WOMEN’S Institute NEWS

Northern Advocate, 21 November 1936, Page 4 (Supplement)

WOMEN’S Institute NEWS

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Awanui

Mangakahia

The monthly meeting of the Awanui Institute was held on November 12: There was a fair attendance despite inclement weather. Correspondence regarding the annual meeting to be held at Periai on November 28, was discussed.

'! The programme took the form of an Irish afternoon the two preceding months being. English ,ahd Scottish, in, character. Shamrocks, orange flowers and emerald streamers were a feature of the table decorations. Mrs McCarthy gave a short lecturette on “Ireland and the; Irish People,” and the roll-call was “An Irish Joke.” A sales table of goods made by disabled soldiers, and also a table of local produce, realised goodly sums.

- A Christmas party is to be held in -December- for members’ children.

Competition winners were: Potatoes, .Mrs. H. Subritzky; pen-painting, Mrs Subritzky; toilet set, Mrs C. Thompson. ’’ • T > » « «

Takahiwai

The hostesses were Mesdames Anderson, Cowie and D. Richardson.

Poroti

\\ Owing to, a number of members being ill, the attendance at the' October meeting' was only fair. Correspondence was read and dealt with, and-the November programme discussed. The entries for the “Thrift” competition were all excellent. Mrs James was placed first,-Mrs Denton second and ~Mrs Thorpe third. A demonstration in rug making was given by Mrs Denton. * A memory test competition was won by Mrs Blackstock. s The hostess for the afternoon was Mrs Robinson.

At the meeting of the Mangakahia meeting 'on November 12, Mrs Petley gave an interesting description of the Federation meeting at Whahgarei. It was proposed that meetings of the branch start at 1.30 p.m. instead of 2 o’clock. The making of pine-needle baskets was continued druing the social half hour which was Conducted by Mesdames Going, W Wilson and Miss P. Ruddell.

. The .roll call was “Representation of a flower.” In the competition “thrift articles,” Mrs Renner was first, with a cushion, and Miss L. Blake second. In the needle work section ,Mrs Pollock was first with an apron and Mrs Blake second. The hostesses for the afternoon tea were Mesdames Blake, Grantham and Miss D. Ruddell.

Members of the Takahiwai Institute were very ''fortunate *in having the presence of Mrs Carter, Mrs Price, and Miss Holmes, of the Mapgapai Women’s Institute at- their monthly meeting. The president, Mrs Chetham presided. A very timely roll call was “summertime drinks.” ..The members were very interested in a talk by Mrs Carter on “An economical way of curing hides.” Mrs Maki Pirihi demonstrated kit making, after which Mrs Paki; Mrs Friday Pirihi, and Mrs Maki Pirihi, sang a maori song entitled “E Pari Ra.” A beautiful iced Christmas cake made. by . Mrs Coe was on view. The "• 7 maker was J~ heartily thanked.

Moerewa

Opuawhanga

Parua Ba/y

Pipiwai

Ruatangata

The monthly meeting of the Moerewa Women’s Institute was held in the old hall on November 16. Mrs Cotterill presided over a record attendance of members. The motto giyen was “Better is little with the fear off the Lord, than great treasure and trouble without it.” Each member failing to bring a novelty article was fined sixpence towards bazaar funds.

Prizes were won as follows: — Prettiest novelty art tele, Mrs Tubbs 1, handerchief sachet in satin, Miss Kelly 2 frilled organdie handerchief sachet. Article made with waste material; Mrs Cotterill 1 childs frock, Mrs Crooks 2 little boy’s trousers. Mrs Sommerville won the points prize for the roll call competition for the last period, being the first to gain twelve points. A record number of entries were received and all were donated to the forthcoming bazaar. The forming of a group was discussed, and final arrangements for the fifth birthday on November 18 were made.

The October meeting was held in Mrs Whatmough’s house. Mrs Whatnfough, as president, presided over a very poor attendance. The roll-call was “My Favourite Quotation,” and the competition was the best results from “four ounces of flour.” Mrs Whatmough and Mrs Graham Whatmough tied for first place, so it was decided not to vote for a second place as there-were so few entries. An interesting and instructive demonstration of hem-Stitching, button-holing, and pjnking was given by a sewing machine agent, Mrs Whatmough provided a dainty afternoon tea.

The Women’s Institute held its monthly meeting in the 'Parua Bay Hall. The attendance was only moderate. An apology was received from the president who was unable to attend. Mrs Crisp presided. The Ambulance Association acknowledged the sum of £8 4/6 realised from the Parua Bay Women’s Institute dance. Mrs Mcßae kindly demonstrated hair pin work. The competition for the month, “A Bouquet,” was won by Mrs Halke. The roll call ‘Can Anyone Tell Me,” was interesting and varied. For naming birds Mrs Squires 1 ' had most correct answers. Miss Ross was the lucky winner of a door-mat made by the Blind Institute. The hostesses for the afternoon were Mrs Williams and Miss Ross.

