written in 24 schools. Miss Skoglund's education report said: During the year 103 links have been sent overseas, and 182 links received from England, making a total of 285. Several letters of thanks and appreciation of the work have been received from the head teachers of the schools. i Miss Tabart reports three scrap-books were made by the junior associates 1 under her supervision, and sent to backcountry schools, where they are very greatly appreciated. The work of sending books and newspapers to remote places had increased during the year. One thousand five hundred and eleven papers and magazines, and 206 books had been posted to back-blocks schools, lonely settlers, and the Chatham Islands. Large numbers of books had also been sent to the I lighthouses, the lepers at Makogai, to Melanesia, unemployment camps, Public .Works camps, and to the hospitals. | Many letters of thanks had been received. An appeal was made for gifts of illustrated papers and books. Thanks were expressed to Miss Rose Tabart, who retired last year from tha position' of honorary secretary, after three years, and a half hard work, to Miss C. Gosset, the present secretary, to Miss Skoglund, who had acted as temporary secretary, and had done invaluable work on sub-committees, to friends and supporters of the League, and to the Press. Mrs J. Mowbray Tripp, speaking on behalf of tfie New Settlers' Sub-Com-mittee, said that the work of her committee was in abeyance, in the meantime, as no migrants were being advised to come to New Zealand unless they were coming to definite work or to relatives. She had, however, no unemployment to report amongst the giris who had come from England under the League's auspices, and she hoped that tho League would continue its helpfulness and friendliness to these girls. "Two have been married," concluded Mrs Tripp, "and others have secured less permanent jobs." The Balance-sheet. Mr F. A. Macbean, the honorary treasurer, reported that the financial j year had boon satisfactory. "Although there has been a shrinkage in revenue during the period under review," he said, "the League has paid its way, and provided for all its coin : mitments. The balance-Sheet shows a surplus for the twelve mouths of £l3 7s lid. Thlre are no outstanding liabilities, and so far as finance is concerned, the League fs in a sound position." Adoption of the Report. On the motion of Mr H: D. Acland, seconded by Mr H. L. Bowker, the report and balance-sheet were received. Speaking to 4 the motion, Mr Acland expressed the opinion that the British Empire was the greatest force for good in the world to-day. He dealt briefly with the Statute of 'Westminster, passed last year, which established the Dominions' status within tho Empire, and. gave to them the same political "freedom as was enjoyed in England. Mr Acland considered that New Zealand should be strongly represented at the Ottawa Conference, so that satisfactory trade arrangements should be made with other parts of the Empire. "Our export of lamb has increased 33 1-3 per cent, in the .last two years," he said, "and if tariff walls are raised against us in Britain, the result will be disastrous. " President's Address. Mrs E. G. Hogg, after thanking the various officers for their loyal co-opera-tion during the year, asked members to attend the Empire Day gathering, which this year would be held in the Navy League Hall. The Victoria League, Navy League, Royal Empire Society, Overseas League, and other Empire societies would be represented. She announced that the committee had undertaken the charge of the bookstall at the All Nations: Pair on" the second and third days of the Fair, and she appealed for gifts of books and for helpers. Mrs Hogg asked for support for the scheme to train New Zealand boys, preferably the song of soldiers, at Flock House. Fifty pounds a year, she explained, was needed to maintain a boy at Flock House for one year. The Government would give half that sum i£ private people or societies would provide the 'other £25. She aslced members to help in supporting one boy. Help for Flock House. On the motion of Mrs J. Mowbray Tripp, the following resolution was carried: This meeting pledges itself for Canterbury to pay for one boy at Flock House for one year. Before the meeting closed, a useful sum was promised in the room for the purpose. A vote of thanks to the chairman concluded the business of the meeting. Afternoon tea was then served on small

tables, prettily decorated, while the masses of hydrangeas, lilies, marigolds, and zinnias brightening the stage were much admired.

OBITUARY.

