WOMEN'S CORNER

Press, Volume LXIV, Issue 19285, 14 April 1928, Page 2

WOMEN'S CORNER

The Lady Editor will be pleased to receive for publication in the "Women's Corner" Items ol social or personal news. Such itema should be fully authenticated, and engagement notices must bear the signatures of both parties. Correspondence 1b invited on any matters affecting, or of Interest to, women. Miss Coldicutt, of Auckland, is staying with friends at lliccarton. Mr and Mrs Fred Dennehy and their two little boys, who have been visiting Christchurch, are returning to Greymouth to-day. Mr and Mrs Garth Galloway (Dunedin), who have teen spending a few weeks in Christchurch, are returning south to-day. Mrs Evelyn Clark' left for Wellington on Thursday evening to join the Marama for Sydney. Miss Mavis Powell (Waihaorunga) motored to Dunedin on Tuesday and will spend a few weeks with friends. Mr and Mrs G. McCulioch O'Quamby," - Waimate) and Mrs J. Ryan (Te Awamutu) are the guests of Mrs Lawlor (Bishop street). Miss Isobel Duncan has returned to Christchurch after spending Easter with Mrs T. Coleman (Ladbrooks). Miss E. Huston (West Lyttelton) has returned from Dunedin. Miss Betty Graham, of the staff of Mr J. A. Flesher, left on Thursday evening on a visit to England, where she will visit her two sisters. She expects to return at the end of the year. Miss Irene Leggett is on a holiday visifc to Auckland. Lady Armstrong is visiting Mrs J. S, Hutchinson, Merivale lane. Miss M. Bray, of Springston South, and Miss B. Carpenter, of Prebbleton, left by last night's ferry on an extended tour of the North Island. Mrs E. Meadowcroft and Miss Meadowcroft, ' Papanui road, who have been visiting Mrs F, P. Wilson, Wellington, left yesterday by the Marama for Syaney to connect'with the Orama for. London. Misses M. McDonald and L. Steere (Fendaltori) have returned from a visit to .the West . Coast. > Miss Bessie Macdonald's cabaret dancers will appear at Dixieland this evening with Miss Sheelah Chapman as soloist." Mrs, Kitto' and Misses M. and. N. Kitto, have returned to Christchurch from a visit to Hanmer, Springs, Mrs E. G. Kerr (Timaru)i who is staying with Miss Halmai Loughnan for the golf tournament, is returning home to-morrow. . Miss Zeisler (Timaru) is the guest of Mrs Charles Beadel, Merivale lane. The "engagfiihent is ; atinounced of. Mignon, daughter/of Mr -and Sirs Si J. Greetie, Timaru, and granddaughter of ' the late Captain" Tall, R.N!, to Donald "William, only son of Mr D. Fraser and thelatei, Mrs Fraser, Pareora, West. The engagement is announced of Phyllis, eldest daughter of Mr and Mrs J. Taylor, Huntingdon, ..Ashburton, to George H., son* of «Mr and Mrs J. Maxwell, of Peterborough street, Christchurch. IRONING HINTS. Many a new bride has 5 sprinkled her husband's shirt with tears —the first time she tried to iron them. It's a sad job with the wrong starch, but an easy job with' Dove Brand Starch. Dove allows the iron to simply glide over the linen and it gives such a shiny, smooth finish. —1 Mr and Mrs Napier are still conducting "Te Kiteroa," the popular Guest House and Health Resort at Waimate; modern house, with electric light and drainage. Ideal winter climate, beautiful garden, : extensive view. For illustrated descriptive circular containing full particulars, address Mr W. D. Napier, P.O. Box 10, Waimate (telephone 151, Waimate).

