WONEN IN PRINT.

Evening Post, Volume XCIV, Issue 112, 8 November 1917, Page 9

WONEN IN PRINT.

St. Paul s Parish bazaar opene d yesterday afternoon by Her Excellency the ■Countess pf Liverpool, in St. Andrew's Hall on the Terrace, was continued last night when good business was recorded. The hall has been tastefully decorated and is lined with novel stalls, tho wares including eomo dainty, useful articles fashioned from waste products such as cork, cardboard, and pieces of wood Delicious home-made cakes are a feature Her Excellency was received by Rev A. M. Johnson and Mrs. Johnson and presented with a bouquet by little' Miss Phyllis Norton-Francis. The stall-hold-ers are :—Guild stall, Mesdames Johnson Knowles, Mitford, Badham, W. J. Blundell, Yon Dadelszen, Misses Morton Barrayd, and Stowe; produce, Mesdames Shirtcliffe, W. B. Hudson, and Miss Seaton; jumble stall, Mesdames Price Burton, J. P. Brandon,-and Miss Price; «akes, Mesdames Clayton, G. C. Tripe, and Miss Clayton; art stall, Misses Hamilton and Ross; sweets stall, Meedames A. L. Warbarfcra and Holcombe Blisses Rathbone and Warburton; flowers Mesdames Lever, Yaldwhi, Parry, Dawson, and Miss Fraser; Christmas tree, Mrs. Lee and the Misses Baker and- Ticehuret; extras stall, Mrs. Larnach and Miss Brandon; surprise packets, Mrs F. IS. Ward; tea-ioom, Mesdames Bevin, Monce, C. Richardson, C. R. Brown •Misses Oswin, Dyer, Richardson, Cameron, and Russell. The bazaar concludes to-night.

The first of the weekly dances inaugurated by tie committee of the Sydneystreet Soldiers' Club' was held last evening, when a, large number of men on mid-week leave from camp was present. Mrs. L. Blundell was in charge of the tea-room, and Mrs. Coleridge and Mrs. Earle the dancing arrangements. Among those present were Mrs. Massey (president) and Miss Coates.

Miss Una Carter's weekly demonstration of gas cooking was well attended yesterday. The culinary programme included flaky pastry, mode chicken, tart, plum fruit cake, rock cakes, and meringues.

J I The names of Miss Cora Anderson, now matron of Hornchurch Hospital, Sisters Mandeno, Hawkins, Eddy, CampI bell, and Carruth appear on a roll of honour of Thames nurses on active service which was recently unveiled at the | Thames Hospital. The unveiling was I attended by a large number of town - J ; people

Among those assisting Mrs. Walker (hostess) at the Sailors' Friend Society last night were Misses Richardson, R. M'Gee, Coad, and M. King, and Messrs. Nelson and Coad. Mrs. Walker also contributed to the enjoyable concert, and received a hearty vote of thanks for her kindly attention to the men. Mr. Moore, missioner, presided, and spoke on the temperance question.

The Terrace Red Cross Surprise Packet D.ay takes place, to-morrow, when the general public will have an opportunity of securing, for one shilling, various prizes of worth. The packets will include orders for meals at leading hotels, picture theatre tickets, gentleman's dresiS ing case, dress lengths of tussore silk, orders at firms for various goods, travelling rug, drapery, etc., and purchasers will have many pleasant surprises. Balloons will also be 6old, as well as "Red Cross thimbles. The firm of Messrs. Bethune and Co is lending its auction room for the distribution of prizes, and The Terrace Day bids fair to be an immense success from every point of view. There are about 3000 prizes, and the committee hopes to raise a substantial sum.

Nurse M'Mahon, of Napier, is in Wellington.

Their Excellencies the GovernorGeneral and Countess of Liverpool and suite were ipreseni at last night's pfirformance of "Look Who's Here," in the Opera House.

The death has occurred at Paraparaumu of Mrs. W. Howell, an old and respected resident of the district, aged 72 years. Born at Cloudy Bay in 1845, she was married in 1864 in the Church of England, Wellington. She was a daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Gilbert, and her father was drowned\in the Wairoa river when she was a child. Death was very sudden, following a seizure. Mr. Howell is left v/ith six daughters and five sons. They are:—Mrs. Geo. Taylor, of Otaki; Mrs. S. ICorner, Reikiorangi; Mrs. Malcolm M'Lean, Paraparaumu; Mrs. Robt. M'Lean, Paraparaumu; Mts. Heffer, Waikanae; and Mrs. Clunic, Paraparaumu; Messrs. William, Frank, and Len. Howell, of Paraparaumu; Mr. J. D. Howell, Otaki; and Private "Bert" Howell, who is now at the front. There are also about fonty grandchildren and two great grandchildren.

The latest additions to the Nurses' Memorial Fund include the following donations: —Grand concert, gross proceeds (per Mts. Mackenzie), £235; Mrs. Kendall, bazaar proceeds (second instalment), £42 6s 6d ; Mr. F. L. Gordon, Clifden Station, Havrkes Bay, £25; Waikohu Red Cross Society, "and D. W. Reeve, Gisborne, £10 eaoh; Miss Kohn, Davis-street, £5 ss; Misses Jeffries and Fisher, Lister Hospital, £2 2s; Johnsonville Women's National Reserve, £1 7s; Mrs. Napier Mac Lean and Dr Arthur' £1 ls.

The Cambridge-terra** Congregational Church Bazaar concludes to-night, when the Young People's Club- will provide an ententaining .programme. Last night tho children were the performers, and gave a delightful programme of music. In receiving Her Excellency the Countess of Liverpool yesterday, Rev. A. B. Hunt mentioned that two friends had offered £50 each if the ladies could raise £100 by (their efforts.

