IN TOWN AND OUT

Sun (Auckland), Volume III, Issue 898, 15 February 1930, Page 22

IN TOWN AND OUT

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NOTES Miss M. Moyes, of New Plymouth, is visiting Auckland. * * * Miss Coxhead, of Auckland, is vfsiting New Plymouth. Miss Cecil Hall has returned from a visit to Dunedin and Wellington. * * * Mrs. W. Kinselling, cf Auckland, has returned from a visit to Christchurch. Mrs. E. J. Prendergftst, of Auckland is the guest of Mrs. Hurd-Wood, in Hamilton. * * * Major and Mrs. T. H. Overton, of G.reat Barrier Island, are at Castlebar, Khyber Pass. Mrs. Crpwther arid Miss Helen Growther, of Cambridge, are paying a short visit to Auckland. * * + Mrs. W. D. Carver, Rem u era, is visiting her daughter, Mrs. H. lE. Schofield, at Matamata. *' * * Mrs. A. of Auckland, and Mrs. M. Ramsay, of Fiji, are visitors to Hamilton. * * * Mrs. C. Montague left by the Limited last, evening for Wellington, where she will spend a few weeks. Miss I. Johnston, of Ventnor Hotel, Devonport, left this morning to spend a short holiday at Rotorua. Mr. and Miss Gray, Remuera, have been the guests of Mrs. J. E. West, Taihoa, and Mrs. W. S. "Wilson, Matamata. * * ii> Mr. and Mrs. A. R. Graham and family have returned to their home in Roslyn Avenue, Remuera, after spending the holidays at Milford. M.rs. I. R. Peek, accompanied by her daughter, returned to Christchurch on Friday. She has been spending a holiday with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. O. J. Hall, of Mount Albert. WAIKATO NOTES The Misses E. and C. Eggleston are on holiday at the Thames Coast. * * * Mrs. E. R. Gresham has returned to Hamilton from the South. * * * Mrs. W. R. Lowry and Miss D. Lowry have returned to Morrinsville from Tauranga. CAMBRIDGE AFTERNOON PARTY On Tuesday afternoon at her pretty home in Cambridge, Mrs. Norman Banks gave a most enjoyable party. Tennis and clock croquet were enthusiastically played by the guests—and afternoon tea enjoyed in the shady garden. Those present were Mrs. W. Stopford. Mrs. Batchelor, Mrs. J. Banks, Mrs, Taylor, Mrs. Pickering, Mrs. Kingsford, Mrs/ R. Hannon, Mrs. Jennins, Mrs. Porritt, Mrs. Hammond, Mrs. Horne, Mrs. Nelson, Mrs. R. Alford, Mrs. McKenzie, Miss T. Banks, Miss J. Veale, Miss A. Nelson, Miss Cox, Miss' Pickering, Miss A. Coventry, Miss Fox (Christchurch), Miss P. Fisher (Auckland) and Miss K. Reilly. Y.W.C.A. ACTIVITIES The opening meeting of the board of directors for the New Year was held on Friday morning. A joint devotional meeting for board and staff was conducted by Mrs. Bradstreet, who afterward presided over the business meeting. The resignations of Mesdames G. H. Wilson and Mrs. D. G. Cole were received with regret, and Miss Marjorie Burton was welcomed. Congratulations to Mrs. S. Gilbert, a life member, were extended for her golddn wedding, and a golden bouquet was presented by members. Mrs. O’Halloran was appointed actingtreasurer in the temporary absence of Mrs. M. Rudd. Mrs. N. S. Benfell was appointed chairwoman of the Immigration Committee, and Mrs. L. Clark of the Holiday House Committee. The resignation of Miss Vera McLean, who is leaving for England next month, was received with regret, and the appointment of Mrs. Hyland as business secretary was confirmed. Council of Women to take over the inquiry into the recent appointment or a woman as publicity agent for the New Zealand Government in America. Miss Begg, general secretary, reported that the summer had been a busy time in the hostel and holiday house. The hostel had been full for months, and there was an increasing demand for accommodation. The visit of the World Fellowship secretary, Miss Moncneff, M.A., had been an inspiration to the association. The two women’s clubs, the Mothers’ Club and the Progressive Club, had formally opened their activities for the year. Drop-in nights for girls during February were pioving .popular, with an average attendance of <is girls. Clubs will formally open the first week in March, and most of the classes. Enrolments for classes have begun. Much interest is being taken in the new opportunities being offered in the gymnasium. Eurythmics, artistic physical training, modern Greek dance’* country dancing,- pure ffvmnasinm ;'m. d „.d PPa a ratUS with“S ; or young, are all being catered ™ th«*w nf Ia ? a Tompkins, formerly on the Wellington staff of the Young omen s Christian Association, and 'iYW mistress o£ ‘he Nelson EoUege, will supervise the health and recieation department. Mi-s lompkins last year did some post? graduate work at Chelsea College England. Clubs in. both senior and’ girfs' departments Were going to be most popular, and there continues to be many inquiries. Plans were made for a short finance campaign during March, and Mrs. Bradstreet indicated the responsibility of the using of the cente! at r° n b F i , ldinK as a community centre for girls, at the same time maintaimns the high standard of Christian living.