Mr and Mrs Story and Mis» M. Story (Wyndham) are guests at the United Service Hotel. Misses 0. Casey and E. Casey, of Gore, are staying at the Clarendon Hotel. An enjoyable surprise party was recently held at the home of Mrs Wakefield, 18 Stewart street, in honour of her 65th birthday. A pleasant time was spent in games and music arid the honoured guest received many beautiful presents. The annual danoe of Stevens ana Sons, Ltd. (motor body builders), will be held in the "Winter Garden on Tuesday, May 22nd. Continuous music will be supplied by Bailey's Jazz Baud and Marston's Orchestra. Admission is by ticket only, and as these are limited they should be obtained immediately. The monthly meeting of ihe Riccarton United Band of Hope was held recently in the Town Hall. Clarence road, Rev. B. James presiding. An instructive address was given by Miss Lovell-Smith and a bright programme was rendered by the children. The Wembley Club's opening dance of the season will be held at St. Mary's Memorial Hall, Manchester street North, on Monday night. Marston's Band will supply the music and Miss Bessie Macdonaid's pupils will dance a ballet. l'ecent arrivals at the Hotel Ambassadors are : —Air and Mrs itobcrtsoii (Balcairn), Mr J. McKay (Ashburton), Mr tiritton (Little Akaloa), Mr and Mrs Scott (Auckland), Mr and Mrs Dewur (Auckland), Mr 13. T. Lewis (Hastings), Miss Davies (Timaru), Mr A. T. Rush, Miss F. 1. McGaw (Timaru), Mr Allan (Timaru), Mr A. Callander Mr and Mrs Fitzsimmons , (Mosgiel), Mr Hodkiss (Wellington), Miss Pledger (Methven), Miss Duff (Methven), Mr F. Ward (Timaru), Mr A. Brown (Oamaru), Mr T. J. Hallin (Auckland), Miss C. Duncan (Wellington), Mr J. Marshall (Wellington), Mr T. Dron (Waikari), Mr F. G. Dunne (Dunedin), Mr A. E. Burdon (Dunedin), Mr Rhyan (Timnru), Miss P. Jefferson (Timaru), Mr. J. Jensen (Dunedin), Mr Holland (Tinwald), Mish McMillan (Ashburton), Mr A. W. Stevens (Westport), Mr Hudson (Dunedin), Mr and Mrs Hopkins (Nelson),' Mr C. Brown (Dunedin), Mr Davidson (Culverden), Mr Harper (Timaru), Mr Booth (Dunedin), Mrs Norris (Dunedin), Miss Brooks (Dunedin), Miss Dryden (Dunedin), Mr J. Moors (Wellington), Mr Alexander (Wellington), Mr J. McDonald (Thames), Mr D. Murrell (Wellington), Mr B. Cameron (Wellington), Mr P. Pollam (Wellington), Mr C. B. Lewis (Dunedin), Mr P. Lewis (Dunedin), Mr and Mrs Doakes (Ashburton), Mr A. Sinclair (Wellington). Mr and Mrs Robson (Dunedin). Mr P. Meekle (Timaru Mr and Mrs Tyler (Dunedin), Mr Areliibold (Auckland), Mr Daw (Wellington),- Mr Sim (Wellington), Mr and Mrs Vinsesn (Wellington), Miss N. McGaw (Timaru). Miss L. McGaw (Timaru), Mr Earlev (Cashmere). Mr and MrS Simnson (Timaru), Mr Kellv flVvtteltori), Mr Preston (London). Mr Owers (DnnsandelV Mr Matlipws (Dunsand el), Mr and Mrs Silcock (Oamaru'), Mr K Herbert (Lw-tonV Mr M. D. M"ikle (Christchnrcb), Mr and Mrs El lory (Greyrnout.b'). Mr swd Mrs Hnlk»t<fc (Timam\ M v and Mr« Sprostin (Chr' o+ cl"ircl)). M" and M ,- s C™lin (Wellingtbri), Mrs and Miss M, Gn'n-11, Harvc CLiltl' 5 tjMr and Mrs Pliilpott, Mrs-Smith (Wellington). Mr Marl-s (DunediiiV Mis* Kino; (H'lkiHlcpV Mt Loii<*T>lin I>ri'lo , p'i i ]\r r L. Hone rWoll'ngtoiO. Mian'l Mrs Gauden (Auckl"™'!), and Mr and Mrs Beatson (Dunedin).

