WOMEN'S CORNER

Press, Volume LXIX, Issue 20829, 12 April 1933, Page 2

WOMEN'S CORNER

CURRENT NOTES. The Governor-General, before leaving for the Islands, sent a request to the Press Association that her Excellency should be described as Lady Bledisloe, not the Lady Bledisloe. Bishop and Mrs Wilson, of Bunbury, Western Australia, arn J ed - it Christchurch yesterday on a to relatives. They are at present the guests of Mrs Wilson s brother, Deai? Julius, and Mrs Julius at the Deanery, Armagh street. Mrs Peter Miller (Dunedin), who has been spending some weeks with her son-in-law and Mrs Arthur C. Thomson (Mon treal street), will return to Du edin during Easter week. Captain and Mrs G. Hennessy, "Morven," South Canterbury are leaving by the Mataroa at the end of the month for a short visit England. Mrs George Rennie (Taupiri), who has been visiting her sister, Mrs McDonall (Oamaru), is staying with the Misses Rennie (Repton street, Merivale). Miss Rima Fraer (Mansfield avenue) is spending a short holiday with her sister, Mrs Gibson, at Lees Valley. Miss Elsit# Richards ("Mitcham") has returned to Christchurch after spending a holiday with Mrs J. K. Thacker (Okain's Bay). • Mrs G. Mcßean (Springston South) has returned home after spending a holiday on the West Coast.Mrs I. Campbell Gillies (Webb street) has returned from a visit to Dunedin. Miss Elizabeth Blake (Wellington) will arrive in Christchurch on Friday morning to attend the Producers' Summer School which, by courtesy of the Board of Governors, will be held at the Little Theatre, Canterbury College* at Easter time, under the auspices of the British Drama League, New Zealand branch. Mrs Eric Rice (Waipukurau), who has been visiting her mother, Mrs E. Samuel (Fendalton), is leaving this evening for the north. Miss Diana Price (England) is. the guest of her cousin, Mrs Gordon Rich (Bealey avenue). Miss Amy Kane (Wellington), Miss Ann Manning (Kemuera, Auckland), and Dr. and Mrs G. W. Curtis (Geraldine) will be visitors to Christchurch for the ProducersSummer School to be held during Easter week. Miss Doris Ronaldson (Papanui road) is leaving on Thursday to spend a holiday in Oamaru. Dr. Unwin (Timaru), president of the South Canterbury branch of the British Drama League, and Mrs Ross Brodie (Rangitata), vice-pre-sident of the branch, are expected to attend the Producers' Summer School during Easter week. Miss Erica Westmacott and Miss Peggy Palmer-Chapman (Timaru) are leaving this week on a trip to England. Miss Clair Steans (Little River) is spending a short holiday with friends in Christchurch. Miss Kathleen Hobbs (Christchurch) has returned from a holiday in Wellington. Miss Rachel Smith (Hawke's Bay), who has been visiting Mrs G. Fleetwood (Leinster road) is leaving for the north to-night. Mr and Mrs E. H. Scott, of Chicago, U.S.A., who with Mrs C. H. Tucker and Miss Alison Tucker, of Nelson, have been visiting Mr and Mrs Peter Hercus, Colombo street, have returned by motor to Nelson. The engagement is announced of Mary Ailsa Cochrane Pitts, daughter of Dr. and Mrs A. Genby Pitts, of Waimate, to Cecil Thiele Munro, youngest son of the late Mr T. A. Munro and Mrs Munro, of "Kurow Hill." Kurow. The engagement is announced ot Grace, only daughter of Mr and Mrs S. J. Archbold (Huntsbury Hill, St. Martins), to Alan, second son of Mr and Mrs J. Goddard (Hills road, St. Martins). A party from the city visited the Receiving Home recently, when a most enjoyable social and dance was held. Mrs W. P. Pearce sang songs, Mr Les Kinsman's orchestra supplied music for dancing, and extras were played by Mrs Duckworth. The visitors were hospitably entertained at supper. The marriage has been arranged and will take place at Kimbolton soon after Easter, of Miss Lilian Maisie Bartlett, only daughter of Mr and Mrs J. Bartlett, of Kimbolton, and Mr T. Henshaw, son of Mr and Mrs J. Henshaw, of Waikuku. Mr T. Henshaw is well known in North Canterbury, having been in the Cheviot branch of Pyne, Gould, Guinness, Ltd., for some years. The attractive display of the latest creation in evening shoes with their Dainty Sandal Effects, also Courts in all types and colours in figured Brocades and Embossed Velvet, Satin, etc., is creating marked attention at the James Shoe Stores, Ltd. These with Reptile Shoes of Grey Python. Crocodile, etc., offer exceptional opportunities to buyers of Dainty Footwear at low cost. See Window Display. 148 Armagh street. -=(J Patrons of the United Service Hotel will be interested to know that arrangements have been made with Mr Finlay Robb, the well-known pianist, to play in the lounge each afternoon from 4.30 to 6 o'clock, and on Saturdays from 11 a.m. —6 SHOWERPROOF WOOL. The latest blessing to knitters —"Veronica" Showerproof Wool. A new firm, even thread that makes knitting a pleasure and every garment a delight. Booklet No. 350 contains full instructions for two smart knitted caps. Send 3d stamps to Patons and Baldwins* Ltd., Box 1441R, Wellington. —2 There is no need to suiter from corns. McArthur's extra strong corn cure gives immediate relief, and soon effects a complete cure. Is 6d at McArthurs, Ltd., Chemists, cnr. Cashel and Colombo streets. —6 With the advent of the colder weather your attention to the renovation and probable remodelling of your Fur Coat is advisable. Our Expert furriers can execute at shortest notice any repair work, etc., giving you the assurance of finest workmanship with infinite attention to detail. J. Mac Gibbon, Fur Specialist, 154 Armagh street. 'Phone 34-026. —3

