News For Women

Press, Volume LXXI, Issue 21420, 12 March 1935, Page 2

News For Women

CURRENT NOTES Lady Clifford (Cashmere Hills) is visiting her son. Sir Charles Cliftoid, "Stonyhurst" Motunau. Mrs Ynyr Donald, who has been visiting her daughter, Mrs Kenneth Garland, Palmerston North, has returned to Christchurch and is staying with Mrs G. R. Park. Bristol street. Mrs Randal Hicks and Miss Lorna Hicks (Fendalton) left last night to spend a fortnight's holiday in the North Island. Mrs M. E. Burke and her daughter, Mrs Gladstone Boyd, are spending a holiday in Timaru. Mrs H. D. Robertson ("Westroe Cottage." Fendalton road) will return home on Friday, after visiting Mrs G. Rippen, Sumner. Miss Clare Junker will visit Mrs A. Carnegie, Timaru, at the weekend. Mrs W. Willes left for Wellington last night and will return to-morrow morning. Miss V. V. Hvnes (Otaiiuna) will also return from Wellington to-morrow. Mrs le Clerc Latter and family (Cloudy Range. North Canterbury), who have been visiting Christchurch. left yesterday to visit Mrs H. F. Nicoll, Ashburton. Mrs 11. S. Barker (Fendalton) will leave to-night for Wellington to visit her mother, Lady Nolan. Miss Blanche Sanders (Worcester street west) has returned from a short visit to Wellington. Mrs Gordon McCredie (Fendalton) has returned from a visit to Mrs Herbert Acton-Adams, "Tipapa"' North Canterbury. Mr and Mrs John Tapley (Governor's Bay) have returned from a tour of the Southern Lakes and Eglinton Valley. Mr C. E. Jones will be the speaker at the next tea meeting of the Business and Professional Women's Round Table Club, which will be held at Ballantynes on Friday, March 15. Mrs J. L. Gillies (Timaru) is the guest of Miss M. J. Denniston. Hereford street west. Mrs Guy Pascoe (Oxford terrace) and Miss C. Cardale (Cashel street west) will leave on Thursday for a holiday visit to Kowai Bush. Mrs Milne (Dunedin) is visiting Christchurch and is staying at "Khandallah," Papanui road. Miss Patricia Grigg' ("Meadow Bank," Blenheim), who is visiting Christchurch, will leave to-night for Auckland. Miss Queenie Johnstone (Hamilton) will arrive in Christchurch this morning • and will be the guest of Mrs D. V. Donaldson, Cashmere Hills. Mrs R. J. Walker (Ashley street. Rangiora) has returned home after spending a few days with Mrs S. T. Seward, Ranfurly street. St. Albans. Miss E. Parsons, ladies' captain of the Hanmer Springs Golf Club, will leave at the end of March to take up a position as supervisor of the main kitchen at the Christchurch Hospital. Miss Parsons lias given valuable services both on the club committee and as ladies' captain, and her departure from Hanmer Springs will be a distinct loss to the club.

Mrs A. T. C. Sellars (Fendalton) will leave early next month by the Ruahine for a seven months' visit to Britain.

Mrs A. Bond (Auckland) is spending a holiday with her sister, Mrs J. Moses, Fitzgerald street, St. Albans. Miss C. Gosset (Chester street west),* who has been spending some weeks in the North Island, will return to Christchurch to-day.

The engagement is announced of Phyllis Mary, eldest daughter of Mr and Mrs C. L. Tunniclifl'e, of Blenheim, to Thomas John Lawrence, eldest .son of Mr and Mrs J. Tucker, of Miramar, Wellington. The engagement is announced of Edla Fredricha, youngest daughter of Mr and Mrs F. S. Hinds, Stewarts Gully, to Alan RadclifTe, youngest son of Mr and Mrs A. Gordon, Kaiapoi.

The president and council of the Canterbury Society of Arts have issued invitations for a conversazione and private view of pictures to be held in the Art Gallery on Thursday, March 21. BOY BADLY BURNED. A very grateful Christchurch mother tells how her little boy, terribly blistered from sunburn, completely recovered in two days through the use of I.P.L. EMOLLIENT. Wonderful for skin and sunburn. 1/6. Chemists, Drapers, and Stores. Free sample from W. H. Simms and Sons, Ltd., Christchurch. —1 HEADS YOU WIN! A lovely permanent wave awaits you at the Annette Toilet Salon (two doors from Tivoli Theatre). Overseas trained operators, using the very 1 test Eugene method, will create an original and beautiful hairwave especially to suit you. Ring 41-042 for appointment. —1 MANY HAPPY RETURNS'. .TO.. STONEHURST. The popularity ol this Christchurch Private Hotel is evidenced by the .e----turn visits made by many of its guests. Among Stonehurst's attractions are comfortable bedrooms, good bathrooms, splendid table, laundry facilities for ladies, etc.. 12/6 per day, £3 10s weekly. Hotel Stonehurst, Christchurch. —2 VISITORS TO CHRISTCHURCH Now City. Hotel: Mr? K. Klli= .mil Mi.-? B. Wilson (Dunedin). Miss -I. \Yright»on (Balclutha). Clarendon Hotel: Mrs Arthur I,oid, Miss Mary lieid. unit Miss Nancy Bernulls (Melbourne), Mr and .Mrs 11. I. Thomas. (Auckland). United Service lintel: Mr and Miss Jtanneriiis (Dunedin), Mr mid Mrs L. Futill;uer (Melbourne), Mrs K. Dawson (Hanmer Springs). Warner's Hotel: Mr and Mrs F. L. Brown and Mr and Mrs J. W. (Scott (London). Royal Hotel: Mr anil Mrs A. Lamport (Wellington), Mr and Mrs S'. Yonnar and .Miss Yuuii; (Dunedin), and Mr S. L. Kirk (Sydney). » Hotel Federal: Mis.-e, k\ Tv.nmi ) < Teninka), K. James (Brighton, Victoria), and <i. Sewell (Sydney), Mr.-; S. and Mis* MrKenzie, Miss Veitch (Wellington;, and Miss A. Tliorna (Melbourne).

