IN TOWN AND OUT

Sun (Auckland), Volume II, Issue 510, 13 November 1928, Page 4

IN TOWN AND OUT

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NOTES Mrs. Muir; of Auckland, is at present on a visit to Wellington • ; Mrs. J. H. Pagni, of Remuera, is on ! a short visit to Wellington. • * * Miss Z. Drury, of Palmerston North, is staying the Royal HotelMiss Ryan, of Herriesville. has been in Auckland on a short holiday. Mrs. H. Baker, of River Road, Hamilton. is holidaying in Auckland. Miss N. Gray, of Auckland, is staying with Mrs. Mackie. of Ruakaka. Mrs. J. B. King and Mrs. J. Hellaby, of Auckland, are visiting Hamilton. * * * Miss Lai Magill has returned to Te Aroha from a short holiday in Auckland. Mrs. Marshall, of Wellington, who j has been staying in Auckland, has left j on a visit to Sydney. j Miss Dene Plummer, of Auckland, is ! visiting her sister, Mrs. Hubert Ham- ' mond. in Claudelands. I Miss Ivy Crawford, who has been spending a holiday in Auckland, has : returned to Gisborne. * * • ! Miss Jean Stewart, of Wellington, is visiting Auckland, and is staying with Mrs. H. Gordon. Remuera. * * * Staying at the Star Hotel are Dr. and Mrs. 11. Kay. of Rotorua. Mr. and Mrs. J. Holdsworth. of Falmouth. England, Mr. and Mrs. W. Peterson, of Hamilton, and Miss A. S. Fox and Miss Herbert, of Falmouth. LYCEUM CLUB MUSICAL EVENING The Musical Circle held its final open meeting of the season last evening, the convener, Miss Kent, presiding. Songs were given by Mrs. Corbin, Miss Nancye Hanna, Miss Etta Field and Mrs. Ernest Snell. Also pianoforte solos by Mrs. Prime, recitation by Miss Adkin and instrumental items by Mrs. Prime, Miss Lloyd. Miss Florence Walker and Mr. C. Prime. Miss Etta Field is leaving soon to live in Australia, and members took this opportunity of saying farewell and wishing Miss Field continued success in her profession.

TOY-DOG CLUB FINAL DANCE OF YEAR The president of the Auckland Toy Dog Club, Mr. G. Herbert, with Mrs. Herbert, welcomed the club members last evening at the final dance of the season in the Click Clack Cabaret, which was attractively decorated with streamers and softly-shaded lights. Mrs. Herbert was wearing a smart frock of nankijig blue georgette under a heavily-embroidered black Spanish shawl. A-n interesting address was given during the evening by Mr. J. w. Cowley on show points in Pomeranians. Songs were contributed by Mrs. Asher, Mrs. Xodder, Miss Bailey, Miss X. Lingard, Mr. Baxter and Mr. Marshall. Miss Bayly was the accompanist. Among those present were: Mrs. Cowley, who was wearing an ivorv charmeu.vc frock, with a sequined overdress of opal shades. thystf'georgette7 earinS * fr ° ck o£ * reland * who wore a shell-pink motif 1 seor £ ette * with a blue floral Mrs. Ilorspool, wearing blush rose chiffoil, embroidered in crystal. Mrs. McCaw, ivory frock of lace over rose pmk chiffon. Mis. Asher, black frock of georgette with petalled skirt and floral relief Mrs. Jamieson, frock of black VineVelvet. Mrs. Blair, midnight blue sequined frock of georgette. Mrs. Summerhayes, in a peacock-blue frock of crepe de chine. Mrs. Nodi t . whose frock was of lacquer red georgette, with lace hem. crepe*’ — t]l waite ’ wearing black satin lace rS " 11111 ’ I jarohmen t-tinted frock of Mrs. Marshal, frock of maize lace and georgette. Miss Matthews, steel blue crepe de chine, encrusted with crystal beading. Miss Jamieson, eggshell blue frock of georgette. Miss Bailey, frock of hyacinth blue georgette. t Miss Braithwaite, shell pink frock of chiffon and lace. Miss Lingard, gold beaded frock of beech-brown crepe de chine. Miss Halcott, frock of lido blue satin crepe. Miss Marshall, cherry red crepe de chine frock. Miss S. Summerhayes, pale rose frock of georgette. Miss Summerhayes, delphinium blue georgette frock.

