WOMAN'S WORLD.

Dominion, Volume 9, Issue 2830, 22 July 1916, Page 4

WOMAN'S WORLD.

(By ImoqenO

MATTERS OF INTEREST FROM FAR AND NEAR.

SOCIAL AND PERSONAL

Resolutions Re War Regulations,

The monthly meeting of tho Wellington Central W.C.T'.li. was held in tho Y.M.C'.A. rooms yesterday, Sirs. A. 1!. Atkinson in the chair. The treasurer reported that the sum. of J;S2 7s. lOd. had beeu forwarded for' Mrs. Leo-Cowie's Patriotic Eund. Mrs. Nnnmo' reported that the response to the appeal for comforts for the mino-sweepers of the North Sea. had surpassed all expectations, the contributions being og excellent make and quality, The following resolutions were passed:—"That this Wellington Central Union deeply regrets the refusal of the Education Board to accept the prizes offered by this union for essays based upon the Temperance War-sheets. It regrets also that tho Headmasters' Association should fail to support the efforts that the Minister of Education is making to bring our education system into line with tho foremost educational methods by equipping every child with thorough instruction in tho relation of alcohol to the human body." The third resolution was: "That this union resents deeply 'the attempt of several members of Parliament during the second reading. debate upon the War Regulations Bill, as reported in the newspapers, to make it appear that six o'clock closing, was asked for on account of drunkenness among soldiers. This is demanded solely as a war measure, 011 tho ground, of national economy and efficiency, the petitioners believing that the struggle in. which tho Empire is engaged is so serious that the waste on alcoholic liquors and similar inxuries constitutes a distinct menace at a time when every penny and every ounce of efficiency may be needed to ensure victory." Yet another resolution of the District W.C.T.'U. emphatically repeated the demand that any powers to deal with venereal diseases should be designed and passed by Parliament, not left..to regulation by the Gov-crnor-iii-Council. Presentation to Miss Wheeler.. A very pleasant, little function took place at the Roman Catholic Women's Hostel in Thompson Street on Saturday last, when'a number of friends entertained Ifiss Wheeler, the popular houso secretary, at a musical evening. An entertaining programmo of vocal and instrumental items was given, and was much enjoyed by tho. largo gathering. During tlio evening, Mr. Girling-Butcher spoke of the excellent work done by Miss Wheeler in connection with the liostel, tho Catholic Immigration Committoo, Catholic Knitting Guild, and the Diocesan Council of the federation. On behalf of -those present lie asked her acccptauce of a, travelling typewriter, and a purse containing a sum of money for tlio purchase of necessary supplies of stationery, as a small recognition of her kindly zeal and energy. Miss Wheeler l.rielly returned 'thanks. An excellent supper was then served, and tho singing of tho National Anthem brought the proceedings to a close. A Farev/ell at Waihoanga. Mr. and Mrs. E. Palmer, of "Gienarili'e," Waihoanga, who are leaving the district, were given a farewell in the schoolhouse, Wuihoariga, last Wednesday evening. The building was tilled to overflowing. The first part of the evening was devoted to progressive euchre, tho lirst prizes being won Lv Mrs. Blancliard (a silver-mounted vase) and Mr. M. Morran (a silver-pla'ied inkstand). TIIO dummy prize was won by Mr. j: Jepson 1 l:i, surprise box), and Miss AT. Jepson (a vase). Prior to supper, occasion was taken to present Mr. aud Sirs. Palmer with a travelling rug. Mr. ,T. Jepson made the presentation in a happy speecli eulogising Mr. and Mrs. Palmer's many good qualities, aud their great services to the district. Mr. Palmer responded. Then by special request Mrs. Palmer sang "My Ain Folk," with 1111 encore number "Island of Dreams."" Dancing then look place lo excellent music played .by Mr. tin It and Airs, F. Barclay, recitations and songs being rendered between tile dances. About •! a.m. the gathering dispersed alter singing "Auld l.ang Syne" and "God Save the King," the company giving ringing cheers to speed tho parting guests. The evening was the most successful yet held in the district, and- too much praise cannot be given to Trooper E. Jepson. who organised the whole affair so admirably, assisted by Messrs. Dorset, Morran, Stalidish, Blaiieliai'd, M'Faul, Clark, and other.-!. The ladies of tho district provided two dainty suppers during the course of the night.

