Notes for Women

Otago Daily Times, Issue 21688, 5 July 1932, Page 12

Notes for Women

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by a representative of each

PERSONAL AND SOCIAL Mrs Marshall Macdonald has returned from Wellington. ♦ * * * Dr and Mrs A. R. Andrew have taken up their residence at 354 Leith street. # Mrs Pottinger, oLTnvercargill, is visiting' friends irf this city. * * * Mies Alma Browne will leave this morning on a visit to Christchurch. * * v ¥ Miss Nancy Garrett is the guest of her aunt, Mrs W. H. Bundle, of Ashburton. ** , * Mrs A. B. Gascoigne has returned from a lengthy visit to Wellington. ¥ * * The Misses A. M. and H. Bentham, of Auckland, are the guests of their sister, Mrs F. Turner,. Maori Hill. > * .;,»!« * Mrs A. Lavender left on Saturday on a visit to her daughter, Mrs W. Hall Watson, of Pahiatua. ’* * * Mrs D. H. Rowntree left last week for Sydney to spend some time there with her daughter, Miss Nancy Rowntree, who has been doing some flying while in Australia. * * * Recent guests at Jackson’s Hotel were Mr and Mrs Glaeson, Miss R. Freeman, and Mies M'Conachie, of Christchurch, and Mr and Mrs R. Cheesman, of Invercargill. * * * . Misses Marjorie Elliott, Alma .Browne, Edna Greenelade and Winnie Speight were among those who went to Invercargill during the week-end to be present at the coster ball. ; * * * Miss Iris Montgomery, who has been the guest of Lady Allen, left on Friday for Arthur’s Pass, where she proposes to have some ski-ing. Before her departure Lady Allen gave a bridge party in her honour. * ♦ ♦ Miss I. Miller, of "The Gables,” Brighton, find Miss A. Campbell, of "The Links,” Monoma, are enjoying a holiday at Clandeboye, Temuka, where they are the guests of Mr and Mrs W. Flett, of “ Cloverlea.” # * * Mrs W. Garrett was hostess last week at a tea party at her residence, Clyde street, her guests being; Mesdames Wakefield Holmes, J. P. M'Gowan, G. Z. Bindley, S. P. Mirams, J. Blues, and Holden Mirams, and Misses Austin and Clare Mirams. $ * >'fi As a result of the recent charity ball, held in the Town Hall, the funds of the St. Vincent de Paul Society will benefit to the extent of approximately £375.' The committee wishes to thank the citizens and business firms who came so generously to its assistance and made the result eo worth while. „ * ♦ * A pleasant function took place in Mornington On Thursday night, when the Methodist choir assembled to bid farewell to Mrs Fuller, who is shortly leaving for Greymouth. Tributes to her kindly nature and faithful service were given by Mr Hickey (choir master), Mrs Brown (on behalf of the lady members), Mr W. Y. Clyde, and the Rev. E. T. Cox. Mrs Fuller was presented with a copper vase by the members of the choir.

