TAKAKA MEETING

Nelson Evening Mail, Volume 80, 11 September 1945, Page 3

TAKAKA MEETING

The Takaka W.D.F.U., as a mark of courtesy to its Upper Takaka members, held its August meeting in the Public Hall, Upper Takaka, when Mrs A. Newlove presided over a large atten-

dance. To express their appreciation of the Takaka members’ visit, Rosemary Barnett, on behalf of the Upper Takaka members presented posies to the president and secretary. The president spoke on the motto for the afternoon, “Don’t dodge difficulties; meet them, greet them and beat them.” A motion of sympathy was passed with Mrs B. Woods in her bereavement. The Town Board was thanked for its donation to rest room expenses. Mrs Flowers’ resignation from the position of secretary was received with regret and Mrs J. H. Small was appointed as acting-secretary. Mrs Small, the delegate to conference, gave an interesting account of business conducted there. Of special interest to members was the fact that the Government had registered the W.D. as an approved society for canying out the Domestic Aid Scheme. This meant increased subsidies to assist in carrying out the housekeeping scheme. Donations were still required for community chest but these could be set aside for the general account if necessary. The delegate reported that under new management the official journal “The Country Woman” would be a much improved magazine. She also intimated the new application forms for those desirous of holidaying 'in a rest home emild be obtained from advisory board members. Mrs Small was thanked for her report. Letters from two servicemen conveyed thanks for parcels received. Competition winners were: Three pikelets, Mrs A. Newlove 1, Mrs Deavoll 2; best bloom, Mrs A. Newlove 1, Mrs R. Sparrow 2. Afternoon tea served by the Upper Takaka members brought to a close a most enjoyable afternoon.