The Lady Editor will be pleased to receive for publication jj:j in the "Women's Corner" items of social or personal news. Such items should be fully authenticated, and engagement *£ notices must bear the signatures of both parties. Correspondeaee is invited on any matters affecting, or of interest to, | women. g

MISS MARY EWART. MEMORIAL WINDOW. On Easier Sunday morning an interesting ceremony will take place at 10.30 in the nurses' memorial chapel at the Public Hospital, when a stained glass window in memory of the late Miss Mary Ewart, for many years a sister and afterwards matron of the Christchurch Hospital, will be unveiled

and dedicated, the Bishop of Christchurch officiating. The 1 window, which has been subscribed for by nurses whom Miss Ewart trained, and also by those doctors in Christchurch who were associated with her when she was matron, is a very beautiful work of art, and was designed and executed by Messrs Whall and Whall, of Hammersmith, London. Those nurses and doctors ihterested are asked to attend the service on Sunday morning. HOME ECONOMICS ASSOCIATION. MEETING OF COMMITTEE. The decision to hold an exhibition of home handicrafts was arrived at by the committee of the Home Economics Association at the meeting held yesterday afternoon. Miss L. Gilmour placed a number of suggestions before the meeting, which decided to arrange for the exnibition to be held in November. The sections will include knitting, fancywork, toys, etc. All woollen articles are to be made of New Zealand wool. The meeting was attended by Miss M. A. Blacltmore (In the chair), Mesdames G. Garton, G. Ferguson, C. B. Stevens, J. S. Kelly, W. H. Barrell, and C. L. Rollo, and Misseii A. Spence, E. McGregor, C. Wardle, M. R. Watson, L. Gilmour, S. McKee,, J. Shaw, and E. Bevin (honorary secretary). Miss Blackmore welcomed the re-cently-elected members of the committee. An invitation for three members of the committee to attend the annual meeting of the Home Service Association was received. It was decided to help on Poppy Day. The secretary reported that the following talks and demonstrations were available for women's institutes, women's auxiliaries of the Farmers' Union, and similar organisations:— Hand Word, dress form, cookery, foods, and home nursing. No fees would be charged but organisations wishing to make use of the servoce wauld be expected to pay out-of-pocket expenses and to provide or pay for transport. BRIDGE PARTY. Women members of the committee of the Cashmere Tennis; Club who are arranging a series of bridge parties to augment club funds were responsible for the first party held in the pavilion on Monday evening. The decorative scheme was carried out with roses and autumn leaves. . The prize-winner was Miss Jessie H&rris> 1 Among the players were Mr and Mrs H A. Young, Mr and Mrs J. Inwood, Mr and Mrs Trevor Ha.wkes, Mr and Mrs Ley den Baker, Mr and Mrs; W. J. Stacey, Mr and Mrs W. Free, Mr and Mrs E. Campbell, Mr and Mrs A. Derbidge, Mesdames L. A. Dougall, .C. J. Morrison, J. Graham, C. Massey, Lawrie Webb, H. C. Parsonson, K. C. Johnston, J. W. Arnold, Norrie, Misseg A. Claridge, Jessie Hams, Cook, M. Thompson, J. Stenhouse, C. Stenhouse, Doris Wilson, L. Wid, A. McMillan, W. Cooper, Dorothy and Marjorie Wilson, W. Waller, M. Waller, Betty Ladd, Linda Shanks, Messrs R. Lamg, H. Marsh, D. Smart, J. Ruston, J. Cunningham. and G. van Aisch. SURPRISE PARTY. A surprise party, organised by Mrs F. Small, visited the home of Mr and Mrs Greig ("Kowai Nook," Governor's Bay) on Saturday evening to say goodbye to Miss Myrtle Paterson, who left for Southland yesterday. | Dancing, games, competitions, and community singing were enjoyed, and Mrs A. Small played several old airs and dance tunes on the accordion. Mrs H. Crow was the accompanist for community singing. Winners of the competitions were Mr and Mrs G. Clephane and Mrs A. Small. * Those present included Mesdames Greig, Crow, A. Small, Bishop, Compton, Farrier, Vartha, F. Clephane, F. Small, Garlick, and G. Clephane, Misses Paterson, C. Small, Roache, Constable, J. Small, Messrs Greig, Clephane (2), Small (5), Farrier (2), Mildenhall, and Vartha (2). VARIETY GIFT PARTY. A variety gift evening was given aJ the home of. Miss Nellie Reid in honour of Miss Gladys Pellow, whose marriage will take place shortly. Dancing, games, competitions, and items given by Messrs A. Anderson, J. Smith, and V. Appleyard were enjoyed. Dance music was supplied by Miss M. Pellow and Miss B. Readhead. Amongst those present were Mr and Mrs Reid and Mr and Mrs Robinson, Misses N. Reid, G. Pellow,' G. Cosgrove, M. Heap, L. Pellow, E. Reid, M. Pellow, M. Reid, J. Rawlings, B. Readhead, and U. Overend, Messrs G. Reid, V. Appleyard, A. Wicks, J. Smith, J. Mackay, C. Thackwell, L. Robinson, F. Wise, A. Anderson, D. Overend, and C. Trist.

