WOMAN’S WORLD

Dominion, Volume 23, Issue 139, 8 March 1930, Page 21

WOMAN’S WORLD

MATTERS OF INTEREST FROM FAR AND. NEAR

PtkSONAL ITEMS - Lffly Mydra 14ft last night .for a short Visit td Dunedin. Mitfis Kdlju, of Wellington, are visit, ifii the South Island. Mr. ahi Mrs. Deacon, of Wellington, in at pteSint in Christchurch. Mrs. W. E. Reid and Mrs. J. Tester, si Wellington, are visiting Auckland. Mr. and Mrs. A. C. Thomas, of Wellington, are visitors to Christchurch. Air. and Mrs. H. S. Baldwin, of Wellington, ire touring the South Island. MH. W. E. Redstone, of Wellington, it visiting Auckland. - ■ MlSs A. J. Gregory, of Wellington, is "The Hermitage,” Mt. Cook. Mr. and Mrs. -F. W. Carey, of WeiBijiton, are staying in Christchurch. Mrs. and Miss Ella Fair, Mount Street, have returned to Wellington after spendi ing a,-holiday tot six weeks at Rotorua. Mr*. Elliot Myers, of Wellington, who : j his been visiting Christchurch, has left ■ i roe the Wist Coast. Mr. and Mrs. Sinclair, of Wellington, are spending .a holiday at New Brighton, Christchurch. Sir. and Mrs. S. J. Gordon, of Christehvreh, passed through Wellington to 1 Auckland on Thursday. They will spend some months in.the’northern city. Wellington visitors to the pharinaceuiieal conference at “The Hermitage, Mt. Cook, include Mr. and Mrs. Rickard, Mr and Mrs. Symes, Mr, and Mrs. C. J. . Arthur, Mr| and Mrs. Castle, and Mr. and Mrs. Gregory, and Mr. L. H. 1 ari; fluharson. Misi E. Orchard has been appointed seeretiry of the Canterbury Women’s Clijb. Miss Orchard is weil-knowh in musical circles, and is a foundation member of the club. Mrs. Owen, who has been secretary for some time, will leave shortly on a visit to America. Miss Bertha Harris, of Christchurch, iassed through Wellington yesterday fbr Sydney, where she will join the Orford fdr.Englhhd. Before leaving Christchurch A* HAs the guest of honour at a dinner party given by Mr. and Mrs. Ernest Boulton. . . Many people who are Seeking artistic ideas for the decoration of their homes, who need the advice of experts regirding th 6 choice and combination of materials and colours, would find themselves well repaid by a visit to the Studio,” 113 Molesworth Street. Here they will find a unique collection of beautiful furniture, specially selected from the most famous Continental - and European makers. Her 4 may be found wonderful copies Of rate furniture, the originals of Irhieh are priceless European treasures, They include delightful suites. #s well as single examples'Of furniture *i for various types Of rooms. There Is also an interesting display df beautiful fabrics for hangings, including new' chintzes, tapestries, vel6urs, etc., whilst furnishing detail is evident In the display of choice pieces Of rfehiy designed Pottery and Brass-' ★arfl.— Advt.

WOMEN’S ACTIVITIES ifhe Red Cross Committee (Peace Time) acknowledges clothing sent in during February from the following: L-M-, Mrs. Bary (Hataltai), Mrs. Blakey, Anonymous, Murchison Relief Committee, Anonymous, Mrs. Wilson (Island Bay). St. George’s Ladies’ Guild, Seatoun, held an enjoyable party in Captain Chudleigh’s garden On Saturday last in aid of church funds. The stall-holders were as follow -Needlework and fancy: Mesdames Brodie, Hook, Whitaker and Miss Owen. Produce: Mesdames Fordham, Birch, and Lewis. OakeS:. Mesdames Zohrab, McGill and Nicholls. Sweets: Misses Heath, Pinhey, and choir. Dips: Mrs. Tanner, Miss McKay. Ice-cream: Mrs. McCaul. Afternoon tea: Mesdames Thorn, Turner, Parkinson and helpers. Side-shows: Mt. Keith and helpers. Much amusement was caused by a mock court and a Punch and Judy show arranged by Mr. Wright and helpers. The weather was perfect, and the Ladies’ Guild wishes to thank all those who helped to secure a very gratifying result.

