WOMEN IN PRINT

Evening Post, Volume CV, Issue 127, 31 May 1928, Page 15

WOMEN IN PRINT

Miss Dorothy Elliott, ITeilcling, lias beon paying a visit to Wellington. Mrs. E. V. West has returned to Palmerstpn North from Wellington. Mr. and Mrs. H. Clere have been the guests of Mrs. Cyril Dermer, Feilding. Mrs. J. A. Foster, Hataitai, is the guest of Mrs. W. L. Young, Wangamii. Mrs. Bruce, Island Bay, is' a visitor to Carterton. Mr. and Mrs. W. Dalziell, Masterton, are visiting Auckland. Mrs. Fowler, Brooklyn, is- a visitor to Mrs. Howard Jackson, Carterton, Mrs. Frazer has accompanied Mr. Justice Frazer on his tour in the South. Wellington visitors to Auckland include Miss M. Gordon, Miss M. Myers, Miss Zander, and Miss Graham. Mr. .and Mrs. W. Eobson have returned to Ormond (Gisborne) from Wellington. Miss Cora Hubbard, Pahiatua, is the guest of. Mrs. Willis, Wadestown. Mrs: Phil Nathan has been the,guest of Mrs. H. de Costa, Whataupoko; Poverty Bay. Mrs. Gilray, has returned to Napier after a visit to Wellington. I Mrs. Ruddock has paid a brief visit to Wellington, having motored down I from Napier. Miss Dysart has returned to Napier from Wellington. Mr. and Mrs. J. W. Brodie are paying a visit to Auckland. Mrs. Denton Leech, Dunedin, who has been staying with Mrs. Meadoiveroft, Mount street, left for the South last night. Mr. and Mrs. Stanley Natuseh (Miss Betty Blake), who arrived from England recently, will take up their residence1 at Plunket street. Advice has been received that Dr. Mary Champtaloup has qualified at the Otago University, Dunedin, for the Diploma of Public Health. Dr. Champtaloup, who is an Aucklander, is a sister of the late Dr. S. T. Champtaloup, who was professor of bacteriology at Otago University. Dance at St. Francis's Hall. A very bright and cheerful evening was spent at St. Francis's HaU last night, when the second dance given by the combined branches of the Junior Reform and Constitutional League took place. There was representatives of most of the i branches present, and with the best of music and many pretty frocks, the scene was a very pleasant one. Supper was set downstairs, the tables being tastefully arranged with flowers. Mr. Boys introduced the speaker for the evening, the Hon. F. J. Eolleston, who took the place of the Prime Minister, as he was unable ' to attend. Mr. Eolleston commended the formation of the Junior League, and said that the older members looked to them for great things in the future, and they had his beat wishes. The hearty vote of thanks was accorded to the Minister with applause. Among those present were Sir John and Lady Luke, the latter wearing black with jet beading; Mrs. C. W. Earle, in black with silver.lace; Mrs. Beryl Kelly, in< pink taffetas, with sash of pink tulle; Mrs. Bobinson, in black and white; Mr. and Mrs. Cecil Eobinson, the latter in shot silk; Eileen Stevens, in black georgette, with gold embroidery; Misa Audrey Bethel, Miss J. ]sarke, Miss M. Eonaldson, Miss N. Jackson, Miss Recce, Miss J. Hodges, Dr. Brown, Mr. Leicester, Mrs. Corrigan,' Mxsa Evans, Miss Archer, Miss F. Collins, Miss M. Eobertson, an apology was received from Mrs. Coates, Miss M. Wiltshire, Mr. W. E. Hollings, Mr. Evans, Mr. N. Hannah, Mr. C. A. Steele, Mr. J. :Ellis, Miss Nicholls, Mrs. I. 09 Oakley, Mr. C. R. Barnicoat, Mr. C. Lawrence, Mr. Stowe, Mr. Laurenson,. Miss W. Wallace, Miss I. Wolfgang, Miss Oakes and Miss M. Oakes, Mr. Bray, Mr. and Mrs. C. Corrigan, Mr. and Mrs. Roberts. The committee consisted of Messrs. R. Boys, H. Reid, C. E. Harvey, L. Hancock, K. Leicester, N. J. Lewis, P. H. Sykes, J. D. Quickc, Misses N. L. Jackson, JST. Ronaldson, and K. ; Eeeee. Successful Evening Party. The charming Jacobean Room at Kirkcaldie 's was well filled last evening, when a combined bridge and fivehundred party was held ia. aid of the funds for the bazaar which is to be held for Wellington College at tho end of the year. Mr. and Mrs. Archibald, assisted by a committee, made excellent arrangements, and the party proved a great auccesa. Supper was served in tho lounge, and some delightful music was given by Miss Barry and NMiss Ngaire Coster, with Miss G. Uphain as accompanists Among those- who made up tables were Mesdames J. P. Firth, M'Gill, Greening, E. Roberts, Adams, 3T. Holdsworth, Meadoweroft, C. F. Smith, Simpson, Baker, Broad, •C. Wilson, Brodie, Paltz, Stevens,' Osborne, Searle, Armour, W. Ballinger, B. Caughley, Thompson; Eaviour-Smith, Finch, Mack, T. Orr, E. J. Archibald, S. Kirkcaldie, J. Kirkcaldie, Eattray, Misses