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Woman’s World

Matters of Interest from Far and Near

PERSONAL ITEMS. Miss Clodagh, of Lower Hutt, accompanied by her sister, Mrs. Ronald Sissons, of Taumaranui, left last week for a tour of the Islands, including Samoa. Miss Eileen Pope, M.A., of the Wanganui Girls’ College staff, has been appointed to a position on the Wellington Girls’ College. Mrs. Miller and Miss Edna Miller, of Wellington, are the guests of Mrs. R. T. Duthie. St. Clnir, Dunedin. Mrs. G. T. C. P. Swabey, who has been visiting Dunedin and Christchurch, has returned- to Auckland. Invitations have been issued by the principal, staff, and pupils of Chilton House School to the opening of the new school i.t Island Bay, on Wednesday afternoon. The Minister of-Education will perform the opening ceremony. Mrs. Wilson has returned to her home in Tauranga, after a brief visit to her parents, Dr. and Mrs. Fell, Mahina Bay. Mr. and Mrs. Lever, of Wellington, hare been visiting Franz Josef Glacier. Mr, and Mrs. M. F. Bourke, of Wellington, are visiting Auckland. Invitations have been issued by Brigadier J. H. Whyte, D. 5.0., D.C.M., N.Z.S.C., to the Anzac Day parade at. the Basin Reserve oh Thursday next. Mrs. Gerald Bell, Kelburn, is leaving for England by • the Rangitiki, to visit her parents. Miss G. Gully, of Wellington, is visiting Christchurch. Invitations have been issued by the president and executive of the Wellington Citizens’ War Memorial to the laying of the foundation stone by His Excellency the Governor-General on Anzac Day. ■'Mrs. Patrick Marshall of Wellington, is the guest of Mrs. R. E. Hyde, of Musselburgh Rise, Dunedin. Mrs. C. Wells and Miss Wells have returned to Christchurch from a visit to Gisborne and Hawke’s Bay. Nova Scotia has produced the first woman Agent-General in the Empire. She is Miss Joan Howard, daughter of Mr. John Howard, who had held the office since 1891. Miss Howard, who previously acted as her father’s assistant, will receive a salary of £l6OO. The Attorney-General (Mr. T. K. Sidey) and Mrs. Sidey invited a number of friends to their residence, Corstorphine,” Dunedin, to meet Mr. D. H. Drummond, Minister of Education in the New South Wales Government, and Mrs. Drummond. Mrs. Sidey, who welcomed the guests ip the hall, wore a gown of black velvet. In the drawing-room pink roses and dahlias of a deeper tone showed to advantage in purest crystal vases and silver bowls. In the dining-room palest pink sweet peas contrasted with feathery greenery. The guests present included Sir James and Lady Allep, Lady Statham and Miss Statham, Professor and Mrs. Dunlop, Professor and Mrs. Lawson, Mr. and Mrs. C. Gilray, Dr. and Mrs. Jack, Mr. nnd Mrs. J. Hutchison, Mr. and Sirs. J. Renfrew White, Sir. and Sirs. W. J. Slotrell, and Sir. and Sirs. J. A. Hanan, Professor Strong, Professor Fisher, and Professor Adams,

and Mr. Mark Hanan. 2k pleasant farewell party was given recently to Miss Lorraine Melton, who is leaving for England the end of the month to' take up her residence. The friends of Miss Melton took the opportunity td-present her with a Maori emblem ring as a token of the esteem in which she is held, and also to serve as a reminder of the iXid of her birth. Miss Melton intends to continue her studies in dancing, and will probably take up teaching at the conclusion of her training. bliss Pocock, a visitor from South Africa, was welcomed by the Canterbury Association of the New Zealand Federation of University Women at their last meeting in Christchurch. Miss Pocock spokp of her life for ten years in many paijts of South Africa. Miss Pocock is a graduate of Oxford University, and is now senior mistress of the Girls’ High School at Salisbury, Southern Rhodesia, and on leave for d year to study educational systems in secondary schools; The 1 speaker dealt with the general charm of Africa, and paused to particularise upon Rhodesia. The educational, historical, and political questions were most entertainingly dispersed with anecdotes of experiences with native domestics, an insurrection, and of strange and , terrible wild creatures of the veldts. These last seemed the leasfc awe-inspiring. While deprecating sentimentality, the speaker dwelt on the .work of Cecil Rhodes, and outlined the power of a great dream for a young country in the mind of a man so public spirited. A woman candidate, Miss M. Clark, who obtained second place at the recent open competition on level terms with men executive posts, has been appointed to the Estate Duty Office, Somerset House, as assistant examiner, states a London paper. Another woman, Miss M. I. peeves, .who obtained 63rd place, has received a similar appointment. Formerly these posts were filled by barristers and solicitors.

