WOMAN’S WORLD

Gisborne Times, Volume LXVIII, Issue 10749, 21 November 1928, Page 3

WOMAN’S WORLD

SOCIAL AND PERSONAL

Mr. and Mrs. M. B. Mander are visiting Lake Waikaremoana.

Mr. and Mrs. .'!C. Williamson (Te Araroa) are staying at Wainui.beach.

Mrs. Gore (Hawke’s Bay) is the guest of Mrs. B. U. Burke, Northcote Road. 1 , .

Miss It. Kemp (Melbourne) is the guest of Miss M. Bull, Russell Street

Miss E. MacEarlane (Napier) who is visiting friends in Gisborne is at present the guest of her sister, Airs. H. Chrisp, Russell Street. Mrs. J. Graham (Waimata Valley) is the guest of her sister. Airs. G. i'ombleson, Nubaka.

Mr. and Airs. P. Barker, “Glenroy,” and Airs. Ralph Mnrphv, ■’Panikau,” are visiting Fielding.

Miss (E. Williams, who has been the guest of her sister, Airs. Chas. Gray, “Waiuluka,” lias returned to Napier.

Mr. and Airs. R. Black, “Pakowiuii,” Mm'iwai, accompanied by theif two small children are staying at Morere.

Mrs. Ken way and Airs. F. Sherriff leaye "to-day for Havelock North to attend the wedding of their niece Miss AI. Kruse.

Airs. Ohas. Gray. “Waiohika,” who has been visiting Napier, is at present the guest of Airs. Douglas Gray, Pongaroa.

Or. Sedgewick, Bishop of Waiapu, was the week-end guest of the Ven. Archdeacon and Airs. Williams, “Naurea,”' Patutahi.

Mrs. Gouper (Otane) who has been the guest of Mrs. Ralph Murphy. "Panikau,” is at present staying with Airs. Thornley Sherratt, “Swarthmoor.”

On Friday afternoon Airs. 'L. Grey Burton invited several friends Lo n small charmingly-arranged bridge tea for Mrs. Walter Blundell of Wellington.

Mr. T. W. Sewell. (Palmerston North) who was the guest of the V en. Archdeacon and Airs. Williams, “Naurea,” for a few daysJast week, is at present visiting Air. and Mrs. T. W. Sewell, Tokomaru Bay.

Air. and Mrs. A. C. iße-llerhy, ’"Tiarekopae, and Air. and Airs. F'. G. Belleo-hy, Alatawai, were the -weekend guests of Airs. E l . AI. Hutchinson, Gheeseman road.

Airs. Hugh O’Loughliu. of Pukekohe, has been spending a few days with her mother Airs. AI. Parker, of Kaiti. She left on Monday with Air. and Airs. Russel! and party (also of Ptikekohei) on a. tour of' the- leading towns and scenic resorts of tho North Island.

During the week-end Aliss Jean .Marshall entertained several friends ta ‘a most delightful manner at her hume at Te Karaka, bridge and tennis being thoroughly cujoyed. Among fho guests' were’: Air. and Mrs. A. Pitta’r, Alisses AI. Austin, R. and AI. Scott; Alessrs G. AVilson and AJ. Scott.

The annual fete organised by tliu members of St. George’s Church, Patutahi, takes place on November 29. As usual, this popular event will bo held in the picturesque grounds of the Patutam Domain. Side-sliows, competitions, and other amusements will be provided in variety and there will be many attractive stalls.

An Australian Press Asscciuton message from London slates that Surgeon-Captain. Edward Atkinson, -who took—nart in Sc°tt’s pola-r-exped-it'on, was' married -in Glasgow to Miss Alary Hunter. Captain Atkinson led the re’ief party from tli’a base ship Discovery which found Scott and his four comrades dead in the lent, and he won the Albert ATedal in 1918 for heroic rescue work when the monitor Glat'ton laden with explosives caught fire of Dover and was torpedoed ,to save the town.

Airs. T E Taylor (Christchurch), has received word that, at the International Convention of the Women’s Christian Temperance Union, held at Lausanne, Switzerland, in July and August, she was elected a member of the Advisory Administrative Committee of tho World’s W.C.T.U. The other members of the committee are: Airs. ■Goydgn Wright (Canada). Lady Cecilia Roberts (England), Frau lei n Gu-stel yon Blutcher (Germany), Allle. Bernouilli (Switzerland), Mrs. Frances Wang Liu (China), and Allle. de Salterain (Uruguay).

