G.O.M. of the Pacific

modification of the existing arrangements, but no details are available yet.

G.O.M. of the PacifiC THE Lieutenant-Governor of Papua, Sir Hubert Murray, received congratulations from all over the world on December 29, when he attained the age of 75 years.

Sir Hubert is one of the most remarkable old men in the South Seas. Physically and mentally, he is more like a man of 40 or 45. He remembers every detail of Papuan administration, and is quick in summary and decision. He is a friend of youth, and eagerly encourages the young men of his service. Almost every day, he goes out riding—no sedate jogtrotting along quiet lanes, but hell-forleather across country. He is intensely interested in his work, and the natives respect and love him.

His best birthday present, received that day, was news of the safety of the Champion expedition.

Mr. and Mrs. E. Boehn, of the Seventh