Notes For Women

Otago Daily Times, Issue 21646, 17 May 1932, Page 12

Notes For Women

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Items of social interest and topics* relating to the home are invited. Communications must be accompanied by the name and address of the writer. Notices of engagements must be signed by each 'of the principals, or in the case of minors by a representative of each.

PERSONAL AND SOCIAL Mr and Mrs John Dunlop have returned from n holiday visit to Australia. ¥ ¥ ¥ Mrs J. A. Jenkins has returned to Dunedin from a visit to Christchurch. s ¥ ¥ « Mrs Leslie Wilson is paying a visit to Christchurch. ¥ ¥ ¥ Miss Moodie is making a brief stay at. Christchurch. ¥ ¥ ¥ Miss N. Counihan, of Oamaru, has left on a holiday visit to Auckland. ¥ ¥ ¥ Miss E. Higgins, of Waikouaiti, is paying a visit to Auckland. * * * Mrs John Hamer left Dunedin yesterday for the North Island. Mrs J. Trengrove is paying a brief visit-" to Christchurch, after which she will proceed to Greymouth. * « * Mr and Mrs C. G. Browett, of Inver-’ cargill,, have arrived in Dunedin on a month’s holiday. * ❖ * Miss Claire Webb, of Christchurch, who has been spending a holiday in Dunedin, will leave to-day on her return journey. ¥ ¥ ¥ Mr and Mrs J. B. Reid, of Invercargill, who have been spending a holiday in Dunedin, have returned south. ¥ ff, ¥ Miss Winifred Cox left Dunedin on Saturday for Timaru, where she will be the guest of Mrs W. T. Ritchie, * * * Miss Kathleen Penny, of Christchurch, is the guest of her cousin, Miss Slenhouse, Dunedin. ¥ ¥ ¥ Miss Joan Ritchie left Dunedin on Friday for Timaru, where she will be the guest of Mrs W, T. Ritchie. ¥ ¥ ¥ Mr and Mrs Frank Scott, of Gore, are paying a visit to Timaru, where they are the guests of Mrs A. A. Scott. ¥ ¥ ¥ Dr Cora Stenhouse, who has spent the past four years in India, is at present touring New Zealand. ¥ ¥ ¥ Mr and Mrs J. Lawrence Cameron, of Invercargill, are the guests of Mrs J. Torrance, Opoho, ¥. * * Mrs Thompson and Miss Enderhy, of Amberley, are the guests of Mr W. Fels, London street. ¥ ¥ ¥ Miss Holland hail returned to Dunedin from a visit to Wellington and Christchurch. ¥ ¥ ¥ Miss Beatrice Provo is paying a visit to Otara, where she is the guest of Miss Beatrix Loudon. ¥ Miss Dorothy Clark is the guest of ' Mrs W. J. A. M'Gregor,' “ Mount Lin- ,; ton,” Southland. ¥ ¥ ¥ t : Professor and Mrs Park, who have been for some months in the Southern Lakes district, returned to Dunedin on Thursday last and left on Saturday *Jr Waimate. ¥¥ ' ¥ Miss Ida White left Dunedin on Friday for Gisborne, where she will be the guest of her brother, Mr Mackenzie J. White, for a short period, after which she will journey to Rotorua on holiday bent. ■ ¥ * * Mrs Ray Okey, of New is on a visit to Dunedin, and is staying with her mother, Mrs M'Gill, Maitland.street. She will leave for the north on* Friday, May 20. v •• ¥ ¥ ¥ ■' Mrs Charles R. Chapman, who left Dunedin for Wellington some time ago, has arrived at Sydney, after a very pleasant voyage. She expects to be away six months. ~ i This week, (says our London correspondent, writing on April 9) the engagement was announced between Harold M. Taylor, son of Mr and Mrs James Taylor, Dunedin, and Joan, daughter of Mr and Mrs G. R. Sills, of St, Anne’s road. Lincoln. ¥, ¥ ¥ Mrs G. C. Cruickshank, wife of the dean of St. Paul’s Cathedral,, will"be at home to parishioners and other friends each afternoon (excepting Saturdays and Sundays) for the next fortnight at the vicarage, Smith street. ¥ ¥ ¥ The president and members of the executive of the Victoria League have issued invitations for an “at home” to be held at the. Early Settlers’ Hall On May 24, at which Mr F. Milner will be the speaker and the Mayor (Mr R. S. Black) will preside. ¥ ¥ ¥ Last Saturday night the Eve Club held its annual dance at the Brown House, those present being Mesdames R, Brown and H. Gourley, Misses N. Hamer, M. Howard, A. Gourley, D. Austen, J. Garland, T. Manson, R, Moir and J. Youngson. Messrs R. Brown, H. Gourley, S. Moloney, N. Cherry. J. Laing, L. Dawson, D. Smart. J. Allen, E. Barclay, and S. Murdoch. ¥ ¥ ¥ Advice.—Join our Hosiery Club and get your free pair. Buy direct from the mill, where stockings wear ,longer.—Lou don Town Hosiery Parlour. George street —Advt. / ¥ ¥ ¥ Te Kiteroa Guest House, Waimate.— Owing to general depression, tariff greatly reduced.—Particulars W. D. Napier. Bos 10. Waimate; phone 151. —Advt, * * * Guests staying at Jackson’s Private Hotel include;- —Mr F. O’Sullivan, Mr J. Wilson, Wellington; Mr Hewitt, Christchurch: Mr Milligan, Oamaru; Mr and Mrs Williamson,-Mrs Ferguson, Tapanui; Miss L. Bourke, Miss M. Bourke, Clyde; Miss.J, Henderson, Miss E. Lawrence, Gore*; Mr and Mrs Miller, Owaka; Miss Lory. Balclutha; Mr Brasche, Christchurch. ¥ ¥ ¥ Mrs E. R. Nevill, of “Lisburn House,” Cavershatn, was hostess at an afternoon tea given at her residence on Friday last in honour of Mrs G. C. Cruickshank, wife of the dean of St. Paul’s Cathedral. Among those present were Lady Ferguson, Mesdames Macassey, sen., G. R. Ritchie, Stanley Batchelor. Blackmore, Norman Brewer, Dawson. W. Fitchett, and Hardy Johnson, Misses Cooke and Brewer (2). * * A large number of members of the Gardening Circle of the Otago Women’s Club was present at the lecture given on “ Chrysanthemums ” last week by Mr Trcvona in the club lounge. The speaker explained the method of taking cuttings, pofting-up, and when to repot and disbud. Mrs 0. Shiel, at the conclusion of the ; talk, proposed a vote of thanks to the speaker, which was carried by acclamation. ■ , ¥ ¥ ¥ Miss Myra Lawson (Wellington), who arrived in England by (he Slrathnaver three months ago (says ollr Lojulon correspondent, writing on April 7), lias been mostly in St. Boswells, in the Border Country, staying with relatives. She has also visited other relatives in Edinburgh, and has had a very interesting time tour ing in the Highlands. Miss Lawson is it) London this week on route to Wales. She had an interesting time in Warwickshire on the journey south.

