WOMAN'S-WORLD.

Dominion, Volume 9, Issue 2851, 16 August 1916, Page 2

WOMAN'S-WORLD.

\ (By Imogen.)

MATTERS OF INTEREST FROM FAR AND NEAR.

SOCIAL AND PERSONAL Christmas Cheer for Our Army Nurses. Australia, much more than New Zealand, seems to,have recognised and to have appreciated the work of the Army nurses, and all along special-.provision has been made for their comfort, as welt as for their need's, even to the point of seeing that the nurses are supplied with the badges that indicate their rank, and which our nurses are not supplied with. The consequence i<s that it is sometimes difficult to make their authority felt, and when all the oversea nurses save themselves have this insignia of their rank it is apt to give the impression that our nurses occupy an interior position. So at least some of our Army nurses have said in the course of their lottera, and such a thing should not be. Their work has entitled them to have every recognition mado of their rank and service, and very high tributes have frequently been made in tho hospitals in Egypt and on the hospital ships by tho English doctors and matrons in charge.

. Another way in which the Australian people showed their appreciation of the work which the nurses have been doing for their men was by raising last year considerable sums of money with whioh to provide the nurses with Christmas comforts and cheer, and in consequence their Christmas was made a memorable occasion. According to the Sydney "Sun," the Sydney people are not losing any timoin making similar preparations for the nurses this time. At} the' Red Cross Depot in Reiby Lane is one room in which are to be seen numbers of deal cases. The goods inside are intended for the Army nurses that have been sent away from New South Wales. The writer goes on to say: —

There ire coldly offic-ial things, such as insti nmonts and carbolic soap and tooth-brushds, but let us sweep those aside in favour of Mrs. Sulman's (Leura) cleverly-made aprons of ticking. They aro designed after the style of a blacksmith's leather bag, only there aro many more pockets in them, in which are hidden tapes and safetypins, handkerchiefs, and darning wool, and all Icinds of little things that a 'woman needs.. Attached to the bib of the apron is a small pin-cushiou. Mrs. Sulman makes ten of these aprons every month, and their popularity amongst the nurses is sufficient proof of their usefulness.

Now let us rummage among the things yet unpacked on tho shelves of the Red Cross Produce Depot. Here wo find how warmly tile people of Ashfield feel towards tho army nurse, for if that suburb had been preparing a trousseau for its daughter it could not have turned out tilings to bespeak moro affection than do theso garments. There aro silk camisoles and embroidered linen ones, and there aro nighties w'th lace yokes and hand-embroidered designs as well. And if you come round the corner of the pile of cases you will be shown with secret delight some tussore silk bloomers. In addition, the Ashfield, consignment contains stockings and singlets, undorskirts, handkerchiefs, and soap, talo powder, coffee and milk, and a dozen other things. ■ 'Hie goods aro being packed so that the army nurses will get them in time for Christmas, and the produce depot is adding, among other things, zinc oxide, which gives relief to tired feet.

There is' little forgotten in tho packing of the eases, and the invisible gift of loving sympathy makes a good padding for the more tangible things.

The wedding took place at Abassia recently of Miss Rosa Bcgg (one of the first Australian girls to offer her services as a military nurse) to Captain Bertram Combes, of tho Ist Australian Light Horse. Miss Conyers, head ot' the Australian nursing staff in Egypt, gave away "the bride. Miss Begg distinguished herself a few; years ago in Melbourne, when she went to the rescue of Mr., Geoffrey Syme during a stiff encounter with a burglar.

Mrs; lan, Duncan is staying with Mrs. George lie id, Christclvurch.

»Mi'. and Mrs. lirie Riddiford are the guests of Mrs.-Edgar Stead, Christchurch.

Major Gunn, Principal Medical Officer, Featllerston Military Hospital, acknowledges a donation of books and cliairs from the National Council, Y.M.C.A.,'Wellington; books from Mrs. Heckler, "Forest Downs, Mungamahoe; and trees and plants fropi Messrs. liorton, horticulturists, Hastings, Hawke's Bay, for the hospital grounds.

