WOMAN’S WORLD

Dominion, Volume 16, Issue 175, 12 April 1923, Page 2

WOMAN’S WORLD

MATTERS ..OF INTEREST FROM FAR AND NEAR.

(By

Imogen.)

SOCIAL AND PERSONAL

Airs. Sutherland is tlie guest of Mrs Gillies, Pirinoa.

Miss Nora Bunny has returned to Masterton from Wellington.

Air. and Mrs. Alfred James have returned to Dunedin from Wellington.

Miss Dorothy Diamond is visiting Mrs. G. Hume, Featherston.

Miss Dora Smyth (Wellington) is visiting M.s. Howell,- Canterbury. Nurse Y -ipton passed through Wellingtor „ ,t week on her return to Christchurcu from a visit to Australia.

Mrs. Loslio Macfarlane has returned to Christchurch from a brief visit to Wellington.

Airs. AVestall (Cliristc-hurch) is the guest of Mrs. Alason Chambers, Havelock North.

Airs. Chambers (Day’s Bay) is visiting her mother, Airs. Stewart, Alanterton.

Air. and Airs. Edward Gates ami Aliss Lilian Gates, of Fendalton, Christchurch, arrived in Wellington earlier in the week, en route for England.

Aliss A. AL Brown, formerly of theAl’asterton District High School and now of the Featherston District High School, has been appointed to tho sec qndary staff at Carterton. Air. T. AV. Rapley and the Alisses liapley (2) left for Auckland on Tuesday. en route for a visit to Australia. Aliss Langley (Sydney) is visiting Wellington.

Miss Clara' Rogers has left AVellington to take up the position of matron of the Y.M.C.A., Christchurch, in succession to Aliss E. AtcLeod, who has relinquished the position for reasons of health. Aliss Rogers, the new matron Jias been connected with the Y.AI.C.A. for nine years, and took part irt war work in Egypt. England, and France. She has recently been, in charge of the work of Pukeora Military Sanatorium. both under the administration of the Y.AI.C.A. and tho Red Cross.

London can never forsake its beloved Peter Pan. This season’s revival of the Barrie, masterpiece was also responsible for a return to the Peter Pan collar, so long a. feature of blouses (states a London correspondent). Already this collar has made its appearance -on scores of smart shirts, and it p»-«mises to oust completely the rolled type. Fastening close to the neck, tho little round collar is exceedingly becoming, and if decorated with a very Hat pleated frill it makes a. delightful finish to blouses of silk or organide.

Alargaret Santon, a 10 years’ old girl guide belonging to the 10th Aidershot “Brownies, is lying in the Aidershot Hospital as a result of falling into a bath of boiling water (states an English exchange). ‘As her parents rescued her, almost unconscious from her burns, she murmered, “I must not not cry, for 1 am a Brownie, and Brownies do not cry.” Then she swooned from the pain. The doctors at the hospital say they believe it was her will-power alone that saved her life.

Just ns Princess Mary sought to give a fillip to home industries by having tho satin forming the train of her bridal gown woven at Braintree, Lady Elisabeth Bowes-Lyon, who marries tlio King’s second son, has decided that much beautiful Nottinghamshiremade laco shall be used for her wedding dress. It is a decision that is bound to react favourably on an old British industry that has declined somewhat of late years, owing partly to a change in our domestic architecture, (states an English exchange). For in .the past the fame of Nottinghamshire lace rested chiefly on window curtains. ISo that .when there cams a revulsion against dwelling houses with lofty rooms and tall windows, and houses with tho casement typo of window became popular, tho Nottinghamshire lace curtain of Victorian times seemed no longer suitable. Hence the huge, manufacture and sale of the material known as casement cloth.

The death took place ,at Palmerston North of Mrs. Rose Mary wife of Mr. Frederick Aisher. relieving officer of the Palmerston North Hospital and Charitable Aid Board, and an carlv settler in tho district. A native of Castlcblane.y, Ireland, the late Mrs. Aislier, who was 61 years of age, arrived in Wellington 44 years ago, and with her husband went to Palmerston North in 1888. Mrs. Aisher leaves a widower and a large, family to mourn their loss, and the. sympathy of a wide circle of friends will be extended to them in their sad bereavement. The daughters are: —Mrs. F. O’Donnell (Waipukurau), Mrs. L. Sceats (Hicks Bay, Gisborne), Sister Imelcla (Convent, Wellington). Miss Aisher (hospital clerical staff) : and the sons, Messrs. F. W. Aisher (Palmerston North post office), and Ben. and H. Aisher (Gisborne). One son. Frank, was killed in Franco at the battle of Passchendaele.

