Women’s World

Hawke's Bay Tribune, Volume XXII, Issue 175, 9 July 1932, Page 11

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AN INTERESTING AFTERNOON “BAND OF WORKERS” MEET AT QUEENSWOO’D. On Wednesday afternoon the Band of Workers in connection with the Red Cross assnibled for the monthly meeting at Queenswood School. Mrs E. J. Herrick was in the chair, and Mrs Lindsay Gordon, hon. secretary, and also Miss Rixon (who organises the programme) were present, besides 34 members.

The steadily increasing attendance shows the desire to help among the members, and the interest taken is proving of much practical benefit. On Wednesday some excellent garments were brought, some knitted and some sewn.

Through the appeal to children from Lockyer’s over the radio, to send in six-inch knitted squares, to be sewn together by Bed Cross workers for bed quilts, the wonderful response of 450 knitted squares was achieved. Mr Cecil Duff, who was introduced by Mrs Herrick, then gave a very interesting address about the conference at Ottawa, which is so important a subject at present to everyone. This was heard with keen interest by all present. Mrs Herrick thanked Mr Duff for his most able address, and hearty applause signified general appreciation. Afternoon tea was banded round later, concluding the very interesting gathering.

NOVEL RECIPES (Contributed.) TO USE COOKED MUTTON. A local resident, who is a clever and economical home cook, has given two of her recipes for the benefit of readers of the women’s page. She says:—"lf you have not enough cold cooked mutton left for a shpeherd’s pie then use it as described. Mince the meat twice, add nutmeg, salt, pepper, and tomato sauce. Press it down firmly into a bowl. This will be nice for about three days to use for sandwiches, or heated on squares of toast. BAKED TREACLE PUDDING. For this pudding make a pastry crust: Two cups flour, rub in 3 tablespoons dripping, 2 teaspoons baking powder, J cup sugar, i teaspoon salt, and mix stiffly with cold water. Roll out with a floured rolling pin a few times, and then when spread out spread with golden syrup (not to the edges). 801 l up and put in jx greased pie dish. Pour over it 1 cup of boiling water in which 4 cup of sugar is dissolved. Bake well in the oven TESTED RECIPES GOLDEN SPONGE PUDDING. One tablespoon butter, 2 tablespoons suagar, 3 tablespoons milk, 1 egg, 1 teaspoon baking powder and 1 cup r flour. (The mixture may be doubled.) Cream tho butter and sugar, boat the egg and mix with milk; add tho flour sifted with the baking powder alternately with the milk, till the mixture is nice and smooth. Butter a basin and put in golden syrup or jam, then the mixture, and steam for 14 hours. Cook a good deal longer if the mixture is doubled. This is a delicious pudding. 1 HASTINGS WOMEN’S CLUB AN INTERESTING AFTERNOON. On Wednesday afternoon there was a large attendance at the Hastings Women’s Chib for tho play-reading circle, the members remaining to welcome Mr Paul Vinogradoff who with his manager, Mr Webster, was invited to the club. Mrs Goddard, leader of the playreading circle, had arranged the bright little one-act play “The Boy Comes Home,” by A. A. Milne, which was read by Mrs Lloyd (Uncle James), Mrs W. J. White (Philip), Mi;s Beadle (Nancy) and Mrs Hursthouse (Mrs Higgins). When the well-known pianist, Mr Vinogradoff, arrived, he was introduced to the members by Mrs Lovell-Smith, hon. secretary. The visitor, who could speak only broken English, chatted in French te Madame Maunder and said just a few words to each member as they conversed with him.

Afternoon tea was handed round by the committee and the reception was informal and enjoyable. Mrs Christie, leader of the music circle, announced that next week the music circle will be held in the evening as Miss Steele, who is speaking about Mozart, cannot come in the afternoon. There will be songs, duets, and violin and piano items.

