War. Across the seas today Europe is at war with herself. Her nations are sending forth their best sons to fight and die if need be for the country that claims them for her own. Men are fighting bravely, giving up their life blood freely, and for what? Does any one really know? Canadian Union Meeting a Success. As it was the wish of our Editress that I should write an article for the Ladies' Society Department of the Magazine on our Canadian Grand Union meeting, and having had the privilege of attending same, I will give other sisters the benefit of the trip through our beautiful west. Our Calgary sisters and brothers deTime was when war was inevitable- serve great praise for the interesting proit had to come; issues were at stake that gramme provided and good times they nations could not forget and naught but gave us, and I think all will agree with the shedding of blood would vindicate. me when I say, they are a happy, enThen man fought valiantly and died thusiastic "bunch" and their efforts were bravely for his country's gain. Today appreciated by all. his successor is fighting just as heroically, dying just as fearlessly-and all for what? Shattered homes and scalding tears the price. Womankind over there in yonder warring countries is on her knees praying to God in her loneliness and despair over the terrible havoc war has made upon what was but yesterday a peaceful continent. In greatest sympathy our hearts go out to those women. Each one has bravely hidden her heartache while she prepared the pitifully few articles allowed her soldier for his comfort. Each stitch a prayer for his safe return-the rosary of the soldier on the battle fieldand only God and his angels knew the grief that was hers when she returned to her empty home after her soldier had marched away. She is loyal to the heart's core, yet at times, I suspect, she almost wishes he would desert and return to her for is not a live dog better than a dead lion? Then again with head bent with shame at the bare thought of a soldier deserting-for even her soldier she could not countenance were he to become a deserter she allows heart and soul to become fairly flooded with patriotic fervor for the country under whose banner her soldier is fighting today and she dreams of a splendid victory, but alas a victory that for her can only be crowned by the safe return of the man she loves. If he should fail to come-dear God for her what a barren gain what bitter loss. And for what? Does any one know? Calgary is a beautiful, clean city with some of the prettiest residences I have ever seen. When we arrived at the station, there was a committee to welcome us and give us all necessary information. Owing to the much talked of strike, a great many were not able to attend who otherwise would have been there. Therefore not as many were able to be at the secret sessions as we had hoped to meet. However we were pleased to have three of our Grand Lodge officers with usSisters Moore, DuBois and Strong, and benefited very much by their helpful talks. During our Tower came in and said if any one first meeting Brother wished their transportation changed the committee would have it done, so several took advantage of the trip over the Canadian Pacific to see the Canadian Rockies on their way to Vancouver. In the afternoon we held a joint meeting with the brothers which proved to be indeed interesting as we had the pleasure of listening to some good speakers. It was with regret we learned that Brothers Ball and Wark must leave early next morning, one for Spokane and the other for Seattle, owing to the serious conditions then existing. In the evening we met at the reception in Sherman's Auditorium where we again listened to good speeches from several gentlemen from Calgary including the mayor, who extended us a hearty welcome to their city. Next morning a large train left the May great blessings rest upon the Grand Trunk Pacific station loaded with countries that are keeping out of this pessengers who were looking forward to awful conflict, and soon may the Great a good time at Mirror. This trip indeed Ruler of all nations cause those warring proved a delight to all. An official phocountries to cease from troubling each tograph was taken, as soon as the train other and in a more kindly way settle whatever may have been the cause of this great disaster. IMOGENE BATES. stopped. The people of Mirror provided every possible means of amusement for all and we were loathe to leave when the time came. Next morning we held another secret of meeting) I arrived at the hall and session, and we had the pleasure of meet- found the treasurer. I showed her my ing more sisters. At 2 p. m. special street card and sat down to wait. Five mincars took the visitors for a tour around utes afterwards the secretary came. Fifthe city-this through the courtesy of teen minutes went by before another the city council. After this most people member came, then after waiting half were glad to rest a while as the weather an hour one more came. After waiting was extremely hot. In the evening we another hour we dispersed. met once more at the grand ball held in Sherman's Auditorium. The 103rd Orchestra furnished the music, and talk about music sisters, it was the "best ever." Needless to say this was a grand success due to the untiring efforts of the committee. Those present made no effort to