STRATFORD.

Taranaki Daily News, 18 October 1917, Page 3

STRATFORD.

(From Our Own Correspondent.) [All communications, letters, etc., left with Mr. H. J. Ilopkins, bookseller, will receive prompt attention.] 3Gth REINFORCEMENTS. Stratford, Oct. 17. There was a large attendance this morning to farewell the Stratford contingent leaving for camp. The town band mustered in strong force and played several selections, whilst the veteran pipsr. Mr. Joe Wade, contributed several strathspeys and pibroehs that appealed to the Scottish element present. Outside the post office, prior to the arrival of the train, the Mayor and Rev. Father Maples, addressed the assembled soldiers. The Mayor said he knew those departing that morning would worthily uphold the grand traditions established by earlier contingents. Hearty cheers were given for the men, and three more for the mothers. The Mayor mentioned that several mothers were farewelling the last of three and four sons, and in some eases, the only one. The mothers I were putting up a noble fight,' hardly equalled by the boys themselves. Rev. Father Maples also delivered a stirring address in which he emphasised that our determination was as fixed and unwavering as ever that England, and the greater England beyond her shores, "never shall lie at the proud foot of a conqueror." He urged each man to be true to himself, to his conscience, his God, his King and country, his comrades and commanding officers, and concluded: "May the God of battles, who, in His own righteous cause, 'teaeheth your hands to war and your fingers to fight,' bless you with "true chivalry towards friend and foe. May He Bend His angels to fight with you and for you, and to keep,you ever true and loyal to your God, your King and country." , TOKO DECIDES FOR CHEESE. Mr. W. H. Wore, director, presided at a meeting of Toko suppliers held recently. The object of the meeting was to consider whether Toko should continue to manufacture butter and casein or ask the Stratford Dairy Company to instal a cheese plant. After some discussion it was decided to turn to cheese, and the whole of those present signed a petition to that effect. PERSONAL. Information has been received that Lieutenant "Bob" Woods' injuries were to the right arm and buttocks. His brother-in-law has received cable information that he is progressing favorably. Mr. C. E. James has just opened up some very appropriate and beautiful Christmas cards for sending to soldiers at the front, and friends in the Home Land. A very large and varied assortment is available but already a steady demand has set in; so those on the lookout for seasonable gifts of this description should lose no time in inspecting Mr James' stock.