WOMEN'S CORNER

Press, Volume LXVI, Issue 19960, 21 June 1930, Page 2

WOMEN'S CORNER

The Lady Editor will be pleased to xoceive for publication in the "Women's Corner" items of social or personal news. Such items shou.d b« fully authenticated, and engagement notices must bear tbe Signature! of both parties. Correspondence is invited on any matters affecting, or of Interest te, women. Mrs Barclay is leaving England early next month by the liangitiki for New Zealand, to visit her brother-in-law, Sir Heaton Rhodes, Otahuna. Mrs R. E. Alexander (Lincoln College) left on Monday night to pay a round of visits in the North Island. Miss A. B. Ware ("Belvedere," Okain's Bay), who has been on a holiday visit to Mount Cook, is at present the gnost of Mr and Mrs John Ware. Tai Tapu. Mr and Mrs Eugene McDermott are spending a few weeks' holiday in Auckland, and intend to be present at the races. Mr and Mrs W. M. Hamilton (Cashmere Hills), and Mrs E. Douglas Pulton and family (Bealev avenue), who are at present in England intend returning to New Zealand by the Ranjntano in September. Dr. Pullon will remain in England, and will later visit various hospitals on the Continent Miss Hull, director of Free Kindergartens in Christchurch. will be a delegate to the Pan-Pacific Conference to be held in Honolulu in j August. 1 Miss Faerie Dennis+on (Dunedin) is the guest of Miss D. Humphreys, Fondnlton. Mrs Ynyr Robinson and her two children (North Canterbury) are visiting Mrs F. H. Pyne, Naseby street. Mrs Cregoe, formerly Miss Hester Archer, has arrived in Christohurch from Canada, and is at present the guest of her mother. Mrs F. A. Archer, "Colwell," Fendalton Mrs L. G. Pocock and her two children (Brown's road), who have been visiting England, are now staying with relatives in South Africa, and will return to Christchurch in August. Mrs Cecil Wood (Armagh street west), who is visiting Duncdin, is returning to Christchurch on Monday. .Mrs Long (Timaru) is the guest of Mrs S. J. feampson, Brett's road. Miss Eileen Bonnington (Springfield road) is leaving shortly for a trip to Australia. Mr and Mrs A. Hobbs and family TSpreydon) accompanied by Mr and Mrs A. Mitchell, of St. Albans ; left by motor yesterday for Dunedin to see the first Test matchMrs C. Nicholson, Mayoress of Sumner, is inviting ladies interested in the Sumner Life-boat Institute to a meeting, oil Monday to discuss matters concerned with the launching of the nqVf life-boat. At the monthly meeting of the Biccarton branch of the Plunket Society Mrs Chilton presided. A. motion of sympathy with Mrs Moss Ballin in her bereavement was passed.' Mrs Trevor Foster's resignation was received with regret. Miss V. K. Bull, a former member of the staff of the Canterbury Public Library, has been appointed to reorganise the Public Library at Oamaru, and will . commence her duties next week. Miss Bull was in the local library for 14 years, and when she resigned her position eighteen months ago was senior assistant. The North China Missionary Committee are holding a sal© of "work in aid of the Mission, on Thursday next,,. June 20th, in St. John's Schoolroom, Latimer square, from 2.30 to 10 p.m. Mrs J. Cracroft Wilson will' perform the opening ceremon.v, while the City and suburban parishes will be m : charge of the various stalls as well as' the utternoon tea and supper. 'Amongst the attractive goods for sale will be a fine display. , of. beautiful Chinese ware. During the evening musical and other items will be contributed bv the Misses. Millicent JenI nings and Mulvanv Gray, and pupils. A pleasant evening was spent at the home of Mr and Mrs Pope, Gloucester street, where musical items, competitions, and dancing were enjoyed by the guests, amongst - whom were Mr and Mrs Pope, Mr and Mrs F. Schrader, Mr and' Mrs L. fichulta, Mr and Mrs Howlett, Mr andf ,T rs Prior, Mr and Mrs P. Schultz, KTsaea Gascoyne, N. Pope, Harris, S. Pope, Messrs W. ' Schultz, R. Pope, Cultain, J. Howlett, Barney, and B. Prior. A fox-trot competition and many' novelty dances will be attractive features of the carnival dance of Mr R. Stillwell's Assembly, to be held at tho Caledoniau Hall this evening. The gallery will be available to spectators. Superfluous hair destroyed bjr "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 HOT WATER BAGS, 4s &d. The best value in Hot Water Bags seen in Christchurch this winter is the Eclipse, which is sold by E. Cameron Smith. Chemist, Cathedral square; from 48 9d. The Eclipse is fitted with a patent unleakable neck, and it is made of thicker rubber, thus retaining the heat for a considerable time. —6 A WARM WELCOME. > Before you go out to-night pop a Unique Hot Watw Bottle into your bed. Then no matter how, late it is when you come home your Unique will give you a warm welcome. Unique Hot Water Bags retain heat longer than ordinary makeß. Ask your dealer for a Unique. —1 At Boncelle, 62 Gloucester Btreet [ West, ladies are amazed at the comfort and beauty of the new Permanent Wave, which leaves their hair beautifully soft and glossy without the usual dryness. 'Phone 32-139 for appointments. —1 A HOSPITAL MATRON SAYS: — Some samples of Sydal were sent to a hospital for the nursing staff. When acknowledging'them the Matron wrote: "I am pleased to Bay how very satisfactory we have found the result of one application of Sydal." Have you tried Sydal for your hands t Procurable from all chemists and stores. —-6 The distinctive charm of smart fur neckwear, is becoming increasingly popular with well-dressed women, ana we would therefore draw attention to an extensive range of the latest in pelts which have iust arrived and are being cleared at much reduced prices. W« invite your inspection. McGIBBOJTS, 154 Armagh street. —#

The latest arrivals at the Hotel Federal include Mr and Mrs Ayling (Invercargill), Dr. and Mrs Stubbs (Oamarit), Mr J. A. Gilmour (Wellington). Mr \V. Kinii (Timaru), Mr and Mrs Trott.(Lake Tekapo), and Mr and Mrs Wilson (Kaikonra). A pleasant evening was spent at the residence of Mrs Gibson, South Crescent road, Sprevdon, where competitions, games, and musical items were enjoyed. Competitions were won by Mesdames Shaw and Russell, and Miss A. Fehsenfeld and Mr Shaw. Musical items were contributed bv Mrs Russell, Misses Gibson and I. Fehsenfeld, and Messrs Shaw and Russell, and a recitation by Miss Dorothy Gibson. Those present were Mrs Gibson, sen., Mesdames G. and H. Gibson, Russell, Walton. Shaw, and Misses Gibson (2). Colton, A. and I. Fehsenfeld, Messrs Shaw (2), Gibson (3). and Russell. Mesdames G. J. Smith, J. G. Collins, E. C. Crosse, Misses Hazel Elmslie, Olive Mcllraith, Joan Fulton, Margaret Anderson, ITr. Douglas Anderson, Messrs J. G. L. Vernon, P. Borthwick, H. McD. Vincent, and John Guthrie, the members of {Tie committee arranging the village dance, to be held in the Orange Hall on Monday night, are finding it an easy matter to dispose of tickets for their novel entertainment. The hall will be decorated with rustic scenery, and the guests may we.ir plain or fancy costumes. An attractive dance will be performed by Mu.s Iris Montgomery, various divertissements will be introduced, a party of strolling gipsies will add to the merriment, and a typical village supper will bp se.ved. In aid of the funds of the Plunket Society a winter carnival cabaret will be held early next month in the Masonic Hall, Cashmere Hills. A committee organised by Mesdames A. F. Wright and H. Wales is now making preliminary arrangements. FREE KINDERGARTEN. CHRISTCHURCH ASSOCIATION. The monthly meeting of the Christchurch Free Kindergarten Association was held on Wednesday, when Mrs H. T. J. Thacker presided. Other members present were Mesdames T. E. Taylor, Peppier, Rodda, Lester, Aitlcen, J, R. Evans, Hadfield, Williamson,. Hamlin, Robinson, Retallick, Miss Mclllraith, and the secretary. Apologies were received from Miss Tabart, and Mesdames Dunbier and Peverill. A motion of sympathy was passed with Mrs Dunbier in her illness and the hope was expressed for her speedy recovery. The members congratulated Mrs T. K Taylor on her appointment as Magistrate's Associate on the Children's Court. Mrs Peppier read a letter from Mrs Hanan, secretary of the Free Kindergarten Union of New Zealand, approving of Miss Hull's nomination as a delegate to the Honolulu conference. A petition to Parliament protesting against the training of nurses in private hospitals was passed round for the signatures of those present. A letter was placed