News of the Unions.

White Ribbon, Volume 30, Issue 350, 18 September 1924, Page 10

News of the Unions.

PLEASE NOTE! 1. Every Union should report. 2. Reports must be short. 3. Mast be in by Bth of month. 4. Don’t report what you are going t, do. 5. Don’t send newspaper reports o! your meetings. UKKYTOWN. July. No meeting held, on account oi sickness. Aug. Mrs Morrison presided over good attendance of members. Silent pray*! was engaged in for voters to be guided aright at next election. Correspondent received from District President. District Secretary, Hon. I>. Stewart, Mrs Judson, md N.Z. Allhnce. Report for Convention read and approved. Several members expressed their willingness to canvass for n* w subscribers to "White Ribbon” and Union members. Suggested that pamphlets for young women, being prepared by Allian.e, lie distributed by canvassers. The President (Mrs Morrison) will represent Union it District Convention, Petone. O AMARU.

Aug Mr* J. J. Clark in the chair. Delegates were elected for the District Convention. Mis* McCann sang j solo, and ww heartily thank . Mr* Hictt, District Preaident, was heartily welcomed, and express. 1 her pleasure at being with us. Mrs Hlett then gave a stirring temperance address, which wjih liatened to with great Interest, and a hearty vote of thank* accorded her. Mis* Smyth'* recitation was much appreciated. Super was nerved. NORMANBY. Aug. President in the chair; fair attendance. Re Peace anti Arbitration, Secretary to write Mia Judson for leaflet*, alao for a wall ropy, which will he hung ill the achoo. One new member initiated. President rea : an article on motor menace an\l drink. Afternoon tea wan kindly provided by Mi Scott. \V 001 ,ST< >N - OP A \V A. Sept. 2. Mr* T. E Taylor preaided over an attendance of 17. The annual report an balance-sheet was rend and confirmed. Th membership ha* been Increased by 11 d urine the year, and is now 41, and we bave 1 1 subscriber* to the “White Ribbon. Tic President. Mr* A. U. Jenkins, and Mr* T \V. West, Treasurer, were re-elected, and Mrs Morley-Palmer was elected Recretarx Mrs Taylor gave a talk on temperance work and was accorded a hearty vote of thanks Afternoon tea was enjoyed. KAIAPOI. Aug. 27. A very good attendance. Mm Jackson presided. A letter was read from Mias Henderson. B.A. A deep vote of sympathy was passed (members standing) witl Mrs G. Blackwell, senr., and family, on th. death of her son. Mr O. Blackwell. A pre se'itation of fountain pen and silver Whit* Ribbon brooch was made on behalf of th> l T ni<>n to Mrs Merrin by the President, who spoke in eulogy of the work done by Mr.Merrin for the Union. Other members ala., spoke. Mrs Merrin suitably replied, expressing her intention to remain a member of the Kaiapoi Union. Mrs J. McCombs gave an address on “Social Hygleny,” ex plaining the attitude of the W.C.T.U. towards compulsory notification. It was agreed that Mr* Barnard 1 * suggestion: “That a petition from the Dominion Union on compulsory notification be signed by members of the Union, and presented to

