NOTES FOR WOMEN

New Zealand Times, Volume XLII, Issue 9623, 31 March 1917, Page 4

NOTES FOR WOMEN

SOCIAL AND PERSONAL. Airs (Colonel) Murphy, of Christchurch, is staying in 'Wellington. Mr and Mrs Hamilton Gilmer, of The Terrace, have gone to Christchurch. ■ Mis H. Richards, of Hororata, Canterbury, is staying in Wellington, to be near her husband, who is m oarnp. Seventy cases of apples "'era forwarded ‘to Wellington from Nelson this week for the use of soldiers in the 24 th Reinforcements. They were a gift from the people of Nelson. Mrs \V. E. Bcthuno is spending a holiday in the south, and has been visiting Hunmer. Miss Ida Moran, of Masterton, is the guest of Mrs Bernard Hill, St. Albans, Christchurch. The engagement is announced of Dr Dorfs Jolly, to Dr Gordon, Taihapo. The wedd ; ng is to take place at Easter, says an exchange. Mrs E. E. Howell (Singapore), who is spending six months’ holiday in New 'Zealand, arrived in Christchurch on Tuesday from the Marlborough Sounds, via Nelson, Greymouth, and the Otira.

Mrs W. K, Didsbury and Miss Didsbury are visiting in the south. DurTn" their absence Mrs Mac Shane, ol Auckland, has been staying in their house on The Terraco. Mrs Mac Shane leaves for a visit to the Wuirarapa early next week. The Ladies’ Auxiliary of the Navy Leaguo’“acknowledges with thanks parwarm clothing for the lesser auxiliary craft of the Fleet from Miss Mon-aii, and a donation of twine from Mr J. Mills, per Mrs Richardson.

Miss Dorothy Buckley is staying with Miss Stella Murray in Christchurch. Mr and Mrs A. W. Stcrton and Miss Wiltshire, of Solwyrt, Now South Wales, who have been visiting New Zealand, have returned home. Mrs F. M. B. Fisher and the Ladies' Auxiliary of the Navy League are arranging a sale of sweets at the Naval Concert next Wednesday night. Mrs Fisher will bo at the Town Hall on Wednesday from 11 till 1 o’clock and will be very glad to receive any donations of sweets for the purpose.

The death- occurred on Wednesday evening last, at the residence of her parents, of Miss Ruth Lambert, second youngest daughter of Mr and Mrs George Lambert, of Austin street. Deceased, who had been confined to her bed with illness for the past few months, passed away peacefully in her sleep. Deceased’s oharming nature and infectious cheerfulness made her very popular with those who knew her.

To-night the Mayoress and ' her Reception Committee arc giving a dance in the Town Hall for the soldiers. Though the 24th Reinforcements are the particular guests, all soldiers will be welcome, also the next-of-kin who have come to Wellington to visit their sous or brothers.

Much- good work continues to be done at the St, John Ambulance Brigade Red Cross Depot at the Star Boating Club’s sheds. The. workers are very regular in their attendance, and each department, making, cutting, unpacking, and sorting and repacking for transport, are thoroughly well organised. The committee sends away on an average of 60 cases a month of Bed Cross goods, most of which go to the headquarters of St. John in Loudon for distribution to the hospitals. The Brigade Hospital at Etaples, France, is also supplied with a certain number of goods. The depot will bo closed for the Easter holidays from Thursday afternoon next until the following Wednesday morning.

Packing for the next monthly, quota of gift parcels to the men in the trenches was begun yesterday by the Liverpool Fund at the Town Hall. Some members of the Citizens Service League assisted and altogether 010 parcels were made up and packed ready for shipment. Visitors to Napier from Wellington include Mrs Dixon and Mrs Mills. A general meeting of the Women Teachers’ Association will b© held on Monday evening next, when the subjects for discussion will be: “That the constitution of the Women Teachers’ Association be amended, so that teachers from secondary and technical schools he admitted as members.” Also certain proposals r© girls’ sports will bo discussed, and the question of affiliating with the Wellington branch of the Women’s National Council of New Zealand.

