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Mr Harry Watson A leading Maori elder of Taranaki, Mr Harry Watson, has died at his home at Motunui after a long illness. He was 69. A chief of the Atiawa tribe, Mr Watson contributed much to the district and was particularly interested in museum activities. He was selected to speak for his people at the opening of the Taranaki museum in 1961, but was unable to attend because of illness. Mr Watson is survived by three sons and seven daughters.

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Te Ao Hou, June 1963, Page 63

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Mr Harry Watson Te Ao Hou, June 1963, Page 63

Mr Harry Watson Te Ao Hou, June 1963, Page 63