WOMEN'S CORNER

Press, Volume LXI, Issue 18307, 14 February 1925, Page 2

WOMEN'S CORNER

The Lady Editor will T>e pleased to receive for publication In the "Women's Comer" items of social or personal news. Sncn items should be fully authenticated, and engagement notices must bear the signatures of both parties. Correspondence is invited on any matters affecting, or of interest to, women.

Miss Laura Tabart has'returned from a short visit to Dunedin.

Mr - and Mrs A. L. F. Ledger and Miss Connie Ledger leave on Tuesday for a visit to the Franz Josef Glacier. Miss Macmillan Brown (Cashmere Hills) leaves on Monday to visit Mrs Young (Central Otago). Miss Nancy Wilson is the guest of Mrs Walter Moore.

Miss M. Cooke (Rugby street) has returned from Ashburton, where she was visiting Mrs E. B. Non-ton ("Tb» Willows"). Mrs A. W. Bran (Merivale) left for Melbourne this week to meet her daughter, Mrs Tasman-Davies, who is coming from England to visit relatives.

Mi- and Mrs Frank Huston (Lytteltcm) left for the north last evening. On Thursday afternoon, at her home in Fendalton," Mrs H. O. W. Meares gave a delightful party, at which Mrs Wray Nolan, of Gisborne, who is visiting friends in Christchurch, and Mrs Kilian, -who is leaving next week lor a trip to England, were the guests of honour. As in many homes in Fendalton just now, the garden was looking its best, and Mrs Meares's •visitors greatly enjoyed the boauty and colour of the flower gardens, where the hydrangeas wero particularly Admired. - Amongst the guests were Mrs "Wray Nolan, Mrs Kilian, Mrs H. S. Lawrence, Mrs Andrew Anderson, and Miss Anderson, Mrs Louglman, Mrs J. W. K. Lawrence, Mrs W. 0. Campbell. Mrs E. J. Coroner, Mrs A. K.. Firth, Mrs C. H. Lawrence, Mrs O. T. J. Alpers,*Mrs Malcolm Powrie, Mrs.. .'Jack Anderson, Mrs Charles Cooper, Mrs "IL Kitson, Mrs Philip Miss Moore, Miss; Maurice Greesbh, Miss Eos© Campbell and Misa Stocker, -who is staying ;• with Mrs Meares. ■■;

Miss D. Hewinson, who has been spending a fortnight in Tiniaru, is returning to her home in St. Martin's to-day. Mrs "Walter Moore, assisted by her daughter, Miss Dorothy Moore, entertained a number of hor friends at a charming "at home'.' yesterday aftorriodhi Amongst the'many guests were Mrs Philip Keddell, Mrs George Helmore. Mrs G. Westenra. Mrs C. S. Bowden, Miss Rose Tabart, Miss Maude Tabart, Mrs Eric Harper, Mrs> H. S. Lawrence, Mrs J. B. Reid, Mrs and Miss Nancarrow, Lady Ward, Mrs Bernard Wood, Mrs "Wray Nolan (Gisborne),,Mrs T. F. Gibson, Mrs Arthur. Reeve*, Mrs J. B. Beckett. Mrs J. H. Hall, Miss Gerard, Mrs C. L. Nodwill, Mrs Kilian, Mrs G. M. L. Lester, • Miss, Helmore, Mrs S; G. Raymond, Mrs H. 01.O 1 . D. Meares, Mrs Henry Wood. Mrs Gerald Bowen, Mrs Donald Dobson, Miss Helmore, Miss Nancy Wilson (Bulls). 1 Miss, Betty Cotterill, who has been spending, a two months' holiday in 'Auckland and Hawke's Bay, returns to Christchurch this morning. Miss Molly Hunt (Auckland) is staying with Miss Gracie Helmore (Fendalton). Mr and Mrs -P.'- W. Boehin l("The Firs," Oamaru), who have been spending a holiday at Victoria House, Geraldine, left on Thursday for Christchurch. / Mrs Evelyn Clark, who has been travelling' in England and Europe for the past year, is returning to Christchurch next week.

