IN TOWN AND OUT

Sun (Auckland), Volume II, Issue 542, 20 December 1928, Page 4

IN TOWN AND OUT

Kim

NOTES 'At Cargen is Mrs. E. Whitelaw, of Wellington. Mr. and Mrs. Mears, of Manchester, are at the Grand. Mr. and Mrs. H. Hooper, of Rotorua, are guests at the Royal Hotel. Mr. and Mrs. G. W. Hyde, of Hamilton. are staying at the Star Hotel. Miss Hart, of Cambridge, has returned from a holiday in Auckland. Mrs. Bunting, of Auckland, is the guest of Mrs. R. Balchelor, in Cambridge. Staying at the Central Hotel are Mr. and Mrs. H. B. Lorigan, of Heretaunga. Mrs. J. Smith, of Auckland, is visiting her daughter, Mrs. J. A. I>. Ritchie, at Waitetuna. Mrs. Heyter Ferguson lias returned to Royal Court after spending a holiday with her parents in Sydney. Hr. and Mrs. W. A. Gunn, of Remuera, leave town this evening for the South, and will spend a holiday in Tiraaru. * * # Miss M. Baker, formerly editress of the “New Zealand Sporting and Dramatic Review,” left for Vancouver by the Niagara en route for Hollywood. Miss D. Burrows, of Te Aroha, left on Wednesday to live in Auckland. While in Te Aroha Miss Burrows was permanently associated with literary work. She takes with her the good wishes of a wide circle of friends.

JEWELS OF THE MOMENT ~JAIAMONDS still retain their enormous popularity. Flexible diamond necklaces for evening wear are composed of small links of stones finished with handsome pendant, fringed with diamonds. There seems to be no,waning in the popularity of the large brooch. There is a craze at the moment for a flowering shrub design. Amusing little jade trees are set in diamond tubs. Diamond cherry trees are made realistic with ruby cherries. Diamond pagoda brooches are another new fancy, and diamond temples are finished with a jade tree on one side. Attractive designs are achieved with clear and clouded crystal. Onyx and jade are frequently brought into use in the same design The most fashionable ring is a treble circle of stones. Two narrow rows of diamonds, for instance, encircle a row of rubies.

GOLF WIDOWS AND WORK WIDOWS TWO SIDES OF THE PICTURE (By Kathleen Scott) A lot of nonsense has been talked and written about golf widows, wireless widows and club widows; but so far no one has wasted any sympathy on work widows! Yet the hapless victims of golf-links, wireless-set and smoking room are equally the victims of the monster work, when you come down to brass tacks. It is taken for granted that a man must work for his wife and family; if the wife suffers, in consequence, from lack of companionship, she just has to grin and bear it. She neither looks for nor receives sympathy. It is only when the man seeks diversion from work that the piteous cry goes up to Heaven and friends are invited tearfully to regard the hard lot of the lonely wife! In many cases, of course, the woman’s day is as wearisome as the man’s, when housework must be done, meals must be cooked, children must be cared for, and one pair of hands has to do it all. In these households there is but little cash left when the weekly bills are paid; golf, wireless and club amenities are unobtainable luxuries, and the question of “widowhood” on these accounts does not arise. Both husband and wife must work, of necessity, and both must seek together such distractions as j they can afford. ! But where there is enough money i to obtain help in the house, with a j little over for amusements, surely the ! wife, who is content enough to be a ; work widow, might at least stop ; grumbling because her husband is inj terested in other things besides home ! and business? Surely she herself | might lind outside distractions? If i she can take interest in her husband’s ; pursuits, and join him in them, so much the better. If not, there are i a hundred and one occupations awa.it- ! ing her —gardening, if she has a garden; music, literature, social work —anything to occupy her hands and mind, and prevent her from dwelling everlastingly on her alleged loneliness !

I hold no brief for the man who uses his home merely as a place in which to eat and sleep; equally I have no patience with the woman who spends all her leisure outside the domestic realm. To live “semi-de-tached” is almost worse than living eternally “in each other’s pockets.” But there is a happy medium in all things, happier marriages would result if a clear understanding were reached at the outset. If the partners to the marriage contract made home, and the upkeep thereof, the pivot, as it were, of their joint lives, and cultivated outside interests to keep mind and soul keen and alive, they would achieve the best kind of happiness in this best of all possible worlds.

