WOMEN IN PRINT.

Evening Post, Volume CXIII, Issue 105, 6 May 1927, Page 13

WOMEN IN PRINT.

Mrs. M. Eichclbaum, Wellington, is visiting Heleusville.

Mr. and Mrs. W. L. Ward, Wellington, are visiting Auckland. Mr. and Mrs. J. Barr, Wellington, are staying at the White Star Hotel, Queenstown, as well as guests from England, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand.

Miss Rita Chapman has returned to Napier after a visit to Wellington. Mentioned by "The Post's" London correspondent as having been in London on 25th March were Mr. Jones Malfroy, Mrs. and Miss Carmalt Jones, Dr. and Mrs. Barcroft (Hastings), Mr. and Mrs. R. E. Hayes, and Miss Hayes (Wellington). ,

Lady Wolsely, who has been visiting Christchurch, has left for Mount Cook.

Mrs. Erie Stevens was a passenger for England by the Tainui. While in London she will be the guest of her mother, Lady Parr.

Mr. Jan Caryll (Wellington), the ■well-known danseur, and his partner, Delysej are appearing at the Victoria Palace as well as at the Cabaret at the Empress Rooms, Boyal Palace Hotel, Kensington, says "The Post'^" London correspondent, writing on 25th March. Eecently they have been appearing at most of the London clubs and cabarets, and they have now been booked for a tour of the Moss Halls with their new music hall act. They came to London on the completion of a three weeks' tour of the Midland Hotels in Liverpool and Manchester, which was a very pleasant engagement. . The social circle of the Early Settlers' Association are opening their season with a plain.- and fancy dress 'dance to be held shortly. A large attendance is anticipated, and everything is in readiness for a good night's entertainment.

There was a big gathering at the Kantane Home yesterday on the occasion of the building being officially opened by the Hon. J. A; Young (Minister of Health), and as the cola was somewhat bitter, the guests were glad of the warming afternoon tea which followed onan hour of speeches. Those who had not already seen the building equipped for work were able to do so yesterday, and much praise was bestowed upon the tasteful furnishings and fittings. ,Mrs. Hall, who is president of the Plunket Society, with Lady Chapman and Mrs. M'Vicar (vice-pre-sidents) received the guests at the head of the steps, and among the many present were noticed Mr. and Mrs. Norwood, Mr. and Mrs. Troup, Dr. and Mrs. Valintine, Mr. and Mrs.-Amos, Sir James and Lady Allen, the Hon. R. A. Wright, Miss Downie Stewart, Miss Barnett, Lady M'Gavin, Sir John Luke, Misa Cameron, Miss E. Ward, Archdeacon Innes-Jones, Mrs. Salmon, Mrs. Georgo Nathan,' .Colonel Hunter, Miss Hall, Mrs. C. Eiehardson, Mr. and Mrs. Chapman,' Mrs. W. Luke, Mrs. Corkill Mrs. Gill, Mr. C. M. Luke and Mrs. Luke, Mr. Castle, Mr. A. J. M'Curdy, Mr. P. Fraser, M.P., Dr. Moricc and Miss C. Morice, Mrs. F. Leckie and Miss H. Leckie. Apologies for absence were received from the Prime Minister (tho Right Hon. J. G. Coates), several members of Cabinet, and many others. Through the courtesy of Miss M'Kay, tho matron, Mrs. M: Domb, and Mrs. .Logan arranged a,musical programme, which was given to" the inmates of the Home of Aged ana Needy last night by the Felix Benefit Entertainers. Tho entertainment was thoroughly enjoyed. Itoms were given by Miss Ormona, Messrs. Ted Watson, W. D. Watson, A. Black, ana E, Davidson. Supper was served. The chair was taken by Mr. M. Domb. ■■ , .

