WOMAN’S WORLD

Evening Star, Issue 21823, 12 September 1934, Page 4

WOMAN’S WORLD

J Sy Diana

Reports of social functions will bo welcomed for thi« column. " Diana ” will also answer all reasonable questions relating to the home! cookery, domestic science, and any topic of Interest to her sex.

SOCIAL AND PERSONAL

Will correspondents please note that items intended for Wednesday’s ‘ Star ’ must be in the office by Tuesday afternoon, and those intended for insertion on Saturday by Thursday afternoon, or at the latest Friday morning. In the latter case they must be brief. Engagement notices must be signed by one, and whore possible, by both of the parties concerned.

Mr and Mrs George Williams, Ashburton are visiting Dunedin, and are the guests of Mrs A. H. Templeton, King street. Miss Edith Johnson, left to-day for Greymouth to take up a temporary position as masseuse in the hospital there.

The Rev. Ferguson Fish, accompanied by Mrs Fish and family, left to-day by car for Auckland, where they will in future reside.

Mrs E. H. S. Miller, of Wellington, is at present visiting her mother, Mrs A. Wingfield, St. Kikla. Mrs O’Neill and her daughter, of Sydney, formerly of Dunedin, were passengers on the Strathnaver on a cruise to Fiji.

Miss Zoe Hudson has returned from a visit to Invercargill. Miss D. Garatt has' returned from a visit to Auckland.

.Mrs Marshall Macdonald is visiting Dunedin, and is the guest of Mrs W. J. Crawford, Carroll street.

Miss Claudia Weston returned, on Monday to Dunedin, after spending the vacation in the north.

Rev. D. H. Stewart and Mrs Stewart, of Tauranga Baptist Church, arrived by the first express to-day for a brief holiday in Dunedin.

Mrs J. A. Hanan returned on Monday from Wellington, where she attended the conference of the League of Nations Union.

Mrs Ida Scott-Young, vice-president of the Writers’ Club. Auckland, and a member of the New Zealand Association of Writers and Artists, is on a short visit to her parents, Mr and Mrs D. Macpherson, Albany Flats, Dunedin. Mrs Scott-Young, who has been resident in Sydney fur the past fifteen years, has now settled in Auckland.

The Macandrcw Bay Women’s Institute met on September 6, when there was a large attendance of members and friends to hear Mr D. Tannock’s most interesting talk on ‘ Spring Flowers and Flowering Shrubs.’ The roll-call was most appropriately ‘ Your Favourite Spring Flower.'. A very enjoyable afternoon tea party was given on Monday in the Otago Women’s Club by Miss Dutton and the staff of the ,Froe Kindergartens as a farewell to Miss Margery Fish, of St. Kilda Kindergarten who_ left today to take up her residence in Auckland. A gift of a book of chai-niing sketches of children was made to Miss Fish.

The Morning to n branch of the League of Mothers held its monthly meeting in the Presbyterian Bible class room on Wednesday. Mrs Dodd presided. The speaker, Miss Johnstone, continuing her talk on India from a previous meeting, again delighted her audience with her wonderful description of Indian architecture, and the beauty and wealth of the burial places of Indian rulers and their wives. A vote of thanks was passed to the speaker by Mrs Wallace. The choir sang a part-song very acceptably.

The Tomahawk branch of the Women’s Institute held its monthly meeting on Thursday last, Mrs Mathiekou presiding. Games and competitions formed the evening’s entertainment, Mrs It. B. Mathieson winning the bedroom novelty competition. A most interesting demonstration on rug-making was given by Mrs King,‘sen. The roll call, “ Where I first met my husband,” brought forth some amusing information. The hostesses were Mesdames Jackson, King, and Henderson,

