Notes for Women

Otago Daily Times, Issue 22065, 22 September 1933, Page 12

Notes for Women

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PERSONAL AND SOCIAL

Miss Joyce Nevill left yesterday_ to spend a fortnight’s holiday in Wellington.

* * * Miss Mavis Woodcock, of Wellington, is paying a brief visit to Mrs W. George, of Central Otago.

Mrs D. Lloyd Clay, of Wellington, is the guest of her brother, Dean Cruickshank.

Mrs C. W. Rattray returned to New Zealand by the Manama, after a holiday visit to Australia, and expects to arrive in Dunedin on Tuesday.

Mrs Frank T. le Fleming, Otakeho, Taranaki, is the guest of Miss J. Fraser, Maitland street. Mrs le Fleming is president of her local branch of the W.D.F.U.

The engagement is announced of Dr James Verney Cable, elder son of Mr and Mrs Matthew Cable, of Hataitai, Wellington, and Violet Patricia, elder daughter of Mr and Mrs Joseph Lythgoe, of Dunedin.

M*iss Oliver Kay returned from Australia by yesterday’s express. A large gathering of members of the local golt clubs was at the station to welcome her and offer her congratulations on her triumphs at Melbourne.

On Tuesday evening the Play Reading Circle of the Otago Women’s Club gave an excellent reading of “ Behold, We Live.” The cast was a strong one, and each reader gave a good interpretation of the character portrayed by her. Those taking part were Mesdames T. Secular and A. C. Stephens and Misses Morton, Sheila Neilson, Farnie; V. Livingston, and Goodson, with Mrs S, P. Cameron as chorus.

On August 5, at the Parish Church, Bromley, the wedding took place of Sublieutenant John Carmalt-Jones, R.N., only son of Dr and Mrs D. W. Carmalt-Jones, of Dunedin, and Little Chalfont, Buckinghamshire, and Hazel Constance Churchill, only daughter of the late Rev. R. L. Waters, some time rector of St. Columba's, Belfast,. and of Mrs Waters, of Rosemount, Farnborough Park, Kent. The officiating clergy were the Rev. J. C. Waters, R.N., brother of the bride, the Rt. Rev. Bishop Taylor Smith, K.C.8., and the Rev. C. Clark, rector of St. Stephen’s, Walbrook.

At Hartlip Parish Church, on August 12, the wedding took place of Stewart W., eldest son of Mr W. Minson, of Opawa, and Ida Cccile, only daughter of Lieutenant G, H. Hoskin, of Christchurch (says our London correspondent). The bridegroom went to England about a year age to ‘complete his architectural studies and to gain professional experience in the Mother Country. The bride arrived in London from New Zealand at the end or July. The Rev. Canon C. G. Mutter, vicar of Hartlip, officiated_ at the ceremony, and the bride was given away by Mrs Mutter. A New Zealand friend present ' was the Rev. Stanley Hinson. Fob lowing the ceremony, the wedding break? fast took place at the vicarage, whence the bride and bridegroom subsequently lett for their new home in London.

The Eoslyn branch of the League of Mothers held its monthly meeting in the Eoslyn Presbyterian Church Hall on luesday. In the absence of the president (Mrs G. W. Reid), the chair was taken by Mrs M'Allum. The speaker for the afternoon was Pastor W. D. More, who took as his subject “The Romance ot a Box of Raisins.'’ All were keenly interested An Pastor More’s vivid description of the town of Mildura—once a desert, now a veritable Garden of Eden—where the streets are bordered with fruit trees and there are acres of vineyards. During the afternoon Mesdames Dick snd Porter delighted members with pianoforte duets. On the motion of Mrs Porter, a hearty vote of thanks was Pastor More for his most interesting and instructive address. Mrs M'Allum proposed a vote of thanks to Mesdames Dick and Porter. * * *

