News For Women

Press, Volume LXXI, Issue 21417, 8 March 1935, Page 2

News For Women

CURRENT NOTES

Mrs R. Horsley Jebb and Miss G. A. Knight (Cambridge terrace) and Mrs Frank Knight (Winchester street) have left for a visit to Hanmer Springs. Mrs Reg Barnett (Timaru) is visiting Mrs W. A. W. Gudgeon, St. Andrew's square. Mr and Mrs McAra (Tauranga) are visiting Christchurch and are staying at "Kenilvvorth." Mr and Mrs T. P. Sewell (School road. St. Albans) will leave on Thursday by the Wanganella for Australia, where they will visit their daughter, Mrs Parkinson (Dubbo, N.S.W.). They will leave Sydney again on April 5 by the Wanganella. Sister A. L. Longman, A.R.R.C., and her sister, Mrs C. A. Maples (Melbourne), who are on a visit to relatives in the South and North Islands, arrived from Timaru yesterday, and are staying with their sister, Mrs R. Densem, Winchester street, St. Albans. The Misses A. and S. Cable (Dunedin) were visitors to Christchurch for the Cable-Lythgoe wedding. Mr and Mrs Matthew Cable (Hataitai, Wellington), who came to Christchurch to be present at the wedding of their son, Dr. J. V. Cable, to Miss Patricia Lythgoe, will return to their home this week. Mrs Bingham Puddy will leave next week for a visit to England. Mrs F. G. Bristed and family (Rossall street) are spending a few weeks at Clifton. Sumner. Mr and Mrs Bent and their small daughter will arrive in Christchurch from Egypt on Wednesday to visit Mrs Bent's parents, Mr and Mrs E. G. Hogg, Cashmere Hills. Mrs H. Wales (Cashmere Hills) will leave at the end of the week for a visit to Dunedin. Mrs Maurice Macfarlane (Waikari) and Miss Nancy Gibson (Fendalton) are making a three weeks' tour of the North Island. Miss Robertson (Victoria), who has been visiting Mrs T. F. M. Gibson, Fendalton, has left on her return journey to Australia. Miss Nance Blunden (Waikan), who has been visiting Mrs G. Leslie Rutherford at Sumner, has returned home. Colonel and Mrs G. J. Smith ("Riverlaw," St. Martins) will leave New Zealand by the Aorangi on April 2 en route for London via Vancouver. Colonel Smith is making the trip on business and he and Mrs Smith expect to be away from Christchurch for six or seven months. Mr and Mrs Breeds (Tauranga. formerly of Sumner) will leave next week by the Tamaroa for a trip to Eritain. Miss Elisabeth Tipping (St. Martins), who left for England eight months ago to continue her musical studies in London, has returned to Christchurch, accompanied by her father, who went to Auckland to meet her. Mr and Mrs J. S. Blank (Yaldhurst), whose marriage was celebrated recently, were presented with gifts by the parishioners of the Yaldhurst Anglican Church in appreciation of their services. Mrs Blank (nee Sylvia Curtis) being a Sunday school teacher, and Mr Blank, a warden of the church for eight years. The Rev. H. T. York made the presentations at the conclusion of the service last Sunday afternoon. Mr and Mrs Blank will make their future home at Templeton. In the grounds of the Church of St. Teresa, picturesquely situated beside Deans Bush at Riccarton, a monster garden party will be held to-morrow afternoon and will be continued in the evening, when the grounds will be specially illuminated for the occasion. The women of the parish have, for some months, been working enthusiastically for the party and in consequence the many stalls will be well stocked with reasonably priced goods. Entertaining side-shows have been arranged and a special feature will be a programme of sports for children. TOILET HINTS. Taveners (Vincents) double-strength hair restorer (guaranteed not a dye) restores white, grey, and faded streaky hair to natural colour. Certain dandruff remedy, 2/6, posted 3/6, from Toilet Salons, and Tavener, Chemist, 183 High street. Christchurch. —3 DO YOU BLISTER? Painful sunburn blisters are soothed immediately and healed in a short time by using the new I.P.L. EMOLLIENT. Applied before exposure. T.t'.L. EMOLLIENT actually filters out the harmful ultra-violet portion of the sun's rays, and prevents burning. Obtainable.' Chemists, Drapers, and Stores. 1/6 Send for free sample to W. H. Simms and Sons, Ltd., Christchurch. —2 Foot Specialist.—Miss B. Wilson, N.Z. Trained Nurse, Late British Institute of Chiropody, London, 699 Colombo street (near Hereford street). 'Phone 41-644 for appointments. —6