entertain me nor did they ask me why I came or from where. They were not interested in me or my lodge. I was a stranger to them and a stranger I remained. In listening to the conversation I found out the president had called her members on the phone and asked them to be Thursday, August 6th, a picnic was provided for by our sister organizations present as there was to be a stranger of Calgary to St. George's Heights there. The president did not find it where a great number met. Here the convenient to come as she was going Kilties provided the music. We dis- away for a visit and was probably packpersed until midnight. A train load then ing; and you know, sisters, that was left for the trip to Field, B. C., this ever so much more important than a through the courtesy of the C. P. Ry. lodge meeting, especially when they met We arrived in Field for breakfast. as often as once a month. Now if it had We had another photo taken by the offi- been one of their members visiting our cial photographer before leaving for lodge, I can assure you there would at Banff, Alberta. The scenery was simply least have been a quorum. Aye! three grand and I would advise anyone looking times over. for a pretty, healthy spot at which to In walking a short distance, on the spend a summer vacation to go to Banff. homeward way, with the secretary I Here we bid our Grand Officers good bye found out that they had been organized and saw them off on their train for eight years, had only twenty-six memVancouver before we left for Calgary, bers and she herself expected to drop out where we arrived safely early Saturday soon. morning. At 9:30 a. m. we assembled I think this lodge is badly in need of for our last session. I only hope it will encouragement. I also would like to be our pleasure to entertain some of know if the president was too bashful these brothers and sisters in Chapleau to perform her duties before a stranger sometime. Best wishes to our Editress. ELIZABETH VICE, Chapleau, Ontario, Canada, Ladies' Society, 248. or was her visit so important that she How Many Lodges are Often in this would like to ask if there can't be someCondition. I have always been very interested in the letters I have read in the Ladies' Society Department of the Magazine about the visits made by members to other lodges, and have always wished to visit another lodge. So this summer as I was going for a two months holiday, my first thought was, "Is there a lodge in that place." I hunted up the Directory and sure enough there was and great was my joy. However, it was short lived. thing done to put life into that lodge. I am pleased to say, that although nearly all of our members are mothers we never have to turn down a meeting for lack of members. Letters from Friends. MEMBER. FROM L. S. 248-(Alberta Leigh, Chapleau, Ont., Can.) The second Sunday of September as some of our readers of the Magazine know, was the day set When I arrived in the place I called apart at our convention in Washington as the president over the telephone told her Memorial Day for our deceased sisters. So who I was and ascertained the time and on September 13th, as many sisters as place of meeting. She asked me if I could possibly attend were present in would be present and I answered, "yes." the lodge room at five o'clock in the At half past two (which was the time afternoon, this being the hour appointed by the lodge to meet to pay memorial easily provoked, thinketh no evil; beareth tribute to the memory of our late past all things." If we have charity in our president. Sister Nolan, and her dear lives in the truest sense of the word we mother, Mrs. Tilden, also Sister Luer- will observe some of these sayings, if not gon of Beaver Lodge No. 153. Sister all, and try to be charitable to our eneLuergon's parents reside here and it was mies as well as to our friends. It is not at the hame of her parents that she died a hard task to be kind to those we love only a few weeks ago. Our hearts go and esteem-but it is hard without charout in tenderest sympathy to her hus- ity in our lives to be kind to those we do band, parents, brothers and her two little not care much about. It is true we do not children who are left to mourn her loss. all think alike, nor do we see things in Mrs. Tilden was not a member of the the same way. What one thinks is charLadies' Society but we thought it most ity may not be so regarded by another. fitting to give the service in her memory Nevertheless it may be charity in both as she and her daughter Sister Irene cases. We can all have that most excellent Nolan had always lived together in life gift of charity in our lives, if we will. and in death they were not separated. We all have our little discouragements The call came to them only a few mo- at times-one day seems so full of sunments apart. The service was a most shine and the next so full of clouds and impressive one and was a help and bless yet both are necessary to our well being. ing to all present. The altar was deco- Let us strive in the midst of our trials rated with beautiful cut flowers. Our to be kind to all, ever remembering that president, Sister E. Vice sang a solo en- if our actions are prompted by good titled, "One Sweetly Solemn Thought," motives we are sure to meet with success words by Phoebe Cary. Our Past Presi- in whatever we undertake. dent Sister E. Hands rendered a