WOMEN'S CORNER

Press, Volume LXIV, Issue 19467, 14 November 1928, 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 folly authenticated, and engagement notices must bear the signatures of both parties. Correspondence is invited on any matters affecting, or of interest to, women.

Mrs J. H. Williams (Heatou street) has returned from a visit to her parents, Mr an 3 Mrs Rutherford (Blenheim).

Mrs W. P. Tait has returned to Christchurch from a trip abroad.

Mr and Mrs B. Moore, sen., and Mr and Mrs &. J. Moore are leaving this week on a holiday trip to Australia. - Mrs A. E. and Miss Patricia Campbell are among the guests at the United Service Hotel, Miss Eileen Hunter, who has been visiting England for the last. 18 months, returned home by the Maloja. After a holiday spent in England and Scotland, she wont on the Continent to France, Italy, Switzerland, and Holland. While away she interested herself in the Girl Guide movement and was fortunate enough to be present at the Imperial. camp held at Foxlease, when H.R.H. Princess Mary visited the Guides, who numbered 300, and were gathered from all parts of the Empire. The engagement is announced of Evelyn, eldest daughter of Mr and Mrs R. J. Barson (Spreydon, Christchurch) to Frank Gordon, fourth son of the late Mr and Mrs Henry Heywood, late of Te Hana, North Auckland. The engagement is announced of Captain J. S. M. Ritchie, E.N., British Embassy, Washington, fifth son of Mrs and the late JVM. Ritchie, Dunedin, to Joan, oldest daughter of Colonel and Mrs Karslake, Southwick Crescent, London. Captain Ritchie was formerly in command of H.M.S. Dunedin.

Latest arrivals at the Hotel Federal include: —Mr D. Golightly (Wellington), Mrs John Tayloi (Dunedin), Mr E. W. Taylor (Dunedin; Mr and Mrs T. H. Sherwood (Wellington), Mrs T. V. Bishop (Wellington), Mr C. O. A. Collings (Wellington), Mrs S. Gibson (Palmerston North), Mr L. Craig (Timaru), Mrs W. Simpson (Marton), Mrs P. C. de Lambert (Ethelton), Mrs and Miss West (Timaru), Mr and Mrs J. Corlett (Oamaru). Arrangements are well in hand for a grand concert, to be held at the Municipal Concert Hall on November 20th in aid of Nazareth House Building Fund. To-morrow evening, at the Riccarton Town Hall, Clarence road, a grand carnival dance, will be held, the musio for _ which will be provided by the Dixieland Orchestra. At the conclusion of the danoe. at 1 a.m., a late bus will leavfe for the City, The Opawa-St. Martin's Pariah Fete will be held in the grounds of St. Mark's open air school at Opawa on Friday, November 16th, and Saturday, November 17th. Besides wellstocked stalls, all kinds of side-shows ■will be held and Derry's Band will be in attendance.

USEFUL RECIPE. "Left-overs" can be transformed into quite appetising dishes if seasoned with Military Pickle. It supplies a subtle "something" that makes ordinary, dishes intriguing, giving an appetising zest that is truly delightful. Next time ask your grocer for Military Eiclde. ... , . . . —2

EXTRA HELP IN THE WASH. Clothes are washed delightfully refreshingly clean with Verbena Soap—and with less work This is due to the extra help that the soft luxuriant Verbena lather gives. It reaches every thread of the wash, loosening the dirt and washing it away without hard rubbing. Verbena Soap is obtainable from grocers everywhere. —2

Have you worn Tru-Pojse shoes? Shoes of sprightlier grace. ... so sophisticated. . . . but with patented new constructive features that, make them utterly practical. Do let us show them to you. Chisnall and Stewart, Ltd. x ■'Cookham House," 750 Colombo street. —2

TWO YOUNG HOUSEWIVES. When, two young housewives get together their conversation invariably drifts from dress, to the home, and then'they begin swopping recipes tor their latest achievements in cooking. Here's a recipe which sets many tongues a-wagging—when making gravy add a little Melhuisli's Gravy Colouring, what a difference! My, how appetising that gravy becomes! —2

ECONOMY TN DEESS. •Blakeley's Cash Drapery Warehouse, 149 Manchester street; Clock Tower, fast becoming famous for its low prices in Ladies' Hosiery, Handbags, Underclothing, Frocks, and Coats. Handy to the station, and a convenient stopping place for visitors staying in Manchester street hotels. See the windows to-day and take a walk through each department of this rising young business. ■ —6

