WOMEN’S WORLD.

Manawatu Standard, Volume LII, Issue 268, 12 October 1932, Page 11

WOMEN’S WORLD.

Sir Francis and Lady Boys, of Christchurch, are due back in New Zealand from a visit to England on October 18. Miss Mclntyre, of Wanganui, and Mrs S. J. Mclntyre, of Taumarunui, are visiting Mrs F. Barnaby, Jones's Line, Rongotea. The friends of Mrs R. A. Mercer, of Kelvin Grove, who last week underwent an operation, will be pleased to learn that she is now making very satisfactory progress towards recovery. One of the oldest living white people born in New Zealand is Mrs Mary Gunson, who celebrated her 91st birthday on Monday. Mrs Gunson was born at Tangiteroria on October 10, 1841. Mrs J. Hulme, who is well-known because of her association with amateur operatio productions in Now Zealand, has arrived in Palmerston North to complete the Palmerston North Operatic Society's Spring Show production of "The Girls of Gotten-bei-g." She is the guest of Mrs H. Palmer. OBITUARY. MRS ANTHONY WALL. Through the death of Mrs Anthony Wall, that took place at a private hospital in Wellington on Sunday, Porirua loses one of its oldest inhabitants. With her parents, the late Mr and Mrs T. Stace, of Pahautanui, Mrs Wall arrived in Wellington from Tasmania' in 1853. After a few months the family removed to ■ Pahantanui, where they engaged in farming pursuits. The Wall family at this time also took up -their abode on the Porirua-Pare-mata road, and still retain their original holding in the locality, where the late Mrs Wall spent 67 years of her life. The late Mrs Wall was married at Porirua in 1865, and had many anecdotes to relate regarding-the hardships of the ep-rly pioneers who in those days did not have the privileges enjoyed by country residents "to-day. Mrs Wall was always known for her hospitality and kindness to wayfarers in the early days, their old homo on the road being a haven of rest with travellers. Mr Wall predeceased his wife in 1901. Mrs Wall is survived by five sons —Dr. Wall (Wanganui), Mr Frank Wall (Martinborough), Mr Reg. Wall (Pukerua Bay), Mr Percy Wall (Waipukurau), and Mr Leonard Wall (Palmerston North). She also leaves two daughters, Mrs W. Hand-Newtown (Christchurch), and Mrs Basil .Taylor (Clrristchurch). The funeral took place yesterday afternoon at the Porirua cemetery, Rev. A. O. Swainson, of St. Andrew's Anglican Church, Plimmerton, officiating at the graveside, while a service was held at St. Anne's Church, Porirua, before the cortege left for the cemetery. The pall-bearers were the departed lady's' five ' sons and Mr James Wall, a cousin. LADrES''^bLF. ON THE HOKOWHITU LINKS. Members of the Manawatu Ladies' Golf Club engaged in a bogey competition on the Hokowhitu links yesterday, the results "being as under:— A grade—Miss M. Garner (11), 4 down; Miss W. Scott (10), 7 down; Miss M. Guy (7), 8 down; Mrs Brooker

(9), 8 down j Mrs H. McDowell (14), 8 down; Miss Wason (14), 8 down. B grade—Mrs A. McKegg (18), 4 down; Miss K. Nash (17), 5 down; Mrs R. H. Billens (19), 5 down; Mrs Gabriel (18), 8 down. • Following are the results in the junior medal competition, over 14 holes—Mrs B. Marsack, 87—8—79; Miss N. Nash, 89—6—83; Miss E. Gillies, 94—9—85. The fourth round of the middleweight competition is to be played on or before Monday, October 17. THIS AND THAT. A little grated cheese or lettuce added to tinned vegetable or tomato-fla-voured foods is an improvement. When making egg custard mix the beaten eggs with milk that is slightly warm, and the custard will not turn watery. To give a more home-made taste to tinned soups, thin them down with a ■little stock or vegetable water instead of plain water. .When more pastry has been prepared than is required at one baking, wrap it in oiled paper, and it will keep fresh for quit© a long time. Dishes will not crack in the oven if placed, when new, into cold- water which is slowly brought to the boil. Remove the dishes when the water is cold.

To prevent-raisins and currants from settling at the bottom of the cake, riiise the fruit first in' boiling water, dry thoroughly, then roll it in flour. Fish cakes, rissoles, and other fried foods that are. mixed with egg often break in cooking. This will not happen if only the white of the egg is used.

When making cakes, squeeze a little lemon juice into the milk. It will curdle a little, but the cakes will be improved thereby, and a little less baking powder can' bo used. Cake which has becomo stale can be made much more palatable by this means: cut into slices and put it into a tin- with a well-fitting lid; then, when you are using the oven for other cooking, put the tin on top of the oven and allow the cake to warm through very slowly.

