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a ED a. 10 THE OSHAWA TIMES, Tuesday, November 3, 1959 Started in Depression Days Welfare League Succors Needy In 19290 at a time of national erisis a group of women met to discuss ways and means of help- ing those in need. They banded together and called themselves the Women's Welfare League of Oshawa. They arranged to finance themselves by a membership fee of $1 per year, and each mem- ber paid 50 cents at every meet- ing. One chapter made layettes, another collected and repaired clothing, another concentrated on children's clothing, and another group visited and investigated needy cases. Thus the League grew. Mr. A. R. Alloway placed the top floor of the old Times Build- ing (now Oshawa Times) at the disposal of the League for head- quarters for storage and distribu- tion of clothing, etc. Friends were canvassed for food, clothing and monev. Local merchants co-oper- ated in many ways. In 1930 it was necessary to amalgamate all welfare agencies in the City. The City took over welfare, which left the League time for other projects, one of which was the formation of a Big Brother and Big Sister Federa- tion. As the years passed the work grew. The necessary funds came from donations and from the As- sociated Welfare Societies annual campaign. ' In 1935 the late Charles Rob- son donated his former residence to the league to be operated as a Settlement House. In the same year the league became char- tered as a charitable organization. In 1951, after a successful cam- paign for funds by members of the Welfare League, a new build- ing was added to the premises. It provided additional space for several -activities, but its main feature is a large gymnasium which allows for many sports activities formerly impossible. The original house now contains the administration office, the Nur- sery School and the Juvenile and Familv Court Office, and many of the girls' activities are carried on in this building. Each morning there is the Nur- sery School for four year olds and the School and Clinic for Cerebral Palsied children. Throughout the week there are various activities "including: Gymn and games room activi- ties and crafts, movies, police boys' club, archery club for boys and girls,, teen-age badminton club, Girls' Tee-Age Club, St. Joh First Aid and home nursing periods, bagpipe instruction, bas- ketball for biddy, minor and major leagues, golden age club for senior citizens, social wel- fare services. ~ The population of Oshawa con- tinues to grow steadily and with the general growth there is bound to be an increase of those who for one reason or another, and often through .no fault of their own, re- quire help. Many of these people for various reasons fail to come within the category of claims for which the City is able to assume responsi bility. During 1958 approximately 1870 people were assisted by the wel- fare committee, an increase of 470 over 1957. This assistance, given in various forms, included groceries, fuel, rent, drugs, school books, hydro, household articles, and new and used clothing. A total of 8815 articles of used cloth- ing were given out. In addition to the above mater- ial aid, many children and adults came to Simcoe Hall for help with various problems -- school, family, budget, etc. During 1958, $8901.65 in accounts was handled in the budget service. This alone involved many hours of counsell- ing and clerical work, but when it is realized how much emotional strain is caused by financial wor- ries and see the lift in morale when a budget scheme is in oper- ation, it is felt that this work is most worthwhile. Over ninety per cent of the op- erating budget of the Women's Welfare League is supplied by the Greater Oshawa oommunity Chest. Once a year this body con- ducts a campaign to raise funds to take care of the city's obliga- tion toward local needs. The charities represented by the Chest submit annual statements of expeses to the executive body of this group, and, from these tentative budgets, an allotment to each agency is made. The Wom- en's Welfare League, are depend- ant on this source of revenue, and are proud to be one of the organ- izations deemed worthy to be sponsored by the Chest. In