News of the Unions.

White Ribbon, Volume 30, Issue 364, 18 October 1925, Page 10

News of the Unions.

PLEASE NOTE! 1. Every Union should report. 2 Reports must be short. Mast be in by Bth of month. 4. Don’t report whit you arc poing to do. 5. Don’t send newspaper reports of your meeting*. AUCKLAND. Sept. 8. Mrs Oo«»k presided. The meeting heartily congratulated her on her election to the office of Dominion President of the National Council of Women. Delegates were appointed to the District Convention. The members were Invited to attend a special meeting In connection with Mr Isitt’s Religious Exercises Bill, the Archbishop taking the chair. In answer to an appeal from the Dunedin W.C.T.U. for help in connection with the creche at the Dunedin Exhibition, a donation was passed by the Tneet'ng. Mrs Pulljames (Maori Kupt.) made an appeal for another instalment of clothes for the Maoris in the North. Mrs Cook re d an Interesting account from the ‘ British Weekly” of Lady Antor’s speech at the opening of the World's W.C.T.U. Convention at Edinburgh. Rev. P. S. Smallflcld gave a most Interesting and educative address, giving some facts by which arguments nguinst Prohibition may be answered. Mrr. Cook spoke in eulogiptic terms of bis splendid work In the Prohibition causa. Me Stallworthy gave an enlightening accoui ♦ of Prohibition in Canada, saying the men and women there had not turned Prohibition down. Prohibition was a success, hue it was In the non-enforcement that the weakness lay. He said State Control had not proved a success. Both gentlemen were heartily thanked for their splendid add ressos. TAURANOA. Sept. 18. flood attendance, Mrs Carlton Smith in the chair. Mjs expected next Friday, and Mrs Don the following Friday. A very sincere motion of sympathy with Mrs and Miss Dawson was passed, the members standing. Mr Coulter, Mayor of Waihi, spoke for a few minutes. Mr Teasey, an Alliance member, and Mr J. S. Thompson were present. Refreshments were dispensed. OPOTTKI. Sept. 10. Mrs Thompson presided oWc an enthusiastic gathering. Startling clippings wore read by members of the Union, special mention being made of Madame Cfalle-Curcl's statement: "T would sing from the top of my lungs for Prohibition ” Band of Hope meetings are regularly being held. Arrangements are being made for working the campaign. The monthly afternoon tea was supplied by Mrs flow and Mrs Platt. TE KUITI. Kept. \rranged meetings for Mrs Barton and Mis* Powell. Wrote to Mr Rolleston re Child Welfare Bill. Waited on him re Bible in Schools. Rent telegram to Mrs Dawson yesterday on tbe death of her husband. Arranged for delegates to go to Cambridge Convention In October. Miss Powell gn\e a very Interesting address, chiefly drawing attention to the importance of the Cradle Roll Department. Mrs Hill provided afternoon ten. AUCKLAND. Rept. 7th. A Union was organised at Grey Lynn by the President, Mrs Benfell. Mrs Hobday. Vicar of Rt Coluinba. took the chair, and nfter Mrs Benfell had addressed the inerting. IB Joined as members, and the following officers wore elected: —Pres., Mrs Hobday; Rec., Mrs Caltcheon; Treaa., Mrs Hlseock, Mrs Williams, District Secretary,

read our pledge and preamble to the Constitution. ROTOTUNA. July. Mrs J. M. Jones, President of the Hamilton W.C.T.U., attended a mooting of ladies at Rototuna on above date. After giving a brief history of the W.C.T.U., its aims and objects, an invitation was given to the ladies to form a branch of the Union. This was unanimously agreed to. Nine ladies wore initiated and three officers elected: Pros., Mrs L. Tot man; Rec., Mrs M. Turk; Treas., ?*!rs Iv. Borman. A dainty afternoon tea was provided. Sept. 9. Presided over by Mrs J. M. Jones. The great need was stressed for all to get busy and help in the Prohibition campaign. This was followed by an interesting address by Miss Id. S. Powell, who >s visiting Hamilton. Two new members were initiated, and one by transfer, making a total of 12 members. The following departments of work were undertaken:— Cradle Roll, Mrs F. Thomas; Educational Bureau, Mrs 8. Clement; "White Ribbon” Agent, Mrs Kincad; Press Reporter, Miss Gray. Afternoon tea was provided by the Indies. RAI VALLEY. Sept. 10. A well-attended meeting, conducted by Mrs Field, District President, was held in the Ral Valley Hall. Mrs Field gave an address, welcoming the members of our newly-formed Branch into the Union, and the initiation service was held. Miss Atkinson (Nelson President) and Miss Tarrant (Richmond President) also spoke a few words of welcome, and Miss Bradshaw (Dominion Organiser) gave an encouraging address. Mrs W. Moore, Ral Valley, has offered to take up the duties of “White Ribbon” Agent. SEFT >N. July 22. President In chair, 15 members present. Delegates to Convention appointed. Replies received from Prime Minister and member re Religious Exercises In Rchools Bill. T. E. Taylor Day celebrated. General work discussed. Aug. 26. Cold, wet day. Six members present. Reported box of clothing sent to District Nurs.ng Association for distribution. Peace manifesto framed and placed in Saltwater Creek Rchool. Literature given out for distribution. INVERCARGILL ROUTH. Sept. 8. Weather very inclement. Fair attendance, presided over by the President (Mrs Fairbalrn). Mrs Tayliss gave a sacred solo. Reported that tho Jumble Sale showed a most gratifying result. Decided to send two delegates to the District Convention. The work of the meeting was a spirited debate, tbe subject of which was "Are the ideals of purity higher than they were 50 ago?” Mrs Garrett (supported by Mrs McGregor and Mrs Reidy) conducted the affirmative side, and Mrs Pasle.v (supported by Mrs Pr.vde and Mrs Parkin) conducted the negative side. Each leader put forward an authoritative opinion, and a vigorous argument, on which a show of hands was taken, ended in a tie. TITRAKINA. Rept. Owing to wet weather, we only had five at our meeting. Decided to procure Prohibition literature to distribute. Miss Bensfleld, our new President, spoke on the need of trying to Influence the new voters. A hearty vote of thanks was passed to Mrs Morrison for entertaining us at afternoon tea.