splen- Every sister should have a thorough did memorial address, making mention of knowledge of the constitution and bythe fact that Sister Nolan was taken laws. How can there be peace, harfrom us just when her life seemed so full mony and good will in the order if such of usefulness and bright promises. She is not the case? Anything that is worth reminded us of the uncertainty of this doing is worth doing right. Of course life and the necessity of each one living if mistakes are made through ignorance day by day in perfect readiness for the there is a little excuse for us but, if the call of the Master, that we may sometime constitution and by-laws of the society join our sisters who have gone on before. are violated with a perfect knowledge of Sister M. Futhey also made a memorial them are we living up to the sacred obliaddress and rendered a beautiful piano gation we took at the altar when we solo. Sister M. Perpette delivered pledged ourselves to support them? beautiful eulogy and in a few well chosen words she referred to the life of Sister Nolan and her dear mother. We all so miss their pleasant smile and kindly words. Sister Stanley, our chaplain, read the 23rd Psalm. Other sisters read suitable verses of poetry and the writer furnished music for the singing of the hymns. a We are looking forward to many pleasant afternoons at the different homes of the sisters in the near future. FROM L. S. 368-(Lucy Haines, Chanute, Kan.) Chastain Lodge 368 is progressing nicely. Since our organization in March we have added six new members. We have resumed our social gatherings in the afternoon for the autumn We had several ten cent tea parties months. Much enthusiasm was mani- which helped us financially and profest at our regular meeting held Septem- moted sociability. ber 11th, seven sisters requesting that their homes be next to receive the sisters and their friends. Refreshments will be served during the afternoon and a small fee of ten cents is expected per visitor in order to replenish our treasury. I would like to say a few words on "Charity" which is a part of our motto. We are told by St. Paul, that inspired writer in Holy Scripture, "That Charity suffereth long and is kind; charity envieth not; charity vaunteth not itself, is not puffed up. Doth not behave itself unseemly, seeketh not her own, is not We were highly entertained one afternoon by the Ladies' Auxiliary to the B. of R. T. located here. A program consisting of music and readings was greatly appreciated, after which all repaired to the dining room, which was gaily decorated in our lodge colors, where ice cream and cake was served. We expect to return the compliment in the near future. We meet the second and fourth Thursday afternoons of each month and extend a cordial invitation to all who care to visit us. FROM L S. 29-(Myrtle B. Hoover, 371 was organized April 1, 1914, with Topeka, Kan.) Sunflower Lodge No. twelve charter members, Sister Mina S. 29 although few in numbers are active Downing, of Fond du Lac, Wis., acting and take much interest in our meetings as organizer. She was assisted by memwhich are held the second Wednesday bers of Banner lodge. afternoons of each month. The terminal which has been taken away from Topeka is the cause for our slow increase in membership. We have had several social affairs for Lodge 205 B. of L. F. and E. this summer which were thoroughly enjoyed. Several of our members have been transferred to various points near here. Our members, ten in number, spent a day in June with Sister Davis at Emporia, and a day in August with Sister Trousdale in Argentine. At the latter place a number of the members of the newly organized lodge No. 380 were present, and the members of that lodge were our guests at our regular meeting in October. Our meetings are held at our homes Sister Clare Stevens was elected president. since being organized but hope to report We have not gained in membership some new members soon, as some of the brothers have recently been married, and we shall expect to have their wives join our lodge. We hold our meetings the third Wednesday afternoon of each month in Union Labor Hall and the members in turn, entertain socially one afternoon during the month. We wish to thank the brothers of Nemadji Lodge 811 for the great help they have been to us since we were organized. FROM L. S. 22-(A Member, Denver, each member entertaining in alphabetical Colo.) On August 13th last, Sister Elizabeth Miller invited Scenic Route Lodge No. 22 to her home in Englewood to meet Sister E. L. Shawgo of Beardstown, Ill., the former home of Sister order. After the business session a social hour is enjoyed and refreshments served by the hostess. No. 29 extends a hearty welcome to any and all visiting sisters. FROM L. S. 318-(Jessie Patten, Conway, Pa.) Freedom Conway Lodge 318 is still growing in numbers and interest. The brothers and sisters had a joint picnic this past summer and reported a good time. On September 11th we held a corn roast at the home of the parents of Brother and Sister Kornmans, who reside in Freedom, Pa. A thoroughly good time was enjoyed by the thirty present. Miller. The central attraction was a peanut contest with prizes. Refreshments were served and all enjoyed the afternoon. Sister Shawgo was delighted that in the near future she will be one with our western city and we all hope ladies