News of the Unions.

White Ribbon, Volume 27, Issue 314, 18 August 1921, Page 11

News of the Unions.

(The Editor cannot promise to insert . anything in the next issue that does not reach her by the Bth of the month. Correspondents are requested to write their Reports as concisely as possible, on one side of tlie paper only. Newspaper cut tings are unsuitable.) WINCH MORE-GREEN STREET. Jsl) ft. T Iv Taylor Day. Mi. Robinson in the chair. Motion of sympathy was passed with Mrs Glasso y and family in their bereavement. Mrs Bennett was elected to represent Pnion at forthcoming Provincial Convention. to be held at Kaiapoi on 6th and 7th of September. A very tine address was delivered by Miss Kennedy (Ashburton) on the "Motherhood of our Saviour" (St. Luke, Ist chap., 26 to 47 verses). The speaker prefaced her remarks by instancing cases of the kind hearted chivalry shown to the weaker sex by our late leader, Mr T. E. Taylor. In concluding an original and interesting address, Miss Kennedy paid a tribute to our organisation by declaring that during and since the Dominion Conference she was more convinced than over that the W.C.T.P. was going to be the means of raising women to their rightful sphere. By special request. the solo. "Only a Baby Small." was sweetly sung by Mrs Constable. Two new members enrolled. WELLINGTON CENTRAL. A pleasant "At Home” was held at the Y.M.C.A. on Friday, 15th July. The room was prettily decorated with spring flowers and wattle. Mrs McDonald (President) welcomed the guests. In spite of the severe weather conditions, the attendance was good. Musical items were given by Mrs Burt’s instrumental party, and songs by Mrs Bond. Miss Mueller, and Miss Gwen Evans. A hearty welcome was extended to Sister Maude Coleman, who recently arrived in the Dominion by the Rimutaka. Sister Maude contrasted the conditions of the drink traffic in England and New Zealand, showing that while conditions both in England and Scotland are a long way behind New Zealand, the Scottish position is a great improvement on that of England. Sister Maude urged the necessity for Jooking well after the women arriving in the Dominion. Mrs Evans, Superintendent of Home Meetings. organised the reception, and Mrs Clark assisted Mrs Evans in dispensing afternoon tea. Several members joined the Pnion. LEIGH.' June. President in the chair. Fair attendance. The Pnion collected arid

Hostel Fund, and wishes to thank all friends for their liberal donations. Mrs R. Matheson read an article entitled ‘The Tears of the Bible." Resolved to write to Miss Henderson for advice as to what course to take to start a campaign against the evil of gambling on the racecourse. The Pnion wishes that all Unions would work together to abolish this dreadful curse of gambling. July 28. Smali attendance, on account of bad weather. Mrs Grigg In the chair. Letter from the Auckland W.C.T.P. thanking the Pnion for money collected for the Hostel Fund, also from Adjutant Gordon thanking the Pnion for parcel of clothing. Lengthy discussions on the evil of gambling on horse racing and the unsatisfactory stale of the divorce laws. CAMBRIDGE. May 12. President (Mrs W. K. Watson) In chair. Small attendance. Several prayers were offered by mem hers for Individual strength and ae. tivity in the cause. Mrs C. .1. Wilkinson’s letter read notifying removal, received with regret. Mrs Don’s report of World Convention was read by the President. June 9. President in the chair. Fair attendance. During the afternoon Rev. J. D. McArthur gave a Temperance address, much appreciated. July 14. Fair attendance. Mrs Watson in the chair. Letters were read from Mrs Lee-Cowie and Mrs C. J. Wilkinson. Afterwards a very fine address was delivered by Rev. Roseveare on "Social Hygiene." Cun of tea partaken of. CARTERTON. Aug. 2. Considering the boisterous weather there was a fairly good attendance. The President. Mrs Peryman, was in the chair. After matters were discussed, it was decided that a meeting and social combined should be held in the evening of the 15th August in the Church of England Sunday School. Musical items and supper will be provided. Also that Mrs Don. from Dunedin, speak at the meeting. Two delegates were appoint*’l to attend the Convention at the Lower Putt on September 28th and !9 f h. WELLINGTON. The Wellington W.C.T.P. hel i a Memorial Service on Thursday. August 4th. in the Constable Street Rorms for the late Mrs A. R. Atkinson, when Mrs Johnson Wright (President) presii od. Mrs Crabb (Palmerston North) VicePresident of the National Executive, was also present. Mrs Pervman had been closely associated »vi T h Mts Atkinson in connection with the work cf the Pnion. and said how invaluable her help had been on deputations when asking for new or amended legis'ition,

