WOMAN'S WORLD.

Dominion, Volume 8, Issue 2449, 30 April 1915, Page 2

WOMAN'S WORLD.

SOCIAL & PERSONAL

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Of New Zealand Interest. St. James's Presbyterian Church, Bin-wood (Australia), was the scene ol"a .wedding on March 24, when Percv John, son of Captain and Mrs. Lambert, of Wellington, New Zealand, was married to Annie, eldest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. W._ Mitchell, "Cambria," Homebush. The bride, who was given away by her father, wore an ivory cbarmeuse gown with long tunic of Limerick lace, the bodice of Limerick lace over ninon being, trimmed with seed-pearls. The long court train, which fell from, the shoulders, wis of ivory charmeusc, illlet with pleated ninon, and adorned with ninon roses and spray of orange blossoms. Her veil of Limerick laco was the work and gift of hor friend, Miss Elliott, and was arranged over a wreath of orange blossom. She carried a shower bouquet of tuber-roses and lilies of the valley, which, with her pearl and amethyst pendant were the gifts of the bridegroom. The bride was attended by tlio Misses Christina and Priscilla Mitchell and Eileen Lambert. They woro dresses of ivory crepe do chine, with hats to match, trimmed with pink silk roses and underlined with pink. Thoir bouquets of pink cactus dahlias and pink bouvardias, together \vith gold bangles, were the gifts of the bridegroom. Mr. A- W. Dunkley acted as best man, and Messrs. Archie and Jack Mitchell as groomsmen. A reception was held at the residence of the bride's parents, the hostess wearing mole brocade eharmeuse, trimmed with Paris lace suid embroidered with blue ninon, her hat being of black panne velvet with white ostrich feather and tiny roses. She carried a posy of mauve ilowers. 'The bridegroom's mother wore a black silk costumo and a nattier blue hat with ostrich feathers to match. She carried a pale Hue posy. Later Mr. and Mrs. Lambert left by motor for their honeymoon, the bride travelling in a mole crepe de cliine gown relieved with touches of apricot eharmeuse, and vest of 4 shadow lace, her hat being of black silk taffeta.with white feather and apricot silki'ose.

A Farewell Afternoon. The members of the Women's Guild of the Kent Terrace Presbyterian l Church assembled yesterday afternoon at the residence of Mrs. (Dr.) Elliott, the occasion being a farewell tea to Sister Elizabethj Deaconess of the church, who has resigned the position. Mrs. Luke (Mayoress) and the Rev. Kennedy Elliott, D.D,., were amongst those present. Eulogistic reference was> made to the excellent work accomplished by Sister Elizabeth, and all regretted her severance from the position ,she so admirably tilled. Musical items were given, Mrs. Adams acting as . accompanist. Afternoon tea was handed round in tho drawing rooni which was daintily decorated with seasonable flowers. Tho liev. Dr. IClliptt presented a Bible to Sister Elizabeth, who suitably responded. At ail early date tho congregation of the Kent Terrace Church are giving a farewell social in honour of Sister Elizabeth.

Harries 1 Club Dance. The Brooklyn Harriers and Ampteur Athletic ■ Club hold a most enjoyable social and dance last night' at tho Harriers' Club-room, the. occasion being the official opening of t'lio 1915 season by Mr. B. A. Wripht, M.P., and -of t.he Brooklyn Harriers 1 Clubroom. There was a large number prosent and before the dancing commenced Mr. Wright addressed those present and congratulated the club on having a clubroom of its own and wished it' 'avery success in the future. He. announced that dances would be held there every Thursday. Among those preseilt wore Mr. tUid Mrs. P Harvey, Messrs. G. Bristow and 0. Guiso, and representatives from other' Harrier Clubs. The ladies' committee was as follows-Mesdames W. J. Hoverd and G. Hutton, and Misses Clark and Fulton. The officers of tli© club who also formed the dance committoo, wero: Messrs. C. A. Willis (secretary), J Douglas, F. Harlen, G. Hutton, P. A. Wilton, P. Harvey, and C. Dentice. An orchestra under Mr. H. Cummins supplied tho dance music.

Feeding Notes. ■ Mrs. llemington-Jones has returned from Te.tf.uiti. Mrs. Barton has returned from Auckland. , ■■ Mrs. Hitcliings lias returned from Wellington. , Miss Wylie (Wellington) ia the guest of Mrs. Hitcliings. t Mrs. and Miss Hoult have returned from Auckland. Mrs. Ongley has returned from "Wellington. Mrs. Guthrio is -at present in Wellington. Mrs. (Dr.) Guthrie and Miss Guthrie are visiting relations in Christchurch. Feilding has bceu very \yell provided with amusements lately Court .Cards aud the Joker entertained two large audiences 011 Friday and Saturday nights. "The Rosary" was played to a fairly good house on Monday, and on Tuesday the Plimmer-Hall Company had a crowded hall to see "The Mummy and the Humming Bird." Among the audiences were: —Mesdames Willis, Gorton, Morshead, Barton, Harper, Fry, Blaxall, Misses Wyatt, Gorton, Haybittle, Bailey, O'Halloran, Hare, Baddeley, "Waymouth, Miller; Innes-Joues, and others. Miss' M'Rae has been staying with Mrs. Levin.

