WOMEN IN PRINT.

Evening Post, Volume CXIII, Issue 142, 20 June 1927, Page 13

WOMEN IN PRINT.

Sir Heaton and Lady Rhodes and Miss Hynes will arrive in Wellington on Wednesday morning from the South for the session.

Mrs. H. E. Kempthorne and Miss oybil Kempthorne arc visiting Mrs. C. W. Adams, Bellevue road, Hutt. Mrs. Shailer Weston and Miss M. Ward have returned to Wellington from Auckland.

Miss Joan Henderson, of Motueka is the guest of Mrs. J. P. Krth, Wadestown, and will later visit relatives in Christchurch and Oamaru.

Mrs. Ernest Hadfield is visiting Napier, whore Miss Gwen Hadfield is a student nurse at the hospital. Miss 'Jean Ludbrook is leaving for Gisbornc to-day, after a visit to Wellington.

„?.£"? Jean Beeg (of the Auckland 1.W.C.A.) left last night on her return to Auckland.

Mr. and Mrs. G. S. Amos, and Mr, and Mrs. Milliken are Wellington vist tors to Auckland.

Lady Cooper is staying at Takapuna, Auckland.

Mrs. Dickenson and Miss R. Anderson, Wellington, arc visiting Auckland.

! Following is the list of hostesses for the Community Club this week:—Monday, Miss Ellison; Tuesday, Mrs. S. H. Kastall; Wednesday, Mrs. A. J. CurtisThursday, Mrs. E. C. Cooper; Friday, Mrs. H. Barbor; Monday, Wellington Suburban Nursing Division. _ Mrs. J. G. Coatcs has issued invitations for an afternoon tea in Old Parliament House, Bowen street, on Thursday, 23rd June, at >'i quarter to four, following tho opening of Parliament.' Miss Marie Newbury, daughter of Mr. Archibald Newbury (Sydney) is touring New Zealand, driving her own motor-car. Miss Newbury wishes to be tho first lady to drive through the North and South Islands. She leaves Christchurch for Dunedin and the Lakes next week, accompanied by her mother and father.

.- J-A marriago has been arranged and will take place early in September, between Edward George Land, eldest son of Mr. George Whiteaway, and the late Mrs. Whiteaway,' of Seltham, Middlesex, and Louli, eldest daughter of the Eev, Canon Bean and Mrs Bean, of Christchurch.

Mrs. A. Thompson, of Linwood, Christchurch, a pioneer of sixty-eight years ago, died at her residenco on Tuesday. She arrived in New Zealand by the ship Sunderland after a four months voyago, and spent tho earlier I years of her life in Christehurch, and on her marriage to the late Mr. J. B. Thompson removed to Bangiora. The members of her family, are Mesdames J. T. Whitford and W. Clark, of Linwood, Mrs. B. Hight, of Featherston, .Misses L. and E. M. Thompson, of .Linwood, Mr. W. D. Thompson, of The Glen, Nelson, and £h-s Rev. F; A. Thompson, of Auckland.