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

BRIDGE PARTY A (J RE AT SUCCESS That a splendid spirit of good fellowship exists amongst members of the Plunket Society was proved recently, when the central committee of the Christchurch branch decided to appoint a sub-committee to help the Woolston sub-branch, which, through no lack of enthusiasm on the part of its members, is finding it difficult, at present, to finance its activities. The members of the sub-committee were Mesdames O. T. J. Alpers, W. G. Scannell, C. C. Davis, A. F. Wright, W. G. Lauchland, and A. J. Benzie, who decided to organise a monster bridge party, which was held last night at Jellicoe Hall. The organisers deserve sincere congratulations on the success they achieved, for the party was splendidly arranged, was very well attended. and most enjoyable. The hall has seldom looked more attractive. The stage was decorated with fuchsias and pot palms lent by the Reserves Department of the City Council, and with beautiful dahlias and gladioli, the gift of Mrs Alister McKillop. The cut flowers, which included many blooms of Dr. McKillop's cup-winning gladioli "Miss New Zealand," were later sold for the benefit of the funds. Those present were Mrs Alpers, Mrs A. F. Wright, Mrs W. G. Scannell, Mrs C. C. Davis. Mrs Deans, Mrs W. Day, Mrs J. H. Williams. Miss Rose Winter, Mrs L. J. Lewis. Mrs B. Anderson, Miss J. Spears, Miss M. Spears, Mrs H. C. Rogers. Mrs W. Brock, Miss M. J. Denniston. Mrs J. L. Gillies (Timaru), Miss E. Redpath, Miss M. Redpath, Miss Rena Russell, Mrs W. Morgan, Mrs C. V. Glasson, Mrs A. R. Jordan, Mrs C. A. Myhre. Mr J. L. Myhrc, Miss E. Bull. Miss Sylvia Wright. Mrs A. Scandrett. Mrs A. E. Steere, Mrs A. Kilian, Mrs Guy Scott. Mrs R. J. Loughnan, Mrs Leslie Molineaux, Mrs Norman

Talbot. Miss .Muriel Ilarkness, Miss j Dora Satchel). Miss Joyce Satcholl, Mrs I H. Murray-Aynsley, Mrs A. R. Bloxam, j Mrs M Maclean. Mrs L. Tosswill, Mrs A A. Mitchell. Mrs C. R. Davies, | (Manaia), Miss May Petrit;. Miss Iv Butterick. Mr and Mrs J. S. Moore, Mr C. J. Barwick. Mr G. Bucknell, Mrs A. J. Wootton. Mr and Mrs W. K. Lauchland. Mr Innes Clissold. Miss M. Hannay, Mrs J. M. Lamb, Mrs E. M. Caffin.' Mrs L. B. Scott, Mrs J. E. Rus- ! sell, Mrs E. G. McCullough, Mrs H. i Hannell (Melbourne), Mrs E. A. Lawrie, Mrs W. Williamson, Mrs N. McGillivray. Mrs J. H. Shaw, Mrs M. Turner, Mrs A. R. Watson. Mrs L. W. Broadhead, Mrs C. Vowel 1, Mrs J. GilrnourIrwin. Miss M. Reynolds. Mrs F. E. Longdin. Mrs J. Stanley, Mrs M. Drysdale, Mrs J. B. Wood, Mrs lan Cotlrell, Miss Elisabeth Alpers. Miss Ceiia Reese. Miss Philipa Acland, Mrs T. T. j Armstrong. Miss Myra Armstrong, i Miss R. Price. Mr Douglas Gower, Mrs H. A. Young. Mrs F. W. Freeman. Mrs K. A. Quartley. Miss E. Bowron, Miss. G Skoglund, Miss M. Skoglund. Miss J. Mathison, Miss J. Seager. Mrs C. Ogilvie. Mrs Owen Baker. Mrs Leyde' 1 Baker. Mrs H. E. Parsonson. Mrs R. W. Anderson. Mrs W. H. Clark, Mrs M. S Brown. Mrs F. W. W. Dawson, Mr and Mrs George Buchanan, Mr and Mrs E. Anderson, Mrs Alister McKillop. Mrs P- Stanley Foster, Miss Dulcie Fleetwood. Miss Ena Fleetwood Miss E. Dunsl'ord, Miss D. Kay, Mrs C. E. Kay. Mrs E. D. Joseph, Mrs George Carter. Mrs Eric Ellison, Mrs Ronton Bell, Mrs S. J. Moore. Mrs A. W. Soancs. Mrs H. T. J. Stubberlield, Mrs A J. Benzie, Mrs Fraser Thomson, Mrs Cecil Wood. Mrs J. D. Fairhurst, Mrs P L. Porter. Mrs M. C. Hendrie, Mrs M. Hollander. Mrs W. W. McKinney, Mrs S. A. Orchard. Mrs M. C. McCrory. Miss I. Logic, Mrs Cecil Ca 1I vert. Mrs E. Shntc, Mrs 11. Ayers. Mrs ! G. Basan. | Those who arranged tables of bridge I in their own homes were Mrs Kenneth Ballantyne, Mrs M. H. Godby, Mrs A. C. Cottrell, Mrs N. Tingey, Mrs P. G. Greenwood. Lady Wigram, Mrs J. P. Whetter. Mrs E. O. Trerise, Mrs Fergus Patterson, and Mrs Cabell.

Donations and contributions were received from Mrs J. Cracroft Wilson, Mrs T. L. Cowlishaw, Mrs Fred Banks, Mrs J. N. Turnbull. Mrs R. W. Morrow, Mrs John Stevenson, Mrs H. D. Acland, Mrs G. G. Aitken. Mrs C. Chilton (for the Riccarton sub-branch), Miss Joan Lee. Miss Hilda Williams. Mrs J. G. Collins, Mrs J. Niven, Mrs H. Barns. Mrs W. H. Meddings, Mrs Leonard Wilson, Mrs A. W. Hale, Mrs H. W.yatt. Mrs L. C. Sisson, Mrs H. Wales. Mrs George Rich, Mrs F. I. Cowlishaw. Miss Columbus, and T. J. Edmonds. Ltd.

Prizes given by T. J. Edmonds, Ltd., Mr A. T. C. Sellafs, Mrs A. J. Benzie, Mrs C. C. Davis, Mr N. R. Wilson, and Mrs Lauchland were presented by Mrs J. Cracroft Wilson, the winners being Miss Skoglund, Mrs P. S. Foster, Mrs G, Buchanan (contract), and Mrs Drysdale, Mrs Rogers, and Mr Button 'auction). Consolation prizes were won by Mrs C. Wood and Mrs Ellison. DANCE AT LITTLE RIVER An enjoyable dance, organised by the Little River Cricket Club, was held in the Town Hall, and quests spent a pleasant time dancing to music supplied by Dotherty Moore's band. Extras were played by Mrs L. Radtord. and Mr C. Barclay acted as master of ceremonies. Amongst those present were Mesdames T. Church, A. Louden, I. Shirley, H. Reed, H. Le Compte, W. Mould, T. Milligan, S. fearclay, A. Mould, I. Barclay, J. Borthwick, C. Withers, L. Radford, G. Breitme.yer, C. Williams, J. McGowen. E. Steans, Misses G. Reed, M. Breitmeyer, Violet Hunt-Davies, Myrtle Huiii. Jean Barclay, D. Aburn, Ailsa Greenwood, Eileen Harty, Mary Craddock. Nancy Barclay, Pearl Vanstone, Mavis Vanstone, Myrtle Webster, Elsie Mould, Marjory Louden. Myra Gibb, Maud Mould. Jean Adams, Clare Steans. -K. Archer. Mabel Adams, Olive Wakelin. Thora Mason, L. Mould (Le Bon's Bay).

