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> L‘unlaincd in the following columns is a summary of convention reports received from the 13 areas. LAIRD AREA 7 Districts, 75 Branches. n31 uembors. â€"Attnudnnco 162 The local institute {Laird} aciul as hostess for the Institutes of ...7 gums and St. Joseph Island and thcre are 75 Branches in the Area nod 16: delegates were i'ertered, their resources were timed tn the limit. However they met the chall- enge in a truly marvellous manner providing an atmosphere of coidial and hospitality. The hall was beautIA fully (lecornted with autumn leaves and flowers, and everyone appeared to be in a festive mood. Fine displays of girls‘ work, rugs and quilts added interest. The excellent programme left ample time for discussion and question. The evening session was most enjoyable. with a fine address by the local school inspector followed by one equally well received from our oun Miss Anne Lawson on “Your Food and Your Figure". Miss Law- son's film “The Battle for Bread" came as a suitable cud tn a profitable dav, EMO AREA 5 Districts, 60 Branch”. 1.299 Mombors, â€"Attondauco 168 The little village of Emo on Rainy River \\as the scene of the Thirtieth Annual Convention of the Women‘s Institute for the 3 districts of Thunder Bay, Rainy iver and Ken- orn on September 26â€"27. Although Enm was the hostess Institute, hosâ€" pitality was not confined to W.I. mem- bers as the whole town and farm homes within a radius of fifteen miles provided entertainment and accom- modatinn. Addresses were glvcn by Mrs. W. 1'. Simpson of Byron and Mrs. L‘lnrence Hayes of Georgetown who also led in discussions on the excellent rcpnrts given by the conveners of standing committees and had charge of the question box. Miss Anne Kernnleguen, County Home Economist, reported that work among the Juniors is steadily growing and 400 young people were participat- in}; in Junior Farmers’ Clubs in the Area and that the members enjoy the benefits of Junior camps. The value of some satisfying and worthwhile leisure hours was discuss- ed by Rev. W. L. Morden, who addressed a dinner meeting at the convention. He pointed out that mechanization of the home, farm and inrlustry hail given Canadians more leisure time than ever before. “We must learn skill in handling our lei- sure.” “We must learn to enjoy our- selves and make our own entertain- ment and become aware of the finer things of lifeâ€"music, art. literature. etc. The Women’s Institute should be a factor in seeing that worthwhile entcr‘aininent was provided to com- munitios". Mr. E. S. Marr, Agricultural Rep- resentative for Emu based his remarks on the convention theme "Wholesome Homes are the Stepping Stones of a Great Country”. Keeping in mind that the way we live is what counts, Mr. Marr described the waste of a “halfnised mind”. Personality could be developed in no better way than in community service. Apathy toward community life and politics is not a healthy sign. The twentieth century sin, he named, as "dodging respon- sibility." Beliefs are creative and make us what we are and each indi- vidual should share in the life of his church and give leadership as oppor- tunity offered. The ten resolutions passed at the convention related to governmental, charitable or Women’s Institute af- fairs. They were decidedly practical and covered a wide field. They were dealt with in a masterly manner by Mrs Christianson of Keewatin. There were 168 registered delegates. HOME AND COUNTRY GLEANINGS FROM CONVENTION AREA MEETINGS. FALL 1950 A group from the Lakeheud, compris- ing 37 women, chartered a sleeping car at Port Arthur. NORTH BAY AREA 15 Districts. 261 Branches, 8,396 Members â€"Attoudmca 158 His Worship Mayor T. M. Palmer of North Bay extended greetings from the City to some 150 delegates of the Women's Institutes of Mus» koka, Parry Sound and Nipissing at their annual convention. _ Following the regular I routlne business and two interesting con- vcncrs' reports on Agriculture and Canadian Industries and Citizenship and Education, Mrs Clarence Hayes, the first guest speaker was intro- duced. Her subject was of vital con- cern to all Institute members! “Mnki ing Membership Pay”. She suggested many ways in which belonging to an Institute should be helpful. "There are two basic principles in making your membership pay. First. set up a sense of unity with the Branch Institute. You and the inter- csts of your group should be inter- t\\ined. Second, you must be willing to concede and act upon concessions". She emphasized the fact that no organization