A FIFTIES' ex-serviceman is trying to trace a Leigh buddy with a re-union invitation.

Brian McCarthy, who served with the 1900 Air O.P. Flight in Hong Kong 1953-55, is looking for Derek Holden from this area.

Already 31 members have been found for the event which will take place in Swindon on November 5.

Derek, or anyone who knows him, can contact Mr McCarthy at 49, Orchard Avenue, Shirley, Croydon, CRO 7NE or ring him on 0181 777 0095.

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