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HISTORY SUPPLEMENT OF THE ALBERTA WOMEN'S INSTITUTE A. W. I. CONVENTION — UNIVERSITY OF ALBERTA, EDMONTON MAY 31-^ JUNE 2, 1967 THEME: " THE SECOND CENTURY CHALLENGE" PRESIDENT: MRS. JOSEPH BIELISH The Centennial mood was at a high pitch at this Convention. At the banquet there was a " Parade of Century Fashions" — a colorful exciting pageant. The oldest costume was 106 years. There was also a parade of Histories and Scrapbooks with fifty eight Branches taking part. Another pageant of ethnic costumes portrayed the rich multiracial and multi- cultural backgrounds of the people in Alberta. Mrs. James Melnyk of Warspite was the capable song leader, accompanied by Mrs. A. Huse of Alliance at the piano. At the " Get Acquainted Party" there was a wig demonstration with willing models from the audience. For the first time Native Indian women attended our Convention and were warmly welcomed. Mrs. Norman Hewitt gave the keynote address " Women's Challenge in the Space Age". Mrs. Hewitt successfully combined a career in law with homemaking and is the mother of three children. If " housewife" means to manage with economy and skill, she said, women if they are informed could control the vote and would be able to reform the laws that affect the family unit. A panel of Native Indian women, moderated by Mrs. Eugene Steinhauer, of Edmonton, included Mrs. Emma Minde of Hob-bema Reserve; Mrs. Leona Willier of the Sucker Creek Reserve, Mrs. Madeline Goodrider of the Piegan Band on the Brockett Reserve, Mrs. Margaret Makokis of the Saddle Lake Reserve; Mrs. Ber- 27 Not all was business. A. W. I, celebrated its 60th birthday, and to help celebrate the F. W. I. C. President, Mrs. George Clarke was present. In her talk she gave us an insight into the branches of other Provinces and the Territories. She likened the movement to a corridor with many doors — doors of opportunity that members may take advantage of. Mrs. G. R. Ridley, a W. I. member for sixty years cut the birthday cake. The Native Women presented a panel — Success with Unity, We Are Responsible. In each member's presentation there was a message to be taken home and reflected upon in the quiet hours long after the rush of Convention was over. And just as quickly as it came, it was all over! A Life Membership — a signal honor! A beautiful silver tray all suitably engraved! Little gifts and mementos quietly given. Some notes of appreciation! And still a few questions as yet unanswered. I heard the voice of Mrs. A. H. Rogers, " There is nothing so past as a Past President". The four years as A. W. I. President have opened many doors for me, and I can choose one at will — they all contain very precious memories.
Object Description
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Title | History Supplement of the Alberta Women's Institutes |
Subject | AWI, History |
Description | History Supplement 1956-1975 |
Language | en |
Format | application/pdf |
Type | text |
Source | Alberta Women's Institutes |
Identifier | AWI0811034 |
Date | 1975 |
Collection | Alberta Women's Institutes - Collective Memory |
Repository | AU Digital Library |
Copyright | For Private Study and Research Use Only |
Description
Title | Page 28 |
Format | application/pdf |
Source | AWI Collection |
Collection | Alberta Women's Institutes - Collective Memory |
Repository | AU Digital Library |
Copyright | For Private Study and Research Use Only |
Transcript | HISTORY SUPPLEMENT OF THE ALBERTA WOMEN'S INSTITUTE A. W. I. CONVENTION — UNIVERSITY OF ALBERTA, EDMONTON MAY 31-^ JUNE 2, 1967 THEME: " THE SECOND CENTURY CHALLENGE" PRESIDENT: MRS. JOSEPH BIELISH The Centennial mood was at a high pitch at this Convention. At the banquet there was a " Parade of Century Fashions" — a colorful exciting pageant. The oldest costume was 106 years. There was also a parade of Histories and Scrapbooks with fifty eight Branches taking part. Another pageant of ethnic costumes portrayed the rich multiracial and multi- cultural backgrounds of the people in Alberta. Mrs. James Melnyk of Warspite was the capable song leader, accompanied by Mrs. A. Huse of Alliance at the piano. At the " Get Acquainted Party" there was a wig demonstration with willing models from the audience. For the first time Native Indian women attended our Convention and were warmly welcomed. Mrs. Norman Hewitt gave the keynote address " Women's Challenge in the Space Age". Mrs. Hewitt successfully combined a career in law with homemaking and is the mother of three children. If " housewife" means to manage with economy and skill, she said, women if they are informed could control the vote and would be able to reform the laws that affect the family unit. A panel of Native Indian women, moderated by Mrs. Eugene Steinhauer, of Edmonton, included Mrs. Emma Minde of Hob-bema Reserve; Mrs. Leona Willier of the Sucker Creek Reserve, Mrs. Madeline Goodrider of the Piegan Band on the Brockett Reserve, Mrs. Margaret Makokis of the Saddle Lake Reserve; Mrs. Ber- 27 Not all was business. A. W. I, celebrated its 60th birthday, and to help celebrate the F. W. I. C. President, Mrs. George Clarke was present. In her talk she gave us an insight into the branches of other Provinces and the Territories. She likened the movement to a corridor with many doors — doors of opportunity that members may take advantage of. Mrs. G. R. Ridley, a W. I. member for sixty years cut the birthday cake. The Native Women presented a panel — Success with Unity, We Are Responsible. In each member's presentation there was a message to be taken home and reflected upon in the quiet hours long after the rush of Convention was over. And just as quickly as it came, it was all over! A Life Membership — a signal honor! A beautiful silver tray all suitably engraved! Little gifts and mementos quietly given. Some notes of appreciation! And still a few questions as yet unanswered. I heard the voice of Mrs. A. H. Rogers, " There is nothing so past as a Past President". The four years as A. W. I. President have opened many doors for me, and I can choose one at will — they all contain very precious memories. |
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