Mr. Henry Sanders, younge.-.t sou of Mr. Frederick George Sanders, of the linn of Sanders Bros., was quietly married to Miss Evelyn.Alice Clarke, daughter ot Mr. Charles Clarke, of Oxford West, on Wednesday afternoon, at St. M'ark'.-i Church. The Rev. P. Askew officiated. Airs. John Barton, of Trentham, is slaying at. I lie Hotel Cecil for a few weeks. The A'ictorian estate of the late. Airs. Hall, wile of William llall, the Mount Morgan .millionaire, .is ■valued at ,CGl(U23.—Press Association. Airs. Herbert Rose, of AVoodville, and her daughter, Miss Mollic Rose, are. in town, and are staying at the Hotel Cecil.

A NSW'GRS TO COR RES PONDENTS. [By Arrangement with Mrs. Rolleat.on, Hair Physician and Face Specialist. Qualified London and Paris.] /" 111 response to numerous inquiriM the following is mv scale of charges:—. £ ?. d. Manicuring 0 I A Clipping and Singeing 0 1 (I Shampooing fi 2 fi Shampooing with Friction 0 1 ti Course Scalp Treatment '. 1 1 (I Course Face Treatment .1 10 Single Treatments (I .'I (i Single Treatment, .Special (I !i 0 ll|aiidressing and AVaving I) 2 (i lifsson in II iirdressing 0 5 0 Permanent: Removal of Superfluous Hair 0 5; 0 liair Staining and Tinting from II 10 li Henna Shampooing 0 7 (i Henna Stain, from 110 Spacious Private Rooms, 25G Lambton Quay, Wellington.—Advt.

Worth inspecting! Herb. Price's splendid line of 2s. Gd. Ties. A big variety of colourings and designs to choose from. Call in to-day—Advt.

Exposed as they are to all kinds of rough weather, men in training camps suffer severely from windburn and sunburn. An officer now in camp narrates )iow, after numerous preparations i:e.d beou tried, the men in his commaud got full relief and comfort from the use cf "Sydai." He had been given a sample to "try himself, and had derived so much beneiit from it that lie recommended "Sydal" to others, with tho above happy result. Therein lies further proof of the soothing, softening, healing value of this popular emollient. Price, 25., all chemists and stores.—Advt.

Red Cross Work, Tho St. John Ambulance Brigade and Red. Cross Socicty, Nathan's Buildings, acknowledge the following donations and gifts:—Petone Red Cross shop, per Miss Young, A' 34 Is. 2M.; Mrs. Roberts (sale of eggs), lis.; afternoon tea. 78 Russell Terrace, .£3; Johusonvillo National Reserve, 75., collected by ill's. Prilxhard ,!]!, anonymous donation 10s.; W.0.T.U., per Miss Holyer, 2 balaclavas; W.C.T.U., per Mts. Gardener, 1 chest protector, 1 balaclava; Whiteman's Valley School, per Mrs. L. A. Harney, (5 pillowslips, 'J handkerchiefs, 3 head bandages; Chilton House School, 23 surgical sponges, SO surgical towels. JO pillowslips, 50 handkerchiefs, 15 pillows, 7,1 bandages; 5 pairs socks, 1 pair mittens, 1 balaclava, 22 pyjama. girdles, 8 bags, 2 wallets, 10 jug covers, 23 blocks, 14 tooth brushes, D sticks of shaving soap, 1 shaving.brush, 29 pencils, 2 packets of tobacco, 3 pipes, 22 cakes of soap, 5 pairs bootlnces, 1 nail brush, 2 suits of antiseptic under-clothes, 9 packets of envelopes, magazines, 2 walking-sticks; To Mama School, per Miss Banks, S pillowslips, 8 handkerchiefs, S facecloths; Te Marna ladies, 8 suits of pyjamas, 5 bed jackets; Ormondville, li bed jackets, 6 suits of pyjamas; Miss Baber's Lower School, 23 pyjarna girdles; Mrs. Pagron, ;i shirts; .Tohnsonville School, per Miss Evans, 12 pillowslips, 21 handkerchiefs, 1 pair 60cks; Manaia Red Cross Society, 1 pair blankets, 0 pairs socks, 20 fomentation packs,, i bundles of operation cloths, 4 bundles . of tray cloths, 6G roller bandages, 15 facecloths, 1 pair bed socks, 2 shirts, 17 suits of pyjamas, 11' draw sheets, S handkerchiefs, 2 towels, G hot water bag covers, 3CO swabs, 39 pillowships, old linen; Bulls Red Cross Society, 381 bandages. 22 treasure bags, 21 facecloths, 17 handkerchiefs, 2 jug covers, 2 pillowslips, old linen, 22 swabs, 35 singlets, 15 suits of pyjamas, 31 bod jacket-V 3} pairs underpants, 35 pairs socks, G pairs bed socks, i scarves, 2 lounge suits, 11 papers; Beryl ancl Praia King, 6 pyjarna girdles; Johnsonville National Reserve. 2 pairs shoes, 2 pairs socks. 1 roll cotton wool, i pairs, bed socks, 3 fomentation packs, G pillowslips, 2 balaclavas, 3 glass 1 fnco towels, 2 cyn bandages, 3 bath Anonymous, (j girdles; Mrs. J. M. Gillespie, 129 eye bandages; Mrs. Adams, V, balaclava', 1 pairs bed socks, 2 girdles; Normal School, 11 treasure bags, 12 -jfrdies; Ngaio School Children, 3 pairs socks, 2 pairs bed socks, 11 balaclavas, 5 pairs mittens, G scarves, 12 pyjama girdies, 18 eye bandage", 6 9 ■handkerchiefs; Mr#. F. G. Carson, Kaiparoro, G bed jackuts, G undershirts, 12 handkerchiefs,