NORTH INVERCARGILL Sej»t. 15. Fair attendance. Mrs Hopkirk occupied the « hair. Miss Hojikirk t<» resume her duties as f’orresponding 1 Secretary, and Miss T.anskail n<t as Recording Secretary, pro tem. We have still 42 paidup members, Considering this Union is Just in Its third year, this was encouraging. A social was discussed. it was considered that one. if t.ot two, might he held before the poll. The plan of adhering to certain streets had pro -ed a good one, and it was decided to take ct'ier streets ainl

send invitations to the dwellers in the-, streets in the same way. Arrangonieriti were made and a committee formed v cairj out work in this way, SAWYERS J VY. August 9th. Combined meeting with th* Y's. Miss Jean Begg addressed the meeting about various items in connection, with thVVomen's section of the Exhibition, and law impressions during her five and a half years stay in America. Misses Sutherland and Wallis contributed a duet, uiul Mlm Aburu a recitation. A cup of tea brought very pleasant evening to a close. September 24th. Attendance small. Mr> A hum read the report of the District Convention. Arrangements made to hold tluv*give and take afternoons before the Poll. STRATFORD. September. At our meeting this month we paid homage to "Franchise Day” in having a social afternoon. 29 member* were present. Our President referred feelingly to the pouring awn/ of the Leader of tlie New Zealand AlHai ce, th<* Rev. John Dawson. Musical and elocutionary itcinn were rendered, and while afternoon tea wa.« being handed round, selections on the gramophone were much appreciated. 10/- collection was given to New Zealand Fund. Two new members were initiated. TEMPLETON. October Ist. President in the chair; good attendance. Mrs Williams read a very interesting report of t’onventionl held at Tiinaru, one new member gained. Afternoon tea was served. Next meeting. October STth. NEW PLYMOUTH. September 23rd. “Pay I'p” and FruirhiM Day. Fair attendance of members and friends. Mrs X. Jon«-s presided. Mr A. A Armstrong spoke on tlie franchise, congratulating the women of New Zealand on the way they had used it. A vote of thanks was accorded Mr Armstrong for his helpfu address. Musical items were given by Mw Na..oy Skelton, Miss Doris Loveridge, and a “Sketch” by Jisses M. Walker and K Pitcaithly. Afternoon tea handed around b> the ladies. September 30th. Good attendance. Home meetings In progress; one to be at Mrs Craig's on the 7th. and one at Mrs Hugh'? place on the 21st. A vote of thunks passed to Mesdaines Inch and Loveridge for the splendid way the afternoon tea arrangements were carried out on “Pay Up and Franchise Day.” A vote of sympathy was passed to the relatives of tlie Rev. John Dawson. Mrs Behringer and to Mr and Mrs Fredric. MOTUEKA. September 30tl>. President occupied tlie chair. A very interesting paper he., b "Women in Politics” was read by Miss Cm sawed. Decided to leave the matter of providing a speaker on paper for next meeting iin the hands of the President. Though small in numbers we are still plodding on. INGLEWOOD. September 30th. Miss T. B. Simpson presided over a meeting of about 20 member' The District President was present, ani complimented the branch on such a good meeting; she made an appeal to all present to do their utmost In every way possible to assist In the poll for Prohibition. Decided to assist the Creche at tlie Dunedin Exhibition. We were glad to welcome back to Inglewood our evangelist (Mrs T. Arthur) who had been on an extended trip to Australia; we regret that from a health point of view, she did not receive any material benefit. Much discussion took place regarding method of advancing cause of Prohibition and all present decided to do all they may in this power. A very dainty afternoon tea was then enjoyed by all present.

