WOMEN’S Institute NEWS

Northern Advocate, 19 June 1937, Page 9

WOMEN’S Institute NEWS

Kara

The monthly meeting of the Kara Women’s Institute was held in the hall on June 17. Mrs Cqurtney presided. On account of the weather there was only a small attendance. After “Comrades and Friends” had been sung the Aspirations were read. No competitions were held this month. Instead each member displayed her work for the show. The roil call, “Giving the meaning of your Christian name,” proved rather amusing, and the motto was. “As we can’t get everything we like, let us like we get.” The hostesses were Misses S. McKinley, R. Attwood and N. Courtney/ The meeting closed with the National Antnem.

Kawakatm

At the monthly meeting of the Taumarere branch of the Women’s Institute, the main theme of discussion was the beautifying of the church, and a report of inquiries made ; with regard to the claim that the building is older than the Russell Church. Mrs MacMullen read letters she had received from old identities, which bear out the claim. Mr W.’ E. Bedggood, of Waimate North, wrote at considerable and interesting length, quoting from “The Life of H. Williams.” The information all points to the certainty that part of the Taumarere Church, at least, is of the original building at Paihia, which H. Williams declared to be the first Church built in New Zealand. It was decided to fence off a portion of the grounds, to be plant*! later with native trees and shrubs,,the remaining portion, to be let for grazing in return for the care and upkeep o| the fences. • '

'The competition for the month, the best hand-made buttonhole, was won by Mrs Boswell, with Mrs E. Doel second. • ■ . •

Omrahi

Thp Onerahi Women’s Institute held its monthly meeting on June 2 with a full attendance of all members. A grateful letter yas read from the Blind Institute, thanking the institute for donations; Mrs . Hodgson, president, thanked all members for making the bazaar • a success. A vote of thanks was accorded Mrs W. Beasley for sewing of knitted squares, Mrs McLean for making silk cover, and to Mrs Hodgson for dressing of doll; It was decided to donate £1 to hockey, football, tennis; £3 to school; £1 to King George Memorial Fund; and £1 10/.to Whangarei District Federation. V Mrs Dyer gave an interesting talk on her recent trip to England, which was very much enjoyed. A very nice afternoon tea was provided, the hostesses being Mesdames Drake, Scholey and Hodgson and Miss D. Riddle.

Titoki

An enthusiastic meeting was held in the Titoki hall on June 3, Mrs Pearson presiding over a large attendance of members.

The treasurer’s report on the recent dance revealed *a pleasing credit, which will greatly augment Institute funds. The president thanked all those who helped so willingly to make the dance such a success. August was set aside for the international, month.:

The programme for Jhe afternoon proved very instructive, chatty and sociable. Miss Hawken’s genial personality added greatly to the members’ enjoyment of her demonstration on the making of wood-fibre flowers, so skilfully done that one almost expected to smell their fragrance. Members were pleased to welcome Mrs Cliff Fraser, also. With Miss Hawken she kindly judged the competitions as follows:—Seniors: Best thrift article, Miss P; Fraser 1 and 2, Mrs Meyer. 3; best arts and crafts article, Mrs Hunt 1; best toy, Miss Purvis 1; thrift and art combined, Mrs Hunt 1, Mrs Meyer 2. * Junior section: Arts and crafts, Miss M. Alexander 1. A hearty vote of thanks was expressed to Miss Hawken and Mrs Fraser for their helpfulness.

Mrs Jack and Miss M. Fraser were hostesses for the meeting.

Maunu

for HOME AND COUNTRY

Mangapai

Oruru -Peria

The June meeting, held in the hall, was well attended and an interesting afternoon was spent. Miss Holmes was in the chair. In the absence of the secretary (Mrs Carnarvon), Miss Joan McConnell acted as secretary. The roll-call, “Household hints,” was answered,, many useful ideas being brought forward. Goods from the trading stall were disposed of and then followed an interesting demonstration oI ruched cushion-making by Mrs Dreaver, of Whangarei. A recitation by Miss Holmes was warmly applauded by the members. The competition, “An article from a sugar bag,” was won by Mrs tfulbranseh, with a paper bag. An interesting competition, “Kitchen names”, was held during,, the afternoon, causing great amusement. The hostesses for the tea were Mesdames Fhyn and Cotton. The Institute, song was played by Mrs Melville.

