WOMEN IN PRINT.

Evening Post, Volume XCIX, Issue 125, 27 May 1920, Page 9

WOMEN IN PRINT.

"Muddle and waste,'" said Miss Coad at the Pioneer Club meeting, "are largely the causes of high prices of fruit, vegetables, and fish." Miss Coad promised that at the meeting to be held -ii» f,he near future regarding the prices of these commodities, she would explain the processes which" had caused her, and other members of the National Council, to come to such a conclusion. Mies Coad expressed much pleasure at the announcement made by the Hon. Mr. NosWorthy, advocating the establishment of markets, arid said that it was a cheering fact that the opening of a frieat market in Auckland had steadied prices in that city.

Mrs. Corliss made a vevy eloquent appeal to the women present at the Pionesr Club meeting last night to spend less thought and time on the consideration and making of clothes, and to give it to more worthy objects. Mrs. Corliss said that the Pioneer was the oldest club in New Zealand, and it would be a fine lead for the members to make it known that they., were out for good sense and moderation.. Mrs. Corliss said that in some girls »nd women there was a perfect "passion for dress," and before the Royal visit quite a number had fairly worn themselves out. in frenzied efforts to match goods and plan elaborations. At a time when the world wgs full of starvation, and sickness, tired mothers and needy children, it> was lamentable to waste time and tissue on adorning their bodies —in some cases leaving as much as possible unadorned, judging from the scanty bodices of some of the frocks displayed in- the shop windows. Some women seemed oblivious to the fact that social service was going to bs a demand in the future that would not be denied or ignored without serious consequences. The speaker voiced the idea that the more women "met to discuss things "worth .while," the less would there be of lamentable waste of time. "The spirit is wrong at present," said Mrs. Corliss, "and some fail to see the splendid work waiting till round to bo done."

A sale of work in nid of the Owenstreet Residential Nursery -will be heljl to-morrow afternoon in the Presbyterian. Schoolroom! Kelbrirn Extension. Cakes, pi'oduee, children's clothing, and other household requirements, and an assortment of magazines and other matter of the kind are among the gpod to-be -disposed of. The opening is fixed for- 2 o'clock, and Mrs. W. F. Massey has accepted an. invitation to be present and open the sale.

The large attendance at the Pioneer Club meeting to discuss the costs of living unanimously agreed to support the public meeting called by the Returned Soldiers' Association and tht Women's National Council, which will take place shortly. It was agreed to make every effort to ensure a large attendance of women to hear what the two organisations hud ascertained in regard to the subject of inflated price, ' and the remedies which will be suggested at this meeting.

A well-designed mid attractive invitation has been issued by the Greater Wellington Town-Planning Association to its ftiinual meeting, when riiusical items and other attractions will be given after the business part of the meeting. A poem by Robert Buchanan, entitled "The Perfect State," forms part of the invitation card, and is one that is well worth reading and consideration.

