Notes for Women

Otago Daily Times, Issue 19816, 15 June 1926, Page 12

Notes for Women

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PERSONAL AND SOCIAL. Mrs C. E. Statham and Miss Statham have gono to Wellington for the session. Mrs Thursby-Pellian, of the United States, is tho guest of Miss Ilazlett, High street. • • • Mrs G. Henderson, who has been visiting Invercargill, motored back to town on Sunday. * • ■ Miss Lois White, provincial secretary of the Girl Guides, has returned to Dunedin. Miss O. Thompson, who has been the guest of Mrs Bisset, Newstead, Wangaloa, returned to Dunedin on Thursday. • • • Mrs Watt and Miss Hay, of Hampden, travelled north to join the s.s. Maunganui for Sydney, where they intend spending the winter months. • * • Mrs A. B. Haggitt, of Invercargill, is the guest of Mrs Norman Haggitt, Anderson’s Bay. • • • Mrs P. L. Halsted and Mrs Hilton were among bridge hostesses of last week. • • • Lady Marjorie Dalrymple is expected in to.vn on Friday. She will attend tho Camp for Guiders, which is to be held a-. W.aitati during the next week. Mrs S. Batchelor has kindly lent her house for tho occasion. » • • Miss C. Low and Miss S. B. Tennent, of Dunedin, who are recent arrivals in London, have planned to leave for tho Continent to make a month’s tour. They will then settle down in London for a time. Dr and Mrs C. L. de Lautour have left, for Kawau Island, where they intend spending a few weeks. • • • Mr and Mrs G. R. Ritchie left yesterday morning for Timaru. tt * . The engagement is announced of Grace, youngest daughter of Professor James Park, to James Arthur, son of Mrs J. D. Adam, Dunottar. • » Miss I. O. Cooper, of Dunedin, who' is on pleasure trip to Europe, will go to the Continent in August, after spending a few Weeks in tho British Isles, and in October or November she will leave for New Zealand, via Suez. • « « The engagement is announced of Miss Winifred D. Kirkpatrick, youngest daughter of Mrs B. A- Kirkpatrick, Dunedin, to Air Joseph P. O'Malley, Queensbury, third son of Mr and Mrs Jas. O’Malley. “Carnckmoro,” Paerau. « * . The engagement is announced of Edna Kemp, younger daughter of Mr and Mrs Alex Begg, London street, Dunedin, to Howard Eridgman, youngest son of Mrs and the late Mr J. Bridgman, Richmond, England. « * » The water colours which Mrs Eleanor Hughe? (nee Miss Weymouth, of Christchurch) is sending out for exhibition in New Zealand are representative of her work daring the last five years and include some of her most recent drawings which have been hung at well-known galleries in Oondon. This year Mrs Hughes has two water colours well placed in ihe summer exhibition of the Royal. Academy at Burlington House. Unfortunately, Mrs Hughes herself will not be able to be in New Zealand at the time that her pictures are being shown there. * * « A highly successful dance was hela in tho Early Settlers’ Hall last Friday nighi under the auspices of the Men’s Division of the St. John Ambulance Brigade. Messrs R. Arnott and A. Seddon acted as M.C.’s and carried out their duties in a most praiseworthy manner. The officers of the division, received the guests, among whom were visitors from Auckland, New PD mouth and Wellington, and from the time the dance was declared open by the Superintendent, Mr J. C. White, die ,cen j w>s an animated one until the close at J o’clock. The subdued lighting with the many coloured streamers, lent a ipost pleasing background to the many beautiful frocks worn, and to the gracefulness of tho dancers. The thanks of all were accorded most heartily to the Kapai Orchestra, whose playing was a feature of the evening. Tho caterer, Mr G. Ellison, also came in for a full measure of praise. * * * Miss Bessie Thomson, of Dunedin, was to leave London by the Ormonde on May 29 on her return to New Zealand. While in America Miss Thomson studied dramatic art under some of the leading teachers, and in London she spent six months at the Filippi School of Drama. She appeared in the leading role of a successful production of “Our Special Correspondent’ at the Strand Theatre, and for the last year has been an active member of the London Shakespeare Club. She has seen over ICO dramatic performances, and with Miss Helen Gard’ner (Wellington) she spent four months on the Continent visiting all the centres of art, and seeing as much as possible of Grand Opera and high-class drama.