PETONE September Ist. 13 members present; Mrs .Tones presided. A letter was received from the Peace and Arbitration Department, and Miss Avlson spoke about tlie work, and of the necessity of a bettor understanding between p«*opie of different nationalities. Tim I value of the recent visit of the American

fleet was emphasized, as having been the means of firmly establishing friendship between the two countries, in connection with a local sport club, Mrs Crowthor asked, "What are the conditions undei which these dubs distributing intoxicating drink.'* Mrs Jones promised to obtain information, and report at a later date. Septemberl 23rd. Pleasant social afternoon; Mrs Jones presided Mrs Harrow read a very interesting account of tlie I»istrict ('onvontion, Mr 1 »aw.-ton's last message was road, and a vote of sympathy was passed with Mrs 1 Jaw.son. RAKAIA. September 11th. Tlie President presided over a record attendance of members and frit nds, and introduced Miss Henderson, of Christchurch, who gave a very interesting' address regarding her visit to America, which was much appreciated by those present, ami at the close she was heartily thanked. Mesdames Hoag and Hopwood were appointed delegates to the Tiiuaru Convention. Afternoon tea was served. ARAMOHO. Two interesting home meetings were held at the residences of Mrs Hallun, (President) and Mrs 11. Good, Patterson Street, and were well attended. Resolved to get permission to place a copy of ten commandments in Aramoho school. Silent vote of sympathy passed to the family of Mrs Sew ill our late member. Getters sent to members absent through sickness. All our meetings to be held on the fourth Tuesday m the month. Mrs Gilinour reports Baud of Hope progressing favourably. . • aid to the Old People’s Home at Uppo aramoho, and a short programme given, and dainty afternoon tea provided, dis nouted literature and urged them to \ ite for Prohibition. Literature distributed to each child at tho Aramoho school, and in our district generally. Arrangements made for canvasing for the roll, members report many are not on ♦he rolls, and this will be rectified. Addresses were given at meetings by Mrs (ioody und Mrs Duxfleld. Splendid re|>ort of work done, congratulations—(Ed. W.R.) NORTH EAST VALLEY. September 2i>th. Weather rough, but a giKi,' attendance. Mrs (leo. Miller presided. 10/- was voted to the Allinine Picnic fund, and Miss Wslley was appointed representative to the Picnic Committee. A request for voluntary helpers for tlie Creche at tlie Exhibition was met with p ready response. The Rev. Raine spoke on "How to Vote," making it clear to new voters what lines to strike out. Several questions were asked and answered satisfactorily. A suggestion was made that a social evening be arranged for the new arrivals In tlie country, who ere entitled to a vote, and that an opportunity he given them of learning how to deal with* their voting paper* Mrs > nV.lej gave an interesting report of the i> .trict Convention at Balclutha, for which *he received a hearty vote of thanks. Three new members were initiated, and after singing of the Temperance I >oxology, the mooting closed with tlie Benediction. RICHMOND NELSON. October Ist. Executive meeting on Sepr| ir,ti;, to mate arrange manta for La.h > s* Day, which was held September 23rd. A fair attendance of mothers ns--••i,tided. Nurse Every gave n splendid talk on the origin and aims of the Plunket Society. Many helpful suggestions In tlie treatment and feeding of babies were given, and mothers were urged to bring up their hi Wren on strictly temperance principles. Mis* Z. Hutton and Nurse Weir kindly took barge of tlie children so that mothers <ould listen, and rest, without interruption. Vurso Every received hearty thanks 11 new members were added to the Cradle Roll. Afternoon tea in the Social Hall brought a very pleasant meeting to a close. \V AIM ATE. September. Mrs Kippenberger presiding; twenty-six members present. Mr Kingston tone a very stirring account of tlie working of tlie Campaign In this district, and gave a great praise to tlie Y. .Branch members for tlie help they had given hinu Two extra meetings were held during tlie month,

