MAORI FAREWELL TO THE PRINCE.
The following telegram wa- despafehed by (he Hon. Sir \\. 11. (Jerries, Native Minister, ami Die 1 lon. Dr. Poinare, Minister repro.-eniing the Native race in the Fxecitlive Council, to His Loyal Highness Ihe .Prince of Wales: —
“On behalf of your Maori people we wish you a pleasant voyage over the Sea of Kiwa. The short llighl of the Kolaku-rerengatalit will always be treasured. Tangaroa -hall calm the waves and TawhirimaU-a
temper !he winds so that you nmy return lo your dear ones in salety. ,1( is (lie earnest hope ot your loyal [Maori people (lint in (he years to eoine you may again visit Aolenron. Talon, Talon. Tlaera ra." Following is the reply from Lieut.■Colonel Grigg. Secretary to (lie .Prince:
“The Prince of Wales greatly appreciates the touching message of farewell telegraphed hy you on liehalf of the Maori people of Aolearoa. His Royal Highness will never forget their loyal welcome, and will always have their interests at heart. He hopes for the day when he may visit Aotcaron again. Kin Ora.”
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Manawatu Herald, Volume XLII, Issue 2132, 25 May 1920, Page 3
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177MAORI FAREWELL TO THE PRINCE. Manawatu Herald, Volume XLII, Issue 2132, 25 May 1920, Page 3
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