A wedding that occasioned much interest took place at the Church of Christ, Vivian-street, yesterday afternoon, when Miss Pearl Wright, daughter of Mv B. A. Wright, M.P., aud "Mrs. Wright, of, Thompson-street, Wellington, was married.to Mr. Noe.' Cole, son of Mi. and Mrs.'James Cole, of Auckland. Mr, Paternoster performed the Wedding ceremony. The "Cheer Oli Girls," to ■"ft'hich patriotic band the bride had belonged, had decorated the churcl' charmingly'with chrysanthemums and foliage,. s 'wedding bell of white tulle and flowers being suspended over the bridal couple during the service. Mr. Wright gave his daughter away. Appropriate music was rendered on the organ by Miss Norma Hall. The bridal gown was of- pale blue georgette ab-ahdonne, the ovei'skirt and sleeves, being edged with silk fringe to match and finished with tassels. A becoming picture hat (A black' panne was worn, and a bouquet *A pale pink roses and autumn leaves finished an artistic toilette. Miss Mavis Read, of Auckland, was the bridesmaid, weaving pale pink crepe de chine, the corsage having a berthe of fine Ince, while the waist and ekirt-edge, were outlined with, mauve. Her hat was of black panne, and she ciifried a beautiful bouquet of violets ...mid maidenhair fern. The bridegroom's gift to Miss Read was a gold wristlet watch. Mr. Frank Betchley, who, ap well a,- the bridegroom, is a returned soldier, was the best man. After t-ho ceremony the guests were entertained at ft wedding breakfast at Dustilvs rooms, in Cuba-street, where there were many small, tables set-out and decorated with pafest mauve clirysa-lifchemums, while patriotic colours were arranged overhead around the electric lights. The Mayor, Mr. J. P. Luke, M.P.. Dr. Newman, M.P., ami Mr. Mitchell, M.P., each made very happy speeches in wishing the newly-married couple every happiness, and expressing eulogies of their gdctd qualities. In each case reference* Was made to Mr. and Mrs. Wright, who are well known in Wellington, and who hdVe a host of friends anil well-wishers. Reference was also made to the bwdeeroom's good record as a soldier. Mr. Wvightj ir replying lo the toast of his ■heiilth-and that of Mrs, Wright, referred with regret to the fact that the bridegroom's parents had been unable to come to Woffiirgton to be present ,it the wed- ■ ding, and read part of a letter from Mr. | Cole, senior, express-ing affectionate goad wishes to the young couuie. Other ! healths (misted were the bridesmaid, the i Cheer Oil Girls, and Ms-. Paternoster. | Fuller' orchestra, undar the leadership j of Mr. V. Crowther, provided cheerful music: Among the relatives present were two sisters of the bridegroom, Mrs. Wood and Mrs. Head, of Auckland, Mr. and Mrs- Walker-. Mrs-. Tftiggins (annt of. the briclc^. Miss M'lnnes (coiisin). Mi's. H. Wviaht. Mrs. A. Wright, the Masses (i. and K. Coulter, and Mrs. Wall.strom. Later in the afternoon M; and Mrs. Colo left on theii. wedding toui, the Iftttei travelling in r black and white check tailored costume, black and white hat, and a- sot of black- fox furs, the gift of the bridegroom.

The Mayoral ball for clilldren siven by Dr. and Mrs. Thacker at the rCiiig Kdwp.rd Barracks, in Christ eh urcli, ippeai-3 to ha-Vebeen quite a colossal affair... The guests were so many tliiit afternoon and evening "sessions" were arranged ; the very smal 1 ones attending-early, mid having a most enjoyable time "nil to' their little selves..'.' In the evening there were about 1500 oil the floor at once, exclusive of rows of adults who Were onlookers. '■To select the best fancy frocks was a greiil tafk. but finally Queen Aiab. n Brid(?gi-ooni ( R-o.Val U'tav, and !i I'rilico of Wales secured the firal positisuis : while the pri<;e im 1 U\xn oheavieat, fl'ackt> went to pretty, rlrefi-es m»de of paper. The «\glit of the crowtln of happy guests was a moat iii6pirinir one, especially ivh«n Dr. arttl Airs. Thacker siipear-sd ojirf -tc^vs iiurroundirl b\- over a thousand. enthuslttßtic younßsteris.

The Wellington South Nursing Division held its fortnightly meeting in the Newtdwn Library,on Tuesday evening. Miss L. Smith was welcomed back to the division. First Aid problems were worked out, and the reading of the thermometer practised.

The musical evening, impromptu dance, and fancy fair to be helcl next Saturday evening in the house in Sydney-street which was formerly occupied by the late Dr. James promises to be a happy affair, and there has been a good demand for tickets. It will be an enjoyable occasion, and in the big rooms upstairs will be various new and amusing attractions; also children's fancy dancing and prizewinning for comical competitions; and t'.ien in the large rooms downstairs ample preparations have been made for the dancing. Tha stipper haa received special attention, aiid will bs served in the conw>watory. The effort is being made in aid of the fund for little parentless children, between 500 and 400, who are at the big orphanage at Upper Hutt. Mr. Frank Levin is the hon. secretary of this effort.

A lecture of much interest to all girls aud young women will be delivered at the Y.W.C.A. Cinbroom to-night on the subject of health. All young women and girls are cordially invited to attend. Mrs. "Will Lawson. and "Miss Sturtevant left by the Pateena yesterday for Blenheim, where Miss Sturtevant will stay with Mrs. Lawson.

Mrs. Cailender has returned from a visit 'to. Christohurch.

Miss Isabel Massey is the guest of Mrs. Donaldson, of Christchurch.

Am exchange mention* the added interest which is attached to stamp collecting in these days of the flying postman and the development of the aerial mail. A detailed catalogue of aero stamps has been compiled, and contains mention of some from Austria, Canada* Colombia, .Germany, Hungary, Italy-, Japan, Newfoundland, Switzerland, Tunis, and the United States.