MOUNTAIN HOUSE, ARTHUR'S PASS. ' > J Renovated and extended, the above will be reopened by Mrs Cottrell, late of Chatham House, Ashburton, and the Hydro Grand, Timaru, early in November. Home comfort and an excellent cuisine guaranteed. Tariff. £3 10s weekly. —1

"BABYLAND" POSTAL ORDER. Baby's Layette, beautiful Silk Gowns, latest Shawl, Squares, etc. All home made--£4 10s. Also everything for Baby—write for free list to "Babvland," P.O. Box 1172, Christehurch. —6

TIMARU NEWS.

SOCIAL AND PERSONAL..

Mrs Napier (Dunedin) is on a visit to Timaru. Miss N. Whitehead (Harper street) is visiting Gisborne. Miss A. Thomson (Bid-will street) lias left 011 a visit to Dunedin. Mrs P. Downey (Wilson street) is on a visit to Akaroa.

Mr and Mrs T. Wigley and Miss Traill (Kurow) are the guests of Mrs Wigley (Park lane).

Mrs K. McLennan has returned from the North Island and is the guest of Mrs T. 11. Maclcay (Wai-iti road). Mrs W. W. Baxter (Wai-iti road) has retnrned from Christehurch. Mr and Mrs C. H. Tripp (Nythdale) are staying with Mrs Howard Tripp (Wai-iti road). Mrs R. H. Rhodes (Sealey stret) will leave to-day for Tekapo. Mr and Mrs J. Page (Mount Gerald) are staying with Mrs R. A. Rickman (Grey road). Miss F. M. Grylls (Orari) and Miss Mulvany Gray (Christehurch) are staying at the Hydro Grand Hotel. Those ' who have registered at the Grosvenor Hotei include: Mr and Mrs Fordham (Melbourne), Mr aind Mrs (Rangiora), Mr and Mrs F. S. Jacobs (Dunedin), Miss Jenkinson (Perth), Messrs A. M. Robertson (Christchurch), D. V. Gain (Dunedin), C. Irvine (Wellington), P. Patton (Dunedin), E. & Myers (Wellington), H. S. Newton (Wellington), C. E. Stewart (Christchurch), EL. Mitchell (Dunedin), L. Morrison (Christehurch), G. Hartshorn (Christehurch), L. H. Beardsley (Christchurch), and R. Blair (Wellington).

AUCKLAND HOSPITAL.

NEW LADY SUPERINTENDENT.

[THE PFESS Special Service.] AUCKLAND, November 13. The Auckland Hospital Board has appointed Miss Emily Mary Nutsey, at present matron of the Hawera Hospital, to the position of lady superintendent of the Auckland Hospital in succession to Miss A. .Taylor,, who will retire early next month. There were ten applications for the position. It was decided that Miss Margaret Broun, at jpresent first assistant to the lady superintendent, should retain her position, while Miss Alice Cussen, at present matron of the Franklin Memorial Hospital, was appointed .second assistant. ....

Miss Nutsey was trained in general nursing at the Auckland Hospital, leaving the Dominion in April, 1915, with the first contingent of. nurses for active service. Miss Nutgey had four and a half years' service abroad. She was at the New Zealand Hospital at Cairo for a time arid then at the general hospital at Walton-on-Thames. She also served in the transport service. Miss Nutsey was mentioned in dispatches in 1916 for bravery, ayd was also awarded the decoration of an, Associate of the Royal Red Cross in England.

PARTY AT CASHMERE HILLS.