Women, here, there, abroad anti beyond who have hud the opportunity of testing many different kinds of HairWork are unanimous in the opinion that the only kind, that has .moved thoroughly reliable is the “Milsom. In spita of difficulties in keeping up supplies wa are enabled to fill all orders promptly. Information gratis and strictly confidential. If you cannot call please write. We have the variety, we have the staff, we have the knowledge. Best hair-work every description in best quality English hair. Transformations, Toupees, Switches, Pads, etc. All Hair and Skin preparations and Tonics. Clipping, Shampooing. Delightful Face Treatment. Miss Milsom, Barnett’s Buildings 01, Willis street. ’Phone BH.

What does your face reveal? It is like an open book and reveals much; but unfortunately for some ladies, superfluous hair is a constant ana dreaded worry and mars the whole facial beauty. In such cases we would like you to know of the effectiveness and complete destroying jjower of RUSMA. The removal of , superfluous Hairs by this method is painless anu permanent. Busina destroys every hair root, and leaves no scar behind. Do not experiment with dangerous depilatories. Be treated with Busina—you can use it in the privacy of your Home without the slightest inconvenience. MBS HULLEN, Toilet Specialist (Next Plunkot Nurses’ Depot), 3A, Courtenay place, Wellington.—Ad.vt.

Flowers of steamers. Dainty "Bon Voyage" Posies, baskets, artistic floral boxes filled with the choicest flowers. Suitable gifts for your friends leaving by' rail or steamers, at Miss Murray's, Vice-Regal Florists, 38, Willis street * To permanently Restore the Colour to Grey and Faded Hair, nse Donnelly’s Grey Hair Tonic. Donnelly’s, 65. Vivian street. Wellington. *

An agreeable aperient for Ladies, Children and Infants is SHABLAND’S Fluid Magnesia. Sweetens the stomach. Cooling and health-giving. Most economical’, Costs only on© shilling. *

TrTo~Rod Cross Depot in Mercer street has the Wellington Red Cross shop on April 13th, and Airs L. Blundell and Airs Aloorhouso will bo tho organisers. These ladies are calling a meeting of all those interested in tho shop, the women’s committee and workers, at the depot to arrange for stocking the shop. The mooting will take place at the Alercer street rooms on Tuesday next, at 4 p.m. Aliss Gladys Campbell has opened her dancing classes for tho season, and she is very gratified to find that her connection with Airs Wordsworth’s School of Dancing and Calisthenics, London, continues to bo of great benefit to her in New Zealand. Miss Campbell’s diploma, earned in that school, Ims brought her many pupils, and in spite of tb© war the membership of -every class this year is greater than last. Aliss Campbell is at homo to parents and pupils on Thursday mornings early. She continues to receive from the London school all tho latest music and advice.

The ladies of Newtown Bowling Club are holding a patriotic afternoon tea and sale of work at the club's pavilion this afternoon, which will be opened by the -Mayoress, Mrs J. 4*. Luke, at 2.15. Thuro will be play between teams drawn from members living cast and west of Riddiford street, and several interesting competitions. Tho proceeds go towards providing comforts for tho man in the trenches.

Tho St. John Ambulance Brigade and Rod Cross Society, Star Boating Club buildings, wash to thank the following for donations of money and hospital equipment;—Alangapehi Red Cross 'Society, Airs Bland, Airs E. S. Dick, Alias Boulcott, Muritai School children,, Alanaia Ladies’ Patriotic lied Gloss Guild, Wardell Bros, and Co., Rongomai Red Cross Society, Air J. Alacintosh, St. Thomas’s Patriotic Horticultural Show (per Mr J. ’VV. Salmon, £2O), AlcEldowncy Bros., Hukanui Red Cross Society, Otaki Branch St. J. A. B. and Red Cross, Alias Bright, Airs Brownell, Mrs Hialop, Alangaweka Red Cross Society, Bulls Rod Cross Society, Airs Nicholson, Island Bay School, Mrs Edgcbrice.

