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28 THE OSHAWA TIMES, Tuesday, November 3, 1959 § Gregory The Great CWL C 20: Canada's Oldest Social Action and Health cover- 'zed, in 1921, one. year the Catholic Women's » of Canada was organized 'ly, the St. Gregory the Gri Parish Council, 8 unit of the conto Archdiocesan Coun- ao is one of the oldest in Can- T e Catholic Women's League of Canada is part of a world- wide movement of Catholic women with a membership of 37 million in 120 organizations es- tablished in 65 countries. It is the voice of the English-speaking Catholic women of Canada. It seeks the betterment of social action, the stimulation of effort in all lines of women's work, and gives unremitting support to the formation of enlightened public opinion. In particular it promotes the true ideals of Catholic family life and seeks to further the cause of Catholic education at all levels: to extend religious and civic help to immigrant groups of the Catholic faith, and to pro- mote social harmony. Its motto is "For God and Canada." The members of St. Gregory's Council meet monthly. The ex- ecutive and councillors are elect- ed to office, and the conveners of the standing committees are appointed by the president. The present officers are: Director, Very Rev.. Paul Dwyer, DD; president, Mrs. A. C. Love; 1st vice - president, Mrs. H. J. Duquette; 2nd vice- president, Mrs. Wm. Boissoin; 3rd vice - president, Mrs. P. J. Morrow; recording secretary, Mrs. T. Simmons; corresponding secretary, Mrs. H. T. Brain; treasurer, Mrs, Thos. Leveque. The standing committees and their conveners are: Spiritual; Mrs. J. A. Yanch; Citizenship and Immigration, Mrs. C. C. Murty; education, Mrs. Ray Scott; Girl Guides, Mrs. H. J. Duquette; banquets, Mrs. Ken- neth Cole; membership, Mrs. George Fairhart; Resolutions and Report Forms, Mrs. Ralph Jones; Radio, TV and Films, Mrs. Robt. Normoyle; Social Ac- tion and Health, Mrs. P. J. Mor- row; legislation, Mrs. Wm. Bois- goin; social, Mrs. Kelly DeGray; telephone, Mrs. E. Harper; press, Miss K. Connolly. . The League year ended with a membership of 234. The treasur- er's annual report indicated a very satisfactory financial posi- tion, and a substantial cheque was given Dean Dwyer for par- ish projects. A room in the parish auditorium was furnished and eontributions were made to many causes, locally and on diocesan and national levels. In the field of education, two parish scholarships of $50 each were awarded to the boy and girl from St. Gregory's school with highest standing in Grade 12 and going on to Grade 13. Contributions were made to the CWL national scholarship and to the CWL provincial bursary. A library was also started im the parish auditorium, 'Empress of India' DOE Lodge Named For Reigning Queen The Daughters of England in Oshawa was organized in Novem- ber, 1893. Twenty-four men and women met and named the Lodge "Empress of India" after the reigning of Queen Victoria. This organization, since started fa Hamilton, Ontario, in 1890, now reaches from the east to west coasts, with lodges in every province including Adult and Ju- venile Lodges. Grand Lodge of- fices of Canada except Quebec are located in Weston, Ont., Que- bec's being held in their own province. As a benevolent society the DOE pay a small weekly sick benefit also a funeral benefit. One has to be of British origin and a Protestant to become a after . Le: nat' ed assistance to 27 families and 300 pounds of clothing were dis- tributed to needy persons. Forty- seven hours were spent at the Well Baby Clinic. Seven hundred Polish Ladies" Club Ready to Help In Community as first president. The next year Stella Dulny was elected 111 hours were given to the canteen at Fairview Lodge, Song of Bernadette' at the Re- gent Theatre, which was seen by 1500 children from the separate schools, as well as by many hun- dred aduits. : The Council also sponsored one Brownie pack and the 8th Osh- awa Girl Guide Company, con- sisting of 35 members each. Twelve church parades were held during the year and one Com- munion breakfast. In Immigration, 35 visits were made to new Canadians and as- sistance given when required, particularly im tracing relatives in Europe. Spiritual activities included cor- porate monthly Communion, a pilgrimage to Our Lady of Lourde's shrine in Toronto, at- tended by over 100 members, a largely attended Day of Recol- lection, and a pilgrimage to Ste. Anne de Beaupre and Cap de choska; Waenaeska; financial secretary, Mrs. Monica Misiasek; sick-list, Mrs. Kay Malsky and Mrs. Ric- ulsky; Dulny; and Mrs. Jeannie Lubach. President, vice-preside=!, Mrs. Wanda Zast- awa; secretary, held office for three vears. catering, sick visiting events, One of the teaches national dances songs to the small n of community. 