"Since time immemorial it has been our custom to observe Girls' Day," says a message from the children's section of the League of Nations Association in Japan. "This day falls'on 3rd March, and the children had a great reception at Yokohama, when dolls representing the girls of other nations were taken in procession, and welcomed by a committee, headed by Mr. Sekiya Chief of, the Bureau of Primary School Affairs. It was a great day for the girls, and a declaration of peace and friendship was made to the countries which the dolls represented. The boys of Japan hold a festival on the sth of Olay," when the wolfaro of man, justice," equity, peace, self -sacrifice, faith in the future are all reaffirmed, to be made the sußjects of effort in the future. The last clause in tho declaration is as follows: We want you, boys elsewhere, to stand by us in this mighty movement. We always stand ready to put our shoulder to the wheel of human progress." . The death occurred at New Brighton recently, of Miss Marian Mackay, ono of the oldest surviving pioneers oft the Auckland district. At the time of her. death Miss Mackay had resided in New Zealand for 72 years. Sho was born in Nova Scotia, and was the daughter of George and Sarah Mackay, members of a Scottish group of exiles who determined to seek their fortune in a kindlier climate. They were about to leave for Ohio when they heard that land was available for them in South Australia, and straightway they set to work to build and fit out ships in which to make-the long voyage. Many months passed on the journey, and after facing many difficulties on the way, the leaders decided to take some land offered them in Now Zealand, part of Mangere. Tho Odyssey, however, finally ended at Waipu, in the North Auckland peninsula, where each settler received , a grant of land. They made ..their own community, and for many years Gaelic was the only language spoken there. Tho late Miss Maekay was one of the children of this band of pioneers, and was a Presbyterian, giving much of her time'to mission work/ The laßt off (her circle, she will be much missed bpr a large circle of friends and relatives. A,New-Old Custom. A ring has been the accompaniment orl a wedding from time immemorial, and _ now there are signs of a new fashion—a second ring, many feet in diameter (says an exchange). On tlid Dunedin railway station a week or so ago a merry party clasped hands aiul sang "Auld Lang Syne," and the demonstration received explanation when tlie young lady who was being danced round got a shower of confetti. Next" <Uy there was a similar send-off—an-other "Bing-a-ring-a-rosy," and the onlooker at once understood.; it does, not take long for an innovation to develop into a custom when.it is friendly and pietty. In this instance the only added burden is to procure as "best man" somebody w,ho has a singing voice. Now Maternity Hospital. There was a big gathering of people at, Lincoln, when the new maternity hospital, built by the North Canterbury Hospital Board, was formally opened by. Lady Rhodes (says a Southern exchange). There were a number of speeches, arid then, Mr. Otloy called on Lady Rhodes to open the door of the hospital, which she did with a gold key, made in the form of a brooch, and having done so she formally declared the institution open. Cheers were given, for. Lady Bhodes, after which the; 1 building was inspected by tho people present and afternoon tea was served. The new building is two-storied and was built,at a cost of £.4093, including tho present fittings. There is acconunpdation for four patients inside and the construction of the verandah allows for another four. Mr. A. S. Bull was tho builder, and Messrs. Collins and Hannan the architects. .

Girl Oheis Players. Aether stage in the of tho modern girl is marked by her invasion) of the realms of chess. Tho dinners of chess clubs .-were long ago regard Led as the exclusive preserve of the swi, unlesa by special dispensation wive»_ 'were admitted 'to hear of their husbands'.process at the game. Now a different story is told; At English chew' club dinners this year, girls are beconnmg; quite numerous. May -we look ior a crop of female chess masters! .' - ' - ."'..■

Charley's Aunt Club Social. The third night of this year's session of the "Charley's Aunt" Club was held in the Masonic Hall, Wellington terrace on' Friday, and was a successful and enjoyable function. Sir John P. Luke, M.P., presided over an attendance of 500 members, in addition to the entire company of the Wellington Amateur Theatrical Society, who, after the termination of their performance of "Florodora" at the Grand Opera House, were entertained at supper by the club. Dancing was indulged in until 1 a.m. The programme was exceptionally good, provided by the following members:— Messrs. J. Natusch, Cannon, Church, A. Chalk, J. Hines, H. F. Wood, Tilton and West, the Aeolian Quartette (Messrs. Mayall, Church, Coe, and Hall), Miss Ruby Bushby, Masters Hedley Aitken and Bliss, with good items by the club orchestra. The president, Mr. E. A. Batt, in welcoming the "Florodora" company to. the club, complimented them on their revivalof "Florodora," and expressed the hope that their first efforts would be preliminary to further productions of opera aid drama. Mr. lien Barnes responded, and stated that all who had taken part iv the opera had worked strenuously to attain the best results. This, combined with the enthusiasm, he. hoped would create a greater interest in the musical life of the city. A Successful Party.

Mesdames Chris. Marshall and T. Burrell were the hostesses last Thursday evening at the Upper Hutt Community Club. There was a good attendance, and tho evening opened with a community sing. Miss Guthrie was pianist. Games followed, Mr. Thomas (club captain) keeping tho young people amused and occupied* The ping-pong tables were in charge of Miss Harper and Mr.. Batnbone. During short intervals solos were given by Miss O'Flaherty and a recitation by Mr. Alexander. The singing of Auld Lang Syne put a close to a pleasant evening.

