WOMEN'S INSTITUTES

New Zealand Herald, Volume LXIX, Issue 21251, 3 August 1932, Page 5

WOMEN'S INSTITUTES

Clen Eden.—Suggestions for a pro- | gramme brought forward quite a number of good ideas at a recent meeting of tho institute. Several enjoyable competitions | took place. A competition, for best decor- | ated vase of flowers was won by Mrs. Mc- | naught, Mrs. Hawkey being second. The | trading table did t a good business, and a | prizo was offered by Mrs. Waldrom for jj competition next month for slippers, any jj class. Tho hostesses were Mrs. Ilardiman, | Miss Thompson and Miss Bow. i Leigh.—At a meeting of the Leigh InsU- * tute Mrs. Morley proposed that the. in- I stitute should send a box of Now Zealand butter to an inslituto in England for distribution among tho members. Mrs. Bathgate presided ovor a well-laden stall. After- j noon tea was d'spensed by the hostesses, Mesdames Whitakcr, sen., G. B. Ashton, Dunbar and J. Meiklejohn. Mararetu.—A demonstration of mocas- | sin making by Mrs. Appleyard was much ; appreciated at a meeting of tho institute. The winner of the best biscuit competition was Miss Spick. Mrs. Pearse, Misses Bull, M. Bull, and Burke gave a short sketch, "Heartslove," and Mrs. Dougan and Miss Burke gave recitations. The hostesses were Mesdames Flower, Burke and Miss Burke. A parcel of clothes was, I despatched to Sister Esther. Matamata.—At a meeting of tho institute sub-committee, Mesdames P. Stewart, Schofield, Hayes, Euthe, Woodroffe, Lowrie and Waite were appointed to compile tho next three months' programme. Mrs. K. Buchanan gavo a demonstration of rug-making, using canvas with odd pieces of materials and showhig how cheaply a very handsome rug can be made. A oneact play, "Aunt Lizzie's Friend," was thoroughly enjoyed by an appreciative audience, the parts being taken by Mesdames G. G. Bell, Whelan, K. Buchanan, C. Taylor, P. Stewart, Stubbing, J. Buchanan and Lawrie. Rangaroa.—Tho instituto met recently, when several members from the To Puko Institute were present. Miss Chappel gavo an address on "Remedies for Poisoning," also a demonstration on "tatting." The roll-call, "My Chief Difficulty in Dressmaking," was well responded to. A competition, something new out of something old, was won by Miss Cruickshank. Music was contributed by Miss MacGowan. Swanson. —There was a good attendance of" members and friends at a meeting of tho institute. After business had been dealt with, Mrs. Winter gave an interesting demonstration of the making of hearth brushes from rope and raffia. In the competition, a dress made out of material not to cost moro than 4s, Mrs. Nankvillo was first, Mrs. Strahan second, Mrs. Francis third. Afternoon tea was served by the hostesses, Mrs. J. Taylor and Mrs. Nankville. Taurekura. —A competition for tho best pair of slippers was won by Mrs. Humphries and Mrs. Mcßae, at a meeting of the institute, Mrs. Humphries also winning the competition for the best plate of scones. A parcel of clothing made by tho members was sent to Sister Esther The "roll call," original sayings of chil dren, caused much amusement. Mrs Urquhart gave a demonstration of raffia work. The hostesses wero Mrs. Laurenson, Mrs. Brown and Mrs. Urquhart. Te Tio.—A very pleasant afternoon was spent at the residence of the president. Mrs. 11. C. Harris, Te Tio. After welcoming the new members, business was dealt with. Tho president read an interesting paper on the work of Women's Institutes and also gave a demonstration on papier-macho work. Tho roll-call, " Household -Hints," brought forth some useful suggestions. The competition, " Something Made Ffom Waste Material," resulted in the display of some very fine articles. The hostesses were Mrs. Harris and Mrs. Brocas. Te ITku. —A demonstration of knitting from tho fleece was given by Miss Sandi lands at a recent, meeting and all wero very keenly interested in the process. There was a splendid array of food and clothing donated by members for tho Welfare League. Good business was done at the sales table. It was decided to form an arts and crafts circle. The hostesses for the afternoon were Sirs. Dent and Miss Wilson. Waharoa. proved a great success and was attended by about 100 members, husbands and guests. The " Topical Budget" proved very popular, the following ladies part:Mesdanies Jagger, Petch, Watlien, Bartleet and Barlow, and the Misses Rondell, Ayers, Gunn and Pedersen. Songs were given by Mesdames Fromm, Stanford, Miss Pedersen and Messrs. Walker and Shirley; recitations by Mrs. Burns ' and a reading by Mrs. Bartleet. Jhe short play " A Quiet Dinner" was acted by Mesdames Burns, Jagger, Wafhen and Barlow and the Misses White and Peder- ' sen. Dance music was supplied by Mesdames Barlow, Shirley and Barker. A competition was won by Mrs. Barlow and Mr. Burns. Supper was in chargo of ! Mesdames Barker and de Baugh. ' Waerenga.—A visit from the president of the Waikato Federatioh, Mrs. Trounson, of Matangi, who gavo a very interesting talk on the activities of her branch, was paid recently. Mrs. Trounson, with Mrs. Baird, also of Matangi, _ gavo a demonstration of cane tray-making, and - tho uses to which disused cheftse crates , could bo put. The president, Mrs. Hujitcr, with Mrs. Fleming sang a duet, and ' a duet was also given by Mesdames Bell 1 and Turner. Mrs. Turner, from Well- » ington, sang a solo. For tho sugar bag 3 cushion competition tliero were about 20 i- entries and tho judgo, Mrs. Storey, had 5 an unenviable task in making a decision. Mrs. Chas. Carter was awarded , 1, and Mrs. Ensoll 2. Tho best shortbread was won by Mrs. Chas. Carter 1, , and Miss Colo 2. On viow were quite u a largo display of articles of clothing and , a number of warm patchwork quilts made - Ky the members during the last month - aiid which are to bo forwarded to the " Comfort Ship" for distribution among the needy. Afternoon tea was dispensed, \ the hostesses being Mesdames Boot, Cole , and Miss Cole. Waiotahi.—At the monthly meeting of > the Waiotahi (Opotiki) Instituto it was • resolved to hand over to the Mayoress of > Opotiki a parcel of clothing collected by • members and to ask her, with the district nurse, to consider first the needs of tho • local pa. A demonstration by the Rev. N. F. Bcnham of making rugs with coloured wool was given and a number were exhibited. A competition, "best set of woollies," was won by Mrs. King, with Miss E. Abbot second.