WOMEN'S INSTITUTES.

Auckland Star, Volume LXII, Issue 118, 21 May 1931, Page 13

WOMEN'S INSTITUTES.

HAPPY VALLEY. A meeting of the Happy Valley Women's Institute was held recently at Mrs. Bindon's residence. The roll-call was an expression of opinion on the present system of education. The concensus of opinion was in favour of centralised schools. A demonstration of bandaging was given by Mrs. D. Maxwell, of Ivydale. The monthly competition was arranged by Miss Donelley, and won by Mrs. Brownlee. The hostesses were Mre. Bindon and Miss Wooster. OKAIHAU. The Okaihau Institute held its monthly meeting last Tuesday, when a fair number of members attended. A child's garment made from an old pair of stockings was shown and was much admired, also other novelties costing less than 6d. The hostesses for the afternoon were Mesdames Graham, Skelley, Blundell and Miss Enid Gregory. A pianoforte eolo, songs and competitions were much enjoyed by the company. The institute is planning to raise funds for the local hall. OMAHA AND PAKIRI. A meeting of the Women's Institute was held in the Leigh Hall on May 13, when Mrs. G. B. White was in the chair. Meedamee E. and J. Wyatt gave a pianofcrte duet, Mesdames D. A. Matheeon and Woodcock contributed a vocal duet, and Mr. A. Morris gave an address on "Diet." It was proposed that the institute join the County Federation. Afternoon tea was dispensed by the hostesses, Mesdames Evans, Joyner, H. Torkington, and E. Wyatt. Mre. Bathgate was in charge of the etall. There was also a stall of basketware, to be sold for the Institute of the Blind.

HIKURANGI. The meeting of the Hikurangi Women's Institute was held in the parish hall on Wednesday afternoon, when Mrs. Dale presided. The visitors and three new members were welcomed, and a letter was read from their Excellencies, Lord and Lady Bledisloe, thank\n<r the institute for their message of welcome to the Northland. The business of the afternoon was quickly disposed of and a lecture on home nursing, with accompanying demonstrations, was given by Mrs. Allen, of Whangarei. It was bbth interesting and instructive, and a hearty vote of thanks was accorded by the members. A "Bring and Buy" stall was well supported and a small competition was held, Mrs. G. Smith being the winner. Afternoon tea was served by the hostesses, Mesdames Wilson, Steele and McCord, this bringing an enjoyable afternoon to a close. The next meeting, which falls on the anniversary, will take the form of a social evening.

TAUHOA. The monthly meeting of tlie Tauhoa Women's Institute was held in the hall on Wednesday, the president, Mrs. Parr, occupying the chair. Members from the Tort Albert Institute visited the meeting, and the president of the Port Albert Institute, Mrs. Smith, gave an interestin"- lecture on "How to Raise Seeds Successfully." Mrs. E. Becrofe, of Port Albert, had a pair of beautifully made moccasins on exhibition, and explained how they were- made. Songs, which were much appreciated, were supplied by Mrs. F. Keid, and Miss Tratford, Port Albert, and Mrs. L. Smith, Tauhoa. The accompanists were Miss D. Becroft, Mr. Trafford, Port Albert, and Miss Peterson, Tauhoa, who also gave several pianoforte solos. A competition call "All Fishes" added to the enjoyment of the afternoon. A dainty afternoon tea was served by the hostesses of the afternoon, Mrs. Eves and Miss E. Poynter.

PAPAMOA. Mrs. Morton presided over a good attendance of members of the Papamoa Institute, which was held last Wednesday at Mrs. Lee's residence. The roll call, "Original Verses to a Popular Air," revealed the fact that there was quite a lot of talent among the members. It was decided to send a collection of articles to the Whakatane Show to raise funds. Mrs. R. McNaugh ton's demonstration on glove-making created great interest. Jlre. Perkins gave an illustration on art programme making, which was much admired. Mrs. Preston, who is leaving the district, was the recipient of a present. It was given by the president with good wishes, which were also extended to Mrs. C. McNaughton on her daughter's approaching marriage. Resignations from Mesdames Price and McPike were received with regret. The bring and buy etall did good business. During tea a few musical items were given, and the hostesses were Mrs. Evans

and Mrs. W. Dixon

RAGLAN,

The Raglan Women's Institute held its first birthday party in the Town Hall on May 13, when the inetitute choir, under the able leadership of Mrs. J. M. Thompson, made its first appearance in two numbers. Solos were rendered by Mrs. Glover and Mies Gilmour, and a duet by Mrs. and Miss Johns. Extras for the dancing were played by Mesdames Galvan, Robinson, Thompson and Hird. A Monte Carlo dance was won by Mr. Moon and Mrs. Hird. The birthday cake bore one candle, which wae lighted by the president, Mrs. A. L. Pegler, who then made a short speech before she cut the cake. Dr. Sanders paid a compliment to the women's institute and wished it every success. The monthly meeting was held on May 15, when the hostesses were Mesdames Gilmour, Fowler, Beach, Jackeon and V. E. Pegler. Dr. Sanders gave the first of a series of 12 lectures on first aid, Mrs. Johns a demonstration on cake icing, and duets were sung by Mre. Jackson and Mrs. Cowley, and by Misees Geri mann and Hunter.