,Chinese Ladies' Party. ' An interesting party was held in the Anglican Mission Hall when the Chinese ladies of Wellington and suburbs assembled with their friends to entertain Mrs. D. Wong, the lady missionary connected with the Chinese Mission, who intends to leave shortly on a visit to Sydney, Melbourne, and Hong Kong. Mesdames Chin Ting and Ngan Sui received the guests. The Chinese Consul, Student Consul, Key. and Mrs. Mackenzie, Mr. and Mrs. Jackson, and several of the Chinese merchants were present. Mrs. L. Leong presided, and said how much they owed to their chief guest, who was loved and highly esteemed by all. Musical items were ' given by Misses Pederson, C. Ting, E. and A. Wong Tong, Chung Tack, Yee Hop/and G. Gee, and parlour games were also indulged in; Short speeches were given by Messrs.'Wong Tong, Chin Ting, Ah Leong, Ngan Gay Chong, and Soo Tin Wong. The speakers briefly spoke of Mrs. Wong's devoted and self-sacrificing work, and the splendid service she had rendered to the Chinese community for many years, and all wished her a pleasant and delightful holiday. Mrs. William Spo, on. behalf of the Chinese .women, thanked Mrs. Wong for her sympathy and help. She then presented her with a cheque and three handsome presents, and also with.one from Mrs. K..H. Li. : Mr, H. Jackson responded for' Mrs. Wong/and thanked the Chinese ladies- for their kindness in arranging tho gathering and for, their goodness and courtesy to her during her many years of service, and asked them to accepjb. her,; grateful; thanks , for their hariusomc presents. The' function closed with the-Doxology and prayer by the Eev. Mr. Mackenzie. Levin Memorial Home.

The matron's report given at the meeting of the committee of the Levin Memorial Home stated that the health of'the children was excellent. Grateful ; appreciation. was oxpressed at the splendid contribution from the Twogarment Society. Visitors during the month were Mrs. Hall, Mrs. Hair, and Mrs. Scott, Miss Park (Christchurch), Mr. and Mrs.: Clarke, Mrs. Jenkins, Mrs. Willoughby, Miss Sims, Miss Archibald, and Miss M'Dougall. Mr. Brewin and some of the Toe H have been back again working at the concrete and garden. The "sewing bee" met on 24th May,"■ and the following were present: Mrs. Stace, Mrs. Meek, Mrs. Barnett, Mrs. M'Eldowney, Miss Archibald, Miss Young, Mrs. Durio, and Miss Wheeler, and the last two new members of the auxiliary committee. Gifts received were:—Buns, Miss Young; honey, Mrs. M'Eldowney; material, Miss Longhurst; tiles, Miss Barry; Miss Greenwood, Miss Archibald, and M' Lean and Archibald; clothes, Mrs. Taylor; invitations to pictures, Mr. Tartakover; two afternoons' work, Mr. Brewin; cake and sandwiches, Si. Cuthbert's; papers and coat, Mrs. Barnett; clothes, St. Mary's School, Stratford; luncheon sausage, Luxford; clothes, Mrß. Fraser; cake, Mrs. Carter; coat, Mrs. Collier; clothes, Mrs. Stewart; coat, Mrs. Standen; cake, Miss Archibald and Mrs. Gillespie; party, St. Cuthbert Girls'. Club; afternoon's work, Mr.-Kitchener; 201b honoy, Miss Compton. Donations: Lady Luke &X Is, Island Bay friend £1 Is, Mr. Husband £3. . . • - ■

