The War having been brought successfully to a close, and some of us who only waxed "hostile" now think it is time they went their several ways, - some to Shore, others to the "REVENGE", and yet again, others to ---, and in consideration thereof Mr Carter out of fulness of heart and as a mark of appreciation in which he holds his messmates, - insists upon providing this dinner, the menu of which is as follows: It was a dark and stormy night, -
MENU (does he ?)
Soup
Fish
JOINT
Roast Mutton, baked potatoes, veg.
SWEET
Pudding & Custard
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MUSIC (Outside)
On the conclusion of the Dinner, the members of the Mess are particularly requested not to fall off to sleep, nor the form, but to in [join] in the singing of "He's a jolly good fellow", and " Good-by-e-e" after which the band will play"The Old Comrades March". (?)