WOMAN’S WORLD

Evening Star, Issue 18045, 12 August 1922, Page 9

WOMAN’S WORLD

[Bit VIVA.]

Reports of social functions will be welcomed for this column. “ Ftva 6 * toil! also answer all reasonable questions relating to* the home, cookery , domestic economy, and any topic of interest to her sex. But each letter dr report must bear the writer's name and address as a guarantee of genuineness, and questions that do not permit of a public reply cannot be answered. Questions should be concisely put and the writers nom d« plume clearly written.

SOCIAL AND PERSONAL. Bridie hostesses during the week include Mesdnmes Black, Hilton, Bl'Kibbin, 3. E, Blaoaaeey, Callaway, 6'chorek, Vivian, Cbeeseman, aadl Miss Gilkisou. The Victoria League held an enjoyable and most successful danco in the Early Settlers’ Hall on Friday, 4th inst. This was the first dance given since the old 1 committee, who for the last five years organised the well-remembered and greatlyenjoyed function?, retired, giving the present committee, which ps as fol](nv?: —Mesdames Basil Cottcrill, Frank Fitchclt, J. E. Macassey, Douglas Ramsay, Harman Reeves, Rilev.’G. R. Ritchie, John Sim. Edgar Haslet*, Russell Ritchie, W. H. 'Cowper, David Allan, James Bcgg, A. J. Chrystall, Bl'Kibbin, O'Neill, with Miss Ethel” Jackson in her usual place as efficient secretarv. Among those present were Mr and Mrs G. R. Ritchie. Mr and Mrs Sidney Neill, Mr and Mrs Harman Reeves, Mr and Mrs J. E. Macassey, Mr and Mrs David Allan, Dr and Mrs Fitclmtt, Mr and Mrs Jack Sim, Mr and Mrs Cowper, Mr and Mrs Acton-Adams Blre Sidney Neill wore a handsome black jet overdress mounted on satin; Mrs OJNeill, black gown, mauve coat; Mrs M'KiAun, black satin; Mrs Fitchetl, black jet dress over white satin ; Mrs G. R. Ritchie, green velvet gown. Oriental wrap; Mrs ActonAdams, black velvet, lace side panels, amber' ornaments; Miss Macassey, black satin, jet overdress; Miss Gallaway, royal ■blue ebanneuse, same color leaves in hair; Miss Laidlaw, yellow georgette; Miss Leslie Stock, black satin; Miss Edith Haggitt, yellow georgette; Mis? Mac an drew (Wellington), black satin ebanneuse; Miss Phyllis Gheesoman, duck-egg green satin gown; Miss Ulrich, cream lace dress over soft satin, blue and silver sash; Miss Moilie Burt, grey lace chess, girdle of autumn leaves; Miss Emerson, green velvet frock; Misses- Dick, Blatheson, Vallange, Coull (Wellington), MTntosh, Betty Reeves, Todd, Tait, Hanlon, Hart, Fleming. Hisfop, Messrs Edmond 1 , Stowe, Solomon (3), Laidlaw, Reid, Tapley, Gibbs, Dr Williams, etc. Signor and Madame Sqnarise and Mass Yorston were among those present last week at the “at home” given for Jascha Spivakovsky. Those dancing at the cabaret on Saturday night included Mr and Mrs ActonAdanis, Misses Cbeeseman, Stock, Emeram, Burt, MTntosh, Messrs Edmond, Reid, Solomon, Black, Smith, Stowe, and Porritt. Mrs Stock left for Wellington on Thursday to visit her daughter, Mrs Faßa. On Thursday last Mrs Marshall Macdonald entertainedi a few friends ao bridge. The players included Mesdames Fenwick, Black, Finch, Scherek, Douglas Ramsay, G. M'Lean, and Miss Neill. t .Mrs Cbeeseman gave a young people’s bridae party on Tuesday evening for Mr Black, who is going North._ Mrs Scherek entertained friends at bridge during the week. Playing were Mesdames Rattray, Fenwick, John Cook, Finch, Marshall' Macdonald, and the Blisses Williams (2). Miss Vallange left this week for Wellington. On Wednesday evening Mrs Rattray give a. delightful bridge party at her residence, Blusselburgh Rise. The players were Blesdames Reg. Sisc, Fitchett, Hilton, Edmond, Finch, ' Scherek, M'Blaster, O’Neill, Marshall Blacdonald, Stanley Batchelor, Fenwick, Misses Sise, Kathleen M'Lean, Gilkinson, and Rattray. Mrs Kenneth Ross gave a delightful afternoon for friends on Tuesday. An exchange announces tho engagement of Bliss Ruth ’Parr, second daughter of the Hon. G. J. Parr (Minister of Public Health, and-Education) and Blrs Parr, Molesw'drih street, Wellington, to Mr Eric Stevens, son of Blr ana Blrs Edward Stevens, of Palmerston North. Madame Squaiise entertained friends on Thursday evening at bridge. The players included Blr and Blrs Kelly, Dr and Mrs Kenneth Ross, Blr and Blrs Alfred Isaacs, Mm and Bliss Bethnne, Signor and Madame Sqnarise. STUDENTS’ BALL. The Dunedin Training College Students’ Association held its annual ball in the Art Gallery on Tuesday. The function was most enjoyable, reflecting great credit on the promoters. The hall was_ artistically decorated, a unique effect being produced by a lattice work of streamers running towards a central dome of college colors, edged with many colored lights. The walls were relieved with college crests and palm leaves. One of the most striking features was that of the spot light, which from time to time searched the dimness off the ball room. The music was supplied by the Gordon and _ Flint Orchestra, while the catering was in the capable hands of Blrs Winter. Among those present wereßlrs Finder black eolinna silk, relieved with blue; Mrs S. Park, claret velvet; Bliss Pirwfer, blue taffeta; Miss Eaton, black ciiarmeuse with overdress laoe and tan-ga-rine trimmings; Miss Crawley, black crepe de chine and georgette with jet trimmings; Miss Dickson, black satin relieved with gold; Bliss Patterson, apncot charmeuse; Bliss Clarke, black satin with overdress of lace and corise trimmings ; Miss 0. Wynne, kingfisher brocade, with lemon trimmings; Bliss Blawhinney, apple green taffeta with gold; Miss Moir, flame satin; Miss Stevenson, old gold georgette over crepe do chine; Mies Cowie. wine velvet; Bliss Parker, green shot taffeta; Miss G. M'Kenzio, turquoise bengaline silk; Bliss Payne, fuchsia satin with overdress filet lace; BHsa Dunn, princess blue charmeuse and georgette; Miss Provo, pale green silk brocade: 'Bliss M'Blillan. apricot satin and radium lace; Miss Wilkinson, pink dmrmeu&e with overdress pink silk net; Bliss Robinson, pastel rose satin; Bliss .Simmers, white brocaded satin and georgette; Miss Hilliker, French blue with overdress silver lace; Miss Melvin, blue satin; Bliss Hendra, pearl grey crepe de chine; Miss Aitoheson, lemon satin; Miss R. BDLean, sunset amber crepe de chine with bead trimmings; Bliss Johnstone, cream apricot crepe do chine; Blpssvs Finder, Park, Roydhonse, Cabot, Grant, M‘Donald. Dickie, Sligo, Payne, ■Murray, Borthwick. A. Don, Fleet, Hunt, Brown, Ford, W. Robertson, Dykes, Cormack, H. M'Kay, D. Mackay, Young, Aberaethr, Wilkinson, Bremner, Gale, Bloir, Tapley, and Basire, WEDDINGS. DICKSON—WILLIAMS. V wedding took place recently at the Church of St. Barnabas, Fendalton, when Bits K. S. Williams was married to Captain Euan Dickson, D.S.C., D.1.G., Croix do Guerre. The Rev. H. S. Leach performed the marriage service, and Captain D curias Grnv attended as best man. The bride, who was given away by her father, Blr T. A. Phillips, wore a beautiful gown of ixorv radium lace over ivory georgette, and a ‘becoming hat of cream georgette, ti e ’.' ido brim being fringed with ostrich Lath-:s. A vivid touch of color was intiodmed by her bouquet of scarlet_ aneraonc- and japoulca. Miss Freda sister of the bride, who acted as maid of honor, wore a charming frock of pink cire lace over pink georgette, and a large blrck lace hat. The bride’s going-away dress was an extremely smart and uncommon coat-frock in navy blue, being entire!;. composed of narrow alternate panels of satin ciiarmeuse and garbioord, with a fringed effect at tho hem. Large square motifs of plaque sequins were stitched on the frock, whilst the cuffs and small roll collar were of geranium red glossy leather. Her hat was of corded silk to match, with white airplane wings across the top, red suede slices with a long_ fringed tongue, completing a very charming outfit.

