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WOMAN'S WORLD.

MATTERS OF INTEREST FROM FAR AND NEAR.

(By Imogen.)

SOCIAL AN® PERSONAL

Wedding at the Basilica. Tho marriage colebrated yesterday at tho Basilica, Hill Street, Wellington, by the Rev. Father O'Leary, of Mr. John Francis Barry, son of Mrs. Barry, Wellington, and Miss Ph'ilomona Sellers, daughter of Mr. Sellars, 213 Tinakori Road, Wellington. The brido looked charming in a navy taffeta costume with rose blossoms. The bridesmaid (Miss Ann Sellars) wore a cream costume, and looked particularly cliarmiug. Tho Misses Amy and Vironica Sellars (sisters of tho bride) wore very r.cat costumes of grey (intercepted with pink) and grey crepe do chine respectively. Tho reception was held at Godbers, Courtenay Place, whero tho usual toasts wero proposed and responded to. Mr. and Mrs. Barry left by the 1.10 p.m. express for Palmorsion North, after which they will visit tho northern districts. Mr. AV. ]l.: Pago (returned soldier) officiated as best man. Silver Wedding. The silver wedding of Ven. Archdeacon and Mrs. J. D. llussell v was celebrated after evensong at St. Luke's, Oamaru, on Sunday, the congregation adjourning to St. Luke's schoolroom iu numbers so largo and cordiality bo unniistakablo as to freely demonstrate tho high places which Archdeacon and Mrs. Sussell hold in the hearts of their parishioners. In tho absence of tho vicar's warden (Mr. W. AVilliamson), Mr. L. E. Haines presided, and referred to the esteem for the vicar ivhich was eveywhero evident. Ho referred to the Archdeacon's capacity for work and his unselfishness, and presented Archdeacon and Mrs. Russell -with a bag of silver coins on behalf of tho parishioners. The Rev. D'.' Jamieson and Mr. J. G. Finch also spoke, expressing tho highest esteem for both Archdeacon and Mrs. Russell. The Archdeacon briefly replied. Patriotic Cake Room. The committeo of the Patriotic Cake Room, desire- to acknowledge with thanks gifts of home-made cakes, sweets, subscriptions, etc., from tho following donors:—Mr. and Mrs. Firth, Mesdames Smitton. W. F. Ward, R. A. Holmes, Alexander, Palmer, Badliam, G. Fulton, W. G. Reid, "Anonymous, '■' Hurst, Soinmerville, W. Gavin, A. Wiilliaras, B. •L. Taylor, Misses Rose, Gavin, 'Wheeler (2), M'Kellar, Hall (2), Kirkcaldie, Richardson, Von Dadelszen, Jacobsen, Gambrill, M. Ward, Cameron, Didsbury.

The following candidates passed the liome nursing examination hold at the Home of Compassion:—K. Boococlc, G. I. Bate 3, D. M'Ewan, M. F. Parker, Sisters Francis, ■ Pelphina, Aloysius, Raphael, Cecilia, Hedwige, Emmanuel, Marcelle, and Clare. Those who passed tho "first aid" examination, held at tho Police Training Depot, were A. T. Clcverely, W. E. Cottrell, A. H. Dusting, R. T. Hcssell, A. B. Meildejohn, and E. R. Yule.

Yesterday, at the Bolton Street cemetery, the interment took piano of the late Mrs. Margaret Davies, relict of the late Captain James Davies, well known in shipping circles in the early days. The deceased lady, when a mere child, landed in Wellington with her-parents, Mr. and Mrs. James Crai;;, in 1841, her father being ' one of the- survey party, "which included the late Sir Charles Clifford and Mr. Andrew Tiffin, sent out by the New Zealand Company. Mrs. Davios's kindly nature endeared lier to a largo circle of friends. Pivo daughters—Mrs. Wallace (Auckland), Mrs. W. G. Russell (Napier), Mid Mrs. Pytt-Jackson. and tho tiro Misses Davies (Wellington) survive her.

