THE CENTENNIAL MEMORIAL
(To tfee Editor.) Sir, —There have been a number of suggestions for a city centennial memorial, most of which are unsuitable, or at least unworthy, of the object which it is desired to commemorate. Probably the most appealing suggestion is that of an imposing landmark on the summit of Mount Victoria such as the "Pioneer Ship" or some similar original conception which will afford a direct appeal to citizens as well as tourists. Such a commanding site demands a memorial which shall be unique and outstanding Anything in the shape of a mere "look-out." —whatever that may mean —would certainly not fill the bill.
Miss Nelle Scanlan, at a recent Travel Club reception, stressed the advisability of developing the great possibilities of sites such as the one mentioned above, and made some welldeserved comments on -the backwardness ' and parochialism of Wellingtonians in neglecting, opportunities of improving and making the most of the many outstanding sites which Nature has provided.
It is to be hoped the memorial committee which has been brought together will rise above that low level of civic pride and responsibility which has obtained in the past and make a name for itself by providing a worthy permanent memorial to those who founded this king city of the Dominion. They should surely support such a proposal as that embodied in the "Pioneer Ship," which, besides ensuring a suitable commemoration of the first colonists, will minister to the day and night recreation of citizens and tourists alike. I understand the building is desiged to provide accommodation for receptions and other functions on a large scale as well as an up-to-date rendezvous where refreshments, and, if desirable, dancing, can be obtained, and, in addition, will house the numerous relics of the early settlers, thereby combining a "paying proposition" with a perpetual reminder to coming generations of the courage and resource of those who "blazed the trail." —I am, etc.,
KHANDALLAH.
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Evening Post, Volume CXXVI, Issue 122, 19 November 1938, Page 8
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