one addressed by Miss Powell on October Ist, which was well attended in the Knox Church Hall. Miss Powell had much to tell us about Temperance work all over the Dominion, ami being one of tlie first orger.isers of the work in Wa invade, naturally, her address was very well received. One new member being enrolled at the close. October 2nd. At a Drawing room meeting held at tlie homo of Mrs Roy, Deep Creek, Waltuna, Miss Powell again gave her address to u fresh audience numbering 22 ladies who listened with great attention to tlie speaker while she dealt with her subject in regard to its influence on tin- children and youths of our Country. Five new members were enrolled at the close. Much might be done for tlie cause by aimilar meetings of the kind. Tlie me« ting was closed with tlie Benedict ion. Tea was served and short musical programme at fci< h meeting. PAPANUI. September 24tli. Special meeting at tlie residence of Mrs Donald. Fair attendance. Tlie<g drawing-room looked lovely with Japonica, and spring flowers. Mrs \Y R. Smith (Local President) introduced Mr.* T. E. Taylor, who gave a most instructive and thrilling address. Hongs were contributed, by Mrs J. \V. Palk. A dainty afternoon tea was served. Two new members were initiated. Hearty vote of thanks were accorded to Mesdames Taylor. Donald niiid Palk. LEIGH. July 30th. President in tlie chair. Union organised and sent a petition to the Chief Postmaster about removing the Leigh Post Office from tlie present site near the Hotel, Where tlie licensee of tin* hotel is also the Postmaster. August 27th. Fair Attendance; Mrs Origg in the chair. Ix»tter from the Secretary, Auckland District Union re-Oonventlon at Devonport. September 2411 i. Small attendance; President in tlie cliair. Mrs Matheson read an extract on Ante-natal Instruction to Expectant mothers; decided to write to tlie Society for pamphlets to distribute in needful cases. Letter from Mrs It. Matheson, describing her work amongst the unfortunates of Auckland. LOWER HITT. September 23rd. 18 members and two visitors ou- President In the chair, letter of sympathy sent to Mrs Olnrk whose husband was very ill in hospital, also a i lotion of sympathy was passed for I>r. Mary Armour on th< deatli of her husband. Decided to serd a donation of one guinea to tlie Creche fund at Dunedin Exhibition. Suggestions hav • been made to hold meetings at Koro Koro, Belmont and Normandale to interest the women in our W.C.T.P. movement, the work to he shared by llutt and Petone. We are endeavouring to start an L.T.L, in connection wit' our meetings, the opening meeting to take tlie form of a social, on Saturday, OHo**.* 3><i, Mr O. Ching lias kindly consented tj . ke control of the meetings. Arrangements were also made for canvassing the district pro. to polling dny, and also to arrange for meals on polling day for those giving their services with use of cars; and scrutineers and other helpers. Afternoon tea was served. WARKWORTH. September. Small attendance owing to sickness. Decided to make pay up meeting social afternoon end of October, Instead of November. Secretary to enter an appreciation of Rev. J. Dawson’s work in minut *s. Arrangements made for Mrs Lee Oowie’s meeting. Town Hail, Monday night. October f>th. Discussions on "Nurses and Mldwlves* Registration Bill’*—to l>e continued at next meeting. NAPIER. October Ist. During August and September, we have had five Drawing-room meetings. Mrs Ball. Mrs Speight, Mrs Wilkinson, Mrs Warren, and Mrs Leask being the hostesses. Sister Agnes, organizer of B. and F. gave the address at two of the afternoons. Mias Leslie from China at another, and Mrs Leask and Mrs Millar

from Masterton at the other two. These meetings have been very well attended, and most helpful in spreading interest m our t nion and added to our runks 14 new members. I feel certain that tlie drawing-room meetings is tlie way’ to got at a large class of women who do ,iot come to our business meetings, hut we hope soon, they will do that also. RAETIHI. October 2nd. Mrs Saudford ini tlie chair. Fifteen members und four visitors present. Mrs Reynolds sang a solo. Mrs Williams gave a most inspiring and instructive address on "Alcohol on the human life," and was listened to w’ith rapt attention and great pleasure, and will do a great amount of good. Afternoon tea was dispensed. OPOTIKI. September 23rd. Mrs Lee Cow ic addressed a crowded audience; she was supported on the platform by Mrs Thompson, Mrs Rotherham, Adjutant Baile, and tlie Mayor (Mr G. S. Moody) in tlie chair. Mrs Cowie w;-c greeted with rounds of applause, and was presented with n handsome bouquet. The speaker took her audience with hei on her round trip to England and back of hst year, relating many of her experiences and adventures in different countries. A number of questions were put to tlie speaker who answered them very satisfactorily and without the slightest hesitation. A vote of thanks was accorded Mrs Oowie for her able address, which won her way to many hearts, and it is hoped she will visit Opotlki again. HASTINGS. September 24th. There was a fair attendance. The members welcomed Mrs Paul back, after a period o f sickness and bereavement of her father. Decided to send several letters of condolence. Tlie r eport of District Convention held at Walpukurau, on Ist and 2nd of September was read, and resolutions of same passed. One new member was initiated. Afternoon tea served. OAMARU. August 10th. Mrs Clarke presided. Attendance fair. Mis Bertram gave a very fine address entitled "Cherish your Ideals and be a Dreamer of Dreams." A vote of thanks was accorded Mrs Bertram. Decided to donate 1 guinea to the Exhibition Crecha \ roll of sympathy was passed to Sinclair ami Miss Ironside, in their bereavement. Miss Itillikcr was elected delegate to District Convention. Solos were rendered by Miss Hcsketh and Miss Farr; a refutation by Miss Smith. Mrs Scott was appointed Secretary. Two new members were initiated. September 14th. Poor attendance, being a wet afternoon. Mrr Clarke in the chair, and made feeling refecenoe t- tiw puriac of the Rev. J. Dawson, and expressed sorrow at the loss of so able a worker in tlie Prohibition cause. A vote of sympathy was passed to Mrs Dawson and family, and also to Mrs MoKLe izie, n tlie death of her father. Mias Hllliker, delegate, read a very fine report and .spoke of tlie pleasure and benefit derived from her visit to Convention. A very hearty vote of thanks was passed to Miss Hllliker. TIMARU. September 29th. Good attendance. (Jorrespondence re-Chlld Welfare Bill read from Mr F. J. Rolleston, M.P., and Sir James Parr; from Miss Ford resigning her position ns President of the "Y." Branch, owing to her early departure from Tlmaru. It was decided that a letter of thanks be sent to Miss Ford. After the Hospital report had been received, n small Coir.init.ee was formed to keep ini tou< h with sick n embers. I >ecided that Birthday greetings be sent to Mrs Peake, who would be 90 years of age in November. Mrs H. H. Brown. n«.wjy appointed South Canterbury District Secretary and Treasurer, gave an interesting and beaded report of Convention, and other delegates spoke briefly of their impressions. Aoeounts in connection with Street Day were passed for payment, and tlie net proceeds amounted to £53/12/-. Decided that a short time bo given to Peace and Arbitration at next meeting. Tivo new members were initiated.