A kindly and commendable interest is being displayed throughout Now Zealand in the affaipg of the Jubilee Institute for the Blind, states an Auckland exchange. As the result of collections made by Mr. Walter P. Darby, of Auckland, through the sale of a booklet, over £84 has been hanclcd over to tho institution. The trustees, in expressing gratitmlo to Mr. Darby, are also gratoful to the subscribers to the booklet. Good work should-bo done by the women's divisions of the Farmers' Union, as the members hold regular meetings throughout the Dominion, where matters connected with thc<welfnro of tho women and children in tho country receive thought and help whero necessary. A meeting hold in Hastings, under the presidency of Mrs. D. Rigger, made final arrangements for holding a shop in aid of tho bush nurse amY housekeeper fund, and a letter was received from Mrs. Poison (Dominion president) stating that the services of suitablo persons would be available for tho Hawkcs Bay district about the middle of May. At Invcrcargill Mrs. M'Kenzio presided over a good meeting, whon it wns stated that £29 had been sent in from a recent sale. The question of facilities for cooking by electricity in the country was raised by a member, and after an_ interesting discussion tho matter was held over for the present. A lottor received from Mrs. Pow (honorary secretary of the Dominion executive) regarding the suggested badgo was received, and the mooting agreed to the design, suggesting the addition of a fern-leaf.

The King has .approved tho appointment of Lady Maud Hoaro to be aDame Commander of tho Order of the British Empire. Dame Maud Hoare is the wife of Sir Samuel Hoare, Secretary of State for Air, and she returned to London after a 10,000-milo flight with her husband to India and back to Cairo, from which they travelled by and train across tho Continent. During tho great journey, which was free from any mishap, Sir Samuel and Dame Maud experienced an earthquako on the North-West Frontier, dust storms on the Persian Gulf, snow and rain storms, Delhi's first "London" fog, and 40 miles an hour desert headwinds.

Among hundreds of other attractions at the Sydney Boyal Siiow (when, the rain poured down disastrously), wore wonderful tableaux arranged by various k^ncss firms. One mentioned by a Wellington visitor was a beautifully-ar-ranged Eastern scone. There wero Egyptian slaves artistically clothed in exquisito colouring, some with gorgeous scarves with wonderful cleopatra-like figures the slaves carryong-long-handled peacock feather fans, etc., and many other handsome Eastern things gathered together to make a wonderful effect. Another good scene represented red and white bathing tents, and at intervals the doors of these wero opened, and elegant young girls in the latest bathing creations and surf cloaks were to be seen, while in front were children in the prettiest possible surf suits, buckets and spades and all complete. There was a ballroom scene, but that, though beautiful, was more.commonplace. The writer says there were said to be about 800 New Zealanders in Sydney and she wondered what they thought, for the ram poured for days without intermission, and while waiting to sco thei Koyalties at the Show sho became wedged into a crowd, and was for two hours in- teeming rain—and at tho end of it all did not manage to sco thornJ The writer says: "The Show is to bo kept open till Saturday evening, anil the committee has decidedy not to charge any Tents for rooms for exhibits, which is most sporting of them, as they have already lost heavily, but it will give the other people a chance to make up for the impossible days."

Concerning nevr colourings, a Sydney writer says:—Nowadays we call for Spanish raisin, and for prune, and grape, Burgundy, plum shades, until the names placed upon tho fabrics by the sartorial experts and foreign designers suggest dinner menus rather than apparel. Spanish raisin, with its richness and atmosphere of comfort am! warmth, is a favourite in the hearts ot the women- shoppers for the winter months, and with dark fur, or extremely pale fur of the fluffy variety, is enchanting. However, complexions must be considered, and fabrics to be worn ni the daylight should be chosen in the daylight and not under electric light, such as is the case when buyius evening frocks. The woman with the bright complexion (either naturally so or out ot a box) should avoid the deep crushed purples and seize upon the colours that soften into browns and fawns Ihe fair woman would find her colouring enhanced in the choice of dark wine shades and. cendre tints. Hats to wear with Spanish raisin should either exactly tone or contrast sharply it is a delicious colour when handled well, but treacherous if placed in too close proximity with shades which clash and 'shriek." Light gloves and stockmgs, and one of tSe .new snap-shut vhandb.a.gs with gathered leather and handles-! ■ ' ■ '

