News of the Unions.

White Ribbon, Volume 32, Issue 369, 18 March 1926, Page 11

News of the Unions.

I'LEASB NOTE! Every l T nion .should report. Reports must be short. Must lx* in by Bth of month. Pon t report what you are Kointf to do. Pon t send newspaper reports of your meetings. LOWER HUTT. Feb. 21th. 20 niembeni present. The fur Mothers, held February 12th Mrs Fret bey's residence, was well Hti«led < onsidering the wet day; 20 mothers t U children being present. A very la.'or.t afternoon was spent, and the rollon was 30/-. As it was Willard Day. t> Aldersley and Mrs Rullantynu nave us few outstanding incidents in Frances |1 lard's life, which were both enlightening jd instructing. Decided to hold a Street on March ilth. to augment our working Ldi. A nil lection was taken up. After»n ten was served. WHANGAREI. fflebrated Willard Day at residence of bLovait, 20 members and friends present, ji Good all (Pres.) gave an Interesting Ll.ng on Life and Death of Frances Wilm. Collection 17/-, towards Willard itiiorial Fund. Parcel to Mrs Lee-Cowle ( All Nations’ lta7.aar. KAETIHI. Mar. f»th. Mrs Sandford, President, in the sir; good attendance of members. Brief |ort from Area Council meeting by the Itretary. An Kiteresting reading on the life I Frances Willard was giver b> Mrs God by. 1 Donnelly, the District Organiser of the l ime, was present, to propound a scheme k-vbj tin* ladies of Ohakutu* and Itgataua might be conferred with, tin* Kt of which is to link them up with k Kaetihi branch of the W.C.T.U., also k formation of L.T.L. in their District, it plan met with approval. One new Fiber was enrolled. The Secretary (Mrs Non) resigned her position on account of ■novai from the district. Mrs God by was Ned Secretary (pro. tern.) Afternoon M served. TAKAPUNA. pc. f.th. The annual meeting. Mrs PenK presiding. Fair attendance, and the went officers gave their reports on the sr s work. Officers elected :—Mrs Penning, Nf esd&mes Mills anil Lew ins, "e-Pri-snlents; Mrs Lew is, Secretary; Miss iilK. Treasurer; Mrs \\ instone, (’rutile ltoll i ; , ’ , ri!U. udent ; Mrs McL(*od, W.R. Reporter; P Morgan. WR. Agent. Mrs Full James ( ' an interesting talk on her work among I Maoris, and told how anxious they were M*cuine members of til** W.C.T.I’. —Very P*le news.—(Ed. W.R.) IP eh. uti,. The Cradle Roll picnic was f‘‘l in tin* grounds of the Bapt'st Chuivh. Idford. Tea was served in the new Bible a. and Mrs Penning addressed tiie fliers and asked them to he sure and M their children in the Temperance f 1 ***. and see that they went to a Sunday f*»ool. Mrs Rofier sang, and a very happy P 1 ** was spent by ail. Mar. (th. A very good meeting, Mrs rnning presiding. A vote of sympathy was r'**<l to one of our Vice-Presidents, Mrs r» : ns, who has sustained a very sad P*av«nfciu in the death of her son. A prekr at. o n was made to Miss Rush brook, our ! ‘ r! n* Secretary, who had held that posir n for six years. Our President gave •» r’’ little aildress, and afternoon tea was r ?d.

