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South Wellington Women’s Institute
Forms New Branch Institute Badenoch Junior Women’s Institute Started ─ Miss Margaret McLean Named President August 8th 1934. At a well attended meeting, held yesterday
at the Badenoch schoolhouse, In the absence, on vacation, of the District Officers, the immediate past district president and secretary, Mrs. J. A. Carleton and Mrs. G. B. Richards, were asked to officiate. The chairman, Mrs. Carleton, gave a concise account of the aims, objects, origin, and history of the Women’s Institutes, and Mrs. Richards read the official plan of the organization and the constitution for Junior Institutes. The following officers were elected: President ─ Miss Margaret McLean Vice-Presidents ─ Miss Velma Beaton & Miss Penelope McLean Secretary-Treasurer
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Directors ─ |
Miss Margaret MacEdward, Mrs, Donald Simpson, & Mrs. Angus Buchanan |
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Press Reporter ─ Miss Mary Hanning Auditors ─ Miss Olive Beaton and Miss D. Clark District Director ─ Miss Margaret McLean Miss Jessie Jeffrey, a former district president, in a few well chosen words, offered on behalf of the branches and District of South Wellington, congratulations and good wishes for the future of the new branch. It was arranged that the regular date of the meeting be the last Tuesday of each month, and that the next meeting be held at the schoolhouse. Miss Annie McLean extended the thanks of the gathering to Mrs. Carleton, Mrs. Richards, and Miss Jeffrey for their assistance in organizing the new branch. |
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Badenoch Junior Institute Holds
Annual Meeting May 29th 1936. The Badenoch Junior Women’s Institute held its second annual meeting at the home of Miss Margaret McLean, the President. The Secretary-Treasurer, Iola Clark, gave the financial report for the year. Miss Helen MacEdward gave an interesting report on the conference held at the O.A.C., which she attended. A recipe was given by Mrs. P. C. McLean. The election of officers resulted as follows: President ─ Miss Velma Beaton First Vice-President ─ Miss Mary Hanning Second Vice-President ─ Mrs. W. Campbell Secretary-Treasurer ─ Miss Helen MacEdward Assistant Secretary ─ Mrs. Archie Scott District Director ─ Miss Iola Clark Flower Committee ─ Mrs. P. J. McLean, Mrs. J. A. Elliot Pianist ─ Miss Margaret McLean Auditors ─ Miss Jessie Elliot, Miss Rachael McIntosh Branch Directors ─ Mrs. J. G. McLean, Mrs. F. Mast, Miss Annabel McLean |
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Representatives to District Annual ─ |
Miss Velma Beaton, Miss Helen MacEdward, Miss Jessie McLean, & Miss Iola Clark. |
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At the close of the election of officers, Mrs. F. Mast moved a vote of thanks to the past President and Secretary for the services that they have rendered in the past year. Refreshments were served at the close of the meeting by the lunch committee, Mrs. A. Scott, Miss Jessie Elliot, and Miss Margaret McLean. |
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Badenoch Junior Women’s Institute July 3rd 1936. The regular monthly meeting of the Badenoch Junior Branch of the Women’s Institute was held at the home of Miss Mary Hanning, about thirty-five being present. The President, Miss Velma Beaton, was in the chair. The roll call was answered by “suggestions for a picnic”, to be held in July, after which, the minutes, business, and correspondence were dealt with. Several piano solos by Jessie Stallibrass were much enjoyed, as was an interesting report of the conference held at the O.A.C. recently, given by Miss Margaret McLean. Mrs. D. MacEdwards gave a seasonal recipe and the meeting was brought to a close by singing the National Anthem. The refreshment committee, Mrs. F. Mast, Mrs. D. Simpson, Miss Jessie Elliot, and the hostess served a dainty tea, and a social half hour was spent. |
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Badenoch Women’s Institute May 11th 1937. Miss Louise Hystead
was hostess to the April meeting of the Badenoch Women’s Institute at the
home of Mr. Thomas Foley. Mrs. J. G.
McLean gave the current events, followed by readings by little Miss Gladys
Hystead and Miss Margaret Martin. Miss
Iola Clark, District Director, gave her report of the meeting held in |
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Women’s Institute at Badenoch
Elects Officers for Ensuing Year May 27th 1937. The annual meeting of the Badenoch Women’s Institute was held at the home of Miss Velma Beaton. The election of new officers resulted as follows: President ─ Miss Mary Hanning First Vice-President ─ Mrs. W. Campbell Second Vice-President ─ Miss Donalda McLean Secretary-Treasurer ─ Mrs. A. M. Scott Assistant Secretary and Press Reporter ─ Mrs. Fred Mast Directors ─ Mrs. Geo McIntosh, Mrs. P. C. McLean, Mrs. J. A. Elliot Auditors ─ Mrs. J. Martin, Mrs. Wm. Hanning Pianist ─ Miss Annabel McLean District Director ─ Miss Helen McEdward Flower Committee ─ Mrs. J. G. McLean, Miss Jessie Elliot Miss Audrey McEdward favoured with an organ solo. Mrs. W. Campbell gave a splendid report of the district annual and Miss Velma Beaton gave a violin solo, accompanied by Miss Anna Gilmour. All were very much enjoyed. At the close of the meeting, refreshments were served by the hostess, assisted by Mrs. Geo. Rollins, Miss Margaret McLean, and Mrs. J. A. Elliot. |
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Delegate Reports on Meat Project at
Badenoch Women’s Institute February 28th 1938. The February
meeting of the Badenoch Women’s Institute was held at the home Miss Chrissie
McLean, with an attendance of twenty-six members. Current events for the month were given by
Mrs. Peter C. McLean. It was decided
to have a speaker come from the Institute for the Blind, also to have the play,
“ Following the business was a piano solo by Miss Margaret McLean, and a three-minute speech by several institute members, under the headings of “Recreation” by Mrs. W. Campbell, “Gardening” by Mrs. P. J. McLean, “Good Magazines” by Miss Iola Clark, “Home Nursing” by Mrs. Leachman, and “Pieced Quilts” by Mrs. H. McEdward. These were most instructive and interesting. The meeting closed with the National Anthem. Refreshments were served by the committee to close a busy afternoon. |
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Badenoch Women’s Institute July 16th 1938. The Badenoch Women’s Institute met at the home of Miss Jessie Nicoll. A letter of thanks was received from Mrs. Mary Martin for flowers received when in hospital and also a note of thanks from Mr. James Martin for a card of sympathy received after the death of his brother. It was decided that Institute meetings be held, in future, on the first Tuesday of the month. Miss Mary Hanning was appointed to the executive committee. Miss Velma Beaton and Miss Margaret McLean favoured with an instrumental duet. Current events were given by Miss Margaret Martin. Miss Jessie McLean gave a splendid report of the district annual. Congratulations were extended to Miss Mary Hanning for winning the prize for the history of Badenoch at the district annual. Miss Mary Hanning favoured with a vocal solo. A spelling match was enjoyed, Miss Louise Hystead being the winner. Tea was served and a social hour enjoyed. |
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Badenoch Branch Members Guests of the Utoka Women’s Institute July 23rd 1938. The July meeting of the Utoka Women’s Institute was held at the home of Mrs. J. Fleming, with the Badenoch Women’s Institute as guests. Mrs. Robert Williamson, President of the Utoka Institute, occupied the chair for the business part of the meeting, during which, it was decided to give the usual donation of two dollars to the Eramosa plowing match. A picnic is to be held in the near future. The slogan, “A Link With the Past”, was given by Mrs. Williamson. Mrs. Campbell, President of the visiting branch, took the chair and the following program was enjoyed, a vocal solo by Miss Jessie Nicol, readings, which proved to be very interesting, by Miss Mary Hanning, a little impromptu song by Barbara Campbell, enjoyed by all, readings by Miss Iola Clark and Miss Margaret Mclean, and a solo by Miss Louise Hystead. Following this was a “cake contest”, the winner being Mrs. McLean of Badenoch and Mrs Robson of Utoka. A number of other prizes were given as follows, oldest lady present, Mrs. Mitchell, youngest person present, little Betty O’Hara, lady present with the most grandchildren, Mrs. Mitchell, and person with a birthday that day, Mrs. Atkinson. A hearty vote of thanks was tendered the guests for accepting the invitation and their most splendid program, after which, the serving of refreshments, including ice cream, brought a very pleasant afternoon to a close. The garden party, held under the auspices of the Utoka Women’s Institute, proved to be a very successful event, four institutes competing in the program, the prizes going to, first, Riverside W. I., second West End W.I., third, Badenoch W.I., and fourth, Rockalong Women’s Institute. |
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Badenoch Women’s Institute August 4th 1938. The Badenoch Women’s Institute met at the home of Mrs. G. McIntosh, on Tuesday, with a large attendance of members and visitors. A letter of thanks was received from Mr. Edward Scott for a plant sent him, also a letter from Mrs. Donald McDonald thanking the institute for a plant sent her. The President, Mrs. W. Campbell, thanked those who helped put on the program at the Utoka garden party, where the Institute received third prize. It was decided