At the opening of the Dental School, which took place on Friday afternoon, a very large number of those interested were present- At the conclusion of the ceremony, afternoon tea was served in one of the upper halls, where a band was in attendance. The whole building was thrown open to the guests, who were free to make a tour of inspection, and who were deeply impressed with the thorough efficiency displayed. Among them were the Chancellor (Mr T. K. Sidey) and Mrs Sidey, Sir William and Lady Sim, Sir George and Lady Fenwick, Sir John Roberts, Sir John Ross, Lady Williams. Mr H. L. Tapley, M.P., and Mr# Tapley, the Hon. J. A. Hanan. Dr and Mrs Pickerill, Dr and Mrs Malcolm, Professor Ramsay and Mrs Ram say. Dr and Mrs Lawson, Mr G- H. Parkinson, Dr S. Moore and Mrs Moore, Dr and Mrs Marshall, Dr and Mrs Fitchett, Dr and Mrs Marshall Macdonald, Mr and Mrs W. J. Morrell. Mr and Mrs L. D. Ritchie, Dr and Mrs Dunlop, Mr and Mrs Sargood, Mr and Mrs S. M. Park, Mr and Mrs D. K. Thcomin. Mr and Mrs J. T. Paul, Mr and Mrs A. C. Matheson. Mr and Mrs HD. Brewer. Mr and Mrs A. J. Chrystall, Mr and Mrs H. Dodgshnn. Mr and Mis F. Throp. Dr and Mrs Falconer, Mr and Mrs R. S. Black, Mr and Mrs Sidney Neiil. Mr and Mrs G. Crow, Mcsdamea Shand, Bulte, Fergus. Primmer. and Walsh; Misses L- G. M'Gill. F. M. Allan, Ross, Denniston, Cargill, Wells. Tenant. Dr Bath gate. Dr Marion Whyte. Dr Storms, the Ron. Mark Cohen, Messrs J. W. Scnir, Foming, G. L. Denniston. W. Gnw, E. Cameron. E. Roscvear, D. Larnach. Hunter. Macandrew. Davies, Edgar. Fngg. J. Nicholson, W. Burt, Dr Tail, Professor White. Rev. Dr Merrington, Rev, TT. Maclean. Rev. J. Kilpatrick and Dr Dickie.

A very pretty wedding was celebrated at St. James's Presbyterian Church, Wellington, on June 5, when Annie Catherine, elder daughter of Mr and Mrs W. II James, of Maarama Crescent, Wellington, and Krnest Milton, only son of Mr and Mrs W. J. Bardsley, of St. Leonards, Dunedin, were united in tho bonds of matrimony. The church had been tastefully decorated by friends of the bride. 'I ho Rev W. hirer was tho officiating clergyman, and Mr T. Brown presided at tho organ. The bride, who was given away hy her father, looked charming in an exquisite frock of ivory niarriotte embroidered with silver beads. Her tulle veil formed the train, and was gracefully draped from a coronet of orange blossoms, and a beauti fnl shower bouquet of white chrysanthemums, orchids, and ferns completed the toilet. The bride was attended by her sister. Miss Rita James and Miss Kitty Morrison, who wore frocks of turquoise blue and apricot crepo satin trimmed with silver lace, respectively. They carried shower bouquets and wore bats of black panne velvet Mr Hugh Speight, of Dunedin, discharged eflieien'lv the duties of best man. and Mr W. Roddard, of Palmerston North, that of groomsman. The bride's mother wore a frock of wine coloured rep., with hat to match. The bridegroom’s mother wore a Flench model frock of cornflour blue and black empowered silk marocain, with black hat trimmed with ospreys. After the ceremony the bride’s parents entertained their guests at GambU and Creeds, v- ccro a large muu-

