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April, 1935 COMMITTEE PROMOTEs HOME AND COUNTRY Published quarterly by. The Federated “union's Inn-inm- of Ontario and The Insliluioa arenas Department 0! Agriculturu Ontario EDITORIAL Colxmul: Mn. 3. s Dollotou, Lorne Park. Miss M. V. Powell, Whitby. ' Miss B. McDormund, Supt, Woman. run. lutos, Toronto. Pnovruolax. BoARu or Dxulo'x‘ou: Rummy-u Pruidmtl: Miss B. McIlcrrrnud, Supt, W.I.. Toronto. am. A. E. Walker. Eartonvillo. Pruidsnt: Mrs. R. B. Cauoton. Lorna Park. Executive .- rm. 1*. J. Mconwen. Hilvanon. Mrs. D. 3. Fraser. Port Arthur. Mrs. A. Davis, Laknfluld. Mrs. D. Johnson, Malhewn.‘ M11. 0. Stewart, IIarrowsmitb. Mrs. H. M. Lee. Hygamm. arm n. a. nanny. She burns. Mn. J. E. Mm“, an. 1, Rsnlrow. Director-.- Mn. F Tanner, Vim. an. AI '1‘. McNeil, an. a. Wooden-1m. u... .7, a. sauce Chippewa. Mrs. a. Gear a, Dorcheéter.“ . W. H. mama, We . iii-5.. A. Marsbiill, an. 1, Sault Ste. Marie. . H. M h . Molrosu. M“ I}. Laugedce, RR. 2, Barrio. A. n. Linninzion. an, 1, Paris. J. Youugloo. Wutford.‘ Mill Sadie Russell, Romy River. u... G. Campbell, Georgetown. corrupnmliny, Recording Suntan/funnier: Mrs. W. B. Loni-hordals, Goldwater. _â€"_â€"â€"â€"â€" Oorrupondonce should be addrauwfl to "HOME and COUNTRY" Parliament Buildings, Toronto. Tb's a or in dim-Ibqu through the soure- urielvo Branch Women's Institute. In tho Woman‘l Institute mambo". Mrs. Mrs. Mrs. EDITORIAL COMMENT ROYAL SILVER JUBILEE Greetings to His Majes , Kin George V, will be sent from e_rur women of Canada on the occasron of the celebration of the tymnty-fifth anniversary of his accessron to the British Throne. Through the Dominion Federation of Women’s Institutes a message will convey to His Majesty an expression of the good will and loyalty of 11,900 Institute members in our ‘Dommron, accompanied by sincere Wishes that His Majesty may long be spared _to continue his wise and gracious guid- ance of his peoples. PROGRAMME MAKING In the next two months Women’s Institute members, through the Branch and District Annual meet‘ ings will be evaluating the worth of last year's programmes. This is an important contribution of annual meetings. It is the time to give accur- ate reports which summarize results and are sufliciently analytical to point the Way in future progress. The annual meetings will be much more effective if time is allowed for a discussion after each report. The following tests of a well-built pro- gramme are ofiered: Has your Institute programme a definite purpose? Is the subject matter related? Has it a definite educational and cultural value? Is it original in the adaptation of outside helps and suggestions? Has it been planned to be a con- necting-rod between the interests and needs of the Institute members and thereby elfectively met their needs? Can the individual member feel that her Institute year has been a year of definite accomplishment to her? What has the Institute meant to the individual member? Has it en- riched her life? Has it broadened her vision? Has it helped her to solve her problems as a wrfe, mother, homemaker and citizen? Has it v_en her a foundation on which to mid for the future'l Has it afiected greater haprnony between home and community hie? Has it broadened and enriched community resources for better hv- ing? With discussion kept in line With these tests, a desirable emphasis should be found for tbsprogrammc of next year. The executive or a spe- cial committee should work on the programme examining it from every ang e. It may be wise to collect facts concerning the homes and the com- munity, analyze the situation and de- termine ways of meeting desirable objectives. The methods necessary in such a survey might require the activity of the whole membership. Good plans for making and admin- istering a programme are necessary but good plans are not rigid. An ef- fective (programme is flexible, easrly reshape to meet the needs of each new day. The good programme 15 never completed. It is a growing thing on a firm foundation. Someone has said "There are two types of worthwhile programmes which possess educational and cul- tural value to club members, one such as Home Economics and Mother’s Club programmes, which is intended to help women in their vocational tasks; the other, such as Interna- tional Relations and Music and. Art programmes