HITHER AND THITHER

Wanganui Chronicle, Volume 79, Issue 306, 28 December 1936, Page 2

HITHER AND THITHER

Palais de Danse. The Druids’ Hall, with its bright decorations was thronged with dancers on Boxing Night, at the special holiday dance arranged by the management of the Palais de Danse. Waal with an excellent programme or dances and the MonteCanos, for which special prizes were awarded, there was enjoyment for all. Every provision was made for the pleasure and comfort of the large number oi patrons. Hampers were awarded to the winners of the first Monte Carlo, the lucky couples being Miss Jackson and Mr Smith, Miss Eva and Mr B. Ribbins, Miss Hartley and Mrs Stoneman, Miss Greeniess and Mr Linssen, Miss Watson and Mr R. Olwin. The winners of the second Monte Carlo were Miss Jackson and Mr Robson, Miss Clarke and Mr Sheehan, Mr and Mrs Grace (Wellington), Miss Jenkinson and Mr Scott, Messrs Simmons and Stains. Weldon’s Ladies’ Journel. An excellent magazine section in the December number of Weidon’s Eadies Journal, contains a complete snort story, “Achievement,’’ by Kitty Dessells, and a novel by Dorothy Black, entitled “Strange cover,” also the conclusion of “x-’assionate Interlude, ’ by Anne Duffield. Special features are the true love romances by Marjorie Bowen, an article by the Rev. E. N. Porter Goff, new series by Neil St. John Montague, and “The i’ouch of Time.” A lull page picture, in colours, of begonias, is given, witn instructions for framing with Passe Partout. How to make a toy elephant, flower buttonholes, ana various other articles will be lound in the home and homecraft section. The enclosed portfolio of fashions include ail the last-minute styles from London, screen and studio fashions, styles for all ages and all occasions, ana simple undies. The free patterns are a slimfitting coat with pointed back yoke, fur collar and revers, a day frock and a charming lace evening frocK I with draped neckline. “Good Housekeeping.” For holiday reaaing, there are in “Good Housekeeping, lor October, several line stories by weli-knowa authors, including Elizabeth Goudge, Florence A. Kilpatrick, Catherine Foss Allen, T. u. Beachcroft, ana serials by A. J. Cronin ana Mary Roberts Rinehart, 'inure are articles and other reading matter of an interesting nature. Margaret Steen, in a provocative article, "ihe Menu for Madame,” urges women to cultivate their palates and discover the joys Oz. the table, in another article, “Miss ishbel MacDonald Turns Country Innkeeper,’ exclusive photograpns show the surroundings In wnicn Miss MacDonald has taKen up her new career. The young housewife, who lias yet to learn how to choose joints at the butchers, will appreciate tne article—illustrated witn diagrams—- “ What Do You Know About Meat,” by Rachel Margaret rtyan. E. Euwards tells you what to do with quinces and gives some new recipes for their fruit, and there are several pages devoted to “Old English Country Cookery,” giving many famous old Cumberland recipes and special delicacies. Other articles include “Planning a Garden,’’ by George E. Whitehead, F.R.H.S., “Eaucation by Wireless,” by Joyce Westwood, “The Conquest of Space oy the Aid of Electricity,” “A Story for Dog Lovers,” by Ethel Smyth, “Male Appeal,” by St. John Ervine, and Helen Normanton, gives a monthly commentary on People and Events. Those who are contemplating acquiring a small house will appreciate the practical advice given by the Director of Housing, while the articles on “Lighting to Preserve Eyesight,” and “Table Decoration,” will appeal to the thoughtful home-maker. The latest books are reviewed, and the trend of new season’s fashions reported on by Elizabeth Wray, also outstanding features of the new millinery are shown. There are pages devoted to beauty culture, health, etc., and instructions given for making a simple cardigan-jumper, stitched in colour. “A Forecast of Motoring Fashions,” by Gillian Maud will interest motorists. All the usual features and the children's section are well maintained. These publications are from Gordon and Gotch, Ltd., per favour of S. T. Pritchard, bookseller, Wanganui.