WOMEN'S INSTITUTES

Wanganui Chronicle, Volume 83, Issue 43, 21 February 1939, Page 3

WOMEN'S INSTITUTES

WESTMERE MEETING The February meeting of Westmere W.I. was held on Tuesday, 14th inst. Mrs. Brownlie presided over a fair attendance and welcomed visitors from Kai Iwi Institute. A vote of sympathy with all sufferers throughout the world was passed, and also one with Miss Ross in her recent bereavement. The golden thread series was continued, the subject for the day being: "Peace.” This was introduced by Mrs. Brownlie, who gave a short reading of President Roosevelt’s message, "We Must Be Good Neighbours.” A most interesting travel talk was given by Mrs. Robinson, who described many things of interest seen on her recent travels in America. Mrs. Woolcot gave much pleasure with two delightful vocal solos, and Miss Cornish, a gifted pianist, entertained with piano solos. i The points competition, a slice of i Christmas cake, was won by Mrs. Budge 1, Miss Winwood 2, and Miss Rogers 3. This was kindly judged by Mrs. Rountree. Hostesses for the the afternoon were Mesdames Pratt and Waters and Misses A. Cawardine and P. Ayling. MANGAWEKA BRANCH The Mangaweka meeting of the i Women’s Institute was held last Tuesday, and it was very pleasing to see such a good attendance for the first meeting in the New Year. i Mrs. Ince presided and Mrs. Moyle , acted as secretary owing to the ab- : sence of Mrs. McLeod. The motto 1 was given by Mrs. Paget and Mrs. • Ginnane gave an interesting account . of the- life of Elizabeth Fry for the ! golden thread. While the competitions ! were being judge members enjoyed a 1 short community sing. A very helpful and interesting talk on First Aid was ’ given by Mrs. Constable, of Taihape, who also answered many questions. The prize-winners for the competitions were:—Slice of Xmas Cake, Mrs. Pedersen; knitted cushion, Mrs Lewis; lady’s spray Mrs. H. Reilly. TLRAKINA There was a good attendance at the monthly meeting of the Turakina Women’s Institute held on February 16. one new member being welcomed. During the business session the secretary read a letter from Reynolds W.I. conveying an invitation to Turakina members to attend the birthday party.

Mrs. Henderson read an article on the Sarah Ann Rhodes Fellowship and asked members to write their annual

report. Mr. F. Killeen, of the Electricpower Board displayed and explained the advantages of the electric refrigerator in detail. Also the wonders of the washing machine. Miss Wadmore also of the Power Board, displayed an array of tempting eatables, consisting of jellies and salads. All members sampled the ice cream and a vote of thanks was given to Miss Wadmore and Mr. Killeen.

Competitions for the day were as follows: Sultana cake, Mrs Koehane 1, Mrs. Major 2, Mrs. Wischnowsky 3; best bloom, Miss Groshinsky 1, Mrs. Major 2. Mrs. Govenlock 3. KAI IWI MEETING The first meeting of the year of the Kai Iwi Womens’ Institute was held in the Kai Iwi Hall on February 9. The attendance was small as many members are still away on holiday. After the New Zealand anthem was sung and the aspirations read, Mrs. Goldsbury welcomed all members and expressed regret that the institute was losing so many value members. Four of the members just recently left are Mrs. Parker, who has gone to reside at Hunterville, Mrs. Burdess with Mr. Burdess have left for Mataku near Te Puke, Miss Bruntlett, who has taken up nursing duties at a private hospital in Wanganui. and Mrs. Flintoff, who has left Kai Iwi district for Westmere. Business was then dealt with, members being requested to have all nominations for the new committee in by February 23. A roll call resulted in many and varied suggestions for the new committee in the new year.

Afternoon tea was then served, the hostesses being Mesdames Payne. Lethbridge and Miss Reardon. A very instructive demonstration on a sewing machine by Miss Tohill and Mr. Morrison followed. At the conclusion of the demonstration - hearty vote of thanks was given. The winners of the last meeting's points prizes were:—Short Pie Crust: Mrs. Rountree 1, Mrs. Gilbody 2, Mrs. Bruntlett 3. A Xmas gift not to cost more than 2/6: Mrs. Bruntlett 1, Mrs. Rountree 2, Mrs. Gilbody 3. February meeting: Gladioli, Mrs. Darbyshire 1, Mrs. Rountree 2, Mrs. Gilbody 3. Plum Jam: Mrs. Staite 1, Mrs. Darbyshire 2, Mrs. Gilbody 3. Hostesses lor March will be Mesdames Capon and Lett and Misses Papworth and Wilson. A pleasant afternoon concluded with the singing of the National Anthem. RANGIWAEA MEETING. The Rangiwaea Women's Institute held its first meeting for 1939 on February 16, Mrs. Donovan presiding

over a fair attendance of members. The meeting was largely a business one in preparation for the annual meeting next month,-and the Ruapehu Federation annual meeting in April for which Mrs. Donovan and Mrs. Garmonsway were chosen as delegates. A very satisfactory balance-sheet of the flower show was presented and votes of thanks accorded to Mrs DeUow, Federation president, who opened the show, and the judges, Mrs. Amis and Miss Fannin, of Ta'.hape.

