Te Kopara 59
[3] Te Kopara, Number 59, Gisborne, 12 September, 1918.
‘Iti te Kopara, kai takirikiri ana i runga i te Kahikatea.’
Although the Bellbird is small, he plucks at the Kahikatea. [cf Nga Pepeha 908]
PETITION ABOUT THE VOTE ON ALCOHOL
Perhaps both small and great have seen the petitions being circulated for signing by the Pakeha and also by Maori throughout the Dominion. This petition was initiated by the Organisation for the Prohibition of Alcohol. It is a petition from the people to Parliament asking it to arrange a vote on the issue by the people when Parliament convenes towards the end of this year.
However the main objective of this petition is to provide a basis for the discussion of the proposals of the Board [?whakaaturia sic ?whakaturia – set up] by the Government to look into all matters affecting the people (National Efficiency Board). That Board asked Parliament to pass a law enabling the people as a whole to vote on the production or sale of liquor throughout the Dominion. Therefore this is an important matter, a matter affecting the lives of all people, a matter affecting a man and his wife and their children. The Rev F W Chatterton is beginning to receive those petitions. Therefore, people, should the Government give this power to the people – the vote to prohibit this thing – we urge you to be of one mind. Pull out the entrails of the octopus; cut out the root of this bad tree. Let us follow the example of one part of North America, Canada. This country is now dry; there is no production or sale of liquor. We have also received news that on 1st July the whole of America (The United States of America) will go dry. This is a remarkable thing for the great powers of the world to observe. The Americans think that by doing away with alcohol the war will be brought to an end speedily.
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There is a girl called Wanda Metnugzer. Her work in one of the American post offices is sending telegrams. That girl was engaged in secreting telegrams dealing with the war and passing them on to people she knew who would then show them to the Germans. That girl has been put in prison.
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THE ELDER OF TE RAU COLLEGE..
Both the Maori section and the Pakeha section have become aware of the report that Te Rau College is moving to the Ministry School (St John’s College) in Auckland. The Board (Mission Board) has been considering this matter for two years and now at last they have made up their minds to move it.
The Elder of the College, the Rev F W Chatterton is to become minister of the Pakeha parish of Rotorua and will also have oversight of the Maori Church in the Archdeaconry of Tauranga. When the Bishop visited the Parish of Manutuke the tribe expressed their sorrow, first, at the removal of Te Rau College, and secondly, at the transference of the Rev F W Chatterton. In his response the Bishop said that his thoughts were not occupied with a single parish within the Diocese, but rather he focussed on parishes where the work was weak, like Rotorua. Therefore this Elder was the right man for that place. All the Maori Ministers know what this Elder is like, especially those who have known him personally and all his work. Therefore it is an important and wonderful thing for the Archdeaconry of Tauranga to have this strong man to support the work of the Church.
THE TAKITIMU HUI.
At the Hui at Te Kapu, Te Wairoa, held last April, Heni Materoa (Lady Carroll) announced to the tribes the Hui to be held at Takitimu in March, 1919.
The Objects of the Hui.
1. The Unveiling of the Memorial to Wi Pere.
2. The Collection of money for the Maori Soldiers’ Fund.
The tribes agreed to the Hui and its purposes and said that their Hui should be called the Hui Aroha - ‘The Hui of Love.’
The chiefs of the three canoes, Horouta, Tamatea and Kahungunu, said that Takitimu and the others should not keep the Hui to themselves but should make a space for them. Horouta also claims the stones, as do Tamatea and Kahungunu. Therefore, given these circumstances, Takitimu was agreeable but said that the permanent chiefs of these canoes should meet together amicably to talk about and make decisions about this matter. This is a new treasure and this is a new world.
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It was arranged to hold a meeting at Manutuke on Tuesday, 11th June, 1918, following on from the meeting of the Management Committee of the Maori Soldiers’ Fund. The hui was held that day but because the Kahungunu chiefs did not arrive there were no discussions. There was much talking and the hui convened again on the Wednesday but again Kahungunu were not present. However a message arrived saying that they were on the way and had not arrived earlier because of the terrible state of the roads. Thereupon the hui was moved to Friday and would be held in Gisborne at the Tairawhiti Club.
On Friday 14th June, 1918, the hui was held at the Rairawhiti Club at 11 o’clock in the morning. The people who attended that meeting were:
From Tamatea – Hori Tupaea, Taranaki Te Ua, Paraire Tomoana.
