WOMAN’S WORLD

Dominion, Volume 20, Issue 57, 1 December 1926, Page 4

WOMAN’S WORLD

MATTERS OF INTEREST FROM FAR AND NEAR

SOCIAL AND PERSONAL Airs. Johnston, Kelburn, is staying with her sister, Miss C. Humphries, Blufi Hill, Napier, - Mr. and Mrs. W. Norton, Wellington, are visiting Christchurch. Mrs. H. Buckleton, Wellington, is a visitor to Auckland. Mrs. R. A. Wright, wife of the Minister of Education, returned to Wellington from the north yesterday morning. Mrs. Mercer, of Wellington, is the guest of Mrs. Mcßae, Napier. Miss McEwen, of Palmerston North, and Miss Ingle and Miss Helen Bennett, of Marton, are passengers by the Maheno for Melbourne, where they intend spending a long holiday.

Mrs. Cowper, who has been the guest of Mrs. I?. J. Earle, has returned to Wanganui. , #

Mrs.' Pearson. Wellington Terrace, and her son and daughter, will tour New Zealand for some weeks before leaving for Australia and then on for a comprehensive tour, including Britain and Europe, America, and the East.

A quiet wedding took place on Tuesday last in the Kelburn Presbyterian Church, of Mr. John Corkill Wade, son of Mr. George Wade, to Miss Myrtle Evelyn Redpath/ daughter of Mr. Frank Redpath.'i Miss R. A. Mallinson acted as bridesmaid and Mr. EC. Russell as best man. The Rev. G. K. Stowell was the officiating minister.

A wedding of interest took place last Thursday, when Miss Jessje Bruce, youngest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. J. D. Bruce, “Glencarrigh,” Akaroa, was, married to Mr. John So’mmerville Carmichael, of Wellington. The teremony vas performed by the Rev. F. J. Tylee, in thp home of the bride, only relatives and intimate friends being present. The bride, who was given away by her father, wore a frock of floral georgette over an underdress of soft dovegrey crepe de chine, and a pretty model crinoline hat with pastel shaded flowers to tone with her frock She carried a shower, bouquet of mauve and pink sweet peas and maidenhair fern. The bride yas attended by her sister. Miss Edith Bruce, who wore a vieux rose jumper frock of Milanese jersey silk and navy crinoline hat. She also carried a shower bouquet of sweet peas- and: maidenhair fern. Mr. Ry Bruce, brother of the bride, was best man. When Mr, and Mrs. J. S.- Carmichael left on their wedding tour the bride wore a navy blue repp coat over a frock of deep rust-brown tharocain with fawn trimmings, and fawn hat. Mrs. Bruce, mother of the bride, who received - the guests, wore a black and white Jersey silk frock and black hat, and carried a bouquet of mauve sweetpeas. Mrs Carmichael, mother of the bridegroom, wore a frock of wedgwood blue figured georgette and blue crinoline liat, and carried a bouquet of pink sweet peas. Mrs. W. S. Singleton (Wellington), sister of the bride, wore a frack of pale green brocaded marocain and smart hat to tone.

A message lias been received in Ham? j|tpq reporting the death in England on Thursday last of Mrs. Che'rrington, wife of the Bishop-elect of WaL kato. The announcement caused widespread' regret, and, a wireless message of condolence has bqen dispatched, ’conveying- the sympathy of the diocese to the Bishop, who will reach Auckland on Thursday. Mrs. Clierrington had been in impaired health for some time, suffering from rheumatism, — Press Assn. . " , ' .

The engagement is. announced in an exchange of -. Marianne Evelyn Norman, only. ’ daughter of■ Mr. and Mrs. ?Harpld'; Norman, of Qhiro Bay, Wellington, ■ tq Sydney L, Woolley, Supply. Chief, P.O. of H.M.S. Dunedin, second son of Mrs. and the late James Woolley, ’ of “Meadowcote,” Cholsey, Berkshire, England,

A wedding of Wellington interest was solemnised recently at the Church of the Holy; Sepulchre, Northampton, England, when Dr. Portia Kathleen Taylor/ youngest' daughter of Mrs. Taylor, of Kelburn, Wellington, was married to Dr. A. K. Thomas, of East Retford, Nottinghamshire. The Rev. E. L. Warren was the officiating clergyman. Dr. Portia Kathleen Tay,lqr is a sister of Miss. Lyra Taylor, LL.B., who, since she left Wellington about eighteen'' months ago, has acted as a; lecturer- in Johns Hopkins University, U.S.A,, and of-Miss. Clara M. Taylor, M-A,, a principal of one of England’s, leading 'girls’ colleges. S|ie commenced her medical studies at Otagp University, and in 1919 left for England, entering London. University Cqlkge Hospital. In 19/1 she took the Af.B’U.S. degree of'London Universityj and in 1925, after a year’s further, special study at the Moorfield ; Ophthalmic Hospital, she had the Diploma in Ophthalmic Medicine and Surgery of London University conferred .on her. The Church of the Holy Sepulchre, where the wedding took place, is the oldest church in a town famous for its. interesting old churches. It is one of the four round churches in England, apd was built in 1129. After the ceremony Mrs. Taylor, mother of the bride, who had journeyed to England to be present, held a reception at Calderfield, St. George’s Avenue, the residence of her eldest daughter, Miss Clara M. Taylor. Among the guests were Dr. Flora Shepherd and Dr. Stenhouse, formerly of New. Zealand, Mr. and Mrs. A. Thomas, 'Mr. ,H. Thomas, Miss Thomas, Dr. Durie, Dr. Pomfret, Mr. and Mrs. Phillipson, and Mr. Warned There were numerous wedding presents from friends in England and New Zealand. The wedding tour was spent motoring in Wales. The future address of Dr. and Mrs. Thomas will be Bridge House, Retford, Nottinghamshire.

