Woman’s World

Dominion, Volume 23, Issue 32, 1 November 1929, Page 4

Woman’s World

Matters of Interest from Far and Near

PERSONAL ITEMS. Mrs. Tudor Boddam, late of Wellington, and now resident in London, is spending a few days in Auckland before returning to England. Miss Gwen Wratt will return to Wellington this morning, after a short visit to her parent at Fendalton, Christchurch. • Mrs. Schneider, Wadestown, is visiting Christchurch, and is the guest of Mrs. C. C. Davis, “Ferndale," Avonside. Mrs. R. Wood, of Wellington,'is spending a holiday in Auckland. Miss Ivy Nathan, Wellington, who was the guest of Mrs. H. J. Ballin, in Christchurch, has returned to the north. Mrs. N. Hicks, of Wellington, is staying in Auckland. Mrs. T. Campbell, of Wellington, is visiting Auckland and Hamilton. Mrs. L, H. Tangey, Wellington, is on a visit to Auckland. Mrs. D. Yates, Wellington, is visiting Auckland. Miss D. Mills, of Wellington, is visiting her aunt, Mrs. W. Coventry, of Patumahoe. Mrs. Patterson, Wellington, left on Wednesday for “The Chateau,” Tongariro. Miss Muriel Melody’s friends will be glad to know that her condition is improving after the motor accident at Auckland two weeks ago. The annual report of the Society for the Protection of Women and Children paid a tribute to the work of Mrs. K. E. Evans, as one of the founders of the society, and for the first five years its president. At the meeting she was appointed a vice-patroness. Mr. F; N. R. Meadows has gone to Sydney to join Mrs. Meadows and Miss Imelda Meadows, who have been spending the winter there. They- will return by the Ulimaroa on November 12, after a most interesting holiday in Melbourne and Sydney extending over eight months. Recent guests at the White Star Hotel, Queenstown, included: Miss M. Giles, Feilding; Mr. Middleton, Miss M. Gillespie, Mr. D. Little, Wellington. . “In the death of the Rev. Dr. Kennedy Elliott the Society for the Protection of Women and Children has lost a warm friend and sympathiser. Until 1928 the doctor had not failed to attend the annual meeting of the society and had always spoken words of encouragement and appreciation of the work. His kindly presence will be much missed," says the annual report of the society. The following resignations from the nursing staff were accepted with regret by the Wellington Hospital Board yesterday: Nurses J. I. Caldwell, M. M. Powell, G. A. Dryden and A. H. Wilson, all having completed their four years. * • » VISITORS TO THE CAPITAL. Mrs. Wilson, of Tauranga, is visiting her parents, Dr. and Mrs. Fell ,at Mahina Bay. Miss Ruth Wynn-Williams (Cashmere Hills),' who has been spending a few weeks with Miss Jean Webster (Heretaunga), has returned to Christchurch. Mrs. George Webster, Timaru, is a Visitor to Wellington. Mr. and Mrs. Brian Todd have returned to Christchurch from a ‘ visit to' Wellington. ■ Mrs. A. Greaves and. Miss Grace Greaves, of Auckland, are visiting Wellington. ». • * MARRIED WOMEN’S NATIONALITX. The nationality of married women is a subject in which the society has been for some time deeply interested, deputtions and resolutions having - emanated from it on more than one occasion,” says the annual report of the Society for the Protection of' Women and Children. “Twice New Zealand women have been disappointed that nothing has been done at the Imperial Conferences to relieve the situation of women who have married alidns and have lost their British nationality without being able to assume that of their husbands. The society has. a number of cases of great hardship on its register, showing the need of amended legislation, and is aware of a great many more in Australia and the countries of the Old. World where such marriages are more frequent. The society joins heartily with other women’s societies in their request to the Prime Minister that whoever represents New Zealand- at the next Imperial Conference will give effect to the wishes of the women of the Dominion; that the outstanding disability of the deprivation of nationality to British women on marrage with an alien shall be removed, and the nationality' of women be placed on. the same basis as that of man. The request is also made that if there is not a complete unanimity between the United Kingdom and the Dominions on this point, that the wishes and opinion of'the majority be taken in settlement of the matter.” HALLOWE’EN PARTY. All Hallows Eve was celebrated with a merry party at the Y.W.C.A. Hostel last evening. Witches, black cats, and ghostly signs adorned the walls of the reception rooms, and giant pumpkin faces looked out at intervals. Many Hallowe’en games were played, ducking apples causing enough laughter to scare away a host of ghosts. In the turret, which was reached by travelling heels first up a narrow winding stairway, two fortune-tellers rolled a crystal ball and tried to look impressive. Winners of candle-blowing‘and superstition competitions were rewarded with dream-pellets (swallowed- before bedtime they bring dreams of a lover), and supper consisted ■partly of oat cakes and potatoes mashed to hide hidden charms. There was a large