~- SPLENDID RECONSTRUCTIVE ■-■'■ v;,-' TONIC. _■ Malted Hypophosphites, it is stated, is the ideal tonic for restoring vitality and banishing "nerves." ' A run-down system quickly 'responds to this tonic, rich ' ii -Halt arid Iron, and to those just recovering from the 'Flu or more serious illness Malted Hypophosphites is invaluable. Obtainable from E. Cameron ''Smith, Chemist, Cathedral square. , —6 TALK TO N YOUNG HUSBANDS. •''Eemember, young Husband, what you are asking your bride to do—. leave a clean office, and tie herself to a wash tub and a kitchen sink. Such a change and such a sacrifice she makes for you. It's up to you to see that she has the extra help of Sno-Wite Washing Powder, the perfect • cleanser, which makes washing twice as easy.—l Pannell and Co., 105 Manchester street; 'Phone 694. Latest arrivala in Ladies' Smart Evening Shoes, coloured sequins in Gold, Silver, Green, Mauve, and Opal; Gold Kid with hand-painted floral designs, Black Satin with jewelled heels; Coloured Brocades also "in Silver and Gold, Blonde Satins. We invite inspection. P7214

PHILLIPSTOWN KINDERGARTEN. The usual monthly meeting of the Ladies' Committee of the Phillipstown Free Kindergarten was held on Tuesday, ■when there were present, Mrs Griffiths in the chair, Mesdames Empson, Williams, Dunbier, Stewart, Leaver, Woodham, and Miss Thomas. Apologies were received from Mesdames Sullivan, Wyatt, Yates, and Richards. Miss Suckling reported a good attendance of the children in spite 01 much sickness in the district. The roll number was 76, highest attendance 68, lowest attendance 46, average 61.3. The subscriptions this month amounted to £4 7s 5Jd. The teachers were grateful to Mrs Emp'son for gifts of.clothes, etc., and for buns supplied by a local baker. The visitors to the school this month were Mesdames Griffiths and Sullivan, also Mrs Empson and Mrs Williams, who brought biscuits and grapes for the children. The harvest festival, which took the form of an open morning, was held on March 20th. when there was a large attendance of mothers and members of the committee. Airs Welton took charge of the produce stall, which realised the sum of £33 5s 6d. An evening social will be held at the school this month. PALAIS ROYAL CABARET. A surprise, jazz dance will be . held to-night at the -Palais Royal Cabaret (corner Casliej street and Linwood avenue). Teddy Jones's Palais Royal Orchestra will supply the latest dance numbers. Mr Les. Stewart (baritone) will sing a. number of popular songs, and will.be accompanied by the orchestra. A special free tramcar will convey patrons to Cathedral Square at midnight.

TIMARU NEWS. SOCIAL AND PERSONAL. Mrs W. H. Helmore (Wai-iti road; has returned from Christchurch. Mr, Mrs and Miss McMeekin (Waiiti road) hare returned from a visit to Christchurch. Mr, Mrs, and Miss Cotterill (Seiton street; have returned from Waimate. Mri R. F. Hill (Mere Mere street; is visiting-the West Coast. Mr and Mrs D. Reese (Wai-iti road; have returned from a visit to Christchurch and the West Coast. Miss N. C'ossins (Wai-iti road) is staying with Mrs Pinckney (Southland). Miss M. Parker (Page's road) has left for the north, en route for Ceylon, where she will be the guest of her sister, Airs 11. P. Olney. Mr and Mr» Edgar-Jones and Miss J. Jones ("Otiritiri"; have returned from h visit to Mount Cook. Mr and Airs J. Grant (Grey's Hill) are on a visit to Dunedin. Mrs and Miss Barron, who have been visiting Timaru, have returned to Dunedin. Mr and Mrs E. C. Satchell (Christchurch), who have been staying at the Dominion Hotel, left for the south yesterday. Mr and Mrs F. E. Gralia'm and Mrs Graham, sen., who have been guests at the Grosvenor Hotel, returned to Christchurch yesterday. Those who have registered at the Hydro Grand Hotel include Mr and Mrs E. R. Meyers (Kenya), the Rev. Howard Elliott (Wellington), and Major E. Barrows (Ashburton). Those who left for Mount Cook yesterday included Miss Crowdy (London), and Miss Fair (Auckland). In connexion with the forthcoming visit of Miss Maude Royden, the wellknown English preacher and lecturer, who is on a tour of New Zealand, a meeting of the executive committee or the Maude Royden Mission decided to arrange for a lecture entitled, "Can we put the World in Order?" Miss Royden is expected to arrive in Timaru by the 3.36 p.m. train from Christ church on Wednesday, May 9th and it is hoped that a civic reception will be accorded her. Recent arrivals at the Dominion Hotel include Mr and Mrs T. Thomas (Gisborne), Mr and Mrs A. V. White (Wellington), Mrs E. Duthie (Dunedin), Mrs E. Shiel (Dunedin), Miss M. Martin (Dunedin), Messrs H. Dunn (Christchurch), F. H. Salt (Christchurch), T. Rumble (Christchurch), U. Stenliouse (Dunedin), S. R. Densen (Wellington), A. K. Franklin (Auckland), W. Kennedy (Christchurch), and E. J. Hassell (Auckland). Those who have registered at the Grosvenor Hotel include Mr and Mrs G. S. Smith (Christchurch), Mr and Mrs B. Ireland (Invercargill), Mr and Mrs J. Sinclair (Ashburton) Mr ana Mrs G. Cluff (Melbourne). Messrs A. A. Reid (Wellington), F. V. Mahoney (Invercargill), A. Johnson (Dunedin), O. G. Blackler (Hazelburn), and A. L. O'Connor (Hazelburn).

