News of the Union.

White Ribbon, Volume 40, Issue 477, 18 June 1935, Page 8

News of the Union.

Ke|x>rt« Mi Vr—(1) Ke«clt Editor by Htli of montli. (2) Bo written in ink, on one side of the |M|>er only. (3) He xliort and to the |>oint. NORTH Alt Hl.\M> l>M Hit I. Te kopuru May 7. Mrs. Godfrey presid**d at three meetings held in Methodist Mall. At W.jC.T. L r . meeting at 2.30 pin. letters were read from Mesdames McLeod and Perynian. Mrs. Roberts gave address to Y’s at 7.3 i» p.m. Mrs. Roberts and Mr. K. Wordsworth gave good counsel. A Rally at K p.m. All stood in silence in memory of Mr. Bartle. Fur. Mrs. Roberts gave a stirring address to prepare us for coming election. Recitations ami songs rendered by Miss and Mr. P. Wordsworth. Presentation to Miss Dewbery for good work in Y’s and L.T.L, AUCKLAND DISTRICT. Auckland.—May 14. Good attetidstl e Mrs Cook presided. 1 devotional subject, "Jubilee Thoughts ” Honour tlie King, extol the King of kings. A resolution was passed expressing loyalty and affection for the King and Queen, and the National Anthein was sung. Mrs Hudd gave a most interesting talk on ‘The Life of Booker Washlngton,” and stressed what one devoted life could accomplish. A vote of sympathy to the relatives of Mesdames Judsoti and Evans. l>etoii|M»rl. — A very successful drawingroom meeting at Mrs M. Harverd’s. Good attendance of men'hers and friends. Mrs Williams presided. Interesting letter read from Port Albert Union. Mrs Kasper gave a splendid report of Dominion Convention. Dainty afternoon tea provided. Vote of thanks to speaker and hostess. Eden.—May 1 9. Well-attended meeting at Balmoral Presbyterian Church. Mrs Auld presided. Tin* Rev. Alley gave a very helpful ami encouraging address on “The Spiritual Outlook,” which should form the basis of our work. Superintendents of Departments of Work appointed. Forming an L. Kimoiii. May 15. Mrs. Neal presided ami gave a reading from “Alcohol, a <VII poison.” Devotions by Mrs. Worslev with a reading of beautiful extract from "The Sunlit Life.” Fair attendam e. Feeling reference made to the passing of Mrs. Judson and her sister, Mrs. Evans A copy of Convention “White Illbhon” sent to every member of our Epsom Union. Secretary ga\e report of ihstrht Executive Mrs. Blood - worth appointed to represent Epsom at the District Executive meetings Orey i \ mi. \i it Mi La Mrs. Hingieton presided. Good attendance. Report of District E\e<iitiv» meeting given. An address upon "Tin* Humanitarian Activities of the League of Nations” vv is given by Mrs. John Cook and great I v appreciated, and a very hearty vote of thanks carried by acclamation. Two new m-niliers. Mrs Tasker Brown, on behalf of the member*, made a presentation to Mrs. Sin tleton, upon her resignation as Presidi tit, after four years w ,th tlie Branch. Benedict ,« n Supper. Henderson.—May 15. Mrs Platt presided. Fair attendance. Mrs Elcoat led devotions. Mrs Williams gave Scientific Fact. Mrs Ple.tt reported on District, Executive. Mrs T. Bloodworth gave a most interesting and full report of Convention held at Dunedin, very much enjoyed by all. Afternoon tea served. Kolii-St. Helier’«*.—May 15. Mi liui at tendance. The L.T.L.’s ver# invited foi the afternoon. Mrs Perkins presided. A very interesting address given by Miss Read on “The Evils of Alcohol on Brain and Body.” Thanks to the speaker, to Mrs Ref Tell for song, and to Mesdames ReflVll and L. Eady, duet, and Miss Read for recitation. Afternoon tea. I.eigli.—May. Home Meeting at Mrs. Grigg’s. Good attendance. Mrs. c.rlgg presided Readings by Mrs. Yearburv and Mrs. Neeley. Mrs. J. Wyatt read "The Water Wagon.” Mrs J. Torkington read “The Aftermath of War.” "Old Mothers” was read by the members. Mrs. Grig# road “Where

