for WOMEN

Press, Volume LXXVI, Issue 23207, 19 December 1940, Page 2

for WOMEN

Mrs J. K. Hardy and her daughter. Miss Sheila Macdonald (Fendaltonl. will spend Christmas with Mrs Guyon Macdonald, Orari.

Mr and Mrs G. Laurence (Hawera) will arrive at Picton on Christmas Eve to join Mp Laurence's mother, Mrs W. R. Carey, who will spend a holiday there. Mrs Leslie Molineaux and her two sons will spend the Christmas and New Year holidays at Rakaia fishing huts. Mrs T, A. Leitch (“Auchinblae," Bealey avenue) will spend Christmas and New Year at Akaroa. Miss Barbara Thomson (Canterbury College) is spending the holidays with her mother, Mrs W. M; Thomson, New Plymouth. The Mayor, Mr R. M. Macfarlane, M.P., has forwarded to the Sunlight League’s Health Camp Committee a cheque for £25 towards the expenses of the children’s camp to be held at New Brighton in January. Mrs H. M. . Elmslie (Gloucester street), left last night for Wellington to visit her daughter, Mrs John Brooke, whose husband. Major John Brooke, is serving overseas.

Mrs Ruddenklau, with her children (Hawke’s Bay), will arrive in Christchurch early in the New Year to visit her parents. Mr and Mrs P. H. Harris, Cashmere Hills. Mrs H. Baker (Waiau) will leave during this week for Kaikoura, and will stay with her mother. Mrs E. Parsons.

Mrs Ben Lee (Rakaia) is staying with Mrs C. W. Lee, Kaikoura, who, with Mrs T. R. Mounsey, returned recently from a visit to Nelson. Miss Ada Inman (Cattle galley) left yesterday on a visit to Mrs W. N. Bond. Dunrobin Station, Southland.

Mr and Mrs T. P. Shand (Kaikoura) are visiting Christchurch. Five women were among the exhibitors at the first annual exhibition of the Australian Commercial and Industrial Artists’ Association, opened in Sydney last week. This association was formed in Melbourne two years ago, and a branch bas recently been formed in Sydney under the presidency of Mr R, Wenban. Ladies! Dr. Wylde’s pyretic sweat baths supersede the old-fashioned Turkish Bath. The pyretic bath is followed by Barilla Soap Foam Bath. These treatments are absolutely beneficial to your health. Pike's. 79 Boaley avenue. Telephone 36-054 for appointment. —1 SUCCESSFUL ADVANCE The overwhelming success of the Gift Specials at E. Cameron Smith, Ltd., the Popular Chemists, is continuing Still ample stocks of Gift Sets, Powders, Perfumes, Lavenders, etc., etc, A small deposit reserves any article, and Cameron Smith's pack free tor posting. —*s

CURRENT NOTES

Mr and Mrs Vernon Hill (Shirley), who have been visiting Kaikoura and Se'ddon, have returned home.

Mr and Mrs James Murphy (FendaMon) will leave on Saturday for Kaikoura to spend the holidays with their son-in-law and daughter, Mr and Mrs W. H. Kelman.

Mrs Wilson (Bulls) is visiting her parents, Mr and Mrs Percy Elworthy, Gordon’s Valley. South Canterbury. The lady editor of “The Press” gratefully acknowledges a donation of 4s 6d from Mrs J. Mcßae, two balaclavas and a pair of mittens from Mrs J. C. Lord for men on minesweepers, four khaki balaclavas from Miss Webber, a skull cap and balaclava, and two pairs of mittens from “C.F.” (Edward avenue).

The monthly committee meeting of the Papanui-Merivale sub-branch of the Plunket Society was held at the home of the president, Mrs B. E. H. Whitccmbe. Park terrace. Nurse Osborne reported that during November she had attended 412 adults and 407 babies, including 33 new cases. There had been three sets of twins, The general health of mothers and babies had been good. The excellent work being done by the junior circles of the Red Cross Society was commended at a meeting of the executive of the North Canterbury Centre of the Red Cross Society. In addition to knitting garments and peggy squares for quilts, members had found other ways of helping. The Omihi juniors had collected sufficient money to pay the yearly subscriptions of weekly magazines to be sent to soldier patients at Hanmer Hospital, and St. Albans juniors had followed the idea by sending weekly magazines to the Burwood Hospital. For the use of soldiers at Burwood, deck chairs had been given by the Ambcrley, Dunsandcl. Hawarden, St. Albans, and Timaru West junior circles. An interesting talk on “Lilies”' was given by Mr F. J. Shanks at an afternoon meeting held by the St. MartinsOpawa Garden Club at the home of Miss Wills, St. Martins, Afternoon tea was served by the hostess, and Mr Shanks presented a packet of seeds to each member present.

Again fithne Tosswill has another suggestion for Christmas. Look and see her display of Christmas Cake Cards at Hereford Court after 2 p.m A seasonable message and an excellent cake A limited number only, so shop daily and remember, these cakes are posted and packed in tins anywhere in th. Dominion from 5s 6d which includes postage. —6 UNITED SERVICE HOTEL. The Management invites inquiries from all desiring a really English Christmas dinner, served amidst sociable and select surroundings. Special parties arranged for. 'Phone 32-060 tor reservations. Dinner 6.30 p.m Tariff 10s 6d. which includes champagne. —1

