Alleged Discovery of Gold.
A prospector who has been at work for some time past near Taupo is reported to have made & discovery of great importance, namely, that alluvial gold deposits exist in that locality. On Saturday the Maoris interested in a large block of land near Taupo held a meeting to dis. cuss the matter. Mr McKay, the Government geologist, wished to inspect the alleged fine, bat the matter was referred to Te Heuheu Tukino, a well-known chief, and he vetoed any further exploration at present. * This is to be regretted, as the prospector — an old West Coaler — wished the Government expert to examine hie find.
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Manawatu Herald, 19 January 1899, Page 3
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107Alleged Discovery of Gold. Manawatu Herald, 19 January 1899, Page 3
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