WOMEN IN PRINT

Evening Post, Volume CI, Issue 49, 26 February 1921, Page 10

WOMEN IN PRINT

The delegates to the conference in connection with the Pre-millennial Advent Association were entertained at tea in the rooms of the Young Women' ( s Christian Association, Herbert-street, last evening by Mr. and Mrs. M'Lay. Brief speeches of welcome were made by the host and hostess. These were responded to by the delegates, who expressed their thanks to Mr. and Mrs. M'Lay'for the kindness shown them.

Tile executive o£ the Wellington Navy League entertained' Colonel Campbell, wno has just returned fixan a visit to England, and who had much to bell of interest to the league. The party took place at the residence of Mrs. Hosking, president of the Ladies' Auxiliary of the league. Mi's. Stephens, Mis. Hosking's .daughter, was present, helping in the entertainment of the guests, and Mt. Justios Hosking attended late in the afternoon. After tea had been handed round-, Colonel Campbell related some of his. experiences in England, particulai'ly those in connection with Navy League matters-. He hadi had a long and interesting conversation with Admiral Hopwood, when they discussed the peace policy of the No/vy League, and he mentioned that he was very anxious that New Zealand should have- a central executive. Colonel Campbell was impressed with the great mimbeV of people who visited tho statue of Nelsor* on Trafalgar Day, and mentioned the large number of wreaths which, were received from all parts of the Empire, signifying the circle of thought and interest which bound all links together. Colonel Campbell commended the work done by tho'league in tho sohods, and emphasised the need for propgamdar—a, need which had been well understood by Germany. He urged continual enthusiasm in the work, and commended all that had been dome in the past, which was thoroughly appreciated by the authorities in England. Mr. R. Darroch thanked Colonel Campbell at the close of his talk for the very interesting information he had given them, ana also spoke appreciatively of the work which, as chairman in Colonel Campbell's absence, had b«en done by Mr. A. P. Roberts.

Mrs. Rolleston is expected to arrive' by tire Moana on Sunday.

Miss E. U. Craig, of ' the Pensions Department, is leaving Wellington by the Manuka for a trip to Sydney.

Commander Walsh, R.N., H.M.S. Philomel, and Mrs. Walsh are staying at Saves Court.

Miss Rennie will give a demonstrar tion of jam, jelly, and conserves making at the Technical College on Monday evening "at half-past seven.

A pleasant day is planned for next Monday at the Te Aro Baths, when the Girls' College will hold its swimming sports. Tne Old Girls' race will be held at the lunch hour, so as to enable those ii> business to be among the entrants. Mothers, sisters, and friends of the girls are invited to be present.

The Dorcas Society, in connection with the Ladies' Christian Association, will reopen sewing meetings on Thursday next at 2 p.m., at St. John's Schoolroom* This society has existed and done splendid service in Wellington for over forty years, a-nd many of the best known and respected pioneer women were among the members. ,The hon. secretary cordially invites and urges some of the younger women and new residents of Wellington to come along and help the work, as 'more assistance is urgently. needed, especially as a "hard winter" seems to be a possibility, and the resources of the society will be heavily taxed.

A pleasant farewell party was given at the -residence of Mr.. A. Irvine, Wright-street, when many- friends assembled to bid to Mr. and Mrs. Henry J. Coombs, who are leaving by the Manuka for Sydney to join - the Osterley for a six-months tour. * Instrumental and vocal music was greatly appreciated, among those contributing to the programme being Mrs. S. Hempton, Misses Wollf, Packe, and Mr. James Irvine. Mr. . Andrew Smart, in a happy speech, expressed the good wishes-of all present, and was followed by,-Messrs. Irvine (2), A. J. Purdy, and M. Stewart.

A correspondent kindly sends the following recipe for ripe-tomato jam, remarking that the green tomatoes are often used, but few people know how' delicious a jam can bo made when the. fruit is ripe:—Take 121b of ripe tomatoes, put' them in the preserving pan, and cover with boiling water for a few minutes till the skins crack. Pour the water off and peel carefully. Leave for two or three hours. ■ -Pour all the liquid off and add 6 or 8 lemons, finely shredded, minus pips, and weigh. : Then add' same weight of sugar and boil steadily for about 1£ hours, or until it thickens. The result is a delicious jam and quite firm.

