“AU REVOIR.”

Stratford Evening Post, Volume XXVIII, Issue 23, 25 September 1915, Page 4

“AU REVOIR.”

' • ' '' /- r : 1 SOCIAL TO SERGEANT DAVIS. <n ■ j The Parish Hall ,was the. scene of 'a pleasant little function last night >in the 'form of a farewell social and dance ! tendered by • the friends , i of Air Bert Davis, j who is leaving witlj the’‘Reinforcements at an early date, and who is leaving Stratford oh i Alondny. The Hall was ' tastefully decorated with flags, evergreens, and spring flowers, and presented a nice appearance. ' The floor also was in good order for dancing, and everything went off splendidly on to the early hours of the morning. A large list ofj (dances was gone through, inte.rspersed ysppgs. The, opening , item, .was the singing of “God Save the King.” Songs were contributed by Air Martin (encqred) and Alias Afaokay /encored), the accompaniments being played by Airs Allen and Air J. H. Thompson. During the, evening, Cr J. H. Thompson (Deputy Alayor), in a few well-chosen words,.referred to Air Davis’ many good qualities. He felt it was an honor to be present to make a presentation to a fellow citi- ■ zen who was going away to fight for bis King and Country, and he hoped that Air Davis would return to Stratford safe and sound. He then presented Air Davis with a wristlet .watch, three spontaneous and hearty cheers and the singing of “For He’s a Jolly Good Fellow” breaking out from the cqmpany, Air Davis, in reply, feelingly thanked Cr Thompson for his kind remarks and for the presentation. He hoped, when he had done his duty, to return to good old Stratford. The' supper/ which was provided by lady friends, was in plentiful and done full justice to. The music -for the dance was contributed by Airs Bianchi. Airs McBeth, Airs Allen, Aliss Kelly. Aliss Moon, and Air J. H. Thompson. Air T. Lawson fulfilled the duties of “master of ceremonies” to the satisfaction of all. During a “spell-oh,” various puzzle competitions were indulged in, and everyone was hard at work for about fifteen minutes, and the answers to each series were announced. The arrangements were well carried out, and this was due to Air J. Rowe, the energetic secretary, who spared no' pains to make the function the success it was. The singing of “Anld Lang Syne” and three hearty cheers brought a very enjoyable evening to a close. J