FOR WOMEN FOLK.

Taranaki Daily News, 22 January 1916, Page 6

FOR WOMEN FOLK.

PERSONAL.

"BY EILEEN." 3T"

" Eileen " will be glad to receive items of interest and

value to women for publication or reference in this column,

Mrs. and Miss Soott returned to Wellington on Thursday. * « « Mrs. and Miss Wybourne, of Waverley, are on a visit to New Plymouth, Mr. and Mrs. and Miss Dangar, of Sydney, are visiting New Plymouth. *» " • Misses Tolmie ('2), of Wellington, ara holiday making in New Plymouth. * * • Miss Bedford returned from Wellington last night. * • • Miss Erice Bayley is visiting Mrs. Levin in Wellington. # # «- Mrs. Evans leaves for Wellington (today. » • • Miss Wade is leaving to-day for a trip to Wellington. » • • Mrs. Howard Christie intends return- i ing to Wanganui to-day. Mrs. H. Reeves, of Wanganui, is visiting New Plymouth. * # » • Mrs. Heard is the guest of her relations in Wanganui. ** . « Mrs. B, J. Matthews returned from Wellington on Thursday. • # • Miss Rawson has left for a trip Ito Awakino, Mokau, Waitomo Caves, returning via Wanganui. # » * Mddle. Bouillon (Auckland) has been spending her holidays with Mrs. J. Paton. * * * Mr. and Mrs. Pearce and Mr. and Mrs. Collier of Wellington paid a short visit to New Plymouth this week. Mr. and Mrs. Bankert, who have been on a short visit, returned to Auckland last week. Mr. and Mrs. Hamish-Wilson, of Bulls, with their family, are spending a holiday at the Mountain House. Mr. and Mrs. T. A. Nicholson, who have been spending some months in New Plymouth left last week for Waverley, and then to Wanganui, where they intend spending some time before going back to Auckland. The many friends o f Mr. and Mrs. Spray, of Rugby roaa, will be pleased to hear that their daughter Loi is progressing favorably in the Stratford Hospital, after an operation for appendicitis. THE PRESIDENTIAL WEDDING. A QUIET CEREMONY. LESS THAN 30 GUESTS PRESENT. American papers just to hand contain accounts the wedding of President Woodrow Wi'.son and Mrs. Edith Boiling Gait, which took place at the home of the latter, No. 1308 20th Street, N.W., Washington, on December 18. The Sar Franciscq Examiner prints the following description of the wedding:—The ceremony was performed by Dr. Herbert Scott Smith, rector of St. Margaret's Episcopal Church, assisted by the Rev. James Taylor, pastor of the Central Presbyterian Church, which is attended by the Wilson family. After a day of fluctuating lights and shades and a wedding morning' that broke in wild storm, the sun shone out and made possible the prediction that "Happy will be the bride that the sun shines on."

The guests who witnessed the ceremony numbered less than 30, and when congratulations were over and a light wedding supper had been served, th» President and his bride motored to tht Union station. There they fcoarded a train and departed ait 11.16 o'clock for Hot Springs, Va., where the honeymoon will be spent. Extraordinary police and secret service precautions were taken to handle the crowd and prevent any mishap. For a block about the Gait residence on 20th Street a cordon of police was stationed to stop any who sought to break through the lines without a pass.

Despite the inclement weather* which, while clear, was cold, with a sharp, penetrating wind, hundreds of men, women, and children gathered as near as they could get to the historic ceremony They watched eargerly for the arrival of the guests and of the bridegroom, who is also the President of the United States, and therefore could not come to his own wedding as quietly as a private citizen. Shortly before 8.30 a thrill ran through the crowd as a White House car, going at top 3peed, rounded the corner of New Hampshire Avenue, followed by several cars filled with secret service men. It contained President Wilson, accompanied only by Dr. Cary Grayson, United States Navy, his personal physician. The President, wearing his most genial expression, and a black coat over his evening clothes, alighted from the car when it reached the Gait residence, and hurried inside. The President's daughters and sons-in-law, Mrs. Gait's mother and sisters, the President's brother arid the rest of the two families had gathered in the orchid and American Beauty decorated drawing-room. As the cathedral chimes in the hall clock struck the half-hour with a short musical cadence the eyes of the guests turned simultaneously to the stairway. President Wilson, rather pale, but smiling slightly, has ascended the stairs, jand Mb. Gait appeared at tjie upper I landing. ' ! The President, with a bow, offered his hand to Mrs. Gait, and without fanfare of trumpets and, in fact, without any music at all, but in utter silence, he led his bride-to-lie down the American Beauty decorated Stairway to the bower of palms and white heather, American Beauties, and orchids in the drawingroom. There the officiating clergyman, garbed in the priestly robes of his Church, and hi 3 assistant, in the eevere black gown of the Presbyterian faith, awaited them. It was noticed that in the ceremony fee Pre§id«£t itid, "J, gic.,

