VALEDICTORY

Hokitika Guardian, 2 March 1922, Page 1

VALEDICTORY

A STILLWATER FUNCTION

-Mr W. M. I-' mvfer, who has been stationmaster at Stillwater for the last seven years, lias lately been transferred to another position at Greymouth. The residents of the Stillwater locality, realising his and Mrs Fowler’s many good qualities, gathered together and decided to make them a presentation in retognition of their services. The presentation was made in the Stillwater Schoolroom on Friday evening last, and judging from the number present it could be seen that both Mr and Mrs Fowler wiere most popular citizens. The function took the form of a social and dance, young and old enjoying themselves thoroughly. The floor was in excellent condition. Music was supplied bv Mrs Johnson (piano), and Mr \Y. IT. Haybitle (cornet), and was much enjoyed. Extras were contributed by Mr Harper (piano), and Mr P. Laffy (violin). Mr Daly made a very efficient M.C. Prior to supper adjournment, the Chairman (Mr P. Laffy) after paying a high tribute to the guests oi Ihe evening, presented them with a solid silver tea and cofllee service, and an oak tray. Many neat speeches by local residents and sjiorts accompanied the gift, all re-echoing the sentiments of the large number present. Mr Fowler, on risi» - to reply, was greeted with rounds of applause. He thanked the people for their beautiful presents, stating that it had at all times been his ambition to kelp all. At this stage Mr Laffy took the opportunity of extending a hearty welcome to Mr and Mrs Richardson. Mr Richardson will fill Mr Fowler’s vacancy at Stillwater. Musical items were interspersed throughout the dance programme, Messrs James and Laffy contributing excellent items. The singing of “Auld Lang Syne” brought one of the most successful functions ever held in Still water Schoolroom to a close.