Gross, Standidge, Fryer, Wittich, King, M. Loudin, Meadoweroft, Eves, M,'Leod, Whitmill, Bull, Barry, Upham, Coster, "Messrs. Alexander, Tomlinson, Fyffe, Joseph, Heron, Hislop, and others. A Matter for Surprise. "One thing that- nmazed me very much in Melbourne was the number of horses one sees," says a recent visitor. "Great brewery wagons, milling company's wagons, etc., generally drawn by. four huge and beautiful animals, wonderfully groomed, and with shining brass on their harness. But not only these horses; there were many others, especially about the wharves on the Yarra. In the suburbs, too, one saw so many. Bakers, milkmen, fruiterers, and butchers all use them, and they are so well cared for. One was quite astonished to Bee a board set up at the bottom of a steep road in Toorak with 'The road is steep, save your horse,' painted on one side; and on the other was, 'Be kind to animals.' In these motor-driven times it was rather amazing.'' Women Legislators. In the United States there are 126 women in the State Legislatures of the different States for 1928, being two more than for 1927, Virginia has the first woman negro member, Mrs. E. Howard Harper. Auckland N.C.W. Miss Carnachan was re-elected to the position of president of tho Auckland National Council of Women, with Miss Flatt and Mrs. M'Nair as secretary and treasurer respectively. The report stated that there were 34 affiliated societies, with 60 representatives. Acknowledgements. Tho Welfare- Branch of the W.N.R. have received grateful acknowledgement from the matron of the Porirua Mental Hospital of hampers sent by the Feilding, Palmerston North, Wadestown, Khandallah, and Lower Hutt Welfare circles; also gramophone records from the Wadestown circle, and jam from the Lower Hutt circle. The Welfare Branch also acknowledges with thanks a donation from the Kimbolton circle. The committee and matron of St. Mary's Homes, Karori, desire to thank tho Two-Garrnout Society for their splendid gift of garments to their homes.

Child Welfare Investigation. The League of Nations Child Welfare Committee is to undertake an investigation in eight countries into the problem of children whose environment exposes them to social or moral danger (states a London paper). The work and methods of visiting nurses and social workers in the slums will be studied and compared, as well as the treatment undertaken by institutions. After the results of this investigation have been considered by the committee, the inquiry will be extended further. The £1000 given by the American Association for Social Hygiene will bo utilised for this study. Other matters considered by the committee at its recent session show the necessity of such an inquiry. Thus, Dame Katherine JPurse, the British delegate, made a striking report on the slum child's poor chances of healthy recreation. Bobbed of any healthy outlet for their spirit of play, slum children fall back on cinemas and dancing halls, and spend their spare time in fetid atmospheres as, bad for their physical health as the pictures they witness are often for their moral and mental welfare. Another danger that threatens the child, which was discussed by the committee, is that of alcohol. Its conclusion was that a new International inquiry is necessary. This would answer the question as to whether the ever-increasing popularity of sport has made a difference to the amount of intoxicants consumed. It would be of value to compare the measures taken in different countries to restrict the amount of alcohol sold to young people. The success of Juvenile Courts .has been proved by a report of an inquiry made by the League of Nations in collaboration with the International Penitentiary Committee. The Child Welfare Committee urged Governments which have not already done so to adopt the system. The League, by undertaking expert investigations into these complicated questions, is finding the best ways to tackle the problems and to better the health and welfare of young peopie all the world over. Motor-boat Racing. The Duchess of York has succeeded in focussing the attention of sportswomen on motor boating as a thrill and an amusement by presenting a trophy fov outboar/l motor-boat racing in England (states an English exchange). Miss Violet Cordery, who visited Melbourne last April in the course of her adventurous motor tour of the world, has just bought a motor boat,'and intends trying her skill in this new direct tion. Miss Carstairs, an Englishwoman who already has a reputation for daring motor-boat