SIXTEENTH ANNIVERSARY

Dominion, Volume 24, Issue 179, 27 April 1931, Page 11

SIXTEENTH ANNIVERSARY

Anzac Day Celebrations: Parades and Services DOMINION-WIDE OBSERVANCE Great Muster at New City War Memorial In glorious sunshine on Saturday Wellington observed the sixteenth anniversary of Anzac Day with a solemnity, a reverence, and a volume that has rarely been equalled, and certainly never surpassed. Several factors combined to make the sixteenth day of remembrance an outstanding commemoration. There were those who had said that Anzac Day had served its sphere of usefulness, and should be discontinued. This had been taken as a direct . challenge by the Wellington Returned Soldiers’ Association, and the parade of returned men and veterans of other wars at the children’s service at the Cenotaph on Saturday morning was one of the largest which has ever assembled at a similar gathering. An interesting feature of the 1931 commemoration was the fact that the new Citizens’ Memorial was available for the first time, and made a worthy shrine at which to honour the heroes of the Great War. Flooded with sunshine and surrounded by many thousands of citizens, the noble column made an impressive picture, with hundreds of, beautiful wreaths smothering the approaches. tribute took many forms. Before the public assembly at the War Memorial, services were held in the primary schools. There were special church observances. On Saturday afternoon ex-service men assembled at the Basin Reserve and marched to the War Memorial. A next-of-kin service was held in the Town Hall in the afternoon, followed by a sacred concert in the evening. Largely-attended services were held throughout the Hutt Valley. At practically every centre in the Dominion religious services were held, followed by the laying of wreaths on war memorials.

CHALLENGE OF ANZAC

Children at Memorial MORNING SERVICE One of the largest gatherings which has ever attended an Anzac Day celebration was present at the children’s service at the War Memorial at 11 a.m. on Saturday. Several thousand people were preseht when the Governor-General and Lady Bledisloe arrived. A royal guard, under Lieutenant-Commander Terry, was supplied by H-M.S. Diomede, and, after inspecting the guard, his Excellency placed a wreath at the foot of the Cenotaph. The Prime Minister also placed a wreath on behalf of the Government Among those present were their Excellencies Lord and Lady Bledisloe, the Prime Minister (Right Hon. G. W. Forbes), Hon. E. A. Ransom, Hon. W. A. Veitch, Hon. A. J. Murdoch, Right Hon. J. G. Coates, the Mayor of Wellington (Mr. G. A. Troup), Rear-Admiral Geoffrey Blake, Commanding the New Zealand Division of the Royal Navy, Commander Morgan, Paymaster-Comman-der W. E. Jolly, Commander Kemball, Surgeon Commander Gunn, LieutenantCommander Grimes, Lieutenant-Comman-der Bremner, . Lieutenant-Commander Hunter-Blair, Lieutenant-Commander. Naylor, RN.VJh, Major-General W. H. Sinclair-Burgess, Colonel fiymon, Colonel Bowerbank, Major Nicholls, Major W. L K. Jennings, Captain W. Parkinson, Captain J. J. -Steele, Squadron-Leader T.' Wilkes (Air Services), many members of Parliament, the Rev. J. R. Blanchard,, and Colonel H. E. Avery (president of the Wellington Returned goldiere’ Association). Their ■Excellencies were attended by Sir John Hanham. Lieutenant J. C. Elworthy, and Mr. A. 0. Day (official secretary). Among the many beautiful floral tributes forwarded were those from General Sir lan Hamilton, the Mayor and city councillors of Wellington, the Navy League, Commercial Travellers’ and Warehousemen’s Association, Pan-Hel-lenic Association, G. 0.0, officers, and non-commissioned officers of the New Zealand Permanent Force, Legion of Frontiersmen, N.Z. Air Force, Wellington Returned Soldiers’ Association, Highland units, and Lady Johnston. .. .1 An Imposing Parada. The parade was one of th® most imposing ever seen at an Anzac gathering. There was a large muster of Territorials, who paraded voluntarily under Colonel Cunningham. Other units present in force were the returned soldiers, South African War veterans, Legion of Frontiersmen, Boy Scouts, Girl Guides, nursing services, colleges, and schools. Two . girls from each school filed past and knelt reverently as . they deposited their wreaths, saluting before they