NEW BRIGHTON. Feb. 18t-h. A well-atteoded meeting, Mrs H. Hall presided. Mrs Good, Cradle Roll Superintendent, will speak on Cradle Roll work at the Superintendents’ of Departments meeting In April. The delegates to Convention, Mesdaines H. Hall and M, Moses. Sick Visiting Committee for the year. Mesdames H. Mclllroy and Gibson. A donation of 10 dozen cakes was promised for tin Convention Garden Party. The Treasurer's Annual Report was read ami received. A hearty vote of thanks was aecorded the retiring Treasurer, also the honorary Auditor. An excellent paper on the life of Frances Willard was written by Miss Harhand, M.A., ami was read by several of the members. This was most miteresting, and a vote of thanks was accorded Miss Harband. Collection, 10/3. LEIGH. .lan. 14th. The Crude Roll Annual Picnic was held on Mr Gozur’s beautiful beach. The weather was perfect. There were a large number of visitors present, who helped to make the function a success by Joining In the games and helping with the races. After a sumptuous tea, the prizes were given out. the tiny tots being particularly pleased with theirs. The President, Mrs Grigg, gave a short summary of the woik done by the Union during the post year. The singing of "Auld Igiiig Syne” concluded a most enjoyable day. Jan. 28th. Qood attendance. Two visitors present. Correspondence read from M Jor Gordon and Mrs Bendely. Resolved thut members at future meetings should take it in turn to read papers. Next meeting at Mrs Maiheson’s to be a Pay-Up Social. Mrs Grigg read an article re "Women Police,” which was afterwards discussed. GERALDINE. Feb. 7th. Mrs Neutze presided at opening meeting for 1928. Suggestions were read for practical work, and decided to hold a Garden Party and Sale of Work at Mrs Coombe’s residence, "The Pines,” Traldine, on March 9th. Most of the proceeds to go to Will aid Orphanage, Palmerston North. Miss Patuch, delegate to Convention. Mrs Cowie sang a solo, and afternoon tea dispensed. HAWERA. Feb. 2tith. Willard Day was observed by a Garden Party, held at the residenee of Mr and Mrs Correy, Glover Road; a large number being present. A short time was given to business, Mrs Exley, presiding. Mrs J. 8. Young gave a very Interesting talk on the life of Frances Willard; all present being impressed by the devotion of her life to the people who were degraded by the evils of strong drink. A very good collection was taken up on behalf of the Willard Home in Palmerston North. One new member was enrolled. A very dainty afternoon ten was served. A very hearty vote of thanks was proposed by Mrs Curtis to Mrs Correy and her daughters for their kindness shown to the visitors. Mar. 6h. A Shop Day, held to provide funds for delegate’s expenses to (’onvention. Tin* shop was in charge of Mesdaines Exley, Curtis, Hayward, Hill and Miss Kelly, all of whom were kept busy selling the goods which were kindly brought in by friends during the day. The last article was disposed of about five o’clock. ELTHAM. Mar. sth. Members and friends of the Kthain W.c.T.U. gathered in good numbers in the Methodist Schoolroom. In order to show their appreciation of Mrs Stunners, who for the past twenty-five years has filled the oosition of President of this branch. Tliis took the form of a presentation to her of a handsome silver rose-bowl, suitably inscribed, and a Doulton jam -dish. In the absence of Mrs Morrison, our new President, the above gifts were handed to Mrs St.timers by Mrs Birkett, Secretary. In so doing, the speaker paid a high tribute to Mrs Stumer's untirixg zeal in the cause of temperance, an«l to the esteem in which she is held by all. After Mrs Stunners had i ppropriately responded, a pleasant social hoar was spent, In the course of which afternoon ten was served, and two songs were contributed by Mrs Rankin, which were much appreciated.

