A DEADLOCK.
POSSIBLE LITIGATION OVER THE
DUKE. GOVERNOR OBJECTS TO HOTEL SELECTED. [BV TELEGRAPH— JfItESS ASSOCIATION.] Christchurch, last night. A deadlock has arisen as to the residence of the Royal party during their stay here. Arrangements had been made by the Government, and a contract signed for them to stay at Coker’s Hotel. The Governor, on arrival hero, objected to the. position of the hotel, and to the absence of gardens. Endeavors are being mado to find accommodation elsewhere for the Duke and Duchess, while the suite would stay at Coker’s. The proprietor contends that, according to the agreement, ho is entitled to the patronage of the Duke and Duchess. Failing this, he objects to take the suite. Lawyers have been engaged all day on the matter, and it is now referred to the Premier..
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Gisborne Times, Volume V, Issue 85, 19 April 1901, Page 2
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135A DEADLOCK. Gisborne Times, Volume V, Issue 85, 19 April 1901, Page 2
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