The annual display of the Stocking League was held in the Hanover Street Baptist Sunday School Hall. The chair was kindly taken by the Rev. J. M. Smeeth, who made an opening prayer. The speakers for the occasion were bis Worship the Mayor (the Rev. E. T. Cox) and Mr J. W. Munro, M.P., whose addresses were both interesting and appreciative ana enjoyed by everyone present. The attendance was equal to that of other years. There was a good display of childrens garments of every description made irom cast-off clothing, an array of patch work quilts made from samples, also rug mats made from discarded silk stockings and dress braid, silk rugs made from oddments of crochet silk,, o wonderful little sleeveless coat —Joseph’s coat —made from knitted samples, and a rug in keeping made from oddments of knitting cotton, and the cords from Christmas cards. There was a large number of scrap books composed of Christmas cards, odd pictures, photographs, and old calendars, etc. Prominent was a table of toys made from oddments of nil kinds of material and discarded furs: alto woollen balls made from .left-over pieces of wool. The goods were all packed next morning to be shipped to England for the West Ham Mission, free of cost—by the National Mortgage and Agency Company, to whom the league is deeply indebted —and are expected to arrive in time for Christinas distribution. The president, Miss L. Beadle, and the members, heartily thanked those who gave cakes and flowers or who helped the league in any; way, also the loyal tew in Invercargill who so steadily assisted the parent body. This work is undenominational and a labour of love.

The death of Lady Vogel, which occurred at London on August 12, was not unexpected. Information .which was received by the latest English nail shows that’ she became seriously ill on February 18, her eighty-fourth birthday, and really never left her bed again. For the last three days of her life she was unconscious. The funeral took place on August 16 at the Golders Green Crematorium in accordance with her wishes. The New Zealand Government sent a beautiful wreath, and was officially represented. Lady Vogel’s two sons, Harry and Julius, and her grandson Brian, were the chief mourners, while Mrs Pym, her niece, was also present. Lady Vogel lived a long while at East Molesey, on the Thames, opposite to Hampton Court. Here Sir Julius died. In 1923 she went over to France, to Dinard, to live. At the end of a first brief summer visit to Dinard in 1922, on the sea trip back, she contracted a chill which led to a terrible illness, during which more than once her life was despaired of. She had double pneumonia, and one of her lunrrs was permanently weakened. She never, indeed, fully recovered her health. In 1929 she returned to London and settled at Philbeach Gardens. Her health slowly declined, although until within a week or so of her death her mind remained clear and active. Her memory was amazing, and anything whatever to do with Now Zealand at once riveted her attention. Physical weakness alone prevented her from attending social functions and theatres. While at Dinard the operas were one of her great delights. Throughout her illness Miss Vogel was her inseparable companion, and was a devoted daughter. Lady Vogel's greatest pleasure, apart from reading, was in playing patience. Until the end of last year she may be said never to have missed playing three games of patience in an evening after dinner.. She suffered a good deal from rheumatism in her hands, and this limited her devotion to sewing, because she was an _ exceptionally line needlewoman. Playing patience came to the rescue when her eyes began to make too much reading a trial. Doing jig-saw puzzles was another great ploasure_ to her. Like most of the older generation, she was a wonderful letter writer.

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 one at least of the principals, or by some responsible person, as a guarantee of genuineness.

Dr and Mrs Paton Dunlop, who have been staying with Mrs Frank Dunlop at Centre Bush, have returned to Anderson’s Bay. ❖

At Paisley Abbey, on September 2, the wedding took-place of Mr lan C. Fraser, F.R.C.S. (Edin.), and Miss Margaret Isabel Grant Peterkin, only daughter of the late Dr and Mrs George Peterkin, of Forfar, Scotland. Mr Fraser qualified M. 8., Ch.B., in Dunedin, and in Tiraaru last year acted as locum tenons lor Dr L. S. Talbot, doing eye, ear, nose, and throat specialisation.

An enjoyable evening was spent in the School Hall, Brighton, when the local Ladies’ Hockey Club held its end-of-season social evening. The first part of the evening was devoted to playing cards. After supper the floor was cleared for dancing. The winners of the two competitions, prizes for which were kindly given by Mrs R. Bruce and Miss D. M'Coll, jun., were Mrs Gibbs and Miss M'Leod respectively. Mr Gibbs, on behalf of the club members, then thanked those present for their generous support, assuring them that it was much appreciated, and called for three cheers from the hockey girls. The singing of “ Auld Lang Syne ” ended a happy evening.

Recent guests at Jackson’s Hotel were:, Mr and Mrs H. S. Jamieson (Auckland), Mr A. N. Olliver (Wanganui), Mr A. D. Clark, Mr and Mrs Woodworth, Miss 0. Hemingway (Christchurch), Mr R. Moore (Timaru), Mr and Mrs G. Hope (Oamaru), Miss Bodkin, Sir R. Chalmers (Cromwell), Miss K. Ward (Alexandra), Mrs F. Steele. Misses Steele (2, Roxburgh), Mrs M. M'Atamanay, Miss M'Atamanay (Ranfurly), Mr and Mrs M. Chapman (Queenstown), Mies Rita Hill, Mr R. Edgar (Gore), Mr and Mrs ,H. O’Sullivan (Lumsden), Mr and Mrs Isitt, Misses G. and S. Kette, Mr and Mrs C. Miller, Mr and Mrs W. W ate on (Invercargill), and Mr P. M'SJdmming, M.P. (Benhar). sj: # *

