WOMAN'S WORLD.

Dominion, Volume 9, Issue 2816, 6 July 1916, Page 2

WOMAN'S WORLD.

MATTERS OF INTEREST FROM FAR AND NEAR.

(By Imogen.)

SOCIAL AND PERSONAL

Wedding at Newtown, Tho Nowtown Congregational Clniroh was well filled yesterday afternoon _to witness the marriage of Miss Marion Bold, third daughter of Mr. E. Bold, Land Purchase officer, Public Works Department, to Mr. Elwyn F. Evans, of tho engineering branch of the same Department, In recognition of tho long iiud active participation of the bride and bridegroom in its various organisations, the oburoli was tastefully decorated and the choir assembled to assist in the ceremony, which wa6 fully choral, and conducted by tho Hev. W. A. Evans, father of the bridegroom. The brldo's dress was of crepe de chine, with pearl trimmings and she carried a shower bouquet of freesias, narcissus and heath, with maidenhair and asparagus fern. The two bridesmaids, Misses Alice and Connie Bold, sisters of tho bridej wore wliitq sillc costumes and carried bouquets of violets and freesias. Mr. J. Evans, eldor brother of tho bridegroom, acted as best man with Mr. Vryn Evans as groomsman. The wedding breakfast and reception took placo at the residence of the bride's parents, and Mr. and Mrs. E. F. Evans left by tho evening's steamer tor Christchurch, en route for their new home at Greymouth. Entertaining the Japanese Sailors, Tho interior of the Town Hall presented an interesting sight to tho onlooker yesterday afternoon, ' wlioji the Mayor an<l Mayoress, assisted by their Lntertainmeut Committee, entertained a very largo party of petty 'officers and men from tho Azuma. • The flag of the Rising Sun, together with those of the Allies, decorated the stage and the galleries, and on the former were also pot plants and foliage. Numbers of long tables ran lengthwise and aoross tho room, and on each wero decorations of flowers, a fact that appeared, from the comments of the men, to be appreciated. Each table was fully occupied by its complement of guests, who were in charge of Lieut.Goniniander Orita. -A little party of returned' wounded soldiers visited the scene, and appeared to find muoh to interest them in tho gathering. As may be imagined from tho numbers present, the ' ladies who wero assisting the Mayoress .bad a very busy time, and the enjoyment on sides appeared to bo mutual. Nor did the Japanese sailors, many of them, fail to present their hostesses with souvenirs of the occasion, and many of the latter wero to bo seen decorated with. little flags or el6e in possession of signed postcards, Japanese coins (which they had exchanged for their .own), etc. Each of tho sailors in return. was presented with a tiny little New Zealand flag, which ho pinned on his coat. . In spite of the. fact'that perhaps only ono at a ta.blc could speak English a mutual understanding appeared to be quickly found, and much amusement at times prevailed. 'Towards the end of tho afternoon the sailors sang several Japanese songs, and gavo banzais for their hostesses 'with the utmost vigour.

A speech, in complimentary terms, was made by tho Mayor (Mr. ,f. P. Luke), and in return Lieutenant-Commander Orita, in thnnking tho Mayoress and her assistant ladies for the hospitality which had been' offered tho sailors, spoko as •follows"Mrs. Mayoress and Ladios,— May I liavo the honour to express just a few words on behalf of the potty officers and. men of tho Japanese ship Azuma, to thank you for your kind reception given, to us. Wo have heard of New Zealand so long time in its beauty and the hospitality ,of the peoplo. Tliere•foro, Wellington was dreamed as ono of tho most attractive ports in this cruising. We are quito aware that every possible effort was taken to weloome lis by the citizens, and wo had over happiest timo in our stay in this charming harbour of Wellington. Again, thanks for your kindest and hoarticst welcome, and espeoially for your excellent reception given to ns this afternoon. Now Ido proposo to our petty oflicers and men to stand up and give throe cheers of Banzai for the health of Mrs. Mayoress and the ladies representing the citizens." Cheors and the singing of tho National Anthems concluded the afternoon, which lasted till 5 p.m. Excellent musio was provided by tlio Trentham Camp Band, and in tlio evening tho. Japanese Naval Baud and tho Tramways Band provided the music.

