WOMAN'S WORLD

Dominion, Volume 9, Issue 2739, 6 April 1916, Page 3

WOMAN'S WORLD

(Continued, from Pago 2.) Melba in Auckland. ' The men who frequent tho Auckland Soldiers' Club—an ever-increasing band —were visited by Madame Melba, who is a passenger by tho Niagara 011 hei homeward journey from Vancouver. Mrs. E. R. Bloonifiekl and other ladies interested in the-club accompanied tho famous diva. The party were escorted to the billiard-room, wliere soldiers were playing, smoking or conversing. "Stand up," urged one of the in an Irish whisper, but all uneasiness tvas brush* ed aside by a suggestion from one of the ladies that wounded soldiers should retain the comfort of their seats. A number of the men were introduced to Madame Melba, with whom they were induced to chat cmite freely about their experiences at Gallipoli and elsotyhere.. "Were you gassed?" was asked of several and all gave replies. Madame explained that in Fiji (where tho Niagara called) she met a who had tasted, the Germans' poisonous gas, and his sufferings were indescribable. As the visitors were leaving, and. at the call of the manager, the soldiers fxavo three cheers, twice over,' for Madame, Melba. 1

When in Suva, Madame Melba jrave a Red Cross concert, which •■resulted in the fund being enriched by over £400. Her tour through' America was remarkable for-the enthusiasm with which the famous singer was everywhere greeted, and it was .while she "was .in Ottawa that she was decorated by the Duke of Connaught with' tho Order of a Lady of Grace of St. John of Jerusalem, _ bestowed by King George in recognition of her services on behalf of Red. Cross work. Owing to her bereavement, Madame Melba made no public appear amce in 'Auckland _ during hcr > brief stay, but after resting at home in Australia she intends to visit Neiv Zealand again about next October, when she will j give some concerts in accordance with her promise to the Red Cross Society.

Amongst the guests staying at the Grand Hotel, Eotorua, are:—Mr. and' Mrs. Webber (Johannesburg), Mr. and Mrs. Groome (Hawke's Bay), Mr. and Mrs. and the Misses Nelson (Woodville), Mr. and Mrs. Lloyd Hammond (Rata), Mrs: Hassell (Hastings), Mr. and' Mrs. It. Levin (Feildi'ng). Mrs. Martin, of Palmerston North, whose husband, Dr. Martin, has left on I his. return to the front, is visiting Wellington, and is the guest of Mrs. A. [ Gray, Brougham Street. At the close of a meeting which was held by the Christchurch branch of the Countess of-Liverpool Fund on Tuesday, the Mayor, Mrs. Holland, presented Mr. and Mrs. C. H. Gilby, wno have acted as secretary treasurer, respectively, since the.inception 'of the organisation, but who through pressure of other work are resigning, witli a rose bowl. This memento ol tho esteem in which their services are held is of massive silver, and bore the inscription, "Presented to Mr. and Mrs. C. H. Gil-' :by by the Lady Liverpool Committee in recognition of their valuable services as honorary secretary. , and treasurer. ' arch, 1916." A' "social" and dance, organised by members of the Ladies' Guild of tho New Zealand Natives' Association, was held in the Tory Street Hall last evening. Special guests of honour wero a party of returned soldiers from the Victoria Hospital, who were convoyed thorc and back again :in motors provided by the Guild. Musical contributions were sandwiched in between the dances, among, the contributors being: Mrs. Hempton, Miss M. Cattell,' Miss Butler, and Mr. E. M'lntyre. Supper was handed round about ten o'clock and a very pleasant and successful evening was passed. The committee responsible for the. arrangements con-' sisted of Mrs. M'Vicar of the Guild), Mrs. Cooper, Mrs. Richards, Mvs. Kusab, Mrs. Windsor, Sirs. Sutter, Mrs. Pye, and Mrs. Fumess (secretary). The latest and the mode of these everchanging- times—Parisian Bloom (Fraiclipuv, Paris, Reg.), as distributed by Miss Milsom, sole agent. This beautiful,' hygienic and novel preparation gives a natural bloom and healthy, fresh appearance to the complexion. Used by the best and made of the best. Price, 3s. Gd. box. Sole Proprietors all "Cultene" skin preparations—the Skin Pood 35., the Balm 3s. 6d. Write for hair'preparations, cbmpleto outfits for dry, 'greasy, grey and faded hair. All liairwork. Perfect match and texture • guaranteed. Miss Milsom, _91 Willis Street' (4' doors past "Evening Post"). Telephone 814. —Advt. Wedding Announcement.—Beautiful rosea and the choicest of flowers only are used when designing wedding bouquets, which I make a speciality of. Packed and forwarded through the Dominion. Misa Murray. Vice-Begal Florists, 36 Willis 6 treat.—Advt.

