In bidding bon voyage to Col, Col-Yer he said he would like him. to] know how much they appreciated his membership, good fellowship and loyalty to the association. He had rarely missed an opportunity of being With them. "He had encouraged them in his' Belief in-air power and he} and his country had inspired them with the knowledge that through fair weather' and foul, his country, the greatest of all democracies, was behind them, lock, stock and barrel. tu conclusion, he said: "We more than ever regret his leaving us and to make sure that he shall have a reminder of his Yays in the Dome we ask him to accept this RATA. tankard suitably fniseribed with the best wishes from all members of our association, so that he won't forget us when he is at home. The colonel leaving us for now duties in the homeland and we feel cei very. sorry to leave us. Col. we very much regret your departure. It has been a very great privilege to have you with us. We wish you good luck arf sHall watch your wel fare and wish you bon voyage, happy Jandings and good hunting."
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