WOMAN'S WORLD.

Dominion, Volume 9, Issue 2624, 20 November 1915, Page 10

WOMAN'S WORLD.

MATTERS OF INTEREST FROM FAR AND NEAR.

(By Imogen.)

SOCIAL AND PERSONAL

Sailors' Fruit Fund. The following list of donations towards tho Sailors' Fruit Fund has been received by Lieutenant Ninirno:—Miss Molly M'Whannell, Master A. M'Whannell, Miss E. 11. (Hobson Street), Mrs. Taylor (Roxburgh ' Street), Mrs. Coekburn Hood (Masterton). The Lieutenant desires to specially tliank Messrs. Kirkcaldie and Stains and Georgo and Kersley for gifts of cases in which to pack the canned fruit. Literature for Tauherenikau Camp. Hie lack of reading matter at tho Tauherenikau training camp is apparently greatly felt by soldiers on the sick list (states the Auckland "Herald"). One of them has attempted to describe in verso tho monotony of the hospital for somo 80 patients, who have nothing to read but a few old magazines. He expresses tlio hunger for newspapers, and relates tho depressing effect of reading in a 1901 magazine a story which proves to bo a serial, tho conclusion of which is not in the hospital's slender library. Ho concludes with an appeal for books to bo sent to tho camp hospital. The Soldier's Bag. In response to a letter recently received, the statements in which are supported by reliable and independent evidence, the executivo of ths Red Cross branch of tlio St. John Ambulance Association, Cliristchurch, at its' meeting on Wednesday, decided to add_ "tlie soldier's bag" to its list of hospital requirements, states a Christchurch exchange. "The soldier's bag" lias been supplied by that older organisation, the Australian branch of the British Red Cross Society, to its hospitals in Egypt since tho beginning of the war, with great success, both doctors and nurses speaking of it as a boon. A description •of the_ bag- states-: —A cotton bag, 20in. by 30in. finished, containing the following: —2 suits pyjamas (1 cotton and 1 flannel), 2 daj shirts (1 cotton and 1 Ceylon flannel), 2 vests, 2 under-pants, 2 pairs socks, 1 towel, 3 khaki handkerchiefs, 2 cakes Sunlight soap, 1 pair canvas deck shoes, 1 soft cotton hat (khaki), | dozen bachelor's buttons, J dozen safety pins. The following articles may be added :— Cigarettes or tobacco, pipe, writing-paid and pencil, khaki shorts, i tooth brush and paste'. No matches are allowed. A list of tho contents may be written on tho Outside of tho bag. In Wellington the Mayoress' Countess of Liverpool Committee decided a week or two ago to make arrangements for returning sick and wounded soldiers from the front, by means of cases of clothing which would be kept on board the transports specially to meet their needs when coinihg back to New Zealand.

A Zeppelin Raid on London. Au interesting letter received by a Chris tcliurch lady from her daughter in London describes the devastation that was created in Queen's Square (near Holborn) by a Zeppelin raid. Sho writes:—"Just tho -week before the raid I had heard that an old Trinidad friend was in the paralytic hospital in Queen's Square (near Holborn), sent to England as they wouldn't treat him out there— nearly blind and paralysed from neuritis. It was a great shock to 1110, and I rnslied down to see him—found him getting hotter, glad to say—but when I beard on Friday evening that Queen's Square was all blown up by tho bombs you can imagine my feelings! I got. o special permit and went to soo him next (lay to find out what had happened. Oh, the wreck and ruin 111 that peaceful old square ; every window blown in, curtains hanging in ribbons, trees broken down, holes in tho walls, but no walls down, for the bomb fell exactly in tlie centrc of the garden,' and buried itself in tho soft earth! Had it fallen on the hard road every house near would have been down! Talk of miracles, of marvellous escapes, that beats any. A small square, .with just a littlo bit of garden in the centre, and the bomb dropped harmlessly (comparatively) there. Such a bull's-eye they wouldn't possibly have hit if they had tried. It is nearly all hospitals round Queen Square—the Epileptic, the Hip, the Homeopathic, tho Children's, and ceveral others (because it is so quiet), and not a. single patient had even a scratch. Marvellous, for every window was blown in. My friend said tliey wore _ all fast asleep, and suddenly the explosion came, and the window fell in upon him. He lay still, expecting the roof to fall, but it didn't] and they could hear tho bombs dropping all round, getting further and further off as tho Zep. went on, and our guns answering. Then they turned up tlis lights, and the patients who wero able to got out of bed put on their boots and swept up the glass—every bed, every pillow, thick with splinters, yet no ono Inirt—isn't it miraculous? And next morning he dug a big piece of ■shrapnel out of the wall «outSide his window— it had_ buried itself inches deep in the brick! Of course, the sliock to all tlio patients was awful—to bo wakened by that explosion! We had warning by hearing tho guns first, but thoy had no warning down in the city. My Paris friends were at tlie theatre— tho Globe, in Shaftesbury Avenue—and tliey came down the stairs after the play the bombardment began, and they saw the bombs droppings—the incendiary bombs were a wonderful sight, thoy say." Miss Austin lias. returned to Waikanae from a visit to Marton and Palmerston North. Mr. and Mrs. H. H. Curtis have returned to Waverley. Mrs. Curtis came to 'Wellington to see her brother, who is with the Bth Reinforcements. For tho Hospital Ship equipment has been received the following Miss Rogers, 155.; Government Printing Office, £4; Newman Red Cross Guild, per M. Kydd, £8.