Commander O. Nagano, of tho Iwate, was in charge of the evening's party which consisted of about four hundredmen. Refreshments wero again served and speeches were mado by tho Mayor, by Commander Nagano and tho Mayoress. Tho exoitement among the. sailors was intense when they learnt that two of the ladies who wero assisting in *heir entertainment could spenk Japanese,, having lived in Japan for about five'or six years. Needless to say their services were in great requisition. Cheers and the sing, ing of tho National Anthems again concluded the entertainment.

Inquiries are being made from the police authorities in the United Kingdom ■ and tho United States of America as to tho working of the system of women polico in thoso countries. On receipt of the desired information, the question of. appointing women police, in New Zealand, will be considered by the Government.

Quietly, but nevertheless successfully, the worlc of the Red Cross shop in Woodward Street proceeds week by week helping in considerable measure, the relief funds. To-day (Thursday) tho Lyall Bay ladies are in charge, and the supplies tliey are offering include fruit and honicniado cake, scones, etc., etc. All public support is greatly uppreciated. Mrs. W. Sefton Moorhouse, president of tho Wellington Nursing .Division, St. John Ambulance Brigade Overseas, ami St. John Ambulance Nursing Guild, wishes to thauk Mrs. 'Griffiths, Roxburgh Street, and Mrs. Walker,' Cuba Street, for parcels of knitted pyjama girdles j also Mrs. Barber, Ilobson Street, for bed i socks for the Red Cross work in conj motion with the abovo societies. ! Mrs. Denniston '.(Christchurch) is visitiug Wellington, ANSWERS TO CORRESPONDENTS. (By arrangement with Mrs. Eolleston, Hair Physicfcn and Face Specialist. Qualified London and Paris.) ; "G.W.N." (Pnhintua).—l am linablo to ndviso anything but electrolysis for the permanent removal of superfluous hair. U'o have in stock ii preparation that is really better than any depilatory, but ia .only recommended for temporary removal. Electrolysis is quito painless and permanent. "M.lj." (Afarton).—l should recommend you to have your hair thoroughly shampooed and dried before applying any form of lmir slain. Tlio English Im-, perial Hair Stain (is. 6d.) is the best, and is . tho easiest to apply. Tako a small toothbrush, and evenly distribute the dye over tho grey hair. "I.lt."—You should be careful to a], ways wasli your hands and face in 'soft— preferably rain—water, especially in winter time. A good face cream rubbed in well at nights and before going into the cold air will prevent chapping. Further replies by letter. , Mrs. Rolleston, 256 Lainbton Quay, Wellington.— Advt.

War Victims' Relief Society.

