Montgomery County sentinel. [volume] (Rockville, Md.) 1855-1974, 1915-08-06
W. G. T. u. Convention,

The County Convention of the W. C. T
U. was opened by its President, Mrs.
Granville Farquhar. July goth, in the
Sunday school room at Washington Grove,
and most enthusiastic and instructive
meeting it was. For the first time in its
history the W. C. 7. u, Y. P. B. and L. Y.
L. had members present. 1.-THE Coming of
the Lord" was sung, The Y. P. B. told us
in song I'VE all belong" with such vigor
that those who came to see and hear re-
manned to stay and join. The devotional
exercises were conducted by Mrs. jamie
Shaw, of Oakdale Union. Minutes of last
meeting were read and adopted. The cor
responding secretary's report was good
one. She spoke of the report blanks.
urging their use as the work would be
better and more accurate. She also sug-
eested every member keeping W. C. 7.
u. diary for the years work.
Are all members careful to wear the
white ribbonH Mrs. L. M. N. Stevens says,
What blessed tie is that of the white
ribbon. II only we are true to its holy
meaning we shall never be chilled by sell
fishness, nor daunted by danger, nor weak
ened by wOrthlessness, nor sti1ed by in
gratitude, but shoulder to shoulder, heart
to heart shall 60 on endeavoring every day
to follow Him who is the way, the truth.
and the life
The address of welcome was most ably
given by Mrs Virts, of Gaithersbure Union.
A most helpful and instructive response
was made by Mrs. Chapman, of Kensing-
ton.
Reports from superintendent of savings
banks in schools. Sabbath observance. work
among colored people, franchise. mothers
meetings. evangelistic. W. R. H. and L. Y.
L.. showed splendid work being done in
all departments.
1t was suggested that subjects be given
to L. Y. L. members to write for meetings,
viz, THE danger of moderate drinking"
and DO you think saloon would be an
advantage to your community 2"
An election Of officers resulted Presi-
dent. Mrs. Granville Farquhar correspond
ing secretary. Miss r. G. Miller recording
secretary, Mrs. Nellie Farquhar treasurer.
Mrs. Florence Wetherald
1t was moved and carried that all I'M
finished business and appointments of
superintendent be left to the executive
committee.
The Y. P. B. gave its closing song. the
morning session closing for feast for the
inner man. The luncheon was eaten in
the beautiful grove where wit and wisdom
flowed while the good things nature and
man provided we're enjoyed.
The afternoon session began by the Y.
p. B. singing Some Glad Day" A most
excellent report was given by its president,
Mr.. Reuben Hines, Jr. Duet by Miss GLAND
and Mr.. Musgrove. Recitation by Miss
Musgrove, Drill and song by 0akdale L.
Y. L., conducted by Mrs. j. j. Hutton. show
ing careful training. The Gaithersburg l..
Y. L.. conducted by Mrs. KoOntz. showed
skill and prowess. Recitation by Miss
Nellie Hines. An instructive talk by our
president about our State Convention, which
will meet in Rockville September 20 and
80. by the white ribbOners. To which
a most cordial and hearty welcome is ex-
tended to all. We want every local Union
represented by its full number of delegates.
We all know that as Rockville is on the
railroad there will be no excuse for anyone
staying away, and we should have the
largest convention in Our history 1t is an
uplift to any community, and we hope
great things for Montgomery from this
meeting. Be sure. dear friends, to come.
1t is a treat that comes once in lifetime.
Mr.. F. M. Keen gave an interesting lee
ture, "A Saoonless Nation" After which
we closed with the sdOxology, all going
home. feeling il was good to have been
there. taking much food for thought and
work with us.
C. II. FARQUHAR,
Cor. Rec. Secretary W. C. T. u.