Friendly Society Jottings

Star (Christchurch), Volume XLIV, Issue 457, 19 May 1932, Page 11

Friendly Society Jottings

Dodges wishing reports of their meetings to appear in this column on Thursdays are requested to forward them to 44 Inner Guard,” care Editor, 44 Star,” before noon on Wednesday. DODGE CADENDAR. M.U., 1.0.0. F.— Thursday, May 19—Belfast Branch (Loyal Papanui), Loyal RiccarMonday, May 23—Loyal Addington, Loyal Benevolent, Loyal Leeston, . Loyal Malvern. Tuesday, May 24—Loyal Kaiapoi, Loyal Past Grands’ Lodge, Loyal Sister Pearce (anniversary). Wednesday, May 25—Loyal PerseverThursday, May 26—Loyal Papanui, Loyal Sister Pearce. May 23—Court Woodford, Court Queen of Canterbury. Tuesday, May 24—Court Queen of the Isles. _. - Wednesday, May 25—Court Star or Rakaia. K.A.C.B.S. — Monday, May 23—St Mary’s, St Mat--1.0.G.T. Thursday, May 19—Bastion Memorial Juvenile Temple, Reviving Stream. . Monday, May 23—Hope of Christchurch. . Wednesday, May 25 —Sumner Pride. 1.0. R.— Thursday, May 19—Linwood Juveniles, Hope of Richmond, i Saturday, May 21—Triumph Tent (Timaru), Whakawa juveniles. Philipson Juveniles (election of officers). Monday, May 23—Ashburton. Star ol Woolston. Tuesday, May 24—Enterprise. Star of Brighton, Sunshine Juveniles. Wednesday, May 25—Riccarton. Thursday,' May 26—Philipson (elec-' tion of officers). U.A.O.D.— Saturday, May 21—Hope of Amberley. Monday, May 23—Pioneer, Mistletoe, Acorn, Star of Ashburton, Bud of Hope. Tuesday, May 24—Hope of St Albans, Anchor, Timaru, Trafalgar, Olive Branch. Wednesday, May 25 —Oak of Sydenham, Ellesmere, Lily of Richmond, Ivy. Thursday, May 26—Board of Management. 1.0.0. F.— Monday, May 23—Waimakariri, Loyal Waimate, Washington, Edith Cavell. Tuesday, May 24—Star of Sydenham, Golden Link. Waitea. Wednesday, May 25—Templeton, Daphne, Naomi, Sunshine, North Canterbury Encampment. Thursday. May 26—Victoria, Waihi (Geraldine).

