WOMAN'S WORLD

Dominion, Volume 5, Issue 1512, 7 August 1912, Page 3

WOMAN'S WORLD

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SOCIAL AND PERSONAL. Wedding at Petone. , A ijuiol welding was sojoimiisctl at St. Augustine's Church, l'elone, on Monday afternoon, the liev. G. il. Stephenson, 11.A., officiating, when Miss Elsie Maud Everott Hasloch, only daughter of the late John Everett Hasloch, ot' Wellington, was married to Sergeant-Major John Bertram l'arks, Into of the Grenadier Guards, and now of tho New Zealand Defence Forces. The bride wore a dress of, white satin, trimmed with silk fringo and lace, and tho customary veil and orange blossoms. .Sho carried a white shower bouquet. Mr. P. C. Tite, of Wellington (also late of the Grenadiers) gave her away, and she whs attended by Miss Lydia Stevens, who woro pale blue ninon trimmed with cremo lace, a hat trimmed with pink roses and blue forget-me-nots. Her bouquet was of pink and whito flowers. SergeantMajor Bale, of tho Royal Engineers, was best man. After tho ceremony a reception was held at .Mrs. Warner's, 10 Hector Street, wliero the usual felicitations were expressed, ami later the bride and bridegroom left for tho South Island on their honeymoon tour, the bride's travelling dress being a grev costume with grey and black hat. Tho bridegroom's gitt to the bride was a beautiful gold bangle, and to the bridesmaid ho gave a gold brooch set with pearls. Among other presents received by Mr. and Mrs. Parks was a handsome clock presented by the contingent of New Zealand-senior cadets, for whose training Sergeant-Major Parks liatl been responsible, prior to their departure for Canada. Tho Reading of the Budget. Very many people, anxious to gain admittance to the Parliamentary Buildings last evening to listen to the reading ot the first Budget, brought down by tho Government were waiting at the doors at a very early hour, but even so, many were unable' to gain entrance and sorrowfully they had to retrace their footsteps. Inside the Chamber, every available inch of space was taken and the interest with which the Budget was awaited made itself most strongly felt. The first part of the Statement was, of coursc, given over to figures—somewhat incomprehensible things to many women — and then followed proposals which riveted the attention, of everyone—men and women alike. For fully two hours Mr. Allen read on and 011, and at the conclusion one could only think that if the Opposition stood for principles, and not for party, they could have very little to, cavil at in the Budget placed before them .last evening. So, remarked a strong supporter of the Opposition, in regard to the land proposals, and if that could bo said of them it could bo said of nearly every other proposal contained in the Budget. Tho impression made on both sides of the Houso was very marked and as the reading went on, including financial measures, land proposals, mining, Tcform of the legislative Council, Customs, reciprocity measures between Australia and New Zealand, nurses and medical relief for back-blocks people, besides the opening-np of access to their holdings, old ago pensions for women -at'sixty, pensions for invalids, and for those who wero crippled through injury received in working, measures for meeting juvenile delinquency, and so on— it seemed as though nothing that affected life in the Dominion was left unprovided for. The impression left upon one, and upon many others present, was that of a strong, clear-cut comprehensive, plain. Budget. 1 Palmerston Pioneer's Death. Mrs. Eliza. Tricklebank, one of Palmerston's oldest and most respected resident?, passed away yesterday at the ago of eighty years. The deceased lady arrived in New Zealand with her husband 58 years ago, forty years of this period being spent in Palmerston. Her husband predeceased her two years ago, aged 83 years. Mrs. Tricklebank leaves twelvo children, 89 grandchildren, and 18 greatgrandchildren. The children are:—Mrs. A. Henderson (Hunterville), Mrs. G. E. Young (Palmerston North), Mrs. F. Overami (Wellington). Mrs. E. Kirkpatrick .(Palmerston North), Mrs. E. P. Edwards (Palmerston North), Mrs. J. King (Melbourne), Mrs. Thomas Lane (Palmerston North). Mrs. Somers (Melbourne). Mrs. 0. C. Richards (Melbourne), Mrs. M'Murriy (Table Flat), and Messrs. Charles and George Tricklebank, both of Porangahau. Presentation at French Club. A musical evening in connection with the French Club was organised by Miss M. Putnam and Miss Sullivan, and- took place in the Arts Club last night. Very many members wero present and a most enjoyable time was spent. A somewhat unexpected occurrence, at least to one of tho members, took place, Miss Mattio Putnam bejng presented by the Hon. John Rigg on behalf of the club, with a set of fruit knives and forks to mark the occasion of her approaching marriage. In making tho presentation, Jtr. Rigg spoko of all Miss Putnam had dono in connection with the French Club and of how much tho members appreciated her services. The gift was accompanied with