racing, actually! proposes to cross the Atlantic in her boat. No special skill is required for the handling of this craft. Indeed, it is easier to manoeuvre than a car. The sport is not an expensive one. It is said rhat a motor-boat is not more costly to maintain than a medium-sized car. Winter Screens. Screens are one of the most useful as well as one of the most decorative items in theymodern home, assuming a real importance in the house where there are any children to consider (says an exchange). The ordinary nursery guard may range in price from 10s 6d upwards for the blade and brass to the super-quality one which has, perhaps, rustless steel top, and may cost anything up to &5. There are, however, quite cheap and most excellent guards to be had which are within the reach of 'even the smallest income. Never has there been more chance of showing individuality than at present in draught screens. It is possible to buy most attractive screens and decorate them at home according to one's own ideas on the subject, or else to buy them ready for immediate use. For those who'must consider the question of cost, it is perhaps most economical to get something that can be moved from room to room, and one that will look right whether in nursery, bedroom, or sitting-room—wherever, in fact, the children may' be. A four-fold screen sft 6in high, on a strong frame,, and covered with coarse canvas in as neutral shade, or one of the dark x or light greens, is perfect. This may be bought quite cheaply, and if some' artistic decoration is required, then it can be ; hand-painted, or it can be adorned with j applique designs, in either coloured canvas or casement cloth, and stuck to, the background with strong gum. There are others,'of course, all ready for use. i A very jolly affair that would do for j the children's use could be made by i covering with a material patterned in white Teddy bears and small children at play; this would delight the hoarta of any youngsters. It could have a green ground—restful to youthful eyes —and could be .finished strongly with a green and pinky coloured gimp. A i quite charming and uncommon screen about sft 6in in height could have panels inserted at the top, only on a green canvas background. Each panel on the four folds to have a bold applique design of an Egyptian scene. Beauty Taking to Work. Mrs. Frank Davidson, better known as Miss Beryl Mills, the "Miss Australia" of 1926, who recently married a member of the "Daily Guardian's" literary staff, has decided to capitalise her extensive knowledge, and experience of advertising, and will be known as '' Miss Mills,'' publicity agent, with au ; advertising service established in chambers in Sydney. Miss Mills was a' great favourite, and it is said showed modesty, quiet and ladylike behaviour in her publicity stunts, making friends in that way which would have never come to her if she had not had personal charm and dignity. It is anticipated that she will be successful in hor new venture. A Necessary Effort. An organising "after-care association of citizens" is being formed under the | leadership of Mrs. T. B. Strong to procure a cottage school or something simi- ' lar, preferably out of the city, where subnormal children may get tho greatest benefit from special teachers and where they may be cared for after school age. It is not intended to duplicate societies, and a conference of the existing educational and social welfare authorities will be held to avoid overlapping of effort. There is great wastage and human misery caused when these children are allowed to drift, and there is no place at present to keep them after school ago where they may be happily employed and where their special training may be made to support them. The cost to the State if they drift is alarming, and this society wishes to concentrate all efforts to help in this work. "Thoroughly Bored." Poor Bert Hinkler! (says a writer in the "Adelaide Observer"). The very sight of the brave yet unassuming airman at any public function told how little all the publicity stunt appealed to him. Ho looked thoroughly bored, yet got through with it all in a very quiet, natural way. Every time he made a speech, one felt he would sooner be in a pair of overalls screwing up nuts and oiling obstinate screws. He looked as though he were thinking to himself, "Isn't this the limit?" The dinners, and speeches, and publicity, and all the rest of it seem to dim the glory of his. superb achievement somehow. They do not "go" with the magnificent spirit of the man.