as her strong sense of justice and womanly sympathy was a powerful mi\ocate, and enabled her to press home the important points. Mrs Peryman spoke of Iho loss sustained by I he passing of such a leader, whose gentleness and sweet gracious influence had endeared her to all, and what this irreparable loss means to us we cannot now’ realise. The Rev. J. Com lie, on behalf of the N.Z. Alliance, spoke* of the womanliness, dignity, courage and sanity of Mrs Atkinson, and pleaded for all to do their best to fill up the breach in »h< ranks, and although no ore could fill Mrs Atkinson’s place, everyone had it in their power to do something to lift a little higher the life of the community, and help !hnr weaker brothers and sisters. Mis Macdonald, President of the Central Pnion spoke briefly and feelingly of her association with their late President. Mosdamcs Bott and Mowlem sang r.s a duet. "Remembered only by What We Have Done," and specially chosen hymns were sung during tin service. Great sympathy was expressed for Mr Atkinson, his daughter and relatives in the loss that had hr fa lien them. KAIAPOI. July 27. Mrs Scott in the chair. A good attendance. A vote of sympathy was passed to the family of the late Mr Richard Evans. Mr Evans had always been a great worker in the Temperance cause. He will he greatly missed. Committees were elected to deal with the business in connection with the Provincial Convention, to be held here in September. Decided to hold two public meetings while Convention was on Miss Bougham (New Zealand authoress) will give an address on "Prison Reform." Next Band of Hope will be held on August 15th The Rev. Ryburn will give an address. One new member was initiated. INVERCARGILL DISTRICT. Aug. 2. Mrs Lillierap presided over a fair attendance. Special letters of remembrance were sent during the month to as many of the pioneers of the W.C.T.P. as were still present with us. At the previous meeting a paper of reminiscences of the early movement in Invercargill, given by Mrs C. W. Brown, who, though unable, through infirmity, to he present, still holds an honoured place in the esteem of the members, proved most interesting. It showed that two years before Mrs Leavitt came to New Zealand to organise, a band of noble women, under the* leadership of Mrs C. VV. Brown, formed the first W.C.T.P. in New Zealand. Deep regret was expressed at the loss of Mrs A. R. Atkinson. Mrs Kennedy was nominated as delegate to the Provincial Convention in Dunedin, and Mrs Lillierap. Misses Dewar and Birss promised also to he present. Encouraging news

was received from the newly formed Branch at Orepuki. Decided to try and get branches formed at Winton and I-umsden. A meeting for prayer for the success of our cause is to be held on the iast Tuesday of every month. OXFORD. July 6. White Ribbon Day. President in the chair. Rev. Lewis addressed the meeting helpfully to those present on the Trinity, stressing the fact that the W.C.T.U. was fighting a trinity of evils, namely, PrinK, Gambling, and the great social evil. He received a heartv vote of thanks. Miss Caverhill gave a very fine report of work done at Alliance Conference, for which a hearty vote of thanks was passed. Mrs Hawke, “White Ribbon” Superintendent, reported the increased circulation of our official organ, 62 copies being circulated, and also eight free copies. One is put into the reading room of the Oxford Library every month. A motion of sympathy was passed with Mrs Kippenberger and family in the death of her father. One new member was enrolled, and one new subscriber to “White Ribbon.” Collection in aid of Maori Fund. July 27. Good attendance. Mrs Hyde in the chair.. A resolution was passed expressing sympathy with the relatives of the late Mrs A. R. Atkinson. of Wellington, and regret at the great loss of one who could so ill be spared from the Temperance cause. The President said they had inet to celebrate T. E. Taylor Day. one of the notable days of the Union. An article bearing on the life and work of Mr Taylor was read by the President. An excellent paper was contributed by Mrs Lewis (Superintendent of Notable lays), for which she was heartily thanked. Decided to vote £1 10s to the Maori work. A delegate was ap. pointed to attend the District Convention, to be held at Kaiapoi in September. Decided to offer prizes to children attending the local schools for essays on the effects of alcohol or the human body. AUCKLAND DISTRICT. July 27. Mrs Cook presided. Good attendance. The President warmly welcomed Mrs Mays, of Kansas, America, mother of the Secretary to the American Consul'General, and also Sister Alley, from Melbourne. Mrs Macky gave a most interesting account of work among the seamen who visit our port. A hearty vote of thanks was passed to her. *At the Executive meeting, held a week previously, a vote of sympathy was passed to Mr A. R, Atkinson on the great sorrow he has passed through on the death of his beloved wife. We as a Union feel that the Dominion has suffered an irreparable loss in the death of this gifted lady. We sympathise very