LONDON MISSIONARY SOCIETY NEW ZEALAND WOMEN'S AUXILIARY The annual meeting of the New Zealand Women's Auxiliary of the London Missionary Society was held in Trinity Congregational Church, Worcester street, yesterday afternoon, and concluded the women's section of the annual assembly of the Congregational Union of New Zealand. Mrs R. J. Crawford presided. At the executive meeting held early in the afternoon, the annual report was presented, and the following officers were re-elected for the year: — President, Mrs R. J. Crawford (Wellington); secretary, Miss H. E. A. Small (Auckland): stamp agent, Mrs W. Mill iWellington). The public meeting was opened with a biblical reading by Mrs A. Lowry, and later Mrs Crawford introduced the speakers, who were Miss Jean Begg, National Secretary of the Young Women's Christian Association of India, Burma, and Ceylon, and Miss Ajny E Brockway, of Bromley, Kent, England, and formerly a missionary in Madagascar. A welcome was also extended to Miss E. L. Unwin, also of Bromley, whose particular work in England had been the education of children of missionaries. Madagascar Miss Brockway told how her parentshad first gone "to Madagascar in 1871 after the death of the heathen queen there. At Ambositra, in the Betsileo country, they had opened the iirst mis-

sion station, and later her brother had about 50 churches scattered in vari- r ous villages, in his care. These churches were usually m charge ot a teacher who had been trained at tiie missionMrs Brockway had about six women who could read. She invited them to form a Women's Bible class, and each of them taught another to read, and in this way the class increased, until when Miss Brockway took the class for the first time there were 108 students. The women trained in this class had done a great deal towards christianising Iheir countrywomen, for they had put aside their feelings of shyness and reticence and had visited many of the little churches and given their special messages to the women there, who, until then—although they attended the churches regularly—had taken but little interest in the services. Miss Brockway said that she was pleased that the French authorities had handed over the leper settlement at Madagascar to the London Missionary Society. The transfer had been made on the condition that the society woujd support two nurses to work there. This offer had been accepted, England had paid the expenses of one nurse, and whhin a fortnight of an appeal, half of the money required to finance another helper had been forthcoming. Miss Brockway was thanked for her talk, and it was decided that the meeting should send a gift of one I guinea to the fund.

India Miss Begg spoke of some of the fields of the London Missionary Society in India, and of the impressions she had made in what she described as the wonderful, perplexing, difficult country of India. The national committee of the Young Women's Christian Association had its headquarters in Calcutta and acted as advisory board to more than 100 branches scattered over India, Burma, and Ceylon, said Miss Begg. Many of the association's branches in' the larger towns, had European or American secretaries, but many Anglo-Indian women were also employed. She described train journeys she had made on her visits to some of the branches. There were first, second, intermediate, and third class carriages, said Miss Begg, but the majority of travellers chose the intermediate class. At one time there had been much confusion in changing from one railway to another, but since the fusion of the various railroads, this difficulty had been eliminated, the only great drawback in travelling now, being the insects in the carriages. In New Zealand she had found that people had a very intelligent grasp of Indian problems in certain areas m which missionaries worked. There was, however, a population of 365,000,000 living in large provinces—these provinces differing as much as France and Germany—and welded together into one large country. There was a aiovement in the North and South of India for a United church said Miss Begg. Many'of the missions had already united in working in one big area', having one United Missionary school instead of single schools. There were thousands of educated women in India to-day, products of the mission schools. Between 50,000 and 60.000 students sat for the matriculation examination—the examination being in English, and of this number more than 1000 were girls. After matriculation, many of the girls went to the Women's Colleges; some 9!' them travelled and returned to India with university degrees. One- of the outstanding women who had been persistent and active in social and educational reform was a parsee, Rajkumari Amrit Kaur, a princess in her own right, who had done wonderful work for the Indian women, and had been president of the association's student movement, said the speaker. Another who will visit New Zealand next year to study home science, is Miss Checha Eipe, vice-principal of St. Christopher's Training College. Miss Begg added that at this college, the principal was Miss Norah Brockway. a sister of Miss Amy E. Brockway. Miss Begg mentioned contacts with many people, .whose names are well known in England, Australia, and NewZealand.

