Women Folk

Star (Christchurch), Issue 16986, 9 March 1923, Page 10

Women Folk

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* 4 Stella ” will be glad to receive a {2 items of interest and value to m Women for publication or refer- a j§ cnee iri this column. m

Mrs Cowie Xiclimis and Mrs Kali White arrived from Alaheno last night. Mr and Mrs T. J. Therm an arrived from Wellington this morning. Mrs A. H. Ha.v will return to Timaru to- <lay. Mr ami Mrs C. Barrel! came up from Invercargill yesterday. Dr and Mrs M. Erickson, of Adelaide, arrived from the Const last night. Miss Dorothy Sandston is visting Dunedin. Miss Dorothy Diamond leaves early next week on a visit to the North Is land. Mrs Bernard Wood has returned from a visit to her mother. Lady Ward, at Heretaunga. Dr and Mrs Par fees.' of Auckland, have returned from a short visit \o Geraldine. Mr and Mrs F. M. Bostock and ,MLs ('onman, of Stafford, England, who have been staying at Warner’s, have left for the south. Mr and Mrs W. S. Brannum. Miss Helen Brannum and Mr J. Hanford, of Chicago, came over from the Coast last night. Passengers by 3-esterdav morning’s ear for Monnt Cook were Misses M’{Cellar (Oaniarn.), Mrs Kerala ke. Misses Jones, Macdonald and Heid (England). The engagement is announced of Noeline Alice (Lena), eldest daughter of Mr and Mrs R. P. Cornelius, Lincoln Hoad. Spreydou, to Arthur Harold, eldest son ol Mr R- G. T. Wood. Happy Valley. Halswell. On the eve of their departure to Wellington owing to the transfer of Mi - D. Gwyn Williams, representatives of the vestry and Ladies’ Guild met at Mrs Lutfcreli’s (president of the Ladies’ Guild) t-> farewell Mr and Mrs Williams. Eulogistic reference was made of the valuable help rendered by Mr Y\ illiame as vestryman and member of the Church Building Committee, and it Mrs \\ illianvs services in the choir and at social functions. A presentation of a china tea service was made to .Mrs Williams by the vicar (the Rev E. H. Shore), who expressed the regret of all church workers at the loss to the district bv their removal. Mr Williams responded, and expressed thanks for the kindness extended to ■hem during their residence in RiccarOn Thursday a very enjoyable evening was spent, at the residence of Miss I»»aii Johnston afc “ Alanston." Linwood, in honour of Miss Thelma Williams, Timaru, who has been visiting triends in Christchurch. Music for dancing was supplied by Misses Thelma Williams and Lila Eldridge. while songs were contributed by Messrs Frank Jack and Reg. Crocker. Miss Johnston wore shrimp pink radium lace over satin, while Miss Williams chose coral pink satin. Amongst the many present were : —Mrs A. Johnston, (Mr and Mrs H. ]}, Johnston, Misses T. 'Williams. 1. Johfieton, L. Brown. G. Drury, L. Palmer-Smith, B. Worsfold. J. Slocum be, L. Younger. B. Willis, L. Eld ridge and C. Cusack, Messrs E. S. Johnston, K. C. Johnston, R. D. Cargill, G Lye, J. Lee, A. Robertson, R. Sheriffs, F. Jack, K. Alexander, A. Eilrl and P. Crocker. The following kindly message from the Queen forms part of the interesting matter contained in a neat little magazine entitled “ The Woman Journalist ” : “The Queen learns with much interest that in January, 1923, the Society of Women Journalists will issue the first number of their new magazine, •The Woman Journalist.’ Her Majesty understands that, the main object ot the publication will be to form a link between women writers throughout the Empire. The Queen sincerely hope* tiiat the magazine will. have a happy and prosperous career.” In the same number is an interview with Sir John Le Sage, editor of the “ Daily Telegraph-” which paper, it is stated, was a pioneer in the recognition of the value of women’s work tor the daily Press. • One of the notable things in my lifetime." said Sir John, “is the entry of women into journalism, and the prominent part they are taking alike as reporters and general writers, as well as contributors upon general subjects. 1 am sure that they will go very much further than they have at present, and that their contribution will, with the advance of women in the professions and the political sphere, he of great service in the. discussion of Imperial and international affairs. But where I see the greatest scope for their work is in relation to the domestic interests which mean so much to the home life of the l»eople in all those great movements that are tending to social progress, education, the care of the sick and infirm and the well-being of the children. The influence of women will tend. I. hope and believe, to make'journalism a. still more valuable force for real progress. They can do much to counteract in some quarters the tendency to over-exaggeration and over-em-phasis of trivial and passing little foibles. These do not represent the highest standard of journalism. But it is to the best advantage of the country that the Press should be maintained upon a high level and the finer instincts of women, should be directed to this end/’ JANE LTD., 733 COLOMBO STREET The selection of your winter outfit justifies care and comparision—Madame Jane is displaying many models of elegance and value in coats .suits, hats, and gowns, and you will be well-advis-ed and amply repaid for the time spent in her showrooms. There fashion’s latest, in infinite variety is displayed with infinite courtesy and patience. Particularly attractive are the new coats and suits styles, materials and < ut suggest quality, cosiness and comfort. 3031

