Country Life Interests

Waikato Times, Volume 129, Issue 21513, 30 August 1941, Page 13

Country Life Interests

A page devoted U* the interest* of the Country Women of the Waikato, and in particular to advancing and recording the activities of those two great national organisations, the Women’s Institutes and the Women's Division of the Farmers' Unioa.

EUREKA GROUP MEETING

A pleasant day was spent at the Eureka Hall recently when members of the Women’s Institutes belonging to the Eureka Group, gathered together for one of their interesting meetings. Tauwhare members acted 1 as hostesses, and Mrs Mclnnes, pre- j sident of the Tauwhare Women’s Institute, presided over a fair attend- j ance. Very interesting talks, given , by Mrs J. Scobie (Hamilton) on first j aid and Mrs T. Parker (Hamilton) on the Lady Galway Guild were interspersed with humorous plays, ; readings, piano and vocal items, given by members of visiting Institutes, which were very much enjoyed. Mrs Warren, the Federation president, who gave a short address concerning Institute work, and visiting members of the executive committee were accorded a very hearty welcome. Mrs J. Ward-Chhpman spoke a few words on the Women’s War Service Auxiliary. The appeal for children’s warm bloomers, to be forwarded overseas with the next shipment of clothing from the Waikato, resulted in a large parcel being handed in to Mrs Parker for the Lady Galway Guild. Thanks were given by Mrs Mclnnes to the speakers and to those responsible for the entertainment. EUREKA The monthly meeting of the Eureka Women’s Institute was held recently, Mrs Harris presiding over a small attendance of members. The meeting adjourned to enable members to attend the Matangi Women’s Institute birthday celebrations which were held the same afternoon. KAIPAKI The monthly meeting of the Kaipaki Women's Institute was held when the president, Mrs A. Goodwin, presided. This month marked the tenth anniversary of the inauguration of the Institute. Although members decided to forego birthday celebrations the meeting was made as bright as possible. The president extended birthday greetings and expressed a hope that next year’s celebration would be in peace time. Each member received a small birthday token. A letter regarding field days and the Dominion Federation’s report and balance-sheet were discussed. A letter of thanks was received from the Waikato Hospital for 21 hot-water bottle covers. Mrs Warren, Waikato Federation, president, accepted an invitation to attend the September meeting. '*&■' The motto, given by Mrs F. Boyd, was: “It is very easy to find reasons why other people should be patient.” The roll call, “a Limerick,” caused a lot of fun and was won by Mrs C. Cowley. A floral competition was won by Mrs A. M.' Fisher. This finalised the competition which had been running throughout the year, and a handsome pottery vase was presented to Mrs A. Fisher. A competition for babies’ knitted bootees was won by Mrs W. Cunningham, with Mrs F. Boyd second. These will be handed to the Lady Galway Guild. The sales table, in charge of Miss Tarr, did good business in helping •the soldiers’ parcels fund. The president read several short cuttings of interest, and a “Prince’s Tale.” The hostesses were Mrs A- Steenson and Mrs S. Kite. WHATAWHATA The August meeting of the Whatawhata Women’s Institute was held recently, Mrs Guthrie presiding. The roll call, “A humorous item read from 9 newspaper,” was well responded to and proved very amusing. Business at the sales table was brisk. Miss Rothwell and Miss P. Eyre, two members of the First Aid team, gave an interesting demonstration on the uses of the triangular bandage, for which they were accorded a hearty vote of thanks. Competitions: Milk jug cover, Mrs W. G. Morris 1, Miss Rothwell 2; best bloom, Mrs Wflcock 1, Miss P. Eyre 2. Afternoon tea was served by Mrs H. Johnstone and Mrs Wilcock. WARDVILLE Theer was a good attendance at the August meeting of the Wardville Women’s Institute, over which Mrs Schaare presided. The motto for the afternoon was “It’s better to be a small wheel turning than a big j wheel standing still.” The annual report from the Dominion Federation was read. It was decided to support the Women’s Association in their appeal to the Government to establish a gynaecological college in Auckland. The roll call, “Three most useful herbs in the garden,” brought forth a good response. There was the following good display of knitted articles from three previous competitions:—Twelve baby’s bonnets, 11 pairs of bootees and 6 baby singlets. All are being sent to the Lady Galway Guild. Mrs Carseldine sent a large parcel of beautiful gifts to be sold, the proceeds to go to the soldiers’ parcel fund. A child’s rainbow jersey, donated by Mrs Carseldine, was won by Miss June Newson, the proceeds from this also to go to the soldiers’ parcel fund. It was decided to start the next Institute meeting at 11 a.m. to allow j members who have to help with j milking to get home early. The St. j John Ambulance will commence a } scries of lectures on First Aid, com- , mencing August 13. It was decided ; that no prizes be given for monthly ! j competitions, and the money be ; donated to the soldiers’ parcels. Two new members were enrolled, Mrs - Robinson and Mrs Mellows. Mrs Ingley demonstrated rug-mak- ■ mg from woollen materials. A solo rendered by Mrs Schaare was much , appreciated. Wool and material was , distributed for making up and two pairs of children’s pyjamas were sent , to the Lady Galway Guild. Competitions: Best flower, Mrs F. i Hughes 1, Mrs Newson 2, Miss ; Elliott 3; novelty apron, Mrs Elliott I, Miss Elliott 2, Mrs Newson 3; , pikelets, Mrs Schaare 1, Mrs Parker , 2, Mrs Bartleet 3. The hostesses for the afternoon were Mesdam.es Parker and Ingley. ;