MATTERS OP INTEREST FROM FAR AND NEAE.

A Complimentary Concert. A concert organised in honour of Miss Flora Shaw, the well-known dancer who is leaving Wellington, very shortly for the south, was held in St. John's Schoolroom last evening. The programme was a varied one consisting of songs, recitations, dances, and a scone from "King John" (Shakespeare), as well as a short sketch entitled "Their First Attempt," and apparently judging from the encores was much appreciated by the audience. Young Master Winston M'Carthy, who sang "Weo Doch and Doris," after Harry lauder, was irresistibly funny and was really excellent. Little Rita M'Gee and Hazel Hardivicko danc'cd charmingly and nine of Miss Flora Shaw's pupils gave a Highland dance which was cleverly performed. Miss Flora Shaw, by request, gave with her usual finish a Sailor's Hornpipe. Another feature of the programme was the recitation by Mr. Allied isoothman of "Ostler Joe." Othoi performers were: Mrs. Emily Martin (with an overture), Doris Symes. Miss Marjoric Morton, Baby Johns, Master Claude Harris, Miss Violet Johnson, and Miss Marjorie Jones. Rita M'Gee and Claude Smith gave the Shakespearean scene, and Miss Eileen Aitchoson and Claude Smith performed the sketch "Their First Attempt."

The Part of Men. The news that came through to New Zealand yesterday' in reference to the achievements of the New Zealand Force in action at the Dardanelles was most tantalising because of tho things that were not said. Somewhere there was a break in the news service, and so we get the eulogies without the reason of their being sent. It meant much, however, to hear that they had acquitted themselves with honour and had upheld the glory of the racß from which tlioy. have come, and while there are many anxious fearful thoughts "in tho hearts of many women in this country, women who can now sympathise to tho full with their sisters on tho other .side of tho world, there was also a glow of prido that the men who could not stay at home and allow others to fight for freedom, the privileges which they have hitherto enjoyed, iiad played the part of men so splendidly. When tho nations aro at death grips and men on the other side of the world are facing unimaginable horrors and sulterings, ease and safety and pleasure are .the coward's.part, when clung to by those who aro free and ablo to go.

How women fool about it all may ba best illustrated by what 0110 said yesterday: "If I were a mail and not in khaki I would be ashamed to show myself in the street." And yet women suffer tha most and loso the aiost by

Health of Women and Children. There was an excellent attendance at tho special committee meeting of the Hutt and Petono Society for the Health of Women and Children held last Tuesday. Mrs. Todd occupied the chair. It was .decided that tile name of the society bo changed from Petono Society to Petone and Hutt Society. The secretary was instructed to write to the Central Council, Dmlediii, to sccure Nurse Neale, who has just completed her training as a Plunket nurse at tho Karitane Harris Hospital, for work in Petone and the Hutt.

In order to obtain the Government aubsidy of £100 making it possible to secure a Plunket Nurse'it is necessary tliat the Petone and Hutt Society have in hand £83 6s. Bd. To this ond it lias been decided that the Hutt ladies will collect in that town, and that a jumble sale will very shortly bo held in Petone. Mr. M'Ewan, the Mayor, has very kindly promised to help the society m raising the necessary funds. One new members was added to the committee and Dr. Hector, Mr. M'Ewan and Mr.' It. C.. Kirk were elected as an Advisory Board to tho society. It is hoped that Nurse Neale will be able to commence her work in I'etone and the Hutt at the ?nd of July.

The South Wellington Nursing Division met for its fortnightly practice oil Tuesday evening.' Several new members were proposed, whilo others enrolled as part of the ambulance section of the National Reserve. During tho evening Mrs. Preston gave a demonstration ou handkerchief-bandaging as applied in an emergency in rendering first aid. .The demonstration. was watched with much interest. Miss Kitty Bulkley is visiting Auckland.

The marriage took place in St. Matthew's Church, Masterton, on "Wednesday, of Miss Eupliemia Menzies, late of Glasgow, Scotland, to Mr. Herbert George Yates, second son of Mr. G. H. iates, of Upper Plain (Masterton). The marriage took place on Wednesday in St. Matthew's Church, Hastings, of Mr. Harold Walter Symes, son of Mrs. E. F. Symes, of Waverley, to Miss Elsie Kathleen Bealo, daughter of Mrs. H. R. Douglas, of Hastings. Miss Miro Douglas was bridesmaid, and Mr. J. Wollwood was best man. For Fa:e Massage, Shampooing, all Han Treatmerts, and Electrolysis, Mrs ltolleston's ii recommended. Spacious Private Rooms, Qualified Assistants,and,Personal Attention. Switches and Transformations of every shade a speciality. Hair "guaranteed to keep its colour. 250 Lambton Quay *