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V^puiXui- \xX^- (J Maine Federation News Official Organ of the Maine Club Women Published at Augusta, Maine by the Maine Federation of Women’s Clubs VOLUME XXIII MAY, 1947 NUMBER 4 PAN AMERICAN DAY BOOKS TO ENJOY APRIL 14 February, though a short month, open­ The Pan American Union seeks to en­ ed with a prospect of two hundred books list YOUR cooperation in making the to be published, of which one critic said 1947 celebration of PAN AMERICAN only four would be seriously considered. DAY and PAN AMERICAN WEEK more Our fiction group is short this time important than ever. though some notable writers have con­ COOPERATION—KEYNOTE OF THE tributed to the list. AMERICAS—the slogan for Pan Ameri­ Our well loved Booth Tarkington, in can Day in 1947—faithfully interprets his novel left unfinished, “Show Piece”, the very essence of the Inter-American has again written about youngsters. System. In this period of postwar re­ Theirs was a world in which he had organization there is more urgent need made himself at home. Probably, the than ever to commemorate this historic Penrod books and “Seventeen” will linger anniversary, so significant of the union longest in the affectionate regard of Mr. and friendship that can exist among na­ Tarkington’s readers. “Show Piece” is tions. the story of the rich boy of a small town The following material has been pre­ who grows up worshipping his own image pared and is available to teachers and and the ultimate end. adult leaders: We are glad to see that Edna Ferber, □ The Inter-American System that master of short story writing, has A popular presentation of the inter­ given us “One Basket” a collection of 31 national organization of the 21 American short stories—a cross section of American Republics. Its origin and historical de­ life—from 1913 to 1942—and reflects with velopment. The agencies through which integrity their author’s personal slant on it functions. Achievements in various life and reveals her pride in the growth fields—the political and legal, the eco­ of America. Each story is preceded by a nomic and social, the cultural. brief comment. Suitable as a textbook and for discus­ Those who enjoyed, “My Son, My Son”, Dear Clubwomen, sion groups. A must for source material. will read with pleasure “The Dunker- Illustrated, 36 pages, 25 cents ley’s”, by Howard Spring said to be his For me, it is nearly Journey’s End as □ COLORFUL POSTER by one of best since the earlier novel. your Federation president. It has been Latin America’s foremost contemporary Walter D. Edmonds again gives one of difficult for me to choose words to thank artists, Cuba’s Mario Carreno. The poster his fine pictures of the west—in his “In you adequately for the opportunity you is 19x28 inches and bears the 1947 slo­ the Hands of the Senecas,” a good piece have given me to serve you as your leader gan—“Cooperation — Keynote of the of work. these past two years. The loyalty, the Americas”. While this unusual poster is friendship and the affection we have primarily intended for window displays, You will enjoy “Color Blind” by Mar­ shared one with the other are more pre­ a limited number is available for bulle­ garet Halsey, author of “Some of My cious to me than rubies. I think that bet­ tin boards. Friends are Soldiers” in which she tells ter than reams of prose, the following □ MANUAL FOR STUDENTS AND of her experiences in a big Canteen in little poem which I have written for you TEACHERS. Contains the following ma­ New York—and the problems arising in can best express my sentiments. terial: its conduct. Excerpts from Gabriela Mistral’s “Small Town”, by Granville Hicks gives TO MAINE CLUBWOMEN “Pledge for Youth in the Americas”. an account of the author’s experiences Hail and farewell. How strange it seems, Radio play “New World Symphony”; in making a home in a small town in So much to do, so little done! may also be used for stage presentation. rural New York—there is a warmth and The days have vanished like a dream Folk dances of Brazil, Costa Rica, Peru perceptiveness about Mr. Hicks approach And only modest victories won, and Uruguay, with music and directions. to his neighbors that makes the book Though girt with labors sun to sun. Geography quiz, games and puzzles. fascinating in its detail. (Free) Two books on China claim our atten­ Remember how a