has any strength except that given by its members. In each case she added pertinent illustrations to show why these things are impor- tant to every woman and added that membership should also make one healthier, happier and prettier. Mrs. Simpson first discussed the citizenship report and told of one project which her own Branch had used to learn more about Canada. She then gave the report of the Fed- erated Women's Institutes of Ontario, part of which was based on notes from the president and part her own material. The report outlined the major activities of the Institute during the past three years during which there had been a great spread of influence and a corresponding inâ€" crease in membership. Miss Lillv Petty, Home Economist in charge of Junior work in Northern Ontario. reported two new Junior Institutes in the Area. She outlined the programme for club work and drew the attention of the audience to the lovely display of sleeping gar- ments which the girls in the Trout Creek Club had completed during the year, NEW LISKEARD AREA 4 Districts. 30 Branches. 641 Members â€"At2sr|dancu 126 Coming from all sections of Temis- kaming and Cochrane districts, 125 delegates and members held a most successful convention in the new Com- Ilnunity Hall. New Liskeard, October -5. “Health Helps Happiness" was the theme of the convention and the two guest speakers, Miss Sams, V. O. N. nurse of New Liskeard and Dr. Fraser Far-linger, outlined a programme whereby each individual and organ» izntion were given an opportunity to help establish a much-needed health unit in the district. A health unit is a union of urban and rural municipal- ities, which, when formed and estab- lished will provide a more efi‘icient, sustained community health pros gramme. Twelve members of the New Lis- keard Ludies’ Philharmonic Choir, under the leadership of Ruby Dunn Wathen sang “Rosita”, "Alice Blue Gown. "0, Hush Thee My Baby" and "Echoes from Strauss". This Choir is one of the outstanding choral organizations in Ontario. Miss Lilly Petty, Home Economist, Women’s Institute Branch gave a comprehensive outline of the work being done among the Junior girls and expressed the pleasure and satis» faction it was to see many young women in the audience.â€"now Institute members who had come up through the ranks of the Junior Girls' Clubs. In her address Mrs. Hayes remark- ed that it was “an ill wind which blows no one good", circumstances being such that Mrs. Simpson and she were able to be with the conven< tion because Mrs. Futchcr. the pres- ident, and Miss Lewis, the director, were still overseas. Mrs. Hayes outlined many helpful suggestions for Institute activities and urged that women some or make opportunities to take part in any public office~above all to be‘mtcrcsted and active in municipal affairs, Mrs. Simpson spoke particularly regarding Citizenship and interpreted the word to mean “The right to be a free man". She urged the delegates to be aware of liberty and ready to protect it. The area officers had left no stone unturned to assure the success of the convention. Local business firms showed their goodwill by distributing souvenirs (a rule, a. tliiinble, a spoon and pencil) to the delegates: A portion of each session included a sing-song led by Mrs, G. Tanner of the Salvation Army. Rev, E. J. Kerr of St. Andrews Presbyterian Church delighted the audience with many amusing and touching tales of his trip across the sea by plane and the interesting places he visited in a till‘t’EAl'llDlltll visit to his former home in Ireland. OTTAWA AREA 13 Districts. 151 Branches, 4,320 Members â€"Attcndancu can The Thirty-fifth Annual Convention of the Eastern Area met in Ottawa, October 10, II, 12, with an attendance of 500 members and visitors. Branches from the counties of Carleton, Dun- das, Russell, Glengarry, Grenville. Lanark, Prescott, Renfrew and Star- mont were present and visitors were present from the Gatineau District, Quebec. One of the highlights of this Can- vention was the arrival of 38 mem- bers of the Women’s Institute from Oxford County accompanied by Mrs. Edmund Hansuld, chairman of the London Area Convention. Dr. Florence Dunlop, Psychologist and Supervisor of Special Classes, Ottawa Public Schools discussed var- ious aspects of child health and care. Dr. Lotta Hitschmanova, Unitarian Service Committee, made a moving appeal for support and understanding for the work they were doing for the suffering children of war»torn Europe in an address “I was There". Mr. Francis Flood, Agricultural Attache to the United States