WOMAN'S WORLD

Taranaki Daily News, Volume LIV, Issue 164, 10 January 1912, Page 6

WOMAN'S WORLD

(Conducted by "Eileen.") j A FIJIAN PRINCESS f MARRIES AN AUCKLAND MAN TO AVOID A FIJIAN BEAU. A dusky maid, fresh from a New Zealand college, and not greatly fearing the ire of her high-bred parents, and an Auckland youth, are the chief figures in a little Auckland romance, that may some day be eagerly picked up as a plot for a pretty novel. The lady is a daughter of one of the most influential and wealthy families in Fiji. Her father, who was the son of a chief, equal in power to King Ca Ko Bau himself, died some years ago, and left a large and valuable estate in the hands of trustees, The young princess and her brother came to New Zealand to be educated, and on returning to Fiji she was to have been married to a native of high standing. The heroine of the romance found, from her experience among Europeans, that the world was not bounded by the waves that lap the shores of her native islands, and took a dislike to the idea of returning to Fiji, only to be irrevocably bound to a man in the choice of whom she had no part. But the marriage approached, like fate itself, and the only way to evade it seemed to be to go home a married woman. At least, that was how she was recommended to solvj her problem, and fell in with tlie idea. She went to Auckland; and was introduced to a young man, who interested her so much that the scheme commended itself to her all the more. * The pair eventually paid a visit to the Registrar of Marriages, and by him, in brief, but effective form, and .in the dingy precincts of a public office, the island princess became the wife of a. commoner. Naturally, she expected to be greeted in unfriendly fashion at home. Whether for this reason only, or for others as well, she left Auckland for Fiji without her husband, to brave the wrath of her official guardians and -friends and of her betrothed. At present it has not been given out whether the bride will return to New Zealand, or the husband will go to Fiji, but in any case the Fijian lady is a white man's wife, and cannot be made to marry the husband others chose for her, and the young Aucklandet is happy in having | married a wealthy island princess.

GIRL RIDER'S TRICK New York is showing great interest in Miss Mejen Dorothy Preece, ; London's. little 14-year-old horsewoman who arriv- j ed on November, 14 to participate in the ! annual horse show. • She had with her seven horses belong-* .ing to Mr. Dunn, of Stcdtam, Surrey, which have been entered for the show. The commendation the Queen bestovyed on the little girl at Islington last summer and the fact that Miss Preece won the Beaver Gold Cup at Olympia last year were known in New York, and created great interest. , Miss Preece gave an example of' her skillLojt the morning of November 15 in Central Park, wliich : badly frightened two mounted policemen and created alarm and astonishment' among other riders. . , The little Londoner, mounted on her trick horse, galloped sedately along the bridle path, and then put the horse through his paces. The animal leaped imaginary hurdles, jumped into the . air, and otherwise gave a fine exhibition, which, however, gave the impression that it was not under control. A policeman who watched the strange j-'<rht started in pursuit, but Miss Preece ;!' reupon let her horse out and raced im-ay from her mounted pursuer, who, believing that a calamity was impending, blew signal whistles for the police in advance to effect a heroic rescue. Miss Preece permitted the breathless constables to overtake her, and just as they were leaning out of their saddles, cowboy fashion, to save her from death she suddenly brought her horse' to » standstill, while the police shot by with their momentum. ' ' - ■ Explanations followed though Miss Prece had difficulty in convincing the pblice that it was just a little practice, and that she realljj knew a thing or two about managing horses. When she finally explained who she was the police recognised her, and she was permitted to continue her morning exercise without interruption.

WORLD'S WEALTHIEST WOMAN SECRET OF LONG LIFE. New York, November 21. Mrs. Hetty Green, the world's wealthiest woman, celebrated her 77th birthday to-day. She appeared at her office in Broadway,'near Wall street, as usual, to watch over her vast financial interest*. Reporters went to congratulate her, and asked her how she kept so young. She replied: "I have never got into cobwebs. I always keep active. I would prescribe for long life, first, a good conscience; next, a good appetite for the best food plainly cooked; and, finally, goodwill to others. • If these rules are followed, anybody can live long and be happy. "I have the spirit of twenty men, and 'I feel five years younger than on my last birthday." When Mrs. Green was asked to give an explanation of goodwill to others, she replied: "I'm opposed to bragging." Mrs. Green rose this morning at 6.30, and went alone to her office, six miles away, where her son greeted her with a birthday present in the shape of a black silk bag. "Isn't it beautiful?" said Mrs. Green to the reporters. "My old one was worn out. It gives me more pleasure than any number of diamonds." OLD WOMEN'S REMEDIES. There was a time, and not so very long ago, when only the doctor's advice was sought when one was suffering from bodily ailments or diseases that required medical skill, with the exception of those who termed themselves herbalists, often dubbed "quack doctors." However, dandelion, camomile and rhubarb form a large part of the ingredients of the pills that are made by doctors and dispensers at the present time, showing testimony to the virtues of these roots. In remote parts of the country, although very few old fogies carry Turkey rhubarb in their waist coat pockets as they used to do, it is still possible to find some old ladies who ma.kc their dandelion and camomile tea, and are still hale and hearty at the ago of 70 years and upwards, showing al.so that "old women's remedies," as they are sometimes termed, have not done them much harm.. In fact, it is na doubt these simple remedies and a plain diet of fresh fruits and vegetables that has much to do with the good health and long life of many country folks. CONCERNING PRECIOUS STONES The black diamond is so hard that it | cannot be polished. An uncut diamond looks very; much like a piece of gum arabic.' The diamond,; in" sufficient heat, will burn like 4 piece of charcoal. The island, erf Cpylon is tie iftost renrfc&iit gell in the wMd.

The carat, used in estimating the . weight of gems, is a grain of Indian | _ wheat. j When a fine ruby is found in Burmah _ a, procession of elephants, grandees and „ soldiers escorts it to the King's palace.' The sapphire which adorns the summit . of the English Crown is the same that • Edward the Confessor wore in his ring.

POOR MAN! What is Man? Just something for Trouble to hump up against. His life is full of crosses and temptations. He . comes into the world without his consent, anod goes out against his will; and the trip between the two is exceedingly rocky. The rule of the contraries is one of the important features of the trip. When he is little the big girls kiss him; but when he is grown the little girls kiss him. If he is poor he is a bad manager; if he is rich lie is dishonest. If he needs credit he can't get it; if he is prosperous everyone wants to do him a favor. • If he's in politics it's for pie; if he's out of politics you can't place him, and he's no's no good for his country. 1 If he doesn't give to charity he is a stingy cuss; if he does it is for show. If he is actively religious he is a hypocrite; if he takes no interest in re: ligion he is a hardened sinner. If he shows affection he is a soft specimen; if he seems to care for no one he is cold-blooded. If he dies young there was a great future ahead of him; if he lives to an old age he has missed his calling. The road Is rocky, but the man loves to travel it.