OBITUARY MRS M. BARNETT Mrs Jane Barnett. wife of Mr Matthew Barnett, of "Woodpine,' Tai Tapu, died at her home on Sunday evening, after an illness of several weeks. > Mrs Barnett was born at Balmeadie, Fifeshire. Scotland, and came to New Zealand with her parents, Mr and Mrs Smith, in the barque Oriental when she was five years old. She was married 53 years ago to Mr Matthew Barnett, third son of the late Mr Jacob Barnett, a pioneer of the Tai Tapu district, their marriage being celebrated by the Rev. T. Brooks at "Deep Creek." the home of the late Mr John Barnett. and they settled in the old homestead. They celebrated their golden wedding at Tai Tapu nearly four years ago. Mrs Barnett, always cheerful and hospitable, was held in the very highest esteem by all. She was an ardent worker for the Methodist Church, of which she was a jnember, and was president of the Ladies' Guild at Tai Tapu for some years. She leaves a husband and a grownup family of four daughters and one son, Mr W. Barnett. Sister May, of the Solomon Mission, is one of her daughters. An older son, Mr Arthur Barnett. was an assistant master at Waltham School, but was killed in the Great War. The funeral will take place to-mor-row and will be preceded by a service in the Tai Tapu Methodist Church. GARDEN FETE A successful garden party was held on Saturday afternoon in the vicarage grounds of St. Mary's Church, Halswell. Mr E. Paterson, who officially opened the fete, congratulated members of the committee and their assistants on the success of their efforts. Stallholders were:—Sewing, Mesdames Templeton and Noble; produce, Mesdames Kolkman, Gallagher, and Roesl.er: cakes, Mesdames F. Sparks, H. Sparks, and A. Sparks; sweets, Mesdames T. Wright and F. Williehn; bran tub. Miss M. Cox; books. Mrs Atkinson: chocolate wheel. Mrs P. Gardiner; afternoon tea. Mrs S. Hayes and Miss Gibbs and helpers. Mr F. Knipe was in charge of a treasure hunt. TARTY AT FENDALTON Miss Montgomery Moore, of Wanga•iii i, who is visiting Christchurch, where she has many friends, was entertained last night by Mrs M. 11. Godby at a very pleasant party, given at her home at Fendalton. The guests were Miss Montgomery Moore. Mrs J. W. Woodhouse, Mis J. G. L. Vernon, Mrs Endell Wanklyn. Mrs J. H. Watherston, Mrs George Aitken, Mrs Donald Dobson. and Mrs T. F. M. Gibson. AFTERNOON PARTY An enjoyable afternoon tea party in honour of Mrs Granville Walton. Berkshire, England, was given by Mrs Ben Saville at her home. Hackthorne road. Cashmere Hills. The drawing room was gay with pink bella donna lilies and autumn tinted leaves. Tea was served in the dining room, where the table was decorated with red pelargoniums. During the afternoon Mrs Saville recited "God's Own Country," by Thomas Bracken. Those present included Mrs Roy Sissons. Mrs L. E. Laugesen, Miss Ada Julius, Miss Francis While, Messrs H. Robinson. J. H. E. Schroder, L. E. Laugesen. and B. Saville. C().MIN(;-Or-AGE DANCE At their home, "Fairfield,. Farm." Rakaia, Mr and Mrs J. C. Irwin entertained relatives and friends at a dance in honour of the coming-of-agc of their eldest son, John. Novelty dances were won by Miss H. Irwin and Mr J. S. Lilley, Miss M. Magson ?;nd Mr F. B. Magson. Music was supplied by Cook's orchestra iLyndhurst), and an extra was played by Miss Richards. Mr J. E. Crozier was master of ceremonies. Those present were Mr and Mrs J. C. Irwin, Mr and Mrs George Morris, Mr and Mrs W. F. Reynolds (Methven), Mr and Mrs G. Haslett. Mr and Mrs O. E. Hoopoe, Mr end Mrs R. B. Knight, Mr and Mrs W. A. McPhail, Mr and Mrs A. Mcßobb, Mesdames A. Donaldson, J. Stewart, and D. Morris; Misses Aileen and Hazel Irwin. Belle and Jean Muirhead (Lagmhor), Alison and Mona Magson, Anne Edgington. Marjorie and Vera Lemon. Flora and Ida Crozier. Jessie and Ann Lemon (Fairton), M. and L. Penney, Claire Donaldson, Ella Flynn (Chertsey). Bertha. Elsie. Ethel, and Lorna Richards, Mary Brick, Winnie 'Honeywell, May and Anne Hampton. Eileen and Dorothy Maidens (Lauriston). Nan Morris, Elaine and Mavis Burrowes i Chertsey), Ella Letham. Ivy and | Hazel Hood. Jean Holmes. Messrs J.. [ W. 7<\, and R. M. Irwin. W. F. Magson. ! J. E. and A. C. Crozier, R. F. and J. K. Loehhead, W. Crozier, J. S. and T. Lilley (Lvndhurst). K. Moore (Ashburton), D. Barclay, G. Loehhead, A. Donaldson, R. H. and F. B. Magson, E. and K. Hood. S. Hampton (Methven), W. Holmes, D. Stewart, J. F. Magson, R. Penney, G. Gimson. A. D. and B. Doig (Chertsey), W. Lemon (Fairton), R. Hefford (Ashburton), J. Lysaght (Ashburton), R. Campbell, J. Hanrahan (Dromore), G. and A. Hooper. W. Honeywell. W. Lemon, R. Maidens. D. Hampton (Lauriston), J. , Flynn (Chertsey), and P. Letham. DANCE AT PREBBLETON Visitors crowded the Prebbleton Hall on Saturday for the dance held there by the local Domain Board. Music was supplied by Les. Kinsman's orchestra and Mr L. Gallagher was master of ceremonies. Novelty dances were won by Miss Violet Kolkman and Mr O. Kesteven, Miss Mavis Smith and Mr W. McNamara. Card room competitions were won by Miss B. Hands. Mrs J. Nicholas. Mr A. Thomson, and Mr J. Hartnell. The guests included Mr and Mrs J. O'Neill, Mr and Mrs W. Hartnell, Mr and Mrs J. Hartnell, Mr and Mrs T. Smith. Mr and Mrs H. Goodwin, Mr and Mrs A. R. Smith. Mr and Mrs W. Kolkman, Mr and Mrs A. Thomson, Mr and Mrs L. Gallagher. Mr and Mrs W. Downey. Mr and Mrs J. Easterbrook. Mr and Mrs J. Simpson. Mr and Mrs G. Sutherland, Mr and Mrs T. Smith. Mr and Mrs Hastie. Mr and Mrs C. Hands, Mr and Mrs Hastie, Mesdames J. Giles, J. Nicholas, G. Tod. L. Harris. Misses Elsie Ford. Lily Ford, Mavis Smith, Frances Hamilton, Joyce Kolkman, Violet Kolkman, Elsie Gallagher, Margaret Barr, Maida Cain, Kathleen Tod. Rhona Tod, Doreei*. Smallev. Doris O'Neill, Peggy O'Neill. Barbara Jones. Molly Hoilands. Leah Draylon. Gladys " Baker. Veronica Sloan, Marie Sloan, Lily Smith, Messrs G. Walker. J. Hill, A. Wood, J. Earnshaw. O. Kesteven, J. Kesteven. A. Johnson, D. Warren. Duncan Warren, R. Smith, G. Gallagher. L. Gallagher, E. Prebble, J. Cuneen, C. Watson, H. Walker. R. Cherry, J. Bryce, A. Giles, W. Millar, i l . Gallagher, T. Harding, L. Bigham, J. Laffey, J. Stuart. L. Carpenter, C. Burt, F. Drayton. L. Ford, G. Ryan, and J. T. Gallagher. 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. Christchurrh. —3

DANCE AT BURWOOD ! The Burwood sub-committee of the Returned Soldiers' Association held a successful dance in the parish hall on Saturday evening. The organising committee included: Messrs J. Allsford, T. Auton, G. Reed, B. Edwards, C. Stratford, J. Brown, and T. Turner. Music was supplied by the Unity Trio Dance Band and Mr B. Edwards was master of ceremonies. A Monte Carlo dance was won by Mr and Mrs U. Newton. Amongst those present were Mestiames J. Neale, W. Newton, J. Cruickshank, J. Brown, D. Ritchie, E. Sullivan. W. McMullin, R. C. Vincent, and M. Grift'en, Misses M. Greenwood B Harriss, M. Havill, D. Stackhouse' D. Warren, V. Monty, T. Cole, K. Bampton, Noelme Marriott, Messrs J. O'Mal]cy, A. Parks. W'. Reaby. T. Stevenson, T. Parks, A. Glenn. U. Newton, N. Robinson. D. Ritchie, J. Allsford. G. Reed. J. Brown, T. Turner, and F. Garland. CARD PARTY The fortnightly euchre' party under the auspices of the Burwoocl Library, was held in the Burwood school o"n Saturday evening. Mr H. Rouse was in charge of the card competitions the prize-winners being Mrs M. Johns' and Mr J. Small Those present were Mesdames D. Nicholson, S. Henderson, M. Johns B Johnson, H. Rouse, R. Gloisteen, K. Messrs H. Rowse. J. Betteridge, F .Palmer, H. Rouse, jun.. j' Eckroyd, L. Gloisteen. J. Small J. Wright.

