At the May meeting of Natland & Oxenholme W.I. , President Marion Thornton welcomed members, & special guest, County Federation Adviser, Mrs Doris Aldworth.Doris outlined details of the two resolutions nominated for the National A.G.M. in Liverpool next month concerning the Closure of local Libraries, and the proposed building of 'Mega' Farms for cattle & pigs. A lively discussion on both emotive proposals ensued, the final votes going in favour of the motions, but some abstentions were noted for the farming issue.
A supper was provided by the Committee with 'taster 'samples from the 'Tray bake' competition, which was won by Pat Tetlow.
The evening ended on a lighter note with members enjoying a Beetle Drive!
Next meeting is on 15th June. The speaker Malcolm Pilling, talk entitled - 'Confessions of a Plumber'.
Visitors welcome.