WOMEN'S CORNER

Press, Volume LXI, Issue 18525, 29 October 1925, Page 5

WOMEN'S CORNER

• 1 " ! Mrs D. A". Donaldson and licr child- ! ren (Cashmere Hills) are spending a few weeks at Sumner. Tho North Canterbury Hospital Board, at yesterday's meeting, appointed Miss Cochrane matron of tho Infections Diseases Hospital, and Sister Lambie assistant matron. Sister D. Arnold lias resigned i'rdm the staff of the Cashmere Hills, Upper Sanatorium, and staff-nurse J. Gardner lias been appointed to succeed her. Miss Davis Goff will fill the vacant position of staff nurse. • Mr and Mrs Harold Hunter (Opawa) arc spending a, holiday in Botorua. Mr and Mrs Lancelot timith are at present spending a few days at Whiterock with Mr and Mrs Cecil Calvert. Miss Ycda Anderson and Miss Amy Crotty have returned to Christchureh after spending a short holiday ill Le Bon's Bay. Mr and Mrs J. G. L. Vernon arc going to Winchester to-morrow to attend tho "Waihi School sports on Saturday and the annual cricket match, ou Monday. Mrs John Guthrio (Armagh street) is paying a holiday visit to MountCook. Miss Dorothy Moore (Fendajton), ■who has -been for a trip to England, has returned to Christchureh. Mr. and Mrs Phillip Keddell and family aro spending some weeks in Sumner. Mrs Beauchamp Lane (Fcndaltpn) has returned from a visit to "Wellington. Mr and Mrs T. F. Gibson, Mrs F. G. Gibson, and Misses Fay and Joyce Gibson are going to Tiinaru to-day to attend tho CrrJghead Sports tomorrow. Mr and Mrs Gilbert Archey arrived from Auckland yesterday, and willspend a fortnight's holiday in Christchurch. A large gathering of ladies assembled at the Y.M.C.A. yesterday afternoon to welcome Mrs G. F. Hauield, 0.3. E., honorary secretary of the English Y.M.C.A. "Women's National Council. The president of tho Ladies' Mrs A. S. Adams, spoke on behalf of those present,, in assuring tho visitor of a very warm welcome to Christchurch.

Mr and Mrs Henderson (TmianO and Mrs D. M. Clifford (Auckland) are at Warner's. Hotel Among the gnc'sts at the I'nited tScrviro Hotel arc Airs and Miss Thmnp,son (Duncdiii). Mrs P. M. Clifford : (Auckland), and Mr and Miss lair (Tiinaru). '! A sale of hnmc-niade cakes, poultry, eggs, butter, cream, mutton, flowers, ot.-.. in aid of Bt. John's Church, Little Kiver. will be hebl in the vestibule of Everybody's Theatre on iSnturday. October 31 sit. The stall wII Iks in charge of Mrs M. Kcnnan-f.nd Mrs P. Fahey. At St. Michael's Parish Hall, en Monday afternoon and evening, and Tuesday afternoon and evening, the annual parish sale of work will be held. Tho sb.dlho'ders have been working; steadily for months in preparation for" tho"function, with the result that »• splendid assortment of goods suitable for Christmas presents will be offered for sale, and the usur-l cakes, produce, sweets, toys, and refreshment stalls, will be ■well stocked. Tlio sale will b-> formally opened by Dr. A. C £andston at 2.30 on Monday. The North Canterbury Hating Club held its annual ball on Friday night at the R-ingiora Parish Hall, which was beautifully decorated for tho occasion with hanging baskets, greenery, and ■cabbage trees. ' Excellent music w:is supplied by Eric Bice's Band. A delicious sit-down supper was served, tho trebles being beautifully decorated with many-coloured flowers and red shaded candles. Amonast those present were: Mr and Mrs H. C. D. vnn Asch, Mr and Mrs Denis Chapman, Mr and Mrs Hugh Ensor, Mr and Mrs Arthur Bluuden, Mr and Mrs L. W. Hrrley. Mr and Mrs Norman Archer, M r and 'Mrs A. J. Tutton, Mr and Mrs Cudby. :Mr and Miss Henderson, Mr and Mrs Roid, Mr and Mrs W. Moir. Mrs Glasgow. Mr and Mrs Dawson, Mr and Mrs J. McCrr.cken, Mr and Mrs 1 Maurice; O'TCorke. Mr and Mrs "W. Cunningham, Mr and Mrs Curtis, Dr. and Mrs King. Mr a.nd Mrs J. Kin ley. Mr and Mrs T. Shaukla.nd. Mr and Mrs W. Fisher, Mr and Mrs "W. Heney, Mr and Mrs Wright. Mrs Strang, the Misses Kathleen Helmore, Jean Miv-rlonald. F'av Gibson. Joan Fulton, May Andrew. Enid Minty. Nancy Morrish. Eva Leech. Dorothy Leech, Joan Glasgow. Jean MoDouga.ll, and many others.