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ber partook of the wedding breakfast. The customary toasts were enthusiastically honoured. A large number of congratulatory telegrams were received from various parts of (lie Dominion, and a number of cables from abroad. Mid showers of confetti, (he happy couple left by car for the north, the. bride's travelling frock being * I French ensemble suit of cinnamon colour, embroidered in gold, with small hat to match. The bride and bridegroom were the recipients of numerous beautiful and useful gifts, including a number of cheques. On Wednesday, June J), a very pretty wedding was solemnised in the Congregational Church, Tort Chalmers, when Miss Iluna Knewstubb, younger daughter of Mr and Mrs E. Knewstubb, was united in the holy bonds of matrimony to Mr John Turner, only son of Mr and Mrs Wnl. Turner, Dominion road, Auckland. The church, which was artistically decorated in autumn tints by the girl friends of the bride, was a fitting background for such a charming group. The bride, who entered the church on her father's arm, wore a charming frock of rich ivory Burmese silk, and the usual veil and orange blossoms. She was attended by Miss Phyllis Knewstubb, sister of the bride, and Miss Tui Knewstubb, niece of the bride. They were both attired in champagne silk embroidered , organdi, with black picture hats, and carried shower bouquets of bronze chrysanthemums and streamers to tone. Mrs ! Knewstubb. mother of the bride, wore an embroidered gown of navy charmeuse and I black hat with osprey, and carried a posy of purple violas and maidenhair fern. Mr R. Gordon acted as best man, and Mr H. Gordon as groomsman The Eev. H. Finch was the officiating minister, while Miss I. Stevenson presided at the organ. After the ceremony the guests were entertained in the Druids' Hall, where the festive board was spread. There the usual toasts were honoured, and musical items were rendered by Miss Basire, Miss Stevenson, and Mr Martindale. In the evening the guests met at "Rawhiti," the residence of the bride's parents, to bid farewell to the happy couple, who left for the north by car. The bride travelled in a smart navy frock, , with hat to match, and a handsome fur coat, the gift of the bridegroom, who received a silver shaving set from the bride. The bridegroom's present to each bridesmaid was a gold wristlet watch. The bride nnd bridegroom were the recipients of numerous handsome and costly presents, including cheques. • » » If you're seeking something different in Soft Furnishings and Curtainings, you're invited to call and see the showing at C. and W. Hayward's, 145 George street. Dunedin. —Advt. • » • Note. —When deciding on your Gloves or Stockings, go to the specialist, Loudon T wn Hosier-y Parlour, where you buy direct from mill at the lowest cost. 186 George street (opp. Salisbury Butchery). -Advt. • • • 'Marie-Louise, - ' French Linger!* Speci n i»t. of 37 Cargill street Dunedin, it enrolling pupils for day and evening claates in trousseau, lingerie,- embroidery, bab> linen, home decorations includes cushions, humpies, colour scheme. lamp shades, etc.— Advt. " However in the world did they CARVE IT!" With her eyes riveted on a wonderfully carved ivory sphere, which she held in her hand, this is the remark passed by one visitor to our show room. And well she might wonder, for in this ivory ball, not four inches in diameter, are nineteen other balls, each one separate and each one finely filigreed. It stands on a delicately carved ivory pedestal—close by it are arrayed Buddhas, Eastern Priests, Brass Candlesticks, Beaten Trays, Bowls, Gongs, and Incense Burners —wonderful Oriental ware of every description awaiting your inspection in the show room of F. Meredith and Co., Tilbury Buildings, Crawford street. —Advt. HOME-MADE SCENTS. Anne wears delicious scent! It is not the loud sort which shrieks the fact thac it's a perfume! It hangs around her like some indefinable aura, which must puzzle the bees 1 After she has passed by there is a fainit trailing drift—dim, misty, arresting 1 Anne is as poor as a miser'B mouse, but what she lacks in hard cash she makes up in ingenuity, and gives away again in generosity—so this is her recipe! Get together a large glass jam jar, a sheet of wadding, some of the best lucca oil and flower petals. The flowers must be cut soon after they are open, and to dry the petals, spread them on a tray in the sunshine. Next cut the wadding into rounds to fit the jar, place them in a flat utensil and soak them in oil. Then sprinkle a fine layer of salt in the bottom of the jar, spread a layer of dry petals—to blend the scent a few lavender blossoms may be added to rose petals, and rosemary leaves to violets—then place a round of oiled wadding on top. Continue these layers until the jar is full, fasten down tightly with grease-proof paper and set it in the sunshine for a fortnight. When the timo is up, press the layers of waddintr with a large spoon and let the oil trickle away into a bottle, for it has now all the magio potency and lasting power of a good scent. HOPE. ■When we are young and demanding everything from life in that royal manner youth has, we intensely resent any interference with our plans (says an English writer). "Hope deferred" makes the heart very sick or very much determined to hope for something else. But as we get older wo adapt ourselves in a mysterious way to disappointment. When things go wrong a certain familiarity with the emergency enables us to cope with it; when things go so badly wrong that there is nothing to be done we agree peaceably with ourselves to do nothing. In the past, wo remember, such acceptances have brought about more good, or, at least, prevented more harm from spreading than wo could have thought possible. Yet older people who make any sort of success of this business of living do not strike us as being merely resigned, merely indifferent. On the contrary, they have the poise which is the chief thing that youth lacks. Often they are interesting, though their circumstances may not be interesting, nnd —how comforting to the heart it is! —they aro usually interested in us. They seem to have a quiet place somewhere in their minds which they can receive us and all our joys, troubles, uncertainties, and disturbances. They are not pro-occupied. Hope, of course, is a great pro-occupation. The hope, that is, which is directed towards gratification and delight. There is a later hope that come with experience, and which is evolved out of and is not in coullict with the first innocent though self-limited hope. The wider hope concerns itself not with possessions, not necessarily with pleasurable emotions, not even with achievement as the word is usually understood. It is concerned with character, the one thing that does not fail ns. The life of the emotions, with its rhythm of pleasure and reaction, is a restless sea, but the life of vitally being, not exulting or agitating, but just being, is like a rock. Which sounds like nonsense to the young, but. they come to it in time. Everyone must come (o it at last—that is why the second sort of hope is so close to peace.

