WOMEN'S CORNER

Press, Volume LXI, Issue 18507, 8 October 1925, Page 2

WOMEN'S CORNER

The Lady Editor will be pleased to receive for publication in the "Women's Corner" items &i social or personal news. Such items should be fu!l7 authenticated, and engagement notices mnat hear the signatures of both parties. Correspondence is invited on an 7 matters affecting, or of interest to, women.

.Mr.- Bn:ge = 'Cashmere ITills) is visiting Wellington, where she is staying witJi her son.

Mis- K. Corby has resigned from the Lvttelton Harbour Hoard's staff, on account of her approaching marriage. Mi-s Mollie O'Grady (Ashburtoni has returned to her homo after visiting friend.-; 111 Christchurch. Mrs W. 11. Clark .'Benley avenue', is leaving to-morrow for a holiday visit to Waimutt-.

Miss Marjorie Vaile (Auckland/, who has been spending a few months in Cliristchurcli, has returned to the North.

Recent arrivr!- at the Clarendon Hotel include Mr, h\ A. Walker (New Plymouth). Mr:-: Charles Nathan and .Miss Louisson f Auckland) are staving at Warner's Hotel.

Mr and Mrs 0. S. Drrwbiidge fWellington). Mrs Samson asid Mr.s H. PHell (Dunedin;. and Mr.s K. H. Kobinson (New York; are among the guests at the United Service Hotel.

Mrs 'Walter Wright' ("Mostyn," Springston), who has been spending a [v\v days- with Mr.s T. de I'. Mauson (Lyttelton), returned to the country on Wednosdnv.

At her home, "Millbrook," Fendalton, yesterday afternoon, Miss Kathleen Ilelmote gave a cheery little party in honour of Miss Shona Phodes. Amongst the guests were Miss Shona Rhodes, Mrs Freddie C'racroft Wilson, Miss Joyce Gibson, Miss Peggy Pulmcr(,'hapman (Tiniaru;, Miss Hester Archer, Mrs Lynn Lawrence, Miss Mavis Muefarlane, Miss Halmai Loughnan, Mrs Maurice Macfarlane, Miss Jsobcl Tnrrell, Miss Betty Black, Miss Betty O'.-Tton, Miss Molly Black, Miss Pay Gibson, and Miss Betty Kutherford.

A very successful entertainment was given in St. Peter's Schoolroom, Upper Jiiccartou, on Tuesday evening by T!ie Crusaders, a band of young jieoplc who work for missions. The items were well rendered, some of the performers, being tiny mites, won the large audience from the first with their charming little ways. The greatest credit is due to Miss Gardiner for the time and trouble she spends on these young folk (luring the year. Homemade sweets, prepared by Mrs Allen and sold by her young helpers, found a ready sale. A very enjoyable' "Gift Party" was recently* given by Mrs L. Brownie, Denhaiii street, Sumner, .in honour of Miss-Olive Messina, who is to- be marThe. bride-elect was the recipient of many useful gift's. The room was prettily decorated with blue and gold streamers and spring flowers .and.a dainty v tea.was served. Among those present, were Misses Morse, J'. Bwarbrick,"Woodcock (2), 0. Hrockett, G., Power, ]\lcsdamcs Cox, McGarry, Hrockett, and Baker. During the afternoon, musical items wore given bv Miss J. Swarbrick, Miss Brockett, Mrs L. Baker, and Mrs Brownie.

Fashionable shoes in crocodile, snake, and lizurd skins are being sold by H. Panhell and Co., 105 Manchester street, at very reasonable prices. Shoes can also be made to order from any of these skins. P6655

Tie of *t Bcde'.-' ( oiiejre. have issued mvi'at;on> 10r the annual sports meeting to"V.p"'nr-!' ! . at the College'on Thursday. October 1-V.h.

The Linwo-'.d Lawn Tennis Club trill oof-n the -<■?.-".» 0:1 .Saturday at 1 ',„ \ <[■ niifl- dame will l.e held m the f'am'-rhiirv Rowing Club's pavilion iu th-: evening.