Parliament," be a recommendation to Convention. Mesdarnes Stewart, Keetley, and Uhapman were appointed delegatee to the Prohibition Convention. It was agreed that we hold a social at an early dato to organise the Prohibition Committee. Social Committee for September: Mesdarnes harrett, Keetley, and Morland. DUNEDIN. Aug. 23. An enjoyable concert to raiee funds for next year's Dominion Convention. Aug. 16. Union gave a concert to the iimates of the Benevolent Institution. Sweets were passed round during the evening. Sept. 2. Pay-up social. Songs were rendered by Mesdarnes J. Bcurr and Marelli.; duet, Mesdarnes Planter and Dreaver; recitation. Miss P. Hutton. Attention was drawn to the case which came before the Police Court last week, where a g.rl of 19 \ears admitted that her step-father was the nther of her two Illegitimate children. The 'nion felt that it showed the need of raisng the age of consent to twenty-one years. The Union stressed the need for segregation of the sexual degenerate. EPBOM. Aug. 14. Mrs Neal presided. Letters were received from Remuera Bchool Committee and headmaster of Cornwall Park School, accepting framed peace message, to ang in the school. Decided to obs»i\. August 28th as T. E. Taylor Day. We were very grieved to hear that Mrs Muncaster. our visitor from Nelson Union, had passed away. A silent vote of sympathy was passed. Papers from Mrs Lee-Cowie on Temperance Work were read. Aug. 2s. Mrs Neal presided. District Convention to be held at Onehunga. Mrs Garratt and Mrs Stewart appointed delegates. A silent vote of sympathy was passed on the passing away of Miss Katterfleld’s father. Mrs Miller, from Ponsonby Union, was welcomed. Our President read i pai>er on T. E. Taylor. Two new members were initiated. CARTERTON. Aug. A good attendance. Mrs Every presided. A letter was read from the Willard Home. Palmerston North. Decided to *end a parcel of clothing. A most Interestng speech on the evils of moderate drlnkng given by the Rev. Courtney C. Weeks it the annual meeting of the National British Women’s Temperance Association, was read by Mrs Every. Mr Weeks said the whole trend of scientific knowledge went to show that an individual could have a larger, more creative life without alcohol than with It. There was nothing that threatened the home life ns alcoholic indulgence was doing. As he looked out Into the State he saw alcoholism constituted one of the greatest national scourges Af ternoon tea was served by Mesdarnes Udy and Smith. N.E VALLEY. Aug 30. Very successful "Bring and Huy" social. Proceedings opened in the afternoon by Rev. Georg.? Miller, and afternoon tea provided. Stalls displayed good assortment of useful articles, which bad been donated, and good business wp.s done. Evening again saw good attendance. and fine programme given. Supper provided at a small ocst, and practically everything for sale disposed of. Committee with very satisfactory balance in hand of (21 12s. Proceeds to go toward the expenses of Dunedin Convention, to be held m 1925.

RIVERTON. Sept. 1. Mrs Gray presided. Twelve present. letters read from Hon W. E Vfnssov and Sir Francis Bell, promising full onsl.leratlon to protest re *amblin K facilities etc Telejcram also read from our Member. Mr J. C. Thomson. Decided we advertise our meetings In the hite

Ribbon." The annual report of Willard Home read and discussed. Owing to other efforts being arranged for the present, left with Individual members to do what they can. Decided to hold Band of Hope social on September 26, "Y" members to be invited. The Band of Hope continues to flourish, the public meeting being well attended last week. Two prizes were given, one for the best story by the senior members, and one for the best recitation by the juniors. RANQIORA. Aug 29. Mrs Thwaites presided over a good attendance. President announced that the essays on Temperan<e had beon written by Standards V. and VI. in the local school, and were being Judged. Mrs J. McCombs, of Christchurch, gave a short account of the trip taken by Mrs Don ami Miss Henderson to America. She afterwards addressed the meeting on the medical aspect of Prohibition, basing her remarks on the contents of a pamphlet lasued by the Government. The address, which was listened to with marked attention, was a telling indictment of the effects of alcohol on the human system. The economic aspect of the liquor question was also touched on. and the grea* need of Temperance teaching in the schools was emphasised. The speaker was accorded a hearty vote of thanks. INVERCARGILL CENTRAL. Aug. 12. Meeting opened by our President. Mrs Lillicrap; good attendance. 1 decide 1 to hold District Convention on 24th Heptember. Mrs Walker read letter stating that Mrs Uoss, an esteemed mdmber and frl».nd, who passed had left r* '“f* v of 1500 to the Central Union. Mr Featherstone gave a very interesting address on the work of the White Cross League Two very Interesting letters were read by our President from Mrs Don and Miss Henderson, and we were pleased to hear they were having such a lovely time in America. A wreath was sent to our dear friend ami member, Mrs Ross. One new member Joined. ONEHUNGA. Aug. 14. A wet day, but a very good attendance for our Pay-up Social. A programme of music and recitations. Rev. (’ook gave a cheering address. A hearty vote of thanks to our Treasurer (Mrs Mushet). who arranged programme and to those who gave the various Items. Letter from District Secretary read accepting our invitation to hold the Auckland District Convention In Onehunga this year on September 11th. Committee to meet to make all ararng«meutH for same . Mesdanies Jamieson and Ashby appointed delegates to Convention. Resolved to provide t”he luncheon and a sit-down tea for the convenience of '.hose attending the Convention. Collection be taken at luncheon to defray expenses. Mrs Jamieson is Convenor for Hospitality. One new member gained by President since former meeting and one by the Cor. Secretary. WAITARA. August 15. Mrs Andrews presided; 10 members. Report of District Convention was read. Letter re the "Peace Message" was discussed. Members were urged to support Bible reading in schools. Mrs Andrews was warmly welcomed back as President for duration of pWMt FMH Wired Legislative Council urging support for women Justices of the Peace. Decided that the Rev. Goswell be asked to address September meeting.