that the Institute buy material and make up clothing for the relief
fund. Mrs. P. C. McLean and Miss
Jessie Nicoll were appointed to look after this work. It was also decided to get five frames made
for screen for windows in Miss Mary Hanning favoured with a vocal solo, “Lassie O’ Mine”. Current events were given by Miss Jessie McLean. A reading was given by Miss Rachael McIntosh entitled “Trust”, and a reading by Miss Louise Hystead entitled “Experience”. Miss Jessie Nicoll gave a recipe for summer salad. Miss Margaret Martin favoured with a reading entitled “The Last Hymn”. Refreshments were served. |
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Badenoch Women’s Institute December 10th 1938. The Badenoch
Women’s Institute met at the home of Mrs. Wilfred Campbell. There were twenty-four members present and
one visitor. A letter of thanks was
received from Mr. John McIntosh for fruit sent him. Mrs. Douglas Mclean thanked the Institute
for the opportunity of being delegate to the Provincial Women’s Institute,
held in Some Christmas
carols were sung, after which, Mrs. Wilfred Campbell, who was the delegate to
the 37th annual Provincial Women’s Institute, gave a splendid
paper on the meeting in “God Save the King” was sung, and refreshments were served by the committee. |
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Badenoch Women’s Institute April 22nd 1939. The April meeting of the Badenoch Women’s Institute was held at the home of Mrs. James Martin, with an attendance of 25 members and 2 visitors. The improvement plan was discussed and several decided to enter the contest. A paper was read about reforestation and it was decided to send an order for trees. It was moved by Miss Louise Hystead and seconded by Mrs. John Elliott, that Miss Jean McLean and Miss Margaret Martin be delegates to the girls’ conference, and as alternatives, Miss Jessie McLean and Miss Alexandra McLean. It was decided to take as choice of subjects for the project, first, table setting and home service, then, finishing furniture and glove-making. Miss Velma
Beaton favoured with a violin solo, which was much appreciated. Mrs. A. M. Scott gave a splendid report of
the district annual. It was moved and
seconded that the convention be held in Refreshments were served and a social half hour spent. |
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Badenoch Women’s Institute June 10th 1939. The monthly meeting of the Badenoch Women’s Institute was held at the home of Mrs. J. A. Elliot, on Thursday June 8th, in the evening. The meeting began in the usual way with the opening exercises. The roll call was answered by twenty members, or more. As each name was called, the member was supposed to hand in a written question. Later, each one drew a question and answered it. Miss Louise Hystead gave an excellent report on the district annual, at which, she was the main delegate. A poem, “She Nodded to Me”, in Scottish dialect, was recited by Miss Jessie Nicol, which was much enjoyed. The next meeting is to be held at Miss Nicol’s home, and is to be at 1:30 p.m., which is one hour earlier than our usual opening. The members were in favour of donating a small sum to the Badenoch Mission Band. “The Road that Brought You to Me” was then sung by Miss Mary Hanning. Owing to the resignation of our former President, Mrs. W. Campbell, Miss Margaret McLean will now occupy that position. Mrs. J. G. McLean presided until our new president was chosen. The National Anthem was sung and lunch was served by the committee. |
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Badenoch Women’s Institute August 4th 1939. The August meeting was held at the home of Mrs. Black, of Moffat, some twenty members being in attendance. Miss Velma Beaton thanked the committee in charge for the card of sympathy, received after her recent bereavement. The meeting then
decide to have a Plunkett dinner at A kitchen contest was won by Mrs. Thomas Amos. A dumbbell contest was given and enjoyed by everyone. Collection was taken up in aid of the blind, after which, the meeting closed in the usual manner. Tea was served by the committee and a social half hour spent. |
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Badenoch Women’s Institute September 12th 1939. The September meeting of Badenoch Women’s Institute was held at the home of the Misses Donalda and Jessie McLean recently, with twenty members answering the roll. Letters of thanks were read for fruit and flowers sent and for sympathy cards to Mrs. D. A. MacLean and Mr. and Mrs. R. Clark, who had been recently bereaved. It was announced
that the annual convention, which up to this year had been held in The program for the meeting was held under the direction of Mrs. H. Leachman, health and child welfare convener. Current events were taken by Miss Mary Hanning. Misses Eleanor and Norma Sutton gave a much enjoyed duet, followed by a paper on “Drink Milk for Health”, read by Miss Audrey McEdwards, and a piano solo by Miss Florence Black. A paper on preventative medicine was read by Mrs. H. Leachman. Refreshments were served by the committee during a social half hour, and the meeting closed with the singing of the National Anthem. |
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Badenoch Women’s Institute October 12th 1939. The monthly meeting of the Badenoch Women’s Institute was held on Tuesday at the home of Mrs. D. MacEdward. After the opening exercises, the roll call was answered by about fifteen members. The program was in the form of a children’s day program. Mrs. J. G. McLean read a bedtime story, which was enjoyed. A lullaby was sung by Miss Mary Hanning. The members then took part in some children’s games. Miss Helen Gilmour was the winner of the pie contest. Tea was served and a social half hour spent. |
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Badenoch Women’s Institute May 18th 1940. The annual meeting of the Badenoch Women’s Institute was held recently at the home of Miss Jessie Elliot. After the opening exercises, about twenty-two members answered the roll call by paying their yearly institute fee. The officers presiding for the year 1940-41 are as follows: President ─ Mrs. J. G. McLean First Vice-President ─ Mrs. J. A. Elliot Second Vice-President ─ Miss Velma Beaton Secretary ─ Miss Iola Clark Assistant Secretary and Press Reporter ─ Miss Mary Hanning Organist ─ Miss Stella McLean Assistant Organist ─ Miss Jean McLean Directors ─ Mrs. P. J. McLean, Mrs. D. MacEdwards, Miss Donalda McLean District Director ─ Miss Jean McLean Auditors ─ Miss Jessie McLean, Mrs. D. Simpson Flower Committee
─ Mrs. Douglas McLean, Miss The members were very fortunate in having Miss Celia Synott at the meeting. In her talk, she explained the Chamber of Agriculture, and gave a very interesting paper on “Tact”. “The |
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Badenoch Joins Agriculture Chamber June 22nd 1940. The monthly meeting of the Badenoch Women’s Institute was held at the home of Mrs. Wm. Hanning and Miss Mary Hanning, with an attendance of about twenty-three ladies. Mrs. J. G. Mclean, the new president, presided. The members of our Red Cross committee are attending the reorganization meeting of the Red Cross in Morriston this week. It was decide to join the Chamber of Agriculture, which is for the benefit of the farmer. The Institute is not having a short course this year on account of war work. The report of the Girls’ Conference was given by Miss Margaret McLean and Miss Stella McLean. Miss Margaret McLean read Miss Jessie McLean’s report. Miss Jessie Nicol gave a very much enjoyed reading. Following this, all present joined in some patriotic community singing. Miss Jean McLean gave the report on the District Annual, which was held in Memorial Hall on June 6th. The July meeting will be held at the home of Mrs. Douglas McLean. The National Anthem was sung. Tea was served and a social half hour was enjoyed. |
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Badenoch Women’s Institute September 10th 1940. The monthly meeting of the Badenoch Women’s Institute was held recently at the home of Mrs. Thomas Amos, of Moffat. After the opening exercises, some 16 members answered to the roll call with “some item women should know about civics”. Letters of thanks were read for sympathy cards, fruit, and flowers. Miss Iola Clark
is to be asked to be the delegate to the convention in At the August meeting the Institute quilted a quilt that was given to them by Mrs. Martin and Miss M. Campbell. This quilt is to be sold in aid of the Red Cross. The meeting was under the direction of Miss J. Nicol, the convener of legislation. A very interesting paper containing a great many facts that everyone should know about legislation was read by Miss J. Nicol. Current events were given by Miss A. MacEdward. Miss M. MacLean read part of the essay that took first place at the district annual on “The Synopsis of the War Up to Date”. The next meeting is to be held at the home of Mrs. George McIntosh, on October 1st. The National Anthem was sung, followed by lunch and a social half hour. |
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Badenoch Women’s Institute Packs
Boxes for Overseas November 7th 1940. The regular meeting of Badenoch Women’s Institute was held at the home of Mrs. J. A. Elliott, with a fairly good attendance. A report of the Red Cross Committee was read by Mrs. D. McEdward, convener, which showed a large amount of sewing for war work and knitting for the red Cross being done. Mrs. A. M.