An interesting wedding took place _at the Terraco Congregational Church, Wellington, when Bliss Dorothy Bl'Donald, second daughter of Captain C. and BXis MDonald, of Wellington, was married to Dr Eric Vivian, second son of Blr T. and Blrs Vivian, of Auckland. The Rev. Robertson Orr officiated. • The. bride, who was given away by her father, wore a gown of ivory taffetas, with cascades of the same and apron of silver lace. A girdle of orange blossoms and_silver leaves and an embroidered net veil with a coronet of orange blossoms completed her toilet. She carried a shower bouquet of white flowers with touches of pink and maidenhair fern. The bridesmaids, the Blisses Flora and Mary Bl’Donald, sisters of the bride, wore dainty frocks of pale blue charmeuse trimmed with pale blue cire lace, and amber satin trimmed with brown and gold lace, relieved with touches of pale blue respectively. Both wore black picture hats and carried bouquets of pale pink roses, heliotrope and cream freesias, and maidenhair fern. The bridegroom was attended by bis brother, Blr Hma Vivian, of Auckland. After tho ceremony the guests gathered at the Hoi born, where they were entertained at a wedding breakfast by Captain and Blrs Bl'Donald, Blrs Bl'Donald, wearing a nigger brown silbraided costume, with blue hat and fur cape; Blrs Vivian, mother of the bridegroom, wore a black taffeta costume with pretty toque to match, end black feather boa. Both carried bouquets to Jane. Later in the afternoon Dr and Blrs Vivian left for the north, the bride travelling in a nigger brown silk jersey cloth, coat frock embroidered with autumn tints, nigger brown picture hut to match, and kingfisher blue coat.

