Women’s Division

Grey River Argus, 31 May 1948, Page 8

Women’s Division

The annual meeting of tne Buller provincial executive of the Women's Division of Federated Farmers was held in the Elite Tea Rooms on Wednesday last. The meeting opened with the Creed. Delegates from Inangahua, Nikau, Karamea, Mokihinui and Westport branched were present. Apologies were received from Mesdames Coop, Beckley (Ikamatua). A. Ridsdale and L. Clark. Mrs W. H. Martin (president) gave the following report: The year under review has been successful in all respects. Although some branches are experiencing difficulties in maintaining their strength others are in- ! creasing in numbers and popularity. I Our greatest achievement was in getting recognition of the bravery ! shown by Mrs T. V. Southern. I am pleased to announce that the medal - and certificate are in the mail to-day i and will be available to members for inspection. Arrangements have been finalised for the presentation of these to Mrs Southern. We were disappointed to know that Mrs Coop was unable to be present but look forward to the pleasure of her company at a meeting in the near future. Acting on a request from Dominion headquarters I proceeded to Timaru for a meeting of the South Island Provincial Presidents in con- • nection with the campaign of saving : fat for Britain. During the meeting we had the pleasure of hearing Lady Beveridge who addressed us on Britain’s urgent need for fats and soaps. I strongly urge all delegates- to recommend to their branches to save all edible fat possible. We are to be supplied with tins for saving fat and , as far as this district is concerned i we are fortunate to have the help of Westport Rotary Club who are taking an active part in this matter. Tn conclusion I wish to thank Mrs D. Bateman, who so ably carried' out the duties of secretary. _ 1 thank all members of the provincial executive for their support and assistance during the year; also Mrs J. Bennett, press-woman for reporting and pub-, fishing the proceeds of our meetings as it keeps our branch members ac- i quaipted with our activities; also | thanks to Mr J. M. Robertson and Sons for generously making their promises available. The election of officers resulted as follows: President, Mrs Martin (reelected) ; vice-presidents, Mesdames Beaton and Woodward; secretary, Mrs D. Bateman; press-woman, Mrs J. Bennett.: committee, Mesdames Lines, Mitchell and Beckley. A social, dance and cards has been arranged by the Inangahua branch of the W.D.F.U. on the evening of June 12 in order to present the > medal and certificate for bravery to Mrs T. V. Southern. The provincial secretary was instructed to issue invitations. It was decided to'support* any project. that the Hospital Board may bring forth to show recognition of Dr P. L. Foote for his life of service to the people of this district. Branch Reports: Nikau: Mokihinui reports that Seddonville has amalgamated with their branch. A collection was made at the last meeting for the United Nations appeal. Inangahua Junction: The annual meeting was held in April with 24, members present. Two clothing parcels were forwarded to C.0.R.5.0. A', third is now ready for dispatch. A donation was made to provincial i funds and to the appeal of the United ’ Nations. Karamea: At the annual meeting'! in April all officers were re-elected, The branch is sending a delegate toj the conference and has outfitted a.\ baby. Their meeting was enjoyed by the men. The branch welcomed a visit by the Westport branch. Westport: The annual meeting was in April and members enjoyed a visit to Karamea Branch. They were, entertained by the Women’s Institute at a very pleasant. evening. A donation was made to the United Nations appeal, and it was decided to pay the secretary an honorarium .in recognition of her work during the year. Afternoon tea, served by the management, brought a successful meeting to a close.