News of the Union.

White Ribbon, Volume 38, Issue 452, 18 April 1933, Page 11

News of the Union.

Heitort* 'll *»T,— It) Knu li Editor It) Mill of month. (p Be written In ink. on one side of the |MI|KT onl>. Ct) lie short unit to the point. s|'K<m TO KKI'ORTKKv Owing to Coiiieiition new* oar *|Kice is very rrvwded itn«l re|H>rt* have had to be cut down very dmstimllj. Reporter*! pleuMC forgive, it only hn*»i>ei»s once it >chi-. AKA'lolio. —March 3<dh. Ten members i,n> t rit. Ob # of distress hel|*ed. Members to help Ladles’ Committee of Unemployed with revving and knittins. ete.. scone comMr N ■ hoist n Judge; Mr#. N Good first prize. Mrs. Q. Richard* ; *<<ond. One dozen copies of Convention W.R. to he giv«*n to svnipathiser*. AUCKLAND. —March 7. Good sttmdanrt. Mr# Cook presided. Willard l*nv observed. Collection for the World Missionary Fund. Resignation of Mrs Taylor. Recording Secretary, was received with sin cere regret. A tribute was paid to the efficient service she had rendered during her ixtten >«-ni term of office Helpful .n*t. \ ear iiieneuge given by Mrs i-tempson Mrs rook delegate to the NC.W. Mr# ffwnm delegate to the Iknnlnion Convention. Miss Paul gave an Interesting talk on her recent visit to Palestine. A'lllU RTUN. —March 7. Fair attend ance. Sale of cakes and produce in aid of the funds held. Mrs Aitkenhead presided. Remits for Convention con.-* dered, and delegates Instructed how to vote. Report of g.C. District Executive submitted. The remiut on passed in Timaru, protesting •V gainst the incongruity of levying an lncreased iluty on sugar and motor spirit, when beer and other alcoholic Ihiuors were exempt from any further rise In duty, thereby fostering a harmful luxury at the expense of a legitimate business.” was endorsed by the Union. Decided to forward copy of same to Minister of Custom*. Am enjoyable little programme was contributed. Tea served, ami briak business done at the various stalls. Vote of thanks to all who had contributed to the success of the afternoon. Will, ItTON. —April 4. Coo cl attmdance, Mrs:. Altkenhead presiding. Votes of sympathy with Mrs. E G. Church. Mrs K. Weir, Mrs. T. Crooks, and Mrs. J. Lilly and family, itecided to write congratulating the Ashburton Silver Hand on their euccess nt the recent contests In Dunedin. amt oil the approbation MpfMSii b. the Rand Committee in regard to their exemplary conduct. Tea was served and M i. Robin-on presented Mrs. Hopkins s«-n. with a long-service Badge and a handsome hou'juct. which was gratefully received ExcelU'.it reports of Convention submitted by Mr A *kenhe d and Miss E. A. Watson. The Treaeurer'e report of the annual effort was verv ewoumg'ng Thanks to hostesses.

Alt M AIM TE KOIM 111 - Eiglit present. Mrs Godfrey presided. Decided to send congratulations to Miss J. Martlndale om her approaching marriage Mrs Godfrey read a poem, and Me* Taylor an article on the awful conditions which would prevail In any future war of the nat on* Afternoim tea served. lII.ENHK.IM. —March 7 Mrs Smith pre- « dcd. Good attendance. Mrs. Braddock gave a splendid paper on "Women Hymn Writers.” Songs rendered by Misses C. Landon-laine and J. Eckford were greatly enjoyed. Mrs Rtockwell farewellod, and made the recipient of a dainty cake plate and many good wishes. Mrs •toekweJl. In replying, epoke of the happy hours she had spent at our meetings, and how she had beem inspired by them, and her interest In in# work reawakened. Hhe regretted having to say good-bye to such friendly and helpful meetings. BIRKENHEAD April $. Mr Hro kle hurst presided and spoke of Womens' \, ork the world over. N**xt meeting nt Mrs Hav man’s. Mrs. Kasper to give re|w.rt of I'oiventlw III.FNHKIM— ApriI 4th Mrs. W. M SYilth presided. Good Attendance. Letters or sympathy to two members A full anil Splendid report of Convention was read

h> out delegate Mrs. I’ Stephens who was ic corded a hearty vote of thanks. One new member.