Recent guests at Wood’s Private Hotel were: —Mr R. Blair, Mrs Morton, and Mrs T. Philips (Christchurch), Mrs L. Brown (Timaru), Mrs Hill, Misses M'Laren (2), Mr W. Smyth, and Mr Roberts (Oamaru), Miss Woodcock and Mr J. Dean (Wellington), Mr and Mrs Hannay (Alexandra), Mrs Searchtield (Clyde), Mr J. Patterson and Mr Gatt (Miller’s Flat), Mrs Bissett (Kaitangata), Mr R. M'Corkindale (Waitahuna), Mr Bryant (Cromwell), Mr L. Healey, Mies E. Brownlie, and Miss Cameron (Gore), Mr and Mrs J. F, Strang, Mr C. Newman, and Captain K. K. Tsukigawa (Balclutha), Mr Gunn (Roxburgh), Mr Gd-aintz (Hampden), and Mr IL Trotter (Kurow).

A delightful afternoon was spent by members of the Arts and Crafts Circle of the Otago Women’s Club yesterday, when Miss Brenda Guthrie gave an address on the subject of her recent trip to Florida. Mrs Sargood (president) presented Miss Guthrie and her friend, Miss Bennett, with charming posies of spring flowers, after which Miss Joachim, chairwoman, invited Miss Guthrie to speak. The address which followed was full of interest, and allowed the members of the circle to gain a happy knowledge of the beauties and characteristics of Florida and its environs. At the close of her talk Miss Guthrie, on the proposal of Miss Joachim, was accorded a hearty vote of thanks.

On September 14 the ladies of the Wanaka Golf Club held a friendly interclub m.atch over the full course of 18 holes. Some very excellent cards , were returned by the ladies participating in the games, the best being:—Mrs L. Mann 93, Mrs W. Scaife 94, Mrs F. Collings 96, Mrs F. Jackson 99. After the day’s play was concluded afternoon tea was served in the club house. During this recess Mrs L. Mann took the opportunity of paying the penalty due for committing the offence of holing-out in 1, this being her third accomplishment of that difficult feat—namely, No. 4 hole, Wakntipu; No. 4 hole, Wanaka; and now No. 5 hole, Wanaka. The ladies were unanimous in the expression of the opinion that the better sporting holes were those five not usually played by them.

The Ex-Girls’ High School Club held its monthly meeting in the lounge of the Otago Women’s Club on Monday evening. Miss Allan (president) was in the chair. In her opening remarks the president referred to the great work done for education by the Hon. G. M. Thomson, whose death had occurred since the last_ meeting of the club. An excellent exhibition of handwork, done by the members, was displayed, and caused much interest. A competition for the best article made from material costing less than one shilling was won by Miss Cecilia Pollard with an exquisite handkerchief having a centre and edging of fine tatting. _ The programme was in the hands of Miss Joachim, who gave an interesting travel talk in which her journeying in Petra and its neighbourhood formed the most important part. Some woven articles and other handwork were exhibited by her, and helped to make the address more interesting to the girls. ?J: ❖ ❖ *

On Wednesday evening the members of the National Council of Women assembled at a tea party in the Otago Women’s Club dining room in honour of Mrs W. N. Benson. Miss N. M'Kenzie presented Mrs Benson, on her arrival, with a posy of flowers in the National Council of Women colours, Mrs Benson making a charming reply. After tea, Dr Siedeberg M'Kinnon and Miss R. M'Kenzie made speeches of farewell. There were present, Mrs Benson, Lady Sidcy, Dr Siedeberg M'Kinnon, Dr Sinclair, Mesdames Alexander, Aslin, Bridgeman, R. S. Black, Cameron, Campbell, Downing, Donaldson, ,T. S. Drake, Evans, Holloway, Herbert, Kirkland, Leary, Denton Leech, A. E. Meggitt, Herrington, M'Dennott, Nimmo, Swift, and Taverner; Misses Arlidge, Belcher, Calder, Fleming, Finlayson, Farquharson, Griffiths, Green, Holford, N. M'Kenzie, R. M'Kenzie, Pilkington, Runciman, Salmond, Scorgie, Sullivan, Smith, Sheriff, and Wilkin; and Sister Lilian.

