WOMEN IN PRINT.

Evening Post, Volume CVI, Issue 137, 7 December 1923, Page 9

WOMEN IN PRINT.

Lady Gibbes, president of the *ts and crafts, circle at the Pioneer Club opened a beautiful display of the work accomplished in the fourth season of the existence of the circle. The exhibition was in the club-room, and four Ion? tables were ftfled with specimens of work, a special interest being that some of the members had originated new ways and designs, which came in for admiration. Among' the leading exhibitors was Mrs. Piper, who showed a great variety of work, including marquetry and poker work, the latter being ornamented with vivid coloured flowers of Egyptian style, placed on vases, cake-stands, boxes, etc' The new idea, is likely to have many followers in the future, as- it was much admired yesterday. Mrs., Blythe's bag. worked in raffia on art canvas, was also new,' and she showed some exquisite crochet, as well as trays, etc., decorated with dainty raffia roses and other flowers. Mrs. Eoskruge's linen and crochet work, canvas runners with ciossetitch, bags with Egyptian designs, and raffia work were exceptionally fine, and received much attention. Mrs; Albert Russell showed some original ideas in

" mummy" sachets, and some lovely hand-sfenriilled work. Mrs. Martin's beautiful leather and beadwork in the form of bags and sachets was, as -usual, the theme of much appreciation. Miss Price showed daintily embroidered lingerio, and a frock with intricate crochet, and some boudoir caps which would delight any wearer. Mrs. Middleton showed delightful point lace and marquetry, and Mrs. Rule good work in leather' wool, and raffia. Other notable exhi-. bitors were Mesdames A. Lawson Butler, W. Duncan, Bethell, Ramsay, Arlow, Patersor., Boy'd, Boss, Misses Moss, Twomey, Covlee, M'Killop, and a number of others. Of much interest were some samples of old fancy work shown by Mrs. Eoskruge. One was a screen of fine wool on canvas, the design being, of the British coat of arms, which was done by her mother in 1843. An.old sample, worked in 1839, much faded, but still in perfect preservation, was also of interest. A tiny purse, knitted of the finest silk, and beaded, showed that our grand-parents' eyesight must have been truly wonderful, as did a cigarette case ornamented with the finest woolwork. Perhaps' of special interest was a sample of silk embroidery on paper, illustrating a picture done in 1800.

The monthly meeting of the Mothers' Help Division, W.N.R., was held last Monday, those present being Mesdames Western (president), Darling, Coleridge Porter, Spear, Underwood;, Hall W Blundell, and Tripp. A letter Was received from - the Home Economic Society, Dunedin, asking for particulars with a view to starting a branch in the southern city. As a mark of appreciation, the proprietors of the New Century Hall, Kent terrace, have offered the use of the building for a second jumble sale, which will be held to-mor-row (Saturday) afternoon. A correspondent has kindly supplied the following recipe for fruit salts:— 2oz Epsom salts, 2oz tartaric acid, 2oz carbonate soda, 2oz cream of tartar, icing sugar (which can be omitted if preferred unsweetened), lib powdered magnesia. Roll salts and^acid well till powdered, place all ingredients in a glass jar, and shake well. Keep well corked. Miss A.- E.-Robinson and Miss E. Johnstone, who are among recent" arrivals from England, have left to spend a month in Rotorua. ' ' The following ladies passed their St. John Ambulance home nursing examination, held recently (the names are in order of merit):—E. Turner,-A. Colquhoun, M. Haldane, W. Sima, and R. Natzlor. The results were very successful, the highest marks being 91 per cent., the others being two and three below each other. The work for the year was. as follows:—Nine members gained their first-aid certificates, five their home nursing certificates, six ladies qualified for their medallions. Dr. Dudley was lecturer for the year, and Dr. Harding examined the classes. Mrs. Fabian, well known throughout New Zealand, is, making a short visit to Wellington. Miss Joan Harper, Wellington, is visiting Mrs. Howard Tripp, Timaru. Mrs. G. A. U. -Tapper and her daughter were among those who arrived by the Ruahine, and have left for Christchurch. . Miss Q. Clarke-Johnson has returned 'from a visit to Hamilton. Mrs. Renwick, Wellington, is visiting Christchurch. Miss Vera Burt leaves for Dunedin to-night. . Visitors to Porirua on Saturday, Bth December, should not miss the opportunity -of paying a visit to the State schools, where the Methodist Ladies' Guild is holding a bazaar and sale of work. The usual plain and fancy stalls, sweets, produce, hoop-la, and numerous competitions will be in full swing at 2.30 p.m.. Afternoon tea and fruit salad will also be obtainable. A great deal of interest is being manifested -in the Red Cross bazaar ■,which will be opened thi^ evening in-the Red Cross Chambers, Dixon streeJb, and continued till to-morrow evening. An arts and crafts circle has been established in connection with the work, and the display of goods made by members, and which will be for sale, is a very fine one. The leather work is particularly attractive, and there should be no difficulty in selecting Christmas presents at the sale, and combining two objects—the help to an excellent society and the pleasure of giving presents. Gifts of flowers, fruit, sweets, preserves, jpreduce, or other saleable goods will be gratefully received, and should be cent in to the Red Cross rooms, 63, Dixou street, either to-day or to-morrow. There will be an orchestra, and tea and supper will be obtainable. The sale promises to be a great success.