From Rongokako – Iraia Te Whaiti.
From Kahungunu – Lemuel T Urupu, Paetai Wirihana, Patu Te Rito.
From Horouta – A T Ngata, Pene Heihei (Te Kairakau), Eru Moeke, Materoa Reedy, Hone Potaka, Tutere Wi Repa, Hone Reedy, H T Pokiha.
From Takitimu – Hetekia Te Kani Pere, Henare Ruru, Heni Materoa (Lady Carroll) Karaitiana Tamararo, Te Ao Tamararo, Tiki Riiti, Pita Te Hau, Wiri Rangi, Wiri Ruru, Sir Timi Kara, Taare Piti, Taare Wherihi, Rongowhakaata Halbert, Wiremu Cooper, Eruera Te Kura, Marangai Haapu, Harawira Te Ua, Henare Poananga, and Wiremu Tutepuaki Piti, Secretary.
There were discussions and explanations and when they were concluded these were the matters decided upon:
Apirana Ngata proposed and Patu Te Rito seconded:
‘The preparation of the food – the hangi, the steamer, and the Pakeha foods including all the sliced meats, peeled potatoes and hot water – to be done by Takitimu and Tamatea.’ Passed.
‘The dining hall and all the arrangements within it including the water receptacles and the people to carve the meat and everything to do with that building – to be done by Horouta.’ Passed.
‘The stalls for the market and the arrangement of the times for the welcomes, the speeches and the entertainments on the marae – to be done by Kahungunu.’ Passed.
Lemuel Te Urupu stood and said that he wanted to be clear about these arrangements. When each canoe had allocated their people to the work that canoe had been given to do, the person in charge should be able to requisition help from whatever canoe if they were free. This was agreed following his clarification.
As for the provision of electric lights, this was left to Taranaki Te Ua and Paetai Wirihana.
Takitimu was to deal with any untidiness and with the cleanliness of the marae.
Takitimu was also to be responsible for housing the guests.
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The sleeping quarters and their surroundings – the viewing hall for the visitors, the stewards’ accommodation, are in the hands of Tamatea. Horouta is responsible for the exhibition hall. Kahungunu will provide the marquee to the east of the stewards’ accommodation. Kahungunu, Horouta and Tamatea will provide the tables in it.
At this point Materoa Reedy rose to speak. He had heard that the Committee was asking people to pay for their sleeping places. After explanations, Materoa Reedy moved and Patu Te Hiko seconded, ‘That the spokesmen for their districts explain to the elderly women and men that the saying that they would have to pay for their sleeping places was just gossip and there was no charge.’ Passed.
Apirana Ngata moved and Taranaki Te Ua seconded:
‘That the work of collecting and of preparing entertainments be carried on by each canoe within its own borders up until the time of the hui. No canoe is to go within the boundaries of the Tai-Hauauru or beyond. All money raised at the time of the hui is to be handed over to the Executive Committee, the Headquarters Committee.’ Passed.
Apirana Ngata moved and Taranaki Te Ua seconded:
(a) ‘That the Executive Committee for this function be chosen from within Takitimu.’ Passed.
(b) ‘That the Executive Committee (Headquarters Staff) be the Chairman, the Members and the Secretary.
This Executive Committee has authority to purchase food and equipment.
This Executive Committee has authority to arrange for transport, horses, steamers, petrol, and electricity.
This Executive Committee may give authority to the police.
(c) The Management Group (Camp Staff). There is to be a committee to oversee the work; the members of that committee are to be the heads of the sections responsible for:
1. Providing food.
2. Dining Halls.
3. Stalls and markets.
4. Guest houses.
5. Cleaning and rubbish.
6. The Electric lights and the generators.
7. The equipment and foods.
(d) ‘That the Committee of the Tairawhiti Club organize the performances in town.’ Passed.
Apirana Ngata moved and Patu Te Rito seconded:
‘That the Published Plan proposed for each day be accepted but that the Committee have power to adjust it if needed.’ Passed.
Apirana Ngata moved and Taranaki Te Ua seconded:
‘That the invitation to the Hui Aroha be sent out quickly to the various areas.’ Passed.
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Tutepuaki Piti (Secretary) stood to explain the arrangements he has made for cars to carry passengers from the town of Gisborne to the marae and from the marae to the town, or for any travelling. The owners of the cars have agreed to help out hui and will honour the vouchers issued by the Executive Committee. They have agreed to take four shillings in the pound. So, it works like this: people can buy tickets from the committee. Each ticket carries a certain value. When a person has no more need of the car he hands over the ticket for the amount asked for. The owner of the car will go to the Secretary to collect the right money. He will be given his portion and the rest will go to the Fund. – Passed.
