Mr. & Mrs. Olafur Hallson of Eriksdale, Man. were honoured by their family and friends, Friday, on the occasion of their golden wedding anniversary.  A family dinner was held at the home of their son and daughter-in-law, Mr. and Mrs. Hallur Hallson, Eriksdale, when they were presented with a clock radio, electric blanket and money tree. 

Following the dinner 200 friends and neighbours entertained in their honour at the Orange hall.  Rev. Ronald Johnston was master of ceremonies and Elman Guttormson, M.L.A. extended greetings on behalf of St. George constituency, concluding with a special message in Icelandic. 

Olafur Johnson of Vogar, Man. proposed a toast to the couple and John H. Knox presented them with a floor lamp and purse of money on behalf of the community.  Presentation of a corsage and boutonniere was made by Mrs. Alma Heroux and flowers to Mrs. Hallson by Miss Emma Sigurdson of Winnipeg. 

Addresses were made by Dr. Gudmundur Paulson, William Friesen of Stonewall, Reeve R.G. Duncan of Eriksdale, Lou Henderson on behalf of Orange lodge 499 and Dan McFadyen on behalf of the United Church, Eriksdale.  Messages of congratulations were received from Premier D.L. Campbell and Richard Beck, president, Icelandic National League.