RICCARTON. Feb. 19th. Opening meeting for the year; attendance good. Convention matters discussed and arranged. Mrs Barred appointed delegate to Convention. Resolved to send a letter of congratulation to Miss Rue Burrell, on gaming second Prize in Essay Competition. Arranged to hold Bring and Huy afternoon at our next meeting. Mrs T. I*2. Taylor gave an inspiring address. INVERCARGILL NORTH. Feb. 16th. Good attendance; a contingent of visitors arriving from the Central and South Unions. After the usual business Mrs. Hopkirk addressed a few words from the chair re he new membership campaign. She stressed the fact that the N. Union had lost quite a number of members by removals, illness and other causes and urged thorn* present to do their best to fill up the gaps in the ranks by trying to gain new members. She expressed the hope that every - member present would enter upon the Campaign heartily and try and gain, at least, one new member each during the year. Mrs Homes to represent the Union at Convention. Mrs. Gilniour read a very interesting paper on Frances Willard. Hongs rendered by Mrs Gilinour and Miss Landskail were much appreciated. Afternoon teu was banded round. OTAHUHU. March 4th. First meeting took the form of a Social Afternoon. Staigs by Mrs MeFur lane and Mrs. Christena, also u Moiuillogin* l>y Miss M< Farlane. Miss McLay kindly came from Auckland to speak to us. She gave us tiie life of Frances Willard, which was most interesting. After Miss McLay had finished our President, Mrs. Greenwood had the pleasure of inviting three new members, then afternoon tea was handed round. This brought a very pleasant afternoon to a close. GORE. Feb. 23rd. The first meeting of the year was held at the Baptist Church at which the usual business was attended to. It was decided to send two delegates, Mesdtunes T. Stevenson and D. Macaakill to Convention. The President read ft helpful and interesting paper on "Eugenics” byMrs Boyle, M.A., of Wanganui. TINWALD. Feb. 10. Mrs. Robinson presided. Fair attendance. Vote of sympathy was passed to the relations of the late Mrs. Bowman and the late Mr. Page who lost his life in the recent fire. A Syllabus was drawn up for the year’s work. Mrs Hlglit was appointed White Ribbon Agent. Mrs Watson delegate to Convention. A resolution was passed asking that the old Wall Sheets in the School be ret-ised am! simplified. MARTON. Mrs. Mclvor presided over a good attendance. Miss Bradshaw was introduced, and spoke of the great needs of educating the young people, and getting thorn along to evening meetings. Decided to hold a Young People's Rally 3rd week In March. Thunks were then given to speaker for her address. TURAKINA. March 3rd. At the Turakina Maori Girls’ College Miss Benflll presided over an excellent attendance. Miss Bradshaw, organiser, was present and gave an address >n the "Need of work amongst the Young People." AUCKLAND UNION. March 2nd. Opening meeting of the year. Mrs. Cook presided. Miss Paul gave a cheering New Year message to members based (n the promise I will neve- leave thee nor forsake thee. Delegate* were appointed to the Alliance Convention. Miss I’ulJames reported that a new- Maori -.ton had been formed at Frank ton and news lias been received by Radio to her of a large and enthusiastic Union at Nuie Island. She reported that 200 garments had been sent to Maori children at Xmas time. A further appeal for clothes had come from the far North. A graphic account of the work carried on under the auspicies of the Presbyterian Church in the Urewera Dis-

t riot was given by Miss Dineen. Mrs. Henderson wl.o proposed the vote of thanks said her grandfather. Rev. C. Baker, was one of the earliest Missionaries among the Maoris. Mesdanies Cook, Taylor and iJowltng were appointed Delegates to Convention. A new member was initiated.

INVERCARGILL CENTRAL. Feb. 9th. First meeting of year. Good attendance, presided over by newly elected president, Mrs. Walker, who wns chosen to represent us at the Convention. A Syllabus for 1926 wus adopted a copy of same to be sent to each member. Decided to enter into the Membership Campaign between the Unions of this District. Reports of the Annual Temperance Essay Competition stated that the essays received had been very' satisfactory. The retiring officers' were thanked for their valuable services and the new ones welcomed. Afternoon tea served. DUNEDIN CENTRAL. Mar. 2nd. Fair attendance. Decided to have a Street Stall on Tuesday. March 30th. for sale of produce, etc., in aid of contribution to Organising Fund. Committee to arrange this Mesdames Hutton (Convenor); Duff, Duncan, Downing, Blakely. Wriglit and Twose. A letter of remonstrance to be se.it to Minister of Interna! Affairs re continued granting of Art Union permits for large prises. A remit to Dominion Convention on tlie same subject to be prepared a* well. Mrs Downing reported having called the attention of the Nurse in charge of the Rublic Health Departments Exhibit to the absence of any reference to alcohol as a factor in the spread of disease, and one of the main contributing causes in mental deficiency ,and sub-normality in childhood. It was decided that Mrs Downing should write to the Health Department pointing out this omission and referring to the strong statements on the subject contained In Education Report. 13. The delegates to Convention are Mrs Hiett (District President); Mesdames Duff and Matthewson and Miss Alice Webb Mrs Didham. Evangelistic Huperintendent, suggested that as it was not faund possible to continue the evening prayer meetings held prior to the Election, the first ciuarterly meeting shall begin by a short prayer meeting to bring the work definitev before God. This was agreed to. and the tlrst of the quarterly prayer meetings wan held. The Creche reported that 1 550 babies had been received in the flrteen weeks *. work, and all is going well.

