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Sec'y report for the yr 1912 read and approved. Report of Treasurer by Mrs. Ross. On motion of Mrs. House, sec. by Mrs. Van Ness, it was voted that the report be accepted when complete. Motion made and duly seconded that the Cor. Secretary report be accepted, carried.
Report of membership committee by Mrs. Kirkpatrick recommendations given by committee were discussed by Mesdames Corse, House and Evans. On motion by Mrs. Evans, sec. by Mrs. Corse, that the report be accepted, carried.
Report of Educational Committee read by Mrs. Hansel. On motion of Mrs. Kirkpatrick, seconded by Mrs. Evans, it was voted that the report be accepted.
Report of Domestic Economy com. read by Mrs. House. Report accepted.
Report of music committee read by Mrs. Van Ness. On motion by Mrs. Hansel, it was voted to accept the report as read.
Mrs. Kirkpatrick presented the name of Mrs. Sholl for membership. Motion made and duly seconded, it was voted that she be accepted as a member of the Club.
Remarks by Mrs. Hurd on past year's work also words of commendation to the members of the Club for the support given her throughout the year.
Motion made and seconded that we adjourn for the yr. 1912.
Emma Herbage sec'y
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The third annual meeting of the Woman's Club met at the home of the President Jan. 2, 47 members and visitors were present.
Business of the afternoon was the election of officers to serve six months.
The following officers were elected: Mrs. B. D. Hurd - President Mrs. J. Kirkpatrick - Vice President Miss Eula Glasser - Cor. Secretary Mrs. E. A. Holsworth - Rec. Secretary Mrs. Geo. Ross - Treasurer
Advisory Board Mrs. Herbage Mrs. Woodhouse Mrs. Talor?
Standing Committees Domestic Economy - Mrs. House, Mrs. Ross, Mrs. Kirkpatrick Education - Mrs. House, Mrs. Jones, Mrs. Knight, Mrs. Herbage Music - Mrs. Van Ness, Mrs. Culp, Miss Smith Membership - Mrs. Kirkpatrick, Mrs. Judin
At the close of the meeting refreshments were served.
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Number of members present 15.
It was moved by Mrs. Woodhouse, seconded by Mrs. Herbage, to retain the different leaders of Departments for the next six months, was carried.
The chairman to appoint the committee to rearrange the library.
It was suggested by Mrs. House that the food subject be dropped for the present and take up the question of the child, moved by Mrs. Ross and seconded by Mrs. Hansel that we accept the suggestion. The motion was carried.
Moved by Mrs. Kirkpatrick and seconded by Mrs. Ross that Mrs. Woodhouse, Mrs. Herbage, Miss Talor be appointed on the Advisory Board.
Moved by Mrs. Woodhouse, seconded by Mrs. Herbage, to retain the same leaders of the different departments was carried.
Moved by Mrs. House and seconded by Mrs. Morris that the books bought by Mr. Adams be paid for.
It was suggested that each of the women who had charge of the library for the month be responsible for the next, to solicit or get it the best way they could.
Was moved by Mrs. Kirkpatrick, seconded by Mrs. Price that we do so. Was carried.
A meeting to be called to select books.
The President appointed Mrs. Price and Mrs. Kirkpatrick.
The cor. secretary to write an article for the Chronicle and Houston Post.
Adjourned to meet Jan. 16.
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Moved by Mrs. Hansel, seconded by Mrs. Corse, that the President appoint a committee to learn from the School Board if we could get a room for the library, was carried.
The President appointed Mrs. Hansel, Mrs. Ross, Mrs. Woodhouse to interview the School Board.
Mrs. Woodhouse presented the name of Mrs. Heard for membership. On motion made by Mrs. Hansel, seconded by Mrs. Ross, that we accept Mrs. Heard for membership, was carried.
Mrs. Herbage read from the state year book, pages 25 - 26 also a list of free scholarships from page 31.
Two interesting papers read by Mrs. Woodhouse and Mrs. Hansel on club work, from the Houston Post a list of Christmas gifts given by Mrs. Russel Soage was read by Mrs. House, from the Houston Post.
Adjourned to meet Jan. 30.
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House was called to order by the Pres. at 3 o'clock. Members present 14. Visitors 4, babies 2.
Report read by Mrs. Hansel for the Library committee.
Moved by Mrs. Herbage, seconded by Mrs. Jones that we extend a vote of thanks to the School Board for the use of the room for the Club and Library. Approved.
Mrs. Hansel tendered her resignation as chairman of the Educational committee, but would like to serve on that committee if agreeable. Moved by Mrs. Kirkpatrick, seconded by Mrs. Ross that we accept Mrs. Hansel's resignation, and that she be retained on that committee.