NAVY LEAGUE DANCE. The Navy League Hall was hardly large enough to accommodate all the well-wishers of tho Navy League, who gathered there last night and danced gaily to the music of Maraton's Band. Bowls of arum,lilies and yellow broom were used effectively to decorate the room, aud the supper table, laden with home-made dainties, was decorated with palo pink and white blo&som.. The committee responsble for the suecess of the gathering were: Mrs Treleaven, Sirs A. Chapman, Mrs J*; 1 V. Comerford, Mr.-} George Clarkson, Mrs F. Marrie, Miss M. Morrison, Miss Joyce Seth Smith, Miss M. Chapman, Messrs F. H. Grace and Patrick Taifc. Amongst the ladies present were: Mrs Treleaven, Mrs Comerford, Mrs Nathan Smyth,-Mrs H. S-. E. Turner, Mrs Marrio, Miss-Dorothy Bates, Mrs Muirson, Mrs Peter Wilson, Mrs A. ■Dnnn. Mrs George Clarkson, Mrs Cyril "Ward, Mrs Harold Barker. Mrs A. &\ Taylor, Mrs G. P. Steele, Mrs T«. C. Jamieson, Mrs Maurice . Allen, Missos Joyc* Seth-Sniith, Mary Morrison, Betty Beadel. Molly Chapman, Rata Philjv.R.. Atkinson, Janet Clarkson, Mrs G. . Blakely, Misses L. Hannay, "W. Parrot, Joan Johnston, Molly Mitchell, Alexander, Irene Edmonds, Roma Carey, E McDantt.

! j VICTORIA LEAGUE. | i In. pursuance of the derision recently i arrived at by the Victoria League to hold quarterly gatherings, at which members could become better known to each oilier and exchange ideas for mutual advautage, the second of the scries of social gatherings was held in the Jelliccc Hall last night. Bowls Of laburnum.'arum Millies, lilac, and flag -irises were used on the. stage j wit i good.decorative effect. Mrs AY. S. Bean; who picsidcd, wel- ' coined the members and briefly explained the aims of the Victoria League, and the necessity for. its activities at the present time. After a pianoforte solo by 31iss Suckling, Dr. - John Guthrie gave a 'short address on "Migration" as its affects the British people. I>r. Lcvinge spoke briefly on the [ work of the Imperial Mission, and ■ ' made appreciative refereuce to the cot- , operation of the Victoria, League. After a pianoforte solo by Dr. Crooke. supper was served, and. the ' meeting closed with a vote of thanks ' to the speakers'add'musicians.

