NOTES FOR WOMEN

New Zealand Times, Volume LII, Issue 12094, 23 March 1925, Page 5

NOTES FOR WOMEN

social a*:d personal

Air and Airs Smitliers are visiting Mount Cook. Miss Cayley-Robinson, Palmerston A.orth, is visiting Christchurch. Mr and Airs C. D. Brown (Mana.watu) are at present in Christchurch. Miss Cadell (Dunedin) has left for a trip to England. • 'McCall (Alarton) is at present m \\clhngtoiK Mr and Airs Bathurst (Nelson) are visiting Christchurch. Mra Glazebrook (Hawke’s Bay) is making a stay in Dunedin. Airs Frank Evans has returned to Master ton. after a visit to Timaru. Miss Stocldey (Hawke's Bav) j a here for a few days. Miss Foreman (Sydney) is the truest of Mrs Hongail (Christchurch). Mrs W. H. Lee Cooper, England, is visiting Christchurch. Miss C. Taylor (Christchurch) is leaving by the Remuera for a trio to England. r Motoring in the South Island are Mr and Mrs Davis, of Auckland. They are at present in Marlborough. After an absence of about a year in England and abroad Mrs M. H. "Waters is homo in Wellington again. Mr and Mrs Walter Hawker, of Adelaide, have left for the South, after a brief visit to Christchurch. Mr and Mrs Lancelot Bush are travelling in the South Island, and were lately in Christchurch. Mr and Mra It. S. Black have come from Dunedin to meet Mr Rex Black, who has been abroad for two years. Miss C. Kirk leaves for Dunedin today to attend the W.C.T.TJ. Conference, Miss Noel Dowling, of Wellington, is the guest of Mrs W P. Chapman, Papanui. Mrs C. M. Buckman (Havolock) is leaving to take up" her residence in Wellington. Recent arrivals in Christchurch include Mrs Malcolm Gifford and Miss Flora Gifford, of Hudson, New York. Mrs P. R. Fordham, Tokomaru Bay, passed through this week-end on her way homo, after a visit of several weeks to Christchurch. Miss J. BailHo was the winner of the Westport ladies’ singles championship tennis match; Mrs J. Fair being run-ner-up. The following ladies have agreed to judge in the~ various sections at the Manawatu A. and P. Show:—Needlework, Miss M. Alcorn (Wellngton); cookery, Mrs E. M. Whitehead. The Rev. H. L. and Mrs Richards, of South Dunedin, were the oentre of attraction at a farewell “surprise party” last week, as a send-off before their departure for Nelson (says a Dunedin paper). The engagement is announced of Mavis, younger daughter of Mr and Mrs R. S. McKenzie, Rugby street, Merivale, to Samuel, younger son ot Mr and Mrs B. Moore, Edgeware road, St. Albans. Mrs Frank Loughnan, Wellington, who has been staying with Mrs C. S. Bowden, in Christchurch, is a£ present the guest of Mrs Sinclair Thomson, The Crossing, Geraldine. Later she will return to Christchurch and stay with-Mrs W. 0. Campbell, Fendalton. Miss Iris Montgomery, who lias just been appointed judge of the dancing competitions at Wellington, recently returned from England where she received her training Miss Montgomery is a grand-daughter of Sir James Allen, New Zealand’s High Commissioner. Mrs Hume Willeby, who has been visiting New Zealand, left <on Saturday by the Marama for Sydney, en route 'to England. During her l stay in Wellington Mrs Hume Willeby has been the guest of Mt and Mrs ffi Myers, on The Terrace. A reunion of New Zealand overseas women war workers will be held in the Jelhcoe Hall, Christchurch, on Saturday, April 18th, from 3 till 5 p.m., when all New Zealand women who worked overseas during tl;e war will he welcome. All those intending to attend the reunion should send their names to Miss Havalarr, 10, Cranmer Square, by April 2nd. The attention of housewives is directed to the fact that demonstrations of breadmaking with compressed and brewer’s yeasts, together with economical household dishes, will be given at the Wellington Technical College, cookery room (between Town Hall and Education eßoard), Mercer street, on Wednesday, March 25th, and Friday, March 27th, from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. Admission, free. When eight-year-old Marquis Townshend, the youngest marquis in England, opened a bazaar in aid of Dr Barnardo’s Homes at Richmond, re. cently, he was welcomed by Miss Betty Howitt, aged 12, Mayoress of Richmond, and the youngest mayoress in the world. In welcoming the marquis, to whom she presented a pair of boxing gloves, the mayoress said: “I do not believe in lighting unless it is for some good object, but I ask you to accept these gloves, and I hope you will use them to „ive a knock-out blow to anyone who is mean enough to refuse to help little children.” In declaring the bazaar open, the marquis merely said: “The bazaar is open”— probably one of the shortest speeches on record. A golden wedding recently celebrated was that of Mr and Mrs W. Macklin, of Rosene-atb, when the guests were entertained at the residence of their daughter, Mrs W. Bedkober, Ngaio. All the family, consisting of" four sons and four daughters, were present, also all the grandchildren, numbering sixteen. The usual toasts worn honoured, and musical items interspersed, and. altogether a very happy time was spent. Amongst those imvasnt were Mr and Mrs Stephens, Berhampo-re, and Mr and Mra Revell, Newtown, who also have recently celebrated their golden wedding. Also among the guests were the bridesmaid and best man who had officiated- at the original wedding, and three of the guests had also attended the original wedding. Mr and Mrs Macklin nave resided in Wellington the whole of the fifty years of their married life.

