GATHERING OF NURSES

Evening Post, Volume CXXV, Issue 130, 4 June 1938, Page 18

GATHERING OF NURSES

LARGE CARD PARTY

WEDDINGS

TOPICS for WOMEN

THE PERFECT FOOD

HUTT VALLEY NEWS

COTTER — BEATTIE. The wedding was solemnised at St. James' Church, Lower Hutt, recently of Lilac, elder daughter of Mr. and Mrs. F. Beattie, Lower Hutt, and James, elder son of Mr. and the late Mrs. H. Cotter, Pahiatua. The ceremony was conducted by the Rev. H. E. K. Fry, and Miss B. Harte presided at the organ. The bride, who entered the church escorted by her father, wore a graceful gown of ivory satin cut on classical lines with an panel skirt which fell to form a train. The bodice, which was shirred, had a heart-shaped neckline and tight-fitting sleeveg pointed over the hand. The veil was embroidered with satin flowers and held in place with a wreath of orange blossom, and the bride carried a bouquet of roses, chrysanthemums, and maidenhair fern.

The bridesmaids were Misses Joyce Langridge (chief), Laura Cotter (sister of the bridegroom), and June Beattie (sister of the bride). They were all dressed alike in powder-blue spotted net over taffeta, with full gored skirts and shirred bodices with heartshaped neckline and puff sleeves. Their haloes were of blue flowers and silver leaves and they carried bouquets of pink carnations, and roses. Mr. George Cotter, (brother of the bridegroom) was best man and Mr. Rayney Kerrison was groomsman. Mr. Samuel Rofe arid Mr. Ronald. Ralph performed the duties of ushers in the church.

The reception was held in the Horticultural Hall, and Mr. and Mrs. Beattie, assisted by Mr. Cotter and Mrs. Axup (aunt of the bridegroom) received the guests, Mrs. Beattie wearing a gown of mauve cloque with a coatee to match and black accessories, and carried a posy of mauve spider lilies and silver leaves. Mrs. Axup wore a black crepe satin frock with a lace top and hat of the same shade, her posy being of autumn-tinted leaves and berries. Items were given by Miss T. Baigent (solo), Miss B. Manley (recitation), and Miss H. Hardy (pianoforte solo).

The bride travelled in a grey pinstriped costume with black accessories. Mr. and Mrs. J. H. Cotter's future home will be in Pahiatua.

PARKER—AIMERS. Margaret Pearson Aimers, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. W. N. Aimers, Rongotai, and Neville William Parker, son of Mr. and Mrs. W. P. Parker, Gisborne, were married at St. Peter's Church, Willis Street, last Saturday, the ceremony being performed by Archdeacon W. Bullock. Miss Anne Elder, of Timaru, was bridesmaid. Mr. Herbert Taylor was best man, and the ushers were Messrs Jack Aimers and Michael Caughley. Mr. Aimers escorted his daughter into the church.

A beautiful gown of gold-dawn satin colele and a waist-length tulle veil of the same tone were worn by the bride: The gown was made with a full skirt forming a short train, and a fitting bodice which had folds across the front, long sleeves shirred at the shoulder and buttoned at the waist. A top-knot of silk flowers of a deeper shade held the veil to the bride's head and she carried a beautiful deep creap trailer bouquet of roses and cyclamen. The bridesmaid's gown was of amber-coloured Persian lamb satin and it had puffed sleeves and a full skirt trimmed with ruching. On her head the bridesmaid wore a top-knot of amber velvet flowers and her trailer bouquet was of roses and chrysanthemums in autumn tones.

About ninety guests attended the reception, which was held at the Grand Hotel. All the flowers used for decorations were in autumn shades to tone with the dresses of the bridal party. The bride's mother was wearing a smart dark saxe blue woollen ensemble, a peach bloom hat, and accessories to tone, and a spray of rust coloured flowers. A model frock of chocolate brown crepe was worn by the bridegroom's mother. Her matching hat was also of peach-bloom felt and her spray of flowers was in autumn shades.

When the newly-wed couple left for a tour of the North Island the bride was presented with a horseshoe by Helen Johnstone, the small daughter of Mr. and Mrs. Wesley Johnstone. For travelling Mrs. Neville Parker wore a model suit of novelty brown angora wool, a brown velour hat, and accessories to match.