WEDDINGS. MILNE—SMITH. The wedding was celebrated recently, at St. Matthew's Church, Fernside, of Mary Jane, younger daughter: I of Mr and Mrs A. Smith ("Willow- ! grove," Fernside), to Walter Charles, third son of Mr and Mrs T. Milne (Rangiora). The Rev. G. B. Nanson performed the ceremony, and the organist was Mr Gibbs Jordan. The church had been beautifully decorated with flowers, and a large bell made by Mrs W. Smith, the bride's aunt. I The bride's ankle-length frock was of deep blue satin, with primrose facings, and her hat was of matching satin. She carried a bouquet of lemon gladioli, chrysanthemums, and maidenhair fern. A cousin of the bride, Miss Ruby Miles, was the bridesmaid. She wore a frock of red crinkle crepe, with a red felt hat to match, and carried an armlet of red carnations and white gladioli. Mr Felix Evans was best man. As she left the church, the bride was presented with a silver and blud horseshoe by her cousin, Fay Miles, and with a gold horseshoe by Ray Evans. A reception was held at "Willowgrove," the home of the bride's parents, where Mrs Smith received the guests wearing a frock of black crepe de chine trimmed with fawn, and a black hat. Her bouquet was of zini nias and maidenhair ' fern. Mrs Milne wore a blue silk frock, a black sealette coat, and a black velour hat. She carried a bouquet of red roses, verbena, and maidenhair fern. For travelling, the bride wore a navy suit with a primrose satin blouse, and a blue hat relieved with a spray of primrose shaded flowers. In the evening the bride's parents entertained a number of young persons at their home. HAMILTON—LAPTHORNE. The wedding was celebrated recently at St. Peter's Anglican Church, Springfield, of Lilian Irene, eldest daughter of Mr and Mrs George Lapthorne (Springfield) to Ernest Fran, cis, only son of Mr and Mrs E. Hamilton (Christchurch). The ceremony was performed by the Rev. A. Purchas (Rangiora), and Mr Coleridge Bishop (Wellington) was the organist The bride, who was escorted by her father, wore a frock of ivory angel skin lace and satin, and her embroidered tulle veil, which formed a train, was worn off the face and held in place with orange blossoms. She carried an armlet of white begonias and maidenhair fern. Miss Lorna Muschamp and Miss Hilda Oldman, who acted as bridesmaids, wore frilled frocks of nile green and primrose georgette respectively, with lace mittens and felt hats to match. Their armlets were of pink and mauve begonias. Miss Olive Lapthorne, the bride's sister, attended as flower girl. She wore a long, frilled frock of pink spotted tulle over pink satin, and lace mittens. Her posy was of flowers to tone. The page boy, Master Owen Thomas (Christchurch), wore a suit of mauve satin finished with pleated ruffles at the neck and w;rists. Mr W. Grieves (Wellington) was best man, and Mr L. Lapthorne was groomsman. Following the ceremony a reception was held in the hall, where Mrs Lapthorne received the guests, wearing a frock of moonlight blue satin and lace, a cape to match lined with apricot georgette, and a blue hat. She carried a bouquet of hothouse flowers. The bridegroom's mother wore a black satin frock relieved with white, and a black and white hat. She carried red roses and maidenhair fern. When Mr and Mrs E. F. Hamilton left for their honeymoon the latter

was wearing an ensemble of lido blue marocain, a blue velour coat trimmed with fawn musquash fur, and a small felt hat to tone. They will make their future home in Wellington. SOCIAL AT HORNBY. An afternoon social was held on Tuesday afternoon in the Hornby Parish Hall to say good-bye to Mrs F. Pooley and family, who have left the district to live at Riccarton. The ladies of Islington, Templeton, and Hornby arranged the social, and expressed their best wishes to Mrs Pooley, who was presented with a number of gifts. Mesdames P. H. Thomson and H. Day were in charge of the proceedings. A competition \yas won by Mrs H. Brown (Christchurch), and Mrs Telfer sang a song. Miss V. Coulter was the accompanist. Afternoon tea was served by members of the Mothers' Union. Among those present were Mesdames E. Walker (Prebbleton), T. Oldfield, T. B. Grant, T. S. Dove, Airey, D. |Murdock, E. Pearce, Palmer, Scott, R. Mackie (Templeton), H. Day, Huffadine, J. Rowe (Templeton), Davis, sen., W. Worsley, J. McTiegue, Blakemore, Maclaine, R. Haylers, H. Wilson, P. H. Thomson, Mackie, seh., "W. Willstead, W. Wendleken, N. Davis, Hepburn, A. i Cass, R. Darrock (Templeton). W. Davis, A. Robinson, Telfer (Christchurch), Fisher (Christchurch), tnd H. I Brown (Christchurch), Misses Violet Coulter, Natalie Pooley, Hope Palmer, Molly McTiegue, and Margaret Coulter. GLENROY TENNIS CLUB. j The annual ball of the Glenroy Tennis Club was attended by a large number of members and visitors, who spent an enjoyable time dancing to music supplied by Wells's orchestra (Christchurch). Extras were played by Misses Vincent, Jewell, and Oliver, and Mr J. Cronin. Messrs R. G. Keith and J. Thwaites were masters of ceremonies. Amongst those present were Mr and Mrs R. G. Keith, Mr and Mrs D. R. Phillips, Mr and Mrs A. King, Mr and Mrs Stack, Mr and Mrs Hahn, Mr and Mrs Vincent (Glentunnel), Mesdames T. Harris and Powell, Misses D. Thwaites, A. Ure, U. Jewell, McKay, D. Russell, B. Powell, G. Milne, Jewell (Whitecliffs), E. Thorne, D. Oliver, Macintosh, Caith Thorne, E. Gray, E. Kennedy, D. Adams, G. Ure (Greendale), M. Fuller, N. Thwaites (Christchurch), B. Hore, M. McKenzie, E. Graham, R. Mitchell, Q. Workman, I. Wills, E. Vincent, M. Charles, and Vincent (Glentunnel), Messrs H. Harris, H. Morland, P. Isherwood, C. Hunt, A. Davies, J. Kennedy, A. Stone, J. Thwaites, J. Cronin, G. Cartright, C. Thorne, J. McKenzie, E. Cheyne, A. Kelman, W. Ryde, F. Harris, F. Hunt, J. Mitchell, U. Hill, T. Stack, Voice, P. Collison, W. Butt, N. Hunt, H. Hill, A.McQueen, A. Oliver, T. Wells, W. Hunt, J. Oliver, 'F. Collison, S. Thwaites, H. Roseveare, R. Shepherd, R. Oliver, G. Fuller, H. Bury, E. B. Miles, M. McLennan, T. Reynolds, F. Smith, C. Gray, T. Charles, Jenkins, F. Wright, artd B. Milne. A meeting will be held in the Presbyterian schoolroom, St. Martins road, to-morrow at 3 p.m. of women in St. Martins and Opawa who are willing to assist with the sale of poppies in the district on Poppy Day. Mr E. F. Willcox, secretary of the Returned Soldiers' Association, will be in attendance. Have you anything to sell—Do you wish to buy? If so a small advertisement in the classified section of "The Press" will be all you need. 12 words Is, three insertions 2s 6d. —6

