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necessary funds for the work, they rented some land and did all the work, 

 except plowing, of making and gathering several bales of cotton. This shows 

 what perseverance will accomplish. 



To those who are interested in dairying this is an ideal place for informa- 

 tion. All the improved utensils for handling the milk and butter are shown 

 and suggestions given for marketing. 



We also learn of the value of ventilation in the home, of the prevention of 

 diseases, of home nursing and properly cooked food for the sick. 



One of the most enjoyable discussions at our State meeting was on "The 

 Country Woman's Spending Money," by Mrs. Boylin and Mrs. Smith of 

 Raleigh. In this discussion it was shown that nearly every article around the 

 farm home is marketable if properly handled. These discussions are a great 

 source of inspiration and encouragement to the woman who feels that she 

 can do such a little towards providing small luxuries for the family. 



Another interesting subject discussed was the importance of beautifying the 

 home grounds. It was shown that with little expense so much improvement 

 could be made by sodding the lawn in grass, the arrangement of a few well- 

 chosen flowers, shrubs and trees, which would add material value to the prop- 

 erty as well as afford great pleasure to both family and passerby. 



To the mother who has but a few days to spend on a pleasure trip the State 

 meeting of the Woman's Institute in Raleigh presents great attractions. The 

 expenses are very. small, and the trip can be made one of profit as well as 

 great pleasure. In a social way it affords an opportunity of meeting the best 

 and most earnest women of our State, women who are wide-awake and pro- 

 gressive, who are willing and anxious to do all that is possible towards up- 

 building the homes of North Carolina and the education of her sons and daugh- 

 ters. 



The city itself offers many attractions,, being not only our capital, but also 

 a city of colleges and other public institutions. 



I hope to have shown by this review of the work that the Woman's Institute 

 is an organization whose objects are helpful, whose aims are liberal and 

 whose subjects for discussion are profitable, interesting and unlimited, and 

 when it appeals to all persons of a community, bringing about a hearty co- 

 operation, it may become a great source of education. 



THE PREVENTION OF DISEASE IN THE HOME. 



By Mrs. W. N. Hutt. 



The big strong man swings joyously along to his work, the happy mother 

 hums a little tune as she performs her daily round of duties, and the children 

 in the yard scream with laughter at the mere joy of play and sunshine and 

 strong little bodies. 



Do We appreciate this priceless treasure of health? Yes; the five wise 

 virgins appreciate and guard it tenderly and the foolish ones learn its value 

 only when it is too late. Let every Woman's Institute woman be a wise virgin, 

 and, believing the old adage that "an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of 

 cure," still fortify herself with knowledge for the day of sickness. 



A medical journal recently made the statement that nearly all illness is the 

 result of either carelessness or lack of knowledge, and so it is, as you will see, 

 if you consider a moment. It may not be carelessness or lack of knowledge 

 on your part, perhaps, or my part, or on the part of anyone you know, but 

 that does not prevent you or your loved ones being the sufferers. 



If we would value that "ounce of prevention" let us learn more and more 

 to appreciate fresh air and sunshine, to never forget the virtues of water and 

 to study the well-balanced diet — these three, the trinity of health. 