turned away to rejoin the ranks. Opening of Service. The service, which was conducted by the Rev. H. E.. K. Fry, M.A., commenced with the singing of the Anzac hymn, accompanied by the Artillery Band, under Captain T. Herd. After Staff-Cap-tain Hayes had led in prayer, addresses were delivered by Lord Bledisloe and the Rev. R. J. Howie, B.A. The hymn, “Lest We Forget,” followed, and the band then played the Funeral March (Beethoven), arranged by Captain T. Herd. The “Last Post” and “Reveille? were sounded by Mr. R. Aldrich, Junr., and the service concluded with the singing of the National Anthem and the pronouncing of. the Benediction by the Rev. Mr. Fry. Message from the King. “I am commanded by his Majesty the King,” announced the Governor-General, “to deliver to you and, through you, to the people of New Zealand, the following message:—‘The Queen and I join to-day with our people in New Zealand in commemorating the heroism and sacrifice of those who fell on Gallipoli.—George R.l.’ "To his Majesty’s message I . will only add these few words,” continued Lord Bledisloe. “Let us all be joyfully proud this day that Gallipoli earned, for the men of New Zealand imperishable fame in her country's history, aud let us earnestly pray that her people may always face great emergencies with the same indomitable courage, steadfastness and comradeship that distinguished them in the Great War, and thus demonstrate to the world at large that the spirit of Anzac —so splendidly conspicuous among all classes and both races at the time of the regent earthquake disaster—still ani mates and vitalises all sections of the community in this naturally favoured Dominion, and will enable them in days to come to surmount all obstacles to true progress and national achievement.” The Challenge of Anzac. “Something happened on April 25, 1815, which is set down as a landmark in the history of this young nation and we want you to remember that event and the men who made it,” said the Rev. Mr. Howie. In fact I would say that w’e are here to remember not so much an event as men, men who did something we call great and in doing it gave their lives. “And we remember them. It is to keep their memory green that this day has been set apart. It is to enshrine their sacrificial heroism that this beautiful cenotaph has been set up. It is to honour them that we bring to-day these wreaths and flowers. “What is there about these men to remember? We remember them as mm of strength. They were the picked specimens of our nation'o manhood.

We remember them not only as men of splendid physique but also as men of superlative courage. Strength of body may be a splendid asset in any life, but unless there is strength of mind behind the body as the driving force, physical strength may be in vain. "We remember them as men who possessed the sterling quality of endurance. Experience has taught us again and again that we may lose what we have won by Strength and courage if we lack the ability to endure. The Greatest Quality. “But great as these qualities may be, and however splendidly they may be illustrated by the men of Anzac, it is not on them that we lay the greatest stress to-day. We remember them as men of sacrifice. If you were to think of the monument of Anzac as supported by four great pillars, Strength, Courage, Endurance, and Sacrifice, this last is the greatest of all. It is at the base of thip pillar we stand to-day with uncovered heads, it is here we lay our wreaths and flowers. “Yes, we will remember them. But is our memory to consist .solely in a service such as this; in bringing once a year some beautiful flowers to place on this memorial? Have we completed our duty to their memory when this service is over? la our remembrance to be as shortlived as these flowers, which will soon wither and die? “Surely it means something more than that,” said Mr. Howie. “Surely it means that we must endeavour to build int o our lives those qualities of strength, courage, endurance and sacrifice, qualities which made the Anzacs great. Surely it means that we must endeavour to manifest in times of peace the ' spirit of sacrificial heroism which they displayed so magnificently in war. Surely they challenge us to live for the ideals for which they believed they were fighting and in pursuit of which they died.

