WOMEN'S CORNER

Press, Volume LXVIII, Issue 20496, 15 March 1932, Page 2

WOMEN'S CORNER

&• The Lady Editor will be pleased to receive for publication g ' i:;i- in the "Women's Corner" items of social or personal news. •£ S: Such items should be fully and engagement g: ?! notices must bear the signatures of both parties. Correspond- •!•! !•!• enee i« invited on any matters affecting, or of interest to, women. :j;

Mr and Mis H. G. Ward, "Newlands," Ohoka, accompanied by Mrs K. Jackson, left yesterday for a motor tour of tho West Coast. ' Miss Lillian Harper lias returned from Timaru. Miss Kathleen Holley, who has been the guest of Mrs A. Smith, Prebbleton, has returned to Christchureh. Miss Mary McLean returned from Auckland yesterday morning. LEARN TO KNIT. Write for "Woolcraft," the complete guide to knitting and crochet. Instructions for working over eighty garments for men, women, and children. Good sock patterns included. All stitches fully explained. All garments illustrated. Send fld in stamps to Patons and Baldwins, Ltd., Box 1441R, Wellington. —1 DYE HAIR THIS NEW WAY. Hair that is entirely grey, partly grey, or bleached is best recolourcd with Komol, which is the most reliable dye sold. Komol cannot wash off or stain pillows. It is simple and easy to apply. Permanently dyes hair in any one of 18 natural shades. E. Cameron Smith, Ltd., Regent Theatre Buildings, Christchureh. Sale, soothing, and a wonderful germicide, "PURITO," the nonpoisonous disinfectant, is ideal lor women's personal hygiene. In addition, its sterilising properties make in invaluable for general household use. As a mouth-wash, it is unequalled. It utterlv destroys bacteria and removes all unpleasant odours. No home should be without a bottle of "PURITO," which is obtainable .at all Chemists and Stores. 2s Gd per IG-oz. bottle. —4 COMING OF-AGE PARTIES. Ari enjoyable part.v was held recently in the Stanley Street Hall to celebrate the coming-of-age of Miss Elsie Freeman Williams, who was presented by Mr Joe Sweeney, the oldest friend of the family, with a golden key on which the guests inscribed their names. , Musical items and dancing formed the evening's entertainment. Competitions were won by Miss Julna Smith, and Messrs Stan King and Sid Pauling. The Monte Carlo vras won by Claris Forward and partner. Music for the dancing was supplied by Mrs Moultree and Mr Keith Reynisli. Among tnose present were Mis Williams, Mr and Mrs Petersen (Sumner), Mrs Wilkinson Mr and Mrs JSweenev, Mr and Mrs W. Erridge, Mrs H. Seibein, Mr and Mrs S. Pauling, Mr and Mrs T. Pauling, Mr and Mrs Id. Pauling, Mrs C. Graske, Mr and Mrs R. Scott, Mrs G. Smith. Mr and Mrs J. Bower. Mr and Mr.? B. Forrester (Kaikoura), Mr and Mrs Moultree, Mrs C. Walsh (Lyttelton), Misses Olwen Williams, Emily Wilkinson, Ins | "Wilkinson, Edna Smith, Betty Falgar, Claris Forward, Melva Cater, Valerie "Cater, E. Moultree, Irene Graske, Ngita Cant (Kaikoura), Messrs Ben Sullivan, Keith Reynish (Pigeon Bay), Stan Er ridge, Ha'rrv Rouse. Stan King, Bill Burr ell. Reg. Capes A. Jones, Albert Smith, Percy Safunders, Cyril McGuire. Jock Kennedy (Jvaikoura). Jack Powell, Noel Pauling, Eric Dry. Masters Owen Forrester, and David Scott. To. celebrate the coming-of-age of their only son, Ron, Major and Mrs J W. Crampton entertained a number of friends, recently, at their residence in St.. Martins. Dancing and games were enjoyea, and competitions were won by Miss i>. Langridge, Mr J. Langridgc, and Mr C. Powley. Af . Musical items were given by Miss Lilv Kinsella, and Mr C. B; Hall. the customary eold key was presented by Mrs J. W. Crampton. Those present included Major ana Mrs J. W. Crampton, Missejs Majorie Painter, Mary Morrison Margaret Sinclair, Alma Crampton. Phyllis Comber. Bona