The daily morning journal and courier., 1901-11-12

the mere mention of these needs wi
 on so important branch of our work
 The Century Dictionary and twenty
 seven other volumes were added to tn
 library during the year.
 A partial report only can be given 0
 the work of the devotional committee
 owing to the absence of the chairman Mrs. z. M. Humphrey. Leaders for tn opening exercises of the monthly boart and mid-week meetings were secured as usual Among those whose assist ance has been greatly appreciated ar Rev Messrs. Foster, Deans and Storrs the Misses Maynard, Walden and Bird and the ladies of the committee. Fol several years Mrs. Prudden has come to us once each month, and, under standing well young women from long experience, brings much of help and in spiration. Mrs, Humphrey delivered g series of Sunday lectures, which were most instructive.
 The entertainments of the year have been of a pleasing variety. Early in the season Mrs. Harmount told of her recent visit to Egypt, and at another time described for us her journey in Palestine. Her coming is always ex- pected with pleasure. Mrs. Tracy Peck's presence on several occasions drew large and appreciative audiences. The subject of her first talk was Italian Life;" another was on "Venice." Mrs. Sturgis, assisted by Professor and Mrs. Blackman, Miss Williams and Miss Hadley, presented a delightful pro- gramme of music and dialect eadings. A glee club from Miss Whedon's school also took part in this entertainment. Mrs. Vishno furnished another evening of music, her own singing being re- ceived with great favor. MT. Steinert kindly loaned pianola for this occa- sion. Dr. Anderson gave an interesting talk on Physical Culture, showing its benefits so clearly that additions were at once made to the gymnasium classes. Miss Wilkinson, national organizer of working girls clubs, also spoke before a large number of the young women. All of the classes, assisted at times by members of the entertainment commit tee, gave successful social evenings, providing their own programmes.
 From October to June, on Thursday evenings the Violet Club" with membership of sixty young women, un- der the leadership of Miss Teresina Peck, met in the assembly hall. A part of their time was spent in class worS and the rest was devoted to fun and frolic.
 A brief word comes to us from the House Mother,' upon whom falls much of the burden of caring for this numerous family: AS we review the past year memories of kind words and hearty thanks return to us for the pro- lection and comfort bestowed upon those who have come within our doors. Parents appreciate the advantage of the home life for daughters who come to the city for work or study The daily devotional service has been un- usually well attended. missionary circle was organized having as its aim the education of girl in India. The use of a pew in the First Methodist church has been kindly off, fered by genero~s friend. From the merriment of our entertainments and the young women return to the common pleaces of their work, re- freshed by their recreation. The range and character of our service here can not easily be set forth, and In view of much yet to be done we would encour- age still more earnest work for the | arge and ever increasing number of 5elf-supporting young women"
 With pleasure we mention the faith 'ulness and efficiency of those who so lbly direct the daily life of the home md the regularity and attention to de- | ail with which 1t is maintained
 We record with regret the resignation if our corresponding secretary, Miss Agnes H. Gilbert whose long term of 'ffice has been filled with exceptional leftness and skill She will continue ,ctive interest in the work, however, 0 that we do not lose her wholly from ur ranks.
 In many ways are we made to feel the arge place we hold in the city's life, nd in order that we may meet success ully the responsibility which rests up- n us we must still seek the support of UT many friends
 Our cordial appreciation is extended 0 the city papers for continued favors nd to all whose kindly interest in the york Qf the association has made pos ible much of the years prosperity. In behalf of the board of managers
 z. BISHOP,
 Recording Secretary Mrs. George O. Cruttenden, the presi- ent, made an interesting report of the ecent national convention. It was held ] Cleveland closing November 5. Many latters of importance gathered from tatistics of reports made at that time ere told.
 Mrs. J. M. Humphrey led in the devo- onal part of the meeting and Mrs. alley gave two vocal solos. The officers elected for the year are s follows:
 President--Mrs. George o. Crutt tenden. Treasurer-Mrs. H. B. Rowe Recording secretary-Miss Zelle Bish- D.
 Corresponding secretary-Miss Gene leve Wells.
 Superintendent of the home--Mrs. AL e B. Tregaskis.
 General secretary-Mrs c. c. Talcott. Auditor-Charles G. Deutch. These officers are the same as those last year, with one change, that of secretary, Miss Wells lcceeding Miss A. H. Gilbert. Tea was served.
 
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