A young and successful writer, whose first novel was published when she was 18, is'Miss Buchanan, the only daughter of the late Sir George Buchanan, the last British Ambassador to St. Petersburg. In addition to her books “Recollections of Imperial Russia,” and “Diplomacy and Foreign Courts,” she has written charmingly and with delicate, distinguished touch on lighter topics. Miss Joan Fry, a Quakeress, well known fou her philanthropic work, is a member of the National l Committee for dealing with distress in the English and Welsh coalfields. Since the war she has done much to assist the cause of humanity and her efforts are added to by other members cf her family. Her sister, Margery, principal of Somerville College, Oxford, is a member of the National Council for the Prevention of War, and her father (Sir Edward Fry), served on the Hague Tribunal for International Peace. Princess Elizabeth has had her miniature painted on ivory. It is being copied from one of her recent photographs, in which she wears a frilled pink frock and her favourite string of coral beads, a gift from her uncle, Prince George. The miniature was the Duchess of York’s ) Christmas present to the Queen, who has i a much-prized collection of family miniatures in her sitting room at Buckingham Palace. The Queen has a new bracelet which contains the miniature portraits of her three grandchildren—Princess Elizabeth, with her two liittle Lascelles ; cousins on either side. The idea is a re- I plica of the bracelet the Queen had of her six children when they were young.

Assuming that you have realised the importance of your personal charm, it naturally follows that you will at some time visit the Rolleston Salon, where beauty is tenderly cared for by experts who have made a life study of beauty and hair treatment. Appointments are preferable.—Mrs. Rolleston, Ltd., Hair, Skin and Permanent Waving Specialists,. 250 Lambton Quay, ’phone 42—227, Wellington.—Advt. SYDAL YOUR HANDS. Sydal is very economical, the less used the better the action. Take very little out of the jar and rub it well into your hands and then wash them with a little soap and water. The effect is good and permanent. No more chapped hands. The regular use of Sydal will keep your hands in perfect order. Advt.

Weddings.—Bouquets designed with individuality as the keynote. Exquisite colouring effects, obtained only from Miss Murray, Vice-Regal Florist, 36 Willis Street.—Advt

VISITORS TO THE CAPITAL. Sirs. Frank Donnelly, Hawke's Bay, is the guest of her sister, Mrs. G. Tripe, Wellington. , Mr«. and Sliss W. Averill arrived on Friday. Sliss Averill leaves by the Rangitiki for England.

[ . WEDDINGS. At St. Peter's Church, Takapuna, last week, the marriage took place of Ellen Entlean, second daughter of Mr. and Mrs. F. E. N. Gauditi, of “Wharekoa,” Bayswater, and Allan Brett, second son of Sir. and Sirs. AV. J. Rainger, of Domett Avenue, Epsom, the grandson of Lady Brett and the late Sir Henry Brett. The ceremony was performed by the Rev. W. G. Sfonckton. Given away by her father, the bride wore a gown of ivory satin beaute over shell pink taffeta. A scalloped collar of soft ivory georgette fell over the close-fitting corsage. The long full skirt worn over a crinoline had a deep hem of blonde lace surmounted by tiny scalloped frills of ivory georgette. Little sprigs of pink tinted orange blossom were scattered over the skirt. The bridal veil of ivory tulle, which formed the train, was edged with blonde lacc, and was caught over each ear with clusters of orange blossom. Three tonings of pink flowers were used for the bouquet. Miss Freda Gaudin, sister of the bride, attended her as chief bridesmaid. Her gown of shell pink georgette had a pin-tucked corsage and an ankle-length overskirt of pink lace. A large looped bow of tulle finished the waistline. Her large picture hat was of pink crinoline edged with tulle. Little sheaves of green hydrangea were used in her bouquet of pink flowers. Miss Constance Rainger, sister of the groom, was the second maid, who wore a similarly fashioned gown in willow, green. Her shower bouquet was of pink chrysanthemums. Both bridesmaids wore necklets of rhinestones. Mr. Keith Stewart attended the bridegroom c.s best man, and Mr. Murray Hunter was groomsman. A reception was later held at the home of the bride’s parents, Mrs. Gaudin receiving her guests in a gown of navy blue lace. Her navy georgette coat was tucked and her navy hat was osprey trimmed. Mrs. Rainger, sent., wore a black georgette frock embroidered in gold thread, and a black straw hat. Lady Brett was gowned in a black georgette ensemble, with a black hat.