Mra I. Oorkill is spending a holiday in New Plymouth with Airs Brodie. Mra Birch-Johnatone, who has been away in Taranaki, is back again. Mrs McHugh is back again after an absence of three months for a rest. The Niew Plymouth Ladies’ Golf Olub held their opening on Friday last. Miss A. Halse has gone to New Plymouth, where she is staying with Miss Roy. Sira Tonka (Hawera) is arriving in Wellington this week to join the lonic for London. Sirs Slilroy is coming to Wellington to see her off. Slisx Slarjorie Willcocko is off to England by the Remuera. She has been appointed to the staff of the High Commissioner’s office for a year. The engagement is announced- of Isla, daughter of Sir and Sirs James Smith, or Abbotsford, to Douglas Sydney, only son of Mr and Mra S. P. Clay, of Slotueka, Nelson. Sirs I. Barthorp and Sliss Barthorp, New Plymouth, arrive in Wellington shortly on their way to England. They will visit the United States' en route to the Old Country. Mr and Sirs Webb, of Hastings, Hawke’s Bay, left by the Marama on Saturday morning en route for an extended visit to England and the Continent. The engagement is announced of Eimme, second daughter of Mr and Mrs B. -Moore, Edgeware road, St. Albans, to Ernest John, only son of Mr arid Mrs E. J. Jackson, of Gisborne. Sirs Deans and Miss Alison Jennings leave Christchurch on Monday for Wellington, to join 'the lonic early on Wednesday for England. Mrs-' Sjymes vail go to Wellington to see her sister off. The . engagement is announced of Beatrice Eleanor Rough ton, of New Plymouth, second daughter of Mr and Mrs Thomas Houghton, Spring Grove, Nelsjn, to Joseph Bramwell Pickering, of Hastings. Mr and Mrs Penruddock, visitors from Wiltshire,. England, who are motoring through New Zealand, have arrived in. Christchurch, and are stayirig with Mr and Mrs Bruges, Cashmere Hills. Mrs Perruddoek is Mr Bruge-’s nieceThe engagement is announced of Miss Elizabeth A. (Leddy), youngest daughter of the ’ate Mr Alexander and McLennan, Devon Grange, Kyneton, Victoria, to Mr Boss M. P. Stevenson, youngest eon of the late Mr Adam and Mrs Stevenson, of Beaumont. News has been received that Miss Joyce Julian, who is returning within the next fortnight, accompanied by htr aunt, Miss A. Ogborne, of Dunedin, has gained her teacher's diploma)for modern ballroom dancing, with highest honours, from the well-known Santos Casani School of Dancing, London. At the Winter Garden, Christchurch, on Friday, the Christchurch Football Club held a very enjoyable dance as a “welcome home’’ to Messrs N. -P. McGregor and A. C. Robilliard, iriembers of the club who were included in the redoubtable All Black team. Mr and Mrs J. H. Parker, who will shortly make' their home in the Loburn district, and Mrs and Miss K. Robilliard were amongst the guests. The wedding took place in Wellington recently of Mies S. Maxwell, only daughter of Mr and Mrs Maxwell, of Belfast, Ireland, and Mr S. E. Grant, son of Mr and. Mrs Grant, Queensland, Australia. The bride w as; given away by her brother, Mr J. Maxwell, of Wellington. After the ceremony the wedding breakfast was held at Mra Little's, Kilbimie, where a number of friends were entertained, and later there was a reception. A wedding of considerable interest took place at the Presbyterian Church, Levin, on Wednesday, March 18th, when Gladys Evelyn Davies, eldest daughter of Mr and Mrs J. Davies, Ohau, was married to Reginald Olson, youngest son of the late Mr and Mrs Donald Olson, Christchurch. After the ceremony the bride’s parents entertained the guests at their residence, Ohau, about one hundred guests being present-. Miss H. E. Newman, formerly matron of St. Helens Hospital, was the fuest of honour at an afternoon tea eld at the nurses’ clubroom, Christchurch, on Friday afternoon. Miss Newman was honorary secretary and treasurer for many years of the local branch of the Trained Nurses’ Association, where she became matron of St. Helens Hospital. After the 'monthly council meeting, afternoon tea was dispensed and a pleasant hour spent in conversation with members of the council and friends. Among thosepresent were: Misses Newman, Hood, Muir, Mulcock, Beck, and Ewart, Mrs Pairman. Mrs C. C. Davis, Mra Orchard, Mrs Whitta, and Misses Ilaglev, Buckley, Pike, N. E. Jones, and Eyes. On Tuesday evening, at Fiiet Church, Dunedin, Mura, eldest daughter of Mrs Charles Reid, ;of “Kilbirnie,” Roslyn, was married to Dr. R. G. D. Sinclair, of Hawera. The Rev. Dr. Merriagton officiated, and organ music suitable to. the occasion was played by Dr. V. Galway. The bride’s frock was of white georgette, with ostrich feather trimming, and a diamond ornament. Her beautiful train of old lace fell from her shoulders, and she wore a ninon veil hound to her head with orange blossom. A bouquet of white roses, lilies of the valley, and maidenhair fern completed a charming toilet. The bridesmaids. Misses Betty and Margaret Re-id, wore frocks of heliotrope insertion. Theii hats c-f heliotrope georgette were adorned with, bows of velvet, and they carried little posies of variously-colour-ed flowers. Mr G. Evans was best man, with Mr Strcnach as groomsman. After the ceremony a reception was held at “Kilbimie.” The hostess, Mrs Charles Reid, wore a gown ot grey marocain and georgette with a black hat, and carried a bouquet of pink rases. Miss Sinclair, sister of the bridegroom, was dressed in green velvet, with white fur trimmings and a black hat. When Dr. and Mrs Sinclair departed for their honeymoon the bride travelled in a coat frock of navy blue serge, with a black hat and furs.