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Miss A. Porter, an English visitor, who is travelling from London by the Rangitane, due in Wellington on Thursday, will come to Christchurch on her arrival, and will be the guest of Mr and Mrs C. S. Thomas, Innes road. Mr F. A. Hawley, of London, who is arriving by the same vessel, will also visit Mr and Mrs Thomas. Mrs Guy McLeod, of Kuala Lumpur, Malay States, arrived in Auckland by the Wanganella to spend a holiday with Mrs McLeod's parents, Professor and Mrs Maxwell Walker. Surrogate Judge James A. Foley signed an order permitting the expenditure of £9600 for the care, maintenance, and education in 1935 of Gloria Vanderbilt, the 10-year-old heiress of £BOO,OOO from her late father. The money is to be derived from the income of the child's estate. The sum of £IBOO represents personal, expenses for Mrs Vanderbilt. Mrs Morgan, Mrs Vanderbilt's mother, receives £6OO, and £3OO is allotted for medical expenses. "The length of service of a female worker is only 10 years on the average," said Mr A. J. Shackell at a meeting of the Auckland Manufacturers' Association. Commenting on the scarcity of female operatives in the clothing manufacturing trade, Mr Shackell said that of 40 girls employed by a city firm in 1925, only two were still engaged at the work. At the monthly meeting of the Christchurch branch of the National Council of Women held last night, Miss M. Trent (president) said that it was with deep regret members had to say good-bye to Miss M. E. Sim, M.A., who had represented the Federation of University Women on the council, and who was leaving for the North Island. Miss Sim suitably responded, and said she would always have pleasant memories of the meetings. Miss Sim will leave to-morrow for Gisborne. Miss Jean Begg, general secretary of the Young Women's Christian Association for India, Burma and Ceylon, who is spending part of a year's furlough in New Zealand, is staying with Mrs J. Lorimer, Edgeware road. Miss Begg will leave Christchurch next week to visit her home in Dunedin. The engagement is announced of Marjorie, only daughter of Mr and Mrs Harold Studholme, Lower Riccarton, to Donald William, elder son of Mr and Mrs W. H. Meyers. Innes road, St. Albans. Many friends in Canterbury will be pleased to learn that Miss Stella Purchas, who is now in China, is 1 very much improved in health, and in letters just received by relatives in Christchurch, she mentioned that she expected to take up teaching again on February Hi.

FAREWELL PALMY Friends gathered at the home of Mrs W. H. Eaton <Sockbum) to say good-bye to Miss Ethel Tritt before her departure for Australia. The time passed pleasantly with games and dancing. Those present were Miss Ethel Tritt, Mr and Mrs W. H. Eaton, Mr and Mrs A. Newman, Mr and Mrs W. Kidston, Mr and Mrs C. Carter, Mrs R. Schultz, Misses Molly and Joan Park, Doris, Winnie, and Theda Carter, Doris Timms, M. Forbes, Mary Schultz, and Noeiinc Eaton, Messrs J. Eaton, K. Mutimer, D. Ward (Dunedin), and A. Fantham. OYSTERS ARE FN OYSTER FINGERS: £lb FetherP'lake rolled to £in thickness. Cut in small strips and bake. When cooked split and fill with following mixture: loz flour, loz butter, A-pint milk, Ateaspoon lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Make sauce with above ingredients. Beard li doz. oysters, chop, and add to sauce. (Do no boil.) Suitable also Cor Oyster Patties. OYSTER SAVOURY: ',lb FctherFlake rolled out thinly. Cheese sprinkled over and roiled out again ',in thick. Cut in small rounds and bake. Put teaspoon of whipped cream on each. Place oyster on top. Garnish With red pepper. Fether-Flake is, of course, perfect puff pastry, ready to bake. 8d per lb at all Ernest Adams, Ltd., Cake Shops. —1 VISITORS TO HOLIDAY RESORTS Godley House, Diamond Harbour: Mr and Mrs M. P. Whatman, Mr and Mrs C. Bins*, Mrs Freeman-Greene, Miss Carle Giles, and Mr and Mrs Schwartz (Cliri.stehurch). I

