WOMEN'S CORNER

Press, Volume LXVIII, Issue 20563, 3 June 1932, Page 2

WOMEN'S CORNER

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| ANNUAL DANCE. COMBINED BANKS' STAFFS. 'l'he eighth annual dance of the Christchrirch combined banks' staffs was held at the Winter Garden last night. The guests of honour were Mr and Mrs George McLeod, Mr and Mrs R. A. Barnsdale, Mr and Mrs R. H. J. Camm, Mr and Mrs A. B. Jones, and Mi" and Airs A. V. Winchester, The committee in charge of arrangements were Misses Marie A. Ott, and Dorothea Wild, Messrs D. D. Davis, W. M. Rumbold, D. Moßae (treasurer) and W. Frasei'-Patehett (secretary). Miss Marie Ott's frock was of brown faconne, and Miss Dorothea Wild wore a frock of aprioot georgette with coatee to match. The dance music was supplied by the Bailey-Marston orchestra, and exhibition dances were given by Mr and Mrs Leo Bowden. Among those present were Mesdames C. Ranger, Andrews, J. R. Worgan, Douglas Henderson, D. M. Mcßae, H. Fraser-Patchett, W. F. Hamilton, Arthur Muschamp, Orton Cowan, N. Heslop Soott, C. Maitland Sheppard, Owen Rogers, Frank Amodeo, T. R. Pope, T. W. Robson, N. M. I'eryer, D. B. Moore, Floyd Sheppard, B. Bassett, C. S. Milis, H. P. Donaldson, James Gregory (Ashburton), Maitland Clarkson, B. Perry, Norman Nicol, li. F. Black, J. E. Scott Shirley Wright, H. E. Garth, N. Simes, R. E. Bennett, P. C. Burnett, N. Donovan, E. F. Eumm, Harold Muschamp, Oscar Anderson, G. W. Robinson, K. Suckling, Misses Marjorie Dillamore, Maureen Campbell, Jessie Sutton, Ruth Ogilvie, Betty Nancarrow, Dorothy Lennie, Isabel Morrison, Moira Milne (Oamaru), Betty i Hughes (Rangiora), Ngaire Shankland (Rangiora), E. Burns, Isabel Robinson, R. Gallagher, Mary Chaney, Molue Taylor (Ashburton), G. Taylor (Ashburton), Pat Roberts, Brenda Smith, Joy Nichols, Ann Pett, Ranee Broughton, Alice Olliver, Lou Camm, Peggy Wright, Joan Harker, Peggy Rhind, Ola Murphy ; Esther GoodlancL Barbara Beckett, Ins Steele, Dixie Hepburn, Joan Dean, Jill Shand, Freda Gregory (Ashburton), Wiki Aird, Win Elliot, Cynthia Wood, R. Fulton, Mabel Blamires, Nan Wallace, Jessie Slocombe, Eleanor Eaton (Timaru), Betty Shand, Betty Berg,h, Lmda Constable, Joyce Ryan, Alice Poison, Stella Edwards, Betty Thomas, Mavis Pillenger, Esther Lomax, Phyllis Cooper, Gwen Wansbrotigh, Edna Wilson, Joy Whitehead, Eileen McCarthy, Betty Merly, Ellie Miller (Masterton). Peggy Flood, Olive Scott, May Scott, Ra« I Lancaster, Gwen Scott-Baker, Doris Tavener, Frances Beecroft, Betty Orsborn, Myrtle Williamson Betty Simpson, Mary Grimes, Mollie Hastings, Bornadine Wall, Adelaide Kennedy, Joyce Le Roi, Madge Davison ( Lily Phillips, Berta Donovan, Ruth Niblock, Alison Cooper, E. Penny, K. Penny, Esther Rose, Althea Bennett, Rita Clark, Winifred Stenhous© (Dunedin). Leonie Reynolds (Greymouth), Idris Walls, Winifred Green, Joy Wolf, Ivy Fowler, Hazel von Sierakowski, Gretchen _ Sargent, Joy Burt (Wellington), Maisie Lawson, Mildred Jackson, Marjorie Turton, Winifred Dobbs, Maisie Jamieson, Kathleen Hitt, Bonnie Nicholls, Esther McRae, Ila Mortlock, Ella Fletcher, Kathleen Dobson, Mollie Milson, Irene Farris, Vera Davidson, Gertrude Lattimore, Lilian Crocker, Linda Taylor, Phyllis Neil, Peggy Braid, L. Wisker, Kathleen Dykes, May Sty ants, Edna Firth, Iris Hutton. Billie > Strachan, Peggy Angus, Elsie Smith, Isabel Buckham, Jean Boyes, Marjorie Bend, Doris Kleeman (Timaru), Valma Miller, Veraa Thompson, Evelyn Dykes, Loma Barwicb, Eileen Brunt, Molne Clark, Betty Bowling, Mercy Cooper (Ashburton), Mae Scofield, Thelmfl Grant, and Kaara Trent.