Prior to his departure for Australia, where he is to participate in the centenary competitions, Mr Denis Dowling was farewelled at a very pleasant evening in Mr F. M. Tuohy’s studio. Among those present wore Mesdames W. H. Cole, T. Moynihan, Allom, Misses M. Dowling, E. Herlihy, L. Comer, K. Whelan, O’Connell, Messrs F. M. Tuohy, J. Galloway, A. Dowling, E. G. Johnston, D. O’Connell, F. Sligo, R. Duncan, J. Steyens, W. H. Cole, T. Moynihan. Mr Dowling sang during the evening, and others who contributed songs were: —Messrs F. M. Tuohy, J. Galloway, E. G. Johnston, J. Stevens, and R. Duncan. Mr P. Sligo expressed the confidence which the people of Otago have in Mr Dowling’s ability, Mr Dowling replying suitably. Misses Leslie Comer and K. Whelan shared the accompaniments. On Saturday morning a big crowd assembled at the station to hid Mr Dowling farewell, and as the train moved off he was accorded musical honours. Country Girls’ Educational Week. Following on the two most successful educational' weeks for. young farmers organised by Mr A. C. Cameron in June, 1933 and 1934, the Otago Provincial Council of the Women’s Division decided at their Provincial Conference held in Dunedin in Juno to inaugurate a “ country girls’ educational week ” in September. The aim of this week is cultural and educational, and branches of the Women’s Division throughout Otago have been given an entirely free hand in choosing their nominees, though the executive stressed the fact that the girls chosen should have character, personality, and qualities of loadersliip, and be capable of taking a report hack to their branches. -

The travelling expenses of the girls are in most cases being paid by the branches of the [Women's Division, some of whom have had special small socials to raise money for this purpose. Branches of the division are also sending in donations for the expenses connected with the running of this week, and are arranging for the billeting of the girls, many of whom, of course, have friends and relations in Dunedin. Though this educational course is for girls between the ages of eighteen and twenty-five, the committee asked that older girls should be sent first, .ns the council hopiis that this will prove an annual event in the future, and that younger girls will have other opportuni"ies of attending the course. Some eighty girls from the following districts will be in Dunedin from Monday, September 17, to Saturday, September 22Arrowtown, Alexandra, Bannockburn, Beaumont, Berwick, Cambrian, Clinton, Clutha, Cromwell, Crookston, Clyde, Clydevale, Evan’s Flat, Galloway, Glenorchy, Greenfield, Glenlecli, Glenomaru, Henley, Hawea Flat, Hillend, Katea, Kelso, Lauder, Maniototo, Milton, Middlemarch, Milburn, Miller’s Flat, Merton, Moa Flat, Momona, Omakau. Otakau, Owaka. Owaka Valley, Palmerston, Portobello, Purakanni, Poolbnrn, Ratanui, Tahatika, Taieri Mouth, Tapanui, Tarras, Tuapeka West, Waikouaiti, West Taieri, Waikoikoi. The programme was arranged some .weeks ago by, the following’ committee: —Mrs J.* F. Drake. Professor A. G. Strong. Mrs .fames Begg, and Miss F. V- Finlayson. The programme throughout the week is full of interest, and the girls who have been chosen must feel privileged _ in-being offered such a rare opportunity. National Council of Women. The National Council of Women held its monthly meeting on Wednesday last in the Women’s Club room. There was a large attendance. Dr M‘Kiunon was in the chair, and welcomed Mrs Brooks as representative of the newly-affiliated Radiant Health Club. Mrs Joues-Neilson addressed The meeting on ‘ Reciprocity of Pensions With Great Britain from the Point of View of tho British Immigrant.’ Until 1930 immigrants had no chance of an old ago pension until resident twentyfive years in New Zealand. Those coming to New Zealand since January 2, 1930, may continue their contributions to the national health insurance funds of Great Britain, and in time receive an old age pension or a widow’s pension paid by Great Britain. No provision, however, has been made for helping the earlier immigrants, who may be advanced in years, and hospital - boards have had in some cases to accept responsibility. The pension scheme for widows presents soino difference in the two countries, widows without children drawing a pension in Great Britain, hut not in New Zealand, This raises a difficulty when the question of reciprocity is approached. Further, more care is needed for immigrants when they arrive. Receiving depots are needed, because fully nine months elapse between tlie time of nomination and that of arrival, and circumstances may have so altered that an immigrant may be stranded. The charges'by way of hotel tariff should he moderate in order to aid in establishing the newcomers. The address was much appreciated, and Mrs Jones-Neilson was accorded a hearty vote of thanks. During the evening Mrs Herbert reported on the last meeting of the Dunedin City Council, giving a condensed and enlightening account of the proceedings,. and Dr Sinclair dealt with various world-wide activities in the film problem.