sincerely with her fellow-Dominion officers in their heavy loss of one so valuable to our cause. N.E. VALLEY. July 23. The quarterly evening meeting held. The President presided over a large gathering of members and friends. Mrs Peart spoke on the life and work of the late Mrs A. R. Atkinson. and a motion of sympathy was passed with Mr Atkinson and his daughter, also with Mrs P. Gray, whose brother had passed away. An invitation from the Dunedin District Union to join them in a church parade on August 7th was accepted. An invention from the Rev. R. E. Fordyce to attend the Glenaven Methodist Church was also accepted. The Misses Lowe and Gibb were appointed delegates to the Provincial Convention. KAIKORAI. July 29. Attendance improved. The President in the chair. The Secretary reported having attended an Executive meeting at Ihe Central Union to make arrangements for the Provincial Convention. Derided to assist with catering for one afternoon meeting of the Convention. Mesdames Malcolm and \rmit appointed to take charge of our portion of the catering. Mesdames Somerville and Armit appointed to re present our Union at the Convention I‘resident reported holding anothei very successful cottage meeting for members who are unable to attend our regular minting. Mrs Martin spoke of the life and work of the late Mrs Atkinson, also of the expected visit of Mrs Mary Armour. MANAIA. Jul\ 12. Small attendance. Airs Pattersen presided. Six babies’ names for the Cradle Roll. Mrs Ode!’ was appointed Superintendent for Scattered Members. Votes of sympathy were passed with Mrs Gilbert and Mrs Baird on account of illness in their family. Report of Provincial Convention read, also some into»osting paper cuttings. AUCKLAND DISTRICT. July 13. A very successful pay-up social in the Central Mission Hall. Mrs Cook presided, a large gathering of members and friends present. Solos and a recitation given. Miss Paul, our Evangelistic Superintendent, gave a very helpful talk. Mrs Lee-Cowie addressed the gathering on “Some Famous Women I Have Met: Frances Willard. T-ady Henry Somerset. Ellis Hopkins, Della Cook. Fanny Crosby, I-ady Astor." Decided that a letter of thanks and congratulation he sent to Lady Astor for her fearless speech in Parliament against the proposed Rill to do away with the wartime restrictions in the liquor trade in Britain. Afternoon tea was dispensed, and five new niiin