BIRKENHEAD. Aug. 21. Ooo«l attendance. Mr* I-e Roy (President) in the chair. Dißcuaalon on rent room* for mot hern, and peace paper* in school*. Mr* Morrin and Mian Carter were appointed delegate* to attend the District Union Convention on September 11th at Onehunga.

LOWUI( HI TT. Aur. 27. Fair attendance for wet day. I president in chair. Secretary reported •ending telegrams re women justices. I>e ctded to hold Sale of Work early in October, and to have a stall to receive clothing for Willard Home. Greetings sent to Mi's Hunstall for her Golden Wedding. IVlegatea to Petone Convention were arranged. Mrs Crawford read an excellent paper: “The W.C.T. Ur-Itl Anns and ObjtcU" Attn noon tea. One new subscriber to "White Ribbon. Secretary reported Miss Bradshaw visited 46 homes, 6 joined and paid subscription, 3 promised to join, X promised to attend. We are indebted to Miss Bradshaw for the days of hard work. Inquiries to be made re Temperance Charts on school walls. WAHKWORTII. August. Mrs Thornley in the chair. A motion of sympathy with Mrs Car run In her recent bereavement. Ik*eided to procure a copy of the "Peace Message," and to have it framed for presentation to the school, with the expressed wish that the Headmaster would read and explain it to the children, so that they may have ever before them the great Ideal of a world peace. Mrs Green sang a solo, which was much appreciated. Mrs Phillips read a paper on "Liberty—Remembering How Much It Enters into our Daily Life.” She took tirst llbsrtj m our splritui 1 Ilf* |l speaking of the abolition of slavery, the Rev. Hammond had remarked in the Sydney Town Hall that "as England was 100 years ahead of the U.B.A. on the question of slavery, in the D.&A. la io<> wars ahead of England on the drink question." Mrs Phillips spoke of Liberty in regard to national life, and also in reference to Prohibition. The address was listened to with much interest, and a hearty vote of thanks was tendered to Mrs Phillips for her very interesting paper. Mrs Ruorecht and Mrs Thornley each promised a short paper for next meeting. OTAHUHU. August 7. Canon Mason was to speak, but just about half an hour before the meeting he was called away to a very sick person, so he could not come. We Just read the report and dealt with the correspondence, and the President pronounced the Benediction. We hope at our next meeting In £ otember to have the honour of hearing Mrs Bmejton. TAURANGA. August. President in chair. Pay Ip Social fairly well attended. A most animated discussion was held on various matters of interest. Two numbers of The International Woman Suffrage News" to hand. I tedded to procure 100 circulars from Alliance. Refreshments dispensed. "All Round the World" sung, and meeting closed with prayer and the Benediction FEATHERBTON. Aug. 11. At the residence of Mrs Arch Clark. Pair attendance. Mrs Clark pre sided. Meeting opened and closed with* prayer. Mrs Holdcroft and Mrs Hadle* were appointed delegates to attend Conven (ion at Petone in September. HENDERSON. Aug 20. Mrs Platt presided over a very fair attendance. Miss Duncan appointed delegate to District Convention on September lltb Vote of sympathy passed to Mrs W. Wright on the loss of her dear, aged mother. Treasurer to send subscription of 2d pe ■ member to District Fund. Esasvs of school children and Young Citizens were rrsd. every one agreeing that they were very good In deed. Mrs Plntt and Miss Duncan to present prizes to the winning boy and girl at school Mrs Hart read an interesting extract from one of Gough’s essays. Decided to ask Mrs W. Wright to conduct Bible Study next month. Mrs Stuart also to read a paper.