FA I EL Ik'. August 19th. Good attendance. Correspondence re-lsitt’s Bill read, meeting too late to forward any resolutions. Decided to hold next monthly meeting in Pariah Hall. Secretary conveyed loving fraternal greetings from Melbourne Branch of W.i t r September 2nd. flood Attendance; Mrs Wilcox, President, presiding. President and Secretary appointed delegates to attend Conventl'. , at Timaru. Resolution pasaed memban jiMilaf to support candidate who stood for Prohibition. Report of Itominion Convention read and discussed anil enjoved by all. NEW BRIGHTON. S«*pteinber 17th. Franchise I>ay. Mrs A. Hall, presided. A motion of sympathy was passed with the relatives of the late Rev. John Dawson. The Rev. F. 1. Read gave an excellent address on the Franchise movement in New Zealand, since its inception in tributed by Mrs F. Mitchell and Miss E. 1893, till the present year. Songs were <onliAngley. September 19th. The members managed the te-a room at the local school Flower Show, and by their effort, which was much appreciated by the School Committee, the sum of £5/10- was added to • the School Funds. MART IN BOROUGH. We had Mis Williams here for four days, and during that time she had four very successful meetings. One being an address to the Young Women’s Social Club. which was much appreciated by all present. At a meeting held on 10th September, it was decided to open a Band of Hope on 25tli September. Mrs McGregor and Miss Lewis were ap|»ointed Convenors; Miss Tyler, Secretary. At the first meeting neld on 25th September, about 80 were present, and all became members. It was decided at tiiat meeting for the newly formed Branch to meet every alternate Friday. Rev. Smith, of Greytown, addressed the ehildrvn, and in the course of his address, he mentioned that the first Band of Hope was formed in Hope. Scotland, eighty years ago in a Presbyterian Hall, and trusting ours would be a success considering it was opened in a Presbvteriun Hall. EDENDALE (SOUTHLAND). October Ist. Mrs M. 'coltn presided at our annual meeting—very wet day—small attendance — Roll to 39. Dost <5 members through removals, and grmen one. Present Roll to 34, an increase of 14 members. In November. Miss Larnshaw visited our district gaining 15 new members; Mrs Haran, of Invercargill, gave us an address on the League of Nations, and in May, Miss MrOallum gave a report of Dominion Convention held in Dunedin. Rev. Mr and Mrs M'Ewan, during the winter months have conducted wel'-attcnded Band of Hope meetings which ought to prove very helpful to the children. In September we sent a panel of clothing to the Willard Home, In Palmerston North. We spent fl in prizes for Temperance essays written by the local school children. £1 was donated for '’reche at Dunedin Exhibition. In Parliamentary work, requests were forwarded to own Representative concerning religious the Prime Minister regarding the Licensing Bill, and to the Prime Minister and our xerrlsee in school 'bill. The following are the officers elected for next year:—Mrs v.h olm President; Mrs Finlay, Mrs Wilson. Vice Presidents; Miss Helen Hall, Secretary; Mi Harlft Niven. W.R. Agent. Md Trea. EPSOM. September Pres dent presided, good at - tendance. Two delegates were appointed to District ( *»*vtion. Prime Minister, Minister for Education, and M.Ps. for Roskill and Parnell were written to re-Child’a Welfare Bill, asking them to support the same, especially part IV. dealing with the children’s < 'ourta. Our Union presented 50 copies of Tetnpenince Songs to the Baptist Ohurch Band of Hope. Several of our members reported helping New Zealand Alliance to rhe* \ the Street Rolls. We decided to help with t r »e itnmabni Mission Sale of Work, in Miv* Lee Cowie’e Hall. A silent vote of sympathy was extended to the fnmily of the

