A History of Elmsdale, Elmsdale West, and Brockton, Prince Edward Island

help with the maintenance of the manse and church. On August 12, 1949 the ladies held an ice cream and cake sale on the, church grounds. A goodly sum was realized. Plans were made to buy a carpet for the church. On November 19th they held a pantry sale and bazaar at J .D. Johnston’s store. In 1950 a box of clothing and school sup— plies were sent for relief overseas. Paint and curtains were bought for the manse in 1952. Floor covering was bought in 1953. A travelling apron was a way of raising funds. The person who sewed on the neatest patch with money inside received a prize. Alton Hardy won the prize two years in a row. In 1954 a turkey supper was held. A washer and icebox were bought for the manse. In 1955 there were twenty- eight members. The ladies put on a play with a sale of candy. They voted $50.00

Joyce Hardy Coll.

United Church Women’s Auxiliary

Back.Row (1 to r): Marjorie MacArthur, Susie Matthews, Tilly Horne, Alecia Williams, Tilly Hardy, Pauline Matthews, Floss1e Hardy, Edna Sheen

Front Row (1 to r): Agnes Williams, Jean Cameron, Susie Gordon, Hazel Hardy, Lutie MaCAuSIand' (Taken at the residence 0f Agnes Williams, Dock Road)

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