Tlio Kclburn brunch ot tlio War Victims' Belief Society has sunt its first largo case of 240 garments to Eittlwid. Tho contents will bo distributed by tho Society of Friends, whoso practical help has been so much valued by tho distressed and homeless ill France iwd else- | where, Now members willmf? to contribute n garment ft ra ? n j . coined, and also Rifts of useful clothing. Tho Colonial Carrying Companj Kindly ■give valunblo help in ™V°V'! warding the owes, and also in collecting largo parcels. Parcels should be loft with Mrs, F. Barclay, l® UpUnd Itoad, Kclburn. National Registration. The preliminary testa conducted by Miss Phoebe Myers under tho " B5 of the Women's National Reseive, in connection with tho Ikgistration, will bo oompletad to-day. will he three sessions-one from 10 a.m. to mid-day, another from 2 p.m. to 4 p%." wd'ihe third from 7 p.ip. to I p.m. Any who have failed to ft ttend, may present themselves at ono of tho above sessions, Charley's Aunt Social Club. Another of the Charley's Aunt Social' Club's evenings was held in the club s rooms in Courtenay Place last night. There was. ft good attendance of mombers and friends, and Mr. 33. JI. Cavell occupied the chair. As usual an enjoyable programme had been organised for the entertainment of thoso present Contributing to it were the following:—Overture, the club's orchestra; songs, MrMerrill, Miss Lenzini, Mr, Laslott Exton. Mr, Sigurd Lestrup, Mr. • L. •C. Barnes, Miss M. luitner; trio, Misses Turner and Mr, N. Watson; musical monologue, Miss Betty ' Purdom;_anu song and daiicf) in' costume, Miss Hazel Ilardwicka; dramatic recital/ Mr. Hielceness; flute solo, Miss Nellie Sniip6on. A comedietta woa token part in b.v. Mies Galliehan and Miss F. Qow. Supper was served midway in the programme, and tho singing, of the National Anthem ended a, very pleasant evening. N.Z, Natives' Association Ladies' Guild. Mrs. M'Vicar presided over the weekly meeting of tho New Zealand Natives As-, sociation Ladies' Guild, which was held at' the Natives' Hall, on Tuesday evening. The reports from the different committees were very satisfactory. . The result of tho 'jumble sale organised by Mosdamos Bull and Itountree was excel-, lent, a substantial amount being realised. A hearty vote of thanks was aoqorded these two ladies who worked so hard to mako the saio a success, and also to their assistants. Tho ladies of tho guild will hold a social at their hall in Tory Street on Wednesday next,. . : , ' • . "Social" at Dyervllle. On the evening of June 30 the residents of Dyerville and surrounding . districts, mot in the Public Hall to bid farewell to Trooper- .Clifford Waugh, . who leaves shortly for tho front. Mr. H. Daysh presented tho guest of the evening with a wristlet watch. Trooper Waugh briefly gave thanks for the gift and good wishes expressed. Songs were sung.'by Mrs. J. Waugh (Kahutara) and- by Mr. 11. Daysh. Dancinp also formed part of the. 1 evening's entertainment, music being supplied by Mrs. Nicholson'. Extras were played by Misses Chisholm- and Amos. Supper was provided by tho ladies-of the disI trict, and a very pleasant evening .was j spent. i His Trousseau, 'Die soldier's trousseau bids fair to rival that of tho bride ■ elect (says anAustralian'. paper). , When be loaves to marry that stem .'but beautiful bride, "Duty," he has sometimes a wonderful array of treasures. Ono man who is on the eve of leaving for- active service has. u "glory box" containing 36 pairs of knitted socks of marvellous patterns and hues, mufflers; balaclavas, kneecaps; mittens, cholera, belts, washers, Cardigan jackets, pyjamas, handkerchiefs, cakea of soap, wristlet watches, writing cases, wallets, electric torches, smoking utensils, otc. Ho is arranging to have the6o sent —after him in relays, each with the donor's name attached to it, '

Miss Drummond, who for over eight years 'has been on tho nursing staff of the Sunnyside Mental Hospital, ' has left to take up nursing duties at tha Seacliffo'. Mental Hospital. Before her departure she was .presented with a dressing oase, ■ and wishes were expressed for her success in'her new position.". Miss M. Smith is the guest of Mrs. E, Bredon, Kaupo Park, Canterbury., Tho Empire Nurses' Red Cross Club at .Cairo, which has now attained a membership of nearly 900 nurses, has only befn in existence a few months. Jho club is extremely proud of a gift from the Queen, which was sent out to Egypt. It consists of a iargß box of books and games for the nso of tho members, and inside was a card upon which was written, in Her Majesty's own handwriting, "With best/wishes from tho Queen for tho Empire Nurses' Ked Cross. Club." A jumblo sale, organised by members of the Y.W.C.A. for the benefit of their work for the soldiers, is to take placo on Saturday afternoon in St. Thomas's Schoolroom, Newtown. Contributions of goods will be vory gladly received and should be left at the Y.W.C.A. rooms in Herbert Street.