MISS S. HONEYFIELD. The death has occurred of Miss Sarah Honeyfield, a member of if wellknoiwn family of Taranaki pipneeri.' Miss Honeyfield was the daughter ot the iate James and Caroline Honeyfield. Her mother was a daughter ot Richard Barrett, the famous whaler of Moturoa, who, from 1828 to 1832, paved the way for tho settlement ot the district, and who acted as guide and adviser to Colonel Wakefield and Mr F. A. Carrington in the purchase of the New Plymouth Settlement by the New Zealand Company. The whaler's name is also retained in Wellington by a hotel of, many years' standing. Miss Honeyfield, who was born in 18G8, lived for many years on a property on the Barrett road, granted to her grandfather by the New Zealand Company. She was ot an extremely kindly disposition, and a wide circle of friends will regret her death. CARD PARTY. The Women of Sumner recently formed a committee to assist in the All Nations Fair, to bo held next month. In order to raise funds a very successful evening card party was held in the committee room of the Sumner Town Hall last, evening, when an enjoyable time was spent playing bridge and five hundred. The committee responsible for the very complete arrangements were: Mesdames W. H. Nicholson, H. le Page, G. Sutherland, A. H. Tutill, P. R. Climii, R. Stapley, Fountain-Barber, and T. F. Telford, and Misses E. Ie Page and E. Overton. - Those present included Mesdames W. H. Nicholson, H.-Ie Page, A. H. Tutill, P. 11. Climie, R. Stapley, Fountain-Bar-ber. T. B. Boulton, A. Graham, R. Dawe, C. iff. Hamilton, A. F. Brooke, Martin, j Murdoch, Toombs, H. L. Wiggins, D. Coleman, Tcppett, J. H., Newbery Les. Alexander, Greenslade. D. F. Oldridge, G, H. Woods, R. Lally, K. Brake, Cropp, S. Hall, Dawson, F. Truscott, Misses G. E. Wilson, M. Reese M. Truscotfc, McDonagh, E. Ellis, c! Andrews, Harris, Billcliff. O'Connel' Overton, E. le Page, Messrs Urquhart! Hall, D. Johns, R. Trusco\t, G. F. Allen, Morel, McCormick, E. le Page. Tables were also arranged by Mrs G. F. Allen and Mrs H. L. Wiggins. * COMING-OF-AGE PARTY. Mrs E. Holmes gave a nn evening partv iu Canberra Hall to celebrate the coming-of-age of her son . Geoffrey About 140 guests offered their conl gratulations. Dancing provided the evening's entertainment, the Monte Carlo waltz being won by Mrs M Per kins and Mrs Popple. The 'lucky snowball was won by Mr C. Deans The guest of honour was presented with a gold key tie pin by Mr W Popple (Burnlinm), on behalf of those present, and the usual toasts were honoured.

