The Imperial Troops.
Auckland, February 11.
The s.s. Paihousie with the Indian troops, orrived at 9 o’clock. Wellington, February 11.
The Indian troops will come right through the colony, but not till the Home Contingent have concluded their tour. For some days they will remain about Auckland, and will probably visit Rotorua, and after the send-off to the British force they will come south. Wanganui, February 12.
The Imperial troops had an enthusiastic send-off at 8.30 this morning, when they left for Wellington. The road fronting the station was lined with people, who cheered lustily as the train moved off. Major Askwith and a number of other officers went on a trip to Pipiriki this morning, Wellington, February 12.
The half of the Imperial troops who visited Masterton yesterday were accompanied by Mr Seddon, The visitors received an enthusiastic welcome.
That portion of the Impeiial troops which yesterday visited Masterton, were to-day entertained at a garden party at the Hutt. This evening : the officer 3 were entertained at a dinner by tho Ministry.
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Waimate Daily Advertiser, Volume III, Issue 108, 14 February 1901, Page 3
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