Glassford

WRI

The Rural held their AGM on their final meeting of the current session and included presentation of flower show trophies.

President Janet Foster welcomed members and judges of the competitions, Mary Reid and Margaret Hamilton from Chapelton.

Reports were read out and approved by the members who agreed it has been a busy and successful year.

Honorary president Frances Smith accepted the chair for the election of office bearers and committee.

There are no changes from last year. Honorary Presidents – Mrs J Fleming & Mrs F Smith; President – Janet Foster; Vice-president – Sheila Moore; Treasurer – Marion Russell; Secretary – Elizabeth Frame. Committee – Margaret Law, Mima Struthers, Marion Miller, Marion Armour, Irene French, Alison Brisbane, Isobel Marshall.

Mrs J Fleming presented the trophies. Honorary president’s trophy: Plain gingerbread – Margaret Law; Gardening Scotland rhubarb and ginger jam – Francis Smith. Baking: Tray bake – Janet Foster; DK Article – Margaret Law; Seniors craft – Margaret Law; Preserves: Lemon curd – Marion Miller. Handicrafts: Decorated wine bottle – Marion Russell; Floral posy in a tea cup – Elizabeth Moore. Points Winner for the year – Marion Russell.

President Janet gave the vote of thanks and presented flowers to the judges and the honorary presidents.

The evening finished with a lovely supper and the raffle. The next meeting will take place on Thursday, September 13 at 7.30pm. All Welcome.