VICTORIA LEAGUE. At the last meeting of the Victoria League held in the. Jellicoe Hall, Mrs Deans (president) was in the chair. Ihe members of -the committee present were Mesdames Hugh Acland, Boff, J. 1' ■ Studholme, Archer, J. H. Hall, Lester, A. Boyle, Orbell, R. Hennah, Bean, Thacker, Misses McOwen, Cocks, Overton, Skuglund, Rose, and Tabart, Messrs G. A. P. Tapper, and F. Macbean. Leave of absence was granted Mr Tapper, aSid Mr Macbean was appointed in his place. In response to request from til© Returned Soldiers'" Association, it was decided that the committee of the Victoria League should help them on Poppy Day/ as usual. It was also oecided that the Victoria League should co-operate with the committee of Empire Shopping Week, and on their suggestion, organise the fancy dress ball to be held on May 24th in the Winter Garden. Unanimous consent was given Miss Bromley Cocks to supply literature to the Women's Prison at Addington. Reports of Overseas Settlement and school correspondence were unavoidably heldl over till next _ meeting, owing to the lengthy discussion on Empire Shopping Week. Mrs Deans welcomed Miss Rose Tabart as hon. secretary, and Mr F. A. Macbean as acting hon. treasurer to the Victoria League.

SOCIETY FOR PROTECTION OF WOMEN AND CHILDREN.

At the monthly meeting of the Society the following members were present: Rev. C. A. Fraer (president); committee: Mesdames Biltcliffe, Blackaby, Ensign Newton, Revs. W. Baumber, C. Perry, Mr S. E. McCarthy, and the secretary (Miss Cardale). Apologies for absence were received from Miss L. Tabart, Nurse Stringer, Mrs- Herbert, and the hon. treasurer (Mr C. N. Mackie). The secretary reported that arrangements for the annual meeting to be held on Thursday April 19th, at 8 p.m. in the City Council Chambers, were well in hand The speakers would be Mrs C. A. Fraer, Dominion president of the Womens' National Council, and his Worship, the Mayor (Mr J. K. Archer). . ' , It was mentioned that the committee would be pleased to hear of collectors for the street collection to be held on Friday, May 4th. The secretary reported that 127 visits had been paid. 230 miscellaneous cases and 296 callers had been attended to. After the important cases were reported! the committee adjourned.

MADAME MENERE'S FURS

MAGNIFICENT DISPLAY OPENS ON MONDAY. Keen interest is being taken in the approaching display of furs by Madame Menere, commencing on Monday morning next in rooms at 127 Cashel street (Upstairs), comer Colombo Btreet, opposite Beaths'. The display of Madame Menere's furs in Invercargill, Dunedin, and Timaru. recently created quite a furore in those centres, the opinion be!ing expressed that they are the finest which have ever been imported into {.the Dominion. In all, over £IO,OOO 'worth of magnificent fur garments will .be on view, including Real Hudson Bay Seal, squirrel, marmot, mink, sable, musquash, mole, beaver, nutria, Kolinski, Pershiniki, erihine, real Alaska

