RAGLAN.

New Zealand Tablet, 7 November 1918, Page 43

RAGLAN.

A social evening was recently tendered to Mrs, J. O’Sullivan and her co-workers in the Red Cross campaign in the Town Hall, and proved a most enjoyable function. At the conclusion of an entertaining programme Mr. S. Pelham, chairman of the Town Board, came forward and said he had a pleasant task before him that evening. He went on to refer to the excellent work done by the ladies of the district in the interests of those from among them who were fighting in the cause of the Allies. But even where there were eo many willing workers entitled to praise there was generally one more prominent than others, and in this case it was Mrs. O’Sullivan. Her efforts have been untiring, and we were here that evening (he said) to acknowledge her work and show that it had been appreciated. This (he continued) was expressed in a handsomely illuminated address, which he had much pleasure in presenting to Mrs. O’Sullivan, conveying, as it did, their sentiments in the following terms: ‘’Dear Madam, — We, the undersigned representatives of public bodies and patriotic committees of the Raglan district, wish to place on record our appreciation of the valuable services you have rendered to our boys at the Front during the war. Since the outbreak of the war you have worked unceasingly and whole-heartedly in raising funds for various patriotic movements. We consider that it is largely through your efforts that the Raglan district has donated so handsomely to the Auckland Provincial Patriotic Campaign. We have no doubt your good work will ever be remembered by both wounded and fit soldiers as well as by the residents of this district. We wish you all the success and public recognition that you so richly deserve.” Mr. Pelham then, amidst deafening applause, handed the address to Mrs. O’Sullivan. After a few graceful and appreciative words from Mrs. O’Sullivan everyone formed a ring round the hall, with the guest of the evening in the centre, and “For She’s a Jolly Good Fellow” was sung with great heartiness, finishing up with ringing cheers.