WOMEN IN PRINT.

Evening Post, Volume CXIII, Issue 64, 17 March 1927, Page 13

WOMEN IN PRINT.

Mrs. J. Hamer and Miss- Beatrice Hamer, hay« left Dunedin to join the Aorangi ai Auckland, for a twelve months' overseas tour.

Mrs. Lees,' Heretaunga, left yester day for a visit to the South.

Mrs. T. Boy King, Blenheim, who has been visiting Christehurch and Wellington, has returned home.

Lady Pomare has been visiting her shter, Mrs. Monckton, at Claudelands, Hamilton. ,

Mr. and Mrs. L. Cox, who have been visiting Wellington and Auckland, have returned to Christehurch.

Mrs. E. Sissons, Hastings, who has been the guest of Mrs. D'Emden, "Wellington, has returned to the North.

Mr. and Mrs. J. Mitchell, Lower Hutt, are am, lg the visitors to the South.

Mrs. Swabey, who has been the guest of Mrs. W. H. Montgomery, Little Eiver, leaves to-day for Timaru to .join her husbaffd, Commandore Swabey.

Com -inder and Mrs. L. Tollemache, who returned by the Aorangi. to Auckland, have left for Takapau, Hawkes Bay, where they will be the guests of Mrs. A'Deane.

Those who have attended the successful evening parties organised at the

■n Hall by the Mayoress (Mrs. Norwood) and the Citizens' Committee, realise how much has been done to make the men of H.M.S. Renown welcome. There are bright decorations and good music, and the committee has entertained great numbers of men at tea and supper. As well as cakes, etc., there has been plenty of fruit, lettuces, tomatoes, and a good supply of boiled eggs. The committee •of ladies has exercised wise supervision in the selection of girl guests, and the result of all the efforts is a thorough-

happy one, the hall being crowded with dancers, and the sailors received with; the understanding that '' everyone knows everyone else," so that no introductions are necessary. Mrs. Norwood and her daughter are both present at the evenings, also Mrs. M'Vicar, Mrs. Goldsmith, and others. High praise is given to all the men'for excellent conduct, the entertaining of such being a very great pleasure to the committee. .

Miss Beatrice Day was received with marked enthusiasm last night when she made her appearance in the opening act of "The Best People." This would .have been even more pronounced had Bhe not been too good an artist to take too, much heed of the greeting of the people when she was for the time ♦'living?' another part. Her frocks were particularly delightful, and the perfect dress for the older woman was excellently delineated; Her first frock was of ivory white crepe d« chine, worn over black georgette, and. the petal edge of the overdress deeply embroidered in black silk. Later she made her appearance in smoke-grey georgette, made in jumper style, the skirt adorned with large, circles, with wreaths of coloured flowers embroidered ■'thereon, the corsage being trimmed tc match with torches of the same colours. Miss Helen Audiffred as "Marion Lenox" wore some dainty girlish frocks, the cabaret gown of shot rose taffetas striking rather a different note in the transparent edge of golden gauze of a pale shade. Her wrap of palest pink miroir velvet with ruffles of georgette was most becoming, and her morning gown of wean* and periwinkle blue was in equally good taste. Miss Lord wore a striking gown of flame satin and georgette, and Miss Storly was in a model frock of silvery blue; satin souple, with large silver flowers and leaves adorning the petal skirt.