Pine. Tlielma Crampton, Orma Fretwell. Esme Lane, Bess Langridgc Hazel Ritchie. Dorothy Newman (Waikari). Kathleen Reddragton Lily Kinsella. Mavis Kinsella Dorothy Hig- j gins. Messrs H. Hitchcock. G. W alkei, J. Sarent, T. Penny, A. K SluceA. McAlister, VV. Sheppercl R, Ritchie, R. Crampton, J. Langridge R. f ow " Ipv, C. Powley. D. Lane. W. Colhnes, W. Reed. C. Hall. E. Hyde, and H. - Martin. HORNBY FOOD FAIR. A successful food fair was held recently in the Orange Hall, Hornby, in aid of the ' Hornby-Templeton subbranch of the Plunket Society. Good business was done at the stalls, which were ■ in charge of Mesdames Bryce and Freeman (produce); Mesdames Manson and Huffadine (cake); Mesdames Palmer, Hepburn, and Richardson (variety). Mesdames Barnes, Rowe, and Darrocli were in charge of the Tcmpleton stall, and ice-cream was sold by Miss Hepburn and Mr Lelly, while Mrs Smalley and the Misses Smalley and Woodham supervised the bran tub. The tea-rooms were in charge of Mesdames Thomson, Wastney, and Hayles. Mrs J. Bryce and Mrs Richards (Christchureh) were judges of the children's fancy dress parade held in the afternoon, when prize-winners were as follows: ' ' Best fancy costume (boy): Ojrii Hamilton (Indian); best fancy dross (girl): Nola Garrett (Chinese Girl); best paper dress (boy): Adrian Mac, kenzie (Father Christmas); best paper dress (girl): Loreen Hendry (Caramels); most original costume (boy): Raymond Richards (Old Lady); ' most original costume (girl): Gladys Mackenzie (Sprintet). DANCE AT PREBBLETON. There was an exceptionally large attendance at the Prebbleton Hall, recently, for-the dance held, under tho auspices of'the local Women's Basketball Club, in the interest of their club funds. The music was supplied by Stamler's dance band. Extras were played by Miss Joyce Kolkman. Mr Jas. Spiitli was M.C. Competitions were won by Mrs J. Easterbrook, Mrs VV. Kolkman, Mr A. Case, and Mr C» Hands. HOW CAN YOU WORK IF \OU GET NO SLEEP ? You cannot work properly if you lie awake at nights. Sleeplessness saps vour vitality. Unless you end it you will hare a break down. Take WINCARNIS once or.twice a day. and ahvavs before you go to bed. WINCARNIS puts an end to insomnia. | You will sleep better the very first night. WINCARNIS brings to you new strength and. vitality. 4

DIAMOND WEDDING

MR AND MRS JOHN BROWN. CELEBRATION YESTERDAY. Having lived in and aiound Christchurch since the sixties, Mr and Mrs John Brown. of 80 Tennyson street. Beckenham, celebrated their diamond wedding yesterday, and each can remember and recount clearly the early history of the province when Christchurch was a mere collection of houses in a barren waste. Mr Brown, who is now more than 86, came to Canterbury in 1863, when he was 17 years of age. The ship was the Captain Cook, which left the East India Docks on May Gth, and arrived at Lyttelton in the first week in September. Twenty-nine of the immigrants on board —500 there were—died on the voyage. Mrs Brown, whose maiden name was Johanna Gibbs. arrived in Lyttol:ton in September, 1868, on the old man-o'-war Light Brigade. It carried 600 immigrant?. Three persons died on the voyage. Tlie Tidal Wave. Mrs Brown, although now 83 ■ years of age, recalls vividly the great tidal wave which visited Lyttelton in September, 1868. The ship in which she was coming out was three days off Lyttelton when it was enveloped by the wave, and had a remarkable escape. Mrs Brown said that it appeared like a gigantic wall of water. It seemed as though the ship was going to be taken to the bottom of the sea. One mast was swept away, the bulwarks went, all the crockery was broken, two or throe life-boats were carried away, and all manner of things were upset or broken beyond repair. That same tidal wave was that