Moved by Mrs. Kirkpatrick, seconded by Mrs. Jones that we elect Mrs. Green a member, was carried.
It was suggested by Mrs. Kirkpatrick that we supply the school with dustleen. Moved by Mrs. Jones seconded by Mrs. Hansel that the club pay for the supply for the end of this school year, was carried.
Mrs. Kirkpatrick was appointed as a committee of one to see Mr. Clark in regard to the purchase of dustleen and have it delivered as they need it.
Mrs. Hansel read pages 43 - 53 from the state year book.
Also poem Out to Old Aunt Mary's from Whitcomb Riley.
A paper read by Mrs. Hurd - Why Do Doctors S____ the Schools - from a N. Y. paper
Mrs. Kirkpatrick gave a reading
Mrs. Ross read who wrote the Declaration of Independence from the New York papers.
An address delivered by Pro. Ward from the readers ass. by Mrs. Jones from the Galveston News.
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The regular meeting of the Woman's Club was held at the reading room Feb. 27 - 21 members, 2 visitors.
In the absence of the President, the Vice President took the chair.
A report by Mrs. Price of money taken in during the month of Feb. by serving coffee to the public at the reading room. First week Second - 3.70 Third - 3.10 Fourth - 2.45
Expenditure 1.00 Total 11.00
Mrs. Price pay the rent for the library for Jan and also for Feb. approved.
Mrs. Woodhouse presented a bill of $1.25 from Mr. Clark for the sweeping compound. Mrs. House moved that the treasury be ordered to pay the bill. approved.
New Business On motion made by Mrs. House, seconded by Mrs. Jones that a permanent committee be appointed for the library, was carried. After the motion was made the chairman suggested that Mrs. Jones as chairman of the educational [committee] select three members to serve with the educational committee to form a library committee.
Mrs. Jones spoke about beautifying the [school grounds] such as planting shrubbery and taking care of the grounds.
Motion was amended that the Club appoint a chairman to appoint a committee of two. Mrs. Smith made the motion, seconded by Mrs. House, that Mrs. Corse be appointed chairman of that committee, was carried.
Mrs. Ross informed us that the school room would be ready for the library in two weeks.
Mrs. Edwards wished her name stricken from the roll.
No other business on hand, took up the regular program for the day.
Mrs. Kirkpatrick having the program in hand read from the Club year book page 45.
Paper read by Mrs. House prepared by Mrs. Turner - Diet of Children Paper prepared by Mrs. Livers read by Mrs. Jones - Faults and Their Remedies Mrs. C. E. Heard had a paper on Punishment of the Child and a reading from Lucile
The different ladies were asked their opinions of punishment, some were in favor of chastisement, some were not.
Some short readings from the Ladies Home Journal by Mrs. Price and the meeting was pleasantly closed by a monologue - On the Beach - by Mrs. Ward Clemons |
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The regular meeting of the Woman's Club was called to order by the President. A report from the Educational committee was read by the secretary.
The names of Mrs. W. L. Green, Mrs. Theodore Smith and Mrs. Robert Price were added to the Educational committee. The whole to constitute the library committee. Moved by Mrs. Corse, seconded by Mrs. Ross that we accept the report of the Educational committee, approved. Mrs. Jones, Mrs. Herbage, Mrs. Hansel, Mrs. Price, Mrs. Green, Mrs. Smith
Mrs. House - Report of Domestic Science, approved.
Report of the Musical Committee by Mrs. Van Ness. Moved by Mrs. Kirkpatrick, seconded by Mrs. Herbage, that we accept Mrs. Van Ness's report, approved.
Mrs. B. D. Hurd spoke about a Mr. Hurd coming to sing in the near future under the auspices of the Woman's Club.
A report of the Membership Committee of 2 more members. On motion made by Mrs. House, seconded by Mrs. Hansel that we accept Mrs. Kirkpatrick's report.
Mrs. Knight asked for a letter of dismissal from the Collegeport Woman's Club to the Woman's Club at Dubuque, Iowa. Moved by Mrs. Hansel, seconded by Mrs. Ross, that we give Mrs. Knight a letter.
Mrs. Ross's report not ready.
Report from Mrs. Corse on beautifying the school grounds. Chairman Mrs. Corse, Mrs. Smith, Mrs. Kahnt.
Mrs. Hansel spoke about the Princes of Jonathan to unite with the club to give an entertainment for the library. The proceeds to be divided, to be discussed later.
A letter read by Mrs. Kirkpatrick from the Wharton Texas Women's Club asking us to send delegates to Edna district.