attendance of club girls and visitors, among them Miss 0. Macdonald, general secretary, Miss. E. Scott, assistant general secretary, and organiser of the. party, Miss M. Reeves, of the Overseas Committee, and Miss S. Ward, of the membership committee. Dusolina Giannini does not speak with any degree of enthusiasm of any of the recent additions to the list of grand operas, the one exception being the operas—two, at any rate —of Pizzetti, whom she acclaims as the most brilliant of latter-day Italian operatic composers. “One American, Deems Taylor, has written an opera in ‘The King’s Henchman,’ which has enjoyed a certain vogue,” she says, “but the music does not compare with the least of the great masters. For that reason managements are exploiting many of the old works by Verdi, Rossini, and Bellini, all of which have the merit of melodious scores.” ELECTROLYSIS. The treatment that for ever removes one of woman's greatest enemies—unwanted hair—is a feature of Rolleston Beauty Service.' It is painless, permanent, effective. As an aid to a beautiful appearance, Electrolysis has proved itself a great blessing to many. Why not make an appointment?' 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WEDDING. At St. James’s Presbyterian Church, Wanganui East, a full choral service was held on Tuesday evening when the wedding took place of Ida Eadie, youngest daughter of Mrs. I. Coates, Wanganui East, and the late Mr. G. Coates, to Roland G., second son of Mr. and Mrs. Donald Smith, of Stratford. The bride, who entered the church with her brother wore a gown of ivory satin and figured tulle made with long sleeves and skirt. She wore the customary veil and orange blossoms and carried a bouquet, of lily of the valley. Her sister, Mrs. C. McGrail, of Taumarunui, was matron of honour, wearing a frock of primrose georgette and taffeta, with hat to match, and carrying a bouquet of Iceland poppies. Misses J. Cundy and Alma Syman were bridesmaids in green mariette with hats to tone and carrying bouquets of pink roses and lavender respectively. The bridegroom’s presents to the bridesmaids were pearls and signet rings, and all the bouquets were made and given by Mrs. J. J. Scott. In attendance on the bridegroom were Messrs. lan Mclntosh,James Eadie (Hutt), cousin of the bride, and Ivan Smith (Stratford), brother of the bridegroom. The Rev. King_was the officiating clergyman and Mr. Humphrey was at the organ. After the cere; mony a reception was held at All Saints Hall, where over 100 guests assembled. Mrs. Eadie received her guests wearing a becoming frock of black georgette with hat to match and carrying a bouquet of pink azalea. Mrs. Smith (mother of the bridegroom) wore navy crepe de chine and hat to match and carried a bouquet of scarlet roses. Mr. and Mrs. Smith left for Auckland and Rotorua. WOMEN’S ACTIVITIES. The members of the Wellington South branch of the Women’s National Reserve spent a most enjoyable afternoon. on Wednesday, when Mrs. Chote entertained them at her residence in Wallace Street. The president, Miss Jessie Wilson, was presented with a bouquet, and a high tribute was paid by speakers for her work in connection with the branch. Only through her instrumentality had it been found possible to start a branch in the district. A message from the Mayoress (Mrs. G. A. Troup) conveying hearty congratulations and best wishes for continued success in the work was received. A very amusing and entertaining competition took place,' and a most enjoyable musical programme was given, Miss Myrtle Chote charming all with several songs, and Misses Isa Anderson and Nellie Davies with instrumental music. Plans were discussed for the work for next year, and many valuable suggestions were given,, which will, crystallise later when final arrangements will be made. A dainty tea was served by Mrs. Chote and her daughters, to whom a vote of thanks was -accorded for the happy afternoon given. * , » A very interesting afternoon was given by the members of the handwork circle of the University Women’s Club to Mrs. Blythe, who has just returned from an extended tour abroad. While on her travels' Mrs. Blythe made inquiries into . all that is new and novel in the arts, and some very fine exhibits were displayed. Specially attractive was her account of her visit to the enormous Dennison Buildings •in New York. Afternoon tea brought a very interesting, afternoon to a close. The annual report of the Society for the Protection of Women and Children states that the committee hopes that New Zealand will follow in line with the British . Government and raise the . legal time for marriage to' the age of sixteen for both sexes. ’lt is also again urged that the age of consent be raised to .18 years, and give much needed protection to girls at a most difficult period of their lives. PROVINCIAL ITEMS. Misses Mary and Jean Campbell, of Palmerston North, ,are visitors to Wanganui. Miss Marjorie Bennett, of Roy Street, Palmerston North, is at present in Wellington. Miss Reyma Langley, of Auckland, has been staying with her brother, Mr. A. A. Langley, of College Street, Palmerston North.