Last Saturday the Women’s Auxiliary of to Sudan United Mission held a most successful garden party in the beautiful grounds of Mr. and Mrs. Mitchell’s “Casa Loma,” Lower Hutt. The weather was perfect, and many diversions contributed to make the afternoon most enjoyable. Miss Mary McLean, C.8.E., graciously presided in the unavoidable absence of Lady Buckleton. Mrs. Rimmer, from the Sudan, gave a description of her work, and Mrs. Campbell delighted the gathering with songs. A pleasing feature of the afternoon was the enthusiasm of the Young Crusaders in conducting sideshows and selling sweets. The funds will benefit to the extent of nearly £4O from the garden party. The, Seatoun branch of the League of Mothers will hold its first meeting for 1930 next Wednesday at the Masonic Hall, Seatoun, at 2.30 p.m. , Mrs. John Hannah, who has . just returned from Europe, where she visited the headquarters of the League of Nations at Geneva, will speak on “The World Peace Movement.” An afternoon of unique interest may be anticipated. The branch hopes that all league members and many prospective new members will be present.

All the new dresses are vOry determined on one point—-that the body line is firmly and clearly Outlined —closefitting garments have come into their own, and they are charmingly becoming when correctly cut and worn. Agnes Samson, Customhouse Quay, features afternoon dresses tor smart occasions. Black Moire is chic treated with pleats to the skirt, a curved stitched waist and hip line piped with yellow and also yellow at the neck. Dull back Satin with a reverse crepe side used for.incrustations makes a dress which has clever lines, and flat bows of the fabric to finish its general charm. For bridge or semi-evening wear, a dress and coat ensemble has the skirt of pleated flat crepe, which also makes the fiiigerlength coat. The body bf the dress is of gold and vari-coloured Lame, which has an effective line Of gritn leaves at the waist. Another back satin dress has the new version of the princess silhouette with little tabs and panels back and front of the bodice, apd gathering in unexpected places.—Advt.

VISITORS TO THE CAPITAL Mrs. Wicksteed, of Auckland, is a visitor to Wellington. Sir Louis and Lady Barnett, of Dunedin, arrived in Wellington on Thursday. Mrs. J. G. Coates arrived from Auckland on Thursday, and left for the South Island with the Right Hon. J. G. Coates. Mjrs. R, Anthony Carr will arrive from Auckland on Monday, and will leave by the Tamaroa for England. Mrs. C. Stringer, who has been visiting Wellington, will return to Christchurch to-day. D.r. and Mrs. A. B. Pearson, of Papanui, Christchurch, will leave on Tuesday for Wellington, en route for England, where they will spend a holiday. Mrs. W_. Kerr, of Christchurch, accompanied by her sister, Mfs. McGuinness, of Sydney, left for Nelson yesterday, en route to Wellington. ARTS AND LITERATURE On Tuesday last the dancing section of the New Zealand Amateur Arts and Literature Association held its annual meeting. Miss Vyner was re-elected secretary, and Miss M. McLay and Mr. L. Singleton-Smith were elected councillors. . , r . In presenting the annual report and balance sheet, the secretary referred to the steady growth of the section—in interest, in membership and in costumes and “props.” It had done a great deal of good in bringing pupils of different dancing teachers together in creative work, and results fully justified a continuance of similar activities for 1930. Two of the male members are at present composing the chorography and music of a ballet that promises to attract attention. This, together with other ballets produced by members, will be staged for members in the winter.

To-day will be the second “old girls’ day” of the Wellington East Girls College Old Girls’ Association. Activities will commence at 3 p.m. with tennis and basketball matches against the present pupils. Tea will be served at 5.30 p.m„ after which a short concert will precede the fourth annua) meeting of the association. Badges will he available for sale at the college. Old girls are invited to make use of the tennis courts, which will be available after the matches.

