Women Folk

Star (Christchurch), Issue 16816, 19 August 1922, Page 6

Women Folk

By

" STELLA"

" Stella " will be glad to receive items of interest and value to Women for publication or refer* ence in this column.

Recent nrrivals at the Clarendon include Mr and Mrs G. Dickie, of Dunedin. Departures from Warner’s include Mr and Mrs Geoffrey Dr age, who hare gone on to Timaru. Overseas visitors to Christchurch include Mr and Mrs O. J. Ohrenstein, of ►Syracuse, N.Y., U.S.A., who are staying at Warner’s. Mr and Mrs James Roberts, of Dunedin, who came down from Wellington Inst night are amongst the guests at Warner’s. Mr and Mrs G. B. Banks, of Wellington, who have been staving at the United Service, went on to Dunedin today. Mr and Mrs J. Robertson, of Sawyers Bay, Dunedin, arrived in Christchurch yesterday and arc staying at the Clarendon. Mrs S. Brice, of Wellington. who has been at the Clarendon for a few days, has gone to stay with her sister, Mrs R. Walker, Sumner. Mrs D. Rattray, of Woolston, accom*panied by her daughters. Misses Jessie and Flossie Rattray are. leaving by the s.s. Pnloona for Melbourne for an extended holiday. Miss Davies, of “ Ridgeway Farm,” Irwell, is in town for a, few days, and is the guest of her cousins, Mr and Mrs J. Marshall, 51, Edinburgh Street, Spreydon. Mr and Mrs Alfred J. Bunz have issued invitations for a reception to be held in Balia ntyne’s Tea Rooms on Wednesday afternoon in honour of Mr Toscha Seidel, the celebrated violinist, who is visiting Christchurch next week. A very enjoyable evening was spent at the residence of Mrs Mitchell, St Albans, on Thursday evening, when dancing, songs and games were indulged in until an earlv hour. Among those present were Misses G. and W. White, N. Rolleston. M. Pearce, K. Milne, N. Spence, R. Hanna, 15.l 5 . and AT. Read, Messrs H. Anderson, W. McMahon, P. Sinclair, W. Mullins, J. Vaughan, R. Hart, J. Collins, T. Mitchell, W. Tucker, and F. Jones. The young ladies of the Opava Ale thodist Bible Class held a very successful and enjoyable social on Wednesday. The evening was devoted to competitions, games, items and a community ting led by Air T W. West. A delicious supper Was served by the your.g ladies. Those rendering items were Alis.> Edna Wallis and Aliss Alice Py crcft. A playette was greatly enjoyed by the audience, the girls taking part being Alisses R. Dick, A. Py croft, T. Laskey and B. Hillary. The success of the evening was due to Airs H. Cook, to whom a hearty vote of thanks was passed by all present. Invitations have been issued for the West Christchurch Past Students’ Association annual ball to be held in the Winter Garden on September 13. Music will eb provided by Aliss MacDonald’s orchestra, while a second orchestra wiU be in attendance to provide the extras. The committee, comprising the Misses L. Sanderson, M. Freeman. O. Poulton, T Tret he way and Alessrs T. H. Dolan, N. Perry. G. White; H. A. Barrett and A. L. Nicholson, with Aliss E. Byers and Air K. Campion joint secretaries, have arrangements well in hand, and altogether the ball promises to eclipse any of its predecessors.

Airs I*. J. Hervey was hostess at a small tea given in the Beresford this morning as a farewell to Airs Lane© Porter, wild is leaving next week to reside in Ashburton. Mrs Harvey received her guests wearing a handsome gown of nigger brown silk Jersey cloth stitched in henna with vest and sleeves of. richly embroidered net. Her all-over hat was of nigger brown to match, with an upturned brim of golden brown and henna chrysanthemum straw finished with a henna quill. Airs Porter wore a smartly tailored costume of navy blue cloth, and her tricorne hat of navy panne was wreathed in ospreys. Airs Ilervey’s guests included Airs G. L. Donaldson. Airs W. Macbeth, Airs A. L b. Longer, Airs S E. McCarthy, Airs R. Whitson, Airs W. J. Bolam, Airs P. Steele, Airs Harrobin, Airs Thornhill Cooper, Aim AI. C. Keane, Mrs Wm. Diamond, Airs J. R. Evans, Airs Henrv Taine, Airs A. Falconer, Miss Garrick and Aliss Candy. PERMANENT HAIR WAVING. AIRS FABIAN, Permanent Hair Waving operator, Aladam Bond’s Toilet rooms, Royal Exchange Buildings, Phone 4219. Evenings by appointment. Visit terminates shortly. 4217 POPULARITY. One thing this past winter has proved and that is the tremendous popularity of Kofgo, the great Cough Cure. Air E. Cameron Smith, who sells it at his pharmacy, Royal Exchange Buildings, Cathedral Square, says that never before has there been such a heavy demand for it. It, however, proves that a Cough Cure of merit will always prove popular. 1700 LITTLE THINGS ABOUT THE HOUSE. A good pair of scissors is quite a necessary acquisition to the home—and they should always be kept sharp. Alother knows what a joy a sharp pair of scissors i« when making little gari ments for the kiddies. The bluntest pair of scissors can be sharpened at Archenliolds’, 255, High Street, next Bonnington’s, for the small cost of 9d.

