IN TOWN AND OUT

Sun (Auckland), Volume I, Issue 151, 16 September 1927, Page 4

IN TOWN AND OUT

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Mrs. Rex Hoyes is visiting Rotorua and will be away from Auckland for about two weeks. Miss Nancy Colbeck, Auckland, is the guest of Mrs. H. S. Fenwick, Christchurch. Mr. and Mrs. D. C. Peacock, of Wellington, are the guests of Mrs. H. R. Kirker, Arney Road, Remuera. * . •* Mrs. Hatrick, who arrived from Sydney this week, is staying with her sister, Miss Martin, Vincent Avenue, Remuera. Mr. and Mrs. Frank Mills, who have been staying with Mrs. John Mills, Parnell, *are leaving for their home in Paparoa to-morrow. Mr. and Mrs. A. Hellings, of Sydney, are at the Star Hotel. Guests at the Hotel Cargen include Mr. and Mrs. D. Todd, of Sydney. Mrs. G. Strachun, of Christchurch, is staying at the Royal Hotel. At the Central Hotel are Mr. and Mrs. W. :E. Price, of Palmerston North. Miss Mahoney, from Wellington, is a guest at the Royal Hotel. Mr. and Mrs. J. G. Dewar, of India, arrived from Rotorua this morning. They are at the Grand Hotel. SAVING GAS Whenever you see flames licking round the sides of a saucepan or kettle, you sea also avoidable waste. To effect gas economy, always see that the flame is concentrated at the base only of the vessel. The kettle with a perforated surround is excellent from the point of view of economy; it prevents the flames from spreading and dissipating themselves, the space between the jets and the bottom of the kettle serving to draw them up straight and sheer. It is profitable to direct the gas round the sides of a pan as well as at the bottom only when the sides are surrounded by an asbestos-lined jacket. A new type of frying-pan is constructed on this principle, a rounded pan slipping into a straight-sided jacket which leaves enough space for the flames to keep it surrounded. Thus enclosed, there is no possible wastage, and quick, economical cooking results. The ordinary ironstand is a wasteful thing, for it permits the heat from the iron to be absorbed by the metal, so that the iron grows cold more quickly than it need. It is fa.r more economical to use a clean brick or an asbestos mat laid upon an enamel dish. The burners on the improved gas stoves are made in such_ a way that the gas does not meet with any bars that can absorb the heat, but arises straight to the utensils above the rings. Thus gas-absorption is reduced to a minimum. Square-sided saucepans, with etraiglit-sided kettles for use with them, make it possible to use a single gas-ring for as many as four utensits, thus reducing gas costs. lor simmering purposes, each gets as much heat as is necessary. _ F F . A TASK FOR A SPARE HOUR You have an hour to spare. Why. no J devote it to your sewing machine. It has probably done much work lately new chair covers, curtains, frocks, and undies —and if you look closely at it you will discover a great deal of fluff and dressing from the new materials has gathered about various parts. Get rid of it now, or when next you went the machine to work overtime you will Arid that it is running badly. The handbook provided when you bought the sewing machine will tell you how to remove the handle and open up all the parts for close inspection. Your vacuum cleaner, or, failing that, a pair of bellows, or even the humble bicycle pump, will be of great help in dislodging dust from the intricate and inaccessible parts. When all dust and fluff is removed go over the parts with a little paraffin as a safeguard against rust. Let the machine rest for a day, then, after wiping over with a cloth, oil. thoroughly witli machine oil. Buy your oil at the sewing machine shop, and so be certain that you obtain the right kind. Any sort of lubricating oil will not do. Thread up the machine, readjust tensions to suit your requirements, and do a little stitching to work out any superfluous oil that would spoil the next article placed in the sewing machine. MISS PINKERTON’S ACADEMY If you take down your “Vanity Fair” you will find that it was at Miss Pinkerton’s Academy for Young Ladies that the saintly Amelia and the fair from saintly Becky Sharp were taught elegance and deportment, and all. the other ladylike qualifications that went to the turning out of a “young lady” in those days. Study was only a secondary consideration, and the backboard played a far more important part than the blackboard, says a London writer. The academy used to be at Boston House, a shooting box of Boston, in Chisiwick Mall, but it was moved thirty years ago to Boston House, Eastbourne. It is a charming house, in lovely grounds. On the day of celebrations old Bostonians from all over the country will return to it. A play portraying the milestones in the life of the school has been specially written for the occasion, and the pupils are busy rehearsing their parts. What does the ghost of Miss Pinkerton say when it sees instead of our befrilled and crinolined Victorian grandmothers who simpered among the flower beds a lusty, long-legged, short tunicked host of hearty girls let loose on the playing fields, to learn the real uses of a tennis racquet or a hockey stick? “Becky,” we feel sure, had she been given the chance, would have undoubtedly found an outlet for some of her spleen as a fullback in the hockey team, while a good game of tennis would have roused Amelia from her sanctimonious l€*thargy.