are you going to, my pretty maid.” Mrs. J. Torkington gave the flower motto:— “This world that we are living in, Is mighty hard to heat; lou get a thorn with every rose, But aren’t the roses sweet." Mesdames llortom and Grigg hostesses fur the afternoon. Otulailin.—May It. Mrs Eccersull presided. Report of Mstrict meeting given. Afternoon tea handel round. A very pleasant afternoon spent and enjoyed by ali. Onetiiingu.—May 9. A short prayer session. Sympathy to Mrs Fordya* for sickness in the home. Mrs Mushet spoke of the passing on to Higher Service of Mrs Barr, once an active member, but laid aside for some years. Sympathy passed to those bereaved. Solo by Mrs Petehell. Mrs Billington, home on furlough from the Tcgula Indian Mission, spoki of the work done by the missionaries, and showed several articles to iPustrate her story The speaker answered several questions o| great interest to all. At ter noon tea. May 22. Well-attended home meeting at Mrs Fordyce’a. Mrs Mountloy presided. Pianoforte solos by Miss Hilkey, an l songs by Mrs Dickie, who was also pianist. Ail were greatly interested in B*ster Lewin’s talk on ’The Language of Flowers.” Afternoon tea served by our hostess. Thanks to all who helped make the meeting such a happy one. \vlviui Avenue. —May 22. Attendam. fair. Miss Pudney presided. Miss Jackson gave the Temperance Fact. Report of I Mstrict Executive meeting given. Mrs Egerton Oil I, Peace Supt., read an artiele entitled, “The Responsibility of the Christian for the Peace of the World.” The increase of the gambling spirit, especially among children, was discussed. Mrs. Hugh Kasper gave a most interesting report of the Is.minion Convention. Afternoon tea Work worth.— May 20. A small but enthusiastic meeting. ’ Personality," "Better Films,” "Drinking at Dances," "Wartworth Library.” ”a lecture on Child Welfare," all disesused brightly. We need your thoughts and prayers. WaiaifM M M B sided IS present. Sympathy with Mrs. (' Denise. Mrs. Knsper gave address on the coming Poll. Afternoon tea. *<M'TII AH M AM) DISTRICT. ila.Milton. Mrs lon hair attendance. Short address on the need to pray tor peace. Delegates' report on work done by tlie N.C.W. Paper for "White Ribbon' read and dibcunscd. Two «new subscrflars. Members promised to pass on used 'Opies and distribute literature. Afternoon t.a. Feeling reference was made to tin passing of Mrs. Evans and liei sister. Mrs. Judson. Otomluiogii. May 31 x members present Vice-President in the chair. Devotions ud by Mrs. Bell. Articles were read f*rni “White Ribbon” entitled “The Water W ig gen" and “Sabbath Desecration.” Mrs. Lever sang and gave a flute solo, accompanied bv Miss Rogers. ‘lf, was prbl f-ori reserve fund for one nrnib»r. Afternoon ie° served. Thame*.—June r>. Fa*rlv well attended nit ding presitled over hv Mrs. .'dams, who gave a very Interesting talk <»n ”Svvarm« of Bees.” basing her address eri verses from the Epistles of Pet.-i Afternoon tea served, Ttiumnirn. Good attendance Mr- Cliri • tian in chair Arranged to give* prizes to Band of Hone to stimulate interest in ersays given. Bring and Huv stall at every meeting Handed out copies of Convention number of “White Ribbon" for distribution. Afternoon tea dispensed. Tuurvngn.—May. Fair attendance. Mrs Bulmer in tlie chair. Various matters discussed. and the <|uestion of tlie Band of Hope well thrashed on*. Afternoon tea handed round. Tf Awtimntii.—May 1 1. Fairly well attended meeting, presitled over by Mrs M< - Gecliie. Full Conference report reatl by members. Mrs Hooper sang Afternoon tea served. TARANAKI DISTRICT IluvveiM.—May 2K. Good attendance, Mrs Hayward i«n chair. Discussion re Miss Mclav's visit. Decided that 've observe White Ribbon Day at our usual meeting in June, and that arrangements he made for

