Bulletin of Union News

White Ribbon, Volume 19, Issue 9, 1 October 1947, Page 9

Bulletin of Union News

AUCKLAND DISTRICT Executive Meeting, Sept. 1: The District President, Mrs. Mountjoy, presided, Devotions being led by Mrs. Anstice. Local Unions reported having sent the Resolutions received from the Dominion Ofhcers during the mouth to the Government. The President announced that Mrs. H. Kasj>er was returning by plane that day from her trip to America, where she had attended the World W.C.T.U. Convention. Final arrangements were made for holding the District Convention this month. Most satisfactory report of Maori Hostel work given by Mrs. J. W. Long. Mrs. Joiner reported that Mrs. N. Millar, a devoted member of the Ponsonby Union had passed away during the month. N.C.W. report given by Mrs. Mountjoy. Rcmuera, July 28th and August 25th. Mrs. G. Robinson, Vice-President, presided at both meetings, and she took Devotions at the latter, Mrs. Laird at the former. Pledge recited at both, and Temperance Facts given. Vote of sympathy expresed by standing in silence and prayer, with Mrs. Gibbons, whose husband had passed away. A new member initiated at July meeting, Nfiss McLay carryinp 'his out. Miss McLay also spoke oi her work among the Maoris at Rotorua, etc. Sister Grace spoke at the August meeting. Both closed w-ith Prayer and benediction. Auckland, August 12: Mrs. Long presiding. Good attendance. Mrs. Vail ap,minted to collect Press Cuttings re Crime and Accidents due to drink. Members took ''ollecting cards for the EILn Melville Memori**.. Hall, which is expected to be a helpful amenity for women’s organisations. A donation passed for the Council of Tcmi»erance Education, the fine work of which was mentioned. Mrs. Long reported on the conference of Maori workers held in Auckland to which she had been invited. A hearty vote of thanks was passed to Mrs. Long for her splendid work at the Hostel.

Feptc.iiber 9: Franchise Day, Mrs. Long presiding. Good attendance. Press cutting telling o! the great success of the "Drys" in the U.S.A. Replies received from the Prime Minister and the local M.P. to protests sent fotward. "How the Franchise Was Won” was read. Delegates appointed for District Convention. Devotional talk by Mrs. Douglas on "Objectives in Life.” Warkworth, August 14: Good attendance, including several visitors. Mrs. C. Rope read a paper on "Gambling.” Another paper on the same subject to be given next month and a discussion to follow. Stirring address from Miss E. M. Berg on the work of the British and Foreign Bible Society, which could not be done without the faithful work of every member and collector.

Ponsonby, July 17: Devotions led by Mrs. Christopher. Speaker, Mrs. Mountjoy, District President, interest being shown in a variety of subjects mentioned. Miss Watson was presented with a Long Service Badge on behalf if her mother, who was called to Higher Service m 1943, after 30 years of loyal, faithful service. In replying, Miss Watson recalled memories of days gone by. A "Bring and Buy” yielded £2/14/- as a donation to Headquarters Fund. Pledge and Benediction closed an enjoyable afternoon. August 21: Mrs. Joiner presided and led Devotions. A welcome given from the chair to all present, especially the shaker, Mrs. Hanibly, who gave a helpful message. Pledge anjl Benediction.

Mount Eden, August 5: Miss McLay presided. Reports of District Executive and annual meeting of Council of Teminrance % Education. Interesting address by Mrs. Morcom, on her w-ork as a missionary in India. Mrs. Morcom appointed in place of M iss McLay, who has resigned, as President.

Henderson, July: Mrs. Chadwick presided and led Devotions. Extracts read from' first minute book of the Union, which was formed in 1914. Four of the present members were enrolled at the first meeting, 33 years ago. Kohi-Mission Bay, July 17: Meeting held at the home of Mrs. Miss McLay led Devotions. Mrs. Biddle presided, and Mrs. Phillips acted as Secretary. Cheerful, interesting letter from Mrs. Kasper. Miss McLay spoke of work among the Maoris, asking for