BIRTHDAY PARTY NOVEL ENTERTAINMENT FOR GUESTS ENJOYABLE MUSICAL ITEMS A delightful birthday party was given on Thursday evening at the residence of Mrs. W. J. Maiden, Surrey Crescent, in honour of Mr. Maiden. The time passed very pleasantly with musical items contributed by the guest, Mr. J. Grace giving some amusing and exciting stories of the “Good Old Days.” Little Yvonne Otway, who has just returned from Sydney, gave elocutionary numbers and performed some clever dances. After supper a large Christmas tree was brought in, each guest being represented thereon by a quaintly dressed doll.- Two dolls beneath the tree represented the host and hostess. Mrs. Maiden received her guests in a frock, of black chenille and satin. Among the guests were Mrs. Harrison, Mr. and Mrs. Grace, Mr. and Mrs. Davis, Mr. and Mrs.. Nash, Mrs. Grubb, Mr. and Mrs. Laveny, Mrs. Otway, Mr. and Mrs. G. A. Clarkson, Mrs. E. W. Caudwell, Miss C Mobberley, Miss M. Maiden, Miss Joy Maiden, Miss Yvonne Otway, Mr. E. J. Phelan and Master John Maiden.

AT HOME OTAHUHU CROQUET CLUB A most successful At Home was given by the members of the-Otahuhu Crpquet Club on the club lawns last The president, Mrs. Fears b, received the guests in a smart jumper suit of melanese silk. Among the visitors were representatives from the clubs at Avondale, Carlton. Ellerslie, Hillsboro, Mount Eden, Manurewa, Mount Wellington, Mangere East and Papatoetoe. Progressive target croquet and.cards were played. The winners of the first session progressive were Mrs. A. Wrigley (a) and Mrs. Hancock (b). Second session, Mrs. Cole (a) and Mrs. Aicken (b); target, Mrs. Tregear. A cushion donated by Mrs. Ogilvie was won by Mrs. Russell; a forequarter bf lamb donated by Mr. W. McAnulty, by Mrs. Raffen; a box of chocolates donated by Mrs. Nixon, junr., by Miss Joy McAnulty; a supper set donated by Mrs. Rugg, by Mrs. Ellis. FLANNEL DANCE EVENING AT NORTHCOTE At a flannel dance held by the young folk of Northcote there were many visitors from surrounding districts. The Palais Theatre was decorated with coloured balloons and festoons df multi-coloured streamers, and a very gay and jolly evening was spent. Mr. B. H. Edwards made a most efficient M.C., while the Palais orchestra supplied a splendid programme of the latest dance tunes. Waltz and Monte Carlo competitions were among the many novelties arranged for the enjoyment of the dancers. FAREWELL FUNCTION PARTY AND PRESENTATION A delightful farewell party was given recently by a number of Miss Cecil Hall’s senior pupils to Miss Isabelle Brook, the talented Auckland danseuse. The presentation of a clock was made, with all good wishes for Miss Brooke’s success in Hamilton, where she will open a school of dancing. SUCCESSFUL AFTERNOON HUNTLY CROQUET CLUB A pronounced success -was the result attained by the Huntly Croquet Club at an At Home yesterday afternoon on the picturesque grounds alongside tire river. Mrs. E. W. Rushton, the olub's indefatigable president, lacked nothing in the attention to visiting players and friends, and a most happy afternoon resulted. Mrs. Walker (secretary) had all details running smoothly and among those present were Mrs. Kibblewhite, the New Zealand champion. who gave an exhibition of her prowess in the tax-get competition. Representatives were present from Whitiora, Frankton Railwav, Frank* ton, Ngaruawaliia and Horotiu clubs. Mrs. Ibbetson (Whitiora) winning the progressive A section while Mrs. Clavis (Ngaruawaliia) secured the honours in the B section. Afternoon tea was appreciated by friends and players alike.

