WOMEN'S CORNER

Press, Volume LXVI, Issue 19941, 30 May 1930, Page 2

WOMEN'S CORNER

The Lady Editor will be pleased to recoivo for publication In the "Women's Corner" items of social or personal news. Such items shou d 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 Mundy, of Palmerston North, is a visitor to Christchurch.

Mrs Cohen, of Wellington, is visiting her sister, Mrs Fisher, Heaton street.

Mrs B. C. llutherford returned yesterday from a visit to Wellington. -Mrs Marmaduke Bethell (Pahau Pastures) is visiting relatives in the Wairarapa.

Mrs Sharpe (Woodbury) is the guest of Miss Cecily O'llorke, Hagley avenue Mrs H. S. Fox (Kit-carton) is spending a holiday in 'Wellington. Mrs E. R. Reay (Durham street) is visiting her parents, Mr and Mrs W. Burt (Khandallah). Mr and Mrs G. Leslie Rutherford (Macdonald Uovvns) are recent arrivals at Warner's Hotel.

Mrs U. Dawson (Hanmer Springs), Mrs J. W. tlannan, and the Misses Hannan (Greymouth). and Mr and Mrs Dealy (Wellington) aro staying at the United Service Hotel.

Mr and Mrs R. A. Chaffey (Waiau) and Mr and Mrs H. D. Crossley (Rotherliani) are guests at the Clarendon Hotel.

The following are the latest arrivals at the Hotel Federal: Mr Walter Gibb (Tiinarn), Mr and Miss Glen (Kaikoiira), Mr A. Lane (Ashburton). Mr and Mis S Smith (Ashburton), Mr and Mrs Mol'hcrcon (Cave), and Mr J. It. Oliver (Wellington). Mrs J. D. Hall presided at a meeting of the Women's Division of the Farmers' Union, held in the Y.M.C.A. hall on Wednesday afternoon, when 'Mr Nairn gave an interesting and much appreciated address on "Gardening.''

The Christehurch Sailing Club is holding a dance in the Redeliffs Community Hall on Saturdav next to mark the close of the 1920-30 yachting season. Mnrgaret Middleton's Orchestra has been .engaged for the evening, and the usual novelties will be arranged An excellent supper will be provided. Miss Gladys Rose, a punil of Miss Bessie Macdonald, gained five first places nnd one second in the dancing section of the Competitions. A pleasant evening party was given recently by Miss Ellen E. Hob*on, of the Melbourne School of Dressmaking, Kiecarton. to mark the ending of the term. Pupils and friends were present, and musical items, competitions, games, and dancing were enjoyed. Mrs J. Field acted as accompanist. Duets were played by Misses Edna and Winnie. Slade, of Riccarton. Prizes were awarded for the neatest frocks made by the pupils, and thes<- were presented by Mrs S. J. Ryan. The first prize was awarded to Miss Winnie Mackie, of Dun*andel, and for the >e ond prize equal places were given to .Wishes Agnes Johnstone, of Dtm«andel. and Winnie Slade, of Lower Riccarton. the work i j° ther P U P' ,S highly commended. The competitions were won by Misses Phyllis Palmer, Enn Telford and Margaret Ryan. Supper was served, and cheers were given for the -principal, Mrs Ryan.

A RED DIAMOND. Who has ever heard of a Red Diamond t Many people. Whon buying a breakfast food ask for Red Diamond Otis or Red Diamond Flakies. Both contain the full nutritive properties of the pure oat, and provide a delicious energy breakfast in a simple (asily digested form. Red Diamond Otis and Red Diamond Flakics do not overheat the blood. 2