MAUNGATVROTO. August. Mrs Wrtirht preaMiad. Ten member* ami two visitors present. An Interesting and Instructive paper wax given

liy Mr* Flower on "Our Duties and Re spunsdiiltieß." IWinded ’o write and thank Mrs* Au Id for her kind thought In sug Kentiiig to Nlr» Ben/ell a visit to our Branch. Mrs Pasley to represent us at tho Convention in Septeinlier. De< ided to send for "Hand of Hope Helper," and to have n wall copy of the "Peace Menace” framed and presented to the Maunßaturoto Day School, also to consider having unothe framed to place in the Public Hall. Sept. Mh was chosen for our next Children's Band of Hope. Mrs Grice and Mrs Pasley were appoint'd Vice-Presidents. Afternoon tea was served, and a pleasant social half-hour spent. WAVDRLEY. Auk. 14. Mrs Morrison, Vice-President, took chair. Eight members present. I**t ided to aend for leaflets of "P*»ace Message” to distribute in State Schools, also to send telegram to Legislative Council re Hill for Women Justices of the Peace. A leaflet on Anli-Gambhnß was read by Mrs Harrow, and one by Mrs Wad, dealing with statistics and facts on Prohibition In U.S.A.. written by Gov. Analyst. A hiR dis< usaion took plant as to desirability of continuing with Rest Itoom (our late room having been burned down, and everythin* loat). Derided to secure a room in Municipal HuildiiiKs, if possible, and to carry op. Afternoon tea was dispensed. MART IN BOROUGH. Sept. 3. A Rood number of ladies present. Correspondence read from Marion Judson re "Peace and Arbitration.” Secretary was instructed to write headmaster local school asking If copy could be Ruhr in the school. Secretary was appointed delegate for District Convention on September 17th and lkth, hut is unable to ro through illness op 21st August a sale of cak sweets, flowers, produce, and afternoon tea was held, at which £2l 17s was raised fi,*the Organising Fund. BALCLUTHA. July. Mrs Clark (actinß-Presidcnt) in the chair. Letters of sympathy be sent to Mrs Robt. Hutton in her illness, anil hope for a speedy recovery; Mrs Qeggie in the death of a nephew; to the Rev. I>r. Currie on the death of Mrs Currie, one of our first Vice-Presidents. Mrs Clarke said: "Before going on with the business, I would like to say a few words about our departed sister. Mrs Currie was a member of our Union since its inception, seven years ago, and during that period was a very regular member in her attendance at meetings. Mrs Currie was ever a friend of the Temperance movement, and a Ann supporter of all W.C.T U. stood for, was ready to help with the service of praise and prayer, and very often officiated at the organ. Our sister s departure has made one more blank amongst the Christian women and workers of Balclutha. She has finished her labours, and gone to her rest, to be wit’ Christ, her Saviour and Lord. Our prayers go out to the sorrowing ones at the manse, and we commit them all to the love and care of our Father above, and may He strengthen and comfort them according to their need." Carried by members standing in silence. July 25. Special meeting, to hear inspiring address by Mrs J. Hiett, District President. Special emphasis was laid on the winning of converts to the aims and en deavours of the Union, e.g. World Purity, World Prohibition. World Peace, and also to the great importance of getting the "White Rihhon," the official magazine of the Union, In the homes of the people. Prior to the address, a resolution was passed that the following telegram be forwarded from the local Union to Hon A S. Malcolm. Wellington:—"Women’s Chr.stian Temperance Union of Balclutha urge members of legislative Council pass Bill enabling women as Justices of the Peace." Similar resolutions have been forwarded from even Union throughout the Dominion. A cup of tea and social chat contributed to a very pleasant and informal gathering.

Aug. Decided to invite the Convention here for 1 Sf2'• Convention.

