In and Out of Town

Gisborne Herald, Volume LXVII, Issue 20190, 7 March 1940, Page 11

In and Out of Town

News items intended for publication in this column cannot be accepted unless accompanied by the signature and address of the sender. Notices of engagements require the signature of both parties, and a charge of 5s will be made for such announcement. Mrs. G. E. Cotterill. Tokomaru Bay. is visiting Auckland. Mrs. H. E. Maude, Wainui road, is returning to-day from a visit to Te Puia. Mrs. J. Perry. Wainui Beach, is slaying with Mrs. R. D. Dymoclc. Te Karaka. Mrs. P. Reed, Wainui road, was recently the guest of Miss M. Smith, Patutahi. * * * * Mrs. G. V. Smith, “Waitaria,” Patutahi, is returning to-day from a visit io Te Puia. Miss L. Cohen has returned to Wellington after visiting her sister, Mrs. H. It. De Costa, Clifford street. Mrs. M. W. Orchiston, Eastbourne, Wellington, is the guest of Mrs. Witters, “Kaiaponi,” Makauri. * :'.i •!: * Mr. and Mrs. E. A. M. Lys, Mangatoro, Dannevirke, will be the weekend guests of Mrs. A. F. Houston, Score' road. * * * * Mrs. A. Allen, Palmerston road, is visiting her son-in-law and daughter, Mr. and Mrs. Bruce Atkins, Palmerston North. * * «* * Mr. and Mrs. J. G. S. Thompson have returned to Masterton after visiting Misses E. Millar and C. Oman at Wainui Beach. * * * * Mrs. I. F. Puflett has returned from an extended visit to Hawke’s Bay and is staying with her daughter, Mrs. J. G. Bray, Gisborne Hotel. * * * * Miss Shona Williams, Fitzherbert street, is visiting her brother and sister-in-law, Mr. and Mrs. J. B. Williams, Rere. * * * * Mrs. A. B. Piller, Christchurch, accompanied by her daughter, Miss Nola Piller, is the guest of her sister, Mrs. A. F. Houston, Score road. * * * * Miss G. Wilson, Belmont, Wellington. is the guest of Mrs. Witters, “Kaiaponi,” Makauri, for the Orches-lon-Witters wedding. Miss Jill Williams, Fitzherbert street, and Miss Lois Miles, Iranui road, are spending a few days with Mrs. R. C. Murphy, Panikau. Mr. and Mrs. Fraser, Tolaga Bay, and Miss Margaret Fraser were recent visitors to Wainui Beach. Miss Fraser is now staying with Mrs. Spence, Whatatutu. * * * * Mr. and Mrs. E. Cranswick, Bay of Plenty, and Miss Helen Bartram. Gladstone road, left yesterday for Auckland cn route to Sydney, where they will spend a holiday. * * * * Mrs. J. D. Hosking, Dargaville, arrived at Gisborne yesterday and is staying with her mother, Mrs. W. A. O'Meara. Rittene road. * * * * Mr. and Mrs. R. Hutchinson, Waikohu, who have been the guests oi Mrs. F. E. Humphreys, Ngatapa, are spending a few days with Mrs. G. W. Humphreys, Harris street. Lieutenant Moresby, H.M.S. Achilles and Mrs, Moresby, who have been the guests of Mrs. J. Barns-Graham, Hangaroa, for a few days, left yesterday for Napier en route to Taupo. Mrs. J. B. Hutchinson, formerly of Te Awamutu, has left on a tour to Napier, Gisborne and Wellington, accompanied by her sister, Mrs. H. O. Kay, Orakau. * * * * Lieutenant J. Trythall, H.M.S. Achilles, who has been the guest of Dr. J. W. Williams and Mrs. Williams, Fitzherbert street, is at present staying with Mr. and Mrs. J. B. Williams, Rere. * * * * Miss Elsie Butt, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. J. W. Butt, Christchurch, has been appointed sub-matron at the new tuberculosis hospital recently opened by the British Government in Kingston, Jamaica. $ * * * At a meeting of the women’s central committee of the St. John Ambulance centennial baby contest, held at the home of Miss W. Lysnar, Stout street, on Tuesday night, good progress was reported in the canvassing for nominations. Mrs. G. Burns presided. Dr. and Mrs. James McVeigh, who were married in Christchurch some weeks ago, are at present in Sydney, where Dr. McVeigh has been appointed to the staff of Prince Alfred Hospital. Mrs. McVeigh was formerly Miss Patricia Ardagh, Christchurch. A HEALTH SCIENCE FOR AUSTRALIA Actually this is not very new and it cannot be said to be little known. There hag existed in New Zealand for die past 28 years a service *for the treatment of Skin Diseases that lias been so successful, and has met with so widespread patronage that there are branches in nearly every one of ihe larger towns of the Dominion. There are ten branches in New Zealand and more in Australia. At the Klexema Rooms all kinds of skin and scalp ailments are successfully treated, and the number of well pleased patients over the past 28 years mounts into the thousands. Such success must be merited. If you .ourself do not possess a healthy skin you are well advised to call for a ireo consultation. Klexema Rooms are at Bank of N.S.W. Bldgs., Gladstone Road. Gisborne Phone 311!).*