A pleasant kitchen evening was given by Airs Debenhnm on Wednesday evening, at the Rolleston Street Hall, to Mies Alarjorie Barwick, of Avonside, whose marriage is to place shortly. Games and (lancing were indulged in until midnight. AlembeTS and guests of the Alaritana Jazz Club will be pleased to note that the committee have arranged for a carnival night in Dixieland on Wednesday, August 23. Continuous music will be supplied bv Sutherland's Orchestra and the club’s own ukelelo band. Tickets are now obtainable at the Toy Gave. The Ohristchurc’n Plain Dance Assembly held a special waltzing competition at the St Asaph Street Hall on "Wednesday, which resulted as follows: —Air Andrews and Aliss Bate? 1 ; Air Beaumont and Miss Beaumont 2. The Assembly will hold another waltzing competition at the Beckenham Hall on Alonday next.

Seldom has St wSaviour’s Hall presented so festive an appearance as on Saturday lart on the occasion of an evening in aid of the sweet stall. The prizes were presented by the Rev W - F. Hughes vicar. Aliss Pruden and Mr W. H. Beale won the waltzing competition, which was judged by Aliss Dorothy Wicks, while Aliss Alvers and Air Potter won the euchre. The committee wil] repeat the same evening on Alonday, September 18. A surprise party was taken to the residence of Air and Airs C. Whyte, the Esplanade, New Brighton, on Tuesday evening, and the time passed pleasantly with games and community singing. Among those present were : —Air and Airs C. Whyte, Air and Airs Bowden, Air and Mrs Rhodes, Airs French, Airs Harris, Alisses E. Bowden, M. Bowden, AI. Run del, H. Svkes, A. Weeks. Alessrs C. Bowden, B. Winning, A. Garlick and G. Senior. It is only at rare intervals that the general public are given opportunities of purchasing gems of art at public auction, but such an opportunity will be given on Tuesday afternoon at 2 o’clock in Charles Clark’s auction rooms. The works are by a gifted young New Zealander, Aliss Jimsie C. Fraser, who has drawn her inspiration from some of the most beautiful vistas seen in these isles. In all forty-two pictures will be offered. A pleasant afternoon was spent at the residence of Aliss Thelma Smith, Waltham on Wednesday, at a farewell party to Miss Joyce Staff, prior to her departure for Wellington, where she will take part in the competitions Amongst tho6e present were : Alisses Joyce Staff, Thelma Smith, Dorothy Towart, Alice Buick. Annie Pope, Lorna and Olive Aluschamp and Flor* ence Howarth. Items were contributed by Aliss Joyce Staff, Thelma Smith and Annie Pope. On Wednesday evening St John’a Schoolroom was the scene of an enjoyable social, arranged by the entertainment committee, who had spared no efforts in their endeavour to make the evening a success. The room was prettily decorated with pot plants and gaily coloured streamers. An excellent programme had been arranged, consisting of songs bv Aliss Raaf, Mrs Brittenden and Dr Pairman, a dialogue by Alessre Ardley and Cordery ; fancy dancing by Atisse? Winnie Fail and Nancy Wright, competitions, dancing and community singing. On Thursday and Friday evenings next at 7.45 Aliss Trent will give two electrical cookery demonstrations to the members of the Home Economics Association. These demonstrations will be