Mrs. Earle Page made her first public appearance in Melbourne recently ns the wife of the Leader of the Country Phrty, who is now also the Federal Treasurer, when she opened the conference of the women’s section of th Victorian Farmers’ Union (states tlie Melbourne “Argus”). As the mother of a family, consisting of one girl and four boys, Mrs. Pago has not hitherto found it possible to take n very active, part in her husband’s political career. She is, however, a woman of broad sympathies and many interests and her speech at the women’s conference made an excellent impression. Her activities in the past have not been confined entirely to her home affairs.’ During the war slm worked for the Red Cross in both Grafton and the Northern Rivers (N-S.W.), where her husband was Mnvor for two years. She is especially interested in child welfare work, and like all thoughtful women, considers u-h work the foundation of the welf-re of the community. She is a member of the. Countrvvomen’s Association of New Sout 1 ’ Wales, and of the Women’s Reform league, and that she finds relaxation i-i literary interests is shown by her p-esence on tho executive committee of tho Dickons Fellowship in Sydney. Al- present her home is in Strathfield. S dney. but she is endeavouring to o--lor her household affairs so that she will be at liberty to spend as much time as possible where her husband’s duties call him.

With thb near approach of the Trentham autumn races comes the imperative need of smart apparel, so ladies -wishing to appear extra stylish nt this mooting should not fail to call early and procure one of Soackman nnd Thompson’s smart imported costumes, or overcoats. These are specially created by their oversea exports, aii'l all are extremely roaaonable in pr.ee. Call to-day at Spnckman and Thompson, 210 Lambton Quay.—Advt.

Canon and Airs. Clarke (Napier) arc visiting Wellington.

Airs. Charles AlcArthur, of Lower Hutt, lias gone on a visit to friends in Auckland.

A quiet,wedding took place at All Faints’ Church. AHdhirst, when Aliss Maude Margaret Shutter, daughter of Mr. and Airs. J. Shotter, Alidhirst, was married to Air. AValter Helam Haigh, son of Airs. AfcDonald, Cardiff The ceremony was performed by the Rev, Howard.

On Saturday, April 7. the wedding was solemnised at the AVesley Church. Taranaki Street, Wellington, of Aliss Clarice Daphne Aldridge, second daugh - ter of Air. and Airs. AV. Sant, of Kelburn, Wellington, and Air. Edward Percy Carter, son of Air. n.nd Mrs. Carter, of Pirie Street. The bride was attended by two bridesmaids, the chief being Aliss Eime Beale, of Alasterton. cousin of the bride, and Aliss Doris Carter, sister of tho bridegroom. The bridegroom was attended by Air O’Keefe, of AVellington, as best man, and Mr. Cedric Aldiidge, of 'Wellington. Little Aliss Olive .Beale, of Alasterton. presented the bride wtih a flora] horseshoe.

One of the most original ways in which funds for tho soldiers were raised in England bv Aliss Cameron (at present visiting Wellington) during the war was by playing in the streets of the cities on piano organs—just like n barrel organ o look at. She and others, about five or six, would take it in shifts to go out into the streets, each taking it for a stated time. “Thev never.” said Aliss Cameron, “returned with less than £5O for the day’s work.” It caught the people’s fancy immensely to see fashionable women trundling these instruments about and turning the handles. Aliss Cameron did not say whether they took a monkey with them.

Aliss Marjory Alatheson was the guest of honour at a complimentary social which was held in the Rongomai schbblroom by Rongomai and TanO residents. The room, though as large .as most country halls, was scarcely able to accommodate the crowd, practically every home in Rongomai and Tane having its representatives' present. During the evening, songs, which were encored, were sung by Misses Barrell, Scott, and Alatheson, Alessrs. Tomlinson and Campbell, and a duet by Air. and Airs. Blaikie, the accompaniments being played by tho last named. A competition founded on nursery rhymes was keenly entered into and won by Aliss Judd. Dancing also took place, under the direction of Air. H. H. Godfrey, to music' provided by many of those present. The chief interest of the evening, however, centred round tho presentation of a silver entreo dish, suitably engraved, to tho guest of thd evening, F. White, as the representative of Rongomai and Tane residents, making the presentation. . Mr. Potter responded on behalf of Aliss Alatheson.