TAUWHARE | The Tauwhare Women’s Institute ! held its monthly meeting recently, j Mrs Mclnnes presiding. Pleasure ! was taken in welcoming a new memi ber, Miss Audrey Houghton. It was ; unanimously decided to adhere to the | past arrangements of sending parcels to the soldiers and not money. Members expressed their opinion that the messages sent in the parcels were much appreciated. Six parcels were sent in July. Mrs Wiflfin, who is leaving the dis- : trict, was presented with a farewell 1 gift and floral spray by Mrs Mc- | Innes, who, on behalf of the members, ! thanked her for her services and : wished her good luck. Two charm- | ing songs were sung by Miss E. Scott. The roll call, “The things I enjoy most each day,” was well answered. Mrs E. Pope and Miss E. Scott both won competitions. ORINI The August meeting of the Orini Institute was well attended. New members were enrolled and warmly welcomed by the president, Miss Houghton. Mrs Seath, the secretary, read the president’s message from the current Home and Country and it was decided to take her advice and knit a community pull-over for the merchant marine service. Wool was distributed for soldiers’ knitting. Nine parcels were packed for soldiers overseas, a suitable limerick, composed by a member, being enclosed in each one. The Institute also packs other soldiers’ parcels which are donated by the staff of the Orini cheese factory. A competition for a thrift article was won by Mrs Seath. Afternoon tea was served by Mrs Dryden and Mrs Handy. TE UKU The August meeting of the Te Uku Women’s Institute was held recently, Mrs Dent presiding over a good attendance. A vote of sympathy was passed to Mr Drabble and family in their recent bereavement. A collection will be taken up at the September meeting toward Christmas comforts for the lepers. A committee was set up to attend to the dispatching of a Christmas parcel to each soldier who has been farewelled from the district. Mrs Rolling entertained with two vocal solos. A demonstration of spinning wool was given by Mrs F eatherstonhaugh. Roll of honour:—Bowl of mixed flowers: Mrs Death 1, Mrs Power 2. Best bloom: Mrs Checkley 1, Mrs Death 2. The hostesses were Mesdames Checkley, Styles and Miss Checkley. WHITIKAHU The monthly meeting of the Whitikahu Women’s Institute was held recently. A most interesting letter was read from the sister Institute in Kent, England, where they are still carrying on bravely in spite of living in what has now come to be known as “Hell’s Corner.” It was decided to send them another gift of tea, etc., the former parcel unfortunately not having reached them. Mrs Clark gave a humorous reading entitled “A Day of Ups and Downs.” Although the members are already knitting comforts for soldiers, and helping the Red Cross, in addition to sending parcels to relatives in the Forces, they intend to do their share in helping supply balaclavas, scarves, etc., urgently appealed for by the Patriotic Society and the secretary was to get in touch with the Morrinsville branch for wool. Competitions: Best bloom, Mrs S. Brown 1, Mrs Hanton 2; needlework, Miss Vera Best 1, Mrs Hanton 2. Tea was provided by the hostesses, Mesdames N. and S. McConnell, Priest and Scott.