On motion made by Mrs. Herbage, seconded by Mrs. Holsworth, that we send Mrs. Van Ness as a delegate to Edna Texas, approved.
Mrs. Kirkpatrick moved that we appoint Mrs. Hansel as an alternate, seconded by Mrs. Corse.
Mrs. Ross was asked to interview the school board in regard to having the library room also for the Woman's Club.
No other business on hand, adjournment was in order to meet March 27.
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The regular meeting of the Woman's Club met at the reading room March 27. 8 members present.
The business of the afternoon was opened by a request from Mrs. House that all the remaining payments of the Domestic Science Books be wiped out at the next payment.
Motion made by Mrs. Herbage, seconded by Mrs. Kirkpatrick, that when the next payment is due that they all might be paid, was carried.
Mrs. Ross reports that the school board has no objections to the Woman's Club using the school room in connection with the reading room, after the building has been accepted.
On motion of Mrs. Kirkpatrick, seconded by Mrs. Culp, that Mrs. Woodhouse report to Mrs. Jones that she didn't care to serve refreshments at the reading room during the month of April.
No further business. Mrs. Herbage took charge of the program in place of Mrs. Jones.
A very interesting paper on plant conservation by Mrs. Hurry B. Fall of Houston was read by Mrs. Woodhouse.
Mrs. Hurd also gave us a very interesting talk on the conservation of plants.
Mrs. Hurd also spoke of several Drs--Specialists of different diseases, and that we might have one to come and lecture if a letter was sent giving the invitation.
Mrs. Kirkpatrick suggested that we have one that would talk on the eye, ear and teeth and that it might be interesting for the children as well as the grown ups.
A special meeting of the executive committee was called to meet Saturday Mar. 29--at 1:30 to decide on which Specialist to ask. And also to extend an invitation to the next district convention to meet in Collegeport April 1914.
Mrs. Herbage informs us that our president Mrs. B. D. Hurd has been appointed to make the memorial speech at the convention this month to be held at Edna Texas.
The rest of the afternoon was pleasantly spent in informal talk for the betterment of the school and children that would have been of interest to all women of Collegeport.
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The regular meeting of the Woman's Club met at the home of the president Mrs. B. D. Hurd. 25 members and 3 visitors present. Two new names was presented for membership.
On motion made by Mrs. Holsworth, seconded by Mrs. Hansel it was voted to make Mrs. Anna D. Hurd a member. On motion made by Mrs. House, seconded by Mrs. Pine, it was voted to make Mrs. Myrtle Hurd Boody a member.
Mrs. Corse reports Mrs. Ross did not think the school board could do anything toward fencing the school ground for lack of funds.
A report from the advisory board was read by Mrs. Kirkpatrick. Motion made by Miss Smith, seconded by Mrs. M. A. Travis that the report of the advisory board be accepted.
On motion made by Mrs. House that we have a nominating committee appointed by the chair, unanimous.
A motion made by Mrs. Hansel seconded by Mrs. Morris, that we extend an invitation to the convention of Women's Clubs of district 4 to meet Apr. 1914 at Collegeport.
Mrs. Jones resignation was read by the secretary. Moved by Miss Smith, seconded by Mrs. Woodhouse, that we accept Mrs. Jones' resignation.
A final report was sent in by Mrs. Jones as chairman of the library committee to be added to her last report.
Moved by Mrs. Herbage, seconded by Mrs. House, that we accept Mrs. Jones' report, unanimous.
The chair appointed Mrs. Green chairman of the committee for the library to get the church ready for the concert on Apr. 5.
The chair appointed a special meeting of the advisory board and heads of the committees to meet at the reading room Apr. 19 as a nominating committee.
No further business, Mrs. Van Ness took charge of the program. All standing and singing the Star Spangled Banner.
Miss Smith read a paper on the loves of the poets.
Mrs. B. D. Hurd ended the program with some selections on the player.
Adjourned to meet Apr. 24 Helen Holsworth secr'y
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The following two sets of minutes for May 8, 1913 were recorded on loose pages as the first minute book had been filled and the second minute book had not been purchased. |
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The regular meeting of the Woman's Club met at the reading room with 24 members and 2 visitors present.
Mrs. Kirkpatrick as chairman of the membership committee gave her report, six new members, and presented the name of Mrs. Amelia Wiedemier for membership.
On motion made by Mrs. Van Ness, seconded by Mrs. Corse that we accept Mrs. Wiedemier for membership, was carried.
Miss Nell Wiedemier's name was presented for membership and was accepted.
Mrs. House gave her report on Domestic Economy, and was accepted.
It was decided to give the program _____ for April 24 on May 22.
No report from the educational committee.
