WOMAN’S. WORLD

Dominion, Volume 14, Issue 181, 27 April 1921, Page 2

WOMAN’S. WORLD

SOCIAL AND PERSONAL At the close of the lecture given by Dr, Elliott last night in the Red Cross Lecture Hall in Dixon Street, in which he dealt severely with "quacks and quackery," the chairman asked whether anyone had any remarks to make, A somewhat unexpected response was made by a lady who rose and detailed how two of her relatives had been operated upon by doctors and had subsequently died. She. herself, however, being troubled with a complaint, had gone to a "quack," and was very much alive; in fact, she expected to be very much alive for the next twenty years. The championship of the lady for her unpopular cause was appreciated by Dr. Elliott, who clapped hei warmly, while its humour was much appreciated by the audience.

Under date of March 4 a Rondon coHrespoudent ivriteL. —Sir Jamas and Lady Allen arc ibout to leave their flat at Philbeach Gardens, Earl's Court, for another flat in Nan? Crescent. This latta rlocality will have the dual advantage of being more convenient for Sir James coming in to his office and of being very close to Hyde Park. It is a very convenient residential part of Londton,. and very easy of access. New Zealanders who sen such generous contributions to the High Commissioner fop the bazaar in aid of the Barnardo Homes, held at the Albert Hall last December, will be interested to know that the total receipts of the New Zealand stall were £lBl6, a sum which was by a very long way ahead of any of the other su»lls. This amount has already been handed over to the treasurer of the Barnardo Homes. It is not unlikely that there 'will be a supplementary sum to send in later.

Mrs. H. Sullivan has returned to Wellington from a visit to Auckland and Helensville.

A very pleasant afternoon tea was given, by Mrs. Fitzgibbon, "Tulassa, Hopper Street, on Friday. Among the guests were Mesdames Gasqnoine, Thrower, Sullivan, Guise, Cowan, Griffiths, Collins, Gleeson, Ellis, Mahony, Beauchamp, and Misses Sullivan, Redmond, Gasquoine, Guise (2), and Hurley. The hostess wore black, with touches and deep* belt of Alice-blue.

The only vocal competitor from Wellington in the Christchurch competitions succeeded in winning the champion solo on Friday last. This was Mie® Phyllis Massey, a pupil of Mr. Reg. Blow, and a young singer of promise, who did well at the last Wellington competitions. Local competitors will realise Miss Massey's achievement when it is stated that she scored oyer such experienced competitors as Miss Corrie Aslin and Miss Cicely Audibert, both of whom are well known in Wellington.

The death occurred early' yesterday morning, after a very bad illness, of Miss Leah Selig, elder daughter of Mr. P. Selig, manager of the Christchurch Press, Company, states a Press Association message.

The Memorial Cemetery committee (W.N.R.) has received an Anzac Day gift of £lO through Mr. Cblin Holmes, of Portland Crescent, from Queen Margaret College, to be expended in a permanent form at the cemetery.

Wedding in St. Paul's Pro-Cathedral. The marriage took place in St. Paul’s Pro-Cathedral yesterday afternoon, of Miss Dora Meek, younger daughter of Mr. and Mrs. W. L. Mrck, of Wellington’ to Mr. Allan Carson, of Wellington, son of Mr. and Mrs. D. Carson, of Melbourne. The ceremony was performed by the Ven. Archdeacon Johnson. The bride who. was given away by her father, wore a very pretty frock of white lace, over palest pink charmeuse, finished at the waist with a wreath of orange blossoms. Her veil was fastened with a circlet of the same flowers, intertwined with white heather, and she carried a bouquet of pink carnations, roses and maidenhair fern. The bridesmaid was Mits Hunt, of Christchurch, and she wore a frock of taffetas shot with cerise and saxe blue. Her black velvet hat repeated the same two shades, and she carried a bouquet to harmonise. The best man was Mr. Sydney Tisdall, of Wellington. After the ceremony, a reception was J-eld by Mr. and Mrs. Meek at Dustin’s, at which were present many relations and friends. _ Mrs. Meek wore a frock of mole satin and gorgette, and a blacK hat trimmed with pink shaded rose?. Her bouquet was of flowers to touo Mrs. Cummins, the bride’s sister, wore a navy blue costume and navy blue silk hat to match. Airs. Ernest Meek was in a cream coat and skirt and hat 'o match. The travelling frock worn by f-e bride was a coat frock of navy blue gabardine, embroidered in saxe blue, cerise and mole, over which she wore a rust coloured coat, with a small hat to match. Air. and Airs. Carson are leaving for a visit to Melbourne. Women’s National Reserve (Seatoun Branch.) The April meeting of members was held alt the residence of Mrs F. Black. Mrs Bradney Williams presided. Airs. Porter attended in. response to the special desire of the branch, and took part in the proceedings. Afterwards she gave an address on present needs and work at the residential nursery, in the course of whidh she emphasised the urgent necessity for ’.'he provision of proper laundry accommodation before the winter set in. This would cost £3OO, and it was hoped to provide the money by various efforts on the part of the branches and sympathisers. Arrangements were made at the meeting foi a jumble sale Ito be held in the Town Hall, Miramar, nt the end of May. Airs. Stone and Mrs. C. Bell undertook to be responsible for the tea room, and the following ladies agreed to receive parcels for the saleSeatoun: Mrs. Bradnoy Williams, 1 Brandon Street, and Mrs. Black, Forrest Street. Karaka Bay: Alra. Mabin and Miss Freeman. Miramar: Mrs. M‘Vicar, Matai Road, and Airs. Pritchard, Mafrai Road. Parcels will be sent for to any address, upon communication with the president. Ine committee hopes that residents in the district will help the branch by donating garments, hooks, tools, furniture, or anything saleable; and contributions of scones, etc., for the tea rooms will be greatly appreciated. The of the Seatoun branch is now over 50. Mrs. Pritchard has been appointed sewing leader for Miramar, and Mrs. C. Bell has joined ithj committee to specially assist the Aliramar section. A letter was read at the meeting frcm Mrs. A. D. Crawford expressing her interest in the branch, and promising to help in its work upon her return from England. A letter of thanks from the CMzenSoldiers’ Carnival Executive yas also read, referring to the valuable assistance rendered by the branch at the produce stall last month. In this connection the president expressed the gratitude of the commnttee for the generous gifts contributed to the stall by members and residents in the district. It was impossible to personally thank all the donors, but their help was very deeply appreciated. The next meeting of members will be held at the residence of the Aliases Perry, Ludlam Street.