For the first time since the local hostilities that famous Scottish dish, the Haggis, was much enjoyed by the gathering, this had been made by an old member, Mr. J. A. Stoddard, but according to ancient custom he did not reveal what the ingredients consisted, The O.C., Captain C. B. Blaikie, in welcoming the guests paid a tribute to General Telfer-Smollett for his excellent work in- Shanghai, which has commanded the respect and admiration of his fellow Seote.
He welcomed Colonel Hornby and Major Corbin of the S.V.C. as well as Mr. Murray; Major Barraclough end Captain Ashmore.. The latter he said was en officer in the famous ist Foot, their Battle. Honours dating back to 1680 at Tangier, this Regiment also took part in the victories of Marlborough at Blenheim, Ramillies, ete.
The O. C. hoped that their English guests would not take it amiss if he said that the Scots in the past had often had a lot of trouble with the English, in fact years ago the Scots had had to ally themselves with the Picts, who were described as a Prehistoric Race of unknown origin; but of course this did not refer to the Scots who were well known. He loftered a most cordial welcome to ithe many guests and the toast was i drunk with enthusiasm. Replies were made by Major General Telfer-Smollett and Mr. R. D. Murray in nitable terms.
The evening concluded with piping
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