“We cannot do a greater or more lasting honour to the cherished memories of these heroic spirits than consecrate ourselves to the completion of the task in the performance of which they died, the accomplishment of universal and agelong peace.” After the service, the Governor-Gene-ral inspected the returned soldiers, South African veterans, Legion of Frontiersmen, and units of other forces on parade, and spent some time conversing with individual members. The wreaths which had been placed at the Cenotaph were later transferred to Karori, and laid upon the graves in the Soldiers' Cemetery. TOWN HALL SERVICE Padre Feilden Taylor’s Call WORK FOR COMMON GOOD Thein wan a large attendance of the public at the memorial service in the Town Hall on Saturday afternoon, organised by the Returned Soldiers’ Association on lines similar to those of oilier years. Additional interest was lent the service by the presence on the platform of his Excellency the Governor-General, and the Lady Bledisloe, who last year attended the military parade at the Basin Reserve, which was not repeated on the present occasion. The Mayor (Mr. G. A. Troup), in his robes of ollice, presided, and there were present on the platform: Mrs. Troup, the Hon. Norah Jellicoe, Sir James Allen, Sir John and Lady Luke, Mr. R. A., Wright, MJ?., and Mrs. Wright, the Rev. R. 8. and Mrs. Watson, Colonel G. Hall and Captain J. Shand (representing the Returned Soldiers' Association), Brigadier Macaulay, of the Salvation Army, and Canon Feilden Taylor. The service opened with the singing of the hymn, "0 God Our Help in Ages Past,” which Was accompanied by Mr. Bernard Page on the grand organ. This was followed by a prayer offered by the Rev. R. S. Watson, M.C., of Khandallah, and a Scriptural reading (from Revelations) by Brigadier Macaulay, of the Salvation Army. A combined choir, under the direction of Mr. H. Temple White, sang Elgar's deeply impressive choral work, "For the Fallen,” the solos in which were beautifully sung by Mr®. J. F. Woodward. At its conclusion, the baud of the Salvation Army played Chopin’s “Marche Funebrae,” all present standing during the rendition. The Present Call. Canon Feilden Taylor said sixteen years had elapsed since they had lauded at Anzac Cove. As year succeeded year he was afraid there was a real danger of losing the spirit of Anzac, and all it meant in comradeship, self-sacrifice, and unselfishness. “To-day we are in the throes of a world economic crisis,” said Mr. Taylor. “What I want to convey is that this is a common cause just as much as was the late war, and whilst we pay honour to the glory of the soldiers, let us follow in their footsteps and conduct our lives in the interests of the common welfare. It seems to me that in days of peace we lose the real aim of life in the struggle of private competition. It is no easy matter to abandon this, as did the soldiers, but it is a call to you and me to stand together united in a common crisis, meet whatever is coming, and stand and fall together. So if we stand through the hours of darkness, by the mercy of God we might get through the breakers that threaten to drown us. Let the mind try to remember the graves of Alexandria, at Marseilles, in England, and the sea along theaa ooaxsts where Mo the bodies of many

who “went west”; let us remember Lemnos, beautiful Lemnos, where are the graves of many of our brave soldiers and nurses who yielded their Uvea; and think of the little crosses at Anzac Cove and Malta, where »o many lie at rest; let us remember England, Mesopotamia, all about the world, for every part of the world contains some part of the Empire’s greatness, and in so doing resolve to live Uvea not for ourselves, but for the common good, as the soldiers did.” At the conclusion of the address Mrs. Wilfred Andrews sang, “O Rest in the Lord” with aweet impressiveness; the “Dead March” in “Saul” was played by the Salvation Army Band, with Mr. Bernard Page at the organ, after which the service concluded with the “Last Post” an d'Tteveille,” most admirably blown by Bugler R. Aldrich. The National Anthem concluded the service. ANZAC CONCERT Some Pleasant Part-singing The Town Hall was fairly well filled on Saturday evening, when the usual Anzac Day semi-sacred concert was given, the purely optional price of admission being a coin thrown into collection flnges at the doors. Quite an admirable programme was arranged by Mr. H. Temple White tor the occasion, the numbers for the most part being in accord with the spirit' of the occasion. The Wellington Harmonic Society, of which Mr. White is the conductor, san; with artistic restraint such beautifu-part-songs as Gaul’s “The Silent Band, a popular number right back in Victorinn times; Robertson’s spiritual “All in the April Evening," which never fails in its appeal to the finer religious sense, and the festive carol, “Ring Out, Wild