* * * A pleasant evening was spent at the residence of Mr and Mrs F. Jackson (Puketerakil on the occasion of the coming of age of their daughter Agnes, and the birthday of their son, John. During the supper adjournment Mr J. Harrison proposed the toast of the guests of the evening, and Mr T. Roughan the toasts of “ The Host, and Hostess ” (Mr and Mrs F. Jackson). Songs and dancing were indudged in till the early hours of the morning. # ♦ % The annual meeting of the ladies’ section of the St. Clair Bowling Club was held on Thursday last. There was a good attendance of members. The annual report and balance sheet were adopted, and the following ladies were elected to the various offices:—President, Mrs Austin; vice-president. Miss Mee; secretary, Mrs Ruhen (re-elected); delegate to centre, Mrs, Ruhen (re-elected); selectors, Mrs Brown and Mrs Seddon; committee —Mesdames Austin, Brown, Humphreys, and Jones, and Miss Mee. Mrs Brown (the retiring president) entertained members at afternoon tea. * ¥ ¥ Advice.—Join our Hosiery Club and get your free pair. Buy direct from the mill, where stockings wear longer.—London Town Hosiery Parlour, George street. —Advt. * * ♦ Te Kiteroa Guest House, Waimate.— Owing to general uepression, tariff greatly reduced.—-Particulars W. D. Napier, Box 10. Waimate; phone 151.—Advt. * * * By courtesy of the Otago University Dramatic Club, “ Arms' and the Man ” that delightful play by George Bernard Shaw, which was produced so successfully last month, is to be repeated on Saturday next. Everyone is giving ( service willingly, and B, egg’s, Orchestra is providing the incidental music gratuitously. When it is stated that the proceeds are to be divided between the Dunedin Free Kindergarten Association and the Dowling Street Camp Relief Fund —both most deserving objects—it is felt that the public will accord its hearty support. A bevy of girls will be on the streets to-morrow to help with the sale of tickets. V At a farewell dance, held in Glenpark, last Tuesday evening. Miss Ethel Fraser, who has been transferred from the position of sole teacher at Inch Valley School to that of sole teacher, Southbridge, was presented with a gold wristlet watch by the residents of Inch Valley and with a bouquet of flowers by Miss Marjorie Jamieson. Mr J. Burgess, chairman of the School Committee, spoke highly of Miss Fraser as a teacher and as a woman whose removal from the district would be a distinct loss. Mr Percy Fraser suitably responded on behalf of Miss Fraser Dancing, interspersed with vocal items, rendered by Messrs Sharpe and Fraser (Dunedin), was enjoyed, and kept up until the small hours of the morning. ¥ ¥ ¥ A very pleasant function was held in the Dunedin Plunket rooms on Wednesday afternoon when Miss Ewart, who is the first Plunket nurse to retire under the superannuation scheme undertaken by the Plunket Society last year, was entertained at afternoon tea’ by her fellow nurses. Those present jwere Mrs Johnstone (president), and Mrs Joseph M'George (vicepresident), of the Dunedin branch committee, Miss Hilditch (matron of Kari-tane-Harris Hospital), and Sister Liddell, Miss Hoddinott (administrative secretary), Nurses O’Shea, Mnthieson, Thomson', Scott, Isbister, Darling, and Dawson, and Misses Catherwood and M'Kenzie. Miss O’Shea, charge-nurse, on behalf of the nurses and central office staff, expressed the regret which was felt by all in saying farewell to NnrSe Ewart, and presented her with a china bowl as a parting gift. Mesdames Johnstone and Joseph M'George, on behalf of the Dunedin branch committee, asked Nurse Ewart to accept a handbag as a token of the regard and good wishes of the members of the committee. At the same time they extended a welcome to Nurse Beatrice Dawson, who has been appointed to take Nurse Ewart’s place! ¥ ¥ ¥ The word “ prunes " to some people conjures up visions of almost black wizened little fruit, served stewed, rather unappetising, and usually eaten for health’s sake. Yet, it is possible to buy prunes that are a real delicacy, delightfully plump, piquant in flavour, rich in colouring, and as delicious raw as cooked. The place where such prunes may be bought is the Sanitarium Shop, h George street, Dunedin. —Advt.

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Cora, the tiny Cairn terrier, and the favourite pet and constant companion of the Prince of .Wales for many years, has gone into retirement (says the Evening Standard). She now spends her time at Fort Belvedere, the Prince’s home at Sunningdale. Her place has been taken by another and even smaller Cairn, called Jacques, who has his own special corner in the Prince’s private aeroplane. When the Prince was out of England Cora became a real problem. During his visit to Africa rather more than three years ago Cora fretted so much that the Queen had her brought to Buckingham Palace, and even the company of John and Hamisb, her companions at York House, could not console her for the absence of her master in South America last year.

. The Palmerston Saravati Club held its June meeting on Thursday. The first part of the programme was devoted to solos, the following performing:—Miss J. Cowan, study in A minor (Czerny); Miss D. Whittlestone, waltz in C sharp minor (Chopin); Miss I. Whittlestone, vocal solo, “Melisande in the Wood”; Miss K. Scoon, reading “Among the Animals”; Mrs Baird, vocal solo, “Caller Herrin”; Miss L. Aiken, recitation, “The Highwayman ”; Mias N. Pickett, pianoforte solo, “ Waldesruschen ” (Lizst); Miss M. Stent, pianoforte solo. The story of the Mikado was read by Miss Aiken, after which the Glee Club sang selections from the opera. During the evening the president, Mrs Wedge, said a few words of farewell to Miss Ida Thomas, who will leave Palmerston shortly, and on behalf of the club wished her every success in the future.