Last week Miss May Howard and Miss Nance Hamer were joint hostesses at a “ bathroom ” evening given in honour of Miss Iris (Betty) Glendinning, whose marriage to Mr George Wallis will take place next month. The guests were Mesdaines R. Glendinning, Ji. M'Naulty, G. Moody, and H. Gourley, Misses Hazel Wallis. Gwen Thompson, .Alison Gourley, Dale Austen, Mem Jolly, Billie Mitchell, Ngaire James, Pat Garland,. Connie Leo, Ruth Richen, Iris Rowse, Teresa Manson, Nyra Anderson, Rae Taylor, and Gwen Douglas. ¥ * *

Following the conclusion of the Rotary Conference on Friday, Rotarians, their wives and relatives, to the number of 250, were the guests at afternoon tea of the local president, Mr P. R. Sargood, and Mrs Sargood, at their residence, “Marinpto.” Mrs Sargood, wearing a gown or green cloth and a hat of black felt trimmed with feathers, received the guests in the hall. and antirrhinums made a brave showing in the drawing room and library, while in the dining room, where tea was served, iceland poppies, marigolds, and primroses were effectively used.

To-morrow afternoon an exhibition of New Zealand-made goods will be opened at the Otago Women’s Club. The president of the Manufacturers' Association (Mr J. E. Jeffery) and Mr Sutherland Ross will be the speakers. Members will remember that previous exhibitions held at the club in the interests of New Zealand industries have been interesting and educative, and much information has been gleaned from the speakers addressing them. Members are assured that this year’s event will prove of equal merit and be well worth, attending.

