News For Women

Press, Volume LXXI, Issue 21436, 30 March 1935, Page 2

News For Women

The Lady Editor will be pleased to receive for publication In "News for Women" items of social or personal news. Sncb items shonld be fally authenticated, and engagement notices mast bear the signatures of both parties. Correspondence is Invited on any matters affecting, or of interest to, women.

CURRENT NOTES Mrs W. Willes and Mrs E. S. Vernon (Warwick House) will leave on Tuesday for a visit to Hanmer Springs. Miss Lily Bowen (St. Elmo Courts) and Miss Laura Bowen (Middleton Grange), have returned from a holiday visit to Milford Sound. The engagement is announced of Vida Muriel, eldest daughter of Mr and Mrs L. R. Cox, Lower Riccarton, to Maurice Alfred, eldest son of Mr and Mrs A. J. Blackmore, Cashmere. Miss Veronica Ward (Manchester street north) will leave next week for Wellington to meet Miss Parsonson, of Sydney, who will arrive in New Zealand from England by the lonic, due on Friday. Miss Parsonson will come to Christehurch to stay with Miss Ward. Mrs L. P. Longuet (Sumner) has returned horn? after undergoing treatment at Lewisham Private Hospital. Mrs R. Horsley Jebb and Miss G. A. Knight, who have been visiting Hanmer Springs and New Brighton, have returned to their home in Cambridge terrace. Miss A. R. Allan was elected president of the New Zealand Association of Trained Masseurs at the annual conference which began yesterday. Mr and Mrs Philip Sherratt (Gisborne) are the guests of Mrs C. A. Wells, Harakeke street. Mrs George Turrell (Kaituna) is the guest of Mrs Guy Cotterill, Merivale lane! Mr and Mrs C. H. Watson (*'Te Kiro Glen," Greenpark) have returned from the south where Mr Watson was judging at the Temuka and Geraldine Agricultural and Pastoral Show.

Mrs Desmond Unwin (Timaru) will arrive in Christehurch to-day to visit Miss Joan Maling, Durham street north.

A committee of the following members, Mesdames C. J. Treleaven, J. G. L. Vernon, L. W. Matson, Ivan Wood, R. H. Livingstone, Misses Marjorie Studholme, Celia Reese, Mary Morten, Betty Treleaven, Lieutenant-Commander R. C. E. Harding, R.N. (retd.), LieutenantCommander Ralph Newman, R.N. V.R., Lieutenant P. D. Hall, R.N. V.R., Messrs Geoffrey Vernon, D. W. Meyers, Huntly Eliott and Ivan Wood, is arranging the dance at the automobile rooms on Monday night, in honour of Rear-Admiral Ford, C.8.. and the officers of H.M.A.S. Canberra. Tickets may be obtained from the Navy League Office and the United Service Hotel. Sister S. L. Clark, R.R.C., 1.5. T.M., N.Z.A.N.S., Masseuse and Electrotherapiste (5 years Sister in Charge of Orthopaedic Dept., Ch.Ch. Hospital), is resuming practice in her rooms at Stewart Dawson's Bldgs., High street. Hours: 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., or by appointment. —6 CHRITCHURCH WELCOMES PARKE DAVIS BEAUTY TREATMENT. In the world of dainty cosmetics, the beautiful Parke Davis Beauty Treatment is praised by society and cosmeticians alike. And now the charm of this delicate treatment comes to Christchurch —to Cameron Smith's, who will gladly show and explain the new Parke Davis creams, lotions, powders, etc. Call at E. Cameron Smith, Ltd., Chemists, Cathedral square. — 6 "I LOVE YOU." "I Love You"—the sweetest words in any language! And the words every woman longs to hear. Beckon romance into your life. Let I.P.L. Skin Emollient make your hands so velvetysoft and white and smooth that they will be hands HE will love to caress. 1/6 from leading shops. Free Sample from W. H. Simms and Sons, 152 Lichfield street, Christchurch. M 6939 TOILET HINTS. Taveners (Vincents) double-strength hair restorer (guaranteed not a dye) restores white, grey, and faded streaky hair to natural colour Certain dandruff remedy, 2/6, posted 3/6, from Toilet Salons, and Tavener, Chemist, 183 High street Christchurch. —3 TOAST TO LOVELINESS. A toast that is not always expressed jn words. Just a flattering glance at a girl's hair—and how happy she feels with her new permanent wave by The Annette Toilet Salon (two doors from the Tivoli). Ring 41-042 for appointment. —3