bors initiated. The Union has promised t« collect £, p »0 towards the Dominionwide prize essay scheme proposed by the Alliance. HENDERSON. June 29. Mrs Attwood presided, and there was a good number of members and friends present to welcome Mrs Lee-Cowie and Mrs Garroway, who gave us an interesting and all to short address on what our W.C.T.U, began in and sonn of the work carried on by our different risters in this and other lands. Rev. W. Blight proposed a vote of thanks to Mrs Lee-Cowie, and as a returned soldier, gave us some “facts” of how things were put to the boys, and the reason he felt for many of our votes being lost at last election. There were «ight new members enrolled, and Miss Thomas kindly gave a solo. Afternoon tea brought a very enjoyable afternoon to a close. July. Meeting was presided over by Mm Attwood. A v< ry good attendance, considering the stormy weather. Report of delegates to District Convention was given. The principal impression given was get to work at once, not to waste time at all —work for the election now. Decided to ask Mrs Garraway to give us an address in September, if possible. Decided to begin sewing parties on our day of meeting, slewing to begin at 1.30 p.m., and meeting at 3 p.m. Garments to tie sent to Red Cross Nurse for distribution among th*ick poor in Auckland. SOUTH INVERCARGILL. Jilly 12. Mrs Mocgregor presided over an attendance of 40. Mrs Fair bairn (Vice-President and Secretary of L.T.L. Committee) tendered hrr resig nation on account of ill-health. Decided to regretfully accept same. Final arrangements were made for a Jumble Sale to be held on the 19th. Mrs Stan ley Brown then addressed the members, her talk b( ing entitled "Lil.vwork.” She spoke of the building of the temple and of the wonderful beauty and decorative lily work on the temple, then of the great beauty God had made in nature, and urged all present to cultivate beauty of strength and word and deed. Mrs Macgregor and Mrs l’asley voiced the thanks of her hearers to Mrs Brown for her beautiful message to the women of the W.C.T.U. Eight new members were received. RAKAIA. July 14. Mrs Field opened the meeting. Two visitors from the Ashburton Branch present, Mrs I-ill and Mrs Brown. Mrs 1-ill gave an address rn “Scientific Temperance Teaching <n Schools,” and how the W.C.T.U. helped to get it, which was greatly appreciated by those present. Mrs Brown gave a recitation. Mrs Field and Mrs Hunt

were chosen as delegates to the Provincial Convention, to be held in September at Kaiapoi. Afternoon tea was handed round. HA VVER A. July 28. Mrs Scott presided, and the attendance was eighteen. Votes of sympathy were passed to Mr A. R. Atkinson and Miss Atkinson in their sad bereavement, and also to Mrs Hayward in the loss of her mother. Rev. Liversedge gave a report of the Prohibition League meeting, which was held on July 18th. An interesting report of the visits paid to the Maori pahs by Mrs Poraumati (the Maori Organiser) and Rev. Curran was given by Rev. Curran. An address was also given by Mrs Poraumati. Rev. Curran suggested that the W.C.T.C. should have good books translated into the Maori language. A meeting of the Maoris who have signed the temperance pledge is to be held, to form a strong Maori Union. The W.C.T.C. members agreed to provide afternoon ten. Proposed by Rev. Liversedge, and seconded by Mrs Cray, that Rev. Curran and Rev. Had don be appointed to take charge of the Maori W.C.T.C. work in this district, with the help of the W.C.T.C. and the Prohibition League. Afternoon tea was provided. GREYTOWN. July 26. Mrs Whineop presided. After the meeting was opened, as a mark of respect to the memory of Mrs V inson our Mew Zealand Secretary, all present, at the request of the President. stood in silence. Although our numbers were small, we had a good meeting, discussing how we couid help the Willard Home. Seamen, and Maori work. Mrs Shanley has been appointed delegate to the Provincial Convention. WANGANUI DISTRICT. Aug. 4. Mrs Emmett, President, In the chair. Mrs (Joodey gave a paper on “Human Weaknesses.” A vote of sincere sympathy was passed in connection with the sad d-ath of Mrs Atkinson (nit Cnion regrets the loss by death of one of our Temperance leaders. Members present paying high tribute to her life's work. Arrangements well in hand in connection with the visit of our Maori Organiser, Mrs Poraumati. Our Cnion took charge of afternoon tea on “Children’s Day." and raised £l6 odd towards School Fund. The Baptist “Joy Boys” kindly gave a concert for our Hostel Fund, and raised £5 Is. Decided to hold a gift afternoon, also a flower stall during month for our Hostel Fund. In memory of the late T. E. Taylor, memos, from his life were read by Secretary, and a collection fQ r Maori Work taken up. Our Cnion passed a resolution that the Secretary write asking the Minister of Health, also our local Member of Parliament, to consider the advisability of providing an institution for those who are neither sane nor in-