JUBILEE The Jubilee Women’s Institute helc its August meeting recently, Mr: Winter presiding. All new members were welcomed. Mrs Benne gave a most instructive talk oi pruning rose bushes. The detail: of the spring flower show of th< Jubilee Institute, which is to be helc 1 on September 25, were discussed. Competitions: Sugar bag apron Mrs Gibson 1, Mrs Thomson 2; tir of ginger nuts for soldiers parcels Miss Law 1, Mrs A. Fisher 2; unwired posy, Mrs Gibson 1, Mr: Thornley 2. The hostesses were Mesdame: Wood, Newson, Gilmore, Mclndoe. OHINEWAI The monthly meeting of the Ohinewai Women’s Institute was held or August 7, the vice-president, Mrs M Lynch, presiding. Two new members were elected. A sketch bj Miss McGaughran and Miss Hoskins was much enjoyed. The golden thread was read bj Miss Pipe and the roll call, "Wha my husband dislikes most,” drew forth some amusing answers. Competitions: Best bloom, Mrs E H. Pipe; moccasins, Mrs Watson 1 Mrs Burroughs 2. FAIRFIELD The August meeting of the Fairfield Women’s restitute was helc recently, Mrs W. J. Chapman presiding over a good attedance. New members were welcomed. Two invitations to birthday parties at T( Kowhai on September 17 and Whitiora, September 24, were accepted. Regret was felt at losing an ok member, Mrs Grose, who is going U Morrinsville, and also Mrs Waite wh( is not able to continue with the treasurer’s position. A field day has been arranged foi the group for talk and discussion or given subject -. Mrs Davy’s bridge afternoor every. Wednesday has resulted in ; good sum being realised, which ha: enabled the sending of several more parcels to soldiers overseas. The drama circle meets at Mr; Curling’s home, Grey Street, or alternate Mondays and new member; are welcomed. Parcels are to be packed at Bledisloe Hall on September 10 for the

NGAHINAPOURI

There was a good attendance of members at the August meeting of the Ngahinapouri branch of the Women’s Division, when Miss Jamieson presided. The annual social substantially increased the funds, and money raised from the supper cloth donated by Miss Gummer is to be used for soldiers’ comforts. An urgent appeal was read for members to help in supplying knitted garments for the Merchant Marine Service. A number of beautifully knitted garments was handed in for the Galway Guild. Members were asked to come much earlier next meeting to help wrap up soldiers’ parcels. Competitions:—Soldiers’ hussif, Mrs Neil Reid; flowers, Mrs Bromwich and Mrs McGregor. Tea was served by Mrs Reid and Mrs McCallum.

NAWTON-ROTOKAURI Nawton-Rotokauri’s ninth birthday was celebrated recently. Mesdames Stevenson and Waters, two of the oldest members present, received the guests, who were later welcomed by the president, Mrs Frost. * A competition, arranged by Mrs Elvey, was won by Mrs Gennane, and the winners of a flower competition were Mesdames Heerdigen and Wilcocks. The following items were contributed and made a very enjoyable programme:—Violin solo, Miss Wilson; dance, Miss Glover; elocutionary item, Mrs Frost; songs, Mrs Colin Wilson; ballet dance, Miss Raoni Bryant; songs. Mrs Elvey; elocutionary item, Miss Iris Andrews; vocal duet, Mesdames Wilson and Garland. The accompanists were Mesdames Wilson and Frost. The artists were presented with floral sprays and the president of the Waikato Federation, Mrs Warren, alter addressing the meeting, received a posy of flowers. Mesdames Waters and Comer cut and distributed the beautiful birthday cake, which was decorated with a large V for victory.

patriotic committee. • An interesting and much appreI c:ated talk was given by the Rev. I Richards on “England at war.” j Mrs Woods accompanied by Mrs j Grant, gave two songs and each was presented with a posy of violets. I The best bloom competition was I won by Mrs K. **yke with a seane.