Ministers on Tour
Per Press Association. TAURANGA, March 17. ilon. R. Semple, Minister of Public Works, left here yesterday for Ruatoki, where he was met by Hon. F. Langstone, Minister of Lands. Both Ministers were welcomed by the Maoris, who submitted various requests, thy principal one being for the construction of a bridge across the Wliakatane river. Mr. Semple agreed to the construction of the bridge at a site opposite the township at a cost of £7OOO, which would be borne by the Government.
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Manawatu Times, Volume 62, Issue 65, 18 March 1937, Page 6
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84Ministers on Tour Manawatu Times, Volume 62, Issue 65, 18 March 1937, Page 6
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