The Montgomery advertiser., 1902-03-02
A GREAT INSTITUTION.
The 29nd Annual Report of the .6 Working Woman's Home
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Montgomery, Ala, February. 1902. sPo the President, Officers and Members: of the Working Woman's Home Associa- ton has been one fraught with more than the usual amount of sorrow among the members themselves. but the inmates of the Home have been extremely fortunate. Some rather serious illness has visited the latter. but only one case proved fla tai, that of little Jamie McGehee. infant daughter of Mrs. Pinkey McGehee who. while having only resided at the HomS a short while. had won the respect of All who deeply sympathized with her in her |; sorrow. The Home Is in a comfortable cleanly condition and the unfortunate ones within its sheltering arms continue 10 receive the kindly protection and so- quently by the generous public.
 The same faithful matron. Mrs. M. c. Eye. continues to look after the welfare of the children and infirm. during the
 For the first time since the opening of this noble institution the office of Presi- dent was made vacant by death, Mrs q. J. Hausman. after zealously serving than twelve years. was called away July ls0l. Mrs. B. Il. Wyman, another faithful charter member, filled the un. expired term, but having to remain away Ircm Iscfed tne Ms city yntil fall she wisely se- Right here it seems most fitting to refer to the capable and devoted manner in which Mrs. Hannon cared for the Home, and her untiring efforts in its behalf at
 Mrs. Irene W. Semple, a member great ly beloved by all, was suddenly taken from us, December ?. and left a vacancy bard to f1li in our little circle. Mrs. c. e. Abercromoie. another useful young member. has passed to the Great Beyond. Quite a number of older and most de- voted ones have been compelled to re- linquish active work.
 The heartfelt gratitude of the entire Association goes out to all who have, so thoughtfully remembered the Home. To the city newspapers. The Montgom- cry Advertiser and Journal, for theii man many cs,u5 cesourtesies the Mayor, E. B. Jo- CT city officials for contributions of fuel. water. clothing and other necessities.
 The stan of physicians for the year, Drs. R. N. Pitts. Terrell Pearson and c. T. Pollard, Jr.. for their exceeding kind ness and attention and to many other skilled doctors. who have tended the sick and afflicted inmates. The pastors Of the various churches have ministered cuniarily. whenever needed. Two churches took especial collections for the Hom, during the year, the First Presbyterian sending sen ss.s0 and St. Johns Episcopal Mrs Margaret Waller and. Mrs. R. F, Ligon: sr.. sent substantial evidence .oi | their interest. - F''1SSs.o .'7' Y '1-IsF The Montgomery Ice Company for fur. nishing regular supply of It's pure ice | Some coal and wood dealers have sent or their store. and the merchants gener- ally have done their part. but are tot | numerous for separate mention,
 During May the lovely little opera Mi. kado" was produced at the Montgomery Theatre for the benefit of the woman's Home. MT. Dan Packard managed it. and was ably assisted by number of the city's most prominent and talented young ladies and gentlemen.
 Mrs. c. l.. Lavretta of Mobile, with her usual charity for the cause and exquisite voice added much to the occasion and a neat sum was realized. A bazaar was held. just before the holidays, by the Home Association. assisted by the Chaf- ing Dish and Sandwich Clubs, which helped to swell the fund substantially.
 The local Benevolent and Protective order of Elks sent a liberal monied dona- ton in December and a warm friend who will not let his lewt hand know what his right hand doeth" (modestly rea,iest- ing his name withheId) for .he second time sent $25. The Mothers Union sent a supply of warm clothing which was most opportune To all these and many others the deepest gratitude is rendered, and with earnest prayers for renewed in- terest in this work. so dear to our hearts let us take up the duties of another year
 The physicians for the year are Drs F H. McConnico. D. c. Montgomery, J. N. Baker and S. A. Billing Respect fully submitted,
 Mrs. James II. Hardaway.
 Secretary.
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