Sir Walter and Lady Stringer having been members of the Canterbury branch of the Navy League for many years, it was decided at a meeting last evening to forward to them the League's hearty congratulations 011 the occasion of their golden wedding. Miss Leonie Reynolds (Greymouth) is spending a holiday with friends m Christchurch. Mrs Begg (Bath, England), who has l;een the guest of Mrs Charles Cooper, Brown's road, has left for Wellington, where she will stay for a short visit before leaving for Australia and America. Miss Monica Harper and Mr Anthony Harper (Otaki) are arriving in Christchurch next week to visit Miss Haltnai Loughnan, Avonside. Miss Maisie White (Hastings) arrived in Christchurch yesterday, and has entered the Christchurch Hospital for a course of training. Miss Phyllis Boyl© has arrived in Christchurch from Timaru, and has taken a flat in St. Elmo Courts tt>r some weeks. Mrs D. Buddo (Heaton street) returned yesterday from a visit to the North Island. Miss N. Williamson, who has recently been teaching at Linwood avenue, has been appointed assistant mistress at the Hapuka School (Kaikoura).

Miss Irene Wrathall (Napier) has joined the nursing staff of the Public Hospital, Christchurch. Miss Eileen Tingey, Innes road, is visiting Miss Doris Gardiner, Purau. The engagement is announced of Ina Burgess, youngest daughter of Mr and Mrs A. Brettell, Cuba street, Linwood, to Herbert, only pon of Mr and Mrs J. Chaplin, River road, Richmond. The engagement is announced of Ismay, younger daughter of Mr and Mrs H. Digges Smith, Talavera terrace, to Sidney (Peter), elder son of Mr and Mrs Sidney Kirkcaldie, Karori, Wellington. Nurse Maude gratefully acknowledges donations from North Canterbury district girl guides, clothing from Methven girl guides, clothing from Woodend brownies, Girls' High School, babies' wear and cot covering from Shona, clothing from Women's Division of Farmers' Union, Springfield. Arrangements are in the hands of an energetic committee for the Public Trust Office annual dance, to be held at the Cafe Frascati, on Thursday, June 30th. Tickets may be obtained from the secretary or members of the committee. The death occurred on Tuesday at the Wairau Hospital of Mrs Redman, wife of Dr. W. E. Redman, of Spring Creek. Mrs Redman had been a patient in the institution for two or three weeks ? but was believed to be making a satisfactory recovery, and the end came unexpectedly. A pleasant afternoon was held at "Lavington," the residence of Mra C. R. N. Mackie, Holies ton street, North Linwood, when several friends gathered to bid farewell to Mrs F. Robson, who is leaving the district to reside at Lincoln. Elocutionary items were contributed by Mrs Beryl Windsor. An interesting competition was won by Mrs Grigg. On behalf of the guests a presentation was made to Mrs Robson by Mrs Richardson. A dainty afternoon tea was served by the hostess.

