NOTES FOR WOMEN

New Zealand Times, Volume XLVI, Issue 10614, 12 June 1920, Page 5

NOTES FOR WOMEN

SOCIAL AND PERSONAL.. Sir John and Lady Findlay leffi for tho south last night.Mrs Alfivd Harris and Miss Merrill Harris am in town for a few days, and are staying at the Royal Oak.

Mr and Mrs Oscar Johnson, of Clyde quay, and their son, who have been visit ing" the Old Country, are returning to New Zealand shortly. A meeting of the Society for the Pmtoetion of Women and Children was held yesterday afternoon. Mrs A. 11. Atkinson presided, and there were present — Mosdamcs C. Ponsonby. J Kirkcalclie and C. Chapman Apologies for absence wore received from Lady Stout, Alesdames Chatfield, L.inci-, and 11. A. Kirkcaldio. A number of cases that had been investigated wore assisted whore possible. The following subscript ions were acknowlodged with thanks; —.Mrs P. C. Watt £1 Is, Dr J. 11. Kemp ICs, -Mrs Giimer 5sThe matron ot tho AV.N.K. residential nursery desires to acknowledge with '{hunks gifts from the following Airs Grant, Airs Fox. -Airs Williams. Airs Daniel Anderson, Airs James Findlay, •Miss Freeman, Airs Clark (Hawke's Hay). Mrs Ruxton, Airs Dear. Airs Fortune. Airs Finlav Bethune. Airs Herbert Kirks . aldie. W.I'.C.A., Airs Redwood, and Airs Chambers.

'< he engagement is announced of Aliss Phyllis Rix-Trott, daughter of Air H. Ilix-Trofct, of Nelson, to Air Douglas Seymour, son of Air J. Seymour, ol Fendalton. Christchurch. Aliss Dora Weaver, who has for several years held the position of sub-matron ot the Infectious Diseased Hospital, Wellington, is leaving shortly on a holiday trip to England. Airs and Aliss Davies, and Airs Sends, more and her little daughter, j.'ft for England by the Port Nicholson yesterday.

Aliss Hilda Chapman invited a few friends to tea and a private view of her model hats and gowns at “Alaison CastelJaloux,” in AVuoclward street, yesterday afternoon, and liio guests wero deligbtoc) to see the charming creations which she has brought from Paris and Loudon Judging by the styles, anything can be worn, the long straight lines o.- short fluffy frocks with the little tebe bodices, ideal for the debutante. A notable feature of the evening gowns secured by Miss Chapman is the bead work, much of it hand done, and of beautiful designs which naturally makes for expense but means an original gown, which can never be duplicated. The black gowns are especially handsome in this style, but thero are others, some in uncommon dull colouring, which suggest that the actual bead work must be specially dyed to get the exact shades. The hats, too, suggest originality; no two seem alike, and the shapes and materials are quite new. though most useful in style. Miss Chapman has not neglected to see that her 100 m matches her goods. Decorated in light tones, it has furnishings of black wood with an original touch in lines of deep blue round the doors, etc. A must enjoyable afternoon was spent at Hataitai on Wednesday afternoon, when the local branch of tho Women s National Deserve held a sale of work for the funds of the residential nursery to aid sick mothers. Airs Corliss opened the sale, and spoke most ably upon the object. At the close she was presented with a lovely bouquet. A very high tribute was paid to the president, Mrs Senile, and the secretary. Airs Fortune, for their untiring efforts in, connection with tho ■ branch. A delighttul little comedietta caused much amusement. A most profitable and enjoyable afternoon was spent, reflecting tho greatest credit upon the .promotors. iho nursery benefited to tho extent of -toil (the expenses being under £1). Invitations are now being issued for tho Public Trust Office annual bal . which is to take place m the Town Flail next month. It is anticipated that tho function will bo as great a success as was the case last year. A feature of the ball will be the unique scheme ot decoration.

Tho downpour on Thursday did not deter performers, or listeners from sharing in a delightful concert which was arranged by Airs A. W ilson for tho seafarers at the Sailors’ Friend Society. Those who gave items wore Alesdames A. Wilson, Ataefarlane, ■ Chalk, Harding Parkinson, J. .Lewis,’ and Alessrs Bqwers, Harvey-, Haslar, Alurphy, Alajor Ataefarlane, and Alaster Chalk. Alesdames AVileon, Ataefarlane, Harding, Aliss Wilson, and Mr Bowen were at tho piano. The competitions were under tho guidance of Air Moore, missioner, who was in the chair. The prizes came from the hostess and Miss J. Lewie, and wont to tho Paparoa, Port Nicholson, and Waiwcra.

