Bulletin of Union News

White Ribbon, Volume 19, Issue 6, 1 July 1947, Page 10

Bulletin of Union News

AUCKLAND DISTRICT Executive Meeting, June y: the District I‘reside ut, Mrs. J. Vv. Mountjoy pi ended, Devotions, being icd by tnc District Vicei icsideiii, Mrs. J. VS. Long. Meeting congiaiuuled Mrs. Mouutjoy oil tier election ,»s a meiuber o! the Lxecutive of the N.U.W. i>uring the month a larewell alternoon had been given to Mrs. Hugh hasi>er ou the eve ol her departure lor the World Convention to t>e held at New Jersey, U.b.A. Mrs. Kasjier was presented with a bouquet of autumn (lowers Irom the Lxecutive, and a small presentation from Mrs. Long and the #irls» ol the Hostel. A very hclplul “Day ol Prayer” held on May 2t>th, was retorted, addresses given by various leaders ol sessions being very inspiring. Report on School of Methods, and Educational Coulerence given, Mrs. Mountjoy, W .C.T.U. representative at the latter.

tpsom- Green Lane, April 17: Annual meeting. All officers re-elected. lhird meeting held May 15, Mrs. T. H. fcccersall presiding. Rev. A. S. Wilson sj>oke on "The Sailors Chapter” (.Act* 5). Titirangi, April 2V: Miss A. M. McLay presided over a fair attendance. Delegates' rel>orts of Convention given. Death ol a "Little White Ribboner” rejiorted and letter ol sympathy sent Irom Union. Benediction and tea. Onehunga, May 8: After opening Devotions, much business was arranged, rejiorts of various meetings given, and matters ol interest mentioned, among them being the large number of motoring accidents recently retried caused by drink. Mrs. Brown, who had been unable to linish her address at the last meeting, continued the story of her life, telling of her coming to New Zealand at the age of 21, of her various occupations, and religious existences, especially noting the guiding hand of God. As a Salvation Army officer, she had a wonderful story to tell. Her earnestness was deeply impressive.

SOUTH AUCKLAND DISTRICT Thames: May meeting took the form of a social afternoon for children, those of school age being specially inv,ted. Well attended. Several recitations, solos and pianofoite solos were contributed by the children. A few minutes were spent in riddle guessing, riddles from the "Y.P. Supplement.” i’astor Chalmers held the children's attention with a temperance talk entitled "Kings.” Sumptuous alternoon tea concluded a happy alternoon. Posters and blackboard slogans were used. Hamilton, June 5: Mrs. Stephenson Craig led Devotions. Rev. Howard Matthews spoke on the urgency of winning lives for' Christ, which was the keystone to abstinence from all forms of tainted living. WANGANUI DISTRICT Wanganui Central, April-May: Small attendances, but good work done. Two new members gained. Vote of sympathy with the relatives of the late Mrs. Pery man, and message of thanksgiving to Mrs. McGregor for her recovery after being knocked down by a motor car. Convention report given by Mrs. Ogg. Much interest in the decision to retain Dominion Headquarters. HAWKE’S BAY DISTRICT Dannevirke, June 10: Mrs. Paviour Smith presided. A letter of sympathy in her mother’s death was to be sent to the President, Mrs. Calcott. Mrs. Smales (W'a pukurau) had sent her report as our delegate to Dominion Convention, for which we are grateful. Mrs. Paviour Smith read extracts from a paj>er on "Wines in Scripture.” It showed that pure fruit juices as well as intoxicating wines were used. “White Ribbon” Day was observed with a colic tion taken up. It was decided to write to ? hr Editor, saying how much the work of the late Mts. Peryman and Mrs. Christian is appreciated, and how .aluable the “White Ribbon’s” educative and "nelpful for everyday living" pages are. WELLINGTON DISTRICT Brooklyn, March 23-May 28: President in the chair at both meetings. Mrs. Greenwood led Devotions. Mrs. Perymans' work and personality spoken of by Mrs. Brewe*-, several member? raying their tribute to her memory at the March meeting. Report of Ihstrict Executive meeting given by Secretary. Mrs. Pearson

presented with a wedding gift for her soil—a labiecioiii—in recogviiiou oi her good worn at me "oimg and uuy ' table tor many jcais. May meeting held at a meiuber s Home, U .mending and many absent through siucuess. Hospital visitation arranged. Discussion on distributing "Y.P. Supplements’ to Sunday schools. Head wan inte'est Mrs. Hiett s op(Hisitiuii to the Royal Commission t Hidings, “liriug and buy” takings to go lor Convention expenses fund. Apnl 2/: Special rcfcicitce made to the death ol Mrs. Dudley, one ol the most active members, Vv.K. >ui»eniileiidcut, and one noted lor her excellent i eni|>eranee Tacts at each Meeting. Members had' attended the funeral. Convention rc|>urt given by Mrs. Ross, ol Upper Hutt. District Convention report given by President. Sigil Prayer and Benediction. Lower Hutt, May 28: Mrs. bpcncer presided. Warm welcome to Mrs. Crawiord alter long absence, and to a new member. Annual visit ot the Belmont L. 1.L., plus, this time, tnc newly-formed "Y” branch. 1 wenty bright young i>copk entertained an appreciative audience. Programme ol filteen items comprising songs, hymns, solos, ducts, trios, recitations, readings, and a inou.h organ solo. There were three announcers and three conductors lor the singing. Benediction to close.