late Rev. John Dawson. A letter of sympathy was sent to Dr. Mary Harris Armour in America. Two new members joined. WELLINGTON CENTRAL. September 16th. 30 members present. Letters of condolence sent to Mrs Dawson and Mr Nagle. Request from Area Office of Alliance for help in checxing the rolls. 10 members volunteered. Miss Mallhurn attended, and gave an address on her exja*riT erne of the Abram method as practised by Dr. Pettit, of Auckland. Mrs Henderson also spoke. A bring and buy social was held on September 28th, in aid of the Cradle Roll Christmas party. RICCARTON. August 20th. Attendance good. Miss Baugban spoke on Prison Reform Work, stating that Rlcoarton Union was the first Union for many years to take an active interest in the work. Members writing to prisoners, sending periodicals, etc. One member baa now taken charge of a discharged prisoner. Special collection of 10/sent to Miss Baughan to assist a needy case, our Quota to Organising Campaign Fund, now amounts to over £4l. September Bth, Mrs C. W. Barrell entertained a large gathering of members and friends at her residence. Miss Henderson gave an interesting talk on ‘•Prohibition in America.” Afternoon tea was served, and enjoyable items were given by Mesdan.es Reynolds. Sandford, and Edgington, and Master Gordon Whitta. The accomparis* , were Mead nines Brighting and Evans. One new member was gained, and £2/11/- raised for Organising Fund. Several of those present bad never been to a meeting of this kino before. September 17th. Fair attendance; Mrs B. J. Jo men presided. Reply letter received from Mr G. Witty, M.P., stating that be was fully in accord with our desire that a lady co-superintendent be appointed in the Child Welfari Department. Being Franchise Day, collections for the day to be sent to New Zealand Fund. Miss Law, of the Y.W.C.A., gave an interesting address to the ladies present. MOROIEU September 15th. Attendance splendid. The delegates, Mrs Bedford an 1 Miss McLeod, gave very comprehensive ,-eports of Conference, which proved most interesting and helpful. Sympathy sent to Mrs J. iHtwton and family. Miss McLeod sang a solo. Mr J. Logan then made an appeal for volunteers to help -arrv *m Prohibition work. GORE. September 22nd. A gathering of young people, and those Interested In the causes of Temperance, took place at Milne’s Tea Rooms. Mrs C. E. Smith presided. Brief addresses were given by Bible Class lei ders on “Why 1 vote Prohibition.” Mary varied and Hound reasons were given by the different speakers, some of whom showed a finer grip of the subject. The speakers were:—Mrs Smith, Mias E. Wilson, Revs. Day an*l Burgess, M *ssrs. T. Price, J. Me K. Millers, and J. Harper. Musical items were inters|K*rse*l, and supper concluded the evening. WANGANUI FART. September. Good attendance of members; Mrs Duxfleld in the cl.air. Votes of sympathy to Mrs and Mr Irwin in their recent sad bereavement, amt to Dr. I>. Hallam in her illness. The President spoke of the passing of the Rev. I>a»cs<*n, eulogising his life’s work, and expressing regret that he had not been spared to see Prohibition carried. A vote of sympathy was passed, the memliers standing in silence. The meeting endorsed the President's action In lietitior mg M.'sP., asking for support for the appointment of a woman officer to carry out the purpoaes of the Child Welfare la-ague. Decided to hold r. pay up social in October. The President at tended a hearty welcome to Mrs Cox. of Invercargill, and Miss Turner, of Tinwald, re *ent arrivals in this district. In a few we'l-chosen wonl Mrs Duxfleld introduced ami welcomed Rev. Pattoraon, who 'g. ve an excellent address on Women's Influent . " uM filxrgod Ml til* fact that Women have nut used their power ns they might have done by means of the ballot box

