THE IMPERIAL TROOPS

Gisborne Times, Volume V, Issue 33, 8 February 1901, Page 2

THE IMPERIAL TROOPS

[by telegraph— press association.] Auckland, last night. The question how to entertain the Imperial troops is still under consideration. Tho Committee decided to-day by 32 to 17 that, in deference to tho wishes of Lord Roberts, no intoxicants be supplied to the troops. Tho Indian troops will camp here until tho arrival of the British troops from the South. It was agreed to communicate with Colonel Wyndliam, and ask him to give the men a day. longer in Auckland, so as to visit Rotorua. It was also decided to ask the Minister of Railways to arrange for a free trip. INTENSE ENTHUSIASM. Christchurch, last night. The Imperial troops received a great ovation on arrival at the Christchurch station. Colonel Polo-Ponton and staff mot the first train, and welcomed Colonel Wyndham and his command. The first train load was detrained, and formed in front of the railway station in a railed-off space, kept clear by local volunteers. There was an immense crowd in this very wide part of the street, and the peoplo cheered continuously. The place was specially lighted for tho occasion. Every regiment was cheered, the Royal Highlanders getting great attention. The second train load was similarly treated, and tho Seaforths and Camerons were again cheered. The whole marched to the Exhibition building. Tho streets were lined with a cheering, but orderly crowd. The troops were entertained at supper in the southern annexe. The officers were entertained in the Great Hall. No greater demonstration was ever seen in the city, only the relief of Mafcking celebration equalling it. Wanganui, last night. Wanganui is to give the Imperial soldiers a garden party on Monday at the racecourse. A chief feature will bo hakas, poi, and war dances by the natives.