an evening meeting for Miss McLuy tlie following week. Next meeting devotional portion to be given to a season of prayer. Effort for District Funds to lie left unitil after July meeting. New Plymouth. May 29 Mrs. Malcoiii conducted devotions. Mrs. Eliot gave Tcin pern lice fact. Sailors' Rest report 1079 visits during month. Gift of papers received. Mrs. Chivers elected Anti-Gambling Superintendent. Miss Drew gave interesting account of Dominion Convention, stressing need for special work amongst young people, and appealing to nil members to help in Cradle Roll worl:. Mrs. Jamison sug gested t hat the report of "White Ribbon ' be kept until W.R. Day and giv»*n ns an ad dress Vote of thanks t«* Miss Drew. Afternoon tea served by Committee. AAiulant. M Good M Gaustad gave Interesting report of Dominion Convention and received vote o< thanks. Sympathy to relatives of late Mis. Anderson, May 24. —At Home at Mrs. Lawn nice's. Miss Drew gave a fine address to H good gathering. Mrs. Carr sang sweetly. 1 tedded to obtain leaflets for L.W.R.'s. Dainty afternoon tea served by hostess and votes of thanks to hostess, singer, and speaker \\ AN GAM I JMMKKT. A ramolio. May 30. Splendid •: t telidii n< < President in tlie chair. Motto for the month Don't waste time looking at the hill, climb it." Synipatliv to lie sent to Mrs. Sleight in her illm-ss. Jubilee Home vt.su :♦ ported most successful. Members urged to attend Peace meeting on May 21st. Arrangements inode for the forthcoming vi*«i» of Miss Mi Lay A Church Parade to be held ill July, also a Home Meeting at Mrs. Walker's residence Mis. Young gave a very interesting ;:\id in. ipful address and was presented with a bouquet ol roses and accorded a vote m thanks. Competition, Mrs. Richards Mrs. Good 2nd. Aft -rnoon tea Hoste: ; Mt sdaines Haines and Greig. «.<>rix Hie. M Nl Parkes read an article on White Ribb < Day, and a short dis<ut»sioii fo, lowed. L t eraturc was distributed to members who promised to gat them into the hands of tlte young peopb*. Re v isit ot Miss Mo-Lay to Wanganui, it was decided to arrange for h lantern lecture for the Gonville community to lie followed by ,* supper. Mr-. Britton, our capable delegate, read her very in- creating Confcren«e report. Wanguniii K.—May 9. Mrs I»:i\ o< cupie' 1 tlie chair. One new member. The Ifistrict President reported that, owing to a variety of circumstances, it was found impracticable to hold a Church Parade as intended, but having been asked to fill the pulpit one night (luring the abse*n< e of Pastor Fret well, a Temperance address was given to a good audience, who stood, at the request of the speaker, thus showing their willingness to work on the side of righteousness. Leaflets, “It's Your Boy They Want," were distributed, a worth-while effort. Decided that tlie next parade be held in Wanganui Fast Baptist Church. Resolved lint members of tlie W.C.T.F. and all others interested lie asked to definitely pray each morning before leaving their rooms that God will guide and bless their work in connection with the abolition of the liquor traffic. And further, tlint the niemb« is distribute tlie U aflet, “It's Your Boy They Want," from door to door, and later call a public meeting of women in order to discuss the leaflet and licensing question generally. Donations made towards lieudquarters. Organising, and NFunds. An interesting and Informative address on “The Physiology of Temperance” was given byMrs Wickham. Vice-President of the W.D. F.U. At the close the speaker was initiated into our ranks lr was announced that White Ribbon Day would be celebrated next montli, .Mesdames Wickham and SliUtc to be hostesses. IIA \\ Iv l"N BAA DISTRICT. Hunt ire* Ain 23. Inclement weather. Final! ntteiidame. President in the chair and gave brief outline of peace Day praver meeting also V mc-t nu reports. Ways a id mean* of obtaining money for literatim* discussed. H 'velocl* V:-tb. -President in chair (M •* HMD. Coed atteiidanee. Devntfn?<at meeting June Dili Mis. Lewis, Napier delegate