Sept. 2. Annual meeting. Balancesin id as read be adopted. Band of Hope report: Attendance 95. New season in March; a picnic m February, very successful gathering, man’ new faces being present. Kadi evening an address on Temperance lines. Rev. L>r. Currie, Mr Hold. Hutton Captain of Army, Kev. Mr Gntm&n, Mrs Hiett (Dunedin). About £3 in hand, after paying expenses. A letter of hearty appreciation be forwarded to juniors. Mrs Mclntyre be appointed to aid Mrs Clark in lire, taring children for the Young People’s Blue Ribbon Hand, Miss Christie, an ex cel lent helper, having left for Christchurch. Election of officers Pres., Mrs Cations; Vice-Pres., Mrs Grigor, Mrs Clark, Mrs Sloan, and Mrs Gutman; Treas., Miss Fosh (re-elected); Cor. Sec., Mrs Ocg gie; Rec. Sec., Mrs Grigor; Cradle Roll Supt.. Mrs J. Stevens. Next meeting to be held in Wesleyan Church Vestry, first Tuesday of October. WANGANUI CENTRAL. Sept. 4. Attendance good. Mrs Goody presided. A letter was received from the Palmerston North Willard Home asking for cast-off clothing or money. Letter from the Metropolitan Rugby Union dealing with military training; no action taken. Mrs Goody read a portion of Miss Henderson’s letter from the "White Ribbon.” PALMERSTON NORTH. Aug 1. Attendance good. Mrs Fergurson and Mrs Cobh, junr., were appointed delegates to District Convention. Members enjoy* J a social cup of tea, and were deI ghted by a visit from Mrs Peryman. who gave a message full of cheer and encoumgen ent, which was very helpful, anil much a Sept. 5. A fair attendance. Ordinary business transacted, deep regret being 61I,reused at the removal Rom Palmerston oi Mis Col»b, senr., who has acted In the capacity of Evangelistic Supt., our Secretary being asked to send her a letter expressing our warm appreciation of her devoted and untiring labour in the work of tiie Union. Miss Hradsliaw was with us, and gave an earnest anti inspiring address, which was listened to with great attention. MO&GIEL. Aug. 19. A large gathering to bid goodbye to Mrs Weston. In appreciation of the great services she has rendered to our Union, our President presented her with beautiful hand-bag and sum of money. Mis Weston made a most eloquent speech. Some of the ladies eulogised Mrs Weston’s abilities, and spoke of tbe high esteem in which she was held by one and all. Miss McLeod sang a beautiful and appropriate solo. Afternoon tea was handed round, and all joined in social intercourse.

WELLINGTON SOUTH. Sept. 4. Mrs Johnson Wright presided. Mrs Evans, M.A., gave an address on tbe League of Nations Union, and urged all to study the causes of war, ami work for their removal, giving full support to movements having for their aim the prevention of war and the establishment'of universal peace. The resolutions passed at Convention were rend and confirmed. Unions were recommended to form classes for the study of International relations, and mention was made of tin insertion in the Neiv Zealand Educational Gazette of a detailed account of the principles and work of tb* League of Nations, for the guidance of who may desire to explain the Jsame to their classes. The , leaflet signed by the Prime Ministers of the British Commonwealth of Nations was read, and Unions were urg“d to send one to each headmaster n UMtar 4latrtct Tlm Mflll>tln of the W.C.T.U. of New Zealand to the League o»* Nations Union as a corporate member was mentioned, and their support was pledged.