*. Wedding. The wedding was solemnised in St. r'eter 9 Church of Miss Gwenda E. GibI sou, only daughter of Mr. and Mrs. A. H. Gibson, Ngaio, and Mr. Wilfred W. Payne, second son of Mr. and Mrs. C. H. Payne. The Sev. H. Watson officiated. The bride wore a charming I frock of silver brocade and white georgette, with touches of jade green. Her beautiful embroidered veil was held in I place with a wreath of orange blossoms and her bouquet was of white chrysanthemums and maidenhair fern. The 1 bridesmaid, Miss Nancy Barnes, of Ngaio, wore a pretty frock of jade sat- | in marocairi, with apricot tulle hem, and wore a tulle scarf to match around her hair. She carried a bouquet of 1 lemon and apricot flowers. The little flower girl, Hazel Payne, wore a dainty I frock of white crepe de chine and silk ! lace, and a bandeau of silver leaves and forget -mo - nots completed her toilet, while she carried a little posy of pink and pale blue. Mr. Albert E. Payne was best man. After the ceremony, Mr. tnd Mrs. Gibson leceived their guests at Scott's tearooms, where a very pleasant time was spent. Later, the bride and bridegroom left for a tour ; the bride wearing a new blue tailored coat with smart grey hat to match and handsome fox fur, a present from the bridegroom. A Club Entertained. The.Wellington Lyceum Club was the scene of a very pleasant party on Saturday •.•jfternoon, when the executive of the Women's National Reserve entertained the. members of. the Girls' Club, as an appreciation of the long-continued and special care the members have taken of the. flower decorations at the Soldiers' Memorial Cemetery' at Karori. Mrs. Mathew Holmes, president of the Memorial Cemetery Committee, presided, and welcomed the guests. She told them of what had already been done.tobeautify the cemetery, other than the flowers, and-explained the plans for the future, which, include the erection of the. Cross of Sacrifice and Altar of Remembrance, which it is hoped to.have placed there in time, to make the place in 1i..0 with, all the resting-places of British soldiers abroad, Mrs. Holmes congratulated the girls on their fine effort in the placing of the marble steps 1 at the entrance, and also for the care they had taken that there were always fresh flowers, week by week; no small task, especially in the winter time. The special thanks of the committee were given to the Girls ' Club for the'work they had done so long and so willingly. Miss Black, who has recently been on a visit to Australia, and was there during the visit of the Duke and Duchess of York, gave an account of her trip. She described the wonderful decorations at the big balls at both Sydney and Melbourne, at one of -which the ballroom was made to look like the courtyard of an old castle,^ while the supper room was reached through a vista of Australian bush. Miss Black was in Canberra, and described the city as far as' it has been built. She said that the present tendency was to build a certain size of house in different positions, arid no one could build without reference . to. the Commission. Districts are named after a national flower, with the principal street called after the capital-of the country. There is a manuka district, frith a Wellington avenue, so that New-Zealand is represented. Miss Black showed a number of pictures which made hor address the more interesting. During the afternoon there was an amusing competition, and the Misses Chudley sang, Afternoon tea was served,, and the occasion passed off very pleasantly. A Teacher In China.. An interesting story of China is told by Miss Alisonv Borlay, who arrived in .Dunedin from .Australia last week. She has been attending a, school^ in I China at a very high elevation (says. Lan exchange). The climb requires six bearers, and occupies three hours, and by this means Miss Borlay attended | the school each day. The contending force* recently met in.the valley, and Miss Bpriay and her, fellow-school associates: witnessed a real battle. Aeroplanes and artillery were in action. Tho battle lasted for six hours, during which period the school attendants we're in constant fear that they might be attacked, but the retreating force was pursued, and th.c school. was left untouched. ...-'' . Care of Teeth. .■ The Hataitai branch, of the League of Mothers was fortunate at their Jast meeting in having Mr. Saunders from the Dental Clinic to talk to them on tho subject of children 'a teeth. ;It was a most interesting and instructive talk, giving many hints as to what young children should be given, or not given, to eat in order to preserve their teeth ■ and enjoy good health. Ninety-five per cent, of the children attending primary schools have decayed teeth, and much of this should bo prevented, and could be with proper dieting. Nature has provided an ideal fruit—the apple—and it should be eaten more to keep teeth perfectly Mean, and free from all acids, said the speaker; Wholemeal bread, hard crusts, fresh fruit, and vegetables are also ideal, while starchy and sugary food 3 should: bo avoided. Dental der cay could be eliminated hi a generation if parents provided children with a correct diet. Mr. Saunders also showed diagrams and models of teeth, and he wag heartily thanked for his informative talk. During the afternoon, at which Mrs, Nieolson presided, after* noon tea was Berved, and Mrs.'Harris gave two songs. -\'i.