Branch Meetings

Northern Advocate, 10 November 1934, Page 4

Branch Meetings

Waipu The Waipu Institute held its usual monthly meeting. Mrs J. P. McKay presiding over an attendance of 60 members and friends. Two delegates were appointed to attend the conference and the thrift competitions were discussed. Mrs W. Muller gave a pianoforte solo and Mrs I. McLeod demonstrated wreath-making /in a clear, practical manner. A debate, “The modern girl versus the Victorian girl,” was interesting, the speakers, Mesdames Kay and Sloane for the latter and J. C. McKay and Donaldson for the former, giving well prepared speeches. A ballot by the members resulted in a win for the modern girl. Mrs Otter, a visitor from Auckland, charmed with her delightful singing. The hostesses for the afternoon were Mesdames H. McAulay and Baxter and the Misses M. Langhorn, I. McKay and J. Finlayson. Kohukohu The monthly meeting of the Kohukohu Institute was held in the library on October 25. Mrs Gabolinscy presided over a very fair attendance. The roll-call, “What I like doing best,” brought a ready response. The competition for a crepe paper basket was won by Mrs Wright, Mrs Smith being second and Mrs Bonner third. It was decided to send two delegated to Whangarei on November 30 to attend the Federation meeting. Finality was reached in the arrangements for a Christmas tree for the Kohukohu children on December 7. For the next meeting, to be held on November 22, the roll-call is to be “any useful hints,” and the competition for a thrift article, A flower competition provided by Mrs Stancliffe proved interesting. Mrs Gabolinscy and Mrs Cobbald tied, the latter winning the draw. A series of card parties was arranged. Supper was served and the meeting closed with the singing of the National Anthem. Wainuv-A hipara The monthly meeting of the WainuiAhipara Institute attracted a good attendance of members. Mrs Shirley Masters presided. The roll-call, “What I would do if a burglar got into, the house,” proved most helpful (to the burglar) as most of the members favoured hiding under the blankets until he had gone. The monthly competition, for an ironed serviette, was won by Mrs S. Berghen, while Mrs S. Masters ’ and Misses Z. Masters and Z. Berghen tied for second place. Another competition was won by Mrs A. M. Morice. The roll-call tor next month is to be, “The most articles in a match box,” and the competition, a Christmas gift costing not more than 2/6, The hostesses were Mesdames S. Berghen and M. Masters, and Misses Z. Masters and Z. Berghen, Kamo The monthly meeting of the Kamo Institute was held in the hall on October 31. Mrs Newman presided over a good attendance of members. The meeting opened with the Institute slogan. After the business period, a pianoforte solo by Mrs Geldard was followed by a recitation by Mrs Griffin. A musical competition was won by Mrs Andrews. The roll-call, “Something nice for 'Christmas,” brought forth some useful recipes. The competition for thrift articles resulted in a point each going to Mesdames Grantham, Edge, Campbell, Young, Newman and Miss Grantham. Afternoon tea was served by the hostesses, Mesdames Logan, Griffin and Markwick. Takahiwai Although the demonstration for the day could not be carried out, a very pleasant afternoon was spent at the Takahiwai Institute meeting. Mrs Miller, the president, read an extract entitled “How to Kill an Organisation” which provoked laughter. Handkerchiefs made from salt bags was the competition, won by Mrs Waka Pirihi with Miss Eliza Kepa second. Several handkerchiefs wore sold for the funds. Ways and means of raising funds for working expenses wore discussed, and resolutions to be sent to the Federation meeting were framed.

Taheke Tho Taheke Institute held its monthly meeting at the Taheke Hotel, Mrs P. Maxwell presiding. The roll-call, “Laundry hints and uses of borax," was very instructive. The competition for the three largest hen eggs was won by Mrs A. Barriball, Mrs Wastenholm gaining second and third places. An amusing two-minute competition of dressing a clothes peg was won by Mrs Mould. Several articles of brass and copper work were exhibited. Suggestions were made for a Christmas gift to our English link. A suede calender, decorated with kowhai and a New Zealand verse was decided upon. The branch will be sending a group of six thrift articles to be judged in the Whangarei conference competition. An enjoyable afternoon was terminated by the serving of afternoon tea ay the hostess. Mrs Wastenholm. Whangarei The Whangarei Institute met on the fourth Wednesday in October in the Friendly Societies’ Hall, a large num j her of members being present. A transferred member from Hikurangi was welcomed. Mesdames Miller and Hertzell wex'e voted to represent Whangarei at the next council meeting. After the business session, Mrs Fyfe gave a demonstration of silk art work. A humorous sketch, “The Burglar and the Girl,” caused much merriment, Mrs Marwick taking the part of the burglar and Miss Hartnell the girl. Among the thrift articles, Mrs Boucher’s exhibit was judged, by vote, the best. It was a door mat, consist-* ing of 1350 interlaced pieces of motortube. The rose-bowl, donated by a Whangarei business man for competition among members, was won by Mrs Telfer. After tea’ was served by the hostesses for the day, community singing and the National Anthem concluded a sociable meeting. Farm Bay The Parua Bay Institute demonstration and competition were combined in a literary afternoon, the secretary reading extracts from well known books, either the name of the book or the author counting in the guessing. Mrs Mallabond and Mrs Harty tied. The draw resulted in the latter get ting the prize. The roll-call, “An occupation for a wet day,” brought forth both useful and entertaining ideas, Maunu The monthly meeting of the Maunu Institute was held at Mrs Beaumont’s residence on November 1, Owing to the unavoidable absence of the president, the chair was taken by Mrs McCarroll, vice-president. Arrangements were made to accept Mrs Finch’s kind offer to hold a special meeting in her garden on Friday, November 9. “Not unto ourselves alone” was the motto chosen for this meeting; Each member recited a verse of poetry for the roll-call, and threepenny mystery parcels not only caused amusement but realised a small profit. Tire first competition was a cotton frock not costing more than 7/6 and was won by Miss Carter, with Mrs Higham second and Miss M, Millington third. Mrs Byers took the first and third honours in the Christmas gift competition.' Miss Carter was second. Mrs McCarroll arranged a competition which was won by Mrs A: Matthews after she had drawn with Mrs Going for first place. Community singing was enjoyed before a happy afternoon closed. Tauraroa On Thursday afternoon the Tauraroa Institute held its monthly meeting. Mrs Thomson presided over a very, fair attendance. At the conclusion of the business a sale of articles from the Blind Institute was quite a success. Arrangements for a picnic for the children were made, and. if everything goes as is anticipated, the chil dren should have a most enjoyable day just prior to the Christmas holidays.