News of the Union.

White Ribbon, Volume 38, Issue 451, 18 March 1933, Page 7

News of the Union.

KepwcU MVST I. Rsu-h tha F.ditor by at ft of month. t. It* written in Ink, on one vide of the paper only. 3. Bo therl and to the point. X presided. Large attendance. Kympathy to lie sent to Nik and bereaved member* Mra Attkenhead and Mm* Watson delegate* to Isitninloti Convention. Arrangements made for annual effort on March 7tli Rev. Irwin gave a mo*t helpful and inspiring ad dress Mrs Koldtioon thanked the speaker, and epoke of liin removal to llaw.-ra, and presented him with buttonhole, also l>ou quet for Mra Irwin Warm welcome extended to Mra «\ H. Matthews, of Palmerston North, who rontnhuted a much enjoyed solo. Tea a-.nl *n« ml hour. Collection for World's Miaaionary Fund. A KATA PI-TF holt Kl . 12 pr* ent. Mra Godfrey presided. Mra Taylor read extract* from Frames Willards book. "Do (everything,” ami from “Mighty Momenta.” by Itev. Lionel Fletcher. Mcadamea Taylor and Wordsworth served afternoon tea HAM 1.1 rilA.—F. b. 21. Mix ( lark |>i. aided. Arranged to Kive the Band of Hope children a tea on loth March. Mra. Clarke delegate to Convention. Letter read from Mr McSklmming lour member for ciuthai in answer to letter of protest against the is.ooo loan on Masonic Hotel, Napier, heartily agreeing with member* proteat against tha loan. Blit lv l n ll I \l» M lehuret gave a very helpful talk on Mark VI. 31. "Come ye apart and rest awhile.” Willard l>«y was kept by prayer. We agreed to all th.* remits except the first which is nil. Itltl Mlkll N the chair. Hood attendance and visitors welcomed. Sympathy with the relatives of our lute member Mrs. Young was carried, all standing Meads me s Brewer, Pickering and Isaacs to attend District Executive meeting Hclo hy Mins Turner much appreciated. Mrs. Webster read a paper on "Alcohol and Athletics.” Heinits to Annual Convention were read and dis< uaeed freely by all the members. Mrs. Brewer (Ikdegnte to National Council of Women) reported on a recent meeting, where remits for thejr fourth eoming Convent on were dealt with.. Lieut. Tyler spoke on “What we are doing." dealing with the Social Herviee work of the Salvation A my, and was listened to with the elosest att<*nt<'i, and accorded a hearty \ote of thanks. Dainty tea served hy the I'reahyter an Ladies. It I I I \ v l chair. Decided to hold tht* year'* meeting in the Methodist Chureli. Mrs Roger* gave a report of tin* N C. monthtv F\o. u tlve. A pa|*er on the life of Franc* Wlllurd was read. The treasurer'* retaliation received. 1 111 I IM.WOOII rent. Winter garment* to he knitted for Willard Home. Trying to form tlu de Company for girls Day of mooting changed to suit country members. Mrs llill read paper on "Life of Frames Willard." Afternoon tea. « AKTF.KTON. Mar ti 1 Good attendance. Mr* Tyler in chair Pledge repeated Bring and buy afternoon to la* given by Mrs Butler, second Wednesday in April. \n article from Mra E. I* Taylor. Dominion President, was read by Mra Shirley. Mr* Tyler then gave u* a brief outline of the amount of work done by the W.C.T.1l all over the world, which proved very interesting DAKGAVIM E.- Feb 14tli At the home of Mr*. Noble. Fair attendance. Mr* N O. White presided. Diacu-s on on plans of work for the coming year "Willard Day' observed. Mrs. Simmons read a very Interesting paper on the "Life and Work of Frances Willard.” Pledge repeated and afternoon tea rerved hv Mrs Mid Miss Noble. I>| \| DIN < FNTIIAI tendance. M ss Powell pres d**d Motion of sympathy to Mrs Illett In her ll'ne s. and hopes expressed for her speed** rerove V. Sympathy extended to i bereaved nieinl" r Hat I*factory llnanrlsl statement ore ented by

