COMRADESHIP

Greymouth Evening Star, 12 May 1942, Page 4

COMRADESHIP

Soldiers Know It A MORAL FOR CIVILIANS Letters from soldiers and others on active service all stress one important factor in their daily lives —the pleasure of comradeship. It is this which lessens the fatigues and burdens of active service, and which doubles the enjoyment of the lighter moments. Dangers shared, pleasures experienced in good company, adventures and anecdotes told and exchanged at the end of the day—these help to make campaigning for many men a memorable adventure. It is the desire for comradeship, too, which instinctively leads many men, both civilians and those in uniform, to seek the hospitality of a licensed house in town or country. In all ages and all lands the tavern or inn has been a popular rendezvous for those w,ho do the world’s work and fight the world’s battles.

While recognizing the comradeship and relaxation offered by the licensed house, it should be remembered by all patrons that good things should be used with moderation. Moderation is a virtue at all times, but in wartime it is the foundation of national morale and of the will to victory. ‘‘Hold fast to liberty”—but remember that freedom must be deserved. An announcement inserted'in the! Nation’s interests by the National Council of the Licensed Trade of New Zealand.