CARTER— BIGGS ■i-rive of Dorothy May, third Srand Mrs G. Biggs (St e \to Victor Henry, only son of ijbans y carter and of Mrs tie la te chirkv was celebrated re,i lc fc'chcwai-c Road Methoby ~tb, Rev. W. Rowe. G-'-Jrfnvdon was the organist, and Mr G- bv Miss Ellis Fraser. I*!;;; who was escorted by her Tiie ni-p n ankle-length frock of ' i v r; rr.ft'.lded to the figure, a-iBOf? 1 * tin red from the kneeSlUr The* beeves, cowled at the were fitted lightly to the ; Vn'i formed points over the nrr;5 tj ' r .. v \,ro : ckTed tulle veil. , r ~r'ri n"irain. was held in cixfl. V . av orange blossoms, 'bouquet was of white ®f K « d rvefv'n and Muriel Biggs, sisthe bride, who attended as v;ore frocks of peacn-tfo-inds\vept satin, made on similar p ihe bride's frock, with elbowTheir floral bandeaux the begonias and carna- ; S?in A"* sh p*„™ e' S 'ol the tii« Valmai Bigg--, niece ox xne JS?as flower girl, wore a long frock ITmte green crepe de chme and a tasdew of flowers to tone. Her posy was attended by Mr /Sr as best man. and Mr Eric * 4Pj dy as groomsman. iT'lie bndc left the church she veJrtd a silver horseshoe from her jil niece Pamela Voice. At the reSn held later the guests were refed by the bricie * mother who was a frock or navy blue silk ;nlcaln and a navy blue straw hat. M bouquet was of red roses. Owing to the unavoidable absence f ' tie bridegroom's mother, ner sister, q jj. Ormandy, acted on her She was wearing a floral ensemble and a cream legism hat. Her spray was of begonias ed maidenhair fern, rue bride travelled m a niggerj worsted ensemble, and a smart j B hat to tone. j GEE— LILLEY Tue marriage was celebrated retail? at the Church of the Good Shepherd. Phillipstown, of Rosey Tvtiyn Myrtle, eldest daughter of the Mr L- J. Lilley and of Mrs Lilley, C&ristchurch. to David, second son of Mr and Mrs W. Gee, of Amberley. The Btr. G. L. Harrold officiated, lie bride was given away by her ccje, Mr A. Lilley. She wore a aspic frock of ivory crepe with an sat neck yoke of Chantilly lace. The sleeves were puffed above the t!b<nre, the long cuffs being trimmed nth buttons, and a diamante buckle dssped the narrow belt at the waistline Her long oval veil of embroidtrtd tulle was arranged off the face ad held with a cap of tulle and lace ■ ad a coronet of orange blossom, and ! ta carried white hothouse flowers. Miss Gwen Lilley, who attended her filler, wore an apricot coloured frock ef silk organdie made on close fitting ises«to the hips, then flared to the sound, the skirt being weighted with frilling. The bodice was finished at 10 neckline with plaited velvet, a frilling edged ths arm-holes. A bow cf apricot ribbon trimmed her widehnirmed hat of white straw, and fewer:; (o (one were arranged in her t.T.-.ver bouquet. The frocks worn by the little flower :.:L\ Jj.n? and Franklyn Birkenshaw, >eiß replicas of tho bridesmaid's ::tek. and their bandeaux were of :sd flower?. One little girl carried ■•'ssfcet of apricot shaded flowers, and --'.tier a posy of similar flowers. H'L IV. Gee, brother of the bridepa. was best man. 4: the reception held at Dixieland y bride's mother recei\»;d the guests, vaj wearing a black and white chiffon frock and a black hat •j natch. Her bouquet was a red •*'.':cu:e flowers. Mrs W. Gee, mother <~ the bridegroom, wore a niggerensemble and a hat to tone. Sie_carried autumn tinted flowers. i ""sen Mr and Mrs D. Gee left for -er wedding tour the bride was taring a navy swagger suit of sun a blouse of floral silk jpique, a v.-hite hat. i TRUMAN—WISE wedding was celebrated at St. Church, Greymouth, on Wed-'-diy afternoon, of Verna, daughter ■ £ Mrs Wise and the late Mr C. E. ; *«, to Richard James, only son of «- r and Mrs G. M. Truman, Palmerston The Rev. H. R. Fell performed ceremony, and Mr R. Tennent was "ftnist bride, who was escorted by her Mr L. C,. Wise f.Christ52CW, wore a frock of parchment softly cowlc-d at the neckline, sleeves and the back of the tee being trimmed with tiny buttons. Her long veil of tuile was arranged over I »£. n °' her frock, a wreath of blossom buds forming the ■7v f Ks - Asters, roses, and inaiden- : J* JeTn were arranged in her armJ* o bridesmaids were in attendance, "j B2r >'l V/isc. twin sister of the ts, am * £s Mar y Truman, sister ® sss#V bridegroom. Their frocks, I>£ a ;[ ke ' were cf Marina blue silk ■-oj • sleeves lined with being attached to the i tjjJ/f with three rows of u ] vZr" 8 t--'mming. Sashes, knotted jth&back of the waistlines. Is!* 1 mJ, pink, and their long Wer e of matching shade. ,«■' VtH cf tiny velvet flowers 1| their halo head-dresses, and |p r^ sma H dahlias, carnations, ' ! -•«5 S 4 P awn Dufl 'y and Thelma t rain -bearers, wore - 5 -iahio / pink Seorgette with de--4 'iir n«t bolero bodices, and m 'Taodi- bandeaux were of rose i'-statu - chiffon velvet. Sweet "J tii, Cdr , na tions were arranged in J baskets. ' rec 'civcd the guests j an d coatee of black «.... w 'th scarlet, and a black ; iV ch lmmed WJth berries and I "rations l£ arrie .d red zinnias and a e bri degroom's mother I % jvorv sn ensemble suit - trimmed t '-f hat t/ CI- epe. and a pedaline a and „ ma t c h. Her flowers were •£ -!r f? rar nations. ■4 \ f* ni !" s J- Truman left by 11 '*• bride i~ r tiK - Southern lakes, 1 >abit V? Velhn 3 in a silver grey '(^tha!nw wit h cherry pink, .?* tarter! cherry-pink velvet. :#i! , NSSaI rrrr , a c°at of tabac brown '1 "immed with skunk I goldsmith-deal jL-teyfo lll3 ® 6 was celebrated of Vera $ daughter of Mr 2* Levi!?,- , p - Deal ("Woodb of tii Charlc s William, «■ L 1 kte Mrs Goidsmith ReJ rf y Goldsmith, DuneFraser performed Was escorted by her &ock of powder blue