which left Lyttelton Harbour high and dry until the following tide refilled it. Harrowing Privation. Mr Brown also has some stories to tell of the privations he and his shipmates endured on the Captain Cook. Tho drinking water turned bad and 29 inen died from its effects. The passengers and crew suffered to such an extent, despite the use oi: a condenser, that they had to go into quarantine upo'i arrival at Lyttelton. Mr Brown himself took a month to recover. Ho established himself as a carrier and contractor soon after arrival and had a great deal to do ir. that line of ■ business. Lyttelton carting t6 the Plains was done over the bridle path to Ferrymead and wool was taken over the samo route to Lyttelton. In his business Mr Brown was concerned in the carrying of sulphur to thehuge sheep runs during the serious outbreak of scab in the early days of sheep farming, and in the carrying of men and supplies to. the West Coast diggings, via Ilurunui. lie tells some really exciting stories of the pioneering days when, as modern films and novels have it, "men were men." Australians' Reputations. The Australians who came to the diggings following the gold strikes were always certain tn provide excitement in plenty, he said.. Once Mr Brown was taking a number of them to the Coast when they were asked to pay a levy per head as toll at White's bridge. The bridge-keeper was given the option of opening the gate or going into the river under somewhat abnormal circumstances and he chose tho easier way out. The Australians were free with fire arms and it was common to see pistols on tho card tables' and to see disputes settled with them. Period With City Firm. After some years spent in carrying goods Mr Brown gave up his business to settle down in the City. He joined th 6 firm of Morrison, Schlanders, Fletcher and Co., a drapery warehouse which was situated in Hereford street near the site of the pommercial Bank to-day. Ho was with that firm for 27 years. Mr Brown has enjoyed splendid health all his life, not having been in hospital since he was discharged from quarantine in ■ Lyttelton when he arrived as an immigrant lad of 17. Mrs Brown has just made a good recovery from serious heart trouble. Of their married life Mr and Mrs, Brown have the happiest recollections. WOMEN'S DIVISION. FERNSIDE SPRINGBANK BRANCH. At the home of Mrs F. J. Dawson, "Lowland Lees," Fernside, there was an attendance of forty members and friends of the Fernside-Springbank Branch of the Women's Division, presided over by Mrs A. M. Carpenter. A sum of money was voted to the community chest, and arrangefnents were made for the annual meeting to be held on April 14th. Reports on the meetings of the Bush Nurses and Housekeeper Auxiliary at Hamilton and the Dominion Executive at Auckland were read^ Mrs McKenzie gave an interesting demonstration on dressmaking, and it was decided that, at the May meeting a competition should be held for the best dress, made by the members, at a cost of 5s or less. . Votes of thanks were accorded to Mrs McKenzie and Mesdames F. J. Dawson, 11. A. Bennett, A. H. Scott, W. Hutchison, and Guy—the hostesses for the afternoon. Two new members joined and a presentation of a Women's Division cookery book was made to Miss Kathleen Mcintosh, who is severing her connexion -with the Branch on the occasion of her marriage. WOMEN'S UNEMPLOYMENT COMMITTEE. The Women's Unemployment Committee acknowledges with thanks the following gifts?. Fruit —Mrs Kerr, M. I'olhill, Miss Bishop, Sir Heaton Rhodes, and Miss Buddie. Clothing—Mrs V. Waring, Miss Sherwood, and 75 Barbour street. Sugar—Anonymous, Mrs Buchanan, Mrs Watson, Mrs C. P. Kay, and Mrs S. Matson.: Vegetables—Mr Walton, Mrs .Clarke, Mrs Robinson, and Miss Buddie. Flour —Fleming and Co.