Mrs. Speedy’s demonstration of tatting proved very popular. It was decided to hold a picnic late In March to celebrate the institute birthday. Members were reminded th it norrirn. lions for president and co nmittee for next year close with the secretary on March 2. The premier flower competition was won by Mrs. Brown and the competion for next month will be plain scones. A meeting of the Garden Circle will be held on Tuesday, February 28, when Miss Fannin will talk on flower show matters. The competitions for this meeting will be a shoulder spray and Victorian posy. Flower Show. The Rangiwaea Women’s Institute held its fourth flower show on February 11, and were congratulated by the judges, Mrs. Arms and Miss Fannin, upon the standard of the blooms and the progress made. Owing to the late season the gladiolus section was not very big, but this was more than balanced by the very large entries in the miscellaneous and decorative classes. The children’s section deserves special praise and entries were large enough to necessitate forming another class in the decorative section, for children under 10 years.

Points prize winners were as follows: Section A gladioli and dahlias, Mrs. Garmonsway. Section B: Miscellaneous, Mrs. Garmonsway. Section D: Decorative, Miss G. Speedy. Children's classes:—Section E: Cut blooms. Claude Becker. Section F: Decorative, under 10 years, Colin Donovan; over 10 years, Elsie Reeves. Mrs. Weir and Miss Humpfreys ran the jumble stall and Misses E. Bavne and J. Bell the sweets, ice-cream and drinks stall.

Competitions were held in the evening, the winners being:—Cake, Mrs. Hagen and Mr. Baley: chocolates, Lindsay Bell; dinner, Mr. H. Gahan; tray and cloth, Coral Hill; nail driving, Mrs. D. Bell and Mr. S. Livingstone; putting, Miss G. Speedy and Mr. D. Bell; penny-dropping, Miss K. McCann. David Bell and Talbot Garmonsway. SIX MONTHS’ ACTIVITIES. TURANGAARERE INSTITUTE. At the September meeting, members were pleased to welcome the Ruapehu Federation President, Mrs. Dellow and the secretary, Mrs. G. M.

Transom, also Mesdames Jackson, Henry and Miss Dellow. Mrs. Jackson gave a very interesting "travel talk’’ about her journey Home, and her view of the Coronation procession, which all thoroughly enjoyed, especially as the Golden Thread is about the Royal Family. Miss Dellow showed how to make sweets, which were very appetising in appearance and to the taste. It was decided to take "Home and Country’’ to keep for reference. Parcels were brought for the Christmas cheer of the patients at the leper station. The competitions were: A collection of vegetables, won by Mrs. Murdoch, with Mrs. Canton 2, a morning apron, Mrs. Murdoch 1, Miss Bartell 2; premier flower was won by Mrs. Fowler with a beautiful anemone.

At the October meeting Mrs. Anderton gave an iced cake for the benefit of the sick fund. The competitions, a pair of booties, was won by Miss Bartell; a jar of flowers was won by Mrs. Pohe, with Mrs. Coleman 2; premier flower, Mrs. Pohe 1. Mrs. Anderton entertained with another reading of the Golden Thread. November: The competition for the dressed doll given by Mrs. Fitzsimons, was won by Miss Millan and proceeds given to the si J: fund. International Day was held this month, members taking part. A hearty vote of thanks was passed to Mrs. Bartell for her report on the federation meeting. All were very proud to receive the two trophies presented by the Ruapehu Federation. Competitions, a plate of sweets, Miss Sinclair 1, Miss Bartell 2; flowers, Mrs. Pohe 1, Miss Bartell 2; premier flower, Miss Sinclair. Mrs. Murdoch gave a demonstration on the way to make soft toys, which was much enjoyed. December: The president, Mrs. Bartell, made a presentation to one of the members who was recently married and wished her everything good. Competitions: Flowers suitable for a sick person, was won by Mrs. Canton, with Mrs. Pohe 2; shortbread, Miss Bartell 1, Mrs. Canton 2; premier flower, Mrs. Sturgeon. February: Mrs. Bartell presided over a fair attendance and welcomed Mesdames Bayne and Bell from Rangiwaea. Mrs. Bayne kindly showed members how to make various articles from "Lace Bark,” including a child’s hat. A hearty vote of thanks to Mrs. Bayne was passed by Mrs. Canton for the demonstration which all enjoyed. Competitions: A collection of vegetables was won by Mrs. Murdoch with Miss Bartell 2, and a jar of jelly, Mrs. Murdoch 1, Miss Bartell 2. Mrs. Sinclair won the premier flower with a dark godetia. Competitions for March will be: 1, a vase of flowers arranged for effect. 2, an article made from "Lace Bark.” Roll call: What New Zealand is famous for . . .

Hostesses: Mesdames Brophy Coleman, Sinclair.