Farewell Party On the eve of her return to Wellington, Miss L. Cohen, who has been visiting relatives in Gisborne, was the chief guest at a delightful mah-jongg party given by Mrs. A. H. De Costa at her home at Wainui Beach. The sitting-room looked cool and inviting with its decorations of hydrangeas and brilliantly hued zinnias. A delicious supper was served informally. The hostess was smart in a simply cut frock of black marquisette, and an elegant frock of pastel blue floral cloque was worn by Miss Cohen. Miscellaneous Gift Party On Tuesday night Miss E. Read, whose marriage to Mr. J. Rogers. Rotorua, will take place shortly, was the chief guest at a delightful miscellaneous gift party given by Mrs. E. J. Vennell at her home in Clifford street. Pink dahlias and belladonna lilies were artistically combined in the decoration of the drawing-room, and in the dining-room, where supper was served, mixed flowers in rich shades of gold gave a note of colour to the charmingly arranged table. Cards were enjoyed by the guests, and later the inviting-looking parcels were opened by the bride-to-be, revealing a varied assortment of pretty and useful gifts. The hostess was wearing a graceful frock of ivory chiffon printed in a floral design in pastel tonings. Miss Read chose a smart frock of delphinium blue georgette cut on simple lines. “Kitchen” Party Mah Jongg and Tripoli were enjoyed by the guests at the delightful "kitchen” party given by Miss N. Allen at her home in Palmerston road on Tuesday night for Miss L. Hill, whose marriage to Mr. D. G. Gordon. Hawke’s Bay, will, take place on Saturday. Marigolds and asters were artistically combined in the decoration of the drawing-room, and a bowl of marigolds beautified the charmingly arranged supper table in the diningroom. Later in the evening the parcels, containing a varied assortment ol kitchen utensils, were opened by the bride-to-be, assisted by her prospective bridesmaid, Miss N. Hill. The hostess was smart in a frock of cyclamen crepe accented with iridescent sequins. Miss Hill wore a becoming frock of pastel green sheer cut on simple lines. Institute President Farewelled A very enjoyable social afternoon was given by Mrs. A. A. Brown at he: home in Lytton road in order to afford the members of the Waerenga-a-hika Women’s Institute an opportunity oi bidding farewell to their president. Mrs. C. O’Connell, who is leaving the district shortly. The guests were entertained in the drawing-room, several very interesting competitions being held. The winners were:—Fashion puzzle.—Mrs McKay. Countries—Mrs. Richardson. A dainty afternoon tea was served informally. On behalf of the Waerenga-a-hika Women’s Institutue, Mrs. Barrow expressed regret at the departure from the district of Mrs. O’Connell, who was the president of the institute for the past year and was also a foundation member. A presentation of a handsome bedroom clock and a floral dress spray was made, the recipient expressing her regret at her departure and thanks for the memento and good wishes. Mrs. Brown received her guests wearing a dainty floral frock, while the guest of honour chose London tan cloque. Mothers’ Union Tiie Gisborne branch of the Mothers’ Union held its opening meeting ■ for 1940 in Hie Parish Hall, Derby street, on Tuesday afternoon, following a brief service in Holy Trinity Church conducted by the Rev. K. Liggett. There was an attendance of approximately 35 members, to whom the president, Mrs. A. F. Hall, extended a warm welcome. Apologies for absence were received from Mesdames L. Balfour, E. A. Muis Crone, Goodyear, F. R. Hill, E. Trowell, and D, McKeague. A book, ‘‘Mother of the Bride,” by Alice Grant Rosman, was presented by Mrs. E, Trowell for circulation amongst members. Various matters of interest were discussed, after which a much-appre-ciated article, entitled “My Child was Crippled," was read by Mrs. Hall. Members’ wore reminded that the annual corporate communion would be held in Holy Trinity Church on March 27, at 10.15 a.m. Afternoon tea was served by Mesdames Walworth and Sellman, as-' sislecl by a willing band of helpers.

St. Luke’s Mothers’ Union The February meeting of St. Luke’s Parish Mothers’ Union was held recently, there being a good attendance of members. The service at St. Barnabas’ Church was conducted by the Rev. R. C. Aires, all later adjourning to the home of Mrs. Halbert, where the enrolling member, Mrs. Barrow, presided. An article was read by Mrs. Darton from the Mothers’ Union Journal. Social chat and afternoon tea concluded a pleasant meeting. The Princesses’ Good Turn Princess Elizabeth and Princess Margaret, while in Scotland last year, did their bit as Girl Guides by going out and gathering sphagnum moss, which because of its absorbent qualities, is used as a surgical dressing. This was disclosed by Princess Elizabeth in a letter to the captain of the Ist Buckingham Palace Guide Company, written before Christmas and published in the Girl Guide Bulletin. While the Princesses were in Scotland a Guide patrol was formed for them and attached to the Balmoral company. Less Severity in British War Styles There is a creeping back in London from the stern severity of early war days fashions to the gayer and more feminine styles. Paris dress shows says “gay simple dresses with a lot of embroidery to brighten them. But not too many frills yet. Gaiety in decoration will take the place of frills for the time being.’’ The harsh masculinity of 1914-1918 will not be allowed to return, but there is no swing back yet to the frills and furbelows that were so popular when war broke out. Evening dress is still ousted by long comfortable woollen frocks—warm and decorative. The military styles which tile war introduced are definitely “out.” So are scarfs for headwear.

