WOMEN’S INSTITUTES
Exchange of Plants Institute membership is a wonderful thing, doing away with much of the isolation of rural districts. First of all come the contacts made in a member’s own institute, and then, through that, with all the members in the larger area of the District Federation, and from that to those throughout the whole Dominion. Nor is this all, for an institute member is an institute m'ember all over the world, and is sure of a welcome from her fellow members in whatever country she may find herself. Connection between the organisation as established in various lands is maintained in several ways, principally by correspondence and exchange of ideas and experiences between “Links,” and recently a novel and interesting scheme has been launched successfully by Mrs. Alan Gardner, of Surrey (England) Federation. This is for interchange between New Zealand and English institutes of bulbs, seeds and plants grown in either country. The idea was the outcome of a market sale held by the Surrey Federation last July, when New Zealand tree ferns and produce were eagerly sought. Gifts of garden plants, etc., are now being exchanged, and Mrs. Gardner is also endeavouring to secure seeds from the gardens ot the Princess Royal and previous GovernorGenerals of the Dominion to be sent to New Zealand. , It is interesting to note that a gift from New Zealand Women’s Institutes, of two tree ferns has been graciously accepted by her Majesty the Queen, herself a member of Sandringham Women’s Institute. They have been planted in the gardens of Sandringham House, their Majesties beautiful Norfolk home. Carterton Institute. The monthly meeting of the Carterton Women’s Institute was held 111 Anglican Schoolroom on Thursday, December 13, Mrs. L. J. Harding presid1U A “brin" and buy” stall met with much success, but as there was only one entry for the knitting competition, the competition was held over until the February Gibson Young, of Stokes Valley, Lower Hutt, demonstrated the dressing of a fowl, and afterward gave an interesting talk on life in Burma, for which she was accorded a very hearty vote of thanks. The glee club under the conductorship of Mrs. Millar Hope gave a very pleasing item, and the playlet, It 8 Out, was presented by the drama circle. The performed were Mesdames Robinson, Steven. Woods, Beere. Peters, Trapp, and Miss Maclean. The producer was Mrs. Gibb Johnston and the stage mana£<»r Mrs. Gayfer. The hostesses for the afternoon were Mesdames Morgan Davies, E. Knutson, Misses Liddell, Wadham and Feast. Gladstone Institute. Mrs. Joblin presided over a fair attendance of members at the monthly meeting of the Gladstone Womens Institute, which was held last week. The roll call was “your birthplace. Mrs. Jolly of Martinborough, demonstrated the making of papier-mache articles. The competition for the month, the best sponge sandwich.” resulted 111 Mrs. J. McKay and Miss C. Cooper tying for first place. During the afternoon an “exchange gift” competition was held, each gift being numbered and tllen dr it” was decided to hold a picnic next month, at Te Whiti, if permission for the use of the grounds could lie obtainC(I. The hostesses for the afternoon were Mesdames J. McKay, I’. McLaren S. ♦Smith, W. Jackson, and Misses M. and K. McKay Wattuna West Institute. Mrs. A. E. Pearce presided over the December meeting of the Waituna Women’s Institute. The competition tor the best raffia cake basket resulted as follows Mrs. J. H. Williamson 1, Mrs. A. E. Shannon 2. Mrs. T. D. Stokes 3. A “bring and buy” stall of articles suitable for Christmas gifts was well patronised. The latter part of the afternoon took the form of a children s party, the children entertaining the members with pianoforte solos, songs and recitations. Afternoon tea was then served, the hostesses being Mesdames C. 'Williamson. A. T. Clarke, and E. 1. England. There will be no January meeting. On February 14. 1935. a picnic will be held at Donegal Hill Domain. , Silveretrnam In»tdtiit». The Silverstream Women’s Institute bad a social afternoon at their last meeting The drama circle acted a short play entitled “H.M.5.,” and the singing circle sang some charming glees. There was a record attendance. A children’s picnic held at the “Fairy Pool. Silverstream, earlier in the month, was a great success, over eighty children being present. Wainui-o-MaliW. A most enjoyable picnic was held by the members of the Wainui-o-Mata Women's Institute, On the usual meeting day all assembled at “Wood-Hatton, the residence of Mrs. Faulke, who had offered the use of her home and grounds for the day’s pleasure. Shady trees made a glorious setting, and in the Wainui river, running through the grounds, bathing was popular. Lunch and afternoon tea were set under the shady trees. and an hour’s music and singing in the lounge brought the picnic to a close. Thanks to Mrs. Faulke for the use of her grounds were expressed by the president, Mrs. White, on behalf of the members. FASHIONS IN MANNERS Good manners are a good investment, looking at it onlj’ from a practical point of view, and according to English writers the pendulum is swinging again from a brusque and over-bearing behaviour to gentleness and courtesy. A good manner always commands respect, and is often the deciding factor when an employer has to choose, between one who suits his purpose but is ungracious, and another who also suits his purpose and has the added attraction of good manners. A very great percentage of employers have within the last few years realised that a good manner and pleasing ways have an influence all'ithelr own in business, and they value these things to the full. Older people in particular greatly appreciate charming manners in young people, and ismall courtesies shown to them are never wasted. Cleaning a Panama. To clean a panama, brush it free from dust, removing the ribbon, then make a lather with hot water and a good soap. Put this in a basin large enough to hold the hat. Put the hat on a towel on the table, and brush the soapy water thoroughly into it, occasionally dipping the hat into the basin of lather to remove the dirty suds. When it appears clean, rinse it in fresh warm water containing about a teaspoonful of ammonia. Get some clean water, add a tablespoonful of glycerine, and rinse the hat well in this. Lay it on"a towel in the sun to dry, and occasionally pull it into shape with the fingers. Or you can make a “block” with a suitable pudding basin covered with soft cloths and turned upside down so that it just fills the crown.
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Dominion, Volume 28, Issue 103, 25 January 1935, Page 5
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