This concluded the business of this meeting but it was thought that the designated organizers from each canoe should meet again at an appropriate time and the Secretary is to make known the date and the place where the meeting will be held.
WAR NEWS.
The Western Front.
This is a cause for rejoicing by small and great – the strength of the Allies in driving back the Germans. News arrives every day telling of every aspect of the advance of the English, the French and the Americans. This is the benefit of having appointed a single general, General Foch, to command the soldiers of the Allies. We have written about the character of this man. Consequently all the nations can see that it is because of him that the Allies are doing so well at defeating the enemy. However we have not yet come to the time when we can boast that we have won the victory and that Germany has been subjected to the Allies.
However the Allies continue to advance. Since 24th August and up to 5th September the total number of prisoners captured by the Allies is 60,000, along with 100 guns. The total number of Germans killed in six weeks is 2,000,000. If we look carefully at the map of the place where there is fighting, we see that the Allies have taken more than fifty large towns together with small villages. Now the Allied attack has brought them close to the very strong defensive line of General Hindenburg, Germany’s leading general.
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America and the War.
This is an aspect of the new blood on the field of battle. The Americans are bringing new blood to this conflict. Therefore they are all prepared for and are good at fighting. In last month’s Te Kopara we told of their eagerness in engaging with the German attacks. Now they are learning to take a more measured approach in their charges. On 15th September we heard news of the bravery of the Americans. They have now reached the borders of Germany. They have advanced 33 miles and they have driven the Germans back along a broad front of 4 miles. At the time they were attacked one section of the enemy numbered 60,000. But in this attack the massacre of the enemy was unrestrained. The size of the area of land they took was 150 acres (?), and they captured 15,000 prisoners, 100 large guns and many machine guns. The Belgian prisoners left behind by the Germans say that there was nothing good about the German ill-treatment of them. Their large towns were heavily taxed by Germany; their possessions and livestock were plundered indiscriminately by Germany; and some of them were released from prison to work for them in their large towns. The large city that is currently being attacked by the Americans is Metz. This town is held by Germany and is being subjected to a barrage from the large guns of the Americans. King George has sent a telegram praising the efforts of the Americans.
Russia and the War.
This part of the Allied coalition is an embarrassment to us. Russia is like Judas Iscariot who is spoken of in the Scriptures and of whom the Psalmist prophesied, ‘Yes, my friend who ate of my bread has lifted his heel against me’ [Psalm 41.9]. And likewise, Judas Iscariot dipped in the same dish as Christ and lifted up his heel against him, diminishing him whom he gave over to be killed.
Russia is in the same position. Serbia and Austria started this war. Serbia and Russia are of the same blood as are also Austria and Germany. Therefore we may say that Russia and Germany started this war. England and France were drawn into the war to help Russia. But they were not long involved in the fighting before the heel of Russia was lifted against the Allies. We see the vile thinking of this people. We know that it is because of the subversive work of Germany that Russia is in this position. But it was not committed to helping
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its allies [?hoa tau-whainga]. However, now the advantage in this war is with the Allies. It will not be lost and the boasted power of the Kaiser will be brought under the great peoples of the world. We must also appreciate that Russia is now divided. The first section is made up of the Bolsheviks, a group helping Germany in its activities; the second consists of the Czecho-Slovaks, a group helping the Allies. On 14th of this month we received news that the popularity of the Bolsheviks is diminishing. The Japanese are helping the Czecho-Slovaks and in the fighting they have retaken some of the towns that had been seized by the Bolsheviks. One hundred and fifty prisoners were taken and one hundred and twenty guns. The leading Russian General who commanded the Russian forces at the beginning of the war has been assassinated. Amongst other news, the Czar of Russia’s wife and daughters have been killed, as was her husband.
Peace-making Efforts.
