HERE AND THERE

Evening Post, Volume CXII, Issue 124, 21 November 1931, Page 8

HERE AND THERE

Arts and Crafts.

The Arts and Crafts circle of the Pioneer Club each year seems to excel the last in the display of-artistic work at the annual show. This year's show, which was opened by Lady Luke at the club, proved no exception, and the varied exhibits received -much admiration. In the .competitions "Mrs. Piper came first for the wax vase, and Mrs. Knlay first for the best, collection of wax work, and also for paper flowers. Special mention was made of the variety and beauty of the exhibits sent in by Mrs. Piper. Bouquets of flowers were presented to Lady Luke and Miss Kane.

Aberdeen Beauties,

The girls of Aberdeen .are holding their heads high these days. So many applications have been made to prominent residents to find local girls as wives for lonely men in various parts of the Empire that the girls are now looking "down their noses" at any females born elsewhere than in the Granite City (states a correspondent). A recent application is that received by Lord Provost Rust from a man in Glasgow who stated that he was lonely, and would like to meet an Aberdeen lassie with a view to marriage. He wrote that he is 2S years of age, has a weekly income of £10 to £.15, and no objection to a young widow. The Lord Provost's table has been piled high with letters from Aberdeen lassies who are ready to accept the responsibilities of marriage. "When a girl's face is whipped by the east winds of Aberdeen for years she is a real beauty," said a prominent citizen.

A Riviera Villa,

Lady Seafield was a recent visitor to Cannes, writes a, London correspondent. With a number of other English .visitors she enjoyed .the hospitality of ■ Miss Masine Elliott, sister of Lady ForbesRobertson. Miss Elliott is at present building :i wonderful villa between Cannes find Juan-les-Pins, which is to cost £70,000. The' swimming pool, which has a chute running down into the sea, is partly finished, and Sir Alfred Beit, Lady Seafleld, and Lady Queensberry were among those who sampled the dressing-rooms and cocktail bar which adjoin.

St. Cuthbcrt's Bazaar

To raise funds for St. Cuthbert's parish, Berhamporc, a sale of work ■was held on Thursday in St. Cuthbort's Hall. Mrs. Sprolt, who was met

by Ecv. N. S. Barnett and Mrs. Barnett, opened the sale, and congratulate ed tlie parishioners on their consistently; good work. She was presented with n bouquet by Joan Crothers. The hall was gaily decorated with green and orange, the well-stocked stalls being in charge of the following: Work stall, Mrs. Collyer and Mrs. Feasey; flowers, Mrs. Charles and Mrs. Cavtmer; novelties, Mrs. 801 l and Mrs. Glen; sweets, Mrs. Clayton and Miss Edwards; cakes, Mrs. Wilkinson and Mrs. Eobertson; produce, Mrs. Hill and Mrs. Stevenson; flowers, the Guiders and Guides of St. Cuthbort's Company of Girl -Guides; tea rooms, Mrs. Harris, Mrs. Wardle, and Mrs. Graham. •

A Club Flower Show.

Each year an event looked forward to by flower lovers is; the show at tha Pioneer Club. The club has the great advantage of the presidency 'of tha flower circle being in the hands of Mrs. H. E. Fisher, well known as ah expert and a true lover of flowers. She ha 3 '"'enthused" a great many women with gardens into doing the best with them, and they have naturally'learned a great deal from her. For these good reasons the show is a specially beautiful' one, aud this season will be opened bu Monday, 23rd November, by Mrs. Knox Gilmer —another enthusiast in -gardens. Members and friends are asked id mako a point of attending the show and giv» ing encouragement to their fellowmembers who indulge in the fine art of horticulture.

A Garden Party.

The weather this year makes garden parties possible in a way that has not been experienced for a very long time. Therefore- many will look forward" with pleasure to a party to be given at the beautiful home of Mrs. T. Young, at 30, Grant road, on 28th November.' This will be held in aid of the funds of the Mothers' Helpers, the committee of which has had great difficulty this year in meeting the many demands -made oii the society in consequence of the.poverty and. distress which has prevailed, Naturally, many of those who have been helped could not afford to pay a part even of the charge made, "reasonable though it is. Therefore the society haa had to find more money than usual-to keep the number of helpers going. I\ is hoped that those who have benefited, for the assistance is given, irrespectiva of any kind of place or social position, will attend the party. Owing to the confidential nature of the work, it- is not possible to approach people in.any other way than by advertisement, and local, and the committee hopes that many will see their way to assist in' keeping the work going by attending the par.ty. There .will be many -attractions —afternoon tea, ice-cream, cakes, etc., with miniature- golf, clock golf) putting, and other games with. prizes given—and the finely-situated gard^a-it-self is a most enjoyable place to visit. Lady Myers will open, the party.

Cadet Nurses,

There was a largo attendance at Brooklyn recently when the competition for the Waters' trophy by- the eadot nurses took place. A "Street Accident" was the subject, and Marjorie Baker was the winner. The- Whitcombe Cup, for squads of four, was won by. Bene Powell, Edna Knight, Doris Taylor, with Marjorie Butler as leader. Tho district officer in attendance was Mrs. Barltrop, who presented the cups and x extended hearty congratulations to thfl winners. Dr. ilougton, and Mrs, B. E. Wright set the competitions. Votes of thanks were passed to Mrs. A. H. Waters and Mr. H. Whitcombe, donors 'of the'cups. '~ ,;.• - ( - ' •

League of Mothers.

About sixty- members were present at a recent meeting of .the J£h,an,dallali Branch of the League o.f. Mothers, thia being the final meeting for the year. Community singing was'led''by Mesdames Morrish, Murray, Phillips," an'i Williams. Songs were sung by Mesdames Light and Brightwell, Mrs, Bennett giving a good reeitationi' Mrs.B. S. Watson, 8.A., delivered a charming address on "Books for Children,"-Mrs. Cornish (president) voicing the appreciation and interest of all present..Presentations were made to Misses Efeid, Falconer, Nalder, Stones, and Ahem in, appreciation of their great kindness iv taking charge of the creche during the monthly meetings. A special tea was arranged for the little-; ones by Mrs. Wilkinson. Mrs. Cornish presentedeach member with a gift and each visitor with a posy, giving great pleasure to all. A hearty vote of thanks to her was passed on the suggestion of Mrs. Mirams and a delightful'meeting concluded. -"':'■ .".

Bouquets oj distinction for lie Bride and her Maids in. exclusive colouring and style to suit Frocks.' Miss Murray, 36. Willis street.—Advt.