WOMEN'S CORNER

Press, Volume LXI, Issue 18503, 3 October 1925, Page 2

WOMEN'S CORNER

* Sirs J. \Y. K. Lawrence and Mrs Guy Scott have returned from the Rakaia Huts, where thoy have been spending the school holidays with their children. Mr A. Hervev-Bathurst, of London, arrived by the ferry this morning. He is lecturing on Christian Science tomorrow evening at the Crystal Palace. Mr and Mrs E. G. Kerr (Timaru), who have been visiting Chriatchurch, are returning home to-morrow. Another delightful party, at which Miss Shona Rhodes was the guest of honour, was given yesterday morning at Ballantyne's. On this occasion the hostess was Mrs Lynn Lawrence, and the guests at the happy little gathering included Miss Rhodes, Miss Hester Archer, Miss Ruth Wynn-Williams, Miss Kathleen Helmore, Miss Margaret Scott, Miss Kathleen Irving, Miss Betty Miss Peggy Poulton, Miss Joyce Gibson, Miss Pauline Kitto, Miss Fay Gibson, Miss Lettice Tapper, Miss Geraldine Anderson, and Miss Marjorie Vaile. A service for the members of all the Bible Classes of Christchurch, will be held at the Cathedral to-morrow afternoon; at 3 o'clock. The Rev. J. F. Coursey will be the preacher. On the occasion of her approaching marriage, Miss Muriel Burns's girl friends entertained her at her home and offered her their congratulations and good wishes for her future happiness. An enjoyable evening was spent by those who were present. A very pleasant evening was spent at the Upper Sanatorium, when a billiards team from the Old Collegians Club visited the institution and met a team selected from the patients. Some very close games resulted, the patients winning the match by six games to two. At the next meeting of the Homo Economics Association, which will l>e held in the Y.M.C.A., on Friday, the. 9th inst., at 7.30. p.m., a lecture on ''Gardening" will be given, by Mr Moody. The annual garden fete will be held in a few weeks at Rannerdale Soldiers' Home, Papanui road, in, order to provide funds for the cot patients' seaside holiday. There will be all the usual attractions in the form of produce, cakes, sweets, afternoon tea, ice cream, and fruit salad, bran tub, balloons, flowers, books, surprise packets stall. The Military Band will be in attendance. A quiet but pretty wedding was celebrated at St. Paul's, Christchurch, recently, when Myrtle, daughter of the late Mr H. Boyd and Mrs Boyd, "Framlington," Rangiora, was married to Mr Jack Hnghey, elder son of the late Mr J. Hughey, "Brooklyn," Rangiora. After the ceremony a small reception was held at the Winter Garden, only relations and very intimatei friends being present. The usual meeting of the Selwyn Nursing Division of the St. John Ambulance Brigade, was held on Tuesday night, when Miss Ironside, Lady Divisional Superintendent, presided. There was a good attendance of members. A motion of sympathy was passed with Dr. F. J. Borrie, late Divisional Surgeon, in -his recent bereavement. Arrangements were made for two members to visit hospital on Sunday, October 4th. Two new members were elected. Teams! were definitely fixed for the Timaru competitions. After the routine business was transacted, Lieutenant Peake took the Division for practice in transport work. . On the occasion of Miss E. E. Thompson's retirement from Somerfield school she was the guest at an afternoon party given at the homo of Mrs Clark, Somerfield street. In presenting Miss Thompson with a large ■ salad bowl from the staff, the headmaster referred in eulogistic terms to the excellent work Miss Thompson had done at the school; to \he high esteem in which she was held by all members of the staff; and he hoped that she would enjoy long life and great happiness in her new environment. Mr Sherrard, speaking on behalf of Miss Thompson, expressed her heartfelt thanks for the many kindnesses she had received at Somerfield. The Beckenham- Nursing Division of the St. John Ambulance Brigade met on Tuesday evening in the Ambulance rooms, Worcester street. The Lady Superintendent (Mrs Peek) presided over a good attendance of members, and gave a short address on the "Ideals of the Nursing Profession." The Labour Day competitions to bo held this year at Timaru were discussed, and finally it was decided to enter two_ teams. Members wero then practised in firstaid and roller bandaging. Four propositions were received for membership during the evening. A very enjoyable evening was spent recently at the home of Mr and Mrs Beveridge, Waltham, the occasion being tho birthday of their daughter, Rona. The evening passed quickly in games, dancing, and various competitions, the latter being won by Miss R. Symons and Mr K. Wilkie. Items were contributed by Miss A. Chalmers and Mr W. Symons. The singing of "Auld Lang Syne" brought a very pleasant evening to a close. Among those present were: Mr and Mrs A. Beveridge, Mrs R. Symons, sen., Mr and Mrs W. Symons, Mr and Mrs H. Palmer, Mr and Mrs R. Symons, Mr and Mrs J. Stewart, Mr and Mrs A. Perry, Mr and Mrs C. James, Mr and Mrs F. Smith, Misses R. Beveridge, A. Chalmers, V. Ormandy, I. Symons, D. Stewart, L. Palmer, I. Stewart, Z. Palmer, R. Symons, Messrs K. Wilkie. W. Smith (Rakaia), A. Smith (Asliburton), M. Carter. J. Bell, G. Smith (Rakaia), C. Wilkie, B. Hayes, C. Symons, H. Smith, R. Beveridge, T. Beveridge, Symons (3), and others.