ASHBURT* >N. Miir. 2nd. Mrs W. H. Robinson presided over a fair attendance. A letter of sympathy was directed to he sent to Miss Kennedy and relatives in the loss of ft devoted mother. Also. to members in sickness. The notices of motion to be brought before Convention were oonsdtred. and the delegates InstruKed how to Mrs J Moore reported on the presentation or a purse eontaining a sum of money, to Mrs W R Mackesv, in reeognJtlon of the very effective work done by her during the recent Campaign. Mrs Mackesy suitably replied. A report of the Street Stall, Held on February 26th. wus received, but was incomplete. A very hearty vote of thanks was accorded members and friends who had so lilnmllv responded to the appeal mado. and also to the workers, for the surcesa which crowned their efforts. Decided to donate the sum of £7 10s. to the New Zealand Organising Fund, and i- to the Funds of the South Canterbury District Union Mrs \V. G. Gallagher gave a graphic description of the Exhihiton Creche, run by the members of the Dunedin Union, which is proving a great success Mrs Ensign I mtt was present, and delivered a very impressive and helpful address on "God s Eagles, baaing her remarks on "As the eagle stlrreth up her nest” —Dcut 32. 11 and - The President warmly congratulated the local Salvation Army Corps, on winning the prze given for the best kept Quarters In the South Island Id vision, and the noble spirit displayed in purchasing a chair with the money for the free use of those in need

RANOIORA. Feb J6th Monthly meeting; Mrs Tliwattes presided over a fair attendance. Mrs H Denies appointed delegate to Convention. A donation of £1 5s was voted towards

Convention expenses .and it wiaa decided that no meeting should be held In March, but that as many of the members as jioasihie should attend the Convention. SEFTON. Feb. 26th. Fir.-jt meeting for 1926; Mrs Thorne presided over a good attendance. Decided to send box of home-made cakes to Convention Garden Party, also to forward to WillArd Home any suitable clothing from the Philanthropic Cloihing Box. Collection at next monthly meeting to be sent to Willard Home Building Fund. On the lines of Scientific Temperance Instruction, an article was "ead on "Is Alcohol a Food.” Mrs Thom*; was appointed delegate to Convent! a WANGANUI CENTRAL Mar. 4th. Goot 1 attendance. Apologies were tnauc for members who are sick and absent through sickness. Letters of syrnpahty to be sent to members who have lost relatives. Correspondence was read from Miss Henderson, and a report wus given of tin* Children's Creche In the Dunedin Exhibition. Mrs Bathgate read a report of the No-License Council, held In Wanganui In February. Mr* Davis was elected delegate to Convention. Mrs Irwin read an Interest. Ing paper on the Life of Frances Willard; a collection of 14s. was taken up for Missionary Fund- A report was read on the proposed tour of Sir N. 8. Lunn. in the interest of the League of Nations. RAWENE. Feb. 24th. First meeting of year; a fair number present. A most enjoyable time. Sorry to any that the ('roquet Green proved fao alluring for some of our members. Borne others, however, real heroines .withstood the temptation, and came to the meeting for which they were amply repaid. The lecturette on the Life of Frames Willard promised by oui Librarian, Mrs Johnson, proved so Interesting that a proposal was made to continue same at our next meeting. The retiring officers of our L'niou were unanimously elected for the New Year, with the addition of Mrs Johnson as Librarian and White Ribbon Agent, Urs Ashworth us Press Reporter. A collect lo i was taken for the Frances Wllard Fund. The next meeting will he held at the residence of Mm Bowden, on March 17th. HAMILTON. Mar. 3ml. First meeting for 1926; Mrs Jones presided over an attendance of 15 ladien. A fair amount of business was dealt with, and each department of work promises well for tins >**ai. Mrs Bryou, lat** of the PoiuNxnby Fnion. was received bytransfer, ond one new member was initiated at the close of the meeting WAVERLEY Mar. Mrs Barrow presiding; twelve members were present. Prayer. Attendants Rest Room for month, Mrs Master, Miss Grantham. Mrs Barrow. Mrs T Imvls. Girls' Ciuh re-opened Thursday. 4th After routine business .a social afternoon was m*• it in honour of Miia Hunter, who is shortly to be married. In presenting Miss Hunter with a Doulton cake-dish in silverstand. Mrs Barrow said that Miss Hunter had been a member ever since the Union started in Wnverley, and had always taken a ke*»n interest In all the branches of the work. Hunter would carry with her the most heartfelt wishes of all the members for her happiness in her new life Miss Hunter. In a neat little speech, thanked all for their token of goodwill. The singli.«r of "For she’s a Jolly (»ood Fellow,” and afternoon tea ended a pleasant little function. SUMNER. Mar. 3rd. "Willard Day” was observed by our Union, and a collection tAken for the World Fund. Syllabus for this year’s meetings was revised. and waa considered a very attractive one. Four ladles offered hospitality to Convention delegates, and three others gave generous donations to that fund. Mrs Fyfe Slater wns elected Corresponding Secretary, Mrs Flt2-Henry having resigned. Mrs McCombs read a very' fine paper on the life and work of Frances Willard. Afternoon tea dispens'd Arrangements were made to hold ft "Mother’ll and Babies* Day” in a garden, for our meeting

