FOREIGN MISSION FUNDS

Dominion, Volume 13, Issue 143, 12 March 1920, Page 6

FOREIGN MISSION FUNDS

LOSS ON EXCHANGE. By Telesra'ph—l'rej.s Association, Christchurch, March 10. After to-dny's meeting of- the Christchurch Presbytery, ft conference, was helu to consider the situation which has nrisen owing to the high rate of exchange between New Zealand and India and China. It was explained that the total contributions to the Indian and Chinese missions had now lo bo approximately JSOOO larger than before Hie exchange rate went up, and the conference was called to consider ways and means of collecting this extra amount, so. that foreign mission work should not he short of funds. A committee set up to denl with tho matter recommended that a sum he collected equivalent to 7s. fid; from eacli church member. Every church should make up its foreign mission contribution to this amount, which would cover the deficiency caused by the loss in. exchange. Carrier pigeons an; hard to obtain in Belgium now, and cost 09 much as .£lO Ladies will bo particularly interested in a specially fine display of Trench Coats, Rainproof Coats, and Woollen Sports Coats now being made at Davis and Clutcr's, Those coats conform to the very newest styles, and each one is of high quality. We invite you to inspect at; your first opportunity. Davis and Clater, Ladies' and Gentlemen's Outfitters, 21G Lambton Quay, Wellington.—Advt. Can you invent a tlmo-saving device? Perhaps you have an idea that will develop into a money-making invention. If you have, protect it by patent right. Consult Henry Hughes, Limited, I'ntent; Attorneys, 157 Feathorston Street, Wellington. Write or call for free booklet, "Advioe to Inventors."—Advt.