The Kelburn secretary of the War Victims Belief Association has oust received a grateful acknowledgment of the case of clothing sent in September from Miss Ashby, tho London secretary. A former box and monetary help sent were acknowledged some wooks ago. The letters are too long to reprint here, but Aliss Ashby says: “You will see how very grateful we are to you all for the splendid case of clothes, which cheers so much.” The association has practical people doing what they can to relieve distress among our Allies, particularly Franco and Russia. Gifts of • new or second-hand clothing will be very welcome, as another case is nearly ready to send. The Colonial Carrying Company very kindly collects parcels from any part ot Wellington. Mrs Alfred Atkinson, Fair View road, will give any information by telephone, and parcels may be left with Mrs F. Barclay, 12, Upland road. The Kelburn secretary, Aliss E T. Greenwood, will he pleased to sliow or send the letters she has received to any contributors who would like to see them.

rockets started to be the fashion a couple of seasons ago, says a Parisian writer. No one looked, however, for the avalanche of pockets which seem to have tumbled on to dresses for all .times of day. On sport coats and dresses they are so large that they are really draped on to tho sides of tho garment. They are mostly patch, pockets, tho tops adorned with a narrow fur band. In one of two models the whole pocket is of fur like the collar and cuffs. - -

WOMEN’S NATIONAL RESERVE. The W.N.R. Girls’ Club held their monthly meeting on Wednesday night. There was a good attendance, among them- several young wiyes of soldiers. Miss Port (secretary of the club) had sent a. circular (which had been printed gratuitously) to all, explaining the objects and reasons for formation, and tho members appreciated this effort very much. It was decided to hold tho meetings the first Wednesday in each month instead of the last, sio another meeting will be held next Wednesday. Miss Shepherd, of Kilbirnic, gave a most enjoyable programme of music, recitations, etc. Miss Little’s songs gave great pleasure. Airs Corliss (hon. secretary of the W.N.R.) gave a most spirited and interesting address, which greatly delighted all present. To many of them it was the first opportunity of hearing the speaker, and they were clamorous for more. It was evident to all Mrs Oorliss is in her element when surrounded by girls. She has the happiest and most delightful way of both instructing and entertaining. Airs Poi'ter, organising secretary, presided. A most enjoyable and profitable evening was brought to a close iby tho "singing of the National Anthem. All soldiers’ wives who are members of the reserve are being specially invited to these meetings.

The process of growth of the hair' is constantly going on in tho roots. When hair falls the root-sheath and the active growing cells are usually left and a fresh growth will take its place, provid. ing these cells remain perfect. The special guinea courses of hair treatment at Airs Rolleston’s rooms, Lambton quay, improve the condition of the scalp at this particular period to such an extent that new hairs are thus generated in the follicles of tho old and a healthy luxuriant growth is the result. There arc always exceptional cases in which scanty hair is hereditary, but even then a vast improvement is seen in the ap. pearance. Tho guinea course prevents greyncse by toning up the roots and preserving tho colouring matter. It also imparts to the hair a beautiful sheen or gloss. Clients are taught the latest hairdressings also how to treat and care for their hair in future. Mrs Rollesfcon, 25C. Lambton quay, Wellington.—Advt.

Here's a timely hint concerning the preservation of skin-beauty during summer months. Get a jar of Sydal at yonr chemist’s or store—rub a little on the face and hands and thereafter sun or windburn will bold no terrors. Unlike many face creams Sydal contains nothing to fill up and clog the skin pores—Sydal is a clear white jollysoothing'and fragrant—2s a pot. "