Mrs. Upperton, of Palmerston North, has received advice of the death at South Stoke. England, vi her father. Mr. David Mitcliell, who had reached tlie age of 96 years. The local paper says he started work at tho age of ERven. and for many years was rmployed by the Duke, of Norfolk. He was the oldest pensioner on the estate. He leaves eight out of 13 children, 49 grandchildren. 43 great-crmidchildren, and 2 eveat-great-grandcliildreiu Nine grandchildren are serving in tho Army and one in tho Navy. Ono great-great-grsmdchild lost his life serving his king and country.

Further Christmas donations which the Sisters of Compassion desire gratefully to acknowledge, and which were unavoidably omitted from lists previously published, are as follows: —Sir J. G. Wilson, £5; Pier Hotel (collected by Miss Leigh), £5 16. 9d.; Mr. 0. Murphy, Mrs. Gillen, £2 25.; Mrs. R. O'Connor, Dr. Young, Mr. and Mrs. Connor, £1 Is.; Mesdamcs C. B. Smith, ICratt, Wells, Miss M'Killop, Mr. O'Sullivan, £1; Preston, Andrews. Corby, Lawlor, Bray, Scrimgeour, Miss Weller, Messrs. j. Godbcr and Co., Black and Eccles. Fanning, goods.

Members of the Women's National Reservo are invited to send an their names to the lion, secretary (Miss Ward), 157 Featherston Street, for temporary voluntary work at tho Base Records Office. Applicants arc requested to state whether they wish to assist in morning or night work.

The matron of tho Levin Memorial Homo desires to thank tho donors for the following Christmas gifts:—Mcsdames Nathan and Joseph, iced cakesMrs. Christie, plum pudding, sandwich' marmalade, eggs; Lady Stout, tin of biscuits; Mrs. J. P. Luke, sweets and chocolate; Miss Newton, two tins of biscuits; Mrs. H. Hall, cracker; cakes, buns; Mrs. West, jam and pickles; Mrs. Morris, jam; Mr T W Young, sweets; Hureombo and Son,' hsh; D.I.C, visit to magic cave and presents. Gifts of money wero received from Mesdamcs M. A. Williams, r< \ • i°A, ■ * cr suson, J. Duncan U-01l and Christie, tho pupils of Fityherliert Terrace School, Mr. Stowo Mr Lastello, "A.," Miss Evans, and 'from tho committee.

ANSWERS TO COItHESPONDENTS [By Amujpnient with Mrs. Kollcston Hair Physician awl Face Specialist Qualified, London and Paris.] ", Mrs - -J l --" - *'? 1 " removil 'f? blackheads and puntying the complexion, ViHninn massage cups arc unequalled. They may be used with any faco cream, arid nre excellent for removing and proventinK wrinkles. Price, Is. 3d. pair, inclttdiiitr postage.

"S.B."—Virginian Scalp Food (3s. Gd.) is tlio best preparation for removing diindnift' and ebould bo applied on tho night before washing tho hair.

"Nelson."—To remove freckles apply %'renio of Lilies" every nigM and morning, with a little cotton wool or 6oft. cloth, and protect the skin from tho sun's rays if possible. Price, 2s. (i<l. and ds. (Id., postage lid.

Mrs. ltollcston, 25G Lambton Quay — Ad vt.