Scott, District Director, gave a splendid report of the officers’ rally,
recently held in Memorial Hall, During the afternoon, a quilt for war work was quilted, and boxes for the boys who are overseas were packed. There was some discussion on means of raising money, and the meeting was closed by the singing of “God Save the King”, after which, tea was served by the committee. |
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Badenoch Women’s Institute January 11th 1941. The January meeting of the Badenoch Women’s Institute was held at the home of Mrs. Donald Simpson, with twelve members and one visitor present. Owing to the absence of the President, through illness, the chair was ably taken by Vice-President, Mrs. John Elliott, assisted by Mrs. William Hanning, who acted as Secretary. After the
opening exercise and “O Two very
interesting papers were given, one, “A Quarter for House-keeping”, read by
Miss Jessie Elliott, and the other, “Being a Lady”, read by Miss Margaret
McLean. A letter from At the close of the meeting, “God Save the King” was sung, and a social hour enjoyed. |
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Mrs. J. Elliott President of
Badenoch Women’s Institute May 10th 1941. The annual
meeting of the Badenoch Women’s Institute was held in the President ─ Mrs. J. Elliott First Vice-President ─ Miss Velma Beaton Second Vice-President ─ Miss Margaret McLean Secretary ─ Mrs. Peter C. McLean Treasurer ─ Mrs. P. J. McLean Press Reporter and Assistant Secretary ─ Mrs. Wilfred Campbell District Director ─ Mrs. J. G. McLean Directors ─ Mrs. D. McEdward, Mrs. G. McIntosh, Miss Jessie Elliot Pianist ─ Miss Margaret McLean Assistant pianist ─ Miss Ann McLean Flower Committee ─ Mrs. Douglas McLean, Mrs. J. Martin Auditors ─ Miss Annie McLean, Mrs. D. Simpson |
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Red Cross Committee ─ |
Mrs. D. McEdward, Mrs A. Buchanan, Mrs. D. Simpson, with Mrs. Buchanan as Secretary of the Red Cross Committee. |
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Mrs. Fred Mast, Mrs. J. G. McLean, Mrs. John Elliot, and Mrs. W. Campbell were named delegates to the District Annual at Rockwood. Mrs. W. Hanning was appointed as representative to help in the selling of candy and home baking at the District Annual. It was decided to sell tickets on the quilt that was quilted at the home of Mrs. John Elliot. The proceeds are for the Red Cross. A pleasant time was enjoyed and supper served by the refreshment committee. The June meeting is to be held at the home of Mrs. W. Campbell.
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Badenoch Women’s Institute June 10th 1941. The Badenoch Women’s Institute met at the home of Miss Jessie Nicol, with seventeen members and three visitors present. After the opening exercises, the business discussion followed, including the election of standing committees, which resulted as follows: Home Economics ─ Miss Margaret McLean, Agriculture and Canadian Industries ─ Mrs. Jack McLean, Health and Child Welfare ─ Mrs. Fred Mast, Flower Committee ─ Miss Margaret McLean. While the ladies
were busy quilting, Mrs. Fred Mast, a delegate to the District Annual at
Rockwood, gave her report. An interesting
paper on “A Country Woman and Her Problems”, written by Mrs. Donald Hanning,
was read by Mrs. W. Hanning. Mrs.
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Badenoch Women’s Institute Concert
Splendid Success June 1941. A splendid
concert, under the auspices of the Badenoch Women’s Institute, was held at
the Mr. Jack McLean was chairman and made some inspiring remarks. Mr. Donald Hanning also spoke a few words. Mrs. John Elliot, President of the Institute, moved a vote of thanks to all who helped make the evening such a success. Supper was served and a social time spent. |
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Badenoch Women’s Institute Holds
Tea and Quilting July 12th 1941. Miss Jessie Nicol was hostess for the July meeting of the Badenoch Women’s Institute, which took the form of a quilting and a tea, with a good attendance of members and visitors. The President, Mrs. John Elliot, conducted the business part of the meeting. It was decided to hold a picnic later in July. Mrs. Angus Buchanan and Mrs. D. MacEdwards, of the Red Cross Committee, gave their reports, which showed much accomplished for war work. A quilting was held at the home of Miss Jessie Elliot, and another is to be held at the home of Mrs. Peter. C. McLean, later in the month. A table of useful articles, which were donated by the members, was on display. They were later sold, the proceeds for the flower fund. Current events were given by Betty McLean. Two lovely solos were sung, one by Mrs. John Cockburn, “The Sweetest Story Ever Told”, and the other by Miss Eleanor C. McBean, “The Songs My Mother Used to Sing”, accompanied by Mrs. Bruce Smith. Mrs. Bert Huether gave a humorous reading entitled “Digesting the Newspaper”, which caused much laughter. Miss Florence Elliot rendered a piano solo, “The Old Oaken Bucket”, which was much enjoyed. A social time was spent. The committee for the very successful tea was Mrs. F. Mast, Mrs. Peter C. McLean, Mrs. John Elliot, Mrs. Peter J. McLean, Miss Jessie Elliot, and Mrs. D. McEdwards. A goodly sum was realized for the general fund. Quite a lot of articles have been collected for salvage. |
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Badenoch Women’s Institute September 5th 1941. The September meeting of the Badenoch Women’s Institute was held at the home of Mrs. Angus Buchanan. Mrs. John Elliot, President, conducted the business, while the members and visitors quilted a warm quilt for overseas. Mrs. Angus
Buchanan was appointed delegate to the Institute convention at Chesley, on
September 10th and 11th. Mrs. John Elliot and Mrs. Duncan McEdwards
were appointed as local leaders to the cheese project to be held in Guelph at
the Y.W.C.A., in the near future. It
was decided to donate $5 for sugar for jam for overseas, also $10 to the
Puslinch Red Cross boxes to be sent to the local soldier boys in A very
interesting and inspiring talk was given by Mrs. Burgess, of Morriston, who
spoke on “Thoughts on Our Home”, which was much enjoyed. Mrs. Fred Mast, convener of health and
child welfare, gave an interesting paper.