NAVY LEAGUE LADIES’ AUXILIARY. Last September a ladies’ auxiliary to the Navy League was formed in Wellington. Alembers have boon working ever since at comforts for the men of the British Fleet, especially those on the auxiliary fleet, the small patrol boats and mine-sweepers. Up to the present no garments have been made for the dependents of sailors, but clothing which has been sent to the auxiliary is carefully packed and sent to England and the committee are very grateful for any such donations. A room in the Technical School has been put at the disposal of tho auxiliary, and here every Friday a number of ladies meet and sew for tho sailors. Shirts are made, also sweaters are very welcome, socks, with long legs, 17 inches, being best liked by the men, mittens, ©specially glove mittens, the pattern of ivhioh is sold by the committee, and has been a speciality of tho Wellington auxiliary, balaclavas, a very good pattern of which is also sold for 6d, scarves and mufflers are also made. The scarves are sometimes of flannel, sometimes knitted, and are needed long. A Very useful article which is being made is a knitted chestprotector, which slips over the head and covers the back as well. A new glove is now being made, called the “Alellor” glove, which has been especially designed for the men on the mine-sweepers. This is cut of cloth in two pieces, which are crocheted together with twine, and the whole is covered with a shield of crocheted twino. This has been found a good protection when handling wire ropes, as the men have to do. Leather gloves wore tried, but the sea and frost rendered them too hard for use. All these articles are much needed, and the committee would bo glad of more workers and more gifts, either in monoy, wool, or the finished goods. When ready the things are sent to Messrs Kirkcaldie and Stains, who kindly pack them ready to be forwarded' to England. They are kept there by the London ladies’ auxiliary, and whenever a requisition comes from any ship the goods are immediately sent, and considering tho cold weather and exposed lives the sailors experience, they must be very welcome indeed. One of the principal objects of each auxiliary is the maintenance of its own “naval comforts fund,” for supplying warm dotting and other necessaries for the men of the lesser craft of the Fleet, and for assisting naval/charities by means of donations ; endowments, etc. In this connection Airs Hall-Thorapson, president of the Wellington auxiliary, is hopeful of raising a fund to endow courses for boys on training ships. Tho Navy is likely to bo short handed after tho war, and many boys will be unable to. pay for their training. The men of tho Fleet are well kept during their time of service, but their dependents will in many cases need help, especially in educating and training of the children. The London auxiliary states that gramophones for the smaller vessels are much needed. This auxiliary is at present feeding tho naval prisoners of war, a work which is" costing £20,000 a year, fn consequence they have no money for supplying gifts of this sort to the mon, and yet such gifts form almost a necessary as well as welcome addition to tho ships’ furnishings. Captain Hall-Thompson speaks very highly of tho effect the gramophone sent them had in keeping the men. amused, especially when they were on patrol duty, a very nerve-straining work. The Navy is such an important part of our defences that the work of the league’s auxiliary should strongly appeal to every patriotic-minded person.

PRESENTATION TO AIISS HETHERINGTON. Last night a pleasant little function took place at the Victoria AUlitary Hospital, when a farewell evening i was tendered to Miss Hetherington, matron of the ward, who is shortly leaving that position, by the staff and patients. The guests'gssembled in tho lower ward, many of tho patients and ex-patients being present, and a very good programme of music was rendered, which had been arranged by Mr Cornish. At the conclusion of the items, Colonel Alorico, on behalf of tho staff and patients of Victoria Ward, presented Aliss Hetherington with a gold wristlet watch, and expressed the regret all felt at her departure. Dr Barclay then presented her with a silver brush and mirror, from the nurses of Wellington - Hospital. Miss Hetherington was much surprised and pleased at these presentations, and Dr Deck, on her behalf, expressed her thanks for the gifts and the kind things said about her work. Afterwards supper was served, the soldier patients waiting on the other guests, and tho singing of “Auld Lang Syne” and “God Save tho King” brought a very pleasant evening to a close. * Tho matron of the hospital and many of the nurses were present, also Airs Morice and a number of friends of Miss Hetherington and the patients of Victoria Ward.

You won’t keep a cold or sore throat above a day or two if you use "NAZOL." Acts like a charm. Get it to-day. 60 .doses Is 6d. *

TLUNKET SOCIETY’S MEETING. The monthly meeting of the Boyal New Zealand Society for the Health ot Women and Children was held at the society’s rooms, 3. Courtenay place on Thursday morning. Present: Mrs ArcVicar (in the chair). Lady Stout. Mesdames W. Luke, Corrigan, -undersoil, Ponsonbv Chapman. McLean. C. Pichardson. Ward, Winder. W. Nathan,. H. Ewen. Misses Barnett. Inglis and Kirkcaldie . Apologies Were received from Mesdames Algar Williams, Earle. J. Tripe. Gordon Eeid, Leckie. Cook and S. Kirkcaldie. The minutes were read and accounts passed- for .payment. . . The nurses reported satisfactory progress, the opening of the rooms on Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday mornings being a great convenience to suburban residents. . Miss Barnett reported four sowing bees during the month many garments -distributed locally, also having procured a •hasinotto and stand, completely furbished. for demonstration purposes at; the rooms.

