17 In 1958, another hot water system was purchased, and a refrigerator was donated. Periodically, some minor changes were made. But early in the 1960's, the kitchen was Condemned by the Fire Chief because there were insufficient exits - one door into the lower hall, and no door to the outside. Consequently, no more teas could be held until this condition was remedied. This having finally been accomplished in 1965» a very successful Pall Tea was served from the new kitchen, which has been and is considered to be very satisfactory. "The Kitchen" At some future time you may hear or read about the frustrations that were experienced in the Kirk kitchen. In the early days all sorts of devices were tried: once it was steam; then it was gas; then coal. Oh, well—anyway, someone has written a few lines to perpetuate the memories of that fabulous "Kirk Kitchen." Once there was an ancient kitchen In the Kirk of old St. James; And the folks who struggled in it Gave to it some fancy names. When one worked in it - Good Gracious I Feet and hands and back did ache. Women groaned and begged, "Can't someone Change this thing for heaven's sake?" In a corner stood a barrel, O 'er a barrel hung a hose; Someone says, "We need hot water." Smitty hollers, "Thar she blows.'" In the space of tvjenty minutes Windows, walls, and people shook, And the place was filled with vapour Everywhere one chanced to look. Gas and coal proved little better, Gas caused fumes, and coal caused smoke; Keeping calm in these conditions Certainly was not a joke. Even though it was hard labour, Great was the "esprit de corps," As shown, when some poor creature mumbled: '"Tis the church we're working for." Nov;, at last, we've got a set-up That is really not too bad. Anyway, it's a vast improvement On the darn old things we've had.