PLUNKET SOCIETY MEETING AT GERALDINE ADDRESS BY DR. MARTIN TWEED A large gathering of mothers and friends of the Geraldine branch of the Plunket Society were the guests of Mrs J. M. 11. Tripp, a former president of the branch, when Dr. Martin Tweed, medical adviser to the society, was present. Associated with Mrs Tripp were Mrs J. Wyn Davison, president of the branch, and members of the executive. Mrs Tripp remarked that Dr. Tweed had a very difficult task in following the footsteps of Sir Truby King, but the society would stand by him. New Zealand held the proud position of first place in the world, for infant welfare. Dr. Tweed paid a tribute to the capabilities of Sir Truby King. The most the speaker could do was to maintain the edifice which Sir Truby had erected and to see that the ideals ne had followed were kept to the fore. He said that the primary object of the society was to teach the importance of natural feeding of infants. The work at Geraldine was typical of that going on throughout the country, and the fact that 95 per cent, of all the births notified at Geraldine in one year, were still under the supervision of the branch, showed the value of the society's work. With the idea of investigating all criticisms levelled at the society, and to scrutinise all modern teaching and to ascertain what would be of advantage to the mothers, a medical advisory committee had been set up, and was doing valuable work. The president of the branch (Mrs W. Davison) thanked Dr. Tweed for his address.

THE LIEDERKRANZCEEN FIRST ANNUAL 31EETING The annual meeting of the Christchurch Liederkranzchen was held in the "No More War Movement" rooms last evening. The president, Madame Gower-Burns, presided, and there was a good attendance of members. The annual report said that the first year's work had been highly satisfactory and members had good reason to be optimistic about the future. There were 55 subscribing and 33 active members, said the report, and. during, the year three successful concerts were held. The library was growing slowly and to enable new music to be purchased several entertainments had been held. Regret was voiced at the loss of two keen members. Miss Sylvia Angus, who had left New Zealand to reside in England, and Mrs G. Empson, who had gone to reside in Timaru. Thanks were expressed to all who had assisted during the year, especially the assisting artists at the concerts. the conductor. Mr Alfred Worsley, and the accompanist, Miss Althea Harley-Slack. The balance-sheet showed a credit balance on the year's working of £2 16s lid and an excess of assets over liabilities of £39 9s. Madame Gower-Burns congratulated the choir 011 its musical progress during the year, and also on finishing the year with a small credit balance. The election of officers resulted as follows:—President. Madame GowerBurns; vice-presidents, Mrs A. L. Cropp. Mrs J. W. Palk. Mrs H. J. Quarrell, and Mrs S. L. Wright; committee, Mrs C. Ayling, Mrs R. Donald, Mrs T. C. W. Pugh, Mrs R. Broadbelt, and Mrs C. Goode; conductor, Mr Alfred Worsley, hon. F.R.M.C.M.; hon. accompanist, Mrs F. W. Simpson; honorary secretary, Mrs J. E. Mason; honorary treasurer, Mrs S. L. Wright; honorary librarian, Miss O. Smart; honorary auditor, Mr E. S. Bowie.

FAKE WELL PARTY Mrs Stuart, who, with her husband, the Rev. A. W. Stuart, will leave tomorrow for Wellington to join the Wanganella for Sydney, where they will make their home, has been the honoured guest at several pleasant parties during the last few weeks. Amongst the activities which have claimed Mrs Stuart's interest during her stay in Christchurch has been kindergarten work, with which she showed her practical sympathy by acting as convener of the Phillipstown Free Kindergarten Committee during the last few years. Yesterday morning, she was entertained at the Canterbury Women's Club by the executive and members of the different committees of the Free Kindergarten Association. Mrs H. T. J. Thacker, president of the association, expressed regret at Mrs Stuart's departure from Christchurch and thanked her for the work she had done for the kindergartens. She presented her with a posy and with a cup. saucer, and plate, as mementos of her pleasant association with kindergarten workers in Christchurch. Amongst others present were Mrs J. R. Evans, vice-president of the association, Mrs A. Keith Hadfield, honorary treasurer, Mrs H. Hull, principal of the Christchurch Free Kindergartens, and conveners and members of the different kindergarten committees. SURPRISE PARTY A surprise party, organised by the Halswell junior branch of the Women's Division of the Farmers' Union, visited the home of Miss Violet McConnell on the occasion of her twenty-first birthday anniversary. An enjoyable time was spent in games and competitions. Miss McConnell was asked to accept a pair of black vases, as souvenirs of the occasion. The guests included Misses McConnell, Maud McConnell. Ruth Parish. Hazel McPhail, Fanny Wilhelm. Valerie Nixon, Jean Wilhelm, Iris Streeter, Joan Copping, Maggie Sparks, Daisy Rogers, Eileen Wilhelm, Doris Brown, Jean Paterson, Messrs A. McConnell, T. Wilhelm, W. Streeter, J. Anderson, C Pike, K. McConnell, I. Wilhelm, C. Brooks, E. Ridder, H. Sparks, D, Brown, and R. Rogers.

RED CROSS SOCIETY MERIVALE SUB-CENTRE The first meeting lor the year of the Merivale sub-centre of the Red Cross Society was held in the Merivale schoolroom yesterday afternoon. There was a large attendance of members, and 14 new members 3omed The president, Mrs William Nichols, welcomed Lady Wigram, president of the central executive, who _ expressed pleasure at the large attendance, and hoped that all members would continue to take practical interest in the work for which there is still great need. Goods urgently needed at the depot, she said, were women s shoes, girls' nightgowns, and boys pants. A demonstration of stool making by hand, given by Mrs Bowbyes, of the Home Economics Association, was followed with much interest, A.n amusing short play, in which Miss Grand and Miss Menzies took part, was followed by afternoon tea, served by the committee; and work was planned and distributed. The sub-branch will continue to meet weekly on Monday afternoon at Merivale schoolroom.

MEETING AT NEW BRIGHTON The third annual meeting of the New Brighton Sub-Centre of the Red Cross Society was called for yesterday afternoon, but through a misunderstanding, only six members were present, and it was decided that the annual meeting be postponed until March 25. The annual report states that the sub-centre had been reorganised since the last annual meeting. Mrs Bishop had offered the use of her home for the receipt and delivery of goods from the Central Depot. An art union had been organised and had shown a profit of about £4. The committee was grateful to Mrs Bishop for organising a successful musical afternoon, and to Mrs A. A. Boon for the use of her home. There were 30 financial members. During the year 10 garments had been made by the committee. and 17 had been given. The balance-sheet showed expenditure to be £8 14s 3d and receipts £2l 13s. There was £l3 6s 7d in the bank, and there were no liabilities.