held in Alessrs Turnbull and Jones Electrical Rooms, Cashel Street West. In order to allow all members of the association to see a demonstration, seats will be reserved for them on the night they are able to attend, if they present their member’s ticket at Turnbull and Jones’ any day during the week. The room is not large enough to accommodate all members of the association, hence the two nights being alloted. CUR DOTHE WONDER HAIR WAVER. Girls ! With one application of Curio the straighest and most unruly hair will become soft, curly and lustrous. Harmless and will improve the growth. Send postal note for 5s for one bottle. Curio, post free, to Aliss Bell, P.O. Box 1310. Wellington. Ballantyne’s Gloves are perfect fit ting and reliable wearing. Ladies’ 3dome Fabric Suede Gloves, French manufacture, pastelles and white, all sizes, 4s lid pair; Ladies’ 2 dome “ Du plex ” Fabric Suede Gloves, French manufacture, pastelles and white, all sizes, 6s lid pair. Exceptional value. 8250 ARE YOTTR CLOTHES INDIVIDUAL? IS tiier© a subtle distinction, a beautiful correctness, an imaginative quality about your clothes that makes other women watch you when you aren’t looking? You don’t need to spend any more money, or any more time, in order to make your clothes individual. Achieve the coveted charm of Paris by consulting THE EXQUISITE. Room 6, 165. Cashel 3k THE WINTER GARDEN May be engaged for Wedding Receptions. Afternoon Teas. Dancing Parties. Social Functions. For particulars addreQ3 193, ARMAGH STREET. XS Telephone 3820. SAVE MONET THIS SEASON. B. Denson and Co., 197, High Street have all their new Spring goods out for your inspection. All the latest styles and all manufactured on the premises, being sold at Manufacturers’ prices. Go to Denson’s 197, High Street, next I Seymours’ for your clothing this season | and save money. The shop for small j prices and big values. 8240 J NEW SPRING GOODS NOW SHOWING AT ELSINORE. I Always with spring comes the dej light of new frocks—new creations. ElI sinore Salon is now adorned with i these delights. In other words Elsinj ore, Ltd., announce the arrival of their ! new Spring goods and the most charmi ing new range of Coat Frocks, Dinner Frocks, etc., is now open for your inspection at their Salon in Cashel i Street, near Loasby’s. 8046

On Wednesday evening the members of the St John’s (Woolston) branch of the G.F.S. entertained the members of the Holy Trinity (Lyttelton) branch at a social and dance in the St John’s schoolroom. Music for dancing was supplied by Aliss V. Goupland, and extras Mere played by Alisses Martin and Champ. A song by Aliss E. Round and a play acted by five members of the local branch were received with much applause. The duties of M.C. were carried out by Mr G. Chattaway. Among those present were :—Mesdames Harris, Day, Dunnage, Gof ton, Alarquet, James, 1 Matthews, Petrie and Barwick, Misses C. Wright. G. Dunnage, Gofton (2), Barwick. P. Alauger, A. Champ, T. Daniel, E. Virtue, Chapman. D. Nicholls, Gatehouse, Graham (2), Hunt, Alitchell, Carlyle (2), O. Carson, Aluxlow, Dale, Loader, Porteous (21, Morten, Stevens, A meson (2), Rev F. Dunnage, Alessrs W. Wilson, Alabaster (2), J. Barwick, R. Coupland, Beaumont (2), 11. Hyde, K. Sims, E. Robertson, G. Hunt, L. Adams, J. Loader, A. Graham, D. Gullivan, D. Collins, D. Sinclair, Davis, Illingworth, Parsons and A. Austin. The Orient Club held the first of a series of dances on Thursday evening. The committee, Misses Mona Blair and Olive Taylor and Alessrs J. Commons and S. Ashton, are to bo congratulated on one of the most successful and prettiest dances yet held at Dixieland.” About fifty-five couples danced to excellent music supplied by Bailey’s Banjo Band. The chaperones were Alosdames Commons, who wore smart navy satin charmeuso relieved with grey; Toon, handsome frock of French grey satin, silver radium lace overdress ; and E. Jamieson, becoming frock in navy tricotine relieved with fringe trimmings. Others present were Alisses Olive Taylor, lemon taffetas and georgette ; Alona Blair, white net, lemon trimmings; Toon, pretty frock of apricot taffetas; Fa Ivey, becoming frock of kingfisher blue and georgette; Alolly Hurd, tangerine taffetas; Ngaire Partridge, mauve net; Edna Thomas, green net; Glayds Carter, black taffetas; Clive Hill, pale blue satin; Alolly Bradley, white laoe over crepe de chine ; S. Rundle, handsome frock of tangerine crepe de chine with gold lace overdress; Valieri© Anderson, henna georgette; F. Chappell, black ret, gold lace; Violet Alahan, pink taffetas; E. M’Aleer, mauve georgette; I>. Stuart, navy satin, cerise trimmings; E. Kerr, frock of Kingfisher blue with fringe trimmings; Bira Wingham, pale blue georgette; Ngaire Vanzoni, lemon crepe de chine, overdress in net; E. Robinson, shot taffetas; Beryl Stone, blue taffetas; Stevens, striking frock of black satin with oriental bodice; D. Tucker, jade crepe de chine and radium lace; Cook, powder blue georgette; K. Payne, saxe orepo de chine ; Alessrs AI. O’Brien, C. A. Guy. A. F. Lanyon, Poulton, C. Falloon, R. Sherriffs, Etheridge, Wynn, Dix, Clarkson, Rnndle, Gheesman, Dearsley, Berry, Stokes, Vincent, Upjohn, Large, O’Reilly, Pengellv, Robinson (3). R. Al’Cree, Shaw, Hollis, N. Down, S. Aloore.