New Salvation Army Leader for Dominion

Manawatu Times, Volume LIV, Issue 7061, 8 November 1929, Page 5

New Salvation Army Leader for Dominion

A NOTABLE FIGURE;

GOMJjIISSIONER CUNNINGHAM ADDRESSES SYDNEY MEETING

United Press Association —By Electric Telegraph—Copyright. Received Friday 2 a.m. SYDNEY, Nov. 7.

Sparely built, six feet in height, with sharp features, penetrating eyes, and a small well-trimmed beard, Commissioner Cunningham who takes control of the Salvation Army activities in the Dominion, was given a reception along with members of his family by the headquarters staff of the in Sydney to-night. The gathering was very large and cordial. '

Commissioner Cunningham addressed the meeting on the Army’s mission work among the lepers of the Dutch East Indies and later delivered a spiritual address, which is described as one of the most eloquent and'.enrm est over heard in this city. Mrs. Cunningham, her two daughters and so-n were present. A native of Scotland, Commisioner Cunninghain is nearing his sixtieth year, but withal he is an extremely alert and striking- figure and looks much younger. On being interviewed, be stated he was looking forward with real pleasure and joy to settling down in New Zealand. His interest for the Dominion began 40 years ago. He intended to do bis utmost to develop the Army’s work there and if possible extend the sphere of its usefulness. Commissioner • Cunningham is a much-travelled man and has some of the highest and most influential posts in tho Army’s organisation. Mrs Cunningham is a native of South Africa.

The party sails for New Zealand to-morrow.