before the meeting intimating that the citizens of New Brighton were desirous of opening a kindergarten in that district, and that •an organising committee had been elected there. It was, therefore, resolved that this Association form a branch at New Brighton, and that a letter be forwarded to the New Brighton committee stating that an executive meeting 'would shortly be held, when representatives from Now Brighton will be asked to attend in order to discuss matters. The school reports for June were read. The kindergartens reopened on May 26th, and were closed on June 3rd for the King's Birthday. The roll numbers at present are as follows:—Sunbeam 49, Phillipstown 64, Sydenham 73, Selwyn 50, Linwood 44, Richmond 51. A number of children who were now five years old, had left kindergarten at the end of last term, in order to attend the public schools, while fifteen new names had been placed on the registers. A jumble sale was held at Selwyn during the month, the proceeds of which were to buy new chairs and stools. Mr Hutchings baa very kindly painted the new stools blue, red, and green, and the little ones greatly appreciate the bright colours. The ninth birthday of Richmond Kindergarten was celebrated on June 6th. when & large number of parents and friends were present. A birthday - cake was given by Mrs and the committee and parents provided afternoon tea. During the afternoon a bo* of chocolates given by Mrs Peverill was raffled. The Linwood Kindergarten celebrated their second birthday during May, when the children enjoyed the party arranged for them by the parents' committee. Mrs Gabites made a wonderful birthday cake, representing "I saw a ship a-sailing," and each child received a pretty paper cap. Miss Hull spoke to those present during the afternoon. On the same afternoon q. cake and produce stall was held by the local committee, who were also responsible for a most successful dance at the I Canberra Hall during the month. I Miss Dawe reported that the collections for the month amounted to £29 7s 6d. The donations received at the meeting were AS from Linwood Kindergarten and £2 13s 6d from Selwyn Kindergarten. Accounts amounting to £62 18s 6d were passed for' payment. Visitors during the month were Mesdames Bridgewater, Thompson, Retallick, Taylor, Misses Hillary, Curtis, Jones, and Hardy. GUILD OP MISSIONS. The monthly meeting of the Lincoln Parish Guild of Missions was held at the vicarage, Lfncoln, on Thursday afternoon. The vicar, Rev. A. H. Aclieson, presided. Arrangements were made for the produce stall at the sale of work on Thursday. Mesdames Acheson, Bulton, Kimber, G. Mcßean, and Miss V. V. Hynes undertook to help. It was reported that the parish quota for missions was in sight. An address by Rev. F B. Redgrave (a former vicar of the parish) on Melanesia, was much enjoyed. Many of those present were glad to renew acquaintance with Mr and Mrs Redgrave. Amongst those present were Mesdames Redgrave, Bulton, F. W. Hilgendorf. H. A. Kimber, E. J. Cooke, (1. Mcßean, Gordon Stoddart, T. J. Kimber, J. Wallace, J. J. Willan, Gerald Stoddart, N. Powell, E. H. Rowel 1,, j A. H. Acheson, the Misses V. V. Hynes, Pearson, and Q. Kimber. Mrs Acheson and Mrs Gerald Stoddart were the hostesses at afternoon tea.

A wide range of classes of particular interest to ladies is contained in the schedule of the Winter Show, which is to be held in King Edward Barracks from August 9th to 23rd. The needlework, cookery, and art handicraft sections are all well catered for. Schedules may be obtained from 151 Worcester street, or a postcard addressed to Box 296 will bring one free of charge. For those interested in bottled fruit, jams, etc., a special list of classes has been prepared. Since the schedule was printed the prize-money in some of the cookery classes has been liberalised. ■ ■6

