THE IMPERIAL TROOPS
By Telegraph—Press Association. Wellington, last night. Half of the Imperial troops, who visited Masterton yesterday, were accompanied by Mr Soddon. The visitors received an enthusiastic welcome, and were entertained by the citizens. A large number of visitors from the surrounding districts were present, and the crowd which witnessed their arrival was the largest ever seen here. Large numbers of Maoris danced hakas, and the troops gave an exhibition of physical drill. The men returned to Wellington in the evening. THE WEST COAST VISITORS. That portion of the Imperial representative corps who yesterday visited Masterton, were to-day entertained at a garden party at the Hutt. The function was attended by a hundred people. The men spent a very enjoyable afternoon. The Wanganui section returned to the city this evening. They met with a cordial greeting at the various towns en route. Their welcome at Palmerston was very wholehearted. This evening the officers were entertained by the Ministry. Palmerston North, last night. There is splendid weather to-day for the reception of the Imperial troops. The men arrived here at midnight and marched to the Show Ground, where they were welcomed by the Mayor, Borough Councillors, and the member for the district.
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Gisborne Times, Volume V, Issue 37, 13 February 1901, Page 2
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