News For Women

Press, Volume LXXI, Issue 21506, 22 June 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. Sncfa Items should be .fully authenticated, and engagement notices must bear the signatures of both parties. Correspondence is Invited on any matters affeetlng, or »f interest to. women.

CURRENT NOTES Miss Bromley Cocks (Ranfurly street), who has been visiting Mrs Bernard Tripp, Timaru, returned home yesterday. The commanding officer and wardroom officers of the Royal Naval Volunteer Reserve have issued invitations for a dance, to be held at the reserve headquarters on July 6. Miss J. A. Letham and Miss B. Helliwell have returned from Wellington, after completing their maternity training at Alexandra Hospital. Miss Deirdre Mulligan, wiio has been the guest of her aunt, Mrs R. W. Morrow (Fendalton), has returned to Ashburton. Mr T. A. McKellar (Christchurch), Miss Agnes Hay, and Miss Marjone McKellar are travelling in England. They intend to be in Britain lintil the end of October—-visiting Scotland and Wales—and will return home via .Suez and Java. Mr and Mrs H. A. Brown (Wellington) are having a quiet holiday in London prior to making a general tour by motor-car of England and Scotland. Mrs Arthur Ledger (Knowles street) has arrived in England with her daughter, Mrs J. H. Herbert, and the latter's two children. Mrs Ledger went from Adelaide, joining her daughter at Malta. PaymasterCommander Herbert will arrive later, and will be with them at Chichester, where he has a house. Since arriving in England the little daughter, Anne, who was in New Zealand as a baby, has been laid up with bronchitis, due to the change of climate after Malta.

Miss Olivia Spencer Bov/er ("Claxby," Swannanoa), who has been sketching at Punakaiki, West Coast, will spend a few weeks at Arthur's Pass before returning, to Christchurch. Miss Kitty Dixon, West Eyreton, has left to join her.

It has been announced in London that the marriage which was arranged between Mr Hugh Davis and Miss Joan Annette Tuck will not now take place. Miss Tuck is the elder daughter of Major Sir Reginald and Lady Tuck, of Free Chase, Warninglid, Sussex. At the meeting of the executive of the Humanitarian and Anti-Vivisec-tion Society of New Zealand, Inc., Miss A. Forrest, Cashel street, who was one of the early members of the executive, was unanimously reelected to office. Miss Forrest's private work for outcast animals has always had the support of the society, even when she was not actively attached to it. It was also decided to give Miss Forrest further assistance with stray animals she housed for the Humanitarian and Anti-Vivisection Society. Mrs J. Cracroft Wilson (Christchurch) has come to England mainly to see her daughter and her family, who are living at Aldershot, wrote the London correspondent of "The Press" on June 1. Later she will go to the south coast, where she has taken a house. While in London during the Silver Jubilee celebrations, Mrs Wilson attended-a meeting of girl guides at Rutland House. where Princess Alice, Countess of Athlone, took the chair. There was a very representative gathering of guides from England and overseas. At both guide and scout headquartf>rs the authorities were greatly interested to have late news of the Chief Scout and the Chief Guide, who were guests of Mrs Cracroft Wilson while they were in Christchurch. Lady Read, the chief commissioner for overseas, is to give an "at home" at the Empress Club, and during her next visit to London Mrs Wilson will visit the Mothercraft Training Centre at Cromwell House, in eomnany with Mrs McGeorge (Dunedin).

Mrs A. D. Houston, Dominion president of the Humanitarian and Anti-Vivisection Society of New Zealand, who is in the North Island for some weeks pending her departure for England, has been lecturing to schools in Wellington on the work of the society. Mrs Houston will, spend a few days in Christchurch to say good-bye to her friends before leaving the Dominion. A marriage has been arranged between John Hawdon Lascelles, only son of Lieutenant-Colonel E. ff. W. Lascelles and Mrs Lascelles, of 145 Rivermead Court, London, and Janet Hamilton Campbell Kidston, eldest daughter of Mr and Mrs George Kidston, of Hazelbury Manor, Box, Wilts., and la St. James' square, London, S.W.I.

The engagement is announced of Winifred Alice, eldest daughter of Mr T. Dale and the late Mrs Dale, to Alexander Michael, eldest son of Mr and Mrs A. A. Thomson, Brydone, Southland.

July 30 is the date which has been chosen for the wedding of Edwin Hill Balfour Neill, the Seaforth Highlanders, son of the late Mr B. H. Neill, Dunedin. and Mrs Norman Bayles, Gullane, East Lothian, and Prudence Avery, second daughter of Mr Basil Wenham, of Armscote, near Stratford-on-Avon, and the late Mrs Wenham. The ceremony will take place at St. Mark's, North Audley street.

Invitations have been issued for the sixth annual dance of the International Harvester Company of New Zealand, Ltd., to be held at the Winter Garden on Thursday, July 18. The committee, as in the past, is doing its utmost to provide an enioyable evening's entertainment. With the programme of music and novelties, specially arranged, this year's function should be even more successful than on previous occasions. Dance music will be supplied by the Bailey-Marston orchestra. The committee of the Richmond Hill Golf Club has issued invitations for its jubilee dance, to be held in the Town Hall, Sumner, on Friday, July 5. The Bailey-Marston orchestra will pupdl.v the music, and a particularly efficient committee is working hard to make the dance a notable success.

Nurse Maude gratefully acknowledges donations from "L.M.N.," "A Friend," "In-as-Much-as," "For Cornforts,"' and "A Friend, Governor's Bay," cloth ins: from the Presbyterian' Ladies' Guild, and hot water bottles from "Mother," Rangiora. .

STONEHURST. For those CHRISTCHURCH people who desire the comfort of a well-man-aged home, which is both quiet and centrally situated, "Stonehurst" Private Hotel oifords the ideal residence. Noted for its efficient service, this House is eminently suited to those who wish the advantages, without the ever-recurring expenses, of a private home. Moreover, all the varied facility which it offers may be had at a tariff as low as is consistent with good service. The Management welcomes enquiries, whether by letter or telephone (34-207), and is always ready to interview personally intending guests.