Miss E. Pogson was the guest of honour at a party held at the home of Mrs Pope, Armagh street. Musical and elocutionary items and competitive games were included in the programme. In the games the Misses Pogson, Lonargan, and Wolfendale were the fortunate prize-winners. Before tea was served, Miss Wolfendale, on behalf of those assembled, presented Miss Pogson with a bouqnet and a suitable' gift, to commemorate the occasion, and as an expression of the high esteem in which Miss Pogson was held by all present. The Misses McQuillan, Douglas, Seeley, Harlock, South on, and Wakeford also contributed to the success of this happy little function. KNIT A DRESSING JACKET. 1 Beautifully cosy dressing jackets and 1 bed-wraps can be worked with the new "SOFTA" Wool. This knitting yarn is delightfully smooth and supple in texture and is an excellent washing quality. Send 3d stamps for Booklet 275, Dressing Jackets, to Patons and Baldwins, Ltd., Box 1441E, Wellington. —5 GIRL'S THREAT SUCCESSFUL. It's a short, sharp story. Young man careless of his health. Girl threatens dire punishments unless he takes something for hacking cough. Takes Bensom Balsam. They live free from colds fiver after. Benzoin Balsam smashes colds. Is 6d, 2s 6d. All Grocers and Tavener, Chemist, next A. J. White's. CAUSE OF OVERWEIGHT. Doctors say that ugly excess fat is caused by faulty assimilation of food, for some people absorb too much fat from their food and steadily put on weight. Youth-o-form Capsules prevent the absorption of fat from your food, allowing the body to lose its ugly fat | easily and naturally at the rate of from | two to eight pounds weekly. Yonth-jo-form is obtainable at 6s 6d from Barretts' and Other Chemists. —2 The term "pulled figs" means figs prilled from tne trees and sun-dried. Ordinary dried figs are those picked ap from the ground at the foot of the trees and then dried. When picked up they are usually bruised and gritty. I The difference in taste and quality is obvious. It is well to know that onfy the finest "pulled" figs are sold at the Sanitarium Shop, 698 Colombo street, Christchurch. —2 PARTY AT CHEVIOT. Mrs G. Brown was the hostess at a pleasant afternoon party given in honour of Miss S. Mackay, who is to be married shortly. The hostess wore a blue crepe de chine frock relieved with fawn, and the guest of honour wore a dainty frock of deep beige crepe de chine. On the spacious sunuy verandah competitions were held. Items were contributed by Mrs A. Elliott (song), Miss G. E. Morgan (piano solo), and Miss F. M. Orchard (monologue and recitation). The winners of the competitions were Mesdames Williams and Honeybone, Misses G. E. Morgan, and F. M. Orchard. Miss Mackay received many useful gifts. Those present were Mesdames G. Brown, D. Mackay, D. Morgan, C. T. I'owis, J. Williams, A. McGiffert, F. S. Wilson, W. A. Elliott, A. Elliott, M. C. Morrison, E. P. Honeybone, C. T. Powis, S. Clark, Johnstone, and C. Dalgety, Misses S. Mackay, A. Wilson, L. Elliott, F. M. Orchard, and G. E. Morgan,

THE LATE MRS JAMES GEDDES. THE FUNERAL. Many relatives and friends of the family attended the funeral at Bromley cemetery of the late Mrs Jas. Geddes, of Ladbrooks. Mrs Geddes was held in the highest esteem on account of her practical charity in the various parts of the province where her husband had been engaged in business or farming, and this esteem was reflected in the number of mourners who attended the interment. The pall-bearers were Messrs R. V. Geddes (son), J. and E. Richardson (bothers), F. Perham (son-in-law), W. Baker, and C. Schaffer. Wreaths were received from members of the Geddes and Richardson families in Christchurch and Dunedin, and the following:—Mr and Mrs T. Thompson and family, Mr and Mrs C. SchaSer antl Alastair Milne, Canterbury Licensed Victuallers' Association, Mr and Mrs H. "W. Wise and family, Mr and Mrs Rosewarne and family, Mr and Mrs G. Loversidge and family, Mr and Mrs W. J. Smith, Mr and Mrs Oliver Cock and family, Mr and Mrs Morgan O'Brien, Mr and Mrs L. Coleman (Halswell), William Maher, Mr and Mrs Roderick McPherson and Allan, Ladbrooks School House, and Mr D. Steadman. COIN PARTY. Lady Clifford and members of the supper committee of the Charity Ball, last week issued invitations for a coin party, which was held in Jellicoe Hall yesterday afternoon, and proved very enjoyable, and particularly successful from a financial viewpoint. About three hundred and fifty guests greatly enjoyed the excellent programme arranged by Mr W. Toomey, the contributing artists being Mrs D. F. Dennehy (piano solos), Mrs Frank Hinton, Miss Myra Sutton, Miss Millicent 0 'Grady, Messrs David McGill. and W. Toomey (songs), and Misses Naare Hooper and Daisy Armstrong (humorous dialogue). Mrs Dennehy, Mrs Toomey, and Mr S. Morgan acted as accompanists.

