W.C.T.U.

Wanganui Chronicle, Volume 76, Issue 110, 12 May 1933, Page 2

W.C.T.U.

An enthusiastic and well attended meeting was held in St. Alban’s Hall, Wanganui East, on Wednesday afternoon. Mrs Horsley sent an apology for absence. Airs Day, evangelistic superintendent, opened the meeting with devotional exercises and in her splendid address stressed tho importance pf going forward, always remembering the gifts of God and never forgetting the Giver. The president then took the chair, after whi»ch the Pledge was re-affirmed in unison. Miss Shute then read a temperance fact by James L. Perryman, A.M.M.0., viz.: “Alcohol passes through the animal economy, unchanged, scorching, burning, disorganising, paralysing, and breaking down, sooner or later, every tissue it comes in contact with.” Pastor Page gave a helpful address in whi»ch he urged all who are interested in the welfare of the young to work along the lines of education, specially stressing tho cradle roll, L. band of hope, and young people’s departments..- A helpful discussion resulted, and Mr Pago was warmly thanked. It was announced that the District Executive had made arrangements for celebrating Peace Day on May 22, when Mr Douglass, M. of the Friends' School, would address the meeting. The •copper-trail box was in evidence, also bring-and-buy stall, which was well patronised. Mrs Atherfold, superintendant of notable days, announced that next month would be “White Ribbon” Day, when all are asked to make special claims for subscribers towards an official organ. Good entries were received for eggless cake and plain scone competitions. Mrs Hedges gained first prize for >cake, and Mrs Duxfield first for scones. Miss Laird, who kindly acted as judge, said that the cooking all round was highly commendable. Next month the competition is to be for some warm garment to be made out of something old. Madame Edmonstone helped considerably by singing with, much feeling, two beautiful songs. A cup of tea brought a bright and useful meeting to a close.