Report from Mrs. Van Ness chairman of the musical department was read and approved.
Report of Mrs. Ross, treasurer, read and approved.
Mrs. B. D. Hurd made a report of 525 books in the library and the presentation of a set of Encyclopedias from Mr. Rucker of New York, and that the rent of the library had been paid [as] of May 21.
Mrs. Corse reported that Mrs. Yeamans offered the use of room free of charge for the use of the library. Mrs. Corse thanked her in behalf of the Club.
Mrs. B. D. Hurd read from the State Yearbook, that according to the constitution that all members whose dues are not paid, are not entitled to vote.
A report was given by Mrs. Hansel, also one by Mrs. Van Ness and Mrs. Hurd of the convention at Edna, Texas.
Mrs. Van Ness spoke about the conservation of the child, and to try to have Mrs. M. C. Corkledale come some time in the fall and talk to the mothers on that subject.
Mrs. Hurd again spoke about having one of the several specialists from the American Medical Association and the selecting of one that lived near, and that all should try and make an effort to be present so as to make it worth while to have him come.
The business of the afternoon was the election of officers for the coming year.
On motion made by Mrs. Kirkpatrick, seconded by Mrs. House that we hold the election on May 8th this year only. Next year we have it on the proper date, unanimous.
A report of the nominating committee held on April 28 was read my Mrs. House.
In motion made by Mrs. Morris, seconded by Mrs. Holsworth that we accept the report, unanimous.
Mrs. Woodhouse and Miss Glasser acting as tellers, the following officers for the ensuing year were elected:
President - Mrs. Corse - 15 Vice President - Mrs. Hansel - 19 Cor. Secretary - Mrs. Woodhouse - 20 Rec. Secretary - Mrs. C. E. Heard - 13 Treasury - Mrs. Judin - all
Mrs. House made the motion, seconded by Mrs. Van Ness that Mrs. B. D. Hurd be made Honorary President, unanimous.
On motion made by Mrs. Van Ness that we have an associate membership, unanimous.
On motion made by Mrs. Corse seconded by Mrs. House that associate members consist of non resident lady members who pay their dues and any gentlemen of the town who shall so desire and pay dues.
On motion by Mrs. House, seconded by Mrs. Ross that all who have not paid any dues be notified, and if they do not want to pay their dues, their names be dropped from the list.
On motion made by Mrs. Corse that all those who are in arrears for last year be notified.
On motion made by Mrs. Kirkpatrick that the corresponding secretary mail each one a card telling them how much they are due the Club, was carried.
On motion made by Mrs. Corse, that the recording secretary draw on the treasury for the amount to buy stamps and stationery, was carried.
Adjourned to meet May 22.
Secretary Helen Holsworth
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The regular meeting of the Woman's Club met at the reading room, meeting called to order by the president.
The minutes of the last meeting read and approved.
Mrs. Ross presented her resignation as treasurer.
On motion made by Mrs. Van Ness, seconded by Mrs. House that we accept Mrs. Ross's resignation, was carried.
On motion made by Mrs. C. E. Heard, seconded by Mrs. Kirkpatrick that our treasurer elected be appointed to fill the office, was carried.
On motion made by Mrs. Corse, seconded by Mrs. House that the secretary be instructed to ascertain the cost of a new Secretary's Book, Treasurer's Book and Receipt Book.
The president instructed the secretary to write a vote of thanks to H. A. Clapp for the invitation to attend the Midcoast Industrial Congress held at Cuero.
Mrs. Kone extended an invitation and the use of the hotel to the Woman's Club and people of Collegeport, Saturday evening May 31st for the celebration of Collegeport Day.
Mrs. Kone also offered the use of the pavilion one afternoon each week for the use of the children.
Mrs. House had the program in hand for the afternoon.
Mrs. Herbage read an excellent paper on the charther? building.
A paper on occupation of the child was read by Mrs. C. E. Heard.
A paper by Mrs. B. D. Hurd on recreation.
A discussion on organized play took up the remainder of the afternoon.
Adjourned to meet June 5.
Secretary Helen Holsworth
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Article I - Name The name of this organization shall be the "Collegeport Woman's Club."
Article II Object The object of this organization shall be: To bring together the ladies of Collegeport and Community into social relationship.
To unite into one body the best ideals of each individual for the promotion and endorsement of all causes or movements that shall stand for the advancement of mental, moral, spiritual and physical (welfare) improvement.
To encourage the building up of the community along methods of true moral and physical excellence and beauty.
To influence careful thought in the establishment of all public interests and civic improvements.
To maintain an interest in religious improvements without prejudice.
