Women Folk

Star (Christchurch), Issue 16939, 13 January 1923, Page 5

Women Folk

By

"STELLA"

I>r Elieabeth Gunn returned bo Wellington last night. Mr and Mrs StefFan© Webb are in the North Island. Mr and Mrs A. Jv Murray will return to Wood bank to-day. Mrs E. B. Million, “ Birch Hill,” is spending a few days in Ohristohuroh. Air and Mrs Godfrey Hall, of Hororata. are in town. Mr L. W. Alexander and Miss P. Alexander, of Auckland, who came down this morning, are staying at Warner’s. Mr and Airs Aleo Duncan, of Dunedin, were passengers from Wellington by last night’s ferry Guests at the Clarendon include Miss 33. M. Painfoj th, of Wanganui, who came up from the south yesterday. Airs A. Martin and Miss D. Martin were passengers to Wellington last night. Recent arrivals at Warner’s include Air and Airs Harold Atkinson, of Waiau. 'Mrs A. Driscoll, © € Pupanui, is spending the week-end with her sister, Airs T. Heney, Rangiora. Air and Airs Stanley Win ter bourn, who have been spending the holiday* in Kaikoaira. and Cheviot, motored back to Tim aril yesterday. Miss Watkins and Alisa Smith, of Rangiora, and Alaster Francis Smith, of Greymouth, are at present on an extended tour of .the North Island. Airs R Winkler and Alisa W. Winkler* of Edinburgh, accompanied by Aliss F. A. Winkler, of Pahiatua, arrived from the north this morning, and are at the United Service. The engagement is announced of / Eva, any daughter of Air and Airs j Thomas Bur gin, of Alurray Place, St Albans, to Mr Vernon M, Wood, “ To Ngaio,” Opotiki. Out of seven applications received by the Nelson Hospital Board for the position of matron of the Alotueka i.ottage Hospital, Alisg B. D. Warnook, matron of the Havelock Ooftage Hospital, wjia appointed. Alisa \\ a mock, who wn-s trained at Christchurch, formerly followed her profession at Alotueka; has been matron of St Helen’s; and in charge of the. county nursing home at Geraldine. During the week a most enjoyable afternoon was spent at th© Red cliff s' tenuis courts, when a number of the United Tennis Club players visited Kedoliffs and played against the local ladies. The time passed quickly with tennis and a dainty afternoon tea was provided by the home players. Amongst the players were Airs L. V. Comerford, Airs Shad bolt, Airs Williams, Airs Nathan-Smythe, Airs A. Donaldson, Alisses Lily Pender, Dorothy Diamond, Yolaude Ferrior and Rogers. On A! on day evening an enjoyable party was held at the residence of Air and Mrs R. .J. Collins, Burlington iStreet, Sydenham, to commemorate the twenty-first birthday of their son Leslie. Games aud songs were features ot the evening. Among those present', were Air and Airs R. J. Collins, senr, Air and Airs K. Collins, junr, Aliss E. Collins, Air and Airs T. H. Andrews (Timaru), Mrs aud Aliss AI. Carter, Air and Airs L. Alellor, Airs L. Ivennie, Alias J. Davidson, Misses Alansfield (3), Alias Walker, Aliss Porteous, and Alessrs Cotter (2) # F. Edwards and J. Younger. St Saviour's Hall, Sydenham, was the soene of a successful flannel ami fancy dress dance on Wednesday evening, there being eighty couples present. Some beautiful costumes were worn. The successful lady was Aliss A inn a Carter, who represented an Egyptian lady, and Air E. La pane, the winner of the gentleman’s j.nze, represented Capstan cigarettes. Luring the last figure of the D’Alberts Air Edwards sung “Amazon,” and after an excellent supper provided by the committee, a very prottv exhibition dance was given by little Aliss Milbourn. Mr E. Jackson’s Adelphi Orchestra supplied music, and Air Alurray fulfilled the duties of AI.C. On Thursday evening, at the residence of Air and Airs J. Seymour, 34, Heaton Street, Papanui, an enjoyable evening was spent, the occasion being the birthday of their daughter Irene. Oompetpi ti on a and music were indulged in, and dancing took place. Musical items were contributed by Aliss Irene Seymour, Aliss Aluriel Johns, and Alessrs. L. Alarsden and AL Slnis. Aliss Ada Rawson, in costume, gave an Eastern and a Gaiety dance. Supper was daintily served in the dining-room, which was decorated in delicate shades of mauve and pink. Those present included Air and Airs J. Seymour, Mr and Airs A. J. Alorrison (Dunedin),Air and Airs Leslie Morrison, Alisses Irene Seymour, Aluriel Johns, Mavis Al’Kenzie, Ailsa. Al’Combe. Freda Asquith. Lily Rawson, Doris Sedmau, lona (Dunedin), Ada, Rnwflom, Berenice Grin a-ld i (Dunedin), Bobbie and Nancy Taylor, Messrs B. Bluis, A. Boswell, R. APKenzie, B. Price, Ij. Alarsden, N. Farrant, F. Craighead. AI. King, L. Alanttan, E. Trist and S. Moore. \ JANE, LTD.. 783. COLOMBO STREET. Aladame Jane’s showroom is rich in attractive garments for present wear. Not only is the quality of everything offered unimpeachable, but the value ;s unsurpassed. 'Puke a navy gabardine coat frock, most originally trimmed with steel nail heads—banded low on the figure—a youthful and modmil garment, attractively priced at 9 guineas. For wear with this delectable gown, a choice of chic navy hats, small or large, each carrying its own particular appeal—an appeal enhanced by the price, 425. 1682

