WOMEN’S WORLD

Manawatu Standard, Volume LII, Issue 142, 18 May 1932, Page 11

WOMEN’S WORLD

Mrs Law, of New Plymouth, is tho guest of Mrs E. C. St. Paul, of Feilding.

Miss Anna Blakiston, of Dannevirke, is visiting her cousins, Misses Brenda and Judith Banks, of Woodstock,” Kiwitea.

Appreciation of the fact that Mrs A. Sutherland, the wife of one of the committee members, was recovering from a serious* operation, was voiced by the president (Mr M. A. Eliott) at tho Manawatu and West Coast A. and P. Association committee meeting yesterday. It was decided to forward her a letter of congratulation.

Regret that Mrs J. McKelvie, of Carnarvon, had been seriously ill and compelled to undergo an operation, was expressed by the president (Mr M. A. Eliott) at the meeting of the Manawatu and West Coast A. and P. Association yesterday. It was decided that a letter of sympathy should bo forwarded to Mr McKelvie and family..

BUSINESS GIRLS’ RALLY

MEETING LARGELY ATTENDED

There was a. very large attendance of business girls and other ladies in tho P.D.C. ballroom last evening, when an organised rally conducted by the Y.W.C.A., and supported by the Rotary, Optimists’ and Savage Clubs, was conducted. The large hall held young women of many of the city’s organisations, the business houses also being well represented, and a splendid social evening resuited. There was not a dull moment throughout. Commiinity singing was interspersed with tho individual items and addresses. The hostess was Miss Jean Stevenson, national secretary for New Zealand of the Young Women’s Christian Association, and under her influence the young ladies were soon in an atmosphere conducive to good fellowship. Associated with her was Mr W. G. Black, president of the Rotary Club, who acted -as chairman. Miss Gordon, acting Y.W.C.A. secretary at Palmerston North, nlso rendered good service. The programme was as follows: — Community singing, Optimists’ Club, under Mr G. Foster’s direction; song, Miss H. Wallace; address Mr Black; community singing; songs, Miss N. Whalley; humorous songs, Mr B. J. Jacobs; address, Miss Stevenson; pianoforte solo, Miss R. Purton. The accompanistes were Miss D. Stevens and Miss Purton.

In his address, Mr Black said that the Rotary Club had decided to do its utmost to assist the Y.W.C.A. campaign for funds. It would readily be agreed, on inquiring into tho association’s financial position, that it required help. It had been a great surprise to see the scope of the association’s work and .the way it had helped young women. During the past few months the Palmerston North Association had placed 70 girls in employment; in the past year 350 girls had passed through the hostel; £QO had been expended during the year in assisting deserving cases. In Wellington 730 girls had been placed in employment. “It is very creditable, but it is a surprise that so much has been done and so little heard about it. If the public were more fully acquainted with the purpose and the work carried out, the association would receive more support,” said Mr Black, in proceeding to trace the history of the movement. Its purpose was to provide physical, social and spiritual development for young women and to be a source of inspiration. It provided “a home away -from homo,” having eight-hostels in New Zealand. In conclusion, Mr Black appealed for tangible support of the association’s campaign. Miss Stevenson, in lier address, said that she was delighted with the fine attendance of business girls and their friends on such short notice. The backbone of the Ir.W.C.A.l r .W.C.A. consisted of the business girls. There was a liability to think that it was merely a welfare society, but in reality it was a fellowship, comprising women of all types standing shoulder to shoulder. Women between the ages of 18 and 30 years were its backbone. Tn the city certain phases hod been well developed and it was necessary to show the association as an avenuo of comradeship, culture and service. Miss Stevenson issued a challenge to the girls to think instead of “swimming along on the surface of things.” The responsibility was theirs. She would much rather call a conference of business girls to talk over problems than engage in her present' mission of holding a campaign for funds. She appealed for support for the campaign and urged the girls to attend - a conference to be held when she returned. • ' ' At the conclusion of. the programme, a motion of thanks moved by Mr Black to Mr Jas. Wallace, of the P.D.C., for the use of the room, and the artists for their services, was carried by acclamation. After supper had been served by members of the P.D.C., C. M. Ross Co, and Messrs Collinson and Cunninghame’s staff, an informal dance was enjoyed until 10 o’clock.