on April 7th, and a hearty vote of th&nki inaased to the lady who is so kindly maki£| this possible. It. was agreed to nominau three ladies for the School Committee, ami to work for their election. N.E. VALLEY. Feb. 26th. There was a fair attendance presided over by Mrs Peart. Apologia wer» received from Mesdames Miller ami Sender* Mrs Banders was appointed delegate to tb*(Jonventiun. Mias Burls gave an interesting and instructive address on “The ScWntifl aspect of Bocial Reform.” The Treasurer reported the handsome balance of £4r* u* Id. PLEASANT POINT. Meeting resolved to send greetings to y Union, ToUira Valley. Re-election of officers with an additional Vice-President, ala, agreed to have an aftrnoon for collecting clothing for Willard Home In June Agreed to hold L.T.L. on Friday evenings, 6.45 p m., for month or two. MiHses liastead and NHlsoji responsible for leadership. Decided to write to 11. -ad TwchM’, Opiht, w ,t>. reference to temperance teaching on the same lines as LT.L. Members wore rr minded that books and used magazines *>r» required for “the Sailor’s Rest." Timaru Decided to send delegate to Convention. «!<*> letter of sympathy to Mrs Norrie, in hr prolonged indisposition. MARTERTUN. Mar. 4 th. Mrs Cocker presided. \lr> Malcolm McGregor appointed to take chargr of “Scattered Members” Department. Yob of sympathy passed to Mrs Miller. Th*Secretary asked to write to Mrs I*on, ex pressing appreciation of her work A beautiful paper entitled “Personal Service ir. the Home" was read by Mrs Weynioutl Decided that next meeting be held in the Y MO. A., and take the form of an At Home. The subject of the adylaabllty of allowing darning in connection with young People’s Ik-partment thoroughly discussed derided as a Union to oppose the introdii Hon of dancing. SOUTH WELLINGTON Feb. tilth. Adjourned meeting; not » good attendance, hut some important bus n«*s* was done It was arranged to obsem Willard Day on March 4th. Superintendent* were apj*olnted:—Vice-Presidents. Mesdaniw Keene and Evans; Evangelistic Supt . M' Murray; Press. Mrs Evans; Cradle Roll. Mr* Logan; Flower Missiou. M*ss lloxall; Iio’" Meetings. Mrs Henderson; Pence und Ar 1 trutiou, Mrs Evans; Railway Boxes, MrBralley; Hospital Visitor. Mrs Keene; S'uttered Members, Mrs Chisholm; Tea Committee, Mrs Bott; Notable iHiys, Mrs Row* White Ribbon Agent, appointment held over till next meeting. Mesdames Hirst an. Keene appointed delegates to Convention. Decided to ask for the services' of th’’ W.C.T.U. Organiser (Miss Bradshaw » forth* Wellington City and Suburbs for din tb after the Annual Convention. The appoint ment of a Superintendent for the Y’s postponed till next meeting to act in the meantime.