"MACDONALD" WAVING 3 GNS. Clients of R. and M. Beattie will be keenly interested to learn that the latest Maedonald steam waving machine has been installed. With this method no electricity or wires come within two feet of the hair. It is entirely a steam proiess. Macdbnald waves from 3 guineas, also Eugene from 2 guineas R and M. Beatti*. 748 Colombo street, next Chisnall and Stewart. 2 Those who sit up and read long after the fire has burnt low, appreciate getting into a bed warmed with a "Unique" Hot Water Bottle. A "Unique" has the advantage of retaining its heat longer than ordinary Hot Water Bags. Ask your dealer to show you a "Unique." —6 THE FUR "ROME." "All roads lead to Rome" used to be true, but that was long ago, and roads have changed since the day of spear and mailed warrior. Our Rome is at VAUGHAN'S, 124 Cashel street, next Ballantynes, where fur wearers will be delighted with the display of summer priced furs and coats. 1 That dismal reminder of a past age—the washing board—can go under the copper—its proper place—when you'use Sno-Wite, the washing powder that makes all your clothes as white aa driveD snow. Does not roughen the hands. Your grocer, if he studies his customers, carries a stock of Sno-Wite. —* REG. STILLWELL»S ASSEMBLY. Two dance bands—Bradford's and Jackson's —will again supply appropriate music to-morrow night at the Caledonian Hall, between 8 o'clock and midnight. There will be plain and jazz dances during the evening. The gallery wi'.l be open to spectators, and supper will be supplied free to the dancers.

WEDDINGS.

RICHES—MONTGOMERY. At St. Andrew's Church on Wednesday evening, the marriage was celebrated by the Rev. J. Lawson itobinson, ot Phyllis Barr, eldest daughter of Mr John R. Montgomery and the late Mrs Montgomery, of Garden road, Fendalton, and Edward John, only son oi Mr and Mrs li. Uicliea, oi Ueraidine. Mr Montgomery gave his daughter away, and Air olaudo H. Davies, a friend of the onUe's family, played the nuptial music. Mr X\ J. Bennett was best man. The bride wore an elegant gown ot parchment coloured crepe chamois, made with long-titted bodice, long tight sleeves, and nared ankle length skirt, with an appliqued panel forming an over-tier in ihe trout, and tailing in long points at each side. Her .veil ot old laco was arranged with an upstanding frill across the back of her head, held in place with sprays of orange blossom, and revealing the coils of her golden hair across the front ol her head Her bouquet was composed ot pale yellow chrysanthemums and tea-roses. *

She was attended by her sister, Miss Evelyn Montgomery, who wore an ankle length frock of buttercup yellow crepe chamois, with deep fitted hipyoke and flared skirt falling to form a short train at the back. The bolerolike bodice was cut low back and front. s t nd connected with pointed panels to the otherwise detached collar of lace Her hat of buttercup yellow felt was upturned in front, with a long pleated back, and she carried an autumntinted bouquet of chrysanthemums and ahutiloiis.

After the ceremony a reception was held at the home of the bride's father, where the guests were received by Mrs Goodeve, grandmother of the bride who wore a gown of black satin with amethyst embroidery, and hat to match, and carried a bouquet of violets and primroses. Miss Celia Montgomery wore a frock of georgette in two shades of pink, with shoulder posy of pink antirrhinums, and a swathe of pink tulle on her hair. Later in the evening some of the younger friends entertained the bride and bridegroom at a dance, held in Mr Shand's studio. Mr and Mrs E. J Riches have left for the North Island, the bride travelling in a black cloth tailored costume. :ind Mack velour hat. They leave Auckland on June 3rd for America, where they intend to spend a year before going to Geneva, their future home.

TRTJM AN—GORDON. A wedding of local interest was celebrated recently at Tooioa, near iaUiupe, when Alilley, eldest dauguter ol Mr and Mrs I>. U. Goroou. ol Tooroa, was married to Harold, A., only bon of Mr A. C. and'the late Mrs Truman, ol Christchurch. The Rev. i). (J. tlerron, of Auckland, performed the ceremony. The bride, who was given away by her father, wore a simple white satin trock, with bridal veil and orange blossoms, and carried a shower bouquet of pale pink chrysanthemums, lilies, and roses.