SOCIAL FUNCTIONS. There was a large attendance of dancers present at the dance held by the Adelphi Cabaret Band last night. The music of the band was thoroughly appreciated, those present persisting in encoring from the opening to the close of the evening. Between dances members of the orchestra delighted patrons with various novelty items. "The Sailor's Sweetheart," a comedy sketch, was rendered by Mr T. Stratton in appropriate costume, and Messrs T. Coltman and Stratton caused the dancers to crowd round tho orchestral stage in a comedy number "Bear Feet Days." Two xylophone solos by Mr A. Brown, "Nola" and "Black and "White," were appreciated. A refreshing supper was served, during which Messrs A. Brown (piano) and Stratton (trumpet) played several numbers', "Deep Hollow" and "Copenhagen" being two of them. An extra number on the piano was played by Mr Bergersen. OLD PUPILS' DANCE. The first of a series of dances to bo held by the newly formed Campbell Street-Central School Ex-Pupils' Association was held in the assembly hall of the Central School last evening. In spite of the inclement weather and a number of other attractions, the hall was comfortably filled. Excellent arrangements had been made by a committee consisting of Mrs Buck, Misses J. Cameron and L. Patton, and Messrs M. Levy, L. Ward, C. Taylor and N. A. Itees (secretary), while the three ladies mentioned were ably assisted with the supper arrangements by Mesdames Wilkin and Jarrett. A Monte Carlo waltz was won by Miss Bowden and Mr Simpson, and a lucky spot waltz by Miss Reed and Mr Deadman. The M.C.'s were Messrs A. Gordon and J. M. Pearson, while an extra was played by Mr W. S. Patten. An ice cream and soft drinks stall was in charge of Mr J. Johnson, who kindly donated tho proceeds to the association. Enjoyable music was supplied by a . professional orchestra, and an enjoyable evening closed at midnight with the singing of the National Anthem. KAIRANGA WOMEN'S INSTITUTE. SOCIAL AND DANCE. The Kairanga Hall was taxed to its utmost on Eriday evening, when the Women's Institute held tlxeir first social and dance. It was very encouraging to see such a large assemblage with everyone entering into the spirit of the gathering. 'inat the • evening went with a good will speaks well for the excellent arrangements. The decorations, carried out with a variety of spring blooms, transformed the appearance of the hall. Musical items, and competitions, interspersed- with dances, provided a happy entertainment and a lavish supper was served by the ladies. Mrs \V. Hamlin, the president, in a neat speech explained the objects of the institute and expressed the hope that all would make it their constant endeavour to further those objects. Dancing continued until after midnight, when the function concluded with the singing of "Auld Lang Syne." Those who rendered pleasing items were Miss Tankersley, song; Miss D. Capp, recitations; Miss P. Dokerty, songs; Mr 11. P. Callaway, songs; Miss Jean Muir, tap dancing; Dorothy and Chubby Waller, recitations; Betty Waller, sailor's hornpipe. A pianette entitled "Misunderstood," rendered by the drama circle of the Bunnythorpe institute, caused much amusement. In the nail driving competition Mrs J. Burmeister and Miss Hyde tied and in the winner. In the final of the men's the drive-off Mrs Burmeister; proved drive, Mr Hyde proved the victor of the five finalists. Tho lucky spot waltz was won by Miss Capp and MiMale. The Monte Carlo waltz was won by Mr and Mrs Davey. Extras were played by Miss Powell (Bunnythorpe) and Mr Prentice. Prizes for the various competitions were kindly donated by Mesdames .Davey, Burmeister, Green and Miss Collis:

HAIR FASHIONS. The hairdressers' fashion fair at Olympia sets hair styles for the coming year (states a London correspondent). Experts say that short hair is doomed. The latest is cringle waves to the back of the head, and then very tight curls to the nape and round the ears. Hair must not come below the nape of the neck. Curls are very fashionable. Women with sleek hair must wear their hair drawn back from the forehead to the nape, where there are curls and waves. Curls carried across the forehead on a slant with a centre parting and an exposed forehead, with hair framing the rest of the face, are other styles. The rose blonde is to take the place of the platinum blonde. The new colour is an a.pricot tinge, and a big success is predicted' for it. The once despised "ginger" is now very fashionable. If you are not "ginger" by nature, then you must use dye. Other novelties at the fair besides hair, are lipsticks guaranteed to be proof against eating and drinking, hair brushes with removable bristles, and rubber nail brushes for removing nail enamel. THE "SLIMMING" CRAZE. London women are beginning to ask if the "slimming" craze is passing, having heard that Miss Ursula Jeans has signed a contract to appear in the film version of "Cavalcade" on condition that she adds five pounds to her weight (says a London correspondent). She says that she is delighted, and can now eat cream and sweet cakes, hitherto rigorously excluded from her diet. . Different authorities say that drastic dieting is over, but women still try to keep slim, taking fewer courses at meals, and making a feature of fresh fruits and vegetables, for appetisers choosing fruit or tomato juice. A certain famous head waiter, who disapproves of dieting, surprised a wellknown debutante the other day by refusing her order for lettuce and tomatoes and substituting amb potatoes and peas, and a pudding of creamed rice. This was meekly eaten. lhe head waiter's contention is that the young should enjoy their- food and. that it is impossible to do so if rigorous dieting it the rule. • NUT CAKE. Two teacups wheatmeal, one .teacup flour, half teacup butter, half teacup milk, one teaspoon baking powder, three eggs, one cup shelled walnuts chopped, one cup raisins chopped, halt cup sugar. Cream butter and sugar, add eggs one by one and then the milk. Add tho rest of the ingredients and mix well. Bake in a flat tin lined with greased paper for about an hour in a moderate oven. Ice with icing made with 2oz. butter and soz. sugar mixed well togetlter and flavoured with a few drops of almond essence and J little vanilla.. Sprinkle chopped _wal'nuts over icing and gently press in.