Gowns for Afghan Queen. One of tho gowns which tho Queen of Afghanistan wore during her London visit was a superb Rue-do-la-Paix frock of rich pink silk, brocaded with gold and silver thread in a sumptuous design, the sweeping court train giving dignity to its elegance (says an exchange). The dress was draped across the front, over a kind of surplice underdress, with a wide band of rich embroidery through which the shimmering metal of the brocade gleamed softly. The drapery was clasped to the figure on the left side by a striking ornament of native Afghan goldsmith 's work set in diamonds of marvellous beauty. The coat which Her Majesty wore over the dreas was of the same shot brocade. These two garments were made in 36 hours, Worth's sewing-women working night and day in unintorrupted.relays. When completed the fabrics looked as if no human hands had touched them, so daintily had the work been accomplished. Princess Bibi, the Queen's sister, selected a white and gold . brocade dress enriched with sparkling diamante embroidery, and her coat, of the same material, had a superb sable collar. An afternoon toilette, specially designed for the Queen of Afghanistan, was in orchid satin, with a circular skirt. This was drawn upwards in front, to break the line of tho hem, and the folds were caught together beneath three diamond buckles set one below the other. ' This gown was exceedingly becoming to the Queen, who wore her European toilettes with natural grace and ease. For some other dresses which were to be made by Worth for Her Majesty the materials were to be sent to Paris from Kabul, and woven by native weavers, as the Queen has a very natural wish to encourage home industry. She .ordered an extensive trousseau, each dress, completed by a coat or cloak, a detail not within reach of all women. Her furs, like her diamonds, were of the choicest, I and it was a very queenly figure that this royal visitor from distant Afghanistan revealed to her European' hosts and hostesses. . . ■ .'■:. ■. A Uniaue Position. America boasts that she has the only woman stage manager in the world (says an exchange). She is Miss Maude Howoll, a Califorhian, and graduate of Leland Stanford University. When young she developed an interest in drama, and directed student plays at high schools, then became an actress, joining the Jessie Bonstelle stock company at Cleveland, Ohio. With v this company she gained experience at stage managing on a small scale. : Then ambition compelled Miss Howell to strike out for Broadway. Her big chance came with George Arliss in the "Green Goddess." At first she was told it was impossible for her, or any woman, to become a stage manager. She would have to manage burly workmen, mechanics, electricians, and the job did not call for a woman at all. So she asked to be made assistant stage manager. They agreed to this, and the play opened in Philadelphia. A few days later tho stage manager was seized with appendicitis. Miss Howell applied for the job, and the producers meekly gave in. Ever since she has stage managed for George Arliss—five years in the "Green .Goddess," a year in London, then in "Old English," and now in New York, where he is producing Shakespeare's "Merchant of Venice." Women in Commerce. Austria has now admitted women to the Commercial Exchange in Vienna, but the Stock Exchange still excludes them (says an exchange). Frau Emmy Freundlich is at present the only woman on tho League of Nations Economic Committee, as she was also the only woman on the preparatory committoe for the Economic Conference last year. She' is president of the International Co-operative Women's Guild. An Interesting Woman. Tho Auckland League of Penwomen gave a farewell party recently to Dr. Mildred Staley, who is leaving New Zealand shortly as a delegate to the Women's „ Pan-Pacific Conference, at Honolulu, and then will go on to America and Canada. As a parting gift from the members she was presented with a leather toilet case, tho work of one of the art section members. Dr. Staley has had a most unusual career. With the highest degrees, specially trained in midwifery and dentistry, she,/at the age 'of '■ 22 years, went from London to join her brother, who, at 23, was a Magistrate in a part of East em Bengal. Her work among the natives in her brother's district called for great courage and skill. No other doctor being within hundreds of miles, Dr. Staley had to undertake on her own responsibility serious major operations, sometimes of the most revolting .character. There was no hospital available, so she was compelled ..to operate often in the open, with the whole village looking on. In spite of all the tragic things that happened in India, Dr. Staley told members of the Penwomen's League that the British Government deserved great praise for the magnificent administrative work it had done and was still doing (states the "New Zealand Herald). For seventeen years Dr. Staley worked in India, rich in the friendship of such noted women as Dr. Lilian Hamilton, who was the only white woman in the capital of Afghanistan^ and Dr. Alice Marvel;., of Cawnporo,' whose portrait in stained glass is now in a window of the new Liverpool Cathedral. Her experiences as Psyschiatrist in English Mental Institutions and Prisons, of her war service in France and Serbia, have yet to be told. Decorated by France with the Croix de Guerre, and by Serbia with the Order of St. Saba, Gold Crown,. Dr. Staley's services have been widely recognised. She is a..leading."spirit of the Howard Reform League, a leader in the Loaguo of Nations Union, an officer of the Play Association, and a, supporter, of the Prohibition cause. A large assortment ,of wearing apparel, which has been collected by . a committee of ladies in aid of the Lewishain Hospital Building Fund, will be sold to-morrow ' (Friday), from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m., in a shop in Ghuznee street adjoining Regal House, at the corner of Cuba street and Ghuznee .street.