Featherweight tweeds, which can be Worn at all hours of the day, will make the most popular garments for bur coming season. Cumberland and South of England tweed, together with the new jersey tweed, will be well in the first line-up of fashion. Castel Jaloux, Ltd., Woodward Street, hive a three-piece suit in red and black cheek Cumberland tweed, which has a red jersey jumper. Red buttons are a decorative note. A red and blue jersey tweed two-piece suit has a dress and Anger length cardigan coat.. An attractive mushroom and brown jersey twbed cardigan boat and skirt is particularly smart. This firm wish to announce that they will have a special show on Monday of new goods, which have just arrived by post. Included are evening dresses, velvet suits, jumper woolly suits and tweeds, tweed coats, tweed frocks, and suits and cardigans and sweaters. —Advt.

WEDDINGS The marriage was celebrated at the Church of the Holy Name, Nairnville, Ngaio, on Tuesday last, of Moya Gertrude, youngest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. E. Knight, Ngaio, to James Campbel] ihomson, youngest son of the late Mr. and Mrs. J. Thomson, of Wellington. The bride, who was given away by her miner, wore a frock of ivory French marnette, trimmed with silver lace. The veil was of Brussels lace and was worn with a coronet of orange blossoni. bridesmaid was Miss Nell McKenna, who wore a frock of pale lavender georgette relieved with touches of pale pink. She worf also hat and gloves to match. Miss Ngaire Knight was flower girl and wore a frock of pale pink crepe-de-chine. Mr. A. ij. Robbie was best man. The bridegroom s gift to the bride was a fox fur. After the ceremony a reception was tendered to about 50 guests at the home of the bride’s parents, Abbot Road, Ngaio. A marquee had been erected on the lawn, the tables being suitably decorated. After the usual toasts were honoured the bride and bridegroom left for a tour througn Taranaki. ♦ ♦ ♦ At Taranaki Street Methodist Church on February 13, the wedding solemnised of Gladys May, only daughter of Mr. and Mrs. W. J. Reynolds, Palmerston North, to Albin Edward, younger son of Mr. and Mrs. A. Jacobson, Wellington. The Rev. T. R. Richards; officiated, and Mr. R. Haymes was at the organ. The bride, who entered the church on the anq of her father, was attired in a frock of ivory white, the bodice being of chenille georgette with long tight-fitting sleeves, and the skirt of flared frilled georgette, With uneven 'hemline. An embroidered veil and orange blossoms were worn. Aliss Myrtle Jacobson, cousin of the bridegroom, attended the bride. She was in pale blush pink georgette, made with fitted bodice "and many frilled skirt. A crinoline hat, and shoes and stockings ot the same shade were worn, and her bouquet was of deep pink roses and autumn tinted pansies and foliage, iho duties of best man were carried out by Mr. B. A. Reynolds, brother of the bride. Two small nieces of the bridegroom, Patricia Ralph and Joyce Kuchen, were also in attendance, and wore frocks of pale pink frilled net over crepe de chine, with large hats to match, and each carried a posy of roses and pansies to tone. After the ceremony about fifty guests were present at a reception held at the Wesley Institute building. The brides mother, who received the guests, was wearing navy crepe de chine, trimmed with fawn, and a navy hat. She carried a posy of deep cream roses and autumn tinted pansies. The mother of the bridegroom wore a black costume and black hat with touch of cornflour blue, and carried a posy of roses and cornflowers. Later, Mr. and Mrs. Jacobson left for Nelson, whence they motored down the West Coast to Franz Josef Glacier and Christchurch. The bride’s travelling frock was of Princess Mary blue, with silk de joi, with which was worn a fawn satin coat and bankok, straw hat, shoes and stockings to match.

