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LÖGBERG FIMMTUDAGINN, 26. FEBRÚAR, 1948
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Jflrs. B. S. Benson Re-Elected ttegent
Thirty-Second Annual Report
Jon Sigurdson Chapter, IODE
Madam Regent and members:
In presenting this the 32nd
annual report for the year end-
ing February, 1948, I would like
to draw to your attention the
fact that the active members of
our chapter are relatively very
few, and that most of them are
actively engaged in the cultural
and welfare work of our com-
munity and our country, apart
from their participation in the
Imperial Order of the Daughters
of the Empire. I am personally
aware of the fact that many of
our most conscientious workers
are holding executive positions,
and are doing cultural and edu-
cational work in several other
organizations.
When you realize that our
chapter now counts 28 paid-up
members, and that the Manitoba
membership stands' at 1,319, you
would expect our contribution
to be almost infinitesimal; but
through the concerted efforts o:'
this small band of women who
have always worked together
in the closest harmony and gooc
fellowship, the chapter has been
able to meet all its obligations
concerning the larger field o '
work of the Order, and has also
endeavored to spread a little
comfort and cheer in its immedl
ate sphere. The members try
persistently to raise the standard
of our Canadian way of life anc
to be of real service to the com
munity.
During the year nine meetings
have been held, four of them in
the Free Press Board Room and
four at the homes of members.
The April meeting took the form
of a dinner party at The Home-
stead to mark the Chapter’s an-
niversary, and in particular to
honor one of our most loyal
members, namely Mrs. J. S. Gil-
lies, who had retired as treas-
urer after 16 years of service in
that office. Thirty-two members
and friends were present to pay
tribute to Mrs. Gillies’ fine
achievements in behalf of the
Order, and she was presented
with a corsage of roses and a
string of pearls.
Financial Siaiesment
Mrs. E. W. Perry
Balance on hand Feb., 1947,
was $127.25. Total receipts for
the year, $547.10 plus $4, equal
$551.10. Disbursements were
$601.56. Bal. cash $72.59, and a
$100.00 bond. The Fall Tea net-
ted $132.85. Some very generous
donations were received which
enabled the Chapter to bring its
contributions to the Second War
Memorial Scholarship fund up to
$523.75. Of this total amount
$323.75 was turned in during the
present year. Fifty-four dollars
went for scholarships and a $25
share was bought in the Winni-
Peg Symphony Orchestra. Con-
tributions were rnade to all the
usual projects sponsored by the
Order.
Mrs. B. S. Benson
I.O.D.E. women and carols were
sung for the patients at the
Christmas party. In addition
three ex-service men have been
visited in their homes more than
once, and a visit was made to
Deer Lodge Hospital. Mrs. Sum-
mers, Mrs. Siverton and Mrs.
P. S. Palson assisted in hospital
visiting while the two conveners
were unable to go owing to ill-
ness. A vote of thanks was given
to Mr. J. F. Kristjanson for driv-
ing the conveners out to the
Sanatarium in his car regularly
during 1947.
Echoes Secrelary: Mrs. T. E.
Thorsteinson sent in subscrip-
tions from paid-up members.
Thirty-five calendars were dis-
tributed among members and
presented to friends and sup-
porters.
Welfare: Mrs. S. Johnson. Two
parcels of clothing have been
sent to an ex-service man’s fam-
ily, and money donations of $10
and $5, respectively, to others in
difficult circumstances. Mrs. A.
F. Wilson has twice contributed
good used children’s clothing for
distribution.
Standard Bearer: Mrs. J. Nor-
dal reports that the Flag had
been carried at three functions
apart from our own meetings. At
the Provincial annual conven-
course at the school, as a result
of this offer. Mrs. Perry and
Mrs. Skaptason made a personal
canvass, collecting $173.50 for
the Second War Memorial Fund.
Empire Study: Mrs. A. F. Wil-
son. Eight papers and readings
have been given at meetings on
Empire affairs or history. These
were: “The Citizenship Act;
“Freedom from Fear”; An article
on the Indians (from India)
in Vancouver; Icelandic Settlers
in Manitoba (From “Manitoba
Milestones”); A Discourse on
Libraries; A film and a talk on
the Community Chest Cam-
paign; An article on “Britain, a
Very Great Nation”; and a New
Years Message written by
Angelo Patri. Mrs. Wilson is
anxious to have our members
take part in “Empire correspond
ence.” She has also brought to
meetings copies of “World Af
fairs” for the perusal of mem-
bers.
Post War — Convener Mrs.
Skaptason, reported that wool
had been bought for $5 and 19
articles made to send to Britain,
and for British seamen, valued
at $23.35.
Miscellaneous: Innumerable
little tasks and courtesies have
been performed to bring cheer
and comfort and culture to our
fellow men. Mrs. J. S. Gillies
and Miss Jonasson have with
their usual grace di spensed
Christmas and Easter cheer. Mrs.
H. G. Henrickson sold subscrip
tions to the National Home
Monthly for $18, half of which
went to our Second War Me-
morial. The chapter has sup
ported the Navy League and
Red Cross work. Mrs. Baldwm
son and Mrs. S. Johnson, in a
house to house canvass collected
$11.75 for Greek relief. Members
contributed personally to the
Princess Elizabeth wedding gift
$16.75. Several members worked
at the clothing drive, in May,
collecting, sorting and packing.
Mrs. Fisher was welcomed back
at the September meeting after
raving spent 10 months in Ice-
land. Gifts of flowers and mes-
sages of cheer have been sent
to members during illness.
