WOMEN'S CORNER

Press, Volume LXV, Issue 19719, 9 September 1929, Page 2

WOMEN'S CORNER

The Lad; Editor will be pleased to receive lor publication in the "Women's Corner" items of social or personal tews. 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 W. A. Moore (Timaru) ia visiting her mother, Lady Kinsey, Papanui road. Miss Lillian Harper, who has been spending a short holiday in Timaru, returns to Christchurch to-day. Mr and Mrs A Chi gey (Manchester street) and Miss Dorothy Rosevear (Dunedin) have returned from a trip to Lake Tekapo. Mrs W. L. Jamieson (Cambridge terrace) is leaving Auckland to-day by the Aorangi for Sydney. Mrs K. Howell-Fountain, who has been spending a week at "Ilfracombe," Akaroa, with her two children, returned to Christchurch yesterday. i Recent arrivals at Warner's Hotel include: Mr and Mrs A. Fels (Dunedin), Mr and Mrs H. J. Buck (Wellington), and Mr and Mrs A. E. Baxter (Christchurch). Mrs N. K. Cox (Timaru) and Miss Gossett are guests at the United Ser- 1 vice Hotel. Mr and Mrs W. H. Cattell (Sydney) are staying at the United Service Hotel. The latest arrivals at the Hotel Federal include:—Mr W. ftayner (Auckland), Mr Valentine (Geraldine), Miss IS. H. Lee (Timaru), Mr H. B. Grove (Wellington), Mr and Mrs A. McDonald (Methven), Mr Pointon (Timaru), Mr W. Tauh (Timaru), Mr F. H. Cooper and Mr Frank Bray (Invercargill). An enjoyable concert was given at the Receiving Home last week, those contributing to the programme being Miss Boa-byes, Miss Marie Edmonds, .Vliss Edith Forde, Miss Powley, Mr Arthur Couch Mr W. Maxwell. Mr J. Richards (songs), Mr R. Wills, Mr , Titchener (recitations), Mrs Forde and Miss Alexander (instrumental duets), Mrs Forde (piano), and Miss Twemlow (violin) were the accompanists. Cars for the transport of the company were lent bv Sir George Clifford, Dominion Motors. Ltd., and Mr Priddes In the Caledonian Hall to-morrow Lady Rhodes will officially open the Avonside Spring Fair Over 150 assistants dressed to represent spring flowers, will endeavour to sell their goods to patrons from 14 different miniature shops. During .the afternoon and evening there will be various entertainments, including a grand spectacular march, fancy dancing, two nursery rhymes, two tableaux, solo dancing, two plays, rind folk dancing. Two bands will play throughout the fair. 89 PER CENT. GOITRE. "And 89 per cent, have goitre of which 79 per cent, is plainly visible," states a Health Dept. official speaking of the pup.ls of one High School in Canterbury Yet practically every case could have been prevented by the daily use of iodised salt in their food Start using Windsor lodised Salt to-day and protect yourself and family "A pinch a day keeps goitre away." * —6 Distinctive Appearance Feminine charm is always paramount when asgo ciated with fur wearing apparel. We have an appealing selection of attractive furs for your ins*- "•ction at reduced sale prices. MacGibbori's, Fur Special ist, 154 Armagh street, Christchurch. 'Phone 7168. —2 Superfluous hair destroyed by "Rusma" (Regd.). Signed, stamped guaranteed cure, £5 ,12s 6d. Florence Hullen, C.M.D., 7 Courtenay place, Wellington. Send stamped addressed envelope for particulars. —6 UNIQUES FOR CHILLY NIGHTS At no other period of the year is a "Unique" hot water bottle so necessary as now. A sudden chill brought about by the ever-changing weather is quickly rectified by popping into bed with a Unique hot water bottle. Unique hot water bottles fire out on their own for quality and durability. Sold by all dealers. • —2 PRESENTATION TO MISS SPEIRS. There was a very large gathering of members of the Avonside Tennis Club at the Avonside Courts on Saturday afternoon, when a very enjoyable party was given in honour of Miss May Speirs. the popular tennis champion, wno is to be married this week. On her arrival Miss Speirs was presented by Mrs Price with a beautiful violet basket filled with violets, freesias. and primroses. After t-ea hat! been dispensed by the ladies. Mr Willis, in the absence of Mr G. L. Berry, president, presented Miss Speirs. on behalf of the club _ with an oak chiming clock, with inscribed silver plate. Mr Willis said that_ Miss Speirs. of whom the club was justly Droud. had won great honour, not only for her club and for the City hut for the whole province. On behalf of her fellow-members he thanked her for all she had done for the club in the past and wished her the greatest happiness and prosperity in the future Miss Speirs charmingly acknowledged the good wishes and thanked the club for their handsome gift What success she ha<J achieved, she said, she owed to the Avonside players, whose kindness and encouragement had meant much to her. ever since she had ioined tlfe club. Miss Speirs'& future home will be in Auckland. THE WINTER GARDEN CABARET. The attendance at this popular Cabaret was well maintained on Saturday night. The lounges and supper room were decorated with narcissus and other spring flowers. The 350 dancers greatly enjoyed the dance music rendered by the Bailey-Marston orchestra, and all spent a very pleasant evening. AT DIXIELAND. There were present at the Dixieland Cabaret, on Saturday evening, approximately 100 couples, who spent an en joyable evening dancing to the strains of the Dixieland Orchestra. The sup-per-room and lounges were charmingly decorated with spring flowers and i foliage.

