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Press, Volume LXXVII, Issue 23508, 10 December 1941, Page 2

for WOMEN

CURRENT NOTES Mr and Mrs J. F. Carroll (Shirley) were visitors to Wellington for the wedding of their son, Mr Philip Carroll, to Miss Nancy Preston, Karori. Miss Marion Pole (Memorial Hospital, Hastings) is visiting her parents. Mr and Mrs W. Pole, Papanui. Sympathy with Mr I. B. Cromb and Mrs Cromb in their recent bereavement was expressed at the meeting of the Canterbury Cricket Association’s management committee last evening. Brownies of the Cashmere pack held a successful concert to entertain parents and friends at Cashmere recently. Their items included songs, recitations, dances, and three plays. Miss Betty Ladd, brown owl, and Miss Alison Graham, tawny owl, were in charge of the programme. A ceremony, believed to be unique in New Zealand, took place at the Cathedral Church of St. Paul, Wellington, when the dedication and reception of a banner of the St. John Ambulance Brigade (Overseas) took place, this haying been presented by the St. Paul’s Nursing Division of the brigade. Wellington members of the Order of St. John who are to proceed overseas as voluntary aids were present, and received a blessing from Canon Davies. The banner was embroidered by Miss M. Griffiths. The lady editor of “The Press” gratefully acknowledges receipt of a new costume from “A Friend” for the Lady Galway Guild, and a donation of £1 from members of the Loyal Temperance Legion, Timaru, for men on minesweepers. Country Fair, December 20, 106 Hanson’s road, Riccarton, 2.30 p.m.-7.30 p.m. Victoria League funds. —6 Ethne Tosswill reminds you that time has wings and Christmas is drawing near. Visit her shop in Hereford Court and place your order early for your Christmas Card Cake for yourself or your friend. If unable to call--’Phone 33-478 -6 For over 40 years, Primrose Hair Dressing has been famous as a definite NATURAL hair colour restorative. Not a dye or tint, from Cook and Ross, chemists, Woolworths, and elsewhere. —8 BONNINGTON’S GIFT GOODS. Gift Sets containing Face Powder, Perfume, Soap, etc., make a lovely Xmas present. Potter and Moore’s, 6/6 to 15/-. Morny’s, 6/- to 20/-. “Monterey.’' l 7/- to 21/-. These are most attractive. Inspect tne displays at Bennington’s Pharmacy. —5 HOSPITAL VISITORS’ ASSOCIATION At the monthly meeting of the Hospital Lady Visitors' Association Miss M. Lance reported that she now visited the Burwood Hospital twice a week, and that the occupational work being done there was satisfactory. She also reported having distributed books and magazines to the patients. Mrs P. Cox reported that the library was in good order, and that the books had been covered. Magazines had been received from Misses Dean and Biddle, and books and magazines had been received anonymously. Mrs S. H. Stewart reported that nurses had been in residence at the rest cottage at Sumner during the month, and that the sum of £24, subscribed by the sisters and staff of the Christchurch Hospital, had been handed to the lady superintendent for improvements to the cottage. A gift of cups and saucers had been sent to the cottage by Mrs D. S. Dodds. It was reported that during November seven patients had' been granted one week at the Rhodes Convalescent Home, and that eight patients had been granted two weeks there. Miss C. Cardale welcomed two new members, Mrs Muschamp and Mrs A. G. Kemp. ENGAGEMENTS The engagement Is announced of the Rev. William Herbert Gregory, younger son of Mr W. H. Gregory and the late Mrs Gregory (Auckland), to Myra Christina second daughter of Mrs and the late Mr J. B. Pearson (St. Albans). Mr and Mrs Bland Owen, Opawa, announce the engagement of their younger daughter, Margaret Elsie, to Andrew John, only son of Mr and Mrs A. P. Thompson, Stratford. The engagement is announced from Cairo, of Eleanor Margaret Murray, only daughter of Mr and Mrs C, W. Murray, of Christchurch, to Flight Lieutenant G. M. Allcock, R.A.F., elder son of Mr and Mrs G. Allcock, Karaka, Auckland. WOMEN’S TEMPERANCE UNION EXECUTIVE MEETING Mrs C. Barrell presided at the final meeting for the. year of the North Canterbury executive of the Women’s Christian Temperance Union, at which there was a record attendance. Visitors welcomed were Dominions officers Mesdames Hiatt, Kirk, and Grigg, and also Mrs Robinson, president of the South Canterbury executive, and Mrs Rogerson, Blenheim. Mrs Pirrjtt’took devotions, and Mrs Barrell gave the scientific fact. Mrs Mackie gave a comprehensive peace report, arid recommended study books on the subject of post-war reconstruction. Donations were received for Christmas gifts for patients in the mental hospital. A vote of sympathy was passed with the president in the loss of her brother. Encouraging reports were received from town and country branches, .which were represented at the meeting. REDUCED SUMMER RATES FOR FUR REPAIRS The, Pattison Ede policy of having a special reduced summer price list for renovations and repair work is proving very popular. It is wise to have the vork done now, as not only can a saving be made, and furs can be dispensed vith .or a week or two without inconvenience, but at this time of the year the moths are very busy and it pays to have coats cleaned by the new Pattison Ede scientific method to make sure that all moth egg" are removed and any small repairs done. Pattison Ede ilready have the new season’s styles in readiness for next season. Incidentally these definitely favour the swagger and box styles, so much lighter and more comfortable to wear At the present time Pattison Ede have a fairly good assortment of matching skins and accessories, and further .there is the possibility of skin prices rising substantially. The most important point of alt Is that Pattison Ede sales staff and cutters are undar strict instructions not to undertake work of any description unless satisfactory results can be assured, and vhat is equally important from the customer’s point or view, the results will justify the amount involved. Why not take your Fur Coat, Cape, or Necklet in to Pattison Ede at 72 Lichfield street and discuss without obligation the matter of repair, renovation, or restyling. —1 Find your market with an advertisement in “The Press," in the Small Advertisement Columns. Office open till 10 p.m. —l7