Electrolysis is recommended by the medical profession to ali women who are in any way troubled with the growth of undesirable hnir. The object is to destiny the papilla, where each hair takes its life, nourishment and strength. This method of treatment is the only scientific and «afe ivay of removing these disfiguring hairs permanently, and we unhesitatingly urge you to place yourself in tho capable and experienced hands of the certificated expert who devotes herself exclusively to this branch of our work. Mrs Eolleston. Ltd., 256, Lambton quay. T’hone 1599. —Advt.

A rub over the face in the morning with Q-tol. followed by a "Vinolia M lather iiaKtJo snaring & real pleasure.—Advt.

HOW MANY SKINS HAVE V/E? AND HOW OFTEN DO WE CHANGE TilHilf Of course, everyone knows we have several skins, but wliat every woman does not know (and it is primarily a woman’s question) is that the epidermis, or outer scarf-skin of the face, out-wears itself from time to time, and a new one—■ the one that lies just underneath —waits ready to take its place. You may have noticed how, in cases of sunburn, tlie face “peels." But burning the akin off is a very painful method ot acquiring a new skin, and not one women would choose. The process of decay in the surface skin of the face is normally almost imperceptible, for the dead scales are very minute. What they do, though, is to clog the pores ami attract every atom of dust and dirt which, more readily attack and adhere to the skin. The result is a thoroughly bad complexion, dull, colourless, and frequently disfigured with spots and blemishes. Tlio only way to restore freshness and bloom to the complexion is to get rid of the out-worn scarf-skin by the use of mercolised wax. This fragrant compound will remove the dead skin while you sleep, for it completely -dissolves the decayed tissues and uncovers tlie soft, clear skin underneath. Mercolised wa: possesses rare absorptive qualities which accomplish this without any discomfort whatsoever, and 1 without the stlightest irritation of the most sensitive skin. All you need do is to procure a small quantity from the chemist, and at bedtime, after washing the face in- warm water, apply it as you would any ordinary face cream, taking care to leave it on until the morning, when wash again with warm water and a good toilet soap. Ten days or so of this treatment will give you "a new complexion as fresh, clear and soft as a child’s. It has been there all the time just waiting for a chance to reveal itself. WELCOME TO ALL BLACKS DANOE AT CALEDONIAN HALL, CHRISTCHURCH. The dance arranged by tlie Christchurch R.U. Committee, in honour of the All Blacks, was held on Thursday at the Caledonian Hall. A spirit of conviviality and cheeriness characterised the proceedings, nnd the hall was completely filled with enthusiasts of the game, all eager personally to congratulate the victorious team. Members of the All Black team present were:—Messrs McGregor, McCleary, Parker, Stewart, Robilliard, Dailey and Masters, and they entered to the strains of “See the Conquering Heroes Come,” played by Margaret Middleton’s Orchestra-. Among the many present were: The Mayor and Mayoress (Mr