Mims Mtcandrew, who was congratulated on her work as Delegates to Annual Convention, Mesdaiue* Alexander, Angus, ami Hotting. Article lead regurdmg Conference held recently in London I>> the Native Races and Liquor Ti affic United Oommittee, dealing with the sale of liquor in the Holy Land. The Conference carried a resolution expressing concern at the great Increase in the number of licenses granted In recent >oars, and urged the Government to take such steps as would lead to the reduction of licet); s and a far stricter control of the lhjuor traffic in Palestine. 11l Nl.ln > mm 111 aldson presided. Fair attendance. Members urged to support Temperance candidate at Mayoralty election. Mrs Abmn delegate to Convention. Mm Keen congratu.ated Hranch on its growth since her last visit. I’resident spoke on Juvenile Criminals. At ternoon tea. KK.NCOI KT.—Feb. k. Nne pre-ivit. Mrs Hartlett presided. Arrangements made for Cradle Hoil afternoon on March 9 th. Decided to have roll-call at each meeting. Mrs K. KickarU to be keeper. Decided to enquire re Bible teaching in our schools. M* shames W. Beer and F. Turner hoste ,ses. I Lll.lH.Nti President ai chair. Kcsoived that an imitation to hold next Convention in i e ld.n* be sent to District Executive. A very hue address on ’’Work of Women in the Worlu,” was given by Mrs Daw non, in which she emphasised the great need for prayer, both secret and fa.ally worship. She also delighted the meeting with tier sweet s.ng ing. tit le \l HI N* present. Mrs. Wallnch presided. Solos by Mrs. Wat huh n Mrs. t'oursey. Kepi < * from Mrs. Don uud Mrs. Williamson for letters of svmpathy. Afternoon tea dispensed by Msnrinmea Ifroad, Horrell and Hotherway. A splendid address by Hex. Lawry on "The problems of the day aud lines we could work on to try and better existing evils." Three new members Initiated. i-oici sided. Good attendance. Letter of thanks from Willard Home for money »«nt by united Rasul's of Hope. Mrs Rhodes end Mrs. Haldey appointed Delegates to Convention. President reported that iiau been presented to (lore and East (lore schools for Essays on "Alcohol a cell poison.” The treasurer read the annual balance sheet showing a credit balance of ft 13s. Mrs. Dent mi L**«h gave an address on the Bino-Japanese position. Mrs. E. C. Smith pre-ented epea er witii n bouquet of roses and thanked her for her address. («HE I'TOH N.—- Feb. 2hth. Very go> Meeting at Mrs. Morrison’s, 10 pre-ent, I.x financial members. Cannot send a delegate. Carterton delegate ask •<) to give report of Convention. Greet mg* to o»* sent to Convention. President urg'd all to remember Noontide Hour. Members asked to bring clothing for Willard Horn to next meeting. II \ N I I N • • President In the chair. Report of Executive Meeting read. Carden party coiiunittec appointed to act with Area Temperance Council to arrange for party March 9th. Docidod to combine old |*eople's afternoon with party. Letter signed hy all present to be forwarded as a mark of love and appreciation along with a gift to Mrs. Speight. Frances Willard celebrated. Collection taken for World's Missionary Fund. Address given bv Mrs. Wll.von on ‘‘The Girlhood of Frances Willard.” IIFMIKH^IN.—F«b M Duncan prr sided. Extracts from the life of Frances Willard were road and her life work was rii*«u*.4cd very freely by members. Miss human proposed e«< h member br‘ng a new menil>er next month as a surprise for our ilear President. All promised to do their lie*t. Cup of tea at c!o«r of meeting served by members. HAWKRA. Filey presided. Vote of sympathx to Milt. J Squire, n the lo“s of her bustvind. Mrs. Spavin. Delegate to (invention sub nutted a splendid report 1 new m miber TVinatlon sent to Willard Home Afternoon tun served by Mesdame* Exlev and Hay**' I