while Mrs. Gait responded, "I, Edith," etc. The "Thomas" of the President's earlier signature was entirely omitted during the service, as it was in the marriage license. When Dr. Smith asked, "Who giveth this woman to bo married to this man?" ■ Mrs. Bollir.g, mother of the bride, stepped forward and, taking Mrs. Gait's right hand in hers, placed it in the President's rig-lit hand as she said, "I do." In the absence of a best man, President Wilson had the custody of the ring, and he had it promptly in hand when the mfceiating clergyman asked for it. Several present stated afterwards that they fancied a look of relief flashed over the President's face when he saw the ring safely on his bride's finger. The bride's cake was most elaborate, and was made in two tiers, one for the bride and one for the bridegroom. It did not contain a ring or other traditional lucky articles of brides' cakes and so cake boxes had been prepared for tb« guests. In carrying out the orchid plan of the wedding a number of "orchids in tho most delicate pastel tints were included in the bridal bouquet that the President sent to his bride. The only ornament worn by tho bride was a beautiful diamond brooch, the gift of the bridegroom, fashioned as an orchid. There was no music either before or during the ceremony. A small local orchestra, concealed in palms, played during the serving of supper. An ante-bellum touch was added to the wedding scene by the presence of two interested spectators—Susie, Mrs Gait's colored maid, and her maid's sister, Emma. The maids wore neat black dresses, with white caps and aprons, and without doubt considered this the real red letter day of their lives. THE BRIDAL GOWN. For her wedding to President Woodrow Wilson to-day, Mrs. Gait wore her travelling dress, a black silk velvet gown with a picture hat of black beaver, with no trimmings whatever except one feather slightly upturned up the left side. At her throat she v."i*e the President's wedding gift; a magnificent diamond brooch. The skirt of her gown was of walking length and cut on full lines. The wai6t had silken embroidery of blue, shading from the deep tones of royal blue io delicate shades of pastel and was threaded with silver. The lowsr part of the waist was embroidered on black net over a band of silver in the design of lilies, below which ivr.s a girdle of black velvet. The sleeves of the gown were of black net, fashioned i* tiny tucks with ion™, bell-slmped cuffs of embroidered velvet which came well down over the hand. Her collar, which was high and upstanding, was of black lace. When she left on her honyemoon journey Mrs. Wilson wore over her gown a fur coat of broadtail, with banks of Yukon, ana muff to match. s-lie wore a chin-chin collar.

Miss Margaret Wilson, the President's eldest daughter, wore «. sapnhire blue velvet gown with sapphire and veivet trimmings. Mre. William G. McAdoo, flis youngest daughter, wore blue suk brocade, with fur and silver trimmings. Mrs. Francis 8.. Sayi-e, his third daughter, wore rose channelise, with cream lace. Miss Helen Wo'odrow Bones, the President's cousin, wore yellow silk and gold. Mrs. Boiling- the bride's mother, wore a costume of richly jetted net over an underskirt of satin appliqued in king blue. A short train was caught at the left aide of the girdle with a cluster of pink crushed roses. She wore old cameos, set in pearls, which she wore as a bride. THE TROUSSEAU. Mrs. Wilson's rtrousseau is said by close friends to be magnificent in its extent and to have cost several thousand dollars. Most if it is American made, and the Desc snops in the United States were called upon to supply what the bride's friends say is one of the largest and most carefuily selected wardrobes ever gathered by any mistress of the White House. There are plain gowns and elaborate gowns, hats, Bhoes, parasols, umbrellas, gloves, veils, and other items in ample number for each and every occasion. Mrs. Wilson always has been fond of white and black, but in the selection of her itrousseau she has given consideration to the richness of material, rather than to considerations to color. Friends who have seen dinner and | reception gowns, tailored suits, demi- ! toilettes, fascinating gowns, and i negligee creations with slippers in harmony, in the trosseau, say velvet if> largely featured as a material. One" of the handsomest gowns in the trousseau is in black velvet, with plain flowing skirt, and a highly embellished bodice. Another velvet gown, French in its material and treatment, is of sapphire hue. Like the other, it has a train, as have all the evening gowns. Mrs. Wison will be hostess at four State receptions and at as many dinners of the same character during the winter. One gown in her itrousseau worthy of such occasions, in the opinion of her friends, is a white satin, with a trimming of white fox fur and made with a train. A second white satin is also made -with a train, but is not so rich ill material. It is a gown with a tunic overdress, opening on the front, with the edges bound in narrow pipings. Another gown in the trousseau is of blue satin, in one of the new made-in-France iliades, as they are called, the colors of which, it is said, are impossible of imitation elsewhere. The skirt is hung in golden it issue, and that is veiled in black tulle.