PLUNKET SOCIETY. ltttelton branch. At the monthly meeting of the Lyttelton branch of the Plunkct Society held in the Plunket Rooms, the following members were present: Mrs P». H Gilmour (in the chair), Mesdames Preston, Buchanan, Tylec, Lester, Mahar, Conner, Khind, Sutton, Wilson, Shephard, and Clirisp. A letter from the Central Council stated that the branch's contribution to the nurses' superannuation scheme was >£l3 3s 3d. The treasurer reported that a cheque covering the amount had been forwarded. It was announced that arrangements were well in hand for the annual May Day party. Nurse Twentyman's report for Lyttelton and Akaroa districts was as folloAvs:—Lyttelton: Visits to rooms, adults 109, babies 96, pre-school ehildreii 17, new cases 4; visits to homes, new cases 23, old cases 61, including Heathcote 18 (six new cases). Akaroa and Duvauchelle Bay: Visits to district 4; visits to rooms: Adults 30, babies 28, pre-school children 7, letters of advice 3, and telephone calls 11. ANNIVERSARY PARTY. A birthday social was held (o celebrate the seventh anniversary of the Styx branch of the Women's Christian Temperance Union. Greetings were brought; from the North Brighton branch by Mrs Kanies. Papanui branch by Mrs Cruize, and Belfast branch by Mrs McLean. A number of congratulatory letters were also received including one from Mr R. Hawke, M.P. An address on "Teniperaircc in all Things," was given by Mr Peters, who expressed a wish that the members would continue their good work. I Bongs and recitations were contributed by Miss Harris, Miss Black, Miss Craig, Mrs Marwick, Miss Robinson, and j Miss Wray. The birthday cake was cut j by Mrs Peters. BIRTHDAY PARTY. To celebrate the coming-of-age of their only daughter, Mr and Mrs W. Mintrom entertained their friends at a pleasant evening party at their home, in Hazeldean road. The hostess was assisted by Mrs D. O. Sewell, of iieldDancing and games were enjoyed and a golden key was presented to the guest of honour. Among those present were Missos E. "W ebb, C. Jones, K. M. Moyle, P. Busfield, It. BeJmer, N. Bull, G. and T. Wendleken, M. Trevor-Spiith, Mr G. J. Busfield, T. D. Upton, T. Burtt, A. Wendleken, J, Webb, W.'G. and C. J. Mintrom, and H. Giles. ""KITCHEN?? GIFT. SOCIAL. Mr and Airs B. Rhodes gave a kitchen social evening ,in honour of Miss Dot Clark, whoso marriage will shortly take place. Miss Clark received many useful articles. .Among those present were Mr. and Mrs B. Rhodes, Mr and Mrs C. Rhodes, Mrs J. Rhodes, Mr and Mrs Clark, Mr and Mrs Burrows, Mr and Mrs Brooks, Mr and Mrs C. H. Brown, Mr and Mrs W. R. Williams, Air and Mrs Heatly, Mr and Mrs Hicks, Mr and Mrs A. Garlick Mrs A. Bowden, Mrs M. Brimblecombe, Mrs Mcllroy Airs G ribbon, Mrs Churton, Mrs Macintosh. Mrs Robinson. Misses E. Rhodes. A. Rhodes, R. Rhodes, E. Page, R. Clark, P. Turnbull, Heotl.v (4), B. Linton, E. Edyvean, and Messrs Curncr, A. Brimbleeombc. W. Dunlop, H. Lorimer, W. Page, and V r Page. SOCIETY FOR PROTECTION OF WOMEN AND CHILDREN. At tho monthly meeting of the Christehu.'.eh Branch of the New Zca--land Society for the Protection - of Wonu>n and Children, the following members were present: Mesdames G. Biltchff, J. Blackaby, T. Tomlinson, Rev. C. Perry, Mr P. G. Grant (hon. treasurer), and the secretary. Miss Cardale. Before tlie minutes were read a motion of sympathy was passed with l'' raGr - It was announced that the Bev. C. A. Fraer had been for 12 years president of the Society. Mr C. R.N. Mackie was unanimously elected president until the annual meeting. The financal statements for the year were given by the treasurer, and the secretary reported 130 visits, 261 miscellaneous, and 415 callers attended to during the month. The secretary also reviewed the work of tlio National Council and the Women's Unemployment Committee, m i anr ! ounce d that the Town Clerk had given permission for the meeting to be held in the Council Chambers on Wednesday. April 20th, at 8 p.m. After the important cases were heard, the committee adjourned. ' TIMARU NEWS. SOCIAL AND PERSONAL. Miss Kathleen Kerr (Geraldine) is the guest of Mrs T Mackay (Wai-iti road). Mrs Harold Coxhead (Beverlev road) w the gufest of Mrs Coxhead (Christchurch). Mrs Orford ("The Downs," Geral--7A ne) • tlle guest of Miss Tripp (Orari Gorge). \ Miss Greta Paterson (Sefton street) has returned from a visit to Mrs A. C. Stephens (Dunedin^. J Miss Edith Reid (Dunedin) has re- I , i from - a visi t to Mrs M. Burdon | r hhurst. ** J. Miss Phyllis Pigott (Wai-iti road), who has been on a visit to Wellington • Ch^istch l-.is returned home, j Miss Phyllis Boyle (Christchurehl i s Jie guest of her brother. Commander u .- " ovJe (Hampton House Flats), after I Vl vr m! v the North Island. Mrs K. Robinson and Mr G. Robinson (England), and Miss Kathleen Robinson ("Oakwood"). have returned from a tour of the North Island. KeCent visitors at the Grosvenor Hotel include Sir Trubv King, Mr RJ. Fielding, Mr A. Anderson. Mr Collie- ? mith (all Wellington), Mr W. 5* Mr H.' T. Frances. Mr E. Jvotlowski. Mr and Mrs S. W. HicfcAf 0 . r 4 T a " (ail Cliristch'ircli), :' r 'V, A - Ferguson.Mr F. CredgingAr \v t " Averv (all Melbourne), mi, V ?j tchip and Mr J. Wallace L7\( » « (Auckland), I L Mr A, R, Moffitt (Inveroargill)* |

