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moored on the Ridge Road, RR i, Stoney Creek - 2.9 acres Thanks to every member in Ontario for making the second year of operation so successful. 1974 proved rewarding because Women's Institute members continued to be behind this project. You as- \lle‘d the Committee in so many ways. The [DC per member assessment which appears on your fee sheet received wholehearted support. This monev will btiild up our foundation fund and in the years to come the interest will carry the project. stated Mrs. Zoeller. Cash donations from individual members. Branches. Districts and Areas have been generous. The Committee have purchased needed articles for the Home from these donations. and we know from your ..omments and letters you are pleased. Articlesulso have been donated. enhancing many of the rooms. Erlano‘ Lee Parlour i-i/hat-Nor. a gift from York North District. With display of Canadian Glass donations from individuals and Branches. During the yearnwe engaged the services 0!" Mr. and Mrs. Victor Beachin. The Committee appreciate their coâ€"operation and know they have given pleasure to many viewing the Home. Overseas visitors espe- cntlly have thoroughly enjoyed their Visit and have taken time to write and tell us so. The municipality ol‘ Hamilton Wentworth Region have seen fit to grant us some funds for operational costs. The Committee feels overjoyed with this kind of support. and hope that this Women's Institute project will continue to attract many visitors over the years. The Erland Lee Home. situated on the Bruce Trail has been plaqtied as an historic site and it is our wish that this contribution to posterity will always be recognized by the Regional Municipality. Q s s 63 SE (‘3 223 s a a E s g THE ERLAND E HOE ' institutes of Ontario i . JL Mrs. Victor Beachin. hostess. takes time our to play the- old "Minnie Wafkorn“ organ from Perth South It is also our wish that all members continue to lend moral support. that you feel a sense of pride and you continue to feel this has been one ol‘ \our most worthwhile projects. ' A project ofthis magnitude continues on: as iii] are well aware we lack a constant water supply Plans have been made to drill it well (and hopel'tilly lind wa- ter) and build proper washroom facilities with a target of completion the Spring of [975. Inside the Home. plans haw been made to remove the bathroom off the upstairs hall. This itiil makc lltc hallway larger and the front window \till give addi- tional light and add beatin to this area. The bedrooms and hallway will be papcred in pcriod style. We would hope to start on a child‘s bedroom. To date wc only have one article. :i child‘sjumper. so any- one who has any child: furnishings or wishing to make donations. lhis will be the room we \till concen- trate on next. The Mtinictpulity ol' Hamilton~Wentworth is doing a survey and by next Sprint:r highway signs vvill hc- posted. which should assist LlIl visitors with travel di- rections. VISITING HOURS Hours for visiting the Home 7 |O:(l[} LLI'Il. ti13:i_l(l p.m.. Monday through Friday. with the exception of the month ol‘ February when the Home is closed. APPOINTMENT No appointment will be required for individuals or one earload to viSit the Home. Busloads. or more than five people. should make application to tour the Home to: Mrs. Wm. G. Miller. 5297 Lawrence Ave. E.. Higir land Creek MIC 1R5 who will schedule the tours. Wc feel this will give individuals the opportunity to drop in. while you can understand it is necessary for larger groups to be scheduled in an orderly fashion WOMEN’S INSTITUTE WEEK June 9-13, 1975 27