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Woman's Christian Temperance Union minutes, Grinnell, Iowa, 1913-1928

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W.C.T.U. met Dec. 18 at the home of Eloise Keister, 9 present. Following the pledges to the flags, Nellie Lincoln had the devotions for Edythe Lynch who was unable to be present. Scripture was Matt. 2:1-10, theme - "The Star still Shines." Mrs. Epler had the program. The thoughts of peace was strongly stressed. She quoted from several prominent people regarding their views on the world situation. Mrs. McBlain spoke on "How Abstinence Motivates the Christian Family" - as follows. 1. Your bodies are the temple of the God. 2. Genuine love flows from a pure heat. 3. Self-respect builds good fellowship. 4. Good citizens must make important decisions. 5. Good stewardship demands wisdom. She emphasized the need for prater for "Prayer changes things." Mrs. Claude Thompson conducted a quiz on "Armed Services projects; also reviewed the plan on work of the Spiritual Life department. Minutes of last meeting were read and approved. Treasurer's report was given. Some discussion was held as to what we as a union can do for our shut-ins and service men. Suggested we might order some of the little W.C.T.U. cards with scripture verses to send along with flowers, gifts, etc. Mrs. Ralph Allen Sec'y

The W.C.T.U. met on Jan. 15, 1963, with Mrs. Geo. Renaud. After the flag salutes, the devotions were led by Edythe Lynch , who read from Psa. 103. Eloise Keister had charge of the program. She presented thoughts of the new year, and facts concerning the legislative process of introducing bills and getting them passed and signed in order that they become law. She stressed the influence of word from home upon the lawmakers. Mrs. Epler reviewed the efforts of the Woman's Crusade in New York and Ohio through Christian men and women and the help of the press. This began in the Lewis home in 1830 and led to the first national convention in 1874. Now there are one million W.C.T.U. members in the world who support prohibition. Minutes of the Dec. meeting were read and approved. The treasurer reported $44.00 on hand, with some of the dues outstanding. The usual amount of $14.75 to be contributed to Light Line, Lillian Willard fund was approved by a motion which carried. Suggestions were made for Social Service department work, and the purchase of V.B.S. temperance flannelgraphs. Meeting was dismissed with prayer by Mrs. Epler Mrs. Ralph Allen, Se'cy

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372 W.C.T.U. met Dec. 18 at the home of Eloise Keister, 9 present. Following the pledges to the flags, Nellie Lincoln had the devotions for Edythe Lynch who was unable to be present. Scripture was Matt. 2:1-10, theme - "The Star still Shines." Mrs. Epler had the program. The thoughts of peace was strongly stressed. She quoted from several prominent people regarding their views on the world situation. Mrs. McBlain spoke on "How Abstinence Motivates the Christian Family" - as follows. 1. Your bodies are the temple of the God. 2. Genuine love flows from a pure heat. 3. Self-respect builds good fellowship. 4. Good citizens must make important decisions. 5. Good stewardship demands wisdom. She emphasized the need for prater for "Prayer changes things." Mrs. Claude Thompson conducted a quiz on "Armed Services projects; also reviewed the plan on work of the Spiritual Life department. Minutes of last meeting were read and approved. Treasurer's report was given. Some discussion was held as to what we as a union can do for our shut-ins and service men. Suggested we might order some of the little W.C.T.U. cards with scripture verses to send along with flowers, gifts, etc. Mrs. Ralph Allen Sec'y The W.C.T.U. met on Jan. 15, 1963, with Mrs. Geo. Renaud. After the flag salutes, the devotions were led by Edythe Lynch , who read from Psa. 103. Eloise Keister had charge of the program. She presented thoughts of the new year, and facts concerning the legislative process of introducing bills and getting them passed and signed in order that they become law. She stressed the influence of word from home upon the lawmakers. Mrs. Epler reviewed the efforts of the Woman's Crusade in New York and Ohio through Christian men and women and the help of the press. This began in the Lewis home in 1830 and led to the first national convention in 1874. Now there are one million W.C.T.U. members in the world who support prohibition. Minutes of the Dec. meeting were read and approved. The treasurer reported $44.00 on hand, with some of the dues outstanding. The usual amount of $14.75 to be contributed to Light Line, Lillian Willard fund was approved by a motion which carried. Suggestions were made for Social Service department work, and the purchase of V.B.S. temperance flannelgraphs. Meeting was dismissed with prayer by Mrs. Epler Mrs. Ralph Allen, Se'cy