SOCIAL AND PERSONAL

Dominion, Volume 9, Issue 2848, 12 August 1916, Page 4

SOCIAL AND PERSONAL

Wedding at Creytown. The marriago was celebrated on Wednesday by tno Rev. G. K.. Stowell of Miss Brenda M'Crackon, elder daughter of Mr. Thomas M'Cracken, to ill-. R. Kenai, third sou of Mr. j. lteiiai, of AVollington. The ceremony was performed in the drawing-room at tho residonco of tho bride's father, only a few intimate, friends and relatives being present. 'Die room was decorated witu flowers, a. large floral bell being suspended over tho bridal group. '.L'ho flowers used were snowilal:es and pink camellias, with bush foliago and maidenhair fern, and tlio same colour sohemo was carried out in all tlio decorations, the result being very effective. Tho brido carried a bouquet of tllo same flowers, and - woro a simple frock of White crepe de chene, with a train, showing touches of palo pink in tho lining, and in a spray of rosebuds on the shoulder. Tito bridal veil was attached to a lace cap. Tho voil ariu orange blossoms were those worn by tho bride's mother at her marriage, Mr. W/Hutton acted as best man, ana Miss Coiiu M'Cracken was bridesmaid, and worb palo pink silk and a- cap of silver tissue, She carried a bouquet of pink heath and maidenhair fern. The bride' 6 travelling dress was silver grey gabordine, with a small Gage hat with foluo voil, and sho wore tho bridegroom's present, a set of black wolf turs. '.Hie bidesmaid's present was a ruby ring, and the bride's prosent to tho groomsman :i gold siguefc ring. After tiie ceremony tho usual toasts wore honoured, and Mr. and Mrs. Renai left by tho afternoon train for their Lome in the south. Wooding at Eltham. • A wedding, of interest to . Tarauaki residents. took place at All Saints' Church, Eltham, last Wednesday, when Miss Louisa Ethel (Minnie) Silver, second daughter of the lata Mr. and Sirs. G. Silver, of Layton, England, was married to Mr. William Archibald M'Cook, third son of Mr. and Mrs. J. M'Cook, of Opunake. ' Tho Rev. 0. l)ent was the officiating clergyman. The bride, who was given away by her brother, Mr. F. Silver, wore a gaberdine costume and a large mole hat with vieux rose trimmings. Sho carried a bouquets of whtie freesias and maidenhair fcni. The bridesmaid was Miss Yvonno Hunt, who woro a fawn gaberdine costume, with a white felt _ hat trimmed with a feather ruche and silver voses. ,Sho carried a bouquet of white froeeias and blue iris. Little Miss Doris Candy attended as flower-girl, and Master Cuthbert Silver as pageboy. Mr. M. Lynskey, of Manaia, acted as hest man. The service w.as fully choral, Mrs. Hunt playing tho organ. After tho ceremony a reception was held at Riley's Tea Rooms, and later Mr. and Sirs. M'Cook left for Wanganui. Tho bridegroom, wao is an Anzac, was wounded at Gallipoli about a year ago.. The winners of tho priiws at the bridgo and ouchro tournament, wliich was organised by the Kelburn Branch of the Women's Reserve, and held in tho Kelburn Kiosk on Friday ovening, were: —For bridge: Mrs. .fames, ,who received n silver photograph frame; Air. J3arraud a leather pockct hook; Mrs. Barrett, who camc second, received a fruit diuh. The ouchro prizes were won by Miss Mills and Mr. Ross (first prize), and' by Corporal Luxton and Mr. Laurence. Mrs. Luke, president of the British Red Cross and Order of St. John (Womon's Committee) has received the sum of £160, tho proceeds of tho "Sunset Lind" performances given in the Opera House recently. j _ Tho following arc included in tho registrations at tho Duko of Edinburgh Hotel: —Mr. Stanley Grant, Sydney; Mr. Bert La Blanc, Sydney; Mr. Knowlos, Pahiatua; Mr. Iluane, Tren- = tham; Mr. Phillips, Otaki; Mrs. Coltman, Masterttm; Miss Coltiiian, Masterton ; Mr. * and Sirs. Cameron, Nelson; Mr. and Mrs. Gilpin, Palnicrstoii North.

