HERE AND THERE

Evening Post, Volume CXII, Issue 117, 13 November 1931, Page 13

HERE AND THERE

Anglican Girls' Club Society. An enjoyable evening in connection with the A.G.C.S. annual inter-club show washeld recently in St. Peter's Young Women 's Club rooms, when there was a large and enthusiastic crowd present from all the various clubs. During the first part of the evening an interesting programme of music and elocution was rendered, alsg some fancy' dances from different oluu members, and much appreciated by all present. Mrs. Sprott presented the certificates and trophies to the success-ful-competitors, the senior banner being won'by St. Peter's, while St. Mary's (Karori) came second. The special cup donated by Mrs. Sprott, for tho girl who won the highest number of points, went to Miss Newcombe (St. Mary's), Miss Lyon (St. Peter's) being second. St. Aidan's (Miramar) won the banner in tho basketball competition, when there was some keen interest displayed. During the1 evening Miss Watson referred to the interest always displayed by Mrs. Sprott towards the A.G.C.S. activities, notwithstanding her busy life, and presented her with a beautiful bouquet of roses. Mrs. Gaby, who has been connected with the society for many years, was presented with- the society's badge, being made a life member of the society; this was followed by the singing of "For She's a Jolly Good Fellow" and three hearty cheers. After supper the evening was brought to a close with the singing o£ Auld Lang Syne. League of Mothers. . , The final meeting of the Eataitai branch of the League of Mothers was a most successful one. Over a hundred members were present, including several visitors from other branches. Mrs. M' Rao (president for the coming year) welcomed one and all, and said she hoped for the co-operation of all members in her new duties. Several new members were initiated. It was decided to take tho usual yearly treat to the Soldiers' Hostel in the form of a concert, supper, and gifts, generous donations for these being promised by members of the league. The speaker for tho afternoon was Miss Bridgemun (national secretary of tho Y.W.C.A.), who took for her subject "Activities of tho Y.W.C.A." She explained what a great need there was for such a place to unite women and girls in a worldwide friendship and to help them to find a definite purpose in life, and the opportunity they need for the development of personality. A hearty vote of thanks was' accorded the speaker for her very interesting address. Delightful musical and elocutionary items were rendered by Mesdames Clayton, Brooke, and M'Millan, aiid.a. happy meeting -was closed by the Lord's Prayer and the singing of the National Anthem. Wilford School. There have been many activities at Wilford School -recently, all for the benefit of the school, and the district is to be congratulated on the fine efforts made. A carnival on Labour Day provided funds for the addition of another asphalt tennis court. The school children gave another enjoyable concert in aid of the school distress fund. The committee has decided-to discontinue the sending of parcels after the present funds are exhausted, and thanks have been tendered to all tho kind people who contributed. Many grateful messages and letters haye been received, showing deep appreciation of all that has been done. The fortnightly dance aiid."Goo" evening recently held had ■a record attendance, and a successful evening resulted. Mrs. Barnett, who gave her services as a pianist, was cordially thanked and made the recipient of a presentation. Weekly euchre parties, arc also another activity for this school. Levin Home. The report of the matron of the Levin Home, presented at a recent meeting of the committee, stated that there are thirty-one children iv the home, all in good health and attending school. Tho committee thanked Mr. MacGregor for a display of fireworks, and Miss Carwell Cooke for a delightful party for the children. Tho "Toe H'f Lcaguo of Women Helpers, Messrs. Yates and Elliott, Hawkcs Bay Fisheries, and Mr; Popo w;erc thanked also for gifts and other kindness. The visitors for tho month were tho Key. N. S. Barnett, Misses Archibald and M'Dougall. "Oaks Day." The climate in Christchurch, so often described as capricious and treacherous, has vindicated itself during tho past week, and .the many .visitors who have enjoyed the beautiful sunshine at Eiccarton and Addington will take with them very pleasant memories of the Cup Week of 1931, says tho Christchurch "Press." During tho past few years the conviction has been borne in upon Christchurch women that it was hardly worth while buying filmy frocks for the November races. The cold winds were too persistent; but the warmth of tho past few days, the sunshine, and tho absence' of wind will encourage them to .blossom forth once more next year in delicate raiments suitable to tho . importance of the occasion. On Wednesday the frocking for '< Ladies' Day" was particularly attractive, and demonstrated, to a remarkable degree, tho popularity of patterned silk and fine woollen materials. Almost every frock was accompanied by a matching coat, generally of hip-length, and lingerie collars and'cuffs gave a touch of freshness and simplicity to nearly every dress. Hats were varied in size and shape, but wide hats of good line and little trimming were charming accompaniments to summer frocks. Why Not "Bighampton"? The English town of Littlehampton will soon have to change its name to "Bighampton," for the resort is rapidly becoming known as the town of tall men. Every day they can be seen^ at their various jobs,, rowing boats, driving cars, or serving in shops, towering above their passengers and customers. Although nobody knows definitely the average. height of Littlehampton's men, it is. believed to be in tho neigh-, bourhood of six feet. "Tho. average young man round hero at,the age of 17 is merely of normal height," a local doctor said recently. "But when I' see him again he has developed into a young giant. I was astounded when I came here a short -while ago to find the large number of tall men, nearly all in a state of physical perfection. Curiously enough, the women are all of average height." It is a standing joke among fathers when a daughter becomes engaged to a local man to inform her that she will always. hay« to look up to him. A'Gift Afternoon. , ; There was an excellent attendance at a recent "gift afternoon" for the Maori Mission organised by tho Lower Hiitt Methodist Women's Missionary Auxiliary. Those present were given an opportunity of seeing the gifts, which included clothing, stationery, books, and an assortment of toys for the Maori children's Christmas tree. Mrs. W. E. Saunders is responsible for tho packing and dispatching of these gifts, vrliicli will be sent direct to Sister iNTotta Gittos, Itatana Pa, Taranaki. Mrs. Teasdill was heartily thanked foilier services as delegato at the recent conference. During the afternoon. Miss i

Enid; Saunder's gave the' Maori legend " Kowhai-ngutu-Kaka," and Mrs. W. G. Schmidt sang, accompanied by Mrs. H. A. Sharp. Afternoon tea was served and enjoyed, and the. meeting was closed with the pronouncement of the Benediction. Making Hydrangeas Blue. The blue and other colour shades of hydrangeas, which all women • adore, are secured by adding iron filings to the soil, or by means of alum, at the rate of one ounce to the gallon of water, applied to the soil about every tenth day from the time the buds begin to develop until they show colour. Sulphate of iron, at the rate of a quarter of an ounce to tho gallon of water, is also recommended.. , '