SPECIAL REPORTS

White Ribbon, Volume 18, Issue 11, 1 December 1946, Page 3

SPECIAL REPORTS

WELLINGTON AND DISTRICT UNION.

The members of the Wellington Union were joined by District Executive members recently to bid farewell to Mrs. Gardiner, who was leaving the district to reside in Nelson. Mrs. Gardiner had been both local and District Treasuiei for a number of years, and on behalf of the Wellington Union Mrs. Brooks presented her with a book suitably inscribed. Miss Kirk, on behalf of the District Union, then presented her with a beautiful shoulder spray. Oilier members spoke highly of the work done by Mrs. Gardiner, and Miss Atkinson sang solos. Afternoon tea was served.

CRADLE ROLL PARTY Riccarton Union

hollowing on the ordinary business, on October 10th, Kiccarton Union welcomed mothers with their babies at a Cradle Roll party. The president spoke words of welcome, and then asked the speaker, Pastor T. S. Brash, to ald .ess th 4> meeting. His >uhject was "1 vils of Strong I )rii.K."

I ianoforte solos were given by Miss Hertzel, and violin solos by Miss Helen Kendeil. The children enjoyed games together. After n jon tea was dispensed, and a birthday cake cut, each child receiving a piece with a candle on it. They also received toys, baskets of sweets and apples, on leaving. Literature was given to the mothers also. The afternoon closed with votes of thank< and the Benediction.

CRADLE ROLL PARTY, LEVIN Levin’s Annual Cradle Roll party was held m the Salvation Army Hall on October .Kith, and was largely attended by mothers and children. Mrs. Kennerley presided and extended a cuidial welcome to ail present. A programme of games kept ihe little ones all happy till teatime. The small guests were provided with delicious afternoon tea set on daintily arranged tables, and each recci ed a colourful paper hat. Sister Wood, of the District Nursing Service, gave an interesting talk on her work among the Maoris, for which she was thanked and provided with a posy of flowers by Miss Kennerley. Mrs. Burnham was the competition winner. Afternoon tea served by members was enjoyed by all present.

WOMEN S DAY OF PRAYER Marlborough District. The monthly Women’s Day of Prayer was held at St. Andrews Presbyterian Church. Blenheim, when there was a good attendance at all the sessions. Commencing at 10 a.m., Mrs. A. Forbes as Leader, *ook for her subject, “Don't worry" Mrs. W. J. Girling. Mayoress of Blenheim, led in the next session, and spoke on “Faithfulness,” impressing

on her hearers that God does guide us, and is ever watching over us. “The Beauty of Holiness” was the subject chosen by Mrs. L. Baylev, in which some very beautiful and helpful thoughts were expressed. The closing session of the day was led by Mrs. A. Fear, who spoke of missionaries and their work in China. India, Japan, Egypt, Australia, New Zealand, and Islands of the Pacific. Individual prayers were offered for the various countries by members of the congregation. Among the prayer requests were the sick, chaplains, ministers, missionaries, doctors and nurses, and all who passed through the room for instruction in connection with the Rev. Lionel Fletcher’s recent mission. Special prayer on behalf of the coming election, especially regarding “first voters.” Praise to God for answered prayer was also expressed.

HOME MEETING, Onehunga. On October 24th, Onehunga held a Home meeting at the home of Mrs. Moore, conducted hv Mrs. Hatton. Much satisfaction was felt on learning that the Maori girls of Kurahuna L.T.L., trained by their leader, Mrs. Moore, had been so successful in the recent Temperance Examinations. Mrs. Barker addressed the gathering, telling the “Christian Alliance of Women and Girls,” who provide a comfortableroom in Auckland, where women and girls can enjoy a quiet rest, or take their lunch and eat it there in pleasant surroundings, tea and coffee being pro-

v ided at a small cost. “A lounge library, sewing machine, and iron at your disposal free of charge," is the announcement made. Many business girls resident in the City arc grateful for these things, and the happy companionship enjoyed.”

SPECIAL ELECTION MEETING Winton Under the auspices of the W.C.T.U. a special, open, Temperance meeting was held in the Sunday School Hall on November sth. Mrs. Thomson presided opening with a Hymn, and Devotions ltd I»y the Rev. Haigh. A bracket of songs was very sweetly sung by Miss Nancy Gerrard. Mrs. Thomson welcomed ail and spoke of the difficulties facing us in connection with the coming Poll. She then called upon Mr. Haigh to speak. In his address, Mr. Haigh gave many astounding facts regarding the Liquor trade, arousing much interest and much discussion. Mrs. Smart propose** a vote of thanks to the sneaker winch was carried with hearty acclamation. Mrs. Cochrane then favoured with a bracket of songs, closing a fine programme. A vote of thanks to all helpers was carried Supper and the Benediction brought the evening to a close.