ofrcunu -' _. on the district subdivisions- Reports ‘ Presented At Catholic. Women ’s League Convention At Georgetown The following is the report of he National Convention of the I athollc Women's Lewue read at ‘ e convention at Georgetown by firs. Frank Murray, Charlottetown. idbo was a delegate from Prince Edward Isla-nd. Following Mrs. fflurrey‘; report is the Diocesan re- ," rt read by the Diocesan Secre- . ry, Mrs. Harold Hynes, Monta- gue. . i RECORDING SECRETAIIIPS 3- REPORT Madam Chairman, Your Worship,- Madam National President. Madam '-Diocesan P."esident, Hon. Chaplain, ‘Rev. fathers, deegates and visit- Liars:- A few days ago I was informed ~_ha.t it would be my privilege as r-Secretary of the Catholic Women's 4League of the Diocere to render to (the year's activities. It offers an gpportunity for me to convey to _t__he members of the Catholic Wom- gxfs League in this province my deep appreciation for the honor which they saw fit to bestow upon me when theyelectod me secre- tary. Although the offlce carries with it several duties I can assure you I have found mcst of my tasks .very enjoyable. The truest hap- piness in life comes from the sat- isfaction of feeling that one has rendered a worthwhile service. No one can occupy the, ofilce of secre- tary without feeling that she is richly repaid through her widened experiences and deepened sympa- thies. I feel that I have not been able to live up to the high stan- dard of service set by my predeces- sors. but I can assure you. how- Ever, that any shortcomings on my part have been fully made up by the support given to the League by other omcers of the executive and the general rank r and file of the members. It is very gratifying to find all lo deeply interested in the welfare of the League. I should like to pay tribute to our President for the iability which she has shown to carry out the tasks oi’ her offlce so tactfully and efficiently. A large measure of the respect and confl- dcnce whlch the League enjoys is due to the wisdom and foresight of Mrs. Murray. I feel that a review of the year's gctivities can best be presented by reading to you a copy of the re- port submitted by this Diocese at the recent National Convention held in Ottawa. The report is as follows: iliocese of Charlottetown- Prince Edward Island (mil Mrs. Frank Murray, President; Mrs. H. J. I-Iynes, Secretary. y: It may be easily understood that bi the brief report requested the fork of each district subdivision of 52o Catholic Women's League in . e Charlottetown Diocese cannot be dealt with separately, owing to jhe very creditable number oi twenty-nine branches now operat- ing. As conditions, environment Ind activities of all are, on the whole, very similar. a. general re- Lport will adequately convey an outline of the good work being ac- complished. l, Our worthy bishop and clergy of this comparatively small Diocese may well be commended and con- gratulated on the organization of so many branches. Though e, num- ber, especially in rural dlstrictsare handicapped by severe weatherand dlfllcult travelling during the long winter season, it is surprising how well they function. An increase in membership, however, could and ghould be enjoyed by nearly ellthe subdivisions, and it is hoped that this desirable aim may be attained. We have no outstanding achieve- ments to chronicle, as depression and unemployment still hinder notable undertakings. However. de- spi."e existing conditions, we are giad to report the sum of eighty- _flve hundred dollars ($8,500) raised during the year. We paid Nat- ional obligations and contributed to the Regina Fund but dispersed most of this amount for the bene- flt and relief o1 parish and local needs. The Diocesan Convention was eld in September in the lnwn 0f umrnerslde. It lasted three days and gave the large number of dele- gates from the various subdivisions a greatly stimulated spirit of in- terest and endeavor to carry back to their respective centres. Th: gathering was honored by the pre- sence of our National President, Mrs. J. Coffey of Montreal, who graciously placed her store of knowledge and information at the service of everyone present. In an eloquent and inspiring address, she explained the aims and objects oi the League, and during the busi- ness sessions tirelessly responded t: all uuetions and inquiries. We are pleased to note that Mrs. Cof- fey was among those honored by His Majesty, the King, in his dis- tributlon of Jubilee Medals. Con- ygntion addresses were also given jlllits Excellency Bishop O'Sulli- you, and several of our local cler- ',gy. Much useful jbirineas was transacted during the ;flseloiu. Interpretation of lay-laws. _f_dfecusolons on important phiaes of fliatholfo women's league vvoi-lcond and necessary the pacing of commendable rezo- dutloru comprised a large portion ' the program. The tributes of ‘ ‘ and Appreciation‘ extended i i k I. ' inch in oiirpio- -foo1 m‘ and forxend have certain wtondffll _hls convention a brief outline of‘ |stw, making and . nienls. made to libraries. ladies contributed muoli to lo plea-no enter- large bimbo:- Of dele- tbeless, they indirectly participate in the actlvitlesof these thmufih committees such as Church, Hos- pital, Entertainment. and. several others considered necessary t0 W" care of existing needs and require- msnLs, peculiar to our parish and people. _ Orpnlnilon: Two subdivisions have been organized during the past year. namely, East Point and Iona. Economic conditions have a deterring influence on this. as on a'l matters of advancement. Only; Catholic Women's League of Can-.