She was attended by her three sisters. Misses Jean and Mollie being bridesmaids, and Miss Blanche flowergirl. Thev all wore frocks of maize hgured tafieta and georgette, and felt hats to tone, and carried autumn tinted bouquets. The bridegroom was attended by Mr W. Dellow as best man, and Mr D. R. Gordon as groomsman. After the ceremony the guests gathored at the homestead, "Wairere." where breakfast was partaken of. and the usual toasts honoured. Mrs D. G. Gordon received the guests, wearing a frock of black embossed georgette, with black felt hat. She carried a bouquet of red flowers nnd autumn leaves. Earlr in the afternoon Mr and Mrs H. A. Truman left bv motor for the Lakes district. Their home will be in Taihape.

GOLDEN WEDDING. - A very happy gathering was held at St. Saviour's Hall, on the occasion of the golden wedding of Mr and Mrs R. Gallagher, of Gibbon street, Sydenham. Hvery surviving member of the family was present, ns well as 18 grandchildren and ono great-grandchild. The evening was spent in games and dancing, with songs by Mr Clark, and recitations by Miss Doreen McKenzie, who present'*} her grandmother with a bouquet. About 100 guests sat down to supper, when the usual toasts were honoured, and several congratulatory telegrams were read The decorations, including a wedding bell, were in gold, and the cake was also decorated with gold.

ST. MARY'S TENNIS DANCE. The St. Mary'a Tennis Club has recently acquired a property in Berry street, where they intend to lay down five new courts this year. To the funds for this purpose the club will devote the profits from their annual dance, which was held in St. Mary's Memorial Hall, Manchester street, last night, and which, despite the boisterous weather, was a pronounced siifcess. The hall was gaily decorated with rows of coloured paper streamers suspended from the ceiling. One end of the hall, partly divided by folding doors from the dance hall was arranged as a lounge, and was decorated with large brass bowls of bronze chrysanthemums. Marigolds in crystal vases brightened the eupper tables. Music was supplied by the lanthe Club Band. The members of the committee responsible for the dance arrangements ivere Misses Peggy Flood. Phyllis Neil. Rertrude Lattimore, Patricia Wall .Messrs A. V. Brown, J. Haughey w! Browni S. Ashton, and R. E. Dunn, with Miss Agnes Darby and Mr Bay Uoland as joint secretaries. At an interval in the dancing trophies won during the year were preS A by # e Re /- F . at l , . er Di S n an *° S f JT er * ty J?i dies ' handicap singles), Mr F. A. Holley (men's hnnMr a *r TiM' *) nd £»■ A. Brown and AiLlv n ? / c ?™ bl "ed doubles handicap). On behalf of the club Father D'gnan presented Mr J. Johnston with assisTance PlPe ' ™ ***»«**" of his

Amongst the ladies present were and T. G. \\arren. Misses 01™ Healev Peggy Flood, Muriel Cox, Al.Ye Church* .Irmn Blake Janie Rennell MargaSt Marv fir pray '« Irene Rohloff, Wall ColL M ™ a , Mar? "'»» i ■ uoiothy Blake, Phvlli<i Nni &!Sr e Latt j m ° r *. Maisie Murray &e ad S olle a v nd RS?"* W.ll.'ffiS 'Bwrke Irene' awX a ?, d M ? rif>ri "

OBITUARY.

MRS MARGARET STAPLES-

BROWNE.

(MOM OVS OWH CORBESFONDEKT.)

