WOMEN'S DIVISION.

New Zealand Herald, Volume LXVIII, Issue 20991, 30 September 1931, Page 3

WOMEN'S DIVISION.

FARMERS' UNION. f THE ONEWHERO BRANCH. At the. monthly meeting of the Onewhero branch of the women's division of the Farmers' Union Mrs. J. W. Hendersen presided over a good attendance of members. The circular from Wellington in regard to the rest home scheme for farmers' wives was read and will be dis-. cussed and opinions given at a future meeting. Each member brought an article to speak upon. This proved most interesting. A unique collection resulted, the ages of articles ranging from comparatively recent dates to three hundred years. At the next meeting, to be held in October, a demonstration of weaving on the loom will be given by Mrs. Older at her residence. The hostesses were Mrs. Raby and Mrs. Parson 3. TE AWAMUTU. A meeting of the Te Awamutu branch of the Women's Division of the Fanners' Union was held in the Farish Hall on Thursday. A discussion took place on the question of a rest home lor country women. It was thought that in New Zealand country women could get to the coast easily, and that the suggested home was not a practical idea. After further consideration members were also unanimous that the present time was inopportune to enter upon a project of this kind. The meeting was informed by delegates that it was decided at the South Auckland Provincial Councd meeting that thp Women's Division cannot, help out of the "community chest" necessitous cases in towns. Mrs. A Hanna asked that for the present she be relieved of the charge of the books, and an oSer from Mrs. Wynyard to undertake the duties of librarian wai received with thanks. An article written by a prominent grower about chrysanthemums was read by Mrs. Wynyard. after which Miss Walters gave two delightful songs. A breadmaking discussion led by Mrs. Jukes proved very helpful, and many members who were interested gave their experiences. Samples of home-made bread were criticised in a kindly way by Mrs. Jukes. Mrs. Rhodes spoke upon making yeast buns, and Mrs. 11. Hall on milk bread. Afternoon tea was served by the Ohaupo Road and Hairini ladies.