will organize again with better of us again. We trust the Beardstown success. We meet the first and third Friday afternoon of each month in Goody Hall. Visiting sisters are always welcome. May the order prosper. I have recently returned from my va- FROM L. S. 173—(Mrs. Esta McAdcation and the best time I had was spent ams, Bellefontaine, Ohio.) No. 173 is with Brother and Sister O'Malley of still thriving in the good work of Philadelphia. You always receive a "Friendship and Charity." We have rehearty welcome at their home. Sister cently added three members to our roll O'Malley gave me some valuable instructions in the Ladies' Society work on different things that we did not clearly understand. We held a box social on October 27th in our lodge room-Lewis Hall, Eighth street, Freedom, Pa. We meet the second Tuesday afternoon and fourth Tuesday evening of each month. Visiting sisters will be welcomed to any or all meetings. FROM L. S. 371-(Mrs. Lucie Funk, Superior, Wis.) Madrona Lodge No. call and still have two applications on file. We think we will soon have the pleasure of adding more members as the Springfield ladies have decided not to organize a lodge here and two of them have joined our ranks. We hope more will follow in the very near future. The brothers are planning to have a joint meeting with us in December, which I think will be a great help to our lodge. We were so sorry that we could not be represented at our State Meeting and hope we can next year. No. 173 extends a most cordial welcome to visiting sisters to attend our meetings. We hold them in K. of P. the first Wednesday evening of the Hall the second Wednesday of each month. These meetings are always enmonth at 2 o'clock p. m. FROM L. S. 259-(Bertha L. White, Saginaw, Mich.) During the past quarter Saginaw Lodge meetings have been well attended. We recently sold a quilt which our president (Margaret Keith) donated to the lodge and from which we realized twelve dollars, which went to swell our treasury. On the evening the quilt was sold the ladies served ice cream and cake to a large and happy crowd. On August 19th last we held a very enjoyable picnic at Riverside. We met at the Park about 12:30 and had both dinner and supper by the beautiful river. We all "took in" the show and other attractions of which the Park boasts. Some of the ladies spent an enjoyable hour playing box ball. About seven o'clock we returned home. On Sunday, September 13th, we held Memorial exercises for Sister Hopkins, and invited our brothers of Lodge 286 B. of L. F. and E. to unite with us. The lodge room was decorated for the occasion with United States flags and cut flowers. Sister Lila Osborne rendered a piano solo and Sister Wm. Knox sang "The vacant Chair," after which we all united in saying The Lord's Prayer. May God bless us all and keep us from harm. To all members of the Ladies' Society I wish health, happiness and prosperity. FROM L. S. 333-(Lela Perry, Denison, Teras.) Katy's Pride Lodge No. 333 is still actively engaged in the work of the order. We have added a number of new members and expect to have many more names on our roll call ere the year closes. We have a splendid set of officers and all work together for the good of the society. Our charter has been draped in mourning in memory of our late Sister Mamie Stafford, whose illness was of several months' duration. She was so good and kind, was loved by all who knew her. In April the lodges of this city were invited to Dallas as guests of the Dallas lodges for an evening. A goodly number of members went down on a special car and were royally entertained by our Dallas sisters and brothers. joyed by all who attend. The sisters which made things quite interesting, We held our Memorial services on the second Sunday in September. A nice program was rendered and the ritualistic work carried out. Katy's Pride feels proud of our secretary, Sister Eggleston, who needs no introduction to the Grand Lodge Officers, as she is also State Organizer for the Ladies' Society. She is always so willing and ready to help out in any way. ter Eggleston has just returned from New Orleans. She organized a new lodge in Louisiana while away. Sis Our treasury is in splendid condition and we are using our money for good purposes sending beautiful flowers to cheer the sick and afflicted. We have had much sickness amongst our members and we always try to brighten the sick room with flowers and kindly visits. We meet the first and third Thursday of the month. Visiting sisters are always welcome to our meetings. FROM L. S. 63-(Mrs. Minnie Bennett, London, Ont., Can.) Connaught Lodge No. 63 has had a very successful year. We have had a number of social affairs, among them being our annual picnic at Springbank which was thoroughly enjoyed by all. We have very interesting meetings and good attendance. We have held two joint meetings with the brothers of Beaver Lodge 117, B. of L. F. and E. We have a number of candidates in sight whom we hope will soon be on our roll call. Our regular meetings are held every first and third Thursday afternoon of each month. We received an invitation to a picnic given by Charity Lodge No. 5 and Charity's Helpmate, Ladies' Society No. 37, of St. Thomas, Ont., Can. The picnic was held at Port Stanley and a good number We meet jointly with the brothers on turned out and we had a splendid time. |