Miss R. MoGregor (Kaiapoi, who is shortly to bo married, was the guest at I a "kitchen afternoon" given in her ; honour by Mrs L. C. D. Fuldseth and Mri S. J. Richards, of Kaiapoi, on Thursday last. The bride-elect was the recipient of numerous useful presents ; for her new home.

In the private reception room at Ballantyne's yesterday morning, Mrs Frank Scott and Mrs G. H. Buchanan -were joint hostesses at a particularly charming party given in honour of Mrs John Stevenson and Mrs T. W. Cane, who are leaving Christchnrch on Thursday for Britain. After the guests liad been welcomed in the lounge by Mrs Scott and Mrs Buchanan, an adjournment was made to the reception room, which was beautifully decorated with palest pink plum blossom and delicately-tinted antirrhinums. Delicious tea was served at small tables to the many guests, amongst whom were Mrs Stevenson, Mrs Cane, Mrs R. S. Williams, Miss Alice Cane, Mrs Phillip Keddell, Mrs G. M. L. Lester, Mrs George Helmore, Mrs George Merton, Mrs H. O. D. Meares, Mrs W. Day, Mrs Richard Allen, Mrs Maurice Fell, Mrs J. H. Hall, Miss Aitken, Mrs J. G. L. Vernon, Mrs John Guthrie, Mrs T. Mill, Mrs Jack Anderson, Mrs Burnes-Loughnan, Mrs Guy Pascoe, Mrs C. J. Sloman, Mrs Charles Cooper, Mrs Milner-Harris, Mrs A. A. McMaster, Mrs Henry Bowen, Mrs Sydney Smith, Mrs R. Hennah, Mrs R. J. Loughnan, Mrs Maurice Gresson, Mrs Malcolm Powrie, jMrs Donr.ld Dobson, Mrs Pullen (Sumner), Mrs Eric Harper, Mrs Milne (Rakaia), Mrs Percy WynnWilliams, Mrs C. L. Nedwill, Mrs H. S. Lawrence, Mrs J. W. K. Lawrence, Mrs M. H. Godbv, Mrs E. T. Reece, _ Mrs E. J. Cordner, Mrs Walter Fox, Mrs Herbert Acton Adams, Mrs F. G.. Gibson, Mrs Charles Beadel, Mrs Geoffrey Denniston, Mrs Leslie Molineaux, Miss Nancarrow, Mrs Helen Denniston, Mrs A. K. Firth. At their home on Cambridge terrace yesterday afterno.on, Mr and Mrs Alfred Merton held a delightful reception, at which they entertained many of their numerous friends, who were afforded an opportunity of viewing one of the latest water-colours painted by their son, Mr Owen Merton. The Christ-chureh-born artist recently held an exhibition of his paintings at the Leicester Gallery, London, and his works received most favourable criticisms in the "Daily Telegraph," "Observer," and "Daily Mail." One of his most admired works at the exhibition, a painting which in style resembles the works of Cezanne, a French artist, has just reached Christchurch —a present from his sister to her parents—and the gift was the subject of much admiration yesterday from Mr and Mrs Merton's guests, amongst whom were Mr and Mrs Arch Nicoll, Mrs Sherwood (Sydney), Mrs Spencer-Bower, Mrs A. A. McKellar, Miss Agnes Hay, Mrs Henry Murray, Mrs W. Chrystall, and Miss Chrystail, Mrs H. O. D. Meares, Mr and Mrs Geoffrey Denniston, Mr Jenkins, Mr and Mrs Cecil Kelly, Mr and Mrs Menzies Gibb, Mr and Mrs G. H. Merton, Mr a»d Mrs A. O. Merton, Mr and Mrs Maurice Fell, Mrs R. Foster, Mr and Mrs Trevor Foster, Dr. and Mrs C. Chilton, Mrs Percy Overton, Rev. Charles and Mrs Perry, Mr and Mrs S. Hurst Seager, Mrs and Miss Holderness, Mrs Boys, Misses Gertrude Miller, N. Guthrie, Yiola Brown, Hindmarsh, Dorothy Morri3, and Edith Wall.