Great interest is already being taken in the New Zealand Drama League festival, to be held in Timaru on October 5. The winning play from each of the provincial centres (Auckland, Wellington, Christchurch, South Canterbury, aqd Otago) will be presented, and a New Zealand award made. The fudges are Mr Leo Du Chateau, Wellington, Mr W. Booby, Christchurch, and Miss Bessie Thomson, Dunedin. A large number of interested spectators are making arrangements to travel up from Dunedin.

A very successful trump whist drive was held on Saturday evening in the Boslyn bowling pavilion in aid of the funds of the Punga Croquet Club. Although conditions outside were very wintry, everything, within the pavilion, with, its lovely iires, was cosy and warm. Bowls of spring flowers, too, added a bright note to the decorations. The winners of prizes for the highest scores were Miss Al'Goun and Mr S. Lawn, while small consolation trophies went to Mrs Benzoni and Mr W. Corbet. The committee in charge of the function had made excellent arrangements, and the evening was a great social success as well as adding materially to the club funds. Green Valley Hall. On Thursday evening, August 3p, Green Valley presented a gay scene for the opening of the now hall by a grand ball. Mr D. Mathcson (chairman of the Hall Committee) remarked on the pleasure it gave the residents of the little district to see so many friends present at the opening of, their hall. Miss Brenda Bell, of Shag Valley Station, in a very happy and original speech, declared the hall open. Short speeches were given by Mr J. Pringle, Mr W. Matheson. and Air J. M'Lew. The music for the dance was supplied, by the Black Cat Band. Air Geo. Glover carried out the duties of AI.C., and dancing was enjoyed by some 150 couples. One of the outstanding features of the party was the banquet supper under the capable supervision of Airs W. Alatheson and lady friends in the district. The tables were decorated with flowers and coloured candles, and each person was supplied with, a carnival hat. The young girls of Green Valley looked dainty in theii green aprons and caps while waiting at the tables. Altogether the evening was pronounced by many, present to be one of the most successful halls' ever held in a country district of Otago. The following prizes were won' during the evening;—Belle of the ball (prize given by Air Crow, of the D.1.C., Dunedin), Alias T. Phillips (Dunedin), pretty claret chiffon velvet frock trimmed with lace; lucky supper tickets (prizes given by Air Alain and Air Reid), Miss Campbell and Air O’Connor; spot waltz (prizes given by Air Al'Carthy), Air and Airs Stevenson (Palmerston). The following were competition winners:—. Framed parchment picture, Air Stevenson; supper cloth, Aliss A. Wilson (Dunedin). Among those present were Airs and Aliss Bell (Shag Valley Station), ‘ Alcsdames Galloway. (Palmerston), wearing black lace and georgette; .1. Pringle, floral silk voile; W. Alatheson, green organdie voile; D. Alatheson, blue panne velvet; W. Freeland, wine crepe de chine; T. Cousins, claret satin benute; J. M'Lew, black silk and beige; E. H. Bastion, saxo blue satin; G. A. Wills, pink model frock; W. Campbell, flame satin; D. Pearce* figured voile; S. Wilson, green net over satin; T. Lindsay, apricot silk and lace; James Stewart (Waipiata), tangerine gold lacing: J. Kerse (Clinton), silver broche; K. Cockburn (Palmerston), emerald green and marecain; Hannah, fawn georgette; Alexander Al'Gregor, black silk check; H. Brown, black lace; S. Phhnester (Dunedin), black satin; R. Farquharson, pink floral . taffeta; Congalton (Kartigi), black silk lace and georgette; Chaston (Dunback), wine satin; E. Brownlie (Dunback),-black lace; A.. T. Field, sapphire satin; A. Pringle (Hhuroa Hill), black; G. Glover, red crinkly crepe; J. A. Adams, navy georgette; John Forrest (Palmerston), lemon floral georgette; C. Al'Gregor (Palmerston), black georgette and radium lace; Gilbert (Aloonlight), saxe crepe silk raarocain, red coatee; Cowan (Palmerston), black lace; Stevenson (Palmerston), black satin and lace; J. Burrow, brown celanese; H. C. Howard, navy blue lace; C. Alurphy, black satin heauto; Deem, cream satin; Al'Neish, black crepe; Alurray, black satin; H. Glover, black silk lace; W. Al'Kay (Dunedin’), flame satin over diamante; C. D. Giliand (Palmerston), cherry satin; Park (Alorrisons), black lace georgette; Robertson,_ biege silk and red; George Black, windswept velvet; Rory Cameron, tartan crepe de chine; T. Campbell, black' lace georgette; P. Rouxelle, navy georgette and lace; A. B. Hore, black georgette; and H. Pilbrow, black satin; and Misses S. Douglas, red silk georgette; Al‘Dew, blue georgette; I. Pringle, floral taffeta; E. Pringle, green satin bente; P. Patterson, midnight blue elephant crepe; E. Ross, flame lace over taffeta; G. Al'Kay, flame and scarlet satin; I. Phillips (Dunedin)-, chiffon velvet and lace; J. Lindsay (Palmerston), gold lace; Alargp M'lntosh, blue silk velvet; Grace Al'lntosh, tile batalasse; J. Aforrison (Dunedin), bine floral; Elsie Alann, pale pink crepe de chine; M, Douglas, black georgette; AI. J. Burgess, crinkly crepe; B. C. Fulton, red velvet; C. T. Burgess (Glenpark); C. Taylor, tangerine art silk; E. Campbell, old gold broche silk; E. Forrest, old gold satin; J. Al'lntosh (Palmerston), gold lace; D. Alurray, black satin; C. Al'Gregor, black organdie; P. Alurray, pink satin; AI. Robbie, red crinkly crepe; P. Dunn; E. Pearson; Rouxelle, red and white check taffeta; A. AI. Wilson, angelskin mulberry; Fraser, floral voile: Peddie, red windswept crepe; A. Wilson, black chenille velvet: P. Phelan', black silk and lace; May Al'Gregor, green lace; 1 V. Deem, pink satin; At. Ross, black satin;»S. Deem, navy blue; T. Lindsay, yellow silk; 0. Al'Gregor, bottle green celanosc; G. C. Howard, pink satin and white fur; P. E. Campbell, blue organdie; AI. Al'Gregor, red georgette; and D. Douglas, brown satin and lace. Songs were rendered by Airs Thomas Cousins, Alessrs E. Kelly, A. Snell, and R. Cameron. The committee was indebted to Air-Bastion, the local school teacher, who was in charge of the decorating. Air Bastion had been in the district only a short time, and much credit was due to him for his cheery and obliging disposition. He was assisted in the decorations by the Alisses T. and N. Pringle, S. Douglas, aud Alaska' G. Alatheson.