RAM |.( Til A. -April tth. Mrs. Clark pre s.fled. Fair attendance. T* a was given to Band of Hope children on March 10th, about 120 children present. Songs and recitations given by the children after tea. Decided to hold a rally and "Bring and buy Sale" on May 12th. Miu Tosii (our delegate to Convention) read an interesting and helpful report. BltooK IA V—Mat ch. Splendid attendance. President welcomed several v.sitoi . Committee of four formed to look out for new members and visit sick members. Mrs Stinson sang, and Mra Hennessy recited. Mrs c.ewer read report of Distrn t Exei utive. Mra. Pickering spoke of Un one she had visited In her recent trip to Australia, and brought a greet mg. “Hold Fast,” from. East Maitland W.C.T.U. Mrs Temple White was heartily thanked for her talk on "Travellers.” Afternoon tea by Baptist ladies. IIAIN'HAM. -March. I-'our present Paper on ‘'Eugenics'* rend by President. Officers elected: Pies., Mr* G. Tibbie; Set'., Mra F. Roads. COLLIXHIOOIL—I6th March. Nine present. Stmt a petition to Coun< il to d» their best for a dry road to the West Coast instead of mud-flat. Wool win given out for knitting winter garments for Willard Home. Afternoon tea. Afternoon changed from Friday to Thursday to get country members. DEV ON PORT. —March 1«. A successful pay-up social. Mrs J. Williams presided Remits to be discussed at the lknnitnon Conference were i imsidered. Mrs Evans was the soloist. Condolence to Miss Read in the loss of her brother. Afternoon tea. l>l Nl DIN <»mRAL—M i t . Fa i attendance. Mrs Hlctt presided. Two new member* added to roll. Remits for Dominion Convention discussed. Treasurer reported result of Jumble Hale, £7 4s 2d. £2 10s edit to Organising Fund dur.ng the year. i»l m.ih n CENTRAL, lpi lth attendance. Mrs. Riett presided. Decided tunt Mrs. |)owriing place wreath from Un on on Cenotaph on Anisic Iwy. Mrs. Alexander gave a most Interesting amt comprehensive report of Ifomlnion Convention, and was accorded a very hearty vote of thi ni:s Cradle Roll afternoon on April 27th. DI NKDIN Mil FH Man h. (b od utt.nd ance. President read report from N.C.W. Mr* A burn to he delegate to Convention Mrs Keen farewelled, and greetings sent by her to Poimonby Union. Afternoon ten I l* n 'I aided. Ft name# s reported to be in a smiisfactory condition. Excellent report of the recent Convent 'on given by Mrs. Rewa Bennett. <»ur delegate who give great praise to the officer* who had « • • i• lu< t•* l til** proceeding*. Mrs. Bennett also spoke of the fine fellowship feeling that prevailed through all t'ie sessions and said how much she had learned through being present. Cltl A LI NX.—M ii h Mi presided. Hmsll attendance. Report of I Ust'let Executive given by President. Paper on "M*ague of Nations' read and discussed. Members decided to s»-w for the poor of the district. Afternoon tea served. UIIKKN lsl \M> dan Mr*. Dickinson presided. Every member give Bible verse begmn ng with the word "Behold.” Next meet mg the word is to be "Come.” Mrs. Brown gave interest ing report of Convention Afternoon tea (.1 KtI.DIM II 30 ladies present. Mrs Wallach preaided. Miss Bell played *wo pianoforte selections Mis* Me Lay gave a very interesting address, stressing the need of more earnest work among women. "Woman is God’s reserve force, avid lins a wotide* ful opportun e . Miss McLay also read over the remits to be brought before the Convention Afternoon tea dispensed by Mesdamea Brunton, Bell, and coursey. (•Kit\l.DINE. -April. Good attendance. Mrs. Wallach in the chair. Mrs. Borrell *nng. Mrs. Wallach read a paper from the *'W.R.” Members were asked to bring knitted garments, or wool to be knitted for the needy. Afternoon tea dispensed bv Vi e-dames Grierson, Ik»uM. ami W. Fvfe IIA iIII.TDN. April * Mr E G John son presided, heartily welcomed Miss Wr g it