= tors of Service. ‘ r , r, i , d , hi l Ott J 24-28tli.‘ ld d it if t ‘ let the thirteen pa lshes hcweve remanr a a ed n awa une V glenczlefor Eeperszdagfi n" yea;5‘andl,t§chOLB:rS‘l;:p trlféiort. it was decided - o c without a suubdivision, and W trust that they will soon join the ranks. Social fare: Funds were raised by the different subdivisions in various ways. Amazing is the amount of good that has been done in conse- quence, The rick and needy every- where received substantial help. Food and fuel were liberally d18- tributed while clothing and other ~ necessities if life were provided in Several local every week to repairing gar- Large quantities of relig- 1on5 literature were given to Insti- tutions. The Chrirtmas season be- held its truc spirit reach beyond the home circle and much charity. good cheer and comfort were be- stowed on the poor and unfortun- ate.‘ The children of the Orphan- age were not forgotten-this insti- tution being remembered with a fair- share of festive bounty. Dur- ing the severe winter, Government relief, not always sufficient to ward off actual want and sufferinfl, W85 supplemented by Catholic Women's League donations. Instances are noted of medical and nursing aid numberless cases. committees meet supplied and of many helpful and encouraging visits made. Education and Scholarship: Edu- cation commands a great deal of general attention. Diocesan prizes were given as usual to Prince of Walm College and suitable awards were made by the Charlottetown District Subdivisions to students of St. Dunstatrs University, the Con- vent-s, and Catholic schools of the city. other subdivisions donated prires to their district schools. Sev- eral contributions of books were Theteaching of catechism has been carried on faithfully. Supervision of library books and of serial stories in the pl‘6&§ resulted in protests from the Catholic Women's League which led to removal of the former end eup- pression of the latter. Study Clubs: Study Clubs activ- ities have progresed quite well. social Service, child Welfare and Education make such a demand on time that the work has been some- what retarded. Two new KIWI! were established in Indian River Parish. Interesting and instructive meetings .are held at centres where groups are organized. Sisters of Service: While we 1'6- alize and appreciate the work done by the Sisters of Service in West- er-ri Canada, we find it dfmcult to assist them to the extent whlchwe would wish. our annual token of goodwill is a monetary offering which. though small, carries with it our best wishes for a sucoevful continuation of their work. Publicity: The majority of sub- divisions are quite faithful in pub- llshilig accounts of their meetings and activities. This is good busi- ness as lt encourages and helps to keep alive an active Catholic W0- men's Ioague spirit. Magazine: Our magazine circu- labion lsnot as large as it might be. This, however, is not due to lack of zeal on the part 0f its wor- thy convcnoz". for she has devoted much time and energy in making an extensive canvas. She is one of the pioneer promoters 0f our League, and her flue Catholic spirit, together with her literary ta'tc and ability makes her work a labor of love. A timely and inter- Pstlng article from her facile P6" appeared in a recent issue Ol thfi Canadian Leagues Juniors: Since we submitted our last report. no Junior branches of the Catholic Women's League have been established in our Diocese- There is only one, Charlottetown, carrying on work at present. This is now known as the Businws Girls‘ Unit, 1t has a large membership of active. lIldllStllOH‘. young women who take an im" riant part in the business, religious and social life of the city. and who form ore of its most worthwhile assets. A fa- vorlte project of theirs consists in contributing to the maintenance of old ladies in the sacred Heart Home. a Diocesan Institution for the aged. It is peaslng to note that our Catholic Women's League was lep- resenied during the early spring at a, most auspicious event that. will help make future history in the religious annals oi Prince Edward Island. We refer to the consecra- tion of Archbishop McGulcan at Toronto. our President was priv- ileged to be present at the cere- monies and in company with the Archbishop's mother was duly hon- ored and entertained as n. friend and relative of the illustrious Pre- late. congratulatory telegram were sent to Archbishop McGulgan on his appointment to the Diocese of__ Toronto, and also to lwsiislgnor G