CHRISTCHURCH SAVAGE CLUB.

LADIES' NIGHT KORERO.

The members of the Christchurch Savage Club, many of whom are very talented musicians, have earned a reputation for arranging splendid enter tainments, and undoubtedly they put their best foot forward when they invite their womenfolk, once a year, to accept their hospitality. The 1929 ladies' night korero was held in" the Masonic Hall, Gloucester street, on Saturday night, when over four hundred guests were present. The programme was splendid—the club excelling in this respect even its own former high standard. After Great Chief G. M. Smith, who w ~ installed by Savage Farquhcr Young, had welcomed the "wahines" and " tamahines,'' the entertainment was opened by the club's orchestra, under the conductorship of Savage Harold Beck, with Savage Noel Newsom as pianist. Against a background of fine old prints of stage-coaches and hunting scenes, the members of the chorus dressed as characters from Dickens, contributed many enjoyable items, including "The Drinking Song" from "The Student Prince," with Savage S. Buchanan as soloist; amusing elocu tionary items by Savages Farquhar Young, Alex Dey, and Cyril Collins; song, "My Pretty Jane," artistically sung by Savage Harold Prescott; solo and chorus, "Vauxhall Way," by Savage G. M. Smith, with Mr Vernazoni as an intriguing Early ■ Victorian belle; and two spirited choruses, "Come to the Fair" and "To-day's Monday," with Mr -Gregory Russell as soloist. Savage Harold Beck received an ovation for his 'cello solo, "Rhapsody" (arranged by David Popper); Savage Noel Newsom, the youngest member of the club, played a pianoforte solo, and Savage H. Naylor caused great hilarity with a clever humorous item, a burlesque serenade frequently punctuated with sneezes and coughs, The programme concluded with the "Poli ce " man's Song" by a sturdy band of men in blue, with Savage Farquhar Young as soloist. Supper was set in Jellicoe Hall, the four long tables being decorated with pot plants and spring flowers, and a very successful gathering closed with a short dance, the music being supplied by Mr J. I. Smail's electric gramophone.

OBITUARY.