Russell

The June meeting was ‘.‘Members’ Day,” and so, after the necessary business had been disposed of, the president, Mrs H. Armstrong, gave up the chair to Mrs H. Snell, who presided over the rest of the meeting. Community singing was enjoyed by everyone and many favourite songs were sung heartily. There were several competitions. The points competition, a thrift article, was won by Mrs Millington, with Miss Garter 2 and Mrs Armstrong 3. The treasure hunt resulted: Mrs P. Bourke 1, Mrs Beaumont 2. Hidden names competition; Mrs D. Wilson 1, Mrs Armstrong 2. Book competition: Mrs Griffen 1, Mrs Feaver 2. * , .

A “bring and buy” towards getting chairs foh the hall produced 16/6, to which was added 10/ as a donation from Mrs McCarroll.

A vote of thanks was given to the hostesses, Mrs Beaumont and Mrs McKinney, and an enjoyable meeting terminated with the singing of “Auld Lang Syne.”

The monthly meeting of the OruruPeria Women’s Institute was held on June 3. Visitors from Fairburn Institute and friends were welcomed by the president, Mrs Barriball. Mr A. Garton kindly switched on the radio for community singing.

The motto was “Keep your face always towards the sunshine, and the shadows will fall behind.” A table of 14 articles for exhibition, seniors against juniors, was - keenly contested. Mrs Hoskins and Mrs Foster, of the Fairburn Institute, judged the tables. A silver vase was presented by Mrs Hoskins to the junior members, who were winners of the table. They were congratulated on their good work. Junior members suitable responded. The competition, “Puff pastry,” resulted:—Seniors: Mrs T. Taylor 1, Mrs Forsyth 2; juniors, Miss F. Forsyth 1, Miss Joy Taylor 2. Print dress: Seniors, Mrs Walmsley and Mrs Forsyth equal 1; juniors, Miss M. Simmonds 1, Miss Joy Taylor, Miss C. Mclnnes v and Miss R. Graves 2.

- Songs' were rendered : by Mrs A Garton.

Lunch and afternoon tea were served by tjxe junior members, after which Mrs Barriball thanked Mrs Hoskins and Mrs Foster for judging the tables, also Mr Garton for the use of his radio. Mrs Foster thanked the Oruru-Peria Institute for a pleasant afternoon.

The Russell Women’s Institute meeting was held in Brooker’s hall on June 11. Mrs V. Lindauer was in the chair, and twenty members were present. Mrs D. H. Woodcock accepted appointment as reporter. Mrs Fowler expressed the desire to resign the treasureship and member of committee. Mrs Woodcock was appointed to fill the vacancy, on the committee, whilst that of treasurer was left in abeyance meanwhile. Two new members were welcomed. Mrs C. Donaldson and her sister, Miss W. Upton. A hearty vote of thanks was accorded Mrs J. C. Martin for her generosity in donating a beautiful supper cloth to be raffled. Half of the proceeds are to be devoted to the women’s rest room and the balance to the Women’s Institute fund. Mesdames J. C. Martin, F. Fowler and S. Adamson, hostesses for the afternoon, served afternoon tea. A competition arranged by the hostesses resulted in the winner being Miss W. Upton, with Mrs C. Donaldson second. Miss Nancy King demonstrated wood pulp flower making, which was interesting to all and well received.

Tu tekekua-Oma hu ta

The Tutekehua and Omahuta Women’s Institute held its monthly meeting in the W.I. hall at Mangamuka Bridge on June 10. Mrs J. Creighton gave a most interesting talk on her experiences as district nurse on the east coast. The competition was a bed jacket for the hospital. ,It was won by Mrs Auton, with Mrs J. Tulloch second. "A special prize was awarded to Mrs J. Walker. The rollcall was a funny story.

The hostesses were Mrs J. Creigh-, ton, Mrs J. Tulloch and Mrs J. Walker.