A NEW MOVE. The well-known Annette Toilet Salon, under the direction of Miss Broun and Miss Feron, has moved from 53 Cathedral square to larger, more up-to-date premises opposite Melody Lane, in High street (upstairs). 'Phone 41-042 for ?.n oppointment. —<s

BRIDGE PARTY A bridge party, organised by Mrs J. G. L. Vernon and Mrs L. B. Young, was held yesterday afternoon and evening at Mrs Young's home, "Khandalla'V' Papanui road, in aid of the Crichton Cobbers, a band of young men who are particularly interested in gymnastic:; and who may be regarded as junior associates of Toe 11. Those who played in the afternoon were Mesdames J. D. Fairhurst, J. Cur. tis, G. L. Donaldson, R. E. McDougail, E. R. Webb, Alan Nicholls, Ronald Fisher, Edwin Hamilton, Osmond Smith, H. L. Bowker, D. Williamson, H. Mac Donald, Gunn, Harrison, V. Turnbull, McCredie, A. Morrison, Misses M. Cuthbert, Webb, C. Wheeler, Cicely Pratt, M. Reese, and Morrison.

Those who attended the evening party were Mr and Mrs Cyrus Williams, Mesdames C. J. Ronaldson, F. Hartley, C. White, C. Hand-Newton, E. C. Frater, P. H. N. Freeth, E. Lichfield, D. E. Wood, Scott Baker, L. Hyles, H. C. Rogers, H. L. Bowker, W. H. Meddings, A. Cook, Appleby, Bennett, S. Harrison, Williamson, Taylor, Cocks, A. Rose, Coles, Morgan, Falconer, Clarkson, Misse Williams, F. Wilson, Ferguson, Redpath. Nixon, G. and M. Skoglund, Papprill (2), Bridge, Tribe, Goss, Stark, Wright,Bull, Middleton, Cameron, Hamilton, Young, Sapsford, Mr J. Fisher. Donations were received from Mr and Mr. R. C. Symes, Mr and Mrs R. Mitchell, Lady Acland, Mesdames E. J. Cordner, G. Weston, C. C. Davis, H. G. Livingstone, J. G. Collins, C. L. Hart, P. B. Hume, E. S. Vernon, T. F. Gibson, H. T. J. Thacker, William Nicholls, G. W. C. Smithson, H. van Asch, Bennett, F. Banks, D. H. Jennings, Ross, A. C. Spencer, Macbeth, B. E. H. Whitcombe, A. Smith, Messrs J. W. Barrow, A. G. Lester, J. G. L. Vernon, F. Vernon, George Gather, J. W. Woodhouse, and Dr. E. J. Cooke.

SURPRISE PARTY A surprise party visited the home of Mr and Mrs E. Hyde (Shirley) recently, to honour their daughter, Jean, whose birthday it was. The time was spent with games and competitions. Mr J. H. Dunlop was master of ceremonies, Those present were Mrs Hyde, Misses .Jean Hyde, Margaret McKenzie, Hazel Battersby, Helen Pow, Esma Hyde, Marjorie Cupwell, Florrie McLaren, Joyce Dingle, Messrs Lyndsay McKenzie, Honald Bissett, George Napier, Frank McKenzie. Oswald Bennett. B. Bale, Raymond McKenzie, Hamilton Dunlop, and J. Hyde. ■ SELECT OLD-TIME DANCE At the Caledonian Hall on Monday evening the management of the select old-time dance will present their annual "kitchen evening." The stage will be arranged to represent a kitchen, and appropriate costumes will be worn by the members. There will be 24 kitchen prizes for numerous Monte Carlo and lucky-spot dances. The Evans-Campbell "Chef" Band will provide the music, and the gallery will be ©pen lor spectators. ,

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PLUNKET SOCIETY

RICCARTON SUB-BRANCH Mrs C. Chilton presided at the monthly meeting of the Sub-Iticcarton branch of the Plunket Society. The treasurer (Mrs R. Hall) reported a bank balance of £2G 19s. A sub-committee consisting of Mesdames Allan Fisher, Lance Jewell, H. E. Garth, and A. G. Bean, was set up to make arrangements for a bridge and "500'' party to be held next month to augment funds for Violet Day. The secretary v/as asked to send a letter of sympathy in the death of her husband to Mrs Lowe, a former committee member. Nurse Horrcll reported thut during May 101 adults and 101 babies had visited the office. Arrangements were made for the activities of the sub-branch on Violet Day. D ALGETY AND COMPANY, LIMITED STAFF DANCE Limited to immediate members of the staff and their friends, the annual staff ball of Messrs Dalgety and Company, Ltd., although not a large one, is always very popular amongst those who are fortunate to receive invitations, and is of the nature of a large "family" party where those who come in contact with each other in their daily occupations, meet for a pleasant evening's recreation under very pleasant circumstances.

Caricatures of stuff members arranged on the walls of the ballroom created much amusement, and In the supper rooms, the tables were bright with wattle, narcissi, and Iceland poppies.

Mr H. S. Barns (manager) and Mrs Barns received the guests. The latter, who v/as presented with a beautiful bouquet of flowers, was wearing a caramel brown lace frock with a satin coatee to match relieved with cream flowers.

