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Gilfnrd, Simcoc Co.#l‘lad an ad- dress on the League of Nations which resulted in a convener being appoint- ed to secure literature and present timely items at each regular meeting. Stroud, Sinicoe C0.#Heard an_adâ€" dress on “Cancer” by Dr. Cunning- ham, Provincial Director of Industrial I-Iv iene. "iiiiresi. Rainy River Districliâ€"Had a demonstration on the washing _of wool, which was followed by a dis- cussion on “Pets and their relation to children's health". This young branch spent one meeting remodelling and mending clothing for the needy m the community. Altona. Ontario Co.â€"‘Held a “Coniâ€" munity Night Concert" with local talent providing instrumental and vocal solos, duels and quortcttes and LADY TWEEDSMUIR ATTENDS BRANCH MEETING (Continued from Page 1, Col. 4) “that we must face the danger of power and not go off at a tangent. For instance, if all the W.l. members should write to members of parlia- ment, sponsoring a certain piece of legislation, the public opinion of such would very likely cause the enactment of itâ€"as the “Caged Bird Act” in England, which the Women's Insti- tutes there were determined to have passed. I think, too, that there is a tendâ€" ency to over organization. Members write tremendous letters on constitu- tional points such as “rule so and so" and it has the effect of frightening off many capable women who might take office. I do not think members should hold the presidency too long, although I was president of branch Elsfield#five miles from OxfordÂ¥for 15 continuous years. If they like youâ€"and that does sound conceitedâ€"they don’t seem to want to let you go. In commenting on the Canadian meeting she stated that she liked the practical phase of the branch activi- tiesâ€"the wool discussion and the mak- ing of handicrafts. “In this connection the Women’s Institutes of England sponsor a very fine annual exhibition of members’ work." “The Women’s Institutes have made a marvellous change in the life of rural women of England,” she continued. "Having few modern conveniences they have had to work so unnecessarily hard. The handicraft work has given them a new interest and so fine are some of their specimens that it is almost un~ believable. ‘Don‘t tell me this work is done by country women,’ said one spectator, ‘for I shouldn’t believe youiln She told of the work of her own branch of 36 members. “I cannot help but compare this comfortable meet- ing place to ours, which is a 14th century barn with a stone floor and the stove away in the corner. Our programme is like yoursâ€"the busiâ€" ness, then a speaker or play and the social hour. Our branch is small in numbers, but I like that, as there are not apt to be jealousics and cliques and it is friendlier when we all draw up to the fire for our tea. I am a countrywoman and I am always happy to be with them. It is so good to get to a Women's Instiâ€" tute meeting again and I am particu- larly pleased to meet some of the Canadian pioneer workers here toâ€" day,” she concluded. After the meeting tea was served. The. ten table, decorated with the Institute colours, gold and blue and spring flowers, was presided over by the hostess, Mrs. J. E. Caldwell. ’I‘hose barring tea with Her Excellency included the president, Mrs. Lelana Mansfield, who hail ably Conducted the meeting, Mrs. Bradley, a former district secretary, and the pioneer national ofiicers. Each branch ofiicer was called “to have a special word" and all members were presented. (Contributed by Mrs. J. F. Price.) % News Flashes From the Branches Hagersv'ille, Haldimand Ochâ€"Held a reception for the school teachers at which the pupils furnished a part of the programme. The topic of, the day was "Musical Appreciation. Jasper, Brockville Districtâ€"Feat- ured addresses on the storage of vege- tables and care of perennial and house plants at their “agricultural meet- ing." I Dwight Juniors, Muskoka District. â€"Took keen interest in the clothing short course on the "Use of the Coin- mercial Pattern" and are looking for- ward to studying clothing With the guidance of a local leader next year. Camber, Essex Co.â€"Has established a practice of having the children of the community furnish entertainment at the Institute meetings in the form of music, tap dancing, etc. Kenora, Kenoi'a Districtâ€"Has the programme for this year arranged so that a different nationality “‘1”. be responsible for each monthly meeting. New members and new speakers have been introduced. Demonstrations, displays of foods, crafts, and art have been given. Sims Locks, Haldimand Co.