MR S. W. ARMSTRONG

Otago Daily Times, Issue 26618, 14 November 1947, Page 3

MR S. W. ARMSTRONG

Farewell to Popular Officer

A pleasant social function was held in the Bungalow Tearooms yesterday morning w'hen a farewell was tendered to Mr S. W. Armstrong, inspector of factories, on the eve of his departure to take up a new appointment in Christchurch. The Deputy Mayor, Mr A. R. Tait, who was in the chair, said the community had long recognised the guest’s capabilities, and his new appointment would give him greater scope to carry on his good work. Referring to the guest’s services to the community, Mr Tait said there were few citizens who had, in a companatively few years, given so much service. In the business world Mr Armstrong had proved a popular inspector, and he had carried out ins duties with exceptional ability. As a private citizen he had entered into the social activities of the town and had given his services and talent freely in any good cause. Mr Tait also took the opportunity of welcoming Mr K. Shorter, of Auckland, who has been appointed to fill Mr Armstrong’s position. • Mr A. N. Oakey, on behalf of the Rehabilitation Office, said that Mr Armstrong had helped and co-operated in every possible way with his department "in his relations with the Oamanu Woollen Mills,” Mr S. F. Milnes said Mr Armstrong had always tried to take a fair view representing both the employers and employees.” Mr R. Finch said his associations with the guest had been pleasurable. His way of handling all difficulties was really outstanding,” Mr Finch said. Mr A G. J. Amies, representing the workers, said that Mr Armstrong had been ready at all times to assist, and he bad given wonderful service both to the employee and employer. ” I think I could safely say, Mr B. B Walton said, “ that in all my 37 years in business I have not known a more efficient, just, and respected officer than M Messrs bt J° ne Meikle (master butchers, Rotary and Savage Clubs) and V, J. Taylor also wished the guest every happiness in his new position.