HALF-PRICE FUR SALE. Owing to Madame Menere shortly removing to handsome new premises in the same block of buildings in which her present establishment is situated, 127 Cashel street, she is for a fortnight only, commencing from Monday, September 28th, holding a removal sale, at which all furs Trill be sold at just half their usual price. This is an opportunity which must Dot be missed. MQ63I SUNNY HOUSE CLEANING. Drawingroom to kitchen. Windows to woodwork. Bathtub to tile floor. Verbena Soap 6preads sunshine all through the house. It reaches into every crack and corner and purifies as it cleanses. Verbena Soap does more than just clean—it gives a touch of newness everywhere. Mc 7012—2 Fashionable shoes in crocodile, snake, and lizard skins are being sold by H. Pannell and Co., 100 Manchester street, at very reasonable prices. Shoes can also be made to order from any of these skins. P6655 There is something quite different in the new spring frocks now showing at "Minerva Salon," And outsises are made a special feature. 174 Cashel street (over Jones McCrostie) or ring l' phone 3485 6 GOLFERS AND BATHS. When a self-respecting golfer emerges from an Ivory Soap bath he bears with him no accusing scent to convict him of beauty parlour methods. His unspoken message to Ijhe. world is, "I've just had a corking good bath," which to most of the world means unmistakeably an Ivory Soap bath. Mc 7012-2 FATHER TIME AND STOUTNESS. Many women have learned the vital secret that "You grow old because you let yourself grow old." You can retain, in fact, win back, your girlish figure in all its slimness by the use in your own home of Clark's Thinning Bath Salts, the famous French remedy, obtainable from E. Cameron Smith, Chemist, Cathedral square. 58707 DELICIOUS PINEAPPLE. Freshlv picked from the South African plantations, Gold Reef Pineapples retain their natural unequalled flavour and beautiful golden colour in a manner possessed by no other pineapples in the world. You can obtain Gold Reef Pineapple now in Christchurch in slices, '-.hunks, and grated, from leading grocers. The Reliable Agencies, Ltd., 211 Cashel street, Christchurch, are the New Zealand distributors. 2 DON'T FEAR GREY HAIR. Grey hair can be banished lndustinguishably. Shalimar Toilet Rooms restore the bloom of youth to hair. Why, then, let grey hair worry you:' 'Phone 628, making your appointments, or call in and consult Shalimar free of charge. SHALIMAR TOILET ROOMS (Principal, Mrs S. Vaughan). 240 HIGH STREET (above Simpson and Williams). The Peters-Gray School of Dance, Drama, and Mime is arranging a special matinee, to be held at the Caledonian Hall on Saturday, October 17th, at. 2.30 p.m. The programme will include: "Dionysia," festival scenes from "L'Enfant Prodigue," a mime play. 'Phone 3717. P7006 Hidden Beauty.—Few women would continue to look old if they realised how simple it is to bring out hidden beauty. At the Egyptus Rooms, 769 Colombo street, under the control of Miss Ceeile Kennedy, there are experts in Marcel Waving, Shampooing, Facial Massage, Manicuring, etc. Ring 'phone 5158, and make appointment. K. 1002-3

