SPECIALS.

White Ribbon, Volume 40, Issue 468, 18 September 1934, Page 3

SPECIALS.

WAIMATE. The Waimate branch celebrated ii SOth birthday on August Bth. Mrs. Hoy presided over a large gathering of niemlMMs and friends ami conducted appropriate devotions of thanksgiving and praise. A short service of memorial wa held in honour of those who had passed to higher serv ice. The hymn “For all the Saints" was sung and prayers offered' special mention being made of those who had worked so hard in the early days of the branch to keep the (lag 11 Vmg. The minutes of the inaugural meet inp were read. Greetings were received from Miss Powell, who organised the branch, also from Mrs. Roberts of Dargaville, a former President. Mrs. Hitchin of ('hristchurch, and Mrs. Hurst of Southland, l>oth of whom had heal office. Miss Smart, one of the foundation members, pave a resume of the work of the branch since its in option, touching briefly on its activities and paying tribute to the efforts of the various me miters who had held the office of President, who with the co-operation of their officers and fellow members had been able to carry on successfully through the years. The speaker referred to the great changes in social conditions, emphasising the power of prayer in the past, stressing the urgent need of the present and the great hope of tlit* future. Miss Smart was heartily thanked for her interesting reminiscences and the happy vein in which she had si»oken. The Mayor, Mr. Geo. Dash, spoke words of hearty good wishes and congratulations on the attainment of the 30th anniversary of the I’nion and said how glad the town was to have such an organisation for good in its midst. The I'resident then asked Mr. Dash to light the candles on the cake. Three of the earliest members present. Mrs. Dash, Mrs. Niger and Miss Smart blew out the candles and were presented each with posies of flowers in honour of the occasion. Mrs. Roy then cut the cake and wished the branch every success in the years to come. An enjoyable programme of music was rendered by the following numbers and friends: Mrs. ii. Dayman, Mrs. Phillips, Misses (\ Lunisdeii, S Hayman. I). Harrison, and Melton. An interesting afternoon was brought to a close by the sMiging of “Oh God our help in ages past" and the affirmation of our pledge, after which ; fternoon tea was served. ASHIM liTON FRANCHISE DAY. Sept. I. large attendance. President presided. Mrs. Aitkenhead warmly welcomed home again. Congratulations e\ • tended to Mrs. Tinker on being appointed representative on Technical High School Board. Visiting members from Tiniaru and Tinwald welcomed. Mrs. M. Young and Mrs. S. Buckler delegates to District Convention. In vita-

tion to attend a meeting addressed by Miss K Andrews, President N Z.W.T.A., on < tetober 9th. Franchise Day, Social gatlu ring. Tea was served and a deligbtlui little programme was contributed by Misses I. Dunham, I. Chapman, L. Robinson, Bona and Doreen Watts, and li. Baird, Miss It. Porter accompanist. The presentation of Long Service Badges was made by the District President, Mrs. \Y. H. Robinson, to the following m-nc |«,rs of 30 years’ standing and over connected with our Ashburton i'nioii: Mesdames F. Z. D. Ferriman. K. Buchanan, E. McKweii, S. S. Chapman, ii. Chapman, W. H. Collins, and S. (> borne. As the liadges were fastened on, each honoured inemlier was the recipient of a dainty little posey of ”piin.g blossoms. Mrs. Robinson congratulated the la-lies, whom the Union rought to honour, on their fine record of servk e for God. Home and Humanity, and wished them a happy, peaceful “eventide" to life. She thanked them, in the name of the W.C.T.U. organisation for what they had accomplished, and assured them that their noble efforts would ever In* an inspiration to all who follow’ after in the work of uplifting mankind. Regret was expressed at the absence from Ashburton of two other memliers eligible for L.S. Badges, but it was hoped to present them later. Collection for N.Z. Funds. N hearty’ vote of thanks was passed to all who had contributed to the success of the afternoon. WANGANUI EAST. i\ ugu.4 h. The Wanganui East Women’s Christian Temperance Union entertained over one hundred guests who had naff to celebrate the completion of twenty-one years’ work in NVanganui East. St. A Ilian s Hall had been decorated with flowers and greeiie»y and furnished with rugs and curtains, making a cosy effet t. Miss Marshall opened the ceremonv with devotional exercises and Mrs. DuxHeld presided The President read a resume of the work done by the Union during the years. Then a pleasing little ceremony was |M*rform«d. Mesdames McLeod and Cave, two aged memliers, were invited to occupy s|»ecial chairs of Honour, after which Mrs. Andrew presented each with a Imuqtiet of violets and fre« , zias, and in a few words she expressed the pleasure all had in having them present on this occasion. The Secretary' read a list of the work achieved by the Union during its existence since it was formed in 1913 by Mrs. Buxton-Sniith, District President, Mrs. Upton, District Secretary, and Mrs. Janies Grant. Apologies were received for a use nee from Mesdames Walker, Hopkirk, Dallam and Hamer. Greetings were also received from Mrs Peryman and from Mrs. Upton on liehalf of flu* t mitral Union. Captain Risely brought the greetings of the local Salvation Army, and urged all to continue strong and steadfast in