AFTERNOON RECEP TION

MRS KEITH GARRICK'S GUESTS Mrs Keith Garrick (Murray place) will leave Christchurch on Thursday for Wellington, to join the Rangitiki for a trip to Britain. Yesterday, with characteristic generosity, she entertained many of her friends at a very enjoyable farewell reception, held at Ballantyne's tea rooms, where decorations, novel and distinctive, were greatly admired. Over each table, gay with vases of asters, roses, or tiny zinnias, fluttered replicas of the New Zealand flag, with "s.s. Rangitiki" printed on each, and beside each guest's plate lay a name-card decorated with a ship, a miniature flag, and a gilt of a dainty handkerchief, charming mementos of the pleasant gathering. Much interest centred round a handsome cake, made in the form of the Rangitiki, complete with funnels and masts of almond icing, and set on a calm blue sea of icing. Mrs Garrick wore an ensemble of black tourraine, the frock being lightened with collar and jabot of ivory faggotted georgette. On her coat shewore a spray of deep red flowers to match her wide red panamalae hat, trimmed with red velvet and finished with an ivory ornament. Miss Mynette Watson, who will accompany Mrs Garrick to England, wore a navy wool crepe frock with collar and tie of white crepe de chine outlined- with red, and a navy hat with slightly upturned brim, trimmed with a chromium buckle. After tea had been served, Mrs Leonard Wilson, on behalf of the guests, thanked Mrs Garrick for her kindly hospitality. She wished her an enjoyable trip and assured her that a warm welcome would await heron her return to Christchurch. Those present were: Mrs W. T. Watson, Mrs G. D. Fisher, Mrs R. E. McDougail, Mrs M. S. Brown, MrsLangford Symes, Mrs Harry Macdonald, Mrs W. Cuningham, Mrs W. E. Whitcombe, Mrs Frank Clarke, Mrs E. W. Johnston. Mrs H. Henderson, Mrs E. R. Webb, Miss Meredith-Kaye, Miss E. Webb, Mrs Peter Davidson, Mrs A. Parson, Mrs Charles Matson, Miss Phyllis Brown, Mrs Bernard Hale, Mrs H. T. Rosendale, Miss Winnie Rosendale, Miss Lily Wilson, Miss Ethel Wilson, Mrs Fulton, Mrs C. S. Thomas, Mrs Fergus Paterson, Mrs Tonks, Mrs VV. Diamond, Mrs P. B. Hume, Misses Newman (2), Mrs W. J. LeCren, Mrs William Webb. Mrs F. A. Nixon, Miss Alice Newton, Mrs Norman Talbot, Mrs J. D. Fairhurst, Mrs Steffano Webb, Mrs David Matson, Miss Enid Matson, Miss Way, Mrs J. E. Donald, Mrs C. J. Ward, Mrs J. S. Hawkes, Mrs W. S. Bean, Mrs Charles Wood, Mrs F. G. Bristed, Miss A. Matson. | Mrs Leonard Wilson, Mrs Quirker Thompson, Miss D. Hale. Miss M. Thomas, Mrs Keith Matson, Mrs Ivan Seay, Mrs Robin Stackwood. Mrs L. W. Matson, Mrs Manifold Watson', Miss McClatchio, Mrs Frank Knight. Mrs Graham Jamieson, Mrs J. T. M. Fisher, Miss Betty Webb, and Miss Margaret i Talbot.

COLFERS MEET PARTY AT AVONDALE The club house at the Avondale golf links has lately been painted and refurnished, and to help the furnishing fund a bridge party was arranged and held last night at the club house, decorated for the occasion with hydrangeas and asters. Mrs L. J. Lewis, a member of the social committee, acted as hostess, and those present included Mr L. J. Lewis, Mr and Mrs James Carter, Mr and Mrs H. Lightband, Mr and Mrs T. Condliffe, Mr and Mrs H. Duckworth, Mr and Mrs R. McNish, Mr and Mrs P. Delargev, Mr and Mrs C. Hunter. Mr and Mrs C. M. G. Boyce, Mr and Mrs James Taylor. Mr and Mrs M. Gregory. Mr and Mrs N. V. Smith, Mrs J. M. Preston, Mrs Gregory, Mrs E. H. Cross, Mrs Arthur Webb, Mrs H. F. Butland. Misses S. Britton, F. Boddington, E. L. Sapsford, K. Dobson. M. Lockwood, I. A. Maindonald, A. Hine, J. Atkinson, A. Keighley. Messrs F. W. Deighton. J. R. Grange, T. Knights. C. W. Oborn. J. Piper, W. Morrison, A. W. Spence. A. Gibson, J. Moore. J. Lorimer, R. Pearson, E. M. Taylor, and H. B. Sharp.

