THE KING'S SONS.
P.RINCE OF WALES' FUTURE. GOVERNMENT'S ANXIETY. LONDON, October 8. Inquiries regarding the rumoured possibility of the 'Duke of York fulfilling the King's desire that hi 3 sons should become Governors-General of the chief Dominions, thereby gaining a close knowledge of Imperial affairs, reveal that an early appointment is unlikely. It is recognised that the Duke of York has rapidly reached sound commonsense manhood, fitting him for a Vice-Regal position in any of the Dominions, but the Government is not likely to sanction an overseas appointment at present, owing to the undisguised anxiety concerning the future of the Princes of Wales.
All sections of the community hope to see the Prince of Wales settle down early. It is known that the Government is disturbed at what is regarded as the over-activity of the Prince's athletic, social, and other functions, which are considered unwise, as he does not possess sufficient robustness for a strenuous life. There is consequently an earnest desire that he should cease his wanderings, marry some English girl, and give his fullest attention to matters of Stats, while not altogether neglecting- his social and sporting activities. Ministers feel that it would" be unwise for the Duke of York to go abroad until the Prince of Wales' future has been definitely decided.
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Manawatu Times, Volume XLVII, Issue 2777, 19 October 1923, Page 5
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215THE KING'S SONS. Manawatu Times, Volume XLVII, Issue 2777, 19 October 1923, Page 5
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