WOMAN'S WORLD.

Dominion, Volume 8, Issue 2486, 12 June 1915, Page 10

WOMAN'S WORLD.

MATTERS OF INTEREST FROM FAR AND NEAE!

[By Imogen.]

SOCIAL AND PERSONAL Tho Publio Service Effort. The Publio Service, masked ball (plain and fancy dress) attracted a large number of dancers to the Town Hall last evening, a very gay sceno presorting itself to the eyes of tho speotatorß in the galleries and upon tho stago. ' It was organised for the | support of the Public Service candidate for Carnival Queen, Miss Palmer, the idea originating in the Public Trust, and being warmly supported by all the other branches of tho service, most of which were represented upon the committee. Flags in great numbers had been used to decorate the hall, and the result was most effective. Tho space underneath the galleries had been divided by flags into alcoves, and each one was named after different Governmental Departments, and comfortably furnished for Bitting out. The lower end of the hall under the gallery had also been screened off with curtains and turned into a suppetr room, chrysanthemums formin" the chief decoration of the tables. JrLaughlin's orchestra, stationed on the stago, which had been dTaped with more flags and banked with pot plants, supplied most delightful music. Masks wero worn at first by a great many of those present, but after the first dance or so thoy gradually disappeared for various reasons, one of wnich was possibly that they aro not altogether becoming and another that they are very hot things to wear. Fancy dross was largely worn, and some pretty effects were to be seen. Tho ulack and white of the Pierrots and Pierettes was distinctive amongst the great variety of colouring that filled the hall. There were jesters, Chinese ladies, Rag Times, Neapolitan peasants, Dutchmen and Dutch girls, oourtiers and representatives of very many countries and jjeriods. Quite an outstanding figure was a- Florentine lady of mediaeval times, a charmingly picturesque figure in her dark red flowing robes and silver girdle, while her companion also wore the dress of the time, only his red wa,s of quite another shade. Altogether it was a very vivid animated scene thai presented itself to onlookers, quite a number of whom filled tho galleries. Among those who were present were Mrs. W. F. Massey, who was wearing black with a blue cloak; tho Hon. A. L. Herdman and Mrs. Herdman, and Miss Grainger, from Auckland. Among' the heads or the Departments wero Mr. MacDohald, of the Public Trust Office; Mr. Robieson, of the Government Insurance; Mr. Wright, of the Superannuation Department, whilo others were expecteil to arrive later in the evening. Miss Palmer, in whose support the ball was given, was also present: Mr. L. W. Tattle was the secretary of a very large committee and to nis efforts much of the success of the ball was due. Their Excellencies the Governor and the Countess of Liverpool were patrons of the ball. Demonstration of Cooking, A demonstration of cooking, in the interests of Dr. Platts-Mills's candidature as Carnival' Queen, was given in the Concert Chamber of the Town Hall yesterday afternoon by Miss Una Carter. Mrs. F. W. Massey had given her patronage, and those who attended the lecture found much of interest and of future profit, for Miss Carter is a clever and very lucid demonstrator. During the oourse of the afternoon Miss Carter gave lessons upon the making of flaky pastry, sausage rolls, carnival tart, lemon queen toffee, orange biscuits, and butter rolls, and for invalids, buttered oysters, oyster sandwiches, and fish custards. Tickets for a beautifully-iced cake, in which was buried quite a considerable sum in small coins, were sold, and Miss Carter is also offering prizes for competitions in pastry and biscuits. The printed recipes of all that was dealt with in the afternoon were sold for the sum of threepence, and there were also sold boxes of home-made sweets. Mrs. W. F. Massey was present at tho demonstration. Richmond Free Kindergarten Union. The 103 rd meeting of the Riohmond Free Kindergarten was held in the Taranaki Street School this -week. Mrs. Gill (president) was in the chair, and present were: Mrs. J. Burnett, Mrs. J. Hannah, Mrs. Dixon, Mrs. H. Smith, Mrs. Vickery, Mrs. Mallet, Mrs. Coward, Mrs. Moran, Mrs. D. A. Ewen, Misses Helyer, Stowe, Finlayson, and Hiscock. Reports were read from the local committees, who aro doing excellent -work, not only in collecting, but in arousing interest that is being shown in various -ways. Tho oouncil received Mrs. D. C. Bates's resignation with regret, and it was proposed by Mrs. J. Hannah, seconded by Mrs. Dixon, that the secretary send a letter of thanks to Mrs. Bates for all Bhe has done for tho Kindergartens. It was proposed by Mrs. Smith, seconded by Mrs. Moran, that Miss England be clected vice-presi-dent. It was proposed by Miss Hiscocks, seconded by Mrs. Burnett, that Mrs. J. Anderson bo elected a member of the council. Miss Riley stated that tihe attendance was good and the health of the children with tho exception of Taranaki Street also good. A test examination had been held for the students during tho month, and the results were satisfactory. Subscriptions have been received from Mr. Johnson, Mrs. Fitzgerald, Mr. G. Fitzgerald, Mrs. W. Nathan, Mrs. Joseph, Miss Joseph, Mr. H. Hall, Dr. Pollen, Dr. A. K. Newman, M.P., Dalgety and Co., Bell, Gully, Bell, and Myers, and Mrs. Gill.

