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J “13'. 1935 2 I HOME AND COUNTRY MARY WRIGHT HOME AN D COUNTRY Publinhaiivaulnerly by_ The Parlor-ted omcn'l Imlltulu 0! Ontario and The rumm- Branch Denim-em cl ,AKncuItuu Ontario EDITORIAL (loam-nu: Mrs. R. s Oollown, Lorna Park. in” M. v. Powell. Whitby. Hill 13. McDamand, Sunl., Woman's Xanl~ tulel, Toronto. PROVINCIAL BOARD or Dmlo'rall: nomyorv Pruldsnt Min B. Mchrmsnd, Supt, W.I., Toronto. Mn. A. E. Wniim, Elmnvilla. Pmtimi: Mu. n. a. Cullnton. Lam. Park. Ezecultuc: Mrs. 'r. .1. McDowell, Milvonon. Mu. . a. Fraser, rm Arthur. it", . Davis. Lskefleld. . Johnlon, Mllheann._ . szewm. nmawnmuh. . M. Lee, High m. i. Bullny. Hho hum. l. mu", an, 1, Mali-w. Bhutan: r or, viii-a. M" F 1.“?an 11.3. a, Woodbridzc. a. E. Houck. Chit-pawn. A. Gen! a, Dorchsswr. W. H. Bum-Ina. Elwall. Murphy, Mulroso. lenncfi, an 2. Barrie. A. n. Linniunon, [1.3. 1, Paris. litr- .v. Younzlon, wiiuam._ Mia sidia Russell, Rainy River. ii 0. Campbell, Georgetown. Uayvupondtnfl, Rtaurlllng Hecruarv-Tnamrlr: Mrl, W. B. Luiburdalo. Goldwater. â€"â€"â€"â€"â€" Oormlpondance should be Iddrcncd to “HOME and COUNTRY" Parliament Bulldlngl. Toronto, This I or is distributed through lbs neon- uric-Poi1 Brunch Woman's Institutes lo the Wovliun'l Iii-mum mmiumrn. EDITORIAL COMMENT SUGGESTIONS FOR CONVEN- TlUiVb' Mrs. 11. B. Culloton President of the Federated Women's institutes of On- tariu, has been a participant and a keen observer of Women's Institute work in Ontario for many years: Her experience places her in a_position to make constructive suggestions. Mrs. Colloton writes, "Our conven- tion gatherings are becoming more and more popular as is evnlenced by the increased attendance and the in- terest displayed in the various feat- ures. Could we not perhaps make more use of this opportunity to dis- cuss matters of interest to every rural community. For instance, would it not be wise to discuss the problem of noxious weeds and unsprayed fruit trees ‘.’ The industrious farmer whose efforts to kee his iields clean is hampered by t c neighbour who per- mits mustard, daisy, thistle, etc.,_ to "h unchecked, and is labouring as heavy a handicap as the fruitgi'uwer whose neighbour makes no ell'ort to spray the few trees he keeps for his own use. How can we help spread respect for control of noxious weeds and insects'Il Slum clearance is prominently to the fore these (la '5, Apart from the congestion, we ave as deplorable sluiii conditions in the rural areas as in any uty street. What can we do to eradicate these shacks and eyesores from our beautiful countryside and give those who dwell in them an in- centive to better livin conditions? The Public Health nit as a con- vention topic was not featured as prominently last year as prevmusly but we know interest is still keen. How many members know that this system is now in operation in some of our eastern counties? Although, per- haps, too recently inaugurated for fair comparison to be made between it and former methods, yet reports from these counties would be wel- comed by other convention areas. What about the Canadian Radio Commission '.’ Our legislators tell us than much larger sums from the pub- lic treasury or by special taxation will be necessary for its continuance and expansion than heretofore. Do we consider the expenditures already made justified by results? Are we in favour of further expenditures? Mar-hall, RR. 1, final! Ste. Marie. We would remind convention arcs officers to bear in mind when plan- ning progranunes that our organiza- tion is definitely non-sectarian and. therefore, that other than possibly the Lord’s Prayer, devotional acercises are out of place. This, With the Ode, are fully adequate for the purpose and are acceptable to all cresds. The uestion box is a popular feat- are. It ake use of it to clear up inat- ters and situations that late trouble- some. Properly used this can be a very helpful feature. Branches might well use this method by preparing questions now on matters on which information or assistance is desired. DISTRICT ANNUALS Representatives from the Depart- ment and the Federation attended all district annual meetings this year with but one or two exceptions. Their primary object was to discuss the Co-operativc Programme in Home Economics and the organization °f Women’s Institute work. On the whole, the attendance was unusually large, reaching as high as 460 at one meeting, with a total at- tendance of approximately 7,000 1391“ sons. The majority of the meetings were well organized and worth while. Tenure of Officeâ€"Some districts follow a definite ruling with regard to the term of occupancy of office, the district concerned setting the time period. The