Creed We believe in the joy of growing things; that it is good to know and cherish the wonder of nature, and labor to increase them. We believe that work in the garden brings beauty to our homes, health to our bodies and peace to our hearts. May our association in the Garden Club help us to realize these things. By Anna Cotter, First President (1952-1953)
Anna was born August 9, 1900. She died December 19, 1995. Anna earned a degree in Agriculture from Penn State University. In March 1952, she organized the Murrysville Garden Club with a membership of 50 women. A Fall Flower Show was held on September 18th of that year. Anna was also instrumental in forming the Pittsburgh Rose Society.
CONSERVATION PLEDGE
I give my pledge as an American to save and faithfully defend from waste, the natural resources of my country - its soil and minerals, its forests, waters and wildlife. CLUB COLLECT
Our Heavenly Father, for Thy beauty and love which we see in each flower and tree, we thank Thee. May the miracle of growing things which Thou dost share with man fill our hearts and lives with love of Thee and all mankind. Amen OBJECTIVES To stimulate the knowledge and love of gardening; to aid in the conservation of natural resources; to encourage civic beautification; and to cooperate with civic groups in the furtherance of these objectives.
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