ORANGE BLOSSOMS BARRON—NEW The wedding was celebrated at St. John’s Presbyterian Church, Papatoetoe, on 'Wednesday, of Olive, youngest daughter of the late Mr. B. C. New and Mrs. New, of Rotorua, formerly of Arapohuia, to Mr. John E>. Barron, son of Mr. and Mrs. P. Barron, of Rotorua. The bride who was escorted by her brother-in-law, Mr. A. B. Stonex, wore a charming gown of ivory crepe-de-chine, finely pleated, and trimmed with dainty pearl drops. A handsomely embroidered tulle veil hung gracefully from a chaplet of orange blossoms, and was caught at the shoulders, forming a dainty train. The bride carried an exquisite shower bouquet of freesias and blush carnations mingled with maidenhair, and tinted tulle streamers. Miss Ray Stonex, niece of the bride, was in attendance, and wore a smart frock of Duchess blue crepe-de-cliine, with accordion -pleated skirt prettily trimmed with ecru lace. A large crinoline picture hat with trimmings to tone, and a bouquet of cornflowers, freesias and asaparagus, completed her attractive toilette. Little Bernice Stonex acted as trainbearer, and looked very sweet in a diminutive frock of shell pink crepe-de-chine, with rosebud trimmings, and a quaint taffeta hat. The duties of best man were carried out by Mr. Kennedy. After the service a reception was held at the residence of Mrs. A. B. Stonex, Kimpton Road, Papatoetoe, where Mrs. Stonex, who received the many guests, wore a becoming gown of black brocaded satin, with panels of coffee lace, and a hat to match. Mr. and Mrs. Barron left later for a wedding tour. PURVIS—PORTEOUS Palest pink georgette showed softly through tlie dainty Chantilly lace that fashioned the bridal gown worn last evening by Letitia Pearl, the youngest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. H. C. Purvis, of Auckland, when she was married by the Rev Canon Grant Cowen at St. Matthew’s Church, to Leonard Andrew, the son of Mr. and Mrs. J. Porteous, of Auckland. The bride's gown was expressed on simple lines, and over it fell a graceful veil of tulle, caught with a chaplet of orange blossoms. Her bouquet was of cream and pastel pink sweet peas and maidenhair fern. Two maids attended the bride, the Misses Esme Andrews, of Palmerston North, and Miss Marie Porteous, sister of the bridegroom. Their frocks were attractively made in bouffant, lines and expressed in wistaria mauve taffeta. Each wore a dainty petalled headdress of gold tissue and carried a posy of sweet peas and primroses.. , , . The bridegroom was attended by mr. Fnink Lowo as best man and Mi • H» Porteous aS groomsman. GIBSON—'WATERTON A pretty wedding took place in the Otorohanga Presbyterian Church last week when Gladys, eldest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. C. PI. Waterton, was married to Mr. William Gibson, of Christchurch. The ceremony was performed by the Rev. E. H. Redgley, in the presence of a large attendance of well-wishers. After the ceremony some eighty guests were entertained at a reception, where the customary toasts were honoured. The young couple are spending their honeymoon in the South Island. SOCIAL AT WAITAWHETA BUSH WORKERS ENTERTAIN MR. R. JOUGHIN The cookhouse of the Waitawhetu Timber Company, situated in the heart of the Waitawheta bush, was on Tuesday evening the scene of a pleasing ceremony, when the employees and their friends met at a social to do honour to Mr. K. Joughin, general manager of the company. Over 70 guests were present, many taking advantage of the moonlight night to travel by the company's tractor to the scene of the function. The cookhouse was effectively decorated, and did credit to those responsible. Mr. G. Culpap presided, and a first-class musical programme was contributed, the items being of a high standard throughout. A feature of the programme were the numbers rendered by the “Bush Orchestra,” consisting of piano, violin, mandolin, banjo, and mouth organ. The function opened with the toast of the King, and the National Anthem was sung with enthusiasm. Other toasts honoured were: “The Bushmen,* proposed by Mr. F. Eyre, and responded to by Mr. A. Skinner; “The Mill Workers, ’* 'proposed by Mr. H. Gordon, and responded to by Mr. J. McKenzie; “The Ladies,” proposed by Mr. D. Whitehead, and responded to by Mrs. A. Clarke. The following items were given: Selections, Bush Orchestra; song, with violin and mandolin accompaniment, Mr. H. Gordon; recitation, Mr. A. SkinntJr; mouth organ solo. Mr. A. Cook; song, Mr. J. McGrath; banjo mandolin solo, Mr. A. Skinner song and dance, Mr. P. Devine; song, violin accompaniment, Mr. Tl Gordon. During the evening Mr. G. Culpan presented Mr. Joughin with a gold watch, suitably inscribed, as a mark of the esteem in which the employees hold their manager. Mr. Culpan referred to the many fine qualities possessed by the recipient. Mr. Joughin. in thanking the men for their gift, also expressed his appreciation of the respect and courtesy that had at all Aimes been extended to him. Another pleasing item in the evening’s entertainment, and one attended by an element of surprise to the recipient. was a orientation to the assistant manager, Mr. G. Whitehead. Mr, H. Gordon made the presentation, which took the form of a case of pipes. Mr. Whitehead, in responding, expressed his pleasure at the good feeling shown, and said it was this pleasant association and co-operation which had existed between the management and the employees that had helped the company so materially. The supper was provided by Misses A. and D. Clarke, and called forth the commendation of those present. A most enjoyable evening was brought to a close by *he Jin gin g of “Auld Lang Syne” and “A Wee Deoch and Doris.”

