County and City Council to be invited to inspect the new Shelter in the near future and lunch was to be served. All accounts for the old building were to be paid before moving. Arrangements were to be made by the committee regarding the sale of the old furnishings and building. Ladies should meet at the new Shelter to welcome the children upon arrival on Thursday, January 4 at 4:30 pm.

Problems continued following the opening of the new Shelter. There were conflicts between the matron, janitor and the nursemaid. Board members appeared frequently at the Shelter. The matron and her assistant would not work together and the matron was asked to resign.

In July of 1917 Mr. and Mrs. Ruston moved into the Shelter. The old problem of insufficient staff forced them to resign in October, 1918. However, Mr. Ruston continued in the capacity of agent and his salary was increased to $85.00 per month.

Problems at the Shelter continued to plague the Society over the next few years.

Mr. Ritchie died in December, 1921. Monies received from the Ritchie Estate were invested in bonds.