IvlemLers of the GisNorne Women’s Club will greatly regret to hear that Mrs. T. A. Crawford, “the Grand Old Lady of the Club,” lias tendered her resignation from office'. She' was one of the original founders of the club, and has held the position _ of president for ten years. Her activities have been many and varied, vet the club always came first and her desire for its welfare and progress has always h-con paramount.. AlemNers. therefore, will endorse the sentiments of the club committee voiced in- the following letter forwarded to Mrs. I Crawford under, the hand of the. lion, minute secretary, Mrs. W>. A. Smith; “It was with extreme reluctance that your resignation was received and regretfully accepted. The committee wore hoping you would accede to the request of the deputation to continue in office 'until the year’s.end. As you cannot sea your way to continue, they all trust that the rest from the onerous duties as president will to your good health and strength. Your interest and arduous labors of love in the club will never he forgotten.”

PLUNKET SOCIETY. ■ , At the monthly meeting of the Gisborne branch of the Plunket Society/ ffield »in the AVomen’s Club on Monday afternoon there were present: Alesdames A. AI. Pufiett, who presided, J. Blair, H. Bennett,- E. E. Brown, A. L. Singer, F. AY. Nolan, N. H. Bull, R, M. Gunji, J. Wauchop, E. N. Sidebottom, J. C. N. qffiomas, Robertson, D AY. Coleman and Matron Clarke. Apologies for absence were received, from Mesdames J. Ait ken , R. Dobson, B. Muir and AY. E. Goffe. ' .

The Plunket nurse’s report gave the. : following , particulars-Visits paid to homes in town . 350, while the visitors to the office numbered '649, sale of emulsion 139fbs and of Karilac 3091b5; There were 221 visitors to tho countrv offices and 21 visits paid in The country districts. Airs. J. Blair, (secretary) reported the. arrival of Nurse Arnott; Nvi>o is taking over Niirse Elliott’s work in town', while Nurse Wall will continue tho- supervision of the country districts'. „ ■ .... - .. ■ »

A request from the Plunket nurses for a first aid'outfit to ba used ih the : office -Rras-aoceded '

BRIDGE. Gn Friday night Airs. E. E. Brown gave a . very delightful bridge party at her home in Ormond Road, in honor of Mrs. ; Waiter Blundell of Wellington! The drawingroom was' decorated ill wonderful shades of gold and flame slender vuses of Iceland ptipping and great howls of galliardias being used wrSh artistic effect. The decorations -in tlie diningroom were charmingly carried out in soft shad't's of mauve and pink, while a howl of carnations'," sweet AVikiam and anemones added beauty and fragrance to the. supper table. The hostess was wearing a graceful frock of black georgette and Jac'e. •Airs. Blundell was extremely smart in a black georgette frock and a black and gold brocaded bridge coat. Some of the guests included: Mesclames R. U. Burke, F. AY. Nolan, A. L. Singer, V. Barker, A. J. Dixon, R. AI. Gunn, E. Adair, D. Muir, H..G. Rice, L. T. Burnard, C. H. Cato, AI. J. -White, N. H. Bull; Miss' Didsbury (Wellington) and Dr. Howard. VALEDICTORY SUPPER. On Friday evening about 27 adult members of the Holy Trinity choir, supplemented by a few friends, met at the residenee of the church organist Air. E. N. Sidebottom, and tendered an informal farewell supper to Mr. R. A. Barnsdale who, with His family, leaves Gisborne next Tuesday to take up residence in G'hristchurch.

The guests who were received by Air. and Airs. Sidebottom, spent a very happy hour in the enjoyment of music, song, and pleasant social chatter.

Supper was served in the downstair drawing-room, and the opportunity was taken to extend farewells. Air. Sidebottom speaking as organist of-the church, said the choir was sorry to lose the services . of Mr. Barnsdale. The speaker congratulated the guest of honor' oil his promotion and wished him -success and good fortune in his new sphere.

Alessrs AV. A. Curteis. A. E. Pyatt and O. A r . Harr© endorsed the above remarks, and Air. Pyatt referred to tlu» fact that ,he and Air. Barnsdale when boys of II years of age. ,srmg sido by side in choir in Auckland. In reply Air. Barnsdale voiced his regret at leaving Gisborne after such a short stay. He thanked the speakers for their kindly sentiments, and said he would carry with him recollections of many happy hours.