'Hip annual pectin- of St. Anne s Guild will he held at Church House, fn-hfll '-tree: at 7.4-5 p.m. to-mor-riw. AN interested in the good work of the Guild are invited to attend. The W'cntworth Cabaret Club are h-ildiu" a dance in the Winter Gardens ~'n Saturday, night, when Bailey's Jazz Band will provide v the music. At the Hagiey Golf Links yesterday, interesting competitions were held' for ir.fiv ;,!:ivh's who have not yet earned a handicap. The programme included a. sealed holes competition and a bogey match? and the prizes, which were pre--mted bv Mrs MK'iaU-hio. were won by .Mrs 11. Adams. -Mrs C. Buchanan, and Miss Pettit.

At the Shirlev Links to-morrow, '•'Closing Day.'' a four-hall bogey match will in the morning. For this match' players choose their own partners and opponents._ In the afternoon, beginning at 2 o'clock, driving, approaching, and putting competitions will bo held. After afternoon tea, for which players will be the guests of the club, the prizes won during the year will he presented by the president, Mrs Dovle.

A concert party arranged bv Mr J. 11. Cocks gave a Concert at Shirley, to assist in '"the preparations for St. Stephen's bazaar. There v.-as a large attendance' at the hall, and a splendid programme was given. Those who assisted were: Misses Natalie Cocks, M. Nelson. I?. Lucas. A. Lucas, N. Hooper, L. Colville. Messrs D. Oolville, 1?. Allison, 11. Clarke, Mr and Mrs J. H. Cocks. The piano was lent by Messrs Robert Francis, Ltd. A sale of home-made cakes, poultry, eggs, butter, cream, lamb, flowers, etc, in aid of St. John s Church, Little River, will be held in the vestibule of Everybody's Theatre, on Saturday next, October 10th. The stall will be in charge of Mrs M. Heenan and Mrs I*. Fa Rev.

On Saturday evening a very pleasant time was. spent at the residence of Mr Iteay, Kirwee, when friends assembled to bid Mr and Mrs Reay good-bye, before they leave for their niture home in Nelson. The evening was spent pleasantly in cards, songs and recitations. After supper, Mr AV. Rout presented Mr ami Mrs Reay with a small present as a token of the esteem ift which they were held by residents of the district.

The annual box-opening of the Beckenham Habitation of the Young Helpers' League took place at the school. The young people had a happy time playing games, and afternoon tea was provided by the president (Mrs Charleson) and her committee. Prizes were given to the boy .and girl who had collected the most money, also to the child who had brought the most new members. Before they dispersed, the president spoke briefly of the work of the League and announced the total amount collected to be £8.16s Gd.

The monthly meeting of the Sydenham branch of the Women's Christian Temperance Union was held in the Baptist schoolroom, Colombo street south, Mrs Sirett presiding. It was decided that the next meeting should be a social tendered to the mothers of the cradle roll, Mrs Cummins, superintendent of the cradle roll, to be in charge. Mrs Richards, of the Christchurch Union, gavl an interesting report of the work done at the district convention in Timaru. A very hearty vote of thanks was accorded the speaker for her able report.

Mr L. D. Hurst, captain of the Miramar Golf Club, who is at present in Christchurch, received telegraphic news from/Wellington yesterday, informing him that the Miramar links, where the New Zealand Ladies' Golf Championship Meeting opens next week, were never in better condition than they are at present, and the visiting lady golfers may look forward to some excellent games. As captain of the club, Mr Hurst is naturally anxious that playing conditions next week will be of the best andMt is gratifying to learn that the recent heavy rains have in no way injured the Miramar links.

"• A mating of those interested in Home Nursing was held in the Sheffield A. and P. Room on Thursday last. After Sister Clarke had outlined ,the benefits to be derived from a knowledge of home nursing, it was unanimously resolved to form a class, to meet every Thursday for instruction. The following officers were elected. —President, Mrs W. Deans; committee, Misses E. M. Jenkins, R. Wright, D. Judd, L. Austin, and M. Townshend (hon. secretary). ' ■»

HALF-PRICE FUR SALE. Owing to Madame Menero 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 will be sold at just half their usual price. This is an opportunity which must not be missed. M 6631 FATHER TIME AND STOUTNESS. Many women have leafned 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. SS7O7 GOLD REEF PINEAPPLE. Luscious, golden fruit for the dessert or salad —rich fragrant juice— Gold Reef Pineapple is the most tempting fruit you could enjoy. Obtainable from leading grocers in slices, chunks, and grated from the sunny field? of South Africa, it retains all the lusciousness, flavour, and delicacy that it possessed when picked. 1 ——— • GOLFERS AND IVORY. Washing your face with Ivory Soap is as easy and quick as holding a twoinch putt for a par four. And the face that smiles up from the stainless towel tells a story of gentle Ivory treatment in which justice has been generously tempered mercy. Chemists sell Ivorv Soap at 9d a cako. Mc 7012-1 When you wash clothes with Verbena, you get the wonderful cleansine value of a pure vegetable oil soap. That is why they come white and clean so readily! Aud to think this good golden bar makes snowy suds that give such whiteness to white elothes! Not only for clothes but for all your household cleaning Verbena Soap works wonders in time and labour sared. ' Mc 7012—3

