PREMIER IN LONDON.

Star (Christchurch), Issue 17159, 1 October 1923, Page 9

PREMIER IN LONDON.

TWO RECORDS MADE. By Teiogrraph—Pre*s ABaociation—Copyright Australian and N.Z. Cable Association. LONDON, September 28. Mr Massey claims that two records wore established on his Homeward trip. First, the Pacific run was lessened by two days, and secondly, the Atlantic run by one hour. The Prime Minister was greatly impressed by the courteous reception he received at Washington, where he was given a luncheon by the American Government and a dinner by the British Embassy. Referring to his meeting with President Ooclidge, Mr Massey said that he had formed the highest possible opinion of the President's ability. Ho displayed not only friendliness, but was well informed, and understood New Zealand's problems and prospects. The President had the warmest admiration for the Dominion’s legislation and social development, and requested Mr Massey to send on his. and also on tho Government’s behalf, a cordial message wishing the sister democracy of New Zealand prosperity and happiMr Massey said that when he left New Zealand he was physically run down, but was now in splendid condition. When informed that Mr Bruce proposed to tour the provinces after the Imperial Conference, Mr Massey said that his stay in England would he limited to the duration of the Conferenoe, as he was anxious to return t<. New Zealand at the earliest possible date.