The operation of the condoninium in the New Hebrides makes the task of the missionaries a very difficult one, according to Bishop Molyneux, of Melanesia, who arrived from Sydney by the Ulimaroa. lie said the present form of Government could not be worse. One of the principal evils. was the traflicing of liquor among the natives. Liquor was imrchasetl very cheaply by the traders, and afterwards sold it to the natives at a considerable profit. . ii ” An ambition cherished for ten years was realised the other day by the Key. ,T. Patullo, aged 80, of Auckland, when he made a flight from the Mangere aerodrome (states the Auckland “Herald”). The aeroplane flew over Otnhuhu and Bapntoetoe. “One of the most enjoyable experiences in my life—l have been hoping to make a flight since I was 70.” said Mr. Pattullo after alighting. The pilot. Mr. I. Keith, remarked that he could recall few more appreciative passengers.
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Dominion, Volume 22, Issue 175, 20 April 1929, Page 15
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