20 Years A Queen

Pageantry in Kingdom of Tonga

T . Nukualofa, Oct. 20.

HE week m which the 20th Anniver sary of Queen Salote’s accession to the throne was celebrated, was crowded with pageantry and colour, such as are beloved by the Polynesians. The following is the official programme:— Tuesday, October 11. 9 a.m.—British Agent and Consul calls on Her Majesty. 9.30 a.m.—Her Majesty’s Ministers call. 10 a.m. to 10.45 a.m.—Public call on and pay their respects. 11 a.m.—At Flagstaff, when speeches will be made and all Schools and Colleges will march past.

Afternoon.—Sports at Government College grounds.

Wednesday, October 12. 9 a.m.—Presentation of and homage by Her Majesty’s subjects.

Afternoon.—Paivas.

Thursday, October 13. 10 a.m.—Official Opening of Agricultural Show.

Friday, October 14, Show, all day.

A Regatta will be held on any suitable day.

Sunday, October 16.

Thanksgiving services in all churches. (See photographs on Pages 13 and 49.)