Members of the organising committee were Misses Joyce Hulbert. Hazel Cook, Messrs Stephen Lester, Gordon Smith, Edgar Harris (honorary secretary). Miss Hulbert wore a frock of midnight blue satin made with stitched shoulder flares, and relieved with a spray of white (lowers. Miss Cook's frock of white linen lace had short puffed sleeves, the skirt being slashed at the sides. Her shoulder spray was composed of pink flowers. Miss Maisie Ottoy's orchestra supplied music for dancing. Amongst those present were Mesdames R. Williams. A. Hern. CI. Thomson, O. E. Evans, W. G Smith, Vesey Robinson, J. G. Weir. Crosby Morris. H. E. W. Roberton. G. A. M. Hilson, C. Uren, Arnold Beanlund, R. W. Smith (Methven). Leslie Mulligan. Dale Partridge, Stephen Lester, Mervyn Walls. Alan Neil, J. N. Cottrell. J. W. Mosley, G. W. Southgate, A. Cowie. J. F. Stratton, Misses Elsie Barr. F. Mockett. Betty Waller, B Thomson, J. Thomson. Alice Royds. Margaret Gurr, Helen Bruce. Elisabeth Maling. H. Williams. Elsie Mulholland. Coral Elliot, Thora Bourkc. Florence Coo, Kathleen White. Vacher Bullen. Eleanor Miles, D. McEachen, Olive Taylor, Gv.-cn Mogridge. Leila Greig. Carol Ward, V. Owen. Betty Thompson. Joan Sutherland. Betty Wellwood. Kathleen Talbot, Evelyn Duckworth, P. Boyce, Gwen Glasson, and Billie Cumrnings.

STAFF DANCE The office staff of the North Canterbury Hospital Board held its fourth annual dance on Wednesday night. Mr W. Grenfoll acted as master of ceremonies, and music was supplied by Stamlcr's orchestra. Hems were Riven bv Mr Claude O'Hagan and Miss Dorothy Withell. Members of the committee responsible for the programme were Misses D. Fulton (secretary), C. Corser, .J. Howitt, C. Collett, E. McDonald, V. Jones, and M. Allard. Amongst those present were Mesdames A. T Dallcy, J. F. Day. J. Peattie Misses Joyce Sargent. Thelma Merret't. Mavis Green, V. Jones, Jean Howitt, Wynn Little, Constance Corser. Constance Collett, Cecilia Taylor, P. Vaughan, Edna McDonald, Norah Kent, Dorothy Withell Norma Collett, Doris Fulton Theresa Laurenson, Nettie Bolt, A. Ellen, W. R. Norris. M. Peters Daphne Wright, G. S. Knowles. Ruth Fulton, L. Brown, Molly Maxwell. M B. Wilson, Molly Allard Ada le Page. Reta Upton, Dorothy Strachan. Joan Brooke, Alison Shavpe, Lulu Balch. Emily Skelton, Zora Adkins, and Kathleen Smyth.

CONCERT AND DANCE ■ The first concert and dance arranged by the Christchurch Douglas Social Credit Movement was held in the Jcllicoe Hall on Thursday evening. The programme included items by Misses Muriel Rouse, Thelma Cusack. Messrs Reed, Claude O'Hagan, Frank Shearer, and Miss Muriel Waugh's pupils, who gave a demonstration of Scottish and Irish dances. After the concert, Mr G. Bradford's orchestra supplied music for dancing. Dances by June and Douglas Sheppard and acrobatic items by Miss Heather Wright were much appreciated. The Mayor and Mayoress (Mr and Mrs D. G. Sullivan) were welcomed, and Miss Muriel Rouse presented a bouquet to Mrs Sullivan, on behalf of members of the movement. The success of the entertainment was largely due to the organising ability of Mrs David Dendy Steadman and her helpers.

OBITUAKY

MRS MARY JANE KING Mrs Mary Jane King, whose death has occurred at her home in Swann's road, Richmond, was one of Canterbury's earliest residents. She was the eldest daughter of Mr and Mrs T. Todd, and was born at Riccarton on June 29, 1855. Pier family later lived at Kaiapoi. Mrs King married Mr Richard King and removed to Christchurch. She leaves a family of four daughters and two sonsr-Mrs E. M. Grace (Christ-c-hurch\ Mrs T. A. Nash (Wellington), Mrs F. H. Chapman (Ashburton), Mrs F. W. Pearce (Otahuni). and Messrs L. A. mid T. E. King (Christchurch) 'She leaves 21 grandchildren and four great-grandchildren. Mrs King's only sister is Mrs C. W. Garrard (St. Helper's, Auckland), and her one surviving brother, Mr J. Todd (Woodend). The funeral took place at the Linwood Cemetery on Wednesday, the Rev. J. C. Draper conducting the service. Wreaths and flowers were sent by the family, Mj; and Mrs Joe Todd, Hazel, Eric, ancf Dorothy; the Rev. C. B. Jordan and. Mrs Jordan; F. Aldersley; Richmond Methodist Church; Richmond Ladies' Guild; Mr and Mrs W. Billons; mail room, parcels branch. General Post Office; Keith and Hazel Girling; Mrs C. Shaw and Leo; Mr and Mrs F. H. Musgrove; the Scott family (Doyleston); Messrs W. 33. Best and T. P. Neale; Mr and Mrs E. A. Rattray; Mr J. Hoban and family (Culverden); Mrs S. Chapman (Ashburton). MRS EMMA HILL The death occurred last week of Mrs Emma Hill, at her son's x-esidence, 9 Whittington avenue, Opawa. Mrs Hill was an • old identity of Canterbury, having arrived in Lyttelton on October 24, 285G, with her parents, at the age of three years, on the sailing ship Joseph Fletcher. She was the eldest daughter of the late John and Rebecca Fisher. The family stayed in Lyttelton, then left to take up residence in Christchurch, via the Bridle Track and Fcrrymcad, on pack-horse. They lived in Windmill road, now known as Antigua street, for some years. Then Mr Fisher built one of the first houses on Papanui road and took up r. -i----denco there. Mrs Hill was the eldest of a family of eight, and survived them all by two years. She was in her eighty-third year at the time of her death. Mrs Hill had lived in the Papanui district most of her life, and was educated at Miss Cameron s school. , , ~ „ In the year 1875 she married the eldest son of Mr William Channon Hill of Hills road, Shirley, who arrived in Now Zealand on the Roya - Stuart in 1855 and took up farming at Shirley. Mr William Hill died on May 17, 1929. f■ e is survived by one daughter Mrs C Pryke, New Brighton, and i>ve sons Mr William Hill. St. Albans; Mr John H. Hill, Papanui road; Mr Cyril Hill Harewood rond, Papanui; Mr Fredrick Hill. Wyndham roaa, Papanui; and Mr Peter Hill, 0 Whittington avenue.