WOMEN'S INSTITUTES. LYNTON-CHARWELL FORKS BRANCH. The first annual meeting of the Lyn-ton-Charwell Forks Branch of the Women's Institute was held in the Charwell school with the president, Mrs Scales, in the chair. The following officers for the year were elected: —President, Mrs Scales (re-elected); secretary, Mrs Barker (reelected); vice-president, Mrs Bortliwick; treasurer, Mrs Koberton, and Mrs Weavers and Mrs Roberton were placed in charge of the sales table. It was decided to postpone the election of the committee until the next meeting. Prizes for the year's competitions were presented by Mrs Scales to Mrs Roberton 1, and Mrs Powell and Mrs Heard 2 (equal). Hostesses were Mesdames Roberton and McKenzie and the Misses Roberton. It was announced that the next meeting will be held in the Lynton school. HAMPSTEAD BRANCH. The first annual meeting of the Hampstead Women's Institute was held on Thursday afternoon, when the president, Mrs B. Coward, presided. There were 35 ladies present. Five new members were enrolled. The president gave a brief review of the work of the year, also of the aims and objects of the Institute. The annual report and financial statement were presented and adopted. The election of officers resulted in three new members being elected to the committee, viz., Mesdames F. Smith, J. McCrea, and H. J. Constable. There being no new nominations, tho following officers were re-elected: —President, Mrs B. Coward; vice-president, Mrs F. 11. Knight; secretary, Mrs W. J. Miller; treasurer, Miss O. Tinker. The programme for 1932 was submitted for approval. It was also decided to alter the day of meeting from the first Thursday in the month to the third Thursday. In reply to a request from the Winter Show Cowiittee, it was decided to support- any sections in the show which were of interest to the Institute. It was decided to support the Memorial Hall Committee in its effort to raise funds to renovate the hall. A competition in the making of gloves wa3 won by Mrs Miller, with Mrs Flatman second. The hostesses were Mesdames M. Baker, W. Kerr, and W, J. Miller. LAURISTON BRANCH. The recently - formed Lauriston branch of the Women's Institute held a successful "Harvest Home'' ball in the Soldiers' Memorial Hall recently. Visitors were present from Christcliurch, Aslibui'ton. Methven, Rakaia, and surrounding districts, and representatives of county branches of the Institute were also present. Mrs H. J. Crothers. president of the Lauriston branch, welcomed members and guests, and briefly explained the functions of the Institute. Singing of the Institute song followed. Messrs R. Maidens and Forrest Letham were the M.C.'s. The music was supplied by Maedonald and Mitchell's Band, and extras were played bv Miss Caskie and Mr Mitchell. Mrs- Craig and Mr Keiley won the lucky spot competition, and the Monte Carlo waltz was won by Miss Joyce Hay ward and Mr Hnywaid. STUDHOLME BRANCH. The monthly meeting of the Studholme branch of the Women's Institute took the form of a garden party at the home of the president, Mrs K. Kippenbergcr. Mrs F. Rollenson was the winner of both of the competitions held. Tho roll-call was "What I consider the Most Useful Thing in the House." An interesting wool-work demonstration was given By Mrs Henshaw. Votes of thanks were accorded Mtb Kippenberger and Mrs F. Rollenson, by Mesdames Cox and G. Murray, on behalf of Institute members. MORVEN BRANCH. Mrs J. Foley presided at the monthly meeting of the Morven branch- of the Women's Institute. Nominations for officers were received, and it was announced that the election would take place at the next meeting. A demonstration of picture-making with chocolate papers, and picture framing with passe par taut tape was given by Miss Meredith. Musical items were given by Misses Smillie and Bailey. Tho competition was won by Miss Meredith, with Miss Johnson second. Hostesses were Mesdames Bailey and Morrison, and Misses Bailey, Backie, and Murphy. . IKAWAI BRANCH. There was a large attendance at the monthly meeting of tho lkawai branch of tho Women's Institute, when suggestions for the year'B programme and hints for "Home and Country" were received from members. A vote of sympathy was passed to Mrs Windleburn, whose husband recently met with an accident. The roll-call was "My Favourite Fruit and Why," and the competition. "A Vegetable Story," was won by Mrs Appleton, and Mrs Turnbull. Mrs Balfour and Miss Gunn gave a play reading, and