Women’s Institutes

Manawatu Times, Volume 64, Issue 296, 15 December 1939, Page 2

Women’s Institutes

POHANGINA The December meeting was held on Wednesday, Mrs. J. Mour presiding over a very fair attendance. A letter of thanks was received from Mrs. Paul in reply to the congratulatory message sent to her on the occasion of the birth of a son. A letter was also read from Miss Hazel Johnson of Massey College expressing her willingness to lecture at tho February meeting. It was decided not to enter for the womens’ institutes competitions at tho Feilding Show. It was agreed to send a letter of sympathy to Miss Maude Klink who has been ill in Northcote Hospital. Tho combined wonmens’ institute Christmas treat and school prize giving was field on Wednesday, December 13, tfie catering for same being supplied by tfie members. Mrs. Tews, senior, very kindly supplied the sweets for the children. Mr. Adams generously offered a ham towards the Christmac treat and it was decided to use it for competition, a letter of thanks being sent to him. Money boxes wctc to bo presented to the institute babies. A paper ‘‘Best Food for tho Baby” was read and listened to with keen interest. Afternoon tea was served after which Mrs. Linda Bennett gave a talk on “Peace” which was followed with keen attention giving much room for thought. Mrs. J. Moar returned thanks on behalf of the institute. The competitions which w«re judged by Mesdames Stevens and Bennett resulted:— Fruit loaf, Mrs. J. Moar ,1, Miss Sinclair 2; vase of flowers, Miss Sinclair 1, Mrs. Drummond 2, Mrs. J. Moar 3. Members were advised that tho January meeting would not be held. KIMBOLTON At the November meeting, Mrs. Barnicoat presided over a good attendance of members and visitors. One new member, Mrs. Guthrie, was wel- 1 corned. The president extended a welcome home to the secretary, Mrs. Ritchie, on her return from her holiday, and also expressed regret at the impending departure of Mrs. Weor, who is leaving the district, conveying the best wishes of members for future happiness in her new home. Plans for the Christmas party wero discussed and finalised, the date decided on being December 20. The main feature of the afternoon was a talk by Miss Hazel Johnson on food conservation and balanced food menus, which proved of much interest to all. On the motion of Mrs. W. Clapham, a hearty vote of thanks was accorded Miss Johnson. Winners of competitions were:—Jug of flowers, Mrs. Youle I, Mrs. Jensen 2, Mrs. Harris 3; Collection of blue flowers, Mrs. Jones 1, Mrs. Youle 2. Competition for December, table vase (not more than nine inches high). KAIRANGA The extract from King George V. Jubilee speech, provided the motto for December, “Be ready and proud to give to your country tho services of your work, your mind and your heart.” Mrs. McClelland, who presided, extended a welcome to all present also announced apologies for Mesdames C. Turner, O. Collis, Mallett, Green and H. Turner. Congratulations were again extended to Mrs. L. Clark, this time for her success at the Newbury Flower Show. The treasurer, Miss J. Kilgour, presented the balance sheet for the flower show, which showed a satisfactory credit. An appropriate roll call in view of the warmer weather was summer drinks. A meeting of the committee prior to the general meeting arranged the following programme for February. Seniors, summer dessert: juniors, worked apron. Roll call, “Laugh of the Month.” Hostesses, Mesdames Green, Greatorex, Hall and Hughes. The institute picnic was discussed and it was hoped if permission is obtained, to visit the Glaxo factory and the Manawatu Knitting mill towards the end of February. The lecturers for the afternoon was Miss Johnson of Massey College who gave a very interesting discourse on general nutrition and food conservation, illustrating by photographs. She also defined the work which women could do to help keep up the morale in the present world situation. Competitions judged by Miss Johnson resulted: —Seniors, coffee sponge, Mrs. Kilgour 1, Mrs. R. Mitchell 2, Mrs. McClelland 3; juniors, table centre, Miss E. Burmiester 1, Miss J. Kilgour 2; decorated table vase, Miss F. Eglinton 1, Mrs. Kilgour 2, Mrs. Mitchell 3. Hostesses were Mesdames Archer, Davey and Divehall. PAREWANUI The December meeting was held at “Apa House” on Thursday, Mrs. Whitehead presiding. The motto, “Compliments are like perfume, to be inhaled, but not swallowed,” was given by Mrs. Homes. Competitions resulted: Christmas novelty, Mrs. Osborne 1, Mrs. Anderson and Miss Osborne equal 2, Mrs. Watkins 3; best bloom, Mrs. Anderson; rolling shilling, Mrs. Homes. The demonstration for February will be wreath making and the competition a jar of jelly. On Friday evening “Apa House” presented a gay appearance when the annual Christmas tree and party was held. The Parewanui schoolchildren, under the capable leadership of their teacher, Mr. Abraham, entertained their parents and friends with a concert programme. The president thanked Mr. and Mrs. Abraham for their work in training the children so successfully. Father Christmas was then < welcomed and proceeded with merry jest to distribute gifts to the children of the district. The Rev. Barnet, in appreciation of a gift he had received from the children, spoke a few words. Supper followed by the National An them, brought a very successful evening to a close. MILSON The Milson Hall was gaily decorated for the December meeting. There was a good attendance and a warm welcome was extended to all members and visitors by the president (Mrs. Murphy). Apologies for absence were received from Mesdames Jenkins and Brace. One new member was enrolled, Mrs. Parlano, and a welcome was given her. The conveners of the circles gave their reports and the arts and crafts circle will not

hold their meeting this month, but will meet as usual in February. Mrs. Johnston gave the monthly report on hospital visiting. Mesdames Graham and Brookfield were appointed visitors until February, a vote of thanks being passed to these members. Mrs. Gore read a letter from our link in the Isle of Wight. The winners of tho competitions were:—Best bloom, clusters, Mrs. Brookfield 1, Mrs. Honour 2, Mrs. Graham 3, single Mrs. Cutten 1, Mrs. Graham 2, Mrs. Brookfield 3; organdie throwover, Mrs. Carne. The February meeting competitions will be best bloom (this will be the last competition for this class when the points for the prize will be added and the winner for the year will be announced, three gladious and a decorated saucer for novices only (only flowers must be used). During the afternoon items were given by Miss Scott (elocutionary), Misses Diedericli and Scott and Mrs. Bingham (solos), all items being well received. An inter, esting travel talk was given by Mrs. Dymock on her recent tour abroad. Members have looked forward to the talk by Mrs. Dymock and her visit to the A.C.W.W. Conference was also followed with great interest. Mrs. Dymock also visited the Isle of Wight and was entertained by Milson link members there. A hearty vote of thanks was passed to the speaker and members are looking forward to another talk from Mrs. Dymock at a later date. During afternoon tea a beautiful Christmas cake (made and iced by Miss Prentice) was cut and handed round. The next meeting of the institute will be held in February, and the hostesses will be notified at a later date for that meet-