HOCKEY TOURNAMENT DANCE In honour of the visiting university ladies' and men's hockey teams, a dance was held last evening in the hall at Canterbury College. The guests of honour included Mcsdatnes C. Chilton M. C. Hcndrie, C. E. Foweraker, R. S Allan, and H. G. Denham. The committee who carried out the arrangements comprised Miss Nancy Wagner, Messrs W. G. Woodward, H. C. Ford, C. Walker, B. D. DumCia, and A. C. Ives. Thosf present included Mesdames K. C. Cooper, Frank Fan-ell, Misses Nancy Hitchcock, Betty Jarmari, E. Alford, Helen Rccs-Jones, Nancy Webbcr,>Jovce Hamer, Brenda Hunt, Dawn Smith, Barbara Rinder, Margaret Will, Joan Gibson, Ruth Morrison, Phyllis Jones, Nancy Stewart, L. McNeur. Valeric North, Hazel Johnson, I. Allen. Shona Paterson, Edna Witten, Shirley Entican. Joy Oliver, Sydney Mason. Ena Fleetwood, Dulcie Fleetwood, Janet Grainger, Olga Robinson, Nancy Mayfield, Marjorie Nclligan, Ursula Flynn, Mavis Trounce, Marjorie Gudsell, Barbara Bruce, Marjorie Milsom. Maisie Greig, Rita Nolan, Elsie Gibbons, Margaret Lyons, Pat GrahamJackson; Joan DufiieM, Nancy Wagner, Eve Williamson, Eonia Casi-lberg. Geraldine Kean, Elizabeth Roberton, Audrey Harding, Babette Buddell. M. Barr, Una Dacre, Isobel Bell, Ola Murphy, Eva Deibert. Margaret Knight's, Barbara Johnson, Nancy Ives, Annette Verrall, Eileen Enton. Beatrice Habberjam, Kathleen Harrow, Jeanette Gow, Jean Keighley, Elvie Green, Hilary Sargent, Dorothy Green, Jeanne Halm.

INFORMAL DANCE AT COLLEGE HOUSE Last evening an informal dance was held at College House. The committee responsible for the arrangements comprised Messrs D. A. Hudson, O. P. Gabites, and W. Hursthouse. The dining hall was used for dancing, supper being served in the studies. Those present wre Misses Myra Billons, Margot WaJJwork, Pat Coote, Jean Rumbold, Jeanette Fitch, ' Jill Shand, Joyce Blunden, Joan McNeill, Rona Lewis, Joyce Woods, Peggy Young, Loma Mann, Bea Saintsbury. Brigit Gresson, Betty Andrews, Barbara Chisholm, Nancy Williams, Edith Sandrey, Nancy Browne. CELEBRATING A WIN ROYAL LIMOND'S OWNER ENTERTAINS The Elm wood bowling pavilion was crowded on Wednesday evening, when Mr Alex. Syme entertained his friends to commemorate the victory of his horse, Royal Limond, in the recent Great Northern Steeplechase at Auckland. The hall was decorated with his colours, black and gold, a photograph of the horse and rider, D. O'Connor, occupying a prominent place. More than 100 guests attended, and flag bridge was played, the winners being Mrs W. Barker, Mrs R. H. Morgan, and Mr T. D. Lennie, the booby prizes by Mr and Mrs Anderson, and Mrs A. Mitchell, while a consolation dance competition was won by Mr and Mrs McMaster. Mr R. Smith presented Mr and Mrs Syme with a buttonhole and a spray of choice flowers in their colours, and afterwards presided at supper, when several speeches were made. He said their host's success in the race had been gratifying to his numerous friends. Mr W. Norrie, Mr J. D. Renton and Mr T. W. Robson also added their congratulations and thanks on behalf of those present. Mr Syme said he was naturally pleased, and thanked those attending and others for their hearty greetings. He attributed the credit for the win to his trainer. Mr D. O'Connor spoke briefly, giving all credit to the horse.

TIMARU NEWS SOCIAL AND PERSONAL Miss Mary Reeves, who has been visiting Mrs Henry Harper (Grassy Hills), is now the guest of Mrs Donald Macdonald, Coronation street, Waimatc. Mrs Murray Fuller, who was the guest of Mrs William Burns, Church street, has gone to Nelson, where she will hold an exhibition of pictures. Mrs Wilkinson (Wellington) is the guest of Mrs Stone-Wigg, Waihi School. Winchester. Mrs Harold Wright (Mayfield> is staying with Miss Wright, WGi-iti road, Mrs C. C. W. Haselden (Bank of New South Wales) left yesterday for a visit to Christchurch. Mrs I. W. Raymond (Invercargill) j£ staying at Beverley House, Wai-iti road. An enjoyable bridge party v/as held at the home of Mr and Mrs T. W. Manchester (Kitchener square), who kindly lent their home to the Highfield Women's Bowling Club for the occasion. Among those present were Mrs J. Howard (president), Mr and Mrs M. Vucetich, Mr and Mrs G. Broadhead, Mr and Mrs G. M. Morrison. Mr and Mrs G. McFarlane, Mr and Mrs Crisp, Captain and Mrs A. Pennefather, Mr and Mrs P. Vesty, Mr and Mrs F. Bartis, Mr and Mrs R. B. Hart, Mr and Mrs A. S. Jones, Mr and Mrs McCort, Mr and Mra K. Mayo, Mesdames G. J. Wallace, A. Price. F. E. Duncan. E. BOwfe, J. R. Wright, J. G. Duncan, E. Osborn, S. Arthur, J. A. Norrie, C. A. Hind, A. Maxwell, J. A. Pottenger, Misses Elsie Macaulay, Hyde. Wilson, G. Manchester, and Long, Messrs J. B. Robinson, G. McDonald, J. Monteith, A. Heron, sen., A. Heron, jun., and James Macaulay. Recent guests at the Empire Hotel include Mr and Mrs L. Murray (Palmerston North), Mr D. E. German (Auckland). Mr J. Oxford, Mr J. Tait, Mr F. Duncan, Mr D. Todd, Mr L. M. Yolland, Mr H Tonks, Mr and Mrs Wood, Mr A. Fitzgerald (Wellington), Mr W. Gill, Mr H. C. Fabling. Mr .' M. Cook. Mr J. B. Spencer, Mr L. W. Milson, Mr R. Stewart, Mr F. D. Sheppard, Mr C. Sloper, Mr J. L. Myhre. Mr C. Masters. Mr L. B. Ayers. Mr L. Williams, Mr W. Gill (Christchurch), Mr C. Macdonald (Fairlie), Mr A. D. Sincock, Mr A. Hesse, Mr J. M. Alexander, Mr M. Quirk, Mr and Mrs E. R. Bailey. Mr and Mrs R. E. Burrows. Me F. J. Hanson, Mr S. Black, Mr C. Parnell, Mr M. Mr A. Wallace, Mr W. It. Seller, and Mr R Brernner (Dunedin).