The death occurred at Featherston on Monday afternoon, following upon a lengthy illness,;' of Miss Eva Cora Taifc, youngest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. M. B. 'fait.', The late Miss Tait, who was twent.f-one years of age, was sn accomplished pianiste, giving her services freely to Ijieal entertainments. Much sympathy mil be felt for the bereaved parents. - -

ANSWERS TO CORRESPONDENTS. (By Arrangement with Mrs. ltolleston, Hail' Physician mid' I'uce Specialist. Qualified London and Paris.) "A.K."—The* splitting of tho li'air is due to bacteria, and singeing will destroy tlie bacteria, and so prevent ' the splitting. It is advisable to have tlie hair cut and singed regularly at least every three months; the tee is Is. 6d. "Home."—lrritation of the scalp, gre.winess, and dandruff are signs of seborrhoea,' and require immediate attention, otherwise considorablo lass of lia-ir is the result. A. guinea course ol' treatment is generally auflicient, unless in severe cases, when further treatment is necessary. If unable to have course, 1 could supply you with preparations for Ihree months' home treatment and full directions for 16i. Gd. Vibro massage is one of the most successful treatments for the face; it also alleviates headaches and neuralSia. Purther replies by letter. Mrs. Rolleston, 256 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 though tho Dominion. Miss Murray, Vice-Regal Plorist, 3G Willis Street.—Advt.

Comforts for Soldiers. In writing a letter of thanks to Mrs. Laseron/ lion. secretary of the 18th Battalion Comforts Fund, Manning Chambers (Sydney), Colonel Tilney says that many a tinio in Egypt when the Comforts Committee cases have come along a different aspect has been put' on the faceof affairs. "On one occasion," he goes on to say, "we bad such a good supply of canned fruits that the quartermaster, Lieutenant. Davis, was able to place on the mess tables a large tin for overy two men. It is necessary to live for a time amidst sand, dust, and flies (innumerable), with the thermometer at anything from 100 to 120 degrees, to appreciate the delights of fresh canned fruit free from contamination by dust and flies. But what is appreciated more than nil is the knowledge that our people in the dear homeland are always thinking of us and working for our welfare. I can tell you, the store was tho most popular spot in the vicinity of the troopship. Our change to this climate (France) is bucking everybody up splendidly;"—'"STydncy Morning Herald." No Billies Wanted. X cablegram received from tho AVar Chest Commissioner in London, Mr. H. E. Budden, contains the following, states the "Sydney Morning Herald": —"After consultation with representatives at the. front, it was decided that the billy itself is valueless now ; men are not allowed to carry it, as it is too. bulky for restricted transport. 1 strongly recommend tho executive of all States to supply uniform strong cardboard boxes; sizes approximately Bx4x3 inches, containing several appropriate souvenir post-cards prepared in each State, same carrying sender's name and address for reply. Boxes to have names of parent funds and _ 'Australia's Greetings'- printed on -sides, together with suggestion for filling with Australian tobacco, cigarettes, sweets, etc., only in tins, toothbrush, souvenir handkerchief, soap, etc. Parent funds, battalion funds, clubs, even individuals applying could fill boxes and address souvenir cards. Executivo to supply uniform cases, parent .hinds' to superintend packing. Each, case should hold about twentyfour boxes, gross weight under 601b5.: also, in separate cases, send pound pudding, one for two men. We are arranging to supply souvenir Tommy Cookers here." Life in Mesopotamia.. Lieutenant-Colonel A. Andrew, wlio is well known in Christchurch, is now serving in Mesopotamia, in command of an Indian regiment. In a letter to his father, John It. Andrew, dated June 3, the officer forwards some interesting particulars of life in that country. "Tho hot weather," lie states; "Is in full swing hero now, and I can assure you it is no joke living in tents. The rivers have overflowed their banks in all directions, and there is nothing but water for _ miles. Insects of afi kinds abound in these marshes. Millions of small flies make it impossible to road or sit near a light at night, and so overy night wo see thousands of men sitting on the ground in the darkness waiting till it is time to go to bed; Sandflies and mosquitoes in myriads bite one's hands and legs, and thousands of. huge (spiders make it dangerous to go about in bare feet. I saw one on my sleeve the other night. He was about as big as;tho top of a teacup. Everybody here will bo glad to get out of this country, although for my own part, I must say I think the climate is better than that of India."