LADIES’ GOLF,

MANAWATU CLUB

Members of the Manawatu Ladies’ Golf Club played an L.G.U. silver and bronze medal competition on the Hokowhitu links yesterday. The scores were as follow:

Silver medal.—Mrs Speechley 95 —17 —7B: Miss M. Guy, 91—9—82; Miss W. Scott, 96—14 —82; Miss E. West, 96 —13—83; Miss M. Garner, 98 — 15—83.

Bronze medal.—Mrs Whitehead, 103 —24 —79; Mrs J. W. Rutherfurd, 104 —20 —84; Miss J. Spring, 110 —26 —84; Miss Rogerson, Ml —27 —84; Mrs J. Young, 113—28—85. Juniors (over 14 holes). —Miss P. Abraham, 95—12 —83; Miss R. Barling, 96 —6 —90; Miss Iv. Garner, 101 —ll—9o.

The draw for the Gun Cup and McMillan Cup has been made and the first round is to be played by Monday, May 30.

PULLED RABBIT. One rabbit, loz. butter, one onion, six peppercorns, half pint stock, flour, grated lemon peel, mashed potatoes, chopped parsley; wash the rahhit. Peel and halve the onion, put this, the peppercorns, lemon rind and salt into a saucepan, add enough water to cover the rabbit, and bring to the boil. Put in the rabbit and cook till tender. Take out the rabbit and pull the flesh into flakes. Crop the liver and add. Season with salt, pepper, and parsley. Melt the butter m a saucepan, stir in the flour, add half a pint of the liquor in which the rabbit was cooked, stir till it boils, and add the rabbit mixture. Simmer gently for ten minutes. Make a border of mashed potatoes on a- hot dish and arrange the rabbit mixture in the centre.

TENNIS CLUB DANCE. The Manawatu Tennis Club held its annual dance in the Cosmopolitan Hall last evening, when a large number were present. Mr M. Mcßae acted as M.C., and under his direction a happy .evening was spout. After supper had been served the trophies won during the season wore presented by the president of the club, Mr J. B. Gerrand. In making tho presentations Mr Gerrand offered his congratulations, particularly to Miss Worrall, who had carried off the ladies’ championship for tho third year in succession. Ho also made mention of the pleasing fact that the handicap events had been carried off by brother and sister. The successful competitors were:— Men’s championship: A. Puldowski (second occasion). Gerrand Cup with miniature. Men’s handicap: M. McKenzie (holds cup for year). Ladies’ championship: Miss'E. Worrall (third occasion in succession), Worrall Cup and miniature. Ladies’ handicap: Miss G. McKenzie (holds cup for year). A Monte Carlo waltz was won by Miss Alsop and Mr Smillie and the lucky spot by Miss Hunt and Mill slier.

The committee responsible for the excellent arrangements made comprised Misses I. and M. Davison, M. Geange, D. Turner, E. Worrall, G. McKenzie, A. Lucas, R. Kirk, N. Smillie, Messrs L. 0. Wilkinson, A. Puklowski, E. Fletcher, T. Boyle, M. Mcßae, P. Hughes, L. Worrall, IL Elliott, the efficient secretary, Mr J. C. Grieg.

SOCTAL EVENING. The Manawatu Bowling and Croquet Club recently conducted an enjoyable card and general social evening in the club pavilion. Flag bridge was played, the prize-winners being Mr and Mrs J. G. Radford and Mr J. B. Gerrand.

During the evening trophies won during the season were presented by Mr J. B. Gerrand, club president, the successful players being as follow: Bowling: Champion doubles, Barnes and Gilbcrd; champion singles, J. Kershaw; handicap singles (president’s trophy), J. Mason (without a single loss). Croquet: Patterson Rose Bowl, Mrs Spring; ’Wilson Cup, Mrs Radford; Spindley Mallet,. Miss Gnustad. Supper was enjoyed and the evening finished with a sing song led by Messrs Corbridge, Kennedy and Royal.

Y.AV.C.A. “AT HOME.”