J. McLellln of Summer-Ado. onhls reception of Papal honors. On learning of the honor conferred on our National President by His Majesty. publicity of the fact was immediately given through the prone. District Subdivisions expressed sincere regret on the death of III outive Secretary. and our Dfoeoiati do Cubdlvirion had two Sigh blush offered for the rams of ha: mil. "This true friend. ‘f t!» OHM“ women's menu lin left to Ceno- dian women I billions and ' a ATHFLCHARLUFTETOWN _.GUAR.DIAN .. ’ of our membership and rocordedspeak fourlanguages and achievements." the said, "has con- indispensable ‘in meeting foreign‘- aiid Canada. In conclusion, we Bishop, our Honorary Chaplain. the oleiuy, and the National l” sideiit and embers, for their ever helpful attitude. We also gratefully ack- ioyal support and bonds of faith and charity." whole-hearted co-operatlon of the League __members within the Dio- wo hopefully beepeak for nowlcdge the CQSQ. League of Canada to greater and better eflorte f0; the glory of God and the good of our country. Respectfully submitted, ADELIIWE C. HYNES, Hoe. Se NATIONAL CONVENTION ‘ 1935. | Madam National Preiident, Madam v _ l Hosts-is, Rt. Rev. Chaplain, Rover-j has_ been contributed to assist this‘ dlfitflb ‘~ end Fathers, Your Worship, Omcfl burdened Diocese. Service and Child Wel-z ers, Mom‘ and Friends:- As delegate to the National Con- vention of the Catholic Women's,‘ occasioned by League of Canada, I beg to submit! 21st last of Miss Margaret Jonesfl iwho for fifteen years had been the rslllP Winners- lcfficient National Executive Score-f the following report: The Fifteenth Annual Conven- thank bur r come first. tributed in many ways to the Na- tional life of Canada, sponsoring orderly action in place of personal sentiments, and ‘ (honing the [n81 Dioceses "n; Le eisno tabllshdi‘ the coming convention wrdoin and thmiogmtal) Dag‘, ,,,,,,°,,,,,,‘f_ inspiration to successfully direct $11.5 out the Dominion, with seven hung stimulate the Catholic Womens d,“ and smtytm.” (763) sub, ydlvlslons. During the past flfieen‘, years, the sum of $2.288,800 ham of ‘Travellers’ Aid and Immigra- been raised, and $1,588,591 has been! tion, who told of the work at rail- lkway centres and ports of the Do- |an edzabllshtd principle of the minion. In this activity, the Dea- cy’ i League that parish and home work? gue works hand in hand with the There has been won-l land assistance given thousands of Following is a report of the ' slonary work, the sum of $55 382.001 passengers and new Canadians can Fifteenth Annual Convention of, having been contributed to thesis“ wgll be understood. expended for local needs, f0: it is derful assistance given to our mis- The League ha: already the yearly quote, of c1000 Mrs. Coffey made ouching reference to the the death on March tlon of the Catholic Women's Lea- j tary and Editor of “The Canadian gue of Canada was held June 24- Zath. in Ottawa, capital city of thej Dominion, with headquarters in the' delegates and membe _ Convention Mass in. Notrer All sessions were held in the I Dame Basilica and received I-loly nine Dlfivimes °f ‘he 133mm“- Communion in a body. The oele- _ brant was Most Reverend J.G. For» venor said that dllflnd the Chateau Laurier. Convention Hall of the Chateau, and were presided over ‘by the -Na- tional President. Montreal. A business meeting of the Na- tional Executive was held on Mon- , the League." our official organ. ‘ Tuesday morning, June 25th,. attended Mrs. J. Cofiey,| bcs of Ottawa. who bestowed the Apostolic benediction, while Right Reverend Felix Coutourier, 0.B.E., Bishop of Alexandria, preached a Regina l l was a ‘lscholarship, extending over a per- g 1 d 1 g y, ti, 1,2 fiod of four years, and already four gr” 05s an we e ague‘ young ladies have received their day morning, June 2l"t. when Lea- gue questions were discussed pre- paratory to the work of the Con- vention. At the luncheon hour, the hostesses were the Ottawa Diocesan Executive, with Mrs. J. A. McCabe. Diocesan President, presiding. the afternoon the National Presi- dent, Mrs. Coffey, accompanied by the officers of the Executive, laid a wreath on the sarcophagus, in the Memorial Chamber of Parliament building. A reception and tea. was then Elven in the chambers of the Speaker of the Senate with Mad- ame P. E- Blondin and Mrs. R. J. Manlon hostesses to the National President and omcers of the Nat- Formll Opening On the evening of Monday June 24th. the formal ppeninil of the National Convention took place in the ball room of the Chateau Lau- rier, with an attendance of over nine hundred members and dele. gates. Representative of a member- ship of over thirty thousand, in the seven hundred and sixty-tbreesub- divisions of the Ioague in Canada, the attendance went on record as the largest yet to be accorded an Annual Convent-ion of the League, and the largest attendance at any Convention of women's organiza- tions held in Ottawa. Distinguish- ed representatives of Church and State w_ere on the speaker's plat- form. as well as representatives oi