Mr. and Mrs. E; W. Collins, of Palmerston North, have returned from a holiday spent in AVellington. Mrs. G. G. Hancox, of Featherston Street, Palmerston North, has been visiting Wellington. . Mrs. A. A. Langley will return to Palmerston North to-day after spending some time in .Timaru for the benefit l of her small son’s health., r ■ Mrs. AV. A. Newman, of Dunedin, is visiting her mother; Mrs. G. AV. Wardrop, of Woodville. Mrs. F. J. Nathan and Miss Peggy Nathan, of Palmerston North, have returned from AVellington. The friends of Mrs. Read, of Turakina Road, Bulls, will be pleased to learn that she is well enough to go to her mother’s home at Feilding. Sister Charters, who has been nursing Mrs. Read at Mrs. Rolling’s residence, Palmerston North, has accompanied MrsReid to Feilding. A garden party, organised by St. Paul’s Ladies' Guild, Palmerston North, was held at the residence of Dr. and Mrs. E. C. Barnett, Fitzherbert Avenue, Palmerston North, on AVednesday. Church funds should benefit considerably, as those present spent liberally. Those in charge of the stalls were as follow: — Cakes, Mgsdames AV. B. Cameron, J. A. McLeavey, and Miss Harris; anjtfsements, Mesdames E. C. Barnett, A. Andrews, Rowling, H. Sinclair, Miss Jean Pacey, and Mr. Cameron; work stall, Mrs. J. Cunninghame; afternoon tea. Mesdames Smith, Rowntree, Ellery, and L. Laurenson; bran tub, Miss Stiles. Miss B. Bell, Hawera, is on a visit,to Wanganui. Mrs. Nash (Auckland), Mrs. Keegan (Inglewood), Mrs. Turnbull (Stratford), Mrs. Mapp (Stratford), and Mrs. Ivan Smith (Stratford) were visitors to Wanganui on Tuesday for the Coates-Smith wedding. ■ Mrs. S. Powdrell, St. John’s Hill, Wanganui, is visiting AVellington for a few days. St. Lawrence’s sale of work was opened at AVanganui on AVednesday by Mr. F. Spencer, of Gonville, who congratulated the ladies on the splendid results of their winter's work. The stalls, which were well laden and did excellent business, were in charge of the following: Plain sewing, Mesdames Senior and Haywood; fancy sewing. Mesdames J. E. AValker and C. R. White; kitchen, Mesdames AVagstaff and Sewell; sweets, Mesdames Coddington and Sewell; produce, Mesdames Blackwell and Peterson; competitions, Mesdames Ashcroft, Fiske and Corlett; raffia work, Mesdames Bull, and Davidson.