SPEECH DAY AT KING’S MANY GUESTS AT COLLEGE The gymnasium at King’s College was gaily decorated with bunting, flowers and greenery yesterday afternoon in honour of Speech Day. Hydrangeas and nikaus were artistically grouped in various corners, the dropcurtain at the back of the platform giving the impression of a stately Greek temple. A recital was given in the chapel, and afternoon tea was served in the dining hall, where rambler roses had been arranged. Later the boys were seen in gymnastic and Indian club displays on the quadrangle. Among those present were: Mrs. Averill, wearing an ensemble suit of navy blue mariette, and a black hat. Mrs. Archdall, whose frock was of rose du Barri tricolette, worn with a matching hat. Lady Sinclair Lockhart, in a frock of navy blue georgette, and a navy hat with floral relief. Mrs. Percy Thompson, who wore an ensemble of navy blue georgette, and a matching hat. Miss Thompson, wearing a frock of deep cream crepe de chine, and hat to tone. Mrs. Ivingsford, in a black and white ensemble suit, and a matching hat. Mrs. A. Hume, whose ensemble of black mariette was relieved with a lacquer red hat. Mrs. Rowley, black ensemble suit and black hat. Dr. Gladys Rowley, beige geoi'gette frock and rose hat. Mrs. Castle,- ensemble of navy blue and hat to trme. Mrs. Green, navy and red suit, and hat trimmed with cherries. Mrs. Friedlander, navy blue frock of georgette. Mrs. Fotheringham, green crepella ensemble, and hat to tone. Mrs. A. Mulgan, navy blue ensemble, and flowered hat. Mrs. Patterson, chenille embossed suit, in tones of blue, and cream hat. Mrs. Makgill, navy blue foulard frock and hat to match. Miss Pierce, beige jumper suit of tricolette. Mrs. A. Hume, black ensemble, and poinsettia red hat. Mrs. G. A. Kissling, dark blue mariette frock, and hat to tone. Mrs. P. C. Mappin, navy floral crepe de chine, and navy hat. Mrs. Palmer, in an ensemble of navy blue georgette, and a navy hat. Mrs. P. Crisp, cedar wood ensemble of crepe de chine, with matching hat. Mrs. J. Roberton, blue frock of chenille velour, and hat to tone* Mrs. Archdale Tayler, black ensemble of chiffon, with flpral relief, and flowertrimmed hat. Mrs. Tills, black frock of georgette, and viola mauve hat. Mrs. Preston Chambers, black ensemble of satin ci'epe, and black hat. Mrs. Collins, iris mauve ensemble of crepe de chine, and matching hat. Miss Robertshaw', ensemble of black crepella, and black hat. Mrs. Luscombe, patterned frock of delft blue crepe de chine, and blue hat. Mrs. Willis, beige ensemble of georgette, and beige hat. Mrs. P. Upton, ensemble of navy blue tricolette, and navy hat. Mrs. Revell, mist grey ensemble of crepe de chine, and lettuce green hat.

TENNIS SOCIAL UNITY CLUB. EDENDALE There was a good attendance last evening when the Unity Tennis Club, Edendale, held a fancy dress tennis social for the purpose of extending the season’s greetings to members and friends. Gay masquerade dresses worn by the guests added to the enjoyment of the evening. Flags, streamers and the club colours decorated the pavilion, where supper was served, and short addresses given during the evening. MENDING AND PRESSING DAY The well-turned-out woman owes her trim appearance not so much to her actual clothes as to her care of them. That pathetic wail, “I haven’t a rag fit to wear” should never come from the woman who resolutely sets aside at least part of one day every week to devote her attention to her wardrobe. A table of practical size, for pressing and brushing garments, ironing board and electric iron, hard and soft brushes, and cleaning materials, such as benzine and ammonia, should be available. A well-stocked workbasket is important, too. Fortunate is the woman who has a workroom or boxroom in her house where she can brush and clean regardless of possible mess. Otherwise, a dust-sheet laid over the carpet, and the table stood in the middle of it, guards against dust and spots. Make a thorough inspection of your wardrobe in present wear every pressing day. Coats and suits should be brushed, frocks carefully pressed, furs well shaken, shoes and gloves cleaned, and hats gone over with a soft brush or velvet pad. When pressing, use a warm, not very hot, iron, and put a slightly damp cloth over the material to press on. Stains and spots usually yield to sponging with a solution of ammonia and water. Jumpers, gloves and lightcoloured shoes will probably require cleaning with benzine. Kid and patent leather shoes should be cleaned with shoe cream, and polished. Place every one on shoe trees. White furs so soon lose their spotlessness in a town atmosphere. It does not take long to drop a necklet into an old pillow-slip with some household flour, and shake it up well. This is an excellent cleaning method for white woollies, as well. They only want a good shaking in the open air afterwards. The “stitch-in-time” is really of more importance than real mending. It often saves obvious repairs which detract so much from smartness. It is the details that count; buttons—from shoe and glove to coat; hems, linings, shoulder-straps, and fastenings. VEAL CREAM Mince IMb of cooked veal, and rub the mince through a wire sieve. Season highly with salt, pepper, and a pinch of ground mace. Add two beaten eggs, half a gill of cream, and one ounce of oiled butter. Put into a greased border mould, and steam for three-quarters of an hour. Turn out and fill the centre with cooked beans [ tossed in butter. Pour round a wellflavoured white sauce.