Among a number of tailored suits in the trousseau is a green gown. It is of a dark cloth with a short skirt and a flaring half-length coat. The collar and cuffs arc of moleskin. A small velvet hat is intended for wear with it. Of ithe other tailored suits some of the more interesting are a dark clue cloth, bound in black silk braid, with a military air about the jacket, and a gray suede-like cloth, also braided in military fashion. There also Is a three-piece amethyst velvet costume, with a small velvet hat, adorned with ostrich tips. It ha 9 a skirt that swings clear of the ground by three or four inches. There is a bouffant effect to the skirt, and the bodice is largely lace and net, with glints of gold and amethyst, giving changing lights. There is a vestee of get apd old lace. The coat is more than

i'alMcngth, i-." velvet, with a lining of self-colored satin embossed in gold. A demi-toilette of black net, with low neck, long sleeves, and a short train is one of the least elaborate gowns of its character in the trousseau. In the same class, also, is a delicate mauve satin, with a trimming of blue and silver. A white broadcloth tailored suit, with white boots, is included in the trousseau, and blouses for tailored suits, present every known variety, from fancy Georgette crepes to plain tub silks. Some match the skirt in color, for example, a green crepe with white collar and cuffs. Most of the blouses are white or just off the pink flesh tints. THE GIFTS. Despite intimations from the White House that President Wilson and his bride desired wedding gifts from none but relatives and close friends, the gifts ran into the hundreds. One room in the bride's residence was set apart for them. In deference to the President's wishes the House of Congress sent no gifts officially, but many members sent personal remembrances. The Virginia delegation, representing the native State of the couple, sent a loving cup. Wytheville, the bride's home town, sent a miniature of Mr. and Mrs. Boiling, hei parents. The Pocahontas Memorial Association, in recognition of Mrs. Wilson's descent from the Indian princess of that name, sent a bronze statuette of Pocahontas. The Menominee Indians of Wisconsin sent a handsome beed belt The former queen of Hawaii sent a scarf. Minnesota women sent a wed' ding cake. Every member of the Cabinet sent a gift. In addition to the President's diamond brooch, pere were other gifts of jewellery, among them a diamond brooch set in sapphires, and a gold and sapphire bracelet. A bracelet of Brazilian tourmalines j and an ornament of tropical bird feathers came from South America. From Belgian children came pillows, pieces of lace, engrossed parchments, and other articles, including embroideries, all inscribed with cards showing gratitude for the President's sympathy, often expressed, for the sufferers of the war. Gifts came also from the pupils of the Benedictine nuns at Liege and the children of the Liege School of St. Veronica. The children of Spa. a Belgian watering place, sent a jewel case inscribed "Homage and Gratitude of Spa." WOMEN'S FUTURE ACTIVITIES. There was held at Knightsbridge (London) during November last an exhibition with the express purpose of demonstrating the branches of feminine industry that have been called into existence through the war. While principally an exposition of the arts and crafs more immediately associated with the home tlio exhibition went further in its display of feminine skill and adaptability, and gave an insight in'lo all the fresh fields of industry which have been thrown open to women during the past year and a-half. Agriculture, engineering, war work anil munition making, motor driving, aircraft work, advertising, police duties, and bookbinding are but a few of the new careers for women which were practically illustrated. A' woman engineer at. work on Hhe various tasks which it ha? been found women can well undertake in that industry gave an liiustration of the extent to which the male has been supplanted. Poetical illustrations-were also given of woman's work in those spheres? more generally considered bet own, such as needlework, nursing, toymaking, jam and chocolate making, etc., while a reproduction of a business office in full swin<r illustrates the increasingly large part she is taking in the commercial life of the country. * One of tlie most interesting sections was that dealing with the attempts which are being made to re-establish some of the old village industries, such as Devon embroidery and knitting, Scottish linen weaving, Essex handicraft work (straw-plaiting, leather work, etc.), sea moss work from the East Coast villages, and South Indian lace work.— Chronicle.

In "Bought and P.aid For," to be pl.ived here next Thursday, Miss Muriel Stu'rr wears an exquisite coat of cream, broidered with red roses and finished with coral beaded tassels and collar and 'jouffs of white fox fur. Her evening gown is of pastel blue brocade, which has a glint of silver in the draped polonaise. In the last act she changes • into an effective rest gown of eau de nil crepe de chine, worn over a white crepe robe, anil a becoming boudoir cap of lace and pink ribbons.