The sixth annual meeting of the Provincial Council of the League of Mothers was held yesterday morning in the Y.M.C.A. board room. Mrs W. A. Ross presided: also present were: Mesdames Aslin, Pinfold, Cleghorn, Sutherland, Cairney, French, Secular, Dodds, Nelson, Cree Brown, Sharp, Booth, Willodks, Sinclair, M'Gallum, Denton Leech, Wallace, Herrington, Price, H. C. Campbell, Chapman, S. M. Park, John Reid, A. R. Falconer and M'Gregor. The following branches were represented:-—Balclutha, Milton, Port Chalmers, Ravensbourne, Roslyn, Maori Hill, Mornington, Musselburgh, St. Clair, Dunedin Central, as well as the Mothers’ Union. The following were re-elected; —President, Mrs W. A. Ross; vice-presidents, Mesdames Denton Leech and John Reid; secretary, Mrs T. M'Gregor; treasurer, Mrs Aslin; magazine secretary, Mrs Magnus Johnson; magazine reporter for Otago, Mrs T. M'Gregor; representative to Mothers’ Union Council, Mrs H. Price: representative to National Council of Women, Mrs Aslin; representative from Mothers’ Union, Mrs Worthington. According to the annual report, branch reports are said to be very gratifying. There is an increase in membership, as well as two new branches. Interest and attendance are well maintained. .All addresses have been of a high standard, the spiritual side being emphasised, with church parados in some districts. Each _ branch _is filling the peculiar need of its district, such activities as choirs, sewing circles, Bible study circles, and" libraries being keenly appre■cinted. Members have attained a keen spirit of service, and have been able in various ways to help very materially those less fortunate than themselves.

Advice has been received "by Miss Sophie Hall, L.A.8., of Dunedin, that the song composed by her, entitled “ Mother A-stor,” to words written by the Rev. Dr Kelly, Ph.D., and which was accepted by Messrs Allan and Co., Melbourne, has now been published. Advance copies have already been received locally. Miss Hall has composed other songs which she hopes to have published shortly.

A delightful dance was held bv the members of the Christchurch High School Old Boys’ Association (Dunedin branch) in the Somerset Lounge last evening. The ■room, arranged with tiny coloured lights and large Chinese lanterns, had the blue and black of the school colours in its decorative scheme, and, as all the members of the orchestra were in Christchurch •Old Boys’ blazers, the effect was very pleasing. The president, Dr S. B. Strain, with Mrs Strain, the latter gowned in browm georgette and lace, received the guests ag they arrived, and was assisted by the secretary (Mr L. H, Beardsley) and Mrs Beardsley, the latter in white satin, and the following members of committee and their partners:—Mr K. A. Dixon and Miss Bernice Malcolm, the latter in primrose organdie; Dr C. S. Murray and Mrs Murray, the latter in turquoise blue elephant crepe; and Mr W. Wood and Miss M. Lusk, the latter in black lace. Others were Mcsdames T. Bolwell, wearing pink silk net and satin; Alexander, wine-coloured satin; Hereus, black velvet; H. C. M'Queen, gold lace; G. Shaun, blue and lemon crinkly crepe; Malcolm Watt, brown crinkly velvet; Leslie Rantin, black satin; Guy Abbott, geranium satin; E. Piekford, white silk velvet; R. A. Bridgman, black lace; Lindon, black satin and lace; Button, wine-coloured elephant crepe; Bruce Smith, geranium-coloured georgette; and 0. H. Tait, midnight blue satin; and Misses Campbell, black and cream satin; Bernice Malcolm, primrose organdie; Rena Malcolm, black and white; Alma Scott, blue crinkly crepe; Jean Stables, green satin beaute; Tui Harrison, red and grey merle satin; Vera Venn, blue satin; Elsie Harraway, emerald chiffon velvet; Moliy D. Johnston, mustard crinkly crepe; Jessie Martin, blue satin and white organdie; Eileen Chapman-Cohen, pink organdie; Eileen Hobson, blue angel skin; Evelyn Little, green georgette; Jessie Chilcott, violet crushed velvet; Edna Chilcott, tangerine velvet; Olive Waghqrne, black and ivory velvet; M. Lusk, black lace; J. Sutherland, pink craquelle crepe.. with black; G. Wood, green crinkly crepe; 1. M'Gregor, rose crinkly satin; Helen Roy, gold satin beaute; Winifred Cox, black and white crinkly crepe; Dorothy Maokay, black ring velvet; Hazel Johnson, green lavender velvet; 0. Lovelock, pink crinkly crepe; and J. Dove, powder blue georgette. * * *