At the conclusion of the afternoon Mr Vinogradoff and Mr Webster both thanked the members for inviting them to the chib. Others present, who included some specially invited guests were; Mrs H. S. Moss, Mrs Christie, Mrs Bathgate, Mrs Pufflett, Madame Maunder, Miss Steele, Mrs Goddard, Mrs Robertson. Madame Lelievre, Miss' Okla Laukovsky, Mrs Lloyd, Mrs Glenny, Mrs White, Miss Ford, Mrs Curlett, Mrs Beadle, Mrs Lockyer and many more.

Mrs. Commonsensical’s son won the positiou from 40 applicants because ho was a bright, smart lad who always rose early, had a cold bath, and after vigorous exercises donned a well cut suit, tweed tie, warm overcoat, finely woven scarf, and a hat set at just the riglt angle (all bought from H. Blackmore and Co., Ltd). This proved that, his brain was alert for he knew what he was about, thus becoming ultimately an indispensable member of the firm who emi>loycd him-*

"Stella”

WOMEN’S INSTITUTE THE TUTIRA BRANCH From Our Own Correspondent. The monthly meeting of the Tutira institute was well attended, representatives being present from Putorino, Tangoio and Maungaharuru. In the absence of the president, Mrs J. Scott presided. Remits for the Dominion conference to be held in Wellington tins month, were then dealt with, Mrs Osborne J.P. being appointed delegate. There were eleven entries lor the childrens knitted woollen vests competition—the members voting Mrs Bullock first place. These articles accompanied by flannel dresses and singlets made by the members are to be forwarded to the Red Cross for distribution.

The competition, best collection of sauces and pickles resulted, Mrs Paterson first and Mrs Whatley second. The sixp: y bring and buy stall was well patron.-cd and helped to create interest and funds. The hostesses Mrs Goodman and Mrs Bullock dispensed a tasty afternoon tea, following by community singing. A letter ot appreciation from the local Farmers’ Union was read, thanking the institute for hospitality on the various occasions, as the two meetings are held on the same day. The National Anthem ended a very interesting and happy gathering. THE ESKDALE BRANCH This month’s meeting was well attended, several Bay View members being present at our invitation, to enjoy a talk by Miss Spencer, to whom a very hearty* vote of thanks was passed for her visit. Mrs A. McHardy, in thanking Eskdale for their enjoyable afternoon, extended an invitation to visit Bay View next week. Arrangements were made for Miss Kirkham to attend the conference in Wellington on July 27, Miss Wilson being unable to go as previously arranged. Miss Kirkham was also nominated as group convener. The competition, something made from tins was very good, the winners Misses Kendall and H. Conway first, Miss A. Blair second, Mesdanies Bench and Ashley third. A bolt of flannel! was generously donated by Mrs Beattie and Miss Clark to be made into shirts for men in need. An “advertisement’’ competition was won by Mrs V. McHardy and Miss Aileen Conway. Hostesses for afternoon tea were Mrs Phillips, Misses Wilson, Veale and Martel. THE TWYFORD BRANCH. This month’s meeting was held in the school on Saturday last, when Mrs Mauson presided over ti good attendance. Mrs Burge was the hostess for the afternoon and gave the motto,, “If your face wants to smile let it, if it won’t, make it.” Two new members were enrolled.