U.F.S. Dispensary. At the meeting of the board an optimistic feeling existed with regard to the retail department. During the quarter I ending March 31 the cash returns were | very little below the corresponding period in 1930, and considering the | stringent conditions of trade since then lit was considered that the position was | very satisfactory. A large increase in prescriptions, including the all-night dispensary quota, made up the substantial figures of over 15,000 prescriptions for the quarter. The Hospital Board scheme is still proving a great boon to friendly society members, the number of certificates issued being 404, the number of •lays 10,898, and beds 119.69. The arrangements made for members taking ill or meeting with accidents while (ravelling, and removed to a public hospital, have proved beneficial. A vacancy on the board occurred through a member ceasing to represent his lodge, .and an appointment will be made by the board. The reading of Rule 9, which deals Avitli the appointment, leaves room for doubt as to its intention, and in order to make the rule more definite, an alteration has been suggested for consideration by the committee. It was decided to allow the levies to remain as at present. Druids’ Church. Parade. Final arrangements have been made for the annual church parade to be . held on Sunday afternoon next, May 22. I The procession will leave the Orange Hall at 2.30, and proceed to Durham Street Methodist Church, via Worcester, Colombo and Armagh Streets. By Kind permission of the officer commanding, the Canterbury Regimental Band will head the procession, and assist in the service, and at the close of the service will accompany country visitors to the Orange Hall, Avhere afternoon tea will be provided. There is every indication of a large gathering of Druids from all parts of Canterbury, and a will be taken to augment the Grand Lodge Unemployment Fund. The service will be conducted by the Rev Percy N. Knight. Mr Allan Wellbrock, L.A.8., will preside at the organ, and accompany sacred solos. U.A.O.D. Royal Arch Chapter No. I.—Another stage of the ritual competitions Avas passed last Tuesday night in the Anchor Lodge room, Woolston. The Roval Arch Druid (Brother T. A. Moody), w'ith his officers, Avere present, together Avith a A’ery large number of members from the city lodges. A record number of competitors faced the judges and proved the popularity of the Arch Druids’ charge as a competitive item. The judges (P.G.P. Brother L. A. Morrison, P.D.P. Brother R. E. Bigg, and I’.A. Brother R. A. Marsh) were accorded thanks for their services. The keenness of the competition was shown in the close proximity of the marks of the first three, and the first place Avas awarded to Brother L. W. Clarkson (Lily of Richmond), 281 points; second place, Brother G. R. M’Lay (Mistletoe), 279 points; third place, Brother R. Lindsay (Lily of Richmond), 27S points. About June 20 the Past Arch solo competition Avill take place at the Mistletoe Lodge room. Votes of thanks were accorded Anchor Lodge for the use of the lodgeroom and providing supper. M.U., 1.0.0. F. Past Grands’ Lodge at Malvern.— Considerable interest has been groused in the district for some time past in the formation of a Past Grands’ Lodge. A largely attended meeting on Saturday last in the Oddfellows’ Hail, Glentunnei, attended by Past Grands from Loyal Malvern and Loyal Coleridge Lodges, considered the matter and appointed P.G. Brother George Butler to the chair and P.G. Brother H. J. Teale as minute secretary. After discussion, a resolution was carried that a Past Grands’ Lodge be formed and opened, the lodge to be named The Malvern Past Grands’ Lodge. Subject to the approval of the District Officers the opening and installation of officers will take place on Saturday, June 11, in the Malvern Lodge room, Sheffield. The secretary was instructed to write to the District Management Committee for the necessary permit and invite them, in conjunction Avith the officers of the Past Grands’ Lodge No. 1, to. perform the opening ceremony and instal the officers. The election of officers resulted as follows: : Grand Master, P.G. Brother W. J. Teale; Deputy Grand Master, P.G. Brother W. Adkins; Lecture Master, P.G. Brother G. Sutherland; secretary, P.G. Brother W. D. Boyes. It was decided to hold meetings monthly at Sheffield and Glentunnei alternately. A vote of thanks was accorded the chairman and secretary for their services in organising the meeting-, and after their responses supper was provided by the Past Grands of the Loyal Coleridge Lodge. Loyal City of NprAvicli.—N.O. Brother M. J. Scott presided at the meeting at which four members took the , YVhite Degree. The N.G. reported on visits paid to the Loyal Addington and Loyal Progress Lodges, and further nominations for officers were received as follows:—V.G., Brother A. M. M’Leod; und for elective secretary, P.G. Brother W. C. G. Taylor. It was resolved that a special meeting for the purpose of initiating a candidate be held on Monday, May 30. A notice of motion for next lodge night was received in reference to the conferring of degrees. Loyal Addinerton.—Members of the Loyal City of Norwich were present by invitation, and occupied the chairs for the evening as follows:—N.G., Brother. Scott; V,G., Brother Thompson; elec-

tive secretary, Brother W. C. G. Taylor; 1.P.N.G., Brother W. T. Foster (District Secretary, Lyttelton district); Lecture Master, Brother Williams. A number of visitors attended from Loyal Kia Toa Lodge, including Sister Ryder (D.G.M., Lyttelton district), Riccarton and Phillipstown Lodges. The Lecture Master (Brother Williams) conferred the White Degree on two members. The ritual work of the visiting officers was of a high standard, and a vote of thanks was accorded them. At the conclusion of the business a social evening was spent in dancing and card games. Loyal City of Christchurch.—N.G. Brother N. Carson presided over the meeting on Monday, and extended a welcome to P.N.G. Brother N. S. Page. The fourth sentiment was responded to by V.G. Sister le Comte (Loyal Sister Pearce); P.G. Brother Williams (Loyal City of Norwich) ; V.G. Brother M’Guinliess (Loyal Addington); Brother Ranger (Loyal Rakaia). r ®" ported on the visit of the D.G.M. to the Loyal Progress Lodge. P.D.G.M. Brother W. Beattie explained the sentiments, aims and objects of the Order to the newly initiated members, and nominations for lodge officers were received as follows:—N.G., Brother W. A. East; V.G., Brothers Chivers, Anderson, Agar, Sutton, Tomlinson and Jones; elective secretary, P.G. Brother T. Wood It was decided to write to the district officers recommending that a church parade be arranged, Lyttelton and Ashley Districts to be invited. At tne conclusion of the meeting an enjoyable social Avas spent with visitors and sisters who made a surprise visit. Brothers N. Carson and L. O’Loughnn supplied the music for dancing. Loyal Benevolent Juvenile Lodge.N.G. Brother le Comte presided over the meeting last Monday, when nominations for officers were received for the ensuing term, and in view of the large number received a keen contest tor election is anticipated. The N.G. reported on the new set of regalia. At the close of the meeting duoits and other games occupied the evening. 1.0. R. Philipson Tent.—The Chief Ruler, Sister Coton, presided over the meeting, at which it was resolved to send a lett.r Sf sympathy to the relatives of Brother Saunders, members standing as a tnai k of resp'ect. Brothers Forsey and Perritt and Sister Coton were appointed to meet the NeAv Zealand Alliance in connection with the centenary of the prohibition movement. It was decided that the Tent meet at 7.30 during the winter months, commencing from next meeting. Brother A. Martin’s report on the Juvenile Tent, Provincial Council and Hospital Board were received. A vote of thanks was accorded to Brother Martin for his reports. The secretary referred to the re-opening of the Star of New Brighton Tent, and to the arrangements made in the district for doctor and medicine. Sisters Schenkel and Coton entertained the members at the conclusion of the lodge business. Star of New Brighton.—A social and dance was held in the band room. Central Brighton, on Tuesday to celebrate