MANY HAPPY RETURNS. .TO.. STONEHURST. The popularity of this Chrlstchurch Private Hotel is evidenced by the .e----turn visits made by many of its guests. Among Stonehurst's attractions are comfortable bedrooms, good bathrooms, splendid table, laundry facilities for ladies, etc.. 12/6 per day, £3 10s weekly. Hotel Stonehurst, Christchurch. —2 YOU CAN BE SLENDER. NATURETTES Safe Slimming Treatment dissolves every ounce of superfluous flesh. Mrs A.C. lost 1 stone 131b in two months. NATURETTES are entirely herbal and tone up the system. Money-back guarantee. 17 days' treatment for only 7s 6d. E. Cameron Smith, Ltd., Chemists, Cathedral square. —2 The Wonder of the Age—SUPERMA Machineless Permanent Waving. No electricity. No discomfort. Surpasses all other methods. Obtainable only at MAISON CHIVERTON, 123 Cashel street, upstairs (opp. Ballantynes). 'Phone 37-859. —6 MOTHERING SUNDAY To-morrow will be observed as Mothering Sunday. The Rev. F. B. Redgrave, of Fendalton, has sent a card to all parishioners inviting them to participate in the observance by attending church and wearing a flower in honour of their mothers. Special addresses will be given at the various services. At St. Stephen's, Shirley, the children will present posies and recite the fifth Commandment at the 11 o'clock service. Special addresses will be delivered by the vicar, the Rev. H. G. Sell, at both morning and evening service. Before the morning service there will be a procession of witness, headed by Derry's Military Band. At St. Chad's, Linwood, the Rev. W. S. Southward will observe Mothering Sunday in the same manner as St. Stephen's, Shirley. The procession of witness will be headed by the Stanmore Band. At New Brighton (St. Faith's Church) the Rev. Kenneth Schollar will celebrate the occasion by a special family service at 11 a.m.

WOMEN'S EXECUTIVE RED CROSS SOCIETY APPEAL FOR COATS ANI) SHOES A change of policy has been adopted this year at the central depot of the Red Cross Society. At a meeting of the Women's Executive, held yesterday morning. Lady Wigram explained that since reopening the depot, three weeks ago, the committee was issuing to each applicant eligible for relief, an outfit of warm clothing sufficient to lust during the winter, and it was explained that those who received these outfits must not expect to receive further help later in ihe year. Mrs Herbert H. Smith, who is in charge of the depot, said that very heavy demands on the committee's resources had been made since.the depot opened on March 13, and she earnestly appealed to the subcentres to send to the depot, each week, as many garments as they could. In support of her appeal, Mrs Smith said that since March 13, the families of 141 returned soldiers had been given no fewer than 1625 garments, and in addition, 140 men had received 359 garments, making a total of 1984 garments distributed in three weeks. The details were as follows: —On March 13, •28 families, including 89 children, had received 350 garments, and 30 men had been supplied with 87 garments: on the following Wednesday, relief had been given to 52 families'with 133 children, amongst whom 539 garments had been distributed and 50 men had received 140 garments. On Wednesday of this week, CI families, with 192 "children, had received 733 garments, and 55 men had received 132 garments. Even during the summer months, from October 20, 1934, until March 6, 1935, the depot had afforded help to many in dire need. During that period 683 garments had been given to 65 families, and in addition, 93 garments had been given to 43 men. Mrs Smith said that she would be grateful for gifts of second hand coats of any description, shoes, and women's dresses, for which there was an urgent demand. Mrs E. S. Vernon, Mrs Cyril Stringer, and Mrs H. Wyatt reported on several cases which they had visited during the last few weeks. It was decided to ask each sub-centre to appoint a visitor for its own district, and each visitor was asked to submit to the central committee a written report of each case visited. It was reported that the Opawa, Sydenham, and Merivale sub-centres had begun their weekly working bees. Miss Helen Bruce was appointed secretary. It was announced that since last meeting, several sums had been received for the street appeal held in February, the net profit of which had now reached £350.