To maintain persistent efforts in the up lifting of the ideals of the young by personal influence in whatsoever shall promote purity of thought and action, hygienic habits of right living, spiritual growth and the molding of character.
To Be a Power for Good.
Article III - Officers The officers of this organization shall be chosen by ballot and shall consist of the following: President - whose duties shall be to preside at all meetings and act as member exofficio of all committees to maintain the dignity and harmony of all club meetings. Vice President - whose duties shall be to support and assist the President and to act as President in her absence, maintaining the same duties. Recording Secr'y - whose duties shall be to keep the records of this organization and to report from them upon request from the organization. To receive and keep accurate account of all moneys, turn the same over to the treasurer, taking a receipt for same. Corresponding Secretary - whose duty shall be to attend to the correspondence of this organization and to preside as Secretary in her absence. Treasurer - whose duty shall be to have charge over all moneys of this organization and to disburse same at request of 2/3 of the membership.
Article IV - Committees. Advisory Board Sec. I. The President, officers, and three members of the club shall constitute the Advisory Board, the latter being appointed annually. Sec. II The Advisory Board shall have general supervision of the affairs of the club and shall hold business meetings at the call of the President or upon request of 2/3 of the voting members and at such other times as shall be necessary. Five members of the advisory board shall constitute a quorum. Sec. III Other Standing Committees may be chosen by the President in counsel with the Advisory Board and such Committees shall hold office for one year or until their successors are chosen.
Article V - Meetings Sec. I The regular meeting shall be held once in two weeks. Sec. II The Regular Annual Meeting shall be held on the first Thursday in January. (last meeting in June) Amendment: The regular annual meeting shall be held the first Thursday in March. Sec. III Twelve members shall constitute a quorum for the transaction of business. Amendment: Seven members shall constitute a quorum for the transaction of business.
Article VI - Membership Sec. I The membership of this organization shall consist of active and honorary members. Sec. II Any resident lady who registers her name in pledge of endorsement and support of the Constitution of this organization, and whose name has been presented by a member in good standing, and has received a 2/3 majority of votes, shall become an active member.
Sec. III Any lady who is aged, an invalid or a
resident guest may become an Honorary Member upon being presented by
a regular member and having received a majority of 2/3 votes. Sec. IV Any lady member of the club who is a non resident or any gentleman of the town who shall pay dues shall be associate members.
Article VII This constitution may be amended at any regular business meeting by a 2/3 majority of those present and voting provided that one month's notice in writing be given.
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Article I - Meetings Sec. I - The Club shall hold a general meeting once each quarter year for the purpose of transacting the general business of the club. Sec. II - The chairmen of the departments and standing committees shall submit reports in writing at each general business meeting. Sec. III - The chairmen of the departments and standing committees shall attend the executive board meetings and shall be entitled to a vote in the meetings.
Article II - Departments Sec. I - For the better execution of its object, the club shall be organized into Departments at the discretion of the executive board, provided they do not conflict with the work of the Federation. Sec. II - The chairmen of the departments shall be appointed by the executive board at its each first meeting. Sec. III - Each department shall be responsible for the club room on its day of meeting. Sec. IV - Each department shall be responsible for its press notices.
Article III - Standing Committees Sec. I - There shall be the following standing committees who shall serve one year or until their successors are appointed - Membership, Health, Federation, Rules and Regulations and Home School.
Article IV - Library Section I - The name of the Library shall be the Collegeport Public Library. Section II - The Library shall be in charge of the Librarian who shall be a member of the Woman's Club, whose duty it shall be to have supervision of the books and furnishings of the Library, who shall select her own assistants in the management of the same. She shall render statement of the work, condition and needs of the Library to the club for ratification. Section III - The Librarian shall be appointed by the executive board.
Article V - Dues Section I - The annual dues of the club members shall be $1.00 (one dollar). Section II - Club members whose dues shall be in arrears at the annual meetings shall be deprived of a vote. Section III - Club members whose annual dues shall have lapsed for the period of two years shall be dropped from the club.
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The first meeting of the Advisory Board of the Woman's Club was held at the home of the President Mrs. Corse. All members present.
The object was to select the chairman and members of the various committees.
It was decided after everyone had expressed her opinion to that effect that we would have an entirely new person on the committees as far as possible.
After the pros and cons had been considered as to the advisability of having the St. Cecilia Society as an auxiliary of the Club, it was decided best not to do so. They were asked however to give us one program during the year.
There being more than one nominee for chairmanship of some of the committees, ballots were taken.
The Music Department was first considered. Mrs. J. W. Hansel chairman, Miss Grace Smith, Mrs. Henry Kahnt, Mrs. Orville White.