Mrs Derisley Wood yesterday showed , her practical interest in the good work of the British Bailors' Society by lending her beautiful home, "Maungaroa," Macmillan avenue, for a "com party" which was very well attended . and proved most/enjoyable. "Maungaroa," picturesquely situated with its charming garden running down the hill-side, is an ideal spot, in which to hold a large gathering. The spacious reception rooms were beautifully decorated with roses and antirrhinums, and, on the broad balcony, which commanded a magnificent view of the plains and distant mountains, a most inviting looking cake-stall was arranged. A short musical programme added to the enjoyment of the guests, the performers being Mrs A. F. Wright and Mrs H. J. Quarrell, who contributed vocal solos, and Miss Bessie Pollard, who played pianoforte solos. , After tea was dispensed many of the visitors spent a pleasant hour in the garden. Through the generosity of ihe guests, the British Sailors' Society should receive substantial help towards its good work, which includes, amongst many thoughtful acts of kindness, the providing of Christmas bags for sailors at the coming festive season. Those present included: —Mesdames Derisley Wood, J. H). Hall, H. T. J. Thacker, M. Lewin, J. S. Thomson, Harold Studholme, C. J. Treleaven, J. 6. L. Vernon, D. Macbean Stewart, Parsonson, P B. Haggitt, V. Smyth, H. Wyatt, George Merton, Philip Hume, E. Harris, C. R. Kiver, F. W. W. Dawson, Cyrus Williams, C. Charters. D. Reese, D. E. .Wood, J. H. Williams, Fraser, A. F. Wright, B. Seth-Smith, H. O. Devenish Meares, H. J. Quarrell, R. W. Anderson, W. F. Tait. H. L. Bowker, S. R. Webb, Gerald Haling, Claude Sawtell, A. C. Wilson. G. C. Z. Harris, W Day, A. R. Bloxam, S. L. Partridge, W. Watson, Irving Carney, A. F. Carey, T. G. R. Blunt, F. E Berndtson George Weston, Erwin, Arthur Thomson, Percy Fryer, Misses Stoddart, Way, Fryer, E. Bull. Edridge, Cotteriil, Monica Cocks, Bessie Pollard, V. Dawson, Eleanor Foster, Marjorie Studholme. and Norah Haggitt.

DANCE RECITAL.

At the Caledonian Hall last night the pupils of the Iris Edmonds School of Dancing gave a very enjoyable recital, the varied and excellent programme being greatly enjoyed. The recital will be repeatea to-night ana the proceeds will be devoted to charity.

The following was the programme:—Overture, orchestra; Port de bran, intermediates and seniors; dance, "Gipsy Girl," Lorna fiyland; dance, "Cupid,' Vonnie Whall; uatice, Marjory Hewertson; song, "Dancing larabourino," Melva Cater end ballet; ballet, .busy Bees—the babies, Queen Bee, Peggy Cousins; Bumble Bee, Daphne Connor; dance, "Trois Temps," Gwen Smith; ballet, "Eccentric," senior girls, dance, "Match Girl," Daphne Buchanan; song, "Dream Kisses," Iris Edmonds and ballet; dance, '"Shuffle it," Neville Miller; duo, "The Enchanted Garden," Lorna Hyland and Iris Connor; dance, "Spanish," Intermediate girls; ballet, "Jockey," intermediate girls; soloist, Dulcie Arnold; dance, "Tres Piquant," Thelma Preece; duo, "Cafe de Darise," Bona and Fred Jones; ballet, "Dolls of All Kinds"—dolls in boxes, Gwen Smith, Daphne Buchanan, Leone Pauling, Leonore Upon; golliwog, Doris Harper; winter doll, Joan Fleming; hygienic princess dolls, Doreen Wright and Arline Connor; Japanese dolls, Nola Fail and Dorothy Rose, French clowns, June Bassett and Betty Searle; frilly dolls, Daphne Connor, Peggy Cousins, Valerie Cater, Dulcie Arnold; kewpie, Shirley Mulhane; ballet, "Out of the Mist,"- the seniors (Sunrays, the Babies; Sunrise, Iris Edmonds); dance, "Elite," Nola Fail; dance, selected, Jean JJewsome; dance, "Sailor's Hornpipe," Herb: Courtney; song, "I Told Them about You," V Cater, F. Jones, and ballot; dance, "Gossamer," Joan Fleming; ballet, "Bound Campfire," senior girls (soloist, Nancy Chiaholm); dance, "Skipping," Ena Malzard; dance, "Clog," Burnice Jones; duo, "Yale Blues," V. Whall and N. Miller; dance, selected, Thelma Preece; Irish Heel, senior girls; dance, "Dutchie," Fred Jones; dance, "Little Miss Muifit," Rona Jones; dance, "Russian," Valerie Cater; ballet, "In a Chinese Temple Garden," entire company. The whole, production was arranged by Miss Iris Edmonds, the stage manager was Mr W. Dickinson, and the orchestra was under Mr A. Edmonds, with Mr Len Blogg as pianist.