STEWART—LYONS. The Sisters of Compassion decorated St. Joseph's Church, Buckle Street, with hydrangeas, roses, asters, and carnations for the wedding of Mary Catherine Lyons, eldest daughter of Mrs. Jamieson Lyall Bay, and the late Mr. James Lyons, Waipawa, and Ralph Lindsay, eldest son of Mr. Ralph Stewart, Wellington. Nuptial Mass was celebrated by Dr. Gilhooly, and Mr. Maxwell Fernie was at the organ. The two altar boys were the bride's brother, Thomas Jamieson, and her cousin, Pat Lyons.

The bride, who was escorted by her step-father, Mr. J. Jamieson, wore a graceful gown of white lace over satin. Cut on slim-fitting lines, it was made with a slight train, and trimmed with small buttons from neck to hemline at the front. The tight-fitting sleeves were pointed over the hands, and the square neckline was finished with a spray of orange blossom. The veil, which was of fine lace, fell from a coronet of orange blossom and formed a second train. The bride's bouquet was of roses, tiger lilies, carnations and maidenhair fern.

Miss Sheila Lyons (the bride's cousin), was bridesmaid. Her frock of white net over taffeta was made redingote style, and had short puff sleeves and a Peter Pan collar. It was

completed by a sash in a deep pink shade, and a matching halo completed her ensemble. Her bouquet was of sweetpeas and roses. A similar frock to that of the 'maid was worn by the bride's small sister, Miss Noeline Jamieson, who was flower girl.

Mr. T. Milne, Wellington, was best man.

The 'groom's small sister, Mary Stewart, presented a silver horseshoe to the bride. During the service Mrs. T. Tracy sang and gave several solos during the signing of the register.

The reception was held at the Mayfair Cabaret, where the pink and white colour scheme of the bridal party was repeated in the decorations. The bride's mother, who received the guests with the bridegroom's stepmother, Mrs. Stewart, wore a smart black and white crepe de chine ensemble, and a matching halo hat. Her shoulder spray was of roses, carnations, and maidenhair fern. Mrs. Stewart's suit was of brown crepe de chine, georgette, and lace. Her spray was of red roses and flowers in autumn tints. The bride's grandmother, Mrs. M. Kearney, was present, and wore a gown of black taffetas and carried a Victorian posy. When Mr. and Mrs. R. L. Stewart

left for a tour of the north the bride was wearing a navy Parisian ensemble, navy halo hat, and accessories to match. Their future home will be in Wellington.

HERE AND THERE

Levin Women's Institute. The Levin Women's Institute met recently. Mrs. Thorpe, president, welcomed members and visitors. When the business was concluded the meeting took the form of a social afternoon. Mrs. Inglis gave two solos which were very much enjoyed. It was stated that Mrs. Treen's resignation had been received, and the opportunity was taken at the institute dance to present her with a posy given by Mrs. Nye and a lacquer vase from the members with their best wishes for her happiness in her new home. The competitions were won by Mesdames Bartholomew and Rogers, and. afternoon tea was served by Mesdames Closey and Henderson. A Farewell. Mr. and Mrs. C. F. Jacobs were the guests of honour at a farewell party given by Mr. and Mrs. Edgar Pumfrey at their home in Brougham Street recently. Miss Evelyn Ledger presented Mrs. Jacobs with a beautiful shoulder spray and Mr. and Mrs. Jacobs gave great pleasure with their singing. Other items were given by Miss Evelyn Ledger, Miss Jean Curtis, Mr. B. Watt, and Misses Edgar and Marshall Pumfrey, Mrs. Blundell Strong being the accompanist. Mr. and Mrs. C. F. Jacobs will be very much missed by a large circle of friends in Wellington. Obituary.

The death has occurred of Miss Catherine M. Burnett, eldest daughter of the late Mr. Andrew Burnett (Mount Cook), and sister of Mr. T. D. Burnett, M.P., states the Christchurch "Press." Miss Burnett was born in the Mackenzie Country, and was a typical high-country woman, having been identified with all the matters that made Mackenzie Country history over the last half-century. She was known for her splendid influence among the younger people, and she was also a leader among the technicians of highcountry hospitality in the Mackenzie Country.