NATIONAL COUNCIL OF J WOMEN. ! At the invitation of the members of ; the Christchurch Branch of the • National Council of Women, a very I large number of prominent Christchurch women, net to mention a goodly ; proportion of men, attended a we!!- j arranged and very enjoyable conversa- ■ zione, held last night in the Jellicoe ' Had. Noticeable at the gathering : were women connecred with the various | forward movements in the City—repre- ■ sontatives of the Canterbury College ■ Board of Governors, of the teaching • and nursing professions, I'lunket Society, Kindergarten Association, Women 's Club, Navy League, and various rending circles. This was, of course, as it should be, and certainly seemed a hopeful indication that j women, by co-operation and mutual sympathy, are increasing their usefulness for the common good. Mrs E. A. M. Roberts presided, and after welcoming the guests, introduced j Miss Henderson, who explained the ] constitution and aims of the National | Council, which links up all the I women's organisations of New Zealand, and is itself affiliated with the International Council of Women, of which the Duchess of Atholl, M.P., is the president. • A short musical programme arranged by Miss Millicent Jennings was much enjoyed, and two dramatic readings — extracts from "Saint Joan" by Bernard Shaw and "Will Shakespeare" by Ciemenceau Dane —given by Mrs J. Cure Xewell- were listened to with much delight and were enthusiastically applauded.

Professor J. B. Condliffe delivered a short and enlightening address on "Problems in the Pacific." The speaker dealt briefly with the development of the Eastern countries since their contact with Western civilisation, and traced the growth of Xationalism and Industrialism in the East, particularly in China. Turning to the economic and social problems that confront the Empire at' present, he said that the low wages and comparatively low standard of living of the Eastern countries enabled them to flood the markets of the world with cheap manufactured goods. The solution of the economic, problems would not be reached by imposing prohibitive tariffs on such goods. It would be a calamity if the standard of living was lowered in English-speaking countries. The best safeguard against such a contingency was mutual sympathy between "nations, and a conscientious effort on the part of New Zealand. Australia, and America to influence Eastern countries to raise their standard of living. Such influence, the Professor thought, could be most easily and potently exerted by women. During supper, which was served on small tables dotted round the hall, the decoration of the hall, which was particularly artistic, was the subject of many compliments. A NEW ZEALAND ARTIST RETURNS. * New Zealanders, whatever may be their shortcomings in other respects, are always genuinely proud of their fellow-countrymen who achieve success in any walk in life, and are ever ready to welcome them cordially back to New Zealand. At present Auckland is ac-, cording a right royal welcome to New Zealand's distinguished son, Sir Ernest Rutherford; last, month Christchurch people showed proud enthusiasm at the return of ".their own Stella Murray." Recently it has been the privilege of Wellington to welcome 4 'to her native town the distinguished Australian water-colour artist, Mrs Sherwood, who, as Miss Maud Kimbell, left New Zealand thirteen years ago, to pursue her art studies in studies that were begun while she was still at school in Wellington, her first teacher being Miss Mabel Hill, at the Technical School. Then came Miss Richardson (now Mrs J. Tripe), and afterwards "Jimmy" Nairn, to whom Mrs Sherwood says she owes a debt qf gratitude. While ing with Mr Nairn, she won aNational Bronze Medal, the fourth to find its way to New Zealand. This was a medal for success in art issued by the Board of Education, South Kensington, London, ,to students within the British Empire. Mrs Sherwood won most of the, prizes at the school, and later be*camo one of the instructors. At the end of 1911 the artist resigned from the school and went abroad to gain knowledge, and to work hard in the great art centres of the world. After spending six weeks in England she went to Paris, and there, on the day after her arrival, Miss Frances Hodgkins, another distinguished New Zcalander, looked her up and took her round some of the studios, her own included.