2 special annual event is the Mother's Day banquet when the women prepare the food and the men wait on table. Last year the Oshawa club was hostess for a convention of all the auxiliaries in Ontario at which re- presentativcs were present from Toronto, Hamilton, St. ines, Niagara Falls, Woodstock, Burlington, Kingston and the Young People's Club of Toronto. The present slate of officers is: president, Mrs. Josie Rany; vice president, Mrs. Josie Wocie- secretary, Mrs. Josie Stella Malsky Mrs. organizer, Mrs. catering, Meetings are held on the first Wednesday of every month with the annual meeting in December. The present slate of officers is: Mrs. Josie Rzany; Mrs. Kazmira Malska; treasurer, Mrs. Julia Kaczmarska; sick-list committee, Mrs. Stella Dulny, Mrs. Louisa Bobak and Mrs. Stella Borun; au- ditors, Mrs. Stella Dulny, Mrs. Louise Bobak and Mrs. Stephanie Kedzierska; Mrs. Jeannie Lubach, Mrs. Stella Dulny and Mrs. Mary Reczulska. kitchen cammittee, Madelaine. A short program was arranged for each meeting, with interest- ing speakers, travelogues, ete. Mrs, C. C. Murty, past presi- dent, represented St. Gregory's Council at the annual Archdio- cesan Convention im Toronto. Thorntons WA Is Undenominational The Women's Association at Thornton's Corners is am unde- nominational organization invit- ing all ladies of the community to join in the worship, work and social activities. It's main func- tion is to support the Sunday School, sponsor the Boy Scouts and Cubs and generally serve any needy cause in the commu- nity. Interesting and inspirational meetings are held the first Wed- nesday in each month from Sep- tember to June inclusive. Money is raised principally by catering, selling cards, yearly fees of members, giv- ings and donations. Last year the roll showed 35 embers 3rd Scout Auxiliary Meets at Simcoe St. The Third Oshawa Cub and Scout Mothers' Auxiliary held their meetings in Simcoe Street United Church. There were 10 executive meet- ings, 10 general meetings with an average attendance of 10. We raised a total of $83.42 by having a strawberrv social in the home of Mrs. F. Wilson, Simcoe street north; a bridge and tea in Mrs. T. Shepherd's home, Rit- son road morth; a rummage sale held in the church basement; We also had a bakeless bake sale. Our expenses for the year were $141.86. * A Christmas party was given to the boys, also a treat at Hallow- e'en with prizes for costumes. The cubs had a cook out in June. We provide money for the food. Of course our very special event of the year is the Father and Son banquet which was very successful. : We are looking forward to a bet- ter and more profitable year of 1960. We have several new mem- bers which is very encouraging. The officers are: Past presi- dent, Mrs. Herbert Schuerman; president, Mrs. Walter Buss; man; flower convener, Mrs. Bill Matthews: pianist, Mrs. Calrence Scott; press repor ter, Mrs. : birthday box, Mrs. Leslie Beecroft day. SCHOOL OF DANCING D.EA., M.D.A. Ballet, Tap, Toe, Character, Baton, Acrobatic. Pre-School, Friday--Satur- THE Cathar- | Sister . Tr f K ; > 3 : af i Ih Jes i : ! i # ! fi is E58 IH ; i Fe i : 1 : 1 HR fist e : : BR : g§% i : i | ii LHS Ii GEEEE HOME PLUMBING SURVEY WITH EACH 'SERVICE CALL We check the following: (1) All faucet washers (2) Toilet tank valves and parts (3) Complete drainage system (4) Rusty water lines and tanks (5) Broken valves Our Competent Servicemen will check each of the above items thoroughly SERVICE CALLS, 5.00 (Parts Extra) FREE ESTIMATES . "Service Made Us" : J. FOLEY PLUMBING AND HEATING 319 COLLEGE AVE. RA 54241 member. Sister Beatrice Hurst is the Worthy District Deputy, 8is- ter Betty Atkins is the worthy president and Sister Mary Hurst is the vice-president. Our three oldest living mem- bers at this time are Sister Alice Williams, 62 years a member; Sister Lottie Newton, 50 years and Sister Eva Simmons, 42 years, -which is quite a record. The above lodge meets the first and third Tuesdays in the Or- ange Temple, Bruce street. MASONIC TEMPLE 91 CENTRE ST. 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