winter decorations made from trees grown in the North Island were displayed by Mrs Hamilton. Hostesses were Mesdames J. Mcßac, A. McNeill, and J. McNeill. GAPES VALLEY. At the second annual meeting of the Gapes Valley branch of the Women's Institute, the president (Mr 3 Roberts) occupied the chair. Tho annual report showed that the competitions had been varied and numerous, and many demonstrations, talks, and play-readings,' and a debate, had been held. Early in the year a concert had been held and £5 6s 6d had been contributed to the Earthquake Relief Fund. In October an egg drive had resulted in a collection of 35 dozen eggs for. the orphanages. _ An offer of a trophy to tho Gapes Vallev Miniature Rifle Club had been accepted with thauks. Following the reading and adoption j of the report and balance-sheet., the preI sident thanked all those-who had assist-

Ed with the Institute work during the year. A vote of thanks was also extended to the Press and Mesdames Wade and Broad for acting as tellers, and Miss Clark for auditing the accounts. Mrs Roberts and Mrs Hibbs were appointed delegates to the annual meeting of the Canterbury Federation. Prizes for'the competitions held dur : ing the year were presented by Mrs W. Patrick to Mesdames Roberts, Iter, Lo Licvrc, Mackenzie, MaseheldAsh by, Hayward, Reid, E. Patrick, Hibbs, and the Misses Clements, Le Lievre, *L. Maxwell, N. Maxwell, Tindall, Macdonald, Walker, and Dean. The prizes for the greatest number of points gained during the year were won by Miss D. Tindall and Mrs Le Lievre in the '' married women'' section. The committeo presented a moneybox td Master John Looney who had been the best behaved child at the meetings. A vote of thanks was passed to the president, Mrs Roberts, who was presented with a bouquet of marigolds (the Institute's floral emblem). A bouquet was also presented to Mrs Barker, the retiring vice-president, one of the Institute's most active members. Tho following officers were elected:— President, Mrs Roberts; vice-presidents, Mcsdaihes Reid; committee, "Mesdames Hall, Ashby, Masefield, Haywood, Mackenzie, and Ilibbs, and Misses Tindall, Roberts, and R. Reid. Following the resignation of Mrs Reid, Miss Nancy Dean (assisted by Mrs Hall) was appointed to take charge of the sales table. Hostesses were the committee and Mrs Fred Patrick. TENNIS CLUB PRESENTATION. There was a large attendance of members and friends at the Broadfield TOnnis Club courts recently, wheil Miss Winnie Early, a member of the club, was presented with a case of teaspoons as a wedding gift. Mr F. Phillips, club captain, making tho presentation, said that it was the first function of its kind that the club had held, and wished the guest, of honour prosperity. Mr M. Butcher, on behalf of Miss Early, replied suitably. Those present were Mesdames Co Early, J. Southern, H. Butcher, E. Guilford, and 11. L. Bennett (Christchurch), Misses W. Early, G, Larcombe, M. Cuneen, D. Hern, E. Boyle,, B. Carpenter, E. East (Cobden, West Coast). D. Guilford, E. Larcomibe, A.. Babbage, M. Wallace, G. Hinton, G. Wallace, M. Butcher, M. Guilford, N. Butcher, and Patricia Bennett, the Rev. J. Southern, Messrs M. Butcher, F. Phillips, F. Tutton, T. Smith, E. Guilford, and R. Carpenter. HOME ECONOMICS ASSOCIATION: The annual meeting and election of officers of the Home Economics Association will be held in the Y.M.C.A, building on Friday, March 18th, at 7.30 p.m. Musical items will be given, and small contributions wilt be received to buy material for a stall at the All Nations Fair, in aid of the Mayor's Relief of Distress Fund. Nominations for officers will be received by the secretary. VISITORS TO CHRISTCHURCH. Hotel Federal —Mr and Mrs L. Brooks (Wellington), Mr Chas. Begg (Dunedin), Mr. J. R. Bruce (Tirnaru), Mr li. E. Crawford (Dunedin). Royal Hotel: Mr and Mrs A. C. Lower? (Auckland) and Mrs J. Henderson (Dunedin). United Service Hotel: Mrs William Collins (Queensland), Mrs AV. Macandrew (Dunedir). Stouehurst Private Hotel. Latimer square: Mr and Mrs S. Hardley (Epsom, Auckland), Mr A. J: Don (Auckland), Mr and Mrs T. B. Dixon (Greymouth), Mr F. Joull (Waipawa), Miss Irene Norton (Blenheim), Mr, Mrs, and Miss Flatman (Geraldine), Mr and Mrs W. Watson (Dunedin), Mrs Mack (Dunedin), Dr. and Mrs McTasgart (Wellington), Mrs Parsons and Miss M. Humphreys , (Bristol, England), Mr and Mrs Raymond (Timaru), Mr •Raymond, jun. (Timaru), Mr Donohue (Melbourne), Mr Nesbitt (Dunedin).