and Mrs J. A. Flesher), Mr and Mrs Masters, Mr and Mrs Robilliard, Mr and -Mrs l McPhail, Mr and Mrs Parker. Mrs MeCleary, Mra Dailey, Mrs McGresot, Miss K. Robilliard, Miss Masters and many others. W.C.T.U., WELLINGTON At the meeting of the Wellington Central W.C.T.U., held on Wednesday, a short talk of her work amongst young women was given by Miss Thatcher, the newly-appointed area organiser in Wellington for the N.Z. Alliance. Mrs Sleight, a member of the Aramoho Union, gave an account of the work her union is doing amongst the young. The president was elected- as delegate to the convention to be held in Dunedin this month. The following resolution was passed: “That this union desires to express its hearty appreciation of the work done by the Health Department in connection with infantile paralysis, and would like'to suggest that the same energy applied to the abolition of drink would result in saving hundreds of children from cruel suffering,” , THE NEW AMBASSADOR SPECIAL RACE PROGRAMMES. The attention of visitors to Wellington is drqwn to the verv attractive race programme at the new Ambassador. Tim fashion teas, which have proved such an attraction, will be continued through race week. Evening frocks and wraps will be the special display. The cabaret will be onen Wednesday, Thursday; Friday, and Saturday evenings during race week. As the booking is already heavy patrons are advised to book now to avoid disappoint. ’Phone 1636. KINDERGARTEN STREET DAY The “street day” held on Friday last in aid of tlie Wellington Free Kindergarten Association resulted in the collection of £193 8s lOd Responsibility for tlie various stands was taken by the following ladies: —G.P.O. (Mrs Paw), £3B ICis 4d; Quinton’s Corner (Miss Hall), £8 9s Id: Lamhton station (Mis* Seaton), £6 4s 8d; Woodward street (Miss Von Dadelszen), £T9 6s 7d; Kirkcaldie and Stains (Mrs Burnett), £7 17s 8d; Newtown Kindergarten Committee, £3 6s lid ; Grey street (Mrs Gray Young), £6 Is Bd, Bank New South Wales (Mrs Adams), £l2 4s sd; Williston street (Mrs Adams), £l2 19*; Ambassador (Mrs Johnston), £3 13s 2d; Albert Hotel- (Victoria League;, £l9 4s 4d; Brooklyn Kindergarten Committee, £8 6s IOd; Wellington South Kindergarten Commitec, £3 1-s 8d; George and George (Mrs Moore and Society of Friends), £6. 13s 4d; Berlianipore Kindergarten Committee, £4 2s 8d; opposite Fullers (Mrs Peacock and Miss Hunter), £8 7s 3d; National Bank, Courtenay place (Sirs Andersen), £7 5s Id; P. 0., Courtenay place (Miss Helyer and Miss Wallace), £l3 4s IOd; Wilton (Mrs McKeen), £2 7s 7d; bliss W. Cooley, 7-8.30 p.m., £1 13u Id. The council of the Kindergarten Association wishes to thank Mrs'Poiv, the ladies of the Victoria League, and all tho organisers and collectors who gave so unsparingly of their time and energy. Thanks are also duo to the management of the restaurants and hotels for providing lunches and afternoon teas for the collectors; to the picture theatre proprietors, who so kindly advertised the day on the screen, and to the Press for the publicity given to the movement, end to Messrs Bethune and Co., and the clerks of the Bank of New Zealand for their services in counting tho money.