WEDDINGS RUTHERFORD—TYLEE. A wedding of considerable interest was solemnised at Knox Church, Alastertou, on Tuesday evening when Marion, eldest daughter of Mr. and Alts. D. H. Rutherford, of Pownall Street, Alastertou, was married to Charles Basil, second sou of Mrs. VV. E. C. Tylee, of Alakuri, and the late Air. Tylee. The ceremony was performed by the Rev. John Davie, Miss It. liosewarne presiding at the organ. The bride, who was given away by her father, wore a gown of white marietta lace studded with diamante over a shell pink slip. The three-flounced skirt had alternating lace and mariette with a large bow of soft pink silk at the side, The uneven hemline almost reached the ground at the back. A beautifully embroidered veil and a bouquet of white carnations and pink roses completed the toilette. The bridesmaids were Aliss Madge Carrick (chief), blisses Erena Tylee, Kathleen Oliver (Hamilton), Elva Cool, Betty GiU and Vida Rutherford. Their frocks were of sweet pea shades of mariette, two wearing pale pink, two lavender and two lettuce green, made with, three-flounced skirts long at the back. They wore crepe de chine shoes and hats of soft felt trimmed with diamante to tone with their frocks. The best man was Mr. J. Shackleton (Pahiatua) and the groomsmen were Messrs. Alec Rutherford, Trevor Rutherford, Jack Lawrence, Alaurice Perry and Bob Berry.

After the ceremony a reception was held at the Ranfurly Club, Mrs. Rutherford receiving her guests in a frock of wine coloured georgette and lace with hat and shoes to tone. !■) bouquet was of autumn tints. Mrs. Tylee, mother of the bridegroom, wore a frock of black georgette with teel trimmings and . a black hat. The reception room was decorated with blue hydrangeas, the wedding group standing under a large wedding bell. The bride’s travelling dress was a fawn ensemble suit with floral satin blouse, hat to tone and snake-skin Later a dance was held at the Arcade Hall Amongst those present were Mrs. John Rutherford (Stratford), grandmother of the bride, Airs. Oliver (Hamilton), Mrs. Babbage (Auckland), Misfe Joan Rutherford, Air. G. Rutherford, Mr. E. Rutherford (Stratford), Air. A. Rutherford, Mrs. Avery (Hastings), Airs. McKay (Napier), Mrs. F. Rutherford, Miss M. McKay and Air. I. McKay (Napier), Air. and Airs. J. Tylee, Miss Alarion Tylee*Mr. and Mrs. H. Perry, Mr. and Mrs. E. Maunsell, Air. and Airs.. F. Tatham. Mr. and Airs. S. R. Gawith, Air. and Airs. Graham, Air. and AlrS. Robinson. Air. and Airs. William Perry, Mr. and Airs. T. Beetham. Dr. and Airs. Archer Hosking, Rev. J. and Airs. Davie, Air. and Mrs. Gill, Air. and Airs. N. Beetham, Mr. and Airs. T. ATcDonald, Mrs. C Perry, Airs. E. Riddiford, Air. and •Airs. J. Dalziell, Air. and Mrs. Carrick, Aliss Elsa AlcDonald, Aliss R. Shackleton, Mrs. E. Barton, Mr. and Airs. Bamford, Airs. Robieson. Airs. Wardell, Alt. and Mrs. J. Perry (Masterton). Mr. and Airs. B. P. Perry, Airs. Ronaldson. Aliss M. Perry, Air. and Airs. W. P. James, Mr. and Mrs. O. Smith. Mr. and Mrs. E. Dalziell. Air. and Airs. J. Vallance, Air. and Mrs. W. Free, Air. and Mrs. S. Wilson. Air. and Airs. A. Caselberg, Airs C. F. Gawith, Airs. J. Caselberg, Air. ’ Letheridge, Miss M. A. Sanderson, Mr. and Mrs. Irwin, Mr. and Mrs. D.