RECENT BRIDES RICHARDSON—DUXFIELD An interesting coincidence marked the marirage of Miss Winnie Duxfield, of Taumarunui, and Mr. Wesley Richardson, of Waiuku, in that both bride and bridesmaid bore the same Christian and surnames. The bride was the only daughter of Mr. and Mrs. A. T. Duxfield, of Lairdvale, and the bridegroom the second son of Mr. and Mrs. J. Richardson, of Portadown, Ireland. Given away by her father, she was dressed in white brocaded charmeuse daintily set off with shirring and silver lace. An embroidered tulle veil secured with a circlet of orange blos- ! sums lent a charming touch to the en- | semble, which was beautifully finished | by a bouquet of white wild clematis and other spring flowers. The bridesmaid was Miss Winnie Duxfield, of Matamata, a cousin of the bride, who wore a frock of pale pink crepe de chine relieved with coffee lace. She wore a hat to tone, and carried a bouquet of spring flowers. The ceremony was performed by the Rev. C. R. Taylor, of the Taumarunui Methodist Church, and Mr. W. Richardson, of Papatoetoe, as best man, attended in support of the bridegroom. After the service a reception took place at Mrs. Murray’s tea room, the numerous guests being received by Mrs. Duxfield in a neat navy blue suit with hat to match. She carried a bouquet of anemones. The honeymoon was spent in Auckland, the bride travelling in a cofetume of cinnamon repp with liat to correspond. SHROFF—COLEBROOK St. Mary's Cathedral was the scene of a quietly-celebrated wedding of general interest yesterday morning, when Marjorie, the eldest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. C. Colebrook, of Gladstone Road. Parnell, was married to Mortimer. the eldest son of Mr. and Mrs. M. Shroff, of Remuera. A dainty gown of Venetian blue georgette over a pleated foundation of pearl grey was worn by the bride, and was given distinction by panels of gold embroidery inse: around the skirt. Her picture hut was of beige toning trimmed with ribbon, and she carried a shower of carnations and roses. Miss Audrey Colebrook was in attendance on her sister, wearing a frock of wistaria mauve crepe de chine, mado with a slender bodice and widelyflaring skirt. She wore a rose-col-oured picture hat and carried a pink and gold bouquet. Tho ceremony was conducted by Canon Percival James, and the bride was given away by her father. Mr. F. Sturt attended as best man. AN ENGAGEMENT The engagement is announced of Julia Clara, second daughter of Mr. and Mrs. A. G. Menzies, of Mount Eden, to Ronald Richard, second son of Mr. and Mrs. C. F. Olney, of Mount AJbert. PLUS CA CHANGE By EVELYN VIVIAN I have a downright young niece who makes it a rule to shatter any last little lingering illusion her aunt may cherish as to the more exalted aims and outlook of modern young femininity in general. Fair play for flappers has been my consistent watchword since hysterics went out and shingling came in. The flapper of my most intimate acquaintance is so appreciative of the fair play dictum that she insists on the unvarnished truth anent the whole species. She vouches for that truth with a little cynical quirk of her maiden lips, and the frank gaze, all unabashed, of clear grey eyes. “My sweet midVictorian darling, you really are a priceless old-fashioned frump!” Such is her summing-up of my misinterpretation of her kind, whom I have credited with whole-hearted keenness on the job-of-work, and a multiplicity of interests outside the range of Cupid's arrows. Permit me to dodge the bricks by quoting verbatim from the same ruthless source of first-hand information. “Modern girls are as mad on men as were any of their predecessors who had to marry for a livelihood. If they look for jobs, and stick at them, it’s simply because they want to earn as adequate a dress allowance as possible. Modern young men are far severer sartorial critics than were the beaux of your day, my dear. They have no use for a girl who Isn’t well turned out; and you can take it from me, as they say in the classics, that the modern girl’s pay-envelope contains her bid for masculine favour. Every cent of it, if she’s lucky enough to have people who don’t demand a board-and-lodging ‘sub,’ goes on her back. And all the time she’s at work her subconscious is registering, so to speak, the emotions that will entertain her leisure hours. And I assure you they’re not invoked by Art, or Music, or the Drama, or Sport, without the impinging masculine element to lend them the necessary savour.” In vain have I protested that my own adult eyes have beheld happy little groups of girls enjoying the new feminine comradeship on the sports field, in the theatre, and the concerthall. “Fudge!” is the scornful reply. “It’s only because they don’t happen to have ‘lt.’ They don’t draw the boys; or else the hoys happened not to be available on that occasion. Then, I’ll grant you, we get what fun we can on our own. But it’s only a makeshift.”