Visit, the Tearooms during your Friday shopping at Kirkcaldie’s, and take some Home-made cakes home to the family. They’ll enjoy them and appreciate your thoughtfulness. —Advt.

The generous support accorded by N.Z. housewives has enabled us to increase the size of our Is. cartons of NO RUBBING LAUNDRY HELP. The Manufacturers).—Advt.

The enormous output -of- Linoleum Polish Indicates the great popularity of C.O. AVaxshine throughout the Dominion.— Advt.

Bouquets of distinction for the bride and her maids, in exclusive colouring and style to suit frocks. Miss Murray, packets Is. each. All Stores; Adyt.

Mrs. Newsome. St. John’s Hill. Wanganui. entertained n number of the committee who worked for the hill baby candidate at the recent Plunket carnival on Wednesday afternoon. Mrs. W. N. Tucker, Wellington, is visiting her son, Mr. C. Tucker, Wanganui. , Mrs. E. I*. Symes. Waverley, is visiting Wanganui. Mrs. C. McGrnil. Taumarunui. is visiting her mother, Mrs. I. Eadie, Wanganui East. Mrs. IT. T>. Knight has returned to Wanganui from Ilawera. Mr. and Mrs. S. IT. Dobbin have returned to Wanganui from a holiday at Waikanae. Mr. and Mrs. C. E. Bone left 'Wanganui yesterday for Auckland on route for Sydney, where they will visit their son, Mr. Stanley Bone. Sincere regret will be felt by a very large’circle "of friends at the death on Wednesday night of Mrs. George Spriggens, wife of Mr. G. Spriggens, a wellknown citizen of Wanganui. The late Mrs. Spriggens had taken her share in the civic work of Wanganui, her husband having been Deputy-Mayor on many occasions. She came to New Zealand from Ireland as an infant with her parents, and lived at Sydenham, Christchurch, f0r.22 years, afterwards residing in Wanganui for 4G years. Mr. Spriggens and a family of five daughters and two sons arc left. MADAME MENEHE’S THANKS. On the eve of their departure, Madame and Mr. Mencre, the noted fur merchants, wish to thank ladies from one end of New Zealand to the other, for the remarkable busin. ; they have done in the Dominion this season, and they promise, all being well, to make a return visit next season, with a full range of the world’s best furs. In the meantime letters addre««e ’ to P.O. Box 794, Christchurch, will be forwarded I>u to tuem.—Adv!.

On Wednesday night the Realm, Hatnitai. was the scene of the Mascot Orchestra’s second annual at home, about 159 couples being present. A special feature was the supper, which was laid in the main hall. The toast of the Mascots was posed bv Mr. Becker, suitably responded to by Mr. F. Hilton, Supper was followed by.competitions.and games, which were thoroughly enjoyed by all. and dancing was continued until n late hour, when a very happy gathering dispersed with an enthusiastic singing of “Auld Lang Syne.” The suggestion of the matron at the Wellington Hospital to take from smaller hospitals nurses who have completed their training and place them on the staff as staff nurses has been agreed to by the board, the time being limited to six months, subject to renewal at the end of that period, it being distinctly understood that this arrangement shall in no way interfere with the promotion of the hospital staff. Four or five members of the St. John Ambulance and Red Cross Society are to be allowed to assist in the wards at the ’Wellington Hospital on Sunday afternoons, under supervision, this being done with a view to allowing the members of the societies to obtain practical experience.