WOMAN’S WORLD

Evening Star, Issue 20959, 25 November 1931, Page 13

WOMAN’S WORLD

: [By DIANA.]

Reports of social functions will be welcomed for this column. ” Diana ‘ will also answer all reasonable quet* tions relating to the home, cookery, domestic science, and any topic of interest to her sex. But each letter at report must bear the writer’s name and address as a guarantee of genuineness, and questions that do not permit & public reply cannot be answered. Questions should be concisely put and the writer’s nom dt plume dearly written.

The Broad Bay ' Lawn Tennis Club held an enjoyable social in the Broad Bay Hall on Saturday evening, the president (Mr E. Syrett) being in charge of tho proceedings. For tho most part tho entertainment comprised modern and old-fashioned dances, which wore interspersed with musical items and competitions. Prizes wore awarded to competition winners. The programme also included Highland dances and several elocutionary items of outstanding merit.

Time was when women bad no voice in affairs of State. Now, through their suffrage they may exercise an influence equal to that of the opposite sex, but often, either through apathy or a misunderstanding of their responsibility, make no use of their voting strength. With a view to bringing their responsibilities and an understanding of the present position of this dominion before them a meeting of all women electors interested in the return of Coalition candidates is being held in the Y.W.C.A., Hall to-morrow afternoon, at 2.30., with Mrs Marshall Macdonald in the chair. Addresses will be given by Miss Flora Allan, M.A., Mesdames S. M. Park, W. N. Benson, and Drake. Any suggestions from the meeting which will assist the campa ; gn of the Coalition candidates will bo welcomed.

WEDDING

—Doyle—Scannell.— A pretty wedding was celebrated at tho Catholic Church, St. Andrews, of Nora, youngest daughter of Mr and Mrs D. Scannell, or St, Andrews, to George Felix, youngest son of Mrs and the late Mr D. Doyle, of Timaru. The Rev. Father Peopled, assisted by the Rev. Father Ginesty, of Waimate, officiated and celebrated the Nuptial Mass. Mrs D. Cronin, of Timaru. presided at thh organ, and Miss B. Gallien, of Dunedin, rendered ‘ Ave Maria ’ and ‘ 0 Salutaris ’ in a manner both beautiful and devotional. The bride, escorted by her father, wore a graceful frock of creme satin troubadour, made with a close-fitting bodice and tight hip line, tho skirt being frilled and Hared, and reaching tothe ankles. The exquisite hand-embroidered veil (the gift of her cousin, Sr. Lucian, of St. Joseph’s Convent, Auckland) fell in graceful folds to tho ground to form a train, and a bouquet of freezing and lily of tho valley completed a charming toilette. Miss Agnes Scannell attended her sister as bridesmaid, wearing a frock of primrose georgette over old gold crepe do chine. Her wide picture hat of primrose straw had a velvet flower of a deeper tone under the brim. With this were worn gold satin shoes and a Chinese amber necklace (tho gift of tho bridegroom). A bouquet of shaded Iceland poppies made a most effective finish. Mr Bert Gallien, of Dunedin, attended in the capacity of best man. As the bride was leaving tho church Master J. Doyle presented her with a silver horseshoe, and Master D. Scannell handed her a similar token of good luck. After the ceremony tho guests, numbering about 200, were entertained at the residence of Mr and Mrs Scannell, the latter receiving hei guests wearing a black cropo do cliino frock, black Celanese coat, and black satin hat, and carrying a bouquet of violet coloured tulips. Mrs Doylo (mother of the bridegroom) wore a black satin frock, black silk repp coat, black satin hat, and carried a bouquet of mauve tulips. When the bride left on her wedding tour she wore a smart tailored frock of navy and white silk morocain, a navy cloth semi-fitting coat, and brown stole

W.D.F.U. MARKET

The Women’s Division. New Zealand Farmers’ Union, is holding a market every Friday in the Returned Soldiers’ Association Hall for the purpose of giving its members some pocket. money from tho sale of their surplus produce. This market is a recent activity of tho Otago Provincial Executive, who have been given the wholehearted support of the Dunedin branch of the W.D.F.U. in running tho market. Members of the Dunedin branch are linked through their sympathies and interests with countrywomen, and understand through their past or present relationships, tho joys and hardships confronting countrywomen. The committee and members of the Dunedin Branch, W.D.F.U. have therefore generously taken tho responsibility of providing voluntary assistance at the market, and have been assisted by members of other branches of tho division—Berwick and Portobello. No profit is made, a small percentage being deducted from payments to suppliers to cover actual expenses of tho market. It is felt that, considering the present very low prices for produce, it is only by selling direct to tho consumer that it is worth while to sell odd surplus produce, frequently small in quantity.