Bering Sea silver Seal, etc., etc., also opera coats of white fur trimmed ■with white ostrich feathers (the latest Paris rage), and hundreds of bridge wraps and necklets. There Will be also a display of magnificent tapestries, amber, ivory, and other novelties. Owing to Madame Menere's direct buying in the fur centres of the world, she is able to sell the above-magnificent garments at considerably less than the usual wholesale prices, and in fact at figures corresponding to those asked for common rabbit. —6

The art of fencing has become such ii popular recreation that the provision of a class at the Y.W.C.A. is likely to prove a big attraction. Mr Mortimer Thatcher will .meet intending fiupils next Aveek. The Y.W.C.A. is also providing, under Miss Thomas's tuition, classes in Swedish drill with folk games and figure work, aB well as Greek frieze work and rhythmical movement These classes are held on Thursday evenings in the Choral Hall.

WEDDINGS. | RICHARDS-SHARP. j Pink and blue hydrangeas decorated Knox Church on Thursday afternoon, when a wedding of considerable interest to a wide circle of friends was celebrated. The ceremony was performed by the Rev. T. W. Armour, and Mr Billiugton presided at the organ. The bride wa3 Dorothy, eldest daughter of Mr and Mrs James Rollo Sharp, ''Awatea," Manchester street, and the bridegroom Leslie Lawrence, third son of Mrs Richards and the late Mr Edward Richards, of Fendalton. The bride, who was given away by her father, wore a beautiful bridal gown of ivory taffeta and silver laca. The frock was made 011 Early Victorian lines with a sleeveless rucked bodice and the full Bkirt, bouffant at the hips, had a deep hem of silver lace with an inset narrow band of the taffeta, the lower part of the lace forming a transparent hem. A largo silver rose was worn at til© waist. Her filmy tulle veil, handsomely embroidered and scalloped at the edge, was arranged from a double circlet of orange blossom, and hung in graceful folds, forming a train. She carried a shower bouquet of white flowers with light toucmes of pink. ~ . , The two bridesmaids m attendance were Miss Marjorie Sharp, the bride's sister, and Miss Rubv Richards, the bridegroom's sister. Both frocks were made alike of silver and carnation nink and powder blue respectively. The sleeveless bodices of silver tissue were slightly rucked, and the skirts were formed of georgette in three-tiered picot-edged frills. Their caps of tulle to tone with their frocks had wide coronets of silver tissue, and the long scarf panel falling from the back was worn round the throat, the end falling over one shoulder. They carried posies to tone with their frocks. The bridegroom was attended by nis brother, Mr Sidn'ey Richards, as best man, and Mr Harry Harrison as groomsman. Following the ceremony the reception, attended by one hundred people, was held at the home of the bride s parents, "Awatea," Manchester street, where a large marquee was erected on the front lawn. Mrs Sharp received the guests, wearing a handsome | r<K j K of black marocain, the skirt finely pleated, and the bodice slightly pouched, inset with a vest of pleated beige georgette. Her hat of black satin had a wide brim upturned with a brilliant silver' motif across the front, with a black and white osprey mount on one side. She wore an ermine necklet ana carried a bouquet of shaded pink flowers. The bridegroom's mother wore an effective frock of black georgette with trimmings of Oriental embroidery, the frock pleated from neck to hem. With this she wore a smart black hat, and carried a bouquet or vari-coloured flowers.' Miss Kathleen Sharp, the bride's sister, wore a dainty frock of Wedgwood blue crepe de chine, and a fawn and blue felt hat with an ornament on the front ot the crown. , When the bride left for her wedding tour, she was wearing a smartly tailor, ed suit of fawn flecked tweed, a marmot stole, and a hat of deep rose vet and corded silk ribbon, with touches of gold thread embrorieries* She carried a tailored coat or niusnroom pink patterned tweed, with 8 wide fur collar.