BRIDGE PARTY Miss Rata Tribe and Miss Muriel Hartle were hostesses last night at a particularly pleasant bridge partygiven at Miss Tribe's home in Hereford street in honour of Miss Noyle Baker, Park terrace, whose marriage will take place at Easter. The guests were Miss Baker, Mrs Alan Read, Mrs G. Ashton, Mrs E. England, Mrs T. W. Tothill, Misses Neroli Smithson, Kathleen Lascelles, Sybil Webley, Hall, Mavis Saunders, Mae and Rita Hall, Margaret Ormerod, Maisie Greig, and Sylvia Goss. EIGHTY-SEVENTH BIRTHDAY A happy reunion of friends and relatives gathered to do honour to Mrs E. J. Trerise, who was celebrating her eighty-seventh birthday, at the residence of her daughter, Mrs C. H. Virtue, "Thorburn," Cashmere Hills, on Wednesday last.

The afternoon was pleasantly spent in music played by Mrs T. W. West, songs sung by Mrs G. Cook, and the relating of reminiscences. The drawing room was decorated with beautiful flowers brought by Mrs Trerise's friends. The cutting of the birthday cake and the blowing out of the 87 candles by the guest of honour were important ceremonies on the programme.

Felicitations were received by letter and telegram from England (.sister), America (sister), Invercargill, Wellington, Dunedin, Kaikoura, Wakanui, Ashburton, and friends in Christchurch. Three great-grandchildren in Christchurch sent their greetings over the air, and told great-grandma where she would find a present from them. The guests were Mesdames M. Bowbyes, G. Bowron, Bush, G. Cook, Greer, M. Opie, J. F. Scott, W. Small. N. E. Trerise, T. W. West, W. O. Brown, J. T. Gilling, J. A. Trerise, E. O. Trerise. and C. H. Virtue, and Misses Pashby and Stone. Mrs Stone, aged 91, came in the wind and rain to do honour to her "junior" friend. The festivities were continued at a high tea at 6.30 p.m., when the members of the family, Mesdames J. T. Gilling (Wellington), W. O. Brown (Dunedin), C. H. Virtue, and Messrs J. A., E. 0., and H. W. Trerise, met together for the first time for 17 years. The combined committees of the Tai Tapu branch of Nurse Maude's WellWishers' and Red Cross Committees are holding a monster fete in Rhodes Park Domain on Saturday, April 6, to help the funds. A good afternoon's sport is promisid. Stalls and competitions have been arranged, also a programme of sports for children, and fun for all. A bus will leave the Rink Taxis, Christchurch, at 2 p.m. The Hon. Sir R. Heaton Rhodes will open the fete, and Nurse Maude and Lady Wigram will be present.

