Death Of Rev. Father Diehl

From Our Own Correspondent APIA, November 4.

NEWS has been received here that the Rev. Father Joseph Diehl died in the United States on November 1.

Father Diehl left Apia about two months ago for medical treatment in his native land.

The news of his death came as a deep shock to Western Samoa, where he had given 28 years of devoted service not only to the Roman Catholic Mission, to education, and his own flock, but to all who needed his help. His heart, which was not strong, was further debilitated by the great amount of work accomplished by him in organising the centenary cele brations of his mission in Samoa. For some time before his departure from Samoa he had been unable to continue his duties and had to undergo hospital treatment.

Tributes have been paid to him by the High Commissioner and by the Chiefs.

His passing is felt deeply by all sections of the community, irrespective of race or creed.