WOMEN'S CORNER

Press, Volume LXI, Issue 18549, 26 November 1925, Page 2

WOMEN'S CORNER

The Lady Editor will be pleased to receive for publication m the "Women's Corner" items of social • or personal news. Such items sbonld be fully authenticated, and engagement notices most bear the signatures of both parties. Correspondence is invited on any matters affecting, or of interest to, women. Mr and Mrs Alfred Wells (Dunedin) au dMiss R. M. Black (Nelson) are amongst recent arrivals at the Royal Hotel. Lady Clifford and her sister, Miss Dennis, left yesterday for a short visit to Tiniaru. Mrs Mnit-land Rich and Mr and Mrs •Tohn Montgomery are leaving to-day for a few days' visit to Dunedin. Captain P. K. Campbell and Mrs Campbeli arrived from England by the Makura. and are at present staying with Captain Campbell's sister, Mrs Louis Campbell, 42 Park terrace. Mr and Mrs J. C. X. Grigg (Longbeach) and Mrs Lancelot Lane, who are returning to New Zealand by the Remuera, are expected in Christchurch on Tuesday morning. Sir and Mrs "Winter Hall and son (Los Angeles) are arriving in Christchurch this morning, and will be the guests of Mrs George Hall, "Te Kiteroa," Cashmere Hills. Miss Macdonald (Timara) is visiting her cousin, Miss Mary Macdonald, "Hamfcleden," Bealey avenue. Mrs Richardson, wife of SurgeonCommander Richardson, of H.M.S. Dunedin, which is arriving in Christchurch at the end of the week, passed through Christchurch yesterday on her way to Auckland. Sir Charles and Lady Campbell and Mr and Mrs W. O. Campbell, who, are returning to New Zealand by the Remuera, arc expected in Christchurch early next week. Mr and Mrs Giiy Cotterill [have returned from a visit to the North Island. The Rev. A. Moncur Niblock and Mrs Niblock (Stanley Bay, Auckland), have arrived in Christchurch from the south, and are spending a few days with Mr and Mrs Geo. Cooper, Fitzgerald avenue. Miss Barbara Bopd, who has been at Hanmer Springs, is at present the guest of Mrs R. G. Petre (Merivale). The Hon. Edward Newman and Mrs Newman are staying for a few days at the United Service Hotel. Miss Nellie M. Scanlan (Wellington) and Mr and Mrs R. Hubbard (Greenpark) are at Warner's Hotel. Mr and Mrs j/Collins (Dunedin) are ■at the Clarendon Hotel. Among the guests at the United Service Hotel are Mrs M. E'. Monteit.h. Naher (Sydney)-, Mr and Mrs E. Newman (Rangitikei), and Mr and Mrs T. H. Young (Wellington). I Mr and Mrs Iverach are guests at "Kenilwortli."

Mrs A. McKillop left yesterday for a short holiday visit to Dunedin. Thp members- of the Canterbury Women's Club are tendering a complimentary gathering on Wednesday afternoon to Mrs H. Holland, -president of the club.

The Merivale Parish-Fete is to be held '■ on 'Saturday in the beautiful grounds of''Mr W. Irving Carney's residence, kiridly 'lent for the v occasion. Besides the. many, attractively stocked stalls, and' entertaining side-shows, a tennis tournament will be held on Mr Carney's tenuis court and on those of the adjoining properties of Mr F. W. Hobbs and Mr Peter Wood.. To-night, at the Theatre Royal, Miss Stella Murray, the gifted contralto, of whom Christchurch. people are so justly proud, will give a farewell concert, prior to lier early departure for London. The booking at The Bristol has been remarkably; brisk, the prices charged being the same as at Miss Murray's earlier concert. No extra charge is being made for day sales, which open to-day. . In view of the approaching early departure of Madame Menere, the Furrier, from Christchurch, she will for a brief while hold a sacrifice sale of her Furs at 127 Cashel street (upstairs), opposite Beath's. Discounts of 50 per cent, are announced. M 7078 CARE OF THE HAIR. You can. keep your hair beautiful apd fluffy and glossy by cheerfully shampooing it two or three, times a month with pure Ivory Soap ana soft water, and by gaily brushing it thoroughly every day with a clean brush, to give it the glorious sheen that every woman wants. " — 6 PINEAPPLE FOR CHILDREN. Fruit every day for growing children" isn't always as easy as it sounds. How fortunate that one of Nature's most healthful fruits —luscious, sunripened Gold Reef and Sakabula Pineapple —should at the same time bo a fruit that everyone likes! Order from your grocer —either in slices, chunks, or grated. ' 2 CARE OF SKIN.

