WOMEN'S CORNER.

Press, Volume LVIII, Issue 17393, 2 March 1922, Page 2

WOMEN'S CORNER.

The Lady Editor will D« peasert to receive for publication in t&a "Woman's Corner" items of social I or personal news. Such, items should be fully authenticated, and engagement notices must bear the sl gj*" tures of both parties. Correspondence is invited on any matters «i----f acting, or of interest to, women. Mrs Bristed leaves for Timaru today for a short visit. Mr and Mrs Marmaduke Bethell have returned to Pahau Pastures. Mrs W Diamond and her sisters, the Misses Walker, return to-day from a visit to the West Coast and Nelson. Mr and Mrs Charles Rattray, Mrs Fenwick, the Misses Rattray and Mrs Fitchett, all of whom camo to Chnstchurcb for the Rattray-Helmore wedding, returned yesterday to Dunedm. Mre C. N. Orbell ("The Levels,'' Timaru: arrived in Christchurch Inst evening, and, accompanied by Miss [ Ella Orbell, leaves to-day for Hanmer. Mr and Mrs Frank J. White (Whangarei) arrived from the North j yesterday, and leave to-day fox* Dun- ; edin. 1 I Hon. 6. Anderson, Mrs and Miss Anderson, who arrived from Wellington yesterday, leave this morning tor a visit to the West Coast. ! Mrs Arthur Sims ("Balgownie," Gpavva) has returned from a visit to the North Island. Miss Gwitha Shand and Miss Kathleen Bristed leave to-day for Timaru, where they have been invited to give an exhibition of swimming and diving at a carnival this evening. They will be accompanied by Mrs Shand, and will be the guests of the Timaru Old Boys' Swimming Clfcb during their stay. Mrs A. M. Rattray, who arrived from Dunedin • last night, is staying at Warner's. At the United Service are Mr and Mis J. B. Meldrum and Miss Brennan (Sydney), who are leaving this morning for. the West Coast. Mr and Mrs M. A. Eliot* (Palmerston North) are staying at the Clarendon. Mrs W. Mathews and family (Ashley) are spending a fortnight at Waikuku beach. Mrs Fenwick arid Mrs Sloman have returned from a visit to Franz Josef Glacier, Westland. V On Saturday evening Mr and Mrs Andre«v Burns.entertained a few friends at bridge at Ilfracombe House, Akaroa, and a most delightful time was spent. Those r>lniying were Mr and Mrs Burns Mr and Mrs W. Jaepbson, Dr. and Mrs Robinson, Dr. Eleanor Baker, Misses B. and E - . Jaeobson. Nora and Myrtle Leivre,. and Mr H. W. L. Digby. Mr and Mi's Murray Hobbs leave on Monday next to join the Maraina at Wellington'for San Francisco. They will be abroad for some time. Dancing, will be quite a feature of the big garden f£te to be held in the Botanic Gardens on > Saturday, for in addition to the classic and fancy dancing by Miss Mac Donald's pupils, Maypole. and other dancing and games will be given by the Tiny Tots from the PliilJipstown Kindergarten, and Folk dances and physical drill by the boys and girls of the Soinerfield school. , It will be interesting to the many old friends of Mr A. J. C. Talbot, formerly superintendent of the Christchurch Telegraph Office, to hear of the success of his youngest daughter Olive (15 years of at the examinations held last November. She passed the matriculation examination, won a senior national scholarship, and came first for Wellington City in the Public, Service examination, securing 13th pla.ee for all New Zealand. "With a lowering birthrate, if one race is to survive, it is absolutely essential to take the greatest care in rearing the infants," said Dr. Young in his presidential address to. the B.M.A. this- week. "That this is an effective policy in .increasing the population was Bhown in Prussia, where statistics prove that the Jews increased at a greater rate than .the general population, especially in the excess or births over deaths. The Jews marry less frequently, and have fewer children, but they have- fewer children stillborn and fewer deaths among those they rear. It is easy to advise women to keep the 'cradles full; but the problem/ especially where there are other children in tne family, is to obtain help for them during the period of the mother's disablement.. If the State had a domestic service and could supply such help it would probably do much more to encourage' an increased birthrate than would a maternity bonus." A very pleasant gathering took place at St. Albans school on Tuesday afternoon, when the chairman of the School Committee and the staff met for the purpose of bidding farewell to Mr and Mrs Boyce, Mr Boyce having been recently appointed -headmaster of the Rangiora borough school. Several present, including the chairman of thd committee, and. the headmaster, spoke in felicitous terms of Mr Boyce's splendid work at the school, both in .the classroom and on the sports ground during the time he had been a member of the school staff; and all, while heartily congratulating him upon his Well-deserved promotion, expressed their keen "regret at his departure from the school. The headmaster, on behalfjof the staff, presented Mr and Mrs Boyce with a Doulton bowl, offering with it best wishes for future success. Afternoon tea, dispensed by Mrs Sutherland on the shady lawn, brought to'a close a very bappv little.ceremony.