At iho Kaiapoi Golf Links on Thursday afternoon, Mrs J. Rowlands was entertained by the lady members at "an ocl''« i>n«l er»<l-s afternoon.'' A most enjoyable time was spent, those present taking part in ail approaching and putting competition, which was won by Miss A. A. Lynskey. The guest of the aftern.ion received many acceptable and useful presents. The weekly meeting of the Circolo Italiano was held on Thursday evening at the rooms, 13."! Hereford street. The president, Mr Arnodeo, presided. Signor Colonn:; and Signora Gargaro were the instructors for the evening. Several new members were present, including Madame Venosta and Mr H. J. Marriner. A series of lectures on Italian art, by Dr. Alherione, of the Italian Art Gallery, will be commenced next week. The secretary, Signor Nino di Somroa, reported that efforts were being made to have a short lecture, after each meeting, on subjects relating to Italian art, and literature. Mrs Jowett gave a humorous recitation in dialect, which was greatly enjoyed. Mrs Costello and two children (Hawarden), Mrs Gardiner (Christchurch), Miss Gardiner (Chnstchurch), Mr R. Shand (Christchurch). Miss Menere (Christehurch), Miss Digby (Christchurch). are among the recent arrivals at tho New Brighton Late, New Brighton. At the Avonsido Tennis Club s courts yesterday afternoon, tho members of tho Avonside B team entertained a team of players from carton at an exciting match, which after many keen contests resulted in tho win for the Avonsido players by a good margin. The Riccarton ladies were Misses Muir, E. Harvey, M. Harvey E. Skurr, Swanston, Stephenson, Mrs Turton. and Miss M. Morland, and Avonside was represented by Mrs Herdman, Mrs Wilson. Mrs Lake, Mrs Barnes, Mrs Fuller. Miss D. Sharp, Miss, Bailey, and Miss Dinnicombe. After the 'match, afternoon tea was dispensed in the club s pavilion by Mrs J. C. Lord and a bevy of helpers. The presence of such a large audience at the St. Saviour's Babies' Home concert, held in the Town Hall, Sumner, on Thursday night, was to the promoters, Misses Eileen and Kathleen Thomas, and the assisting artists, a convincing proof that the public of Sumner were heartily in sympathy with "the work of tho orphanage. There was not a vacant seat left in the Town Hall, and the programme was fully appreciated, encores being demanded in every instance. The following artists contributed:—Pianoforte duet by the Misses M. Wilson and F. Cooper; violin solo, Master A. Munro; vocal solos by Mrs F. C. Cother, Miss Ryan, Miss Dorothv Sharp, Miss Nancy Bowden, Mr H. Heatley, Mr David McGill, and Mr T. M. Charters. Elocutionary items were contributed by Miss Lucy Cowan, Miss Kathleen Thomas, Miss Molly Cummings, Miss BVllee Brown, and the Rev. Clyde Carr. Dance items were contributed as follows: —Egyptian dance by Miss Eileen Thomas. solo dances by pupils of Miss Bessie Macdonald, and a dance trio "Springtime" bv pupils of Miss Marjorie Myers. Miss Warren was, as always, "a delightful accompanist. Tho net proceeds are about £22. a welcome addition to the funds of the Babies' Home.

FANCY DRESS PARTY. A very successful fancy dress party,, organised by Mrs M. Prendergast and members of the "Wembley Club, was held last' night in St. Mary's Memorial Hall, Manchester street. There was a very large attendance of children in fancy dress and an unusually large number of parents. The hall was effectively decorated. Marston's Band supplied the music, and'the gay throng of attractively dressed little ones spent a. very happy evening. Mrs J. H. Stringer, Mrs D. J. Shea, and Miss Claire Morkane acted as judges and carried out their onerous task with tho greatest care and commendable despatch. The following werfe their awards: —Girls under 10 : Lcali Ardagh (Dutch Girl); boys under 10; Bennie Goodman (Red Indian); girls over 10: Marie Fahey (Butterfly); boys over 10: Eleanor Popgelly (Cowboy); best paper frock: Nellie Sharve"(Bluebell in Fairyland); best matched pairb June Hatherlev and Nola Da* - is (Bride and Bridegroom); special prizes: Nancy MeCullough (Victorian Lady). Esma tindsay aind Roddic Find Jay (Shepherd and Shepherdess). Amongst those present -were:—Esma Lindsay (Shepherdess), Raddie Lindsay (Shepherd), Nelly Shave (Blue Bell in Fairyland), Ursula Amos, Louis Amos (Soldier), Rhona Amos, Kathleen Barnett, Marjory Borgfeldt, Mavis Cairns (Cadbury's Chocolates), Bernie Gray, Jack Townaend (Bap Stockton Coal), Alan Lagan (I Ain't Nobody's Darling), Brian Lagan . (Why Did I Kiss That Girl), Veronica 'Lagan (Butterfly), Marie Wall (America), Annie Rogatski (Pierrette), Joyce O'Malley (Pairv Queen), Gwen O'Malley (Yellow Rose), Charles Morkane (Dick Whittington), Winnie Bust (Folly), Jean Matthews (Harlequin), Veronica Tulloch (Water Sprite), Philip McGregor (Soldier), Francis McGregor (Cricketer), Jim Humphreys (Scotch Boy), Mary Bunz (Blackbird), Jim Ward (Pierrot), Reg Allan (Cricketer), Phyllis Snook (Horsey, Keep Your Tail Up), Nancy Mc.Cullough (Victorian Lady), Monica Snook, Theresa Ward (Rainbow), Bruce Ward (Pierrot), Bill McDonald (Tennis Player), Mignon McDonald (Willow Pattern China), Nedra McDonald (Red Cross Nurse), Yolande McDonald (Carnival), Wislia Ardagh (Buttercup), Leah Ardagh (Dutch Girl), Jim Ardagh (TVrk), Ursula Gunn (Pierrette), Dorothy Blake, Joan Blake, Kthne O'Brien (Ballet Girl), Peggy Cape-Williamson (Little 80-Peep), Nancy Johnston (Lampshade), Denis Bunz, Tom Johnson, Frank Kennedy, Joan Whelan (Blue Bird). Marjory Whelan (Superstitions), Stanley Whelan (Gollywog), Jack Whelan (Clown), Bene Fahey (Health Week). Marie Fahey (Golden Buttercup), June Hatherley (Early Victorian), Nola Davis (Bride and Bridegroom), Ed|i» Grenfell (Indian Squaw), Vera Hill (Carnival Folly), May Hill, Joan and Pat Baron, Dorothy Baron, Molly Burns (Prince Arthur), M.' Hurley, Norma Gifford, Joyce Chamberlain, B. Goodman (Indian), Margaret Malley (Gipsy), Felix Mnlley (Judge), Kathleen Barraball (Green Pea), Gwen Barraball'(ltalian Fruit Girl), Patricia McDermott (Japanese Girl). Bobby McDonald (Pierrot), Lawrie McDonald (Pierrot). Nell O'Brien (Herald), Eleanor Pengelly (Cowboy). Joan Clemens (Jockey), Denny Shea (Starlight), Joan Shea (Pierrot), Colleen O'Malley. Patricia Townsend (Starey and Hawker's Bread), Freda Khouri (Gipsy). Fatricir. Kielv (Rosebud), Clarice Anderson (Ballet Dancer), Mary Howard (Sweet Pea).

