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MRS. SPROIT WRITES OF W. C. T. U. CONVENTION (Continued from Page One) rington, secretary of the World League Against Alcoholism, and Maj. Roy A. Haynes, federal prohibition commissioner. Son of the Crusader Ma . Haynes spoke on the "Pro gress of Prohibition Law Enforcement fn the United States." His mother was one of the cruisade women; and he said it was ,oftn bis job to drive Mother Thompson baek end.forth -i *is father's' ca g -in those earl. -days of the prohibtio, movement as 4 little did Mother Thompson a th# ,other crusade women or he dream that 'she was setting in motion that which wa to culminate in the 18th amend ment or that he was destined to -.have the responsibility of its enforce ment. He took two'texts, the first was "They that be for us are' more than they that be against us," and the second "And they-builded the wall." He' did not minimize the difficulties, the failures, the discouragements, the mistakes that confront us in our gigantic undertaking, but pointed out the successes, that difficulties were being overcome, mistakes cnrnoted and, progress made. There was a note of courage, faith and hope in this address and we felt that our law en forcement was safe in the hands of this Christian gentleman. The morning meeting Monday, Tues day and Wednesday were all held in the ballroom of the Bellevue-Strat :ford and at these morning gatherings the re lar routine business of the convention was transacted. Twenty eight nations answered to the roll call and nearly 500 voting delegates were registered. It was estimated that at last -3,000 visiting white ribboners were in Philadelphia for the convm tion. Some idea of the large number can be formed when you know that at every meeting in the Academy of Mu sic the place was filled to the topmost gallery and hundreds could not get in, so overflem meetings were held every afternoon and night at the Chamber Wylie Presbyterian church. At this church were the exhibits, the litera ture, etc., and it was at this church the national convention was to be held, but it was not-but that is an other story! Naturally the United States had the largest delegation.and Canada also was splendidly. represent ed. Miss Agnes Slack of England was Japan five, India, two, Ceylon one and Burma one, England and Wales, Scot land and Ireland were well represent ed.. Miss Agnes SClack of England was probably the most original and most popular character ir the convention. She'has a charming personality all her own. We might say that the World's W. C. T. U. is the passion of her life she has been connected with it from its earliest history and to it she is devoting all of her brilliant intellect, her time and strength and energy. Germany was splendidly represented 1i Y Avoid the 4 CH RIS TMA 4 We have full line01: 4. for all th T Come in I store awi happines Our stor, 1 Come in4 Don't Miss See f Honest Dealin Christmas Neckwear In the eyes of men, neckties hold first place as Christmas gifts. And because this is true we have arranged a sale which should bring everg person in our town here for Xmas neckwear, Silk and knit four-in hands--imported and do mestic silks-a variety of handsome patterns and colors. MORRIS NESS MANNING, S. C. by four delegates headed by their na tional pesident; Fraulien Gustel Von Blucher. In introducing these noble Christian women so concerned for the uplift and moral advancement of their beloved fatherland, our 'recent ene my, Miss Gordan said it was a wonderful demonstration of the strength of the white ribbon bond that even a world's war could not break the tie that bound our peace ful army together. Miss Hardynia Norville brought a stirring message from South America. The wvork in South America was made possible by gifts from our jubilee fund rowdsjby S SHOPPIN4 just placed on ] [Toys of every de e kids. ~, "look, select, ty. 'Twill makef< s on Christmas ] e is truly a "Gi: mnd make your S ing Our Show Wi S. DICK gs - and - I Mrs. Gordan Wright told graphi cally the story of "Canada's Part." She impressed me as one of the I brightest and most tactiful of our distinguished guests and if a secret of the balloting for world's officers is allowable was 'my choice for vice president. Hfowever, for many reasons it is probably best that this office went to the brilliant and lovely lady from continental Europe-Denmark. Miss Mary Campbell, World's W. C. T. U. organizer, supoprted by the Scottish Women's Christian Temper ance Association and under a five year contract for W. C. T. U. work in In dia, told of "India's Forward Pro gram." Miss Campbell has been a mis sionary ,in India for $G year,s. She kgnow# and loves India, says It is her home. s d e believes the time is al met ,ri fgr national rohibition thee. was dressed iV tp gostume of an Indian princess and presented a striking figure. Mrs. John McLeod president of the Australian W. C. T. U., presented her country big in territory a land of mag nificent. distances, sparsely settled, but great in purpose and opportunity. Like the United Statos of America the tem perance forces acknowledge no such word as defeat, and it is only a ques tion of time till Australia shall join the company of dry nation., Far Away Lands There was an encouraging message from little Ceylon brought by Mrs. Gordon Brown of Colombo. One of the most touching