MRS SIBELLA MARY ROSS. The death is announced of Mrs Sibella Mary Ross, a much loved and greatly esteemed resident of Christchurch, who passed away at her residence, Montreal street, on Saturday morning, at the age of 89 years. The late Mrs Ross, who was the eldest daughter of the late Archdeacon James Wilson, came to New.Z. a and from England, with her parents in 1.851, in the ship Isabella Hercus, the 6th ship to arrive in Lyttelton. The family lived first at Opawa, and later at Upper Riccarton. After her marriage to Mr G. A. E. Ross, who wias also a pioneer of Canterbury, Mrs Ross lived for a. time in the country, but returned to Christchurch in 1866. At the corner of Mon treal and Gloucester streets, Mrs "Ross opened a preparatory school for boys, and here, under her skilled and sympathetic guidance, was begun the education of many men now holding responsible positions in the Dominion and overseas. Her pupils, for the most part, after leaving her care, were enrolled at Christ's College. The late Mrs Ross was an interesting, cultured woman, with wide sympathies and a serene and tolerant outlook on lif?. Her charming personality won for her many staunch friends, especially amongst the older generation of Christchurch residents and her former pupils, who will hear of her death will deep regret. The surviving members of her family are: Mr E. J. Ross, Garden road, Fendalton; Mr Charles Ross, Waver ley; Mrs Walter Harper, Christchurch; Mrs H. E. Musgrave, Seamont, and Miss Ross and Miss Rachel Ross, who lived with their mother. One son. Mr George Ross, a banker, who had been for many years in Australia, died in Melbourne recently, and another son, Dr. Ross, who formerly lived on Cashmere Hills, died only a few months ago in England A sister, Miss Katharine Wilson, died on Cashmere Hills on May -19 th of this year. Other sister? of the deceased are Miss H. M. B. Wi'son, Upper Riccarton, Mrs W. P. Turton, Woodbury, South Canterbury, and Mrs W. C. Walker, Cashmere Hills. BRITISH AND FOREIGN BIBLE | SOCIETY. The members of the Linwood Branch of the British and Foreign Bible Society were entertained by their president (Mrs C. W. Francis) at her residence. The secretary (Miss Buchanan) announced that £54 13s Id had been handed in, constituting an advance on last year. The Rev. A. W- Stuart congratulated the collectors. It was resolved to send a letter of greeting to Mrs J. R. Bunt, the former president, who recently left on a trip to England. During the afternoon a song was contributed by Mrs D. H. Shea-Li;wlor and a recitation .by Mrs R. Williamson (secretary of the Fendalton Branch). The following collectors were present:—Mesdames Brewins, Wilby, Wright, Black, Stevens, Askin, and the Misses Lill, N. Francis, Margaret, J., and A. Buchanan.

Most animals and birds are so covered with fur or feathers that no direct sunshine reaches the sJiin.

THE QUEEN'S GARDEN PARTY.

A BRILLIANT SCENE.

