WOMEN’S INSTITUTE

Nelson Evening Mail, Volume LXIX, 31 January 1936, Page 9

WOMEN’S INSTITUTE

RICHMOND MEETING At the Richmond meeting of the Women’s Institute Mrs Wilkes, the president, welcomed new members and visitors. The roll call “Sing, say or pay” was most entertaining. Some of the members recited, some told anecdotes, while others played and sang, only a few having to pay the fine ' The correspondence was read and dealt with, the members being very interested to hear tlie letter received from our link correspondent in the Isle of Wight. The first W.I. baby is being presented with a nucleus bank account. . A bring and buy stall of produce and plants. realised the sum necessary for the library scheme. Afternoon tea was served and the members indulged in the usual social cliat. Miss K. Croucher then entertained with two deliglitfril songs. As a mark of respect and condolence to our Royal member, Queen .Mary, the members all stood in reverent silence. A very happy meeting closed with our W.I. song “Comrades and Friends” arid the National Anthem. WAKEFIELD CHILDREN’S PARTY In conjunction with the December meeting of the Wakefield Women’s Institute a children’s gift party was held. It had been decided to hold the party in the beautiful grounds of Mrs G. Lawrence but owing to the .inclemency of the weather Kirwin’s Theatre had to be engaged. A magic cave hung with gifts was constructed on the stage and the effect thus created was a credit to the band of willing helpers. The president opened tlie gathering by a welcome to all non-members who were present. The business was hastily proceeded with and roll call answered. A money box was presented to Mrs Rose for bet baby daughter. Thanks were offered to Mrs Closs who so generously donated to the Institute her Takaka travelling expenses. Members were reminded’of the garden party to be held early in February at tlie residence of Mrs T. Hunt, Highfielcl. A big crowd is anticipated. A sumptuous afternoon tea provided by the ladies was then partaken of. Then followed the distribution of gifts by Santa Claus to about 140 children. The usual handwork competitions were held. The singing of the National Anthem

brought to a close a very happy gathering.