NELSON DISTRICT Nelson, April 8-May 13: Mrs. Tuomer presided over both meetings, a good* attendance at the May oue. At the April meeting Mrs. Goring, who led Devotions, was thanked by the President for her help to the Union, and presented with a book as a farewell token ol love and gratitude. Mrs. Doel gave interesting and comprehensive rejiort ol Dominion Convention. An interesting account of “Alcoholics Anouymous” was given at the May meeting by a guest s|>cakcr. who had }>ersoiial experience of this American organisation which is dealing successfully witn chronic alcoholism. Several small groups are operating in New Zealand, including one in Nelson, interesting discussion followed. Tea hostesses, Mesdames Keeble, bherratt. Buchanan, and Westley. MARLBOROUGH DISTRICT District Executive, May 15: The quarterly meeting of the Marlborough District Executive was held in Wesley Hall when Mrs. V. Underhill presided over a good attendance of members. Ajiologies received from Mrs. W. J. Girling, Vice-President, and Mrs. N. Forbes, Recording Secretary. A resolution expressing sympathy with Mr. S. E. >\ ells in the death of Mrs. Wells, our beloved and stalwart member of Picton Union, and “Y” Superintendent, was passed in silence. The President referred to the enthusiasm tor the Temperance cause and for < U righteous work which our late sister had always shown, and to tr.e great loss the Umou has sustained by her passing. It was resolved to record our sincere appreciatiou of her work and interest. (Four members ol the Executive attended the funeral and carried a floral tribute.) The cories|>ondence included an acknowledgment of our expressed sympathy from Mr. Wells. It was decided to support the Women’s Day of Prayer Committee in the suggestion of holdiug one hour session only in the morning and one aud a-half hours in the afternoon during w’inter months, aud to assist by taking part in the sessions. Discussion on the need for organising in Picton and elsewhere and decided to invite Miss A. McLay to visit the district in the spring, and to be the sjicaker at Distr.ct Convention. Mrs. Harris, district delegate to Convention, gave her report of business done and there was much discussion. The resolutions passed were re-affirmed and the protest *to recommendations of Licensing Commission also endorsed. These were directed to be forwarded to the Member for the District, Mr. T. O. Shand. Mrs. Harris was accorded thanks.

NORTH CANTERBURY DISTRICT Lyttelton-Hedth=o4«, May 27: Meeting held in Heathcote, 14 members present. Mrs. Stevens, Heathcote, rejorted on a Rechabite evening she had attended in Christchurch in honour of Sir William Williams, High Chief Ruler of the Rechabites. A "Bring and Buy” for Union funds amounted to £2/5/-.

SOUTH CANTERBURY DISTRICT Timaru, May 28: Mrs. T. Holdgatc presided over 33 members present. Peace Day observed. Major Wilkes gave an inspiring addreas, emphasising the fact that only with the presence of Christ in the heart could any lasting peace be found. Mrs. C. Ballantync delighted with

several songs. Mrs. Woodward repored a busy month at Sartors’ Rest. Donations to the "Rest" were gratefully received by Miss F. A. Smith.

Temuka: Peace Day observed, Mrs. Hewson presiding and leading Devotions. Captain lavlor introduced, and gave a helpful and interesting address on "Peace,” a vote of thanks being passed. Mrs. Hewson re|>orted oil the District Executive meeting, announcing that District Convention would be held this year at Temuka, in September. Band of Hoj* to open in June under the leadership of Mrs. Simpson, Oran. Invitation for next meeting to be held at a member’s home gratefully accepted. Sympathy with Mrs. Goodman m the death of her daughter.

April meeting presided over by Mrs. Hewson, Mrs. Grocott leading Devotions. Miss IVoley gave Convention report, vote of thanks being passed.

Ashburton, May: S|»eaker, Mr. George Dash, of Waunatf, subject being “Men and Evejm of Past Days," in response to an invitation to sjieak for three-quarters of an hour. The Mayor extended a welcome to the s|>eaker, who was thanked for his inspiring talk.

OTAGO DISTRICT North East Valley, May 22: Fair attendance. Year’s programme arranged, including a visit from Miss C. McLay. "Information Bureau" occupied the greater part of the time,' proving interesting and instructive. Miss Gibbs read an article on "Films,” with special reference to the unsuitability of so many of them for children, and to the fact that the children could gain admission to any film showing, even if marked as unsuitable. Miss Begg reported ou the N.C.W. Conference held at Timaru, including Archbishop Avenll’s address. Mrs. Yallance reported on the Presbyterian Synod’s session on the "Abuses of Alcohol,” and Mrs. Lav read an article On the effects of alcohol on the unborn child. Invitations to Green Island Union, and to a combined meeting of Mornington and Kaikorai to hear I)r. Hunter’s ideas regarding the findings of the Royal Commission. Miss Gibbs bidden "Au revoir" before leaving for an extended holiday in Auckland.