TO-DAY'S DINNER.

Dominion, Volume 5, Issue 1481, 2 July 1912, Page 3

TO-DAY'S DINNER.

(Specially writttm fer Tub Dojiikiom.) TCESDAY. Macaroni Soup. Hoast Sirloin of lioof. Swede Turnips. I'olatui..-. ■ Vcnnaise i'mltliiig. VENNOISG PUDDING. Four ounces stile bread, cut into dice. 3oz. sultanas, 2 eggs, loz. sugar, grated rind of lemon, 1 huge cup of milk. Drown the Migar m pan, when brown add tho milk to it, mix all tho dry ingredients, add !lhe eggs (beaten), and browned milk. Pour the mixture into a well-greased sugared basin, cover with greased paper, and steam two hours. SOCIAL AND PERSONAL. The Women's Branch of the Reform League, The monthly meeting of the Women's Branch of the Deform League was held in Boulcott Chambers last evening. Mrs. C. Karle, vice-president, in the absence of the president i>l rs. Newman), occupied tho chair. A most interesting paper upon "Socialism," us expounded in New Zealand by street-corner orators, and by Messrs. liickey, Semple, and Savage was read by Mrs. Weston, who spoke somewhat trenchantly upon thu doctrine that, as preached by these men, sweeps asido all agreements"that prove in any way inconvenient. A good deal of spirited discussion followed, and Mrs. Hammond read n paper upon the "Ideal Socialism." Mr. Bradney, M.l\, followed with a resume of tho subject under discussion as it affected tho people in New Zealand to-day. A committee wsis formed to. make arrangement's for a "welcome home" lo the popular president, Mrs. Newman, while regret was expressed that she had nal gained from the trip as much benefit to her'health as was hoped for. A vote of thanks was passed to Mcsdamcs Dawson, AVe.-(ou, and Miss I'ilzherbert for their work in ciuinrction with the social evening of tho league held la.-V month. A communication from tho recent-ly-formed Women's Branch of I he JMbrm League in Blenheim which was started with a membership of fifty, was read, and tho secretary was authorised to write letters of congratulation to the iifte?ii flourishing branches vliieh have been formed in various parts of the country within the last two months. Six new members to the Wellington branch were elected last evening. Wanganui Notes. Our ■\Yanganiii correspondent writes that the eighteenth annual plain and fancy dre.ss ball was held in the Town Hall, Castlecliff on Friday evening last, and was voted by all present as being the most successful event of the season.

A considerable number of visitors from Wnngnnui- and its outskirts were conveyed to the spot by special Irani, and in all the.™ must have been close upon one hundred and seventy present. Tho hall was beautifully decorated with native shrubs, ferns, and bunting. Tho balcony represented the bridg? of a steamer, and one almost imagined oneself on board, so realistic was the ell'ect. There were the wheel, starboard and port lights, and iron railing, allot' which were decorated with ferns, and two line lifebuoys were to be seen suspended from the railing. Several lounges and «isy chairs were placed for the chaperones and those who did not dance. The orchestra (O'Hara's) occupied part of the balcony, and the. music was bright throughout.

The body of the hall was beautifully decorated. Large mirrors were hung all round the room, and the decorations wera very elaborate, the fairy lights completing the effect. The energetic committee are to be congratulated on tho wholo of tho arrangements. Thu supper room was most picturesque, while the tables wore temptingly arranged with the daintiest of food. The Iloor, which was in excellent orcloi, was crowded with dancers, and it was difficult to sro to advantage tho many beautiful frocks which were worn. Tho Grand March was led by Mr. ajul Mrs. C. M. Cresswcll. Among those present ircrc:-Mrs. C. M. Cresswcll, wearing a handsome gown of vieux-rose satin, trimmed with fringe of the same shade; the corsage was toned with a silk lace vest a.nd finished, with Oriental insertion; Mrs. Claud Suisted wore a rich gold satin with overdress of black Spanish lace, and added brilliant ornaments to her hair; Mrs. Hibbard, black silk voile skirt and dainty blouse of pink silk, veiled in chiffon and trimmed with white sequins; Mrs. J. Connor, cream silk, trimmed with lovely lace, and with pearl ornaments in her hair; Mrs. Hill (Mosstovn), cream silk with cream lace and insertion; Mrs. Lew Winter, heliotrope incrv. with slashes of black silk; ?,lrs. Woon, black satin and bugle trimmings; Mrs. T. Scott, cream gown; Mrs. T. Glen, black velvet, piped with red satin and with jet trimmings; Mrs. Holly, sequin net over pink glace; Mrs. Firniin, champagne-coloured gown, with blue silk trimmings; Mrs. Doolqy, black sequin robe over black satin, with ropes of jet beads; Mrs. Langridge, black fills' and .crimson roses on corsage; Sirs. Ashton, brown silk with point lace trimmings; Mrs. Clem Connor, gown, of emerald green satin, toned with bands of black silk; Mrs. S. .lurrett, pale pink; Mrs. Swan, shell-pink silk veiled with cream-coloured chiffon and finished with wquin trimmings; Mrs. Drown, black chiflou taffeta; Mrs. Marden, blue, pined with white; Mrs. B. Anthony, black voile, with black lac© and insertion and crimson roses on corsage; Mrs. I3ridges, dovecoloured gown; Misses Cresswell, cream gowns, trimmed with sequins; Miss M'lvor, cream silk and pearl trimming; Miss F. Mtlvor, pretty shell-pink silk; Miss Buff, floral grey robe; Miss Bilks, pnlo blue; Miss Kulc-h, white lace tunic dress; Miss Jackson (Wellington), cream silk; M.iss M'Conaehie, palo pink; Miss Ellis, crimson velvet, with guipuro Ince and silver girdle; Miss V. Ellis, palo blue velvet, with steel trimming and girdle; Miss Hogan (Wanganui), braided gown of champagne eolienms MissL. Dooley. palo bluo crystalline; Miss Flo. Lockelt, maroon, velvet gown; Miss 51. Gerrie, shellpink silk; Miss. Dyney, blue silk muslin; Miss Carpenter, cream gown. Somn ot those in fancy costumes were:— Mrs. It. Mill, who looked extremely well as "Holly"; Miss Eoicoe, a "Spanish Dancer"; Miss Anthony, "Australian Wattle"; Mrs. E. Blackburn made, a quaint "Ked Riding Hood"; Miss Williams, "Fashions"; Miss Dandy, "Greek Girl"; Miss Wilson, "Spanish Girl"; \ Miss M'Oonachio, "Spanish Dancer"; Miss Baxnes, "Dutch Girl';; Miss Lyly, "Girl from Monte Carlo"; Miss Copley, "Primrose"; Miss H. Copley, "Orango Girl"; iMiss Adamsou, "Cow Girl"; Mr. H. Allan, "Maori" (ho wore two valuable mats of tho Moamoaua tribe); Mr. Firmil!, "Hamlet"; Mr. G. Brown made a striking "Courier"; Mr. G. Holes, "Bnllfi"hler j Mr. Beaumont, "Aramoho Zoo"; jfr M'Fererish, "After tho Ball"; Mr. Holly, "Uomeo." . .

