Y's Reports.

White Ribbon, Volume 23, Issue 267, 18 September 1917, Page 11

Y's Reports.

AUCKLAND. Aug. 18. A very enjoyable social in the Piccadilly Tea Rooms. Mr M. Grevillc acted as M.C. lor the evening. The room was tilled with some 250 young people from the different church societies. 1 he President, Miss Alice Parkinson, in welcoming the guests, explained that our first aim w as to secure prohibition of the liquor traffic. It was their hope to conduct all their meetings along Parliamentary lines, and so train themselves that the) would be a powei in the future. Vocal solos were rendered by the Misses Wheeler, George, Scott, and Mr A. Hall; recitation and pianoforte solo by the Misses Sodding and Laws. Miss Elsie Stevens, President of the Avondale Branch, spoke on behalf of her Union. Mrs Cook, President of the District l nion, and Mrs Smeeton spoke a few words of appreciation and encouragement. A vote of thanks was extended to the membifs and all who had contributed to the evening’s enjoyment. Aug. 27. A largely increased attendance, and very deep interest taken in the work. W'e gained 17 new members, making a total of 68. Decided to hold a special business meeting next week, as there is much business to be dealt with. Mesdame« Cook, SmTeton, and Millar gave ven inspiring talks, and I feel sure what thov said will prove very helpful to uall. WANGANUI. July .50. An open social. About 40 present, and two new members initiated. The Rev. Werran gave a splendid address on “National Service,” which was much appreciated by all. Other items were: Duet, Misses Lipper; recitation, Miss Brown; solo, Miss Jones; recitation, Miss Genge; solo. Miss Smith. After supper, games followed. Aug. 27. The President in the chair, 32 present. Seven members were initiated, and we hope that at next meeting a great many more of those who signed at Mrs Lee-Cowie’s meetings will be present to be initiated. A branch is being opened at Aramoho to-morrow night. ARAMOHO. Aug. 23. A Y branch, organised in the Methodist Schoolroom by Mrs Upton, Vice-President of Wanganui

W.C.T.U., assisted by Mrs E. Smith. Officers elected: Pres., Mrs Bathgate; Sec., M. Christie; Treas., E. Gilmour. Sixteen present, 12 signing the pledge. Arranged for meeting on second Monday in month.

PORT CHALMERS. Aug. 20. The u>»al monthly meeting was held in the Currie Street Hall, and took the form of a social evening. Several items were rendered by the different members, and all took part in the games and competitions. After an enjoyable evening, supper was handed round, and six new members enrolled.

WELLINGTON. August. In response to invitations, a number of young women assembled in Constable Street Rooms. A short concert programme was given, and .111 address by Mrs Napier. As a result of the meeting, a Y branch was organised, with a membership of 12, Mrs Mow lem being elected Superintendent. Supper was provided, and the Y branch begins work in earnest on the 13th.