Bulletin of Union News

White Ribbon, Volume 17, Issue 8, 18 September 1945, Page 7

Bulletin of Union News

DISTRICT EXECUTIVE MEETINGS Auckland: August Mh Mr*. Long. IK*- • tct Presidr.t, took tbe chair, the demotion* ‘cm# led 'Jf Mr*. Anstic*. Sixteen Union h »cr* repr rented, and t*r#lp»« member * attended. Mr*. Moaatjoy reported on the meetinf r armed by the Mayor* *s. Mr*. Ali b 'm, In further the scheme fo* the establish nie.it of an Obstetric Hospital in Auckland, and It rai decided to suf>i*>rt this. Mr*. Holmes repoited on the combined meeting of llie Auckland l*r«on which was held in the V.W.C.A. hall to hear an addre** fieen bv Mis* F.lsie Andrew*. A letter *ai received 'm)« the Suburban Retailer*' Association re the closing of all shops on Saturday morn nfs. This wa* unanimously disapproved cl l»y the meeting. Mrs. Ixmg gave the report J the meeting of the National Council i*l Women, and -!mi of the Maori H -tel won Misa C. M. McLay rejorted on her work •rtong the Maori peo|>ir in the fL>torua district which *hc had recently netted Fur iher arrangement* were madr for the District i ‘invention to hr held gt tl. end of Septrm - her. It wa* decided to hold a concert at the •netuaion of the Convention

September 3rd. Mr*. Long, district president, m the chair. Welcome to all present was given bv Mrs. Long, the gathering bring very representative. Fifteei Unions were re - re*ent«d a 4 Mrs. Lewi„, of Cambridge, vmth Auck nd di»t ict secretary, wa* also •resent. iVwotioas were Ird by M’s* A. M, McLay. Votes of sympathy e*ere passed with vrveral membrrs who had suffe.ed heieaveent during the month, and also with some -ick mem he is. The report of the N.C.W. retina was given bv Mrs. F. W. Mount joy. Mrs. Brewer reported on the recent Thanksgiving Day Street Afifwal for patriotic fund*. •nd also asked for helpers In assist in the St, John Ambulance apt-eal to br held this month. Mr. L. W. Long reported on the work of the Maori Gtrla' Hostel, stating that at present twenty-three girl* were in residence there.

Twelve ladir* of the Rotorua Maori Concert Party recently stayed there over a week end when they were giving a concert in Auckland. The minutes of the Dominion Officer*' meetg recently held it V, • gtou were read by ’he corre*|*mding secretary, Mr*. J. A. Printing. Finsl arrangements were made for hold qg the Diamond Jubilee Convention tfcii mouth.

North Canterbury- August. Mr*. C. W. Harrell presided. A good attendance of town and country nirmbriv It was reported that •'tie member* had collected for St. John Ain'ulaace. Woolston l’i.K>n offered to arrange •cert at Reformatory for August. Branches •-ported having sent in parcels of clothing for "CNRRA." Mrs. Clark gave an rncourag'•g report on Youth work. Devotions were led by Mrs. Hodges, of Rangiora. her theme being -wings in the Night." Nelson: At the quarterly meeting of the ct Executive held on August 9th. there was a g'k»d attendance, including rrtiresrnta*es from Richmond aid Motueka. Mr*. Too mer presided. Roll Call, helpful thought* or verse*. A vote of sympathy wet passed with Mrs. Field (irtt Motueka president) in the .« *• of her brother Mr*. Cressveeli, Motueka. rpnrted mote regular >reetmg* and better realt*. It was suggested that Mis* Fvery. Vnti-Gambling Superintendent, visit Motor.** a September. letter read from Mr* Mitchell. • .ippmvcd Temtwrance texibu..* Knqutries to be made a* to whether it is ta use ia •cal *ch«w>l*. Neat Annual District Convention to be part of Jubilee relebritsont in s eptember.