DISTINGUISHED GUESTS. 1 (rsoai era owi coreespoitdint.) LONDON, July 26. What & differenoe a burst of sunshine makes, especially to a garden party' Yesterday was a Red Letter Day for thousands of people because it was the day of the Royal Garden Party at Buckingham Palace. This year, to the universal disappointment, the King could not be present, though he was in resid n e at the Palace. It is said that he looked on without being seen. So it was the Queen's party and it passed off with great eclat. Invitations were sent to nine thousand people. Everyone who had the privilege of receiving an invitation felt greatly honoured, while for overseas visitors the experience always posisesses many thrills of patriotism and pride, besides providing delightful memories tor all time. People from the Dominions have no words adequate to express their feeling at being so near to so many members of the Royal Family assembled all together The most usual ejaculation is: "How wonderful! It is certainly worth the long journey for this alone!" The day was dull with a chill breeze until the sun broke through toward five o'clock and made the scene a really beautiful one, as it provided the needed warmth and brightness to show to the best effect the dainty flowered chiffons which were worn by hundreds of lovely women and girls. The Royal Gardens, like all gardens, have suffered for want of rain, but even so there were not too many dry patches of .'awn. There were lovely roses and masses of geraniums in flower, and beautiful shady trees in their prime. The sunshine on the lake made the whole picture a perfect one. The Royal Family. The gates were opened shortly after thres o'clock, so that by the time members of the Royal Family arrived in their cars there was a great concourse of people lined round the lawns to watch them and to guess who they might be, for they assemble some distance away and wait until the Queen joins them. The dainty little Duchess of York is always quickly recognised, and so is the tall and graceful Lady Patricia Ramsay. A few minutes before four o'clock the party was joined under the Ambassadors' trees—shadv planes—by King Fuad, many of whose staff, each wearing a red fez, were already there. Punctually at four, the Queen cam; out of the Palace accompanied by the Prince of Wales and Princess Mary, and greeted in turn the waiting party. Her Majesty spent a few minutes talking to King Fuad. Then the numerous guests far off began to . feel still a more personal thrill because the Royal party was seen to be approaching. Halfway across the Ambassadors' lawn they came to a halt while one of the two military bands played the National Anthem. Progress was resumed, and the Royalties drew nearer. The Queen was a distinguished figure in a dress of becoming pale orchid mauve chiffon with embroidered skirt, the corsage being made with a cape-like drapery which fell below the waistline at the back. Her ornaments were amethysts and diamonds, and there was a diamond brooch in her orchid mauve toque. Princess Mary, Viscountess Lascelles, who walked with the Queen, was in a daibty and eool-lookinp dress of pale green and white figured chiffon with flounced skirt, and a large shady hat to tone, bound with pale green. The Duchess of York, departing from her usual pink or bi»ige, was in a primrose yellow floral georgette with a simple straw hat, with drooping brim, to match. Her ornaments were ropes of j pearls. Lady Patricia Ramsay was in a floral : georgette patterned with roses of orange, black and white. Her small hat was trimmed with a wreath of soft j green and cream flat flowers. ' Princess Arthur of Connaught's green j patterned frock was worn with a chiffon j coat to match, edged with summer er- ! mine, and her close-fitting hat was of i beige felt. Princess Marie Louise, in beige lace, I and Princess Helena Victoria, wearing a coat of delphinium blue silk over a : blue pattern eu chiffon frock, were to-1 gether. i Others in the entourage included the Duke of Gloucester, the Duke of Connaught, the King of Greece, Prince George of Russia, and Prince Arthur of Connafight. Officials accompanying the party made ! a way through the lined-up guests and: the Queen began her customary round, | greeting friends, chatting with them j in - turn, and with noted visitors who ! were brought forward for presentation.! The Prince of Wales and Princess Mary were, for most of the time, with the Queen, while the Duke and Duchess of York were strolling in another direction, themselves holding court and greeting friends. By five o'clock the Queen, with the members of her family and with members of the Government, had tea in the Royal Pavilion, which was behind a bank of hydrangeas, and alongside this pavilion was the one set apart for the Diplomatic Corps Here there were many distinguished people of many nationalities For the general company there was a very extensive pavilion,, where refreshments in plenty and in great variety were served throughout the afternoon. Half an hour later, beneath the shelter of the Durbar, formal oresentations took place eminent people from fndia the Dominions, and colonies being brought forward by the accredited representatives. Sir lames Parr's small family for personal presentation to the Queen consisted of his Honour Mr Justice Reed, Mrs Reed, Mr F. Milner, C.M.G.. and Miss Betty Parr Standing close to the Queen were the Prince of Wales, the Duke and Duchess of York, Princess Mary, and Viscountess Luseelles. The Prime Minister and members of the Cabinet were in the background. Noted People Present. There are so many noted people to see and so many interests to keep one on the qui vive that people who go to the party for the first time are overwhelmed and are very anxious to miss nothing. The scene on the lawns is kaleidoscopic. ever-changing. One catches glimpses of people representative of every known organisation the Services, Diplomatic Corps the Churches, and all relieious bodies the theatre, music, art. literature and fire hrieade. Distinguished Tndians in great numbers, add to the brilliance "f the scene their robes and «s»reps being so rich in eol~urinst and so liberally interwoven with gold and silver tissue. Many of these notabilities, men and women, were presented to the Queen The r *rime Minister was accorrm'jn'ed by.Miss Ishbel Mac Donald and Miss i Joan Mac Donald (a medical I Tn the group was Lady Cynthia Mos- I ley, wearing a grev chiffon dress, | nrinted in an all-over desien. and a very large black hat. A red carnation ■ was in the hntton-hoje of Mr -Tack i Hayes Vf P once policeman and now of the Royal Household and with him were most "f the ' Labour Cabinet. Mr Baldwin was I there with Mr Neville Chamberlain