More time was spent than usual discussing business mat ters relating to the annual Dominion conference in Wellington this month, when Twyford will be represented bv its president. Tho competition for best article made from a 501 b. flour bag was very kindly judged by Mrs Anderson, who after considerable thought awarded first prize to Miss J. Munro and second to Miss J. Richards. Mrs Purcell gave a very excellent demonstration on a sponge sandwich from her own recipe and Mrs Ross followed by showing very clearly how to make tailored but-ton-holes and very keen interest was shown by members. Instead of a roll call of thrift ideas several members gave useful hints, demonstrated where necessary. Votes of thanks were passed to all the members who so kindly helped, also to Mrs Arthur for the use of her electric stove. Community singing was also enjoyed. A delicious afternoon ten was served, including wedding cake from Mrs C. Goddard, a recent bride. “God Save the King” concluded the meeting. INSTITUTE BALL. A plain and fancy dress ball organised by tl» social committee was held in the Fernhill Hall on Wednesday evening and was a very successful function. The ball opened with a grand march to the strains of Walden’s orchestra, Mr and Mrs Manson leading. Quite a number of members were in fancy dress, mostly in Early Victorian styles and tho colour scheme was most effective, as it also was in the number of beautiful dresses worn by the younger members. Messrs A. B. Johnston and R. Arnott were efficient M.C. ’s and kept the dancers well occupied. Novelty dances were very popular aud included Barney Google and Monte Carlo. Mrs A. Evans and Mr H. Lowe won the latter and received suitable gifts. A most sumptuous supper was handed round and greatly enjoyed. During the evening Mr Johnston announced that the beautiful lingerie garment made by Miss I. Munro had been won by Mr W. J. King, who guessed the correct number—s 46. This swelled the funds very considerably. A special vote of thanks was passed to the musicians. The singing of tho National Anthem brought a particularly happy and profitable evening to an end. THE KERERU BRANCH. The Kcreru branch of the Women’s Institute met on Saturday last in the Kcreru Hall for their monthly meeting. There was a good attendance of members and two visitors. The meeting opened with the singing of the Institute song "Comrades and Friends.” Along with the usual business the possibility of holding a fancy dress ball in the near future, instead of the usual basket social, was well discussed and finally decided in favour of the fancy dress. A roll call ’’What to do in case of fire” brought forth quite unexpected answers and proved very interesting and instructive. Afternoon tea aws served; the hostesses being Misses V. Smith and D. Simmons. Glove-making was then very ably

demonstrated by Mrs L. R. Averill, all members taking a very keen interest. The meeting was concluded with the singing of the National Anthem. the taradale branch The Taradale branch of the Women’s Institute celebrated their seventh birthday last evening in the Bowling Club pavilion, a very large attendance of members and friends spending an enjoyable evening. A varied and interesting programme and competitions were provided. Mrs R. Wright, Mrs Walker andMiss Jean Lee, visitors from Napier entertained those present with songs, dancing and elocutionary items and wore heartily applauded for their efforts. A very popular item was the partsong rendered by the musical circle. A display of folk dancing was another item that was very pleasing. Communiry singing was also indulged in by those present. The competition winner was Miss Groves. The visiting ente-tamers were aecoined a very hearty vote of thanks ticn- the institute verv dainty supr.ei was served by the members, the main feature on the table being a huge, gaily decorated biri'iday cake, made by Mrs 0. White, and decorated by Mrs E A. McCutcheon. A happy and memorable night was brought to a close l>y the singing of the National Anthem. The usual monthly meeting of the Te Hauke Women's Institute was presided over by Miss Aplin. Two new members were enrolled. A demonstration of knitting and crochet was given by Miss McDonald, who showed samp'es of work beautifully executed in wool and cotton. A number of members began jumpers and sets of baby clothes. A parcel passing competition was hotly contested, and finally- won by Poukawa against Te Hauke. During the afternoon the members were congratulated by the president on the admiration called forth by their display of mar-

l quetry and papier mache during the , hockey tournament recently held at Te i Hauke. Papier mache bowls were used on the tables, and panels in marquetry decorated the walls of the dining hall. The hostesses, Mrs D. Harmer, Mrs T. Hape and Mrs R. Wirihana, dispensed a delicious afternoon tea, and a most enjoyable and profitable afternoon was brought to a close with “God Save the King.’’ A CHILDREN’S PARTY HAPPY gathering. On Saturday last 40 or more children with some of their mothers very much enjoyed a party which Miss Shapleski gave at her studio in the Y.M.C.A., gay decorations in autumn tints making ; the room look very attractive. The children entered into the fun ■ with zest, and quite good items were ' given by each during the afternoon — songs, recitations, and dances. Little competitions and the good old Sir Roger, polka and barn dances added to | the interest and kept the children bright and happy. Afternoon tea with i soft drinks, sandwiches and cakes was | a feature of the gathering which all the ; young people greatly appreciated. I