FOOT INSPECTION. boots are the aristocrats of yesterday and the democrats of to-day. 1 have seen them on the owners of a Rolls Royoe and of a fishcart. I have seen them swagger like the front row of a chon s, and wrinkle like the hinder legs of an elephant. I have seen boots whom nothing became so well as the manner of their wearing, and I have seen wearers who were merely nnconsidered appendages of their boots. So much for Russia. Piecrust shoes thrust themselves on the attention, but »vo shy of bavin-? things

thrust upon them. They are a testimony to the chiropodist’s art, knobs and all. Patent leathers are usually to be femnd in conjunction with the smartest middle age, a faint double chin, and a plump bare neck adorned with pre-war chain and pendant. More harm is wrought from want of thought us to the non-elastic properties of patent leather than is over dreamt of. Divided straps betoken an inclination to laughter and the lighter side of life, and are usually on tho right side of 30. Drogues indicate tweeds, a manly walkingstick, and a decided manner. Sahara sandals are for tho footlights and the light of foot; their owners feed exclusively on meringues and ices, and at the thought of a suet pudding they faint right away. The square-toed “Nonsoeasys” betoken the end of all things. Crumpets, the after-dinner cup of tea and a nap behind (he newspaper are indicated. These shoos emanate the fine scorn of the philosopher. In male footgear there, is tho blackmarble boot of the strong silent man, tho neat little pointed too of the finnicker, and tho impressive war memorial monolith whose wearer is often ministerial. Man wears his boots with a difference, woman wears hers with a gesture.—Home Chat.

THE FIVE-ANGLE FACE LIFT. The question of “lifting’’ the face has been a much discussed one. Whether the operation con do what it claims, and will take twenty years off a woman’s apparent age, how long the results can last, and whether the operation is sure to be successful, are all questions that have been eagerly asked by the woman who is anxious to renew her -youth. Now, to all these questions there is but one answer, “No.” In the first place a “lift’’ seldom lasts more than two years; often six months sees the face in a slightly worse state than it was before the operation. Everything naturally depends upon the type of skin. Some skins stretch more quickly than others (these are the women who are usually most anxious for the operation), and in the case of skin of this type tho results of the operation have disappeared before the year. And it must not be thought that the lines appear again in a day. Gradually, from a few weeks after the operation, the skin begins to stretch until it is in tho same state as before. Of course, the operation can be repeated, but only three times. After that nothing can be done. What those who go in for a “face lift” do not realise is that the loss of facial contour is not the result of a stretched skin, but of sagging muscles. Now, when “lifting” tho face, the beauty surgeon pulls the skin tightly under the ,aws, and up from the corners of the mouth, making slight cuts, taking out a piece of skin, and sewing up the slit. In this way he gets the skin very tight, but what the client does not realise is that the sagging muscles are not raised by the process, and the tightened skin merely gives tho face a drawn and unnatural appearance. The only way to restore the contour of the face is to raise the muscles, and this face “lifting’’ does not attempt to do. Consequently, from an artistic point of view, a “lift” is never really successful, for it spoils the expression, and gives a most mask-like appearance. 1 have seen women who have had the operation, in the hope of gaining a more youthful appearance, who have been aged rather than made more youthful owing to the drawn, strained look on tho face. And then there comes the question of scars. Often a scar will remain. The fees are simply enormous. A hundred and fifty pounds to two hundred pounds, and often the results are nil. That the beauty surgeon is never sure that the operation will be even partly successful is proved by the fact that a patient is always required to sign a form taking all responsibility on herself in case of failure. It is done “at her risk.” The woman who is anxious to wipe a few years from her face would be wiser to take . a course of electrical massage from an expert, and to use a good cream and lotion. The expense will not be one tenth of a face “lift.” She will wipe off the years without losing her expression, the greatest charm of the face.—Daily Chronicle.