Still insistent, I have cited the case of the girl who is unmistakably ambitious, concentrating heart and soul on winning one of the plums of her chosen calling, and who exists in increasing numbers. “Yes, but she’s not typical, darling! She’s still, and always will be, among the exceptions that prove the rule. The highest feminine ambition is what it has been from the beginning and will be to the end; to ‘put it across’ the strong sex. All our socalled new outlook is toward one goal; the accentuation, mentally as well as physically, of sheer feminine allure. As my old French master used to say, ‘Plus ca change, plus e’est la meme chose.’ Trite but true. Ask any grown-up flapper who isn't a prig or a hypocrite.”

Well, I'm asking. Prithee, don’t all speak at once!

HAMILTON NOTES (From Our Own Correspondent) Mrs. Elliot, of Rotorua, is the guest of Mrs. Parke Pittar, in the Palmerston Estate. Miss Koa Tompkins, who has been studying domestic science in Dunedin, is the guest of Mrs. A. L. Tompkins, for the university vacation. * * * Mrs. Wells, sen., is the guest of her daughter-in-law, Mrs. Mervyn Wells, of Cambridge. * * * RUAKUKA DANCE ' On Saturday night a very jolly dance was given at Ruakura by the combined committees of the Ruakura and the Power Board Tennis Clubs to raise funds for their queen. The women’s committee included: Mrs. Munro, Mrs. Weatherly, Miss M. Annette and Miss D. Howlett, who worked very hard to make the dance so great a success. The hall was gay with bailoons, and masses of lycopodium. Good music was supplied by Hildreth’s Orchestra, extras being played by Mr. Eric Bell, of Auckland. The hostesses were Mrs. Munro, who was in a gown of peach -flowered georgette and black lace, and Mrs. Weatherly, who wore a black satin frock. Others present were: Mrs. Trythall and Mrs. L. W. W. Brown, Misses C. Chitty, D. Howlett, M. Annette, Clendon t Wellington), B. Waite, Armstrong, Green, G. Howlett, D. Stevens, M. Shaw*, McAuliffe, O. Lock, M. Hastie, D. Parrish, Andrews, F. Whitehouse. Rennie, Hewitson, K. O’Neill, JD. Pratt, P. O’Neill, H. Gaze, T. Norman, N. Reid, A. Bain. N. Taylor, K. Torap- | kins, M. King, H. Speight. A. Wilson, I D. Bain. + * * | BOWLING AND CROQUET AT WHITIORA Although the weather was decidedly unpleasant on Saturday afternoon a number of bowling and croquet enthusiasts gathered at the Wliitiora pavilion, and were able to play on the greens later in the afternoon. The pavilion had been decorated with hanging baskets of beautiful blue delphiniums and larkspur, and on the afternoon tea table were masses of Shirley and Iceland poppies. The president of the bowling club, Mr. P. R. Stewart, welcomed the visitors, and asked Mrs. Stewart to bowl the first ball, and Mrs. Lowry to make the first hook. The guests were received by Mrs. A. W. Burrows, president of the croquet club, who was in a pretty frock of floral crepo de chine. Mrs. P. R. Stewart, •wearing a smart navy blue ensemble, and Mrs. Lowry, who was in a navy and white gown. Others present were: Mesdames Davy, ITodgkinson, Webster, Wyzell, Iliggott, Henderson, Runciman, Higgins, Earle, Hyde (Horotiu), Collins (Horotiu), Hall (Horotiu), Howe, J. B. Scott, Somervell, Nesbitt, Irvine, Nealie, , Veats, Buckland, Arthur, Wilkie, Fenwick, Ibbotson, Andrews, Street, Mrs. Runciman (Papatoetoe), Ibbotson and Bennett. * * * AN “AT HOME” On Thursday a delightful afternoon was arranged by the ladies of St. Paul’s Methodist Guild, when they entertained the members of the Claudelands, Frankton an? Maeroa guilds. Aboue 60 guests were welcomed