WOMEN IN PRINT

Evening Post, Volume CVIII, Issue 140, 10 December 1929, Page 17

WOMEN IN PRINT

Her Excellency Lady Alice Fergussoh, loft Christchurch for tlio South on Sunday night (says the "Christehurch Times")- She spent the day with Mrs. A. Boyle, Park terrace. Mrs. V. Pattison has left Auckland to visit Wellington. , ! Mrs. Carlile, Hawkes Bay, and Miss I. Monckton, have recently returned to Wellington. Miss Lulu Dyer, Wellington, who has been visiting Christehurch, has left for. Invercargill. Mr., Mrs., and Miss Booth, Wellington, are visiting Christchurch. Miss Cecily Ellis, Rose Bay, Sydney, is visiting her grandmother, Mrs. Sullivan, Boxburgh street. Mrs. and Miss Kerr, Wellington, are visitors to Christchurch. Mr. and Mrs. Percy Blundell and Miss P. Blundell arrived by the TJlinmroa from Sydney this morning, after an extended tour overseas. Mrs. K. Tritton is among the passengers returning to New Zealand by the Mataroa, and will visit her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Duncan, Wellington. Mrs. David Allan and two daughters left for the South last evening. Miss Gould, Christchurch, is the guest of Mrs. C. Elgar, Featherston. Archdeacon and Mrs. Williams, Hawkes Bay, have been in Wellington, en route for Christchureh. . Mrs. Frank Hay, Wellington, and Mrs. W. S. Bean, Christchurch, are visitors to Auckland. Mrs. H. B. Townsend and Mrs. A. A. Sommerville are Wellington visitors to Auckland.

Mr. and Mrs. H. B. Bock are "Wellington visitors to Napier. Mr. and Mrs. *!ordon Eeid, Wellington, have been touring in the South. Mrs. F. C. Brown has returned to her homo at Lyall Bay after spending a holiday in New South "Wales, during which she attended the celebration of the diamond wedding of her parents. Mr. and Mrs. G. Stratton (England) are arriving in New Zealand by the Mataroa. With them is Mrs. Stratton, sen., who is coming to.visit her daughter, Mrs. T. Wilberfoss. - Mrs. John Downey,.East Coast, is the guest of Mrs., Elder, Aurora terrace. Miss A. Kennedy has returned to Wellington 'after paying visits in the country. Mrs. A. A. Richardson is visiting her father, Mr. P.' N. Keeling, at Marton. ■ Mrs. Fry arrived by the Ulimaroa from Australia this morning, and will stay with her son, the Rev. H. E. K. Pry, vicar of St. Mark's. The engagement is announced of Alice, elder daughter of the Yen. Archdeacon, and Mrs. Hansell, Lower Huttj to the Rev. Walter E. D. Davies, younger son of the late Mr. E. D. Davies, Colombo, Ceylon, and Mrs. Davies, Liverpool, England. The engagement is ' announced of Eva, eldest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. J. A. Comrie, Wanganui, to William Arthur, elder son: of Mr. and Mrs. A. S. Johnson,' Johnsonville, Wellington.

Wellington W.C.T.TX. ■ The "Wellington branch of the Women's Christian Temperance Union met last week, Mrs. Mowlem presiding. The annual, report, which was read by Mrs. Webb, reported that a great deal of good work had been done during the year. The balance-sheet showed a good credit balance. Contributions to the "Million. Shilling Fund" totalled £3 15s. Votes of thanks were passed to the retiring officers for work done during the year. The election of officers for the ensuing year resulted as follows:—President, Mrs. Mowlem; secretary, Mrs. Webb; treasurers, Misses Boxall and Webb; vice-presidents, Mesdames Murray and Spearman. Afternoon tea was served, a good number being present. Tho doxolqgy concluded the meeting.

A Visit to Germany. The president of the Lyceum Club Mrs. J. J: Clark) gave au impromptu afternoon tea to welcome home Mrs. A. M'Vicar, J.P., who gave an interesting account of the 25th anniversary of the women's franchise movement. The celebration this year, said Mra M'Vicar, was held in Berlin, and there were two hundred delegates from different countries, she representing New Zealand. She was greatly impressed with the ideals of the various delegations, each trying .earnestly to solve the problems of their countries. Mrs Corbett Ashby (England) was specially interested in solving unemployment housing conditions in the overcrowded towns, and in the after-sorrows due to the war. The German delegates showed great hospitality. Mrs M Vicar was impressed with the marvellous industry of the people, men and women all working long hours. Housing in. the new quarters was cheap electricity and other comforts being almost free. The greatest achievement was positively "no waste," every thins being utilised. ■ g Party for Children.