CONFERENCE DINNER ' ASSOCIATION OF TRAINED MASSEURS A complimentary dinner to the delegates attending the conference of the New Zealand Trained Masseurs' Association was given by the Canterbury branch at Berth's last evening The guests included a "umber ot friencis of the members, and the gathering was a most enjoyable one or?' "coV'efZlT: name of Miss A " k -, A1 t an iVlS o M tlMc^rec^\rwoman of the Canterbury branch Se C registration of masseurs and the subsequent forming of the association She also traced the history practice of massage. thnnkpd the Miss Allan, m reply. thanked the Canterbury branch ioriU hospital^ Besides the loyal toast, the oiners honoured were:—"The Association, nronosed by Mr D. McPhee, and resDonded to by Mr Waino Sarelius: "The Massage School," proposed by Miss J Erwin and responded to by Miss M L Roberts (principal); Our Friends' in Wellington," proposed by Mr W T. Woods and responded to by, Mr c! O. Jorgensen; "Miss McLean and the Christchurch Committee, pi-opoS by Mr McPhee and resnonaed to by Miss McLean. Those present were Mcsdames P. • Roberts, P. C. Minhmnick, W. A C. Mc g?^^R E AS^P- i !ei^lh^i h.'S: i Gretchen Marsden, Rata McLean R.ma | Fraer M. L. Roberts, G. M. 1 etre, J Bull (Napier), Anne M. Blackie (Greymouth), M. E. Scott (Wanganui), J N. Ewen, Ellen Oliver, Joan Cottroll Marjorie Hervey, Ida Saltei, Mary Watson (Wellington), Claire. Cherry (Auckland), F. M. Watson (Westport), Isabel Mills (Timaru), Mav Wilkinson Joan Jennings, Nina Buchanan (Ashburton), F. H. Shaw (Wanganui), Messrs Waino Saiel us, w T Woods. Mcintosh, T* B. Gillespie. C. O. Jorgensen, D. McPhee, and George Abel. WOMEN'S ROUND TABLE CLUB ADDRESS BY DR. FRANCIS RENNETT Members of the Business and Professional Women's Round Table Club met at Ballantynes tearooms yesterday, when the speaker at luncheon was Dr. i Francis Bennett. Also present were j many members of the Masseurs Association who are in conference in Christi church. In introducing the spea.kei Miss Ellen Jones (the president) said that Dr. Bennett, besides being a medical man, was also the author of a successful play—a New Zealand stoiy —"The Prodigal Son." Dr. Bennett spoke on "Health, and dealt particularly with common ailments that affect those engaged m strenuous business life. Business people were, he said, the greatest sufferers from "nerves," resulting in irritability, jumpincss, loss of appetite, and a general run-down state of health. "Nerves" were caused by overwork, by the ceaseless jar of noises, by the strain of avoiding traffic, and by the contact with many persons. He suggested that, to prevent the evils of nerves, persons should cultivate a tidy mind, they should not allow themselves to be upset and would thus live more pleasantly. Routine and regularity should be cultivated and work should be regulated. Dr. Bennett sounded a warning against neglect of common complaints such as diseased tonsils, pyorrhoea, anaemia and goitre. Varicose veins, he said, were common, not amongst persons who took exercise, but amongst those who stood a great deal. It had been estimated that 25 per cent, of the population suffered from varicose veins in some form. In business life, Dr. Bennett said there was the excessive strain of noise, anxiety, and bustle, and people must adjust themselves as man had had to adjust himself to his environment all through the ages. A few hundred years ago man made the environment adjust itself to him. During the last 20 or 30 years there had been great emancipation of women-and he urged those present to take care of their health in the altered circumstances. After his interesting and instructive talk Dr. Bennett was accorded a hearty vote of thanks. TIMARU NEWS SOCIAL AND PERSONAL Miss Margaret Porritt ("Pareora Cottage," Le Cren's terrace), who has been staying with Miss Fonna Macdonald (Orari), has returned home. Mrs Basil Unwin, who has been the guest of Miss Tripp (Orari Gorge), has returned to Timaru. Miss Lorraine Orbell (Waikouaiti) will be her guest for the week-end. Mrs Valentine (Perth) and Miss Jean Paton (Sydney), who have been staying with Mrs O. D. Flamank (Orbell street), have left on their return to Australia.

Mrs E. Thompson ("Beverley House") has returned from a visit to Christchurch.

Recent arrivals at the Empire Hotel include Mr E. B. Ellerm, Mr A. J. Don, Mr R. Nation, Mr E. Sagar (Auckland), Mr J. R. McLune, Mr J. H. Hilliard, Major J. Dunham, Mr'W. M. Wood, Mr R. S. Head, Mr C. Davey (Wellington), Miss M. Blackett (Wanganui), Mr J. R. Donovan. Mr T. B. Gray (Masterton), Mr and Mrs W. Sandman, Masters Sandman (2) (Nelson), Mr and Mrs L. de la Mare, Mr C. Neal, Mr J. Campbell, Mr L. S. Ayers, Mr L. J. Ashworth, Mr G. Hollander. Mr J. M. Cook, Mr J. B. Spencer, Mrs H. Armstrong, Mr R. Stuart, Mr W. C. Colee, Mr K. A. Thomson. Mr W. B. Blair, Mr C. Masters. Mr J. W. Burtinshaw (Christchurch), Mr G. Hay (Ashburton), Miss Mcßae (Timaru), Mr G. Morris (Rakaia), Mr J. T. Himberg, Mr J. Starr, Mr J. H. Williamson, Mr J. O'Brien, Mr H. G. Eckhoff, Mr R. Watson, Mr R. E. Crawford, Mr J. T. Gillan, Mr I. Macdonald, Mr A. J. Ford, Mr E. Bennett, Mr A. Thomson (Dunedin), Mr R. Tavey, and Mr R. Parsons (Fairlie). Recent guests at the Grosvenor Hotel include Mr N. Gadsen (Melbourne), Mr G. Wimble, Mr R. Harries (Sydney), Mr and Mrs W. G. Douglas, Mr G. Baillon. Mr B. A. Murphy, Mr H. Millar (Auckland), Mr and Mrs R Barkley Smith, Mr E. L. Ackroyd, Mr L. G. Moss. Mrs H. M. Moss, Mr B. C. Clarkson, Mr A. G. Macdonald, Mr H. Montague (Wellington), Mr F. H. Hall, Mr A.Cooper, Mr T. Merry, Mr S. McDonald, Mr C. J, Gray, Mr J. B. Masters, Mr H. S. Cook, Mr J. L. Philp, Mr H. C. Preston, Mr E. W. Waller (Christchurch), Mr A. Haig, Miss Mr and Mrs A. C. Matheson (Dunedin).