intended to broaden their mental horizon by providing an op- portunity to become familiar with things outside their daily lives." We believe a combination of these two is what most members wish to have in the Institute programmes. The emphasis will vary according to the social, economic and educational re- sources of the community. We be lieve that eve successful Institute programme have something of information, inspiration and recrea- tion in it. Or we can use another test, balancing education, service and entertainment in good proportions. Interest is created by using a variety of methods in the develop- ment of the programme. Over-war - in the lecture method will result in dul meet-in . We believe in making room for t e participation of more members. The dialogue-forum, panel- discussion, open discussion, skits, and the round table may be used as well as the roll call on well-defined sub- jects. The goal or the objective is the‘first consideration and then the subject matter and methods best suited to the whole develo ment planned. Demonstrations, c ibits, charts and slides can be used effec- tively where all other methods fail. Sometimes activities should be pro- vrded where everyone may learn by . doing. "Education includes all activities by which intelligence is developed, knowledge acquired and character formed.’ John Dewey. MARY WRIGHT A new personality has come to visit “Home and Country" and she says she is going to stay a long time, She has known the Womens Institutes every since their inception. She has stood b_ and watched some courage- ous farures. She has helped build some strong foundations for success- ful adventures in developing better home and community life. At times she vmpes a fine philosophy, but she IS detailrminded and always sees a lot of little ways of building. In fact she gets so involved with the sma er units of the work that we wonder if she sees the essentials. That quality makes her irritating at times. _How_ever, her sound judg- ment, sxncerity, and thoroughness make her a fine person to have around. She loves to give advice, but she never nags. We cannot keep her quiet _so she has a column on the back of this paper and will continue her contributions in future issues. Her name is Mary Wright. COMMUNITY PLAYS DEVELOP FINE SPIRIT Many Institute Programmes Include Dramatics atics as s unsored by some of ouEmVIIbmen’s InIsItitutes have develâ€" oped both old and young. .Cnrefully chosen plays and players with under- standing coaches or leaders have p10- duced excellent results. Reports reâ€" veal that the "play" is an excellent way to help youn people to feel at ease before the pu he; purse has been acquired. Mind and_body have_ reâ€" sponded to the training provided, better community spirit has been created and participants have come to know and understand each other better. Team work is encouraged, and is essential in successful acting. One must not only take his own part seriously, but must help to make the parts of others live: 0 loyalty re- sults and character is developed. Grace of movement has been gained, articipants have become less shy and3 awkward, and definite un- provement in manners, culture and social usages have resulted. Friendships have been formed and unselfishness has fuller Significance for all, for the selfish actor cannot be a convincing actor, he must forget self in order to portray another. Speech Improved The development of the speaking voice accompanied by greater clarity of 5 each has been noticed. Greater free om in and use of better and larger vocabulary has developed. Memory has been cultivated. Assur- ance has come to us that those taking part in plays have definitely benefit- ted. Not the least of the benefits of the “drama” has been the fostering of a love for good literature. One re- port says, ‘We try to choose good plays that foster a love for good literature and find our young people do like the better class in our own productions and in ‘talkie’ on the screen.” Plays have been put on by Insti- tutes for purely recreational pur- poses, for entertainment, to develop local talent and to raise funds for community interests. The story of the drama quickens the imagination, builds personality, enriches the character with unselfish- ness, tolerance and consideration for others. It develo s assurance, grace and poise. Frien