STRATHEONA HOSTEL BOARD OF MANAGERS PAYS [ TRIBUTE TO FOUNDER (0.R.) TIMARU, December 9. The following tribute to the generos- ’• ity of the late Mr T. D. Burnett, M.P., founder of the Stratheona Hostel, has 1 been paid by the Board of Managers:— j “The Stratheona Board of Managers 3 has special cause to lament the death . of Mr T. D. Burnett, M.P., founder and j generous benefactor of the Stratheona - Home Training Hostel. After working . with him in the Interests of the hostel i, for four years, we realise keenly how j much we shall miss his sympathetic i support, his wise counsel, and his unf failing generosity. , , , “The high ideals he kept before us 5 of the role of women in the commun- • ity, 1 especially women in their own 1 homes, and as helpers in the homes of I others, his repeated calls to young women to serve the cause of mothers ’ and children before starting homes of ’ their own, and his special appeals to ‘ all women to give the help that only ; they can give to their country at war—--1 all these made it not only a responsi- ‘ bility but also an honour to be associated with him as managers of the 1 “It will be' our privilege, and that of our successors, to carry , on this work ’ of preparing girls to be home makers . to the immediate advantage of women , and children in the country homes, and f to the ultimate benefit of the country . at large.’’ i , WOMEN’S INSTITUTE ) 5 MAIREHAV t Each member of the Mairehau ■ Women’s Institute brought a friend to i the December meeting, the last of the r year. Mrs Deans gave a talk-on gath- ■ ering ergot for medicinal purposes, and later gave a v demonstration on J spinning wool by the primitive stick . method. . .. , The drama circle, under the direci tion of Mrs Webster, read a play. Those ■ reading were Mesdames Webster, Cal--5 laway, McKenzie. Collins. Baker, and McGill. Mrs Olds and members of the Glee Club sang several songs. It was decided that a letter of thanks be • sent to Mr Walker for his help to the r Five Hundred Club, and that letters > of sympathy should be sent to Mrs Dit- • fort and Mrs Blunden. : Mesdames Beck and McGill were ap- \ pointed sick visitors for three months. > The secretary, Mrs Judd, reported for Mrs McCree that 25 parcels had been sent to soldiers serving overseas, and that a special one had been sent to a soldier who had no correspondents. Mrs Jarman gave a prize to the member who handed in the largest ' number of garments for the Lady Gal- ’ way appeal, and this was won by Mrs ' Robertson, who had brought 52 garments. Miss Emmett was second, hav- : ing brought 29 garments. : Members of the sewing and knitting ! circles had done very good work. ' especially the members who had helped > make sheepskin jackets for men on 1 minesweepers, said the report. Presentations were made to Mes- « dames Waugh, Olds, and McKenzie. Mrs McCree. convener of the Christ, church group, reported that she had t arranged for the annual picnic to be i held in January.