For WOMEN

Press, Volume LXXVII, Issue 23447, 30 September 1941, Page 2

For WOMEN

CURRENT NOTES

Mrs Lawrence Wilson, president of the Christchurch Central Townswomen’s Guild, Mrs Robert Lake, secretary, and Mesdames F. Horne and A. Rippin have returned to Christchurch from Timaru. where they attended the birthday party of the Timaru Townswomen’s Guild. Mrs F. S. Rutherford (The Point, Kaikoura). Mrs .F. S. H. Warner, and Mrs J. W. Anderson, who have been visiting Christchurch, have returned to Kaikoura. Mrs Gordon Hammond (Takamatua) and Mrs S. O. Wealleans (Oamaru). who have been visiting their parents, Mr and Mrs H. H. Telford, Riccarton, were among the guests at the diamond Wedding celebrations of their grandparents, Mr and Mrs W. C. Gee, Gloucester street. Mrs Wealleans was accompanied by her son. Mrs Colin How (Rangiora) has been, visiting her mother, Mrs M. J. Baker, the Esplanade,. Kaikoura. Mrs W. R, J. Lambie (Kyle) has returned from a short visit to her parents, Mr and Mrs W. Robinson, Green Point. Akaroa. Miss Judith Firth (Wanganui) will arrive in Christchurch to-morrow morning to spend a fortnight’s holiday with her pr.pents, Mr and Mrs A. K. Firth, “Oakbrook.” Circuit street. Mrs T. E, Lyle has arrived from Wellington to spend a short holiday with her granddaugi ter, Mrs Stanley V. Jennings, 25 Sylvester 'street. She is accompanied by her daughter, M rs G. Winter, Lower Hutt. Miss Phyllis Narbey (Hawera) and Miss Joyce Narbey (Auckland) are visiting their parents. Mr and Mrs C. C. Narbey. Lavaud street, Akaroa, Miss Joyce Narbey will return to Auckland on Thursday. Mr and Mrs R. M. Ferris (St. Martins road) entertained a number of friends at a party to celebrate the coming-of-age of Miss Betty Woods Musical items, games and competitions were enjoyed by the guests. Mrs R. Newlands (Wellington) has returned from a short visit to her parents, Mr and Mrs G. E. Whelch, Balguerie stree'. Akaroa. The last of a series of evening card parties organised by the Marshland School Committee was held recently, when Mrs Gibbs and Mr Palmer were the prizewinners. Prizes awarded by Mr Goode for the highest aggregate scores for the season were won by Mrs Quaid and Mr Price. Special consolation prizes for aggregate scores, presented by Mrs L. Wils* were won by Mrs Price and Mr Chisnall. In the first aid examinations held at the Hororata Hall on September 19, the following were successful:—lntermediate: N. Grey, I. Hockridge, D. McKenzie, and M, Todhunter; elementary: A. Barbour, A. Derrett. J. Inch, L. Birdling. L Filtock, V. Reddccliffe, E. Breeze. R. Hockridge, G. Craigie, and G. Hughs. Mrs M. B. Watson, who will leave Barfield to live in Christchurch soon, was honoured at a bridge party arranged bv members of the Barfield Bridge Circle. A presentation of a handbag was made to the guest of honour. and prizes were won by Mrs Watson (highest score) and Mrs W. Hucheon (consolation). Millinery News—Ten Bays’ Sale: Ladies, Mrs Freeman offers you 4s in the £ on all Millinery. Georgette, 122 Cashel street and Ashburton. —6 "NEW STOMACH TREATMENT." "We find customers pleased with results,” says Mr Campbell, chemist, Masterton. In praise of Mavex Stomach Compound—for stomach troubles. Mavex from Bennington's. Cameron Smith's, other chemists. —8