COMING-OF-AGE PARTIES. Mr and Mrs J. W. Thomas (Park road) celebrated the eoming-of-age of their second son, David William,. with a party at. the Selwyn. street- hall, which was decorated by workmates and friends. , A pleasant time was spent dancing, and humorous items Were given by Messrs Brown and Clarke. Y The supper-room was decorated In shades of blue and pink, arid during the course of supper, the guest of honour was presented with the customary key. Those present were Mr and Mrs J. W. Thomas, Mr and Mrs Hey ward, Mr and Mrs O'Farrell, Mr and Mrs Russell, Mr and Mrs Peterson, Mr and Mrs White, Mr and Mrs Marston, Mr and Mrs Ar guile. Mr and Mrs King, Mr and Mrs Richardson, Mr and Mrs Spencer, Mesdames Tierney, de la Mare, Hawkins, Walker, Patterson, and Duck, Misses A. French, I. Hey wood, D. Thomas, I. ; Dearman, J. Hawkins, M. O'Farrell, B. Woodard, C. Arguile, Woodard, M. Arguile, E. Childs, G. Nolan, F. Wilkinson, F. Judkins, R. Poison, P. Limerick, D. Davies, and Shaw, Messrs A. J. Thomas, W. W. Thomas, J. Polson, R. Thomas, L. Thomas, F.Smith, O. \ Thomas, R. Williams, D. Tierney, W. Cumberpatch, S. Hill, D. Palmer, W. Pluck, O. Fairbrass, N. Hawkins, V. Childs, T. Ellis, W. Dowant, and F. Drayton. An enjoyable party was given by Miss Mona Trollope at her home, Seddon street, Rangiorp, to celebr&te the twenty-first anniversary other birthday. During the evening games, competitions, and musical items caused much merriment. A dainty supper was served, the table decorations being pink carnations, and antirrhinums. Amongst those present were Mr E. H. Trollope, Misses Mona Trollope, Hilda Archer, Aileen Archer, Phyllis Turner, Edna Rowe, Dorothy Tyler, Amy Prestney, Mary Meyer, Joyce Forward, Ruth Clark, Marjory Mcintosh, Daisy Hills, and Master Ramon Trollope. WESLEY GUILD. The monthly meeting of the Springston South branch of the Wesley Guild was held at the home of Mrs F. Greaves, with Mrs E. J. Harris presiding. An interesting competition was won by Mrs S. Bray, and afternoon tea was served by the hostesses. Mercedes Gleitze, the endurance swimmer, began the New Year by completing a 46j-hours' swim at the Huddersfield Corporation Baths in England. She thus created a new record.

PLUNKET SOCIETY. HAWARDEN BRANCH. Dr. Wood presided at the annual meeting ol the Hawarden sub-branch of the Plunket Society held in the rest room on Thursday. The annual report stated that steady progress had been made during the year. Mothers were urged to become financial members. The spring flower show had helped to make the balancesheet satisfactory. During the year Miss Sidey had resigned her position as secretary, and an appreciation of her services was recorded. The resignations of Mrs Sidey, Mrs F. Mason, and Mrs J. Sheridan were received with regret. The nurse's report was as follows: — Visits to Hawarden 51, mothers 362, babies 320, older children 102, visitors 66, casuals 5, home visits 10, telephone calls 93, and new babies 28. Officers elected were:—President, Dr. M. Wood; vice-presidents, Mesdames J. K. Forrester, J. Doak, J. Quigley, and R. Shields; honorary secretary and treasurer, Mrs C. E. Wright; committee, Mesdames Bentley, Sidey, Campbell, Foster, Fraser, E. C. White, J. W. Wright, W. L. Wright, KeUock, J. A. Forrester, J. Gemmell, W. Booker, R. Galletly, S. Giddens, A. Dalzell, W. D. Dalzell, and G. Ecroyd. Votes of thanks were passed to Nurse Sharpe, Mr Rydings (auditor), and Mr Mockett (Culverden).. A meeting of the committee was held later to make final arrangements for a dance to be held in the Hawarden Hall after Easter. PARTY AT SPRINGSTON SOUTH. A pleasant "kitchen" gift party was held in the Springston South Hall to honour Miss Violet Chapman and Mr Barton Hutchison, who are to be married next week. A happy time was passed with dancing, games, and competitions. Songs were sung by Mr H. Hoskin, accompanied by Mrs V. E. Harris, and humorous recitations were given by Miss Monica Ryan. Miss Chapman was presented with a novelty bouquet, composed of clothes pegs, blue, soap, and other laundry requisites, and Mr Hutchison with a buttonhole made with a pot cleaner. A guessing competition was won by Miss Sylvia Kimber and a missing word competition by Miss Elaine Bailey and Mr M. Cox. The lucky spot waltz was won by Mr and Mrs W. A. Fletcher, and the Monte Carlos by Miss N. Ryan and Mr P. V. Bailey, Miss Iris Powell and Mr H. Moody. Mr L. Stace supplied dance music and Mr Hoskin was master of ceremonies.