Visitors to Harrogate, England, will miss the familiar figure of Miss Appleby, matron of the Royal Baths, who is retiring after 34 years’ service. During this period Miss Appleby has met many members of our own and foreign royal families, and she has a large collection of signed photographs and other Souvenirs given by them. Among those she has known are Princess Victoria, who is a regular visitor to Harrogate, the late Duke of Cambridge, Princess Louise Duchess of Argyll, the late Duchess of Albany, and the late Tsarina of Russia.

The Clutha branch of the Women’s Division of the New Zealand Farmers’ Union conducted a very successful street stall on April 29, the proceeds from which have been added to the Women’s Division of the Farmers’ Union funds. Cqkes, produce, fruit, butter, cheese, flower's, sweets, poultry, and preserves all met with a ready sale. Guessing competitions were won by Mrs Allison and Miss Harvey (tied for weight of cake); Mrs‘Barclay, number of peas in bottle (prize a goose); Mr Throp and Mr 0. Mosley (tied for weight of sheep).

On the evening of April 23' the first annual meeting of the Akatore-Glenledi branch of the Women’s Division of the Farmers’ Union was held at Miss Sanderson’s residence. The meeting was opened with the reading of the creed by Mrs Ussher. The competition for the evening was for a novelty, and many and varied were the articles displayed. After the business had been despatched, Miss Courtier, of the Milton branch, gave a demonstration on papier mache, which was greatly appreciated by all. Music was supplied by Mrs Michelle, Miss Courtier, and Miss Strang. if. * * The engagement is announced between Laurence W. Meynell, youngest son of Mr and Mrs Herbert Meynell, Eagle House, Penn Fields, Wolverhampton, and Shirley Ruth, elder daughter of Mr and Mrs Taylor Derbyshire, 23 Holland Park avenue, London (says our London correspondent writing on April 7). Miss Derbyshire is a promising young journalist, and Mr Meynell ia already a well-known author. The father of the bride-elect has many friends in New Zealand. Ho represents in London the Australian Press Association, and his wife, Mrs Taylor Derbyshire, is in considerable demand as all accompaniste. The young couple hope to be married toward the end of the year. « V- # 1 Our London correspondent, writing on April 2, says that at St, Ambrose Church, Bournemouth, the wedding took place on March 31 of the Rev. John E. W. Honnywill, late vicar of Leigh-on-Mendip, Somerset, formerly incumbent of Grey Valley, New Zealand, to Laura Matilda Kerr Rad-clyffe-Hall, eldest and only surviving daughter of the late Radclyffe Russell Hall (8.A., St. John's College, Cambridge), of Failsworth, Lancashire, and H.M, War Office. The wedding ceremony was performed by the Rev. Dr James L. Buchanan, assisted by the Rev. C. Bestwick, vicar of St. Ambrose. Mr Honnywill was in the Nelson diocese from 1888 to 1890.

The monthly meeting of the _ Taieri Mouth branch of the Women’s .Division Of the New Zealand Farmers’ Union was held in the Taieri Hall on May 4, when there was a good attendance of members and visitors. Mrs Sinclair (president) occupied the chair. After the reading of the creed Mrs Sinclair extended a welcome to the four new members. The roll call, “A Recipe.” was answered with a good variety of useful recipes. > Business was then attended to, and it was decided to commence a programme for the ensuing year’s work. The sale of poppies realised £3 17s. During the social half hour community singing was indulged in, and supper followed, the hostesses for which were Mrs H. MTntosh, Mrs Graham and Mrs Barber.

Melbourne women have'taken the J. C. Williamson, Ltd., production of “ Bitter Sweet ” at the Theatre Royal as a representation of the fashions of the past and the present, and are flocking to see this big show. From 1875 to 1932 fashions in all their varied changes are illustrated, the ultra-modern being represented by Donalda Warne and a number of other charming girls. So much interest has been aroused that J. C. Williamson, Ltd., receive every day numerous letters from women patrons with reference to the Hooking in the production. Several of the writers are so keen that they ask for information as to the materials and making of the frocks, whilst others inquire as to whether the management would allow them to inspect the dresses at a close-up view behind the scenes!