the transfer of the Tent from North Beach. Past District Chief Ruler, Brother A. Martin, and Sister Bunt, D.S.F.M., and Sisters and Brothers from Pride of Christchurch, Phillipson, Woolston, Richmond, and Riccarton Tents attended the celebration. Chief Ruler A. Bonnington was M.S. Music was provided by Sister D. Hull. The arrangements were carried out by Sisters H. Cockle and D. Hull, and Brothers F. Woodward. F. T. Tindall, P. Thomson and J. M’Dougall. 1.0.0. F. Star of Opawa Lodge—Brother R. W. Wright, N.G., presided over a large attendance in the Staretta Hall. Sick pav .mounting to £7, and maternity claims for £lB were passed for payment. The Social Committee reported on the arrangements for the lectures on photography and horticulture. Responses to votes of thanks were made by represenatives of Washington, Ridgely, Star of Sydenham, Star of Linwood, and Star of St Albans Lodges. At th'e conclusion of business games Avere indulged in. 1.0.G.T. Sumner Pride Juvenile?. —Sister T. Wislang presided OA’er the meeting in the Methodist Sunday Schoolroom. The fifth anniA-ersary was celebrated and the Rev A. T. Kent and Mr W. J. Duff gave short addressed. Mrs Hutchinson and Mrs Heslop (Ladies’ Guild) also spoke, the former tendering the goodwill of the W.C.T.U. The Superintendent (Brother A. C. Ford) reported that tlie remits to Grand Lodge had been carried unanimously, and read the report and financial statement. The number of juveniles who had gone through the Temple Avas astonishing, and it was hoped that all who had left Avould keep their pledge. The junior lodge was not yet as successful as A\*as expected, but Avas making' steady progress. A social evening was spent, and items were contributed by Sisters P. Harvey, H. S. Ford, sen., Sister A. Rowe and Mrs Heslop. Lily of Sydenham Juvenile Temple.— Chief Ruler, Brother T. Le Comte, presided over the meeting and tAvelA’e new members Avere initiated. A resolution of sympathy Avas passed to the relatives of the late D. C. Cameron, Dunedin, who was for forty years Grand Secretary of the Grand Lodge of New Zealand. Greetings were received from Grand Superintendent Brother F. Pace, iu which Avere conveyed wishes for the success of the new Temple. Brother Alex Rennie, South Island Deputv, on behalf of the Grand Superintendent, handed over the charter of the Temple to Sister J. Brayne (Superintendent), who suitably replied. Brother A. Hagsail read an interesting paper, and Avas accorded a vote of thanks. The Superintendent welcomed the parents of members, and the programme for the evening consisted of indoor hockey. the brothers winning by two points. A.O.F. Court Star of Ashburton.—C.R. Brother D. W. Wilson presided over the meeting, and a motion 6f sympathy was passed with the relatives of the late Brother F. Bull. Nominations were kept open till quarter night to fill the vacancy caused by the resignation of Brother L. Gibson, S.W. The D.C.R. (Brother J. U. Ward) Avas instructed to recommend to the district that a challenge banner replace the proposed medals for competition amongst the various Courts in connection witli the Court initiating most members.