WEDDINGS

FISHER—SPEDDING. The wedding'was celebrated recently at the New Brighton Methodist Church, of Edna Lyall, eldest (laughter of Mr and Mrs J. E. Spedding, "ChellowDene," Lonsdale street, New Brighton, and Leonard, only son of Mr and Mrs W. Fisher, "Glenella," Grenfell, Nev. r South Wales, Australia. The Rev. S. Bailey performed the ceremony, and Mr George Siucock was the "organist. The church was prettily decorate J 1 with blue and pink hydrangeas by ■friends of the.bride, and a large floral bell was suspended above the bride and bridegroom. The bride, who was escorted by her father, wore a gown of ivory . satin, made with close-fitting bodice, and fullyflared skirt, widening at the back to form a train, which was finished with a true lover's knot. Her tulle veil, which formed a long train, was held in place by a lace cap arranged with clusters of orange blossoms at the sides, and she carried a shower bouquet of cream hothouse flowers and maidenhair fern. The bridesmaids were Miss Lula Spedding, Miss Lucy Sincock, and Miss Roma Spedding, who wore frocks of delphinium blue, cameo pink, and Nile green georgette respectively, made with close fitting, sleeveless bodices, and fully-flared ankle-length skirts. They wore coatees to match, made with flared basqMcs caught at the waist_ with diamante buckles, and three-quarter slevees finished with circular frills. Their soft felt hats were caught at the sides with large velvet bows, and each bridesmaid carried a bouquet to tone with her frock. The best man. was Mr John Taylor. •At the reception, held at the New Brighton Cafe, Mrs Spedding received the guests wearing a smart navy ensemble and hat of fine navy straw. Sim' carried a bouquet of autumn flowers. Mrs Hollowav (grandmother of the bride) wore ft frock of black crepe de chine, trimmed with fawn georgette, and black hat. Her posy was composed of red roses. Songs were sung by Mrs E. SmcocK. When Mr and Mrs Leonard Fisher left by car for the south, the bnde -was wearing a navy tailored costume, fox fur, and navy straw hat. Mr an«l. Mrs Fisher will make their home at Grenfell, New South Walfes. SCOTT—UPRITCHARD. On Wednesday afternoon, at St. Stephen's Church, Peel Forest, a marriage of great interest to the district j was celebrated by the Rev. J. F., Coursey, when Mr Eric Scott, second son of Mr and Mrs John Scott, "Oa.kleigli," Geraldine, was married to Miss Clara Upritehard, only daughter of Mr and Mrs S. Upritehard, "Drayton." Feel Forest. The bride, who was escorted by her father, wore an ivory crepe satin cut on princess lines, with long, tightfitting sleeves, cowl collar, and train cut in one with the skirt. She wore a beautifully embroidered veil, with pearl and orange blossom headdress, and she carried a sheaf of white lilies. She was attended by her cousin. Miss Janet Hamilton (Omihi) as brides maid. She. wore a frock of turquoiscblue satin. The four flower-girls —Loma and Gwen Upritehard, nieces of the bride, and Joy Sherratt and Audrey Scott, nieces of the bridegroom—.wore frocks of blue satin, made with short, tight bodices, puff sleeves, and a,nklo- - fully-flared skirts, trimmed with tiny frills. They carried bouquets of pale pink gladioli. Mr J. Scott, brother of the bridegroom, was best man. The church, which was crowded, was beautifully decorated by the bride's friends in shades of cream, pale blue, and pink. The reception was held in the Peel Forest Hall, which was decorated with ' orange flowers and a large wedding- , bell, which hung over the bridal table. Mrs S. Upritehard received her -guests wearing a handsome black georgette dress relieved with white, and coatee and hat to match. She carried a bouquet of red roses. : The bridegroom's mother wore a black georgette and lace coatee, and carried a bouquet of red carnations. The bride travelled later in a frock of brown satin beaute, with touches of beige georgette, and a brown felt, hat with feather mount. She carried a handsome marmot coat, the gift of the bridegroom.

TEMPERANCE UNION.

