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child Jesus, presented to the College by past pupils. The figure, the work of Mr J. Gown, Wellington, shows St. Joseph as the worker, the protector, and the provider. St. Joseph holds the child Jesus on his left arm inside his cloak, symbolising the protection of Maoridom. In his right hand he holds a greenstone adze, symbol of his trade, and at his feet a gourd and a basket of kumara show him as the provider. Hundreds of people from all over the country attended the celebrations, where they enjoyed meeting old friends and fellow-pupils. Present pupils delighted the large crowd with their entertainment.

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Te Ao Hou, December 1967, Page 24

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Untitled Te Ao Hou, December 1967, Page 24

Untitled Te Ao Hou, December 1967, Page 24