various fraternal Girl Guides from five different compan- ies formed a guard of honor for the ent_ry of the National Officers, the Hostess of Convention, Mrs. McCabe, and Her Excellency, the Countess of Bessborough, who hou- most inspiring sermon, explaining in impressive language our duty as home builders and members of the Catholic Women's League, to keep our womanhood on that high ped- estal of dignity and respect which In modem and pagan practises threat- en to undermine. __ Business Session The business sessions of Conven- tion opened at nine thirty a.m.,wlth the entry of the National Presi- dent and Executive, and the reis- ing of our flags by C.W.L. Girl Guides in attendance. The League prayer was recited and Convention called to order by the President, Mrs. Coffey. Roll call was answer- ed by ('1) seven National Omcers. twenty-five (25) National Councel- lors, (l3) thirteen National Cori- venors, ten (l0) life members, ninety-three (93) District Sub-div- ision delegates, seven ('1) accredit- ed Dlocesan Alternates, seventeen (17) accredited Diocesan alternates and eighty-one (81) visitors, mak- ing a total of two hundred and fifty-three (253). Rules of order were read and Convention com- mlttees appointed, followed by the reading of Convention correspond- ence. Acknowledgment was made through Government House for a message of congratulation which had been sent to Their Majirtles King George and Queen Mary on the occasion of their Silver Jubi- lee. Greetings were received from Cardinal Vllleneuve and the Apos- tolic Delegate. with regrets that thy were unable to be present. Nu- merous letters and telegrams con- veying greetings were received from Bishops, clergy and members throughout Canada. The report of Me of lb: various rn ored the meeting with her pres. ence. {opened by the recitation of the Iflasuc prayer by Reverend J. Ed- gar Brennan, Diocesan Chaplain. A “"1193 819M118 was extended to the delegates by the Hostess Ppegi- dent. on behalf of the Archdioces- an subdivision of Ottawa, and to the charming wife of Canada's The meeting was formally Governor-General. whose presence °ll this Igllinlvlvus occasion was sin- cerely appreciated. In replying Lady Bessborough ex- pressed her pleasure at having been invited to attend the opening meeting. Paying: "I know a great deal of what you do, and your motto "For God and Canada” is most inspiring, combining as it does the highest Christian ideals with a love of country." An m. dress of welcome was given by His Excellency Most Rev. J, G, Forbes, Archbishop o! ottswg W110 ex. pressed sincere wishes for the suc- cess of the Convention. and read a cablezrum from Cardinal Pacelli. Papal Secretary. bestowing the b‘essing of His Hollnezs on the Convention, and expressing grgtlfl. cation on having received a mes- sage of filial devotion sent by the RS308, prior to Convention. His Excellency referred to our orgqm. zation as a peaceful battalion of women workers for country, whose influence was rec. Oflnlzfid in the Nat1onul“lffe'oi Canada. Extended Greeting On behalf of the Federal Gov- ernment Honorable C. H. when, vlSnecgai-etary of State, extended greet- to all. In referring to our work as a National body. thcHon- orable speaker said that every gov- ernment needed the intelllgentand sympathetic understanding of wo- mfll- the Present social problems. having for all Canadian women a deep interest; "and," said he, "you have helped in many ways in find- ing the solution." Speaking a5 a representative of the English-speak- ins Oblates. Reverend Joseph smi- nell, O.M.I., newly elected Pro- vincial, told of his work in England with our sister organiza- tion. and saying, the work you no called uncn to do ls the noblest and snndut that my Christian can Jlltlclplte in. Speaking on behalf of the City of Ottawa. cordial greet- inu were extended by His Wor- Wllh l!" “Key to the City." Greet- ings were brought by reprewnteb ternsl Soci- eties, vll: lbderatlon _of Convent Alumnae, Federation of Paneli- Canadian Women, Canadian Sh- iloigmt Jones our National no- torlooi ' Council lnlglitl of fir. “h,...“"».‘;‘ll'§#‘ Alloelatiou, and Col church and y the last being opened and called the Nativity Oetwhetl- fill Iflllllv ' v and iii the Honorary Secretary, Mrs. E. E. Landry. Calgary, was heard with admiration for the efficient man- ner in which she had fulfilled her numerous duller. the work of all the Sub-divisions throughout Canada was given by A summary of the Executive Secretary (pro tem) Mrs. Madeline Murphy of Mont- real. On presentation of this ne- port the assembly stood in prayer- ful silence to the memory of the late Miss Jones. The report of the National Con- venor of Finance showed that dur- ing the past year the sum of $196,- 160.40 had been raked and ex- pended locally for Parish and Dio- cesan needs, ‘ess than 5 per cent having becn used for National ob- jectives. At the luncheon hour the speak- er wa. Reverend R. J. MoKenna of Bathurst. Father McKenna said he thought that the reason fcr the moral force of the League was solely because