"After visiting most of the studios," said Mrs Sherwood, "I settled down to work at Collarossi's; but shortly afterwards left there and went to'the studio of Mr Tudor Hart, where I found Owen Merton, of Christchurch, a fellowstudent. Mr Tudor Hart was an extremely interesting teacher, with a most active brain and innumerable ways of explaining a point. "The first summer I joined the Tudor Hart summer sketching class, and 30 of us went to England to'paint in the villages. According to "the villagers, 30 mad French people arrived (like a plaguo of insects) and settled upon them. The 30 mad French people included four New Zealanders —Miss Cora Wilding, who has now returned to Christchurch, Owen Mr Fell, of Nelson, and myself. We went back to Paris-for the winter, and the following summer I spent in Brittany and Holland, painting with friends."

It was dn 1913 that. Mrs Sherwood arrived -in Australia. She exhibited with the Society of Artists, and one of her pictures was purchased by the trustees of the National Art Gallery in Sydney, who later bought two others. Mrs Sherwood is a frequent exhibitor at Australian exhibitions, and her work was also represented at the All-Austra-lian Exhibition, in London last year, and at Wembley this year. Mrs Sherwood, who is at present visiting Christchurch, was recently honoured by being elected the only woman member of the committee of the Water Colour Institute formed last year in Sydney. Other members of the committee include such men as Arthur Streeton, Syd. Long, and Blamire Young.

A very enjoyable "gift party" was given recently at the homo of Mr and Mrs J. H. Prosser, Middlepark road, Upper Riccarton, in honour of Miss Ida Truman, who is shortly to be married. The evening passed quickly in music, and competitions, the latter being won by Mrs J. Gilbert and Mr J. T. Prosser. The singing of "Auld Lang Syne" brought a pleasant evening to a close. Among those present were: Mr and Mrs J. H. Prosser, iVlrs H. Henderson, Mrs H. Barker, Mrs F. Truman, - Mrs Henderson, Mrs E. Boyce, Mrs Jarman, Mr and Mrs T. Glen. Mr and-Mrs Gilbert, Mr and Mrs D. Boyce, Mr and Mrs J. Gilbert, Misses I. Truman, A. Waddell, R. Glen, L. Boyce, D. Truman, L. Boyce, Messrs J. Partridge, S. Maynell, L. "W. Prosser, E. Exton, and J. T. Prosser.

WEDDINGS. WARREX—MIXSOX. The sun shone brilliantly, yesterday for the wedding of Doris Ruth, second daughter of Mr and Air* Wilfred MirS(11 u Winchester street. Merivale. to Harman. second son of Mr and Airs I. M. Warren, of "Waimana." Rircarion. Church was beautifully decorated lor the occasion with pink ana while- blossom rnd cinerar.as. the lie.. T W Armour nerfornur.g the ceremony, and Mr I'arecll >*>"" organist. . , , The bride, who was accompanied by her lather, wore a beautiiul dress ti ivorv georgette. The bodice, the upper part of winch was lightly beaded in ervstel and silver, fell in long lines, and was finished lielo-w the nips witn a headed band, while the full skirt was leaded with' slight ruchuigs. ana weighted witl) a wide conventional desimT, beantifullv beaded in crystal and •drYer with traceries of gold. The panel tra'n of ceorsette was attached to tho shou]ders~aftd"finished a delicate edging and a handsome mostif of silver Guipure lace. Transparent folds of lvory net daintilv embroidered, veiled too frock falling from a narrow wreath of orange blossom buds, and a lew pale pink flowers were introduced in the bouquet of cream roses. Tho bridesmaids were Muss Rnona. Matson and Miss Dora Warren the bridegroom's sister, while the bridal trroup was completed by Mr Jack Mm?on who acted as best man, and by Mr J M. D. Johnston as .groomsman. Tho girlish frocks of crocus mauvo georgette worn bv the bridesmaids were made with long bodices and aprons formed of deep petifls whose points fell below tho hem in front, The delicate colour combined well with the narrow insets of silver lace with which the petals were joined. Scarves of lace were swathed lightly round the maids' throats, a.nd fastened at one side with a velvet tulip in deeper shading. Widebrimmed hats of crinoline straw, to mated their frocks, banded in satin, and finished with long-stemmed tulips, in mauvo and cyclamen shades, were also worn, and the sheaves of tulips in harmonising tones, which thyy carried, added a picturesque finish to the bridal group. Mrs Minson, the bride's mother, wore a frock of navy georgette smartly beaded, beneath her .handsome wrapcoat of navy silk repp, and tho bright colouring in the small posy on the collar was repeated in the velvet flowers which covered the crown of her navy hat. and in her bouquet. The frock of the bridegroom's mother was of black pleated georgette, with a narrow panel of gold tissue in the front, the deep georgette flounce on the skirt handsomely embroidered in a flower design in natural colouring. Her hat of black had a cerise shaded feather, and she carried a bouquet to tone. At the residence of the bride's parents, where the reception was subsequently held, the rooms were gay with blossom, while freesias in mauve shades to correspond with the bridesmaids' frocks, adorned the tables in the large marquee on the lawn. Mrs Geoffrey Wood, sister of the bride, was in ai smart frock of cedar brown marocain, and her small hat to tone was massed with flowers in pale pink and yellow shades, matching those composing her bouquet. Airs William Nicholls, the bride's aunt, wore black embroidered georgette over fuchsia, and a black lace hat. Her scarf was also of fuchsia, and she carried a oyelamen-tinted bouquet. Miss Nancy Minson, sister of the bride, wore a> pretty frock of Liberty silk, patterned in pastel shades, with yoke, and scalloped border or wistaria mauve crepe de chine. Her hat of Bangkok straw was lined with matwe and trimmed with vari-coloured neb flowers. Miss Leonore Minson, another sister, wore a dainty frock of cream pineapple cloth—with a small sprigged design, the nfflk and pleated apron being outlined with bands of peach-pink organdie. A ceinture of pastel ribbons finished the frock, and rosettes of the same ribbons finished her hat of maize crinoline straw. Miss Marguerite Minson, also a sister, woro a girlish frock of lemon lawn, with a> fine blrjck stripe interwoven, bands of white laee forming the simple trimming, and a black hat with a brim of folded georgette' in orange and green.

