WOMAN'S WORLD.

Dominion, Volume 10, Issue 3171, 23 August 1917, Page 2

WOMAN'S WORLD.

SOCIAL AND PERSONAL

(By Imogen.)

Wedding at St. Paul's. At St. Paul's. Pro-Cathedral on Tu/jsday Miss Dorothy Kelsey, daughter of lire. T. O. Jvelsey, Kelbuni, was married to Sergeant Gnflith Evans, of tho Tliirtylitst Reinforcements, a son of Mr. and Mrs. Robert Evans, of Holmwood, Otano, llawko's Day. Tho Uev. A. JI. Johnson officiated, and there was a largo gathering of friends. Tho bride, who was given away by her uncle, Mr. .T. Parker, was gowned in a fawn cloth costume. Misa Brois Kelsey, the bridesmaid, woro a pretty green satin charmouse dress, with a hat to match. Captain M'Killop, also of tho Thirty-finst Koinforcemenls, acted as best man.'s After tho ceremony a reception was held at tho residence.of the bride's mother, the rooms, being decorated with beautiful spring flowers. Tho popularity of both Sergeant and Mrs. Evans was evidenced by tho numerous presents received, includingjrifls from tho officers and men of the bridegroom's company. Tho health of tho young couplo was proposed by Mr. Martin Luickio, and other speeches were also made, expressive of tho good will of the fiuests. The bridegroom's present to tho brido- was a gold wristlet -watch, his gift to tho bridesmaid being a necklace.

Red Cross Work in the Country. The following letter lias been received by tho honorary secretary of (ho St. John Ambulance Brigade Overseas and Rod Cross Society (Star Boating Shed) from the honorary secretary of the ilangapehi Red Cross Guild. This branch started in a very small way. not even being ablo to buy their own material, so an arrangement was made,that the 'Wellington Society should supply them with cut-out garments from the depot "in tho -Star Boating Shed, tho Mangapehi Guild sending uionoy donations when they could. In that way cut-out garments go to this guild and return to the Wellington depot most beautifully made up, accompanied by tbo guild's donations. The lotter received by tho Wellington secretary gives some idea of the enthusiastic way in "which women are working for our sick and wounded:—-"It gives me very great pleasure to send you the enclosed cheque for .£2l fia. Gd. on behalf of our guild. Our social for tho Red Cross was a great success, and the proceeds amounted to a really magnificent sum for so small a place. Many of thoso who attended came miles: ono party ivalked seven miles of muddy road, and then travelled nine miles by train to attend. Another party rodo ten miles and travelled about the same distnnco by train, niid v yet another camo seventeen miles on tho tramway trolly. I "give you the above details to shoV ynu tho spirit of . our settlers, who, I feel sure, will lieln us all they can from time to time. What I Uko best of all io that our expenses nnly amounted to ss. The musicians gave their services free, the Hall Trustees did not charge for the hall, and a patriotic gentleman save us 300 is. and 2s. tickets, of which ninny were sold. The ladies paid Is., and all w.ho lived in Mangapehi were asked to bring a plate of cakes. A statement about our work was mado to the company, and I have six new members as the result. Our schoolmaster asked »>f if I.c'ild get work from you for girls to do. He had received orders that the flclmnl irjrJs are not t" sew for r>thertlinn natrintic purposes. I promised to ask voii if you could send "me work—in a simute wnv—for Minm to do. He thought pei'haps thoy could do knitting."

Dr. and Mrs. Truby King are visiting Wellington.

Dr. Ada Patterson has returned to Wellington from a visit to tho West Coast.

The death took placo on Sunday at Carevs Bay of Mrs. Goldio, relict of the lato 'Captain Goldie, and an old resident of Port Chalmers. Captain Goldio, who died a few years ago, was a prominent figure among tho shipping at that port during the early days, and he was also associated with tho volunteers, as well as taking a keen interest in rowing. He had an amiablo and accomplished wife in Mrs. Goldie, who previous to her marriage was Miss Jane Notman. Tho deceased lady, wlio was 83 years of age, was the mother of. Mr. George N. Goldie, of Wellington.

Owing to tho prevalence of sickness in the town, and for other unforeseen causes, it has been decided to abandon, in the meantime, the proposed children's dance in connection with the Victoria League./ 'People who havo already bought' tickets aro .requested to hand them in to the respective vendors, when tho money will be refunded. It is hoped that tho committee will see their, way to arrange to hold tho party at some futuro x date.