the cordial wishes of all for her* future happiness. Miss Putnam made a little speech in reply, thanking them for their . good wishes and for the charming present they had made her. The programme was contributed to by Madame Macintosh, Miss M. Davis, Mis.3 Sybil Raplcy, the Misses Van Staveren (2), the Misses Putnam (2), Captain Stevens, Captain Barclay, and M. Dnflow. Supper brought a very pleasant time to a conclusion. HOW TO CLEANSE THE FACE. To the possessor of the normal skin, the use of soap and water for washing the ifaco may be said to be optional; to one whose skin is greasy and affected with blackheads, washing with soap and water is essential; while a tender, dry, or brit-tle-skin cannot be washed without (jreat risk of injury. It is 011 account of the caustic effect of soaps that a greasy skin should be washed-*it is on account of this same caustic effect that a dry skin must not, and a normal skin should not be washed.. With these rules to guide us, the cleansing of tho skin can be most effectively accomplished without soap and water by tho use of Novena Cerate. This is best ' done by rubbing .some Cerato into the skin, leaving it oiy for five or ten minutes, then wiping it off with a soft towel. This will remove the dirt and impurities more effectively than soap and water can do, and make the skin less sensitive. Price, «2s. and 3s. fid., iti jars. When washing with soap and water is desired, Valaze Soap should be used in preference to other soaps, because it contains jnany ingredients of Valaze Skin Food.' because it cleanses, soothes, and purifies the skin as 110 other soap will do. Price 2s. 3d. a cake. Valaze Skin Food yields active nourishment, purity, and beauty to the skin, frees it from all discolouration, blotches, pimples,' freckles, and sallowpess. ami keeps it healthy and clear. Price, in jars, 4s; and 7s. - Valaze Skin Tonic, an anti-wrinkle nv tion, which tightens the skin, keeps il taut and firm. .Overcomes flalibiness, looseness, and greasiness. Prevents wrinkles and cvowsfcct.. Price 3s. 3d. c bottle. ' , Ml chemists, or direct, post free, froir Mile. Hele.ua Rubinstein, Maison Valaze Brandon Street, Wellington.—Advt. . I SUPERFLUOUS IIAIR, < Superflous hair destroyed by "Rusma' (reg.). A guarantee given with encli cas undertaken. Sco testimonials and letters Mrs. Ilullen (over Economic), Lambtoi Quay. 'Phone 1047. (Testimonial.) ' Christchurch,. March 3rd, 1011. Dear Mrs. Ilullen,—l am writing thii r B note to see if you will send on the rem I edy for removing superfluous hair. ; 8 think you wil l - 'ember treating me onci 9 ' just before and you said yoi would mako up a special lot for me if ; could not come to Wellington. I con sider it 11 splendid remedy. Please for ward early. Original copy. oi .iibyvs caa. be. SMft.fi Ljjijj addreur ' i

Interview With Miss Helen Barnes. 1 •Miss Helen I'. Barnes, who lias recently I accepted (he position of national secretary of the Young Wnmon's Christian Assoeiaion in Australasia, is one ot lhos-o fortunate beings who are able to throw themselves heart' anil soul into Ihe work upon • which they are engaged, ami who feel that, if anything' their enthusiasm increases year by year as fresh fields open up to them for the absorption of their activities. In New Zealand the Y.W.C.A. movcinent' is as yet in its infaney, compared to what it has become in sonic of the older countries. In America, for instance, it has becomo not merely a civic movement, but a national one—one that makes for the development; of a girl or woman mentally, morally, and physically, so that sho is able to realise her highest possible development in every sense of the word, and to become a power to be relied upon in the tilings that make for the progress of tho nation. With such aims, it can perhaps hardly be wondered at that hardheaded American business wen and women, who are the people in the world to bo carried away by sentimentalism or by a philanthropy that makes no practical return for their expenditure, are impressed, and contribute from time to time largo sums of money for its support. 'l'hey consider the association an extremely good investment. Sometimes it has been the Young Women's Association that lias received tho largest _ financial assistance, not the Young Men's (rather different from the slate of things prevailing in Wellington) these same hardheaded business men considering that 1 it is in the hands of the women that the welfare of tho nation finally rests. Healthy companionship, interests to occupy tho mind and tho body, keep many an oilierwise lonely young girl from falling into eyil hands during her leisure hours. According to Miss Barnes, tho association in America reaches out its hands to every class of society. The working girl, the shop girl, the University, professional, and society girl, all find there is something to bo gained by coining'under its banner. Undoubtedly tho Young Women's Association in Amc-riea is the most powerfill mid the most respected organisation for women that has yet come into