About 150 children were present at a delightful party at the Jewish Women's Club, which was arranged by the Radiant Health Society. Many parents were present as well, and enjoyed the party with the children. The hall was brightly decorated. A Christmas tree was part of the plan, Father Christmas appearing on a balcony and distributing the gifts to very happy children. iJanemg games, recitations, and music by a good orchestra made the time pass very happily, with the usual accompaniments of holiday tea. Then parents and triends completed a festive day with a social evening, during which dancine and musical items, competitions, etc were enjoyed. Mr. E. T. M'Lean (president) welcomed the guests. He congratulated Mr. J. E. Ritchie (the club secretary) on his good organisation and for acting as Father Christmas, and also thanked all who had helped to make the party so thoroughly success-

Hospital Gifts. The lady superintendent of the Wellington Hospital wishes to acknowledge with thanks the following gifta ■ and concerts:—Papers and books, Miss Itainsay, W. G. Gloustin, Women's Auxiliary, Brian and Stephenie Moss, Elsie Mason, Mrs. Yule, Mr. Salmon; cigarette cards, G. A. Cooze, Cyclists' Timing Club;.toys, Mrs. M'Kenzic, Mrs awe, Mr. Salmon; eggs, tova and books St. Thomas 's Juvenile' Good lemplars; flowers, Mr. Duncan St Judo's Parish Church, St. James's Island Bay Wesley Junior Endeavour, Hikarangx Plunket Society, Mr. Gowry children's garments, Mrs. Hale, Mrs Ivwen, and Mrs. Bryant; Christmas donation, £2 2a, Miss Nathan; gramophone and_ records for Fever Hospital, Miss Christie. Victoria Hospital: Concerts, per Eev. Harding, Petone, Mr. Hodson and party, Mr. Hardy and party Mr Mooreand Band of Hope Children, Mr. W Phillips, Mothers' League, Mr. Price and party. Sunday singing, Nowtown Methodist Church. Ewart HospitalConcerts, Commercial Travellers' Club, Working Men's Club Orchestra, Felix iMatertainers, Salvation Army Band, weekly visits: St. Vincent de Paul Sociey, Salvation Army, Eetumed Soldiers' Association. Bands: The Mission Band, the Artillery Band.

Lady Jersey's Birthday. The Dowager Lady Jersey celebrated her eightieth birthday at her house in Montagu square on 26th October, states "The Post's" London correspondent. Always interested in public affairs, she has seen more of the British Empire than most people. When her husband, the late Earl of Jersey, was Governor ot New South Wales, she not only visited most parts of the Australian Continent, but also the Pacific Islands, and called upon E. L. Stevenson in Samoa. Eight years ago Lady Jersey F-?i i '■£• er rem"iiscenees under the title "lufty-one Years of a Victorian." blie has also written children's books and a fairy play, "The Sleeping Beauty." A daughter of the late Lord Leigh, of Stoneleigh, Lady Jersey claims direct descent from the Princess Mary, sister of Henry VIII.

University Women's Club. The Play Reading Circle of the University Women's Club, under the direction of Miss L. Van Staveren, stajred. two plays at the Pioneer Club reception room. Great credit is due to Miss Van Staveren for the excellent performances. In tho first play a short comedy "Snowed up with a Duchess," the following members took part: Mrs. East, and Misses L. Van Staveren, Matthews and I. Wilson The second play was "Calais to Bover,' in which the parts were taken by Misses L. M'lntosh, E. Watson Palmer Hind, and Mrs. Williams Musical items were rendered by Misses X Faire, Bennie, and Eeid. Miss Uachan was the accompanist. Mrs Adamson (president of the club) presented Miss Van Staveren with a sheaf of flowers, and congratulated her on the high standard of the productions which had been so enjoyed by all present. The members and their guests then adjourned to the University Women s Club rooms, where a dainty supper was served. *