io Convention, gave h lull and moat rnterefting account. Members asked to bring favourite quotations from "W.R." tor .Jim** meeting. Mother-- of Cradle KolJ v\ei» invited to hear Mrs. Lewis. Owing to b.i 1 weather only a tew were able to attend. W uir«M. —fela i i tin Bwl i iii pressions of General Hoot b e w elcome in Wellington as an eye-witness. Mrs Macdonald read letter from NX. Alliance re work for coming Poll. Chorus of General Hoot It's song by two Salvation Army officers. MAN A WAT I DDTItICT. I eildinif. —June 6. Good atteln .nice President in chair. Mrs. Sp»*n< e gave rep rt of last District Executive meeting. Sympathy with the relatives of the late Vi's. Arthur, a tneiuber of our I'nion. A vt i-y Interesting paper on the origin and progress of "White Ribbon" was read bv vlrs. Pack. W El I I X .1 ON DHTIIH l\ Brooklyn. May 2s. Mrs. Brewer pies. I- , d. Good attendants. Sympathy sent to Mrs. Mowlen< oji the death of her mother. Ml stood In silence In memory ot Mrs. Evans, M.A. Annual meeting of the N.C.W i. ported by Mrs. Brewer. Miss Mcl.ay spoke on the World's Convention and was accorded a vote of thanks and presented with a bouquet. ladieious home-made tea was served !>v the Methodist ladies. D.ilcthld I Mra Oi 'air attendance. Mrs. Oldish gave an outline of Miss McLay a experrenees at Stockholm Convention. Paper was read on White ltibbon l>ay. All members urged to ~,j all possible for the cause. Vote of thanks to hostess. Island May 1 ». Mre Mercer >n , hair. Pair attendance. Denied to coml.ilie with Methodist Ladies' Guild for meeting on Thursday. June 13th. to hear ad- ■ ress bv the Rev. F. O. Prosser. Crged to work hard to hold what has already been rained by the pioneer W .C.T.U. vvorkeis. Baptist ladies, hostesses. WriHiftw. Jum Mi 11 J '• li'-idcd. Sympathy with the relatives >i the late Mrs. Grace, all niendiers standing. Virangements wire made to entertain the I > strict Executive members tor a day t .i - month. Members were reminded of Mrs. Mcffatt Clow’s meeting. White Ribbon *". , paper written by Mrs. IVrynum was read l*v Mrs. Rowe, urging the need ot more -uhserbers. Miss Md/iy gave most instructive and interesting address. h ‘‘ ( *''V from an address given by Lady Astot. M.i .. si <h savings as Truth always, wins out ml "\ nations idealism depends <>t. tlu.i conception of God." Miss Me Lav urged he need of prayer, “the mightiest force in t ie universe." Speaker thanked. Tea serve .> Wellington (Vnt'rul.—May 29. Mrs ivrymanin the chair. 19 present Three members to represent the l nlon at 1 « ■ K. r . meeting. Several visitors from other Cnions welcomed. One told of a Band of Hope formed under encouraging stances. Meeting to be held m the Baptis t Schoolroom on June 4tn; lantern lecture hy Miss McLay. A Bring and Huy to be held at each meeting. Mrs Moffat < low from Northern Ireland, to speak toI ." M.u., -'hristian Endeavour, and hers. Mrs Inglis. of the P.W.M.U., is arranging a meeting. Duet by Mesdames Andrew and turner. Afternoon tea. M ARLBOROI <»H DISTRICT. Blenheim. —dune Mrs J. Stuart presided Fair attendance. Derided to offer prizes to the school children for the best temperance essay. Final plans made for a < nurch Parade at the Methodist Church. Two very interesting papers in the WTilte Hlbhon were read by Mesdames Htewart and Roger seldom—Mav. At Mrs Watson's Miss .'raw ford presided. Mrs Redly led devotions. and each member repeated m» avourite hvnin or Ifible verse. Mrs ''»tson read a Scientific Fact. Miss Crawford to attend the Executive meeting In «!«'■ helm. The Secretary was instructed to foi ward a letter of congratulation to Mrs M B Wilson. past-Provincial President, who was the recipient of a King's Silver Jubilee medal. . _ . Tim Marina.—May 21. Mrs Burroughs presided. Small attendance. Mrs Stewart, of Blenheim, read two papers, one on * The