Mr.« Mulcock. of Sumner, is visiting Wellington. Mrs Renwick.. Cashmere Hills, has returned froui a visit to Wellington. Miss Bet tv Mislop, Wellington, is visiting Mrs Charles Cooper. Brown’s Road. Miss T. Llovd. who was the guest of Mrs J. Brown. St. Martins, returned to Geraldine on Tuesday. Mr and Mrs T. AY. Johnson. Hardwick© Street. Stunner, arc spending a fortnight at •“ The Lodge,” Hanmer. Mrs Guthrie, who was with Mrs A. Grant, “ Aigantighe,” Timaru, return ed to Christchurch on Wednesday. Miss Xanear row left yesterday for Dunedin, after a short visit to Mrs E. Howden. Park Lane. Tiinaru. The Misses Turnbull, Settori Street, Timaru. are staying with friends in Christchurch. Airs George Hart. AYai-iti Rond, and Miss Pringle. ‘ Rosebrook.” Timaru, left on Wednesday for HanmerMr and Mrs J. F. Sutherland celebrated their silver wedding vesterdav at “The Bungalow.” Victoria Street. Riangiora. Great interest is beiug taken by the ladies of Pnpanui Methodist Church in the garden party and sale of work to be held to-morrow afternoon, at the residence of Air AY. H. Marshall, 17. Glandovey Read. Fendnltop. There will be various stalls, competitions and games. The weather being favourable, there should he a good attendance. A concert party visited, the Seamen’s Institute under the Christchurch Guild, with Mesdames Thompson and .Webb, in lieu of Airs Blunt, and gave a. most, enjoyable programme. Items were given by Alesdames River and Dunn, Alisses Secretan and Flint (violin), Rev Cnrnord. Messrs Heattev, Turner. Partridge, Stevens, M’Leod, Thomson (Retrieve), violin solo. Thompson (Port Caroline). The autumn exhibition of the Paris’ Salon must have been grotesque in the extreme. A Melbourne art student, writing to a friend, declared-it was the worst exhibition she had ever seen, in spite of the fact that many competent judges called it “saner than usual.” The pictures bore little or no resemblance to anything human as far as the ordinary “lay visitor” could see: they merely portrayed formless masses or strangely disproportioned figures, which lurked in odd corners of the canMrs J. J. Collins gave a delightful bridge party at her home in Avonside yesterday afternoon, as a farewell to Mrs A. Appleby, who is leaving shortly for England. Amongst the guests were Mrs Appleby, Airs IX H. Miller, Airs J. G. Collins. Mrs Alichae] Campbell, Airs M. Owen, Airs Graham. Mrs AY. M. Tyers, Miss Or hell. Airs Garbutt. Aliss Cuthbert, Airs G. E. Richardson, Mrs J. R. Evans, Airs Drummond Bailey. Mrs M’Bride, Airs A. E. Flower, Airs George Alerton, Airs Al’Credie and Airs Steele.

Dixieland was as usual a centre of attraction on Wednesday night, on the occasion of the bi-weekly dance. The function took the form of a carnival night, and the novelties introduced added considerable amusement and colour to the usual attractions of Dixieland. Sutherland’s .Jazz Band delighted the dancers with spirited music, and the various novelty dances were a great success. The balloon showers.

which arc a feature of the Dixieland dances, are mett popular. After the theatre many of the patrons and members of the J. C. Williamson Company were present. That they may have a day off once a week, young mothers of Montclir, New Jersey, are considering the plan of a co-operative “baby-minding” club, by means of which they will know that, while they are gone, their babies arc safe in the hands of another member who is also a. mother. Mr Benjamin A. Andrews, professor of home suggests a. scheme whereby no mother would mind another’s children more than one dav a. week. In return she would have her children cared for by another member while she spent the day shopping or going to the theatre. The women show genuine interest- in the professor's scheme. A child who is usually difficult over . his breakfast will often eat and enjoy his food if his eye is pleased and his interest stirred by some attractive variation in the way of serving it. Porridge eaten from a gaily-patterned bowl will, for instance, have a piquancy altogether lacking when it is presented in a plain white basin ; golden syrup instead of sugar may provide the change of accompaniment necessary to make him attack the too familiar dish witli appetite, or some pretty and novel table decoration may serve to arouse interest in the morning meal. One more indication of fashion to come is the revival of dark blue—which has temporarily been under a cloud of raisin-colour, tortoise-shell, and all the greys. Dark blue velvet is actually used for evening dresses, which, as it is rather heavy, is some indication of the welcome which the colour is receiving. Dresses of dark blue ninon with very full skirts, amply tucked, can be seen, and the dark blue suit in crepe znarocain. in moire, and even in fine serge, sometimes lined with red. is putting in an appearance in a significant Friends of the Misses Frances and Helen Hamerfcon, who left Christchurch early last month to continue their studies at the Melbourne Co riser vatoriurn of Muaic, will be interested to learn that Miss Helen Hamerton has at once achieved a marked| success by winning a violin scholarship offered by the Conservator turn. The test was a severe one, us she was required to play in the Melba Hall before the principal (Professor Laver), Air Ivanoff, the well-known violinist, and four other judges. Other candidates for the scholarship were also present. Aliss Helen received the congratulations of the principal on the completion of her performance, which included “ Meditation” (from “Thais”), a Beethoven Sonata, and “ Prpeludimn and Allegro ” (Pugnani - 3Crei c Jer>. Arrangements have been made for her to pursue her , violin studies with Mr Ivanoff, and i her piano work with. Air Bois. Migs ■ Frances Hamerton is studying with Air Haigh Jackson, an artist who, at Dam© Nellie Melba’s request, joined the staff of the Conservatoriuiu &6me» time ago. Mrs -fcLamerton. and her daughters have: settled down in a very comfortable flat in Georg© Street, and are

visited the home of All's Talbot, where n very enjoyable evening was spent by contributed bv Aliss I>. Campbell. Y. Barrow and \Y. Southerwood. Those present included --Misses H. Leiuoine, V. Campbell, Nina Smith, A. Power, AY. Souther wood. V. Barrow, Ivv Harris. D. Kcomer. M. Ludlow and V. Talbot. Messrs T. Southorwood. Len Terrol, G. Heaicv. (i. Southerwood, N. Ashworth and L. Gibbs. .