NURSES' CONFERENCE. After devoting the morning to business, the delegates attending the conference of the New Zealand Trained Nurses' Association were entertained at luucheou at Ballantyno's yesterday. At 2 p.m. the party left for ''Otahuna," cars for transport being kindly provided by membei*s of the Automobile Association, through the .kind offices of the Association's secretary, Mr J. S. Hawkes. After an onjoyablo drive over good roads, through beautiful smiling country, the guests were welcomed at "Otahuna" by Sir Heaton and Lady Rhodes, who returned vesterday from Wellington. After a few happy hours were spent in the delightful Qtahuna gardens and far-famed fields of flowering bulbs, which called forth surprised and delighted admiration from the visitors, toa was dispensed by Lady Rhodes, and, at the suggestion of the Mayor, Mr J. K. Archer, three hearty cheers were given for the host fJid hostess, beforo the party left on the return journey to town. Amongst those who greatly enjoyed the outing were: —Mr and Mrs J. K. Archer, Miss Hood, Miss Insrlis, Mrs Alfred Ividd, Miss Bagley, Miss McDonald, Mies Rendell, Miss Bicknell, Miss Maclean, Miss Newman, Miss Kolin, Miss Tennant, Miss Pattriek, Miss Young, Miss Richards, Miss Gow, Mrs Swing, Miss Muir,_ Miss Buckley, Miss Beck, Miss M. Bagley, Mrs Smith, Misses Mulcock, Christmas, Beck, Wellman, Stubbs, Sturgeon, Ewart, R. Walker, Pike, Mrs Pairman, Mrs Moore, Miss Hayward, Miss Smith, Mrs Charles Newell, Mr and Mrs H. C. Harley, Mr L. Wilson, Mr S. Bowron, Mr and Mrs Hopkins, Mrs and Miss Fleming, Mrs Thornton.

DEATH OF MRS A. A. FOSTER. The death occurred yesterday morning of Amelia Ann Foster, in her 93rd year, at the residence of hor daughter, Mrs Symonds, Reserve terrace, I/yttylton. Deceased,, who was born in Bromley, Kent, England, arrived with her parents in Lyttelton in 1855 by the ship Cashmere, and later married Captain J. Foster. With the exception of a few years spent in Okain's Bay, deceased resided at Lyttelton all her married life. A devout woman, widely read, she could relate many stirring incidents, amusing and otherwise, of her early .days in New Zealand. She had always enjoyed good health tip to Friday last, when she was taken ill. Of,her family of 11, three daughters and six sons aro still alive. The eldest son, Mr W. T. Foster, well known in public life, resides at Reserve terrace, Lyttelton.