Mrs Tringham, of Wairarapa, has been spending a holiday at Ocean View Hotel, Governor's Bay, before returning to the North Island. Mrs Robt. Hinman (Newcastle-on-Tyne), accompanied by her two sons, arrived by the Maori yesterday. During her stay in Christchurch, Mrs Hinman will be the guest of ner sister, Mrs Percy Burgess, Knowles street. Mr and Mrs Frank Curtis are spending a 'holiday in Wellington. The engagement is announced of Hilda youngest daughter of Mr and Mrs A.. "Bird, of Linwood. to Mr S. J. Hearn, younger son of the late WmHearn, of Kent, England. On Wednesday evening, Mr and Mrs W. Jacobson gave a delightful bridge party at their residence in Balguerie street, Akaroa. Those playing were: Mr and Mrs Jacobson, Mr and Mrs Andrew Burns, Miss Jacobsou, and Miss E. Jacobson, Misses Dora and Myrtle Le Lievre. Miss Kindersley-Sneye, who has been visiting Mrs Deans and Lady Clifford, lias left for the Southern Lakes and Mount Cook. Mr and Mrs. Percy Acton-Adams (Clarence Reserve) have returned from a visit to the West Coast. A meeting of the ladies of the Haglev Golf Club who are taking charge of the tea and ice cream tents at the Garden Fete in the Domain next Saturday was held yesterday. It was re'ported that the response to their appeal for donations of cakes, money, etc., had been most generous, and, given a fine day, their efforts should result in materially assisting in tEe equipment of the children's playground. The men s committee also reported excellent Progress in the arrangements for the clock golf putting competitions. A REFRESHING BATH. After a sultry nor'-west day a warm bath to which has been added a little of Morny's Bath' Salts, will be found both invigorating and refreshing. They are so delightfully fragrant, and the full variety of perfumes include your favourite. Morny's compressed Bath Salts can be specially recommended. Take your choice. All prices. Obtainable from D. Ferguson Glanville, chemist, High street, tfiiristc^urch.^^ * HAlk "tinting. It is regrettable to see the charm of perfect features marred by grey or faded hair, especially when one considers bow simple it is to restore it to .its natural youthful colour and lustre. The Perfect Tinting Fluid, permanently banishes grey hair in 30 minutes. Call or 'phone 5189. making an appointment with Miss Ritchie, Elite Toilet Rooms Starland Buildings, Colombo street. Falling hair, dandruff, baldness, etc., all successfully treated. Eieetriral massage treatments by Vibro or Violet Ray. Open Friday evenings. R9056-68.78 LATEST CREATIONS AT ELSINOREElsinore, Cashef street, two doors from Loasby's, has just to hand the loveliest creations it is to imagine in Dihner Frocks, Bridge Frocks, and Frocks for out-door wear. All these lovely models are direct from the greatest English, French, and American designers, and are being sold at prices lower than ever before. 5 WEDDINGS. SPENCER—DONALDSON. A very pretty wedding was solemnised recently at Holy Trinity Church, Avonside, when Miss Mabel Donaldson, -third daughter of Mr G. Donaldson of Richmond, was married to Mr Jonn Spencer, elder son of Mr W. Spencer, of Christchurch. The servioe was. conducted by the Rev.. 0. Fitzgerald. The bride, who was given away by Jier father, wore a dainty gown of ivoi-y crepe de chine, embroidered with pearls, the panels benw lined with shell pink georgette, and finished with pearl tassels. Her tulle veil was caught at the sides with sprays of orange blossom, and she carried a Bhowerbouquet of white and pale pink flowers. The bride was attended by her sister, Miss Florence Donaldson; who wore a charming frock of deep cream net, over cream silk, embroidered in eau de nil, with sash to match. With this was worn a'black picture ljat,. finished with t .an eau de nil feather. She carried a shower-bouquet of pale mauve and cream flowers. The duties of best man were .carried out by Mr G. P. J. O'Callaghan, of Christchurch. After the ceremony, the guests were entertained at the residence of the bride's parents. The bride's travelling dress was a smart navy tailored costume, and saxe blue and black hat.