Tlio-literary circle of the St. Clnit Women’s Club met on Thursday even ing at the residence of Airs J. R. Kirk 'Aliandale road". Airs R. Gardner presided. After the usual business the evening was handed over to Airs Kirk, who gave an interesting talk on Shakespeare and his family, after which tin evening became a social one. Airs Kiri served supper. This closed the lasi meeting of the circle for the year.

At the annual meeting of the Port Chalmers Ladies’ Bawling Club afternoon tea was provided by the retiring president, Airs F. C. Smith. During the afternoon she presented the championship cup to Mrs W. Sutherland (champion of the green). This is the second occasion on which Airs Sutherland has won the cup. The winners of the two mixed doubles matches were Airs Braithwaite and Air Knewstubb, and Airs Sutherland and Air Knewstubb.

The ladies of the Anglican Church, Ravensbourne, gathered m strong force on Thursdav to do honour to one of their number, Airs F. Shanks, who is leaving the district to live in Tauranga. An enjoyable afternoon was spent, though tinged with sadness at parting from one who has gained the esr teem and affection of all who knew her. The Rev. Air Pywell (vicar) presided, with whom was associated Archdeacon AVhitehead. Valedictory speeches were made by both clergymen, also by Airs A. G. Thomson on behalf of- the Alothers’ Union. Archdeacon Whitehead presented Airs Shanks with a handsome electric kettle from the parishioners, making feeling reference to the loss the church was sustaining by her change of residence, but hoping Air Shanks’s health would benefit by it. The recipient made (ineffective reply. Afternoon tea was dispensed by Mrs Pope aud assistants, arid a musical programme, arranged by Airs Thomson, was much enjoyed, to which the following contributed:— Songs by Aliss Hawcridge, Alesdames George and Bullen; piano solo, Miss Westwood; violin solo, Aliss Hawcridge. \