. A skin lacking in freshness and delicacy is really nothing to be concerned about when the owner can drop in at the Egyptus 'Rooms, 769 Colombo street, for' the skilled facial massage from Miss Cecile Kennedy, that brings out hidden loveliness. —6 It is stated that these are the last few days to secure quality hair brushes at greatly reduced prices at E. Cameron Smith's, Royal Exchange Buildings, Cathedral square. The rush on these brushes has been enormous, many people buying them for Christmas gifts. They are well worth inspection, and the low prices asked will 'startle you. —6 FIT ANY WOMAN, The wide elastic tops of "Dependon" Mercerised Lisle Hose enable them to fit any woman. And then "Dependon" Stockings are noted for their fashionable appearance and their wonderful wearing qualities—stockings you can depend on. Shops which sell "Bear Brand" Silk Hose sell "Dependon" m j all the latest shades. Mc 7061-3 SOFT WHITE HANDS. Pure ingredients is the reason why i Verbena Soap does not roughen your i hands. Another reason is that it is I markedly lacking in "free and dissociated alkali." In fact you will have soft white hands after washing clothes with Verbena. —6 White Canvas Half-price Shoes. — Ladies' best white canvas lace Shoes, were 13s 6d now 6s 9d; Courts, were 10s 6d now 5s 6d, were 15s now 7s Gd; Brogue 2-bar, were 18s 6d now 9c 3d; White Buck Oxfords, were 35s now l 7 s 6d, were 30s now 15s; White Buck Shoes, low heels, 10s, at Pannells', 105 Manchester street, —6

Saturdav will bo a red-letter day for the children of Upper Riecarton, who arc looking forward eagerly to, taking part in the procession at St. Pet ® r . s garden fete, which is to be held in the beautiful grounds of St. 1 eter s Vicarage. The garden party, the proceeds of which will be devoted to the Church Completion Fund, will be formally opened by Mrs Rplleston. The official opening of the Opawa Baptist Young People's Society's tennis court was held in bcoutiful weather. The Kev. L. C. It. Barbour, president of the Society, in declaring the court open for play, made reference to the excellent work done by the members in the past. Afternoon tea was served, and a very enjoyable time was spent by all present. The following menilwrs of a First Aid Class, who have received instruction m first aid to the injured', under the auspices of the St. John Ambulance Association, have l>een sucress£lil in passing the examination and have qualified for the certificate of the Association Mrs B. E. Stoddn.it, Misses I. 11. Askew. E. M. Biggs, E. M. Chapman, IX M. 'MoGillieuddy, C. M. Gillies, M. J. Goad, 11. O. Lie-ins, M. Roughley, R. V. Ruffell, L. Sawyer. I>. K. Sprott, L. M. Sorott, H. M. Steel, A. L. Temple, and J. Bryan.

MISS IRIS MONTGOMERY AND PUPILS. To prepare pi l nils for a 'lnure recital and to arrange an interesting and attractive programme is no mean undertaking, but when, in. addition to her other duties, the teacher herself contributes largely to the evening's entertainment, the achievement calls for more than passing praise. Such was cordially accorded to Miss Iris Montgomery by the large audience in the Caledonian Hall last night. Miss Montgomery appeared in six distinct and vastly different roles, but in whatever part she appeared'—whether as an intriguing Hawaiian maid, a cheery gipsy lad, an a.udaeious' harlequin, or charming dweller in a Persian garden — she won admiration and unstinted applause.