the members are women, “for.” said he, "in a good woman her virtue is (h: barometer of the virtue of the world." In- dividually, we should be the great- est moral force for good in the world. representing as we do, the greatezt organization or Catholic women in the New World. And though woman is first and fore- most queen of the home. her duty ‘extend; beyond. to society. to help in the bette-"ment of artificial civi- lization. In the afternoon the read- ing of National reports were con- tlnued, which I shall briefly out- lin Child Welfare The report on’ Child Welfare showed the past year to have been a very busy one, trying to I'm-s the demands due to unemployment, and in developing means and method: cf doing the greatest service to those in need in all communities. Touch is kept with the Provincial Governments through repreaen‘ t- ion in Children's Aid Societies and Notional Welfare organization; The very tltle of Sisters of Service seems to have l special appeal to all members of the C.W.I.~. and it is interesting to report that there are new sixty-four (M) profeued Sisters and sixteen (l6) noviouand poatulantl. 1n existence thirteen (l8) years, there an now fourteen (l4) notice-centres of the Order. in Regina A luminary of the work done by than nucleus workers in the Weat- orn Illicit‘ thousand four thoumiid. ‘ hety one (loin, ers. Two of these Sisters from the- Hcuse in Ottawa were present at this session, and- xpressedvappre- ciation of the invaluable aid the League has rendered their work. Conforming to the expressed wish of the Sisters of Service, their home (e111 new be known as/ C.W.L. Girls‘ Residents! Club." ' Travellers’ Ald and Immigration Reports were given by convenors Sisters of Service. and the comfort FoPowing the presentation of ruling regarding utlon of fund. Formerly this two thoilrend dollar ($2000) BA degree through being scholar- Under the new rul- ing, which comes into effect next year. there will be an award of $100 a year, for a period of two years (successively) to the girl student standing highest in senior matric- ulallon examination; in each of the Reporting on Education, ti? Ch- year forty-seven (47) books had been donated to Public Libraries, and the sum‘ of eight hundred and fif- ty-sevcn ($857) had been given in calh prizes to‘ stimulate the work of education in schools and colleges throughout Canada. The work done ‘by each Diocese in the cause of education we: enumerated by the Convener. The Junior League has now fifty- thrce. (53) Sub-divisions with a growing membership. and shows an active participation in various Lea- gue works, viz: lay retreats, social welfare, Study Clubs and Girl Guides. In reporting the work of the Business and Professional Wo- men's Unit. which has formed sev- eral new sub-dlvisions last year, the Convener stressed the need of more social Service workers, and suggested also as appealing and profitable lines of endeavor for business girls, designers for home decoration and radio broadcasting. A pleasant interlude was given by the Ottawa Juniors and Business Girl's Unit, who were hostesses at a delightful garden party at the summer home of Mrs. L. N. Poulln. Brlttanla Bay, a summer colony about seven miles from Ottawa. The program for the evening of June 25th featured an address by Captain the Reverend W.L. Mur- ray. MC. and Bar. of Campbell's Bay, who holds and enviable record among the padres who served over- seas. ldealsof the Family‘ “Th: Ideals of the Family" was the subject of Father Murray's ad- dress. l-le showed clearly that without the spiritual life the fem- ily becomes extinct, and so the nation. Speaking of ruthless Sov- iet Rwsia, in endeavorlng to wipe out Christianity. he said: “One does not have to be a prophet to foretell that any nation which 1.‘.- tempts the reconstruction oi soci- ety by wiping out of existence such e. fundamental unit as the family, is doomed to ultimate failure." Continuing the program, which had for its basis “The Family.’ ad.- dressos tvcre given .y Mrs. W. J.- Quinn, Ottawa, Mrs. M. A. Ranan, Antlgonish. and Mrs. D. l-l. Hay, Regina, their respective subjects being "The Child," “The Parent" and “The Teacher." This program.was an inspiring one, and a rare educational treat, and readers of our Magazineihould make a point o1 reading the ad- dresses which appear in the differ- eritwnumbers siucc Convention. On June 26th at nine am. the program called for the presentation of Diocesan reports from the thir- ty-one (Ill) Dioceses organlzrd. The report; of nccesdty were condens- ed, but the facts of their out- standing activities were evident. The amount of work done in the interests of Education. social Wel- fare, the l/llsslons, Immigratlomand the many and varied actlvitle= of the League, would be a revelation to anyone not familiar with the work of our organization. Arch-, bishop M. J. O'Brien, Honorary, Chaplain of the League, who was present. commended the members on their achievements. He felt that delegates should be need with zeal and enthusiasm. as he was, in seeing the expansion of their order and the vast amount of good ec- complished by combined effort. "You may think," said His Ex- cellency. “that you are not doing very much; but I have lltened to the reports of your different acti- vities. and I am deeply impressed. You are doing g wonderful amount of good and necesrary work. and if you were not doing it, why-it would not be done!" These words of commendation were a. further incentive to further effort in our work. (Tonight you shall hear a review of the work done in this Diocese.