FASHION AND FICTION.

Hauraki Plains Gazette, Volume XXXIII, Issue 4446, 28 July 1922, Page 2

FASHION AND FICTION.

MAGAZINES REVIEWED. We have to acknowledge the current issues of t|he following magazines and fashion journals: The Red Magazine.—The men, particularly. will appreciate the June number of the "Red,” because it contains a stirring story of the bpxing world It is called “The Man They Called. Gladys.” Then there is “The Heart of Wing Moon,” by Albert Dorrington, the sixth adventure ofl "The Amazing Adventurer,” besides six other short stories by favourite authors. Also the seventh instalment of "Charles Rex,” Ethel Dell’s latest, novel. There is but one more instalment to complete it. The Yellow Magazine.—What a delightful hour one can spend with something good to read, such as the June number of. the Yellow Magazine. For instance, what is more enjoyab’e to contemplate than a lopg complete story by Douglas Newton, and besides that there is Coutts Brisbane, Michael Kent, Leslie Beresford, Owen Oliver, and many others to cater to one's pleasure, not forgetting the third* ’in • stalmcnt of “The Shark and tlie sentimentalist,” by Roy Norton. My Magazine.—Do you ever feel momentarily disconcerted when your kiddies ask you Questions like these ? “What, makes a rainbow?” "Where do the stars go in the daytime ?” "Why do people sneeze ?.” and “What is an echo ?” Ifl you do, buy them a cony of My Magazine. Let them find out tor themselves the things they should know. They will devour every word of this magazine and enjoy it, because things are told in story form to please them; Buy it for them. The London.—The "London” for June is a particularly interesting number. It contains six short stories by John Buchan, F. Tennyson Jesse, Allan Sullivan, etc. Among the spacial articles'are the following: “Motoring in Far Places,” with illustrations and real pliotos, “The Diary of; it Prison Governor,’’ by Sir Basil Thompson, K.C.8,, and of. particular interest is the article by Lady Angela. Forbes called “Footlights and Strawberry Leaves.” It is profusely illustrated with actual photographs of the peeresses who were once famous stage favourites. An extract from the above is, “I have the blood of Neil Gwynne in my veins, and I, etc/’ The Premier—This month,’® “Premier” contains a special attraction in the person of Bill Adams, a different writer ofl the sea, a man who has lived what he writes. He brings to ene as one reads the calling of the winds and the scent of the brine. J. B. Harris-Burland, the notable writer of eerie stories, contributes “The Witch’s Cottage,” while Albert Payson Tpr.Ihume, F. Morton Howard, D. W. Harold Thompson, etc., all help to a tiptop number. Another article worthy of special note is about the men who made Scotland Yard. The latter is supposed to be the most perfect, organisation of its kind in the. world. It has .fathomed many mysteries, and Charles Kingston tells us "how it is ddne.”

The Grand. —One always anticipates the pleasure that the “Grand” gives, and the anticipation is always realised. This time we have a thri'ling Derby story, “White Stockings.” by Edgar Wallace, as a special at-, ■traction. There-is also Eden Phillpotts, Harris-Burland, Bertram* Atkey, Michael Kent, A. G. Greenwood, and other favourite authors, to help to make this issue an exceptional one. Harmsworth’s Home Fashiops.—The June issue of Harmsworth’s Home' Fashi ens is a special summer, firock number. It contains free patterns of three easily made, sweetly pretty frocks. Besides that there are full instructions for knitting a useful jumper, and special wedding designs. But tliis issue makes a special feature of frocks f;rom dainty little “tub” styles to the more important afternoon affairs. Every girl wants -o look smart, and with the aid ofl Home Fashions she can. It is our chieiaim to help the up-todate girl to have all the pretty clothes she wants by presenting styles she can make up at home. Popular styles for cotton fabrics, dainty lingerie, models- from the little French shop, and pages of the very newest ideas. Incidentally an opportunity to earn £2 a week for a year. Harmsworth’s Fashions for All contains free patterns ofl three charming frocks for the summer girl, a jumper blouse, and a petticoat. Also a double sheet transfer given away. Now is the time for ladies to be on the watch for the very ne west in spring flashions. We all know wmat an important part Dame Fashion plays in the lif ? of every woman. With this book as a guide one cannot go wrong. There is Miss London's fashion, news, summer fashions direct from Paris, clothes for the sports girl, simple coat frocks for every occasion, delightful designs for the matron, charming summer lingerie, and ideas for the well-dressed girl. Altogether an essential number. Be up-to-date and

buy it . Harmsworth’s Chidren's Dress nn June : don’t miss it. AH these patterns free. Four frocks for the girlies, boy’s shirt and knickers, and an attractive little suit knitted in artificial silk. There are over 80 designs for children ofl all ages. Mothers will find pleasure in making their kiddies cl.rthts from these special designs that show original little finishing touches. These little frocks are just what you are looking, for. Get this number now. By the way, do you want to win £2 a week for a year ? It can be done. Full details in this number.