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The Antique and Heirloom Display. capably convened by the Misses Hattie and Lottie Jones. descendants of pioneer farmers. who Came to the district from across the Line in the 17005, was held in the Christian Educa- tion Building of the United Church. ‘Three rooms, representing the main rooms in the homes of the 1813 era, were artistically ar- ranged. using furniture and articles from local homes. In addition, demonstrations of weav- ing, spinning and quilting were given at dif- ferent times. In the Parish Hall of the Church of the Redeemer, under the convenership of Mrs. Kenneth Roderick, a fascinating collection of clothing from the 1812-1912 period was at- tractively displayed under the title “One Hunâ€" dred Years of Fashion." Dressmakers’ “Judys”, both ancient and modern, were used to show off the lovely old gowns, A special corner con- vened by Mrs. D. H. Rogers had dresses and accessories belonging to charter members, one of whom, Mrs. G. Gliddon, modelled some of them. Cheyne Presbyterian Church’s Hall housed the exhibition of photographs, engravings, books, maps and newspapers of historical inâ€" terest which had been assembled and cleverly arranged by Mrs. Fred Felker and her com- mittee. â€" Photo by Pearson, Winona. Miss lattie Jones, left, and Miss Hattie Jones, can- veners of the Antiqua and Heirloom Display, wearing authentic everyday costumes of the early IBOO's The lace caps were known as "mulches." ' 24 An event which proved very popular mm, the visitors was the Bus Tour of Historim Homes and Landmarks. This was convenm by Mrs. Ruby Williams, with members 01‘ gm. committee in old-time costume acting as gui-xa. on each bus. Starting at the site of Squjiw‘ Hall, some of the places visited included [3,. home of the late Erland Lee, now occul... J by his son, Mr. Frank Lee and family, .1 where the lovely old walnut table on at l] the Women’s Institute constitution was di- :, up is still a cherished heirloom. Also show in those on the tour was the former farm h .s of the first president, Mrs. E. D. Smith. - .r Vinemount where it overlooks the rich -' :1 lands below the esoarpment. Each patrOl .{ the bus tour was given a map and a broc: - prepared by the committee, outlining the tories of the places visited in the hour‘ar .. half trip filled with historic interest. Eigl': i. packed buses were used to carry those . enjoyed this novel event. On the evening of June 7th a COmPlll tary dinner was arranged at a local in- .i honour visiting officers of the Women's stitutes at Dominion, Provincial. Area. .. trict and Branch levels. About one hur. .l and thirty ladies and one man sat do“ . dinner with old-time menus, especially _ pared for the event. The one man, Mr. P i. Lee, was repeating history as his father u later Erland Lee, was the only man preset 1| the first meeting of one hundred and a women who decided they needed a Wor Institute. Other guests besides Mr. and . Frank Lee and Miss Marjorie Lee. were s Muriel Bostwick, granddaughter of the ‘- founder Mrs. Adelaide Hoodless; the l a surviving charter membersâ€"Mrs. H. P. I Wagner, Mrs. J. McK. Morden and George Gliddon. Presiding at the head table was Mrs. Ch r Nash, the president of the Stoney Creel stitute who welcomed the guests. emphtiR the pleasure of the Mother Institute in i ; able to welcome so many interested vi»: x to the birthplace of this world-wide org-.1 v tion of women. The special speaker at e dinner was Mrs. Jeanne Minhinnick. ll known for her outstanding work as Cu it of Furnishings at Upper Canada Village. .r timely subject was “Women’s Place in we Preservation and Restoration of Thing ’l Historical Value.” The guests found her it: intensely interesting; and, being given d setting of oldâ€"time table and room do I- tions, together with the quaint costume ‘f yesteryear worn by many 0f the local n n- bers including the president, brought to . i1- fing close a highly successful Women: 'II- stitute Day. HOME AND COUE‘H’R'r