Buchanan. Air. and Mrs. E. Hodder, Mr. and Mrs. C. A. Cameron, Airs. Kennedy, Mr. and Airs. BerUey, Mrs. and Miss Cameron, Airs. Clachan_(Hamilton), Mr. and Mrs. S. Smith, Misses E. and M. Robieson, Maunsell, Al. Lewis, K. Dyer. Al. Holmwood, E. Donald, R. Alatthews. M. Cameron, N. Bunny, L. Payton. Graham and Sellar, Air. and Mrs. Clarke, Air. and Mrs. Pavitt, Mr. and Mrs. Baird, Mr. B. Tolhurst Mr. and Airs. Bird. Airs. P. Gordon, Mrs. William Kebbell, Airs. Sheet, Mr. Lawson, Airs. Bolton (Pahiatua),, Mr. -Mrs. and Alisses James. Air. and Mrs. R. E. Maunsell, Mr. and Mrs. J. Rawson, Mr. and Airs. Hornabrook, Air. J. and Miss Buchanan, Mr and Airs. Coorn, Mrs. H. Beetham. Air. and Mrs. Rishworth, AlisS Maunsell. Mrs. Ramsden, Mrs. Ahrens, Airs. Crawford (Pahiatua), Air. and Airs. E. W. Payton, and Air. and Airs. J. A. Betts. Recent Visitors to “The Hermitage. Alount Cook, include Air. and Mrs. J. Al Hussey, of Wanganui, and Mr. and Mrs; Judd, of Wairarapa. Beatrice M. Smith, Fur Specialist, corner Of Bond and Alanners Streets, employs expert fur workers. You choose your skins and she makes your garment. Also, re-modelling is a speciality. Don’t discard a fur coat before submitting it for renovations and price. All estimates are free and courtesy and attention is yours for the asking. Fur will be worn more than ever before and it will be a fur Season. Beatrice Al. Smith is on the first floor Of Schneideman’s Buildings, corner of Bond and Alanners Streets. —Advt.

WEDDING. A quiet wedding was celebrated on February 27 at St. Alary’s Church, Boulcott Street, when Kathleen Alargherita, daughter of the late Air. and Mrs. William Campbell, of Island Bay, was married to Claude Thomas, youngest son of Mrs. and the late Mr. T. Arthur, of Kilbirnie. The Rev. Father Kimbell (Temuka), an old friend of both families, performed the ceremony. The bride, who was given away by her brother, Air. Eric Campbell, wore a model frock of powder blue georgette and moire. Her blue tulle veil was embroidered with silver and worn over a coronet of orange blossom. Blue shoes completed her toilette and she carried a bouquet of pink roses with silver streamers. . She was attended by her sister, Aliss Constance Campbell, as bridesmaid. Aliss Constance Campbell wore a frock of peach mariette with felt hat to match and carried a bouquet of pink and white carnations with gold streamers. The bridegroom was attended by Air. H. Adams as best man. A reception was afterwards held at the Ritz, only relatives being present. Airs. Hughes (sister of the bride) and the bridegroom’s mother received the guests. Amongst the visitors to Wellington for the wedding were Mrs. C. Clark ana Mr. F. Clark (Tauranga). Mrs. N. Dempster (Te Aroha), Mr.‘and Mrs. Frank Kelly (Waifarapa), Mr. and Mrs. Sims Air. and Mrs. G. F. O’Rourke (Pahiatua), Airs. W. Hunger (Te Aroha), Airs. Scott, Airs. J. Kelly (Pahiatua).