* * * We have to thank Princess Ingrid of Sweden for the latest innovation in London—the institution of cookery classes for society girls (writes an overseas correspondent). In Sweden no girl’s education is considered complete unless she can cook and turn out a full course meal, all complete from hors d’oeuvro to dessert. Prin-, cess Ingrid look a full training in this domestic art some time ago. During her frequent visits to London everyone asked her for details. She has proved such an apt propagandist that several courses of cookery instruction are ndw in progress in Mayfair and Belgravia. More than one famous chef has been borrowed from the restaurants to lend his expert advice and guidance. Furthermore, they all praise the quite unusual aptness of their patrician pupils. * * *

Hero is the story of <1 public schoolboy who tried to obtain a job as a cookgencral in North London, and of a housewife who was looking for such a servant. Tho woman tried all kinds of employment agencies and interviewed a large number of women applicants, but they refused to take tho job. Some of them did not like children; others wanted more time off. At last, in desperation, the housewife applied for a man cook-general, and immediately she was inundated with applications. Some had been cooks in boarding houses, others had been butlers and valets, and some merely said they were ex-service men. Then came a letter from a man who said his only qualification, apart from his ability to cook and do housework, was that he was a public school-boy. lie explained that be could find no other work, and was prepared to make his career in service. His experience was unfortunate, for his education and breeding frightened the housewife. Other housewives to whom he has appealed have shown similar embarrassment. Tie is still looking for his job as a cook-general.

The monthly meeting of the Pukekomu Women’s Institute was held on April 30, at 8 p.m. The president (Mrs R. B. Morgan presided over a good attendance of members, several visitors also being present. After singing the institute song the president read the motto for the month. The roll call, “My Favourite Author,” recalled to memory many old favourites. The competition for “The best two-inch darn and four-inch patch resulted as follows: —Mrs G. L. Cunningham ((first equal patch, first darn), Mrs G, Cochrane (first equal patch, second darn), Mrs J. Smith (third). Mrs and Miss Hallum gave a demonstration on “ Papier Mache,” which was much appreciated by all present. The social half-hour was spent in friendly chat interspersed with a few musical items. The hostess for the afternoon was Mrs George Cochrane.

The monthly meeting of the Ratanui branch of the Women’s Division of the Farmers’ Union was held in the Ratanui Church vestry on May 4. Mrs Craigie presided, there being 18 members present. Letters from Mrs Simpson and Miss Connor were read. Correspondence in connection with the home science extension service lectures, to be held in Owaka School periodically throughout the year, was dealt With. It was decided that Mrs Craigie be asked to act as leader for the Ratanui branch and attend the first lecture, to be held in Owaka on May 19, and reproduce same in lecture form to the rest of the members at the next meeting. The competition for article made out of a yard of cretonne was won by Mrs Shaw. It was decided that the next competition would be for the best article made at the least cost, and the roll call would bo answered by “My Favourite Flower.” Mrs Frew, Mrs Williamson, and Mrs Shaw were the hostesses for the afternoon.

The monthly meeting of the West Taion branch of the Women’s Division of the Farmers’ Union was held on May 9, when 57 members and friends were present. The president (Mrs Arthur Grant) presided and welcomed four new members. Much regret was expressed at the illness of the secretary (Mrs Howell); Mrs W. J. Reed meantime is filling the vacancy. Regret was_ also expressed on receiving the resignation of the press correspondent (Mrs A. J. Stewart). Miss Southgate gave a very instructive demonstration of raffia work in various stages of completion, the demonstrator also displaying a' beautiful collection of trays, cake and sweet baskets, etc. A hearty vote of thanks to Miss Southgate was proposed by Mrs Stanaway Supper was then handed round and social chat enjoyed. The box meeting of the home science extension service will bo held on June 7, at 2.30 p.m. At the meeting which is to be held on June 9 each member is to take a hand-made woollen article for exhibition.

A young Frenchwoman who can speak 12 foreign languages, but has lost command of her own, is engaging the attention of the French Academy of Medicine (states an overseas paper). A report of her case was submitted _to the startled academicians by M. Marinesco, who conceals the woman’s identity under the initials “P M.” She suffered from loss of memory after an attack of pleurisy, and remained in a trance-like condition for some time Then she woke with “ the mind of a child.” She could not speak French, or use the simplest articles with the least dexterity. But in a few days she began to speak slowly in 12 foreign languages, of which she had been in complete ignorance before her illness. A little later, she wrote with her left hand, although previously she had used her right. Several psychologists, members of the academy, are of the opinion that Mile. P. M.’s illness stimulated an unconscious area of her brain which had received a series of perfect but involuntary impressions of which she was totally unaware. In other words, she had heard the foreign languages spoken and retained the words in her* subconscious mind.