On 16th of this month we learned that Germany will soon have settled upon a proposal to hasten the end of this war – to make peace between them and the Allies. All the words used by the Kaiser in his speech to his people were taken by him from the Scriptures and asserted that, whatever happened, Germany would emerge victorious. The members of the German Parliament told the nation that the time was soon coming when peace would be made. The commander of the fighting ships says that the thing that will strike at the survival of England will be the destruction of the Allied cargo ships. It is appropriate that the German leaders should say such things clearly to their people. However, when we look carefully one main thing emerges from these statements; they show us that Germany is not going to win by its fighting capacities. Therefore, the man who made the speech about making peace was Von Payer, one of the ministers in the German Parliament. He gave many important reasons. The first was that part of Russia and Romania had changed their attitude and were intent on making peace. Soon after this they approached Belgium with proposals which could be acceptable to the Belgians. They have made a request to the Pope to help their cause. But whatever they lay before these peoples in the way of peace proposals,
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what about the England, France and America, and all those nations associated with the Allies? They have made clear their response to this idea of making peace. The Allies will not agree. When this boastful power has been brought down then they will agree to a peace settlement. The Allies have one rallying-call, ‘Victory or death!’ But indeed the leaders of Germany have realized that the Allies will not stop fighting and so they will not escape from this war. America is the nation that has newly entered this war. According to the news we receive it is very strong. It has devoted its strength to preparing itself for this war. Therefore it sees Germany’s request for a peace settlement as arrogant and impudent, and it requires Germany to return to its own territory and then it can plead for peace. And it must pay for all the deaths and all the troubles it caused by drawing the whole world into the war.
Palestine and the War.
It is nearly a year since we last heard of the achievements of our soldiers in their fighting with the Turks in the Promised Land, Palestine. On 21st of this month we have had information that those efforts have been renewed. The Turks have retreated from the Red Sea as far now as the Sea of Galilee. The General commanding the soldiers, Allenby, has notified us that 18,000 Turks have been taken prisoner and many guns and much other materiel have been captured. Allenby wants to cut off the Turks so that they have no ways of getting food and soldiers and other supplies. Now one division has reached Nazareth and Shechem which are major Turkish forts. General Allenby want to drive back the Turks and get to one of the Allied divisions in Mesopotamia, close to the River Euphrates. If these two divisions meet up they will destroy the attacking Turkish armies.
On 23rd of this month we received information that 25,000 of the Turks in Palestine have been captured along with 260 guns. Most of the 40,000 Turks are now encircled and have no way of escaping. It is thought that this is the complement of the Turkish army in that place.
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The subversive German agents have begun to flee from Russia. They have realized that things are going badly for their side. This is also something that grieves the Kaiser.
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Fighting in Macedonia.
On 17th of this month we received information about the efforts of the French and Serbian soldiers in Macedonia. This is one of the divisions fighting against Austria. They have advanced over 15 miles, taken 3000 prisoners and captured 24 guns.
The Italians are in a similar position. The Austrian newspapers tell of Italian assaults on their defences. That newspaper says that they are repelling the Italian assault. But according to the Italians they have taken two major towns. This is the outcome of their advance along with prisoners.
THE KAISER’S SPEECH.
Amsterdam, September 12.
This is the speech given by the Kaiser to munitions workers and to the nation as a whole. He said: ‘There is not a single stone that I have left unturned to bring a swift end to this war. In the month of December, 1916, I spoke of the basic things I required to achieve peace at that time. But the enemy did not like what I said. You are all aware of the time when most of England’s fighting ships were destroyed. My submarines were like works eating into the hearts of the English. And you hear of those submarines as they rip apart the Allies’ cargo ships. The real origin of this war, you should know, is the enemy’s jealousy of the great power and wisdom of Germany. Russia’s reason, it would appear from the English, is a desire on the part of this foolish nation is to reverse the standing of Germany.’
After these words the Kaiser began to quote the words of Scripture to show that Germany was blessed by God whatever evil things the enemy might do. God was going before Germany and guiding it.
‘Now, people,’ said the Kaiser, ‘give me your pledge that you also wish to fight right to the end. Those who agree, say “Yes.”’ And all the people called out together, ‘Yes.’ The Kaiser spoke again, ‘People, sweep away the doubts in your minds now. Hold on to our saying, “Should Germany’s enemies arise
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then harden your heart and let the sinews of your body be unyielding.” Fight all those who happen to confront us. May God help us. Amen.’
WAIKATO’S STRONG OBJECTIONS.
There are six Māori from Waikato who have been held in prison in Auckland for their refusal to put on the military uniforms of the King, that is, they did not obey the voice of the Conscription Act which compels everyone to go the war. They will serve two years in prison with hard labour. Some thirty from Waikato are being tried for that offence. The soldiers in camp in Auckland are very upset about this matter.
