THE PEACE'S PERIL.

Taranaki Daily News, 8 July 1920, Page 4

THE PEACE'S PERIL.

Throughout the Empire there will ha universal thankfulness that the Prinze of Wales escaped unhurt when the-rail-way car in which he was travelling in Australia was derailed and overturned. The Do&inions have made it a point of honor, as well as ditty, to take every possible precaution to ensure the safety of their royal visitor, but the mishap proved that all human care and forethought may be nullified by the accident of a moment. It was most fortunate that the Prince escaped unscathed, for, apart from the'ansiety of his hosts that he should return home safe and sound, he has won for himself such enduring esteem that it would have been grievous had he suffered any injury. His indomitable courage and high spirits made light of an experience that might have ended tragically, and his spontaneous anxiety for the others involved in the mishap were eminently characteristic. His Royr.l Highness has shown the people of the Dominions how intensely human a Prince can be. H« has set a splendid example for them to follow in their dealings with each other, and in facing with serenity any emergency that arises. There can be but one feeling uppermost in tli<! hearts of the people, and that is intense 'relief that the Prince has not suffer.;! any injury, and a fervent hope that he will conclude his tour without further peril, and be spared in due course to reign over the people whose hearts he has captured by his attractive personality and charm, and thoughtful consideration for others.