and Earl Peel to represent the Conservative Party. M*r T. P. O'Connor, the Father of the House, was wheeled across the lawn, talking to scores of friends; indeed, he held the largest reception of anyone. Mr Lloyd George spoke for some time to the King of Egypt. Dame Margaret Lloyd George was near, as was Miss Megan Lloyd George, M.P. Lord and Lady Irwin were together, Lady Irwin in a pretty flowered chiffon dress and a black hat. The Countess of Oxford and Asquith in a beige and black georgette dress, and a black hat. found many friends. Lady Alexander, beautifully gowned as always, found many friends and doubtless many sympathisers, for her experience with masked burglars in her room must have ! beer very nerve-racking. Dame Clara Butt looked handsome in a wonder- , fully embroidered coat and large hat. j Early arrivals included Mr and I Mrs Rudyard Kipling. General Hig--1 gins, of the Salvation Army, and members of his staff were presented to the j Prince of Wales. Three members of j the Cecil family, Lord Salisbury, Lord | Cecil, and Lord Hugh, all stood to- : gether chatting to Lord Davidson, the j late Primate, and the new Archbishop jof Canterbury. Sir William Llewellyn, P.R.A., and Sir David Murray were I among the artists, and Dame Madge Kendal, Miss Sybil Thorndike, all i< yellow, Mr Fred Terry, with his wife, I Miss Julia Neilson, and their daughter, I Miss Lilian Braithwaite, Miss Marie Tempest, and Mr Norman Forbes were some of the representatives of the stage. The Duke of Conn aught talked with an old soldier of the Punjab, whose row of medals showed that he i had been in most of the frontier fights, | and whose gold-embroidered khaki coat I and turban were the cause of much | admiration. j Many of the men looked very j "blacjc" in their dark clothes and sable "toppers." Those who wore grey hats—including the Prince of Wales and the Duke of York—looked more summery, and there was one distinguished person in a "topper" of pale beige that was very pleasing in its effect. The red fezes of King Fuad's suite gave some slight relief in a forest of top-hats. When the sun came out a number of sunshades went up, but not so many as usual, for, owing to jarly dullness, they 're not carried. One could not but be struck by the brilliantly hued j shoes of the women, every colour being seen, in satin or fancy leathers. One quondam New Zealander, gowned in beige, had cherry-cloured shoes with heels of gold to accord with her cherrytoned hat. These gay shoes are quite attractive on a green lawn. Some of the New Zealanders. Invitations were extended to about eighty New Zealand visitors, but the list is not available. During the course of the afternoon one saw Mr and Mrs Milner, Miss Milner, Mr Justice Reed/ Mrs "eed, Mr and Mrs W. T. Ritchie. Miss Ritchie, Mr and Mrs Howard Tripp, Mr and Mrs J. H. C. Bond. Mrs Knox Gilmer, Mrs E. Horton, Miss Audrey Horton, Dr. and Mrs H. Hardwick-Smith, Major and Mrs N. Newcomb, Mr and Mrs N. Blackmore, Mr and Mrs Moss Davis, Miss Davis, Dr. and Mrs Bernard Myers, Miss Daphne Myers, Mrs Mackenzie Wood, Mr and Digges-Smith and the Misses Digges-Smith (2), Miss Bayley, Mrs Nathan and Miss Gladys Nathan. Mrs McEwen, Mrs Moore, and Miss Harcourt. Lord and Lad' Jellicoe were always surrounded by friends, Lord Liverpool was seen, also Mr and Mrs L. B. Beale and Miss Beale. Some of the New Zealand visitors were presented to the Queen and to the Duke and Duchess of York. Soon after six p.m. the Queen re- , turned to the Palace, one of the n,ili. tary bands playing the National Anthem as a signal that her Majesty was departing, and that the long-anticipated function was over. By very slow degrees the visitors melted away, all loth te leave the beautiful grounds m the nicest part of the early evening of a summer day. Most _°f the visitors made a point of going inside the Palace to studv the portraits and the objets d'art in' the sections that were open.

