WOMEN’S INSTITUTE.

Waikato Times, Volume 121, Issue 20207, 29 May 1937, Page 17 (Supplement)

WOMEN’S INSTITUTE.

AT TAUWHARE. The monthly meeting: of the Tauwhare Women’s Institute was held in the hall recently, Mrs Allwood presiding: over a large attendance of members. The meeting took the form of a guest afternoon, each member bringing several guests. The meeting opened with the reading of the institute creed, after which correspondence was read and business dealt with.

During the afternoon several items were given and were much appreciated. These consisted of elocution by Miss Blnns, of Frankton, a pianoforte solo by Miss D. Windsor and character songs fey the local girls. Mrs Parker and Mrs Scott acted a duologue, “Polly Put The Kettle On,” for which they were heartily applauded. Two competitions were held during the afternoon, the winners being Miss Binns, of Frankton, and Mrs Baird, of Matangi. The Institute flower competition was won by Mrs Clarry, senr., and Miss D. Reece, junior. In view of Miss V. Brown’s approaching marriage, Mrs Allwood presented her with a brass fruit dish and on behalf of the institute wished her the best of happiness in her married life. A presentation was also made to Miss D. Windsor, from the institute girls, in appreciation of her services in acting as pianist for the afternoon. Afternoon tea was served by the hostesses, Mesdames N. Pope, W. Pope, T. Neil, Andrews, Attwood and Mancktelow, after which the meeting concluded with the singing of the National Anthem. AT ROTO-O-RANGL The celebration of the fourth birthday of the Roto-o-rangi Women's Institute was held recently at the residence of Mrs Workman, Mrs Wakefield presiding. After reciting the creed the business of the meeting was dealt with. Mrs Wakefield presented an excellent re-

port of the annual conference of the Waikato Federation of Women’s institutes, and was accorded a heartyvote of thanks. The social part of the afternoon opened with the singing: of the National Anthem, followed by the institute song, “Comrades and Friends.” A cordial welcome was extended to visitors. A pianoforte solo by Miss Gwen Nickle, and song by Miss D. Lockhead were much enjoyed. Mrs R. Martin gave a humorous reading and Mrs Cooper a recitation. The roll call, “Riddles,” brought forth a wealth of information. In a competition arranged by Mrs Burton Mrs R. Martin and Mrs Cooper tied. A guessing competition in which there were three awards resulted as follows: Mrs Reid, Mrs Hills and Mrs Barton. A beautiful birthday cake made and presented by Mrs Wakefield was much enjoyed and she was accorded a hearty vote of thanks. Mi's Stone was presented with a beautiful ibunch of vfiolets, also a bouquet and a lovely vase, as expressions of the esteem in which she is held. Gifts were £*lso received by Misses D. and L. Lisle and regret was expressed* at the loss of these members who are leaving the district. Miss Griffin, on behalf of Maungatautari, Mrs Shaw on behalf of Fencourt, and Mrs Lockhead on behalf of Karapiro expressed their enjoyment of the hospitality of Roto-o-rangi members. Mrs Gavin Reid, Miss Jeanie Reid, Miss Workman and Miss Gwen Nickle were hostesses. A treasure hunt brought a delightful afternoon to a close. AT NGARUAWAHIA. The usual monthly meeting of the Ngaruawahia Women’s Institute was held in the Oddfellows’ Hall on May 19 Mrs Loughnan presiding. After the usual business was dealt with the afternoon was given over to the hostesses, Mesdames Bunn and McCarthy, who provided a very enjoyable afternoon’s entertainment. Items were given by Mrs W. Waring (Taupiri), and Misses Dougherty and Dianne Rhodes (Hamilton). A competition was won by Mrs Waring. It was decided to donate £1 to the King George V. Memorial for permanent health camps. Mrs M. Prendergast was elected secretary and Mrs Empson was accorded a very hearty vote of thanks for acting in the meantime. A motion of sympathy was passed

to Mrs Rowe in her recent bereavement. The meeting closed with the singing of the National Anthem.