#HeId travelling euchre parties and with the proceeds paid 335.00 for glasses for a child almost blind; made a conâ€" tribution to the Jubilee Cancer Fund and purchased a library for the use of the members, Canfield. Haldimand Co.â€"Has a)» ranged to take the local leadership work on refinishing of furniture, and has also appointed a leader to attend the training school and take charge of work with the girls. Jarvis, Haldimand Co.â€"Gave three pints of milk daily to a family in the community for a period of two months. Canboro, Haldimand Co.â€"Has fur- nished mouth organs to school child- ren for a children’s band, and purâ€" chased furniture for their town hall. Buttonville. York (Idâ€"Held a his- torical meeting when four members presented the history of four town- ships under the headings, "Settlers and Business Methods," “Municipal History,” “Schools,” and “Churches.” A historic fact was given in response to the roll call, and relies were dis‘ played. Pei’ferlaw, York Co.â€"Supplied the Community Hall with needed equip» ment. A monthly roll call provided ii supply of coat hangers, each mem» ber responding by giving one hanger. Pine Orchard. York Co.â€"Became actively interested in the New Can- adian following the “Canadianiza- tion" meeting and visited the homes of some New Canadians. A better understanding was established be- tween the adopted and the native born citizens in the community. Mount Albert. York Co.â€"Held a “Young Mothers“ meeting. Health posters by school pupils were dis- played. A baby contest was featured. An address was given on “The Mother, What She Owes to Hersel ." Dickinson’s Landing, Siormont Co. â€"â€"Has utilized the services of a nurse who addressed their meetings on pre- natal _care and related subjects. " Kleinburg, York Co.â€"Studied the Canadian Apple Industry" at one meeting. _ Fordwich, Huron Co.â€"Hc1d a “Horâ€" ticulture” meeting at the home of a member who is an enthusiast in her ticulture. Baskets of tea roses from the home garden, and named varie- ties of gladioli decorated the tables. The roll‘call answered by each mem- Ear namililig a plgnt she would like to ave in ei- gar en, was followed a talk on "Our Birdsâ€"Harbinger: aiiil Scavengers.” A special exhibition size hyacinth bulb provided an award to the successful contestant in a con- test naming leaves of shrubs from the garden. Mt. Healey, Haldimand Co.â€" - formed a dual service by engagingzilh unemployed man to clean th cemetery. e local Brockvilie DIStl‘iCtrâ€"EHCOUT- Lynr . . . ii-ls in their_clothing pro- “TISSUE: gA scholarship 'vslued at g ding in the 100.00 for highest stan ‘ founty was donated by an interested ' ' and the fortunate Winner of :hTszed‘iVflrd is now taking the Home Economics Course at KemptVille Agri- 'al Collc e. , _ wiggsdnwnef Brockville Disrictl.â€" Has promoted diphtheria prevention work which resulted in the school children of Leeds and Izansdowne re- ceivin toxoid treatmen . r I Rosgland, Essex Co.â€"Assists Girl Guides and Brownies, Boy Scouts and Cubs, bv allowing them the use of the Institute Hall free of charge. The club members are responSible for fuel and any breakage which might BCCIIJI‘. Lynnville, Norfolk Co.â€"â€"â€"Kecps First Aid" kits in eight schools replenished, and is now considering toxoid clinics for the schools, Simcoe, Norfolk Co.â€"Has exchang- ed mectings with the Home and School Club and thereby has been able to establish better ‘co-operative activities in the community. _ Villa i vii, Norfolk Co.#Has a lib- rary committee which has been suc- cessful in establishing an excellent community library. A dramatic club has been formed in connection with the library and has produced a play each winter. The proceeds have been used to extend the library. Waterford. Norfolk Co.‘Used a part of the programme of one of the monthly meetings for impromptu speech The subjects were “Travel,” “Public ." and “Politics.” Atwood. Rainy River District.â€" Wi'ites "We hope very much to have local leader work, as we find that a short course crowds the work in so short a time that we do not get the real benefit from it.” Beaver, Rainy River District.~lâ€"Iad a paper on “My Impressions of the Opening of Provincial Legislature,‘ given by one of the members of the branch. Cooksiowii, Simcoe Co.â€"Has at last secured the appointment of their local doctor as medical inspector for the school. This school is in a village touching four townships and has not previously had this service. A diph- theria prevention clinic is being or~ ganized, the branch financing one- half the cost of medical examinations and providing two nurses to assist with the toxoiding. Lash. Rainy Rivenâ€"Had a demon- stration on correct table setting. Mount‘Elgin, Oxford Co.