Fellowship of Marriage Group Preceded by a brief service in Holy Trinity Church, Derby street, conducted by the Rev. K. Liggett, the first meeting for 1940 of the Gisborne Fellowship of Marriage Group was held at "The Vicarage,” Cobden street, on Tuesday afternoon. The chair was taken by Mrs. I. D. Bramwell, and there was a good attendance. One new member, Mrs. R. Dickson, was enrolled. Members were reminded that the annual corporate communion would be held in Holy Trinity Church at 10.15 a.m. on Wednesday, March 27. In regard to the group church rally, all members were asked to attend their respective churches on the Sunday following the monthly meeting, and it was decided by the Anglican member. ,o be present at corporate communion at 8 a.m. on that day. Mrs. I. D. Bramwcll reported on the activities of the Poverty Bay Women’s Central Representation Committee. A call was made for nominations for executive officers to be submitted at the annual meeting which takes place in May. It was agreed to undertake the catering for the troops departing from Gisborne during the current month. An interesting talk on the church s attitude to divorce was given by Mr. Liggett, to whom a warm vote of thanks was accorded on the motion of Mrs. R. C. Tuke. Preliminary arrangements were discussed for a debate to be held at next month’s meeting. "Can Divorce Be Justified?” was the subject decided upon, and sides representing the affirnuftive and negative were chosen. The hostesses were Mesdames A. Sand!ant, L. R. Bright, J. O. Musgrave and L. Harries. A FRIEND IN THE CANTEEN Fortunately good conditions and health-building exercise have kept the boys in Camp remarkably tree rom colds. Many N.C.O.’s and 'ificers, however, have experienced temporary loss of voice or hoarseess through unaccustomed strain on 'he vocal chords. Many have found a friend in the canteen to set matters quickly right. That friend is everybody's friend— Laxters Lung Preserver! Baxters lias unique properties to soothe sore throats and relieve hoarseness. AVith colder weather coming, Baxter's should 1)0 kept handy to cut short throat and chest troubles. Keep warm, keep lit, and keep Baxters handy and winter's ills will pass you by. For kiddies’ coughs dilute Baxters with water as directed on the label. Decide now to invest in a bottle of Baxters, 1/0, 2/0, and 4/0. Every I chemist and store sell Baxters.

“Downing’ Street” Cake Mrs. Neville Chamberlain, wife of the Prime Minister of Great Britain, has evolved with the aid of her cook a recipe for cake without butter or sugar, which may be made at will' because none of the ingredients is subject to rationing. The “Downing Street” cake, as it was at once called, is being served at her tea parties. The formula: Weigh two eggs and take their weight in margarine. Cream the margarine with golden syrup, add the eggs well beaten and then add sifted self-raising flour. Bake in a moderate oven for 45 minutes. To Marry at Exhibition First and probably the only couple to marry at the Centennial Exhibition, Wellington, will be Mr. lan K. Mackay and Miss Anne Stewart, whose wedding will take place in the Assembly Hall on April 27. The general manager of the Exhibition, Mr. C. P. Hainsworth, said that a meeting of the Exhibition directors had agreed to sanction the use of the assembly hall for this unorthodox purpose. Great interest is being taken by Exhibition people in the wedding, as the possibility of a marriage there had been mooted for a considerable time, and it was hoped that some of the Easter brides and grooms would make the Exhibition the scene of their nuptials. Art In Australia Taking as much of Australia with her as she can, Mrs. R. G. Casey, wife of the Australian Minister to the United States, who passed through Auckland on her way to Washington to join her husband, said she wanted to be as Australian as possible. She was, therefore, taking with her carpets, curtains, linens printed by an Australian girl, as well as a very good collection of Australian pictures. “We have plenty of people in Australia capable of designing for carpets, textiles and similar manufactures,” said Mrs. Casey. “No one has taken much notice of them in the past, but they are coming into their own to-day. I want people abroad to see what: we can produce in the way of art, textiles, timbers and so on, and that is why I am taking so many things with me.” An artist herself, Mrs. Casey is particularly interested in art, and feels that there is abundant talent in Australia in this direction. If at present it was fogged by inexperience, lack of encouragement and lack of training facilities compared with those of older countries, that was not to say that the spirit was not there. When Australian artists were encouraged and the prejudice against them in the minds of their own countrynten died, Australia should have a good array of pictures to show the world, Mrs. Casey added.