The Library Committee was then chosen. Mrs. Robt. Price, chairman; Mrs. S. W. House, Mrs. J. W. Kirkpatrick, Mrs. C. E. Heard, Mrs. Walter Greene
The Education Committee was chosen next. Mrs. E. C. Van Ness chairman; Mrs. F. M. Pine, Mrs. M. A. Travis
It was decided best to add another committee to the Education Dept. namely the Home and School committee. Mrs. J. H. Kirkpatrick as chairman to choose two members to assist her.
The Domestic Science or Home Economics Dept. was then considered and Mrs. Burton D. Hurd chairman; Mrs. M. L. Herbage, Mrs. E. A. Holsworth.
It was resolved to revise the Constitution at the earliest possible date.
The Library Fund which has been in charge of the Library Committee was placed in the Club Treasurer's hands. Each account is to be kept separate on the books and in the bank as the Collegeport Library Fund and Collegeport Woman's Club respectively.
The dates for the meetings was looked up and Sept. 18 chosen for the first meeting. This gave 21 meetings with three business meetings in Sept., January and June.
The Board decided to give a reception to all Club members early in October at the home of Mrs. Holsworth.
The Corresponding Secretary was asked to notify the chairmen of the various committees of their election and ask them to have their com. meetings as early as possible to place the year's work.
Meeting adjourned, Alice I. Heard, Recording Secretary
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Several resignations had been handed in, the vacancies to be filled.
Mrs. E. C. Van Ness's resignation as chairman of the Education Committee was accepted with regret as were those of Mrs. M. A. Travis from the Education Committee and Mrs. M. L. Herbage from the Home Economics.
Mrs. J. W. Kirkpatrick was elected chairman of the Education Committee and Mrs. House to take the place of Mrs. Travis.
This left the Home School committee without a parent and after much discussion it was decided to ask Mrs. B. D. Hurd if it could not be placed in her kindly care. The Organized Play of which she had charge would be discontinued when school opened. Mrs. Elmer was added to the Home Economics committee to take the place of Mrs. Herbage.
On account of the changes in committees, the Education and Home Economics were each given one more meeting.
It was decided to have Open Day at the Library January first instead of the regular business meeting which came on that day.
On account of the amount of work planned by the Library Committee it was asked to have Mrs. Theo. Smith on the committee.
The meeting adjourned. Alice I. Heard, Recording Secretary
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The Music Committee had its programs well outlined as reported by the chairman Mrs. J. N. Hansel.
The Education Committee had decided on History as asked by the State Federation. A leader was appointed for each subject. She is asked to meet with the committee and plan the program for her meeting. The chairman Mrs. Kirkpatrick had asked Mrs. Geo. Boody to meet and advise with her committee. It was suggested that they arrange a Literature course in the spring to which any club members would be eligible should she wish.
The Home Economics Department with Mrs. B. D. Hurd as chairman read a report of its meeting also their program for the year. Child study was the phase to be developed this year.
Designs for the Year Book were presented and it was decided to have the work done in town. The books would cost $6.00 per hundred and are to be paid for by the Treasurer when satisfactorily completed.
The notice of the Home School Association was to be placed in the Year Book under the Home Economics Dept. Notice of the Reception by the Advisory Board to be placed in the Year Book.
A Library is being planned at Citrus Grove and it was decided to give any duplicates from our own Library and loan any others we could spare. Motion by Mrs. Hansel, seconded by Mrs. House, that we present the Citrus Library with the Johnson's Encyclopaedia as we had two other sets was carried. On account of wrong wording the motion was reconsidered. A new motion made by Mrs. Kirkpatrick, seconded by Mrs. House, that we loan them the Johnson's Encyclopaeida was carried.