The St. Dominic’s Ex-pupils’ Association’s Ball, held in the Tudor Hall on Tuesday evening was such a thoroughly delightful function and so well conducted that an air of satisfaction and happiness seemed to radiate from every person present. The hall itself had seldom looked better. Among its yellow candelabra were hung loops of quaintly-shaped fairy lights—red, blue, and green; on the side facing the tables occupied by the dancers was a wealth of flowers —cinerarias of every colour, tulips, and anemones, with great boughs of blossom rising above them; and over the fireplace was the crest of the association. Mrs R. Boswell, president, wearing a gown of ivory brocaded satin with a coatee of midnight blue ring velvet and shoes to match, stood with her husband to receive the guests, and carried a bouquet of. spring flowers presented to her by the committee. At supfler time paper hats were handed round, and amusing squeakers distributed. An item which attracted much admiration during the evening was the dancing of a quick step by Mr Kevin Dun and Miss Helen Abraham, the latter of whom wore a close-fitting gown of black crinkly crepe with white ruffled sleeves and black and white shoes. The playing of the orchestra was admirable. Those present included Mrs _ Norman Speight (vice-president), wearing black velvet with a shoulder cape edged with fur; Miss M. Cotter (vice-president), scarlet lace and georgette; Miss Dons Roche (secretary), powder blue crepe; and Misses E. Tipping, shell-pink crinkly crepe; N. Blaney, black lace; Rona Quelch, rose pink crinkly crepe; and Rose Vallis green phantom crepe (all members of committee) ; also Mesdames H. Barker (Christchurch), black satin; J. H. A. M'Keefry, brown satin; C. F. Williams, scarlet georgette; W. J, Goughian, black velvet; Kevin Dun, lemon georgette and lace; T. M'Millan, white organdie; Carruthers, black and white ninon on a flame ground; and Crawshaw (Seacdiff), autumn brown laCe; and Misses _ K. Whelan, flame crushed velvet; Cicely Fotheringham, black and white satin; Alison Gourley, pink silk crepe; Shona Duncan, black net, with frilled skirt; Gwenyth Haggitt, moonlight blue taffeta; Thelma M'Veigh, black crushed velvet; Margaret Bartholomew, gpld lace; Kay Bartholomew, pink crinkly crepe; Winnie ' Rudkin, rust satin; M)ss K, Tipping, Persian rust lace; Miss S. Thomas, shell pink crepe; Miss N. O’Kane (Alexandra), pale pink lace and organdie; Molly M. Duncan, Pffiid crepe; Nor ah Hickey, black velvet; Kathleen Goughian, white and black; Erna Porter, flame and hazel crinkly crepe; M. M'Cormack, champagne craqueile crepe; Nance M'Cormack, floral satin picture frock; Veronica Vallis, midnight blue satin; Vera Quelch, black ring velvet; Z. Smith, black and oyster satin; K. Dreaver, green angel lace; Con Smiui, white georgette; Mary Mooney, turquoise blue lace; Hena Drumm, moire taffeta; Joffan Drumm, scarlet satin; Kay Sligo, black panne velvet; Gladys Laffey, powder blue crinkly satin; D. Tomkins, ivory velvet; Kathleen Nees, black satin, with white; Doris Nees, black velvet, with white; Mairs Bary, frilled organdie; Mabel Rice, white crystal satin; Rowena Dawson, emerald green crinkly crepe; Betty Cornish, Nile lace; May Fiulayson, black taffeta relieved with pink; Nina Fiulayson, lemon taffeta and net; E. Henaghan, rose floral georgette; Edna Crowley, crimson satin faille; Rona Martin, green crinkly crepe; N. Jones, black and white cragneile crepe; Aileen Smith, jade green ring velvet and organdie; V. Miles, white floral organdie; K. Muldowney, green crinkly crepe Ola Keuh, tangerine sand crepe; Eunice Wilson, marigold satin; R. Kavanagh, coral or.crandie; Nan Rodgorson, white organdie; M. Welle, floral georgette; M. Nyhon, pale pink crinkly satin; Alma Jenkins, primrose crepe; Seonaid Duncan, black net; I. Kennedy, ivory chenille and georgette; L. Carroll, white silk crepe; Lola Fox, white frilled organdie; C. Gallagher (Raufurly), red-figured silk; Peggy Fraser, parchment silk velvet; and Kathleen Curran, green panne velvet.