PENWOMEN MEET MRS. LANCASTER IS. GUEST OF HONOUR SUCCESSFUL AFTERNOON A delightful afternoon was given by members of the League of New Zealand Penwomen at the club rooms yesterday afternoon, in honour of the New Zealand authoress. Miss Edith Lyttelton (Mrs. G. B. Lancaster). A large number of members and friends were present. In the absence of the president. Mrs. Mary Stuart Boyd, Mrs. Victor Macky. vice-president, welcomed the guest of honour, also introducing Mrs. Hitchcock, a social worker from the East End of London, who gave a most interesting informal talk on her activities, with personal reminiscences of Kathleen Mayo, author of “Mother India.” The guests were also warmly welcomed by Dr. Mildred Staley, who spoke briefly on subjects of interest referred to by Mrs. Hitchcock, and dealing with conditions in India, especially that of child marriage. A vote of thanks was expressed to Miss Lyttelton and Mrs. Hitchcock, afternoon tea concluding a /very enjoyable time. PROTECTION OF WOMEN EXECUTIVE MEETING The first executive meeting of the year of the New Zealand Society for the Protection of Women and Children was held last Monday. January was a heavy month, and the committee strongly commented on the great number of cases relating to cruelty and neglect of babies and small children. Some idea of the activity of the society may be gained by the fact that the office interviews last month numbered 323. *A total of 93 visits and 11 attendances at courts were paid by the inspector. A hard winter is anticipated and, with the inci-easing unemployment, the work of the office will, unfortunately; be much heavier. The society would gladly discuss the work with any who are interested and anxious to help in its great task. MATAMATA NOTES Mr. and Mrs. J. Delaney and daughters, who have been the guests of Mr and Mrs. Hugh Delaney, Matamata’. have left on their return to New Guinea. * * * Mrs. Whale, Marton, has left after a visit to her sister, Mrs. W. M. Crabb Peria. * * * Miss D. Oliver is the guest of Miss M. Stanley, Matamata. Mr. and Mrs. Leonard, Papatoetoe, paid a short visit to Mr. and Mrs. J. 11- \Y est., Taihoa, recently.

WHAT NEXT? In Paris, where most of the very modern crazes start, there is a very, very new one, and this is to be tattooed. Beautiful and chic Parisiennes have gone mad about this new notion, and are being permanently "marked” on their arms and back by the famous Japanese artist, Fouiita. As it is an intensely painful rtroceeding, there is more truth than'ever in the saying: "II faut souffrir pour etre belle!” Foujita’s tattooing is not the ordinary blue drawing of some object, but a wonderful picture in miniature in lots of rich colours. One wellknown Parisian actress has had a snake tattooed on her arm. and several other women have endured the pain of having a cat's head reproduced. Cats, hy the way, are an especial forte of this artist, and his drawings of this homely animal are fetching long prices. WHEN ITS AJAR I So often you want to leave a door ajar, so that you can hear the telephone or the nursery door, perhaps, when baby’s been tucked up in his cot, but may not stay tucked up. Bnt doors have a nasty habit of slamming in the slightest draught. There is a clever way to keep that door ajar. A door pad, like a miniature bolster, could be made from the leftover pieces of your chair covers or casement curtains. Stuff it with kapok. Two loops of cushion cord slip over the handle on each side of the door, so that the pad makes a wedge. A splendid idea would be to knit a door stop like this in gay stripes, stitched into a bolster shape, stuffed, and finished with woollen tassels.

FOR SENSITIVE SKINS At one time a great deal of atten- j tion was devoted to the blood, and to : i the skiir, but nowadays so many girls ! are content just to buy and use the j toilet aids that give a finishing touch : to their appearance, that they seldom give thought to what assists their real charms. The skin must be neither too dry, nor too moist. The very dry one is j apt to wrinkle, and these little enemies : are always troublesome to remove. ; The skin that is too moist sags, and then the pores become enlarged. LOTION THAT STIMULATES If the skin becomes unusually moist, i it needs a stimulating lotion. Any | chemist will provide a spirit lotion for a greasy skin, which must be applied twice a day according to directions. It is a good plan to steam the face once a week at bedtime, the steaming to last for five minutes, then the ; skin must be gently dried. No cream should be applied, but about five minutes afterwards dab on spirit lotion and leave it to dry. On a moist skin j' use cream very sparingly, the less the better. When there is any roughness then a little may be rubbed on at bedtime, left on for two or three minutes and gently wiped off. On no account should It be left on all night. Dry skins need plenty of feeding with cream or oil. They may be treated w-ith olive oil' or a lanoline cream, the oil is the most economical, however, and always gives excellent results. Two or three times a day will not be too often for the treatment, and the bedtime dose should be left on all night. When the skin is very dry, instead of washing it with water, use a little !' milk. An egg-cup full will be sufficient if applied upon a small wad of cotton wool. STEAMING AND MASSAGE For the first week that the face is under treatment it should be steamed every night, and, after gently drying, i the cream or oil should be applied. During the second week, the steaming must be effected twice, and during the . third w-eek, once will suffice. Massage is useful for all skins, it I stimulates and tones them up. but if there is even a suspicion of “lines,” great care must be taken that the rubbing is across the lines and not with them. If blotches or pimples are the woe, then it is wise to pay a visit to a doctor. They mean that the blood is out of order; it needs to be purified, and probably enriched as well. The daily diet should include plenty of fruit, salads and vegetables, and all heating things such as cocoa and porridge are to be avoided during the summer months. If the doctor prescribes an ointment, then do not use a face cream, unless the doctor has given his permission. It might impair the work of the ointment. To assist the powder in adhering to the skin, and to hide the pimples, add a touch of cream to some powder and rub it down on a plate. Such a small amount will be quite harmless.