NOTES FOR WOMEN

New Zealand Times, Volume XXXVIII, Issue 8679, 12 March 1914, Page 9

NOTES FOR WOMEN

SOCIAL ANT) PERSONAL.

Mr and Mrs H. Moss have been visiting Auckland; so also have Mr and Mrs Charles Griffiths. Miss Essie Gray, of Gisborne, passed through, Wellington en route to India. Mil following pupils of the Sacred Heart College, Lower Hutt, were suec ssfui az t-ne Trinity College Theory Examination, held on December 6di:—Advanced Harmony, Kathleen Moroney, 81, honours; Intermediate Division, Pauline Patton, 88, honours. Advanced Junior Division, Agatha (Bunny, 92, honours; Jack Roche, 77, pass; Irene Exton, 61, pass. Junior Division,. Florence Boden, 90, hon'ours; Winnie Hobbs, 93, Honours; Nellie Noazor, 77, pass., Preparatory Division, Eileen Boden, 100, honours: 1 Girlie Kilgour, 99, honours; Jack Roche, 91, honours; Alice Roche, 90. honours; Agnes Moore, 86, honours: Elsie Gilkes, 83, honours. Mr and Mr Guy, of Palmerston North, are amongst the New Zealanders en route for Home. Dr Fitche-tt, C.M.G., and Mrs Fitohett are expected hack in Wellington to-day from Christchurch. The engagement is announced in southern papers of Miss Joyce Oogan, second daughter of Mr E. A. Cogan, to Mr Robert Erwin, eldest son of the Rev. Dr Erwin, of Christchurch. Mr and Mrs Clarke-Johnson and Miss Queonie Johnson,‘ who have been in England ’for some’ months, were leaving bn their return voyage at the end of January, so should he almost due.' At St. Mark’s Church on Monday, March 9th, a very pretty wedding was quietly celebrated, when Miss Gwladys Loohs, daughter of " Mrs iLoohs, Oriental Bay, was married to !Mr Norman Westwood, .of Birmingham. Tho bridge wore her travelling gown of grey cloth, and a smart little hat of tete de nigre shade, with white satin brim and tall ospreys. Her lovely bouquet was of pink roses. Miss Ida Loohs, a sister, was the only, bridesmaid; 'her frock was of cinnamon brown crepe, worn- with -a pretty tulle hat finished with butterfly hows. A bouquet of tea roses was carried. Mr A. S. Mitchell' was best man, and to Mr Hislop fell the honour of giving the bride away. A reception was afterwards held - at the residence of the bride’s mother, which was charmingly decorated with flowers. Mrs Loohs wore black crepe-de-chlne, and a black hat with white ostrich feathers. Mr and Mrs Brands, of New York,, registered yesterday at the ■ Grand Hotel. Miss Young (Auckland) and Miss Jacobs (Dunedin), who have been visiting the Picton Sounds, are at present at the Grand. Staying- at the Hotel Windsor are Mr and Mrs Bruce Bear, Mr arid Mrs A. S. Brown, Mr and Mrs W. F. Greenwood (Melbourne), Misses Collins (Ashburton), Mr and Mrs A. Kidd and Misses Kidd (Kiwitea). , Bliss Dora-Ensom, who has- been appointed rsupervisor- :of the Victorian Froo Kindergarten Union, is a native of Christchurch (N.Z.), where she was educated. As 4 voluntary helper in a free kindergarten there she gainersome experience; and then went tc Sydney for a full training, Later she spent a year in tho Pestalozzo-Frobel Institute, Chicago, after which she was for three years supervisor of free kindergartens and kindergarten training in Dunedin. For the last_ two yearr. Miss Ensom has been gaining further experience in America". Mr and Mrs T. B. Bear, who have spent an enjoyable holiday in Sydney, arrived back in Wellington yesterday by the Maunganui. A wedding which created much interest was solemnised at St. Peter’s Churoh, Hamilton, recently, when Dr, G. Gower, eldest son of Mr and Mrs Gower, of Wellington, was married to Mies Elsie Holden, youngest daughter of Mr and Mrs T. Holden, of Lake House, Hamilton. The bride’s gown of ivory satin was draped with Brussels lace, and her veil was becomingly arranged over orange blossoms. Miss Holden wore pale blue orepe-de-chine with lace trimmings. Mr Leslie Gower, brother of the bridegroom, was best man. After the ceremony the guests were entertained at Lake i House, and later Dr and Mrs Gower left by motor on their honeymoon trip. A quiet but, nevertheless, pretty wedding was solemnised at Te Horn on Thursday afternoon, when Mary, the daughter of Mr Dyer, of Johnsonville, was married to Mr Arthur Thompson, of Te Horo, the Rev. H. Cottom officiating. The church was nicely decorated for the occasion. The bride, who was given away by her brother, Mr Walter Dyer, of Palmerston, was attired in cream-fignrod lustre. trimmed with all-over silk lace, and wore a white hat. The chief bridesmaid. Miss Dyer, was dressed in cream, while three little bridesmaids —'Misses Esther, )Doris, and Marjorie Thompson—were riicelv dressed in white silk frocks, and hats to match. Mr Ernest Collier, of Te Horo, was best man. After the ceremony a reception was held at tho residence of Mr H. Thompson, whore there was a large gathering of friends. , A very pleasant afternoon was spent. Mr EE Allen, in a neat speech, proposed the toast of the bride . and bridegroom. In the evening Mr and Mrs Thompson left for Auckland and Rotorua, where they will spend their honeymoon. The couple were the recipients qf many useful and ornamental presents.