Domestic Training institute. Mr. Holnian, Premier of New South Wales, made an announcement recently in connection with tho purchase by the Government of Scarba, a large Bondi residence, for tho purpose of a domestio training institute for young girls from oversea, and the temporary housing of female immigrants (states the "Sydney Morning Herald"). ; "Immigration is largely _ suspended on account of tho war," said Mr. Hoiman, "but a certain amount ill the shape of the introduction of domestic servants still goes 011, and the diminshed activities of tho Immigration Department are concentrated upon this particular phase now. This_ institution, 111 addition to being a training school for domestic workers, .will accommodate immigrant women who are in need of temporary accommodation, either immediately upon arrival or when awaiting re-employment." The obtaining of Scarba is part of a general project to give inexperienced young girls from oversea a few months practical training in housework before placing them in domestic employment here. 111 this way it is anticipated that girls much younger than those usually recruited can be brought out and given a training that will enable them to secure positions in the best houses. Mr. Percy Hunter, in the course of a special report upon the subject, states: "We have in this State, of course, a scheme covering tho introduction and agricultural training of lads, and I am satisfied that the Government will _be 011 perfectly safe grounds in_ extending its policy to include the bringing out of girls from 16 to 21 years _of age pledged to accept domestic service, and affording them,. where _ necessary, at least three months' training in domestic work before placing them Hi approved homes."

A sale of work, held in connection with the In Memoriam Presbyterian Church at Island Bay, .was opened yesterday afternoon by the Hon. J. G. W. Aitken. Brief introductory speeches were made by the Rev. R. Wood, minister in charge, and the Rev. Dr. Kennedy Elliott, after which the opening ceremony was pernrmed by Mr. Aitken. The interior (if the building had been prettily decorated and the stalls were well provided wiiii lorh useful and ornamental goods of all descriptions. In addition to produce, fancy work and plain sewing, a jumble stall, sweets, flowers, toys, etc., there was a stall for ic.a creams and cool drinks, and the tearoom was well patronised. Donations for these stalls were received by Mesdamcs M'Leod, Batli, Odlin, Shand, Mills, Dewhurst, Ameer, R. Wood, and M'Farlaue, the ladies in charge. Apology for his unavoidable-absence was made by Mr. Aitken on behalf of tho Rev.' W. Shirer. The proceeds of tho sale, go towards the Manse Fund.

The first meeting for the year of the Wellington North Nursing Division was held in Aldous's Buildings last evening. The Countess of Glasgow presided, and in opening the proceedings welcomed the new members, of whom there are a , considerable number, and expressed the hope that everyone would continue to show, the same enthusiasm and energy in carrying on patriotic work for tho' new year as they had shown in the past. The splendid work which was being done in Nathan's Buildings by Mrs. Peat, Mrs. Preston, and the other ladies, was also mentioned, and Lady Glasgow hoped that members would continue their activities, in this direction. A vote of thanks to Mr. Aldous, who has placed a room at the disposal of the Division for their meetings, was passed. Mrs. Reill.y was elected first officer. , \ LADIES! For Race Wear, we are showing a smart raugo of lovely Silk Scarves, in khaki, vicux rose, prey, blue, etc. Call in at Herb. Price's.—Advt. All who have already used "SYDAL" (Wilton's Hand Emollient) need not read this. If yc-n have chapped hands or lips rub "SyDAL" well in you retire, next morning r--'. in warm water end note the result. All Chemists and Stores, Is. 6d.—Advt. .We can show thrifty parents a fine range of boys' and youths' overcoats", 10s. 6d. to i! 2. Geo. Fowlds, Ltd., Manners Street.—Advt.