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ACss Edna Loader is visiting Wellington. , Miss Sylvia Wilson, la visiting relatives in Wellington. Miss Herriott ia in Wellington for th© Science Congress. Airs H. M’Artney, of Blenheim. :s on a short visit to Christchurch. Aliss Hall-Jones, of Wellington, is on a visit to Christchurch. Miss E. Bowron, Christchurch, is on a visit bo Airs (X S. Bruoe, Timaru. Alrs McKinney, Ohristchurc, is the guest of Mrs George Webster, Timaru Air and Airs Claude Williams have left for a short visit to the North Island. Air and Mrs Walter J. Watson and their little daughter Yvonne, have gone to North Brighton for a week. Airs C. H. Gatehouse and her two daughters. Patricia and Audrey, are leaving for England next month. Air and Airs Anderson and family, Elgin, Ashburton, have taken a house in Timaru for a few weeks. Air and Mra Herbert Hall returned to Timaru yesterday, after an extended tour of England, Europe and America. Professor Chilton and Mrs Chilton have gone to Wellington for the Science Congress. Christchurch visitors to "Wellington during the Science Congress include Dr Coleridge Farr and Miss Farr. A special dance will be held on Monday next at the St Asaph Street Hall under the auspices of the Plain Dance Assembly. Mrs Pitt-Rivers has arrived in Wellington from Australia. Her husband, Captain Pitt-Rivers, is a delegate to the Science Congress. Mrs Frandsen and family have returned to their home in Moorhouse A.venue, after spending a month at New Brighton. Airs Rows© and her youngest sou, Master Leslie Rows©, left on Friday tor a short trip to Temuka. They will be the guests of Air and Airs T. H. A. Trezise. Aliss Bage. Miss Hindmarsli, Miss A. Newman, Miss J. Nowmau and Aliss | Ida Brown, Australian delegates to the j Science Congress, arrived in Wellington by the Ulimaroa on Wednesday. Aliss I. Houisson. assistant-secretary of the Australasian Association for the 1 Advancement of Science, and Aliss L. Hguisson, 8.A., arrived in Wellington on Wednesday. Some of those who left for the Hermitage yesterday morning include Mesd&mes Chapman (2) (Christchurch), Alisses Shand (2) (Tima.ru), Air Mutnm (England), and Air Malcolm Ross (Wellington). Air E. R. Guinnoss went as far ae Glen tanner. On Wednesday afternoon members of the Cheviot Ladies’ Hockey Club paid a surprise visit to Air and Airs Smith r.nd spent a, merry hour over the tea cups. During the afternoon Aliss Flaherty, on behalf of the members, presented Air Smith, who was coach ftu the team last season, and is leaving the district shortly, with a handsome travelling rug fitted with straps. Alias Alatilda E. Lundon, who had been an official of the Post and Telegraph Department for over thirty years, and postmistress at Dominion Road, Auckland, for the past twelve yearSj died on Tuesday after a long illness. Aliss Lundon, who was adaughter of the late Air John Lundon. AI..H.R-. for the Bay of Islands, was. one of th© first four female telephone exchange clerks in Auckamd. appointed by th© Hon E. (now Sir Edwin) Aliteholson a© Postmaster-General, about thirty-two years ago. For many years she was a senior supervisor in the Auckland exchange. A social evening was held on Saturday last at the residence of All's T. S. Davis, 75 Norwich Street, North LinWood, the occasion being the twentyfirst birthday of her son, Arthur. Games and pmsical items and dancing were indulged in. Alusical items were contributed by Mr Hawk, Aliss Elaine Moody, Air Richards, Air Ludlow, Mrs Macintosh, Airs Hodge, Air A. Davis and Air F. Davis. Those present included Air and Airs Fisher, Air and Airs Alurray, Air L. Alurray. Airs Ludlow, Mr H. Ludlow, Air and Airs Parry, Aliss Parry, Air E. Davis, Aliss Thomas, Airs Hawk, Air Hodge, Aliss Hodge, Air R. Ansley, Alisses Olemson, F. Rogers, T. Davis, Nuttall (2), and B. Grey. Xmas specials in Footwear, the latest styles in colours. Just arrived, see the new Fawn three bar strap shoe. The new style strap in Taupe, Fawn, Nigger, and Black Patent and Glace. Buy a pair of these shoes tor Xmaa .Presents. They look and wear well and will save you money. Discount Coupon Tickets given with each pair. Only address: E. Robinson, 129. Manchester Street, first Boot Shop from Clock Tower. , 3999. The Christchurch Plain Dance Assembly held a very enjoyable complimentary dance in honour of their pattens and friends on Wednesday evening. at the St Asaph Oddfellows’ Hull. The ballroom was taxed 1 © its utmost capacity, over 250 being in attendance, dancing to music provided by Air Reg. Woods and his orchestra. Extras were given by Alessrs H. Mason and W. Sfcamllcr. During the etening songs were sung by Air Harrison, and a step dance was given i.y Air Barry. Much interest was manifested in the waltzing competition, which was judged by Alessrs Andrews, I'airbrass, Richards and Simmons, and resulted as follows:—Mr 11. Mason and Aliss Findinv l. Air Goodman and Aliss Bowen 2. Air Fowkcs and partner At the conclusion of the cvc-niii" AH Goodman, on behalf of all present” thanked the Assembly ior providing a very enjoyable entertainment. Air R. 11. Stillwell, responding, said that the large attendance was an indication of the popularity of the Assembly, v hose intention was to continue to hold seiect dances. SUPERFLUOUS HA TR Ladies, why suffer the unsightly disfigurement. of hair on the face and limbs-when one application of Marvel lons removes all trace of hair. A jar will be sent post free on receipt of 5s postal note, for large or 2s fid for small jar to Aliss Maine, Box 654, G.P.0., Christchurch. 4663 100 FACE POWDERS. What a mingled wealth of perfume of choice and lovely flowers would 1 steal across the Square if the window of One Hundred Varieties of Ffice Powders at E. Cameron Smith’s, Cathedral Square were to are its contents strewn in one glorious heap. This window gives ladies an idea of the wide selection in Fate Powder which they ran secure at E. Cameron Smith’s Pharmacy, Royal Exchange Buildings lAlki.