WEDDINGS. W EH K F.N—McK ENZIE. Bowls of whito blossom and arum lilies and clusters of white flowers decorated the J'ugby street Methodist Church, yesterday afternoon, when Tholm.i Ethel, elder daughter of Mr i»nd Mrs It. St. Clair Mc.Kenzie, Rugby street, was married to Clarence Thomas, third son of Mrs Werrcn and the late Mr W'crren. Bealey a.vcnuc. The ceremonv, which was choral, was performed by the Rev. Samuel Werren, brother of' the brodegroom, and Mr Ernest Firth presided at the organ. The bride was a. dainty figure as she entered the church, accompanied by her rather, who gave her away. Her uncommon frock was pf ivory satin quadrille lightly patterned; and falling in simple lines from- a -yoke of pin-tucked georgette. Tbo wide front panel, and deep godets, at the sides, werc-also of the georgette centred and edged with tiny pearls, and finished at the foot with a border of white silver lace. A tiny cluster of ora.nge blossom was placed afc one side of the frock, and at one shoulder on the long panel train of georgette, which was pin-tucked in the centre and edged with the siLver lace, while a larger spray of the same flowers was laid lightly on the wide band of satin with which it was finished. Small pearls forming a light coronet, banded tho transparent folds of her lieautifully- embroidered- tufle veil, across the forehead, and she carried a, bouquet of lilies of the valley. Tho bridesmaids were Miss Mavis McKenzie, the bride's sister,, and Miss Dot Werren, the bridegroom's sister. Both wore dainty, sleeveless frocks of French crepe de chine, the former «*f coral pink .-shade' and the. later of eaudeMiil." The long lines were relieved by accordion-pleated flares, touched with silver inset at each side of the skirt,, whilo hand-made ribbon flowers formed a conventional design on the front and b:-.ok paaiels of each frock. Scarves of the material finished with bands of narrow silver ribbon were swathed, round- their throats. Their small hats wero of silver-grey georgette, the crowns being latticed with siliver ribbon, and surmounted With posies of French flowers, while tiny flowers in. corresponding shades .edged the winged brims r..t the back. Pink sweet, peas composed their bouquets, »vnrl blended charmingly with their frocks. - - ... Mr Samuel ! Moore attended' the bridegroom as best man, ami. Mr'Herl>ert Werren, brother" 'of the bridegroom, was groomsman.

The reception was held in theß-ugby street Hall, Where oyer one hundred guests were entertained. The hall was beautifully decorated in shades of mauve and prink, myriad streamers, each ending with a tiny bell, were suspended from the ceiling, and a largo white bell wr.s suspended over the bridal table, and the tea tables """ere decked with pink flowers. One of'the smaller rooms, was arranged as. a lounge and reception. room. Mrs MeKenzie, received the guests wearing en.-attrac-tive frock of rosewood maiceain, niade with a long tunic bodice and a long apron panel edged with wide- ecru lace. Inlet on the bodice was lace to match, r.nd the vest was.centred with a row of tiny buttons. Her georgette hat of a deeper tone was .upturned at one side, arid clustered with French flowers and a shaded feather boa. She carried a bouquet of shaded ranunculi. Mrs. Wen-en, mother- of the bridegroom, wore a handsome frock of navy blue marocain,' with : side panels of radium lace, and a navy georgette hat. She carried a bouquet of mauve sweet peas and anemones;