PLUNKET SOCIETY PARTY AT PAPANUI "1 have never seen a more beautiful exhibition of children," said Mrs J. Cracroft Wilson, president of the central executive of the Plunket Society, at the Papanui sub-branch's party for Plunket mothers and babies yesterday afternoon, and that remark was echoed by every woman present. It was a remarkable gathering of babies, and small children, with their mothers and in many cases their grandmothers, who, in response to the invitation of the president, Mrs Leonard Wilson, and members of the committee of the Papanui sub-branch of the Plunket Society, had assembled, by gracious permission of Mr and Mrs R. E. McDougall, in the grounds of their home, Papanui road. Mrs Leonard Wilson, president, welcomed the visitors, and introduced Mrs M. H. Godby, a member of the central executive of the society and its treasurer for a number of years, who spoke of the financial position of the sub-branch. The expenses for the year, she said, were roughly, £l4O, and the mothers' subscriptions and donations were £32, leaving over £IOO to be raised by some means by the committee, who used their ■ time, brains, and often their own money, to enable the branch to carry on. She would like to see that position reversed. The Papanui branch, she said, had led the way in" providing their own rooms in their district, and she hoped they would continue to lead the way and set a good example to other districts, by becoming annual subscribers to the society, so proving their faith in their nurse and her teaching, and their loyalty to their committee. Mrs J. Cracroft Wilson congratulated the Papanui committee on their arrangement of the party, a mental picture of which she said she would carry with her on her trip abroad. She referred to the enterprise of the Papanui branch in getting their own rooms with which Sir Truby King had been much pleased. She appealed to the mothers to be loyal to Plunket methods, the excellence of which was demonstrated by the lovely children present. Mrs L. Sisson, secretary, on behalf of the Papanui branch, wished Mrs Cracroft Wilson a pleasant trip and a safe return. Afternoon tea was served by the committee. Special attention had been given to the children's food, which consisted of suitable sandwiches, rusks, tiny jellies, and cool drinks. . A Punch and Judy show provided much amusement for young and old The organising committee is grateful for help received from Miss Margaret Wright, Milk Producers' Company, Ltd., Wheat Research Institute, and Mr G. Money. MALE VOICE CHOIR GARDEN PARTY AND FETE The garden party and fete arranged by the Male Voice Choir are to take place to-morrow afternoon at "Te Whare Koa," the beautiful garden of Mr and Mrs A. Keith Hadfield, in Banks avenue, Shirley. A specially augmented service has been arranged on the Richmond trolley-bus route and all buses during the afternoon will run to the terminus. In the children's facny dress competition prizes will be given for best girl's costume, best boy's costume, and most original, either girl or boy. It was hoped that the choir would be able to sing one or two choral items, but this has had to be abandoned owing to sickness and other "casualties" amongst the first tenors. However, there are many and varied attractions, and given a fine day an enjoyable afternoon is assured. STAFF DANCE Late in 1934 Messrs Whitcombe and Tombs, Ltd., on account of increased business bought a large parcel of land adjoining the present works, and tenders were called and let for an up-to-date reinforced concrete building. The successful contractor having made quick headway, some 200 members of the staff and friends enjoyed the hospitality of the company at a dance which served officially to open the new building. Served by an efficient committee and orchestra, the function proved to be one of the most successful enjoyed by the staff. Mr S. A. Hanser, apologising for the absence of Messrs B. E. H, and Basil Whitcombe, welcomed those present.

