CHRISTMAS LEAVE
TROOPS ARRIVE TODAY Elated at the thought of an extended spell after ten weeks of vigorous training, 278 of the first echelon from Papakura and 96 from Hopu Hopu arrived in Hamilton shortly before midday by special tr&in. The train also brought about 130 for Rotorua. The men will return after their fortnight’s Christmas leave on December 28. There were crowds at both the Frankton and Hamilton stations to welcome the troops, and the scenes were in marked contrast with those witnessed when the men left nearly three months ago. Men in khaki were a conspicuous part of the crowds in Victoria Street today, and many left for districts surrounding Hamilton. During the day troops also travelled to Auckland, North Auckland, Taneatua and Taranaki. Tomorrow Hopu Hopu troops will leave camp for southern centres. Men from the Waikato in training centres in other parts of New Zealand will be arriving tomorrow, Saturday and Sunday. Skeleton guard forces of home defence duty men will remain in the camps. Christmas arrangements for these men will be made later.
Tomorrow Friday will be a Real Gift Day at Hooker & Kingston, the “Ideal Xmas Shopping Centre.” As you enter the main door this Xmas spirit prevails throughout every dept. —Loads of novelties everywhere, Latest handbags, Hosiery, Gloves, Gift Sets, Fancy Stationery, Perfumery, Cosmetics, Dainty Underwear, Fancy Napery and Exclusive Boxed Towel Sets—Nowhere will you find a greater selection of gift goods. In the Showroom play and beach suits, the latest American novelty, slacks and pullovers, blouses and a complete range of Bathing Suits for children and Grown-ups. Extra staff engaged to give you better sei-vice. A big day in the Cave, a treat for the children—latest moving attractions while Santa gives away gifts to everyone—Twelve hours of real gift service tomorrow •: Hooker & Kingston,
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Waikato Times, Volume 125, Issue 20987, 14 December 1939, Page 8
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301CHRISTMAS LEAVE Waikato Times, Volume 125, Issue 20987, 14 December 1939, Page 8
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