Woman’s World

Dominion, Volume 23, Issue 154, 26 March 1930, Page 4

Woman’s World

Matters of Interest from Far and Near

PERSONAL ITEMS Their Excellencies Lord and Lady Bledisloe will be present at the picture and concert organised by Mrs. Bernard Wood at the Majestic Theatre oh Sunday evening. The evening will be in aid of the obstetrical chair fund. It is hoped that many people will attend, the function being open to all.

Mr, and Mrs. W. G. Young, of Wellington, are staying in Christchurch.

Miss Mary Truby-Kiug returned from Sydney by the Marama yesterday. Mrs. IV. A. Parton, of Wellington, is visiting Auckland. Miss AL Peablcs, of Wellington, is visiting Auckland. Mrs. W. Waddel, of Kelburn, is visiting Helensville. Mr. and Sirs. L. E. Meier, of Kilbiinie, have returned from a tour of the North Island.

Mr. and Mrs. W. D. Stewart, of Sydney, formerly of Wellington, are visiting Christchurch.

Mr. and Mrs. Geo. Wa.lace, of Wellington, are visiting Lake Takapuna, Auckland.

Lady Hosking' and her son, Mr. Christopher Hosking, returned yesterday from a tour in the hot lakes district and will leave shortly for the south. The following guests ■ registered at “The Chateau,” Tongariro, during the week ended Saturday, March 22:—Wellington : Mr. and Mrs. I. Wilson, Mr. and Mrs. E. Lewer, Mr. and Mrs. E. W. Lewis, Mrs. A. F. Tonks, Mrs. Frear, Miss Douglas, Mr. and Mrs. Dunbar, Mr., Mrs. and Miss Hayward, Dr. and Mrs. O’Neill. Wanganui: Miss Mason, Mr. Storey, Mr. and Mrs. R. E. Cuthbertson, Mr. T. J. Kerr, Mr. and Mrs. V. H. Richardson. Feilding: Mrs. A. C. Cornfoot, Misses Cornfoot (2), Mr. and Mrs. C. A. J, Levett. Fiimeroa: Mrs. J. Mackie. Bulls: Mrs. Watson. Taihape: Mr. and Miss Britton. Hawera : Mr. and Mrs. A. T. Wills, Miss Wills, Miss J. Christie. Pahiatua: Mr. and Mrs. A. Donald. Gisborne: Mrs. G. Monekton, Mrs. McLarnon. New Plymouth: Mr. and Mrs. Hamilton, Marton; Mrs. B. N. Lane, Palmerston North: Mr. and Mrs. R. J. Manson. ?

Miss Dora West, 0.8. E., left for New Zealand by the Port Hobart, says a London correspondent.' Miss West has takeh an interest in politics for a good many years, and she came into prominence when she contested the Rotherhithe constituency at the last election in the Liberal interests. Labour in that district is rather too powerful, however, for either of the other parties to hope for success. In 1919 she was secretary to the Right Honourable Mr. McCurdy, the Food Controller, and during the existence of the Coalition Government she became a strong supporter of Mr. Lloyd George. Being a farmer’s daughter, she naturally had a great interest in Mr. Lloyd George's land campaign, and took an active part in it. Miss West is visiting New Zealand for the sake of her health, and may remain fOr a year. She .will study the political situation here, but especially the Dominion’s attitude to the .new movement for Empire Free Trade. She expects to arrive in Auckland on April 1.

VISITORS TO THE CAPITAL Mrs. 0, Spencer has returned to Wellington' from Auckland. .Mfls.Leo Meyer, is a Wellington visi-. tor to /.Christchurch. •'4/Mrs. Arthur Macandrew’ has returned; '‘rotAuckJapL.from, a visit' J;o ’Wellington./ Lady Herdman and her daughter ar-' rived from Auckland on Monday and are at the Hotel Cecil with Sir Alexander.. .Herdman.

Miss M. Spence, who has been attending -the meeting of Federated Women’s Clubs, in Wellington, has returned to Christchurch.

Miss Hilda Williams, -who has been staying with Mrs. Algar Williams in Christchurch, arrived in Wellington yesterday and will leave by the Remuera for England.

- Mr. G. W. Barltrop will give a lecture on Scotland with lantern slides at St. Mark’s schoolroom to-night, when there will also be concert items. It is hoped friends of the school will attend. Mrs. J. J. Cridlun, of Gloucester, England, the wife of one of the visiting Empire farmers, has a great admiration for New Zealand women and especially their cooking. Speaking at Methven on Saturday she said New Zealand wompn were marvellous cooks. . “It must be,” she said, “because they come from Scotland. They are splendid entertainers, too. We don’t work half as hard at Home as your women do.