BRIDGE PARTY HOME SERVICE ASSOCIATION For several years, members of the Home Service Association have been working unostentatiously to assist the girls and women of Christchurch, not only in finding suitable occupations, but in encouraging them to develop latent talents during their leisure hours. That the association has accomplished much has been shown by the excellent workmanship in (he articles displayed each year at the annual social—arrange! by the girls who have formed a club, with Mrs H. C. Hewland. secretary of the association, as their patron. Many friends have taken a kindly interest in the work, and last night, when a bridge party, arranged by members of tr committee, was held in the new dining room of the Canterbury Automobile Clubrooms, many supporters were present. Mrs H. L. Bowker, Mrs W. F. Tait, and Miss R. Gilmour received the guests, and other members of the committee who assisted were Mesdames J. Niven Forrest, E. W. Johnston, A. E. Kincaid, Misses M. Cradock, A. Bowker, and L. Pike. Auction and contract bridge was played. Wellwishers who were unable to attend, but showed their interest in the work by sending donations, were Mrs D. E. Hansen, Mrs Arthur Morten, Mrs H. G. Livingstone, Miss M. B. Lovell-Smith, Miss Rose Bishop, Mrs P. Revell, Mrs Suckling, Mrs Bagshaw, Miss Hanna, Miss Blackmore, Miss Rhoda Foster, and Mrs Ferguson. The prizes were won by Miss N. A. D. Reed (auction bridge). Miss A. N. Spence, and Miss Averil Johnston (hidden number). Amongst those present were Mrs W. Brock, Miss M. J. Denniston, Mrs J. L. Gillies, Mrs H. C. Rogers, Mrs Murrey Jackson, Miss M. Hardey, Miss A. M. Smith, Miss M. Smith, Mrs W. R. M. Stewart, Mrs Oscar Owles, Mr R. H. Nottingham, Mr W. O. Owles, Miss A. E. Barker, Miss M. Hannay, Miss F. Lieske, Miss M. Jennings, Miss N. Reed. Miss A. Rennie, Miss L. Gilmour, Mrs C. W. Cooke (Auckland), Mrs H. C. Harley, Mrs H. J. Kernahan, Mrs Clyde Sheppard, Mrs W. A. C. McDonald, Miss C. Graham, Miss M. Wilkie, Miss S. M. Atkinson, Mrs Y. T. Shand, Mrs E. J. Leithhead, Miss M. Dougall, Miss A. M. Lake, Mrs W. Vizer, Miss L. Cook, Miss M. F. Lockwood, Mr M. E. Harvey, Mrs E. A. Mapplebeck, Mrs J. Cragg, Miss A. W. Spence, Miss A. C. Spence, Mrs W. H. Orbell, Miss Audrey Orbell, Mrs Norton Griffiths, Mrs M. O. Tayler, MrsE. W. Johnston, Miss E. Gilmour, Miss H. Rennie, Mrs H. J. Quarrell, Mrs Stephen Parr, Mrs T. Andrews, Mr and Mrs W. M. Watt, Mr and Mrs C. Niven Forrest, Miss M. Edwards, Miss E. Paora, Mr L. Clarkson, Mr H. Bristow, Miss D. Berry, Miss K. Parata, Miss I. Robertson, Mr C. Gordon, Mrs W. A. Thomas, Mrs J. T. Archbold, Miss L. Pike, Miss A. Page, Mrs C. E. Kay, Miss M. Hoskyns, Mrs M. Johnston, Mrs J. B. Holdsworth, Mrs P. Dalrymple,

NATIONAL COUNCIL OF WOMEN CHRISTCHURCH BRANCH The usual monthly meeting of the Christchurch branch of the National Council of Women was held last night, Miss M. Trent presiding over a good attendance. The following societies were represented: Women's Christian Temperance Union, Society for the Protection of Women and Children. Young Women's Christian Association, Canterbury Women Teachers' Association, Canterbury Mothers' Union, Trained Nurses' Association, Home Economics Association, Howard League for Penal Reform, Canterbury Women's Club, Women's Branch of Citizens' As-sociatioii,-*Women's Branch of the Canterbury Manufacturers' Association, Methodist Ladies' Deaconess Society, Good Neighbours' Association, Jewish Women's Organisation, Women's Auxilary of St. John Ambulance Association, and the Federation of University Women. Before the business commenced, members stood in silence as a mark of sympathy with the relatives of the lat_ Miss Guthrie, who had represented the Red Cross Society on the council. The president extended a welcome to Miss Jean Begg, a member of the executive of the Indian National Council of Women, to Miss M. Begg, a member of the Dunedin branch of the National Council of Women, and to Mrs Bullen, Mrs Balch, and Miss Dartnell. The secretary read replies which had been received from the Hons. R. Masters, Sir R. Heaton Rhodes, and D. Buddo regarding the council's letter to them about the passing of the British Nationality and Status of Aliens Amendment Bill. Members of the Girls' Friendly Society wrote that they would like to resume affiliation, and their representative. Mrs R. E. Lechner, was welcomed. A comprehensive report of her visit to Melbourne was given by Miss Kirk (Dominion president). Reports were received from the representative on the Women's Unemployment Committee, the Christchurch Girls' Employment Committee, and from the treasurer. A letter from the Society for the Protection of Women and Children, asking for assistance on their