The market has proved most successful during tho five market days it has now been open. Tho consumer is assured of fresh country produce, as goods come direct to tho market on Friday morning, and the unpacking, listing, and pricing of them prior to the opening of the market at 11.30 a.m. is tho busiest time of the day. For the first two weeks goods were sold out early in tho afternoon, the first day as early as 1.30 p.rn.; hut, with an increased number of members of tho division taking advantage of the market, the supply is now plentiful, and will meet the demand in tho afternoon. A number of letters of appreciation have been received from division members who have thus been supplied with a means of selling their surplus produce, and some ready money—a rare possession among most farmers’ wives. The market is open to everyone, and should commend itself it housewives anxious to secure fresh country produce.

WASHING HINT

When washing ribbons, squeeze them in warm soapy water and rinse first in warm, then in cold, water. To dry, wind them around a bottle, smoothing tho creases out as yon go along. Leave them on tho bottle till they aro quite dry. They won’t need ironing, and will look like new.

SOCIAL AND PERSONAL

Mrs J. F. Pago (Christchurch) is tho guest of Mrs A. Debenliam, Victoria street.

Miss Gwen Haggitt left on Saturday on a holiday visit to Wellington.

Mrs Wilson, Glenomaru, is the guest of Mrs Herbert 'Wilson, Hawthorne avenue.

Lady Chapman, Wellington, is tho guest of Mrs .1. A. Cook, Union street.

Mrs and Miss -Va Range. loft on Monday by car on a visit to Christchurch.

Mrs Frank Dunlop has returned from a visit to Mrs J. Chilweel, Invercargill. Mrs A. A. M'Gibbon (Gore) is the guest of Mrs _,J. M'Arthur, Passmore crescent, Maori Hill. Mrs Adam Scott, Timaru, is the guest of Mrs Herbert Wilson, Hawthorne avenue.

The Misses B. and K. M’Lean have returned to Dunedin after a long visit to tho North Island.

Mrs J. Qninn has returned after a short holiday spent in Timaru.

On Saturday last Mr and Mrs .1. Ringland celebrated their silver wedding. In honour of the occasion a reception was held in the evening at their residence, Union street.

Mrs Richard Hudson was hostess on Tuesday at Mi afternoon tea party at her residence in Royal terrace given in honour of Miss Joan Oram, whose marriage is shortly to take place.

Miss Ponnio Marshall was hostess at a delightful tea party this afternoon given as a farewell to Miss Margaret Seelye, who leaves on Tuesday for England. A charming gift was made to Miss Seelye of a snapshot book containing interesting photographs of her many friends to take with her on her voyage. Among those present were tho Misses M. and I. Seelye, B. Thompson, L. Lawson, D. Stabb, M. Hardman, Billie Mitchell, D. Clark, M. Webster, L. M’Kenzio, and B. Lazarus.

Miss Margaret Anderson entertained guests at a delightful party given at ,her residence, London street, on Saturday evening in honour of Miss Margaret Seelye, who is leaving Dunedin on December 1 for England to pursue her studies. Dancing was much enjoyed, and a “ cafe do kerbstone ” supper was a novel and delicious feature in > the evening’s entertaining. Among those present were Misses I. Seelye, M. Hardman, J. Russell, D. Stabb, E. Mollison, I). Clark, C. Browne, D. Fleming, J. M'Lcnnan, and A. Browne, Dr Briton, Messrs A. Wise, W. Elliott. A. Davies. M. Wylie, C. Holmes, S. Melton, N. Noakes, P. "Wales, A. M’Lood, and J. Temple.

The monthly musical afternoons which have been hold during tho year at tho Thcosophical Hall came to a very successful ending on Saturday last, when over thirty members and friends were entertained by Miss Myra Stokes (songs), Mr Oliver Stokes (banjo solos), with their sister as an able accompanist. A short address by Mr 1). W. M. Burn, M.A., on ‘ Pleasure ’ was listened to with attention by those present. In this Mr Burn opened up ground for new fields of thought, as ho contended that both pleasure and pain aro necessary experiences for tho soul, before it can understand tho true nature of bliss, which includes them both. Afternoon tea was served, and added to tho pleasure of tho afternoon.

A meeting of women was held on Monday morning with .a view to furthering Miss Melville’s interests as a candidate for Parliament. A resolution was passed that a telegram be sent conveying tho best wishes of the meeting for her success. A subscription of Is was taken up, and resulted in a few pounds being subscribed in the room, this with any further shillings will bo sent to Miss Melville at an early date.