Croydon School Sports. Although the weather has been overwmdy to please most people, the wind was not felt unpleasantly at all at the annual sports at Croydon Diocesan School on Thursday, when the weather was really perfect for such an occasion bright, and not too warm. The grounds were looking at their best, which is saymg a good deal, the roses in particular being in great perfection, and the sports' green in excellent condition. Very successful sports were hold, and- later all adjourned to the bie schoolroom, where a delicious tea was served, the boys helping to look after the guests in a very courteoua and well-trained manner. The house decorations were much admired, and included the many handsome cups and trophies won since the school was established. The headmaster and Mrs. Skelley received th> guests. Mrs. Skelley wearing a ring velvet frock in deep cyclamen, shades, a hat to tone, and champagne silk coat. Among those present were the following:—Mr. and Mrs. Shirtcliffe, Mrs. Sprott, Mr bprott, Dr. and Mrs.Harty, Mrs P* B. Cameron, Mrs. Whyte, Mr. and Mrs.' ar^' M^; and Mrs- W- Cameron, Mr. and Mrs Evans, Mrs. Tomlinson, Mrs. Handyside, Mrs. . Bower-Knight, Mr and Mrs. Hogg, Mr. and Mrs. Praser" rylcr Mr. and Mrs. Townsend, Mr and Mrs. Washer, Mr. and Mrs. Kent Mr. and Mrs Kain, Mr. Jacobsen, Mr. Matthews, Mrs. Norman, Eev. and Mrs. Kaine, Mrs. Perkins, Mrs. and w IBS fe d> m' and Mrs' Liddle> Mrs. ArV- hga?' Mrs' Viokery, Mrs *I.^ m"on ' Mr. and, Mrs. Lewis, Mrs i V MI' S- Bright- Mr- Anderson Mr and Mrs. Budd, Mr. and Mrs. C imie" Mr. and Mrs Gregory, Mrs. Haywoodi Mrs. Paton, Mr. and Mrs. Williams ?£f C°rnf T ord '.Mr- Haylock, Miss Hay! lock, Mr. Leslie, Mrs. M. Smith, Mis Selanders, and Mrs. Digby-Smitn.

Mrs. Hoover "At Home." ■Never before has the «Fi rst Lady" of the TJnitea States of America gone into dinner on the arm of Britain's Pume Minister. All the- world knows the historic import of Mr. Ramsay MacDonald's visit to Washington; and the presence of his daughter, Ishbel, raises new problems for the Protocol Department; ot the Foreign Office (wrote Ignatius Phayre » "The Queen" recently). Permitted an interview, the writer saysAs she rose to greet me, I noted her gown. It was in ;her favourite hue of creamy rose, which goes so well with tor snow-white hair and the curious Oriental jewels which Mrs. Hoover has acquired in world travel that makes her unique among President's wives. As a girl student in mineralogy, Louisa Henry first met Herbert Hoover in the halls of Stanford University, far over on the Pacific, 3000 miles from the uproar of New York. Her manner is gentle and grave. Her voice is soft, and the accent wholly un-'«Yankee," being that of California, a lovely land of oranges and and golden beaches. Mrs. Hoover was quite excited, in her tranquil way, over the visit of Mr. Mac Donald and his daughter, who now keeps house in the official home of Pitt and Gladstone in Downing Street. I seem to have kept house everywhere," the new First Lady said Yes, from China to Perul As a young bride in Tientsin, I endured a frightful siege from savages intent on torture and murder." As we talked, Mr. Hoover himself looked in —huge and burly, and shy as over. Young Allen, too, came with an urgent note for his mother. And, last of all, young Mrs. Hoover trooped in to show us her jade-green frock, with Herbert Junior in admiring attendance. It was too late for me to greet Herbert No. 3, or little "Peggy Ann" (aged three), who is the White House pet and the idol of all. Efficient Women.

Strong testimony as to the peculiar gifts of women in the development of the drapery trade was given at the Drapers and Allied Traders' Conference held at Bournemouth recently, by Mr. Percy A. Best, managing director of Messrs. Shoolbred and Company, Limited, who presided. He said: Uivery day more and more positions in the drapery trade, admirably suited to women, are being filled by them. We employ more, women than any other trade. As we owe much to thorn, we ■can say that inthe retail drapery trade there arc more highly paid women than in any other trade in the world. They are directors of grett companies, they are members of executives, and we rejoice in their large salaries. One1, woman in the trade is reported as A a *ning over £3000 a year. I think Aam voicing the opinion of every meiAbur in the great retail distributive trddes when I say we are proud of the contribution that women are making to the efficiency and development of Aur trade, which is peculiarly their own. We have no fear of them, but are pro\id to place at their disposal our • expedience- and help them to obtain positions side by side with us, not as competitors, but as colleagues." A Farewell Party.

Mr. and Mrs. M. P. Simeon, of Lower Hutt, recently gave a party at the Lower Hutt Lyceum Hall to aboui i7O guests, to bid farewell to their daughter, Mrs. E. T. Elliott (Kiira), who left Wellington by tho Makura for San Francisco to'take up her residence there. Mr. E. T. Elliott was presented with a gold watch by his iellow-workerg of the firm of Cable and Co. and a travelling rue was sivon to his wife.