Floral tributes and messages of
council of the chapter to serve as
Provincial Empire Study con-
vener. Mrs. J. B. Skaptason was
re-elected and will serve as Ex-
service personnel convener. Mrs
B. S. Benson was also delegate
to the semi-annual convention
at Portage. She gave a very
fine report of both conventions.
Mrs. E. H. Gardner gave a com-
prehensive report of the Na-
tional convention, and has been
a frequent and welcome visitor
at our meetings. Her quiet ef-
ficiency and helpfulness has
endeared her to our members.
Mrs. Cameron has also been an
interesting guest at meetings,
and impresses us all with her
energy and enthusiasm.
Memorial Tribuie: A beau-
tiful floral tribute in memory
of the Fallen was placed in each
of the two Icelandic churches
Sunday, Nov. 9, and the pastors
gave a message from the chapter
to each congregation.
It is with a deep sense of grief
that we pay tribute to the
memory of those among our own
people who have passed away
during the last year. A profound
feeling of personal sorrow grips
us as we remember the three
who have so recently passed to
their last rest. Mrs. O. Stephen-
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tion held in Winnipeg, April 9
and 10, Mrs. Nordal took her
place with the standard bearers
of 47 primary chapters, two
junior, one municipal and one
provincial chapters. At the Me-
morial Service, Nov. 9, at All
Saints church Mrs. Nordal again
carried our standard, and at St.
Matthew’s church, Feb. 16, Mrs.
Perry took her place.
Educaiional: Secretary Mrs. J.
B. Skaptason. Literature and
books have been sent to Lundar
and Gimli schools. In July the
Lundar school burnt down and a
new supply of books was natur-
ally of the utmost importance
Mrs. H. J. Lindal donated a large
number of books suitable for a
school library. Three boxes
about 100 books, were packed
and sent to Lundar. Nine gramo
phone records were supplied to
an Air Force station in northern
Canada. Mrs. Skaptason had
suggested that prizes be given
to the Indian children at the
Industrial school at Portage la
Prairie for their very fine handi
work, and a donation was made
to this project. The Musica
Scholarship of $50 was won by
Allan Beck, who had shown
consistently high marks, and had
won the Junior Musical club
prize in June. Three other music
scholarships of the Order were
supported. Mrs. Skaptason re-
ported an item of interest to the
Nicholson and Mrs. J. F. Krist-1 members, namely, that Froken
Resume of Reports
Knitting for unorganized ter
rilories (Mrs. P. J. Sivertson):
Fifty-one articles have been
turned in: six sweaters, three
scarves, 15 pair mitts, two pair
stockings, 24 pair socks and one
quilt, donated by Mrs. C. B.
Jonsson. Mrs. Nordal has been
most generous with her time anc
has supplied a good deal of wool
herself.
Hospital Visiting: Mrs. H. G.
sympathy have been sent to
those who have been bereaved.
Sixteen letters of thanks have
been received during the year
from recipients.
The chapter supported the
Spring Tea for the Blind, our
convener being Mrs. H. A. Berg'
man. Ten members and friends
worked at the I.O.D.E. tag day,
Sept. 13, with Mrs. Perry acting
as captain.
The chapter is interested in
supporting the building of
memorial hall for the use of the
community, and members have
served on the committee to dis
cuss the Chair in Icelandic at the
University of Manitoba.
Conventions: Mrs. B. S. Ben-
son, our regent, represented the
chapter at the provincial con-
vention in April. At this con-
vention she was elected to the
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sen has been requested to write
in behalf of the chapter, a tribute
to Miss Inga Johnson, for her
outstanding work in the First
World War, andkher devotion to
community service. Dr. Blondal,
the göod friend and sympathetic
doctor, is mourned by all; and
the brilliant public servant, Mr.
Justice Bergman’s passing is a
loss to the whole country. Our
heartfelt sympathy goes to those
who are left with their sorrow.
Officers elected for the coming
year are: Honorary regents, Mrs
B. J'. Brandson and Mrs. J. B
Skaptason; hon. vice-regents.
Mrs. R. Petursson, Mrs. B. B.
Jonsson, Mrs. V. J. Eylands,
Mrs. P. M. Petursson and Mrs.
Fred Stephenson; regent, Mrs.
B. S. Benson; vice-regents, Mrs.
E. A. Isfeld, Mrs. J. S. Gillies
and Mrs. P. J. Sivertson; secre-
tary, Mrs. H. F. Danielson; treas.,
Mrs. H. G. Henrickson; educa-
tional sec., Mrs. J. B. Skaptason;
Echoes, Mrs. T. E. Thorsteinson;
welfare, Mrs. V. Baldwinson and
Mrs. S. Johnson; Empire study,
Mrs. O. Stephensen; Unorgan-
ized, Mrs/ P. J. Sivertson; ex-
Service Personnel, Mrs. H. G.
Nicholson and Mrs. T. Hannes-
son; standard bearer, Mrs. S. Gil-
lis; councillors, Mrs. J. F. Krist-
janson, Mrs. L. E. Summers,
Mrs. O. Cain and Mrs. A. Fischer.
Post-war convener, Mrs. B.
Thorpe.
In conclusion we wish to thank
all those who have so generously
supported our work: all organi-
zations and individuals, business
firms and the press. We extend
our thanks to the churches for
co-operation and to the two Ice-
landic weeklies for courtesy and
the use of space in their columns
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