LONDON, April 24,

Mrs Margaret Staples-Browne, known to New Zealanders .as Maggie Papakura, died at Oxford on April 16th - For a good many years Mrs Staples-Browne was the chief guide at Whakarewarewa (Uotorua) and thousands of people who visited Rotorua before iyuß were fascinated by her charm of manner. Her collection of signed photographs which she kept in her show whare, includeU those of several Royal personages whom she had conducted round the geysers and hot springs. About twenty years ago she came to England with a party of Maoris, who erected a ,tx at the Earl's Court Exhibition, and gave native dances and songs. Instead of returning to New Zealand she married Captain StaplesBrowne, and went to live near Oxford. In recent vears Mrs StaplesBrowne had a house in Warnborougb. road. Oxford, and her son (by a former marriage) has bean farming on the estate which they originally occupied. During the war Mrs Staples-Browne had a large house at Walton-on-Thames. where she was very generous in her entertainment of the men who were in the New Zealand Hospital, where Captain Startles-Browne was one of the staff of Colonel Bernnrd Mvers. Always eager to make Mew Zealanders welcome, she extended invitations to many at Oxford, some of them students, others visitors to the Universitv city. Of late her visits to London were less frequent than thev previously had been, but when she did come up. she liked to entertain New Zealand friends at her club.

Mrs Staples-B-owne had a severe attack of angina pectoris, and died two dayn Inter, nt the age of 55 The fnnernl took place at Oddington Churchyard on Saturday. It was in this church a few vears ago that, on Hrs Staple?-Browne's initiative, a tablet wns erected *■/» the memory of the soldiers who foil in the war. Even so far hack n» fourteen years. ATrs Staples-Browne hnd evpressed the wish to be buried at Oddington.

Anthropological Studies. The following appears in "The Times" : "The sudden death at Oxford on Wednesday of Mrs Staples-Browne at the age of 56 will be a severe loss to all students of primitive religion and folk-lore, and to a wide circle of friends. Mrs Staples-Browne was a full blood Maori. After taking the regular anthropological course in the University she was devoting her time at Oxford, where she was a member of the Society of Home-Students, to a complete exposition of Maori folk-lore and religious customs. The especial value of this work lav in the fact that it did not consist, as do so many similar works, of the scantv gleanings of an alien anthropologist, but was a historv of a remarkable people written by one of themselves, who bv her hereditary position knew all the traditional lore, and at the same time hnd studied Western methods of comparative anthropologv. ft is satisfactory to know that this her life's work, although not yet published,. had received her final revision 'ln addition to her literary work. Mrs Staples-Browne hnd formed a large and valuable collection of objects illustratinp Maori culture, and on rare occasion" could He persuaded to use : them <AB a background for a lecture or informal talk, an experience qf)t easilv forgotten by anv who had the good fortune to be a member of her audience."

Decorating dinner-tables for private Parties is a well paid business in New York, the fees charged fanging from €4O to £2OO. Manv firms of this sort earn from £4OOO to £6OOO a year.

WOMEN'S CHRISTIAN TEMPERANCE UNION.

The usual fortnightly meeting of the Christchurch branch of the W.C.T.U. was held on Wednesday evening. Miss Henderson presided.

Before the business Mrs Richards demonstrated to some representatives of the "Y" branches what, could be done "with wastes," such as'tins, cardboard, and brown paper. Mrs Richards offered to teach Barbola work, etc., and arrangements were made to meet in class, to learn this work, on Friday evenings at Centra] Brighton. Correspondence waß read- from the secretary of the Returned Soldiers' Association thanking all members who

had helped on Poppy Day, and informing them that the committee had decided to cancel the proposed social in view of the present economic conditions.

It was decided to hold a bring and buy sale oft the second meeting day of every month, and to hold a jumble sale at the Foresters' Hall in July, and also to hold afternoon at homes. .

Correspondence' was read from . the secretary of the Y.W.C.A., who asked for hejjgrs to_. collect on their street collection day next Wednesday. Several members volunteered to assist.

The president then called upon Miss Palmer to speak of her life as a missionary in Egypt. Miss Palmer first touched upon some of the conditions of life in Egypt, and said that there was a worse trouble there than alcohol drinking, Le., the taking of the

drugs; the victims often becomuS sane in,two years. Miss ififjjHl endorsed Hiss.Palmer,'* .remaHpjS hearty vote of thank* was the speaker for hei^fartereati^gj During the evening' was given by Miss M. IL'IBUhe&J per was served by a'speeiiikajra The meeting closed