"At Homo" to tho Bowlers. The Wellington bowling green and its pavilion .had a gala. _ appearance yesterday on tho occasion of an. "At Home," given by Colonel Collins (president of tho Dominion Bowling Association) and Mrs. Collins, for the bowlers I attending tho big Dominion tournament I and their lady friends. The weather was fine, ami a large number of guests wero present, over two thousand being welcomed by Colonel and Miss Collins, who received , their guests at tho gate. Afternoon tea was served in the upstairs portion of tho pavilion, refreshments being also dispensed downstairs. Orchestral selections of patriotic and other airs wore supplied by a string band, which enlivened tho proceedings until 5 o'clock. Tho pavilion was gaily decorated with, flags, with tho Union Jack in the centro, and tho flags of our Allies in support. The function was in every way a most successful and enjoyable ono. Packing the Soldiers' Gifts. Many ladies yesterday availed themselves of au opportunity of seeing the extent and methods of packing goods at tho Town Hall. As was mentioned in yosterday's issue, Mrs. J. P. Luko had invited tho public to be present and watch tho packing of tho citizens' Christmas gift parcels so as to got some idea of how tho fund was being expended. Admission to tho gallery was gained by tho presentation of a small parcel containing something useful for a soldier, and as a rosult of this excollent sclicmo somo 100 parcels wero yesterday added to the. store in hand. The parcels packed during the day for dispatch to England numbered 700, and it is expected that to-day (when an arrangement similar to that obtaining yesterday will bo in force) about 1000 moro parcels will bo made ready. A good attendance, of tho public is looked forward to, both in tho morning and , in the afternoon. Soldiers' Dance at the Town Hall. A danco given by the Mayoress's Entertainment Combmittee to tho Twentyfirst Reinforcements was held last evening in the Town Hall, which was tastefully decorated for the occasion. Dancing commenced at about 8 o'clock, and was kept up till nearly 11 o'clock, tho Jiiusic being supplied by the Trentham Band. The Mayor and Mayoress (Mr. and Mrs. J. P. Luke) were present, and saw to it-that our hoys had a royal, time. A similar function will be held this evening, when that part of tho Reinforcements which, was unable to be present last night will be entertained. ... The Difficult Veil. There are few thinga more difficult (a London "Daily Telegraph" fashion writer says) to accomplish—in a small way —than the proper adjustment of tho veil. Many—girls especially—get over the difficulty by doing without it altogether;- but your thorough-paced person of fashion considers the veil the necessary complement of all bonnets, and is partial to it even in conjunction with the broad-brimmed hat; therefore she carefully studies the manner it shall be worn, which differs with different styles of headgear. Can anything be more inelegant than the wisp of net tied tightly over the face, squeezing the hair down on the forehead, and even sometimes going tho length of distorting the features, the ends of the net tied together behind making an ugly little knot at the back of the head? On the other hand, when the veil is too loose it does not look well cither. Should the brim of the sapoto. or toque be wide enough for the veil to be lifted from the forehead a flat, piece of' tulle' is till'that is needed, but in the case of diadem bonnet, set forther'back, a short running in the top edge of the veil will have an excellent effect. Anyhow, it should be fastened at the back with a pin, and the ends carefully tucked away out of sight. Tulle cut in an elongated diamond shape is used just now; the longer ■points join behind, the shorter-diame-ter being just deep enough to cover the face. It is frequently necessary to gather the top edge of a veil that is to bo worn with a hat. Long scarfshap.ed veils are sometimes adopted with light laco edgings; these are draped round the hat, and tho long ends are allowed to hang down at the back.. Others are square, save that one of the four corners is rounded off; this end falls over the face, while the three others—each weighted by a little tassel—grouped together, dangle about the nape of the nock, the net covering the entire hat. This is ono of the latest novelties. Fashion patronises very lightly woven tulles for veils; if lace embroidered the design is extremely small and delicate; spots, on tho contrary, are generally quite opaque, and aro sometimes made of -velvet, sometimes of small grains with a. metallic lustre about them. Besides these, there are tulles for veils speckled with gold, or dotted hero and there with bits _of tinsel, or into the meshes of which are worked smalV beads of cut-glass imitating various gems—more especially diamonds. White and coloured net for veils is much less in vogue than formerly/ and should only be chosen of the same colour as the bonnet itself; nevertheless, I have seen-a few hats —those with medium-sized brims turned up at the edge—to which a white lace veil is attached which actually forms part of tiio decoration. These aro the exceptions. Black net foundations carry the day. and are worn with all sorts of coloured millinery, being so fine as to he almost invisible.

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Dominion, Volume 10, Issue 2974, 11 January 1917, Page 2

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WOMAN'S WORLD. Dominion, Volume 10, Issue 2974, 11 January 1917, Page 2

WOMAN'S WORLD. Dominion, Volume 10, Issue 2974, 11 January 1917, Page 2

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