by Mrs. Bradley, the president, of St. Paul’s. A very fine programme was provided by Mrs. J. Prentice, who played several pianoforte solos exquisitely, by Mrs. Conradi and Mrs. Brownley, who sang, and by Mrs. A. W. Green, who recited. During the afternoon the infant son of Mrs. W. Smith, treasurer of the guild, was christened, the silver christening, mug that was used being given to him by the guild members. • * * SOCIAL AT OHAUPO A very pleasant evening to raise funds for the croquet courts at Ohaupo was held last Wednesday at the home of Mr. and Mrs. Horscroft. A large number of guests thronged the rosebedecked rooms. Progressive bridge and “500” were played during the evening, the winners of the bridge prizes being Mrs. Tidmarsh and Mr. McGown, and the “500” Mrs. C. K. Edwards and Mr. L. Cowley. The younger members present danced in another room. PLAY-READING The final meeting of the RussellWood's Play Reading Circle took place on -Monday evening, when Norman McKinnel’s one-act play, “The Bishop's Candlesticks.” and A. A. Milne’s delightful comedy, “Belinda.” were read to a largo assemblage of guests. During the evening Mr. P_ C. Garrett voiced the appreciation of the circle, eulogising the hospitality of Mrs. Rus-sell-Wood, and her kindness to many vistors, and Miss Edna Thomas handed the hostess a beautiful bouauet from the readers. The parts in “The Bishop’s Candlesticks” were read by the following:—The Convict. Mr P. E Garrett; the Bishop, Mr. W. Esmond Sharp; Persome, Miss Thomas; Marie, Miss Thelma Judge; Sergeant, Mr. Rus-sell-Wood. The name part in “Belinda” was read by Miss Hope Asher, who was supported by Mr. Russell-Wood as Harold Baxter, Mr. Ronald Bowie as Claudo Devenish, Mr. Garrett as John Treymayne, Miss Thelma Judge as Delia (Belinda's daughter), and Mrs. J S Laihg in the role of Betty the maid

KING COUNTRY JOTTINGS Charmingly frocked in forget-me-not blue taffeta, Mrs. W. Edwards received a large number of guests at a commg-of-age party in honour of them son Cecil The event was held in the Kaitieke Hall. fj™! items were gi\cn by - * Burgees Miss M. Edwards and Mrs. Buige-s. A Monte Carlo waltz was " on ' ’ and Mrs. F. Crocker, and Miss toAnderson and Mr. E. Smith secured the snot waltz. At a party at his parents residence Mr. Cecil Edwards was preAr ,. ir. f. Gibbons, acting on"behalf of the family, with a handsome gold watch in honour of his birthday. Much merriment was in e 'hdence at a jolly pinafore dance arranged b> the Taumarunui Anglican Eadies Guild. a large attendance in a beautifull. decorated hall danced to music supplied by an orchestra consisting or Mrs. McElroy and Messrs. Reardon and Cullen, while Mr. W. Nlelrose as MC. proved very popular. The prize for the most original pinafore went to Miss Melrose, and Mr. D. Mcßab w-as awarded the honours when the men donned the pinafores worn ny their partners. A special prize was given to Miss O’Brien. Miss B. Laird, of Taumarunui, whose popularity has been evidenced in a number of social functions given m her honour recently, was the guest at a gathering at the residence of Mrs. J. Maher. The proceedings included bridge, of which Miss Laird proved the winner. Mr. and Mrs. H. L. King and Miss Laird sang, and at an appropriate interlude Mrs. L. G. Godfrey extended good wishes to the guest, and expressed sorrow at her departure. Miss Laird was then handed a presentation, which was gracefully acknowledged, Mr. A. S. Laird responding. At a gathering of the staff of Messrs. Harris, Marsack and Hall, Miss Laird was handed a generous cheque in