AT ARAPUNI. Mrs Aikman presided over a good attendance at the May meeting of the Arapuni Women’s Institute. A report of the general conference held at Hamilton was read by the secretary. A demonstration of “tatting” was given by Mrs Vette. Mrs McCowan showed hpw the colouring of various articles with sealing wax was effected. The competition winners were:--Apron, Mrs Wallace; and sausage rolls, Mesdames Williams and Eves, equal. Papers on a debate “immigration,” vere read and a li/ely discussion folowed. A voto was taken and the majority went against “immigration.” The roll call, “The place where I was born,” proved very interesting; this was followed by a short talk on the Waikato Winter Show. The hostesses were Mesdames McGregor, Ackland and Wilson. ATWHATAWHATA. The May meeting of the Whatawhata Women’s Institute was held in the local hall recently, the president, Mrs Russell, presiding over a good attendance of members. The meeting opened with the singing of the Institute song. An invitation from Horotiu to attend their birthday party on May 29, was received. Members were reminded of the group meeting to be held on May 27. A social afternoon will be held at the Lyceum Club on June 1, when the Winter Show court shields will be presented. Members unanimously agreed to enter a court in next year’s Winter Show. The roll call, “The talent or profession I would choose,” brought some interesting and varied replies. The competition, “Eggless biscuits,” was closely contested and eventually won by Miss E. Rothwell. A short debate, the subject being “Should sport be played on Sundays,” was much enjoyed, those taking part being Mesdames Soper, Hirst, Elphick and Russell. A report of the recent federation council meeting was given by the delegate. The roll call for next month will be “A sick room hint.” The competition will be for an article made from wool costing no more than 6s. Members are also requested to -bring a Peggy square to the next meeting. Mrs Elphick will give another travel talk next month. Afternoon tea was served by the hostesses, Mesdames Barrett and Elphick. The singing of the National Anthem brought an enjoyable after- ; noon to a close. AT FRANKTON. The monthly meeting of the Jubilee Women’s Institute (Frankton), was held in St. James’ Hall on May 20, Mrs Hogarth presiding over a good attendance. The meeting opened with the creed and institute song. After the usual business and correspondence was dealt with the president welcomed visitors and six new members. The winners • of the competitions were: “An invisible patch,” Mrs Forster 1, Mrs Scrimgeour 2; “jar of flowers,” Mrs Mclndoe 1, Mrs Gibson An interesting demonstration, “Making violets from wood-pulp,” was given by Mrs Franks, who was accorded a hearty vote of thanks. Mrs Wilson entertained with a humorous elocutionary item which was much enjoyed. Afternoon tea was served by the hostesses, Miss Law. Mrs Franks and Mrs Harvey. Mrs Thornley did good business at the trading table. The meeting closed with the National Anthem. AT HANGATIKI. A Maori Women’s Institute has been formed at Hangatiki following in close succession the formation by the Women’s Division of the Farmers’ Union of a Maori branch of that body in another part of the King Country in the Tokaanu District. This, together with the Maori Welfare Federation and a branch of the Maori Labour Party, both of which have been previously formed at Te Kuiti, displays an encouraging awakening interest among the Maori people in their future progress. AT GLEN MASSEY The monthly meeting of the Glen Massey Institute was held in the hall recently, and attended by a fair num-

During the meeting members were pleased to have a visit from Mrs .1 Ward Chapman. The president of the Waikato Federation, who gave a very interesting talk on National Council and Institute Affairs. The cooking competition, a plate of plain toffee, was won by Mrs R. Blair and the points competition was won by Mrs W. Geraud. A game of musical rings was won by Mrs Chapman. Elocutionary items by Mrs Kelly were very much appreciated. Hostesses for the day were Mesdames Kelly, Lang, Donaldson, and Miss Lang.