The marriage .took place at the Hun-ler-Baillie Memorial Church, Avontlale (Now South Wales) recently of Miss Mattie Cullen, eldest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Alex. Cullen, of Clyde Bank, Alexander Road, Glebo Point, Sydney, to JJIr. Harry A. It. Reed, of Sunderland, England, and lalo engineer of the hospital ship Maheno. Miss Jessie Cullen (sister'of tho bride) attended as bridesmaid, and Mr. William Culien was best man.

The. Misses Neweombo, and Cummins, joint secretaries of the Women's National Reserve in Wauganui, organised tho street collection in that town on Naval Day, which resulted in tho sum of .Clls0 —tho largest amount, it is said, yet collected in the. streets there.

Mrs. Sleoman, wife of Major .T. L. oieeman, 1.G.5., Director ol Military Training, arrived from England on Monday.

Every woman .is interested in another's household experiences. A lady says: "I have been using Desert Gold Tea for nearly two years, and I am quite satisfied .with both flavour and quality." All grocers sell Desert Ciold Tea. Test it today.—Advt. Is your lad a "Scout"? Because wa have got the Scout Shirts you have been looking for at -Is. lid. to os. Gd. Geo. Ton-Ids, Ltd., Manners Street.—Advt.

Wanted—Benzine Cases. J Tho Mayoress and her committee at •tho Town Hall would beWory grateful if bonzino cases (empty) eould.be sent lo tho 'town Hall for the purpose of packing parcels for tho soldiers in thcin.. Two cases knocked into one lnako tho requisite size, and just noiv if is particularly hard to get cases for thiaVwork., The Mayoress thought it jjcissibie that; some of: tho garages might •bare ; empty cases for . which there was no particular use, and, a patriotic work would.be greatly assisted:# owners of garages and, motor-cars could see their way to supplying the committee with them. ... ..

Dr._ Ada Patterson is staying at -'Kenilworth." • .

■ The many friends iof Mrs. A. .7. M'Tavish in Ellington will regret to ioar of . her death, .which .took place 'somewhat unexpectedly I at _ Now l'lyTrioutli on, Sunday night. Iho deceased lady was a daughter of tin: lato Mr. iW.'Halse, '.of .-/New .'Plymouth, and since tho death of her husliaml, Mr. A. J. 'MlTavish, of Wellington, had lived with her daughter, Mrß; Richmond, at ReniuCra, Auckland. ; :Mrs.. M'Tavish had. recently been visiting rblatives in Wellington and!- Now Plymouth, and until a few, weeks ago .had apparently been in excellent health.

Miss Wheeler is visiting Mrs. CarTick in Masterton.

The St. John Ambulance Brigade and' 3Rcd Cross Committee in Nathan's iliuildings are continuing to' add to their very fine record or work for-our wounded and sick soldiers. On Monday the four hundredth bale of hospital garments was packed to be sent away from the depot. • Sixteon cases fire ready to be sent to St. John's

Gate, London, from whenoei they will bo distributed to .hospitals in-England 'where New-Zealand men are stationed. Sixteen cases have already'gone, arid sixteen more are ready to send to : Etaplcs, where the St. John AmbUr ianco headquarters in Franco are situated! The committee liave also sent two cases of medical comforts to the 'Aotea Convalescant Home in Errj-pf-., whero New Zealand men are still being cared for:'

Women here are at last beginning to realise that it lies with them to

close the hotels' at six o'clock, states

the Melbourne correspondent of the Sydney "Telegraph."/'. At the Town Hall recently, a great many influential women got together to inaugurate a plan of campaign. Mrs. J. M'lnerney, the wife of Dr. M'lnerney, was appointed permanent chairwoman. Mrs. M'lnerney is a. prominent worker on tho National Council of-Women, and has of late year's identified herself with many movements connected with sooial reform. Sirs. Fossett and Miss Hurst,

two other efficient workers; are joint hon; secretaries ; and Mrs.- Threlkeld; as treasurer will make a good fourth in a- strong quartet..The. qampaign is to be carried out' on the same lines as those so successfully adopted 'in New South Wales.

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