recognition of her service with the firm. Miss Laird is leaving immediately for the East, having been appointed to an important position in Shanghai. At a pleasant euchre tourney at the residence of Mr. and Mrs. G. Kelly, of Matiere, Mrs. Turner won the women’s prize, and Mr. W. Grey the men’s. The consolations went to Mrs. W. Kelly and Mr. F. Pleasants. ♦ * * An abundance of Iceland poppies and beautiful azaleas made a very pretty picture of the Taumarunui croquet ladies’ pavilion on the occasion of a pleasant “At Home” given by the club to its women friends, there being a large number of guests in attendance. The president, Mrs. W. Girvin, welcomed those present, after which a graceful touch was given by little Violet Melrose, who handed bouquets of spring flowers to Mrs. Girvin and Mrs. Manson. Several competitions held during the afternoon resulted: Clock golf, Mrs. Keller; putting, Mrs. Managh; croquet, Mrs. Christmas; quoits, Mrs. Maud. Afternoon tea was served in the pavilion. * * * The numerous friends in the Central King Country of the Rev. Mr. (now Canon) Kempthorne, of the Waikato Diocese, were delighted to see him present at the annual patronal festival of the Kakahi Anglican Church, at which he conducted the morning service. Other visiting clergy were the Ven. Archdeacon Cowie, of Hamilton, Rev. Bush-King and the local curates, Messrs. Boyt and Goulding. The Christ Church Choir, fro mTaumarunui, led the singing. In the evening after the service, at which Archdeacon Cowie preached, supper was served in Mrs. Crump’s Hall. Canon Kempthorne was for several years vicar of the Taumarunui parish. * * * A very successful social and financial season has just been concluded by the Raurimu Girls’ Kainga Club, which held its final gathering of the year at the residence of Mrs. Merry. The programme included a ping-pong tournament, which Miss E. Zachariah won, and a competition which went to Miss V. Merry. The object of the club at its formation, which was to provide entertainment for and by the young women of the district, has been gratifyingly realised, and the club’s existence has been fully justified. Apart from giving many delightful social events, and also a very successful high-grade concert, various local institutions have benefited by donations from the Kainga Girls’ activities. A ‘surprise party” of Taumarunui gathered at the residence of Mrs. W. Wilson, at Manunui, in order to wish her and Miss Jean Wilson bon voyage before their early departure for an extended holiday in Sydney. Mrs. Bell, Mrs. Wilson and Miss M. O’Brien gave musical items, Mrs. Seddon-Mills won a guessing competition, and the highest bridge score was made by Mrs. F. Homershan. * Miss Stevenson, matron*of the Avonlea Maternity Hospital at Taumarunui, recently underwent a serious operation in the Hamilton Hospital. She is now making a favourable recovery. TE AROHA NOTES BRIDGE EVENING (From Our Own Correspondent) The Women’s Bridge Club held a very successful bridge evening at Mrs Willcox’s residence at Te Aroha on Friday night. The hostesses were Mrs Cochran and Mrs. Dempster, while Mrs. Snedden succeeded in gaining the highest number of points for the evening. Among those present were; Mrs Cochran, Mrs. Dempster, Mrs. G. Gilchrist, Mrs. McGirr, Mrs. Mackie, Mrs. E. Wright, Mrs. Merrington, Mis. Gilchrist, sen., Mrs. Carroll, Mrs. Vickers Mrs. Hunger, Mrs. Montgomery, Mis’ Wykes, Mrs. Clark, Mrs. Frear, Mrs’ Kenrick, Miss Gray (Auckland), Miss Ray, Miss Merrilees, Miss Gilchrist, Miss Ford, Miss Matheson and Miss Montgomery. • • • FAREWELL SUPPER