COERESPONDE'NCE. (By arrangement with Mrs. Kolleston, Hair, Physician and Face Specialist, Qualified London and Paris.) "Rose."—Hair that is' too dry is apt to become harsh and brittle, and turn prematurely grey. Very often shampoo ' powders that contain injurious ingredi--1 cuts causo lit, !or the filppliciit/ion of ammonia, peroxide, or borax. Uso Caboo Shampoo Powders, fid. each; failing those, Castilo or Barilla Soap. The scalp should be well massaged with our special lotion for dry hair, price ss. "Lola."—For chapped lins use Rougette, price 2s. Cd. It is an excellent lip salve, and may also be used to tint tho finger nails before polishing. "H.II."—To keep the hands soft, white and smooth, "Zoleno" (2s. fid.) should be applied after washing, two or three times a week, and well rubbed into the skin. Care shoilld be taken to always thoroughly dry tho hands. Further replies by letter, 25G Lambton Quay.—Advt. Ladies are invited to see the Dainty Black Silk Hose at Price's Store, Willis Street. For value and quality they are without equal.—Advt. Wedding Announcement.—Beautiful roses and the choicest of.flowers only are used when designing wedding bouquets, which I make a speciality of. Packed and forwarded through the Dominion. Miss Murray, Vice-Regal Florist, 36 Wil-

Work of the Volunteer Sisterhood. A warm tribute, of praiso to tho Volunteer Sisterhood in Egypt was paid by Mr. Hopo Gibbons at tho Patriotic Association's meeting, held in Wanganui, 011 Wednesday. When not engaged in nursing the wounded, fho Sisterhood were, he said, employed in tending tho sick in tho outer camps, providing afternoon teas, meals, and generally helping and comforting our soldiers. He had had several letters from EgsT>t commending tho Sisterhood for tfieir noble work, including one from the matron of the Aotea Home. Mr. E. A. Campboll also spoke in appreciative terms of tho Sisterhood, concerning whoso work ho had also been advised. Mr. N. Meuli also referred to tho admirable and estimable work of Madame Fierz, when resident in Cairo, and tho many kindnesses extended to our boys in Egypt. Exiled Queens and Princesses. A Press Association message from Paris states that tho Queen of Montenegro and the Princesses have arrived, ami will in Paris. Last week, in St. Matthew's Church, Auckland, tno marriage took place of Miss M. V. Barker, formerly of Carterton and Wellington, to Mr. E. G. Sutherland, of the "Now Zealand Herald." reporting staff. The Rev. Jasper Colder performed the ceremony, iilr. H. Jordan, also of the s'Now Zealand Herald's" staff,. was the best man. Dr. Macandrew, of llokitika, and Mr. Williams, left on Thursday on- a visit to Sydney. Miss Riley and Miss Hilda Morris left 011 Thursday on a visit fo Australia. Mr. and Mrs. Preshaw, formerly of the AY'airarapa, have now gone to live at Tane. Mrs. H. H. Beetham (Brancepeth) is visiting Wellington. •' A children's concert is to b'e held in the Eastbourne Hall this evening, in aid of tho Returned Wounded Soldiers' Fund. 'Die concert has been organised by Miss Speed, and contains sixteen performers. Besides the concert itself a patriotic speech will be given bv Sergeant W. Perry. Miss Annie Kenny, who is coming to Australia as a. deputation to "Mr. Hughes, has a world-wide reputation as a. loyal friend to all women (says an Australian paper). 'J'liero may be differences of opinion as to her methods and her tactics, but the ideal which she has set before' herself is worthy of tho sympathy and admiration of women everywhere. Miss Kenny is a person who has put her life into tho cause of the toiling masses of women in Great Britain. Along with Miss Mary M'Arthur, she lias been an advocate of the women's point of view for years. Her most sensational feat was interviewing Mr. Asquith in a railway carriage, when sho managed to get liim alono and at her mcrcy. But the result of that doputatiott of one was that the Premier' admired her spirit, and afterwards alluded to her as "my little friend, Miss Annie Kenn^." A meeting of tho Society for tho Protection of Women and Children was held yesterday, Lady Stout presiding. There were present: Mesdajncs A. It. Atkinson, Ponsonby, Winder, and J. Kirkcaldio. Apologies • for <• absencc wore received from Mesdames Griffiths and W.. A. , Evans. A number of cases that had been reported are to bo investigated, and .another dealt with iras that of a boy who was removed from undesirable surroundings and committed to a homo. Tho following subscriptions_were received with thanks: Messrs. Kompthorjio and Prosscr, 10s. 6d.; Dr. J. Ewart, 10s.; Messrs. Tripo and Ellis, 55.; L.J.G., 55.; R. P. Ward 2s. 6d: . '■