WEDDING SPELLERBERG—M'LEAN Dainty mauve Michaelmas daisies and marigolds made an effective setting for the wedding of Miss Mary I McLean to Mr Ronald Spellerberg, which took place in the Ashburton Baptist Tabernacle recently. The Rev. L. P. Bryan officiated, and Miss L. j Porter was organist. The bride, who was escorted by Mr I Hector McLean, wore a white satin gown, simply cut, a radium lace coatee, and a beautiful silk net veil. ,She carried a white Testament draped with pale pink begonias. The bridesmaid was Miss Evelyn Wilson, who wore a frock of floral ninon, and mauve felt hat. She carried a bouquet to tone. Mr Edward Beach was best man. At the church door, the bride was presented with satin horse-shoes by her tiny nieces, Maureen Beck and Lorraine Anderson. Relatives and close friends were entertained by Mrs McLean at 123 Moore street, Ashburton. For travelling, Mrs Spellerberg wore a golden brown silk velvet frock, a fawn swagger coat and accessories to match. CRINOLINES AND FICHUS THE BARRETTS—A WELLDRESSED FAMILY When the curtain fell on "The Barretts of Wimpole Street" at the Regent Theatre last night, murmurs of regret arose from all parts of the theatre: — a wonderful tribute to a fine play, splendidly acted. Robert Browning, "the handsomest poet in England," as played by Fredric March, was irresistible in his impetuosity and bravado, and Norma Shearer as Elizabeth Barrett was beautiful, both in face and in character. It must be admitted that Mr Barrett, the almost incredibly tyrannical and self-satisfied father of three attractive daughters and six fine-looking sons, was, with all his faults, an excellent provider, as his house was well furnished and well appointed and his daughters were always beautifully dressed. When the play begins, Elizabeth was an invalid, hardly able to move from a reclining position on a sofa. She wore a black velvet gown, a scarf of ivory Spanish lace, and a big cameo ring to match her cameo brooch. Another lovely black crinoline frock was trimmed with exquisite filmy lace, and when, restored to health, she secretly left her father's house to marry Robert Browning, she wore a frock and cloak of black velvet, richly trimmed with fur, and a small, very becoming, plumed hat. Her high-spirited, rebellious sister, Henrietta (Maureen O'Sullivan), her quieter sister, Anabel (Katharine Alexander), and the lisping cousin, Bella, wore many beautiful hooped gowns. The devoted servant, Wilson (Una O'Connor), who was responsible for much of the comedy of the play, moved as if on wheels, her feet never once showing beneath her voluminous skirts. But apart from the excellence of the picture, it was worth paying the price of admission merely to see Miss Earrett's dog. Flush, to note his distaste for family prayers, his reserved attitude towards the master of the house, and his uncanny appreciation of Mr Browning's boast, "I am a vei-y modest man."