from Christchurch nntl Mrs. Armitt from Ihmedln who brought greetings. Mrs. Seal welcomed and congratulated on restored health. N'.O.W. asked support for following remits. The N.C. W. recommends that domestics In private employment should not • M i"; t from the wages tax. Asm recomends that women whose total income from all sources, does not exceed £52 per annum, shall be exempt from the unemployment tnx or levy. Unions agreed to support. Afternoon tea served, Mrs. J<mes read extracts from the “Vanguard*’ and then continued her talk on her visit to Honolulu. IIA>TIN4iS.—Mart h 23rd. Good attendance. Mrs liickmott in the chair. Devotions conducted by Mrs. t ook. Address given by Mrs. A. H. St riven, on Missionary training of the native teachers in the Papua. Votes of thanks acorded speaker and hostesses. HENDERSON.—Mac h \ ing afternoon with our paper, the “White Kibbon.” Most members read an article, ami discussion followed. to ask schoolmaster to allow essays to be written earlier in the year. Gift stall was sold out. Donation, with thanks, from Mis Forsen Stuart. HAYKL4M K NORTH.—March 10. Home meeting. 16 present. Mrs Brierly farewelled. She is returning to England. Afternoon tea, recitation, and wireless. March 24. Nine present. Pre-ident read verses on prayer and article on Temperance. Hostesses, Mrs Waugh and Miss llill. KAlAP4H.—March. Arrangements made for the next Hand of Hope. Itev. C. L. Sparrow gave a most interesting address on “The Wonder! 1 Memory of the Sub-con-scious Mind." I was heartily thanked. KOHIMAKYMA.—ApriI sth. Mrs. Perkins pres ded. flood attendance. Mrs. (\ Neal udres cd the meeting on “Medical Temper sort." One new member.

1,1.1 (.11.— March 30th. Home meet.g at Mrs. Grigg’s, good attendance, visitor present, Mrs. Grigg In the chair. Mrs. M. A. Mstheson gave a read'ng "If l were a President." Mrs, Woodward read “Deeps of Co-operation.” Mrs. I). A. Mr.theson was accorded a vote of thanks for her work In organising the UT.L concert. Mrs. Horton read “The Hindered Christ.’’ Several choice extracts were pasted Into the W.C.T. U. scrap hook. Mrs. I). A. Mat lie-ton read “Application of the Temperance Pause.'* Mrs. Grigg read “A Ballard of (’liivatry."

1 Vl\l(l N< i sided. Pair attendance. Mrs M< K-irday reported result of essay competition, two girls and one boy winning prizes. Scheme of work drawn up for the year. NAKOfril at Mrs. Christoffersen’s. Mrs. Fothergill presided. One member Initiated. Mrs. Dally played a pianoforte solo. Mrs. 1 hilly and Miss Mildon gave re t dings, Mrs. Burnett was elected treasurer. Dainty afternoon tea provided by the hostess. N. PLYMOUTH.- March 29th. Mrs. H. Jones presided. 8. Uest report showed K 42 visits during the month. Gifts of papers had been received. The Rest is used every Bunday afternoon for a class of Maori children. Filter Alma (Presbyterian deaconess) gave an interesting talk on Bible in Schools. Mrs. Reid and Mrs. Eliot are «n stand for election on the school committee, those present promising their support. A paper on ’‘Hygiene” was read by Mrs. Horr,fall emphasising the fact that ignorance of the laws of per and hygiene we**e responsible for so many of the tragedies in life. Mrs. Chnpman reiwl a paper on "W.C. T.U. In many lands,’’ showing that the work ja spread'ng all over the globe. NORTH BRIGHTON. March 21. lire. Goring presided. Good attendance. Special meeting of Band of Hope Committee on March 30th. Mrs. Ashford gave Instructive address on Newfoundland relating her own experience and also the wonderful work of Dr. Greenfell there, and was thanked. Mesdames Parker, und Clnrldge hostesses for next month.

NAPIER.—-April 3. Good attendance. Mrs. lA*wis presiding. Members urged to uttend meet ng of Temperance Bodies and work together for general good. Mrs. Adjutant Goffin gave address on work of Kalvaticsn Army, the largest temperance organisation in the world. They have »u,