An evening -wedding took place recently at St. Thomas''Church; Newtown, when Florence Esther, fifth daughter of Mr. and Mrs. T. G. Sergent, of Owen street, was married to Richard Joseph, eldest son of the late Mr. and Mrs.. Williams, of Evans Bay. The ceremony was performed by the Rev. C. V. Rooke, and Mr. W. H. Colta presided at the organ. The bride wore a dainty frock of ivory crepe de chine and lace. Her tulle veil, which was daintily worked in silver, formed the train, held in place with a coronet of orange blossoms, ana she carried a shower bouquet of roses, asters, and maidenhair fern, tied with white satin streamers. Miss .Vauda Stsrgent was chief bridesmaid, arid wore a frock of figured shell pink taffeta made in early Victorian style, with a hat and bouquet to tone. Miss Bessie Williams was in almond green taffeta, with a hat and bouquet to match They also wore gold armlets, the gift of the bridegroom. Little Beverley Wanden who led the bridal party, had a dainty frock of white taffeta, embroidered in pink and blue flowers, and her headdress was of gold tissue with tulle rosettes on each side. She carried a crook tied with pink and blue streamers. Mr W. Williams was best man. As the bride .left the church she was presented with a silver horseshoe by little Hillary Breedon. After .- the ceremony a reception was held at the Basin Reserve Pavilion, where over seventy guests were received by the bride's mother, who wore a frock of black Satin, and lace, a black hat, and carried a posy of red roses and asters. Later, the bride and bridegroom left by motor for the North, the bride travelling in a sax blue repp frock and winecoloured coat, trimmed with fur. and a hat to match.

An interesting account is given 'in the "Church Chronicle" of To Waipoanamu College, Christchurch, which is used for the higher education .of Maori girls, and the training'of women •for work for the missions fields. A beautiful little chapel attached to 'the'-col-lege was opened recently, which-had been designed and erected as a Maori building, following the best traditions of Maori art and architecture. All the docorations have been copied from Native designs, and these also have booh adapted for the equipment for the altar, most of the articles "being gifts from those interested in the work. The students come from all parts of New Zealand, and therefore the interest in tho college should bo widespread. The girls live in what practically is a home, surrounded by a large'garden and fields, a thoroughly healthy life for Native girls. The sisters-in-charge place development of character flrst, and aim at high efficiency in domestic 'accomplishments as well as at a thoroughly good standard of general education. IJIO training and testing of those who offer for mission work is part of the valuable work of this college. Tlio collego is not entirely self-supporting, as ninny cannot pay moro than part of their keep, therefore gifts woukl be gladly accepted by. tho Diocesan Treasurer, Christchurch.

A Christchurch lady who is visiting Auckland finds tho cold snap of the last week uncomfortable. So early in tho year she has never experienced such ?<°A ' cveu in her home town, says tho Star. ' "In this sort of weather I think your tramcars are anything but snug," she told an Aueklander. "No one seems to bother to close tho doors with the result that chill blasts sweep through tho car. In Christchurch the conductors are required by regulation to close all doors whenever they pass through on their frequent faro-collect-lng trips. Passengers naturally follow this example. No doubt you are very glad that the doors should be left open in sultry summer weather, but whon it is so cola I think you might, for once take a page ,out of our book." The same applies to Wellington people, but, unfortunatoly, when tho winter is over they begin to close tho tram doors, and continue the habit in the summer tune, when the effect is stifling.

