Monday, September 24, 2007

HAIGLER WOMEN’S CLUB - 1922-2002

The following article, contributed by Laura Pearl Wall, was printed in the Haigler items by Opal Collicott in 2004. When it got to the point of four ladies in attendance (two others paid dues) it was decided to disband. The money in the treasury was given to local needs.

HAIGLER WOMEN’S CLUB 1922-2002

Haigler, like many little pioneer towns, was holding its own in extreme southwest Nebraska and had been incorporated in 1909. The schoolhouse was 35 years old. The Methodist Church was 34. The nearest thing to organized social life was the gathering of a few women who met to sew quilts and blankets. That was fine for those who like that activity; but what about the others? No radio, no television, no internet! So when a notice appeared in the Haigler News inviting all women in Haigler and the vicinity to a meeting to organize a Woman’s Club, several ladies responded and Haigler Woman’s Club became reality Oct. 5, 1922. The preamble to the Constitution and Bylaws expressed the goals of the organization. “In pursuit of happiness, it is necessary to develop the best within ourselves, then reach out and help others. Therefore we, the women of Haigler and vicinity for our mutual improvement do form ourselves into an organization by the name of the Haigler Woman’s Club.”

Banquets and plays were often held in the early years. Many of the enjoyable and appreciated events of the Haigler Community are results of the Woman’s Club in cooperation with other organizations. The sings and the first walks at the school; sponsoring of Girl Scouts, Red Cross, Heart Fund, Music Week, Essays for students, Art appreciation, donations to Nebraska Children’s Home, glass backboards in the gymnasium, poetry contests and the library are all things which come to mind.

A book-Memories of Country Schools Near Haigler, NE-was sponsored by the Haigler Woman’s Club. The land where the town park is located was purchased by the Woman’s Club and given to the Village of Haigler in 1950. The Gazebo Park belongs to Woman’s Club. The gazebo and cowboy sculptures are maintained by club members; along with the whisky barrel flower planters. A flower garden in the cemetery, has been maintained by club members since 1974. It is hoped that these activities can continue to be performed.

The community is grateful for 80 years-1922 to 2002. Membership has dwindled due to health, death and disinterest. Haigler Woman’s Club meets on the first Wednesday of each month at the fellowship hall of the United Methodist Church. Everyone is invited.

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