Semi-weekly herald., 1909-06-03
PRESIDENTS ADDRESS.
Mrs. Jakway.)

n pNfs VI bhSg oPilitb ioOh pOSbtS-
sion of my domestic sanctum one day
-ihe little corner where the plying
needle reigns supreme. Yes. was
fairly besieged by this inquisitlvc
throng. But 1 saw an eager interest
written on each countenance and for
moment my vision seemed shadow
ed by this talented mass of human
brilliancy. the needle refused to carry
ine into the accustomed haunts OF air
castles; instead, 1t seemed to dance
before me and revel in the very
thought OF having moments respite.
was suddenly thrust afar out on the
great sea of perplexity--but for the
moment only--for ! was soon recalled
into the stern realities of existence
by repeated inquiries Of Aren't you
going 10 have the presidents ad-
dress?" Again that willy point of steel
became proyokingly unmanageable and
ah, me, again was adrift, rocking and
swaying with the exultant tide, whose
gurgiing melody calmed the fright.
ened soul within and peace grasped a
threatened turbulent spirit, and twas
then troubled conscience rescued
the indolent desire OF failing my duty
and a years vista presented itself
IN these clamorous faces before me-
how on each of the thirty-four club
days one of them had so cheerfully
given us an afternoon of profitable en-
joyment 'Tis memory sweet, and
one shall ever treasure. and It does
afford me the keenest pleasure and
satisfaction to express to you my pro-
found gratitude for your loyalty and
all questions beneficial to the welfare
OF our club. and. too recall with
pride the festive occasion, created for
our memorial fund in order that we
might place In our public library,
books worthy the memory of those
who have departed from our ranks
can sincerely say 1t was the able
and generous assistance of you all
that made it the success It proved to
be.
Yes, twas joyous party,
A gayly bedecked affair.
One in which all were partakers,
Twas duty that took us there.
We crave the inner circle
OF life's great arena to dwell
And our club to bear the standard
OF strength and advancement.
tell.
Then there are memories sad we
cannot efface of the parting with one
of our most faithful and gifted mem
bers. She who unconsciously was
scintillating her vast store of knowl.
edge. She. who seemingly, had reach
ed the goal OF her young life's ambi-
iion--was ever ready to lend a help
ing Enthusiastically and graciously
her life was spent in doing for 9th.
ers. But as we mediate. our fancies
can fathom a far more brilliant realm
for her in the mysterious beyond. We
do miss her, and her absence creates
void that can never be filled
But while the club chain is rent again.
another link missing. we will unite,
possibly with greater strength. be-
cause she added lnster 10 the clubs
fair name, and wen work with greater
zest since her shining example of true
womanhood can not be forgotten. 1t
has saddened the close of our club
year to lose good. loyal member,
one who ever cheerfully gave her best
IN song as well as In story. She pos
sossed the ideal club principles at
heart and was ever in defence of them
land we VIII miss her and shall al.
ways hope for her return. And now
to cap the climax of club disappoint-
nents. our latest grief is to lose our
beautiful bride member She, whose
1T has been the ambition
y my life to be a member OF this |
Reading club. and | cannot tell you |
low. proud am TO have place In 1t.
vent to the innermost recesses Of our
learts and we call her our sweetest
eWel, We do part with her regret. |
nJlr. our new most worthy and capa,