WOMEN'S INSTITUTES.

New Zealand Herald, Volume LXVIII, Issue 20976, 12 September 1931, Page 17

WOMEN'S INSTITUTES.

Bombay.—At the monthly meeting of the institute Mrs. G. Dunnett gave a very interesting demonstration of passe partout. A most enjoyable talk on England was given by the Rev. PI. Y. Salmon, who concluded with many humorous stories in dialect. In a competition, ''sponge cake made witli butter," .Mrs. B. Masefield gained first place, Mrs. R. Sinton and "Mrs. Newnham tied for second, and Mrs. L. Mason third. Hostesses for the afternoon were Mesdames H. Carter, James and MillmanWotton.

Henderson.—Under the auspices of the institute a concert, in aid of the local unemployment fund, was held in the Henderson Town Hall this week. The entire programme was arranged by Miss Spurling, of Auckland, the first item being a play in three acts entitled, "Rosemary for Remembrance," written by Miss Spurling. The cast acquitted themselves very creditably, and the play was much enjoyed by an enthusiastic and appreciative audience. Miss Phyllis Cato contributed pianoforte solos, which gave much pleasure. These were followed by songs by Mr. Pritchard, and recitations by Miss Mcsser, which were thoroughly enjoyed. An amusing sketch entitled, "A Slight Misunderstanding," was given by Miss Edna Craig and Mr. J. Morgan, bringing an enjoyable concert to a close. Ivopuarahi.—The Kopuarahi Women's Institute celebrated its first birthday recently. Visitors were present at the meeting from all parts of the Plains. The roil call took the form of gifts for Sister Esther, and a collection of very useful garments resulted. Mrs. B. McMillan, on behalf of institute members, presented Mrs. Newsham, who has been president of the branch since its inception, with a basket of dowers and a gift. Eight institute members received silver table napkin rings for babies born during th(* year. A competition was won by Mrs. P. Bagnall, of Turua. A vocal duet rendered by Mrs. B. McMillan and Mrs. I. O'Carroll, gave much pleasure. A one-act play entitled "The Rest Cure, ' was splendidly acted by five of the institute members, viz., Mrs. L. Sloane, Mrs. H. Bowen, Mrs. J. Law, Mrs. E. O'Carroll, Miss B. White. Much credit for the praiseworthy performance is due to Mrs. Kneebone and Mrs. Corner, who coached the players in j their parts. The exhibition table displaying members' work in arts and crafts excited much interest. Afternoon tea brought a most successful and enjoyable function to a close.

A very enjoyable antl well-attended old-timo dance was held by tha institute recently. The play "The Rest Cure " was repeated, the plavei'3 receiving much praise for their commendable performance. Songs by Mr. R. Jutson, and duets by Mrs. B. McMillan and Mrs. T. O'Carroll were much appreciated. Mr. .Tutaon and Mrs. T. o'Carroll and Mr. Kirby and Miss L. Newsham were the winners of competition dances. A competition, guessing weight of a cake, was won by Mrs. Field. New Lynn.—The New Lynn Institute celebrated its second birthday recently, when a most enjoyable musical programme was provided by Misses Phyllis James and Norma Lawson, Mesdames Harold Bollard, J. Parry and Clements, Messrs. Graves and Parry. A handicraft exhibition of members' work was wonderful, and tha judges had some task in piacing the winners. The committee provided a delicious afternoon tea. Silverdale.—The institute held its monthly meeting in the recently, when a presentation and farewell was tendered Mrs. Mcßae, vice-president, who has since left the district. Remits for the federation meeting were discussed. Mrs. Blanc and Mrs. Benny will represent Silverdale at thia meeting. Two bags of woollen clippings wer» sent to the Rev. Jasper Calder. A competition was won by Mrs. Teagne. Community singing and afternoon tea concluded tho meeting. Te Hoe. —Musical items by Misses Mavia Thompson and Sybil Grahame, a duet by Masdames Reid and Dickie, and songs by little Jack Moffat were greatly enjoyed at a meeting of the Te line Institute. Mr. M. Patten, of the St. John Ambulance, gave a most instructive lesson in bandaging. An interesting demonstration in wax modelling waa given by Mrs. C. Thompson. The competition winners -were Mesdames Cuff, C. Thompson and Miss Green. Good business was dene at the sales taole. The hostesses for the afternoon were Mesdames E. A. Thompson and C. Thomp-

Waipu.—The president extended a very hearty welcome to the visiting ladies from Hikurangi, Paparoa, Maungaturoto and Mangawai, as well as to local visitors, who attended a recent meeting of the Waipu Institute. The hostesses were: Mesdames Jenkinson, Battin, C. McLennan, C. Cullen, G. Sutherland, N. McMillan, M. McAulav. B. D. Campbell, J. McLennan and J. Durham. Mr. Donald Mackay read a paper on "The Pioneer Day- of Waipu—from the Women's Point of View." Mrs. Neil McGregor recited, and Mrs. John McLeod gave an exhibition of cnrding and spinning of wool, which was very much appreciated. Five of the older ladies were seated on the stage, and engaged in a Gaelic conversation, also singing Gaelic songs, much to the enjoyment of the younger ladies. Several of M:ss Marie McGregor's pupils danced Highland dances. Articles manufactured by the inmates of the Blind Institute were sold. Waimana. —At a meeting of the institute Mesdames Wylde and Savage were appointed delegates to the meeting of the Bay of Plenty Federation, to be held at Matata on September 29, remits for the meeting being fully discussed. Mrs. Varley, of Taneatua, gave a demonstration of making bead necklaces, etc. A "bring and buy" stall did good business for the funds. A flower competition was won by Mrs. Varley. The hostesses were Mesdames Clark and Addison. Waihi.—Miss Hinchey gave an interesting lecture upon Schubert and his music, illustrating it by well-known compositions. A lesson in raffia work was 'jiven by Mesdames C. Clark, O'Sullivan and V. Morgan, and a humorous sketch entitled "Mrs. Newlywed Engages a Cook," written and presented by Mrs. F. Haszard, wag thoroughly enjoyed. A fine display of spring flowers was made. Hostesses were Mesdames Benson, Craig, Franklin, Jones. Fall well. Muir. Carne«. D;>ltir>tl! :irnl nn ™

WhaKUUMiii. —.»1.1.1. Wettenhall, voluntary organiser for the Hay of Plenty institutes, at a meeting of the Whakatane Institute read a very interesting report of tiie annual meeting of the National Federation of Women's Institutes held in the Albert Hall, London. Mrs. Hedge read a paper giving a brief outline of the fifth and sixth Governors of New Zealand. Mrs. Macklen contributed a piano solo and Mesdames Smedley and Stewart a piano duet. The competition for the best article made from old silk stockings was won by Mrs. Guest. Hostesses were Mesdames Barr. Guest, Prideaux and Sumner

Woodhill. —A very pleasant afternoon was spent in the Woodhill Public ITall when a large gathering, including visitors from Helensville, Te Pua, Waikaukau Valley, Parakai and Waimauku, attended the Woodhill Women's Institute birthday afternoon. A stall in charge of Miss Lorna Creagh and Miss Muriel Philiipps was well patronised and the proceeds are to be donated to the hall extension fund. A humorous sketch, entitled "Concord" and written by Mrs. Irwin, president of the Women's Institute Federation, was acted by Misses Quarrie (3), Philiipps (4), McLcad (2) and J. Gillies (junior members of the instilute). An interesting feature of the afternoon was an exhibition of articles made by institute members. Afternoon tea was served by the members.