DUKE CLIMBS PEAK
Press Association—Copyright. St. Wolfgang, April 11. At the third' attempt, previous ascents being abandoned owing to dangerous conditions, the Duke of Windsor, accompanied by nn experienced guide, climbed the fSOO-foot peak of Mount Schaffbert in 165 minutes. The mountain is noted for its deop crevices and high precipices, and even in summer time. when, conditions are favourable, good mountaineers require at least three hours 'o reach the summit.
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Taranaki Central Press, Volume IV, Issue 406, 13 April 1937, Page 5
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71DUKE CLIMBS PEAK Taranaki Central Press, Volume IV, Issue 406, 13 April 1937, Page 5
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