WOMEN'S CORNER

Press, Volume LXIII, Issue 18911, 28 January 1927, Page 2

WOMEN'S CORNER

The Lady Editor will be pleased to receive for publication in the "Women's Corner" items of social or personal news. Such 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.

Mrs Percy Burbury, "Sherwood," Waiau, who has been in Christchurch for a few days, returned to her home yesterday. Miss Selby (Sumner) is spending a holiday at Arthur's Pass and Otira. Mrs H. G. Purchas, and Miss E. M. Purchas, have returned to Christchurch, after a holiday spent at Portage and at Kaikoura. Miss Marjorie Wait (Riccarton) left yesterday on a visit to Mrs Burbury, "Sherwood," Waiau. Miss Alma Flower, Kaikoura, is at present the guest of Miss Dorothy Sharp, Manchester street north.

Mr and Mrs E. J. Chennells, "Medbury," Fendalton, are spending the week-end at Kaikoura.

Mrs H. Jackson, of Berkley, Waimate, who has been visiting Mrs J. Rogers, Spreydon, returned home yesterday. Mr and Mrs A. Roberts, Paparoa street, Papanui, and Mr and Mrs J. H. Hill, Papanui road, have returned from a tour of the West Coast.

Miss K. Westenra (Dunsandel) is visiting Arthur's Pass and Otira. The Misses J. and S. Newton (Ashburton) are spending a holiday at Arthur's Pass. Mr and Mrs Littlewood and four children (Leeston), Mrs J. Reid (Darfield), Mrs Bushell and child (Darfield), Mr Hurley (Christchureh), Miss Giles (Christchurch), Mrs Knowles and 2 children (Oxford), are among the recent arrivals at the New Brighton Cafe, New Brighton. Miss Jessie King is returning to Christchureh on Saturday, after a holiday trip round the South Island. Mrs Walter Bridge, Bishop street, has returned from an extended visit to Auckland.

Mr and Mrs W. B. Hicks were appointed by the Wellington Hospital Board to. the respective positions of master and matron of the Ohiro Home.

Mrs Roger Johnson (Weka Pass) is in Christchurch for a few days. Mrs Peter Johnson (Mt. Torlesse) is the guest of Mrs. J. F. Studholme, Fendalton.

Mrs Sutro (Hastings), who has been staying with Mrs J. H. Watherston (Loburn), is now the guest of Mrs T, F. Gibson, Helmore's road.

Mrs Geoffrey Rich (Cave) is a visitor to Christchurch. Miss Lettie Williams (Dunedin) is visiting Christchurch, and is the guest of Mrs George Helmore, Fendalton. Mrs Chrystall, Colombo street, is going to-day to visit friends in Geraldine.

Mrs Maurice Macfarlane is visiting her father, Mr W. H. Norton, Mansfield avenue.

Mrs.T. D. Kendall and Miss Vivienne Kendall (Bealey avenue), have returned from a holiday at Gore Bay. Miss Norah Hoare is spending a holiday in Wellington. Miss Ryde and. Mrs G. Smith and children, who have been spending an extended holiday in Canterbury, have returned to Whakatane. Mr and Mrs S. H. Thomas and their daughter, who have been the guests of Mrs F. Manttan, Opawa, left on Tuesday for their home in Kandavu, Fiji. Mr and Mrs W. T. Sams have returned to Fendalton road, from South Canterbury, where they have been visiting Mr and Mrs Montie Sams and Mr and Mrs G. W. Scott. Mrs Peter Clinton and the Misses Margaret and Patricia Clinton," Avondale," are spending a short holiday with Mrs P. J. Daley, The Downs, Tycho, South Canterbury. Mrs J. D. Todd., of Timaru, accompanied by her son and daughters, has returned to Christchurch after an extended motor tour of the West Coast, and are spending a few days in the City, staying at the Federal Hotel. The Wellington Hospital Board has appointed Mr W. J. Jordan to the position of social welfare officer. The executive and lady workers of S George's Hospital are arranging for a public welcome to the two Sisters of the English Order of the S. Elizabeth, at College House on Thursday afternoon next at 2.30. The Sisters are arriving in Auckland by the R.M.S. Niagara on Monday, and should be in Christchurch on Wednesday morning. Guests at the Hotel Federal include the following: Mr H. Aokins (Wellington), Mr B. Pemberton, Miss Buxton (Ashburton), Mr M. Leadbettor (Wellington), Mr Jack Fyfe (Oamaru), Mr E. Hetherington (Timaru), Mr Glennie (Blenheim), Mrs C. Gunn (Greymouth), Miss Strongman (Blenheim), Mr Gladstone Hill (Hamilton), Mr G. Prebble, Miss Meyrick (Albany), Miss McKiver (Invercargill), Mr R. Lukey (Waikari), Mr and Mrs Dalglish (Le Bon's Bay). A jumble sale will be held at the Hibernian Hall, Barbadoes street, next Tuesday afternoon, in aid of the Lewisham garden fete fund.