On Saturday afternoon a number of tho older neighbours of Mrs J. G. Dick, of Mornington, paid her a surprise visit to joiu with her in celebrating her eighty-ninth birthday. Tho occasion was a most happy one for all present, and the opportunity was taken to make it small presentation to Mrs Dick.. Those present were Mesdames Dick, Tombs (2) , Bain, R. Thomson, Whyte, Dickson, Laidlaw, Edwards, Blair and Misses Pennell, Bain, and Anderson (2). On Thursday evening last a most enjoyable dance was held at the Tea Kiosk at the Botanic Gardens, under the auspices of tho Otago University Law Students’ Association. The function was arranged to celebrate the termination of tho annual November examinations, and it was not long before the party was in full swing. A snowball fight on the lawn after supper proved a merry interlude, and the evening was brought to a close by tho singing of ‘ Aulcl Lang Syne,’ followed by various ’.Varsity choruses and hakas. Amongst those present were:—Misses Debenliam, Norris, Elastic, Cotton, Dawson. Lambeth, Bilcbie, Jnriss, Scurr, Newton, Clark, Moodio, Perry, Seelye, Watt, Mathewson, Allison, Lusk, Kellan, Ham, Boyd, Rice, Doogue, and Hart, Messrs Gray, M'Leod. Stevenson, Kemnitz, Bare, Hay, Tuckwcll, Matbeson, Bell, Aitkcu, Cruickshank, Mowat, Small, Smith, Mitchell, Burt, Thomson, Green, Suistcd, M‘El- - Wilson, Hall, Pledger, Beatson, Keillor, Blackmore, and M'Kenzie.

THE CARE OF FABRICS

PART IP. [Article Contributed by the Homo Science Extension Department.]

In our last article, you remember, wo began our study of this subject of tho ‘ Care of Fabrics.’ Wo decided then that before we could discuss the special treatments necessary for the various fabrics with which we have to deal that it was first of all necessary for us to know something about the properties of the fibres from which our fabrics are made up, and so we were able to draw up a set of simple general rules for the laundering of the main classes—wool, silk, linen, and cotton.

Aa we said in conclusion, most of-us know the general methods for the treatment of the ordinary fabrics of the household, but sometimes there are cases when special treatment is needed, and we may be appreciative of a few hints to help us along. In this article, then, we will deal with some of these special cases.

Woollens should be brushed or shaken to free the loose dirt. Where there are pockets and cuffs they should he turned inside out and brushed. Much of the shrinkage which so often takes place when woollens are laundered is due to the fact that we have used water of too high temperature, or that we have had too much difference in the temperature of our washing and rinsing waters. All the water we use should be tepid rather than hot, and the soap dissolved by itself into a solution.' A good “ neutral ” soap is best. Wash the woollen garment by a squeezing motion (sousing), and as fast os the water becomes soiled change to another which is soapy and of the same temperature as the first. For more persistent spots of dirt; rub some of the soap solution directly on to the spot with the palm of the hand. Do this thoroughly, as quickly as possible, and without any lifting or pulling which will stretch the garment—a precaution especially necessary with the knitted type. A little borax—half a cup to a tubful of water in the last rinse—will clean up white wool. Squeeze dry, but do not wring by twisting. Drying in this connection we have to divide the woollen garments into two sections —knitted and woven. Knitted garments should bo laid on a pad to dry (a folded sheet, towel, or white paper). It is a wise precaution, too, to take all measurements of the garments (such as length of sleeves, width, etc.) before washing, then when we come to the drying it is an easy matter to shape the garment to these measurements. Woven garments should be stretched and shaped. A blanket may be hung in half over the line, so that the edges may be pulled straight. This is better than hanging single, as the weight of water in the larger portion is often so great that it causes the corners to sag. If the blanket is turned half-round when it is partly dry, it will be less likely to sag. Blankets are best hung to dry in the shade on a warm, windy day. Brushing the blanket while it is drying will “fluff” it. Use a stiff whisk broom or brush and brush both sides the one way.

Here is a good recipe for a “ blanket wash ”: One largo bar mild white soap, or 9oz white soap chips (Lux), 3 quarts cold water, 2 tablespoonfuls borax, half a cup of methylated spirits. Heat the soap m one quart of water at a low temperature until dissolved. Thou add the remaining water (cold), borax, and alcohol. Bottle in largemouthed jars. Add “ blanket wash ” to warm water, sufficient to cover the garment to bo washed. Allow the garment to stand a few minutes to loosen the dirt, then wash with a regular squeezing motion. Be very sure to do this work regularly avoiding streaks. As fast as the water soils prepare new soap suds, always of the same temperature. Rinse until the water is clean.