mantle fell □ SELECTED LIST “Latin American tion and should be widely read—“Thunder Upon these shoulders still untried? Song Books and References for Guidance Out of China” by White and Jacoby I prayed, “May it become me well in Planning Fiestas”. which so well tells us why the National­ To choose humility for pride, Material available for the use of groups ists and Communists could not get to­ To do Thy work, with Thou my guide.” in the preparation of programs and festi­ gether and why Gen. Marshall could not Through war and peace the course has vals which center about Latin American succeed in his attempts at conciliation. led customs. (Free) China’s Destiny by Chiang Kai Shek is By mountain peaks and valley’s stream □ PROGRAM SUGGESTIONS for a work designed expressly to shape the And oh, how swift the hours have sped, Pan American Day. Summarized ideas mind of this generation of the Chinese Uncased by shield or sabre’s seam which have been worked into successful by conveying to them Pres. Chiang’s The way lit only by your gleam. Pan American Day programs. (Free) own interpretation of his mission as suc­ □ COFFEE IN THE AMERICAS. A cessor to the great Sun Yat Sen. Farewell the past; the future Hail! series of illustrated studies for elemen­ “Report to St. Peter” by Hendrick Van To you who follow in the quest tary and high school students. (Free) Loon, the last from his pen is but a frag­ You cannot tire, you must not fail. Check the items you desire and return ment of a projected autobiography. He The giver, not the gift is blest. this form to: Give much. To God leave all the rest. had written his 220th page when death PAN AMERICAN UNION, OFFICE OF wrote finis to all his work. It’s a com- LILLIAN H. COREY, THE COUNSELOR, WASHINGTON 6, President D. C. (Continued on Page 3) 2 MAINE FEDERATION NEWS Edited by be done under the crowded conditions NEW PROGRAM MAGAZINE prevailing and with so little money. AGENDA is the name of the new how­ Adelaide B. Knowlton Every club member is urged to lend her to magazine for club programmers be­ support to Mr. Greenleaf’s Bill now ginning next April. It will be sent free The official organ of and published by the pending before the Legislature. on request to the program planner of • Maine Federation of Women's Clubs. Entered as Second class matter at the Post MRS. HARRIETT D. GRAY, purposeful groups led by women. Office at Damariscotta, Maine, October, 1945. AGENDA will offer a wide selection of Published four times a year: October, Decem­ Chairman Public Welfare ber, February and May. Maine Federation of Women’s program ideas and plans on public affairs, Address news items and. send subscriptions cultural and practical subjects. It will to Mrs. Adelaide B. Knowlton, Damariscotta Clubs. Maine. be non-political, non-sectarian—a service “trade paper.” Its Advisory Council is representative of women’s club leadership OFFICERS 1946-1947 New England Conference of State and activity planning. President Federations of Women’s Clubs The first issue will contain important Mrs. Philip V. Corey ......................... Damariscotta articles by well known authorities on “A First Vice President On Wednesday, February 19, Miss Little U. N. in Your Town,” UNESCO, Mrs. Bert A. MacKenzie 169 Main St., Orono Second Vice President Margaret Howison, President of the New ILO, World Trade, Women’s Clubs and Mrs. Gilbert F. Loebs Hampshire Federation of Women’s Clubs the Retailer. “Peace Plans Practical,” the 43 Burleigh St., Waterville Recording Secretary and 1947 Program Chairman for the New Equal Rights Amendment, the Women’s Mrs. Donald W. Small .................... East Machias England Conference, held a very success­ Joint Congressional Committee, “Do Con­ Corresponding Secretary ful luncheon meeting at her charming Mrs. Sunie C. Clifford ..................... Damariscotta gressmen Listen to Women’s Clubs?” Treasurer home in Milford, N. H. The purpose of special club activities in Indiana, New Miss Elizabeth Fox........... 18‘South St., Gorham the meeting was to formulate plans for York and Connecticut, a Program Contest General Federation Director Mrs. Philip V. Corey .................... Damariscotta the Annual New England Conference to with awards, an interview with Helen be held at the Forest Hills Hotel, Fran­ Hokinson, a short-short story on race Subscription rate, $1.00 pearly conia, N.