tin* work, ax the need wax ax great a - ever. It was announced that the first meeting of the Rand of Hope would lie held in St. Allan's Hall on Tuenday. August 28th, from 7 to s p.m. Four new nicinliers joined the Union and two names well 1 added to tile Cradle Roll. A most enjoyable programme was Krone through durum the afternoon by Mrs. Ramey, M:sx Hanson. Misses Crawford and Mis Jarvis, Mrs. Horsley and Mrs. Crawford playing the ucconi|»uniniei)ts. Afternoon tea was dispensed, Mr Redpath, xnr., cutting: the large birthday cake. Among those present were MesdameIrvvin, Heat ley, Upton. Siddells, Oil - more, Rabiiielt, McLioil. Cave (1!). Ashmore. Shute, Day, Hussey, Walker. Rntton. Clarke, Rood. Knuckey Pinzalea <l?). Lower, Scott, Carter, Hedge.', Henderson, Chisholm, Ogier. Miss Wa’laee. M KLUXCTOX CHILDREN'S I’AKTV Se|»t. Cradle Roll afternoon. Cjuite a good number of children attended, mostly accompanied by their mothers. Mrs. Murray presided and gave an apt little address to mothers. Arrangements made for three or more members to attend the District Convention. Mesdantes Murray, Ross, and I‘orte were appoint ed Mrs. Chisholm nominated delegate to National Council and Mrs. Peryman nominated for District President. Recitations and songs were given by Mrs Rowe. Shirley Caaley, Ken Ross, Vesta Stewart, Marie Maugin, Jack Alniao and Pat Stan bridge. A nice afternoon tea was served an<l paper hats, sweets, and small gifts given to the children wliieii they appeared t(» appreciate very much, (fames were played for a short time and singing tin- do\ology brought a pleasant afternoon lo a close. CHURCH PARADE. At the Oamaru Wesley Church aUmt ,*>o member?' of the W.C.T.U., whose motto is “For (Jod. Home and Humanity," attended a special servic* at which Rev. J. F. Jack preuched on “High Ideals." Mr. Jack said that David’s great dream was to build a Temple to tin* glory of Cod. Th»s was his supreme purpose m life and it shone before him aiways. Everyone should have some ideal m life. Without one we were apt to <1 rift and waste the golden hours. A noble ideal, though it might not become an actuality, ennobled our life and character. All men and women who had lived gloriously and whose nanus stood out upon the pages of history owed their greatness to then ideals, even though that ideal might never have been attained. (treat purposes made great men and great women. II we would soar it must be upon the wings of visitm. A noble ideal not only ennobled character hut it prepared the way for those who came after. Solomon was able to build the Temple because David dreamed about it and worked for it. The great need of our day was that we