A SURPRISE PARTY

Un Tuesday evening close on forty folks from town and Te Arai made a rendezvous at the gate of “Glendale,” Te Arai Valley, and conducted bv Misses Alargaret Aliller, Audrey Field and Betty Alciver, paid a visit to the homestead of Air. and Airs. Geo. Jobson.

Under the organisation of Airs. Th=o. Field the visit proved a genuine surprise, for not a word as to the intention liad been allowed to leak out.

The party were extended a cordial welcome, and enthusiasts were soon busy lifting carpets and moving furniture.. The large double doors between the drawing-room and breakfastroom were thrown ajar, and the two rooms were utilised to accommodate tlie guests. Dancing was indulged in to the music of the gramophone, and extras were contributed by Alisses Moira Pirie, Stella Chapman, and Mr. Alervyn Robinson. Much appreciated elocutionary items, songs, and musical monologues were contributed by Aliss Chapman whose efforts were heartily plaudedA dainty supper was dispensed, and at the, close “For They Are Jollv Good j Fellows,” and “Auld Lang Syne,” were heartily sung, and three ringing cheers were given for Mr.-land Airs.. G. Jobson,--, The hostess was becomingly gowned in navy' crepe do chine. Aliss Margaret jobson wore a pretty frock of peacock blue crepe de chine. Aliss Audrey Field was daintily attired in powder blue crepe de chine with a hem of silver lace. Among others present were: Alesdames J. I’vke, Theo. Field, J. R. dead. D. Alciver, A. Y. Chmmmn. Misses Alargaret Aliller, black velvet; Betty Alciver, scarlet crepe de chine; Margaret Livingstone, cream lace over green silk : Dorothy Shaw, black lace; Nancy Pyke, coral pink muon, with hip bow and uneven hem lme; Moira Pirie, jade spun silk, and silk sleeveless jumper to tone; Lorn a Henderson, maize georgetteT with tight corsage and trilled skirt- Stella Chapman, salmon pink spun silk embroidered with blue; Joyce Hopkinson, black crepe de chine; accordion pleated; Doreen Sharp, figured taffeta daintily designed ; A. AI unroe. pale blue georgette; and Al'essi s Geo. Jobson. 1. Field, J). Alciver. C. Pyke, Kay Shaw. J. Turnbull, A. Y. Chammin. Dixon Jobsoh. ltangi aim At llhur Mann. Colin Pine and Alervyn Robinson

GISBORNE WOMEN’S CLUB

LITERARY CIRCLE

The lasti meeting of the year was held by members of the Literary Circle of the Women’s Club' yesterday afternoon. Consequent upon the absence in Nelson of the convenor Mrs. JV Hooper, thte chair was taken by Alra. T. A. Hogg. , . The business was quickly dealt with under the able hands of the secretary, Mrs. F. R Hdl, and a satisfactory statement of finances was tabled. , TT a A newsy letter from Mrs. W. A. Smith, who is visiting Dunedin and Christchurch, was read,_ the ladies revealing keen interest in the activities of southern social lile, the stage, the women’s clubs, etc-.., as seen through the eycis and grapliically tohl by one of their fellow membeis. Prior to the closing of tho business part of the meeting, a suggestion was put forward and adopted that club members be asked to contribute old magazines, journals, etc., to the literary circle, so that a shell oi hghti reading matter would be available to all members resting in the rooms. Votes of thanks were passed to Mrs. F. R. Hill for her excellent work as honorary secretary: and to Mrs. R. AI Smith for valued service as hon. librarian. After the serving of a delicious afternoon Teia provided by Airs. Golfe, the readings- for.Mho afternoon were taken. The .subject was “Happiness” and aspects. weber advanced by readers in .the selections chosen. Airs. Pirlo opened the. readings with a Ruskin selection; Mrs, Geo. (Smith read from “Letters on Life by Claudius Clear” ; Aft’s T. A* Hogg, callings from “The Book Lover’s Anthology” ;" Matron Clark; '. an extract from “Tlie Value, of Happiness” ; Mrs. R. M. Smith, - “The Region ;of Your Heart” from “The Value of TNVITATION CARDS, Dance Cards, I Ball Programmes, Concert Tickets,, Wedding Invitations, Memoriam Cards, etc. Up-to-date stocks of latest designs.—Gisborne Times Printing ; Works.. -V,; / ' ... • .. ;1 • ,

Happiness’'; Mirt. Hill, “A Happiness Maker,” Anon. Upon request, Mrs; Pine read two brief extracts and a pcem selected by Mrs. T. A. Crawford., tlie final 'carrying the capital advice to ‘‘go homo happy,, thus taking happimelss to those m til© home ciii ele. The. alternoon was much enjoyed, and proved a very pleasant finale to the year’s activities. • TENNIS.

