The Returning Troops.
On Thumb :y, after a splendid reception, the contingents wont mirth by specd-il train. A nuniber of people went to Studholmo Junction to see them go through at 1.15. A few minutes’ chat was spent with those on board. The Mayor and members of the Reception Committee) interviewed Major Jowssy, and asked that the local men should r turn on the Friday’s express. Oil anival in Timarn tho troops were entbusiastiodiy welcomed, and aii along the line their reception was equally hearty.' Christchurch was reached at 8.30, the men going through a (Lose crowd to a space set apart for the various speakers, and having been heartily welcomed, wore marched to the Cathedral, whore a short service took place, tho men being dismissed to their quarters about half-past nine. Every ■ preparation ‘ is being made to v gi/o the contingoiuars a right royal reception, and, ono that will not sqon ba forger ten.
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Waimate Daily Advertiser, Volume III, Issue 148, 11 May 1901, Page 3
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155The Returning Troops. Waimate Daily Advertiser, Volume III, Issue 148, 11 May 1901, Page 3
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