Sister Margaret Smith (late of "Prospect House," Dunedin) has been spending a short holiday at her home, " Hollyamount," Springston, prior to leaving for Melbourne.

MrsJoynt (Temuka) is staying at Victoria House, Geraldine.Dr. and Mrs Gower, Mrs and Miss Gower, Mrs Phillips (Invercargill), and Mrs Holder (Invercargill) are among the guests staying at the Clarendon Hotel.

Miss E. Pauline Schwartz (Chicago) and Mr and Mrs H. Goodwin" (Sydney) are staying at Hotel.

~" Mr and Mrs J.H. Plumb (Philadelphia), Mrs Ja's. Kenyon (Bury/England), Mrs E. S. S. Keene (Stafford, England) are staying atthe United Service Hotel.

Mrs E. B. S. Hill (Wellington) is staying at the United Service Hotel.

- Visitors for the week* at Gainsborough House, Governor's Bay, included Mr and Mrs Britton and Miss S. Britton (Redcliffs), Miss Thornton (Cashmere Hills), MiBS Marsden (Ashburton), Messrs Pugh and Hatton (Christchurch). Miss Freda S. Warner, expert in. Sunday school teaching methods, is arriving this morning from Auckland. Miss Warner is about to commence teachers' training classes under the nuspices of _ the combined Sunday : schools of this city, simitar to those held in Dunedin the last two years'. Miss E. Pauline Swartz, of Chicago, U.S.A., arrived by, the express last night from the south. Miss Swartz is an envoy of; the U.S.A. Salvation Army, and is the world, at her own expense, for -the fourth time studying the Army's in different countries under various conditions. The envoy is a graduate- of Mount Holy oka College, and has been engaged in missionary, social and war work. During her stay in the city the envoy will conduct several meetings;.

A concert, for which Miss Nellio Hay- ! ward is arranging the vocal programme, J and Mrs W. 0. Campbell the instruI mental music, will be held in the Cale- ] (lonian Hall on Monday, March 2nd. i Miss Kathleen Garven will be included amongst the- vocalists. The proceeds will be divided amongst the Cashmere, Cathedral, and refreshment stalls at the forthcoming Nazareth House garden fete. Mrs R. E. McDougall was hostess Inst night at a most enjoyable bridge party givon in honour of Mrs Fairhurst, who is leaving this mt'iitk tor a trip to Britain. The ladies- who enjoyed Mrs McDougall's hospitality were Mrs Fairhurst. Mrs J. W. C. Nixon, Mrs A. L. F. Ledger, Mrs Osmond Smith, Mrs P. A. Lr.urie, Mrfi Hartlev. Mrs Charles Boadel, Mrs Cyril Whito, Mrs G. W. Bennett, Mrs Charles Wood. Mrs E. R. Webb, Mrs Cvrus Williams, Mrs C. H. Paterson, Mrs Diamond, Mrs Cecil Wood, and Mrs H. H. Knight. There died at Te Puia Hospital a few days ago Taeokapurahgi Pira'ngi, :i leading eliieftainess of the Arawa and Ngatiawa tribes, of Rotorua and Whakatane, and wife of Mr T. R. Porter, of Tokomaru Bay. To tourists to Rotorua she would be better known as guide Lily. The deceased lady was granddaughter of Tarakawa Kaitangata, and a niece of Sir Jam'e3 Carroll. Her father, Mr Alexander Chase, is a resident of Wairoa, H.B. A most enjoyable progressive tennis tournament arranged by Mrs Leicester Wright was played on Thursday afternoon on the Oxford tennis courts! After some exciting contests the winners proved to be Mrs Leicester Wright and Miss E. Baxter,, the consolation prizes going to Sister White and Mrs C. Wells. Amongst those who took part were Mrs Leicester Wright, Mrs Gilchrist, Mrs Courtney Wells, Miss Susie Horn, Miss Knowles, Miss Brown, Miss Doou, Miss A. Henderson, Miss Ada Skurr, Miss Sarah. Skurr, Miss Emma Baxter, and Sister White. ■

