STRATFORD.

Taranaki Daily News, 24 March 1919, Page 3

STRATFORD.

(From Our Own Correspondent/)' (AU communications, letters, etc., left with Mr H. J. Hopkins, bookseller, will receive promut mention.) , . i Stratford, March 22. The Pembroke Road schoolhouse was all too small to accommodate those who desired to attend the wellome home social larit evening to Sergeant L. 0. Aldridge, Corporal L. Riley (both 7th Reinforcements), and Corporal A. Cameron (15th Reinforcements). Mr. H. Harrison, chairman of the Patriotic Committee, presided, and expressed the pleasure it gave the settlers and others to welcome hack in their midst the soldiers they were honoring that evening. As a memento of the part they had taken in the great struggle he was pleased to present'each soldier with an illuminated address which, doubtless, they would

value as a reminder of their association with the British Army. The three recipients expressed their appreciation of the action of the ladies of the district in forwarding parcels, which, besides containing all useful goods, served as a link to many with New Zealand. They were, pleased'to be once more home. A capital programme was provided and encores were numerous, those assisting in the entertainment being: Misses D. Fitzgerald, 0. Martin, E. Moon, E. Rogers, A. O'Sullivun, and Mr. Jamieson. Accompaniments were played by Misses Moon and Fitzgerald. Excellent dance music was supplied by Misses A. Fitzgerald, E. Rogers, Moon, Waite, and Mr. | R. Belcher. As M'sC. Messrs L. Rogers and H. Harrison were a great success. At the Catholic Church a very handsome roll of honor has been completed. The names of those who laid down their lives arc: W. G. Malone, killed in tart ion; Ed. Malone (son), died of wounds; 0. M. Cleary, killed in action; Matthew MeGlade, killed in action; J. C. T. Foley, killed in action; Patrick Butler, died of sickness; Francis Kirkwood, killed in action; E. R. Sexton, killed in action; August Potroz. killed in action; ;Edward McLaughlin, killed in action; W. Gcoghan, died of sickness. The woodwork was designed and manufactured by Mr. T. Richardson, and the inscription was the work of Mr. C'orlett. There has been a little talk occa-

sinned by influenza attacks. Dr. Steven states lie has had a number of mild eases, but Dr. Doris Gordon has had hardly any influenza patients. The school committee, as a precautionary measure, has arranged to have the school disinfected again shortly. Mr. W. A. Hewitt's trophies of 10s Od for the two best essays on Mr. Bruntnell's prohibition address attracted keen competition. The awards of the judges went to 'Sidney Sole, "Broadway," in the High School division, and Nigel Hewitt,' "Willie Winks," in the primary division. Mr. C. D. Sole. .T.P., was on the bench on Friday when J. Neilson and G. Treves appeared' to answer a charge of breaking a window at F. Norcross' garage. Neilson was fined £l, with costs 18=, and Treves was fined £2, with Ids costs. W. Rowson, borough inspector, had three cases of riding cycles without lights. S. Hatcher being fined 10s and costs 7s, and ,T. Wright and H. MeCracken 10s and costs 17s each.

Mr. Hill, caretaker of the Ellerslie racecourse, during his visit here closely inspected the Stratford Racing Club's property, in view of contemplated improvements. He has been instrumental in beautifying Feilding and other courses, and as a result of his observations here the local Racing Club may feel disposed to carry out several suggested improvements. " Yesterday the 1.20 p.m. train carried many returned soldiers, among them being Sergeant-Major A. F. Court, who was warmly welcomed here by the Mayor on his return. He was accompanied by his wife, who was welcomed by Mrs. McMillan. In the evening a few more returning men arrived and were given a hearty welcome by the Mayor. At the sitting of the S.M. Court here on Friday a deserter, arrested at Whangamomonn, will be brought up, in conjunction with a charge against another party of employing him. In connection with the proposed revival of Rugby football, it should be generally known that the headquarters are at Stratford. Secretaries of the various clubs should call meetings, and then, when delegates are elected, one may expect to see a start made by the Union. Mr. P. Skoglund, who has been secretary for many years, is stated to be hardly likely to accept oflice again, but Mr. R. Masters, treasurer, should be prepared to hold office.

Now is (lie opportunity for ladies desiring to purchase choice handbags of host quality leather. Mr. C. E. James has recently received a large shipment of English goods, and is offering same at prices v,el! within the reach o? all. Those on the look-out for wedding and other presents will find Doulton ware is also being offered in large variety. Don't forget to inspect these stores when next in Stratford.