HAMILTON.—Mar 2 Mrs Jolr.ison presided. Fair attendance. A letter of sym|M thy to Mrs. Seal. The Union has suffered the loss of Mrs. Mason who recently passed to higher .service. Sympathy expressed with the family. Due new member. Mrs Atkinson to assist Mrs. Mitchell in Cradle Roll work. Miss Ainbury read several letters of apprvclatur.i from mothers of Cradle Roll babies, also one from Sir C. Kingsford Smith whose baby’s name she had secured. Resolved not to send a delegate to Convention, tint year. Mrs. Jones spoke on her recent trip to Honolulu, givivig a greeting to all White Hibboners from Mrs. Lee Cowie. I-I.ANI) DAl.—Feb. 15 Good atten dance. Mrs. Mow lem presided. Welcome extended to Mrs. Milner who has l»een transferred from Napier. Interesting reading from Frances E. Willard’s "Ik> Everything' Kolos by Mrs AyrUm. Address by Rev. if Keen. Methodist ladies were hostesses. One new member. HA I \POI. —Feb. Reports of the year's work read, and the balance-sheet was submitted by Miss Evans. The results of the Temperance examination were lead, and the President congratulated Mrs Hlackwell and Mrs Rinaldi on getting sui h a good percentage of marks; out of six entrants, four received certificates. RAIROKAI. —March 1. Officers elected. — Pres., Mrs. Adcock; Vice-Pros., Mrs. Orr and Mrs. Miliar; Sec., Miss Dobson. Manchester St.; Treas., Mrs Masterton, Krightoii St.; W.R. Agent. Mrs Grade, Ulenroas Street; Hackblocks Agent. Mrs. Ellis; Sick Visitor, Mrs. Rummage; Cradle Roll Hupts., Mrs. Flett and Mrs. Millar; Press Reporter. Mrs. Orr. Convention discussed, lkdegnte appointed. Expression of s>mputhy with Mrs. Orr on death of her sister. Afternoon tea. KOIII >L\KAHA.- Feb. 15th At Mrs. Kaspars. Very good attendance. Hong* were rendered by Mesdames Kiffeil, L. Kudy, C. Gray, Nlehoisot) and Beebe, while Mrs. Phillips and Mi“s Beryl Phillips contributed a duet. Mrs. Read read a paper on ’’Great Women.” Mrs. Pyle brought a message from Mrs. Lee-Cowle. March Ist. A good at*»ndance pr* sided over by Mrs. Kaepar. Mrs. C. Phillips gave an address on "faith.’’ A letter of thanks was received from Mr. Moreton for hooks donated to the prison library. Mrs. L. Eudy nml Mrs. Kiffeil sang a duet. LOW Lit HI IT. —Fob. 22. Small attend ante. Mrs Crawford presided. Cradle Roil afternoon was not so well attended as usual, a:- tile day proved wet and boisterous; we held the meeting at Mrs Bayley’s house, where there were present 16 adults and 12 children. Collection, 15/-. The strangeness of the habit at weddings, etc., of using wine for toasts to wish people happiness was spoken of by Mrs Page, as the monthly thought. Next meeting a social afternoon, to tMtertain some ol our older members, w ho are uuuole usually to attt-ud the meeting . They will be sent for and taker) home again. A |viper on “Christianity” was given by Mrs < raw ford, also a retd.uk by Mrs Aidersley on “UntlniHhed Tasks.” Afternoon tea served. LIN WOOD. —Feb Good attendance Mix. Greenwood presided. Mrs. Turner gave S< entitle fact. All excellent syllabus drawn up for the year was adopted. Mias I’ardale, J.P. gave a most interesting uddress on her work us Secretary of the Society for Protection of Women and Children, illustrating it with cases which had come under her own observation. Reported that the Cradle Roll had ho*m greatly enjoyed by both mothers and children. LEIGH.