NORTH BEACH SURF CLUB FLORAL DANCE The North Beach Hall presented a picturesque scene on Saturday evening, when a floral dance, organised by the social committee, was held in aid of the club's funds. Black and white streamers, with flowers, shrubs, and ferns, formed the decorations. On each side of the hall was suspended a shelf decorated with potplants and baskets of flowers and greenery hung from the ceiling. A number of small flowers were showered amongst the guests. There was a very large attendance, including visitors from Christchurch, Sumner, Aranui, Kaiapoi, Belfast, Rangiora, Ashburton, and Timaru. The music was played by Percy Butler's Serenaders. Mr T. N. Lowry played extras. Mr L. R. Moore acted as master of ceremonies. Those present were Mesdames E. Loach, L. Nichol, L. R. Moore, W. Carlton (Timaru), Misses Muriel Hulme, Phyllis Swanston, T. McDonald, Billie Lee, E. G. Harrison, Dorothy Boyd, Freda Southon, O. Nelson, F Algie, E. Moor, O. Coddington, N. Muirson, W. Smith, Mary Hodgson, R. Winter, Thelma Stewart, Rona Boyd, Nancy Broad, Winsome Dean, Thora Shilstone, Joan Smith, Kathleen Burns, Nita Manson. E. Stevens, Doris Fenar, O. Shell, Dorrie Woodham, Nellie Walls, Thelma Parsons, Elsie Boyd, Lilian Penhaulluriack, Florence Browne, Phil Andrews, Pat Bovland, Lea Lavender, E. Perrin, W. Stevens, M. Traill, Mary Burns, Jean Smith, Jean Anderson, N. Judson, E. Orchard, Noel Prettejohns. Marjorie Carville, Mollie Cotter (Okain's Bay), Jean Anderson (Auckland), Eileen Venner, D. O'Connor, Audrey Taylor, R. Joseph, Messrs J. C. Bobby, C. R. Riordan, J. D. Grieves. R. Knight, T. N. Lowry, A. Dennis, G4 W. Dellridges, C. Dorn, E. Steven, R. Almond, J. Adams, G. Dowd, R. Cooper, J. E. Cocks, J. F. Stevens, W. Kane (Kaiapoi), R. Dunn (Ashburton), J. Smith (Kaiapoi), C. Kitson, L. Stevenson, E. Cox, J. Hay, G. Duncan, N. Neylon, F. Collett, A. Roxburgh (Auckland), C. J. Brown, R. Herrick, W. Carlton (Timaru), V. G. Spiller, C. Cauldwell, G. Scott, A. Venner P. Nye, N. Iggo, C. O. Spiller, C. Flutey, and E. Fletcher.

COMING-GF-AGE PARTIES Mr and Mrs F. A. Judkins entertained a number of friends in the Beckenham bowling pavilion to celebrate the coming-of-age of their daughter Freda. Dance music was supplied by Miss Maisie Ottey's orchestra, and items were given by the following: Duet, Misses Beryl Emmett and Freda Judkins; tap dance, Miss Betty Teague; club swinging, Miss Norma Judkins. Extras were played by Mr Judkins, and Mr B. Lamport was master of ceremonies. Those present were Mr and Mrs F. A. Judkins. Mr and Mrs H. Judkins, Mrs W. Martin, Mr and Mrs A. Martin Mr and Mrs H. Dell, Mr and Mrs P Tierney, Mr and Mrs F. E. Taylor, Mr and Mrs H. Middleton, Mr and Mrs H. Campbell, Mr and Mrs A. Summers, Mr and Mrs R. Barnes, Mrs J. S. Henderson, Misses Freda, Ethel, Norma, and Hilary Judkins, Molly Martin, Nancy Martin, Lucy Taylor, Beryl Emmett, D. Clegg, Ngaire Taylor, Nancy Bull, Dorothy Dean, Eunice Aldridge, Gloria Peck, Violet Boocock, Betty Anderson, Gwen Whittington, Winnie Winter, Edna Henderson, Mollie Whitham, Ziska Zander, Mavis McLeod, Mavis Judkins, Marion Carr, Valerie Campbell, Dallas Summers, Jean Collier, Dorice Reynolds, Merle Garnett, Betty Teague, the Rev. H. A. Childs, Messrs B. Lamport, R. C. Mills, J. O. Ross, R. Weston, T. Palmer, D. McCaskey, D. McFadden, K. Martin, J. Scotland, C. Taylor, R. McCleary, J. Weatherhead, K. Hardwick, W. Sargison, C. Malzard, H. Peters, J. Sowden, M. Rickard, C. Shearer, C. Cole, T. and A. Judkins Masters R. Henry and M. and A. Judkins. A surprise party was held at the home of Mr and Mrs John Hampton (Lauriston) to celebrate the coming of age of Mr Duncan Hampton. Mr J. A. Maekie directed a number of interesting competitions and games, and Miss D. Maidens and Mr A. T. Maidens played dance music. Items by Mr A. T. Maidens were also much appreciated. On behalf of those present, Mr C. A. Fyfe made a presentation to the guest of honour and Mr R. F. Letham presented a memento to Mrs J. Hampton.

WOMEN'S TEMPERANCE UNION SYDENHAM The monthly meeting of the Sydenham branch of the Women's Christian Temperance Union was held in the Baptist Sunday School, Colombo street. In the absence of Mrs Archer, Mrs Woodward presided, and Mrs Davies led the devotions. Several visitors were welcomed. A song sung by Mrs Drewett was much appreciated. Mrs Davies was appointed delegate to the conference to be held in Dunedin this week. Mrs Elford, of the Salvation Army, gave an interesting address and reading. It was announced that the Band of Hope picnic would be held in the Botanic Gardens on March 23, and that invitations had been received to visit the Styx and the Papanui branches. Afternoon tea was served by the hostesses.