At the conclusion of the programme tea was served by the committee. The Eev. Father T. Hanrahan, on behalf of the * organisers, thanked all who had contributed towards the unqualified success of the party, particularly mentioning the Returned Soldiers' Association, which had lent the hall free of charge, Mr W. Toomey, who organised the programme, and all the performers. Arrangements were progressing splendidly, he said, for the Charity Ball, which is to. be held on June 22nd, and he hoped all the guests would do their best to stimulate the sale of tickets, so that a substantial sum would be available for the. relief of distress in the City;, ' ' . .

WEDDINGS. WOOD—DE LACY. Ai St. Andrew's Church the evening wedding was celebrated of Miss Nancy Beatrice De Lacy, second daughter of Mrs W. Millner, Middlepark road, Sockbuz-n, and of the late Mr A. H. De Lacy, to Mr Clarence William Wood, second son of Mr and Mrs J. Wood, O'Brien's road, Sockburn. Tho ceremony was performed by the Rev. J. Lawson Robinson. Mr Robert Lake was organist, and special wedding hymns were sung. The bride, who was escorted by Mr W. Millner, wore a frock of ivory crepe satin, made with "fully flared trained skirt, shaped hip panels, short-waisted bodice, and long tight-fitting sleeves. Her silk and silver embroidered wedding veil was held iu position by a coronet of orange blossom. She carried a sheaf of white arum lilies. The bride waa attended by two biidesmaids —her sisters—Miss Ivy Josephine De Lacy and Miss Kathleen Maude Millner. Miss De Lacy wore a pink satin ankle-length frock and pink lace coatee, with Elizabethan collar and white fur cuffs. _ Her Juliet cap was made of pink sequins and pearls, and she carried a bouquet of belladonna lilies, carnations, and sweet peas. Miss Millner's frock, made in similar style, was of blue satin, her coatee of blue lace, and her Juliet cap of blue sequins and pearls. She carried a bouquet of lilies and carnations. The bridegroom was attended by Mr Allan MoGregor as best man and Mr Leslie McGregor as groomsman. The reception was held at Dixieland, Mrs Millner, the bride's mother, wearing a black georgette and lace dress, a floral velvet coatee, and black hat. She carried a bouquet of autumn-tinted flowers and foliage. The bridegroom's mother, Mrs J. Wood, wore a black georgette and lace frock, black velvet coatee with white fur cuffs, and a black felt hat with large white feather. She carried a bouquet of autumn-tinted flowers. Dancing and music were enjoyed, items being given by Misses Smith, Eva De Lacy, and Messrs Winter Cole and C. Woods. The bride travelled in a black and vbite georgette frock, black coat, and black hat, trimmed with a white feather.

PLUNKET SOCIETY. OPAWA-ST. MARTINS SUBBRANCH. A meeting of the committee of the Opawa-St. Martins sub-branch of the Plunket Society was held at Mrs Hansen's home, with Mrs J. Tait presiding over a good attendance of members. Nurse McClea's report for Opawa for the month of April was as follows: Adults 83, babies 80. Nurse Bowron's report for St. Martins showed adults 89, babies 82, older children 23, and new cases S. Subscriptions were gratefully received from five new subscribers: Mesdames H. A. Wynne, A. F. Tylee, Whitta, Ewart Smith, and Squire.

SCARGILL BRANCH. Tha monthly meeting of the Scargill sub-branch of the Plunket Societywas held on Tuesday afternoon. In the absence of the president, Mrs H. Acton-Adams, Mrs A. Fairbairn presided. The following report was received from the visiting nurse for the month of April: Visitors to office, mothers 15, b*ibies 15, older children 1, visitors 2, telephone calls 2, visits paid to homes 1. The general health of the babies during the month was very satisfactory. It was decided to forward a letter of appreciation to Mrs T. O. Johnson, who for several years had accorded hospitality to the visiting nurse: Final arrangements were made for the Society's annual ball to be hek| on June lDth. Mrs A. D. Fox was hostess for the afternoon.