[ ANNUAL DANCE i ■ EAST CIIR IS TCIIU KC H SWIMMING CLUIS The annual dance and presentation of prizes of the East Christchurch Amateur Swimming Club was held at the Carlyle Street Hall, where, in spite of the inclemency of the weather, there was a large attendance and an enjoyable evening was spent. The Dawson-Winfield Orchestra supplied the music and Mr H. T. Schou was master of ceremonies. Mr Angus Donaldson, president of the club, presented the trophies won during the season and als» made a presentation, on the club's behalf, to Mr Malcolm Connor, the prominent distance swimmer, who is soon to be married. Mr Cliff, a vice-president, announced his intention of making provision for a challenge cup for competition among lady swimmers of the club. Items were given by members oi the Christchurch Harmonica Band and novelty dances, including a lucky spot, Monte Carlos, and a lucky snowball dance, added to the enjoyment of guests. Supper arrangements were attended to by Mesdames P. R. Smith and F. M. Ritchie and Miss Pat Hill. Among those present were Mesdames P. R. Smith, Anson, W. K. Lauchiand, H. W. Smith, C. W. Lillyman, F. Millward Ritchie, and Barnsley, Misses Pat Hill, Lorna Hughes, Betty Christie, Elvina Stephens, Dorothy Ellis, Eileen Smyth, Norrie Smyth, P. Nuttall, M. Weir, M. Phillips, Edna Townsend, Corrie Crowe. Dorothy Footc, D. Steere, J. Stewart, Rita Collins, Trixie Dunlop, Phyllis Burton, M. Dyer, L. Cameron, P. Prestidge, N. Dunlop, J. Nuttall, H. Turner, C. Newman, M. Rhodes, B. McEwin, Audrey Hunter, E. C. Jackson, Olga Way. Kathleen Way, Betty Cooper (Wellington), Chrissie Swan, Daisy Laurie, and Hillary Cade. CHRISTCHURCH LADIES' AMATEUR SWIMMING CLUB To mark the conclusion of a most successful season, the members of the Christchurch Ladies' Swimming Club held a club carnival at the Tepid Baths on Wednesday evening. Despite the inclement weather, there was a large attendance of members, and the various events were keenly contested. The results were as follows: — 50 yards handicap-: Miss B. Hobson (9sec) 3, Miss B. Graham 2, Mrs I. Drummond 3: Time, 39see. 33 1-3 yards breaststroke handicap: Mrs I. Drummond and Mrs M. Thomson, equal, 1, Miss L. Shierlaw 3. Handicap dive: Miss L. Shierlaw 1, Miss B. Graham 2. Novelty ilag race: Miss B. Graham. Medley relay: Mrs I. Drummond and Misses B. Graham and P. Black I. Consolation race: Mrs I. Drummond 1, Miss P. Black 2. Officials acting during the evening were: Starter, Miss D. Brown; starter's steward, Mrs I. LeCren; judges, Mrs W. Brown and Misses H. Brown and P. Bowman. Handsome trophies, given by Mrs W. Brown, Mrs Graham, and Miss Brown were later presented by the club captain to the successful competitors, and the evening concluded with supper, served by the club captain and committee. VISITORS TO CHRISTCHURCH Warner's Hotel: Miss E. Henry (Dunedin), Mrs D. B. Stevenson and Miss Keid (Upcot, Marlborough), and Miss Livingston (Wnimahaka). Clarendon Hotel: Mr and Mrs and Misses King and Mi3s V. Maomillan (Dunedin), Mr and Mrs Morley Johnson and Miss M. Morrison (Sydney). United Service Hotel: Mr and Mrs and Miss Skinner (Wellington). Mr and Mrs K. K. Donald (Waipukurau), Mr and Mrs E. E. Webber (United States), and Misses McLean (Dunedin). Hotel Federal: Mr and Mrs Rolf Kevs (Hastings), Mrs F. T. Seivell, Miss Seweil, and.Miss L. Bone (Melbourne). New City Hotel: Mr and Mrs P. P. Wausitt (Invercargill), Mrs It. Nalder (Auckland), and Miss N. McCarthy and Miss U. McLean (Wellington).