UNION REPORTS AUCKLAND DISTSICT Auckland: August 14th. Mrs. Long pee *i'led. A reply wa» received from the Prime Minister tp the rrqurst that bars am hotels -Ik uld be closed for the two days when the ‘ nal peace should be declared. Sympathy wa» expressed with Miss Paul, one of our faithful and king striding members, in her

illness. The appointment of our new president, Mrs. Long, to the Matrmi*!iir of the Maori Girls' Hostel wa* received with »|i|fis»' Rf* inrti of the District Executive and the N.C.W. were received. IVlegate* to the I)istrict Convention were appointed Meeting cWvaen with the benediction.

Grey Lynn: August. Meeting opened with devotion* led by the president. Mrs. Cook. Mrs. Watson welccmed after long illness. Mrs. Tennant gave a demonstration of cooking by rolling up in newspaper, members being very much interested and meaning to try this method. Mrs. Ka»fwr also gave a talk on the "School of Methods," many question; King asked and answered. Three member* an tisable to attend. two as the result of accident, and one through serious iHi»**a. Prayers were offetvd in their behalf. The speaker* were duly thanked foe their help. Benediction and afternoon tea. Mount Eden: August 7tli Meeting held at the Presbyterian Manse. I are lien! attendance r,| members and friends. President. Miss A M. M <■!.*>. in the chair. Devutirma, Vim C. M McLay. Mis* Reglxr, a misaiouary on furlough from the China Inland Mission, gave a moot interesting talk on her work in Inland China She had never made contact with the W.C.T.U. in China, was far inland, being 1,300 miles from the coast. Although the Chinese drink liquor she had never seen a drunken person. On conversion, the Chinese gave up the u*e of opium, wine-drinking and these habits hrtug discouraged by the Chinese Christian leaders. Two solo* were sung by Mis, Lauder. Miss Pudner proposed votes of thanks to the aolm*t. piani .t, and *{irakrr. and Mis Smith for her kind invitation to the Manse. Afternoon tea. 'Or shun ga August ‘*»h. "Pay-Up Socal" arranged by Mrs. Fordvce prv-asurer) was we'l attended Routine Lusinev* carried out. Recitations by Mcsdames B recroft and Hatton. Address by Miss M. C. I-ivingstonc. a missionary (medical) on furlough from the Women’s Christian Medical College, situated in Ludihana. Pumab. North India, this bring the ollj Christian Ho*tMtal in Northern India which trains women tor*. as well as large mini hr i s of midwifes, uurses *mw dsspeaserv also it is the only Christian hospital in a city of uno.nno souls. Miss Livingstou-, the omy N.Z. worker there, left this country £* a nursing sister in 19J6, later training in Midwifery Ludihana College. The college, which is quite undenominational, was started fifty-three years ago by Dr. Edith Brown; since then st« adilv irrreasing and always preaching the gosfel while training the workers, the standard %<f that training being very high The language problem caused »so difficulties as all students, hr fore entering the college, have matriculated in the F.nglisk language. The College usually has between 110 and 140 Indian women m training es doctor* at a tune. It does the largest maternity work in the Pun;%b- about IJOD cases each year. Previously women were attended by ignorant women called "Dias.’* This hospital has X-ray and all other drpartnunts usual in nvdrin hoa|Mtala efficiently run. and babies are br«mght ur under the Truby K;’ig system August 23rd Home meeting at the home of Mrs. Ashby Gond attendance. Mr*. King s*J daughter sang tl ree duets, and another Mr*. King, s solo. Mr*. Hatton rented. Address bv Mr*. Rradduck on "Women's Witness for Christ"

Devunpart: August. Floral Display A floral afternoon was held. Spray* were worn by all present, extra sprays bring madr tor visitors. The room wa* decorated with flower* brought by tne membrrs. The dis* Hit of decorated vases, posies and shoulder *pravs showed the keen interest taken, prises hem* awarded ior the best in each section. Ihirmg the afternoon, suitable perm*, read- . ngs and Singing were rendered. Mr*. H Kasper, Dominion Vice-president, and *uprrintrndent of Methods Dr;.,r.merit gave an intvrestmg adders* and presented the prire* Mr*. Kasper wa* pe» rented with a lovely shouldcy *t»eay. The flower*, etc., were given to the afek in hospital and h <m. A dainty afternoon tea was provided by membrrs SOUTH AUCKLAND DISTRICT Taut anga September 4th. Mr*. Christian in the chair. Devotions led bv Mrs. Williams, whose suhirct was P;ayer. Franchise day wsj spoken of by the ,»re«iden.. who gave out su old pamphlet which was printed before any women had be.'ome membrrs of Pa rti a merit, • nd spoke of those who had been elected since Mr*. York, secretary, reported on the Band