A London woman i» juaf recovering from a bad shock, says _ the “London Daily - Chronicle.” Coming home from a shopping expedition she was amazed to seo SO or 60 persons outside her door, eager people with anxious looks. They were lined up in dense formation suggestive of a theatre queue. i’or a time she could not see her front door, but when she did she nearly collapsed. Pinned firmly to the centre was a card boldly printed, "Itooms to let. Apply within. ’ She rushed forward to destroy it. but her anxiety to get to tho door did not suit tho crowd. “Who are you pushing?” "Take your place in the queue,” mid similar angry cries were volleyed at her. It took the poor woman ten minutes to convince the crowd that eho was 'he occupier of the house. An Eingiish' paper commenting on tho shortage and price of tea, writes : —Now that there is talk of a sharp advance in the price of tea, if tho housewife will prepare her tea as follows she will readily halve the consumption. ' Instead of making your tea in Hie ordinary way in a teapot, take precisely half tho quantity you generally use. put it in an enamelled saucepan, which, of course, must lie faultlessly clean, pour on to tho loaves cold water instead of hot, bring it quickly to the boil, and the moment it actually boils take tho saucepan off the fire and strain into a teapot. The tea is excellent, and it tastes just ns good as when made in the ordinary way. Tea made in this way can be fc-heatc<l, and tastes just the same as fresh tea.

The homo of hair work. See what skilled artistry can do with a piece of hair. Inspection cordially invited. Miss Milsom guarantees all hairwork from her establishment. Combings made up to order. Enclose pattern of hair and seek the free opinion of one who knows. Da not remain in ignorance of the beautiful coiffure fashions of tho present day. Absolutely tho s latest, lightest, and most exclusive designs. Miss Milsom, Hair and Face Specialist, 91, Willis street. J Phone, 811.—Advt. For oil social occasions Dustin’s Catering is best. Wedding Breakfasts, Dinners, Dances, etc., catered for on the shortest notice. Dustin's, Ltd., ConferLionel's, 171-173, Cuba street, Wellington, also Wanganui and Palmerston North.— Advt SH.ISLAND'S MALT VINEGAR makes delightful salads. Brewed from malt and sugar. Free from mineral acids. Conforms to requirements of Food and Drugs Act. AU grocers. J

CITIZENS’ DAY NURSERY FUND. The enierfainment committee is meeting, with -success in organising efforts for this fund. Tho start is to be made with a jumble sale in the Kent tenure Presbyterian schoolroom on Saturday afternoon, Juno 19th. Doth new and also second-hand clothing will he sold ; very many firms in the city are sending parcels to help on the movement, which promises to be a most successful one.