ST. MARGARET'S COLLEGE DANCE. The Winter' Garden was crowded last right when the members of the St. Margaret's College Old Girls' Association held their annual dance, arranged with the twofold objects of stimulating the splendid spirit of loyalty which exists amongst the "old girls" of the egllcgc, and, at the same time, assisting the finances of St. Saviour's Girls' Home, at Shirley. The dance was a record success. The arrangements were carried 'out by Miss Janet Storry, vice-president, Mrs A. G. S. Gibbs (hon. treasurer), and Miss Rose Reynolds (hon. secretary), who must have been gratified at the success of their undertaking, and at the many sincere compliments they received on the excellence of their arrangements. The lounge, where bridge tables were arranged, was gay with chrysanthemums, and in the supper-room the decoration of which was carried out entirely by Miss Storry, the tables, with their narrow bands of blue and silver; the college colours, were adorned with blue irises and white daisies, and lit with candles in crystal candlesticks, with parchment-tintcd shades stencilled with the Association's badge and monogram. Music was supplied by the BailcyMarston Orchestra, and, after suppui, many gay head-dresses, some pictuiesque, some fantastic, but all the handiwork of Miss Reynolds, were donned by the dancers. A novel item was the mock battle waged between St. George on his charger and the Dragon for the hand of the beautous maiden, a duel cleverly burlesqued by a band of men and boys. The hostesses were Mesdames J. Cracroft Wilson, J. G. L. Vernon, Harold Barker, and Miss Bromley Cocks. Mrs Cracroft Wilson wore a handsome trained gown of black panne velvet, trimmed with parchment-tinted handmade lace; Mrs Vernon wore a black lace and georgette frock with front panel of black and rose-pink brocade; Mrs Harold Barker's charming frock of pale hyacinth blue georgette had a spray of hand-made goorgcttc flowers on the corsage; with it she wore a bridge coat of gold pailettes; Miss Bromley Cocks wore a frock of rose-pink souple *atin and a bridge coat ot roso and gold brocaded lame, with collar of grey those present were Mesdames D. p. Dickinson, Guy Cotterill, Endell Wanklyn, Frank Wilding, J. Woodhouse, Trevor Kensington, A. G. 8. Gibbs, W. A. C. McDonald, Wilfred Owen, J. 11. Grigg, Clive Crowley, A. K. Johnson,, J. H, Hall, Charles Rcia> E. Duncan, Peter Hall, Lionel Cooke, .Misses Janet Storry, Rose Reynolds, Olive Mcllraith, D. Anderson, Zona Rodie, Joan Spenee-£Jlark, Susie P rl "k" ehctt. Hilda Penny, Nettie Ncwland, Agatha Uplinm, Edith Mason, Dorothy Pnrson. Nell Gillespie, Elsie Rutter, Mae Millikcn. Muriel George, Doreen Shaw. Ruth Taylor, Neroli Smithson, Margaret Clark, Betty Macdonald, Bettv Crnwshaw, Kathleen Instone. Elaine Wickemlen, Helen Stephens, Edna Gill, Betty Thomas. Merla Munns, Gwen . Clarke. Amy Dixon. Janet Dixon, Kitty Dixon, Dorothy Judd. Graro Watkins, Dorothy Robinson, Philinna Hamilton, Linsell Benson. Tui P'annell, Christobel Smith, Margaret Lance, Lucy Pace. Monica Templeman. Mav Bland (Mt. Somers) Clare Woods, Barbara Baylev. Mildred Tliatt, Madge Robbins, MoIHe Pratt, Phyllis C'rompton, Maude Cocks, Jeanotte March, Nancy Henshaw, Nancy Parsons. Nan Macdonald, Enid Oxford. Ida Denton, May Kibblewhite, Mavis Mulcock, Pat White. Ailepn Thompson. Betty Thompson, Doreen Bradley, Nessie Jones, Barbara Salt, Eleanor Hodgson, Lorraine Dudley, Dorothv Whiic-hop, Edna Firth, Brcn. da Smith, Betty Barrow, Dora Prudhoe, Margaret Wilson. Marguerite Baxter, Kathleen Lnmbie, Betty Behan, Annie Langdale-Hunt, Ailsa West, Thelma Robson. Molly Rankin, Marjorie Sherris, Molly Little, Joy Bnrtram, Mary Pitts, Thelma Gee, Marjorie Brown, Agnes Brown, Phyllis Agar, Rita Clark. May Cracroft Wilson. Eunice Bulliyant, Marjorie Tingey, Brenda Bannehr, Joyce Wilkin&oni Betty Tipping, Effie Selbie, Mavis Nixon, Phyllis Ford, Marjorie Best. Iremj Horne, Rita Berry, Als •Jones, Mol'v Heasley, Constance Andrews. Phyllis Wilkinson, Vera Davidson, Marjorie Owen. Gertrude Browne, Betty Simpson, Eileen Tingey, Mary Garland, Joy Bhanc|, Marjorie Russell. Alma Chamberlain, Alison Cooper. Marjorie Irwin, Jean Davidson, Shirley James. Marjory Tait, Muriel Brown, Noeleen Craythorne, Ethel Morton. Hilda Andrews, Joan Dean, Marie Orchard, Irene Graham, Nnncv Green. Both Green. Gretohen Sargent. Tna McVinm'e, Phyllis Cooper, Renn Jaggar. Doris Fleming. Lorn a Forbes. Joan Lee. Betty Deighton, D. Armstrong. B'llee Allen, Tsabel Bates. Betty Bland f Ash burton' Gorge), Doris Crespin, and Elsa Wliitta. COMING-OF-AGE DANCE. A successful dance was given by Mr and Mrs J. H. Hill (Papanui road), who