MASONIC BALL A BRILLIANT FUNCTION The Papakura Masonic Lodge No. 56 held a most successful ball last evening, which was a decided success, being one of the largest attended functions of its kind ever held in Papakura. A colour scheme of blue consisting of paper streamers, effectively festooned from a central bell in the Paragon Theatre, and a number of appropriate Masonic emblems, were attractive decorations. A large Masonic apron served as a background to the stage, which was also prettily decorated. The supper room was profusely decorated with violets, anemonies, freesias, jonquils, primroses, lillies. irises and blue paper streamers, with a number of softly shaded lights. The grand march was led by Wor. Bro. J. Elliott, Master of the Lodge, and Mrs. Elliott. The Ladies’ Committee is deserving of the highest commendation for their energetic and capable assistance in the supper arrangements. Mr, and Mrs. IT. Burrows, of Pukekohe, are to be complimented on their efficient work in the decorations, which were in excellent taste and much admired. Wor. Bro. H. Willis and Wor. Bro. W. K. Francis, aided by a capable committee, assisted materially in making the ball a huge success. The Ladies’ Committee was: Mesdames J. Elliott, Francis, Page. Pavitt, O’Connell, Mcllraith, Foote, Roaehe, Earl. Misses A, McLennan, J. Walker. J. Little and D. Watson. Orchestral M.C.: Wor. Bros. W. K. Francis. P.M. The M.C.’s were: Wor. Bro. J. E Elliott, W.M., Wor. Bro. J. B. Page, P.M., Bro. F. Kirton, J.D., Bro. R. W. Naylor, S.D., Bro. E. A. J. Busing. I:G., Bro, W. Mcllraith, Bro. G. W. O’Connell,, Bro. A. Irvine. P. Hardman’s orchestra played delightful music, which was very favourably commented upon by the dancers. Among those present were:—■ Mrs. W. Mcllraith, pervenche blue beaded georgette and shawl to tone. Mrs. W. K. Francis, cherry georgette frock with silver lace and black flowers. Mrs. R. H. Lever, black taffeta frock with mauve and black lace. Mrs. R. W. Naylor, peacock blue silk marocain. Mrs. Duncan McLennan, cyclamen crepe de chine and gold lace. Mrs. J. Walker, black beaded georgette frock, black hand-embroidered shawl. Mrs. Frank Parker, mauve georgette, applique and shaded mauve flowers. Mrs. G. W. O’Connell, gold tissue and pale rose ninon frock. Mrs. F. W. Grant, rope and silver satin frock. , , Mrs. G. Finch, cyclamen crepe de chine, Mrs. I. Kinlock, fawn marocain. Mrs. Green, pillar-box red frock of satin. Mrs. IT. E. McErttce, embossed gold satin and lace frock. Mrs. Clarke, blue satin merve and lace frock. Mrs. Bowen, almond green crepe ae chine and silver lace. Mrs. G. James, black satin marocain with gold panels. _ , . CTO/vr . Mrs. Wardell, eau de ml beaded georgGMrs. L. Dreadon, black satin frock. MrS R. J. McGee, grey embossed satm. Mrs. Tom Brooks, black beaded ninon. Mrs. L. Chapman, absinthe taffeta f 1 Mrs. J. Langford, beaded georgette and moonlight blue floral ninon shawl. Mrs. P. Swaffield, frock of black and white georgette. Mrs. N. Watson, sea green crepe de satin and cyclamen flowers. Mrs. E. Lacassie, shot taffeta frock in rose shades. Mrs. J. Appleby, flesh sequin georgette frock. , , _ Mrs. M. Shepperd, rose georgette beaded in silver. , „ , , . . Mrs. E. C. Foote, black and blue sequin French frock. Mrs. Burrows, black beaded silk, cyclamen shawl. Mrs. E. P. Hirst, Early Victorian satin frock, blue shawl. . Miss B. Wade, orange georgette frock in Victorian style. Miss Tuckey, green shot taffeta and silver lace.

