The Book of Ideas

              member's responsibility and privilege to voice the appreciation of the society for the work done by its officers. Praise won't spoil them, it will only spur them on to greater efforts on your behalf." The Leader We Esteem Blessed is the leader who has not sought the high places, but has been drafted into service because of her ability and willingness to serve. Blessed is the leader who knows no discouragement, who presents no alibi. Blessed is the leader who knows how to lead without being dictatorial-true leaders are humble. Blessed is the leader who seeks the best for those she serves. Blessed is the leader who looks for the good of the most concerned, and not for the personal gratification of her own ideas. Blessed is the leader who develops leaders while leading. Blessed is the leader who marches with the group, and interprets the signs on the pathway that leads to success. Blessed is the leader who has her head in the clouds and her feet on the ground. Blessed is the leader who considers leadership an opportunity for service.

CHAPTER THREE THE ALBERTA WOMEN'S INSTITUTE GIRLS' CLUBS
The A.W.I.G.C. was organized in 1918 and has since proven to be a very effective and inspiring organization with members of all denominations and nationalities. Their program or outline of work is patterned after their Mother organization-The Alberta Women's Institutes. To teach the girls how to conduct meetings in a business-like manner and conduct themselves in public, Citizenship is one of the main topics studied. Others are Education, Health, Nature, Home Economics and Handicrafts. Culture is encouraged through Dramatics, Music, Public Speaking Contests and Short Story Writing, etc. Handicraft occupies a large part of their program and includes sewing, huck weaving, knitting, smocking, embroidery, and crocheting. Outside speakers are invited to meetings to speak on topics such as table manners, posture, water safety, etc., and many demonstrations are given. Most of the Clubs have several social functions during their club year, some especially planned to entertain friends and their family. Regular holidays are observed and there are weiner roasts, tobogganning parties, banquets and skating parties. Funds are raised by raffles, bake sales, travelling food baskets, candy sales, dances, selling Christmas cards, etc. Some Clubs decorate floats and enter in parades and in Thematic Displays. Some of the money raised is sent to children less fortunate than themselves. Among their Social Service Projects are 'collecting for UNICEF' on Hallowe'en and filling stockings for the "Save the Children Fund".' Highlighting the year is the annual convention held in Olds at the Vocational and Agricultural College in July. An average of four girls 14