Feilding

New Zealand Tablet, Volume 27, Issue 21, 27 May 1909, Page 813

Feilding

(From an occasional correspondent. )- On the eve of the departure of Mr., Mrs., and Miss Desmond for Auckland, where they intend to reside, a farewell social was tendered them on Wednesday evening, May 19, by the parishioners of Feilding. Mr. and Mrs. Desmond were amongst the pioneer residents of the district, when the Catholic population was very few and far between. In matters pertaining to their holy religion they are always most devoted, and generous helpers in the interests arid welfare of the Church generally. The bright example they set in the early days of settlement, when the Church was struggling for an existence, is one that may be followed with advantage, by many. Always kind and hospjtable, they will be long remembered as true friends and good practical Catholics. Advantage, was taken of the occasion to present Miss Desmond with a handsome gold bracelet in recognition of the valuable services rendered by her to the Church. In making the presentation^, .the Rev. Father O'Meara spoke in appreciative terms of Miss Desmond's many good qualities, and her long connection with the choir and assistance in Church matters generally. With- socials, bazaars, and other entertainments Miss Des-mond-aiways generously and cheerfully gave hex services. With her, bright and genial disposition, having always a happy smile and kind word for everyone, the loss occasioned by her leaving Feilding will be keenly felt and her place difficult to nil.- All regret that owing to ill-health of Mr. Desmond the family are obliged to seek a home in another part of the Dominion, and all just as sincerely trust that ere long he will regain his wonted vigor and that many years of health and happiness may be. their portion.