Miss E. Andrew, rose crepe de chine, with silver lace. Miss G. Jenkins, pink satin, with silver sequin georgette overdress. Miss Joy Cosgrave, brocaded floral pink taffeta and French cape to tone. Miss M. Smith, green and gold shot taffeta frock and gold shawl. Miss Una Ellett, silver lace frock and black shawl. Miss B. Wyllie, amber brocaded marocain, with handsome Spanish shawl. Miss Hilda Wyllie, green georgette over gold lace. Miss Brown, hyacinth blue ninon frock. Miss E. Murray, jade georgette, with Oriental embroidery.

Miss G. Andreason, apricot taffeta, cream silk shawl.

Miss J. Milne, black satin, floral panels, with black silk shawl.

Miss I. Palmer, black velvet, mauve and gold embroidery. Miss J. Little, flame crepe <s!e chine and cream shawl.

Miss J. Walker, rose beige georgette, beaded gold hand-embroidered shawl. Miss N. Clarke, cornflower blue satin carreau, with cream lace.

Miss M. Francis, Duchess blue French crepe de chine, cyclamen shawl. Miss A. Tracey, orange velvet with applique flowers.

Miss M. Conney, green georgette frock. Miss B. Agmen-Smith, petal pink georgette under cobweb lace.

Miss Rhind, white crepe de chine, blue sequin trimmings. Miss G. James, Princess Mary blue crepe de chine with crystal beading. Miss D. Macklow, flame georgette, with gold lace and Oriental embroidery. Miss M. James, shell pink crepe de chine with gold lace insets. Miss N. Clarke, cyclamen and pink crepe de chine.

Miss Campbell, crepe de chine frock of geranium red.

Miss I. Turner, white crepe de chine, silver lace motifs.

Miss Wells, peacock blue, with overdress of silver lace.

Nurse Newman, cream lace flared over flesh-coloured crepe de chine, rainbow ninon scarf.

Miss Olive Slack, rose pink taffeta. Miss A. Garland, salmon marocain. Miss E. Sherriff, vieux rose lace and silver scarf to match.

Miss C. Wood, greeil satin and georgette.

Miss Percy, cyclamen shot taffeta, with embroidered design.