Women whose cultivated tastes and trained minds demand simply and decisively the best, recognise the outstanding merit of 1 a Rolleston Permanent Wave. Easter appointments are now being arranged.' Please 'phone or call. Mrs. Rolleston, Ltd., Hull-, Skin and Permanent Waving Specialists, .250 Lambton Quay’j 'phone 42—227; and 2 Courtenay Place..(Cofdihg’s Building), ’Phone ; 28—813, Wellington.—Advt. . “PUT A LITTLE SYDAL ON IT/’ . A curious thing about Sydal is that it contains neither" grease nor water. It was invented 40 years ago as a mild, harmless skin cleanser. If you keep your skin cleaii—areally clean — nature will do the rest. -Use a small quantity of Sydal on'your hands .every night Rub it well in.—Advt When you visit Kirkcaldie’s, look for the “Amber Lamp” Specials throughout the store. Each-an article of real merit, priced economically, aud fully illustrative of Kirkcaldie’s policy—- “ Quality with Economy.”—Advt. In addition to washing clothes, NO RUBBING LAUNDRY HELP is out on its own for scouring sink-tops, paintwork, etc. Large packets Is. each. Wm. Campbell Ltd.—Advt.

WEDDING, JUDD-SAUNDERS. At St. Matthew’s Church, Masterton, recently, Hester Irene, youngest daughter of the late Mr. and Mrs. W. J. Saunders, of Alfredton, was maned to Cyril Randal, only son of Mrs. and the late Mr. W. Judd. Manaia, Masterton. The ceremony was performed by the Rev, E McLevie, Mrs. Hunn presiding at the or'-an The bride, who was given away by” her uncle, Mr. H. A. Evans, was attited in a gown of ivory satin appliqued in pastel shades, the skirt being slightly flared with uneven hemline. An embroidered veil and satin shoes completed her toilette. She carried a bouquet of pink sweet peas and white roses. The bride was attended by two bridesmaids, Miss Joyce Vincent, of Masterton (chief), and Miss Marjorie Butt, of Lower Hutt, who were similarly attired in frocks of primrose mariette, satin and silver lace, blue satin shoes and soft blue felt hats, turned back off the face. Each carried a bouquet of pink and mauve flowers. Also in attendance were two little flower girls, Margaret Thomson and Margaret Burnes, wearing dainty blue mariette frilled frocks embroidered in lemon and amber, and carrying little baskets decorated with pink and cream rosebuds, silver leaves, and blue tulle bows. The bridegroom was attended by Mr. F. Brunton, of Rongomai, as best man, and Mr. W. J. Saunders of Martinborough, as groomsman. After the ceremony a reception was held at the Masonic Hall, where Mrs. H. A. Evans performed the duties as hostess. When the usual toasts had been honoured the bride and bridegroom left by car on a tour of the South Island, the bride wearing a blue mariette frock, with pleated frilled skirt and navy silk coat, with hat and shoes to tone. NAVY LEAGUE WREATH Autumn tinted karaka leaves form the foundation of the beautiful wreath which has been made for the Navy League and which will be placed at the foot of Nelson’s Column, Trafalgar Square, London, on Trafalgar Day. _ A red and gold colour scheme is carried out with soarlet rata flowers, interspersed with tawa berries, supplejack and karaka berries, all of which were, gathered in Wellington bush. The wreath will be frozen, distilled water being used for the iceblock in order to give a clearer view, and will be placed in the'cool chamber of the Co-operative Freezing Company’s works until it- is dispatched to London to be placed at the monument at Trafalgar Square in accordance with the Navy League’s usual custom. OVERSEAS NOTES In Australia recently three motor-cars came to a collision at a corner and two were badly damaged. A bystander, rushing over to give help, saw a woman calmly sitting among the debris of her wrecked car. A huge cut extended from her knee well towards the ankle, but the only remark she made was: “Oh, well, I’ve saved the battery, anyhow. I m sitting on it!” Although Chinese girls are now devotees of the shingle, with a growing cult for the permanent wave, which is putting a kink into hair that has. been straight - since. the’beginning of the-’old-est civilisation, they arc not absorbing, all the' Western fashion ideas, says an Eastern’ correspondent. '■ They do not use lipsticks or rouge, and their ‘sleeveless” frocks begin only at the elbow. Although a feW . Wear Open-necked frocks most of them wear high collars. But their skirts lire short. There arc Chinese women doctors, One, 'Dr;sMury-‘ Stone, began to practice 44 years ago; A Chinese girl, educated in France, was made a Judge of the High Court recently, so it will be seen that Chinese women are not slow to take advantage of opportunity. Dancing is one Western idea that is taboo in Canton. In Shanghai there are 44 dance halls, but the Chinese do not, like their women dancingqnd object- to, arm’s showing. The High Commissioner (Mr. T. M. Wilford) and Mrs.- Wilford entertained at the theatre, and at supper at the Savoy Hotel after .the performance, the representatives of the overseas Dominions at the London Naval Conference (says a London writer). Among those invited were the Hon. J. L. Ralston and Mrs. Ralston (Canada), the Hon. J. E. Fenton (Australia), Mr. and Mrs. C. E, te Water. (South Africa), Professor and Mrs. T. A. Smiddy (Irish Free State), Sir Atul and Lady Chatterjee (India), and Commander A. W. S. Agar, V.G. On another occasion the High Commissioner, Mrs Wilford and Miss Wilford were asked to Mrs. Philip Snowden’s “at home, and other invitations include luncheon with Mrs. Sydney Webb at the London School Of Economics; reception at Admiralty House; dinner at the Savoy, arranged by the British Association of Refrigeration, when (with General Ryrie and Senor Uviburn) Mr. Wilford was to reply to the toast. “The Pioneers of Meat Freezing and Export,” Mrs. Wilford was also invited to go to Windsor with the wives of -the delegates to the Naval Conference.

