An' old veteran who has followed the fortunes of a miner since the early days (says a' West Coast .paper) strolled down the .wharf at Greymouth the other - day whilst the s.s". Tutanekai was in port, which he wished to have a look oyer: However, he saw tne sign in a prominent position "No admission except on business," and for. a while was • nonplussed for "an excuse to satisfy his curiosity. Suddenly an idea struck him. He reckoned as the'vessel belonged to* the Government lie had'a share in it, and boldly walked on board." Being asked what he wanted, the old man replied, "Oh, I'm part-owner of this vessel and am sroinff to look round and insbect it." And he did.
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New Zealand Mail, Issue 1440, 5 October 1899, Page 54
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