An Enterprising Papuan
p. 31 · Read in the full issue
From Our Own Correspondent
Pt. Moresby, July 28.
PITANA Hera, an outstanding native of Kila Kila village, who for many years has been apprenticed to a well-known Port Moresby builder and contractor, Mr. R. S. Munro, is now competing in the building trade himself.
Previously, he had been engaged in carpentry and building work, but with the increasing demand for European dwellings he has set up as a contractor.
Employing a staff of native labourers and assistants, he has undertaken the build ing of several European houses at the one time. It is understood that the con tract price of one of these buildings amounts to £7O.
It was obvious from the beginning that the only way to conserve the Papuan was to prepare him for an industrial career and for many years past natives
have received industrial instruction, not only from the Administration and the Missions but also from settlers them selves. That they have benefited is shown by the number of natives now employed as carpenters and tradesmen throughout the Territory.