entertained a number of friends at the "Cadena" to celebrate the coming-of-age of their younger daughter, Florence. The supper-room was decorated with pink and gold streamers and chrysanthemums. Mr G. Gibb proposed the toast of the guest of honour, and presented her with the gold key. Mr A. A. Roberts proposed the toast of Mr and Mrs Hill. A vocal solo given by Miss Irene Hill was much appreciated. The distribution of novelties and a snowball dance added to the gaiety. The music was supplied by Seymour's Orchestra. Mr A. A. Roberts was M.C. Among those present were Mr and Mrs J. H. Hill, Mr and Mrs G. W. Gibb, Mr and Mrs A. A. Roberts, Mr and Mrs A. Bell, Mr and Mrs C. Gamble, Mr | and Mrs G. Maggs, Mrs Langley, Mrs Hassall, Mr and Mrs Hollander, Misses Florence Hill, N. Hay ward, Alsia West, I Cath. Rodgers, Hazel Cunningham, Jean I Fitzgerald (Waiau), Myra Gamble, Celia Langley, Gladys Dalley, Nell Williamson, Lucy, Guild, Betty Fairburn, Jean Williamson, Iris Atack, Zoe Gamble, Rene Hill, Elsa Macintosh, Winnie Maggs, Ruby Gamble, Edna Hewitt, Gladys Gennet, Greta Maggs, Patty Gamble, Merle Roberts, Eileen McKay, Doris McKay, Noeleen Corrigan, Messrs S. Dawson, I. Little, A. Morley, L. West, Li Hill, A. Thorn, A. Patterson, C. Card, I. Noonan, J. Thorn, J. Hobday, D. Gibb, E. Gibb, B. Colwill, A. Charlesworth, L. Watson, B. Hadley, W. Moughlin, E. McKay, A. Hunton, H. Dawson, A. Proven, M. Gibson, and G. Harrington. STILLWELL'S RINK. With approximately 8000 square feet of skating space available, Mr R. Stillwell's new skating rink in Ferry road continues to attract hundreds of enthusiasts daily. Morning, lunch hour, afternoon, and evening sessions are well patronised each day, and the learners' session between 6 and 7 o 'clock each evening is growing in popularity. To-night will be the final of the half-mile Handicap, and the Grand Final of the Ladies' quartermile championship. Miss Dickson, a devoted social worker, is the first woman nominated to the Bombay Legislative Council.

WEDDINGS. MAIN—DRON. On Wednesday, at the Presbyterian Church, Waikari, a pretty wedding was solemnised, when Agnes Susan, youngest daughter of Mrs Dron, Waikari, was married to Harold N. Main, also of Waikari. The Rev. J. Anderson officiated, and Miss Flossie Anderson presided at the organ. The church was prettily decorated by girl friends of the bride with gold chrysanthemums and greenery, pot-plants, and pewsashes of the bridal party s colours, while in front of the party was suspended a blue horse-shoe. . ~ , The hymn, "The Voice that breathed o'er Eden," was sung as the bride entered the church with her brother. She wore a pretty powder blue celanese silk frock, made with tight-fitting bodice and sleeves, the waist being finished with a narrow belt and a buckle of brilliants. The skirt was of two tiers—the top tier being finely accordeon-pleated at the 'sides. Her pale blue embroidered veil, which was worn in mob-cap style, was caueht at the sides with orange blossom, and formed a train, and her bouquet was of bronze chrysanthemums and autumn-tinted Iceland popnjps and maidenhair fern. Miss Edith Dron, sister of the bride, was the attendant bridesmaid. She wore a prettv frock of sapphire celanese made with tight-fitting bodice and sleeves, with touches of biscuit colour, the waist being outlined with tiny tucks and finished with a buckle. She wore a blue felt hat and carried a bouquet of bronze chrysanthemums and maidenhair fern. The bridegroom was attended by Mr W. McAdam, cousin of the bride, as best man. The reception was held at the home of the bride's mother. Mrs Dron wore a brown pleated frock with touches of blue, finished with a buckle, and a smart black felt hat. When Mr and Mrs H. N. Main left for their wedding tour, the bride was wearing a smart frock of brown charmalaine. a cinnamon brown coat with fur collar and cuffs, and a brown felt hat to mntrh. Their future home will be in Waikari. Tn the evening. Mrs Dron entertained a number of friends, when a happy tima was spent with games and music. BROWNLIE—BARKER. (BPECIAL TO THIS PRESS.) GISBORNE, June 20. At Holy Trinity Church, Gisborne, the wedding was celebrated of Maude, eldest daughter of Mr W. R. and the late Mrs Barker, to