Arrangements were discussed, by the Seatoun branch of the W.N.R. for taking the produce; stall at the coming carnival at the Town Hall, in aid of a Community Club for Territorials and Senior Cadets, for ono day, Friday, 11th March. Tho president (Mrs. Bradney Williams), Mrs. Mabin, Miss Freeman, and jVlrs. C. Bell were appointed to take charge, and several ladies promised to act as helpers. The following resolution was passed:— " The committee appeals to Seatoun and Miramar residents to support it in its endeavour to assist this excellent cause. The Seatoun stall will be No. 7. Contributions of cakes, jam, produce, and anything saleable will be' gratefully received. Parcels can be left with either of the ladies taking charge not later than the evening of Thursday, 10th March. Perishable goods and large parcels should he taken straight to the stall on the morning of the 11th, The committee earnestly hopes that Seatoun will do its best to make its stall a success."

The wedding of Miss Jean Simpson, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. W; B. Simpson, of Island , Bay, to Mr. A. M'Kay, only son of Mrs. M'Kay, of Kilbirnio, took\ place on Wednesday at the Presbyterian Church, Island Bay, when the Rev. J..M.. Thomson performed the ceremony. Tlie bride, who was given away by her father, wore a simple white dress, with a veil and orange' blossoms, and carried a beautiful shower bouqet of roses and maidenhair-fern. Miss Grace Simpson also was, in a white dress, with a leghorn hat interlined with shell-pink-jher shower bouquet' was shell-pink carnations and maidenhair-fern. Mr. Murdoch Glen was the best' man. After the service Mrs. Simpson held a reception at lien residence, at "which only the relatives of the bride and bridegroom were present. Later in the evening Mr. and Mrs. M'Kay left by motor, tho bride wearing a smart navy-blue tailored costume and a leghorn hat.

Satisfactory arrangements have been mad© for every stall at the street sale in aid of the Wellington free kindergarten schools to be held next Wednesday.Mrs. Barlow has given the Kelburn stall a beautiful cake, suitable for a wedding cake, for which there will be a guessing competition ; while the other stalls have each some special attraction. The stalls will be, held as follow :-r-Conncil stall (Kirkcaldie's), MesdamesCiill, Mackenzie, and Treßurtha.; Kelburn-avenue. Mesdames JBeJl.- Warburton, Robertson, Sinclair, and Missßarnicoat.; G.P.0., Mrs. Yeates; Courtenay-pla'cc, Congrosational Church Guild (convenev. ' Mrs. Lewis); Bank of Now Zealand. .Miss Rothcnbenr,. and Wellington South and Berhamnorß wtr.mit'ses (wnvftn««,r(i t Mcsdwnßß Beet, Williaawon, and J. Wtlinston).

A preliminary meeting of members of the Seatoun branch of the W.N.R. was held at the residence of Mrs. Alexander. Smith, Pe-arce-street. Mrs: Porter wrote concerning the present requirements of the ( Residential Nursery. It was decided to start sewing at once, Mrs.! Kellow, who has joined the committee, a-nd Miss Freeman undertaking to direct the work for Seatoun and Karaka -Bay respectively. Mrs. Chudley's pattern of white felt shoes for children ha-d been made up by Miss Owen, and it was decided to sell these dainty gifts to purchase material. Donations were received • from Mrs. Tennanf and Mrs. Brown, and five members joined the sewing guild. Miss Freeman reported that 80 garments had been made and cent to the Nursery before Christmas. Brief speeches were made by Miss ' Coad, M.A., and Mrs. Inglis. A vote of thanks to Mrs. Smith for her hospitality concluded the proceedings. The next meeting will be in April at the residence of Mrs. J\ Black, when Mrs. Porter will give an address.

Miss Rosevear, the newly-appointed general secretary of the Wellington Y.W. C.A., will be officially welcomed in the Herbert-street Clubroom 1 on Monday next at 8 p.m. Speeches of welcome will be delivered and musical items will be rendered. A cordial invitation to attend is extended to all interested.' A class for physical-culture instruction is being formed, and will be held on Tuesday evenings, Those desirous of joining should enrol at the Boulcott-street office.