Much interest has been taken _ in the account received by the last English mail of the wedding of Lieutenant-colonel B. C. Freyberg, V.C., C.81.G., D. 5.0., LL.D., Grenadier Guards, and late of the Queen’s Royal West Surrey Regiment (Wellington), to the Hon. Blrs Frances Bl'Laren, of Nunstead House, Goldaming, widow of the Hon Francis Bl'Laren, second son of Lord and Lady Aberconway, who was killed in 1917 while flying at Montrose. No invitations were issued for the ceremony, only relatives and intimate friends being present. These included Sir Herbert and Lady Jeyyll (father and mother of the bride), Lord and Lady Aberconway, Blrs Reginald Bl'Kenna (sister of the bride), Lord Onslow, Brigadier-general Arthur Asquith (who served in the R.N. Division with the bridegroom), the Hon. Blrs Asquith, and Lady Bonham Carter. The ceremony was performed by the Rev. F, 81. Skene, rector of Albuiy. Sir J. 81. Barrie, who is a close friend of the bridegroom, was best man. HOUSEHOLD EEOIPES. Stuffed Spanish Onions.—Blince any sort of cold,meat, add pepper and salt and a little ketchup or Worcester sauce. Hollow the onions out with a spoon, leaving a cavity large enough to put a sufficient quantity of the minced meat into. Stuff with the meat, then place tho top on each onion, and secure it with some fine string. Melt a little butter or dripping in the stewpan, and let the onions fry very gently in it for five minutes. Then add water, or, better still, some stock, and stew till tender. Stuffed onion? do nob require so long to cook as whole ones. Spinach Omelette.—Chop together and thoroughly mis half a pound of cold boiled spinach, half a oooked beetroot, half-ounce of finely-chopped parsley, a small onion that has been already boiled, a pinch of thyme or other sweet herbs, and a little chopped lemon rind. Be sure that all these ingredients are, finely chopped and well stirred together. Beat up four eggs, dredge in a tablespoonful of flour, then add four tablespoonfuls of milk and a piece of butter, pepper and salt. Mix all the ingredients together, then pour into a buttered dish, and bake for twenty minutes in a very hot oven. Apple Pickle.—Eight ounces of onions, eight ounces of apples, two ounces of chillies, one pint of white vinegar, one tablespoonful of salt. Method: Chop onions, apples, and chillies. Boil the vinegar and salt, and pour it over the ingredients, mix well, and when quite cold put it info small jars. HINTS. TO'CLEAN ALUMINIUM. Aluminium is so much used now, owing to its lightness, cleanliness, and its attractive appearance, that perhaps a word or two as to its preservation andl cleaning may bo of service to some of my young housewives. As soon as any utensil is done with, either saucepan, kettle, or teapot, wash it out'at once. It is sometimes necessary to make a warm lather, and pour this into the saucepan or frying pan, and with a soft cloth wash out the inside; rinse and dry at once. The kettle should bo turned upside down when not required for some hours, so that all the moisture drains out through the spout. Teapots should never stand with tea in them after the meal, but be emptied, rinsed, and wiped dry with a clean doth, then turned upside down for the spout to drain dry. Soda should not be used on any account. To polish the outside wash with warm, soapy water; dry, and dust a little fine whiting on a soft cloth and rub the surface with it, using:a leather afterwards as a finish. Bleta.l polish, invaluable for brasses, is not suitable for aluminium, ST. KILDA MOTHER’S CLUB. Tho Blethers’ Mutual Help Club met recently to listen to aai address by Bliss Pattrick. Tills, of course,' provided a very interesting and instructive afternoon, as, in her capacity of Director of Plunket Nursing, Miss Pattadck’s experience in connection with tho health of mothers and care of babies is as wide and varied as that of any woman engaged in similar work. It is only a comparatively short time, _moreover, since, on account of her experience as matron of the KaritaneHarris Hospital, she was specially chosen by Dr Tnxby King to assist him in tho health campaign which ho conducted while in London, and the establishment of the “ School of Blotheroraft,” from which the good work still goes forward. The women listened with keen interest as the speaker recounted the difficulties that had to bp overcome in the matter of procuring equipment and financial support for the school. Her descriptions of some of the conditions prevailing left no doubt of the need for such an organisation, working along these lines. THE RETURN OP THE PRINCE. [By Cynthia.] Juno 26. This has been a wonderful week in London, each day crammed with social functions—dances, balls, two Courts, opening of the International Horse Show, and Queen Alexandra’s Rose Day, to say nothing of the greatest of all events—tho home of the Prince of Wales from his eight months’ torn’. London went crazy overTiim, and well lie deserved it. for few really realise what a power he is for peace and unity throughout this great realm. Flags waved from every house,' and there was great gladness everywhere. The day was beautifully fine and not too hot, and, being Rose Day as well, the streets were crowded with smart and pretty women, all eager to push their trade and selling the little' wild English rose to swell the funds for our hospitals. A friend of mine was on the platform at Paddington and eaw tlie meeting of the Prince with his Royal relatives, and) describes it as a very human, affectionate affair. Queen Alexandra was there to