- / Stalls in the Streets. - :• The most exquisite flowers, quantities of them, filled tho.large Chamber of the Town Hall with their fragrance last evening, and were being made l.p ■ into bundles and buttonholes ready for .selling iu tho streets to-day, in aid of tho associated sports bodies' effort to supply tobacco and sweets for the Allies' soldiere at Gallipoli. Roses of every colour and variety were thero, fresh and fragrant, in large baskets, boxos, and even buckets; sweet peas, stocks with their all-pervaeivo scent, ixias, lilies, and every other flower just now in season; and fringing the walla of tlio Chamber were long tables, massed with the blooms, which were rapidly being made up ready for selling in the streets. Produce and vegetables enough to supply several shops had also arrived there, ready for the stalls, which will be placed at various points of vantage in the streets: one at. the Bank of New Zealand corner, another outside tlio Town Hall in Mercer Stieet, and another in Courtenay Place. In addition, several of the flower stalls will sell goods that usually go under tho heading of produce, as several offers of such had been received, and it "will all go to swell the funds. The larder stall opposite the Government Buildings, which will be in the charge of the Wades-town ladies, will bo well supplied with many dosirablo things ror table consumption. A large supply of badges had been received and were being arranged for selling to-day, each one bearing the photograph of the King on silk ribbon, to which is attached a miniature model of A T ew Zealand, some of which are in silver and others in brass.

Wellington central W.C.T.U. .The annual meeting of the Wellington Central W.C.T.U. was held yesterday afternoon. Mrs. A. It. Atkinson presided. .Th'e secretary read 'tho annual report and the balance-sheet was presented by the'treasurer, Mrs. Helyer. Arrangements were made for the jumble sale to be held in the Mission Hall, Aro Street, on November 27. Members were urged to roako this a success by sending along parcels of clothing, eio. The election of officers resulted as follows President, Sirs. A. R. Atkinson (re-elected); recording Mrs. .11. Port (re-elected); corresponding secretary, Mrs. - Evans; treasurer, Mrs. Helyer (re-elected). Mrs. J. Port was reappointed agent for the "White Ribbon." Tho following resolution was carried, unanimously at tlie meeting :"Thi6 annual meeting of the Wellington Cen-' tral Women's Christian Temperance ..Union earnestly protests against the extravagant provision of' alcoholic liquor for tlie hospital ship Marama as advertised, In view of the published declaraSir Victor Horsloy \and other leading-physicians and surgeons that in the vast majority both of medical _and surgical cases the use of alcohol is a hindrance rather than an aid to recovery, the' union urges that the money should be spent on comforts and appliances that may ameliorate the sufferings of our men, rather than waste it upon liquor." Patriotic Cake Room. The opening of the Miramar Golf Ladies' Patriotic Cake Room, tho proceeds of. which are to towards tlie fluids for sick and wounded soldiers, began its mission yesterday morning, and was open from about twelve o'clock to halfpast five: As a result of the day's .effort the sum of £7 10s. w:ta taken, and as no cako- sold for more than two shillings this was felt to. bo,a very good beginnings 'Contributions came Sri very liberally, and excellent support is being promised-the organisers of the .venture, Several'cf whom-were, in-attend-ance at the room, which, is' .situated closo to the Pioiieor Club rooms in Hannah's Buildings: : Contributions aro received by Mrs..' -Firth. and. Miss M-i Wheeler at 'tlie..rooms every Fridaymorning not later' than eleven o'clock.. The room "will -be-open again this morning. ', "' • ■

A Note of Contrast.—Eighteen months and eighty ■; years were , the ages of two clients-in. Miss Milsomfs Rooms, ranio time, same day. . The. former wondered why, the latter. marvelled at—yet-epch treatment, was. very beneficial and satisfactory. It. should, be realised that it is natural for-Ihair 'to grow .as long as |ir*» lasts, and most unnatural for it to cease doing so- at any'stage; and it is impossible to keep, hair'at its best except by propei treatment..| Consult ■ Miss .Milsom, . • Siib treats and., teaches tho true massage ,of the had; and • imparts to clients sufficient knowledge that they can carry on hei treatment : iri thedr own homes. Mi6s Milsom, Barnett's Buildings, 94 .Willis Street (4 doors past "Evening Post"). Telejjhone 814.—Advt.