Hospital. Life oil the Canal. In the courso'of.a letter, written..by an Australian officer from a.Suez Caual Hospital, and (published in-the Sydney ''Sun," the ..writer says:— . "The greatest!' trouble with most'of the patients in liosjiital, and particularly the Australian, is to keep them in bell the requisite The sisters, who never tire in their I6fforts to comfort us, have tlio life worriM out of them trying to find the varicms r chaps who are missing fromv'.bed. Ajid what a time our-boys give, the T/uniergees! 'Ta-ala-heena'— you'll hoar away at the other end of the the building,, and along goes the gyppie at the double. 'Ta-ala-heena J you'll hear at the other end;"'and tack he comes; then a'chocius from everywhere, ft is the,only Arabic that'most of us kno\y, and. means!,' Come here!' "These h-Vack fellows do all the orderly duties. They take temperature registrations, administer medicine; in fact, <lo everything, and are really very smart at their business. But they are the outside edge of roguery. They will turn you over to fix your bed and at the same tinm sneak your handkerchief from under ycfur pillow, and. then swear by Allah the(y did hot see it. Any. odd cigarettes oi* tobacco lying about have also a nasty little habit of straying into their ponkets. Should you discover .them in the act they are immediately reported lo;-T|a. Hah, the-head tumergee, a ivory pojrtly Arab gentleman,, weighing "in the; vicinity of 1951., with fierce musta Chios'-and rod fez,'who nhvays. carries about niitb him a long'beating cane. The culprit .'is dealt with'' bv Ta Hah to the extent/of 10 or, 20 cuts about the legs nnd o(iher parts—mostly other parts, though j This sort of thing is part ot their daily existence, and they ouite expedt 3!. • ■. " "TMils hospital is situated in the desert right i jit the head of the Gulf of Suez, 'withi/iii sight of the port of disembarkation. "Miist of the cases dealt with here are transport cases and permanently disabled! men awaiting clcaranqe for hospital Mtips for Australia! ..Huts containing (beds are erected all over the grounds for joonvalescents, while ■ the more • serious; cases are indoors. "QjTiite a strange sight here is to see a caravan of camols 'bringing in patients fronj the different desert" outposts. They sling long, stretcher-like platforms on a .sad<Ue along the camel's sides, in which the.;, patients lie, and. are in that manjieri transported for many miles. across ■thef groat desert wastes.V "'The food received in these hospitals is nujite good. Plenty of (he • best, although vegetables do not abound here as in Australia. Spaghetti, macaroni and other such foods are substituted. .Poultry is an every-day issue; 1 and is quito lip to par, except perhaps wlujn what is known- locallv as a canal-runner finds lr/s way in. The canal-runner, by' tho vtay, is a bird that has thrown his youth Ix l hiik! him, and was formerly employed Tjmning the mail between ;Poi't Said and Suez, but. through adverse circumstances Tnas finished his race in the stew pot. 'Uhie, anyhow, was . the doctor's version of a bird dislied up to us the other night. Talking of the doctor, he is coming alone now on his final visit for the night. 'Well,' he asks, 'everybody doing all Tight; any complaints ,to "make?' He ' iueets with an; unanimous chorus of 'Are we downhearted—No!'"

Sow Zealand is known as "a nation of tea-drinkers," and the tea that is pre-, ferred by New. Zealanders' discriminat-' ;ing taste is "Desert Gold," the Qnetn {•of Teas. Get ,; a packet to-day— Advt. : Indispensable for the toilet is "Sydftl," j" n softening, soothing, refreshing emollient that preserves the natural clearness , and transparency of the skin; and, keeps • both hands and face. in perfect oondi-' ; tion. Ladies find it delightfully sooth-' ... ing on- hands, arms, and face after a ■ .'jaunt into the country or down to the seaside. 2s. buys a-three .months' supply. At all chemists and. stores.—Advt.-

