"Within the Veil"

White Ribbon, Volume 20, Issue 9, 1 October 1948, Page 3

"Within the Veil"

MISS MARY JACKSON, ASHBURTON UNION The Ashburton Union records the passing of one of their most devoted and best-loved members, in the person of Miss Mary Jackson, in her 80th year. She was a member of the Ashburton Union since the time when she first came to the town, 47 years ago. She served the Union in the capacity of President, Vice - President, Superintendent of “Work among Seamen,” and of the “Band of Hope” with the utmost diligence and selfless devotion. During the years she was very rarely absent from a meeting, until compelled by illness to give up. Her work was characterised by vigour and zeal. She never thought anything too difficult to do in the interests of “God, Home and Humanity.” Her love for souls, especially of young j>eople, was the motive of her indefatigable fight against the liquor traffic anc. its attendant evils. We, who gathered at the graveside, had the jov of knowing that she w r as “For ever with the Lord." During her long life she had served Him faithfully and well and has received His “Well done.” We look forward to meeting her “In the morning.” MRS. A. PLATT. HENDERSON UNION The Henderson Union regrets to’ record the recent passing of Mrs. A. Platt at the age of 87. She was a faithful and earnest worker for the Temperance Cause. Mrs. Platt was one of the foundation members when the Union was formed 34 years ago. She was elected President in 1922 and remained in that office for 17 years, when she was compiled to retire through failing health. Although unable to attend the meetings for many years past, she was always keenly interested in our work. Her strong, brave and noble character was an inspiration to all who knew her. She was one of the first pioneers of the district, having lived in Henderson for over 50 years. The love and esteem in which she was held was shown bv the large number who attended the funeral service to pay their last tribute to one w'hose memory will t»e ever honoured.