“THE WHITE RIBBON"

White Ribbon, Volume 23, Issue 2, 1 April 1951, Page 6

“THE WHITE RIBBON"

Editor’s Annual Report, 1951 Madam I'resident: At the request of our Acting-Editor, Mrs. Singleton, 1 have pleasure in presenting the Editor’s Report on the "White Ribbon.” As it is now' eleven month:* since 1 passed the work on to Mrs. Singleton, 1 can only speak from the reader's standpoint regarding the actual production, and it is a great pleasure to be able to say publicly, bow much 1 have appreciated the monthly issues. The new contributors and the careful orderliness of each number have commended themselves to our readers. Then the wide scope of each subject dealt with have added much io the value of the paper. Mrs. Singleton asks me to express her sincere thanks to all who have in any way contributed material for our paper. Especially are we indebted to Mrs. J. H. Grigg for her faithful work in so willingly overseeing the'monthly set-up of the White Ribbon at the printer’s office. Also to the staff of Messrs. Wright and Carman for their unfailing courtesy and helpfulness throughout the year, our thanks and appreciation are due. \Ve regret the rigid necessity which has caused the cutting down of reports and hope that all reporters and Unions realise that there was no alternative. The space had to be most carefully conserved. I should like to add a personal note here. While on our recent tour, I met editors of the “White Ribbons” of Australia, England, Scotland, USA. and Canada, and also of various Temperance publications. A brave attempt was made to hold an Editors’ Conference at the World Convention, but as the only available place was one corner of the White Rock Pavilion and the only time was between sessions, when Miss Phyllis Wright, the musical director of the Convention, was holding an “All Nations" choir practice in another corner, not a great deal was ilone.

I did learn, however, certain facts, which may prove useful later. It came as something of a surprise to find that the circulation of the very fine Australian “Ribbon,” is only about one thousand more than that of our own. Almost all the “Ribbons” feature advertisements, w’hich are helpful in meeting expenses. All were intrigued by our “Beacon," and “Y.P. Supplement,” for which we have to thank the late Mrs. Peryman. Committees are set up as a help and support to the Editor.

1 am glad to thank Mrs. Singleton for fo willingly taking over the work for me during iny absence; and for her further willingness to make the change a permanent one. I have enjoyed the w’ork, but will be glad to lay it down, knowing that it will be in such capable hands. To all, who during my five years of editorship, were so kind and understanding, and who gave me very material help, I do say “thank you" most sincerely. M. Christian.