To have one’s hair shingled without regard to the shape of the head or the type of features is to court disaster. A mannish cut is exceedingly unbecoming. Correctlv cut, the head shows a dainty line and finish Telephone an appointment for shingling, marcel waving, or permanent waving with Stamford and Co., Ltd., 68 Willis Street ’Phone 44—745 —Advt.

Eve, No. 10 Woodward Street, suggests various ideas for Christmas gifts. China posies are an original • conceit, and would give .great pleasure to the receiver. A writing blotter in mauve suede, with gold penholder; a flat vanity case in wood, rose-lined, and trimmed with gold leather; also 'hankys in crepe de chine and hand-worked coloured linens; bridge pencils; and tettles of perfume. Some very charming gowns have just come to hand. A navy blue juniper frock in crepe de chine is particularly attractive for a large figure—Advt.

Pure, wholesome, healthful Pascall’s Boiled Confections, procurable in bot- ‘ ties at Is. 6d. per jar. Save the coupons.—A'dvt.

Mrs. W. Singleton, Kelburn, is visiting her relatives in Akaroa.

Miss Vickers, Wellington, and her niece, Miss Jean ‘Brown, are visiting relatives in Auckland.

Mrs. W. D. Stewart, Hobson Street, will return to-day from a short holiday trip to Napier.

At St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church, Wanganui, the marriage took place last week of Maud Barltrop, only daughter of Mr. and Mrs. G, R. Simpson, to Robert Hugh McKenzie, second son of Mr. and Mrs. J. Tizard. of Auckland, late of Wanganui. The ceremony, which was fully choral, was conducted by Rev. Hugh Beggs. The church had been beautifully decorated by friends of the bridal pair. The attendants were Miss Phyllis Barltrop, of Feilding, maid-of-honour and cousin of the bride, and Misses Eva and Rona Thompson. The bridegroom’s attendants were—Mr. Dixon Tizard, best man, and Messrs. Tarr and W. Greig, groomsmen. Amongst those present were:—Mr. J. Horn, M.P., and Mrs. Horn (Wakatipu), uncle and aunt of the bride. An early settler of the Mahurangi district, Mrs. Ellen Dawson, widow of the late Mr. J. Dawson, died last week at the age of 84. The late Mrs. Dawson was born in Australia. Both her parents died when she was two years •of age, and , she was adopted by Mrs. Williams; living with her foster parents at Lower Matakana, until her marriage. Subsequently Mrs. Dawson resided at Mahurangi until her death. Mrs. Dawson had a family of ten, six boys and four girls, and all lived to ’ adult age. Three sons have since died. One son, Mr. J. Dawson, is harbourmaster at Wellington, another, William, resides in Auckland, and the other, Stewart; lives at Mahurangi. The, four daughters are Mrs. Taylor, of Waihi Plains, Mrs. Perry, of Tauranga, Mrs, Gill, of Huntly, and Mrs. Campbell; of Warkworth.

The committee of the Plunket Society is calling on all those they have helped to attend 'the Christmas party a»d show their appreciation of the Plunket nurses’ work by attending at the Town Hall next Saturday afternoon, where they are promised a. very enjoyable time. The children's; community singing is a unique event in Wellington, and in the capable hands of Messrs. Albert Russell and Will. Mason its success is ensured. “Here We Go Round the Mulberry Bush,” “Little 80-Peep,” “Rock-a-bye Baby,” “Three Blind Mice,” “Boys and Girls,” etc., are among the well known nursery rhymes which will be sung, so the committee is asking all parents to make sure that their children know them so that they can all join in happily. The rest’ of the entertainment is being provided by Miss Helen Gard’ner and Miss Kathleen O’Brien, who are arranging most artistic performances. Father Christmas will be in attendance from 1.30 p.m,, and his wonderful tree will be laden with many beautiful and original toys for children. Altogether an afternoon filled with delight is promised, so those attending will not only help the society by their presence, but are promised a truly enjoyable time, both for themselves and their children. Gallery seats can now be reserved at the Bristol.