FREE KINDERGARTEN NEW BRIGHTON The monthly meeting of New Brighton Free Kindergarten was held in the schoolroom with Mrs H. A. Bishop presiding. The teachers's report showed a low average attendance owing to wet weather and sickness. - A picture, presented by Mr A. K. Hadiield, was won by Mrs I. Douglas, South Brighton. ALEXANDRA HALL

"INDIAN CARNIVAL" TO-NIGHT

In honour of to-duy's big hockey event an Indian carnival old-time dance will be held this evening at the Alexandra Hall, Ferry road. Jackson's band will supply the music for a full programme of old-time dances. A r*T> cash Monte Carlo and also a 10s cash lucky spot dance will be decided. During the evening the last, heat of the waltzing competition will be held, as the semi-final will take place on Wednesday next.

VISITORS TO CHRISTCHURCH Hotel Federal: Mr and Mrs J. B. Hamilton (Quoonstown), Mrs A. Cameron (Kurow), Miss E. A. GiMntrhain (Ginborne) Mr and Mrs F. M. fccott (Pigeon Bay). Storey's Tourist Hotel:. Mr and Mrs G Crossan, Mr and Mrs E. Slocombe (Duaedln), Mr and Mrs W. Bush, Mr and Mrs A. Wallace (WelHnirton). Misses E. and A. Wilson (Grcyrnoisth). Clarendon Hotel: Miss Pennov (Hanmcr Springs) and Miss Reid (Dunedin). United Service Hotel: Mrs 0. F. Maclaien and Mrs Bond Barker (Western Australia). Warner's Hotel: Mr and Mrs W. Clouston (Ornnknu). New City Hotel: Miss Rita Miller (M«l bonnip). Mrs \V t>. Dalirließli (Invercargill), Miss N. Mcßae (Auckland). Royal Hotel: Misaeß C. Watson and N. Hcrrioon (Dunedin).

CRAFT OF WEAVING (Contributed by Home Economics Association.) The interest in spinning and weaving is slowly but steadily increasing in New Zealand as well as in other parts of the world. Weaving is one of the oldest arts. In its primitive form it seems to be almost co-existent with the first development of man's inventive powers. Every piece of craftsmanship is the craftsman's solution of a problem which can be denned. His material is not a dough-like substance to be pushed and pulled into a form which will serve a purpose, but is an intractable material, in the handling o£ which knowledge of its character, its possibilities, limitations, strength and weaknesses is needed, together with skill to handle the tools which shape it, and intelligence to adapt it in the most advantageous manner. The weaving of woollen cloth was England's first great industry. The first textile factory for clothing the Roman army of occupation was established in England at Winchester. The ancient Britons covered themselves vvitn skins, or dyed their bodies with woad. No doubt they took kindly to the greater comfort of woollen cloth. The Guild of Weavers is believed to be one of the oldest guilds in existence. Mention of its activities is made in the year; 1100. In the reign of Edward 11. wool] was prohibited from leaving the coun-, try. In those days England s greatest revenue was derived from weaving. Jack of Nev/bury invented broadcloth in 1227 and is said to have made it on the hundred looms he had in his house Thomas Cole of Reading made great auantities of most excellent cloth which he sent to London on waggons So many were there that they crowded the road. This was fustian, worn by the gentle knights of Chaucer s Canterbury Tales. , In helping the revival of the home-spun-web we must learn bit by bit how we, disinherited of tradition, can, again learn to make a bit of cloth from the wool straight from the sheep s back to the material ready to wear. It is really not a commercial activity but a home Industry to add joy to labour, to make life sacramental. In the middle ages a woman was identified with her spindle, as a man wa3 with his spear—while the spear did its work, the spindle was busy making the yarn for clothing—for curtains, soft wrappings for wounds, for banners, and for Sags. Natural Scottish Tweeds and Tartans There is much romance in the tartan or National dress of Scotland. The tartans are synonymous with the clans. The story of the clans is a saga without au equal. The different tartans were made by "the women of the clan. They first spun the wool by spindle and distaff, then dyed it with dyes distilled by themselves. Every shade of purple, red, yellow, blue, green, and also black —the flambuoyant tartan of the Buchanan for instance. Later on tartans were forbidden, under fearsome penalties, to be worn, but George IV. and later Queen Victoria helped to feed the fire that now burns steadily—so that a Scotsman is still as proud of the hallmark of his clan, as ever he was In past age 3. One of the most interesting ways in which hand-weaving is being used for the benefit of society is for the sick and disabled—the creative work is comforting to the depressed and soothing to nerve cases. Colour, texture, and rhythmic movements have great curative effect when intelligently'employed. It is also a wonderful thing foi the blind.

The people, however, to whom handweaving means most, are women of intelligence who need creative work <i» a rest from monotonous duties—in some other field—or for young girls or boys taking it up as a career. A New Zealand Guild of Weavers. Dyers, and Spinners has been formed, to encourage and provide mutual help in the study and practice of these crafts.

Mrs W. Buchanan, who has kindly supplied these notes, will be Dieaseri to supply ari% information either as to the activities of the suild or or the work generally. Correspondence to be addressed: C/o Lady Editor, "The Press."

