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Last March a large gathering of Maoris and Pakehas at Koriniti Pa farewelled Sister Elsie Smith, who was retiring after 33 years' service on the Wanganui River. Mrs H. Ngatoa, on behalf of the Maori people, presented Sister Elsie (who is England-bound shortly), with a kit, taniko head-band and a belt. A gift of money was given by the up-river settlers. A Koriniti elder, Mr Rangi Pokiha, chanted the welcome to Sister Elsie when she arrived at the pa, soon after a service in the church, taken by the Rev. Keith Elliott, V.C., vicar of Putiki.

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Te Ao Hou, June 1963, Page 60

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Untitled Te Ao Hou, June 1963, Page 60

Untitled Te Ao Hou, June 1963, Page 60