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Badenoch Women’s Institute Does Red
Cross Work and Quilting October 3rd 1941. A pleasant afternoon was spent at the home of Mrs. Fred Mast when the Badenoch Women’s Institute gathered fro their October meeting. After the opening exercises and general business, Mrs. D. McEdwards gave her report on work accomplished for the Red Cross. Mrs. P. J. McLean, treasurer, gave her report and kindly offered her home for a quilting and to receive donations for boxes for overseas soldiers. The committee appointed to pack the boxes was Mrs. H. Scott, Miss Margaret McLean, and Mrs. P. J. McLean. Mrs. Orrin
Buttenham read a very interesting paper on “Progressive Education”, written
by Miss Jean McCaig. Mrs. Jack McLean
read a clipping from the Guelph Mercury, “New Ideas”, which dealt with text
books and education. Miss Margaret
McLean rendered a piano solo, “On to Victory”, and Miss Jessie Nicol recited “To Help Them Over There”. These were much enjoyed. Mrs. Wilfred Campbell read two letters from
After the program, the ladies quilted and refreshments were served by the hostess and refreshment committee, Mrs. D. Simpson and Mrs. A. Scott, and a social time enjoyed. During the absence of the president, the vice-president, Miss Velma Beaton, occupied the chair. The Badenoch Women’s Institute gratefully acknowledges the donation of flannelette for quilts, also blocks, 18 inches by 22 inches, of print patches, that ladies, interested in Red Cross work, made and gave to the B.W.I. to quilt. Mrs. Archie Scott was hostess at a quilting in September. |
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Badenoch Women’s Institute to Aid
Red Cross at Puslinch November 8th 1941. A very pleasant afternoon was spent at the home of Mrs. P. J. McLean when the Badenoch Women’s Institute met for their November meeting, with a good attendance of members and guests. The President, Mrs. John Elliott, conducted the business. Reports were heard from Mrs. P. J. McLean, treasurer, Mrs. Angus Buchanan, Red Cross Secretary, and Mrs. Douglas McLean, Secretary of the flower committee. It was decided to eliminate sending boxes of flowers for the duration of the war and to have a visiting committee instead. Four dollars is to be sent to the Puslinch Red Cross for blankets, also $5 each month. Mrs. J. A. McLean, convener of Agriculture and Canadian Industries, had prepared three very interesting papers, but was unable to present, through illness. “Wool, the finest fabrics processed from Canadian wool” was read by Mrs. Archie Scott, “Apple Juice, the newest Canadian beverage”, by Miss Margaret McLean, and “Youth, the most valuable crop of a Canadian farmer”, by Mrs. Wilfred Campbell. Betty McLean
favoured with a piano solo, “Marching Through A splendid report was given by Mrs. Weir of the Riverside Women’s Institute, of the recent convention in Chesley. A great deal of worthwhile and interesting material was gained from this. We were happy to have Mrs. Pearl and Mrs. Fleming and little son, who accompanied Mrs. Weir. Tea was served by the hostess and committee, Mrs. Wm. Hanning and Mrs. James Martin, after which, the ladies quilted. A quilt was made at the home of Mrs. P. J. McLean in October. |
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Badenoch Institute Aids the Red
Cross February 9th 1942. A busy afternoon was spent at the home of Mrs. John Elliot, when the Badenoch Women’s Institute held their February meeting, with a good attendance of members and visitors. Miss Velma Beaton conducted the business while the ladies quilted. A donation of $1
is to go toward refreshments for the bingo at Aberfoyle. The Secretary-Treasurer and the Red Cross
Secretary gave their reports, which showed a good balance on hand. Mrs. D. MacEdwards gave her report on work
accomplished for the Red Cross. Miss
Margaret McLean is to be on the executive of the Puslinch Red Cross, as the
Badenoch representative, in place of Miss Jessie Nicol,
who is in A splendid paper on “Should Parents Influence their Children in Marriage?”, was given by Mrs. Douglas McLean, and much enjoyed. Current events were given by Miss Jessie Elliot. An interesting talk and demonstration on the use of honey in cooking was given by Mrs. Sheldon Trousdale, of Corwhin. This was much enjoyed and a good deal of useful information regarding honey, gathered. Tasty samples were enjoyed. Mrs. Frank Elliot
sang “Rose O’ Day”, accompanied by Mrs. Murray Work turned in to the Puslinch Red Cross by the Badenoch Women’s Institute is as follows: Knitting ─ 42 pairs of socks, 4 pairs of mitts, 17 scarves, 1 sweater, 1 pair of wristlets, 15 quilts. Sewing ─ 12 girls’ dresses, 4 pairs of pyjamas, 14 pairs of men’s pyjamas, 16 boys’ sweaters, 14 boys’ shirts, 1 girl’s coat, 3 sheets, 2 pairs of bloomers, 108 diapers. |
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Badenoch Women’s Institute to Make
Donation to Red Cross Society April 9th 1942. Mrs. George Rollins, of Campbellville, was hostess for the April meeting of the Badenoch Women’s Institute. Reports were heard from the Secretary, Treasurer, and Red Cross treasurer. Thirty-five dollars from the general fund is to be added to the Badenoch Red Cross fund, and a $1.00 donation made for maple sugar to the Navy League. Miss Margaret McLean read the bulletin from the Puslinch Red Cross and also current events. Mrs. Orrin Buttenham was named auditor, to replace Mrs. George Wilson. The nominating committee was named as follows, Mrs. Duncan McEdwards, Mrs. Fred Mast, and Mrs. Wilfred Campbell. Mrs. J. G. McLean, district director, gave a very interesting account of the officers’ rally and district directors’ meetings. Boxes were packed last month for the soldiers overseas. Also, “The Old Tyme Fiddlers” gave a concert and dance, sponsored by the B.W. I. A splendid paper, prepared by Mrs. Frank Elliott and read by Mrs. Wilfred Campbell, on music, “Instruments of the Modern Orchestra, Musical Rudiments, and Life Histories of Composers”, was much enjoyed. Refreshments were served by the hostess and Mrs. John Elliott, assisted by Miss Velma Beaton, Mrs. H. McCaig, and Miss Margaret McLean. The Badenoch Institute is very grateful to Mrs. Angus Martin and Miss M. Campbell, who have given beautiful quilts and many useful articles to the Badenoch Red Cross. A quilting was held at the home of Miss Jessie Elliot in March. |
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Badenoch Women’s Institute July 10th 1942. The July meeting of the Badenoch Women’s Institute was held at the home of Mrs. George McIntosh. It was decide to gather more salvage and take it to the local school in two weeks’ time, also to take a collection of toilet articles to headquarters in Morriston, to be sent to boys overseas. A quilting was planned for two weeks from now in the local school. For the program, Miss Velma Beaton played “Bonnie Dundee” as a violin selection, accompanied by Margaret McLean. Current events were given by Mrs. Margaret MacEdward, and as guest speaker, Mrs. Richardson, from Utoka, represented the Federation of Agriculture. A Scotch dance by Helen Scott was enjoyed. This program was much enjoyed. |
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Puslinch Branch Members Guests of
Badenoch Women’s Institute August 7th 1942. At the home of Mrs. A. M. Scott, on Tuesday afternoon, the Badenoch Women’s Institute gathered for its August meeting, with Puslinch Institute as guests. About forty-five ladies were present. Owing to the absence of the President, Miss Margaret McLean took the chair for the business part of the meeting. The Secretary, Mrs. W. Campbell, reported on the sale of salvage, proceeds of which amounted to $16.14, credit for a large share of it going to Mr. Richard Buchanan. It was decided to have the next quilting bee at the home of Mrs. G. McIntosh. The chair was taken by Mrs. H. Bell for the program given by the Puslinch ladies. Musical selections were given by little Miss Norma Hall, Mrs. Roy Wingrove and Phyllis, Mrs. Don Smith, and Mrs. Earl Gregor, readings by Miss Dorothy Lewis and Mrs. A. J. Huether, and a vocal solo by Miss E. Hall. A splendid talk was given by Mrs. Moffat, who took as her opening remarks the quotation from Henry Van Dyke, “Life is an arrow, find your mark, make sure of your aim, and let it go.” She stressed the point of having a definite mark to aim at, that a life span was not measured by long years, but rather by how we spent the time given us. A contest was conducted by Mrs. McCaig and Mrs. B. Smith. A dainty lunch was served by the hostess and her conveners. Mrs. O. Buttenham moved a vote of thanks to those taking part, Mrs. E. Gregor responding. |
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Badenoch Women’s Institute January 9th, 1943. The January meeting of the Badenoch Women’s Institute was held at the home of Mrs. Fred A. Mast. The President, Mrs. J. A. Elliott, was in the chair. The secretary reported the proceeds of the dance and euchre, held in the Aberfoyle Hall, amounted to $39.50. Very interesting letters of thanks from local boys, Bill McIntosh and Donald “Mickey” Hanning, were read. Mrs. F. Mast, convenor of social welfare, spoke well on this subject. After the ladies made a quilt, the hostess served tea. The February meeting will be held at the home of Mrs. Angus Buchanan. |
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Badenoch Women’s Institute Plans
for June Salvage Drive June 5th 1943. A busy afternoon was spent at the home of Miss Velma Beaton, when Badenoch Women’s Institute held their June meeting, with a good attendance. Mrs. J. A. Elliott, President, conducted the business while the ladies quilted. It was decided to have a salvage drive early in June. The election of standing committees was held, which resulted as follows: Social welfare ─ Mrs. Orrin Buttenham, Publicity ─ Mrs. P. J. McLean, Agriculture and Canadian industries ─ Mrs. J. G. McLean, Home Economics ─ Mrs. Edward Gray. A paper on “Good
Housekeeping” was read by Mrs. Jas. Kitchen.