While a father and his children from the Waikato were visiting H.M.S. Dana) in Auckland on the occasion of the visit of the Fleet, another baby girl was born. The newcomer' was named Danae, and the parents hit upon the idea of forwarding the birth certificate to the commander of the warship for endorsement. Instead of that request being complied with, the parents have received a reply stating that the certificate has been filed with the ship's papers, which, when the ship is placed out of commission, will be pigeon-holed in the Admiralty; A beautifully'bound edition of "The Legend of Dana;," embossed with the coat of arms of the warship and a pretty gold brooch of the same design, were forwarded to the baby, together with a letter from the commander and officers.

Amongst the many dancers who attended the Savoy Havana Band's dance at the Winter Garden last night were Mesdamcs Biss, B. West, F. Dixon, B. Spencer, Wm. Anderson, Warren Fisher, Poynton, Misses Barbara Gould, Audrey Cracroft Wilson, Joy Andrews, Joan Johnston, Elsie Morrah, Molly Stevenson, Eosamond Wood, T. Lloyd, A. Turner, Blanche Hennah, D. Seaman, Aileen Minson, Monica G'Connell, W. Coull, Elsie Ives, McLellan, Cowper, K. Armstrong, Ada Eawson/ Bernice Thorn, Arline Power, Phyllis. Smith, Joceiyn Baker, Jessie Slocombe, Betty Murly, B. Wilkins, A. Cloudesley, Doris Eobinson, Iris Dunnage, Betty Hobson, Louise Stevens, Edna Pedder, Joyce Pearson, Priestnall, Lorna Dixon, Eua Denby, Hunter (Sydney), Connie Thornton, Elaine Moody, Conway,, Edna Peverill, Marjorie Eeaby, E. Kerr, Ella Farquharson, Grade • Helmore, Molly Hunt (Auckland), I. Trethewey, V. King; Marjorie Proctor, Eym McKee, Kath McKee, E. Loader, . Dorothy Bowderi. • '•

The unique distinction of being the first and only furrier in New Zealand to be admitted a member of the British Fur Trade Alliance has been con" ferred on Madame Menere, 127 Cashel street, Christchurch. There is only one other member of the' Alliance in Australasia, viz., a Melbourne firm. The distinction is only conferred oh furriers of the highest standing and with unimpeachable credentials*

Pannells have just. received a further shipment of the following leathers:— Grey Snake..Lizard in Grey and Brown, Crocodile, in Golden Brown. Samples *sent. oh application. Pannells, 105 Manchester street. . < - F6655-2903

Something different in Frocks for all. wear is being featured during last few days of the Sale at "Minerva.'*' If not satisfied elsewhere, try. "Minerva." This is a rare opportunity of selecting a charming Frock, very reasonably priced;. out-sizes a speciality. -Miss Kathleen Fuller,., designer (late John Court, Auckland), over Jones McCrostie, corner Cashel and Manchester streets. 'Phone 3485. —6

The Charm of Youth may be yours 1 The marvellous beauty secrets of ancient Egypt preserve and restore youth. Groy hair restored without dyes. Superfluous hair removed painlessly ;ind permanently. A delightful complexion ensured. ligyptus Toilet Rooms, Fletcher's Buildings, Colombo street. 'Phone 5158. ' ' —G

"Patricia" spells "Good Value", to the discriminating woman. Whether for beach, for sports or street wear our summer frocks are cool and smart. Our millinery is exclusive and the dressmaking is in .the. capable hands of Miss Carrig, comer Montreal and Victoria streets. Phone 2343 M. • —6