recommendation of the Provincial Board of the Federated Women’s Institutes of a term of not more than six years in one office was favourably received on the whole. Nearly all districts planned for a convener of the new committee on Peace Education and International Relationships. Many arranged for the functioning of a nominating commit- tee for 1936, and the great majority appointed a programme committee to decule on the type of service the dis» trict wishes to obtain from the De- partment for the coming year. As time goes on. these district annuals Wlii, undoubtedly, function as pro- gramme planning meetings as well as furnishing occasions for evaluating the work of the past year. ‘ Loyalty to Organizationâ€"A defin- ite pride in and loyalty to the W0â€" men’s Institute movement was evident at_a_ll the annuals, Good co-operative spirit Bl'ld keen interest in communitv enterprises was accompanied with h spirit of buoyancy, friendliness and enthusiasm. Ovcrcrowded Programmes â€" The programmes were varied and lengthv, interesting and timely. Many of them were much too crowded and the time was too short to cover the scheduledwork acceptably and with- out weariness. Some districts pre- sented branch reports, some sum- marized standing committee reports, others presented both branch and committee reports, in which overlap- ping of activities was unavoidable, Much time was consumed when both were presented without giving added information or suggestions, and left little opportunity for profitable dis- cussion._ The m_ost acceptable reports emphasized achievements and offered suggestions for future progress. Thev were followed by helpful discussions, Many of these annual meetings would be less wearying and producâ€" tive of greater enthusiasm if reports as well as addresses were given a time limit. _A marked tendency to over- emphiisize 'Lhe competitive feature was noted in ‘some districts where prizes were given for exhibits, pro- gramme reports and other things ex- cellent in themselves if carried oh in :2?” place,l‘b|it somewhat of a handi- ionazisrict ' v ~ fin: is limit“. programme uheic oad‘methods of procedure - productive of decided improvemei‘i‘teirei the meetings. Bright, well-ventilated and attractive meeting places were a decided advantage. An occasional musical number and communitv sing- ing helped to make long sessions en. Joyable. The recognition of the talent 0f raging women was noted as a pro- gressn'e move. Segregation of voting delegates for the elections, and not too voluminous minutes, were other matters which received the approval PROVINCIAL BOARD HELD SPRING MEETING l‘b rations Solved Many D“ Igmvincial Problems s rin session of the Provm- cizilhéoaijd a? the Federated Women's Institutes of Ontario was held )3 Toronto on April 23 and 24. The fu membership of the Board was pres- ent, Mrs. J. Allard attending as {1 substitute for Mrs. S. 'H. Marsha who was absent due to illness. It was regretted that the Adult Education Section of the O.E.A. was meeting at the same time as the Pro- vincial Board as it was considered highly important that the .Board should be represented at their dis- cussion meetings, Miss E. Appelbe attended the adult education meet- ings. . A few of the items of business ac- complished are as follows: , . That the Federated Women s Insti- totes of Ontario should give $100.00 to the construction of the Peace Gur- den. ' ‘ i _ That an official imitation to Visit Ontario should be sent to the dele- gates from other nations attending the conference of the Associated Coun- trywoinen of the World to be held at Cornell, June, 1936. That work on compiling a new song sheet be started. A committee was appointed to report on this at the November Board Meeting. That the Board co-operate with the Department in a financial arrange- ment whereby a copy of “Home and Country" may be furnished to every Institute member with the paper being distributed by branch Institute secretaries. That the film "Bug and Man“ was of such quality that it might be shown at District Annuals. That the Ontario Institutes invite the Federated Women‘s Institutes of Canada to be held in Ontario in 1937. That it would be desirable for each convention area to have a publicity convener to contact the press and help make good news material available. That it be strongly recommended that ofl'icers in branches, districts and convention areas should not hold one office for longer than a six-year period. MICHIGAN HOMEMAKERS TO HEAR MRS. COLLOTON 0N INSTITUTE WORK This year a representative of the Ontario Women‘s Institutes has been ln’VltEd to speak at the Annual Home “eel-t held by the State College of Agriculture and Home Economics, Lansing, Michigan. This course offers