should live with n high purpose and so have the world richer than we found it. Not failure, but low aim was sin. The highest ideal was surely to live for the glory of Cod ami the good of humanity. The challenge tame to all to work for Cod, who alone could satisfy the human heart, for the home which had made our nation great, and for humanity which was sorely distressed to-day. PAY-UP SOCIAL. The New Plymouth Pay-up Social held in Whitele\ schoolroom after the August monthly meeting had been concluded with afternoon tea, was a very pleasant and we 11-at tended function. It was organised by Mrs \Y. A. Brown, and commenced with community singing of several old favourites, with Mrs Criee as pianist. This was followed by a quartette, and encore, by Misses Agnes Abiirn (pianist), Hazel Wright and Joan Fr»*dric and Master Jack \burn; a duet by Miss Criee and Mrs Munro; a solo by Mrs Rugby Hawkins; and an elocutionary item, “The Little Black Coon." by Miss Esther Wright. After “Blessed be the tie that binds,” by the audience, it was concluded by the Presi dent. Miss Drew, with a short prayer. A SUCCESSFUL MART. New Plymouth held m August a sue cessful Mart for the upkeep of its Seamen's Rest, bringing a larger total than last year’s in itself a cheering detail. This was due in part to donations from sympathisers, including the free use of Whit.ley Hall for the day. Results were as follows: Flower Stall, S/6; Meat Stab, £2/2 Fancy Stall, £1 11/1: Produce Stall, £l/8/9; Cake Stall, £6/0/8; Afternoon Tea, £l/5/9; donations £ll/7/6. Total £27/14/6. Ex | >enses il ! ~ *l. Balance, £25/17/6. THAMES IS EICHT YEARS OLD. On Septemlier sth we celebrated our Eighth Birthday and our Cradle Roll afternoon. Mrs Paul presided over the largest attendance we have ever had at a meeting, there t>eing over 100 present. "Pli* majority of those present were Little White Rihboners and their mot hers. Mrs Adams gave a very tine talk on "Signposts." warning the mothers of the danger signals their children would meet right through their lives. Musical and elocutionary items wen rendered and much appreciated. Afternoon tea was served. LEVIN HONOURS ITS VETERANS. On August 21th the local branch of the Women’s Christian Temperance Union entertained old members at a very enjoyable special afternoon. Mrs Sorensen presided ove. a good attendance. and in welcoming Mrs. Peryman presented her with a posy of flowers. A welcome was also extended to all old members present, Mrs. Peryman pinning a small posy of white violets on each one's coat. All the posies were made and given by Mrs. Nye. A letter of congratillation was read from Mrs. T K

Taylor, Dominion President, who had visited Levin in the early days of tl>Union. Mrs. Cummins, a former l’rt j dent, also sent an expression of go<•<] will. Much appreciated items were r, ndered by Mesdantes Allen and Hare. A dainty afternoon te i was nerveti and an iced birthday cake was cut by Mrs. Howell, the oldest memlier pr«. sent. Votes of sympathy were passed with the relatives of Mrs. K. \\. Lo\» i|. Smith, Christchurch, and Mrs. Low <>t Timaru. In her addit.ss Mrs. Peryman spoke or the band ot noble women who ha\r spent their lives in the tight for freedom. Mention was made of the World W.C.T.U. Convention, which was heM recently Stockholm, an 1 at which New Zealand was rep rest* i ted by the Dominion Organisers, Misses C. M. and A McLay. The Crown Prince of Sweden, himself a pledged abstainer, w« loomed the delegates One of the leading questions exercising the minds of women's organisation* to-day, said Mrs. Peryman. was that «l mental deficiency, the use of alcohol l*eing very largely responsible for this deplorable condition. In conclusion, the speaker urged meiWiers to educate themselves, so that the; might earry on the campaign against this vf-ious evil which continue: t«» take such heavy toll of lives, many of whom are fitted to till useful places in Cod's plan of life, hut fall through strong drink weakening their faculties and their sense of moral responsibility. At the conclusion of her address Mrs. Peryman was accorded a hearty vote of thanks and appreciation.