of Hope meeting. Mrs. Teaser, treasurer, presented financial statement tor the three-month period, fl for N.Z. fund was approved. Letters to and from the Prime Minister aud the M.P. for Tauranga. Mr. F. W. Drudge, re the closing of hotels for V.J. days were rend, ajao our irons Miss C. McLay asking the Union to assist in the Ternpr.-sure wont bring door by Mr. Tate, of Mat at a, by sending literature, etc., for distribution. Mia. Muuro consented to undertake this work on brhall of the Union. A letter of thanks was presented to Mrs. Hong, "Work among Seamen* superintendent, from Miss Drew, of the New Plymouth "Rest,*' for t very good parcel sent last month. Owing to difficulty uf many members regarding attendance at the Monthly Intercessory Service earned on during the last five years of the war, it wa* decided *x> discontinue these for the present. A letter of •vmpathy to be sent to Mrs. Peryman in the loss of her husband. A sick -nember to be visited. Mrs. Johnston elected as deleg. te for Convention Benediction and tea. *»ah s table did fond business with ' Ver.ia" |>ubiicai on*.

TARANAKI DISTRICT New Plymouth: June 27th. Gsd attendance. Mra. Iliowu presided. Ilevotiona; lemperance Fact; minute*. Miss Drew reported a very successful Navy llav, with a splrndid alkxanon to the Seamen's Rest. A report regarding the liouor traffic from the N.C.W. was received. Afternoon tea and Benediction. August. Mra. Brown presided over a food attendance of mem be a. Mrs. Tuppmf led devotions and Miss McLeod fave a temperance fact, Ihe Rev. J. H. Allan spoke and *howed a keen interest in the work of the W.CT.U. Miss Drew thanked tbe speaker, and afternoon tea was served. WANGANUI DISTRICT

Wanganui East: August meeting Good attendance presided over by M-s. Day. Very fine address given by the Rev. Mr. Joocs, Methodist minister. Collection fnt the "Food for Britain" appral realised fl/IS/-. Mr*. Day outlined the project. Two new mem bets enrolled and two transfers added to our roll, Mesdames Kennerlejr and Gregory. Two other new members have signed pledge cards, but were unable to attend on- account of illness. Mrs. Ogier reported that g«nd work was being done with the L.T.L. branch of our Union. Meeting ck>*ed with a hymn. MANAWATU DISTRICT

Levin: June ISth. Memorial Day. Mrs. krnnrrlev or. -idrd. Good attendance of membrrs and friends. Very cordial welcome extended to all present Mra. Finch conducted devotions, her subiect be.-*g "Thankfulness and I'taise." The older nraun of the Union were guests of honour, each bs-'.g presented with a dainty shoulder spray. Mr, H. Grinstead, of Palmerston North, gave a ver. informative address no * Alternatives to Prohibitum." A hearty vote of thanks was accorded the spraker, or: the motion of Mra. Krnnerlcv. A "Bring and Buy'' stall was in the hanas of Mesdsmes Burnham and Cuttell and did brisk übsiness, the tnnoev realised bring donated to the N.Z. Alli.'.nce funds. Mr. Gnnstead closed the meeting w th prayer and Benediction.