Embassy, stressed the importance which imports to a country held in its progress and welfare of home and community life. The Ottawa Temple Choir gave delightful renditions of many old ball- ads and folk-songs and Mrs. Mildred Landonentcrtaincd with two clever readings. The convener of Com- munity Activities and Public Relations reported that she had received twelve compiled reports from thirteen Dis- tricts. but regretted that one District forwarded reports as received. The Convener for Agriculture re- ported 100% response and the report on Citizenship and Education was a record of achievement and should be given greater publicity. Many Branch- 25 studied the new province New- foundlandâ€"45 history, resources, in- dustries. poetry and the National Anthem. Several Branches promoted an interest in new Canadians with their special skills, arts and crafts. One group arranged an art exhibit to introduce an Italian artist to prospec- tive pupils and patrons. A warm welcome was given to the delegates returning from the meeting of the Associated Country Women of the World at Copenhagen, Den- mark. 'Mrs. J. R. Futcher gave an interesting account of her experiences while abroad, Miss Ann P. Lewis, showed coloured pictures of the trip to Denmark and Mrs. Arthur Hudson, representing the Eastern Area, assur- ed the delegates that she would Summary Issue 1950.51 gladly share her experiences 1' members at local meetings du‘iiiili the coming year. ' L he STRATFORD AREA is mmim. zoo Branches 7013 n n r 'In â€"Attondsnce 406 mbws The combined Districts of H. Waterloo, Wellington, Bruce, Hu,.,' East, Grey South and Perth N..,.,T and Centre met in Stratford, 0min" 17-18, with an attendance of 4m: ” The theme of the Convention i v,. “Better to Light One Small (‘wilh than to Curse the Darkness" and in 3,, address at the opening session up R. J. White urged the member 1,, make use of their talents as . .,, the smallest candle burning is in i[.,r than darkness. In the Instituo \have the privilege and opportunw developing our own small talent Delegates were formally welmmm to Stratford by Mayor Tho- 1; Henry. He announced that anâ€" .: ments had been made to suspend 1i i. 1;. ing restrictions for the delemvi: while they were in the doni area. The Chief of Police ; briefly to the delegates assuring n that if they left 3 Convention ii... gramme displayed in the wind-i M of their car the police officers \i n ll not give a ticket for parking mt tions. From the various reports \lC‘ that two Institutes are compiling l torics of their villages for ~ County Councils. Institutes are 17‘ ing a proposal of the Galt Boairl Trade to set up a county iliSiH‘l -. museum. Another novel suggo was to use the mail order catalw . us an aid in teaching English to ‘ Canadians. A new pride and appreciatim the Women’s Institutes was stimul by the delegates from Copenhaii l. when Mrs. Futcher, Miss Lewis ‘ Mrs, Arthur Hamilton told their x1 and showed pictures taken dining their tour. HAMILTON AREA 10 Districts, 171 Brunch“, 5,553 Menu. r â€"Attondanca 800 More than 800 women from i countries of Wentworth, Haldiinrw Lincoln, Welland, Norfolk and Bi. met for their Twentyfourth Ann' Convention in Hamilton, October ' 20. Their choice of theme was a quu' 7 tion from Winston Churchill: “Th~ who serve supreme causes do not cw- sider what they can get, but nl they can give. Let that be wt privilege; let that be our rivalry r the years that are before us." Mrs. Lloyd D. Jackson, wife of tin Mayor of Hamilton, welcomed =lv delegates to the Convention and thm were many speakers at the sessmi including Mrs. J. R. Futcher, >‘ Thomas, provincial president; ill-- Anna P. Lewis. Toronto and LIL, J E. Houck, Brampton, who had nr' returned from attending the Convw- tion of the Associated Country Woiw v' of the World in Copenhagen. One of the highlights was a‘dennn stration on "Rug Making"â€"a l'fi\dl recreationâ€"by Mrs. Norman Rob i- son of Brighton Beach, These rin were the envy of all who saw (hair and set a challenging standard M excellence to all rug-makers. As at most other conventions _llr‘ reports of the conveners of standim: committees had been received in tune to have the material mimeographcr! through the courtesy of the Wameii S Institute Branch and Home Economics Service and distributed to the delc» gates for future reference. LONDON AREA 10 Districts. 162311111111“, 5,475 Members -â€"Ai:tenlll'ncu 700 "The kind of growth which is the goal of Women's Institute members was demonstrated recently in Low don when the University of Western (Continued on Page 5. col. 1)