BROWN—SMITH. St. Mary's, Manchester street, was the scene of a pretty wedding quietly celebrated recently, when Julia (Dell), youngest daughter of Mrs J. Smith and the late Mr Smith, of Templar street, was married to Allan, eldest son of Mr and Mrs W. Brown, of Gloucester street. Rev. Father MoKenna, S.M., performed the ceremony. The bride wore a charming gown ot ivory georgette, finely accordionpleated with uncommon yoke, and a hem of heavy gold, lace. Her beautiful veil was arranged in mob-cap style with posies of orange blossom, and she carried a bouquet of cream roses with touches of pink. On leaving the church the bride's little nephew, Brian Barrett, presented her with a lucky black cat. Two bridesmaids attended the bride. Miss Gertrude Foley wore a dainty frock of coral-pink georgette, with tight bodice and full skirt formed of vandyked frills, and' the sister of the bridegroom, Miss Margory Brown, wore a pretty frock of mauve crepe de chine inset with silver lace. Both maids wore large grey picture hats and carried bouquets of pink and mauve flowers.

Mr 0. Turpin attended the bridegroom as best man, and Mr Frank Fol,e,y acted as groomsman. Following the ceremony a reception was held at the Winter Garden, where the gflests were received by Mrs Smith, who wore a smart black costume, fox fur, and black hat relieved with white. She. carried a bouquet of red roses. Mrs Brown wore a navy crepe de chine frock with beige georgette trimmings and smart hat to match and carried a bouquet of deep cream flowers. "When Mr and Mrs Brown left later on their wedding tour of the North Island the bride wore ,a pretty frock of soft blue and mushroom crepe.satin, travelling coat trimmed with black seal. SUTTON—COLLETT. The Methodist Church, Sydenham, was beautifully for the wedding of Gladys Mary, only daughter of and Mrs H. F. Collett, of Spreydon, and Thomas Roberts, only son of Mr and Mrs J. F. Sutton, of Opawa. The Bev. H. J. Odell officiated, and Miss E. Penny played the organ. The bride, who was given away by her father, wore a pretty frock of ivory crepe de chine and georgette. Her em-br-idered tulle veil was held in place with a circlet ot' orange blossom, and fell in graceful folds to the hem of her frock. She carried a shower bouquet of pink and white flowers. Miss Hazel Pearce, cousin of the bride, was brides* maid. She wore a frock of apricot and mauve georgette, a crinoline hat to match, and carried a bouquet of apricot and mauve flowers. The bridegroom was attended by Mr Les. Collett, brother of the bride, as best man.

Following the ceremony a reception was held at the Beckenham Hall. Mrs Collett, who received the guests, wore a frock of navy repp relieved with beige crepe de chine, and a small navy hat. She carried a bouquet of red roses. When Mr and Mrs T. E. Sutton left for their wedding trip amid the good wishes, of their friends, the bride wore a frock of bois de rose repp, and a stitched hat to match, a fawn tailored coat and fur necklet.

PARTY AT WHITEROCK. A very enjoyable evening was spent recently at the residence of Mrs George Gudex, Whiterock, when the members of the Whiterock Tennis Club took the opportunity of saying farewell to Miss Rene Mather, who is leaving the district to join the staff of the Karitano Hospital. Mrs W. Thomson spoke on the good work done by Miss Mather, while she had been associated with the club. On behalf of the fellow-members, Mr Thomson presented Miss Mather with a gold wristlet watch, and wished her every success in her future career. Miss Mather suitably replied. After Bupper was served, dancing and games continued until a late hour,