BeUs (Fletcher), which brought the concert to a close. Especially charming in tone, balance, and finish was the male quartet singing of the Melodie Four (Messrs. S. Duncan,. F. E. Bryant, R. S. AHwright, and W. W. Marshall), who gave a well-modulated reading of “Comrades in Arms.” and when encored were most expressive in the delightful quartet, “A Pastoral Evening,” which breathes the essence of the quiet English' countryside, Still .other exponents of the part-song were the Ceeilian Quartet (young ladies), who, in sweet but rather small voices for such a large hall, sang “Flowerg of the Forest” (arranged by Mr. Ernest Jenner), and the “Cradle Song" of Brahms. Mr, Ernest Glading, a robust baritone of good quality, gave full expression to the sentiment attaching to “Menin Gate, a song written round the great arched gate that spans the Menin Road at Ypres, and bears the names in its marble walls of many thousands of British soldiers from all parts of the. Empire who made the supreme sacrifice in that sector of the western front. The ballad embalms their undying heroism and sacrifice rather happily. Mr. Glading s encore number, also patriotic, was “The Glory of the Sea.” Miss Nellie Amies, a mezzo of winsome charm, departed from the spirit of Anzac in singing “A Summer Night” (Goring Thomas), and followed the love trail in her encore, which was the tender ballad. “I Did Not Know.” A variant from the musical was supplied by Mr. Clement May, who recited, with good feeling, Masefield’s “The Ballad of Cape St. Vincent.” This proved to be much to the liking of the audience, and Mr. May recited “Lichtenberg.” a poem by Rudyard Kipling, written of an Australian trooper’s experience near Lichtenberg (South Africa) during the Boer War, when the scent of the wattle in the rains recalls all that stands for home, and its love-ties. Recalled, Mr. May gave the famous commencing speech, “Once More Into the Breach,” from Shakespeare’s “Henry V,” which was in accord with the occasion. Miss Myra Sawyer, in excellent voice, sang the “Ave Maria,” based on the intermezzo from Mascagni's “Cavalleria Rusticana,” and impressed in “Crossing the Bar.” a song which gives splendid expression to Tennyson’s immortal lyrics. Messrs. W. McLean, S. McLean, and Norman Izett played as instrumental trios the “Prize Song” from Wagner’s "The Meistersingers,” and Schutt’s bright “Valse Legende,” and were recalled on each occasion. The violinist of the trio produces a singing tone of exceptional quality. ■ ■ /’ Mr. Edgar Swain, a tenor of some possibility, sang “I Heard You Singing” (Coates), and “Waiata Poi” (Hill). Miss Gladys Watkins proved an efficient accompanist. SOLEMN'REQUIEM MASS — ' Service at St. Mary of the Angels St. Mary of the Angels, Boulcott Street, was thronged at 9.30 on Saturday morning for the Requiem Mass of Anzac Day. The celebrant was the Rev. Father S. Mahony, S.M., with two young JB’rencn padres, Rev. Father Ney ret, S.M. (St. Patrick’s College, Silverstream), and Rev. Father Desbois, S.M. (St. Patrick’s College, Wellington), as deacon and subdeacon. Rev. Father McHardy, S.M., was the master of ceremonies, and the Very Rev. Father A, .1. Cullen, S.M., B.Sc., Rector of St. Patrick’s College, .Wellington, with Rev. Fathers Cleary, S.M., and Cocker, S.M., were present in the sanctuary. The Gregorian Chat of the Mass was rendered by a choir of local priests and professors from the two Catholic colleges of. Wellington and Silverstream, under the Baton of Rev. Basil Kingan, S.M., B.Sc. The Very Rev. Father W. J. Schaefer, S.M., presided at the organ, and at the conclusiou of the mass played the “Dead March” in “Saul,” the whole congregation standing. .The St. Patrick’s College Cadets (Wellington), under .Lieutenant Fergus Reeves, also assisted at the Solemn Requiem, the artillery section forming a guard of honour during the consecration of the Mass.’ SALVATION ARMY Service at Citadel An Anzac commemoration service was conducted in the Salvation Army Citadel on Saturday evening by Commissioner Cunningham, who spoke of the sacred and sorrowful, as well as the glorious aud inspiring memories that the day aroused. “Anzac Day,” he said, “not only reminds us of the deeds of daring by the. men who went to fight in the Empire’s cause, but it calls to mind that in so doing they sacrificed their lives that justice and liberty might be established. “They accomplished to this end much more than they had dreamed, and a great deal more than we through recent years have yet realised. At times we are tempted to feel that we arc still a long way. from the reign of righteousness, and that brotherhood of man for which many have hoped and suffered, but it is coming yet—so have faith and faint not.” Anzac Day not only revived memories sacred and sorrowful, glorious and inspiring, but it had a call from the men that were gone to the men of to-day and