MISS TAIT'S WEDDING. AMERICAN BRIDEGROOM. « Of interest in theatrical as well as social circles was the wedding at St. Mark's Church, Darling Point, this afternoon, of Miss Dorothy Tait, younger daughter of Mr E. J. Tait, tho well-known theatrical director, following on her romantic engagement in February to Mr Byron Wrigley, nephew of the late Mr William Wriglcy, who founded the well-known firm of Wrigley, Ltd., and died a millionaire, in America, a few months ago, says the Sydney "Sun" of May 26th.

WOMEN'S INSTITUTES. PLEASANT POINT BRANCH. At the monthly meeting of the Pleasant Point branch of the Women's Institute, Mrs Taylor presided over a good attendance of members and welcomed visitors from Washdyke. The Rev. Mr McNeur reported that a relief depot was being started at Pleasant Point and asked that three ladies of the Women's Institute be nominated to the committee. Mesdames Taylor and Quinn and Miss Kime were elected. Mrs Taylor gave a report of the South Canterbury Federation meeting, held at Geraldine. Dr. Benham addressed the meeting and was accorded a vote of thanks. The competitions resulted as follows: Best book r binding: Miss Sutherland 1. Best plate of shortbread: Miss Sutherlend 1, Mrs H. Muir 2, Mrs R. G. Cleland 3. Afternoon tea was dispensed by Mesdames Taylor, Westaway, Arnott, Agnew, Bishop,' Candy, ana Miss Bourn. LOBURN BRANCH. The monthly meeting of the Loburn branch of the Women's Institute was held in the schoolroom on Thursday. Mrs Macleod presided over an excellent attendance. In response to an appeal, a quantity of clothing was given, which is to be handed on to the relief depot in Rangiora. Miss Metherell offered to make a cake which will be iced by a demonstrator, for the birthday party, which will take place shortly. At the next meeting, June 30th, Mr Strachan will give a lantern lecture at 7.30 p.m.

Simple but effectivo were the decorations of tall pedestal baskets spilling cream and autumn toned flowers, which harmonised with the colour scheme of the bridal ensemble. The bride, who is noted for her looks and smart frocking, chose an unusual gown of the new white wool lace. It was made with quaint frills graduating in width from shoulder to hem, and featured a waterfall sash of white velvet. Enveloping the gown was the veil of tulle, held -with a coronet of orange blossom, and a small round armlet of white orchids, lily of the valley, and camellias gave an artistic finish, Irish Crochet Lace. Delightful frocks of golden brown flat crepe, extending up to the shortwaisted bodices of pinky-edged Irish crochet lace, were worn by the matron of honour, Mrs Jim Bancks, the bride's sister, who was married last year, and the bridesmaid (Miss Allison Smith). The bodices were made in little coat fashion with revers, and Grenadier hats of brown felt with brown and cream flowers under the brim were added. Armlets of gerberas in every shade gave a charming colour note. The bridegroom, who is managing director of Wrigley (Aust.), Ltd., and youngest son of. Mr and Mrs B. E. Wrigley, of Philadelphia, was attended by Mr Jim Bancks as best man and Mr W. Clark as groomsman. Canon Howard officiated. » When receiving the guests at "Firenze," Edgecliff, the home of the bride, the bride's mother wore a gown of wine wool crepe de chine covered with a diagonal striped coat, into which was tucked a cluster of green slipper orchids and lily of the valley. Her wine felt hat was finished with a nose veil. The bride wore for travelling a bluish-green silk serge frock and a brown diagonal cloth coat, with a green scarf and brown hat. After a short motor tour, the bride and bridegroom will leave by the Mariposa for America. "LAUNDRY GIFT'* PARTY. Mrs J. Case held a "laundry gift" party at her home in Veitch's road, Papanui, to honour her sister, Miss Freda Woodham, whose marriage •will take place this week. Games, musical items, and competitions were enjoyed, the latter being won by Miss Freda Woodham and Mr A. Woodham. Those present were Mesdames Smith, Case, sen., Case, jun., Harris, Sisson, Norwood, Woodham, sen., and Woodham, jun., Misses Freda Woodham, Doris Smith, Maisie Sisson, Mavis and Joyce Woodham, Messrs S. Lane, J. Case, A. Norwood, A. Woodham, H. Harris, and Master M. Case. CABARET DANCE. On Saturday evening the New Fiascati will hold their usual weekly cabaret dai .. As a large number of visitors ure _ acted to be in town over the week-end, intending patrons would be well advised to make early application for reserved alcoves and tables by telephoning 31-7TB. Bob Bradford's orchestra will supply the music, and a cabaret supper will be served, livening dress ia essential. Double tickets are ss,