The marriage took place, in tho Linwood Baptist Church, Christchurch, of Air. AVilham Fowler, second son of Air. and Mrs. AV. Fowler, of St. Albans, to Aliss Alice Aladgo Alilne, second daughter of Air. and Mrs. George Alilne, also of Christchurch. The Rev. A. W. Stuart officiated, and tho Canterbury Caledonian Pipe Band, of which the bridegroom is a member, wearing the national dress, assembled under Pipe and Drum-Alajors Shanahan and Jt Ross, and played the bridegroom along AVorcester Street to the church, and then formed a guard of honour. As well as attending die ceremony they were also present at the wedding breakfast and played selections on. tho lawn during tho afternoon and evening. Aliss Roma Alilno attended as bridesmaid, and there were also two little flower girls in attendance. The bridegroom and best man, Air. John Fowler, wore full Highland dress suits.

A very successful concert was given by “The Merry Magpies” concert party of ■Wellington, at Johnsonville, in aid of _ the citizens’ queen, Miss Dulcie Bowler, who is a candidate at the forthcoming queen carnival. This talented party is composed of some of 'Wellington’s best artists, and they have started their career under very favourable auspices. Miss Violet Reith and Mr. H. E. Wilson are a tower of strength ill/ themselves, and together with Miss Phyll Norris and .Mr. H. L. Prouso tiro famous quartette “The Long Day Closes,” followed’' by “Down by the Water Willows” was beautifully rendered.. Tlio same artists also contributed solo items for which they all received recalls. Mr. Doug. Hislop sung four baritone songs, and Mr. Ted Edwards gave some of his lightning charcoal sketches. The comedy was in tho capable hands of Miss Queeme Mack, and Mr. Will Lambert. Another item which received unstinted applause was that of Miss Gwen Cooney, violinist, who had to make three appearances. Several, concerted numbers were given by the whole company of Magpies. Miss Elsie Cooney is tho party’s accompanist. A short spt/cch by Mr. Fred Jacobs, ono of the carnival committee, thanking the “Magpies” for giving Johnsonville residents such a fine evening, closed tho evening.

A meeting of the Ladies’ Auxiliary of the Navy League was held on Tuesday afternoon in the Navy League rooms, in Woodward Street. Mrs. J P. Firth was in tho chair, and there were also *present: Me-sdames Harding (hon secretary), Larnach, Breda, Middleton, Tripp, Darling, Phillips-lur-ner Misses 'Wilson, Cable and Mwin. A great number of letters from the widows of men belonging to the Navy and merchant service, who had died in tho war ; from wives of .disabled men, and from sailors’ orphans had been received; and extracts from a number of these were read to tho meeting. The writers thanked tlio auxiliary for the clothing that had been recenrod, and spoke of what these gifts had meant to the recipients. Tho meeting agreed that this work should bo continued. A sum of money was voted for the purchase of material, and work will begin immediately. It was reported that some of the school children were going to sew for the sailors’ dependants, and others who wore unable to do so this year would begin next vear. A work party will meet on Monday to cut out garments, members undertaking to give one each and to make the others. It was also reported that the auxiliary funds had been put into the Post Office Savings Bank. Accounts were passed for payment.

Weddings to bo artistic must have Bouquets’ to harmonise with frocks. Miss Murray, 36 Willis Street. Deliveries anywhere in Dominion.—Advt.

“The Ambassador” Cabaret. ’With a new cabaret, “The Ambassador,” which opened in A\ 7 ellington for. ’the first time last evening, AVellington promises to be very gay during 1 tho coming months; and with oppor- | trinities for dancing in the afternoon as well as in the- evening, what more can lovers of dancing wish for? As the Stafford Tea Rooms, the place was w.ell known, and since, it has been turned into a cabaret it has been thoroughly transformed. Red and black are the predominating colours, the blank panelling of the walls, picked out with red, "red shades over tho lights, and clusters of crimson balloons hanging from the ceiling, making a charming effect. The arrangements are all carried out in true cabaret fashion —as it is done in Sydney or Auckland —and last night every 'table was engaged. Excellent music for dancing was supplied by the novelty orchestra, stationed on a dais at one end of the room and in between the dances weird and wonderful outcries were made by the squeakers, with which everyone toyed. Air. and Airs. Saunders, who were in charge of Dixieland in Auckland; direct the arrangements of The Ambassador, which, curiously enough, was opened on tho first anniversary of the opening of Dixieland in Auckland. Among those who were present last evening wore Airs. Horace Hunt, Aliss Grace, Aliss Mackenzie, Mrs. Gago Williams, Airs. J. Crawford. Aliss Rapley. Airs. Eric Riddiford, Aliss A. Toogood, Aliss Brandon, Aliss Afiles. Aliss Arndt. Miss A Dunean, Aliss Baldwin, Aliss V. Gore, Aliss McClure. Airs. Shorney, Aliss Phyllis Bates, Airs. Ashford. Miss Bulkley, Aliss Bell, Aliss Keesing. Owing to its popularity, the bookings were exceedingly heavy last evening, and flie management very much regretted that they were unable to accommodate all v-’ho wished to be present at the opening night. However, it has been decided to feature tho carnival attractions till tho end of the week, in order to compensate those- who unfortunately were disappointed last night. . Afternoon teas also will be a special feature, commencing this afternoon. Excellent catering arrangements have been made.

