WOMEN’S WORLD.

Manawatu Standard, Volume L, Issue 114, 10 April 1930, Page 11

WOMEN’S WORLD.

Mrs A. Grigor left yesterday for a visit to Oamaru.

Miss Mimi Slack has gone to Marton to stay with Mr and Mrs Godfrey Baldwin. A national movement for sensible dress was inaugurated at Liverpool recently, the chairman and founder being Mrs Bessie Harris. There were 500 enthusiastic supporters. In an address, Dr. Harrison Clarko, deputychairman of the society, declared that long skirts were a menace to health ana that women’s present dress was as near the ideal as possible. After having served throughout the war as an army nurse, and being , for the past eight years attached to the Health Department in British East Africa, Sister E. Riordan has been visiting her home in the Coraki district, Sydney, on three months’ leave. On the eve of her return to British East Africa, where her'marriage will, take place, Sister Riordan was entertained by the returned soldiers and citizens' of the town. , - ~ BEAUTIFUL HANDS. 3 Too much soap and water is not good for the hands. : Oatmeal is' unsurpassed for cleansing the hands.lt should-be used'aldno or in conjunction with soap. A convenient way to prepare the meal is' to put a cupful in a covered glass jar, ,then mix in half a cup cf finely shaved oistile soap. Shake and stir them well. Wash the hands with this preparation in warm water, rinse thoroughly, dry and rub in a little glyoerine or olive oil. At night the hands should be massaged for at least five minutes with olive oil. , Wipe'off the oil before going to bed. In the morning wash them with the oatmeal mixture. To massage stroke the fingers and back of one hand with the fingers of the other; then vice versa, doing each hand at’least twenty times. Hands that are very badly stained should be cleaned with a little powdered pumice stone, dampening them first.' A Jittle lemon juice rubbed on the discoloured spots will help to remove them. Remember always to soak the fingers for five minutes in warm soapy- water before the nails are trimmed, or the cuticle pushed back. To-loosen the cuticle push it down gently with an orangewood stick, the end of which has been wrapped in a wisp of cotton wool dipped in peroxide or a patent cuticle remover. Women who suffer from perspiring hands should use an ounce of powdered alum dissolved in one pint of. hot water. Allow this to cool -and use as a wash (which must dry on) two or three times a day. An excellent preparation to use in the evening, especially before going to a dance, is made of the following ingredients: Tannic acid, 2 drams; givcerine, loz; toilet alcohol, 2ozs; rose water, 3ozs. Apply to the palms of the hands and between the fingers.,POSTING FLOWERS. Particular care is heeded when packing cut flowers for the post. it is better to choose flowers which are npt quite in bloom, arid these should be cut first thing in-the morning.. The choice' of a box for packing flowers is most important. A cardboard box is, of little use. as it may easily get crushed in the post, and many ' of. the blooms may be spoilt. " A light wooden box is most suitable. Having obtained .a box, place two or three sheets of thick brown paper in the bottom and make these just damp. • The end of the stalk of each bloom should be covered with slightly damped cotton wool, bound lightly with pieces of cotton. Neatly pack a layer of flowers on the brown paper at the bottom of the box; then cover with pieces of thin paper—tissue paper will do nicely. Carefully form another layer of flowers, cover with thin paper, and so on till the supply of blooms has been packed. She top layer should be well covered with thin paper, and it is a good plan to cover the top with damp cotton wool. The box when packed should be neatlv covered with stout brown paper and labelled “With care —Flowers.’’ BURNT FINGERS. Lightly cover with pure vaseline, then sprinkle thickly with bicarbonate of Eoda, and cover lightly with a bandage. STEAMING, THEN BAKING CAKES. This is an excellent method of cooking riph fruit cakes. 'So often when baked the outer crust gets hard -and dry and frequently burnt by the time the middle is sufficiently cooked. Try this way next time. The cake tin must have either a tight fitting lid, or it must be covered with a piece of cheese cloth and then a piece of greaseproof paper to keep out the moisture from : the steam. Both cheese cloth and paper must be carefully tied down. Fill the tin only two-thirds full. A oake weighing about 121bs would iequire to steam for four, hours. Take off the covers and then bake in a slow oven (2 75 degrees Farenheit) for from 20 to 40 .minutes. Remember all you want is to “dry it out.” BUSINESS GIRLS’CLUB. ANNUAL MEETING. Mrs F. W. Christian presided over a fair attendance at the annual meeting of the Business Girls’ Lunch Club last evening. A number of apologies for absence were received. "*

The annual report, which was adopted, stated that the membership was very satisfactory. Addresses at the fortnightly luncheons had been given by Mrs G. T. Brown, Mrs K. C. Abraham, Mrs Black, Misses Crawford and J. Street, Messrs Te A. Pitama, M. A. Eliott, A. Seifert,"M. H. Oram and Wilson and Rev. J. JJ. Parsons. The addresses had been much appreciated. The annual dance had been held on June 26 and had been quite successful, although the weather conditions had been unfavourable. Thanks were specially due to Mrs Collihs (nee Miss E. Mayo) for her work as dance secretary. Parties and kitchen teas had been held during the year and the trainees of .Boys’ and Girls’ Flock Houses were entertained. A party had been held at Boys’ Flock House and thanks were due to the Rotary Club for transport. The Rotary Club was entertained during the year. ■ The concert in aid of the Mayor’s relief fund had resulted in £39 14s, being handed to Mr Graham. The assistance of the club was given to the Garrison Band at the_ recent Paddy’s market. Thp' financial side of the club was quite satisfactory. The teport concluded with thanks to Mr W. Newlands, the honorary auditor, and