¥ ¥ ¥ Unlike other girls of her age who would settle down to enjoy the fun of being hostess at No. 10 Downing street. Miss Ishbel MacDonald envies her younger sisters, who can devote themselves to their careers (says the London Star). She often confesses to looking forward to the time when she can take up her own chosen work again, and even in her busiest times has managed by much planning to contrive enough reading time to keep up with the latest developments in the social work she loves. Lately, an opportunity could have been arranged for her to do a little practical work to keep her hand in. Unfortunately, the mere suggestion sets the gossips’ tongues wagging. Miss MacDonald has, therefore, regretfully, but unselfishly, let the opportunity slip and returned to her books in the scanty leisure, but happier secrecy, of her own room.

On Saturday the monthly meeting of the International Federation of University Women was held in Columba College. Dr-Siedeberg-M'Kinnon, the president, welcomed new members and visitors. The meeting took the form of an interesting talk on Ceylon given by Mrs Holloway, prefaced by a few remarks on international news by Miss Johnson, who read part of an interesting article by Miss Mary Beard on “University Discipline: Is it an Advantage or a Handicap? ” in which it was pointed out that there are numerous Ph. D’s in America serving in ice-cream stalls. On the whole, it was decided that university education was a handicap, for, having been admitted to competition with man, woman now had a man’s work to do in addition to her own. Mrs Holloway's talk on Ceylon was very interesting, particularly as it contained personal anecdotes and many descriptions of her travels from her diary.

Last week Mr and Mrs A. P. Bremner gave a delightful party in the Somerset lounge in honour of the coming of age of their daughter Nancy. Mrs Bremner, who received the guests, was frocked in black georgette and lace, while her daughter Nancy made a charming picture in a model gown of ivory satin cut on Victorian lines. She carried a bouquet of spring flowers and was presented by her father with a gold key, which was autographed by all the guests. Those present were: Mr and Mrs A. P. Bremner, Misses M. Struthers, J. and E. Sharpe, N. Evans, N. Pratt, Peggy and Mary Ibbotson, M. Boyd, M. and J. Sutherland, Vere Finlayson, E. Ansell, Leslie and Mary Brewer, E. Highet and Lorna, Dorothy and Elsie Bremner, Messrs Lloyd Martin, Moray and Dorrien Nicholl, R. Easton. John Boyd, H. W. Hudson, Max Benfield, A. Sutherland, R. Chapman, Brendon Finlayson, N. Hay, R. Lungley, E. Ansell, B. and D. Highet, and Jack Bremner.

The Dunback Plunket Society recently held a concert and dance in the Coronation Hall in aid of its funds. The hall was gaily decorated with Plunket posters, greenery, flags, and flowers, while pale pink lampshades cast a becoming glow over the dancers. Items were rendered by Mr Kelly, Mrs Cousins, the boys of Green Valley School (whose _ swaggers’ songs, in costume, were received with much applause), Mrs Wedge, Miss Brown, Miss Baxter, Miss Kennedy, Mr Currie, Mr Snell, Miss Capstick, and Miss MacMillan, while Mrs Kelly and Miss Baxter kindly played accompaniments. Mrs P. D. Bell (president), in a brief speech, thanked the artists, particularly those from Dunedin and Palmerston, who had come 90 far to help the cause, and Mr John Stone, who, with his invention, the eleetrovox, amplified the records kindly lent by the Bristol Piano* Company and so provided perfect dance music. The Sroceeds were very satisfactory and will e a welcome addition to the society’s funds.

A happy party was given at the Museum on Saturday evening. The guests were the Girl Citizens of the Y.W.C.A. Mrs H. D. Skinner was the hostess, assisted by members of the, Girls’ Work Committee. The party, which assembled in the new wing, was welcomed by Mrs Skinner and then divided into groups. Mr Skinner and his three assistants took each group in turn and introduced them to treasures gathered from Egypt. Greece, and Rome, ancient London. China, and the islands of the Pacific. The girls’ recent study of Maori customs, legends, and handcraft lent) special interest to the fine exhibits illustrating Maori life. Gathering round the Maori canoe, where Mr Skinner pictured what it must have looked like in the days of its splendour, the girls sang a Maori canoe song and helped to make the atmosphere more realistic. Supper, served in the Maori house, where Mr Skinner told of the romance of its history and the story of its carvings, brought a happy and profitable evening to a close. The Girl Citizens pf the Y.W.C.A. is a live movement, introducing girls to what is worth while in life. A drive to increase the membership has been organised for this month, and every girl who is looking for health, interest, knowledge, and companionship should consider becoming a member. The Girls’ Citizens have divided into two teams—“ Reds ” and “ Blues ” —which will make the campaign a lively contest. * * sjs