In Hereford street this morning a sale of home-made cakes, sweets, and fancy goods will be held, under Jewish auspices.

"Really, I couldn't keep house without it," was the remark passed by a Christchurch lady the other day. "What is that?" queried her friend. "Why, Verbena Soap, of course," was the quick reply. "It is such a boon to me, especially on wash-days, for it is so gentle on the clothes, even the most delicate garments can be washed with safety." —6

Select Footwear For Festive Occasions Just arrived, smart lines for evening wear in coloured Tinsel Brocades, also in Silver, Gold, and Black Satins. Inspection invited. H. Pannell and Co.. 105 Manchester street. 'Phone 694. -P7091.

New season goods at "Minerva" Salon include a wide range of exclusive models in dainty Summer Frocks and charming evening gowns—out sizes a specialty. Call or ring 'phone 3480 and discuss your new frock with us. Cashel street (over Jones, Mc-Crostie). F4870

Mr and Mrs R. P. Bainbridge (Catskill, U.S.A.), Mr and Mrs H. Hart and the Misses S. and Z. Hart (Dunedin), and Mr and Mrs W. Williams (St. Clair) are at the United Service Hotel.

Mr and Mrs J. A. Cooke (Dunedin), and Mr and Mrs Charles James (Philadelphia) are at Warner's Hotel.

Miss Gladys Morgan, of Wellington, is at present visiting her aunts, the Misses Manifold, of Christchureh. Miss Eileen Elza Harper, winner of the 3LO Melbourne beautiful girl competition, and her chaperon, left Melbourne on Wednesday by the Moeraki on her way to New Zealand. She will arrive at Bluff on January 30th, and will tour the Dominion under the care of the Tourist Department.

The engagement is announced of Kathleen, daughter of Mr and Mrs Wyvern Wilson, of Hamilton, formerly of Christchurch, to Dr. Reynold H. Boyd, of Hamilton. At the Polo Ground, Hagley Park, yesterday, the Polo tournament was commenced in glorious sunshine. The games were interesting, and at times quite exciting to watch, and were enjoyed by a goodly number of spectators. Amongst the ladies present were:—The Honourable Mrs Tahu Rhodes, who was hostess, Mrs J. F. Studholme, Mrs G. F. Hutton, Mrs Vernon, Mrs R. Johnson, Mrs Geoffry Rich, Mrs Roger Gould, Mrs P. Johnson, Mrs Derrick Gould, Mrs J. G. Macdonald and Miss Betty Macdonald, Mrs J. P. Andrews, Mrs C. Macfarlane, Mrs A. K. Firth, Mrs Turnbull. Mrs Gordon Cou!l, Misses 0 McIlraith, N. Marsh, Aroha Clifford, M. and G. Anderson, Molly Stevenson.

OBITUARY. MRS H. W. ROBINSON. There are many in Christchureh, and indeed, throughout New Zealand, who will hear with, deep regret of the death, which occurred at Invercargill on Wednesday, of Mrs Robinson, widow of the late Judge H. W. Robinson, of Nelson. The second daughter of the late Archdeacon Mathias, she came as a little girl, with her parents, from England, arriving in Canterbury the year after the First Four Ships. Her early life was spent in Christchurch, and after her marriage she lived in various places, including Oamaru, Wellington, Masterton, and Nelson. After the death of her husband she went to Invercargill, where she lived for the later years of her long life. Mrs Robinson was a woman possessed of unusual intelligence, an excellent memory, and a ready wit, and her anecdotes of the eary days were always most interesting. Her intellect remained unimpaired till the last, and she took the keenest interest in every modern movement, and kept herself thoroughly abreast of the times. Less than two months ago, despite her advanced years, she journeyed from Invercargill to be present at the reunion of the Canterbury Pilgrims, and there renewed many friendships of earlier days. She leaves a daughter, Mrs J. G. Macdonald, of Invercargill, a son, Mr Bert Robinson, of Te Kuiti, besides many other relatives, and hosts of friends, who will ever hold in affectionate memory a woman.whose kindness, cheerfulness, and whimsical humour endeared her to all who had the privilege of her friendship.