August 10th. Mrs. Krnnerlcy presided over a good attendance of member* and visitors. \? r*. Finch conducted devotions. It was dei ided to :m»port the effort to have the hotda closed on the q«v of the announcetneot of final victory. Mayor Wars!, S.A., gave a delightful talk on "Flowers and Fruit in Life’s Garden,” as well as in the gardens of nature. Toank* and afg>reciation to the spraker were expressed by Mrs. Keunerlev who presented her with a box of flowers. A much-appreci-ated duet was rendered by two members. The winner of the competition was Mr*. Rose. Junior. Benediction. Palmerston North August 7th. Social after noon foe Alliance Funds. Drvotjout led by Mra. Boniface. Visitor* wrlcomed. Miss ('ran'ton and Mrs. We*r-»y. Items by both visitors being much appr <* ated. Miss Cranston, speaker fo the afternoon, spoke on "Hells. Mrs. (olet expressed thanks. Collection ior Alliance Funds amounted to f 7. Meeting closed with prayer. Fnldinf. August* Ist. Mra. Spence presided and took devotions. Mrs. Flavell led in prayer. A letter wa* read from Miss McLav on Maori work. Evidracr before the Royal Commission was alto read. Attendance small as members were at the British and Foreign Bible Society meeting. Eight aiolafies. Seven present. Meeting closed with prayer by Mrs. (ocker.

Palmerston North: September 4th. Devotional extremes Mrs. Shearmen. Real peace may tv in the heart in spite of earth’s turmoil. Members stood as a token of honour and respect to the memory of the late Mr. T. K. Hodder, who had ever been a good friend to the tcmjvrancc cause. Speaker, Mrs. C. E. Taylor, of Fcilding. Subject, "Power," to be fully reported/in next issue. WELLINGTON DISTRICT

Lower Hutt: August 22nd. Mrs. Spencer presided and Mrs. Swift led the devotions. The afternoon was of a social nature, solos, readings and comjietitions comprising the programme. A letter of sympathy was sent to Mrs. Peryman on the passing o f h«-i husband. Mrs. Sjkmicci closed with prayer ; or the bereaved ones, and closed with the benediction. NELSON DISTRICT

Nelson: July 10th. Mrs. Toomer presided over a good attendance. Miss Cook spoke of the coming Jubilee, tracing its origin to the law of Moses, and sounding a call to all members to make this an acceptable year unto the Ixird. Members stood while prayer was offered in memory of the late Mrs. Annie Watson. Mrs. Toomer also sjmke in ajiprrciation of Mrs. Watson’s life and work. Scientific fact was read by Mis. J. Andrews. Mrs. Toomer rrjxirted having given temjierance talks to two branches of the Girls’ Life brigade and also having visited the Old People’s Home at Richmond. Afternoon tea hostesses, Mesdames Gardner and Neal. Meeting closrd with Pledge and benediction. August 14th. Annual “Pay-up” Social. Attendance affected by wet day. Mrs. Toomer presided. Devotions led by Mrs. Kimberley. Mrs. F. Cooke welcomed back after a long absence. Final arrangements made for the Jubilee celebrations on Sunday, September 'Uh, Thanksgiving service in the School of Music; Tuesday, Sept. llth, Social afternoon in Presbyterian Hall; Sept. 12th, District Convention. Miss C. F.. Kirk to be the speaker on each occasion. Two articles read, “The Re-discovery of Ntvah’s Ark,” and "Results of Night Sales of Liquor." birthday posies presented by Mrs. Lammas. MARLBOROUGH DISTRICT

Blenheim: Women's District United Day of Prayer held at St. Andrew’s Presbyterian Church, August 31st; sessions from 10 a.m. to 12 noon, and from 2 to 4 p.m. Sjieakers, Mesdames L. baylcy, F.. Ford, A. FearDunbar and P. Stephens. Special day of thanksgiving and praise for answered prayer; Victory in the Pacific; and the end of wax. All sessions were full of interest and hymns suitable to the occasion were chosen.