Feb. 22nd. A most enjoyable function at the home of Mr and Mrs Keene, Derwent Street. A (kirden Party for the purpose o: augmenting funds of the Union. Thf Mayoress, Mis Norwood, opened the function hy a happy little speech in which she si»ok*of the good work done by the W.C.T.U’ . nmi expressed the hope that a largo sum would bo raised that afternoon. She complimented the Union on tho happy position they were in through having so small an amount ow*.ig on their building in Constable Street. Mrs Johnston Wright, who SCtsd as I ■ with Mrs Keene, heartily tnauked the Mayoress for her kindness in coming t (l open the Garden Party, and presented L‘‘ r with a dainty posy on behalf of the Union. A capable little orchestra contributed greatb to tho entertainment of the guests, w*' l *" considerable amusement wraa caused by •'butterfly” hunt, organised by two of t, ‘*' members of the ”Y.” Union, in which { ' object was to find the paper ”butterfl'« iJ secreted among the shrubs and flower* around the lawn. The prize for the largest number found, fifty, was won by M ,s f Rebecca Pearson, and the “Consolation prize by the President of the Petone Union Aftemootfi tea. Ice cream, and fruit sula

~.ri' served on thp shady verandah and the w rra«e fronting the house Before the ath'Ti'.ig dispersed, hearty votee of thanks r er»' passed to the Mayors**, to the orchestra ,h<> had given their services free, to Mr an<l Xr.i Keen for the generous way in which ,he> had thrown their house and grounds open for the function, and to all who had •piped to make the afternoon so nucceunful. The attendance wan very satisfactory, and the .small stalls for produce and r-Rkes and :or needlework, were all cleared during the iftemnon. The proceedings were terminated tin* National Anthmu. RAKAIA Feb. 11th. The Presldw.it, Mrs Hoag. pro. .(led; good attendance. Letters were re eived from the Secretary of the New inland Uf.t'.T.U. t and from Mrs I>on, urging the necßsity of obtaining new* members and v reising the circulation of the “White Ribbon." Report* of recent meetings of the »utli Canterbury (Executive were read by Mrs Hop wood. Decided to hold uo meeting n March, as the W.C.T.U. Convention would then be sitting in Christchurch, Agreed to old i “Bring and Buy" afternoon In April, na d Tlmaru Executive Fund. Mrs Hop*ood was appointed delegate to the Conentunu tl was donated to the Now Zetland Treasury Fund. WELLI NGT< »N CENTRAL. Feb. 17th. First meeting of the year, ,rin attendance. “Willard Home” Gift Afternoon, and numerous panels and donations handed in. An old member and one a I nyisfer w*elcoined. Report from the c|elgat**s, Mrs .T, C. Anderson and Mrs Mellow an on the R*»st Rooms of the City. Various suggestions had been made to the city Engineer, and had been ns*eived with (treat c.ourtes>. A table for the Majiners Ktr* • t Rest Room; also w aste paper baskets, ork linoleum for the floor, a container for hciuiil soap over the hand basin, and a uniform for the attendant. The Courtenay H!h< e rest room, also one for the North end of the City are to he considered by the City Engineer. The repjrt from the dominion Settlement Conference stated that there was work for Cue Union In the meeting a*nd after care of linmgmr* Girls and Women. A letter is to he sent to the Hon. Edward Sew man, M.L.C., C.M.G., asking if the Union an in any way assist the Flock House settlement. Mlhh Kirk and Mrs Anderson were appointed delegates to the Convention. A r» j>ort of h meeting culled by the Mayoress re a presentation 10 Lady Htont ,wos given, the members enthusiastically contributing their share to the Fund to honour Lady stout, the Pioneer of many of the Women's Movements.. NORMANBY. Feb 10th Home meeting, held at the residence of Mrs Ballaiitinc. Mrs Hoott presided; good attendance of member*. Two new members enrolled. Motion of sympathy with Mrs Harrison in the loss of her little <on, was passed. Mrs Bevan elected delegate to the Convention. Decided our Union support the following nominations: —Tominion President, Mrs T. E. Taylm*; Cor. Sec.. Miss Henderson; Rec. Bec., Mrs W. A. Evans; Treasurer. Mrs Bendely. Great appreciation was shown of the good work done In the past by these officers. For the pleasant afternoon and dainty tea supplied by our iio>-tf>as, Mrs Ballantine, a hearty vote of thanks was accorded. STRATFORD. Feb. 19tli. Nine persons present; the President. Mrs Phillips, was In the chair. Reported that gifts had been sent to Public Hospital at Xmas. All persons present promised to spend a portion of each day to plead with God that the hearts of those ntereated In the Drink Traffic might be so '-hanged by the power of God s Holy Hplilt. that they might be brought to i*>e the evil of it ami give it up. GREYTOWN. 1 eh. Miss Oates presiding; eight inenil»*'i , present. Resolved to hold Cake Htall on 26th in aid of our fund. A letter of sympathy to he written tc Mrs Gray, one of our members who is 111 In hospital. Mrs AV. \| Alien promised to provide Educational paper* for next meeting Mrs Allan and Mihs York seek Visitors for March and April.