RETURNED SOLDIERS' BALL Many guests spent a very pleasant time in the Springston South Hall, when the returner! soldiers of the district held their annual ball. Music was supplied by Fred Smith's orchestra, extras being played by Mrs H. A. Fletcher and Mr Fitzgibbon and others. A Monte Carlo was won by Mrs M. Fletcher and Mr G. Baker. Mr H Hoskin was master of ceremonies. Amongst those present were Mesdames J. Stafford, W. H. Tyson, H. Hoskin, J. McVlnnie, M. Fletcher, W. Musson, S. Bray, Fitzgibbon (Rolleston), J. S. Simpson. N. Powell, E. Colemail (Bumham), D. Hastings (Burnham), T. Kimber, W. Gebbie. R. J. Atkinson, H. A. Fletcher. J. Benny. C. Woods, F. Roberts, Misses Freda Mcßean, Olive Douglas, V. Humphries, D. Robbins, Joan Dawe, Ethel Hutty. V. Stafford. Mona Chanman, Dorothy Cook, Lily Smith. Maud Taylor, Gwen Roberts, Alison Woods, Elaine Bailey, Patricia Murphy, Linda Lemon. Anice Musson. Svlvia Kimber. Iris Powell. Mabel Benny. Lois Benny, Alison Tyson, and Nola Hoskin. LOCAL INDUSTRIES Continuing her work of spreading a knowledge of the need for supporting New Zealand and local industries, in order to give more employment to New Zealanders, Miss F. L. Cooper, secretary of the Canterbury Manufacturers' Association Women's Auxiliary, attended a meeting of the Ladies' Guild of the Bryndwr Methodist Church at their invitation and gave a talk on this subject. . Members were very interested in what the SDeaker had to tell them, and the reasons brought forward as to why women's support -f local industries was necessary. The relationship of unemployment and industry was dealt with, and it was pointed out tnat a great proportion of youth unemployment could be avoided if women thought when buying, and insisted on having New Zealand and iocJlly-made goods. At the conclusion of the meeting, which was presided over by Mrs Kennedy, Mrs Broughton moved a vote of thanks to Miss Cooper.

BRIDGE PARTY AND DANCE

More than 100 guests enjoyed the hospitality of members of the Diamond Harbour-Purau branch of the Women's Division of the Farmers' Union at an enjoyable bridge party and dance, held at Godley House, to celebrate the first anniversary of the formation of the branch. Mrs D. Wood (president) welcomed members of the Motukarara and Governor's Bay-Allendale branches of the division, and on their behalf Mrs Leonard Coop conveyed greetings. _ *.. L .* During the evening a birthday cake, made by Mrs Harold Gardiner, was cut.

Winners of the bridge prizes were Miss Bradley and Mr Roy Anderson (Charteris Bay). Mr J. Lyihgoe thanked the hostesses for their hospitality.

WOMEN'S DIVISION OF FARMERS' UNION DIAMOND HARBOUR-PURAU The monthly meeting of the Diamond Harbour-Purau branch of the Women's Division of the Farmers' Union was held at the home of Mrs H. H. H. Gardiner (Purau) on Tuesday afternoon, Mrs Donald Wood presiding over a large attendance. It was decided not to send a delegate to the annual conference in Wellington next month. Mrs Wood was thanked for placing Godley House at the disposal of the branch for the first birthday party. • On the motion of Mrs Hunter, seconded by Mrs Agar, it was agreed to write to the Lyttelton Borough Council heartily endorsing their efforts in urging the Education Board to provide a school at Diamond Harbour. It was 'also resolved that the secretary should again write to the Education Board* concerning the matter. As all available material had been used last month for the making of clothes for Nurse Maude's fund, it was decided that £2 of the branch funds should be used to buy new material During the afternoon Mrs A. L. King (Avoca Valley) gave a demonstration of the making of bouquets and other floral work. Competition winners were: Shortbread, Mrs Alan Jackson, Mrs 11. H. H. Gardiner, and Miss Beatrice Gardiner; artistic floral arrangement, Mrs D. Manson 1, Mrs Harold Gardiner 2. Hostesses for the afternoon were Mesdames H. H. 11. Gardiner, R. Hopkins, and A. Gardiner. BROADFIELD BRANCH The monthly meeting of tho Broadfield branch of the Women's Division of the Farmers' Union, was held in the Broadfield schoolroom. Mrs W. Boyle presided over a fair attendance. Members decided to send a donation towards the gift for the Dominion secretary, who is resigning her duties. It was announced that the competition for the July meeting would be "Something New from Something Old," the best article to be exhibited at the Winter Show. A demonstration on papier mache work v/as given by Mrs J. Doak. A competition for "A six month's programme" for the division meetings, was won by Miss E. Larcombe. During the evening a pianoforte solo was given by Miss E. Boyle. Hostesses at the supper hour were Mrs W. Wallace, Misses E. Boyle and M. Guilford. i ! DANCE AT LADBROOKS

The Ladbrooks hall was decorated with coloured streamers end greencry when the bachelors and spinsters of the district entertained the benedicts and friends at their annual ball. Many visitors were present from Christchurch, Prebbleton, Tai Tapu, Lincoln, and HalswelL Trie committee responsible for the arrangements was Messrs D. Partridge, Arnold Partridge, Hugh Nolan, F. Nolan, H. Patterson, M. Meyer, G. McCarthy, W. Davison, A. Habgood, and L. Pickering. Blogg's band supplied music for dancing.