When .the bride left for her-wedding tour, she wore a model, frock of sandcoloured crepe "de chine made with a> tnnic effort and banded with mandarin crepe de cliine.. Her widerbfimmed hat of mandarin georgette toned with her frock and was trimmed with a cluster of--flowers r.t one side',of the brim. She carried a'velour coat to"tone with her frock and a sable fox fur. MADAME MENERE CHANGES ADDRESS. Madame Menere, the furrier . has removed from the establishment at 127 Cashel street, opp. Ueaths', to a handsome salon upstairs in the same building. Take the stairs nest door totho shop. To commemorate the opening of the new establishment reductions of Jo -per'cent, are offered this week in every line of furs. M 6641 Hosiery is no longer an under-gar-ment. It is out where all the world may sec it. As a revealer of taste and individuality in dress it has assumed first-raak importance and in the adjustment to this new order "Bear Lrand" Silk Hosiery this year shows more sumptuous colourings and patterns than ever. __q Lacostc and Borotra set the fashion' ' By wearing those comfortable LenGien Tennis shoes. Leading English and Continental players have adopted them Pannells', 105 Manchester street, have just opened up a wide range :n this line, arid tennis enthusiasts should call and inspect. P6655 ■ ■ SNOAVY FLAKES. . Verbena is really,a wonderful soapits snowy flakes actually •' burst into loamy suds at the touch of hot water. It-is a soap so fine that it cleans vour clothes thoroughly yet without harm to colours or fabrics. Ask your-grocer ior .verbena. , q rm . FREE PINEAPPLE. fliis week, Kincaid's are displaying the luscious ' golden Gold Reef and Sakabula Canned lineapplc from the sunny' fleWs of South " Africa. EJncaid's consider this the best in the world and they ask you to call in and taste-free of charge this delightful fruit. • You will not bo pressed .to: buy. . . FADE PO'WDER SALE. L Ah. Madame! With Carnival Week so near and all its adorable pleasures do not indeed miss such an excellent opportunity as securing your Face Powder at half-price "at E. Cameron Smith's Face Powder Sale, Roval Exchange Buildings," ' Cathedral 'square. Only a few days now remain. Whv delay?.. ; ; • —.'6 The Latest Shingles.—Whether tou prefer the latest "nitra-boyish" shingle, ' the French Shingle,' or- any other' style— tou may be confident of "Retting just the right effect at the Egyptus Rooms, 7C9 Colombo street, under charge of Miss Cecile Kennedy. The Egyptus experts are skilled in creating ' a coiffure in face. Ring up 'phono 5158, and mate an appointment K4602-1

GOLDEN WEDDING. The Parish. Hall, Gcraldinc, was the scene of a remarkably bright and happy celebration of a golden wedding. Mr and Mrs T. H. Bannehr.. who were married at All Saints' Church. Nelson, fifty years ago, were invited by friends to f ttend at the Parish Hall. Accompanied by one of their sons, Mr W. J. Bannehr and Mrs Bannehr. of Dunedin. and by a~granddaughter, Miss Brenda Bannehr, they were received in the ivcstihule of the hall by a, committee of ladies, and little Miss Joyce presented the bride with a beautiful bouquet. Miss oin:son played the 'Wedding March as the party ontcrd the hall and walked up the aisle, a large gathering of friends standing on each side,"to chairs ranged before a. table bearing a largo wedding cake with a golden bell. The hall was artistically decorated with golden coloured flowers. Mr Knibb sang "The Yeoman's "Wedding." artel-" which those present expressed their-congratulations and their good wishes- -and- presented a number of handsome gifts, including one to the bride from Mrs A. IL. Smith on behalf of many friends, and others from Mrs J. M. Tripp. Mr Turton. and Mrs Fish, while Miss Bell handed Mr Bannehr a gold-mounted fountain pen as a present from his friends. Tho vicar, the Hew H. Purehas, congratulated the couple on behalf of absent friends as well as those present. Mr Bannehr, in .replying, said he was overwhelmed by their kindness. He- wanted to thank them, every one, for their kindness to his wife and himself, and he wanted to thank many who were unable to be present. That day they had received many telegrams, letters, and messages from friends, and amongst them one from his old friend and former partner, Mr William Thornton Bond, of Nelson, who was the only surviving witness of tlyir wedding,. The two great things in life wero good health and good friends, and his wife and ho had been greatly blessed. New Zealand was a land to lie proud of, and the warm her.rts of its people were its greatest asset. Fifty years was a. lorig time when one looked forward, but it was not long when one looked bade. In half a .century one naturally had many anxieties, many regrets, and many sorrows, but Time, the great healer, had done its work, and only a few s?ars remained. That period, however, had brought mr.ny blessings, many joys, and given him a. store of pictures that he could and did recall, pictures of the smiling faces of warm-hearted friends. A little time was then spent socially. Colonel Mackenzie, in n. most kindly speech, proposed "The Health of the Bride, and Bridegroom," which was drunk with musical honours. During >the afternoon songs were sung by Miss dim-son, Mrs Mc.Keolmie, Miss Eileen Mcllrov, Miss ■ Brenda. Bannehr., and Mr Bannehr. In due course the bride was escorted to a car by Captain Kerr, and a. >very brighii and happy gathering ended with the throwing of confetti as the guests departed.