The danger of glass verandahs was emphasised in Christchurch, when in High street on a recent afternoon a china ornament fell from one of the top story windows of a building, crashing through the verandah to the pavement in front of the doorway of a. shop, says a Southern exchange. Although the pavement was thronged by people, no one was struck either by the glass splinters or by the missile. Glass splinters are not unknown in Wellington as falling from verandahs. An amendment io the bylaws of the city might well be made, providing that a fine wire netting should be placed above and below glass used overhead in any form.

Considerable surprise has been caused in swimming circles as a result of the determination of the Misses Violet and Edna Walrond, two Auckland swimmers, who have played an important part in Dominion tournaments for several years past, deciding to refrain from further competitive swimming. This announcement is the second of its kind in about a fortnight, Miss P. Hocft announcing her intention oi retiriusr from the active) ranks, a

Mrs.- - Johnson-Wright presided over the 38fch annual meeting of the Wellington South W.C.T.U. yesterday afternoon. The secretary read the report of the year's work, which included sixteen meetings, to which interest had been added by addresses given by Mrs. Evans, M.A., Dr. Platts Mills, Mrs. Martin, Sister Lily, Miss Owen, F.R.G.S., Mrs. Harry, and Mr. L. Grimwade. The balance-sheet showed receipts amounting to £63 11s 9d, and expenditure £57 8s lid, leaving a balance in hand of £6 2s lOd. The financial members to date number 173, and 8 honorary. Encouraging reports were read from the following superintendents of departments:—Notable Days (Mra. Brooks), "White Ribbon" and "V" Branch (Mrs. Mowlem); Railway Boxes (Mrs. Brierley); Press (Mrs. Webb); Evangelistic (Mrs. Catchpole); Flower Mission (Miss E. Boxall); Cradle Roll (Mrs. Logan); Peace and Arbitration (Mrs. Evans, M.A.), and hospital visitor, Mrs. Keene. The Rev. W. Shirer, treasurer of the building fund, showed a credit balance of £53 14s 2d. Mr. Shirer was thanked for the work he had done during the. past twenty-six years, and was unanimously re-elected. Resolutions have been passed regarding the League of Nations, capital punishment, women police, women jurors, police patrols, totalisator permits, the introduction of liquor into the King Country, and women Justices of the Peace. As an appreciation of the long years of faithful work done by the late treasurer, Mrs. Boxall, Mr. Boxall was made a life member of the union. The election officers resulted -in the re-election of Mrs. John-son-Wright, president; Mrs. Webb, secretary, and Miss Boxall, treasurer.

Tlie marriage of Miss Catherine Lissey Levett, younger daughter of Mr. C. A. J. Levett. of "Wichnor," Feilding, and Mr. R.-M. Watson, S.M., formerly Chief Justice at Samoa, second son of Mr. William Watson, of Wellington, took place last Wednesday in St. John's Church, Feilding. The bride, who was given away by her father, wore a beautiful wedding frock of palest pink satin marocain, with flowing lace sleeves, the frock being draped at one side, finished with large silver and pearl ornaments with crystal hangings. Her long pink tulle veil, worn over a coronet of lace, and orange blossom (which had been worn by her mother), formed part of the train. She carried a beautiful bouquet of roses, maidenhair fern, and real orange blossoms. The bridesmaids were two little girls—Miss Elizabeth Frater (daughter of Mr. ..and Mrs. James Frater, of Auckland), who wore pale blue, and Miss Diana Hill, of Wellington (niece of the bridegroom), in pale mauve, both dresses being of crepe de chine, frilled to the waist, with silver butterfly sashes and silver circlets round the head, with touches of blue, mauve, and pink; they carried Victorian posies to match. The bridegroom was attended by Dr. Robert Stout, of Wellington. After the ceremony a reception was held at "Wichnor," where the bride and bridegroom, with Mr. and Mrs. C. A. J. Levett, entertained about 270 guests. Among the guests were: Mrs. Watson, Mrs. Hill, mother and sister of the bridegroom; Mrs. R. Williams, sister of the bride; Mrs. Rigg, Mrs. Oswin.vMrs, : W. Gill, Mrs. Gordon Reid, Miss Baber, Mr. and Mrs. Eric Bailey, all of Wellington; Sir Robert and Lady Stout, Mr. and Mrs. J. L. Stout, the Hon. D. H. and Mrs. Guthrie, the Hon. E. and .Mrs. Newman, Mr. and Mrs. W. Watson (junior), Surgeon-Lieutenant" Commander . and Mrs. Watson, Dr. E. Gunn, Dr. and Mrs. K. Salmond, Mr. and Mrs. J. L. Blundell, Mr. and Mrg. T. G. FitzGerald, Mr. and Mrs. Zohrab, and many well-known Rangitikei people. •>■' .

Interesting competitors at the Auckland Agricultural and Pastoral Association'-s Show to-day and to-morrow will be Lady Jellicoe and her daughter, the Hon. Prudence Jellicoe. Her Excellency has two horses entered in the light-weight hunters' class, and the Hon. Prudence has one entry in -the children's pony class and one in the class for the best children's pony turnout.