sting Gov.-General

In Papua-N. Guinea

HE acting Governor-General of Australia, Sir John Northcott, (who has the title of Adminis ter) made a quick visit to ma-New Guinea between Octo -5 and 11.

Co one knows why. The Gover -General, Mr. McKell, visited the ritories not long ago; and, since n, there has been a succession tours by Ministers and VlP’s I their entourages. Maybe it is t of the Menzies-Fadden plan halting inflation by getting rid is much public funds as possible. feneral Sir John Northcott is a lifted and soldierly figure and— ?n he stayed long enough in one :e to let the people see him — made an excellent impression, met most of the leaders of the ?e communities; but, of course, did not discuss either Adminis ;ion or political affairs. He was impanied by his daughter, Miss

Elizabeth Northcott, and his ADC, Lieut-Commander M. J. Gregory.

His Excellency was entertained in the usual way by the usual speeches, luncheons and dinners, native dances, picnics, etc. The itinerary was as follows: Fri., Oct. s—Arrive Port Moresby by special plane.

Sat. „ 6—Visit Sogeri.

Sun. „ 7 —Day of rest.

Mon B—To Samarai by Cata lina; remain overnight.

Tues. „ 9—At Milne Bay. Thence by Dakota to Lae via Mt. Laming ton and Buna.

Wed. 10 —From Lae to Momote.

Thur. „ 11—From Momote to Ma dang.

Fri. „ 12—Madang to Mt. Hagen.

Depart 2.30 pm for Port Moresby.

Sat. „ 13H —Return to Australia.

The P-NG Administrator. Col. J.

K. Murray, accompanied Sir John on his tour.