Whoever suffers from chapped hands and does not use "SYDAL" (Wilton's Hand Emollient) is foolish, those, who avoid having chapped hands by using "SYDAL" are wise. Where do you belong ?—Advt..

For the Men in Blue. Tho Cafe Chantant, which has been organised to aid the fuud for providing canned fruit and vegetables for tlie sailors, and is to tako place in the Concert Chamber of the Town Hall this evening, promises to be very bright aud attractive. A good programme has been arranged, tho performers being Madame Anderson, Mrs. B. Wilson, Miss Lynch, Miss Given 'Shepherd, Miss Mal'tby, and tlie Victoria Leaguo Girls' Concert Party; also the Rev. C. H. Harvey, Mr. Zante Wood, Mr. F. Twiss, Rodney Panlcliurst, and little Winston M'Carthy. Tho soldiers' stalls of tinned fruit and vegetables and also flowers are to be woll stocked, and an excellent supper will be in charge of Miss Teudall. Mrs. 11. Hadfiekl will be at the hall to-day from 10 a.m. to receivo flowers, cakes, and tin contributions, which should be clearly addressed to her. Butter coupons will also be issued, as an offer has been received to provide and pack some safely. Contributions may also be left at the Y.M.C.A. Rooms.

GIRLS' COLLEGE SPORTS

IN AID OF THE WOUNDED SOLDIERS.

The annual sports of the Wellington Girls' College were held in the College grounds in Pipitoa. Stroot yesterday afternoon. On this occasion tho services of a string band and the customary display of flags were dispensed with, but ev'en in war time sports are good for everyone, and the interest displayed in the various events was apparently as keen as ever. There was a good attendance of onlookers, and some of the xacos provided much entertainment. A small charge was made for admission and for afternoon tea, and the proceeds are to bo given to the. ft»nd for wounded soldiers and sailors. No prizes, are to be given this year,' according to tho decision of tho girls, for games or class work, with the exception of tho championship cup, which has been given by Mr. Laurenson. Assisting with the various sports events were members of the staff. The Central Hall had been converted into a tea room, the arrangements being in s charge of other staff membors, assisted by several of the girls, and in the corridor was a stall for tho sale of cakes, which, with the scones and cake provided for afternoon tea, wore made by the students of the cookery'classes. They were very tempting, and - certainly were a credit to their training. > The results of the sports events were as follow, with the .exception of the championship, which rests . between Gladys Leys and Violet Staples, to be decided on Monday:—Long Jump.— Violet Staples, 1; Elaine Gurr, 2. Potato llaco, Forms I, II. —Kuby Williams, 1; Joyce Reveirs, 2. Under 11. - Joyce Koveirs, 1; Yvonne Gibson, 2. Hopping.—Violet Staples, 1; Alice Woodhouse, 2. Under 13.—Alico Brown, 1; Jluhy Williams, 2. Under 9.—Zoe Gordon, 1; Nancy Redstone, 2. Hurdles.—-Bertha Zoeller, 1; Kathleen Skinner,. 2. Obstacle.—Dorothy Williamson, 1; Grace Paterson, 2. Senior 220 Yards. —Gladys Leys, 1; Violet Staples, 2. Junior 100 Yards.—Edna Tingoy, 1; prances Henry, 2. Relay.— Ruby Burns, T. Easteriield. E. Gurr, 1; Ella Wilson, D. Helyer, M. Alexani dor, 2. Throe-legged, Junior.—Edna Titigey,. Coiuiie Parker, 1; Jessie Grant, May I-lanley, 2. Three-legged, Senior. —Kitty Pownall, B. Zoeller, 1; Ruby Burns, Marjory Andrews, 2. Book on Head—T. Easterfield, 1; Ella Wilson. 2 Potato.—Dorothy Williamson, I; Kathleen Gregory,' 2; Combined.— Kitty Pownall, Bertha Zoeller, 1; Vio-' let Staples, Dorothy Williamson, ?. l&rg and Spoon Edna Tingey, 1; Anmo Stoddart, 2. Sack.—Esme Geddls, 1; Helen Easterfield,.2. - . Skipping.— Dorothy Williamson, 1; Esme Geddis, 2. Pots.—Loeta Ha.ls<j ; l j Bell Hislop, ?*.» Noedle.—Gladys Lees. 1» Kathleen Skinner, 2. "Walking.— Ireno Taylor, 1; Gladys Leys, 2, Sixth Form.—E. Giut, 1; E. "Wilson, ,2. Old Girls' Kaoe.—Marjory Parker, 1; Olive Snhnon,..2. Old Girls* .Combined.—M 'Thomson, 'M. - barker) 1 f E;. Thompson j Or Salmon, 2. Miss M'Loan,' the Lady Principal.of the , Collego, was prasen't at the sports.