Mrs G. Holder, Mrs R. Nicholson, Mrs A. E. Kincaid, Mrs M. W. Beaven, Mrs A. A. G. Reed, Mrs A. H. Cavell, Mrs A. Macdonald, Mr and Mrs N. V. Wood, Miss Clarkson, Mr C. B. Elsworth, Mrs C. W. Winchester. Mrs C. E. Brocket, Mrs M. Fletcher, Mrs G. Aston, Miss G. M. Hobbs, Miss I. Merry, Mr A. McAllister, Mrs J. S. Burns, Mrs J. E. Russell, Miss E. Orchard, Miss J. Dawe, Misses N. Quarrell, K. Ferguson, B. Marriott, and A. Johnston, Mrs E. England, Misses Ina Jones, Mae Hall, and Rita Hall, Mrs A. J. Benzie, Mrs H. J. Turner, Mrs Fraser Thomson, and Mrs C. E. Tustin.

annual appeal day, was referred by ! the president to the sympathetic consideration of members. A letter from the Canterbury Unemployed Workers' Association was referred to delegates to take back to the organisations they represent. Miss I. M. Jamieson brought the following recommendation from the Canterbury Women Teachers' Association: "That the National Council of Women explore the rates of wages paid to girls between the ages of 16 and 21 years." It was thought that some of the points requiring investigation were: Poor pay for domestics, employment of lower-paid workers, and what comprises a living wage, especially for girls living away from home. Delegates were asked to take the recommendation back to their societies. Miss Jean Begg spoke briefly on the work of the National Council of Women of India, and conveyed greetings to the Christchurch branch. She described the Indian headquarters of the National Council of Women at Calcutta, the personnel of the executive, and their problems, which are very similar to local ones. Miss Begg said that the thinking women of India were taking a very practical interest in affairs affecting the welfare of all women in India, regardless of the fact whether they were Hindus, Parsees, or belonging to any caste or creed. Miss Begg was accorded a vote of thanks for the very interesting sidelights she had given on present-day India. A report was given by Mrs Tomlinson, a member of the sub-committee set up to study the book, "The Disinherited Family," in pursuance of the council's decision to undertake research work for economic independence of women, especially married women. The report proved very interesting, and Mrs Tomlinson was thanked for giving so much time to its compilation. Miss Gow mentioned a few factors that may hasten family endowment. It was decided that Miss Gow should give her report at the next meeting. VISITORS TO CHRISTCHURCH Warner's Hotel: Mrs B. R. 'Webster (Wellington), Mr and Mrs G. Huyshi Eliot (Roxburgh), and Mrs W. Wilson (ijokitilca). United Servico Ilotol: Sir Hugh and Lady Denison (Sydney), Mrs PI. Johnston (Christchurch), Mrs B. C. Rutherford (Hororata), Mr and Mrs A. Bonville Wero (Melbourne). Clarendon Hotel: Dr. and Mrs Douglas Both (Palmerston North), Misses Phyllis M. Lane, S. B. Lane, and Charlotte M*. Plunkett (Oamaru). Now City Hotel: Mr and Mrs G. L. Laird (Auckland), Mrs Alan Mncfnrlano and Miss B. Macfarlane (Methven), and Miss 0. Thompson (Dunedin). Hotel Federal: Mr and Mrs J. S. Rogers, Mr and Mrs McLay (Wellington), Mrs A. Yarborotigh, Miss F. Webster (Hokianga), Mr and Mrs Robert Duncan (Dunedin), and Miss K. Knight (Hokitilca). S'tonehurst Privato Hotel: Messrs Schild and Mills (Melbourne), Miss D. B. Speedy (Palmerston North), Miss C. A. Speedy, Mrs N. Speedy, Miss Thora Speedy (Hawke's Bay), Mr T. A. Barrow (Wellington), Mr C. TO. Goodwin (Auckland), and Mr and Mrs Scott Murray (Cheltenham, Victoria).

