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FEDERATED [cl-lime furniture, ironl kettle, eedlework and such add laces us candle-forms and oodeo egg-cups were shown the F.W.I.O. "historical re‘ arch" booth at the Royal inter Fair. The convener of 9 exhibit Mrs. Chas. Agnew seated at the left; Mrs. Geo. ‘dley, Ontario representative F.W.I.O.C. Board at the right. The general feeling was that news coverage w om C.B.C. is excellent and adequate. Transâ€" anada Matinee received mention more often 1 an any other program. Agricultureâ€"Talks y agricultural representatives and professors agricultural schools rated excellent. Bob . eith’s garden talks rate high. Home conomics â€"â€" Talks on health, posture and lothes were mentioned as of special interest 1.. women. Sports â€" Present coverage well ‘ecommended, especially by husbands and mily. Children’s Programs â€" The unaniâ€" 1 ous choice in reports was Kindergarten of : e Air. A request for Bible stories rather an fairy tales for Sunday listening, also to ramatize fairy tales similar to Walt Disney’s ictures and to simplify classics so they can v. understood by children. Stories of crime, hich include gun-play, stealing, lying and urder are disapproved and suggestion is ade that if such plays must be continued hey should be presented later at night when he children are in bed. Mothers are more han ever aware that children’s programs ither on radio or television need supervision. To sum upfllnstitute women across Onâ€" ario prefer educational programs, classical or emiâ€"classical music, plays that influence for etter living. Good comedy for relaxation. rgan music. Good books in installment eading. Home and International news, all of 'hich add to the enriching and happineSS of he individual and the family. They dislike iveâ€"away programs, blatant music, singing ommercials. songs with neither melody nor bought. They protest alcohol advertising nd favor plays with less alcoholic drinking. uality rather than quantity in advertising is ecommended. Many conveners said the discussions and UFVEY had been interesting and they hoped 0 take it up again. All realized the influence f the radio in the past on our home and amily and agreed that we must help mould he pattern for the best in radio and teleâ€" - ision for the future. F.W.I.O. Booth at the Royal Mrs, Chas. Agnew reported the Booth this ear centred around Historical Research and ' as a good replica of a pioneer home. Mrs. Ignew wished to express appreciation and incere thanks to Miss Lewis for contacting l 1". Earl Fahl (Exhibits Extension Service. ePartment of Public Relations O.A.C.). With INTER 1955 WOMEN'S lNSHTUTES OF ONTARlO the efforts and co-operation of them both the booth was built, The two provincial first prize Tweedsmuir histories were displayed in the booth. which was furnished with furniture and articles of pioneer times. As F.W.I.O. representative to the Royal Winter Fair as well as a member of the Fair Board, Mrs, Agnew with Mrs. Maynard made arrangements for the large tea given by the Royal Winter Fair Board. Ontario Historical Society Mrs. Sanford Aikins gave the report of the Ontario Historical Society. The 1954 annual meeting was held in Ottawa in June with 150 in attendance. A resolution was brought forâ€" ward relating to a pioneer village museum and it was suggested that the pioneer village should be illustrative chiefly of rural life of that area of Ontario where it be located. Navy League Report by Mrs. Arthur Gillet. The major objective of the Navy League is the sponsorng of Sea Cadet Corps which are organized in 37 cities and towns in Ontario with an enrolment of 2,553 cadets. The reâ€" port of the Auxiliary indicated extensive work being carried out by Auxiliary members in visiting veterans in hospitals, supplying them with comforts and cheer, sending supplies to Canadian Navy personnel serving in Korean waters. Grateful appreciation was expressed to the F.W.I.O. for general and valuable assistance as well as financial help during the year, The F.W.l.O_ contributed $724.76 cash during the year. Junior Institutes Mrs. R. Alexander reported that there are Junior Institutes in 7 convention areas with memberships in each club varying up to 30. The program is a widely diversified one and the activities are many, Donations are given to many worthy causes. Joint meetings with the Junior Farmer clubs are held at the close of the Girls' meeting, Joint projects included sponsoring Public Speaking and Debating contests. Amateur entertainment, Juniors Farmers Camp, Square Dance competition, Field Days, Annual Church Service. A 4â€"H Club Conference of 3 days‘ duration was held at the GAO Guelph, the first ever held, and it was a tremendous success. The theme was “You and Your World.” Every district and country was represented by one to three delegates.