to-morrow, said the speaker. They re- ' quired that we of to-day should strive, even at real sacrifice, to bring about and make a reality peace, liberty, justice, aud fair play to every man by every man. “It is to the heart of man that we must appeal, if a new kingdom of peace and righteousness is to be brought into being,” said the Commissioner. SCHOOL OBSERVANCES On Friday afternoon the Wellington East Girls’ College held its Anzac service at St. Mark’s Church. The Rev. H. E. K. Fry conducted the service. Mr. Fry gave the girls a short address, and the following hymns were.sung:—“Onward Christian Soldiers.” “Fight the Good Fight.” “The Recessional.” A wreath, which was to be taken to the Cenotaph later, was laid on the Litany desk, and after the service was over all the girls filed past, and Major Armstrong delivered an address. At Kilbirnie School an address was given by the Rev. W. Bullock. The attendance was the largest on record. There was an attendance of about 200 at Roseneath School, adults responding in large numbers to the invitation, The religious portion of tile service was conducted hy Archdeacon Innes-Jones and i Mr. K. Evena. • -

OVER 800 STRONG

Returned Men’s Parade CROWDS LINE STREETS Quite as notable as the public memorial service in the morning was the parade of returned men, which took place in the afternoon. Many thousands of people watched the procession of soldiers, more than 800 strong, from the time it left the Basin Reserve until it reached the War Memorial, where the sections one by one gave the salute prior to assembling a little further on, aud dismissing. Four thousand people watched the men fall in on their markers at the Basin Reserve, and many thousands more lined Kent Terrace, Courtenay Place, Manners Street, Willis Street, and Lambton Quay, as the procession passed by. The majority of the men wore their medals, and the column of route, with four different bunds, was a most impressive sight. For the first time since the parade of returned men became settled as a feature . of Anzac Day, it was divided on Satur- ; day into different units of the Expedition- ■ ary Forces. Instead of the men falling in i without respect to the divisions to which i they belonged in war time, they assembled . on Saturday in different groups, and the . result was that the procession, with its different sections, each named, gained in significance for those who were watching 1 it. Another result, probably, was' that old friends met much oftener than if the ■ procession had been on the lines adopted in previous years. ~ , Colonel H. E. Avery, D. 5.0., president of the Wellington Returned Soldiers Association, was in command of the combined parade. Captain A. Gorton was adjutant, Major A. de B. Brandon was in command of the South African veterans, Colonel Roland in command of the ex-Im-S erials, and Major (Rt. Hon.) J. G. oates at the head of the Auckland Infantry. There were, in addition, two Maori Wflr veterans, whose presence on parade’ drew a good deal of comment. The list of units with the numbers on parade in each is as follows —South Albican veterans, 85; Imperial forces, Vo; A yisriiralvtn' forces. 17 ; Mounted. Rifles,.4B ; Artillery, 55; Engineers, 37; Auckland Regiment, 50; Wellington Regiment, 145; Canterbury Regiment, 42; Otago Regiment, 29; Rifle Brigade, 131; Machinegun Corps, 13; Medical Corps, 21; Legion of Frontiersmen, 28; other units, 11. The total number on parade was 807. The Tramways Band, Royal Naval Volunteer Reserve Band, Boys’ Institute Band, and the Pipe Band joined the procession, and played it from the Basin Reserve to the War Memorial. THE KING’S MESSAGE Governor-General’s Reply An Anzac Day message was received from the King by the Governor-General, Lord Bledisloe. It stated: — “The Queen and I join to-day with our people in New Zealand in commemorating the heroism’ and sacrifice of those who fell at Gallipoli.” . His Excellency has replied to his Majesty as follows: — “Your Majesty’s gracious message . has been communicated to the people of New Zealand, who deeply appreciate the association of your Majesty and the Queen in their observance of this day of sacred remembrance.” GIRLS’ COLLEGE SERVICE “The Menin Gate” The Rev. R. S. Watson took the service which was held in the central hall, Wellington Girls’ College. His topic was, “The Menin Gate.” During the course of his remarks Mr. Watson pointed out that the Menin Gate was built near Ypres as a memorial to the 56,000 men who were posted as missing during the war and who rested in an unknown grave. Mr. Watson illustrated his remarks by reference to the famous picture of the “Menin Gate,’.’ by the artist Longstaff, which he described as symbolic of the war insofar as it expressed the dark as well as the bright side of war. The brightness consisted in the comradeship, the chivalry, arid the cheerfulness exhibited by the men at the front. The darkness consisted of all those unworthy, unpleasant, and disastrous features which are the distinguishing features of every war. He referred to the many war' books that were written as giving a good, all-round idea of what the war was really like. In conclusion he expressed the hope that such meetings as were being held to celebrate Anzae Day would create a feeling inimical to war. Other features of the service were appropriate passages of Scripture and prayers taken by Miss F. E. Kershaw, actingprincipal. Binyon’s poem, “For the Fallen,” and a musical monologue, “Menin Gate,” were given by Miss Joyce D’innison, one of the pupils. The service, which was short and impressive, concluded with .two verses of “God Save the King.” A wreath made by the pupils, consisting of red poppies and black and gold leaves, was placed on the Cenotaph by the head prefects. Other wreaths were also made for the soldiers’ graves at* Karori. .“A LESSON FROM CHRIST”. The Real Meaning of Anzac “It is sixteen years since the memorable events in Suvla Bay and Cape Helles which we are celebrating; and that means that to nearly half the population of New Zealand these things are becoming just things to read about in books.' But it should be more than this, for it celebrates the day when this country found its soul as a nation,” said the Rev. H. W. Newell, M.A.,-preaching in the Terrace Congregational Church, in connection with the Anzac Day celebrations. “How are we to keep the patriotism felt on this day real and to make its force of value for the difficulties of our own and subsequent times? We believe this can only be done if we look at Anzac Day from the point of view we learn from Christ. “One thing this day gives us is a legitimate pride in our country and a faith in its future —'sorely needed in a time of discouragement like the present. But to-dny we have no strong voice calling ns to those qualities of camaraderie, sclfsaci’ifiee and faith so nobly shown in (he war. And nothing except a new religious spirit can bring back to us to-day the willingness to give rather than to demand, to change grudging Io .joyous adventure, facile promises of self-seeking men for real idealism.” WORK WELL DONE Women’s Care of War Graves The work of the Women’s National Reserve in tending the graves of our soldiers buried in the New Zealand cemeteries has earned high praise. The manner in which the members of this philanthropic organisation carried out the responsibilities they have undertaken came in fori special, mention by the Hon. P. A. ile la Perrelle in connection with the unveiling of the Cross of Sacrifice at Featherston on Saturday, j “The work of these ladies.” remarked ‘ the Minister, “has been splendid and they have built up a powerful- body of workers. In Wellington the ladies of this fine organisation have done and continue to render splendid service in looking after the graves of our fallen, and ■ from reports I have received, the ladies , of Featherston, not forgetting Miss Card < (president) and Mrs. Ball (secretary). ■' are carrying out similar good work. There < is no doubt that when the ladies take ; up a cause of this kind they are never . lacking in spirit: (heir job is done wholeheartedly hut unostentatiously, and wc 1 all owe io the Women's National Reserve i our thanka.” >

SERVICES ELSEWHERE

City and Provincial AUCKLAND. By Telegraph—Press Association. Anzac Day services were held through- ; . out the province. An impressive ceremony took place at the cenotaph outside the Auckland War Memorial Museum which returned soldiers and many thousands of the public attended. WANGANUI. Dominion Special Service. Lacking to a certain extent the pageantry of former years, Anzac Day commemoration services at Wanganui were held on Cook’s Gardens and were attended by a large crowd. College cadets and volunteers paraded on the grounds, with the several local bands in attendance, but the presence of the disbanded Wanganui battalion of the Wellington-West Coast Regiment was missed. Mis Worship the Mayor, Mr. W. J. Rogers, presided at the gathering, and . the service was controlled by the Wanganui Ministers’ Association. The Revs. G. 8. King, C.F., H. G. Goring, C.F., H. W. Austin, M.A.. C.F., and E. T. Cox, M.A., C.F., assisted. Hymns were sung by the congregation and the service concluded with the Benediction, “Last Post,” and “Reveille.” A feature of the celebrations was the Maori gathering at Moutoa Gardens. MANAWATU. Dominion Special Service. The chief service at Palmerston. North was conducted by the Returned Soldiers’ Association at the showgrounds, where an assemblage of over 5000 was addressed by Padre C. Walls, M.C., of Wellington. Led by the band of the Sixth Mounted Rifles, a procession of returned soldiers and veterans, territorials and cadets circled the Square and marched to the showgrounds. After the singing of