(By “GERMAINE.”)

to Mr E. Bleasel for the use of a room for meetings. The election of officers resulted as low:’—Patron, Mrs M. A. Eliott; president, Mrs M. H. Oram: vice-presi-dents, Mesdamcs F. W. Cnristian, Hi Palmer, J. Black, A. E. Mansford, F. J. Nathan, Ji A. Nash, W. D. Day, J. H. Blockley and W. T. Royal; joint secretaries, Misses 0. Blockley and S. Lucas; treasurer, Miss G. Bates; committee, Misses C. Mardon H. Yoeman, D. Johansen, D. : Welton, V. Royal, D. Stairs, M. Cooksley and 1). Rennett. It was decided to bold the annual dance in June. COLLEGE STREET SCHOOL SOCIAL. An enjoyable social function, organised by the ladies’ committee of the College Street School to mark the opening of the latest addition to the facilities for the education of the children, was held in the new building last night. There was a large attendance and the function was an outstanding success, the time being passed with musio, recitations and dancing. Dance music was played by Miss Ailsa Turner, extras being contributed by Mrs A. W. McDonnell. The ladies’ committee prepared a dainty supper and the members present were Mesdames A. W. McDonnell (hostess). C. Pees, W. Oates, S. W. Oliver. D. Pearson, R. Edwards, M. Turnbull, G. J. Judd, P. Barnard, W. A. Swinbpurn,.F. H.. Tucker, P. J. Stubbs and A. McLeod. Items were given by Miss D. Stairs (songs), Messrs W. F. Cutler and S. W. Oliver (recitations) and Mr 1». Findlay (violin solos) ■ while a trio (piano, violin and flute) was played ty Mrs B. F. Barlow, Mr L. Findlay and Mr M. Wilson. Mrs Barlow was the accompaniste. ANNUAL *SPORTS MEETING. STAFF OF COLLINSON AND CUNNINGHAME, LTD, The staff of Messrs Collinson and Cunninghame, Ltd., held their annual sports meeting at Terrace End Park yesterday. Results were as follow: Ladies’ 75 yards: Misses D. Turner 1, A. Scorrange 2, M. Walton 3. Ladies' 75 yards handicap: Misses M. George I, A. Scorrange 2, M. Walton 3. Ladies’ cycle race: Miss M. Spencer 1, A. Scorrange 2, M. Cronin 3. The ladies’ relay race was won by the upstairs’ team. The men’s relay race was won by the combined Manchester and furnishing department’s team. Men’s 100 yards: R. Griffiths 1, A. Strawbridge 2, M. Mclvor 3. Men’s 100 yards handicap: —. Griffiths (scr) 1, Strawbridge (scr) 2, Mclvor (2yds) 3. Men’s 220-yards handicap: 0. Merson 1, Griffiths 2, Strawbridge 3. Men’s high jump: Mclvor (4ft 7ins) 1; A. Ronberg and C. Merson, equal, second. The House Cup was won by R. Griffiths. FAREWELL EVENING: At the Orange Hall, dn Wednesday evening, the staff of Collinson and Cunninghame Ltd., held a farewell evening to Miss Ina Smith' and Mr Charles Merson, two of their number who are severing their connection with the firm at Easter. ‘ During the evening musical items were rendered by Miss Kelly Miss Ada" Cowlishaw, Mrs Vasey. and Mr D. Spring (songs), Misses Boyd’ and Emmett (pianoforte duet) and Master Ronald Scales (sailor’s hornpipe and -Irish jig). Several games wore played, the bean game being won by Massey College students, while Miss Floyd and partner annexed the prize for a contest which caused much merriment. -At a suitable interval Miss Smith was presented with a dinner service, and Mr Merson with a suitcase, as small tokens of the esteem in which they are held by the staff and carrying with them the best wishes for their future. Both have been popular members of the staff for the past nine years. The ar■rangements were in the hands of an energetic committee who deserve great credit for the efficient wav in whichthe evening was spent. The committee are thankful to those who kindly supplied music for dancing. Miss Smith is leaving to be married and Mr Merson is taking up a position with a Wellington firm. OBSTETRICAL APPEAL. CANTERBURY LEADING. MANAWATU’S RESPONSE. Per Press Association. STRATFORD, April 9. According to Dr. Doris Gordon, secretary of tne Obstetrical Society, the Canterbury district is now leading with the response to the appeal. The quota is £SOOO, and only £175 is now needed to complete it. Reports from Wellington district show £6700 in hand, there being a deficit of £BOO. There is a small deficit in Manawatu and Hawke’s Bay, but in the main the deficit is in Wellington city. Special efforts are being . made in these areas to complete the full quotas. Interim reports show that Auckland city and suburbs have £3OOO, but provincial returns will riot be available until the third week in April. The work in Otago and Southland is now in full swing. Returns to date show a total of £2676. WANGANUI’S QUOTA. WANGANUI, April 9. The final meeting of the Wanganui committee of th© Obstetrical Appeal Fund was held on Monday, Mrs Norman Bain presiding. " Mrs Bain said that the Wanganui district quota had been exceeded Uv over £4OO. This fact reflected great credit on the collectors. She took ihe opportunity of thanking them one and all for their splendid efforts. She also said that as small’, sums of money were still coming in, the balance-sheet would riot be published until the end of the month, when matters would be definitely finalised, Mrs G. G. fiancox stated to-day that the Manawatu district donations total about £540, and that it is hoped the sum will be doubled before the campaign is finally closed, which will be at the beginning of May.