The meeting adjourned. Alice I. Heard, Recording Secretary
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The first meeting of the new year of the Collegeport Woman’s Club was held in the Church September 18. Fourteen members being present. The President suggested that we open the meeting by singing one verse of the Star Spangled Banner. The summer work was reviewed by the President. The Secretary’s report was read and approved, also the reports of the three Advisory Board meetings. The Library Committee reported on the work planned also on what had been done during the summer. As the room in the School Building was ready for the Library it was decided best to move in some night after school. Motion by Mrs. Ross seconded by Mrs. Van Ness to accept report was carried. The Suggestion was made that a delegate and alternate for the State Federation Convention be appointed at the next meeting October second. The Convention is to be at Corpus Christi November eleventh to fifteenth. Mrs. B. D. Hurd reported on the organized Play, the contest and the Home School movement. Motion by Mrs. House seconded by Mrs. B. D. Hurd to have a committee appointed to look into the matter of By laws for the club. Mrs. Hansel’s resignation as Vice Pres. of the club was accepted with regret. Motion by Mrs. B. D. Hurd that the Corresponding Secretary send a letter to Mrs. Hansel. Ballots prepared for electing a Vice Pres. with the result that Mrs. House was elected to fill the vacancy. A motion was made and carried to the effect a committee be appointed to see Mr. Raudebau [Rodebaugh] and ascertain what could be done to assist them during the illness in their house. Mrs. B. D. Hurd was appointed the committee. Mrs. Ross thanked the Club for their kindness to them during their illness when both Mr. and Mrs. Ross were ill at the same time. Motion by Mrs. B. D. Hurd seconded by Mrs. Rice that a committee be appointed to strike out of the Constitution that part referring to the dates of the Club meetings was carried. Meeting adjourned
Alice I. Heard
After the meeting Mrs. Corse appointed the
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The second meeting of the year of the Woman’s Club was held at the home of Mrs. Theo. Smith. There were twenty nine members and two visitors present. The Star Spangled Banner was sung followed by the reading of the minutes of the last meeting, report accepted. The following announcements were made by the President. Several scores from the Better Babies Contest are in the hand of Mrs. Hurd and can be had upon request. The Home School meeting will be held in the School House Tuesday eve October seventh. The Woman’s Union to meet at the Church on Tuesday afternoon. The chairman of the Home Economics Dept asked each mother to take a drawing of the youngest child’s foot and shoe and give to her before the next meeting. Copies of letters on the Convention by Mrs. Hurtzberg the State President were read by Mrs. B. D. Hurd and Mrs. Woodhouse. Report of Mrs. Hurd on the situation in the Raudebau [Rodebaugh] family. The library report was given by Mrs. Price and the question of moving will have to be laid on the table for a while. Miss Ethel Spence was made a member of the club. The election of a delegate and alternate to the State Convention Nov 11 to 15 at Corpus Christi was the next to be considered. Mrs. S. W. House was elected as a delegate. Motion by Mrs. Travis seconded by Mrs. Van Ness that we elect as alternate the one having the highest votes carried. Mrs. Kirkpatrick was made alternate. The meeting was then turned over to Miss Smith the chairman of the music committee. A most interesting program had been prepared and Collegeport may well be proud of her musical talent we were given very clear ideas of the four ages or periods in music in the excellent papers prepared. Miss Smith the Primitive Age, Mrs. Van Ness the Classic period, Mrs. Kahnt Romantic Period, Mrs. White on the Modern. The illustrating solos by Miss Smith also Duets by Mrs. Van Ness & Kahnt were enjoyed by all. The program closed with a vocal solo by Miss Jacobs.
Alice I. Heard Rec. Secretary |
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The last meeting of the Collegeport Woman’s Club was held in the Church Oct. 16. There were 14 members and 3 visitors present. The Secretary’s report was read and accepted. Letters were read from Mrs. Kone and Mrs. Colquitt. The report of the Raudebaugh [Rodebaugh] fund showed $51.28 collected and $42.95 spent leaving a balance of $8.33. The President read communications from Civic Com. of T. F. W. Canes?, Mrs. Hughs, a letter from Mrs. Hansel. Mrs. House resigned as delegate to go to Corpus Christi and Mrs. Kirkpatrick found it impossible to go at that time. Upon motion by Mrs. C. E. Heard second by Mrs. Kirkpatrick it was decided to send Mrs. Corse as our delegate. Carried. Mrs. Hurd Chairman of the Home Economics then took charge of the program. Statistics and illustrations showed us very forcibly the effects of Feeblemindedness and alcoholism on children. Articles were read by Mrs. Kirkpatrick, Mrs. House and Mrs. C. E. Heard. Exhibits of the foot prints and shoe prints and a pair of baby shoes illustrated Mrs. Hurd’s talk on the effects of poorly selected foot wear. Every one present voted the meeting a very interesting as well as instruction one. The committee on By Laws was appointed at the close of the program to consist of Mrs. House, Mrs. Ross and Mrs. Woodhouse. Motion by Mrs. House sec. of Mrs. Holsworth to adjourn carried.