FAREWELL PAKTY Mr J. Spencer (Upper Riccarton), who will leave shortly for his new home in Wellington, was entertained by a number of friends and relatives at a farewell party held in the granary kindly lent by Mr L. J. Franks, Russley. Gaily coloured streamers, Chinese lanterns, palms and holly brightened the granary, and the guests spent a very pleasant time dancing to music supplied by Ashby's Band. Extras were played by Miss J. McMillan and Mr A. Curry played the bagpipes. Mr R. Ashby acted as, master of ceremonies. Items that were much appreciated were given by Miss Betty McMillan (Irish jig), Messrs D. Bruce (songs), and A. Curry (sailor's hornpipe). Novelty dances were won by Miss I. Crawford, Mr G. Blank, and Mr J. A..Crawford and partner. Non-dancers played cards, the winners being Mrs F. Blakemore and Mr W. Mulcock. Consolation prizes were won by Miss Nicklaus and Mr F. Blakemore. During the evening, Mr W. Wright, on behalf of the guests, presented a substantial cheque to Mr Spencer. Amongst those present were Mesdames E. Spencer, W. T. Franks, C. Collett, W. Wright, B. Holmes, L. J. Franks, G. J. Verrall, W. J. Mulcock, F. Blakemore, H. Gaskell, Philip, K. McDonald, J. A. Crawford, R. Ashby, H. Spencer, P. Dugan, Hood, F. Spencer, A. Curry, ,R. H. Franks, McMillan, Kolkman, Miss E. Nicklaus, Misses Lilly Philip, Jean McMillan, Ruby Blakemore, Edna Blank, T. Mulcock, Jean Payne, Iris Crawford, Mary Joyce, Essie Rountree, Nora Guy, Freda Franks, Thelma Wilson, Thelma Wright, Vera Lange, M. Grimwood, Jean Philip, Valerie Spencer, Colleen Dugan, Bruce, Joan Spencer, Betty McMillan, Messrs J. Spencer, L. J. Franks, E. Spencer, J. F. Nicklaus, W. T. Franks, K. McDonald, J. A. Crawford, P. Dugan, H, Spencer, R. H. Franks, W. Wright, F. Blakemore, C. Collett, F. Spencer, B. Holmes,. E. Sheenan, L. Kolkman, R. Ashby, W, J. Mulcock, Philip, Hood, McMillan, A. Curry, G. J. Verrall, A. Franks, D., Hamilton, P. Wright, R. Gaskell, F. Lange, W. Callaghan, M. Ashby, J. Illes, D. Ritchie, C. Wright, T. Crawford, C. Blank, R. Tagget, p. Jesson, W. Mulcock, J. Tullett, H. Armon, G. Blank, G. Burt, Mulcock, D. Bruce, J. Jellie, C. McLaughlan, Collett, C. Ashby, C. Kolkman, M. Neiland, M. Kavanagh, W. Lynskey, P. Dugan, and Paul Sheenan. GIFT PARTY To honour Miss E. Dunstan, whose marriage will take place shortly, Mesdames I. Schrader and C. H. Dale were hostesses at a gift party held at the home of Mrs Schraaer, Manse street, Kurow. Games, competitions, and music were enjoyed and items were given by Mrs Dale, Misses Palmer, and J. Buchanan. Competition prizewinners were Mrs McCormack and Miss J. Skevington. The guest of honour received many useful gifts for her future home, and Miss Hannah, on behalf of the staff of the Waitaki. Supply Stores, Kurow, presented Miss Dunstan with a beautiful tea service.

TIMARU NEWS SOCIAL ANI) PERSONAL Mrs J. A. Eraser (Hastings) is the guest of Mrs Wilfred White, "Summerhill," Levels. Mrs Sherman (Dunedin) is staying with Mrs Gladstone Robinson, "Oakwood." Miss Juaneta Hall, who was the guest of her sister. Mrs James Little (Cave), has returned to Timaru. Misses M. and J. de Renzy, K. Trumper and D. .Opie (Winchester) are visiting Christchurch. Miss Jocelyn Moore (Wellington), who recently visited Dunedin, is now the guest of Mrs Duncan Murchison, Fairview. Archdeacon Evans and Mrs Evans (New Plymouth) are visiting their daughter, Mrs J. M. Scott, Seddon street. Miss K. Lasccllcs (Christchurch) is at the Grand Hotel. Mr and Mrs C. L. Rhodes (Christchurch), who were at the Dominion Hotel, have returned home. Bridge Party To honour Dr. and Miss Home, of New Plymouth, who are visiting Timaru, Mrs G. 11. Ussher was hostess at a bridge party held at her home in Sefton street on Saturday night. The rooms were decorated with dahlias, marigolds, sunflowers and autumn foliage. The guests were Dr. and Miss Home, Dr. and Mrs C. A. Paterson, Dr. and Mrs L. S. Talbot, Dr. and Mrs G. Kingston, Mr and Mrs G. Webster, Mr and Mrs W. Thomas, Mr and Mrs H. A. Innes-Jones, Mrs J. M. Scott, Miss Wade, Messrs M. J. Knubley, A. V. Ussher, and Dr. G. H. Ussher. Recent arrivals at the Grosvenor Hotel included:—Messrs N. C. Pollard, J. A. Parker, S. P. Warburton (Bradford;, O. Sommer, G. Graichen, Bruno Beyer (Germany), H. Piat (France), J. S. Duke, A. M. Tartakover, W. M. Luke (Wellington), P. H. Brown, E. Milnes, C. J. Ferrier, E. Rickard, M. Kunzli, F. B. Clark, Watson Dawson, A. Smith, F. Marshall, H. Illingworth, H. Galbraith, G. Anderson, Miss J. Ballantyne, Mr R. F. Ballantyne, Mrs W. Ballantyne, Mr and Mrs T. H. Baker, Mr and Mrs R. H. Hill, Mr and Mrs Herbert Hill (Christchurch), Mr R. Brown, Mr R. Davidson (Dunedin).

DOUGLAS SOCIAL CREDIT WOMEN'S AUXILIARY The weekly meeting of the Women's Auxiliary of the Douglas Social Credit Movement was held in the Builders' Chambers, when Mr E. Colechin gave an address on the national dividend. He began by showing that New Zealand's real wealth (goods, lands, industries, etc.) exceeded her liabilities by hundreds of millions of pounds sterling. He said that the Douglas social credit proposed that each New Zealander should have his rightful share—his national dividend. New money could safely be created up to the amount of this credit balance of real wealth, but Major Douglas did not propose to do this, but to create only enough to buy all goods on sale, and to distribute it (1) partly as a monthly or weekly dividend to every man, woman, and child in New Zealand, over and above anything they might earn; and (2) partly as a discount on all goods bought; so that the purchaser would get the goods cheaper, and the retailer would recover the discount he gives, out of the newly created money. Nearly all this new money given to consumers would be spent at once, and would And its way back to the bank in the retailers' daily banking, said Mr Colechin. This would reduce his overdraft <jnd so, as money, be j cancelled out of existence.

DANCE AT MARSHLAND The Marshland Sports Club held a successful dance in the Marshland Hall on Saturday evening. Music for dancing was supplied by the Old Collegians' Band, extras being played by Mrs Marks. Before presenting the

prizes and cups won at the sports during the afternoon, the president, Mr R. H. Monk, expressed thanks to donors of trophies and all who had assisted in any way. Mr Monk made an earnest appeal to the younger members of the club to assist the club in its endeavour to raise funds to purchase a sports ground for the district. Messrs Hamilton and L. C. Hill

(Christchurch centre) also spoke; and commended members for the manner in which they were encouraging athletics, special mention being made of the energetic secretary, Mr W. Waugh, Other speakers were Mr W. Wauch and Mr P. Blades (past-president). Mrs J. Delamain (president Plunket committee) expressed thanks to the Sports Club for the privilege of catering at the sports.