A short time ago the Miramar Ladies' Golf Club,' through their secretary, Miss M. Wheeler, 'of "Wellington Terrace, handed over a sum of .£25 to Major Deck, to be expended 011 behalf of the sick and wounded soldiers at the military wards of tlio Wellington Hospital. The money in question was part; of the patriotic •cake fund, which the members of tlio club had accumulated by the sale of cakes, etc. By its means two invaliii wheel chairs of tho most, approved pattern have been purchased, and they are already in constant use by the patients, who greatly appreciate the kindness of the donors in providing them with such useful articles.

The Superintendent of Telegraphs. Christchurch, is reported to have stated flint a school of telegraphy for girls was to be-started in the new buildings. Two largo rooms 011 the top floor are being fitted up. The superintendent is now selectinir forty girls for-the class, but this is by no means an easy task, as applicants are coming forward in. iar?e numbers. There will be. one. male instructor and one female assistant, and the girls will work six hours per day. It is expected that, from six to nine months' training will be necessary to make them efficient, ajid . when they, attain this state they will bo given appointments. . 'The superintendent remarked that 11(10 officers .of alt had left,, and these vacancies'"required n bit of filling up," so it had been found necessary to follow the lead of Wellington in establishing preparatory classes.

. How few women know of the marked change.that has taken, place in hairwork. The old, so apparently artificial, has "iven place to the new, which is scientific, hygienic, and light as air. Miss Milwnn's experience has taught her the true handling of hair, aud therefore only the best quality is used. Skilled work ensure? the finest weaving, 'consequently no heavy unhealthy pads, and a perfect match guaranteed. Consult without fee or write re jilaits,.. switches, toupees, transformations, wigs, natural liair pads and curls. So highly eliicient is this department that the hairwork made is most lifelike, and cannot be detected when worn. Write for prices and enclose pattern of hair. All face and skin preparations. Miss Milsom. Burnett's Buildings, 9t Willis Street. Telephone SHl—Advt.-

Ladies are keen shoppers. That's why Desert Gold Tea is the favourite with housekeepers. The Family Blend at Is. Ud. is wonderful value. . .The Is. lOd. and 2s. grades.are best at the prices.—-Advt.

' St. Paul's Parish Bazaar. A well-attended meeting of ladies «f St. Paul's Thornaon, was held yesterday afternoon to make arrangements for the annual bazaar. It was de-' cided to hold tho bazaar early in November, and a gift tea early in October:. Mrs... 'Knowles and; Mrs. Burton were appoint- , ed to oonfer with officials of the, Soldiers' Club with reference to the use oi' the Sydney Street schoolroom. Stalls were'ttl-, lotted, as follow:—Work , stall, Church Guild; jumble, Mrs. Warren; art, Mrs.; Larnach and' Miss Brandon; flowers, Mi&: ■ Harcouri; sweets, iMrs. C. Eichardfion produce, Mesdaines Anderson,. Shirtcliffe,' .- W. F. Ward, and Misses Rose,: Green-; ivood, and Seaton; dolls, Girls'. Club; . Christmas tree, Mrs. Lee; soldiers' comforts, Misses D. Tripe, Brandon,' and Mestayer; side shows, -Mrs.'-Warburton; refreshments, Mrs. Litchfield; novelties, Mesdames Clayton and George Tripe.' -

The Natives' Association.concert-. ar-. ranged by Mr. Calford Bell took place at Trentham Camp last,night. The'following contributed to the Madaraos Mueller 'and Mitchell,. Misses. Griffiths, Mueller, and Mr. Fergus Beeves;