Those prjsnont included Mr and Mrn J. Taylor, Mr and Mrs J. Partridge, Mr and Mrs l\ Kea.it, Mr and Airs H. McUou(rh, .Mr and Mra A. Larcombe, Mr and Mrn J. Foster, Mr and Mm L, Smart (Lincoln), Mr and Mra V. Pickering, .Mr and Mra It. Brown, Mr and .Mrs R. McCarthy, ilr and Mrs Henry Meyer, Mr and Mra Juntin McCarthy, llr und .Mra J. Meyer, Mr and Mris K Milno (Lincoln), Mr nnd Mrs Mark Gal l.tgher, Mr ami Mm 0. Roscoc, Mr and Mrs Hush Hayes (Jlalswell), Mr nnd Mrs Fred Muyerhoff, Mr and Mrn J. Scobio, Mr and Mrs !,. Myers (Marshland), Mr and Mrs J. Pike, Mr and Mra MacP!icrnou, Mr and Mra T. Coleman, Mr and* Mrs G. Übl> food, Mr and Mrs L. Calvert, Mesdnmes T. G. Foster, It. J. Ware, Misses Lorna Picker iiiK, Juno ficoblc, Winnie Cameron (Lincoln). Mildred Neill (Urecnpur!;), Dorothy Hab itood, Kll/.abeth Andernon (Probblcton). Violet Davison, Margaret M.irneM. Eileen Mar cell, Doris O'Neill (Prcbbleton). Zoo Meyerho ft*. Mnrparet Brown, .Tenn Mupford (Aylesbury), Betty Thomas (ChrUtchurcb), Mnvi = Dixon (Pap'nnui), Helen Cameron (Lincoln). Daphne Partridge, V. Meyor (Ohrir.tclinn-h), .TetM« Wood, Marie Brown, Nellie Wood. Doris Brown. Ida I Terrific, Nancy Johlin (Tai Tnpti), Lflv Rmith (Brnadflcld). Wanda Tleeclinnr (Christelmreh), Winnie Bradley. Mary Cullen. Marparet Selby. Patricia Wall. Tna Callen, Nnney Mallev, I. M. MrKr-nr.io. T) Leete (Akaroa), Molly Nolan, N. T)enn, Mi'.rfiret McLeod, Mavis MeLeod, Iw Mr r cod' (Hn'swell) Patricia Davieß (Christ church), Molly 'ficohie. Merita Sunrltell. Mosnr* M. Meyer. .T. Patterson H. Patter «nn, R. Sparks. F. Wood, 11. Nolan. 1' Nolan, F. Oobie. S. fVobic. W. McCarthy, J. Kngern, R. Roc™ C, Onlln K l.or. It. Anderson K.Willan, E P'.cl cr inir L Pickerinir, T). Pnrtridro, A. I art idie O 1 nnett V. Cnllen. J. .Tohlin. h H rriclc. M. Davie*. F. Roc s lcr. .1. Anderson W. Davi.on, A. IMbcno.l. R Itedmond, 1 Ttalnoy, W. Hnhgood, and .T. Fergus™-

BALI, AT MOTUKARABA The first annual ball of the Waihora Ladies' Hockey Club was held in the Motukarara Hall and proved very successful. The hall was decorated with Chinese lanterns and greenery, hockey sticks being arranged in pairs on the walls. The organising committee was Mrs F. Simmons. Misses R. Templeton (secretary), J. Streeter, J. Templeton, E. Hodgen, and D. Streeter. Novelty dances were won by Miss J Templeton and Mr A. Miller, Miss W. Withell and Mr Curtis. Music was supplied by Fritz Seymour's orchestra, extras being played by Miss W Withell. Amongst those present were Mesdames D. L. Mac Donald, Gerald Stoddart W G. Macartney, R. J. Templeton J. H. MacKenzie, Murdoch (Christchurch), E. Hodgen, T. Streeter, G. O. Templeton, T. Simmons, A. J. Radford, Smart (Southbridge), J. Blanche R. Atkinson, T. Britliff, T. M. Wheeler. Misses Annie Welsh, Helen Morten, Dorothy Streeter, Jean Streeter, E len Allen Eileen Streeter, Mary Gebbie Peggie Allan, Edna Hodgen, Peari Vanstone (Little River), Ngaire Gebbie Rae Templeton, Jessie Gebbie, Maud Croat (Southbridge), Myra Simmons, Marjorie Ruston, Brenda Simmons, Linda Coe (Irwell), Joan Templeton, Olive Southgate, Elaine Coe (Irwell), Nancy MacKenzie, Iris Templeton, Kathleen Kimber, Phyllis Brooks (Irwell), Marion Stephens (Irwell), Margaret Kimber, Ruby Withell, Winnie Withell, Lily Smith, Laura Wheeler. Rena Wheeler, Nancy Pidgeon, Gladys Manson, Messrs M. Macpherson (Little River), F, Loudon (Little River), R. Thompson, K. Thompson, K. Gebbie, D. Allan, M. MacKenzie, C. Gebbie, K. Allan, W. Kimber. A. Hodgen, N. MacKenzie, N. Withell, G. Thompson, O. Turner, A. Miller, S MacKenzie, C. Watkins, Bennett, D. Paterson, L. Coe (Irwell), S. Hammill. G. Rennie (Irwell), Stephens (Irwell), -J. Brooks (Irwell), E. Streeter, B. Coe (Irwell), A. Gebbie, L. Hanson, D. Scott, and M. Williams.

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PLUNKET CABARET Arrangements for the Plunket cabaret, which will be held at the end of Grand National Week, were advanced another stage at a recent meeting of the committee. The meeting was attended by Mr Keppel Arcner (chairman), Mr Eric Millton (honorary secretary), Mr J. F. Cracroft Wilson (honorary treasurer), Mesaames K. Ballantyne, Ballin, H. Hill, J. F. Cracroft Wilson, D. E. Wanklyn, A. F. Wright, Misses M. Anderson, Ngaio Marsh, L. Ollivier, J. Stevenson, Messrs R, C. Jamieson, M. Godby, H. Heimore, L. V. Lawrence, and G. N. Francis. It was decided to adopt a novel and attractive scheme of lighting and decoration, which will ensure the necessary atmosphere for the "Hollywood party." In order to give the maximum dancing space on the floor, there will not be any tables. Instead, a continuous buffet supper will be served in the supper room and* at the back of the gallery. It was reported that all arrangements had been made for a the dansant to be held at the Winter Garden on June '2B from 5.30 p.m. to 7.30 p.m., and that the sale of tickets had been very satisfactory.