The president of the Victoria League wishes to thank all those members of committee and other ladies who helped to make Victoria League Day at the Red Cross Shop so complete a success. It is entirely owing to their strenuous aud untiring work that the gratifying total of ,£l5O was attained. Many thanks aro also accorded to all the members of tho Victoria League who, in response to the league's post-card appeal for lielp, sent either a contributioii or a donation to swell the fund on Red Cross Day..

The ladies of the Patriotic Cake Room thank the following donors of cakes, snb=criplions, etc.:—Mesdames Smitton, Campbell. Meek. Holmes, Gavin, Sommerville, J. FhuUay, Adamson, Richardsou. Giesou. Isaacs, Heywood, B. Taylor, G. Fulton, ('. Palmer, '.'Anonymous," aud the Misses Wheeler (2), Kirk; cnldic, M'Monameii. Richardson, Von Dadelszen, 'M'lCellar, Didsbury. Asnuith, Olmliners, 'M'Kenzic, Nation, Sidey, and Wilson. . .

.Mrs. W. B. Scandrett. of Invercargill, whose death occurred a few days ego, was a colonist of OS years' standing, taring arrived, when a child, at Dunedin in isft by' the ship Ajax, by which her parent's, Mr. aud Mrs. Milstead, were passengers. She was married in Onmarii in March,' ISRI, and had a family ol' 12 children, nine of whom, with her husband, are living—namely, Prank,. Douglas, and Victor Scandrett (of Jnvcr:argill), Mr. Alfred Scandrett (Singapore), Mr. Cyril Scandrett (Waihi), Mr. Gordon Scandrett (Masterton), .Mrs. W. A. Crawford (Dunedin), Mrs. D. S. Thomson (L'cilding), ami Miss Scandrett.

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"Bridge."—Ago leaves its trace quite as obviously on the hands as on the face. Make a practice of applying a little "Zoleno" ■ {2s. fid.) and rubbing it. well into the back of tho Lands after household duties or :before retiring. II: not only whitens the skin, but prevents it becoming loose and wrinkled. All Ipttei's with addresses enclosed answered privately. Mrs. Rolleston, !!5G Laniblon Quay. -Advt.

Our hosiery knitting mncbines aro 'first to the front" for satisfaction and efficiency. They supersede any other knitters in the production of socks and stockings, and the goods mndo on these machines are guaranteed to wear as well as those knittod by hand. Wo are now showing the very latest models in Harrison Griswold Hosiery Knitters. Fifty pairs hose can bo knitted on our machines while one pair is being knitted Inhand. Particulars and prices from Oscar Howett and 0., 58 Cuba Street, Wollingtbn (just below Bank of Now Zealand).—Advt.

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MATTBRS OF INTEREST FROM TAR AN© NEAR.

Two Socks Knitted at Once. Tho thousands uC women throughout tho Dominion who aro devoting every spare moment totlio knitting ui' .socks for their kith and tin on actjve service will be interested to know tha Fan Otago resident—Miss Cornish, of Waikoikoi— having read in if magazino that two socks could l» knitted at oneo, has discovered tho method by which this can be done, with highly favourable, results, both in this economy of time and labour, and in tho production of a satisfactory' article Miss Cornish proposes to havo tho directions printed, whereby tho simultaneous knitting for two socks can be effected, and to devoto tho proceeds of tho salo at a modest prico to patriotic purposes. She ltopos to arrango to have tho directions issued through the local patriotic and Red Cross societies.

Children's Carnival at Maranui. Thoro was a largo attendance of the public at tho Maranui Church. Hall last evening when tho children's fancy dress I carnival, arranged by the Lyal'l Bay Ladies' Eorget-nie-not Club was held for tho benefit of tho Mayoress's (Mrs. J. P. Luke) Christmas Pudding Ji'und. There was a largo number of competitors for tho prizes which were offered, and some very pretty and effective dresses were worn by tho children, a considerable amount of originality having been shown both in execution .and design. The prizewinners were: Miss- Rawinia Wortley, who went as "Nov Zealand Flax"; Mies Grey, "Forgot-me-nol"; Master Dudley Corston, "Plran Pudding"; Master Esmond Smith, naval officer. An entertainment programme had also boon arranged, Mr. Culford Bell contributing items, also the Misses Carwell, Cooke, Phippson, Hands, Davis, Worsley, Bouttell, Ostend, Rade, Sutton, Middleborough, and Melville.' An item that received a double' encore was a song and dance, "Tho TuMp and the Rose," by Miss Carwell Cooke and Mi6s Phippson. Sovcral children also contributed items. Altogether tho object for which the carnival.was held should benefit" very satisfactorily.