PARTY A very enjoyable farewell supper party was given in Miss ißtchie's honour at Barlow’s Tea Rooms on Friday evening. Miss Frood presented Miss Ritchie with a handsome snapshot album, and wished her every success in Te Awamutu, which is to be her new home, after which “For She’s a Jolly Good Fellow" was sung. Among those present were: Miss Ritchie, Miss Jameson, Miss Herbett, Miss McGeahan. Miss Frood, Mrs. Whitta and Miss Histed. GOING THE PACE Value of Marshall's Fospherine People who “go the pace” usually come a cropper sooner or later. Something goes with a snap, and their little day is done. They over-fed their desires, but starved their nerves. Marshall's Fospherine is the ideal nerve tonic and food. Instantly soothes jangled nerves and gives you a new lease of life. Highly concentrated and quick acting. Hundred doses for 2s 6d. Ask for the six-sided carton at any chemist or store. Smaller sizes Is 6d and Is. Or write direct to Proprietors, A. and W. Baxter, of Baxter’s Lung Preserver, Christchurch.—2. J

RESTFUL SLEEP TO OBTAIN IT BOX MATTRESSES There are vast improvements in black and brass bedsteads, at one time so generally in use. There are also steel bedsteads so artistically finished that it needs a close scrutiny to discover that they are not made’ of wood. The plain wooden bedstead which relies for its charm in the beauty of the wood is to-day much favoured. These are made with neat simplicity of design, and with no useless carving or decorations that merely serve to harbour dust. Attractive reproductions of oldtime bedsteads are to be bought at reasonable prices; but there are also simple and beautiful designs produced and executed by modern artists and craftsmen. To-day a low footboard is very usual, and in a small room makes the space look bigger. The question of bedding needs care. Good bedding will last a lifetime and longer if taken care of. This means regular daily airing and brushing and dusting each week. The box-spring mattress is satisfactory, durable and comfortable, but must be made to exactly fit the bedstead. Nowadays a box-spring mattress joined into sections can be bought, and is easier to mave than the old-fashioned shape. SPECIAL SHEETS The problem of bed linen is sometimes rather an anxiety, especially in the case of convalescents and of those who are prone to rheumatic troubles. Wool such as blankets are made„of is too irritating to come directly in contact with a sensitive skin, and yet linen and cotton strike cold. The solution of the problem is to use special sheets and sheeting, which give all the protection of a blanket with the lightness of a sheet. These readily absorb moisture, and radiate it away, thus securing hygienic comfort. A woven wire mattress is good, and the finer qualities last some time, but if in constant use the meshes in time stretch and sag. However, it is possible to get an excellent support to overcome this difficulty and to make an old mattress regain its form. The upper mattress can be stuffed with several materials, and of these the upholstered mattress with spring centre fittings covered with wool or a mixture of hair and wool, and a good ticking, is most durable. The ordinary stuffed mattress is best fitted with hair or hair and wool. Whether one has one or two pitlows, or a pillow and a bolster, is a matter of taste, but It should be remembered that if the pillows are raised too high it does not improve one’s figure. Children should be trained to sleep with only one pillow or a bolster; the latter is perhaps best for them, as it does not easily slip.