TEMPERANCE UNION. The monthly meeting of the Linwood W.C.T.U. was held in the Linwood Baptist Church. The president, Mrs J. Richards occupied the chair. The annual Peace Day was observed, very interesting papers on aspects of the peace movement being contributed by Mesdames C. R. N. Mackie and B. H Low, M.A., of Timaru, the latter paper being read by Mrs Perrett. A committee to assist relief work in the district was set up, comprising Mesdames Black, Grigg, Mackie, and Nelson. An invitation to the birthday celebrations of the Central Brighton Union was accepted, Mesdames Black, Woods, and Straw being appointed to represent the Linwood Union. Afternoon tea was served to those present by the Social Committee,

TIMARU NEWS. SOCIAL AND PERSONAL. Miss Nora Lysaght (Geraldine) is staj-ing in Chriatchurcli. Mrs Fea (Dunedin) is staying with Mrs W. Fea (Elizabeth street). Mrs D. Burnett (Hakataramea) is spending a few days at her home in Wai-iti road. Mrs B. N. Murray (Godley Peaks, Tekapo) is mending a few days at "Cadogan," Sefton street. Mrs Evelyn Barley, late of Hastings, is at present staying with her parents, RoUeston street, Timaru. Mrs Alister Mackenzie (Clayton Station) is the guest of Mrs Simon Mackenzie ("Otumarama"). Miss Joan Hargreaves (Kakahu) has returned from a visit to her sister, Mrs Arthur Nicholls (Kureheka). Miss Boyle, who has been staying with her brother, Commander D. Boyle (Hampton House, Le Cren's terrace), returned to Christchurch on Monday. VISITORS TO CHRISTCHURCH. Clarendon Hotel: Mrs Thomson and Mies Imria (Dunedin). Hotel Federal: Mr J. L. Liddle (Nelgoo), Mr and Mrs H. Barclay (Kurow), Mr S. J. Hines (Sydney), Mr Harry Orme (Auckland), Mr and Mrs Jas. Gregory (Ashburton), Mr and Mrs P. C. Adams (Ashburton). VISITORS TO HOLIDAY RESORTS. The Fox Glacier Hostel, Weheka, Sooth West land: Mr D. J. Evans, Mr and Mrs R. Appleton, Miss Joan Butland, Mr W. Jeffries, Mr 0. Harconrt (Hokitika), Mr T. Cormack, Miss j Paul, Mr Paul, Mrs and Mrs Iff Bundle, Mr 3. O'Brien, M.P., Major Ward (Greymouth), Mr and Mrs David Marsden (Ashbnrton), Miss M. Rathbone (Carterton), Mr J. A. Bowker, Master John Bowker (Amberley), Mrs R. Kinley, Mr R. Kinley '(Rangiora), the Hon. 0. E. Macmillan, Mr A. H. Kimbell, Mr W. B. King (Wellington), Mr and Mrs H. M. Crane, Messrs Burns, O. H. Williams (Christchurch), Mr Scobie (Reefton), and Mr L. Colee (Greendale). Recent guests to the Frans Josef Glacier Hotel, Waiho Gorge, include the Hon. C. E. Macmillan (Wellington), Mr W. R. King (Wellington), Mr Kimbell (Wellington), Mr 0. H. Williams (Christchurch), Mr G. Burns (Christchurch), Mr Ward (Runanga), Mr J. O'Brien (Greymouth), Mr Scobie (Reefton), Miss Schisohka (Nelson), Mr G. Collins (Nelson), Miss Rathbone (Carterton), Mr Mensies (Christchurch), Mr Appleby (Kurow), Mr McMasters (Christchurch), Mr Cormack (Greymouth), Mr and Miss Paul (Greymouth), Mr MeClymont (Ross), Miss M. Stout (Christchurch), Mr Holman (U.S.A.), Mr and Mrs Kinley (Rangiora).