constant prayer by the Union for the success of efforts to check the ravages of alcohol. Miss McLay was warmly thanked for her address, and Mrs. Lediard for her hospitality. August 22: Meeting held at Mrs. L. Ead> s home. Good attendance. Franchise Day observed. Mrs. Machin presided in the absence of the President through illness, and led Devotions. Resolution against drinking m restaurants sent to Executive. Temj»erance Fact given by Mrs. Lediard, who with Mrs. McLaren was aj’{>oiuted delegate to District, Uonvetition. Mrs. Machin sjioke oil "Food Values Without Alcohol.” Letter from ** rc Kasper sent trom the home of Mr. Lee Cowrie, read. Thanks given to Mr«. Machin for address and Mrs. Eady for Hospitality. SOUTH AUCKLAND DISTRICT Cambridge, July 29: Large attendance, Mrs. Kemsley presiding. The sj>ei.ker was Miss Ruby Martin, who told of the life and work of her late mother. This was fitting for Memorial Day. Wires from the Prune Munster and Mrs. H. Rocs, M.P. were received, in reply to Resolution sent forward. A new member welcomed. Secretary re|>orted that three new Unions had been added to the district through the work of Miss C.' M. McLay in organising. Tea anod Benediction. Successful "Bring and Buy." Tauranga, August 5 and September 2: Mrs. Christian presided at both meetings. Devotions led by Mrs. K. Christian and Mrs. Bensley res|>ectivcly. N.C.W. rejiorts given and expression of opinion on important local matter fjiven. Message of sympathy to be sent to District Vice-President, Mrs. Stephenson Craig, in the loss of her 1. -Land, from September meeting. Mrs. Chris'.ian spoke at August meeting on "F'ood Value* and Alcohol." Temjierance Fact. September meeting largely occupied w-ith plans for Convention and Silver Jubilee. Prayer session held as part of Devotions.

TARANAKI DISTRICT New Plymouth, July 30 Memorial Day. Mrs. Stewart s|ioke of the Bible Roll of Honour; also the "White Ribbon" Honour Roll. Miss Drew solicited help for big effort m November to help thv ".Seamen’s Rest.” The speaker was the Re ,*r. Miller. Mrs. Ferry sang sobs and Mrs. Bullock recited. August 27: Miss Matheson welcomed back. Tem|>erance Fact. Mrs. Hurrell refiorted on vnst to Stratford by four members of Union. Some Temperance work begun. Mrs. Stewart, President, gave a short address, quoting several appalling effects of drink. Motion of sympathy in bereavement with Mrs. Wood was passed. Hawera, August 29: Mrs. Page, VicePresident in the chair, also led Devotions, reading a hne extract from “The Challenge.” Several letters of sympathy to be sent. Several communications received from Darrin - ion Corre sending Secretary, an urgent one containing suggested Resolutions to be sent forward being immediately acted ui>on. Members asked to bring contributions of food for parcels to be sent to W.C.T.U.’s in Britain. Tea Hostesses, Mesdames Page and Burton. Prayer and Benediction.

WANGANUI DISTRICT Wanganui East: Good attendances maintained. Mrs. Day, President, very busy inviting young married women to attend. One new member enrolled at last meeting. "W.R." Day observed with a very bright social afternoon. A visit from Mrs. Read with her films was most helpful to young and old alike. A "Bring and Buy" stall is run by Mrs. Walker at each meeting. Wanganui, August and September: Mrs. Buxfield presiding. Attendances fair. Dominion Corresponding Secretary’s letter read and Remits from N.C.W. discussed. Mrs. Voyce apixnr.ted C R. Su|»erintendent. Welcome to Mesdames Voyce, D'Ath, and Easterbrook i a new member). Urgent letter from Mrs. Toomer re protests to be sent to the Government. These have been sent forward ahd a reply has been received from the member, Mr. J. B. Cotterill. Mrs. Goodev was appointed delegate to District Convention. Mrs. Duxtield gave extracts from the N.Z. Alliance annual meeting reiiort. HAWKE’S BAY DISTRICT Dannevirke, August 12: Mrs. Calcott pre sided over satisfactory attendance. Rev. Mr. Sleep led Devotions. Dominion News Letter read. Decided to provide some literature for

Sundav Schools to the end the year, one month's supply being donated at the meeting. Ham alternoou dosed witn praver and tea served by Mrs. Middleton and Miss Thompson.