Her frocks were delightful. For her first appearance—in a pas seul —she wore a white ballet frock with satin bodice and crisp white tulle skirts brightened with a posy of cyclamen flowers at the waist. As the central figure in "Honolulu Blues" she wore a. colourful native dress, with shimmering gold corsage, scarlet raffia skirt and scarlet flowers in her hair. Very becoming was her frock of crocus mauve tulle with bodice of crocus and gold brocade, in which she danced "Variation." When she appeared, an arresting figure, in the Persian garden scene, she wore an elaborate silver head-dress from which fell a patterned mist-grey veil over a suit of silver tissue. As the curtain fell the audience got a last glimpse of her as pj laughing.harlequin, laden with bouquets and boxes of chocolates.

Miss Irene Stone, on whom devolved much responsibility, won laurels for herself and her teacher, and her frocks added much to the effect of her meritorious performance. Very, effective was her dress of red and white tulle and a frock of super-imposed layers of rainbow-coloured tulle suited her beautifully. The dressing throughout the programme was excellent, particularly charming being that of the girls in "Willow Pattern Land" and "Titina."

ST. JOHN AMBULANCE. The annual meeting of the Selwyn Nursing Division of the St. John Ambulance Brigade was held in the Brigade rooms on Tuesday night, Dr. Hazel Allison, Divisional Surgeon, presiding. The annual report and balance-sheet were read and adopted. The report niiade reference to- the resignation of Dr. P. J. Bprrie, who has been appointed Corps Superintendent. An appreciation of his services during nearly 14 years was recorded in the minutes. The report also stated that the Division had been exceptionally successful in competitions during the year, having, won in sub-district competitions the Nursing Division Challenge Cup, and in the district competitions in Timaru the "Wells Shield, the District First Aid Challenge Cup, and the Dis'trict Stick. This is the first occasion 1 on which the Wells Shield has come to Christchurch. During the year members had in turn done public duty at the hockey fields in fliagley Park, and at the Koyal Show. They had also demonstrated for a first aid' class and a home nursing class at. Brigade rooms, and for a first aid class at the Girls' High School. A suggested syllabus for .1926 was put before members for their approval. A vote of thanks was passed to the doctors and others who had lectured or demonstrated to the Division during the year. At the ordinary meeting which preceded the annual meeting, members stood for a few moments in silence as a mark of respect for the late Queen Alexandra. Ordinary routine business was then transacted. A STAGE SURPRISE. Few people who have seen "Uncle Hiram's Here," at the "Q" Theatre, London, says the "Westminster Gazette," know that Pamela Dartrey, who takes tho leading part of Lady Rosemary Tauton, is Patricia Blackwood, daughter of tho second Marquess of Dufferin. ■ Lady Patricia began her stage career a year and a half ago in Melbourne, with the producers, Messrs J. C,-Wil-liamson, Ltd. She was then tho guest of Lord and Lady Porsfcer at Federal Government House, and an offer to go on the stage was made t>o her by Sir George Tallis, manager for Messrs "Williamson, who was impressed by her « charm and beauty.

Her .first appearance was in "The Cabaret Girl," under a six months' contract. Afterwards slje toured Australia with Lady. . Forbes-Robinson's company, taking the part of the Governess, in "Madame," then a small part in "Smiling Through." On coming to England sho appeared in Barrie's "Kiss for Cinderella," playing the part of the probationer. Lady Patricia makes no secret of the reason why she went on the stage. "I should say it was for very much the same reason," she said, "as anybody else does—to try to make some money." . ■ Cbristchurch friends will hear with great pleasure of Lady Patricia's success. A most attractive girl, pretty, vivacious, and natural, she . was .very popular in Canterbury, where she stayed for many months with her cousin, the Hon. Mrs Tahu Rhodes, "Meadowbank."

