VALEDICTORY SOCIAL.

Manawatu Herald, Volume XLVII, Issue 2863, 26 March 1925, Page 3

VALEDICTORY SOCIAL.

A very enjoyable gathering took place in the public school on Tuesday evening, when the teaching staff and Committee assembled to farewell Aliss Beard and bid bon voyage to Air and Airs J. K. Hornblow. In asking Miss Beard’s acceptance of a small bedroom timepiece and purse, as a token of esteem, Mr F. Mason, head master, expressed regret at the recipient’s departure, and wished her every success in her new position at the Ilutt. Air Alason referred to Aliss Beard’s splendid school record and her enthusiasm on behalf of the educational and physical welfare of the pupils. Aliss Beard was one who devoted a great amount of time to the study of her profession, and would -appreciate the opportunity of acquiring further academic advancement. at the university.

Air Ilornblow spoke appreciatively of Afiss Beard’s faithful services, and added that during her comparatively long connection with the school no adverse report had been received by ' the Committee from parents of pupils. Owing to t'lie epidemic the children were unable to meet Aliss Beard, but he assured her that she would carry away with her their very best wishes and would be pleased to hear of her future happiness and prosperity. Miss Board feelingly replied, and said that she was devoted to her profession, and the educational advancement of the pupils. “After all,” she concluded,” I have only tried to do my duty.” She would ii lain very pleasant memories of her connection with the Fox ton school. Miss Beard was accorded musical honours and cheers.

Alessrs Alason and Jno. Ross, on behalf of the staff and Committee, wished Air and Mrs Ilornblow a pleasant trip and a safe return, and in order that they would keep in touch with those they were leaving behind, asked their acceptance of a fountain pen and silver pencil. Air Ilornplow suitably replied, and said that one of the pleasures lie anticipated was in visiting schools, and in this connection he was in receipt of an introductory letter from the Afinister of Education.

During the evening musical items, cards and dancing were indulged in, followed by a dainty supper provided by the lady members of the staff. “Auld Lang Syne,” and the National Anthem concluded a very enjoyable evening.