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Presidentis C amer Mrs. Herbert K. Maluske. President the Federated Women's Institutes of Ontario I l Dear W. 1. Members: One hundred years ago George Cooper wrote. “The days may come. the days may go. But still the hands of memory weave . , The days of my provincial presidency have come and are fast approaching the going point of my term of office. But during my three years as president the hands ofmemory have woven a beautiful piece of maâ€" terial for me. In this letter to you I would like to remiâ€" nisce as I describe this fabric for you. Just as in any weaving where the strong lengthwise threads ofthc work are needed. these were provided in my fabric by the friends that I have had in the work. I have been supported all the time not only by the members of my Own Branch. District. County and Area who have been so loyal in all CircumSIances. but also by all the new friends I've made across the province. throughout the nation with F.W.I.C. and inter- nationally through A.C.W.W. When I think of friendship. I am also reminded of fellowship and fun. Of these two commodities there has been no scarcity for l have assuredly been most enjoyany entertained. During the past three years I have been privileged to attend anniversaries at every level of the organization. Events such as these should always be observed be- cause thcy provide the impetus and the inspiration for future concerted efi'orls based upon the achievements and accomplishments of those who have served the or- ganization down through the years. I Thanks for the ardent memories of Anniversaries. In telling about the weaving I want to mention es- pecially the Board Directors. the Conveners and the Executive who have worked so faithfully and indus- triously notjust at provincial level but likewise in their own Subdivisions and Areas and wherever in whatever other capacrties they have been called upon to serve. The Provincial Board Meetings are busy. busy sesâ€" sions. However. besides the toil during those weeks of meetings. are woven in the extra bonuses of the Min« istcr's Dinners. Miss McKercher‘s Party and the Third-year Directors' entertainment nights. With added opportunities for such listed pleasures. the hours spent in discussion and deliberation are Com~ pensated for. I Thanks for the bonny memories of Board Meet- ings. The fabric woven has been beautiful but not per- fect. There are some dark threads found among the weft. These telltale marks show that we did not reach 4 our objective of 100% reporting as I had hoped We would. Surely there are others just as disappointed as I. Nevertheless the weaving must continue and I hope that some day for some future president there will bu only cheery bright coloured threads of total reportS from every district of the province. Thanks for the realistic memories of good reporl. ing by those who remembered and for the delightful rapport I have experienced with people everywhfiu Trying to inspire. encourage, enthuse, spur on in greater efl'ort, l have stressed throughout my term [ht importance of the individual. I have acknowledged 1|... value of her contribution of personal involvenieh: which creates renewed interest with the ultimate r sponse being self-improvement and the present-alt. of new ideas. Many ofyou heard me quote. “In all u. history of mankind. no group ever wrote an on standing story or poem. composed a memorable mus. cal work or painted a great masterpiece. These thin: have been the work of individuals". Someone else has said. “The story of Marie Cur serves to exemplify the importance of a prot‘ouii truth: that in an age of mechanically-calculated do. sions the spirit of mankind is best interpreted by n minds and deeds of individual men and wome. People. with their capacity to anticipate the needs t others. make the difference. The gift of the individu to understand and communicate is a precious cor modin for which there is no substitute.“ No fabric ofa Presidency would be complete wu! out the woof of Conventions. Conferences and Con mince Meetings. These have been the opportunitr afforded for the summation of activities. for the assiu ilation and dissemination of knowledge and for it evaluation of past performance and the proposals I1 future programming. I have appreciated the chords of confidence exhil ited through these means of association with the CPR" utives. co-workers and the membership-at-large. Yttl kind thoughtfulness in presenting me with beautil bouquets. countless corsages and gratifying gifts are l revocany woven by the hands of my memory. Thanks for the contented memories of convention conferences and committees. Johann Von Schiller wrote in The Wonder Women in 1795 “Honour Women! They wreathe and weave Heavenly roses into earthly life". Aren‘t those charming words? I have never heui nor read a more impressive tribute. As my term in «i fice ends those are the words I wish to dedicate to 2. Women’s Institute members everywhere. provinciall nationally and internationally. It is also a challenge for the future for all of u Conscientious programme planning of meetings at- projects must be utilized to weave a course of actii‘ for the continuing education and edification of 0‘ members with a marked increase of warp threau shuttled by a weft of benevolence. May we alwu continue to weave a fascinating fabric. Thanks for the exquisite memories of an evt‘r lasting experience as your Provincial President. “MA/Mod. W