Popular Ball. The annual ball of the Post and Telegraph Department is always a very popular one, and the decor is one that is looked for with special interest. This year the designers' fancy has taken a "Maori turn," and the alcoves in the Town Hall will be arranged as Maori whares with imitation carved facings. While these will be true to design, within there will be due attention given to the comfort of guests. There is to be a "midnight sky," and much is expected from the special drop-scene (prepared by an English stage artist, Mr. S. T. Gapes) which will be hung at the back of the orchestral platform and surrounding walls. Mr. Frank Kee is in charge of other designing, and Mr. A. Curlew is responsible for the general, decorative plan. Guests can obtain their entrance cards from the inquiry counter, General Post Office.

MISS ELSMIE WARD, M.B.E. Well known in Wellington for her good organising work for the Plunket Society is Miss Elsmie Ward, who is retiring from the position. As early as in the war-time days for her talent for organising, Miss Ward received the decoration of the M.B.E. for her work done at that time. Later, in 1922, she was invited to take the position of secretary to the Plunket Society, and after accepting the offer, began work in December of that year. She has been an excellent worker in the ensuing years, and the society intends to entertain her before her departure, on June 10, many praparations being made to do honour to a good worker in the national efforts of this wellknown and appreciated society,

HONEY IN THE KITCHEN

SOME VALUABLE RECIPES

A bee-keeper friend of mine the other day was asking me whether I ever came across people who used honey for cooking, or even recipes for dishes and cakes made with honey, writes Ambrose Heath in the "Manchester Guardian." To the first question I was compelled to answer "No." Even in my own kitchen honey is used sparingly, for as a family we have not a very sweet tooth, and when it is used it is generally in place of syrup or jam to eat with fritters. To his second question I again had to say, "In a general way, no." We all are familiar with the famous French, and Belgian pain d'epices, and some of us with the German honey cakes of various kinds, but, with the exception of books on American cookery, you will find honey mentioned very little indeed, though there must have been a time in England

when honey was used for sweetening before sugar was introduced. But it seems that few, if any, recipes containing it survive. A few directions for using honey in the kitchen may be useful not only to the cook, but to bee-keepers as well. FROM GERMANY.

Here is a German honey cake. Warm nine ounces of honey in a basin and add thirteen ounces of flour, stir well, and add a quarter of a pound of sugar, the same of chopped blanched almonds, the grated rind of a quarter of a lemon, half a level teaspoonful of nutmeg, half an ounce each of chopped citron peel and orange peel, a quarter of an ounce of carbonate of soda, and a pinch of powdered cinnamon. Keep the bowl in a warm place while you work these ingredients to a smooth paste. Then, roll it out on a floured board to a quarter of an inch thick, cut in whatever shapes you like, and bake in a moderate oven until done. The little cakes may be iced afterwards if you like. Next some honey cookies. Sieve together a cupful (cups are breakfast cups) of flour, a teaspoonful and a half of baking powder, an eighth of a teaspoonful each of salt and powdered cinnamon. Stir in an eighth of a cupful of chopped blanched almonds and a quarter of a cupful of chopped citron peel. Cream a quarter of a cupful of butter, beat in half a cupful of honey, and a quarter of a cupful of sugar, then a well-beaten egg-yolk and half a teaspoonful of vanilla; then gradually add the flour mixture. Drop this batter from a teaspoon on a greased bakingsheet and bake in a moderate oven for about ten minutes. It is better to try one cookie first, as some honey spreads more than others; if so, add a little more flour to stiffen the mixture.

CHILDREN'S FAVOURITES. The nursery may like the two following recipes. For tea one day why not have honey toast? Make some toast and keep it dry. Mix together equal amounts of hot strained honey and butter and spread on the fingers of toast. Eat them hot, sprinkled if you like with a little powdered cinnamon. Or for luncheon what about this baked honey custard? Simply make a baked custard with a quart of milk, six eggs, half a breakfastcupful of honey, a quarter of a teaspoonful of salt, and an eighth of a teaspoonful of powdered cinnamon. This is really good.