If a woollen garment has become over-soiled and is hard to clean, put one cup of detergent with the soap solution into the last wash water.

Hero is the' recipe for the detergent :—One and a-half ounces white castilo soap, one ounce alcohol or methylated spirits, one ounce ether, four ounces ammonia. Cut soap finely and heat in one ..pint of soft water till dissolved. Do not boil. Then add three quarts-of cold water and the other ingredients. Keep tightly corked in bottles.

(To be continued.)

SEWING HINTS

Place .a piece of net under a tear in material or large holes in stockings when darning. Tack neatly on the wrong side, and then do the darning into the net of the right side until the opening is well covered. The work is quickly and easily carried out, and in the end will be Jiardly visible. A piece of tape sewn under the place where a button is put on children’s ■clothes will lengthen the life of the button.

Keep a piece of beeswax in your' sewing basket. If the buttons are sewn on boys’ trousers with waxed linen thread there is less chance of them coming off. If linen has to be put away for any length of time it should be washed but not starched, and then rolled in blue paper.

When sewing with double cotton make a knot in each end instead of knotting them together, and there will be no tangles.

ARTS BALL, 1931

Tickets for the first “ Arts Ball,” which is to be field on Friday next in th© Pioneer Hall, are being eagerly sought for, now that the date is drawing near. The exhibition of pictures will have to be closed on Thursday evening, to allow the special preparations for the ball to go forward. The pictures, however, will all still be hanging on Friday, and should prove an added attraction to patrons. Tho_ ball is to be cabaret style, and tables will be arranged in an artistic way round the room. Tickets may be obtained during this week at Th© Bristol.

TITLED ENGLISHWOMAN'S TOUR

Lady Yule’s departure for New Zealand from Cannes on November 19, accompanied by her daughter, Gladys, aboard her £250,000 yacht, the Nahlin, is described as an impressive spectacle. The Nahlin is one of the world’s most luxurious yachts. It has a dozen bathrooms, a gymnasium, and a crew of fifty-one. . • Lady Yule, in eminently practical fashion, was engaged before her departure in disposing of the crop of cabbages and carrots from her new property between Antibes and Nice. [Lady Yule married in 1900 the late Sir David Yule, Bart, an East India merchant.]

EVENING SANDALS

The latest evening shoe models consist of as little shoe as possible. “ Open shank ” shoes will be the fashion, cut away at the sides, so that most of the stockinged foot is visible (states the ‘ Daily Telegraph ’). Some of these new sandals for evening are nothing' more than straps and soles. Gold and silver kid will bo very much favoured, and diamante fastenings will be worn. The bowler hat has inspired a new Court shoe for wear with it. It has a novel bow made in kid and lizard arranged slightly to one side.

MIGNONETTE

Recently when the Queen went shopping in Harrogate she was wearing a small posy of fresh mignonette. Several smart women in black and brown wearing buttonholes of fresh mignonette walked in Hyde Park.' It looks charming with all colours, and does not fade as quickly as roses or carnations.

FLORAL EARRINGS

Each ring in a pair of earrings for day or evening wear is made of a cluster of tiny china flowers. Each blossom is in a different colour, and the circular clusters are attached to a thin gold chain which hangs from the ear.

W.D.F.U. “AT HOME "

The members of the Women’s Division of the Farmers’ Union, Otago Provincial Branch, inaugurated their conference by holding an “at home” in the Otago Women’s Club on Tuesday evening. , ~ , Mrs J. F. Drake (president) welcomed the guests, and in a short opening speech told something of the aims of the union. The Otago branch is now five years old, • and already has over 1,000 members, so that it is a society to be reckoned with in the community at large. Mrs Denton Leech was given an opportunity of telling something of the charity stamp idea. Among guests at the “at home” were representatives from the Otago Women’s Club, Home Economics Association, Home Science, National Council of Women, League of Nations, and others. A very delightful programme was presented by the following:—A scene from Shakespeare, in which the parts were taken by Mrs M'Kay and Miss Betty Drake; songs by Miss Agnes Guy _ and Miss Watson, accompanied by Miss Ford; a humorous sketch in costume by Miss Holland; and Greek dances, illustrative of old Greek myths, by Miss Eileen Service, with Miss Mama Service at the piano. Supper was later served in the dining room, at which members of the Farmers’ Union, who had been holding a meeting on the floor below, joined in, and concluded a. very successful evening. ‘