THE PRINCE OF WALES.

Otago Witness, Issue 3414, 20 August 1919, Page 17

THE PRINCE OF WALES.

X VISIT TO CANADA. (By Cable.) ST. JOHN'S (Newfoundland), Aug. 11. The Prince of Wales arrived at Topsail, a watering place in Conception Bay, and remained ashore for a few hours. He proceeded to St. John's on Tuesday. August 12. The Prince of Wales landed, and was given a civic reception on an imposing scale. August 13. The Prince of Wales attended a regatta here. A rowing boat overturned while the race was in progress, and a returned soldier was drowned. The regatta programme was therupon abandoned. OTTAWA. August 15. The Prince of Wales landed at St. John, New Brunswick. The crowded streets were gaily decorated. Responding to an address of welcome, the Prince alluded to St. John as the City of Loyalists. He referred to his war service with the Canadians. Comradeship on the field was the surest road to an understanding between portions of the Empire. British principles and ideals were sharply outlined in the burning light of supreme emergency, and had stood the test. NEW YORK, August 16. Special correspondents, describing the reception of the Prince of Wales at St. John's, Nova Scotia, comment in glowing terms on the way in which the Prince's democracy won the hearts of the Canadians. The New York World's correspondent states that the Prince acknowledged the reception with dignity and poise, despite a certain youthful shyness. The Canadians noted how the Prince readily mixed with all classes. The New York Times correspondent says that everybody was impressed with the Prince's democracy and frank appreciation of his welcome. The New York papers' comment is that the Prince of Wales will receive the heartiest reception on his visit to New York. HALIFAX, August 17. Thousands gathered on the waterfront to watch the Prince of Wales entering the harbour aboard the warship Renown. Canadian aviators circled over the cruiser Dragon and the battleship Renown. The Italian, French, and American warships in the harbour fired Royal salutes. It is officially announced that the Prince will travel 8800 miles during his tour, and will visit 53 cities in all parts of the dominion. The Prince will visit the United States about November 1. The Prince of Wales gave a dinner aboard the Renown. The guests included the Governor-general, Sir H. L. Borden (Prime Minister of Canada), and the Son. Q, H. Murray (Premier of Nova Scotia).