DOMINION CONVENTION. (PRISS ASSOCIATION -reWEGJUM.) WANGANUI, March 10. Th© Dominion Convention of the Women's Christian Temperance Union opened to-day. Tho president, Mrs T. E. Taylor, of Christchurch, deplored the postponement of the licensing poll, which she described as ail irreparable of opportunity and a tragic error in tactics. Tho Convention decided to write to the presidents of the W.C.T.U. in China and Japan expressing sympathy and eniiouragement ill their efforts'for peace. CHRISTCHURCH BRANCH. At the fortnightly meeting of the Christchurch Branch of the W.C.T.U, Miss Blackwell presided in the abseince of Miss Henderson, who is attending the Dominion Convention. It was decided to send greetings to the Dominion Convention. .Mrs Pedler announced that the Jubilee Home annual tea, given by members of the branch and friends, would be held on the Wednesday after Easter, and that contributions woula be gratefully received. Mrs Cooper reported gifts of clotning and material, and it was suggested that a sewing bee to make garments for the unemployed should be held. Following the reading of a letter from Mrs Cecil Wood asking that members should help with street collections in connexion with the All Nations Fair, it was decided that members should be asked to give groceries for the stalls at the Fair. Those .who wished v to hear Commander Higgins' wife speak, were requested to meet outside the Citadel early on Easter Saturday afternoon. Temperance Facts recorded that cocktails contain a strong solution.of alcohol, and other ingredients which are harmful to the individual, because they excite the cerebral central nervous system, and have been known to produce convulsions; thev also lead to a 1 craving for alcohol. It was also stated that the New Zealand Drmk Bill would pay the wages of all factory hands, and the total expenditure on education and that seven thousand children could o fed, clothed, and educated in England on half the amount spent yearly on alcohol. GUILD MEETING. f "~ There was a good attendance of members at the first meeting of the season of the Shirley-Richmond Guild. Mrs Kidd who was re-elected president, read the minutes and balance sheet, and Mr Paton expressed pleasure at the work done, and the assistance given bv members during the year. Mesdames Kidd, Tull, and weie especially thanked for their valuable assistance during the year. , Two new members were welcomed to the Guild. . „„„„„ Mrs Whitehead spoke of the urgent need for help at St. Peter s depot, j and it was decided that, membci.. should givo assistance. It was announced that a. remnant evening would be held on Thursday. March 17th. NATIONAL COUNCIL OF WOMEN. The monthly meeting ot the Christchurch Branch of the National Council of Women was held in the Chamber o. 1 ' Commerce Hall, where, in the absence of the president, Mrs W. G. Roberts, vice-president, presided, the following societies were represented: W.C.T.U., Social Hygiene, Mothers Union. Home Economies, Women s Club, Women Citizens, Society -for the Protection of Women and Children, G.F.S., Howard League, Methodist Deaconesses, Sunlight League, Women Teachers, and several associate members. . A motion of sympathy with Mrs C. A. Fraer in the death of her husband .was passed, members standing. Letters were read from Miss Gow, Salvation Army, All Nations Fair, and Canterbury Manufacturers' Association. ' , ~ , It was decided that the council be represented by the president .at the meeting of welcome to Mrs Higgijis, of the Salvation Army. Those willing to help at the All Nations Fair were asked to hand their names to Mr S. Jamieson before March Ifitlti

The following resolution from the Canterbury Manufacturers' Association was referred to the affiliated societies for support: That this meeting of the Canterbury Manufacturers' Association strongly protests against the Government's allocation of the wages tax in that unemployed women do not receive au adequate amount of the wages tax paid by women. It also protests against the non-inclusion af private domestics, and of those in receipt of incomes under £250 per annum. Miss Hnvelaar gave an interesting account of her impressions while in England. She gavo details of a oneday- conference of the.British National Council, held in London in October, and presided over by Lady Trustram Eve.

Miss Havelaar was much impressed by the friendliness and desire to giro service to the community. Shown by all classes and by the women of Too H., and; the Women's Institutes. Some interesting details of the work of the 8.8.C. were al«6 given. A vote of thanka was accorded ths speaker. The income tax collector for Grimsby West, England, recently received by post an envelope containing aeven i£.s noteaand a laconic message in a round schoolboy hand: "This is a contribution to the Budget account.'' There was no clue to the sender's "identity. "Most unusual," gasped the astonished collector when he recovered breath.