APITI. September 27th. Mrs Helen Barton paid Apiti a visit. She met the members of the W.C.T.U. at 2.30, giving a much appreciated address, after which the ladies handed round afternoon tea. Then in the evening, she held a meeting in the Presbyterian Church at which quit** a number of local resident* were present. WANGANUI CENTRAL. October Ist. Attendance good; Mrs Goodie presided. Adjutant E. M. Huston, gave a most inspiring little talk. A vote of sympathy was passed with the late Mr DawsoA> family. Reports were received from the various departments. .Mrs Emmett ga\.- a reading on Temperance work, o* tober 7th. we held a street stall in aid of Union funds. Arrangements have been made for gift- to be left at Mr Upton’s shop. TKML’KA. O**tol»er 2nd. President in the chair. Fair attendance. Mrs Hewson, delegate to District Convention, gave an interesting re port which was much enjoyed by all present. Hearty vote of thinks to Mn Hew'son. Secretary reported two cottage meetings held, one at Milford and on** a* Clandehoye. Mrs Marshall elected White Ribbon reporter F’cst room arrangements discussed, and werk extended. Mrs Nome also spoke, very impresslbly, enjoining all members to la* prayerful and work strongly ind silently for sue* ess in the present campaign. W A IT A It A. August 21st. Mis Kedgley presided; atteiuLatice small. Resignation of Mrs Andrews, President, was accepted with expressions of regret. Mrs Kedgley was elected President. September 18tli. President in the chair: attendance good. Vote of condolence was passed with Mrs Rattenbury in her bereavement, amt feeling reference was made at the passing away of Rev. Dawson; members stood ir silence as a mark of sympathy A visit iron) Miss Hates, Alliance Organiser, explaining the work in hand to do foi the coming campaign, leaving a supply of literature for distribution. Loving greetings from Mn* Andrews, and reminding us of our t**xi for the year. In quiteneas and in confidence, shall be our strength. October Ist. Special meeting; Mr» Kedgley in chair. Mrs Scott, Northern District President, welcomed. Made an earnest appeal for each one to do her pan during this campaign. Speaker was heartily thanked for her appreciative address. Two members initiated. Afternoon tea served. ONEHUNGA. Beptemlter lftth. Larg attendance. Request for rakes for sale in aid of Ramabai'i Mission, to he held in Mrs f’owie’s Hall, resulted in twelve being promised, ami arrangements were made re delivering same. President called on Mr Stalworthy, to sjveak. A hearty vote of thanks was accorded Mr Stalworthy, Mrs Judson then explained the objects and aims of the “Ministry of Friendship,” and several ofTers were received from members willing to write to women in other lands. A cup of tea was served. MUNGATUR- >TO. Mis Wright in the chair, ami eleven memtiers present. Our delegate to the Devonport Convention tMrs Halites). She gave u.< her report of the proceedings; it was moat interesting. We were specially interested to hear about Mrs Judson with her silver* hair, and fours* ore years, so faithful*.* doing her Master’s work still, mid we pray that she may long he spared to help our great cause along. It was agreed to bold the afternoon for mothers and babies on the Cradle P.oll in November. Afternoon tea was served. EDEN. September 16th. Mrs Anld presided; fair attendance. Mrs Chappell and Mrs Danhaiu were apisiinted delegates to Convention. Decided to extend an invitation for District Convention of 1925, to be held under the auspices of “Eden” Union. Adjutant Gor don. cf the Salvation Army, gave a most impressive address on her ex|»eriei,cea with “drink In the home.’* It was indeed xn*l-

that till* hail to lay auvli emphasis on Uie fait that It was tlit* women who were drinkuk. and if they would set the higher standard, she whm quite «onfldent that men «ould stand up to it, and victory would he ■air* Two stalls well rilled with needle «ork and cakes respect, ely. were arranged for sale, and together with small charge for afternoon tea, resulted in £lO/14/-, being Imnded over to the Uoskill Prohibition U*ague, as this Union’* contribution towards campaign exj»en*es. MABTEKTUN. Mrs i'uckcr presided. A good meeting—- ,;•! Icing present, better was read from Miss Avisoii, concerning the “Ministry of Friendship”—rive members offerer! to corres|K«n«l with women of other countrie*. An "At dome" was amtngerl for October 14th. when Mis Itarton, of Scotland, will be the speaker. Fina I arriengeinents were maiie for "Shop Uay" to be held on October 7 th, —also oimnittee elected to superintend refreshments provided by the Union for Prohibition workers on Polling Day. Decided to send letters of sympathy to Mrs Dawson, Wellington, in her sad bereavement, ami to Mrs hotter and Mrs Itoss of local Union. Remainder of afternoon was spent in prayer for a successful issue on Polling hay. OTA HU HU. (••toiler Ist. A good attendance. Miss tirifTin. an Anglican I -dy from Auckland, kindly came out and gave us a very interesting talk on the Evils of Drink amongst our young girls, and that we must pray more and speak a word on Temperance where ever we go, as the Drink was increasing. OREYTOWN. September 29th. Moss Oates, President, presiding. Seven members present who dis- • ussed the best means of advertising before the routing election, letter of heart-felt •\ ill pa thy sent to Mrs John Dawson and family in their sail bereavement. Also to Mrs ('oiliiis, Urey town, who liad lost a dear kind father, and Mr Anker, of Oreytown, who had lost a loving father and mother. Mrs Anker undertaking L.T.L. (’lass to dose of year. KANGIORA. September 25th. Correspondence received from Miss Henderson, dealing with the • hild Welfare Bill. I>eeided to again otter prizes ill standards V*. and VI., of the lo<hl «hool for essays on Temperance. The Secretary read a pamphlet entitled How we won the Franchise." It was resolved that the October meeting—probably being the last before the election — should be mainly of a devotional nature. BLENHEIM. Sept. 17. A suburban meeting "as held m the Hpringlands Methodist Church. Mrs Grig* (President) presided over a fair attendance. and gave h splendid address on the work of the W.C.T.U. Mrs Ryburn sa\c an interesting ami helpful paper on ‘‘Prayer.” Two new members Joined our Union. ii,t. 6. A successful and well-attended '■]ih\ up” social, Mrs .1. Stewart (\ ice - President ) in the cluiir. iJedded to bold a "Bung and Buy” afternoon in the Presbyterian Hall on November 20tli. Mrs Stewart kindly ton.-ented to interview Mr Kean, bead muster, aliotit the school children writing essays, the prizes to Ik* given out at tin* November Band of Hope meeting. Mrs Whiteside gave an interesting report of the bistrict Convention. Mrs St«wart urged all members to work hard ami pray without i easing for victory at the coming (‘lection Musical Items were much appreciated, and afternoon tea handed round. PALMERSTON NORTH. (*it. 2. Very good attendance. The President (Mrs V tung) read a very Interesting report on the proceedings of a District Convention o.' the N. 7.. Alliance held recently At Marion. A press report was read of an address given by Mrs Rachel I ion, the Union’s National President. Rel*nrts on work which had been carried on Were submitted bv Mrs Burrell (White Ribbon Bupt.) and Miss Astbury (Cradle Roll Bupt.). Members were re.nlnde* l»y Mrs Bird sail of tlie power ot sll?nt concent m ted Prayer, anil it was decided to bold fort-