sane, but in many cases have had no chance since birth. TAKAITNA. July 7. President in chair. Mrs Fulljatnrs paid us a visit, and spoke a few words. Mrs Lew ins gave a short address, based on the Sermon on the Mount. A violin solo was rendered by a lady friend. 21 present. Afternoon tea served. One initiated. Aug. 4. Mrs Lewi ns presided. 18 present. Mrs Mills gave an address on the words “Prepare ye the way of the Lord; make HL C patlis straight.” Mrs Rugg recited. Also a duet was rendered by two ladies. Afternoon tea served. Proposal to have working bee at meetings to help Hostel Fund. One new member. NEW BRIGHTON. July 19. A welcome to Mrs Cole, our newly-elected President. Speeches of welcome were given by Mesdames Walker and Jackson. Vic-Presidents of the Crion, and were responded to by Mrs Cole. An enjoyable musical progammo was arranged by Miss M. Spratt. including items from Mrs Dey. Misses Eaglesome, T. Buxton. Eileen Hooker and Spratt. Afternoon tea provided by the members. July 21. Mrs Bellamy presided, attendance good. Miss Henderson gave an address on Convention in Australia, which proved helpful and interesting, and vote of thanks was accorded her. A vote of deep .sympathy was passed to Mr Atkinson and daughter in their sad bereavement. Decided to send two delegates to Convention. A successful jumble sale was held on July 2nd to help the Social Welfare Guild in their good work among the poor. As a result of this sale £3() was handed in. PETONE. July. Mrs Murgatroyd presided. Mrs Jones reported that the ministers of the town had already moved in the matter of Bible reading in schools, which at our last meeting it was decided to psk Mrs Jones to mention at the School Committee meeting. Mrs Ashly and Mrs Jones were appointed delegates to the Provincial Convention at the Lower Hutt in September. One new member was received. July 20. A very pleasant afternoon was given by Mrs Shardlow and Mrs Jones. Songs were given by Mrs I’hilp and Mrs Chilaman, duet by Mrs Murgatroyd and Mrs Ashly. Mrs Waist rone gave a recitation; Miss Ashley and Master Crowther gave piano solos; two wee boys gave recita tions. All the items were very much enjoyed. The news had just been received of the death of Mrs A. R. Atkinnson, which cast quite a gloom over the meeting. Mrs Bird read the obituary notice from the morning paper. A vote of condolence was passed to Mr Atkinson and his daughter. All the members felt Mrs Atkinson’s loss very keenly, and realised how sorely she will be missed.

BLENHEIM. Aug. 2. Fair attendance. Mrs Brierley (President) in chair. Time spent planning work to prepare for coming campaign year. Inquiries to be made regarding the prospective visit to New Zealand of Mrs Armor, to endeavour to secure a visit to Blenheim. A social evening to be held in September to augment funds. Decided to inflict a fine of one penny per mem ber per meeting for attending minus the badge. Mrs Parker, “White Ribbon” agent, reported three new sub scribers to that paper. WAIPUKURAU. July 21. Miss Earnshaw has been working with Waipukurau for a little over a week, and at the kind invitation of Nurse Murphy a drawing-room meeting was held at her home on Thursday. There was a good attendance, and the room looked exceedingly pretty, with decorations of spring flowers. A huge bowl of greenery was surmounted with a large White Ribbon bow. Miss Earn* shaw presided, and gave an address on the “Great opportunity of service through our Union work,” urging the importance of work among the children and the "open door" for this work in our community. We were reminded that as Christian women, with God on our side, we should ever be strong and courageous, going forward, not in our own strength, but strong in the might of the Almighty One. That we dare not say a thing can’t be done, for thus limiting God’s power. Who never calls us to work for Him without giving us th» ability to d<» that work. Nurse Murphj was unanimously elected President, and Mrs and Miss Smales “White Ribbon’’ agents. Solos and pianoforte were contributed, and very highly appreciated. An initiatory service was conducted, a goodly number of members being received into the local Branch. A very dainty afternoon tea was provided by the members of the Union. Votes of thanks were passed to Miss Earnshaw and Nurse Murphy, the performers, and the ladies who served tea. HASTINGS. July 28. Mrs Darbey presided. Apologies for absence were received from Mrs Bert Smith (Press Reporter) and Mrs French (Treasurer), owing to illness. Mrs Wilson (Secretary) had been summoned hastily to Christchurch owing to the death of her mother. Mrs Paul, convener of the Mothers’ Rest Committee, gave a very interesting report. and the Committee were warmly congratulated on the work done during the month. A hearty welcome was extended to our Organiser. Miss Earnshaw, who spoke of her plan of work whilst in Hastings, asking for suggestions, and gave an address on “Personal Responsibility and Service.” Our President urged all members to work hard to help us gain an overwhelming victory at the 1922 Campaign. At the close of the meeting membership cards were distributed, and Miss Earnshaw