O, all of you Waikato, do not let us Maori, the noble people, the people exalted by the great powers of this world, be dishonoured by you. I mistakenly thought that Tuhoe was the savage tribe, the foolish tribe, the tribe like the beasts which have no understanding, amongst all the hapu of Aotearoa and Te Waipounamu. From the beginning of the war until now a total of almost 150 Tuhoe men have gone to the war. Now we see that Waikato is way below Tuhoe. Indeed, even this man Rua, a deceitful prophet who misleads his tribe, listens to the voice of the Act. Waikato, your proverb is true:
Kaua e peaina te kau raua ko te hoiho,
kei whana te hoiho, ka tuki te kau.
kei whana te hoiho, ka tuki te kau.
Don’t yoke together the cow and the horse
lest the horse lash out and kick the cow.
Waikato is kicking against the law and the law in turn is ramming Waikato into prison. Therefore Waikato, take up the sword of your rival so that you can destroy the flaming spears of the enemy.
MAORI SOLDIERS’ FUND – OHINEMUTU HUI.
On Saturday, 31st August, a large Hui was held on the marae called Te Papa-o-Ouru. Apirana Ngata stood to explain the scheme for the Fund for the Welfare of the Soldiers. Taiporutu Te Mapu Mitere also stood to tell of the great help given by the hapu of Te Arawa to Pakeha projects to raise money. Now, because the hapu of Te Arawa had been made aware of the project being run by Apirana Ngata for the Maori Soldiers they had switched to supporting the Tairawhiti project. Others who stood to speak on the matter were Te Kiwi Amohau, Morehu
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Te Mapu, Wirihana Tamati, Te Kohi Paoro, Wiremu Ereatara, Ehau Anaha, Lieut. Kepa Ehau, Rev Ratima Te Awekotuku, Arama Karaka, Mita Tuhuruhuru, Tamihana Tikitere, and Manahi Rangiriri. After the speeches the women’s group danced around with notes in their hands. After their work they laid £1300 before Apirana Ngata. This is the list of donations on that day:
Ngati Tuarza and Ngati Kea gave 100 acres of the Kaitao Block.
Ngatihinekura £340
Ngatiwhakaue 300
Ngatitarawhai 300
Ngatirangiwewehi 100
Ngatirangi-te-aorere 75
Ngati Uenukukopako 50
Ngati Parua-Apatahi 50
Ngatituteniu 25
Ngati te takinga 60
A LETTER RECEIVED.
If you would, take in your mouth these few words, spread your wings, and take it to your marae, to which you call, to be read there. Is it not possible that some of the many thousands being collected could fall into the bag of the woman who lights the fire under her kettle and makes tea for the Maori soldiers in London? This tea kettle being far away you cannot see the smoke of that fire, but I and many, many others have seen it, have eaten there and been very satisfied, and have slept soundly. Her house is open to everyone; no matter who the Maori soldier is or where he comes from she welcomes him. She goes about the streets of London to pull in, to invite Maori soldiers to her home so that they do not fall into the many temptations of London. People, neither I nor others of us are able to repay the kindnesses of this lady or to speak adequately of them. She is a real mother to us. A veritable life-giving citadel. ‘A man has a place to go if he is in distress, a place of security lest he is troubled in London.’ There is no-one like her. People, it would be appropriate for you all to help our ‘kuia.’ I don’t know if it is possible for some money to be given to provide for those who are wandering about in England. As soon as Maori arrive in London, so soon does she welcome them. My friends from the war who know Nene Scott (Mrs Captain Scott), please support this project.
Yours sincerely,
Tawhai Kohere, 16/110
(One of the Five Hundred).
Rangitukia,
4th September, 1918.
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MORE NEWS
During the second week of this month English aircraft made a raid over the defences of the enemy. Two hundred and forty tons of explosives were dropped by those aircraft on the enemy soldiers. In this raid 58 English aircraft were lost and perhaps all of them have been destroyed. [Haere ake o Tiamana i pakaru e 58]; 30 were not destroyed.
The number of New Zealand soldiers taken prisoner by Germany is 370. Most of these are held prisoner in large German towns; some have been made to work on digging defences.
On 15th of this month news came of a large ship being torpedoed by Germany. As many as 120 of those on board are missing; their condition is not known. It is likely that they have been swallowed into the stomach of the ocean.
Lloyd George, the English Prime Minister has fallen ill. He has been affected by the cold. This will disrupt his important work for his nation and also for the war.