TIMAKU NEWS. SOCIAL AND PERSONAL. Mr and Mrs G. B. Cumming (Christchurch) are guests at the Grosvenor. Miss Johnson (London) is staying at the Grosvenor. Mrs Charles Bowker (Sarah street) is the guest of Miss Ada Bowker (Christchurch). Mr and Mrs C. H. Marlow (Suva), who were staying at the Grand, have left on their return home. Mrs James Hay (Christchurch) will arrive to-day to spend Easter at the Bungalow. Miss Dorothy Walton (Park lane) and Miss Nancy Bond (LeCren's terrace) will leave at the end of the week to spend Easter at the Hermitage. Miss Sheila Hudson (England), who has been staying at Government House. Wellington, will arrive shortly on a visit to Mrs P. A. Elworthy (Gordon's Valley). Recent guests at the Empire Hotel were:—Mr D. H. Hare (Melbourne), Mr T. D. Barker, Mr J. Forsythe, Mr W. R. Coles, Mr L. S. Ayers, Mr J. Mechaelis, Mr R. H. Petrie, Mr J. Blyth, Mr A. E. Alexander, Mr W. H. Lee, Mr D. S, Ayers, Mr M. Carter, Mr and Mrs a <C. Fabling and child, Mr F. W. Coopw, Mr A. Stevenson, Mr G. H. Yates, Mr R. F. Hunter, Mr J. Oliver (Christchurch), Mr L. R. Lockhead, Mr G. F. Dunne (Dunedin), Miss Kershaw, Miss Hills, and Mr .W- Smith (Wellington).

VISITORS TO CHRISTCHURCH. &' ' " Warner's Hotel: Mr and Mrs Hooper (Melbourne), Miss M. T. Scott (Dunedin), Mrß Sholto Douglas (Ethelton). United Service Hotel: Miss M. A. Bamsay (Dunedin), Mrs Pat Pattullo (Hawke's Bay). Hotel Inderal: Mr i\ H. Fitt, Mr and Mrs W. J. Gow, Mr D. Allen (Wellington), Miss Moore (Amberley), and Mr and Mrs Jones (Hawarden). Storey's Hotel: Mr C. Everard, Mr C. R. Heylock (Auckland), Mr A. B. Loycr (Melbourne), Miss N. Sherrott (London), Mr and Mrs X. Barron, Mr and Mrs J. (Dunedin), Mrs C. Sloan, Mrs T. Dunn (Wellington), Mr J. Nelson (Cronadun), Mr and Mrs E. L. Younger (Feilding), Mr A. MacPherson (Invercargill), Mr E. 'league (Balclutha), and Mr and Mrs J. Neftin (Timaru). Royal Hotel: Mr A. Rogers (Timaru) and Mr and Mrs C. G. Andrews (Gisborne). VISITORS TO HOLIDAY RESORTS Jvew Brighton Cafe: Mr and Mrs E. Rankin ani family (Pendarves), SHss Harris, Miss Smith (Lincoln), Mrs Mason, Miss Mason (Christchurch), Mr W. Wilson (Dunedin), and Mr and Mrs Jones (Wellington). Wanaka Hotel, Pembroke:Mr R. G. Ponnonby, Mr J. F. Savage (England), Mr and Mrs S. McHutcliison, Mr and Mrs A. D. Allan, Miss M. Sharrott, Mr Arthur Layer (Australia), Mr and Mrs T. H. Bowie, Mrs J. E. Mackenzie, Mrs M. Petrie, Mrs J. W. Jobson, Miss M. F. Mackenzie (Auckland), Captain G. Prictor (Wellington), Mr and Mrs Geo. Sara (Timaru), Mr H Rutherford (Ashburton), Mr H. A. Murison, Mr J. Sincftir (Oamaru), Mr and Mrs J. C. Begg, Mr and Mrs C. A. Haslam, Mr and Mrs Sandford Cox, Mr and Mrs W. R. Brinsley, Mrs E. G. Brickal, Miss Fynmore, Miss Scorgie, Miss M. C. Scorgie, Miss D. M. Clothier, Miss F. Green, Mr D. H. Allan, Mr A. E. C. Mathieson, Mr W. Rudkin. Mr H. Brasch, Mr J. N. Thomson, Mr D. H. Hill, Mr R. Bremner, Mr R. M. Meffen, Mr A. Foster, Mr J. J. Hinchcliff, Mr E. N. Stewart, Mr E. S. Green (Dunedin), Mr J. Snow (Outram), Mr and Mrs M. Kean, Mrs M. J. Swale, Mr R. Swale (Winton), Miss Hope Pinckney, Mr J. D. McLennan (Waikai), Mr W. Auld, Mr H. N. Emerson (Beaumont), Mr A. McLaclilan (Ranfurly), Mr G. F. Dawson, Mr A. Dewar (Cromwell). Fox Glacier Hostel, Weheka, South Westland : Mr 11. J. Simmonds, Mr A. E. Sanders (Wellington), Dr. Arthur Preston, Miss Cameron, Miss M. T. T. Cameron (Ashburton), Miss P. Crabb (Wellington), Mr S. C. Rogers, Mr Sulling (Greymouth), Mr D. Stuart, Mr W. Gilpin (Hokitika), Mr and Mrs J. H. Dodd (Dunedin), Mr L. 11. Lampard, Mr and Mrs J. Salmon, Master Peter Salmon (London), Mr C. J. F. Parker (Wellington), Miss Florence E. Smith (Melbourne), and Mr J. Clark (Greymouth). The Hermitage, Mount Cook —England: Mrs E. G. Edds, Mrs A. E. Sharp, Miss F. Sakers, Mr Sydney Porter, Mr J. J. Bates. Chicago: Mr B. Luming. Hertfordshire: Mr I. Manley. Sydney: Mr and Mrs J. N. Hutchinson. New South Wales: Mr and Mrs D. G. Munro. Gisborne: Miss E. M. Paßley, Mrs G. IC. Pa3ley. Wellington: Mr and Mrs W. L. llolleston, Mr H. H. Sterling, Mr G. Iv. Mackley, .Miss M. Mawhinnev. Hastings: Mr D. Scannell, Mr G. Corbin. Darfield: Mr and Mrs . Cullen. Invercargill: Mr and Mrs J. A. Lindsay. Christchurch: Mr J. Sherman, Mr C. R. Kresse, Miss M. Enriglit, Mr A. T. A. Nicholls, Mr S. A. Wade, Mr B. Tamell, Mr G. Koezuka, Mr T. Kameyama. Oamaru: Mr and Mrs H. W. Bailey. Papakane: Mr and Mrs A. E. Hurst. Ashburton: Mr H. Rutherford. Fairlie: Miss Redhead, Mrs Elms, Miss Elms. Auckland: Mr and Mrs T A. Bowie. Dunedin: Mr and Mrs A. McPherson, Mr and Mrs J. W. Becker, ilakaia: Misa G. A. Harrison, Miss li. J. Carruthors. Timaru: Miss 10. Butterworth.