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EDITED a* "LOUISE.”

Will Lawson, in an interesting letter to the Christchurch “Sun,” says: “So, strong.a hold has the Tango craze got upon the oity that when the Japanese steamer Tango ,Maru came into port a while ago, after a rough passage, it is said, as a timely joke, that it was no wonder she danced with a name like that.” The engagement has been announced of Miss Julio Fruhauf, to Mr Harold C. Moses, of Auckland. Now, when questions educational are so much before tho public, it is interesting to read of an experiment which proved successful. The headmaster of the South School, Timaru, instituted the idea when more than seventy mothers accepted an invitation to visit the school.at work. The visitors were taken through every classroom and expressed themselves as well pleased with all they had seen. The;"■ere afterwards entertained at a short ■concert, and formally welcomed by the headmaster. During the afternoon Vllies and ice creams were sold tc •i a rents and children, and £7 was_ thus •aised for school purposes. Tho daintiewere prepared by the teachers (the Canadian" teachers introducing man' novelties) and generous assistance was given by many of tbe parents. “Wairarapa Age” announces the engagement of Mr H. H. Christensen, Vlount Bruce, to Miss Kate Larsen, fourth daughter of Mr Lars Larsen. North Mauriceyillo. writing trom England, a New Zealand girl says;—“A new place has oeen found for the stiff little bunchts of vivid blossoms in post-impressionist colours. They are being used on the corsage, on the hat, at the belt, am on the neck ruff, ’ and now beholo tuera coyly fastened to the net, laco, or ivory fan. They are quite effective, too, the gaudy, stiff flowers against the dainty white. They are general!,' caught about the stems to the outside stick of the fan, and one of the blossoms is held securely in place farther along the stick. Arranged in this wa' thev do not interfere with the opening and shutting of the 1 fail. The woman who is clover with the paint brush can turn any net, lace, or paper fan into a post-impressionist one by decorating it in spot and blotches of brilliant colour—cerise, orange,, purple and bright -n-r'en —in oil paints; then, if she wishes, she can be still more dazzling .n her colour scheme and add a contrasting bunch of flowers. Mrs R. J. Collins has accompanied Colonel Collins on his visit to Auckland, and will be absent for three weeks. A very pleasant ‘‘at home” was yesterday actorded Mrs Moßain, who shortly leaves for tho Lower Hutt, at ‘the residence of Mrs H. E. Lodge, at Levin. There was a large gathering of friends, including some from the Otaki district, and occasion was taken to express regret at Mrs Mcßain’s projected departure, and to wish her every success in her new home. The afternoon tea was a pleasing feature, the room being beautifully decorated with dahlias and tiger-lilies. During the day Mrs Mcßain Sang, and Miss Pam line Brown gave an elocutionary item, both of whichwere much enjoyed, , It will interest many to know that Df Arnold Izard arrives in Auckland from the Islands on March 25th, and will spend- a short time at Rotorua before coming on to 'Wellington 3 '- Naturally, one wonders if the coming elections will have any particular interest for the doctor, Mrs P. E. Orbell (New Plymouth), Mrs M. J. O’Donnell (Hawera), and Miss Casey (Wanganui),, who have been spending a holiday visit in New South Wales, returned by the Manuka yesterday. Black silk is thfe fabric of Miss Fanny Durack’s racing costume—chosen for its lightness; silk does not in any way impede the movements. This recordbreaking lady commenced to swim at the age when most babies arc learning to run. She is tall, athletic, and most beautifully proportioned. As a Vchum” /she is generous, loyal and most natural. Entirely without conceit as to her .wonderful achievements, naturally she is most popular, and her wins are always heralded with delight by a large crowd of Supporters. She is just twenty-one years of age, and another note of interest is the fact that she always uses “the crawl” when racing. Onlookers say that her pose and movements when diving are the perfection of grace and strength. Mr L. and Miss K. Gregory (Christchurch), who have been spending a holiday in the north, returned south by the Wahine last evening. Friendly games of croquet were played yesterday afternoon, between members of the Ngaroma and St. Augustine croquet clubs, Petone. During the afternoon the opportunity was taken to make a presentation to Mr Philp, a member of St. Augustine’s Club; who is leaving for Otahulm. The presentation was made by the Rev, G. B. Stephenson. Mdle. Dolores, now in tho bold south, is having very enthusiastic audiences, and has lost none of her charm. One critic, waxing warm on the subject, says, “Dolores has, perhaps, never been inspired before with so potent a talent for pleasing as she now exercises; it is something in the nature of what the Germans call ‘ das reizende geine ’ —ravishment, charm, what you willl”