EVENING PARTY At the home of Mr and Mrs Arthur Falconer (Opawa) a pleasant party was held to augment the funds of the cricket club of the Christchurch City Council waterworks department. Games, dancing, and competitions were enjoyed, and items were given by Miss B. Falconer, Messrs B. Wilson, and J. Colligan, A lucky spot dance was won by Miss C. Knowles and partner. ' Those present included Mr and Mrs A. T. Falconer, Mr and Mrs C. Jones, Mr and Mrs F. Jenkins, Mr and Mrs L. Jenkins, Mr and Mrs D. Falconer, Misses Lillian Stevens, Dacre, L. Vickcry, Rose Vickery, Margaret Wilson, Bertha Falconer, Daphne Jenkins, Rona Jones, Aileen Falconer, Iris Jenkins, Chrissie Knowles, Messrs W. Rashbrooke, L. Falconer, J. Bradshaw, W. Wilson, J. Colligan. J. Kerwin, J. Pratley, M. Biggs, A. and B. Falconer, D. I'alconer, R. Bradshaw, V. Mackie, M. Garrick. and E. Pratley.

WEST OF ENGLAND SOCIETY | | The popularity of the West of Eng- | land Society's fortnightly functions was manifested by the large attend- J ance of members and friends at the I "hard-up" dance held in the Orange j Hall. A pleasing feature of the even- ] ing was o presentation of a travelling cushion, in case, to Mrs E. Wiltshire, i a member of the society for many years, who is returning to the Old Country to reside. The president, Mr P. E. L. Broad, in making the presentation on behalf of the society, remarked on the qvercheerful disposition of Mrs Wiltshire, and wished her "bon voyage" and many happy days. Items were given as follows: Songs. Mr S. Armstrong; club swinging, Mrs L. Fisher. Prizes were:—Monte Carlo waltz, Mrs E. Pettit nnd Mrs J. Wright; costumes (most original), Mr F. C. Allen (first). Mr G. J. Watson (second); ladies: Mrs J. H. Adams. Extra prizes: Miss Merle Emerson. Mr C. W. Oliver. Lucky entrance tickets: Mrs G. Gowanlock, Mr W. Deans. The Excelsior Dance Band supplied the music and Mr W. Boulton was master of ceremonies. DANCE AT MARSHLAND A well-attended and enjoyable dance was held at Marshland under the auspices of the Novelty Jazz Club in aid of the forthcoming garden fete for Nazareth House. Music was supplied by the Excelsior Dance Band, and extras were played by Messrs Allan and Kinsman. Mr V. McConnell was master of ceremonies. Items, given by Messrs J. Darragh, Lost, Crisp, and J. Gallagher, were enjoyed. A Monte Carlo dance was won by Miss Doreen Blackburn and Mr Jack Harris, and a competition was won by Mr Rogers. A euchre tournament was held in the supper-room, the winners being M Condon (Styx) and Mr George Chisnall. Among those present were Mr and Mrs J. Blackburn, Mr and Mrs S. Wheatley, Mr and Mrs- Gorlnski, Mr and Mrs G. Quaid, Mesdames JBoloski, E. Quaid, Condon, Shasky, H. R. Marks, J. R, Stackwood, H. Hibbard, R. Crozier, J. Schimanski, Misses Vera Quaid, Ella and Kath. Boloski, Doreen and Pegsry Blackburn, Rita Quaid. Lorna Ireland, Doris Boyd, Alberta Free, Molly Morgan, Dot Woodham, Agnes Waddell, Dorothea Irving. Kathleen Hannan, Edna Selwood, Tui Selwood, Melba Machines. Winnie Empson, Jean Wilkinson, ustelle Weston, Kath. and Gwen Barraball. Mavis Andrews, Myra Morton, M. Debenharn, Adelene Borough (West Coast), Maisie Cookson, Irene Wright, Sadie Gallagher, Patricia Bailey, Kit Carney, Jessame Reardon, Marjorie Sharlick, Irene Inwood, Phyllis Hall, Pansy Loiri, A. Pentecost, and Bell, Messrs Rogers, C. Blrckbum, G. Chisnall. P. Gorinski, Greer, W. and R. Mooney, I. Morten. J. Fielding, J. Markivick. G Boloski. V. Kiesanowski, J. Pentecost, J. Kara, L. Stackhouse, Kinsman (2), L. Wetherall. G. Martin. Harris (3) W. and J. Schimanski. 11. Seelen, S. Erickson, L. Hibbnrd. V. McConnell, S. Pentecost, J. Bailey, C. Williams, and A. Harding.

R.N.V.R. DANCE The social club of the Royal Naval Volunteer Reserve held an enjoyable dance at the Reserve headquarters, St. Asaph street, on Wednesday evening, and despite the ram a large number of guests spent a pleasant time dancing to music supplied by the I Tew Collegians' orchestra. Amongst those present were Mrs T. Watson, Misses L. Vickery, Joyce Copley, Eileen Fanning, Peggy Stanton, Thelma Stewart, Alrna Blake, Hazel Morten, L. Miller, S. Fullen, Evelyn Fullen, Margaret Murray, L. Brook, Mavis Burney, M. Hewartson, M. Hornby, Ruby Sarchett, Betty Ripley, Bell Peddie, R. Jensen, R. Hardman, I. Weekes, Margaret Wilson, W. Robison, Violet Calvert, A. Howison (Dunedin), B. Ingram, Jean Rennie, Simmond, Mabel McClelland, Lilley, F. Murray, Gough, N. Whittington, J. Bruce, E. Smith, Stev;art, Greta Sarelius, I. Murray, Husscy, June McGillion, E. Glubb, B. M. Leaver, Betty Gracia (Akaroa), D. Davey, Nellie Lynch, Nola Hall, Jean Anderson, and Betty McClymont. Perfumes that have been inspired from a rare blend of China tea and from the scent of various kinds of Empire woods are to appear in the ballroom this summer. The latter has been invented by a woman furniture designer who was entranced by the romantic odour of some of the woods in her workshop. 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, —$