—ItIi. 21st. Home meeting at Mis. Grigg's, good attendance, 3 visitors. l*r•*s*i«l**iit ill the chicr. Report was read of the District Executive. The President has commenced to till a scrap book of extracts of interest to W.C.T.U. members. Mrs Matheson gave the Motto: "He just and fear not. Let all the ends thou airiest at be thy country's, thy God's and truth's. Mrs. Grigg read a story of Sir Inn Hamilton. Afternoon tea. 'I wrLIMOV March 2nd. Miss Jones presided. Fair attendance. Mrs. Jansen led devotional exercises. Syllabus for next three months arranged. March llfh Axed for an At Home meet Wig at Mrs. Morico’s to farewell Mrs. Itlamlres and celebrate Maori Day. Mrs. Hlnmires gave u hel|»-

ful and inspiring address. Ho tesses, Mat lames White and Russell. iIh'I.IKI .-l .I. \ • la i Mi Ifedford presided. Decided to send a delegate to Convention. Meeting adjourned out of respect to two very old members who have been removed by death. A *ll* Mt vote of sympathy was passed to the bereaved families. NAPILIt. —March 1. Good attendance. Mrs. Lewis in the chair. Mrs. Chellew to represent us at "No More \N ar meeting. Resolution supi»orting "Judicial Proceedings Hill” was sent to Hon. Cobbe. Bring ami Huy at next meeting One new member. White Ribbon to be sent to Public Library. Our Press commended for not publishing sordid details of cases tried in our Courts. NORTH BRIGHTON. —Feb. 12. Mrs. Eames presided. Good attendance. Sympathy with Miss Harband J.P. and Mrs. Felton both seriously ill in hospital. Letter read from a member of the B.W.T.A. at Bournemouth. Mrs Noonan invited Hand of Hope workers to meet at her home on Marcli H. Cradle Roll picnic on March 11. Prayer meeting to be held on March J. Rev Grigg gave a most impressive address on the letters W.C.T.U. Regret expressed at removal of Mrs. Karnes. lialance Sheet adopted and auditor thanked. NOUTHCOTE. —March 2. Miss Hulbert in chair. Mrs. Kasper gave an address, mtroducing Temperance facts, and scientific reasons for Total Abstinence She urged the members to keep on fighting for their cause, and in spite of adverse opinions, it had been proved that America had greatl> benefited under Prohibition. Afternoon tea served. Decided to meet 2nd Tuesday each month. , , ... N F \ \l I KY. —Feb. Well attended Miss A* Gray was in the chair, and read the principles of the Union, mid the Hymn "Noontide” was *ung One candidate wa* initiated. Mis. Keen a visiting Sister from Ponsonby was welcomed and spoke on the work of different Unions she had visited and streseed the value of faith and prayer. M.s* Ib-gg appointed delegate to ' onventioii. Miss Margaret Begg to represent l’*nlon on the "National Council of Women IH5 * elded to continue the essays by school children A Syllabus for the year was arranged A Committee to form an L.T L. was elected, to meet after the Conference. The Rev. .F, M. Simpson will speak at the next meeting. NED PLYMOUTH. Feb. 22. riilrt> members pres.sit. Birthday greetings rent to thr*c nM*d member*. A welcome extended to Mrs. Cade, a member of the Wellington Union. Reminder of ('.lt. picnic to be held on Saturday, 25tli. Mrs Olivers s report of Convention was read, and a vote oi thanks passed to her. Miss Drew spoke about the new scheme for membership campaign. Plans to be made at the *.iext meeting. The presentation of Long Bel vice Badge* to Mrs Douglas, Mrs M' Isaacs, Mrs runnell. and Mrs Malcolm. Mrs Douglas spoke a few words on the early da>» jf the Union. One verse of "Blor-t bo flic Tie that. Hinds” was sung. Afternoon tea served, and the collection taken up.

