HIS EXCELLENCY.

King Country Chronicle, Volume V, Issue 364, 27 May 1911, Page 5

HIS EXCELLENCY.

WELCOMED BY MILITARY.

[by telkuhafh.—i-rkss association - .]

Auckland, This Day.

A large gathering of military officers assembled in the Garrison Club-rooms last night to welcome the Governor. Colonel Wolfe extended a warm welcome to his Excellency, as a seasoned soldier who had fought for the Empire and gained distinction in the field. Lord Islington said: "Our military organisation had opened a new chapter in the history of Mew Zealand, and also formed a firm and solid foundation for a universal effort by the whole Empire.''" He congratulated the Dominion on having as commandant General Godley, an officer possessing three great qualities: tact, ability, and the esteem necessary in successful soldiers. Officers at headuarters, aud in the various districts were showing much ability in their work. The scheme was now in mid stream, and gave every propect of success. Old soldiers said that the training given the territorials was quite inadequate, as compared with Continental soldiers; but if the territorils thoroughly applied themselves, then in time of national disaster they would be susceptible to very rapid advancement. H was a great believer in the territorial scheme, which was not an aggressive military scheme, but the most peaceful of all arrangements that could be made under any system. He promised the officers all the support he could give, while the Government hoped they would keep in constant touch with him and come to him in full confidence—in garrison, officers' club, or in camp.