WOMAN'S WORLD.

Dominion, Volume 9, Issue 2689, 8 February 1916, Page 2

WOMAN'S WORLD.

SOCIAL AND PERSONAL

WOMEN'S WORK FOR HORSES

MATTERS OP INTEREST FROM g*AR AND NEAR.

[By Imogen.]

For tho Hospitals In Egypt. The Committee of the St. John Ambulance Brigade and lied Cross Socicty, depot, in Nathan's Buildings, last week consigned parcels of equipment, etc., to various' hospitals in Egypt as follows To Dr. Agnes Bennett, Choubbra Hospital, Cairo, there were sent two cases containing 29 dressing gowns, and one case containing books, cigarettes, tobacco, condensed milk, etc.; to Captain J. P. D. Leahy, Now Zealand Stationary Hospital, Cairo, was sont a case containing 26 pairs of blankets; a case of general equipment was sont to the New Zealand Hospital, Cairo, and another to the Red Cross Hospital, Malta. The total value of the wliolo consignment was approximately £85. With regard to the paragraph which has appeared in the local papers stating that three representatives, whose names are givon, are attending a conference in Christchurch as representatives of the Wellington district with regard to Red Cross matters, the committee of the above-mentioned depot desires it to be known that the said three representatives have not been chosen as delegates by'the whole of tho Red Cross workers, but that, in attending the conference, they arc representing only a certain section of tlioso who are doing Red Cross work. Barge Hospitals. Sister I. E. Woodward, who is nursing troops in France, writing to a relation at Neutral Bay, Sydney, says:— "1 left general headquarters, and four of us were sent a good distance down the lino to tho barges. They are long and narrow. You go down a ladder into the hold, where there is a long ward of 30. beds. Olf one end is the kitchen and two rooms, one for four officers, and the other for eight orderlies. Off the other end of the ward is a cabin for a sister and staff nurse. Opposite this is a cabin for two medical officers. The deck of the barge comes off in sections, and awnings can be drawn across. This is the only way to air the ward. The worst cases were put on the barges, as tho motion of the boat is not so severe, on the patients as that of the ambulances and trains. A lift lowors patients from tho deck to tho ward. "After being detailed for the barges, we wero sent from one place to another, because the base for the flotilla was for some reason or other constantly being changed. After three months of this work the War Office decided not to use that flotilla for bargo duty, and now it is right in the fighting line on a canal, and is used as a field ambulance hospital. No sisters are allowed up at the front. .So wo have been all recalled, and I am now working at the Rawal Pindi Hospital, which was established by the Indian Government. The hospital is in three buildings. An American lady has opened a rest-house here for nurses, and we can get tea. cakes, etc., from 9 a.m. till 6 p.m. and have a hot bath —such joy, after washing in our canvas baths, 17in. in diameter and Sin. deep. There is a library with a good collection of modern novels, which wo can take away. There is also a reading-room. All this is free —it is n kind and practical way of helping muses."

MOTHER, THE CHILD IS BILIOUS.

Don't Hesitate! A Laxative is Necessary if Tongue is coated, Breath Bad, of Stomach out of order. Give California Syrup of Figs—' Califig' at once—a teaspoonful to-day often saves a child from being ill to-morrow. If your little one is out of sorts, isn't resting, eating and acting naturally—look, mother! See if its tongue is coated. This is a sure sign that its little stomach, liver and bowels are clogged with bile and undigested food. When cross, irritable, feverish, with tainted breath and perhaps stomach-ache or diarrhoea; when fhe child has a sore throat or chill, give a teaspoonful of California Syrup of Figs— 'Califig,' and in a few hours all the poisonous, constipating undigested food and Ijjle will gently move out of its little bowels without griping and you have a healthy, playful child again. Mothers can rest easy after giving this harmless' fruit laxative, because it never , fails to cleanse the little one's liver and bowels and cleanse the stomach, and they dearly love its pleasant taste. Full directions for babies, children of all ages and for grown-ups printed on each bottle. Ask your chemist for a bottle of 1 Califig '—California Syrup of Figs, and see that it is made by the California Fig Syrup Company. Of all chemists in bottles of two sizes, l/lj and 1/9. Avoid substitutes. ' 1

