NOTES FOR WOMEN

New Zealand Times, Volume XLV, Issue 10464, 17 December 1919, Page 9

NOTES FOR WOMEN

SOCIAL AND PERSONAL. Mrs Hardwick Smith is visit.«.s Chris tchurch. Mrs, and "Miss Peat returned on Monday from a visit to Australia. Mr and Mrs Hansford are visiting in the south. Miss McLean, of the Girls' College, is visiting Nelson. Mrs F. Hiokey is visiting Christchurch, and is the guest of Mrs M. 0. Keane.

The death occurred at Wanganui on Monday of Mis Louisa Snelsoii, widow of the"lato Mr G. M. Snelson, of Palmerston North. Mrs i Snelson landed on Petone beach with her parents the late Mr and Mrs' Henry Buck, of Wellington, in 18-11 as a child of tender years. In 1866 she was married to Mr G. M. Snelson, who predeceased her several years ago. With her husband she arrived in Palmorston North in December, 1870, and Mr Snelson practically laid the foundation of the town by building the first store on the western side of what is now the Square. Both Mr and Mrs Snelson worked hard for the community during the active period of thoir respec-> tive lives, and were well-known and widely respected by. the old settlers oi he district and residents of the town, who will learn with heartfelt regret of the passing away of one of the pioneer residents of Palmerston North. By her death one of the remaining links of the town's inception has been severed, Messrs F. L. Buck (of the Post Office, Palmerston North), Len. McKenzie (,\V ellinjrton), G. Levy (postmaster, Wihangarei). and Mrs G. Harper (Wanganui river) are nephews and niece respectively to the deceased lady. In St. Peter's Hall. Ghuznee street, the St. Peter's branch of the Girls' friendly Society held a sale of work in aid of the fund for the sick poor in St. Peter's parish, Taranaki street mission. The sale was opened by Mrs Sprott, who was presented with a bouquet of sweet peas by Pearl Mackenzie. The younger girls, wearing white frocks, formed a guard of honour to welcome hei. The stalls with their respective holdora were: —Needlewprk, Mrs Birchall and Miss Hall; produce, Miss Blackwood, with members help* ing; sweets, G.F.S. members; flowers, Miss Robeck, with members; fish pond, Miss Cook and Miss Richter. The eu« tertainment programme was . carried out by the younger girls, who had been trained by' Miss Balhnger, their honorary secretary. Tho following items were given:—Opening chorus, G.'F.S. members; recitations.. Misses Doris 0r« gan, L. Hampton, V. Lewis, C. Grono, B. Bartram; songs Misses M. Deslandes, V. Bennett: dances. Misses C. Miller, T. Dallas. M. Hall; ball-swinging. Miss R. Green; piano accompanist, Miss Robeck. During the interval afternoon tea was provided and mucn enjoyed,, thanks to the capable management' of Miss Woodward, who was helped by G.F.S. members; ' "

On. Saturday afternoon, last the district nurses of the Guild" of St. John gave a party to, the children of patients in the St. Peter's Mission Hall, kindly lent for the occasion by the permission of the Rev. Fieldcn-Tay-lor. There were a great many child* ren present, and each received a present from a Christmas tree, which was a great attraction, and tea followed arid the children had a/great time. The nurses and members at the Nursing Guild Committ&» looked, after ttheir small guests, and saw to it that thpßa who were unable..to come were sent their eifts all the same." Towards the expenses of the party donations of money were received from Mrs Moor* house, Mrs Balcornbe-Brown, Messrs KTempthorne and Prosser. Mrs 0. B. Thompson (Patea), per Mrs Corrigari, Mth Blundell. Mrs Barltrop, Mrs Mer r zog, Mrs Jolly, Mrs A. Levy, Mrs Hankinson, Mss Robieson, Miss Macandrew, Mr and Miss Rowley, Mss Una Carter, Miss Edmeades. Terrace Congregational Church (per Misss Riddock) Mr TV. H. S. Moorhouse, and Anonymous (three). Toys.and other gifts were sent by Mrs 0. 8.~ Thompson, Mrs Kersley, Mrs Hayman, Miss Thompson, . and Anonymous- (two). Sweets and cakes were provided by Miss Edmoades, Miss Una Carter, Wardell and Company, and Anonymous. Other provisions bv Mrs Moorhouse, Miss Robieson, Miss Macandfew, Citizens' Gift Fund (per Mrs Luke)j carrying was done by Mr McArthur.

A very pretty wedding was solemnised on Wednesday at St. Paul's Methodist Church, Sumner, Christchurch, when Miss Muriel Hanbam, of Sumner, was married to Mr Merton Budd, of Fendalton. The bridesmaid was Miss Dorothy Hanham. The ceremony was conducted by the Rev. E. P. Blamires of tho East Belt Ohurch, assisted by the Rev. VV. J. Williams, of Sumner. At. the conclusion of tho service the happy pair loft tho thurch to the strains of "The y Wedding March,' 1 played by Mr O'Donel Davis. A reception was afterwards held at the residence of the bride's mother, where a marquee was set out to receive the relatives and friends. Tho bridegroom and groom*man, Mr Lance Matson, were both several years at the front. The whirl of the world. Hair, Faco, and Skin suffers, and thoughts turn to what is to bo done, and who to turn to. A. specialist that specialises in hair and skin, and one that has .been long established, is Miss Milsom. Call and in6poct the very latest in hair and hairwork. A shipment of English hair has surprisingly arrived to help overtake the orders in hand. Everything in connection with hairwork promptly carried out. Exact matching to shade required guaranteed; All skin creams,' lotions, and tonics kept. Troubles diagnosed. Fear not to write if you cannot call. All correspondence strictly confidential. Miss Milsom (opposite Shortt's Picturo Theatre), Oi, Willis street. 'Phono BH.