| MRS. MARGARET BEAUMONT i MEMORIAL SERVICE HELD ■ | A memorial service to the late Mrs. 1 Margaret Beaumont was held in St j Mary’s Cathedral, Parnell, yesterday | morning. It was conducted by Archbishop Averill, assisted by Canon Percival James and Archdeacon MacMurray. Mrs. Beaumont was the widow of the late Archdeacon G. P. Beaumont, of Otago. She was a prominent church worker in the Parnell district and died suddenly on Saturday afternoon, shortly after she had returned home from St. Mary’s Hall. Speaking of the work Mrs. Beaumont had done in the parish, the Archbishop said she had given a fine example of a Christian life. Her work for the Mothers’ Union and the children in Sunday School had been wonderful. She had given her last Great for the children only an hour or two before her death, and, as she had always wished to do, had died in harness. HOME CHATS Miss Anne Rutledge's “Heart and Home Chats” will appear in tomorrow’s issue. COMING-OF-AGE DANCE FUNCTION AT ROTOWARO The coming- of-age of Mr. Eric A. Munson, of Christchurch, and formerly of Westport, was the occasion of a function at the home of his uncle, Mr. E. Hildebrand, on Tuesday evening. Dances and games were enjoyed and songs and musical items were given by Miss E. Crook, Mr. E. Munson and Mr. E. Hildebrand. Among those present were Mr. and Mrs. E. Hildebrand, Mr. and Mrs. Le Sueur, Mr. and Mrs. G. Scurr, Misses E. Smith, M. Smith, L. Olderson, E. Crook, N. Thompson and B. Rodgers, Messrs. E. Munson, G. Hildebrand, D. Scurr. W. Webber, W. Scurr and W. Dingwell. VICTORIA "LEAGUE GIRLS v GIVE KIDDIES’ PARTY The Victoria League Gils’ Committee gave a delightful party on Monday afternoon to the children of Ward 20 in the Auckland Hospital. The ward was gaily decorated with hoops anti garlands of pink roses and pink rambler roses were also used. Paper caps, balloons, and* bonbons added to the brightness. Recitations, which were greatly enjoyed, were given by the Misses Adkin and McCulloch. A dainty afternoon tea was handed round, and after the tea a Christmas tree made its appearance. Each little girl was given a little gift, including beautifully dressed dolls, the work of the girls’ committee. After sweets, had been distributed, a very happy afternoon came to an end with the singing of the National Anthem.

HAMILTON NOTES (From Our Oxen Correspondent) Mrs. "\V. Carr has returned to Hamilton from a holiday in "W aihi. Miss Gladys Drew, of Palmerston North, is the guest of Mrs. B. Griffiths. in Claudelands. Mrs. Gray and Miss Gray, of New Plymouth, are the guests of Mrs. J. Williams, in Claudelands. Dr. Mary Douglas has returned to Hamilton from a holiday in W airakei. Mrs. Mervyn Wells, of Cambridge, has been holidaying in Taupo. Mrs. P. Ludford has gone to Feilding for a holiday. Mrs. J. A. Young has returned to Hamilton from a visit to Marton. Mrs. R. F. Bollard. who has been visiting her son in Hamilton, has returned to her home in Wellington. Miss M. Campbell has gone to her people in New Plymouth for the Christmas holidays. Mrs. Pringle Nelson is visiting friends in Dunedin. BRIDGE PARTIES Mrs. Col vert gave a very enjoyable bridge party at her home in Cambridge on Friday evening. Lovely roses were the decorations of her drawingroom. She was wearing a becoming frock of black taffeta and lace, with a smart bridge coat in autumn tints. Miss Calvert was in a gown of ceil blue satin and gold lace. Their guests were: Mrs. Neely, Mrs. Rowland, Mrs. E. Lee, Mrs. N. Banks, Mrs. Mitchell (Auckland), Mrs. Couper, Mrs. M. Wells, Mrs. Tod, Mrs. W. Stopford, Mrs. G. G. Taylor, Mrs. Sawers, Miss Gwynneth, Miss Couper and Miss Cox. * * * A very merry party was given on Wednesday evening by Mr. and Mrs. D. Kemp, in Ohauho, to raise funds for the Ohauho Croquet Club. The large dining-room that was looking delightful with sprays of rambling roses was used for bridge and five hundred. Other rooms were cleared for dancing. After supper all dancers and card players joined forces in singing and music. The successful bridge player was Mrs. Bland. Mrs. C. K. Edwards won the five hundred prize, and Mr. C. R. Edwards and Mr. Surbon the chocolate waltz. Nearly 60 residents were present, and the club will benefit considerably from this very bright evening. OPOTIKI WOMEN INSTITUTE MEETING The Opotiki Women’s Institute held the monthly meeting in the Farmers’ social room at Opotiki recently, six new members being elected. At the conclusion of the ordinary business a competition, “A Motor Wedding,” arranged by Miss J. B. Wilson, was held, and was won by Miss Neilsen. “The Roll-call,” in which the members had to read, recite or pay a penny, caused much amusement. A demonstration of glove-making was given by Mrs. P. Black, the members being shown fully how the work was done.