1928 - Annual Convention

              F O U R T E E N T H A N N U A L C O N V E N T I ON 39
bers turned out and cleaned up the cemetery; weeds were cut and sagebrush
grubbed. The U . F . W . A . and the G i r l s ' Club and a number of the men of the
town helped with this work. Beds of flowers were planted, and every grave
was decorated with a cross of flowers. It is planned to make this an annual
event. This branch has chosen the rose as its flower, and each member is
p l a n t i n g at least one. A prize is offered for the best bloom. Several prizes
were carried off by this branch at the horticultural show which was held in
connection with the conference.
Warner Constituency sends a report that is most encouraging of a flower
and vegetable show which was staged in connection with the constituency
conference. This enterprise was highly praised by competent judges. So
successful was this exhibition that over $ 100.00 was subscribed toward this
fund the early part of this year to provide for a bigger and better show
this f a l l . New Dayton W. I. w i l l compete this year and give some of the
prizes.
Coronation Constituency reports good gardens, wonderful flowers
and trees beautify the homes, shrubs and hedges improve schools ceme­teries,
and public buildings as well as the homes of our members. The
quality of both cream and eggs has improved by s e l l i n g through the pools.
Heavier production of poultry is encouraged. Small fruits receive more
attention every year. Three young people attended the agricultural schools.
V e g r e v i l l e Constituency.— The Vegreville constituency reports that papers
were given on gardening and poultry- raising. Vegetable seeds and cuttings
were exchanged, and a horticultural question box was answered by the
convener. The Vegreville W. I. had an address oh gardening f r om a member
of the horticultural society. The W. I. gave assistance for three days to the
exhibition association during the fair, taking charge of the women's exhibits
and the fruit display for the Vegreville district, which won three prizes at the
provincial fair. Tofield is improving the school grounds.
Macleod Constituency is continuing w i t h the cemetery work begun last
year by planting 1,200 trees. Standoff W. I. is planning to plant trees in
s ix different school yards, and is now considering ways and means of doing
this.
Cochrane Constituency.— Crossfield has spent $ 259.60 on beautifying the
cemetery, and a lecture was given on gardening and the care of perennials.
Olds West Constituency has fine gardens, and made a study of rotation
of crops and poultry- raising. Small fruits are receiving marked attention.
B e a u t i f y i n g homes is of common interest, with tree- planting general: Native
shrubs are being used for hedges. The growing of seeds and how to make a
hot- bed were topics of study. Harmattan held a very successful flower and
vegetable show in August, the children's section being especially interesting
and attractive.
Taber Constituency was one of the first to hold flower shows. At Coal­dale
a park is under way which will cost $ 500. Beekeeping is one of the
most important industries in this d i s t r i c t ; 300,000 pounds was produced last
year in an area of about 20 square miles. Ever Ready helped with the
school fair.
V i c t o r i a and Sturgeon Constituencies report that the Warspite W. I. is
t a k i n g up the question of how to get r i d of noxious weeds and the sawfly,
which is a menace to agriculture in this locality. Bedding and potting plants
has also been an interesting topic of study. The Institute has a member on
the exhibition board. Tree- planting is popular throughout the constituencies.
F i n e Creek co- operates with the Board of Trade and helps the school fair.
Wainwright Constituency reports vigorous tree- planting campaigns and a
very l i v e l y interest in gardening.
Gleichen Constituency reports tree- planting on the streets of Cluny this
spring.
Cardston Constituency reports planting of tree belts. They are slowly
but surely making permanent homes and are enthusiastic workers along all
lines of agriculture.
Peace River, Grouard and Grande Prairie Constituencies have all done
good work along agricultural lines. Erin Lodge has been kept busy home-b
u i l d i n g i n this new country. Wild flowers are beautiful and luxuriant, but
garden flowers are cultivated too. A wonderful display of asters and sweet