Latter from Rarotonga. 'I'he Mayoress has received a quaint and interesting letter from a Rarotongan woman, showing that they are taking great interest in tile war, and doing their part as well as the rest of the The letter is clearly written, and has given great pleasure to the patriotic workers at the Town Hall. It reads as follows:—"I am sending you these few lines as to tell you about the parcel of wool which was ordered by Mrs. N , and was sending nnder your care.. And so lam sorry to say that I haven't received the parcel, but I received the shipping note and also the letter. As this war had happened to tho whole world, and so wc natives, whom under the • British Flag, from men to children, are all given hands in this matter to help the wounded soldiers. As this only such a small island still we will try to help the soldiers all we can. And so our native women made up their mind to do knitting socks for soldiers, as we wore only doing by collection of money before. Hope to hear from you by next mail, and wish to know about the parcel of wool, which is unknown. For these women- were out of wool for some time, and so they are awaiting and wishing for wool for them to go ahead. ■. And so excuse and forgive me of my very bad English language, as you know that I am only a native, and so I am taking this trouble on me for our soldiers, and I was choosing to be a secretary for tho knitting women of Rarotonga by Mrs. N , as she took the trouble on lier to teacli our native women to do knitting socks." Countess of Liverpool Fund. Contributions received by tho Mayoress's Committee at the Town Hall during the ppst week are as follow:—Mrs. W. Harris, 4 bed suits, 1 pair bed socks; Mrs. G. Hector 1 balaclava, 1 pair mittens ; Miss Hutton, 1 balaclava; L ; E.S., 3 pairs mittens; Executors of W. Toogood's Estate, 45 pairs mittens, 1 pair socks; Miss Tully (Mangamahoe), 2 scarves, 1 balaclava; Mrs. A. Myers, 4 pair socks; Oanui School, 7 white handkerchiefs, 122 dark handkerchiefs; children 'l'aranaki School, 13 mufflers, 17 tins tobacco, 1 box cigarettes, 1 pillow case, old linen; Cook Island Native women (per Mrs. Northcroft), 41 pairs socks, 10 cholera"belts, 2 mufflers; A Work Party (Levin), 1 box roller, bandages, 1 balaclava, 1 pair socks, 1 pair mittens, 9 feeders, 5 eye bandages, 16 head bandages; Lady Liverpool Fund (Toko, per Mrs. Bain), 2 pairs mittens, 8 sets pyjamas, 24 day shirts, 9 handkerchiefs, and old linen; Mrs. Baumgert, 4 pairs socks; Mrs. Harrison, 1 pair socks, 1 balaclava; Miss Allen, 91b jam. Military Hospital Cuild. The lion, secretary of the Military Hospital Guild (Miss Sybil Nathan) acknowledges the following contributions for the past week:—Wainui-o-mata School, 10 balaclavas; Sirs. England (Karori), face cloths; Mrs. William Simm, 29 fancy cloths, 5 pairs socks,'l pair mittens, 1 parcel old linen; Upokongaro Guild, 24 towels, 18 pillow cases, 8 sheets, 3 pairs sleeping socks, 26 pairs socks, 5 dressing gowns, 9 head bandages. 1 scarf, 2 pairs mittens, 7 balaclavas, 8 underpants, 10 pyjamas, oj- bandages; no name (Feilding), old linen, 3 balaclavas; Mrs. Moag-Levy (Hawkestone Street), old linen. Mrs Frank Johnston, of Roxburgh Street, returned yesterday from a visit to Australia. On February 1 two women medical practitioners—Drs. Annie L. _ Bennett and Gwyreth Wiseworld—were in charge of the casualty ward of the Melbourne Hospital, states the "Herald." This is tho first occasion in the history of the institution that women doctors have had sole charge of the ward. The soldiers' candidate is at present leading in the Wairarapa patriotic Queen of the Carnival competition, Mrs.. Herbert Macandrew (Hokitika), who has been spending some weeks in Wellington, left yesterday on a visit to Hawera. By the' Euahine Mrs. Eolleston received a varied assortment of Toilet Specialities, including exclusive Face Powders. Prices, from 2s. 6d. to 10s. Gd. per box. Solide, "La Reine," is. 6d. Imperial Hair Stain, 4s. Gd. Absolutely reliable and easily applied. And a large consignment of the best quality Hair for Switches, Transformations, and all designs of hair work. Every shade can be perfectly matched. Private rooms. 256 Lambton Quay—Advt. .

Anti-Cerman League. A mooting oi : the executive of the Women's Anti-German League was held in the League rooms in Hannah's Buildings yesterday afternoon. Correspondence of an important nature was road and dismissed, and it was decided that it should be held over for further proof before making it public. It was also dccided that the public meeting which was to have been held shortly should bo indefinitely postponed. As all the executive members have been nsked to give addresses during the Patriotic Exhibition a letter to that effect is to be forwarded to the Mayoress. Members and friends who are not able to visit the league rooms during the daytime will find them open on Wednesday and Friday evenings from half past seven, and all infoimation concerning the objects of the league will be supplied. \

Madame du Busson has returned to Wellington from her ■ holidays and resumes teaching forthwith.

Miss Sorlase, who will be resuming her dancing classes about the middle of March, has moved to 190 Vivian Street.

Mrs. Strickland (Miss Gertrude Hunt), and her little daughter, who liavo been the guests of Mrs. Mano'y, of Motueka, are now staying with Mrs. W. M. Hannay, The Terrace. Mrs. Strickland is likely to be in Wellington for some time.