INVERCARGILL N< »RTH Aug. 19. Well-attended mi -ting Sin •( prayer meeting, led by Mrs Day. M hh Bardie delegate to District Convention. A question arose as to the expense of sending the District President to the Annual Convention. Miss Bardie proposed that ea< li Union give according to its membership; this was seconded by Mrs Holmes, and carried unanimously. A Rally was held in the Baptist Church, with the ultimate obj* t of forming a Hand of Hope. Tics proved a great success. Notwithstanding Inclement eat her, the young folks turned out well. Mr Galloway gave a brief, interesting in dress. Mrs Li 11 urnp. Mrs Hopkirk, ami Miss Finlayson also spoke briefly on the Temperance cause. Their words must have carried weight, for at the close 15 young people came forward eagerly to sign the pledge. SYDENHAM. 7. Attendance small, owing to wet weather. Mrs Hiett presided. Rev. P. Paris addressed the meeting, subje< ' "Character-training of School Children in AmerDa.” Afternoon tea was served. Sept. 4. Mrs Hiett presided over a fa r attendance, and asked members to try an I attend meetings of Convention, which would be very helpful. Mrs Williams, of Sumner, spoke on "Peace.” A hearty vote of thanks was accorded her. Afternoon t»- * was served. PONBONBY. Aug. 21. Mrs C. H. Taylor presided over a good attendance of memlssrs and friendA letter read re District Convention. Our I resident urged all members to attend the Convention; it is one way of learning more of our World-wide Union. and our great work. Miss Caley and Mrs Hodkinson ai pointed delegates. Mrs Andrews, Crad!•* Supt., said all arrangements were well In hand for tbe Mothers' Social, to be hel l September Ith. Reported 102 on roll T\ ■ "White Rihhon” Drive was again I rougl t before our members. Members roll cal . when each one replied with a text of Scripture. Miss Burnsrd sang a solo, "Pas It On.” which was very helpful. Aug. 7. Mrs C. H. Taylor presided ovn a very large attendance of members an 1 friends. Two letters from our beloved President, Mrs Lee Cowie, were read, tel ling of her experinces in England and Scotland. At the Sunday School Convention 4000 delegates were present of all sorts and sizes, languages and colours.. Tlo* "White Ribbon” Drive was again brought before our members, also Mrs Judson spok on a leaflet she is anxious to have sent to State Schoolmasters on "Peace.” A member spoke strongly on the failure of tb ■ Bill on Bible in State Schools. The member who spoke as a nurse who had been nursing a girl of 6 years, who knew nothing of Jesus and the Bible and prayer, an 1 that dear girl passed away, and has never had the comfort of a Christian father or mother, or the Bible in the day school. STRATFORD. Aug. Owing to the absence of our President and Secretary, the usual monthly business meeting could not be held. As six members were present, we held a meet Ini of prayer and praise. AUCKLAND. Aug. 12. Mrs Cook in the chair. Teh grams of congratulation were sent to the Premier and Hon. C. J. Parr on the stand they took on the Bible In Schools' Bill, and also to Mr Wllford on the passing of tb Women J.P. Bill. Congratulations were also sent to Mrs Peryman on the arrival of her first grandson, and also to Mr an Mrs McDermott on the occasion of the r Golden Wedding. A post-card was receive from Miss Henderson, with a picture of Rest Cottage, where Mrs Don anil Miss Henderson had partaken of tea from Fran res Willard's tea things. Miss Statham. of the Girl Guides’ Movement, appealed tn the Union to link up with them. Decided to send a recommendation to the District Con vention that they ask Miss Statham to brine