A successful enterprise was carried out m the display of the work of the pupils of St. Mark's School, which was held yesterday in the schoolroom, comprising sowing, writing, raffia work, cooking, flower work, and botany, (Wing aad painting. There was a section for parents as well, ana home products were entered for judging. During the afternoon and evening the children presented a programme of their school and other songs. A first aid demonstration was given by the' elasscs who are taught that subject by voluntary teachers, Mrs. Gaby and Mrs. Betts. Afternoon tea, provided by the parents, was served. ■ The results in the home products section are as follows:—Loaf of home-made bread: Mrs. H. Wilson 1. Loaf nut bread: Mrs. Davidson 1, Mrs. Madely 2. Six gems: Mrs. Scott 1. Sponge sandwich: Mrs. bulivan 1. Shortbread: Mrs. Bourne and Mrs. Middleton 1. Pickles: Mrs. ■Lewis 1. Pickled Cabbage: Mrs. Murdoch and Mrs. Hutton 1. Sauce: Mrs. Croll, Mrs. Moss, and Mrs. .Madely. Chutney: Mrs. Madely 1. Plum jam: Mrs. Moss and Mrs. Roberts 1. Apple jelly: Miss B. Holm 1, Mrs. Madely 2. Other jelly: Mrs. Houris 1. Pikelets: Mrs. Middleton 1. .German biscuits: Mrs. Roberts I.' Biscuits: Mrs. Fry 1. Fancy cakes: Mrs. Scott 1. Jam rolls: Mrs. Scott 1. Sausage rolls: Mrs. Fry 1. Almond toffee: Miss Davidson 1. Crochet work: Mrs. Webster 1. Coloured fancy work: Miss Wright. The cup, which was. won by St. Mark's School at the Winter Show, was exhibited to the parents for the first time yesterday. Among the large number present during the afternoon were the church wardens of St. Mark's, Messrs. W. J. Gau«,n ,ana G- A- Kennedy, also Mr. W. Madeley, secretary of the school committee. The vicar, the Rev. H. E. K. Fry, in the course of a brief speech, when he presented certificates to the successful children, congratulated the headmistress and her staff on the splendid exhibition of work.

A lecture' on wounds was given by Dr. Sylvia Chapman at the Masonic Hall, Donald M'Lean street, this week, to the members of the Wellington faouth Cursing Division. The doctor with the aid of diagrams, described the different kinds of wounds and the process of healing. The lady superintendent' thanked the lecturer on behalf of members for the instructive and intersting lecture given. Arrangements were made for members to attend at several parks for football duty during the season, and also for members to -take part in demonstration of ambulance work at the annual meeting of the St. John Ambulance Association, to be held shortly.

The Wellington Nursing Division of the St. John Ambulance held the fortnightly meeting in'the Sydney. Street Schoolroom recently, when arrangements were made for members to attend the various sports grounds during the coming season. Members were thanked for helping with the sale on Poppy Day. Members were also on :duty. at the Cenotaph on Anzac Day. Chapter 111. of the First Aid Book and practical work was taken by Miss M'Knight (acting lady superintendent) and officers. A large number was present.,

One of the things the child-study psychologists have taught is the folly of refusing to yield to a child's fear of the dark. Yielding is not in question; it is sheer brutality not to accept as a real infirmity this particular obsession of the young mind, says a writer in an exchange. Yet there are still parents who, having either forgotten their own infancy, or who have never been troubled by night visions, insist on treating this manifestation of fear as a form of naughtiness. They are apparently incapable of appreciating the simple truth that nothing is to be gained by callously compelling a child to remain in a darkened room. No child ever developed into a better man or woman in later years because such so-callad '''disciplinary" measures were adopted by ignorant adults. Fears and dreads aro not overcome by such methods. Much more often, acute mental suffering is the. result, a result that leaves its imprint well on into adult life. It is useless to keep on asking a child what it is afraid of in the dark. It only knows, poor little soul, that the darkness holds something to which it can give no name other than terror. Let the little one be gently reasoned with, by all means; but let it never be made to foel that its fears are something to be ashamed of. To try to mako a child feol shame in such circumstances is to encourage it' to hide those fears from its own parents, and pave the way to other concealments later on. Understanding sympathy is the only cure for childish "nerves," and any disciplinary measures that lack such sympathy will but aggravate the trouble.

Lady As tor is responsible for the formation of a Parliamentary Committoo to considor tho solicitation laws, which it is claimed lead to grave injustico to innocent women, and even, some assert, to blackmail. Her ease lias surely been strengthened by an incident occurring lately in Glasgow when a lady claimed and won damages for wrongful arrest against the city police. She was taken up when merely waiting for a motor-car with two men acquaintances. "One wonders if this is really tho year 1927," commonts one women's papor on the occurrence. Tho counsel who defended the police tried to make out "that they had reasonable cause for their suspicion," and also tho fact that they wore in good faith, "yhich should justify their action." The lady, howovcr,. gained her caso with £300 damages. No doubt other equally innocent women have thus suffered, for it as not possible for all to bring a case