On Wednesday the Waitati Templars’ Hall was the scene of gaiety and festivity, the occasion being the fiftieth anniversary of the weddings of Mr John Wilson and Miss Janet Hyslop and Mr James Bell and Miss Elizabeth Logie, residents of Waitati. Golden weddings are notable events in any family history, but for two couples to meet again as did these two on Wednesday, and have as chairman the minister who united them in the 'bonds of matrimony, must have been a unique occurrence. Mr and Mrs Bell have for many years been esteemed residents of the more southerly town of Stirling, while Mr and Mrs Wilson have spent their married years in Waitirti, where Mr Wilson has followed his trade as blacksmith. Mr and Mrs Wilson have always been held in high esteem, and enjoy in their eventide the love and fellowship of a large circle of relations and friends. Of the marriage there is a family of nine children, twenty-two grandchildren, and four greatgrandchildren, seven sons and daughters-in-law, of which number 30 were present to celebrate the happy event. The Rev. A. M. Finlayson, who for 40 years acted as minister and friend of the people of Waitati, presided. The present minister of Waitati, Mr Lamone, read many telegrams of congratulation from relatives and friends in various parts of the Dominion, one being from Mr 6. W. Forbes, the Prime Minister. Both Mr and Mrs Wilson and Mr and Mrs Bell had the good wishes of all.

At her residence “Wychwood,” on Saturday evening, Lady Ferguson gave a party at which those members of the Otago Women’s Club who had taken part in the programme at the, club’s birthday' party were'guests of honour. A delightful air of camaraderie prevailed as the guests sang or recited a selection of the items which had made the birthday party a success, while charades and dumb crambo acted on the spur of the moment were the source of further merriment. At the close of the evening Mrs Wakefield Holmes led a song of appreciation to Lady Ferguson, who, a gracious figure in a gown of shell pink georgette with a velvet coat to match, briefly replied. Among those present were Mesdames S. Batchelor, R. Gilkison, Wakefield Holmes, H. C. Campbell, I. C. Hervey, E. L. Eastgate, W. Garrett, J. G. Young, 11. Hill. F. C. Anderson, W. A. Saunders, E. R. Harty, I. W. Cowie, R. Hudson, R. Little, Barton, S. K. Sleigh, Sloan Brown, S. N. Brown, W. Ross, and Irving; and Misses Dutton, Nicolson, Croft, M'Kinnon, Acton-Adams, Mercer, Williams, Mitchell, Saunders, Neilson, Yorston, T. Barth, Holland, Service (2), and Sawers.

The fact that the Duchess of York has decided to dress her two daughters alike will be, no doubt, the signal for many mothers in society to do likewise (says the Daily Telegraph). The two little Princesses wore exactly similar raspberry pink serge coats and bonnets trimmed with rosebuds when they drove in London the other afternoon. Neither child wore gloves. This is one of the few occasions when Princess Elizabeth has been seen with any covering on her golden curls, though Princess Margaret usually wears a bonnet over her darker ringlets. Princess Margaret Rose is an expert walker now, and has learned to wave her band in the regal manner adopted by her chief sister. While Princess Elizabeth and Princess Margaret Rose spend the morning in Hyde Park, it is now the custom for the two little girls to take a drive in the afternoon with the two nurses and go further afield, often as far as Highgate and Hampstead. Lately they nave taken the opportunity of inspecting the Inner Circle Gardens, formerly the Botanical Gardens, which have been opened to the public, from their palace victoria. Princess Elizabeth, in particular, was obviously delighted with the rock garden.

A very pleasant afternoon was spent recently in the Waipiata Hall, the occasion being to bid farewell to Mrs Dowle and family, who were leaving to reside in the Roxburgh district. The Rev. F. Lawrence, vicar, presided, and spoke ox the many good qualities and the good work which Mrs Dowle had done in connection with St. Clement’s Church, where she had been organist and Sunday school teacher for many years. On behalf of the congregation and Sunday school scholars, he asked Mrs Dowle to accept a case of fish knives and forks. Miss Janie Dowle, who was also a Sunday. school teacher, was presented with a handbag by one of the pupils. Miss M. Dowle being the recipient of a sewing case. The Rev. S. Baird also made_ a few appropriate remarks, and wished Mrs Dowle and family every success in their new home. Mrs Dowle suitably _ replied. Several items given by the pupils were much appreciated. On the following day a social evening was given to Mb and Mrs H. Dowle and 1 family by their friends. Dancing was indulged in by the younger folk, card tables being provided for the non-dancers. Items were given by the following;—Recitation, Miss G. Mathias; song, Miss M'Curdie; song, Mr Morrison; duet. Misses H. and E. Johnston. During the evening Mr Scott, in a few appropriate remarks on behalf of their many friends, presented Mr and Mrs Dowle with a travelling rug and a leather suit case. The Misses J. and M. Dowle, who were members of the Waipiata Hockey Club, were each the recipient of a small gift. The Rev. F. Lawrence and Mr R. Paterson also spoke, and expressed the good wishes of everyone. Mr Dowle suitably responded on behalf of himself, Mrs Dowle, and family.