WEDDINGS CABLE—LYTHGOE The marriage of Patricia, elder daughter of Mr and Mrs Joseph Lythgoe, Diamond Harbour, to Dr. James Verney Cable, son of Mr and Mrs Matthew Cable, Hataitai, Wellington, was celebrated late yesterday afternoon at St. John's Church, Latimer square. The ceremony was performed by the Rev. John Cable (Auckland-, an uncle of the bridegroom, and Mr Claude Davies was the organist. Carnations and gladioli, shading from pale pink to red, and large bowls of mauve asters, had been beautifully arranged in the church, and made an effective setting for the frocks worn by the bride and her attendants. The bride was escorted by her father. Her frock of ivory diagonalstriped chevron was made on Princess lines, folded loops of oxidised silver in petal effect giving an uncommon finishing touch to the high neckline and the cuffs of the long, fitting sleeves. The skirt widened into a fan-shaped train at the back, and over it billowed her long veil of Brussels net. The veil, arranged over the face, was held in place with a halo headdress, composed of wide loops of the oxidised silver, worn well back on the head, and she carried a sheaf of lilies. Miss Marjorie Turner, who attended as bridesmaid, wore a pale pink taffeta frock, lightly checked with silver, softly cowled at the neckline. Frills composed the tiny sleeves, and tha frills trimming the skirt dipped slightly at the back to give the suggestion of a train. Her bandeau of pink flowers was relieved with touches of silver, and pink carnations and abutilons were arranged in her bouquet. Little Pauline Lythgoe, sister of the bride, wore a buttercup-yellow frock of pin-spot net, trimmed with fr'illings of narrow ribbon on the high bodice, and on the ankle-length skirt. Her little net cap to match was tied with long narrow ribbons, and she carried a posy of flowers to tone. Mr Matthew Cable attended the bridegroom. After the ceremony a reception for close relatives only was held at Warner's Hotel. Mrs Lythgoe was wearing a handsome frock of mulberry lace, trimmed with cascade frills of silk rnarocain arranged across the shoulders arid extending to the upper section of the long, fitting sleeves. Her coat was of musquash fur, and mulberry and beige winged mounts trimmed her mulberry felt hat. She carried flowers to tone. A frock of floral sand crepe pat-' terned in rose, green, and pink beige tunings was worn by the bridegroom's mother. Her short coat was of beige silk crepe, with long sleeves puffed above the elbows, and her Tiat toned with her frock. She carried rose-col-oured carnations. For'travelling the bride wore a Lido blue woollen swagger suit, a white crepe de chine blouse patterned with blue and green coin-spots, and a smart little hat to match. Dr. and Mrs J. V. Cable will make their home in Wellington. COOK-—WATSON Visitors from various parts of Canterbury were present at the wedding celebrated recently of Myrtle Olive, youngest daughter of Mr and Mrs John Watson, Methven, to William Knox, eldest son of Mr and Mrs W. Cook, Lyndhurst. The Rev. Eric Osmers performed the ceremony at All Saints' Church, Methven. Miss Nora Owers was the organist. The bride, who was given away by her father, wore a trained frock of ivory silk lace and georgette cut on classical lines, made with a high neckline cowled in front, the yoke being finished with hand-made georgette and silver flowers. The long sleeves fell in soft flares over the hands. Her embroidered veil, which formed ' a train, was held in place by a circlet of orange blossom, and she carried a bouquet of white lilies and fern. - • Miss Ivy Watson, who attended her sister wore a lime green georgette frock trimmed with fine pleating, the skirt being inset with godets of lace. The sleeves of her lace coatee were edged with pleating, and she wore also long lace mittens and a picture hat of crinoline straw. Flowers shading from pale to deep pink were arranged in he.. Louquet. Frocks of deep pink georgette weighted with frilling were worn by the Misses Betty Stone and Norma Watson, nieces of the bride. Velvet sashes with long tie ends defined the waistlines, and their crinoline straw hats were tied with pink satin ribbon. Green tulle encircled their posies of pnk flowers. Little Thelma Watson, niece of the bride, was train bearer. Her frock was of lime green georgette made on similar lines to the flower girls' frocks, and her cap was of green and pink ribbon. Mr Allan Cook, brother of the bridegroom was best man. and Mr J. Osborne (Ashburton) was groomsman. The bride received lucky horseshoes from her niece. Mabel Watson, and from little Murray Ruddenklau. After the ceremony Mrs Watson received about 200 guests at the Methven Town Hall. She wore a frock of black lace and georgette relieved with a pale pink vestee and a black hat of tagel straw finished with a pink feather mount. She carried pink carnations. A navy and white tailored ensemble and a felt hat to match were worn by the bridegroom's mother. Red flowers were arranged in her bouquet. Mrs Callaghan, sen. (Ashburton), grandmother of the bridegroom, wore a black tailored suit, a white vestee, and a black hat. Her bouquet was of red roses. When Mr and Mrs W. K. Cook left for the North Island, the bride was wearing a navy wool crepe frock, trimmed with lemon buttons, a smart navy felt hat, and a long fur stole. She carried a navy fur-trimmed coat. BRIDGE OLYMPIC In the Bridge Olympic, played throughout the world last month, several Christchurch entrants played at the Christchurch Golf House at Shirley, where Mrs Fred. Banks was game captain. Amongst these players the prize-winners were Mrs T. L. Cowlishaw, Miss Joan Lee (East and West), and Mrs D. Drummond Bailey and Mrs H. W. Macfarlane (North and South).

