WOMEN’S INSTITUTES

Timaru Herald, Volume CXXXVII, Issue 19485, 9 May 1933, Page 10

WOMEN’S INSTITUTES

PLEASANT POINT. There was a large attendance on the afternoon of May 3rd. when the Point Women’s Institute held their monthly meeting. Mrs Cartwright presided and welcomed the following new members: —Mesdames Jones, W. Esler, Misses D. Chapman, L. Jones, G. Watson and S. Sutherland. Notice of resignation was received from Mrs A. Bishop. Invitations were received from Washdyke and the Arowhenua Maori Institutes, both of which were accepted. Misses O’Connor wrote acknowledging an expression of good wishes from members. Mrs Cartwright was appointed delegate to attend the Dominion Conference in Christchurch on July 26th and 27th. It was decided to organise a dance, and a sub-committee was appointed to make arrangements. On behalf of the Red Cross Society, Miss Davidson intimated that Sister Christian intended holding home nursing classes during the winter, should sufficient students enrol. Mrs Simmons was appointed to act in place of Mrs Quinn as a member of the local Relief Society. Miss Ferguson, president of the Temuka Women’s Institute, gave an interesting demonstration on the making of seagrass stools. Miss Brown spoke in a most entertaining manner of the Chelsea Gardens. Mrs Taylor, also of Temuka, then gave an instructive demonstration on floral work, making a beautiful wreath for members to see. These ladies were accorded a hearty vote of thanks. At the sales table Mesdames Cunningham and Liston did brisk business. The competitions, which the Temuka visitors judged, resulted as follows: — Bowl of chrysanthemums (8 entries) —Class A, Miss Kime 1, Miss Sutherland 2. Class B: Miss Watkins 1, Miss Halstead 2, Mrs J. A. Smith 3. Worked Traycloth (21 entries) Class A: Miss Kime 1 and 2, Miss Sutherland 3. Class B: Miss Jones 1, Mrs Crawford 2, Miss B. Miller 3. Mrs Wooffindin kindly consented to act as the convener, and the following appointed hostesses for June 7th. Mesdames Agnew, Arnott, Andrews, Brown, Crawford. Candy, Chapman, Misses Brown and Chapman. Afternoon tea was served by Mesdames Rendall, Turnbull. Tubb, Taylor, Brown, Malcolmson, Wakefield and Misses Kelberg, Davidson and J. Miller, after which the meeting closed with the National Anthem. RANGITIRA VALLEY. The monthly meeting of the Rangitira Valley Women’s Institute was held at the residence of Mrs S. G. McCullough, Mrs Talbot presiding over a fair attendance. An invitation was received from the Seadown Institute to a party on May 13th, and it was decided to send two representatives. It was decided to hold the birthday party at the end of June, a social committee being selected to arrange the programme. Mrs G. A. Davey, Rangitira Valley, gave an interesting demonstration on quilting, which wa~, appreciated by all. The competition for the month, which was for an article made from a flour bag, was won by Mrs Talbot, Mrs Hartnett being placed second and third. A vote of thanks was then accorded to Mrs G. A. Davey, and to the hostesses—Mesdames Kennedy and Hartnett. HILTON. At the April meeting of the Hilton Women’s Institute Mrs Brosnahan (president), presided over an excellent attendance of members. commenced with the singing of the Hilton Women’s Institute song after which business was dealt with and sub-committees appointed. Mesdames Brosnahan and Twomey were elected to represent the Institute at the Orari Women’s Institute birthday party, whilst Mesdames Beavan, Wilks and Beattie, Misses M. Jones and A. Omelvena were appointed to accept the Geraldine Women’s Institute invitations. Members were requested to give the forthcoming Women’s Institute exhibition, to be held in June, their support. After discussion it was decided that the Institute hold a social and dance evening, and that the birthday party be celebrated on June 9th. During the afternoon, Miss P. Blathwayt (Temuka), gave a talk and demonstration on the making of mocassins from home-cured and dyed skins, and on the motion of Mrs Little Jnr., was accorded a hearty vote of thanks. Opportunity was taken to present the prizes won during the year. As a small acknowledgment of the service rendered the president and secretary were the recipients of beautiful bouquets, members joining in the singing of “They are Jolly Good Fellows.” An amusing competition “Something from the Garden” was won by Mrs Little Jnr.

The May competitions were arranged as follows: —Best outside-grown chrysanthemums; hand made handkerchief.