PARIS FASHIONS. N.Z. GIRLS KEEP PACE. [THE PBESS Special Serrice.] AUCKLAND, April 13. "Australia and New Zealand are in the closest possible touch with Paris, the world's fashion centre, and the women and girls of these countries keep pace with the latest fashion s edicts, and dress surprisingly well, declares Mr C. Kimmerling, » partner in a large silk manufacturing establishment in the old French town of Lyons. Mr Kimmerlme is now visiting Auckland in the course of a tour of Australia and New Zealand, , _ . I 'Fashion —and by that I mean u&sign, quality, and colouring—is our biggest problem," said Mr kimmorling. "Fashion is purely intuition, ana we have to try to hit upon something the people will wear a tew months aheaw. If we make a mistake we are liable to lose thousands or pounds." , „ They had to judge about 12 months ahead, he said, and the difficulties which beset them could well be appreciated. About 20 years ago a fashion would last two or three years, but things had altered, the fashions of today changing every two or three months. , . "There are reasons why Paris is the world's leading fashion centre," Mr Kimmerling said. "The French naturally hate routine, and are always creating. We find the public always want something new, something different. The women in Sydney and Melbourne, and, from what I have seen of . them during my short time in Auckland, dress very well," he said. "They wear and carry their dresses very well, and I was delighted to see that little personal touch that lent distinctiveness. It would be a delight to make dresses for most of these girls. WOMEN'S CHRISTIAN TEMPERANCE UNION. The usual fortnightly meeting of the Christchurch branch of the W.C.T.TT. was held on Wednesday. Miss Hendbrson presided. Many members, in addition to those who had already, promised, volunteered to collect in the streets on Poppy Day. Mrs Derby, a visitor from Hastings was welcomed by the president. Members were asked to bring presents of .cakes, sweets, produce, etc., to the stall in aid of the N.C.D. Union at Everybody's foyer next week, or to the Union's rooms on Friday afternoon. Mrs Suckling, convener of the Fresh Air Fund, asked members to work at the rooms or bring presents ,of gifts of clothing. It was decided that no meeting be held oh; Anzac ; Day. Mesdames Israelson and Pedler, announced that the usual annual tea will be given to the inmates of the Jubilee Home next Wednesday. Mrs Richards and Miss Wilkie, delegates at the recent Dominion Convention at Napier, reported that the 43rd Convention had been a, record one, one hundred and thirty delegates being present. The meetings, they said, were all most enjoyable and well attended. A great increase in membership was reported, and more unions and "Y"' branches had been formed and on the Cradle Roll there are now 5036 names.

Pleasure was expressed that ten temperance lessons ato to be. given in all district, schools to the children every year, and that a great increase had taken place this year in White Bibbon subscribers.. Some variety was introduced into the Convention meetings by a demonstration day, and by the.ten competitors who came forward to give impromptu and prepared' speeches. Three buses conveyed 200 delegates to a most enjoyable garden party at Havelock North, where they were entertained by the Union there. Miss Henderson, president, also gave further details and thanked the speakers for their comprehensive reports. COSMOPOLITAN CABARET. This function, which takes place on Thursday next at the Oaledonian Hall, at 9 p.m., promises to be the most georgeous entertainment o£ its kind ever offered to that very large section of the pnblio which likes to combine an excellent show, dancing, and admirable supper in one evening's entertainment. Those cabarets are unique, as far as Ohristchurch is concerned. H.R.H. the Duke M fork, who attended the last one held here, said that it compared moßt favourably with any similar function that he had ever visited. Owing to the absence of Captain and the Hon. Mrs Tahu Rhodes, who took so large a part in organising" these functions, it is nearly a year since the last one was held. Now, however, an energetic committee of ladies has decided to revive them, and a record attendance should' be the result. The present cabaret, as its title suggests, offers a programme that includes Russian, Old English, French, and American numbers. The company has been rehearsing for longer than* usual, as the items are all,more elaborately staged than before. One number in particular will come as a very great surprise and should appeal enormously, to the feminne portion of the audience. This is a gorgeous parade of mannequins dressed by Messrs Beath and. Co., who have most generously given the costumes to be auctioned in aid of St. Saviour's funds. These dresses all of which are magnificent imported models, will be shown in this magnificent display for the first tme in Ohristchurch. This number alone should prove to be an enormous attraction. For further information as regards thiß. feature of the programme patrons should keep their eye on leading advertisements in this paper. Other outstanding items are the circus burlesque "Clowns and Elephants," the concerted Blackbottom Ballet, including a simultaneous pas de deux by Del Carl and Arthur Stuart-Bower, and a Charleston solo by Barbara Hunger. Among the soloists are Mona Melton, Bernard Bennell, Bid Philcox, Arline Power, and Lottie Colyille. Pupils from the Peters-Gray and Arline Power Schools of Dancing will cootribute additional numbers. The whole production is under Ngaio Marsh, and the proceeds are to go to St. Saviour's Orphanages. Sir Heaton and Lady Rhodes are acting as patrons to the cabaret, and the hostesses will be Mesdames George Gould, W. Beans H Cotterill, E. Oordner, G. F. Hutton, J. Watherston, and Miss Boyle. The box plan is open at The Bristol, and only a very limited number of tables are left.