Birmingham state herald., 1897-06-06

ident. Mrs. M. D. Wightman. in the chair. After singing and prayer the roll was ceiled and only one or two were abs nt. but the reserves filled their plae-s.
 The secretary read the minutes of the officsrs and managers meeting and an- nounce1 the following committees:
 ON EXTENSION OF WORK.
 Mrs. s. c. Tgueheart, Mrs. W. C.. E. Cunningham, Mrs. E. A. Gray Mrs. Cleora Murphy Mrs. H. c. Cheatham, Mrs. J. D. Bently. Mrs. H. B. Spauldirg, Mrs. Sowell, Miss Lida G. Moore, Mrs. H. s. Mclean and Mrs. E. J. Robinson.
 FINANCE COMMITTEE
 Mrs. H. N. McTyeire, Mrs. s. s. Park, Mrs. O. H. Tucker, Mrs. Mongar, Mrs. V V Harlan. Mrs James Thomas. Miss ". L. Gibson, Mrs. J. E. Musiek. Mrs. ": o. L. levitt and Mrs. F. D. Swim
 COMMITTEE ON CANDIDATES. Mrs. J. w. Hunlbent, Mrs. J. W. Rush, Mrs. s. w. Wilsi5n, Miss Mary Bruce, Mrs. E. c. Dowdsll, Mrs. Adam Hendrix. Mrs. F. M. Bumpass Mrs. J. B. Chatfield and Mrs. w o. Neill
 PUBLICATION COMMITTEE.
 Mrs. IS. N. Jones, Miss L. P Lane Mrs. J. B. Cobb, Mrs. LaPrade, Mrs. c. J. Eos ter, Mrs. Samuel Watson, Mrs. Johns, Mrs. s. s. Harris and Mrs. Hlgginboth- am.
 The report of the secretary of home af-
 
 lengthy and proved very interesting, be- ing record of the past years work. Taking everything into consideration 1t was gratifying report, and the general discussion which followed was very in- structive.
 The last half hour of the meeting was devoted to prayer and songs.
 NIGHT SESSION.
 The right session met promptly at o'clock. The devotional services were conducted by Rev. pr. G. c. Kelley.
 The address of welcome was delivered by Mrs. Woosley Sturdivant She spoke on behalf of the local society of the First church and among other things she said: 'It is my privilege in behalf of the For eign Missionary society of this church to voice the pleasure it affords us to wel- come you to Birmingham Since our invitation was accepted year ago we have looked forward to this hour with much anticipation. We consider 1t an honor to have beneath our roofs such splendid representatives of the culture and piety of our fair southland. You come to us representing the highest so- cial and intellectual life of this favored portion Rich in material resources, and historic interest her richest possession. her proudest beast, is her womanhood. She reiterated her welcome and said in conclusion: Tour homes-our hearts are yours. Again we bid you welcome" Mrs. Anson West spoke in behalf of the North Alabama Conference society and made an eloquent effort and fully sue ceeded in making all feel at home.
 Mrs. s. S. Harris responded in an ap- propriate talk on behalf of the board.
 The president Mrs. M. D. Wightman, delivered an able address on the work of the missionary societies. This address includes a historical summary of the workings of the women's societies since the last meeting a year ago.
 The principal of the Searritt Bible and Training school made her report which was an excellent one, showing the noble work done by this institute.
 Inn came the report of the secretary and treasurer.
 The treasurer's report showed an in- crease over last year of some thousands of dollars.
 After the song. Onward, Christian Soldiers" the meeting adjourned with berediction by MT. I. Mailing, mis- sionery from Brazil. to meet at il g. m. this morning, when pr. e. C. Kelley will deliver the annual sermon.
 NOTES.
 The badges worn by the ladies dis,in- gu!sh them as follows: White badge, with gold inscription members of board; white badge, with black inscription, local members.
 Commencing Monday the ladies will serve lunch to the delegates in the base mend of the church every day at noon.