Passengers hv the ferry steamer this morning included Airs and Aliss Rolleston, Aliss Walton, Air and Airs Shand, Air and Airs Hugh Alitehell (Dunedin), Airs Alerrett, Dr and Airs Cogan, Air and Airs Betsou, and Air and A;lrs J. O. Al’ K ay. The Duchess of Hamilton and Lady Lancaster, who arrived in Auckland by the Niagara, were welcomed to the Dominion by two descendants of Arran people, Air Archie Ai’Nicol, of Clevedon, and Air Hector Steele says the “ Waikato Times.” Subsequently a patty consisting of those mentioned motored to Glevedon, where Mr M’Nicol's prize sheep and cattle were inspected with interest. After luncheon the party returned to Auckland via Maugere, On eh mi ga and the Park. The Duchess, having just come from Brisbane, where the grass is in a parched condition, was impressed by the fresh appearance of the. country traversed during the. drive, and expressed the opinion that for residential «>r farming purposes New Zealand was preferable to Queensland. The Duchess hopes at some future date to pay a prolonged visit to Auckland am; the Waikato. Aliss Laura Walken*, the well-known Auckland vocalist, has returned altei spending the last three years at the Melbourne Oanservatorimn of Musi • (states an Auckland exchange). Aliss Walker, who holds a has had it extended to another three yea is on account of the successful use she lias made of her time, receiving great encouragement from Dame Alelba, who has imported a new instructor in operatic work, Air Haig© Jackson, to traiu the advanced students. Aliss Walke** lworking very hard under this tuition. It is the great wish of Dam© Melba to establish, in the near future an Australian grand opera, company in Australia, for Australians, composer! of Australian talent. The Princess Theatre in Burke Street, Alelbourne, has recently been renovated and put in order after many years’ neglect, and opened by the AVard-Fuller combination. Those interested in music are wondering whether this will he the plaeefchat will witness the launching of what will be undoubtedly a. remarkable and historic venture, hut no details are a* yet known of Madame 1 :; intentions. Lady Rachel Sturgis, who before her marriage was known as “ the beautiful Stuart-Worthier girl.” is having her portrait painted by Cyril Roberts, R.8.A., “ For inclusion in that artist’s contribution to the Queen’s doll bouse, designed for the Queen by Sir Edwin Lutyens. The picture will b© painted full size at first, and then will be repainted, by the aid of a powerful magnifying glass, in the microscopic dimensions required. According to a Stockholm message, the celebrated operatic Binge)* Aid me Emmy Dostum, who is touring Scandinavian countries, has refused to sing in Sweden until the Atnlmo Customs authorities release her rat. Aliszinska. Madam© Destinn is a Czeoho-Slovakian by nationality, and after the war desired to change her name to Destinnova. Tn pre-war caf e her presence at the grand season at Covent Garden always meant a crowded audience. She enjoyed great j>opularity with the British public for Ihe purity of hexvoice and the culture of her singing On one occasion n. Berlin Madame Destinn won applause from her mamadmirers hv her courageous appearance in ii den of lions for the purpose, of a kinomatograph film Aladame Destinn appeared in London at the Ozeoliol Slovakian festival of national music in the year following the war.