The monthly meeting of the Wellington Centre of the New Zealand branch of the British Bed Cross Society and Order of St. John was held. <m Tuesday at Bed Cross 1 Headquarters. Present: Mesdames L. Blundell, H. Adams, Herzog, the Hon. Dr. W. E. Collins, Messrs. J. Burnett (in the chair), D. 6. Clark, H. Bose, and M. S. Galloway (secretary). A motion of condolence with Mr. S. F. Wright, hou. treasurer, and his family in their recent sad bereavement was passed, thoso/ present standing in silence. Correspondence was received from Miss Thurston, acknowledging letter of appreciation forwarded from the society of her splendid service in Red Cross matters in the past. Miss Thurston was. also presented with an international identity card, which entitles the bearer to the hospitality of Bed Cross organisations in whatever country they may travel. His Excellency the Administrator of Samoa, wroto in appreciation of the society's action in forwarding a shipniont of gtexo for distribution among native mothers and children. Miss Low, hon. secretary of the Women's Red Cross Committee, reported that the usual supplies ; of tobacco, cigarcttos, chocolate, etc., had been forwarded to tho various hospitals throughout the district. Issues of underclothing for ex-service men, disabled and in need, had been made up. Tho,- ladies of the depot had held morning tea, prior to the departure of Miss Thurston, and at which she was present, to bid her farewell and bon voyage. Miss Taylor, relieving matron, Pukeora Sanatorium,; reported that members of the Red' Cross. throughout Hawkcs Bay had paid regular visits to the sanatorium during the month, taking cake, fruit,, flowers, periodicals, etc., to the hospital for distribution among the patients. Nurse Corkill, the Bed Cross Nurse in Taranaki, submitted particulars of the work which has been done during the month. Home nursing and first-aid classes for junior and seniors had commenced, and were being vory satisfactorily attended. Tho Waitaia Sub-centre had purchased and installed at convenient j places on the Waitaf aTo Kuiti main highway three stretchers and complete first-aid outfits for use in the event of accident. Mombers of the. Women's Club in New Plymouth were assisting the society in its work, having formed a circle' for sewing purposes. The club was also collecting vegetables, etc., foi distribution among families in sickness and distress, which were being visited by tho Bed Cross nurse. Concerning the New Zealand free ambulance service, Wellington district, memoranda was re: ceived from his Worship the ?' yo and discussed, and it'was resolved to intimate that the.funds of the society which had been raised on behalf of exservice patients in hospital could not be appropriated to any other purpose, though the members of the society were in full sympathy with the proposals to establish an efficient free arbulance service. A communication from the Depu' v Director-General of Health re co-operation and co-ordination of the work of Red Cross nurses was received. The following sub-committee was set up to discuss the proposals of the Deputy Director-General of Health at an early date: The Hon. Dr. W. E. Collins, "C.M.G., M.L.C., Messrs. J. Burnett, 0.j8.E., D. G. Clark, C.8.E., the secretary to make arrangements for a conference. The chairman (Mr. Burnett) reported upon the recenjt visit made by him to Pukeora Sanatorium, stating that the work of the Bed Cross was appreciated and very satisfactorily carried out.

Lady 1 'iot (Auckland) is visiting Wellington.

Miss Hatchings, ef Napier, once well Known as a New Zealand tennis eham pion, now runs a most successful bridge club in Knightsbridge, where New Zealanders congregate, states an English exchange. One a'ternoon there were » many as sixteen New Zealanders present. Mr. and Mrs. T. Woodman, of Whangarei, accompanied by Sisters Reynolds and Bradney,-of the- Whangarei Hospital, arrived in Wellington via Taupo and Napier yesterday morning on an extensive tour of the North Island. The resurn journey is to be made via Taranaki. he result of the "street day" collection made by various organisations on a recent Saturday morning in aid of the G and Military Tournament and Searc ght Tattoo announced as follows:—Navy League, £70 2s 4d; Artillery, £24 15s 9d; Community Club, £26; Red Cross, £9 16s 6a. The total was £13,0 14s 7a. Bedspreads made in richly-coloured artificial^ silks, and deaorated in exclusive designs, are being exhibited in great variety at the present time (says the "London Daily Telegraph"). This is an outcome of the- modern vogue for introducing plenty of colour into the bedroom scheme. In one very handsome exhibit a gorgeous medley of floral shapes and colourings has befen woven into the material itself. Many of the bedspreads are in a colour shot with silver, and an effective method of decoration is a conventional floral design in applique. Very similar materials are being used for the coverings of quilts, and it is most important that the right colour should be found if the bedroom scheme is to be a complete success. Silk embroidery, hand-painting, and applique are used for the adornment of a good quilt. Many Indies arei attracted by a black silk quilt embroidered in the corner* foui small bright rose sprays. Dull but rich shades are being used in the more expensive quilts, which are stuffed with eiderdown. Goose feathers are used nowadays even in many quilts that are highly priced.

