STRATFORD.

Taranaki Daily News, 6 October 1919, Page 3

STRATFORD.

.(From Our Own Correspondent.) (All communications, letters, etc., left with iMr. H. J. Hopkins, bookseller, will receive 'prompt attention.) Stratford, Oct. 4. The residents of Stanley Road entertained Trooper Sheriff and Privates McCracken and Phillips at a social in the schoolroom on Friday evening. The guests were welcomed by the chairman, Mr. W. Wellington, who presented each, on behalf of the Wharehuia residents, with an illuminated address. A few words were also spoken by Mr. Sangster, who referred to the splendid record of Sister Cameron, who was among those present. After tea, which was served between 7.30 and 9 o'clock, items were contributed by Miss Black and Messrs A. D. Bills, P. Aitken (songs), and Miss Phillips and Mr. Sanne (duet). The accompaniments were played by Miss Black and Mr. C. Davies. Music for the dance was played by Miss Orchard, assisted by Miss Sangster and Mr. Barleyman. The M'sC. were Messrs Chard and Richmonds. On Friday evening, at the Toko Coronation Hall, a welcome home social was given to Riflemen L. Caskey, P. Caskey, J. Butler, N. Downes, Alex. Lamb, and J. Jacobs. The soldiers were welcomed, on behalf of the committee, by Mr. Were. Songs were sung by Misses Scott and Phillips, Messrs V. Thompson, and A. D. Bills. A recitation was given by Mr. T. Thompson, and a mandolin selection by Mr. Liehtwark. Music for the dance, was played by Mrs. Bianchi's orehestha. These are the days of family reunions. Don't miss the opportunity of having the group photographed. There will,be no regrets if you patronise McAllister's Studio, Stratford. In these days of high cost of living it is a relief to find something to purchase at the old pre-war prices. Just now ladies will find at 0. E. James', Broadway, Stratford, a display of Leather Hand Bags at the old value. They are a special purchase, and are selling at one price, 7/6 each.