turn, they support the yearly drive ac- tively as canvassers, and finan- cially as individuals. The officers of, the Women's Welfare League are: Past presi- dent, Mrs. A. S. McLeese; presi- dent, Mrs. R. E. Richardson; first vice - president, Mrs. K. H. Braithwaite; second vice-presi- dent, Mrs. A. P. Fulton; record- ing secretary, Miss Grace Burns; corresponding secretary, Mrs. J. A. Marshall; honorary treasur- er, Mrs. Leonard Wakeford. Welfare committee -- convener, Miss V. Moyse; co-convener, Mrs. C. M. Elliott. Property and maintenance com- mittee -- convener, Mrs. H. F. Millen. Clubs and program committee -- convener, Mrs. Graham Coul- ter; co-convemer, Mrs. Neil Fra- ser. Ways and means committee -- convener, Mrs. Gordon Miles; co- convener, Mrs. W. M. Shaw. Personnel committee -- co-con- veners, Mrs. D, J. Arkless, Mrs. John Harris. Nominating and membership committee -- convener, C. C. McGibbon. Public relations -- Mrs. W. H. Morehouse. Greenwood Evening WA Has Re-Stocked Church Kitchen The Greenwood Evening Woman's Association was form- ed under the leadership of Mrs. A. C. Luffman in 1946. We have worked, played and communed together, adding our little bit to the work of the Church in the community. and the world at large. May you all enjoy work- ing together to bring a little sun- shine into your corner, and like us, trust your ray of happiness will spread and grow with that priceless gift -- time, The year now lapsing into its twilight age, like an old man, settles back to review the past. He likes what he has accomplish- ed, but wishes for a chance to do better. In March, Mrs. William Pegg enjoyed the leadership course offered at Five Oaks. She brought back many new ideas to help us in the work. The month of May was a gay one with wedding bells ringing in happiness for Pegg and Ken Brooks. We were honored when asked to cater at the reception for the happy couple, and we wish them a life of joy and happiness. Also in May we held our spring bazaar with many friends paying us a call. The highlight of the day came when Mrs. McVey, the wife of a former minister here, so delight- Sheila |. fully opened the bazaar for us. During the year we were happy to restock the kitchen of the church with tablecloths and glassware. Some new music was also presented to the choir. During the spring and early summer while the men were bus- ily engaged with hammer and saw on the outside of our parson- age, we, with others from the Greenwood circuit, were busy wielding brooms, paint brushes, and polishers doing a face-lifting Job on the interior. Many hands make light work, and amid chat- ter and ever happy bantering, the parsonage took on a new sparkle and zest for life. During the summer a well was dug at the church, which we were happy to aid financially. In the remaining weeks of this year, we will present our gift to the M and M fund, and we an- ticipate selling United Church calendars. An evening we are looking for- ward to is a visit to Fairview Lodge, Whitby, with the Institute and WMS to entertain our Senior Citizens. Visits like these, gather: ed around the piano, singing the beautiful old hymns with these folks, can bring some of the hap- piest moments for them, and us. As the year draws to its close may Greenwood extend to you L St. George's WA Assists Missions The Evening Branch of the Woman's Auxiliary of St. George's Memorial Church, Osh- awa, meets on the first and third Thursday of each month, at eight o'clock in the evening under the leadership of the President, Mrs. Stephen F. Wotton. The group projects are worship and missionary endeavor. The Study Book, "He Cares", by Dr. Leonard Hatfield, dealing with the social service work of the Anglican Church of Canada has been conducted by Mrs. Ger- trude Penman. The Dorcas work under the leadership of Mrs. Robert Clay- ton has packed bales of good clothing for the Down Town Mis- sion in Toronto and Home for the Aged. Contact was made with the in- fant members of the congrega- tion, by a Little Helpers' party, membership cards and birthday cards. This important enterprise was in charge of Mrs. G. Blears, Funds for these projects were raised by catering to weddings, May Day Sale and Tea, co-oper- Siting with