000 bandsmen who are non-smokers. 76 per cent, of cases in their homes were ,-nved and became good citizens. Afternoon tea. Collection. Bring and Buy Btall. NEW BRIGHTON. —March. Fair attendance. Mrs 11. M. Hall presided. Secretary reported most successful picnic. Decided to make it an annual event. Mrs D. E- Ashford told of her own experiences in Newfoundland and Labrador, and spoke of tiie wonderful work of Dr. W. T. Grenfell, and was heartily thanked for her address, also for aolos sung, accompanied on her autoharp. NEDS ON.— March. President in the chair. Fair attendance. Temperance Fact given and pledge lepeatt-d. Greetings sent to the l>orninion Convention. Favourite hymns sung. A question box provided much discussion and interest. Mr and Mrs Knapp to make arrangements for annual Temperance essay by scholars of the dayschools. N.E. \ALLEY.—March. Mrs. Miller presided. Uev. A. W. Wallace spoke on Missions in Central Australia. Mrs. ItottiiiK sang a solo. Votes of sympathy with Mrs. Jamieson. OWAKA. —April 5. Eleven present. Ordinary business. Mrs. James, delegate to Dominion Conference gave a lengthy and interesting report of same. OAHAUl'.—March 14. Splendid attendance. Miss Smyth presided, and gave A v arm welcome to Mesdames Dodds and • *rosswell. Rev. Weston gave a brief account of his contact with alcohol in Dublin and London. The President made a presentation to Mrs Ashcroft, who graciously replied. Mrs McWhirter sung. Two new members. ON El 11 NGA.—March 22 Horne meeting at Mrs I’. Denlze's, 26 present. Songs were sung by Miss tfmith, Mesdames Gibbin, Carpsliter, and Wentworth. A reading by Mrs Gibbin, and a competition, in which all took part. Mrs Hnrkness gave an interesting talk on Tonga and its people. A dainty afternoon tea was served by Mrs Denize und her helpers. Two nanus of little ones present added to the Crud e lioll. OTAIIt 111 . —March 16. Mrs Eccer.su 11 in the chair Musical items by Mrs Muir and Mrs W. Taylor. Mrs Eccersall gave two recitations. Small gift and bouquet presented to Mrs Gutman, who is leaving for Birkenhead. (MIAkI'NK. March 23. Good attendance Mrs. Farr presided. Some resolutions passed at Dominion Convent on considered. Jubilee 1 'upper Trail started. Francis Willard Day observed, several members read accounts of her life from “W.R.” and other papers. Resolved to take "Women of the Bible” as syllabus for the year. Afternoon tea served. PETONK.—ApriI 4th. letter to be sent to th- Secretary of the Petone Central School Jubilee Committee pleading on behalf of the young people to refrain from having intoxicating liquor at their forth-coming Jubilee celebrations. A social afternoon to be In-id at Mrs. Planter's residence on May 17th. Mrs. Tanner, Dist. Sec., Wellington read report of Dominion Conference. Vote of thanks passed to her. PONst>N|lY.—March 16. Miss Held presided and spoke a few words of farewell to Mrs. G. Frost who is removing to Epsom. Mrs. Frost spoke word* of sympathy to Miss Rt ul in the sudden death of her brother. Keelirg reference to the loss our branch had sudaKied through the death of our Cor Sec. Mrs. E. Farrant. Mrs. C. M. Neal spoke on the life and work of Francis Wll'a.d. PAPANI 1. March Bth. Mrs. Graham presided. Fair attendance. Mrs. Gilmour to represent Papanui at Convention. Mrs. Gilmour spoke of the influence of women in church, .date, and home, and referred to many famous men who attributed then rreatn* :«• to a good mother. Afternoon tea served. A bring and buy sale was held to raise funds. PORT CHALMERS. March 2nd. Mrs. Brighton in chair. Fair attendance. Decided to have the Election of Officer* at next meeting. The Band of Hope to be opened with Magic lantern on last Monday in April. I'l’KEHUlL—March. At the Treasurer’*, who was. through 111-health, unable to go out. Only five of us. but God’s promise, ' Fear thou not, for I am with thee," cheered us on. Our Ikmiinion President’s letter in