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W.N.R. RESIDENTIAL NURSERY. 11 FOR HELPING THE MOTHER AND CHILDREN. The Women's National Reserve is establishing a residential nursery for ; the purpose of caring for, and looking , after children while the mother is in , a maternity or other hospital. It is i fully realised that the need of domes- | tic help is very, acute,- but when the i mother is ill'how much wore urgent is . the need then, and the residential , nursery is designed to alleviate the position whon-possible. Only children whose mothers are ill will be taken. | Recovery is often rotarded by anxiety for the children while the parent is | absent from them. Tho house is in | Owicn sftreet, Wellington South, a j bright 'sunny spot only a short dis- j tauce from' the park. Tho reserv» j wishes it to be understood it will not ■ be an institution in the genernlly-ac- j cepted designation, but an auxiliary , branch to aid homo life. The children-' will only bo in residence for a limited J perftd, not exceeding a month, ex.-J' cept for special reasons, when the. lie- | ccssity demands. Tho promoters arc j greatly encouraged by the 'interest' | evinced bv both men and women in j this object. As the nursery can neverr be self-supporting, though every child will bo paid for. tho reserve will havo , to look to the'public for help, but as, the work becomes known the promot- ' ers feel sure it will receive substantial. support. It is hoped to open tho nurses in January. Owing to delay in getting 'possession of the .house, a ; number of children have had to be re- f fused and others are waiting. Tho matron and sub-matron; who have . both been' appointed, are fully-tramcd and experienced nurses with a great , love for children. . . ]

WEDDING AT ST. PAUL'S

Yesterday afternoon a very quiet wedding took place in St. Paul's ProOathedral, when Mias Beryl Eileen Townsend, daughter of Mrs Townsend, of Roxburgh street, was married t'j Captain G. Lomax Stedman, R.A.F., son of Mr and Mrs Arthur Stedman, of Auckland. The ceremony was performed by tho Ven. Archdeacon Johnson, and Mr Rodney Pnnkhurst played the "Wedding March." The church had been decorated by the bride's girl friends with arum lilies and greenery near the chaacel. The bridal gown was of white georgette made with a. deep hem of old lace and corsage of the same lace over silk. She wore a veil of French tulle, very long, and folded cap fashion over the head and fastened with orange blossom, and nh<> carried a aheaf of Christmas lilies. Mrs Townsend gavb her daughter away, and the only bridesmaid' 'was Miss GwynneOh Millais, ___ who was frocked in maize-coloured"" georgette, the skirt made with deep tucks to tho waist, and the bodice having .a. deep corsage of volvet. A picture hat .was worn, trimmed with a bow of j;ellow velvet,, and her, bouquet was of rb6es shaded from cream to deep apricottones. Mrs Townsend wore a black costume and black toque with feathers, and carried a bouquet of mauve flowers. The bridegroom was attended by Captain Keith Stewart ('New 2;ealand Staff Corps) as be3t man, and his brother, Lieutenant Ralph Stedman, a? groomsman. The bridegroom and groomsmen were in uniform. After the ceremony a few old friends attended at the home of- the bride's mother in Roxburgh street. Later Captain and Mrs Stodmau left for their-honey-moon, the brida wearing a navy blue costume and hat to. match.

QUEEN MARGARET COLLEGE

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Queen Margaret Presbyterian Girls' CollegeTield its breaking-up ceremony yesterday afternoon in the college "hall, which was cr6wdod with parents and friends. The Hon. J. G. W. Aitken presided, and members of the board were present on the platform with the principal and staff. Mr Aitken, in opening the proceedings, congratulated the staff and scholars on the termination of a successful year, - and ■wished them all a pleasant holiday. In her remarks, the principal (Miss Job son) said the school" had only been open, a year, so they could not look for great results yet, but. she felt they had justified their existence. The school had a total roll of 80; and 25 boarders.

A programme of music and elocutionary items was given by the pupils, and the scholars sang several songs, their part-singing being' especially good. The kindergarten class, under Miss Evans, gave a little scene entitled '■The Doll's Shop," and enacted thoir parts very prettily. The prizes %vero presented by Mrs James Holmes; who aftenvaids «xpiesstu g«od wishes to Miss Jobson, who is leaving tihb college. At the call of Mr Aitken, the girls gave cheers for Miss Jobson and the staff. Miss Jobson ana Mrs Holmes were presented with bouquets of flowors. After the ceremony of prize-giving, the guests partook of afternoon tea, and examined the school work, which was displayed in the class room. The marriage took place on October 9th at the Parish Church, Edlington, Birmingham, England, of Mr William Wilson, 8.E., lato of Auckland University, and only son of Mr and Mrs W.' Wilson, "JKirihana," New Brighton, Ohristchurch. to Miss Florence Ida Boulton, F.S.M., 'well known in Auckland musical circles, and younger daughter of Mr and Mrs George B. Boulton, Stanley Bay, Devonport. Mr Wilson wont to England to assist in war work four years ago. Mrs Kolleston, who has just returned from tho United States, has imported a largo assortment of the latest designs in Transformation Toupees, and Hairwork of every description,