Thorndon Day at the Wellington Red Cross Shop.

A meeting of thoso interested in the Thorndon Day at the Wellington Red Cross Shop, to be held in October, took place yesterday afternoon in-the Sydney Street Soldiers' Club. Mrs. W. P. Maseey presided over a large attendance of ladies. .

The reports which were made in connection with tho various branches of activities that aro being undertaken by .various workers showed that cicelient progress is being made, and tho outlook for the day at the shop is most encouraging.

Miss Newman, representing tho Wellington Girls' College stated that the girls would contribute flowers, produce, sweets, cakes, etc., lor;, tho different stalls. ....'■■

. Mrs. P. Nathan outlined the entertainment which she proposes to give for l*ie benefit of the Thorndon Day, assisted by Miss Beere. As a fairy godmother, end will recito fairy stories to some children who will appear' upon, the stage, and these recitations will be interwoven with dancing. There will also be a ChristT mas tree in connection with this entertainment, and those who buy tickets for it will have the chance of winning a prize, of which there will be at'least twenty, some handsome articles (in addition tb a gold watch) having been given for this purpose. Some very pretty dances will be given by children, who will represent tho Allies, and as a matter of fact the whole of the entertainment will bo of an "Allied" nature. M. Eugene Ossipoff r will sing songs appropriate to the occasion. :

A strong committee was set up to mako arrangements in connection with Mrs. Nathan's entertainment and to assist Miss D'Oyly and her sister, Mrs. JHobbs, in the 6treet salo of tickets, a special day being set aside for this latter part of the arrangements. Tho committee is comprised of the following ladies:—Mesdames Cecil Jones, -Pulton, Richardson, Djer, C. Parle, Turrcll, Izard, Hall, Burton, Miss Keesing, and Miss Marchant.

' Very many , offers of assistance have been received in connection with the Thorndon Day, including a promise of assistance from Mt\ Ngala, who will appeal to the Maoris on tho East Coast to contribute to this Red Cross effort, which is for pakeha and Maori alike. Miss Una Carter has promised to contribute some of her very delicious 6wee(s, and produce of all kinds, including slieop, lamb, fruit, vegetables, etc., will be sent in from town and country districts.

Sailors' Friend Society. Brightness was the order of things at Mr. and Mrs.' T. E. Jortes's concert at tho Sailors' Priend Society. With story,' song, recital, 'and competition, the timo sped on happy wings. Mr. Moore, Missioiier, spoke on "lJecent News from the Press" in relation to temperance. The performers were: Tho Misses E. Chapman, Dorothy Jones, M..' Diniock, and Messrs. T. E. Jones, AValter Gate, and Samuel and Captain Macfarlane. Miss E. Chapman was at the piano.

A concert will be given at the institute this evening by pupils of the Wellington Girl's College.

Does your skin become cracked, dry, and red on' cold winter days? If so, apply a little. Sydal every evening. Sydal is a sweet-smelling emollient and makes the skin soft, white, and attractive. An emollient, mind—not' a greasy cream. Sydal costs only 2s. for a jar, lasting three months.. All chemists and stores. -Advt. '

For grey and faded hair use Donneily'a Grey Edir Tonic. Ss. Gd. Donnelly. 65 Vivian Street.—Advt.

Sydney Street Soldiers' Olub Dance. j A largely-attended meeting of the ladies who, at the request of the committee of the Sydney Street Soldiers' Club, attend tho, dances which aro . given every month for the reinforcements, was held in the Sydney Street Soldiers' Club yesterday afternoon. Mrs. Coleridge and Mrs'.' C. Earlo thanked them for th'eir attendance at these dances, and i'or the assistance which they had given in making them such a recognised success. Tho now system' which has just Been inaugurated-in connection with the tickets that givo admittance to these dances was explained, and in place. of the red tickets which have been recalled, Wue tickets aro now issued, nn<] are to be presented' by all attending tho dances. Holders of red tickets'Jsho were unable to attend yesterday's meeting must make application for the blue tickets within one week ,from the present date. _ . / At the close of tho meeting Mas Van Staveren, in tho course of a few remarks, made very appreciative references to tho work of the Dance Committee, the kindly interest that they displayed in the girls, nnd the consistent efforts by means of which they had made these dances so very popular. it a meeting of the committee of the Wellington Returned Soldiers' Association hold last evening it was decided to organise a returned soldiers' ball, to take place at the end of September. Further particulars will lie announced later.