WEDDINGS. CARRICK-FARRELL. At St. Barnabas Church, Femlalton, yesterday afternoon the Rev. H. S. Leach solemnised the marriage of Dora, younger daughter of the late Mr l«. Farrell and of Mrs Farrell (Hewitt's road) and James, elder son of Mr and Aire R. Carrick (Cashmere Hills). The bride, who «as escorted to the church by her brother, .Mr Guy Farrell. who' subsequently gave her away, v.ore a hridal gown of ivory figured lrrarocain, cut on simple lines, and made with long, tight-fitting sleeves. The skirt opened at one side, revealing a panel of cream lace. A spray oforango blossom was placed on one shoulder and at one side of the waist line. A filmy tulle veil, bordered with a white hem of lace corresponding with that on the frock, fell in long giaceful-folds to tho hem of the gown and ivs.s held by a wreath of orange blossoms with a* cluster of orange blossom "buds at each side. She carried a sheaf of arum lilies. Misses Blanche "Walker and Mollie Hamann attended the bride, "both wearing frocks of pale blush pink figured crepe de chine made with a long pointed tunic bodice and a flared skirt, with narrow shirring across the waist line. ' The shoulders were shirred in the same way, giving a slight fulness to the sleeveless bodice, while a posy of deep pink flowers wrs placed on onet hip. Their lints of black georgette with wide wired lace brims were trimmed with roses at one side, and a scarf Arranged from one side was worn round the throat and finished with a large l pink rose. They carried bouquets of sink rnses and 6weet peas. Mr Frank Farrell attended the bridecroom as best man, and Mr Arnold Tait was groomsman. • A reception was held at the home of the bride's mother, where fralms, maples, p.nd arum lilies made effective decorations in tho lfrge marquee erected on the lawn in the front of the house. The bride's mother received her Ernests .wearing a smartly-tailored black silk rep costume and a black hat with trimming of black lace across the back. She carried a bouquet of gold roses. Mrs Carrick, mother of the bridegroom, handsome frock of navy brocaded marocnin, small white hat with pink rose trimming, and carried a bouquet of pink roses. Mrs T. H. Lukes, sister, of the bride, navy brocaded crepe de chine frock, with an inset panel of silvergrey pleaterl georgette, navy hat with ; short ostrich plumes at one side. Bouquet of red roses. Mrs Guy Farrell, distinctive frock of black georgette, mounted on black satin, black satin hat with trimmings of com flower-blue and flame flowers. Bouquet of gold shaded roses. Mrs Martin, aunt of the bridegroom, attractive suit of brown and blue bouclette, smart brown hat with touches of blue. The bride's travelling frock was of navy-blue crepe de ohine, the narrow front panel md pockets being formed 1 of Paisley silk: a navy hat with fuchsia, leaves across the front, and a. grey fox fur. She carried a smartly-tailored coat of grey gabardine.

JOE—THOMSON. St. Andrew's ChuroH,i festively decorated -with lilies and svringa, was th© scene of a ' pretty evening wedding, when Ann Evelyn, eldest daughter of Mr and Mrs T. Thomson, of Riccart'on, was married to Uobert George, youngest son "of the late Mr J. Joe, of Geraldine, and Mrs Joe, of Addingtori, Mr R. E Lake was organist. The bride's charming frock was of lyoiy georgette, its _ straight-hanging lines being relieved with a front panel, and godets of guipure lace. The train was of the same fi,lmy texture, lightly pin-tucked and finished, with a wide border of the lace. A coronet of silver lace edgt'd with tiny orange blossoms v.* as worn as a becoming adjunct to her veil, which was embroidered in silver, and she carried a bouquet in which wihite Ikvwiefrs were mingled with touches of pink. Mr Thomson gave awav his daughter, and she was attended by two bridesmaids, Miss Nellie Thomson, her sister, and Miss Elsie Thornton. Their becoming frocks -were made alike, of pale mauve georgette, with front and-back panels of silver lace, bordered with tiny tucks.. On their hair were bandeaux of silver leaves, and they carried bouquets of mauve and pink flowers in shades to harmonise with their frocks.