Miss Nora Whitley, blue crepe de chine. Miss D. Watson, blue georgette tissue. Miss R. McCall, rose crepe de chine, overdress of silk lace trimmed with posies. Miss T. Hoe, sunset taffeta frock. Miss E. Cummings, Nile green georgette. Miss J. Wilson, cherry georgette and tulle. Mss C. Garland, white crepe de chine. Miss M. Dow, violine blue French crepe de chine. Miss H Schischka, Duchess blue taffeta, with silver lace embroidered in French flowers. Miss Schischka, embossed flame georgette with wedgewood blue, loops of velvet. Miss Cosgrave, petunia georgette frock.

A FAREWELL SOCIAL AT TE AWAMUTU A delightful "at home" was given in farewell to Miss Mabel Ahier, a popular member of Te Awamutu’s younger social set last Wednesday afternoon, to provide a large number of her friends with an opportunity of making her a presentation on the eve of her marriage. The Parish Hall was converted into a huge drawing room and daintily decorated with bowls of pink camellias and fragrant masses of spring flowers. A musical programme was interspersed with competitions, songs were contributed by Mrs. Armstrong and Miss Muir and recitations by the Misses Montefiore, Bray and Lyn Ahier.

A most amusing competition was paper-hat making, each competitor having to parade the hall, mannequinlike, wearing her head-gear. The guest of honour acted as judge and awarded the prize to Mrs. Charles Storey, the hat being worn by Mrs. R. Lord.

To Mrs. Albert Pollard, one of Miss Ahier’s oldest friends, was entrusted the honr of making the presentation to Miss Ahier, which she did with a very graceful little speech expressing the honour of making the presentation generally held. Mrs. Pollard spoke of the loss that Te Awamutu would suffer when Miss Ahier left the district after her marriage, and paid a tribute to her willingness at all times to assist with any charitable work that was being undertaken. The speaker also mentioned that the Returned Soldiers’ Association had subscribed to the presentation to show their appreciation of Miss Ahier’s splendid efforts on Poppy Bay. In handing the guest of honour a beautiful copper tray laden with cutlery, Mrs. Pollard wished laer on behalf of all present, a most happy and prosperous married life. The wish was emphasised by the company’s enthusiastic singing of “For She’s A Jolly Good Fellow,” followed by three rousing cheers.

Miss Ahier replied with a charming little speech of thanks for the delightful presents and for the kindly spirit of goodfellowship that had prompted the function being given her. Among those present were:— Mesdames Sellars, Walker, A. Pollard, Lord, Dunn, Bray, Dawson, Hall, Jeffreys, McArthur, A. Walker, Ray Jones, Teasdale, Montefiore, W. H. Wood, Honeyfield, Hughes, H. Mandeno, C. Storey, G. Hall, Jas. North, Bluck, G. S. Clark, Battson, A. Wallace, Paul, F. Bowden, F. McGovern, A. J. McGovern, O’ Sullivan, Chittendon, Empson, Me-' Kenzie, Nicholson, L. Kay, Griffiths, Cruickshank, K. Rickett, S. Rickett, L. G. Armstrong, Hawkins, Reece, H. Andrew, Gibson, Locke, H. Y. Collins, Oliphant, Ashmore, Ahier, Jun., and Birchall, Misses Lord, Lacey, Peake, Ray Jones, Elliott, Irwin, Teasdale, Muir, Paul, Storey (2). Bowden, Quinn, McGovern (2), Focke. Bretherton, Nicholson, Montefiore, Bray, Empson, Ellis, Adams and Gibson (2). MOTHERS’ UNION PAPATOETOE BRANCH A well-attended meeting of the Papatoetoe branch of the Mothers’ Union was held in St. George’s Church, Papatoetoe, yesterday afternoon. Prior to the address, the vicar, the Rev. P. C. Davies, conducted the usual Service. A very interesting address, which was closely followed by the meeting, was delivered by Miss Dinnean, who has recently returned from the Chinese mission fields. A dainty afternoon tea was served by Mesdames W. Boyce and W. Cutforth. WOMEN—AND EQUALITY ENGLISH OPINIONS The doings of women are at present occupying much space in the English daily papers. Recently in London they held a -meeting in Trafalgar Square for equal franchise. In "Time and Tide” of July 22 a woman writes an article called "Political Demonstrations: Why Women Should Hold Them,” in which she

"It is the urge behind woman’s growing demand for employment unhandicapped by inadequate pay or unnecessary restrictions, and above all for work independent of such irrelevant considerations as whether she is married of whether her husband has an income. . .