Mr. and Mrs. V. W. Wright (Canterbury) have come to Wellington to see their sons, Lieutenant A. H. Wright and Trooper V. W. Wright, before they leave for the front. Mr. and Sirs. Thorne George (Auckland) are visiting Christchurch. Mr. and Mrs. Hooten, of Sydney, who havo been spending some days in Wellington, loft for Christchurch on Thurs- J day. ' Mr. and Mrs. R. Tumbull, of Hawke's Bay, are visiting Dunedin. Mrs. H. 0. Williams (Hawera) is visiting Sumner. - -EEECTROLTSIS.—This is the only treatment know.i to science for the permanent removal of superfluous hair; but muck depends upon the skill of the operator and the battery used. Miss Milsom qualified under Malame Barclay, New Yorli, the leading American Specialist. Tho operation is painless and leaves no scar on tho face. The battery used by Miss Milsom is the very latest and most up-to-date in Australasia. No paste, powder, or liquid advertised can remove permanently superfluous hair. Had such a discovery proved successful, Miss Milsom would havo used these preparations many years ago. All treatments for falljug- and grey hair, delightful face treatment. Hair work of every description. Manicuring, Clipping. Miss Milsom, Baruett's Building, 94 Willis Sticet, 4 doors past "Evening l'ost" Telephone SH.— Advt. "Sydal" (Wilton's Hand Emollient). "Sydal" is not a haphazard mixture of cheap ingredients. It is a scientiiically prepared compound of soothing and healing vegetable products, and entirely free from grease or aiiv mineral or animal matter. "Sydal".(Wilton's Hand Emollient). Professors, doctors, chemists, dentists, Ladies, and mere Men all combine in pronouncing "Sydal" splendid.— AdvU