WELLINGTON DISTRICT Executive Meeting: Miss Jackson presided over meeting held in Methodist Hall, Lower Him, and led Devotious. Letter to be sent to Mrs. Tyler, President oi Carterton Union, who is ill in hospital. Donations were received towards cost ol Temperance Textbooks supplied to Education Hoard. Report ol N.Z. Alliance given by Mrs. Brewer. President gave a very interesting report ol meetings held in Masterton re Trust Control Hill. Two women had been nominated for election to the Trust Hoard, and two had been included in the deputation to the Parliamentary Committee in charge ol the Hill. At all meetings held in Masterton to discuss the llill, only one person had sjiokeu in favour ol drinking in restaurants. Re|*>rts ol work were received trom delegates from most Unions in the District. Mrs. S|«ncer reported a well;attended meeting being held at Upper Hutt when she was the sj>eakrr, and the Helniotit L.T.L. and "Y's" entertained with many items. The "Y” Hranch formed at Hrooklyu by Mrs. Reed is orogresmg very well.

it was decided to send an o|>eii letter to several patients in the Silverstream Hospital who were once W.U.T.U. members. Mrs. Gngg icported an increase in “W.K." subscribers and in the “Y.P. Supplements” supplied to Sunday Schools. A vote of thauks was passed to the entertaining Union.

MARLBOROUGH DISTRICT District Executive, August 21: Quarterly meeting ol Marlborough District Executive held at Wesley Hall; present were Mrs. V. Underhill, in the Chair, Mesdames \V. I. Girling. S. Harris, N. Eorbes, E. Leslie, L. Milgrew, L. Rodger son, and Miss E. Tarrant. The oficiiiiig Devotions were conducted by the President, who chose 15th Romans. As result oi correspondence in regard to State and Trust Control and jthtr measures likely to be decided upon by Parliament, it was resolved to forward protests along the lines suggested. Arrangements made for District Convention. It was intimated that Mist C. McLay would not be available this year. President re|>urtcd on contacts with Picton Union and it was hoped that Ofhcers would be able to arrange to visit the Union shortly. Spring lands. July 15 and August IV: Meetings held at the home ol the President, Mrs. V. Underhill, vho took the chair Two visitors welcomed in July, one being Mrs. A. M. Smith, first President of the Union, who was presented with a dainty spray, and Mrs. Rudd Stir., who was given a sprig ol daphne. Pa|>ers read by Mrs. Cunningham ou Pandita Ramabai, and Mrs. Gascoigne on “The Australia League of Women Voters,” both ol which were cr.joyed. Encouraging words ipokeu by Mrs. Smith and an account of her vork in her own district given. Mrs. Green wrlomed after illness, at the August meeting. Discussion on Licencing questions. Representative anointed for CORSO meeting called by Mayoress. Mrs. Kyles read an article Iron the "War Cry" on the life and work of (ieorge Kail ton. Devotions led by Mrs. Cunningham.

Blenheim, August 5 and September 2: Mrs. Forbes presided at both. Devotions led by Mrs. Adjutant Kearse, with short praver session. Mrs. W. H. Wilson welcomed after illness in hospital. Adjutant Kearse s|m ki on his interesting experiences as a S.A. ofh • cer. He read extracts from an English (■enodical, telling of the rescue of hab.tua! drunkards by the j»ower ot the Holy Spirit. Miss E. Tarrant aptxnnted delegate to District Convention. For Franchise l)av observance. Mrs. Forbes read the pa|wr, “How We Won the Franchise in New Zealand." Benediction.

NORTH CANTERBURY DISTRICT North Brighton, July 15 and August 19: Mrs. Noonan presiding, 7 and 11 members attended and one visitor. "Wines ol Scripture" pamphlet distributed for study. Mrs. Noonan s|>pointed delegate for District Convention. District F.xecutive renort given by President Agreed to ssk members of Executive and Council of Churches to protest

against organised sport on Sundays. Mental Hospital visiting re|«orts given. Prayer meeting also reported on. Letter of sympathy to bereaved niembei to be sent.

Spreydon, August: Small attendance; TernIterance Fact. Retorts given by Su|tenntendents. Mental Hospital visited, afternoon tea and gifts given to patients. Mrs. Horwood gave mspinng aud interesting address on the life oi Jose|4nne Hutler. Tea ami Benediction.