The engagement is announced of Aliss Eirene Hicks-Ross, third daughter of Air. and Airs. J. S. Hicks-Ross, of Alanly, late of Timaru, New Zealand, to Air. John Marsland, second son of the late Air. John Alarsland and Airs. Alarsland, of Neutral Bay, formerly of Brisbane, Queensland.

In her address to the members of the Y.W.C.A., Aliss Ella Fair, who has just returned from visiting England and the countries of Europe, and attending a conference of the YAV.C.A.’s of the world in Austria, said the Y.W.C.A. movement, in its world-wide scope, was going to be one of tho great forces for bringing about a better understanding between nations. It is uniting all nations under a common purpose. A foretaste of what real international brotherhood might be was seen at that conference in Austria, when thirty-three countries of tho world, tomo who a few short years ago wera deadly enemies fighting for their national life, sat down together in friendliness, and lived together in fellowship, all bringing their separate contributions to tho thinking of that conference, which set out to .find out, from the collective thinking af tho world, the best way the purpose of th© Y.W.C.A. could bo carried aut, that purpose which seeks to bring tho girls and young women of all. nations (into allegiance to one King, which is God. One had only to read the daily new'spaper to see tho racial hatreds registered in tho . news of one day. and count* up the industrial and national strife that was going on throughout the world to realise the need of some movement that can* assemb’lo all of tho kindness and. selfcontrol of the world and focus it upon tho dark places of our common life. Oceans of misunderstanding could be bridged, and this comes now as a challenge to the Y.AV.G.A., which is worldwide, international, and interdenominational, which, because of the vision, youth, and enthusiasm of its members, because of its Christian purpose can be a big factor in determining whether the new social order is to be better oi - worse than the old order.

Sister Donovan, of Otaki, has been appointed Plunket nurse at Carterton. Miss Marie Tempest back again to tho London stage after an absence abroad of eight years—that was tho event which attracted a great audience to the Duke of York’s Theatre on February 15, with the older. generation present to 1 welcome in fitting fashion an old favourite, and with a younger generation anxious to see one who has bean so justly described as the greatest of our modern comedy actresses (states tho “Daily News ’). All day long people had waited outside the cheaper parts of the house in the hope of gaining admission, and the bookable seats could have been sold ten times over. Miss Tempest had. chosen to make her reappearance in “Good Gracious! Annabelle,” described as “a modern comedy,” by Claire Beecher Kummer, which has already been a big success in the United States. When she made her entrance, beautifully goivnod, her appearance unchanged, she received a reception so sincere, so rapturous that for a few moments she was obviously unnerved. But . she (ought down’her emotion and quickly proved that the years which have passed since she was last seen in London have not aged by a single day the artistic charm of her acting, nor affected the power of her personality. She was the old Marie Tempest,, a bustle of moods, alluring, bewitching Tne little tricks of voice and gesture, tlio well-remembered and well-lovxsd mannerisms —how good it was to meet with thorn again! A glance or a smile or a movement with tho hands —and with it was introduced a volume of meaning. A few quickly spoken words — and they seemed to carry a wisdom or a wit impossible had they been read in cold print or been uttered by any actress who was not possessed of a spark of genius.

Mrs. Hamelins, better known to New Zealander's as Dora "Wilcox, ths New Zealand poetess, who has been resident in London and Europe for many years, is at presetn in Auckland, and is the guest of Mrs. Edith Searle Grossmann, at St. Helier’s Bay. Mrs. Hamelins, who arrived by the Maraina, acted as a nurse in a military hospital (King George’s), at Waterloo, London, during the war. Mrs. Hamelins has recently been writing musical criticism for the “Studio” mid other art magazines. She intends to spend three irwntlul in New Zealand, and then to live permanently in Australia.

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