Papuan Stamps.

Subjects For New

From Our Own Correspondent.

Pt. Moresby, June 14.

GREAT interest will be taken by phil atelists throughout the world in the new Papuan postage stamps, which are to be issued shortly.

Below are shown two of the subjects of the new stamps. The design for the

5/- issue will be taken from a photo graph of Sergt.-Major Simoi, who is the only native in Papua to reach the rank of Warrant Officer in the local Armed Constabulary. He joined the force in 1899 and has, by his courage, loyalty and endurance, set an example to all Papuans in the police force. In the early days he made many long and dangerous patrols under white officials, and always he was commended for his bravery, fearlessness and valour. He is a native of Kiwai Island, in the Western Division of Papua.

The new 3d. stamp will depict a Koi tapuan native of the district of Port Moresby, dressed in gala array. With bird of paradise plumes and cockatoo feathers, cuscus bandeau and dogs’ teeth, he presents a spectacular figure.

His pierced nose is ornamented, as are his arms and his legs.

Left: Sergt.-Major Simoi, of the Papuan police force. Right: A Port Moresby native.

Photos by A. Gibson