MORAL AND PHYSICAL HEALTH SOCIETY.

Although only in its third year of existence, this useful society is doing immense good—quietly and surely. Tonight there is to be a public meeting, and all who are interested in social .questions should endeavour to attend and listen, to the Hon. T, W. Hislop, who will on this occasion be the" speaker. The meeting will be held at the Esperanto Hall, Lambton quay. The president of the society is Dr Piatts-Mills.

LOVELY LINGERIE AND BLOUSES.

A visit to Sylvia’s pretty showrooms, next to Miss Tendall's, in Eouth’s Buildings, Feathereton street, mil convince you that this millinery artist is also an expert in the making of exquisite lingerie and blouses. Sylvia's skill and experience are, indeed, of the highest order. She has designed and made hats in Paris. Her needle has wrought the loveliest of garments for the trousseaux of London ladies. The specimens of her needlecraft now on view will appeal to all who desire work of the highest quality. Sylvia is also showing charming new millinery models just received from her agents in Paris and London. An early call is solicited. •

LEVIN MEMORIAL HOME.

The monthly meeting of the committee was held at the Levin Home, Britomart street, on Tuesday afternoon, Miss Greenwood in the chair. The matron reported the children all well. They had been to the Sunday school picnic at Rena Bay, and enjoyed it very much. Gifts received with thanks:—Fish, fopr times, from Huicomb and Soils; buns and cakes, froin Mr House; apples, from Mrs Knowles; fruit, from Methodist Church; apples, from Mrs Mills; fruit, from Island Bay; ribbon, from Miss Archibald. The resignation of Miss Harding from the committee was accepted with regret. Much sympathy was expressed for Bliss Jolly, the matron, in her illness, she being at present in a pr.vate hospibai. Bliss Cook, from England, was appointed matron temporarily for three months.

THE LATEST “KTTCHEN TEA.”

Only the Americans called it a "Tin Shower,” arid described it thus:— _ A highly-amusing and entertaining tin-shower for a recent bride was managed in this way:— Following some bridal music, two tall girls walked into the room carrying a stretch to clothesline between them, -which they . tied to two pillars. All the tin articles Unwrapped and with jingles attached ..dangled from the line, makin; pretty siglvt an<i a merry little jingle 3f their own. The following sign was then set, rip:—/ “Myl isn’t that a funny wash ahang--1 in’ on the line, . . With all tho pieces puttin’ in then ’’ very hestest shine?” To Nettie they’re belonging for to make her kitchen fine; I know I hadn’t olighter, but I Wish - that they was mine.”