This is a remarkable story about one of the English aircraft. In one of the English raids ten of the aircraft were sent out to survey the area for a proposed attack on the enemy. But during the mission those aircraft came upon enemy aircraft. The air battle began. After the battle it was found that one of the aircraft was missing. Together they search the skies behind them. Eventually they came across the aircraft fifty miles from the soldiers’ camp. When that aircraft was found it was observed that the men on board were dead but still sitting in their seats. It is likely that both of them died together while their aircraft was still flying. When the fuel ran out it came down.
An explosive mine was found by two Ngapuhi Maori from the North. When the two of them saw the mine they did not know what that strange thing was. They worked at trying to turn the thing over but could not move it. They got fed up with the mine and one of them kicked it and then they abandoned that ‘taniwha’. Afterwards they were told that the things was an exploding mine. They were amazed at that. Now there have been two findings of mines. This mine was discovered in the place where the first were found. A total of ten mines have been found in that area now. It is thought that one of those mines split open the Wimmera which was destroyed a while ago.
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A letter: ‘To Renata Taiapa, greetings. Concerning 16/742 Private Tamati Taiapa. I am very happy to tell you, his next-of-kin, that the above-named soldier has been awarded the Military Medal for bravery on the field of battle. We congratulate you on this important medal that he has been awarded. Yours sincerely, J Arena, Minister’s Office, Wellington, 29th June, 1918.’
Lieutenant Hatara Te Awarau visited the Tuhoe area to gather together some of those wishing to go to the war. Fifty will go and have arrived at the Maori soldiers’ camp at Auckland.
FOOD FOR TE KOPARA.
September
Name / Address / Payment / Subscription Ends
Eruera Harawira / Raukokore, Bay of Plenty / 10/- / December 1919
Dr H Haines / Northern Club, Auckland / £1 / February 1923
Hunia Rae / Cape Runaway / 5/- / December 1918
Mutu Ranapia / Tirohanga / 5/- / January 1919
Mrs Reihana Ngatoto / Mangonui / December 1918
LADY LIVERPOOL AND MRS POMARE’S MAORI SOLDIERS’ FUND.
My friend, greetings to you and the committee and the people. We of the Ropu Committee have discussed Lady Liverpool’s suggestion that we hold a special day. That day would be set aside throughout the two islands for sales of Maori artifacts, for collecting money, for holding concerts, dances, haka performances and other things, and the shillings raised would be for our lads on the fields of battle. So November has been decided upon as our month. So start plaiting kits, picnic baskets, piupiu and other Maori items to sell to the Pakeha in the towns. Also, send some of the items to this Committee for them to send to the towns in the other island where there are not many Maori. Army of women, let us straight away set about plaiting and weaving Maori items for the good of our lads. Be strong. May God assist our work.
From the servant of our lads.
Mira Woodbine Pomare,
and the Ropu Committee.
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RULES OF THE PAPER.
1. Te Kopara is published monthly.
2. The subscription for the paper is five shillings (5/-) a year paid by postal note or stamps.
3. Anyone wishing to take Te Kopara should send the money with the covering letter to
Te Kopara,
Te Rau Press,
Gisborne.
4. All items you want printed in Te Kopara should be sent to the Editor,
Rev F A Bennett,
Kohupatiki,
Clive, Hawkes Bay.
A NOTICE
The Church Book Shop has been moved from Te Rau College to Napier. Those wishing to purchase Prayer Books, Hymn Books of Testaments should send their request to
The Secretary, Diocesan Office, Napier.
The prices are:
Large, soft cover 2/6
Large, red cover 3/-
Large, hard cover 4/-
Large, superior cover 5/6
Prayer Book with Hymns, soft cover 1/6
Prayer Book with Hymns, red cover 2/-
Prayer Book, New Testament and Hymns, superior cover, 5/6
People wanting a Bible or a New Testament should apply to the Bible Depository Sunday School Union, Auckland.
Bible, 2/6, 3/6, 4/6. Enclose a postage stamp for 1/-.
New Testament with explanatory headings. 2/6, 3/-, 4/6. Enclose a postage stamp for 3d.
Small New Testaments with Psalms, 2/-, 2/6, 3/-, 3/6, 4/-. Enclose a postage stamp for 3d.
People wanting to buy a Bible for themselves should write to the Rev F Spencer, Whanganui. He has Bibles and New Testaments of all qualities from soft covers to superior bindings.
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