And some sweets, too, which might be made in the nursery over the gas ring, as I well remember, on a rainy afternoon. Why not these honey caramels? Mix together two breakfastcupfuls of sugar, half a cup of corn syrup, half a cup of honey, half a cup of condensed milk, half a cup of thick cream, a whole cup of milk, and a quarter of a cup of butter, and cook them over a low heat, stirring all the time until the mixture forms a firm ball when dropped into cold water. An asbestos mat is essential here, I think, and others will remember that the dropping of toffee mixture into water was one of the most fascinating moments of the game. Then take the pan from the fire, add two teaspoonfuls of vanilla, and pour into a slightly buttered square pan. Take the caramel slab out of the pan when It Is cold and cut it in pieces with a sharp knife.

SAUCES FROM THE STATES. There are two uses of honey in the United States which are worth noting. The first is exemplified by the two sauces which would help to diversify our puddings. Plain honey sauce is made by stirring two teaspoonfuls of cornflour into two tablespoonfuls of melted butter, and when it is smooth adding half a breakfastcupful of honey and cooking for five minutes. Honey cream sauce, a cold one, is made by whipping a third of a cupful of cream until thick, and then, still whipping, adding, a quarter to half a cupful of honey and a teaspoonful of lemon juice. The second use is as a salad dressing, rather exotic here: it is made by adding a quarter of a cupful of honey to three-quarters of a cupful of ordinary French dressing (from which you have omitted the pepper) and beating it up until frothy. What salad to use it with is left to your imagination.

ADDRESS BY PROFESSOR

HUDSON

There was a large attendance of nurses and officials in the nursing world last night at the Home at Wellington Hospital when Professor Lilian Hudson, of Columbia University, New York (who also holds a Doctorate of Philosophy), gave an explanatory address on the subject of the new curricula which has been put forth in America, and wHich embodies some new ideas, at least in so far as the nursing world is concerned.

It appears to be felt that there is a great deal more to it in taking charge of patients than the ordinary round of nursing service—wide though it is in the way of personal service and hygiene — and the suggested new efforts are to do with these. Professor Hudson added to this statement that it depended largely on what the arrangements were in each State legislation which was passed, but she hoped that arrangements might be made for a broader programme. While it was necessary to get the very best attention for the sick, there was the large question of public health and mental science, which included psychology and other branches.

The preliminary schools for nurses were doing good work, and the curriculum included visits to nursery and kindergarten schools, in order to let the students have an opportunity of getting into understanding touch with the normal child. Professor Hudson emphasised the importance of preventive and social work generally; it was of great value in determining the health of a nation.

Mention was made of the importance attached to the study of personal hygiene — for each nurse and student to understand well her own health and limitations, and to keep that fitness which was so specially important in the nursing work. The study of home, life and also community life were of great value when qualifying for Public Health diplomas. The schools and children's homes were included in this branch of work.

It was also necessary to visit industries, and study the working conditions of all kinds of employees, and for this work culture and personality were needed. It was also necessary to know what other organisations were doing in order to avoid overlapping, and no other kind of study must interfere with the study of the actual nursing. Knowledge and experience was gained as the student or nurse went along her way, and the development of understanding must never pease, for in this lay the roots of all that was best in the profession.

Professor Hudson. concluded by expressing her great pleasure in her visit to New Zealand, and to Miss Lambie and staff for their courtesy and kindness in giving her all facilities for seeing what was done in New Zealand, and she expressed her special appreciation of the out-patients' departments, which she considered did a great deal already of what was being undertaken in America. Miss Lambie, in moving a hearty vote of thanks to Professor Hudson, spoke of the debt which other countries owed to America, which spent time and money on research in medicine and developed the nursing services on such fine lines. She said, that the .preventive aspect had been well considered here, and she regarded it as of great importance. She told those present that an essay competition was arranged and she hoped that many would make time to enter for it, although their spare time was not very much. Miss Lambie also alluded to the British nurses and said that while on her travels she had much reason to be grateful to their kindness, and courtesy. Before supper was served, Professor Hudson was seen with nurses around her — quite six deep — all asking questions and getting useful information from her on their special subjects. Others present beside Miss Bicknell (who was president of the New Zealand delegation to the recent International Council of Nurses) were Miss Ida Willis, president of the Wellington Trained Nurses' Association, Miss B. Clark, acting matron of Wellington Hospital; Miss Janet Moore, head of the post-graduate training in New Zealand; Miss Bridges, her assistant; Miss Edith Tennant, former matron of Dunedin Hospital; Miss Amy Kane, who is a lay member of the Registered Nurses' Association; Miss Boyce, matron of St. Helens Hospital; and Mrs. Tythe Brown. The post-graduate class of nurses was also present, as well as many sisters and nurses of the hospital. Miss Hudson was entertained at luncheon yesterday by the public health nurses, to whom she delivered an address.