‘ by the mem- bers of the twenty-eight sub-divi- sions organised to date). . In s Changing World At the luncheon hour the guest ker was Mill Mo A. Cliflord, M. .. her subject being: "The Catholic Women's League, in ' a Changing World." She urged the League to direct some of it! more gifiedolllidnn toward the study of Iloonoiniuand politics, to form study clubs. under the direction of Unlvorsltfeerin or- dai- that an intelligent informed and patriotic nubile. "Jill. be the bulwark o! anion v tu- tioos. .'l'ho afternoon Marlon VII devoted to a Jimhr ptCflflIlhIBNh tooktiu remix-e penal Gilli!- TIII under such good authority." i ~ were served. and eei- Dion i if for one tiimuahd 1:11.“! ermrmim presented by than. ftllwlll gifted young ladies was s living 1°”! "Wuglgr. u. J and speaking tribute to their 1x181! intellectual sttcliimziits. At foul‘ o'clock in the afternoon the dele- we» wm driven to Meaoh Luke, in the Llumnttpi Hills where they were guests of Mrs. Ambrose O‘- Brlen at her beautiful summer home. not in on almost ineceessible 890i in the mountains. the hours enmi- iii this delightful home Proved a much needed and enldyeble relaxation from the t- business of the Conven- tion._ Here we viewed theirugged and majestic bflllty of nature and bmuflht away with us a mental exhilaration through the magic of placid lake and wind-filled pines. The evening was devoted to ad- dresses. featuring "Possible Agents In the Spread of Wholesome Ideas" which included three papers, on the press. the radio and thesoreen. Mrs. R. A. Pee, Sudbury, speaking on the Semen, endorsed Education- al Films. and spoke of the of our efforts in the Legion of De- filmy campaign. Mrs. E. E. Lan- dry. Cnlsary. in her paper on Ra- dl0. told of its contribution to Edu- cation, Domestic Science, Health, Art. Music and Religion. Miss K. O'Neil-I'll. Ottawa, referred to the present day powerful influence of the press, upon the economic, mo- ml and political life of the coun- try. the ideas of which are more~ or less adapted. Because of its wide-spread influence. the League endeavors to discourage the type of news sheet which caters to deprav- ed tastes. A srfendid addrers was given by John J. Connolly, Ph.D., LL.D., Ottawa. his subject b'hg "As the Family-so the Nation". His Ebicellency Archbishop 0'. Brien, who was present, congrat- "Wfid the I-flsue upon its efforts for wholesomeries in organs of public entertainment, and com- mended the speakers on the high plane of their addresres. Delight- ful musical numbers were a feat- ure of all evening program‘ Remaining Reports 0n Thursday. June 27th, the morning sessions reports still re. maining to be given were heard. The Convenor of Study Clubs said that already two hundred and thirty-two (232) groups had been‘ formed, Kingston end St. John leading with forty (40) and thirty. six (38) clubs respectively, There clubs feature a variety of study- sublscts. viz: music, poetry, art, better films. economics. ‘llramatics etc. The circulation of our Mugs,- zlne ls increasing. according to re- port of Convener, two hundred and twenty-five (225) having been add- ed to thelist. “The- Canadian Lea. sue." our Mazazine. is our official organ to maintain interest in all National endeavors, and cog-pies far-reaching echoes of what is be. in! done among our widely-scat- tered sister units. As one of the most effective bonds of unity, no member should be without it. In listening to the report by the con- venor of Social Welfare, one is "P31115886 with this outstanding work of charity. so necerary, ow- m! to the economic pressure of the times. Thousands of dollars have beénralsed for this purpose_ and 19,4193 articles of clothing and food have been collected and distributed "mm! m6 needy by the members of the League throughout Canada. The Girl Guide Companiw, spon- SW95 by our organization, now number reventy-one ('11) active companies. It is interesting to note that the Thirteenth Company 51115415 01’ Quebec won the coveted Lady Bessborough trophy, which 15 on view in the Chateau Laurier. This was competed m: by S11 the Guide Companies J1 Quebec. In 1934 the first group of Girl Guides that ever visited Rome officially W9" "NW6d by His Holiness the Pope. and received his blessing which was ext/ended to all Guides, their families and friends. The Convener asked that more of our women interest themselves in the mllviment. which His Holinezs ha: been pleased to call his very be. loved little daughters, his “Girl Guides." - ' The list. but by ho means least important