Maurice, second son of Mr and the late Mrs James Brownlie Wairoa. The bridegroom was the noted All Black footballer and was captain of the All Black team that visited England a few years ago. The bride, who was escorted by tier father, wore a frock of ivory satin beaute, n.ade with hip-yolk outlined with rows of crystal beads and a full flared skirt which fell to the ankles. The long tight sleeves were rucked and formed points over the hands. Her hand-embroidered tulle veil waa caught to the head with a band of massed orange blossom buds and the long train was of white silk lace lined with shell pink georgette. Her bouquet was of white roses and pink carnations. The bridesmaids —Misses A. Barker (chief), cousin of the bride, M. Sherratt, and E. and F. Brownlie, sisters of the . bridegroom, wore graceful gowns of ivory moire satin faille, made with full skirts, cut high in front afld falling ankle length at the oack. The long tight fitting bodices were finished at the necks with draped collars of white georgette caught with diamante buckles to match those at the cuffs.. Their hats were of ivory felt turned off the face with inlet bands. Mr Cyril Brownlie was his brother's bes't man and Messrs D; McCorkindale (Napier), W.. D. Barker (brother of the bride), and J. G. Nolan (cousin of the bride) were groomsmen. Following the ceremony, a reception was held at "Midelne.v," the home of tho bride's parents. Mrs Barker, stepmother of the bride, wore a model gown of royal blue marocain with inlet vest and cuffs of beige georgette trimmed with, pin tucks and crystal buttons, and a smart velour hat of the same shade. She carried a bouquet oi cream roses and maidenhair fern. The bride and bridegroom received the congratulations of their friends standing under an arch of two large silver fern leaves suspended from which was a bell composed of pink camelias. The ballroom. which had been turned into a comfortable lounge for the occasion, was decorated with vaseis of pink and white roses and large bowls of autumn foliage, while in the marquee, where the wedding breakfast was served, were crystal vases of carnations and asparagus fern. Mr» Brownlie, stepmother of the bridegroom, was unable to be present owing to illness in the faxnuyj Later, when leaving for a motor tour of the North Island, the bride wore a model frock of mushroom pink charmeuse, the skirt being made with handkerchief panels and a draped collar of . .beige georgette. She wore a grey souirrel fur coat and small pink velour hat. W.C.T.U. The members of the New Brighton branch of the W.O.T.U. held their monthly: meeting on Thursday afterr noon, the chair being taken, in the absence of the president, by Mrs M. Moses. . , ■ A motion of sympathy with Mrs Savill in ; the loss of her brother, also with the relatives of the victims of the recent Sockburn railway accident was carried. , , , A scientific temperance fact, dealing with "Alcohol and Food," was dealt with by the superintendent. "Temperance Education" was the subject of a paper read by Rev. O. S. Pearn. Mr Pearn said that each temperance organisation had its place, its values, and also its limitations, and that the solution of the liquor problem lay in temperance education, w?nch should be undertaken by the State. A vote of thanks was accorded the speaker. Arrangements were made to hold a jumble sale late in July. WOMEN'S CANCER CAMPAIGN. The women's' house-to-house campaign for funds by the sale of coupons is well in hand. The City, including Sumner, New Brighton, and Lyttelton, has een divideS into thirty-four blocks, winch have been allotted to willing helpers. JL)r. Clennell Fenwick is addres,-un£ a meeting at St. Chad's at the beginning of July on the importance of supporting the campaign. Mrs W. J. Hunter is organising a fancy dress Ball for children, to take place in the Winter Garden on Saturday, June 28th. Mrs A. fiunz is arranging a Sunday night concert at the Civic Theatre. Assisting her in the arrangements are Mrs G. W. C. Smithson, Mrs A. J. Benzie, Mrs Roy Mathews, Mifss Wil- , liams, and Miss N. Wiggins Mr Arthur Lilley has consented to give his services at the organ. Permission has been granted for a "Street Day" to be arranged on Friday* July 11th, for oollecting funds.