nightly prayer meetings, to which all interested are invited. NAPIER. (M. 7. Good attendance. Accounts passed for payment. Received deputation from tin* Reehaliites. inviting our coo|K*ration to arrange for Bister Kennedy'* visit. Committee to be appointed. Members requested to again support Mrs Helen Barton at hei outdoor meeting. Her public meeting last week whs h great success, she lie lag especially gifted for outdoor speaking. Tlie report of Convention received with thanks, and dis* ussrd. Sympathy was express* ' for Mrs Leaak, absent with an injured knee. A letter of condolence to be sent to relatives of the late Mrs Powell. Resolved to send a request to the Secretary of the Ministers’ Association in Napier asking that steps lie taken during October to arrange for a special day—if possible throughout the Ikmiinion —for prayer for Prohibition. RAMA RAMA. Oct. Annual meeting. Mrs Kern in the chair. Several suitable readings were rendered, followed by a conversation. Throe new members enlisted Mrs Sharp, Treasurer, very kindly provided lunch. SOUTH WELLINGTON. Franchise l»a> Meeting. Sept. A good attendance of members and friends. Short address from the President dwelling on tlie beneficial legislation passed since 1X93, specially affecting women and children. Miss Mtlburn, of Auckland, gave an interesting account of the Abrams treatment, particularly quoting many cases of cure effected by tlie method, i uses which slie could personally vouch for, as site bad carefully watched them and had followed them up since to see if tlm.’e had been any recurrence of the trouble. She described how Dr. Pettit, in Aui kland, having himself been cured by means of the treatment, when neither lie nor any of his medical confreres had lieen able to give him any relief, decided to study tlie method for himself, and went to America for the purpose. He returned, ronvlr ed that it was based on sound scientific principles, and nad used ii ever sir-e w*ith excellent results. \t tin* end of tlie address Miss Milhum answered various questions. Many leaflets and pamphlets dealing with the subject were purchased by those present, all of whom were intensely interested In tlie whole of the proceedings. Oct. A fair number of members ami friends were present. A vote of condolence was passed with Mrs Dawson and her family on the death of Rev. J. Dawson. An initiatorv service was In id. at which t lire** others were received into tlie I’ll on. Mjs Mowlem and Mrs Evans reported several drawing-room and evening m etings in different suburbs, at which Mrs Williams had given interesting and Instructive addresses, and new members had been obtained for tlie Union. The speaker for til * afternoon was Mrs Ensign Goff in, who related some of her early experiences as a young girl in Scotland. Site said that though tin* were fighting an Insidious enemy, they were not fighting alone, for “God ami one man were always in a inajortf ” Richt was on our side, and l**hind Right was God. She was optimistic, for Hinong many business men was a new outlook ami a new vision for the uplifting of this Dominion. The President and several others bore testimony to what had been done in the past by prayer and loving effort. It was decided to meet for half an hour's prayer at two o'clock every Thursday during tin* coming weeks. HAW ERA. Sept. 24. Twenty-six present, Mrs Reed presiding A vote of sympathy to the relatives of Rev. J. Dawson, Mr Armour, and Mrs McKenzie was passed, all standing. Arrangements made for a women’s united meeting in afternoon to welcome Mrs I»on about 16th October. Decided to semi 15s towards the expenses of the creche at Dunedin Exhibition. A member of the Alliance waited on tlie members, thanking them for help in tlie past, and asking for further assistance in tlie coming campaign. Tlie