The Lodge, Hanmer Springs: Dr. M. B. Watt, Mr E. Matthews (Wellington), Mr Bnd Mrs D. Rentoul (Blenheim), Mr and Mrs C. R. Knight, Mr G. H. Foster, Colonel F. W. Dawson, Mr A. D. Ford, Mr and Mrs lan S. Bonnie, Miss E. A. Neave, Mrs Willes, Mr and Mrs C. S. Stevens (Christchurch), Mr A. D. Cruickshank (ftangiora), Miss A. Thorno (England), Mr T. Newburgh, Master W. T. Newburgh, Mr and Mrs S. W. Hickmott, Mr and Mrs T. B. Boulton, Miss Mavis Boulton (Sumner), Mr and Mrs F. W. Freeman (Cashmere Hills), Mr A. L. Byrne (Auckland), Mrs W. G. Watt and child (Colombo, Ceydon). View Brae, Hanmer Springs: Mrs H. Manhire, Miss Nancy Manhire, Mr and Mrs Charleß Kay (Riccarton), Mr and Mrs W. Paine (Diamond Harbour), Mr Collins, Miss M. Prisk, Mrs Musgrove, Miss Musgrove, Mrs F. Brown, Mrs B. O. Moore, Mise Jean Moore, Mrs Ecroyd (Christchurch), Mrs J. Moorhead (Southbridge), Mrs Menzies, Miss Ross (Sumner), Miss Norton, Miss L. Brown (Lvttelton), Mrs Wylie, Miss Wylie (Wanganui), Mrs South (Geraldine), and Mrs Rook (Arrowamu). Hanmer House, Hanmer Springs: Mr A. M. West, Mr J. C. Sheldon (Riccarton), Mr and Mrs J. Taylor, Mr and Mrs J. Gray, Miss R. Rhodes, Miss S. V. Rhodes (Dunedin), Mr A. Griffiths (Greymouth), Mr E. Travis, Miss Ruth Main (Christchurch), Miss Vonnie Wilson (Shirley), and Mr H. Melville (St. J&tngs).

