The Mena weekly star., 1920-05-20
FosrpTEENTH DISTRICT CON
 MENTION OF REBEh Ahs

The annual convention Of the z4th District of Rebekahs was held Tn Crannis May 14, 1920. The Noble Grand of Clover Lodge called the house to order, and after the Presi- dent of the Rebekah Assembly, Mrs; Matte Puckett had been introduced and given the honors of the degree, inc Noble Grand, Sister Olive Jones of Granhis. welcomed the convention in well chosen words and attractive delivery. Mrs. Sarah Berliner of Tex arkana. President of the 14th District, responded in her usual impressive manner. The secretary being absent, inc books were given to Bertha Kelly, secretary pro tenn. The roll call found besides President Berllner, Vice President Dessie Davis, Warden Olive Jones. Marshal Olive Benneid, Chaplain R. L. Leslie, l. G. May Nobles. The vacant offices were niiea' Mrs. A. W. Foster became the treas urer pro tenn as the treasurer, Otta Carter, died March 23, l920.
 The Program.
 1. Reports from delegates of the condition of lodges in the district. All reports favorable.
 ,. Why Did 1 Join the Rebekahs, and have my thoughts been elevated bv the Work? Clover Rebekah Lodge. If for curiosity, no; if for the good of others, yes.
 3. What Is the Time Spirit of Fraternity? Alamo Lodge increasing since close of war.
 4. How Can We Increase Our Membership? Texarkana. By illumln- ating your VOWS; by strictly comply ing with every obligation you have taken with sincerity.
 5. When and Where Was Our First Rebakah Lodge Organized The whole history given by Matte Puck cit, President of Rebekah Assembly.
 6. What Do the Three Links Mean? They mean Friendship, Love and Truth. These were explained more fully.
 2. Are District Meetings Beneti- cial to Lodges? Yes. they get more popular every day. The one held in Grannis receieved the honor of being the best of any ever given in the state. The declaration came from presidents and past presidents and others that usually attend the conventions in the district and it covers a large territory. The attendance was large on this date, especially the evening session.
 8. Why Interest Fails. Bruna Lodge. No response. We say be- | cause someone camouflages as lion and roars and makes such noise that more harmonious places are sought.
 9. ''Our Order" North Heights. Mrs. ". A. Foster, representative, gave a nice talk.
 10. "Our Obligation" Holly Lodge by Mrs. Bertha Kelly, representative.
 II. Questions asked and answered.
 IF. A certificate was granted to the sister who gave the secret work perfectly. Did not get the name.
 13. The officers elected for the 14th District Mrs. Sarah Berliner of lTexarkana, reelected president; Mrs. Olive Benefeld of Mena, vice presi- dent; Mrs. Bertha Kelly of Mena, secretary; Mrs. A. w Foster of Tex arkana, treasurer; Mrs. Leslie of De- Queen, chaplain; Mrs. Olive Jones of Grannis, marshal; Mrs. May Nobles, 1 Grannis, conductor; Miss Dillon, De EuStfi, WofiNfi, HISS 4stts>5 As= 4 Miss Harris, l. c.
 14.. The president appointed Annie Mae Morgan, Ethel Harris and M. j. Mcdonald Finance Committee. Their report balanced with the secrtary $15.00 of the case balance was ordered sent to the orphans home
 15. Anne Rrandshurg was initiated into Clover Lodge. The degree staff was managed by Sister Hattie Puck cit. One member reinstated, Mrs Mathews of Clover Lodge.
 i6. Sister Mattie Puckett had 0tta Carter's chair as treasurer draped and flowers placed there The secretary placed the following lines near them
 We give to thee these flowers
 As lovely Immortelles
 And place them in your chair.
 The place you filled so we'll.
 Sister Berliner appointed the fol lowing memorial committee to draft resolutions on death of Otta Carter District Treasurer Olive Jones Olive Benfield, Miss Eppright. Resolutions.
 Whereas, God in his Infinite Wis dom has seen best to call from our midst our beloved sister, Mrs. Otta Carter, member of North Heights Lodge of Texarkana, and treasurer of the 14th District Convention; and whereas death has brought a sad loss to the Rebekah degree, and deep sorrow to all our hearts,
 Be It Resolved, That this conven- tion extend ward of sympathy to the bereaved friends and relatives of Sister Carter, and
 Be 1t Further Resolved. That a copy of these resolutions be spread upon the minutes of this meeting.
 Committee.
 We reached Grannis in time for breakfast at the hotel. We had an ex- cellent breakfast and good fire. and everything we needed. We had dinner with the sisters. The vice president. secretary and treasurer dined with Mrs. May Mobiles. She had prepared every good thing that is most desir- able and the last serving was cake strawberries, cream and sugar. After the convention closed the session we refused supper until the hour of the great feast promised by the Odd Eel lows, and it was not long waiting This feast reminded us of our Thanks giving days of long ago, when in our nlce hall, now sold to Mir. St. John. Star publisher There were no mix. ups m sandwiches, but were the real