WOMEN'S DIVISION OP FARMERS' UNION CHRISTCHURCH BRANCH Mrs J. D. Hall presided over a fair attendance of members at the usual monthly meeting of the Christchurch branch of the Women's Division of the Farmers' Union, which was held at the Young Men's Christian Association's buildings. The president gave an interesting outline of the interprovincial conference held, at Ashburton on March 8. Remits brought up at this conference were discussed by members. A reminder was giyen of the provincial executive's fair, which is to be held in April. Goods and produce of all descriptions from the country branches will be for sale at the stalls. The next meeting of the Christchurch branch will be the annual meeting, which will be held on April 24 at 2.30 p.m. in the Young Men's Christian Association. After general discussion of business had taken place Mrs J. D. Hall introduced Miss Heine, who gave a most interesting and enjoyable talk on "Plants in New Zealand." She described a trip to the Mount Arthur range, in the Nelson district, and the flora met with there. Mrs H. G. Denham proposed a vote of thanks to the speaker, which was heartily endorsed by all present. HOME ECONOMICS ASSOCIATION

The first meeting this year of the Home Economics Association was held last night at the Navy League Hall, snd was very largely attended. Miss McKie (vice-president) opened the meeting. She referred briefly to [he work of last year, and the plans for 1935. She welcomed back Miss Blackmore after a long absence through illness, and regretted her resignation of the office of president. All members, except one, of the retiring committee were able to continue in office, and were duly reflected, Mrs Cowan replacing Mrs Ferguson. Miss McKie welcomed Mrs J. Richards, the newly-elected president, who then took the chair. The entertainment for the evening was provided by Miss Millicent Jennings, who gave a demonstration singing lesson. Simple exercise in voice production were given, the following singers acting with Miss Jennings as demonstrators —Misses Marjorie Watt, Grace Torkington, Marian Wade, Esme '3ridgeman, Gwynneth Brown, Tiria and Kaara Trent, Mrs P. Z. Harris, and Master Ivan Bacon. Annual Report The annual report stated: —The year has been a most successful one. Twelve meetings were* held during the year—consisting of musical and dramatic evenings, talk on flowers and ■able decorations (illustrated), gas and electric cookery demonstrations, arts and crafts, handwork, including rug and stool making, gardening, dress designing travel talks, handwork display. and social evening to finish the year's work. A very successful handwork class (arts and crafts) was held during the year, conducted by Mrs J. Richards. Several Home Economics Association members went to the country to demonstrate at the Women's Institute and Women's Division of the Farmers' Union, amongst these being Mesdames E. Bowbyes, J. Richards, Collins. Duncan, Misses N. Grand, Menzies, Blackmore. E. Trounce, and J. Shaw —also the ladies of the St. John Ambulance. Competitions were held during the year. Letters of thanks have been received from the organisations for relief of distress, which we have.helped during the year. Thanks were expressed to the following for help received: —The press generally and the lady editors particularly, the Gas Company and Municipal Electricity Department, the Navy League secretary, and all others who had helped the association to live up to its motto, "For Home and Country," and our aim: to help by the aid of talks and practical demonstrations any work which has for its object the welfare of the home, and the consequent promotion of health, comfort, happiness, and efficiency of the community. Members will be pleased to know that through the courtesy of "The Press," the Home Economics Association has a fortnightly column in that paper on Saturdays. Election of Officers The following are the officers for 1935:—President. Mrs J. Richards; vicepresidents, Misses M. A. Blackmore, J. Shaw, S. McKee, L. Gilmour, A. Spence, C. Wardle; committee, Mesdames E. Bowbyes, J. Lorimer, C. L. Rollo, G. Gartoi:, P. Stevens, J. Barrel!, A. Borland, J. S. Kelly, and Cowan, Misses E. McGregor. M. Sidey; honorary secretary and treasurer. Miss E. E. Bevin; assistant secretary. Miss L. Gilmour. ALEXANDRA HALL OLD-TIME DANCE TO-NIGHT Another special attraction will be presented at this evening's old-time dance at the Alexandra Hall, when the dance will take the form of a balloonstream carnival. Hundreds of coloured balloons will glitter under the rays of powerful spotlights. Mr Jackson and his popular old-time band will feature all the old favourite tunes of gone-by days, and Jim Hamilton will entertain with extra dance numbers, on the piano-accordion. Old-time dancing will begin at 7.30 p.m., and will continue without a dull moment for four hours and a half. A special Monte Carlo and lucky number will be included among the many attractions arranged. The assembly cordially invites town and country lovers of old-time dancing. A shilling advertisement in thi classified section of "The Press" will sell your goods. Try it. 12 words Is. three insertions' 2s 6d. —<3