Mrs. O. Buttenham read a short poem, followed with current events by
Miss Jean McLean. An interesting
letter from Refreshments were served at the close of the meeting. The July meeting will be held at the home of Mrs. George McIntosh, of Hespeler. The |
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Former Member Presented with Vase
by Institute July 10th 1943. A pleasant afternoon was spent at the home of Mrs. George McIntosh, of Hespeler, when the Badenoch Women’s Institute met for their July meeting, with a good attendance of members and visitors. It was decided to accept the invitation to be the guests of the Puslinch Branch in September. Roll call was answered by “What I desire in a man”. The following program was much enjoyed: A paper, “Thoughts by the Way”, was read by Mrs. Peter J. Mclean. Reports of the district annual by Mrs. Douglas McLean. Mrs. Frank Elliott sang very sweetly “Mexicalli Rose”. Miss Margaret Mclean read the Red Cross bulletin. Mrs. John Mast, a former member, who has moved from the community, was presented with a lovely vase. Mrs. Archie Scott read the address and Mrs. James Kitchen presented the gift. The hostess served a very dainty lunch at the close of the meeting. Mrs. T. C. Amos, of Moffat, will be the hostess for the August meeting. |
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Badenoch Women’s Institute to Pack
Boxes for Boys August 10th 1943. Mrs. T. C. Amos was hostess for the Badenoch Women’s Institute when they met for their August meeting. The president, Mrs. John A. Elliot, was in the chair. It was decided to pack boxes in September for the local boys overseas. A salvage drive is planned for the latter part of August. Two very interesting letters were read from Donald Simpson, serving with the armed forces overseas. A paper on social welfare was read by the convener, Mrs. Orrin Buttenham, and Miss Margaret McLean played a piano solo, “The Gondolier”. Refreshments were served at the close of the meeting by the hostess, assisted by Mrs. John A. Elliot and Miss Jessie Elliot. from
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Badenoch Women’s Institute Plans
Social October 15th 1943 Mrs. J. S. McCullough, district president, and Mrs. D. Hume, district secretary, were the guests of the Badenoch Women’s Institute for their October meeting at the home of Mrs. Duncan McEdward. Mrs. McCullough
gave an interesting talk on “Current topics of what we hear today” and
“Homemaking and Citizenship”. Mrs.
Hume also spoke briefly. A paper on
agriculture, “Steel as servant of the farmer”, prepared by Mrs. J. G. McLean,
was read by Mrs. Archie Scott. Mrs.
Frank Elliott sang very sweetly “God Bless the Shores of It was decided to have the November meeting as a social evening in the local school. Roll call was answered by your idea of publicity. A delicious lunch was served at the close of the meeting by the hostess and Miss Velma Beaton. |
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Badenoch Women’s Institute Donates
Money to the Red Cross December 14th 1943. The December meeting of the Badenoch Women’s Institute was held at the home of Miss Jessie Elliot. The president, Mrs. John Elliot, was in the chair. The Badenoch ways and means committee sent $1.85 to the Puslinch Red Cross. A meeting will be held in the school in December regarding farm forum. Mrs. R. C. Moffat, guest speaker, gave a very interesting talk on “Reconstructed World”. A solo was sung by Mrs. Frank Elliot, “Bermuda Stream”. Mrs. Fred Mast played Santa Claus for the exchange of Christmas gifts. Christmas carols were sung, followed by a delicious lunch served by the hostess, assisted by Mrs. J. Kitchen and Mrs. F. Mast. The |
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Badenoch Women’s Institute Makes 7 Quilts, Socks in Month February 5th 1944. Mrs. Peter J. McLean was hostess for the Badenoch Women’s Institute when they met for their February meeting, with Mrs. J. A. Elliot in the chair. Mrs. O. Buttenham, Red Cross work convener, reported that seven quilts and several pairs of socks had been made in the past month. A progressive euchre will be held this month at the home of Mr. and Mrs. P. C. McLean. The following program was much enjoyed: Mrs. A. Buchanan read an interesting paper, “Diary of Domesticity”, written by Gladys Taber. “Johnnie Doughboy” was sung by Miss Mildred Buttenham, and Miss Marjorie McLean played “Pistol Packin’ Mama”. The current events were read by Miss Jessie Elliott. The roll call was answered by “How to stretch your sugar ration”. Refreshments were served at the close of the meeting by the hostess, assisted by Miss Margaret McLean and Mrs. P. C. McLean. The March meeting will be held at the home of Mrs. John Clark. from
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Badenoch Women’s Institute Donates
to Fund April 21st 1944. Mrs. A. Buchanan was hostess for the Badenoch Women’s Institute when they met for their April meeting, with a good attendance of members and visitors. Roll call, a question drawer, proved to be very interesting, with Mrs. A. J. Huether, of Morriston, answering the questions. The nominating committee was named as follows: Mrs. P. C. McLean, Mrs. Wm. Hanning, Mrs. T. C. Amos, and Miss Jessie Elliot. A donation of $10 is to be given to the blind, $5 to the cancer fund, $10 to the Puslinch Red Cross, $10 to the Greek fund, and $5 to the Mercury Distress Fund. Reverend Mr. At the close of the meeting, Mrs. E. Gray conducted a quiz contest, after which, everyone present retired to the dining room, where tea was served by the hostess, assisted by Mrs. P. J. McLean, Mrs. Wm. Black, Mrs. A. Scott, and Mrs. W. D. McLean. The tea netted the sum of $6. The |
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Mrs. J. McLean, Women’s Institute
President May 6th 1944. Badenoch Women’s Institute held its annual meeting at the home of Mrs. Orrin Buttenham, with a good attendance of members and visitors. The president, Mrs. John A. Elliott, conducted the meeting. Mrs. Fred Mast, treasurer, reported that $222.46 was raised during the year. The auditors’ report was given by Miss Jessie Elliot. A salvage drive is planned for the middle of May. Mrs. Orrin Buttenham, work convener, reported that the following work had been accomplished during the year: Quilting ─ 21 large quilts and 2 crib quilts, sewing ─ 6 girls’ dresses, 2 girls’ slips, and 1 pair of child’s sleepers, knitting ─ 31 pairs of stockings, 19 pairs of seaman’s socks, 4 pairs of mitts, and 1 scarf. Mrs. Archie Scott gave an interesting paper on war services. Mrs. Frank Elliot sang “The Marines’ Hymn”, and Miss Mildred Buttenham played “Don’t Sweetheart Me”. These were much enjoyed. New Officers ─ The nominating committee’s report, which was read by Mrs. Peter C. McLean, follows: President ─ Mrs. John G. McLean, 1st Vice-President ─ Miss Velma Beaton, 2nd Vice-President ─ Mrs. Peter J. McLean, Secretary ─ Mrs. A. Buchanan, Treasurer ─ Mrs. John A. Elliot, Assistant Secretary and Press Reporter ─ Miss Jean McLean, District Director ─ Miss Margaret McLean, Branch Directors ─ Mrs. William Hanning, Mrs. Douglas McLean, Miss Jessie Elliot, Auditors ─ Mrs. Frank Elliot and Mrs. Fred Mast, Pianist ─ Miss Margaret McLean, Assistant Pianist ─ Miss Marjorie McLean, Flower Committee ─ Mrs. Duncan McEdward and Mrs. Peter C. McLean, Courtesy Committee ─ Mrs. James Kitchen and Mrs. William Hanning, Red Cross Secretary ─ Mrs. Archie Scott, Red Cross Work Secretary ─ Mrs. Orrin Buttenham, Soldier’s Box Fund ─ Mrs. Peter J. McLean. A vote of thanks was extended to the retiring officers. At the close of the meeting, refreshments were served by the hostess, assisted by Mrs. Edward Gray and Mrs. John McLean. from
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Mrs. Archie Scott Speaks at
Badenoch October 24th 1944. Mrs. A. Buchanan
was hostess for the October meeting of the Badenoch Women’s Institute, with
the president, Mrs. J. G. McLean, in the chair. Miss Margaret McLean and Mrs. A. Buchanan
were appointed delegates to attend the convention to be held in Roll call was
answered with an “Agricultural implement”.
