Hawera

New Zealand Tablet, Volume XXXV, Issue 46, 14 November 1907, Page 14

Hawera

• We sincerely regret the departure from -the district of one of our leading Catholics in the person of Mr. A. J. Whittaker" "'(writes an occasional correspondent) . During " his residence in" " Hawera Mr. Whittaker took an active interest- in public affairs as a "borough councillor, a member of the Chamber of Commerce, and in other capacities. Had the notice of Mr. and Mrs. .Whittaker's departure from Hawera been longer ■ they would have been tendered a--public farewell at a social gathering.. Their 'departure, however, was made the occasion of a gathering of some personal friends at the railway station', when Mrs. Whittaker was presented with a handsome silver 'cheese dish as a mark of esteem. Whilst ..regretting their departure all will, -we are sure, wish Mr. and Mrs. Whittaker every success in their new home at the Thames. ' ' r"-'r "-'

The departure of Mr. L. G. Whittakef, A.T.C.L., from , Hawera will be much regretted - r (says - : the * Hawera Star '),'as he was always ready to assist at benefits gratuitously, and his services were greatly appreciated. He is a capable and talented musician, and his amiable disposition endeared him to all. He was captain of the local hockey team, and was very popular with his associates.