September: Mrs. Ancell presided at both meetings, aud led Devotions. Re|iorts from District Executive re replies to protests; the visiting of sick members; Mental Hospital visiting. Patients at last-named each received gifts of cakes, fruit and a fresh egg. Rev. Sir. Lonsdale, of the Baptist Church, s; -jk"* on the need for earnestness iu Christian living as well as in Temperance work. "Bring and Huv." Riccarton, August 14: Meeting held at President's residence, Mrs. Giiihths (President) oiieuiug meeting with prayer. Good attendance. A visitoi welcomed. Mesdaiwe* Uoumhan and Anderson appointed delegates for District Convention at Temuka. Invitation from St. Peter's Mothers’ Union received and accepted. "Long Service” badge presented to Mrs. Hrigliting for over twenty years’ actual membership. Reports on Mental Hospital visiting, visiting of sick p embers. Literature distributed. "Bring ami Buy" resulted in il/8/J. Mrs. losswell si>oke most interestingly on her trip to the East in IVJ7, splendour and pathos both being felt. Thanks expressed. Benediction. September 11' 16 present. Devotion* led by Mrs. Harris. Pledge and Teni|<eranre Fact. Letters trom Mrs. Toomer, Miss Henderson, and the Prime Minister and Mr. McLagau. Lettei of sympathy to be sent. President lead extracts from a book by W. Fairlie Evans, dealing with dancing in Church halL. Mrs. Newth reau an article from the March "W hite Ribbon” entitled "The Alcoholic Foundation,” and one from the "Star Sun" on "Alcoholics Anouymou* l " The last-named is expected to have organised branches in New Zealand. New Brighton, August 7: Mrs. Edmond presided and led Devotions. Pledge r e-affirmed. Temjiersnce Fact given. Motion of sympathy in the k>ss of one of our members. Mrs. Kill** ap|n>mted d legate to Convention. 14/- collected for District funds. Mrs. F. J. T. (irigg thanked lor interesting talk on Royal Commission, and preitvu.ed with a posy. September 4 President led Devotions. Nominations for Dominion ofhcers taken. fl/8/- collected for Headquarters Fund. Mrs. Edmond thanked for a most mterestig and informative pa|*er on "Women’s Franchise.” Wooiston, August J: 12 members present, lievotions led by President, Mrs. Ramsay. Mrs. Webb appointed Convention delegate. Mrs. Gainsford gave interesting talk on the life of Elizabeth Gaunt, a pioneer missionary, who gave her life for her faith. "Bring and Buy” brought in £l/8/-.

Syd»*nham, August 7: Mrs. Filer Presided and in the absence of Mrs. Davies led Devotions. Inclement weather caused small attendance. Mrs. Woodward appointed Convention delegate. Collection for District Funds. Address on "Tolerance" given by Mrs Pryor. (See "Sjiecial Reports.") Thanks expressed. Closing orayer. Spetember 4: (See Signal Report). I’iwnui, July 16: i>evotious led by Mrs. Elliott. Pledge and Roll Call. Tenqierance Fact. Mrs. Anderson congratulated on her Silver Wedding. Report of Mental Hospital visiting b; Mrs. Hawker. Pajiers read by Mesdames Hodder, Malcolm, Thornton and Tillman, on various aspects of our work “For God, Home and Humanity." "Bring and Buy” stall for "W.R." funds. Benediction an 4 tea. •

Reef ton, July 8 and August 12: Mrs. Thompson presided and lad Devotions at each meeting. Pa|>cr from N.Z. Alliance read at July meeting. Extracts read from "Methodist Times" on the Drink Traffic. Messages sent to two sick members. Sympathy expiessed to Mrs. McElwre in the loss of her husband, and message to sick member in hospital. Prayer offered by Mrs. Thompson for the sick .uid sorrowing. Christchurch. July V: Memorial Day observed by the 'cadmg of Hebrews 11. the Bible Roll of Honour; tributes later being paid to Miss Jane Rolerts and other outstanding pioneers and pas: workers of our Uuion. Miss G. Musgrove uiged the necessity for Band of Hope work. Extracts read from letter from

Miss C. M McLay telling of good enthu.-i----astic work among the Maoris. - July 23: Miss K. Cooke welcomed fr >m Mount Eden Union. Miss Cooke was for many years a Missionary for the China Inland Mission. Interesting letter from Mrs. Toomer, Dominion Secretary, read. Decided that our Interest from the Fanuy t<4f Memorial Fund be in future reserved tor prues in the E*say Competitions.

OTAGO DISTRICT Lawrence, September 4: Fair attendance. Miss Ferguson, President, in !'»• chair. Annual report for District Conic re. k.t read. Protest sent to Prime Minister against allowing liquor to be sold in restaurants snd tearooms. One new member from another Union welcomed. President gave an interesting talk on the "Hinds of Jesus." Port Chalmers. July 16: Seven member* present. Reply received from Prime .Minister re Removal of Liquor Advertising. Alter usual business, articles were read on the live* of Frances Willard, Mrs. Hack -Sander* and Mrs. Peryman. which proved very interesting and helpful.