Mrs-. Morrison, of Rarotonga, and her daughter, who are over on a- visitto New Zealand, leave to-day for Auckland

The usual monthly meeting of the committee of the Countess of Liverpool l r und was held in the Mayoress's room at the Town Hall .yesterday morning, Mrs. Luke presiding. Several matters' in connection with the work were discussed and arrangements were made regarding the annual general meeting of subscribers, members, and all interested in the fund's work, which is to bo held in the Town Hall next Monday evening at eight o'clock. 'Aree new members were, added to the conunitt.ee, viz., Mrs. Asliingdon, Mrs. Purdy, and Miss Fra-ser.

Two delegates wgre appointed by the committee to represent it at the Countess of Liverpool Fund Conference, which is to be held in 'Wellington on March 1. Her Excellency the Countess of Liverpool will preside. These dole&ates will be Mrs. Townsend and Mrs. L. '0. li. Tripp.. Several .important matters in connection with the work will bo dealt' with, and it is likely that the work will be more co-ordinated.

The usual supply of cake and other things likely to be appreciated by the ioen was sent by the Countess of Liverpool Committee for the men of the Ilifle Battalions, ~as well as gramaphones, records, magazines, books and papers, etc. Several cases of gifts were also sent away by the committee for the men at the front, these cases containing shirts, socks, and various comforts.

Miss Robieson (Masterton) is visiting Wellington.

Mrs. Howard Booth (Carterton) is visiting Wellington.

Mrs. F. Neville (Feilding) is visiting friends in Wellington.

Mrs. Cox (Nelson) is visiting Wellington.

Make the very best of the face, neck, and hair you have; it is all you will get. Miss Milfiom, Specialist, recommends' her famous preparations; they are the very best, and at small cost. Full particulars and information ' on each package. These instructions . have been made as simple as possible, and no one will experience the slightest difficulty in thoroughly mastering the correct methods of individual culture and care of oneself. Call or write for price list, and make full inquiry. No charge whatever for advice. ' All hair work undertaken. Hair fashions and ornaments exhibited. Electrolysis, Manicuring. Miss Milsom, 94 Willis Street (4 doors past "Evening Post"). Telephone 814—Advt.

Just right for boys in hot weather— the Washing Tunic and 'Varsity Suits we are clearing at 2s. lid. to os.' lid. To fit boys 2i years to 7 years. Geo; I'owlds, Ltd.—Advt.

Wedding Announcement.—Beautiful roses and tho choicest of flowers only are used when designing wedding bouquets, which I make a speciality of. Packed and forwarded through {he Dominion. Miss Murray, Vice-Regal Floriste, 36 Willis Street.—Advt.

Ladies, when passing, see the. smart show of 2s. Gd. Ties at . Price's, 54 Willis Street.—Advt.

In the last number of tho "Ladies' l''iold" an exceedingly inleic,sting series of photos is given showing what somo women aj'o doing i'or the war. A staff oi sfine forty to fifty limiting women aro employed under tiie Remount department at the convalescent remount depot, under tile control ot Mr. Cecil Aldin, Master of the South Berkshire flunt, who is now District Remount Officer for Berkshire, and is responsible for the control, organisation, and care of tho "soft and unlit" horses sent to tlieso depots us oonvalcscents, where they aro conditioned and subsequently issued to troops under orders from tho Remount- department. The whole of the stable work and exercising is dono by the stalf tinder tiie control of a head woman, selected by Mr. Aldin, and who issues orders to her stable "lads" exactly as in a racing stable, and is generally responsible for the management of her particular depot. All exercising is done under her control, horses being sent out in a string, tho time and pace being regulated by a head "riding lad," who is in charge on the roads. No side saddles are allowed, and no men are employed. In this particular depot nearly 100 horses are fed, watered, exercised in saddle, and stables done daily. Besides this work horses have to be met at the station am! taken off trains when coming into the depot, and also put 011 trucks for issue to units when lit. This is dono under the supervision and selection of the district remount officer. The ladies engaged in this work are lodged in the villages adjoining the depots, and are aN paid wages to ensure proper control. These depots have now been under Mr. Aldin's supervision for some months, and have issued ' many hundreds of horses "fit" to troops. They are inspected constantly by the Director of Remounts, General Sir William Birkbeck, and by inspectors of remounts, etc. Not- only have these women's depots released many men for active service, but it has also been proved that the convalescent horses, do excellently under their quiet handling and careful stable management. In addition news comes of tho fact that the war has caused a scarcity of riding masters, and posts of this kind are being, filled by women. Recently in tho London parks a woman has been seen acting as_ riding mistress for parties of young / officers who have joined the Royal Horse Artillery and othor mounted regiments. She has under her tuition half a dozen young men whom she is carefully coaching in tho. management of horses.