SPECIALS.

White Ribbon, Volume VI, Issue 6, 18 December 1934, Page 6

SPECIALS.

WAIMATE CRADLE ROLL PARTY. Waimate Branch held its party for «he children on the (Yadie Roll on Novenil>er 29th. There was a large attendance of little ones, who, with their mothers, numbered nearly a hundred. The day was lieautifully tine, and everybody was happy. After a short devotional service conducted by the President, Mrs Roy, a bright and interesting talk to the mothers was given by Mrs Major Podmore, of the Salvation Army. Musical items were rendered by Mrs Hayman ami Misses Faulkner, Hayman, Lnmsden and Palmer. Recitations were also given by a number of the children, all being thoroughly enjoyed A Ummtiful afternoon lea was served, the children making the cakes disappear like the proverbial snow in summer. At the close, each child received a packet of sweets and fruit, and the tiny ones a balloon. A number of new babies were enrolled, bringing the total membership up to 110. CRADLE ROLL PARTY. A pleasant Saturday afternoon was spent by the mothers and members of the Cradle Roll at Wanganui Fast. Mrs Schute presided. A much appreciated programme was rendered by the children. Songs by Nancy S-ott, Mavis Shannon, Hobby Scott, Peter Horsley; and recitations by Nancy Scott and Margery Cave. Mrs Dow.sett gave an interesting and helpful talk to the mothers as a “mother.” Hearty thanks for her address w«Te carried by acclamation. The meeting closed with prayer and the Benediction, after which afternoon tea was served, and the children each received a fancy basket of sweets. (>n behalf of the officers of the Union, all were wished a Happy- Christmas and a Bright New Year. CRADLE ROLL ENTERTAINMENT A very pleasant afternoon was spent in the Institute, N.E. Valley, on Thursday, 22nd inst. Social to the children on the Cradle Roll and to their mothers. Miss A. Gray (President) presided and welcomed the guests. Miss Allan and Miss M Gray kindly took charge of the children and amused them while the mothers enjoyed a very interesting and instructive address by Mrs. Anstice. A fine programme of music and song arranged by Mrs. Christie (Pianist) was given. Suitable refreshments provided for the children and afternoon tea for the mothers. On leaving, each child received a small gift \ 11 seemed to have had a happy time Mrs. Anstice spoke from Ps. 114 v. 12" “That our sons may as plants

grown up in their youth; that our daughters may be as corner-stones, polished after the similitude of a palace." She said she was • sure that everv mother present would say amen to those words. We live in difficult days, a different world from 30 years ago. She mentioned the advent of motor cars, airplanes, and of the different machinery In use in these days. Even die children seem to have different natures, and have not the pleasant manners of the past generation. They are not taught obedience as formerly, and are allowed too much of their own way. There is not the past form of family worship in every home; nor of the gi\ing of temperance talks on the evils oi drink. She also spoke of the way that wine is so commonly used at weddings and at birthday parties. And reverting to the I’salm. said how beautiful it would be to see our sons and daughters grow - ing- up graceful and beautiful in mind and form as the plants and bringing forth fruit to God, and their bodies temples for the Spirit of God to dwell in. Mrs. Anstice elrsed her address by singing that beautiful song, “The Christ-child and the Mother.” RICCARTON. Nov. S. Special Cradle Roll afternoon held at St. Ninian’s Sunday School Hall, which was beautifully decorated by Superintendents of Cradle Roll Department, Mesdanies J. Gundy and H. Odell and Their committee. Items were contributed by Mrs Roberts and Miss Victoria Butler (piano duets), Miss Jean Grant (song), and Miss Ida Staples (recitation). Miss Victoria Butler was accompanist. At ter * fternoon tea, Mesdames Odell and Pitt took charge of the children, who were treated to soft drinks, sweets, toys and balloons. Rev. H. Kings spoke >o the mothers on the work done for humanity by the busy every-day woman, citing incidents of the work of Margaret if Orleans and hi r orphanage work. Grace Darling, Kitty Wilkinsi n, and many others. He asked the mothers to remember to take a lesson from these women, as there was some work for each and all of them in tin ordinary sphere of life. A successful afternoon was brought to a close by distribution of literature and votes of thanks. CRADLE ROLL PARTY SOUTH DUNEDIN. Nov. Bth. Mothers and childri i of the Cradle Roll entertained. Mrs. Donaldson in the chair. Mesdames Donaldson and Williamson, songs; Mesdames Bell and Dickinson, recitations: and Mrs. Pelling, readings. Afternoon tea served. Snap was taken of group. The children were given presents each child coming forward as his or her name was called by Mrs. Donaldson, while Mrs. Williamson, Cradle Roll Superintendent, presented the gifts Hearty vote of thanks was passed to all who had helped. (Other Specials have been unavoidably held over.)