ENGAGEMENTS The engagement is announced of Irene Joyce, eldest daughter of Mr and Mrs A, G. Streeter, Christchurch, and Sergeant Gilmore Penda Hawkins, R.N.Z.A.F., Blenheim, eldest son of Mr and Mrs G. J. Hawkins, New Plymouth. The engagement is announced of Hazel Estelle, eldest daughter of Mr and Mrs F. H. Field, Riccarton, Christchurch, and Flying Officer Rex Beresford Potter, R.N.Z.A.F., Tauranga, only son of Mr and Mrs F. B. Potter, St. Albans, Christchurch, The engagement is announced of Carrie, youngest daughter of Mr and Mrs I. A. James. Merivale, to John William, youngest son of Mr and Mrs James McLean, Cricklewood. South Canterbury. The engagement is announced of Lois Jocelyn, elder daughter of Mr and Mrs G. M. Breeze. Ashburton, to Flying Officer David John Verdun, third son of Mr and the late Mr G. Henry, Enwood, Invercargill. The engagement is announced of Elizabeth Isabel, elder daughter of Mrs E. I. Thomson, Barrington street, Somerfield, to Samuel Amos, eldest son of Mrs A. L. Nicholl, Fitzgerald street, St. Albans. PIONEER WOMEN’S MEMORIAL “Advice has been received from the Canterbury Women’s Memorial Committee intimating that the Minister for Crown Lands has approved of the Crown accepting the transfer to the council of the area on which the memorial to the pioneer women of Canterbury has been erected, the costs of the transfer from the late Mr J. F. Scott being met by the department,” the finance committee reported to the Christchurch City Council last evening. . . , "The Canterbury Women s Memorial Committee still has a few pounds in hand which it intends should be spent on beautifying the site with shrubs, etc., and the committee has authorised the superintendent of reserves to take this matter in hand.”

Miss Alison Warner (Kaikoura) left for the north last night. Members of the Young Men's Christian Association Ladies’ Auxiliary held their monthly meeting in the Cosy Corner, Mrs J, I. Rovds presiding Arrangements were made for a soldiers’ tea, and for a jumble sale to be held next month to help the fund for renovating the Young Men’s Christian Association’s kitchen. The following were successful in the elementary home nursing examination' held at Red Cross rooms on September 24: E. Underwood, I. Stoddart, I. Duckmanton, and M. Clearwater. The monthly meeting of the Papanui Methodist Women’s. Missionary; Auxiliary was held recently. Extracts were read from letters from overseas missionaries, and a report was given on. the foundation' and activities oi Kurahuna School ■ for Maori Girls. Afternoon tea was served, and a bring and buy stall was well patronised. Successful candidates in the elementary home nursing examination held at the Christchurch Hospital on September 15 were as follows: —I. Lattimore, B. Jekyll, J. Barclay, E. Herrick, J. Fincham, F. Gray, C. Paul, D. Geddes, J. Peters, M. King, L. Gray, A. Bailey, D. Lee, W. Lowcay. P. Foster. B. Geddes, J. Harrison. B. Harrison, O. Seabrook, N. Stewart. M. Campbell, B. Hazard, P. Morris, J. Erridge, J. Rowe, S. Wright, V, Mercer, D. Stewart, N. Harrison, N. Bates, I. Richards, P. Harvey, J. Rowe, B. Jensen, and G. Seabrook. The lady editor of “The Press” gratefully acknowledges receipt of a scarf for men on North Sea minesweepers from E.H.8.. and a large parcel of clothing for children in bombed, areas from L.G.G. A well-attended meeting was held by the Christchurch High School Old Girls’ ‘Association last evening, Mrs C. G. M. Boyce presided, and plays were presented by Mrs G. Maginness and Miss Pessy Hollander. An interesting talk on drama, followed by a sketch, was given by Mrs R- B. Neale Mr and Mrs J. P, Mcßride entertained many friends at The Glen. Akaroa, to honour Mr and Mrs W. H Oliver, who will leave Akaroa soon, after living there for 12 years. Winners of progressive bridge were Mr H. W. Oliver and Mrs W. A. Newton (highest scores), Mr J. E, Armstrong ana Miss M. White (consolation prizes). Mrs H. W. Oliver (special rize). Members of the National Club' Social Committee have decided to organise a dance every month to entertain the men of the Royal New Zealand Air Force at Wigram. and to raise funds for this purpose the committee held the first of a series of bridge parties in the National Club lounge yesterday afternoon. Prize-winners were Mesdames D. Mac Donald and E. M. A’Court (contract). Mesdames M. D, Wootton and E. M. Hollis (auction), and Mrs Hollobon (hidden number). Several donations were sent from members who could not attend the party. Say It In Icing. What are you doing about your 1941 Xmas Present? Why not give a decorated cake looking like a Xmas Card? These are only obtainable from Ethne Tosswill. Order early Xmas Card Cakes posted (In tins) to any pari of N.Z., 6s 6d, 11s, and 16s Any scene or design carried out. Call and see some examples. Bhhne Tosswill, Hereford Court,". IPhone; 33.-478, : —6 NEW STOCKS ELASTIC HOSIERY ARRIVED! Light, cool, and jomfortable. Idea for varicose veins and general leg support. BUY YOUR ELASTIC HOSIERV WHILE OPPORTUNITY OFFERS. E Cameron Smith. Ltd., Chemists. Cathe dral square Christchurch. —6