ffililf-‘rt presented was that on "Lay Retreats," and the ‘Convener asked that we avail om. selves of the benefits gained by pa:- tlclpatlon in this movementatime set apart for spiritual regenera- l-iml- B¢ainnfng with individual reformation, may we not confident- ly hope for the betterment oi so. ciety? Closing Social Even‘. The closing axial event of the National Convention was the ban- quet 0n Thursday evening. which was given in the ballroom cf the Chateau Leurler. llitmbezs and frltnds o! the League to the num- b" 9X 51X lllllldfilfl Sfld sixly-{Qur were in attendance, including dis- tlnguished members of the clergy 5nd lllty- Mrs. J. A. McCabe. Hostess President, pregldgd save a cordial welcome ti guests, outstanding among whom were Their Excellerrcles Archbishop F0111". Ottlwa; Archbishop 0'. Brim. Honorary National Chaplain ""1 Blflwn a. H. Dignan, North Bay. Ontario. Following n”; which we’. pronounced by His m- celloncy Archbishop llorbes, gpny. er was offered for Pope Pius x1, The announcement we; mode by Hi5 Excellency thbt this was being done It the expregesd wish o; ‘h, NW. rather than the customary W"- ihle Mina u» rim time um t!“ Pflyfl‘ had been offend in OWIII. Th! t0“? t0 "Thg King-- W" Pmlwed by I-Ils Excellency Archbishop O'Brien, who pqid m. butt to Their Majextles King PM?" Ind Queen Mary. laying “n” 3'1"") mom o blesstd with l Bltlendid King and Queen, and their Ivbiecu h-efortumw in liv- when R- H. Di n k in brief wmbllmefllnrv %.p:f ‘the u. '0! League mWl-llhmlt Olnldl. III. J. 00f- lly. National President, address entitled "rftoon the tongue Family." CST] ll! our Mancini to [the her, - hum ‘aide the) m3‘ as as wneflvunteo rm. ‘Lounge and at, the close of ‘Couv flan by the" dflerent local and Diocesan Subdivision of Oltawl. The retir- lng_ Honorary Secret y, m1. Len- dly of Calgary, we: also the recip- ient of a special presentation from the National Ixeeutive. ' - Ifilollilolll At tbeelosing sessions held (I! Friday. June aaui, the Committee submitted which Included the Father and to the hierarchy, sym- pathy to those in sorrow. lndoour- tesy and appreciation to our otte- ' we hostesses and to the Ottawt Pius. In view o! the Persecution; in Mexico. the fl- ' vention went on record u- being opposed to tho purcluh of Moxf- . can goods, and participation in all inter-commercial relationships. 0th- er . no - (Re Divorce): Catholic Women's League of Cm- ada view with deep concern the » appalling increase in, and the fl- ciiity with which divorce decrees are granted, with resultant meets on morality, and the dislntegmtion of society- Be It Resolved that we go on record as definitely opposed to such. and its holding fuvioleble the doctrine of the Catholic church and further resolved, that copies of this resolution be forwarded to the Prime Minister. (Films): Whereas, the campaign of the Legion of Decency has met with a. gratifying response from the moving picture industry, uidin view of the fact of the anticipated organization of such an tndusfzyln Canada. Be It Resolved, that we, the Catholic Women's League. of Canada, renew our pledge to the Léflsue, and express the hope that the Canadian industry may con- form with all the principles of the League or Decency. _ (Censorship): Whereas, them is fairly strict censorship on books and Magazines published in Cen- lda. there is none (to our know- ledge) on publications coming in from other countries, and objec- tionable readfng material is dis- trlbuted from numerous newsstands iii nearly every locality, to the det- riment of the morals of ouryouth. Be It. Resolved, that we V, "“ the Federal and Provincial Govern- ments to exercise stricter censor- ship on the importation of such literature. (Text Books): The Catholic Women's League of 0mm; in Convent .. assembled, respectfully draw to the attention o; the Min- ister of Education of the Province of Ontario the need of s classes and larger type text books for the short-sighted or near blind in rural districts and smaller ur- ban centres. ' (Franchise): Whereas, the Gov. eminent. of Canada has granted the rightof franchise to women we, the Catholimwomerrs League o! Canada, deem it our duty to be thoroughly conversant with all pub- lic issues and to exercise ourright of franchle. Be It Resolved, that we record our expression; of this responsibility. Folowlng presentation of resolu- |C°fi€y 1n omoe are the following: and ; the i "Sh" I wouki again refer the readers M1306!‘- . and tlons, the election cf omcers then took place. Mrs. J. Coffey. Mont- real, was ie-elccted National Pre- sident by acclamation. With Mrs. Vice Presidents, Miss Florence Bo- land, Toronto; Miss Amelia Haley. St. John: Mrs. T. H. Hay, Regina; Mrs. C. J. Brennan, Kingston; Mrs. M. F. Ronan Antigonish. Honorary Secretary, Mrs. J. A. MeCabe. 