Rabaul Festivities.

“Koeln’s” Visit to N.G.

IN anticipation of the visit of the Ger man cruiser “Koeln” to Rabaul on June 7, a “Koeln Committee” has been formed to organise arrangements for the entertainment of the personnel.

The cruiser has a complement of 520 officers and men, including 70 cadets and, as the visit is informal, official ac tivities will be confined to courtesy calls; but two Government officials have been appointed to act as a reception commit tee and assist the “Koeln Committee”.

The following programme has been drawn up: June 7. —Official calls, German Club ball, Regent Theatre.

June B.—Fruhschoppen at German Club at 11 a.m.

June 9.—Picture show at Regent Theatre.

June 10.—Race meeting at Lakunai.

June 11. —Motor trips in morning. Band per formance in Botanic Gardens.

June 12.—Inspection of cruiser.

June 13.—Visit to Catholic Mission at Vuna pope. “Sing Sing’’ at Kokopo.

It is intended to ask the captain of the “Koeln to let the ship’s band play at the ball which will be held on the first night of the visit, so that Rabaul residents will have the opportunity of making the acquaintance of the visitors. Rabaul Recreations, Ltd. have not only lent the Regent Theatre for the ball; but will also provide a marquee near the theatre so that refreshments can be provided.

They will also provide a free picture show for the men.