the Afternoon Branch and the Girls' Auxiliary. Contributions within the year were given to the following: Miss Constance Colpus who is teach- ing at Montreal Lake, Saskat- chewan; the Anglican Women's Training College, Humewood Eouse, Van Workers, Ingles House, Retarded Children's Fund, Church Wardens, Strachan House and Deanery Conference. Slate of officers for the year: honorary president, Mrs. Clinton Cross; president, Mrs. Stephen F. Wotton; vice-president, Mrs. Gerald Blears; recording secre- tary, Mrs. David Hutcheon; treasurer, Mrs. William Jackson; Dorcas secretary, Mrs. Robert Clayton; Study Book convener, Mrs. Gertrude Penman; social convener, Mrs. George Mac- Gregor; card convener, Miss Dulcie miller; publicity ' con- vener, Mrs. W. G. Coulby; Little Helpers Secretary, Mrs. Gerald Blears. all continued good luck, and en- joyment in all you do in your work for Him. In 1840 Women Foresaw WA of St. John's, Blackstock Little information is available concerning the Anglican Church's work in the Township of Cart- wright; but it is evident that ing district held regular Sunday as Siva we rpisiond a active well-or as early as 1840. The foundation date of the parish is 1850 and the first church, a frame building la- ter destroyed by fire, was erect- ed a year later, at the site of the tive records it is interesting to note that this church had the unique distinction of being the only church in the Province ever to receive the blessing, not only of the Bishop, but also of the Legislature. The Parish dates back to three years before the Synod of Toronto was incorpo- rated. In 1876, the present church was built. Following the dedication services, only $650.00 was due on the cost of the building and fur- nishings. The original Rectory still stands adjacent to St. John's Cemetery, in what was _ formerly the Cartwright Glebe." In 1928, the present rectory was built, You may ask, "What has all this history of the Parish to do with the present St. John's WA?" Throughout the ages, although the offices of the church have been held by men, ch of the work of the churchi has been done quietly by women. This work has been done day after day, year after year, since Biblical times but few records have been kept, until recent times. Although all records have been lost, be- fore the turn: of the century, there was a vigorous and flourish- ing. Ladies' Aid which worked for the benefit of the Parish church. In 1922, under the leadership of Mrs. Scott, wife of the Rector, Rev. T. W. Scott L. Th, a PEAT MOSS Canadian production of peat moss, chiefly for garden use, amounted to a record 149,000 tons in 1958. ex fh rl "37 LT) Fis HH : £ 5 <b HHH : H 3 P| i Years later, this WA work was extended to enlist the interest, support and active participation of women, girls and children in the missionary, educational and social service work of the Dio- fit of the Parish church. There are five departments of the WA--Educational, Social Sere vice, Dorcas, Youth (including the Girls' Auxiliary, the Junior Auxiliary, the Little Helpers and the Church Boys' League), and Financial. After meeting their Missionary Pledges in full, the St. John's WA contributes largely to the support of the Parish Church. The officers for 1959 are: : Hon. Pres. Mrs. Joseph Forder, Pres. Mrs. J. A, McArthur, Vice. Pres. Mrs. T. Graham, Records ing Sec. Mrs. T. H. Shemilt, Core responding Sec. Mrs. Wm. Van Camp, Treasurer Mrs. Frank Staniland, Dorcas Sec, Mrs. A. L, Bailey, Little Helpers Mrs. P. Chaperlin, J. A. Mrs. J. A. Me Arthur, G. A. Mrs. Harry Me Laughlin, Living Message and Bulletin Sec. Mrs. Harry Me- Laughlin, Auditors Mrs. Wm. Van Camp, Mrs, John Scott, Church Boys' League Mrs. Fred Hamil. ton, Rep. to Advisory Board Mrs. John Hamilton. Blacks Revel in the supreme luxury of ! : 72 SIMCOE ST. N. > Black's Ladies' Wear Ltd. RA 5-1912 JPEN FRIDAY EVENING TILL 9 P.M. 72 SIMCOE ST. NORTH Tempiodion, Looks incredibly real . . . the most beautiful man-made dur imaginable. Thrill to the touch of its lustrous : depth . . . admire its rich, dark glowing tones! You won't want to winter without it. Now is the time to choose and layaway until the + first frost. 10 to 20 Blacic or Brown opaz 119.95 Temptation Black Pearl