Mr W, Wilson, of Palmerston North, acted as best man. and Mr Stanley Ihomson, the brother, as groomsman, while the bridal group was completed by a dainty little flower-girl and a page, Jean Austin, niece of the bride, and Trevor Howarth, the bridegroom's nephew. The former was in a frilled frock of ivory georgette, with a large mauve bow on her hair, and mauve flowers filled the small basket which she carried. The small page wore a-suit of ivory satin. Mrs Thomson woro a smart frock of black satin, with panels of gold lace and a black hat, trimmed with ospre\s. Cream and pale,gold roses composed her bouquet. Mrs J. Joe wore an attractive costume of black silk marocain and a black hat. Her bouquet was of golden rose'. The guests were later entertained at the Selwyn street Hall, where streamers in mauve shades and mauve flowers made effective decorations. Miss Sherwood's Orchestra supplied dance music during the evening. When the bride and bridegroom left on their honeymoon, the. former was wearing an ensemble suit of iesedagreen marocain and a small brown hat. She carried a handsome brown fur. AVERILL —ItOBERTON. (SPECIAL TO '"THE TRESS,.") AUCKLAND, November 25. A wedding of considerable interest was solemnised at St. Mark's Church, Kemuera, when Br. Isabel Mary Wilkie Roberton. daughter of Mr and Mrs Ernest Iloberton, "Cotelc," Eemucta road, was married to Dr. Leslie Cecil Lloyd Averill, of Christchurch, second son of Archbishop and Mrs Averill, Bishopscourt, Parnell. The ceremony was performed by Archbishop Averili, assisted by,the Eev. G. G. Cruiekshank and the Bcv. W. Averill, of Cambridge, brother of the bridegroom.. The church was beautifully decorated with mauve and .pale pinlc and white flowers. The church rails were outlined with gar-, lands of flowers and greenery, and tail foxgloves and clusters of bamboo were massed against the pillars of the church. From the chancel'* a wedding bell of white and pink roses was suspended, and at the ends of the pews | white roses were tied with white satin ribbons.

The bride, -who entered the church on the arm of her father, wore a lovely gown of white georgette over white satin.. A deep tunic, which was attached to a skirt flounced with exquisite silk broderie lace, was finished with, silk flowers with points of diamente, and at the neck with a spray of silk and diamente flowers. The wedding veil of tulle was caught round the head with bands of diamente, and over the ears sprays of fragrant orange blossom were deftly arranged. A lovely bouquet of white lilies and pink carnations was carried. The bridesmaids—Miss "Winifred Averill and Miss Riith Robertou—wore charming frocks of lilac shaded crepe de. chine, showing long, narrow vests of georgette. Sprays of-pink and blue flowers were painted on the crepe •de chine, forming narrow panels which made an effective trimming. Their hats were of lilas straw, wide-brimmed,

and finished at the side with a cluster of pink roses. ' The best man was Mr Selwvn Averill. and the groomsman Mr Strachan Harris. After the ceremony a reception was held at "Cotele," the residence of the bride's parents. ' VICTORIA LEAGUE. (PBESS ASSOCIATION TZLZQBAICO DUNEDIN, November 20. The Victoria League Conference was concluded at Dunedin to-day. It was decided that the next conference should be held in Christchurch. A small committee was set up to consider the question of holding the conference annually instead pf biennially. . On the motion of Mrs Tripp it was decided that the present system of nominating emigrants be revised in favour of the following:—"That if satisfactory particulars of situations requiring educated women workers are supplied to the Immigration Officer, Wellington, ho will permit the New Settlers' Committee of the Victoria League to cable open nominations at week-end rates, the girls to be selected by the Society for the Overseas Settlement of. British "Women and approved of at the High Commissioner's Office, this, being deemed sufficient to secure assisted passages to Now Zealand." Afr Thomson, Under-Secretary for Immigration, assured the league that the Department would assist it in every way and suggested the group system of nominations. SUNBEAM KINDERGARTEN. Over sixty children, ranging from three to five, assembled to celebrate the fourteenth birthday of the Sunbeam Kindergarten. Each carried a ciiiv muslin bag containing its birthdav contribution. The children gave a short programme, which the large number of mothers and friends found; most interesting. Tea was then, served, the tables- bearing many delicacies* befitting the- occasion, including three birthday cakes on which burned candles to,the number,.of 14, telling the age of'the Sunbeam. A birthday chair presented bv Mrs Dangerfield caused much in-te-Misß Hull gave a short address on kindergarten work, after which • Mrs Evans welcomed all present and thanked them 'for their-generous • contributions, the sum received -being £l2. . Afternoon tea was provided for the adults, who also enjoyed the birthday cakes.