WEDDINGS.

O'KEEFFE —McNEEU The marriage took place last T eek at the Church of the Sacred Heart, Timaru, of Hazel Agnes (Nan), youngest daughter of Mr and Mrs D. McNeil, Newton street, Timaru, to Timothy, son of Mrs and the late Mr M. CKeeffe, of Bosewill. The ceremony was performed and Nuptial Mass celebrated bv the Bev. Father Minehan. Beautiful and appropriate music was played by Mrs N. D. Mangos. The bride, who was given away by her father, wore a square-necked, longsleeved gown f ivory satin, made "~ith fitting bodice, and full Bkirt dipping to the ankles at the back. The bridal veil was of embroidered tulle, and was caught at the sides with clusters of orange blossom. A bouquet of freesias and maidenhair fern was carried. Miss Pat. McNeil, the bride's sister, who was the only bridesmaid, wore a charming frock of lupin blue georgette. Her wide-brimmed hat of pale pink felt was embroidered at the side with pink and blue flowers, and she carried a bouquet of blue anemones. The ist man was Mr Pat. OHeeffe, brother of the bridegroom. After the eeremony a reception was held in Te Good Intente.

AT THE NEW BRIGHTON TROTTING MEETING.

The New Brighton Trotting Course, with its spacious, smooth-shaven lawns, and pleasant outlook was crowded on Saturday for the club's Spring Meet- I ing. Though the sun shone cheerfully, a cold wind made the many women present seek the comfort of warm coats and furs. Amongst the many present were Mrs Kibblewhite, Mrs B. McKenna, Mrs Charles Cross, Mrs Sydney Johns, Mrs F. W. Johnston, Mrs J. Macintyre, Mrs W. Joynt, Mrs H<. Rothenberg, Mrs E. C. McCullough and Misses Mona and Nance McCullough, Mrs A. S. Gurney and Miss Jean Gurney, Mrs Polhill, Mr-s P. R. Climie, Mrs Torrance and Miss Helen Torrance, Mrs Withev. Miss Bain, Miss Ellis, Mrs JDwver and Miss Vera Dwyer, Mrs Ostler. Miss Ryan, Mrs J. B. Catherwood. Mrs W. G. Ires, Mrs Brailey (Dunedin) Mrs Claude Piper, Mrs T. Danks. Mrs W. E. Stiefeings, Mrs M- [ Sheedy, Miss Miriam Davis. Miss CorHett._ Mrs Prince. Miss McEvedy, Mis'? Mollie Ch-pman, Miss June Tennent, Mrs A. R. Mercer. Mrs Watson. Mrs T. Lewis, Mrs M. Baxter Mrs Norman Batchelor, Misses Dorothy Peneellv, Wilson (3). Bessie March, Rita Nutt, Mollv and Agnes Darby, Hampton (2), and Odie Kerr. New shipment to hand of Crockett and Jones and Bostoek special fitting Shoes with arch supports. Also Ladies 3 and Gents' summer-weight Golf Shoes in two-tone effects. Pannell and Co., 105 Manchester street. 'Phone 694. -6