Mrs Maurice Johnston, tho bridegroom's sister, chose an attractive frock of hand-painted georgette in wallflower tones, and a large picture hat of the same shading. The frock of Miss Warren (Wellington) was a French model of cherry marocain, with a knife-pleated yoke and front panel of black crepe do chine worked in gold thread. Her small hat was of black satin. Miss Jean Hay (Timaru) wore floral crepe de chine, with a scarlet flounce from the waistline falling to a point in front, and a black crinoline straw hat.

|_ When leaving on the wedding tour, tho bride travelled in a distinctive black and white ensemble suit, the frock of ivory embossed marocain, with bishop sleeves of georgette, having a deep hem, neck bands of black satin, the coat with a collar of white fox fur, also being of the satin. . The closefitting hat of black satin, with, a swathe of black-and pale silver tissue round the crown, was in keeping with her suit.

CRECHE AND KINDERGARTEN ASSOCIATION. A meeting of the Creche and Kindergarten Association was held last week, when there was a good attendance of members. Ajg)logies were received from Mrs Peverill and Miss Tabart. The collections from the five' schools were as follows : —Sunbeam, £2 lis Id ; Phillipstown, £2 0s lOd; Sydenham, 17s 4d; Selwyn, 15s lOd; Richmond, £1 Cs 3d. Attendances: Sunbeam, 29; Phillipstown, 51; Sydenham, 40; Selwyn, 30; Richmond 33. Mrs Evans (acting honorary treasurer) reported that the expenses for Daffodil Day amounted to £l3 17s. This would leave a balance of over £240. The copper trail conducted by Miss Hull and parents from the five kindergartens reaised £53, Sunbeam workers took £35; Phillipstown, £25 3s 3d; Selwyn, £22 10s 9d; Richmond, £2O 12s; Sister McMurtrie, £l9 10s; Mrs Hamber, £l3 15s; Mrs Batchelor and Miss Garrick, £ls; Mrs Calson, £ll 16s Gd; Mrs Fairclough and Miss Scott, £8; Mrs Wilson, £G; Mrs Secombe and Miss Fuller £4 4s; Master Ted Garrick, £1 16s 7d (contributions to the copper trail). A vote of thanks was passed to all those who had assisted in any way, either by their personal labours or by gifts of "flowers, cakes, sweets, etc.

