Y’s Reports.

White Ribbon, Volume 24, Issue 278, 19 August 1918, Page 11

Y’s Reports.

AUCKLAND On account of important temperance meeting, held on Monday, July 2yth, in the Town Hall, at which the Kev. K. S. Gray, and Mr Isitt, M.P., were the speakers, we decided to hold initiatory service, and then proceed to public meeting in a body. During the month we have gained four new members. l)°( ided to hold another social in the Piccadilly Tea Rooms on August 24th to gain new members, and to take up a collection for the mine-sweepers ARAM OHO. June ii. President presided over a fair attendance. A protest was forwarded to Sir Janies Allen re a statement made in Wanganui “Herald” to the effect that a transport leaving England left behind certain mail matter and brought whisky as cargo. Members decided to have a Novelty Jumble Stall at forthcoming WC. I\l\ Sale of Work in September. Final arrangements were made for the welcome social to Organiser (Mrs Napier). Collection in aid of minesweepers. Workers came forward to assist in canvassing for signatures for petition to Parliament. Interesting letters were read re mine sweepers’ appeal. July 16. Social evening. Attendance 50. A musical programme and a Temperance play: Ihe Sick Baby,’ by members of the L.T.L. were much enjoyed. Mrs Napier gave an address to th*' young people, which was much appreciated. Collection for minesweepers. Votes of thank- to speaker and performers. I hree new members. AVONDALE. June • Social evening. Mr G. Chapman presided. Miss Stevens gave an address on the aim and objects of our Union. 16 recruits and two honorary members'. Musical items, refreshments and competitions. June 19. Miss Stevens presiding Decided to have a conceit in aid of our Hutment f und. Interesting address by Mr Charteris. July 17. Fair attendance*. Three new memb. rs. A paper on “Should Pledged Abstainers use Alcohol as a Medici ie” was read by Miss Wright. INVERCARGILL. ]ulv X. A Branch was formed by Miss Weymouth. An initiatory service was held. The election of officers was as follows: —President, Miss Allan; Corresponding Secretary, Miss Irwin; Recording Secretary, Miss Kerse; Treasurer, Miss Featherstone; Asst. Treasurer, Miss Ruby Dewe; Pianiste. Miss Rnmsav; Vice-Presidents; Vise Dewe, Miss Seed, Miss W and Miss Shepherd ; “White Ribb >n” Suncrintendent, MBs Aleock. Decided . meet the first Monday in every month. Membership 50.

July 22. Miss Allan presiding. Decided that we advertise in the “.Southern Cross” and “'l imes.” A letter was read by the Secretary from Mr Peryman, who wrote in the absence of Mrs Peryman, re the W.R., also congratulating this Branch on its formation. The roll was then called, nine new members joinings Mrs Baird addressed the meeting, and was listened to with deep interest, and heartily thanked. Miss Weymouth pok** for a few minute s as this was her farewell meeting. NORMAN BY. July 18. A visit from Mrs Napier, Y Organiser. There was a good attendance, and a Branch was formed, and elected the following officers:— Superintendent, Mrs I). Scott; President, Miss I. K. Gane; Secretary, Miss F. Jackson; Treasurer, Miss K Anstis. Ten members joined after a very interesting address on the aims and work of the “Y’s.” Supper was handed round by Mrs Scott, who was Convener of the meeting, and it promises to be fruitful with good hopes of more members. ASHBURTON. July 15. “Pay Up’’ social. The Secretary reported that since last meeting we had sustained a loss through the death of Mrs A. Pollock, on« of our Vice-Presidents. A motion of sympathy was passed to members of the family. We had a good attendance of members. Four new members initiated. A very pleasant time spent in games, interspersed with musical items, and competitions being indulged in. Supper was provided by the members, after which the singing of the National Anthem brought a very enjoyable evening to a close. ARAMOHO. June 12. The President 1 re-’d d. A fair attendance. Mrs II igue Sri hh (President of Wanganui W.C.T l\) gave a very interesting address, which contained some very helpful suggestions re Union work, and impressed upon the members to “aim high" in their daily lives, and work for the Master. A hearty vote of thanks was *hen tendered to the speaker. NELSON. May 3. An interesting meeting. President in the chair. Delegate’s report of Convention was read, and a hearty vote of thanks was passed to Miss Hayes for her splendid report. Decided to invite Mrs Napier to Nelson. Miss McConchie appointed to take account of new members for L.T.L., as two prizes have been offered to children bringing most new members. One neiv member initiated. June 28. Special meeting ot vc ung people. President in the chair. Mrs Napier gave a very interesting address, and urged all present to join

our ranks. Foui new members were initiated, inc luding one >oung man a> an assoc iate member. june 30. A meeting of United Bible Classes was held in the Church of Christ. Mr Dickson in the chair. Mrs Napier gave a tine address. 17 now members were enrolled. July 1. Attendance small, on account of rough weather. Mr* Napier gave a very helpful talk on how to make our meetings a success. Decided to have competitions, trading with 3d, fid, and I*, prizes b'-ing officer! for best articles.