With a'view to fostering a spirit of goodfellowship among the employees of the Dominion Fertiliser Company/ Ltd,. Ravensbourne, the first of a series of socials was held in the company’s spacious dining room last Saturday evening. The venture was a great success, about 100 being present. The superintendent of the company (Mr H. D. Kerr) warmly welcomed the visitors and paid a tribute to the committee for its enterprise in connection with the club. He 'hoped that the social would be but a forerunner of many more such gatherings. The first part of the evening, was devoted to progressive euchre, Mr T. Noonan proving a capable conductor. After supper, dancing was indulged in, Mr W. Doig making an efficient M.C. The Mayor of West Harbour (Mr W. T. Harridge) presented the following euchre prizes:—Mr J. Smellie, Mr F. Smith, Mrs W. M'Govern, and Mr C. Jarvis. Amongst those present were Mesdames Robertson, Stewart, Wills, Noonan, Paton. Cummings, Randall. Houston, Watkins, M’Govern, Riddell, Hill, Rutherford, Musson, M'Ewan, Buxley, Pope, Grant, and Misses G. Noonan, L. Hill, J. Robertson, M. Musson. E. Milne. K. Brosnau. and R. Brosnan. * tk 0 * The monthly meeting- of the Mnclennan branch of the Women’s Division of the Farmers’ Union was held in the ball on April 19. The president (Mrs Wilson) occupied the chair. After the creed had been read the usual business and correspondence was dealt with. A vote ot thanks was passed to the retiring officers. Arrangements were then made for the fortnightly social, which was later held at the residence of Mrs Shanks on May 3. The roll call was “My Favbunte Vegetable. and Why ” A competition was held for three articles made from sugar bags. This was won by Mi’s Wilson (on apron, slippers, and machine cover). The competition was very interesting, quite a number of useful articles being on display. During the evening the members took part in a game of cards. On May C the Webers paid a “surprise" visit to Mrs M‘Kay, of “Fairy House," Papatowai, to bid her farewell on the even of her departure for abroad. A very enjoyable afternoon was spent after tea had been partaken of, Mrs Wilson, in a neat little speech wished Mrs M Kay bon voyage, and expressed the hope that she would have a happy holiday, an , c J, r a, rn to New Zealand improved in health, ohe then asked Mrs M‘Kay to accept the gut a writing sot from her fellow-members.

On Tuesday evening a surprise party was given at the residence of Mrs Sheddan, Toiro, South Otago, to celebrate the coming of ago of her niece, Alice. A very happy time was spent in games and competitions, all present joining wholeheartedly into the fun. About 11 p.m., at an appetising sapper, supplied by the visitors, the lighting of, the 21 candles which adorned the rich birthday cake was accomplished. Mr Robert MTverrow, on behalf of those present, extended congratulations. Mrs Shoddan presented the guest of honour with a golden key made by Mr E. C. Milligan, o Warepa. and Mr Gilbert Ayson, on behalf of her Warepa friends, with a,sohd leather hat box. Among those present were Mcsdames Heenan, Graham (Waikouaiti), Mr and Mrs R. M’Kerrow. Mrs K Peterson, Misses Vera Downie. Ruth M’Gilhvray, Eva Shanks. Euphemia Farquhar. Jean Farquhar, Eileen Ayson, Maggie Heckler, Muriel Cross, Evelyn Familiar, Edith Kirby (Dunedin), and Mmiiie James (Balclutha). Messrs Ronald Whittnkei, Robert Stewart. Jack Shanks, Leo Lavanagl), Leslie Moffat (Balclutha). Stan. Smith (Waiwera), Raymond 1 niinetl (Waiwera). Gilbert Ayson, Lloyd Stewart, Ritchie Cross. Evan Cross, Don Edwards. Lcn Farquhar, Bam Bassett. Allan Holden. George Ho'den, Ernest Holden. Cliff Heenan, and Lyle Heenan (Waikouaiti) •