The meeting was then turned over to the convener of Agriculture and
Canadian Industries, Mrs. Archie Scott, who gave a very interesting paper on
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Badenoch Women’s Institute Gives
Donation December 13th 1944. Mrs. Douglas
McLean was hostess for the December meeting of the Badenoch Women’s Institute,
at which there was a good attendance of members and friends. Mrs. J. G. McLean presided for the meeting,
which was opened with the Institute Ode and “O It was voted to give $2 to the central fund, $5 to the Hospital for Sick Children, and $5 to the Canadian tuberculosis fund. Mrs. Hanlon, district president, was present and gave a worthwhile talk. Miss Mildred Buttenham favoured with a solo, and Mrs. F. Pinder, of Downey’s Women’s Institute, spoke a few words. The members joined in the singing of Christmas carols, followed by the exchange of Christmas gifts. Mrs. J. A. Elliot moved a vote of thanks to Mrs. Hanlon and to all those who took part in the meeting. The meeting was brought to a close with the singing of “God Save the King”. Refreshments were served by the hostess, assisted by Mrs. A. Scott and Miss J. McLean, and a social time enjoyed. The |
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Badenoch Women’s Institute Hears
Mrs. F. Mast February 13th 1945. Miss Jessie Elliot was hostess for the February meeting of the Badenoch Women’s Institute. Attendance was very small owing to the condition of the roads. Among the correspondence were several thank you letters from the boys overseas who received Christmas parcels. Delegates elected to attend the officers’ rally on March 1st were Mrs. D. McLean and Mrs. A. Buchanan. Mrs. Fred Mast read a very interesting paper on “Historical Badenoch”, giving the history of one of the first farms of the district to be settled. Reports of the area convention were prepared by Miss Margaret McLean and Mrs. A. Buchanan, and read at the meeting. A committee was appointed to pack boxes for overseas boys, and cigarettes will be sent immediately. The |
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Election Held at Badenoch May 15th 1946. Miss Velma Beaton was hostess for the May and annual meeting of the Badenoch Women’s Institute, at which Mrs. A. Buchanan presided. The roll call was answered by the payment of the membership fees for the coming year. Complete reports for the past year were given by the committees. Mrs. Kitchen and Mrs. MacEdward were appointed to close the Red Cross fund in a suitable manner. Twenty dollars is to be sent to the Institute for the Blind. Miss Jessie Nichol favoured with a vocal solo, and Miss Lyla Cairns, with instrumentals. The following officers were elected for the ensuing year: President ─ Mrs. A. Buchanan, First Vice-President ─ Mrs. P. J. McLean, Second Vice-President, Mrs. E. Gray, Secretary ─ Miss Jean McLean, Treasurer ─ Mrs. J. G. McLean, Assistant Secretary and Press Reporter ─ Mrs. J. Kitchen, Branch Directors ─ Miss J. Elliott, Mrs. W. D. McLean, Mrs. W. Hanning, District Director ─ Mrs. J. Elliott, Pianist ─ Miss Margaret McLean, Assistant Pianist ─ Miss Marjory McLean, Sick and Shut-ins ─ Mrs. Duncan McEdward and Mrs. W. Hanning, Auditors ─ Mrs. Fred Mast, Miss Velma Beaton, Finance Committee ─ Mrs. J. Kitchen and Mrs. J. G. McLean. The |
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Badenoch Women’s Institute Held
October Meeting October 18th 1946. The Badenoch
Women’s Institute held their October meeting at the home of Miss Margaret
McLean. With the president in the
chair, the meeting opened in the usual manner, with the Institute ode,
followed by the roll call, answered by a short poem. It was decided to send $1 per member to the
Mrs. Hume, the district president, gave an inspiring talk on the aims of the Institute. Miss Wylda Gilmore gave a tap dance. Miss Dewar, from the Red Cross, talked of the work of the Red Cross, and gave a demonstration on the different things, such as wheel-chairs, crutches, clothes, et cetera that the Red Cross will lend to people who need them in a community. The meeting closed with the National Anthem and lunch was served by the hostess and committee. The |
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Badenoch Women’s Institute Observes
Founding of Institute March 24th 1947. The Badenoch
Women’s Institute held a fowl supper at the school to celebrate the 50th
anniversary of the Women’s Institute in Although the night was cold and stormy around 80 members and their friends turned out for the hot supper that the ladies had prepared. Tables were decorated in the blue and yellow colours of the Institute, and yellow daffodils, lending a touch of spring, were set among plates of homemade rolls and butter, celery and radishes, together with cookies and tarts. Steaming plates of mashed potatoes, peas and carrots, dressing and fowl, were served. Following the first course, Mrs. Buchanan, President of the Badenoch Women’s Institute, introduced Mrs. Hume, the guest of honour, who is the district President of the Institute. She spoke briefly on the organization of the Institute 50 years ago, and then cut the beautifully decorated three-tier birthday cake. Following the banquet, the tables were cleared and progressive euchre was played, Mrs. Duncan McEdward and Miss Barbara Campbell winning top scores, and Mrs. Gravelle and Mr. John Elliott, consolation prizes. Everyone went home feeling that a very enjoyable evening had been spent, and many thanks are extended to those ladies who made it possible. From
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Badenoch Women’s Institute February 21st 1950. The January-February meeting of the Badenoch Women’s Institute was held in the home of Mrs. Donald J. McLean recently. The meeting opened in the usual way, with the president, Mrs. G. Buchanan, in the chair. There was a fair attendance of members and visitors. Roll call, “My Funniest Failure of the Year”, was well answered. The minutes were adopted as read and the treasurer’s report given. A donation of $10 was given to “The Canadian March of Dimes”. Membership fees will be paid to the Federation of Agriculture and Historical Research. A report of a district directors’ meeting was given by Mrs. A. Scott. Mrs. James Kitchen, Miss Jessie Elliott, and Miss Jean McLean were committee appointees to see about the play “Always in Trouble”. Mrs. Kitchen, convenor of home economics and health, read a paper, “The Family at Home”. Mrs. Donald McLean read papers on “Calcium” and “Carbohydrates”. A contest conducted by the hostess was won by Mrs. Peter J. McLean. Lunch conveners, Miss Margaret McLean and Mrs. Peter J. McLean, assisted by the hostess, served dainty refreshments. Miss Jessie Elliot, as courtesy convener, thanked all those taking part in the activities of the day. |
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Badenoch Women’s Institute April 4th 1950. Mrs. Donald MacDonald was hostess to the Badenoch Women’s Institute. The meeting was opened in the usual manner with the President, Mrs. Buchanan, presiding. There was an attendance of thirteen. Roll call, a helpful verse, was answered by the members present. The minutes of the last meeting were read and adopted, and correspondence dealt with, including thank you notes for remembrances. Donations of $10 were made to the Cancer Fund and the Institute for the Blind, and $8 to the Federation of Agriculture. The nominating committee was appointed, including Mrs. Donald MacDonald and Mrs. Elizabeth Grey. Mrs. Donald
McLean, convener of Historical Research, read a paper on Owing to the illness of conveners Mrs. Scott and Mrs. May, refreshments were served by Mrs. Buchanan and Mrs. MacDonald. The National Anthem brought the meeting to a close. Miss Margaret McLean thanked all those taking part in the activities of the day. |
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Badenoch Women’s Institute May 23rd 1950. The May meeting
of the Badenoch Women’s Institute met at the home of Mrs. D. MacEdward, which
was attractive with bouquets of spring flowers. The roll call, “a The members
decided to contact another institute to enable them to take advantage of Mr.