Tua Marina: August 21st. Meeting held at the home of Mrs. E. Smith. The president chaired a good attendance under very pleasant circumstances. Peace having come to the world, this being our Peace Day. Mrs. Smith read a very interesting paj*r on Peace, this liemg verv much appreciated. A cheery letter was read from Mrs. Gardiner. Moneys for rite organising fund, capitation N.Z. fund and secretary’s account were j>assed for payment. Mrs. burroughs was elected delegate for Convention, which members were asked to do their best to attend. A Competition arranged by Mrs. Smith was won by Mrs. K. Knight. Hynm and benediction brought a very pleasant meeting to a close. Springlands: 21st August. At home of Mrs. V. Underhill who presided over fair attendant . Two visitors welcomed. President retorted or. District Executive meeting and Mrs. L. Gum was appointed the delegate to Convention, and members asked to attend. it being Missionary Day, Mrs. V. Powell, of blenheim, kindly attended to give us a pajier upon the Missions of the Pacific Islands. Touching ujx>» our own N.Z. Missionaries and the great wor kdonc by them in this country. Mrs. Powell related incidents in the lives of Rev. S. Marsden, Rev. S. l>ee and Rev. Imnside and Mrs. Ironside, and then told O; the work being carried on in the Islands of liorneo, Polynesia, liji, Makogai and Melanesia and the heroic actions of both the Missionaries and Natives. Mrs. Powell was sincerely thanked for her very instructive and inspiring paper, so abh read. Mrs. Green contributed a solo. Thanks extended to president for the use of her home. A prayer under the title, "When the Guns -tie S*:ent” was read, followed by the benediction.

NORTH CANTERBURY DISTRICT Riccarton: August Ml. Devotions led by Mrs. C. barrel!. Apologies received and members welcomed after absence. Twenty-four

pre cut. Ten shillings was donated to the F.xecutive “bring and buy” funds; our guinea to the Mayoress’ Christmas parcel fund; sj>ecial collections having been taken for these. Names were handed in for the Cradle Roll, ami flowers sent to a sick member. Mrs. Griffiths, president, and Mrs. Harrell, vice-president, will represent our Union on the “Welcome Home” Committee for the Returned Servicemen of RiccarPm and Fendalton. A Temjierance Slogan inserted in the Clarence Street Chtarterly. bible Study Group held every second Tuesday in members’ homes. Mental H osjiital rejort good. Collection of liars of chocolate to be begun for jiatients. An interesting and vivid talk given by Mis* (I. Musgrove on her World Tour. Two new menilKM". initiated. Hostesses, Mrs. F. Smith and Miss Ross. Thanks from jiresidrnt; afternoon tea and ben.'diction.

Lyttelton-Heathcote: July. Meeting held at Heathcote. In the absence of the jiresident, Mrs. Coyle took the chair. £1 was j»assen for Maori work and £1 for the N.Z. fund. Mrs. Tredennick gave a very interesting talk on the Prodigal Son. Collection, 4/6. Six “White Ribbons” sold. Christchurch: Augus' 22nd. Miss C. Hendersoti presided. Sympathy sent to Tetnuka Union in the passing of Mrs. Douglas. Thanks received from Lady Galway Guild for our gifts of clothing for distribution in F.urojx*. Congratulations sent to Mrs. Neutze, who recently celebrated her golden wedding. Donation sent to the District Committee for the Mayoress’ Soldiers' Parcel Fund. Miss Thomas elected delegate for the Waiiuate Convention. Interesting Temjierance extracts read by our jiresident from “World’s bulletin News.” •

Reefton: August 14th. Meeting held at the home of Mrs. Thompson who gave a reading on “The Kingdom of Heaven.” Sjiecial prayer for j*eace. Owing to small attendance, husiness was held over to next meeting. Afternoon tea.

Sydenham: August 2nd. Meeting held in the Colombo Street baptist Hall, Mrs. J. F'lltr, otir I‘resident, occupying the cha’r, with eighteen members jirrsent. Devotions were conducted by Mrs. Davies, after which the usual business was transacted. A lette r was received front the Minister of Health (Hon. Nordmeyer) stating that everything jxissible was being done to alleviate the |M>sition as regards shortage of Maternity Hospital accommodation, and that pp.ns for the construction of a new St. Helen’s building would be prepared at the earliest opportunity. A very informative and interesting address on "Elizabeth Undaunted" was given b\ Miss bailey. After stating that she was heartily in accord with our work of fighting the liquor traffic. Miss bailey dealt with the difficulties and dangers associated with pioneer nursing in India in the early days of Missionary activity. In sjnte of numerous setbacks, the nurses struggled on bravely, and eventually won the confidence and trust of the jieople under their care.

The meeting was brought to a close with j»rayer led by Mrs. J. K. Archer.