The following donations to the mater-, iai fundi wore gratefully acknowledged Mrs Winder 10s, Mrs Corrigan 10s, Lady Stout se, Mrs Eichardson, ss. L.G., ss, Mrs de ,1a Mare ss, also parcels from Hiss Qreig. Marten, and Miss Caughley.

The next sewing bee will be on Wednesday, April 4th, at 40, Hobson street. The hon. treasurer, Mrs C. Eichardson, acknowledges with thanks tho following donations: —Mrs McNamara 10s, Mrs Hamilton. 10s, Mrs Kirk ss, Mrs A. Smith ss. box at rooms £1 12s 3d.

The annual meeting will bo held on Tuesday next at 8 p.m., in tho Account ants' Chambers.

SHANNON BELGIAN BELIEF AND PATBIOTIC SOCIETY.

A meeting of the above committee was held recently. Mr G. N. Stephenson an the chair and it was announced that tbo sum of £577 19s 5d had been collected during the financial year. This included the following contributions:—Seifert Flax Co.. £126; W. H. Gunning, .824; Archdeacon Comins. .£l6; E. W. Taylor, .£ls 10s; G. N. Wood, £l2 12s: J. Mit. Shell. .£l2; Hcnneesv, Venn. McPherson, £ll each; G. N. Stephenson, £lO 10s; W. Tremowen, £9; Hoheman, £6 10s; H.’ Easton and C. Stevens, £5 10s 'each; L. Bowkcr and G. Burns, £5 each; Mrs Dunckley, ,£4 10s; W. Pedersen £4; Mrs Oridland, £3 15s; J. Eyrie and G. Pears, £3 10s: Eichardson. £3 ss; W. Easton and Fargher. £3 5s each; T. Christensen, £3; Mrs Laurrig, £2 18s 6d; Gibson, C. H. Gardiner, Aim and Clayton, £2 15s eaohj Brown, Watson, Carter, £2 10s each; Mrs Laurrig and J. Bowler, £2 Sis each ; Miss Laurrig, £2 2s; Sariilgehurefc £2 3s 6d; Doherty, £2 Is 6d- Eoach, C. Palmer., Hyde, Ogg. C. Pedersen and B. J. Tippler, £2 each; B. Spencer, D. fieid, M. Smith, £1 10s each; W. Kirkland, £1 9s; Crowtber, Clark, B. Gunning, Hammimgson, Hook, senr.. £1 7b 6d each: H. Butt Maugham Stern, Cole. £1 5s each; Boultbeet and Anderson, £1 2s 6d each; Wickliffo, Steel. Butler, £1 2s each; ‘Bobinsoin, Cameron. McHagg, Saxon. Law Bros.. Mrs Butt, Doidgo, £1 each; also 65 oontributors of sums under £1 each.

Karaka Bay will be the scene of the Y.W.C.A. Easter camps this year, when the Bible class leader of the camp for the older girls will he Mrs Albert Kaye, president of the Y.W.C.A. National Sub-committee. There will also ho a camp for the members of the girls’ department and the Pathfinders’ Hearth-fire and Pollyanna dubs will he well represented. These camps are proving of increasing value in the association life, giving as they do such opportunities for development of the physical, social, intellectual, and spiritual sides of a girl’s character. Mrs Hugh Beggs, wao was one of the Bible-class leaders at the Y.W.C.A. summer conference, will bo the speaker at the Sunday service at 4.15 in the Y.W.C.A. Clubrooms. Strangers to the city will receive a hearty welcome. For Heartburn, Acidity, and Pain afteir eating take Sharland's Fluid Magnolia. It both relieves and-prevents. But be sure it's STTABLAND's! Nothing else is “just as good.” One shilling. ♦ Woods' Great Peppermint Core. For Coughs and Colds* never foils* Is Sd**