Alice I. Heard, Recording Secretary |
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The Woman’s Club held their last regular meeting in the Church October 30th. There were 17 members present. The Secretary’s Report read and approved. Communications read from Mrs. Hughs, Miss Roper and Mrs. Buchanan regarding State work. Also a card from Mrs. Turner and a Pamphlet on Tuberculosis work. Discussion on the Endowment Fund followed. Report for Rodebaugh Fund Report of Mrs. Woodhouse showed 16 letters written, four year books sent out. Balance due on postage and material 10 cents. Motion made by Mrs. B. D. Hurd sec. Mrs. Kirkpatrick to accept report and secretary instructed to make out order for amount also more material. Upon the motion of Mrs. Ross sec. by Mrs. C. E. Heard, it was decided to pay the expenses of our delegate expenses in advance. Mrs. House the Vice Pres. put the question before the house. There being no further business the meeting was turned over to Mrs. Kirkpatrick chairman of the Education Com. Her subject Texas History was extremely well handled and enjoyed by all. The Introduction was given by the leader Mrs. Buchen recited on French Settlements, Mrs. House on Missions, Mrs. Woodhouse on the Alamo, Miss Weidemeir on Massacre of Goliad, Mrs. Elmer Battle of San Jacinto. Mrs. Pine gave a very interesting review of the years 1846-1861 under the Confederate Flag 1861-1865 given by Mrs. Heard. Announcements of Woman’s Union also the Home School Meetings.
Alice I. Heard, Recording Secretary |
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The Collegeport Woman’s Club met at the home of Miss Smith November thirteenth. In the absence of Mrs. Corse the Vice Pres. took the chair. There were eighteen members and five visitors present. The Secretary’s Report was read and approved. The resignation of Mrs. Robt. L. Price as chairman of the Library Committee was read and accepted with regret. Upon the nomination by Miss Smith sec. by Mrs. Morris Mrs. S. W. House was elected to fill the vacancy. Motion by Mrs. Holsworth sec. by Mrs. Elmer Mrs. Buchen was added to the Library Com. A communication from Mrs. Hansel was read by Mrs. Woodhouse. As there was no further business the meeting was turned over to Miss Smith Chairman of the Music Committee. The Opera Il Trovatore was the subject of study. Mrs. Clemens’s very interesting story of the Opera was read by Mrs. Kirkpatrick. Miss Jacobs rendered the solo “Ah I Have Sighed to Rest Me” to every one’s enjoyment. The Trio by Miss Smith, Mrs. White and Mrs. Kahnt was well given. The Anvil Chorus duet by Mrs. Van Ness and Miss Evelyn Kone very readily brought that scene to our minds and Miss Smith’s selections from the Opera closed a most delightful afternoon. On account of the absence of Mrs. Clapp, Mrs. Culp and Miss Crabill the program was shortened somewhat. The meeting was then adjourned.
Alice I. Heard, Recording Secretary. |
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The last meeting of the Woman’s Club was held in the church Friday Nov. 29th. Thirteen members were present. The minutes of the last meeting read and approved. Mrs. Kirkpatrick suggested that the meeting of December fourth be postponed. Motion by Mrs. B. D. Hurd seconded by Mrs. House that the meeting be postponed and left to the discretion of the Education Com. as to the date. Carried. Mrs. Corse gave a very interesting report of the Convention at Corpus Christi. Mrs. Hurd reported the work of the Home School Dept. at the Federation. The expense account of the delegate read and the balance $2.80 was ordered paid. There being no further business the meeting was turned over to the Home Economics Dept with Mrs. Holsworth in charge. Articles bearing on the subjects Sleep, Play and Bathing were read. Bathing Mrs. Elmer-Swimming Mrs. Kirkpatrick-Inside Bathing Mrs. B. D. Hurd-The Daily Bath Mrs. C. E. Heard. An interesting and practical paper was read by Mrs. Duckworth. Other articles were read by Mrs. Travis and Mrs. Sholl. Mrs. Holsworth followed with a paper on “Cheerfulness in the Nursery.” The program closed with a reading “Granny” by Mrs. House. Motion to adjourn carried.
Alice I. Heard, Recording Secretary |
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The last meeting of 1913 was held Dec. 18 in the church. 14 members were present. The minutes of the last meeting were read and approved. A short report of the Library Com. was then given and the Reception on Jan. first was announced. Motion by Mrs. House sec. by Mrs. M. A. Travis that the Woman’s Club cooperate with the Home School Com. In purchasing a picture for the betterment of the school work. Amended to read that the Club cooperate with the Home School Com. in securing to better conditions in the school building. As there was no further business the meeting was turned over to Miss Smith. The first number on the program was a duet by Mrs. Van Ness and Miss Smith. American Composers Their Lives and Their Work was given by Mrs. Kirkpatrick. Notes on current events in the musical world were then read by everyone present. Miss Smith then gave us an interesting account of music among the American Indians. The Program then closed with selections from the National Hymn of the various nations. Mrs. Corse announced that appointment of Mrs. Burton D. Hurd as Chairman of the Education Com. of the Fourth District. The meeting adjourned. Alice I. Heard, Recording Secretary
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