0t. tawa: Honorary Treasurer, Miss Catherine McGrath. Edmonton. At a mezting of the National Ik- EBIIUVB. Mia Eva Dillon, Edmon- ton, was appointed to the pmitiqn of Executive Secretary. It was decided to hold the Nat- ional Convention of 1986 ln Ro- glna. in r:s tnse to an invitation coming though Monsignor Jansen, Administrator of the: Diocese. A message of congratulation was for- warded from the members in Con- vention to Archbishop-elect Rt. Rev. P. J. Monahan, on his eleva- tion to the Metropdltan See of Re- gins." In concluding my report I wish to say that the League is growlns year by year, oonrequently the am- ount of business to be transacted at Convention is becoming corre- rpondingly greater. Therefore, it is impossible, in the time at my disposal. to convey more, than an outline of the work which Occupied five days of strenuous activity. But I have endeavored to oonvry to you some idea of the work accomplish- ed throughout Canada by the Ca- tholic Women's League who's mem- bers, flrst and foremost, keep the home flies burning. thus lighting the way for, and directing our en- deavorz. under Divine guidance. throughout the length and breadth of this fair Canada of ours. REGINA MURRAY. Diocesan President, , C.W.L. Boys and Girls Poultry Clubs at ' Souris Exhibition "the Sourla-nnd lest PI. Soy: and Girls Poultry Clubs held their lo- cal competltlonat the Sourlo Exhi- bition on Wednesday. Sept. 11th. The Exhibition Aloelatioh at lou- rls l! to be commended for their in- terest and (to-operation in footer- ing the poultry indultry among the boys and om- " ' . , The oompetflllon in this cine was very been. The live bird 03:5»: were of exceptionally hllh q t1,- nnd the Judging work done by the boys and girll wu worthy of much praise. The result of the competi- tion in u follows: SOUIII OLUI mu McDonald; 4 Pauline ma my: t haunt: llehulm o Inn to Manon id ~ ~ p‘ ~ . lbfll llifboleldf . enamele- lb new. _ m m‘ slona or loyalty to our lplritufl - were. - Mucus, the ‘ per. Made by Kellogg’: ‘PEP Bran Flakes are popular with active appe- tites. They contain enough extra bran. to be ‘mildly laxa- tive. Always ready to cat. Delicious with milk or cream, Buy a package from your grocer. Enjoy these better bran flakes for breakfast, lunch or eup- Kellogg in Inndon, Ont. _,___.i_i The Central Guardian Thll column II run-wed (or new of loell Interest but advertising i I newly nature mu be inserted d canto n word strictly pueblo ii MAGISTRATES COURT—A man charged with operating a motor vehicle without a. chauffeurs l)- ceriseappeared before Magistrate D. Edgar Show, K. C., yesterday. He was fined one dollar and costs or in lieu of payment ten days in fall. TO- RECEIVE TREATMENT- The many friends of Mr. and Mrs. J- F. Mossey of Bothwell, PEI, will be sorry to learn that Mrs. Mossey left this week for Boston, Mass, where she will enter a hos- pital for treatment or a critical operation. Fond hopes are enter- tained for her speedy recdvcry to her usual good health. Her brolhlr. Mr. R. D, McKinnon, Amadalc, is also now in the City Hospital re- covering favorably from an opera- tion for appendicitis. KEMP-LAWSON-Priricipals in e very pretty wedding event which took place at. l0 o'clock Wednesday morning, Sept. llth. were Mr. Rog- ~inald Ernest Kemp of tho siafl of DeBlois Bros, and son of Capt. and Mrs. Miss Jessie Norah Lawson, recently , Kemp, Charlottetown, and of the Bank of Commerce stafLof this city, daughter of Mr. and Mrs. W. C. Lawson, Alberton- The mar- riage took place at the home of Mrs. Rogers, Upper Prince St, who is a.ii aunt of the bride. Only near relatives of the bride and groom were present. The ceremony was performed by the Rev. A. S. Weir, B.A., of viFllOn, a personal friend of the brides family. The wedding march was played by Mrs. Weir. The bride wore a lovely and becom- ing gown of white sutln, and cnr- rled a bouquet of roses. Her travci- ling suit was a blue ensemble wllh accessories to match. The wedding presents included a silver tea ser- vice from Governor DeBlbis‘ and Mrs. DeBloki, a table from the staff of DeBlols Bros., u chair from tho staff of the Bank‘ of Cornmcrcc, and many beautiful and valuable gifts from relatives and friends. After delicious refreshments wrn‘ served. the happy couple left im- mediately on a motor trip through the Maritlmes. After their return they will reside at 92 Upper Hills- boro St- Mr. and Mrs. Kemp have many friends in Charlottetown and in other parts of the Province who will hear with interest of the mar- riage and will heartiest good wishes for a happy extend to them and prosperous married life. CHANGE IN SPEAKING ITINERARY (or. a, Guardian's specie‘ wit" OITAWA, eept. l2--A cnmw‘ we! made today in the western speaking itinerary of Liberal load- er Mackenzie King, it was M)“ nounced at the party's national headquarters. Under the revised booking, he will speak lnSisliatool Supt. 24 and Regina Oct. 1. M,” ....._._....._.< Aulay; 5 Emma Mohulay- Judging competition: l Marius" ite McDonald; 2 Alice McDonald: 3 Rhete Ilcponoldr a Francis Mc- Aulay; I Rose McDonald: o Mari Illui McDonald; ‘I minis Modular BAIT P0181‘ CLUB Bolt Barred Rook Cockereliy] m; mar. fl-Staelly Die l.- Cluuioe w ; Hrvlnl am ‘ma: Pollen 1.1"? Sea; aolmnwftol: I:!=:"'~l Dlnlwell. m“: I-mrm“ lallillptifllillm," , _. '