The first birthday of the Pipiwai Maori Women’s Institute was held in the school on October 17. There were over thirty present. A feature of the lunch was two birthday cakes iced and decorated, the work of Maori members, Mrs Jack Henry and Mrs Ben Armstrong. Mrs Gumpsty, the president, said how pleased the officers were to find the members so interested and keen on the work being done, especially for the bazaar. Mrs Harriet Shortland, the vice-president spoke in Maori on “Why I Joined The Institute. This was followed by a programme of items and games arranged by the latter. A competition was won by Janie Waa. There was discussion about the bazaar which it is proposed to hold on November 27, as a sale of work in the afternoon, followed by a dance in the hall at n|ght. Members meet every Wednesday afternoon preparing for this, and macrame belts, taniko headbands, and reedloom baskets besides: many other things are in the making. Mrs Gumpsty offered to donate a prize for the most Maori work done for the bazaar, and Miss Wilson is to give one for the member who does most for the bazaar. There is to be. a baby show for Maori children--one class for the best baby up to one year old, and the second class for the most suitably dressed child from one year to five years old. Members worked at bazaar articles for an hour, then the meeting closed as usual with the singing of the National

j Helena Bay

The October meting of the Ruatangata Women’s Institute was held in the hall on October 29. Mrs McDiarmid presided over a large attendance. The roll-call, “Six articles I would take if wrecked on a desert island,” caused a lot of merriment, some of the answers being both original and humorous. A delightful demonstration of art. silk painting was given by Miss Rushbrook, and was very much appreciated by the members. The competition. “Something made by husband or brother,” was won by Mrs Coward, with a beautifully carved stool. Mrs Lusk read a delightful fairy tale, which none were too old to enjoy. A very jolly afternoon was brought to a close with afternoon tea. The hostesses were Mrs Whimp and Misses Lusk and Yates.

| The Helena Bay Institute must be | congratulated upon the great success which crowned the local entries exhibited at the district flower vegetable and cooking show held at Hikurangi

The local members were deeply interested in the judging, and the opening speech by Mrs Reed president of the Whangarei Institute.' The prize winners from Helena Bay were: —

Mrs L. Webb, first for B and W scones in the Winson’s baking powder •contest; Mrs Anderson, first, decorative table; Mrs N. Hay, first, shoulder spray; Mrs Derek, second, miniature garden; Mrs Connell, second decorated bowl, gladioli .and posy; Miss Hilary Durrant, first shortbread; Mrs Anderson, first, pair of button holes; Helena Bay Institute, first for collection of vegetables; Mr and Mrs Le Clerc, first, lettuce and potatoes. For such a large proportion of the prizes to go to such a small district, is a commendable result for Helena Bay Institute, showing that it must be approaching 100 per cent membership goal, and that zeal is not lacking.

At the Hikurangi exhibition deep interest was also, taken in some swan puff pastry shown by the Marua Institute. .

Proposed Moerewa Group

At a recent meeting of the Women’s Institute in Russell correspondence received from the Moerewa Institute in reference to the formation of a group, comprising Moerewa and the surrounding district Institutes was dealt with. Members expressed satisfaction with the proposals, and decided to leave all arrangements in the hands of the Moerewa Institute, the oldest established in the proposed group. All sorts of commodities are being received and the ladies are busy fashioning many and wonderful articles for the forthcoming Moerewa bazaar, which should only need fine weather to ensure its success. .

Maunu

Oruru-Peria

The Maunu Institute’s monthly meeting was held in the hall on Thursday November 12. Owing to the absence through illness, of Mrs Wilson, the large attendance was presided over by Mrs H. Hawken, vicepresident. The points competition for a Christmas gift not to cost more than 2/6 was won by Mrs H. Hawken. Miss barter was second, and Mrs Snell third. The chief attraction of the afternoon was the debate between Titoki and Maunu. The subject was “Are women becoming too masculine in dress and sports and mannerisms?” Titoki chose the affirmative, and won by a small margin. This evens matters between the two Institute teams, as in the previous debate Maunu won by one point. Miss Wrigley, of Whangarei was judge. Afternoon tea was served, after which there was an amusing roll call — “The definition of a snob.” Mrs Dorehill, group convenor, announced that the group meeting would be held in Maunu hall on November 26. The hostesses were Mrs Goodwin, Mrs Millington and Miss Millington, j

Owing to rain and floods the OruruPeria Institute meeting was postponed until Novemtaerll, Mrs Barriball presided over a good attendance. The motto for the day was “Grievances and babies grow with nursing.” After the usual business had been attended to, Mrs Hilford presented Miss Bird, who is leaving the district, with a bouquet. Mrs Barriball then presented Miss Bird with a parting gift from the Institute, also presents from the members, Mies Bird responding. Points for the usual competitions were awarded as follows: —

Seniors. A thrift article: Mrs Forsyth 1, Mrs Walmsley 2; Gems. Mrs Walmsley 2. juniors. Gems: Miss Barriball 1. The roll call “Hints for a programme,” evoked some very good ideas.