At St. John’s Church, Latimer Square, Christchurch, last week, the marriage was quietly celebrated of Barbara, third daughter of the late Mr. H. E. Musgrave, and of Mrs. Musgrave, Edenhill, Mount Pleasant, to Dr. Keith Davidson, only son of Mr. and Mrs. James Davidson, Kaikoura. The Rev. J. F. Coursey performed the ceremony and nuptial music was played by the bride’s aunt, Mrs. Rachel Ross. The bride, who was given away by her brother, Mr. Max Musgrave, wore a three-piece Russian model suit of rose beige silk, with diagonal bands of embroidery on thq jumper in shades of rose, gold, and beige, while touches of the embroidery gave distinction to the smart coat. Her large felt hat matched her suit, and she carried a bouquet of cream roses. The bride’s little niece, Rosamond Williams, who acted as bridesmaid, wore a rose-beige crepe de chine frock, and hat to match, and carried a posy of pink and blue flowers. Dr. F. V. Bevan Brown attended the bridegroom as best man. Relatives of the bride and bridegroom were later entertained by Mrs. Musgrave at a small reception held at the Winter Garden. The hostess wore a gown of black marocain, relieved with white, and a black hat. Her bouquet was of vivid red roses. Mrs. Davidson, the bridegroom’s mother, wore a black crepe de chine frock and black hat and carried a bouquet of tawny chrysanthemums and autumn leaves.

f On Easter Monday the marriage was y solemnised at St.- Paul’s Pro-Cathedral, i by the Rev. H. A. Walke, of Christina 7 McLennan, second daughter of Mr. and 1 Mrs. Watt, of Johnsofiville, and Alexani der Robert, youngest son of Mr. and Sirs. 1 Wright, of -Waujranui. The bride, who ? ' was escorted by her father, wore a gown f of ivory chenille georgette and marietta, i Her veil of Brussels lace was arranged , with a coronet o’f orange blossom, and formed the train. She carried a bouquet ’ of white and pale pink. The bridesmaid, Miss Helen Watt, sister of the bride, wore a frock of apricot marietta, inset with gold lace, her head-dress being a pretty tulle cap trimmed with small autumn flowers, and she carried a bouquet to tone. Little Jay Cragg was flower girl, wearing' a frock of lavender georgette and head-dress of tulle and rosebuds to match, nnd she carried a gold basket of autumn-tinted flowers. Mr. J. B. Watt was best man. On leaving the church the bride was presented with a lucky horse shoe by Rene McWhinnic. After the wedding ceremony, a reception was held at the Oddfellows’ Hall, where about eighty guests were received by the bride’s mother, who;wore a frock of navy blue crepe majestic, embroidered iu fawn, with a black satin toque, and carried a bouquet of red roses. ♦ ♦ * DANCE. The Wellington Camera Club held an- . other enjoyable evening recently, when members and their friends gathered together and indulged in dancing, competitions. and games. Mrs.-Thompson and i the Messrs. A. and - M. Thompson, with Mr. Ilurmell, gave banjo items, and Mr. J. W. Johnston contributed a solo. The committee responsible for the pleasant evening were Mrs. Blaekett, the Misses Moginie, Welsby, Campbell, and Tinney, and the Messrs. McGill. Matthews, Mills, Watson, and Searle. Mr. McGill again proved a capable. M.C., and Mr., Matthews an energetic secretary. Amongst those present were Mr. Malcolm Ross (the president) and Mrs. Ross.

ADELPHI CABARET. On Saturday night, at the Adelphi Cabaret, there was not a vacant table in either of the ballrooms. Several large parties had booked, and helped to' make the evening one of Ihe best and brightest yet experienced. Commencing to-night the cabaret will be open for dancers' every Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday nights throughout the winter. All the remaining evenings will be available for booking for private functions. Already .ithpre are heavy bookings for the next few weeks, and those desirous of acquiring any of the beautifully-ap-pointed rooms at the Adelphi should make application ns soon as possible.