â€"Devoted one meeting to papers and discussions on some of the recently published books. 'Burg‘essville, Oxford Co.~Ha.d a discussion on the value of reading magazines and newspapers and com- pared such reading habits with the value of reading books. _ Norwich. Oxford Co.â€"Reviewcd the life and work of His Excellency The Lord Tweedsmuir, Governor-General of Canada. Vars, Russell Co.â€"Held an A Memorial Service in the viillzilga; park in which a monument to the memory of the soldiers of the World War is located. This Institute assists generously in the upkeep of the park. _ Navan, Russell Co,â€"Has ‘ in its programme this year a Efiiugaeg naming supplies for medicine chest an illustrated address on "Dentistry" by a special oral doctor, demonstra- tions in first aid, bandaging knee, ankle and finger by an R. N., and a demonstration and talk on artificial respiration by a local teacher. Kincardine, Bruce Ctrâ€"Has develop~ ed interest in Historical Re having one member ' “Huh by . ' v I talks on "Pioneer Dglysei" spTcliiisl same member is also res on ' editing a column "Pioneel? Dilbis ior the local newspaper. y or Talbotville, Paynes Mills ~Featured a paper on Elgin CO‘ "Wax Pluck- April, 193,, in of Poultry" at [h megetmlg. R e Novembe. Co on. enfrew co,_ I their 25th Anniversary ,nC'Elihfaied The first president preSided anger-y. charter members were MESH“ iii the December meeting the ml-l V l. was a gift shower for needy famfiflii in Renfrew. lies Westbrook. Frontenac (1051.1al roll call when each member 1,95 “i da ed by donating a teaspoOn (:31. community hall. E â€"â€"â€"â€"COUNTRY WOMEN w1u. MEET IN WASHINGTON (Continued from Page 1, Col. 1) carried on by the Home Den tion Clubs in the various statégfmm- The Triennial Conference will ope informally With a Vesper service ii the Washington Cathedral on Sun. day, May 31, and will be followed 1:,- a tea. The formal opening of the coli- ference will be at high noon Mondav June 1, at which time liLrs. F. If Roosevelt will address the Conference. There will be greetings from Lam: Aberdeen of Scotland, at whose sug’. gestion the first international llleEiiliv of this organization was lielvl in will Responses will be givenby M h R. Watt, president of the A .\i, , and by selected delegates fi-nni van: ous nations. Later in the afternoon the President and Mrs. Roosevelt will receive the delegates at a gardgu party at the _White House. Among subjects of interest sched- uled for discussion at the conference by delegates are included: "Sany Motherhood", “How Rural Women' are Meeting Their ECOHOIHI” Prob. lems," “Cultural Interests oi Rural Homemakers,” and “International he lotions as They Effect the Rural Home." Various other items of inteinst will feature the stay of the delc‘r‘otes in Washington. There will be p‘ogralll- mes of music and folk dancing, al which many of the women from over- seas will wear their traditimal nat- ional costume; while the \\'Ollli<ll from English speaking countries \llll weir period costumes. Following the conference the deli- gates will enjoy a sight-scrimr tour in the States and will arrive :il Niag- ara Falls, Canada, June 16. where they will be given a cordial by representatives of the and Ontario Institutes and no our country. (Contributed T. J. MacDowell.) MARY WRIGHT DISCUSSES ANNUAL MEETINGS WITH DONALD (Continued from Page 3, Col, 3| ‘ “If we were to decide to use a non- inatmg committee we should have ll so stated in our by-laws, I Slippusel“ observed Mary. “Yes, that’s right,” sniilcd Donald- "Where there is never trouble gem“: candidates to stand, nominations mai' be made from the floor. Half the time you hear nominations hem! seconded. We should remember that nominations aren’t main motions." "Isn’t there some waY 0f “5"‘33 ballot to nominate?" asked Mai-1’- “Yes, that is called nominating iii the informal ballot. A list of candr dates is secured in that way and then an election follows as usual.” f‘After the candidates are secured different methods of taking the .‘W may be used," said Mary. "SOme'hlilES we use the ballot, other times 1‘15” showing of hands.” "Well, to my mind," replied Donald. "the who in electing ofiicers sliciiild beutaken by ballot." . I suppose the method of WW should also 'be definitely stated in 0‘“ by-Iaws. This means that I shfluld study the hand book. We have a i?‘ Vised edition being issued in Almli If I am elected secretary I 5M have one, Donald, and if 31°“ 3““ good boy and don’t 'ask me any mm embarrassing questions I may 19‘ 3”“ see it."