GOVERNOR AT HAMILTON.

New Zealand Herald, Volume LII, Issue 16041, 6 October 1915, Page 5

GOVERNOR AT HAMILTON.

NEW ANGLICAN CHURCH.

FOUNDATION-STONE LAID. [BY TELEGRAPH.—own correspondent.] Hamilton, Tuesday. The Governor and Lady Liverpool visited Hamilton to-day to lay the foundationstone of the new Anglican Church. They arrived at Frankton by the Main Trunk express, and were met at 9 a.m. by the Mayor of Frankton, Mr. C. E. H Allen, and the Mayor of Hamilton, Mr! A. E. Manning. Their Excellencies motored to Hamilton, where they were accorded a public reception on Ferry Bank. There was a large attendanceThe Hamilton High School cadets formed a guard of honour, and the National Reserve, Veterans, boy scouts, and troops of the Waikato Mounted Rifles were on parade, with the band of the 16th Regiment. Mr. E. J. Davey, Hamilton town clerk, read an address of welcome. The Governor, in reply, referred to the part New Zealand was playing in the great struggle, exemplifying her loyalty to the Empire. He referred especially to the fact that the Maoris, who 50 years ago were striving against us, were now alongside our own sons, upholding the traditions of their ancestors, as a fine example ofn * lsh r" l6 - Th * Present war was solidifying and strengthening the British •CJnpire in a manner our enemies never expected. The cost was tremendous in blood and treasure. Our bravery was magnificent, but was born of sore adversity. The nation had not been found wanting and the traditions handed down by our forefathers had been upheld by the present generation with unflinching determination and valour. The end was not vet, but he prayed that when the sword was laid aside Almighty God would bless the armies of His Majesty the King, and that victory would ensure lasting peace His Excellency referred to .the fact that his father fought for two years in the Waikato during the war. It was a wonderful thing that every coloured race the British had fought and conquered was now fighting with them. He counselled all to withhold criticism anddo their utmost to see the struggle through. His Excellency referred to the excellent work done by the Maheno, and said he had private information that she had dealt with 5000 cases in 33 days The work on board was as arduous as that in the trench or on the field: equally monotonous, with none of the excitement. The ceremony concluded with hearty cheers for His Excellency and Lady Liverpool.

Impressive Ceremony.

The Governor then laid the foundationstone of the new St. Peter's Church, situated on the hill near the present building, the site of an old redoubt, built by the original settlers of Hamilton, and where the first Anglican service was held. Bishop Averill was present, also clergy from all parts of the district. The design of th© building is simple, based upon late 14th century Gothic. The church will be of reinforced concrete with fine cast finish. When completed it is estimated to cost £10,000, but it is not proposed to exceed £4000 at present. The ceremony was impressive. Bishop Averill delivered a forcible address, in which he referred to the folly of putting |up a small church in a rapidly-growing district which, he predicted, would become the centre of a new bishopric. Our boys at the front were emphasising the principles of service and sacrifice, serving their country and sacrificing their lives for God's honour. Visit to Places of Interest. After the ceremony, the viee-re°ul party was entertained by Archdeacon and Mrs. Cowie at the vicarage, and subsequently at an official banquet, at which there was a largo and representative attendance. The party was taken by motor to places of interest, a call being made at Ruakura Farm, where the visitors were entertained at afternoon tea bv" the acting-manager. Mr. Green, and Mrs" Green. His Excellency planted a kauri tree, and Lady Liverpool a totara tree in front of the homestead. " The vice-regal party left for Wellington by the afternoon express. °