DREADFUL HOURS
Memories of Soviet Prison MONKHOUSE’S THOUGHTS Loudon, April 29. “During the dreadful hours in the Lubiankti prison I many times wondered whether I should see my home town in Taranaki again.” Mr. Alan Monkhouse told a “Sun” representative. “During the Ogpu’s tedious interrogations I promised myself, if I ever escaped. I would return to Taranaki, but I now doubt whether I shall be able to go.” , % Mr. Monkhouse milled that from tin viewpoint of engineering experience Russia was remarkable, and the work there unusually interesting. Russian workmen were inexperienced, but were very keen when encouraged. 'V Hue the enormous industries are amazuig.J do not advise Dominion engineers .o visit Russia, but experience there is invaluable. There are several Australians and New Zealanders holding responsible jobs in Russia. but In<\\ are paid in roubles, which must 'O spent (here, as they tire not transferable.” .
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Dominion, Volume 26, Issue 184, 2 May 1933, Page 9
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