OBITUARY

MRS H. R. SELLERS

The death occurred suddenly on Tuesday of Mrs Beatrix Rosa Sellers, widow of Mr Hartley Roy Sellers, formerly secretary of the New Zealand Racing Conference, and daughter of the late Mrs M. S. Pollock, Colombo street. Since her return to Christchurch at the end of last year, after an absence of three years overseas, Mrs Sellers had devoted her time to Red Cross work, being on the clerical staff, as a voluntary helper, of the Christchurch headquarters in Cathedral square. She not only helped in this way, but gave lectures on A.R.P. work to V.A.D. classes, conducted examinations, and corrected examination papers. From the time of the September crisis before the beginning of the war, Mrs Sellers had trained as an air warden in London, and at the outbreak of war was amongst wardens who did patrol work nightly. Mrs Sellers became well known in Canterbury through her broadcasts on topical subjects during the National Council of Women’s sessions over 3YA. She took a keen interest in women’s activities in Canterbury, and was amongst those who attended the opening of the Centennial memorial to the pioneer women of Canterbury on Saturday, walking to the memorial from Heathcote. and later walking over the Bridle Path to Lyttelton. She is survived by her son, Mr Nesbit Sellers, who is at present training as a pilot in the Royal Air Force. Until his enlistment several months ago, Mr Sellers was on the reporting staff of

“The Times,’’ London, and gave weekly talks for the overseas service of the British Broadcasting Corporation. A sister of Mrs Sellers is Mrs Brunskil Reid, of London.

GARDEN PARTY AT AKAROA

An enjoyable garden party was held at the home of Mr T. E. Taylor, the organisers being stallholders for the work stall at the forthcoming bazaar for St. Peter’s Church, Akaroa.

Many competitions were held, the winners being Mrs J. Rhodes (treasure hunt), Miss P. Ferris (golf), Mrs J. E. Armstrong (croquet).

LYTTELTON PLUNKET SOCIETY

Mrs B. H. Gilmour presided at the monthly committee meeting of the Lyttelton branch of the Plunket Society. Approval was given to the Dominion council's recommendation that salaries of Plunket nurses should be increased by 5 per cent., and that the salary payable to Karitane nurses should now be increased to £2 10s a week.

Members also approved the postponement of the provincial conference until 1942.

Nurse Mcßae’s report was as follows: —Lyttelton: Visits to rooms, adults 115, babies 84, pre-school children 29, and 9 new cases; home visits, 19 new cases and 19 old cases. Heathcote: Visits to rooms, adults 11, babies 11, 1 pre-school child, and 1 new case. Diamond Harbour: Visits to rooms, adults 10, 9 babies, and 3 pre-school children.

INSTITUTE’S BIRTHDAY PARTY The- Kirwee Women’s Institute held its ninth birthday party recently in the Agricultural and Pastoral Association Hall. Representatives were present from Sheffield Women's Institute and West Melton Women’s Division of the Farmers’ Union.

Flag "500” and euchre were played, prizewinners being Mrs Page and Mr Keith Kelly, Mr and Mrs L. Davis, and Mrs E. Thomson. Consolation prizes were presented to Miss Stella Weir and Mr Harrison. Mrs and Miss Penney, and Mr D. P. Sinclair.

A trophy given by Mrs Batstone for most points gained in floral competitions during the year was won by Mrs Candy. Those who gained most points in the combined competitions were: Mrs Candy 1, Mrs E. Thomson 2, and Mrs C. Turner 3.

During supper, the birthday cake was cut by the president.

PRESENTATION OF PHIZES Many parents and friends attended Miss V. Youngman’s School for the annual presentation of prizes. The children presented an entertaining programme, and a display of handwork attracted much attention. Prizes were presented by Mrs L. N. Austin as follows:—Form I A: Peter Butler 1, Adrienne Austin 2. Form I B: Hilary Agar, Form IC: Wendy Butler. Form I D: John Packer 1, Jonathan Cocks 2, Michael Niblock 3, Kindergarten; Yvonne Coxhead, Jocelyn Beadel, Robin Olliver, Revell Halliwell, Alison Fisher, Mary Read, Lesley Innes Jones, Janet Hoy, Judith Hindin, Anthony Eppstein, and David Kirby.

Special prizes given by parents were awarded as follows; Sewing; Adrienne Austin (senior), Yvonne Coxhead (junior). Drawing: Hilary Agar. Drill: Wendy Butler. Diligence: John Packer. Divinity; Peter Butler (senior) and Jonathan Cocks (junior).

PARTY AT MARSHLAND Friends of Mr and Mrs Deyell and family met in the Marshland Hall to bid them farewell on the eve of their departure from the district to take up business in Christchurch. Progressive euchre was played, the winners being Mrs Deyell and Mr S. Watson. Mr W. J. Walter, chairman of the Soldiers’ Committee, who presided, thanked Mr and Mrs Deyell for the splendid service they had given as members of the committee, and wished them happiness and prosperity in their new venture. Mr T. Morton spoke for the farmers of the district, and Mr A. Lange for the church vestry. In making a presentation of an inscribed clock and barometer to the guests of honour. Mrs Marks thanked them for their help on the Red Cross Committee, and for Mrs Deyell’s help as a member of the Women’s Division of the Farmers' Union, and the Plunket Committee. She also thanked Miss Deyell and Mr John Deyell for their help at various functions.

GIFT PARTY Miss Gladys Anton and Mr C. T. R. Cain, whose marriage will take place shortly, were entertained at an enjoyable evening party given by Mr and Mrs L. L. Smith and their daughter, at Cashmere. The guests, who represented the various organisations with which Mr Cain and Miss Anton are connected. gathered in the Masonic Hall. Cashmere. An enjoyable programme, of dancing, music, and original games had been arranged, and each guest brought a “pantry” gift for the guests of honour.

Good wishes were conveyed by the host, Mr L. L. Smith. Mr C. C. Holland (Now Zealand Society of Accountants). Mr R. J. McLaren (Christchurch Accountant Students' Society)/ and Mr J. Denford (Municipal Electric-