NKI>OM.~r»b. 14. Willard Day. Splendid attendance. President spoke of the great need of Prayer and Praise in our daily lives. Temperance Fact by Mrs Walker taken from the booklet, "White-Robed Vestal. ’’ Hearty welcome extended to visit wig members. Mrs Move* Walker, ami Cooke delegates to Convention. Mra Hoax read a paper on "The Life of Prances Willard." Mrs Field drew attention to A. J. Russell's book, entitled "For Sinners Only.” Feb. 22. A very successful Jumble Sale held. OXFORD.—Feb. 15th <;«*<*• 1 atter laii'< Frances Willard Day. Dr. Beaby of Canterbury College ga\e an interesting address. Songs were given by Mesdanies C. Johnson and W. Dailey. A vote of thanks to speaker and the vocalists. Afternoon tea served. A business meeting was then held. A resolution of sympathy with Mrs It Judson in the death of her sister. Mrs Dew appointed delegate to Convention. Decided to eater for the Oxford Show. PKTO.NK. —March 7tl Thirteen pro -nt. Mrs. Plavter presided and rend report of District Executive meeting. Abo read remits to he discussed at Dominion Convention. A small gift to la* sent to Mrs. James who is leaving to reside at Caversham. Parcels for the Willard Home receiver!. OTAIII 111 . —Feb. 16. Social afternoon. Mrs EceersalJ presiding. Musical Item bv Miss Cceersall. Mrs Christian. Mrs Greenail. and Mrs Muir, and elocutionary Hems by Mrs Rosevanr. Inspiring address by Rev. Eecersall on “Ye are the salt of the earth." sT'eaUlug specially upon W.C.T.V. yvork. ON Fill NGA. —Feb. 9. Good attendance, presided over bv Dr. Jeannie Craig. Her mos «age for the new year of work was, "Deny yourselyes. take up the < 'ross, an*l follow Me." followed by a f"W short prayers, and the pledge repeated by all. special dilation of tl to be given towards the travelling expenses of a District officer to Dominion <'on vent ion. Decided to have a box for donations towards our Orphanage. Copper t ail discu.aed, and Ideas to be brought to next meeting A further donation of 3»/from the autograph afternoon tea cloth (reported elsewhere). The money has been used to pay for Rihle In Te Pa papa School referendum, and the remainder to be donated to the Organising Fund. A hearty vote of thanks was accorded Mrs Ashby. A paper was givm by the I*rssideint on "Fiances Willard and Other Notable Women and Their Influence.” UTAFTAI. -Feb. Annual meeting. Officers: Pres.. Mrs K. Harrington; Vice-Pros., Mrs J. Brown, Hee., Mrs J. Brooker; Tiu ~ Mrs Glitching; < radle Roll fupt.. Mrs Mnx- . m 'ii March. Hpecial mooting to rec* vc Mi--McLay, and splendid meeting with her. We are commencing Band ot Hope meetings in April, and this year wc ar going to t»> and ne't fottnightly, Ir.uC-i 1 of monthly. We have had a good year, Hire** new members hav fig been added, making a total of 30. OIIAKI NK. —Feb. lti. C.ood attend am c, President *i the chair. Pledge repeated. Leadings and extracts., given by several members. Mrs Beck sang a solo. Sympathy with Mrs Osmond in her recent sad bereavement. Mrs Farr appealed to all members for help in the year's work. Mrs HilJ appointed C R. Bupt. One new member. Afternoon tea OWAKA BRANCH.— March 1 Opening meeting attendance good. The speaker was the Rev. R. Blair who gave a most helpful talk Mrs. Eva James to be delegate to Convention. OAMARI'.—PeI*. 13. Mrs. Hall presiding Miss Cowan read scientific facts on "Health and Alcohol." Miss Smythe appointed delegate to Annual Convention. Frances Willard day. Mrs Bridgman read a paper concerning the lifts sf tl nder and organiser of the W.C.T.C Collection was taken for World's Missionary Fund. N.—Mr Hoddr r presided. A few matters of business, such as the appointment of delegate to Convention, arrangements for next meeting, etc., were then conducted, after wrhlch the meeting joined with the P W M 17. for their dav of prayer, It having l*oen fixed for the same day and in the same place. Other womens' organisations had also been hi-