The list, of 'hostesses at' tho Soldiers' ■Room for, the' coming - week is as follows Sunday,' Mrs. Joseph; ■ Monday, .Mrs. C. Richardson, and Mrs. Hayman; Tuesday,, Mrs.. G.F.'-Campbell-; Wednesday, ;Mrs. A. ;de Brandon "and Mrs. C. Griffith';; .Thursday. Mrs; C., Johnson and .Mrs: .Davis; .Friday, Mrs; Stevens. and Miss Kennedy; Saturday, Khandallah Ladies. ; ' Mrs. Firth,hon."treasurer of. the Military .Hospital Guild, wishes to acknowledge the. following contributions:— Mr. R. Turnbull, October, November, and December, £3; Mr. S. Eichelbaum, October and November, 55.; Mrs. Fitchett, 55.; Mrs. Salmond, November and December, £1; Mrs. Boslring, November, £2. The marriage of Mr. Ernest J. Cooke, M.R.C.S.j'L.R.C.P., of Milton Hill Hospital, Steventon, England, eldest son of Dr. Cooke,, Lincoln, New Zealand, and Miss Katlierine Casson, second daughter of Mr. G. R. Casson, Apsley House, Richmond, London, took, place quietly on Octobor 0, states a .London correspondent. Omitted from the supplied list of the various 'district-3 and 1 townships that had assisted the Mayoress's Countess of Liverpool Committee with leather waistcoats for the soldiers, was the Onslow Borough, which had, supplied 60, and Eastbourno, from which had been received 55. Lieutenant Arthur S. Bailey was married at Beresford St. Church, Auckland, this, week to Miss May Fowlds, second daughter of -the Hon. George Fowlds," of Mount Albert. Tho wedding was, a military one, as the chaplain, Captain H. Steele-Craik, was in full .-uniform; also the bridegroom and the best man. Mrs. M'Clay opened the World's Week of Prayer at the T.W.C.A. rooms by emphasising tho crying need for prayer at the present critical point of our nation's history. On Thursday evening Misa M'Loan, M.A., led a large meeting of girls in praiso and intercession for Australasia. This evening ihe Week of Prayer will be brought' to a close at tho Young Men's Christian Association Rooms, Willis Street, when a combined meeting of both associations will be addressed by the Rev. I. E. Sola, of Eastbourne, tho subjeot being Great Britain and Ireland. . 1' ' ' The knitting-classes at tho Town Hall will be continued about a fortnight \ongor—in the afternoons from 2 to fi, and on Thursday evenings from 7 to 9.30. Miss Cooper and Miss Moss wish to acknowledge contributions of flowers and sweets for tho 6Kill in Routh's Buildings for tho benefit of the Wounded Soldiers' Fund from Hor Excellency tho Countess of Liverpool, Mrs. Gooder, Miss Davies, Mrs. William Hobson, Mr. Marsdcm, Miss Hutchen, Mrs.. .Holiesten, Miss Elsa Hirschborg, Mrs. Shine, Mrs. F.'Socd, Mr. Kirkcaldie, Miss Ina Nairn. Mrs. Asplet, Sirs. Armstrong, Miss Edith Williams, Miss Skerrett, and Mrs. Atkinson. An "at homo" was recently held at Mrs. Bird's residence, in connection with tho l'etone ; branch of the W.C.T.U., about 33 members attending. The president (Mrs. Rowse) occupied the chair. Musical items were rendered by Mrs. Braddock and Misses Rowso and Buekwell. A paper on "Woman's Mission" was read by Mrs. L. E. Wright and much appreciated. Addrosses- were delivered by Mesdames 'Holder and 'tilfd,' sfch.,' arid 1 all eito/od-'' Justly pU'itßiutt day concluded with ttf« toruoon tea.

MISSION WORK IN CHINA

An interesting lecture, illustrated by lantern slides, was delivered at St. Mark's Schoolroom last night by the Rev. W. C. M'Douall, who has been engaged in missionary work iu North China. The lecturer gave somo vivid descriptions of tho conditions of life in China, and of the difficulties wliich have to be overcome by missionaries, whose work, in many instances, lies ill districts far removed from the centres of European influence.