VALEDICTORY.
ENSIGN HUMPHREY. On Wednesday evening Ensign Humphrey, who has been transferred to Devonport, conducted his final band practice with the Paeroa Salvation Army Band- During his 12 months’ term here the Ensign, an accomplished musician, has caused, the band to make remarkable progress, and his leaving their midst is a matter of sincere regret for all. A surprise banquet wats 1 tendered at 9 p.m.. on the conclusion of the practice. Eulogistic speeches were given by Bandmaster Martin, Band Sergeant Kallu, and Band Secretary Malcolm. Envoy Underwood, referred to the time when the band consisted actually of one cornet, one violin, and one inevitable drum Now its strength numbered fourteen, and its music was a credit to the concern. He hoped that as the town progressed—a,s it surely must—rthe band would keep steady pace with the rate of advancement. Entsign Humphrey replied in fitting terms, only as one who had' endeavoured .to do his duty faithfully. He ret rued the baton to the bandmaster with every satisfaction and confidenceThe gathering concluded with hearty cheers for Ensign Humphrey, conductor.
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Hauraki Plains Gazette, Volume XXXVII, Issue 4926, 15 January 1926, Page 3
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179VALEDICTORY. Hauraki Plains Gazette, Volume XXXVII, Issue 4926, 15 January 1926, Page 3
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