A Chinese woman, known ns the “little daughter of the Revolution,” but whose name is really Soume Tcheng, recently completed one of the most important diplomatic tasks ever entrusted to anyone In a national Government. She was sent to Europe-as the chief of an important political and economic mission, and served virtually' as an ambassador to the Occident from the Orient. She was Chinn’s first woman Judge, first woman lawyer, a representative of her country to the Peace Conference, president of the Court of Justice of Shanghai, and rector of. the Law University of Shanghai, and sh<> is still in her early thirties, When she was only 16 she enrolled among the revolutionaries, seeking to overthrow the Manchti dynasty, and has been an ardent Nationalist ever since. She has been the leader of the entire feminine movement in the new Republic, and this is, perhaps, her greatest work.

The best value on the market is C.O. Boot Polish. In White. Tans and Black. Procurable at all grocers. —Advt.

PROVINCIAL ITEMS. Miss Williams, of Wanganui, is spending a few days with Mr. and Mrs. South Williams, of Tiritea, Palmerston North. Mrs. Warden has returned to Palmerston North after a short visit to Wellington. Mrs. Fitzherbert, of Auckland, has come to Wellington for a few days. Miss Constance Morice. of Wellington, has returned home after spending a holiday in Palmerston North with Mrs. A. Fitzherbert. Mrs. Potter has returned to Palmerston North after a visit to Wellington. Miss Halley is an Auckland visitor to Palmerston North, where she will spend a few days. ! Mr. and Mrs. J. Linklater, of Palmerston North, are visitors to. the National Park. . . Dr. Elizabeth Gunn, of Wanganui, has been visiting Palmerston North. Mrs.'Hunter Will, of Palmerston North, has returned from a visit to Turakma. Mr. and Mrs. Bruce McLeod, Colyton, Feilding, are visiting Waikaremoana and Mor?re. Miss Betty Lambert, of Wellington, is visiting Palmerston North. Mr. and Mrs. Selwyn D’Arcy, Wanganui, are on holiday at Kawau. Mrs., C. Honeyfield, Patea, is visiting New Plymouth. Mr. and Mrs. A. Murie returned to Wellington on Saturday from Wanganui. Mrs. Lopdell and family will leave Wanganui to-day and take up residence in ■Wellington. Mr. and Mrs. Duncan McLean, Marton are visiting Hawke’s Bay. Mrs. J. Ford, Aramoho, Wanganui, is paying a visit to her daughter, Mrs. Millard, Baetihi. Mrs. R. Boyd has returned to Wanganui from a visit to Hawke’s Bay. Mrs. Blechyndew, Blenheim, is the guest of her sister, Mrs. Beaglehole, St. John’s Hill, Wanganui. Sister Bakewell, for many years on the staff of the Wanganui Public Hospital, will leave shortly for a long visit to Cape Town and Durban. Sister Bakewell will be greatly missed by staff and patients. Miss Hilda Denbee, who has been spending some weeks’ holiday with friends in Christchurch, has returned to her home at Parkvale, Carterton. Mrs. P. Gow, of Waipukurau, has returned home after a motor trip to the King Country. Mr. and Mrs. W. Gerrie, Dunedin, and _ Mr. and Mrs. Vernon Clemens, Christchurch, are the guests of Mrs. Frank Brookie, Parewanui. Miss Melba Brookie has returned from a visit to Rotorua and Hamilton. The Aramoho (Wanganui) Troop of Girl Guides held an Enjoyable birthday dance on Friday night, when the. Boating Shed Hall at Aramoho was filled with the Guides and their friends in every variety of fancy dress. Miss Brown-, ing, the company captain, cut a beauti-’ fully iced birth day cake. The judging of the frocks was a difficult' task ably carried out by Mesdames A. H. E. Wall, I. Newton and Miss Hetrick. The* prizes were presented during the evening by the Division Commissioner, Mrs. A. H. E. Wall. MADAME MENERE’S FURS. According to reports received Madame Menere is having a wonderful tour in the South Island with her new season’s furs, many of which are extremely tempting. Madame Menere’s North Island tour will commence very shortly, and people wishing to secure up-to-the-minute styles are advised to awgit Madame’s arrival, as she is carrying, larger stocks than ever this year.—Advt.

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Dominion, Volume 22, Issue 176, 22 April 1929, Page 4

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Woman’s World Dominion, Volume 22, Issue 176, 22 April 1929, Page 4

Woman’s World Dominion, Volume 22, Issue 176, 22 April 1929, Page 4

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