FAREWELL SOCIAL.

Otaki Mail, 31 August 1923, Page 3

FAREWELL SOCIAL.

TO MRS BRADSHAW. Mrs. Bradshaw, who has boon a popular postmistress; at Munakau iOr some years, was ou Wednesday night entertained by her many friends when the Town Hall was packed. The interior of the hall had tieen gaily decorated, the iloor had received special preparation, Mr. -Moki Arthur supplied fine music, the supper arrangements, thanks to the ladies, was par excellence, while, Mr. R. Evans was a capable M.C. Tho arrangements throughout were very complete, and credit for the success of the affair was mainly due to an energetic committee, and Air. A. M. Atkins, a- secretary. All had worked w<ell. ]

An ong those present were Miss McNee is- new postmistress, Mr. Eddy, postmaster at Otaki, Miss Morrison] pos.t mistress at Otaki Railway, and a number of other Otaki and To iioro well v. isliers.

During the evening Mr. L. H. Atkins slated that -Mrs. Bradshaw had been a resident of Manakau tor upwards of seven years, during which time she had given every'satisfaction. She had prov-

ed most suitable, had never been tied to "red-tape" but yet had pleased both the Department and residents. Shy had always been courteous and obliging and all appreciated fully what she had done. Who had proved eilicieut and humane and during war lime was consideration itself, and done much to alleviate the sufferings of all concerned. Mrs. Bradshaw had given consolation, by her work, to those grieved, and no matter what hour she was called upon she responded cheerfully. She had, stated Mr. Atkins, more than pleased tlie residents of Manakau, and nil were

grateful in return. They would be pleased if -Mrs. Bradshaw would stay with them, but this now seemed impossible. He was only voicing the opinion of all. he added, wheif he said luey wished her all possible happiness.

ihev also wished her every success. On behalf of thdlresidcjits Mr. Atkins asked Mrs. Bradshaw 's acceptance ot ;t lovely dress basket and a well-filled purse. ' (Applause, followed by "For ■ he's a Jolly Good Fellow.") Mr. s. P." Eddy, who responded on ■ Irs. Bradshaw's'behalf, was receive.! with applause. After apologising for Iho unavoidable absence of Mrs. Bradhaw's mother and others, he said that drs. Bradshaw wished to heartily thank all for their kindness, their help, and their lovely presents. Had it not been for the residents her stay ill Manakau would not have been so pleasant, and it was Jut> to till that her work was made

easv and pleasant. It was gratifying to know, said Mr. Eddy, that Mrs. Bradshaw's efforts had been appreciated, and he hoped, as far as he he "'tis personally concerned, that Mrs. Bradshaw would' enjov the West Coast of tho South .Island as much as she had enjoved the West Coast of the North 'island. rHore followed "For Auld Lang Syne.") Mr. Atkins then extended a hearty welcome to Mis* "McNee who, he said, had arrived with high credentials and tin admirable reputation as a postmistress. He felt sure all would get along well together and that Miss MeXee would do her best for all.

Miss McNee, in reply, said she would give of her best and hud no doubt but that her stay in -Manakau would be pleasant. A musical programme was submitted rrntl fully appreciated. Mr. Howard Andrew sting nicely "Come to the fair." and later gave a second item. Mr. Hunter was in line voice and was deservedly encored for his singing of- " Your Hand and Mine." giving as an encore "sincerity." Mr. Leo. Diamond played violin solos in great style, rei civing a w,ell-doserved encore, Mr. Suckling also sang to good effect, Miss Nancy Andrew recited very nicely, while Mr. Walshaw proved to have a voice of- exceptional quality.