White Ribbon Bow," ami the other on "Prayer." Both were excellent, and much appreciated. Recitation by Mrs Robinson, "Answered Prayer.’’ Discussion followed on the privileges of prayer and tlie need to pray. M.I.XEN DIsTKH T. Nelson.—May 11. Peace I >n> President in the chair. Portions of Scripture referring to Peace read. Sympathy was passed to the relatives of Mrs. Jud.son and Mrs. Evans, M.A., and the President feelingly referred to their great work. Congratulations to MrWatson on receiving the Kings Jubilee Medal, and again elected a member of the Hospital Board. A splendid paper nealim. with tlm work of the "League of Nations' was read by Miss Cooke who received a hearty vote of thanks. north r interim io iiim iik t. Belfast.—May Hi. Mrs Matterson presided. Attendance good. l*evotlonal theme, “Peace.” A very lull and interesting report of recent Convention given 1»> Miss Harris was much enjoyed, and a vote ot thanks given to Miss Harris. Samples of literature handed out t<* members. Afternoon tea. Cashmere. May If. Mrs. Lnwrv presided. Public meeting. Mrs. T. K. Taylor’s address on women’s contribution towards Inter national understanding ami World Peace was most interesting and enlightening. Votes of thanks were accorded to the speaker. < liristclmrch. Ma> 22. Mrs Richards presided and led devotions in memory of Mrs. Glen who had been accidently killed on May 16th. Mrs. Glen was an old member, having had a long service badge for i ver two years. She was a generous supporter of our I'nion and a loyal member. Decided to send greetings ami bon voyage to Miss Lovell-Sniith, leaving for England. i «re> month. —Haj Small attendant Mrs Holloway, of Nelson, welcomed. Mr Deans asked for the names of men likely to assist in Men’s C.T.U. A list was compiled and forwarded to Mr Deans. Mrs Burrel read an article from the “M bite Ribbon’’ re Mrs lliett’a appointment as Dominion President, and also Mrs lliett’s stirring letter In that organ. Prayer Sigil read by the President. Grey (non til.—May 28. Mrs. Burrell in the < hair. Six present. Arrangements made foi the visit «d' Miss A. M. >b Lay. Mrs. Wilson reported on the Christchurch W.C.TI'. Jubilee celebration?. Mrs. Burrell read article from “W.lt.' Next meeting W.R. I hiy, invitation to all friends to attend. On May 30til the Secretary. President and several members attended the Wo.lien’s Friendl) circle meeting, and Miss Moffatt read a paper oil the work of tla* VV.C.T.U. and Its high aims and ideals. This was given an interested hearing and a number of women expressed the intention of attending our next meeting and joining the Union. Kaiti|M>i. —May 29. Good attendance, Mrs. Stocking presiding. Mrs. T. E. Taylor gave an address on Peace and Armaments, ami received a hearty vote of thanks. Visitors were welcomed by the President. New Brighton.—May 2. Special social meeting held to give full time to the delegate’s report of N.Z. Convention. An excellent report submitted by Mrs G. Ellis; congratulations and thanks expressed to her. Solos by Miss Lucy Sinrock much appreciated. * May IS. Annual Peace meeting. First half-iiour Intercession service, under leadership of Captain Cobb and Mrs Gardiner Brow n. Address by Mrs J. Richards. Peace Sfupt., North Canterbury, on "World Peace and the Doings of the league of Nations ’’ Members very Interested in this fine address. Decided to hold a Temperance Sunday In June, and the 24th birthday social on June 27th.

Oxford. —May 22. Short prayer meeting, idecided to hold cottage meetings. Social half hour. President in the chair. Sacred solos by Miss Waterman and Mrs. Finch with harp accompaniment. Wives of local ministers were welcomed. Afternoon tea Balance sheet for Show read. Plans of work discussed.

tStpHimi.—Mav 22. Peace meeting. Rev. T. W. Armour presided. Prayer by Rev. A. Peters. Mrs. T. E. Taylor gnve the

address. Mr. Armour, In thanking the speaker, spoke of the wonderful possibilities of the League of Nations An invitation to attend a lecture by Mrs. Flow. Keefton. — May 14. Twelve present. Mrs. Waddell in the chair and read tlit* Scripture lesson. Decided to start meetings at 2.3 n p.m. The RdV. Dickens gave a very helpful address, taking his remarks from tliM sth chapter of St. John, verse 17, ami was heartily thanked. Mrs. Smith and Miss \\ ats.on, hostesses.