Washing with Air.—There ai'e two great natural cleaners—water and air. The modern housewife is now learning tho possibilities of, the second of these elements. We have harnessed air, intensified its cleansing power, and now coinpel it to draw away overy bit of dust, dirt, and other accumulations from carpets, curtains, furniture, etc., which are cleaned, freshened, sweetened by. tile strong, steady suction of tile "Daisy" Vacuum Cleaner! Call and inspect. Oscar Howett and Co., 56 Cuba Street (just below Bank" of N.Z.).—Advt. ■ A. letter from a woman who knows "We iwere out visiting one day and had Desert Gold Tea, and liked it so much wo liavo used it ever since." Desert Gold is tho Queen of all Teas. Family Blend, Is. 3d. Special Grades, Is. Ifld. and 25.Advt.

Entertaining the Soldiers. Arrangements were; made some time v ago to entertain the "members of the Sixteenth Reinforcements and their "next-of-kin in the 'Wellington Town > Hall_next.. Wednesday.:.-and Thursday • evenings. _ As, howe\er. the troops are now to visit Christohurch and DtmI edin; next' week, it;, has 'been decided that the entertainment shall take place this evening, beginning at 7.30 o'clock. Dancing will take place, and a mueical programme will bo provided; Refreshments will be served. Tho 'arrangements are very complete, and the soldiers should l pass a very pleasant even-

Mrs. Robert Hislop has: been appointed to tho position of Matron to the Y. W.C;A. . Hostel at Macdonald Crescent, in the ulace of Miss Patrick, who is now at the Y.M.C.A. Soldiers' Hostel.

A concert arranged by the New Zealand Natives' Association was held at the Victoria Hospital last week. An excellent pogramme was contibuted to by Misses Chapman, Joplin, M'Keon, Messrs. Noes, Peek, M'Keon, and Alartin.' The performers were subsequently entertained at slipper by the Matron of the Hospital.

To-night at 8 o'clock at the Y.W.C.A. Club Room (Fowids's Building), Mrs. Corliss will sjSifak' of life in England at the present time, from .actual experience'.'" "She'cannot, pay too high a tribute to the ivomen for th way they 'rose to every emergency brought about by the war. Their skilful organisations to meet the various needs in munition factories, Bed Gross _ work, etc., has been unparalleled in history.

. Mr. W. Thomson, will Bpeak at the Y.W.C.A.' service to-morrow afternoon.' The speakers for the month of July at the Y.M.C.A. service wero: Rev. W. Shirer, Mr. Falconer, Rev. W. H. "Stevens, Rev. W. S. Rollings, and the Misses Birch, Russell, Williams, and other members. The religious work department at tho Y.W.C.A. is showing hei£thy signs of develop-' ment.

At the Gas Company's offices on Wednesday afternoon Mi6s Una Carter conducted her weekly demonstration of gas -cookery. Despite the boisterous weather, the attendance was excellent. Th eprogramme consisted of "request" dishes handed in at the previous gathering, such as plain omelette, shortbread pudding, sponge pudding, creamota biscuuS,, triflo, and custard. The Gas Company management has decided to ccaso holding further demonstrations for a period of six or eight weeks, and will, advertise in tine course when the series will be resumed.