DAXCE AT WINTER GARDEN. Eloquent testimony to the amicable relations existing amongst workers under*the same roof at the Winter Garden last night, when a delightful dance was held by members of the staffs of the various firms and offices in Baker's Buildings. The staFs of Messrs Baker Brothers, North British Insurance Company, Messrs W. B. Clarkson and Sons, Messrs J. Ilott, Ltd., Insurance Office of Australia, and Messrs Brown and Trengrove were represented, and they and their friend; spent a very happy evening. Musicwas provided by Marston's Baud, 3nd the arrangements were capably carried out by the members of the committee — Misses X. Gillespie (secretary)- A. Riedle, and G. Rugg, and Messrs E. P. Davis, M. W. Baker, and T. Atmore. Miss X. Gillespie wore a becoming frock of almond-green marocain, with apron panel of almond-green lace and girdle of gold; Miss A. Riedle, cherry georgette embroidered with silver beads; Miss G. Rugg, flame and silver brocaded marocain. Other ladies present were: Mrs M. W. Baker, Mrs L. Austin. Mrs B. Stanlev, Mrs H. H. Wilson, Mrs W. Allan, Misses M. L. Willcox, P. Peebles, Phyllis WilKi'i, Phyllis Dunkley, X. Good, Winnie Gillespie, Doris Smith, Ivy .Butterfield, Molly Cassin, Rita Corbett, Kitty Whitmore," Blanche Bigg, L. Riedle, B. Riedle, Mona Mackenzie, Evelyn Thomson, Xellic Thomson, Clarice Stockdale (Melbourne), Geta McDonnell, Joyce Britain, Mary Gunn, Maude Cocks, Jessie Sloeombe, Lola Martin, Una McCracken, J. Lester, Mary Leckie, Peggy Alexander, J. Holland, Marjorie Matheson, Lexie Jorgensen, Ivy Harris, May Hodges, Rene Tedder, Helen Grimmer, E. Churchill.

THE LATE MRS M. M'ARTHUR. « Mrs Margaret McArtßur, who died at Harewood on Sunday, was born in Aberdeen 72 years ago. After completing her education at Marshall College, she came to New Zealand with her parents in the clipper Ramsay (1869) and lived for a time at Brookside, where she married. Mr James McArthur, of Glasgow. ' Most of their large family were brought up on their farm at Harewood, which they vacated fifteen years ago in ordjtr to go into residence at Papanui. TThe late Mrs McArthur was by temperament well suited for pioneer work in New Zealand. Strong, cheerful, and sacrificing, she gave her life whole-heartedly to the country which she had adopted. Her good sense, her kindly nature, and her unfailing optimism made her many friends who * will learn with regret of the death of one who had been an inspiration to aIL with whom 6he had been associated. She. is survived by her husbai d and fourteen children: Mrs W. S. Anderson and Mrs G.*B. Gumming (Harewood), Mrs W. J. Grant (Timaru), Mrs Bert Hulston (Te Pirita), Mrs C. R. Watson (Ross), Mrs W. E. Leadley and Mrs W. O'Connor (New Brighton), Mrs F. G. Jones (Halswell), Mrs \V. M. Lawry' (Mt. -Pleasant), Mrs F. H. Ford (Sefton), Mr D. C, McArthur- and Mr A. F. McArthur (Belfast), Mr W. F. Arthur (Harewood), and the Rev. J. D. McArthur (Levin). One son, Corporal James McArthur, died of wounds received on Gallipoli., A Paris taxi-driver has just conducted an honesty test. He left a packet of chocolate in the taxi 11 times, and noted the result. On nine occasions the fare tried to get away with the "find," but was detained by the driver, who after explaining the test recovered the'chocolate. packet was handed to the driver —by a girl messenger and by a soldier who Was'about to for Morocco. A curious result of the 'test was that those who tried to claim the chocolate increased their tips to the driver —a case of conscience working in a round-about way. , SHORT SKIRTS AND SILK STOCKINGS. "With skirts getting shorter all the greater attention , mustj you pay to the stockings you wear.' Bear Brand Silk Hosiery is the choice of millions of discriminating women. Over 100,000-pair of Bear Brand Stockings are manufactured every day. Only 4s 6d (No. 102) and 5s lid (No. 105). Ask your draper-to show you them. ♦ ti

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 Cecile Kennedy, tlicro are experts in Marcel Waving, Shampooing, Facial Manicuring, etc. Bins 'phono 5158,. and make appointment. K4603-2