WOMEN'S CORNER

Press, Volume LXIV, Issue 19256, 10 March 1928, Page 2

WOMEN'S CORNER

The Lady Editor will he pleased to receive for publication in the "Women's Corner" Items of soda) or personal news. Such ltem3 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 W. A. Day is going to-day to Rakaia Huts for a short holiday.

Mrs Janet Smith, who has been visiting her daughter, Mrs Alister McKillop, leaves on Monday for x\.uckland.

Mrs Vincent Ward (Heretaunga) is arriving in Christchurch to-day to visit her mother, Mrs R. G. Petre.

Dr. Williams and Dr. Joan Williams (Seacliff, Dunedin) are the guests ol Dr. and Mrs A. McKillop.

Mrs Hubert O'Bcirne is arriving from Nelson to-day, to visit her mother, Mrs Frank Petre (Rossall street). Mrs C. S. Neville (Hokitika) is visiting Christchurch, and is the guest of Mrs A. L. Tucker, Salisbury street. Miss Gwen Hislop (Dunedin) is arriving in Christchurch on Monday, and will be the guest of Miss Dorothy Day, Gloucester street. Miss Betty Petre, who has been on an extended"visit to the North Island, is returning home this morning. Mrs W. T. Lester, of "Teynhani," Winchester street, Lyttelton, leaves on Saturday for Timaru to visit her daughter, Mrs M. (Collin) Wearne.

Miss Nellie Hanrahan is spending a few weeks with Miss Power, Fernsidu. Mrs J. Ruage, of Te Awa, The Terrace, Wellington, is staying with Mrs R. Downs, of Ohoka, for a few weeks. Mrs J. Fitzgibbon (Waverley) is the guest of her sister, Mrs J. Joyce, "Kilkuriff,"- North Loburn.

The engagement is announced of Olive, only daughter 'of Mr and Mrs Barnett, to Gordon, elder son of Mr and Mrs Jackson, both of New Brighton.

Dr. and Mrs P. F. McEvedy and family, of Wellington, are leaving by the Argyllshire on April Ist for England.

Mrs W. A. Caldwell (Tolaga Bay) hav* returned to the north. She was accompanied by her sister, Mrs F. W. Hobbs.

Miss M. Itaistrick has returned to Christchurch after a • holiday visit, to Mrs L. Erickson, of Purau. ; Mr«and Mrs C. Salt (Pigeon Bay) are staying at the.-Royal Hotel. Miss O. Clark, accompanied Try Miss R. Watson (Pendarves), left on Friday to visit relatives in Southland.

The • engagement is announced of iAroha, eldest daughter of Mr and Mrs G. Stoddart, "Birchlea," T.Lincoln, to Henry Carmichael, younger son of the late Mr and Mrs Henry . Anderson, "Stratharther," Ladbrooks. v Mr and Mrs J. E. Ramsey (Wellington), Miss, F. Richmond (Nelson), and Mr and. Mrs .G. L. Rutherford are staying at Warner's Hotel.

Latest arrivals at the Hotel Federal include: Mr and Mrs Blakely (Waikari), Mr and Mrs J. Collie-Smith (Wellington), Mr N. Stilling (Jenolan Caves, N.S.W), Miss N. Leach (Auckland), Mrs E. M. Price (Christchurch), Mrs R. M. Wilkinson (Dunedin), Mr James B. Paton (Greymouth), and Mr and Mrs A. B. Simpson (Auckland).

"EVINGTON" BEST HOUSE, CLIFTON, SUMNER. With panorama of ocean and plains, bracing sea breezes and hill air. An ideal situation and climate for convalescents and those in need of quiet rest. Proprietress, Mrs E. M. Gill. Telephone 2526 R. Terms on application. . 1770 DEPARTMENTAL MANAGER'S EXPERIENCE. A > Christchurch departmental manager, on noticing a rapid growth of hair, on a previously bald head of'an assistant, commented on the fact. "Van Ess did it,'.' was the simple reply of the assistant. Next day that manager bought some Van Ess at E. Cameron Smith's, Chemists, Cathedral square. —6

