Blomfield, John Collis, 1878-1942 :The Lord helps those who help themselves. New Zealand Free Lance 3 March 1906 (page 11).

Blomfield, John Collis, 1878-1942 :The Lord helps those who help themselves. New Zealand Free Lance 3 March 1906 (page 11).
Date
1906
By
New Zealand free lance (Newspaper); Blomfield, John Collis, 1878-1942
Reference
J-065-044
Description

New Zealand premier Richard Seddon offers a spade to an old Maori chief who is smoking a pipe and has a bible tucked under his arm. In the background other Maori are playing billiards in the grounds of their marae.

Extended Title - King Dick - '"Pray without ceasing" is pretty good advice for a millionaire, but off with your coat and get to work with this spade is my advice to you.' [News item] - The Maoris have been taught how to die and go to Heaven. Better to teach them how to work and live on earth - Mr Seddon at Waimuarama.

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