educational advantages to practicing Igomemakers,f and is largely attended 3' women ro ' ' state. in every part of the Irs. R. B. Colloton. Pro ' ' President of the Federated whim-:3; Institutes of Ontario, will 5 eak to Michigan on July 25 on Tomen’s Institute work in Ontario. (Continued from Column 2) of Department and Fed r ' - seaming. e ation repre ‘ 'isc Choice of Leadersâ€"Go Judgment was used in placing womgi‘i of tact, ability and force, with pro- nounced qualities of leadership in the major offices in many distn‘cts. Lead- ers chosen were women of poise and {ugliggient with broadness of vision r c sugars w II the work. e for the future of Outlook Promising Tb _ â€" e outlook fir the coming year is promising. D e Co-operative Programme of the apartment was generously support- keen interest indicated. Local ‘ ' are es antiCipated, a large number of gourses'are being requested and de- nite district projects planned. Ex- tension of the work to new centres codntmues and there is an outstandin a Vance noted in some districts which iandticegitles F heilthy organization and _e or sesdv ‘ gress in our ways of iii‘i‘iiiéime pru- ADVISES STUDY Work for Good District Programme Mary Wright has been listeniny the talk of a_lot_of Women’s Instiiuiu branch and district ofl‘icers lately_ She says some of them understand how m: district programme for the Com," year should be determined Mm: others are confused. As she cluttered the other day a hidden recorder took the following verbatim notes. Plans Important “This business_ of having to w operate in deciding the programing for the district is a matter where good judgment must be exercised. Every- one should feel their responsibility in hel ing to make the daemon and then abide by the decision made even thou h they are in the minority. It simply follows the Ian of modem government, being ascd on botli democratic and cry-Operative princip Ies. We all like to carry out p13“, that have a bit of our own making in them. We, who live in a district, know that sitiiation much better than per. sons living outside and are in a posi. tion to help in determining the needs and interests of the Women's Insti- tute members. Available Help “This programme to be determined by the district is a simple thing after all, for each district may have either a speaker service, or establish a training school in a certain subject for local leaders from each branch 1 <t'. hits. The Department can only p m. ise to make one of these serrlces available. If a speaker service is desired, the district is expected to examine the announcement of the (lo-operative Programme in Home Economics or pages 6, 7, 8 and 26, and select one subject. The speaker can not go to every Institute in the district; the number of visits allowed for each dis- trict is listed on pages 6, 7 and 8 of the announcement. The district also suggests the season of year when the speakers would be most welcome. Of course, if a district elects the speaker service they shouldn’t think of it as just supplyin an entertainment pru- grainme to t e branches visited, but should think of it rather as an op- portunity of getting acquainted with a subject with which they expect to do follow-up work or use it to pre- pare for an educational programme to be carried on in the near future. “If the district chooses a programme to be carried on by the local leadel basis, it also has to decide which pro- ject it will undertake for the com- ing year. All the available project! are described in the coloured section of the programme announcement. R9- member, projects taught by local lead- er are not the same thing as short course schools. Local Leader Privileges _”Two local leaders should be {Ill- pointedby aaoh Institute branch which is looking forward to strengthening its programme. The district chooses a central place where the local leaders may meet with an instructor from tlw Department. Usually, it is best W hold all-day meetings about one month apart. The programme announce- ment tells how many days are re- quired for each project. The local leader has a fine 0131101" trinity of gaining new knowledge find skills and is responsible for passing this on to the members of her branch. The Department will help her not only by Contact with an instructor but “1” also furnish special materials. Short Course Schools Short course schools are not re- lluested by the district, but by El" branch Institute. The number of dif' ferent types of short course school! are described in the announcemellL Only a limited number are available In each district. 8 requests for short cow‘s} schools to be held from August. 193m to July, 1936, will be considereCl and the travel schedule will he made 0‘“ the Department during this Aug-