MAKOGAI NEWSREEL
Two children, born free from disease shortly after their mothers arrived at Maltogai were about, to be claimed by their mothers who were being discharged as cured. The Nursing Sisters had cared for the two wee ones in the clean quarters of the island, and the mothers had seen them at the Sister's gate, for a few moments only each month. The children, however, refused to acknowledge their mothers and would not leave their kindly nurses. This created quite a scene: the children were crjnng and the mothers were in tears also and much upset—as were, many of the onlookers. A few sweets and the promise of a ride in a boat, gradually restored peace. Weekly showings of talkie pictures are now taking place at the Maltogai Leper Station and several large consignments of used film have been donated by the film companies operating in New Zealand. The showings take place in the open air, the screen being suspended between two trees. This form of entertainment is most popular among all on the island. The talkie machine is operated by one of the Nursling Sisters. From P. J. "Leper Man" Christ-church.
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Bay of Plenty Beacon, Volume 8, Issue 17, 17 October 1944, Page 2
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193MAKOGAI NEWSREEL Bay of Plenty Beacon, Volume 8, Issue 17, 17 October 1944, Page 2
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