The marriage was celebrated yesterday afternoon at Knox Church, Lower Hutt,-of Mr. C. J. McKinnon, of the staff of the Dominion, and Mrs. T. Gerritzen. The church was elaborately, decorated for the occasion. The Rev. J. McCaw. officiated, and Miss McCaw presided at the organ. The bride was given away by. Dr. Anson, aijd wore a graceful frock of French gray. em>oiflered voile with a cape of pale gre’u georgette and a smart, hat of pale green. Slip carrjed a bouquet .o| beautiful pink roses. Miss Janet Anson was maid of honour, and wore a frock of deep apricot, georgette with a black hat relieved with touches of apricot apd carried a bouquet of criru-soq-rases. Mr. J. McKinnon, of Auckland, attended the bridegroom, his brother. After the ceremony Dr. and Mrs- Anson entertained a number of guests, at their, residence “Rawhiti,” Hutt Road, Mrs. Anson wearing a. gown of rich black silk and a, black hat, and carrying a bouquet of lavender sweetpeas and pyrethrum. Dr. Anson proposed the health of the bride in a very happy little speech, the bridegroom responding. The house was gay with beautiful flowers, roses predominating. Tea, was served in the dining-room, the table being decorated with pink Japanese plants; the place of honour on the table was occupied by the wedding cake —the work of a pupil of the bride. After tea the guests had an opportunity of seeing the garden, which is simply a blaze of colour. Among- those present were, Mr. and Mrs. J. McKinnon, Auckland, Mrs. Pabst, mother of the bride, who wore a navy ensemble suit and hat to tone; Rev. Archdeacon Hansell and Mrs. Hansell, Mrs. Arnold Atkinson, Mr. ■ and Mrs. H. R. Tombs, Mr- and Mrs. Harison Cook, Mr. and Mrs C. Drummond, Mrs. A'- Broderic and Miss B. Broderic, Miss Humphries,. Mrs. Turton Mrs. C W. Earle, Miss Erna Gerritzen, Mrs. H. Sladden, Mrs. von Zedlitz, the Rev. and Mrs. McCaw, Mr. and Mrs. Keniggie, Mrs. Kent, Mr. and Mrs. Jenkinson, Miss England, Mrs. Heine, Mr. and Mrs. R. Grant, Miss Harrison, Mrs. Miller (Auckland), Miss D. K. Richmond, Mrs. Boyle, Dr. Fell, Miss P. Newton, Miss Leatham, Mr. and Mrs. Alfred Atkinson, Mr. and Mrs. Esmond Atkinson, Dr. and Mrs. Brewster, Miss Fitzherbert, Miss Thompson, Miss Sladden, Miss Humphries. Miss Heine and Miss Meyer helped Mrs. Anson at tea time. Later Mr. and Mrs. McKinnon left by motor, the bride wearing a fawn kasha ensemble with a hat to tone.

Mr. and Mrs. T. Hislop, Salamanca Road, lent their garden yesterday afternoon for a party in aid of funds for the establishment of a central church school (Anglican). There was a fair attendance, and the many good things for sale appeared to find ready buyers. The stalls were set up under an awning op.the beautifully sheltered tennis court, and flowers, produce, cakes, and sweets were, displayed, as Well as a tempting afternoon tea table. At the other end Mrs. Hislop and 'Mrs. Shand had* a bran dip. Mrs. Spratt was in charge, arid the speakers were the Rev. White, organising secretary of the movement, and Mr. Button, both of whom spoke interesting[lv of; their- feeling that there was a very real need for such a movement. Each parish was represented among the helpers-present being at least two ladies. They were Mesdames Ellis, Curtis, Gaby", Knibbs, Larnach, Brawn, Wilkins, Lawrence, and Robertson, and Misses- Jenkyns, Stuart-Forbes, Cooper, Brandon, and Ellis.

“Home Sweet Home” is made clean and bright by using C.O. Waxsliine, the great linoleum polish. It’s mother’s favourite. Procurable from all grocers -Advt.

Weddings to be artistic must have bouquets to harmonise with frocks Miss Murray, 36 Willis Street. Deliveries anywhere in Dominion.—Advt.

At St. Paul’s Pro-Cathedral on November 17, Molly, only daughter, of the late Henry and'Mrs T. 'Hastwell, of Hataitai, was married to Alfred Milburn, fourth son of the late Joseph .. and Mrs.® J. Milburn, of Dunedin. The Ven- Archdeacon Johnson officiated. The bride, who wore a frock of silver lace over shell pink satin, was given a wav by Mr. W. Reed, a friend of the family. The bridesmaids were .Miss Nora Muir and Betty Lyon. ■■ The t'ornier wore gold lace over, eau-de-nil georgette, and the. latter lavender crepe de chine. Both carried bouquets to tone. The bridegroom was attended by his cousin, Mr J. W. Coatsworth, of Dunedin, as’best man. After the ceremony the reception was held at the residence of the bride’s mother, where seventy guests were entertained. Thebride ” and bridegroom spent their, .honeymoon in the South Island,

‘ The engagement is announced front England ■ between James Russell Wilford, eldest son of Canon and Mrs. Russell Wilford, of Christchurch, and Winifred Young, of Greenwood, Guildford. Mr. Wilford entered Christ’s College, Cambridge, in 1923, to study for his Theological Tripos. He is an old boy of Christ’s College, Christchurch. Last year hfr- won the Gell Hebrew Prize 'at the University. He has been prominent in ’Varsity Rugby.

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