ships are acquired. Hays give young people confidence in _themselves. There is no doubt that this feature of work will develop in men “and women greater love for mankind, and greater appreciation of the realities of life. Names of some successful plays adapted to Women's Institutes’ use are: “The Brown Mouse,” "Our Aunt from California," "Barbara," "Enter Doraâ€"Exit Dad,” "The Goose Hangs High,” “Brown-eyed Betty," "The Man Who Left the Farm," "Path Across'the Hill,” “Dust of the North.” (Contributed by Miss M. V. Powell). PEACE EDUCATION Institutes May Study lam-“maul Relations “This new committee." says M“ John Houck, Chippewa, the provin: cial convener,.“was formed with the hope of meeting melting-felt Med throughout the provmce of some definite educational work, chiefly along the hues of peace and other subjects of interest to )vomen regard. ing international relations." In outlining her plans for the func. tion of this committee, Mrs. Houck makes it clear that this committea does not wish to dictate public opin. ion. Its aim is solely‘to present to each Women’s Institute district throughout the provmce references which may be used tp_help woman formulate their own opinions as to the right and wrong of this great sub. ject. Are you an absolute acilistl Is disarmament the way 0 peace! To what extent is the profit of war connected with the dangers of war? Each Women's Institute interested in this subject should appoint its own branch convener who should geg in touch with as many sources at information as possible. The rosin. cial committee, headed by Mrs. ouckI is encouraging the study of the ma- terial of The League of Nation: Society. Because of the large num- ber of subjects covered by this mater- ial, the study of the problems of in. ternational peace might very well be emphasized for the coming year. District executives are urged to use the subject matter which will be presented to them before their dis- trict annual meeting and to appoint in each district a convener vitally interested in this work who will get in touch with every branch in the district in the promotion of peace education. C O O O The Les e of Nations literature may be 0 tained from Miss A. A. Chown, League of Nations Society. 43 St. George St., Toronto. Any Insti- tute payin membership fee ($1.00) to MISS dith Wilson, 533 Sher- bourne $t., Toronto, is entitled to the publications issued by the Society. A limited number of articles on Peace and International Relation- ships may be secured through the Loan Collection of the Women’s In- stitutes Branch, Parliament Build- ings, Toronto. Branch conveners who give month- ly reports will find diligent examina- tion of the daily press necessary. Special magazines such as "Current History" (published by New York Times) and an authoritative refer- ence on modern European history should be extremely helpful. Insti- tutes prepared to take up the work of this standing committee cannot help but promote intelligent thinking in their community.â€"Editors. Standing Committees Initiate Programme On Citizenship Nine standin committees assist the Federated omen‘s Institutes to carry on work related to their duties as citizens. The provincial appoint- ments for the year 1934â€"35 are: Mrs. J. M. Abbott, Erin, Convener of Ed- ucation; Mrs. A. D. Whidden, Devlin, Health and Child Welfare; Mrs. W. W. Redden, Tamworth, A ‘culture and Canadian Industries; rs. J. K. Kelly, Almonte, Home Economics; Mrs. If. Craven, New Liskeard Canadramzation; Mrs. W. C. Hug: gert'yl J12, Cherr Valley, Community Activities and elief; Miss E. Ap- pelbicajl Georgetown, Historical Re» scar and Current Events; Miss Jean Ross, Lucan, Legislation; and Mrs. J. E. Houck, Chippewa, Peace Educa- tion and International Relationships. These rovincial conveners head the standing committees. Each con- vention area has an area convene: for each of the standin committees- This Is also true of the istricts. Each branch may or may not or- ganize every standing committee which is recognized provincial]! Branches should organize the comâ€" mittees capable of giving good ser- vrce in their community and then 558 that they function. Many Institutes do not need all the standing committees. Do not feel. It 15 good business to have an inactive committee on the records. Interest and need may shift from one com- mittee to another.