Kipling’s Recessional and a short prayer by Padre Walla a brief silence was observed. In the morning a service for Boy Scouts and Girl Guides was held at the memorial in the Square by the Rev. J. R. Nield. The memorial was decked with floral tributes and attracted many people during the afternoon. On Friday morning the Rev. J. D. McArthur addressed the pupils of the Palmerston North Girls’ High School, while the service for the children of the Technical School was conducted by the director, Mr. C. G. Hancox. WAIRARAPA. Dominion Special Service. Anzac Day was observed by services at all the Wairarapa towns. A gathering of about 800 residents from all parts of the district attended the unveiling of the Cross of Sacrifice in the soldiers’ burial ground in the Featherston Cemetery. This cross, which is similar to those which stand in cemeteries in Gallipoli and France, is the first of its kind to be erected in New Zealand. Made from New Zealand granite and standing about 30 feet high, its beauty lies in its dignified simplicity rather than in elaborate ornamentation. The Minister of Internal Affairs, Hon. P. A. de la Perrelle, who unveiled the memorial, stated that there were 182 men in the cemetery who had died while in Featherston camp. He unveiled the memorial “In memory of the brave lads of the district and to the glory of God.” The mayor of Featherston, Mr. J. W. Card, also delivered an address. The Rev. W. J. Durrad led the service and read the roll of honour. The Masterton Municipal Band was in attendance and rendered “To the Memory of the Brave.” At the conclusion, of the ceremony the base of the memorial was buried beneath a mass of floral tributes from schools and bodies and organisations from all parts of the district. Beautiful wreaths were also placed on the memorials at Martinborough, Carterton, Masterton, Eketahuna and Pahiatua, and on a temporary cenotaph at Greytown. At all towns, too, returned soldiers, scouts, cubs and guides paraded in large numbers. Over 500 people attended the service at the Masterton memorial, which was conducted by the Rev. E. O. Blamires. The Rev. R. H. Catherwood was the speaker at the Carterton service, while the Rev. G. V. Gerard delivered the main address at the Pahiatua service. CHRISTCHURCH. By Telegraph—Press Association. Anzac Day was celebrated on Saturday in fine weather. There was a procession from Cranmer Square, through the city to King Edward Barracks, where a citizens’ service was held. Mr. W. Perry, Dominion vice-president of the R.S.A., delivered an address. There was a good parade of returned men for the procession, but the absence of territorials reduced the numbers of troops. There was an impressive parade of Royal Naval Reserve men and a number of permanent and territorial officers also marched. School cadets were present. As usual wreaths were laid on the Bridge of Remembrance and at the Cathedral. DUNEDIN. By Telegraph—Press Association. Glorious weather prevailed for the Anzac Day commemoration at Dunedin. Several thousands assembled at Queen’s Gardens to watch the ceremony at the fallen soldiers’ memorial, where numerous wreaths were laid. Services at the leading churches were largely attended. . WESTPORT. By Telegraph.—Press Association. Anzac commemoration services were held at Westport in fine weather. There was a large attendance, and the Rev. A. Miller, M.A., gave the principal address. TEN MILLION LIVES Equal Number of Maimed TOLL OF THE GREAT WAR "Let your charges know something of. the horrors of war,” said Lieutenant-Colo-nel W. T. Austin, who commanded the Ist Battalion of the New Zealand Rifle Brigade during the Great War, in addressing the pupils of the Wellington Teachers’ Training College on Saturday morning. "Tell Jhem that among the nations engaged in the World War nearly 1.0,000,000 people lost their lives; that five years after the declaration of peace an equal number of injured was in receipt of pensions; or, if these numbers cannot be grasped, put it to them thus: That if a body of soldiers equivalent in numbers to those killed on land, and sea, and in the air were to march past in fours, anil at a smart pace day and night,, it would take them four full weeks to go by;, and that If the wounded as well as the killed were represented, the march would take ten weeks. “If, in addition to this, you can make them understand that great numbers of returned men of the belligerent nations will never walk again, or see, or think or act rationally again, or because of dreadful facial injuries must' evermore shun the presence of their fellowmen; and can, besides, give them some idea of the widespread and almost - overwhelming economic disruption that follows upon war, then. T say. you should'have no difficulty in getting them eventually to stand firm-, ly behind any organisation supporting the League of Nations, and all that it stands for.” -