Kiccuitoii. May 7. Home meeting at Mrs. i'. W. Harrell’s. Musical items by Mesdames O. Whitlock and Commons, Misses Jai kson tnd Cook, the accompanists Misses Meharry and Jackson. Miss DiakofT, an exchange teacher from New South Wales, gave a very interesting address, outlining the educational. industrial, cultural, and domestic sub of life in Manchuria. White Ribbons and literature distributed. Thanks to the speaker, hostess, ami those giving items brought a pleasant afternoon to a close. May «. —*11 present. Sympathy carried in silence to Mesdames Edginton and Ferguson on death of their husbands. Hand of Hope helpers for June. Mesdames White and Gundy. June meeting Is W.R. Day, uud three members, Mesdames Newth, Ryan and Bright mg promised to bring and read an article out of the April White Rlßbon. A letter of congratulation sent to Mrs. T. E. Taylor on obtaining a Jubilee honour. President gave an interesting report of Dominion Convention. Afternoon tea dispensed by Mesdames Pitt and Odell. Hpreyilnu.—May 14. Fair attendance The report of Conference by Mrs. Pirett most comprehensive. Vote of thanks accorded her. Bring and Buy was held in aid of our funds. Mrs. Siiiinmriis and Miss Muirhead dispensed afternoon tea. st* \. — \i, i\ . Mis I ><ma id pr« sided Temperance Fact by Mrs Marwick. Pound day at next meeting. Church Parade to he hebl in June, Convention report by Miss Harris. Sumner.—June I. Excellent meeting. Spe. ml mention of high standard of W.R. and appeal made for support of such a live paper. Appeal made tor parcels of clothes and hoots for coming cold weather to he sent to Army quartern. Mrs. Sherrand presided. Miss Kilner gave address on the Passion Play given at the Bavarian village, Ohcraminergau, each 10th year Hin<*e 1634, when to stay the fearful plague raging, the people vowed to present Christ's passion for the enlightenment of their children. Very beautifully and reverently do they stage this; every actor must be pure *n charac(t r and maintain a high standard of living to be worthy of a place in tlie caste. Miss Kilner’s description was life-like and she certainly charmed her audience. Mrs. Idle was tea hostess. West |M»rt. —May 14 Fair attendance, Mrs Parfltt In chair. The address of Mrs (’. R. Taylor. President, was read and discussed by Mrs Parfltt. Decided to hold W.C.T.U. meeting at the residence of the members each month. For next month, "White Ribbon" cuttings. XM 11l (’.INTERIM HV DISTRICT. Ashburton. —June 4. Mrs. Aitketlhead presided. Fair attendance. Met at 2.15 and prayer was offered on behalf of the coming Poii. Sympathy with following In bereavement; Mrs. \V. Bennett and family. Mrs. H S. Chapman, Mrs. H. Chnpman. Mrs. B. Shaw and the relatives of the late Mrs. IC. M. Evans, M.A. Reference made to the passing of Mrs. Bennett, an active worker in our Union beloved by all. letters of cheer and sympathy to be sent to a large number of sick members. Mrs. C. Neal drew’ attention to annual examinations for Y’s L.T.L.’s and Rand of Hope. Mrs. Robinsen submitted reports of South Canterbury District Executive meeting. Decided to write to the Ministers’ Association suggest ing formation of united Blind of Hope, monthly, during the winter. W.R. Day acknowledged and a paper by Mrs. Pbryman was read and enjoyed. Hearty congratulations were extended to all the W.R. sisters in N.Z who recipients of the King * Silver Jubilee medal. Votes of thanks to MG? Wntson and Mrs. Pervman for Instructive papers, and to hostesses for the afternoon.