The weather was delightful on Saturday, but as a result, of tbe heavy rain during tho week the courts at the Gisborne club were closed. At the Whataupolco chib one tennis court and the croquet court were in play and enthusiasts spent a very jolly afternobii. The hostesses were Mrs. S. F. Clare And Miss G. Buswell, the tea table ill the pavilion being artistically adorned with tall crystal vases of pastel tinted roses. A very jolly American tournament, arranged by lady members, was bold at the Whataupoko Tennis Club yesterday afternoon ; in fact, it was so successful, that it has been decided to make it d, weekly fixture. The weather was ideal and a number oi close games'Were keenly contested. Mrs. Q. OnnerO'd and Miss G. Buswell gained, tile highest number pi points, Mrs. Ix G, Barton and Miss M. Tbodey being the runners-up. Tea was served in the clubhouse, tall crystal vases of roses ornamenting tho table. Among those present were Mesdamos Coombe. 0. Ormerod, B. 0. Jeffreys, L. G. Barton, Bo.’ 'inson; Misses H. Black. A. Grav, M. Macaulav, G. Buswell, M. Tbodey, It King ,and B. Murray. MOONRISE. The velvet-robed night her sable mantle k ( Spreads slow and soft o’er the silent earth. . Close and fondly folds it round the lone trees, Which, cowering uneasily away, Sigh and mourn for their 1 lam shed lord?—the 'Sun. Mysteriously, the dimly outlined hills Loom gloomily against the star jewelled sky. , „ . . All is" still; but, id the pregnant Last, A wisp of soft grey light wanly, appears, Grows ' stronger, till, shy peeping from the arms Of Night, bright shows the weakly new-born moon. Impatient of Night's arms, she walks abroad, While, fioni her g'owing glory, pale the stars That on the silvery floor of heaven Danced in gleeful sovereignty and power. Stronger she grows, and silvers by degrees - , . Hie grateful trees and murm ring, chatt’ring streams, Which, with silvery arms and glittering rills, Reach out to steal the si.ver soft caress Of the maturing moon. —Laurence Middleweek.

A FITTING SERVICE.’ (Sp.icia’ly written by our Fashion Correspondent.) I spent a most enjoyable time yesterday afternoon, with Miss Anne Leviclc, the Corsetiere Consultant from Berlei (N.Z.) Ltd., Auckland, who, as you know, is at present at Messrs,. Pettie and Co. Ltd. showing anybody and evei ybody who cares to callflaijd sae her just how much comand figure beauty" depsid tippn jkhv correct wcartng) ly'dei gpgji-fftt. § | MissyfLeV,jb!yi« shewed; 1 c m<# a wjonderfjil WHMjjvons, filmy? Alid Ji dofvt know how many each and every one .of Them modelled on a living New Zealand figure and designed to give one just the gent-'e control demanded ly present-day fashion. Miss Levick tells us that quite a number of her callers have been girls who appeared never before to have worn corsets and who have been amazed at the lack of ‘‘stiffness” and constriction in a Berlei garment, and who, coming to see her out of pure curiosity have walked out actually wearing corselettes or wrap-ons happy in the sense of elegance which th; garment imparted to them-■*.**

VALUE IN MODEL GOWNS. Among tlia, summer frocks sliowing at Messrs. Guthrie and Maddoek will be found numerous iitt',2 inode s ■featuring the very latest dictates of fashion, and yet the price 'asked would hardly seem to be enough to cover yuaei cost cf quite ordinary gowmfr fOne model in jade ffigeen Myljfetu, lla.s diagonal tucking® knifle-plea/ed skirt and a vestfaml eollfir of /rich quality crepejle-tdfine; sui^mj' with Br c< jateos ■fu stripes are ohtainnjtafui ifat three and foti^ guineas, afid very smarts'e eve less | styles cost much Pig tty crepe-d e-cliine irocksJifflr tennis cm the beach, piped iySn banded in color, with kilted slojjK, run from a little over a pountL#U two or three guineas, and thergijjre an endless variety ml voi'les, Minted ninons, linens, and- other summery materials, the prices of udmeh are so moderate that tho mattrol could not be purchased and made up at nearly such a saving: These gowns are an exclusive purchase of THE HOME OF GOOD VALUE and should tfe seen by anyone contemplating a new frock. V s