urged members to make an effort to report at least one new member gained before next meeting. RICHMOND (NELSON). July 13 . Mrs Oliver Sutton presided. Addresses were given by Mrs Blamires, Mrs Brown, and Mrs Watson, front Nelson. All emphasised the need for concentrating on th»* young people, owing to the increase of wine drinking amongst them, and also the need for tilling the ranks when the older members were unable to carry on. A motion of sympathy was passed with Mrs Burroughs in her sad bereavement. A letter from the Secretary of the Richmond Prohibition League was read urging members to attend the forthcoming annual meeting and aid on the work of the campaign. A hearty vote of thanks was accorded the ladies visiting the* Union, after which afternoon tea was served. K!>KNI >A I.H (SOITHI .AND). July 7. Fourteen members were present. Meeting & combined business and social one. Mrs l’ringle presided. Mrs Niven gave a short resume of her visit to W.C.T.U. Conference, held in Invercargill on 16th June, at which Mrs I H>n, Dominion President, w’as present; also of Mrs Don’s address in the Victoria Hall on the same evening. Earnest discussion on various ways of tending to further our cause was entered into by members. One new member, which makes our sixth new’ member lately. A nice programme was gone through, followed by afternoon tea. WAIFAWA. July. A special meeting was calk'd to meet our Organiser, Miss Earnshaw, who gave a brief address. Afternoon tea w’as served, and a general discussion followed. Our President thanked Miss Earnshaw, and wished her Godspeed in the work of our organisation. NELSON. July 11. One of the largest and mast enthusiastic meetings held f or some time. Miss Atkinson occupied the chair. The gathering was chiefly of a social nature, in honour of our es ‘•teemed sisters. Mrs and Miss Judson, who have recently returned from India, after two years’ absence. Opportunity was also taken to heartily welcome Mrs Blamires. from the Wanganui Union, and Mrs Duire from England. Mewdames Field, Watson, and Knapp extended a few words of welcome, and Mrs Judson and Mrs Blamires suitably replied. Three new members were initiated. also a member from England and one from Scotland were welcomed to our Union. A collection of £2 5s for Maori work. TIMARU. June 28 Mrs Norrie presided. 17 members pre-ent. Votes of sympathy with Mrs Howard. Mrs Low. Mrs Barker. and Mrs Murdoch and family passed. Caretaker reported 121 visitors paying about 316 visits, three socials.

