THE DUKE'S REPLY.
His Royal Highness having duly ascertained, after the stone was Towered, that it was true and level at Hβ four corners, eaict: —
*'I declare, thie stone well and truly laid." Then, advancing to the western eide of the platform, his Royal Highness said: — "Mr Mayor, Ladies and Gentlemen, —We are very 'happy to be here to-day, and to become associated with the tribute of affection to our late dearly beloved Queen. I shouldi say to you: teach, your children to look up to it as a. memorial of her whose life was a noble example of devotion to duty, of tender sympathy, and of loving regard for the well-being: of her people, and to ua all a priceless heritage. I can assure you that both, the Dudbe«s and myself are greatly* touched by the very kind and hearty welcome given to us to-day by the people of Canterbury." Aβ the Duke concluded his speech the Mayor's call for cheers brought an enthusiastic response. The Royal party passed over the lawn, and onoe more grouped on the dais waiting for the next part of the programme.
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Press, Volume LVIII, Issue 10999, 24 June 1901, Page 7
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THE DUKE'S REPLY.
Press, Volume LVIII, Issue 10999, 24 June 1901, Page 7
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