PERSONAL PARS

Grey River Argus, 5 October 1918, Page 2

PERSONAL PARS

Captai^ T. E. T. Seddon, SLP., is stateel fo" be returning tp the Dominion for Parliamentary duties.

A London coblegram states that Mr William O'Brien, the leader of the Independent Irish Nationalists, and who represents Cork City j n th& House or Commons, is retiring from political life at the next election.

A hospital ship due shortly Ts bringing the following West Coasters: — Privates Harper, J.N., Kumara! Harrison, J., Reef ton; Lloyd, E. C., Wtstport; Morganti, P., Sergeant, Westport; Preston, C^ Reef ton; Robb, E. J., Greymouth; Home, G. L., Greymouth; Martyiij E.C., Kumara; Smith, F.T., Hokitika. We regret having 1p record the death of Mr Peier Abbie, the wellknown Cobden resident,, which took place last evening. The late Mr Abblie was 41 years of age, and .a native of Perthshire, - Scotland. He was highly esteemed by all who knew him, and his wife will have the sympathy of a wide circle of friends in her bereavement. Deceased was an enthusiastic <ij.>lf player, and one of the leading players here in past years, his ability being second to none.

Mr. A. King who leaves this morning for- Christchurch was on the eve of his departure fareweled by his friends at a social gathering at the boardinghouse of Miss Anderson Pvketabi Street, there being a goodly number present. The function, i n the first part, was devoted to card's, while several present favoured the gathering with songs and recitations. After su£ per a presentation o n behalf o f those present, consisting of a valuable rug, was made to the guest of the evening by Mr J. Toomey, who eulogised their departing friend for his many admirable qualities, specially mentioning hia geniality and good fellowship and his musical ability. The hostess,' Miss Anderson, in supplementing the remarks passed, mentioned that Vlr King was the' oldest of the boarders, and she regretted his going, but in the event or his returning, Mr King could always rely on finding a home among them again. Several .'other boarders and friends endorsed- the first speakers. Mr King feelingly repdied t ano! -.hanked the boarders fpr their handsome present, which would always remind him of the many happy years which he had spent among them. Tne evening was brought to a conclusion by the singing of "For He's a Jolly Good Fellow," and "Auld Lang Syne."