The Patriotic Cake Room. At a meeting of the committee of the Miramar Ladies' Golf CLul> Patriotio (Jake Room it was decider} to send, ,£SO to No. 1 Stationary, Hospital, .£SO to No. 2 Stationary Hospital, .£SO to the British Red Cross i'or extra comforts for the wounded soldiers, and .£25 to the Victoria Hospital, Newtown, also for extra comforts for our wounded soldiers. This money has been made from the sale of hoincrmade cakes and sweets on. one day a week—every- Friday. Mrs. Filth and her 'committee.' desire to express their- appreciation and thanks to all those . who . send .contributions ■to this room, No. 8, Hannah's Buildings, and appeal for uioje gifts of cakes, sweets, fruit; eggs, "butter qv any kind of produce, livery penny made in this room is for the . Wounded Soldiers' Fund, and the appeal for this good work should not be in vain. The Cake Room has contributed in addition to the above sums mentioned -£151 to the' Mayor's Fund for Wounded Soldiers. : -n Patriotic. Cake Room. , The committefe of . the Patriotic Cake Room acknowledge, with thanks, gifts of home-made cakes, sweets, etc., from the following .'.donors:—Mr. and Mrs. Firth, Mesdames Smitton, Askew, Badhani, Findlay, A. Myers, Nannestad, ,T. Burton, G. Fulton, Finoli, Holmes, Palmer, W. Gavin, Jenness, B. L. Taylor, Isaacs, A. W. Blair. W. F. Ward, Hamer, Hurst, F._ H. Johnson, J. M'Lean, It. Wilson, Misses Gavin, .Kirkcaldie, Cameron, Clayton, Wheeler (2), M'Kellar, Didsbury, Massey, Rose, M'Monamen, Drummond, Saunders, Chalmers, Richardson, Macintosh, Pearson, Webb, von Dadelszen, Davies, Mack, Sidey, "Anonymous," .£l.

Mrs. T. Be van (Manaka'u), Miss StuartFortea (Lower Hutt), and Miss Ethel Royilhousc, who have been spending the last five weeks in the Hinemoa visiting tno lighthouses in the/North Island, have returned to Wellington. The trip was a most.delightful one, and most interesting.- '

The wedding took place in the Trinity Methodist Church, Napier, of Miss A. L. Jarretl, second daughter of Mr. R. O, Jarrett, physical culturist, of Masterton. to Mr. F. J. Dobson, son of Mr. and Mrs. W. Dobson, of Lansdown, Masterton. The Rev. T..K. Richards performed the ceremony. .'

Dr. and Mrs. Graham Robertson, who had been visiting Napier, left for Wellington on Tuesday, Dr. Robertson having to report at Trent ham for further duties.

Mr. aiid Mrs-'Ginn, formerly of Melbourne, have come to Wellington, and liave taken a homo on Taiavera Terrace. Mrs. Ginn is likely to provo an acquisitioh to musical circles in Wellington. Besides studying singing in England, she has been a pupil, of Madame Molba's in Melbourne. .

The wedding takes placc next month in Wellington Of Miss Grace Roydliouse, youngest daughter of Mr. W. I'. Rovdiiouso, of Carterton, to Mr. Howard Jackson, son of Mr. W. H. Jackson, of Masterton. «

What a woman is searching'for today, yet no one guides her. .How, 4an she prepare ierself'fdr dinners, theatres, parties, etc., and act as naturally as our great grandmothers did in the eighteenth century? How and now. ' Let,her take twenty minutes of Miss Milsom's- instructions, and she can go home and attend her. household, duties- without fear of loss of that which nature gave her; becanso this well-known specialist teaches how best to preserve the facial contour of youth, curve of chin and neck, lustre and . colour of hair, keep delicate hands and shaipely nails.. Advice gratis. All hair and face preparations Btocked. If you cannot call, write so you can attend yoursolf in your own home. ■ Miss Milsom,' Barnett's Buildings, 94 Willi9 Street. Telephone 811.—Advt.

Ladies! Many smart lines ( of Silk Scarves, Sleeping Suits, etc., are here for your inspection. Coine right inside whether you wish to purchase, or not. Price's Store,.'Willis Street.—Advt. '