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Weir on Parade as Seen by our Special Correspdt.

Doc. Henning's Premature Farewell

Dear Smadites,"—

As many of you are no doubt aware, we are now serving under the colours of a new chief. Our Warden, Dr. Henning, has left us to takt up a position in Australia, and we extend a hearty welcome to his successor, Dr. Sutherland. On the last Sunday of Dr. Henning's residence in Weir House, the residents gathered in force in the Common Room, and our worthy President, after a little speech which very nearly had everyone in tears, presented on behalf of the residents a small gift as a token of our esteem for the manner in which he had conducted the affairs of the House. We present the big hand to Dr. Henning, and wish him the best of luck in his new position.

It is now generally agreed that he left too soon. since he missed our dance—our first dance (and what a dance!) The Dinning Room was gaily decorated with the College Colours, which, together with few flowers, helped to divert one's attention trom the smell of fried bacon which has been predominating since the outbreak of Swine Fever. The music, which was interspersed with many spirited Hakas, by the students, was supplied by the Melody Makers' Orchestra, and the way that they set about their task gave the dance plenty of punch right from the start. The dainty supper was received with great appreciation, and credit is due to our Matron, Miss Irvine, and the staff for t he efficient manner in which it was served. During the evening the Lights of the city seemed to lend themselves to observation, and it is generally rumoured that many of the residents with a little support saw many a bright patch that they had not seen before. Jack Ewing, ably supported by Myf, found that there were lots of steps that he had not tried before; Bob Wilson, even though someone had done him dirty and pinched his curling tongs, seemed to be frolicking around quite well, while still another Bob, having had his girl friend purloined by a would-be invalid, seemed little dazzled with the reflected light from partner's auburn locks. Needless to say, that very same partner's escort was making a very big hit in other direction About two of our residents, one a wise old and the other a dark horse evidently a fresher, we have nothing to say here but should any of you be inquisitive, just ask any of the boys about the two referred to above. However, everything went with a swing from start to finish, and when the orchestra departed about 1 a.m. a genial guest took the reins, and alter a few more dances the gathering dispersed with many a rousing cheer and fond farewell.

Now that the dance is over and as it was such a great success, most of the chaps are looking for another. Still, before another dance can be run the decorations from the last one must be taken down and the appearance of our Common Room restored to normal. We must how settle down and await some of the activities to be arranged later by our House Committee.