MISS STEVENSON ENTERTAINED

Miss Jean Stevenson, national general secretary of the Y.W.C.A., was the guest of honour at a very largely attended “At Homo” held in the Palmerston North Y.W.C.A. club room yesterday afternoon. Tho president of the local organisation (Mrs H. Sinclair) extended a cordial welcome to the visitors and introduced Miss Stevenson, stating that tho Y.W.C.A. in Palmerston North owed much to the loyal support of the womenfolk of the city. Mrs Sinclair also extended a warm welcome to the Mayoress, Mrs Mansford, Mrs Taylor (Mayoress of Feilding) and Mrs L. A. Abraham, who, she said, had been president of the local association for a period or lo years, piloting it through many troubled days. Acknowledging the welcome, Mrs Abraham mentioned that the Palmerston North Y.W.C.A. had come into being during the Great VV ar in order to cater for the girls taking up work in the city. -■The room was cosily arranged and bright with artistically placed flowers. A short programme added to the pleasure, those contributing items being Miss Joan Rowntree (recitation) the Misses I. and E. Roberts (vocal and Mrs H. Dean (vocal solo). Miss D. Stevens played the accompaniments Thanks tp the performers were voiced by Mrs Sinclair. Miss Stevenson spoke on the subject “Girls in a Time of Crisis,” and said the Y.W.C.A. was bound up with their history. It had come to meet the needs of young womanhood. It was in a

time of stress that the community called on the Y.W.C.A. as the most representative and comprehensive movement to assist in the reconstruction of women’s lives. Since the_ days of crinolines and bonnets the Y.W.C.A. had persisted in this purpose, meeting new educational needs, the changing relations of parents and children and new conceptions of religion. “I want you to feel that you are giving your support and interest to a movement that is really doing something constructive and worthy, particularly in this crisis of depression and uncertainty,” said Miss Stevenson. , At the close of the. afternoon Miss Stevenson appealed for help with the Blue Triangle Day.

Mrs L. A. Abraham, in moving a vote of thanks to Miss Stevenson, said that she thought this was an occasion when every woman should put her shoulder to the wheel.

COVERED SHOULDERS.

NEW EVENING MODES.

A broad-shouldered appearance is necessary this season, as width at the shoulders is the newest and most fashionable effect, being used on the most formal gowns, as well as the military top-coat and suits of tailored cut (says a Sydney writer). . Evening gowns have adopted the broad-shouldered effect, and tiny sleeves, berthas, and fichus are again in the mode for dance frocks, dinner gowns, and theatre wear. Although the shoulders and tops of the arms are covered with brief sleeves, it does not moan that the backless decolletage is not seen. On the contrary, it is more fashionable than ever, some of the new evening gowns being backless to the waist, while the arms are covered with a broad strap of the material on "'hi o .* l diamante or rhinestones sparkle, this is a style eminently suited to heavy satins or velvets, gowns of such soft material? as chiffon, georgette, and lace adopting the fichu or bertha of the same fabhic as the frock, extending from the V neck in front, crossing over the arras to form tiny shoulder capes, and ending at the waist at the back, where the ends of the fichu are sometimes tied in a bow, or in long ends to form a sash. This offers a practical method of bringing last season’s lace or georgette frock up to date, for a fichu of georgette of a contrasting colour might be added, as colour contrasts are fashionable this winter tor evening as well as day wear. If the fichu is long enough to tie at the bach of the waist, and have sash ends hanging to the hem of the gown, a very smart effect would he created, especially if shoes and accessories were worn to match the colour of the fichu. The square-necked frock uses tiny, puffed sleeves in the period style to gain its width at the shoulders. Satin gowns, with yokes and sleeves of hne lace in the same tint, are among the smartest of the season. This is a fashion much favoured for white satin bridal gowns, but it looks equally well in black and neutral-tinted satins.

CHOCOLATE POTATO CAKE. One and a-half cupfuls sugar, one cupful lard or butter,' one cupful mashed .potatoes, half cupful milk, two cupfuls flour, half cupful melted chocolate, four eggs beaten lightly, half cupful chopped nuts, half teaspoonful cloves, half teaspoonful cinnamon, two teaspoonfu’s baking powder. Cream sugar and fat, add potato and mix thoroughly. Add milk and flour alternately. Add the eggs (beaten lightly), chocolate, nuts mixed with spices, and lastly, sift over surface baking powder, and beat thoroughly. Cook in well-oiled muffin tins for 20 to 30 minutes in a moderate oven.

Protect yourself from winter ailment.' such as coughs and colds. “Nazol” is an efficient, scientific remedy. Acts at the root of tho trouble. Gives quick relief. 120 dcses for 2s 6d. 60 doses for Is 6d. —Advt.