A "CUNNING" CHEF. The delightful "bite" and tang of the Military Tickle are stated to be due largely to the choice Oriental Fruits' employed in its composition, combined with the best vegetables grown. But more than this there is required the master "cunning" of the expert chef, and it is this secret of manufacture thai has made the Military Pickle so popular. Grocers everywhere sell it. —1 END OF DAYLIGHT SAVING. Now that the day is one hour shorter, housewives will find themselves pushed to got through the usual work • in the shortened time, unless they enlist the extra help of Verbena v Soap. Verbena lightens the washing of clothei, dishes, floors, woodwork, etc., «nd makes things ever so clean. Your grocer stocks Verbena. -"

Just to hand a new shipment of real Lizard skin shoes in smart designs, prices ranging from £3 3s upwards. We also make to your requirements. Come and choose your own skins, wear and fit guaranteed. H. Pannell and Co., 105 Manchester street, Christchurch. 'Phone 694. — 6

Sir Charles and Lady Stewart (Pigeon Bav), Miss A. Ellsey (London), and Mrs'A. M. Cameron (Dunedin) have registered av the United Service Hotel.

Mrs J. H. Hall was hostess yesterday afternoon at a delightful tea party at her home in Papanni road, given as a farewell to Mrs A. K. Firth, who with her husband and family are leaving next week for Australia, en route to England. Mrs Homy HaL), of Wellington, who is a daughter of the late Mr J. KLogan, I.Jf.U., and who has been tor many years associated with charitable organisations in Wellington, has been appointed by his Excellency the Gover-nor-General to lili a vacancy on the Advisory Committee to the Board of Governors of the T. G. Macartliy Trust.

Among recent arrivals at Stonehurst Hotel are: Colonel 11. Murray-White (London). Mr and Mrs I'egg (England). .Miss Genge (Cliristeliurch), Mr and Mrs Payne (Wellington), Mrs Meredith (Dunedin), Mr Browne (Tiirin.ni), Mrs M. Muir (Ashburton), Miss Foley (Oamaru), the Misses Deans (3), (Sydney). Mr and Mrs Trender (Dunedin). Miss Davidson (Dunedin'), Mrs Reddington (Dunedin), Mr arid Mrs Parfitt and child (Timaru), Mr Cade (Duncdin\ Miss Perkins (England), Mr and Mrs Donaldson (Perth), and Mr Kene and the Masters Kceric (2) (Sydney).

The president and council of the Canterbury Society of Arts have issued invitations for a conversazione and private view in the Art Gallery next Thursday evening. On Wednesday evening the following artists .issisted Mrs Betty Sneasby at her Rannerdale Home concert: —Misses Cecily Christian. Mavis Ritchie, Eileen Tnvin, Alma Sustins. and Alison Allsop, Messrs Cheetham. Mann, and Flewellyn. The programme consisted of humorous songs and sketches,. vocal, and instrumental items.

At the recent December theory examinations for Trinity College of Music, held in Palmerston North, the following pupils of Montf Neale, A.T.C.L., L.T.C.L., A.L.C.M., L.L.C.M.. and L.A.B, were successful: —Jose Thomson. Mona Ingley, and May Creagh (of Sumner). .The lastmentioned girl, who commenced musie only in August last, has passed four music examinations since then, for 'cello gaining 77 marks, violin 81, pianoforte 77, and theory 99 marks. A very enjoyable kitchen evening was given by Miss- Dorothy Hutchinson, at her home, Merivale Lane, ii, honour of Miss Thyra Miles, who is to be married shortly. Amongst the many present were:—Misses Helma Christian, Nina Perkins, T. Boyer, V. Hutchinson, Mable Jameson, Ray Barrel!. M. Hutchinson, D. Fairweather, R. Wilkinson, C. Jones, Ngaire Brown, Thyra Miles, Dorothy Roberts, N. Buxton, Dorothy Hutchinson, and Joyce Wilkinson.

