DRUIDISM.

Manawatu Herald, Volume XXXI, Issue 448, 14 January 1909, Page 3

DRUIDISM.

Social and Presentations.

After the business of the evening at the usual meeting of the local Druids Dodge had been concluded last night, a social was held and two presentations made. The officers provided refreshments on a liberal scale, and a good muster sat down and partook of the repast. Bro. F. Woods A.D., presided. After the usual loyal toasts had been honoured, Bro. Ball, P.A.D., said he had a pleasing duty to perform which was to present Bro. P. T. Robinson, permanent secretary, with a handsome sash, awarded by the Grand Secretary of the Order, to the member who had been responsible for largest number of initiates during the past six months. He also referred in glowing terms to the recipient’s enthusiasm for the advancement of Druidism in Foxton. After Bro. Robinson’s health had been drunk with musical honours, he suitably acknowledged the gift and stated that he would have taken the same interest in the welfare of the lodge apart from the hope of reward.

Dr Adams, lodge surgeon, was called upon to present Bro. P. M. Page, minute secretary, who is about to sever his connection with the lodge and towu, with a pipe, as a memento and token of the esteem in which he is held by the members. Dr Adams referred to Bro. Page’s good qualities both as a Druid and citizen, and expressed sincere regret at his departure and the hope that prosperity would be his lot in the future. The health of Bro. Page was drunk with enthusiasm, In acknowledging the gift and kindly expressions, Bro. Page, who was taken completely by surprise, paid a tribute to the officers and brethren of the lodge and said the gift would ever remind him of the pleasant times spent among the brethren. Songs and recitations were contributed during the evening and a pleasant time spent.