At St. Peter's bazaar session last evening, in the schoolroom, an excellent programme was presented, those taking part being members of the "Charley's Aunt" Club, including , Mr. Norman Aifcken, IWiss Thclma Ait-ken, Miss Tere St. John Mr. L. Haulon, and Mr. V. M'Keuzie' A comedietta, "A Cheerful Companion," was given by two of Mr. Culford Bell's pupils, Misses Gow and Gallichan.

The monthly meeting of the Victoria league was held at Miss Coates's, Hob-son-street. There were present. a Coates (in the chair), Mesdames Blundell, Corliss, Reid, Larnach, Rankine-Brown, and J. D. Gray. A resolution was pa-ssed expressing sympathy with Mrs. A. Martin in the loss of her husband the late Dr. Martin. Dr. Martin, besides being a life-member of the Victoria League, was for many years a vice-pre-sident and member of the council of the Wellington branch. By his death the league has lost one of ito warmest friends and supporters. The report of the Victoria League effort at the Red Cross shop on Friday last was presented, showing a satisfactory total of over £70.' It was decided to discontinue the league's work in this particular direction. A monthly report was presented fay ths treasurer, Mr. Rankine-Brown. Jt was further decided that the regular meeting of the executive should not be held agara until the first Tuesday m February. 1918. Mrs. J. D. Uray wes appointed hon, secretary of the league,, in place of-

Mrs. Chatfield, who has been forced, owing to pressure of private business, to resign the position which she has filled so capably for the pa6t eight years.

The executive of the W.JST.R. desires to thank all who assisted in making the recent ef|prt such a success. The sum of £111 was realised, including a donation of £10 from the Island Bay branch.

The Miramar Social Club held a very successful euchre party Tecently in the local Town Hall, and was able to hand over £.1 3s to tho funds of the Miramar Red Cross Guild. The guild is busy this week baking at Mr. Robertshaw's bakery in order to have a good supply of cakes for its day at the Red Cross shop to-morrow.

At the nurses' home, public hospital, last week, five senior nurses who have resigned from the staff were presented with small tokens of e6teem from their colleagues of tho past four years. Nurses Punter, Godfrey, Williams, and Law each received a suede bound volume of poems, accompanied by a host of good wishes. Xnree Lancaster, whose capable services will be specially missed, and who was also extremely popular with the staff in general, was presented with a solid silver clock and handsome travelling rug.

Great success attended the annual 6a!e o[ work at the , Thorndon, MethodistChurch yesterday afternoon and evening in aid of circuit funds. For a Ion? time past the ladies of Thorndon, Norinknd, and Kaiwarra had worked hard, and all the stalls were stocked with articles which found a ready sale. Business was exceptionally brisk all the time, but great surprise was expressed at the announcement that the total proceeds would exceed £60—much more than the amount aimed at. Various competitions were held daring the evening, and Misses Ethel Flaws and J. Nicholas and Mr. Bird contributed enjoyable songs. Each was encored.

At St. James's Presbyterian Church, Newtown, Rev. W. Shirer officiating, Mr. Stanley Roy Crothers was married to Miss Laura Crump, of Newtown. The bride was given away by her father, and wore a smart frock of Japanese silk, draped with ninon. and veil and orange blossoms. Miss Elsie Crump and Miss Edie Crothers were the bridesmaids, and Mr. A. Ginders and Mr. L. Smith were best man and groomsman respectively. The bride received a handsome pearl pendant from the groom, the bridesmaids circular pearl brooches, and the groom a heavy gold ring. _ The bridesmaids' frocks were embroidered voile, worn with vieux-rose crepe de chine hats. A, reception was afterwards held at St. James's schoolroom, Riddiford-street, Newtown.

The glorious spring weather which prevailed during last week-end was taken full advantage of by the boarders of the New Plymouth Girls' High Sehcel, who visited Mount Egmont under what were ideal conditions as far as weather was concerned. The party, which consisted of 22 girls and several mistresses, left by motor on Friday night, arriving at the old hostel at 6.30 in the evening. On Saturday Dawson's Falls wer<f visited. On Monday the girk visited Bell's Falls, being the largest party the guide had ever conducted there. The climb to the summit was not attempted, owing to the number of the party, and 5000 feet was the greatest height reached. A splendid view of the surrounding country was obtained, and in the distance Ngauruhoe could be seen surrounded by smoke clouds.

At St. John's Church yesterday Miss Jessie Buchan, the youngest daughter of Mrs. A. Buchan, of Lipman-street, was married to Mr. C. R. Ingram, also of Wellington. The briSe wore a white crepe de chene frock with a pearl belt and the customary veil and orange blossoms. Miss Doris Bartle (Hastings) and Miss Elsie Peat were the bridesmaids, wearing frocks of pale pink and pale blue crepe de chene trimmed with rosebuds and velvet strappings, and champagne picture-hats. The bride's bouquet was of cream roses and maiden-hair fern, while the bridesmaids carried bouquets of pink roses with champagne streamers. Mr. O. C. Mazengacb attended the bridegroom and Sgt. Fitzgerald acted as groomsman. The bridegroom's present to the bride was a gold wristlet watch, and to the bridesmaids gold neck-chains and pendants. The bride presented the bridegroom with a handsome set of suitcases. , After the ceremony (which was performed by the Rev. Dr. Gibb), a reception was held at Godber's rooms in Courtenay-place, where 80 guests assembled. the evening Mrs. Buchan entertained a number of her relatives and friends. The bride's travelling costume was of electric blue and saxe blue hat wreathed with flowers.