IN STEP WITH STYLE

"BANDAGE YOUR FEET"

"Bandage your feet to be in step with new styles," says Mr. Robert Kalloch, American fashion expert. As designer for Columbia studios, he has been designing footwear for Katharine Hepburn and Doris Nolan.

"For both these ladies," he said recently, "we have designed shoes which give the appearance of being tied to the feet. Miss Hepburn wears a pair made of black silk jersey which are both toeless and heelless. They are shirred directly up the instep and tied to the back of her heel. They go with a street costume of beige and black lightweight wool.

"Miss Nolan wears a pair of gold mesh sandals which tie sectionally over both-instep and heel. The sandals match an evening dress of gold tissued, and have ties of the same material which lace round the ankle like ballet shoes."

"ln Bond Street the other day," says a London correspondent, "I saw some samples ,of bandage shoes. They had leather soles, and heel which were tied to 'the foot with swathed bands of chiffon. There were also some made in gay cotton prints to match summer dresses."

But New York has something more sinister to say about feet.

"The aver«ige size of women's shoes has increased by a size to a size and a half during the last ten years," says a man who designs for a large shoe manufacturer there."While a trend towards greater comfort in women's clothing has had something to do with the increase, it is also true that the feet of the present generation of women have grown larger. "This is because modern women were better fitted when they were children, and as a result their feet have developed more naturally than their mothers' and grandmothers'."

Ten years ago the average size in women's shoes ran from three to four, he pointed out, while today the greatest number of sales come in sizes five to six and a half.

Those who have difficulty with window cleaning will find the following an excellent idea. Dip some coarse linen or other material that is free from lint into a semi-liquid paste of benzine and calcined magnesia. Hang it in the air till the benzine has evaporated, and it is free from odour. Use this cloth without water for cleaning any windows or mirrors. When the cloth becomes soiled, wash in the usual way and re-dip in the mixture.

SUPPORT FOR SCOTS

COLLEGE

Seventy-two people played cards in the English-speaking Union rooms yesterday afternoon, when the ladies' committee of the Scots College Parents' Association held a bridge party to raise funds for the college. Those who made up tables were Mrs. Marsden, Mrs. Munro, Mrs. Madden, Mrs. Tonks, Mrs. Buckleton, Mrs. Cameron, Mrs. Moss, Mrs. McDonald, Mrs. W. Burton, Mrs. Be.van, Mrs. Dunlop, Mrs. Fitchett, Mrs. Fanselow, Mrs. Biss, Mrs. Campbell, Mrs. Booker, Mrs. Audrey, and Mrs. Rose. A number of the guests played "500" instead of bridge. Prizes were donated by Mrs. W. Burton for both games. Mrs. McIntosh, Mrs. Madden, and Mrs. Alan Gray won the prizes for bridge, and Mrs. Hill, Mrs. Fleming, and Mrs. Roberts won those for "500."

The English-speaking Union's large reception-room is a particularly comfortable place for a card party, and decorations of autumn flowers made it look very attractive. Afternoon tea was served at the tables.

RANGIRURU OLD GIRLS Two generations of old girls of Rangiruru, Christchurch, mingled on Thursday evening in the happy circumstances of the annual ball of the association, stated the "Star-Sun." Beaths was the locale for this gathering of over five hundred guests, and with the green walls as a background, the gay-hued frocks of many dancers mingled with the ivory and off-white gowns worn by twenty-nine debutantes.

The president of the association, Mrs. Kenneth Robinson, wore a graceful trained gown of eggshell-blue satin, its delicate lacquered design being in tones of bronze and flame, and the deep decolletage line at the back being finished with a cluster of mauve violets. Associated with her on the organising committee were, Mrs, K. W. Robinson, Mrs. C. S. Thomas, Misses Faith Herdman and Gwen Smyth (vice-presidents), Miss M, Waller (honorary life member), Mesdames F. Jarrett and J. Pirritt, Misses Joan Cunningham, Frances Martin, Mary Hamilton, Janet Seymour, Mary Stevenson, Joan Whetter, Joan Hollobon, and Miss Ina Warner (honorary secretary).