But how can marriage and motherhood, asks an English writer, fail to be considered in so much as they affect women more than they affect men? Few people will maintain that women should not be paid as highly as men for equal work, if they do it, and they are often unfairly underpaid. But women, in urging legitimate recognition as wage-earners, sometimes ignore the fact that nature has decreed that they should bear children. To do this takes time, and very often prevents the woman from doing her ordinary duties. The production of the future generation is a Very important work. Why do not the women who clamour to be considered "exactly the same as men” realise that in this respect they are superior, and the "torch bearers” who link the centuries.

Let them urge equal pay, and a recognition of equal intellectual status, but not try to get away from the truth that they are not, and never will be, the as men. Nor will they—the women who are fulfilling their sex—ever be quite so unhampered in most careers as men are.

Y.W.C.A. NEWS THE MOTHERS’ CLUB The Mothers’ Club of the Young Women’s Christian Association entertained overseas girls to the number of 150 at a party held at the Y.W.C.A. last evening. Mrs. Mann, president of the club, in a little speech, expressed her pleasure over the large number that had accepted the invitation, and trusted that tie evening would mean new friendships formed. Miss Begg, general secretary, congratulated the Mothers’ Club on the friendly motive which prompted such a highlysuccessfu! gathering, and trusted that the girls would continue to regard the Y.W.C.A. as the place -which stood for home and friends in this new country. The hall was tastefully decorated and a very fine musical programme provided by members, as well as games and dancing Supper was served and at the conclusion of the evening Miss Alice Simmons thanked the Mothers’ Club for their generous hospitality and called for three cheers for tlieir hostesses, which were heartily given. PAPATOETOE BENEVOLENT SOCIETY WOMEN’S BRANCH FORMED A meeting was held in the Methodist Hall, Fapatoetoe, yesterday afternoon, to consider the advisability of forming a women’s branch of the society, lately started by the men, to assist needy cases in the district. Mr. A. W. Hall, chairman of the Fapatoetoe Town Board, addressed t.io meeting, pointing out the aims of the intended society and stressing the need of such. For the first meeting Mrs. J. Bryant was voted to the chair, and after a short discussion, it was decided that the time was opportune for the formation of such a society, and ‘.he following officers were elected: President, Mrs. Bradstreet; vice-presidents, Mesdames Bewes and J. Bryant; secretary and treasurer, Mrs. Wright: committee. Mesdames Muir, King, Foster, Hall, Brown, Lucena and Miss Sutton. There was a representative attendance of women of the district, and it was decided that all present join the society, and that they canvass for further members at a subscription i-f 2s (id each, and that the women s branch co-operate with the men’s society to raise funds for the poor and needy of the district. A BIRTHDAY PARTY Mr. and Mrs. George Ironside gave a delightful party on Wednesday evening at their residence, Main Street. Huntlv, in honour of their daughter Mary’s birthday. The rooms were prettily decorated with pink and mauve, and the guest of honour was the recipient of many beautiful and useful presents to mark the occasion. The younger folk spent the evening hours in dancing and competitions, while the elder folk indulged in bridge and 500. The prizes were awarded Mrs. H. Adams and Mr. S. Farrar. Mrs. Ironside received her guests in a gown of flame crepe de chine, with black lace overskirt. Miss Ironside wore a frock of black crepe de chine with satin ribbon trimming. Among those present were Mr. and Mrs. F. Littleproud, Mr. and Mrs Payze, Mr. and Mrs. Ruston, Mr. and Mrs. R. Henderson, Mr. and Mrs. H. Adams, Mrs. Partridge, Misses D. Sheeran. H. Ralph, D. Harris, M. Meagher, G. Russell, J. Littleproud, D. Burgets, B. Alichell (Hamilton), Messrs. C. J-raun. J. Snell, S. J. Mount, L. Green, C. Korthmore, D. Sheeran, W. G. Clav.s, PI. Caughey (Auckland). C. Henning, Anderson, B. Mitchell (Hamilton), G. Voozse. To remove fruit stains from linen, moisten the cloth, and hold over a piece of burning sulphur, then wash thoroughly.