WEDDINGS. BARWELL—EMMERSON. The Clarence road Methodist Church, Riccarton, artistically decorated with a profusion of Christmas lilies, gladioli, pink and mauve sweet peas, was the scene of a wedding, when Beatrice Agnes, only daughter of Mr and Mrs T. Emmerson, of Riccarton, was married to Arthur Edward, eldest son of Mr and Mrs E. Barwell, Oxford terrace, Christchurch. The Rev. W. Baumber was the officiating clergyman, and Miss Jean Bates presided at the organ. The bride, who was given away by her father, wore a gown of pale pink marocain relieved with silver, the skirt being slightly flared and finished with a big bow. From the left shoulder fell a spray of orange blossom, and her heavily embroidered tulle veil was arranged from a wreath of silver leaves and Victorian posies of orange blossom. She carried a choice bouquet of white and pink flowers. The maid in attendance was Miss Dorothy Collings, of Auckland, who wore a frock of mauve souple satin made on simple lines and heavily gathered below the waist line, and a black georgette hat finished with mauve flowers. She carried a beautiful bouquet of mauve and pink flowers. Miss Nancy Scobie was a dainty little flower-girl in her frock of maize silk and crepe de chine. She carried a basket of maize roses and rose leaves, which were strewn in front of the bridal pair. The bridegroom was attended by the bride's brother, Mr D. H. Emmerson, of Ohakune, as best man. A reception was held later at the Clarence road Town Hall where the guests were received by Mrs T. Emmerson and Mrs E. Barwell. The bride's mother wore an effective frock of navy brocaded crepe de chine relieved with grey, and a grey hat trimmed with blue. She carried a bouquet of red roses and maiden-hair fern. Mrs Barwell, mother of the bridegroom, wore an ensemble suit of Foxglove gaberdine with hat to tone, and carried a bouquet of the same shade.

When the bride left for her honeymoon trip she wore an attractive frock of oyster grey, under a smart navy repp tailored coat, and a becoming hat of mauve crinoline straw with velvet ribbon and a posy of flowers on the brim.

LYELL—HARDY. The wedding was celebrated on Wednesday evening last, at St. Mary's ProCathedral, Parnell, of Miss Sybil Constance Hardy, second daughter of Mr and Mrs A. Edgar Hardy, St. Stephen's avenue, Parnell, and late of Christchurch, to Mr Arthur Heseltine Lyell, Wellington, second son of Mr and Mrs Lyell, Park road, Auckland. The bride, who was given away by her father, wore cream charmeuse, trimmed with silver lace, and a long train lined with shell pink crepe de chine. An embroidered tulle veil was caught with a wreath of orange blossoms, and she carried a sheaf of lilies. Miss Averill Hardy, sister of the bride, and Miss Beach Hardie Neil, acted as bridesmaids, and wore frocks of cyclamen pink taffeta, trimmed with silver lace. Their caps were of silver, trimmed with cyclamen and caught at the side with a large bow. They carried Victorian posies of pink flowers, with maidenhair fern, finished with pink and silver streamers. The Misses Norma Christianson, niece of the bride, and Patricia Saunders, cousin of the bridegroom, acted as trainbearers, and wore delphinium blue taffeta, trimmed with pink and silver. They wore small caps of silver leaves and tulle and carried tiny posies of delphinium blue, finished with tulle. The bridegroom was attended.by Mr Huou Bouisson, as best man, with Mr Cyril Johnstone, as groomsman. The church was decorated by friends of the bride. The reception was held in St. Mary's Hall, which was gaily decorated, and was followed by an enjoyable dance.