existence. Another valuablo feature of its work in that country is the acquiring of parks for the recreation of tho women of the town or city in which there is a largo enough association. A study is made of the conditions among which tho work, done by women, is carried out, and wherever possible parks are acquired and grounds are laid out for tennis, hockey, croquet, or whatever games are wanted. Most invaluable is the work that is done hv tho Traveller's Aid Department of the Young Women's Christian Association, both in America and in Great Britain. By its aid girls and young women arriving in strange cities and strange countries are met, advised, and guarded from the wiles of unscrupulous and evil persons lying in wait for tho innocent and unwary. It is to prevent the evils that exist in the older countries of the world from gaining headway in these younger lands that the Y.W.C.A. is devoting its energies, as well as fighting those that already exist, and in these days when women are forced to leave tho shelter of their own homes and take their place in tho struggle of life there is great need for such an organisation as the Y.W.C.A. It means companionship to many a lonely soul, fresh interests in life, and a shelter from > its temptations. Miss Margaret Cooper. Many in Wellington will be sorry to learn that Miss Margaret Cooper, the talented English entertainer, who charmed local audiences a few weeks ago, has been laid aside at Dunedin with an attack of laryngitis, which has seriously interfered with her engagements ii; tho south. In this regard Miss Cooper, who has a, highly sruug temperament, was somewhat prophetic when in Wellington. The weather was extremely wet when sho was here, and in remarking on the outlook she said that she dreaded having to go south, where sho had been told it was just as wet and much colder, as sho feared that something would happen. Her friends in this city will wish her a quick recovery. ■ Mrs. Allen, wife of the Minister for Finance, has come up from the south and is staying at Miss Malcolm's. ' Miss M. Eosewarnc left for the south last night, by the Mokoia. Mrs. Mackin and Miss P. Halss leave by tho Maungauui this week for Sydney, whero they meet Dr. Mackin, who is returning after having been twelve months abroad. Miss Hindratu'sh (Napier) is in ' town, and is staging at the Grand Hotel. Our Otaki correspondent states; that a quiet wedding lias been solemnised at Te Horo, Miss Moran, sister of Mrs. Westaway, being married to Mr. M. M. King, of Wnngftiuii. The ceremony was performed by the Rov. R. B. Blackmore. Mrs. Augustas Hamilton leaves for Napier this week to attend the marriage of her niece, Miss Margoliouth. Mrs. Montague leaves Wellington next Tuesday for Napier to attend the competitions in the capacity of accompanist. Later she' leaves for Auckland to act as accompanist during the Auckland competitions. Miss Murison, who has been visiting Mrs. C. F. Vnllance (Kalmmingi) is now staying with Mrs. Elliott at the Ilutt. MRS. ROLLESTON, Hair Specialist (qual. London and Paris), is recommended for the Permanent Cure of all Scalp Ailments and tho most Effective Treatment for the Growth of Hair. Shampooing, Hairdressing, Electrolysis (permanent removal of superfluous hair), dip. TJ.S.A. Fate Massage, Combings Made Dp, Transformations, Switches,'etc. 25G Lambtou Quay. Telephone 1599 * Miss Milsom's Exclusive and Up-to-date methods for Treating Hair and Skin will positively stop the hair from falling, prevent and restore grey hair, cure worst cases of dandruff and irritation, thus promoting a healthy growth. "Cultene" (reg.) Skin Food,_ unsurpassed for wrinkles and withered skin, softens and tones the coarsest skin, cures blackheads, and large pores. Ladies and Gentlemen taught home treatment. Delightful face massage (Denmark), Electrolysis (permanent and painless). Hairdressing taught. Hairwork of every description. Lightest, finest weaving, best only. Purest Face Powder. Grey Hair restored to natural colour, with great success, with wonderful preparation, harmless, and most natural looking. Shampooing, Manicuring, Clipping. Just received from Parisian buyer, beautiful Switches, Puft's, and Natural Hair Pads. Personal attention, strictly confidential. Miss Milsoin, King's Chambers (opp. Stewart, Dawson's), Willis Street. Wellington. Telephone 8H Weddings—Shower Bouquets for brides nnd bridesmaids. Only tho choicest of Flowers used. Specially packed and sent to any part ofvtlie Dominion. Miss Murray, 35 Willis Street (Florist to his Excellency Lord Islington).* Birmingham has decided that its memorial of Bishop Gore shall take the fc-rin of a bronze statue, to be erected in the Cathedral grounds. The Bishop Iras received the, announcement of this lionoui "with mingled gratitude and repugnance.'' ELECTROLYSIS. The only permanent euro for the' re nioval of .tuperllnous .hair. This can on! be performed by an pxpert. Consult Mrs Ilaybittle, long and favourably known foi all treatments. No L'GB Lamblon Qunj fnver Orr, Chemist). Tel 1,10-I.—Advt.