In reference-to the washing if woollens a Correspondent states that she alway has the b- results from washing them in cold water, and rinsing them in two or threefold clear waters. She makes a lathe.- of good soap, and borax, leaves the goods to soak for an hour or more, and then, washes in the ;usual way.- If necessary she finds that it does no harm to rub any 7oiled parts with the soap. The reason for the cold water being so satisfactory is partly because if placed in hot water cold air may cause a certain amount of shrinkage, and with the cold, water there is none. Another corresponded states that a lather of warm water and lux gives good results. The goods should be soaked and squeezed in the water; then rinsed in water of the same temperature, towels should be placed between all folds and sleeves, rolled again m another. towel, placed in paper carefully wrapped; place on floor and pound well wi"i feet or weight for about ten minutes. On removal the woollens will bn found to bo , practically dry and ready for airing. There is no shrinkage, and the garments do not lose their shape, nor do they turn yel'ow, but keep the natural creamy tint. This method should:bea most acceptable one I girl or others "baching" who have little room for hanging up their washed garments.

Mrs. Corkill presided at the monthly meeting of the Alexandra Home Committee, when there were present Mesu..mes Tripe, M'Vic-r, Hardwick Smith, Wilson, Cox, Hempton, , Watt, and Misses Fraser and Low. The matron reported that there were 28 adults and 26 infants in the home, and that there had been 18 confinements and 6 district cases had been attended. The committee acknowledges with thanks the following donations:—Mrs. Macarthy Reid, £50j Mr. Dudley Tripo, Loo Jung, and the Warehousemen's Association, £5 5s each; Mr. and Mrs. Thos Ballingor,. £4 4s; Lady Bell, Sir Har'u Beauchamp, £3 3s each; , Lady Stout, Mrs. Annie Anderson, the Rev. Father Cullen, Dr. and Mrs. Clay, St. Androw's Church, Mr. D. J. Barry, Mrs. W. D. Stewart, £2 2s each; Mrs. Connoll, Mrs. W. Groves, Miss G. Nathan, Mrs. Corkill, Denhard, Ltd., Mr. Byron Brown, Miss E. Duncan, Lady Rhodes, Dr. and Mrs. Young, Mrs. Jacob Joseph, Miss Joseph, £1 Is each; St. Vincent de Paul Society, £1 12s; Miss Wilson, Nurse Davidson, Newtown, and Miss Allen, £1 each; Mrs. M'Grcgor and C. and A. Oaiin, Ltd., 10s 6d each; P. J. Shotter, Mrs. Dunning, Mrs. Donald M'Lean, 10s each; Mrs. Low^ and Mrs. Houston, 5s each; collected in home, 4s Id. Also the following gifts':— Plants and flowers (Miss Poolo, Miss Black, Miss Murray, Mr. Nlchol, Mrs. Wilkinson, Mrs, M'Loan, Mrs. Sweeney, Mrs. Maikes, Miss Duncan), apples (Mrs. Walpole), wine (Loo Jung), clothing (Mrs. Lempriere), sandwiches (Training College, Kelburn), rest chair (Mrs. J. Reich).

Some of the new coats, says a London fashion writer, have collars of calfskin, instead of fur, and then th- waistline is of calfakiu to match. Calfskin, it is as well > note, is one of the very newest novelties, and is being used extensively by the dress designers, not only for trimming frocks and coats, but also for making hats and handbags.

A charming and novel idea, the holding of a lavender cabaret in Sydney, which is thus described:—"To be in keeping with the name of the lavender Cabaret, ielr 1 at the Ambassadors, all the novelties were of lavender colour. Bags na s-iehets of lavender were sold, and the committee wore lavender posies tied with ribbons of the same colour. The cabaret will benefit the Deaf, .Dumb, and Blind Institution at Darlington; Girls from the institution's school, in their navy-blue and white uniforms, sold lucky fans and other novelties'."