February “White Ribbon” was read, and appreciated, and we Btudied the remits to go before Convention. Special prayer for Convention. Mrs Bramble hostess. JtICCARTON.—March. Mrs Burrell pri sided. Good attendance. Thanks for Rifts to Y Branch Fete. Reported that Phyllis Wise obtained highest marks in Scientific Temperance Examination (intermediate grade), winning gold medal and the shield for the Rlccarton Branch. Mrs Jack farewelled. Mrs Grigg spoke on “Life of Miss Sophie Jex Blake.” Mrs R. Grundy was hostess. Ki 11. 11l >ll.—March 9. Heven present Mrs Wilson presided. Balance-sheet showed a credit balance of 1 4* ljd. Mrs Wilson delegate to Dominion Convention. Reported 174 names on Cradle Roll; 32 names for year, and one new me iiber. Mrs Gray to see President about starting Band of Hope RAKAIA.—March 9. President presided 5/- answered for Bricks. Treasurer's report for 1932 show ed a Credit-Balance of £1 2s 2d. Decided to open Band of Hope second Thursday in April. Rev. Barnett asked to give address. Miss Watson asked to give report of Convention at April meeting. letter from Mrs. Taylor read out of "W.R." paper, also remits that were to come up at Convention. KEHIEKY.—March. Mrs. Carr presided. Sister Grace read a paper on “The Bible’’ and spoke of her work in some of the day schools In connection with the “Bible in Schools League.” A report from delegate to tlie N.c.w. describing a public meeting to protest against the wheat duties. KE El TON .-‘-March 7th Nine present, President in the < hair, A short hut helpful talk by Miss Watson. Hostesses Mesdames Day und Ladner. April 4th. Eleven present. President in the chair. Letter from Mis* MeLay discussed, letter of sympathy to Mrs. Hawthorne in her Illness. Afternoon tea served by Miss Igtwn and Mrs. Waddell. Kl>*'sELL.—March 14. Opening social lieid at the President's !• -It in « (Mr.Clow). Twenty-nine present. Mrs Draper presided, and gave short address on "Life and Example of the Prophetess Deborah.’’ Competitions and musical Items w’ere followed by tea. Three flew members enrolled. NPKEYDOV- M il' ll 14 presided. Fair attendance. Sympathy to Mr Jaunt son on the death of his wife, a former member of Union. Puper by Mrs Petrie on * Scientific Temperance,” followed by extracts by other member*. Interesting and educative. Duet by Mrs and Miss Simmoiuis much enjoyed. NUALNEK. m Miss Kiliner in < hair. Temperance Fact dealt with Finland going off “dry” owing to pressure from Wine Congress. Similar pressure is being exerted in IS A. Arrangements made for monthly competitions hi crafts and cooking. May 15 for the test Mi Box S . Hahn* : ..I Ihr I, ~1 ti\. il A competition won by Mrs Booth. Tea served by Mrs Hutchinson and Mis Tate. *EDIM»N. —March. At Mrs Berry's, senr., 10 present. Mrs Reilly presided. Mrs Watson read extracts from “White Ribbon,” including Mrs Taylor’s New Year message. The first meeting for the year of the Band of Hope has been held, and was well attended. »YDENH \>l.. March 2. Mrs. Gilmour Presided, 2ii members and several visitors Bympath> expressed with the Me Ison family. Items contributed by Miss Shier and Miss Windsor were very enjoyable. Afternoon t< served. Miss McLay gave a very interesting address on work among the “t.” Branches nntl the results of Prohibition in America. April 6. 2» member* present, Mrs. Gilmour presided. President conducted a short metiioriatn service for the late Mrs. Cartwright Smith, a faithful worker and onr of the foundation members of the Hydenham Union. Miss Woodward presented her re port of Convention Mid was warmly thanked. Two solos given bv Mrs. Gre» nwa.v anil Miss .Smith were much enjoyed. Bring and Buy Sale held. MM Til INY KKCARGII L. April. Mi Richards spoke on ’Talewts.’’ Rev. .1 Chisholm spoke on “Women of old times — of modem time*—true women—helpful women good women —women with Souls.” Union endorsed the* protests of Convention

