CURRENT NOTES

Press, Volume LXXXII, Issue 24902, 15 June 1946, Page 2

CURRENT NOTES

Princess Elizabeth inspected a famous collection of historic modern plate beto the Goldsmiths’ Cpmpany when she attended a tea party in the Goldsmiths’ Hall in London to meet men and women from overseas who are in Londor for the victory celebrations. Princess Elizabeth talked with a number of servicemen and women from the Dominions.—London June 13 A public meeting to discuss the medical aspect of housing will be called soon by the Sunlight League This was decided on the recommendation of the housing committee, at the monthly meeting of the committee oi the league yesterday Addresses will be given on scientific reasons for ad vocating sunlit houses; correct housing as a means of oreventing tuberculosis the effect of physical environment on mental health; and the low cost and general feasibility or sunny homes Miss C. Henderson presided at a recent meeting of the .Christchurch branch of the Women’s Christian Temperance Union Reoorts were given of socials held at Woolston. Papanui. New Brighton, and Spreydon and temperance extracts were read by the president An interesting report of a recent meeting of the Dominion executive was received from Mrs Toomer Dominion corresponding secretary Mr J E. Strachan was elected technical adviser to the Sunlight League at the monthly meeting of the commit tee held yesterday Other officers are as follows:—patron gnd oatroness. Sir Bernard and Lady Freybere: chair- ’ man Dr D E. Currie; deputy-chair-man. Mr C G. McKellar: committee. Miss Mulcock and Miss Jessie Wilkin; honorary architect. Mr Heathcote Helmore; honorary treasurer ?nd minute secretary. Miss M. Pnese; honorary secretary *Miss Cora Wilting.

Because of the difficulty of wellsinking, reconditioning, and alterations. there will be considerable delay before it will be possible to admit children to the Ford-Milton Children’s Home. This was announced at the monthly meeting of the committee of the Sunlight League held yesterday Mrs F J. T. Grigg presided at a meeting of the executive of the Women’s Christian Temper: nee Union A report of a recent Alliance meeting was given by Mrs Ramsay. Tt was decided to hold concerts at the women’s reformatory in Tune and July The annual meeting of the LinwoodAvonside sub-branch of the Plunket Society was held recently Mrs Algar Williams, of the Christchurch branch presided She complimented the committee on its report and balance-sheet which, she said, showed the rapid development .of the work in the district Nurse Reward reported that there had been 214 new cases and, that 2047 mothers had visited the rooms at Woodham Park during the vear The following officers were elected:—natron. Mr H Ayers: president Mrs J. E K Brown: vice-presidents. Mesdames Beveridge Davis and E P Mowatt: honorary treasurer. Mrs H Ayers; honorary secretary. Mrs A E B. Turner: committee. Mesdames F. J Ashworth. P C. Browne. W J Edginton. H. J Fleming. W. L. Mclntosh. R A. Stacev and Miss B. Skipworth. Mrs Goodwin presided at the monthly meeting of the Pigeon Bay subcentre of the Red Cross Society It was reported that during the month a consignment of soap had been sent to Britain. Cakes had also been sent to servicemen in hospital, and an acknowledgement of receipt of these was received

Miss Clarissa Tyndall, of the Christchurch Teachers’ Training College, who was formerly a member of the staff of the Christchurch Girls’ High School, has been appointed a secondary school inspector. She will be the first woman in this service specialising in science. Ten members of the working bee held at the end of May had completed the work for the new water supply, except one or two small details, said the prefcident (Mr E. A. Adams) at the monthly meeting of the Cholmondeley Memorial Children’s Home this wtek. The matron (Mrs Hastings) reported the women’s branch of the Woolston National Party had visited the home on May 14 and had taken gifts of fruit and jam, which were most acceptable for the children. All the children were gaining weight, the largest increase being that of twin boys, who gained 51b and sJlb in two weeks. Gifts of crayons and chalks and colouring books from Mrs P Wynn-Williams, an anonymous gift of dolls, and also gifts of table linen and puzzles and games for the children had been much appreciated, as had been the films shown during the month, said Mrs Hastings. Miss T. Fisher (submatron) and Miss P. Hamlin had joined the staff recently. The secretary reported 20 children had been admitted during the month, and 22 had been discharged, leaving. 11 children in residence. There would be several more admissions within the next few days. An interesting demonstration on making the best use of the few flowers foliage, and berries available in midwinter was given by Mrs E. Prendergast at the monthly meeting of the garden circle of the Canterbury Women's Club. Winners of decorative competitions were:—vase of berries, Mrs C. G. Manhire 1; posy bowl of berries. Miss Opie 1; posy bowl of mixed flowers. Mrs A. G-. BalTantvne 1, Miss M C. Opje 2, Miss * A. M. Black 3. From circle funds it was agreed to spend a further £3 on food parcels for England. Mrs A. E. G Lyttle presided at the meeting. The lady editor of “The Press” gratefully acknowledges receipt of stamps from Mrs J. Lewis. Rangiora and from an anonymous friend; also magazines from anonymous friends. Air Force Association Mid-Winter Dance. Mayfair Lounge. Thursday June 20, at 8 p.m. Tickets 7s 6d (obtainable from S. Jacobs. Tobacconist) Advt. ADVERTISING MAN’S WIFE TELLS In answer to his direct question as to why she always bought Stevens “Cathedral” Brand Essences, she said. “I don’t know of any other.” And her statement rings true, because following in her mother’s footsteps she knows that Stevens "Cathedral” Brand Essences have proved their worth No failures, no wastage, no doubts. Stevens “Cathedral” Brand—the essence of essences. Advt NATIONAL CLUB Members’ Flag Bridge. Monday next, 7.30 p.m. Advt.