WOMEN'S INSTITUTE. HORNBY BRANCH. . The monthly meeting of the Hornby branch of the Women's Institute was held in the Parish Hall, with Mrs C. Rugg presiding. It was decided to accept the invitation of the Prebbleton branch to attend its first birthday party on April 20. Mesdames Richardson and A. Robinson were appointed delegates to the conference to be held in Christchurch on April 26. Several children of members have undertaken to arrange P r ®" grammes for the next six months. A sewing machine demonstration given by Messrs C. Glen and F. Smyth (West Coast) was much appreciated. The competition for a hand-made handkerchief resulted in a tie between Mrs C. Ilugg and Mrs Lenmox, and a special prize for the greatest number of competition points gained during the last six months was won by Mrs Hepburn. Motions of sympathy were passed with the relatives of Mr J. Hamilton, Mr G. Kissel (Templeton), and Mr J. li. Price. Mesdames Jellie, Morris, and Marsh were hostesses. LITTLE RIVER BRANCH. At the monthly meeting of the Little River branch of the Women's Institute, Mrs McGowan presided over a large attendance. Six new members were welcomed, and members said good-bye to Mrs Fallow, who is leaving Little River to live at Darfield. A competition for the best plate of biscuits was won by Mrs Humphries, with Mrs Aitken second. A motion of sympathy was passed with Mrs Johnstone in the loss of her mother. Miss O'Connell (Christchurch) gave a demonstration on haircutting, shampooing, hair setting, and the care of the hair and skin. Hostesses were Mrs Joblin and Misses I. and J. Keenan. MARSDEN BRANCH. The April meeting of the Marsden branch of the Women's Institute was held at the home of Mrs S. Lane, when Mrs M. Johnson presided over a fair attendance. The roll call was "My favourite song or poem." Miss Havill won the mosaic competition, with Mrs Lane second. A demonstration of making frames for lamp shades was given by Mrs W. Coburn. Supper was served by the hostesses, Mrs Lane and Miss Jean Lane (Westport). MOUNT NESSING BRANCH. At the April meeting of the Mount Nessing branch of the Women's Institute, Mrs H. Fisher presided over a good attendance. One new member v/as elected. Mrs Stevenson and Miss K. Fraser were appointed delegates to the annual meeting of the South Canterbury Federation. Mrs Fisher read an interesting and humorous letter from Mrs R. Irving, describing the Panama canal. Colon, and the Island of Curacao. When the business was concluded, the remainder of the afternoon was passed with competitions and games. Mrs Dick proved the winner of q leaf-guessing competition, and Mrs Ward won the prize for peeling an apple blindfolded. Mrs G. Kidd and Miss Irving judged the jelly and plum jam and made the following awards: Jelly, Misses K. and M. Fraser (equal) 1, Mrs P. Kidd and Mrs Waters (equal) 3, Mrs Austin 5; plum jam, Miss Austin 1, Mrs Austin 2, and Mrs P. Kidd 3. The- potato-growing competition created much interest and Mr C. Austin, who had given the seed, acted as judge and declared Miss Mulcock the winner with Mrs Askin second, and Mrs Dick third. The hostesses were Mesdames Perry and Waters and Miss M. Fraser. Good business was done at the sales table, in charge of Mrs Askin. FAIRLIE BRANCH. The monthly meeting of the Fair lie branch of the Women's Institute was held in the Parish Hall. Two resignations were received with regret, and four new members were elected and welcomed to the institute. It was decided to establish a link with England, Mrs A. Gillingham and Miss Foden to act as correspondents. Mesdames Welsh and G. May were appointed delegates to the annual federation meeting. Mrs W. Ray and Mrs West gave a talk on their recent trip to the Franz Josef glacier. A demonstration of barbola work, given by Mesdames Harper and Hall, was followed with keen interest. The "something new from something old competition was won by Mrs May 1, Mrs Fahey 2, and Mrs Chris Jones 3. A vote of thanks was passed to the demonstrators and to Mrs Quill, who judged the competition. The "bring and buy" table, in charge of Mrs C. Jones and Miss Crighton, did good business. Mesdames Aitkßn, jwelsh, Wreford, J. Bradick, Reynolds, James, and Searle were hostesses for the afternoon. SOUTHBRIDGE BRANCH. There was a good attendance at the monthly meeting of the Southbridge branch of the Women's Institute. Mrs W. C. Eggelton presided, and one new member was enrolled. Letters were read from institutes in Northamptonshire, England. Mesdames W. C. Eggelton and H. J. Greenwood were appointed delegates to the annual meeting of tie North Canterbury and West Coast Federation. Mrs Anderson was the winner of an advertisement comr petition, and the competition for names of flowers was won by Miss Patterson. The hostesses were Mesdames A. Balneaves, J. Ballagh, and W. G. Hill. WAITOHI BRANCH. Streamers of green and gold, with oat and wheat sheaves, were the decorations at a harvest ball given by the Waitohi branch of the Women's Institute. Visitors were present from Timaru, Temuka, Hilton, Kakahu, and Pleasant Point. A lucky spot waltz was won by Miss R. Moore and Mr Collett, and a Monte Carlo waltz by Mr and Mrs J. Moore. Music was supplied by Mr S. Cross, and extras were given by Miss M. Cain, Messrs T. McGeorge, N. McKinnon, A. Collett, and J. Pelvin. Mr E. Parish was master of ceremonies.

HUNTER BRANCH. A social and dance, organised by the Hunter branch of the Women's Institute, was held in the Library Hall. Proceedings opened with community singing, and a humorous sketch was given by Misses T. Neal and M. Shears,'and songs by Mesdames J. C. Wenning, C. Gibson, D. N. Stanley, and Mr J. C. Wenning. Jacobs' orchestra supplied music for dancing, and extras were played by Mrs Morrison, Miss M. Shears, and Mr W. Jackson. A Monte Carlo waltz was won by Miss Dench and Mr J. Manson, and a mystery parcel competition by Miss Marion Neal.

