SOCIAL WORK

Auckland Star, Volume LXIV, Issue 146, 23 June 1933, Page 9

SOCIAL WORK

Conditions in the city have not improved, states Sister Esther in her monthly report. Want and dissatisfaction seem to abound, although 3| tons of vegetables and apples have been received and distributed. During the month 1332 parcels of food have been given out, an average of 50 per day, and the work of the social helpers id indeed difficult. In response to an appeal by the Presbyterian Social Service Association, they received in May much bedding, boots and clothing. The women's institutes throughout the province have done wonderfully well. The Presbyterian Guilds arc also sending large parcels of ready-made- and beautiful wool garments. Many families, individuals, sick and needy have been made comfortable. As in previous years the Rcmucra School had a "drive" and sent a van load of clothing which was mostly for children, and was much needed. An appeal for furniture for homes that were in need was made, and in addition to helping a number, Sister Esther furnished a two-roomed cottage for an aged couple. Each year since 1916 Messrs. Aickin and Sons have given a truck of coal, which is always delivered free of charge by Messrs. J. J. Craig. The mothers' meeting also continues to be well attended, and 228 were present at the last meeting and a few were turned away; 343 women.have attended one or another of the four meetings. The work among the gifls is quite distinct from any other branch of the work. Despite the lack of employment in almost every home, on Wednesday,evenings the hall echoes to the mirth and laughter of the Girl Covenanters. Sixtyeight is the highest number attended; 6(f the lowest, during the month. Ninetyone girls are already on the roll.