Wedding In St. Peter's. Tho marriago took place very quietly on Wednesday, in St. Peter's Church, of Mr. Geoffrey Lionel Rogers, of Waimaru, Pelorus Sound, youngest son of Mr. Henry Rogers, of Staffordshire, England, to Mass Margaret Charlotte iMascfield, daughter of Mrs. W. T. IMasefield, of Manaroa, Pelorus Sound. The ceremony was performed by thci Ven. Archdeacon Harper. Miss Isabel Chaytor. of Marshlands (Blonhoim) was bridesmaid, and Mr. C. E. Bridge best man. 'The bride, who was married ill her travelling dress, was given away by her brother, Mr. W. N. Masefield, and later Mr. wid Mrs. Rogers left for. th<} uorth. Red Cross Matinee Tea. Another Red Cross matinea tea org 221* ised by the same committee aa tliat of the previous afternoon to further Mrs* Aigar Williams's candidature as Can nival Queen was held in tho big Town Hall yesterday afternoon. The enter-t tainment prolamine which had been' arranged for the afternoon was particu-" larly good, and was contributed to by; Miss Medley, who played organ seleotions; Mr. Charlton, tho Rev. Cyril Harvey, Mr. E. J. Hill, and Mrs. Rosewarne, whose songs met with much, ap-t preciation; Miss Rita M'Goo, who cited; Miss M. Wiggs and Miss Bona; Chapman both contributed dances, and Master Fergus Reeves a recitation. Miss Rone Queree acted as accompanist, and the dances were arranged by Misa Beere. During tho interval tea waa handed round by members of the committeo. Delicious home-made sweets were again sold from the stall under Mrs. Corrigan's management, and at the end of the afternoon there was a sale of both cakes and sweets, the results being a satisfaotory addition to the proceeds in general. The Carnival funds in connection with the St. John Ambulance candidate have benefited recently; by the contribution of £1 from Mr, Leslie, of tho Town Hall, and £25 from. Lieutenant-Colonel Moorhouse. Mm. Algar Williams was present at the tea* The committed is very grateful to all who assisted by giving their services for the programme and to fie Bristol Piauq Company for tho loan of a piano. Hospital Requirements. The following further contribution? ffiro acknowledged with thanks by the St. John Ambulance Association Corns mittee:—Supplied by and through Mrj H. H. Seod, £2 7s. and 1 dozen pillow* slips, 1 pair sheets, 3 hot-water bottles, 4 soap boxes, (celluloid), 12 yards butter cloth, 4 bundles tape, 3 pairs scissors (assorted), 3 cards safety pins (3 dozen), 2 housewives (fitted), 3 pairs pyjamas, 1 bundle old flannel, 1 bundle oid linen, 1 large bundle old linen, 1 camp lantern, 1 balaclava, 1 doz. small hand towels; 12 yards butter-eloth, Mre„ M'Leod; Miss Ruth Wallace, 1 tin boiled sweets and 6 camp lanterns; Mrs. Lyford (Hutt), 10s. for chocolate and muoh help with bandages; Mrs. H. Coull, 1 gross ink pencils, 1 doz. shaving soap, 1 doz. tooth paste and bandages: Mr. A. H. Waters, £2 2s. and surgical materials; Mrs. Main, 1 pair bed socks; Miss H. Smith, 1 doz. bottles hair. oil. tooth brushes, 1 dozen cakes soa-j and bed socks; Mrs. Dentice, balaclavas; Miss Dentice, sewing; Mr. G. Pirie, 1 pair blankets; the Petone Central Nursing Division of the St. John Ambulance Brigade (Overseas), 5 pairs Petone blankets and 1 white counterpane: Mrs. Guy Williams (Masterton), 2 blanket; dressing growns (more to follow), 2 waterproof aprons, 9 shirts, 2 bedjackets, and a promise of 2cwt. of meat extract; Miss Macdonald, 155.; Miss Helyer, bed socks and balaclavas; Mrs. J. Anderson, 6 balaclavas; the New, Zealand Candle Coy., & boxes of candles, a large quantity of roller bandages from Mrs. Gordon, a bundle of knitted face cloths from Mrs. Willis, another from Mrs. Pengelly, and a quantity left at the Singer Company's Bhop with no name on; 2 pairs long bed socks. Mrs. Rolleston and Miss V. BelL The thanks of tho association are tendered to Messrs. Sharland for further, help in packing and cartage ; ■ also foi old linen and flannel from Mrs. A< Holmes and Mrs. M. Addison, and E. Harman, Palmerston North; and to Mr. Hickling and to Mr. Castle for parcel of surgical requisites. For Nurso Everitt's Candidature. A euchre party and dance, organised by a committee of supporters of Nurse Everitt's candidature for Carnival Queen was held in tho Concert Chamber, of tho Town Hall' last evening. There were about thirty tables in use for euchre, and some close games were played. In addition to the cards therei were guessing competitions, peas in a' bottle for one and some other ingenious puzzles for exercising the wit or those present. Some handsome prizes had b°en given by the firms of Stewart Dawson, G. T. White, T. Crouch, Halleustein Brothers, Mrs. Smith, and Mr< Coltman. Among them were two aluminium rose bowls, /ft pot plant, it leather collar box, a silver card marker, a silver-mounted scent bottle, a silver repoussee plaque, and.a copper ornament. The committee was formed by; Mosdames Cooper, Redmond, Cusack, Windsor, Smith, and Mr. Cusack. Mr. Windsor was M.C. for tho euchro. Nurse Everitt was among those who were present.

Miss D. Butler, Lady Principal of [tho Auckland Girls' Grammar School,, has been granted leave of absence from the beginning of next year to enable her to visit England. An elocutionary reoita.l is to bo given by Miss Russell, of Bombay, at the Y.W.C.A., Fowlds's Buildings, Man-, ners Street, at 8 p.m. to-day. Tho First-aid Class, which has beSrt in progress during the past weeks at the Y.W.C.A., Manners Street, is to ba examined on Wednesday, June 23. Evening classes in both first-aid and home nursing will be formed immediate* ly if sufficient applications aro forth* coming. Ill© engagement is announced of Miss Mildred Bowen, youngest daughter of Mrs. Bowen, of Turakinrv, to Mr. James Harris, son of tho Into Mr. W. B. Har<. ris, of Bradford, England. R. Temple and Son draw attention: in another column to their Vacuum washer, which, it is stated, washes a tub of clothes' in four minutes. They guarantee it, and will allow three days' trial. They havo received a largo number of testimonials testifying to its capabilities, which advise every woman to get oneond do away with hard work on washing days. Tho final fur sale on account of the Empire Fur Co. will bo held by Messrs. E. Johnston arnr Co. at tteir rooms, 157 Lambton Quay, en Tuesday next, at 2 pm. -harp. The catalogue will 00 fur coat*" fur sets, motor rugs, tiger and; polar bear and wolf skins, and floor rugs. A special gaslight display win bo given oil Monday cvouißo from clock, • MRS. ROLLESTON ' Has- iu«t returned from Sydney withr IARGE VARIETY OF THE LATEST null COMBS.4 TOILET ACCESSORIES, tcetber with the most Exclusive Designs ° for Hairwork and Eairdressing. A large shipment of tho Finest English Hair is just to hand. > 558 LAMBTON QUAY. Tel. 1599. For Bronohial Coughs and Golds, Wood' Great Peooftrmiut Cura.- liv.Ei. ,