SOUTH CANTERBURY DISTRICT Ashburton: August 7th. “Sailors’ Day” observed. Small attendance owing to bad weather. Mrs. Adjutant Smith jire-ided and opened the meeting with a few appropriate remarks about the courage and endurance of those men whose lives are sj>ent on the sea. Temperance fact. Letter received from Mrs. butler, referring to the death of Mrs. Douglas, of Tetnuka, a very prominent member. The Sailors’ Day address was given by the Rev. J. browning, who said: "The debt owing to those who go down to the sea in ships could never he repaid.” Collection for seamen amounted to £2/3/-. and servicable gifts were received. Sister Mildred thanked Mr. browning lor his address. Mr. browning closed with prayer. Temuka: August .Nth. Meeting presided over by Mrs. Hewson, who took devotions, being "Memorial Day," Mrs. Hewson chose for her subject the life and work of our late secretary and co evangelistic superintendent, Mrs. J. Douglas, whose death recently tienrived us of a much-loved comrade and highly resjiected citizen, whose influence in Temuka will long be remembered. Mrs. Holwell was appointed secretary. Mrs. Stone to the Rest Room Committee, Mrs. I»vatt to be “W.R.” agent, which jvosition was previously filled bv the late Mrs. Douglas. Rejiort on District Ex-

ecutive meeting held in Timarti read hv Mrs. butler. Secretary to write congratulating Mr. J. R. Menzie* on the stand taken by him with regard to the Sunday hand contest; also to Dr. Mclnnes in the same strain with reference to Sunday bowl*. Mrs. Holliday appointed delegate to Convention at Waimate in September. Mesdames I,ee and H. Hewson thanked for afternrx»n tea. benediction. OTAGO DISTRICT

Kaikorai: July 31st. Mrs. Flett presided over a good attendance of members and friends. Devotions led by Mrs. Orr. Prem. dent read an article on “Women of the bible.” The speaker. Major Sanrom, ns introduced ami sjx>W- of work done among women inebriates on P.ikatoa Island, benediction.

August 28th. President opened the meeting with Praise. Devotions were led by Mrs. Orr. The Rev. Duder gave a most interesting and informative address on “Liquor in the King Country." The attendance was good. £1 donated to exjieti-es of Royal Commission. Dunedin South: August 23rd. Cargill K >ad Methodist Schoolroom. Mrs. Rijrpin presided. Mrs. Smith took devotions, reading from Hebrews 12, stressing “Consider Him.” 5/acknowlodged from Rible-in-Schools treasurer (from branch); 10/- devoted to District Exec, exjx-nses; £1 voted by meeting to N.Z. Alliance apjreal for financial co-ojvration. Invitation from ”Y” branch to attend Church Parade Service, etc., on Temperance Sunday; also from newly formed Mormngton branch to attend sjiecial meeting, were received. Miss Ford elected delegate to District Convention. Members sincerely deplored that Victory celebrations were acconqianied by excessive drinking and the number of in hotels, workmen and motorists. Otherwise the note of thanksgiving was very real.

Lawrence: August 23rd. Attendance good. President. Miss Ferguson, in the chair. Two members welcomed hack after ilh.ess. Statement by the Dunedin Alliance on the Wallis House findings read and discussed. Mrs. Mitchell, secretary of bluff Union sine’ its inception, was welcomed as a visitor and gave a very interesting talk on Nie work of the Union. Greeting sent to bluff Union. Hymn, benediction ami afternoon tea. SOUTHLAND DISTRICT

Invercargill Central: August Ist. Mrs. bovil jiresided. Mrs. Pennington taking devotions. It was “Pay-up" Social afternoon. Solos bv Miss Simon and Mrs. Wade. District Con vention, October 10th. One new member. Afternoon tea.

Invercargill South: August Bth. Very good attendance. Mrs. Richards led devotions. Pledge and Temjverance fact. Mrs. J. Richaids welcomed back after her illness. The speaker for the afternoon was the Rev. G. P. Mitchell, who gave a very helpful and interesting address on our motto, “God, Home and Humanity," basing his remarks on Psalm 20, v 5: "In the name of our God we will set in* our banners." The sjx-aker was thanked. Meeting closed with prayrr and the benediction. «•