Mr. nnd Mrs. 13. Purser, accompanied by Miss L. Purser, returned to Wangan'ui on Friday, having had three mouths' holiday in the South Island. Mrs. Inn Johnston returned to Wellington on Saturday. Misses Cresswell nnd Jackson are the guests of Mrs. C. M. Cresswell. Cnstloclift. Mr. I , !. Grant left; AVaiufiinui last Thursday on a lons visit to England and abroad.

SUPERFLUOUS HAIR. Superfluous hair destroyed by "Rusma" (reg.). A guarantee givon with each case undertaken. See testimonials and letters. Mrs. Uullon (over_ Economic), Lambton Quuy. 'Phono 1047. (Testimonial.) Capo Town. May 2Sth, 1911. Dear Mrs. Hullen,—Just a. line to let you know that the Pan of "Rusma" I got is a complete success, and J no longer need to use it, though I keep it my me. I havo tried many cures, but so far this is the only one. I cannot express my pleasure in being able to write tn you thin. "Rusma" did ,'ALL that you said it would. With liwirtinst good wMies for vour success. —Yours verv I.'. .IOH.XSTUNK. copy of abovo can be seen at mi, aadresßr *

Tim marriago of Jlr. Arthur Barh'am, of the Geological Survey, to Miss Consianco I.nivry, nf Auckland, tnlics ])lacc in Auckland to-morrow. ■Mr?. Newman and -Mrs. Jlcnziw nro iT'tiirning lo Wt'lliiifjlon to-morriiw from their visit to Sydney. Jltps Coates intends leaving on a visit lo Auckland next week. Jlrs. Jlnson (Jlutt) is spending a few days in Napier. Jlrs. Andrew (Nelson) is in town, nnd is staying at tho Hoy.il Oak for a fnw days before leaving for tho Wairarapa. Tho third of Miss Borlnso's junior assemblies takes pJaco on Thursday in tho (.iciring Street Hall. Mrs. St. George, who has lieen visiting relatives in Wellington, returned lo JlnsU'llon last week. The annual entertainment of tho Vic(ciria League, which takes place in (lio Masonic Hall in Boulcott Strpct this evening promises (o be a most enjoyable afl'nir. In ndditinu to a programme conipnVing musie;il and dramatic items from inenibers of the Orphans' Club, and from talented people outside its membership. Hie girls' branch of the Victoria League is contributing u comedietta, "Tho Now Paying Guest." Their Excellencies Lord and Lady Islington, with a party from Government House, have expressed their intention of being present. A few tickets for non-members of the league may bo obtained from Mr. Grady, Willis Street, or from llr. W. ,1. Lankshear. HAIE, FACE, AND lIANDS. The frequent lois of hair is very distressing, especially when one has tried so nrany lotions without success. Miss Milsom's business is tho preservation and curative treatment of the hair and skin. She diagno>fs all cases, and supplies exactly fhe Foods and Tonics necessary'. Teaches Ladies and Gentlemen their own home treatment, which cures dandruff and irritation permanently. Stops hair falling, and restores its (one, colour, and lustre. Renews grey hair. Shampooing nnd hairdrcssing taught. Hninvork of every description. Finest ami lightest weaving. Electrolysis (permanent and painless). Personal attention, strictly confidential. MISS MILSOM, King's Chambers (opp. Stewart Dawson's), AYillis Street. Wellington. Telephone BM.*

MRS. ROLLESTON, Hair Specialist (qual. London and Paris), is recommended for the, Permanent Cure of all Scalp Ail-inpiif-s and tho most Effective Treatment for tho Growth of Hair. Shampooing, Hairdressing, Electrolysis (permanent removal of superfluous hair), dip. U.S.A. Face Massage, Combings Made Up, Transformations, Switches, etc. 256 Lambton Quay. Telephone 1599.*

MISS N. MANSFOED, A.M.A., Sydney, Medical Masseuse, has commenced tho practice of her profession, and undertakes special treatment for rheumatism, neuritis, infantile paralysis, spinal curvature, sprains, fractures, etc. Patients may Ire treated at their own homes or at Miss Jlansford's Kooms, First Floor, New ZeaMand Insurance Building, 217 Lambton Quay. 'Phone 5813.-Advt.