Alfred Hales’ offer of a demonstration in preparing and packaging food for
the freezer, to be held in Mr. Hales’ reception rooms on Mrs. A. Scott
gave the financial report as well as a report of the Directors’ Meeting, held
recently in Miss Velma Beaton then favoured with a violin solo. The conveners of the standing committees were as follows: Agriculture & Canadian Industry ─ Mrs. J. Elliot & Mrs. D. MacDonald Historical Research & Current Events ─ Mrs. E. Gravelle & Mrs. P. J. McLean Citizenship & Education ─ Mrs. Buchanan & Mrs. May Home Economics & Health ─ Mrs. D. MacEdward & Mrs. P. C. McLean Community Activities & Public Relations ─ Margaret McLean & Mrs. J. McLean. The meeting adjourned and refreshments were served by Mrs. Scott and Mrs. May, assisted by the hostess, and a social hour enjoyed. |
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Badenoch Women’s Institute July 21st 1950. The Badenoch
Women’s Institute spent a pleasant afternoon recently as the guests of Miss
Marjorie McLean, of Morriston, for their July meeting. Following the opening exercises, the roll
call was answered by giving a profitable way for children to spend their
holidays. A letter was received from
the department of Women’s Institutes, in After a discussion on the coming garden party, a very interesting and informative paper was given by Mrs. Buchanan, convener of citizenship and education. The paper was based on the history of “Our Flag” and traced the origin of the use of the flag from the beginning to our present day “Union Jack”. Most of us know how the “Union Jack” was put together, with red standing for courage, zeal, and fervency, white for purity, cleanness of life, and rectitude of conduct, and blue for loyalty, friendship, justice, and truth. It is a reminder to meet bravely what difficulties may come to us. A contest, “Salt and Fresh Water”, was won by Miss Margaret MacEdwards. The President thanked the hostess for her hospitality, and all joined in singing the National Anthem. Refreshments were served by Mrs. Peter C. McLean and Miss Velma Beaton, and a social hour enjoyed. The August meeting will be at the school, in the form of a picnic. |
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Badenoch Women’s Institute October 21st 1950. Members of the
Badenoch Women’s Institute enjoyed an imaginary trip across the prairies,
over the Rocky Mountains to the Miss Jean McLean gave a reading. The roll call “My favourite column in the newspaper” was well answered, with many newspapers and columns mentioned. The money received from the booth at the Centennial is to be put in the Building Fund. The Institute will hold a social in November, when they expect to entertain two neighbouring institutes. There is to be a “Touch and Take” table at this occasion and members, and anyone else wishing to do so, are being asked to donate articles. An interesting contest, prepared by Mrs. John McLean, on “Who’s who in Dominion, Provincial, and Municipal Government and the Women’s Institute” was won by Miss Jean McLean. The hostess, assisted by the lunch committee, Mrs. A. Scott and Mrs. May, served refreshments, and a social hour was enjoyed over the tea cups. |
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Miss Jean McLean Heads Badenoch Women’s Institute Officers May 25th 1951. The May meeting of the Badenoch Women’s Institute was held at the century old home of Mrs. Maier, with the new President, Miss Jean McLean, in the chair. The roll call took the form of a garden exchange, with many slips of plants and perennials. The standing committee conveners were appointed and the full list of officers is as follows: President ─ Miss Jean McLean Vice-Presidents ─ Mrs. Donald MacDonald & Mrs. Jas. Kitchen Secretary ─ Mrs. John McLean Treasurer ─ Mrs. Archie Scott Pianists ─ Miss Margaret McLean & Miss Velma Beaton District Director ─ Mrs. Buchanan Branch Directors ─ Mrs. P. J. McLean, Mrs. Wm. May, & Miss Velma Beaton Flower Committee ─ Mrs. Gray & Mrs. Hanning Auditors ─ Mrs. F. Elliot & Miss M. MacEdwards Press Reporter ─ Miss Margaret McLean Standing Committee Conveners: Home Economics & Health ─ Mrs. P. C. McLean & Mrs. MacEdward Agriculture & Canadian Industry─ Mrs. D. MacDonald & Mrs. May Historical Research ─ Mrs. P. J. McLean & Mrs. D. McLean Citizenship & Education ─ Mrs. Buchanan & Mrs. Maier Community Activities & Public Relations ─ Mrs. J. McLean & Miss Margaret McLean The co-operative program was discussed, and subjects chosen, as well as a short course for the branch. The topic, summer activities, was talked over, and the annual garden party is to be held again this year. A baking sale is to be held in the market building soon, to raise funds for the radio in the school. Mrs. Maier delighted all with a short poem, after which, the National Anthem was sung. Dainty refreshments were served by the hostess, assisted by Mrs. Black and Mrs. Kitchen. Mrs. Kitchen will be hostess for the June meeting. |
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Badenoch Institute Planning for
Picnic July 27th 1951. Mrs. William Black, of Moffat, entertained for the July meeting of the Badenoch Women’s Institute, with the President, Miss Jean McLean, presiding. There was a fair attendance of members and visitors. Mrs. Donald McDonald gave a splendid report of the district annual. A recipe for strawberry jam was given by Mrs. Wm. May. Mrs. G. Buchanan conducted a quiz on the handbook. Receipts from recent garden parties will not be as large as usual owing to the very wet weather. The next meeting will be held at the school and will be in the form of a picnic, with Mrs. G. Buchanan, Mrs. P. J. McLean, Mrs. D. McEdwards, and Mrs. A. Scott, the committee in charge. All ladies and children in the community are expected to attend. Mrs. D. Maier, courtesy convener, thanked those helping with the afternoon’s activities. Mrs. McDonald and Mrs. Buchanan assisted the hostess in serving delicious refreshments, with children present being served on the lawn. |
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Badenoch Women’s Institute July 18th 1952. The Badenoch Women’s Institute held their regular meeting last week at the home of Mrs. D. Maier, with historical research as the topic for the day. The roll call was “something old and its history”. Reports were given by the card convener and treasurer. A good sum was realized from the baking sale, held recently. Mrs. Peter J.
McLean, historical research convener, in a very interesting paper on
“Tradition”, said that “if a man gives his best every day, then he is giving
his family a tradition”. She suggested
that every family should make a family tree to record and preserve stories
and happenings of members of the family.
It has been said that one of the greatest contributions that Mrs. D. MacDonald gave the current events, after which, Jan and Keith Maier delighted with piano solos. A pleasant event of the day was the presence of several members of the Badenoch Belles Girls Club, who gave a splendid demonstration and talk on giving first aid. Mary Small showed how to apply a tourniquet, Emily MacDonald dressed a head wound, and Muriel Bruce bandaged a broken collar bone. Thanks were expressed by Mrs. May to the girls and to Mrs. Maier and her two sons for their part in the program. The meeting closed with refreshments, served by the hostess and Mrs. May and Mrs. J. Martin. A picnic will be held at Mrs. C. Wigood’s in August. |
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Mrs. P. McLean Hostess To Badenoch Women’s Institute Meeting February 24th 1953. Mrs. Peter J. McLean was hostess for the February meeting of the Badenoch Women’s Institute. Community activities and public relations were the topics of the meeting. The motto “the smallest good deed done is better than the greatest intentions” was given by Mrs. Douglas McLean. Mrs. James, in speaking of public relations, stated that intelligent public relations is based on good knowledge with good manners, humour and patience also being needed. She felt that one must be able to listen to both sides of the question, with good relations consisting mainly of nine-tenths doing and one-tenth talking. A paper on “Neighbours” was read by Mrs. C. Wigood, in which some of the fences needed to make good neighbours and good will, such as understanding, tolerance, kindliness, and above all, privacy, were mentioned. “Community activities” was the title of the paper by Miss M. McLean, who asked that all take as a motto, “Go Right on Working”, the first letters of which, spell “Grow”. A donation is to
be sent to the Refreshments were served by the hostess, assisted by Mrs. Gray and Miss Jessie Elliot. Prize for the lucky cup went to Mr. H. Wigood, and birthday prize to Mrs. D. McDonald. The March meeting will be at the home of Miss Jessie Elliot, when the District President is expected to be present. |
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Badenoch Women’s Institute February 11th 1954. Mrs. Sheldon Trousdale was the guest speaker at the February meeting of the Badenoch Women’s Institute when the members met in the home of Mrs. William May. The topics were historical research and current events, with Mrs. D. MacEdwards and Mrs. James Kitchen as conveners. Mrs. Trousdale spoke on “Our Heritage”, and she stated that a sure cure for the blues is to read history books and learn of the struggle of mankind for bread. As short a time ago as one hundred and fifty years, two-thirds of the people of the western world were starving. As nations became better fed and became free, more progress was made. Mrs. Trousdale felt that money is being made, the standard for living today is higher, and that more spiritual life is needed. Mrs. MacEdwards brought out the latest current events in the news and the roll call was answered by “something my grandmother taught me”. Mrs. William Black offered her home for another euchre in the near future, which was gladly accepted. An interesting
letter of thanks was read, received from a boy in the navy, who had benefited
from a donation which the members had made to the Navy League of Mrs. John McLean expressed thanks to Mrs. Trousdale and to everyone else taking part in the meeting. At the close of the meeting, refreshments were served by the committee, Mrs. William Black, Miss Jean McLean, and their assistants. A social hour was enjoyed and the lucky cup prize was won by Mrs. Martin. |
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Badenoch Women’s Institute Plans To September 18th 1954. Plans were made
to hold a paper and basket drive in aid of the Boy Scout movement, which is
being held in The amount that
has not been paid to the The services given by the Department of Agriculture brings to mind the many services given by the staff of this department to rural folk. Miss Gladys Hanning delighted all with a piano solo during the program, after which, an interesting paper on the growing of fuchsias outdoors was read by Mrs. James Kitchen. Delegates to the Institute convention to be held at the O.A.C. in October were announced, namely, Mrs. Maier and Mrs. D. MacDonald. Mrs. J. Kitchen and Mrs. G. Clark were appointed as local leaders for the girls’ club. Congratulations were extended to the President, Mrs. Maier, on her entry of goats at the Canadian National Exhibition, which were successful in winning several prizes. Mrs. Gray occupied the chair in the absence of the president. Miss Jessie Elliott was the winner of a contest conducted by Mrs. Gray. At the conclusion of the meeting, refreshments were served by the hostess and her committee, Miss Jean McLean and Miss Margaret McLean, and a social half hour was then enjoyed. The hostess for the October meeting will be Mrs. Betty Gray. |
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Badenoch Women’s Institute March 16th 1955. Citizenship and education were the themes for the March meeting of the Badenoch Women’s Institute held at the home of Mrs. Buchanan. Mrs. C. Wigood gave a splendid paper on education in which she stated that as well as school attendance, the need for church attendance is just as great, and noted that only 50% of Canadians attend church. In an inspiring
talk on citizenship, Miss Jessie Elliot said that citizenship is actually
being a member of Miss Marion May delighted all with a vocal solo, “Irish Lullaby”, accompanied by her mother. Being the month
of St. Patrick, Mrs. S. Trousdale, guest speaker,
gave a very interesting paper on him. Contrary
to popular belief, St. Patrick was born in Mrs. Grey and Mrs.