¥ ¥ ¥ Clandeboye Hall presented a gay scene on Thursday when Mr and Mrs W. Flett gave an enjoyable dance in honour of the coming of age of their eldest daughter, Georgina (Ena). Paper hats, streamers, and confetti added much to the enjoyment of all present. A Monte Carlo waltz was won by Mr W. Duke and partner. During the evening Mr Donehue presented Miss Flett with a large key from all the young people present. Other speakers were Messrs Craig, and A. Heer. Mr G. Mulligan replied on behalf of Mr and Mrs Flett. Mr G. Dunn then took the opportunity of presenting Miss Flett, oa behalf of the Clandeboye Reading Circle, with an initialled handbag. Miss Flett suitably replied. Those present included Mr and Mrs Flett, Mr and Mrs Mulligan, Mr and Mrs Dunn, Mr and Mrs T. Symes, Mr and Mrs Sherriff, Mr and Mrs Donehue, Mr and Mrs Boocock, Mr and Mrs Cuthbert, Mr apd Mrs Kennedy, Mr and Mrs Dobson, Mr and Mrs Craig, Mr and Mrs W. Mackie, Mr and Mrs B. Smith, Mr and Mrs Lyall, Mr and Mrs G. A. Brown, Mrs Liddle, Mrs Morton, Mrs Dickson, Misses G. Flett, B. Flett, 1. Miller (Brighton), A. Campbell (Momona) F. Symons, M. M'Cully, H. and E. Livesey, A. Somerville, V. Prattley, A. M. and N. Liddle, H. Oliver, E. Sherriff, M. and E. Boocock, S. and L. Donehue, M. Topham, A. Proudlock, N. Kelland, and P. and M. Sugrue, and Messrs G. Lyall, A, Grant, A. M'Laren, A. Mackie, M. and S. Parke, R. C. and N* M'Cully, R. M'Cully, K. Topham, J. and G. Brown, W. Duke, G. Wallace, H. Kelland, B. and J. Pemberton, R. Nornsh, H. Parke, C. Prestidge, F. Mackie, J. Sugrue, L. Livereey, A. M'Kenzie, D. Smith, T. Wallace, R. C. and N. Sherriff, T. Langrell, T. Young, J. Symes, and A. Heer.

Those who visited the Bijou Hall, King street, on Saturday last were (a correspondent writes) amazingly surprised at the elaborate decorative scheme, which transferred the sombre Tabernacle into one of the most attractive halls in this city. The carnival festivities of the opening if the Bijou Hall was the culmination of three weeks’ intensive effort of the members of the Unemployed Workers Movement, all trades giving of the best in the structural alterations necessary to make the hall suitable for the use of the public. The enthusiastic band of women who cleaned the hall before the opening and attended to the catering in such an efficient manner must be thanked, as their efforts were responsible in a large degree for the success of the function. The president, who was by a sea ot faces, expressed his appreciation of the large attendance, and with o few wellchosen remarks, introduced Mr Peter Neilson, who then • declared the hall o'hcially opened. This accomplished, the whole concourse took part in the grand march, with the presidents of the women s and the men’s branches in the lead, the doorkeeper being the only person on the floor of the hall who did not take part. The dancing which followed was enjoyed to the utmost by a critical the Monte Carlo waltz provided a period of mirthful suspense, while the lucky couple was boing found, while the judging of the fanev dress competition pave the judges (Mrs Don and Messrs Harrison and" Neilson) a difficult task in selecting the winners in the two sections. The most original were awarded to the lady advising “ Buy New Zealand-made Goods and the Gentleman, “ A Sheriff from Texas.” While the beat fancy dress was awarded to “Columbine and Cabellero. The success of the carnival dance can be measured by the fact that the crowd remained right until the final strains of the last waltz died away.