The wedding was celebrated at St. Anne's Church, Newtown, on Thursday last, of Miss Dorothy . Cawley, eldest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. J. J. Cawley, of Hanson-street, Newtown, and Mr. G. W. Barker, eldest son of Mr. 6. C. Barker, of Tainui-terrace, the ceremony being performed by the Rev._ Dean -M'Kenna. The bride, who was'given away by her father, wore a pretty dress of ivory crepe de chine and georgette, with hand-embroidered veil, arranged with orange blossoms, and earned a lovely shower bouquet. The bridesmaids were Miss,Rene Cawley (wearing a .dress of apricot crepe de chine and georgette, with black tulle' hat and bouquet to match), and Miss Mauyra Cawley (in pale pink crepe de chine with overdress of ivory georgette, black tulle hat, and bouquet to match); Mr. W. Mills was the best man. After the ceremony, Mr. and Mrs. Cawley entertained a number of friends at Dustin's, Dean M'Kenna being among those present. Later, Mr. and Mrs. G. W. Barker left for the North, the bride's travelling costume being of grey check, with a silver tissue hat, The usual " social" will.be held in the Y.W.C.A. Clubroom in Herbert-street to-night, when a good programme of music and games has been arranged by Miss Hartley. The speaker at the service to be held in tho Y.W.C.A. Clubroom in Herbert-street to-morrow at 4.15 p.m. will be Rev. Wilfred Williams, president of the Pre-millennial Conference now being held in the Town Hall. Mr. Basil Taylor wili be the soloist.

A gift afternoon took place yesterday at "The Pines," Oriental Bay, given by Mrs. A. M. Lewis, in aid of the. free kindergarten stall. Over 50 ladiea were present. ' After a dainty afternoon tea, musical and elocutionary items were rendered by Misses M. Knight, V. Mueller, R. Ramsay, E. Tonks, J. Knight, M. Mackie.M. Newman, M. Lowe, and M. James, Mesdames A. M. Lewis and P. Staple. Mrs. Godwin attended to the receipt of the various gifts, which consisted of donations of money, produce, and other saleable articles. A very pleasant afternoon was spent, Mrs. Lewis's efforts being greatly appreciated by those present, * V

, An exceptionally sad story is told by the Paris correspondent of the Daily Chronicle. It- is that of the firet woman, doctor who passed the medical degree, and practised in France. Her name is Madame Madeline Bres. She is 82 years of age, amd is living in a miserable attic) in the Elysee quarter. Madame Bres was tho daughter of a carpenter, of Nimes, and became interested in medicine when only twelve, years of age, going to a local hospital to help the nuns to nurse the sick. When little more than fifteen years old, she was married to a 'bus conductor, and she had ten children. However, she never lost her ambition to become a. doctor,, but bought seoond-hand books, and. studied' Latin and Greek with a neighbour, a retired professor. When twenty-eight she ■passed her baccalaureate (M.8.), and came to Paris with her nusband a.nd family, and applied for permission to attend a school of medicine. The Empress Eugenic became interested in Madame Bres, and the permission was given. _ She served in the military hospitals in the Franco-Prussian war, and passed her finals in 1876. She proved 1 to be a most successful practitioner in Paris, and receptions in her salon were attended by" all the well-known Parisian scientists. She had an offer from the Sultan of Morocco to take a position as physician in his harem, but refused it. Madame Bres earned well, but spent generously,on. charity, mainly on a priyate hospital for children, which ehe established in Paris, ajnd, in the closing days of her life, having lost her husband and all her children, is dependent on £4 a mouth from a charity, the rent of her room being paidi by a kindly priest. The Government was appealed to for help, bub the best offered from that direction was a bed in a room reserved for aged mental patients in a PaTis hospital, but this Ala-dame Bres, of course, could not accept. It would be a fine thing if other medical women were able to help make smooth amdi pleasant the last days of such a pioneer in their profession as Madame Bres. »