Miss Muriel Wilton, premiere dans'euse, is to appear at afternoon and evening sessions at the Adelphi Cabaret, commencing this afternoon, in the latest American syncopated tap dancing, and with Mr. Eddie Carr (NOw York) in a specialty Spanish tango duo. Miss. Wilton has recently returned from .Sydney, and has already performed with success on several occasions elsewhere in Wellington.

Bouquets of distinction for the bride and her inaids, in exclusive colouring and style to suit frocks. Miss Murray. 86 Willis Street.—Advt

FAREWELL TEA The Wellington branch of the New Zealand Educational Institute gave a farewell tea to'Mr. and Mrs. W. G. Blackie yesterday afternoon at the Teachers’ Club-room, Wellington Terrace. Miss Magill, president of the Wellington branch of the institute, expressed the regret of the Wellington teachers at losing Mr. Blackie, and congratulated him on his promotion to the position of senior inspector for Wanganui. On behalf of the branch, Miss Magill presented Mr. Blackie with a gold-mounted , fountain pen as a small mark of the esteem in which he was held. ’ ■ - Mr. F. L. Combs, in endorsing Miss Magill’s remarks, stated .that Mr. Blackie’s directness, his consideration, and the general ' integrity, of his attitude toward teachers were qualities ,the most valuable a man could carry into, his work as an inspector of schools. Mr. W. W. Bird, chief inspector of primary schools, also spoke of Mr. Blackie’s qualities as an inspector. Other speakers who added their congratulations and tribute to Mr. Blackie were Mn C. H.’NJciiolls (representing the Wellington Education Board), Dr. Mcllraith (senior inspector of schools), Mr. 11. A.- Parkinson (secretary of the .N.Z.E.L),- and ; Mr. J. K. Edie (vice-president of the Wellington branch of the N.Z.E.1.).' In replying, Mr. Blackie said that when he looked back on the years he had spent-in the Wellington district he realised how fortunate he had been. The men under whom he had worked had helped to make his stay extremely; pleasant. He had served under four-senior inspectors.in Wellington. He had been fortunate in the teachers with whom he had to deal. He hoped he had left some impression on the district; “When I became an inspector/’ said Mr. Blackie. “I had a number of ideas about my work—(here were certain things which I intended to do and there were others which I resolved never to do, having mysejf suffered as a teacher. And I can hoii-i, estly say that those things I said I' would not do I have not done.” ?

Among the guests present were Mrs. ' W. W. Bird, Mr. and. Mrs. Cowles, Mr. A. N. Burns. Mr. and Mrs. Boden, Mr. Watson. Mr. G. L. Stewart, Mr. and Mrs. E. S. Hylton. .Musical items were con-tributed-durihg the*,afternoon by Mr.,E. K. Rishwrtrth, Miss A. N. Hopkins. Miss D. Olsen tind Mr. W.'-Bin-et Brown. ' : >, . , ■A

COLLEGE ..GARDEN PARTY The Mayor. (Mr. G. A. Troup) and the Mayoress arc to attend the garden party ar Wellington, College on Saturday af< letvoon, next.... Mr. Troup will perform the opening function at 2.30 p.m. The R<ys’ Institute Band will supply the' music during the afternoon. The aim is to have everything possible in the 1 open. Consequently five marquees wjll Be erected in the grounds' for cakes, sweets, ices, softvdrinks, and fancy work. The coliege pupils have been busily preparing to give physical displays. Competitions will : take place,during the af* terncon in tenuis. swimming and cricket. ’ tii the evening a cabaret dance will be held in the new gymnasium. The fun<J- ; fion-is being held to raise funds for . grounds improvements. WEDDING. ' A weddingwas solemnised recently' at the Presbyterian Churcli, Bulls; by . the Rev. A. F.- Stewart, when Gladys Merle, eldest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. A. Harper, of Bulls, was married to Halford, eldest son of Mr. and Mrs. J. Whiteman, of Raiigiotu. The,bride, who was given away by.l;cr father,'wore a lemon satin frock-with hat to'match, and was attended by Miss Muriel Tapp .(cousin of the bride) as bridesmaid and Miss Dawn Zajonskowski as (lower girl. Mr. Les Harper, brother of the bride, was best man. A reception was afterwards Heid at the residence of. Mrs. S.. Harper, the bride’s, gradmothcr. Mr. and Mrs.' yrhiteman’s' future home wjll be in Pahiatua. ■ ’’.X

