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Pte. J. McAleer
Kenmore Farewell
A large gathering of the male
and female staffs at the Kenmore
Hospital, together with
some of his Goulburn friends,
gathered in the Amusement Hall
of the institution last Friday
evenilg to a frcwell Private J.
S. McAleer.
Musical honours were accorded the
guest, who was accompanied by his
wife, on arrival at the hall.
Mr. K. Gulson, chairman of the
hospital’s staff A.I.F. Welfare Committee,
said they had met to honour
one of their staff. In a reference
to the traditions of the old A.I.F.,
the speaker remarked that already
the present A.I.F. had built fine traditions
for themselves. Mr. Gulson
mentioned that honour was also due
Mrs. T. McAleer, whose available
three sons were all in uniform.
Dr. S. J. Minogue, in making a
presentation of a wristlet watch from
the staff, said that Pte. McAleer
was a son of an old and respected
staff member. The speaker also
added his congratulations to the
?ue parents, who were present,
Dr. Minogue said he hoped it would
be a good omen in that not only
would the rain break the drought,
but be a sign of the breaking of the
enemies’ resistance abroad. He concluded
In referring to the rain then falling,
Dr. Minogue said he hoped it would
be a good omen in that not only
would the rain break the drought,
but be a sign of the breaking of the
enemies’ resistance abroad. He concluded
by conveying every good wish
from the staff.
Private McAleer, in briefly returning
thanks, said that his gift
would be a perpetual reminder of
his good friends and the many happy
times spent at Kenmore.
A very pleasant dance was subsequently
held and a dainty supper
dispersed.
On the motion of Mr. Gulson, a
round of applause was given the
hospital orchestra (assisted by Miss
Vera Mason) for their services during
the evening.
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