EKETAHUNA

Wairarapa Times-Age, 12 April 1941, Page 7

EKETAHUNA

PLUNKET SOCIETY ANNUAL MEETING OF MEMBERS. ("Times-Age” Special.) The annual meeting of the Eketahuna sub-branch of the Plunket Society was held in the Rest Room on Thursday. Those present were: Mesdames E. C. Albrechtsen (chair), C. Welch, O. Johansen, L. Martelli, S. M. George, N. Williams, L. Ives, M. Herbert, L. Houlbrooke, H. Hansen, A. Hansen, H. Percy. J. McAnulty Senr., J. McAnulty Junr., Miss A. Anderson, W. Olsen, Christie, E. M. Simmers, N. Richardson, Robbie, A. H. Gray and S. Daniel. An apology for absence was received from Mrs H. Higgins who was indisposed. The meeting observed a minute’s silence out of respect to the memory of the late Mrs W. B. Matheson. Mrs Albrechtsen received a hearty vote of thanks for' her kindness in cleaning the rooms free of charge. It was decided to send Mr G. Connor, Nireaha, a letter of thanks for having supplied firewood.

The report and balance sheet was read and adopted without discussion. The report stated inter alia: —It is very gratifying to record an increase in both town and country babies coming under our nurse's supervision, and also that so many more mothers are showing their appreciation by becoming financial members of the Society. We owe our sincere thanks to Nurse Tinkham for the kind and conscientious way in which she has always fulfilled her duties. With regard' .to finance our branch’s position is quite satisfactory. A raffle run by the Alfredton ladies, a hoop-la stall at the Alfredton Sports, a slfop day in Eketahuna, and a euchre party that the Putara ladies organised, were the only money-raising efforts that have taken place, but they each proved very satisfactory. We thank all those who worked in connection with them. Mrs McAnulty has kindly donated an eiderdown to raffle, for which we thank her very much. During the year a presentation was made to Mrs A. S. Carter in recognition of the valuable help she gave the branch during the 14 years she acted as secretary. It was with regret that we heard of the death of Mrs W. B. Matheson, who was a tower of strength to this branch in its infancy. We would like to express our sincere thanks to the T. G. McCarthy Trust, the Borough Council and County Council for donations; to Mr W. N. Richardson for acting as treasurer: to Mr Gray for auditing, and to Mr Jesson for opening the rooms each day. The report is signed by Emily C. Albrechtsen (president) and H. Higginson (hon. secretary). The election of officers resulted, as follows: —President, Mrs E. C. Albrechtsen (re-elected); vice-presidents, Mesdames E. M. Simmers. J. Lowes, S. M. George, and J. McAnulty; hen. secretary. and treasurer, ■ Mrs H. Higginson (re-elected); auditor, Mr A. H. Gray; executive committee, Xvlesdames A. H. Gray, L. Ives, N. ’Williams, and S. Daniel: general committee, Mesdames K. Marenzi and O. Johansen; advisory committee, Messrs A. H. Herbert, C. Parsons, Dr. E. M. Simmers and W. Olsen.

The various district committees were all re-elected.

Miss Barnett, Matron of the Masterton Hospital, gave a most interesting address on the up-bringing of young children. She touched upon the causes of malnutrition, the right and wrong types of food, and the influence of home life as it effects the growing child. At the conclusion of her address, Miss Barnett received a hearty vote of thanks.

Dainty shoulder sprays, kindly donated by Mrs W. Curry, were then presented to Mrs Albrechtsen and Miss Barnett. A spray was also sent to Mrs Higginson with the wish that she would have a speedy recovery from her illness.

The nurse, Miss A. M. Tinkham, in her annual report, stated that for the year the number of babies under 2 years on the books were 82, and the number of pre-school children 23, a total of 105. New babies for the year totalled 54. Visits to the office were: Adults, 806: babies, 765; older children, 55; total, 162 G. Visits paid to homes, 212; visits to districts, 47. Afternoon tea was served by members of the committee.

CROQUET CLUB

CLOSING OF SEASON. A very enjoyable afternoon war spent last Wednesday when the croquet lawns were closed for the season. There was a big attendance of active and honorary members and friends present. Competitions played resulted:—Ladder, Mrs L. Liardet; peg and French. Miss Angus, runner-up Mrs P. Fauvel .ha trophies wore provided by Mrs Gray, Misses A. Anderson and J. Angus. Afternoon tea was served in the club house, the long table being decorated with a large bowl of autumn tinted Virginian creeper and scarlet flowers to tone.

The president, Miss A. Anderson welcomed the visitors and presented the trophies won during the year as follows: —Twenty- minute tournament top aggregate. Mrs S. Daniel; runnerup, Miss M. Anderson (Mrs F. Cowlam's trophy). The next in order, Miss Angus, Mrs Fauvel. Mrs Gray Miss A. Anderson, Mrs Olson and Mrs Horten wi? handed trophies. Miss Alison Simmers won the trophy for the most improved C player during the season. In declaring the greens closed, Miss Anderson said that she hoped that the keen interest in the game would be maintained next season. She expressed appreciation of Ihe help given her by the members during the season.

Personal Items. Mr and Mrs B. Dinnan are spending Easter at Palmerston North. Mrs A. Hanson, Nireaha, is visiting Palmerston North. Mrs G. Burr, Palmerston North, is the guest of her mother, Mrs P. Wilkin, Atea. Mrs G. Coster, Stanley Street, has returned from a holiday spent in Wellington. Mr Ivan Hansen, Wellington, is spending Easter with his parents, Mr and Mrs A. Hansen, Stanley Street.

Mr Barrie Anderson, left for New Plymouth, on Thursday and will aland the annual re-union of the New Plymouth Boys’ High School. Mr and Mrs W. Hodges, Wanganui, and Mr and Mrs Samuel Hodges. Bulls, one time residents of the town, have returned home after having visited old friends. Miss U. Chambers, of the Porirua Hospital staff, has returned after paying a short visit to Eketahuna. Mrs Anderson, of Alexandra, CenOtago, has returned after visiting her brother, Mr G. Jessen, Alfredtoh Road. Mrs Anderson came north to farewell her daughter, Miss Ada Anderson, who is serving with the nursing services.