vlted to attend, quite a laigo meeting being the result. PAPANTI. —Feb. 'j. Mrs. Graham presiding. Sympathy with Mrs. Buckley in her bereavement and Mrs Gcildis in her continued ilhncxH. # A Temperance fait by Mrs. Hopper. Mrs. l.owrie gave a very interesting address on the work done hv the W.C.T.C. in all parts of the world, also, the good work done by the members of the Y. branches, and was thanked. PONnON'DY. —Feb 1C C.ood attend; re. Miss Kesd presiding. Miss Pyle, of Honolulu, gave interesting talk on work there. Solo l»y Mrs Patterson. Mrs Hunt also spoke. Welcome given to Sister Jessie, of Opottki. PAM I ATI'A i Eight J. D. Wilson in the chair. The S< lent fle Fact deait with the assistance given by the Brit ali Medical Association to the T*-m----perann e cause in England. Decided that a letter be sent to the Pahlatua Borough Council protesting against Sunday play on the Municipal tennis courts. Collection taken up for the N.Z. Missionary Fund. Mrs HarJand and Mrs A. Wilson were hostesses for the afternoon. Rl,Ml FRA.—Feb. 21st. Good attendance. Mrs. Kaspar presided. Frances Willard lkj observed. Business re Dominion Convention discussed. A donation of £1 was voted for District Funds. Mrs. Robinson reported on National Council activities. A letter of thanks received from the Rev. Monton for books donated to the prison library. Address by the President. KARAIA. —Feb. N Thirteen present, Mi Boag in chair. Roll-call, and two hr *ks sold. Temperance Fact, "Alcohol often causes neuritis or inflammation of the nerves,” was repeated in unison. Officers elected: Pres., Mrs Bnag; Vlce-Pres., Mrs Morrison; Kee., Miss A. G. (hikley; Treax, Mrs Saunders; Supt. Departments: Birthday Ijeague, Miss C. C. On k lay; Cradle Roll, Mrs and Miss Rapley; Headquarters, Mrs Palmer; "White Ribbon," Mis* A. G. Oakley; Literature, Mrs * 'rotate; &'< k Visitors, Mrs Rapley and Mrs Kirk; Absentee Visitors, Mrs Maunders and Mrs AlJan; Letter Writer, Mra Street; Y Supt., Miss A. G. Oakley. Address by Mrs Altkeuhead, of Axhhuiton. on "Mothers and Their Responsibility." Vote of thanks passed to speaker. Afternoon tea. Hostesses, Mrs Boag and Mrs Allan. Rl< CARTON. -Feb. Hevetiteen pro ent Letter of sympathy in illmss and hopes of speedy ro'vovt ry to he sent to Miss B. M Harhand. Mrs W. Meharry, Bupt. of Birthday League. Invitation to a Y Garden Party was gratefully accepted. Appeal for cukes anil sweets for stalls. Need of new subscribers to the "White Ribbon" was stressed. Decided to study "Life of Miss Sopnia Black." Mrs Grigg gave un address on Miss Maude Ro>den, her principles, views and op.nions. Vote of thanks to speaker. Afternoon tea served by Mrs A. Do'g. SOITII IN\FRCAKLILF. -Feb. 14th Meeting' held in new hall. ,\l*ss A. M. M. • La> the speaker. Frances W iljard Day, and all urged to emulate our great W.C. T.U. leader. Miss Griftiths presented the balance-sheet. Notice given of Dominion Convention, to meet ;ti Invercargill; aiso of a Jtritig and Buy on March 3rd. Two new members.