DANCE AT REDCLIFFS. The Sumner-Redcliffs Rowing Club held a successful dance in the Redcliffs Community Hall on Saturday evening. The 'music was, supplied by .Teddy Jones's Dance Band. The prize for the -lucky-spot dance wa? won by Miss G. Carter and A. Sutherland. Among those present' were J&sses* L. Ellis, A. Wing, G. Carter, D. 01iv6r,;M.. ,'Truscott, G. Hulbert, A. Comerford, D. Ellis, Z. King, N, Blackwell, S. Lamb, A. Ros well, Ni Ellis, and "Mesdames O. • Johnstone and W. Kilner, Messrs J. Coleman, J. P. Gasson, ,W. Kilner, JR. C. Neville, C. Sutherland, P. Arnold, A.i Mitchell,, A.'Sutherland,''O. Johnstone, A. Crofton, F. Ellis, J, Nevin, L. King, M. Willis, M. Hullett, R. Thompson, J. Gant, -R. Beveridge, E. Smythe, L. ; -Berkley, G. Harper, and N. Fox. ; • ' TIMARU NEWS. SOCIAL AND PERSONAL. Mrs R. Gillies (Waiau) arrived yesterday to be the guest of Mrs W. H. 'Hargreavea (Kakahu)VMiss Nancy Howell ('-Silver Bir•:ches," fiophia" street) is staying ty'ithMrs E. lnman (€&ttle Valley). • Miss Jean "' Mcßae ■j( Waikari) "-returned north-, on Sunday after a visit" to Airs E. J. LeCreti (Maori Hill). Miss Nancy Henshaw (North Canterbury) has returned home after .a visit to Mrs Gerald Murray (Glenmore). Miss Mary Hogg (Christchurch), who: is-the guest of Miss Tripp (Orari Gorge), will leave for the north tomorrow. . v Mrs Howard Tripp (Wai-iti* road) will leave to-day to spend a few days; with Mr Charles Tripp ("Nithdale,"Southland). \ Mrs Arthur Nicholls (Kureheka), 1 who was the guest of her mothec, Mrs. W. H. Hargreaves (Kakahd) left yesterday for Christchurch. Miss Dorothy \\'alton (Park lane), vvlio has been staying with Madame Winnie* Eraser ' (Christchurch), returned home on Sunday, accompanied' by Miss Joan Fraser. Mrs G. Murray and Miss 1 Betty. Murray C'Braemar") returned to the Mackenzie Country 6n Sunday, after a visit to Mrs F. I. Washbourn ("Wichenford," Grant's road). VISITORS TO HOLIDAY RESORTS. "The Lodge," Hannier Springs: Mr H. Graham (Christcliurch), Mr A. Graham (Christcliurch), Mrs Graham (Christcliurch), Miss_ Morton (Christcliurch), Miss Johnson (Christchurch), Miss'l. M. Ponder (Christchurch), Mr King- (Christcliurcli). Mr Beuroclburg (Christchurclv), Mr Campbell, Mr Ballantyne (Christchurch), Mrs Coulson (Wellir.gton), Mr A. R. Ponder (Christchurch), Mr _H. C. Ridley (Christchurch), Miss T. i Davis (Christchurch); Miss M. Davis (Christ-"! church (, Mr- L. Da vis "-(Christ church), Mr and Mrs Mowbray Tripp (Silverton), Mr A. E. 8 (Christchurch), Caplfein H. Monro (Christchurch). Mrs H. Monro (Christ- ■ Church), "Mrs E. Monro (Christchurch), MasMonro (Christchurch). Mr and Mrs Milne Shand' (Christchurch), Mr and Mrs .T. Montgomery (Christchurch), Mrs Rich , , s t church) , Mr A. Archenhold (Christcliurch), Mr E, Middleton (Christchurch), Miss A. Hewlett (Christchurch), Mr A. G. -Holmes. (Rakaia), Miss Holmes (Cliristchurch), Miss Holmes (Christchurch), Mr and Wrs L. R Ower CChristcliurch),- Mr and Mrs I'lias.vAshby (Kaiapoi), Mr Johnson (Christ--' church),, Mr Hamilton (Christchurch). MissJohnson (Christchurch), Mr Wass (Christchurch)' rs - Stacey (Christ-