(•entUlinc.—May. A party of Teniuka members, with their Presidcsn, joined u*>. A very enjoyable meeting. Mrs. Walla. h presided. Sympathy for Mrs Morrell in the loss of her brother. Items by Min* Hughes, Mrs Coursey, and Mrs Smith, of Teniuka, all very much enjoyed. Afternoon tea dispensed by Memlames Hroud, Alley ami Murray. Mrs Hewson, of Teniuka, gave a very good report of Convention, and received a vote of thanks. (tentldine.—May. Very wet alter noon. Nine present. Mrs. Wnllach in the chair. Afternoon tea provided by Mesdames Sutherland end Murrt.v. Mrs. Walluch report. •ii the Executive meeting ami also rend 1 lie birthday paper of the White Ribbon I ►e' ided to 1 1 •*1 1 > Mrs. Nome's work among the seamen and have a Bring and Muv on next meeting day. Damarn. lid) -, IttellllDCl MiMiidginaii presided. Rev. T> tell-Baxter gave devotional address and also interesting talk on the world-wide topic of Fence and received a hearty vote of thanks. Solo by Mrs. Martyn. Temiiku.—May 21*. President presided. Hood attendance. Very pleased to have Mrs. Norrie with us. and her talk on Peace I>ay and an interesting description of the work among seamen were enjoyed I > all. She was congratulated on having received the King's Jubilee Medal. Sympathy with the relatives of Mesdames Evans and Judsoai. Prayer offered for sick member. Afternoon tea served. Tinwald.—May x. Mrs \V. H. Robinson presided . White Riblxm l>ay. The •'White Ribbon" Supt. (Mrs. Might) reported that ten copies of “White Ribbon” were sold. Three copies went to six members, representing 13 members who lead the "White Ribbon." She also gave an account of her trip through North Canterbury. Marlborough. Nelson, and Westland. The National Anthem was sung in commemoration of the King's Silver Jubilee. OTAGO DISTRICT. Ilulchit liu. Jinn i Mrs Clark iI * dent) in the chair. Miss Mrown reported having sent away a good parcel of Monks for the men in camps. Several members

read "Facts." White Ribbon Day. Mrs. Clark read helpful and interesting pc pci on tin* White Ribbon. Afternoon tea. Dunedin Central. May 7. Fair attendance. Mrs lliett in chair. Sympathy to the relatives of the late Mrs K. M. Evans, M.A., and Mrs. Wright, whose husband had passed away. Two members congratulated on receiving the Kings Silvei Jubilee medal. Ai rangeimmts made in connection with the visit of Mrs Clow. Need of home meetings stressed l>> President. Paper on "World u O.T 17. Work,” written by II President, Agnes slack, read and enjoyed. >',eided to celebrate our Jubilee in special manner at next meeting. Kuikonu,—May 2V Prayer Meeting, many members taking part. Chair taken l»> Mrs I*. Smith. Two delegates appointed to at bnd meeting re "Bible in Schools" and Jubilee party of the Central I nion. Intel esting talk on the abolition <|iiesti<m and the position in America. Members enthusiastic. Afternoon ten. l4»w rence.--May 7. Mrs M'Kinlav in tinchair. Devotions. Correspondence. Resolved to ask Dominion President to address a meeting before election time. Literature also to be procured for distribution, in view of coining election. Paper read by Secretary on "Gambling—What's the Harm.'’’ Musgiel.—May 2S. tttetnlaiirc t.iii Ml Kennedy presided. Mis> Grey gave an excellent address on the subject of "Good i itir.cn. hip,” which was well listened to, and a vote of thanks accorded Miss Grey. VI \ alley . \i l. sided. Fair attendance. Plans of work for the coming poll dealt with, and members showed keen interest. Derided to hold Home meetings frequently, commencing in June. Several members offered their homes Decided to order literature suitable for distribution. members to have streets allotted, and parcels of literature ready shortly. Port (iitilinen*. -May !* Mrs. Muhih presided. Fair attendance. Decided to interview Sergeant of 1 lice as regards the drinking at Port Chalme s dances. A lettet of congratulation sent to Mrs. Peryiimn on receiving the King’s Juhilec ( Mi dal. Notes read from an address given h\ Mrs. Perv

inaM on how best to improve W.C.T.I meetings. Miss Johnstulie gave a desrrip tlon of Pageant held ai < onvciitioii, wld« l was much enjoyed. Tea was served. sO| | lII.AND DIM KK T. Mlutr. —May 3. Tea dispensed by Mi i arl»er and Mrs. Lnpdcll. Chair taken i> .vlis. Speer. The Rev. Waite gave a nncinteresting address, appealing to nil to .-tan linn, *lo all they could to encourage othci in the Temperance cause. \ vote of tlmnli accorded Mr. Waite. Gore. May 2 V M rss Robertson pI < ;• I- ■ di nd attendance. Sister J-J. I lobby of Ami land Maori Missions outlined the work don m her district, and stated that there wci several \\ c T.C. branches and also two m N brunches formed. Miss Mi-Lay gavi n int« resting and instructive talk «>n tli W.c.T.F. Convention in Stockholm. Heart vote of thanks to speakers. Greetings n icived from Auckland Maori brunches rii South 1 iv -rcaigill »hie new member fun Dunedin V liainn. Afternoon tea