Kiiin.-t <1) loan of iX.OUO from - 'nemploy-. ment Finn! to •is.-i.-.t ini i«l>m I, tng Hotel in Napier, aid (1) The running ot Hund-ty Mystery train *. >1 MNKit.—April 5. Very interesting meeting. Peace Pay. other women’s organisations invited. Mr*. McCombs pointed out that W.C.T.U. stood for peace am* pleaded with women to assist this movement. Mr. J. Johnson spoke and Mr. Noruan Hell briefly outhned functions of league of Nations Unions Arrangements put in hand for formation of a League Union. TK>II KA.— April. Spl ndid attendance. Thanks to Mrs. Blackinorc and Mrs. Douglas for gifts for W.C.T.U. room. Mrs. Bambrldge gave report of Conveeition. Mrs. Cross sang solo. Hostesses Mesdames Goodman and Alamby. i vk \l*t N \ ' ltlehards presiding. Mrs. H. Kasper gave report of Dominion Convention. Afternoon tea served by Ho<ial Committee. TK AWAML'TU. —March 16. Good attendance. Extract from “Life of T. B. Taylor" read by Mrs Hright Wilson, and Mrs Taylor’s letter in "Wnite Ribbon" by Mrs Olsen. Two Cradle Roll children sang "Little 80-Peep’’ and Beryl Dana recited, and Mrs Lilly sang a solo. Gift and bouquet presented to Mrs Wills, a valued VicePresident, who will be much missed. Afternoon tea. THAMES.—.ApriI 5. Fairly well attended meeting presided over by Mrs. Llversedge. We regret to report that one of our members lias lost her husband during the month. A very interesting talk by Mrs. Liversedge. Afternoon tea. TAKAPI NA. —April. Good attendance. Mrs. Kasper gave report of Convention. Mrs. Winstone spoke of change of opinion in legurd to temperance work. Afternoon tea. T.\t RANG V. —March 7. Good attendance. letter to be sent to our M l*, objecting to our Dominion rutin.n* a State lottery. Afternoon tea dispensed. TAKAPI.NA. —March. Mrs Reynolds in the chair. Address by the Rev. K. L. Richards. Afternoon tea by the Social Committee. Officers elected: Pres., Mrs Morgan Richards; Vice-Pres., Mrs Reynolds and Mrs Winstone; Trees, and Rec. Sec.. Mrs Blackwell; Cor. See., Mrs McNcally; Devotional. Mrs Reynolds and Mrs Roper; "White Ribbon," Mrs Morgan; Cradle Roll. Mrs Geo. Winstone; Birthday league, Mrs Roper; Press Agent, Mrs J. E. Tremain. Tl \ MARINA. — March 21 seventeen present. Bible study by Mrs Robmson. Scientific Fact, Mrs Ward. Stirring address by Rev. Stockwell. Bouquet presented to Mrs Stock well, and good wishes expressed for Rev. and Mrs Stockwell in their new sphere of labour. 1 PPEK lllTT.— March 23. Mrs Kpcncer pr tided. Mrs. J. !*uiY gave an Inspiring and helpful paper on Prayer, also a reading from Isohel Cameron’s hook "Gorry" which was much appreciated. “Don't forget to pray," was feelingly sung by Mrs. Spencer, who also gave a report of the District Executive Meeting. "Talent afternoon" most of the members took v i actiw part In the meeting. Tea was served WANGANUI CENTRA I ' Page presided. f2 handed over to Mayot s Fund. Mrs. Hidilells to receive garments made for the needy. Mrs. Page reported on work of unemployment committee, and stated that every girl applying for work had been placed. Mrs. Irwin reported that District Executive have decided to proesit a banner to members gaining most “W.K" subscribers for year 1933. Next meeting to be story afternoon and Francis Willard Day. \\ \ll lx I M i 1 presided. Eight ’members present. Decided to hf.> •> Being and PHy HnP in " if t of ,hc Willard Home rm April 2Hth. \\ AIM VI E. —March H. Mrs Roy presided, and read an Interesting paper. "Our WorldWde Orgai I on, Oh Wc T I ;»«nd W;IS heartily thanked. Duet and recitation given Mrs lloskings delegate to Convention. Afternoon tea. WELLINGTON O MIDI Mrs Harry presided. Cradle Roll mothers and babies were attests of the members The Union'* aims and work wore r,«A out In a short, interesting paper read by Mrs Turner. A report of the hospital visiting was

given. Gifts of flowers, fruit, sweet*, scones, Jam, niaj-maiade, underclothing, and bed Jackets had been received very appreciatively. The Union had taken (during the year) three periods of a fortnight each. Mrs Long, the Cradle Roll Supt.. asked those present if they would get mothers they met to put tlieir babies on the Cradle Roll. By promising to bring the children up as abstainers the children are safe-guarded. A delightful programme of -ongs and recitations was < ontrlbuted by Mrs Turner and Mrs Williams, and Mrs Hoult served afternoon tea. M \N(. \NI I ISi:. 11l att um-e. All remits for Convention discussed, ami plea.-ure expressed that some action is to bo taken against the class of films now being exhibited to the youth of New Zealand. Extracts read from tile petition presented to Rarliament on behalf of youth re sordid films (Mrs Algie). An interesting discussion followed. The Bring and Buy stall was well patronised, and afternoon tea brought the meeting to a close. \\ \»r ’% \\ v h d presiding. Decided to invite the Havelock delegate to give a report of Convention. Very interesting reading "Lesson*! from the Depression, ’’ was given by Mrs. Dyson from the "White Ribbon." Opening Hoc la I of V Brandi after Easter. Afternoon tea.