TIWAKI . —Feb. 27. A number of "Y’V present by invitation. Motion of sympathy passed to Mr. A. Stead hi the loss of his brother. Iteiegatex were appointed to Convention. Mrs. H. H. Brown and Mrs. Milier, and Instructed how to vote on remits. Willard Day, Mrs. Mimtic rend extracts lrom Frances W it lard's life, and Mrs. Nome spoke also of the wonderful work she had done. Musical items. Competition, and Supper.

TAKAI’I NA March. Good attenilan< < Mrs. Ke> nolds presided. Mutters relating to Convention were discussed and suggestions made for a new syllabus. THAME*.—March Ist. Presided over 1 Mrs. Llversedge and well attended. Resignation of our President, Mrs. Langford was accepted with regret. A very Interesting address on the work of the British and Foreign Bible Society was g!\im by Mrs. Young, the representative for the Society. Afternoon tea served. TFMI K A. March 3rd. Pledgi i.qa Special meeting arranged to meet Miss Melay on Monday afternoon. Mrs. Bambridge

elected delegate to Convention, fraille Roll Afternoon to !»*• held in the Ikmiain on Friday March 17th. Scientific Fact read by Mra. Smith on "Alcohol and Health.” Remits for Convention discussed. Report from District Executive. leavers for sick member. Afternoon tea. Hostesses Mesdnmea Wright and Read. TUA MARIKA age, 15 present. Mrs F. Smith in the chair. SylJnhus for year presented for approval. Mrs Wilson to represent us at Convention. J2/A collection for Willard Home, also 10/to go from combined Bands of Hope. National Anthem and afternoon tea. ( PI’FR lit TT.—l-'eb. 25th. 7 members present. Mrs. Spencer led the devotions, and the pledge was repeated. Mrs. J. Roberts gave an ex< client paper on "Watching" w h ch was much appreciated. Frances Willard l»av, an Interesting and iiistru< tive reading from one of her hooks "Do Everything" was given by Mrs. J. Whiteman. Afternoon tea served. The formation of a Y. Branch In the district was approved. Wishes of goodwill by President and members, were extended to Mrs. J. Whiteman who is shortly leaving the district. WELLINGTON.—Man h 1. An Interesting meeting n resided over by Mrs. H. Chisholm. Short devotional service by Mrs. Murray. Re. sending delegate to the Convention. owing to the expense and our lack of funds it was decided not to send one this year hut to ask District Officer to read us her report. Mrs. ("hisholm reported that she had collected f2 2s for Headquarters Fund from visitors to her begonia house. A very Interesting paper on the life of Frames Willard was read by the President. Mexdames Murray and Rowe served tea. WAIPAWAe ' Mi II Dj sided. Good attendance. Votes of sympathy pasM'd to two families in their recent sad bereavements. District Executive to meet ki Wa pawa. Arrangements discussed and date fixed. Decided to hold "Pav-up" Social Inter in the year. The Dominion President's litter was read from the "White Ribbon." The remits for Convention were also discussed. As It was Frances Willard Da;.*, extracts from an account of her life were read and proved very interesting. Afternoon tea dispensedW AIMATE.—Fab. f*. Mrs Roy presided over a small gathe* - pg. Mrs Roy read some helpful »exts for ; tie year. A hearty vote of thanks was accorded Mrs Graham for her twenty-eight years' service as "White Ribbon” \gcnt Mrs If Buckingham was appointed Agent, also reporter for the "White Ribbon.” A helpful address «,i< gii*«ti by Mrs Ensign fflrarle. and was much appreciated. Afternoon tea closed the meeting.