Watch the milk you drink and keep free from Infantile Paralysis. Pure fresh milk delivered daily in sealed glass bottles. Early delivery, all.parts city .and suburbs. A. L. * Thompson, St. Albans Dairy, McFadden's road. '•<-6

Smart Autumn Coats, made in latest shades, Wraps, modern in cut and style, made-to order—all moderately priced. Wedding Gowns, in new, simple lines, trimmed, with ermine fur, are a special feature with Madam Marchant, Designer, Parisian Parlours, Fletcher's Buildings, Colombo street. 'Phone 3183. 6

ELEGANT COIFFURES. For weddings and social functions a well-dressed head is an.essential factor in the well-dressed woman. Shalimar not only brings beauty to hair,' but also dresses the hair to the style that suits you. Hair switches and side-curls are also made up. For appointment 'phone 628.

SHALIMAR TOILET EOOMS (Principal, Mrs S. Vaughan), 240 HIGH STEEET (above Simpson and Williams). V 8665-3

. . . INFANTILE PARALYSIS. The most successful way of preventdouching or spraying, the nostrils and throat, with antiseptics." E. Cameron Smith, Royal Exchange Buildings, sells Glass Douches at Is 6d and 2s 6d, Rubber* Syringes at 2s 6d, Sprays from 4s 6d, special Antiseptic Gargle and Spray 2s 6d, and Kamos Nasal Drops for inhaling Is 6d: ... 58707-870 WEDDING • GOWNS AND EVENING FROCKS. .-.-'. Something quite different, and yet charmingly attractive when designed and' executed by Misses Archer and Carrie (late Herbert Haynes..Dunedin), Specialists in Wedding and Evening Garments. Some exclusive Paris Models now on view; ■ ; Carey's Buildings, Gloucester street. 6

Miss Jessie King has awarded her year's scholarship to Miss Hilda Nicholls, daughter of Mrs G. B.' Nicholls, of 20S Papanui road. Miss Nicholls, who was born in Wellington, 'possesses a dramatic contralto voice of fine quality, along with musical perception and 'good feeling for style in interpretation, which slmuld ensure her success in the world of musical art.

The Twilight Assembly will hold its usual dance in St. Michael's Hall tonight. A waltzing contest" will be held.

A monster euchre party will he held to-night in the Sydenham" Football Hall. Valuable prizes will be given to the highest scorers.

SYDNEY'S LADY MAYORESS.

(yaou OITR OWN COHBESPONDENT.)

SYDNEY, February 5

When Alderman Stokes was appointed Lord Mayer of Sydney at • the last elections, the fact that he is unmarried compelled him to look round for a Lady Mayoress during his term. He asked his first cousin, Miss Walsh, to act in that capacity, and from all accounts it has been a very good choice. Miss Walsh, who lives in a quaint, oldfashioned home at Ashfield, within tile metropolis, is not without personal charm; but she has attributes equally essential for the-discharge of the responsibitity which has been thrust upon her, and which, in a big place like Sydney, is no small one. She has tact and a pretty wit, and is enthusiastic. Miss Walsh says she ..would have preferred to remain quietly at her home at Ashfield, whe,re she.takes a big interest in local movements, but when the call came she willingly came to Alderman Stokes's aid. Miss Walsh, has already made her debut as Lady Mayoress at big social events; but her busiest time will be as hostess at the brilliant civic gatherings which will mark the arrival this winter of the American fleet. He? i people are well-known to thousands of Roman Catholics in the State. A sister belongs to the Sisters' of Charitv and is in charge .of St. Mary's Cathedral school; two aunts are associated with St. Joseph's Hospital. Auburn, and she was a niece of the late Mother Mary Berclimans, formerly Mother-General of the-Sisters of Charity hr Australia. The Lord Mayors' of Sydney who have been single' arc very rare, but Miss Cecilia Walsh has demonstrated that bachelorhood need not be a bar to those who aspire to the post of Chief Magistrate,

WEDDINGS.