The girls' branch of the Viotorfa League is solding a socia.l on Monday, and air girl members arc invited. There 'will be charades, music, and competitions. ■

Miss George and her elocutionary students who gave such a successful concert in Palmerston North last month to a crowded aiidience, is giving much the same programme iu the Concert Chamber on Wednesday next, to augment the funds of the Ivilbirnie Branch of. the Catholic Patriotic Knitting Guild, to provide comforts for the boys in the trenches. She will bo assisted by Misses Segrief and M'lnroe, Messrs. Thompson and Craig.

' The Hanma-Hukanui Rod Cross Tea was held on Wednesday last, when there was a. ■ fair; attendance, the amount taken bang 16s. 6d. A basket tea will be held,next w'eek at the Red Cross Room, Hamua, when Miss Graham will be in .charge. :■!

A fair test of merit is the continuous sale of Miss Milsom's facial and skin preparations, extending over many years. Cultene" Skin Food, 35., builds up, feeds and nourishes tho wasted tissues. "Cultene" Balm, 3s. Gd., prevents redness, keeps the face cool and rested, removes dust and dirt, invaluable for motoring, golf, and theatres. Hygienic Pace Powder, 2s. Gd. and Is. Gd., a skin food in powder form. Obtainable in Creme, White. Buff and Pink shades to suit all skins. Parisian Bloom, 3s. Gd., a new preparation giving a natural and healthy fresh 1 appearance to the complexion. lip Food, 2s. Gd. prevents the lips cracking and preserves " Nature's glow permanently. All hair preparations. Call or write, Miss Jfilsom, Barnett's Buildings, 91, Willis Street. Telephone 814. —Advt.

Indispensable for the toilet is "Sydal," a softening, soothing, refreshing emollient that preserves the natural clearness and transparency of the skin' and keeps lx>th hands and face in perfect condition. Ladies find it delightfully soothing 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 Soldiers' Room in Sydney Street. A meeting of tho Sydney Street Soldiors' itoom Conmiitteo was hold iu fclio Y.M.C.A. buildings yosterday morning. Mrs. W. F. Alassoy presided. Mrs. Saimond, hon. secrotary, presented tho first annual report which will bo found in another column and Mrs. 11. Hall, lion. Treasurer, read tho bal-ance-shcet, hotli boing adopted by tho meeting. Votes of thanks wero passed to tho secretary, tho treasurer, and tho houso committco for their untiring work in connection with tho club, and a special tribute was paid to tho house committee, the ollicors, and the hostesses by Mrs. Massey. Ono of tho tilings which cannot fail to strike anyone reading tho report of the work accomplished at tho club is tho wonderfully consistent and steady way in which this work has been kept going during tho past twelve months. It has not been taken up spasmodically, and then dropped after a. wliilo, but), on. the contrary, practically everyone who has taken an activo part in its administration and m its various departments of work are just as enthusiastic, as untiring, as ready to give their best as they wero when tho club first began its carecr of usefulness. Some of the work is necessarily dull . and uninteresting, even hard, some of it (there is littlo that is alluring, for instance, about ' kitchen work), but it is done cheerfully and ungrudgingly, because it is for fclie men who arc giving all that can be given for their country, and for the safety of those thoy leave behind. 'Hie extension of tho scope of the club's activities is another interesting fcftturo about the report, tho provision made for the soldiers who are returning from leave by tho early boats or trains being ono that has oeen greatly appreciated by the men. The refurnishing of tlie club rooms has made them exceedingly comfortable and home-like, and with the many attractions that have been provided for tlio entertainment of the soldiers frequenting tho club it is not surprising'_ to learn liow very many have availed themselves of its comforts and conveniences. That tlie founders of the club recognised tho need of such a place for the men, and that they have carried it out so successfully is a matter upon which they deserve tlie warmest congratulations and the best of financial support. A Tribute from England. In the.course of a letter received by the hon. secrotary of the Women's Committee of the Wellington branch of the British Rod Cross and Order of St. John (Miss Sybil Nathan) from Lady Robert Manners, one of the hon. secretaries of the British Bed Cross and Order of St. John,' London, tlio writer says:—"lt is very gratifying to feel that you are working out in New Zealand for the Red Cross. I think I may say that we are proud to have you belong & us—as wo are, indeed, proud of tlie splendid men who came over to fight for England."