three Sunday teas, and four Sunday services. The Harbour Board has granted a site for a new Sailors’ Rest, and several ways cf raising money for building were discussed. Decided to hold a “Violet Day,” and have a cake and produce stall in the town on September 23rd. One new member initiated. July 26. Large and enthusiastic meeting, 30 members present. Decided to have a Bazaar early next year, and preliminary arrangements were made for this. The President, Mrs Norrie, laid great stress on the fact that while the need of a new’ “Rest” is very great indeed, yet one must not lose sight of the fact that our great work is for Dominion Prohibition in 1022. Letters of sympathy were sent to Mrs Cave, Mrs Simmers, Mrs Werry, Mrs Ott, and Mr Atkinson. Miss rearson and Mrs Brown were appointed delegates to the Provincial Convention at Kaiapoi, and it was decided to invito Convention to meet in Timaru next year. Two new members were enrolled. ONEHDNGA. May. Attention drawn to Dr. Barnanlo’s collecting box. to be placid on tin* table at each meeting, so that members may contribute to this great cause. Mrs Musket and Mrs Hunter appointed delegates to No-Licensc Convention. Mrs Musket to represent our Union on Manakau No-License League. Result of election of two ladies on local School Committee for first time commented upon, one being Secretary of our Union. Resolutions passed by Convention discussed and confirmed by members. Cor. Sec. given instruclieiv and power to act should need arise l>etween meetings. Cup of tea and social chat concluded the meeting. June. Twenty-one members present, gratifying evidence of renewed interest in our work. setter from Mrs LeeCowie read. Several members expressed their intention of trying to gain Dominion members as result of lei ter. Verbal account of June 2nd No-License Convention given. Mrs College (one of our recent new members) elected “White Ribbon" Agent. Meeting closed with Renediction. July. Twenty-one present, members and friends. Cor. Sec. reported that Mrs Hunter had lost her mother. Vote of sympathy passed for herself and the family. Our President introduced Mrs Miller, who gave us an inteiesting and instructive address, beginning with her early work for W.C.T.U. and the young people, and then introducing the Social Hygiene Bill. All listened with great interest. A hearty vote of thanks and a good clap were given Mrs Miller. One new member gained. Afternoon tea, then the Benediction. CH R 1 ST( 'H l RCH DISTRICT. July 13. Mrs Taylor presided. Superintendent of Soc ial Welfare Guild reported 129 articles of clothing forwarded for distribution among sick and needy. Literature Superintendent reported four large parcels of magazines and books sent to cAmps und back-

blocks. Reported also 11 new babies on Cradle Roll. Silent vote of sym pathy with widow and family of late Richard Evans. July 27. T. E. Taylor Day. Ad dress by Rev. Patchett upon T. E. Taylor's work in early days of Prohibi tion movement, and also spoke of world Prohibition movement now in progress. Afternoon tea served. Vote of syni pathy to Mr A. R. Atkinson and his daughter in their sad loss by the passing of Mrs Atkinson, one of our ablest and most valued workers. TE KPITI. Aug. 9. Meetings resumed after an interval. Five new members joined. Mrs Hardy appointed "W.R." Agent, and Mrs Lopdell Superintendent of Social Work. Reported that a very successful Band of Hope started by the Union meets every three weeks, with an average attendance of over 100. OAMAKU. July 11. Mrs Moore presided over a large and representative* gathering. Three* new members initiated, and arrangements made for concert. Aug. 8. Mrs Moore in the chair. Attendance fair. Vote of sympathy with Mr and Miss Atkinson in the lass of Mrs Atkinson. Delegates appointed for Provincial Convention. Recoiled proceeds from concert £l3 15s. Votes of thanks passed to all who had assisted. Next meeting to be a i»ay up social. Mrs Moore gave an address on “Prison and Reform Work," which was much appreciated. DUNEDIN DISTRICT. June 7. Mrs Hiett in the chair. Invitation from N.K. Valley Union to attend parade at N.E. Valley Baptist Church on June 26th accepted. Resolved to support remit from Women’s National Council protesting igainst State jurisdiction of orphan children. Decided to send letter of thanks to Rev. Ray Stewart for address delivered at church parade in his church (May 15). Decided to hold a farewell social for Mrs A. S. Adams on June 21. Decided to distribute literature and to assist Mrs Driver in special efforts she was making to get a hutment put up in Takakapa (Catlins District) for th<* holding of services and meetings. Resolved to discuss means of reaching w’ayback districts at next meeting. July 5. Mrs Hiett in the chair. Vote of sympathy with the Misses Plack. whose mother, a lifelong and earnest member of the Union, had recently passed away, aged 91. Union decided to accept invitation from Rev. Knowles Keinpton to attend church parade at Hanover Street Baptist Church. Arrangements made to hold it on August 7th. Letter from Miss Smythe. Secretary Oamaru Union, detailing stejis taken to inaugurate Rest Room for women and children. Oamaru City Council were giving assistance. Mrs Hiett stated Executive had decided to hold a Provincial Con-

vention of Otago and Southland Unions on September 7,8, 9. Meeting confirmed decision. Various details of procsedings arranged or suggested, and Committees appointed. Mrs Don announced that Mrs Armor had consented to help in the Prohibition campaign of 1922, and spoke of her wonderful powers. Much enthusiasm displayed, lapsed member renewed, and one new member received.