addresses, to pie, was by a body from Finland of this little nation, one of the first to declare it self for national prohibition, for self governmnent, and how often their plans had been defeated and their prohibi tion law rendered practically null and void because of their stronger neigh bor nations. There was no doubt left in the minds of the audience that "Scotland will win" after the sparkling and iii vigorating address of Mrs. George Milne. Scotland is just naturally bound to win with such women as Mrs. Milne behind its campaign. Greetings from Cuba and South Africa were brought by Mrs. Atkins and Mrs. Livingston of the U. S. A. Egypt, Burma, Ireland and many other countries had stories to tell of the work they were doing for prohibition, purity and peace the three great objectives of the World's W. C. T. U. The story brougth by Mrs. Dhryea, women's organization division of Near East relief of "Our Children in the Near East," just broke our hearts. In the words of Miss Gordan "Women of America not only should respond to the financial appeal, but with a full measure of devotion should so arouse public sentiment that America shall more definitely help answer Armenia's cry." Officers Elected Of course one of the most important events in the world's convention was the election of officers. The United States delegation was absolutely un instructed but England and Wales and probably others were instructed, so the nominating ballot showed quite a diversity of nominations. Miss Anna Gordan, however, received more votes 1 oing Your G EARLY! Diisplay a ~scription buy, and >r greater D~ay." ft Shop." elections. ndows! SON prompt Service This year we to handle the We have the from. Below member of th Boxed Handkerchiefs Towels Towel Sets Scarfs Sweaters Lace Collars Silk Hose Silk and Wool Hose Hand Bags Dolls and Mama Dolls And several o mention. Co Tree in our wi Our Boast is, Customer." S mas Shopping R I F j "WE SELL IT FOR LES ALL LADIES' READY. Sale Agents for Armor F than all of the others, so it was mov ed and carried that Miss Agnes Slack east the elective ballot for her. This makes the United States the head qiuarters of the World's W. C. T. U. Mrs. Gordon Wright of Canada and Miss Dagmar Prior of Denmark led in a close race for vice president in ballot was taken wh ich resulIted in thie election of Miss Prior. Miss Slack very frankly and cha'rac eritiay <anedi se ethat she was a wanted the job and believed she could serve for world's prohibition in that postioens better than anywhee elt unanimously. Any one who has ever attended a world's convention of the meting of that boy itehnueivnes Sack~a a thascretary.e Mrs Johnson the secretaries and Mrs. Ella Boole Was reelected treasurer. Miss Prior, UP to the time of her .I have m< into the s line of He is complei friends ar I MISS A 0 are more than eager Christn most complete ire a few sugges 2 family: Stationery Manicure Sets Shaving Sets Smoking Stands Bed Room Slippers Bath Robes Neckwear Shirts Sox/ Collars ther things too me and see o ndow--it's the ta "Every Custon a come and do early with S" TO-WEAR GOING AT BIG 'late Hosiery. Every pair gu election, was scarcely known even by sight to many of the members of the convention, but she soon won all hearts. By p)rofession she is an artist, a sculptor of much abiliity. She speaks English as fluently as a native rand more correcty than mo i. nativ-e. as correctly and fluently as she dloes Danish and can read andl weite in practically every European language. It was the consensus of opinio-. that the election of Miss Prior wvas a very happy choice. Calls Upon Treasury There were many and variedl tal~s Mrs. I ole prove herelf asplendid treasurer by her earnest and success ful appeals for funds to answver these calls. South Carolina was glad to be able to do0 her bit for the wvorld's wvork, by making Mrs. Sallie Chapin, th W. C. . U.t in Soucth o ag memorial member of the World's W. C. T. U. )XJE wved my Milline tore of Morris la its, Caps, Trimm te, and I will appr id patrons to ca LNNIE T: MILLINER Inss ssmi ems ever prepared ias Shoppers. line to select ions for every B3elts Sewing Baskets Cap Scar'f--Sets Shawls Coats Coat Suits Dresses Men's and Boys' Suits Shoes for the family numerous to ur Christmas lk of the town. ter a Satisfied your Christ 'ESS MANNING, S. C. REDUCTIONS. aranteed perfect. I would love to tell you about the music, but. this message is already too long. I must mention, howvever, the new sonig, "It's in) the Constitution and It's in There to Stay." It was sung first early in the convention by its author, Mr. D~ailey, who wrote "A Satloon less Nat ion in 1920," andl was ecalled for anid suing at practically every public meeting therea fter. "Work for Enforcement Where You Are," was v'ery popular and was sung oft en. The J1ubilee Trumpeters of New York, the F'ortnightly Music club of Philadelphia and the navy yard orchestra, besides ma~ny soloists and other sweet singers and the or ganist of the great pipe organ at the Ac::demy of Music, all contributed to make the public meetings del ightful. In my next message I will try to tell you something about the national convention, but hope you will all have read full necounts that we re in Tlh Union Signal. Faithfully yours, (Mis. Joseph) Josie sprott, State President. ry Parlor less. My ings, etc., eciate my 11 on me. [lAMESI