THE PRINCE’S VISIT.

Western Star, 16 March 1920, Page 3

THE PRINCE’S VISIT.

Most of the newspapers throughput the Dominion are suggesting entertainments for the Prince of Wales at the different centres where he will romiain over-night. One of the best of these suggestions emanates from the ‘Marlborough Press,’ which says: Youth turns to yputh as naturally as the flowers lift their faces to the sun. And it is surprising what an abnormal idea of age the really youthful boy or girl has. Thirty to them is quite staid and middle aged, aind the comments of young things on healthy, normal, much alive thirty, often times come with a .shock, and are most disconcerting. When the Civic Fathers sit in solemn conclave to discuss the proper ways and means of entertaining the young Prince during his visit, they should not overlook the demands of the Imperial visitor’s youth and should make plans accordingly. We are given to understand that the Prince is a normal, healthy, pleasant young man, who loves outdoor gamtes and dancing.- It is the duty of those who plan to entertain him to see that he gets what ho likes. We want the Prince to see .and know our young people, particularly the girls. Our girls are handsome enough to be splendid company for a prince. We have superfluous evidence that America was not backward in drawing the young Prince’s attention to 1 the charm of its girls, nor should New Zealand miss this rare opportunity of gjathering together the fairest of its youth. When the balls are arranged the organisers should see' that the guests Who are predominant are in keeping with the young Prince’s age. Who knows but that the young Prince may not wish to pick a wife from the subjects of his father’s Dominion ? Why not a New Zealand wife? Our girls seem to have the happy knack of adapting themselves to any circumstances or positions, and there are thousands who could charmingly fill the role of queen. The Civic Fathers should) see that the girls -get their chance, and banquets, receptions, and lengthy speeches should give place on the entertainment programme to balls, picnics, tennis parties, and moonlight excursions. EVery time wo have distinguished visitors the feasting and the fun go to a (select few; on this occasion an effort should be mule to ousqro the enjoyment of the guest as well as of the hosts.