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After thirty years of service to the community, First Thursday Club continued to be active. Most of the meetings were held in the homes. Mrs. Julia Morgase was President for five years. During Mrs. Myrlie Mason’s term as President the membership doubled. Mrs. Minnie Hazen was active as an officer; Mrs. Mary Le Grave was recording secretary for about twenty five years; Mrs. Lena Haigle prepared many programs and entertainments; Mrs. Sarah Spencers contributed her time and interest in the welfare of the community; Mesdames Seralda Cooksons and Eleanore McMasters interest in the Sunday School and Church, which the First Thursday Club contributed money. Mrs. Myrtle Crawford helped to re-establish the Library. Mesdames Mabel Batchelor, Frances Theill, and Elizabeth Bradford arranged successful bazaars and dinners. Mrs. Christine Dow was active in sewing and contributed her articles to the club to be sold for raising money. Oranges were sent to the sick. Medical aid was given to school children. The club loan chest continued to function. Occasionally the First Thursday Club met at the Freeland Hall. As there was little equipment for serving dinners, each member was asked to bring service for two. If they failed to do so, they were fined five cents. Mothers’ Day was observed a gift was given to the eldest and youngest mothers present. Gifts were sent to new babies of members. Gift bags were made for over seas soldiers; birthdays were observed. Funds were given towards playground equipment for the Mutiny Bay Grade School. At Christmas time, baskets of food were sent to bachelors in the neighborhood, also the “shut ins.” The club members continued to can fruits and vegetables for the Deaconess Hospital in Everett. Money was sent to the Washington Children’s Home, Red Cross and Orthopedic Hospital.
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