GAPES VALLEY BRANCH. The Gapes Valley branch of the Women's Institute held its monthly meeting in the hall with Mrs Knubley presiding. One new member was welcomed. Members were notified that the competitions for next month would be a hand-printed programme and a plate of biscuits, the latter to be sent to the institute depot in Timaru. Mrs E. B. Rimmington (Christchurch) gave a talk on preserving beans in brine, and Nurse Rattray gave hints on. nursing. Mesdames Ashly and Hibbs were appointed delegates to the annual meeting of the Federation of Women s Institutes to be held at Geraldine. Officers elected were:—President, Mrs Knubley; vice-presidents, Mesdames Reid and Ashby; secretary, Mrs Hibbs; treasurer, Miss A. Barker; committee, Mesdames Roberts, Hall, MacKenzie, Masefield, Barker, Aschen, Misses Tindall and N. Maxwell; competition supervisors, Misses L. Maxwell and Bigham; sales table, Misses Henderson and Dean; "Home and Country" agent. Miss Bigham. Competitions resulted: Six best apples: Mrs L. Patrick 1, Mrs Masefield 2, Mrs Ashly and Miss J. Reid (equal) 3. Potatoes: Miss Waller 1 Mrs Hibbs 2, Mrs Ashly 3. Tinfoil pictures: Mrs Ashly 1, Miss Bigham 2, Mesdames L. Patrick and Ashly, Misses Aitken and Chapman acted as hostesses for the afternoon. OBITUARY. MRS PAULINE LYONS. The death occurred suddenly, on April 3. at her residence, 100 Westbury street, St. Kilda, Melbourne, of Mrs Pauline Lyons, wife of Mr Maurice Lyons, formerly of Greytown and Christchurch, New Zealand. Mrs Lyons, as Miss Frankel, was one of the very earliest residents of Wellington. She married early in life, ana went to Greytown, Wairarapa. Both Mr and Mrs Lyons were well known in Christchurch 20 years ago, when they took over the Hereford Hotel from Messrs Jowsey and Lane, reconstructed it, and renamed it the Unitea Service. A wide circle of friends in various parts of New Zealand will learn with regret of Mrs Lyons s death. There were six children of the marriage, one of thflfim, Miss Rita Lyons* who died some years ago, being a well-known operatic and concert singer. The remaining members or the family are Misses Myra and Rene Lyons, Mrs Rozalie Joseph, Mrs Doris Isaacs, Mrs Didds Newman, and Mr Walter Lyons. The last-mentioned, who is now resident in England, was ! awarded the D.S.O. in the Great War. SHIPWRECK BALL AT CULVERDEN. The Culverden Tennis Club held a shipwreck ball in the Culverden Hall on Friday evening. Representatives were present from the Hawarden, Waiau, and Rotherham Tennis Clubs. The organising committee under tne convenership of Mrs Marmaauke Bethell, made the ball an outstanding success. The hall was decorated to represent a ship, complete with port holes and port and starboard lights. Mr F. Wilson (captain) and Mr B. Macdonald (first mate), acted as masters of ceremonies. Mrs R. Skinner (Rotherham) judged the costumes, and Mr J. Reid and Mr Paul Thompson were the successful competitors. . Bob Bradford's Orchestra (Christchurch) supplied dance music. During the evening Mr F. Wilson (secretary) gave a short address and challenge cups were presented by Mr# M. Bethell as follows: —Macfarlane cup for handicap doubles, Miss Iris Dalzell and Mr Jock Reid; . ladier singles trophy, Miss Francis Makitt; men's handicap singles cup, Mr R. Powell. j Amongst those present were Mesdames R. Skinner (Rotherham)," I. Rennie, M. Bethell, M. Macfarlane (Waikari), G. Reid (Waiau), H. Searle D. Sterritt, E. Pawsey, Hawarden), A. H. Brown, P. Davison, A. F. Hern. D. Crewes, J. Thompson, D. Scott (Hawarden), L. H. Dalzell, E. Burrows, A. Black, W. Gundy, B. Fogarty, F. Schenkel (Christchurch), G. Loffhagen, Misses I. Duggan (Rotherham), I Jean Gundy, Esme McEwen, L. Hill. N. Hoban, M. Macale (Christchurch), M. Johns, C. Black, M. Boag, I. Boag, Margaret Black, E. Hoban, Julie Hoban, I. Hay ward (Waiau), Eva Black, A. Aldridge (Waiau), N. Davison, Alice Popperwell, E. Hooper, Betty Munro, Mqlly Simpson, M. McKay, K. McKay. Jean Angelin (Hanmer), N. McKay, R. Campbell, Betty Cook, Beryl Thompson, Betty Gillies, T. Walker (Wellington), Sheila Atkinson (Hanmer), Margaret Johnston (Hanmer), Marjorie Brown, Jean Fisher (Hawarden), E. Dalzell, S. Galletly, D. Dalzell, Iris Dalzell, Wilmot Macbeth (Christchurch), N. Hartman (Waiau), I Mary Hiatt, E. Brian (Waikari), B. Hodgkins, M. Shaw, M. Downing, M. Alexander, Joan Rutherford (Parnassus), Betty Webb, M. Mcintosh/ N. Denton, Amuri Draper, F. Mockett, K. Widdowson, C. O'Conner, E. .Macartney (Tai Tapu), E. Draper, June Byford (Rotherham), M. Johns, F. Fleming (Rotherham), W. Dawson (Hurunui), and M. Fitzsimmons, Messrs A, Fisher, W. J. McMillan, P. Davison, P. Thompson, M. Macfarlane, A. Hern, R. Davison, A. Shand, H. Gallagher, D. Ormond, I. Rennie, J. Thompson, . J. Nicol, R. Bethell, P. McMillan, L. H. Dalzell, D. Sterritt, A. H. Brown, A. Ryding, A. McMillan, D. Johns, F. Kennedy, G. Aldridge, L. Hickman, A. Lambie, J. Creighton, M. Ross, ' L. Popperwell, R. O'Loughlin, E. Hooper, E. Bur bury, M. Rogers, T. Menzies, V. Yarker, I. Johns, W. Honeywell, W. Hoban, B. Macdonald, L. Honeybone, F. Wilson, H. Young, R. Skinner, H. Searle, Campbell Wilson, S. Popperwell, D. Mueller, A. Marsden, H. Hiatt, G. Reid, G. Hiatt, P. Davison, P. Murphy, C. Popperwell, and A. McMillan.