Daffodil Day will ho held on Wednesday, September Ida, and the appeal will be made a very general one for its success. Flowers will come from all parts, and with stalls and a collection a large sum should bo realised. An at home is promised, and one large entertainment and two or three -private dances. The Wellington Savage Club has generously sent a donation of J5lO 10s, with warm expressions of sympathy for the cause. This is greatly appreciated by the committee. Subscriptions from Mrs HopeLewis, JSI, Mrs Fred. Natbun, £l, and Mr J. P. Firth, £5 os, are also gratefully acknowledged. • The object of the fund is to establish -a day nursery or creche, so that women who require to go out as da 1 1 y workers may leave their young' children in safe and happy surroundings. WEDDING AT CHRISTCHURCH. A wedding which attracted great in terest took place this week at St. feavtour’s Church, Sydenham, when Aliss Kathleen Aluriel Anderson, daughter ot Dr and Mrs Richard Anderson, was niarried to Air Walcot Brett Wood, son ol Mr and 'Mrs Walcot Wood, St. Albans. The church was decorated with trails ot lycopodium and white chrysanthemums. The Rev. AV. P. Hughes, vicar of ntSaviour’s, performed the ceremony, inc bride, who was given away by her father, wore a simple gown of white satin charmeuse and geoigette. with a train of brocaded satin, and. tulle veil. A necklace of pearls was her only ornament, and she carried a bridal bouquet of white flowers. The three bridesmaids, Aliss Eileen Edison, Aliss Elsie Jamieson, and Miss Alarion AVoort, wore frocks of the palest pink pineapple satin trimmed With frilled net. and tho skirr draped and trimmed with buttons and marabout fur. They wore light brown transparent tulle hats, finished off witb n lon- leaf-shaped ornament composed of layers’ of tulle. Edcb wore niggerbrown shoes and stockings, and carried bouquets of pale pink and mauve, ine hc-st m an was Dr Colin Anderson. After the ceremony 'the bridal party -MR* guests adjourned to the residence of the bride's parohts, where the reception was held in .a prettily-decorated marquee. Mrs Anderson (mother of the bride) wore a handsome African-brown tncoletto frock embroidered in tho same shade, and a small hat to match. Subsequent. lv Air and Airs Brctl Wood left for their wedding tour, the bride travelling in a navy blue gabardine costume and aemad navy blue hat trimmed each side with a navy bine feather. AV ED DING AT ST. JOSEPH'S. \ popular wedding was celebrated with Nuptial Mass at St. Joseph s Church, Buckle street, on Juno Jin, when Aliss Aileen Corby, elder daughtw of-Air and Mrs P. AV Corby. Eiilice street, was married to Air Owen Keuican, bvcond son of Mr and Mra 1 • Iverngan, “Fail view,” Ash hurst. _ Iho Itev Father Bowio, assisted by Key. Dean McKenna and Rev. F’ather Outrun, performed the ceremony. The ah‘U' was prettily decorated by girl friends of the bride.'and the Rev lather Schaeler at tho organ rendered delightful and appropriate music. The bride, who .was given away by her father, wore a tailored suit of cream gabardine with cream brocade satin front and small tricorne hat ot or earn velour cloth with chemlle bordered veil. Her bouquet was of white noses, chrysanthemums and maidenhair fern, with white tulle The bridesmaids were Mass Kathleen Corby, sister of the bride, and little Miss Monica Spelman, niece of tho bridegroom, the former wearing a tailored suit of lavender grey with cream satin striped front, and rose pink velour cloth hat with Oriental trimmings of pink and lavender, ,and carrying a bouquet . sweet peas of the same shades with pink tulle streamers. Tho little maid was in cream gabardine, embroidered in saXe blue, with a oape trimmed with swansdown, and a white panne velvet hat trimmed with blue to match. Sho carried a basket of chrysanthinums and rqsos. The bridegroom’s present to the bride was a diamond cluster ring, to the bridesmaids he gave ivory backed toilet sets. The bride’s present to the bridegroortf was a gold watch.. The bridegroom was attended by Ins brother, Mr Edward Kerrigan, as best man, and Mr Jack Corby, brother of the bride os groomsman. Airs Corby, mother of tho bride, wore a tailor-made costume of black gabardine, with white corded silk vewt; her black hat of corded silk appiiqued with panne velvet, had trimmings of black ospreys and gold tissue, roses. ■ Sho also wore a stole and muff of stone marten fur. Airs Kerrigan, mother of tho• bridegroom, wore a black gabardine tailored costume, with black panne velvet hat trimmed with an ostrich mount, and furs. A reception was held after the ceremony by Air and Airs Corby at their homo, “lioscroa, * Ellico street, when only relatives of the bride and bridegroom were present. The largo diningroom, where tho wedding breakfast was set, was beautifully decorated with pink and lavender, the tables with narcissus and pink and white chrysanthemums. The usual toast list was honoured, and the numerous congratulatory telegrams were read. The many and costly presents, which m eluded a number of substantial cheques, were displayed in the drawingroom, which was deco,rated in tho same delicate shades of lavender and pink. Among those present were : Rev. Father 11 owe, Rev. Dean McKenna, Air and Airs P.. Kerrigan (Asliburst). Air and Airs D. Spelman (Raumai), Mr and Mrs Gardiner (Stratford), Air and Airs C. AV. Alcxted (Paliintua), Air and Airs Faliy, Air and I Missis Ryan (2) (Auckland), Air T. Coll- ' iipy, Air T. AlcLmighlin and Alios K. AlcLaughlin, Air T. '.Ryan (Fe.ilding), and many'others. The presence of Rev. Dean AlcKenna at tho wedding ceremony is worthy of note, in view of tho fact that he officiated at the marriage of tho bride's parents twenty-five years ago. Later in tho day Iho bride and bridegroom left, for a visit to Auckland and Rotorua, the bride wearing a nigger brown tricotine frock with panels trimmed with fur, and a brown fur coat and small brown velvet hat trimmed with ospreys.