Among tho guests at the Duko of Edinburgh Hotel are tho following:— Mrs. and -Miss Bevan, Otaki; Mr. Death, Otaki; Miss Butler, Melbourne; Mr. Dibble, Melbourne; Mr. and Mrs. Little, Pahiatua; Mr. Champion, Auckland ; Mr. Talbot, Auckland; Mr. Forman, Auckland; Hon. A. T. Ngata; Miss Roberts, Auckland; Mr. G. Muir, Manaia; Mr. M'Farlane, Nelson.' Miss, Gilbert (Greytown) is visiting Wellington, and is staying at Oriental Bay. ■ Miss -Cooper and Miss Moss acknowledge the following contributions to their flower stall inKouth's Buildings:—Miss •Huhffer.-'Mrs. 1 ' Waller (Auckland), Miss Hutchen, Mrs. Gordon, Miss Bristow, Mrs. A.'H. Mee, Mrs. Gooder, Miss Nora Brandon, Miss Skerrett, Mrs. Kolleston, Mrs; Arthur Martin, Mrs. Sinclair, Mrs. It. Prouse, Mrs. W. Nelson, Mrs. Wise. Mr. Chapman. For tho Ladies, we have a dependable line of black Silk Hose at ss. 6d. Unequalled for valu,e and quality! Price's Store, Willis Street.—Advt.

Wedding Announcement.—Beautiful roses and the choicest of flowers only are used when designing wedding bouquets, whioh I make a speciality of. Packed and' forwarded through the Dominion.. Miss Murray, Yice-Begal Florist, 36 Willis Street.—Advt.

WOMEN AND WAR QUESTIONS

, A MAN'S ACCUSATIONS. (Scene: A tooiiv in an office the furniture of which consists of -tables, a cabinet, files of papers, etc. The walls of tho room offer a variety of, entertainment to thtt contemplative stranger with its caricatures and sketches of ( well-known politicians decorated b.v the/office artist, naval and military heroes,/pugilists, etc. Dramatis' personae. two /hi the office staff.) : , He (with much emphasis): Will you tell l me what good it has iJoue in this country giving women the vote? She .(after a few moments'! wild and deaperato thought).: You startlfe me. Havo they jiot done .something with it-Ac liquor question, for instance, certain laws concerning tho protection of women and.children, a few things in connection with employees in. shops and factories, and so on? , . . He: Yes, yes! (waving a nowspapor energetically). I grant you that. Tliey vliave done a little there, but havo they not been asleep within the last lew months or more, that is, from a publicspirited point of view? She: Sometimes one is inclined to think so. What were you specifically thinking of? He: Look at the questions which.every woman in the land should have taken up aiyi pressed home with all their energies. What, have they been doing? What part havo they been taking in insisting upon increased separation allowances for soldiers' wives and children? Have you heard of women taking the matter up, holding meetings to discuss, these things, and forcing their members to take action? it seems to me that they have done absolutely nothing in'"the matter, and yet, look what it would liavo meant to the woman, the soldier's wife, struggling along, with an inadequate allowance, with a most miserable sum received. for each child, aud having to' eke it out by going to work,'as she has often had to! -If ever there was a matter in which women should have exercised their political power it was there, and yet, what havo they done? If they chose, there is. hardly anything that they could not obtain. She: They have been listening to the honeyed words of the politician, who had boon telling thein what splendid work they have been, doing for the soldiers, what- sacrifices they have been making, and so forth. And they have, you know! They have been doing very fine work! He: Ye 3! yes f yes J Granted! Tltey have, but when you come to realise it, it is all detail work.' They have not spared themselves, but then they must have an outlook as well, and realise that there ar« other things just as pressing to be dealt with. For instance, many women will be left widows, or without the man who helped to keep the homo together. What means are women proposing to help to make the burden a litblo lighter for these? Are they suggesting that facilities should bo provided for opening up moans of occupation to these womensay, training them in industries, in various occupations, such as bee or poultryfanning, flower farms, herb growing, and ever so many other wajrs of living? Such questions as these, aftecrting tho welfare of the women who are the sufferers in this war, are absolutely the business of the woman voter. There are so many other matters to think of—matters of even greater importance to women. There are so many questions to-day that specially belong to them that it surprises me they have not organised a sort of Dominion" Conference to discuss them. There is nothing like having a definite soheme of procedure to bring . forward when the war is over, and war legislation ceases. (Unfortunately ,a clamorous telephone demanding instant attention brought the oonversatioii to a broken conclusion.) About nine cases of gift parcels are being sent away for the. men in Egypt by the Countess of Liverpool Committee at the Town Hall in addition to three cases which came down from Hastings at. the end of the week. The Wellington quota amounts to about 800 parcels for the men. The committee also intends to send gift parcels to each of tho men of the Wireless Troop in Mesopotamia.