the matter before Convention. Dr. Mildred S dey Rave ii moat instructive and inter esing address reported elsewhere, and was w irmly thanked. HAMILTON. August Mrs J. J. Jones presided. The Piesident gave an Interesting talk on several of our headers in the great cause of Temperance, and the noble work they had ai complished. Mrs Craig (Secretary) read an account of life and work of the late T E. Taylor, a man whom to know was to love; he gave his life for the cause lie loved, and had hoped to see Prohibition (Tied m this fair land of ours. KAKAIA. Auk. 14. Attendance excellent. President read extracts from NZ Alliance Bulletin. Decided to send for twenty leaflets for young women. Mrs Boag and Mrs Hopwood appointed delegates to Convention. Mrs Hoag announced that at the first V ii eeting. held on Sunday, 9tli August, there was an attendance of sixteen; six joined the Y ranks. Resolved to hold next rneetf the 2nd Friday ill Sopton l l l« *r Farewell letter forwarded to Mrs Dutch, an old member who has left the district. Sympathy was extended to Mrs Smith on her prolonged illness. Mrs Hohinson. of Ashburton. then read a very interesting and instructive paper on "The Power and Influence of Women.” A hearty vote of t anks to the speaker. Afternoon tea was served. ASHBURTON. August. A good att *ndan» e. Mrs \V. T. Mil orcupving the chair. Letters of sympathy suit to the relatives of the late Mrs <*. S. Howard, of Christchurch, also to a number of members in sickness. Replies were received to resolutions forwarded, protesting against any increase in totalisator permits. Mrs A. Hight and Mrs M. A. Glassey were elected delegates to Convention. and the annual levy passed for payment. A communication was received from Mrs Judson. P. and A. Supt., and it was resolved to follow suggestions made. Denied to donate £1 Is to the A. & P. Prize Fund for boys and girls in the Technical School classes. A paper on •'Anti-Gambl-ing,” by Mrs Dili, was read by Mrs Hight, and a very hearty vote of thanks was accorded the writer. One new member was enrolled. NEW BRIGHTON. Aug. 21. Taylor Day. Good atendanee, Mrs H. Hall being the chair. Vote of sympathy with Mrs C. Dixon and Miss • roskil. An interesting letter was read from Miss Henderson. As a result of ' White Ribbon” Drive. 14 new subscribers were enrolled. A most inspiring address on the life and great work done by the late T. E. Taylor was given by Mrs A. Richards. RICHMOND. August. President in chair. A letter was received from Paris from Madame Gene Vleve Favre, Treasurer of the French W.C.T.U., dated May 24. 1924. in connection with the Ministry of Fellowship and the prevention of war. This whs read, and proved most interesting. Mrs Crabtree Secretary, gave a short excellent address on Social Hygiene, dealing with how mother an help instruct and gain the confidence of her children, especially recommending clean pictures only, anil good hooks. A very hearty vote of thanks was accorded the speaker. SAWYERS BAY. July 22. Attendance small; weather very rough. Mrs Hudson presided. Mrs Hudson and Mrs Ahum were appointed delegates to the District Convention. A , opy of the Peace Wall Sheet was secured, which the Headmaster will place on the school wall. A series of give and take afternoon* was then arranged for. Aug. 2«. At Mrs Wallis’s house; eleven present. Mrs Pratley read a paper on the life of T. E. Taylor. Mrs Ahurn provided afternoon ten, and then proceeded to sell the articles the members had brought, tl 10s fid was raised. We have made £3 fis firl on two afternoons. One new member was enrolled.

HAWERA. Aug. 22. A most successful and largely attended social evening. The hall had been tastefully decorated with spring blossoms ami foliage. A verse of the National Anthem sung, and Chairman engaged in prayer. He also congratulated those present who were members of the Union in tiie noble work they were doing. Mr Hone, the Mayor, in a short Impressive address. encouraged the workers, emphasising the fact that it was a world-wide movement, embracing all countries of the world. An excellent programme was much enjoyed. Recitations by Mrs Robb and Miss Hill; duets by Mr and Mrs Cate and Misses Orinrod; solo, Mrs Cate, Mrs (Jrinrod, Miss Velvin Bid Mn Mfkain. The MHliodM Choir rendered an anthem. As acrompaiiist. special thanks are due to Mrs Highain and Mrs Taylor. An apology was received from Mr Dixon expressing regret hi not beiifg able to be present. A collection was taken up on behalf of Union funds. A novel and interesting competition was won bv Mrs Bourke. August. President ::i the chair; fair at tendance. Letters received from the Editoi of the “White Ribbon,” also the Willard Home. A paper explaining the evils and temptations of gambling prepared by the Dominion Supt., Mrs Bill, was read by a member. President read the article from the "White Ribbon" on Social Hygiene. The Secretary instructed to write for literature on that subject. Mrs Reed was appointed Evangelistic Supt., also Press Reporter. The President expressed delight at the social evening proving hu< h a success. * hie new member was initiated. PONSONBY. Sept. 4. Mrs C. H. Taylor presided over a very large number of members and friends. Cradle Roll mothers’ social. About 100 gathered. We sang the children'* hymn, "When Mothers of Salem.” A very happy time with babies and dear girls and boys. Tea ami cakes were served to mothers, milk and sponge o >ker to the little ones, and each one received a small gift as a wee memento. Mrs Andrews (Supt. of Cradle Roll Department) gave a short talk on her work, and Mrs Neal (Dominion Supt of Cradle Roll Work) gave a flno helpful address to the mothers A splendid programme included a mandolin trio selection, solos by Miss Burnard, Miss Heffron, Miss Davy, recitations by Miss Albion Jones and Miss Lila Jones, Mrs Collins and Mrs Kasper. One lady joined our Union, and a happy meeting closed with our Temperance Doxology. FEILDING. Aug. 7. Fourteen present. President in chair Resolved that Mrs Tremain represent us at Convention at petone. Mrs Li 11 lias very generously presented us with lbfl copies of her very excellent paper on AntiGambling. which have been distributed among members and at Band of Hope. Sept. 4. Mrs Pack presided over good meeting. An appeal from Willard Home Secretary was read. Decided to have a gift afternoon next month In aid of Home. A deputation from N.Z. Alliance waited on us to enlist help of Union in their membership campaign. A number of ladles volunteered to help canvass town. An invitation to hold Convention In Feilding next year will be given to the coming meeting at Petone. TAKAPTTNA. Aug. 7. Mrs Penning In chair. Decided to send message of farewell to Mrs Winstone, our Cradle Roll Supt., who is leaving for Sydney on holiday. Mias Rushbrcok, our Secretary, read account of town meeting to r orni a mothers’ rest room. The idea has been well received, and would he included in Civic Square scheme. Informal discussion took place. Sept. 4. Mrs Penning presided. Mrs Mills led devotional meeting, speaking on "The fellowship of His sufferings” Miss Mills sang a solo. Miss Rushbrook read a letter in relation to Willard Home, soliciting help for same. Also one asking for delegates to forthcoming Convention at «»nchtinga. Mrs Pennine spoke on the wine