McGRATH—CARSON. .-* \ A very pretty wedding was solemnised at the Wesleyan Church, Oxford recently, when Elsie, youngest daughter of Mr and Mrs J. Carson, Christchurch, was married to Donald John-Keith, eldest son of Mr and Mrs Donild McGrath, West Oxford. The service -was conducted by the Rev. J. Featherstone, and Miss Knowles, aunt of the bridegroom, presided at'the organ. The church was decorated with choice flowers for the occasion and a beautiful wedding bell was suspended over the bridal couple. The bride, who was given jaway by her uncle, Mr Wilson Hawke, wore a pretty white silk- bridal frock finished with georgette and pearls. Her veil beautifully embroidered was held in position with a coronet of pearls and she carried a shower bouquet of choice hothouse flowers. The bridesmaids, Misses Bessie. and Maggie Bollington, cousins of the bride, wore frocks -of and mauve, crepe de chine respectively, and-'blacli'; hats and carried beautiful shower bou-.' qiiets. Two little flower' girls, Daphne Wright, cousin of .the bridegroom and Jean Manson, niece of the bride, looked dainty in mauve and pink organdi mus- i tin frilled frocks with bands on their | hair to tone. .!

The bridegroom was attendee! by his brother, Mrßeg McGrath, .as best man, and Mr C. Carson was groomsman. After the service the guests, numbering about sixty, adjourned. to- the Corwhere the wedding breakfast was served. "The hall was tastefully . decorated for- the occasion,. and toasts were honoured and appropriate speeches made/ Owing to ill-health, Mrs Carson was unable to be present, arid Mrs A. Dalley, Riccartoh, sister of %he bride; received the guests. She wdre a pretty blue' marocain frock with hat to match arid carried a bouquet of apricot roses. Mrs McGrath, the bridegroom's mother, v wore' a mole "braided costume, marabout stole, and hat to tone' and carried a beautiful bouquet of crimson roses and ranunculi. Later the happy couple left by. motor for the honeymoon.

' CROXSON—MILLS. A very pretty wedding was celebrated at All Saints' Church, Burwood, on Wednesday, at 6.30 p.m., when Amelia, eldest daughter of Mr John F. Miles, of New Brighton road; was married to Vincent C. Croxson, of Wellington. The Rev. C. A. Tobin officiated. The bride, who entered the church with her father, wore a beautiful'frock of. cream satin made on classic lines, and an effective touch was added by a string of •beautiful pearls ; the gift of the bridegroom. She carried a very handsome bouquet. A beautiful handmade, veil was- held in.position by sprays of orange blossom nung becomingly to the hem of her wedding drees. Two maids attended her, the Misses. Gortie and Nancy Mills, the former being dressed in a becoming frock of apricot satin and; the latter in white silk, their poke bonnets having a very charming effect. Both carried beautiful bouquets of summer flowers and maidenhair ■ fern. On leaving the church the bride was presented with a' silver hojseshoc by Miss Nancy Mills. Mr Raymorid Croxson. brother of the bridegroom acted as best man. After the ceremony a reception washeld in the Methodist Sunday school at Shirley, when n, large number of relatives and friends was present to extend good wishes to the bride and bridegroom. Arnongst those present were: Mr and Mrs T. H. Mills. Mr and Mrs T. Carter, Mr and Mrs C. G. Carter, Mr and Mrs Vogel, Mr and Miss Clements, Mrs G. Booth, Mr and Mrs Walsh, Mr and Mrs Green, Mr and Mrs Ihle, ?.[r T. Green, Miss ,G. Dudridge, Mr. Lnwson, Mr MeDowall, Miss Stapleton, Mr Morrow, Mr Fox, Misses E. and F. Robinson, Mrs A. Gray, Miss S. Gray, Mr and Mrs W. Reaby, Mr and Mrs Smyth, Mr and Mrs K. Todhunter, Mr arid Mrs Smith. Mr ii.nd Mrs R. August. Mr and.Mrs Hales, Mr and, Mrs Steed. :