GARDEN PARTY AT "DUNELM." The pupils of "Dunelm" are fortunate boys to have the privilege of >«'pc«dsUff' their school-days in such delightful surroundings as those of their new school in Deans avenue, jß.iccartpn.

Yesterday afternoon, in the spacious school grounds sheltered from the cold easterly wind, Mr Ferris entertained the parents and friends of his pupils at a most enjoyable garden-party. Amongst the guests, all of whom spent a pleasant afternoon, were: Dean Carrington, Mr and Mrs G. A. V. Tapper, ltev. E. C. Crosse, Mr and ! Mrs E. It. Webb, Dr. and Mrs .Nodwill, Mrs T. Jackson, Mrs L. Hewitt, Mr and Mrs Brinkman, Mr and Mrs C. W, Hervey, Mr and Mrs Trevor Foster, Mrs C. C. Coates, Mrs W. H. Clark, Mr and Mrs Wallace, Mr and Mrs J. G. L. Vernon, Mrs C. Bell, Mr and Mrs Moiiteath, Mr and Mis R. W. Morrow, Mrs Thomas Bain, Mrs A. Morten, Mrs H. Wales, Miss •Bull, Mr K. Neave.Mrs IVentyman, Mr and Mrs Hale, Mr O. W. B. Anderson, Mr "and Mrs J. B. Bowker, Archdeacon and Mrs Haggitt, Mr and Mrs H. It. Sellers,' Sirs I. Thompson, Mr and Mrs P. F. Peoples, Mrs W. F. Browne, Mrs D. W_ Westenra, Mr and Mrs Reeves, Mr r.nd Mrs J. D. McCracken, Mr and Mrs Godfrev Hall. Colonel the Hon. G. J. Smith and" Mrs Smith, Mrs J. G. Hawkins, Mr and Mrs F. L. Easigate, Mrs P. T. Shand, Mrs A. L, Jones, Mrs R. P. Grainger, Mr and Mrs L. B. Young, •Mrs R. H. Rankin. Mr and Mrs H. Rattray, Mrs W. Allen, and others.

WOMAN ! THE UNSOLVED RIDDLE. Eternal woman —still the unsolved riddle —even unto herself —beautiful, mysterious, coquettish, provocativehow wonderfully is she expressed- in the glorious statuary at the Italian Art Galleries,,663 Colombo street, next Reeces'. What wonderful gems are these flawless specimens of the sculptor's art,. living work of foremost Italian sculptors. Under the magic touch of masters, cold white .marble has taken on the warmth, . the" very hues, almost, of life. Every plastic curve of form and flesh has been reproduced as if Nature, not man, were the artist. A*nd then there are wonderful examples of tinted marble sculpture, magnificent marble lamps, .urns, and vases, ornaments, toilet boxes, agata bowls, wine cups, busts, and statuettes all in classic marble, at a range of prices which will suit even the most modest of purses, all' so gloriously suitable for the home,, for gift making. "Our mission," said the director, Dr. Alberoine, "is to teach that the place of niodern sculpture is where it may be lived with, where it ■N-ill stand as a constant inspiration of beauty in the familiar life—you see? And so wo go on little- by little. Wo have many friends already, and in many homes in New Zealand you will find examples of this beautiful art of our country-" —G