LINCOLN ANI> SPRINUfITON. Feb. 16th. Annual meeting whu presided over by Mrs J. W. Klme. All the office bearers were re-elected. The minutes of lart Aumuvl Meeting were read and continued. Treasurer reported that finances were in satisfactory rendition. Seventeen members present, one new one joined. Members rcnewed their pledges. Announced that New Zealand Convention would be held In Christchurch In March, and delegates arranged for This being the 3rd Anniversary o» our Branch of the W.C.T.U, our President brought a beautiful Birthday rake with three randies. The meeting took the form ft? a social afternoon, with tea, chat, and a competition for the young folk. New Year greetings were rend from our District President. TIM A HI Feb. 23rd. Mrs Trctt presided. Arrange' inents made for Cradle Roll picnic on March 20th, and Annual Pay Up social on March 30th. Interesting hospital report received. &&1 lorn Entertainment Committee formed for the month. Mr Woodward reported five overseas boats for month; 108 visitors paying abdut 324 visits. Two Hunday services were held, and <m*- Sunday tea and two social evenings were given A new member was initlatod. WAIPUKUKAI . Feb 17th. First meeting of the year held on Frances Willard Day, a special Invitation had been ox tended to young people. A good attendance. Our President was unanimously elected as delegate to Convention. Decided to hold a "Shop” at an early date to pro tide the necessary funds. After the business had been finished, there followed a social evening, and a pleasant time was spent with competitions auu musical Items. .Supper was served, und meeting closed by singing the Temperance Poxolog>. NEW PLYMOUTH. Feb, 17th. Fiances Willard Day observed; a very interesting and Instructive address was given by Miss Drew, M.A. Much appreciated musical items were rendered. Afternoon tea dispensed. The speaker was accorded a very hearty vote of thanks. Feb. 24th Mrs X. Jones presided. TinLegal and Parliamentary report presented by Mrs Braali was considered very satis factory, and showed that some progress had been made hi W.C.T.U. measures proffered to Parliament. A very acceptable offer was made by the Oor. Bcm-., Mrs t'ralg. to form a Band of Hope for the benefit of the young l>eople. A resolution was passed, to be forwarded to the Borough Council, requesting that the ”81ot Chocolate Machines” Inclosed on Kundav afternoons, as so many Sunday School scholars were using tinmoney In this direction, which was Rivon them for the Sunday School collections. Donation of £2 for Sailor's Rest Fund. RAI VALLEY Feb. 17tli. At Mrs Woodward's residence, to commemorate Frames 'Willard's Day. An enjoyable and beneficial meeting was held. 3 new mem bora were initiated. Mrs M oodward appointed delegate to Convention Mrs Woodward tqsike of the an Teasing menace of Art Unions and other forms of gambling. and there followed an animated die .-uKslmi on the evils which surround us. and the ways In which we might combat them in our district. A resolution was pa seed—" That the Secretary be Instructed to write to Salvation Army Headquarters, usk ing them to appoint an officer to visit this distret periodically. In the hop.- that much niav be .lone for the saving of souls.” The reading of the Ulofiig Service .arranged by Frances E. Willard, ended the meeting. Afternoon tea served. BIRKENHEAD Feb. 9th. Cradle Roll Picnic at Zion Hill; childnm had games on the Church grounds. Mothers and friends s|»ent a pleas* it afternoon In the Schoolroom. Mrs .Tory' gave them a little talk, and four babies were added to the roll. The children came in for refreshments, and there were'hooks for tour of the girls, who will pass Into the Band of Hope Feb. 18th. Mrs Jon’ presided: Miss Carter W'as elected Secretary. Decided to ask tot a Proxy at Convention. Decided to hold Drawing room meeting even other month, and that the Hostess should Invite her neighbour*. The March meetmg to be held