D. McLean are to distribute bags for the mental health penny roundup. Mrs. W. May volunteered to go to a meeting
of the mentally retarded that is to be held in A very pleasing feature of the meeting was the presence of four Dutch ladies, three of whom sang trios in their native language as well as in English. They were Mrs. de Boer, Mrs. de Yacks, and Mrs. Jean Jans. Community singing of several Irish songs was followed by refreshments served by hostesses Mrs. Wigood and Mrs. Gray. Mrs. May thanked the hostesses and all who had contributed to the meeting. The April meeting will be held at the home of Mrs. MacDonald. |
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Badenoch Women’s Institute March 4th 1956. The members of the Badenoch Women’s Institute met at the home of Miss Margaret McLean. The meeting opened with nine members and four visitors present. The Institute ode was sung and the Mary Stewart collect repeated. Miss Jean McLean, Secretary-Treasurer gave the minutes of the last meeting, and various reports and correspondence. The nominating committee for 1956 was made up of Mrs. Grace Buchanan and Mrs. Wm. Hanning. Miss Margaret McLean introduced the speaker, Mrs. Lancefield, who spoke on historical research, current events, and showed various antiques. Miss Margaret McLean gave a very enjoyable reading. Mrs. James Martin thanked the speaker and all who had taken part in the meeting and the hostess for the use of her home. Refreshments were served by the hostess and the lunch committee, Mrs. Calvin Wigood and Mrs. I. Bousefield. |
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Badenoch Women’s Institute 1956 Officers Elected April 17th 1956. The annual meeting of the Badenoch Women’s Institute was held at the home of Mrs. Peter C. McLean, with fifteen members and one visitor present. The President, Miss Margaret McLean was in the chair, and the meeting opened by singing the institute ode and repeating the Mary Stewart collect. The Secretary-Treasurer read the minutes of the last meeting and various reports were dealt with. Cards of thanks were read from people who received cards and boxes while in the hospital. The institute was pleased to receive three new members. Roll call was answered by the paying of fees. A committee was nominated to look after the penny roundup. There is to be a paper drive in late April. Miss Jean McLean gave the secretary’s report. Miss Jessie Elliot gave the card and flower committee report. Mrs. Wm. Hanning gave the auditor’s report. Mrs. Grace Buchanan gave a report on agriculture and Canadian industry, and Mrs. Donald MacDonald, on community activities and public relations. Mrs. W. D. McLean gave a report on home economics and health. Mrs. George Clark gave a report on citizenship and education and Mrs. Donald MacDonald gave the nominating committee’s report. Officers for 1956 are as follows: President ─ Miss Margaret McLean First Vice-President ─ Mrs. Donald MacDonald Second Vice-President ─ Mrs. John G. McLean Secretary-Treasurer ─ Miss Jean McLean Assistant Secretary and Press Reporter ─ Mrs. George Clark District Director ─ Mrs. William May |
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Flower & Card Committee ─ Miss Jessie Elliot and Mrs. James Martin Pianist ─ Mrs. Peter McLean Auditors ─ Mrs. Wm. Hanning and Mrs. R. Hunter Courtesy Convener ─ Miss Jessie Elliot Miss Jessie Nichol favoured all with a solo. Miss Jessie Elliot thanked the hostess for the use of her home and all who had taken part in the meeting. Refreshments were served by the hostess and the committee in charge, Mrs. D. McLean and Mrs. William Black. |
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Badenoch Women’s Institute October 11th 1956. The The Secretary-Treasurer, Miss Jean McLean, gave the minutes of the last meeting and various reports were dealt with. The roll call was answered by “Don’ts for the sick room”. The members are holding a euchre party in the school on October 18th, and it was decided that a bale of clothing be packed for Unitarian Services, alter this month. Mrs. W. D. McLean introduced Dr. F. Little, who gave a splendid report on home economics and health. Miss Margaret McLean thanked Dr. Little. Mrs. James Martin gave a good report on the area convention and a demonstration on making fancy sandwiches was given by Mrs. Donald MacDonald and Mrs. Grace Buchanan. A short course will be held at the home of Mrs. W. D. Mclean, later this month. A contest was conducted by Dr. M. McCready, which ended in a draw. Miss Jessie Elliot thanked the hostess for the use of her home and also those who had taken part in the meeting. The meeting was brought to a close with the singing of “God save the Queen”. Refreshments
were served by the hostess and the committee, Mrs. Grace Buchanan and Mrs.
Donald MacDonald. There will be a
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Badenoch Women’s Institute December 20th 1956. The Christmas meeting of the Badenoch Women’s Institute was held at the home of Mrs. Elizabeth Gray, with fourteen members and six visitors present. The President, Miss Margaret McLean, was in the chair and the meeting opened with the singing of the Institute ode and the repeating of the Mary Stewart collect. The minutes of the last meeting were read and adopted and the correspondence was dealt with. Roll call was answered by a Christmas thought. Mrs. Grace Buchanan read a Christmas poem. Mrs. Mervin Tolton sang two Christmas carols. The President
then called upon Mrs. McCartney, who spoke on the “ Two members of the institute acted as Santa Claus and distributed gifts from a gaily decorated Christmas tree. Refreshments were served by the hostess and the committee in charge, Mrs. D. McEdwards and Mrs. George Rollins. |
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Badenoch Women’s Institute May 11th 1957. Mrs. William Hanning was hostess for the May meeting of the Badenoch Women’s Institute, with a good attendance of members and guests. The new president, Mrs. Grace Buchanan, presided, opening the meeting with the Institute Ode and the Mary Stewart collect. The roll call was answered by “how to keep your vim and vigour”. The minutes were read and correspondence dealt with, followed by a business session during which summer activities were planned. Mrs. Peter J. McLean, Miss Margaret McLean, and Mrs. Johnston were appointed conveners for a proposed bus trip, in September, to the Collinwood – Midland area. The pie, coffee, and hot dog booth at the auction sale proved successful and plans were made to have a similar booth at the John McLean sale in June. Instead of sending a leader to the training school, it was decided to ask the Badenoch Girls’ Club to put on a supper demonstration. A motion was passed to send for the “study kit” on furniture refinishing, made available by the Home Economics Service of the Department of Agriculture. Miss Margaret McLean gave the district director’s report. The standing committees for the coming year were elected as follows: Home Economics & Health ─ Mrs. William May & Mrs. Douglas McLean Citizenship & Education ─ Mrs. Peter J. McLean & Miss Jessie Elliot Historical Research & Current Events ─ Miss Margaret McLean & Mrs. James Martin Community Activities & Public Relations ─ Mrs. Wm. Hanning & Mrs. John McLean Agriculture & Canadian Industries ─ Mrs. Elizabeth Gray & Mrs. Gordon McLean A solo by Mrs. Frank Elliot, accompanied by Miss Margaret McLean, was much enjoyed. The meeting closed with the singing of “God Save the Queen”. Refreshments were served by the hostess and committee, Mrs. Calvin Wigood and Mrs. William Black. An exchange of perennials and flower slips took place. The June meeting will be held in the evening in the Badenoch school. |
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