"What shall I do with my free time?" is a question specially urgent with young people. The resources offered by the V.W.C.A. will be demonstrated at a gathering next Wednesday night to-inaugurate the winter programme. .There will be a short display of home-nursing by members of the Beckenham division and some of Miss E. Thomas's pupils will give a demonstration of rhythmic movements and Greek frieze work.; Mr Mortimer Thatcher will' give an exhibition of the arc of fencing. An enjoyable surprise kitchen evening, arranged by Mrs J. McDougall, was recently held at the home of Miss Cassio Whitley, who is shortly to be married. Among those present were:— Mesdames J. McDougall, C. Whitley, T. R. Taylor, D. Firth,'L. Higgs, and A. Besley, Misses Cassie Whitley, Iris McDougali, Clarice McDousrall, "Nancy Firth, Marian Hookham, Una Johnston. Elsie Thome, Olive Brydon, Joan McKenzie, arid Lettie Sanderson, Messrs J. McDougall. C. Whitley. R. Besley, 0. Tavlor, J. Penlington, T. R. Taylor, L. Besley, A. A. Besley, L. H. McLenaghan, and A. S. Besley.

Mr and Mrs Waddel and Miss Waddel, English tourists, who are at present the guests .of their cousin, Mrs Marshall, Upper Riccarton, have been much impressed by the grandeur of the New Zealand scenery, and the genial hospitality extended to tourists at the various resorts. Leaving Liverpool Mr and Mrs Waddel travelled over the Canadian Pacific Railway, and from Vancouver to Japan: then to Shanghai and Nagasaki and Houg-Kong, attending: the service at the Cenotaph in Hong-Kong on Armistice Day. Mr and Mw.Waddel and daughter travelled through Australia to the Blue Mountains and other spots of interest, fn New Zealand they were charmed with the wonders of Rotorua and the Waitomo Caves in'the north, and with the grandeur of Mount Cook, Queenstown, and the Southern Lakes.

On Saturday evening a surprise party organised by Miss E. Piatt, visited the home of Mr and Mrs Fred Scott, Bristol street, St.. Albans. Games, and dancing passed the evening very pleasantly. Mr E. Drapper carried out the duties of M.C. and was assisted by Mr Eric Elms. Amongst those present were: Mrs Scott, Mr and Mrs Falloon, Misses Edith and Myra Piatt. Chrissie Knowles, Rose Scott, J. Perrott, Edith Pandrey, Joan Wells, Violet Howard, Rosie Weir, Zillah Campbell, T. Wright, P. Blackmore, M. Robertson; Messrs Rae Fleming. Ted Drapper, Eric Elms, R. Marshall, M. Brien, Ray Fleet. Nelson Haxall. Doug. McCormack, Clarrie Day, Bill Brynes, Eddy McConvell, H. Brunsden L. Gray. Recent arrivals at Hotel Ambassadors include:—Mr and Mrs Brisby (Auckland), Mr ¥.. Candy (Auckland), Miss E. Salmon (Wellington), .Miss A. P. Anyon. (Wellington), Miss C. W. Anyoh (Wellington), Mr H. Smith (Dunedin), Mr Appleton (Liverpool, England), Mr and Mrs Barnes (Rangicra), Miss O'Neil (Greymouth), •Mr Harvey (Blackball), Mrs McKissock (Rangiora), Mr E. Clark (Cheviot), Mrs Fleming (Christclmreh), Mr and Mrs Roche (Wellington), Miss Baker (Wellington), Mr Thompson. (AVellington). Mr Austin (Dunedin), Mr Hannay Wellington), Mr Elliott (Auckland), Mr Mayson (Ashburton), Miss Webster (Ashburton). Mr and Mrs Donovan (Wellington). Mr and Mrs Chisholm (Dunedin), Mr and Mrs Dunnit (Timaru), Mr Taylor (Dunedin), Mr Stevenson (Dunedin), Mr Roughan (Timaru), Miss Causick (Timaru), Mr Fleming (Dunedin), Mr Wight (Dunedin), Mr and Mrs Wishart (Wellington), Mr J. Wood (Wellington), Mr„G. Drummond (Masterton), Mr and Mrs F,. Gaskell (Sydney), Master and Miss Wyatt (Sydney). Mr C. Hanlev (Masterton),. Mr P. A. Horno (Masterton), Mr Kane (Dunedin). Mr and Mrs Keyes (Wellington), Mr C. A. Mackersey (Wellington). Mr Fleming (Timaru), Mr J. Meihen (Timaru).