TIMARU NEWS

SOCIAL AND PERSONAL Dr. and Mrs Gray Hassell (Wellington), who have been touring in the South Island, are staying with the Misses Hassell, Nile street, Mrs Appleby (Christchurch) is the guest of Mrs E. J. Le Cren, Evans street. Miss Amy Oliver (Surrey Downs, Pleasant Point) and Miss Daisy Sharp iWai-iti road) returned yesterday from Dunedin. Mrs Dugald Macfarlane, who was the guest of Mrs A. C. Wigley ("Opuha Lodge," Park lane), has returned to Christchurch. Mrs J. Page (Mount Gerald) is visiting Christchurch.

WOMEN'S DIVISION Of! FARMERS' UNION i NORTH CANTERBURY EXECUTIVE There will be an influx of women to Ashburton to-day, when the first interprovincial conference of the Women's Division of the New Zealand Farmers' Union to be held in Canterbury, will take place at Ashburton. Approximately 200 are expected to attend the conference, and this number will include representatives of branches in the North Canterbury provincial district, the Mid-Canterbury provincial district, and the South Canterbury provincial district. It is felt that this conference will be of great benefit. Talks will be given, discussions will take place, and each provincial executive is bringing forward several remits. The following executive officers from the North Canterbury provincial district will attend the conference:— Mrs A. Nutt, North Canterbury-pro-vincial president; Mrs G. Henderson, North Canterbury provincial vice-pre-sident; Mrs C. Mcintosh, North Canterbury provincial past-president; Mrs J. D. Hall, North Canterbury provincial housekeeper advisory member; Miss F. L. Cooper, North Canterburyprovincial secretary, as well as presidents and members of approximately 30 branches in North Canterbury. FAREWELL PARTY During the time that the Women's Auxiliary of the Mayor's Relief of Distress Fund did so much to relieve the suffering of distressed families in the city, Mrs Bingham Puddy was the capable secretary of the auxiliary, and yesterday afternoon other members of the executive who had worked with. her gathered at Ballantynes to entertain her at afternoon tea _before her departure for England. A souvenir of the occasion was presented to the guest of honour. Those present were Mrs Bingham Puddy, Miss M. G. Havelaar. Mrs C. S. McCully, Mrs Alfred Smith, Mis 3 Hanna, Miss L. M. Wilkinson, and Miss B. Nurse. ST. JOSEPH'S FETE SOCIAL EVENING Mr and Mrs E. Jerard, North road, Papanui. entertained a large number of friends at a social evening last night in aid of the fete for St. Joseph's Church. A most enjoyable time was spent in competitions, games, and music. Competitions were won by Misses Wray and Perera. Musical items and recitations were given by the Rev. Father J. Hanrahan. Rev. Father A. Burger, Mrs Kenney, Misses O'Connor (2), Shona Watson, K. Bond, Messrs C. Bond, Hill, C. Fottrell, and Stokes. FREE KINDERGARTEN MEETING AT NEW BRIGHTON The fourth annual meeting of the New Brighton sub-branch of the Free Kindergarten Association was held in the Methodist Schoolroom yesterday afternoon. Mrs H. A. Bishop (convener) was in the chair. The school started the year with a roll number of 28. which increased to 60, with a waiting list. The balancesheet showed a credit balance cf £2 3s Id. The convener said she considered the report and balance-sheet showed a very good state of affairs, as the branch had been successful in raising its quota to the Christchurch branch, and had a small balance in hand. The report and balance-sheet were adopted. The election of officers resulted:— Convener. Mrs H. A. Bishop; secretary and treasurer, Mrs G. Bundy; assistant secretary, Mrs G. C. Gilman; general committee. Mesdames F. Harper, N. J. Johnston. R. A. Dixon, Miss C. Whitcombe, and Mesdames J. Lavender, L. Dixey, J. M. Mitchell, S. Adams, A. E. Nesbitt, L. C. Stubley, R. McKeown, G. Ludbrook.*and C. Churchill.