A Soldiers' Evening. The Methodist Bible Class Union has psen. in the habit for some time past of . entertaining soldiers in CAmp at social talocrlngs held once a month in Wesley JToIi, - TaronaM ■ Street. These gath- ■ erings have always been exceedingly well attended, and have been greatly enjoyed by all concerned. In return for this hospitality, the soldiers who havo attended these gatherings themselves gavo fin entertainment for tho ' Biblo Class Union, and Wesley Hall, in which it was held last Saturday evening, was packed to the doors. Games and a programmo j .of instrumental and vocal items were . greatly enjoyed, the latter being contributed +o by the following:—Lieutenant Dornwall and Captain Chapman, recitations; Sergeant Jacobs, violin solo; Sergeant Clark, Corporal Jones, and Corporal Thwaites, songs. Supper, ana , ■ the singing of tho National. Anthem, ■brought a very pleasant evening (at which Captain Hands presided) to a ;. close.

A woman's right is to have a set of - preparations for her hair, even only a Email and inexpensive set. Apply to Miss Milsom for same, and get full instruc- • tions and - the proper treatment and knowledge.how to use it. Then in your own home you may soon have a head of •glistening, beautiful hair, full of tone and colour. No matter how poor, how dead, or how. grey, no head of hair is beyond repair. There is no hetter help in the world than the simple outfit or «*'v»»i^.8 r eP aln tions at a price w,ithin reach of 1 nil. .Best Poudre3 in four shades, 2s. Gd.j lap Food, 2s. Cd. All hairwort, hair cremes, and tonics. See that the Milsom seal is on all our toilet accessories; none cenuine without. Correspondence confiv • dentially invited to the only address, Miss Milsom, Barnett's Buildings, 94 . Willis Street. Tel. 814.—Advt.

All parents are hereby requested to encourage Stationers and Storekeepers to push the sale ■of "Thinker" 'Brand Writing Tablets and "Thinker" School Exercise Books for the nation's , goodrrßannatyne and Hunter, Ltd., wholesale agenta for the "Thinker," '-Advt.

Death of an Old Settler. One of Wellington's earliest settlors, Mrs. W. J. Williams, died in a private, hospital ou. August 19, at the- age of seventy-six years. Her pareuts came to New Zealand in 1840, in the ship Adelaide, and she and her sister (the lato Mrs. Baxter) were born here. In \his the parents returned to England, taking with them their two little daughters. After spending a few years in England, they came back to New Zealand in 1?.")8, this time in the Oliver Lang. The fain, ily then consisted of five, including three sona born in England. Apart from- the five years spent at Home, Mrs. Wijliams had lived all her life in Wellington and Karori. She leaves one son (Mr. C. }{. Williams, of ; Kaitoho) and five grandchildren, two of whom are ,on active' sen-ice. Her threo brothers (Mr. George Andrews, of Hataitai, Mr. Alfred Andrews, of Palmerston North, and Mr. Wj.n Andrews, of Kaipaforo) surviro her.

Red Cross Dance Recital. Mies Estello Beere is presenting, by special request, one of her chafiming dance recitals at the Grand Opera House on Saturday and Monday evening \next. Various song and dance items will "bo given by talented young performers, including Iris Montgomery, Peggie Turnbull, Eileene Myers, and Aileen Lambert. "Lra Harlequins" will be danced by eight young ladies, little P.cne Taylor will perform the Highling fling to tho bagpipes by Piper W. G. Brown, a difficult interpretation of the "Dying Swan" will bo given by little Florence Heywortho. Choice sweets will be sold by a bevy of young Indies vnder Miss Joseph'. The committee include: Mesdauies .T. Joseph; de B. Brandon, A. Myers, Hall-Thompson, E.'Hiley, and A. Pearce, and Miss Coates; hon. secretary, Mrs. Duthie. ,

The golden wedding was celebrated in Clirisrcliurc!i on Monday of Mr. and Mrs. Job Osborne, formerly of the Ellesmere district, but now of Christchurch. Something like two hundred friends and relatives "assembled to do honour lo (heso two pioneers, and many hearty congratulations were received.

An. old settler bf the Wairarapa, Mrs. Angus M'Master, died in Masterton yesterday at the age of seventy-eight years.

Parents! Save your' shillings. Tweed Overcoats for boys of 6 yeaTS upwards front 15s. 6d. to' 455.; smaller boys from 7s. fid. to 255. 6d. Geo. Fowlds, Ltd., Manners -Street.—Adyt. ,