greet her grandson, and Princess Mary and Lord Lascelles; and the way they all greeted one another before the Royal special steamed in shows how great is the sympathy existing in tho Royal circle. I was in St. James’s street, in a very comfortable window, and heard the roar of cheering as tho Prince approached. 1 have been present when heroes and others great amongst us . have returned home, and never have I hoard such a joyous uproar welcoming any of them. It was so spontaneous, and the King looked so pleased and happy, and the Prince, brown and smiling, kept saluting till liis arm must have ached. The carriage was simply a mass of roses by tho time it arrived at Buckingham Palace, for the hundreds of pretty girl's selling thejittlo flower threw bunches into it at each oppovunity ; and I thought it so nice of the Prince to order them all to be collected until he should, decide what to do with, them. Drey were sent to an institution, I was told—a children’s hospital—to brighten up the wards. It was just characteristic of him, and when ho drove through Plymouth dozens of country folk threw bouquets of roses—real ones there—at him, and if they missed fire and did not fall into the car he had it stopped and the bouquet picked up by one of the attendants and placed inside. Tho Devon and Cornish folk were naturally enraptured. There was a huge ovation outside Buckingham Palace, and the Prince, tho King and Queen, Princess Mary, Queen Alexandra, all came on to the balcony, which was what everyone wanted. GENERAL. BIr? Eyre-Blacklin is tho first woman to take up publishing as a career in England. She was a Miss Philpot, and under the name of A.- 81. Philpot she is proving her capabilities. Blrs Carrie Jacobs-Bond, ibe composer of the song 'A Perfect Day,’ of which more than 4,000,000 copies have been sold, was left a widow with no resources, and to keep herself and her eon she began giving concerts and writing songs. She obtained the means for publishing her first songs by painting china., and) also by going without food and warmth. She has gradually built up on immense- publishing I business. The death of Lord Blount Stephen recalls tho fact that Lady Northcoto was I hi? adopted daughter. Lord Blount j Stephen, although twice married, kid no I children, so that Lady Northcoto is in possession of a largo fortune settled 1 upon her many years ago. When she was in Australia she, with Lord Nortbcote, was noted for amazing generosities. The Northcotes never visited any hospital or philanthropic institution without leaving behind them a substantial cheque.' Did a convalescent home lack a piano, someone had only to whisper the word to Blr H. H. Share, who was the Governor-General's . secretary, and a piano duly arrived. | If the Prince of Wales remains a bachelor, one might put it down to sheer con- ! trariness, beca-use everyone seems determined to pick a bride for him. The American newspapers are always extolling tho merits of American beauties, and taking particular, pains to point out all ■ their attributes, as suitable brides for Royalty, The American Press certainly did its best to get the Prince off with one of the daughters of America’s multimillionairies during liis tour of their rich and interesting land. Of course, one understands that all millionaires' only daughters are beautiful. The latest pick : of the Araerioan Press is Bliss Grace Vanderbilt, now visiting London. The | newspapers consider her eminently suitable as a wife for one of the Princes, if she does not capture tho fancy of England’s future King. She is twenty-one, and, the papers say, as undeniably handsome as she is wealthy. Really, Princes are hard to please!