RED CROSS SOCIETY PEACETIME DIVISION. The monthly meeting of the Peacetime Division if the Red Cross Society was held yesterday in the Red Cross rooms, Air. C. H. Chapman, ALP., presiding. Those present were Alesdames Angus, Cameron, Grant, Wilson, Downes, Alillar, Moore, Clark, Alisses Bown and Lissington, and the Rev. Richards. A large number of cases of blind people were dealt with by the committee acting on behalf Of the Jubilee Institute. A letter was received from the Jubilee Institute heartily approving of the suggestion to start classes in Braille and promising assistance with equipment as soon as the classes were ready. Airs. Henry Hadfield had offered to teach the classes. Airs. Clark, who was a delegate last year to the Junior Red Cross meeting in Brussels, gave a brief account ’of the conference. The gathering occupied six days and proceedings were in French and the speeches were interpreted into English and other languages, which protracted the business. It was interesting to hear what was being done in other places, she said, and some fine woik was being done, but in actually assisting people the work in Wellington, in her opinion, could not be excelled in any other place. A report of the work had reached her from Aliss Lissington, and had been read at the conference, and the other delegates had been loud in their praise of what the Wellington juniors were doing. The report of the garden fete held at the hospital was given. It resulted in £llB/11/10 being raised, and the Bed rrnss have £B/12/5 in hand, so. that altogether there is £l2B/9/-collected tor installing wireless at the Ewart M ard. It was decided to forward this to the Hospital Board so that the work could proceed, and also to make ““ effolt onlleot the balance of £il/11/- neces s7ry to complete the work Donations towards this will be received at the Red Cl Mr. < Chapman referred to the work done in connection with the wireless fund by the secretary, Air. Galloway, who had continued his task even after he had had to enter the hospital as a hunself. Mr. Galloway referred to the vMk done by the ladies, and thanked all who had assisted while he had been laid aS A e hearty vote of thanks to the secretary and congratulations on his recovery reported on behalf of the Ladies’ Committee that work had been resumed after the summer recess and cases had been assisted. Three hundred and twenty garments had been distributed, as well as 9 pairs of shoes and 30 yards of material. The Cafeteria Committee reported that, they had resumed operations and last week had been the best since the cafeteria opened. The Junior Red Cross report stated that 9 circles had started in the schools. The circles continue to help in tewing and collecting clothing, etc., for Afother Hubbard’s Cupboard. The reports of Sister Lewis and Sister Lees stated that activities had been resumed, and that-first-aid and home nursing classes had started. Arrangements were being made to take the winning home nursing team to Taranaki for the final competition for the Hon. Dr. W. E. Collins’ Oup.

GIRLS’'COLLEGE SPORT’S There was a large gathering of parinit and friends at: Kelburn Park yesterday afternoon for the annual sports of AV ellington Girls’ College, the beautiful sunshine making tlie outing specially pleasant. Aliss Greig, principal of the College, received the guests and members er the staff, and assisted in their entertainment. A committee under Miss Kershaw provided afternoon tea. and the Old Girls’ Association, under Afrfc. Dawson and Aliss Ballinger, had an ice cream stall. There were several special events, the most popular being the fancy dress teain race, each form having to dress in its own colours and make their owu dresses as cheaply as possible. There were rompers in red and blue "brassb,” in white and blue; Ireland, represented by white and green; “Pierrettes” in blue and fawn; “Eggs” in yellow and white; “Oxford and Cambridge,” in the two blues; “Old Dutch,” represented in yellow and blue; Tomatoes and Lettuce in red and green; “V Specs,” illustrating their class name in yellow; “Railway Crossing,” in black and red ; “2YA,” in purple and red; “Red Cross Knight,” in grey and red; “Pixie Uno,” in yellow and green; a Japanese group in fuchsia colourings, and a very good group representing “Green and Yellow Cigarettes.” The “Railway Crossings” (Form si.)' were judged most original and “Pierrettes” (Form 3C2), and "Tomatoes and Lettuce” (Form 4 Modern) tied for tlie award for the prettiest dresses. A pet’s race caused much amusement also among the onlookers. Among those present were: Air. and Mrs. E. W. Kane, Mr. R. A. Wright, Air. W. A. Armour (principal of Wellington College) and Airs. Armour, CinoM and Airs. James, Aliss AL Dyer (JMtiqstion Department), and many parents and friends. Ladies visiting Wanganui era pend upon perfection in cot an< craftsmanship, expert and scrupuleiUß care in fitting, which ensures success ftr the suit tailored to order. Selection am< fittings same day. Splendid selection rf English tweeds, also black and navsea. Samples and quotations by post.—Cnqrers, The Avenue, Wanganui.—AdvK