The guests of honour included Miss Ethel Gibson, Mrs. F. W. Osmond Smith, Miss C. Low, Mr. and Mrs. Maurice Warren, the latter representing St. Hilda's Old G irls' Association, and Mrs. C. H. Clemens, Mrs. Clemens representing St. Margaret's Old Girls' Association, Miss Mary Enright (Nelson College Old Girls' Association), Mr. Dundas Walker.

The twenty-nine debutantes were the Misses June Adams, Mary Aitken, Kathleen Armstrong, Alice Blunden (Oxford), Peggy Cape-Williamson, Joy Duckworth, Maude Eaton, Makere Gardiner, Naida Gardiner, Gwenneth Hall, Anne Hunt, Jocelyn Ashworth, Hollis, Mary Latter (Kaikoura), Nell Luttrell, Mary Macdonald, Biddy MacDougall, Dorothy McMillan, Lesley Meredith-Kaye, Joan Penfold, June Peters, Josephine Pitcaithly, Shirley Smith {Rangiora), Valerie Stone (Woodlands), Aldwyth Taylor, Mary Thompson, Valerie Thompson, Janet Todhunter (Clarence Bridge), Joy Wooler, and Patricia Wright (Rakaia).

WAIWETU TENNIS DANCE

(From "The Post's" Representative.)

Concluding a most successful season, the Waiwetu Tennis Club held an enjoyable dance on Friday night in the Horticultural Hall, Lower Hutt, at which trophies won during the season were presented by Mr. R. A. Usmar, vice-president of the club. Mr. Usmar, congratulated the club on its record achievement in carrying off the Hutt Valley Club championship for the third year in succession and commented on the high standard of play maintained by all members within the club. The winners of the individual trophies were as follows:—Men's championship, C. Moran ; ladies' championship, Miss l. Neill ; Men's singles G. Bew ; ladies, Miss I. Neill ; men's doubles handicap, G. Bew and L. Corbett; ladies' doubles handicap. Misses I. Neill and S. Hunter ; Smith Cup (best aggregate inter-club games), C. Coman ; combined doubles Cup), C. A. Browning and Miss H. Browning ; vice-president's cup (mar-

ried v. single), single,

The friendly club spirit, with music supplied by an excellent band, and a dainty supper, combined to make a happy wind-up to the season's, activities. The committee comprised Mr. B. Mitchell (secretary) and Mrs. Mitchell, Mrs. R. Doyle, Miss I. Neill, and Messrs. N. Clapham, H. Doran, H. Bornholdt, and G. Nicholson.

Those present included Mr. F. Stoupe (president) and Mrs. Stoupe, Mr. and Mrs. J. August, Mrs. R. A. Usmar, Mr. and Mrs. F. Chapman, Mr. and Mrs. H. Ross, Mr. and Mrs. J. T. Sinclair, Mr. and Mrs. J. Ross, Mr. and Mrs. Doran ; Misses Anne Jones, K. Webb, U. Liver, M. Corbett, S. Hunter, N. de Tourettes, D. Abbott, Helen Lowell, N. Burnt ; and Messrs. G. Bew, J. Gilbert, B. Pilcher, F. Horlor, S. Strickland, H. Walsh, K. Cassey, R. J. Dearman, and D.Ross.

Social Club Dance. The recently-opened social hall of Messrs. Lever Bros, Petone, made an attractive setting for a dance given last night by the firm's social club to augment the funds of the sports sections. In this well-appointed hall of modern design, the walls of golden sand colour, relieved with woodwork and fittings of polished native timbers, made a foil, effective in its simplicity, for the vivid frocks of the dancers. Supper was served from an adjoining servery which is a model in up-to-date equipment, and a good accordion band provided a well-selected programme of dance numbers. Mr. A. Chudleigh was M.C. The committee in charge of the arrangements consisted of Messrs. R. J. Thimbleby (secretary), A. Irvine, W. Henshaw, and B. Gwillians, Misses B. Lindsay, E. Offord, M. Rowntree, and J. Dixon.