,■ A friend of all tnc newsboys of Australia and ' honorary secretary of the Newsboys’' Society. Miss Edith Onians, received a vronderful welcome on her return to Melbourne from a trip abroad recently. During her sojourn in England. America anjl Europe. Miss Onians carefully studied the delinquency, quesr tion in every country she visited and hud some interesting comments, to make oh her observations.

PROVINCIAL. ITEMS Airs. Harold Pither, of Lansdowne, Masterton, is visiting Wellington. Miss D. Ensor, of Martinborough, has been for a short visit to Wellington. Mrs. Mackley, of Lansdowne, Masterton, is at present at Invercargill. Mrs. Sutherland, of Martinborough, has been visiting Wellington. Airs. J. Latham has returned to “Homewood,” Masterton, from a visit to Rotorua.

Miss Kathleen McLeod, of Feilding, is the guest of Mrs. H. G. Ballantyne, of Hastings. Mrs. E. Prevett, of London, is at present the guest of Major and Mrs. Bosworth, of Fitzhcrbert Avenue, Palmerston North. Miss Rona Tyler, of Auckland, is the guest of Mr. and Mrs. H. E. Pacey, of Russell Street, Palmerston North. Mr. and Airs. T. A. Weston, of -Alfredton, are at present on a motor tour of the North Island.

Mrs. J. Jackson, of Palmerston North is visiting Mastertou on her way to Nelson.

Mr. and Mrs. O. Sutton, of Alfredton, are the guests of Mr. and Mrs. Yarrail at Alfredton.

Airs. Turner, who has been the guest of Airs. A. S. Coleman, “The Ngaio,” Marton, has returned to New Plymouth. Mr. and Mrs. Hugh McKay have, returned to Masterton from an enjoyable motor tour to the National Park and to Rotorua.

Mrs. John Nolan and her two small sons, of Rongotea, have gone to Wellington to meet Bliss Bennet, of Awaburi, who returned yesterday after two years’ touring Great Britain and the Continent. The showroom staff of Collinson and Cunninghamc gave a party in honour of Miss I. Smith, who is shortly to be married. The evening was spent in dancing. Misses Betty Boyd and John Lampard gave several piano solos, and Miss Underwood sang two songs. Miss Smith was the recipient of numerous presents.

Next Saturday afternoon the Palmerston North branch of the Plunket Society intends holding a children’s plain and fancy dress party in the Empire Hall. There will be prizes for the best fancy dresses in each of six sections. A brantub is being organised by the nurses and there will be numerous games and competitions. Afternoon tea will be provided and it is hoped that the party’will prove n great success and augment the society’s funds and assist it in carrying on its work of aiding, mothers and babies.

A garden party was held at'the home of Mrs. James McAnulty, sen., Kaiparoro, : oh. Saturday last., The weather was’ideal, and visitors from air parts of the district were present. The numerous stalls and competitions were well patronised, and at the’ end of .the day gave gratifying results.- A friendly tennis ■ match between Eketahuna and Kaipororo added interest to (the occasion. The amount collected is in. ajd, of St. Barnabas Babies’-Home at Khahdallah. • ,

MADAME MENERE ARRIVES SHORTLY. - Madame Mcnerc, who will be arriving in the North Island shortly, is at present touring iu the South, where her Fur Exhibition Is attracting big crowds daily. Particularly interesting lire the squirrel furs on display, these embracing the-very latest dictates of fashion.—Adrt.

To journey* through Palestine, Arabia and Syria by caravan, painting all the way, , will be the interesting experience of Miss Constance Paul, of Sydney, a talented _ young portrait and landscape .painter, ’who left for Alexandria this month. Miss Paul has two portraits On view in the,, Archibald Prize Collection in Sydney at the present time. The ” newspaper ■ “Dciriocraz.ia,” Sah Juan, Porto Rico, reports that at Vega Alta triplet sons have been born to Paula Rodriguez and Ramon Crespo, both apparently white, but the triplets are Of three distinctive types—one-Ts white, another Indian and the other negro, says the “New York Times.” The names Gaspar. Melchior and Balthazar, after the Biblical -.’-‘three wise’“men” -or “three kings,” have'been bestowed on the sons, who, with the mother, are attracting much attention at the hospital.