Should the gardening talk by Mr F. Smith (Temuka) not eventuate, there will be a knitting half hour, several members having consented to demonstrate the different stitches. Afternoon tea, dispensed by Mesdames Slater and Wilks, Misses Slater and Wilks, followed by the singing of the National "Anthem, brought to a close a most enjoyable meeting. ARUNDEL BIRTHDAY. The Arundel Women’s Institute held their third annual birthday in the Howard Hall. The weather was beautifully fine, and there was a large attendance, members from many other Institutes being present. An enjoyable concert was given of songs, plays, and recitations. The items were as follows:—Pianoforte duet, Mrs E. Foden and Miss R. Ashby; song, Miss Cruickshanks; recitation. Mr J. McComb; play. “Hostesses Husband,” Miss A. Gould and Miss H. Pratt; song, Mr Stack; song with actions, by Arundel school children; recitation. Mr J. Hewett; song. Miss R. Ashby; play. “Oh, Mr Smythe,” by Mr J. McComb, Misses L. McComb. W. Pratt, E. Johnston. E. Edwards, and many other Institute members. The singing of the National Anthem concluded the programme. Supper was then handed round. The most important feature of the evening was the birthday cake, made by Mrs W. McDonald, and decorated by Mrs A. Pithie. Dancing was indulged in until the small hours, every one enjoying themselves. Music was supplied by Miss T. j Turton, Mr A. Pringle, and Mr A. Popplewell, and the duties of M.C. was j carried out by Mr J. Hewett. |

HUNTER. The monthly meeting of the Hunter Women's Institute was held in the Library Hall on Wednesday, May 3rd, Mrs F. Morrison presiding over a gathering of 24 members. Correspondence from the Dominion Federation in connection with the annual conference was dealt with, and members were asked to study the remits to be discussed at that meeting. Mrs W. Gibson, the delegate who attended the Federation conference, gave a comprehensive report. As a result, several members promised to become subscribers to “Home and Country,” and the meeting decided to get in touch with one of the Institutes on the West Coast. Mrs Morrison and Miss B. Anstey were congratulated on their success in the handkerchief competition. Mrs Leathwick proposed and Mrs Mercer seconded a hearty vote of thanks to Mrs Gibson for her report. A competition for a child’s garment made from something old was won by Mrs Turner, with Mrs Manson second. Several of these garments were handed in for the Salvation Army Goodwill Bag. Mrs and Miss Winning of Waimate, gave an interesting demonstration on the making of “crepe rope” trays; some members making them under their tuition. A vote of thanks, which was carried with acclamation was proposed by Miss Anstey, and Mrs Morrison handed Mrs Winning a bunch of chrysanthemums from Mrs Hansen’s garden. The hostesses for the afternoon were Mrs A. S. Ayrey, Mrs W. Gibson and Mrs N. Hansen. GAPES VALLEY. In the absence of the president, the vice-president (Mrs Reid) occupied the chair at the monthly meeting of the Gapes Valley Women’s Institute last Friday. The motto for the month was: “To be of use in the world, is the only way to be happy.” Mrs E. M. Hibbs gave a resume of the annual meeting of the South Canterbury Federation of Women’s Institutes held in Geraldine. The vice-president referred to the cup which Miss Davies had promised to donate to the member gaining the most points in the A. and P. Shows in South Canterbury. She mentioned that at the last Fairlie Show, Miss Hall, one of the Gapes Valley Institute members, gained three firsts and a second in the cooking section. An invitation to the Orari Institute’s birthday party for two members and their escorts, was received with thanks. A rug made from pieces of material and old dresses, by Miss Bigham, on a hand loom, was on view, and also a pullover, woven on the loom, from home-spun wool, by Mrs Roberts. Mrs Ashby, who demonstrated how to make covered boxes, exhibited one of the finished articles. A most interesting travel talk on India was given by Miss Davies, who visited Madras. Bombay, Delhi, Peshawar, Benares and many places of minor importance, concluding with a wonderful mountain trip up the Himalayas. A vote of thanks was accorded Miss Davies for her instructive talk. In a competition for a plate of biscuits (not more than three varieties) the result was: Mrs Roberts 1, Mrs Mackenzie 2, and Mrs Ashby 3. These biscuits are to be sent to the depot in Timaru. In the competition for a handprinted programme, the results will be announced later, as Mrs P. W. Hislop (Geraldine), consented to judge them. The tea hostesses were: Mrs Hibbs and the Misses Henderson and R. and E. Reid. SILVER WEDDING. The silver wedding of Mr and Mrs E. J. McGuigan, wus celebrated on 27th April at their home, “Moorcroft,” Carew, Hinds. Mr and Mrs McGuigan, assisted by the Misses McGuigan, received the guests in the granary, which was decorated for the occasion. The evening took the form of a dance, interspersed with songs and recitations, which were much appreciated. After supper a wedding cake, made and presented by Mrs Fabian, was cut by Mrs McGuigan, assisted by Mrs P. Hyland. The health of the bridal couple, proposed by Mr J. McGuinness., was drunk to musical honours, Mr McGuigan replying. A vote of thanks was proposed by Mr H. Galletly, to which Mr D. Fabian responded. Guests, numbering about a hundred and thirty, were present from the North Island, Akaroa, Christchurch, Sumner, Ashburton, Winchmore, Elgin, Timaru, Geraldine, and surrounding districts. Music was supplied by Mr Chapman, extras being contributed by Miss H. Galletly. Mr J. Hewitt acted as M.C. For the smartest winter coats in town see our selection. These cloth coats are all beautifully tailored in all the latest styles and materials, at prices which are extremely reasonable. London Fur Co., Tekapo Buildings, Stafford Street