di diking aim ag young girls iu the c ity, and urged that something be dono In the matter. SEFTON. Aug. 2H. Mrs Thorne presided over a good attendance of members and friends Mrs T. E. Taylor gave an Interesting ilia course* on the meaning of the constitution, rules, and the aims of the Women’s Christian Temperance Movement. Five new members were initiated, Mrs Taylor taking charge of that service. Afternoon tea was served, and brought to a close an interesting and Instructive meeting. CHEVIOT. Aug. 29. First meeting of Executive of the newly-established Branch. Mrs Ferguson presided. Meeting opened with prayer, and was devoted mainly to the business of getting the Union under way and officers initiated Into their duties. Meeting closed with the Benediction. RICCARTON. Aug. 21. Good attendance. Motion of sympathy passed to Mrs (’aider on the death of her father, Mr Crosklll. By consent of the headmaster of Whsrenui School, it was resolved to have a framed copy of leaflet on the Prime Minister’s Peace Me* sage* hung on the school wall. Miss Baugh a m gave an interesting address on "Prison Reform,” stressing the necessity of a I letter system of classification. Some of our members correspond with prisoners in our grols. Resolved to send parcel of books, magaxines, etc*., to otic of the prison camps. Afternoon tea provided. OTAHUHU. f Aug. fi. Mrs Bailey kindly came and gave us a very interesting talk on the fith chapter of St. Mark, the 4Hth verse, "And He saw them toiling" It. was wc*ll appreciated by the members. One new member received. NEW PLYMOUTH. Aug. 27. Position of Cradle Roll Supt. discussed. Letter from Mrs Judson re Premier's Peace message. Motion carried: That this Union noted with regret that Mr 8. f). Smith, M.P., voted against the Bill for Bible in Schools.” Mr Edmonds, Dominion Otganiser, spoke on "Winning Vn»«*«." and Mr Thompson, Area Organiser gave a short address. Sept 2. Pay-up social, about 35 present. Article from “Vanguard” r* ml by Mrs X Jones. Several songs rendered. Afternoon tea dispensed. WAVERLEY. Kept. 4. Mrs Rarrow presided. Letter and report from Willard Home read and discussed. Decided to have a gift afternoon for same at an early date. Pamphlet on Franchise Day read, also letter* from Mrs I>on and Miss Henderson from San Francisco. Business re rest room was then dealt with. A conveniently situated room has been taken temporarily at the small rental of 5/- weekly, from 2ml Sep tember. and a publle meeting is to be held in the Town Board Room to solicit further support.